Comments on: Blitzer: Don't count Hillary Clinton out http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/20/blitzer-dont-count-hillary-clinton-out/ All politics, all the time Mon, 21 Dec 2009 22:07:36 +0000 http://wordpress.com/ hourly 1 By: carrie http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/20/blitzer-dont-count-hillary-clinton-out/#comment-575200 carrie Wed, 20 Feb 2008 22:19:02 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=5447#comment-575200 get over yourselves.hillary speech was cut because she lost and it was boring,the winner had to speak.i wish she would just go back home and knit in a rocking chair,its about time'she keeps talking about solutions,but she hasnt really offered any/she is just a sad loser,who loves power.we have had enough of those clintons get over yourselves.hillary speech was cut because she lost and it was boring,the winner had to speak.i wish she would just go back home and knit in a rocking chair,its about time'she keeps talking about solutions,but she hasnt really offered any/she is just a sad loser,who loves power.we have had enough of those clintons

]]> By: enntee http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/20/blitzer-dont-count-hillary-clinton-out/#comment-575201 enntee Wed, 20 Feb 2008 22:19:02 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=5447#comment-575201 regarding the thoughts of the last commenters' i have some thoughts. First for 'jimF' - CNN did not cut off Hillary. Obama did not cut off Hillary. Hillary started her speech 45 minutes late. Is it so wrong to cut to the person who just won 10 straight contest in a row, all by 18% or more? And for 'Charlotte' - Pompous? Once again, Hillary did not congratulate Obama for his victory in Wisconsin (just as she did not congratulate him after he won the 'Potomac Primaries', Maine, or WA/LA/NE). But even worse, she did not thank her supporters who went out in the ice, snow, in single digit temperatures in Wisconsin to vote for her. She acted like Wisconsin didn't happen because she did not win. She has treated all of her losses like they don't exist. I would argue that's far more pompous. I'm tired of hearing that Obama has no substance. He is not going to recite policy details in a stump speech. There is plenty of substance there. regarding the thoughts of the last commenters' i have some thoughts.

First for 'jimF' – CNN did not cut off Hillary. Obama did not cut off Hillary. Hillary started her speech 45 minutes late. Is it so wrong to cut to the person who just won 10 straight contest in a row, all by 18% or more?

And for 'Charlotte' – Pompous? Once again, Hillary did not congratulate Obama for his victory in Wisconsin (just as she did not congratulate him after he won the 'Potomac Primaries', Maine, or WA/LA/NE). But even worse, she did not thank her supporters who went out in the ice, snow, in single digit temperatures in Wisconsin to vote for her. She acted like Wisconsin didn't happen because she did not win. She has treated all of her losses like they don't exist. I would argue that's far more pompous.

I'm tired of hearing that Obama has no substance. He is not going to recite policy details in a stump speech. There is plenty of substance there.

]]> By: Ron http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/20/blitzer-dont-count-hillary-clinton-out/#comment-575199 Ron Wed, 20 Feb 2008 22:18:58 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=5447#comment-575199 Hillary is in REAL trouble due to just really, really , bad strategy. There is a chance she can turn it around but it is less than 20%. Which means it probably isn't going to happen. Hillary is in REAL trouble due to just really, really , bad strategy. There is a chance she can turn it around but it is less than 20%. Which means it probably isn't going to happen.

]]> By: kathy http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/20/blitzer-dont-count-hillary-clinton-out/#comment-575196 kathy Wed, 20 Feb 2008 22:18:19 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=5447#comment-575196 They shouldn't count Hillary Clinton out, she is the most intelligent woman in any office. All I hear from Obama is his excellent speaking tactics which soothe people. Hillary needs to let the people know she is a woman to be president for the first time and state how they always say , "that behind every good man, is a good woman. " But she is the good woman who does not need any one else and stands in the front . She does not have to share her experience and great knowledge now with any one. She has to let them know what a woman can do. A woman like her and most others, can multi-task and when they say they will do something, they do it. They take care of their own and many others and are always a lady in doing so. We don't need another want a be politician with a fraction of experience that she has, as far as Bill Clinton, it is like getting a great support system for her since he has the experience of being president. Who could beat that. McCain doesn't sound very educated in many things including speaking, he only sounds experienced in combat. We don't want war, we want peace. We need what Hillary Clinton can and will do for us. People should not be caught up in the flowery speaking techinque that the other democrat candidate is. We need action now, the country has so many propblems. Please people, get real!!!!! Give her support, we don't have much choice out there. She is the one. They shouldn't count Hillary Clinton out, she is the most intelligent woman in any office. All I hear from Obama is his excellent speaking tactics which soothe people. Hillary needs to let the people know she is a woman to be president for the first time and state how they always say , "that behind every good man, is a good woman. " But she is the good woman who does not need any one else and stands in the front . She does not have to share her experience and great knowledge now with any one. She has to let them know what a woman can do. A woman like her and most others, can multi-task and when they say they will do something, they do it. They take care of their own and many others and are always a lady in doing so. We don't need another want a be politician with a fraction of experience that she has, as far as Bill Clinton, it is like getting a great support system for her since he has the experience of being president. Who could beat that. McCain doesn't sound very educated in many things including speaking, he only sounds experienced in combat. We don't want war, we want peace. We need what Hillary Clinton can and will do for us. People should not be caught up in the flowery speaking techinque that the other democrat candidate is. We need action now, the country has so many propblems. Please people, get real!!!!! Give her support, we don't have much choice out there. She is the one.

]]> By: GJ-AZ http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/20/blitzer-dont-count-hillary-clinton-out/#comment-575193 GJ-AZ Wed, 20 Feb 2008 22:18:14 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=5447#comment-575193 Don't know why everyone is thinking "The Clintons" will not win. "The Clintons" have over 35 years of "experience". They know all dirty little secrets in Washington: Who's done what to whom. You don't think they aren't calling in a ton of favors and promising more. This is the old Washington Two Step at it's finest. This current state of the race is a made to order field day for the media types; however, in the end "The Clintons" will be back in the White House and life will go on...just as it has for over 35 years. Don't know why everyone is thinking "The Clintons" will not win. "The Clintons" have over 35 years of "experience". They know all dirty little secrets in Washington: Who's done what to whom. You don't think they aren't calling in a ton of favors and promising more. This is the old Washington Two Step at it's finest.

