February 14, 2008
Posted: 03:30 PM ET
Chelsea Clinton campaigned for her mother in California in early February.
Chelsea Clinton campaigned for her mother in California in early February.

(CNN) — As part of the Clinton campaign's declared effort to fight for every delegate in every state, Chelsea Clinton is heading to Hawaii, Barack Obama's home turf, according to a Clinton campaign source. She'll spend three days, including this weekend, campaigning there.

The Clinton campaign has been criticized for not competing in the smaller states and caucuses, but is now trying to adjust their strategy. A campaign source says they are not focused only on Texas and Ohio.

On conference call Wednesday, Clinton staffer Guy Cecil said the campaign would now be hiring staffers and opening field offices in several states with upcoming contests they had not devoted resources to before, including Montana and Wyoming.

Hillary Clinton has been endorsed by Sen. Daniel K. Inouye of Hawaii, and will be doing satellite interviews with Hawaiian TV today.

A campaign source says Chelsea has proven to be an effective campaigner and they see a strong correlation between Chelsea's visits and improved performance.

At this point, says one campaign source, it's a delegate fight, and even narrowing a loss has a huge impact.

This cycle Chelsea campaigned for her mother in California – the first state where Clinton won the youth vote. The rural congressional district where Chelsea campaigned in Nebraska outperformed others in the state. So far this cycle, Chelsea Clinton has campaigned in at least 15 states.

–CNN’s Jessica Yellin

Filed under: Chelsea Clinton • Hawaii • Hillary Clinton


Peter Damoah-Afari   February 14th, 2008 9:35 am ET

Of course, it is her obligation to support her mother at this time that she is trying to occupy the first seat. All the same, my question is why Hillary does not seem to value delegates from smaller states. She is going to loose the front runner by all means to Obama.

democrat_2008   February 14th, 2008 9:36 am ET

Go CHELESEA!!! You a such a role model.

boniface   February 14th, 2008 9:37 am ET

I guess some people should understand that politics is not meant for everyone.Somebody like chelsea is not a politician why not tell her to look for another career.Is it because her mom and dad are politician so she is trying to be like them,she is not a politician.Thanks.

john   February 14th, 2008 9:37 am ET

yeh you go girl

Ron, TX   February 14th, 2008 9:39 am ET

Only after Clinton loses the past 8 states does she decide she wants to act like she thinks every state counts? Her campaign constantly marginalizes every state other than CA, NY, NJ, and MA by saying that they really don't matter. Obama has won 23 of 34 contests… she has a lot of catching up to do.

Asare   February 14th, 2008 9:44 am ET

I thought Chelsea said she doesn't campaign by talking but just shaking hands. I remember in Iowa, a young girl asked Chelsea a question and she replied to the girl that she doesn't talk. What happened?

Kaptkarl   February 14th, 2008 9:46 am ET

If she's campaigning for her mother she's a public political figure and should get no special treatment from the media.

June for Hillary   February 14th, 2008 9:47 am ET

Chelsea's love for her mom is admirable. She is so shy and still willing to come out and campaign for her mom. She is setting a very good example for our children. Love and respect your parents, that 's the way it should be.

JB   February 14th, 2008 9:52 am ET

She is not "off limits" anymore. She is in the public arena and trherefore the Clintons can't make the rules. Whic, is something they consistently try to do. Forcing others to play by their rules, like the debates.

So, with that said, how is it that she is able to take so much timeoff from work? Someone should investigate!

jennifer, Evergreen, CO   February 14th, 2008 9:52 am ET

I thought Hilary was running not Chelsea and/or Bill. Why does it count as Hilary campaigning when she sends her surrogates?

On a personal note, were I Chelsea I would have asked for that duty weeks ago!

Sergio   February 14th, 2008 10:11 am ET

Lol , there's no way Clinton wins in Hawaii.

Obama Fired Up !

Zein   February 14th, 2008 10:11 am ET

Jesus Christ!
Hell naw!
After she went and had breakfast with a Super delegate in Wisconsin? And Now she is going to hawaii to have breakfast with another super delegate ? This Woman And her daughter are both Jokes!
Who Do they think they are fooling ? Clinton Needs to give up the fight that she is losing.

Obama 08!.

mina   February 14th, 2008 10:13 am ET

You go girl. Show what you are made of. Enough of this no substance Obama band wagon. Nation should sit calmly and reflect whether a "likable President vs a doable President is best now, since the country is way down in every respect from economy to foreign policy. Wake up America.

Adam   February 14th, 2008 10:14 am ET

I'm happy to see Senator Clinton making a stand and not just conseding to Oboma! I'm encouraged with the new direction her campaign is taking.
HILLARY 08!!!!!
Defete the Obomabots!

Claude   February 14th, 2008 10:17 am ET

Big deal.

Faye   February 14th, 2008 10:17 am ET

God Bless you Chelsea and may God keep you safe and give you strength to support your Mother through this. You have to have intestinal Fortitude to put up with all the negative Media your family endures. It just shows you have inner strength that comes from above.

Patrick, Fl   February 14th, 2008 10:18 am ET

It is simple. She did not expect she would need to be especially competitive in many small states. The campaign was all about putting the contest away on Super Tuesday.

They made a serious miscalculation!

Amy in Iowa   February 14th, 2008 10:20 am ET

If every state counts, I expect to see Hillary in that state. Not her husband and daughter. I am sick of this Clinton dynasty. Will Chelsea be next in line for the presidency?

Chris, Orlando, FL   February 14th, 2008 10:21 am ET

GO HILLARY! YOU CAN DO IT!

Tina   February 14th, 2008 10:23 am ET

I live in Montana, and I think its great that they are now realizing that even the smaller states count, and can influence. Remember the last election? When a Democrat (Jon Tester) was elected to the Senate? It was one of the most closely watched battles throughout the country, and was part of turning of tables when it came to the Democratic Party taking over control of the Senate. The little people do count! I'm glad that Billary is coming here, however…I'm voting for Obama!

Carolinas   February 14th, 2008 10:23 am ET

New poll out today showing Hillary leading double digits in Ohio, PA, and TX. CNN why aren't showing a headline with that???

Jim in FL   February 14th, 2008 10:25 am ET

Today we find out that Hillary is in the top 10 of Senators seeking earmarks, while Obama, with an amount only one-quarter that of Hillary's, is in the bottom 25%. McCain is at the very bottom, having sworn them off completely. You know Hillary "I am as I say I am, not as I do …. look this way please". Educate yourself America, and see that this woman is all smoke and mirrors.

Amy, Kazoo   February 14th, 2008 10:25 am ET

that's a misinformed statement. She's been in and sent representatives to other states too. Maybe you're just not a supporter, that's fine. but don't spread misinformation. A single person can not be in every state all the time.

And as for marginalizing states, I can thank Obama for doing that to Michigan. He didn't feel the need to do it to Florida, but for some reason, the state that is hurting the most in this nation doesn't matter to him.

Bob on Earth   February 14th, 2008 10:25 am ET

"Ron, TX" wrote: …she decide(s) she wants to act like she thinks every state counts…

Yeah, but she did leave her name on the ballot in Michigan and Florida; which indicates that cared more about what the people in those states cared about instead of what the Democratic Party.

Gayron Taylor   February 14th, 2008 10:26 am ET

Ron, TX

Seems like to me you are worried about Hillary starting to compete with Obama? You brag about his small states wins but can you tell me if he will carry Idaho, Utah, etc. The answer is no. Obama is giving all these boring speeches and I predict that people will see through this smoke screen.

