February 28, 2008
Posted: 05:09 PM ET
Sens. Obama and Clinton greet the audience before last weeks CNN debate.
Sens. Obama and Clinton greet the audience before last weeks CNN debate.

(CNN) – Democratic presidential candidates Hillary Clinton and Barack Obama are in a tight race in Texas, according to a “poll of polls” calculated by CNN on Thursday.

An average of three polls of likely Democratic voters has Sen. Barack Obama at 48 percent and Sen. Hillary Clinton at 45 percent. Seven percent were unsure.

The average also shows Sen. John McCain, the presumptive GOP nominee, holding a nearly 20-point lead over former Arkansas Gov. Mike Huckabee among likely Republican primary voters. McCain has 53 percent to Huckabee's 34 percent, and Texas Rep. Ron Paul has 9 percent. Four percent were unsure.

Texas voters will be joined by those in Ohio, Vermont and Rhode Island when they head to the polls on March 4. With Obama surging into the lead on 11 straight wins since Super Tuesday, Clinton's supporters admit that she must do well in Texas and Ohio if she is continue to battle for the nomination.

CNN's Texas poll of polls results were calculated using three surveys: a Belo/Public Strategies poll conducted February 24-25, an American Research Group poll conducted February 23-24, and a CNN/Opinion Research Corporation poll conducted February 22-24.

Earlier, an American Research Group poll of likely Democratic voters on February 13-14 showed Obama ahead, 48-42, with 10 percent undecided. A CNN poll taken between February 14-17 showed Clinton ahead, 50-48.

–CNN.com Senior Political Producer Scott Anderson

Filed under: Barack Obama • CNN Polls • Hillary Clinton


Marla K.   February 28th, 2008 7:24 pm ET

I see a certain element of the media finally identified a Latino and a black who would support it's efforts to convince Latinos that they have a beef with African Americans …..the 'great divide' it has worked for weeks to verify (create). I guess we will be watching these two persons all the way to Tuesday. What happened to media remaining neutral???

j Clark   February 28th, 2008 7:22 pm ET

Sen Clinton is very afraid of competition. If she wasn't, why is she trying to cheat and get Michigan and Florida's delegates seated?

California Girl   February 28th, 2008 7:22 pm ET

Let's GO Obama - Our next President of the United States.

June   February 28th, 2008 7:21 pm ET

I listen to the new today and Alelfa Callejo stated that the only thing Obama has against him was that he is black. She is a great supporter of Clinton and Hispanic votes. When Clinton was asked about it she stated people could say what they want and she has no control. But later said that she would denounce and reject Callejo statement, but you notice she did not denounce or reject Callejo herself as Clinton knows she needs the Hispanic votes no matter what they say. But Hillary did not let Obama get away with that in debate, he not only had to denounce but reject his supporter.

Jimmy O   February 28th, 2008 7:21 pm ET

Google "Clinton convicts" and see the results, that is the legacy of the Clintons from the 90s. Why should people with this kind of rap sheet want to rule us? America deserves better, vote to reject the Clinton THIRD TERM proposition.

The Clintons have so much baggage and can never win a general election in the country again. There is so much Clinton fatigue, Democrats wake up. The republicans will tear apart her phoney "35 years of experience". She is not in the White House and she is having meltdown, after meltdown.. God save America from the Clintons. Sleak Bill and Hill back in the WH, not going to happen.

Anonymous   February 28th, 2008 7:21 pm ET

What is this "experience" that everyone speaks of? Do you think George Washington had experience to be president, or Abraham Lincoln, who only spent one term in congress? Both of which were great presidents.

It was her husband that was president, not her. It would have been illegal for her to be in the room for any of those major decisions. The only thing that she really took head on while first lady was healthcare, and she accomplished nothing because she didn't want to budge on what she wanted. It was a failed attempt.

I think it's been proven by now that America needs a change. Over the course of the last 20 years we've had Bush-Clinton-Bush and now you tell me that we should elect another Clinton, that will accomplish nothing.

Besides all that, I think it's been proven that just because you're the relative of a president and you may understand the office, it does not mean that you'll make a good president. Just look at H.W Bush and W. Bush. Do we really want more of that?

Glenn   February 28th, 2008 7:20 pm ET

Tuesday will not end this unless One..Hilliary wins in all four states by double digits or two Obama wins either Ohio or Tex. I believe our only chance at the white house is Obama. Clinton is just not a leader or motivator. She has proved from her other attempts that she can't deliver on her promises. Time will tell if Obama can.

Dylan   February 28th, 2008 7:20 pm ET

Go Hillary go. bit Obama in Tx and OH

flickwilkerson   February 28th, 2008 7:19 pm ET

That is a lot of sentimental gushing from Mad in Texas. You and your son served in Army. Good for you, I'm sure your country is proud. But what bearing does that have on whether or not Obama is fool? Your appeal to emotions fools no one, least of all Obama voters who are already sick of that kind of deceptive rhetoric and will not be swayed one bit by it.

Janel, St. Paul, MN   February 28th, 2008 7:19 pm ET

I'm supposing the bulk of the $36 million raised came from the new not-for-profit organization in California that doesn't have the dollar limits that regular campaigns do. How sad!!

Obama is not a "fool," but an articulate, honest, clear thinking visionary who will lead our nation in a way we can be proud of.

Keep the faith. Clinton will not survive this campaign.

Carrie PA   February 28th, 2008 7:17 pm ET

To the people of TX, OH, RI, and VT, please vote for Obama. Let's end the Bush and Clinton Monarchy!

Giselle   February 28th, 2008 7:16 pm ET

Hillary is the worst candidate I've ever heard. Her supporters have been brain-washed, especially gullible women who are promised a fools' paradise. Big mistake!
Not my vote Hill.

Allison Marie   February 28th, 2008 7:13 pm ET

GO HILLARY……..GO HILLARY………..GO HILLARY………….GO HILLARY
WE LOVE YOU……………WE WANT YOU………..HILLARY, HILLARY HILLARY GO GO GO!

Mary   February 28th, 2008 7:13 pm ET

Texas, Ohio, Vermont and Rhode Island. Get out and vote for Hillary!! Take your family, friends and neighbors, every vote does count. Obama looks worse each day as the truth about him starts to come out. November will be too late. We are in very tough times and Obama is just too darn scary.

VOTE ON TH 4TH FOR HILLARY!

floydfix   February 28th, 2008 7:13 pm ET

just wait too pa, just like texas, new toll road, and beating down industry, we have more lumber here then god has name. and more oil for the next 100 years protect the enviorment yes. but the the jobs it will create, be awesome.agree or disagree. the past 20 years are YOUR 'RE goverment at it best lol!

matt   February 28th, 2008 7:12 pm ET

An article just came out not too long ago today by the Philadelphia Inquirer and it states, "Senator Obama once in 2003 and twice before that effectively voted for infanticide. He voted to allow doctors to deny medically appropriate treatment or, worse yet, actively kill a completely delivered living baby. Infanticide - I wonder if he'll add this to the list of changes in his next victory speech and if the crowd will roar: "Yes, we can." - Please vote for Hillary Clinton!

Cali guy   February 28th, 2008 7:11 pm ET

To P, Obummers full name wasn't what I stated as the issue. I don't care what his full name is. I don't elect any candidate on that basis. What I did point out and you seemed to miss, was his and the Democratic party's (whcih I belonged to untill just last year then changed to Independent so you know just what I am) lack of trust in the American people to be able to see as I did that it didn't matter what his name is and called to question that judgement on his part.

