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I have a lot of hope and dreams for our country, and I strongly believe that Hillary is the one who can really make it happen.

There we go again with the threat of violence if Mr. Obama does not get in. Gore had the popular vote and still lost the election – you did not see people take to the streets because of it. Really – give up your scare tatics. Obama is not making anyone walk on egg shells either.

Hillary is strong, smart, decisive, approachable, open to ideas on both sides, a diplomat and loves her country. She is proud to be an American, proud to be a public servant, has respect for our flag and what it stands for, respects the men and women in uniform and proudly ends her speeches with God bless you and God bless America. She will defend us and do all in her power to keep us safe. She will also do all in her power to bring this country good health care and jobs and good education to all. She will fight and go the distance for all of us. She can stand on her own two feet – now this is someone I would want as President defending my country.

Hillary for President

Obama is going to have egg on his pretty face when Texas, Ohio and Pennyslvania go for Hillary! Hillary = True Grit. Obama = Pie In The Sky

Obama has more senate experience than Hillary. He has more experience working for people than McCain....his "experience" is war experience. Obama has rallied the American people. This is amazing. Most Americans lost trust in the democratic system after the two faulty elections.....2000-too many chads 2004--"lost votes"-–potentially, 2008-the superdelegates have spoken. The peoples' votes have not counted for years. Utter mayheim and chaos will break out if the people vote for Obama and Clinton wins.....another election dictated and determined by the elite few.

Hear that TX ,OH and PA. No need to vote. Obama has it won already.
Who's taking you for granted now? Obama obviously doesn't need your votes nor Hillary supporter's votes in November either.
Eight words for the Obama campaign:

Independent Senator Joe Lieberman
and
President John Mccain

Next week on "Survivor – White House"

Obama holds tight to his immunity idol, but will it hurt his chances to compete in Tribal Council?
Can Hillary win the final endurance challenge to face Mc Cain and take Obama's immunity?
Huckabee trying to outwit and outplay McCain?
Will there be a shakeup in alliances?
Will Ron Paul stay on Exile Island?

Tune in next week...

CNN why can't I post a comment?

Obama supporters are in more of the fantacies. Like picking celebraties whom they like... No need for a substance or issues... Wake up people!! This is a country that needs solutions for real people. That's why I'm supporting Hillary 100% all the way.

i think it is important to remember that Obama's camp is speaking about pledged delegates not super delegates. It will be hard for Clinton to catch him in pledged delegates.

Its time for change.

Obama '08

Hey Jared, Obama was against the war before he was for the war! Yes, he has supported the war from the time he entered the Senate by approving bills to finance it. Unfortunately, not many of his supporters probably realize this because he's too busy preaching "yes we can".

Yes, Hillary's experienced in working the political machine and battling with the right. Basically the Dem version of Bush. I don't know how Democrats can call Bush a hated liar, and now they're backing the Clintons.

Let's restore nonpartisan respect to the Oval Office, and prove America doesn't HAVE to be run by the SAME FAMILIES for two decades - that we have brains and a new name can break through.

Obama will going to loose at the end..................... He do not have experience...............

This is the fourth time I have tried to leave a comment on the political ticker, and the fourth time that my comment has not been posted- what do I have to do differently? Why does it always say that my comment is being moderated for two days, while thousands of other people post silly things like, "Obama is a loser".

Obama is a good preacher, I mean speaker. Long on the ra ra speeches, promising everything to everyone. Eyes have not seen, nor ears heard, any plans of substance to base his plethora of promises on.

Politicians who motivate are a dime a dozen during election campaigns. People get caught up in their motivational skills and are deeply disappointed after the eclection is over.

Careful my American friends, you will get what you vote for.

Vote for substance and plans, not speeches and all inclusive promises!

Why are my comments still awaiting moderation? There is no

inappropriate language. Are you also trying to bias the political

tickers in favor of your candidate, Clinton???

Blaming 9/11 on Bill Clinton is simply ridiculous.

Obama is making fools out of all of you...and his manager is wrong too.

If I want to invest , I will be looking for an experienced economist..

If I want a teacher for my kids I will look for "experienced teacher."...

If I am very ill I will look for "experienced doctor..".

If I want a military commander I will prefer experienced COMMANDER .....

But If I want a commander- in -chief NO NEED OF EXPERIENCE,
good speecehes are ENOUGH...

Senator Clinton has strong supporters in Texas. Don't underestimate her.

Good Luck, Senator Clinton.

Senator Clinton is not going to "bow" out of anything. Remember, the race is not over yet. A lot of major changes could take place.

Senator Clinton is not a quitter.

We are with you Senator Clinton.

This primary isn't over yet. There is still time and delegates enough to change the outcome. At this time, the outcome is more favorable to Obama than it is to Clinton, but if the energy that keeps the 'movement' strong begins to wane then the outcome could shift toward Clinton. I do not think that likely, but it could happen.

Even a subtle shift could force the issue to the super-delegates. That could be a dangerous development. If the super-delegates usurp the voice of the people then we may find that the super-delegates will be responsible for the loss of the general election (don't forget what a disruptive convention can do to an election–remember '68?). The best bet is for the super-delegates to cast their vote in a way that reflects the will of the voter.

Craig

When Hillary was slightly ahead it was a dead heat, now that Obama is slightly ahead hes the frontrunner

You can fall in love with Obama all you want, but just remember if he becomes president, your pay check will be much lower. In shock you will say "they can't do this", and Obama's reply will be "yes we can".

I'm an Obama supporter but a little confused. I didn't realize he voted for the funding of the Iraq war up until recently? Is that true? I thought he was against the war? I'm really confused.

I'm taking it mathematics isn't Obama's strong suit. McCain actually has a solid mathematical argument, Obama's got "hope". Maybe when teachers start going downhill with Obama's "merit pay" plan (see the 1980s in CA) we can all "hope" our kids understand mathematics and science.

Well said, Doug.

Has anyone noticed Obama's consistent use of the word "our," to precede words like "...moment," "...country," etc? Whereas, Hillary, repeatedly uses the phrase, "My America"?

Obama is clearly determined to lead "our country" toward REALiZinG the iDeALs upon which this nation was founded, but that have become so far removed from practical reality. Hillary is an ambitious woman who, no matter how capable, is more concerned with what winnning the Presidency will mean to "her" place in U.S. history, than she is in government "for the people by the people."

If America elects any President other than Obama... It will get exactly what it deserves; just like it did for electing Bush to a 2nd term.

There's a reason Obama consistently wins with the most highly educated. He's the smart person's president. Get over the Clintons! Also, we don't have a queen or king in the United States...Ms. Pineda's comment about "ruling" the U.S. This country is in no position to regress. We don't need Queen "off with their heads" Hillary!

I find it interesting at this stage of the nominee process that the super delegates have supported Clinton as much as they have, given the popular vote, states won, pledged delegates show Obama ahead and growing support. Whats up with that ?

Who cares about the Alamo.... get out of the past.... we are looking toward the future. Times have changed and we need to change with it.
Our time has come. Either you are with us or you are against us.
Its time to be proactive and be part of the solution not the problem. Broke politics is the problem – Obama is the solution!

Hillary doesn't give a hill a beans about her supporters personnally... she just wants your vote. Well she isn't getting mine. I want someone with intergrity in the office.

"A test of leadeship in my mind cannot be judged by whats on a paper resume" BO

did my first coment not make it thru CNN?

Vic,

As a proud Texan, maybe you can help me with a question I've had. Why is "Remember the Alamo" so a rallying cry? Didn't the Alamo fall to Mexican forces? I read that it stalled the forces, and was used as a rallying cry in the rest of the conflict, but really – if I want to remember something great about that conflict how about "Remember San Jacinto"? And how exactly does remembering a mission/fort that fell during a conflict apply to the 2008 election?

Can someone please tell me what is so special about Obama? He has the same view points as Hillary except when it comes time to vote on anything all he can do is say "Present" How excatly is that going to help this county? Also how can you strip a state of its delegates just because it moved up a date when they vote? The opinions of those people don't count just because of a simple date? How stupid is that!

I have been listening to all the victory speeches by Obama, Clinton, and McCain. I heard Clinton and Mccain always finish their speech with "God bless America", but Obama only says "thank you, thank you". Anyone could help clear up what is Obama's believing?

Hillary , turn out the lights the party over all good thing must come to an end.

Hillary wasn't even present yesterday in the Senate to vote against giving immunity to telecomm companies that sell us out and to vote on extending more rights to spy on us to the President. She couldn't even (on a day she was getting blown out) bother to stop by the Senate to vote on HUGE issues that are very important to most Democrats who care about civil liberties. Maybe she didn't vote "present" (a legitimate strategy in the Illinois legislature – that she's lying about) – but she didn't vote at all. Way to go Hillary – sell out our civil liberties for your fledgling campaign.

Jimmy Carter–considered to be the most ineffective Democratic President– suffered from bad decisions and a failure to decide. Considering Obama's track record in voting "present" and not making solid decisions, this is great cause for concern. As a New Yorker, I've seen Hillary in action, and she's amazing at making the hard decisions and getting things accomplished.

Vic,

The Alamo was overrun. Just as Hillary will be. Go Obama!

I think Obama is a great canidate and would make a great president
he is obviously a leader and can bring people together and that is very important in a leader.
With that said, Hillary is the one for the job. She has the skills and resources to become a great president. When it comes down to her and Mccain, the specifics are gonna come out. And the Clintons are good at illustrating thier points.
But remeber, Obama made it this far, thats saying something. He may have some tricks up his sleeve yet.

Now, Hillary became the challenger and the underdog..
Obama is VERY HAPPY as well as his fanatic supporters..
The clock is still running, the wheels are still turning, it maybe
Obama's turn to be at the top now while Hillary is iin the bottom,
Who knows, if next primary it will be the other way around?

Texas for Hillary- don't count her out!

Obama is the best choice...He has the integrity and ability to pull the two (or three if you recognize the Independents) parties together to work toward a common goal for the country.

Don't you recall when Bill was in office, he lost the House and the Senate for democrats because of the constant issues surrounding him. He also made our country look weak and gave Osama bin Laden the ability to carryout 9/11. Wake up people.

The talk is good Mr. Obama. The promises sound so tempting.....

Scenario: Obama is president, yet, congress is still full of "status quo" politicians. Do you really believe that his "radical" views and policies will ever come to fruition? I'm also a little uncomfortable with his "willingness" to cozy up to Iran, Cuba, and Venezuela's leaders.

So far, in polls that have asked about the general election in November, Obama does better against McCain than Clinton does. While there is a rationale behind the idea that Clinton is a better general election candidate, this logic does not seem to be playing out. If anything, Obama seems to be a much stronger candidate, showing an ability to pull in typically Republican voters and, as I mentioned above, doing better in polls that pit him against Republicans.

Maybe Mr. Plouffe's comments are a little over confident. However, why don't Hillary supporters see the arrogance of suggesting that superdelegates would override the will of the people in favor of her? That is extremely cocky and dismissive of the voters. Senator Clinton only cares about the states that she wins. How much do you think she'll care about Texas or Ohio if she loses?

Please don't get too cocky. We saw George Bush steal two elections and we know that HillBilly has about the same moral standards, I'm sure she's looking for a way to rig the primaries at this very moment

Don't be so cliche. The Alamo has nothing to do with this campaign. Anyone who brings it up, is trying to tie in history and reference because they lack the imagination to make a new story.

America needs someone fresh, someone with new ideas, and not someone who has been brainwashed by the ol' Washington ways.

Europe supports Obama, and so do I.

America, ... you owe it to us !

Björn

I agree that is way too early to call the democratic race over.
What worries me most is at this point I can't see how this race is going to end amicably. I know I would feel cheated if Obama loses now that he is so close to winning, but I all so see how those supporting Hillary would feel cheated if she lose since she is only some 40 delegates behind. Does anyone see a positive future for the democratic party after this highly competitive race? Or is everyone as scared as I am about the possibility of a rift in the democratic party?
The only solution I can see is if one candidate withdraws to prevent this from happening.

Before you criticize David Plouffe, read the article again. He did not say Obama could capture the nomination before the convention either. With the current delegate total, if Obama won all of the remaining states by an advantage of 55% to Clinton's 45% he would still be over 300 delegates short of the nomination.