Curliss   February 14th, 2008 10:27 am ET

Obama hasn't won a state that matters…every state he has won, is traditional won by a republican in a general election. Hillary on the otherhand has won all states (where most people live) that matter. It says something…dont you think ? I hope we dont repeat a Al Gore vs Bush scenario…where we ended up putting in office a man with ZERO accomplishments. Hillary or McCain would be the most suitable choices as they have very many accomplishments on record. Anyone, with just a bit of common-sense can see this. I hope Obama supporters dig deeper into why they are supporting him…else we are in four another four long years with McCain.

BobW Rochester, NY   February 14th, 2008 10:27 am ET

Like Chelsea Clinton is representative of America's youth! In her daddy's words, give me a break. The last time I looked, the "youth vote" wasn't concerned with Hillary as they have been backing Obama in droves. California is history but Obama is the future.

Arin   February 14th, 2008 10:27 am ET

For those of you in Wisconsin, please remember on Day 1 after the Virginia/D.C./Maryland primary, Senator Clinton was in TEXAS, and not not in Wisconsin. As a matter of fact, Day 2, she is also in Texas. She is asking not what she can do for you, but what you can do for her. Even if you have pennies in your pocket, you are supposed to go out there in and earn the vote, the Wisconsin vote. I think that's what you deserve from a candidate.

Kelly   February 14th, 2008 10:27 am ET

In all honesty, she has a relative point. As much as Obama would like to believe so many Republicans will support him, he might achieve a few, but rather marginal. His arrogance is almost impressive. Do the Dems ever focus on Montana? Do the Republicans ever focus on NY? No. In this system, Hillary was thinking General Election. I agree,the rule of politics is only concentrate on winning the election in front of you, not long-term. And, by all accounts, bigger states do have a majority of voters, so to win a big state is a much more accomplishment than a small state. If Obama won all big states, there would be spin.

Steve   February 14th, 2008 10:27 am ET

To Ron,

Its called strategy and using what limited funds you have to get maximum effect. She isn't marginalizing, she is budgeting. She had to loan the campaign $5M. Obama has more money thus is able to do more. Its simple math.

Adam, IL   February 14th, 2008 10:30 am ET

Number of states won is irrelevant. The competition is in delegates.

Obama 2016!

Get real!   February 14th, 2008 10:31 am ET

Hillary never said these states "don't matter." She simply had to prioritize in placing her resources where they would garner the greatest return. THAT is what a prudent and successful executive does!

By the way, I think Obama has just liberated millions of people from preparing a credible resume when they apply for a job. We will no longer have to be specific about what we can bring to the company, or what our exact experience is. We can now simply state:
- I am the change you seek
- Yes, I can!

Hooray!

Eric   February 14th, 2008 10:32 am ET

Love how we talk about this but we don't ask Obama where he will be getting the money to pay for any of his plans. Talk about a tax and spend liberal.

Patrick Anthony Drake   February 14th, 2008 10:34 am ET

The American People deserve answers and not speeches that generate HOPE. WE THE PEOPLE, require a President who is not afraid to inform us of his or her plans to take our country to the mountains of peace and prosperity and leave these valleys of politics. Debate is challenge, and only the most courageous seeks out that challenge. Mrs. Clinton and Mr. Obama are two of my heroes, but only one seems to show enough courage to actually "turn the pages of history". WE THE PEOPLE, deserve more debates to help strengthen our votes so that we too may be "SUPER DELEGATES".

P.S.

GOOOOOOO CHELSEA!

Pat Durham   February 14th, 2008 10:34 am ET

It would be nice if all the "talk shows" and news media would let Hillary run her campaign. Obama never does are says anything wrong and Hillary can't open her mouth without being critically defeated. Lets look at the issues, not all the empty promises of change. What is the Obama change anyway.

smokey99   February 14th, 2008 10:34 am ET

It is not about the number of states. It is about the delegates in each state. They had a good map up yesterday showing that even if Obama wins every state he still would not have enough delegates to get the nom. Obama or Hillary would have to win Ohio, Texas and PA buy 80% to get the delegate count and that still might put one of them over the top.
This is going to be a long 3 weeks. The claws are coming out on both sides.

Barbara-California   February 14th, 2008 10:35 am ET

Maybe there should be some new campaign laws drafted that mandate the candidate themselves campaign in each state themselves, then there would be no doubt what the candidates purpose and ideals are all about.

Dedication/intelligence can not be a substitute by relatives, whether they be distant or close.

Let the campaigns show who really wants to dedicate their time running this busy country and who has the stamina and verve and purpose.

Sue, Michigan   February 14th, 2008 10:37 am ET

I think Chelsea is a great choice-she's smart, well-spoken like her mother, and a person who can meet youth on their terms.
Don't blame the Clinton campaign for marginalizing states-this contest has gone on for far too long, and the money isn't infinite. We really need to figure out a better way of electing a President. First off, these Senators are employed by us, and yet they have to find ways to be everywhere (on our buck) and continue to raise dollar after dollar. It's dumb in this media age to expect them to visit every small town in America. Much better would be a serious of debates on singular issues, which ONE primary date in June. If a candidate is chosen, then NO money wasted on a convention at all. Don't even start this process until Feb. of the election year. There are far too many issues ( can anyone say IMPEACHMENT?) in Washington that these people should have been attending to instead of running for another office for 18 months.
The problem is narrowing the field, which is another issue.

sw   February 14th, 2008 10:39 am ET

Great move, Howaii has a lot of Asian immigrants, adn they love Clintons.

Karen from Minnesota   February 14th, 2008 10:39 am ET

It's called strategy. Resources are not umlimited unless you're Obama. White men are supporting his candidacy in order to knock out Hillary. Then they will join the McCain camp. Already the polls show McCain beating them both in Florida. Only the electoral college really counts in the end!

Mervin   February 14th, 2008 10:40 am ET

Cnn if Obama was leading in the March4th polls,it would have been plastered all over your website..Quinnipac just came out with Ohio and Pennslyvania numbers where Hillary is leading in double digits and it is yet to be posted on your website…..How ironic…….If this news was about Obama,it would have been up as first story….Best regards..

Liam   February 14th, 2008 10:41 am ET

Hillary recently claimed that Red State wins should not mean much, since they will not vote for a Democrat in November.

Texas and Ohio are Red States, so why is Hillary now claiming that if she wins in those two Red States that would make her a winner in November.

Can you say Hillery Doublespeak, Boys and Girls?

Damian   February 14th, 2008 10:41 am ET

Chelsea you are a credit to your parents!
I'm glad that Hilary's camp has re-grouped,
and is now taking the campaign by the horns!

Andrew K   February 14th, 2008 10:42 am ET

Hawaii ROCKS! :D I love Hawaiians. They're very warm people in spirit, and they're totally going to vote for Barack, because he is too.

He's got the ALOHA approach.

But good luck Chelsea.

IA   February 14th, 2008 10:42 am ET

Sorry, but it's not about winning states! It's about winning delegates and we're headed straight for the nomination!

IT'S ABOUT SOLUTIONS……………..NOT PROMISES!!!

HILLARY CLINTON 08!

Uma from Silicon Valley, CA   February 14th, 2008 10:44 am ET

Oh… I thought small states does not count, according to Mark Penn?

Jaymes Spiekerman   February 14th, 2008 10:44 am ET

It's called readjusting!!! It has to be done to stay in the game and she knows what to do to make it happen!!! Smart Move on the Clinton campaign!!!

Hillblazers '08

AJ, IL   February 14th, 2008 10:45 am ET

Doesn't Chelsea have a newly recent six-figure salary job at a hedge fund! It must be nice to be at a job for less than a year and then take off two months to go campaigning for mom!

The Hillary campaign has been competing in each and every state but of course concentrated on the big states because they thought the nomination would be decided for Hillary on Feb. 5th!

Obama in '08!