MD   February 28th, 2008 7:11 pm ET

I like Hillary; however, I love Obama. He has conducted himself like a leader. In this crucial period of our history, we need somebody like him to lead us. Effective management and leadership are about choosing the right individuals for support. This is particularly evident in how he runs his campaign. If he selects a good vice president (which I believe he will) it will make-up for his lack of experience.

Hiliaria   February 28th, 2008 7:10 pm ET

Obama supporters,

How can you follow such a fool? He can't even answer a question. During the debates, his only response is,'Yes, I agree with Hillary." He is so naive, that maybe we should send him down to Pakistan to fight next with Prince Henry. Or better yet, he should buy Jackos Neverland and leave there… This way his followers can and vist him and enjoy NEVERLAND….

Damon   February 28th, 2008 7:08 pm ET

Go HillarY we are with you….

From Southern California   February 28th, 2008 7:08 pm ET

Has anyone seen that Senator Clinton has put forth a program to help children from poverty with a 12 year program?? I know it isn't well publicized - but just wait - Obama will come out with something soon……..he is fabulous at playing 'follow the leader'

Vote for a leader - Senator Hillary Rodham Clinton!

Think Critically   February 28th, 2008 7:07 pm ET

Looks like Hillary has adopted the Ron Paul blogger-attack, eh? Every grandmother seems to be on the internet today.

Too late. She loses.

Barney, Long Island   February 28th, 2008 7:07 pm ET

Hi Mad in Texas: I am also an Army vet who served in Vietnam and the Persian Gulf and you are right on target!!…But remember look at Obama's following; super liberals and cowardly liberal youths. They would be burning their draft cards today if there still was a draft. These kids are so anti-war and don't have the guts to fight for their country, but rather sit on the freedom the military provides for them. I know you are very proud of your son and I too am equally proud of him and all the other men and women serving our country. These liberals and the Obama followers should be supporting our troops, not talking retreat without victory. I only hope these supporters wake up before the election or will be doomed as a nation. Best of luck to you and your family. GOD BLESS AMERICA

barry setk   February 28th, 2008 7:07 pm ET

Does anyone really think ,that all these independent voters will vote for obama in the fall?Give me a break!!!!
These people who say ,i cant decide between obama or Mc Cain are nuts!!!!Dems and Republicans are like night and day!!Pick one and stick with it.I cant stand Independent voters, How could you not ,be able to pick a candidate who best fits your values?If you want liberal judges vote for a Dem,If you want conservative judges vote for a republican!! Very easy not hard.
If you cant believe in a certain party,and be loyal to the message and agenda of that party.STAY HOME PLEASE!!Well i think ill run out and vote for Obama,because i hate Hillary.Then vote for McCain in the fall!You all suck!!And dont even understand what it means to be a Dem or a Republican!I wonder if Independents , have a hard time deciding who to sleep with,A MAN OR A WOMAN?or what to eat MEAT OR VEGGIES?Its not like the 2 parties have alot in common, when it comes to the issues.For christ sake pick one!

Bob   February 28th, 2008 7:06 pm ET

@Mad in Texas, I have respect for your service to the country but you forget the point, there was "NO" al quida in Iraq before US invaded it, US with its only utter stupidity created a haven for al quida there and only Obama had the brains to oppose it. That war has done US more damage (in every respect, loss of lives, finacial damage, loss of credibility, empowering US enemies) then what the terrorist could have ever dreamt of, so wake up, if any one is a fool its the onces who decided to invade Iraq, saddam must be laughing in his grave.

Jim, AL   February 28th, 2008 7:06 pm ET

People the question was if the war was over and we leave Iraq, and Al Quaeda comes back—it was a hypothetical question, with Al Quaeda leaving Iraq. Obama knew Al Quaeda is in Iraq.

Wow.

Teresa in Kansas   February 28th, 2008 7:06 pm ET

It's a good thing the Kennedy, Johnson, and Nixon didn't have a Vietnamese name.

OBAMA '08   February 28th, 2008 7:05 pm ET

OBAMA in '08
he is the best candidate for AMerica - all of us
He has integrity and and is thougtful
HE does not / has not had everything handed to him
Hillary is a whiner,
America would elect a woman - i think - just not this woman

kathy in ohio   February 28th, 2008 7:05 pm ET

Ohioians cant wait till tuesday and i cant wait for Hillary to pull ahead
in the remaining states Go Hillary

She's a victim!   February 28th, 2008 7:04 pm ET

Why do you guys even solicit comments? It's obvious you'll only print a tiny fraction of the pro-Obama comments, in favor of printing nonsensical vitriole in favor of CNN's favorite candidate…

Jerrold in TX   February 28th, 2008 7:04 pm ET

What are the folks for Obama basing their decision on since he has NO real accomplisments except that he is a good speaker. He has no plans and we have yet to see any action. Plus Hillary has been raked over the coals by the media and we all noticed how Obama was looking for Hillary during the last debate to answer the Russian foreign policy question 1st as he had no idea of what to say or what foreign policy is… It is more than meeting with foreign leaders and letting them bask in your charm. Get real Obama. Hillary is a real fighter with a long list of accomplishments.

L B   February 28th, 2008 7:04 pm ET

What experience did Bill Clinton who was a draft dodger, fled to Canada so that everyone else's son could die in Viet Nam while he perserved himself so that he could become the President. How dare you criticize Sen Obama. Sen Clinton during her first lady days was mean to the American women and now she want our vote. I DON"T THINK SO. Next President Sen Obama

OBAMA '08   February 28th, 2008 7:03 pm ET

Barack Obama is wise and has integrity. You can tell he is a thoughtful person. Hillary on the other hand - is used to everything being handed to her and when going gets rough - she whines. That is all I have heard her do is whine, whine, whine. I truly can not see her standing up as the Democratic nominee and winning. I think America would vote for a female - just not this female - she is too hung up on just one thing - healthcare. THat is her baby - I'm afraid every other problem would go to the wayside - just as it appears that Bush has a one track mind about IRaq - and his information was wrong. ONly focusing on one thing is wrong.
Barack Obama would but be great for AMerica - all of us !!

GO OBAMA!!

Mike J   February 28th, 2008 7:03 pm ET

Close races are wins for Obama no matter the outcome. Hillary has to win all the remaining primaries with 60% of the vote, just to close the delegate gap.

She'll be lucky to win any at all, and she definately won't win any on Tues with 60% of the vote, if she wins any at all.

Marie   February 28th, 2008 7:03 pm ET

This race is far from over. Hillary WILL win Texas. And it will be time for Obama to get out of this race. He had divided the Democrat party, yet he thinks he will unite Democrats and Republicans! GET REAL!
He will not win a General Election. He needs to concede so Hillary Clinton can try and WIN the Presidency. If Obama is the nominee, the Republicans WILL win the Presidency, and that is a guarantee. Anyone in doubt needs to go back and look at voters in a GENERAL ELECTION across the entire United States! Obama needs to get out of the race.

Joseph   February 28th, 2008 7:02 pm ET

I do not expect Obama to win in Texas and Ohio….McCain is attacking him daily and bringing up serious drawbacks and cocnerns about Obama….Clinton on the other hand is putting forth her poverty and children programs….Even President Bush atatcked Obama at his news conference….Obama's campaign is in for a shock on March 4th.
Clinton wins in Ohio, Texas and Rhode Island.

Sasha   February 28th, 2008 7:02 pm ET

Kent,

HILARY= 35 years, no results

We can go on like this all day, but I think it is going to be more productive if we unite!

