Henry Ford never graduated from primary school and, when asked why he'd been such a success in spite of such a glaring lack of education, said that there were so many experts already out there for him to hire.

Our president can't be expected to be an expert on every single area of governance (from the environment to the economy to foreign affairs) but the voters need to know that he knows how to choose excellent people.

Senator Obama has chosen excellent people to run his campaign. It has set a whole new standard in political campaign innovation and performance. It will be a model for campaigns to come and studied by political students for decades, as well.

Mrs. Clinton, on the other hand, chose not competence but loyalty, not vision but status quo, not innovation but silliness. And that's how she'd run the country, too.

Thank you, Senator Dodd, for taking a stand for Barack Obama and, in doing so, proving what so many of us have believed all along: it is a candidate's perspective that matters, not his (or her) "mastery" of minutinae.

Well as far as I can see we haven't done anything positive with any of the so called "seasoned" politicians. Being qualified does not mean you will do a good job, just look at our history. How many claimed to be qualified only to be in the mess we are in. We don't need a "politician" in Washington we need someone that cares about this country and the people.

I hope Obama keeps his cool and not let her draw him into a crazy fight over a nothing washed up candidate. She is mad so the more cool he is the madder and unpresidential she will look. Clinton games are over. Maybe next year she can give the Obamas a tour of the White House then go back to NY.
America is coming back to take her place as a country that can be loved and trusted.
Obama 08

Stop blaming the media. Unlike some of the Hillary supporters, the media:

1. have some their reseach and do consistently use "data" to guide them

2. have videotapes of these candidates. All they have to do is to back to the archives and replay those tapes, similar to what the Republican will be doing in the general election.

3. have most of the "future-related" information, as insiders to the process.

Please blame the candidates for the screw up. If a candidate cannot manage a "simple" although complex campaign process, how would she/he manage this nation? I guess this is what "experience" is all about– "how much time you spend," NOT the ability to bring people together to resolve complex issues!!! So, chill it on the media–.

usa today just did a new poll showing obama 73%,clinton 20%. primary voters nominee for o8.it's over.yes we all can.obama 08

This truly is the Emperor's New Clothes.

Terry above is just another example of people buying into the Marketing campaign by the Clintons. "Just words", "Not qualified". Please go out and do your own research instead of repeating the Clinton's campaign hype.

FACT
Obama - has more experience in elected office

The time is right for change and I think everyone is starting to realize it. Great to read the news on Dodd's endorsement of Obama.

good for dodd that old fossil . all you obama supporters why dont you go to tucc.org and visit the website of his church. take a look at some of the things taught in his church. its in black and white there people. the apple does not fall far from the tree. for all of you that think hilary clinton put out that photo, i bet it was obamas camp just looking for some sympathetic votes. just take a look at this website.

Who knows what the intent of Senator Dodd is, whether it is to join what he believes is the winning team or because he sincerely believes that Obama is the better candidate.

In either case, I welcome the endorsement and not that I am a voice anyone knows or will listen to, but per the Obama campaign focus on issues, not on personal attacks. That should be true for the Clinton campaign as well as the Democratic voters.

I have already read some sly and untoward remarks towards both candidates. Granted, the Clinton campaign is a bit more desperate and is resorting to dirty and personal tactics to get votes, but let's give the lady here due, she has been fighting the good fight for a long time

Obama 08

The way Obama has run his campaign is the best evidence that he is ready to lead. Hillary is just running her own chances.

Chris Dodd is a joke, and is likely doing this because he thinks it will help his political career. If this were John Edwards, then it might be newsworthy. Obama cannot win in November, his inexperience will be his demise as the Republicans begin the fear campaign after the Democratic convention this summer, and they begin smearing Obama and his wife for being unpatriotic and inexperienced. Not to mention Nader is once again attempting to sabotage the election, by his own admission he does not expect to win, and everybody knows he will only pull voters from Dems. This may not be a factor if Hillary is nominated and Obama is the VP.

The only one who can win in November is Hillary, you Obamaniacs should stop worshipping your idol and take a look at the facts. Obama is a one term Senator who thinks he can change the minds of Republicans by magic, or perhaps he will just give them speeches?!?! What about his notion that he can win over leaders of countries like Syria, Iran, Cuba, and N. Korea when he talks to them within his first year as President. Does he think he will erase generations of animosity towards the west? This is the definition of naive, and yet the more experienced candidate is being shunned by the media and Obama is put on this pedastool, and the people keep believing what they hear from CNN and the rest of the mainstream media who do not criticize Obama or call him on his BS, or call him a hypocrit for stealing ideas from Clinton, while they continue to smear Hillary.

WAKE UP AMERICA, Hillary will win in November and Obama cannot.

Patty,

Michelle Obama graduated with honors from Princeton. You can't even spell.

If there was affirmative action for unintelligent white people, you would certainly benefit from it.

If for some reason she wins the nomination I don't think she could kiss enough butt to win back the Obama vote.

Iglaw,
that was a very good blog that you have out. I am an Obama supporter, after reading it I felt even more at ease with my…what are they calling it, my disalussion.

I can't name one accomplishment of Senator Clinton's either. Oh wait, she voted in favour of the war in Iraq without reading the National Intelligence Estimate…oh wait, she voted in favour of possibly going to war with Iran….oh wait, she's received more lobbyist money than any other candidate running from either party…and yeah, I almost forgot - she's managed to run a campaign dirty enough to make Karl Rove proud. She's a real decider that one.

i love all the billary supporters who think that CNN is biased toward Obama. when you're losing, blame anyone and everyone. it's just that people realize she's not qualified to be president. just living with a president doesn't make you qualified. just like living with a surgeon wouldn't make you qualified to be a surgeon. don't downplay charisma. that goes probably farther than anything in the presidency. who wants a president who can't make nice with others. she surely can't. she's extremely divisive. most republicans can't stand her and half the democrats can't either. do we really need that divisiveness in the white house?

I am proud that we have gotten to this point in America. Five years ago we were no where near this point. Thank you Chris Dodd that you are helping to shape America.

