Comments on: Obama camp downplays conversation with Canada

By: Ayyub, Richmond, Va

Ayyub, Richmond, Va — Mon, 03 Mar 2008 23:03:31 +0000

AY! Clinton News Network, Hillary is not going to beat the GOP just ask Limbaugh.

By: Shelby08

Shelby08 — Mon, 03 Mar 2008 23:02:16 +0000

Obama Take the High Road, Right! Its seems your campaign manager, David Plouffe, can do all your dirty work for you. Your campaign has gone very negative against Sen. Clinton it's just done by David Plouffe, not you, right? Sen. Clinton didn't come up with this story, nor has the Clinton campaign pushed it. I heard it first this morning on CNN and they seem to favor Obama in their reporting. But, by all means, explain away what was actually said by your representatives. I would like clarity from the Obama camp on any issue. I'm sure the voters in Ohio would too!,

It's Time For The Right Change! Hillary 08

By: Patrick

Patrick — Mon, 03 Mar 2008 23:01:08 +0000

To all the Obama followers… PLEASE USE YOUR INTELLIGENCE AND READ THE REPORT ABOVE!

IT DOES NOT SAY HILLARY'S CAMPAIGN IS MAKING IT UP, IT SAY's A CANADIAN TV (since CNN, MSNBC, FOX are drooling over Obama)
Reported this. The AP obtained a memo today that was sent to Canadian officials after the meeting took place that highlights all the talking points fot he meeting!! Hillary has every right to request that he come clean!! The American people have every right to know whether he is making side deals with other countries. No wonder he was attacking Hillary on this….LOL he thought he had it all worked out!!

OHIO, TEXAS, RHODE ISLAND, & VERMONT HAVE THE RIGHT TO KNOW ABOUT THIS "SIDE DEAL".

Goo Hillary!!!

By: 4Hillary

4Hillary — Mon, 03 Mar 2008 23:00:46 +0000

CNN – Please Post ~ Important Endorsments

~Two Former Admirals Endorse Senator Clinton~ 3/2/08
Senator Clinton today is proud to announce the endorsement of two distinguished, retired admirals, Vice Admiral Donald C. Arthur and Rear Admiral Stuart F. Platt. They join an eminent group of 30 retired admirals and generals who have endorsed Senator Clinton to be our nation’s next Commander-in-Chief.

Many of our nation’s most distinguished military officers stand proudly with Hillary Clinton because they believe that she has the strength, experience and leadership necessary to be President and Commander-in-Chief. They include five former general and flag officers at the rank of four stars, including two former chairmen and one vice-chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. In addition, more than 2,000 veterans and military retirees are members of Senator Clinton's national and state veterans’ steering committees.

Adding 2 more to the list ....GOOO HILLARY!!!!

By: Tony, Enterprise, Alabama

Tony, Enterprise, Alabama — Mon, 03 Mar 2008 22:56:50 +0000

That is the problem with Barack Obama, he downplays everything; and, so far, the media is letting him get away with it.

From Rezco to Nafta he never has to answer for anything.

I saw a recent Faux News gathering of Obama supporters, none of them could name anything he has accomplished, or any of his positions on anything. They all said they support him "because we like him"...the same thing George Bush supporter's named.

We have had almost 8 years of a not qualified President, can we afford 4 more?

The media needs to act like journalists again and peel the onion. There are layers and layers of Obama to uncover.

Get busy!

By: concern citizen

concern citizen — Mon, 03 Mar 2008 22:55:52 +0000

Hillary talks about the entire situation as proof that Obama is all talk and no action. Obama is saying one thing to voters and having closed meeting with Canada saying something different. However, she has flip flopped many times. She told the people in Ohio she was aganist NAFTA and there were quotes from interviews and books that contridicted her statements in which she supported NAFTA. She stated that she voted for the war based on the evidence presented to her. Jay Rockafella who is a member of the senate intelligence committee stated she did not read the document before she voted for the war. This is horrible. How could she have based her vote on evidence when she did not read the documents with the so call evidence? Is this the type of leadership the country wants in which a candidate does not read information before voting for war? This should be discussed in the media.