Susan Elizabeth, MA   February 28th, 2008 7:01 pm ET

Hillary= all words, no action, no time for the little states, no integrity, more scandals

KVS   February 28th, 2008 7:01 pm ET

Well, I'm currently serving in the US military and have been for over 20 years and I am voting for Obama. Don't confused that there is some sort of pride in dying in a unjustified war that will lead to us just pulling out in the end or having to continue to spend billions of dollars to keep our troops away from their families for years to come. I would hope that anyone who served in Vietnam or Korea would understand as the watch their brothers in arms die for what ended up being a waste. I know we need to have some sort of conflict to justify increased military spending, but this is not a good justification. Wake up out of your slumber, we need to worry about the economic WWIII that is going to be waged by the countries we depend on for oil (Saudi, Venezuela) and everything else ( China). We can't come together as a nation to become stronger, remember the saying "Divide and conquer"? The main reason why Obama is the best candidate for this day and this time is because he is willing to unite Americans and not just the right or left.

Rebecca, CA   February 28th, 2008 6:59 pm ET

Hey Hillary–Got Honesty?

Where is the WH china?

Sasha   February 28th, 2008 6:59 pm ET

MJB,

First of all, he has a beautiful name! He is not the kind of person to have shame!

deb   February 28th, 2008 6:59 pm ET

I think hillary should stop useing bill in her election, he is putting a damper on her election, whats going to be his title first lady if she elected? anyhow i think obama, has a better chance too win, i will vote for him this country needs new young blood . go obama

Don't Mess with Texas   February 28th, 2008 6:59 pm ET

WHO 'S THIS "MAD IN TEXAS"

Texas is Ready for Change, Texas with the Grace of God many of whom support Obama. Remember the Texas Two Step

I will be out on I-20 and Cooper Praying for a change join me a the poll and vote for Obama

Ken in Denver   February 28th, 2008 6:58 pm ET

It's already over for Hill-Bill…just a mote in the public eye. I just hope Obama doesn't feel pressured to offer VP to her.

Ronald Jeebs, KS   February 28th, 2008 6:58 pm ET

Well this vote is going to be easy–I'll try to vote for decency and honesty. That leaves Hillary out, but maybe Obama or McCain.

Kevin   February 28th, 2008 6:58 pm ET

Remember the MOVIE "The Distinguished Gentleman" a conman played by Eddie Murphy?? Seems eerily similiar to whats happening in our presidential race!!

Angela   February 28th, 2008 6:58 pm ET

It is said communication is 93% non-verbal. If one mutes the sound on the debates and observes Hillary's body language from the beginning debates to present, it is evident she does not have the intestinal endurance for this kind of blood sport. What would happen if she got into the White House and had to cope with the pressures of people from an opposing political party, foreign hostile countries, the U.S. Economy, etc. Bet on the long distance runner…not a sprinter.

San   February 28th, 2008 6:56 pm ET

This is very simply!!!Obama is 100% LOGIC!!He is as smart as it gets for a true president!!He is very dedicated to issues that matters to every single american!!,and oh yes he is extremely professional!!OBAMA '08!!!

Vincent Ruzi   February 28th, 2008 6:54 pm ET

These polls are all cnn tainted. Hillary is going to win it all. Expereince counts . Would you rather go flying with a person who has three flight lessons or 300 its a no brainer. Well except if you are that old ugly balding negative idiot JACK CAFFERTY what a scumbag

Vinnie SoCal

gene   February 28th, 2008 6:54 pm ET

I am viewing you right now and your reporters and Cafferty are clowns. You skip theTexas l polls and go to your "crap' that Clintons are losing the national pools. You think that for one moment ,believe that the republicains are going to bend their knee down and say " tell us oh bgreat Obama how do you want us to surrender on "choice for women", Gun control which Obama supports, Justices to the court, your got to be "kidding". Cafferty, an idiot that has made me think to vote republican for the first time in my 81 one years of life. Cafferty has to be brain damaged to talk the way he does. Please go back to the Cafferty file, this poor man has "Lost it".

LMR in Mo.   February 28th, 2008 6:53 pm ET

Jack Cafferty, Do you know it's getting ugly out there? CNN is so biased against Hillary and you are the ugliest of all. Keep your male totosterone out of your mouth.

Sean   February 28th, 2008 6:53 pm ET

Whay are you only reporting positive news for the Obama campaign (superdelegates switching to Obama) why are you not reporting the
superdeletage that has switched to Clinton in Texas ? Take
a read on the Houston Chronicle website today !

I am now convinced that CNN is biased in favor of Obama !

floydfix   February 28th, 2008 6:52 pm ET

no matter who steps forth on those steps in dc we have, to stand with that person,no one is perfect. but 20 million of us ,can change america.GIT IT DONE! UNTIED OR FALL.

Dave   February 28th, 2008 6:52 pm ET

McCain will win in November if Hillary is the candidate. Bottom line is that most voters are simply tired of the Bush/Clinton dynasties.

Most independents will vote McCain just for a change.

VIRGINIA   February 28th, 2008 6:51 pm ET

Pls dont be swayed by rhetorics. Do a little research and decide.
You have everything on your fingertips like google. Please do it so you wont regret.
I would like to share this:

Century 10 Quatrain 78 says

"A soldier of fortune with twisted tongue
will come to the sanctuary of the gods,
He will open the door to heretics
and raise up the Church to militant."

lm   February 28th, 2008 6:51 pm ET

Obama… we simply looking at a man with a sharp tongue that will only lead us to disaster.
Republicans want Obama to win… he will be easily debated and torn to shreads. I think there is more to this man we do not know about.
Everyone knows Clinton……….. she has nothing to hide while no one I know knew Obama's name till this election started.
People are not demanding enough answers from him.
Why did he stop talking to the press for the next week?
Sounds like he just wanted to keep his mouth shut till the primary election next week because it would hurt his votes.

yemiray   February 28th, 2008 6:51 pm ET

CLINTON= All husband's work and record and lots of wrong costly decisions
OBAMA= A real change we can believe in, and a leader connected to the heartbeat of american people

Jackie   February 28th, 2008 6:49 pm ET

CNN called the race in Wisconsin with only about 3% of the vote in. Say no to polls, pundits and those that choose to manipulate or make the news before they report it.

I live in Texas….I always lie to pollsters. Best to leave them baffled and enjoy the surprise.

Kareem Talib   February 28th, 2008 6:48 pm ET

Mr Texas, al queda is everywhere, whoooo …No serious, the Iraqi people need to stand up for themselves as a country as a nation of people. You know they need someone like Barrack go over there to rally them up and get them to take back their counrty from the terrorist. They need a little motivation and stimulation just as the economy does.

Carolee in Seattle   February 28th, 2008 6:48 pm ET

I just want to say that I am behind you 100% Hillary. You can do it. It's time America woke up and realized NO for BHO and YES YES for Hillary. GO HILLARY

Sasha   February 28th, 2008 6:46 pm ET

If Hilary loses it is because of her negative campaining and her angry supporters! Listen, anger and hatred is not the answer! Does anyone see what is going on here? This is incredibly damaging and disgraceful. I am an independent and strong supporter fo anyone who will get the job done. I have obsessed over these primaries for months, constantly reading each of the candidates senate pages and campaign pages! One morning, it finally registered! Hilary has been serving this country for 35 years right? what changes has she made? She has gone along with the status quo for decades to achieve her personal goals! She voted for this war, voted present on plenty of issues, voted for horrible bills that benefit big business (ie., insurance companies)! Please tell me specifically what she has done to change the the tactics of the republicans? I am eager to hear the answer, because I have failed to find such evidence in my long night sof reading the issues……………… SHE IS WASHINGTON! I want something different!

Gregory   February 28th, 2008 6:46 pm ET

To Mad in Texas,

Maybe 9/11 wouldn't have happened if your fellow Texan hadn't stolen and election then immediately went on a 3 month vacation. What President goes on vacation within his first six months on the job. What if he had been diligent and on point and actually read intelligence reports about the threat of terrorists using planes against the US. Did you say he's a racist? Are you serious? His mother is white, he was raised by white grandparents……….. get a life.