This current state of the race is a made to order field day for the media types; however, in the end "The Clintons" will be back in the White House and life will go on...just as it has for over 35 years.

]]> By: Concerned Voter http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/20/blitzer-dont-count-hillary-clinton-out/#comment-575192 Concerned Voter Wed, 20 Feb 2008 22:18:13 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=5447#comment-575192 I agree with Byron G. and Rosalind. Wake up America !! Look at the records and not the speeches. I am tired of political speeches. They are old and not the future. Also, whether you like Hillary or not, she is a fighter and will take on McCain. Obama will be eaten alive by the Reps. I agree with Byron G. and Rosalind. Wake up America !! Look at the records and not the speeches. I am tired of political speeches. They are old and not the future.

Also, whether you like Hillary or not, she is a fighter and will take on McCain. Obama will be eaten alive by the Reps.

]]> By: Sugar Coated http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/20/blitzer-dont-count-hillary-clinton-out/#comment-575191 Sugar Coated Wed, 20 Feb 2008 22:18:11 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=5447#comment-575191 I am wondering all these on the OBama train and crying about a dynasty are the same ones who put Bush in the White House twice? If so you may want to look again. I am wondering all these on the OBama train and crying about a
dynasty are the same ones who put Bush in the White House
twice? If so you may want to look again.

]]> By: chadm http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/20/blitzer-dont-count-hillary-clinton-out/#comment-575189 chadm Wed, 20 Feb 2008 22:18:10 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=5447#comment-575189 Wolf - I'm just wondering if you and your colleagues, not just at CNN, but across the network and cable outlets, really think you have any credibility left when it comes to reporting on politics? While you keep talking about momentum and bouncing back and YOUR previous experience in covering elections, the American people are craving substantive coverage of the candidates and their real-world experience, their real policy initiatives, and their real philosophies on governance and the role of government in our everyday lives. I'm curious as to what you feel YOUR role is in the process? Do YOU feel as if you are helping to provide the populous with the information necessary to make such an important decision? Or has your mission, and that of those around you, become finding out who can predict a winner first and why? It seems more and more as if the coverage is some sort of strange Entertainment Tonight for politics, an Inside Edition (Mr. O'Reilly seems familiar...) on government, basking in the rises and falls of the celebrity of the moment - playing gotcha and I told you so while we sit wondering if "the best political team in America" even cares. I, for one, am not interested in why YOU think Senator Clinton, or anyone for that matter, should be counted in or out. Last I checked, you were a reporter, not a columnist, or a pundit, or anything else of the like. We tune in for you to dispense truthful and useful information - otherwise known as FACTS. Please, take a moment to ask yourself if your post above does anything of the sort. I've found it be most unoriginal and most unhelpful in providing anything resembling political insight. Thank you. Wolf – I'm just wondering if you and your colleagues, not just at CNN, but across the network and cable outlets, really think you have any credibility left when it comes to reporting on politics? While you keep talking about momentum and bouncing back and YOUR previous experience in covering elections, the American people are craving substantive coverage of the candidates and their real-world experience, their real policy initiatives, and their real philosophies on governance and the role of government in our everyday lives. I'm curious as to what you feel YOUR role is in the process? Do YOU feel as if you are helping to provide the populous with the information necessary to make such an important decision? Or has your mission, and that of those around you, become finding out who can predict a winner first and why? It seems more and more as if the coverage is some sort of strange Entertainment Tonight for politics, an Inside Edition (Mr. O'Reilly seems familiar...) on government, basking in the rises and falls of the celebrity of the moment – playing gotcha and I told you so while we sit wondering if "the best political team in America" even cares. I, for one, am not interested in why YOU think Senator Clinton, or anyone for that matter, should be counted in or out. Last I checked, you were a reporter, not a columnist, or a pundit, or anything else of the like. We tune in for you to dispense truthful and useful information – otherwise known as FACTS. Please, take a moment to ask yourself if your post above does anything of the sort. I've found it be most unoriginal and most unhelpful in providing anything resembling political insight. Thank you.

]]> By: Julia http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/20/blitzer-dont-count-hillary-clinton-out/#comment-575190 Julia Wed, 20 Feb 2008 22:18:10 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=5447#comment-575190 I think Hillary still has strong chances to win. And i hope she will for a sake of our country. We elected last president based on likability and arrogance level. Look where we are now. Obama is probably a nice guy to hang around and he has charisma, but it doesn't qualify him to run one of the biggest country in the world. I think he would be a good VP candidate, it will allow him to learn on the job. It is obvious he will need it. Go Hillary! I think Hillary still has strong chances to win. And i hope she will for a sake of our country.
We elected last president based on likability and arrogance level.
Look where we are now.
Obama is probably a nice guy to hang around and he has charisma, but it doesn't qualify him to run one of the biggest country in the world.
I think he would be a good VP candidate, it will allow him to learn on the job. It is obvious he will need it.

Go Hillary!

]]> By: JurisDoctor http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/20/blitzer-dont-count-hillary-clinton-out/#comment-575187 JurisDoctor Wed, 20 Feb 2008 22:17:41 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=5447#comment-575187 why should CNN apologize for cutting out Hillary's speech. Noone cares what the loser has to say, as the democratic electorate is making obvious by not voting for her. why should CNN apologize for cutting out Hillary's speech. Noone cares what the loser has to say, as the democratic electorate is making obvious by not voting for her.