Now! SHAME ON YOU HILLARY CLINTON for your Dr. Jekyl and Mr. Hyde attitude. And you think that you are ready to be president of the USA. With an attitude like this, who will vote for you? We will never know when we are safe. You shold be ashame of yourself attacking Barack background. Did you remember that your background is not that great. AFFAIRS, AFFAIRS, AFFAIRS. Should american women that are raising children teach their children this?
Then what does this do for women? What example are you setting for All women with morals and values?

I think this is big for Obama. Good choices Senator Dodd.

I would like to go off the subject of the article and add for all you people that would vote for Mr Mcain over Obama or Clintion is just dumb. You must do not care about the issues that faces america because Obama and Clintion are about the same with some minor differences. You people know that statement is true. You would not vote for Obama because he is a black man or you would not vote for Clintion because she is a woman. Either way that is wrong.

I support Obama but would clearly vote Clintion aganinst Mcain. So please vote for what is right verse what is wrong.

Again, people should think about the candidate of change that surrounds himself with the same backers and advisers he claims to be trying to change. Doesn't sound like change and folks should try reading the writing on the wall. It's not change it's a smoke screen for the Dream boy. Folks don't care that he supports NAFTA though his ads run against Hillary for being in the White House when her husband brought it about. Even CNN said last night that she didn't really support it back then, and that it was common knowledge then and now, but do you hear anything about Obama supporting NAFTA, well no of course not, what good would that do him in OHIO. Think people, this man says little about anything. His speeches are the same he gave last year..Nothing new. Ask questions of him in Ohio about NAFTA and how he supports it. Don't hold Hillary for her husbands work, just like you won't hold Obama for what Michelle says. BE fair when you decide and know the facts, don't base your vote on emotion.

it's time the hillary suppoters stop being angry,an unite the party.and join the urgency of now.lets do this together.obama o8

When the Clinton's play the race/fear card…Democratic elite's who were formerly neutral show their disapproval of Clinton's tactics by throwing their support to Obama. The Clinton's think they are above reproach…NOT SO. Thank you Chris Dodd..you may have secured a high level and cushy cabinet position.

OBAMA 08!!!

I meant to say hysterical, of course.

Saluti,

Tiziana

Why does everyone feel that we make our votes for Obama based on what a news organization says? We carefully considered the facts like any other voter. This constant howl that the media is biased is sounding like a broken record. We support Obama based on a number of factors of which we are fully aware, which is why Obama consistantly gets the higher percentage of EDUCATED voters. I'd be willing to bet those who are constantly whining are the ones who don't even do any real research about their candidates.

I like Dodd. I think him or Joe Biden would be great VPs for Obama.

Men that have issues with women. Their ego can't take it. Mr Dodd is another example. I encourage you to open your eyes and realize this has nothing to do with Mr Obama or his "limited credentials". This is a set up by the Republicans to win again. You guys must love to suffer, and that is where we will be for another 4 years if somebody doesn't get a clue. Mr Obama will not stand up for the American people, he will if it makes him look good with the Republicans. Some of you are too young to understand what all this means.

God Bless Senator Clinton.

Who is Senator Dodd?

I am very pleased to hear that Sen. Dodd will be endorsing Sen. Obama for the Presidential race. I am a Republican but this year i came to the conclusion that the best candidate in the race is Obama. He reminds us what it means to be Americans and to work together for the American dream, plus i believe that he have the best qualities among them to be president. look at his composure in responding to Clinton's attacks compared to Clinton's show of arrogance and frustration. I am also confused as to which is the real Clinton. One minute am proud the be here with Obama and the next minute shame on you Obama. Which Clinton should Americans expect if she became President. Emotional Clintin or Stiff Necked arrogant Clinton. Am sorry Mc Cain am republican but i cant support you for president. i just dont think you will make a good one. Obama this is one republican that will be voting for you. MY FELLOW AMERICANS DO NOT VOTE FOR PARTY THIS COMMING TUESDAY. VOTE FOR AMERICA VOTE OBAMA.

Yep. At least more senators will keep supporting Obama. He is the best candidate we have so far and Hillary will step down very soon.

Obama 08

It is interesting that so many people start looking at dirty laundry when their candidate of choice is losing. The bottom line is this: HRC is very bitter and believes that the american people owe her for what her husband did. The truth is, the President will need help from both sides to make things happen. O just so happens to have an easier time making that happen. No one is perfect and regardless of who runs for President, everyone will be scrutinzed. 2 things… when Billary first ran for office… in a debate he said "experience is not required to be president." Why was that okay for him? The other thing is why did HRC bring a student on stage and exploit the fact that she is burdened with student loan debt and said " I am going to do something about this type of thing" but it took Shawn Hannity to track down the student and actually help her pay off her loans and all she has to do is keep up her grades. Now, do you really think Hillary is about solutions are just talk?
Go "O"

Go Obama! He had my vote in support of landslide win in MD. I believe that he and Hillary Clinton actually have similar experience (1st lady does not count unless we are prepared to elect Angelina Jolie -also no security clearance but has visited foreign lands in an unelected position). I am so proud that a senior foreign policy expert recognizes that Obama has the judgment and wisdom to be Commander-in-Chief (and to choose the best team from all sides to help him).

Another person who ran for President and lost endorsement, big deal.

Well that's good news !!
Have you guys forgotten the clintons Rezko photo they have disowned but keep critizing obama's ties to him
that's is dumb to say the least…
if Obama wins texas i think she is done but won't quit

It would be nice if all the bloggers here would take time and research OUTSIDE of the candidates website. Do you really BELIEVE everything that's written just on THEIR WEBSITE? Holey-Moley, do you think they'd promote someone else? No. Do you think they'd list negative comments about their opponent? Yes.

Get real, educate yourself. It's just getting too nasty.

Thank God that the President doesn't run the country alone. For some reason Hillary is forgetting this. Obama may not be experienced in politics but he is with people. Hilliary only touch people during election time. She pulls out her people side like she
did at the end of the last debate. It wasn't real just a ploy thats why we haven't seen it much. Obama will have a White House full of people with old experience. What this country needs is a fresh voice in the mix. One that is not part of the good old boy system be it Dem or Rep.

She is more of a Huckabee? SHE IS BEHIND BY 2% of the delegates. You people really are so misinformed.

