Comments on: Lewis switches from Clinton to Obama http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/lewis-switches-from-clinton-to-obama/ All politics, all the time Mon, 21 Dec 2009 22:07:36 +0000 http://wordpress.com/ hourly 1 By: Jacob, DC http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/lewis-switches-from-clinton-to-obama/#comment-633015 Jacob, DC Thu, 28 Feb 2008 00:08:11 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/lewis-switches-from-clinton-to-obama/#comment-633015 "McCain will get my vote if Hillary is not our nominee!!!"? Is this what our party as come down to? Are Hillary supports so upset that Obama is doing well that they are willing to allow a Republican into the White House than a fellow Democrat? I think it might be time to remember that we are on the same team and that this in-house fighting shouldn't impact whoever is running in November (Hillary or Obama). Also, the fact he is African American is the only reason Lewis is changing sides? People out there really think that? Some of you really need to cover up your racism a little better than that...heaven forbid Lewis changes his mind because he believes Hillary has been doing poorly these last few weeks. Nah, he MUST of have been motivated by race. "McCain will get my vote if Hillary is not our nominee!!!"? Is this what our party as come down to? Are Hillary supports so upset that Obama is doing well that they are willing to allow a Republican into the White House than a fellow Democrat?

I think it might be time to remember that we are on the same team and that this in-house fighting shouldn't impact whoever is running in November (Hillary or Obama).

Also, the fact he is African American is the only reason Lewis is changing sides? People out there really think that? Some of you really need to cover up your racism a little better than that...heaven forbid Lewis changes his mind because he believes Hillary has been doing poorly these last few weeks. Nah, he MUST of have been motivated by race.

]]> By: Steve http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/lewis-switches-from-clinton-to-obama/#comment-633014 Steve Thu, 28 Feb 2008 00:08:08 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/lewis-switches-from-clinton-to-obama/#comment-633014 If Lewis wants to support Obama that is fine. I can not wait till Hillary drops out and the media turns on Obama.....the media tried to tarnish McCain and it backfired. The media likes to create drama and when Hillary is gone they will focus their efforts on Obama..... GO MC CAIN ! ! ! ! ! A TRUE USA PATRIOT If Lewis wants to support Obama that is fine. I can not wait till Hillary drops out and the media turns on Obama.....the media tried to tarnish McCain and it backfired. The media likes to create drama and when Hillary is gone they will focus their efforts on Obama.....

GO MC CAIN ! ! ! ! ! A TRUE USA PATRIOT

]]> By: Franky http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/lewis-switches-from-clinton-to-obama/#comment-633002 Franky Thu, 28 Feb 2008 00:06:38 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/lewis-switches-from-clinton-to-obama/#comment-633002 You know what? I don't even think I made a comment today on a topic. I don't know about you but I am tired! Don't worry, but I'll be back with a vengeance tomorrow. Talk about being lazy....... Don't worry candidates, you'll hear from me tomorrow........... You know what? I don't even think I made a comment today on a topic. I don't know about you but I am tired! Don't worry, but I'll be back with a vengeance tomorrow. Talk about being lazy.......

Don't worry candidates, you'll hear from me tomorrow...........

]]> By: Gary http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/lewis-switches-from-clinton-to-obama/#comment-632997 Gary Thu, 28 Feb 2008 00:06:01 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/lewis-switches-from-clinton-to-obama/#comment-632997 But of course it's not about race...... If John Edwards had carried Georgia I'm sure repesentative Lewis would have jumped ship to support him as well. But of course it's not about race...... If John Edwards had carried Georgia I'm sure repesentative Lewis would have jumped ship to support him as well.

]]> By: Andrew http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/lewis-switches-from-clinton-to-obama/#comment-632994 Andrew Thu, 28 Feb 2008 00:05:39 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/lewis-switches-from-clinton-to-obama/#comment-632994 Yo and clarity- I don't care if you respect his decision or not but do not bash John Lewis. What he has done for civil rights is beyond respectable. He is a civil rights champion and a true American hero. p.s.-This coming from a white male. Yo and clarity- I don't care if you respect his decision or not but do not bash John Lewis. What he has done for civil rights is beyond respectable. He is a civil rights champion and a true American hero.

p.s.-This coming from a white male.

]]> By: Ken Austin, TX http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/lewis-switches-from-clinton-to-obama/#comment-632993 Ken Austin, TX Thu, 28 Feb 2008 00:05:35 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/lewis-switches-from-clinton-to-obama/#comment-632993 Though I am glad to see Lewis support Obama, I must say that I do not like the way he was forced to do it. But then again, what choice does he have? He is in office to represent the people that voted him in, and if they are saying Obama is what they want, then he should do all what is in his power to make it happen. But then again, this is what happens when you have these unwarranted "superdelegates". If the Democratic party would truly act like a democracy and let the PEOPLE decide, then Lewis' vote would count for just one regular vote and we wouldn't be having this discussion right now. Though I am glad to see Lewis support Obama, I must say that I do not like the way he was forced to do it. But then again, what choice does he have? He is in office to represent the people that voted him in, and if they are saying Obama is what they want, then he should do all what is in his power to make it happen. But then again, this is what happens when you have these unwarranted "superdelegates". If the Democratic party would truly act like a democracy and let the PEOPLE decide, then Lewis' vote would count for just one regular vote and we wouldn't be having this discussion right now.

