March 5, 2008
Posted: 02:10 PM ET

WASHINGTON (CNN) — Congressional Democrats settled in Wednesday for an extended fight to the presidential nomination after Tuesday's primaries failed to produce a clear frontrunner, while at least one Democratic leader urged party officials to let the electoral process take its course.

House Speaker Nancy Pelosi said now is not the time for party officials to wade into the fight over the Democratic presidential nomination.

"I think the electoral process has to work its way," she told reporters. "There are still many voters unheard from yet, and I think that our candidates both have the capacity to inspire, to bring out a big vote that will hold us in good stead in November, and I think that now is not the time for anybody to weigh in."

Many party officials are superdelegates, but Pelosi aides said that the speaker was cautioning party officials against pushing for a quick end to the nomination process rather than warning any who are superdelegates not to commit to a candidate.

Pelosi said she is confident the nominee will be decided before the Democratic convention in August.

She said she was "never among those who believed this would be resolved by now," and argued that the prolonged campaign is good for the party, offering Democrats a chance to "make a clear distinction" about their differences with Republicans on a range of issues.

She pointed to Iraq, noting the Democratic candidates are talking about "responsible redeployment versus a 100-year-war that Senator McCain has spoken about."

She was referring to McCain's comment that even after fighting ends, U.S. troops might remain in Iraq for up to 100 years, just as U.S. troops have remained in South Korea for more than half a century after the fighting there stopped.

House Democratic Caucus Chairman Rahm Emanuel, D-Ill., also hammered McCain on Iraq, saying, "Under President Bush and with John McCain's support, America's economy has been hijacked by Iraq and our investment there."

Democratic senators joined Pelosi in appearing confident the party will unite behind the eventual nominee and being largely unconcerned about the prospects of a lengthy battle.

"I don't think it's a bad thing," said Sen. Joe Biden, D-Del., a former candidate who said the race is "far from over."

"At the end of the day we will unite to prevent another Republican from making it in the White House," he said.

Sen. Patrick Leahy, D-Vt., agreed. "Most of us think that (Sen. John) McCain is nothing but a third term for (President) Bush," he said. "That in of itself should unite the party."

Other Senate Democrats said that so long as Sens. Hillary Clinton and Barack Obama don't turn too negative against each other, the extended campaign could help whoever wins the nomination.

"We know the (Republican) attack machine is going to go after them in the general election. So to have the strongest candidate battle-tested is a good thing," said Sen. Charles Schumer, D-N.Y., a Clinton supporter. "Obviously we don't want the fighting to get too sharp-edged, but so far so good."

Sen. Ben Nelson, D-Neb., an Obama supporter, said a lot of people are "wringing their hands" like Hamlet. But he called that "premature."

"Competition is good," he said. "All the media attention, until whatever date this is over, will be about Obama-Clinton and Sen. McCain is standing on the side saying, 'what about me?'"

But one Democratic senator, Amy Klobuchar of Minnesota, said she is already concerned the campaign has become too nasty.

"I just think we're going to have to be very careful that these two candidates don't tear each other apart because both are worthy, worthy people and would make excellent presidents," she said. "I was concerned about what we saw in the last week."

Sen. John Tester, D-Mont., said a lengthy fight for the nomination has the potential to divide the party, but he said he is confident Obama and Clinton will be "as professional as possible."

Tester said he has yet to endorse a candidate. He said he will base his decision in part on the popular vote from the June Montana primary, but will also weigh who he thinks has the best chance to beat McCain in the general election.

Sen. Robert Menendez, D-N.J., argued Clinton is the best for the general election because she has done so well with Latino voters and has won key big states.

"I don't know how it is possible to win the general election if you cannot win in the Southwest, if you can't win Ohio, places like Florida," he said. "These are the key places to win the electoral vote."

–CNN Congressional Producers Deirdre Walsh, Ted Barrett and Kate Bolduan


(updated 6 p.m. ET with additional reporting)

Filed under: Congress • Nancy Pelosi


Manuel TX   March 5th, 2008 2:24 pm ET

Don't suppress the voters from MI and FL.

Count all votes.

Either revote both or count FL and revote MI. :)

Adam, LV, NV   March 5th, 2008 2:25 pm ET

Sounds like the party want's this to end, and want's the superdelegates to decide it, one way or the other….

Look for a round of crazy endorsments the next few days… Probably including Edwards and Richardson. Though why has Pelosi not opened her mouth yet.

Jeremy   March 5th, 2008 2:26 pm ET

Yes. It is time for Obama to bow out. Thank you. Stop your cult slogan "Yes, we can!".

"Yes, we can!""Yes, we can!""Yes, we can!""Yes, we can!""Yes, we can!"…. But HOW can you?

Brian   March 5th, 2008 2:26 pm ET

I'm glad the Rep. Pelosi has finally spoken on the issue. She has basically called the superdelegates to the carpet - "go with your constituency or it will damage the party."

Paul   March 5th, 2008 2:27 pm ET

Hillary,

You are the best candidate we have, and having Mr. Obama as your VP will train him to be President of America in the years to come.

Hillary 08,

Ohio, Texas, and Rhode Island you showed America that you stand with her and believe in our party!

HILLARY -PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

sandi   March 5th, 2008 2:27 pm ET

So I guess that means the superdelegates are off the table as well…

vanchava   March 5th, 2008 2:27 pm ET

I believe so too. Unless Clinton wins by landslides the superdelegates will flock to Obama aide. I think we all know whats at stake here. TODAY ONLY, OBAMA HAS ALREADY GAINED 3 SUPERDELEGATES

Democrats...   March 5th, 2008 2:28 pm ET

Right on………..everyone should be able to vote BEFORE super-delegates announce their choices. I wonder how Senator Kennedy feels that his state did not support his choice?

Randi   March 5th, 2008 2:29 pm ET

I think that this should go to convention. Obama supporters keep saying that the math is not adding for her to be the candidate, so she should get out. They seem to forget that he won't get enough delegates either!!!!! So, it seems that they are afraid to let her make it to the convention, because they know she can beat him in the end.

GO HILLARY!!!!!

Sis   March 5th, 2008 2:29 pm ET

I certainly hope it is not Hillary. Voters needs to know that real change is not a Clinton in a pantsuit.

jessica   March 5th, 2008 2:29 pm ET

YES AND IT WILL BE HILLARY!

SHE IS AMERICA'S HOPE! WE LOVE YOU HILLARY

VOTE HILLARY
VOTE HILLARY
VOTE HILLARY

LeAnn   March 5th, 2008 2:29 pm ET

Mathematically, Hilary CAN'T win! And if the super delegates step in and steal the nomination from Obama, I guarantee you…
THERE WILL BE A BLACK OUT OF THE VOTE!!
Meaning… Democrats will leave the party and go elsewhere! (Independent or Republican… but no one wants a third term of BUSH… so it will most likely be independent)
Don't believe me?!

Just wait and see…. we are already geared up and ready to go!

California Independent   March 5th, 2008 2:29 pm ET

What is she talking about? Her guy supposedly has a bunch of supers to trot out as soon as he can show a couple more wins. He would have done it today, but the wins weren't there. He will do it when he takes Mississippi in an effort to slow her before Penn. Maybe she is just trying to stop anyone for declaring for Clinton.

Why are some Democratic leaders complaining about a long drawn out process when they are the ones that scheduled a long drawn out process? If they didn't want primaries in June, why schedule them. They need to shut up and let the voters vote.

