March 2, 2008
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Gen. Clark campaigned with Sen. Clinton in Waco, Texas recently.
Gen. Clark campaigned with Sen. Clinton in Waco, Texas recently.

(CNN) – In a conference call with reporters Sunday, Gen. Wesley Clark, one of Sen. Hillary Clinton’s most high-profile supporters with a military background, took the opportunity to address whether a woman could be counted on to use force when necessary to protect the United States.

“I hope that we’re past that,” Clark said. Noting that “during the Kosovo campaign we had some wonderful women flying airplanes, dropping bombs,” the former Supreme Allied Commander of NATO explained “women can fight and women will fight but they’ll fight smart.”

“Hillary Clinton is a fighter by nature,” he said. “I would have no concerns about her willingness to use force but I have great confidence that she’ll only use it as a last resort.”

Clark explained Clinton’s vote authorizing President Bush to take action in Iraq as “a vote for coercive diplomacy” rather than “a vote for war,” and said the Bush administration “misused” the authority granted to it by Congress.

Clark also told reporters that Clinton was more qualified than Sen. John McCain to be the next commander-in chief because McCain’s service as a naval fighter pilot did not prepare him “in terms of dealing with the national strategic issues that are involved” in being president. Clinton, in Clark’s estimation, has had the necessary experience to make high-level national security decisions because of her tenure in the U.S. Senate and her time as First Lady.

Clark and 15 other retired U.S. military flag officers, generals and admirals, used the call to explain why they are endorsing Clinton to be the nation’s next commander-in-chief.

Not to be outdone, the Obama campaign also held a conference call with reporters Sunday that highlighted Sen. Obama’s foreign policy experience. Dr. Susan Rice, a former Assistant Secretary of State during the administration of Clinton’s husband, said Sen. Clinton “continues to attack Barack Obama on foreign policy without offering any basis for her own experience.”

“It’s really not enough just to assert you have the experience to be commander-in-chief,” Rice said. “That assertion has to be backed up by a record of judgment and a vision of where you want to lead this country,” she added. Rice also detailed legislative and diplomatic accomplishments by Obama which his campaign says distinguish him from Clinton on foreign policy.

The two campaigns convened the calls after several days in which national security has been in the spotlight of the Democratic nomination race because of dueling ads in which Clinton and Obama each claimed to be the best person to protect the country in the event of an unexpected crisis.

–CNN Associate Producer Martina Stewart

Filed under: Barack Obama • Hillary Clinton


ACFX   March 2nd, 2008 9:01 pm ET

He's the VP if she gets there.

gene   March 2nd, 2008 9:01 pm ET

There was another major endorsement yesterday, but the media failed to report it. Four star General Shelton (retired), former member of the Joint Chiefs of staff during the administrations of George W. Bush and Bill Clinton endorsed Hillary Clinton. In addition, Obama stated today that Senator Rockefellow voted against the war. He did not! He voted for it, plus an Obama Aide on national TV said the same thing. Elmer Gantrey is alive and well and his name is Obama. The number of Flag Officers to endorse Hillary Clinton now stands at 28 Admirals and Generals. I doubt that Obama has any. They want Hillary at that red phone, not him, he who still plays in a sand box.

L. Brown   March 2nd, 2008 9:01 pm ET

Reject – refuse, rebuff, decline or to deny.

Denounce – criticize something publicly and harshly; charge someone with wrongdoing;
Announcement of the end of an agreement
THIS SEEMS STRONGER!!!!!

v.a.   March 2nd, 2008 8:59 pm ET

IRAQ WAR IS A FACT !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
WAKE UP OBAMA AND DEAL WITH IT !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

"PRESIDENT" OBAMA WILL BRING THE TROOPS HOME AT ONCE…

IF AMERICAN TROOPS WITHDRAWN BEFORE THE JOB IS DONE THEN THERE WILL BE A CIVIL WAR AND MANY MANY MANY INNOCENT MENN, WOMEN AND CHILDREN WILL GET KILLED…

ALL THE COURAGES ACTIONS AND SCARIFICES DONE BY THE AMERICAN SOLDIERS SO FAR WILL GO WASTED AND IRAQ MIGHT EVEN GET A WORSE DICTATOR THAN SADDAM HUSSEIN……

DONE IS DONE AND USA NEEDS A PRESIDENT WHO CAN SOLVE THE PROBLEM WITH DIGNITY ………….