By: CHERYL

CHERYL — Mon, 03 Mar 2008 22:55:40 +0000

IS THIS WHY BORACK LOOKS SO BAD IN THIS PICTURE?

HE LOOKS BEATEN DOWN!!!!!!!!!

GO SENATOR CLINTON!!!!!!!!!!!

By: Virginia

Virginia — Mon, 03 Mar 2008 22:54:34 +0000

I wouldn't be surprised if someone from the Clinton camp planned this whole NAFTA fisaco. The Clinton camp will not stop even when the facts are clear . Truly, she can only run on a kitchen run campaign. That has been obvious since Obama has gained momentum.

I trust the American people are smarter and tired of the politics of hate.

Now she is a qualified president for sure, but definitely not a president that America needs right now to unify the country. There are more people that hate her than the anti-Obama's. There are more people inspired by Obama than Hillary. There are more young votes involved for Obama than Hillary.

Go OBAMA '08

By: OBAMA4LIARS

OBAMA4LIARS — Mon, 03 Mar 2008 22:54:28 +0000

LIAR LIAR LIAR...TEXAS Latinos

By: CHERYL

CHERYL — Mon, 03 Mar 2008 22:54:21 +0000

THE BOTTOM IS ABOUT TO FALL OUT OF THIS WHOLE FARCE!

THE SOONER THE BETTER!!!!!!!!!

By: CHERYL

CHERYL — Mon, 03 Mar 2008 22:52:43 +0000

I LIVED IN CANADA FOR TWO YEARS.

THE CANADIANS ARE GOOD HONEST PEOPLE!

THEY WOULD NEVER BUY INTO HIS CRAP EH!

By: Arni, Austin,TX

Arni, Austin,TX — Mon, 03 Mar 2008 22:51:32 +0000

I want to know if Goolsbee was acting on behalf of Obama? Is Obama committing to those words that he WILL renegotiate NAFTA?

I thought it thowing all in kitchen sink. This looks like sink is being thrown at Obama!

Politics at lowest ebb. Disgusted at this. If Hillary will primary, I will vote McCain.

Go Obama!

By: OBAMA4LIARS

OBAMA4LIARS — Mon, 03 Mar 2008 22:50:23 +0000

OBAMA IS A LIAR...OBAMA IS A LIAR>>>FINALLY THE IDIOT GETS EXPOSED>>TYPICAL

By: grace babcock

grace babcock — Mon, 03 Mar 2008 22:49:42 +0000

Has anyone figured out how many of Sen. Obamas senatorial and high profile superdelagates voted for the war? Just a thought. Hillary did not do it all by herself. Grace B Poetland Maine

By: Matt NC

Matt NC — Mon, 03 Mar 2008 22:46:59 +0000

How does anyone come to the conclusion that the Clinton Campaign is pushing this story? Obama is not a Saint nor is he an Earth Angel sent by God. He is capable of making mistakes like everyone else. So, why can't the Obama supporters stop blaming negative press on the Clinton campaign. This is absolutely crazy. This man is not the answer that America is hoping for. I personally think that the Obama supporters are beginning to realize that the Dream that Obama has been talking about for almost a year is about to awaken to the reality of a nightmare- He is a FAKE.

By: Grif

Grif — Mon, 03 Mar 2008 22:45:58 +0000

In a "Word" . Cheat!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

By: Asian's from Obama to Hillary

Asian's from Obama to Hillary — Mon, 03 Mar 2008 22:45:42 +0000

The more I had upclose and personal with Obama, the more I do not trust him. He's fraud! He's talker! He's two faced!

Be a real Man. Tell the truth!

By: jade

jade — Mon, 03 Mar 2008 22:45:31 +0000

he ditto heads, the canadian CONSERVATIVE govt., like Rush "pigman" Limbugger, is doing what they can to get Hillary to run, so McCain can beat her.

suckers.

By: Capital G

Capital G — Mon, 03 Mar 2008 22:45:24 +0000

I am growing sick of this campaign, it is on the verge of turning into politics as usual and it sucks. I believe all of us are joining in the fighting with each other like kids in a School yard, like anything we do is ever gonna make a difference in Washington to benefit the people.

