March 18, 2008
Posted: 06:30 PM ET
 Murtha endorsed Clinton Tuesday.
Murtha endorsed Clinton Tuesday.

(CNN) — Pennsylvania Rep. John Murtha announced Tuesday he's backing Hillary Clinton's White House bid.

In a statement, Murtha said Clinton is "the candidate that will forge a consensus on health care, education, the economy, and the war in Iraq.

"I've known Senator Clinton for fifteen years," he said. "I know that she continually reaches out for opinions and ideas not just from our nation's leaders, but from all Americans."

Murtha’s announcement comes several weeks before the critical Pennsylvania Democratic presidential primary. He is also the latest so-called Democratic “Super Delegate” to choose sides in the contest between Clinton and Barack Obama. According to CNN's latest estimate, Clinton leads Obama among super delegates by 30, though that margin is significantly less than it was before Super Tuesday.

Filed under: Hillary Clinton • John Murtha


D.I. Magdanz   March 18th, 2008 11:25 pm ET

Hillary is the best choice of all the candidates. Great job, Murtha!

Gideon   March 18th, 2008 11:22 pm ET

Uh, little late, John - Hillary has already lost.

Teresa W. of CA   March 18th, 2008 11:21 pm ET

It wouldn't make a difference. The math speaks for itself. She would need to have at least 70% of the vote overall to win the election. I don't see any possible way other than to cheat. If, she cheats it will be un-american and will not be americas favorite former first lady or President.

Obama has addressed an issue today that even she can begin to relate too, other than criticize it. By far he has proven that he can deal with complex issues that can be dealt with without have to whine, or call cheap shots.

Go Obama Go

HELP WANTED/EXPERIENCE NEEDED   March 18th, 2008 11:14 pm ET

Murtha made the right decision.

Hillary 08′

HELP WANTED EXPERIENCE NEEDED

Jeff   March 18th, 2008 11:13 pm ET

Yeah Champ!!!!!

Go Hillary!

bond   March 18th, 2008 11:06 pm ET

Talk about your OLD politics…

nygirl   March 18th, 2008 11:04 pm ET

GO HILLARY!!!

Q   March 18th, 2008 11:01 pm ET

Isnt he the same senator who constanly whined about The situation in Iraq, how Troops are getting killed, Yet here he is Endorsing one of the People who Helped authorize the War
Ironic

Robin   March 18th, 2008 10:58 pm ET

Is this CNN's attempt to give Hillary a little air time today? One more superdelegate…big deal!

hhkeller   March 18th, 2008 10:56 pm ET

Obamas consistant poor choices and backpedaling make me think he needs a few more years in the Senate.

Kathy   March 18th, 2008 10:56 pm ET

Go Hillary

The party and nation you more TODAY than EVER !

God Bless America

Irene Hawaii   March 18th, 2008 10:55 pm ET

Sen. Clinton has 8 years while Pres. Clinton was in office to forge ahead with health care and failed. It seems that she was unable to reach out to bi-partisan support at that time, and failed miserably. She was unable to convince Pres. Clinton that NAFTA would be detrimental to the US workers when he was working on that issue, will she be more affective the second time around?

melisa   March 18th, 2008 10:51 pm ET

good u will support for hillary finally than obama

Lucas, Nashville TN   March 18th, 2008 10:50 pm ET

Sad.

Mary - Independent   March 18th, 2008 10:48 pm ET

Murtha can give Hillary strength! It is not over until it is over.
GO HILLARY!

kiki   March 18th, 2008 10:39 pm ET

This man really knows what our country needs. Thank you John Murtha.
HILLARY 08

Marty CA   March 18th, 2008 10:35 pm ET

Hey John, I meant "Thanks for backing the best candidate", certainly not "baking the best candidate". Sorry about the typo, but it is sort of funny.

Marty CA   March 18th, 2008 10:32 pm ET

Great! An endorsement that really means something. This guy is gutty, courageous, and well-respected. Thanks, John, for baking the best candidate!

Elly May   March 18th, 2008 10:31 pm ET

Not sure if this helps Hillary, Barack, or McCain. My guess in McCain.

Gracia A   March 18th, 2008 10:28 pm ET

I guess Murtha know which side his pork is buttered on.

Patrick   March 18th, 2008 10:25 pm ET

Ouch that has to hurt Clinton to be endorsed by this guy. He called our troops murderers before even seeing the evidence or giving them a chance to respond. He's far worse than moveon.org

Mary   March 18th, 2008 10:24 pm ET

Thank you Murtha for endorsing Hillary Clinton for President. Super Delgates you need to follow suit and step up to the plate and endorse Hillary. Many of the Super Delgates steped out before Ohio and Texas to change the race to favor Obama. We all know that Hillary is ready to be President, so get off your tush and help make it happen. I don't know what has been wrong with you super delgates. I think you are disgusting playing with this decision about selecting a President.

Michael   March 18th, 2008 10:24 pm ET

Way to go Rep. Murtha! People really respect you as an independent thinker!

Rick   March 18th, 2008 10:23 pm ET

What a shame! I would have hoped for better from a fellow vet.

bob   March 18th, 2008 10:23 pm ET

What a chowder head

Elizabeth   March 18th, 2008 10:23 pm ET

Impressive the first in how many weeks?

Kyu Reisch, Radcliff, Kentucky   March 18th, 2008 10:20 pm ET

Dear Mr. John Murtha, you are the real Democrat leader. Kerry and Kennedy are not at same level with you and they will never be.
Thank you Rep. Murtha, I knew you are bigger than House speaker, Nancy. Why? Nancy said she wants delegates should choose the nominee by the rule, not superdelegates, means she is Obama's side. I think she made a huge mistake because Obama will lose, he lost his confidence and supporters will leave him slowly when his real colors is disclosed more. I was disappointed by Nancy's interview, but I feel better because Mr. Murtha recognized Hillary's ability. Go Hillary, you will win State by State from 22 April.

Len   March 18th, 2008 10:08 pm ET

He'll cash this favor in big time.

maggie   March 18th, 2008 10:07 pm ET

Thank you, John Murtha! This shows what good judgment you have!

lanray   March 18th, 2008 10:05 pm ET

My major initial intent as we began to look at the potential candidates for our next President was to get Rudy Guiliani as far away as possible from representing me as our next Commander in Chief. Thank God his arrogance and attitude lost him the Florida votes. What an loser he was!

Now I am left with not one individual who I can fully endorse as my next President — Hillary is not that person — Obama is certainly not someone i can support - that leaves me with the Old Man, McCain, and I certainly don't agree with his endorsement of the Iraqi fiasco.
What is the average American to do? There is no one that I can see who fits the bill to lead this Country. Obama is really a laughing stock of all the candidates. What a joke he is!!!

rb   March 18th, 2008 10:00 pm ET

Great! Go Hillary!!!!!!!!!!!