THE FUTURE IS THE CASE NOT THE PAST WHERE YOU GAVE A SPEECH AGAINST THE IRAQ WAR SOME YEARS BACK….. …

Muyoyeta   March 2nd, 2008 8:58 pm ET

It's a shame when men and women who are supposed to be impartial and be respected for it start allowing themselves to be used as a mop… This war veteran has no substance in his argument he is advancing. How can you even compare who has more spine over war issues between McCain and Hillary Clinton?

Look at the way he is trying to chew with both hands. While he is saying Clinton won't hesitate to trigger war, he is also trying to say she will use it wisely… You are either for the war or not for the war, and not both at any time!

My reasons...   March 2nd, 2008 8:56 pm ET

First and foremost….all the candidates are US Senators and deserve respect for that.

I will not support any candidate that:

Is an advocate for nuclear weapons-

Is an advocate of NAFTA – see news regarding letter to Canada

Is an advocate of disenfranchising millions of democratic voters – that is NOT democratic

Is an advocate of the 'haves' and 'have nots' for health care – that is devisive!

Plays 'follow the leader' too well – what would this person do if there was no one to follow?

Parrots responses all to often – or uses others words for speeches – is there an original thought in there?

Has admitted poor judgment and seems to have made fun of the fact that he voted on something that he knew was wrong and voted that way anyway….and all after being a Constitutional Law Professor.

So lets turn off the telepromters!!!!!!!!! Vote for the leader, vote for change and experience, vote for the White House……..Vote for Hillary Clinton!

MIwatch   March 2nd, 2008 8:55 pm ET

Everyone knows her so well, but not for Obama. We have no idea how he will behave when he is president, because he has limited history to prove how he will act in numerous issues.

Additionally, it is too risky for Obama to be president at this time, since he can't prove it from his records. And if he is found related to the Rezko's case later after become Democrat nominee this will ruin the whole Democratic Party in Nov. Too much risk to take at this time to vote for Obama.

sivananthi   March 2nd, 2008 8:47 pm ET

WESLEY CLARK :
“women can fight and women will fight but they’ll fight smart.”

I THINK MEN CAN DO A GOOD JOB..

BUT

I THINK HE IS RIGHT IN 2 OCCASIONS:

BUSH ON IRAQ
&
OBAMA WILL BOMB PAKISTAN !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Mimi La Cruz for OBAMA   March 2nd, 2008 8:47 pm ET

Hillary is going to start singing "i am woman". any minute now. Many woman might be qualified for the job, but her lack of integrity and judgment seriously disqualify her.

Black Man   March 2nd, 2008 8:46 pm ET

I agree with the general. Hillary is a fighter. Hillary started fight for Americans 35 years ago. Mr. and Mrs. Clinton gave their entire adult lives to helping citizen of this country.

Hillary all the way to the White House……………

Paul from Kissimmee   March 2nd, 2008 8:45 pm ET

I support McCain, but if a Democrat won, I would actually feel more comfortable with Clinton running this counrty. Obama has no substance and the few policies I've actually heard him talk about scare me.

Jen, Gainesville   March 2nd, 2008 8:44 pm ET

I donated to Clark four years ago. I deeply regret about the donations.

peter   March 2nd, 2008 8:44 pm ET

if anyone is wondering why cnn is starting to show a lot of hillary articles and talk about her more and being easier on her lately, it is because cable news want hillary to do real well this tuesday because they realize if Obama was to win big on tuesday then they wouldnt have anything to talk about for the next few months. so essentially the new networks and newpapers need hillary to do well in order to keep getting the ratings they have been getting.

