Its interesting watching things from the outside in, can any one not see the leadership in Obama.

Inspiring people to move & get things done is no small talent .

Mind you that Hillary looks stunning for a 60 year old.

Just a thought:

Edwards is clearly for the people who are poor and need financial help and uplifting. Edwards and Clinton have met and discussed about his endorsement. Edwards is still waiting for the meeting with Obama. The longer the delay endorsement decision from Edwards the more volume it speaks for Clinton that she is NOT the candidate for the poor. If Clinton is the candidate for the poor why would Edwards continue to wait for the meeting with Obama. Hence, Obama 's policy and his candidacy is the real agenda for fighting for the poor.

It seems the media is the only ones making this a race issue. Why did they need to bring up the race of those thinking of changing their votes?

Black superdelegates are changing their support? What if the next news is whites changing their party if Obama gets nomination?

It looks like Hillary wants to win at any costs. By Superdelegates. By reinstalling Florida or even Michigan delegates. By putting dump on Obama. By a 5 million dotating from herself (or Bill?). By firing campaign-staff … to be continued. Wow, VOTE HILLARY???

This article has a horrible title.. CNN stop trying to make this a racial issue. Supporters are switching because they feel Obama is a better candidate. When non-black superdelegates switch sides, I expect CNN to make reports called, "White superdelegates are switching sides".. come on CNN….

OBAMA 08!

to the moderators

I made 2 prior comments. Why is the 3rd comment the only one showing as "awaiting moderation"?

Whitemale

You make a lot of good points, which is surprising (to me anyway) coming from an Edwards supporter. I don't buy into the R or D next to their name per se, but I do believe the Dems need to seriously reconsider their foreign policy positions and how they pay for things.

Both parties need to rethink who elects them and, more importantly, voters and bloggers need to rethink the idea of inclusion. There seems to be a self-immolation mindset on both sides if a particular constituency doesn't get its way.

These so-called leaders in the Demcratic party are so short -sighted.
Oh if Obama wins a constituent, then a superdelegate must follow the wishes of the people of this constituency, some of them are claiming. Now Ted Kennedy and Kerry must vote for Clinton.

I do understanding that everyone has the right to go for who that would like to see as the next president; however most people in the united states is going for the reason. If the americans would do research on the person that they are endorsing as well voting for they will then realize why they are going for the wrong person. Hillary Clinton is the person that I will be voting for in the November 2008 election. I have done the research, its now your turn to do the same!!!!! Remember we need change, Hillary is ready is Obama?

Hillary Clinton '08!!! FOR PRESIDENT!!!!

P.S. This all election time has become a real joke. It doesnt matter on there gender or color!!!! What matters is if they can do the job. And yes Hillary can do the job can Obama?

Sounds more like "rats off a sinking ship!"

At least Chelsea gets an all-expense paid "vacation" in Hawaii - courtesy of the Clinton campaign!

The only part people got right about American Democracy is that it isn't a Democracy.

It's a DEMOCRATIC REPUBLIC.

Learn to read the US Constitution and the history of the world's Republic states.

Bottomline: If you are Black and call all Blacks to vote Obama, then expect that All Non-black Women to vote Hillary.

We already know most MEN of any color just couldn't bare to have their manhood kept in check with a Phagina running the White House.

Use your Brain. It's supposd to have Reason which is Gender/Race Neutral.

Call it intuition, call it gut feelings, call it whatever you want to call it, but the thought of Hillary in office makes me want to vomit. As a woman, I would love to see a woman in office, but I'm not willing to vote for her just because she is a woman. In fact, I'll take Michelle Obama over Hillary! While many here denounce Obama's substance, they fail to recognize the shallowness of Hillary. When she say's she wakes up every day thinking about who she can help today, I just shake my head and wonder who it is that she's having trouble finding that needs help! There's a nation of people living below the poverty level, there's a nation of children growing up illiterate, there's a nation of people worrying about whether or not their job will remain in the US or be moved outside the country anytime soon, and there's a nation of mentally ill that are walking our streets without anyone caring whether they live or die. So who is it exactly that she's concerned about? While Obama may not have all the answers 'yet', the one thing I truly believe is that he 'really' cares. The Clinton clan just wants to be front page and their time is OVER!!

Oh yeah, and Superdelagates should definitely mirror their constituency!

all of you who support hillary, tell me what she have done? A fail health care for eight years, live in the White house for eight years trying to control mr clinton from his bad habits , travel around the world having dinner with world leaders , Give few children health care to erase the notion that she and bill clinton did not fight harder to give universal health care because they had their part of many scandal in the white house. As a senator, voted for NAFTA that took most of the jobs away to China, voted for three wars ,afganistan which was supported by the people and their congress, Irag which was wrong, Iran republican guard as terrorist group. I tell you all she got experince but poor judgement, and her judgement lack experince. do the math

If Barrack Obama has brougt about so much change and done so many great .great things Why is it that nobody heard much of him until Oprah Winfrey got involved. She is from Chicago and so is Obama so it's no big scoop that he won Illinois. The black people who were for Hillary before Oprah stuck her nose in the situation should be ashamed of themselves for switching to Obama just because he is black. This is reverse discrimation. Maybe if he gets in he will build a plush school for a few girls like Oprah did in Africa instead of helping a lot of poor people by building a modest school that could help a lot of people. If he gets in look out poor black people. He will drop you like a hot potato. Why doesn't Obama want to debate the issues?. Is he afraid it will bring out what a liar he is and that he doesn't really have a good handle on the issues and have a good plan for good change.? Change is not always good just for the sake change. Fix the things that need fixed but, if something isn't broken don't fix it. LMR

Her base is bailing. Her delegates are bailing. Time to sink or swim.

