March 4, 2008
Posted: 06:06 PM ET
Clinton, Obama split votes in Texas
Clinton, Obama split votes in Texas

NEW YORK (CNN) – Hillary Clinton holds a two-to-one advantage over Barack Obama with Hispanic voters in Texas, while blacks are overwhelmingly supporting him in Tuesday’s Democratic presidential primary, according to CNN’s exit poll.

These early surveys provide a snapshot of the race, but are not conclusive on who will win this critical contest. Eighty three percent of blacks voted for Obama, while 16 percent supported Clinton, according to the exit poll. Meanwhile, 64 percent of Hispanics backed Clinton, while 32 percent went for Obama.

– CNN Political Editor Mark Preston

Filed under: Barack Obama • Hillary Clinton • Texas


Lisa   March 4th, 2008 7:07 pm ET

America!!!!
Watch the Media they are very tricky. Lets not let them decide for us again.

serious   March 4th, 2008 7:07 pm ET

"wilo March 4th, 2008 6:38 pm ET

If Obama thinks he's so invincable and confident and the American people are so with him why not agree to let Florida and Michigan do a re vote. Let him show that he is different and inclusive Go Florida and Michigan"

It's not up to Obama…The rules are the rules…Florida and Michigan need to follow the rules…but clinton like to break them

Jody   March 4th, 2008 7:07 pm ET

Way to go, Jane H. It's good to read some literate comments from an
educated person on these blogs – occasionally. I will support the Democrat nominee. However, the news media (and I was one for 27 years) has never given Hillary a fair chance against Obama. Frankly, I don't think he is that eloquent or inspirational. I was flicking through channels and heard Sean Hannity (whom I despise) interviewing people on the street, asking them to name one thing Obama has accomplished. They couldn't come up with one example, other than he was a street organizer in Chicago and was elected senator. Despite the fact of his immaturity and inexperience, he still might make a decent president, but Hillary has been tested and vetted both in the political, personal and administrative fields. She will hang tough and get the job done!

Andy in Texas   March 4th, 2008 7:07 pm ET

With regard to the exit poll…

Obama's getting the Latino votes he needs to win the minority vote.

The polls miss more than new voters. They miss unlisted voters. As in they miss voters that don't have landlines. The ones under 30.

swiss guest   March 4th, 2008 7:06 pm ET

Obama is the best option for the world.
Good Luck Barack, Good Night Hillary.

Switzerland for Obama.

Mike in C'ville   March 4th, 2008 7:06 pm ET

Wow! I'm happy Obama is doing so well, because all the racist come out of their rocks. Maybe this time America will step on them and wipe them from the shoe of the human race. Black people are not voting for Hil because the Clintons tried to marginalized them(us) in South Carolina. Take a look, before that happened the Clinton had the majority(plurality) of the black vote. If she does manage to steal this, (AND YES THAT IS THE ONLY WAY SHE CAN BE THE NOMINEE. Don't kid yourself!) She's going to have a hard time winning with a destroyed democratic party. Thank god I'm not a member of this inept group.

Texas gal   March 4th, 2008 7:05 pm ET

People vote for experience not color of skin, Obama does not have the experinece that Hillary does remember people vote for experience and we will be in good hands.

J O   March 4th, 2008 7:05 pm ET

One more thing to add why, did Hillary Clinton fire a hispanic woman in her team, during this campaign, if she understands people. Given the back ground of the person Hillary Clinton she needs to look at here self when she smiles it's not a pretty picture. And her reputation in Arkansas is not untarnished either. If we talk about closet issues let's see how far she last after the real issues of her dirty laundry come out.

Michelle   March 4th, 2008 7:04 pm ET

To: Webster 208 March 4th, 2008 6:08 pm ET:

Yes racism is indeed alive and well in America, and the perpetrators are the same as they have always been. I am a female African-American college student and I was originally a Hillary Clinton supporter since I believed at the time that she had the most experience for the job. However, I was utterly repelled by her behavior, along with that of her husband's in South Carolina and later states. Between Bill's comparisons of Obama's candidacy to that of Jesse Jackson's and Hillary's dismissal of the votes of the "very strong and very proud black electorate", I could no longer support a candidate who repeatedly brings up race as a means to divide the country. I have yet to hear Mr. Obama dismiss any of his losses to Ms. Clinton as a result of the strong female electorate or strong white electorate. Moreover, I find Senator Clinton's refusal to acknowledge her losses to Obama ungracious and irritating. If Senator Clinton has been losing black votes, she has only herself to blame.

I am now convinced that Obama's education and strength of character is enough to lead him to being one of the best presidents America has ever seen.

Obama '08

km   March 4th, 2008 7:04 pm ET

Say no to Hillary! former BOARD MEMBER OF WALMART!

Randy   March 4th, 2008 7:04 pm ET

Finally…the Golden Boy is getting some real criticism and negative news is being directed his way. I can't believe how delusional sooooo many Americans are. If I run for President and have little to no experience, will you elect me??? Tha't how Obama supporters are viewed. How many times have Obama supporters been asked to name ONE THING he has done, and they can't name one. The usual answer you get is, "He is so up-lifting…."…Uh, that's not an answer, AND what's so wrong with HIllary? What exactly has she done that was so wrong? Obama's camp knew from the beginning that his total lack of inexperience was going to be a problem, so they came up with the "hope" speeches and "new leadership in Washington" slogans. If you can't think of ONE thing he has ever done, then why are you supporting him for President? The best the Dems to win in NOV is with a Clinton/Obama ticket. If you ask many Hillary supporters, they say they will vote for Mccain if Obama gets the nomination because 1. They can't support Obama because of his lack of experience 2. His new-found lies on NAFTA and dealings with several people with tarnished reputations (which is hilarious because he has preached the whole time that he is not your usual politician). 3. The most important is…that so many Americans were allowed to be fooled by a young, charismatic senator who in reality has turned out to be nothing more than a liar who gives great speeches.

Hillary 08!!!!

km   March 4th, 2008 7:03 pm ET

Come on TX and OH say no to the Clinton-Bush dynasty–vote OBAMA!!!

JOHN   March 4th, 2008 7:02 pm ET

12 IN A ROW FOR OBAMA VERMONT THANK YOU.

george b   March 4th, 2008 7:02 pm ET

go hillary go

jr.   March 4th, 2008 7:01 pm ET

I think the Democrat party better do something about the Florida election those votes better count or anumber of peolpe need to be fire from the party. This is America you can't leave two states out of the election is un American you'r dealing with peoples lively hood.

Why the hate?   March 4th, 2008 7:01 pm ET

Too bad the Clinton people can only spew hate and venom at us Obama people! I don't get all the hate, sure I like Obama better and am happy to support and send money to his campaign but I could vote for Hillary if it's between her and McCain. Why the hate Clinton supporters? Do you really feel that HIllary is "owed" this election? I looked at the issues, experience and attitude and felt Obama was the best choice. You feel different! That's fine, but I don't get the attitude.

George from Minneapolis   March 4th, 2008 7:01 pm ET

One change Obama is promising… CHANGE IN CHARACTER OF THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES.

Thats change enough.

John   March 4th, 2008 7:01 pm ET

In politics,there is nothing like trust! At least in this excruciating duel of two very smart candidates! However,that is where the similarities end.I think, tonight we are going to going to go to Rhode Island and win; To Vermont and win,To Ohio and win,and finally to the lone Flag State of Texas and Win big!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Believe me and us,yes Us.Hillary is on a great surge,and is going to demonstrate to the whole USA. and the World,her(resiliency) as an accomplished Leader she is.Go!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Hillary!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Go!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!.

PJ   March 4th, 2008 7:01 pm ET

Hey Fact Man, check your facts… Obama is for war in Afghanistan and Pakistan.
Fact, Hillary was a First Lady who was seen and heard and did for us when Bill was in the White House.
Fact, Hillary has done lots for NY and won the NY primaries to back that as well as her home town.
Fact, she has her platform clearly stated on her website, (what is Obama's?)
Fact, Obama's campaign funds are poorly mismanaged and not clearly accounted for.
Fact, You need to learn to read all the articles you can, the candidate websites and you need to learn to READ BETWEEN OBAMA'S LINES.
You would be shocked if you did.

Darth Vadik, CA   March 4th, 2008 7:00 pm ET

Rj

Who has Obama backstabed exactly?
What exactly did he lie about?
What did he say that was hypocritical?

exactly, I don't know either

kathy   March 4th, 2008 6:59 pm ET

CLINTON SUPPORTERS ARE SICK OF BEING LABELED AS UNEDUCATED, LOW INCOME, OLDER VOTERS. I AM EDUCATED (PH.D), I MAKE A COMFORTABLE LIVING AND I'M RELATIVELY YOUNG (34) AND I DIDN'T VOTE FOR OBAMA AND I WON'T VOTE FOR OBAMA EVEN IF HE WINS THE NOMINATION. WHY? BECAUSE OF HIS INSULTING, IGNORANT, AND CHILDISH SUPPORTERS.