I want McCain, vote Clinton, voteObama, and in the end democrat or republican, it all remains the same. No health care, Nafta in place, Amero on the rise, gas, Schools, Iraq, and everything else will continue to squeeze all that is left out of this Country. So do enjoy the fighting over the internet, because it will not compare to when you are standing in the food line to feed your family.

By: Peggy Goederer

Peggy Goederer — Mon, 03 Mar 2008 22:45:17 +0000

I'm seeing parallels between Barack Obama and Jimmy Carter, and wondering how far they go.

They're both men of high ideals seen as "outside" the political establishment campaigning at a time when the public is/was totally disgusted with the political establishment.

Jimmy Carter's presidency is generally viewed as a failure. My understanding is that part of the reason is that he refused to play the usual Washington "ball" game – trading favors for votes. He got in the way of the legislators and their pork, and they retaliated by refusing to let him accomplish anything.

You could say he was too moral.

I'm wondering whether Barack would encounter similar problems. Could he work effectively with our not very moral or idealistic legislature?

By: Latina Voter

Latina Voter — Mon, 03 Mar 2008 22:44:06 +0000

Finally, the media has showed some backbone. Because of the media Obama had been Flawless, but TRUE COLORS always show up in due time. Example: Real Estate dealings with Rezko, Conversation RE: NAFTA with a Canadian official for political reasons and a friend to an activist. HMMMMMM!!!! Mr. Words Matter. As you can see your actions are not high. ACTIONS SPEAK LOUDER THEN WORDS. It is easier to give a speech, then to make a decision. No one will ever no how you would of voted regarding the war. (With your voting record you would of voted present.) You did not have a voice at that time. So your going to have to say a lot more, then I was running for Senate at the time you were making your speech against the war. Your judgement is being tested now.

Hillary Clinton 2008!!!!!!!

By: ANTI CLINTONS

ANTI CLINTONS — Mon, 03 Mar 2008 22:43:45 +0000

Get rid of NAFTA< so what is wrong with that? go Obama!

By: 4Hillary

4Hillary — Mon, 03 Mar 2008 22:42:59 +0000

Obama supporters - ask yourselves this: 1) If there was a "side deal" being made...Don't you think it is in the best interest of Canada to stick to the story the Obama camp is saying?? 2) CTV has said they are "sticking to there story" about the meeting because they received the information from a valid source. Last week Obama said that the "meeting never took place".....Today, when the AP got a hold of a copy of the memo now he says...."there was a meeting" but NAFTA was not discussed!?? Are you guys not concerned about this?? What if it is true?? You think the Bush years were bad...well you have seen nothing yet if Obama wins. Don't you think you deserve the "truth" before you vote??? I do.

By: burnham scott

burnham scott — Mon, 03 Mar 2008 22:42:45 +0000

The well oiled CARLYLE machine is firing on all cylinders.

By: Bill

Bill — Mon, 03 Mar 2008 22:42:42 +0000

This is the type of negative campaigning that will truly hurt the Democratic party in the General election. If this discussion occurred while an Obama supporter was giving a tour, this is nothing more than an Obam supporter's view as to what Obama stated in the debate. That does not make it Obama's view. This Nafta statement by Clinton really is negative campaigning at its worst. Rush Limbaugh has said he wants to keep Clinton in the race because she will work harder to destroy Obama and go negative than any Republican would to win the presidency. That is how bad she wants this presidency....she is willing to destroy her own party. I do not argue her qualifications, but I do question her integrity and character. Dodd mentioned last week that neither party should go negative. Two days later she throws the "Are your babies safe" ad. Now, Nafta, and has inflamed an issue that seems like a pretty innocent conversation. The sad thing is Obama has not spent time going negative about not disclosing her tax returns to the public.

By: Byron in CA

Byron in CA — Mon, 03 Mar 2008 22:42:21 +0000

First it never happend, (untill documentation comes out it did) then it happend but not the way they say it did. Can't help but wonder what the next statement from obama will be. He needs to go back to his empty phrases like Change we can believe in instead of dealing with facts.