]]> By: SG http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/lewis-switches-from-clinton-to-obama/#comment-632991 SG Thu, 28 Feb 2008 00:05:21 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/lewis-switches-from-clinton-to-obama/#comment-632991 Way to flip-flop. Putting his finger to the wind, just makes him look bad. Way to flip-flop. Putting his finger to the wind, just makes him look bad.

]]> By: Mike http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/lewis-switches-from-clinton-to-obama/#comment-632980 Mike Thu, 28 Feb 2008 00:03:37 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/lewis-switches-from-clinton-to-obama/#comment-632980 This is America. It is perfectly alright to change your mind or opinion about something. Nobody in Hillary's camp complained or whined when she changed her mind on the war in Iraq or on NAFTA. So if it's okay for Hillary to flip-flop, then shut up about Lewis. This is America. It is perfectly alright to change your mind or opinion about something.

Nobody in Hillary's camp complained or whined when she changed her mind on the war in Iraq or on NAFTA.

So if it's okay for Hillary to flip-flop, then shut up about Lewis.

]]> By: Alice Courtney http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/lewis-switches-from-clinton-to-obama/#comment-632974 Alice Courtney Thu, 28 Feb 2008 00:03:11 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/lewis-switches-from-clinton-to-obama/#comment-632974 Tim Russet, You should be ashamed of yourself. Your bias supprised me. I thought that you had more integrity. This is the first electon in the history of the US that is going to be decided by the Media. Hillary doesn't have a chance even though she is the most qualified. 24 hour news stations have nothing to report so they interview each other and make the news themselves. You bet her up then got mad when she fought back. Shame on you all !!!! Tim Russet, You should be ashamed of yourself. Your bias supprised me. I thought that you had more integrity. This is the first electon in the history of the US that is going to be decided by the Media. Hillary doesn't have a chance even though she is the most qualified. 24 hour news stations have nothing to report so they interview each other and make the news themselves. You bet her up then got mad when she fought back. Shame on you all !!!!

]]> By: ruby http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/lewis-switches-from-clinton-to-obama/#comment-632970 ruby Thu, 28 Feb 2008 00:02:51 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/lewis-switches-from-clinton-to-obama/#comment-632970 Hillary was awesome at the debate last night, she was the smartest person in the room ... and it shows! Hillary rules! Hillary was awesome at the debate last night, she was the smartest person in the room ... and it shows! Hillary rules!

]]> By: Steve http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/lewis-switches-from-clinton-to-obama/#comment-632965 Steve Thu, 28 Feb 2008 00:02:10 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/lewis-switches-from-clinton-to-obama/#comment-632965 didn't he actually switch quite some time ago? didn't he actually switch quite some time ago?

]]> By: Mark http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/lewis-switches-from-clinton-to-obama/#comment-632963 Mark Thu, 28 Feb 2008 00:02:02 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/lewis-switches-from-clinton-to-obama/#comment-632963 Veronica - your irresponsible post suggests that Lewis switched to Obama because he was black. Maybe you should read the article. He switched to match the desires of his constituents, which many argue is the proper role for a superdelegate. If he was supporting Obama just because he's black, he wouldn't have supported Hillary in October. Please don't be stupid and ignorant and draw poor analogies. We can do better. Veronica – your irresponsible post suggests that Lewis switched to Obama because he was black. Maybe you should read the article. He switched to match the desires of his constituents, which many argue is the proper role for a superdelegate.

If he was supporting Obama just because he's black, he wouldn't have supported Hillary in October.

Please don't be stupid and ignorant and draw poor analogies. We can do better.

]]> By: Morgan http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/lewis-switches-from-clinton-to-obama/#comment-632962 Morgan Thu, 28 Feb 2008 00:01:54 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/lewis-switches-from-clinton-to-obama/#comment-632962 Jack C. just totally reversed the facts from the debate. Obama condemned LFs remarks but would not reject his support until Hillary Clinton said she rejected similar support. Did he even watch it? CNN just proved they are for Obama by trying to look like they were investigating Obama but then reversing the facts in his favor. I challenge CNN to apologize to its viewers and run the whole clip from the debate about rejecting support from Louis F. AND Jack C. and the other team members to admit they either didn't watch the debate or purposefully misrepresented the facts! Jack C. just totally reversed the facts from the debate. Obama condemned LFs remarks but would not reject his support until Hillary Clinton said she rejected similar support. Did he even watch it? CNN just proved they are for Obama by trying to look like they were investigating Obama but then reversing the facts in his favor. I challenge CNN to apologize to its viewers and run the whole clip from the debate about rejecting support from Louis F. AND Jack C. and the other team members to admit they either didn't watch the debate or purposefully misrepresented the facts!