ZedLoch   March 5th, 2008 2:29 pm ET

This voice of moderation and conciliation needs to get stronger before the democratic party rips itself in half. Is 5 months enough to repair the damage Obama and Clinton could do to each other in the next 4 months?

parkviewer   March 5th, 2008 2:30 pm ET

10,000 people a day switched from Clinton to Obama in Texas and Ohio. Why all the fuss about shared ticket and time for superdelegates to weigh in - Clinton is scared that by the time Penn rolls around there will be no more support for her or her Rovian tactics.

Groucho   March 5th, 2008 2:30 pm ET

Hillary's net gain on her "big win" night … 12 DELEGATES TOPS … straight from AP !! That balloon sure deflated in a hurry !

J.J.   March 5th, 2008 2:30 pm ET

kindly let the wish of the people prevail…Maddam Speaker thank you for restating what we all have been saying… "IT'S THE PEOPLE STUPID"

Mike Tacoma, wa   March 5th, 2008 2:30 pm ET

Once again Pelosi opens her mouth and shows her ignorance on subjects. McCain was not calling for a 100-year war like what is going on right now in RIaq but a tropp presence like what is in Korea, Germany, England, Iceland, and many other coutnries where we have military bases.

Carla   March 5th, 2008 2:30 pm ET

Goodness, Pelosi is terribly blind to reality–no wonder our Congress has been so useless the last couple of years. This race is driving the Obama and Clinton camps as far apart as could be. For support of this conclusion, see ANY of the comments pages on any of these websites to see just how much hatred is being spewed…

Robert in NM   March 5th, 2008 2:31 pm ET

I used to live in SF and I voted for Pelosi but I'm growing tired of her unwillingness to stand up as one of the most powerful women in the US Govt. and make a stance and let people know who she supports.

adobea   March 5th, 2008 2:31 pm ET

Obama 2008!!!!!!!!!! I can't believe that it was conservative Republicans crossing over to vote for Hillary that caused her to win! Because if hillary is the nominee, mccain will easily beat her.

OBAMA OBAMA OBAMA 2008!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Edgar   March 5th, 2008 2:31 pm ET

I am now convinced even more so that Pelosi is an idiot.

This is tearing the Democratic party apart. I can no longer vote for Hillary after her recent negative efforts against Barack. And I volunteered for Bill Clinton in 1992 and 1996.

Rather than party building, this is party squandering. I now have one foot out the door of a party that I never thought I'd leave.

John - Spokane, WA   March 5th, 2008 2:31 pm ET

HILLARY WILL WIN THE SUPERDELEGATE COUNT - As far as the Political experts go….. let me just say……. HA HA HA HA HA !!! LOL LOL LOL LOL LOL !!! Would you guys like some Salt and Pepper with your CROW this morning !!! HILLARY TOTALLY STOPPED OBAMA and she pulls clear from here - All it took was people to ask him questions and he fell apart at the seams !

Jenny   March 5th, 2008 2:31 pm ET

Who is Pelosi?

Do you delegate American people and democratic?

Sounds like you are the god!

2008 Hillary!

Adam - TX   March 5th, 2008 2:31 pm ET

If Obama loses Penn, he needs to bow out for the sake of the party. It will be over for him regardless of delegate counts. Strategy needs to take precedent over the calculator. He credits the multiple "red" midwest states he has won primaries for, but he fails to carry critical democratic states and swing states necessary for the general election. To think otherwise is naive of any democratic voter who wishes to see the republicans out of the White House!

bond   March 5th, 2008 2:32 pm ET

Pelosi is obviously ignorant. The current mudslinging Dem campaign only helps McCain. Gimme a break with the spin crap. Interesting though that Pelosi is looking more and more like Joan Rivers each day…

Flat-earther, Georgia   March 5th, 2008 2:32 pm ET

She is correct. Let the democratic process play out. That is best for USA.

Hill Supporter from Minnesota   March 5th, 2008 2:32 pm ET

I understand Ms. Pelosi is supporting Obama, which makes me a little uneasy. I want my vote to count and it's for Hillary.

GO HILLARY.

Dem w an attitude   March 5th, 2008 2:33 pm ET

Nancy Pelosi has also stated emphatically that whichever candidate has the most pledged delegates by June should be the nominee. (as in- the nominee should not be crowned by superdelegates)

Senator Clinton probably does not agree with Speaker Pelosi on this matter. Too bad for Senator Clinton.

Casey, Atlanta   March 5th, 2008 2:33 pm ET

Yes, let the Dream Ticket unite, and destroy the pain McCain- what a lame.

Sis O, IA   March 5th, 2008 2:33 pm ET

I certainly hope it is not Hillary. Voters needs to know that real change is not a Clinton in a pantsuit.

Rosa   March 5th, 2008 2:34 pm ET

My support will continue for Obama. I am a register voter here, in Philadelphia, PA and there are many of us who believe that, he is the better canidate.

Thank you,

Warmly,

Rosa T.S

Anonymous   March 5th, 2008 2:34 pm ET

I don't know why everyone is not see the whole picture.
America is not ready for a Black President. Hillary will be the Democratic runner, because she will be given it on a silver platter.
Obama needs to wake up and look in the mirror. the only way you will be President is if you are the last human on Earth and then again
they would give it to a Zippy the Chimp before you get it.
Why do you think they call it the "White House" wake up son,
wake up.

CW in DC   March 5th, 2008 2:35 pm ET

Whew, talk about old politics!!! I will probably get attacked on this because she is a woman, but man or woman - when democrats got back control of the house during the last mid-term elections, there were changes expected and a house that would fight Prez. Dumbo and make him do right. I almost as disgusted with Pelosi and her croonies as I am with how the press seems to walk on eggshells around Clinton regarding her past dealings and shadiness and not even bothering to report on the Paul vs. Clinton campaign finance fraud fiasco (try saying that fast 3 times!) in court in California right now. What a crock Pelosi is trying to weigh in on this!! Her and Rush need to go sit in a corner somewhere.

Katherine   March 5th, 2008 2:36 pm ET

This sounds like Pelosi is a Clinton supporter!!! There is no mathematical way for Clinton to catch Obama. You need to stop this madness and turn to fight against McCain. If you allow Clinton to steal this nomination, I will be supporting McCain!!!

ralph tyler   March 5th, 2008 2:36 pm ET

What has Pelosi accomplished as Speaker of the House? Same question for the Democratic Congress. The Democratic Party is revealing itself to be joke.

I have voted the Democratic ticket all my adult life (I am 5 8) but that stops now.

McCain is not perfect, but he has a bipartisan nature and he really is experienced.

I would trust him the most in a national crisis. You have to have a pretty cool head to survive what he survived. Clinton, e.g., would clearly end up over-compensating in this area and that could be a real problem.

I think I have had enough of Richardson, Edwards, Pelosi, Reid, the Clintons, Obama and all the rest of these guys.

Rosa   March 5th, 2008 2:36 pm ET

My support will continue for Obama. I am a register voter here, in Philadelphia, PA and there are many of us who believe that, he is the better canidate.

Thank you,

Warmly,

Rosa T.S

Chris, Middletown, CT   March 5th, 2008 2:36 pm ET

Interesting….

Late-breaking numbers out of Texas’ odd two-phase voting system put an asterisk on Hillary Clinton’s Tuesday night victory speech, showing gains made by Barack Obama in the delegate grab race had all but numerically canceled out her big win in Ohio.

Tom   March 5th, 2008 2:37 pm ET

I find this as interesting. I am not so sure if I agree with the prolonged campaign being good for the party. As it continues, the attacks from both sides will become more personal, and we will most likely see the division in votes as we have in some states, such as Texas, My big question is how will the superdelegates vote when the ball is in their court. That will be quite a situation when it happens.

