Excellente! Si se puede! He's a superdelegate!

I expect to hear many more Obama endorsements come out over the next two weeks.

Obama in 08!

Such is the nature of our 'leaders' — they follow, not lead

Way to go!

Hispanics for Obama!!

Go Obama!!!!

good for him

I don't understand the irrational hubris that people are showing in favor of Obama. I liked the man to a lottery ticket - a lot of promises and long shot chances of succeeding. He is big on promises and visions, but without details.

woo woo, thats the sound of the Obama train leaving the station!!!! Too bad Billary were too busy focusing on themselves instead of what really matters…us! Let's see if she sucks up for a VP slot. Hopefully Obama won't fall for it. By the way, I am now a proud Obamacan!!

Aluta Continua!!!!Yes, we can

sweet!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

It's good to see that some hispanics are coming to some sense and giving their vote to someone that really will bring change to this country. I hope more latinos would come to their sense and see Obama for what he respresents and not jump onto the back wagon because the spanish broadcasting channels give Hilary more media coverage.

Bienvenido ! Puerto Rico et los Latinos de los E.U. con OBAMA !

We stand together ! Viva Obama !

I think that CNN has not been giving Hillary a fair chance. Down grading her.
I think Obama sounds just like George Bush braging.

hmmm… could it be Hispanic voters will begin to open up to Obama in greater numbers. I think if they will listen they will find this man is not only a dynamic speaker, but a doer also. He's a fighter and he gets things done. We have all witnessed his savy and brilliance in bringing this campaign to where it is today.
Want to know more: read his website, read his books, go to his town meetings and you will find out where he stands on the issues and how deeply he loves this country. I do believe he's an open book-not perfect, but an open book.

This is an interesting development, clearly not only for the delegate possibilities (last group to be counted before the convention and a place where I expect neither campaign has major inroads so the Governor and related groundtroops will help).

More generally, I love this campaign season - it is nice that every state and even "territories" are having to be courted because things are so close. Even those going as late as May might have a big role to play…

Si Se Puede!!!! Proud Boricua, who is glad to hear this news. OBAMA '08

Governor Anibal Acevedo Vila is an outstanding leader for the Puerto Rican people. Puerto Rico should be captured by Obama by at least 90 percent of the vote.

¡Sí, Se Puede!

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?"

Thank you, Sir!

Thank you Gov. Vila, we all love Puerto Rico which is my next vacation spot. Obama is simply the best.

THE GOVERNOR THE PR ENDORSE TO Obama but the people in the island love very much to hillari clinton viva PUERTO RICO REMENBER SHE WANT HEALT CARE FOR ALL CHILDREN AND ALL AMERICAN HAVE JOB AND GOOD ECONOMY GO HILLARY

I guess the real question is, will this endorsement carry any weight with Tx Latinos?

My guess is no, but it can't hurt.

Then again with Virginia Latinos giving Obama a second look perhaps Texans will view this a more momentum validating the legitimacy of Obama.

The winds of change has reached the Caribbean. Stay humble Obama because the Clintons have nine lives.

This is excellent! Not only because it is an important endorsement for Obama, but because it is more people entering and being involved in the process. This is good for America!

Go Puerto Rico!!!!!!!!! We love you our spanish brethen and sistren.

Obama '08 & '12

REMENBER THE ALL PEOPLE IN PR LOVE HILLARY SHE IS THE PRESIDENT USA

That is fantastic! Yes, and do stay humble Barack so we can unite our party.

Interesting and expected………most government officials will go against the will of their people.

The latinas are coming on board.

Hopefully sooner rather than later,Hillary will realise that she is tearing the party apart,prolonging the inevitable and that she really doesnot have a snowball in hell chance of wining the elections come November.

Greacefully bow out now Hillary,for the sake of your people and your party.

How many delegates does TEXAS have? Does anybody know?
Obama must be careful of that.
Obama, I love you and I really wish you were a Republican or at least a real Conservative. I really like you. I am going for Huckabee, but I really pray you will win over The Clinton's. I feel like they use Blacks.
Maybe I am wrong, but no one needs to be used.

God bless you Obama, may Jesus use you for His Glory.
love you much

well said trenchtownrock

And they say that Latinos won't get behind Barack! Part of my family is from Puerto Rico & I was hoping for this. I am captivated everytime I hear this man talk!