Patty:

The rumor that he wont put his flag over his heart for the pledge is just that, a rumor.
It was circulated in a propaganda e-mail and has been PROVEN by Newsweek to be completely false.

People who attack him for the lapel pin issue only serve to back up his reason why he didn't wear one (Not vehemently REFUSE). He says your patriotism should be reflected in action not fashion… You Patty seem to not believe that.

There has been a LOT of misconception and outright lies about Obama, from these above, to those saying he is a radical muslim… none are true.

People may call Hillary a liar… but please show me a place where they call her an un-American possible terrorist.

Please, get your "facts" straight or don't speak as though you were an authority.

That's interesting. I think Barack Obama will need to surround himself with people he trusts, who are good advisers for areas he may not be as prepared for. Like the military. So, having Chris Dodd on his side. Yeah, I'd say he's happy. Maybe we can get this discussion back to ISSUES; rather than personal attacks and focus on the media coverage. I'm just hoping we know who the two nominees are soon. Go McCain 2008!!

Patty, that is one of the most ignorant raves I've ever had a privilege of reading. You can't argue with facts, as Ronald said, there are no endorsements going her way. As for the Michelle Obama piece, I read it and she did not sound racist. She sounded like a minority that was speaking candidly about how she fit into her environment that sometimes is slow to accept different things. Do not judge someone till you walk in their shoes. You sound like the candidate you support, which is to say selfish. If you think that putting your hand over your heart, or wearing a flag lapel proves patriotism, I've got some bridges and a couple of states to sell you.

Who is this guy anyways? All your OBAMA SUPPORTING REPORTERS only report when people endorse HIM. CNN sucks. They are trying to set Obama up to be the democratic nominee so they can rip him apart when the presidential election comes around. Dont give in to these pathetic reporters, Hillary 08.

Chris Dodd always came across a gentleman , and at the endorsement did have a nice chemistry going with senator Obama , No doubt a hat of VP can be thrown in along with many others, Good bunch of talented people on the DEM side no doubt.

Clinton can thank the press for her showing. They have been against her from day one, you can just watch the news channels and in a few seconds, you know who they are for. Come November it will be a little different, I will be making my first vote for a Rep in 45 years if half pint wins.

HILLBILLY!
that's priceless

Democrats, we should be proud that we had so many great candidates this year. I personally support Obama, but will support Clinton if she wins the nomination. Even if the campaigns get sidetracked into the mud, we can't let this get nasty. Either of these candidates is preferable to John McCain.
I think Chris Dodd would have made an excellent president: He may yet be an excellent vice-president.

I agree superdelegates will have to make their own decisions.
They should not forget who helped them become a superdelegate in the first place.

Democracy is about representation. Without it, how can we criticize any dictatorship around the world?

If you are going against the will of your constituents, you'd better have more substance to show that you can lead them in addition to representing them.

Hillary will not be able to work with the Republicans even if elected–they hate her. And I dont use the word hate lightly–they may disagree with Obama and try to desrtoy him in the real election but in the end would work with him. They really hate her personally( I have seen this from republicans in all walks of life, she brings out rage in them not healty disareement) Thats why she cant be effective.

This country needs fresh thoughts in the center of the politcal scale not fundementalists from either the far right or far left.
Barack Obama is the best chance at this.

Donate to our country at barackobama.com .

Move this country forward–and restore our image around the world.
We are considered fools in Europe and the rest of the world because of this present administration. Barack can change that instantly.

my grandfather was a republican, my dad was fund raising chairman for the republican party, i have been a republican, now i am a republican for obama because this country is sick and needs new blood–not another bush/clinton in the odd house.

Now he's taking help and advice from a loser. There's incentive for you. That's like studying the military manuals of the Germans from WW2. And people want this guy?

Thank you Chris Dodd. Glad to see you endorsing the candidate that isn't the sore loser, that is Clinton. Her ruthless attacks at Obama has me thinking if she wins the nomination, I may have to vote for Nader.

I am so pleased that Chris Dodd endorsed Barak Obama. Barak is a man of integrity and integrity will carry you where experience won't! God bless you, Chris Dodd!

GO Obama 08! I am glad to see Dodd come aboard. It really shows in the wake of the Foreign policy that someone in the foreign policy chose one of the two. That has alot of weight to who is right and who is wrong. Clinton is once again smearing.

Honestly I dont see alot of favortism. Its hard to post anything GOOD about Clinton when everytime she is saying anything in front of the news its false accusations. Not once in a debate have I heard her come up with precise/exact proof of what she claims. Its just hot air. On the Contrary.. Obama came up with precise information about her to prove something about her.. and her remark?? Nothing. She didnt retaliate…. why? Because he came up with the sources and mentioned the sources.

Now she is blasting the media. If its not one person its another. She alienates everyone and causes her own negative campaign and negative articles in the paper. Obama is playing this like a professional… sure he has stated some negative stuff.. but he is staying with the facts. Everything he has said is the facts.. and She is saying and changing what she says as the campaign as went along. Ive been listening from the very begining. Hillary was first lady in my state. Ive been hearing alot about Obama since he wrote his book, and Ive been following Huckabee ex governor of our state as well on the Republican side.. all from the very begining. I read almost every day.. watched every debate etc.

I have personally seen, heard Hillary say one thing and then another. Change her stance. Obama has remained steady. She has come up with some crazy tatics against him one by one.. smearing about small things that dont even matter or concern with the issues! Obama has kept with issues for the most part. HE has kept with the facts. Everything he has said about Hillary has been true.. she has twisted his words and added words to his side. She will say and do anything to win… Ive seen her work for years. Its true!

Just my opinions and what I know. CNN has deleted and not posted some of my post so they are not bias on one side or the other as I have blasted Clinton in the past for the scandals they have been involved in. So lets see if this gets posted?

Senator Dodd is simply heeding to calls from his constituence. Connecticut voted Obama, and so shall the leaders of Connecticut. In addition, I really don't mind Hillary using up all her armo on Obama. At least the question won't be if he is tested when he proceeds to the general elections against McCane, who said resently, that he will lose. Plus, McCane doesn't know how the economy works.

Awesome!

An endorsement from Senator Dodd, who is a true professional, should FINALLY prove that Senator Obama has the confidence and approval of government leaders at the highest levels.