]]> By: Amy, Kazoo http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/lewis-switches-from-clinton-to-obama/#comment-632952 Amy, Kazoo Thu, 28 Feb 2008 00:01:18 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/lewis-switches-from-clinton-to-obama/#comment-632952 I don't think it's any secret here that I'm a Clinton supporter. That said, it is my opinion that if she doesn't make significant gains (ie a single win at least) on March 4th, she needs to do the right thing and step down from the race so we can rally behind one candidate. The republicans are waiting for our single candidate like a pack of wolves, just waiting to tear them apart. They've already begun. So it's in our best interest to get behind one candidate. Sure we all have PREFERENCES. But it's been said by the candidates themselves and the pundits that the two are so similar it's hard to find differences at times aside from personality. I love what Hillary has done for the women of this country. I love that she's a fighter. But at one point or another, you have to start choosing your battles wisely. Should she fail on March 4th, I hope she can muster up the courage to do the right thing and I hope that ALL democratic supporters can come together as one unit. I don't think it's any secret here that I'm a Clinton supporter. That said, it is my opinion that if she doesn't make significant gains (ie a single win at least) on March 4th, she needs to do the right thing and step down from the race so we can rally behind one candidate. The republicans are waiting for our single candidate like a pack of wolves, just waiting to tear them apart. They've already begun. So it's in our best interest to get behind one candidate. Sure we all have PREFERENCES. But it's been said by the candidates themselves and the pundits that the two are so similar it's hard to find differences at times aside from personality. I love what Hillary has done for the women of this country. I love that she's a fighter. But at one point or another, you have to start choosing your battles wisely. Should she fail on March 4th, I hope she can muster up the courage to do the right thing and I hope that ALL democratic supporters can come together as one unit.

]]> By: Kathy http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/lewis-switches-from-clinton-to-obama/#comment-632950 Kathy Thu, 28 Feb 2008 00:01:03 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/lewis-switches-from-clinton-to-obama/#comment-632950 Lewis switches from Clinton to Obama. Georgia Rep. John Lewis, who backed Hillary Clinton in his state's Democratic presidential primary, announced Wednesday that he is switching his support to Barack Obama to reflect the will of his constituents. Why he switching, he want to get benefit from Obama, after Obama enter the white house. Lewis without any his view, only look the wind direction. Ridiculous!!!! Lewis switches from Clinton to Obama. Georgia Rep. John Lewis, who backed Hillary Clinton in his state's Democratic presidential primary, announced Wednesday that he is switching his support to Barack Obama to reflect the will of his constituents. Why he switching, he want to get benefit from Obama, after Obama enter the white house.

Lewis without any his view, only look the wind direction. Ridiculous!!!!

]]> By: Lynn in IA http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/lewis-switches-from-clinton-to-obama/#comment-632947 Lynn in IA Thu, 28 Feb 2008 00:00:53 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/lewis-switches-from-clinton-to-obama/#comment-632947 I have soooo many of these stories and posts and am soooo sick of the pettiness going on all boards. Look, our best hope is to support the Democratic ticket in November NO MATTER who is on it. Stop with the Hillary and Obama hate remarks...PLEASE! Sometimes I wonder who some of the people posting here are for...McCain??? What ever happened to "United we stand, divided we fall"? This race is not over, the people have not chosen yet, but when it is over, support needs to go to the winner. What do we have here sore losers or people who want to put an end to the Bush-like tyranny?? When he got that second term I just had the biggest feeling of dread come over me. Look at the last 7 years, do we need that to continue as Bush says it will or do we stay together to make sure the GOP stays out?! This bickering is toxic. I will support the winner between Hillary and Barack, no matter what! I want my son home, not in Iraq putting his life on the line for sake of George W. Bush. PLEASE help keep him and all our soldiers safe and bring them home! I'm begging all of you to vote for them! I have soooo many of these stories and posts and am soooo sick of the pettiness going on all boards. Look, our best hope is to support the Democratic ticket in November NO MATTER who is on it. Stop with the Hillary and Obama hate remarks...PLEASE! Sometimes I wonder who some of the people posting here are for...McCain??? What ever happened to "United we stand, divided we fall"? This race is not over, the people have not chosen yet, but when it is over, support needs to go to the winner. What do we have here sore losers or people who want to put an end to the Bush-like tyranny?? When he got that second term I just had the biggest feeling of dread come over me. Look at the last 7 years, do we need that to continue as Bush says it will or do we stay together to make sure the GOP stays out?! This bickering is toxic. I will support the winner between Hillary and Barack, no matter what! I want my son home, not in Iraq putting his life on the line for sake of George W. Bush. PLEASE help keep him and all our soldiers safe and bring them home! I'm begging all of you to vote for them!