NELSON   February 14th, 2008 10:45 am ET

For Hillary to have been so protective of her daughter through out her rearing, i guess when it comes to her own selfish ambitions she will pull out all the stops. So much for her privacy. The Media will have a field day with Chelsea at the cost of Hillary's ambitions.

LJO   February 14th, 2008 10:46 am ET

Chelsea,
fine young girl, beautiful, wonderful person
Hillary 08

pam Eugene OR   February 14th, 2008 10:47 am ET

Will she be allowed to speak and answer questions? Or, is she just there to give her mom's stump talk?

Jen, MI   February 14th, 2008 10:48 am ET

Every time Hillary decides to do something, it is scrutinized by everyone. Why doesn't this happen to the MIGHTY OBAMA>

hard time getting posts approved!   February 14th, 2008 10:49 am ET

Chelsea just needs to ask undecided voters of Obama supporters these questions:
1) What has Obama ever accomplished as a US senator
2) He claims he can unite people, but he is one of the most partisan senators in the senate. What proof is there that he can be independent and bipartisan?

Randy - Denver   February 14th, 2008 10:51 am ET

I wounder if, now that Chelsea is activily campaigning, is she open for the press to ask questions and dig into her past or is she still to be held inviolate?

Troy-Boston   February 14th, 2008 10:51 am ET

Go Chelsea go!!!

Hillary '08

FFD   February 14th, 2008 10:52 am ET

I think we should be more supportive of Senator Clinton and her campaign. She has had a unfairly difficult time in this election. She was fairly unknown at the beginning, had trouble raising funds early, did not have much institutional support, and is just begnning to understand what it means to develop national support from all states. Shouldnt we be more supportive and encouraging of the clear underdog as she struggles against the establishment candidate, Senator Obama?

Think - FL   February 14th, 2008 10:53 am ET

Yea, it's called being egotistical and getting caught off guard.

She expected Barack and whoever else she'd run against to be a pushover for the Clinton machine. They figured they could ignore the small, "unimportant" states and just focus on the larger, more populated states.

Scramble Hillary… scramble. There are hordes of ignorant follows vying to throw themselves under your bus.

Jacques Casimir   February 14th, 2008 10:53 am ET

Chelsea in Hawaii is kinda weak

The reality is Clinton thought this would be over by super tuesday and she never got people on the ground, Now she is scrambling to get people in puerto rico and other states

its a little late though.

Mike   February 14th, 2008 10:53 am ET

Hillary has the guts and will to get things done. She has done many tasks for the democratic party long before being a senator and Bill was president. She knows the job and what to do. She is tough and at the same time sympathetic to causes. She is the right person for the job.

Obama is a nice guy but is inexperienced. He even sought Hillary's advice at times and now he thinks he can supersede the teacher after only a few lessons? The fact is that the Clintons have done more for black people than Obama has and ever will. It is becoming clear that people are voting for a choice of color rather than experience and credentials. As much as I would love to see a black person in office, it still has to be a qualified person. Obama will never be able to make good on his promises and will let down everyone. Hillary is smart enough and tough enough to get it done.

It should be Hillary as president and in 8 years when she has served, I think it would be the right time to put Obama in absolutely. He will be seasoned and knowledgeable by then.

Alice   February 14th, 2008 10:54 am ET

Ron, TX:

Yup…and, if you recall, Hillary proposed the elimination of the Electoral College to benefit any candidate that appealed to major urban demographics. To hell with middle America,

Vic   February 14th, 2008 10:54 am ET

Political campaigners continually adjust their method of operations depending on day-to-day changes among the voting public. Along with Hillary's direction change among smaller states, we see Obama hiring one of former President Clinton's 1992 main campaign managers. This Obama new-hire told Larry King's audience last night that he would concentrate on the race between Obama and John McCain. Hmmmm.

Mike   February 14th, 2008 10:54 am ET

Hillary has the guts and will to get things done. She has done many tasks for the democratic party long before being a senator and Bill was president. She knows the job and what to do. She is tough and at the same time sympathetic to causes. She is the right person for the job.

Obama is a nice guy but is inexperienced. He even sought Hillary's advice at times and now he thinks he can supersede the teacher after only a few lessons? The fact is that the Clintons have done more for black people than Obama has and ever will. It is becoming clear that people are voting for a choice of color rather than experience and credentials. As much as I would love to see a black person in office, it still has to be a qualified person. Obama will never be able to make good on his promises and will let down everyone. Hillary is smart enough and tough enough to get it done.

It should be Hillary as president and in 8 years when she has served, I think it would be the right time to put Obama in absolutely. He will be seasoned and knowledgeable by then.

Ty in Dallas   February 14th, 2008 10:55 am ET

Hillary Clinton is not the candidate of inevitable for the Democrats. People need to break the mode of elitist rule. We have enough Bush-Clinton-Bush. We don't live in an era of aristocracy.

Obama 08′

Dem in Ohio   February 14th, 2008 10:56 am ET

I'm in Ohio waiting to vite for Hillary, whether CNN gives her any good press or not.

Hillary 08

Liz   February 14th, 2008 10:56 am ET

I wish I was in Hawaii to help promote Hillary…

Liam   February 14th, 2008 10:57 am ET

Hillery declares that Red State Victories for Senator Obama are meaningless.

Hillary declares Red State victories for her in Texas and Ohio will mean everything.

O8   February 14th, 2008 10:57 am ET

like I said, this is Billary Dynasty…………

No to Dynasty/Monarchy

YES TO DEMOCRACY NO TO DYNASTY

NO more Bush, Clinton, Bush, Clinton (Billary) Clinton (Chelsea)…

Now that Bill is not talking she will use Chelsea……I think it is very sad, but i can see in desperate times they will use whatever they can..
people in power can not take NO for an answer ….

joe   February 14th, 2008 10:58 am ET

No credit for Obama doing anything in tne past as a senator

no substance in his speech

how can democtats vote for this kind of unqulified candidate?

but I believe most of the Americans are smart enough to select a qualified president.

God bless American.

Kathy   February 14th, 2008 10:58 am ET

Too little, too late.

How does this woman who claims 35 years of experience take so long to "find her voice," take so long to realize "duh, small states matter too," and yet expects us to believe she has the judgment to lead on "day one"????

Can ANYONE point to ANY decision that Clinton has ever made that ended up being right????

A. Harrison   February 14th, 2008 10:59 am ET

She is on the move and she can't be stopped.

Hillary 2008 !
Obama 2016!

John, NC   February 14th, 2008 11:00 am ET

A good leader makes adjustments when things don't go well with Plan A. That's called LEADERSHIP, and that's why I like HILLARY. She's a DOER!

We're down,,, but NOT OUT. It's not over till it's over!!

Vote for SUBSTANCE!

Vote for HILLARY '08!!!

jaclyn   February 14th, 2008 11:02 am ET

If Chelsea is going to put herself in the public arena like this and give speeches, then she ought to answer questions instead of being treated with kid gloves. She is not a child anymore.

Ryan, New Jersey   February 14th, 2008 11:02 am ET

Point and Clap Chelsea!!! Yea, do it do it! You are the #1 fur trader voted at your college and a great governmental electoral vote broker! I love the Clintons. God bless America

Tara   February 14th, 2008 11:04 am ET

So far, I'd say this has been an amazing experience for Chelsea Clinton, but I'm guessing it will be a little "harder" to campaign for her mother in the fall, after she has to testify in Paul v. Clinton.

MMM   February 14th, 2008 11:04 am ET

Go Chelsea! Get as many votes for your Mom that you can! You and your Mom have carried yourselves with such dignity despite all of the negativity you've had to deal with. I can't wait to see your Mom sworn in as the next President of the United States! You are a wonderful roll model for my daughter and young women all over the world.