Knowone, not even you, could do as much damage as Bush has in the last seven years.

How could anyone think Hillary is a good option for running this country. She can't run a campaign with a consistent theme.

Thank you for your years of service to this country as well as your families, but please keep your ignorance confined to your home.

Barack '08

dem08   February 28th, 2008 6:43 pm ET

WOO-HOO TEXAS AND OHIO WILL VOTE FOR HILLARY !

GO HILLARY!

WE WILL DELIVER A VICTORY FOR HILLARY ON TUESDAY !

I CAN PROUDLY SAY THAT I DONATED TO THE 35 MILLION DOLLARS CAMPAIGN CONTRIBUTION IN FEB. AND WILL CONTINUE EVERY WEEK! THANK YOU ALL AND KEEP DONATING TO HILLARY'S CAMPAIGN. SHE NEEDS US MORE THAN EVER, JUST LIKE WE NEED HER MORE THAN EVER.

Dave Froyalde/Washington   February 28th, 2008 6:43 pm ET

My fellow Hillary Clinton supporters let us ignore the polls. The polling business is being conducted with their own biases. As I watched the past two democratic debates, Senator Obama failed to convince me that he is ready to be the next president of the United States. Most of his answers to the questions were just enhancments of Hillary Clintons answers.

Kareem Talib   February 28th, 2008 6:42 pm ET

The more people see of this women the less people seem to like her. How ugly can she make this race get? Is she still a democrat? Did anybody check? She might as well join McCain and Bush in all their attacks and side with that old dying or deadpart of Washington and all its lobbiest THIS IS THE PAST VS THE FUTURE …When you go apply for a job yes the younger generation is perferred over experience..

CNN Bias   February 28th, 2008 6:41 pm ET

Go Hillary!

READ ON   February 28th, 2008 6:41 pm ET

Billary's supporters seem upset, specially when they write the same things over and over again in capital letters. Weknow that Hillary was going to use whatever she can to get to whatever she wants. Her offensive tactics, similar to those of the far right… yes, compare those and you will see she is not much different from Rush and his followers……
interesting I find it.

F   February 28th, 2008 6:41 pm ET

The momentum is on Obama's side. Texas will be her graveyard.

Sonya, NJ   February 28th, 2008 6:41 pm ET

Nobody is completely honest, but Hillary will be dishonest from day one. She will blame everybody, as you have already seen, and she will have temper tantrums, when she doesn't get her way. She is too unstable for me, and I will never vote for her.

America,
The people voting for Hillary don't care about honesty or integriy, but it reflects every decision you make. George Bush supporters did not care about intelligence, and look where that has gotten us.

I don't care who you vote for as long as it is not Hillary. If you do, it will be a continuation of the lies, scandals and misdeeds. The only difference is, we have to focus on the war, not Hillary's drama.

Aaron   February 28th, 2008 6:39 pm ET

You can look at Hillary and clearly see the woman is backed up in one of two ways or both. Either she's not getting any or needs more fiber.

rich   February 28th, 2008 6:39 pm ET

Hillary is toast..plain and simple. I dont believe she will be able to win in Texas and Ohio by any margin necessary to give her the lead or catch up with Obama.

lm   February 28th, 2008 6:38 pm ET

Obama opposed Illinois' Born Alive Infant Protection Act, which made it unlawful to kill a child once it was already out of the womb.

tony   February 28th, 2008 6:37 pm ET

people need to wake up and see HILLARY must get the nod or the US
is in bigger trouble if obama get's to the white house…VOTE HILLARY

Sasha   February 28th, 2008 6:36 pm ET

Mad in Texas,

I feel for you and your son! Plenty of people are complainging, so get your head out of the sand:-)

Retta Crawford St Louis   February 28th, 2008 6:35 pm ET

SHOW ME TEXAS FOR HILLARY 08…Get your friends to the polls and OHIO you can do it to!!!!I agree Ann Richard woukld be Campaigning her Heart for Hillary and she was a trailblazer who we all miss and love so dearly. Do it for Ann !!!!HillaryClinton.com Join Us today and call all the states that haven't voted yet. Go to your caucus and be that speciall delegate from your home state.

HillaryClinton.com Join,Volunteer and contribute to HISTORY……….

Sasha   February 28th, 2008 6:35 pm ET

BL-NYC,

First of all, Barack has done more for his state than you give hime credit! Are you a Illinois rseident? No, I did not think so……….. What has Hilary done for your state? Besides buy an enormous house in Westchester and skipping around NY claiming to have Jewish heritage! Oh, do not let me forgot, she sported a Yankees cap a couple of times………….give me a break! Look at his senate page, READ! Now , I understand that some bloggers like yourself refrain from the disclipline, but I encourage you to read and look at all of the bills he has fought for while in the senate and at the state level (which he was in for many years). I am so tired of Hilary supporters going negative! What will these do for the party? It will allow John McCain to become president! Democrats make me sick!

RCM   February 28th, 2008 6:35 pm ET

Here we go again. Clinton starts to take a lead and people start to wake up and the media takes over claiming Obama the winner! I'm sick of these polls… if we get Obama will Oprah be his running mate? I simply can't believe that we are selecting inexperince over an intelligent, hardworking, devoted woman. Oh, I get it…. it's because she's a woman.

Robert (currently) from CT   February 28th, 2008 6:33 pm ET

As a Texas native, I agree with Tony from MD. I support Obama, respect McCain, and am really bummed out by the idea of Billary back in charge. I just think her divisive and negative approach will further divide our country. That would be bad for America whether I agree with her specific policies or not.

For what little it is worth, I will say that in hometown of Austin, my democratic and republican family/friends are enthusiastic about Obama. Most of them are planning on caucusing for the first time ever because they feel that strongly about it.

CG   February 28th, 2008 6:33 pm ET

Even if people talk they will be tired with there fear when obama will keep wining in ohio and texas.am sure obama will win as the poll statistics keeps telling us.i will vote for obama and if clinton wins then i will vote republicans for mc cain.Am a latino and i bet you obama is famous and liked by most young and white colar latinos.i will vote for obama till last minute.OBAMA GO AND OBAMA FOR LATINOS

denise   February 28th, 2008 6:31 pm ET

Oh my god I don't believe what I am reading….Are the people finally seeing through the hype and seeing a Big Obama nothing ? I knew America would eventually cut through all the ticker tape parade crap and start asking for numbers on paper. I think that the closer we get to the primaries, the more people will want solid explanations of Obama's issues…guess what ? They aren't there. GO HILLARY

Dan   February 28th, 2008 6:31 pm ET

Sylvia, you're only ashamed of your country just now? Where have you been for the last 8 years?

Phyllis, Dallas TX   February 28th, 2008 6:30 pm ET

Tuesday can't get hear fast enough. I ready for these 3 states to vote. I getting really tired of the whole thing.

But since Hillary thinks the job of president is owed to her, we will probably be watching this thing go thru to June.

HONOR ANN RICHARDS   February 28th, 2008 6:30 pm ET

I Know what Ann Richards would be saying and campaigning for HILLARY so Honor her and Vote Hillary 08..Join HillaryClinton.com call friends and take them with you to the polls.
TEXAS IT"S BIGGER AND BETTER SO SHOW ME HILLARY 08……..

A CANUCK   February 28th, 2008 6:30 pm ET

Good for you Texas!!! Make it happen. I wish I was American so I could vote…… but I did buy a tee shirt that says OBAMA 2008 !!!!

