Nancy Pelosi shoudl but out of it - her leadership has been terrible. Caucuses are no more democratic than superdelegates!

I disagree, the candidancy should be won by the popular vote in my opinion. Those delegates and super delagates should be voting the way of the people THEY REPRESENT. If not, our elections could be called a complete FARCE.

Excellent point !

Way to go "Girl". The real girl.

Let's not forget Clinton urging caucus delegates to vote for her even if their state didn't.

Well, Pelosi has made it pretty obvious that she's picked a side! This is coming from the same lady that said the bridges were burned for a joint ticket because Clinton said Obama wouldn't make a good Commander-In-Chief. Last I checked, the Vice President isn't Commander-In-Chief.

Pelosi is being very irresponsible. Its comments like these that actually cause more harm. She, like other powerful leaders, really should take a wait-and-see approach.

What you don't seem to realize is, that the people who were following the "Pied Piper" around screaming his name and not knowing the words to his song, are finally learning the words to his song. I'm sure they wish they could take their vote back.

The Superdelegates should vote for Hillary Clinton who will lead our country done the road of success. We're counting on them to do the right thing for our country - Hillary all the way!!

She recently speaks frequently about the super delegates. I doubt her intention. If she is right, then superdelegates are meaningless, because whoever has more delegates should be the winner…it doesn't matter Obama 1705 and Clinton 1699, only 6 difference over almost 4000 delegates.

I don't agree with her.

So, we can't seat FL and MI because we have to remain strict to the process and rules. But we can't stick to the same rules for the superdelegate process because it could be damaging to the voters? I'm confused.

No offense, Nancy, but you saying this, sways voters. So do us a favor and keep your mouth shut.

I reaaly wish that all current members of Congress would put a moratorium on their comments. If you have endorsed Obama, keep it. If you have endorsed Clinton, keep it. If you haven't endorsed neither, keep it to yourself. Pelosi has made this point already and some folks agree: some don't. Because she is Speaker does not mean she is correct or her voice matters any more than anyone else's. Let this play out. We don't need any more comments from any politicians right now.

She speaks the truth ! ! !

Obama - Pelosi 08

AMEN!!!!!!

Preach Madam Speaker!

Go Obama!

Maybe you can tell how is it Ted Kennedy and his son have not turned their delegates over to Hillary she did win their states the other senators changed theirs when Baraki won their states so why is he different yheir no better than anybody else they should have to just like they goated the other black senators to change theirs or were they lying too???

Obama 08!
The American people have spoken and will continue to vote a leader who will represent the will of american people not the special interests! The will of American people will prevail! with all respect for Clintons and their hard fight battle, may God bless their heart to embrace the will of people' heart with joy.

I suggest everyone write into pelosi and tell her to keep mum about something that doesn't concern her.
The election is for us, not her.

She's jealous of Hillary Clinton's primary victories this past year, a feat she, herself, could never accomplish in a million years.

This is precisley the kind of fuel that Hillary needs to buy out the superdelegates and win more votes from undecideds! Doesn't Pelosi realize that our country feeds on drama and reality shows? Every time she opens her mouth, she hurts Obama's chances. Why is she doing this? It's completely unnecessary.

she is right. Check your basic definition of democracy. Shame on you CNN. Even Fox does better than you these days. You are helping the Clintons to spin over or overexagerate the role of superdelegate. Rememember, you may have been bribed to cover you news, but the Superdelegates are not fools. You cannot ignore the will of the people.

Nancy Pelosi, you are just another shamelessly-in-the-tank-for-Obama tool. Please stop trying to tell us and the super delegates who to vote for and please stop trying to get yourself on the ticket with Obama. HA! As if Obama is even going to be in this race anymore after the Wright/Wrong revelation. You have been a huge disappointment as Speaker of the House…and to think I was so excited to have the first female Speaker.

i don't care how you idoits do it—just fix it and be quick about it

Wow, what did HRC do to piss off Pelosi?? I'm an Obama supporter, so I'm glad nonetheless. Pelosi will run the convention so her opinion is important. It is my guess that uncommitted superdelegates will look to her for leadership.

NO FEAR JUST FACT:
As a Black Man of MIssissippi, I see Obama as the one to Damage the Democractic Party.
He has many radical supporters. His mentor really concerns me. I hope the Superdelegates support Hillary because I see Obama and his radical mentor and friends in the White House making policy.
Hillary is more electable and will keep Amercia values and policy in the world that we live. Some nations of the world you just don't welcome to your home, they earn it. I see our future in serious question with Obama.

Sen. Clinton is looking for a shortcut. Mrs. Pelosi has a clear vision of the Dem. Party. She should continue to adovcate for her opinion.

Superdelegates should be required to cast their vote prior to the first caucus or primary and have the results kept secret until the final primary is held. This would prevent the vote of the superdelegates to be swayed by results of the primary elections.