ALSO, SOMEONE ASKED WHY SPANISH VOTERS SUPPORT CLINTON. WELL, I ASK WHY DO BLACK VOTERS SUPPORT OBAMA? HE'S NEVER DONE ANYTHING FOR THEM EITHER. MOST OF THEM ARE JUST VOTING THEIR RACE. HOW INTELLIGENT IS THAT?

j. h.   March 4th, 2008 6:58 pm ET

It is well known that a lot of Hispanics consider themselves to be white so it should not be a shock to White America that more of the Hispanics vote for Hillary Clinton. What I find to be so disgusting is how shallow so called highly educated news commentators and other high profile political officials choose not to see what the Clinton campaign is doing by introducing the same negative questions about Barack Obama that were raised during his run for the U. S. Senate position that he has. Hillary does some of the same under handed things that President Bush does. If the country is fed up with him why would they vote for a female version of him? Hillary has put on more fake smiles during this campaign than she has shown during the last 35 yrs. she is always talking about. Hillary plays up to the group that has the most potential voters and says just what they want to hear. She is always talking about her vast accomplishments but the only thing she speaks of is getting a small fraction of the young children getting healthcare.

Nathan Johnson   March 4th, 2008 6:58 pm ET

TxVoter,
To make a generalization like you did is unfounded and lacking in basic common sense. I am a black man and I reside in Virginia. I did not vote for Mr. Obama or Mrs. Clinton in our primary. I voted for John McCain. As Hilary so famously states, "We need someone who can be President on day one". We need experience. Well…neither one of the democratic candidates has as much experience as John McCain. However, I will never vote for Hilary because I served in the military under her husband and he treated us like crap and I hate him for it. I lost a lot friends that you nor the rest of America ever heard about because of his unsound foreign policies If it came down to it and I had to pick one or the other democratic candidates, I would choose Mr. Obama. At least voting for the dream of change is better than voting for someone who has found a way to put positive spin on status quo.

zina   March 4th, 2008 6:57 pm ET

Everyone! Please stop the divisivness!!

We have to be united as democrats…this is taking an ugly turn. When this all began, I vowed not to vote for Hillary if she won the nomination, now I HAVE to remember that we are democrats. There's strength in our numbers. This is our year to take back the Whitehouse. Let's stick together. Either one of them is better than McCain. He wants to keep us in Iraq for 100 years!

I don't trust the Clintons, but I am no traitor. I will not vote for more WAR!

Obama '08

Alba   March 4th, 2008 6:56 pm ET

I read these comments and I'm stunned how many people use simplistic slurs like "liar" or "cheat" for these two candidates. I will be happy with either Obama or Clinton — but again, I think Clinton is the stronger option. That being said, can't we respect these people for having the nerve to run? It's because of the nasty slurs and CR*P in general that so many really good people refuse to go into politics. The candidates have to clean up their act? I think the PUBLIC has to start being a little more respectful of these people. You want really brilliant minds and truely talented people to govern? Then you better be willing to accept human beings — you know, people with flaws. Look at our icons — every great president we've ever had was a flawed person. Yes, there was mud-slinging "back in the day" — but now it's instantaneous and unrelenting. Would they have survived the mud-slinging and nastiness that we hurl non-stop at candidates today? Would they even have wanted to? WHEN ARE WE GOING TO LEARN? It's this trashiness that makes it so hard to attract really great leaders. Thank GOD we have ANYONE willing to run. My hat is off to all the candidates — not just Clinton and Obama — but McCain as well.

Another dem in California   March 4th, 2008 6:56 pm ET

As for facts, FACTMAN… the Senate did not vote for the Iraq War in 2002. They voted for the UN to go in and find proof of WMD's, which there weren't. Bush decided on war. The Dems were fighting to get the debate back to the floor, because of the UN's findings.

Jonathan TX   March 4th, 2008 6:54 pm ET

I cannot understand why anyone would vote for Hillary!!
She has absolutely no chance of winning a general election.

She is HATED by ALL Republicans + 60% of the Democrats – do the math on that one!! Most of the people I work with at a major oil company are self declared Republicans and left early today to go vote for OBAMA!!! Hillary's name has never been mentioned, except in disgust.

You will never catch a Republican voting for Hillary. Time to get real folks, if we want to get our country back.

Rj   March 4th, 2008 6:53 pm ET

comment to shirlry

What the heck are talking about???

How can you trust Obama who is saying and promising something and doing different behind closed door? This is a BLATANT BETRAYAL OF PUBLIC TRUST, A BACK STABBER, and ALL HYPOCRISY!!!

Better read and scrutinize your man? It's all over the news! – All i can say is He's a Fake!!- Obama is nothing but all LIES…..

Thank goodness some media are now looking to all allegations surrounding him and his corrupt allies…

We will beat you!!! L I A R!!!!

GO GO GO SENATOR HILLARY CLINTON!!!

THE REAL EVER!! – PROUD AMERICAN'S ARE SUPPORTING YOU ALL THE WAY TO THE WHITEHOUSE!!!

Gregory   March 4th, 2008 6:52 pm ET

Alba, according to the information I've read Barack is ahead of the popular vote by over 1 million votes…………..

I think all Obama supporters need to be ready to move the fight to Wyoming and Mississippi and then to PA. I think Barack will do well tonight winning at least 2 maybe 3 states……… the delegate count won't change, but HRC will find a way to substantiate staying in the race and further dividing the party.

Obama has closed a 20 point gap in both states despite all the negative ads, and pandering and pleading to the media by the other campaign. There is no way if Barack were behind by this many pledged delegates at this point that he would still be getting the coverage she's getting. Things look good in Texas, he's getting more of the Hispanic vote than she's getting of the African-American votes by a wide margin. Take that along with the way the delegates are divided based on voter turnout in the last election and it should be a great night in Texas. Ohio's weather may have an effect on the less than fidelis, which wouldn't apply to most Obama supporters, and may supply a surprise win.

The polls only call registered voters…………. they don't take into account the new voters Obama is bringing to the party. That's how he's able to outperform the polls like in Wisconsin. Finish strong……..

Obama '08

E H   March 4th, 2008 6:51 pm ET

Okay!!!!!! This is getting ugly. People, let's not become total idiots.

Last check none of the candidates have ever been the President of the USA. Not even Hillary.

And just for the record the "town idiot" could answer the phone at 3:00am !!! and the House of Rep and Senate will tell him what to do. Tada….it's like magic. If Hillary had ever been president she would know.

One last point … never thought I'd see the day that a newsworthy channel such and CNN would give Saturday Night Live so much credit. Now that's a photo that does not need to be on your home page….

GERRI HARRIS   March 4th, 2008 6:51 pm ET

I APPLAUD OBAMA FOR HIS STEADFAST GENTLEMANLY APPROACH TO HILLARY'S "YARD DOG" APPROACH. HEAVEN KNOWS IF HE WANTED TO GET DOWN AND DIRTY, THERE'S A BIG TRUCKLOAD OF GARBAGE HE COULD THROW AT HER. WHAT A SORDID PAST. IN ADDITION TO EVERYTHING ELSE, HAS EVERY ONE FORGOTTEN HOW THE CLINTONS TRIED TO TAKE SO MUCH OF THE WHITE HOUSE TRAPPINGS WITH THEM WHEN THEY LEFT THE WHITE HOUSE THAT DID NOT BELONG TO THEM AND HAD TO BE FORCED TO RETURN THE ITEMS? THEY CLEARLY HAVE NO SHAME, AND IF HILLARY WINS THE WHITE HOUSE, WILL BILL SIGN A PLEDGE NOT TO BOTHER THE INTERNS?

Vic, Brooklyn, NY   March 4th, 2008 6:51 pm ET

Hillary is pro-illegal immigration candidate, that is why Latinos like her. I remember when it was first pro-illegal rally in New York in center of Manhattan in 2005, Hillary was screaming into megaphone to the people with many flags of Latino Nations, that she will fight for them, for they rights. I was feeling like she had betrayed us, the New Yorkers, and have decided that never ever will vote for her and will vote against her. I don't think I'm alone.

Another dem in California   March 4th, 2008 6:50 pm ET

John Kerry just summed it all up for who the next democratic candidate should be. Unfortunately, he named the wrong one. Barack has won more states and Hillary only the big states, but take a look at what states those were. Barack's states that he has won are Republican states and won't help a Dem come November. Hillary has won all the big Democrat states and she has won swing states as well, which we all know determine a lot of elections. For John Kerry to back Barack for his 'many' wins, tells me why he failed in the last election.

singh   March 4th, 2008 6:50 pm ET

Remember guy if obama win he will be worse then bush. he hope he looses.

wilo   March 4th, 2008 6:50 pm ET

I'm voting for Michelle Obama. She got more experience and is way smarter than her lying husband plus she is so proud for the first time of America

Ted   March 4th, 2008 6:49 pm ET

Hillary's campeign has ruined what little appreciation I had left for her husband. It's too bad she's not as big a person as Mitt Romney is.