Connie Levy   March 18th, 2008 9:56 pm ET

As the primary season unfolds I admire Hillary Clinton more and more. She is attacked viciously by readers, many of them asking why she doesn't get out of the race. She continues in the race with dignity and spirit. Why people hate her, I do not understand.
She was a great First Lady and has been an outstanding Senator. And even now, she has to live through cutting remarks about her husband's scandal, brought out by a vindictive Republican Congress. It is obvious to me that the Clintons have spent their political lives embracing all Americans, speaking for the needs of our country. As I watch the news, I see how much love there is in the Clinton family. I have no problem with Senator Obama, but I am hoping that Mrs. Clinton will be the nominee. She is extremely capable and will restore to this country the respect that we seem to have lost in the world.

JFK   March 18th, 2008 9:49 pm ET

Overall the best candidate! Smart move Mr Murtha, at least someone is not drinking the Obama Koolaid!

Justin from West Haven, CT   March 18th, 2008 9:44 pm ET

Just like Clinton but the opposite, I was for the war, then I was against it, now I am for it again.

Bob G.   March 18th, 2008 9:41 pm ET

Another TRUE AMERICAN HERO for Hillary -
God Bless America!

gENO   March 18th, 2008 9:36 pm ET

Let's see now. Murtha is against the war. Hillary voted for the war, and does not apologize for that vote. Barack was against the war. So it follows that Murtha endorses HILLARY? Something under the table must be going on that the rest of us can't know.

Vote Obama   March 18th, 2008 9:34 pm ET

This is a man who does not support the withdrawal of troops from Iraq…

He and Ed Rendell are involved with the clintons in very underhanded ways!!!! Ed Rendell is involved in a lawsuit with the clintons and Peter Paul a felon who raised money for the clintons. Ed Rendell and John Murtha are supporters of the clintons because they have been promised favors from the clintons if they support them and cover their backs!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Know who you're voting women!!!! I'm a woman but I would never vote for Hillary…..She's a liar and ravenous for power and she will do and say whatever she needs to to get this nomination!!!!!

DON'T BE FOOLED PENNSYLVANIANS!!!!!! SHE'S NOT WHO SHE SAYS SHE IS….

VOTE FOR HONESTY AND CHANGE, VOTE OBAMA!

Bill, Covington   March 18th, 2008 9:32 pm ET

I enlisted in the USMC in Jan.1945 and it has become embaressing to me to admit that a John Murtha was also a member of that magnificient group of people.
Sometimes you just fooled and wind up with a member full of magots.

lily   March 18th, 2008 9:31 pm ET

Thanks John. You got the right choice. We know Hillary better than any other candidate.

Hillary 08

Wanda   March 18th, 2008 9:27 pm ET

A lot of elderly white males will now endorse Hillary, most of the Good Ole boys were just waiting for an excuse not to vote for Barack. I am not saying Mr. Murtha is a Good Ole boy, only he as well as many others knows the comments they have had at their kitchen tables.

Danny   March 18th, 2008 9:24 pm ET

Does anybody REALLY care what this retired RESERVE Marine officer has to say?….

nobama pretty mama   March 18th, 2008 9:23 pm ET

WAY TO GO MURTHA. I AGREE WITH YOU.OBAMA IS OUT AFTER BIG LOS IN PA…HILLARY WILL CRASH HIM ..THANK YOU JOHN MURTHA. HILL-ARY,HILL-ARY…..08

Betsy   March 18th, 2008 9:22 pm ET

Thanks Murtha!!

Corey, Maryland   March 18th, 2008 9:22 pm ET

Mistake Mistake Mistake…..unless you like losing!

Obama Richardson 08!!!

NickNasc   March 18th, 2008 9:21 pm ET

SO………………….. Murtha? That MIGHT get her 12 votes. Now ALL of the BillyBots come on out and say how great this is when you always say they mean nothing when they are for Obama.

This game is getting too predictable and Boring.

sad   March 18th, 2008 9:21 pm ET

Murtha was one of the first leaders in America to question and challenge the Iraq war in a serious way. This is very significant that this anti-war leader is supporting Hillary. I would hope CNN would make this a headline of sorts.

SWING STATE FAMILY   March 18th, 2008 9:20 pm ET

Good for her … now she has 'only' NEGATIVE SIX superdelegates since February 5th.

Ron   March 18th, 2008 9:17 pm ET

I am sorry to learn of your preference, Murtha. It took you a while to decide! I'm wondering about the timing! Did this "race" furor Obama is caught up in have anything to do with your decision?

Mary   March 18th, 2008 9:16 pm ET

"In a statement, Murtha said Clinton is "the candidate that will forge a consensus on health care, education, the economy, and the war in Iraq."

Clinton failed miserably on heatlh care in 1993.

She failed on Iraq in 2002.

It's remarkable for someone who hads a record of failure, she talks about socalled "experience"

Bonbon   March 18th, 2008 9:16 pm ET

good for you Mr. Murtha, I hope the rest of the democratic officials get on the Hillary bandwagon and get on it soon, it is the best ride in town

and HILLARY is the right. person to lead this country forward to a strong economy, more jobs here on US soil, a better standing in the world.to an end to the Iraq war, to benefit both Iraq, the USA, and the world.

Hillary will not only make changes, but she will make changes that will make POSITIVE differences in the lives of the American Public, and isn't that what the American Public want. all the american public,regardless of gender, race, creed, or religious affiliation.

Kelly Anne   March 18th, 2008 9:15 pm ET

""I've known Senator Clinton for fifteen years," he said. "I know that she continually reaches out for opinions and ideas not just from our nation's leaders, but from all Americans.""

Yeah right!

Hillary reaches out with her fist to people with different ideas.

Definitely NOT a team player!

Roxanne NY   March 18th, 2008 9:14 pm ET

Great choice! I think Sen Clinton would bring a measure of stability to our defense need as we adjust to fight not countries but state-sponsored terrorism, while getting the heck out of Iraq but achieving that without placing a target sign on the backs of our troops as we withdraw.

I am a Clinton supporters. She may be overly nuaced, but at least her judgement is much better than staying in a church with a pastor who shout GD America! I wince even to write it.

And what did he do with that today, he didn;t throw his pastor under the bus for that, he threw his poor grandmother for expressing a private concern to him. What a coward–Obama!

Hillary all the way!

cph   March 18th, 2008 9:13 pm ET

VOTE FOR HILLARY IS BETTER THAN OBAMA HIS A BIG BIG LIAR.

Pat M Canada   March 18th, 2008 9:13 pm ET

Senator John McCain will DEFINITELY not bring about any change.
He will continue Bush Business as usual.
Anyone who doesn't believe that must be a Bush Fan!

kitty   March 18th, 2008 9:13 pm ET

Hillary 2008

marty   March 18th, 2008 9:12 pm ET

who is this mather?? i this a big endorsement??
Anyway Obama will win…

jenny from Idaho   March 18th, 2008 9:09 pm ET

I clicked on this because I thought it said "Mothra endorses Clinton"…..What a let down…..