I'm a proud Texan for Hillary Clinton. My advice to all you "Obamas" is "don't count those chickens before they hatch." But more important than that, is "Remember the Alamo!"

obama 08

In response to the above "Marcela", you sound very ignorant. If all you see is a black person running for president, that is simply racist. Come out the closet.

Are some American voters living with biases that eat out their hearts and hurt their health? Probably, but I would wager that most of these already plan to vote for Senator McCain. I would also wager that Senator McCain would prefer, along with me, that those voters decide without these ancient ridiculous hurtful biases.

It is more than time for the body politic to become healthy and accept people on their merits instead of rejecting them on tribal differences. Look around you, read some international news and discover that tribalism is no more than a cancer. Has Belgium managed to create a governing coalition yet or are they still divided between the Flems and the French? Are the Scots still demanding separation from the English? Are the Palestinians and the Israelis still damaging (and perhaps destroying) the futures of their children? How about Kenya, which until recently was a bastion of civilization, spilling out of control because people are not of the same tribe? Enough tribalism, through that door lies chaos and the destruction of everything we hold dear - look at Senator Obama for who he is.

Senator Obama is the right candidate, at the right time, with the right message for these United States of America. Americans only need to open their eyes and let in the light. Yes we can, America– believe it! Obama '08

Obama is counting his chickens before they hatch.Hillary may be down but she's not out...yet.

Somethings even if true are better left unsaid. One of the very few mistakes and hopefully not a major mistake thus far made by the Obama Team.

Marcela, judging by your comment your not from this country so stop trying to spread your hatred in our country. Why dont you pay more attention to your own government instead obsessing over what we are doing in America. Thats what Obama is trying to do break down the racial divides and he is doing a pretty good job so far.

People want the page turned so I think they will vote for Barack in the General Election.
That is the question I had out here that is why I voted for Hillary.
But the more I hear Barack speak the more I like him.

Dear Marcela Pineda,

Senator Obama is running as a man, not as a black man. It is people like you who want to drag America back into the past and focus on race. Americans are focussed on winning, not whining about who's not going to vote for Barack because he's black. It's a new day, wake up and join America's team.

Also, I'm not concerned about black or white, I'm concerned about red. The blood our soldiers are spilling in a place called Iraq.

There will be voters who will not vote for Obama because he is black, just as some will vote for him because he is. What I find worrying are comments that seem to suggest that the democratic party should not nominate him because there are still some backward people in this country who will not vote for a black man. If I deny Obama my vote because I worry a black man cannot beat a Republican, then in essence I am denying a worthy candidate because of his race. That is not something I can do. This country needs Barack Obama, and would still need Barack Obama even if he was plaid.

I think Plouffe is saying that Clinton will not get to the magic number of 2025. Obama's 50 state campaign has made this very hard for he to get that number.

i expect her to win Ohio 52-44 but that Victory would split delegagtes. Superdelegates may decide this.

I think it is now time for Obama and all of his Obamamites to drop out: they have demonstrated that they can make good speeches, only that and nothing more!

HILLARY FOREVER!

If Hillary wants McCain to be President, she will stay in the race after Texas speaks. The margins run up by Obama since Super Tuesday mean democratic voters have taken a second look at Obama. Obama will be president from 2009 to 2016. Do these years need 90's solutions?

Terri, I would hardly say that about 15 delegates is "way ahead" given how many are already selected. It's essentially tied, with Obama only very slightly in the lead. Hardly "way ahead". Two large-delegate states are coming right up, and if Hillary won them both she'd be back on top again. If she were ahead by about 20, would she then be "way ahead"?

It's amazing Hillary has done as well as she has, given how CLEARLY BIASED the press (and especially CNN) are in favor of Obama. I didn't much trust the integrity of the press already, now I don't at all. The obvious partisanship is disgraceful.

CNN should show more objectivity in reporting instead supporting one while trashing another for the same accomplishments or mistakes.

Moment of change? What do you mean "take back America". Any democratic president will be major change over what we have now. The thought that Obama will be able to do some sort of instant miracle if he becomes president is foolish and narrow-minded.

Is the United States more prepared to be ruled by a woman or by a black person?

As far as I can see, by none of them. Gender and race are playing in the competition. However, consider this:

If Obama wins the nomination, don't you think that there will be voters that will cast their ballot in favour of McCain SO AS NOT TO allow a black person to get to the White House and, in so doing, they will strengthen the possibilities of ANOTHER Republican there?

Amazing.

If Obama wins the nomination, don't you think

Let the delegates be apportioned until all the states have had their say.

I am an Obama supporter, but let's not get too confident. This race is not over until it is over. Everyone must continue to work hard and not get too comfortable.

I agree with the two debates. Obama does not need to debate every week. That is ridiculous. He needs to meet the voters and they need to meet him.

Keep on working hard Senator Obama, you got my vote in CT and I will continue to support your campaign in any way I can.

YES WE CAN!

We cannot allow the surge for Obama lose steam over the next month due to over condfdence. The Clinton machine is always formidable and could be deadly,when threatened, as it seems to be after fObama's sweep. We also need to counter the Clinton push to seat Michigan and Florida delegates-acceptancre of them would create havoc within the Democratic party.

I think, for the good of the country, Obama should step aside and let us have a good shot at the Presidency.

If OBAMA wins the nomination look for a Republican in the White House. I have talked to too too many people that are Democrat like myself who are voting for McCain if he is our option for president. TRUST ME, he will not win.

It might be difficult for Hillary to catch the Pied Piper as he continues to blow his flute (recite the same speach over and over), while the blind children follow him into the abyss.

Mr. Plouffe has made all the right moves so far, so i have no reason to think him saying she can't catch obama will hurt in any way.

i do think that hillary will sell her soul for the nomination and that she is going to get real ugly before she finally has to give a concesssion speech.

it is hard to see hillary winning by large numbers anywhere. it seems that even in texas, ohio and penn that she will not roll over obama like he has been steamrolling her.

president barack obama.... i like the sound of that

I agree with Mohammed Anjorin;

Sounds like Mr Plouffe is attempting to jinx the campaign.

Just shut up and keep winning. You can brag AFTER Obama has won.

This is all the usual PR rhetoric and there is no sense in getting excited about it. Its just like sports talk about an upcoming game. No one says "we could POSSIBLY win but of course we depend on timing and luck and who knows?'"
Both Clinton's people and Obama's have said similar things thru out the campaign. And, of course, both campaign managers and top team are working hard as heck and are not cruising.

Well this Hillary supporter still believes in the impossible!!!

David Plouffe's statement is funny because, on CNN this morning, one of Obama's senior advisers still said that Obama is the underdog in Ohio and Texas. Is he the underdog in those while still being the frontrunner?

You don't have to tell people that Clinton is statistically unlikely to win the nomination, its already on every news show I turn on just like Hillary's "inevitablility was on every news show right up until Iowa.

FYI, I support Obama but I don't think we need to start getting cocky, it doesn't suit the Obama message well.

What a sad, sad day that will be if Obama wins the nomination. Get ready for another 4 years of a reublican, b/c there is no way Obama will beat McCain.

What a pity!!!

To quote a famous Bible proverb – "Let him that thinketh he stands, take heed lest he falls." Obama's cockiness and his campaign staff's arrogance will eventually lead to his downfall.

He is only ahead by 25 delegates! I don't think there is any reason to say that she cannot win the nomination! Obama is trying to plant a seed, but it will never come into fruition. She is very capable of winning this nomination. With all of his speeches of "hope" he of all people ought to know that where there is a chance then anything is possible. Hillary ending up being the democratic nominee is very possible, maybe he ought to practice what he preeches!!!!!!

Hillary Clinton '08

Dear Senator Obama, please put some clothes pins on the mouth of your Campaign Manager. America does not respond well, as a rule, to bragging or displays of egotism. There are some exceptions (Frank Sinatra, Muhammad Ali), but they had enough charm and talent to make people overlook their inflated sense of self. I walked 8 blocks on slick sidewalks in Baltimore to vote for you, had I read this statement before, I may have changed my mind. There are examples of people who are accomplished either through hard work or privelege who most Americans admire (Queen Elizabeth, Ella Fitzgerald, Bill Gates). They all have one thing in common. They are humble.

Why the rush to push an unknown and untested candidate into the role of commander-in-chief and leader of the free world? If Mr. Obama is as great as he presents himself to be, then a few more years in the Senate would provide the American people the opportunity to judge more clearly whether he is in fact the right man for the job.

stop crying he was talking about PLEDGED delegates

While no campaign should take their success for granted, I think it's a worse sin to go back on your word, which Hillary has done by actively campaigning for the seating of delegates from primaries she refused to remove her name from the ballots of because - she said - they wouldn't count anyway.

We have a choice between a candidate who will say anything and do anything to win, and a candidate with a campaign advisor who may be at worst guilty of getting ahead of himself.

if you put obama as the nomnee the republicans will wil win this race this is just what they want, they no they can beat obama, regardless what the polls say, its been there plan all along an the voters fell right into it colon powell will be his running mate an that an unstoppable ticket. your all fools , you are going to lose again because of your stupity. you need to look down the road an read the tea leaves, they set you up. vote hillary texas , ohio, wisconsin save are party dont lit them steal our election again like 2004

More lies out of the Obama camp. Is it possible for Obama and his followers to tell the truth?

If Obama gets the nomination, there will be a "Democrats for McCain" movement that will keep this dispicable human beuing out of the white house.

I'm an Obama supporter and while I think that his campaign is correct about this, I'm not sure that it's wise to put on the mantle of inevitability just yet.

Don't worry, Obama supporters, I will be knocking on wood for the next week after this stunning display of hubris.

Sheesh. We want to project confidence and win, but we don't want to jinx it!

DO NOT BE TOO CONFIDENT, JUST KEEP WORKING UNTIL YOU AND YOUR TEAM WIN THE NOMINATION. I BELIEVE IN OBAMA

This is desperation...how many debates have there already been 18. And she still hasn't released her records for the so-called support she provided to her husband during his presidency. How do we really know where she stood on the issues?

Step aside Clinton or be thrown under the bus.

It's time for Obama. It's time for change. America has spoken.

Where would Obama be without 90% of the black vote? Are they voting race or issues??

I support Huckabee staying in the race because people do need a choice and we do have the right to voice our opinions and what we are saying is, "John McCain, if you want our votes (now and in a re-election) YOU need to be more conservative!!!"

As far as the Obama campaign goes, that was very foolish. Here we are, waiting, waiting, waiting to get a better understanding of where he stands on the issues and all he can do is brag and make conjectures that Hillary can't surmount a 25 delegate lead? Go ahead, Barak, just keep talking – we're listening...

Obama is right, they cant catch the American people.

Hillary is so pathetic. She should drop out.

Obama's campaign manager is spinning the results. Camp Obama is soon going to realize that America is a multicultural nation. Getting votes from one segment of the population isn't going to cut it. Carrying states which are going to be in the Republican column in the general elections is good for show but has no substance, same as Obama's message of change.

Of course these people do not know much about the Bible since they are in tune with the Koran but the Bible says Pride goes before the fall of a man. It will be too late when the Obama camp wakes up to find all the crossover voters have gone back to the Conservative camp for the sake of their families and their country!

It is a great race too early to call at this point. Obama is running a great campaign so far, but let's not get carried away yet and proclaim victory. Hilliary still has a lot of juice left and Bill is still on the campaign trail. The key for Obama is gaining more in-roads with the Hispanic and White women voter, where Hilliary is strong. We will need both to work together to take back the White House and get us out of all the messes Bush will leave behind. Still I am impressed Go OBAMA Go!

Scott, the word is not "cocky", it's "self-confidence". Furthermore, while he's "not there yet", he may as well be! He is destined to become our next President, like it or not!

The idea that Huckabee, much less McCain, could ever win over Obama is an absolute joke!! LOL!

Kathryn Irby
Metairie, LA

Ofcourse, I want my "boss" to make me and my coworkers "feel good and hopeful." I do not care about someone's wealth of experience, I want someone who
1. believes in me
2. makes me "feel" good
3. makes me feel hopeful
4. brings all (or most) coworkers together to GET things done, and
5. has good "moral judgment"
6. challenges me to be the BEST that I could be

that person, for now, is Obama!

Experience is NOT enough to make me go back home, after work, to my family!!!

Hillay wants a debate so that she could sit next to a decent, strong, and handsome young man. Debates are frankly useless; do your RESEARCH and read the position papers of these candidates and you can avoid boring debates!!!