Vote for Hillary Clinton 2008

Enderlyn   February 14th, 2008 11:05 am ET

Eric, funny you should ask such a stupid question. First you say Obama hasn't got any plans, he gives you a brilliant one. Now you want to know where he would get his money from. This goes to show how biased your question is. Well I know what the answer is, same place Hillary's and McCain would come from. I hope you are satisfied. Otherwise pay more attention to details.

David   February 14th, 2008 11:08 am ET

yeah, I'd volunteer for that gig. Chelsea, please get a clue, though. this country has tired of the Bush/Clinton families/dynasties.

Definitely Hillary   February 14th, 2008 11:09 am ET

Yayyyy Chelsea!!!! Yayyyy Hillary!!!
In the end SUBSTANCE PREVAILS!!!

jb   February 14th, 2008 11:11 am ET

Oh my goofy people–Why shouldn't Chelsea campaign for her mother? Mitt Romney's children did for him and countless other people for their parents. Helping on the campaign should not make you game for rude ignorant comments from anti-Hillary people. This Obama campaign is anti-Hillary, not pro-Obama because Obama doesn't take a stand on anything - just rhetoric, rhetoric! I hope you dopes wake up and realize that experience is important and you should be voting "for" someone not "against" someone else!

ben   February 14th, 2008 11:12 am ET

Awaiting moderation
Half of you bloggers are so terribly uninformed.
The other half are egotistical nuts who like to see their words printed.
I fall into the latter catagory for writing this stuff in the first place.

moderate dem   February 14th, 2008 11:13 am ET

Hey Amy in Iowa. You can be sick of the Clinton dynasty, but don't say its because of Chelsea and Bill campaigning for Hillary, or is it ok for the Kennedy's and Oprah to campaign for Obama when he's no where to be found in that particular state. You are a hater and your reasons are baseless.

Nadeem   February 14th, 2008 11:16 am ET

Good move Hillary is waking up to the reality of America, not everyone lives in NY and California.

Obama you've woken up a sleeping giant. Be carefull and stay on your game the Clinton political dynasty is nothing to underestimate.

Diddy   February 14th, 2008 11:17 am ET

I think it's great but I really think this is hurting Hillary. People want to see the candidate, not their daughter or husband. Hillary is relying too much on the appeal of her family and that's why her lead has dissappeared. She claims to be tough, but she's already conceded races and not one vote has been cast. She fights only what she can win and that shows no character or integrity.

I want a president who when it gets tough they can stand, not send their spouse or children. Barack has been everywhere and he's doing it well, why can't Hillary. Even when he's lost he's taken it on the chin and moved on, she acts like we're still at Super tuesday and keeps mentioning CA and the Big states, all states matter….

GO OBAMA!!!!

Thomas   February 14th, 2008 11:18 am ET

HILLARY WE NEED YOU!!!

SOLUTIONS for America!

Tamara   February 14th, 2008 11:18 am ET

Hillary Clinton can once again make a comeback. They thought she was a goner before NH and she won going away. She still has a shot in Wisconsin and polls indicate that she is still ahead in Ohio, Texas and Rhode Island. If she can win those three, she will again be back in the drivers seat both in number of delegates and momentum. Go Hillary Go! Don't ever give up, keep on fighting! We stand with you!

Susie   February 14th, 2008 11:20 am ET

Substance! Yes, a Clinton vote is one for substance! Please let the electorate use their brains this year.

I have not heard full speeches by Chelsea but I will say that if anyone has a chance to hear Bill Clinton speak in person on in a live feed on CNN, do it. He's amazing. It's not rhetoric - it informative and inspiring. Obama's pep rallies are so shallow.

Dalmo de Souza Gomes   February 14th, 2008 11:23 am ET

I live at Brazil and I am support for Obama. The world need of news leaders. Usa need of news leaders. If we look the governess from USA and governess by world, we can to see what they are same old politics. They are always same families, group and people enjoying of the power to their own benefits. We need change! We need to believe at news generations!

Go Obama! We from Brazil are with you.
Go Obama!

SMD   February 14th, 2008 11:23 am ET

Obama 2016? What a joke. Hillary has lost in terms of pledged delegates and the popular vote. She is not adjusting, she is trying to stop the bleeding that can't be stopped. She blew her money and her arrogance said 'they know my name, I need not spend time in those states.' Her campaign has been a failure. How do you go from inevitable to hanging on by thread? By being out-organized, that's how. Why don't you say what you really think? Superdelegates will save the day –only not, because most of them will need to get re-elected. Chelsea is not impressive nor does she sway young people that much. Sure she hasn't gone out and gotten drunk like the Hilton sisters but really, who cares that she's a top ten grad? I am too, and I could care less if she thinks her mommy should win.

OKR   February 14th, 2008 11:24 am ET

I donated over $500 to this campaign because I worry about my children's future. Please print this letter and give it to Hillary staffer that will read and see if it is helpful.
———————
"Community Organizer for President"

He was a community organizer in an inner city Chicago. Then he wrote a book. Then he ran unopposed for the local state senate. Then he ran unopposed for a vacant Illinois state senate. And now he wants to be the president of the United States of America

The country is drifting from its historic path to an uncharted territory. Eight more years of experimentations and ill-conceived judgments even with good intentions could find our beloved United States unrecognizable and hard to correct. He said that he can not manage the nation but will hire good people.

In these times of the whole world is competing for our economy, jobs and livelihood it is very critical to methodically evaluate your choices and have the vision for future consequences. You must have the sound judgment and experience or we will find our selves in the richest third world country. With experience and competence come good judgment not just contents. But he will hire good people around him he said.

In the last few weeks the United States Navy had a close encounters with Russians fighter jets and Iranian navy boats in the Strait of Hormuz. One can restart the cold war with a nuclear nation and the other could stop the flow of most of the world’s petroleum that could send the world into an economic recession and ciaos. Do you want a community organizer that can hire good people to navigate this?

The president we elect have to decide between differing consultants. He or she has to make a decision that the future of our nation and our children depends on. We need a president who will make the correct choices and keep this country prosperous and free and great as it always been. Please don’t make us choose between an inexperienced community organizer and an opponent who supports the wrong war.

Lets take our country back and keep it the way it has always been, Great, Prosperous, Free, Strong and the beacon for freedom and democracy. I recommend you support Hillary Clinton now to lead the United States of America.

Thank You

suzy   February 14th, 2008 11:25 am ET

GO HILLARY!!!!!!!!!!!
GO TEXAS!!!!!!!!!!
GO HAWAII!!!!!!!!!!
GO WISCONSIN!!!!!!!!
GO OHIO!!!!!!!!!!!!
GO RHODE ISLAND!!!!!!!!
GO VERMONT!!!!!!!!!!!
GO PENNSYLVANIA!!!!!!!!!!
GO AMERICA!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
GO HILLARY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Tom St. Louis   February 14th, 2008 11:25 am ET

To Amy in Iowa,

Do you honestly believe Barack Obama has been to every single state himself? Can you prove that he has made appearances in every state and didn't just send his wife or Oprah to stump for him?

Prioritizing appearances based on time constraints is standard practice for every candidate. It's not like these candidates have three months to sit in everyone's living room, like they can in your state.

KW   February 14th, 2008 11:26 am ET

Hillary is currently leading in OHIO POLLS!!! Yes!!!!!!