If the super delegates are not free to vote as they personally see fit to; then WHY have super delegates at all? This would only prove to be a redundant, superficial, dog and pony show that not fractures the party but potentially adds to the expense of the convention.

Well of course it does it is exactly like most of the Democrat Party programs; wasteful, useless and full of red tape.

Pelosi is right. One needs to play by the rules. If you are ahead by even one delegate, you win. And the way the numbers are, Obama will always be ahead.That being said, it is time to consolidate the Democratic party and place full support behind Obama.

I would give money for Pelosi to be voted out on her rear end in the next election. It would serve her right for being ignorant and judgemental. She is showing her true colors here and now. Down with Pelosi.

Nancy Pelosi should answer the following questions:

Do the super delegates have a mind of their own to think who they feel is the best candidate to win in the general election?

Should they vote for who they considered the best?

Should they follow party line or vote their mind?

Please Nancy, why don't you focus on your disappointing performance since taking over the control of the house.

Under the current situation concerning the pastor I think Pelosi should rethink her position. If Obama gets the nomination the Democractic party is doomed. Obama cannot, cannot win against McCain. Obama should withdraw from the race for the party's wll being, or it will crash and burn. There will be so many Democrats that will vote over party lines it will be unbeiveable. Hence, Bush politics win again.

I dont know why she hasnt come out and just backed obama yet

I think that this lady is a discredit to the Dems. She sure has driven me away.

she is correct because the democratic party was found by the desire for the voice of the people to be heard not silenced …this not the republican party and hilary who denounced barak obama for a republican doesn;t seem to share democrat views

The Speaker of the House is right: Superdelegations should only serve to ratify the voice of the voters in the primary. To do otherwise, will only divide the Democfratic Party and turn-off first time voters like myself and ultimately keep the Republican in office for another four years. We can not afford such luxury: the Buch/Cheney policy must come to end.

she is correct because the democratic party was found by the desire for the voice of the people to be heard not silenced …this not the republican party and hilary who denounced barak obama for a republican doesn;t seem to share democrat views

Pelosi hasn't done a darn thing since she became speaker, she has got to be the worst in recent history, who cares what she says.

Why doesn't Pelosi just come out and endorse Obama straight up instead of pretending to be neutral?

she is correct because the democratic party was found by the desire for the voice of the people to be heard not silenced …this not the republican party and hilary who denounced barak obama for a republican doesn;t seem to share democrat views

I believe that N.P. has not been good for the Dems. I have to think twice about being a Dem because of her.

she is correct because the democratic party was found by the desire for the voice of the people to be heard not silenced …this not the republican party and hilary who denounced barak obama for a republican doesn;t seem to share democrat views

she is correct because the democratic party was found by the desire for the voice of the people to be heard not silenced …this not the republican party and hilary who denounced barak obama for a republican doesn;t seem to share democrat views

Pelosi is another politician looking for her own gain. Imagine that — it's Obama in women's clothing.

If this is such a problem, then get rid of "superdelegates".

I think Obama should step down. How could we even consider putting someone in the White House who is anti-American and anti- white? How can you attend a church for 20 years, and then claim that you had no idea that your pastor preached hatred and bigotry from the pulpit? Wright didn't turn this way over night.

If its a delegate race and delegates choose the nominee and super delegates are free to vote whom ever they want why are you saying Super delegates should votes similar to how people voted. You are considering popular vote? that means you dont care about how people voted. What is it that you are getting from Obama campaign?

I like that she said this before Wright's drama. I predict there are 2 more major bursts for Obama coming soon. I would like to hear what Pelosi says then…

Nancy is just jealous of another lady climbing up higher than her in government. She needs to JUST SHUT UP, and do the work in the house for which she was elected but apparently, not having much success besides her stupid smile, and the platitudes that come out of her mouth every second.

I do not even know how these people get elected to leadership roles.

Harvey

I think the super delegates should choose whoever is the front runner becuase if they didnt it would rob the voters of thier obvious choice for president but we all know no matter what happens someone wont get thier way and will throw a fit and im sure just as the past few elections ended this one will end in controversy as well. Go figure right…

They were made super delegates to use their own judgment , that's the rules, it's funny how Obama supporters always talk about the rules when it comes to a revote, Pelosi is showing who she's for when she tells super delegates not to follow the rules. So count Florida and Michigan that wiil make Hillary a head in popular votes and delegates

Pelosi, why don't you just endorse Obama? Every comment you have made is directly from the Obama camp.

Obama/Pelosi Democratic Presidential ticket.

Clinton/Obama 50/50 split regarding delegates in Florida and Michigan.

Without flaw everyone win.

She's clearly for Obama

Why doesn't she just come out and endorse Sen Obama, it's no secret she's in favor of him.

If Obama enters the convention with a lead in delegates, and the Clintons manage to take the nomination from him somehow..this country will see "troubles" like we have not seen since the 60s.

This type of gameplaying is what made me switch to the Republican party years ago. For Pelosi to suggest that the rules should be changed at this point in the game is typical of the manipulations of the Democratic party.

