American people are finding the true side of Hillary, I would not vote for Hillary if she win the nonimee she maken the Demoncrate party look bad I wish she would drop out. Everytime I turn tv on her picture is on the tv with negative remarks. American people want someone who can put our country together. Hillary is the type person would talk about nonsense government issue. I am so happy Dodd endorse obama watch and see more Demoncrate going to support Obama everyday you seeing someone leaving Hillary campaign and now they supporting Obama

Duh !! It's like riding a train to certain destination: One with all the sparkles, fireworks, new paint, new seats and the word CHANGE on front. The other one, no so new, no so shiny……..but guess what? the old train driver does have a map of how to get there, the other one has no clue … but at least it looks good to those with an IQ below 120. Go Hillary, HISPANICS, IF OBAMA WINS, LET'S VOTE 4 MCCAIN.

First Dodd, then Richardson and then Edwards will back Obama. The democratic party at work. After all they need a token democratic president in the oval office. That's the only way the democratic agends will get through the White House. They don't want an intelligent women there. It's the good old boys club.

Wow its funny that the longer this goes on the more fanatical the Obamamaniacs get. Comments like its time for Hillary to set aside when the votes haven't even been cast yet. Kinda gives the impresion that the Obamanutjobs are scared. Hillary stepping aside will be handing the nomination to Obama and thats not right, if he wants this he'll have to earn it. He has yet to say ANYTHING to sway my vote, nobody sees this man for who and what he is. And who is this Dodd person any way? I've never heard of the guy, doesn't matter any way. Obama is going to have to work harder if he wants the win.

I am glad to see that people in the states that have not voted yet do not matter and we should simply accept the will of the privileged few in the other states and annoit their candidate. Maybe Chris Dodd shoould let everyone vote and have a say before he asks us to unite behind a candidate.

everybody being brain washed by the republican machine Obamo is an easy kill come this Nov

We all know BIG Corporations own the media and it looks like they will have their say in who is the President. They seem to want someone who has only 3 years experience as a Junior Senator. Obama has done NOTHING to date to support his claim to Change. Obama has never done anything on his own while serving in the Senate to be famous for. WHERE HAS THE CHANGE BEEN FOR THE LAST 3 YEARS AS A SENATOR. Break out the Koolaid for the Obama supporters.
Dodd is a DUD who cares what he thinks

As a British citizen living in Canada, I started looking at this race as a Clinton supporter. The thing that annoys me about Hillary isn't Hillary, it is her supporters who are so narrow minded that they fail to see the positive energy being poured into the many states of the US by the Obama campaign, I switched pretty early on and I believe that the hopes and dreams of the US people can and will be fullfilled by a new face in Washington. I just hope that Hillary's supporters have the decency to vote for Obama IF he gets the nomination. Given the choice, I would Vote for Hillary over any Republican.
Shame I can't vote though isn't it…

Attention All Democrats:

We will have a Republican in the White House named John McCain. Cindy McCain will be first lady and will showcase the White House Christmas tree in 2009. Republicans and Independents have tainted the Democratic Primary process and voted for the weaker and less qualified Barack Obama to knock Hillary Clinton out of the race. Once this process is completed, which it should be by March 4, these same cross-over voters will return to support John McCain and Barack Obama will carry 10 states if he's lucky. Wow, what a tactic… and Democrats were fooled by it and snatched defeat from the jaws of victory. This one won't even be close in November and Ralph Nader will not help Obama one bit. I guess John Paul Stevens and Ruth Bader Ginsburg will be replaced by Scalia-Alito type Justices. Talk about political suicide by the Democrats…. lost 8 out of 11 presidential elections since 1968.

HRC supports will NEVER vote for Obama and their voice will be loud and go down in history!!

Mr. Dodd is seeing Hillary's behavior for what it is, divisive and fuel for the Republicans. Don't think that her recent rants will not be shown over and over by the right as they paint her as unstable and overly emotional. If anyone should be shameful, it's Hillary for her arrogant attacks on Obama. How can anyone support a woman who mocks the American desire for hope and change?

The damage is done – my Democratic vote will never go to Barack (can I say his middle name?) Hussein Obama. It doesn't matter what Dodd – big endorsement by the way, HUGE – or any other obscure senator says. It started with "If you can't runs your own house, then you can't runs the White House", then went to the tactless Obama supporters who booed Clinton in New Hampshire – before she won the primary, then on to the personal insults all over the blogs. Really tactless. Forget it. You're on you own – and by the way – John Sidney McCain will fillet Obama in the general.

THE CLINTONS ARE DIVIDING THE PARTY???!?!! if it werent for the clintons, the democrats wouldnt even be relevant today.

but of course, you obama folk dont really care to think things through, do you?

I'll never vote obama and I am avid democrat, I am tired of the media bullying up on hillary, I am tired of the Barack supporters; I will continue to fund Hillary – she won NY, CA and many large states; and will probably win TX and OH also.

The Barack supporters are dividers and they will take the ship down, it's hillary or McCain for me – A True wm liberal….

Mr. Dodd couldn't get any support while trying to run for president. Who cares who he supports. His endorsement is from the old men's club. I thought Obama was for change. HA HA

Go Hilliary

Yeah, who is Chris Dodd?
General Wesley Clark, presidential candidate, supports Hillary!
Mention that CNN!!

Go McCain!!!
Just practicing for when Obama gets the nomination. This HRC supporter can't believe how everyone is jumping on a train with no foundation. For those of you who say HRC is dividing the democratic party, there are HRC supporters who believe BO is dividing the party. What he's running on his experience – 100 no present votes in the Illinois State Senate and this is the new and fresh face of politics. Sounds pretty old school to me.

To Susan in Texas.: Your ignorance shows no bounds. Obama is half white so what's the big deal if they darkened the skin of an actor. It was nothing like the black-face of yesterday. Should a black actor haved played him and we whitened up his skin a bit? Or maybe a light skinned black? Let's keep talking race….

If Hilary gets the nod, I will do something that I never done since I started voting, I will vote republican for president. I'm not thrilled with McCain but I think he would be a better alternative to Hilary.

The Clintons should gracefully ride that donkey out of town now before we run them out of town strapped to it's back on March 4th..

Right, so… if Hillary loses, are all her devoted supporters going to accept another four (or god-forbid eight) years of a Republican calling the shots? I don't think that will happen in liberal states. People better not forget who has the majority in the House right now and if a Republican gets the nod, then absolutely nothing will get done to improve this country.

Stop acting like children. Temper tantrums won't solve anything.

I once heard someone say that the Democrat Party is comprised of groups that really don't like each other. Hillary looks to exploit that inherent division in the Democrat Party for her advantage…the sad thing is, she doesn't care if the Party tears itself apart. Apparently, this woman would eat her own child for a vote.

Latinos and blue collar democrats are strong supporters of Senator Clinton. We look forward to hear to her nomination.
Estamos con Hillary
We are with Hillary

Hillary for President
Hillary President ' cause experience matters more than "just words…"

have you noticed that CNN posts a lot of comments that favor Obama? In particular many of my own have been disregarded by this site. Is this the way how you allow people to participate in politics?

It's obvious that the only people who still support Hillary for president are those who desperately want a woman President…And I agree that it would be great to have a woman President someday, but Hillary has proven beyond a doubt that she is not the right person for the job…the past 5 days have seen her reduced to a flailing candidate desperate to turn the tide, but coming off petty and un–Presidential.

We cannot afford the kind of behavior she is demonstrating, in the White House…it would be a national disgrace for Hillary to win after her actions of late…

Great Senator Dodd. Let's bring the party together yet make a snide comment about an "uncomfortable" conversation with Clinton. I am voting independent. I am done with all candidates.

offbeatrock
What Hillary should do is to fight for us till the last moment. Obama will be proved to be the worst president if he could be elected.

Of course, I still think O has no chance if his supporters have brain.

I truly believe that Hillary is untreated bipolar. She's a danger to herself and others.

Momma's Got A Brand New Tag

Has anyone noticed that Hillary has a new slogan–"Strengthening America" or something like that. It is odd that her campaign talks about Baracks' tactics, but they are copying the Obama campaign left and right. Barack has "Change We Can Believe In" on his podium, and now Hillary has taken down her name, and replaced it with yet another slogan.

Question for Clinton supporters–why does Hillary have so many themes for one campaign?

Come on! Dodd said he respected Clinton. OF COURSE it was an uncomfortable conversation. He couldn't support them both and had to make a choice. No matter which of the candidates he'd call to tell he wasn't supporting them would have been an uncomfortable conversation.

Stop reading too much into things. Sometimes there is no deeper meaning.

Oprah Obama has had a perfect storm blow his way. The republicans have been donating, voting and offering praise to set up the weakest Democratic candidate. The Clinton's opponents within the DNC have sharpened their knives, and are using Barry as the club to beat them with. And finally the media has anointed him as the flavor-of-the-moment in their shaloow, horse-race infotainment. Lucky guy!

He's right! We CAN'T divide the party!

Bush is now saying that the GOP will keep the White House. Who knows what tricks the GOP has up their sleeves. Karl Rove might not be on the payroll anymore but his tactics certainly didn't leave when he did!

Democrats in the White House!

Me? Obama '08!

I AM NOT "comfortable" WITH THE FACT THAT FUTURE PRESIDENT IS NOT PROUD OF HIS HERITAGE……….

endorstment? let me make my choice please! I do have to say that I agree with telling both campaigns to chill. in the end we are all in it to take this country in a new direction. the negative comments from both camps only ensure that McCain is going to have more amunition for the general election….
come on lets agree to disagree! and take back the WH

All WE the sensible, non-college educated people have to do, is simply COMPARE the way in which the three senators have run their campaigns. That is how they will run the country.

Which one terminated his/her right hand wo/man midway
Which one went broke?
Which one took a 'personal' loan ?
Which one mortgaged his life insurance?
Which one is bipola?
Which one has a nasty temper?
Which one has a philandering spouse?
Which one was 'carrying on' with a younger woman while the wife was dying?
Which one, which one, which, one?

Which one would you invite to dinner with your family?

It is that SIMPLE, Really.

Cascadian, first we are comparing obama to Kennedy and now he is Lincoln?
come on now!

hey cnn, how about posting one of mine for once!

Congrats! Senator Dodd, it is time for the world to know that we are not stuck in the 1900's, we have evolved and risen above racism (at least 99% of us are on a higher calling). The remaining 1% are supporting Hillary, they do not care about her dark past, lack of grace, lack of directions, or inability to lead a campaign,…so what is the reason for the 1% to vote for her? Well support her if you must; however, when all this devisiveness of hers comes to an end tonight we Americans must come together, bring our children home, get our entryways secure, re-build our industral communities, re-build our communities that have been devastated by nature and terrorism, put a decent wages in our pockets, use the money that has been sent to Iraq for our health care & education, round-up and put away the drug cartels, and like Obama said we are going "Osama hunting!" and we will get him, he will not be allowed to escape during his Presidency as he did with the Clinton's and Bush. "YES WE CAN"

It's humorous how bitter Hillary supporters are using the "anyone but Obama" line now, because it's so obvious they are just that (bitter), but they need to realize that there is a legitimate "anybody but hillary" movement that existed before this election ever began.

she showed her true nature

He's a coward. His endorsement should have come weeks ago.
He's gonna jump on the Obama bandwagon because its moving in his direction. A man of real courage would have made an endorsement weeks ago.

Dodd's endoursment means about as much as mine. He's an also-ran presidential candidate who just wants to be back in the spotlight. Most high-profile democrats dont endorse because they want to hang back, let the voters decide this race, and then step in to unite the party after a nomaniee is chosen. The selfish, spotlight hungry also-rans and losers like John Kerry and Chris Dodd feel as though they should have a sway in this process, and throw their "weight" (or lack of) around.

I am not a supporter of Hillary or Obama, but I must say Hillary is deplorable. She has many substantianted misdeeds and is a serial liar and extreme opportunist if there ever were one!

How anyone in their right mind who isn't some NOW lefty liberal who thinks it's time for a woman to be prez could actually think about voting for her is absolutely mind boggling.

Although I'm not a fan of Obama either, I would vote for Obama over Hillary without a second thought.

I hate to say this, but Anyone But Hillary!!!

I heard the Farrakhan endorsement of Obama was probably more uncomfortable… Oh im sorry only the positive endorsements make the Obama ntwk… I mean CNN.

All WE the sensible, non-college educated people have to do, is simply COMPARE the way in which the three senators have run their campaigns. That is how they will run the country.

Which one has terminated his/her right hand wo/man? (V.P)
Which one went broke?
Which one took a lot?
Which one mortgaged his life insurance?
Which one is bipola?
Which one has a temper
Which on has a philandering spouse?
Which one was 'carrying on' which a younger woman while the wife was dying?
Which one, which one, which, one?

Which one would you invite to dinner with your family?

It is that SIMPLE

Stop crying Clinton supporters…it's over…IF you are dumb enough to vote for McCain, then you deserve what you will probably get…The rich getting richer, the poor getting poorer…and 100 years of war in Iraq!

Louisiana Loves Hillary!! February 26th, 2008 1:09 pm ET

Obama will NEVER win over Clinton supporters! We will always have Florida on our minds!!

LOL!LOL!LOL! Good Florida is on your minds….because their delegates are NOT counted for you candidate.

It's fun to have banter going back and forth in support of your candidte. But at the end of the day,it's about the democratic Party. Niether candidate is bigger than the common good. Which is the dems winning in Nov. I don't " like Hillary,but if she's the nominee I will vote for her.
So many of these comments have an immature sound to them.

I have read alot of these blog messages……I think alot of the American public have simply gone astray. Hooked on some 'change' that won't even happen! They are hooked on a guy who blatently lies and misrepresents facts. No one has to believe me…check it out on factcheck.org.

Senator Obama is willing to disenfranchise millions of voters for his own personal gain. Very damaging and devisive for our country. Shameful actually.

So all the Obama Supporters – to encourage and support someone who misrepresents…someone who does NOT tell the truth…someone willing to compromise even one persons vote – be careful – that same person will also mispresent to you, not tell you the truth and will compromise your vote. You mean nothing to this person but a means to an end………and it says very dismal things about his supporters! They certainly are easily influenced and gullable!

everyone's jumping on the bandwagon to join the glory team, now it seems a safe bet. have to say though, who has ever cared about chris dodd? we in england think obama's a cocky, slightly cheesy chirade… so dont look to us for adoration. let us know when you've elected someone qualified for the job.

Let's talk about the venom from the Obama supporters! You all say the HRC supporters need to stop hating, but I think you need to take a look in the mirror! Stop being so venomous or you are going to lose the support of HRC supporters to the elephants in which case there won't be a democrat in the White House again.

By the way……TINA FEY DOES RULE!! ROCK ON SNL!

HILLARY '08

Justice 4 All and Salih: Thank you. YaChi, that was informative and made me laugh! Now if we could just have more (wait for it..) intelligent dialogue between candidates and their supporters alike, and less venom and negativity, the country as well as the party wouldn't be so divided. I applaud Sen. Dodd for not just falling in step with "old friends". Take a stand and do the right thing for America. No one can tell you who to vote for, nonetheless the idea is for your vote to be true to your conscience, your beliefs, your morals, maybe even your goals. Look at Sen. Obama. Here is a young man that dared to defy the Clinton "machine", and despite the obvious obstacles is winning! We are not a monarchy, anyone can run. Look at Sen. McCain. His campaign was on fumes. Now he's practically the Republican nominee. Look at Ralph Nader. As much as I despise the by-product of his last 2 runs, as an American he has the right to do so. Whom you vote for is not my concern. What does concern me is that we are no longer civilized.

Chris Dodd? who is he? these people are such oportunistics.

To claim that Hillary suporters are hiding behind their racism is another one of those divisive comments from the obaaaaaama followers. Give me a break.

You all suffer from woundology and victimization. Grow up.

Obama get off the race you are too divisive.

Aaaaaw! Someone's been picking on Baby Bama again. Daddy Dodd to the rescue.

Wake up and realize the glory that is Obama. Don't you understand he is going to save the world, the wooooorrrlld people, the world.

I know. I'm not getting posted.

This is soooo sad. What is happening to 'reason' in America? maybe Prince should run next time…

Chris Dodd did not have this much support in Iowa. These comments make very interesting reading. According to the Obama supporters, Hillary and by extension her supporters are racist, angry, bitter whiners. And according to the conventional wisdom, in eight days, we are all supposed to rally around the victorious Barack?