Obama can deliver a great speech. Obviously he has studied MLK's speeches. However, he has no substance. If this fraud is elected, he will be a one term president, followed by a two term republican. Hillary is sincere , intellegent, hard working. She will get results. People like flashy new things, but never check under the hood. If they did with Obama, they would find nothing there. Go Hillary , if not, please save us McCain.

Attention Barack Obama and David Plouffe: The American people will make that decision in the coming months. And when all is said and done, while you may still lead in "pledged" delegates, Hillary will lead in the popular vote and combined pledged and superdelegates.

Can't wait to vote for Hillary here in PA!

Hillary can't balance her own budget, how is she going to balance ours? Unless she will loan us 500 Billion to help pay for the war she voted for, she has no business running our country. However, Obama has not won until he has won. If Obama supporters think that it’s a done deal, they will be less likely to go out and vote. That is the danger of being too cocky.

You Go Obama!!!!Yes we can!!!!Obama 2008

It's interesting that in this election cycle people would be making such bold statements. There is no way to predict what will happen. Best to let time tell and not be so aggressively optimistic.

Please bloggers: do not equate some of the wins with winning in the electoral college. Yes Obama won in some "red" states but his does not mean that he will win this state in November.

Republicans know how to win and they will do all they can to get out the vote and use negative campaigning re the Democratic nominee.

Denver doesn't end the campaigning...it starts it and the stakes greaten, the money increases and the dirty tricks will be seen everywhere.

I worked on the Kerry campaign and I was amazed at what people did during the campaign.

let the games begin! Hope you're ready Obama...no more Mr. Niceguy or they'll drive right over you.

Why don't you let my comment run? Are you afraid?

Relax Obamacrats! This is a very strategic move and not a case of over confidence at all. By pointing out that it is almost mathematically impossible for Hillary to catch up they are telling the super delegates that now is the time to get on board with the winning candidate. If they don't then they risk being seen as back room saboteurs denying democratic voters their legitimate candidate. The sooner this race is over the sooner we can focus on the general election and take out 100 Year War McCain.

Hillary will kick Obama's buttocks big time in Texas. He needs to stop talking as if he's the preemptive nominee – this is a crafty strategy – but it's not reality. Place your bets on Hillary winning the Texas Hold Em showdown.

Obama is a breath of fresh air in the stale politics of Washington.
We've had too many years of Clinton's and Bush's in the White House. I believe that Obama is the better candidate to reach across all lines and bring us back to a place where we can once-again be proud to be Americans!

We do not need Bill back in the White House . . . I don't care what they call him! It would be a dual-presidency because he'd be calling a lot of the shots. No way!

Hilary was smug enough to believe, right from the start, that her candidacy was a given. Well, it's not! And, thank goodness, the country is speaking!

As for experience, Obama has plenty! The only experience that Hilary has that he does not have is that she has slept with a president. Well, maybe not. But she could have if she had wanted to.

I think Obama's campaign manager should stop speculating on future results and focus on the tough fight that Billary will surely wage...
The work done so far is not complete ... if it ain't broke don't fix it.Keep up with the good work .Go Obama !

i hope obama wins because he said its time for change and he speaks the word

I don't understand why Senator Clinton can down play the African-American vote because the majority are not voting for her. She plays up the Latino vote however, the firing/resignation of Patti Solis Doyle was really stupid move. On top of that the resignation of Mark Henry further sounds the death nell of the Clintons' campaign. Senator Clinton also discusses the importance of Blue States vs Red States or winning caucus vs non caucus states. I never heard Senator Obama using excuses for losing. Her rhetoric will divide the country, where Senator Obama's words or hope and inspiration bring us together.

The Clintons are old news and bad news. 20 years of Clinton/Bush is enough.

His time and our time as one people is now.
Obama/2008

Obame is jumping the gun. The man is only 25 delegates ahead of Clinton. He's starting to sound more like McCain saying Huckabee doesn't stand a chance, except McCain's statement makes a lot more sense. Ever heard the phrase, don't count your chickens until they've hatched Senator Obama?

Hillary doesn't really need to catch Obama. The Clintons run the DNC. And I have 3 words for Obama: "Michigan and Florida". HIllary won those states hands down, and yeah, they don't count because the DNC has stripped those states of their delegates. And yeah... Obama wasn't even on the ballat. But again, the Clintons own the DNC. So... Don't be surprised to see a fignt from Clilnton when she loses to get the delegates to count. Just you wait and see. Don't count your chickens quite yet Obama... I think you've forgotten who you're dealing with.

All I have to say is that: this is the time of change, and let new faces, new blood enter the white house. We're so tired of dynasty. All these big names are reserved for the past. Give Obama or McCain the chance to be breath the air in the White House. Hillary has to step aside because she won't catch Obama. Trust me.

Somebody better wake up and stop obama with a middle name like mohamed people better start thinking is there something to it. If he wins we may all me on our knees praying to mecca or have our heads chopped off for not doing it. My vote is for McCain.

Doesn't that mean that its impossible for Obama to win the nomination too? They're only 25 delegates apart. He'd have to win every contest by the same margins, and just because its happened a couple times this month, it doesn't mean its going to happen again.

The Obama campaign is getting overconfident.

@American: Pul-eeze. How often are you going to drag out that tired old dog that won't hunt?

You already know by now that the 29 "Present" votes that Mr. Obama gave in Illinois on abortion bills meant "No". You probably likely know that under Illinois senate rules, "Present" means "No". You also likely know by now that Planned Parenthood asked Illinois Dems to vote "Present" instead of "No", in order to help pro-choice Dems and even Republicans kill the bills without having to face anti-choice forces back in their districts during an election year.

You also likely know that both Chicago NOW and Illinois Planned Parenthood thanked Mr. Obama for his actions, and gave him a perfect rating on the issue of supporting a woman's right to choose.

So, if you still want to drag out "Duh, he voted Present", then you can do so. The only person that you're fooling, however, is yourself if you think that tired and frankly silly attack has any weight with anyone.

This race is far from over. How can anyone say that Obama is too far ahead for Hillary to catch up. That is nonsense. There are many more states that have not voted. Hillary and Obama will probably be so close that neither one will have enough delegates to win the nomination. They will have to work something out.

Hillary for President, Obama as VP. Actually I think Obama would make a better Press Secretary because he is a great speaker. He is all talk, no action. He sounds like he is running for president of the student council. The republicans are going to destroy him if he gets the nomination. This is not American Idol, this is serious and our country has major problems that needs someone to fix them, and that person is Hillary Clinton.

For democrats to win the White House, they need Obama and not Billary to go against McCain. McCain will lose because of the unpopular president and all the mess we're in. It will be a status quo of th eold policies. But if democrats nominate Billary, they will lose the White House since she is a polarizing figure, and not liked by many independents, and the younger generation. Obama represents a 'movement' hard to describe, and not just a candidacy. Obama will be the ONE.

Obama has obvious momentum, and people want change. No more political dynasties & "politics as usual." Mrs. Clinton mismanaged her secretive and undemocratic effort to establish health care reform in the l990's, and she is not offering a realistic scenario now for coverage for everyone by mandate and regulation. The votes won't be there, nor will the funding materialize. We not only need a Democratic president not beholden to lobbyists, but a Democratic majority in the Congress. Then, and only then, will we get fiscal responsibility, a few major clearcut legislative priorities (not a laundry list), and attention to the longterm needs of the country & society. This country needs to get its groove back, and concentrate on the future, not repackaging the past.

All he says is change change change change change change...blah blah blah. It's all talk and no action.

I agree with that Mohammed. I'm a little put off by these comments. I wish they would just keep going like they have been. There is no reason to rub it in, and in fact that's the kind of politics we don't want in the White House, and the reason we're voting Obama. Reel in your people Obama, don't give Hillary a reason to rally her troops.

Hillary went after the black vote until the voters made their statement that they want change and black voted for Obama. Now she is going after the latinos ,until they too go for Obama. She'll abandon them as well. Hillary is for Hillary and her biggest concern is not the country , it is the clintons dynasty and their return to the white house. I really have an issue with their agendas and their carelessness about the american people, they just want they want.

I understand what you mean Mohammed Anjorin.

I think that Mr. Plouffe's confindence in their campaign (Obama's) could be viewed as arrogance. I think he's pushing it a bit by saying that it is it “next to impossible” for Clinton to capture the Democratic nomination. That's funny though ... we'll see whether or not this is true.

Obama '08

I do agree with McCain's people that Mr. Huckabee can't catch up. I do respect his determination and will, but agree that it is time for him to bow out gracefully. However, it is WAY too early to say the same about Hillary Clinton (much as I's like to). Obama is way ahead in pledged delegates, but there are still several states left, plus the superdelegate factor.

Don't get too cocky Mr. Plouffe, you're not there yet and better campaigns than yours have gone up in smoke with much less cockiness.

Mohammed, Don't be upset over the comments. There is a good reason that Mr. Plouffe made those comments, it wasn't based on arrogants, it's based on polls. That's how campaigh managers come up with their strategies. I am personally very impressive with the excellent job Mr. Plouffe had done. They are usually right on the money. They are quick to admit when Obama may not do well in a certain state as well.

"The Clinton campaign has said that the leader in pledged delegates will not necessarily be the party’s nominee, as superdelegate votes have equal weight in the Democratic nominating process."

This statement should send a shiver down every American's back. Hillary Clinton is fine with subverting the will of the people. Now do you believe she's only in this for herself?

Also, the DNC is not going to change the rules in midstream by seating the delegates from MI and FL just to please a losing candidate. This egomaniac is willing to do anything to win.

I'm not wild about Obama, but in this case he's by far the lesser of two evils.

Listen,all Obama supporter: who will laugh to the end in Nov? that 's John McCain. If Obama is the Demc nomiee,lots people like my family are going to vote for John McCain.

Mohammed Anjorin: There is nothing to be "appalled" about. It is posturing. Perhaps it was a bit arrogant but I am sure that they know that they still need to fight hard. Also, making you look inevitable brings voters to your side because everyone wants to have voted for the winner.

Yes that is very good point M. Anjorin, but he was refering to the PLEDGE delegates which he has a more outstanding lead. But it is not wise too get overconfident, you see how the Clintons were before the primaries; and look at them now.

Doug

They way you are disrespecting Hillary is an outrage But when we say something about OBAMA , your camp tell us we are racists ..
My friend you celebrate to fast before The Fat lady from Texas sign!!!

I agree with Mr. Anjorin above. Don't sell the pelt before you have slain the bear. A lot of work remains to be done. And, whether Mr. Obama wins or not, a lot of fences will have to be mended to carry the primary turnout into the election... and more.

I tend to agree with Obama's camp. He is on his way to becoming our next President of the United States in 2008!!!! He is a brilliant intellectual and will bring everyone together. Go Obama in 2008!!!

Kathryn Irby
Metairie, LA

hey dave, do you really think a 25 delegate lead makes obama unbeatable?
now that sounds like a fairy tale to me.

I agree Mohammed-–We've got work to do. Let the Clinton camp waste time making comments.

don't worry...if barack gets the nomination, the republicans will stop him in his tracks. barack, being the most liberal senator out there, will not be able to hide behind his pretty speeches. he'll be forced to answer the tough questions. who will he have to blame then??

PLEASE lets not get arrogant, you have people looking for a reason to vote for hillary so lets just cool our jets "right now". its a humbling, positve energy exp that is spreading across the land "CAN YOU FEEL IT". is the theme that should resonate out of your camp. also my i repeat COME OUT OF PREACHER MODE jack legged preacher mode at that.reflect before you speak KEEP IT SHORT AND KEEP IT REAL. THE REPUBLICANS HAVE GOTTEN THE NATION IN A FREEFALL.

I would like to plead with the Obama Team, please don't fall into that trap and give the media any excuse to print or say anything negative. I support Obama 100% and he is winning and I've seen it happen too many times where the media can't wait to throw darts at the person on top. Just as stated in the other comment. Obama has worked too hard to let something like gloating block him from the White House. Obama camp, please don't hurt your candidate. Stay the course! It's not a done deal yet.

Obama can talk the talk but can he walk the walk. All you Obama supporters out there you better hope and pray that he can walk the walk – causing talking gets us no where!!!! This is not about black and white which everyone has made it be. This is not about man versus woman which everyone has made it be. This is about not turning the clocks back to racial wars in the United States, back to discrimination against women in the United States. Everyone better examine their minds and make sure that this is not just a "fad" that everyone wants to follow but a solution to the discrimination against all Americans both here and abroad!!