TEXAS SUPERDELEGATE ENDORSES BARACK OBAMA   March 4th, 2008 6:48 pm ET

Texas Superdelegate Endorses Barack Obama
By Sam Graham-Felsen – Mar 4th, 2008 at 5:36 pm EST

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Austin, TX – Today, Texas Democratic Party Vice Chair and Superdelegate Roy Laverne Brooks endorsed Barack Obama. Her statement is below.

“As the current Vice Chair of the Texas Democratic Party, I’ve worked for more than 20 years within this structure to make a difference in the lives of those who have needed it the most, the average working, middle and lower income people of our state and our country.

“Having worked as a hospital and hospice Chaplain, I have seen firsthand the sorrow felt by families torn by the loss of loved ones and burdened by unaffordable health care. Many working 10 to 12 hours a day, 6 to 7 days a week, and still couldn’t keep up with rising health care costs. In working as a Chaplain, as a teacher, social worker, as a representative of the ideals that attracted me and many others to this party, I believe we must dream and desire better for our communities.

“I have listened to the words of many seeking to lead this Party and to lead this nation and I believe that the words, sincerity, vision and actions of Sen. Barack Obama prove he is the best candidate to lead our nation. Senator Barack Obama has gained my trust in that he, like I, seek to bring a better life to our communities. As I strive to make this a better place for future generations, I stand for a system of inclusion, a system of change and most of all a system of fairness and equality. Senator Obama will provide affordable health care for all Americans, end the war in Iraq and provide the care our veterans deserve, and I am proud to support him today.”

VOTE FOR BARACK OBAMA – 2008

Reality check   March 4th, 2008 6:48 pm ET

Obama, meet Hurricane Hillary in Ohio! Hillary for President.

Auntie SAM   March 4th, 2008 6:47 pm ET

Don't listen to my Uncle.
He is too enthralled with Obama to see clearly.
Celebrity Worship combined with never voting before= a vote for Obama

Sherri   March 4th, 2008 6:47 pm ET

It's far from over. Rise above race folks. America is bigger and better than that. Go Obama! Si Se Puede!

singh   March 4th, 2008 6:47 pm ET

we dont need any inexperience person like bush.
go hillary

Sunny   March 4th, 2008 6:46 pm ET

To concerned TEXAN, Way to GO!!!!! YES, Vote for Hillary, she is the one.

Leah DiMarco, TX   March 4th, 2008 6:46 pm ET

The Clintons are being sued in California court because of CAMPAIGN FRAUD regarding her senate seat race!

Everyone google the lawsuit:
PETER PAUL vs. the CLINTONS

Obama '08 = the only candidate with integrity!

deb in az   March 4th, 2008 6:46 pm ET

you should make the point to john kerry the voter turnout is due to the fact that people are tired of the republican party……..bush does what he wants to do…………….. i would like to tell john kerry one thing though…….i voted for him only for the sake of getting bush out of office………mr kerry living living off the weath of his wife……………i would really look forward to the support of him and his drunk murdering friend……. if he wasnt a kennedy and a senator he would be sitting in jail…..maybe these 2 fossils need to get out of politics……..our democratic congress cant stand up against a republican president…………maybe they need to get a new job where they can learn how to have some kind of backbone all you that say you would vote for mc cain if your candidate doesnt get the nomination is crazy ………..if this is the way you feel dont show up for the general election because youre not a democrate anyway race, gender is not what this race is about its about democracy……..

singh   March 4th, 2008 6:46 pm ET

GO hillary!!!
she is the future.

IH   March 4th, 2008 6:45 pm ET

It's a sad day for America. When I look at all four contenders — huckabee, hillary, mccain and Obama — I am left with a sinking feeling because I think none of these candidates are electable. I think John Edwards would have been the best candidate, but unfortunately the imbeciles of this country have somehow become the majority.

Dave P: Iowa City, IA   March 4th, 2008 6:45 pm ET

I have a question. There is a lot of talk about Hillary winning the big states, states that the Democrats need to win to win in November. How does this matter??? If Hillary loses say Ohio and still becomes the nominee, or Obama becomes the nominee without winning a "big" state who says either of them would not win the "big" states in the general election?

BL-NYC   March 4th, 2008 6:45 pm ET

Senator Clinton has taken a beating from the press (and others) for the past few months and held her head sky high. She has proven herself an outstanding leader, she did not flinch…
On the other hand, Senator Obama has been rattled by the media for a few days and he is acting like a third grade baby… "I did not do it, she did"… Is that in fact the person we want representing us as a nation?
Not for my family… We are trillions of dollars in debt and we need strength and experience…
Obama is not ready…

J O   March 4th, 2008 6:44 pm ET

I would not vote for Hillary if her tongue was notorized by G.W Bush. She just lies about everything from experience to being the better candidate, what has she done. Being just the first lady of the white house does not prove anything. She was with her husband in the white house when, the scandal of white water went down. She did not stop it. She thinks she can jump on the back of Bill Clinton and ride his coat tail into the white house well she is wrong! Let the old meet the new. No Bill and Hillary or John and his wife. The new sheriff in town is Obama 08!

paula nugent   March 4th, 2008 6:44 pm ET

Obama should get the win for presidential delegates its time for a change. I don't think clinton has enough skills to honor out state shes just trying to be president of the united states'because she wants to be the first lady in the white house for president i dont see her making a change in the united states. She just wants to follow mr.Bill Clintons foot steps.In my opinion we should have a man to be president of the United States of America.

Joyce, NY   March 4th, 2008 6:44 pm ET

Thank you Manuel TX. I love it so much I had to repost it as much as I can.

Ellen   March 4th, 2008 6:44 pm ET

Alba – Obama is nearly 1 million votes ahead of Clinton, if you don't count the MI and FL votes that the DNC is not counting.

black panther   March 4th, 2008 6:44 pm ET

It is amazing how hispanics trust american caucasians when they are the ones trying to put up a fence to keep them out. They are the ones making laws to get them easily deported. Why would you heavily support someone who doesn't really want you hear?

Lisa   March 4th, 2008 6:43 pm ET

HILLARY ALL THE WAY TO THE END JUST LOOK AT HUCKABEE HE'S STILL STANDING AND SO ARE YOU GO ALL THE WAY!!!!!!

datalady01   March 4th, 2008 6:42 pm ET

With those kind of comments how do you demand respect. You cannot say someone is a liar or a cheater if you cannot prove it. You should use all of your energy on supporting your candidate instead of ridiculizing yourself in the public eye.

Datalady01

Kevin from Seattle   March 4th, 2008 6:42 pm ET

All I know is that if this keeps up for another month (mudslinging, TV ads misinterpreting the other candidates positions, Swift Boat Ads, etc.), this is going to divide our party because how strong the sentiment is for each candidate on this blog. Racist comments, gender comments, etc…..we keep this up another month or two….it is going to be near impossible for the nominee to unite OUR party. Any disagreement? I think we are losing sight of the big picture–McCain (Another Bush Term). We are fueling the Republicans……….I pray for no split….a decisive victory for one or the other. Edwards supporter…..voted for Obama but now I just want a victory in November and don't care who wins this.

canadianboma   March 4th, 2008 6:42 pm ET

I'm canadian and this race is certainly interesting, (democrats) now everything i have been hearing is that OBAMA would beat Mcain if they went head to head, now why would you vote for hilliary being a democrat even if you did like her policy's, she will get blown out of the water accordinfg to polls so would it not be better to have someone from your party in there rather than no one fron your party????? hmmmmmmmmmm…

Ellen   March 4th, 2008 6:42 pm ET

Great artical today on msnbc that shows, if Hillary wins all the remaining states, she will still lose, because of the way delagates are proportionately allocated. Something to do with her losing 11 staes. Check it out and ask yourself why she would choose to continue. Could she be counting on multiple lawsuites, or a backroom deal at the convention. She will go down in the ugliest of ways, by bringing us all down with her. Read the artical. It is well written. And try to relish the idea of another Republican in office. The way things are going, it is sure bet. Notice McCain is not smelling as bad as either Dem. The stench will be intolerable by convention and the country will just be happy for anyone to be president, as long as it is not a Dem. So sad to see our big chance blown by such a selfish and mean-spirited person.

Goodheart   March 4th, 2008 6:42 pm ET

Go Hillary!

Jags, TX   March 4th, 2008 6:41 pm ET

Lol.. if this gets posted I will be amazed with the luck I have been havin.. Obama is showing his true colors yall. He or members of his party have done some shady stuff recently and now he is caving under pressure.. welcome to the wrestling mats. Either take down or be taken down.