This is all too un-American. Let the voters decide, but only after the nation receives full disclosure from Mrs. Clinton as well — her tax returns, Bill Clinton's White House papers, and earmarks for New York State.

To date, Mr. Obama has been extremely forthcoming about his frailties and judgment calls. We require the same of Mrs. Clinton.

Nancy…you're right…so do us all a favor, after this election, eliminate this unnecessary step in the process. Superdelegates…it's ridiculous!

Finally, a leader emerges in the Democratic party establishment!

The superdelegates should not matter at all!
Party insiders should not determine who wins the election. For this year let the pledged delegates determine the winner. But next election, the popular vote should be what determines the winner.

Shut up.

Coming from such a non productive Majority Leader???

This takes a lot of nerve on her part..especially since the congress favor ratings are in the toilet full of kaka. She should have had a grip on the war and health care and she has ignited nothing but empty promises.
If she doesn't go with the CORRECT choice to win in Novemeber(which she semms to be favoring Senator Obama) she will be voted out. Don't mess with the will of the peolpe that know how to look past the snake oil.
All these recent conflicting lies that are coming out about Senator Obama's truth or the disregarding of it. LIES LIES LIES…
If It's Too Good To Be True…It Probably ISN'T

This woman is fishing hard for the VP spot!!! I would most likely never support Obama but if Pelosi is on the ticket there is ABSOLUTELY no way I would vote for him. This year may be the first year since I could vote that I did not support the democratic candidate.

Pelosi is wrong, thankfully. The goal of the democratic party is get in office. That means the superdelagates will pick the best person who stands the best chance in getting in office. Thankfully nobody listens to Pelosi. Currently Obama has disgraced the country and in not electable. Time to turn the page on Obama and unite the party.

Tell 'em Nancy…Its a DELEGATE RACE…this is a race to see who receives the most delegates. HRC can promote any "measure of success" she wants but the DEMO nominee will be based on DELEGATES…Nothing else. If any other measure is used at this late stage of the game, then chaos will result and the DEM party will suffer for it…in a way that will take generations to recover from.

Nancy you suck

I would never support any woman running for political office if she did not support Hillary. The only exception would probably be if she were African American. I hope she is not hungry to get on the ticket.

Hillary '08

i believe the superdelegates where put in place for a reason …like if voters selected a person who they thought was one thing but turned out to be another..it gives the people a way out as to reconsider….so just like they endorsed hillary and then switched to obama they can go back to hillary if the is a viable reason ..like a pastor who preaches hate…baracks doing us like bill did monica …baracks riding dirty……….

She is totally supporting Obama. She should be neutrl. Anyway, who cares what Nancy thinks.

Pelosi is either strong Obama supporter or she just wants the people to make the decision not the super-delegate. Either way I love Pelosi.

If you were on the board of a public company, would you vote to hire an individual as chief executive if you knew he or she had falsified his or her resume in material ways?

If the answer is no, should a candidate for the Presidency be held to a LOWER standard?!

Why in the world would Nancy Pelosi want to focus on delegate counts instead of the total popular vote? Also, why isn't Pelosi recognizing the votes that were actually cast? This entire season and the draconian system it has revealed for declaring the nominee has been repeatedly disheartening. And hearing "change" with no substance behind it is disillusioning.

I will cast my delegate for Barack Obama if he is winning when popular vote. If Hillary cheats her way through this election, I will not vote. Obama won TX he gain more votes. What happen in NY, how is it that Obama only won one district. Some one needs to investigate this asap. Now that you have the Former Gov. of NY talking, see if he can say what happen to those 80 missing districts.

Please. It is too late for Obama to get on his high horse and talk about division. It is time to take responsibility for the hatred and division spewed from the mouths of individuals like Wright and Farakkan. For Obama to pretend his hands are clean is an insult to the American public.

Yeah, let's see how "fair" Hillary and gang are with this one. I certainly wouldn't give in regarding changing the rules and/or giving her more delegates even though she won a non-contested primary election. Obama, you may need those extra votes down the line. Hold onto your hat and make NO committment until it's entirely impossible ( in reference to news events or anything) that you could lose. Don't be hasty in wanting to divide anything.

Pelosi is wrong on this. It is the function of the superdelegates to decide which candidate emerges as the one who is strongest going into the general election. They are not bound by delegate math or popular vote to exercize their judgment. By the summer, one candidate's momentum could change dramatically and that is why the superdelegates should not be deciding now.

preach the word sister, nothing but the man. talk sister, can I get an aman. This is Why Bush has run over the Democratic Leadership. They all should speak up. obama has won the people and he deserve the nomination

Nice to see that the person with more popular vote doesnt get to win here. What a farce and you call this a democratic country. Its easy to see that Mrs Clinton is the best candidate and they are all trying to stop her from winning. Maybe its time to send observers to watch the election process in America the same way they send them to third world countries

The primary was held. Obama lost it. Both names were on the ballot in Florida. Obama's ads ran in Florida but did not campaign, neither did Hillary. What is not fair about the primary staying where it is? Why spend all this money to prove a point, instead, get on with it and shut up. Give Hillary her delegates, Obama the ones that he would have won and move on.