According to the Cleveland Plain Dealer, the "key difference" between Hillary's health care plan and Sen. Obama's health care plan is that "his plan would not be universal because it does not mandate that everyone enrolls."

Hopefully this will help Texas latinos give Obama a second look and and take off the blinders the Clintons have placed over them.

I have to be honest, I had no idea Peurto Rico had that many delegates. That is an interesting endorsement for Obama. I wonder if Edwards and Richardson are far behind.

I believe that this is huge for Obama, but not because of the Latino vote. Puerto Rico has a strange system where the Governor determines who gets the delegates in a winner gets all type scenario. I believe the popular vote is a recommendation to the Governor, but he can allocate delegates as he chooses

Nery she will give you healthcare by taking your money by force….

I watched CNN yesterday in Virgina when they interviewed the Latino woman who said Obama had promised undocumented people drivers license. So she went out and had posters made. So of course he took Latinos in Virginia. But I thought states set up their drivers license for that state. That's pretty unethical just to get votes.

And today I heard him once again claim he hadn't voted for the war. Of course he didn't as he wasn't in the US Senate at that time

the empty empty slogans of CHANGE is so bad for the dems,
as obama has nothing to speak of so he twistet to speak empy words,
evryone knowes it,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,

SO WHAT THE GOVERNOR ENDORSE OBAMA THAT IS DIFERENT TO THE PEOPLE LIVE IN THE ISLAND HILLARY GET THE VOTE FROM PUERTO RICAN

The Caribbean is "Fired Up and Ready to GO" and the people of the Virgin Islands could not be happier that Governor of Puerto Rico will endorse Obama.

The people of PR haven't weighed in, but the Governor has. He's a superdelegate and has the right to endorse.

Though I don't support the Governor, I support Obama. I'm hoping that the people of Puerto Rico will follow suit.

-RA.

SI SE PUEDE

Obama never has been humble. I think the Obama campaign has tried to lump Hillary Clinton with George Bush. Nothing could be further from the truth. If anyone has fought the right and their mud slinging tactics-it is the Clintons. Just a few years as a senator and he thinks he is ready for the Big Time. What exactly does he stand for? I keep hearing hope? But I'm not sure how far that will get you. Why won't Obama debate Clinton? Because he knows that everytime he debates her, people can see that she knows the issues inside and out, and acutally has SOLUTIONS to those issues. So, to status quo-that's baloney, Hillary will be a different presense than the one we have in the White House currently.

GO OBAMA

I guess i know where I am vacationing this summer…

lol clintons have nine lives,

This is great because there are many mis-information that we in the Hispanic/Caribbean are falling in line with the Clinton camp. This is strange because many of us know that the Clintons are being used by the Clintons for their on gain. It is the same way that do to the women that do not have a college degree or that make under $50K would fall in line with them also.

We are not a block that fall in line like that. Gracias Anibal Acevedo Vila for standing with Barack. I do believe that Barack will be a great president for the not only the us that live in the US but would I know that Americans all over would be proud with him at the helm.

We Latino's 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

Clintons have 9 lives and a life line in cnn. There are faor and unbiased corrospondents on the network however, They also have those like Jessica Yellin constantly advocating for them on air when she should be providing the public with unbiased information.

Further, their graphic of the delegates is misleading and wrong. No one should be reporting or showing the superdelegates as a sum of delegates acquired by either candidate; this is factually eroneous and has been used to give the preception that Clinton is ahead of Obama when in fact he has been leading for quite sometime now. There is no certainty any or all superdelegates will remain with chosen candidate.
One must remember that Cnn is trying to influence less educated who for the most part will not see through their tricks. Just watch their morning show and it becomes quite evident, especially on the mornings before primaries and caucases

Obama and MIchelle I admonished you on the bravery that you have shown through out this process and I believe that the best is yet to come! GO OBAMA

Hillary is you are still the best …..and our next president Don't Hate

Hillary you are still the best …..and our next president Don't Hate

Puerto Rico has been known to award it's delegates in a volatile fashion . . .sometimes winner take-all . . .sometimes at the whim of party leadership. This may not be fair, but Obama could very well obtain ALL 63 PR delegates due to the Governor's influence.

While everyone was focused on the Potomac primaries and political commentary was urging Hillary carry Edward's message to the people; Hillary galloped off into Texas with Obama's message almost word for word, delivery and emphasis a copy of Barack.