This race has a way to go and it behoves both candidates and their supporters to keep it from going negative so that reconciliation is not possible at the end.

Obama has the momentum and Clinton has to regroup and stop making mistakes- I worry her Texas/Ohio strategy sounds an awful lot likeGuiliani's Florida strategy.

Now that Seantor Obama is clearly ahead and can no longer claim the "underdog" status, the press should subject him to the kind of scrutiny Senator Clinton and her campaign had been subjected to all this time.
The promise of change and the rhetoric of hope, audacious or otherwise, need to be backed up by substance and concrete ideas on how to solve this country's problems.
The establishment in Washington is an old boys club so entrenched, that it would take more than hope to effect real change.

An by the way, the 90% of the black vote that went to Senator Obama in the last Potomac races is undisputable proof that RACE is a major factor in this election. It is naive to think that it is not.

I agree..no gloating right now please...you might jinx it!!

The battle for the base is breaking for Obama. As Obama is now trouncing Hillary in all of the categories that she counted among core constituencies (with the exception of white women and latinos – who he won by 5% in Maryland), isn't it just a little more than momentum? Hillary is starting to resemble a fated Guiliani, conceding all remaining contests in February as she tries to shore up a few delegate-rich states in March... Guiliani at least had a shot w/ transplanted New Yorkers in Florida. But since Obama is carving into every one of Hillary's base constituencies, she really appears to be circling the drain. Only the political theft of superdelegates could save her now.

Obama 08

Re: Florida and Michigan: This is typical Billary, the rules don't apply to me, and if you call me on it, you are part of a vast right wing conspiracy to prevent me from saying anything and doing anything to get elected.

I predict Julian Bond and the NAACP are going to regret backing Billary.

Wow, last I checked, it was impossible for EITHER of them to get the nomination without the superdelegates.... Wow, just arrogant.... Not very smart, look at what happened the last time he started bragging and being a "sore winner".

This is exactly what cost you in NH, when will people learn. It was not the crying, it was the fact that he said, "See I told ya", and NH voters said "No you didn't"....

Mohammed, I agree with you completely. Humility is much more attractive than overconfidence (which can too easily slip into arrogance).

Obama too fast,dont jump in conclusion there is long way to go my dear.Clintons are tough

I just can not see that is a movement, rather is playing with people's emotion about last 7 years. First Russian president had his movement to take over the government. After that, Russia failed miseably. If you consider have a new president is a movement, sorry, I can not see. A real movement is for changing the world to a better place, change our live better in the States. So far, Senator Obama has not showed us if he can do that.

Obama and his camp is crazy to think that the Clinton campaign has suddenly lost the ability to beat him. This is the FIRST time he has been in the lead since the primaries began. He seems to live in a land of make believe.....this is not someone that I want as a President of the United States.
Also, why is he so affraid to debate with Hillary. Funny how all he wants to do is make speaches and not answer questions on the issues! This man would NOT make a very good President. If he goes on to win the Presidency I guess we should prepare for the same ole things we have been dealing with for the past eight years!

I don't know how helpful it is to rally Clinton supporters at this time, but I must say that Obama is winning the popular vote by over a half million and winning the pledged delegate count by over 100 delegates. Why then is he losing the Super Delegate count to Clinton? He has been able to overtake her in delegates even though she has over 100 more super delegates than he does. I hope the super delegates don't take this election.

As an Obama supporter, I can appreciate the fact that the hard work is about to begin. Yes, the Clinton campaign has issues and the Clinton machine uses some rather archaic tactics, but it ain't over until the fat lady sings.

please dont get too comfortable. i am a supporter but i also know there is a long way to go yet

You cannot have it both way. on one hand you are courting those old politician for endoresment, at another hand you are negativate those superdelegates. on one hand you can say whatever negative thing you want about another candidate, on the other hand, everytime anotehr candidate points out your bad stuff, you cry for foul, for racial attack. It is disgusting!

I am praying that Obama would win.

Go Obama!

It does look quite tough for Hillary. Victories in Ohio and Texas will have to be pretty substantial for her to stay competetive.

Whatever happens I hope the Democratic Party rethinks its superdelegate system. If Obama wins the most pledged delegates and Hillary takes the nomination it will destroy the party.

I agree that he probably shouldn't have come out and said this, but he's right.

Even if they split the remaining delegates 55-45, in favor of Clinton, (which is more realistic than her winning by 20 or 30 points) she will not have ennough delegates to secure the nomination. He will still be ahead of her in pledged delegates, so even if the super delegates have to decide the race, they're not going to go against the winner of the pledged delegates: the person who has won the most votes.
If that happens, the DNC better call the National Guard because they're going to have a big problem in the streets the day of the convention.

I too, as a STRONG Obama supporter cannot see the reason for such arrogant predictions in the face of a difficult battle ahead. Comments such as this are just asking for undecided voters to prove them wrong. We need to be positive and realistic in our fight to put Obama in the White House, and discounting Hillary Clinton is a foolish error.We Obama supporters, both employed and just inspired, need to remain positive and aware of the uncertainty of this race!

i must strongly agree with the last writer. in reading the comments by david plouffe, i was immediately struck by the thought that voters have a way of turning against the candidate (or his camp) who displays overconfidence or, dare i say, cockiness. and, if we have learned anything during this campaign season, it is that we are all better off waiting to see the results than to predict them. as an obama supporter, i ask that you resist such rhetoric and, instead, stay on task in the efforts that have drawn more and more to barack obama and his message.

shame shame hasnt your mother ever told you to never count your chickens befor the hatch......you never know

She may not be able mathematically to win – but neither can he, last time I looked (i.e., last night). Both sides have no choice but to carry on, as much as one wishes the other would quit. It at least makes things interesting.

Why do you care? H. Overall, it is a politic game. The voters know nothing but their feeling. There is less intelligent people in this country. What you can do?

Good point, Mohammed.

I say the Florida & Michigan states have a do over, caucus rules if necessary. The voters of these states should be counted and seated at the convention. Obviously, the previous votes shouldn't count due to candidates agreement not to campaign. Why punish the electorate?

Let's be fair and fix it right this time. Otherwise, we're headed toward a super delegate showdown and everone suffers.

It's just posturing. I understand your point but I think it's best to err on the side of overconfidence than to appear nervous.

I must agree with the previous statement that's been made. I feel

I am stunned that Mr. Plouffe would make such an idiotic comment at this stage. Personally, I don't think it would be out of line for Obama to ask for his resignation.

As the saying goes, "Never say never".

Wow, that guy has a lot of gall. Interesting to see how he will soon react to having to eat his own words.

ok, gingerbread man, so once you get the prize what are you going to do? Oh wait, that's right , you don't have any definitive plans. Long on inspiration and citing what ails the country, but no solutions for the country.

We Latino's in Texas need to come together and vote obama. I was leaning toward hilary till I see she forced our fellow own, Solis Doyle to step down (fired for all purposes). Is this what we can expect. Hilary giving us Latino voters promises and then when she gets our vote, throwing us to the side because she got what she wanted. We need to come together as Latino's and make a stand. I am voting obama

So let me get this correct, the superdelegates are free to cast their vote without regard for the primary or caucus results in their home states. They can vote different than the people's vote in the primary or caucus. What happen to the Democratic party's principle that every vote counts. Sounds like the Democratic party is again talking out both sides of their mouth to me. "Trust the people except when it doesn't suit you".

I don't know how helpful it is to rally Clinton supports at this time, but I must say that Obama is winning the popular vote by over a half million and winning the pledged delegate count by over 100 delegates. Why then is he losing the Super Delegate count to Clinton? He has been able to overtake her in delegates even though she has over 100 more super delegates than he does.

To the Obama campaign it has always been a big numbers game while the Clinton campaign focuses on issues.Despicable gloating.

I actually think this is a smart move.

Sooner or later, american peole will see who Obama is when he is in a winning position. People already Hilary for a long time, at least we can tell her style of leadership. How much rish Obama will provide to us? Who knows?

I think the comment from Obama's campaign regarding the inability of Clinton to recapture the lead in the delegate count is a thinly veiled attempt to distract and dishearten potential Clinton supporters from continuing to support what Obama's campaign suggests is a cause that is lost. I would prefer that Obama spend more time outlining in a substantive manner what his positions are on the issues that voters should be asking about – not "how much hope" and "yes, we can". I would like to hear more about "how we will" – let's have some substance to back up the inspiration.

It ain't over till its over! Stay focused and the people will stay with us!

Our time is now!

Go Barack '08

Please DONT BOAST Mr. Plouffe. I am an Obama supporter. Boasting is very unbecoming of this campaign... Boast in the White House... but for now shut up and fight.

While it may be true that Hillary is statistically eliminated, it is stupid to say it. These things are best left under the rug, as to air such commentary reeks of arrogance. Mr. Obama, please advise your camp to please keep quiet and stay the course.

Obama '08

Clinton will destroy Obama in the Debate, Obama continues to avoid and delay any real information or creative and new ideas regarding his platform and the economy. Obama's platform is so weak.

Barring a "miracle", I don't see how Hillary can catch Obama in pledged delegates. She can win with superdelegates, but this would be a sure recipe for failure in the general election. I can already see McCain complaining about how the "mullahs" of the democratic party picked this candidate, not the people. Hillary's best bet for the nomination is to try to win the popular vote, and make the argument that she has more votes, so she should be the nominee, but even with this I don't see a path to victory for her in the fall.

The Clinton Camp knows this and are going to get into real dirty fighting. When it comes to mud, those two are the best.

I also believe that this is backfire on them.

Obama is a great orator, but that is all he is. He would make a great minister! He is all feel good rah-rah but no substance...he is saying follow me, but he doesn't really know where to go.

obama just neet to scream out a few empty slogans of so called change,
thats a shame,
people wake up he is giving empty speaches thats it,
and thats the reson ho does not like real debates,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,

I like Obama, but I think it is unwise to count out Clinton yet. Only 25 delegate current separate them and she has the weight of more "superdelegates." Obama needs to continue to run his campaign.

On a side note, Clinton is going negative. That's bad for her, look what happened when she tried to go negative in South Carolina. Doesn't she know that Obama wants her to go negative because it only strengthens his campaign resolve.

Obama in '08.

Typical. Obama is all about arrogance with no substance. If he is the nominee, we'll be inaugurating President McCain.

Yeah right. Obama camp does some more spinning of facts in order to dissuade voters from voting for Clinton. As far as I can tell Hillary and Obama are about dead even with only 25 delegates separating them according to the latest delegate count, so how can Obama camp say she stands no chance? This is a joke and thank god for Texas and Ohio and Pennsylvania, which will deliver for Hillary. Here in Texas we have a "remember the Alamo stance" against nominating all fluff/no substance candidates such as Obama, which in plain English means no way, never, won't happen. It will take a state like Texas to end this adolescent-like Obama madness. We got your back in Texas Hillary.

Hillary voted for war with Iraq – She voted for "Authorization to Use Force". Can we afford two consecutive Presidents that have BAD JUDGEMENT? – FAIL #1
Hillary AGAIN voted for the possibility of war with Iran 2007 (She did not learn from Experience) – Can we afford two consecutive Presidents that have BAD JUDGEMENT – FAIL #2

Hillary Economic Stimulus was off the mark. People laughed, so she then changed it – FLIP FLOP – BAD JUDGEMENT – BAD on Economy – FAIL#3

Hillary Campaign FINANCE problems – If she can’t handle her own financial problems would you let her handle America’s? NO WAY!!! She is trying to say that its not her fault as she just found out recently!!!
So is that what she would tell America when we are in trouble? I just found out? YIKES!!!
HILLARY – She has said “The American people can’t afford all my ideas!!!” YOUR RIGHT ON THAT ONE!!!

VOTE FOR OBAMA ‘08

Hillary Clinton's campaign is in a tail-spin: fired campaign staff (including Solis, a Latina – that'll play well down here in Texas!), can't even keep track of her campaign money as it went to zero and had to then bail it out with her own money (how can she be expected to run a country when she can't run a campaign), and Obama's run the board for 8 states in a row. Most importantly, Virginia exit polling shows him carving into her base. Obama's on fire, and the only thing Clinton has on hand is a can of gasoline. Do yourself a favor, Hillary – bow out gracefully.