Right now,the only MAN who can truly make the change we belive in is BARAK OBAMA…….he's the change we need…………

ok. CNN, let me see you re' fair. You always shut off my comment. Let me ask everybody, if one superdelegate change from Obama to Clinton, will that become a headline. All the thing I know is Obama is media favor. He s' in promising bussiness. Is that fair for Hillary? I'm scaring right now guys, I'm scaring Obama media favor. It s' such a lie.

Barack Obama is the candidate to beat McCain.

Hillary needs to step down. The Clinton's had their eight years.

It's now time to turn a new page and go forward with Barack Obama.

YES WE CAN!

I am surprised that voters are talking about "rules."

Since when does the DNC make the rules that can disenfranchise voters.

I stupidly thought the voters picked the president.

In this race, it is EVEN. Neither candidate will get the needed votes to win. The media had turned this into a Circus. After IOWA, CNN was calling it the end of the road for Clinton….Obama was leading by double digits in New Hampshire…Clinton led Super Tuesday (MANY MORE DELEGATES THAN THE LAST 8 states, by the way) Obama has 42 delegates more right now.

We still have more states and voters to go. But even if Hillary wins the rest of the states, she won't have enough delegates. Even if Obama wins the rest of the states…he won't have enough delegates.

The true Democratic solution would be Most delegates President, 42 behind…Vice President.

Instead…are twisting, power promising is going on for Cabinet positions, etc. for the Super Delegates.

The Spin–I am changing my vote because of the vote in my state. The possible truth (How would you like to be Secretary of Defense)

For all who think the Clintons were so fantastic in 90s can I remind you all that it was on Clinton's watch that we saw the incredible rise of Rush Limbaugh, Newt Gingrich and his "Contract with America", as well an incredible rise in conservatism in general. The Clinton years made the Bush years possible and believe you me there is nothing the conservative movement wants more than to see HIllary as the Democratic nominee.

Now I will admit that I have been an Obama supporter from the time I watched him make his announcement to run for president, my biggest fear is that we'll let this moment go, that our time for real change will slip past and worse case scenario we end up with McCain in the White House.

Now i would hope that if Hillary is to secure the nomination that we as Obama supporters will be willing to rally behind her as we rallied behind Obama, but sadly I will say I won't be able to do it with the same ferver I have with Obama. Perhaps the voters in Texas and Ohio will see what 23 of the first 34 states have seen and give Obama the nod.

I'm 34 years old and in my time as a legal voter I've never seen a ticket where a Bush or Clinton weren't on there.

Ike, your comment is the opposite of freedom. Freedom of choice. Freedom to change your mind. Maybe you should look up the actual rules instead of making up you own. The superdelegates are not bound by any canidate. Period!

I suggest Clinton supporters e-mail these representatives. Their addresses can be found on the internet. This election isn't about race!

When did delegates have a color. We didn't say a bunch of white delegates are supporting Barack…So now why do we have to say Black super delegates…..Cnn please let us know when asain delegates and latino delegates and native american delegates support either candidate..
…..so racist.

This is exciting, isn't it?

"Jesse Jackson Jr is making veiled threats at black elected officials who support Hillary that they will be challenged in the next election if they don't switch. "

Welcome to politics!!!! This is nothing new. The Clintons "twisted" many of the super delegates arms to get their support early on in the first place.
If these black politicians,that count and depend on the black vote go down with the Clinotn ship. They KNOW they need not expect the same :level" of support from the black voters,
That's straight talk!

People dont worry, we are all going on to a diferent places next, year, you see amargedon is coming

Senator Obama is no Robert Kennedy.

Senator Obama is no Jack Kennedy.

Senator Obama is no Martin Luther King.

And yes, Senator Obama does not walk on water, and is not the second coming.

This cult of personality is not only undeserved (there is no record to compare to Senator Clinton's because there is no there there), it is also frightening.

Republicans elected George Bush "because they liked him", and he is the worst President in history.

Can we afford that again?

This is degenerating into a racial contest. I think the Blacks have forgotten the Clinton support for their causes and are throwing their lot with a person who just shares their color. Obama does not talk on specific issues and only keeps chanting 'change'… dont know what that means.

i seriously think people should vote based on who they feel would make the best president and not based on race or gender. i would say that everyone should listen closely the candidates and what they stand for

The question is" Are we being bamboozled?" . O is not a fresh of breath air, he is using Cesar Chavez's slogan " Si Se Puede" aka" Yes we can". Wake up people, think for yourself, don't let others think for you or deceive you.

My mother was only 43 when she died from cancer, and I am very offended by Obama's obvious effort to use his mother's death to garner votes and promote his National Healthcare plan

Why are you offended???? It's HIS mother he is talking about! His mother has nothing to do with YOUR mother! You have issues,but they have nothing to do with Obama using a personal experience to highlight why he is dedicated to reform healthcare! Again I ask…WHAT does that have to do with you?????
Sheesh!!!!

(None of my comments have made it through the moderators. Hopefully this one will)

These superdelegates aren't supporting Barack because he's black. They're supporting him because he's winning. Do you think they would've left Hillary if she was still ahead? It doesn't matter whether they're black or white, male or female…they want to be in the winner's circle. How can you not see that? Making this about race is simply ignorance.

If all super delegates follow this trend Obama wins. This is because he has won 23 states to Clintons 11. If all the super dels vote with their state you know what that means. Can you say President Obama?