No thank you. I wouldn't want to sully your pure ranks with my impure vote.

I guess the fact that I'm pro Hillary has kept my comments on the "awaiting moderation" list above 2 others that have already been posted?

Look, Texas may be close but don't believe it when they make you think Obama is almost ahead. The Mexicans along the borders aren't even being counted and that is Clinton Country.

So, relax Obamazombies. Clinton will win Ohio BIG, Penn BIG, and TX by enough and go on to win in June when P. Rico's 63 winner-take-all delegates go to her. Don't buy in to the press making you believe her campaign is falling apart (she's the best in the business at this after all).

Maybe you can spend this time contemplating whether you're "savior" candidate has any real ideas on how he's going to deal with the problems that await….'cos he won't have Hillary standing next to him then to say "I agree with her" when the questions arise.

As well Hillary was the republican until she met Bill, but nobody has even mentioned that.

It only shows that hillary getting frus `tated because shes not a good looser after obama wins for 11 states. Millions people of the world also saw how bad manners she has in campaign. I wish that obama wins the nomenee. Its good for america and the rest of the world.

Let all the party leaders fall in line and support Obama. Time for the lady in yellow jacket to bow out.

It is a sad time for America. The ignorant, selfish fraction (majority) of the Republican party gave us GW Bush. Now the ignorant, delusional fraction (sadly, now the majority) of the Democratic party is trying saddle us with this dipstick American Idol candidate (Barry).

Bandwagon. Amazing, not even senators can think for themselves. Why the endorsements now? Congratulations to Obama for the endorsement, but further showing that sexism is still alive and well in the "Good Old Boys" Elite Millionare Club of the Senate. Shame on America.

It's interesting that to note that Obama supporters have called Hilary to concede to save her reputation, for the good of the Democratic Party, etc. What they have failed to recognize is that there are many Hilary supporters like myself (at least 50% of the Democractic membership) who ardently believe that she is the best person for the White House, who should not give up just because the other half says so. What gives the other half the right to demand her concession??? Conversely, if Obama and his supporters think it's good for the Democratic Party to end this fight and unite, then why not he instead of she should concede?

Also, to those Obama supporters who believe Hilary supporters are uneducated and uninformed, I am like many of her other supporters are very much informed and educated.

CNN – please post this message.

If Hillary was to pull this out, I wouldnt vote for her, she is the queen of double talk and she has proven herself to be a racist, just like the rest of you Hillary supporters here. Most of you all are racist to began with, its just really showing its ugly head now. But I am not surprised, how dare a black man try to win a job like this, who does this uppidity n-word think he is. thats what most of you Hillary supporters are thinking. I got news for you, Hillary wouldnt win the presidency if she was the nomination, all of the right wing conservatives would show up even though they dont like McCain, they really dont like Hillary. Dont you get it, she is a hack, a liar, and a even worst person. With her racist tactics and lying. Criticizing Obama for the things that she has done throughout this race. Using dirty tactics and false statements. Then her husband gets up and says many racist things about Obama and he proved not to be any help of hers. So all you Hillary supporters go ahead and vote for McCain, you are not true Democrats, just racist posing as Democrats. But you were definitely racist first…..

Obama is wrong. I support Hillary and will not vote for Obama. May end voiting republican for the first time.

this is becoming insane…this is the typical American fairytale..it is now a battle between 'proven leadership' and 'a micromanageable' canditate' whose appeal is appreciated but won't be enough for America…and 'those behind his campaign"
Emotion over reason?

Obama supporters are outrageous. Clinton and Obama are within 150 delegates of each other with hundreds of thousands of people yet to vote. Neither candidate will get the required amount of delegates and Clinton should step down?.

Would any candidate in her position step down? Would Obama in the same position step down? Never!!!

The hatred that Obama supporters have for any one not Obama is beginning to froth from their months.

CNN……I'd also like my fair share of post time please……

I agree with Salih's post……If Hillary can't manage to run a presidential compaign how on this earth is she going to run this country!! The Clinton's are proven liars and cheats!! We all know that……..

role February 26th, 2008 12:17 pm ET

Do not know what all of you are so excited about – Hillary supportes are not going to support Obama!! Hillary for President.

I hope you don't speak for all Clinton supporters. Because putting Mccain in the WH isn't going to help anybody,unless you're satisfied with Bush.
But everybody has to vote their own heart. Because the bottom line is your vote is going to affect your quality of life or lack thereof..
If keeping Obama out to the WH, is going to help your situation,then vote to do so.

OBAMA08!

After reading some of the comments on here I have a few observations. Every person has the right to their opinion about which candidate they prefer. I think the bickering and nasty tones towards/between the Clinton and Obama camps and their respective supporters are childish and not helpful as we head towards November 4th. If anyone is interested, the best way to understand either candidates platform is to go to their respective websites. They basically agree to the same things, though perhaps in slightly different ways/methods. I would expect any Democrat supporter to support either candidate as their nominee come November. Anything else suggests something more subversive than re-electing a Republican- John McBush. What is the matter with you people ??

See yesterday's (Feb 25) article by Robert Novak, "Who Will Tell Hillary?"

It took someone with the conservative creds and stature of Barry Goldwater to tell Richard Nixon when it was time to leave. No one else would have him convinced RMN the battle was lost.

Perhaps Dodd thought he had sufficient stature to tell Hillary it was time to go. I would guess that HRC did not think so and called him out on it. In Novak's view, the only one with such stature is Kennedy and he has already committed to the other side.

I'm betting the conversation was uncomfortable because he felt guilty as hell for betraying his old friends, Hillary and Bill.

It appears Hillary emotional outburst continues to cause her harm. She may have more experience yet she seems to lead in the liability department. She came in on Bills coat tails took responsibility for things that happened in his administration. When she was called on those blunders she cried foul. No one can burn the candle on both ends and not think they will not get burned. She took this primary for granted this arrogance and narcissism came back to haunt her. To bad she was to afraid to be real it would have help to little to late so sad to bad

Obama has said himself that he has not got enough Experience to be the President of the United States if thats not saying something i not know what is.
This country is in to bad of shape to let someone that has no
Experience rule our country. Its more then just giving a nice speach its about what will happen to our country.

Come on people WAKE UP!!!

HENRY, WHO SOLD THIS COUNTRY TO CHINA.
ID LIKE TO SEE HIM DANCE HIS WAY PAST THE REPUBLICANS.
UNKNOWN , UNTESTED, UNQUALIFIED.
PERRTY WORDS WILL NOT CUT THE CHEESE.
IT TAKES A SHARP KNIFE. AND THE G O P PLANS TO CUT THE ROOKIE DOWN AND THEY WILL SECCEED.
RALF NADER IS THERE TRUMP CARD AND YOU DEMOCRATS
WILL LEARN THAT WE INDEPENDANT VOTERS WENT FOR OBAMA
TO ELIMANATE HILLERY BECAUS WE KNOW THAT WHEN WE CHANGE OUR VOTE FOR THE WAR HERO IN NOV. CNN WILL BE ASKING WHY DIDN'T WE THINK OF THAT.
MISSOURI

Senator Dodd is correct. The turn the Clinton campaign has taken is hurting the Democratic Party. She and her advisors need to tone it down or drop out before we have another 68 or 1972 on our hands.

Thanks to Dodd for using a level head.
There is so much talk about experience and the lack thereof. We currently have a President who proported to have his personal experience as Governor of TX, his father's presidential experience, his brother experience and most importantly these last 8 years of again his personal presidential experience. With all that experience, what shape is this country in? Senseless war, an economic recession, housing crisis, healthcare mess, imigration crisis, and I can go on. Soooo, let's not emphasize the need for experience if it has the potential to be used unwisely.

Shouldn't Hillary have more experience with the runnings of a campaign considering she's been involved in 2 other presidential campaigns and 2 Senate campaigns? We see how effective that experience has been.

Even if she does end up getting the nomination based on pledged delegates, what does it say for her experience to have gone from the clear front-runner position to winning by a nose?

Additionally, her talks of wanting to reinstitute Florida and Michigan's delegates shows just how much she'll do what it takes to win. Michigan didn't have anyone on the ballot except her, just "Uncommitted" and none of the candidates campaigned in Florida, so obviously she'd win (more name recognition).

If anyone doubts what her name recognition is doing, just look at the polling numbers that CNN was showing this morning about people in Texas who are following this election and those who aren't. Obama leads by 20 points when it comes to those who watched the debate last week, they're neck and neck with voters who just followed the news (so much for that media bias, huh, Hillary – if Wolfson's right, shouldn't the media coverage increase the gap?), and Hillary leads those who don't follow the election by 20 points.

OBAMA, OBAMA, OBAMA, OBAMA, OBAMA, OBAMA, OBAMA, OBAMA,
What is wrong with you non-thinkers?

IF YOU WANT TO KNOW the truth about candidates , go to the forums on line , don't waste tim here … they won't let they won't post anything that isn't supportive of the candidates. YOU'll REGRET ANY DECISION YOU MAKE IF YOUR COUNTING ON GETING INFORMED HERE

Mon mon February 26th, 2008 12:58 pm ET

Don't let the media tell you who is the best candidate or who is
winning by a margin. The media is building Obama up and putting Clinton down. Don't let them sway your vote!!!
Go Hillary… she has the most experience and a love for our country.
Carefully listen to each candidates words-some don't have much meaning just hype! I am dissappointed in Cafferty and the Wolfster they seem to be anti Clinton.. Listen carefully to the words of those who are telling the the news.
Go Hillary….she has taken a lot of blows…..but still stands tall.
She said it all in her closing remarks at the last debate. Obama couldn't touch it with his closing remarks.

Correction….Hillary is NOT standing tall!!!! And in regards to her closing remarks. They were JOHN EDWARDS words!!!!!! She repeated John Edwards concession speech in her closing remarks…AND the remarks right before those were none other than Bill Clintons!!!! Didn't you see the clip that showed Bill speaking the same words?????
Oh How I wish it was HER concession speech!!!!

Quoting from a reader named Jane:

"Hillary, in the eyes of many you have already won! To go up against the male establishment, the African-American establishment and the guilt of a white America that's trying to unload the guilt from decades of racism, is a monumental feat only a woman of faith, steel, grace, integrity and the love of country can accomplish in your special way. And, all this in the face of an opponent who subtly instigates racism, who is unscrupulous in his attacks of you, and who is dishonest, calculating politician."

These public endorsing spots are to break down your opponent's viability.

It's just standard political fodder.

Hopefully this helps Obama. The divisive campaign has already severely hurt the chances of Democrats to make it back to the white house. I somehow doubt all the woman that support Hilary simply because she is a 'strong woman' have enough party loyalty to support Obama if he is indeed the nominee. Here comes another four years of Republican…….somehow the Dems managed to screw this up again.

Dodd better watch out or he could end up on the list of people around the Clintons who are no longer with us!

Dodd is entitled to his opinion and his own endorsement – just like all superdelegates should. Now I don't agree with him but hey he is allowed to endorse and vote for whatever candidate he wants. And just like every American is allowed their vote and voice.

You lame hillary nay-sayers are trying to rob people of their right to vote – this nomination season is not over yet because not all americans have been given the opportunity to cast their vote.

I love how Obama supporters want a democracy that only works for them and their candidate.

Wow.. Thanks so much Dodd

Sorry New York … you elected her, you have to keep her!

McCain's rougue supporters are using Hillary's words to attack Obama now.. even McCain repudiates it.

Scorched earth.. scorched dem party… please, Ms. Clinton. enough.

Let's see what happens tonight in Ohio. Last week in Austin was all nice-nice on the part of Hillary – in fact, in all the debates she puts on a different face. Remember people – she was SOOOO honored to be there with Senator Obama, yet 3 days later she was chastising him – SHAME ON YOU. So which face will she wear tonight? How can we put our faith in a President who cannot be consistent? If she has issues with his stance, she has had plenty of opportunities to address them – do it to his face – not on television for the benefit of the camera. And thank goodness for Senator Dodd and those who have the courage to see beyond the Clinton era – we are all ready for change!!

WHO CARES ???

Good point Sen. Dodd, I was skeptic too but..

Solutions For Success 101

Companies wanting to take their org. to new heights and improve their ecomomies get rid of older, more experience workers and hire younger, bright new blood with fresh ideas.

Enough already with the "I'm older and more experience" campaigns.

Louisiana Loves Hilary, I beg to differ. I alone, have moved more than five people from the Hillary camp just by discussing the issues with them. As a matter of fact, the more people research where Barack stands on the issues and the more people watch him debate Hillary, the more DROVES of Clinton supporters become Obama supporters.

Both candidates agreed that the FL delegates would not count. So you and Hillary are both going to get over that one but I have a feeling that FL will become a moot point after the March 4 primaries.

And Cheryl, saying that a Harvard lawyer and US Senator is a loser is ridiculous. Ignorance, name-calling, and not even adressing the issues– That's Hillary's campaign in a nutshell. I can see why you support her. In your candidate's words, SHAME ON YOU!

Obama supporters keep trashing Hillary supporters, if anything is about discrimination then look at the Obama supporters. No one made a big deal out of his not showing up at the Iron Man's Conference. It must have been far too important not to "upset the White Men voting against a woman" than it was to show his support to those who have been behind him almost a 100% , the African American Community.

Obams success in this race is about Gender, lets be real. You want change, real change, something really new, put a woman in the White House . Men are the ones who have gotten this country in the state it is in, not woman.Look around the troubled world, look at every country, who is in power? Who is doing all of the killing? Not woman. Go Hillary..we need peace.

CNN – you keep taking my comments out – I guess you guys are afraid of the truth.

In order for Obama to win to be President – he needs more votes than he has gotten so far. I can just see you guys scrambling for HIllary's suppoters votes. First you will try a guilt trip and when that does not work, you will try scare tatics and when that does not work you might even beg. The truth is – HIllary supporters are for Hillary for a good reason. Also sick to death of the Clinton bashing. I will never vote for Obama and by the time this is all over neither will a lot of other people. Obama does not need to be negative and nasty – his supporters and the press are doing it for him.

HILLARY FOR PRESIDENT!!!!!!!!

Frank February 26th, 2008 1:00 pm ET

People are seeing Obama in the Shadow, but the truth is that He has been Ordained by God to Led and not rule america. he is going to rule America through their vally. The Picture posted means nothing, She Hillary Must Know that the rain that wets an eagle thaought it did eagle worst not knowing it's a blessing to bath eagles

WHAT?????????

CHERYL February 26th, 2008 1:01 pm ET

TINA FEY RULES!

SHE IS ANOTHER STRONG WOMAN!!!!!!!

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

ARE YOU SERIOUS????????? Youi're using a comedy skit to bolster your views????
PLEASE!PLEASE! STOP DRINKING THE CLINTON-AID!!!!!!!

It is so obvious how cnn feels about Hilllary …..Every negative thing reported is geared toward Hillary or her husband…There have been many questionable dealings by Obama….they are never reported on by cnn except when it relates to Hillary or some other person mentioning them …and then Hillary is reported to be running a negative campaign!!!!! Why don't you do your job and report the facts fairly!!!! Obama is not a "saint", he doesn't walk on water, he is an "inspiring speaker" with very little experience….i think four years ago he said he wouldn't run because of his lack of experience for the job of President….I don't dislike Obama and i will vote for him if he is the nominee..And by the way Bill Clinton did a great job running this country!!!! Start reporting the news fairly!!!! Get off the Clintons back!!!

DODD = DUMB OLD DUMB DUMB

OBAMA , SIR FANCY WORDS DONT FEED THE KID, HOW ABOUT A LITTLE MEAT ON THE BONE YOU SEEM TO THINK EVERYONE WANTS TO CHEW ON.

CONGRATULATIONS TO CHRIS DODD AND OBAMA!!!

Please note all Obama fans, please let's keep this campaign as clean as Obama is trying to keep it. We as his supporters must follow his example, and stop calling Clinton names.

Although I support Obama 110%, we all have to admit that Clinton is a formidable opponent, and applaud the work she has done for this country. Maybe another time, we will nominate, her, but right now, this country needs Obama!!

Applause to the democratic party!!!

DEMOCRATS IN 08!!!!!