Obama 08

Talk about an arrogant campaign and an arrogant candidate.

Hillary '08

I hope Clinton does not pull an underhanded tactic to win the nomination. Everyone knows that she can play dirty. Florida and Michigan accepted the consequences of voting early and took it. I can't just sell my car and then demand it back when I need it.
Now that I think about it. Sure she can have those delegates and Obama supporters will try that much harder to defeat her.

I have to say this is true! Mccain has this in the bag. All Huckabee can hope for is the VP.

Now to more interesting candidates.... Obama also has this in the bag. Why? I live in the big state of Texas (San Marcos) and I am just blown away with Obama supporters and how they 'have his back.' Since Feb. 5th, I have been receiving positive emails, blogs, and ways to help Obama - sometimes at least 30 per day if not more. People are excited and want to help. There is so much momentum and it's positive. There was even one fellow , Leon, who wanted to crash the Clinton event this evening in San Antonio...and he was kindly referred to the fact that tonight is also the planning meeting for Obama's team in San Antonio–and the better choice would be to attend that and get geared up to 'Barack the vote."

In contrast, my friend, who is a clinton supporter was furious last night at how there is no REAL momentum in our state (TX) for Hillary (compared to what's going on for Obama).

It's just simple, text book things like I just mentioned -this is why Obama is going to blow through to the nomination and then SWEEP in NOVEMBER.

Mccain doesn't stand a chance.

Don't blame me.. I voted for Clinton!

The dream ticket has to be Obama / Huckabee. That way, when these two glorified motivational speakers are in office and the American people are fast running out of Hope, we'll always have a Prayer.

Hillary Clinton arrived in El Paso, Texas yesterday to a rally of 10,000 enthusiastic supporters. One of every three democratic primary voters are hispanic and she has the endorsement and support of the most popular and powerfull hispanic in the state, Henry Cineros as well as most of the political establishment of the state.. She also has the support of several Black political representatives. She will do much better in Dallas with black voters then she has in previous primary elections.

I truly believe that Obama is a winner. McCain I am afraid of him. He's too old and I from what I've read he has anger outburst. Nobody wants to be a war 100 years. He wil be another Bush. I don't even know how his party can support him. His stubborness will get us all killed. He really needs to go sit-down and just let the young folks do their thing. I hope in the generally election the republicans don't try and pull a fast one. The American people will not stand for that again. This is a very emotional time for everyone. There is too much going wrong in America. People are tired of the dictatorship. We want to truly uphold our constitution and go back to the value system that this country once had. Lies and deception were not part of it.

Your arrogance will destroy you at some point. All this cult of personality developed around Obama reminds of communist countries.

Maybe he can beat the woman, because America is a misogynist country, but the old man will stop him. Too bad for America to have one more Republican president, though McCain is better than Obama.

If the Clinton campaign is counting on superdelegates to get the win over the Obama campaign, then they are clearly not in favor of democracy. The pledged delegate count is a representation of the will of the people. Superdelegates have a responsibility to reflect the wishes of their constituents, but they are not obligated to do so legally. I only hope that whoever gets the nomination does so fairly, otherwize I will leave the Democratic party!

If Obama wins the pleged delegate count, but Clinton becomes the nominee only because of superdelegates, then she is no better than George Bush. Remember that 'W' had fewer votes than Al Gore in 2000!

The people in Obama's camp should really watch what they. Although I'm a Obama supporter, the race is not over yet and they should not discount Hillary just yet.

So as I understand it:
The Democratic candidates agree to boycott the Michigan primary, but Clinton's campaign decides to make sure her name is on the ballot "just in case"...

Florida (my home state, btw) is stripped of it's delegates, so the Democratic candidates agree not to campaign there, until Hilary realizes she's in an actual fight and makes campaign stops there in the days before the contest....

And now the Clinton campaign's position now is that the pledged delegate count (the ones decided by ACTUAL VOTERS) doesn't matter as long as they can sweet-talk and glad-hand enough superdelegates, as well as now trying to argue that she should get the Michigan and Florida delegates.

I admit to not being a Hilary fan ever since the "I have always been a Yankees fan" comment. She is cut from the same mold as Romney, a smooth political operative that will say whatever she thinks the people in front of her want to hear (remember Romney and the "lifelong hunter" comments). Their campaign has reached the point of being all about political tricks and accumulating power, and has completely forgotten anything about representing people in any kind of true "democratic" way

In a match up between McCain and Obama I predict a lot of red states will be turning blue. McCain cannot even get the Republican conservative base to support him. It seems that the conservative base truly dislikes McCain, hates Hillary, but doesn't harber any ill will towards Obama. If the match up is between McCain and Obama, many members of the conservative base will simply stay home instead of vote for McCain. More important, based on voter turnout, it is pretty clear that the Democrats are going to take back the White House (Note: Obama had more people voting for him alone in Virginia than all of the Republican candidates had combined) so if any Republican is going to lose, I’m sure the conservative base would be perfectly fine with McCain falling on that sword.

ah, i love the confidence. please brag about it more, please. this is a true level of humility, you know, the "uniter" attitude. until march 4th this race is VERY much undecided. If Hill loses in OH or TX, she is in very bad shape, if she wins, race is open with an edge to her. Now Barack has an edge – an edge is NOT winning hands down! Besides, they will have to admit the delegates from MI and especially FL (all people on ballot, Obama run the commercials on cable, Clinton visited on "fund raising really"). They MUST carry FL in general, and no better way to turn off voters than showing them middle finger for their historic turnout at the primary. So all of you radicals from both sides, be quite, talk ISSUES and, those who can, vote on March 4th. Enough Said.

Be careful Obama. Upcoming States include:
Texas: oil, Bush, and corruption
Ohio: corporate home of Diebold computers and the scene of much shenanigans in the 2004 Presidential election.

The Repubs want Hillary to win. Elections observers are needed and computer inspections.

Obama and his team rock!!! They are playing the 50 state contest rather than win in Cali, New York, Ohio, and Texas...

Go Obama!!!!

Though I am an Obama Supporter, I wouldn't speak to fast. We are up against a machine, in the Clintons. They are smart and tactful. We must give them credit for being the masterminds that they are. We just have to play our hand and don't worry about the things going on in the Clinton camp.

Obama 08'

Well maybe he thinks Hillary cant catch him, which I think she can. He needs to worry about the people that voted for Hillary. I will NOT vote for him. He is arrogant and a dreamer. This DEM. is not hoping on the wave.

I agree, neither can be caught. It has been fun watching both parties fall apart. No voters like any of the other candidates.

Finally we have a real opportunity for an independent candidate.

The Clinton campaign is falling apart. Now they are trying to change the rules they agreed to regarding Michigan and Florida. Obama wasn't even on the ballot in Michigan...so you think it would be fair to seat those delegates? In Florida, candidates were not allowed to campaign. It has been shown that Obama gains on Clinton once he gets a chance to campaign. Plus, it gives him a chance to create "name recognition". A majority of people in Florida would have voted for Clinton because she had better name recognition than Obama had...would it be fair to seat Florida's delegates?

Mr Plouffe ,
As an Obama supporter, I am appalled that you would make these comments. I understand that you are becoming more confident as your candidate makes impressive showings in the nominations race, however there are crucial races ahead in which the tide could easily turn against you and you must focus on. The races in Ohio, Texas and Pennsylvania WILL NOT BE EASILY WON and I suggest you and your team continue to do the hard work that needs to be done to win those races and clinch the nomination instead of gloating(and risk the possibility of hubris and laxity creeping into your campaign). Your team has worked too hard and diligently to risk being perceived as overconfident and possibly alienating potential voters of these crucial primaries( and possibly reversing your winning momentum).
Please continue to do the hard work that needs to be done to win. When you clinch the nomination in Denver, you can be as boisterous as you want.

Every generation had a movement and a moment of change...this is ours, it is our time to elect someone who will change the status quo and allow the US reach a level of respect and awe again to the rest of the world.

Obama is breaking down barriers that no one, not Republican, Democrat or any other party, can do.

Billary is not dead yet, but she needs to step aside allow history to run its course. This is not her time, and in four or eight years, it will be past her time. Too bad that she was the nominee fours years ago, too bad she could not run 2 years ago.

Congratulations to Obama and to all of you who have voted for him...this is our time to take back America and once again call it our own country!

Hillary is the best choice . She will be present and she will do something not just say present.

The fact that the Clinton's want to seat the Michigan and Florida delegates points to one of the many reasons that people mistrust and hate her. She signed a pledge to not campaign, and disregard those states for breaking her own parties rules. It just shows that she will do or say anything to win. Listening to her speak is just like hearing Bush, you know every word coming out of their mouths is a lie.

Impossible is a strong word–one the Obama campaign may be eating in the near future.

Just a quick note to the Obama supporters who spend a lot of time commenting on these ticker articles. We've got to start being careful with our enthusiasm. Just as we were all annoyed when Clinton supporters piled on undue criticism when Obama was struggling, it'll only hurt our cause to pile it on now that Obama's charging through to the nomination. There are laudable reasons to support Senator Clinton, but the goal of the party over the next few weeks will be to encourage everyone to unite behind the more popular candidate. That won't happen as easily unless we restrain ourselves in our enthusiastic comment-posting.

Well, McCain's numbers certainly demonstrate the impossibility of losing better than Obama's. But I certainly agree that Obama has all the momentum and most of the Democratic campaign contributions. All things considered, I think he's going to end up with the Democratic nomination without much difficulty.

And given how soundly Obama defeats McCain in mock general election polls, I think Obama is headed to the white house.

I'm very happy about that. We don't need a lying two-faced special interest panderer like Hillary as president. We've already had 8 years of that. The election was hers to lose, and she lost it.

Go Obama!

I support Barack Obama, but his campaign should use caution when playing the "inevitability" card. This is the tactic that lead to Hillary Clinton's apparent downfall. This is not over yet. Let's not start celebrating until Barack is named as the Democratic Party's nominee.

Desperate times call for desperate measures.....

It's over Hillary....you Clintonistas never thought this day would come.
The little engine that could pull through into the station before the MACHINE....Hahaha

This race isn't over. It needs a long way to go.

Go Hillary!!!!!!!!!!!

The reason Obama is doing so well is that no one, not even the media, is looking at his record in the Senate. He votes virtually identically to Clinton except for some rather interestling exceptions. Obama did not bother to vote on such legislation as: Future Military Funding for Iraq Amendment, Border Fence and Customs Appropriations, Implementing the 9/11 Commission Recomendations Act, SCHIP Reauthorization, Budget Reconciliation Bill, Tax Reconciliation Bill, Student Loan Lender Subsidy Cuts and Student Grants, Expressing Support for Gen. Petraeus and All Members of the Armed Forces, Sense of the Senate on Guantanamo Bay Detainees, Attorney General No Confidence Vote, etc. There are many more examples to cite, to all of which Senator Clinton voted either yes or no, but to which Obama didn't vote at all. These are not examples of the decisive leadership Obama portrays for himself. They are, in fact, examples of a rather cautious, indecisive Senator that is trying not to paint himself into a corner. Thus, the lack of specifics from Obama on his "Change" campaign slogan. This is a man running on charisma and the promise of something great, rather than a substantial record of accomplishment.

If, in November, the choice is Obama or McCain, this lifelong democrat will chose McCain.

As an Obama supporter, I must say that I don't like the Obama camp focusing on this issue. I want him to still go out and earn the nomination. He needs to prove to the majority of the public that he is the best choice. This means he has to debate Hillary in front of the country and he needs to show that he is the strongest candidate. Keep your eyes on the prize.

Economy is the most important issue in this country.
Please listen to Clinton for Universal Health care and her plan for saving the poor.
Go girl!

All the rabid Clinton supporters that will undoubtedly take issue with this article need to keep saying to themselves "President McCain... President McCain". Since that is what they will end up with if Clinton is the nominee. Far more independents (and even some democrats) will jump to that side of the fence if she in nominated than would if Obama is the nominee....

I actually watched Tom Brokaw on MSNBC state that OBama is going to have to add a little substance to his speeches if he wants to close out the nomination. I couldn't believe my ears–a member of the media finally waking up?

Because everything Obama has been saying is fluff! Wake up people! He may be an inspiring public speaker, but you have to have a plan. How does he presume to change Washington, hmmmm??