Pelosi, you have earned my high respect for your integrity and courage in face of the choice between your party's and personal interest. More superdelegates should act like you. I have full confidence that this race will end in the hands of those with integrity and faith in people.

Nancy Pelosi should just endorse Obama and get it over with. Chalk her up as another left-wing Hillary hater. I hope moderate Democrats challenge her for Speaker of the House next year and kick her out of that leadership role.

Another smart remark from Nancy Pelosi on helping to settle this mess of an election. She's consistently been the most logical voice during the primaries, being one of the few Democrats really trying to hold the party together. If the people don't feel like they're being represented in the primaries, they certainly aren't going to treat the Democratic party kindly in the general election. Leaving the decision up to a reigning oligarchy of superdelegates, will NOT make too many people happy. Pelosi for president!

What Pelosi does now is showing leadership. Thank you for that.

Pelosi said:

"If the votes of the superdelegates overturn what's happened in the elections, it would be harmful to the Democratic party"

Amen to that!

"If the votes of the superdelegates overturn what's happened in the elections, it would be harmful to the Democratic party"

Amen to that!

If the superdelegates to overturn the popular vote, it would demonstrate how out-of-touch the Democratic leadership is with the people.

The people want honesty, modesty and not just majority rule but a leadership that's a reflection the WHOLE nation.

I totally AGREE !!!!
Why did we vote if the Superdelegates can change the results based on a backroom deal to give them their dream job?

we can see that she is looking to become Obama VP. I can tell you straight, this is not going to happen Pelosi. You ain't get it. You have have been biased in your comment. Thank you.

Nancy should just shut her fat trap if he isn't going to come out and support either Obama or Clinton at this point. She has no right to try and influence others when she herself hasn't stepped up to the line and declared who she supports.

Are the superdelegates the people of Washington?…Why would we campaign to the general public to cast votes, and later leave the candidate to be selected by superdelegates, WHat Does That Mean?

The Republicans will replay all thess mess for the Dems in the general election, and the Dems will not like it!!

As an example, soon, I expect to see videoclips of

"I never.. to that woman, Monica Lewinsky.."
plus
Interviews with Paula with a question such as:

If Hillary cannot control Bill, how can we expect her to control the men in her potential cabinet? Folks, stay tuned!!! This will only get uglier, if you cannot get back on track!

Then what was the purpose of super delegates in the first place? It looks like Pelosi is against the rules now that the game has started.
She should quit whining like Obama or simply quit.

If the superdelegates change the vote to pick someone that the voters of this Nation did not choose, don't be surprised if John McCain wins by a landslide.

He'll have the republicans voting for him and over half of the democrats.

Pelosi - you better take this up with Howard Dean.

The rules of the DNC state that superdelegates are suppose to make up their own minds.

If the Democratic Party end up trashing public votes away, and replacing them by the votes of Superdelegates—which is clearly a sign most voters will view as undemocratic practice and disagree with, then there might be an absolutely votes against Democratic Party nominee in the general election.

If Obama wins nomination I will vote republican for the first time in my democratic life especially now that Pelosi is getting her mouth in the mix of things.

Just split them and lets move on…..

In other words, this election will not be "stolen" — the will of the voters will carry the day. It's about time the Democratic leadership started to speak out against all of the silly antics that have been clouding the political landscape of this primary season. It's the (pledged) delegates, stupid!

And the Democratic nomination goes to… Obama!

The Democrats appear to be deadlocked as in 1924. Neither candidate will have enough delegates to take the nomination. History repeats itself and perhaps the democrats should nominate someone else, such as, nobel laureate Al Gore who will bring unity to the party.

it appears to me that the majority of remaining superdelegates feel as if Hillary is the right person to be the nominee and would overturn the delegates count.

i say good for them as i think it's the better choice.

Superdelegates must pay to details before they cast their votes.

Pelosi is evil!

If hillary wins the popular vote, then she should win the nomination. Since when can you deny the people's right to vote! This is not about delegates.

Listen to the voice of reason.

OBAMA/PELOSI 08!! That would repair this party instantly!

About time someone from the party leadership stepped up and put an end to this ridiculous parlor game Hillary was attempting to play. The rules are the rules. It is clear Hillary can not win the election.

Who are you? Pelosi? Super speaker of super delegates. Do you think you have more privilege than the others to speak?

Why is Pelosi have a say in this? Why doesn't she treat Obama like she does Hillary? She has lost my support along with Obama's.

Pelosi……go away. You've done a lousy job so far and now you want to compound that by supporting a candidate whose ship may be on the reef at this time. Do you want us to lose again?