Gary   March 5th, 2008 2:37 pm ET

Unless someone brokers a deal…this will go to the Convention in Denver. Pelosi obviously didnt get her education in math….unless its voodoo math. There were hints today that Clinton would accept Obama as her VP..the so-called dream team, if she was to somehow become the nominee. I wonder if this is what Pelosi means ?

I dont think Obama, if he was to win the nomination put Clinton on his ticket, not that she would ever consider or accept that offer, if it came.

Since Pelosi and Dean both have problems with re-runs in Florida ( which may deserve something) and Michigan ( absolutely NOT !!) it is almost mathematically impossible for Clinton to catch Obama in pledged delegates. So how does it not go to Denver ??? Do the math

OBAMALIARS   March 5th, 2008 2:38 pm ET

Clinton will fight and her base of superdelegates will make this a much closer race than Obama wants.

Obama people are exteremly scared of their chances to lose to Clinton. They are inexperienced.

roger s   March 5th, 2008 2:38 pm ET

A highly partisan approach, to give her candidate more opoprtunity to pull it out. About the only distinctions to be made are between the two candidates themselves, and not with McCain. This will undoubtedly devolve into negative campaigning. How is tis "good" for the party?

Hillary For Pres. NOT Obama! Ohio   March 5th, 2008 2:39 pm ET

Yes they will and it will be HILLARY!!!!!

Joe Deitering Anoka, Minn.   March 5th, 2008 2:39 pm ET

This will wreck the party. I think they should settle it with a duel.

Interesting   March 5th, 2008 2:39 pm ET

In other words: Obama is giving her some doubts & they want Hillary to spar with him some more. If they happen to grow the democratic base in the process & he is a casualty that's ok.

ClintonStrong   March 5th, 2008 2:39 pm ET

Clinton is going to Win!!

Fight Hillary Fight!!

Voters keep fighting!!

Hillary is our president

History in the making!!

Obama Lied in 08 while he said no!

Obama Lied!

Latina for Obama   March 5th, 2008 2:40 pm ET

Mrs. Pelossi
with all due respect, this will not occurr if Hillary can help it, she has divided the party so badly that her ego is bigger than Bush and Rush together.
Anyone but the Clintons………………

Tired of crap   March 5th, 2008 2:40 pm ET

Perhaps Nancy should remind the Obama camp that things like "ask Clinton what she's hiding" as the previous story in this ticker indicates are decidedly NOT good for the party…

Farrell, Houston, Tx   March 5th, 2008 2:40 pm ET

Thank you Speaker of the House, Nancy Pelosi, I've waited for your voice of good reasoning which the democrat party needs. Now make sure that both Clinton and Obama understand the same and don't come back calling foul and want a superdelegate decision. Thank you Mrs. Speaker of the House Pelosi.

Amy in Iowa   March 5th, 2008 2:40 pm ET

And I also certainly hope it is not Hillary Clinton. Voters need to know that real change is not a Clinton in a pantsuit.

Mary   March 5th, 2008 2:40 pm ET

Hillary - your supporters have spoken, yet again. You can carry this country to victory in 2008!

Dean needs to count FL & MI. Revote MI & let's get Hillary ready to lead us!

Jen   March 5th, 2008 2:41 pm ET

I wish people would do research on Hillary and quit taking her word for everything. She has pages upon pages of things that would shock you. Do your research open your eyes before you open your mouths!

rob   March 5th, 2008 2:41 pm ET

Jeremy, why would Obama bow out when he is in the lead? Your lack of logic is impressive!

Victori   March 5th, 2008 2:41 pm ET

IF Hillary keeps putting herself 1st over the Majority.
As Indpendent ad wastfull a vote it would be to waste a vote on Ralph I would vote For McCain to take us to Hell because that is what we deserve.

Bill--Pa.   March 5th, 2008 2:42 pm ET

Hillary for president………………………………08………………………………….

George in OH   March 5th, 2008 2:42 pm ET

Then why the heck John Kerry and Ted Kennedy are running around the country campaigning for Obama? Isn't MA their constituency?

Jessica Sharp, in Maryland   March 5th, 2008 2:43 pm ET

Are those Hillary supporters or a meeting of Wednesday-morning quarterbacks? I love how she's still trailing by over 100 pledged delegates and up until last night, had lost 12 in a row, but the MSM and her rabid-lemming supporters are acting like her wins last night are the second coming of Christ.

Lois in CA   March 5th, 2008 2:43 pm ET

Look under the bed. Find the hidden agenda. Look in the closet. Look in the dirty laundry. Look between your ears. Is it scary there, too?

Taylor   March 5th, 2008 2:43 pm ET

Count Michigan and Florida.

David, Gilbert Arizona   March 5th, 2008 2:43 pm ET

Doesn't Nancy already have her hands full dealing with what many characterize as the worst Congress in history having an approval rating that rivals George Bush?

aurelia- your smart neighbour   March 5th, 2008 2:43 pm ET

Yes.. clinton release your tax… we need to know.!!!!!!!!!.. democracy = transparency… ooops I forgot you are a Republican

Shame on you for using all the dirty tricks in the clinton's dictoionary to steal votes and still be proud. I wonder how you are able to sleep at night.

CT   March 5th, 2008 2:44 pm ET

The only way the Deomcrats have a nominee before the convention is if they get rid of the two candiates they have now and start over.

j   March 5th, 2008 2:44 pm ET

But Hillary can't win without the superdelegates? I wonder what other tricks she has up her sleeve?

Robin   March 5th, 2008 2:44 pm ET

The way it is going for the Democratic party, we will see Mr. McCain in the White House.

Right on.....   March 5th, 2008 2:44 pm ET

This is great - let the voters decide without distraction!

Course, I wonder if Senator Kennedy has any regrets since his home state went to Clinton… :-)

I hope Senator Edwards will support Senator Clinton. Perhaps VP. I hope Governor Richardson stays his course and takes care of his own state.

sally   March 5th, 2008 2:44 pm ET

Hillary/Obama

Roz, IL   March 5th, 2008 2:44 pm ET

i hope she's not hinting towards that dream ticket crap. i will never vote for HRC on any ticket, and i will lose all respect for Obama for even agreeing to be on a ticket with that lying, underhanded witch. this will be one year i will stay home and not vote.

step down O   March 5th, 2008 2:45 pm ET

I am urging Obama to step down and let Hillary put her experience and knowledge in action. There will be plenty of time for Obama once he matures. Right now, is clearly not the right time for him. If he is a true democrat, he will put his ego aside and let Hillary go to work.

Anonymous   March 5th, 2008 2:45 pm ET

HRC robots,

This means Hillary can't win

John   March 5th, 2008 2:45 pm ET

What is Pelosi smoking? This long drawn out primary can't possible be good for the Democrats. McCain gets to run a clean campaign while Democrats tear each other apart. Then by the time the Dems do have a winner, they'll be to tattered to do much to McCain. Heck, Clinton's already helping out McCain–drawing the distinction not between the Dems and the Republicans, but between Obama on the one hand and her and McCain on the other.

Darth Vadik, CA   March 5th, 2008 2:45 pm ET

Of course it will, you just have to smack some sense into Hillary.

Helloooooooo Hillary, your win is a mathematical impossibility, is this getting thru your thick head.

Sharon   March 5th, 2008 2:46 pm ET

The house speaker even distorts what McCain said? It was clear and obvious what he meant but let's jump on the opportunity to use his words to mean something else because… hmmm… just because they can. Why don't you look at how many years we have been in many countries around the world?

Chuck   March 5th, 2008 2:46 pm ET

When the super delegates do vote, I hope they vote with their states' voting results — i.e. Kennedy and Kerry will vote for Hillary! Sweet revenge. Make my day!