People keep saying Obama is not specific you need to look at his website and do the research. The information is there you are not going to find it on sound bites created for ratings. By the way his website is BarakObama.com

wow –that is sweet — Hillary is not electable and they are all realizing the facts. If Hillary is nominated , we will lose the INDEPENDENT and same Obamicans as well and that means will lose the white house.

i support Obama because I've met him and i know people that have worked with him. He is a genuinely good human being. I hope that he gets in the white house, reveals the true history of our government, ends up babbling and insane in a mental institution. He is a good man ans a good man probably cannot handle the ugliness that is buried in that place. But it's time somebody lifts up that rug and it surely will not be Hillary clinton, she's got bodies buried under there…

CAN U SAY NO GREG

Carefree in CA February 15th, 2008 1:15 am ET
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This democratic political race has woken-up the American people from their "consumerism coma," finally. Now that we are all awake we will do the right voting thing on the upcoming Tuesdays, Feb 19 and Mar 4. Politicians of America you have been notified, we the people are awake and thinking, choosing what is truly right for this great country. Business as usual, politics as usual will not do … and so the right change is taking place all over this great nation. Thank you American citizens for I am completely proud of you right now! Keep up the great work, the great participation in our constitutional right.

"Americans" for Obama 08 Unite - we vote together.

Wow ..great job Jesse Jackson Jr,you are so great race player…but…AMERICAN PEOPLE are smart…

WAKE UP AMERICA…

CLINTON–EDWARDS 08

That's why It will be hard for OBAMA to contest the Republicans if he ever gets the nominee because his supporters are all Flip-Flopping
and these democratic superdelegates have no sense of loyalty. That's what these democratic flip floppers are telling the world and the american people, Democrats have no sense of loyalty! We will see then when Sen. Clinton gets the nominee, we will see another flip flop of support for her.

Mark… Why are women sell-outs if they vote for OBAMA? They would be sell-outs if they only voted for someone based on their gender.

Your ignorance is ASTOUNDING!

Of course the superdelegates changing their vote are african american. And this election isn't about race?

A vote for the Democrats is a vote for Communism. Americans! Stop deluding yourselves by listening to wishy washy liberal "I'll deliver you the moon" type of empty promises. Vote Republican in November 2008!!!

Oh common CNN. Your getting too boring by being too obvious in your support for Obama. I am not suprised. Maybe next time, you can also publish a ticker that the whole of Africa is supporting for Obama.

How long does it take for a comment to be in moderation. For crying out loud.

It's obviously ALL about race. That's why they are switching, or being pressured by Jesse Jackson Jr. to switch to the black candidate.
And what would happen if Obama gets behind and whites start to
switch from him? They will be called racists!!
Someone above asked if there was anyone else who'll go for McCain and not vote for Obama. My husband and me. Obama is wrong for our country.
Now, will CNN print this since it's AGAINST Obama???

Quite frankly, what I think should happen is: If both Obama and Hillary really care about America and both keep preaching change, then I say come together for this “Change” and rise above the challenge and secure “Change” and take back the White House as a “Super Ticket” You know “United we stand, divided we fall”…..or has that changed?????

This isn't suprising at all. In the end Lewis needs to secure his place in a possible Obama administration that will sadly never happen. I am not too sure why the media continues to cover this frivolous endorsement. Why doesn't the media focus on more important issues. For example, Senator Obama's attempt to rip-off Senator Clinton's economic plan.

These politicians are cowards. They didn't think Obama would win so they didn't support him. Now that he has a real chance of victory they are switching their votes and endorsements. It is time for the democrats to seriously rethink the need for superdelegates PERIOD.

Andre

i actually read all the blogs.

Does anyone know when and how these 'SUPER' delegates came to be??? Im an independent voter and have always voted for the lesser of two evils after weighing what little truth I could squeeze from political turnips. As always none of them totally fit the bill that would mean real progress in washington. If I could morph the best traits in all nominees from all parties we would still find something to complain about.

This is the race card coming into play. This cannot be denied.
Be careful, you are drawing the race line and this is not good for the American people black, white, Latino, Asian, or any other ethnicity or background of diversity.
Besides, your votes only go so far. You will not be role models.

I been reading a lot of these comments and wonder if any of us have a clue. The rich along with their Media and their so called republican sheep lead us all in a circle. Look at the democratic party right now. On the verge of giving their nomination to a man with no experience and not a chance of winning the general election. We are fools if we can't see the rich are behind this. The rich know Hillary would be a pain in their side and cost them billions of dollars. The Military Industrial Complex headed by our current V.P. has picked McCain to be our next president and that is that unless we democrats wake up and run Hillary this Fall. Obama can't win and they know this. Wake up Dems!!!!

CNN whats with the Title there are more white people jumping out of the Clinton camp in your story then black but yet you made the title like it was just black people therefore making it a race issue. Yes i know race baiting is good for ratings but…. America is tired of it. Now excuse me your 50th special on race in politics or race and gender in politics is about to go on and i really need to vomit.

You people here have no clue. One thing you do not know Obama's stand on a lot of issues. If you vote for him just because he is Black like you, get ready to lose in November. You will see the largest democrats voting for McCain as all Whites leave in fear. He only got elected because of the color of his skin. He needs more than that to run this country and so far has not showed it at all. He is just a lot of hot air so far. People please think before you vote for hot air. This is important.

Do I think he deserves a shot at maybe VP yes. But he can not win in November. Polls change overnight and we have a long way to go till then.

I like Hillary.. but she is polarizing. You love her or hate her.

We need to move beyond the polarizing politics of yesteryear and return to moderate cooperation. United we can.

What about the white ones leaving also. Don't make this a white and black thing.

What a joke. Yay, democrats- thank god for your stupidity and self-destruction. Half way to another loss. You watch - the old man and the preacher will be in the white house in no time.