I heard the Farrakhan endorsement of Obama was probably more uncomfortable… Oh im sorry only the positive endorsements make the Obama ntwk… I mean CNN.

And we can now predict with great confidence that the first woman to become President of the United States of America will be… (drum roll…)

Kathleen Sebelius!

"A lanky lawyer from Illinois who had served just one two-year term in the U.S. House of Representatives and had no other government experience in elective of executive office ran for president in 1860." That's true, and just look what happened to the country during that presidency. A civil war? Think about it, people. Kennedy? Bay of Pigs? Cuban missile crisis? I have a feeling these things wouldn't have happened to someone with experience.

Dodd ??? Oh I remember that looser!
Obama or is it Osama ? No difference!

Go Hillary!

OK, so another long-time denizen of insider Washington endorses Obamapalooza…where is the change? I will NEVER support Barry Obama – he is a myth.

I'm so sick of the term "experience" being thrown around in every conversation. As someone else here had mentioned too, there is no experience that could really prepare you for being a president and running a country as vast as ours…except being a president. It's interesting how Hillary takes credit for every positive policy that came out of the Clinton administration…and denies the bad ones! Given that Hillary has a few years more experience in the senate, but she's an extremely divisive figure and he nomination would rally the conservatives, and independent voters around McCain….so it's either Obama or McCain…I hope that all democrats come to their senses and support the democrat that has a real chance of winning in November.

"not a comfortable" discussion. Translation: She cried, screamed at him, and ridiculed and belittled him for not choosing her."

Give me a break, Obama talks about what HE did in Illinois, I really believe he was only one of those that voted yes or no on some of the bills that were up to vote , Oh yes he also voted PRESENT!!!!!

If he gets in the White House look out or should I say watch your wallet….

Susan in Texas:

Fred Armisen who played Obama on SNL is NOT in fact white. He is both Hispanic and Japanese American. Obama on the other hand is white, at least half white on his mother's side. Not that any of that matters of course.

You obviously missed the whole point of what SNL was saying which was the fact that the media has a love affair going on with Obama and has since his win in Iowa. Every major network, CNN included and one of the worst offenders in my opinion, has gone out of their way to lift him up while simultaneously downplaying Hillary's achievements along the way.

Tina Fey's (admittedly) pro-Hillary segment on Weekend Update (not real news by the way) was merely a reaction the rampant pro-Obama movement in the rela media. And even if SNL is pro-Clinton, who cares? It's one thing for the fake news to push a candidate. It's quite another thing when real news outlets like CNN and NBC push a decidedly pro-Obama agenda. They are supposed to be unbiased.

I commend Chris Dodd for facing up to the Clinton machine and endorsing Barack Obama. It would be an insult to suggest that John McCain and the Republican Party would stoop as low as Hillary Clinton has in her low-ball, dirty-politics negative campaign against Barack Obama. I don't see how her tactics are helping to promote her candidacy.

She should do the Democratic Party a huge favor and step down to avoid a tricky situation at the upcoming Convention. That being said, her behavior and tactics to date are evidence that she will happily sacrifice the integrity of the Democratic Party in her bid for the White House.

I WILL NEVER VOTE FOR OBAMA

Hey, if it wasn't a comfortable decision then why did he do it ? I wonder what Political favor was promised in this deal ? Dodd's no big help anyway – He brings NOTHING to the table.

For someone calling for unity, he shouldn't mention that it was an uncomfortable conversation. Now all are left to speculate, and in the process create more devision. Just look at the previous comments. Not very smart Sen. Dodd.

If Hillary Clinton does not win the nomination, I will not vote for McCain. REPUBLICANS do not derve a Democrat's vote.

Obama does NOT deserve THIS Democrat's vote. My vote will go to Hillary Clinton regardless, I will WRITE HER NAME IN.

TO ERICA and all the others with questions regarding Trinity United Church of Christ.

I attend TUCC and have been doing so for the past two years. My wife is a long time member of the church.

Yes the Church is 99% African American, but it is a member of a larger denomination that is majority white.

The Church is not racist, as you say Erica. It is pro African American, there is nothing racist about that. Is that what we call racist when you try to lift up your own. Yes we have problems within the African American community and we know it, can't we try and uplift our own people without this being perceived as being racist?

The congregation of TUCC is made up of Doctors, Lawyers, Judges, Successfull business people, Educators and all the others who just want a better life for themselves and their children, through positive encouragement and awareness of their ancestors and the factual history of how we have come up from slavery to trying to achieve something as impossible of being President of a country that not too long ago would hang you if you even knew how to read and write.

And just like the forefathers of this country did by setting up a separation of church and state, we should take this example and separate this Presidental campaign from ones church. Thank you.

Dodd endorsing Obama isn't exactly the strong endorsement that Ohio and Texas voters were looking for.

I don't see too many Cleveland residents saying, "Oh, Chris Dodd is now for Obama?? Well then, so am I!"

It's a better endorsement for Rhode Island, and possibly Vermont, where Chris Dodd is more well-known, but Hillary has a huge lead in Rhode Island while Obama has a big lead in Vermont, so the endorsement may not have time to turn those polls around with a week to go.

step on her toes get squished like a bug.. displease her feel her wrath! Go figure! She needs to do something like drop out before she yet causes another disaster to her profolio of experience.

When you read "If Obama wins I vote McCain" just look to the left and see the name of the female that posted it.

Just an observation. I can understand why women are so upset to see their first true hope of a woman president slip away before their eyes, when just a few months ago it was a given that there would be a woman pres candidate. For this they get my sympathies.

I truly hope that once the dissappointment subsides (I too would be depressed if Obama lost at this point) they can watch a McCain / Obama debate without bias and vote for the one who reflects their values. If you were a true Clinton supporter that answer would have to be Obama.

"Cascadian: A lanky lawyer from Illinois who had served just one two-year term in the U.S. House of Representatives and had no other government experience in elective of executive office ran for president in 1860."

Exactly – And that great President was actually a self taught lawyer.

Go figure

If Obama wins, it truly will be an OBAMA-NATION! I just don't see what people see in Obama! And I hate that if I don't like Obama, I must be a racist! I support Hillary and I am an Hispanic Woman with a graduate degree unlike most polls indicating that college educated people tend to go for Obama…. I can not stand the media! I will NOT vote for him and am very happy the Nader has stepped in!

I have never seen such biased opinions in all my years of watching the election process. There are more negative comments made by the press on Hillary, mainly CNN. I agree with E Fabian, why doesn't CNN just don't come on out and endorse Obama, You have been his best supporter. In my opinion, the lady is very well qualified for
the job of President of our country, a country I have always been proud of . Hillary is a hard worker for our country, always has been and always will be. She can get things done. If Obama gets elected President, get ready, you can bet there will be a lot of changes. Words does mean something, they mean you better be able to deliver on day one. As the saying goes, be careful of what you ask for you just may get it. Voters were inspired with the words and promises of our current President and you see where our country is now. I expect that my comment will be deleted also.
Go Hillary!!! You have my vote and my full support.

Hilly aka Flip Flop

copy O.W on this one.

Just one more try to see if my comment will be deleted again just because I support Hillary. I'll post all my comments somewhere else then. People here can praise Obama or anybody except Hillary… is this a free speech country?

I have to say, just strictly as a democrat, if BOTH sets of supporters- clinton and obama- don't knock off the condescension and just downright hateful comments to one another, I may just go find myself another party. This is absolutely absurd. WE ARE ON THE SAME SIDE. it's pretty sickening what one can come on and read in these blogs on a daily basis. Republicans must be having a good laugh because we're doing all their dirty work for them. way to go, brainiacs.

Hey RT………you are kidding right, the venom isn't coming from those of us that actually pay attention to foreign policy and domestic issues and support Hillary, they are coming from the Obama supporters that cannot even state ONE thing he has accomplished that would make him a better President than Hillary.

What a joke you Obama supporters have become!

Time and Time again Barack gets huge endorsements but the only thing people have to say is – Shame on that (endorsement) person. Well it seems to me that these people, news papers and millions of otheres know something. Chris Dodd would not go against a so-called friend if he didn't think it was in the best interest of the party and the country. All you Hillary supporters stop whinning because you had an opportunity to make your voices heard by helping her campaign. You could have made phone calls, made contributions online, went door to door, anything to help her. All the things that Obama's people are doing. All you do now is whine. Barack this, Barack that…..whaaaaaa…. Cry Cry. he will win because he doesn't have whinners in his camp he has doers. People who go out and do something. Maybe in 8 years when she's 70 you can do something for her other then WHINE. This is why he will be a great president…. People step up and get things done around him…THATS THE LEADERSHIP I WANT.

As a side note:

Don't equate Obama with Dubya. George W. Bush had plenty of experience prior to entering the White House. He ran at least three major corporations into the ground and was the governor of Texas. Furthermore, his father was the president.

In fact, his experience is quite similar to Clinton's. She was the first lady of Arkansas, a corporate lawyer, and married to the president.

The point is, the experience argument fails because G.W. Bush has been an awful president–even with the so-called experience Clinton and McCain claim Obama is lacking.

The reason why Hillary is putting up such a fight is because it was her "TURN" to be president. She thought she had it wrapped up and in the bag before it even started. Remember that debate last summer where she claimed that all the bad publicity she was receiving was because she was winning? That was before a single vote had been cast! What was she winning? At that point in time, all the candidates had the same number of votes: 0! She started with the attitude that it was her turn, and that the primary election was just a formality. That really put people off. Now all of a sudden, it looks like she is actually going to lose, and she is acting like a caged animal, and it is putting people off even more. I'm sorry to all the Hillary supporters that Obama took her "turn" away, but the fact is..this has got to stop. Nobody wants to hear the hollow negativity, from her, or from her supporters. It's over, move on.

We need a President Barack Obama and Vice President Edwards! That would be the dream ticket!!

Thank you Mr. Dodd. you may have done your greatest service to this nation yet.

will sombody also please advise Hillary to make herself similarly useful for this country.

I am sorry, who is Chris Dodd? Oh yeah, he is the guy that got 0% of the vote………right him……yeah, I am really gonna listen to him!! LOL, get real people….

At least now, if Hillary doesn't get the nomination, we have a 3rd choice……………Obama will NOT win the White House. Do we really want to end up w/ another Rep in charge? Ah, NO!!!

Hillary 08!

Obama step aside now before you get us into more trouble that we are already in.

I'm from Texas, and have voted R since 1972, but not this time. I'm with Dodd – the negativism has to stop – we must, as a country, put our differences aside and work for the common good. That means reaching across the aisle and solving problems.

Does anyone truly believe that a woman who shut the White House doors to even her own party and single-handedly authored the most ridiculous health care initiative ever imagined will work with anyone? This is the same woman who railed at the prospect of any Republican setting foot in the White House.

Obama will carry a great burden of living up to the root theme of working to solve problems, and the electorate is buying this theme. I'm buying that theme. Will he deliver? Therein lies the hope – the mere chance that he will deliver on his message is hope enough to dump the Clinton's and their Suburban full of baggage.

I hope Obama rips Hillary apart tonight and shows this country what a two-faced power hungry old-school politician she is.

Time to move into the 21st century – let's leave the Clinton's back in the 20th where they belong.

AR

To RT…I have also noticed the Cllinton supporters in this blog seem to be less educated. Poor grammar, incorrect spellings, nutty reasoning. Many seem to have a problem figuring out how to turn off their all caps button on their computers. Just an observation.

Salih,
running a campaign is the equivalent to a sales pitch. It's alot different from running a country. Sales pitches are just money and mouths. Running a country takes knowledge , experience and stamina.
You have to evaluate her on the issues and her background -not campaign personnel issues. It's just as stupid as everyone jumping all over Obama cause he admitted to having a messy desk. Neither are legitmate criticisms.

LOL.. there ya go! You cant please her feel her wrath! Step on a bit of her toes get ready to get smashed like a bug! Gosh no wonder Bill went elsewhere! Everyone else is too!! This party is turning into a mess because of her. She needs to be recommended to leave or shut up before she creates another YET another disaster!

Obama 08

Yesterday I was listening to Rush Limbaugh (I do that every so often to get a good laugh). He is not supporting McCain, and he now proclaims to not be a Republican. He is seriously promoting and pushing for Hillary to stay in the race, and yet he called the Democrats the "enemy" at least twice in this one-sided dialogue. He said he wants to see this divisiveness in the Democratic party because it will destroy their race. The question is WHY would he promote Hillary?? The answer is simple. She would lose to McCain.

I find Clinton very arrogant. Something about her is not right. She easily be carried away and does not appear to be sobber!

Well, since this post got bumped off the last article about Senator Dodd, I'll try it here.

If only John Edwards and Al Gore would jump aboard, Obama could have the largest contingency of failed Democratic presidential candidates in history! With Hillary, she's just got Bill–the only Democratic president to get reelected in over 40 years and the only Democratic president to win overwhelming international support in the same amount of time. His conversation was probably uncomfortable with her because he knows he's a sell-out. Dodd's attempt to protect Arthur Andersen and other Enron accounting connections are well remembered here in Texas.

What's with all the venom and negativity coming from all the Clinton supporters? Notice how Obama supporters are very cordial for the most part? And I have a very hard time comprehending these claims from Hillary backers saying they will vote McCain or Nader if she loses. I am a Barack man but if Clinton wins the nomination I would vote for her in a heartbeat. Why? Because I am a Democrat. Don't let anger and hate fuel a decision you will regret later. Even if Obama proves to be inexperienced it will still be better than 4 more Republican years. Let's support both our candidates and not stab ourselves in the back.

Of course the conversation was uncomfortable. What was she supposed to say, "That's great news that you're supporting my opponent!"?

Well, who cares who endorses who? That does not affect my vote. Mr Obama with eloquent speeches and Mr Dodd endorsing a male because his ego could not take it if Senator Clinton won.

And Mr Obama talks about change? The only thing he will change is his suits.

Senator Clinton has rolled back and forth with the punches. Just because poor people like her and support her does not determine her worth as a candidate. It determines that she can relate to all Americans.

Go Senator Clinton, we are very proud of you!

Another thing i think is funny, is that hillary makes a stand on health care, she has fought for health care for so long, funny part is the last time she tryed to get something done on Health care, she did it under HER HUSBANDS PRESIDENCY, and behinde closed doors, no wonder it did not work, sounds a lil like good ole GW doesn't it, meetings behind closed doors!!!!!!!

Chris Dodd's uncomfortable conversation with Hillary Clinton resulted in her not promising him a big political position. I'm sure that's why many of the "old congressional democrats" are jumping on Obama's bandwagon. They think he's gonna win and they're looking out for #1 instead of what's best for the American people. Their history in congress proves this point!!!

u clintonites that say you wont vote for barack but mccain are pathetic and exactly the reason the dems don't become president while the republicans do. you are traitors to your party. SHAME ON YOU!

Just to set the record straight. I and many many others that I know WILL NOT vote for OBAMA!

If Obama gets the nom, I'm pretty sure McCain's on to VICTORY!

Hmmmmmm I think Chris Dodd could also be an excellent choice for VP for Obama. He's highly respected in the Senate, a 30+ year career Senator from the northeast, and head of the Senate Finance Committee (one of the most powerful committees in Congress).
He adds a little gray hair, lots of wisdom, and is respected on both sides of the aisle.

Frankly, I think that is what Hillary is upset about! Obama and Dodd look quite attractive together and puts to rest the "he's too young and inexperienced" idea that has been suggested by critics.

A nice combination of youth and experience with two people who are known as able to work with both sides of the aisle.

Barack Obama – The Billie Flynn for our century!!

He has lost my vote. He is riding a wave rather than dealing with issues, and picking the weaker candidate. Poor judgement to say the least. Once the republican machine gets a hold of Obama, it will be over for him.

Hillary has substance. Obama has empty words.

and when is John Edwards going to chime in for Obama?

I'm sure Senator Dodd's telling Hillary he is endorsing her opponent broke her heart. After all, here's someone who got the lowest percentage of votes in Iowa after living there several months. Dodd joins two other 70 year-old senators, Kerry and Kennedy, who have endorsed Obama, and who altogether, have served over 100 years in Washington! That's change???

Perhaps the Hillary "supporters" are angry over how CNN and other media have reported the election.