Julia   March 4th, 2008 6:41 pm ET

Funny how the Obama supporters had no comment when every single media outlet placed this man's smiling face on everything, never questioned him, and literally went after Senator Clinton every single day for WEEKS. Suddenly, when he's vetted and the media gets called on by the PUBLIC for its abundantly lopsided reporting (not by the Clinton campaign– they simply voiced what people were writing and calling in to say to the campaign and media outlets. He can't complain because he's not being courted anymore. This is a campaign. If anyone knows how this goes, it's Senator Clinton. Obama better strap a pair on if he wants to stay in this game. Lady or not, this definitely ain't her first time at the rodeo. It's not enough to have a bunch of screaming first time college age voters taking to the streets for a few weeks. This is much more serious than that and only Senators McCain and Clinton know that well.

bn   March 4th, 2008 6:41 pm ET

Hillary Clinton has the experience to begin the job at hand on day 1. Proven experience. Obama should have been her campaign manager as this is what he is good at. She has walked the walk and he just talks the talks.

shan   March 4th, 2008 6:41 pm ET

as an independant and a floridian, i didn't have the opportunity to vote/or have it counted between Hillary and Obama. Not a huge McCain fan as I don't see eye to eye with his Pro-Bush politics. On that note…I have to honestly say that i'm 100% behind the winner of the Democratic Party.

Sure after much thought, I decided that I'd prefer to see Obama win but I definately wouldn't be disappointed with a Hillary victory.

I guess all I'm trying to say is…

JANUARY 20TH CAN'T GET HERE FAST ENOUGH!!

Robert   March 4th, 2008 6:41 pm ET

You people who vote for Hillary have lost your mind.. This was the reasons why the founders of this country left England…
Bush, Clinton, Bush and now Clinton again?

You deserve what you get

Roland   March 4th, 2008 6:39 pm ET

If these numbers hold true, Obama wins by more than 5% tonight in Texas.

GO OBAMA!!!

Alba   March 4th, 2008 6:38 pm ET

I'm with Lou Dobbs in believing that this is a great race. One thing I'm not seeing in all the number-crunching by "The Best Political Team" — what is the popular vote tally so far? We see the numbers of delegates and super delegates…but if you JUST added up the actual votes in the Primaries — what does that number show? Is it just as close? For the record, I'll be happy with either Obama or Clinton — but my ex-pat vote is leaning towards Clinton. I believe she has ALWAYS had an independant (and brilliant) mind, as well as the proven history of commitment to issues I care about, and more know-how about the way Washington works.

seerifo   March 4th, 2008 6:38 pm ET

Does being older means necessarly more experience ? Some people are saying Hillary has more experience than Obama. what relevant experience she has to lead the americans ? Well, I her husband may have more experience than Obama, but then we hope it's not Bill who will lead the americans if she wins ! Wake up people, Older doesn't mean more experience

DeVone   March 4th, 2008 6:38 pm ET

worldly people that is what my grandmother would call them, the
people who dont want to here truth. Obama is not preaching
go to church youll find preaching but then id much reather be preached to then lied to people have minds ears and common
sence people know the truth and a lie the polls are afew 100
people, the last i heard there are to many of us in this country
so the polls dont say a lot
then we have the negative news coming back (old news)
so lets wait for the news paper in the morning. stop telling us
how this group is voting here that group voting there
Hillary is bad for the country she is already runnig herself down
she is not a fighter she is lost and if she do win all she say
she know she will be looking for her own thoughts

wilo   March 4th, 2008 6:38 pm ET

If Obama thinks he's so invincable and confident and the American people are so with him why not agree to let Florida and Michigan do a re vote. Let him show that he is different and inclusive Go Florida and Michigan

Roland   March 4th, 2008 6:38 pm ET

Keep in mind these numbers only account for TODAY'S vote. The early vote, which some estimate to be about 60% of the total vote, could spell out something totally different.

keith   March 4th, 2008 6:37 pm ET

I'm amazed at Clinton supporters. However, let me make a hypothetical thought for you people to consider.

If Clinton were to somehow win the Democartic nomination, besides you that have voted for her already, who else is going to vote for her?

Now remember, Hillary and her supporters have called Obama supporters – among worse things – "delusional", "stupid", "elistist", "idiots" and more .

Plus, Hillary has mocked Obama supporters time and time again. On top of that, Obama supporters strongly feel that Hillary has demeaned their candidate in the most worst republican of tactics and means

Add to that most Obama supporters – on average – are college educated folks who make over 50 thousand a year. Add to that the independents and moderate republicans who have voted for Obama

So tell me Clintonistas, how are you going to get these people to come out and vote for your candidate if she's on the ballot in November?

Answer…It's not going to happen.

singh   March 4th, 2008 6:37 pm ET

Go Hillary go!
viva Hillary
Hillary jindabad
she is the only candidate that can run this country smoothly. just like bill.

Charles   March 4th, 2008 6:37 pm ET

Edgar said: "Can anyone explain what change Obama is promising. List one no need to refer to his web site."

Sure, I'll name one: change your combat uniform for civilian clothes.

Susan   March 4th, 2008 6:37 pm ET

I just finally read up on the Peter Pauls vs. Clinton lawsuit. She has so much dirt on her we better hope Obama wins b/c the Repiblicans are going to shread her a new you know what…

Obama 08. People, do your research. Don't side with Hillary just b/c she is a woman. The Clintons are not good people. Google the Clinton body count and find out for yourself.

Natalie   March 4th, 2008 6:37 pm ET

I may be only 11, but I really think Barack has another andavntage, he has the ability of speech, thats why he fooling all the young voters, because they dont really understand the true meaning of his speeches. But Hillary has another advanage to, because she's the first women to run for president,

DC Insider   March 4th, 2008 6:37 pm ET

Hillary may claim she has the experience, but what she is really saying is that she has Bill. She has already shown numerous times that she can't take rejection and is volatile. Imagine her trying to convince the prime minister of Iran or China to change policy. When they reject her, she'll stomp her feet and cry like a 7 year old.

Obama may not have as much experience, but that's why the president has advisors. He represents change and is the only canidate with that mind set. Hillary is in it for herself only, period.

McCain, no comment. He is just the Republicans puppet a this point.

M. A.   March 4th, 2008 6:36 pm ET

Why don't Obama supporters care about his voting history, especially his dodging the vote on the IRAN resolution? He spoke out against it because he was afraid that Bush would use it as he used the Iraq resolution. Instead of standing up and being counted, he decided to stay on the campaign trail and dodge the vote. When a reporter asked why he missed that important vote, he said he apologizes for that.

k.daye   March 4th, 2008 6:36 pm ET

HILLARY 08!!!

Manuel TX   March 4th, 2008 6:36 pm ET

Oh and by the way…I should have included San Antonio's own Henry Cisneros as another Clinton cabinet appointee.

On to the caucus!

There will be no outmaneuvering…not this time!

:)

Thompson   March 4th, 2008 6:35 pm ET

Arthur-Texas: Never question another man's vote…Cast your vote and move forward…

WestCoastMessenger   March 4th, 2008 6:35 pm ET

Great news for Hillary! I really don't think there is such a thing as an Hispanic vote come election day, though. These are real Americans making thoughtful decisions.

Patrick G.   March 4th, 2008 6:35 pm ET

If your for Hillary, I think you should look up her dealings with Peter Paul. Makes her seem very hypocritical and really manipulative.

J.Mendes   March 4th, 2008 6:35 pm ET

As I read over the comments above there are many that are quite disappointing. This is not a chance to bash or even support a candidate, this should be a option for thought provoking discussion not mud slinging rubbish. Maybe before people comment they should think about what it is they want to say and try to omit their personal bias.

Cathy   March 4th, 2008 6:35 pm ET

Go Hillary, I am from Canada, and I want you to win. Canada could only be so lucky to have a leader such as you. I understand your health care program, as it is very similar to ours. Keep fighting….

shirlry   March 4th, 2008 6:34 pm ET

I don' t think Hillary can be trusted by some of the thing she is saying an doing she can turn truth into a lie .we don't need her i n office if it take lies to win.

Sue Chase   March 4th, 2008 6:34 pm ET

HILLARY WILL MAKE A GOO PREDSENT, BETTER HEM THE ONE WE HAVE, ALSO BETTER THEN ANYONE ELSE THAT IS RUNNING.

GO HILLARY…..

Ochoano   March 4th, 2008 6:34 pm ET

Darth, shut up and continue watching MTV and Oprah.

KK   March 4th, 2008 6:34 pm ET

To YOU who made the comments about Blacks "voting like dumb sheep"–you are a blatant idiot and as an African American, I am COMPLETELY insulted by your baseline, gutter-rich campaign negating any indication of intelligence on the part of Blacks who vote for Obama. Simply because a Black person votes for Barak Obama does NOT mean that he or she hasn't exercised sound judgment in determining that Barak is the most solid of candidates. You seem to be the one "voting like a dumb sheep!"–you haven't the intelligence or the ability to articulate an intelligible argument in support of your ragged position. WEEP!!!

v.ananthan   March 4th, 2008 6:34 pm ET

I think the best candidate will win both TEXAS and OHIO…

And the other candidate should give way !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Manuel TX   March 4th, 2008 6:33 pm ET

Hey Joyce from New York!!!!

