February 25, 2008
Posted: February 25th, 2008 07:05 AM ET
Obama campaigned in Ohio Sunday. The Clinton campaign is calling on him to denounce an outside group's ad set to be run there.
Obama campaigned in Ohio Sunday. The Clinton campaign is calling on him to denounce an outside group's ad set to be run there.

WASHINGTON (CNN) - Hillary Clinton's presidential campaign strongly criticized Barack Obama Sunday for not condemning an outside group's television ad set to run in Ohio on his behalf.

The campaign says the issue is not the content of the ad, but that the Illinois senator has"flip-flopped" from his previous stance on running these kinds of ads.

Clinton spokesman Howard Wolfson told reporters on a conference call that the campaign has been made aware of an upcoming ad buy from the United Food and Commercial Workers Union set to launch in Ohio on Tuesday. Wolfson said the 1 million-strong union, which backs Obama, is planning on spending "hundreds of thousands of dollars."

Wolfson called on Obama to denounce the ad, and accused him of shifting his stance from late last year, when he criticized similar ads being run on behalf of John Edwards in Iowa.

"What we see is Sen. Obama saying one thing in Iowa when it benefits him, doing another thing in Ohio when it benefits him," Wolfson said. "In Iowa, he criticized this kind of spending, but in Ohio he is largely silent."

The Clinton campaign is also the beneficiary of an outside group's television ad in Ohio. The American Leadership Project, founded by several backers of the New York Democrat, unveiled a pro-Clinton ad last week.

Wolfson said the campaign has no involvement with the group and maintained the issue is not whether outside organizations should be able to run ads.

"The issue is whether or not Sen. Obama will apply to himself the same standards he set on Sen. Edwards," he said. "We did not criticize John Edwards for the activity on his behalf as Barack Obama did."

– CNN Ticker Producer Alexander Mooney

Filed under: Barack Obama • Hillary Clinton


nobama   February 24th, 2008 9:23 pm ET

This man has no integrity whatsoever.

ZedLoch   February 24th, 2008 9:23 pm ET

Obama should say something about this. He's made a case against PACs and 527s and there should be no double standard.

I'm pissed at Hillary gettin 10 mill from her 527, and Obama supporters should be equally outraged by this outside group pulling the same stunt even if it is for him, even it is with good intentions

its these same kinds of groups that swiftboated John Kerry and so they MUST be checked.

HD   February 24th, 2008 9:23 pm ET

There is a similar group (a 527 group supporting the Clintons called American Leadership Project) running campaign ads for the Clintons in Ohio and Texas and that particular group has spent over $10 MILLION for advertising AGAINST Obama. Do you see the Clintons pulling those ads from the air and asking their supporters to stop? No, you do not.

The Clinton campaign needs to stand up for something and focus their campaign on some sort of relevant message. A few weeks ago they stood against "plagarism" only to see Hillary take words from Bill Clintons 1992 campaign and John Edwards 2008 debate appearnce in Iowa and use those same words at the end of the debate last week in Austin, Texas.

Now we see the Clintons go against supporters running ads for Obama in Texas and Ohio; however the 527 group that supports her are spending $10 million and the Clintons say nothing about this.

The Clintons campiagns only stance is that of HYPOCRACY. She needs to bow out and fade away with grace and dignity so my democratic party will not lose to Nadir and McCain in a few months. It is time now to surround and support our nominee who has won the last 11 elections in this race over the past month.

*CNN (the Clinton News Network), Please post my comments. This is the third time I have attempted to submit this comment and you have posted various others that are similar in nature and tons more that support the Clintons that do not contain any factual information.

Breannah Alexander   February 24th, 2008 9:22 pm ET

My advice to the candidates is this, don't run for the top position of the United States and complain when someone has something critical to say about you, simply prove that it is not true and move on. And since she has issues with candidates denouncing smear tactics, why didn't she go after the groups spreading the rumors in reference to Obama's religion? Well Mrs. Clinton, time to change the approach once again, because clearly this one will definitely not work in your favor.

Mike   February 24th, 2008 9:22 pm ET

I will never vote for Obama, he doesn't play old wahshington games but he is always saying one thing and doing it when is convenient for him. He already got the balck vote so forget about showing up last night in NE. He is going after the latino vote now! He has no clue on the debates and repeats everything that Hillary says.

George   February 24th, 2008 9:22 pm ET

vote Hillary before its to late...my GOD this is insane...all theses comments about Hillary are not dems. they are independance just keeping Obama in the news... wake up people... with out the independance voting foe him he will lose... think about it

Mike in AZ   February 24th, 2008 9:21 pm ET

Hillary went ballistic about the Obama flyers. I watched the rerun of the debates and he said the same things verbally to her and the nation. She just sat there and didn't deny or confront him about it.

All of a sudden it is the most important issue on Hillary's list. Pathetic. She is grasping for anything to try and discredit him before the Texas and Ohio voting begins.

Hillary, you say you are tested, that you can handle the tough stuff, and you are ready to lead on day one. After seeing how you handle this, it is clear that you are all talk. Whine, cry, piss and moan with your typical Clinton tactics and immaturity.

You are not the kind of person we need leading this nation.

Matt S   February 24th, 2008 9:21 pm ET

For those of you who have not posted in a while. Or have a comment in general that you would like to share on behalf of this post, please do so.

All I have seen from this campaign game so far is Hillary complaining and getting DOMINATED by Obama and his astonishing ability to give a speech. Obama is so brilliant in his talks and so Knowledgeable that I think he scares HIllary, and that's where a lot of the insincerity comes from with her.

zerville   February 24th, 2008 9:20 pm ET

These are all signs of intense desperation by the Hillary campaign group..All these attacks these past few days on Obama are strategic but they are also dangerous because they could easily backfire..It all depends on how the electorates perceives the whole thing..
But to me its pretty amusing .. To witness Hilary go from someone who was been honored to share stage with Obama in the last Thursday debate at Austin and closing the debate so humanely to a sudden rapid fire attack machine is just a sleaky and a desperate move by someone who wants to become the president at all costs and doesnt seem to be able to acheive winning through fair tactics..

Marlene the Dream   February 24th, 2008 9:20 pm ET

TM – if you're going to post, get it right. Obama is not out there, independently "denouncing" the rights of any voters. The decision to not count the votes/delegates in either Michigan or Florida was a move by the DNC (Howard Dean, et all) as a result of those states making the decision to move their primaries to an earlier date. Everyone understood the penalty before they actually moved their dates. I think the public is very aware of the reason and situation. Get with the program. Just think TM, maybe they'll allow the voting to take place all over again. Then Obama will get the delegates for MI and FL as well! Sleep well...

Excuse Me in Texas   February 24th, 2008 9:18 pm ET

Let me see, a labor union of 1 million strong plans, as an outside organizaiton, to run an ad for Obama...Bill Clinton has a few close friends coughing up millions to fund a 527 campaign for Hillary.

Which one of these would YOU consider to be a SELECT, SPECIAL INTEREST GROUP? I thought so.

Give it up Hillary, it's over. America sees right thru your lame attempts.

Bonnie   February 24th, 2008 9:18 pm ET

"CHANGE" What does this mean? change what? and HOW do you change? I am sick of this self-serving person pulling the wool over everyone's eyes who thinks that change is all we need.
We nedd a leader who is EXPERIENCED, POISED, PROFESSIONAL, CARING, INTELLECTUAL and able to see the cares and concerns of ALL.

GO HILLARY!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Chris from Ohio   February 24th, 2008 9:18 pm ET

I'm a Democrat first. I know who I'm voting for. However, if my candidate does not win in the primary, I will proudly vote for the Democrat in the general election. For all you Democrats that would vote for McCain rather than the candidate that represents our party you need to look at where we are and imagine at least 4 more years of Bush. I don't see how you can be a Clinton or Obama supporter and and are willing to vote for McCain if YOUR candidate does not win. That tells me you were not voting for YOUR candidate on the issues because Clinton and Obama are more alike than you may want to admit especially when you compare them to McCain. I'm a Big Ohio State Football fan but I root for Michigan when they play out of the Big Ten. I know...it was hard for me to admit that but we (Dems) need to snap back to reality.

Corey from Jersey   February 24th, 2008 9:17 pm ET

Is it just me or does Hillary's campaign seem DESPERATE!!? Stop grabbing for straws!

Denise   February 24th, 2008 9:16 pm ET

There are a lot of uninformed people on this blog. I suggest all of you do your research. Is this an attack blog? It seems that there a bunch of know it alls who really know nothing at all. Shame on this blog!!!

Corey from Jersey   February 24th, 2008 9:16 pm ET

Is it just me or does Hillary's campaign seem DEPERATE!!?

NAFTA is Good   February 24th, 2008 9:14 pm ET

Sadly, what's lost in this whole mess is that NAFTA isn't the problem. In fact, neither of these candidates is going to do away with it because they KNOW it's a good thing. Although some jobs get shipped off to Mexico and Canada when you take away trade tariffs, other, more highly specialized jobs come back into the US.

Thus, Hillary WAS correct (although she now denies saying it) that on balance, NAFTA is a good thing for all Americans. The reason unions and manufacturing workers are struggling is because of the terrible economy in general, which can be attributed to a hundred other factors. The one thing that people shouldn't be blaming though is NAFTA...

shanee for Obama   February 24th, 2008 9:14 pm ET

whaaaa whaaa whaaa is right. Hillary has been OUT OF CONTROL this weekend. Showing us that she will do ANYTHING to get to the White House just as her husband did EVERYTHING that he wanted in the White House. Let us not forget a few things

1) Hillary would not be in the running if she wasn't the wife of Clinton...so all of your supporters who are happy there's a woman...let us pray that we get a woman who got there on her own merits.

2) The tactical Harry and Louise hissy fit–was just that. She KNEW about those freakin' things before and she DID support NAFTA and she WOULD support a penalty for people without insurance

3) She has been the dirtiest politician in this entire race! So how DARE she position herself besides John Edwards over and over

4) The plagiarism thing was BS. I didn't write into her for calling Gen Petraus' report "a willing suspension of disbelief" Coleridge would be ashamed.

5) Release your tax return.

The Clintons are SLIME.

obama 08

Hypocrite   February 24th, 2008 9:13 pm ET

in other words...do as I say, not as I do...

typical Hillary nonsense....she is simply not qualified to be President...

Shame on You Hillary   February 24th, 2008 9:13 pm ET

Why is Hillary Clinton spending so much time on tearing Obama down when our country is in absolute turmoil. If the Presidency is what she is seeking, then please Hillary, tell us how you are committed to getting us out of this mess...

Dakota   February 24th, 2008 9:13 pm ET

9 more days until people find out more of the truths about Obama–It is on the way.
Go Hillary
cnn stop putting Obama on a pedesta;–when this election is over ithe bias of cnn toward Obama will be revealed

I didn't know you could write a factual book and let someone else take credit as the author.
We try to teach our young people to respect our flag and salute the National Anthemn–not Obama he admits to that.

Eric   February 24th, 2008 9:12 pm ET

He IS the Washington politician he claimed he wasn't. He is certainly a hypocrite. I don't see how anyone in their right mind could vote for this empty suit

Trev   February 24th, 2008 9:12 pm ET

What a bunch of Obamaknobs. The point is that Obama said the outside ads were bad. Hillary did NOT. Now, however Obama is on the good end of one of the ads so suddenly it is ok. Its like the Obama cult can't comprehend even the most basic argument.

Alec   February 24th, 2008 9:12 pm ET

Keep in mind that the news about the ad just came out. Why don't Obama-bashers even give him a moment's chance to respond to the issue before saying he's just another politician?

Jim, Carbondale, IL   February 24th, 2008 9:11 pm ET

Clinton is once again saying one thing and doing another. She is attacking Obama for not criticizing an outside group criticizing her in Ohio, but she has an outside group criticizing Obama in Texas that she hasn't condemned herself. What a hypocrite!

Kevin, Illinois   February 24th, 2008 9:10 pm ET

So, let me get this right... Hillary and her Husband can distort records and make racial marks, but no one can say anything negative about her... even though it's true?

Get over it Hillary! So much for being "tested and ready" and vetted. lol If she thinks that Barack's supporters are exposing her, what is she going to do when John McCain releases the Barrett Report about the Clinton abuse of Power in the White House?

Grant   February 24th, 2008 9:10 pm ET

Hilary Clinton has shown with her desperate grasp for power to be completely incapable of changing Washington. Her intemperate response to a challenge to her presumptive smooth road to the nomination has shown me that she is not fit to be President for all her vaunted experience. My vote has switched and is firmly behind Mr. Obama.

JD   February 24th, 2008 9:10 pm ET

I can't get any of my comments approved, yet Amparo can make vulgar references?

Leathal   February 24th, 2008 9:10 pm ET

Nice reading 'From PA'
I totally agree. I, for one, am tired of hearing Obama talk. I'm not stupid, and can see right through what he says....NOTHING. My gosh what are people thinking. He isn't going to change anything. Obama has his own issues that no one is making him face up to and dance to the music. Maybe Tuesday he will have to. And if Hillary clamps down on him, there will be more complaints. People WAKE UP.

josephine gardner   February 24th, 2008 9:09 pm ET

obama is not a good candidate because he is all about obama not our people of the world.

Carl   February 24th, 2008 9:09 pm ET

To the Hillary poster who says Obama applied NAFTA to South America - I highly recommend you look up what the initials "NA" stand for in that acronym. I really hope you were kidding...

Jen, California   February 24th, 2008 9:08 pm ET

Come on! I can't stand this. Enough worrying about what the other side is doing and focus on what you're doing. This is for each camp. I mean people are not going to be swayed (by this point), I don't think, by pointing out these little things. I'd much rather hear about what each of the camps stands for, instead of what they find exception to when it comes to the other, just because they want to try and paint them as the bad and them as the good. Enough already. I cannot wait 'til March 4th.

Jas   February 24th, 2008 9:07 pm ET

In light of recent events in the news I have changed the order of my vote:
1. Clinton
2. Nader
3. McCain
4. Castro (Raul)
5. Castro (Fidel)
6. Bozo
7. Obama

Jessica F   February 24th, 2008 9:07 pm ET

I am just tired of listening Barak talking about change. What change?
Media just being unfair and full of hatred to the Clintons. therefore Obama made that far.
Recently in texas Obama was courting the latinos for vote, he stressed on free trade for the latinos country just because he wants them to vote for him. Like he did in Louisiana for the african american. They invited him to take place in fixing the state he was no where to be found. That's just great. He got the vote he does not need them anymore.
He makes one mistake the latinos in texas are not going to forgive him. Because he wen to Ohio and tell them Clinton vote for Nafta that's going to take job away from people of Ohio and land it over to the latinos country. That's silly. They still have to vote in texas. If the latinos know who they really are you not going to get one vote from them.
Now we know why were urging them to vote quick during your speeches in houston and san antonio. because you knew you would make them upset in Ohio. That was a dum move because 97% are yet to vote.
You are unfortunate because the Ohio people are not going to buy you lies against Clinton. Nice try Mr change. Mr hope. Remember Republican has a storage ready for you. If John Edward was a strong man he should have endorsed Clinton long time because Clinton re4present his core value. plus the way Kerry endorsed was a slap in his faceGo clinton.
Mr obama should think Cnn because they make him here. Jon king last time should ask Obama questions about Michelle comments like they did for Clinton. Specially when Mr uniter said my people would not vote for Clinton. and his wife added Clinton does not represent my value i do not think i would voted for her. At that time she was down 100 delegates, now she is ahead, she thinks they are going backing each other. In all Cnn comments Mcnbc they've challenged them once. You want to make me believe this is a race.? I do not think so.
He went after Hillary for her Healthcare, At least obama notice she got a better one. for example what she meant was you can go to the hospital and ask if you can apply for insurance, so you need to have a plan. bingo now you got it.
Texas wake up. Ohio stand up, Rode Island vermont if you give Clinton a chance you will see that's worth the effort. she can fight for you.

Thomas   February 24th, 2008 9:07 pm ET

Oh and there goes Brad blaming Obama supporters for giving the election to the Republicans if they don't vote for Clinton and then in the same breath saying if Obama wins "Hillary Democrats, would rather vote for McCain, myself included, than Obama." Nice logic. Even her supporters are starting to demonstrate the Clinton hypocracy.

al   February 24th, 2008 9:07 pm ET

Does anyone wonder what Obama is doodling the entire time Clinton is speaking? I'm guessing stick figures. VOTE FOR HILLARY!

Chad   February 24th, 2008 9:06 pm ET

I just hope when she does give up that she endorses Obama and helps rally the Democrats behind him. All this talk of saying you'll vote for McCain if Obama wins is nonsense. DO YOU ALL WANT TO BE IN IRAQ FOR 100 YEARS?? Do you want another Bush in the office?? Obama has younger kids, you can bet any decision he makes he'll be thinking of them first. Stop being so immature.

Donah   February 24th, 2008 9:06 pm ET

I wish you Obama mamas get stuck in his slime´.... Donah////

calvin   February 24th, 2008 9:05 pm ET

I WAS FOR HILLARY INTIL YESTERDAY DUE TO THE WAY SHE CAN GIVE IT BUT CANT TAKE IT

OBAMA 08

Joni   February 24th, 2008 9:03 pm ET

Smart Women, Foolish Choices – - To all voting women of America, For the first time in you life a legit Woman candidate is running to be President and many of you are abandoning her for Obama. Not that Obama is bad. Either of them will make a good president. But if you do not believe in your own cause, a woman's cause, a mother's cause and support Hillary, why should America support women's causes, I mean your causes?

Bobby R.   February 24th, 2008 9:01 pm ET

Give me a break. Obama's campaign is chock full of hypocritical and underhanded tactics. His game plan is a relatively simple one, and has been quite effective in large part because his surrogates and the media set things up early on to distort any and alll legitimate critique of his lack of experience, lack of specifics, past "record" - what little there is - etc. as something untoward and nefarious (i.e., racist, witchy, cold and calculating, blah, blah, blah). Having sufficiently stymied any opposition, his campaign has gone on to run all kinds of attack ads, misrepresent Sen. Clinton's positions, talk out of two sides of his mouth, ad nauseum.

The truth is when something conveniences Obama, he is all for it. When it could adversely effect him, he's against it, or it is racist, or it's the "establishment" coming after the "insurgent."

He has misrepresented his position on the war by making it seem like he has always been far clearer and definitive on it than the overall context, timing, and his voting record would suggest.

He has not been forthright on his relationship and dealings with Rezko. 4 or 5 hours of work in a firm. What about the 20+ year relationship and past dealings with him?

He has misrepresented his position on NAFTA. Again, leaving the impression that he has always been far clearer and definitive on it than the complete record would suggest.

He signed a commitment to use the public financing system if he were the nominee, and now that he has collected so much $ he is more than waffling. (Much of his contributions I would add has come from Republicans who would prefer to run against him over Hillary as they view him as far easier to beat once he is ACTUALLY vetted.)

He has railed against lobbyists, but has taken money from some of the biggest rainmaker attorneys and firms for some of the biggest lobbying firms out there (i.e., a huge and powerful pro-pharmaceutical lobbying firm for one).

He has railed against 527 ads when others have used them, has previously stated that he would not, and has seemingly now changed his tune on that.

The list goes on and on, and, if he is the Democratic nominee, trust me: it will grow much longer over the summer as the media's love affair finally begins to fade away, as it inevitably will.

At the end of the day, this guy is the same type of politician playing the same type of political games as any other. The key differences, though, are that he is sorely lacking experience, and that he is arrogant beyond belief. In fact, he makes George W. Bush look like one of the most humble men around - and that is really saying something!!!!

Hillary for President.

Thomas   February 24th, 2008 9:01 pm ET

I love listening to the Clinton supporters. "If you don't agree with us then you are an idiot who has been duped." I'm glad to see at least some of you democrats have finally caught on to the Clinton hypocracy. And for all you Clintonites, for all of her experience can you name any significant achievements? I'm tired of hearing how she is all about solutions and not talk and has achieved so much on the very issues that remain significant problems in this country. I guess because she tells us she has achieved so much we should just believe her.

calvinvirgil   February 24th, 2008 9:01 pm ET

i do not think the clinton name needs to be put back in the history books as the commander and chief. let some other woman do it for first woman president some lady that did it all on
her own and not the help of a former commander n chief that happens to be her husband. i wanna see america go forward not back to a clinton president.. DO you think that your current president set the usa back enough already. watch ... listen..... feel...... obama 08......or do you prefer hillary clinton your comander – n-chief....

ben stillman   February 24th, 2008 9:00 pm ET

The phrase "clutching at straws" comes to mind. I do know how Hillary could become more liked, though. She could drop out of the race.

calvin   February 24th, 2008 8:59 pm ET

I REALY THANK ITS OVER FOR HILLARY

leslie   February 24th, 2008 8:59 pm ET

I wish CNN would quit picking up every nonsense conference call item or fax they get from the Clinton campaign. This is just plain silly what the Clinton campaign is trying to do at the end of a poorly run campaign.