Jim Kansas   March 5th, 2008 2:47 pm ET

The caidate is not official until the Convention, there are still primaries to be held and then the underlieing question of Florida and Michigan to be settled. Superdeligates need to sit and be quite until the convention.

If people are so concerned to get a jump start on the Presidential campaign all that needs happen is for Mr Obama to bow out and permit the Clinton campaign to shift to the general election. Obama might even make a decent VP in training.

PA   March 5th, 2008 2:47 pm ET

If Nancy does not want the party split then she should talk to Hillary.

-Tell Hillary to stop the fear-mongering!

-Tell her to not hestiate the next time she is asked if Obama is a muslim - she and all of congress knows he is a good christian man.

- Tell her to stop sending pictures of him in african clothing to suggest that he is a muslim.

- Tell her to release her tax forms, the papers on her years as first lady, and the fund raising papers for the clinton library. We have a right to know what she is up to!

Sheila   March 5th, 2008 2:47 pm ET

The time to discuss the MI & FL delgates was when the deal was made and agreed to. It's to late. There will be war if now in the 11th. hour the rules of the game are changed.
Sheila,
Columbus,OH

Mary - Independent   March 5th, 2008 2:47 pm ET

Pelosi is right - do not play with superdelegates at this time.
It is important to reconsider a new Primary for both Michigan and
Florida - votes should be counted. We do not need more disastrous games in this country - we have enough!

bobw   March 5th, 2008 2:47 pm ET

Pelosi doesn't realize or is blinded by her support of Clinton, that delaying the process gives Hillary more time to join forces with John McCain to hit Obama from all sides and as a result, ultimately destroy the Democrat party.

As for Florida and Michigan, what part of the DNC's penalty do people NOT understand? They knew the risks when they moved up their primaries. Now they have to live with it. This whole idea of a "do-over" is nothing but a ploy by Clinton to capture votes that should have never been cast.

Mike NYC, NY   March 5th, 2008 2:48 pm ET

Clinton can't win. Too many people, right or wrong, hate her intensely.

Oh please Democratic party, please don't snatch defeat from the jaws of victory! Don't do it again….we can't afford to blow it again!

Stephen   March 5th, 2008 2:48 pm ET

I believe the Dream ticket is the best option. Clinton/Obama.
I think the superdelegates should get involved - MI and FL delegates should be awarded as well.

MANDY   March 5th, 2008 2:48 pm ET

Did Pelosi argue that having Hillary go negative with innuedo and fear mongering would hurt the party and call for the candidates should stick to the issues and their records?

I must have missed that part.

Hillary is tearing the party apart and doing the dirty work for the Republicans!

She is really in no position to throw mud…she is knee deep in the stuff herself! Not that the media will notice…

Shumaine 4 Obama 08   March 5th, 2008 2:49 pm ET

Still in the lead OBAMA!! Honesty, integrity, and hard work will pay off. Oh yeah…YES WE CAN!

Gmoney   March 5th, 2008 2:50 pm ET

The point isn't that the votes didn't count. Everybody agreed to these terms.

The point is Hillary started fighting for them only after she fell significantly behind Obama. Her motives are incredibly transparent.

Jason - Visalia, CA   March 5th, 2008 2:50 pm ET

Please step in and tell Hillary to stand down before she drags Obama down with her.

James   March 5th, 2008 2:50 pm ET

Of course. That means Barack Obama. Only he can be ahead in delegates before convention.

Darth Vadik, CA   March 5th, 2008 2:50 pm ET

Good Lord you Hillary supporters are delussional, she cannot mathematically win this nomination.

Her total net gain of pledged delegates yesterday was 4 yes FOUR, she may have won Texas but Obama got more delegates out of it, and she is losing in majority of the states left.

What planet are you living on?

You know what they say wish in one hand and …….. in the other see which one fills up first.

Matt   March 5th, 2008 2:51 pm ET

More than that, Van. He has gained at LEAST five. Maybe a couple more.

john williams san diego, ca.   March 5th, 2008 2:51 pm ET

Hillary is on a roll—-Cackle.Cackle

Keith, GA   March 5th, 2008 2:51 pm ET

This year has taught up that both parties need to rethink the primary process. The math behind this is going to be a major let down to whichever candidate does not win the nominee. This is also applicable to the Republicans.

H. Johansson   March 5th, 2008 2:51 pm ET

Superdelegates need to vote based on how their constituents think TODAY, not months ago.

Many who voted for Hillary in NH may no longer support. Those Iowa who have gotten to know Obama may no longer support him now that they've learned more about him.

And what about all the Edwards, Dodd, Kucinich, Richardson and Biden voters. . . they don't count?

And those votes were cast before Hillary voters knew she'd be going up againts McCain . . . same with Barack.

What's the point of Superdelegates if they're NOT supposed to use their judgement, but are simply supposed to vote the way others did months ago?

If Hillary is caught taking drug money tomorrow, are the Superdelegaes still supposed to vote for her because that's what their constituents did in January?

Superdelegates have an obligation NOT to vote how their Americans felt months ago, but how they feel now.

nadeem   March 5th, 2008 2:51 pm ET

Who has more states?

Who has more delegates?

Who has a greater % of the popular vote?

YES WE CAN

Mich and Flor?   March 5th, 2008 2:51 pm ET

Nancy, please address Michigan and Florida. They are American too and they deserve to be recognized in this historical election. Imagine yourself living in one of these states and being told, "your vote doesn't count". Would you stand for it? I didn't think so.

Thomas   March 5th, 2008 2:52 pm ET

Does Pelosi have anything meaningful to say? She is useless. I've always been amazed that the house Democrats supported her to be a leader.

4Real   March 5th, 2008 2:52 pm ET

For all you Hillary friends, it would be nice for her to win but is she being fair to the American people. It seems as if Hillary has a lot to hide until after she is nominee. I hope she don't be impeached like her husband for not be up front with us. I really hate that she has resort to the crazy stuff of dirty politics because when she become President she needs to be clean and not hide anything.

Howard Burch   March 5th, 2008 2:52 pm ET

I think that if superdelegates over ride the voters choise of Obama, then Obama should run as an independent. If Clinton wins on the up and up fine. But my vote goes to Obama or McCain

Sabrina, Las Vegas, NV   March 5th, 2008 2:52 pm ET

If Clinton is anywhere on the democratic ticket, I will NOT vote!

And, the democratic party will lose a major part of it's base (black voters) if she continue to go negative with lies.

*Side note *

To those who may say, who cares about the black vote…..

The democratic nominee will not win the election without a heavy black vote turn out. If you don't believe me, ask Al Gore and John Kerry!

Ponte   March 5th, 2008 2:53 pm ET

Why do these dingbat Dems keeps saying that MaCain has called for a "hundred year war"? He didn't say that, they know it, everyone knows it. The man said "continuing presence", just like Japan, Germany, Kuwait. It's what is done after any war. Alexander did it, Caesar did it, the British Crown did it, Truman did it. Is that so hard for the Dems to understand the distinction? No, it's not. But Pelosi loves to be a bomb-thrower as much as any LibDem likes to be.

So silly, so sad.

Just a thought   March 5th, 2008 2:53 pm ET

The political bickering is perpetuated by the people who eat this stuff up. Judging by the board, people are still infighting amongst Dems. This is crazy. This has to stop. We are looking at the Democratic ticket already. This is already an advantage against Mccain, who hasn't chosen a V.P. yet. Just relax.
If you knew the issues well enough, you would realize that Hillary and Barack don't differ that much. They are the ticket to the nomination, so stop chastizing either one of them and get a grip.
Just wait unti l Mccain chooses Colin Powell for V.P. - that will change the dynamics significantly.