]]> By: Fem, http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/20/blitzer-dont-count-hillary-clinton-out/#comment-575186 Fem, Wed, 20 Feb 2008 22:17:28 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=5447#comment-575186 I am suprised that Sen. Clinton is doing everyhting possible and impossible to get this nomination. for God sake, if the people say they do not want you, why can't you quetly go and rest. She is going after Barack like a wounded lioness as if they are not in the same party. Let me ask this question, does she think she doesn't have dirty stuff that Barack can pull out? She should please accept the reality and try to concentrate on her senete job, may be she can win another term. What a sour looser I am suprised that Sen. Clinton is doing everyhting possible and impossible to get this nomination. for God sake, if the people say they do not want you, why can't you quetly go and rest. She is going after Barack like a wounded lioness as if they are not in the same party. Let me ask this question, does she think she doesn't have dirty stuff that Barack can pull out? She should please accept the reality and try to concentrate on her senete job, may be she can win another term.

What a sour looser

]]> By: Carol http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/20/blitzer-dont-count-hillary-clinton-out/#comment-575185 Carol Wed, 20 Feb 2008 22:17:15 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=5447#comment-575185 This Democratic race is getting scary. With the mess Bush has left this country in and the world, do we need someone like Obama who has never been there or done that.? I would really like to see the press start treating him like the grown up he wants to be and get tough, put him to the test. Stop letting him off the hook. Do you really think he can handle McCain? let alone the toughest job on the planet right now. This Democratic race is getting scary. With the mess Bush has left this country in and the world, do we need someone like Obama
who has never been there or done that.? I would really like to see
the press start treating him like the grown up he wants to be and get tough, put him to the test. Stop letting him off the hook. Do you really think he can handle McCain? let alone the toughest job on the planet right now.

]]> By: dale in indiana http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/20/blitzer-dont-count-hillary-clinton-out/#comment-575184 dale in indiana Wed, 20 Feb 2008 22:17:14 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=5447#comment-575184 rosalind.. how right you are. rosalind.. how right you are.

]]> By: PCS / North Carolina http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/20/blitzer-dont-count-hillary-clinton-out/#comment-575182 PCS / North Carolina Wed, 20 Feb 2008 22:17:02 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=5447#comment-575182 circuswors wrote February 20th, 2008 5:11 pm ET "He outright betrays MLK's work on civil rights!" Are you sure ? I thought it was Hillary who tried to make a mockery out of MLK's work, while she was campaigning in SC. circuswors wrote February 20th, 2008 5:11 pm ET
"He outright betrays MLK's work on civil rights!"

Are you sure ? I thought it was Hillary who tried to make a mockery out of MLK's work, while she was campaigning in SC.

]]> By: James ( Independent ) http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/20/blitzer-dont-count-hillary-clinton-out/#comment-575181 James ( Independent ) Wed, 20 Feb 2008 22:16:57 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=5447#comment-575181 Wolf , You just don't "get it" , The American people no longer want or need the kind of politics that Clinton / McCain have to offer. Wolf ,

You just don't "get it" , The American people no longer want or need the kind of politics that Clinton / McCain have to offer.

]]> By: Democrat for Big Mac http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/20/blitzer-dont-count-hillary-clinton-out/#comment-575178 Democrat for Big Mac Wed, 20 Feb 2008 22:16:53 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=5447#comment-575178 Michelle Obama says "for the first time in my adult life, I am proud of my country" NOW THAT MAKES ME PUKE So much for the next 1st lady Michelle Obama says "for the first time in my adult life, I am proud of my country"

NOW THAT MAKES ME PUKE

So much for the next 1st lady

]]> By: enomisa http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/20/blitzer-dont-count-hillary-clinton-out/#comment-575177 enomisa Wed, 20 Feb 2008 22:16:52 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=5447#comment-575177 The nominee for the democratic party should be selected by voters registered with the democratic party. Independents and republicans should not be able to sway the vote in the party primary. At the general election, they can choose to vote for our nominee or some other candidate of their choice. Many many life long democrats are unhappy about how independents and republicans have co-opted our primary and negated our votes for the democratic nominee. Expect a defection from the democratic party. The nominee for the democratic party should be selected by voters registered with the democratic party.
Independents and republicans should not be able to sway the vote in the party primary.
At the general election, they can choose to vote for our nominee or some other candidate of their choice.
Many many life long democrats are unhappy about how independents and republicans have co-opted our primary and negated our votes for the democratic nominee.
Expect a defection from the democratic party.

]]> By: Ricky http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/20/blitzer-dont-count-hillary-clinton-out/#comment-575173 Ricky Wed, 20 Feb 2008 22:16:33 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=5447#comment-575173 I'm sorry, but this whole "comeback kid" thing needs to stop. I don't understand how someone can "comeback" when they were supposed to roll right through these primaries into the general election, stumble in the beginning after losing Iowa, regain the lead after New Hampshire, and then fall behind again after Super Tuesday. It is also ridiculous to think that she is somehow more prone to making a "comeback" because she has the same surname as Bill Clinton. That's like saying Obama shares the same name as his father, so he is prone to walking out on his wife and kids. This type of thinking needs to stop and people need to focus on the actual issue at hand. The Clinton campaign had a poor strategy from the beginning, and it is starting to show. A comeback on her part will have nothing to do with her supposed propensity for making comebacks, but rather a slip and falter on Obama's side. I'm sorry, but this whole "comeback kid" thing needs to stop. I don't understand how someone can "comeback" when they were supposed to roll right through these primaries into the general election, stumble in the beginning after losing Iowa, regain the lead after New Hampshire, and then fall behind again after Super Tuesday. It is also ridiculous to think that she is somehow more prone to making a "comeback" because she has the same surname as Bill Clinton. That's like saying Obama shares the same name as his father, so he is prone to walking out on his wife and kids. This type of thinking needs to stop and people need to focus on the actual issue at hand. The Clinton campaign had a poor strategy from the beginning, and it is starting to show. A comeback on her part will have nothing to do with her supposed propensity for making comebacks, but rather a slip and falter on Obama's side.

