Good Luck to David Paterson if he step up to Gov of New York

Who cares?

"Race won't disappear until we stop talking about race." -Morgan Freeman

I would like to see a woman in the White House someday - but NOT Clinton.

I would like to vote for a woman for president - but NOT Clinton.

Obama '08/12

Just hope the successor is a lot smarter than the predecessor.

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Hillary started the Gold Rush, yes, she still has the golden treasure from her historical western journey. So that's how she got the 5 million.

What a gal, what experience–NOT.

About time. After 200 years we are still not able to elect blacks as we would anyone else. Sad. We see this stagnation being promoted on the campaign trail by hillary clinton. She and her staff have made racist comments all along, and no one seems to be bothered by this state of affairs.

This country needs to change to give equal opportunity to all Americans.

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On Thursday, December 16th, 1773, Hillary threw over 300 crates of tea from British ships, docked at Boston Harbor.

What a gal, what experience–NOT.

I actually feel really bad for the Gov. He made some bad decisions and now his children have to go through the media backlash. Hey, maybe his wife can turn it around and in 8 years, run for Governor with her experience.

people that act like maybe Spitzer should not step down or hope he doesn't need to eductae themselves on what he did and the illegality of it. he will be lucky to not go to prison for these felonies.

David Vitter was never forced to resign, the GOP are hypocrites.

Anyone else here find Mr. Spitzer's wife to be incredibly attractive? She's downright hot. What was he thinking?

Why is Spitzer even given a choice of resigning or not?
Nobody is above the law except for the infamous few.
Unfortunately, …
He doesn't have Bill Clinton's charisma to talk his way out of this investigation or impeachment. He has got to go now.

Its good to hear of a smooth transition of power in difficult circumstances.

Can you imagine the hub-bub surrounding this, if this were to happen in the third-world country that we know as our "red states"?

I am happy for Mr. Paterson…hopefully he can move NY past this unfortunate incident.

OBAMA 08!

Why is the press making everything into white and black? Anyways what happens to all these young College voters in the Caucuses States come November? In Michigan we have to vote in our preceint that goes by our permanent address. I can't picture these college students giving up their permanent addresses just to vote for Obama. I think states that have caucuses paint an untrue picture of November voting.

I'm not sure if you can celebrate so soon. It's still up in the air if a resignation is coming. But the make history wether its' being the first Black governor for the state, or The first Blid Govenor for the Country. Just do the job right.

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Hillary rode her horse right along Paul Revere's during the American Revolution also chanting "The British Are Coming". What a saint, what a patriot is the ole gal from NEW YORK (?).

-NOT

How would you feel if she made these accusations? Well, that's similar to what she is doing when she falsely claims all of this national security creditials.

POST IT CNN!!!

Congrats to Lt. Gov. David Paterson!

Isabella: And Hillary wouldn't be a contender if she wasn't a Clinton.

Lt. Gov. Paterson is an ENTHUSIASTIC Hillary Clinton supporter, unlike Gov. Spitzer who only gave what you could call lukewarm support. Paterson has actually travelled out of state to campaign for Hillary! His endorsement was huge before and his continued support of Hillary will be even more significant now!

Spitzer reminds me of Bill Clinton firing Surgeon General Joycelyn Elders for talking masturbation in sex education.

Didn't Spitzer back Hillary? Sounds like a big snake pit of deceitful criminals to me.

Darn, I thought Hillary Clinton would be appointed to fill Spitzer's vacated post. Since she is behind in delegates and the popular vote, she's free to fill NY's top job.

Good Luck, Lt. Governor Paterson. My prayers are with you and your family. I know you will continue to do a very good job as you are doing now.

2008 will go down as a historical year for the underdogs! Giants, Paterson and Obama. 2008 motto "Who Woulda Thunk It?"