DCH   March 5th, 2008 2:53 pm ET

Wasn't it just stated on CNN's election coverage last night that neither candidate is going to have enough delegates to win the Democratic nomination, even if one of them won every remaining state, and that it would HAVE to be decided by super delegates?

And agreed…it's garbage that MI and FL don't get to vote.

jp/michigan   March 5th, 2008 2:54 pm ET

As a Michigan voter, I hope my vote will be counted. It was not my fault that democratic party decided to punish Michigan for voting early. All the candidates could have and were encouraged to leave their names on the ballots. They choose not too. Hillary won. Just like in Florida names were left on and Hillary won. Democratic candidates were not to advirtise in Florida but Obama spent $1.3 million dollars in Florida.

Jill Danton   March 5th, 2008 2:54 pm ET

Hillary Clinton's "attack Obama" strategy may come back and bite her in the general election if she ends up winning the nomination. Here's why: there are a huge number of Obama supporters who are extremely enthusiastic and protective of this candidate (myself included) and Obama has gotten people out to vote who ordinarily don't bother if Hillary gets all of these people angry at her for her mistreatment of Obama and SHE ends up in the general election with McCain all these democratic voters may simply stay home rather than cast a vote for her. Inasmuch as about HALF the voting democrats are behind Obama in such a tight race that'd be alot of votes to lose in the general

Dalton   March 5th, 2008 2:54 pm ET

If the superdelegates disregard the pledged delegate count and give Hillary the nomination the Democratic party will be guilty of the same undemocratic behavior the Supreme Court showed when it gave Bush the 2000 presidential victory despite the fact that Al Gore had won more votes

Furthermore, such actions would only cement the idea, for some, that a persons vote doesn't count and would result in millions of voters becoming disaffected and abandoning the political process thereby ensuring a McCain victory in November

Patrick   March 5th, 2008 2:54 pm ET

Tell your girl Hillary to tone down the negative rhetoric Mrs. Pelosi, then we'll talk about whether this primary is going to hurt the Democrats in the General Election. If Hillary keeps acting like a rabid attack dog you can all but guarantee John McCain will be the next President (her sound clip praising McCain's experience doesn't exactly help, because using her criteria he blows BOTH Clinton and Obama out of the water on experience)

jeff   March 5th, 2008 2:54 pm ET

Count all votes. Do not ignore the FL and MI voters. All voters deserve for their votes to be counted!

Jack, CA   March 5th, 2008 2:54 pm ET

If we only rely on pledged delegates, we should definitely seat MI and FL - two critical states. If there has to be a revote for MI, so be it. I am sure Clinton can still win big there.

Mike, Canada   March 5th, 2008 2:55 pm ET

I think since Clinton has a statistical improbability of beating Obama, and the fact that he's STILL ahead with delegates/states/caucuses and everything it's time for her to bow out and allow her party to unite before the democratic convention. This is so the nominee can launch his campaign that day with huge coverage and outline his plans. Else McCain is getting this election handed to him.

A Democrat from Canada.

Scott, Berkeley, CA   March 5th, 2008 2:55 pm ET

i think while Obama pledges to have a clean campaign, those who support him are dirtier than Hillary supporters.

Blake   March 5th, 2008 2:55 pm ET

Besides the fact that Obama is winning the delegate count and this will not change no matter how negative she gets, I just wish someone could tell me where this experience of hers is. Was it the legislation she co-sponsored with Lieberman on video game ratings (Family Entertainment Protection Act)? I feel much safer now knowing she answered that call at 3am.

And FL and MI should either revote or sit it out. Both candidates agreed before the election that this would be the case. In desperation Clinton decided to start counting on them even though no one else campaigned there.

Please Superdelegates, no more Clintons no matter how many favors you owe them. Respect the will of your constituents.

Felecia   March 5th, 2008 2:56 pm ET

Are you serious? Obama is the only person who can lead this country in the right direction. Hillary is selfish and is trying to steal this the same way Pres. Bush did last time. I actually respected her before this campaign, but after I have seen her sneaky/nasty tactics, there is no way that I can vote for her. She should be uniting the Democratic Party; instead she's a selfish, self centered, ego-maniac. She's only wants to win. She's not concerned with the people of this country or party.

Xavier, Washington, DC   March 5th, 2008 2:57 pm ET

Hmmm. I wonder if this has anything to do with Obama's claim to have 50 superdelegates ready to support him. Since Clinton is up by 40 superdelegates, why not let Obama even the score so that the total delegate count truly reflects the disparity in elected delegates?

lucy   March 5th, 2008 2:57 pm ET

Hillary prevails.
NO way for Obama. Too many hidden problems that will be attacked by GOP.

therealist   March 5th, 2008 2:57 pm ET

But when will this pitiful 110th Congress finally do the peoples work??

james   March 5th, 2008 2:57 pm ET

I hope the D.N.C. will not go back on thier word that they
disqualified Florida and Michigan from causaues,
Fair is fair..

RealityKing   March 5th, 2008 2:58 pm ET

Or at least by Christmas break if all else fails, hey Nancy…

Anonymous   March 5th, 2008 2:58 pm ET

Clinton as President would defy the principles set forth by the Founding Fathers. She's already been eight years in the White House, let's see someone new. Change is good even if it makes us uncomfortable.

Chris   March 5th, 2008 2:58 pm ET

It is so funny that here you have Hillary with the most scandals, dirt, lies and cheating and people rejoice when Obama, without any of this, slips up or even points out Hillary's scandals. This country is doomed. Just like how everyone elected Bush (twice for goodness sake), people are making the same mistake and in 2 years people will be saying…"We all knew the history of Clintons and for some reason, we elected her and now we realize it is a mistake"

Way to go America. For 24 years, we have and will be ruled by unqualified presidents. Presidents, who if they were young boys or girls, you will not want dating your sons or daughters.

CLINTON = FRAUD (JUST LIKE BUSH)

Edgar   March 5th, 2008 2:59 pm ET

Katherine - there is no way for Obama to get the numbers he needs to be nominee also. Face it they need each other and America needs both of them.

American are fighters, resilent and we need a strong President not a weak President or liberal!

Mike, Arkansas   March 5th, 2008 2:59 pm ET

LOL she says I am the one to beat McCain.. Yeah right.. when it comes to mud slinging she will lose in every corner with all her scandals she is involved in. WAKE UP!!

Chuck   March 5th, 2008 2:59 pm ET

Who in their right mind would suggest that Obama could receive good and proper training as VP under Hillary Clinton. If he does not win the nomination (although it appears he will) he needs to say no thank you to any offer from Hillary before making the mistake of taking the job and getting training under a Clinton administration that will be a complete failure not to mention corrupt.

Marcus, Dallas, Texas   March 5th, 2008 3:00 pm ET

Manuel TX… Florida and Michigan are being punished for holding their Primaries too early. I am kinda proud that the Democratic Party has punished them for that… unlike the Republican Party which crams "Tradition" and "Heritage" and "Values" down our throats, but turns their heads when states break the rules… Republicans = Hypocrits.

Mike   March 5th, 2008 3:00 pm ET

We certainly will have a nominee before the convention.

Hillary Clinton!

Go Hillary!!

Moira   March 5th, 2008 3:01 pm ET

Pelosi should shut her mouth and let this play out. She got into her position by default. It looks to me like she doesn't want any other woman to be above her.

Kurtis   March 5th, 2008 3:01 pm ET

Why so many non-democratic voters are allowed to select the democratic candidate is beyond me. If they want to vote in a democratic primary or caucus, they should register as democrates.