Obama has more money than Hillary, he can do whatever he want, Yes we can, do you want money

All I heard from this guy is: "It's time for change". May be it is a change for the US graveyard, the way Obama talk and thinking. The color does not make a US president. It's the knownledge, experience, and realistic thinking. Don't be fool folks! And I am very sicked by the media, especially CNN like Lou…etc…

If Obama is my choice I wll not vote!!! It seems these politicians are putting race as an issue and that is not what I feel America is all about. Once they commit they should stand by their decision!!

Politics of old are starting to play out in this race for instance look at how Hillary is willing to lobby the Democratic National Party for the inclusion of Michigan and Florida delegates. It does not surprise me that her campaign staff has the dreaded 3 D's dismay, disdain, and defeat. This country is in fiscal ruins partly because of Bill Clintons NAFTA agenda, which allowed tax breaks to corporations for opening up trade alliances with foreign governments, corporations sent millions of American jobs over seas as a Thank you to Bill and Hillary Clinton. Hillary now wants us to believe that she is willing to repeal NAFTA, what a joke! Hillary has tried before to move her Universal Health care agenda, she did not have the resolve to see her vision come true, it is time for a new vision and someone who can unite congress so that critical social reform can take place. Barack Obama for President of the United States. Concern voter from Riverdale Ga.

Clintons' supporters again try to cast this as ratial issue. It's not. And actually many more superdelegates should change their support to get in line with the voters. Don't the Clintons' supporters think it's outrageous that the current stete of superdelegates' support is against the support of the very same people that ellected them. It's time to unite the party and the superdelegates if not helping should not mess with the process. And by the way, the Clintons and their superdelegates stink like skunks.

Obama and Ron Paul for serious change in '08. Charity begins at home; we must first address the problems in our own country, before we can venture out to help other nations.

I am getting very uncomfortable with the racial defection of super deligates from Hillary to Barack Obama. I think they are jumping ship prematurely; but I guess one excuse is as good as another. Many white people in this country are voting for Barack Obama because he is a candidate that appeals to them. Hillary Clinton has served our country well, for all Americans and equally. I voted for Bill Clinton and given the opportunity I will vote for Hillary Clinton. I have made my choice based on her experience and the challenges facing the next president. My choice is without bias. I see Barack Obama as inspirational and not ready to lead.

Hang on fellow dems, even if obam wins every state 55-45 or hillary wins 60-40, this will be decided by superdeligates no matter what, unless hillary or obam win by 25% or better in every state. This is going to destroy the democratic party, and maccain who all of a sudden is getting rivals as endorsements and conservatives are jumping on board for him. I have a feeling we are going to stay in iraq for 100 years

It's very tragic if the superdelegates vote just because the want an African American president or the first woman ever elected to be in office, be the deciding factor of their endorsement. Hilary and Barack both said that this campaign should NOT BE about gender or race, but about what they believe who would best lead this country. I think the superdelegates have forgotten that.

It's very tragic if the superdelegates vote just because the want an African American president or the first woman ever elected to be in office, be the deciding factor of their endorsement. Hilary and Barack both said that this campaign should NOT BE about gender or race, but about what they believe who would best lead this country. I think the power hungry superdelegates have forgotten that.

This internal fighting and turmoil will tear the Democratic Party apart. I was excited at the start of the presidential election, thinking that the Democratic Party would have a good chance to take the White House 2008. The bickering and hate within the Democratic Party have left a bad taste — despite what Obama and Hilary said about coming together after the nomination, the damage has been done. Half of the Democratic Party won't be happy and like me will have no incentive to vote in the general election. This superdelegate switch apparently based on race or whoever appears to be the winner just show how spineless the Democrats are. The Republicans at least rally around their party. Very depressing!

Bruno… Strictly speaking, you're correct. The United States of America is a Republic, wherein we elect people to represent us in the affairs of our government. It's a subtle, but important distinction, and it's why a number of the superdelegates, especially those who serve (in theory) their constituents, feel they should vote according to the will of the people.

I know it's been a long time since anyone has given much more than lip service to the ideal of serving the people, and may shock some, but I believe it's a sign of the changing times.

This isn't 1960, or 1980, or even 1992… This is 2008, and the politics of the last 50 years are not relevant for today's United States.

Ultimately, each superdelegate has to vote their conscience, and none of them are required to stay pledged to a particular candidate. What they do at the Democratic National Convention is what matters, not what they say last month, today, or next week.

I also wonder if they know how many white superdelegates, or even whites in general, switched their allegiance from Clinton to Obama. Of course as far as the general public is concerned it's a non-issue. Because as well all know only whites vote on the issues while all the minorities do is vote based on race /endsarcasm.

Holy bandwagon.

Oh well. I am voting for Mc Cain anyways. I am encouraging every Clinton supporter to do so.

We the people of the united states will NEVER allow an media invention to be hyped into the white house.

I have been convinced today more than ever that if Obama wins I cannot support him as a latino because of this race playing going on. It is a sad day for the democratic party.

Hello all! I really have nothing to add except this to the Clinton and Obama camps: Keep up the great work! I never dreamed we'd have a chance of winning the White House, but you and your self-destructive ways are making it happen. Kudos!!!

hello . wait,,, hello wait

The superdelegates should vote for the candidate that there district chose. Simple as that. Kennedy should cast his for Hillary and John Lewis should cast his for Obama. PERIOD. The people have spoken.

Read his website, it has his stance on a variety of issues.

Bottom Line is Integrity. Hillary Clinton has supported alot of campaigns including Barack. When superdelegates start to flip flop then it shows how fickle they are in integrity and principles. The main issue in America is not over civil liberty or rights, it is over an effective candidate that can take care of our troops, civilians and all of the issues on the home front. Hillary's knowledge on the armed services committe and on understanding people is her strongest ally. A superdelegate is an alliance that recognizes these issues and prioritizes accordingly.