]]> By: Asians for Hillary http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/lewis-switches-from-clinton-to-obama/#comment-632945 Asians for Hillary Thu, 28 Feb 2008 00:00:41 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/lewis-switches-from-clinton-to-obama/#comment-632945 This is getting ridiculous. Then, Kerry and Kennedy should also follow the will of their constituents and back Hillary. Why don't they do so? I can foresee the downfall of democratic party if the wave of Obama goes on. This man is going to bring disaster to the world. He totally stinks. I'm sick and tired of seeing his face. This is getting ridiculous. Then, Kerry and Kennedy should also follow the will of their constituents and back Hillary. Why don't they do so? I can foresee the downfall of democratic party if the wave of Obama goes on. This man is going to bring disaster to the world. He totally stinks. I'm sick and tired of seeing his face.

]]> By: Brad RI http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/lewis-switches-from-clinton-to-obama/#comment-632909 Brad RI Wed, 27 Feb 2008 23:57:37 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/lewis-switches-from-clinton-to-obama/#comment-632909 Personally, I think that "doing his job" would be to listen to the voice of America, or at the very least his constituants. When the will of the people shows that they want something, who are the superdels to say otherwise? Personally, I think that "doing his job" would be to listen to the voice of America, or at the very least his constituants. When the will of the people shows that they want something, who are the superdels to say otherwise?

]]> By: Drew http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/lewis-switches-from-clinton-to-obama/#comment-632901 Drew Wed, 27 Feb 2008 23:56:39 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/lewis-switches-from-clinton-to-obama/#comment-632901 Excuse me, but to those of you who are bemoaning the switch: Isn't that EXACTLY what Sen. Clinton's camp was trying to do? Target Super Delegates and try to get them to switch to her camp? Seems like what's good for one side works both ways. If a Super Delegate chooses to switch FROM Sen. Clinton's clutches, it's just another day in the world of Democratic Politics. Don't criticize Sen. Obama's side for getting more delegates. That IS what they are trying to do after all. Excuse me, but to those of you who are bemoaning the switch: Isn't that EXACTLY what Sen. Clinton's camp was trying to do? Target Super Delegates and try to get them to switch to her camp? Seems like what's good for one side works both ways. If a Super Delegate chooses to switch FROM Sen. Clinton's clutches, it's just another day in the world of Democratic Politics.

Don't criticize Sen. Obama's side for getting more delegates. That IS what they are trying to do after all.

]]> By: Sukie http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/lewis-switches-from-clinton-to-obama/#comment-632888 Sukie Wed, 27 Feb 2008 23:54:36 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/lewis-switches-from-clinton-to-obama/#comment-632888 What kind of low lifes would "switch" AFTER they have made a promise--which is what I consider an endorsement. Really cheap move, buddy. I don't care what color you are!!!!!!!!! I am sticking by Hillary, no one has shown me anything new about either her or Obama since this battle began. Even if Obama "wins" the Dem nomination, I will still write in Clinton on Oregon's May primary ballot. And in November. OBAMA WILL NEVER GET MY VOTE! BTW, Obama, your wife is NOT Jackie Kennedy! And never will be! What kind of low lifes would "switch" AFTER they have made a promise–which is what I consider an endorsement.

Really cheap move, buddy. I don't care what color you are!!!!!!!!!

I am sticking by Hillary, no one has shown me anything new about either her or Obama since this battle began.

Even if Obama "wins" the Dem nomination, I will still write in Clinton on Oregon's May primary ballot.

And in November.

OBAMA WILL NEVER GET MY VOTE!

BTW, Obama, your wife is NOT Jackie Kennedy! And never will be!

]]> By: Terry For Texas http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/lewis-switches-from-clinton-to-obama/#comment-632862 Terry For Texas Wed, 27 Feb 2008 23:51:51 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/lewis-switches-from-clinton-to-obama/#comment-632862 Great another shot fired over the bow of the SS Minnow operated by Clinton. God Speed Obama Great another shot fired over the bow of the SS Minnow operated by Clinton. God Speed Obama

]]> By: Michael Osborne http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/lewis-switches-from-clinton-to-obama/#comment-632860 Michael Osborne Wed, 27 Feb 2008 23:51:24 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/lewis-switches-from-clinton-to-obama/#comment-632860 Shame on you Mr. Lewis. With friends like you, one certainly does not need enemies. Michael Osborne Atlanta, GA Shame on you Mr. Lewis.

With friends like you, one certainly does not need enemies.