AJ   March 18th, 2008 9:07 pm ET

YEAH!!

Robert Price   March 18th, 2008 9:01 pm ET

Go Obama!
Obama supports healthcare and has efficient
proof to back it up.
GO OBAMA!
GO OBAMA!

Larry from LA   March 18th, 2008 9:01 pm ET

WOW WHAT A SHOCK THAT MURTHA SUPPORTS CLINTON. WHAT IS HE 100 YEARS OLD WHICH IS PART OF HER BASE. IF YOU OVER 55 YOU THINK TODAYS CLINTONS CAN BRING BACK THE 1990′S . NOT A CHANCE BECAUSE IT IS A DIFFERENT WORLD TODAY. THE CLINTONS HAD THEIR TIME.

lynn   March 18th, 2008 9:00 pm ET

DNC….we will write Hillary in on our ballots……you have rolled
out the red carpet for a candidate you do not know…….
You should be concerned about all the democatics voters…..

McCain will not roll out the red carpet for Obama…….
Rethink this Superdelegates

peter kahara warui   March 18th, 2008 8:59 pm ET

OBAMA NEVER MENTIONED ANY ATI-AMERICAN TOXIC MESSAGES FROM HIS PREACHER, REV WRIGHT. IT WAS ABOUT RACE AND HATRED FOR AMERICA.

James BP   March 18th, 2008 8:59 pm ET

"The candidate that will forge a consensus on health care, education, the economy, and the war in Iraq."

Murth man, I think you just got on the wrong ship. The one you chose is set to sink.

She tried healthcare under a hush-hush partisan strategy, DIDN'T WORK.

She can't run her campaign very well, OBVIOUSLY.

Iraq?!?!!? SHE VOTED TO INVADE IRAQ.

pennythoughts   March 18th, 2008 8:58 pm ET

I hope Murtha and Clinton can get the message out that Hillary DOES reach out for ideas and consensus. Obama wants to claim that territory for his own, but it's simply not true.

J C   March 18th, 2008 8:58 pm ET

Sounds like he made the right move at the right time.

Hillary continues showing her capability to win the big and swing states. Some republican are backing Obama, but will they choose Obama over McCain in the general? To believe it is to say I am 6-year old naive. If Democrats want to take back the White House, they should be smart enough to see that… time to wake up from the "Hoping" dream.

Go Hillary!

April   March 18th, 2008 8:56 pm ET

Great, Hillary is going to make a great president.

BNS   March 18th, 2008 8:55 pm ET

I'm glad. The Super Delegates need to do their duty and see to it that an electable nominee represents our party.

Unfortunately, that is no longer Senator Obama.

Clinton may have a lot of baggage, but she's been carrying it a long time. In the general election, Obama will cave in under the weight of the ton of bricks that has fallen on him.

Patrick   March 18th, 2008 8:53 pm ET

YAY for CLINTON!! PENNSYLVANIA IS CLINTON COUNTRY!!!

Lets see the angry Obamans attack John MUrtha…lol

Vikki in Northern Illinois   March 18th, 2008 8:52 pm ET

Seriously! Do these people actually believe Hillary or Bill will come through for them after the election is over with?

Patrick Duncan   March 18th, 2008 8:52 pm ET

I know everyone is going to bring up Murtha's past, but Obama also sought the endorsement of Murtha. Obviousily he chose Clinton, but for all you Hillary bashers and Obama lovers, you would be hypocrits to think that Murtha's endorsement "goes to show how corrupt Clinton is" or "of course, one dirty politician backing another"

Tres   March 18th, 2008 8:51 pm ET

Wow. An endorsement from a guy who looks like George Bush. That really helps the Democrats all around…

Dianna   March 18th, 2008 8:50 pm ET

Thank you Rep. Murtha, I have always respected you.

Anne   March 18th, 2008 8:48 pm ET

If you are a voter who previously supported Barack Obama but have had a change of heart…. Write, call and email the Super delegates in your state! It is not too late to turn this race around.

Black Republican in New York   March 18th, 2008 8:48 pm ET

This is the retried general who couldn't shoot straight in his lead role for Democrats against the Iraq war.

He ranted and raved like a mad man on the issue to the extent I thought his military standing would have made a huge difference in the Democratic-controlled Congress; a Congress that was taken over by the Democrats in 2006 to help end the war.

Sadly for Murtha and Democrats, after two years, not only is the war still on and gaining favorable reviews by over half of America, the Democrats also voted FOR financing its continuation despite rhetorical threats of filibustering.

More sadly for Murtha and Democrats, after two years, the much maligned George W. Bush - because of the Iraq war - is scoring better in approval ratings than the Democratic-controlled Congress by 35 to 24 percent.

Murtha, Martha, murda, whatever!!!!

Gil - California   March 18th, 2008 8:47 pm ET

Well there is a surprise, leave it to Murtha to pick wrong.

melvin   March 18th, 2008 8:47 pm ET

Sen. Clinton's super delegates. shows that she has strong ties to politics of Washington.

kathy in ohio   March 18th, 2008 8:46 pm ET

I hope America realizes this was a well writen speach.he prepared. Mr. Obama will not have the a 5 day period of time to respond to most issues at the white house. so to be fair why dont we have a town hall forum so all the news media can ask unsensored questions. remember how he handled the last news conference he couldnt run out of the room fast enough.

Cheap Talk   March 18th, 2008 8:44 pm ET

Talk about flip flop. This guy now puts Iraq behind all other issues. Wow. What a flop.

Angelo   March 18th, 2008 8:44 pm ET

Hillary takes other people's opinions?

If that is true then she must have the worst judgment ever since she took Bush's opinion on the Iraq war and agreed!!!

Hillary took Bush's opinion on the Iran vote and agreed!!!

If true, Hillary took someone's opinion and decided that it was ok not to plan after Feb 5th Super Tuesday since she would be crowned!!! So perhaps she will do the same as president and be ready on Day 1 but not on Day 5, 6, 7 ……..

Maybe she took someone's opinion in the controversial case with Peter Paul. That is, you took illegal contributions then decided not to report it either!!!

Sorry, but from what I have heard she is too divisive . Also, she would do anything to win this race. Even CNN's Cafferty asked this exact question today!!!

Either way, I believe it would be immoral to vote for someone who voted for the unwarranted Iraq war. Just thinking of all those who died!!!

Paul   March 18th, 2008 8:43 pm ET

Barrack Obama is a great leader and it took much courage to make the speech he made today and not back down to the cynical people who thrive off hate.

Remember, Martin Luther King was also mocked and attacked when he made great speeches. Those same people will now say he was a great leader.