Obama's message of united states and togetherness is totally rubbish. If you can analysed the current situations and think logically, you can see that Obama is causing all that divisions in Democractic bases. His message of change lacks credibility. Hey, has he ever says how he will bring about change??? No! Has he ever concretely talk about ending Iraq war and keeping US influence in the World??? No! I hope Americans will wake up and stop this man. I mean if you are voting because this guys says "change" and "stop Iraq war", our society is too shallow. And don't complain when our politicians screwed up cos you choose them so!

Sandra: The .7% thing you mentioned is actually UN, internationally agreed upon legislation, not Obama's personal pie in the sky dream deal. Like the Kyoto protocol, the US has been dragging its feet because it doesn't want to make a commitment that it didn't write. Personally, I could afford to let go of less than 1% of my paycheck if it ensured that everyone else in the world was adequately fed, clothed, and sheltered.

For everyone complaining about the "rules": the rules are that no superdelegate is committed before the race. They only say they may lean toward one candidate or another. A superdelegate changing his or her vote to the other team is par for the course.

Andi wrote "So by that logic, white super delegates who have backed Obama should consider switching to the white candidate, right?"

no, it's not about switching to the "white" candidate or black candidate. remember, both clinton and obama more than likely will not hit the required pledged delegates needed to clinch the nomination. so when they go to the democratic convention, the superdelegates will have to come into play.

the superdelegates do not want to get in the way of the voice of the ppl. so one solution for the superdelegates is to simply say, if my state voted more towards hillary, then i will follow my constituents and place my superdelegate with hillary. and if the ppl voted more so for obama then they would follow and do the same. this way, there is no outcry of unfairness by the everyday average american voter.

the problem is, is that some black superdelegates who have endorsed hillary preside over an area that predominantly voted for obama. so when it comes down to the convention, if they place their superdelegates with the candidate they endorsed and ignored their state in regards to how their ppl voted, then this could be problematic. because the ppl of their state will pressure them to place their superdelegate with who they (the ppl) voted for. this goes the same way for white superdelegates who endorsed obama.

remember, ted kennedy and john kerry are from MA. but MA voted for hillary. john kerry already said that he doesn't want it to get to this because this will upset the ppl.

this is all one big mess!!

I am an African-American female and I am voting for Hillary.

Healthcare and security for my family is more important than supporting a candidate just because they are black.

With all the world wanting to bomb us we need experience. And nothing beats Hillary's healthcare plan.

I lost someone VERY close to me recently because he did not have healthcare. Couldn't afford it. Worked 60 hours a week and his employer didn't offer healthcare.

Hillary's policy for save thousands of American lives every year. Regardless of race.

Well, well, I'm sure glad that race is not an issue in this campaign. If Obama was a white male wonder where those supporters of Clinton would go? OK. It's time for ALL WOMEN to vote for Hillary. I think sex should trump race as there are more women in the United States than African Americans. We need a woman for real change.

P.S. This is not a sound bite from Anderson Cooper, Hannity and Colmes or any of the other talking heads!

Democracy? ..elections?… funny concept.
Dont votes count more than delegates?
Now whites are playing the "race card", lol

Yes. Obama has taken a platform. He has taken the platform a hope, of change, of vision, and of mission.

If you have not see and herd, then I beg you all to please just listen. Let the truth of each candidate's message ring true as the Liberty Bell rang true for our nation's Founding Fathers.

Then as now, a critical moment existed, a moment of courage and a moment of hope, a moment of heroes, and a moment of the people. The moment is now for Barack Obama.

I concur with Beth Johnson - quite scary. This country is indeed in deep trouble!

Hilary Clinton The B E S T Presiden Good luck

Karen Malott February 14th, 2008 8:27 pm ET

You think that Barack mom would mind if her son is using her unfortunate circumstances to TRY AND PREVENT other mothers suffering the same faith? lol

You are obviously not a supporter of the wise leader; and so you misrepresent what Senator Obama is about with his and his mom's painful situation.

Try thinking about others for a change; and you may see the ad from a different and better perspective.

You should be more p-oed at US being the only industrialized nation not having a health plan for its citizens; but then again, America's students are ranked 29th among industrialized nations; so it makes sense that you might not be able to appreciate the motive of a man of integrity.

A superdelegate is just another voter, just like us, with rights to vote their convictions.

They owe no obligation to anyone to vote with the mice that is following behind the Pipe Piper …

Beth…..my sentiments exactly. No platform except CHANGE. I'm sure it will be a CHANGE, but not what this country needs. We can't afford another mistake right now. Look what the past 7+ years has got us into. No time for "learn as you go". Obama could learn for eight years and then he would be ready for his eight years.

CNN is also blocking my comments. Please "try" to be fair.
Enough bias attention, devotion,adulation, and coronation to BO. If these superdelegates want to vote race….then Kennedy and Kerry should vote with their constituents in MA and go with Hillary. What is fair is fair.
Unbelievable, this lowering of the bar for this junior senator because he is a charismatic, smart, good orator who happens to be the "best black hope" for the presidency is nothing else that affirmative action at its worst for nothing else than the most important job in our land.
If he becomes the nominee, the GOP will have a field day, just wait and see.

CNN probabbly won't post this one but I know that they will at least read it. I am sick and tired of them (CNN) playing the race card & many idiots responding. Can't you see that it is not Hillary or Obama at this point bringing up race, it the media goons (CNN). They just won't let it go. As an American, I don't care it the candidate was green. If they listened to the people and had the substance then it is all good.

Beth Johnson please go to Obama website you will see his platform.

If you guys really care about the candidates you should checkout their platform before make irrational comments on the blog.