Then you have the "Obama" supporters calling her divisive, a liar, willing to do anything to be elected, a racist…and THAT makes Clinton supporters even MORE angry. (Mr. Obama CERTAINLY IS a master at words, since HE is the one coining all of these phrases most of the Obama supporters repeat).

It grows tiresome.

I will vote for McCain over Obama because A LOT of arm twisting went on for the Obama campaign to EVEN ADMIT their mailing about NAFTA WAS NOT ACCURATE!!!! However, Mr. Obama said it was still truthful. That folks, reminds me TOO much of George Bush…the man who could NEVER admit he was wrong.

Senator Dodd,
It was worth your being uncomfortable for however many minutes, to inform Hillary about your support for Barack/America. We are tired of the politics of the past, and can't wait to roll our sleeves up and make a positive change.

Senator Clinton,
I know you are upset that Bill cheated on you, but his efforts to "give" you America will never happen. Americans can see through you, and changing our country is more important than your selfish ambitions.

Darryl, Seattle WA

O/08

CNN atleast post my comments once. I posted so many times. none of the comments has been posted. Hilary is being rejected by most. Don't know the reason why. Only bad things happen to good people. here BAD THING=REJECTION. Hilary doesn't deserve this. She is the only candidate who can win world leaders. Wake up America particularly now OH and TX. People from OH and TX please do not reject Hilary like evryone did. This is an injustice to the most capable candidate for presidency. If Obama wins nomination McCain will be the next president. Democrats do you want this. Even now it is not too late switch your vote to Hilary if you are a Obama support. Think twice before you ink!!

Obama where is your paln for the forcloser market and how so many of "your people" that voted for you are loosing there home….oh wait you do not have a plan

Ummmmmmmm too young? So John Kennedy, Theodore Roosevelt, William Clinton, George Washington….all men in their forties were too young to be president??? And yet all did a remarkabe job. So much for learning from history.

Reggie, I agree with your post 100%, could not of said it better myself.

I think it is funny that The HILL-A-Monster and her staff are fighting like this to try to keep their heads above water. She needs to admit defeat and walk away. She is starting to throw cheap blows and I dont know about all of my fellow readers but that just proves she is same old washington Politics that we have grown to hate. That is not change for this country. Also if you have not picked up your copy of Obama's book on Hope, then i recomend you do. It is very insightful, it covers every doubt you have about him for a prez. thanks!

"Dodd served as a U.S. Representative from Connecticut from 1975 until 1981, when he became a U.S. Senator. He served as general chairman of the Democratic National Committee from 1995 to 1997. He's the state's senior Senator. He's also the 14th most senior of current Senators."

Now, THAT'S experience. Thank you, Senator Dodd.

Christopher Dodd couldn't get more than 2% of the vote! Shows what people think of his opinion

I'd like to respond to Erica's question.

I haven't investigated the church by going to their website, and personally I don't feel that's necessary. From what I understand, the membership is predominantly black, but that's not a problem for me because I've spent many years in predominantly white churches. It's on the South Side of Chicago, which is a predominantly black area.

I know from reading Senator Obama's own words that he is a committed Christian. He discovered this church while he was working on the South Side as a community organizer and it was there that he felt comfortable in declaring his faith, having grown up without any real religious orientation.

A person usually joins a particular church because that's where he feels most comfortable. Isn't that right?

everybody take a look at abc primetime see that report on obama

To me, as a interested viewer in Canada is getting rediculous. The pettiness between Clinton and Obama is incredible. With saying that, does no one realize how irratic Clintons behavior has been over the past week. She first at the debate claims to be honored by campaigning along side Obama. Then she comes out and says shame on you for posting these false messages about NAFTA. Then she goes on stage and mocks him for sounding optimistic and hopeful about the future of the United States. So is she angry, satirical, hopeful, pessimistic….im not too sure right now.

This is clearly a desperate ploy to save a sinking ship. At least the captain goes peacefully down with the ship. Guess, Clinton missed the memo.

Canada votes for Obama!

If you read the stories previous to the election of Abraham Lincoln, Ronald Reagan & John Kennedy, you'll find out that all these great presidents were accused of inexperienced. Like somebody quoted before: you don't know what kind of president you'll be until you are confronted with it but you need a solid basis, the support of a broad coalition, dignity, honesty and the ability to empower people. Sen.Obama is just following his predecessors and thank God for smart, unbiased , decent people such as Sen.Chris Dodd. Go CT!!

Why is hillary people keep thinking that obama is not ready for Mccain
let me tell you something about obama when you"re a man of color you have more too deal with than any other reason when you"re a man of color you have more too deal with as a man of color obama
is not naive you forgot that obama lives in chicago when you live in
a city where it is hard than you know how too deal with things that come up If obama were not a man of color it would not be so many
hate toward him

I'm 55 years and don"t need to see another BUSH ,CLINTON, BUSH
CLINTON I want someone new and young for my GRANDCHILDREN

Ladyc

People are seeing Obama in the Shadow, but the truth is that He has been Ordained by God to Led and not rule america. he is going to rule America through their vally. The Picture posted means nothing, She Hillary Must Know that the rain that wets an eagle thought it did eagle worst not knowing it's a blessing to bath eagles

This is the problem with the Clinton camp mentality, "either you are with us or you are a republican". Dodd could see the writing on the wall for Hillary. Biden and Richardson want to endorse Obama as well but fear a Clinton backlash against them. Thanks for the endorsement Dodd. John Edwards's endorsement won't mean much if it comes after March 4th.

Obama in 08!

Has anybody counted all the endorsements of the president wannabes" that have lost,. The airhead Ted Kennedy and on down the line. Obama has already picked his cabinet and vice president from these airheads.
Nina

Hillary Clinton has had seven endorsement from newpaper's to general's….why haven't these been plastered on CNN's HEADLINE page…..a little biased????????

When this race started I was torn between Hillary and Obama, but Hillary's tone in recent weeks have me doubting her ability to bring the country together politically. I think the job of the president is more about leadership than brilliance. And Hillary has shown she isn't a leader.

Jabari up there says "there is no media bias". I really need one of those pills he's taking.

Well now you should know the old political families such as the Dodds, Kerrys, Kennedys, Gores, don't like the Clintons. They arent part of the Eastern elites. It's politics and personal kids.
Endorsements don't mean any thing to me. Maybe its because I have no respect for politicians in the first place.

Democrats appear to be moving to the lowest common denominator – this is apparently the appeal of Obama.

I can only hope that if Obama becomes the Democratic nominee that Clinto supporters change parties and vote for the moderate Republican. God help this country if 'Mama's Boy" gets elected.

We have very serious problems for which he has laid no particular plan except to call for "change"… good rhetoric. If these serious issues are not mitigated and handled in an expeditious and competent fashion with definitive goals, our country… the world… could see it's demise. This is serious stuff folks.

If you're going to vote for Obama, then at least ask yourself what plans he will definitively expedite DAY 1 about global warming, world peace, nuclear build up, the economy and more. He calls for change but hasn't specified. Be careful not to get caught up in his rhetoric. He is a better speaker than Hillary. That doesn't mean he will be a better leader.

Originally I was undecided. Now I'm just plain scared! Go McCain!

Chris Dodd is another loser who made a deal with Obama for a cabinet post. What are they going to make him I wonder, Secretary of Stupidity?

Well dodd your concern is a little to late obamas sleazy campaign tactics and lies along with his evil little supporters have alienated many of us Hillary supporters who will never vote for him in the General Election. And your silence in the trashing of Hillary by the media says the Democrats are weak, I won't back that.

It seems that everyone forgets there was no evidence of Al Queda in Iraq until after saddam was deposed. He would not have allowed a shadow movement in his country. He would have crushed them like toothpicks. and why do my blogs always say..awaiting moderation?

I'm a white, 48 yr. old, single mom of two and I wouldn't think of voting for Hillary Clinton. It may be historic for a female president and all that, but its more important that we have someone with integrity, wisdom beyond his years, a sound stance on Constitutional rights and the legal system, and a leader. Thats what I see in Barack Obama.

Chris Dodd is such a loser; perhaps, Obama promised to offer him a position of VP or something.

Dear Candy Crowley,
Was it worth reporting?
You didn’t report any endorsements Hillary get but this phone call is really important news.

What is the big deal? So what! Dodd will not make a differance in this campaign. CNN is so against Hillary and it is very obvious. Why don't you just endorse Mr. Obama yourselves so all of your viewers can choose.

In case all of you forgot, the Clinton years were good. I will feel very comfortable with Hillary in the White House, no supprises there. She is strong and she is a fighter. She is the only one who went to the Iron Man's conference. She of all was the one who could not take the time out of her busy campaign to go , but "she did" and yes she will!

Thank you Chris Dodd, for recognizing the "fierce urgency of now". Until the recent negativity by the Clinton campaign, I would have voted for her if she won the nomination, even though I support Obama. I am pretty sure that I am not the only 61 year old white feminist who would love to see a woman president. But Hillary is not the one. This country needs Barack Obama and we need him now.

Are you kidding me? Hillary or McCain?…

Hillary may as well run on the republican ticket next time… after reading many of the divisive posts, and seeing so many Hillary supporters stomping their feet saying they'd rather vote republican, I believe she just might win.

Why do ya'll claim democrat anyway?

One more loser for OBAMA!!!!

I don't think any call you made to someone saying "I'm gonna go with the other guy" would be comfortable. Though I prefer Obama, I don't think that necessarily means Hillary flew off the handle.

I second what Dems Divided says…Obama thinks he's going to get all of Hillary's voters if/when he wins the nom, but it's highly unlikely that will happen. There's too much at stake to be fooled by his rhetoric. It's not a matter of "taking your toys and goign home", it;s a mater of gettting the right person in the white house, and I'm afraid that is not Obama. He scare me more than McCain, and this is one Democrat who will do what's right come Nov, and not vote along party lines.

I hope you Obama supporters like McCain, because if he wins the nomination that is who your next president is going to be.

The press and Repubs (synonymous) are salivating to get there hands on him if they can. There's no trash to be found on Clinton. It's already been hashed over a 1,000 times and they know it.

I've never voted Republican. But I will ( or write in Hillary) if this inept person is nominated for the democrats.

NO Jacquie! Hillary as Sec. of State? Too divisive…

The "dream team" cabinet for the next Pres (Obama)

Biden – Sec. of State
Dodd – Sec. of Treasury
Clinton – Sec. of Health & Human Svcs.
Richardson – Sec. of Education
Gore – Sec. of Energy
Edwards – Atty. General

Hilary Clinton has lost the plot and she is becoming an embarressment to herself and her party. She is breaking up in front of our eyes. Bill, do her favour and whisper " it's all over, honey" in her ear.

Lots of people are showing just how prejudice they are. Bill Cunningham speaking at a John McCain rally sounds like someone who we don't want to have a gun in his hand. The Clinton campaign with Hillary leading the way is beginning to sound alot like the Limbaugh's and other rigthwing pundits advancing this type of rhetoric. It is shameful and detestable to say the least. Thank you Chris Dodd for your candor and wisdom. After tonight's debate I am sure that the country will relize that any further backing of Hillary Clinton in this nomination process is futile and in showing of less then sound judgment. In stead of landing safely and gracefully, Hillary Clinton is opting for a crash and burn disgraceful return to earth. What a shame, what a shame.

I have read, each and everyone of the comments and I cannot believe how we Democrats are acting. Yes, I am for Obama, but that doesn't mean I will not support Clinton if she some how sneaks her way into becoming our Nominee. People need to quit spending so much time "hating" on the other democrat and save it for the General Election when we need to beat McCain. And for the folks who actually believe that McCain would be better than Obama, you were never a true democrat in the first place. If you were, you would know that there are very real differences between the two parties, it's not about who "seems" better. It's about someone who shares your beliefs and has the same committments. That person is Obama. Yes Clinton is a great lady and I think she has great ideas, but like everyone says, she is very polarizing. We will have the same politics as usual if she is our President.

Yeah for Dodd! I can't wait until this is all over so we Democrats can come together united. I'm an Obama supporter. The divisiness between the two camps has to stop. Truth be told, they are very similar on policies and agree a lot with each other. Their similarities far outweigh the differences. Obama just has that "it" factor. I love how he is enlisting the American people to take an active role in their government. We want change. He wants to lead that change. He never said it'd be easy. He has said he will need our help. It is up to each of us to take responsibility and participate in making the change so many of us desperately want.

Dodd is right, the tone of both campaigns is important. If you have paid attention, both campaigns have promoted negativity. The press have focused on Hillary. Hillary supporters are offended by all of the Hillary bashing. This shows a lack of respect for her supporters. Obama supporters complain about the negativitiy of the Clinton campaign, but perpetuate negativity with all of their hateful comments on so many of the blogs. This has no productive end in site because anyone who feels that all the Hillary supporters will automatically become Obama supporters, if he gets the nomination, are kidding themselves.

Congratulations Barack Obama……….I'm very proud to call you my candidate!

Go Obama '08!!!!! America Unite!

I am sorry am nat a politician, but I don't believe "Shame on you" will bring Americans to ballot. like,Clinton and supporters like (E. Fabian) think.

I'm an Obama supporter, and I do think Sen. Dodd's endorsement means something being that not only was he a presidential candidate, but also happens to be chairman of the senate foreign relations committee. It's a vote of confidence in Obama's foreign policy platform from an important member of the senate.

That being said, I don't think he should have said the conversation with Sen. Clinton was uncomfortable. That was unfair. He should have said he called her last night and left it at that.

Being a TRAITOR to someone is NEVER a "Comfortable discussion."

I have lost all respect for you, Senator Dodd!

HILLARY FOREVER!

thanks to the slanted news we are getting, the democrates are in deep muddy waters…they have hyped obama to the point where we look like small minds afraid to question what really is beyond all the obvious of the net work???obama may suceed now but they will surely lose to the republicans in the general..obama and his wife will not be the ones that a great number of americans can feel represent them…the republicans will not be hesitant to ask all the questions you failed to ask and by then it will be too late…..let's see if you are balanced enough to print this side of the issue for a CHANGE!!!

It was on his road to Damascus the Dodd found Obama

Obama / Warren Steed Jeffs '08

FINALLY!

Well said Jabari!

FYI – Obama supporter who doesn't get her comments posted either!

I still find it funny that while Obama keeps talking about a refreshing change and eliminating the entrenched Washington politics, he's happy as a clam to get the endorsement of people like Teddy Kennedy, who, by the way, is the co-writer of No Child Left Behind, a program the Democrats are supposedly against. Hmm…

Oh Hillary Oh Hillary, why does thoust lie, why does thoust spread gossip and scandle? Has it been thrust on you by your husband or is it just the nature of a Clinton. Should we believe that if you can not have the presidency that you will try to destroy democracy, that seems to be your tone by your comments and letting your campaign run amuck. Do as most are asking change your tone or drop out.

This is so silly… If he thought so highly of Obama he would have endoresed him some time ago. The only reason he is endorsing Obama now is because he is doing well. Does anyone doubt that if Hillary was clearly the front runner at this point Dodd still would have endorsed Obama? Politics as usual. I personally don't care who he endorses, doesn't change my vote but what is surprising is how many FANATICAL supporters act like every little endorsement or opinion from almost ANYONE is "the end" of Hillary. Sad. These same people will probably take credit for the "demise" of Hillary should she NOT win the nomiation. The fact is that this is a TIGHT RACE, if Obama wins, congratulations to him, I won't vote for him but I congratulate his campaign. Why are these FANATICAL "GOBAMA" people so….. out of touch??

Mr. Dodd,
That was lame.
Let's see, never done a thing for his state. Never done a thing for our country. Never owned a business. Two years in a public office. Wow, perfect, let's put him in office!
Think people!
of course Dodd supports Obama, Clinton would never offer him a position!

Big Tex from Texas has it. If ANY Democrat is to win, we must somehow come together as a party again the Republicans. All this rhetoric about if one candidate or the other wins, they'll vote for McCain. That is what the Republican party is hoping for. No wonder we (Dems) can't seem to win – we're fighting too much among ourselves. Both candidates need to tone down the negativity. Previous votes/statements, etc are open game, but keep it civil and please let's talk about the issues more than anything. Both candidates are so close on the issues, that they feel they have find other ways to distinguish themselves. Remember poeple, WE are ONE party with similar agenda.

we`ll find out at the convention , right now it takes Obama a lot of effort to knock Hillary out if you can, Hillary is not just giving up because of Obama`s endorsement… there`s lot of time for Hillary… be aware!!!!!… Obama is a big dreamer.. ..