Michael Osborne
Atlanta, GA

]]> By: Jesus http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/lewis-switches-from-clinton-to-obama/#comment-632852 Jesus Wed, 27 Feb 2008 23:50:42 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/lewis-switches-from-clinton-to-obama/#comment-632852 What is it going to take for people to relize who is the most experience person to run our county? When you see how this superdelgates are changeing their minds because of special interests reminds me what great loosers they are. Edward Kennedy, a looser! who was not Robert Kennedy, nor J.F. Kennedy. Robert was a winner, J.F. Kennedy was a winner, Edward Kennedy a looser, Karry was another looser. C. Dudd another looser. A lot of this delgates are only indorseing special interests. Richardson is questionable, I just hope he doe's not turn against Hillary like Louis just did, lets see who wins the nonmenation and you see he'll votes for the winner. Seeking a high position level in Washinton. Kerry a flip up, (a looser) R. Kennedy a cry baby, (a looser) an now Mr. Louis, (a back staber, not a man of his word. ) And I could go on and on. I'm really sorry to see Hillary being tore up with far left radecals (loosers). Just because she is a female with a lot of experience. Obama with no experience, running the world is going to be a nightmare. with the media pushing for Obama to win, and making Hillary look bad, and not covering enough about Obama I can see the world go to hell, I would like to see the media tell the truth about Obama and all great experience, etc.. People are just not getting the truth in the media, people just don't know who this man really is, other then what they the media wants you to know. If you are smart, you would be voting for Hillary with some experience that could really make a change, and give american people real hope, and a really a vision, what america could be again after a Bush, Etc, bla, b,la, bla Go Hillary! Go! What is it going to take for people to relize who is the most experience person to run our county? When you see how this superdelgates are changeing their minds because of special interests reminds me what great loosers they are. Edward Kennedy, a looser! who was not Robert Kennedy, nor J.F. Kennedy. Robert was a winner, J.F. Kennedy was a winner, Edward Kennedy a looser, Karry was another looser. C. Dudd another looser. A lot of this delgates are only indorseing special interests. Richardson is questionable, I just hope he doe's not turn against Hillary like Louis just did, lets see who wins the nonmenation and you see he'll votes for the winner. Seeking a high position level in Washinton. Kerry a flip up, (a looser) R. Kennedy a cry baby, (a looser) an now Mr. Louis, (a back staber, not a man of his word. ) And I could go on and on. I'm really sorry to see Hillary being tore up with far left radecals (loosers). Just because she is a female with a lot of experience. Obama with no experience, running the world is going to be a nightmare. with the media pushing for Obama to win, and making Hillary look bad, and not covering enough about Obama I can see the world go to hell, I would like to see the media tell the truth about Obama and all great experience, etc.. People are just not getting the truth in the media, people just don't know who this man really is, other then what they the media wants you to know. If you are smart, you would be voting for Hillary with some experience that could really make a change, and give american people real hope, and a really a vision, what america could be again after a Bush, Etc, bla, b,la, bla
Go Hillary! Go!

]]> By: Perakletos http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/lewis-switches-from-clinton-to-obama/#comment-632844 Perakletos Wed, 27 Feb 2008 23:50:10 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/lewis-switches-from-clinton-to-obama/#comment-632844 It is so nice to see the congressmen listening to the people. He can over look the 3 to 1 margin Obama had over Clinton with the voters of his district. It is so nice to see the congressmen listening to the people. He can over look the 3 to 1 margin Obama had over Clinton with the voters of his district.

]]> By: Anonymous http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/lewis-switches-from-clinton-to-obama/#comment-632835 Anonymous Wed, 27 Feb 2008 23:49:06 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/lewis-switches-from-clinton-to-obama/#comment-632835 IMAGINE THAT! Lol IMAGINE THAT! Lol

]]> By: Jen http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/lewis-switches-from-clinton-to-obama/#comment-632813 Jen Wed, 27 Feb 2008 23:47:10 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/lewis-switches-from-clinton-to-obama/#comment-632813 Great, but it's sad that he's only switching because of his constituency. Georgians did their homework early on and voted for Obama based on his policies, integrity and message. As an Obama supporter I think it's great that we've got his superdelegate vote but honestly - we didn't need it. It seems like he's just putting himself in a favorable position because he sees how much support Obama has throughout the country. I hope he doesn't think there's anything political to gain from this. If he believed in the Clintons so much he should stick by them. Great, but it's sad that he's only switching because of his constituency. Georgians did their homework early on and voted for Obama based on his policies, integrity and message. As an Obama supporter I think it's great that we've got his superdelegate vote but honestly – we didn't need it. It seems like he's just putting himself in a favorable position because he sees how much support Obama has throughout the country. I hope he doesn't think there's anything political to gain from this. If he believed in the Clintons so much he should stick by them.

]]> By: Peg from Ohio http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/lewis-switches-from-clinton-to-obama/#comment-632806 Peg from Ohio Wed, 27 Feb 2008 23:46:55 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/lewis-switches-from-clinton-to-obama/#comment-632806 He saw the debate in Ohio. He saw the debate in Ohio.