OK, SInce alot of hoopla has unfolded regarding Superdelegates following and votin for whoever won the state primary or caucus has anyone done an analysis on how these numbers would turn out. If a state went to either candidate and the super delegates had to vote for whoever won the popular vote then who would be winning the delegate count??????

This is only the beginning of the movement away from supporting Mrs. Clinton. "35 years of experience" & "ready from day one" has demonstrated only that she is incapable of managing her campaign, recruiting effective personnel or controlling campaign finances. That's only a little more than a hundred million misspent, and she wants to manage the national budget?

For Valentine's day Mr.Obama is with the woman he loves. The Clinton's are also with their first love: The quest for political power.These two have made a Faustian pact with the devil in pursuit of political power. We don't need them back renting out the white house bedroom in return for political contributions.

Vince…I couldn't have said it better. I would just like to add: Remember all that Bill and Hillary has done for the blacks.. Now look what they are doing to her. NO appreciation at all. Go figure! Obama can't debate, he can only make speeches. Talk won't get the job done, action will.

Ike….You know exactly what you are talking about. You are a smart African American and not just following the Cheerleader.

Folks, be careful what you wish for. You may just get it. Then you won't Bill and Hillary to go to bat for you. Hillary needs to be the Commander-in-Chief and let Obama take lessons for eight years, then he would be a "shoo-in".

People we all know that this story was designed to divide us along racial lines I urge you all to take a good and honest look at both of the candidates Then decide for yourself ….Obama 08

It's obviously ALL about race. That's why they are switching, or being pressured by Jesse Jackson Jr. to switch to the black candidate.
And what would happen if Obama gets behind and whites start to
switch from him? They will be called racists!!
Someone above asked if there was anyone else who'll go for McCain and not vote for Obama. My husband and me. Obama is wrong for our country.
Now, will CNN print this since it's AGAINST Obama??

Wow I am shocked another negative article about clinton….I never see those on CNN…..Not

Interesting that Rep. Cleaver, a support of Clinton, gave insight of the "private" conversation with Jackson, Jr. I believe he had an alterior motive here.

wake up people. This election is entirely about race….
When 80% of the blacks vote for Obama…it doesnt' take a rocket scientist to realize its about race. Although it is high time we had a Black president….I would rather see the more qualified woman win this race and leave Obama the chance to take it 8 yrs from now.

The CNN reporting of this entire campaign has been filled with racially motivated remarks. The fact is there are also two white women who are superdelegates from Minnesota who have withdrawn their previous pledge of support for Hillary Clinton and are considering pledging support for Barack. One of the superdelegates is Nancy Larson and I cannot remember the name of the other one.

Of course saying that a white woman from Minnesota withdrew her pledge to support Hillary doesn't bring ratings - CNN needs to constantly draw attention to the black superdelegates.

I don't understand why it's newsworthy when Clinton's Superdelegates defect but not Obama's. Whatever happened to fair and balanced media coverage of the election?

the problem there will be no change no matter who you vote for unless you change the house & senate to the party u vote for president

Just fact

Playing a race card again??? O America, grow up!!!!!!

the problem there will be no change no matter who you vote for unless you change the house & senate to the party u vote for president

Just fact

I think, it is time for the super delegates to catch the Obama express, it is going straight to the WHITE HOUSE.

Obama 08, way to go!

Its over Hillary, just give up. Let him fight, and clean the mess. and let him lift the spirit of America.

I am a white, female from Texas with a college education. Obama gets my vote. If Hillary is the Democratic nominee; I will have to vote for McCain.

Yes, it's all about the color of skin. Let's hear it for race in the good old USA. It has to be all about skin color and about how skin color is of course the deciding factor in how we think, act, choose, or belong.

Blah, blah, blah. Bird brains of a feather all flock together.

If people have not heard anything from Barack Obama except "it's time for change" then they haven't been listening! Obviously you turn the chanel whenever he speaks. Or worse yet, you think that someone is intelligent when they can recite policy. You obviously are not going to like Hillary's new speeches, because it sounds like she is taking a page from Barack's playbook and is trying to be more "inspirational".

And we thought that this contest had nothing to do with RACE.

i think its about time america should just realize that its time for change. nobody seen it coming so fast, a articulate black man in the running for president. if it was a white man with the same skills of bringing this country together there wouldnt be a problem with him.

I'm tired. Tired of the attacks from both side of the Clinton/Obama debate. Their positions on policy are only minorly different. One wants to MANDATE Universal Health Care, to include possibly garnishing wages and the other wants to lower cost so those that want it can get it. One candidate tells you every part of her plan and one trust that you are intelligent enough to read. I for one want a president in the white house that won't insult my intelligence.

There is another difference - one takes money from lobbyist and one doesn't. There's the old saw about money talks, everything else walks. You do what your boss says cause he pays your salary.

What was their color when they supported Hillary earlier, white?

wake up! he's getting 8-9 of every 10 black voters and you don't think this is about race???? hellloooo!! of course it's about race! he's jesse jackson but hidding the fact that he's in it for "his people"….i hope people wake up soon…if clinton loses i truly hope the republican machine cleans up w/obama…actaully, i know they will…i'll be voting mccain….i'd rather take 4 years of a liberal republican than 4 years of this clown…

John Lewis has officially switched to Obama now.

AMEN WHITE MALE. Some of my fellow Obama supporters (including the media) are the most vile, venomous, malicious people.

CNN, please post this comment.

oh !!
Hillary is the president since '08′ just everybody are playing with OBAMA, The Drama !!! everybody doing like this !!!

I think Clinton and Obama are both good candidates.
I voted for Hillary. But if Obama wins I will support him as well.
Go Democrats '08!!

I missed the Democratic convention in Chicago back in '68. Can we have a repeat this year? I mean Hillary and Obama in a cage match to the finish. and all the delegates going at each other. That would be great!!!!