Jimmy O   February 24th, 2008 8:58 pm ET

This is so petty and stupid. Hillary's campaign has 527 groups running ads on her behalf, and they expect Barack's campaign to fold their arms and not do anything. Not sure who is in charge of Hillary's campaign anymore, but the actions of the campaign appear schizophrenic these days..

calvin   February 24th, 2008 8:58 pm ET

I REALY THANK THIS IS OVER FOR HILLARY LETS FACE IT

Sam   February 24th, 2008 8:58 pm ET

I have worked in the auto industry for more than a decade. The way to create wealth is not no by shipping jobs to China, India, Mexico, or other countries. Real wealth is generated by producing products for the home market here in the USA and abroad. NAFTA has been a disaster in middle America in Ohio, Michigan, and PA. It this change was not Xeroxed to use Mrs. Clinton's words. It was change pursued and approved during the Clinton years. No tactical posturing or spining will change the truth.

Grif   February 24th, 2008 8:57 pm ET

Hypocrisy! Wake up America, your next!!!

Third world, her you go. Russia, China, yes and even Chaves: will be so much bigger than you. How can you let an illusion, of Obama, the gamma rays? Waste your kids

Danielle, OH   February 24th, 2008 8:57 pm ET

Get'em Girl !!!

Clinton or McCain '08

ABBO... Anybody but OBAMA!!!

IA. Democrat   February 24th, 2008 8:57 pm ET

BOB'S post.... She did NOT vote for NAFTA, she wasn't even in public office at that time!

FactCheck: Senator Clinton DID SUPPORT NAFTA while First Lady; now against CAFTA. (Oct 2007)

Timo Garcia   February 24th, 2008 8:56 pm ET

I really fo give up you americans. you;re still too stupid to pick a qualified president.

One clueless republican followed by a clueless democrat.

Or you could start thinking, stop recycling republican BS, and vote for hillary

Sick N Tired   February 24th, 2008 8:56 pm ET

Obama's a loser! When are all the sheep going to wake up and go astray of the heard.

I have never seen such a bunch sheep with blinders on in my life!

WAKE UP ALL YOU LOST OBAMA SHEEP BEFORE IT'S TOO LATE!!!

Marty   February 24th, 2008 8:55 pm ET

Hillary's experience soon will count life before birth

When Senator Clinton apologized at the State of the Black Union forum for her husband's inept remarks, she added that "...our task is to go forward with the agenda that all of us agree upon. That is what I have done my entire life, on behalf of civil rights and women's rights and human rights."

All her life? Before she learned to walk? From kindergarden? She has overstated her experience throughout this campaign. Soon we'll be hearing that she's been working for the American people since the moment of her conception.

Peace   February 24th, 2008 8:55 pm ET

Obama is playing old poltics ... please, you talk about new ideas... your ideas are the same like old dirty politcs.
if he wins the nominee, I'll vote Nader.

PCS / North Carolina   February 24th, 2008 8:54 pm ET

Susan wrote February 24th, 2008 5:27 pm ET

"I can't wait to vote for McCain!"

Yes you can , if you don't mind this merciless war, spending 8-10billion a month, outsourcing jobs (NAFTA), tax cuts to the wealthiest 1% of this country, skyrocketing Medical bills / deductibles, and insane compensations for publicly traded company CEO's.
Your vote for a Republican, will be a vote for China and India to over run our country in 15yrs.

calvin   February 24th, 2008 8:53 pm ET

BYE BYE HILLARY
BYE BYE HILLARY

GOOD BYE

Timo Garcia   February 24th, 2008 8:53 pm ET

OBAMA = OVERRATED

SetItStraight   February 24th, 2008 8:53 pm ET

Obama is the agent of Change but hides behind "but Hillary did it" what a bunch of bull. I see that it will be politics as usual regardless of what Obama says and all these clueless people will follow until they are cheated like all the chumps who supported Bush. Obama is a smarter Bush, that is all.

Lucas, Nashville TN   February 24th, 2008 8:52 pm ET

Hillary – people don't like you anymore. And they will spend money to tell people about it. Suck it up.

How would she be as President? She can't even take the heat of a primary without losing her marbles.

Timo Garcia   February 24th, 2008 8:52 pm ET

all you imature obama folks really arent doing your guy any favors when you make me want to vote for mccain. at least he's got some integrity!

Chris, Texas   February 24th, 2008 8:51 pm ET

All Obama talks about is hope, change and momentum. I want a presidential sounding candidate with more expierience, not so much of a inspirational talking one. That is why I have chosen to vote for Hillary Clinton. GO HILLARY!

Gretchen Godfrey   February 24th, 2008 8:06 pm ET

Let's talk about O' s 800 bills. Last year, per the gpoaccess site, there were 2657 bills in the senate. Given that the claim by O is he introduced 800, he is responsible for prox 30% of them? I sure hope not. What is a bill? Well, it could be to rename a PO after a local hero, to mint an honorary coin, to rename a park, to sponser a
America Saves week, to reauthorize an expenditure, to award a gold medal, for the relief of a named person (for whatever reason), to empower women in Afghanistan, to scold someone for some misdeed, or to rename a child center after Eunice Kennedy Shriver
(one of O's?), or as S1899 says, to "require every American to have health care coverage (not from O or Clinton). I guess O, with his overwhelming number of bills, has literally maintained the business of the senate. Before making haughty sounding claims, one needs to research carefully. As is much of O, a lot of empty air. However, if one chooses to breathe that air, that is an American right.

Jennifer   February 24th, 2008 7:49 pm ET

CNN stop jumping in on the obama wagon.
I love the idea of how hope is going to change things, But wake up you cannot " waive a magic wand". Obama may be a nice juy but nice does not put bread on the table.

Go Tina Fay

Hillary 08

independent   February 24th, 2008 7:49 pm ET

she's not saying the ads are bad, she's saying being an opportunist and a liar is bad. and she's right.

Fred   February 24th, 2008 7:49 pm ET

Hillary is just a winer always has been. Not what I am looking for in a Pres.

ohiovoter   February 24th, 2008 7:47 pm ET

I think Clinton brings up some very good points about Obama.
I have not yet decided who will get my vote on March 4 but i
increasingly become leery of Obama. His answers about his
ideas for personal patriotism are something i find troubling.
For God's sakes if you really love this country and you want to
be President you need to show me. What is so wrong with wearing
a patriotic pin, or putting your hand over your heart. The answer
that those requirements would disqualify half of the people in a football stadium just goes nowhere with me.
The talk and dance i have heard about this from Obama is something i find stunning.

Justin   February 24th, 2008 7:46 pm ET

Hillary uses 527's.

king   February 24th, 2008 7:45 pm ET

she talks all the time ,about obama plan leaves out 50 million people.no one was sayin anything.now he's pointing out the faults in her plan,which is the truth.she gets mad,along with her suppoters.the truth hurts.

Democrat Voter   February 24th, 2008 7:43 pm ET

Obama should hold himself to the same standard that he holds other people to. His constant flip-flopping to whatever position benefits him most is a little disturbing. Obama is turning out to be the worst kind of politician as usual:

He’s hypocritical to the end.

moderate dem   February 24th, 2008 7:43 pm ET

What's with Obama? He states that the mailer is accurate and stands behind it? She was the First Lady and Carl Bernstein has stated numerous times on CNN that during that period, it was one of the policies of that time that she was vocally AGAINST.

The woman bashing has reached new heights. And Obama, part of the shame you should feel is the ad against her healthcare plan as " taking peoples wages who can't afford it" and "garnishing wages" is almost plagerized right out of the old republican attacks and insurance company fear attacks against Sen Clinton when she first tried to get healthcare for EVERY person in this country.

Should I run crying that my wages are "garnished" for Social Security or for Medicare? Two of the greatest entitlements ever given to the citizens of this great country.

You could have said you would review the ads instead of blindly saying they were accurate and you support them. And what's with the poor me routine? You would be treated differently if you "lost the way she has"? How can you discount the almost equal amount of voters that have voted for her as for you. This is not the audacity of hope but the audacity of arrogance.

You lost my vote.

CNN Bias   February 24th, 2008 7:43 pm ET

It's my understanding that Hillary is leading in the primaries in both Texas and Ohio. Why is CNN not promoting this? Has CNN employed all Obama supporters? It would also be appropriate to have analyst from both sides. CNN's current approach influences votes.

B. - NYC   February 24th, 2008 7:41 pm ET

The Clinton campaign is right, Obama has lied again and every time they do, it's the same old "what is the big deal, point the blame, politics as usual" line...
Mr. Obama has never done anything for his state, never done anything for our country, never owned a business and people actually think he should have the most important job on the Planet... Oh, OK.

Texas 4 HILLARY   February 24th, 2008 7:41 pm ET

BYEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE Obama. Those Obama fans, what changes do you want this guy bring for you?
Hillary will win!!

Chin   February 24th, 2008 7:41 pm ET

Obama win, good for China:
I am happy to see Obama win, he is a well decorated empty box. He might win American Idol. Good for China . No strong economy,United State could never back to its heyday. It's economy, stupit.

D R   February 24th, 2008 7:40 pm ET

Isn't this the same family we spent tax dollars on to investigate for possible impeachment? Didn't Hillary fail at health care reform once before? Did her husband push NAFTA through? Come on America, do you really want these losers back in our white house?

Gretchen Godfrey   February 24th, 2008 6:45 pm ET

to John: over 800 bills. Something the pundits have said. However, have you ever thought how many bills is realistic for one senator to sponsor? Does this country need 800 more bills? I would like to see the average number of bills a typical senator actually introduces. If he has sponsored over 800, how many have changed your life John?

Matthew   February 24th, 2008 6:30 pm ET

I think many of you are missing the point. It is not hypocritical that Hillary is asking Obama to denounce this ad while she herself permits outsiders to run ads for her. Why? Because Hillary has never spoken out against these kinds of ads being run. In fact, the only hypocrisy is the one she is pointing out; Senator Obama has condemned these kinds of ads in the past, and his silence now is a convenient reversal of position when it benefits him. The problem lies in the fact that Senator Obama's campaign revolves around "change" and a "new kind of politics," and yet his flip-flopping on this issue indicates the same old politics that he himself is denouncing to further his campaign.

Rachael   February 24th, 2008 6:29 pm ET

You know, I almost fell for this kind of tactic, and then I realized Clinton lost the last 11 primaries & caucases.

I find it disturbing that she said she was *honored* to be with Obama onstage then a couple of days later she blasts him regarding a political mailer...it's ridiculous and it's hypocrisy. Senator Clinton is just like the other Washington *Insiders*.

Change is voting for a fresh face in the White House, and Clinton is not a fresh face, she's an old face. And talking of experience...she really hasn't been a Senator for that long either, so really, she's not any more experienced than Sen. Obama is. I don't think being Arkansas' or the U.S First lady, really counts as first hand "experience". She worked in the private sector just like Senator Obama did before he ran for public office.

So, who is she to bring Sen. Obama down for experience? Go Obama!

linda hemmingsen   February 24th, 2008 6:29 pm ET

Obama is a fraud.!he says one thing then has his staff do negative misleading attacks. LIsten to all you people of the obama camp wishing hillary dead, etc. wow!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! and obama is about change and uniting people bull....! he is the slick poltiction who is pulling the wool over your eyes.as far as your followers they sound like the young immature radicals that we see at rallies throwing things and disfacing buildings etc. i wonder if obama's radical days of protest are rubbing off on them. america doesn't need hateful things andviolence brought back to them .eg. obama didn't attend there was death threats to the one holding the forum. Give me a break this is getting ridiculose.The reson so many of you are throwing such hatred at hillary is because you are scared because deep down you know she is the best candiagate and it worrries you that obama can loose.when resko goes to trial you will find out what kind of person you are standing behind. oh and as a canadian i see he has a gotten a free ride but it is over now. your country need s someone to bring you back from the mess of george bush. Obama is not the person ,he is not telling the truth that he voted against the war, he wasn't there and it is wrong for him to keep saying it. anyways the republicans cherry picked the information and presented it as facts. 89&of the us was in agreement to go to war during that time. so give hillary a break you don't understand anything. if i was her i would be suing the pants off all of you for the lies and distortions you are saying here. and the threat of her dieing man that should be looked into after all she is a first lady and the fbi should look at such threat you idiots.

Interesting   February 24th, 2008 6:28 pm ET

This is pathetic. This is her final strategy...make him look disingenuous.

But it's to late. This will only hamper us all in the general election.

frank   February 24th, 2008 6:28 pm ET

this guy will never reach to even become democratic nomination he is decieveful ,flip-flop ,misleading,giving false hope"CHANGE" and he has been lacking in recent debates of being specific what a empty drumm. Hillary the right and ultimate choice for the president of the united states.

miami   February 24th, 2008 6:26 pm ET

The new Clinton tactic – shrew.

IA. Democrat   February 24th, 2008 6:25 pm ET

Obama will win in Texas and Ohio-

YES we can...2008

AJ   February 24th, 2008 6:25 pm ET

GOD I HOPE TEXAS AND OHIO STOP THIS CRAZINESS. BEFORE IT'S TOO LATE AND THE REPUBLICANS TAKE THE WHITEHOUSE. OBAMA IS NOT COMPETITION FOR THE REPUBLICAN PARTY. MARK OUR WORDS EVERYTHING THE MEDIA HASN'T PUT OUT WILL COME OUT EVENTUALLY. IT'S ISNT THE INDEPENDENTS OR REPUBLICANS VOTING FOR OBAMA WHO WILL BE SORRY. IT WILL BE THE DEMOCRATS THAT VOTED FOR A GUY WHO DOESN'T HAVE A CHANCE.

Phyllis, Dallas TX   February 24th, 2008 6:25 pm ET

This is border line crazy............!!

So Hillary can have an outside group put up ads for her, but if Sen. Obama does the same thing, then there is an issue?

This is getting very tiresome.

Black Man For Hillary inTexas   February 24th, 2008 6:25 pm ET

I AGREE WE HAVE TO VOTE FOR PROVEN LEADERSHIP AND EXPERIENCE! WE JUST CAN'T VOTE FOR OBAMA. HIS RESUME IS EMPTY BUT HE WANTS TO SWEET TALK HIS WAY INTO THE NOMINATION! BLACK PEOPLE WAKE UP AND REALIZE THAT HILLARY CLINTON REALLY WILL HELP ALL PEOPLE. Please Research Obama before you cast your vote. Knowledge is Power. Please vote based on the content and not the color of skin!

Tim   February 24th, 2008 6:25 pm ET

She is pathetic...

Mitch   February 24th, 2008 6:25 pm ET

I think everyone is missing a big point. If Hillary stops her campaign, Wolfson would be out of a job and lose out on a whole lot of money...that's the only reason he doens't care what happens to the democrated party...he only cares about his bank account. I wonder why no one else is picking up on this...the man is a snake and cares about one thing and one thing only...money...to bad Hillary can't see this because of her desperation for wanting to be president at any cost...SHAME ON YOU HILLARY

Rachel   February 24th, 2008 6:24 pm ET

Many of you Obama supporters don't understand the basis of this issue. It is not that the ad is running, it is that Obama denounced Edwards for running this kind of ad. Now the fact that Obama's staff sent out an email earlier this month stating that the American Leadership Project is something like a Swift Boat Veterans for Truth – this just goes to show the hypocrisy of Obama's campaign.

Obama can't just say "oh i don't condone what they're doing". If he really was against this type of campaigning, he could have easily had it stopped. He chose not too, being that he is behind in the polls.

MariaofLuna   February 24th, 2008 6:23 pm ET

I think you all are missing the point. Obama criticized Edwards for the same thing he’s doing, Clinton didn’t. All Clinton’s campaign is doing is pointing out Obama’s flip-flopping ways. Geeez, he reminds me of Vlade when he played for LA Lakers and Sacramento Kings.

And while I’m here, can someone please address the following for me, I need to hear his side:

Why did Obama take a Captain’s remarks out of context at the last debate?

Why is he sending misleading campaign material? (Factfinders.org)

Why he couldn’t make it to the State of the Black Union?
(I’m sure it wasn’t a last minute invite……he must have be able to schedule this stop, months ago.)

Why is he pirating Clinton’s blueprints and ideas?
(I don’t think he has any plans on how to implement his “Change”, and yes I’ve read everything on his site. Does the word Xerox come to mind?)

Actually I’m an Independent, and had plans to vote for him; until Michelle opened her mouth; I just can’t stand the idea of Michelle being first lady………..

And while we’re on the subject of his wife, why hasn’t he and Michelle paid back their government student loans? That’s what Michelle said in an interview with Katie. She also said she didn’t want to do this; she’s only doing it for Barak, same interview. Then there’s always the remark about his ego and how she keeps it in check.

Obama stated he started running for President two years ago………well he’s only been in the Senate for barely three years………..Hummmmmm

Oh yea, let’s not forget……..He been going to the same Christian Church, with a minster that supports Lois Farrakhan, for 20 years, what happened to the first 26 years of his life?

Why is Barak Obama called an African-American? Only his father was from Kenya, his mother is white. Are you applying that old percentage rule?

Just some questions to think about……….

Aaargh! in Texas   February 24th, 2008 6:23 pm ET

Leigh, one more thing. How can you say that those children are part of the 15 million uncovered under the Obama plan, WHEN IT HASN'T EVEN TAKEN EFFECT YET? HELLO! HOW IS THIS OBAMA'S FAULT?

You're clearly selectively listening to Hillary's unproven slogans: 35 years of experience, 15 million uninsured, mandated (FORCED) universal health care, change you can Xerox!

If you were moved by her "touching" closing statement in the Austin debate, I hope you realized that she PLAGIARIZED both Sen. Edwards and her own husband in one breath, while she had the AUDACITY to preach that your campaign words should be your own in the very same debate. HYPOCRITE!

Ray - NJ   February 24th, 2008 6:23 pm ET

This is not about what Hillary has done. OBAMA is the one who said he wants "CHANGE" but is acting like everyone else. What a HYPOCRITE he is and you cult members are so blind to this.

Peter Kavanagh   February 24th, 2008 6:22 pm ET

" its time for this fairy tale to come to an end ". Wow out of cash and out of idea's all you can do is constantly talk about the other guy .
Bill Clinton is now asking supporters to cough up $1.9 million so that people can see a commercial based on her finally comments in the debate . I guess they regret now spending $25 000 on 4 nts at the Bellagio .

Its over Clinton's . Bow out gracefully , the Totanic didn't make this much of a fuss on the way down .

Fran   February 24th, 2008 6:22 pm ET

Obama supporters, stop taking things out of context and look at what is actually being said about your candidate. It's time for all of the Obama supporters to grow-up. Look at how your candidate has twisted and turned things in his favor on a regular basis. He can dish it out but he can not take it. He constantly has to say "That's not what I said" or "That's not what I meant." Do any Obama supporters actually listen to what he is saying. Not only does he use other people's words in his speeches, but he also uses Senator Clinton's words on the issues. In a speech in not too long ago, Obama said that "Every American will have health care coverage" because of his "Universal" health care system. Gee, that sounded so much like Hillary Clinton, because under her plan everyone will have coverage. I am so sick and tired of reading these blogs, knocking down Senator Clinton, when in fact it is Obama supporters who need to get a clue. Wake up...your candidate is not all he is cracked up to be. Start questioning his lack of consistency and how he manipulates every situation to fit his needs. He is the one with the double standard. And of course, according to the press he can do no wrong. I really wish everyone would start asking Obama how he is going to fund all of these “changes.” He can’t fund it with the money he will save by pulling troops out of Iraq. That money is borrowed money, not a surplus. He always says he is ready to debate, but he never does. He talks in circles and never really answers a question. He has no platform to stand on and if you say he does have a platform, then look at previous speeches and debates given by Senator Clinton and John Edwards and you will find where his platform has come from. Maybe his lack substance stems from his lack of accomplishments in his previous political career. Look at his minimal record in the Senate and you will find that Hillary Clinton reached across the aisle many times more than he ever has. Yet, he wants to be the person who unites everyone. Stop being swayed by inspirational speeches and start looking at the facts. Why do you think the press is so lenient on him, because the republicans have a much greater chance of winning against him. And that is in the best interest of the large media corporations.

mike   February 24th, 2008 6:21 pm ET

What's next? HRC crying in public because she met a mother who couldn't afford cosmetic surgery? Give me a break. Where will her health care plan end? Free dental, free lasik, free everything for illegal residents? Her health care plan is a solution that has no problem – it's become a self-fulfilling prophesy that we need "universal healt care" – only because it's her issue. Voters, please step back and ask yourselves what's broken that needs fixed, and at what cost?

Trenchtownrock   February 24th, 2008 6:21 pm ET

I did my research Leigh and your candidate is out of control. She thinks she is the chosen one, and now that she is getting her behind kicked she is pulling out all the stops to win. The clintons are a disgrace. They have continually hurt the democratic party and we need to bid them farewell. If they had done there job when they were in power we wouldn't have another Bush in office who has ruin the country. Now more Clintons, let an Obama get rid of the Bushes for good. Hillary goodnite and goodbye...stay humble Obama.