]]> By: Tameka http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/20/blitzer-dont-count-hillary-clinton-out/#comment-575172 Tameka Wed, 20 Feb 2008 22:16:31 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=5447#comment-575172 Yeah I love how Obama's campaign says he is far far far out front when he's fewer than 70 delegates ahead. Even if he wins 70% of the remaining elected delegates, he will not have enough to win on the first ballot at the convention. I would not count Clinton out yet. There are plenty of months for people to realize he is vaporware. Yeah I love how Obama's campaign says he is far far far out front when he's fewer than 70 delegates ahead. Even if he wins 70% of the remaining elected delegates, he will not have enough to win on the first ballot at the convention. I would not count Clinton out yet. There are plenty of months for people to realize he is vaporware.

]]> By: Smith http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/20/blitzer-dont-count-hillary-clinton-out/#comment-575170 Smith Wed, 20 Feb 2008 22:16:25 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=5447#comment-575170 Clinton the COME BACK GIRL! Come on back and rule the country! Let's have some more FUN TIMES! w/your family rollicking around, covering up, basking in FAME and FORTUNE.. build monuments to Woodstock! healthcare industry in bed w/you. Think TEXAS is gonna vote for THAT? Clinton the COME BACK GIRL!

Come on back and rule the country! Let's have some more FUN TIMES! w/your family rollicking around, covering up, basking in FAME and FORTUNE..

build monuments to Woodstock! healthcare industry in bed w/you.

Think TEXAS is gonna vote for THAT?

]]> By: Bill, Covington,LA http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/20/blitzer-dont-count-hillary-clinton-out/#comment-575169 Bill, Covington,LA Wed, 20 Feb 2008 22:16:24 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=5447#comment-575169 The Blitzer of all people know obama is out in ffront because he along with the rest of the media put him there. Now it's time for them to turn back and champion the clinton woman. And in November when the decision will be made, let's see who they can give the win to. I won't be voting for either of them. The Blitzer of all people know obama is out in ffront because he along with the rest of the media put him there. Now it's time for them to turn back and champion the clinton woman.
And in November when the decision will be made, let's see who they can give the win to.
I won't be voting for either of them.

]]> By: jp/michigan http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/20/blitzer-dont-count-hillary-clinton-out/#comment-575167 jp/michigan Wed, 20 Feb 2008 22:16:17 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=5447#comment-575167 Hillary would have be too good a President for the Democratic Party ,. they want someone they can manipulate in the White House . They have the perfect choice in Obama he does nothing without using other people . His speeches, slogans, platform even his books are slight fabrication according to friend mentioned in the books. He is a #1 opportunist whose ego out shines any achievements he may have. He has been running for some type of position in politics since Harvard, on the backs of others. Hillary would have be too good a President for the Democratic Party ,. they want someone they can manipulate in the White House . They have the perfect choice in Obama he does nothing without using other people . His speeches, slogans, platform even his books are slight fabrication according to friend mentioned in the books. He is a #1 opportunist whose ego out shines any achievements he may have. He has been running for some type of position in politics since Harvard, on the backs of others.

]]> By: Mary http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/20/blitzer-dont-count-hillary-clinton-out/#comment-575168 Mary Wed, 20 Feb 2008 22:16:17 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=5447#comment-575168 Thank you Wolf. It is so nice to finally see some positive reporting on Hillary. I was afraid to read the article because I am so used to her getting bashed. I sincerely hope that she finds a way to turn this around (without it getting terribly ugly). An awful lot of Americans believe that she is the most qualified candidate and I am one of them. Whoever wins this thing will have to figure out how to make peace with the other half of this divided party. Thank you Wolf. It is so nice to finally see some positive reporting
on Hillary. I was afraid to read the article because I am so used
to her getting bashed.
I sincerely hope that she finds a way to turn this around (without it
getting terribly ugly). An awful lot of Americans believe that she is
the most qualified candidate and I am one of them. Whoever wins this thing will have to figure out how to make peace with the other half
of this divided party.

]]> By: pmet http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/20/blitzer-dont-count-hillary-clinton-out/#comment-575166 pmet Wed, 20 Feb 2008 22:16:14 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=5447#comment-575166 Wolf - All of the things you mentioned regarding the many Clinton scandals and their subsequent bounce-back are all true. Two things, however. Number one, the scandals all involved Bill who was a more likeable, affable guy. Hillary is not. Two, Hillary's way of dealing with losing primarys, caucuses, voting groups, etc. has been to deny their importance, not congraulate her opponent, and go negative. On top of that, she now is trying to go after Obama's pledged delegates. I know you know the two of them personally and hold them in some esteem, but look at them the way the average american sees them: maniuplative, secretive, divisive, and having an incredible amount of baggage. The american people are saying loud and clear that they are ready for someone new. We think we have found that person in Barack Obama and we believe the only way she can come back is to poach pledged delegates, strong arm superdelegates and basically steal the nomination. She will then fracture the democratic party, fracture the spirit of the american people and LOSE the general election in a landslide. Wolf -
All of the things you mentioned regarding the many Clinton scandals and their subsequent bounce-back are all true. Two things, however. Number one, the scandals all involved Bill who was a more likeable, affable guy. Hillary is not. Two, Hillary's way of dealing with losing primarys, caucuses, voting groups, etc. has been to deny their importance, not congraulate her opponent, and go negative. On top of that, she now is trying to go after Obama's pledged delegates. I know you know the two of them personally and hold them in some esteem, but look at them the way the average american sees them: maniuplative, secretive, divisive, and having an incredible amount of baggage. The american people are saying loud and clear that they are ready for someone new. We think we have found that person in Barack Obama and we believe the only way she can come back is to poach pledged delegates, strong arm superdelegates and basically steal the nomination. She will then fracture the democratic party, fracture the spirit of the american people and LOSE the general election in a landslide.