By: Wayne

Wayne — Mon, 03 Mar 2008 22:42:13 +0000

Why did they use such a sad photo of OBama? There are plenty of photos where he is smiling. CNN..I guess you dont mind bleeding credibility.

By: Matt

Matt — Mon, 03 Mar 2008 22:39:48 +0000

How can a cheerleader for NAFTA (Clinton) question Obama on this issue ?

Have people in Ohio forgotten that Clinton SUPPORTED NAFTA ?

By: jc

jc — Mon, 03 Mar 2008 22:39:35 +0000

And Hillary's complaining about how SHE'S attacked in the press?

Hey, Canada - go back across the border, eh?

By: Vig

Vig — Mon, 03 Mar 2008 22:37:48 +0000

Oh here we go. First his words were misinterpreted. Now the conversations are being played down. This IS business as usual and not change we can believe in. Obama got a couple of slogans that resonated with the disgusted American people and he's been using these to prove his believability. Let's face it – Americans don't really know what he's really all about.

By: Puddytat

Puddytat — Mon, 03 Mar 2008 22:37:47 +0000

I don't know why anybody would be worried about either one of the Dem.s beating McCain. McCain doesn't stand a chance against either one of them.

Republicans ELITES ... who drive that campaign ... have betrayed the American people too many times to think that they will ever be heard again.

November guarentees a big win for either Hillary OR Obama . That is why Hillary should take this all the way to a Brokered Convention ... cause it's a slam dunk for whichever the lucky Dem. nominee is . The people are not going to get behind McCain ... they never have and WON'T . For the RICH to cram McCain in the nose of their base was political suicide for the REPUBLICAN PARTY.

After the coronation of McCain , you can stick a fork in them ...they are done.

If any of them feel like I do ... after the coronation , the channel changes and there will be no news watched until Nov.'s election
when my vote goes to anyone BUT REPUBLICAN ... RIGHT DOWN THE THE TICKET.

By: Dave

Dave — Mon, 03 Mar 2008 22:32:46 +0000

What is that people want from their president. If they want to be uplifted, go to church every Sunday. Otherwise, think of what Obama has done, nothing, nada, zero, other and stood on the podium and made worthless speaches. Look at his voting record since he came to the senate. His voting rocord on Irag is exactly same. Just like every debate, he repeatedly said I agree with Hillary. I just wished Hillary should have let Obama answer the question on the new Russian leader. I think he knows absolutely nothing. I also don't like Obama pulling this strong arm on black politicians to back him. This is a racism at its worst. We let Obama get away with it. I just don't understand why is it that people in this country are so afraid of attacking prominent blacks. Being a president is different from being a preacher. I just want Americans to know that.

By: RG Torian

RG Torian — Mon, 03 Mar 2008 22:32:29 +0000

The Canadian government denied any such understanding was made, denied that any official of the campaign had such a meeting. You Obama haters are so blind you can't even read! Obama did nothing wrong, this person was not doing the Obama campaign bidding, he was a private citizen speaking his own mind. You can't hang this on Obama but you can show some integrity and admit that Hillary and her prospective "co-president" husband lied before, during and after his 8 year term as president. We don't need that national nightmare again.

By: Sonya

Sonya — Mon, 03 Mar 2008 22:32:06 +0000

CNN is no longer a reputable source; if you want to be Pro-Clinton then stand in line with Fox News Network and state that you will be supporting Clinton 100% so that the American public is not duped into believing that your network is giving equal coverage.

By: sunshine in nj

sunshine in nj — Mon, 03 Mar 2008 22:31:22 +0000

Hillary Clinton is turning green, with jealousy that is! Not matter what crap she and her campaign "dig up" on Obama, it does nothing to sway voters - too bad!!! She has tried everything, and expects Obama to answer to all this and guess what, he does!!! He never swore that the meeting didn't happen, what he said was that the story that came out was not true (his statement was truthful). Then, when the real story came out, he commented on it. I hope all of you also took note that he did not jump up and down, he didn't get sarcastic, and he didn't cry the blues calling himself a victim. He addressed it and moved on. This is the kind of person who should be president.....not that raging maniac who cannot control herself, her husband, or her campaign (and you want her to be in charge of everyone's business).....no thanks. Come on Ohio and Texas - FINISH HER OFF! Obama '08

By: kathleen

kathleen — Mon, 03 Mar 2008 22:31:01 +0000

Whatever Obama and Canada have in the initial talks.
I am sure a fair agreement will be met. Obama respects
Canada as we all do and we want to keep them as our
allies. Canada is like part of us.
Obama will make the negotiations palable for both.