I feel that it is pretty easy to see the difference in the two democratic leaders. Hilary has shown her lack of leadership ability by running a terrible campaign, choosing the wrong advisors, listening to the wrong advice, managing her campaign funds poorly and general starting with a huge lead and turning it into a mess. Obama has chosen the right people, raised funds with extraordinary ability, using modern and up to date methods (the web) and communicated a message with style and integrity. It is obvious who is the best leader!!!!!!!!!!!!

Hillary supporters are in to deep. They're hidng thery racisism behind the notion of Obama not having experience. As the days come, you will see why the Senior DNC Party Leaders are lining up behind Obama. Obama, shock alot of people in this race some are embracing him others hate it. Those who are hating it are trap in a maze of the Washington status quo. This man will be the best president America ever had. World Leaders see it …from Albania to Timbuktu all of them are hoping he wins because he will start the healing process that this country needs. This country has decades of injustice on its hands that "forty acres and a mule" can heal. Some people, both black and white are so use to the white male being "qualified" for the presidency that when a black man comes along with impecable qualifications we can't handle it much less embrace. I hope he wins it and make good on his intentions so you all can move to some other reason to hate.

Obama will NEVER win over Clinton supporters! We will always have Florida on our minds!!

Thank you Chris Dodd. Was she angry and bitter? Thought so.

All the channels this morning are asking "what does Hillary have to do to win tonight", "which Hillary will we see?". Why should we wonder WHICH HILLARY it will be? Hillary's bi-polar moments have been played over and over again. Wouldn't you think her persona is known by now?

We have all the Hillary bloggers whinning because she doesn't get press…she's getting FREE press…just not the kind her campaign would want. It's never good when all the political talking heads try to HELP you with your campaign.

Hillary "found her voice in New Hampshire" but she is still trying to figure out which Hillary she should be. We have Bill Clinton running around the state speaking from the back of a pick-up truck for heavens sake. Sheer desperation.

The Clintons are losing in Texas.

Brian makes an excellent point.
Hillary Clinton is a very polarizing figure and that's been kind of the elephant in the room in this campaign, because some of it is due to a really vicious Republican smear campaign against her during her husband's administration. However, she's also pretty polarizing on her own, and even if she hadn't earned any of it (which she has), it wouldn't change the reality that it is very much a factor, both in her ability to win in November, and in her ability to be effective in November.
Republican voters would come out in droves to vote against her, while a lot of the Democrats that have been coming out of the woodwork to vote for Obama would stay home, or even vote for egomaniacal spoiler Ralph Nader. Congressional Republicans would filibuster a proposal to put bigger flags in front of federal buildings if she supported it.
In contrast, Obama's candidacy is supported by the widest coalition I've ever seen in a presidential campaign. That's not just his oratorical skills. Community organizing is boot camp for coalition-building.

Wow – it is just gross to read the negative Clinton supporters views.

Why is it so hard for Clinton supporters to at least understand the excitement and hope that Obama inspires in so many? We are not delusional, we are just truly ready for change. Are you upset that so many just want new blood, someone with a positive vision, and the tone of hope?

Clinton and Obama do have similar platforms on many issues, but there course of action is different. I used to be a Clinton supporter, but I am disgusted by her negative tone, and hateful views. All this talk of experience is quite interesting because the current president lacks it. Clinton talks so much about her experience, but proves to me that she herself lacks it. With all of that experience, she should have known better when she signed up for the war. With all that experience, she should have been able to run her campaign much better, and have the right people in place originally.

Experience is overated, there are people who hold positions right now that they really lack experience for – despite there resume/credentials.

Stop the hating, and let us find ways to work together. That to me is the difference between the Obama and/or Clintor supporter, we want to work together, we want to achieve great things as one America. Stop the division. Stop the bullying.

Obama 08 – Change We Can Believe In – Yes We Can

Dodd is playing politics as usual. I also don't understand why he would endorse Obama unless he is being promised something! Just another blind mouse following the "Pied Piper"! I would think more out of Dodd.

WAKE UP AMERICA! Hillary has the talent, skills, knowledge and experience to make all of the changes that she is promising the America people. While Obama DOES NOT have the talent, skills, knowledge and really NO EXPERIENCE to make the changes that he is promising the American people.

Obama could possibly make a better VP than trying to become a President!

If Hillary gets the nomination I will vote for her, though I prefer Obama. How could anyone prefer McCain to a Democrat? You want to keep wrecking the economy and stay in Iraq forever? This country will be bankrupt and owned by China in a few years.

LeeLee: We can agree to disagree it seems.

Again with the attack that Mr. Obama is just like Resident Bush because he talks a good game and speaks about unity and things that people want to hear. My HOPE is the next President is ALMOST EXACTLY like Resident Bush – dislike his policies all you want (and I DO, BOY DO I!) but you have to acknowledge Bush has GOTTEN his policies through, he managed to convince the sheep of this country (that IS directed to most here) to support an illegal invasion of Iraq (do not deny it over 90% approved of that invasion initially), not only did he convince you to agree with his lies he convinced you to attack those who DISAGREED with them (Remember the Dixie Chicks?) so yes I hope our next president is just like Resident Bush, with one minor exception I hope HE doesn't hear the voice of God but instead hears the voice of the People.

Good Job Mr. Dodd for seeing the light! Endorsements do matter because these endorsements from well placed Democrats WILL affect the super delegates, it will give them the cover they need to go against Ms. Clinton

What is it with the Hillary supporters. If someone endorses Obama, they are called a coward. Senator Dodd is as respected as Hillary is. I am sure that if he said he was supporting Hillary, you would have glowing praise for him. Lets do away with the gender bias. Like I have said in the past, I would have supported the late Barbara Jordan for president. I just do not think you should support someone just because she is a woman.

Oh my, another voice against the Ice Queen. No matter, neither will be sleeping in the White House Residence in January.

For some reason my posts never gets posted?????? I really want to come around to Obama BUT can one Obama supporter please explain his ties to a racist church?

Agree! She is doing harm to the Party, let have some damage control ASAP. The Texas I know supports Obama all the way!
OBAMA 08

To Dems Divided….. First of all, just because Hillary has half the vote in th primary does not man that they won't vote for Obama in the general election. Once again, a voter from Hillary's uneducated voter base surfaces. Maybe you won't but, most democrats want a Democrat in office more than anything else. As an Obama supporter, I would vote for Hillary in the General Election. I think that majority of Hillary supporters would do the same for Obama in the General.

Oh course Dodd is going to support Obama, he's looking for a VP job.

In the realm of things the endorsement means nothing; look at what happened when Kennedy endorsed Obama. HRC WON HIS STATE.

As things get more heated, the true Obama will shine thru and all the newscasters trying to push him down out throats will soon be jumping ship.

HRC backers are NOT going to switch to Obama; they will go with McCain.

The Oval Office is not the place for on-the-job-trainning. Obama has no backbone; he goes with the flow of what is popular and serves his best interests only.

Chris Dodd for VP.

We need all the democrats come together to defeat McCain who is already borrowing the lines that Hillary provided. Thank you so much Hillary and let's see what you are going to do when Obama gets nomination. Are you really going to support him? I am not sure and that is unfortunate.

@Steve

Contrary to what you might be thinking, I don't think it had anything to do with Hillary losing her cool. The conversation was probably just full of a LOT of awkward pauses and "Okay, its your decision if your really want to endorse him." Said in such away that made it sound like she was disappointed in him. A lot like those conversations with my parents.

"Son, we aren't angry at you, but we are disappointed."

Those conversations are always somehow worse to receive. hehe

According to Hillary Clinton, the sky has opened and a great light has shone down on her. Hillary Clinton had an awakening that she will not become President of the United States of America.

Obama 08!

Hillary Clinton and her alleged 35 years of experience mean nothing to me. First, she did not volunteer for the children's defense fund as long as she infers. She was a corporate lawyer for Wal-Mart, the epitome of corporate workforce unfairness. Then, she was a state's first lady, our country's first lady, and moved to NY state where she was all but promised a seat in the US senate. Her voting record in the senate is remiss when it comes to significant landmark legislation and so is her senate leadership there as well, voting always on the safe side of debates with the majority. She is not any more experienced than anyone else (McCain or Obama) for the presidency. As you know, history shows no hard and fast breeding grounds for presidential excellence. There is one that does stand out though and that is the ability to communicate to the American people. There is only one candidate that seems to have that requisite mastery: Obama.

A lanky lawyer from Illinois who had served just one two-year term in the U.S. House of Representatives and had no other government experience in elective of executive office ran for president in 1860.

I agree with Sen. Dodd. Obama is winning because he has proved to be a solid candidate, and we need to tone down the attacks so we don't tear the party apart. If Clinton still wants to end up winning, she needs to focus on the issues, rather than a laundry-list of false and misleading attacks.

Obama got the nod from Dodd!!!

This is a huge endoresment for Obama . I have always admired Chris Dodd , he is a good man.

Thank you Sen. Dodd

Good Job Senator Dodd looking out for what's best for the country and that's Obama for President.

Hillary has one last and final chance to salvage her tarnished name. That is..just before the vote to be held in Texas make a nationwide announcement to graciously bow out of the campaign and throw your support to Barack Obama. If she does that she may be respected by the country and her peers. If she suffers a loss in any of the two states she will look beaten and ugly. John Edwards is a great example. He stepped down before Super Tuesday and he still has a political career. It was gracious and on time. Hillary..I implore you..STEP DOWN NOW AND SAVE YOUR CLINTON LEGACY!!

TINA FEY RULES!

SHE IS ANOTHER STRONG WOMAN!!!!!!!

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

People are seeing Obama in the Shadow, but the truth is that He has been Ordained by God to Led and not rule america. he is going to rule America through their vally. The Picture posted means nothing, She Hillary Must Know that the rain that wets an eagle thaought it did eagle worst not knowing it's a blessing to bath eagles

NoWorry, keep in mind that Bill Clinton was just as old as Obama is now when he ran for office. Bill's experiences stemmed from his work on the state level in Arkansas. Obama has experience on both the state and national levels.

Looking at both Democratic candidates, they have roughly the same experience in politics. Neither one can claim to be the more experienced candidate and neither one knows what it's like to be president because neither of them have been.

The best that the American people can do is go to the websites of these candidates and read the information they put out detailing their plans.

Contrary to what some of the posts here say, the reason the conversation was "uncomfortable" is that Dodd had been a close ally of Clinton. He was supposed to stay out of the converation (like Gore, Carter, Edwards, Richardson, and others) until after the March 4th primaries. His endorsement of Obama on the eve of the debate and before March 4th, was a stab in the back to a woman who has been caught in the vise of the media-fueled Obama juggernaut.

She has been treated unfairly in this entire operation (SNL made hysterical fun of this, but it is true). Obama has been canonized and has been able to run without real scrutiny. Obama's run has been exciting and good for the country, however, it gives pause that America is really not ready for a woman president. My question, if it is not this woman than who in the next 15 years?

I think we are losing the focus of what an American election is and is not when there are so many people across america voting for one person and there is so much bad mouthing about it , how can we stand together , how can we move forward we see Obama has won 11 states in a row but yet we as a people are not convinced we rather see this election be decided by super-delagates than think whats good for the country everybody has a voice that is important but lets look at the big picture a young afro-american man without experience is going against THE CLINTON MACHINE and winning this says alot about what the people want which is change how can you deny that what else must Obama do for a equal shot other than drop out !!!

Obama '08

As much as I like Hillary, I have really been disturbed lately by her campaigning. A major factor to consider is the post-Bush mentality of voters. With such an irresponsible manner of conduct from the prior administration, the public feel the word "change" as a form of redemption. This is turn has sparked a more personal influence upon the vote and Obama has ran a "personal" campaign.

Just another old washington old man insider thats part of the status quo. If you really want change vote for a strong intelligent women or it will be more of the same. Go Hillary-Edwards

Now that Dodd endorses Obama,
maybe John Edwards would step up and endorse him as well.

After all isn't John Edwards that touted change first and Isn't Obama who is taking Edwards message and running with it.

Which isn't a bad thing

It seems that everyone forgets that there was no evidence of al
Queda in Iraq until after saddam was deposed. He would not have allowed a shadow movement in his country. He would have crushed them like toothpicks if they tried to set up camp in his country. Thank you George!

SHAME ON YOU CHRIS DODD!!!

No doughnuts for you at the Bellagio today!

…says Hillary

WHO CARES? HE IS A LOSER LIKE OBAMA!

RALPH NADER IS RIGHT ABOUT OBAMA!

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

I just can imagine her going nuts in that conversation – she probably told him to meet her outside after the debate with Obama tonight so that she can bite Dodd in the ankle for disrespecting the Queen.

"Obama CANNOT win with only 50% of Democrats voting for him."

Soooo Hillary is supposed to win with even less support from the democrats?? He has more than 50% of the vote. What are you talking about?

As I read through these posts, I can't help but notice the venom coming from the staunch Hillary supporters. That plus the fact most of their arguments seem uneducated. The more people research the facts and where each candidate stands on the issues, the more I see peole leaving Hillary to support Obama. I think its time more Hillary supporters get on the Obama train to the whitehouse. Seriously, if Clinton gets the nod, McCain has a better chance of winning the nomination. She is too divisive. Look what she is doing to the democratic party alone. She's going to bring Dems and Republicans together in Washington? Thats delusion.

If NoWorry's line of thinking were correct, Joe Biden would be the front runner. NO ONE has/had more experience than him when this all began…

U.S. Constitution – Article 2 Section 1 states:
No person except a natural born Citizen, or a Citizen of the United States, at the time of the Adoption of this Constitution, shall be eligible to the Office of President; neither shall any Person be eligible to that Office who shall not have attained to the Age of thirty-five Years, and been fourteen Years a Resident within the United States.

Funny, doesn't say anything about "expereince" so Senator Barack is more than qualified to run for President of the United States of America. Any other questions?

And for all of you voting for McCain because Hillary doesn't win the nom, you sound like children. McCain is in in lock step with Bush on policies, doesn't know anything about the economy and said so and would keep our troops in Iraq. If that's what you want to vote for you are truelly idiots.

Don't let the media tell you who is the best candidate or who is
winning by a margin. The media is building Obama up and putting Clinton down. Don't let them sway your vote!!!
Go Hillary… she has the most experience and a love for our country.
Carefully listen to each candidates words-some don't have much meaning just hype! I am dissappointed in Cafferty and the Wolfster they seem to be anti Clinton.. Listen carefully to the words of those who are telling the the news.
Go Hillary….she has taken a lot of blows…..but still stands tall.
She said it all in her closing remarks at the last debate. Obama couldn't touch it with his closing remarks.

She ist toated!

OBAMA 08!

He feels uncomfortable about what he just did! He should because he has doubts about Obama. Many of us do too but we know how to choose the right candidate!

He should have done what Obama did 120 time in the Illinois State senate and just say " present" instead of making a fool of himself this way.

Could this be a sign of more to come?

Hillary Clinton would not be good for this country. She is just too divisive and too polarizing. At this point, she would not even qualify to become Vice-President because her presence offends just too many US citizens.

Hillary Clinton should leave politics all together, go home to Bill and just cook and clean. This is all she is really good for now, managing her house and not the White House.

To NOWORRY:

What is Hillary experience in foreign policies?

Shame on you Chris Dodd…I expected more from you! Meet me in the park!

Thank you for standing up to the Clintons. We do not need to go into the convention dysfunctional and divided.

Don't let the media tell you who is the best candidate or who is
winning by a margin. The media is building Obama up and putting Clinton down. Don't let them sway your vote!!!
Go Hillary… she has the most experience and a love for our country.
Carefully listen to each candidates words-some have not much meaning just hype! I am dissappointed in Cafferty and the Wolfster they seem to be anti Clinton.. Listen carefully to the words of those who are telling the the news.
Go Hillary….she has taken a lot of blows…..but still stands tall.
She said it all in her closing remarks at the last debate. Obama couldn't touch it with his closing remarks.