Hillary is EXPERIENCE
Obama is TALK

Bev   February 14th, 2008 11:26 am ET

Chelsea has the right to campaign for her mother. But then Hillary and Chelsea have to be prepared to be scrutinized, commented on and critized by the public and the media. Hillary can not then threaten to not be at a debate because she doesn't like what the media said about Chelsea. Hillary can not have it both ways. The rules that apply to the other candidates and their families apply to her and her family. If you have her out there and you Hillary or she gets attacked for something you or she did or said, then don't cry about it.

suzy   February 14th, 2008 11:26 am ET

SOLUTIONS!!!!!!!! NOT PROMISES………
HILLARY FOR PRESIDENT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Prado   February 14th, 2008 11:27 am ET

It is about time we see some fair and positive reporting. Chelsea is a great surrogate for her mother. Don't forget family values. What better witness than that of an adult child who truly admires and supports her parent. Job well done, Hillary!

I support Hillary because she truly is the best candidate for the job of the presidency. It is that simple.

Charlotte   February 14th, 2008 11:27 am ET

Chelsea good luck, you can do it , yes you can. We must win. The future of this country is at stake.

Ken   February 14th, 2008 11:28 am ET

I keep seeing comments about Barrak not being specific and detailed in how he is going to do things………well you know what, neither has ANY of the other presidential hopefuls. He has not been more or less in specifics than any of the others. If you want those details they are found on each of the candidates web site. And yes even Obama has DETAILS, no more or less than the others.
As far as paying for these promised changes that each candidate is making…..well gee I suppose that would be us, the American tax payer. And that applies to ALL policies that they want to implement. Or I suppose you believe that Hillary is going to donate her check to bring about these changes…..

Bev   February 14th, 2008 11:30 am ET

Hillary cannot connect with the young people so she is haveing to use Chelsea. Chelsea has star power. That's the only reason she is using her. Chelsea is actually a bigger and better draw than either Hillary or Bill. If the other candidates had her they would use her too.

AJ   February 14th, 2008 11:30 am ET

"Hillary Clinton has been endorsed by Sen. Daniel K. Inouye of Hawaii"

Hey CNN, why no huge headline for this endorsement? Any time any old has been has endorsed Obama, there have been such headlines you would think he was being endorsed by Jesus.

Mike   February 14th, 2008 11:30 am ET

People,
We do not need anybody to tell us what we can. We need to know what he can and what she can.
Everybody knows business will be as usual and politics will be as usual after the election. Politicians will always be driven by votes and donations. Nobody will be able to change that. We need to know what he can and what she can under the "as usual" conditions. Any revolutionary promises are meaningless.

nygirl   February 14th, 2008 11:30 am ET

GO HILLARY!!
So glad to hear that the Clinton Campaign is re-energizing and continuing to fight! Again and again, this woman has shown how incredibly tough and devoted she is, proving that there is no one else better suited for the toughest job in the world. You go girl!

Tom St. Louis   February 14th, 2008 11:30 am ET

To Zein,

You've got an issue with Chelsea having breakfast with a superdelegate, but no complaints about Michelle Obama meeting with the same superdelegate?

Talk about a double standard…

Ty   February 14th, 2008 11:31 am ET

When a politician compromised her principal due to the political favoritism at the time is not a leader. She is merely a follower (remember why she voted for the WAR).

When a political campign adjusted its strategy, it is simply because she was defeated.

When a politician changes her plan from A to whatever, it is simply because she is lack of vision to begin with.

Carole   February 14th, 2008 11:32 am ET

I am sure Chelsea is well aware of how she will be treated by the media and by Obama supporters who can be very nasty. She has every right to campaign on behalf of her mother and owes no explanation to anyone!

As far as Hillary ignoring those other states - those states ignored "her" just like Ted Kennedy did by endorsing Obama. Hillary has been a public servant for a very long time for the Deocratic Party. Like she said, she is "True Blue". If she loses I hope she well remembers how she was pushed aside by some of the party

I sure hope you win Hillary - but if not - I will not be as loyal as you are to the Party. I will not case my vote for Obama for a ton of reasons.

HILLARY FOR PRESIDENT

Aaron   February 14th, 2008 11:32 am ET

Hillary for 8 years
Obama for the next 8.
Chelsea next to continue a line of great democrat presidents.

Stephen Thompson   February 14th, 2008 11:32 am ET

We will remain with Hillary till she becomes our next president. Period!

Quentin   February 14th, 2008 11:32 am ET

Hillary Clinton and her homebois and homegals have blown 140,000,000.00 in one month and now there desperate for more of your money. Just imagine what will happen if she's President. Talking about someone who doesnt know how to manage a campain so how can i trust her to lead this economy.

suzy   February 14th, 2008 11:34 am ET

I watched part of Obama's town Hall meeting in Racine WI yesterday, and I was shocked at how different he is in a small "up close and personal" venue like that.
He was rude and quite arrogant I thought.
Very disturbing for some of his supporters
He seemed so out of his element by not being on his speech platform.
He stumbled all over his words, and seemed lost for words some times.
President material? I think not.

David   February 14th, 2008 11:35 am ET

Obama-bots… That's good. That's what we'll call them. People who hear a 'good' speech with no subtance, and are put into a trance. LOL people need to understand Clinton has answers and solutions unlike Obama and his little robots.

Stop the Obama-bots!!!

Hillary '08!

Chris, Middletown, CT   February 14th, 2008 11:36 am ET

She left her 100K job (fresh out of college) to campaign….thats nice…as she is equally qualified to be president as her mother is….after all - they were both "there" - baffling that anyone would support Hillary….ever

Warren   February 14th, 2008 11:36 am ET

A little late. Jut like after living in Washington, DC as First lady and as a Senator, it was only last week, that she voiced her opinion that residents of Washington, DC should have the right to full representation. The people of DC were be no more impressed with the sincerity of the gesture than the people of the small "Insignificant states" will be. Anyway, I think Chelsea deserves time in Hawaii. She has every right to campaign for her mother without being maligned. Now if Hillary can just figure out a way to send Mark Penn and Bill to campaign in a monastery where there is a rule of silence.

MM in TX   February 14th, 2008 11:37 am ET

Go fellow cardinal!

I truly hope that the Obamabots who post on CNN are not representative of the majority of Obama supporters. You're a pretty wretched bunch.

I never thought that I would say this, but if Obama wins the nomination I would give serious thought to voting for McCain, specifically because the Obamabots are so full of hate. Sadly, they don't seem to follow the positive tone set by their own candidate.

Go Hillary!

gene   February 14th, 2008 11:38 am ET

When Chelsea is done in Hawaii she can come down to Texas. Obama is claiming that he has the nomination sewed up and Texas and Ohio voters don't count . What arrogance! I live in Texas and our votes are going to count. He did not just exclude Texas and Ohio and he thinks the votes in Wisconsin and Hawaii does not matter either and I guess that applies to Rhode Island and Vermont. Tuesday, with his election wins, is the first time he has been up in the delegate count and he declares victory. Read the WSJ article today. Their is about six or more different delegate counts. With a low of 25 and a high of 106. The 106 is the MSNBC and NBC counts and they are rabit anti Clinton. In the last two months they have had to issue two apoligizes to the Clinton women and suspended one of their reporters. CNN should do the same to Cafferty, He is the most biased with CNN.

Sí se puede.   February 14th, 2008 11:39 am ET

HAHAHAHA!

I love it. Take a nice vacation Chelsea! No one is voting for your mom down there little girl.

This is too funny! The clintons are so stupid, they are wasting time in a state they have no chance of winning or even of picking up delegates. HAHAHAH. I love it!

It's over Hillary supporters. Stop wasting your money. In fact, see if you can get your money back - stop payment on a check or do a chargeback on your credit card.

Mahalo Chelsea! HAHAHAH!

Peter Obama08!   February 14th, 2008 11:41 am ET

Hillary said earlier that those states that Obama won was not important to win the November election, and she call them activists. Why now she wants the activists vote?
It is about time she bow down to Obama as the next President. It as to be one person for each party and Obama has demostrated the he is the person the represent domocrats.