It's truly about time for Senator Clinton to drop out of the race, and use her talents as a legislator and politician to help elect our next president: Barack Obama.

C.W. Mannoia

i think John Edwards will be next. Bill Richardson will probably wont come out to support Obama because he has long ties with the Clintons but HE WILL not be supporting Hillary. If he was going to he would have done it before super tuesday.
change is inevitable.
OBAMA 2008

"No one cares about Chris Dodd. This is just more propaganda supported by a gender biased CNN "

RIIIIIIGGGHTTTTT

And no one cares about any of the states that caucus, or the ones that have African Americans, or the ones that have an even number of letters, or the ones that border Illinois….

I have never, ever in my life seen this much SOUR GRAPES from anyone. It is really pathetic, and completely eliminates any possibility that I would ever vote for Hillary to be so much as a PTA representative, let alone President of the USA.

Superdelegates ought to jump on the ship thay they know is sailing: that is a perrogative of theirs; so what´s the big deal, Mr. Stevens?

Hillary and McCain are getting histerical both, each on his way; so they have begun unethical attacks on Obama. They are just envious of his impressing success because he is the only candidate to offer Americans well based hope.

Obama should win both Texas (a GREAT and beautiful state) and Ohio, (I have not been to Ohio yet, but I am sure it is also beautiful) because by March, 4, voters of both states will have it clear that Hillary Clinton is a political corpse already.

As for Obama´s "inexperience"… that is exactly what makes him the most suitable candidate: he lacks know-all political experience.

Politics as usual.

Getting key endorsements form heavy hitters. He is the hope for the future of the american people and the world. Since Barack Obamas' introduction by John Kerry, to speak in his presidencial campaign refering to him as a rising star, he was not mistaken. He certainly has risen and his star has iluminated throngs of democrats of all walks of life to come out and participate in politics. He is the catalyst to amalgamate the american people. If anyone can do it, is, "Yes we can" Barck Obama.

Just another loser goes to Obama, this is all playing out like the CT senate race, all the liberals got behind Lamont and lose in the end to Liberman. Obama will lose in the general election, his theory that all Hillary's votes will go to him is so wrong, what you'll get is McCain democrats, just like Ronald Reagan. Democrats are failing to see their own demise. But then that is the DNC for you, always finding a way to lose.

GO Obama!!!
Who wants Billary in the white house? You got to be kidding! She is not capable and most of all we do NOT want her husband to have another chance to mess around with young interns! Sorry Clinton has to GO!

Give up Hillary! =)

Kudos to Sen. Dodd! He's a very courageous leader that others like him should emulate. There are many of the so-called 'superdelegates' right now who are in a state of indecision. But you know what? The worst decision to make is indecision. They need to be courageous like Sen. Chris Dodd and throw their support behind the candidate who can deliver the White House to the Democratic party's control.
Being emotionally attached to the Clintons because of past whatever relationships would definitely make the White House elusive to the Dems.

Slowly but steadily, the 'superdelegates' are rousing from the deep spells the Clintons cast on them and are making practical, and wise decisions to recapture the White House.
To the practical Democrats, it's not about Obama or Clinton. It is about recapturing the White House and that's what really matters.

Great man ! It takes courage to stand up against the Clinton machine.

Its obvious that CNN is very pro-Obama and is constantly highlighting every move Obama makes. I have to agree with the comments basically saying who cares about Chris Didd. The media has taken it upon themselves to influence voters for whatever reason. I hope the public can see through the smoke and realize that a Senator of 3 years does not have the experience to tackle the problems America is facing. Of course, Obama has great intentions but this country is in alot of trouble right now and things are only going to get worse. So we need someone like Clinton or even McCain that is prepared to be President. Ex. Obama does not have any foreign policy ideas. One aspect of being a great president and allowing America to be the superpower that we are supposed to be is how we realte to other countries. Thats one of the main reasons Bill Clinton was such a good president and times were good for America. Obama has no clue. Lets please vote with our heads and not our hearts. Lets do it for America.

Correct me if I'm wrong, but isn't Clinton down only 150 or so delegates and Obama still needs roughly 700 more to win? Given those numbers, this is far from over. Dodd's endorsement may help, but not much. All of his former supporters have long since begun supporting Obama or Clinton.

You picked the best one Mr. Dodd. You have picked the one who will lead this country with WE in mind and not like the Clintons who think of ME only….

It is telling that people are attempting to outstretch their hands in the effort to work on solutions by shaking hands and starting the process. Chris Dodd, Ted Kennedy, Maria Shriver, Oprah, are people (among others) who seem to want peace in this country, not disharmony. The only way you can get to solutions is first you need to agree that this problem or that problem is what we need to be focused on. Then you need to include everyone in the process with ideas and solutions to the problem. The President of the United States answers should be the ones that come from the people to the representatives then to the president. I think Chris Dodd endorsed Obama because he will do his best to unite this country and get it back on the right track.

I hope she lets him have it in the next debate. Hillary was against NAFTA. Hillary is not a liar as Obama calls her. It's ok for him to be negative but, not her. What is everybody afraid of with Obama? It is scary. I will write in Hillary if she is not on the ballot.

Here's a scary thought: President Obama, a man with little to no foreign policy and military experience faces a military or terrorist crisis during the first days or weeks after taking the oath of office!

Senator Dodd's support for Senator Obama underscores the promises made by Obama to all of his backers. When the time comes to pay, he will find it hard to please everyone. He will then make a lot of ennemies. His message of CHANGE will read: DON'T TAKE ME SERIOUSLY WHEN I MAKE THE PROMISES, I JUST WANT TO BE ELECTED!

John Edwards you need to join the Obamas team. I think your support now would end this mess in out party. Jonh call the Clintons and tell them this is over.
yes we can yes we can yes we can

Oh, yeah, Watson of Texas supported Obama too, he couldn't even name one accomplishment Obama has. Just because he can say words that makes people think he can do the job, that doesn't mean he is qualified. How many ordinary people can get a job that he/she is not qualified? It is okay to be a president without any qualification, this country is facing another 4 years of tragedy.