]]> By: AnonymousII http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/lewis-switches-from-clinton-to-obama/#comment-632776 AnonymousII Wed, 27 Feb 2008 23:44:39 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/lewis-switches-from-clinton-to-obama/#comment-632776 Hillary lost a lot of support when she shook her finger and said , 'Shame on Your Barrack Obama." Who does she is shaking her finger at a grown man and scolding him like he is a little boy! Debate the issues and present your plans and solutions, but do not have the audacity to shake a finger. Your own campaign released the picture ofBrrack in native dress trying to use the fear factor. If Hillary gets the Florida and Michigan delegates seated and gets all their votes and some how gets the nomination, it will only prove how corrupt the Clintons are and how they will do anything to win. It will also divide the democratic party. There may even be a walk out at the convention of Obama supporters Obama 08 is the will of the people. I hope the voters in Ohio and Texas join all the others who have supported Obama and make the decision before the convention. Hillary lost a lot of support when she shook her finger and said ,
'Shame on Your Barrack Obama." Who does she is shaking her finger at a grown man and scolding him like he is a little boy!

Debate the issues and present your plans and solutions, but do not have the audacity to shake a finger. Your own campaign released the picture ofBrrack in native dress trying to use the fear factor.

If Hillary gets the Florida and Michigan delegates seated and gets all their votes and some how gets the nomination, it will only prove how corrupt the Clintons are and how they will do anything to win. It will also divide the democratic party. There may even be a walk out at the convention of Obama supporters Obama 08 is the will of the people. I hope the voters in Ohio and Texas join all the others who have supported Obama and make the decision before the convention.

]]> By: Jacob http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/lewis-switches-from-clinton-to-obama/#comment-632759 Jacob Wed, 27 Feb 2008 23:43:13 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/lewis-switches-from-clinton-to-obama/#comment-632759 Well said Wayne Well said Wayne

]]> By: Raum http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/lewis-switches-from-clinton-to-obama/#comment-632728 Raum Wed, 27 Feb 2008 23:40:42 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/lewis-switches-from-clinton-to-obama/#comment-632728 "Rats are jumping ship" is what the Clinton supporters are saying. I think he opened his eyes. Don't forget alot of these people were backing Clinton before they even got a chance to see what Obama was capable of. "Rats are jumping ship" is what the Clinton supporters are saying. I think he opened his eyes.

Don't forget alot of these people were backing Clinton before they even got a chance to see what Obama was capable of.

]]> By: Hashi http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/lewis-switches-from-clinton-to-obama/#comment-632657 Hashi Wed, 27 Feb 2008 23:34:54 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/lewis-switches-from-clinton-to-obama/#comment-632657 Good decision Lewis. Obama for President. A change we believe in! Good decision Lewis. Obama for President. A change we believe in!

]]> By: Ilse http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/lewis-switches-from-clinton-to-obama/#comment-632647 Ilse Wed, 27 Feb 2008 23:33:40 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/lewis-switches-from-clinton-to-obama/#comment-632647 Figures. Birds of a feather. So much for loyalty. Go ahead , join the movement. Is Lewis going to switch back if Hillary wins the nomination? Figures. Birds of a feather. So much for loyalty. Go ahead , join the movement. Is Lewis going to switch back if Hillary wins the nomination?

]]> By: John, VA http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/lewis-switches-from-clinton-to-obama/#comment-632639 John, VA Wed, 27 Feb 2008 23:32:56 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/lewis-switches-from-clinton-to-obama/#comment-632639 Is this purely race...I'll vote for McCain if Hillary doesn't win. This is the only option left. Is this purely race...I'll vote for McCain if Hillary doesn't win. This is the only option left.

]]> By: ANTI CLINTONS http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/lewis-switches-from-clinton-to-obama/#comment-632630 ANTI CLINTONS Wed, 27 Feb 2008 23:32:18 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/lewis-switches-from-clinton-to-obama/#comment-632630 Another one leaves the Clintons, surprise, surprise! Another one leaves the Clintons, surprise, surprise!

]]> By: Derick http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/lewis-switches-from-clinton-to-obama/#comment-632627 Derick Wed, 27 Feb 2008 23:32:09 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/lewis-switches-from-clinton-to-obama/#comment-632627 Hillary is the best candidate but I'm just about ready to support Obama fully. March 4 is the deadline. All we can do is watch and wait. Hillary is the best candidate but I'm just about ready to support Obama fully. March 4 is the deadline.

All we can do is watch and wait.

]]> By: John http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/lewis-switches-from-clinton-to-obama/#comment-632612 John Wed, 27 Feb 2008 23:31:00 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/lewis-switches-from-clinton-to-obama/#comment-632612 It does not surprise me that Hillary did not know the meaning of "denounced". He husband did not know the meaning of "is". It does not surprise me that Hillary did not know the meaning of "denounced". He husband did not know the meaning of "is".