Thank goodness we have super-delegates to make sure that it is ultimately the Democrates that chose the Democratic candidate…not all those stary-eyed, "independants".

HILLARY08!!!!!

Edgar   March 5th, 2008 3:01 pm ET

Latina for Obama - your back so how did you like last night results? The voters have spoken! Lets see Hillary has WON the big states and Obama has won the little states! Gee I wonder why!

Because America wants a strong President and its Obama turn to show that can be tough and not with Hillary show us your taxes.

McCain is waiting and he is a lion! You heard that people A LION!

Mr. C.   March 5th, 2008 3:01 pm ET

Richardson said that after yesterday, whoever that has the most delegates is whom he will endorse. OBAMA, we are looking forward to richardson's endorsement..

OBAMA '08

PG   March 5th, 2008 3:01 pm ET

Nancy Pelosi is correct, the super delegates do not need to speak. The general public has chosen and is choosing their President for the United States of America. Knowledgeable American citizens have given Senator Barak Obama a nearly insurmountable delegate lead.

deb in az   March 5th, 2008 3:02 pm ET

i agree with keeping this going, because its great for all of america to be able to cast their vote ………………but nancy i wouldnt go as far to blame the blunders of spending so much on the war…….take a look at how much you fools spend in washington………i mean you folks need to cut the budget and stop spending………when is your bank account maxed out? do you folks have credit cards with no limits? i know we have an idiot in the white house but im wondering how many are in congress as well…………….i guess its easier to spend someone elses money…………… go hilary

Gary   March 5th, 2008 3:02 pm ET

on the subject of superdelegates…my understanding was that the DNC came up with this concept of superdelegates to 1) break a tie/virtual tie or 2) to overturn a bad decision made by the voters in the primaries ( this happened due to low turnout before)…..and since it appears no one is overly concerned about either candidate it appears the superdelegates will breakthe stalemate. Here is my major concern: Why do superdelegates endorse/support a candidate DURING the primaries. I think they should stay on the sidelines until all the primaries are completed before indicating their support. Anything less is distorting and becomes un-democratic.

wait a minute   March 5th, 2008 3:02 pm ET

There are enough Anybody but Hillary (ABH) or Anybody but Clinton (ABC) around to help McCain enter the White House.

Obama will be silly to share the ticket with Hillary.

Eric S   March 5th, 2008 3:03 pm ET

That will be Hillary Clinton.

TC   March 5th, 2008 3:03 pm ET

If Hillary wins Dem nomination, I will … vote for John McCain.

Steve in Albuquerque, NM   March 5th, 2008 3:04 pm ET

Um, is Pelosi an idiot? How can the nominee be decided before the convention, UNLESS a bunch of superdelegates cast their vote for one of the candidates before the convention?

And this is good for the party? She's nucking futs.

I can't believe these people get elected. Wait, after reading many of the posts here, I understand how…

Ben R.   March 5th, 2008 3:04 pm ET

PA - Enough, first of all she did not send pictures of Obama in African clothing and you are misleading all of this people. You are the fear mongerer. and I hope CNN posts this so people know that people like you are trying to manipulate the rest of us. Shame on you!

And also, by the way, who cares if he is christian, the president's religion is not important to any of us but you and the republicans. and the only person who would know if he is a good christian is god, and it is only HIS business

Mal   March 5th, 2008 3:04 pm ET

If Hillary gets the nomination with less pledged delegates than Obama, there will be a backlash against the democrats and McCain will win the presidency.

Lynn   March 5th, 2008 3:04 pm ET

You're right on track, Paul. Obama is a lot of talk with little or no experience. He needs a bit more training for the job as our leader.
All you men out there, with hang-ups about a woman for president, vote for experience not for your gender. I woke up, smelled the roses and I'm going for the best candidate to run this country.

Hillary "08″

Gerri   March 5th, 2008 3:05 pm ET

Sen. Clinton would not have won on Tuesdsay, if those income taxes and white house documents had been released. You can believe she is hiding something and it is not good, but the media is not pressuring the Clinton's they are helping them. The peoples are entitled to know what shaded deals they have made that will affect this country. Sen. Obama, should keep ringing those word " YES, WE CAN" words are important and they inspire's people to made a change and want a change for the betterment of this country.

Gerri

Farren Ballanst   March 5th, 2008 3:05 pm ET

Calling all haters, calling all haters: Hillary haters and Obama haters. Please step to the other side of the aisle where haters belong. Once you get your panties out of a wad, you can come back to the reasonable side. Now hurry, go.

faye   March 5th, 2008 3:05 pm ET

America is not ready for a black president? America is tired of old ignorant thoughts that belt out how ignorant people can be. Obama is half white so I guess he can be president. (ha) It's about 2008 not 1898, Go Obama!! In addition, don't go anonymous, if you're bold enough to make stupid remarks, be bold enough to come forward.

Dylan   March 5th, 2008 3:06 pm ET

The only way we have a candidate before the convention is if HIllary is forced out by higher-ups in the party. It is not possible for her to catch up in pledged delegates. When all is said and done Obama will have more delegates, more states and more popular votes… at that point, how do you NOT give him the nomination without subverting the will of the Democratic Party electorate?

ANSWER: YOU DON'T. Unless Hillary is willing to gracefully bow out once it is clear she cannot catch up in pledged delegates (she won't) she will create a lose/lose situation for the party.

This is one Democrat who is disgusted by Hillary and her fear and smear tactics. I will NEVER cast my vote for her.

maynard   March 5th, 2008 3:06 pm ET

lets all hope the candidate is Barack Obama. Hillary you can not trust

if her last name was anything but clinton then i would think about voting for her to many memories of good old bill and the crap this man pulled while in the whitehouse

Canuck   March 5th, 2008 3:06 pm ET

Sad by what the Canadian government leaked leading up to Ohio and Texas.

The sense among the Canadians I know who are watching this closely is that: the current Conservative gov fears Obama as he poses a definite threat to McCain, whereas Clinton would be a joke in the real Elections.

I hope that Obama wins it > he would restore my faith in the US.

Ditto to Rob on his response to Jeremy :)
&
LOL to Victori's "I would vote For McCain to take us to Hell because that is what we deserve."

Cheers.
One Canuck

D.Kimbro OHIO   March 5th, 2008 3:06 pm ET

I hope that we don't lose in November because these candidates are being selfish. The personal attackes are not good for the party. Some of the recent Clinton tactics are straight out of the republican playbook.. If this continues I will vote for Ralph Nader.

Uncle Sam   March 5th, 2008 3:07 pm ET

John McCain's critics continue to distort his comments, "a 100- year war", concerning the possible need to establish an ongoing US presence in Iraq as we have done in other parts of the world. He would welcome debate on this strategy in an intelligent manner. We are also likely to see attempts linking John McCain to President Bush in an attempt to discredit him. With a history as a maverick, John McCain's independent streak upsets Republicans and Democrats alike. It becomes obvious this a political ploy and a rather poor one at that.

Carrie PA   March 5th, 2008 3:07 pm ET

Pennsylvania for Obama!

Gixy   March 5th, 2008 3:07 pm ET

Victori, you are just one vote and your vote will not take us to hell. We count all including Florida and Michigan then the clean winner comes out with 2025 delegate.

Wahome Maina   March 5th, 2008 3:07 pm ET

As a first time voter, I would feel cheated if Michigan and Florida are counted at this time. This amounts to changing the rules while the game is underway to benefit a particular candidate. Let's raise the bar a little bit higher and set a good example.
Kazi iendelee

stacy   March 5th, 2008 3:08 pm ET

Hillary has her groove back, way to go.

manny t   March 5th, 2008 3:09 pm ET

Even though Clinton won Ohio and Texas. She didn't get enough votes to over take obama in the delegate count which matters so please the rest of the country lest not have a broken convention and superdelegates lets end this fast lets all vote for Obama and start getting ready for McCaine. He's going to be far ahead in planning we need to start now and stop this bitter nonsence. USA for Obama. Vote Obama and lets go after mccaine!!!