What the Clinton people have done a great job of doing is dominating the news cycle. They have made the press stop covering the big story about how she CANNOT catch obama in real elected Delegates and could only become the nominee if the Super delegates overrule the will of the voters. This is the real story because it WILL NEVER HAPPEN!!!! She has no real chance to win the nomination anymore and is just in a state of denial. She is no more than a Huckabee now and her ego and old Democrat machine refuse to accept defeat. Where is the 4th Estate??????

I think Senator Dodd's endorsement may indicate a subtle but clear rejection by the "bluebloods" of the Democratic Party of Hillary Clinton. (Kennedy, Kerry, Dodd) It would seem that they, who all would have known her pretty well after serving eight years during her husbands presidency, and more recently having served with her as a Senate collegue, have some deep reservations about her. If they did not, I think they would have just allowed the primary process to unfold. I'm not sure Dodd's endorsement will hold much sway in Ohio or Texas but maybe in the remaining contests in the NE it will help Barack Obama at least marginally. Interesting stuff these election allies and calculations. Obama-Dodd? Who has more foreign policy experience than Christopher Dodd?

Is Christopher Dodd putting in his application for vice president? If Obama cannot win Connecticut without Dodd the game is over.

Dobbs, I think it time for you to retire. we need so fresh new people
in and you out.

I have always said that the media has been bias from the onset of this campaign against Hillary. Especially Jack Cafferty. His venomous speech against her makes one wondered if a woman gave birth to him. Moreover, he had the audacity to allude to the word "old" when refering to her and walking the halls of the White House. Jack needs to get a life, and make things right with his creator before he gets to meet him.

Just like the Kennedy endorsment worked…its up to the voters not endorsments.

Go Hillary!

I live in Germany and we get enormous coverage on the U.S. primaries.
Obama is perceived in a very good light - more down to earth. Sen.
Clinton somehow lacks the credibility that Sen. Obama seems to emante. There is obviously too much focus on personal aspects
rather than the contents of their policies. But that´s the trouble with
politics and media coverage right! It´s great when all sorts of well-known people endorse whoever but what about some pragmatic coverage,
more and detailed content about what they both want and hope to achieve. When politicans get personal about their counterparts that
invariably backfires and as we´ve seen in Germany it costs them many
votes. I do hope the Democrats win the U.S. elections

Who's Dodd?

This endorsement says Mr. Dodd will have a place in the Obama government. Most politicians are afraid to go with what their heart tells them. Thas why we see them late to endorse Obama; which they should have done a long way back. Politics is a … .

If Hillary losses this campaign it will definetely go down as one of the most mismanaged campaign. Guliani might be given a benefit of no doudt for tactical miscalculations.

According to both the candidates and the pundits there is little political difference between Obama and Clinton. If that is true then my decision on whom I'll support comes down to personality. Hilary is a divider, a multi-personality person, comes with lots of baggage of her own and her huband's, and I believe has a strong vindictive nature. Obama is not perfect by any means but I'd rather see and hear him for the next 4 years than Clinton.

It is amazing to me how much the media is skewing this election process. Tactics once reserved only for Fox News have been adopted by CNN. Obama gets more than twice as much positive airtime as Clinton which to me, as an undecided, is influencing my vote. Frankly I like both candidates but am suspect when so much more attention is lavished on the "media darling". Thank goodness for the News Hour with Jim Leher. Honest reporting without all the crawls, scrawls and flippy-fly graphics.

Hilliary will best serve the USA by staying in the senate. Regardless of her intelligence, grasp on policy, she cannot lead the country as a whole. Try as she may, she does not have that character to draw people to herself. Bill Clinton had it! This is not something you inherit only from experience, intelligence etc.

Hilliary jumped to far ahead…..she has indicated to be ready be ready on day 1 as a President. She should have been ready on day 1 of her campaign. It seems she cannot manage or lead her campaign organization, leading the country will be more difficult unless she believes she will wave her 'experience' magic wand and everything will work out. She had all the favourable conditions at her advantage before the Presidential Nominee elections

Also, as a Christian of Hindu descent, I am appalled at the ignorance of so many Christian Americans painting all Muslims as bad people. Jesus would not do that, Ishmael (father of the Muslim faith) was also the son of Abraham and God did bless Ishmael. Don't forget our own Christian history of holy war 'Jihad’. If you study the book of Revelation - the enemy of the Christian faith will arise from within Christianity not from the Muslim faith.

To All Americans:

Can we please stop idolizing Obama…Wesley Clark and John Glenn supported Hillary.

The news is campaigning for this man and it is really unfair.

I am a supporter of Hillary, as I feel she has the most experience to deal with the problems we have here and on an international basis and who cares if Bill offers his advice, he was a great President. We are going to need as many intelligent and experienced people out there to get us out of the Bush/Cheney mess. Obama has experience in the US, but how much experience does he have on foreign policy issues? We need someone that can get in there and get it done!

Democrats have to unite around the Candidate the People choose and that Candidate is Obama. Hillary Supporters don't forget the Bush Administrations policies are the policies of John McCain. Both have been great candidates with little differences. Dodd is tying to unite the party. Lets support our candidate and not vote against them out of spite.

The American People 08!!!

We got what we deserved the last 8 years and it seems as though we're going to do it again. Seems strange Chris Dodd is jumping on the train now. Looks as though he waited to see which train to get on. Wonder what cabinent position he wants-or the VP. As a lifelong democrat, I guess I'll be voting for Ralph Nader.

I think at this point the Creator himself could endorse Obama, and Hillary still would insist she's the better candidate. I have my favorite–and it doesn't really matter who wins, because I'm voting Democrat either way. I'm not going to be a sore loser and vote McCain or Nader cause my candidate didn't win.

Thank you Senator Dodd!

Another Superdelegate closer to the nomination for Obama, he will pas her in the Superdelegate count soon.

Chris who???

JUST MORE MEDIA BRAINWASHING by the Obama Obsessed.

For the life of me…I just don't get it! Why so many people are obsessed with this STRANGER Obama…and that's essentially what he is…let's be honest, how many of us had even heard of him until these last months?..but yet you are willing to gamble with our country, go out on a limb with him because he can say the words HOPE, CHANGE, UNITY, etc.

In a time when our country is so plagued with problems we need some experience. Whatever you may think of the Clintons, at least we know what he had..and overall the Clinton era was favorable in the eyes of most.