Didn't anyone notice?

I think that this is really great. For far too long we have had a couple of primaries and some debates and then someone becomes the Democratic nominee and someone becomes the Republican nominee. I think it is really great that we can really get a great chance to watch democracy at work and it looks like everyone will have a say in this primary. I mean regardless of who you vote for you have to love to see this in action. I can't hardly get up in the morning from watching news. That means either this is really exciting or I need ot get a life. (ha-ha) Jokes on me it's both I know.

If I am not mistaken, this democratic governor is probably a superdelegate.

But someone please correct me if I happen to be wrong.

Typical……….

Puerto Rico Si se Puede.

I think I'll vacation in PR next year. Looks like folks in PR are on the winning side of this campaign.

I agree that the Clintons have 9 lives and they are sending everyone out to campaign including their pet Dog 'pete'.

First it was the ex. president and his wild comments
Then it was Hillary's mom
Next it was the daughter
I can't wait to see how 'pete' rallies the crowd in Hillary support…..

I don't understand why everyone, including Clinton's campaign, keeps saying she is providing healthcare for everyone. Her healthcare plan covers only the employed at select companies. Any freelancers, self-employed, or unemployed will be without healthcare, and they need it the most!

Good for him. I will be glad when this is all over and we can move onto getting rid of McCain. I am so tired of the Clintons.

A lot of Democratic are thinking Obama can beat Mccain, so that they back Obama. However, Obama is never tested, since he has so liberal views that most people in this country do not like.

Action is stronger than words. Can Mr. Obama show from his young adult years to now, how much contribution he had made for this country? I watched a few debates, sorry to say that he can not even speak fluently, and no policy about how to put this country back on track.

I think whoever vote for Obama needs to think again, Bush for sure will leave Whitehouse by the end of his term. What you vote is not for voting Bush out, rather is put the future of this country in a hand that you can trust. Can we trust him? I have my doubt.

My latinos Brother, welcome to the movement. Love the Island of Puerto Rico!!

I'm not trying to insult anyone, but Texan Latinos are not the same as Puerto Rican Latinos. The PR Governor's endorsement will mean nothing to Latinos in Texas.

I think Obama has a good chance to do well in Texas, perhaps even beat Hillary. The most populated areas (Dallas, Houston) and rural areas lean Republican, and Obama tends to do well in Republican leaning areas/states. Austin tends to lean Democrat, with a lot of traditional Democrats there, but being home to the University of Texas, there are a lot of young voters there too, so who knows which way Austin will go. The southern half of the state has most of the Hispanic population and is more Democrat– I think Hillary will do well there. But she's still going to have to fight for it… Virginia proves that no one can take anything for granted in this campaign.

It's bandwagon time.
Why are men so threatened by a strong independent woman.
That's the only reason Hillery is losing is because men are
scared she'll actually win the White House.
Why arn't foreign scared to have women in charge, there
real me.

Well at the rate these primaries are going he just might need the delegates in Puetro Rico.

Just wondering what the Clinton's will come up with from now on especially that they are losing the battle. Hope people will keep supporting Obama , finally you have someone that is speaking for the people , he knows what it is to fight for what you think is the best for america and the world.

Hope you won't be so silly to beleive what the Clinton's tell you.

You know sometimes experience makes it easier for a person to hide the wrong doings, so think about that!!
From:Canada

I would like to see Obama and Clinton on the same ticket. They would be unstoppable.

It would be very foolish to think that Governor Vila's endorsment would have any kind of weight in the desissions of puertorricans in Puerto Rico or abroad.
The Latinos in TX wich are mostly Mexican don't even know who the Governor of Puerto Rico is nuch less follow his endorsement.
Probably the only people that will actually weigh in for those delegates are the elite few that are cloeselly involved with the Democratic party in the Island.

Wow…another LATINO endorsement. Way to go Gov Vila. The people of Puerto Rico and their 50plus delegates are gonna help OBAMA big!

The purpose of HOPE is within the hearts, souls and minds of those in need of hope. To those who's vanity exceed their prospectives of this suffering world, they only wish for self annointment and more public esteem. Truth is truth and those who have used lies to make gains for themselves will not know the true nature of HOPE.