]]> By: Robert http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/20/blitzer-dont-count-hillary-clinton-out/#comment-575165 Robert Wed, 20 Feb 2008 22:16:04 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=5447#comment-575165 The saddest thing is that Obama is not eligible. I am a democrat, but if Obama wins the nomination, I am not voting for him. McCain, here I come. The saddest thing is that Obama is not eligible. I am a democrat, but if Obama wins the nomination, I am not voting for him. McCain, here I come.

]]> By: Wilson http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/20/blitzer-dont-count-hillary-clinton-out/#comment-575164 Wilson Wed, 20 Feb 2008 22:15:55 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=5447#comment-575164 Those of you still buying the line that Obama lacks substance obviously have not tried to learn anything. His campaign website clearly lays out his platform on about a dozen different topics, ranging from foreign policy to health care to education. Do some homework, people. And just what is a "Reagan Democrat"? Does that mean you believe in Democratic principles, but you really want decades more of this war and an absurdly conservative Supreme Court for the next 35+ years? Because that's what you're voting for in John McCain. Those of you still buying the line that Obama lacks substance obviously have not tried to learn anything. His campaign website clearly lays out his platform on about a dozen different topics, ranging from foreign policy to health care to education. Do some homework, people.
And just what is a "Reagan Democrat"? Does that mean you believe in Democratic principles, but you really want decades more of this war and an absurdly conservative Supreme Court for the next 35+ years? Because that's what you're voting for in John McCain.

]]> By: David, CA http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/20/blitzer-dont-count-hillary-clinton-out/#comment-575162 David, CA Wed, 20 Feb 2008 22:15:41 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=5447#comment-575162 The problem for Mrs. Clinton is that there's nothing to "bounce back" from. She hasn't suffered from scandals or impropriety. Rather, she has suffered from slow and agonizing attrition of her supporters to the Obama camp. She has been consistent in her message and in her appeal to voters, but it just isn't enough to overcome Obama. The only way she can stop the attrition is if Obama starts to lose his luster - but that's not enough to win the nomination. The only way she can reverse the trend is if some scandal erupts from the Obama camp - but that's not enough to win the nomination. The only way she can blow out the remaining contests by a significant enough margin to be competitive running up to the convention is if Obama self-destructs. So really, at this point, it's all in Obama's court. All Hillary can do is maintain her stature and cross her fingers. The problem for Mrs. Clinton is that there's nothing to "bounce back" from. She hasn't suffered from scandals or impropriety. Rather, she has suffered from slow and agonizing attrition of her supporters to the Obama camp. She has been consistent in her message and in her appeal to voters, but it just isn't enough to overcome Obama.

The only way she can stop the attrition is if Obama starts to lose his luster – but that's not enough to win the nomination.
The only way she can reverse the trend is if some scandal erupts from the Obama camp – but that's not enough to win the nomination.
The only way she can blow out the remaining contests by a significant enough margin to be competitive running up to the convention is if Obama self-destructs.

So really, at this point, it's all in Obama's court. All Hillary can do is maintain her stature and cross her fingers.

]]> By: curtis stevens http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/20/blitzer-dont-count-hillary-clinton-out/#comment-575161 curtis stevens Wed, 20 Feb 2008 22:15:35 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=5447#comment-575161 Wolf, my friend THE FAT LADY IS SINGING. OVER and O U T! Wolf,

my friend

THE FAT LADY IS SINGING.

OVER and O U T!

]]> By: concerned http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/20/blitzer-dont-count-hillary-clinton-out/#comment-575160 concerned Wed, 20 Feb 2008 22:15:33 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=5447#comment-575160 Yes, CNN and all the "news" stations are responsible for helping Obama create this lead of his with all the Hype and positive AND DISTORTED press they gave to him. My God, it has been close, and all this ‘talk’ about his momentum, really is that news you should be talking about over and over again!!!...tell me is that what we need in a commander in chief, someone who has momentum, don't you think maybe you all should be talking over and over again about other more important issues concerning his abilities, record, and character. Yes, CNN and all the "news" stations are responsible for helping Obama create this lead of his with all the Hype and positive AND DISTORTED press they gave to him. My God, it has been close, and all this ‘talk’ about his momentum, really is that news you should be talking about over and over again!!!...tell me is that what we need in a commander in chief, someone who has momentum, don't you think maybe you all should be talking over and over again about other more important issues concerning his abilities, record, and character.

]]> By: Brenda Jody http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/20/blitzer-dont-count-hillary-clinton-out/#comment-575158 Brenda Jody Wed, 20 Feb 2008 22:15:29 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=5447#comment-575158 Mr. Blitzer, My recent comments of CNN's prejudice against the Clintons does not apply to you but to some of your colleagues. Thank you for your unbiased reporting. Mr. Blitzer,
My recent comments of CNN's prejudice against the Clintons does not apply to you but to some of your colleagues. Thank you for your unbiased reporting.

]]> By: Fran http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/20/blitzer-dont-count-hillary-clinton-out/#comment-575157 Fran Wed, 20 Feb 2008 22:15:08 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=5447#comment-575157 Seems folks don't like her slinging mud?? She just slings facts!! Obama is actually the one slinging mud. After all He did start it and then he cries wolf! Sorry Wolf, not you. But he does whine a lot. He said she is trying to take his delegate?? What is he trying to do to her?? How dumb does he think America is? Well, hopefully people will wake up. Because he is the one that the republicans want to run against and not Hillary. Because she would be a lot tougher to beat. Go Hillary!! Seems folks don't like her slinging mud?? She just slings facts!! Obama is actually the one slinging mud. After all He did start it and then he cries wolf! Sorry Wolf, not you. But he does whine a lot. He said she is trying to take his delegate?? What is he trying to do to her?? How dumb does he think America is? Well, hopefully people will wake up. Because he is the one that the republicans want to run against and not Hillary. Because she would be a lot tougher to beat. Go Hillary!!