Obama speaks nothing but the truth to the American people and will do exactly what he says with the help of all of us. We Americans are inspired and will take back our government that has been treating us like ugly stepchildren. Obama is simply the best.

i have never seen a count of how many more delegates are left to go?
i read everywhere that dnc candidate needs 2025. but how may more delegates (other than the super delegates) are left to go before the convention? does either one of them has a mathematical chance of wrapping up enough delegates before the all primaries end?

LET ME SEE HILLARY YOU DONT CARE ABOUT CAUCUS STATES,RED STATES, STATES THAT HAVE HIGH NUMBER OF BLACK VOTERS, THE ELITES OR ACTIVIST STATES BUT YOU DO CARE ABOUT MICHIGAN AND FLORIDIA? THE TWO STATES THAT YOU DO CARE ABOUT DID NOT EVEN HOLD FAIR AND OPEN ELECTIONS UNLIKE THE CAUCUS,RED,ELITE,ACTIVIST, BLACK STATES THAT DID!

CNN has such bias towards a man we know nothing about.
Please stop supporting candidates and report the news.

Its long way to go and even Obama will win all other states still they have to go to the convention. Its a win win race and "I salute Hillary for her courage,strength and ability.She is the "champion and woman of the century".

Obama is right. The only way the Clintons can capture the nomination is to do what they aways have done, bend the rules to be in their favor. If that happens, McCain will win.

Please don't make this guy the democratic candidate.
He is just a speaker, but never talks policy.

No Universal Health Care?
Go Hillary!!!!!!11111

Just an FYI, how Clinton Camp is pressuring super delegates.
When former presidential candidate and Clinton-administration energy secretary Bill Richardson declined to endorse Hillary Clinton after dropping out, the candidate's husband, as Fornier notes, placed an angry call to the New Mexico governor.

"What," Bill Clinton asked Richardson, "isn't two Cabinet posts enough?"

For someone who stands tall on her experience, it seems woefully short-sighted in this campaign. Why she didn't plan for the obviously possible aftermath of Super Tuesday, especially after the Iowa surprise, is nobody's problem but hers. I'm not sure the US and the world can afford to have her underestimate any other opponents the US may run into in the next 4 years.

It would seem very unfair to seat the Florida and Michigan delegates at this point. You don't agree to play the game and then ask for a rule change when you begin to fear you're not winning. Why would those states break the rules anyway, thus not allowing their people to counted?

America wants a President, not a Professor. Senator Clinton knows more about policy than most Political Science professors but this is not a college exam. Of course we want someone who is razor sharp (we've had enough with the opposite the past 8 years). But Senator Clinton's proponents who claim that she is "all substance" because she can talk about the arcane policy for 4 hours are missing the point. There are plenty of people who can talk policy. The position of President is one for a leader.

The math looks right to me as well. Clinton has to win and win big to avoid a brokered convention. A brokered convention is no one's interests and if Obama can win big in some states and keep Texas and Ohio from going big to Clinton, he's probably the nominee. And those two states seem to be tightening, so his camp might be right.

Since Obama normally likes to play the underdog, this tack is a significant gamble (risking a revolt among voters who don't want to be told that it's over). But it's worth it; he's basically saying that a big move to him is the only way to avoid a nightmarish convention/credentials scenario. At this point it's hard to imagine a Hillary win that won't involve something deeply unpleasant, like superdelegates giving her the win or the sham primaries in Ohio and Fla turning the count her way.

“next to impossible” for Clinton to capture the Democratic nomination.

Please think again......I haven't talked to one person who plans on voting for the Jr. Pretender.

I for one will vote Republican before I vote for someone with NO experience or solid plans.

The best thing that the Democratic Party could do to insure another 4 years of a Republican Whitehouse is to offer up a nothing like Obama.

PLEASE DON"T LET THIS HAPPEN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Hillary 08

It's on!!!

In this corner . . . 45 years old, 6 foot 3 inches tall, 195 lbs, Opposer of the Iraq War, Champion of Affordable Healthcare, Constitutional Law Professor, Campaign Finance Reformer, Inspiration to Millions, The Clinton Destroyer, The Unbeatable, The Unstoppable, The One and Only .... Barack Obama! (Insert cheers here.)

And . . . in this corner . . . 71 years old, 5 foot 7 inches tall, 183 lbs, Vietnam War Hero and Prisoner of War, Opposer of American Torture, Cheerleader of the America's War in Iraq, The Surge Protector, Defender of the Rights of Undocumented Immigrants, Campaign Finance Reformer, Man of Principal ... John McCain! (Insert cheers here.)

Keep it above the belt, Gentlemen!

Ding, ding!

OBAMA '08

The people of the USVI are rooting for you! I don't even think our service men and women want to see Hillary in office, a little birdy told me yesterday.

Ohio and Texas, do your homework before you just vote for this man on empty speeches. He supports charter schools which create union bust and drains funds for public schools, nice, huh ,schoolteachers and educators? He voted against the flag protection amendment, so burn all the American flags you want. He supported state laws to ban the manufacture, sale and possession of guns, yet he was 1 of only 3 to vote against harsher laws against gang members, makes you feel safe, huh? He voted against keeping government eyes on foreigners in this country that may pose terroist threats. On Iraq he said, theres not that much difference between my position and George Bush's. He does not define the issues he is running on , therefore he does not like debates. He will never pose a threat to corporate interest, remember Exelon? Don't get caught up in the speeches and chants, do your homework on this man, you won't like what you see. So far the media has not scrutinized this man, the Republicans are just waiting. Believe me, they are loaded with dirt on him. He may get the nomination but once Americans are forced to look closer, its not pretty.

Obama has run a great campaign but I often wonder what his advisers are doing. Why say something like this? It just fires up the Hillary supporters and sets the stage for a letdown if there are any bumps in the road. Very strange piece of strategy.

I get the feeling that Obama will have the nomination sewn up early in March – if not after the Texas and Ohio primaries, then shortly thereafter.

Hillary Clinton 44.9%
Barack Obama 43.9%
She is still ahead

Hillary is going to win.
If she doesn't it's rediculous coverage for a civil rights movement.

Hillary should be selfless and bow out gracefully now to help start uniting the party. The Obama camp is right- in terms of pledged delegates there is little chance of Hillary catching him which would leave her only option to win in the hand of superdelegates which will rip the party apart and guarantee another Republican term. Plus, it looks like all of the polls show Obama matching up against McCain WAY better than Clinton, and if she truly has the parties best interest at heart she will suspend her campaign.

This is it.
Billary Team needs to respect the wishes of the Electorate and concede defeat. It is now time to start uniting the party in readiness for the convention in August and the General Election in Nov. pending the great march to the White House soon thereafter in January 2009.
Last time we checked, Hillary was leading the popular vote even when you factored Michigan and Florida total votes (sans delegates.) by about 400,000 However, with last night's Obama's sweep of the potomac primaries, Obama now leads the popular vote–EVEN WITH MI & FL being counted (sans delegates).
Billary team needs to know that for the sake of the party, they need to concede defeat, swallow their pride and start uniting the party.
OBAMA '08

I pray everyday to save this country Obama wins and becomes President. Bush has divided this country so much it is scary.

Obama seems to know what exactly he is doing. He has out strategized the Clinton's campaign and i don't see how she can catch him

The Democratic Party has two very strong, intelligent, politically smart candidates. One of them is inspiring a new generation of future leaders, activists and participants in the political system. One of them believes that through unity we can accomplish great things, the other feels that great ideas will rally unity. The first is a bottom up approach the second a top down approach. It would be a suicidal move for the party leaders to back the candidate who symbolizes the top down, I'll take care of you, approach. Barack Obama is proving that he has the capacity to move the Democratic Party toward a level of participation we could only imagine a few years ago.
For the super delegates to move toward Clinton when the country is moving toward Obama completely negates the carefully orchestrated chaos of proportional delegates, caucuses, and voter directed democracy. If democracy is messy, then let it work. If it is only a sham, then watch it disappear.

obama....tearin' it up.

Two questions.

1. If you're discussing the math and not what is actually likely, the discussion here is unclear. If McCain has only 812 delegates, don't the delegates committed to Huckabee + the ones committed to other candidates + the ones left to be committed add up to a majority? So why is it impossible for the candidates committed to other delegates + the Huckabee delegates add up to a majority?

2. You write, "The Clinton campaign has said that the leader in pledged delegates will not necessarily be the party’s nominee, as superdelegate votes have equal weight in the Democratic nominating process." Surely the Clinton campaign's claim is false. The superdelegates have about 20% of the votes at the convention. (If the claim is that one superdelegate has the same power as one elected delegate, it's even sillier. That would be the case even if there were precisely zero superdelegates. Doesn't mean much.)

Obama's movement is gaining speed and it doesn't look like its going to stop. The more people know him, hear him, see him the more they are willing to hope. Obama is the stronger candidate against McCain. They stand in clear contrast to one another, and if you listen to them both speak, Obama is much stronger and politically less divisive. Obama can also generate the kind of energy that politics needs in this country. I know so many people, young and old, who for the first time in their lives are really paying attention and really trying to make a difference. A president that we can believe in, that will bring out the best in all of us, and will increase respect for the US around the world, is exactly what we need. We need it now more than ever. We can't keep things the same because that means staying on this path of destruction. This country is great and we can prove it to ourselves and others. We can do right by the world. We CAN elect Obama to the highest office in the land. WE CAN. WE WILL. CHANGE IS HERE.

"The Clinton campaign has said that the leader in pledged delegates will not necessarily be the party’s nominee, as superdelegate votes have equal weight in the Democratic nominating process."

So Hillary's going to have a number of superdelegates who owe her or her husband favors or who cut deals with her decide the election after Democrats across the states have all but decided the election? I'm sure that'll go down well in Denver.

"The campaign has also said they will fight to seat delegations from Michigan and Florida, which were stripped of their voting privileges for violating party rules in scheduling their presidential primaries."

And Hillary's proposing on changing the rules of the game after the game's been played? Obama was not even on the Michigan ballot nor did he campaign in Florida, per his word. Hillary on the other hand, defied the Democratic party's sanction, did not take her name off the Michigan ballot, and held "fundraisers" in Florida. Now she's trying to claim rightful victory and legitimize her defiance of party rules?

De javu. His arrogant becomes more and more like Bush, everyday.
American people elected Bush. Now they're going to elect another one just like him again. They just never learn.
I can see this country doomed for the next 4-8 years if he's a president.
very sad indeed.

Vote stupid, vote Obama!.

What if Romney decides to toss in his delegates to the Huckabee campaign – that will give a real shot in the arm to the Republican race, by narrowing the delegate lead and also energizing the conservative base to turn out in large numbers for Huckabee !

Oh YES she CAN

Hillary's not out of the race. If anything, it'll be nailbiting up to the finish line at the DNC this summer.

25 delegates is little too slim of a margin to be declaring victory isn't Mr. Plouffe? I didn't hear anyone from your side of the line saying it was impossible for Obama to catch Clinton when she was up by two hundred delegates. If she wins Ohio, Texas, and Pennsylvania, which she could very well do, she will again be the front runner. God, the arrogance from Obama and the rest of his camp is beyond irritating.

This is not only rhetoric by Obama's Campaign but also by the news media. It is intended to sway those voters who are easily impressed and motivated by news coverage and media. If Hillary wins Texas, Ohio and Pa...which recent polls suggest she is poised to do, she could then have the majority of pledged delegates. Even if she doesn't, winning places like Texas, Ohio and PA will give her a huge edge in he popular vote count. If she wins these races then the landscape will change again and states that Obama is currently favored in may become toss ups. The other thing "super delegates" will look at is the states she and he have won. As of yet, Obama has not won a large battleground state. Hillary has. She has won New Jersey, California, New York, New Hampshire, Florida, Michigan, Arizona and Arkansas. All of the bias in the reporting of this primary has left me, as well as many others, sick. Obama is not a bad guy or a candidate. I personally feel that this "one day could be a great president" is running to soon in his very short political career. I also think that he needs more substance to bring about the change that he has been talking about. Hillary is also a fine candidate. For such sexism and bias to be constantly infused through the medias' coverage of these events is heartbreaking and a stab at true democracy. The American people will ultimately choose who they think is the best candidate. Yet they should be allowed to do it with out the bias and interference of news organizations that have quickly begun to sink to the depths of tabloid reporting. Think about this. If Hillary were in the position that Obama is in now, oh wait she was, you would not be hearing this kind of blatant bias filled garbage that now litters the internet and airwaves. She is a Clinton and a powerful women, who apparently scares allot of new organizations, that should not be discounted.