It's no surprise to see the hate filled cynics from the Hillary and Conservative camps so hurtful and attackful. Just more proof that their is still a great divide in our society with regards to race, gender, and religion while America stands for diversity.

I can tell you I am not proud of this country when I read so many Americans and their hate speech on these blogs.

Flower   March 18th, 2008 8:42 pm ET

Rep, Murtha I applauded you….I wish Icould say same thing to Pelosi.

rw in ct   March 18th, 2008 8:42 pm ET

The Ides of March has come……

DEM   March 18th, 2008 8:42 pm ET

Senator Murtha maybe you can tell us why, Senator Clinton and her campaign team conspired to defraud the U.S. Senate and the Federal Election Commission (FEC) by failing to report the true cost of a $2 million Hollywood campaign fundraising event in August 2000. David Rosen, Hillary Clinton’s National Finance Director, recently stood trial for his role in the campaign finance scheme, facing charges he caused false campaign finance reports to be filed with the Federal Election Commission. Federal prosecutors, in an effort to keep Hillary and Bill Clinton out of the trial, presented a watered down case and Rosen was eventually acquitted. Still, there is a mountain of evidence implicating Rosen and both Clintons, and this evidence can be found in the following complaint filed by Judicial Watch with the U.S. Senate’s Select Committee on Ethics.

fair tax in la.   March 18th, 2008 8:39 pm ET

MURTHA THE KISS OF DOOM!

Dave Smith   March 18th, 2008 8:37 pm ET

Smart Choice John Murtha!
Hillary 08

uchujin   March 18th, 2008 8:34 pm ET

Putz!

Matt   March 18th, 2008 8:34 pm ET

who?

LM   March 18th, 2008 8:33 pm ET

another, fat politician supporting the clinton evil empire

carla   March 18th, 2008 8:33 pm ET

Way to go Murtha!

Susan, State College, PA   March 18th, 2008 8:32 pm ET

Wow, John Murtha, I am sorry to hear you made this choice. I expected more from you.

outsider   March 18th, 2008 8:32 pm ET

On wonder he lost last time. He is on wrong side of the hitory.

Helen   March 18th, 2008 8:28 pm ET

Very Good - Superdelegates need to stand firm on the person who can best lead the Country - that person is Sen. Hilary Rodham Clinton!

SharonR   March 18th, 2008 8:27 pm ET

Thank you Rep. Murtha

Sophie   March 18th, 2008 8:27 pm ET

Dang, I thought Murtha wasn't a sell out. I guess I was wrong about him.

Peggy B   March 18th, 2008 8:27 pm ET

Not counting Florida and Michigan's vote is so unfair. Their primaries were more accurate than the caucuses. Our military men and women can't have their voices heard in a caucus unless they are on leave and that is sad.

Rich   March 18th, 2008 8:23 pm ET

Kudos to Congressman Murtha. Senator Clinton is clearly the better candidate on the economy, health care, and Iraq. On Iraq, there is no Democrat more respected than Murtha. I'm glad he didn't base his endorsement on one speech given six years ago.

DEM   March 18th, 2008 8:23 pm ET

As the terror in Rwanda had unfolded, Clinton had shown virtually no interest in stopping the genocide, and his Administration had stood by as the death toll rose into the hundreds of thousands.

But now there pro Africa

Go Hillary

It was so easy to find the Clinton misgivens but he Media Rating Game is focus on OBAMA

For get a bout the Clinton and Enron or Paul V Clinton as long as the Clinton is not Cheating on Hillary again

it not a rating grabber

Tom   March 18th, 2008 8:22 pm ET

Everyone who values experience and knowledge in a candidate endorses Clinton.

Steven   March 18th, 2008 8:21 pm ET

Good choice Murtha

James in Harrisburg   March 18th, 2008 8:21 pm ET

EXCELLENT!!! I am so very happy to hear this and it is a BIG endorsement for Hillary Clinton who rightly deserves it.

John Murtha has been an excellent spokesperson against the war and against Bush. But he has chosen Senator Clinton over Senator Obama because he realizes EXPERIENCE matters.

That good Judgement is important, but Senator Clinton has shown us that her judgement in handling complex issues and crisis is sound.

I am anxious to cast my vote for Senator Clinton for President.

Martin   March 18th, 2008 8:20 pm ET

So.. the most crooked Congressmen endorses Clinton. Figures.

Proud white woman of 63 for obamaman   March 18th, 2008 8:20 pm ET

I used to like Murtha. Not anymore. He made the wrong choice.

OBama 2008 or NO ONE

Ray   March 18th, 2008 8:19 pm ET

I'm neither an outspoken supporter of Barack nor Hillary but it seems CNN is getting a bit partial here. Barack has received an awful lot of endorsements this last period and nearly all stayed totally unmentioned (most remarkable was to my opinion sen. Jay Rockefeller) and Hillary gets after a very very long draught finally one more and its big news??? Please report on all important ones… and just as important to me please keep track again on the superdelegate "who supports who" webpage which hasn't been updated since February 26.

Brian   March 18th, 2008 8:19 pm ET

We all know he will vote for his fellow white guy this November.

McCain '08

soberone   March 18th, 2008 8:18 pm ET

And I thought he was smarter than that

Michiel W   March 18th, 2008 8:16 pm ET

Thank you Rep. Murtha! I am glad to see that common sense has not completely deserted the Democratic party. After the revelations of the last few days, I do not believe any one other than Hillary Clinton will be able to win in November. We can not, as a nation, afford another 4 years of the same type of leadership we have had for the last 7. I believe Hillary Clinton to be the best person for the job. She is also the one who will be able to defeat Senator McCain.

joey d   March 18th, 2008 8:16 pm ET

who cares. never heard of the guy

JD, Pittsburgh, PA   March 18th, 2008 8:15 pm ET

Three cheers for John Murtha who sees the strongest candidate. Other super delegates will follow. While Barack gave an excellent speech this morning on race he executed a typical politician strategy of changing the subject to divert/deflect attention when the heat is getting a little too much to handle. The main issue revolving around Reverend Wright is one of judgment and character, not race. Barack can't run away from Reverend Wright and his close, personal and long-standing relationship with him. He lied about not sitting in services where Reverend Wright spewed his hateful, inflammatory and anti-American rhetoric. He admitted to it today that he was at some of these sermons. A lie he can't run away from. Judgment he can't run away from. If his supporters want to ignore or not accept these flaws then fine, that's their right. But don't pretend they don't exist. Pennsylvania sees it, the electorate sees it and the remaining primaries will reflect it. Divisive, Barack, his campaign and followers have to look no further than in the mirror.

CMD, Winter Park, Florida   March 18th, 2008 8:14 pm ET

Get ready to see a BIG swing in momentum. Obama had his 15 months of fame. Make way for Hillary!

bev   March 18th, 2008 8:14 pm ET

whatever, she's not my canidate…the camp has caused so much division in the party as well as the black community and I've lost my respect for the clintons at this point

Mark   March 18th, 2008 8:11 pm ET

Isn't this the guy who was so whole bent on getting out of Iraq.
(the wrong war, the wrong policy). What a hypocrite. These people must think we have alzheimer's and can't remember a thing.