California Independent   March 2nd, 2008 8:42 pm ET

Yet another Obama supporter who has difficulty with facts.

Clinton has how many flag officers supporting her? Obama has Rice and she can't figure out Clinton's experience. Typical.

Oh, that's right… Obama didn't vote against the war.

Lenny   March 2nd, 2008 8:41 pm ET

Thanks, General Clark, you're a good man and one of America's great military leaders. Finally, someone with great character and credibility, and knows what it takes to be a leader.

It’s important to give respect to whom respect is due. Senator McCain, Senator Obama, and Senator Clinton are our leaders in the united states senate. We need them. I wont disrespect them but will honor their service to our great country. I think the insults each of them face are unfair, because there are good things to be found in each of them. I think Senator Obama is very inspirational and encourages people to believe in hope. He has done a great job uniting many in the democratic party. I hope when all is said and done, we will come together as a party and support the nominee.

If Senator Obama wins, I will support him. If it’s Senator Clinton, I will support her.

General Clark is supporting Hillary because he knows she will make wise decisions. It's time to get serious because there are many crisis in this world demands immediate attention. We need Hillary. Right now she is the best choice. Hillary has a heart for this country and loves America very much. She's proud of our country and will give all of herself to being its servant. I supported her in the past, and will remain faithful to her even if she doesn't win. She may not win every battle, but she will not back down from anyone. She's a tough leader with a gentle heart.
Some will put her down, but many admire her for standing up for those whose voices are ignored. I cant wait until Jan 20, 2009, when the announcer will say, Hillary Rodham Clinton, next president of the United States.

I love this country. I served in the military for 20 years. If I have to go back and serve again, I will do so without hesitation. “I’m proud to be an American, where at least I know I’m free.”

General Clark recognizes who will best serve our armed forces as commander in chief. I'll be glad to have someone who cares about our men and women in uniform and will support them in the time of need.

Hillary Rodham Clinton, the best choice for the United States of America. Land of the free and the home of the brave.

MJ   March 2nd, 2008 8:40 pm ET

It's funny how the Obama backers are complaining now that he's being scrutinized. This is just a peak into the future "IF" he becomes the nominee! He can't handle it, and his arrogant demeanor and empty speeches will be his downfall, b/c most Clinton backers will vote for McCain! Be realistic, you he's the ultimate divider!

Veronica in CA   March 2nd, 2008 8:36 pm ET

Clinton/Clark in 08! :)

Independent Voter in Texas   March 2nd, 2008 8:36 pm ET

BUT CAN SHE WIN? I'm thinking NOT since all the polls show Obama beating McCain…NOT HILLARY.

Mark   March 2nd, 2008 8:34 pm ET

Only the American people will decide; no pressure from retired generals. We are not a banana republic, thanks God.

Byron in CA   March 2nd, 2008 8:34 pm ET

Finally heard something new from obama last nite, though did just leave me with more questions. He said he would listen even when we don't agree and went on to say "oh yes there will be times we don't agree" to his supporters—who my surprise just applauded and cheered like this was something they should be happy about. Of course I can't help but ask,—keeping in mind it's just before the texas and ohio primaries that he says this—-please explain more mr obama, what those things might be that his supporters won't agree with him on are? I think this is a ratioanl question, and goes back to what I've said before about his statements having only so much infomation before he starts up with his catch phrases and empty words.

OBAMA 08   March 2nd, 2008 8:33 pm ET

CNN: Did I miss something? Is Obama still in the race?? Nothing like either caving into Clinton pressure and/or trying to prolong the race to keep ratings up.

Florida democrat   March 2nd, 2008 8:33 pm ET

Hillary or Mccain!!