Ado   February 28th, 2008 6:29 pm ET

at some point democrats need to stop fighting each other.

remy white   February 28th, 2008 6:29 pm ET

i wonder if cnn will post this……….just a few short days ago cnn had hillary dead and burried,what happened….polls show hillary ahead in rhode islan,ohio and a virtual tie in texas,however a poll out today, latino decisions show hillary with a large lead among latino voters,just remember guys,vote twice in texas,primary daytime caucus at night,vote hillary clinto 08,hillary clinton stands for strength,experience obama?uncertainty.

Joel   February 28th, 2008 6:28 pm ET

Who can trust Hillary who will say everything to get a vote.

Every single day she makes all kinds of eronious promises and expect people to be gullible to swallow her crap. Hillary needs to understand the voters, well except for the Latinos, are not as gullible as she thinks.

Get real Hillary, you cannot in a million years deliver on your stupid promises.

RITA from TEXAS   February 28th, 2008 6:28 pm ET

WE Hispanics are sick and tired of the phony CLINTONS and their lies. THEY have just used us and discarded us when WE are inconvenient. HILLARY fired her HISPANIC campaign manager and we wont forget that insult to ALL us HISPANICS.. VOTE BARACK OBAMA 08

josiAah   February 28th, 2008 6:26 pm ET

wake up people how can people say obama can't win and yet he just flushed clinton 11 straight win ,i wonder when pple say obama is not popular,then he happens that he won 11 straight states.maybe they dont know how to read ,it means yaeh he obama won 11 straight states and guess what obama is liked by all races unlike clinton who is depending on latino votes,if she want to win she should remember tx is not only for latinos but all other races,so obama is popular in all races including the latinos.am from houston and have latino pals and they are for obama.Guess what obama haters will shut there mouth come march 4th,as thery have been shut before in the 11 straight states.Dont hate obama,join him and OBAMA FOR 2008.GO OBAMA GO! WE ALL BEHIND YOU,OBAMA MANIA

gregg45   February 28th, 2008 6:25 pm ET

hate is a very strong word,, with that said,,, i do not know you, but i love everyone until they hurt me or my family or friends,,,, just a thought to get that negative out of you..

Priscilla   February 28th, 2008 6:25 pm ET

Go Barak Oama! YES WE CAN!!!

phillip   February 28th, 2008 6:22 pm ET

lets remember one thing folks hiliary doesnt have to just win in ohio, and tx but she has to win by a large margin and i dont see that happening (maybe in ohio) the dems are not like the repub meaning winner takes all the delegates so even if she wins obama will still get enough or maybe even more delegates thus winning even if he looses tx and ohio. the obama movement is tooo strong the country is ready for change and he is the man for the job !! hiliary cant bring independents, republicans to the polls to vote dem in nov but he has already proven he can and will. for the past 24 yrs their has been a bush or a clinton in office enough is enough after march 4th what are hiliary supporters going to say then its ok hiliary pull a huckabee and we will end up with mccain in the white house and i will be deployed to iraq again THANKS WANT TO JOIN ME WHEN I GET ON THE PLANE … I DIDNT THINK SO

frank   February 28th, 2008 6:21 pm ET

this is typical cnn there is a poll out today called insiders advantage.. has hillary beating obama in texas 49-45. but we dont here about that the media only shows the ones obama ahead in.

Jason   February 28th, 2008 6:20 pm ET

Obama is the punch no one seen coming. McCain need to have a good record in the ring. Because Obama has a good jab and a deadly upper cut. Honestly, Hillary knows for a fact. She still feel the effects. So McCain put up your dukes or get knocked out.

kathy   February 28th, 2008 6:20 pm ET

Lord help us if Obama wins. Why is it every time some news report on Obama comes out the media covers it up? Now if it's Hillary they run it in the ground. At lest Hillary uses her full name , she's not hiding anything , Lord knows she couldn't if she wanted to. Hillary we are behide you all the way.

Druv   February 28th, 2008 6:19 pm ET

Goodbye Clintons!! You dragged the party so far to the right that you (i) enacted NAFTA; (ii) killed any chance of health care reform in the 90's (and now you want another bite!!!); (iii) signed Welfare Reform (with the broken promise to "fix it: later and (iv) bill, hillary and the rest of the party allowed W to march into war. Triangulation did not serve the party or the people of this country well, and now Hillary's attacks (the farrakhan crap, the picture of the African garb that was first admittedly sent by the campaing then denied, the total disdain for large swaths of this country that handed Obama 11 victories in a row, the cynical pledge to undermine the people's voices by seating delegates in states where you pledged not to run and not to count, and the feeble hope that the the corporate insiders will hand you the nomination). You have kicked around this country long enough, we are a democracy, not an oligarchy, don;'t let the door hit you on the way out . . .

SPH   February 28th, 2008 6:18 pm ET

Hillary supporters need to take off their blinders and realize that half the country hates her. That is not the type of figure we need as a president.

SHnd   February 28th, 2008 6:16 pm ET

You are the rep of Obama`s fans

Rationale   February 28th, 2008 6:16 pm ET

TO OBAMA SUPPORTERS

MAKE SURE YOU BRING AT LEAST 3 FRIENDS TO THIS MOVEMENT, CONVINCE A SIBLING, A PARENT, GRAND PARENT, COUSINS OR A FRIEND
I WON'T TELL YOU HOW MANY PEOPLE I HAVE BROUGHT TO THIS MOVEMENT OF CHANGE AND I INTEND TO BRING TWICE OR EVEN MORE THAN I HAVE DONE.

DO NOT JUST LOOK AT GOOD POLICIES BECAUSE SOME PEOPLE ARE LYING AROUND, THEY'LL TELL YOU ANYTHHING TO GET YOUR VOTE AND ONCE THEY ARE IN POWER THEY LOSE THEIR MEMORY.

VOTE FOR SOMEONE THAT HAS CARED FOR PEOPLE, VOTE FOR SOMEONE THAT WILL OWE YOU, NOT THE LOBBYISTS IN WASHINGTON. SOMETIMES POLITICIANS TAKE THE PEOPLE AS DUMMIES THEY USE PEOLE TO GET IN POWER IN ORDER TO SERVE THE ELITE. WE NEED A GOVERNMENT THAT CARES FOR US NOT FOR OUR VOTES A GOVERNMENT WHO'LL DO EVERYTHING THEY 'RE SAYING THEY WILL DO.

WE NEED A PRESIDENT THAT HAVE RESPECT FOR OUR CHILDREN ESPECIALLY THEIR LIVES, A PRESIDENT WHO WILL NOT GIVE HIS OR HER VOTE TO AUTHORIZE UNJUST WARS WHERE THEIR CHILDREN ARE STAYING HOME, ENJOYING PARTIES AND OTHER THINGS AS OURS ARE GIVING AWAY THEIR LIVES. PEOPLE PLEASE WAKE UP TELL ME WHICH ONE OF THESE CANDIDATES OR LAST PRESIDENTS BUT MCCAIN THAT HAS HAD A CHILD AT THE COMBAT FIELD……………THEY CARE FOR THEIR CHILDREN BUT NOT FOR YOURS…….EXPERIENCE??????? IF YOU ARE LOOKING FOR EXPERIENCE IT WILL GET YOU TO A POINT YOU'LL BE CRYING ALL OF YOUR TEARS. YOU DO NOT NEED JUST EXPERIENCE

Krishna   February 28th, 2008 6:15 pm ET

I look forward to Obama running against McCain, and winning the office of president. Hilary is smart, but her plans were drawn up for New York, not the U.S. How can she have a plan or program for all of our problems - and who did them. When would she have time. And, everything doesn't fall into a plan - you have to be able to think on your feet. I don't want a president who is always barking - every time I hear her I want to turn the station.