Good luck, to him. that is a mess he is getting into, and with the support of Billary,.mmm I dont know about that.. for sure she will install hate and lies, no matter how clean you are once you are part of the Clinton Clan you can not help it to get involved in all of their messes, and I mean all of them they have tons of those, everywhere……………

Question for those calling for Spitzer to resign:

Why not also call for the resignation of David Vitter (R. LA)? After all he also used a high dollar escort (prosititute) service and was implicated in the so-called D.C. madam case. Why the double standard?? After all the state of LA is now run by Gov. Jindal (R)

Spitzer is a hypocrite and so are the ones who DON'T ask for Vitter to resign.

At least that guy is admiting it.

Old Bill Clinton took forever to tell the truth and then argued over the meaning of the word "is".

This is a great reminder of the sleaze that gets into office sometimes.

Where is a single proof that Hillary can deal with a Foreign Policy crisis? I await your answer_____

Where is a single proof that Hillary can unite Republicans and democrats to implement real solutions for this nation?
I await your answer_____

Given that "past behaviors" best tell what the individual will do in the future. What is the hope that scandals would not become evident during another Clinton term?
I await your answer_____

Please be honest and give me actual data to each question

The important transfer of power will be super delegate for Clinton to super delegate for Obama.

That would be icing on the cake!

I have to comment about the previous post about Fundraiser Geraldine Ferraro…I find it truly interesting Obama's camp throws out the "race" card again when they are afraid of losing in Missippi.

Clinton is NOT a racist…She disagrees with the comments made…but now there are 600 hate mails from Obama's camp accusing Clinton of racism…stirring up the Obama Black supporters…Smooth move…a great way to ensure winning Missippi by a Landslide.

I support the Lt. Govenor of New York. HE is like a Vice President. He is supposed to take the power of office if the Governor is no longer able to. I don't care who he is…he was elected by the people. He stands in when a Governor dies, or is unable to finish his term. Who cares what color he is and who cares if he is blind…by the way…the fact that he is blind proves anyone in America with a handicap can fulfill great things…I personally take too much for granted, and although it means Clinton lost a Superdelegate…I wish the New Governor of New York much success!

Regards,
Belle

who gets elliott spitzer's vote?

These men need to do the honorable thing when they are caught - Resign.

We all pay the price when they do not. Imagine, had Clinton resigned, we would have had Al gore - oh, how i want to relish that dream. We would not have gone to war, we would have capped fuel emission, the economy would have been great, there would have been health care for all. Just Imagine.

We need a need kind of politics, starting now.

Why can't the media report on Lt Gov Patterson without referring to his race? Because they want to promote racism. If you want to control the mind of a nation, control the media. Unfortunately, we fall for it and allow ourselves to be controlled all the time!!!

it's only a trend of things to come.shows that the country is moving forward.

If Hillary steals the nomination from Obama, this is one African-American who is going to seriously consider voting for Mccain.

CNN should have only said liberal Mayor. They're all blind anyway, just look at New Orleans..

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Hillary Rodham is working a peace agreement with Isareal and Hamaas..

What a gal, what experience–NOT

Sinbad just came out in an interview and said that Hillary's only decision in Bosnia was 'where to eat' ! He said the trip was no more than a USO troop tour!

So has no more foreign experience than anyone else!

Billary please STOP the lies and the spin.

David,

Every blessing and good wish for a successful reign as New York's governor. Please surround yourself with the best and brightest thinkers and doers you can find. Whatever you do, surround yourself with the best and brightest minds possible. Keep a few trusted advisors, but please do not rely on mediocre political hacks and "hanger-on" during your administration. You have a genuine opportunity to reverse the plight of the marginalized and disenfranchised, as well as to restore NY to her glory. Trust me, millions of New Yorkers want to see you succeed and are desperate for a strong and honest leader.

God Bless you and the people of NY.

Funny-how this election is not supposed to be about race. But AJ and sandy think just because Patterson is black, that is an automatic pledge to Obama. You know, what Hillary's campaign said earlier, is true-Obama would not be a contender, if he was not black. So so sad.

A blind Mayor would be a nice match to NY's blind Senators.