Fight to the bitter end baby, its Barack who will destroy this party. Easily 30% of democrats for Hillary I talk to will go to Mccain

As a 25 year old I will do the same. I dont want admanidijad to claim he brought the US to its knees when Obama goes to meet him for no reason

I dont want to fail in getting universal health care

I dont want another president who HAS to rely on his advisors.

I want a strong president with a plan!!!

Zeitgeist   March 2nd, 2008 8:29 pm ET

Yes, women are great fighters, so don't count Hillary out. She may have lost a couple of battles but she is the one that can win the Election war. Ladies and Gentlemen, I give you the next President of the United States of America. HILLARY RODHAM CLINTON!!!

James   March 2nd, 2008 8:27 pm ET

Hillary will protect you…LOL Her only foreign policy experience was her politically calculated vote for the Iraq war. Bad judgment !

John   March 2nd, 2008 8:26 pm ET

I'm not sure what I think about anyone who talks about dropping bombs and uses the word "Wonderful" in the same sentence. I hope that Vietnam veterans at least react to that one. And how wonderful was it when the government bombed Cambodia for a year without telling the people of the US or even Congress? WONDERFUL.

Bombs are the scourge of modern warfare. There is nothing wonderful about dropping bombs, male or female.

RTH, Bellingham, WA   March 2nd, 2008 8:25 pm ET

I really, really respect Gen. Clark. I would have loved to see him as the VP on an Obama ticket. I don't agree with his choice of candidates, obviously, but I think the man deserves a healthy dose of respect from the general public.

Joe in Wayland, NY   March 2nd, 2008 8:17 pm ET

I don't get it. We (Democrats) have fought against politicians trying to manipulate American voters by appealing to their fear of terrorism….Hillary Clinton is taking a "page right out of Karl Rove's playbook" and for one – I'm mad as hell!

As Bill Clinton himself once said (paraphrased), when there are two candidates and one is preaching fear and one is preaching hope: choose the one with hope!

Yes, Bill – I will!

Teresa C   March 2nd, 2008 8:11 pm ET

Very true!!! My son is a soldier Sgt with the U.S Army doing his 2nd tour in Iraq… Many of women , mothers, sisters, daughters, aunts. you name it have fought hard beside him, So why is so darn hard to accept a Woman for President? Hillary is the one for "The Job"!

As a matter of fact it really worries me to think that Obama is untouchable and cannot be spoken about by other candidates??? He is no God, and deffinitly no prophet, but hey Open your eyes america because he is being treated like one.

david   March 2nd, 2008 8:04 pm ET

WOW. Gen. Wesley Clark.

You just have to feel good and safe about picking Hillary over Obama.

Ted in Chicago   March 2nd, 2008 8:04 pm ET

General Clark = those are the best sentences he has said since he bungled his own chance to run for President

His is a voice to listen to -

matt hardeman   March 2nd, 2008 7:59 pm ET

An arrogant, self-proclaimed messiah does not get my vote. A man who equates himself with MLK and Kennedy does not get my vote. A celebrity-craze does not get my vote.

This is not american idol.

S Williams   March 2nd, 2008 7:54 pm ET

Great just what we need.
Well she will be fighting from Day One.

Because neither the republicans, Obama supporters, Nadar supporters nor much of anyone else will be on her side.

She agreed with Bush on the Iraq.
She agreed with Bush on Iran.
She agrees with Bush not talking to foreign leaders.

She is Bush-lite.

Grif   March 2nd, 2008 7:49 pm ET

Women are people too!

dan   March 2nd, 2008 7:48 pm ET

So, being the first lady of a draft-dodging President is considered experience for being commander in chief??

Deborah   March 2nd, 2008 7:48 pm ET

Go home Hillary we do not want you.

OBAMA '08

Shannon   March 2nd, 2008 7:46 pm ET

Wesley Clark should be Barack Obama's running mate. It would be the perfect ticket.