Kimmie   March 5th, 2008 3:09 pm ET

Yes Obama - No Hillary. NO NO NO Obama/Hillary or Hillary/Obama!
What does Hillary have to hide on her tax return? Chris Matthews where are you? Please shed on light on her big tax secret. What's going on?

Stamford   March 5th, 2008 3:09 pm ET

In addtion to the super delegates, Florida and Michigan need to be dealt with. You can't have these two states have un-counted votes. It would be bad for the party. The situation needs to be cleaned up.

Adam Orlando Florida   March 5th, 2008 3:09 pm ET

We sure will! HILLARY CLINTON 2008!!!!!!!!!!

RVKW   March 5th, 2008 3:10 pm ET

I think Pelosi is using reverse psychology… I think the more people pressure Hillary to step down the more determined she will be to prove them wrong - GIGANTIC EGO…..If the powers that be appear to encourage this fight she may let her guard down and think about getting out because she has nothing to prove to anyone anymore….

frank Maldnado   March 5th, 2008 3:10 pm ET

Hillary-Mr. Abama continues to tout his good judgement at will. Counter it with his por judgement on following: Resko, Canadaian fiasco, his Pastor and Minister F, friendship with the avowed (ow proffesso)terrorist, and a wife that has had no pride in America for forty years - if she feels that way so does he.

He's gotten enough milage out of your Iraq vote. All the above showed very bad usdgement.

Noelle   March 5th, 2008 3:11 pm ET

Hillary is a cheater. She lies and brings ugly to the party. I want a president who is a uniter not a devider. People all around the world are laughing at us. A democrat attacking a fellow democrate. Giving false levridge to a republican. Hillary is going to make it very hard for another woman in later elections to ever run. She's giving women a bad name.
Barack Obama is the one
Barack Obama is the truth
Barack Obama will "CHANGE" our nation
Barack Obama will listen to all voices

Roy   March 5th, 2008 3:11 pm ET

Americans, you can't suppress the voters from MI and FL. If you do - what kind of democracy is that?
European

Sydney, NJ   March 5th, 2008 3:11 pm ET

'08 P:Hillary and VP:Obama
'12 P:Hillary and VP:Obama
'16 P:Obama
'20 P:Obama

Kab   March 5th, 2008 3:11 pm ET

Clinton can never win…she has bunch of supporters..and that is not enough to win Republicans..or else Kerry would have won 4 years ago…

Obama's supporters are dedicated to Obama, not democrat party…

McCain is going to win..

Obama should never be Hillary's VP…

JerryZ   March 5th, 2008 3:12 pm ET

After all that yesterday, she still way behind in the pledge delegates.
Even if she wins the rest of the elections, she still won't beat him on elected delegates or even states won.
Will the super delegates vote over the people votes? I don't think so. The ones that are backing Hillary will pay the price if the super delegates override the will of the people.

Corey, Maryland   March 5th, 2008 3:12 pm ET

Clinton still has to win like 70/30 or 60/40 in all of the states in order to win the nomination, something she can't do. Obama will get the nomination, Hillary only has one more large state to fall back on, and after that everything will go in Obama's column. It works to his favor, he will get the nomination!!!! Obama will clearly have the most delegates and the super delegates will put him over the top!!

Obama Richardson 08!!!!!

Angie   March 5th, 2008 3:12 pm ET

I think it will go all the way to the convention and end up with a split party. There is to much bad blood on either side. I am a Barack supporter but I will never vote for Hillary Clinton. Members in my own family say the same thing. McCain has aready made a step toward bringing his base together and the Dems are still battling it out. I feel that this will cause McCain to win the Presidency.

Barb   March 5th, 2008 3:13 pm ET

As for those people complaining that Hillary is splitting the party……Did anyone catch a glimpse of Kerry last night? He uses every chance he gets to insult Hillary, and he's not the only Democrat big voice who does so!!! I would suggest that some of these Super delegates Keep a little quieter if they are (as they say) worried about splitting the party!!!

Fred   March 5th, 2008 3:13 pm ET

For months I have been posting here about Rezkogate and this story is finally getting national attention. I believe the more people look into Obama's real estate transaction with Rezko, the more they will smell a rat. Bottom line: why would Rezko, out of the goodness of his heart, sell that parcel of land to Obama for less than he paid for earlier on the same day! What was the difference, a payoff, a gift? Did Obama report a gift return to the IRS? Bottom line: Obama may talk about a new politics but his recent transaction with Rezko has the smell of corrupt Chicago politics. Obama could not afford his home without the help of Rezko and this transaction. Why would a character like Resko do such a favor? All that Obama says is that it was bone-headed for him to have done this, but won't answer questions about the specifics. Don't drink the Kool-aid, people. This could be a political Jonestown!

Eric   March 5th, 2008 3:13 pm ET

Hillary will never win the presidency. It was republicans and illegal aliens that gave her the "victories" in TX and OH. Closing the delegate gap by 12 over 2 states the size of TX and OH is hardly a "Big" win. If her bought and paid for Super D's circumvent the will of the electorate, then I will bet any Clinton supporter a box of Cuban cigars that Obama supporters will vote for McCain just to save the integrity of the process. No more Bush. No more Clinton. No more entrenched political parasites stealing elections from CITIZENS.

NM

Chris   March 5th, 2008 3:14 pm ET

What is Obama doing??? All of these comments about her tax return… All of you guess that 15 years of information is easy to put together… I think most of us have a hard time with just 1 year…

Very disappointed that Obama is doing this… I am starting to wonder now if he is ready to be president… He seems to be making another rookie mistake attacking Clinton… This will only call into question his lack of experience… Obama is setting himself up to lose support and once again falling into the political trap… so much for being different!!!

LOVE U HILLARY   March 5th, 2008 3:14 pm ET

CNN and rest of the media is not the king makers they thought they were!
Haha-he he I loved watching their faces last night say Uh … oh it looks like Hillary is winning by big numbers!! Like we tried to to tell everyone she is the one we want ! She can get the job done******* HELLO MADAM PRESIDENT HILLARY CLINTON *08*

AJ, IL   March 5th, 2008 3:14 pm ET

We Obama supporters just have to keep chugging along and do our part, volunteer, donate, and call for Obama in the upcoming primaries and caucuses. I believe as long as Obama stays positive and draws good distinctions between him and Hillary, he will be our nominee. As long as Obama has the lead in total pledged delegates and total popular vote, the Demoratic Party leaders (i.e. superdelegates) are hinting that they will come his way after June 6th to push him over the 2025 mark to win the nomination.

All right HOPE-MONGERS let's get back to work!

Obama in 08!

EFabian   March 5th, 2008 3:14 pm ET

These Obama fanaticals are ridiculous. Obama has as much blame in dividing the party than any other candidate in recent memory.

Last night at the Texas caucuses, many Obamabots were threatening Hillary supporters and many vandalized Hillary slogans/signs on people''s yards. Yup, this is change I can believe in. Yeah right? It's preposterous and his fanatical supporters have more hatred than most Hillary supporters I know. Obama should feel proud.

Dee   March 5th, 2008 3:14 pm ET

Darth- don't you know Hillary supporters are uneducated…what do they know about MATH???
let them fly in air…..