]]> By: Gilbert http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/20/blitzer-dont-count-hillary-clinton-out/#comment-575156 Gilbert Wed, 20 Feb 2008 22:15:05 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=5447#comment-575156 Sen Obama is decent and brilliant politician, but I have a lingering doubt that his relative inexperience and youth would be his weakness against the Sen. Mcain who will appear more statesman-like and a lion in political arena especially if or when national security and terrorism would be the main concern. His latest and ongoing attacks are just prelude to more stinging attacks. And what would become of Sen. Clinton's supporters? Would most of them eventually support Sen Obama if he is the nominee? Whomever will be the presidential nominee, it will pose some serious problem for the democrat to win on November. Sen Obama is decent and brilliant politician, but I have a lingering doubt that his relative inexperience and youth would be his weakness against the Sen. Mcain who will appear more statesman-like and a lion in political arena especially if or when national security and terrorism would be the main concern. His latest and ongoing attacks are just prelude to more stinging attacks. And what would become of Sen. Clinton's supporters? Would most of them eventually support Sen Obama if he is the nominee? Whomever will be the presidential nominee, it will pose some serious problem for the democrat to win on November.

]]> By: A. Harrison http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/20/blitzer-dont-count-hillary-clinton-out/#comment-575155 A. Harrison Wed, 20 Feb 2008 22:15:02 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=5447#comment-575155 I smell the media wanting more news ratings. But their right! HILLARY 2008! I Just about lost all respect for Obama. I smell the media wanting more news ratings.

But their right!

HILLARY 2008!

I Just about lost all respect for Obama.

]]> By: Be Good http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/20/blitzer-dont-count-hillary-clinton-out/#comment-575154 Be Good Wed, 20 Feb 2008 22:14:54 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=5447#comment-575154 It is indeed wise to not count the Clintons out yet. My hope is that they will exit gracefully and help build up the Democratic Party for November. My fear is that they will selfishly drag the party down with them. I think Senator Clinton fully expected this primary to be a coronation and has not yet adapted to the reality that a stronger Democratic candidate emerged. It is indeed wise to not count the Clintons out yet. My hope is that they will exit gracefully and help build up the Democratic Party for November. My fear is that they will selfishly drag the party down with them. I think Senator Clinton fully expected this primary to be a coronation and has not yet adapted to the reality that a stronger Democratic candidate emerged.

]]> By: Saleem http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/20/blitzer-dont-count-hillary-clinton-out/#comment-575151 Saleem Wed, 20 Feb 2008 22:14:40 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=5447#comment-575151 Does anyone else think Obama is disrespectful when he makes reference to the same old politics? The people before him have worked hard to bring the country to a state where a woman and a black man are seen as viable contenders for the presidency. McCain almost gave his life for his country. The Clintons have been a champion of civil rights. Does anyone else think Obama is disrespectful when he makes reference to the same old politics? The people before him have worked hard to bring the country to a state where a woman and a black man are seen as viable contenders for the presidency. McCain almost gave his life for his country. The Clintons have been a champion of civil rights.

]]> By: PJW http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/20/blitzer-dont-count-hillary-clinton-out/#comment-575150 PJW Wed, 20 Feb 2008 22:14:30 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=5447#comment-575150 WHAT do you people see in Hillary Clinton?? She speaks in a monotone with a deadpan expression and buggy eyes. She has nothing like the poise her husband ha(d). She bought a Senate seat in a state she had no history of residency in. The biggest job she was given as First Lady FAILED miserably (healthcare reform), and her Travelgate fiasco revealed she has no people skills. Claiming "experience" because sitting in the Senate has made her bum two years numb-er than her opponent's is nonsense. What kind of following would this person have had she not been married to the most popular prez since Kennedy? The only rationale I can figure is that her adoring hordes are actually trying to resurrect the feel-good days of the 90's. They failed to do so by backing Gore in 2000, and this 2008 attempt won't succeed either. When she finally realizes she's fallen way short of election, she'll drop the sham marriage to her increasingly irrelevant husband and quickly fade into obscurity. WHAT do you people see in Hillary Clinton?? She speaks in a monotone with a deadpan expression and buggy eyes. She has nothing like the poise her husband ha(d). She bought a Senate seat in a state she had no history of residency in. The biggest job she was given as First Lady FAILED miserably (healthcare reform), and her Travelgate fiasco revealed she has no people skills. Claiming "experience" because sitting in the Senate has made her bum two years numb-er than her opponent's is nonsense.

What kind of following would this person have had she not been married to the most popular prez since Kennedy? The only rationale I can figure is that her adoring hordes are actually trying to resurrect the feel-good days of the 90's. They failed to do so by backing Gore in 2000, and this 2008 attempt won't succeed either.

When she finally realizes she's fallen way short of election, she'll drop the sham marriage to her increasingly irrelevant husband and quickly fade into obscurity.

]]> By: RealityCheck http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/20/blitzer-dont-count-hillary-clinton-out/#comment-575147 RealityCheck Wed, 20 Feb 2008 22:14:05 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=5447#comment-575147 And, if elected, the Prince of Inspiration would still have to go to work in the political cesspool known as Washington, D.C. He would have to butt heads with John Boehner, Mitch McConnell and the rest of the Mental Defective League. "Inspiration" is great when you're preaching to the choir. It fires up the volunteers. In closed door negotiations it just tends to piss people off. My point is, think long and hard about who is actually best suited to navigate the slime. In the end, with or without comparisons to JFK, MLK or the second coming of Christ, deals are still going to need to get done. That's never going to "change." And, if elected, the Prince of Inspiration would still have to go to work in the political cesspool known as Washington, D.C. He would have to butt heads with John Boehner, Mitch McConnell and the rest of the Mental Defective League. "Inspiration" is great when you're preaching to the choir. It fires up the volunteers. In closed door negotiations it just tends to piss people off.

My point is, think long and hard about who is actually best suited to navigate the slime. In the end, with or without comparisons to JFK, MLK or the second coming of Christ, deals are still going to need to get done. That's never going to "change."