Whoa Girl....Take a Vacation   February 24th, 2008 6:20 pm ET

Aside from her campaign's blatant hypocisy, is it my imagination or does Hillary actually appear to be losing it? I don't mean just this primary, I mean, her marbles. She looked bizarre punching the air w/ that campaign flyer that stated accurate facts; now Obama ads an endorser is putting out when her supporters are doing the same - is she whack? Bipolor? How do you go from that sensitive feel good, patriotic, teary-eyed closing at the Texas debate to vicious attack machine in a matter of days? Good acting? Somehow, I feel like we're watching the beginnings of the political version of the Britney trainwreck................

Connie   February 24th, 2008 6:20 pm ET

PLEASE!!! Am I the only one who is sick of Clinton's whining, pouting and out right lies?? Almost everything she accuses Sen. Obama of she has been and continues to be guilty of herself!
Also, is it my imagination or has CNN been giving more airtime to Clinton than Obama? I've watched the coverage almost 16 hours a day (retired) so I get to see most of it and it seems I only see "sound bites" from Sen. Obama while Clinton's boring, hysterical, cynical speeches and attacks are shown almost every 5 minutes!! What's up with the lack of equal time?
Lastly, if the candidates are making live speeches, can CNN just allow them to speak without interrupting (except where needed for commercials) and stop imposing their "spin/analysis" on us before they can even finish? The American people ARE capable of judging for themselves, a concept CNN and all these stations seem unaware of. It is very frustrating and after the elections I plan to go back to local news exclusively!

Sukie - Oregon   February 24th, 2008 6:19 pm ET

I belong to SEIU and I have no intention to vote for Obama.

I agree with many posts who say he has no substantive experience. In fact, Obama has not completed one term as a US senator, and of his first four years he has campaigned for two of them (per his own words during the last debate).

I will vote for Nader if Obama gets the Dem nomination. I have never voted for Nader before, but I do NOT want Obama to win.

Keep in mind that Hillary has a huge voting base even though so far she is slightly behind Obama. Those who support Hillary do so because they don't support Obama.

Many of Hillary's voters will NOT vote for Obama. That leaves McCain, Nader, or no one.

Aaargh! in Texas   February 24th, 2008 6:19 pm ET

Leigh, are you really that ignorant? Why don't you research Obama's accomplishments before you shoot off about what he's done. He's authored over 200 pieces of legislation, to about Hillary's 20 (most of those about renaming buildings).

You plea to look at the issues, but it seems that you dont' even know what they are or what they stand for. You take your spoonfeeding like the other Clintonites and run with it.

I agree with you though, you need to vote SMART and do your RESEARCH!

IA. Democrat   February 24th, 2008 6:18 pm ET

Hillary, Hillary, Hillary, -Let's stop with the hypocrisy.

Fact is, she did support NAFTA, which was a proposal championed by her husband. Her Universal health care plan will mandate that all Americans be represented – So what's the argument?

Like many of the Clintonites who are posting here, Senator Clinton and her "silly" campaign staff are becoming increasingly delusional.

She is finished and It is definately time for her to move on.

Missy   February 24th, 2008 6:18 pm ET

Talk about spin....

It isn't the matter of whether outside organizations get involved in ads, it is that Obama switched his stance when it benefited him to smear John Edwards. He has done this on numerous occasions. While Clinton does not say she is against lobbyists, Obama says he is (then isn't). Obama was all about not running negative campaign (then goes negativet). Obama is going to think, say and do things differently than old politics (then hasn't & isn't). Obama said the he didn't know how he would have voted on the war if he had had to, but then becomes the anti-war candidate. Obama implies that he is against NAFTA, but just wants to change some things about it and has voted the same as Clinton on trade issues. Obama said that he just did 5-7 hours of work for Rezko, but actually had known and had been connected with him for over 17 years. Obama is no MLK because MLK wrote his own speeches and walked the walk for civil rights.... I'm quite certain he would have attended the State of the Black Union address.... I could go on and on, but bloggers are getting much more educated.

At least Hillary doesn't claim to be JFK, MLK or new Washington. The distorted facts should be disturbing to all Americans, not just Hillary supporters.

Warren   February 24th, 2008 6:18 pm ET

The best Democratic candidate is out of the running and I don't blame him for dropping out with the obvious Racial / Gender that laid ahead. I don't like either and sure can't stand McCain ( a Bush Puppet). I and I hope all Independents will vote for Nader. We DO NEED Change which will not come with any Demo or Repub.
This election is same as the past ones, NO DECENT Candidates from D or R!

procrastinator   February 24th, 2008 6:18 pm ET

Hillary's proven record is a lie. I don't think I can link to other websites, but search on Google for Barack Obama's vs. Hillary Clinton's Senate record. You will be surprised how much more ambitious Obama's legislation was and how much more effective he was in general. Don't fall for the propoganda.

Tom in Ohio   February 24th, 2008 6:18 pm ET

I like Hillary, but she is slowly but surely crashing and burning. For the last couple of days, she's done nothing but gripe and moan about how Obama is running his campaign. She needs to concentrate on the horrific management of her own. She's coming undone and more furious everyday. FOr Pete's sake, t's time to take a graceful bow out of the race Hillary before you go down in flames!

Rick   February 24th, 2008 6:17 pm ET

I am amazed at how people depend their "chosen" politician no matter what he does. Read the artilce again. The Clinton camp is not saying that ads like that should not be ran, but that you can't critizice other candidates for doing that, and say how that is all politics as normal and that you are going to "change" that, and then not do a darn thing when it happens in your campaign.

Talk about the hypocrisy...how can the Obamacrats not be honest enough with themselves and the campaing they support. No one is perfect so stop making Obama out to be a saint.

If he can't keep his campaing in check, how is he going to keep his cabinet in check?

jt   February 24th, 2008 6:17 pm ET

Maise08....if we "focused on the issues" Obama would be in serious trouble. He has accomplished nothing. He is an evangelical preacher wooing this country with words and rallies, but there is non substance their. I wish the voters would start using their brains and get behind a real candidate...not a cocky kid.

carly   February 24th, 2008 6:15 pm ET

I believe the people should vote for Hillary Clinton for president. both she and her husband have done alot for the united states. I know there had been times that her husband former president clinton might have been a little unmoral but whom are we to judge. The records shows Bill Clinton was a great president, he did good things while he was in office. Yes people! Hillary is a female but race nor gender should be taken into account while voting for a president ! To tell everyone the truth I would be more concerned voting for Obama for president , I think you all need to research his background more, you can do that on the internet. Do you honestly think the United States would do well with him for president. A nd John McCain, he wants to impose the draft and it's hard to tell where this world will end up with him as president I think you should rethink your vote for him to. I'm voting for hillary we trusted her husband and we can trust her! give her a chance. You maybe think because shes a woman she cant do the job, think about it guys behind every good man thiers a woman. why cant the people in the america just see how much hillary has accomplished and do whats best for all of us, our children , ourselves, the elderly and disabled and all of us need to get together as united regardless of whether we are man or woman, black or white. Vote hillary people she wont let you down. Carly

Sherry   February 24th, 2008 6:15 pm ET

I get tired of the sayings that Clinton voted this way or that way. Obama was still a kid trying drugs while she was hard at work for the people. He wasn't doing any voting. He was finding himself. He became the Golden Boy for all kinds of questionable people in Chicago politics. The YES man! He has avoided to many subjects and not been forthcoming.
Clinton has been working hard for the American people and has made a few mistakes along the way but with Obama as president we couldn't afford the mistakes he must make to become a polished politician.

Hillary '08

Elizabeth   February 24th, 2008 6:14 pm ET

Whoa!!!! In Iowa, one of the unions that was formally supporting Clinton put out a flyer – and maybe TV ad - attacking Barack Obama and making it appear that the attack came from John Edwards!! But she said not a word. - When, however, a 527 started putting out ads in Obama's support in California, his campaign wrote and asked them, in the strongest language, to stop. They have copies of that communication which they have supplied to the press. Under the law, a candidate CANNOT do more than that. (Bad part of the law, but not Obama's fault.) I'm not sure if that 527 stopped or not, but somehow they DID convince MoveOn.org not to buy ads, although that organization has raised funds for Obama. -– When it comes to an established union putting out ads in support of candidates, I'm not sure there is anything that the candidate could or should do unless the ads are unfair, attacking, etc. That's what unions DO when they support a candidate, and I'm sure Clinton has happily benefitted from many union ads encouraging folks to vote for her. A union and any other established organization has the right to endorse and support their chosen candidate. If the candidate accepts the endorsement, they have to accept what goes with it. --- IN CONTRAST, the ALP 527 that is currently putting out ads on behalf of Clinton was 1) formed just within the last few weeks, 2) is funded by $100,000 contributions from people who have maxxed out the amount they can contribute to her directly, 3) is going to be active only in 3 states: Ohio, Texas and Pennsylvania right before the primaries. Does this sound like a legitimate "issue" organization (like a union or even MoveOn) or a shell erected to get around campaign finance law?

Joe   February 24th, 2008 6:13 pm ET

Save something disastrous between now and March 4th, Texas is now already Obama's Country.. Ohio remains Hillary's as of now but the numbers are getting closer by the speech...

Stand for Change America...

JC From CT   February 24th, 2008 6:13 pm ET

I am a big Hillary supporter and love her to death. She would make an amazing president....

However, I feel that she is starting to slowly lose control of her campaign. First she shows her humanistic side during the final moments of the debate. Then two days later she is screaming and yelling about stupid fliers that have been in circulation for days. I researched the info from the fliers and Obama is technically right. I just think Clinton is not used to her tactics being used against her. I am sorry to say this but Hillary, for god sakes bow out yor are making a fool out of yourself and your family.

Once an Obama supporter - NO MORE   February 24th, 2008 6:13 pm ET

I fully agree with Wolfson. Obama campaign organizers should not flip flop from what they're saying before. The truth is that they complained in Iowa ....but not in Ohio? Why? Obama supporters, WAKE UP!!!

Read between the lines. Is this the change we're talking about?

As for the Clinton campaign organizers, they didn't complain in Iowa.
Thus, they are consistent. If they did complain before then this should be a different story.

It's very RISKY to say that positive change can be done by someone who doesn't have the experience and records. We are talking here about running a country .... not a store !

We should compare the records and experiences of both candidates including their platforms. I hope we should NOT BE BLINDED with INSPIRING SPEECHES and good talk. Its the future that is at stake here!

As for me, I opened my eyes and SAW the truth !!

U.S. Army Vet.   February 24th, 2008 6:12 pm ET

To Leigh:

You can do better research than just visiting Hillary's PR website.

TM   February 24th, 2008 6:11 pm ET

Wake up everyone; Obama is a self-serving hypocrite. He wants the "will of the people" to decide the nominee while he secretly courts superdelegates and publicly denounces the rights of 1.6 million Democratic voters in Florida. He doesn't show up for the State of the Black Union because he is too busy campaigning. He commits in writing to publc financing; now he is backing out. He was only in the Senate for TWO years before declaring his run for president, and during those two years, he gave out over 600,000 to politicians' campaigns to lay the groundwork for a run. When did he have time to do anything significant or get the experience necessary to be president?? HIs wife never felt a part of white American, but she had the privilege of being educated at Princeton and Harvard. I can't feel too sorry for her. She got the best education in our country and probably the world. Barak and Michelle Obama would not represent all Americans–they have their own agenda, as can be seen in the Trinity Church of Christ website. Obama's mentor is honoring Louis Farrakhan, a known anti semite. And the amazing thing is that some Jewish people are backing Obama. What a crazy world.

Ed   February 24th, 2008 6:10 pm ET

I and many of my friends voted for Obama in Wisconsin primary, but now we are starting to regret the decision!
I feel Obama has been one of the shrewest candidates in recent history, and he can surely take most of the stupid citizens of this country for a big ride if he wants to!
I've been riden over, and may i request to fellow voters in Texas, Ohio, RI, others that it is time to be careful and WAKE UP!
On my part, i'm sorry. I was swayed by his speeches, and also i wasn't too used to the idea of having a female as the President. I'm sorry that this female, Hillary really otherwise is more stronger of a fighter than many other men. She is the same kind of fighter like my mom and my elder sister, and so Men wake up too!!

jp/michigan   February 24th, 2008 6:10 pm ET

Change is ofter by every candidate since the beginning of elections. Obama offers change from the status Que in Washington ,but he is part of the status Que. He has paid registered lobbyist on his campaign. He takes money from PAC and special interest groups. He distorts news articles, quotes and uses other words in his speeches. He is no different than any other candidate in this race to the White House. The only thing he doesn't have is experience in Washington. His experience is based on a part-time legislator state job..

Jazz   February 24th, 2008 6:09 pm ET

When you have it locked up you don't have to be negative. Could it be the "sure thing" is not so sure after all? Apparently the people of Ohio
think with their brains and not with their emotions. In 2004 Hillary cam- paigned for and helped raise money for Obama's senate campaign.
In return he backstabs her in this race. How will he repay you for your
vote? Think about it!!!!
" I'm for change! I'm a uniter and not a divider! I can work across party
lines! etc, etc, etc... " Where have we heard these words before? Are you better off now than you were 8 years ago?
Join the Solutions Revolution! VOTE Hillary!!
Real Democrats Don't Quit!! That's Why She's Still In It!!!!!!

Sara, MA   February 24th, 2008 6:09 pm ET

"I'm not a Washington insider" says the Senator from IL. "I am not politics as usual" says the Senator from IL. Yet, suddenly all the usual stuff is coming out. The biggest "change" from Obama is the fact that he "changes" his campaign plans (public financing, money from lobbyists, outside groups running ads for him...) whenever it is politically expedient. No Thanks.

Go Hillary!

Felix   February 24th, 2008 6:07 pm ET

A vote for Hill is a vote for Bill!!!!

Clinton/Obama 08!!!! Yeah Baby!!!!!!!!!!!!

changing times   February 24th, 2008 6:06 pm ET

What's good for the goose is good for the gander. In this case what's good for the gander is now good for the goose. Otherwise Obama will be a sitting duck. He can't let her get away with what she's been doing. If he does he'll be swiftboated to death like John Kerry, who waited to late to address negative ads against him. Welcome to the world of politics. Obama tried to keep it above ground up until now, but he has to fight back or be crushed by HIllary's new tactics.

prakash chand for HILLARY   February 24th, 2008 6:06 pm ET

GO HILLARY!!!!!!!!1

Farrell, Houston, Tx   February 24th, 2008 6:05 pm ET

I'm ready for KO on Hillary, she is grasping at straws and her campaign is out of control. This is getting dangerously negative and only serves to give more political clout to the republicans. As democrats we can only help by not feeding into this nit picking that Hillary has going on in our party. If Hillary can disrupt the democrat party we need to think about what she is capable of doing to the nation. Vote Obama.

Rheem   February 24th, 2008 6:05 pm ET

I cannot believe that Senator Clinton is paying her campaign advisors millions of dollars for this type of advice. This is the type of double talk Americans have come to expect from Senator Clinton during this political process. Apparently, 35 years of experience has not taught Senator Clinton how to surround herself with better advisors nor has it prepared her to maintain a campaign budget.

No Obama Vote   February 24th, 2008 6:04 pm ET

If you want to change the country, you must understand the all issues about the country and have the substances on your policies. You can't even answer the CUBA question last week debate. You fumbled!

By the way, you fip flopped the questions on Normalization on Cuba and Surges... interesting.. bad judgement!

Jim in Sunshine   February 24th, 2008 6:03 pm ET

Has it become a contest of who whines the most? Or who whines the least, but is still a whiner ? If this keeps up, the Democrats are going to find their supporters opting for "none of the above", which, if he's not whining, would be John McCain. If anyone is keeping tabs, Hillary is way out in front in whining, btw.

Andrew   February 24th, 2008 6:01 pm ET

Leigh, that claim is laughable. His senate record is clear, 15 new bills cleared the senate, 16 amendments to existing legislation, 570-ish bill introduced to the senate in total. Clinon had 6 new bills cleared, 7 amendments to existing legislation. Beyond that, the content of the bills called into question, Obama got bills pushed through on higher election standards, international affairs topics, government accountability and money for new educational programs. So no, I'm not buying into the idea that Clinton was a leader in congress, because she wasn't. Obama has been in the legislative branch for years, both in his state and now in the national arena. Hes very good at what he does, and he's got a long track record to prove it. If you don't believe it, thats fine, but politics arent about beliefs, they're about results, and yes, Obama is a results man.

cate kennedy   February 24th, 2008 6:01 pm ET

obama is just an evangelist

he is so not equipped to be a president of anything other then his own ego...how boring!

GO HILLARY -Thank God – someone who knows how to make change happen!

eva   February 24th, 2008 6:01 pm ET

CNN- why don't you change the "title" of this blog, the same way you did about Obama's crap yesterday. I know, instate, you will keep my comment in moderation forever.

david   February 24th, 2008 6:01 pm ET

OH, I heard one yesterday on the radio in Spanish in The Rio Grande Valley of Texas. They were lying about how Obama knew Latinos, cared so much about them, had done the most for them. Pure lies. I was going to report it, but at the end they said it was not approved by anyone.

Then, I go to early vote today. On the ballot they have Obama listed first, then Biden, Richardson, blah blah...and throw Hillary in somewhere in the bottom 1/3. They even tried to hide her there and confuse voters. It's a real conspiracy I tell you. Hellooo? We know who the viable candidates are. Either put them at the top or in alphabetical order!

I hope she wins against all odds. Just like a women has always had to do.

DON'T BE STUPID YET AGAIN AMERICA.. Vote for Hillary!

Pete ,Illinois   February 24th, 2008 6:00 pm ET

Leah darling...you must not have done must research then. As for Hillary's "experience" uh...would you be refering to Bill's? because surely just being in the whitehouse doesn't mean you can claim the mantle of experience and leadership? If you keep doing what you always did (Believing the Clintons) then your going to keep getting what you always got.

mike   February 24th, 2008 6:00 pm ET

CNN is the worst political media. They didn't act neutral. I wonder if some politician running behind CNN scene.
Common CNN SHAME ON YOU !!!

Jim   February 24th, 2008 5:59 pm ET

The Meida always cover-up for Obama. It's nothing new. "However", his match Ralph Nader, is on the way. Nader, will put a stop to all of these cover-up issues.

VA   February 24th, 2008 5:58 pm ET

Leigh.....RESEARCH some moreeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee....you have NOT done your homework...... A vote for Hillary will only bring you sorrow......LIES...DECEIT and a HUBBY that will do the same....you will have TWO to contend with........

Tricia   February 24th, 2008 5:58 pm ET

Take note: Obama wants to cover everyone with his Health Care plan. There will be those who decide that, although it is available and they can afford it, they don't want it. Hillary obviously thinks so little of her fellow Americans that she thinks this will mean lots of you. I disagree, I have a more positive opinion of the American people, as does Barack Obama. She does not and cannot promise that there will be nobody who will not suffer serious financial problems if forced to pay the premiums under her plan. In fact she seems more concerned that she may have to pay slightly higher premiums because some of her countrymen turn up at the ER without insurance. That's a dangerous attitude Mrs. Clinton. At 60 I'm very healthy but maybe my premiums are higher because your husband had heart problems. So stop appealing to the less attractive side of your audiences' characters. People are better than Hillary gives them credit for.

Grif   February 24th, 2008 5:57 pm ET

Go little Lady! Go.

Julia in Eugene, Oregon   February 24th, 2008 5:57 pm ET

Leigh wrote:

"When our children are sitting next to children that are sick because they were one of the “15 MILLION” that’s not covered in the Obama plan, what will we to cure our children , the what if’s are to great. Your Vote is precious , Vote Smart Research."

I have to completely agree – Vote smart, and RESEARCH!

Senator Obama's campaign contains a mandate for CHILDREN'S health care. Sounds like maybe there's more research to do your part.

As for Senator Clinton, she has a lot of very wonderful ideas for this country. However, given her complete lack of possible support from the Republicans in our nation, and the fact that she continues to alienate many Democrats in so-called "red states" by stating that they don't count, how exactly does she expect to actually get elected?

You want "PROVEN SOLUTIONS"? – Give me ONE of Senator Clinton's solutions that was HERS and not her husband's, and maybe I'll do some more research of my own.

Don   February 24th, 2008 5:56 pm ET

I am so so over all this bickering. It's like high school or better yet grade school children. Hillary is not perfect and she never claimed to be. All you Obamazombies make me want to hurl. Yes the man is inspiratonal and a great speaker, that being said, change for the sake of change with no real plan on how to do it is a recipe for disaster. We should be voting the best person for the job, not because he is black or she is a woman but who or which one can get the changes done. I firmly believe the best situation is 4 or 8 years of Hillary with Barack as Vice and then 4-8 years of Barack once he has some EXPERIENCE.

U.S. Army Vet.   February 24th, 2008 5:56 pm ET

Hillary Clinton's campaign is failing because her top level advisors are more interested in providing sound bites than sound advice.