Chris Texas   February 14th, 2008 11:41 am ET

It's funny how the Obamabots criticize this move by the Clinton Campaign. Are your memories so short, you can't remember Oprah literally telling her (supposed loyal viewers) that they are not obligated to vote for Hillary and (should) vote for Obama?

Obamabots are nothing more than hypocrits.

Jay   February 14th, 2008 11:42 am ET

Hillary's 30+ years of political experience puts her over the top for me. Too bad the GOP doesn't have anyone with a lot of experience. Chelsea's love for her mother is admirable. She sets a very good example for our children. Love and respect your parents, that 's the way it should be. Apparently Hillary and Bill have been good parents.

JayinMN   February 14th, 2008 11:42 am ET

wow everyone is asking about the March 4th polls? well maybe unlike all the other news media CNN looked at the DATES on the polls

Feb 6-12? hmmmmm

lets see Obama didnt start his sweep it the Night of Feb 9th

meaning Feb 6th - Feb 9th all represent pre-momentum, post super tuesday polls,

Obama wasn't seen offically as the delegate leader untill the evening of the 12th AFTER these polls were done?

so are you guys really saying that at this point in time a poll that does NOT take into account Obama's new momentum is accurate?

ofcourse the hillary camp will ignore this fact because you know thats what they do,

ignore the insignificant little details right?

Andrea - Texas   February 14th, 2008 11:42 am ET

Senator Clinton has a lot of supporters in Texas, it isn't over yet.

I can appreciate that any politician would be offended by such a malicious comment towards their children. I would write the same if it was said to someone's kid on the Republican side. These politicians are only human.

Good Luck to you Chelsea. I admire your conscientious efforts supporting your mother.

IA   February 14th, 2008 11:43 am ET

Follow the Leader: Sen. Obama yesterday delivered what was billed as a "major economic address." But the only "new" ideas Sen. Obama discussed were ones that Hillary proposed months ago. Read more.

dave d   February 14th, 2008 11:44 am ET

Can't wait to see her on the beach in a bikini!

Ray - NJ   February 14th, 2008 11:44 am ET

So you Obama fans are worried about Chelsea taking off time from work to do this? What about Michelle Obama and her job? Besides, why does it matter? If the job that is paying her is letting her off then that's between them, not you noisy people. You are starting to reach for nothing. Scared Hillary is making a comeback???

JayinMN   February 14th, 2008 11:46 am ET

You know what i take that back

IGNORE the dates on the polls, that way everyone actually thinks Hillary is polling ahead right now, and if ANYTHING changes in the next poll

we get to see how the spin it, remember Hillary needs to win these days with 60% of the vote, she is at 57% in Ohio, what will they say when that number drops instead of going above 60%

and in texas once again where she needs to win by 20 points, she is up only 10 points by a poll weekend elections/delegate leads, so we will see what happens when they take another poll

Jim in FL   February 14th, 2008 11:46 am ET

Latest Rasmussen 2/14/08:

Democratic Presidential Nomination: Today’s results show Obama earning support from 49% of Likely Democratic Primary Voters while Clinton attracts 37%.

In General Election match-ups: Obama leads John McCain 46% to 42% while McCain leads Clinton 48% to 41%.

Adios !

francis   February 14th, 2008 11:51 am ET

Go Ms. Clinton - win this one for all of us!!!

The island state is Clinton country!

Ohio is Clinton country – it has always been and still is – maybe with the exception of Cleveland east, Columbus central east and parts of Akron.

Texas is Clinton country – with the exception of Austin, parts of Dallas and the refinery area along the northern coast.

Pennsylvania – Clinton countryside – with the exception of parts of Philadelphia, Pittsburg, and other small enclaves

Indiana – (88 delegates) all Clinton territory of conservative democrats – with the exception of the 1st congressional district around the city of Gary (Lake County – not Porter County) and pockets around Indianapolis

Kentucky – Clinton – except for Louisville and some other small pockets

Blake in Brooklyn   February 14th, 2008 11:51 am ET

Obama Smells like teen spirit!

Most of his contributions are from minors using their parent's credit cards or college students using their parents money. That is why he can raise money so fast because he gets it from Excelon and big business and then gets the kids on board. Too bad you can't text in your vote. Barack Obama is the American Idol candidate.

John in Columbus, OH   February 14th, 2008 11:51 am ET

Interesting. I just saw a poll (from some no name source) that had Hillary leading in Ohio by double-digits. You must be joking. Sounds like the Clinton spin machine is in desperate straits.

Almost everyone I know (and we are the demographic Hillary is supposedly going to win) is voting for Obama. And we are one of the bluest parts of the state.

Tony   February 14th, 2008 11:51 am ET

Obama is our best hope.

He is receiving support from new voters, Independents, and moderate Republicans; Hillary and Bill and Chelsea are not.

California and New York voted Democratic in the past two presidential elections, yet the country was lost both times to George W. Bush. It's the smaller states that were narrowly won by Bush that we need to be considering, and it is HERE that Obama, because of his ability to attract new support, is winning…. and winning BIG now.

And while I'd LOVE to see a woman as president, I don't think a co-presidency is a good way to begin, especially not with a man that lied to the nation while in office, was impeached by the House of Representatives, and divides his OWN party, let alone the country.

As a democrat, I will never support a return to the Bush/Clinton politics of the past and their squandered presidencies.

I hope Wisconsin and Hawaii use their position to send a strong message to the convention in Denver and to the world on Tuesday that Barack Obama should be our 44th president.

eddie   February 14th, 2008 11:52 am ET

I've met chelsea, she is so nice and very intelligent.
I will vote hillary over barack because even though barack is a nice guy, he is filled with promises with no details and a lack of a plan.
If the media attacks her, it's without premise, she is a good person.

Peter Obama08!   February 14th, 2008 11:53 am ET

OKR blog writer, please do not letdown yourself in any way. You can make a big difference in our country and so do Obama. If you think that the Clintons and the Bushes were born with golden spoon or Golden brain, think again. They are americans like you, if they can do it, Obama will do it better. We need change the country or do you wants to let george Bush to continue?, Because if the Clinton win they are the same old folks.

J.C.T.   February 14th, 2008 11:53 am ET

"NO BODY IS A PROFETH IN HIS LAND"

HAWAII..WILL BE WON BY HILLARY?

HAWAIIANS VOTERS REMEMBERS THE GOOD TIMES THEY HAVE IN ECONOMY ,WHILE HILLARY WAS IN THE WHITE HOUSE..

STADISTICS AND POLLS SHOWS THAT ASIANS VOTERS ARE PREFERING HILLARY CLINTON..

HAWAIIANS BELIEVE THAT BARACK OBAMA IS A SENATOR AND CITIZEN OF ILLINOIS!

Jim in FL   February 14th, 2008 11:54 am ET

To the above Hillary lemmings who say such as this:

"Obama hasn't won a state that matters…every state he has won, is traditional won by a republican in a general election. Hillary on the otherhand has won all states (where most people live) that matter."

Obama has won more popular votes btw. More importantly, the logic that blue states such as CA and NY matter (Hillary's column), while the likes of red VA, GA, SC, and LA do not, is indicative of poor public school education and no college ! Is the Democratic nominee in danger of losing the blue states if its anyone but Hillary ? LOL !!!!

You need the nominee who is strongest beyond the traditional party roots … duh !

Thursday   February 14th, 2008 11:55 am ET

"solutions"….this is her tagline, what are her solutions? I don't remember ever hearing her say excately what her solutions are.

Danny   February 14th, 2008 11:56 am ET

Remember Bill Clinton signed the Apology Resolution (US Public Law 103-150) to Native Hawaiians on November 23, 1993? I'm sure everyone agrees it was very emotional. Yesterday, the Australian Prime Minister apologises to Aborigines, their Natives in Australia. It's good to see the governments are stepping up to apologize for their past mistakes.