If Senator Clinton goes through the same bi polar personalities as president. We will become the laughing stock of the world. Oh sorry!
We already are under the Bush administration. What 's the deal with running the white house anyway? Hmmmm lets see! Ability to reason, common sense, a world view not narrow view, and the desire to due what's fair and right to everyone not the select favorites. His diversity only broadens and compliments his intelligence

Right on JJ. My Hillary vote will go for McCain if the Dreamweaver gets the nod.

talk about wanting to be a fly on the wall of whatever room clinton was in. i'd suspect that a good amount of the things she may have said was not PG.

i'm still not certain why people keep stating that this is not the time for obama and somehow it is clinton's time. did she call dibs on being president this year? it sounds just a little silly to think this way. this is, after all, a contest and as such, the winner cannot be pre-determined. if we believe that the outcome of an election should be known beforehand, then why don't we all just ask the castros to take over our country. they must have it right since they knew well and good that raul would be the next leader of cuba. or better yet, let's style it after No. Korea, or Russia, or Iran.

I wish the democrats wouldn't say that they are voting for McCain if Obama wins. Why? Is it because we are going to continue to throw all our money in the war for the next 100 years and go further and further into debt? Is it because we will continue to give tax breaks to the wealthy? Is it because he admitted he knows nothing about the economy? Which of these things makes you want to vote for McCain. I like Obama, but if Hillary won I would vote for her. I don't want another old-fashioned war-mongoring Republican in office. Either Hillary or Obama would be better than McCain and if you disagree you are not a Democrat.

Well, here we are at cusp of a monumental break through in nominating our first Black candidate or our first Woman candidate and everytime there is disagreement in our party, someone cries foul. I think we should let this thing play out, not just hand Obama the nomination. Let him earn it the way even a sitting President (Jimmy Carter) had to earn it, one vote at a time, one endorsement at a time.

Just because Hillary was a president's wife does not mean she has more experience than Obama. Her senate term is almost equal in time to Obama's. Her health care policy from the past already saw it's demise, so what make you think she'll succeed this time?

Obama '08

Of course it was uncomfortable to dismiss a qualified woman and endorse a rookie who has no place in the oval office (at this time anyway – I still think Obama could be a good president down the line but he will not be getting my vote in November).

In my opinion why would anyone expect any candidate to drop out of the race to unite a party unless you are the MEDIA, it is only February we have until November. The media has already made OUR selection for the presidential candidates…they have chosen Obama & McCain for the nominee by using their media influence & POWER in favor of these two candidates. Their goal is to rush the primaries so they can get the general election into motion & start the fighting between the democrats & republicans…Only in America would the people let this happen…..shame on the media but it is actually the people of America who are at fault for allowing the media to influence their voting….

This is a sad sad sad time for our country a large amount people are walking around with blinders on and are trying to hand over our country, at least, for 4 more years of Bush. I tell you what, NO MATTER HOW UNFAIR AND OUT OF CONTROL THE MEDIA BECOMES TOWARD SENATOR HILLARY CLINTON. I WILL NEVER NEVER NEVER AND NEVER VOTE FOR PHONY OBAMA!

this is coming from an afro-american who has always been proud of her country. To-date I am very much ashame of OBAMA!

Hillary I want to part of real history. Please Hillary if you do take any kind of medication, follow the doctor’s directions and do not skip doses. I love you Hillary and I hope you get better. There are some very good doctors in this country that can treat your mind. If not I know of a doctor in Mexico where I was planning on going if Obama won the nomination, I think its one of the only country's that Obama didn't cream you.
Good luck on every thing and God speed
BYE BYE MRS HILLARY CLINTON YOU WILL BE MISSED

Did I read Shimmer comments right. Did he say that Obama has more experience than Hillary. How does a few years in the Senate grant a lot of exp. in F. Policy. Great race so far. Can not wait to see the out come.

I believe people are less intrested in antagonizing statements.Clinton should know how she attacks Obama,because many are just waiting
for a very small mistake.

Oh….so Dodd's running for VP now, huh?

Iam not an american, I live in german but I support obama , he is the one for the american future for peace foreign policy and unite the american. obama needs endorsesment from superdelegates. otherwise will mc cain or hillary became president, that the rest part of the world dont want it. america needs new,fresh, inovative, and peace politic.Lets this change happen !

JJ:

First of all I doubt that Democrats are "coming up to you" to tell you that they will vote for McCain if Obama is the nominee. You're not that important.

Second, just so you know, if Hillary is the nominee then I will vote for McCain. Two can play at this game.

Obama 08!

For Dodd to feel compelled to say even that "it was not a comfortable discussion" means that he was grossly understating his true impression, but wanted to at least register the warning. Hillites need to realize that a good deal of the support for Obama is just because he isn't Hillary !!!

Hey Hillary do you and your people remember this song? Happy trails to you, until we meet again. Well I would like to be the first to wish it to ya my friends.
Don't worry you will be ok because President Obama will take care of you .
No more Bush and No more Clinton
Bush, Clinton,Clinton,Bush, Bush is enough.

Ultimate betrayal!

It seems as though most of the politicians find it to be a need that they run their decision to support Obama by the Clintons as a cordial gesture, this says that they felt a sense of obligation to them, but support what they seem to be the better candidate. Per Hillary" word mean nothing" in response to Obama's speeches… I guess they must mean something to other people.

Obama had better start being a bit more detailed with his views on the important issues, more strategy conversation than acknowledgement on the issues. This could really sway his undecided voters.

If Hillary could grasp the concept of talking with the people and not at them and humble some of that aggressision in her voice and her body language she may be able to swing back. She reminds me of Huey P. Long.

The endorsement is the secondary story.

1. Get the campaigns out of the gutter

2. Unite the party or we'll get McCain

You can win the battle but still lose the war. Either candidate will need to swing over 49% of the Dems before they even start on the general election. Mocking each other, and each other's supporters is not going to do that.

Thank you Chris Dodd. I am a Obama supporter for two reasons. 1. he is inspiring, competent and broadening the base that Democrats need to have in order to win; 2. because despite her intelligence and history of accomplishments, Hillary Clinton has alienated a huge segment of those who will go to the polls in November. Her candidacy in my view will guarantee the election of McCain. It's time for her to quit her rants and her mockery and accept the fact that the Democrats and independents who have spoken thus far want a break with the past and the Clintons. Go Barack!

Dodd's probably not comfortable with the whole idea of a woman president…all these old geezers from the Democratic party…from Kennedy to Kerry are just not comfortable with a woman president…bottom line!!

Donating to Obama's campaign: $5
Phone bill after campaigning for Obama: $50
Seeing Hillary's face when she finds out she is not being endorsed by Mr. Dodd: Priceless

There are some elections you can't buy
For everyone else, there are endorsements and supporters

Obama 08

IT WAS EXPECTED OF THIS OLD GRAY HAIRED MAN.. SUCH A HIPOCRATE! HOW QUICKLY HE FORGETS WHO HELPED HIM WITH ALL THE FUNDRAISERS. AND HIS REELECTION.. ANYWAY..

THIS ENDORSEMENT MEANS NOTHING…

GOOOO HILLARY CLINTON 08!!!

WE WILL WIN OHIO AND TEXAS AND THE WHITE HOUSE!!!

MILITARY IN IRAQ ALL FOR CLINTON……..

NOOOOOOOOO TO BARAK!!! KNOWS NOTHING ON MILITARY ISSUES…

My son always comes to me and complains that his sisters are in constant PMS mode lol
Hillary reminds me of this….too many mood swings
who wants this in a leader… a hot head just like McCain
kind of makes you wonder if she would ever be able to reach across the aisle and compromise
Maybe she doesnt realize it but when she made fun of Barack it put *her* in a very poor light
you really do need *change* America
Grasp that opportunity in Obama
Take the time to do your research on Barack , he really does have an
impressive record!!
Glad Senator Dodd realized that…Dodd is a man of honesty and integrity

And furthermore , if Obama win's and it looks like he's close, then my sincere hope is the he backs all his words up with actions and has the grace and intelligence to capitalize on Hillary's and Edwards' talents somehow. Just a thought. And a Hope.
Hillary 08 or at least Dems 08.

To Dems Divided and Sam.

It's going to take that 50% plus the independents, the crossover republicans, and the new voters to beat McCain.

An ObamaCAN (republicans for Obama)

Texan go vote. Early voting continues through Friday!

Good for Dodd. Why all the negativity coming from Hillary. It is very unbecoming to see her taking such a negative tactic. I certainly wouldn't want someone who can turn so quickly from charming to attacking to be my commander in chief. This is a comment from an admiring Canadian who hopes the US can get back some if its respect from the rest of us in the world.

Okay- please everyone,think about this. The last sentence says that Dodd stated that "it was not a comfortable" discussion. Now— what does this say? Does this say that Hillary was shrill or rude to Dodd? NO. It just says that it was NOT COMFORTABLE. Could there not be other ways to interpret this besides the very biased or warped way that it is being presented?! How about the fact that maybe Dodd respects Hillary and agrees with her on many things, but feels that Obama has momentum now and wants to therefore start supporting him, thinking that he's got the nomination.
I'm so sick of the little innuendos and subtle jabs from these CNN ticker headlines.

Kennedy supported Obama and lost the state to Hillary.

Money is what's making this election go the way it is. Oprah is a billionaire.

Wake up America!

Please people, stop the bickering and back stabbing and please vote for the one candidate that you think will help you most, and I think it is Hillary Clinton, which does not mean that I dislike Obama, but I think his head is in the clouds!!!!

When all of the young, starry eyed dumbells get Mr. Obama elected President, please don't blame the Clintons when our country gets attacked again.

This party ia already divided, always voted democrat, not this time if Obama is the nominee. out of this party. Thats why democrats keep losing elections they pick STUPID candidates, if thats not the case why do we always loose. GO FIGURE

The negativity does need to stop. The Obama supporting Audacity of Truth blog has at least been doing a good job keeping the negative attacks in perspective. If we all took the effort to call out politicians and even the media about the sensational claims that are made by either side, things would get much better in this country.

Chris Who?

Hillary 08!!!!

We don't want BUSHTON's for 28 years . let us have new blood.

Obama's the one hurting the party. All I can say is I feel sorry for all these politicians endorsing this guy. They are truely wearing the blinders just like the rest of the herd.

I'v voting NADER if Obamba gets the nom! He's not even close to being ready to be the President of the United States.

I wonder which Hillary answered the call. The nice Hilary, the angry Hillary, or the one that cries all the time. It sounds like he got the angry Hillary.

Do you think she has names for each of her personalities?

I still beleive in "Dream Team", Obama as President and Clinton as Vice-President. So they can beat McCain + Condi Rice.

Obama needs to wait until he gets more experience learn the ropes and then run.

If Obama is on the Democratic Ticket McCain will win.

WAKE UP America!

Experience does matter and will matter when he faces McCain.

Vote Hillary she won't mess up in any batter with Republicans.
Obama doesn't have a leg to stand on at this time.

Russell, the Clintons will ride off into the sunset, and they will let their horses graze on the White House lawn where they belong.

Obama, Blah…Blah…Blah.

…Just an empty suit .

Hillary 08

Would Hillary even be in this race if not for Bill – Obama has risen to this podium on his own and deserves these endorsements as he is clearly in this place based on HIS accomplishments.

Its time for Al Gore to step up.

to HILLARY,

I know its hard to see people who have supported you and bill in the past turn and support Obama. I think the nation has made its choice and its not you.
pls do the honorable thing and support Obama and save your dignity.

your friend
liz

Good for you Sen Dodd! Finally, the right people are endorsing the right candidate. I am a republican, but I can't step away from the charisma and common sense of Barack Obama. Hate Hillary-no appeal whatsoever to anything resembling a president. Cold, and calculating-cry baby and power hungry.

GO OBAMA 08!!!!

Hillary should fire this campaign manager too. Whatever she is doing is NOT working! This dark side is not helping Hillary at all.

If she cannot manage a successfull campaign, then she cannot manage the country. Think about it. She needs more experience in human relations.

I am so happy for the party that these fake democrats or bigots who insist on voting Republican if either Obama or Clinton wins the nomination are very very few and far between. In fact, my research shows that it has always been the same people. If actually these people are democrats, they should be identified and dismissed from the NDP. This party can do without such foulers. They show go to the Republican Party where they naturally belong.

What is going on here? Chris Dodd and Hillary are close friends. Have they all gone nuts? It must be the lets all jump on the bandwagon to get cabinet positions or other prestiges jobs. This kind of flip flopping makes me want to leave the dem. party and vote for McCain which I won't of course. Obama is just a talker not a doer.

Wake up people

Adios, Clinton. Buy an RV and retire. Take Bill with you.

I am very pleased and proud of Senator Dodd's decision to endorse Obama. If we examine the list of U.S. Congressional, state and local endorsements, one sees a veteran group of law makers. Coupled with seasoned people in the private sector and the diversity of the
American populous, we can change America and restore our standing and integrity in the world community. Hillary Clinton must decide if she will be part of the solution or part of the problem. I hope her ultimate decision is in the vested interest of America.

"Obama is no different from George Bush… the media made Bush pretty to everyone so now look what happened …The Clintons have a very scandalous record of service , and I'm pretty sure everyone hates it including me, But at this times, where most countries hate us, I think the experience factor is not a good choice for everyone. and forget about the who endorses who. This election is all about us the people.

I wander what will happen if Hillary wins next weeks primary…
Im pretty sure everyone will shut up…

WHOOOOOOOOOOO,
I ALMOST FEEL A REPUBLICAIN SWEEP OVER THE NEXT COUPLE OF YEARS!!!!!

Hillary,
True democrats will vote for you. The media has been extremely biased against your campaign, but it has not stopped you from showing the facts.
You will succeed and the economy will improve. Senior Citizens, women and the Latino community are standing by your side in the real world. We do not buy the fairytales of Obama.

No nos comemos los cuentos de hadas de Obama y estamos contigo Hillary.

Hillary- President of the Unted States of America

RIGHT,
LET'S SEE IF DODD HOLDS HIS TEMPER WHEN HE LOOSES HIS SEAT.

Something I would love to know, now that more people had a change to get to know Obama better, & Clinton has pulled some interesting tactics:

Would Clinton still have won states like California & Nevada?

I'm sure a good 25-50% of those votes would evaporate if those primaries were run now.

America Is Ready
Obama 08

maybe he felt he betrayed her?

Jabari – IF WE dont complain about CNN on CNN then this will truely look like a pro-Obama site. Like it matters anyway. They only post pro-Obama comments anyway!!

There are MANY negitve storys about Obama, Its just the media dosen't want to bring them up. Try doing some reserch on your darling Obama.

JJ February 26th, 2008 12:07 pm ET

Just like many democrats who have come up to me, if Obama is the democrat nominee; my vote will go for McCain… Sorry, but I do not want to vote for another Bush-like (empty promises, and ideas without subtances)

If you vote for McCain, then you vote for George Bush…it's that simple. I'm not surprised you would take this position…you probably were one of those people responsible for GWB being elected to office……twice….

OK everyone since it's such an honorable thing to do let's all turn our backs on our old friends. Come on let's do it it's seems real comfortable.

too late for Obama folks to ask the Hillary supporters to come aboard the Obama wagon, he tore the party apart already, he should of reminded himself of the speech he gave when he first arrived at the Senate, that it was too soon to run for President b/c he need to get the experience. He is staffed by a bunch of losersssss, Kennedy, Kerry, Dachsle, and Dodd, he doesn't have the support of any Winners.

Hilarys' recient mood swings have given me pause, and wonderment, at how she would react in in a highly, sinsitive enviorment in world politics. Her actions also gives me a clue about her being presidentual , and ready to lead on day one. Maybe an anger managment coarse would help her. You scare me Hilary.
HRJON

NOT A BIG DEAL. THE CHANGE CANIDATE GETTING ALL THE OLD MEMBERS IN THE SENATE. DOES NOT SOUND LIKE CHANGE. TRUE CHANGE WOULD BE TO KICK ALL THE OLD POLITICIANS OUT AND SEND THIS COUNTRY IN A NEW DIRECTION.MARK MY WORDS THERE WILL BE NO CHANGE JUST A PUPPET ON A LONG LIST OF OLD STYLE DEMOCRATS.

Let us have a discussion about Obama's vast Foreign Policy experience…………

Please fill in if I missed something.

Obama vs. Clinton is a mini-version of racism vs. sexism. Which is stronger in the USA today? In the correct answer lies the identity of the next President. This election is a referendum on American prejudices. Unfortunately, prejudice will win (again) and another white man will occupy the White House. But not John. It will be Mike, the one from NYC.