Goodheart   February 24th, 2008 5:56 pm ET

It's about time. Obama has been getting a free ride for the last year. He's toast if he's the nominee in a general election.

eyeingtenure   February 24th, 2008 5:55 pm ET

That's making an issue out of a non-issue. If only there were real differences between Obama and Clinton that I actually care about.

Whatever happened to the Democrats being vastly different? That's why I'm registered Democrat to begin with.

I would vote for electability, and against McCain my judgment tells me that that's a vote for Obama.

My judgment, naturally, involves flipping a coin.

Jason   February 24th, 2008 5:54 pm ET

So wait...from what I can tell of everyone who's posting and condemning Sen. Obama, you're claiming that Clinton has "Proven records and solutions" behind her. Proven, as in she's a much larger flip-flopper than most politicians I've ever seen on Capitol Hill? How she supported NAFTA, the Iraq war, and most of Bush's policies, at least until it benefitted her to condemn them? Proven, as in she was one of the major backers of several bills during her husband's presidency that stripped members of the military of most of their pay and benefits(which is a topic near and dear to my heart, considering I have a wife and child while serving in the Army. Under Clinton, the military took severe pay cuts, took away most of their benefits, and offered them bonuses to get OUT of the military). She has done nothing but pander to special interest groups and lobbyists. She's used more corporate money for her campaign than Obama and McCain combined. If you people are looking for the "perfect" candidate, then try looking in a fairy tale world. No one in this race is going to be perfect. We're only human. Therefore, mistakes are going to be made. Yes, Obama made mistakes, and at least he admits when he makes a mistake. But Clinton has done nothing but support her mistakes, and then simply tries to sidesteps them, and throws a temper tantrum when things don't go her way. This is simply her campaign lashing out in its death throes because, let's face it, unless Clinton wins both Texas and Ohio(which won't happen), she'll be out of the race.

No one likes a sore loser, Hillary. All your temper tantrums are going to do is hurt your party. At least bow out with some dignity.

david   February 24th, 2008 5:54 pm ET

You go girl. But, you really don't need to trip him up. His cockiness will do it alone.

BTW, I just took 4 friends and myself today to early vote for Hillary in TEXAS.

HILLARY FOR PRESIDENT

Nancy   February 24th, 2008 5:54 pm ET

Found this on another message board.

Obama is the most arrogant candidate that has ever ran for office. I was in San Antonio, TX and he shook my hand in the crowd and he told me dont forget to vote, so I told him I did already..for Hillary (we have early voting) and he gave me the dirtiest look and let go of my hand. Actually I have not voted yet, but he surely is not getting my vote. His speech was empty and did not want to take questions from reporters.

Russell   February 24th, 2008 5:53 pm ET

Leigh you need to better research if you think Obama has no accomplishments.

Pete ,Illinois   February 24th, 2008 5:52 pm ET

Barack was right...This is the "Silly Season"

Vic   February 24th, 2008 5:52 pm ET

Kudos to the person who says she researched Obama. Everything these candidates say should be researched. ALL of them. Only then can we know the truth. His talk about NAFTA is patently false! Look it up and see who started it, who supported it, and who finally signed it. It was not Hillary.

Out of Obama's mouth has come some of the most outlandish accusations concerning Hillary. His favorite accusation is that she voted for such and such, said such and such, acted such and such, and now has said just the opposite. God bless those people who, after studying issues, have the courage to change their minds knowing that some opponent is going to criticism them for it. George Bush prided himself of NEVER changing his mind, and NEVER admitting to mistakes. Look at what he turned out to be. And all that ranting about Obama not dealing with special interests and lobbyists, who is it that has the Soros group's endorsement, all the unions, one of which is getting ready to run an ad that will put the s'boaters to shame.

All you folks who are blindly following this man had better get busy and do your homework. These are just a few of the things you'll find once the window is opened to let the light shine through. To start with, ask who Obama's Middle East Adviser is? Or go to google.com and look it up! To CNN: Before you zap this from your blogs, I hope you'll do the same thing researching.

Danny Tampa, FL   February 24th, 2008 5:51 pm ET

Leigh that is entirely false about barack's healthcare plan. All children are required to have the healthcare plan. And the reason Obama criticized the Edwards ads was because the fact that somebody high up in the Edwards campaign was the director behind that ad, which doesnt make it much of a groups ad except his own. If all the people behind the ad are not from the Obama camp, I dont see why it should be hypocrisy.

Illinois voter   February 24th, 2008 5:51 pm ET

Obama's entire campaign has been one big negative attack.

His message of "change" attacks our entire political system and every politician that has dedicated their lives to serving the public.

His message of "change we can believe in" is a personal attack on Hillary's character by implying that she cannot be believed in.

His message of "the fierce urgency of now" legitimizing his inexperience is an attack on common sense.

He has the nerve to arrogantly say that Hillary's campaign has trasformed the election year into "silly season", for which he inexplicably receives applause during the Texas debate.

If there is anything that is silly about this election season, it is those people that are ignoring the arrogance of Barack Obama and voting for this inexperienced, naive and unpatriotic motivational speaker.

Hillary or McCain '08

Sal   February 24th, 2008 5:50 pm ET

Leigh

Insurance
______________________________________________________

Read both plans. All children will covered under Hillary's and Obama's plan. Her plan is a mandate of all adults purchasing a government approved plan. or get your wages garnished.

Hillary Shame on you, by your own standard.

Obama 08

Debby   February 24th, 2008 5:50 pm ET

I can't blame the Clinton campaign, Obama is flip-flopping on more and more comments he spews out of his mouth lately. He is doing the same silly politics he slammed Hillary on in the debate.

marge   February 24th, 2008 5:50 pm ET

I actually have more problems with the Hillary.
Hillary knows the end is near. I agree her campaign is acting really desperate,BUT she knows!!!!!!
Her supporters are talking like they are not aware of the UPHILL battle she has to even catch up!!!
"Bashing" Obama is not helping Hillary's cause at all. Her staying in the race is not helping her Image at all!!!
Bow Out Hillary. Don't go out like a hanger-oner.
Leave with some sort of dignity!!!!

S. C.   February 24th, 2008 5:49 pm ET

You would think such a "brilliant" politician would realize that whenever she goes negative it ends up hurting her no Barack.
Hillary it's time to face the facts–No one wants the Clintons back.
You should leave in grace and resume your work as senator.

ted   February 24th, 2008 5:48 pm ET

It doesn't matter if Obama gets the nomination anyhow latest polls show Mc Cain way ahead anyhow .The news media who have protected him this whole primary seasin will be the first to turn on him .All they want is a story .And the Demorcrats blowed it !!! They has alot more experienced candidates Clinton ,Biden,Richardson and Edwards and they fell hook line and sinker for Obama Bin Laden mania .DEMORCRATS DESERVE TO LOOSE THIS ELECTION !!!!

anonymous   February 24th, 2008 5:47 pm ET

Clinton supporters: PLEASE tell me WHAT WORKS FOR THIS WEEK...she was supportive of NAFTA in 1994 when her husband boldly put it into effect, and now she says she does not like it, HOW CAN SHE CHANGE HER MIND THAT EASILY? Secondly, she blasts Obama for plagerism and says its wrong, however the "heartbreaking speech that caused a standing ovation" was almost directly from her husband's campaign in 1992 and from a comment made by Edwards a few months earlier, HILLARY PLEASE MAKE UP YOUR MIND ON THINGS AND STICK WITH IT. DONT SAY ITS BAD IF OBAMA DOES IT AND GOOD IF YOU DO IT. HOW CAN THE AMERICAN PEOPLE TRUST WHAT YOU SAY YOU'LL DO WHEN IN A WEEK YOUR STANCE WILL BE DIFFERENT ON THE SAME ISSUES... LETS GO OBAMA!!!!!!!!!!

Amparo   February 24th, 2008 5:45 pm ET

TO ALL OBAAAAAAAMANIACS:

Stop the NAFTA and taxes song. We the Clinton supporters are not sheep that blindly follow a leader. We are read and inform.

Your slimy balls will not stick. QUIT IT

HILLARY 08 & 12

Tony   February 24th, 2008 5:45 pm ET

What does Americans need at this time? Change with uncertainty or solutions we can believe in?

JR, Texas   February 24th, 2008 5:44 pm ET

Remember, Carl Rove is the one who advised Obama on how he will beat Clinton. Obama for President – Carl Rove for Vice President?
No it can't be Carl Rove is a Republican. Is Obama trying to sell the democrats out to the Republican? Let's wait and see!

marge   February 24th, 2008 5:43 pm ET

Leigh February 24th, 2008 3:40 pm ET

This is exactly why, I and several others will change their vote. If you want so called "Change, we can believe in" then we need to go with "Change with a PROVEN RECORD, PROVEN SOLUTIONS”. I researched and Obama has no accomplishments except the one's that are solely for himself. His track record has no accomplishments that were for “We the people whom elected him“. The Obama Camp has been misleading the American People and is starting to LOOK Like the political tactical maneuvering of The “ ROVE” administration. Do we really want another 8 years of that, they all should be in jail. I’m just saying People should stop voting and backing candidates just because he’s African America can or she’s a White Woman, just the issues that matter. When our children are sitting next to children that are sick because they were one of the “15 MILLION” that’s not covered in the Obama plan, what will we to cure our children .

I wouldn't call a vote for Hillary smart at all!!!! Do you people not get it??? She cant catch up!!!! FLA and MI..will NOT be seated,and with all the heat on the Super Delegate, they won't be able to bail her out without starting a near riot!!!

She's done!!!! IT'S OVER!!!!!!!

jerry   February 24th, 2008 5:42 pm ET

WITH CNN ON YOUR SIDE YOU CAN DO NO WRONG!!! SATURDAY NIGHT LIVES' OPENING ACT DEPICTED THE WAY I HAVE FELT ALONG. WITH THE KIND OF SUPPORT OBAMA GETS FROM CNN HE SURE HAS SAVED MONEY ON T V ADS. COME ON GUYS... THE BIAS SHOWS SO BAD IT 'S WAY BEYOND LAUGHABLE. ( P S I DON'T EXPECT TO SEE MY COMMENT APPEARING ON THIS BLOG)

Bill Jay   February 24th, 2008 5:42 pm ET

4 you obama lovers Why did obama refuse to wear an American
Flag lapel pin?
obama did not place his hand over his heart during the National Anthen, why??????
get a reality check.

JR, Texas   February 24th, 2008 5:41 pm ET

Obama's plan about the American Health care leaves this country
and the American people in harms way! That is unpatriotic to me!

JennyM   February 24th, 2008 5:41 pm ET

Leigh,
That is not true. You have clearly missed the Library of Congress record on his US senate legislation. His record is quite good. Hillary has been there longer and not done as much significant legislation.

LOL - Hillary is the one like ROVE - my god she look like she lost her Prozac screaming. I' ve not seen her "attitude" help her in the past .

The 15 million number that Hillary uses is not verifed by anyone just a number she picked. Do you want your wages garnsihed by the government for healthcare ? Then vote for Hillary .

Vicki, Arkansas   February 24th, 2008 5:41 pm ET

Yes, he's very sneaky. Anytime he is criticized he calls it the same old Washington politics and then doesn't give an answer. But he doesn't seem to have any problem dishing out criticisms. He has accused Clinton of faking being mad about his ads, accusing her of a put on. But he is always real and geniuine. Yeah, right. No matter what emotion Hillary exhibits, she's accused of being a fake. Plus, I think he's really off base on thinking people will voluntarily sign up for health care, even if they can afford it. They'll find every other reason to spend their money on something else and then they'll get sick. My hubby's a nurse. He says we may as well have total universal health care because we're already paying for it anyway. Anyone who shows up at the hospital, they have to treat them, whether they have insurance, money or nothing. So they end up at the hospital instead of a doctor's office which would cost a fraction of what an ER visit costs.

Lisa Salt Lake City, Utah   February 24th, 2008 5:41 pm ET

If Hillary is the democratic nominee – I'm voting Nader. If Obama is the nominee, I'm voting Obama.

McCain and Hillary Clinton are both emotionally unstable people, and are quite frightening. How can one minute Clinton be scolding Obama, and then smile and say how much she respects him and is proud to be sitting along side of him.

It is like when McCain kept calling Romney "my friend" and had that creepy smile, while saying negative things about him.

Do they have mental health services on that Senator's health care plan?

JR, Texas   February 24th, 2008 5:40 pm ET

Why is CNN never questioned Obama and his wife's unpatriotism
to this country? I wouldn't want a presidential candidate who is not
patriot to his country!

A&A   February 24th, 2008 5:39 pm ET

same ol' flip flopping ...politics...Obama's main platform is very similar and slightly inferior to Hillary's...so really what is new here? oh i forgot...let scream change and that will happen...BS

go Hillary

Sandra   February 24th, 2008 5:39 pm ET

Yes, I'm very tired of the Obamania. Barack Hussein Obama is no Martin Luther King Jr, no John F Kennedy and no Bill Clinton. He just happens to borrow their themes and speeches and uses them as his own. How much do we really know about Barak Hussein Obama? He is a very shrewd politician. He never visited Louisiana during Katrina or Texas but went there when he needed the votes in the primary. Recently, he declined the invitation of the State of the Black Union symposium to visit New Orleans even though 90% of black voters voted him in primary. Hillary accepted that invitation. He did not care for Florida and Michigan either. He is just desperate to get the delegates and nomination. At the Austin debate he said he was raised by a single mother when his parents divorced at the age of two. His father by the way had three other wives in Kenya and several children from those wives. But then his mother remarried an Indonesian when he was five and he lived with his stepfather in Indonesia for four years. So how does that make his mother a single mom? This is manipulation to get the voters feel sorry for him. He makes has big money from big donors much more than Hillary. He has ads all over. Hillary is the only person that has the intelligence, love for America, and the ability to be our next president. She doesn't put other countries ahead of America. She will put her hand over her heart during the pledge of allegiance or the playing of the national anthem and she will wear a US flag. She writes her own speeches, is dignified and Americans know she can succeed. She has been seen and tested for 35 years. VOTE FOR HILLARY '08

JR, Texas   February 24th, 2008 5:38 pm ET

CNN is being biased again..and again..and again..

ohioindependent   February 24th, 2008 5:38 pm ET

I strong suggest CNN to refuse post comment!!!

All these things showed that Obama is very talent politician, not fresh.

Bil Jergens   February 24th, 2008 5:38 pm ET

Obama is not suited for this country. He may inspire hope and "unite" people under him because they're all infatuated by this phenomena but the bottom line is, a president isn't just that. A president must be able to reach through to the Republicans to get things done, what Hillary has done for so many years when the Senate had a republican majority. Record shows that since 2001, Hillary has worked on more than 352 pieces of legislation which about more than 50 pieces were with republican senators. Obama has only worked on 190 pieces of legislation since 2005 which only 17 were with republicans and all of them failed. Obama has no foreign policy experience while HIllary has met with world leaders everywhere while she was first lady.

Obama has lied about taking lobbyist money when clearly, there are lobbyists from pharmaceutical companies, media giants, and oil companies contributing hundreds of thousands of dollars to his campaign so he can have an easier time with mailing out print ads to people's homes, and playing ads about him on television weeks in advance of the primaries.

Obama has lied about disclosing earmarks when asked that by King on Thursday's debate. He has only disclosed earmarks for 2007 and 2008. WHat about his earmarks in 2005 and 2006? WHat is he hiding? Is he hiding the earmakrs that he worked for, to help with the oil giants and energy companies?

Obama has made blatantly false ads about Hillary's position on NAFTA and health care which have been publicly debunked when independent organizations checked the facts at factcheck.org. He's just using republican tactics to attack another democrat where they blatantly lie to get votes.

Obama has voted WITH george bush while he was in the senate, something that Hillary has mostly gone against.

Obama admits that his plans for change won't come to fruition til the end of his administration, while HIllary promises that the chagne wil lhappen within the first 100 days of her presidency, since she's been working on these plans for 7 years while in the senate.

Obama has exercised poor judgement many times in his political life. FOr example, he had campaigned for african leader, Udinga, who turns out, is very Anti-American and leads a country in Africa to hate American and American culture.

Obama is corrupt while he used his senate powre to procure earmarks for his wife's hospital, where she was the hospital executivie, making 241,000 a year.

Obama is corrupt in working with Rezko, to buy his house at 300,000 less than the market value. Rezko has been indicted for fraud and is due to stand trial on March 4th.

Obama has used the words of other politicians to attract people. Now Hillary isn't saying that this is wrong. She says its wrong when that's all you have in the beginning to attract people and disenfranchise people.

NAFTA was designed by Bush Sr. and was signed into law by Bill Clinton. Hillary has always been against NAFTA but she wasn't heard well as First Lady. Since she was a US SEnator, she has been working these past 7 years to change NAFTA.

Wake up people. Wake up from the Obama-mania. Really think about your decision. Don't act blindly. Don't be fooled. Don't be BAMBOOZLED. You're making a big mistake, voting for Obama because he's only interested in making history and becoming the first black pres. nominee.

He doesn't even go to the State of the BLack Union. Both HIllary and he are busy with campaigning but she made time to go. You can see she wore the same red suit because she made time to go and talk with African American leaders while he says, nah, I'm too busy. Is that a real president who cres abou tthe people or a president who only cares about having that title?

WAKE UP PEOPLE!.

HILLARY 08

Brad   February 24th, 2008 5:37 pm ET

To all the neophytes, and people sitting on Obama's Bandwagon, just some fact checks:

1) If Obama, is the winner of the Democratic primary, trust me, Democrats have lost White House

Reasons:

1) Hillary Democrats, would rather vote for McCain, myself included, than Obama. As much, as we hate things MCcain stands for, one thing which can't be ignored, is the fact, McCain is the TRUE patriot.

2) Independents have always favored McCain over Obama,

3) With NY Times, fiasco, all the conservatives have rallied along side McCain.

4) Obama, is nothing more than words, and once people realizes that, they would run away from him. Novelty is laways short-lived.

5) Press including outliets like CNN ( Martin, Bill Schendier), MSNBC ( Chris Matthews, and the Pimp), have been always soft on Obama, and hard on Hillary, and now if they beleive in free press, will check Obama's record which defintely is not good.

So, all the Obama, supproters kudos to you, becuase of people like you, Republicans will get the white house in 2008 and 2012

PEOPLE GET THE GOVERNMENT THEY DESERVE

Matt   February 24th, 2008 5:37 pm ET

People are missing the point here. Obama has criticized these ads in the past when they benefitted his opponents. He spoke out against them. Hillary never made such criticisms. She has never criticized the right of outside groups to run ads and she's not now. She's criticizing Obama for changing his tune all of a sudden when he is the beneficiary of such ads. If you can't recognize this it's because you don't want to.

LaLainKCMO   February 24th, 2008 5:37 pm ET

Here is another Hillary discrepancy ...

Follow the DNC rules! The super delegates can vote however they chose even if it turns the Democratic party and the nomination upside down. Those are the rules, says Hillary.

Don't follow the DNC rules! The people's voices in FL and MI need to be heard! Let their delegates be counted in Denver! Scrap the rules, says Hillary.

Which one is it, Hill?

And Leigh (right there above this comment), to say that anyone running for the Democratic nomination – especially Obama – is in any way, shape or form like Karl Rove is, well, just plain ridiculous, ignorant and wrong.

Jake   February 24th, 2008 5:36 pm ET

I like the people who think CNN is biased towards Obama. The "Shame on You" story was up for over 5 hours yesterday as the main headline.
A Times research piece has Clinton getting 25% of the election media coverage and Obama getting 16%.
Listen to the facts.

Brian from NYC   February 24th, 2008 5:36 pm ET

Clinton Rules

1) I must win the nomination. I can do, say, mislead, loan my campaign money and charge interest, mismanagement my money, and do whatever I darn well please! I can even order a Code Red!

2) Please refer back to Rule #1 if you are a qualified candidate that have 1,000,000 plus American's who continue to donate to your campaign, are smarter then me, and taking what Bill said I can have..."it's mine, mine, MINE – REALLY it's mine!!" Just like when I took the New York Senate Seat.

9 days until the Clintons are gone for good.

Special Note: The Clinton Campaign request that we don't use the word "is" in any post since they cannot define that word.

june   February 24th, 2008 5:35 pm ET

Would Obama "s wife please give the people more background info on herself.

Firewmn   February 24th, 2008 5:35 pm ET

Hey Leigh, .....you are not getting it.. HILLARY will GARNISH wages...

Do you want more government eating your paycheck on an untested program. I know for one I cannot have anymore government GARNISHMENT taken ut of my paycheck. Plus Barack is not leaving out 15 million he is not garnishing peoples wages..

You also forget the millions of veterans Barack has helpd get services too and since we will now have more disabled 19-30 year age citizen veterans they need somebody to help their future....

and finally... the presidential term is only 4 years... not 8...