Voters,"WAKE UP" . The Clintons have created the greatest puppet show since Shari Lewis created "Lamb Chop".

NOTE: Their are some similarities

Bill   March 18th, 2008 8:10 pm ET

Go Hillary.

Change you can count on and believe it.

Celebrate While You Can   March 18th, 2008 8:10 pm ET

A old white man…what a surprise he would pick Hillary. He looks to be around her core age group alright.

mike   March 18th, 2008 8:09 pm ET

Murtha just lost a lot of my respect.

Bill   March 18th, 2008 8:09 pm ET

Good for Hillary.

Crossing over party lines. Hillary - change you can count on and believe in.

More   March 18th, 2008 8:07 pm ET

Well done Rep. Murtha, a respectable member of Congress!

Go Hillary!

Joey   March 18th, 2008 8:06 pm ET

I will endorse her for a dosen Donuts. I like them Clintos and Donuts for the last 15 years

Tom   March 18th, 2008 8:04 pm ET

He must have some skeletons too hide also. Vote for the same,same,same ol' Washington.

US VETERAN   March 18th, 2008 8:04 pm ET

Awesome!

Venus   March 18th, 2008 8:02 pm ET

I'm Happy he endorsed Hillary. Rep. John Murtha knows Hillary and what she stands for and realizes she is a leader who can get things done.

hkitty   March 18th, 2008 8:01 pm ET

Good man, Murtha!! Go Hillary!! Step down Obama, there is no way you can win the general election now.

Jeff   March 18th, 2008 8:01 pm ET

Can't agree with you more Mr Murtha!

Clinton '08

TymeTravel   March 18th, 2008 8:00 pm ET

Clinton for Vice President 2008!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Murtha took the most lobbyist money   March 18th, 2008 8:00 pm ET

MURTHA IS ALSO THE DEMOCRAT WHO HAS THE HIGHEST NUMBER OF EARMARKS.

JP SW   March 18th, 2008 8:00 pm ET

CNN, my goodness. "He is also the latest so-called Democratic “Super Delegate” to choose sides in the contest between Clinton and Barack Obama. According to CNN's latest estimate."

SO-CALLED? WHAT IS WRONG WITH YOU PEOPLE?

Abdirazak Ali   March 18th, 2008 8:00 pm ET

Martha,
You did a good decission to endorse Hillary Clinton. your judgment was perfect when you asked immediate troop withdrowl from Iraq. Martha's game is accuracy.
Obama's speech today was very articulated and wonderful. but, it is too little and too late
Ali

Voter   March 18th, 2008 7:59 pm ET

Go Hillary!!

mike   March 18th, 2008 7:59 pm ET

who cares, he is wierd, and probabaly promised something… he will be on the losing side…

bridgette   March 18th, 2008 7:59 pm ET

Why are all of these old people endorsing her. They don't want to see any real change in America. Why would they.

Jay   March 18th, 2008 7:58 pm ET

GREAT….This is good news!!!! Go Hillary!! Obama's 15 minutes are over!!

lugina   March 18th, 2008 7:58 pm ET

WOW,great news…go babe go…08

For Obama   March 18th, 2008 7:56 pm ET

Hvae you heard about the lawsuit the clintons are involved in??

thematerialboynyc   March 18th, 2008 7:56 pm ET

Yet another respected military voice supports Hillary. Not surprised. It's time for an ad with nothing but Murtha and all the former military officials supporting Hillary. Makes sense to me.

Sally   March 18th, 2008 7:56 pm ET

A man with common sense - perhaps all the "Obama Babes" are having serious second thoughts about him - he now admits he WAS in the congregation when his racist minister delivered the sermon, he now admits it was another $100,000 than originally declared from his crooked friend - what else is he lying about? Elect Hillary - she may not be perfect, but she's certainly not racist. Just take a look at where Bill is right now, digging for a better future for the poor in New Orleans.

Ronald   March 18th, 2008 7:56 pm ET

I expect several more superdelegates from PA will endorse Clinton as well. Sadly, it won't change the outcome of the final contest where Barack Obama will be victorious.

ArizonaSon   March 18th, 2008 7:56 pm ET

To all of the Mexican American Hillary Clinton supporters.

HILLARY WILL THROW YOU UNDER THE BUS FIRST CHANCE SHE GETS.

Don, Rochester, NY   March 18th, 2008 7:55 pm ET

Another intelligent voice. Thank you, Rep. Murtha!

Neutral   March 18th, 2008 7:55 pm ET

Good Choice Representative Murtha, I thought you'd fall for hype of racist senator from Illinois.

Lilly   March 18th, 2008 7:54 pm ET

As a woman, I can Almost feel sorry for Hillary But, naaaaaaa

Hillary has lied too much to the American people. She's dishonest and untrustworthy.

We really don't want any of her "Old Washington" experience.

We need new ideas, a new way of getting things finally done.
We need Obama !!

Bennie   March 18th, 2008 7:53 pm ET

What needs to be asked is how much did Rep. Jonh Murtha sell his soul for. It should not be about knowing her for 15 years , it should be what can you do for this country Sen. Clinton when you lost in the state where you are the Sen. This just shows it is not what you can do for the country but who you know and what you are going to get from the deal.

many   March 18th, 2008 7:52 pm ET

Shame on you!!!!!!!!

Gary of El Centro, Ca   March 18th, 2008 7:52 pm ET

Big John must owe some big favors to big Bill.

Thomas For Hillary   March 18th, 2008 7:51 pm ET

GO HILL!!!, and she also picked up one in West Virginia also Pat Maroney.

For Obama   March 18th, 2008 7:50 pm ET

THIS MAN DOES NOT SUPPORT THE WITHDRAWAL OF TROOPS FROM IRAQ!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! SHE DOES, SO SHE SAYS!!!!! SO WHY THIS SUPPORT?????

SOMETHING SMELLS HERE!!!!!!!!!!

don't fall for this people!

Political Jonze   March 18th, 2008 7:49 pm ET

This will really help Senator Clinton whenever Senator Obama starts harping on the war vote and his speech against it. Rep. Murtha gives her anti-war credentials.

Jose   March 18th, 2008 7:49 pm ET

YES! Another smart senator (Super Delegate) that chooses what is right for our country. We have to step back and really look at which of these both candidates will have the experience and drive to bring this country back to what it used to be and better.

Henry   March 18th, 2008 7:48 pm ET

alright…..BIG NAME MURTHA is endorsing Hillary. I will let u guess how many democrat delegates will follow Murtha's lead!!!!!!!!!!

Ellie   March 18th, 2008 7:47 pm ET

Blah….blah…blah…. are we surprised?