Pelosi does damage ……..and needs to shut up and stay out of it. There are enough crackpots sounding off without adding her to the bunch.

Why doesn't Pelosi just openly support Obama and stop trying to play impartial? Back in February she was saying the role of the super delegates were to be indepenent, and were tasked with making sure the best candidate would be elected for the general election. She sure back tracked on that didn't she?

the dnc wants everybody happy, do a do-over primary howard with dnc paying for it. period otherwise you don't seem like the dnc leader is leading. california went to hillary pelosi should go to hillary like john lewis got forced to go to obama, maybe rev wright called him or farrakan.

pelosi People like you will damage the democratic party. SHAME ON YOU!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Sorry, but Pelosi needs to be a sock in it.

Pelosi who?

I applaud Pelosi for her position and clarification that superdelegates can not be above the will of national convention delegates picked in primaries and caucuses, otherwise why have elections.

Pelosi cant you see John Lewis ran to Obama because Obama won n his State why dont you vote for Clinton because she won your State but jealous people like you wont . You are just jealous of Clinton . To Hell with you.Nobody will buy your useless idea. As Clinton will win and you will be disappointed.!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

mrs pelosi is a very intelligent woman who is thoughtful and methodic. she is so syllogistic and diferent from ferraro. she sees the looming danger of the democratic party super delegates overturning the popular will.

I don't always agree with Nancy Pelosi, but I sure do here. I don't like the choice others and my State made, but for the convention to come to another conclusion would undermine the will of the people. I also give her credit for not mentioning the candidates by name, the issue is bigger than either of them, or, this one election. The Democratic Party would be shooting themselves in the foot to do anything so foolish as going against those that vote for them.

Apparently she is clearly jealous of Clinton. Why didn't she come up with this idea before Texas and Ohio but she was hoping until the last moment that Hillary would loose and now that HIllary is very likely going to win PA too she is afraid that superdelegates will go for HIllary instead of Obama. Such a two-faced person.

For goodness sakes! Why don't they just ADD MORE DELEGATES!

Wouldn't that be easier than all this fuss? Then one of the candidates will be able to hit that magic number, and be the winner!

Also something else that Pelosi needs to mind her own business and quit trying to tell everybody else in the superdelegates how to vote the old bitty. If you count the popular vote in clueing Florida and michigan Hillary should be darn close to the same delegates as Obama and she should have the poplular vote. so shut up old lady and only speak for yourself.Jean

She's an Obama supporter. No one wants Hillary in the White House! She and Bill are "dirty".

Sorry I should have written including not in clueing.

Funny the Democrats try to represent themselves as the "Party of the Little Guy" and the only party that really stands up for all - yet their candidate will be decided upon by a select few powers in the party. Hmm?

Nobody says what everyone already knows better than Nancy Pelosi.

I see that Pelosi is for the most liberal person she can get. America is not ready to be as extreme to the opposite side as Bush was. We need someone in the middle.

The superdelegates are independent. She needs to get over it. If they don't want to roll over so her guy gets the nom, tough. Yet, another Obama supporter that is having difficulties with facts.

If it isn't Clinton, McCain '08

I seems sad that she would say Super Delegates should follow the will of the people. If that is true then she will be voting for Hillary since she won her district and her state.

Shut up Pelosi!

The DEMOCRATIC PARTY must obey the DEMOCRATIC PRINCIPLE of elections, especially in the worlds leading DEMOCRACY! Enough said Nancy Pelosi. She is a white woman too.. and would be happy to see the first woman president but she understands that in a democracy like ours, the VOICE of the MAJORITY of the PEOPLE is the VOICE OF GOD. A word to the wise…

Pelosi may look a little like Joan Rivers, but at least she has some common sense and the best interest of the democratic party at heart.

Sounds like Pelosi wants to play the Supreme Court during our Primary. Who does she think she is? She is trying to tell everyone how to read their job description. You were elected, not born in the Senate manger.

The votes in Florida and Michigan should not count because they made a decision not to follow the rules. The Governor of Florida stated that his decision to go against the rules was the right thing to do. Governor, following the rules would have been the right thing to do. Your choice was not fair to the people of your state. You should be held accountable.

Pelosi- you need to back off of your one woman crusade for OBAMA. He is "NOT ELECTABLE" "NOT A VIABLE CANDIDATE" –these are not MY words- look ANYWHERE on any email thread–even the ultra-liberal Huffington Post!!!!! I will be so devastated and ANGRY if we let Obama move past this in our primary only to be CRUSHED IN THE GENERAL.

Pelosi and others know that too many voters are turned off by Hillary's shenanigans.

OBAMA 08

I couldn't agree more madam speaker.

Nancy Pelosi: Your power resides only within the House. That is it. Get used to it.

If Obama has more pledged delegates than Hillary, but she has more total delegates (pledged plus super) , then Hillary should win, according to Pelosi.

Nancy Pelosi:

You are a voice of sanity.

Thank you.