63 delegates to the convention but no primary or caucus? If they do have a primary or caucus, when is it? I can't find it on the CNN primary calendar. If they don't have one, why not? Didn't the US Virgin Islands have one?

Oh boy… I can smell what Obama is cooking.

I think this is great b/c the Clintons are so positive that they have the Latino vote in the bag. I really hope this speaks to the Latino population in Tx and I hope they are giving Barack Obama a closer look. He is stable, he stands up for what he believes in, he is true to his word, and he wants Immigration Reform laws. That is very important to the Latinos. The Clintons move with the tides, the status quo, and can't really give anyone their word b/c as soon as what they "say" they believe in becomes unpopular, they change their minds, and they will do that with Immigration Reform too. If they thought for a second that Immigration Reform would cost them the presidency, they would back out of it! I don't know about yall, but that makes me really nervous, thinking of someone with those characteristics as my president! We need someone who is steadfast, and sticks up for what he believes in, no matter what the cynics are screaming. We need Obama!!

The idea that Texas Latinos alone will determine the Democratic primaries is quite a sorry one. And the idea that every Latino in Texas is going to vote for Hillary Clinton is an insult to the Latino community. Folks forget that Obama's field manager is Mexicano and that the main reason Temo could not deliver in California was time. There is a great deal of time between now and March 4, and come that day people will be sorry they backed themselves up into the Alamo. Ohio will vote Obama, so will Wisconsin and Hawai. And Puerto Rico is not simply Latino: Puerto Rico is Puerto Rico, you know, pretty much like Cuba is Cuba. There is a difference.

Hillary Clinton arrived in El Paso, Texas yesterday to a rally of 10,000 enthusiastic supporters, who were mostly hispanic. One in three voters in the March4 primary will be hispanic. THe hispanic population is spread through out Texas, with the most being in south Texas, Dallas and Houston. Both Clinton's are very popular in Texas . Hillary 36 years ago when she was only 24 years of age was in Texas campaigning and helping the very liberal George McGovern in his campaign for the President. This is a fine lady, who has paid her dues, has worked hard for democratic ideals and has the experiece to start on the job on day one, She will not need on the job training. This is a dangerous world that we live in and we don't need a novice.

I am trying to understand what the attraction is to H. Clinton. It was her husband that got most of the jobs sent over seas. Remember NAFTA? I love the way she now has a Black woman running her her show now. Then on TV yesterday she has this little Latino child on stage with her. Are you serious?!!! If the Latinos can't see this window dressing then they can be duped by anyone. Put your prejudices behind you and stop acting like the Blacks did you guys wrong. The beef between Blacks and Latinos in LA is over drugs. I do not feel sorry for either race when it comes to something that stupid and wrong. I hope that we don't put her on the ticket because you guys hate Blacks that much. That is a stupid way to vote. I will not hate you because of your actions but I will question the character of your race. I am not voting for Obama because he is Black like I know some of us are. I think that is just as wrong. I like his vision and I love his message. We are what is wrong with our govt. We are not involved enough in the decision making and we do not fight what is wrong. He wants to change that. Clinton wants to make us believe that hope is for fools. Imagine if Blacks would have not had any hope. Martin Luther King would have been some freak with a loud mouth and no hope according to H. Clinton…

The problem with the Governor's endorsement is that Obama might not really want it. Puerto Rico's Democrat Governor is currently under a Grand Jury investigation for allegedly participating in a "pay-for-play" scheme while he was a Congressman.

I think that is great. I hope his endorsement translates into many votes by Latinos. While I think that both candidates have to earn the vote of the Latinos (as well as everyone's vote), I am thrilled to see that the Governor of PR is letting his political preference known.
Go OBAMA…. YES WE CAN….SI SE PUEDE!!!!

…then she went negative and now I'm for Obama! If you take a hard look at both of them, they're real close in platform-how we get there is important too!

Everyone is jumping ship - but the smart money is on Hillary winning the Texas Hold Em showdown. Obama reminds me of Hollywood - it's all make believe

Good choice!

NERY…you are correct. Clinton does want Healthcare for all but she wants to FORCE them into it. So what happens to those who work everyday but simply cannot afford health insurance either because their job doesn't offer it or the premiums would be too high causing them not to be able to cover the essential bills…rent & food? So, for those who cannot afford it, what happens? Are they fined? Are they jailed?