]]> By: Emily http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/lewis-switches-from-clinton-to-obama/#comment-632582 Emily Wed, 27 Feb 2008 23:28:08 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/lewis-switches-from-clinton-to-obama/#comment-632582 Rep. Lewis, Where were you when "we" really needed your support? Obama has done extremely well without your endorsement! SHAME ON YOU! Now that the FAT LADY is starting to sing......you're jumping ship! That's what you get for casting your vote toooooo soon... PS...Does this have anything to do with you keeping you seat in GA? Rep. Lewis,
Where were you when "we" really needed your support? Obama has done extremely well without your endorsement! SHAME ON YOU! Now that the FAT LADY is starting to sing......you're jumping ship! That's what you get for casting your vote toooooo soon...

PS...Does this have anything to do with you keeping you seat in GA?

]]> By: David D. (Silicon Valley) http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/lewis-switches-from-clinton-to-obama/#comment-632567 David D. (Silicon Valley) Wed, 27 Feb 2008 23:27:08 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/lewis-switches-from-clinton-to-obama/#comment-632567 People voted for you, you have to represent their wishes, that is the right way to do. keep your job secure! People voted for you, you have to represent their wishes, that is the right way to do. keep your job secure!

]]> By: Mark http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/lewis-switches-from-clinton-to-obama/#comment-631923 Mark Wed, 27 Feb 2008 22:28:03 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/lewis-switches-from-clinton-to-obama/#comment-631923 Guys, are you sure you are real democrats?? Why insult Rep. Lewis because he supports Obama and not Sen. Dodd who also announced his endorsement? Frankly, shame on you! This is about the highest interest of our country, not a matter of persons or skin color. Guys, are you sure you are real democrats??
Why insult Rep. Lewis because he supports Obama and not Sen. Dodd who also announced his endorsement?
Frankly, shame on you!
This is about the highest interest of our country, not a matter of persons or skin color.

]]> By: Stephina http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/lewis-switches-from-clinton-to-obama/#comment-631926 Stephina Wed, 27 Feb 2008 22:27:57 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/lewis-switches-from-clinton-to-obama/#comment-631926 So much for loyalty. In the end, that is why the Democrats will loose the election. What I see is absolutely no loyalty to the Clinton's by the party or by African American voters whom they always helped. Enjoy the fun while it lasts because come November, the fantasy of Obama becoming President will end. McCain will win in 2008 and that it is reality. So much for loyalty. In the end, that is why the Democrats will loose the election. What I see is absolutely no loyalty to the Clinton's by the party or by African American voters whom they always helped.

Enjoy the fun while it lasts because come November, the fantasy of Obama becoming President will end.

McCain will win in 2008 and that it is reality.

]]> By: VOTE OBAMA HE IS REAL http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/lewis-switches-from-clinton-to-obama/#comment-631918 VOTE OBAMA HE IS REAL Wed, 27 Feb 2008 22:27:22 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/lewis-switches-from-clinton-to-obama/#comment-631918 OBAMA is a REAL person! Hilary supporters must be blind!! OBAMA is a REAL person! Hilary supporters must be blind!!

]]> By: Oshiro http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/lewis-switches-from-clinton-to-obama/#comment-631905 Oshiro Wed, 27 Feb 2008 22:25:51 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/lewis-switches-from-clinton-to-obama/#comment-631905 Barack Obama's books "Dreams from My Father" and "The Audacity of Hope" are worth reading. It's great to see a candidate like him, regardless of his skin color. It is beneficial to truly know what each candidate is for and about rather than get caught up in racial issues period because when you really get down to it--taxes, health care, war...--we all are in it together. Barack Obama's books "Dreams from My Father" and "The Audacity of Hope" are worth reading. It's great to see a candidate like him, regardless of his skin color. It is beneficial to truly know what each candidate is for and about rather than get caught up in racial issues period because when you really get down to it–taxes, health care, war...–we all are in it together.

]]> By: Joel http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/lewis-switches-from-clinton-to-obama/#comment-631899 Joel Wed, 27 Feb 2008 22:25:17 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/lewis-switches-from-clinton-to-obama/#comment-631899 I am Hillary supporter. Those switchers can not stand on their own foot. Believe me, if Hillary is not win, a lot of people I know will back to McCain. All of them are educated, independent and known use their own brain. I am Hillary supporter. Those switchers can not stand on their own foot. Believe me, if Hillary is not win, a lot of people I know will back to McCain. All of them are educated, independent and known use their own brain.