]]> By: peter s brosig http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/20/blitzer-dont-count-hillary-clinton-out/#comment-575146 peter s brosig Wed, 20 Feb 2008 22:14:03 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=5447#comment-575146 she is loosing the only reason she became New York seator in the first place. Secondly Bill will leave after she looses ,about time !!! she is loosing the only reason she became New York seator in the first place. Secondly Bill will leave after she looses ,about time !!!

]]> By: Concerned http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/20/blitzer-dont-count-hillary-clinton-out/#comment-575145 Concerned Wed, 20 Feb 2008 22:13:59 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=5447#comment-575145 They cut from Senator Clinton's speech last night because she LOST. Not only did she lose last night's contests, she once again did not congratulate her opponent--something even John McCain is still doing. Cutting to Obama wasn't bias, it was journalism. There's no apology necessary, jimF. They cut from Senator Clinton's speech last night because she LOST. Not only did she lose last night's contests, she once again did not congratulate her opponent–something even John McCain is still doing. Cutting to Obama wasn't bias, it was journalism. There's no apology necessary, jimF.

]]> By: Peter http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/20/blitzer-dont-count-hillary-clinton-out/#comment-575144 Peter Wed, 20 Feb 2008 22:13:58 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=5447#comment-575144 Firstly, I think Hillary has no shot against McCain, and Obama has a very real shot. That being said, under normal circumstances I would vote for McCain over Hillary in the general election. But, these are not ordinary circumstances. After 8 years of the Bush disaster, we simply need a Democrat in the White House. Obama is the only one that has a real shot against McCain. Firstly, I think Hillary has no shot against McCain, and Obama has a very real shot. That being said, under normal circumstances I would vote for McCain over Hillary in the general election. But, these are not ordinary circumstances. After 8 years of the Bush disaster, we simply need a Democrat in the White House. Obama is the only one that has a real shot against McCain.

]]> By: Ben http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/20/blitzer-dont-count-hillary-clinton-out/#comment-575141 Ben Wed, 20 Feb 2008 22:13:31 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=5447#comment-575141 The reason they cut to Sen. Barack Obama's speech was primarily due to the fact that Hillary Clinton was behind schedule and gave her speech an hour later than she had orginally intended to. Don't go blaming Obama over a move that was keenly made by the Clinton camp to make it appear like it was Barack's fault. If she loses Ohio and Texas, I would hope she would bow out gracefully, rather than fight the political uphill battle to win the parties nomination. The reason they cut to Sen. Barack Obama's speech was primarily due to the fact that Hillary Clinton was behind schedule and gave her speech an hour later than she had orginally intended to. Don't go blaming Obama over a move that was keenly made by the Clinton camp to make it appear like it was Barack's fault. If she loses Ohio and Texas, I would hope she would bow out gracefully, rather than fight the political uphill battle to win the parties nomination.

]]> By: Alice http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/20/blitzer-dont-count-hillary-clinton-out/#comment-575142 Alice Wed, 20 Feb 2008 22:13:29 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=5447#comment-575142 Sounds like a "willfull suspension of disbelief". Sounds like a "willfull suspension of disbelief".

]]> By: AL http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/20/blitzer-dont-count-hillary-clinton-out/#comment-575139 AL Wed, 20 Feb 2008 22:12:55 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=5447#comment-575139 CNN is doing a good job! They showed Clinton's speech AFTER Obama because he WON the night. Hillary will need to win Texas and Ohio to still be in it. It's possible that after such a long drawn out fight that IF she won it wouldn't be by much..and too win..she may do things that make her not all that well liked by all Democrats. Nobody has mentioned May 6th Indiana and North Carolina. They are in one day both close to Chicago and have a large black population, possibly making them pro-Obama..and with as many delegates as Pennsylvania on April 22nd. Twenty years of only two families in the White House is far too long. I agree completely with a woman President some day, perhaps quite soon...just preferably not this one. CNN is doing a good job! They showed Clinton's speech AFTER Obama because he WON the night. Hillary will need to win Texas and Ohio to still be in it. It's possible that after such a long drawn out fight that IF she won it wouldn't be by much..and too win..she may do things that make her not all that well liked by all Democrats. Nobody has mentioned May 6th Indiana and North Carolina. They are in one day both close to Chicago and have a large black population, possibly making them pro-Obama..and with as many delegates as Pennsylvania on April 22nd. Twenty years of only two families in the White House is far too long. I agree completely with a woman President some day, perhaps quite soon...just preferably not this one.

]]> By: jenkins http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/20/blitzer-dont-count-hillary-clinton-out/#comment-575138 jenkins Wed, 20 Feb 2008 22:12:38 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=5447#comment-575138 Hey Tom- That's about all Obama has on his resume is an ivy-league school. Where's the beef? Hey Tom-

That's about all Obama has on his resume is an ivy-league school. Where's the beef?

]]> By: Colton http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/20/blitzer-dont-count-hillary-clinton-out/#comment-575137 Colton Wed, 20 Feb 2008 22:12:35 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=5447#comment-575137 If I were in Obama's team I would not allow Blitzer to be a moderator in the next debate.He seems he is concerned for her . If I were in Obama's team I would not allow Blitzer to be a moderator in the next debate.He seems he is concerned for her .