For Obama   March 18th, 2008 7:47 pm ET

under the table wheeling and dealing!!! Wake up Pennsylvannians.

Ed Rendell is involved with the clintons in the trial that will be comeing up later this year where they took money from a felon…

READ ABOUT HER DEALS WITH THESE POLITICIANS…. PENNSYLVANIANS DON'T BE FOOLED BY HER!!!!!!!!!!!

Tom   March 18th, 2008 7:47 pm ET

OLD John Murtha has backed the old lady Hillary in our pa campain. I would remind the old man last election he almost that year and backing her will be his last year in office because she like her old man billyboy had no tails in the election.

SF KID   March 18th, 2008 7:44 pm ET

Good for you John, it takes a lot of guts, no shame in supporting a losing battle.

For Obama   March 18th, 2008 7:43 pm ET

ARE AMERICANS AWARE THAT HE SUPPORTED THE USE OF FORCE AND THE IRAQ QAR AND THAT HE DOES NOT SUPPORT THE WITHDRAWAL FROM IRAQ???

So it should make you Penssylvanians wonder why has this man decided to support Hillary—-special favors, under the table wheels and deals!!!! WAKE UP PENNSYLVANIANS!!!!! DON'T FALL FOR HER TRICKS!!!!!

Vote for Obama!

simple thought ?   March 18th, 2008 7:43 pm ET

EXSPERINCE, ITS WHAT IT WILL TAKE AND ITS WHAT NEEDED.

she who laughs last , may get the last laugh?

missouri

nick   March 18th, 2008 7:43 pm ET

Murtha I don't agree with your choice but I RESPECT you totally.
Obama08

Ben   March 18th, 2008 7:43 pm ET

He is right!

Slap Stick, Florida   March 18th, 2008 7:42 pm ET

Well I want to see if the media will be fair and down play the fact that Barack is not expected to Win PA like they did with Hillary in Louissiana????????????

Joyce in Florida   March 18th, 2008 7:42 pm ET

This is absolutely fantastic!! I hope Hillary Clinton wins Pennsylvania. Senator Clinton, we are supporting you here in Florida. Don't give up. Will be watching the primary results of Pennsylvania with baited breath.

GO HILLARY 08!!!!!

BJ in Idaho   March 18th, 2008 7:41 pm ET

Look at the age of the man, he represents old style politics in Washington. Too old to want or support change!!

Sameer   March 18th, 2008 7:41 pm ET

Good for you Murtha, you see what other idiots don't see. Obama has brought so much misery to the memocratic party, I just wish he never joined the party.

Joyce in Florida   March 18th, 2008 7:40 pm ET

This is absolutely fantastic!! I hope Hillary Clinton wins Pennsylvania. Senator Clinton, we are supporting you here in Florida. Don't give up. Will be watching the primary results of Pennsylvania with baited breath.

GO HILLARY 08!!!!!

NickSP   March 18th, 2008 7:40 pm ET

Yeeehaaaawwww!!! The SD's are seeing the light! Thanks, Rep. Murtha - you made the right decision.

Buddy, OR   March 18th, 2008 7:40 pm ET

Its the smart move polictically. His state is most likely going to go in Sen. Clintons favor, just look at the demographic, why take a black eye for nothing. I think your gonna see a migration of Super D's going Clintons way. IFshe win PA she has proven to the country that she can deliver the neccessary votes to win the states ( CA, FL, TX, OH, NY, MI,) that Dems have to win to succeed come Nov.
Barack has won more states, but the truth is that many of the states he has won, he or any Dem will simply not carrie come Nov. Does that make them irrelevant? No, but it is something that the Super D's must and will consider. And in the end given this unusually tight race, I see them putting forwar the most ELECTABLE canadate which is Hillary Clinton.

Jacqueline   March 18th, 2008 7:39 pm ET

I am happy to hear that John Murtha announced the endorsement for Senator Clinton. I just hope it continues. We Americans do not need Obama. He has lied one time too many. He created this fale preception.

Grif   March 18th, 2008 7:39 pm ET

Thankyou!

Sue   March 18th, 2008 7:39 pm ET

Martin Luther King set non-violence as his credo. When violence erupted during the garbage collectors strike…he walked out. He was not going to remain and allow his presence to seem like approval.
Mr. Obama, who likens himself to MLK, stayed in a church, where the pastor, preached hate, anger, and divisiveness.
We are terrified of being accused of being a "racist" whenever we disagree with Senator Obama, or if we question his experience, knowledge, and understanding of the issues. However, when he supports an obvious racially biased pastor, and says we just don't understand. It is not as bad as it sounded.
Then he might consider how he sounds like many of the segregationists who tried to justify their beliefs during in the past…
Gov. Wallace for example.
Sorry, I am tired of feeling "white" guilt over slavery, and other mistreatments. They are not my views, and when I am in the presence of anyone expounding racist views, I speak up, and walk out. Senator Obama owes no less when faced with reverse racism.
I think his speed was a poorly veiled attempt to hoodwink us.
Thank you John Murtha for sticking to your values.

CHICANO ART, ARIZONA   March 18th, 2008 7:38 pm ET

This the beginning of a super delegate momentum that will put Hillary over the top. I believe that people are starting to examine Obama's Judgement and his typical political nature. Obama's message is nice but in the last weeks more has been reveled about this Barrack H. Obama.
GO CLINTONITES.

AMK   March 18th, 2008 7:37 pm ET

Pennsylvania = smartest citizens ever

InspireThis   March 18th, 2008 7:37 pm ET

Yea!

Go Hillary. Even of you don't win the nom. I will still vote you as a write-in.

bill pike   March 18th, 2008 7:36 pm ET

wow, with his background what a surprise. the cubs will win the world series this year.

Tom,des moines   March 18th, 2008 7:36 pm ET

Thank you John Murtha for your support. Go Hillary!

Jack   March 18th, 2008 7:35 pm ET

Yes! Thank you Congressman Murtha. Finally some good super delegate news.

Hillary 2008!

Scott C   March 18th, 2008 7:33 pm ET

Let me put this into perspective.

Clinton has lost 15 out of the last 17 primaries.

She has won 2 out of the last 17 primaries

Obama has lost 2 out of the last 17 primaries.

Obama has WON 15 out of the last 17 primaries.

She won Ohio, she is probably going to win Pennsylvania, those victories combined are going to net her a total of probably 20 delegates… she needs 170+ to catch up to Obama.

You can lie to yourself and say those numbers aren't hard to catch up with… but if you looked into how many delegates are left at stake, you would know that at this stage in the game it is near impossible for her to even come close.

Stick a fork in her she is done… though nobody seems to have the heart to tell her.

Jdona   March 18th, 2008 7:33 pm ET

Good for you, sir! You are a bona fide, genuine American Hero, and I've nothing but respect for you. You were the first to really take on George Bush, and you took a lot of heat for that, but you were right. You are a man of courage, conviction, and intelligence!