Honestly, I don't see Republican run governments ever will do that.

Elaine, Atlanta   February 14th, 2008 11:56 am ET

So what if she is campaigning for her mother. Kerry's daughters did the same, as well as Bush's kids. so why is the news???

WakeUpAmerica   February 14th, 2008 11:57 am ET

MSNBC — Would Obama be bad for business? "After all, Obama is hardly a shoo-in for the C-suite set: He's got a scant three-year record on the national stage, and he wants to roll back the Bush tax cuts that benefit many of the people running big American companies.

Plus, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce gives him the lowest rating of any of the three major contenders for the presidency, behind Sen. Hillary Clinton (D-N.Y.) and Sen. John McCain (R-Ariz.). "

Mike   February 14th, 2008 11:57 am ET

Prado- Did you actually just use Family Values and the Clintons in the same paragraph? I am astounded. Is this the kind of cluelessness that all Clinton supporters have? If so I fear for the democrats. That being said…..

I am an independent who has not made up his mind on who to vote for. All I hear about is Clintons experience and how Obama is just rhetoric. How Clinton is ready from day one and Obama needs more experince. My question is this….

What is Clintons experience? What has she done to warrant this label?

Everyone claims Obama is too general in his statements but yesterday he laid out his economic plan in one of his speeches. Has Hillary done this?

If one of her supporters can answer these questions I would greatly appreciate it. Because as it is now I am leading towards Obama.

Thank you all

democrat_2008   February 14th, 2008 11:57 am ET

Solutions folks … Not Promises

Jack, Waikiki Beach   February 14th, 2008 11:58 am ET

Hawaiian surfers for Chelsea!!!

AJ, IL   February 14th, 2008 11:59 am ET

Thank you OKR for the $500 donation to Hillary. Obama and his campaign can use this money in the general election campaigning.

Carol   February 14th, 2008 11:59 am ET

I think Wisconson primary voters having hardening of the arteries to their brains from all the cheese. Hillary Clinton 08

maynard   February 14th, 2008 12:00 pm ET

the apple didn.t fall far from the tree. how can somebody the daughter,

campain for her mother the same with ole loud mouth bill.Chelsea

is trying to woo the super delegates just like dear old mom is trying to

do. they will stop al nothing to win the seat… obama don,t even think

about asking the woman of many faces to be your running mate.

strange things will happen if you do..

Allison, NH   February 14th, 2008 12:00 pm ET

Ken - thank you. Tired of the misinformed Clinton backers spewing her tired old garbage about Obama not being specific, experienced, etc. Its swift boating at its finest!! GET INFORMED PEOPLE!!

Great - Chealsea on the trail. I'm so glad that the media finally gets the chance to ask HER questions. The veil the Clinton's have put on this woman is rediculous….she is a college educated adult and they've been treating her like a 12 year old! If they are going to stick her on the campaign trail, then the media now has every right to ask her some very pointed questions. No longer is Chelsea off limits.

Danny, Honolulu   February 14th, 2008 12:00 pm ET

Remember Bill Clinton signed the Apology Resolution (US Public Law 103-150) to Native Hawaiians on November 23, 1993? I'm sure everyone agrees it was very emotional. Yesterday, the Australian Prime Minister apologized to Aborigines, their Natives in Australia. It's good to see the governments are stepping up to apologize for their past mistakes.

Honestly, I don't see Republican run governments ever will do that.

Blaising   February 14th, 2008 12:01 pm ET

Lot's of musician's can play the piano, only a few are have enough vision to compose the music. Keep up the piano lessons Hillary.

Allison, NH   February 14th, 2008 12:02 pm ET

J.C.T - you mean, when Hillary was in the White House so distant from her husband's business that Bill-O was callus enough to cheat on his wife just floors from where the family slept. Oh yeah, Hillary had SOOOO much to do with the economy - right….It was all Hillary.

Get a clue!

Danny   February 14th, 2008 12:03 pm ET

Remember Bill Clinton signed the Apology Resolution (US Public Law 103-150) to Native Hawaiians on November 23, 1993? I'm sure everyone agrees it was very emotional. Yesterday, the Australian Prime Minister apologized to Aborigines, their Natives in Australia. It's good to see the governments are stepping up to apologize for their past mistakes.

Honestly, I don't see Republican run governments ever will do that.

VIRGINIA VOTER   February 14th, 2008 12:03 pm ET

When Obama has poeple stumping for him, Hillary supporters cry foul..

How immature!

Sí se puede.   February 14th, 2008 12:03 pm ET

HAHAHAHA!

I love it. Take a nice vacation Chelsea! No one is voting for your mom down there little girl.

This is too funny! The clintons are so stupid, they are wasting time in a state they have no chance of winning or even of picking up delegates. HAHAHAH. I love it!

It's over Hillary supporters. Stop wasting your money. In fact, see if you can get your money back - stop payment on a check or do a chargeback on your credit card.

Mahalo Chelsea! HAHAHAH!

Tears and Smears   February 14th, 2008 12:03 pm ET

Since the media is afraid to say it, wouldn't you regular folks like to have been given a do-nothing job right out of school that pays over six figures and THEN ALLOWS you to take a leave of absence and keeping your "job" available when you finaly get back to "work"?

Can someone also ask if Chelsea is going to be available to answer questions?

Can someone ask her why she NEVER served in the military, but her mommy and daddy as co-presidents sent troops around the world and mommy voted to authorize to send tropps to Iraq?

Nah, didn't think so.

AJ, IL   February 14th, 2008 12:04 pm ET

Don't fool yourselves Hillary supporters. Obama's has had ground support in Hawaii since late December 2007. In fact, actress Kelly Hu and some others have been in Hawaii over the past week or two talking to supporters and voters. A hottie like Kelly Hu (who is in the Obama Internet video YES WE CAN!) will have more attendance at her events than shy little Chelsea. Kelly Hu can express why she is excited about an Obama candidancy versus poor Chelsea just saying "please vote for my mom".

Obama in 08!

New Jersey   February 14th, 2008 12:07 pm ET

Clinton fans please. This thing is over. Her own camp acknowledges that she cant win even if she sweeps Texas, Ohio and Pennsylvania. They only want her to get close enough to cause a debate and possibly seat Michigan and Florida.

The rules were in place before the campaigning started. Now that HIllary is behind she wants to change the rules. She won Michigan 50 to 40. Do you people realize that she was in a 10 point race for Michigan with no other candidates on the ballot but herself. I'm sure some people chose her name because it was the only one they saw!

So for all the Clintonites, Go Texas!, Go Ohio!, Go Pennsylvania! and then GO HOME because you still wont have enough delegates to win.

andy   February 14th, 2008 12:08 pm ET

hillary is up 21 in ohio and double digits in pennsylvania, you never no she just might pull out hawaii. Hillary beats mccain in head to head matches in florida, pennsylvania and ohio. Obama loses in all of these head to head matches, Obama isn't fooling everyone. Check real clear politics for the polls.

States Obama Won   February 14th, 2008 12:08 pm ET

"Obama hasn't won a state that matters…every state he has won, is traditional won by a republican in a general election."

#1 This is completely false.
#2 For many states, like Virginia, he has a strong likelihood of winning the state from the republicans, because of his stong crossover/independent support.
#3 You could say the same thing about states traditionally won by democrats in the general election, since they'll vote "blue" regardless of the nominee.

Stop it, HRC supports, with the sour grapes already!