]]> By: Kevin Michael http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/20/blitzer-dont-count-hillary-clinton-out/#comment-575136 Kevin Michael Wed, 20 Feb 2008 22:12:34 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=5447#comment-575136 Well you truly seem fair and balanced Jim and Charlotte. You berate CNN for doing what every cable network did. You ignored Hillary continuing pattern of not only not acknowledging her opponents victories but also failing to acknowledge her supporters. To call Obama a cheerleader, you have to ignore the incredible campaign he has run. Up against Hillary who is better known, better financed and with the Clinton Machine behind her, he organized a campaign that built a better ground game, spent more wisely, raised more money without lobbyist funds and has progressively eroding her support in every demographic group. To call Obama a cheerleader without substance, you have to ignore the legislation he's written and sponsored during his short time in the US Senate. If Obama is truly a man without substance, it seems strange that his biggest supporters across all demographics are the most educated Americans. They see a man with proven accomplishments with a message they can believe in. America is ready for change. America is ready to believe. Obama has reminded us that we can have something different. We can overcome the fear and division of the past. We can and are coming together for something new and sorely needed in the county. Some like you will ignore the urgent need for change and vote for McCain and the fear and Bush policies of the past. The rest will support Obama in becoming the next President of the USA. America is no longer ready to vote fear. America is ready for hope. America is ready for change. America is ready for Obama to lead us to the fulfillment our dreams. Yes we can. Well you truly seem fair and balanced Jim and Charlotte. You berate CNN for doing what every cable network did. You ignored Hillary continuing pattern of not only not acknowledging her opponents victories but also failing to acknowledge her supporters. To call Obama a cheerleader, you have to ignore the incredible campaign he has run. Up against Hillary who is better known, better financed and with the Clinton Machine behind her, he organized a campaign that built a better ground game, spent more wisely, raised more money without lobbyist funds and has progressively eroding her support in every demographic group. To call Obama a cheerleader without substance, you have to ignore the legislation he's written and sponsored during his short time in the US Senate. If Obama is truly a man without substance, it seems strange that his biggest supporters across all demographics are the most educated Americans. They see a man with proven accomplishments with a message they can believe in. America is ready for change. America is ready to believe. Obama has reminded us that we can have something different. We can overcome the fear and division of the past. We can and are coming together for something new and sorely needed in the county. Some like you will ignore the urgent need for change and vote for McCain and the fear and Bush policies of the past. The rest will support Obama in becoming the next President of the USA. America is no longer ready to vote fear. America is ready for hope. America is ready for change. America is ready for Obama to lead us to the fulfillment our dreams. Yes we can.

]]> By: CarrieW http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/20/blitzer-dont-count-hillary-clinton-out/#comment-575134 CarrieW Wed, 20 Feb 2008 22:12:20 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=5447#comment-575134 CNN has shown over and over again that they want Obama. It's all about what sells the "news". Clinton has the experience and more importantly, the ABILITY, to get us out of the mess 7 years of Bush has gotten us into. That's not what sells news though and Obama will continue to get the publicity because he's flashy. I myself can barely stand to watch CNN anymore because of the obvious one-sided reporting they have resorted to. As far as Obama thinking this is a done deal....think again. It just proves how truely inexperienced the guy is. CNN has shown over and over again that they want Obama. It's all about what sells the "news". Clinton has the experience and more importantly, the ABILITY, to get us out of the mess 7 years of Bush has gotten us into. That's not what sells news though and Obama will continue to get the publicity because he's flashy. I myself can barely stand to watch CNN anymore because of the obvious one-sided reporting they have resorted to.

As far as Obama thinking this is a done deal....think again. It just proves how truely inexperienced the guy is.

]]> By: circuswors http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/20/blitzer-dont-count-hillary-clinton-out/#comment-575128 circuswors Wed, 20 Feb 2008 22:11:31 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=5447#comment-575128 Does anyone have a problem with the fact that Obama refuses to acknowledge that racism exits, refuses to stand with African Americans, and then turns around and speaks like Martin Luther KIng, invokes his "I have a dream?" He also denigrated the politics of the 60's and 70's and praised Regan for putting an end to it. He outright betrays MLK's work on civil rights! Does anyone have a problem with the fact that Obama refuses to acknowledge that racism exits, refuses to stand with African Americans, and then turns around and speaks like Martin Luther KIng, invokes his "I have a dream?" He also denigrated the politics of the 60's and 70's and praised Regan for putting an end to it. He outright betrays MLK's work on civil rights!

]]> By: Byron Goodgame http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/20/blitzer-dont-count-hillary-clinton-out/#comment-575126 Byron Goodgame Wed, 20 Feb 2008 22:11:26 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=5447#comment-575126 It seems very strange to me that Obama is attacking Hillary Clinton on her policies since her policies are in line with the current Democratic Party and his own. I'm especially confused when he calls those policies the same old policies that haven't accomplished anything. At best he's saying that the Democratic Party is a failed Party, which doesn't seem to make sense to me since last time I checked the Republicans have been in the white house. It seems very strange to me that Obama is attacking Hillary Clinton on her policies since her policies are in line with the current Democratic Party and his own. I'm especially confused when he calls those policies the same old policies that haven't accomplished anything. At best he's saying that the Democratic Party is a failed Party, which doesn't seem to make sense to me since last time I checked the Republicans have been in the white house.

]]> By: enomisa http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/20/blitzer-dont-count-hillary-clinton-out/#comment-575125 enomisa Wed, 20 Feb 2008 22:11:22 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=5447#comment-575125 It is not possible for Obama to have a wide, wide lead. The two candidates are so close that the lead could never be considered wide, but just eeking out. Furthermore even wirh the lead, Obama will fall far short of the required delegate count. Having a nominee who fails to gain the minimum delegates needed, will not sit well with many members of the democratic party. If this is how the nomination is won, more democrats will LEAVE the party, after years of faithful participation, than Obama can hope to inspire to his campaign. OBAMA, make no mistake about it, democrats WILL defect from the party. We believe that democrats should select the nominee for the democratic party- we will not stand for republicans, and independents selecting our nominee for us. It is not possible for Obama to have a wide, wide lead. The two candidates are so close that the lead could never be considered wide, but just eeking out.
Furthermore even wirh the lead, Obama will fall far short of the required delegate count.
Having a nominee who fails to gain the minimum delegates needed, will not sit well with many members of the democratic party.
If this is how the nomination is won, more democrats will LEAVE the party, after years of faithful participation, than Obama can hope to inspire to his campaign.
OBAMA, make no mistake about it, democrats WILL defect from the party.
We believe that democrats should select the nominee for the democratic party- we will not stand for republicans, and independents selecting our nominee for us.

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