Well, the Obama campaign has already declared itself the winner of the Democratic Presidential race. No need to vote anymore, just swear Obama in...lol
How arrogant and presumptuous.

obama's message is ignorant to the real world issues abroad.
we are sitting bait if he's in.
i will vote for mccain if needed to protect my children.

Sweep it up Obama... sweep it up!

Hey Obama....you guys sound a little arrogant....focus on your message and not the media hype!

YES WE CAN!!!

YES WE CAN!!!

YES WE CAN!!!

YES WE CAN!!!

Obama '08

I, like many Americans, am very turned off by the superdelegate process; I truly don't believe that giving one superdelegate the power of 13,000 "regular" voters is in the best interest of the nation. These superdelegates are obviously not 13,000 times more knowledgeable than your average voters; this greatly belittles the democratic process. A national outcry would be invoked if a candidate won the nomination via the support of superdelegates rather than that of the popular vote – the "regular" voters. The voting power of superdelegates should be abolished or dramatically lessened to echo our nation's freedom and support of true democracy.

It is time for her to concede and bring the democratic party together. This is bigger then the both of them and It's time for the right leader to take this country into the future. We understand lobbyist and media outlets are not ready for change but the American people are. Obama is more then just inspiration and good speeches. He has substance that gets over looked by his ability to lead and bring folks together. Look at the polls look at the states where he has won! These southern states can look at one another and say you know what I can work with African Americans to bring about change. And African Americans can say I can work along side of whites and better myself to bring this country foward. I think MSM down plays the ability of Obama and also his message. He is what this country needs now. And by looking at his campaign he is organzied and should be commended for how well he's ran this campaign.

I live in Virginia and Tuesday made me sick. The republicans came out in the thousands and voted for Obama. These same republicans will vote for McCain in the general election. Looks like they found a way back into the White House. They have their candidate and now they are busy picking the fool they will run against come Fall. They are using the Dems own system to win. The rich / republicans are herding the college kids and the black community like sheep. They know Obama will lose by a landslide. and they also know that most of the mature adults that support Hillary will vote for McCain if Obama gets the Dem's nod. Don't you just love republicans?

And so it goes. Heaven help us all!

I thought Huckabee was the one who didn't study math in school...

Hey Plouffe, there are only 25 delegates separating Obama and Hillary right now. This is the closest the two of them have been to each other in delegate count during the entire race.

When Obama was 50 delegates behind, you said he and Hillary were neck and neck...

After Super Tuesday when Obama was 100 delegates behind, you said it was a dead heat...

Now that Obama has pulled a slim 25 delegates ahead, you're saying that makes him the front runner and there's no way for Hillary to catch up?

Hit the math books, Plouffe!!!

Clinton's big claim to fame in this campaign has been her experience, that she would be ready on day one. She's had a lot of experience campaigning, running a national campaign for the presidency, and yet she's made several mistakes which I find very telling. She completely underestimated her opponents (refusing to even admit that they might be prepared to be president), and refused to adjust her campaign strategy when it turned out she was not being attacked the way she had expected. The question has arisen about whether she picked her campaign staff based on competency or based on loyalty, something that has gotten George W. Bush in trouble. With every loss, her method of regrouping involves marginalizing the contest, which only goes to marginalize the people of those states. By attempting to seat the delegates in Florida and Michigan under the guise of giving those people a voice, she's only serving to disenfranchise those who did not have access to the necessary information for making their decision. Why punish those who did not participate because they weren't given the opportunity to hear from the candidates? If the campaigns of Clinton and of Obama are at all representative of what they would bring to the presidency, I think Clinton is going to have to stop acting like experience trumps judgment. She's going to have to show she can adapt (and not just by adopting her opponents' talking points), that she can unify, and that she actually respects those who disagree with her.

Of course Obama is leading because of:

BLACKS
YOUTH
REPUBLICANS

85-90% of Blacks in every State are Voting for Him ( if that's not Racism, tell me what is)

Republicans voting for him because they know they have a better chance of defeating Obama than Clinton in November

And then there is the YOUTH....well, just look at the youth these days and tell me it's not scary to think that they will be choosing our President.

OBAMA 08

This is what will be at the end of the day and the race. HALLELUAH!!!!!!

Well this Hillary supporter still believes in the impossible!!!

David Plouffe's statement is funny because, on CNN this morning, one of Obama's senior advisers still said that Obama is the underdog in Ohio and Texas. Is he the underdog in those while still being the frontrunner?

he is really in hate for her, isn't he? How nice is he?
how far this hate towards her will go?

Obama offers the hope of change. Clinton offers 'experience.' I think that the American people have had enough of 'experienced politicians,' regardless of which side of the aisle they squat on. We need to chase out the old guard, 'experienced' career politicians and get some new blood in. It's the 21st century, but the current administration runs things under the table and is more in synch with Kruschev's cold war tactics than modern thinking. Good riddance to the corruption and greed that has been rampant in Bush's administration. He's thrown away a budget surplus and strapped us with a $10 trillion debt that we'll be paying for generations. The American budget was $2 trillion in '02 and now Bush is proposing a $3 trillion budget. I can't stand the whining on the right about 'tax and spend' democrats, when they've been spending like drunken monkeys. It's time for CHANGE; it's time for Obama.

I'm so sick of people telling the American public what we will or won't, can or can't do. I'm so glad that the head of the Obama campaign has told Americans who the Democratic candidate is going to be. Why doesn't he sit back and let the American public tell him?

This all makes me laugh. Barack Obama has not mentioned his plan or agenda once, yet people are following him like blind mice. All he repeatedly says is "It's time for change!" and everyone falls for him. Hysterical! So sad to see our country going down this road. People! Wake up! Vote on issues, not charisma or skin color! This guy is a hoax and you're falling for it.

Hillary voted for war with Iraq – She voted for "Authorization to Use Force". Can we afford two consecutive Presidents that have BAD JUDGEMENT? – FAIL #1
Hillary AGAIN voted for the possibility of war with Iran 2007 (She did not learn from Experience) – Can we afford two consecutive Presidents that have BAD JUDGEMENT – FAIL #2

Hillary Economic Stimulus was off the mark. People laughed, so she then changed it – FLIP FLOP – BAD JUDGEMENT – BAD on Economy – FAIL#3

Hillary Campaign FINANCE problems – If she can’t handle her own financial problems would you let her handle America’s? NO WAY!!! She is trying to say that its not her fault as she just found out recently!!!

HILLARY – She has said “The American people can’t afford all my ideas!!!” YOUR RIGHT ON THAT ONE!!!

VOTE FOR OBAMA ‘08

I will state up fron that I'm no fan of Hillary and would vote for Obama just out of gratitude of saving us from that. But his tactics now demonstrate that contrary to Hillary's opinion, the man is quite experienced in how to seize momentum and demolish (in p.r. terms anyway) the opposition. Funnily enough, if she did this same thing, it would be proof of her 'lust for power.' Obama does it and it's 'smart politics.'

It is proof of how opinions of people are suddenly crystallized by what the late Lee Atwater called 'a defining moment.' However, I do suspect that Mr. Obama is suddenly going to find himself necessarily firing back hard shots at the GOP – and losing the luster that he has briefly attained.

We The People…

Last night’s win and the diversity of Barack Obama’s supporters, makes obvious that “The People” are the real winners in the 2008 Presidential primaries.

For the first time in history people have the desire / ability to be heard.

It doesn’t matter if we are a Republican, an Independent or a Democrat…we just simply want to be heard.

Voters still need to show up in Texas and Ohio for Barack!!!!!!!!!!!!
David Plouffe is doing a wonderful job as campain manager but I want the whole staff to remember that a drop of tear made people of New Hamshire lean towards Hilary.

On top of it Barack supporters, like myself, want Clinton to go to the end of her goal with dignity...............taking it away from her will angry people against Barack.

Lets keep the ground work in place and let's make it matter of survival in Texas and Ohio. We cannot relax now!!

OBAMA for President!!

Never say that something is impossible....

Now that's just the sort of arrogance we Hillary supporters are looking for to help us rebound. Wait and see!

We all know better than to predict victory for Obama. If everyone contributes harder, more donations, more phone banking, more neighborhood walks, more community service, we can keep Obama's chances strong. No one really believes this is over.

Remember, if the FL and MI delegates are seated, that will give Clinton another 10 to 25 delegate swing for her. So counting the MI and FL primary results, it is about tied now.

As a Hillary supporter, I almost hope Obama is the nominee,and president,For all those supporting him now ,they will be the ones yelling the loudest,when they realize they have been had.

What I'm taking from this is:

1) Regardless of what the will of the people is, Clinton is anticipating a nomination based on the Superdelgates' vote.

2) I need to reconsider my support of the NAACP....come on Mr. Julian Bond.

Thank God. Barack Obama will be a great President.

It is time for Hillary to cry again.

Keep counting Hillary out and she will surprise you – you will all get the public reved up to say "Oh yeah" "we'll show you" – that's what the did with Obummer. Whe the lights go out and the cameras go away – I want the president with the experience to start on day one.

Clinton should bow out gracefully, while she still has a chance.

OBAMA all the way! Twenty-four years of a Bush-Clinton era is enough!

Hillary is like our Thanksgiving Turkey, stick a fork in her because she is done. To drag this out further causes a rift in the Democratic party. Just admit you have been soundly trashed and get on with your life of lies and for giving Bill. Todays news is tomorrows garbage, at last a fair review. Poor little white girl. Tried them all and they all failed you.

To Barack Obama's Campaign Manager (PLEASE READ THIS SERIOUSLY)

DO NOT, once again DO NOT be complacent with the wins recently. That old lady (Hilary Clinton) is still very close in terms of delegate count. Instead, you must QUADRUPLE your effort to make sure you lead that old lady with a huge margin in delegate count. NEVER GO EASY till that old lady is DEAD. Show NO MERCY TO HER and keep hitting her till the KNOCK OUT STAGE. Remember, if she get back on trail, then it will be TOO LITTLE TOO LATE.

Said I heard the words of the higher man say,
"Babylon, you throne goin' down, goin' down
Babylon, your throne goin' down."

we already had a cheer leader for past 8 years; be careful what we wish for, else we will have one more with grand talk without substance...do not be bashful of Hillary....atleast for now let us wait and see the primary cycle end...I think Obama is full of enthusisam but no experience whatsoever...republicans for now are waiting for him to be the nominee and then tear him to pieces...so Democrats, be careful...sometimes enthusiasm out of sheer excitement may not mean much in the long run...

...I wish they wouldn't have said this. Obama was doing just fine WITHOUT having to issue such confident statements. Now, they've just given Hillary something to rally around!

Stick a fork in Hillary!

GO GET'EM OBAMA!!!!!!!!!!!!

"Our Time has Come" – Barack Obama

We are marching on to TX and OH with our tsunami tidal wave to close the deal!

BILLARY CLINTON – YOU CANNOT STOP THIS MOVEMENT!!!

CHANGE WE CAN BELIEVE IN

YES WE CAN

GO OBAMA!!!

The times they are a changing!

Fired up and ready to go.

The arrogance of Obama's comments are a clear indication that, if he is elected,
there will be NO CHANGE from the existing arrogance of the current administration.
WAKE UP AMERICA – IT IS NOT TOO LATE.

Hmmmm Yeah...Clinton cant catch them hahahaha

WOW that's spin! How about this? The democrats nominate a presidential candidate that didn't win any major state other than his own, including Texas, Pennsylvania, California, New York, Ohio, Florida and Michigan. You knnow what that's called?

Political suicide.

I think it's amazing that Clinton and Obama are still so close, with the DNC taking away both Michigan and Florida away from Clinton. Had the Democratic party not established a clear favorite in Obama, Clinton would have been uncatchable.

If the democratic party adds MI. & Fl. Hillary would be in the lead!