I originally wrote the posting that you posted outlining why Hispanics love Hillary.

Like Deval however, I give you my full blessing to use it as many times as you like!

:)

Mike   March 4th, 2008 6:33 pm ET

See what Hillary's negativity has done to our party? I finally understand why the Right hates the Clintons so much. She fights as dirty as any Republican I've ever seen.

Vote for Obama if you want any chance of winning in November. A vote for Hillary is a vote for McCain. That's why she has Rush Limbaugh's endorsement.

The Comet 21   March 4th, 2008 6:33 pm ET

That gap is WAY smaller than expected. It was supposed to be 3 to 1 in favor of Hillary with the Hispanic vote.

P.S. Hillary purposely said that causes started earlier than they actually do on Spanish speaking channels. For some reason she thinks Hispanics are always late. On all of the other networks she had the correct time. What a slap in the face.

GDC   March 4th, 2008 6:32 pm ET

Read an educated comment: read Jane Hoffman's entry above. I am an International Security Master graduate of Georgetown University. I could not have said it better than Jane. Do your homework Americans. Yes, Obama is very charismatic, and yes, Hillary can appear a bit colder, but that is because she is seasoned, and has gone through hell and back in the 30+ years she has devoted to what she believes in. Is this a popularity contest, or is this primary supposed to help us identify the best qualified candidate.Hillary has worked long and hard and knows the issues inside out. Obama will be a great candidate in a few years, but I am afraid that while he well intentioned and a great orator, sweet words and dreams just won't get us out the hole this adminsitration has dug for us… GO HILLARY!

jmaya, iowa   March 4th, 2008 6:32 pm ET

MY FRIENDS IN TX VOTED FOR HILLARY CLINTON AND SHE TOLD THEY HARDLY FOUND ANYONE VOTING BHO IN HER AREA.

HILLARY WILL WIN WITH BIG MARGIN AND LEAD DEMOCRATIC PARTY.

U R OUR GIRL BORN TO LEAD BORN TO SERVE OUR NATION …..SALUTE HILLARY.

april   March 4th, 2008 6:32 pm ET

when will the media STOP bringing up this stupid race stats. can't they see that it is meaning nothing. people are voting for who they think can lead the country not dependent on their ethnicity. the theories they've all came up with in the past are falling by the wayside. it's time the country stops making race/ethnicity a big deal.

Shawn   March 4th, 2008 6:32 pm ET

Wow.. This woman is a different person every time i see her on T.V. If she didnt change faces soo regurarly and wasnt soo negative all the time she would definitely have my vote!!

Johnson   March 4th, 2008 6:32 pm ET

I voted for Hillary in an earlier primary and still support her, but I more firmly believe in simple math. At this point, I have begun to realize that to Hillary, this primary isn't about Americans or the Democratic party as she claims — it's about Hillary Clinton. She needs to put her personal interests aside for the good of the country. She's practically eliminated mathematically and every day she stays in the race, she only gets more desparate and negative, making things even worse.

If Hillary fumbles away a Democratic victory and breaks the party into shambles all because she puts her own interests above all else, it will be a travesty. I know I will never forgive her. All egos aside, this lopsided race needs to end.

her_highness   March 4th, 2008 6:31 pm ET

Hillary had my vote the minute I her. She is extremely magnetic and authentic. GO HILLARY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

HESTER   March 4th, 2008 6:31 pm ET

HILLARY HOW LOW CAN YOU GO SHOW YOUR TAXES.NOW///////////

Bertha Abdu   March 4th, 2008 6:30 pm ET

I hope Americans can prove to the world that they are a Democratic country by voting for the one who the larger part of Americans have already said yes to and not voting who by tradition must be voted. If is business as usual then no problem, other wise the majority of Americans have already spoken by voting for Obama.

wilo   March 4th, 2008 6:30 pm ET

Obama is a car salesmen trying to sell America a used car dressed up as a new one. You guys wanna vote for him and give him the car keys then don't forget to jump in for the ride. I'll be in the side lines watching the demolition derby in action. Put your safety belts on, your in for a bumpy ride

Jack Robertson   March 4th, 2008 6:30 pm ET

Lenny, Hillary may be a lot less hat but she is a lot more bull!

JMV, New York   March 4th, 2008 6:30 pm ET

MA, you are incorrect. Obama was referring to the chairman of the committee at the time, Senator Bob Graham who encouraged Hillary to read the National Intelligence Estimate (which she did not do). Senator Rockefeller was not chairman at the time. Senator Obama was correct in quoting Senator Graham, not Senator Rockefeller.

John   March 4th, 2008 6:30 pm ET

Obama's surge is much lower than projected by the pundits.We from the Hillary camp are calm,cool and collected.It is going to be a very significant,telling and a reminder to the supporters on the other side(Obama's) that there is a change in the wind vane for Hillary and her dedicated supporters tonight!!! Go!!!! Hillary!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Go!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Josh   March 4th, 2008 6:30 pm ET

- How could you bring change to Washington when you know nothing about how it works?

- How could you bring change to America when you have hardly brought any change to your own home-state?

- How could you bring change to the country when the country is not just run by a president, but a legislature and a judiciary?

- How could you bring change when all you have is words – from others…?

stlouis   March 4th, 2008 6:29 pm ET

Watch the Supers after tonight!!!

tc   March 4th, 2008 6:29 pm ET

Go Obama, I welcome the change. Obama has as much of a chance as Hillary to make changes if not more. Welcoming a new face in Washington. For the Hillary supporters who are stating Obama supporter are afraid REMEMBER YOUR CANDIDATE IS THE ONE IN THE DO OR DIE SITUATION AND YOUR CANDIDATE WAS THE ONE WHO LOST A DOUBLE DIGIT LEAD IN A MATTER OF WEEKS!!!!!!!

Flying Eagle   March 4th, 2008 6:29 pm ET

AMERICA HAS DIED

Manuel TX   March 4th, 2008 6:28 pm ET

This Texan voted for Hillary!

Say NO to the hype!

Go Hillary!! :)

Morris   March 4th, 2008 6:28 pm ET

This goes out to Demski in Chicago, If you can tell me at anytime in American history that the color of the candidate skins has not played a role. For several hundred years white men voted like sheep, because the only people that could vote or hold office were white man. So please spare the right-wing talking points

Jeremy   March 4th, 2008 6:28 pm ET

I am consistently amazed at the low quality of these comments.
It is discouraging and depressing.
We are a stupid nation.

Sherylanne   March 4th, 2008 6:28 pm ET

This has become a very racist competition and I blame the media.

This country has already lost no matter who wins.

Diana   March 4th, 2008 6:28 pm ET

I voted for Hillary in Florida where she had a commanding win.
The shame is it will not count. We feel cheated again in Florida,
and left out of the Democratic process.

Louisiana-American   March 4th, 2008 6:27 pm ET

Never Obama!

Vince - Phoenix   March 4th, 2008 6:27 pm ET

You know… I am TIRED, EVEN "EXHAUSTED" with having to defend my vote for Barack Obama, as a black man. I GUARANTEE, I have studied the candidates positions more than probably 95% of the people on this post. The man is BRILLIANT, has centrist positions, has COMMON SENSE positions, and HAS AN ACCOMPLISHED RECORD. (Nuclear proliferation, Ethics reform, Earmark / donor transparancy, making it so all interrogations are videotaped…)

AND HE HAD THE JUDGMENT TO COME OUT AGAINST THE WAR "AS HE WAS 'RUNNING' FOR THE SENATE", when that position 'could' have actually cost him something. Hillary only voted 'for' it as a political calucalation (so she couldn't be called on it as she ran for president). Just like she calculated a move to New York, (SO SHE COULD RUN FOR PRESIDENT).

NOW SHE RUNS A "SCORCHED EARTH" CAMPAIGN. SHE HAS LOST 11 CONTESTS IN A ROW. (she will probably win some tonight, but look what it took to do that….. negative, negative, nasty, politiking)

WHY CAN'T A BLACK PERSON JUST WANT TO TURN THE PAGE???

ARE WE ASKING THIS OF EVERY WOMAN WHO VOTES HILLARY???

Suzanne   March 4th, 2008 6:27 pm ET

GO HILLARY GO!! I'M FROM INDIANA AND I HOPE AND PRAY TO GOD THAT THE PEOPLE IN THIS STATE DO THE RIGHT THING AND VOTE FOR HILLARY….HILLARY ALL THE WAY!!!

tom   March 4th, 2008 6:27 pm ET

hey m.a. good point i agree i was starting to think that hillary was the onlyt one who voted for the war

ss   March 4th, 2008 6:27 pm ET

Obama supporters need to know one thing that even if he wins the primaries he does not have chance with John McCain. No experience never takes a risk and hides every time that there is a tough choice to vote.

Mr. B.   March 4th, 2008 6:27 pm ET

Get the tissue's ready for Hilliary….and her supporters !