Did you hear that Hillary ? More Delegates Winner …….More Delegates Winner……….. got it

Speaker Nancy Pelosi has always been to me a woman of reverent leadership. She represents the true democratic voice within the Democratic Party - she plays no games, harbors no favoritism but always stands with courage for what is right, just and democratic within the Party in particular and the nation in general. I am proud of her leadership!!!

What? The House stands up to Bush on surveillance? Pelosi stands up for fairness in the primaries? After all these years, is there life in the House?

I would ask the Speaker why this has not been brought up before. Why have superdelegates if they don't count.

"when he spoke of a procedure "that doesn't advantage one candidate or another too much."

Hah. Obama accuses Clinton of wanting to disenfranchise people by using superdelegates, while he himself doesn't support seating Florida and Michigan's delegates, thereby actively disenfranchising millions of Democrats.

I've had enough of Obama.

Sounds like Pelosi's a closet Obama supporter…sounds like someone's jealous of Hillary!

shut up Nancy hillary is trying to come up with another kind of delegate just so she can win. You must be a stupid as her. Hope the clintons end up in jail over the peter paul ordeal or send them to iraq for a while. WE surely can live with out them in our country!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Finally, democratic leadership starts to say things that make sense. Hooray! Maybe there is hope for the party yet.

Howard Dean you have been put on notice Nancy the Voice of reason in our Party will not let you and the Clintons stand in the Way of the American People!!!

I'm so glad to see that Pelosi has been smart enough not to fall blindly in line with The Uterus Club and support Hillary.

Thank you, Nancy. Yes we can!

Nancy Pelosi has to be the most biased, non-biased person I've ever been aware of.

Ms. Pelosi is a welcome voice of reason on this subject in the Democratic Party. For the superdelegates to go against the will of the electorate will surely drive some Independents and many conservative Democrats into the arms of the McCain campaign come November. Now is a time for unity within the party, not another historical event which mirrors the national electoral college selecting our President instead of the popular vote.

I can't believe that I like this woman all of a sudden ! Ahhh, its only temporary.

She is a very honest politician. Way to go!

Nancy,
You are forgetting the role and purpose of superdelegates, girl. Don't try to influence them by saying they have to go for who has the most delegates. If that were the case, superdelegates are not needed. You are changing the rules on us.

How can Nancy Pelosi be so out of touch with her party's history? The superdelegates were set up precisely for the reason of determining the candidate. Otherwise, why bother to have them at all? You only need one person to break a tie, not 800!

Ms Pelosi,

Is it because your leadership in Congress is showing low ratings, that's why you feel that you will get more pardon from Obama when he gets the nominee? Now, why do I say that…

You know that HIllary is a true leader who will clean up mess in Congress and will make sure that things are done the right way.

I don't wonder why you are rooting forr a rookie over a seasoned former first lady- because anybody can and will control him in the White House.

I am in agreement with the Speaker of the Hous,…..

Since Senator Obama's judgement problems earn him the "Big Dog of Damage" award during this "silly season," he ought to cast his vote for Senator Clinton immediately then get back to his day job. He just might lose it some day.

Thanks Ms. Pelosi for knowing whats best. I think Superdelegates know whats best as well.

This lady changes her story more times than I change my socks in a week…

The only problem with her argument… Do the math… Obama will win more delegates but Clinton will win the popular vote…

Not sure how voting one way or the other is going to hurt the party???

She is just looking for her 15 minutes this week!!!

WE do not need Nancy Pa-loopy to make any decisions, she needs to keep them to her mindless self

Pelos is an Obama supporter… she really has no clue regarding just how much the extremely divisive Obama has already destroyed the Democratic Party.

Can someone shut this lady up??? It is so obvious that she doesn't want Hillary to win…Why doesn't she just say it…instead of releasing these stupid statements everyday…she is acting as if what she says really matters in the elections!!

Thanks Nancy, it's nice to see someone finally speak out and say the delegates should represent the vote, voice and choice of the people. I do believe there will be some very angry voters out there if the delegates overturn the vote of the people.

The system base on counting delegates stinks. What about the concept that we the people and our votes count and is the power for representation?.

Pelosi needs to stop pretending to be neutral and endorse Obama already. At least people will know her comments are because she supports Obama and not because it's an unbiased comment about what's best for the Party.

Pelosi is a closet Obama supporter and she just needs to come out. So she is willing to over turn the will of the people, should one candidate win the popular vote vs one having a few more delegates?
Sounds like a Bush vs Gore scenario…hmmmm.

I am curious if CNN has any videos of Barack Obama's minister that are not incendiary. I believe the minister gave Senator Obama the idea for the title of his book - The Audacity of Hope. Could CNN show that in one of the reports to give a more well rounded picture of the minister.

Why dont you just declare your support for Obama, Nancy?

Why prove to the American kids what a hypocritical politician you are? Just endorse him instead of saying I am neutral. Have some respect for American kids. Dont teach them how to lying.