JR, Texas   March 2nd, 2008 7:44 pm ET

Okay, let us be fair on this; Sen. Clinton was endorsed by well known and veteran Generals and Admirals which they think wholeheartedly is the better candidate to answer that 3 a.m. call. Who is this Dr. Susan Rice endorsing Obama who has never been to war, led troops in a war or not even during peace time. I am telling you voters all along that Sen. Clinton is your choice so that you will never have to worry about that 3 a.m. phone call! Hillary 08 or nothing!

Mike   March 2nd, 2008 7:44 pm ET

Clinton just comes off as tough. We need tough, and Clark is the best person to help us recognize that.

Reality check   March 2nd, 2008 7:41 pm ET

Clark is right, Hillary is the one candidate that can lead this country and can get us out of Iraq safely. She is a woman that has worked intently at everything she has done. She has an enormous grip on foreign and domestic policies and progressive politics is one of her strong points. She's better qualified and is dedicated to detail. She is also the one candidate that can make universal health care happen. Our economy was more sound than it had been in many years during her husbands career and I know she will get us back on track. She is the one who can do all this and more.

dan   March 2nd, 2008 7:40 pm ET

Oh please… General Clark can't be serious. Saying that Shrillary's years as first lady have given her experience to be commander in chief and she is more prepared than McCain???? Give me a break. Maybe McCain's years as the son/grandson of an Admiral should count as "experience". All I can say, if the phone rings at 3 am, I want someone who has actual military experience answering it.

jan43   March 2nd, 2008 7:40 pm ET

Gen. Clark is right that we are past the question of whether a woman can protect us. Women can. Where he errs in judgment is that Hillary is that person.

One's gender does not lead to good judgment as we all know from our current president and that's where Clark misspeaks when he says, “women can fight and women will fight but they’ll fight smart.”

“Hillary Clinton is a fighter by nature,” he said.
I concede she is a fight but after these last two weeks of ups and downs, sarcasm, fear-mongering, mocking the democratic movement taking place in this country, her inability to control her husband and her pathetic, "shame on you" demonstrates that in no way is her temperament one which we need in the White House.

The commander -in-chief needs to have a steady hand and not fly off the handle when things are not going right. If Clinton did not have a plan B for her election, then what happens if she has the fate of the country in her hands…I shutter to think.

Farrell, Houston, Tx   March 2nd, 2008 7:40 pm ET

I respect Gen. Clark, but it sounds like he didn't read the vote for war papers as Hillary stated she didn't. Somebody is lying so I guess it's the hundreds of other Senators lying that voted for the war. Barack Obama didn't misinterpret what he was voting for and his vote was No. I'm sure the documents signed with Hillary's yes vote for war weren't destroyed, so why doesn't get them as proof of her vote for "coercive diplomacy". Show us proof of your vote Hillary if you want support. Until then, Obama gets my vote.

Steve   March 2nd, 2008 7:38 pm ET

Gen. Wesley Clark has turned into a political hack for the Clinton's. Pardon me, John McCain has done nothing since being a fighter pilot in the late 1960's and returning in 1973? Shame on you General for ignoring 35 years of his career. It is okay to disagree but chopping 35 years off his career is political hackery

Vig   March 2nd, 2008 7:35 pm ET

Hillary Clinton grew up with a father with a military background and taught her lessons he learned from the military. What's in Obama's background that allies him with the military? Absolutely nothing. Did he serve? No.

La Raza   March 2nd, 2008 7:33 pm ET

All that should be said is Obama/Powell 2008! "Yes we've done it!"

Mille, NYC   March 2nd, 2008 7:31 pm ET

What exactly is a "fighter by nature"? What does that mean? Does that mean that the sum of all of her experience leads to a "fighter by nature"? Just sounds weird and her life has been pretty good.

Kate   March 2nd, 2008 7:30 pm ET

Women can indeed fight. And lose.

And Hillary has certainly lost this one.

March 4th is a great time to drop out. Don't become the Democratic Huckabee!