PEOPLE!!!! GET A GRIP!!! The only reason CNN mentioned his race because of the historical significance. Imagine the historical significance when the first black man is sworn in as president January 2009!!! Ha ha ha (sorry, couldn't resist!!!)

I think Patterson would do a great job as governor of NY

If the governement did not condone the escort industry it would stop it.

…go Patterson….run for your brothers…..run for your team !!!

It is impossible to calculate the moral mischief that mental lying has produced in society. When a man has so far corrupted and prostituted the chastity of his mind and his professional belief to things he does not believe in ,he has prepared himself for the commission of every other crime. My heart goes out to his wife and his family.

According to Wikipedia, Paterson is mentioned as a successor to Clinton if she should become President.

So, I think he'll probably be supporting Clinton.

Of course, if he's Governor, then I doubt if he'll succeed Clinton, but still…

He's from NY, Clinton's a Senator from NY, it would only be natural that the Lt. Governor be for Senator Clinton. Color has nothing to do with it, state loyalty will more than likely prevail.

Good news for Hillary? Hardly. As Spitzer is a Hillary supporter - I believe he also has a role in her campaign - it reminds voters of the character of the people that Hillary surrounds herself with. It also won't help her for voters to be reminded of the patterns of marital infidelity displayed by her husband while she stood loyally beside her mealticket and denied the charges that she had to know were true.

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Hillary Rodham crossed the Delaware river, not George Washington.

What a gal, what experience–NOT.

Although I sure don't approve of Spitzers actions I think he should stay on. You New York Republicans let AMERICA"S MAYOR pull his morally bankrupt actions with his Mistress and only his children punished him. What is wrong with you Hypocrits. You still have Vidor and Larry Craig in the house and senate. You tried to electedt your Morally Bankrupt Americas Mayor to the presidency. Amazing how republicans act with the shoe on the other foot.
Good for Geraldine Farrara what she said was the truth, the Obama's have been touting the fact he is black (biracial), but when the Clinton side mentions it Holy Cow ( can't say that ). Obama is running as a blackman And who is blindly voting for him? Black people because he is black, even say so. Give us a break stop the racism from the black side. STOP IT !!!!

Why weren't the Republicans lining up and giving Larry Craig an ultimatum especially since he was CONVICTED of an immoral sexual behavior!!!!!

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Hillary lead the troops when they stormed the beaches of Normandy.

What a gal, what experience–NOT.

Headlines said today that Gov. Spitzer did not do this one time but at least 7 or 8 or more. So he has a HABIT of breaking the law. We need leaders that have integrity - not ones that habitually cheat on their wives.

That goes for you too Bill Clinton!

Patterson is getting the job because he is next in line. You people really need to calm down. There will be no voting attached to this one.

Elliot, do not worry about your future….you can find a job outside of the legal profession…how about selling profolactics to your brotho connections?

Sad connection - did Spitzer prosecute others as if "they are good people who made bad decisions"?

I think he should resign. Infedlity in a marriage is one thing. Engaging the services of a prostitute is another. The Governor is supposed to enforce the laws of the state. Spitzer was a crusader against prostitution rings. How does he have any credibility now?

you know I get so sick and tierd of the racisim that some americans want to continue in the Free Country. Please stop it !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
This is a qualified man (yes he is black) who wants the help of the country to turn this thing around for everyone. Stop this 20th century slavery mentality. Stop!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Fire Ferrora as the Clinton campaign asked for the Obama campaign person to resign.

1.) Blacks were with Clinton until they played the race card in S. Carolina.

2.) Blacks have always voted 90% for dems… Was this a problem then when the CLinton's were receiving their support?

3.) It is an offensive statement to make because Barack Obama is a pol unlike any I have ever seen, with a new message that this country sorely needs to hear. His race has nothing to do with why I support him. This comment was intended to drive a wedge between whites and Obama by playing the race card.

4.) Being black did not make Obama's path to the presidency easier, just the opposite. He had to struggle with identity issues and racial bias his whole life. It is remarkable he is where he is and this should not be belittled.