Mary-Lawrence, KS   February 14th, 2008 12:08 pm ET

To this date, Hillary Clinton has not been charged with any wrong-doing, just as Barack Obama has not with the Rezko Federal Case. Honestly, if people continue to believe that one person is perfect and the other is "corrupt", we could be in for some really bumpy roads over the next few weeks as the information about Rezko comes to light. Please read the information provided by the Chicago Sun Times before you burn Hillary at the cross….. she may not be innocent, but she certainly has not been convicted of anything. I can't imagine any politician having completely clean hands…. that would be naive.

Please vote for the person that best fits your ideology on the topics that are most important to you. Both candidates are very promising for the Democratic Party. Clinton 2008 & 2012 & Barack 2016 & 2020. See the big picture….. in 16 years the country could have a lot of the mistakes of the current administration corrected and many other programs implemented.

FOCUS PEOPLE….. Go Dems!

Peter from Paraguay   February 14th, 2008 12:08 pm ET

The world needs some one else then Clinton.
Billary Clinton is the same old.
The same old
Before voting for Clinton, let bush have a trid turm..
Clinton Smae Old Politics,

Danny   February 14th, 2008 12:09 pm ET

Hillary talks of experience. What kind of experience is she talking about? She has never been the President, so both her and Obama have the same experiences. If she banks on Bill its too bad. Bill was the President in the 90's . Long time ago. Time has changed and thats why we think that this time around its about new Leadership. Thats how Obama comes in.
How old was Kennedy when he became the President and how old was Bill when he became President. Please Billary and McCain should go home. 60+ Candidates should have retired from active Presidential races

Obama 08

Nicosia, Petersburg,Va   February 14th, 2008 12:09 pm ET

will these before or after he date with the 21 year old Superdelegate who has said that Chelsea is the other reason he is voting for Hillary….

JC, Hot Springs, Arkansas   February 14th, 2008 12:11 pm ET

Let's remember that in the November election, Hilllary Clinton only needs to win all of the states that either Al Gore won in 2000 or John Kerry won in 2004, plus Arkansas, where she lived for 18 years. She'll win it. Can Barack?

Sam   February 14th, 2008 12:12 pm ET

According to 'Clinton Logic' if Hillary wins in 2008 and 2012 then Chelsea will have a total of 16 years of political experience … making her the most qualified choice for the presidency in 2016.

Go Chelsea 2016!!!!

Duuh And I vote!   February 14th, 2008 12:12 pm ET

hey i just saw a new poll where barack Obama has cut Hillary Clintons lead in texas by 5 points why is this not spread as new on the Clinton news Network? Why do they only publish things that say Hillary leads in Texas, such a biased outlet maybe I should do the research myself.. no that would be too much trouble spoonfeed me media I am too stupid to look things up myself@!

MD   February 14th, 2008 12:13 pm ET

Obomabots

LOL - oh Adam that is one of the funniest things I've read today

HILLARY = BAD JUDGEMENT   February 14th, 2008 12:13 pm ET

Chelsea while you are there, please state that we know from Hillary’s experience that she voted WITH Bush on:
a) Vote on Iraq war
b) Vote on Iran war
c) Vote on Bankruptcy Bill
d) ALL THE ABOVE

Also on her,
Campaign FINANCE problems. – If she can’t handle her own financial problems would you let her handle America’s?
Universal Health Care – she wasn’t able to deliver in the ‘90s so now its going to be different

Hillary has shown BAD JUDGEMENT on ALL the IMPORTANT ISSUES

c   February 14th, 2008 12:14 pm ET

"My mom is kewl so vote for her." I don't think so. Sit down somewhere.

Chris   February 14th, 2008 12:14 pm ET

Bob from Earth wrote, "Yeah, but she did leave her name on the ballot in Michigan and Florida; which indicates that cared more about what the people in those states cared about instead of what the Democratic Party."

Actually, it's more likely that she left her name on the ballot in case things turned out exactly like they have. She is attempting to make those places safety valves for her campaign - so that she can argue that she won states where all the candidates agreed not to campaign. Both Edwards and Obama did not even appear on the Michigan ballot. How many people chose not to vote after learning their delegates would not count? If those delegates are to be seated, the fairest thing to do would be to hold a new primary in both states. This would be fair to both the voters as well as candidates like Obama and Edwards, who Clinton now seeks to punish for playing by the rules. How fair is that?

Chris M   February 14th, 2008 12:15 pm ET

I found it amusing that Obama always manages to come up with policies or so-called new plans only after Hillary declared hers and his are so much like Hillary's. Tell me why do I want to elect him as the president if he can't even make his own plans.

Karen   February 14th, 2008 12:16 pm ET

IJB, t's people like you devisive Obama Cult Members that make me sick, now as bad is this economy is and as many problems as we have out here why in the world would anyone investigate why Chelsea is taking time off from work, have you ever heard of a leave of absence, or maybe vacation leave, grow up, you probably don't have a job probably some college student still being supported by mommy and daddy, go ask your parents why she is able to take off from work since they are the onces that are out here busting their butts and not you. ignorance is bliss!!

Ann   February 14th, 2008 12:17 pm ET

It´s completely normal if a child is supporting his mother.

BUT REMEMBER: Chelsea is currently employed at the hedge funds "Avenue Capital" at Wall Street with an estimated salary of serveral hundred thousand Dollar per year (for those who dont believe google "Chelsea Clinton Avenue"). Therefore Chelsea should also be considered as a true lobbyist.

And is it really a good idea to give hedge funds direct access to the President or does anyone expect more control of one of the worst form of companies in the free economy.

Give me a break …

eadib   February 14th, 2008 12:18 pm ET

Go Hillary go
Hey American people, It is time to have the real change and let a Woman be the chief commander! USA will be better off with a lady in charge! a lady who was behind the scene when Bil Clinton was President and a lot of great decision were taken with her advice to him!
Vote for Hillary

Lady   February 14th, 2008 12:18 pm ET

I thought Hillary said small states don't matter?

Ruth   February 14th, 2008 12:18 pm ET

To OKR - What an informative analysis of facts! I hope the Clinton campaign takes a good look at it.

Sen. Obama's economic plan is a plagiarized version of Hillary's . I see him as someone who delivers spine-tingling oratories drafted by his speech writers. By the way, experience is a major part of a resume especially for a job to lead the most powerful country in the world.

Chelsea, you are an excellent role model! Your parents raised you well. Go and get Hawaii!

Jessie   February 14th, 2008 12:19 pm ET

GO Hillary! We Support you!

Obama supporter   February 14th, 2008 12:19 pm ET

Did she just show up unannounced in Hawaii like she did here are my school in Milwaukee?
Seriously, people were stumbling into her like, hey wait a minute… you're Chelsea Clinton, nice to meet you!
Great campaign tactic Hillary, good job.

Sue   February 14th, 2008 12:21 pm ET

Why doesn't CNN ever report on what Michelle Obama is up to. I was shocked at her comment when she was asked if she would support Hillary Clinton if her husband wasn't the Democratic nominee. She made a face and said she would have to think about it. If Bill or Chelsea Clinton had said that CNN would have made it a major news story and blasted them.

The double standard at CNN is deplorable. If you want to see fair and balanced coverage, you will not see it at CNN. They are supposed to be providing information that voters need to make an intelligent decision on who to vote for, not deliver the news in such a way as to make it quite evident to anyone with half a brain, that they support Obama.

GO HILLARY 2008

J from DAHOUSE   February 14th, 2008 12:21 pm ET

First, in foremost why is everyone hating on Chelsea. She wasn't said one negative thing throughout the campaign. Also, I think that the children of candiates no matter what there age should be off limits unless they criticize another candiate. I do agree that Clinton did not plan on needing the smaller states and she should have fought for them more. I think that she has ran a horrible campaign and I blame her advisors. They are poorly organized and unfocused. Hillary is a strong candiate and should be doing much better. Also, I think she shou