For the good of the party, end this now!

Matilsky NY   March 2nd, 2008 7:25 pm ET

It's amazing how many high level officals are willing to be Clinton puppets. I wonder how many favors the Clintons cashed to get Clark to make these comments with a straight face.

Obama 08′

Kevin   March 2nd, 2008 7:22 pm ET

Clark said: “Hillary Clinton is a fighter by nature..I would have no concerns about her willingness to use force."

Yes, sir, none of us doubt that she would. Her vote on Iraq proved that. I think the point, however, is that citizens don't want another trigger-happy administration. Clinton does nothing to prove she is different from the administration of the past 7 years.

The more war-mongers surrounding Clinton, the better; meanwhile, statesmen and diplomats flock to the sensible candidate: Obama.

jujub   March 2nd, 2008 7:20 pm ET

I've been a dedicated CNN watcher but today says it all:

Today's Ticker:

Women can fight (1)
Clinton's Late Night SNL Live Appearance (2)
Hillary Clinton to Make Surprise SNL Visit (3)
Clinton Aims to Clean House (4)
Clinton to Appear on The Daily Show (5)
Clinton Supporter Rips Texas Caucas System (6)
Clinton: Obama Missing in Action (7)
Jack Nicholson Ad Supports Clinton (8)

Obama Mocks Clinton…Mocks Obama (1)
Arcade Fire to Perform (2)
Scenes from the Trail (3 – Photo Only)

Its confirmed!! CNN is the CLINTON NEWS NETWORK

Chad   March 2nd, 2008 7:20 pm ET

Obama has NO experience. What are people thinking?
If Dems want to win, vote for who Limbaugh and Hannity are rooting against.

H.Clinton 08

BUSH is a fighter too but ......   March 2nd, 2008 7:16 pm ET

Bush and Hillary are BOTH fighters that agreed that it was ok to start a fight with Iraq and both voted the same on Iran.

We are always wanting to make history. Well, here is some history. The Iraq war is now going to be longer than WWII.

America has many fighters. That's not the point. The point is we need a President that has GOOD JUDGEMENT.

Eric   March 2nd, 2008 7:15 pm ET

So what we saw today is what we have seen this whole campaign. Hillary and her surrogates highlight her experience, Obama attacks her and goes negative, and the press talks about how Obama is right and somehow as qualified and more qualified than Hillary. What is Obama offering other than attacks and looking at the past rather than the future?

Indiana Bob   March 2nd, 2008 7:14 pm ET

Come on people! Wake up and smell the kool-aid!! Look at Obama's platform — Yes we can have change and then hope for the best. How about some substance!! If you want to follow a cult leader to the after life, then go for it. See how that works out for you. But don't include me. Don't make him my president. I was hoping to enjoy this life.

LJ   March 2nd, 2008 7:12 pm ET

Clark again shows his sub-par judgment by suggesting that Hillary "has had the necessary experience to make high-level national security decisions because of her tenure in the U.S. Senate AND HER TIME AS FIRST LADY?!?!? I suppose by this logic General Clark's wife is qualified to be Commander of NATO??? Wow…let me brush off my resume and start adding my husband's experience to it as well…

I'm a Huckabee fan myself, but even I see the lunacy of stating that Hillary's conjugal relationship with the President qualifies her more on National Security than the real world experiences of a decorated Vietnam Veteran. The sheer arrogance of the entire Clinton team stuns me!

someone smiling in Texas   March 2nd, 2008 7:08 pm ET

Say no more Gen. Wesley Clark, this should quiet down Obama on the iraq,iraq,iraq issue, which is the only thing I keep hearing from him, he looks like those battery operated dolls that say the same phrase over and over until you finally get rid of it. This country is ready for a change and ready to be run by a woman and even though we will not have Hillary in our home town tomorrow, we will have Bill Clinton giving an hour speech and where's Obama or his supporters………???