Great News

all you people are "supporting" him just because he's black and blind? who's really blind here.. what do you know of his RECORD?!

Doesn't it marginalize Paterson to refer to him as a "black governor" and that there have only been three others before him? Why not let his credentials stand as they are. There is nothing novel about an African-American or visually impaired person being successful. "Atta boy, you did it even though you are black and blind." It's PC run amuck, and that kind of faux commiseration is the last thing any high achiever wants.

Surely Paterson was challenged by his visual disability and the color of his skin. He made it to the big leagues. Let's recognize that he did so, and leave the pseudo-sensitivity on the side of the road. THAT is equality.

Congrats to him! I'm sure he'll restore the honor to the office which it most wholeheartedly deserves

Yay! My first comment on CNN!

Enough Race baiting on the day of an Election CNN..

Seriously, as if you haven't gotten enough flack. Obama supporters are a large heard of sheep and you continue to act as their Shepard.

Block voting is BAD for democracy. He's running on black pride and Hillary Hate.. not a political platform and wont hold up against McCain

Your vision for NY has always been much clearer than most.. Bravo and good luck…

Enough Race baiting on the day of an Election CNN..

Seriously, as if you haven't gotten enough flack. Obama supporters are a large heard of sheep and you continue to act as their Shepard.

Block voting is BAD for democracy. He's running on black pride and Hillary Hate.. not a political platform and wont hold up against McCain

I hope Paterson pledges his support to Obama. This will be a nice black eye for Hillary - to have Spitzer's support for her replaced by Paterson's for Obama,. Both are superdelegates. And we hope Hillary and Bill go the same way Spitzer does…god knows that's where they both belong

And This is a good news for Hillary!

David Paterson supports Hillary

2008 Hillary

We need an African American President too!
Paterson sounds like a fine person!
If President Clinton had resigned in 1998, we would of had Gore as President. Would not have had 911, Iraq war, etc. Would not have the
dirty politics of Hillary Clinton.

It's a shame that the Republicans may force him to resign. I hope that he doesn't. Although I can understand that his focus must be on saving his marriage and his family right now. He won't be the first or the last to have dealt with infidelity in his marriage. I only hope his wife and family and their love for him will be strong enough to save his marriage. If his wife can forgive him then I think that everyone else should too.

I believe that Spitzer is still a good person who made a bad decision, and will hopefully open the eyes of other politicians who are doing bad and illegal things.

Thank you Jesus. Get rid of the bum. I hope Lt. Gov. Peterson will bring some level of honor and decency to the Office of Governor because it's obvious that Gov. Spritzer was all about his little "pee-pee" delight that about family, government and people to which he served.

He's a disgrace, it serves him right after thinking he was better than anyone else, his "holier" than thou mentality was amazing.

The audacity to think he would NOT get caught with his hands in the cookie jar is what everybody is shocked about!

There are MORE dirty-little men in political office and slowly but surely the truth is going to come to LIGHT about them too. They are soooooo ignorant to think that they can cheat Americans forever!!

We need to start "cleaning house" when it comes to our dirty politicians. I mean how much enabling are Americans going to continue to do? I mean what's next pedophiles, rapist, murderers? What's next?

MANY CONGRATULATIONS TO DAVID PATERSON

Why does everthing have to do with race. Why couldn't they state David Patterson is the best person for the job due to his qualifacations? Just like David Patersons qualification makes him a contender for this position so does the fact that Hillary has more experience than Obama. Why is is for some jobs you need qualifacations, and experience and some you dont?

Yes go Paterson. You will be the next Governor of New York. Remember you are a superdelegate, that can change your support at any time. Another superdelegate for Obama….yaaaaahhh!

Obama in 08!

I hope and pray that Elliot Spitzer doesnt resign, but I would be absolutley proud that David Patterson would be New York's first African American Governor.

THANK GOD!!!!

Congrats to Lt. Gov. David Paterson. I'm sure he'll do a fine job, and make the citizens of N.Y. proud. I also hope that NY will be able to move forward and focus on more important issues.