America Is Ready
Obama 08

JL   March 4th, 2008 6:26 pm ET

No for Obama
Yes for Clinton =)

VOTE HILLARY 08!

ao   March 4th, 2008 6:26 pm ET

How can CNN post exit polls before the end of voting?

Also, please don't call Hillary a lier unless you hold a actual proof of it NOT an allegation of some involvement.

If there is a lier it is Obama and his double talk to Canada and US voters.

Oh yeah, all those who say Canadians excused Obama, read their DIPLOMATIC statement – they are only sorry they CONVEYED such message – they NEVER DISPUTE the message itself. Welcome to the language of diplomacy (and look up word convey in dictionary – it relates to effect NOT cause, as we SORRY it got out, not denying it happened).

Please CNN post or, please email me if you deem it inappropriate with an explanation. No hard feelings here, if I receive your explanation.

tc   March 4th, 2008 6:26 pm ET

Just like the democratic party, blacks and hispanics must unite! Polls so far are in line with projections.. Any polls on the non black or non hispanics vote?

Berkeley   March 4th, 2008 6:26 pm ET

Sure Mary, Obama will come with his developer friend and fund raiser from Chicago.
Great dignity!

minority   March 4th, 2008 6:25 pm ET

Hispanics are loving and god-fearing people and while Obama brings hope, Hilary brings love and among the three virtues, Hope, faith and Love, love is the best. Hilary…first lady president!!!

rachae   March 4th, 2008 6:25 pm ET

What about all the women voting for Hillary. Are they also like sheep with what is apealing to there eyes. When Hillary tried to down play Martin Luther King's play in civil rights she was done with the black community. Now you see her trying to reconnect. It was very insulting for the women married to the man who had been proclaimed by the black community as the first black president. There are also blacks who are supporting McCain, Nador and just not Hillary.

a foreign student in US   March 4th, 2008 6:25 pm ET

Why the media is not discussing about how all blacks vote ONLY for Obama. The percentage is way higher than any other population. Therefore, this is a real problem in this country. How can you say that he is not divisive? Almost entire black population reject other candidates, and only choose the people of their own color. To the media, how can you hold your conscious and say this is not divisive???

Eunice, Maryland   March 4th, 2008 6:25 pm ET

America is getting a Maddam President.

Hillary all the way to the White House. It is a done deal.

Go Hillary!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! 08

Goodheart   March 4th, 2008 6:25 pm ET

Go Hillary! Obama will be exposed soon for the unqualified, inexperienced candidate he is.

colleen   March 4th, 2008 6:25 pm ET

I hope hillary loses the nomination i'm tired of bill and hills brand of politics smear bloody and secretive. they will never ever change so the voters will have to

vic nashville,Tn   March 4th, 2008 6:25 pm ET

She is back

Gary   March 4th, 2008 6:25 pm ET

These numbers don't mean anything without knowing what turnout is like amongst these groups. Given that the two minorities are of a similar size in Texas what would be really helpful is finding out whether their turnout is proportionate or higher.

Fact Man   March 4th, 2008 6:25 pm ET

Hillary Clinton doesn't have a problem with Barrack Obama.
Hillary Clinton doesn't have a problem with voters.
Hillary Clinton doesn't have a problem with the media.

Hillary Clinton merely has a problem with facts.

FACT: Hillary Clinton has fewer years of experience as an elected offical than Barrack Obama.

FACT: Hillary Clinton has won fewer states in the Democratic Primaries.

FACT: Hillary Clinton has fewer votes cast for her in the Democratic Primaries.

FACT: Hillary Clinton has won fewer pledged delegates in the Democratic Primaries.

FACT: Hillary Clinton voted for the war.

FACT: Hillary Clinton supported NAFTA as one of her husband's greatest accomplishments.

FACT: Hillary Clinton's husband was one of only 3 US Presidents impeached by the House of Representatives.

FACT: Hillary Clinton is not going to be the next President of the United States.

LatinoNation   March 4th, 2008 6:24 pm ET

I see the the anger and the hate is here today ? I hope everyone can vote and for those who like to start stuff why dont you grow up and be happy that at least all of americans have a voice !

tom   March 4th, 2008 6:24 pm ET

obama attacks or comments are increasing because for the first time things are comiung out and people are finally asking who is this guy im voting for that i know nothing about

ng   March 4th, 2008 6:24 pm ET

If reader comments on CNN are any indication, then it appears that democratic race is definitely getting divisive. Supporters of Clinton and Obama are posting more and more bitterly negative comments about the other candidate.

I hope that the democrats who are mudslinging on these message boards do not loose sight of the big picture or else they will have to live with Bush III for the next four years!!!

Eric   March 4th, 2008 6:23 pm ET

Hillary will never be President. Its not that America does not want a woman. America does not want her or that parasitic adolescent she is married to. Can anyone really stomach the thought of Billy back in the white house, running loose with nothing to do except spend our tax dollars on Cuban cigars and masturbating in the oval office? The fact is that IF her super D's thwart the will of the electorate, then the Obama vote will back McCain and we'll just wait out the next four years. At least the sheets will be clean and he'll leave the china.

Las Cruces, NM

smart grrl in ls mo   March 4th, 2008 6:23 pm ET

The racial tension is getting thick

texas   March 4th, 2008 6:23 pm ET

texas for obama…omg you guys should go voting place it is all about obama…..IM SURE HE IS GONA TAKE TEXAS EASY,……

Jen   March 4th, 2008 6:22 pm ET

So happy for Hillary's victories tonight! She's going to win big… bye bye Obama!

No Billary!!!   March 4th, 2008 6:22 pm ET

IF Hillary wins, this will be the first time in my adult life that I will not vote! She is too divisive. If there is any such thing as a Republican Democrat, she is it!

No More White House Dynasty!!!

And don't you just love how she tricked the media into trying to take Obama out??? CNN is about as dumb as the other media outlets for taking the bait

Also, why does it seem that most of the Clinton supporters on this blog have to result to racists comments? Guess they are uneducated.

JMV, New York   March 4th, 2008 6:21 pm ET

Fortunately, Eli, Senator Obama represents both the thoughtful vote and the inspired vote. He has more experience in elected office, the same amount of experience in foreign affairs, and only one fewer terms in the US Senate. He's been endorsed by the chair of the Senate Intelligence Committee and a senior member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee who both cite their unyielding belief that he is better equipped to handle the fragile state of our reputation worldwide.

Obama '08!

D.   March 4th, 2008 6:21 pm ET

Hillary Clinton 2008.

Texas, Ohio, Vote for Her!

Shannon   March 4th, 2008 6:21 pm ET

Jade, is that how you want your candidate to win, by lying. Give us a break, do you think we buy your crap about intimidation at your polling location. Did you learn how to lie from Obama, who is now saying his words were misuderstood at a meeting he first said never happened. Why is it, not one Obama supporter can't say what he stands for besides hope and change, and without insulting Hillary Clinton. Jade, you are a pathetic example of all that is wrong with this country.

Joyce, NY   March 4th, 2008 6:21 pm ET

Carl, here's the answer to your question.

Why do Hispanics like Hillary?

Glad you asked.

One of the reasons that Hispanics respect both Clintons is federal appointments and their championing of diversity.

During his 8 years in office Bill Clinton had 366 federal judicial appointments including 104 women, 23 Hispanics, 5 Asian Americans, 1 Indian American, and 61 African Americans.
Clinton famously stated in 1992 that his cabinet would look like America, and he followed through with real diversity in his appointments including cabinet positions for the following Hispanics, Frederico Peña, Bill Richardson, Aida Alvarez.

Overall Bill Clinton appointed more women to his cabinet that any other president in history with 11 total appointments including:
Madeleine Albright, Laura D'Andrea Tyson, Janet Reno, Donna Shalala, Alexis Herman, etc.

Bill Clinton had 2,160 total senate confirmed appointments of which 592 were women. Both Hillary and Bill have promoted diversity…real diversity and they have delivered.

Hillary is not a stranger to the Hispanic community. Her long-term fight for healthcare for children and for universal healthcare resonates with Hispanic communities. She has consistently promoted the interests of Hispanic communities. And she certainly is not a stranger to areas like south Texas.

Obama has no track record with Hispanics at the federal level and a very limited record in Illinois.

Everyone accuses Hillary Clinton and her husband of being divisive. Well, isn't that exactly what Michelle Obama is when she says she will not vote for anyone BUT her husband! What arrogance and hubris!!
Everyone criticizes Hillary because they feel Bill will influence how she will run the country. Well at least he has experience – and things were better while he was in power than they have been at anytime during the last 7!!

If Obama wins, it appears clear that Michelle will want to have her say as to how the White House will be run. Well, two people with no experience do not equal one with experience.

America is so desparate for a saviour that they have created one in Obama – like he is the second coming of Christ ready to save the world!! He is a man – just a man- a politician no less, who is making so many promises he is sure to fail. Wake up people.