Obama is "THE TWO BIRDS IN THE BUSH". It's fine to gamble sometimes BUT THIS IS NOT THE TIME WHEN SO MUCH IS AT RISK.

Kw for Hillary in Texas

to R.M.

Hillary would be best at an economics position in the Obama presidency. She could invest in cattle futures for one month and we would be back on a balanced budget by March of 2009.

Well Patty I think the country essentially doesn't agree with you. Believe me everyone else is exposed to all the negativity that you are exposed to about Obama and every candidate for that matter. The racism charges being leveled against the Obamas are just ridiculous. I think what you call racism is just another culture's view of their life in America. Something you must not be used to hearing or reading about.

Go Obama! Sen Dodd, great choice. I know Barack is talented and a leader, but no president, past or present, is perfect. Thats why they have advisers, staff. The president has the best overall leadership and judgement. Who else but Obama!

Now, Hillary people, do you actually believe the stuff you are posting? For the past few days CNN has said Hillary was leading in Texas and Ohio. Ohio by 10 points and tied in Texas. Things are just now shifting. You are so blind that you only see what you want to see, They would promote Hillary rallies if there were not so many empty seats.LOL Obama rallies have people flooded out the door.

Finally, Hillary is a fighter, intelligent, and good on her toes, i'll give her that. She is very skilled at knowing what to say and when to say it. However, please Hill supporters answer me, do you actually believe she is a leader, with judgement that is in the best interests of our country?

1. She accuses Obama of plagarizing, then plagarizes(EDWARDS/ Bill Clinton) in her sweet closing speech at the debate

2. She openly is against NAFTA, but spoke good things about it in the past. Clinton staff in the 90s signed the bill.

3. Admittedly Obama attacks BUT ON THE ISSUES, which is fair game. She makes personal dirty attacks.

4. She voted for the war.

5. Her campaign is a joke, (money problems, losing staff, changing theme)
6. She failed on healthcare in the 90s.
7. She cannot control her husband.
Where is her leadership, good judgement, integrity?
If Obama does not get the nomination, I do not want McCain. But i dont know why I should vote for her either. Clinton supporters please tell me??? I just may vote write in.

I am shocked by the women who post on this website who believe that EVERYONE is anti-woman just because they refuse to support ONE woman. While I think Senator Clinton is a very bright individual, I do not care for her uninformed Iraq vote and her universal mandate for health care. I also don't like the negative campaigning. If anything, its an insult to women that we somehow have to play men's politics as usual to win!

Great news…and for the love of all things fair and just, will Hillary supporters please stop accusing CNN of bias against Hillary Clinton!! Back when she was the front runner she was getting all the coverage. In December and January her positive stories outnumbered everyone else's 2-1. It's not CNN's fault that she's lost 11 in a row…

Why has the Demercractic Party abanded Hillary in her hour of need .THis country needs to wake up from the sexy obama rama before its too late our country ,'s reputations at stake the world is watching the decision hat we make the repulican party is laughing there heads off lets not forget thatHillary took lots of punches from the right how many of us could withstand the blows that this incredable womyn has had .The men in this country have had the controll let a woman be in charge that would be real change A WOMAN would be real change.

What was Dodd promised in return for his endorsement?!!! We shall soon see ,if Obama does become the next president, what position Dodd will be given. A lucrative one, no doubt!

Experience can matter, and does, however, look at the direction it has taken us in the last 8 years !!!!!!!! It all depends on their ulterior motives and outright thurst for money and power our elected officials possess. After money, the next and ultimate aphrodesiac is power. Just look at where the "dynamic duo", Bush/Cheney have taken us.

Dodd is smart enough to make a deal while it still makes a (albeit slight) difference. Time for John Edwards to come on board before Hillary loses Texas (or doesn't beat Obama by a landslide in Texas, which practically is the same thing).

i will be next, sometime this week, to endorse obama. my whole family loves him

Chris, the opportunist politician, strikes again. This time on the eve of a threshold debate and decisive primary election in order to give Obama an edge. If it works, and Hillary is out, then the two Mikes, the one from Alabama and the one from NYC, will benefit.

The media reports interesting things. Hillary is just not interesting and right now Obama is the Jordan of polotics. Why turn to mugsy bogues when jordan is leading in points in the game?

Senator Dodd knows which candidate is better. This was an easy decision for him to make. He also stressed electability in making his decision.

The other factor has to be Barack Obama won the Connecticut primary on Super Tuesday I (February 5th) without his support.

Dodd's presence in Rhode Island and Vermont will be a great addition during the coming week.

Glad to have you aboard, Senator. We're on our way, folks.

Wow!! Looks like that inevitable jacket Hillary was wearing in November has vanished. Her ship is sinking fast. I just hope this woman doesn't start crying again during this debate tonight. That would be an embaressment to all women if that happened again.

Who gives a rats butt about Dobbs endorsement. If hillary don't win the nomination I will vote for McCain.

Hillary 08 or McCain 08

What Ms Clinton need to do now to Win Ohio & Texas:

-Stop digging, she is in a hole

-Learn from hypnotist: the power of words to take control of the mind of another individual and determine their actions and perceptions

-Weigh Obama’s words not count them

-Compress Obama’s huge speeches and words into the smallest amount of thoughts

-Know that politics is a like a marriage as much as it is Marketing:

-She is the ‘product’ that must be bought; she must dress herself in the most attractive of cloths and describe herself in the most eloquent of words. Without publicity a terrible thing happens: nothing. — P.T. Barnum

-She is the girl to be married; she must attract the suitor, with her power of words. Words that emanate from the heart enter into the heart of another. – Midrash. If language is not correct, then what is said is not what is meant, and what ought to be done remains undone. – Confucius

Jebiwot Bischof
Zurich Switzerland

Go Obama 08 - from a concerned canadian, many of us are keeping a watchful eye on this election. We remember the false ways of the clinton's, and are hopeful that we don't see a pattern of bush, clinton, bush, clinton, bush, clinton….stop this now…break an unhealthy pattern,,,,vote barack obama….

hillary will endorse obama after March 4.

For someone pushing so-called "change" , he sure is trying to pull in many of the old guard. Just proved to me that his words are just those, words that mean little to nothing.