I for one, welcome our new Democratic overlords!

Please lets not turn this back into a race issue. No one is should switch their vote based on anyone's race or gender. I think what Obama and other like minded people are saying if the majority of an elected official's district selects a particular candidate then they should vote for that candidate with their super delegate vote.
It would be unwise for Mr. Lewis (D-GA) to use his superdelegate vote to support Mrs. Clinton when his district voted 3-1 for Obama. Now if Mr. Lewis choses to support Clinton when he went into the both of 02/05/08 he should select Clinton with his one personal vote, but when he goes to the convention he should vote in accordance with his district. This same scenario applies to Ted Kennedy, John Kerry and whomever else has already issued their support for a candidate.
These superdelegates think they can make a better choice for their districts or states than the people the people the represent.
LASTLY, Mr. Emanuel Cleaver (D-MO), to answer that age old political question, you are elected to office to support what the majority of your district voters want. These people know who they want to support or need as the next president, these are the people who, just as you, watched all 18 debates, read up on where candidates stand and OUR voice should be the ones heard sir NOT yours!

Come on folks. The headline say "Black superdelegates switch blah blah blah" . But, they switched because their constituency overwhelmingly supported Obama, not because of black solidarity. Read the story! And read it from somewhere else too, not just this ticker. The headline is just trying to stir up some sewage–a fairly typical strategy, right?

Get over it Obama Collective,

The system is set up so the Super Delegates can vote any way they want, that's it no more whining about - "they need to vote according to popular voting or it is not valid"

Try changing it next time around…

CW, Todd, Sandra you hit it right on the head. Let's look at the man's claims - and policy proposals, the UN, the Rezko housing, his own house - the list goes on, but the media has already made a conscious decision to promote Obama at every turn, with very minimal press (if any) on anything negative, and no hardball questions - at least until he is coronated.

Oh how many ways can we spin this? black vs white, black vs female, man vs woman. I am waiting on the piece about white males. Do they vote Obama b/c he's a man or Hillary b/c she's white? Give me a break.

The headline should really read that "some black superdelegates" are questioning the support of black voters and opinion polls.
Hillary Clinton hasn't changed and she still out performs John McCain in most head to head polls.
These superdelegates had plenty of time to do preliminary research and determine whom to support.
Now you have the J.Jackson and A.Sharpton crowd kicking in and the people who thought they had made sound decisions are having to ask themselves if they are prepared to live with them and the possible ramifications of not voting in accordance with someone elses choice.
I have NO problem with someone changing their mind when they discover new information to be taken into consideration.
How someone does in a poll or caucus or other popularity contest is not information that should be taken into consideration.
These people were given these honors and expected to act independently based upon their personal judgement. They are not just delegates - they are superdelegates. The definition of which requires them to vote as they see fit and not as the populace directs.
If they can't keep that direction or committment, they should never have accepted the honor.
I'm naive enough to hope that they see the light and vote FOR THE CANDIDATE OF THEIR CHOICE — take a chance now to be American.

My bad I don't think you guys evens read the article

This business with the superdelegates is ridiculous. If the democratic nominee is not the winner of the popular vote then I won't be voting for the Democratic nominee.

Dropping like flies. Soon we'll be singing, "Ding, dong, the witch is dead!"

Thank you Emmanual Cleaver for not bowing to the winds of racial pressure. You prove that you stand for the people of Missouri. We do not want someone that will just switch with the wind.

Yes I did vote for Clinton. I can only imagine what Ted Kennedy will do with Obama in office. Did anyone watch Mr. Smith Goes to Washington - just swap Jimmy Stewart for Obama and make him the president!

I can't believe I'd vote Republican but I just might. I know that Clinton and McCain will stick to their guns. Obama's track record shows that he will bow with pressure.

What's really telling is that he is not speaking out against people being pressured by race to vote for him. If he really stood for change he'd challenge those who support him to act differently.

Sandra…. your comment is truly madly deeply SAD… Do you even know what the Global poverty plan is. You are one sad person! We might be Americans, but we are human beings and citizens if this world. Please go educate yourself before posting.

As for those who feel that OBAMA is playing the race card… who are you trying to kid. The only reason black people initially started to vote for him was because of Bill and Hillary's ridiculously inept comments. Obama is leading by example!.

Ike remember this IS America. We fought long and hard for this freedom! You of all people should appreciate that.

I think it was irresponsible to pledge alligence to someone before even hearing out the other person. I understand that many of the superdelegates have a debt to repay to the Clintons, but any threw in their support before the race even started strong. Now, they realize that Obama is the much stronger national candidate.

I dont know about you, but i'm SICK AND TIRED of the media trying to always inject race into this primary. So what if the superdelegates happen to be AA? Stop trying to divide us. Some media outlets try to make it seem like only AAs are voting for Obama. I'm pretty sure that he didn't win Idaho, Kansas and Washington based on the AA vote.

These superdelegates jumped on the Clinton bandwagon without waiting to hear what their constituents had to say…this is a problem of their own making. The only thing that is happening here is that they are trying to CYA because otherwise they would have to try to figure out how they are going to explain voting for Clinton to their constituents, who voted overwhelmingly for Obama.

Heck yeah…the superdelegates are reconsidering Hillary. Hillary seemed to have struck a deal with McCain and the Republican Party since he and her are saying the same things about Barack, her party opponent? What's up Hillary? Did you broker a money deal with the Republicans since you need money for your campaign? We all can see through this.