MNDem   March 4th, 2008 6:21 pm ET

I'm not sure exit polls really mean anything this time around as so many people in both states voted early. We'll see I guess.

spirit of america   March 4th, 2008 6:20 pm ET

Hillary wins Ohio. Big. That will happen if this small poll of two precincts in NE Ohio taken this morning is an indication of things statewide: 92% of the Democratic voters cast their vote for Hillary Clinton. 84 Democratic voters responded, and 78 said they voted for Hillary and only 6 voted for Barack. A victory for Hillary, and America, is in the works.

TS   March 4th, 2008 6:20 pm ET

All the talk is about race with Obama but their has been no media coverage regarding the obvious sexism that Hilliary has been facing with men of all races and women.

Ardnuas   March 4th, 2008 6:20 pm ET

We don't believe everything the media says….. THEY WANT TO KEEP THIS RACE GOING SO THEY CAN HAVE HIGH RATINGS !!!!!!
Obama is for ALL Americans !!!!!
Obama/Edwards08 Si Se Puede

No Billary!!!   March 4th, 2008 6:20 pm ET

IF Hillary wins, this will be the first time in my adult life that I will not vote! She is too divisive. If there is any such thing as a Republican Democrat, she is it!

No More White House Dynasty!!!

And don't you just love how she tricked the media into trying to take Obama out??? CNN is about as dumb as the other media outlets for taking the bait!

TxVoter   March 4th, 2008 6:20 pm ET

I cant believe how prejudiced the black community is being in this election. Voting for someone just because he/she has the same skin color is a joke. Ask the people of New Orleans about their elected officials and how that's working out.

Think for yourself!!!

Delores Williams   March 4th, 2008 6:20 pm ET

Good job Hillary. I am black and I voted for you. Obama needs experience not popularity or clever speech.

No Billary!!!   March 4th, 2008 6:20 pm ET

IF Hillary wins, this will be the first time in my adult life that I will not vote! She is too divisive. If there is any such thing as a Republican Democrat, she is it!

No More White House Dynasty!!!

And don't you just love how she tricked the media into trying to take Obama out??? CNN is about as dumb as the other media outlets for taking the bait!!!!

Rick   March 4th, 2008 6:20 pm ET

Hillary Haters discrediting her? That isn't necessary……..she manages to talk out of BOTh sides of her mouth, and changes the truth to satisfy her argument.

Obama is disingenuous, so neither on is worth your vote, I'm afraid.

Jack   March 4th, 2008 6:20 pm ET

God bless America and gives wisdom to its people in order to choose right. Whatever

No Billary!!!   March 4th, 2008 6:19 pm ET

IF Hillary wins, this will be the first time in my adult life that I will not vote! She is too divisive. If there is any such thing as a Republican Democrat, she is it!

No More White House Dynasty!!!

And don't you just love how she tricked the media into trying to take Obama out??? CNN is about as dumb as the other media outlets for taking the bait!!!

Mary   March 4th, 2008 6:19 pm ET

Hillary lost 11 in a row. Even if she wins all four contests tonight, it's hardly a win. "The fact is that Barack Obama is on the winning side." Bring "real" dignity back to the white house.

Obama 2008

Elle   March 4th, 2008 6:19 pm ET

Hispanic college educated female here. Simply stated, I want to see a strong , resilient president, male or female. But there is something about Barrack that I just don't trust. Maybe he is too slick, too polished, and probably biting off more than he can chew. I hope Hill wins. Just my opinion.

Berkeley   March 4th, 2008 6:19 pm ET

Obama people….you are going down.
By the way, Hispanic people, that's me, remember that during the Clinton administration everybody had the best years of the last 40.
It is to bad that some of you either forgot or never experinced them.
Hillary just got started!

No Billary!!!   March 4th, 2008 6:18 pm ET

IF Hillary wins, this will be the first time in my adult life that I will not vote! She is too divisive. If there is any such thing as a Republican Democrat, she is it!

No More White House Dynasty!!!

RAFi68   March 4th, 2008 6:18 pm ET

what a person he is not the president yet and he is allready nagotiating with canada behing doors . our country is not a game people think , think, he is a men in a suit change will be a women ……

Lenny   March 4th, 2008 6:18 pm ET

YAHOOO!!!! This Texan Cowboy today voted for Hillary Clinton!! She's a lot less Hat and more Cattle!!

NOBAMA!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Hillary '08!

David, Dumfries, VA   March 4th, 2008 6:17 pm ET

Hey Carl..

CLINTON IS ONLY winning votes with Latins because she lied. SHE Made the statement "no women are illegal" to get immigrant votes . A Slap in the face to Americans competing for those construction jobs. I understand why Mexicans are voting for her. However I don't understand how an American citizen born in this country would.

Lets hope Ohio doesnt ruin it for us all.

Eli   March 4th, 2008 6:17 pm ET

I watched a show on PBS last week that had a gentleman that said they had be transporting people to vote for the last two or three weeks everyday. This was an African American and from the way he talked thats who he was transporting . So there will be a large absentee vote for OBAMA. I said that to say these were people that they could not count on if they waited for the election day. Most normally would not go vote. It is along racial lines when it come to this. I am ashamed to say that we have moved so far to actually be taking steps back. Please vote with your head not your heart.

Arizonian   March 4th, 2008 6:17 pm ET

Hillary or McCain in 08. Say no to little baby Obama!

Frustrated with CNN   March 4th, 2008 6:16 pm ET

I've noticed that the blogs have been overwhelmingly favorable towards Hillary Clinton this past week, as Obama is becoming "warmed over soup" So, naturally virtually every news article about the primaries — yesterday, on THE day before these important primaries — was unavailable to blog. Today they're pretty my all open to blog — a little late, CNN. I've lost an enormous amount of respect for you, and my loyalty to CNN is Gone, Baby, Gone!

Naluem   March 4th, 2008 6:16 pm ET

It is so Sad to be able to predict the Hispanic brain. I mean, I don't know if they are biased, or the media thinks they just can't think for themselves. If I were Hispanic, this comment would make me very upset. Why are the hispanics, thought of us some low-level people. Whose prediction can be known way ahead of time?

Claustro   March 4th, 2008 6:16 pm ET

Wonder why all the Red states went to Obama? Could it be because the Republicans are being utterly brilliant this time and working the system like it was an American Idol contest? I can't believe I'm going to say this, but I actually feel sorry for Obama.

tom   March 4th, 2008 6:16 pm ET

thank you hispanics pennsylvania loves you all ..she will help yiou the most because she does care

Arthur-Texas   March 4th, 2008 6:16 pm ET

Hispanics are overwhelmingly supporting our girl Hillary.She has done so much for us.She has also done a lot for Black people,so I don't understand why they vote for Obama.He can never achieve what the Clintons have done for the welfare of America.

To Webster 208   March 4th, 2008 6:16 pm ET

You hit the nail on the head. If they both are so close in their political views then why is Obama so far ahead with the black vote.

Yet they are the first ones to cry racisim.

RAFi68   March 4th, 2008 6:16 pm ET

obama is mad now because he is been ask real question finally by the media , he was ask a question and he walk way from then why will he do that if he does not have anything to hide and he is honest , why , why , why , uuuummmm

Thompson   March 4th, 2008 6:15 pm ET

Jenny MA: You have got to be kidding me.. "panic". If you want to see "panic," take a closer look at your candidate. Eleven in a row…I forgot who Obama was running against.

Mase7   March 4th, 2008 6:15 pm ET

Trust Hillary is going to destroy the party at all cost she knows what she has to do. She wants kill Obama she will do it anyway she can.

Obama Girl II   March 4th, 2008 6:15 pm ET

Carl,
They are confused. Besides, it is a minority battle.

Brian   March 4th, 2008 6:14 pm ET

Just as long as the Hillary voters stay home tonight and the committed Obama voters go caucus, this is a steal! That's right, stay home and watch television like a good lazy half-hearted Clinton backer – let the Obama people do the real work…

William Grigley   March 4th, 2008 6:13 pm ET

Hillary Clinton is not to be trusted! It's as simple as that!

Law Student   March 4th, 2008 6:12 pm ET

With all the early voting that has already taken place, it would be ignorant to focus on the exit polling for an accurate prediction of such a close race. From what I've seen here in Texas, many of the younger voters are anxious and excited, and have already made their ways to the poll to vote for Obama. Hopefully, CNN and others keep this in mind before declaring the race for one party or another tonight…

M. A.   March 4th, 2008 6:12 pm ET

Regarding Obama's initial comment that Jay Rockefeller voted against the Iraq resolution when, in fact, he voted FOR it, brings me to my comment.

Ever since Obama began to campaign, his core criticism of Hillary has been that he was against the war and Hillary voted for it. Therefore, I think that he should not have accepted endorsements from any senator who voted the same way Hillary did. But he happily accepted the endorsements of Ted Kennedy, John Kerry, Joe Lieberman and Jay Rockefeller and each of them voted the same as Hillary did.