Stephen   February 24th, 2008 5:34 pm ET

EVERYONE supporting Obama keeps saying "hillary stick to the issues and stop complaining" well to those people i ask Has Obama even talked about the Issues? All i ever hear him talk about is how we need change but never about the issues. How about everyone wake up and realize that Barack is not all he is glorified to be.

joe m.   February 24th, 2008 5:33 pm ET

is this the new approach of the clinton team? i'm really disappointed if it is. i would rather keep hearing what sen. clinton's plans are and making her plans as clear for all to understand than this. i'm interested in knowing what sen. clinton wants to do to make things better. this all sounds too much like she just wants to get into a drag out mud slinging race to the end of this nomination. will sen. clinton denounce any ads put out for her by outside sources? if she takes the first step then i say she has the right to be indignant. if she just expects obama to play nice, but leaves herself free to do what ever she needs to do then anyone with half a brain can see that this is a joke. sen clinton should focus on the real issues for the sake of the democratic party rather than resorting to these lame tactics. when she came out outraged about the flyers i was wondering if it was true anger or a tactic, but this follow-up move proves, to me, that that was a tactic. clinton appears to be willing to resort to this game of implying by her complaints that obama is not only all talk with no actions, but also a hypocrite for saying one thing and doing another. this politics of destruction is what people are ready to get away from, but sen. clinton seems to not hear this call from the democratic voters. she resorts to this divisive tactic, and for what, so that she can win the nomination? i can see more honor in what mit romney did than what sen. clinton is doing. this election is about a failing economy, a war that has cost this country so much already, the percieved corruption of public officials, healthcare, the future of this coutnry, the crippling dependency of this country on foreign oil, terrorism, and oh so many other important matters. it is a shame that the clinton team appears to want to divert the attention from these issues that will shape our future to the issue of ads and flyers. what a pity.

Rob   February 24th, 2008 5:32 pm ET

It's unbelievable to me that people continue to support Obama. All Obama supporters can continue to bash Hillary, but she is not the horrible person you make her out to be. She truly cares about this country and is ready and able to make the kind of changes America desperately needs. Obama is too inexperienced and naive to take on the challenges America faces. Additionally, Obama speaks of how he is sick of the typical politics this nation engages in, yet he does the exact same thing. He gives great speeches, but are they his? Can he really deliver the changes he keeps speaking of? These are the questions you should all be asking.

Hillary 08

Jordan Fitzpatrick   February 24th, 2008 5:32 pm ET

Hillary's Positions, a summary:

1) I Served on the Board of UNION HATING Wal-Mart
But I am Pro Union.
2) I voted for the war in Iraq
But I am against Iraq War
3) I Voted for Kyle-Lieberman to extend the war to Iran
But I will bring soldiers back home in 60 days
4) I will provide universal health insurance
But I will force you to buy it to boost insurance company's profits.
5) I Supported NAFTA
But now I oppose NAFTA
6) I am a strong woman and a fighter
But I cry and complain when I don't win
7) I can stand the republican heat
But I cannot stand the Democratic heat
8) I am vetted and experienced
But I have no clue how to run a presidential campaign.
9) I hate bush
But I try to copy his politics of fear and division
10) I will be fine because I am on both sides of the issues
But the question is will you be fine?

undecided   February 24th, 2008 5:31 pm ET

the more i listen to Obama, the more I feel he is all talk. Just wondered if if he gets chosen, will he put his hand on the Bible to be sworn in?

GoWiscoGo   February 24th, 2008 5:30 pm ET

Is there no difference between a Union and a PAC. The Democratic Party used to heavily support this type of Union engagement. The Union used to be the backbone of the Democratic Party. The Unions are thousand of memebers joined together for a cause and justice.

Whereas, these PAC's are a few wealthy supporters combining their money to get around McCain / Feingold and other campaign finance law. The American Leadership Project is no different that Families First or Swift Boat Captains for Truth. A few rich people who want to run an end run around the limits on personal donations, so that the candidate they support will be begotten to them.

So let me get this straight, Clinton equates a huge Labor Union with a PAC, sounds like an ex gilrfirend jealous that her former beau has found another love.

Sal   February 24th, 2008 5:29 pm ET

Hillward need to stop crying

and using Edwards lines

Richardson will endorse next week

Guess Who?

That's why Hillary and McCain will loose

Both sound like puppets for eahc other. LOL

Obama 08

zerville   February 24th, 2008 5:29 pm ET

This is a tactical mistake for Hillary again!!
History has shown that her soft sode is what win her votes..Fireworks and iron lady has failed each time because it makes her so polarizing a figure...i think she could have handled that situation with more grace.. "Shame on Obama" is too heavy and offensive a statement when need to win all these states left.

Michigan500   February 24th, 2008 5:29 pm ET

Hillary Clinton brags about being a human rights activist then why did she vote against an amendment to ban the use of cluster bombs/land mines in civilian areas? 98% of the victims from these hideous devices are CIVILIANS and at least 30% are CHILDREN who often think they are picking up a toy.

Sen. Obama had the moral judgment to vote in favor of banning the use of cluster bombs/land mines in civilian areas.

Hillary voted for a senseless war saying she was "duped" by Bush. How does that make her experienced enough to be Commander In Chief? She fell for the lies regarding Iraq because she didn't do her homework or wanted to look tough then she turns around and gave Bush the very same authority to attack Iran in the Kyle-Lieberman bill.

Truth   February 24th, 2008 5:29 pm ET

Some of you idiots on here are missing the point. The Clinton camp is pointing out the false words that Obama has been promoting as change. He has duped all of you. He is no different than any other polititian. He has accepted lobbyist money and has used attack ads on his opponent. He is quickly becoming "old politics" and all you idiots have been duped.

Start a new movement, an Obowel movement.

Suzanne   February 24th, 2008 5:29 pm ET

Leigh,

You obviously don't know how to research anything. There are multiple websites, several are the federal and state government websites, that list the accomplishments.

I can't believe you are that gullible. Come out from under your rock and get into the real world.

marge   February 24th, 2008 5:27 pm ET

yns February 24th, 2008 3:36 pm ET

It seems the campaign for change is doing nothing to promote change. It looks like things are heading in the direction of the same old politics as usual. Nothing different here. I hope all will see what is really happening here!

Go Hillary Go!

Well the campaign of Change is not headed in the LOSING direction...
I hope Hillary can drop out with dignity,and not be a joke on all the late night talk shows! It's already started!!!!
Yeah Go Hillary Go.....back to your seat in the senate....!!!!

mmy   February 24th, 2008 5:27 pm ET

Farrell, Houston, TX: I'm sure Clinton is hiding nothing when it comes to her taxes. Obama was trying to start trouble. How about his tax return?

susan   February 24th, 2008 5:27 pm ET

I can't wait to vote for McCain!

Bil Jergens   February 24th, 2008 5:26 pm ET

Actually what the Hillary camp is saying is that Obama criticized Edwards when his supporters put up ads for him but then he does the exact same thing in Ohio. What this article is saying is basically, Obama is playing a game, when a campaign technique hurts him, he criticizes it, but when it works for him, he says nothing. Just shows everyone in this country, what kind of president they're electing.

henry hardcawl   February 24th, 2008 5:25 pm ET

Yup she's been vetted by the republicans but O-HO now she's finding out what it's like to be vetted by some intelligent people-OUCH! Out with the old, in with the new please. Cucaracha '08!

STL Democrat   February 24th, 2008 5:25 pm ET

Unless you are purposefully misconstruing the information in order to disparage one candidate and mislead the other posters, please read the article again before you sling mud.

The Clinton campaign is not objecting to the ad, they are objecting to Obama's changing response to this type of ad. The Clinton's did not object to Edwards supporters ads in California, Obama did and he protested loudly. Now that an attack ad is coming out in which his supporters are the attackers, he has no objections.

Obama previously stated that he would use FEC funds and follow FEC campaign funding rules during the general election; he called for the other candidates to pledge the same and attempted to use the fact that they did not as a reason voters should mistrust those candidates. Now that he's the frontrunner and has a large war chest, he has changed his mind.

If democrats think that John Kerry was damaged by accusations of "flip-flopping," do they think Obama can withstand the same accusations?

He states that he will reach across party lines to create consensus and change and yet it is Hillary Clinton who has one of the best records of bi-partisan success in the Senate.

Also, if you read the details of the Clinton health care plan, it is clearly stated that those who cannot afford insurance will be helped and she has repeatedly noted that she does not intend to garnish wages to pay for her health care program.

And why is it that when an important bill is up for vote in the Senate, Obama chooses to simply miss the vote rather than go on record as actually having an opinion. On that matter, Hillary Clinton did not "vote for the Iraq war" as the current President of the US did not seek a vote before attacking. What she voted for was the right to use force if necessary and to support the use of military strength to back up the WMD inspections.

Frankly, I think both candidates have a lot of positive points that merit consideration and can balance out each other's negatives; that's why I was hoping for the dream ticket. If we elect Clinton-Obama in 2008 I figure the democrats could lock up the White House for the next 16 years. Consider it.

Canadian Neighbour   February 24th, 2008 5:24 pm ET

Hillary, just face the harsh reality, it is over for you. Just give it up. Stop the constant bickering and knit-picking, this is the reason why voters are rejecting you. I really sympathize with you, but you need to give up.

May God bless you !

Nana   February 24th, 2008 5:24 pm ET

Why is the media so biased against Obama. They spent 3 days on Obama's so called plaigarism but barely noticed when Hillary's so called emotional moment was "xeroxed" from her husband and her farewll speech was borrowed from Edwards.

Anybody believes Obama will be covered if he had lost 10 straight states.

Consider Clinton's very unpesidential "shame on Obama" attack yesterday. If Obama, or frankly any male, had done that, he would have been called ill tempered, aggresive and not fit for office. Howard Dean's "yerrrrr" chant sunk his candidacy. But Hillary can do whatever she likes whenever and to whoever with no consequence.
Please

ChicoSez   February 24th, 2008 5:23 pm ET

The issue here, beside how CNN only posts anti-Clinton messages, is how Barack says one thing and does another. You can talk about Clinton all you want but it doesn't change the fact that Obama said 527's were bad when they were against him but he's for them if they support him. That's hypocrisy pure and simple. Obama has got every vote that he will ever get, which is about 50% of the Dem. That will be his general election vote total too. No republicans, no independants and only 50% of the Dems. He will unite the country but it will be against him not for him. Wait and see.

marge   February 24th, 2008 5:22 pm ET

John February 24th, 2008 3:31 pm ET

I really hope she wins Texas and Ohio.

CNN stop being biased!

((John))) you should be hoping for a BIG win in Texas and Ohio...A win by a small margin isn't going to help Poor Hillay. Lets face it, even if she wins one or both it won't be by a large margin!!!

calvinvirgil   February 24th, 2008 5:22 pm ET

why worry about a ad when there has to be more important things to worry about.if hillary is so great her works would speak for themselves. we have know hillary n bill for years . i think hillary is just a power hungry woman that loves to brag n take control of everything. but cannot accept critizism.Obama has more warmth with people from all ages races back grouds. he has the personality and maturity and intelligence .to do america proud for the next 8 years. what do your senses to you when u see hillary?
and what do your senses tell you when you see obama?
just watch and listen then you will feel.... obama 08... bermuda resident calvin.

Cher   February 24th, 2008 5:22 pm ET

Obama did not tell the truth in the debate about the bragaid being set to Afganistan, but that was only on FOX NEW and CNN did a brief report and then not mentioned again. It is obvious the the reports on CNN are for Obama without Doubt. The things that Obama does gets very little coverage, as when his wife said that for the first time in her adult life she is proud of her country. What about the past 40 some years?? I am very proud to be an American and Very proud of my country. I wish someone would "knock the wind out of his sails". but if Obama becomes the canidate I will vote for McCain.

Kyle Columbia SC   February 24th, 2008 5:22 pm ET

Hillary GIVE THE AMERICAN PEOPLE A BREAK!!!! It's all fine and good when someone runs an ad for YOU but not Barack!!?? You got to be kidding me. I can't wait until 10PM March 4 when the results are in and you decide to drop out. You have NOT be fair this entire race and you blow steam when you're called out about your Healthcare MANDATING US to buy into you system and IF WE DONT THEN GARNISH OUR WADGES. THAT IS THE TRUTH HILLARY!! YOU SAID IT!! And in regards to NATFA YOU WROTE AND SPOKE HIGHLY OF IT!!

sam   February 24th, 2008 5:22 pm ET

change! change!! the mythical slogan has now changed to promises,promises!!.How is he going to do that.BE REAL.He is a phoney . Dont be fooled by Barack Hussein Obama and put your trust in him.

HP Boston   February 24th, 2008 5:21 pm ET

Media / Obama the selling out of America. He does as he does she must do not what he does.

marge   February 24th, 2008 5:20 pm ET

What else is she going to "complain" about????? What sher and her campaign NEED to be doing is planning a Gracious Exit strategy for her.
Contrary to what her "followers" believe...Without a BIG win in Texas and Ohio, she's done!!!!
They seem to "think" (for lack of a better word). That a win in both of these states will resurrect Hillary's losing campaign. THEY ARE WRONG!!!!!
She has to win by a landslide in BOTH states,just to catch up!!!!
Soooo If she can't get 65 percent of the delegates in both of those states...Which she will NOT. Her options are either to bow out gracefullty OR be the Dems Mike Huckabee.

ILoveAmerica   February 24th, 2008 5:19 pm ET

So, now Hillary's attacking Obama for tolerating an outside group's TV ad in favor of Obama, even though she tolerates another group's ad in HER favor.

So… this is Hillary's "solutions business?"

From PA   February 24th, 2008 5:19 pm ET

so Mr.Obama I have a couple of questions for you

#1 Whats the difference between State Lobbyist and federal lobbyist?

#2 Did you ever receive money from lobbyist? (now answer truthfully...karma can be a b#%$#)-(YES)

#3 How much are you donating to Africa (ophrah connection?)?

#4 Did you ever support NAFTA? (YES)

#5 so whats the difference between taking money from lobbyist and getting money from big companies endorsing you? (EXELON to name 1)

#6 Did you buy your house from Rezko? (YES)

#7 Wasn't Michele Obama a CEO of a company that makes more than a Walmart CEO?

#8 where did you get the base idea of economy and health care plan?
(CAN WE SAY CLINTON)

#9 Do obama supporter even know what NAFTA is? It only got expanded to china...under republican governement.....

#10 Obama have you ever flip floped in ideas? (CAN WE SAY YES-one example question on meeting leaders of other nations)

#11–Mr. obama didn't you say you would send troops right away into Pakistan

***I thought you wanted to go with diplomatic solution first?? pakistan said they would look at that movement as aggression....are you wanting to start another war??

*** I am in the health care field (doctor)....and I can say your plan for health care sucks......the rest of us are going to end up paying the money for those that did not get "affortable health care"......he does have penalties for his plan!!

june   February 24th, 2008 5:19 pm ET

I AGREE WITH LEIGH! We need to vote smart . Learn all you can about the candidate and their partner.Know now no regrets after the nominees have been choosen.

Michael   February 24th, 2008 5:17 pm ET

Is anyone surprised that Obama is allowing for all this truth stretching? I mean, he's slamming Hillary for her support of NAFTA over 10 years ago, but he publicly supported a NAFTA expansion to Peru in October of this year!

Read between the lines! Don't listen to his eloquent lies!

Diana   February 24th, 2008 5:17 pm ET

We know a double sided fish out of water when we see one.
GO HILLARY..08

John   February 24th, 2008 5:16 pm ET

I really can't believe you Obama supporters! How could you think of voting for someone who has a potential history of anti-american beliefs. You should be ashamed of yourselves and when the Republicans get there hands on him about it, he will fold like a chair. At least Hillary can always say that she has always been an American and has always fought for American rights.

Cali Voter   February 24th, 2008 5:16 pm ET

Ohio,
Please put this disgusting style of politics out of its misery, once and for all. Thinking Americans everywhere are disgusted by this. Senator Clinton's generation had a chance to define politics the way they wanted it. They gave us Lee Atwater, Karl Rove, and the Clinton trademark of spinning 100% of what you say. Now, perhaps we can move beyond this. Of course politics has always been, and will always be, a nasty business. But do we really want to endorse a candidate whose every word is calculated and who only tells the truth half the time.

It's real simple: if you look back at the past 6 weeks, EVERY time the Clinton campaign accuses someone else of doing something nefarious, they're doing PRECISELY what they're accusing someone else of doing.

Marcia, Marcia, Marcia in CA   February 24th, 2008 5:16 pm ET

Dawn needs anger management therapy. Actually, a lot of you Obama supporters do. Scary.

Bree   February 24th, 2008 5:15 pm ET

I'm so sick of hearing Hillary's spin on unimportant garbage. Obama was right when he said that if it wasn't this, it'd be that or something else. Hillary's acting like a whining brat – she isn't getting her way, so she's just going to muck things up for anyone else around. Way to be a mature adult, Hillary. She needs to stop talking about other people and start talking about herself instead. Of course, she doesn't bother to do that because the only way she gets attention is to talk about Obama. Interesting, isn't it?

Karen   February 24th, 2008 5:15 pm ET

The Obama moonies are baaaaaaack.

ILoveAmerica   February 24th, 2008 5:14 pm ET

So, now Hillary's attacking Obama for tolerating an outside's group's TV ad in favor of Obama, even though she tolerates another group's ad in HER favor.

So... this is Hillary's "solutions business?"

I Can See Thru Her   February 24th, 2008 5:13 pm ET

BLAH, BLAH, BLAH...

This is why she is losing. I'm an avid Obama supporter but she made a little head way with the thing about the mailer. It was misleading and not necessary given how Obama is doing.

BUT....

Then here comes her campaign with this madness!!! I lost even more respect for her. She needs to replace this Wolfson genius (NOT) who keeps screwing up her chances. As soon as she gets a little traction, here comes Mr. Wolfson, the idiot, spewing more garbage. What, does he not yet realize that people can think and research for themselves???

WE DON'T NEED CRAP LIKE THIS TO HELP US MAKE UP OUR MINDS.

If she were of true "substance," she wouldn't need to resort to things like this....now I'm definitely sure about OBAMA!!!!

Greg   February 24th, 2008 5:12 pm ET

Stop whinning and release your tax returns

jhs   February 24th, 2008 5:11 pm ET

Get a grip people. I can't believe all the stuff flying here. I have never in my life seen such an angry, mean-spirited group of people placing comments. I'm a self-proclaimed "red-neck republican", and standing outside the democratic party, I can honestly say, Hillary Clinton is getting the short end of the stick here. I live in Michigan, but work out of state most of the time. Most of the negative ads and mailers I've seen come from Mr. Obama. Maybe he should stick to "practicing what he preaches".

Peter   February 24th, 2008 5:11 pm ET

Obama is a hypocrite? I'm shocked I tell you. Appalled, dismayed, aghast. It's an abomination that Obaminable is obloviating. Shocked I tell you. I can't get over it.

The Obama light coming through the window is fading... my Obama epiphany has gone pafffoooot.

Jorge, from California..... dude, like, step away from the computer and, like, take a cruise, or like, go surfing, maybe go meditate, man. Whoa, You like, totally freak out over everything, like, Clinton, like, and it's getting a little scary.

Chill on the caps and the ! before you pop a cork.

Peter Obama08!   February 24th, 2008 5:11 pm ET

Hillary camp double stands. They wants Obama to denouce an ad from a union on behalf of Obama, but they will aacept ads that are in favour of them.

Wow... if you say now that there shouldn't be a private ad on behalf of Obama and you wants same kind of ads to run on your behalf because he had denouce it when there were more than 6 candidates that is double stands.

Let's the union ads run if yours is running Hillary's camp..

AB   February 24th, 2008 5:11 pm ET

yes, the hillary campaign cry foul when Obama supporter does something that hillary supporters have been all along. give me a big break!!!

Dylan in CA   February 24th, 2008 5:11 pm ET

Wait a minute... let me get this straight...

"The Clinton campaign is also the beneficiary of an outside group's television ad in Ohio. The American Leadership Project, founded by several backers of the New York Democrat, unveiled a pro-Clinton ad last week."

Wow! What blatant hypocrisy! The Clinton campaign gets more and more desperate each and every day. I support Obama 100% (and no, not just because I enjoy his speeches but because he has the best vision for this nation) however, I do have respect for Mrs. Clinton – although I've lost much of it during this campaign.

Her campaign has done her a great disservice with their abysmal smear tactics. They are now grasping at straws, looking as pathetic as ever, and destroying whatever small chance she had left of winning the nomination. That's what you get when you surround yourself by the wrong people (i.e. Penn, Wolfson etc...)

Despite some of the absolutely rediculous comments I read on this site, I have no doubt that 99% of Democrats will unite around Barack Obama because they know that the last thing this world needs is an extension of Bush's disastrous presidency (with the 1% being those truly petty people who put their own childish bitterness ahed of the good of the nation.)

I'm looking forward to change. Obama '08!

caywen   February 24th, 2008 5:09 pm ET

Sorry, but *HILLARY* is making this charge? Bwahahaha

The hypocrasy is too much to take.

Obama can and should win this election, and Hillary needs to stop feeling entitled to the position.

Splendid Baker   February 24th, 2008 5:09 pm ET

What a waste of air time. Why doesn't SHE stick to the issues instead of being so negative!!!! Sign of a desperate housewife.