For the good of the Dem. Party. It is very wise that the Clintons give up for Obama. THey will be respected in doing that than otherwise!

Good job Dodd! I'm glad that he is endorsing Obama. Just goes to show that the democratic establishment is ready for the change that Obama will bring to the White House. To all the Hillary supporters: please explain how someone who has no "substance" and is "all talk" is able to gain the endorsement of most of the high level democrats? Are they all delusional as well?

Chris Dodd is a great senator. This is a worthy endorsement.

I'm not sure my thing went through–Vote for women, time for change.

Dodd's endorsement shows a weakness in the Democratic Party infrastructure. This doesn't bode well for Obama who will need the Democratic DNC and the rest of the Clinton Support come Nov.

Obama can't win as an insurgent come Nov. Primary is one thing the general election is another. Eg: Hillary could win NY easily. Obama could easlly lose NY to Mc Ain, especially if the Iraq War continues to be making progress.
W/O NY Obama can not win in Nov.

So, the Dodd endorsement doesn't bode well for the Democratic Party which will be divided not united under Obama. That's is my humble but prophetic opinion, John L Cerrato

uhh–Why is this news? Does anyone really cares?

Obama/Edwards 08 yes we are.

All the smartest people are endorsing obama. They know this man has a vision for this wonderful country of ours.

Go obama

One of the few significant endorsements left. My guess is that he would become the secretary of state.

I'm disappointed to see Sen. Dodd jump on the Obama band wagon. I thought he was more of a statesman than politician…I was wrong.

There we go! I'm loving it.

Go Obama!

I have the highest respect for Sen. Obama's service to our country. I am a registered Republican and have always voted Republican. However, I'm a firm believer in solutions than just hope. We all hope for the best, but we need to stick to reality with action. I am supporting Sen. Hillary Clinton because she has solutions and they are realistic. Also, she has the experience. We've been debunked with the Bush/Cheney Administration too long and she can restore the trust of the Oval Office. Sen. Obama, I think you would make a great president someday, but not right now. Get yourself known with the American people and I see you winning the White House in 2016. If Hillary offers you the VP spot on the ticket, please take it. A Clinton/Obama ticket would be the unbeatable dream ticket.

Remember the way we used to say"It's a great day for the race." Some one would reply"What race?" We would say"The human race."
When I look at Chris Dodd and Borak obama. I feel a great pride welling up in me.
I have always loved my country, and now even more.
All men are created equal. They might come in different colors, but they are EQUAL
GO OBAMA

AL RIGHT> this is greatttttttttt!!!!!!!

Bush united Democrats. Obama divided Democrats.

This represents the ONLY way Dodd can get in the national news…about as surprising as seeing all the Red Sox gear show up after they win the series…hop on the bandwagon, Mr. Dodd!!

I did respect Chris Dodd, but this endorsement, After the Conn. primary is a little "rank" as he wants to be Secretary of State and knows that if Clinton wins that position will go the Holbrook. Bill Clinton is in Dallas today holding six (6) early voting rallies. He has been doing this rallies and drawing about a 1,000 or more people. These rallies are held close to a early vote polling place. Not every one votes, some like me have already voted, but a good number do vote. We are have a record turnout for early voting and don't you let these so called media pundits tell you that is good for Obama. Hispanics are 35.7% and blacks are only 11.8% of the Texas population. The larger the hispanic vote, better the Clinton vote. Remember the California vote on super tuesday, the polls had Clinton losing by 13 and she wins by 10 and that is a 24 point turn around.

Oh Hillary ! We Love You !!! Weeeeeeeeee !!

I am proud of our country because of the visionary leaders like Obama, Dodd, Ted, and Kerry, etc.

this is huge for sen Obama! thanx in advance sen. Dodd

another looser added,give me a break

Obama the Puppet! That's why these people support him. Because he is going to be just a puppet of all these Washington insiders.

If Dodd really cares about America, he would be behind Hillary. He knows better, he's just sore because a woman is doing so much better than he is.

It's a shame that know he is just playing dirty politics when in reality, the future of America hangs on a string.

Hillary 2008!!!

This comment probably wont make is through but for those who say the media isn't biased, just ask yourself, when was the last time you saw anything possitive about another candidate whose name wasn't Obama.

How about Senator Clinton's endorsements, you don't hear about those.

Chris who?

Here comes another loser for obama. These have have been in politics for so long and still can't figure out the importance of a wise woman. Hillary has done so much for this country. And not many of these guys dispute her contributions for this country, and yet, oh she is a female, a woman, or what else could it be. You stand by that empty xerox machine without even realizing there are papers in it, let alone enough ink or any original work, you know… to copy from. HILLARY IS THE ONE WHO IS TESTEDAND READY.

Obama will put a lot of hardships on the American people. He does not pledge allegiance to the U.S. He has not accomplished anything while in office he did not even vote on the issues. Plus he and his wife is Racist.

I always had a deep respect for Chris Dodd when he was running for president. Not only has he been a strong leader with respect to dealing with the FISA act, he can be accredited with many programs that have helped disadvantaged children and families. This is a great endorsement for Obama, in my opinion.

Great endorsement

Good!. I hope Sen Dodd will speak out against Hillary.
She is negative and is mocking and laughing at Sen Obama which is not helping the Democratic party. Her latest angry tirades are shameful and unacceptable.

Excellent Endorsement! Chris Dodd and several very "forward-thinking" political leaders have endorsed Obama for his readiness, his vision, and his abilities. Dodd shows that Obama has the ability and leadership to form a first rate team.

Get ready… I'm sure that there are more key endorsement to come! Obama '08.

this would be a great time for john edwards to endorse obama, as well! Hillary is pathetic!

Outstanding decision and timing (with the debate tonight) by Senator Dodd.

The endorsements-flood will begin soon! GOBAMA '08!

A sign of things to come!

I love how all the Clintonistas are bad mouthing the media for being pro Obama. Another example of pot calling ketlle. Let me remind you of days past.

It's 1991, Bill Clinton is running. I have never seen such a pro candidate media in my entire life. The media got Bill elected. None of you complained back then.

And don't say it's because Hill is a woman. The truth is, this is happening because we are now aware of the Clinton family, the dirty politics they play and their unethical nature.