Gabby   March 4th, 2008 6:12 pm ET

Well kudos to Obama he is doing better with the Hispanic voters then was projected. I feel for the Obama voters that are dealing with such things at the polling stations, stand tall and cast your vote to change things and make a new beginning. Cast your vote and be proud. Every step of the changes that have been made throughout history in the U.S.A. came with people like yourselves doing what they believe in.

Obama 08 :)

Darth Vadik, CA   March 4th, 2008 6:11 pm ET

Some Hillary supporters actually think Hillary will win Texas and Ohio,

Ok Mr. and Mrs. disillusion,

the other 11 contests were supposed to be close too

until Obama blew Hillary out.

She is done, she cant get enough delegates, it is mathematicaly impossible, she is our Mike Huckabee.

snnn   March 4th, 2008 6:10 pm ET

NOBAMAS

Francie   March 4th, 2008 6:10 pm ET

Madame President ~ the White House is waiting for you!

Royalty   March 4th, 2008 6:09 pm ET

Billary is a a machine. A self serving hypocrite and it's too bad not enough Latinos understand this. And where are her tax returns? What is she hiding? If the US votes for another 4 years of the Bush Clinton era, nothing will change, the world will still hate us and China will continue to become the emerging most powerful and supported country in the world.

Puddytat   March 4th, 2008 6:09 pm ET

Hillary – you hang in there … if Huckabee drops out … you're my candidate. … McCain is delusional if he thinks people will fall in line behind him ….
and when you get the opportunity to throw it in his face …. make sure you let people know that his arrogant response to DEBATE HUCKABEE was …

" I don't have time to debate a struggling candidate". I will never forget that "CHICKEN" remark. then that weekend he had a BBQ with his filthy rich friends.

golfgirl   March 4th, 2008 6:08 pm ET

As expected, the Hillary haters know only one way and that is to spew untruths in an effort to discredit her and her campaign. So typical and unfortunately so easy to predict. Grow up!

Moe Hong   March 4th, 2008 6:08 pm ET

I live in Dallas. Hillary supporters were executing all non-white and non-hispanic voters on the spot. Obama voters were giving out $5000 checks to every black voter.

You people are ridiculous. Grow up. Democracy doesn't work without your help, and right now all you're doing is killing what makes us great.

Webster 208   March 4th, 2008 6:08 pm ET

When you have 2 candidates running with basically identical policy positions, how can one ethnic group vote 85% for one candidate unless ethnicity itself was the major factor in deciding which candidate to support? In other words, the decision to vote or not to vote for a particular candidate was based on race/ethnicity. I will leave it to you to figure out if racism is alive in this country, and who is in the receiving end of it.

changing times   March 4th, 2008 6:08 pm ET

MY, how times have changed… This is what Hillary said in Iowa when she thought she had it sewn up:

"I am not interested in attacking my opponents. I am interested in attacking the problems of America, and I believe we should be turning up the heat on the Republicans; they deserve all the heat we can give them…
So, when the Republicans engage in fear-mongering and saber-rattling and talk about World War III, what do we do to them? Turn up the heat!"

Now the heat's on HER, and she's spewing forth as much garbage as she can dream up. She's NOT to be trusted…

Bayou Joe   March 4th, 2008 6:08 pm ET

Carl we love Hillary not the Clintons because they are decent homegrown americans that we can identify with. Hispanics have no connection to Obama thus no allegiance to him and his followers.
Hispanics will carry Lady Clinton in Texas and Ohio. Nothing personal just business.

Ashes   March 4th, 2008 6:07 pm ET

Carl, the reason there is a lot of support for Clinton with the hispanics is that back in the 70s Clinton spent time going door to door to register them to vote. It took guts to do that and they remember and appreciate that. Plus, universal healthcare is also something the hispanic community supports.

Uncle Sam   March 4th, 2008 6:07 pm ET

What do you get when you combine unbridled anger with a lack of education? A vote for Hillary in 2008!

rachae   March 4th, 2008 6:07 pm ET

I am not voting for Hillary, she has played the race and will do anything to win. If she wins I won't vote for her and I will probably vote for Nader.

Jane Hoffman   March 4th, 2008 6:07 pm ET

I am a Masters Student of Political Science at Cal State Northridge. I am tired of the mudslinger type comments like the one directly below me. If anyone know how much crap the Clintons have had to endure in their time, they wouldn't make these comments. They are fighters, do gooders and hard workers. Obama hasn't even begun to face media scrutiney. Being a Clinton supporter doesnt make us an Obama opposer, people like myself feel it is a more educated choice. So please do your research before you mudsling and make American a worse place for politics.

jp/michigan   March 4th, 2008 6:07 pm ET

The media has made this about race and gender. As American voter , just give us the facts so we can make our own choices. Many of us where to use the Internet to get our facts, because the media zeroed in ,how many black or white votes a candidate get, to how many men or women vote for a candidate.

De Quency   March 4th, 2008 6:07 pm ET

I don't trust Hillary Clinton and if by a chance she wins the Democratic nomination, I will vote for McCain…

Patrick   March 4th, 2008 6:06 pm ET

The woman seems to receive praise from bashing, mocking, humiliating. Why is it that Obama states facts and he is not commended, but this woman spews garbage and the world is at her feet.

I do not understand how one as two sided as that woman can even make it this far. I am worried for the world if she makes it into office.

Demski, Chicago, IL   March 4th, 2008 6:05 pm ET

Well, this democrat nomination thing is getting more about skin colors. Majority of the blacks vote like dumb sheep for OBAMA because he has their skin. They vote not based on critical issues in US economy and its foreign policies but from what appeals to their eyes. What a shame!

William Grigley   March 4th, 2008 6:05 pm ET

I think Hillary should pack her bags and go home. We as American's
want change. We are tired of the same old stories. Yea to Obama!

Carl   March 4th, 2008 6:03 pm ET

Not to sound ignorant, but can someone explain to me exactly why Hispanics overwhelmingly LOVE Clinton? I really don't remember Hillary or Bill ever doing anything for them in 8 years in the White House, though I can't honestly say I was keeping close tabs on the issue. Additionally, all of Clinton and Obama's immigration policies are exactly the same. It just doesn't make much sense to me, but there must be something I'm missing here?

Jenny MA   March 4th, 2008 6:03 pm ET

To Jade: Your polling station???????????/

Please do not cry !!!!!!!!!!!!!!! You know Obama will lose, right?

Hillary 2008 GOGOGO
Hillary 2008 GOGOGO!!!!!

kevin   March 4th, 2008 6:02 pm ET

wh do you have a vote in the presties that on the vote

Edgar   March 4th, 2008 6:02 pm ET

Can anyone explain what change Obama is promising. List one no need to refer to his web site. And please don't say typical DC politics because if that is change then what your talking about is that everyone in DC is going to follow him.

Thomas   March 4th, 2008 6:02 pm ET

I am from Cleveland. just came from voting. There were Obama campaign people at my polling station who were giving free food and water to Obama supporters and booing at Clinton supporters

Concerned Texan   March 4th, 2008 6:02 pm ET

Well this Texan voted for Hillary!!!!!!!!!!!

NOBAMA08

Jen, Altamira   March 4th, 2008 6:02 pm ET

And the lying Mike, read Jade.

Disenfanchised   March 4th, 2008 6:02 pm ET

May be some day in AMERICA the media will not deem it necessary to specify the color of the people ovoting. Maybe someday we will all just be Americans voting at the polls.

kevin   March 4th, 2008 6:02 pm ET

hi
what is that you in vote???

Jenny MA   March 4th, 2008 6:01 pm ET

You Obama's supports are in panic right now…

Let's see the final result tonight!!!!!!!!!!11

Meet Hillary in OHIO.. ,..

2008 For Hillary!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Anonymous   March 4th, 2008 6:01 pm ET

start watching BBC ..
really unbiased, only news, only facts ,no opinons, no junk.

Brian   March 4th, 2008 6:01 pm ET

Where was this exit poll taken?

MARYLOU JONES   March 4th, 2008 6:01 pm ET

GO HILLARY!! COME ON TEXAS, BRING OUR GAL HOME! SHE WILL BE THE BEST PRESIDENT TO TURN THINGS AROUND IN THIS COUNTRY. WE NEED EXPERIENCE!!! VOTE FOR HILLARY!

Edgar   March 4th, 2008 5:59 pm ET

Jade – please get better comments or words to list! Stay with the issues and the change that Obama is preaching to us all!

Mike   March 4th, 2008 5:57 pm ET

Here it goes….. the racist comments……….

Jade   March 4th, 2008 5:57 pm ET

I am in cleveland. just came from voting. there were Clinton campaign people at my polling station who were challenging black and "ethnic" voters right to vote.

Darth Vadik, CA   March 4th, 2008 5:57 pm ET

HILLARY'S A LIAR AND A CHEATER, thats why her negatives are going up all the time,

that is why you lose a 20 point lead in a week and a half

BEACUSE YOU'RE A LIAR AND A CHEATER HILLARY

NO TO LIARS
NO TO CHEATERS
NO TO HILLARY

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