Focus on Obama   February 24th, 2008 5:09 pm ET

Hey Obama supporters:

Please focus for one minute on Barak Obama – NOT HILLARY!!! Does Obama conduct himself differently?? I think not. He attacks like any other candidate – he whines like any other candidate. He lifts speeches like other candidates. He's arrogant like other candidates. He flip flops like other candidates. He's a marketed created product like other candidates. What change do you see???

Joan   February 24th, 2008 5:09 pm ET

The Clinton campaign is saying that Obama should apply the same standards to himself that he applied to Edwards. Why is that wrong.

527s are a political reality. But the Obama camp has criticized not only Sen. Edwards but also the ALP (pro-Clinton 527) and now its somehow ok that other 527s are running ads for him?

dale in indiana   February 24th, 2008 5:08 pm ET

i hope the people wake up before it's to late. same old smoke and mirrors... GO HILLORY

Corky   February 24th, 2008 5:07 pm ET

Wait until tomorrow Obama.....Waterloo has come!!!!!!

StanReese   February 24th, 2008 5:07 pm ET

So, Obama's campaign says Hillary will require everyone to buy health insurance whether they can afford it or not, right? What's the difference. I live in a state (Alabama) that requires you to buy car insurance whether you can afford it or not.

And, if you don't buy your car insurance, they can and will arrest you and treat you like a common criminal.

My wife and I drive newer vehicles. I have a son in college and now have two babies with the new wife. Our car insurance is $400. per month. Health insurance through the company I work for is about the same. If I had my choice, I'd insure the family. We go to the doctor much more than we go to the dealership for body work.

If I decide not to buy car insurance, I go to jail. If I decide not to have health insurance, I go where? Hmm, lemme see, I go to the emergency room anyway? I quit my job and get on medicaid?

When will someone in Washington stand up and take notice? Take care of what is important first and then take care of the rest....if only I could.

Stacey in Baltimore   February 24th, 2008 5:07 pm ET

Sen. Clinton keeps saying over and over again about Obams's speeches, please tell me what it is she is doing when she is speaking with the American people. Excuse me, but I think she is also giving a speech. Please let's not get so critical and desperate in the end of this campaign and keep focused on what it is that the American people really need to hear.

Kris in PA   February 24th, 2008 5:06 pm ET

Obama supporters who want to rearrange this to be an anti-Clinton campaign story, perhaps you need to first read the ENTIRE thing, and secondly understand the true issue here. Quit missing (or ignoring) the point just to try to make yours. Your boy is not walking the walk on this one and many other issues lately. HE slammed Senator Edwards several times for accepting 527 ads on his (Edwards)behalf, said it should not be done, and now he's doing the very thing he slammed Edwards for doing. So much for changing politics as usual, part of the platform Obama is running on. The guy is a true blue politician, and I'm sorry to burst your delusional bubbles, but he is ONLY that.

Mati   February 24th, 2008 5:05 pm ET

Don't play stupid. It was very clear. The issue is not running the ads, the issue is that Obama is a flip-flopper. He criticized Edwards in December for being supported by outside groups. I blame Obama for pushing away good candidates from the Democratic race and by turning this race into a joke about 'change we can believe in'.. yeah, Obama in power, the biggest change ever.

MCR   February 24th, 2008 5:05 pm ET

Obama's true colors or lack thereof are showing now that he is being exposed. It appears he can't take it and refuses to acknowledge when he got caught e.g. plagerism, patriotism and truthfulness. Obama should be tested.

JD - Houston, Texas   February 24th, 2008 5:05 pm ET

I agree with John. CNN is bias.

IndependentTurnedObamite   February 24th, 2008 5:05 pm ET

Leigh – You are such a loser. Kindly post some information about ALL the research you did about Obama and explain in context to why you say that you did not find anything to say as his accomplishment. GROW UP!!!

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Nehemiah Jones   February 24th, 2008 5:01 pm ET

Senator Clinton:

If you are interested in a democratic candidate winning the November election, please bow out of the election at this point in time. The eleven straight wins by Senator Obama and the major endorsements Senator Obama has received should be a sign that he has the momentum and that he should be the nominee. Please bow out of the race now for the good of OUR party and to save yourself and the DNC from any humiliation. The last thing we need right now is for a divided democratic party going into the convention. Let us show that we can unite together behind the candidate that has the momentum and that the people want as their nominee.

Gavin M   February 24th, 2008 5:01 pm ET

Hey OBAMA-BOTS & "IN THE TANK w/OBAMA-MEDIA".....

HERE'S MORE EVIDENCE THAT YOUR CANDIDATE IS PLAYING DIRTY AND BEING DIVISIVE, ARROGANT, CONDASCENDING, AND OUT-RIGHT WRONG...

Wow, and they are still not listening....

BARACK OBAMA *IS NOT* *IS NOT* a Uniter – - if he was, he would be positive --instead he is, and has been, going negative....

TOLD YA!

Hillary 2008 !!!

Shirley   February 24th, 2008 5:00 pm ET

Hillary doesn't have change with a PROVEN RECORD OR SOLUTIONS. What she has is 35 years of the same experience as
the ROVE'S Administration!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!.
VOTE OBAMA!!!!!!!!!!

JR, Columbus, Ohio   February 24th, 2008 5:00 pm ET

He can't ask them to take any action–that would illegal coordination.

And, of course, Mrs. Clinton is fully aware of this fact.

RENEA,PLYMOUTH,MI   February 24th, 2008 4:59 pm ET

HILLARY CAMPAIGN IS ITS OK FOR ME TO DO THESE THINGS BUT NOT OBAMA. YOU HAVE TO FIGHT FIRE WITH FIRE .DO ON TO OTHERS AS THEY DO ON TO YOU!

mike   February 24th, 2008 4:58 pm ET

If we had a universal right to own a car we'd all be driving Yugos. Hillary's plan will put us in the medical equivalent. Think about it – what will become "elective", what will become "out of pocket"? The health care system's that seen heads of foreign states come to the US for the best treatment available anywhere in the world will decline to a Yugo factory. Obama has a plan that bridges the inherent negative possibilities. Clinton's plan is a recipe for disaster. Since we will all need first-rate healthcare at some point in our lives, we should consider the consequences of a Clinton plan.

I'm sorry if this sounds unfeeling, but every sob story Clinton tells about parents who can't get health care for their children has at it's root an irresponsible adult.

And don't overlook the fact that everyone will always receive emergency treatment – medical ethics in this country guarantee that.

BTW – how does the HRC plan deal with undocumented US residents?

frank   February 24th, 2008 4:57 pm ET

We do need an experience president. Look at our economy now. NO MORE TIME FOR ON-THE-JOB TRAINING. LET'S VOTE FOR HILLARY. SHE'S PERFECT FOR THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES.

Scott Struble   February 24th, 2008 4:57 pm ET

If the remaining days of her candidacy will be filled with attacks, it's going to be a long 10 days until the Texas primary. It might be time for the Clinton campaign to concede there are few differences on the issues with Obama.

One thing remains true for young voters; anyone under the age of 42 has only seen a Clinton or a Bush on the ballot for President in each general election since they were old enough to vote. Perhaps the country is ready for a real change of leadership.

California Independent   February 24th, 2008 4:57 pm ET

Why does she keep pointing out the slime of Obama?

She needs to get the Obama rules memo...

If you opposed it before and Obama supports it, you now support it.
If you supported it before and Obama opposes it, you now oppose it.

If Clinton points out Obama's lies, Clinton's evil.
If Obama slimes Clinton, Clinton's evil.
If Obama blows his nose people applaude, Clinton gave him the cold because she is evil.
Obama does sleazy hispanic mailers, Clinton's fault.
Obama does 4 page black mailers, Clinton's fault.
Obama smears universal health care with lies, Clinton's fault.
Obama lies and states his health care is universal, Clinton's fault.
Obama snubs reporters, Clinton's fault.
Obama is condescending and dismissive towards women, Clinton's fault.
Obama is condescending and dismissive towards Nader, I don't know how but under Obama's rules it is Clinton's fault.

Most people flip-flop. Not when adhering to Obama rules. His position has developed upon reasoned reflection. Ha!

I think I am beginning to see a pattern.

Joseph   February 24th, 2008 4:57 pm ET

I get tired of all the Obama supporters who have no clue. Obama does waffle and he continues to waffle on everything. This is another indication of how he be if people are stupid enought to vote for him as president. He middle of the line voting record has shown that he has noreal spine.

Hoa   February 24th, 2008 4:55 pm ET

I believe the difference is Obama attacked Edwards for something similar while Hillary did not. It makes Obama seem like a hypocrite. She is not saying that these ads are inappropriate; she is just pointing out that Obama should not be doing something that he had condemned months earlier.

MIwatch   February 24th, 2008 4:53 pm ET

I just felt that most Americans are hypocrites, that is why so many hypocritical leaders have been elected.

We saw the polls showed that Race and Gender is not an issue in their choice of the candidates, but majority of black people voted for Obama. And Majority of men voted out Sen. Clinton, because they don't want to see a woman president, and try to find some kind of excuses to vote her out. screaming at her, asking her to iron their shirts. While all these happened, yesterday Obama tried to play a sympathetic card, by saying that he would be treated differently if he has lost 11 states in a roll. Has anyone say that Obama is playing the sympathetic card?

People don't want Hillary to be president because they just don't want a woman to be president, not because she is not capable or she can't bring change. If you don't want a woman president just say so period. Don't try to find some accusations to support your decision. We can see that John Edward's quit has helped Obama alot more than we can imagine. The anti-woman president votes have gone to Obama.

Is Race an issue? Yes. Is Gender an issue? Yes. Just admit that America, you still can't open your heart, you are still in the 60's.

Flip-flopping has been Obama's character, we already saw that in the Thursday debate, Campbell Brown pointed that out. But media has down play that.

Good work Ms. Brown, that is the real independent voice and information we need.

Cali   February 24th, 2008 4:53 pm ET

So, Senator Obama should dennounce the UFCW's plan to run an ad on his behalf, but Senator Clinton is okay with a 527 group running and ad in support of her? Is Senator Clinton serious?

TJJJ   February 24th, 2008 4:52 pm ET

IF THE IDIOTIC MEDIA THAT HAS HOUNDED HILLARY FOR MONTHS WERE TO HAND THIS NOMINATION TO OBAMA, HILLARY SHOULD RUN AS AN INDEPENDENT-LETS TAKE ANOTHER LOOK AT THIS-–OBAMAMANIA. CHANGAMANIA HYSTERIA. REPUBLICANS MALES, INCLUDING THE KKK ARE VOTING IN DEMOCRATIC PRIMARIES SO A WOMAN DOES NOT GET TO BE PRESIDENT--SHAME ON YOU NOISY IDIOTS!!!!!!
HILLARY SHOULD RUN AS AN INDEPENDENT, LETS DO THIS WITH A CLEARER VISION.
SHE IS RIGHT-OBAMA IS NOT GOING ANYWHERE NEAR THAT WHITE HOUSE-HE IS NOT QUALIFIED. HE IS AS LIBERAL AS THE DEVIL HIMSELF
HELL TALK TO TERRORISTS, CUBA EVERYBODY–scaaaaaaaaaary!!!!! AND GIVE EVERY BODY EVERYTHING-STUDENTS GET $4000 EACH-THIS GUY OBAMA IS A CROSS BETWEEN THE PIED PIPER AND SANTA CLAUSE-–FAR FAR LEFT. WATCH HIM AT THE DEBATE HE'LL SAY EVERYTHING HILLARY SAYS- JUST TO BECOME MODERATE-HE'S A CON MAN. A MESSIAH FOR FOOLS LIKE SOME ON THIS BOARD-–

Sam   February 24th, 2008 4:51 pm ET

We are not stupid–Hillary is done.

bond   February 24th, 2008 4:51 pm ET

Ahhh the smell of desperation... Time for Billary to concede and unite the party instead of continually trying to divide it. The fat lady has sung.

Florida voter   February 24th, 2008 4:50 pm ET

Vote Hillary 08! She can defeat the Republicans.

ari   February 24th, 2008 4:50 pm ET

'the more things change the more they remain the same' Obama runs a very successful orchestrated campaign but reality is somewhat different on the issues that matter and the media is also ignorant in informing the public; like change in iraq-no commitment of bringing all troops home but rather limit application of combat troops which is only a fraction of total numbers; the notion that obama is for change in washington with its corporate influence sounds hollow when his record indicates he was one of the largest benefactors of the nuclear industry. not that hillary fairs better is some aspects but at least she has a well defined program of healthcare for all. One issue that has not come up is palestine/israel which encapsulates the whole issue of the middle east and its conflicts.

Jim, American in Paris   February 24th, 2008 4:48 pm ET

On the band wagon off the band wagon! There's a lot of "CHANGE" coming from Obama when you get down and look at it. In Iowa, John Edwards helped Obama "change" by getting stabbed for his ads. Now it's Hillary's turn to be sacrificed for Obama's "change" on these kind of ads in Ohio.

This reminds me of what Obama says about the voters in Florida and Michigan, when suggesting, but not being sure as he quite often is, that we could redo the vote in those two states later this Spring or Summer so that way it could count!!! Of course, he must feel that this is the type of "change" that America needs.

Paul   February 24th, 2008 4:47 pm ET

"Change" is simply a slogan for Obama meant to dupe people into believing he is a breathe of fresh air when in reality he offers more of the same, just in a different package. Obama and Hillary are cut out of the same clothe. Ralph, thanks for entering the race – you have my vote!!

udjo, Eseroghene Franklin   February 24th, 2008 4:47 pm ET

I think Sen. Hillary Clinton did not position herself strategically from the onset. Her recent postures point to the fact that she is trying to reposition herself. This is almost late for her. Obama got it right from the start with the powerful selling proposition " CHANGE". This campaign reminds me so much of Jack Trout on POSITIONING: THE BATTLE FOR YOUR MIND.

Udjo, Ese

Nancy, Oklahoma   February 24th, 2008 4:46 pm ET

It appears Hillary supporters do their research on the Hillary website. Hillary has not accomplished more than Barack. In fact Barack has more legislative experience than Hillary. Prior to entering the U.S Senate three years ago he was a Senator in Illinois for eight years. I wonder if Hillary supporters realize that Hillary is still considered a junior United States Senator herself? Oh and by the way Hillary fully supported NAFTA in the 90's. NAFTA was considered a huge success by the Clinton administration. Only now has the tone and language evolved. NAFTA has been a dismal failure. It turns out the Republicans were right on the mark when they played hardball and correctly predicted what NAFTA would actually bring to the average hard working American.

Anonymous   February 24th, 2008 4:46 pm ET

The democratic party has lost control of its primary elections. I say that because republican operatives are voting for Obama in droves and have blatantly influenced the determination of the Democratic nominee.

The democratic party is now being pressured by those who have no business butting into party affairs, not to use the superdelegate votes exactly for what they were intended which is to deny outside forces the ability to interfere with the primary nominating process. Currely that is exactly what the republicans are doing–interfering with the process.

If democratic party bosses are as intelligent as I believe they are, they will use the force of the superdelegates exactly for the reason they were created–to prevent outside influences such as the Republicans from taking control of the party and determining who will become our democratic nominee. Superdelegate votes SHOULD be given to Hillary Clinton since an Obama nomination will only help republicans achieve their goals to win the presidency and will not reflect the true will of the majority of democratic voters.

Jdona   February 24th, 2008 4:43 pm ET

The issue is what Obama says versus what he does. If he denounced John Edwards campaigns for having outside groups running ads, then how is it ok for him to do it now?

Toni   February 24th, 2008 4:42 pm ET

I find it interesting reading the blogs...it appears that Obama's comments during the debate that we are "ordinary voters" and "ordinary people" is not as arrogant as I took them to be...he is truly on the mark...how ordinary can people get. Not one intelligent comment looking at issues other than those fed to you by the media, or maybe to be even more "ordinary" by some celeb. Is it possible that looking at voting records whether they have held a state or a senator seat is too much effort if not fed to you by the media? Why not take an effort to have the media address your interest instead of creating your interest?

TJJJ   February 24th, 2008 4:42 pm ET

YOU GUYS ARE SO IGNORANT BLIND OBAMA FOLLOWERS. IN IOWA , THERE WAS A TRUCE BETWEEN THE PARTIES THAT CERTAIN KINDS OF AD MAY NOT BE RUN, APPARENTLY AFTER JOHN EDWARDS OR ONE OF THE PARTIES DID IT. DONT FORGET THE DNC IS CONSTANTLY IN CONTACT WITH THESES PARTIES. OBAMA AGREED LIKE EVRYONE ELSE.
PEOPLE CAN RUN ADS ON YOUR BEHALF BUT NOT CERTIAN KINDS OF ADS- THEY ALL AGREED. NOW OBAMA IS FLIP FLOPPING AS USUAL.
YOU GUYS SHOULD STOP DISPRESPECTING HILLRY CLINTON BECAUSE YOU FOUND A MESSIAH.
HER HUSBAND IS THE ONLY PRESIDENT EVER DELIVERED IN A LONG TIME......OBAMA IS STILL MAKING ENDLESS SPEECHES- STOLEN SPEECHES- JUST WAIT TILL THE SMOKE CLEARS-OBAMA FLIP FLOPS AS IT SUITS HIM
YOU SHOULD ALL SHUT YOUR DAM MOUTHS AND UNDERSTAND!
HILLARY IS RIGHT-OBAMA THINKS HE OWNS THE WHITE HOUSE ALREADY–YOU ALL THINK WRONG!!!!!!

mary   February 24th, 2008 4:40 pm ET

dose it raeally matter Nader is going
to run for president and that will take votes away from
the Dem. party. becouse some people do not like Rep or Dem.
and will vote for him they have another choice now. That what
happened to Al Gore so do not blame President Clinton becouse
Al Gore did not win it was Nader. He will upset the apple cart
once again onley if he get 3 per cent that is the end of Obama.
Since you all think he is going to win. I for one will vote for McCane
if he gets the nomanation and so will alot of Hillery Supporters
why should we vote for some one who the media did not give a fair
shake they allways give him a fair shake not the others.
I will never give Obaama my vote and with out Hillery people he will
lose big time ha ha

Tim O.   February 24th, 2008 4:38 pm ET

Hillary is upset because she is out of money and can't run anymore tv ads. I guess living at the Ritz last month and spending all that money on herself left her a little short.

Go Obama!

HD   February 24th, 2008 4:33 pm ET

Clinton is winning the polls in the State of Denial.

The state of denial has as many delegates as Florida and Michigan this year....Zero! The Clintons need to hang it up and quit spending their own personal money on fracturing the democratic party.

They could use that money for good instead by buying inpoverished americans health insurance or donating it to the Obama campaign so we can beat McCain in November.

Susie   February 24th, 2008 4:33 pm ET

Doesn't Hillary see what a lame objection she just raised? She is clutching at straws to say the least. Is anybody else getting sick of this?
Please, somebody, tell me, where are the adults?
The Clinton campaign has lost all sense of reason....
I am so looking forward to March 4th when this will all be over.

Say Good Night, Hilary.

Obama 08

Frank   February 24th, 2008 4:32 pm ET

That's a joke ... she brought the 527 group of millionaire friends into play. Now a union decides to back Obama with a 527 style ad campaign and Queen Billary cries foul.

PATHETIC!

This is our time ! OBAMA'08

HD   February 24th, 2008 4:31 pm ET

There is a similar group (a 527 group American Leadership Project) running campaign ads for the Clintons in Ohio and Texas and that particular group has spent over $10 million for advertising. Do you see the Clintons pulling those ads from the air and asking their supporters to stop.......No, you do not.

The Clinton campaign needs to stand up for something. A few weeks ago it was a stand against "plagarism" only to see Hillary take words from Bill Clintons 1992 campaign and John Edwards 2008 debate appearnce in Iowa and use those same words at the end of the debate last week when she said earlier..."we do not need change you can xerox".

Now we see the Clintons go against supporters running ads for Obama in Texas and Ohio; however the 527 group that supports her are spending $10 million and the Clintons say nothing about this.

The Clintons campiagns only stance is that of HYPOCRACY. She needs to bow out and fade away with grace and dignity so my democratic party will not lose to Nadir and McCain in a few months. It is time now to surround and support our nominee who has won the last 11 elections in this race over the past month.

Jerry west palm   February 24th, 2008 4:31 pm ET

It is truly amazing that CNN constantly is after
democratic presidential lead while totally
ignore all the lobbying and afair issues with
Republican lead which have just popped out
You would think this is much worthier news since
McCain platform is based on anti lobbying!!!!!

James, springfield mo   February 24th, 2008 4:31 pm ET

Oh ya from southwest mo bye bye clair mcaskil

Florida voter   February 24th, 2008 4:30 pm ET

Yeah, why does Cnn make Hillary look so bad. In my opinion, she's the only candidate that can beat Mcain. Yeah, i Know Obama has an advantage against Mcain in the polls but remeber: we dont chose the president, the Electoral College does. VOTE HILLARY!