]]> By: JT in Dallas http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/lewis-switches-from-clinton-to-obama/#comment-631897 JT in Dallas Wed, 27 Feb 2008 22:25:06 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/lewis-switches-from-clinton-to-obama/#comment-631897 Obama's resume is thin -- and that's obvious when supporters have to talk about his record at law school, a strategy appropriate for first-year job seekers but scarcely for presidential candidates. His eight-year career in the Illinois Senate is lackluster, marred by voting "present" 129 times, thereby avoiding the difficult choice of "yes" or "no" on proposed legislation. Shame on the media. In terms of grace, proposed programs, energy and enthusiasm, knowledge and abilities, and executive demeanor, Hillary Clinton can hold her own among any of the candidates in both parties… Obama's resume is thin - and that's obvious when supporters have to talk about his record at law school, a strategy appropriate for first-year job seekers but scarcely for presidential candidates. His eight-year career in the Illinois Senate is lackluster, marred by voting "present" 129 times, thereby avoiding the difficult choice of "yes" or "no" on proposed legislation.
Shame on the media. In terms of grace, proposed programs, energy and enthusiasm, knowledge and abilities, and executive demeanor, Hillary Clinton can hold her own among any of the candidates in both parties…

]]> By: Eli http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/lewis-switches-from-clinton-to-obama/#comment-631892 Eli Wed, 27 Feb 2008 22:24:52 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/lewis-switches-from-clinton-to-obama/#comment-631892 Why would you not think he would go over to Obama, look at the make up of his county. Hillary Clinton is the right person for this job but that does not seem to matter in this case. I will be voting for the first time in my life for a REPUBLICAN. My grandfather probably will roll over in his grave but he would do the same thing. Why would you not think he would go over to Obama, look at the make up of his county. Hillary Clinton is the right person for this job but that does not seem to matter in this case. I will be voting for the first time in my life for a REPUBLICAN. My grandfather probably will roll over in his grave but he would do the same thing.

]]> By: Ms.D in Austin http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/lewis-switches-from-clinton-to-obama/#comment-631878 Ms.D in Austin Wed, 27 Feb 2008 22:23:33 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/lewis-switches-from-clinton-to-obama/#comment-631878 Thank you Repres. Lewis for your endorsement! Repres. Lewis' support for Senator Obama is very meaningful on many different levels. Personally, I appreciate careful considerations to look beyond race, gender and even personal relationships. Repres. Lewis has always been known to be someone who speaks and stands strong to his personal convictions while appreciating the struggles of a previous generation and certainly looking towards the future. I applaud Repres. Lewis for listening to his electorate and being willing to change his mind. Thank you! Thank you Repres. Lewis for your endorsement! Repres. Lewis' support for Senator Obama is very meaningful on many different levels. Personally, I appreciate careful considerations to look beyond race, gender and even personal relationships. Repres. Lewis has always been known to be someone who speaks and stands strong to his personal convictions while appreciating the struggles of a previous generation and certainly looking towards the future. I applaud Repres. Lewis for listening to his electorate and being willing to change his mind. Thank you!

]]> By: Crystal in CA http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/lewis-switches-from-clinton-to-obama/#comment-631854 Crystal in CA Wed, 27 Feb 2008 22:20:39 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/lewis-switches-from-clinton-to-obama/#comment-631854 While I am an Obama supporter, I see this endorsement from John as him looking out for his own political future as well as wanting to be on the right side of history if/when Obama get the nomination. Politicians are almost all the same. They don't do anything for free. Obama 08' While I am an Obama supporter, I see this endorsement from John as him looking out for his own political future as well as wanting to be on the right side of history if/when Obama get the nomination.

Politicians are almost all the same. They don't do anything for free.

Obama 08'

]]> By: Pam http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/lewis-switches-from-clinton-to-obama/#comment-631852 Pam Wed, 27 Feb 2008 22:20:28 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/lewis-switches-from-clinton-to-obama/#comment-631852 The corporate giants are not posting my comments. They have a problem with what Thomas Jefferson said. Did not like that I said that they were controling outcomes in elections and going to war. The corporate giants are not posting my comments. They have a problem with what Thomas Jefferson said. Did not like that I said that they were controling outcomes in elections and going to war.

]]> By: Brandy http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/lewis-switches-from-clinton-to-obama/#comment-631848 Brandy Wed, 27 Feb 2008 22:19:46 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/lewis-switches-from-clinton-to-obama/#comment-631848 Yes we can! We can change the old system and we can get rid of hillary and slick willie in one smashing defeat next Tuesday. Why would anyone want Hillary and Slick Willie as co-vice presidents? American citizens deserve better. Yes we can!

We can change the old system and we can get rid of hillary and slick willie in one smashing defeat next Tuesday.

Why would anyone want Hillary and Slick Willie as co-vice presidents? American citizens deserve better.

]]> By: The one http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/lewis-switches-from-clinton-to-obama/#comment-631844 The one Wed, 27 Feb 2008 22:19:13 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/lewis-switches-from-clinton-to-obama/#comment-631844 I don't understand bringing race into this discussion. Obama carried Rep. Lewis district by a wide margin. It would be grossly undemocratic for Rep. Lewis to still support HRC while the people that put him in office voted for Obama. Wake up people!!!! I don't understand bringing race into this discussion. Obama carried Rep. Lewis district by a wide margin. It would be grossly undemocratic for Rep. Lewis to still support HRC while the people that put him in office voted for Obama.
Wake up people!!!!

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