GO OBAMA

let Bo say what ever he wants
Quite arrogant to imply that Hillary doesnt stand a chance
If she said the same of him She and Bill would be called racist
Lets wait and see whats left of Bo once the republicans go after him and his mate
He has agree to 2 debates out of the requested 5
What is he so afraid of??A great speaker he is as long as he is doing all the talking
In a debate he stutters searching for words and over talks every one in an attempt to avoid answering straight up questions
Will the host ask him about his mates latest comments about the Clintons
Will the hosts have the back bone to ask him if he can control his mate who seems to think she is Jackie Kennedy?
Will they ask him about his mates having to think about supporting Hillary should she be the nominee??

I am voting for Obama, but don't think it is a great idea for Plouffe to start declaring victory already.

On Michigan and Florida, I don't think it is right for them to be left out of the convention. I also don't think it is right to count them as they are now – being as they are the result (in Michigan's case) of a system that had only Clinton and Kucinich on the ballot and (in Flroida's case) a beauty pageant basaed on name recognition with no campaigning allowed. Something has to be done to either re-run primaries are hold less expensive caucuses. HRC campaign won't like either – especially the latter – but I think if we step away from the rhetoric of supporting our respective candidates unconditionally, we can probably come together to find a fair way to avoid disenfranchizing all those voters while allowing a fair contest to be held in those states.

The Race is not over! Wake up Obama Followers. I had rented this documentary recently of Jonestown, because we know a close family member of Jim Jones and were curious ,I was young when this happened.. I then had been reading all of these blogs that had comments about Jonestown and I must say, the Simularities are HUGE. (Though I do not think Obama is a whacko who would make everyone drink kool aid or some other weird things that he did) But,. as the movie says Jones attracted followers by his sermons/speeches and made everyone feel that "they" were special. He used a lot of WE can make the difference, We can Believe, WE, WE, WE. Rent the movie. Or read the book.

Careful...no one likes an arrogant winner, especially before they have won. We all remember how "inevidable" Hillary's victory was. Show humility, stick to your message, and everything should be ok.

David Plouffe, I'm on your side, but please – shut your mouth. People who make such projections tend to end up eating a lot of crow later on. Please don't jinx us!

I hope Hillary likes the taste of dirt and dust.

OBAMA can say anything and can getaway with that because he doesn^t get into controversies………………

LOOK AT Obama's voting record

IT^S SO EASY *******************"

YES WE CAN
YES WE CAN
YES WE CAN

NOTHING DONE……

AFTER 4 YEARS ….

YES WE CAN
YES WE CAN………………..

the media has given obama a free ride, why dont they look harder at his record, plus his message is only hope, but no substance.

Go Hillary!

I really mean it, GO!

And take Bill with you.

I think they should be careful what they say...nothing is over until it's over and 25 pts. are NOTHING!

Sad day.

I don't see much difference between McCain and Obama – two Christian Conservatives that kanoodle with religious hate mongers.

I'm a big Obama supporter, but I think it's really dangerous to say that Clinton can't catch them. She will stay and fight this to the end I think, and there's still a lot more to go. He's winning right now, but not by a huge margin. Let's keep acting like we're behind, and then we can say we've won when we get those 2000+ delegates.
As the saying goes, "Don't count your chickens before they hatch."

I'm a Hillary supporter, but it looks like it might be time to jump ship. I thought you were the candidate Hillary, but there's no way I can support a candidate who has less elected delegates!

Democrats '08!

STOP OBAMA!!! This is the most unqualified, inexperienced peson that has ever run for the presidency. He's almost as frightening as George W. Bush!

CNN: That map showing who took whther Clinton or Obama took each state is as poorly thought out as last week's headline that the Democrat's race was deadlocked.

The issue is not number of states, it is number of delegates. Clinton's wins are thiner than Obama's. Because of population density among other things, land area has nothing to do with conveying the magnitude or nature of support.

You might consider going to some retired campaign experts instead of political pundits to help you understand and communicate the dynamics of campaigns.

And for the Hillary supporters who will try to argue this like crazy- Obama's campaign manager is right- she can no longer win outright by number of delegates, that was his message.

It's not personal, it's just business...

this is not just an election. this is a movement......a movement the people who have been so long shut out finally have. this is finally a time the people get to take part in the government. nobody better watches out for the people but the people. back door capital hill deals can now be a thing of the past. take part in the OBAMAMANIA that calls for the people to choose their own destiny.......a destiny to stop poverty, poor education, war, greenhouse gases, under the table deals, corruption and a weak economy. join this movement now!

Please don't get ahead of yourselves. Keep focused. These are the Clintons we're talking about, not some neophyte politico. They are the most skilled political force in years, and really haven't lost anything yet. I'm all for Obama and I just donated again, but just don't get complacent – and don't underestimate the lengths to which the Clintons may go in times of desperation. I don't mean for that to be a disparaging remark about the Clintons, I'm just saying...she has been the "presumptive" nominee for over a year now and it only now begins to slip through her fingers? It was reported that in all their planning and preparation, they NEVER ONCE considered an exit strategy. NEVER ONCE contemplated not being the nominee. NEVER ONCE allowed for the possibility that her crowning as nominee would be derailed by another candidate. If your YEARS of comprehensive planning never even contemplated the possibility of falling short for the nomination, then this whole thing has to be a HUGE shock. They're liable to try anything – and the Obama people need to be prepared for it.

That may be one of the boldest statements I've heard from Mr. Plouffe. Hope its true!

I am a life-long Democrat living in Virginia. I have never voted for a Republican for President in my life (8 national elections). I voted for Obama yesterday and will vote for him again in the national election. If HRC gets the nomination, I will vote for McCain in the national election. There are many white gentlemen here who will vote as I will.

I've been a life-long republican and now i have to admit that I have become an Obama-can The Republican side offers no good choice, adn well I simply can't vote for Billary. I hope Obama picks a sensible VP (edwards woudn't be a bad pick)

I support you Obama, but I wouldn't get so cocky if I were you.

How arrogant! Let's do some math: 2,025 delegates needed for nomination, Obama with about a 20-25 delegate lead, and only a little over halfway to 2,025. It is this type of arrogance that will cause this candidacy to fail. Americans don't want arrogance in the White House, we have endured two terms of that with W. Obama, please stick to your message and don't count your chickens before they have hatched. It is very UN-Presidential of you.

Maybe you should start using you sermons to state actual policies and facts. I was going to vote for you, but I took the time in the last couple of days to find out what you were all about.

I cannot get over some of the false statements you stated against Senator Clinton at your stump speeches. I visited your website and hers and read everything you stated which was false to her record.

Maybe it would be a good idea to run on your record and not make false comments about the other candidate to boost your numbers.

Regardless of the eventual winner. lets get behind the nominee and support her/him.

Both are excellent leaders and will serve us well.

CNN your title is very deceptive to the reader who may not have watched the whole speech at the end. I watched it and Obama never said those words about not being able to be caught. What him and his camp are saying is that they have not ruled out Hillary because they know that she has been around for a while. Please report what is actually said and not your interpretations. You have done this with Hillary as well and it is just not fair to any of the candidates when you do that.

Its over for Hilary..once the Convention gets here and Obama still leads...the democratic party will put perssure on Hilary to drop out of the race so they can get ready for the general election between Obama and McCain and her ego will be put to the side to unite the party as they go after the white house...she put ll her eggs in big states and it failed...if Obama steals Ohio or Texas that will be the end of her run for president..

Obama 08

Good God! This egomaniac MUST be stopped. Come on people wake up. Do not let your voice be swept away by this wave of rhetoric!! Stand up for the best candidate-Hillary.

Talk about jumping the gun. The man is only 25 delegates ahead of Clinton. He's starting to sound more like McCain saying Huckabee doesn't stand a chance, except McCain's statement makes a lot more sense.

Obamas true arrogance showing through again.....

He is ahead by 25 delegates! What is he talking about?! Maybe some of the superdelegates that she has supporting her are also considering her lead in Florida where all of the names were on the ballot and she won readily! They may not be able to have pledged delegates to speak for them, but that is no reason why the superdelegates cannot take their vote into consideration!!!! Wake up America what the Obama camp is saying is not true.

It is worth noting that the Hillary camp has told the press that they don't believe they can catch Obama in the pledged delegates, but they want to be within 30 point at the end of this race. The people has decided! Obama has the most states, the most delegates and the most votes.

Obama 08'

Let's not get too ahead of ourselves, here......there are still states in America that have yet to vote, and this sort of talk would be a terrible INSULT to them, like the action of disenfranchising their vote.........it is all of egotistical to call the race when there are so many voters yet to have their voices heard; this is akin to recent-years past media coverages that have called political races at mid-day in some states, when voters had not even had a chance to go vote at the polls.

I'll bet this blog does not even get posted, because it says the truth.

I love Obama and I hope he wins but, I am worried about those comments. It is that sense of arrogence that is killing Cliton. I don't want to see it infect him too.

Julian Bond was right in 1968. He is wrong in 2008.

Hillary Clinton should do the right thing and quit now. If she really cares about the party and the future of this country, then she should embrace the movement for fundemental change. Barack Obama is a once in a lifetime kind of guy. He is the one we need now. Omaba is clearly the best educated and brightest of any of the contenders. He is living proof of the American Dream. We can do this.

Yes We Can

I get so tired of people saying that Obama doesn't have experience. What president has experience when he becomes president? Duh!!

Don't get cocky David Plouffe – you should continue to be running as the underdog. Whoever wins is going to need to pull the other side in else into supporting their nominee. Being cocky won't help bring in Clinton supporters. Women won't like that. Plus it is not over yet.

If Obama continues to sweep for the remainder of February, Hillary Clinton should do what is best for the party and the nation and respectfully bow out of the race.

Ohio and Texas will not be enough for her to recapture the delegate lead or more importantly the popular vote.

I think she should bow out today, but when has she ever done anything that's in the best interest of the American people?

Ofcourse, I want my "boss" to make me and my coworkers "feel good and hopeful." I do not care about someone's wealth of experience, I want someone who
1. believes in me
2. makes me "feel" good
3. makes me feel hopeful
4. brings all (or most) coworkers together to GET things done, and
5. has good "moral judgment"
6. challenges me to be the BEST that I could be

that person, for now, is Obama!

Experience is NOT enough to make me go back home, after work, to my family!!!!

All of the people asking what Barack Obama is going to change? Open your eyes! He's -already- changed the game! You have record breaking fundraising happening all over the place, Republicans and independents swooning over a democrat, young people -actually- voting, people -actually- realizing that Washington doesn't have to be a big sessepool... he's got Hillary scared to death of going negative and he's got her fundraisers walking on eggshells.

Wanna know what he's going to change? Start listening to what he says! Your lack of education on the subject is growing tired. Nobody likes a broken record, especially when it's a bad track.

Ethics reform, iraq, governmental transparency, energy reform, health care, foreign policy, diplomacy, etc etc the list goes on and on. You Clintonites harp that he's all talk, and then turn around and criticize his ideas in the very next sentence. Grow up.

Well, after the media has indulged in a relentless smear campaign against Hillary Clinton, is it any wonder that their sanctioned candidate is now winning?

Yesterday I heard Michelle Obama was being compared to Jackie Kennedy because she wears pearls and has a similar hair cut. Do people really fall for this, I ask myself? Apparently they do. If we can't really vote for a candidate based on the issues and if we are so stupid to allow ourselves to be manipulated by the media, then we deserve all the misery we get.

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 who has solid plans, policies and goals to bring our country forward!!

The Democratic National Committee created rules for the nomination process. All the Democratic candidates promised to abide by those rules- including Hillary Clinton.

When Mrs. Clinton agreed to the Democratic party rules, she must have been lying, because now she doesn't want to follow those rules.

If superdelegates go against the wishes of actual voters, the Democrats will lose in November.

Obama's people are such chumps.

David Plouffe suddenly thinks that with a 25 delegate lead that Obama is now the presumptive nominee! Funny he wasn't saying that about Hillary all time she lead (until yesterday) by a larger margin! LOL!

I would advise Mr. Plouffe not to count Mr. Obama's eggs before they've hatched, cause Hillary is still in a position to run off with the basket.

Even if Florida and Michigan are counted in, Obama keeps the lead.
Hillary is toast, maybe even Texas toast, lol!
Go Obama!

Hillary Clinton will still get the nomination! dont underestimate her!

There was no direct quote in this entire article. I would like to know where Obama's campaign has said that. They should not be looking forward to the nomination and i do not believe that they are looking past the states that are coming up in the next few weeks. I would like to see proof that Obama's campaign had actually stated that fact before things get out of hand in the comments.

Obama – You're a loser.