Arizona Latinos For Hillary!   February 28th, 2008 6:15 pm ET

Hillary Clinton IS the Real Solution. I've met both her and Bill, she is smart, friendly, genuinely caring and personable. When she says she is not afraid to roll up her sleeves and work for the people, she means it. She is driven by America and has a true love for this country and the shape it is in now. People ask what she has done. One of the things she focused on in the 1990's was The Family Act, and without her driving force behind the Family Act, I would now be out of a job. Because Hillary Clinton cares, millions are still working and more will go to work when she takes office. Obama is just another Jimmy Carter in the making. I hope Texas, Ohio, Vermont and Pennsylvania will give Hillary Clinton a chance. Arizona did!

Mad in Texas   February 28th, 2008 6:14 pm ET

People of TEXAS, OHIO, RHODE ISLAND, VERMONT, we need to get off the fence and stop this ignorant nonsense. OBAMA is a fool. Take it from someone who spent 28 years in the Army infantry. The Nam, Desert Storm Veteran. I have a Son who is a Infantry Battalion Commander in Iraq today on his third tour. He and his men are not complaining. There are Al Quida there. And have been in Iran and Iraq all along. They are most all over the country now because of our neglect to go after them after 911. Do not be fooled by a glib talking man who along with his wife are racist. Have you ever looked closely at his news pictures when he is looking at white people's backs. It is pure hatred coming out. Don't fall into a slumber like we did in World War II. World War III is upon us and we need to be prepared. We do need bases in Iraq and we need plenty of troops there. If you want another 911 then vote for this man who knows nothing about running this country. Then pray for your wiv es and children. VOTE HILLARY or McCain if you have to, but keep this man out of the White House.

CNN   February 28th, 2008 6:14 pm ET

We only believe CNN`S Poll result !!!!!!!!!!!!1

Dan Peters   February 28th, 2008 6:14 pm ET

Hillary was not running the white house or was she? What experience……give us a break.

Sara, MA   February 28th, 2008 6:13 pm ET

Hillary's momentum is growing, AND she's doing it while the media acts like she's already out. She's a fighter. She's in it to win. Let's get together and bring victories for Hillary in TX, OH, RI, VT!

Sara, MA   February 28th, 2008 6:13 pm ET

Hillary's momentum is growing, AND she's doing it while the media acts like she's already out. She's a fighter. She's in it to win. Let's get together and bring victories for Hillary in TX, Oh, RI, CT!

Paul   February 28th, 2008 6:12 pm ET

Ok. Lets end the crucifiction of Hillary, TX and OH. Vote for Obama. Same basic Democratic principles, on with an honest candidate, who knows the value of disarming adversaries with a smile and a laugh, not by be-raiding, or chiding them. I am tired of partisan politics, and dynasty. Put me out of my misery, and end both Hilary's and our suffering. Ultimately if you vote for Hilary, and this continues the democratic party looses too. To Recap: 1) end Hilary's suffering 2)end Dynasty and Partisan politics 3) save us from John McCain. Yes YOU can. Vote For Barack Obama.

ann   February 28th, 2008 6:11 pm ET

I believe the citizens of Texas and Ohio are free thinkers and will not follow the media-led cult to the "cheerleader". Hillary in '08!

Francie   February 28th, 2008 6:11 pm ET

In the end, Hillary will prevail. Texas, Ohio, Rhode Island and Vermont, it's up to you to put the Best, the Brightest and the strongest as our front runner against the Republican nominee, which is Hillary. Only Hillary can defeat McCain. Obama will be nailed to the cross by the Republican machine and lose to McCain. Don't be fooled by mirrored speeches that Obama brings to the table. Obama wasn't even around when Martin Luther King, Ceasar Chavez, etc. to mirror their speeches or "Yes you can" phrase.

Hillary's the Right person and the Only person to become our next President!

SS   February 28th, 2008 6:07 pm ET

Clinton wants to be "crowned" the President because she has decided that she wants it. What is her experience that she keeps talking about. Is the spouse of the CEO of a company the logical choice to be the next CEO? The incompetence of her campaign shows she has no leadership skills. Obama has shown that he can motivate people and unite them to a common goal. It does not matter what the trivial details are of all these "programs" as there will have to be negotiations and compromises to get a solution that works for all stakeholders. Thats what OBAMA has shown he is good at. What is the point of sending in Clinton who will insult and try to ridicule anyone who does not agree with her…..that is why these things have not beeen accomplished on previous attempts.

Alice   February 28th, 2008 6:07 pm ET

I don't trust poll. I believe Hillary will win.

Thank you CNN, finally give Hillary some coverage. I was wondering if all CNN peope were have rally for Obama last two weeks.

MD Democrat   February 28th, 2008 6:07 pm ET

HILLARY IS THE ONLY CANDIDATE THAT WILL GET MY VOTE!

Contrary to what many are led to believe, there are a lot of black people voting for Hillary.

sue   February 28th, 2008 6:07 pm ET

So now we have Bill Clinton, Hillary Clinton, McCain and now even President Bush knocking/challenging whatever Obama says. What does this tell us? The Republicans must think that McCain has a better chance to win if he runs against Hillary. Competing against Obama would be more difficult. And Hillary and Bill don't want to share any of their income tax records until after the votes have been counted on Tuesday–makes you wonder what they are hiding!

David   February 28th, 2008 6:07 pm ET

If Hillary is so experienced why can't she get her taxes pulled together and reveal them to the voters before they have to vote? Why did she run out of money and need to lend herself $5 Mil? Why did she have to reorganize her campaign staff mid-season? Why has she had to change "who she is" 97 times during this process?

Everything I'm seeing in her "actions" tells me that she's not "ready" on day one. She says she is willing to "answer the phone at 3am and "work the nighshift." She appears to be more of a "micro-manager" than Obama. She feels she has to do everything herself. Obama is a leader who will inspire his staff and the people of this country to do great things and move us forward.

Tee   February 28th, 2008 6:06 pm ET

Why do people say..Hillary is dishonest??? She will be Served and not Serve?? She is tit and tat…Where did you learn this from? Just agreeing with BO huh? Just agreeing with the haters who write untrue Facts on her huh?

Why not actually, stop listening to speeches, and do the actual work of researching information of each candidate?

Even Obama knows Hillary is way Qualified than him.

Why don't you search the archives for CNN or youtube and search: Obama will not run in 2008 due to lack of experience.

Jaena from Boston   February 28th, 2008 6:05 pm ET

She thought NH and SC would be the firewall. Then super Tuesday was the firewall. Then she said "Meet me in Texas" and "Meet me in Ohio." I think she will win if she stops inviting him to these states and just campaign. The man seems to win everything he has touched lately. If you don't win TX and OH, please don't say meet me to PA. It hasn't worked before…..and probably won't work in the future.

Who am I kidding, lose OH or TX….its over.

Mark   February 28th, 2008 6:03 pm ET

Folks -
Let's stick to the basics. If we're looking for greater transparency in Washington, please ask Mrs. Clinton to release her tax returns, her husbands White House papers, and truly demonstrate that she could represent "change we believe in." To date, she cannot be believed.

ACV   February 28th, 2008 6:03 pm ET

V in Ca states, "t looks like Obama's support is dropping a bit. People are finally starting to question him. Lots to be worried about, there."

And what evidence do you have of this exactly? The fact the media and the Republicans have turned their attention to them should be a signal to the Hillary supporters that the writing on the wall. But hey, she'll have some time to finish those pesky tax returns on March 5th, no?

Why HRC?   February 28th, 2008 6:01 pm ET

Again, I wish HRC supports would stop telling everyone to wake up. How condescending.