Wayne   March 18th, 2008 7:33 pm ET

Democrats fall in love, Republicans fall in line. Does Murtha know that Hillary has been mathamatically eliminated and that prolonging this nomination process only hurts the Democratic party? Obama has a lead of 160 pledged delegates. Hillary gained 7 in her wins from Ohio and Texas and quickly lost that 7 delegate gain when Obama won in Wyomming and MS. So you see..she will never catch up she can only hope to spoil Obama's image for the general election. Murtha!! What are you doing???!!!

Superdelegates for Clinton   March 18th, 2008 7:33 pm ET

good for Clinton

So what she loses all these delegates..She is going to win the nomination because of superdelegates because they are loyal to her

You go Girl

Jazz   March 18th, 2008 7:32 pm ET

Wonderful, wonderful. Thank you Rep Murtha for seeing the light.
The democratic party is headed for a landslide LOSS in November with Obama heading the ticket. Reagen democrats who loss interest
are tuning up the STOP Obama Express. How can you trust a man who would label his own grandmother a racist bigot and throw her under the bus to save his own hide?
The inevitable backlash in November will destroy the party and cause the loss of the majority in congress. Is he worth it? You decide.
VOTE HILLARY? HILLYES !!

Independent Don   March 18th, 2008 7:32 pm ET

That's a piece of welcome news for Clinton. I'm not sure if it changes much because Murtha himself has some mixed reviews. He's a strong anti-Iraq war critic but has liabilities with the Abscam scandal and "pork" (earmark scandals). He's also intensely anti-NAFTA.

Somewhat of a controversial figure and can be polarizing.

The big win for Clinton is his Pennsylvania roots and his superdelegate status. I am surprised this was announced so early before the primary.

BL-NYC   March 18th, 2008 7:32 pm ET

John Murtha is a great and very wise man…

Gerardo   March 18th, 2008 7:32 pm ET

Another Democrat with ties to the establishment getting in line, too sad for him this endorsement will get little play in light of Obama’s speech today, but good try by the Clinton camp.

Mary Brooks   March 18th, 2008 7:31 pm ET

Re:Hillary Clinton - John Murtha

Even though I have held in high regard Sen. Murtha's courage to speak up on important issues in the past, I am thankful that he is taking an important step with backing Sen. Clinton. Keep up the good work!

Manuel TX   March 18th, 2008 7:30 pm ET

Wooah.

That was unexpected.

Now it's time for the Obama crowd to start their bashing. :)

willis   March 18th, 2008 7:30 pm ET

i hope hillary wins. obama go back to where you came from!

Bob, Lyons Oregon   March 18th, 2008 7:30 pm ET

Well, that is typical, he is an old establishment politician as is Clinton. They stick together like glue.

Thinker   March 18th, 2008 7:30 pm ET

That was expected; same politics as usual.

many   March 18th, 2008 7:30 pm ET

I think you are getting too old sir. I don't see the point, everything you say in your comment are the contrary of what clinton is capable to do. What's wrong with you???????? Yes sorry I just say it above,,,,

Chuck in Oregon   March 18th, 2008 7:29 pm ET

Figures, "Man of OLD Politics" endorsing "Woman of OLD Politics".
It amazes me, why is it that some people fear change, and new ways.
It is no different than removing old worn out clothing from your closet and replacing it with something newer and brighter.

Scott C   March 18th, 2008 7:28 pm ET

Obama seeks to energize the people.

Clinton seeks to get votes by courting the leadership.

It shows the major contrast between the candidates.

While Obama goes directly to the people to energize people to his campaign and get them to want chance and to better our country, Clinton goes to the leadership and hopes that they will get her the votes she needs.

Obama is a man of the people, Clinton is a woman of the establishment..

i can't wait until this is over and Obama gets the nomination, and after the way Clinton is handling herself in this leg of the campaign her political career past the U.S. Senate is finished.

Obama is in the lead, even if Florida and Michigan were seated as is, Obama would still have over 120 more delegates than her, if she wins Pennsylvania he will still have more delegates than her.

If she won every single last state remaining by 20 points (Double her Ohio win) she would pull into the lead by 8 delegates.

If she does that well (20 point lead) in every state but TIES is North Carolina (a state Obama is surely going to win) she will be behind by 80 delegates.

Unless she finds a way to steal this election she is surely going to lose.

Popular vote can't be the measure we use to count. The vote is a representation of the whole state, and each state is given a certain amount of delegates for a reason. For instance is RI has more people turn out to vote than MA, RI still has the same amount of Delegates.

Our system to determine a winner is delegate count, a fact that the Clinton campaign is on RECORD saying up until they dropped into second place.

Obama will surely win this nomination… I am not even sure that Clinton won't drop out after Obama gained more delegates in Iowa and Florida is history.

Amy in Iowa   March 18th, 2008 7:28 pm ET

The past versus the future. Murtha and Clinton are the past.

Chris-Seattle   March 18th, 2008 7:28 pm ET

You've known her for 15 years, huh! I guess you might be aware of some of the scandolous deceptions she and her husband have been and are part of and some still a mystery to many inquiring minds that want to know! You probably based that decision on Rev. Wright didn't you, America is full of idiots!

Kevin   March 18th, 2008 7:27 pm ET

Has Clinton really shown that she is the candidate who will be able to forge a consensus. Her polarizing campaign seems to have proven quite the opposite.

Another Dinosaur Democrat for Hillary. Not surprising.

Susan R   March 18th, 2008 7:27 pm ET

I see he is not really serious about his anti-war stand!
How can you support someone who is directly responsible for the war starting???
What a hypocrite!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

ch   March 18th, 2008 7:26 pm ET

This is huge for Hillary - Rep. Murtha is highly respected.

John   March 18th, 2008 7:26 pm ET

Yeah yeah …go ahead and choose a side before you know the will of your constituents. Brilliant! Our state senators did the same thing before 2/3 of the voters chose the opposite of what they did. Now try to guess who's going to get voted out of office in the next state election. "Democracy"? Maybe the superdelegates need a refresher course.

kelly in Utah   March 18th, 2008 7:25 pm ET

CONSIDERING THAT OBAMA WON'T DROP FROM THE TUUC THE GOP WILL HAVE FIELD DAY WITH IT SO THE DNC NEEDS TO STEP IN AND SAY THAT OBAMAS CAMPAIGN IS DOA BEFORE NOVEMBER COMES AND WE ALL GET STUCK WITH ANOTHER 4 YEARS OF GOP AND THEN WE'LL ALL BE SOL

Terry   March 18th, 2008 7:23 pm ET

Is this a suprise for anyone ? I'm sorry but it just does not surprise me about Murtha, I expect most whites in Penn!