I believe that obama is best for america in general,he's for all people so thats whats important.we really need change and i believe he is the one to do that .without all that extra stuff hillary is talking about. change is what we need.

If Obama is not the acceptable person as Clinton supporters claim why all these endorsement? This shows that Clinton will go a long way to bring someone down no matter what it takes them. We in Africa support you because we wants you as president to unseat the likes of Mugabe, and other tyrant African rulers. We want peace and unity in Africa. We want trade with the US and other part of the world and not aid. We want peace with the Arabs. The only person who can bring that peace is Obama.

Nicholas Nigeria

I have not decided yet on who I will vote for but Obama seems to be doing well for an underdog, reminds me of the superbowl.

We think of PR as a paradise but when I was there in July 1998 there was a general strike on the island and there were police everywhere. They need help and are a real drain on the US. They don't want statehood as they currently receive huge subsidies and do not pay taxes. What a deal! I'd endorse Obama too. He promises everything but hasn't bothered to figure out how to pay for it. Live in paradise for nothing…WOW!

Watch out Obama those Clinton's have those mafia ties which they
will do anything to steal anyone's thunder, they are the modern day
Gambino crime family in politics. Remember white water, and the OVAL OFFICE, ask hillary she will tell you. They are a SPECIAL UNIT.

Thank God for the Puerto Ricans! I thought for a moment I had lost my mind having been born and raised in New York City where many of my Latino friends growing up and still today were mostly from PR and for the most part, we all "got along just fine"! The way the media distorts, dictates, and tries to ultimately "define" who Latinos "love and adore", (Hillary?), was another smack-down in the face of those who ought to know better. Bad enough the Clintons took African-Americans for granted and insulted their sensibilities and intelligence and consequently forfeited much of their support. The Latinos in yesterday's primaries proved again that they are a very diverse ethnic group who can speak and think for themselves. Hillary needs to be very careful going into Texas thinking that all the Latinos there are "beholding" unto her.

Not all African Americans and Latino Americans are at odds with one another. In the places where tensions are high between the two cultures you find places where drug trafficking and gang violence are just as evident. We've come so far and still have such a far way to go. Much love to all of our latino brothers and sisters!!!!!

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!!!

Even John McCain may endorse Obama soon

I can't believe Puerto Rico has endorsed Obama. Hillary has a stronger voting record when it comes to helping hispanics.She has boosted education, health care for the poor, and most importantly financial grants for the poor since she took office. She has been an openbook on her past to the American people. Hillary has an amazing track record of experiences from self and husband, past president Clinton.

Where did Barack Hussein Obama all over sudden come from? I never even heard of him before the 2008 elections. I think he is charismatic, but our country can't make decisions based on charisma. Hillary means business and America is ready for her.

Oh thank god for the Puerta Ricans. How are the Canadians and Mexicans going to vote? Do we have poll numbers yet on the Angolans- lets roll that out soon please.

So the endorsement of a not very popular governor, of a territory of the usa that dosnt vote for the president is supposed to be good for Obama, give me a break, what did he offered him? statehood, PLEASE. This love affair with Obana will end and people will be sorry when they realize that they elected a president that gives great speeches but has no experience and screws the country more than it allready is.
PS
latinos in texas dont even Know or care where Puerto Rico is

WHoop there it IS!!!

Obama 08

Mark my words. If Obama goes against McCain, we'll have a Republican in the White House again. Republicans are crossing over to vote for Obama so that they can trounce him in November. This will be the biggest Republican landslide since Reagan in the 80's.

when did experience become a liability? whenever someone interviews for a job, the first and most important credential is always proven leadership and experience. Obama has no major achievements or experience under his belt, and we're going to throw him into the most important job in the world because he gives eloquent speeches. It takes more than eloquence to change the world guys.

At the end of the day, Obama will (and already has) sold out universal health care to appeal to people across the aisle. Yes, process and compromise are important, but they aren't as important as RESULTS. If we democrats have been genuine when we have always said that health care is a right, and not a privelege, then let's elect someone who will actually stand up for it, not someone who will capitulate before even getting the job.

Go HILLARY!

Experience is what criminals get to learn how to bamboozle the system. Experience for Sen. Clinton is also filled with records that she'd hopefully not wish to come to light. Hillary and Bill have gone to some big odds to cover her records in Bill's library in AK.