I am getting tierd listening to Clinton, she will give herself a heart attack. Obama needs to just focus on the campaign and keep quite, he does not want to go down to her level.

Just step aside clinton u are pathetic, just go cry a river and get on with ur life. You are destroying the party and i am quite frankly getting bored just listening to the lies and the kindergarden stuff.

Obama 08

It will be an interesting 4 years if Obama gets to the White House. CNN will be kept busy trying to report all of Obama's shortcomings just like they are super busy now trying to sway voters towards the Obama camp. I wonder how they will sleep at night when the mistakes are realized.
Hillary 08
Shame on you CNN…for every Clinton story there are at least 3 for Obama…. The most watched news channel should not be as biased as you.
This is very clear from an outsider viewpoint…I am Canadain with no vested interest in this election. CNN has all but endorsed Obama.

I don't think Obama is qualified to run a lemonade stand… The Democratic voters seem to get more simple-minded every year.

Who is this Mr. Dodd? His endorsement will translate in JUST WORDS and no VOTES

HILLARY LOS LATINOS ESTAMOS CONTIGO!
HILLARY THE LATINO COMMUNITY IS WITH YOU!

Hillary for President!

It is too bad that Hillary seems to be sinking so quickly. I was really hoping that it would wait until the general election so that the strong Republican candidate John McCain might win the White House and keep the conservative leash on this country.

Endorsements are great but I think the voters will determine the outcome of this race. Obama is ahead by a very small margin overall so it's still a very tight race. Despite the all the media bias and underhanded tactics by the Obama's camp she's still in the race and can still win even though it'll be an uphill battle all the way to the end. I just hope she's got the stamina.

Cnn, I see you are getting more fair in your postings and I applaud your efforts. Thank you for that.

Go Hillary 08!!!

This country's president is elected by media giants and run by big corporations. Why Iam saying this…. Even if you apply for a mid-level career in a company they ask for atleast 10 years of experience but this election is run by media a person with just 3 years (with last one year busy on campaining) is seeking for the highest post and media is driving people in wrong direction. Age doesn't matter but experience really matters during crisis. I would rather have Bill Gates run this country than any one! A HARVARD drop out will be better for this country than a Harvard Graduate

NoWorry, you claim Obama is too young. But he is older than JFK was – or than Bill Clinton was, for that matter.

I hope other heavy weigh in the Democractic Party, especially those Super-delegates, will now endorse Barack Obama and by so doing force Hillary to quit. The negative campaign, her 'mocking theatric' of Obama's message of hope, and the scare tactics are not welcomed in this campaign and the voters of Ohio and Texas have an opportunity to deliver that verdict on behalf of the rest of us. Hillary should throw in the towel and chill-out. After all she has a future in the Senate. By the way, I am a democrat and will vote for the nominee whoever it is.

Please not Hillary.

Personally, I'm not making a decision until I find out who Brittany is endorsing.

This is not the general election. This fight between Obama and Clinton is for the nomination. That means it's about who Democrats want. It's not what Republicans want. It's not what Independents want. Right now 50% of the Democratic party is supporting each candidate. Like it or not, some of us have been working for the Democratic party for a long time… we didn't just wake up yesterday. Some of us have been pressing for the Clinton-Obama ticket for years. This is why we have superdelegates.

Like he means anything. Of course he waited to join whoever was in the lead.

Make's Hillary that much stronger!!

while many people come to the truth of O, Dodd did the opposite.

So sad.

Go Hillary and if not, Go McCain.

All you guys saying you will vote for McCain if Obama wins all I can say is "SHAME ON YOU" if that is the case next time there is a war and under McCain that will be quickly I hope you will go and fight!!! You guys should be ashamed of yourselves although I am supporting Obama if Hillary wins I have no choice but to vote for the lesser of two evils!

Ha ha. I bet Hillary was like, "Shame on you, Christopher Dodd!"

I am a Canadian who has followed both Obama and Hillary's websites, and the supporter's blog comments . If I was to analyse all comments by supporters , I see a continual call for support of Democrats , regardless who wins the nominee , on the Obama site. The real Obama campaign supporters ( not You tubers) are following Obama's lead, to run a positive non- divisive unifying campaign and deliver the better leader, as Nominee, for the Democrats and all of America regardless of Blue, Red or Independent.

Whether Dodd really favors Obama's condidacy or not, one thing I'm sure he realizes is that Hillary can't win in November and Obama can. Do the Hillary backers on this board really think she can beat McCain as polarizing as she is, (whether that view of her is fair or not)? If you so why?

Is she still running? Wow, how humiliating.

Matt M. observed in his comment:
"Almost every time a Republican dropped out of the race, he endorsed a candidate immediately. Until today, NONE of the Democrats who dropped out had endorsed a candidate. Why?
I suspect that it's because they all prefer Obama, but they're afraid of the Clintons. They fear the fallout if Hillary ends up winning."

This is an astute observation. Why have John Edwards, Joe Biden, and Bill Richardson not supported one or the other? They appear cowardly and calculating.

There's not a true democrat in america that would vote for McCain, so JJ you have been exposed for what you really are and that's a republican. We know you guys want to run against Hillary because she would stimulate your base and send independents to the GOP as well. You simple people are not fooling anyone.

WHO IS THAT MAN???????

I think it would be a fair question for Obama to be asked why there seem to be no Muslims against him. If he is a Christian. What was it about the Muslim Faith that caused him to want to become a Christian? When did he accept Christ. Who baptised him, when, and where.

Because it does matter what he really believes

New flash for all those Hill-Billy-Maniacs out there ranting about how they'll vote for McCain in November, if Obama becomes the nominee of the Democratic party: please make sure to keep that door wide open as you ext, 'cause for every one of you Hill-Billy-Maniacs who will leave, there will be at least TWO or THREE clear-thinking Republicans who will be coming the other way to vote for Obam!

Next tuesday will be the end of democrat campaign.sen.Clinton will concede around 11.00 Et.It is obvious she will win in Ohio and Texas but she will find herself eith deficit of pledge delegates.obama will be leading her with more than 100 pledged delegates

Is she still running? Wow, how humiliating.

Matt M. observed in his comment:
"Almost every time a Republican dropped out of the race, he endorsed a candidate immediately. Until today, NONE of the Democrats who dropped out had endorsed a candidate. Why?
I suspect that it's because they all prefer Obama, but they're afraid of the Clintons. They fear the fallout if Hillary ends up winning."

This is an astute observation. Why have John Edwards, Joe Biden, and Bill Richardson not supported one or the other? They appear cowardly.

Can anyone explain how we are going to pay for universal healthcare? Does anyone think that their service will be "as good as" the VA which is a joke? Why should I be responsible for someone else's health if they can't take a little personal responsibility and exercise, eat less, and stop smoking? Just some things to consider as we go galavanting off into the universal healthcare quandry. Sounds great as a sound bite, but if you look at it, its scary…

I'm 'not comfortable' with Dodd's inuendo!

Funny he tells both sides to watch their words, while perpetuating the kind of suggestive talk that he gards against.

He manages this, in just one statement.
Not someone I'd want endorsing me! LOL!

another "Left-winger" for Obama … if the left-wing of the Democratic party gets the nomination for Obama … McCain will surely win!!

I am a Canadian living in Toronto and have been look at the democratic nomination from the beginning. What I have seen so far is a blatant bias against Hillary Clinton with CNN and some of its pundits. Shame on you CNN!!! Where is your objectivity??????????

Susan, get over SNL, its comedy and afterall, he's a comediene.

Change…Change…Change…MORE LIKE Blah…Blah…Blah…..

Hillary 2008!!!!!!

dodd is just like kennedy and kerry they are all losers and can't win anything and don't want her to win.cnn it now time for best bunch of losers to come out and endorse your idol obama he nothing but an empty suit.his wife will now be glad to be an american since she never was before in her life time.GO CNN NOW IS THE TIME.GOD BLESS JACK CAFFERTY.

It is like Hillary is expected to cheer each time someone turns their back on her.

Sen Dodd is a just person who ran for President and lost trying to sound important.

How could it be anything other than "not a comfortable discussion" to tell her that you'te supporting the least unelectable of the two because voters simply don't like her, her policies or her husband?

Dodd showed poor judgment in disclosing whether the conversation was comfortable or not – who cares. He also showed that same poor judgement in supporting Obama. Wonder what Obama had to promise him……..WOW – really? change????? NOT!

The fact is that Clinton's endorsements don't make the news, only Obama's do. CNN=Obama.

Why doesn't the more vocal female Clinton supporters just come out and say they support her because of her sex? Period.

Most of the more vocal "shame on you, enemy of the day" posts are from female names. Just be honest with us, and more importantly be honest with yourselves.

The issue here is that she has only won 11 states to Obama's 24 states….I don't see how there is a 50/50 even tie here. Lets wake up and move on and start fighting against Mccain.

Ps. Funny how yesterday Hillary said that she will win Ohio and Michigan tomorrow…then she corrected herself to say Ohio and Texas….this is looking really bad, because people are saying Michigan didn't count as of yet.

Everyone knows the name "Clinton" means corruption and scandle.

One reason Hillary, is not up to speed. Due, to all of the negative attacks from the Media, and others. Obama, gets all of the free rides. Just around the corner Ralph Nader, will be waiting. Obama, will not make a good president.

Another Senator who has worked with all three Senators running has endorsed Obama. It is time for the voters to send Hillary home and let the party unite itself. The strange conduct of Hillary since the debate last tuesday makes me wonder if she is bi-polar.
What is the difference between Obama wearing native dress when in Kenya and me wearing a Kelly Green tie on St. Patricks Day when I am in South Boston? Hillary's campaign is getting ridiculous.

You know, we can think what we want, but the true question is "Who will be more electable in November?"

Hillary Clinton is a brilliant legislator and politician who obviously loves this country, and wants what is best for it; Senator Obama has titanic momentum, the hearts of a lot of the voters in the U.S., and a real chance to make history in this election; I think it's time for Senator Clinton to gracefully step aside, help unite the party, and THEN be a great help to President Obama in either his cabinet or in the Senate.

It's really time to stop the infighting and come together, o.k. Senators?

Chris Dodd did so well for himself, maybe a littel of his good luck will rub off on Obama.
Hillary is the only chance we have of putting America back on the right track. I am and have always been proud to be an American–unlike some.
CNN what happened? I use to love watching, now I only get sick. MSNBC is the only place to get fair and balanced reporting.

Think people…Hillary has a plan, read it and then decide. If you can find Obama's read it too, but I do not think it exisits.

how disappointing – Obama is so obviously not ready to be a president, that everyone ( mostly these old failed politicians) who is power thirsty is endorsing him. I do not feel secure with Obama.

I think this is great, He will make a great President. Now lets focus onthe Main issues.
Be blessed

Welcome Mr. Dodd to the cult of the delusional. Resistance is futile.

If anyone knows who deserves to be commander in chief…it's Chris Dodd. Thank you Senator Dodd for supporting Obama.

Obama 08 !!!

As a former Clinton supporter, I also am voting for Obama. She is much too inconsistent to become President of the United States! One minute, she is hob-knobbing with Obama; the next minute, she is chewing him out to the fullest extent. I always thought that she was strong, which I still think she is relatively speaking; however, if she were as strong as she should be, given that she is running for President, she wouldn't let Obama get to her emotionally, and would have be more consistent in her demeanor.

Kathryn Irby
Metairie, LA

I don't like how CNN's blogs are set up. Too much delay and sometimes you might put so much thought into something that never gets posted. So I'll keep it brief since this might also not get posted.

It is NOT experience that America is seeking, it is having a person who is AFRAID of failing the American people. HRC could care less what Americans think of her. Along with her years of "experience" comes years of being desensitized. People joke about her being like a robot but in reality that is probably the case. I could care less if HRC has 35 years…35 years doing what? Scandels? Taking money from lobbyists?

He has the right to endorse whoever he wants obviously, but the part about this I support the most is where he says "both candidates should watch their tone."
Couldn't have said it better Senator!

Men have been in the power seat since the first president….and looks where we are!!!!

It's time for a different direction…..the women's perspective!!!

I respect Chris Dodd and also think he is honest. Most important is Obama’s ability to unite people but his track record proves he has sound judgment on choices. His ability in managing the strengths in the cast of people around him! Most people see the broader picture on the cast he currently has around him in endorsements’. With mentors like Ted Kennedy, John Kerry and Clair McCaskill that’s plenty I need to feel confident with Obama. I see Obama placing these characters in key Administrative positions. He could appoint Caroline Kennedy as Secretary of Education and Patrick Kennedy would be great as Secretary of Health and Human Services research their personal profiles. If he gets the nod from the likes of Al Gore, Jim Webb and Joe Biden then the deal is sealed.

Chris who? I rest my case. This endorsement means nothing.

The Dodd endorsement seems logical . . . he is a Superdelegate who's State went for Obama, and he is not "big enough" to need to hold out to be a "neutral broker".

It's a nice endorsement to have. Dodd has mostly reasonable policy positions, and is a well respected representative for his State. He's been rather heroic lately in his opposition to the wiretapping/immunities for phone companies.

I'm sure the call was "uncomfortable" . . . it's always uncomfortable to have to choose between friends. Both Clinton and Obama will need to make sure that their behavior around this endorsement is gracious. When either acts childish, it hurts the party and the country.

Whether or not Mr. Dodd's support helps Obama in the end, one thing is clear. Enough of the vile BS between those who support Clinton & those in Obama's court. If your neighbor supports "the other guy", he's dillusional or an idiot? Come on. We need to remove the current administration's policy & restore America's status/respect in the world PERIOD.

You Obama supporters are delusional! It is Obama who should step aside and let the true leader through and stop giving inspirational speeches that are just that! I'm sick of people knocking Hillary, especially the media! I have no doubt that Hillary will win both Texas and Ohio as well as Pennsylvania! WAKE UP AMERICA! It's time to do some THINKING instead of all this FEELING!.

I will vote for McCain if Obama is the nominee. And I think it is Obama and who has caused more damage to the party than Hillary as ever done.

The truth is that Hillary Clinton DOES NOT CARE what happens to the democratic party. She only cares about HER PRECIOUS EGO!

Her tactics are DESPICABLE, DEPLORABLE, OUTRAGEOUS, AND OFFENSIVE.

The thing I am waiting to see an answer to is all these people saying "You Obama followers will regret this decision, just wait". What is it that Obama is cooking up that no one except Hillary supporters are seeing?
As for the media being pro Obama, this is nothing new, whoever the front runner is always gets more press, that's just how it goes. And to say CNN is anti-Hillary is pretty funny, for a long time it was known as the Clinton News Network.
Regardless of who gets the nom, I hope people can see past their petty differences and show the support. Although with Hillary running around saying how unqualified Obama is, I don't see how she can then support him later should he get the nom. She might be shooting herself and her party in the foot.

This is such a misleading article — the headline suggesting that Clinton was party to the discomfort Dodd was feeling about telling her who he was endorsing. I am so very disappointed in CNN for their one-sided, blatant pro-Obama reporting. I have been an avid viewer of CNN since 1980 and am very distressed about the lack of fair, unbiased reporting. AND — it was Clinton who was gracious at the end of the last debate saying how "honored" she was to be sitting there with Obama. She took the high road that Dodd thinks is so very important to the Democratic party! Obama shook her hand and said NOTHING! Why don't you report that?

I think SHAME ON YOU is the new slogan for Hillary's campaign. It should be if it is not that is all I ever hear anymore.

What a cheap comment.. not a comfortable discussion. Do you expect the VP position Mr. Dodd?

Hillary'08!

I do not know when hillary is going to get the message from the American people. People want her to go away and disappeare some where, I am hopefull she will get the message after she loses in Texas, Ohio, Vermont and Rhode Island! Then we can all consentrate in beating Mccain and win election in November.

Is it not obvious by now?

Smart people for Obama. Wooo hooo!

"Shame on you CNN" "CNN censorship" "CNN is biased towards Obama" "favoritism and sexism is alive and well" "my comment is not being posted because it's pro-Hillary"

You guys crack me up!! Happy Tuesday!