G in CT   March 18th, 2008 7:23 pm ET

As a Republican, I really have embraced Clinton as of this last week. Her experience speaks for itself. She keeps her nose to the grindstone. She's realistic about gradually raising taxes to pay for this war and sure we get someone who knows about the politcial grind that Washington puts you through.
Obama, who is running on his judgement, has just blown his only argument for his candidacy. He has shown poor judgement on his Pastor. He has nothing else to go on. Sure he gets the college kids, who's parents still support them, to faint at his hollywood-type appearances.
If Hillary or McCain used the word "white" everywhere Obama says "black"…..they would be deemed as bigots. Obama is angry because of the history of the United States and is continuing to keeping our black and white polulations separate by standing by someone who hates America. He likes rubbing our history in our face. Let's all get into the 21st century. All poor American's are in the same, small, lifeboat…,while all rich American's (1%) are in the Yacht. Oh, and there are black, rich American's in the Yacht as well.

ACitizen   March 18th, 2008 7:23 pm ET

Another well earned and well deserved endorsement for Senator Clinton. Popular votes matter and delegates matter… way to go Rep. Murtha.

Marie   March 18th, 2008 7:23 pm ET

How much did you get for this endorsement from both clinton..Shame on you sir, you just lost my respect…

Ev-VA   March 18th, 2008 7:23 pm ET

Ok., Murtha endorses Hillary who in the world is Murtha?

Jack - Miami   March 18th, 2008 7:21 pm ET

That is terrific! He is endorsing a woman that should not be a role model for all women and cannot even manage her own marriage. How many other women, including Hillary supporters, would stay with a man that cheats on her publicly at least three times (ex: Jennifer Flowers, Paula Jones, Monica Lewinsky)??? Yet they are all looking up to this woman.

In addition - ask yourself "why does she stay with him?" Is it love? Is it for the power? Is it for her ambition? If it is for the last two - she will do and endure anything to be president. That is disgusting and she is no better than "Kristen" but at least Kristen is open about her business.

Glad that Murtha and the Hillary supporters have chosen such a great, upstanding candidate with such great leadership skills.

McCain in 08.

Francis   March 18th, 2008 7:21 pm ET

He is bogus in his presidential posturing by going there.
If he is elected, USA will have at least four more of the same.

Ed   March 18th, 2008 7:20 pm ET

Go Hillary Its good to see that we are not all taken in by a lot of fancy talk.

Kathy   March 18th, 2008 7:19 pm ET

Thanks from a dedicated democrat and American for Hillary. John Murtha is a solid leader in the democratic party and extremely knowledgeable about Iraq and the military. Now, maybe more super delegates will choose Hillary Clinton for President.

Anonymous   March 18th, 2008 7:19 pm ET

Could this election be any more about old vs young? Obama and his supporters are trying to throw out the old guard, that has basically blown everything the past twenty years. The old guard and old way of doing politics is doing everything it can to hang in there.

Young people, keep working at it, Obama is going to win!

Rohit   March 18th, 2008 7:19 pm ET

C'mon Murtha. I liked you. I thought you had sound judgement. You shouldn't have done this. "Experienced" people like you, McSame, Bush, Cheney and Billy boy are the reason we take one step forward and 2 steps backwards (did you notice how I did not mention Hillary as experienced?) - 1 stone, 2 birds.

rico   March 18th, 2008 7:19 pm ET

The tide is turning.
Politicians are seeing past the fluff and realize that a better match against McCain would be Hilary.

Becky in In.   March 18th, 2008 7:19 pm ET

John Murtha is a man of vision with the courage to do the right thing!!!

Andrew   March 18th, 2008 7:18 pm ET

HILL YEAH!!!!

JAMES IN BAMA   March 18th, 2008 7:18 pm ET

I DO BELIEVE THIS IS JUST ONE OF MANY PEOPLE WHO WILL BE BEGINNING TO BACK HILLARY CLINTON IN THE DAYS AND WEEKS TO COME. AND AFTER A DECISIVE WIN IN PENNSYLVAINA MORE WILL BE GATHERING ON BOARD SOON. WE ARE ALL BEGINNING TO SEE WHO AND WHAT OBAMA IS AND ALOT OF PEOPLE ARE GOING IN THE DIRECTION THEY SEE IS THE RIGHT ONE….CLINTON FOR PREZ! ITS JUST PLAIN AND SIMPLE, WHEN YOU LOOK AT WHO THE CANIDATES SAY THEY ARE AND WHO THEY ARE REVEALED TO BE ITS IN SIMPLE VIEW THAT NIETHER OBAMA NOR MCCAIN ARE WHO WE WANT LEADING OUR NATION AHEAD. ALL OF THIS ABOUT BARRACK OBAMA COMMING OUT THIS WEEK, ALONG WITH HIS WIFE SAYING SHE HAS NEVER BEEN PROUD OF THIS COUNTRY UNTIL NOW, AND THE FACT THAT OBAMA'S WIFE AND CHILDREN WERE MEMEBERS OF THAT CHURCH AND HAVE BEEN FOR YEARS, BEING TAUGHT THOSE VIEWS. AND WITH THE NAFTA DEALS ALONG WITH THE SHADY AND CRIMNAL DEALINGS OF SOME OF OBAMA'S CLOSE FRIENDS ITS APPARENT HE IS NOT WHO ALOT OF PEOPLE THOUGHT HE WAS AND NOW THAT THEY SEE THAT THE ARE GONNA BE GOING FOR SOMEONE WHO REALLY HAS A SHOT AT BEATTING MCCAIN IN NOVEMBER. ITS ALL PLAIN ANS SIMPLE. WHILE I HAVE NOT BEEN A BIG FAN OF MURTHA'S BEFORE I APPLAUD HIM NOW! THANK YOU.

mary   March 18th, 2008 7:18 pm ET

I just can believe it… very desapointing, How can you support someone who vote for the war without any judgement…shane on you

nazirmo   March 18th, 2008 7:17 pm ET

For some, nagging questions remain. Did I know him to be an occasionally fierce critic of American domestic and foreign policy? Of course. Did I ever hear him make remarks that could be considered controversial while I sat in church? Yes. Did I strongly disagree with many of his political views?

Then why did he lie to CNN when he was asked right after the story broke out ? He said he had never heard. Now in his speech today he admits to having heard remarks that could be considered controversial. ( See above )

Eric Cimon   March 18th, 2008 7:17 pm ET

I just wanted to comment briefly that after several weeks of equal footing and tone for Obama and Clinton, it seems that once again a shift is occuring in the favoritism towards Obama. For example, in the "New in the Ticker" column, Murtha endorses Clinton, CNN makes the following statement: "According to CNN's latest estimate, Clinton leads Obama among super delegates by 30, though that margin is significantly less than it was before Super Tuesday." It would have sufficed to end the sentence at "30″. Instead, CNN adds a bit of editorial flair "significantly less than it was before Sup