Thank you Gov. Vila!!! I have never been to Puerto Rico but I hope to visit as soon as I finish up my doctorate!!

There is no indication that this story is true from what I have heard. BTW, Clinton will win by a landslide in my Island.

THANK YOU GOVERNOR VILA!!! LATINOS FOR OBAMA!!!

TO Trenchtownrock: YOU'RE EXACTLY RIGHT. YES OBAMA SHOULD REMAIN HUMBLE. THE CLINTONS HAVE 9 LIVES AND SOME.

TO S.Forest: YOU ECHOED WHAT I'VE BEEN SAYING ALONG. SHE SAYS HAS A LOT OF EXPERIENCE IN WASHINGTON AND THE MIGHT MEAN SHES VERY PROFICIENT AT LYING AND MISLEADING.

BUSH, CLINTON, CLINTON, BUSH, BUSH, CLINTON? WE NEED A BREAK!!

OBAMA O8!!!

Hillary is going negative with ads in Wisconsin. All Obama supporters please spread the truth about Obama. He will be a agent for change. I have convinced my husband to support Obama and now I am talkng to other family members. Slowly but surely they will be Obama supporters.

Yes we can!!!

Obama Obama Obama!!!

CNN:

I find it offensive that as an american citizen that is trying to post my opinion on your blog is constently being turned down for other empty opinions that are basically offensive. I have tried for some time to post comments on other topics and they NEVER show up. I will definetly boycott your website and furthermore you cablenetwork. Fair is fair and I am also entitle to my opinion as long as it's not derogatory.

Mercedes Rodriguez

I AM SO HAPPY AS A PERSON OF PUERTO RICAN ETHNICITY. PUERTO RICANS FOR OBAMA!!!

THERE'S NO OTHER CHOICE. HILLARY IS ONLY CONCERNED WITH THE BIG STATES NOT THE UNITED STATES!!!!

What exactly is Obama saying? Everything will be great if we all follow him? Follow him WHERE? He hasn't said ANYTHING. Are we all a bunch of SHEEP? Baa, we can! Baa, we can!

Get some brains. Can anyone in the media finally step up and be critical of his non answers to everything!

Clinton should bow out now!

I am from MA, I know what that type of endosement mean.
How we did after Ted, John, Patrick? It should not be forgetting already!!

Uhmmm as a Latino voter….Puerto Rican are considered latinos. So we listen whenever anyone within our realm speaks. So yes it means something at least to me. Go to Anibal Avecido Avil's website to check out the Governers politics.

Sorry, I'm sure this is naive — but why does Puerto Rico have more delegates than several US states?? Um… I don't get it. Anyone?

The people of PR want Hillary. Period.

Anibal Acevedo Vila has detroyed puerto rico!

This is great!

Puerto Rico's 63 delegates are winner take all!

PEOPLE PEOPLE PLEASE THINK - Sen. Clinton is running on her "Health Care" plan but it seems that the obvious question is not being asked. When she first attempted to revise health care in this country it was during the second term of her husband. She got knocked down, stomped and beat down by the republicans. She then lived and worked in the White House for the next "6 years" - how come she didn't try again if she feels so strong about health care, why did she stop until she decided to run for president by way of the New York Senate. Hillary only wants the Presidency as a professional goal she will not make universal health care a reality and any who believe that are believing in fantasy.

Jesus tells his disciples when that ask how they will know the genitals for the true believers - he replied: YOU SHALL KNOW THEM BY THE FRUIT THAT THEY BEAR. Look at Hillary's life's work and then look at Obama's - has anyone every seen her dirty, marching or defending civil rights?

Obama…

Stay on course, don't sink to Clinton's level. It just turns people off, which is good for you in the long run!! Glad everyone is starting to come around to support you…finally!!!

Yes We Can

Gobama!!!!

I was afraid he was going to support Hillary…and that any visit to Puerto Rico would have a mandated tax to provide healthcare to people who illegally entered Puerto Rico…since he's supporting Obama….wheew…now I am comfortable

Politics is very fluid. Let's remember , It's not over until its over.

Obama , I am listening for specifics and I have not heard them yet.

It takes more than speeches to govern.

So if Hillary is best for latinos, why would the Governor of Puerto Rico endore Obama?

I hope all latinos take notice and really research the difference between the 2 candidates.

Hillary is running and not Bill. Obama is the man for this hour.