AngiePagilagan   February 24th, 2008 4:30 pm ET

You all people who e-mailed above!!! What a dingo. You all do not have any brains at first i thought I said I do not care whoever wins I will support so the democrat will win & get the white house but now if OBAMA wins I will vote republican SHAME ON ALL OF YOU for being blind to the truth . CNN MSNBC ARE all bias they all raised OBAMA to the pedestal But Let it be and let this country that I love fall because of wrong choice

ORK   February 24th, 2008 4:30 pm ET

Right, so a 527 organization constituted by some 100 super-rich supporters (at $100,000 a plate) with the express purpose to progress their agenda through hillary can show their ads, but Obama must condemn a legitimate union (whose entire existence is not to swiftboat someone into power)!

And btw, he did not criticized john edwards ad, but rather the personal behind that ad! Now, twisting and turning that argument she wants Obama to criticize a million plus working people's representation.

Given how hillary has been going after Obama, it seems to me she sold her shame to garner some extra money and votes!

Iowan for HILLARY   February 24th, 2008 4:30 pm ET

Way to go Leigh! Thank you very much for speaking what I've been saying for months!

He's such a hypocrite in so many ways. He touted having "every major newspaper in Texas endorse me" but the Daily Texan, which is the paper for the U of Texas endorsed Hillary.

However, in this Ohio mailer, he has a quote in there from an opinion column from The Daily Iowan, which is the paper for the U of Iowa! He also included The Daily Iowan in his Iowa ads as one of the "major newspapers across Iowa" to endorse him.

Like someone else said, it's great when it's in his favor but when it doesn't favor him it's "silly".

VOTE FOR ANSWERS AND SOLUTIONS!

VOTE FOR CLINTON!!!

Hillary for Pres   February 24th, 2008 4:28 pm ET

CNN stop putting Obama on a pedestal. The point here is that Obama uses the same campaign tactics so maybe he should stop acting like he is above all that. They do their fair share of mud slinging. The media has been relentless on Hillary and she's handled it quite graciously. Hillary has millions of supporters who have already voted for her and will continue to support her. No one asked Obama to drop out when Hillary was in the lead, why is she being asked to do so with the gap so small? We need someone who has experience for the most important job in our country.

Julie, Binghamton, NY   February 24th, 2008 4:28 pm ET

Oh no, Obama says one thing and does another???

I am agains the Iraq war- I don't know if I would have voted for it.-- Wait, I am agains the war again.

I would meet with leaders with no pre-conditions.-- Wait, I won't meet them unless some standards are met.

Let's stop this silly politics.-- Wait, I am going to engage silly politics.

Outside groups shouldn't post ads for Edwards.-- Oh but they can do it for me.

Hmmmm.... how many times is Obama going to say one thing and do another.

Words are meaningless unless action can back them up. Obama is all talk and NO action.

California Love   February 24th, 2008 4:26 pm ET

Vote for OBAMA if you believe in RAIMBOWS, HEARTS AND UNICORNS...

It is unbelievable that so many have voted for this man who has no experience...

If he wins the nomination, I am applying for a job as a CEO and offer CHANGE and HOPE... They should give it to me, as many as you have to this MAN.

Wake up people – stop drinking the KOOLAID....

Tammy   February 24th, 2008 4:25 pm ET

Yup Leigh and when people can't put food on their tables or can't pay their rent.......they will sure be glad that they have their health!
If you can't take it then dont dish it out!

TS   February 24th, 2008 4:24 pm ET

I like how even though CNN has been running a string of stories that essentially just repeat what the Clinton Campaign says, there are still Hillary supporters claiming "CNN bias"... What?

Google "Obama blasts shadow fundraising group" and you'll see a San Francisco Chronicle piece where Obama takes on 527s – that support his campaign. He's consistently said they should not be part of the process, has asked those running them to close them down and told his supporters NOT to donate to these groups .

Just like yesterday when all of the Obama haters called Obama arrogant for saying "he would quit if he lost like Clinton" , maybe we should all wait for the facts surrounding the case and to hear Obama's response.

Also though, we should note that a trade union with decades of history isn't exactly the same thing as Swiftboat Veteran's for Truth.

V in Ca   February 24th, 2008 4:24 pm ET

She is making a comment about Obama's say one thing, do another style of leadership.

Make no mistake: Republicans are registering for the day in open primaries and voting for Obama. WHY? Because their candidate has already been chosen, doesn't need their vote, and they don't want to face HIllary Clinton in the fall. Pay attention. Do your own research.

AngiePagilagan   February 24th, 2008 4:23 pm ET

I am a natutralized citizen. I will not vote for Obama. he reminds me of our politician in my native country. He is a sleek operator baby and he will bring down this country to shame.& corruption
He thinks he can get away with everything because no one can touch him because he is Black. he will just cry wolf and get back to the oponent because of his ethnicity Well let me tell you just a few months more and those can of worms will come out. Other people are already questioning his patriotism and also his wife and his inaccurate account of the military in the debate is also under scrutiny . GO HILLARY NO Matter what just fight him for what he is. Do Not worry about being negative he will fight you because he is not really a gentleman OH YOU PEOPLE HAD BEEN DOOPE By Angi PKB

EL NNINO   February 24th, 2008 4:23 pm ET

The Clinton camp is hypocritical and desperate. BAd and Sad combination. They would go to any length to secure this nomination even if it meant destroying the democratic party...

Kelechi   February 24th, 2008 4:23 pm ET

My mind is made up. Hillary Clinton is the epitome of a loser!

MO   February 24th, 2008 4:23 pm ET

The NYT reporte yesterday that the Obama campaign asked Powerpac.Org and a sister organization, Vote Hope, to stop their activities on his behalf. But the campaign’s pleas have come to no avail. It would be political suicide to have a news conference condemning an ad put out by ones own supporters. He did the responsible and logical thing, which was to contact them and ask them to desist.

Lori - Austin, TX   February 24th, 2008 4:23 pm ET

What a hypocrit!! She is the queen of negativity, drama, and hypocrisy! I am so sick of the Clintons! Thank you Hillary for reminding me once again why I should NOT vote for you. I had already done the early voting and voted for Obama, but this latest stunt of hers has made me want to go to the Caucus as well and help make sure Obama gets the nomination.

Terry   February 24th, 2008 4:22 pm ET

The Clinton people are the biggest bunch of cry babies I have ever seen! Good grief...the Clinton people think they are entitled to the Presidency well so far the good people of America have voted otherwise.

YLI   February 24th, 2008 4:21 pm ET

American people is just repeating the same mistake they made 8 years back. lessons to be learned all the time. Obama did a great job to impress people that all his plans are "almost the same" as Clinton's. Read their policies carefully to see for yourself.

Sliv   February 24th, 2008 4:21 pm ET

"Much ado about nothing". Oops, Shakespeare said that. Plagerism. You're all so seriously silly about a whole bunch of nothing.

Thomas   February 24th, 2008 4:20 pm ET

"The issue is whether or not Sen. Obama will apply to himself the same standards he set on Sen. Edwards," he said. "We did not criticize John Edwards for the activity on his behalf as Barack Obama did."

aware   February 24th, 2008 4:20 pm ET

Hillary the HOPE of 08

Hillary can do the hard work of reconciliation and restoration that is necessary for true forgiveness.

Nader will blunt Barack's hype. Mahalo Ralph! Now all we need is Michael Bloomberg.

I will vote for anyone but the arrogant, self serving, pontificating, ego driven, control hungry baby Barack and his instant gratification mantra.

Terry   February 24th, 2008 4:19 pm ET

Seriously, this is childlish......
Stop whining, focus on winning Hillary.

Kim, Sacramento, CA   February 24th, 2008 4:19 pm ET

Hillary – You just keep going negative girl, it's working so far...

HILPOCRICY AT IT'S BEST!!!   February 24th, 2008 4:19 pm ET

I WAS A CLINTON SUPPORTER UNTIL THIS LATEST STUNT. NO MORE!!!
PEOPLE GET YOUR FACTS ELSE WHERE BECAUSE THE CLITON CAMPAIGN IS NOT GOING TO GIVE IT TO YOU STRAIGHT.

OBAMA CRITICIZED THE EDWARDS CAMPAIGN NOT BECAUSE OF THE AD BUT BECAUSE SOMEONE IN THE EDWARDS CAM[AIGN WAS ACTUALLY AND FACUTALLY BEHIND THE AD.

SHAME ON YOU CLINTON CAMPAIGN!!!

edge   February 24th, 2008 4:18 pm ET

Yeah Leigh....you really must have *just* "changed" your vote.

It's not obvious that you are and have been a HRC supporter....much...since you're just giving her stump speach and echoing her communications.

Why do you have to lie about changing your vote to show your candidate some support?

Oh and don't forget to look in the Rovian Mirror when you look at her campaign.

GoBama!   February 24th, 2008 4:18 pm ET

So let's get this straight, outsiders do ads on behalf of the Clintons.
And outsiders do ads on behalf of Obama.

Now, Obama should criticize people who support him, while the Clintons don't mind their outside support? lol

So Barack Obama should, in effect, unilaterally disarm, while the Clintons remained armed? lol

Of course those interested in campaign reforms want to limit the overmuch impact of the special interests on the campaigng process.

However, how stupid would Obama have to be imprisoned by his own words./criticism of John Edwards, while the Clintons take advantage of him?
That would be tantamount to tying your hands behind you while challenging someone with two arms free.
Healthy human minds do not is not biased toward self-destruction.

No intelligent individual will imprison himself with MERE WORDS (even if they are his), while an opponent is armed with deeds!

TXnurse4obama   February 24th, 2008 4:17 pm ET

The real solution will come when Obama wins TX & OHIO and Hillary concedes that he is the peoples real choice, with the solutions to implement change.

Rancher   February 24th, 2008 4:17 pm ET

Can someone point me to polls that show what Nadar does to hit the Dems? I am guessing his hit takes a chunk from Obama... and not so much from Clinton. Just curious.

Paula   February 24th, 2008 4:16 pm ET

Until today I would have been excited with an Obama/Clinton ticket.But after her recent hypocracy I doubt he would select her.What a shame so many have to suffer for one's indiscrepencies.In Texas she publicly spoke of her pride in sharing the stage with him and 2 days later she's playing games.This is why we women are not ready for the job as president.The job requires consistency and she does not have it.Personally I think she's ruined it for herself already.What a shame.

mary   February 24th, 2008 4:14 pm ET

Obama supported NAFTA for South America!!!!!! Why are the unions pretending they don't know that? NAFTA was created to bust the unions. AND now the unions are supporting Obama who also voted for NAFTA for South America. WHAT AM I MISSING HERE?? Obama is not an angel here either!! The first "Bush" set up the NAFTA, Clinton came in and signed it. Sooooo let's put some blame on the first President Bush.

LifeLongDemocrat   February 24th, 2008 4:13 pm ET

Quit whining Obama supporters! Wait till the Republicans get started at pulling your candidate off his pedestal!

Quit making childish comments about Hillary also. You need us Hillary supporters if Obama gets the nomination. We have McCain, Nader and I wouldn't be surprised if we will have Bloomberg as alternatives.

The Republicans have the best get out the vote strategy so their people will be there.

You need us!

Hillary 2008, 2012 and 2016

John Adkisson   February 24th, 2008 4:13 pm ET

Mr. Wolfson seems bent on creating daily "new lows" in politics. He repeatedly attacks Senator Obama for supposed wrongs that he admits are exactly what Senator Clinton is doing.

Wolfson says Obama should not attack Clinton on health care but in the same breath he attacks Obama on the same issue. He atttacks Obama for so-called "plagiarism" and then feeds Senator Clinton with verbatim lines from other speeches. Wolfson accuses of Obama of going negative and tolerating independent PAC's, while she is admittedly doing the same thing!

If you are wondering why Senator Clinton's campaign has not met expectations - take a look at her inner circle of managers. Hubris and arrogance has been apparent in every tactic.

Albert   February 24th, 2008 4:13 pm ET

Obama sounds so Hollywood to me! I'm not surprised you people like him. You like Hollywood movies! Even if in this movie trailer he beats Hillary he doesn't stand any chance against McCain and reality. Democrats which like movies loose again in the real world!

Carl   February 24th, 2008 4:13 pm ET

Howard Wolfson spins EVERYTHINGin a way that just doesn't make sense and simply makes Hillary look bad. She really has the wrong people on her side. Not to say anything nice about Karl Rove, but at least when he took care of the spin, he made it SOMEHWAT feasible and effective. Wolfson just makes himself look like an idiot, taking Hillary down in the process even though it's not her fault.

Linoq   February 24th, 2008 4:12 pm ET

Leigh

So tell me of some Hillary accomplishments solely for herself.....

Her record as Senator is soo poor that it is a pity, but for 300+ million dollars of earmarks (woodstock museum 1 million anyone?)

WAKE UP AMERICA!

j gannon   February 24th, 2008 4:10 pm ET

Leigh, please read Obamas' plan for insuring "Every child "in America.His plan does not leave out any child.

Captain   February 24th, 2008 4:09 pm ET

Barack Obama supporters, please do not trash Hillary or her supporters. I voted for Obama here in Illinois, andnow we must focus on uniting the party. There will be a lot of spite regardless of who wins the nomination. Remember that the true enemy is John "Mac Daddy" Cain. He can not be stopped unless the party is united.

Hillary supporters: Can you please do the same?

Juanito, Washington, DC   February 24th, 2008 4:09 pm ET

These Clintonistas never stop with this nonsense. The FACT is that Obama only criticized Edwards in Iowa because EDWARDS came out against 527s, and then when a 527 started running pro-Edwards ads in Iowa, Edwards did not criticize them. Obama then asked Edwards to be consistent and condemn the pro-Edwards 527 group.

Obama himself was not opposed to 527s..I mean, the Clintonistas are so desparate at this point, eh? When 527s ran ads for Clinton and Obama in Nevada, the Clintonistas did not complain, but that was because Hillary was ahead in the polls, so it was ok. Now that she's down for the count, the Clintonistas suddenly want to attack Obama on 527s. Kinda like Hillary suddenly found outrage over the NAFTA mailers yesterday, even though the mailers were first sent out by the Obama campaign over 3 weeks ago.

Go away, Hillary.

hkitty   February 24th, 2008 4:09 pm ET

The problem for Obama is that he keeps presenting himself as a different kind of leader. Yet, what we are seeing is he really is no different, except he lacks substance. Obama=GW

Change with no substance is why we are in the boat we are in right now. When Bill Clinton offered change, he had substance and did pretty good getting stuff done. I tend to trust Hillary will do the same. After this rolle-coaster ride over the last 7 years, I kinda would like not having to worry all the time. I do not want to exchange GW for another GW, even if he is in my party. Go Hillary!!!!!

TX4 Hillary   February 24th, 2008 4:08 pm ET

Now, I remember where I'm 'attempting' to get news.. The OBAMA NEWS NETWORK.

How dare anyone speak against BARACK!

This isn't a very important decision to our country, so we should just go with whomever the media tells us to vote for.

Jack   February 24th, 2008 4:08 pm ET

Those who say blindly that Obama's health care leaves 15 million people are the DUMBEST group i have ever seen in my life. He never said that he won't provide insurance to anyone who needs healthcare.

Grow up guys. Accept the truth and the truth is that HILLARY WILL NOT GET THE NOMINATION. She is done. Just get over it. I don't care if you guys vote for McCain because of it. It's not going to stop us!!!

IF YOU USE 3RD PARTY TO AIR ADS, WE WILL HIT HARD WITH THE SAME WAY. THAT'S OUR POLICY!!!!!

Doug   February 24th, 2008 4:07 pm ET

Leigh,

Maybe you should do research on both canadites before telling everyone else to Vote Smart Research.

You said: When our children are sitting next to children that are sick because they were one of the “15 MILLION” that’s not covered in the Obama plan,what will we to cure our children , the what if’s are to great."

Obama's website: "Mandatory Coverage of Children: Obama will require that all children have health care coverage. Obama will expand the number of options for young adults to get coverage, including allowing young people up to age 25 to continue coverage through their parents' plans."

Joe Ossai, Bedford, NH   February 24th, 2008 4:06 pm ET

HILLARY PLEASE DROP OUT, YOU ARE A SHAME TO THE DEMOCRATIC PARTY.

TX4 Hillary   February 24th, 2008 4:06 pm ET

...and where is this "RECORD" again?

Wait, you're right.. we have HOPE, we don't need real experience.

FREE SOLUTIONS,
KEEP THE CHANGE

Lee Ann ~ Texas   February 24th, 2008 4:06 pm ET

Why can't Hillary focus on the issues? She seems to be so obsessed with making Obama look bad that she has forgotten about what the voters really want to hear. Quite frankly, the woman is getting to look so power hungry that she feels she MUST win at all costs! That's scarey!

micah   February 24th, 2008 4:05 pm ET

Relax people, they're just commenting on how its ironic that he called out Edwards for having this sort of add then has one himself..she didn't call out edwards or obama for having the ads...therefore not hypocritical

Sylvia   February 24th, 2008 4:05 pm ET

all you Obama Zombies make me ill....you are killing this country with your dispicable blindness....for the love of this country WAKE-UP

al   February 24th, 2008 4:05 pm ET

How about CNN taking a poll to see if they have been fair with their air time for the canidates? And, seemingly to me, Mr. BO has been given all of it, all of the time. I thought of CNN as being fair, however, this election has proven that not the case at all; CNN has lost all credibility from where I sit. Especailly with the dude Jack Cafferty, man, Jack, why are so angry with Hillary? Leave your emotions at home and just report the news!

Wolf, I you're losing credibility and your objective fairness, lately you've been working too closely with cracker "Jack."

SC for Hillary   February 24th, 2008 4:05 pm ET

I applaud Leigh for using intellect, I can not understand why so many people are showing how unintelligent they are. It is so simple to just do the research and you will see that you are being lead down a road which is sure to land the republicans in the white house. What kind of change can a person with no experience, who has only been in the Senate for two years, whose wife is not proud of this country unless you are being Duped by preaching and speeches by someone who has so substance. Please Ohio, Texas, do not continue to be mislead
by the pathectic obama whose head has swollen because people are being Duped by his BS.

Craig H, Mpls, MN   February 24th, 2008 4:05 pm ET

Well, after Hillary's hypcritical silly season attacks that didn't stick and got her boos in the last debate, I don't know how anybody can take her seriously as a candidae for the President of the United states anymore. I had hoped that she had learned her lesson after getting booed, but apprently now the new strategy for her is to create such a firestorm of false attacks to somehow create a smoke screen that disorientates the voters enough to forget which way is up. I debated a Hillary supporter who said that he thought that there was something to the plagiarism charges just because there was so much buzz about the accusation. Are the Clintons now trying to take advantage of poor critical thinking of people like that who might conclude that the sheer volume of attacks means that some of them must be true?

Hong   February 24th, 2008 4:04 pm ET

It was, is and will be all about "changes". Now I begin to understand what is Chicago politics. Bad economic news will be rolling out next week. Does anyone have better solutions than Hillary's proposals?

Nick   February 24th, 2008 4:04 pm ET

Wow, many Obama supporters make accusations without reading the facts!
HRC has been speaking out against NAFTA since at least 2000.
She gives higher tax breaks for people to afford the healthcare than Obama does.
The campaign is calling on Obama to denounce the ad because he went after Edwards for doing the same exact thing just a few months ago. This, to me, is hypocritical on Obama's part and has nothing to do with HRC not denouncing the 527 ads run for her. SHE never criticized Edwards!
Get your facts straight, your Pied Piper is telling you all a lot of really nice stories that in the end he can never make come true...

MJ   February 24th, 2008 4:03 pm ET

All we need is the truth and Hillary, you are not telling us the truth, Barack is.

All we want from the candidates is HONESTY and INTEGRITY. You have neither.

American people are not stupid. If you were at least honest, we might have sympathy for you. But you are dishonest, deceitful, and obvious. That's exactly why people are turning back on you. Don't you get it Hillary?

Think about why people are turning back on you. Just think about it.

Rebecca - Fresno, CA   February 24th, 2008 4:03 pm ET

TO LEIGH: YOU SAID......."When our children are sitting next to children that are sick because they were one of the “15 MILLION” that’s not covered in the Obama plan, what will we to cure our children , the what if’s are to great."

Leigh....NOT TO WORRY, those "15 MILLION" children that your children will be sitting next to will have mandated coverage from the Obama healthcare plan........... keep up the research.

Vig   February 24th, 2008 4:03 pm ET

Anyone watch SNL last night? They let CNN have it by spoofing CNN's catering and over valuing attitude toward Obama, while snubing & censoring Clinton at every turn. They depicted Obama as a man of few words (most of which were reactive), a humorless bore with a furrowed brow. Don't worry Hillary didn't come away unscathed either. But I thought they captured it.. CNN should consider changing it's name from Cable News Network to Censoring News Network.