Hillary has to make waves by saying that Barack has no substance! She needs as much media attention as possible since her campaign is broke! Hillary has been in the White House for 8years and a senator for 8years and what has she done? She claims to have 35years of experience, please tell me so that I can be clear? Don't get me wrong, I have been observing her over the years, since I was interested in voting for her. She has put forth great ideas, but never followed through with them. Hillary was able to get healthcare for 2900 children in New Hampshire. NH was important to her for this primary, that is why she worked so hard to get the NH children the healthcare they needed. Did she do it for children in NYC as senator? Last time I looked, people NYC were still struggling to get their children healthcare. When she realized it was a possibility she would lose to Barack in NH, she started to cry and NH took pity on her since they OWED her.

Hillary has no follow through! Barack has the ability to put together enough talent to make up his political machine to match Hillary's machine. Barack can pull together enough talent do the same thing in the White House when he becomes President. Granted, this campaign is not running the same as running the country, however, I have faith in his gifts. He and his team has run and excellent campaign, it is frightening!

Bill Clinton was younger when he became the President and did not have any experience either!!!! So who is she fooling? Talk about substance, she has no follow-through. She is a part of the old Washington establishement, she tells you what you want to hear; and we will all be forced to buy her healthcare package whether or not we need it and Barack wants adults to have the option, then lots of us work and have healthcare benefits on our jobs. If Hillary has not broked a deal with large companies for that also. Hmmmmmmmm!

What's up folks? THINK!! FOR YOURSELVES!

No, Beth, us Obama supporters are smart enough to read both candidates websites' and compare their issues.

Obama dosen't have to debate Hillary who is well versed and rehearsed and spill out his plans for her to steal, once he's nominated, you will know all about his plans.

But if you want a sneek peak, take a look at barackobama.com

It's sad to think that yet another presidental race may be decided by the delegates (super or otherwise) rather than the common vote, and although I intend on supporting Obama, I am sorely disappointed in him and Hillary. Most "Career Politicians" have a tendency to forget that their goal, should be, to become elected servants of the people, answering, always, to the general population of America, not to file servitude to the elite corporations and super delegates.

CW,

Thank you, I couldn't have said it better myself…

Mark Turner when you get inside of an african americans head and see what WE think of Obama, you are more than welcome to make that ignorant comment. Until then

OBAMA 08

GO YOUNG PEOPLE WE ARE THE FUTURE!!

Bush, Clinton, Clinton, Bush, Bush, ???Clinton??? Why would anyone wish to continue this pattern? That's totally nuts! Wake-up and stop it now!

ABC 08!!!

With Hillary going real negative now, who would want to stay with her. Her true personality is coming out.

You'll see the real person now!

It is not about black and white (You guys believe everything you read and hear) Its about the delegates choosing to go with the popular votes.

I'm sad to see this bickering amongst fellow democrats, the GOP must be fully enjoying this! Come on people, unite!!! In a common cause!! Whoever comes out the winner, can only be better ( a million times better) for the benefit of the American people as a whole, and the world at large, than the new GOP puppet.
Anything but 8 more years of fear mongering!

Inspiration, you say?

Seeing Hillary Clinton fight in the face of adversity is what I find inspiring. Inspiration in action, and not in words. Sure Obama was the underdog, but he has had the support of the media, so his fight against the odds holds less weight.

Hey all of you Hillary Clinton supporters, make sure to email/ contact
the Democratic National Commitee to express your wish to have the delegates from Michigan and Florida seated. In reality Clinton is way ahead of Obama in delegate count. (according to the voters in Michingan and Florida)

Those who are not familiar with Obama's record can Google it…. I'm sooooooooooo sick of people saying that Barack stands for nothing and that he has no substance… If U R really interested research both canadites to formulate an orginal thought. Or is it easier to say that he stands for nothing because U can't come up with a better argument as to why U should'nt vote for him…… I can't Google Clinton's, "35 years of experience" because she does not want to make her record public…… What we've learned about Hillary is if her record was as stellar as she implies the American people would be able to Google it……….. Everyone can read Obama's record!!!!!!

I wonder how Hillary used up $140 million in one month and yet she's had diddly squat to show for it! Obama had a comparable amount, yet he's got his money's worth and then some. He even still has tons left over. Where DOES Hillary send her money??? It couldn't have been her hour long special on the Hallmark Channel. Could it be she's been buying her super delegates?

Should Obama pardon Rezko when he becomes the President of United States of America?

I think the superdelegates should bow out if it came down to them. There has not been a need for them since they were made up. Everyone knows that being a superdel was just an invite to go to the DNC and cast a meaningless vote. There is ABSOLUTELY no reason for them to vote unless there is a tie. Let the winner be chosen by the PEOPLE. Whoever it is.

this be too funny, now white folk little upset that OBama be the man. Hillary should be nice to OBama, she needs him more than other way around. And yes we do need reparations for past injustices…go OBama!!

How can you say Obama has no platform or experience?

Do some research! Watch the debates, read the paper! Educate yourself and get involved with what's going on in our country!

Well, Beth…. Whatever platform Hillary takes , she takes one side then flip-flops to the other side if it's politically convenient for her to do so. A typical Clinton trait….do anything, say anything out of both sides of your mouth .

Sure, I will not vote for Obama in general election, should clinton loose nomination.

Okay…two points:

(1) Superdelegates should vote the way of their constiutuency…period. And that goes both ways, meaning Kerry and Kennedy 'should' vote for Hillary at the convention. If this thing ends up getting decided by superdelegates in opposition to the popular vote, what does that say about the democratic party??

(2) I hear a lot of griping that Obama is all talk, spouting rhetoric and not standing for anything??!! Seriously, do you people need to be spoonfed everything. Go to his website and see his very 'detailed' policy positions on nearly everything. If you put in the effort, you'll see that the man is much more than a voice. There is a powerful intellect behind that voice…if you can look past race and every other ridic