Thanks Gov Vila for your support. I think you should go to Texas and help campaign for Obama.

Obama 08
Si Se Puede

Note to Hillary:

1. Too bad you fired Patti Solis Doyle..she's not the problem. The problem is all the in-fighting and your inability to stay on message. What is your message..today anyway?

2. Your negative TV ads won't work. We know you lie..all the time

3. Leave the keys under the mat and turn out the lights on your way out.

Thank You for being a trailblazer, and thinking about America first. If all Governors think like you, America will be a better place. Viva Barack Obama, Viva Governor Vila

Endorsements are nice. Delegates are nicer… And this governor is a super delegate so at least Obama's got one more… I do think when Latino audiences are able to hear what Obama stands for, they'll find his Health Plan just fine with them and not all that different from Clinton's. None of them will be left out. No child will go without health insurance. So, the bottom line is that if you want insurance, both plans promise that it's available at a cost that is affordable… D.

I remember so in the 90s that the economy was so good and it was under the Clinton Administration. He worked tirelessly with Alan Greenspan and I can go on and on, how good it was. The only ugly thing about it was the Monica circus, and the other lies the Republicans did to bring down the Clintons. I never wavered on this couple. They're doers and for those who do not read enough and research enough, it is sad that you all get carried way with fluffy speeches. You do not care about the plight of your fellow americans suffering (i.e., poverty, high mortgages). Americans are not thinkers, only shallow.

All around us, we see the change: 4 years of Bush senior, 8 years of Clinton, and then 8 years of another Bush and then to put another Clinton in there for God knows how long is not the change we want.

Obama is making many of us to vote in the primary for the first time; no one else could have made many people participate in this primary other than Obama.

We believe in this change that is blowing all across the U.S

Thanks for the support my Puerto Rican brothers, I hope the Mexicans don't get mad now since their mortal enemies are supporting Obama.

Why do Mexicans hate Puerto Ricans and vice versa?

I have no idea what nery just said.

Gracias Governador Vila.

Viva Borriquen Y los Boricuas.

And now duck because the Clinton switftboat dirt machine is coming right at us.

Puerto Rico is in need of a change, not necesarily of Political Party but of someone who is really ready to face the many problems our country is currently and has been facing for many years now. When you have a monetary problem that you are obligated to close schools before the official ending day, someone, somewhere should realize that Puerto Rico is struggling to survive. Bringing on taxes from zero to seven percent, who are we trying to help! Whether Barack Obama or Hilary Clinton is chosen, hopefully someone will take the initiative to help Puerto Rico progress. We the Puertoricans are losing many jobs and the opportunities of getting one. Why ? Because many well named companies are closing to move elsewhere! Bottom line, may the Best Candidate win…

Obama doesn't want super delegates to decide, let the people decide??? That's what he says over and over. But he continues to exploit the support of super-delegates so long as it helps him.

Look closer people, this man says one thing (just the thing you want to hear), then does another. He is more the same. He does not represent change we can believe in.

My vote is for Hillary!

This is great news! OBAMA '08

i think the puerto rican governor should campagn for obama in texas and ohio

Puerto Ricans for Obama!

and here are the facts:

1. Our Governor's endorsement - does not mean Obama will get the delegates.

2. If a Democratic Party Primary is held in PR, you will see Mrs. Clinton win by a big margin.

3. Stan - we do not hate mexicans.

4. Whatever the outcome of the delegates decision in PR will carry no weight or influence the decision of other "hispanics" in the remainder states that are up for grabs.

Now that the NAACP has chimed i the Michigan - Florida debacle, here is my proposed solution:

In Florida: Allocate 50% of the delegates according to the Jan 29 election results, then conduct a mini primary or caucus to allocate the remaining 50%.

In Michigan: Since Obama's name did not appear on the ballot, allocate a lower percentage of the delegates, say 25% based on the Jan election, then conduct a new mini primary or caucus to allocate the remaining delegates.

A mini primary is one that allows polls to be opened for about 6 hours instead of the usual 12 hours. this would cut down costs.

I further suggest that these mini primariaes be held on April 16, same day as the Penn primary, that way on April 16, the Dems would be sure of a definite resolution to the struggle.

Obama is all talk and people are so desperate after the Bush years that they will believe anything positive someone SAYS. How about looking at what Obama has DONE - minimal when compared with Hillary.