Texas Democrats, Independents and Republicans for OBAMA are encouraged to go to poll in droves to support OBAMA and end the process now before an irreparable damage is done. In the same token, Ohio Democrats are strongly encouraged to go to the poll to support OBAMA for the interest of the party. Prolonging the process would be to the advantage of the Republicans. Let’s emulate Senator Dodd for his timely action—the endorsement of Obama and do the right thing now instead of prolonging the process. Let’s do it now before Democrats damage their own candidate. I hope other Democrats—the Super Delegates will follow Senator Dodd’s footsteps to end this thing right now. It’s time Democrats started throwing their unwavering support behind Senator Barack Obama so that uniting the party for the general election will start next week. Senator Clinton has done her best. But it’s time for her throw her support behind Obama for the interest of the party. I commend her for her courage and tenacity. Senator Barack Obama is a better candidate and that does not diminish Senator Clinton’s accomplishment. It is simply not her time.

Prince George

I am a great-grandmother in the Midwest and over the years I have seen a lot of presidents in the White House. I have listened carefully to both candidates and I've made a decision.
So, please, Hillary, bow out gracefully. You are hurting my beloved Democratic party and hurting the nation at a time when we need a strong, solid leader we can trust.

Hillary seems to be taking the scorched earth approach. If she can't get the nomination she'll make sure the other guy that beat her won't get the presidency, either. As is evident by the voices of her supporters here. This is probably the necessary TKO Obama talked about. He didn't go for a TKO, and now Hillary continues to scorch.

Dodd probably tried explaining it to her, and she scorched him too.

Why are all of my comments being deleted???

The only reason must be because they are pro-Hillary and Anti-Obama.

CNN . Why are you taking it personal?

My posts are not insulting or offensive. Why delete them?? This is getting tiresome and only fuels the allegations that CNN is biased towards Obama.

Also, Hillary Clinton has received a a lot of endoresments since last Tuesday, including congressman, a couple of newspapers and several army generals as well as 27 flag officers.

Why isn't this being reported by CNN but every single endorsement Obama gets makes headline.

I would respect CNN more if they just come out and endorse him already. This is beyond ridiculous and proves favoritism and sexism is alive and well. Shame on you.

Go Hillary

And I know this post will be deleted.

THREE WORDS!!! RE: DODD

"OLD BOYS CLUB!!!"

Go figure…jump on the maniac bandwagon…
Many voters seem to be mesmerized by good oratory skills, and indulge in the "instant gratification" promises of King Obama.
If he wins the democratic nomination, this democrat, and many others, will turn out at the polls and vote for McCain.
I can't take another 4-8 years of empty promises. You know what they say about "if it's too good to be true"….

"Ready on Day One"? –what about ready TODAY!

Obama is showing by his conduct in this campaign that he is ready right here and now.

let's get real.
vote Obama

I hope Texas and Ohio do not fall for Obama and his message of change. He is no different than Hillary. He says one thing and does the same thing All of them do in a tight race. Exagertate his rivals words.
Lets say he wins the nomination and the white house. Do yo really think republicans will work with him.
Not a chance. They will do whatever they can to hurt him like they did to Bill. That is what real politics is about fighting with the other party and compromising each and every day.

Do not know what all of you are so excited about – Hillary supportes are not going to support Obama!! Hillary for President.

COME ON TEXAS OHIO RHODE ISLAND VERMONT!!!!!!

WE ARE SO CLOSE!!!!!!!

GO HILLARY!!!!!!
NOW IS THE TIME!!!!!!!!!!!
VOTE THE BEST – VOTE HILLARY!!!!!!!!!!!

I have a feeling that many of these endorsements are not FOR Obama but, rather AGAINST Clinton. I am a Democrat, but will be voting for McCain in November. Bottom line: Obama is too junior and is not qualified to be President of the United States.

That's a shame. I think this is good news for Hillary if she gets the nomination. We all know Obama is ill-prepared to be President, and with all of these endorsements, Hillary can now weed out all the "idiots" from possible Cabinet slots.

Anyone endorsing Obama has no clue that he is not ready now. Those smart enough to endorse her are smart enough to get the country back on track and would be great additions to the Hilary Administration.

Go HILLARY 2008

Let me guess… "shame on you" Chris Dodd. Or did he get the sarcastic, mocking Clinton? Too bad he didn't get the "honored" Clinton. What ever happened to "I found my voice" crying Clinton?

Ah… the hypocrisy and deceit of the Clintons finally emerges.

Maybe it was none of these… maybe she just said, I don't need you Mr. Biden… and then after a minute of clapping and smiling, she realized she was talking to Dodd and not Biden.

That was the funniest…. Im not sure if she really got TX and MI mixed up, or if its just that TX is now on the "doesnt matter" list becuase they are turning against her.

Hillary campain finally won a contest in a state, STATE OF DENIAL

"….adding that it was "not a comfortable" discussion."

I'm sure that he got a mouthful of that Hillary's smear attack: "SHAME ON YOU CHRIS DODD!"

I'm sure when she lose come March 4th, Hillary will attack once again: "SHAME ON YOU AMERICA!"

Maybe thats why John Edwards hasnt endorsed Obama yet. Hillary scared him.

Go Obama

One more endorsement from John Edwards! Clinton is out!

Go Obama '08

Go Obama '08

GOOOOO HILLARY!!!

Why should she step down? There are tons of states that have not even voted yet. Is it right that the first few states get to decide the nominee without the input of states that vote later?

Why is it so horrible for Barack Obama to run for President? Obama supporters don't seem to hate Hillary, but her supporters seem filled with rage over Barack's campaign, and I just don't understand why. We expect Republicans to slam both of our candidates, but these are two, great Democrats. Why must we, as Democrats, feel compelled to hate either?

I don't doubt that Dodd's conversation with Clinton was uncomfortable.
He is finally trying to have an impact in the primaries by undercutting
Hillary's chance to change the dynamic in tonight's debate. A sneaky
thing to do. No one listened to him before. I doubt they will listen to
him now.

Yet another sign that it's time for Hillary to throw in the towel.

Dems Divided,

Obama has been winning by 20-30%, where did you get this 50%?

i can just imagine what goes on in the clinton house hold.i live in canada,been following this from day one.an i think it's time for hillary to go.

Well, of course it was not a comfortable talk. How do you say, moving on up to the East side! Dobbs didn't surprise me and CNNs biased reports don't either.

E Fabian-

The Dodd endorsement is being covered because it's Obama's first backer of presidential candidates. Same as when Romney backed McCain. Watch the news before you randomly start typing.

Dave

I don't suppose we will see the 27 endorsements of military leaders that Hillary Clinton has received….. CNN…. always fair and balanced.

Cornell West, the Black Panther Party, and Louis Farrakhan aren't fond of her either. I wonder why?

McCain WILL be preisident

IF YOU CANT MANAGE THE MONEY YOU HAVE NOW, HOW WOULD YOU MANAGE THE MONEY IN THE WHITE HOUSE?

Charles
This is what is wrong with this country now .
It is being run by "old friends".
Lets get some new blood in the White House , someone who is looking out for all Americans , not just" Old Friends".

Obama is a great speaker. He is very intelligent. But I just don’t think that he is ready to being American president. He is too young with too little experience. He needs some experience like a couple of more years of, for example, being Senator. He is too naïve about so many issues like foreign polices and domestic issues like mortgages. Literally, he does not have much foreign and domestic policy.

I really and truly believe that Obama is a promising young man. He may have a very good chance to be president in the future, not right now. This time, it is Hillary or McCain.

Charles isn't that the whole point of superdelegates based on Hilary's point of view? Dodd gets to decide who he wants to support. Was he not her friend as well when he was running against her before her in Iowa? That is the problem with politics as usual as evidenced by the Bush administration – loyalty first. I would think that after the Patty Doyle mismanagement Hilary would understand going with the person best suited for the job.

I want to know what Hillary said to make Dodd uncomfortable. That lady must be a powder keg these days.

Not every endorsement is news, but this one is. I agree though that the high number of flag officers supporting Hillary is oddly not reported on. I'm an Obama supporter but I don't understand why some stories are considered more newsworthy than others and worry about how that shapes the campaigns. That says, it is what it is and the candidates will need to keep working in this system after they're elected so they can't just be dismissed.

It's time to unite the party Democrats of America. Clinton supporters lets come together against John McCain. McCain is running on Bush's policies. We cannot stay in Iraq for 100 years. Both have been great candidates with little differences. Chris great work in trying to unite the party. Vote Democrats 08!!!

Just like many democrats who have come up to me, if Obama is the democrat nominee; my vote will go for McCain… Sorry, but I do not want to vote for another Bush-like (empty promises, and ideas without subtances)

I think Hillary would make a great Secretary of State. The position would allow her to use her greatest strength to enhance a Democratic White House.

Also, I'm tired of everyone talking about experience. NO CANDIDATE has experience in their first term. Experience comes after you've actually served as President. Also, the rhetoric about accomplishments should be toned down. Let's get real. Can anyone name any pre-presidental accomplishements of Kennedy, Johnson, Nixon, Ford, Carter, Reagan, Bush the first, Clinton, or Bush the Second. They all contributed to success in their prior roles; but by and large, their national accomplishments are few and far between.

The truth is when seeking the office of president its about integrity, ideas, personality,and willingness to serve. Nothing can prepare you for serving as President of the USA except being President.

Obama '08

It's good to see a Democrat that's not afraid of the Clintons.

Almost every time a Republican dropped out of the race, he endorsed a candidate immediately. Until today, NONE of the Democrats who dropped out had endorsed a candidate. Why?

I suspect that it's because they all prefer Obama, but they're afraid of the Clintons. They fear the fallout if Hillary ends up winning.

Well, Kucinich is actually afraid of alienating certain members of his district while he runs for re-election, so that's his excuse. But he's already made it clear in the past that he supports Obama.

Edwards' endorsement would have been extremely strong right after he dropped out, but it's weakening by the day. If he had endorsed Hillary back then, she would probably be in the lead right now. He hasn't, even when she started losing, so he clearly supports Obama. But I think he's playing a good tactical game by holding back his endorsement of Barack.

So that leaves Biden and Richardson. I hope Dodds bravery gives them the courage to speak up as well. If they all endorse Obama, he'll win for sure.

OBAMA 08

Complaining about CNN on CNN is getting old. If you hate this news organization so much, stop reading and commenting on its stories.

There is no media bias. Obama is generating positive press with a positive campaign. Hillary generates negative press with a negative campaign. It's that simple.

Hopefully Obama wins Texas and Clinton just steps aside. Otherwise I believe McCain will be the president. Not because Hillary can't be a good president, it's that Hillary is unlikely to win the nomination by beating Obama with pledged delegated and that will leave a lot of would-be democratic voters disenchanted with the democratic party, not to mention losing the new voters and independents Obama is attracting. That will be to much to overcome.

I can only guess???? the ranting and raving……………..

Dodd is such a standup guy, and it has always been apparent to me that he follows his own sense of right and wrong. Dodd rocks!!

Now, I hope Biden follows suit.

Charles, politics is about serving the greater goods rather than just your "old friends". That is exactly why so many people are not supporting the Clintons.

Where are my comments. Are my comments offensive because they don't support the Democrats agenda of electing a surrender candidate. CNN Censorship at it's best.

All the endorsements in the world are NOT going to unite this party. Despite the claims of the Obama supporters the split right now is close to 50-50 and Hillary supporters refuse to be brainwashed and strongarmed by the media into falling into line. This primary has been disgusting with hateful personal attacks on the Clintons.

Obama CANNOT win with only 50% of Democrats voting for him.

Anyone but Obama '08

Great to hear that Dodd is cautioning both campaigns to watch their tone. Bravo!

Welcome…welcome…welcome.

Obama 08″

I would love to know why the discussion was not comfortable. Maybe Hillary pulled a "SHAME ON YOU" Chris Dodd. She seems to be all out these days.

I am glad you did what you had to do. Furthermore nobody is comfortable with the clintons right now with their tone of desperation over the weekend.

No surprise here:

The Clintons are bullies.

Good to see everyone tell them to shove it.

What strikes me as more important than Dodd's endorsement, which I am rather happy about, is his call for unity. I have been concerned over the past few weeks with the tone the democrats are taking. Both Clinton and Obama supporters are at eachothers throats..this is tragic. We are all in this together. I don't like everything about Clinton, but I will support her…just like I hope Clinton supporters would do for Obama. This is no time to have the " I'm going home and taking my toys with me" attitude if our candidate does not win. We need a Dem in the White House…please people..remember that we all share similar beliefs…we must be united..as has been said beofr.."united we stand, divided we FALL"!

Another politician who doesn't have decency to stand up for their old friends. I can understand senate newcomers, but Dodd followed the path of AA community – to deny your old friends for the questionnable new benefits. Shame. I doubt though, that Dodd's endorsemnt will add anything besides his own superdelegate vote.

Why are all of my comments being deleted???

The only reason must be because they are pro-Hillary and Anti-Obama.

My posts are not insulting or offensive. Why delete them?? This is getting tiresome and only fuels the allegations that CNN is biased towards Obama.

Also, Hillary Clinton has received a a lot of endoresments since last Tuesday, including congressman, a couple of newspapers and several army generals as well as 27 flag officers.

Why isn't this being reported by CNN but every single endorsement Obama gets makes headline.

I would respect CNN more if they just come out and endorse him already. This is beyond ridiculous and proves favoritism and sexism is alive and well. Shame on you.

Go Hillary

And I know this post will be deleted.

Talk of double speak……..

Chris Dodd did the right thing in endorsing Barak Obama. Barak Obama can take America places that the Clintons can't possibly understand because the only politics they know is "dirty politics." Why don't Hillary just stop and listen as America reminds her and Bill of all the times they escaped prosecution for one thing or another. Shut up Hillary, you're a has been!!!

I bet she told him "shame on you" for not supporting me…..

Well i guess so can chalk Chris Dodd up as not mattering either, huh?

Well done Dodd ,welldone!!

It comes as no surprise that Hillary would alienate a fellow senator during a phone call… and Sen. Dodd is a well respected fellow democrat! Anyone who claims she isn't divisive should take note of how she treats her political allies. Now tell me, you think she can get anything done as president working with republicans?!

I'm sure her supporters will complain that this is just more negative coverage. Well, this is all her own making!

Vote for change and the rebuilding of America, Texas, Ohio, Vermont and Rhode Island! Then we can all make it final together in November!

Obama '08!!!

This is just getting insane. Do I look to who's endorsed my candidiate to choose who I should vote for? No. I read, watch and research who I want to vote for, it is my right. This is just all just too stupid.

Dodd's endorsement of Obama should not have been a shock to Hillary. Hillary's constant attacks is something the democrat party does not need. If Hillary doesn't drop out, hopefully she will cool down for the sake of our party.

The Clintons should just ride off into the sunset.

Dodd,
you are a pathetic coward willing to sell your soul and destroy your contry for a few minutes of "fame"
How will you sleep tonight knowing what you did?

He's not the only one uncomfortable with Clinton.

And what the heck is with Saturday Night Live and its pro-Clinton, anti-Obama programming? And can we at least acknowledge the implied racism that SNL exhibited in making fun of Obama's heritage by having a white guy (with white ears and hands) in black face makeup?

Hillary has really turned creepy lately.

I have no idea who runs their campaign, but her campaign has turned into a sad creepy "thing" that resembles something hidden in Karl Rove's closet.

Thank you Mr. Dodd. It's time to Hillary to step aside, and give Democrats a chance to win the election in November.

CNN< please show my comments for ONCE!!!!

HAHA I can imagine her…. "SHAME ON YOU CHRIS DODD"
Please Hillary you are hurting the party!!! STEP DOWN NOW!!

I can't imagine someone telling HRC 'no' and it being uncomfortable! Did she shriek? Yell at Dodd to "meet her after school" so she could beat him up? Maybe Dodd is just making all this up . . . he's probably a plant for the Media. CNN, did you pay him to endorse Obama? LOL!

Everyone is seeing the truth about Obama. People are not stupid or dumb to believe in this guy. He has a lot of foreign policy experience and more legislative experience than Hillary.

He is truly the one to beat McCain. Hillary is soo polarized and will lose the general election. Lets get Obama to win Texas and Ohio so he can focus on the general election. Hillary needs to chill. She is a mean lady who will go to any extent to win. She has really stooped low. I used to like her, not anymore, no way!

Obama '08!!