Debby Tulsa OK.   March 5th, 2008 3:15 pm ET

Goodness, Pelosi is terribly blind to reality–no wonder our Congress has been so useless the last couple of years. This race is driving the Obama and Clinton camps as far apart as could be. For support of this conclusion, see ANY of the comments pages on any of these websites to see just how much hatred is being spewed…
by Carla

BOY DID YOU GET THAT RIGHT CARLA!

Mad in Texas   March 5th, 2008 3:15 pm ET

Yea Man ! We's great. Yea's we's can do it! Ha, Ha. Obama is nothing but hot air and deceit. He claims to have not voted for the Iraq war. He's right he didn't. He wasn't in the Senate at the time. He was an IL. State Senator. The last time I looked they don't vote in National Senate meetings. Stop backing this crook. HILLARY 08

Sarah   March 5th, 2008 3:15 pm ET

Yeah and we will choose HILLARY the ONLY one who will bring our country back and beat McCain.

JK   March 5th, 2008 3:16 pm ET

Why does CNN continually show Michigan and Florida as dark blue states for Clinton; shouldn't they have a different color to designate they are not yet counted in either camp?

Sandy   March 5th, 2008 3:16 pm ET

To LeAnn

You said Mathematically, Hilary CAN'T win! And if the super delegates step in and steal the nomination from Obama, I guarantee you…
THERE WILL BE A BLACK OUT OF THE VOTE!!

Well
HOW STUPID

Obama can't win Mathematically either. Check it out. And by the way isn't your statement trying to create the fear factor!!!

Grif   March 5th, 2008 3:16 pm ET

You have only one choice, or forfeit the outcome.

Just like I said! This time you also must get it right. Or go another 8 yrs! Because if Mccain wins just once. It will be another two terms, before the whole of the USA, will let him go… Democrats, or Doomo-crats….

Go Hillary! All the way to the wire. Next come the Breeders Cup……

Mr Nelson from Dallas   March 5th, 2008 3:16 pm ET

obama is the weakest link

we donto need another john kerry to be the nominee, we need a fighter, we need someone not afraid to speak up and talk back, we need hillary, not mr rogers

Tim   March 5th, 2008 3:17 pm ET

LeeAnn-
GO we really do not need you and if you want to damage the party just becuase your guy did not get the nod, then you were NEVER committed in the first place… LATER

dave   March 5th, 2008 3:17 pm ET

This race needs to played out to the convention. Without Michigan and Florida being resolved prior to it, it doesn't mean beans. Floridians should not have been punished by the DNC just because the republican governor and republican controlled legislature decided to move up the dates of the primaries. I cry foul!

Hillary 08

Tommy2   March 5th, 2008 3:17 pm ET

The bottom line is , Obama can't win the big states ! Which are the most important ones in November.

Phill Edou   March 5th, 2008 3:17 pm ET

Hey Anounymous # 1 if u got nothing to say, just shut up. What u are saying is just nonsense. Use ure ure brain before open ure mouth. By the way how the hell they can posted such a stupid comment!!!

Caimon   March 5th, 2008 3:17 pm ET

What CNN is hiding? You closed the PoliticalTicker comments on the topic "Obama camp: what's Clinton hiding" because you got the opposite comments/opinions from people against Obama statement. Instead people attacking Clinton, they were attacking Obama's records on REZKO and other issues.

What CNN hiding.

Mike   March 5th, 2008 3:19 pm ET

I think Pelosi is right, it is only 100 delegates differences not include Michigan and Florida..

cindy, florida   March 5th, 2008 3:19 pm ET

I was thinking about the "red phone" ad and was wondering if it was red-faced call from Bill saying he won't be home.

Hillary supporter...   March 5th, 2008 3:20 pm ET

What's Hillary Clinton hiding??
how about the picture(Clintons with Rezko)??

Haighter   March 5th, 2008 3:20 pm ET

Hey Nancy! When it gets to crunch time, remember how your constituents here in San Francisco voted, OK? I hope you heard us!

Darth Vadik, CA   March 5th, 2008 3:21 pm ET

Good Lord,

and they say Obama folowers are a cult

have you read some of the things Hillary supporters are writing, scary stuff, seek help people.

Tired of the Professional Bloggers   March 5th, 2008 3:22 pm ET

It is amazing the number of times that the same people post messages! Do the professional bloggers have a job or a life? Let's gets real - any of the Dem candidates can win the typical Dem "big" states. They are killing each other right now - and the supporters are just as bad! Some of the comments are very sensible - others are very mean spirited and redundant on multiple posts!

duale   March 5th, 2008 3:22 pm ET

obama congaratulates clinton for winning ohio
when was the last time you saw clinton congatulae obama?…..she is sorry loser and wants to wine and lai her way into the nomination.

Vig   March 5th, 2008 3:22 pm ET

Nancy Pelosi has lost credibility as far as I'm concerned. I don't think she knows any more than anybody else.

Tom Wittmann   March 5th, 2008 3:22 pm ET

I am really surprised that some media qualifies that results of OHIO and Texas as a come back. These states, by their demography, had from the beginning on a large advantage for Hillary and in view of
the poor performance from Supertuesday on, Hillary hoped that she
could obtain a huge win there to compensate Obama's advantage

Factually the huge advantage disppeared in Texas, even without considering th Caucuses she got only 51/49 and in Ohio went back
from 20% advantage to 55/45.
And this only because of Obamas campaign failure to respond adequately to her attacks.

FACT IS THAT she was only able (incl. RI) to better her 153 lag in elected delegates from 153 to 135 (without considerinG Tx Causcuses)

CONSIDERING THAT THESE WERE THEIR BEST SHOTs: IS THIS A COMEBACK ???

And we all suspect that when she discloses her tax returns, before Pennsylvania, this will have a devastating effect., not only for her
nmination and political future, but for the democratic party.

Regarding to her party: unfortunately, the disastrous campaigning by
both contenders (as well as the negative adds by Hillary) leave it wide open to McCain attacks, even without making use of such mud slinging opportunities:

As example: Saying that NAFTA is bad, even if it is a demonstrable fact that it was good for the US economu as a whole. To say it must
be modified to favor of all States is the same to say that Mexican and Canadian goods cannot win anywhere, but US goods can win in these countries. AFTER SUCH, THESE CANDIDATES ATTACK BUSH FOR DISGRUNTLING FRIENDLY COUNTRIES ?? AND OF COURSE, NEITHER OF THESE COUNTRIES WILL AND SHELL ACCEPT SUCH ABSURDITIES.

Then, attacking the war in IRAQ only basing on the dumb argument that it cost much money and lives (which is valid for any war) , will
be easily argued with by stating that in this case the war on Hiltlers
Germany and Japan was a big mistake. And if the situation continues
improving, this capaign, including the Bush hating, will backfire.

AN FINALLY: MANY OBAMA'S SUPPORTERS WILL NOT VOTE FOR HILLARY NOR HILLARY SUPPORTERS FOR OBAMA, EVEN IN CASE OF A "DREAM TICKET", IF THEIR CANDIDATE IW NOT THE No.1.!!
THIS BEING A CONSEQUENCE OF HILLARY;S POISONOUS ATTACKS !!

TOM

Erick   March 5th, 2008 3:23 pm ET

The super delegates need to protect this election from the mess as a result of Jessie Jackson's delegate porportioning to the losing side. If this was a winner of a state take all allotment, this race would be over. Hillary has won eight of the nine largest states in America. Obama's largest delegate count is Illinois. Let the FL and MI votes, or re-election take place, have the super delegates turn this into a true state by state winner take all election. In November, we vote at the ballot box for the next president. Obama, the king of the caucuses will be exposed in an electoral process. Georgia, Idaho, Utah etc. are already republican states.

CHERYL