The media will not vet this guy, but the republicans will. I did my homework and what I see scares me. NO TRACK RECORD. He uses the same exact rhetoric that Bush used during his first run at the white house "I'll be a uniter, not a divider". Remember, talk is cheap, it's what you do. Obama is an inspirational speaker, not a leader BASED ON HIS MINIMAL RECORD.

I will not vote for Obama under any circumstances and I think the democrats will not win in November if this guy is carrying the banner.
I always was amazed at how Americans could vote Bush into office not once, but TWICE. Watching people fall for Obama's empty promises reminds me how gullible Americans are for pretty words. Obama is just a liberal version of Bush. We will never learn.

Si se puede! It looks like we can and we are. Obama '08

And?

Panco Vila??????????????

Viva Puerto Rico! Ya es tiempo que la gente sepa que los hispanicos aman Barack Obama! Viva Obama! La isla del encanto speaks for our nation! Go Obama!

Hillary for president. She will do the best for our country, not just speech like Obama.

As I recall, in 1988 Puerto Ricans voted for Jesse Jackson, but the then Gov. voted all the delegates for Dukakis at the Convention.

Clearly, that kind of controversy wouldn't be in the best interest of either candidate this year.

Puerto Rico is the last Democratic Primary contest with 55 delegates awarded Proportionally at Senatorial District caucuses in June. Regardless of that outcome, the Governor is also a superdelegate and that is a good vote to have in this close race.

I believe Mr. Obama can uplift America's economy once again. I believe he can open up world markets and pay attention to issues that matter. He will bring change faster than Mrs. Clinton or Mr. McCain.

I believe Mrs. Clinton will bring change, but not as fast as Mr. Obama. The first year will be spent finger pointing at President Bush as she will not be sure how to resolve issues in the short term

I'm a 65 year old black woman who understands that wars were fought and lives were lost so that we could have the right to vote. I have exercised this right throughout the years because I'm a responsible person. Today, it's more than a right, I can truly say it's a privilege to vote for Barack Obama. I believe we all have a sixth sense that alerts us not only of danger, but more importantly - when something special is about to happen. I believe with every fibre of my being that Barack Obama is the best candidate to elevate the political discussion above the stench of "politics as usual."

With the exception of John Edwards, the agenda of the other candidates seems to be embedded in the cortex of the brain where the quest for power resides. Barack Obama comes from a place of honesty, common sense and empowerment; he has made a multitude of citizens recognize the power within ourselves to become the force for change in making make this great country even greater.

As America moves toward a more homogenous society - my vote is for a leader that stresses how much we have in common and that our differences, such as color, race, religion and gender are what makes our country so interesting and wonderful. It's a shame that so many exploit these differences for their own selfish gain.

One thing I know for sure is that if Obama is not elected President, he and his wonderful family will be just fine. They have enough genuine love and support for each other to validate "It's A Wonderful Life" - But what a missed opportunity it will for the rest of us.

Stay positive and do or say something nice or inspiring to someone today - and everyday.

Carlos M, can you tell me why the people of Puerto Rico would vote for Ms. Clinton? There are so many reasons to support Barack Obama, but I am finding less and less willingness to support Clinton if she wins the nomination. Her negative and back door and selective campaign strategies have reinforced the notion that she is only for helping people who can further her own ambitions.

Dear Gov. Vila:

Yahooooooooooooooo and welcome aboard!

OBAMA 08!!! YES WE CAN!!!!!!! YES PUERTO RICO WILL!!!!!!

Anibal es el gobernador pero su imagen y convocatoria esta peor que la del Presidente Bush… Obama comete un error al aceptar ese endoso, solo por eso les digo que en PR gana Hillary.

Don't know if this will help him with the Spanish-speaking favoritism of Clinton, but nice to know the gov is probably taking a risk with this endorsement.

People have to stop listening to the negative ads and negative talk coming from the Clinton camp. All I hear is the same old tired talk coming from their mouths. I for one am really tired of hearing negative ads that is very divisive to this country. Talk specifics Hillary and stop talking negative. The proof is in the pudding!!! People are showing that they are tired of your negative talk by the enormous numbers voting for Barack. YES WE CAN!!!!

Good sor Obama,maybe this will help his trouble whith latino voters which have been slightly going more for him as of lately.