Dear nancy,

Another reason for me to NOT vote for you in the next election. You suck as the House Speaker and your latest opinion sucks with it. The superdelegates are supposed to vote for the candidate they feel will best represent the party. You, from California should represent the people of your state. California FOR HILLARY!

I would believe Nancy Pelosi if her daughter didn't work for Obama's campaign. Wow, she really is objective.

The crazy lady is totally in the TANK with obama. They are both….

That's exactly the way it should be. That is the democratic way to do things. Sometimes I wonder if Hillary even knows what party she belongs to or if she even cares. She seems willing to divide it even if it means risking the general election. Selfish.

Pelosi- you need to back off of your one woman crusade for OBAMA. He is "NOT ELECTABLE" "NOT A VIABLE CANDIDATE" –these are not MY words- look ANYWHERE on any email thread–even the ultra-liberal Huffington Post!!!!! I will be so devastated and ANGRY if we let Obama move past this in our primary only to be CRUSHED IN THE GENERAL!!!

Billary thinks she can dictate to the democratic party,how the nominee should be chosen. She wants to convince the Super delegates to award her the nomination based on the popular vote. That is not going to happen.
IT'S ALL ABOUT THE DELEGATE COUNT!!!!!!
You can't change the rules just because you're losing!!!!

to say that the superdelegates should follow the primaries is to render them superfluous. they're there for a reason: to decide the matter of the candidacy with their superior understanding. pelosi knows this full well. she should get back to her full-time job and stop with the none-too-subtle stumping for obama.

Finally… about time someone said it.

So far people like Howard Dean have been tip-toeing around this… Someone, and someone high (can't imagine anyone higher) needed to state this in plain English.

This election can not give the impression that it was stolen, or else the party will be destroyed.

Hillary can get on her soap box and say we can't ignore the voices of two states, yet if she is going to get this nomination without the delegate and popular vote lead then she is ignoring the voice of over HALF the states.

You think the media has been unfair to Clinton this far, if she steals the nomination she is going to be ripped apart.

I am an Obama supporter, so I have no problem with what she is saying… but Ms. Pelosi might as well just come out and endorse Obama.

3 times in the past week she has kind of alluded to it.

I am also very glad that someone is finally taking a stand against the fact that Clinton is trying to find every possible angle to cheat her way into the nomination.

the split vote of Florida and Michigan will not solve the problem. I just want my banana split not my vote.

Pelosi needs to get over her jealousy of Clinton…

House Speaker Nancy Pelosi is someone I respect greatly. She is one true politician. She believes in the truth and very fair decisions. Her comment is the right decision.

Yes, Speaker Pelosi. It is also time to get these superdelegates moving now rather than later. You will never stop Clinton's awful war on Obama until she knows she has lost all hope to lure the superdelegates to abandon the popular will. Thank you, Speaker.

Kudos to Nancy Pelosi.
It's about time someone has decided to speak the truth. Mrs. Pelosi is still mad at the fact that hillary had the nerve to endorse John Mccain over Obama. Hillary can try to blackmail the superdelgates to vote for her, but not all of them will cower to the clinton machine. Hillary is a disgrace to the democratic party.

Nancy you should join your husband in retirement.

And as for demaging the party, that the DNC has done all by it's self. Your comments are very bias, hey when did you join the other party?

To hear the DNC suggest that some Americans votes shouldn't count, that's what's wrong you, and Howard Dean!

So much for being nuetral!

Pelosi is not working to unite the party. First she says Obama and Clinton won't be on the same ticket, now this. She might as well just come out and declare for Obama instead of pretending to be neutral.

Hmm… Nancy you seem a bit disturbed

First you say: Superdelegates should not overturn the decision of the voters, then you say: It's a delegate race, thats how the system works.

But: Thats not how the system works. It is clear: If there is no decesive lead of one of the candidates in pledged delegates, than the so called "superdelegates" will make the decision. If it wouldn't be that way, why you should have any?

You can't first suspend the rules (superdelegates are not free but have to follow the voters) and then argue with the rules (it's a delegates race) for the very same decision.

Thats called sophism, or how Sen. Obama would say "old washington"

Nancy–stay out of it–you are a leader–remember–we will be united in the end—unless you show your hand early. Then we have chaos—

After what we heard coming out of the mouth of Obama's mentor, you'll still saying the superdelegates will do more damage? I think not. Tney should cast their votes for Hillary Clinton now and overwrite the will of the voters this time. Obama is a fraud, liar and deceiver.

Who cares what Pelosi says, she isn't running for president! she isn't in the DNC that governs the party. She will need to shut up and let the commitee take care of the problem, heck she can't even take care of congress the little toad. Obama will win, and to heck with Hitlery, Pelosi's clone.

Good on you Congresswoman Pelosi, that's what it's all about. We can't change the system everytime it suits the Clinton's. I'll support Hillary 100% if she has the majority of pledged delegates, but she really needs to cut the sniping and focus on issues.