What has the queen of earmarks done in her years in the Senate to make us believe she will right this economy and nation? She voted for the war and the continuation of the war….major reason we're in this mess.

If you count her 8 years in the White House, which she wants us to, you have NAFTA….which is one of the other major reasons we're in the mess. Of course she will deny NAFTA. It's never her fault. She is only responsible for the postives…..which are what?

So why HRC? She is a HUGE part of the problem! Tell me supports where has she been tested and risen to the challenge? HRC dodged the question in the debate but maybe you can tell me.

Please post this…thank-you

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Tee   February 28th, 2008 6:01 pm ET

Thank you for the info LatinoNation..I know that the Latino vote in Texas will be huge for Hillary as in Florida.

I want to say to Texas and Ohio: Thank you to all (whether latino or not) for voting realistically and making the right choice in casting your vote for Hillary.

John   February 28th, 2008 6:00 pm ET

CNN, stop censoring these message boards. I submitted a post that was not offensive, nor is there too much volume on this board to not post it. I pointed out the need for 3rd party candidates like Nader, who the Republicans and Democrats are scared of. Apparently, you lack the integrity to operate an objective news organiztion, feeling the need to censor info. that isn't in line with your views or your candidates. Guess I'll have to turn to Fox like everyone else.

She is fighter only she got cheated on by her hubby!   February 28th, 2008 6:00 pm ET

Hillary's supporters are now pleading for votes on the CNN blogs…LOL man this desparation is just hysterical!!!

Mike   February 28th, 2008 5:59 pm ET

Thank you to all democrats for turning out in record numbers. This speaks well for us no matter who you support.

Hillary 08, Obama 016

Jackson   February 28th, 2008 5:59 pm ET

The Media wants to drive these primaries with their poll numbers … why don't we just wait and see what happens Tuesday and let the voters decide without the Media hype!

Dave   February 28th, 2008 5:59 pm ET

Obama/Clinton will bankrupt this country into oblivion with their welfare state. McCain will do the same with his warfare state.

The dollar is no longer wanted in the world, because none of the above address monetary and fiscal policy.

Why do we stray so far, when the answer is clearly spelled out in the constitution…

Ron Paul has my vote

Sharon   February 28th, 2008 5:58 pm ET

What is McCain's middle name? Huckabee's? Don't see people referring to anyone using their middle name except Obama. Let's be real here people. It is just for purposes of smear.

james   February 28th, 2008 5:57 pm ET

However wins, we democrats must stick together

JohnQPublic   February 28th, 2008 5:57 pm ET

The ARG also took a poll in Texas for the Republicans as well as the one mentioned above for the Democrats.

It shows a strikingly different result. Huckabee only trails McCain by 4% in that poll.

Paul from Kissimmee   February 28th, 2008 5:57 pm ET

Clinton may win in Ohio. If she won Texas, it wouldn't be by much. I think she needs to win Texas by at least 15-20 points.

Tee   February 28th, 2008 5:56 pm ET

I sometimes wonder who they talk to when they do this polls????

I believe Hillary will Hold Texas and Ohio and RI. and maybe even vermont.

But as for Texas and Ohio-It will be Hillary's all the way.

Obamacan   February 28th, 2008 5:56 pm ET

People wake up! Do you want a President that whines and jabs and changes colors for the next 4 years? Hillary is a corrupt phony and we deserve better than her.

Daniel Boone   February 28th, 2008 5:55 pm ET

If someone will tell me how many African American voters there are in Texas ,how many latino' voters, and how many white voters then we will all know who is going to win==At least that is what the media says.

Steve   February 28th, 2008 5:54 pm ET

TO ALL REMAINING VOTERS:
You have two choices at this point. With a 48% negative rating, Hillary will NEVER be elected president in the general election. She thinks she's "vetted?" That's hilarious! Just wait til the Repubs remind everyone that she enabled her husband/president to act as a sexual preditor in the White House!

The Choices:
1. Vote for Obama and hope he can beat the Repubs in Nov.
2. Vote for Hillary and throw your vote away.

It's really that simple. A vote for Hillary Clinton right now is nothing more than a protest vote that will harm the Democrat's chances in November by keeping this joke of a campaign going.

Marie   February 28th, 2008 5:53 pm ET

Anyone who continues to endorse such a candidate as HRC is truly blinded as to what TRUE character of leadership involves!
The USA will be seen as divisive, lacking leadership with integrity, and sending the clear message that the Presidency can be BOUGHT
.
All of you shouting "experience" in defense of HRC……it takes much more then that to be a leader! Who is whining, demanding and expecting Bill's favor's to be called in?

I am so sick of reading the pathetic attempts to slander Obama's name, race and culture! Do you people forget where the Clinton's took us?
The Clinton's have always been about themselves, their own agenda's and having their name attached to other people's hard work!!!!!
Another Clinton in office to lead another generation into adultry, lies, deception and cover ups? I THINK NOT

Thank God most ppl in America are waking up!
People of Texas and Ohio…….Vote for integrity and the purging of Washington once and for all!
Obama represents the change that is needed in America!

Linda Timbs   February 28th, 2008 5:53 pm ET

John Edwards should have been the candidate to go after whatever republican that ran, but the media and pundits shoved him off of the stage from the start, after all he was a white male, and in this election that didn't mount to much, but for some reason, the media is in love with Obama, I don't know why, except it makes news, now when all is said and done and Obama can't possibly win, but the news media has put him there, the media and the CROSS over republicans, come on someone see what is going on here, anyway I digress, when this is complete and we have another 4 years of Bush policies, the media will still be there to report and slant, but I just hope we the people replace them too.

Elder   February 28th, 2008 5:52 pm ET

Can Obama explain, What his plans are?
I want to see his plans on the economy, foreign policies, and Irag.
In every debates. he agreed with Sen. Clinton all the issues that the nation faces.

snnn   February 28th, 2008 5:52 pm ET

Time to wake up!!!!! hope is not enough as somebody said

frank   February 28th, 2008 5:52 pm ET

We are still optimistic that Hillary will win the nomination. I hope americans will see the difference between them. I want to see Clinton-Obama.

AntiBrenda   February 28th, 2008 5:51 pm ET

Some people are crying that Hillary is being "crucified" and abandoned by those who were behind her at the beginning. One must be so ignorant to suggest this but not wonder why? A followup question for this should be why its happening, that such a large number of influential and afluent Americans found her favorable then but not now. Do the math and you will stop whinning!

Ray in OR   February 28th, 2008 5:51 pm ET

The point isn't who could do the job. The point is who can GET the job.

Both candidates are intelligent people with honorable public service experience (and don't let the 35 years fool you, it's a smokescreen). Either would be as ready as the other "on Day 1″ - which is to say, there's a lot to learn when you become President.

But EVERY single matchup I've ever read says that Obama would do better than Clinton against McCain. Clinton's disapproval rating (percentage of people who are averse to her) would hurt her. That might not be fair, but it's fact. Do any of you have figures or sources that disagree?

Do we want a Democrat in the White House? I think it's crucial.

Obama '08

barefootboy   February 28th, 2008 5:50 pm ET

No telling how the vote will go, but Clinton was betrayed by John Lewis. Jesus was also betrayed, but he was the winner. John Lewis is just another Judus. Never acted like a Christian anyway.

Hillary's next SNL quote, "Buh Bye"   February 28th, 2008 5:49 pm ET

Considering she needs to win BOTH TX and Ohio and considering these are similar numbers to polls taken in Wisconsin before that primary (that Obama won by a wide margin), this is the best news of the week.

Look for Obama to win both states TX will be 53/46 and Ohio will be 51/48.

Buh Bye Hillary!!!