And finally, BILL CLINTON HAD NOTHING TO DO WITH THE ECONOMY IN THE 90's. I know, I am involved with the markets. It was the "dot com boom". Oh, that's right I forgot, Bill's VP created the internet, so, I guess you can give him credit.

Does anyone think Obama has "duped" Kennedy, Dodd and Daschle, three of the most savvy, experienced statesmen in the country?

Seems pretty clear that Obama has what it takes to convince these political veterans that he's a good bet.

Thank you Senator Dodd.

Last December, Hillary said in an interview that she will wrap up this race on Super Tuesday, February 5th. She didn't.

Next Tuesday, March 4th, she will be fighting to make a comeback and overtake Obama who is gaining momentum by the hour.

Despite his arguable lack of experience, why is Obama doing better among Democratic supporters and Independents who are not aligned with the Democratic establishment that is backing Hillary?

One clue is found in the growing number of establishment Democrats at leadership levels who are openly AGAINST Hillary. This clue ought to tell us that there is something about Hillary, despite her much touted experience, that is disqualifying her from getting the support of voters and Democratic leaders who are leaning Obama's way.

Chris Dodd is making a wise move. Where is John Edwards?

I expect Bill Richardson to endorse Hillary because he may be on a shortlist for VP if Hillary takes the nomination.

Al Gore was expected to endorse Obama two weeks ago, but because Bill Clinton, as the party's elder statesman, is out campaigning for Hillary, the party will need an independent elder to broker a deal if there is no clear winner between Obama and Hillary.

Awesome!!

Welcome aboard, Chris Dodd!

Bill Richardson, John Edwards, Joe Biden, Dennis Kucinich and Mike Gravel- your chairs are all ready and waiting

Sorry, Obama is NOT uniting this country, just because everyone wants to hitch a ride on his bandwagon. I cannot wait to see him fall from grace and show all you fools how blinded you have been. He is NOT for real and you WILL be sorry if he becomes President. Good luck, America!

I feel the largest tax increase of 860 billion dollars in history by any government ever is….. the kind of change from Obama that I can do with out.

If the shoe fits wear it! But if the Hillary Campaign was smart they'd simply show their cards put their policies on the table and stick to it instead of flipping on issues to support demographics to win the popular vote. I would like to think Americans are smarter than an average politician would give them credit for. I for one can see through the transparency of the beast! If you're a politician and you want my vote, bring some meat to the table and leave your carrots and sticks at home! Shame on all of you! Americans deserve better candidates!

Senator Dodd knows that Senator Obama has the intellect and will surround himself with the expertise to make sound foreign relations decisions. Talking about being ready on day one, Senator Obama will have an immediate impact upon the all nations in the world including North Korea, Kenya, Kosovo, Venezuela and Cuba. The Senator is a thinker, an intellectual and a doer. As you can see, he stands well above the trivial antics of Senator and President Clinton.

It is quite interesting that a number of Senators do not support the Clintons…………Kennedy/Kerry/ now Dodd……….I guess they see pie in the sky!!!! And if they do, that's better than mudslinging!!!

WoW!!!!

Congrats Mr. Obama!!!

Keep pulling them in !!

OBAMA FOR PRESIDENT!

Nice photo of two individuals without a foreign policy clue.

Chris Dodd is a man of conviction I am so proud he stepped up to the plate. It seems like the others are waiting to see what way the wind blows before they endorse anyone. shame on them

Mc cain is too old , sorry and Hilary I don't think the people want to see bill in the white house, he will be boss , he did 2 rems remenber will he steep aside
Obama is young yes but the best hope the americain people have , hopefully is race will not effect him, rmenber martin lutter king and many others

So my vote would go to Obama , but I'm canadian and what to I know about american politics, well I seen all the clinton obama debate and Mc cin with is 100 yesr on Iraq, better retrive this caus he will lose on it
it is just like vietnan, you are fithing a losing cause, retivre yes but year by year live somme but just as you would live police on the street to protect and help to rebilt the forces in that country

Obama is young with a lot to give and alot to learn but he will be great

thank you

Petty endorsement! That's what this is. I admire Sen. Dodd on his work on foreign and military affairs but you can't say that this endorement qualifies Mr Obama as being "ready". I've had enough of all these comparisons. I accept the fact that Sen Kennedy, Caroline and Maria endorsed Mr Obama but I cannot stand the fact that he's being compared to JFK and his wife to Jackie O. C'MON!!!!

Well, here's one in-the-know government official who thinks that Mr. Obama will be ready on "day one".

Sen. Barack Obama's presidential campaign has accepted $54,350 from members of a law firm that in 2006 lobbied him to introduce a tax provision for a Japanese drug company with operations in Illinois, according to public records and interviews. The government estimates the provision, which became law in December 2006, will cost the treasury $800,000.

In 2002, Sen. Hillary Rodham Clinton introduced legislation at the request of Rienzi & Sons, a Queens, N.Y., food importer, according to company president Michael Rienzi. The provision, which became law in December 2004, required the government to refund tens of thousands of dollars in duty charged on imported tomato products, Rienzi told USA TODAY.

Rienzi gave $110,000 to committees set up to support Clinton's 2000 Senate race, records show. Rienzi family members contributed an additional $52,800 to her campaigns since 2000. Michael Rienzi also said he donated to Bill Clinton's presidential foundation, but he declined to say how much.

John McCain, the likely Republican nominee, does not introduce tariff suspension bills under "a longstanding policy — no private relief bills or any bills for one person,"

By the way, congratulations on the endorsement Mr. Obama. It is a fantastic endorsement and well deserved!

Welcome to the winning team, Senator Dodd.

Obama 08

when a distiguished statesmen like senator Kennedy endorses a candidates for presidency you say the candidate is not experiened and does not qualify also good and highly competent people like Chris Tood come in to joins where do you place yourself amoung colourfull women like Caroline Kennedy and Oprah to say the guy is not patriot.Moreover if mrs.clinton wins as president who comes as vise president will in deed trouble who will stop former president Bill from playing a roll of presidency and that of vise presidency at different times depending on issues ,because he will be in the white house and has helped his wife to be president this is the experience she talking .Ther