CANADA WE LOVE YOU . YOU ARE OUR FRIENDS
OBAMA IS A GOOD FAIR MAN.

I think a lot of what is being said now is exagerated
by our media,

WE do not want 32 years of the Bush's and the Clintons.

OBAMA 2008

By: Mike

Mike — Mon, 03 Mar 2008 22:30:51 +0000

TO CW in DC,

I wonder how much a state senator in Illinois earns per year? Must be enough to afford a $1.65 million house. Where did Obama get that money?

By: Independent in Texas

Independent in Texas — Mon, 03 Mar 2008 22:30:47 +0000

We have Obama saying that was not what was stated or implied, we have Austan Goolsbee himslef state that was not what he said or implied, and WE HAVE THE CANADIAN GOVERNMENT STATING THIS WAS NEVER STATED OR CONVEYED IN ANY WAY. In fact the Canadian government issued a statement dispelling this allegation.

We have Hillary still saying this is an issue and a concern. So many lies by Camp Clinton and so little time left.

By: Think before you vote

Think before you vote — Mon, 03 Mar 2008 22:30:25 +0000

Of course, the Obama camp must be wondering why ALL the negative stuff about Obama not come later, when the nomination has been clinched. If he is the intelligent person you think he is, then he should realize that ALL DIRT will be uncovered SOONER or later.

If Hillary does not stumble into things like this, then, you can count on McCain digging even deeper, and finding out SO MUCH UNBELIEVABLY MORE. It is tough to be in the public eye, since ALL CLOSETS WILL BE open. If Obama wanted to have closed closets , then you should not have run for office.

Senator Clinton has already undergone that painful process. And , not only did she survive but actually thrived to the dismay of many who think a woman should not be involved in historically male dominated affairs.

Clearly, senator Clinton deserves to be the NEXT president of the United States.

By: Mike

Mike — Mon, 03 Mar 2008 22:28:42 +0000

Obama's open lie to the American people about NAFTA is shameful. You can chant "Yes we can" a thousand times, but without vision it is nothing more than empty words.

OBAMA / REZKO '08!!!!

By: arizona for HILLARY

arizona for HILLARY — Mon, 03 Mar 2008 22:27:27 +0000

PEOPLE NEED TO OPEN THEIR EYE'S AND JUST LOOK AT OBAMA.FIRST HE DON'T HAVE A LOOK TO BE A PRESIDENT.MAYBE KENYA NEED A PRESIDENT RIGHT NOW.HE IS SAYING ANYTHING TO GET A VOTES.STOP LYING AND BE HONEST MR.OBAMA.WE HAVE A BUSH WITH NO EXPERIENCE AND SEE WHAT WE GOT.WE DON'T NEED ANOTHER BUSH RIGHT NOW.MAYBE 20 YEARS FROM NOW.WE NEED HILLARY TO FIX THIS MESS.SHE IS THE ONLY ONE WHO CAN FIX ALL THIS.SO I WOULD SUGEST OPEN YOUR EYE'S PEOPLE AND VOTE HILLARY 08.

H I L L A R Y 08.

By: For all who flunked math

For all who flunked math — Mon, 03 Mar 2008 22:27:20 +0000

I just played the CNN delegate game, everyone should try it. If Sen Clinton wins Ohio, Tex, Penn, RI and splits everywhere else by very narrow margins, Sen Obama and Sen Clinton will be virtually tied without the super delegates. So will the Obama people please stop saying Sen Clinton should drop out. Some of us are not caught up in the Obamania, aren't looking to elect a rock star, and are concerned about fabrication, dodging the issues and copy cat rhetoric and should have a chance to vote for our candidate. Both candidates have every right to take the fight to the convention, and we can end up a stronger party by ending up with both on the democratic ticket. Are all you Obama supporters saying if the ticket were Clinton/Obama you would stay home? Or are you going to vote for McCain and whoever he seconds? Not that I think Sen Obama is going to ask Sen Clinton to VP but if the ticket were Obama/Clinton what then?