ClintonStrong   February 28th, 2008 5:47 pm ET

Clintonin08 ….Did they tell OBama not to count his chickens before they hatch?? Its never over even if stupid pundits are ready to write their stuipd little comments..

ma ma aung   February 28th, 2008 5:47 pm ET

go hillary .
we support you

Hillary's next SNL quote = "Buh Bye"   February 28th, 2008 5:46 pm ET

YAY! Considering these were similar numbers to Wisc (which Obama won by a WIDE margin) and considering even a narrow loss in TX would knock ole Billary out of the race, this is the best news of the week!

Look for Obama to beat Clinton 53% to 46% in TX and 50% to 49% in Ohio.

Buh Bye Hillary!!!

TExas Latino   February 28th, 2008 5:46 pm ET

HIllary…We love you baby! We are behind you. We have more registered voters than African Americans..We can win Texas for you. Ohio loves you..The rest will follow.

Irish   February 28th, 2008 5:45 pm ET

Go Hillary!
We are counting on you. Arizona is sticking with you.

Jeanne Marszalek   February 28th, 2008 5:45 pm ET

Hillary Clinton is the best candidate for President. She is the most knowledgeable and is ready to take office on day 1. Obama would be going through a learning process like so many presidents before him and the results often have been disaster, like the present administration.

Hillary has been so unfairly treated by the media. I am a daily listener and viewer of CNN and since the South Carolina primary, almost everything said about her has been negative and everything about Obama has been positive. In addition, Obama's name has been mentioned al least 10 times more than hers. (The same could be said for John Edwards. He was mentioned even fewer times than Hilary Clinton. No wonder his campaign failed.} If the media repeats Obama's name so often in a positive light and Hillary's very few times in a negative tone, no wonder he has been soaring in the polls. If he wins the nomination, he can send a big thank you to CNN with a special thanks to Wolf Blitzer, Jack Cafferty and Gloria Borger.

Brian   February 28th, 2008 5:44 pm ET

Senator Clinton can't get the job done. She is too unstable as her actions the past week have shown. Perhaps her husband can…..the guy controls her and anyone that thinks differently better try to think again. He went out on her numerous times and had 2 affairs that lasted over 12 years each and he talked her into staying with him…that tell you how much influence he has over her? So for those who want BOTH Clintons back in the White House, go ahead and vote for her and perhaps when she cries over the economy, it will make a difference but I doubt it. Perhaps her getting angry about it will help? Lying? Ranting? or shall we try being mocking? Those are the tactics she has used this past week so we now know what lengths she will go to in order to get her way.

Gary   February 28th, 2008 5:43 pm ET

Like I said ,its a bias race.They knock the only one that can really bring change of better for our country.If they slammed Obama as much as her and Bill,he would yell race.That shows how strong of a leader Hillary would be for our country. America will wake up someday.I just hope it isnt to late. Go Hillary

Mr. B.   February 28th, 2008 5:41 pm ET

Do You Want To Know Why ?

America Is Ready
Obama 08

jOHN HEDRMEN   February 28th, 2008 5:41 pm ET

HRC SHOULD BASH HIM ON THIS ONE. Obama is talking from both sides of his mouth

Barack Obama has ratcheted up his attacks on NAFTA, but a senior member of his campaign team told a Canadian official not to take his criticisms seriously, CTV News has learned.

NCDem   February 28th, 2008 5:40 pm ET

I'm so proud that Sen. Clinton continues to be, as someone mentioned above, "a fighter."

I'd like to paraphrase a sentiment I read on another blog: "Let them take it to the convention…this is democracy in action."

I believe in Hillary's abilities and believe in her campaign and will continue to contribute what I can afford to her campaign.

Clinton '08

sam   February 28th, 2008 5:38 pm ET

it appears that the democrats are being fooled by the republicans and the media. From day 1 they have been gunning for hilary because she was a greater threat to their candidate. They knew that obama was easy meat. The signs are already there to see. You can see how they are "toying" with this inexperienced man of verbosity. God help the Americans and the democrats - another sojourn in the desert.

Let us think before voting, shall we?   February 28th, 2008 5:38 pm ET

Hillary Clinton has the potential of being the best Commander in Chief we ever had. I was sympathizing with Obama before, but unfortunately, once he got my attention, he lost me with his inspirational speeches. What I want is the candidate to show me his skills. Not to point out my skills, and what I can do, but what he can do for this country. Hillary Clinton KNOWS what the issues are, what to do about them, what needs to be done, and how to get it done. Choose your topic, she knows about it, and HAS A PLAN to deal with it.

RD   February 28th, 2008 5:38 pm ET

Hillary, give it up. You're toast in Texas!

Smith   February 28th, 2008 5:36 pm ET

Texas and OHIO ..

I'm from beautiful NEW YORK! but there are NO JOBS THERE

(so I had to leave)

Senator Clinton broke her promise AGAIN

She promised JOBS to NEW YORK..
but there aren't any..

You have to go to Georgia and Texas for JOBS!

New York is welfare capitol of the nation.

Clinton has the MOST experience in making NOTHING HAPPEN!

Bit   February 28th, 2008 5:36 pm ET

You can't go by the polls.

Sen. Clinton is a very intelligent and experienced person and has a lot to offer. I initaially considered strongly to vote for her but America does need change and we do, as a people in America, need to come together. We are so divided by politics, race, gender, economic status……..and so and so forth. That's what Obama is trying to do-get the people of America together! It would be great if Senator Clinton and Senator Obama could team up and win the White House.

Is is silly to think that the both of them can work together to make our country better and offer what the country needs?

Mary   February 28th, 2008 5:35 pm ET

I wonder if some Republicans in states with open primaries may be voting Democratic. It would seem at this point McCain may have a better chance of beating Hillary. Therefore, if Republican voters cross over and vote for Hillary, it could help McCain.

Ohio For Hillary!   February 28th, 2008 5:35 pm ET

Hillary is gonna clean house, and boot Obmama Out of the race!

TheLeftNut   February 28th, 2008 5:35 pm ET

I got an idea…

Let's elect Hillary and then she can hang the entire Bush/Cheney/Rove administration from the nearest rotten apple tree.

Payback is a Hillary! You Get'em Girl!

Irene in the heart of Texas   February 28th, 2008 5:35 pm ET

Hillary is getting a free ride from the media. She lied about Hugo Chavez being a dictator (he has been elected multiple times in elections which international observers considered fair whether American politicians and corporations like it or not), She lied at the end of the Ohio debate about the "retreat from democracy" in Latin America. Since the U.S. has been bogged down in Afghanistan and Iraq, Democracy has blossomed in Central and South America. She and anyone who votes for her in the primary are dreaming if they think she can win a national election. She may be a fighter, but the last thing this country needs is another idiot who starts a fight just for the sake of picking a fight.

|Viva Obama!

Dare   February 28th, 2008 5:35 pm ET

Evidently it seems that Clinton supporters don't seem to get the logic of Obama. Everyone has their policies and agenda's to address all the important issues in this country. They are all good in their ways and some may seem more detailed than the other.

But the real question is this? How can we get it done? Hillary does not know how to unite people and even if she has good policies, she has far too many negatives to achieve much. If she happens to have a republican congress in the next 2 years, she will be able to do nothing.

Lets gather around the obvious choice of nominee for the democratic party and push him through to the election in November to the white House. Stop the petty bickering already.

Obama '08

Tex'un   February 28th, 2008 5:34 pm ET

There's nothing wrong with polls–the fault is with their interpreters. The Texas data is fairly consistent, showing Obama inching ahead of Clinton. Typically, however, the polls undercount both Hispanic and black voters, so it is still anybody's guess as to what will happen on Tuesday. My own guess is that he will carry Texas, she will carry O