Pelosi is an obvious Omaba supporter. After shedding new light on Rev Wright and Omaba, there is no way in hang I would vote for him. He's lying through his teeth about not knowing about the Reverand's sermons. Give me a break. This would be the first time I vote for a republican, which I would gladly do.

I'm not a Democrat, but I have to agree with Pelosi. This is only being portrayed as a complicated matter because of vicious jockeying for the nomination. In fact it's not complicated. This is a number's contest. If the qualifying 2025 number is not reached by any of the candidates at the end of the contest, whoever is ahead in the numbers is the winner. How can it possibly be otherwise ?

Pelosi has already shown she is a Obama supporter…I dont think her ideas count at all where super delagates are concerned,,she is biased…I also think there is a lot of business she needs to be taking care of right now besides weighing in here.

Nancy Pelosi should shut up and stop telling other super delegates who to do. In stead of being neutral she is taking side. Does she understand why super delegates are created to begin with and why do we need them if only pledged delegates matter?
Pelosi is an ultra liberal taking side of the left wing of the Democratic party. Sadly she disappointed us as a Speaker.

'Yes we can" Obama 08

why have superdelegates if they are not free to vote as they please?

If Nancy really means what she says….then she better be placing her vote with Hillary since California (her state) voted for Hillary…if not and she doesn't vote for Hillary then I think all her comments are political BS….and her way of casting her support to Obama

Of recent, Nancy Polosi has been making statements at variance with her supposed neutrality. I am beginning to wonder if she is gunning to be Obama's running mate. As Democrats say, there are rules for the nomination, those should be followed without lectures from Madam Speaker.

We should pick someone with experience in domestic and foreign policy.

NO OJT for the president of the united states.

Pelosi does not want any women to be in higher position than her.

As the speaker of the house she should mind her own business when her congesses approval is 19%.

so why even bother having superdelegates then if they are supposed to go with whoever has the most pledged delegates?? it just does not make sense. isn't it their duty to cast their vote for who they believe is the best candidate for the party??? what is up with pelosi…she must have some ties to obama for some reason.

We want action not words or racist OBAMA

youtube.com/watch?v=cCG5Tp4ZwZI

Someone is seriously gunning for a VP slot on the Obama ticket. I won't say who, but it rhymes with Melosi.

UNITED WE STAND, DIVIDED WE FALL.

Hillary should get what she has earned from the States in votes, since the major news media try to discredit her at every turn. If Obama gets the nomination. I will not vote.

If the delegates nominate Obama, What?
Never mind Obama who keeps company with openly unsavory characters; from a pastor he calls "uncle" who makes basically, anti-American remarks which could be equivalent to terrorist remarks,

Pelosi needs to dig a hole and stay in it. She is an ineffective Speaker of the House and simply needs keep her bias to herself.

The people of the United States want this nomination to be taken to the people. Let the rest of the remaining 50 states voice their preference. She is useless.

NOT, THEY MAY, THEY WILL AND IRREPARABLY .

This is funny. FL might split its delegates half and half? Isn't that the same as not being counted? But, shhhhhhhh, don't tell them. They'll never know the difference…can't do ballots correctly, can't follow Democratic Party rules. All tooooooooooo funny!

I forgot to add: We used to be a strong country, but now we are becoming weak, when we can not stand up and say, hey we do not need someone like Obama to run our country, there are too many shady things coming out about him. We need to put this country back together and make it strong again. And it will not be if Obama gets in.

Michigan and Florida blew their chance by moving up their elections…rules are rules…Now Hillary NEEDS all the delegates she can dig up….so, she is flip-flopping her position!

Hey, HRC….bow out now for the sake of our party! Many, many of us are signing a petition to be sent to the DNC saying if you win the nomination because of the delegates from Michigan and Florida or the SUPERdelegates…we will not vote in November…AT ALL!

OBAMA '08

PS. And the superdelegates will NOT do harm if they overturn the pledged delegates. They will be doing the best thing for this country if Obama is in the lead. They need to overturn. Maybe they have all the brains.

Nancy is a hack. Her Congress has a lower approval rating than Bush. She does not speak for all democrates. She is a failure and she is mad because because Hillary is going to show her how to be a strong woman that can get things done. I guess she is happy Bush won the election in 2000 against Al Gore, who actually won the popular vote. Nancy is backing a candidate that would sink the democratic party, Obama. She is CU CU.
GO HILLARY CLINTON

Pelosi needs to keep her neutral stance just as Reed is doing. She in my opinion is saying just enough to signal who she is for!!!!!!!!!!

Obama has the delegates. He will have the most delegates when the primary season is over. Whether he or Hillary Clinton are viable candidates after this is over is debatable.

Why can't Nancy Pelosi keep her mouth shut? If this is the case what is the need for super delegates. DNC chairman Howard Dean thinks totally different from Nancy Pelosi. This is the most divided democratic party i have seen.

Good luck Democrats.