By: BAKERSFIELD

BAKERSFIELD — Mon, 03 Mar 2008 22:26:57 +0000

hillary did not write the ap article of course the canadiens will deny and of course obama will deny. i've read it and it contradics what he said. he said no more washington politcs, okay ohio theres your evidence. obama supporters its ok to jump ship

By: Ochoano

Ochoano — Mon, 03 Mar 2008 22:26:55 +0000

The liar goes to the rocky mountain states and says: You can keep your guns, he goes to the west coast and says: I am for the environment; he goes to Wisconsin and Ohio and says: I am against NAFTA; he goes to Texas and says I am against the Irak war and I am an immigration reformist. He goes to the south and says: I care for all races and he goes to the east coast and says: I am liberal. The rethoric is really paying off but the question is for how long. I am pretty sure that little by little the illusionist express will derail and the ones left on would be the naive young voters and the well to do liberals. He is trully an opportunist and his campaign people have subtly sold it to the naive to make him a MTV star.

By: Sharon

Sharon — Mon, 03 Mar 2008 22:17:34 +0000

CNN is bias. They need to announce that the Canadian has rejected any such thing with Obama or his people. They put out a statement rejecting this. I saw it on another channel. HOW COME CNN DIDN'T SHOW THIS STATEMENT. HOW UNFAIR? YOU DID SHOW HILLARY TALKIN ABOUT OBAMA AND CANADA, SO SHOW THE STATEMENT DENIEING IT TOO.

GO OBAMA!!!!!!

By: Bertha

Bertha — Mon, 03 Mar 2008 22:16:58 +0000

Hey from Canada! I have been of course watching from the outside, namely from Canada. What I have observed is that Sexism is alive and well in the USA, Racism comes second. As well, the media has been very biased, hence the observation. When is the media going to stop the molly-coddling of Barrack Obama. From my viewpoint, it is the media who has put Mr. Obama on the petestal and has helped him with the Hilary bashing. Mrs. Clinton is a great politician and has done a lot for your people and country. The American people should be honored and proud in having her as President. She would make a Great President not to mention the fact that the Americans would be making history. When was the last time you had a former first lady run for president? I wish I had more space to write. Thanks for you time.

By: Phil, KC, MO

Phil, KC, MO — Mon, 03 Mar 2008 22:10:00 +0000

How is it that the Clinton campaign is criticizing Obama for his stand on NAFTA? Are our memories so short? Does anyone recall that it was President Clinton who signed NAFTA into law? Is there any evidence to suggest that Hillary opposed NAFTA then? There is certainly plenty of evidence to the contrary. Now they're accusing Obama of taking a stand for political expediency. Definitely a case of the pot calling the kettle black (no racial inference intended).
Aside from the outrageousness of the charge, I'd say this is a non-issue. They're both guilty. Call it a draw.

By: Nancy

Nancy — Mon, 03 Mar 2008 22:09:02 +0000

Cami writes:
Cami March 3rd, 2008 3:34 pm ET

I have truly grown to despise Hillary. I don't want to vote republican, but if she is the nominee I will simply not vote at all.

Cami don't you think that Hillary supporters feel the same way if Obama wins?

By: Peter

Peter — Mon, 03 Mar 2008 22:07:56 +0000

Hillary's getting lame....and desperate....

Go Obama!

By: Steven Harper

Steven Harper — Mon, 03 Mar 2008 22:06:43 +0000

Canada owes Bill Clinton a BIG favor.

You see, when Bill was still President, and the french speaking province (ie. State) of Quebec was voting on a referendum about whether to separate from Canada or not, Bill Clinton staged a news conference with planted reporters and questions. Bill basically said the US would not support separation.

So now, Bill was in Canada on Saturday, asking to for a favor in return. Or maybe he was there to tell Canadian officials that Hillary was joking about NAFTA.