Jamie   February 24th, 2008 4:03 pm ET

Obama has a history of ruthless and dirtly politics: From a story about how he first gained public office in the Illinois State Senate: (Chicago Tribune April 4, 2007): The day after New Year's 1996, operatives for Barack Obama filed into a barren hearing room of the Chicago Board of Election Commissioners. There they began the tedious process of challenging hundreds of signatures on the nominating petitions of state Sen. Alice Palmer, the longtime progressive activist from the city's South Side. And they kept challenging petitions until every one of Obama's four Democratic primary rivals was forced off the ballot. His overwhelming legal onslaught signaled his impatience to gain office, even if that meant elbowing aside an elder stateswoman like Palmer. A close examination of Obama's first campaign clouds the image he has cultivated throughout his political career: The man now running for president on a message of giving a voice to the voiceless first entered public office not by leveling the playing field, but by clearing it. One of the candidates he eliminated, long-shot contender Gha-is Askia, now says that Obama's petition challenges belied his image as a champion of the little guy and crusader for voter rights. "He talks about honor and democracy, but what honor is there in getting rid of every other candidate so you can run scot-free? Why not let the people decide?" Had Palmer survived the petition challenge, Obama would have faced the daunting task of taking on an incumbent senator. Palmer's elimination marked the first of several fortuitous political moments in Obama's electoral success: He won the 2004 primary and general elections for U.S. Senate after tough challengers imploded when their messy divorce files were unsealed. Hence, his rapid ascent to power...

Ann Cohen   February 24th, 2008 4:01 pm ET

Hopefully, CNN watched SNL last night. The Clinton/Obama debate
skit spoke volumes. CNN is bias in favor of Obama.
I can't tell the difference between watching the FOX network from
CNN or any other of the major networks.

ALL our media sources suffer from Obamania!
Thankfully, SNL nailed it!

I hope CNN tries to regain some objectivity.

Martin   February 24th, 2008 4:01 pm ET

...Trouble (for her) is that she doesn't seem to learn much from her vast experience.

...Like: All my erratic negative slanders so far have backfired.

Ann, MO   February 24th, 2008 4:01 pm ET

The American Leadership Project was set up by Hillary supporters that had already contributed as much money as they are allowed under the laws, so this way they can contribute more for her campaign.

The Unions are set up to represent their union members. Their is a hugh difference here that should be investigated. It is illegal to have one of these organizations set up just to support a candidate. The Clinton campaign should keep their mouths shut, or the press will start investigating and it will mean more bad press.

JKan   February 24th, 2008 4:01 pm ET

"Obama talks the talk but never walks the walk."

"The Obama Camp has been misleading the American People and is starting to LOOK Like the political tactical maneuvering of The “ ROVE” administration."

They learned from Rove that to FOOL people is easier than having thye experience to do the job. It takes years in public life to have EXPERIENCE. So they decided to go Rove's way with tow years of NOT SO GLAMOROUS experience.

Strangely it doesn't bother the US voters! What a shame!

Laurie   February 24th, 2008 4:01 pm ET

I don't understand America....Actually Americans! We cry out for change....yet, don't seem to understand that by keeping the same people in power over and over again... Bush, Clinton, Bush, Heaven forbid Clinton again....We are actually living up to the definition of insanity. Doing the same things over and over again, expecting different results. Not only are we thinking of doing this with our President....we do this over and over again with our Representatives.

Integrity....surrounding yourself with people better than you.....Those are key elements to great leaders.

The Clinton's....but definition....are power hungry and can not stand the limelight being on anyone but themselves. Why would anyone actually vote for anyone into leadership who has a track record of integrity issues?

upset   February 24th, 2008 4:00 pm ET

I still can not beleive that we have gone so far to back up now!! So she is a woman , white woman, so she is Bii Clintons wife, does this make her not her qulified for the job NO NO !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! wake up people before yoy find yourself saying if only I had!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Edward Lynn   February 24th, 2008 3:59 pm ET

Obama is right to condemn this kind of spending, AND he's also right to accept it IF the other candidates are (and they are). Look, Hillary and the others who've been pulling the wool over our eyes in Washington for decades would like there to be a double standard. That way they could keep taking the money and anyone who thought that was wrong and hoped to change it when they have the chance would never actually GET the chance because they couldn't accept the money in the first place, and would get outspent by those who didn't have any qualms with the idea. Before you can change the rules, you have to play the game. And you have to fight fire with fire.

d   February 24th, 2008 3:58 pm ET

It doesn't matter any more what Hilliary does..... The news media, Oprah and others have forced the face of Obama and his finger waving on America. He stands for nothing on his own. He is a preacher... he belongs in a church where everyone can faint for him, praise him, whatever. He is not a Leader the US needs in these trying times.

I hope, Hilliary, you are the nominee... if not, I'm going to cast my vote for McCain.

Alexandra   February 24th, 2008 3:58 pm ET

Leigh,
Get a life!!!

Martin   February 24th, 2008 3:58 pm ET

Wow... Hillary has an awful lot of experience being a hypocritical opportunist!

anyone but her, OH   February 24th, 2008 3:58 pm ET

plse Hil, after you lose TX and OH plse just quit so we can heal as a party

v.ananthan   February 24th, 2008 3:58 pm ET

THIS SHOWS OBAMA IS NOT PERFECT AT ALL !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

OBAMA IS A TYPICAL POLITICIAN......................................

Cris in Texas   February 24th, 2008 3:58 pm ET

CNN why are you not asking obama for the earmarks that he promised in the debate las thursday?

Mk   February 24th, 2008 3:57 pm ET

Leigh;
Who's proven solutions record are you referring to?
Bill Clinton's? Because last time I checked Hillary was the president's WIFE. She is not the incumbent.
Still waiting for that list of things she has accomplished in her LONG 35 years of experience.

Ferdy   February 24th, 2008 3:56 pm ET

RIDICULOUS !!!!! BYE BYE CLINTON.

Joseph   February 24th, 2008 3:56 pm ET

Obama will never beat McCain. If Obama loses, his career is finished. Hillary will be a strong candidate to be the nominee in 2012. Why? Obama's "change" campaign will have gone nowhere and CLinton will still be Clinton. Hillary and Bill Clinton are great campaigners and they will never camapign openly for Obama. Obama has attempted to discredit all of Bill's accomplishments and has run a negative campaign against Hillary at times. Obamaiwill be washed up in November.

S   February 24th, 2008 3:56 pm ET

Not clear CNN???? Missing something here? Can you support it , perhaps show an interview with Wolfson or a live video ??????

becca   February 24th, 2008 3:55 pm ET

obama has never done one thing to make me believe that i should trust him. on the contrary, i am very skeptical of someone who pretends to be infallible. none of us even know who barack obama is. i have researched all of the candidates and i cannot in good conscience vote for someone who has nothing to show. i'm afraid that obama has the potential to mess up this country more than george bush did. he might be a good speaker, you may even like him (god knows on what basis other than the things he says) but that doesn't mean that he will be a good president.

look at the shear incompetence we've had for the past eight years because people voted for the "change" candidate who proclaimed that he was a "uniter, not a divider."

sadly, this is the reason that we have super delegates and an electoral college – people are stupid. do research people and get knowledgeable – your vote is precious – people died so you could vote. vote with your head.

John   February 24th, 2008 3:55 pm ET

Leigh I have researched and Obama Has sponsored and co-sponsored over 800 substantive Bills, far greater productivity than your Billary has on her side.

Bayou Joe   February 24th, 2008 3:54 pm ET

Cry me a River. Both you and Obama have no viable plans. You promise a lot but can't deliver. Wake up America and support McCain, the only one that cares enough for his country to fight in Vietnam.
Remember Fellow Americans it was a Republican President, Richard Nixon that got us out of Vietnam after a Democrat, JFK got us in and a
Democrat, Lyndon Johnson, made it worse. I Trust McCain to get us out with dignity and to protect our soldiers and the good people of Iraq and Afghanistan.

catherine   February 24th, 2008 3:54 pm ET

come on!! Clinton campaign was right!! No matter what attitude one campaign adopts, keep with it and stop flip-flopping!! This flip-flop is the exact problem of B, obama and shows his true color. Why are you attacking Hillary for all this? The point is not what attitudes they have, the point is Obama flip-flop~~~

Bob   February 24th, 2008 3:53 pm ET

She did NOT vote for NAFTA, she wasn't even in public office at that time!
Her health plan is recommended by experts, Progressive experts who have repeatedly said Obama's is not very good, especially if you want to move to universal health care. She has better positions on trade than Obama and her voting record and legislation backs that up.

Probably the worse thing is the Obamamanics just spam every single online article, video, post with misinformation and frankly misogynistic comments.

J Noonan   February 24th, 2008 3:53 pm ET

Congratulations Hillary for causing the divisiveness in the Democratic Party.

YOU HAVE LOST 11 IN A ROW and you are on your way to losing March 4th. The people in this country have spoken and OBAMA is the choice.
Rally around him or the old man is gonna take office

ENOUGH IS ENOUGH

belle   February 24th, 2008 3:52 pm ET

The point I see is that Obama claims over and over to be above negativity. He can't now say that since others do it he will too. But he's doing it and everyone excuses him.

He's just another typical politician.

julie slc ut.   February 24th, 2008 3:52 pm ET

I am SOOOO looking forward to after Ohio and Texas, when Hillary, the most disingenuous, unqualified, inexperienced, hypocritical candidate, finally "get's real", herself, and drops out of the race.

If Hillary wasn't married to Bill Clinton, the DNC would be pressuring her to drop out of the race. Imagine if it were Obama who was behind by 150 pledged delegates- he would have been pushed right out of the race by the DNC 10 states ago.

Citizen   February 24th, 2008 3:51 pm ET

Dear Mr. Obama,

Please win these next two primaries in Ohio and Texas, to provide this lady with the opportunity to go back to New York. Please win this thing so that we can have some peace of mind.

Maysa4Obama   February 24th, 2008 3:50 pm ET

Hmmmm..... someone sounds a little bitter NO?

Obama '08
YES WE CAN!

DinSea   February 24th, 2008 3:48 pm ET

Flip flopping? Is this the QUEEN OF FLIP FLOP speaking? She has done so many turn-arounds in her speaking, I'm dizzy!

Grasping – gasping – clutching at straws. She is the worst candidate I have ever seen. I only hope one day all of her scandals and shenanigans will catch up with her and that she will once and for all be accountable for all her criminal activities.

Win at all costs – in the dictionary under "Clintons".

Tom Wittmann   February 24th, 2008 3:47 pm ET

A very simple question to the extreme high paid Mr. Wolfson:

If Hillary. Edwards or Obama REALLY have nothing to do with the
groups posting ads for the candidates, how can the candidate avoid they post them ??

Of course, if the candidate tell the potential poster "thank you for offering me a campaign contribution, but I prefer you post instead such ads" this would be different.

By the way: ads launched by individual supporters as the one of
your newly founded "American Leadership Project", are much more suspect to being a front !

Who was the poster of Edward's ads and where Obama's critic was
posted ??

TOM

Janet   February 24th, 2008 3:46 pm ET

Two words for the Clinton campaign – double standards. When it benefits you, it's OK; otherwise it is wrong. This does not fly with the voters. Give us a break!

ABG   February 24th, 2008 3:46 pm ET

Obama's "anything goes tactics" are not only Republican strategies but an indication his campaign knows people are seeing through his lack of real plans. People are tiring of the "change" chant without substance and leadership. Voters are waking up and the tide will turn against Obama. He criticized Edwards and now he is doing the same. Take note Ohio, Texas, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island and Vermont!

LATINAS FOR OBAMA   February 24th, 2008 3:45 pm ET

Well, at least OBAMA's adds are stating the truth. I believe that OBAMA's campaign complained about the lies that were said about him... that's all.

But I understand that desperation makes people do and say anything and Mrs. Clinton has to find anything to knock her opponent down as fast as she can or else.

I think I like Hillary when she plays clean and does not play tricks thinking that we will buy them. It's a little too late to discredit him on a false pretence.

HH   February 24th, 2008 3:44 pm ET

The Clintons campaign is trying to convince us that Obama is just as politician as they are.

When we said change in Obama, we just don’t mean change in politics strategy. We mean change the dynasty and the mentality of get well connected into the system first then run for a president.

There are over 300million people in USA and many of them are capable of leading this country, you don’t have to be Bush or Clinton to run this great country.

Jason TX   February 24th, 2008 3:44 pm ET

And the Obama slide gets a bit slippery, can't wait for the mudslide to gush. I hope it happens in time for Clinton, but if not it will surely happen for McCain.

Clinton '08, McCain '08

(ANYONE BUT OBAMA!)

James Smith   February 24th, 2008 3:43 pm ET

Senator Obama is being asked to adhere to the same standards he imposes on others. Whether he does will be indicative of his character. We shall see . . .

nick   February 24th, 2008 3:43 pm ET

Stop crying and run your campain Hillary. For the past couple of days all you have been doing is talking about his campaining methods. He is not out there talking about the fact that you stole words from Edwards and Bill while at the same time accusing him of it.
just do what you need to do to and stop crying all the time.
After March 4th it will all be over and then we can move on to McCain.

mica fine   February 24th, 2008 3:42 pm ET

The Clintonistas are really losing their cool... . Do they see a train wreck looming?

Lynn   February 24th, 2008 3:42 pm ET

Again, convoluted thinking/doublespeak on the part of the Clinton campaign...

Leigh   February 24th, 2008 3:40 pm ET

This is exactly why, I and several others will change their vote. If you want so called "Change, we can believe in" then we need to go with "Change with a PROVEN RECORD, PROVEN SOLUTIONS”. I researched and Obama has no accomplishments except the one's that are solely for himself. His track record has no accomplishments that were for “We the people whom elected him“. The Obama Camp has been misleading the American People and is starting to LOOK Like the political tactical maneuvering of The “ ROVE” administration. Do we really want another 8 years of that, they all should be in jail. I’m just saying People should stop voting and backing candidates just because he’s African America can or she’s a White Woman, just the issues that matter. When our children are sitting next to children that are sick because they were one of the “15 MILLION” that’s not covered in the Obama plan, what will we to cure our children , the what if’s are to great. Your Vote is precious , Vote Smart Research.

Chris from Ohio   February 24th, 2008 3:40 pm ET

Let me get this straight. Clinton's people are saying Obama should tell the union to not run their ad but it's okay for the 527 (American Leadership Project) supporter her to run their negative ad? If you are asking Obama to denounce an ad by United Food and Commercial Workers Union then Clinton should have denounced the ad by the American Leadership Project (ALP). I could care less either way...just pick one! If you can't stand the heat...

John Stevens   February 24th, 2008 3:39 pm ET

Obama talks the talk but never walks the walk. I personally do not care for the outside groups but he did criticize Edwards directly about the Iowa ads. Now he should call himself out – but he will not.

Doreen   February 24th, 2008 3:36 pm ET

I agee. I don't know why all these people are falling for Obama's flip flops, distortions, lies, and copying from the Republican play book's smear tactics. I don't call that "change."

yns   February 24th, 2008 3:36 pm ET

It seems the campaign for change is doing nothing to promote change. It looks like things are heading in the direction of the same old politics as usual. Nothing different here. I hope all will see what is really happening here!

Go Hillary Go!

Ted   February 24th, 2008 3:35 pm ET

I can't wait until we can stop listening to the hypocrisy of the Clinton campaign. The ads running on her behalf in Ohio are being funded by wealthy donors who are making an end run around campaign finance laws. The union ad running in Ohio is funded by union dues from hard-working Americans, and Hillary Clinton would have licked their boots for their endorsement, and done cartwheels to benefit from their ads.

Jorge from California   February 24th, 2008 3:35 pm ET

Give me a BREAK!!!!!!!! You CAN DO IT but Barack can't!!!!!! You send horrible lies on mailers in Winsconsin and Clinton did not mention that on her "Shame on you" act!!! I AM SICK OF THIS LOOSING MENTALITY!!!!!!! PLEASE CLINTO STEP DOWN NOW!!!!!

Ken, Austin TX   February 24th, 2008 3:34 pm ET

It's funny how the Clinton campaign wants to be a contributor of negative ads, but can't stand to be a recipient of one. I've seen/heard numerous negative notions coming from both her, her camp, and Bill Clinton regarding Obama. Now, she just stated in her infamous closing remarks at the debate that she was so tough and could withstand the atrocities of the world, but yet she cries over an ad. This is why I voted for Obama.

Firewmn   February 24th, 2008 3:34 pm ET

What-EVER Wolfson... double standard & double spin when it's your candidate.. Grow-up Hillary.. attack ads are something you and your campaign are famous for– so get over it and welcome to the real world of presidential elections.. It's rough out there!

Rebecca - Fresno, CA   February 24th, 2008 3:34 pm ET

Geez....can't Hillary's campaign just stick to the issues? So...let me get this right....the Hillary campaign does not object to the content in this ad that hasn't run yet, but they just want Sen Obama to object to the ad because of who is paying for the ad?????? My heavens...isn't this the big bad Clinton machine? This is all just looking sooooo desperate. Please let's just get this over with in Texas or Ohio!

Sabrina LasVegas, NV   February 24th, 2008 3:34 pm ET

This is so weak and typical of the Hillary campaign. If the shoe was on the other foot and theUFCW would have given the endorsement and ran an add for Sen. Clinton, Wolfson would be mum on this.

Curtis   February 24th, 2008 3:32 pm ET

Barack Obama was criticizing the fact that somebody high up in the Edwards campaign was the director behind that ad. Other than that, he has never condoned individual organizations taking their own time and money to support a candidate. Hillary is so annoying.

Bruce Taylor,Berkeley/Sacramento,CA   February 24th, 2008 3:32 pm ET

She was for NAFTA. She was for the the Iraq War. Her health insurance plan features an open-ended mandate.... It is time for the spinning to end and the future to begin. It is time for the Democratic Party to embrace its own future in the candidacy of Senator Obama.

BUKKY   February 24th, 2008 3:32 pm ET

Barack has said many time that he dosnt want this to happen. What do they want him to do? Attack 1 million of his supporters for supporting him? BS

When move-on made ADs in Cali he said he didnt like it, when the unions put on Ads in Nevada he said he didnt like it. What do you want him to do? ban his supporters from supporting him

And this whole bit about Clinton having the same kind of ads but criticizing Obama is laughable

John   February 24th, 2008 3:31 pm ET

I really hope she wins Texas and Ohio.

CNN stop being biased!

Ito, Yokosuka Japan   February 24th, 2008 3:31 pm ET

She must know the end is near, because she has pulled every stop. This woman is rabidly desperate. Somebody give her a sedative and put her on a suicide watch because she is on the brink of a meltdown.

But I still don't count her out. She is, after all, a Clinton. God willing she will lose either Ohio or Texas or both and we can call it a night.

Farrell, Houston, Tx   February 24th, 2008 3:30 pm ET

Release your tax information Hillary and stop shifting your stance on that, voters have been calling for you to do so. We as democrats won't risk voting you as a nominee, only to have a tax scandal come out and we lose the election. HILLARY RELEASE YOUR TAX INFORMATION, WHAT ARE YOU HIDING.

Dawn   February 24th, 2008 3:30 pm ET

Outstanding! I get it…It’s okay for Hillary to make false accusations, slander Obama all over television, but she can’t take it when the truth is dished right back to her. Some people just can’t handle the truth!

No Hillary…. People aren’t delusional! Just because you’re out there constantly bragging about yourself all the time… and Obama spends his time talking about the people… It doesn’t make you the better candidate.

What are you going to do if or when you ever talk with an enemy?
Tell them how much better you are, make false accusations, get upset when they say something you don’t want to hear, yell, point the finger, then finally cry? Give me a break!!!

Yeah sure…Like garnishing wages from people who already can’t afford medical coverage is really going to help. So what’s going to happen to them when they can’t afford to pay their rent, purchase food, gas, clothing, etc, and end up on the streets?

Let me guess… They’ll get ill, end up in a hospital with their mandatory paid medical coverage, and end up with more medical bills to pay right? Better yet….Hillary will come to their rescue with a new failed plan right?

Not everyone has a life of luxury! Some people work day and night, month to month, without a penny to spare. Wake up lady! Oh I forgot…It’s not about the people…. It’s about you and your bragging rights….right? Or maybe it has to do with one of the secret network, private party meetings in DC?

CHANGE and UNITY is A LOT better than a lot of destructive and failed policies!

CHANGE and UNITY has made our country A LOT better place!
The Civil War; MLK – With a STRONG LEADER, CHANGE and UNITY made it happen!

Just because Obama isn’t blurting is track record all over the country, it doesn’t mean he doesn’t have one!

Look where our country is now just because of the war alone!

OBAMA FOR PRESIDENT

JOHN   February 24th, 2008 3:30 pm ET

WHAAAAAAAAAAAAAA, WHAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA, WHAAAAAAAAAAAAA, WHAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA. STOP CRYING HILLARY WE'VE HEARD IT ALL BEFORE.

Tom   February 24th, 2008 3:29 pm ET

Good Point!

Maisie08   February 24th, 2008 3:25 pm ET

So wait–let me get this right. The Clinton campaign has an outside group putting up ads that support her but somehow Obama must condemn the action when a group does the same thing on his behalf?!?!

The hypocrisy out of Clinton's campaign is out of control. Can we just focus for once on the issues and let voters decide.

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