We're a Latino Proud City for Hillary

California Voter   March 2nd, 2008 7:08 pm ET

Strong, smart, competent, experienced and a woman — a change to vote for!

vl   March 2nd, 2008 7:03 pm ET

Obviously, Hillary Clinton is the best to be our next President. And she's not trying to buy superdelegates like Obama is. Check out the Capital Eye, Superdelegates and you'll see what I mean. I've heard ENOUGH from Obama about "not voting for the war", especially since he was not even on the national scene at the time.

Jamie   March 2nd, 2008 7:02 pm ET

I believe if this many military officers back her on her ability to be commander in chief then people should listen to them.

VOTE HILLARY !!!!!

Willie   March 2nd, 2008 6:59 pm ET

CNN, PLEASE POST THIS. This is related to this article to show that Hillary has received endorsements from many Generals.

Hillary has received 28 endoresements from Flag Generals. She also received a new endorsement from General Shelton, one of the former Joint Chiefls of Staff under Presidents Clinton and George W. Bush. General Shelton is one of our nation's top military figures.

In announcing his endorsement, General Shelton said, "I’ve been with Senator Clinton when she has been with our military men and women. I know from those experiences that she understands the demands and sacrifice of military life. I am confident she will always put the readiness and well being of our troops first. She is ready to be Commander-in-Chief."

General Shelton joins General John Shalikashvili as the second former Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff to have endorsed Senator Clinton. General Shelton is the fourth flag officer to endorse Senator Clinton this week.

Sean from TX   March 2nd, 2008 6:53 pm ET

What a fighter Hillary was! We need her more than ever, she had proven that she has the brain and the toughness to lead the country!!! Texas for Hillary!!!

Patrick   March 2nd, 2008 6:52 pm ET

I generally respect General Wesley Clark, but he's being very intellectually dishonest here. It wasn't an authorization to use "coercive diplomacy". Read the title of the bill please Gen. Clark before you make misleading comments:

"Authorization for Use of Military Force Against Iraq Resolution of 2002″

Keith Hunter   March 2nd, 2008 6:52 pm ET

I find this discussion launched by Clinton to be a type of diversion. I say this because on the last debate she chided one of the journalists for asking a "hypothetical" scenerio then she does exactly that by this 3:00 AM ad she has run.

It seems to me that the point Obama makes about Clinton not even reading the intelligence reports prior to her voting to support invading Iraq to be bang on in interpreting Clinton's judgement. On a matter of voting to endorse a pre-emptive military invasion of another country the idea that any elected leader would vote to invade a country without even reading the intelligence report is absolutely shocking to me.

Clinton's attempt at trying to lead people to think that a phone call at 3:00 AM on matters as diverse as economics, disasters, etc and that she would make a on the spot decision regarding such magnitudes without any consultation at all makes me wonder is she is again stating she would make decisions without knowing all the information or if she is trying to imply she could single handedly save the country all by herself sitting on her beside.

This delusion of granduer is not befitting a President I would trust at any time of the day or night.

Spirit of America   March 2nd, 2008 6:51 pm ET

Hillary is a fighter and a winner. Today she was enthusiastically endorsed by another fighter and winner, Kelly Pavlik from Youngstown Ohio, the middle-weight champion of the world. She not only has the right punches, but clearly the right platform, one strong enough to put any political man, be it Obama or McCain, on the ropes. Let's have a woman and fighter in the White House for a change.

Frank   March 2nd, 2008 6:51 pm ET

WOW … HILLARY'S WHINING REALLY SCARED CNN.

THEY ALMOST JUST TALK ABOUT HER SINCE YESTERDAY ..

Margareth   March 2nd, 2008 6:46 pm ET

Yes. So ?

That means I have to vote for Hillzilla ? Don't think so.

Women can have as bad of a judgement as men.

And as a person, the many faced Hillary has no place as a president in the United States. There is a place for individuals with multiple personalities but they are not in elected offices.

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