What a bright mind. Obama 08. America unites its main stream america as well as his white supremacist and his black restorationists (What about the reparationists) for a better america

obama raises more money than hillary obama out spends hillary in texas and ohio hillary wins texas and ohio..now who really have the brains to be president ?????NOT OBAMA

What a speech. He just made Hillary look so small.

That speech was ridiculous. Again, his speeches show that it is just rhetoric. Just words and nothing more.

I am a huge Hillary Clinton supporter. I bleed canary yellow. However, I thought Obama gave an excellent, balanced and hopfully, healing speech. Good for him.

Everyone must admit that was a great speech. So, can we please do as he suggested and get back to talking about issues that concern all of us? Thanks.

HE STILL DIDN'T ANSWER ANY REPORTER'S QUESTIONS….HE ONLY GOT TO SAY WHAT HE WANTED……WHY CAN'T HE EVER ANSWER REPORTER'S QUESTIONS? IS HE TOO ABOVE THEM?????

Please give me a break! Surely none of you with an independent, intelligent mind fell for that speech. So many contradictions with what Obama already said to the media… He thinks his writers can get him out of anything but that won't work in crisis if (God forbid) he is elected. This "pastor" spews hate for America, Mrs. Obama makes racist remarks, etc., and you people continue to believe it's innocent?! Wake up before it's too late. I, and many others I know, will switch to McCain if Obama is the nominee. Can't go for that!!

The man made history with this speech whether he gets elected or not. As an independent, I think it is the best speech ever.
I know Hillary supporters and republicans are angry at his speech. It is natural to be angry when the opponent gains.

Who wrote his speech this time? What else don't we know about him that will make him lose in November if he gets the nomination?

The Repbulicans are waiting for this guy!

You would have tackled the situation head on if, when you checked out that church, you had decided it wasn't for you and your family. I'm tackling the problem head on by not voting for you, racist.

Some folks here are clearly stupid! there is a clear proof that he was in Miami during that white hating sermon and he admit being there for some less controversial sermons. I'm 51 yrs. old white man and I agree with sen. Obama in every single word in his speech. During the primary I voted McCain but in the General election Sen. Obama will have my vote!

God Bless America.

Obama/Bloomberg

I haven't seen such a unique candidate for presidency like Obama in a long time. A man ahead of its time. I don't think we will be able to see another like him for some time if he does not get the nomination.

Blacks support Obama for a reason. Whites support Obama are idiots.

Genuine and from his heart. Yes, we can!

The things this Preacher said were very frightening. Barack didn't move completely away from him, and should have. Just think about this he may be invited to the White House for functions. "I DON'T TRUST HIM"

YES WE CAN…Vote for Hillary. Your Speech did nothing for me but prove you are nothing but a LIAR!!

EXCELLENT SPEECH.

He was VERY Presidential in address is a very tough issue. No other candidate would even touch tough issues such as this, let alone take it head one like Obama did.

You have my vote!!

It's funny how the people who choose not to listen and to refute the speech guaranteed were not even going to vote for him anyway under any circumstances, even before the Wright tape was released. Change is coming to you people whether you like it or not!

It is amazing to see all the starry-eyed Obama supporters saying things like "Great speech – we just met our President". After all this time you still think that the best speech = the best candidate?

His speech was nothing more than damage control. He is arrogant and a liar. The Democratic superdelegates better run, not walk, over to Hillary. The American people will never elect him.

There is no way I will ever vote for Obama.

It had to come to this…White America will never know what it is like being Black in America…stop pretending…those who had a problem with Rev. Wright truely are clueless…Thanks Obama for being real…well spoken….and Black!!

The most amazing speech I have ever heard!
almost cried!!

This speech is why I voted for Barack Obama to be my President of the United States because clearly he is the ONLY one who seems to be about change.

It is too bad that Obama reaches beyond alot of voters. He does not aim toward meaness, anger, politically correct or being untrue to who he is for a vote. I just hope enough votes carry him to Presidency, but most seem to want statis quo, and fear of change.

Ladies and Gentlemen – the next President of the United States.

Awesome speech!

I know the haters thought they had something here, but Obama just hit them all head on. GREAT JOB!

Whatever happened to McCain's indiscretions with the female lobbyist? I think that's more of a story than this. Funny how that one died on the vine over the course of a weekend.

A double standard, If that was a white candidate in a church listening to a white preacher praise hatered towards blacks, that candidate would be out of the race.

He blew it and all the poetic language does NOT change the fact he subjected his children to a hate-mongerer on a weekly basis. Where is your fabled good judgement? It's too late, Obama. This is the speech you should have given to your congregation after Wright preached all that hate. Now, it's so much political posturing.

Oh and for those who are calling him "brave" and "couragious" and "what a great speech". Ridiculous.

He got backed into a corner, being exposed as a hypocrite and he knew the only way out of this is to give a "great" speech.

Actions speak louder than words people and his actions are questionable and hypocritical. This man will never get my vote.

So proud of you Obama.
God bless you.
Don't give up. God will turn this mess around for good.
Obama '08

Don't even comment if you didn't listen to what he said.

He started out kind of stiff but by the end he had me thinking that I could never in a million years imagine Bush having the ability to put together his thoughts like that or give a speech like that.

Whats that old saying ! Ii you walk like a duck quack like a duck your a? WAKE UP!!!

If nothing is remembered from all this chasm, this speech ought to be

"AMERICA IS GREATER THAN THE SUM OF ALL ITS PARTS"

PEOPLE SHOW IT !

People, please! Can you stop writing "to" when you clearly mean "too"?! Maybe what our country needs now is less racial division and more education.

While we're at it…rather THAN bickering over non-issues, we should put them aside. THEN the candidates can debate the real issues of our day.

Mr Barack Obama , You gave a wonderful Speach. Now news media should should shut up. You have the vote of the people to be a great President of UNited sates of America. .

Great Speech!!!!

Hhe needs to incorporate some of it into his speeches on the road while campaigning!!

OBAMA 08

Bob, all others who have an issue with Obama, your bigotry is showing. Be careful!!

This still doesn't explain the fact that this man was his mentor for 20 years. I'm sorry but I don't want someone who affiliates with peoplel like that running the country.

OBAMA GOES TO A CHURCH WHERE HATERED IS SPOKEN . WHAT DOES THAT SAY ABOUT SOMEONE THAT WANTS TO LEAD OUR COUNTRY/i love this country and don,t want to see him leading us

I feel sad for Obama, because the media make it seem like he's a racist which he's not. Obama just want us as American people to come together. We as the people of US let leave race out of this election and vote for the best person as our great leader.

How amazing is this guy, he can reduce the tension in the room automaticaly.

I am still amazed at some of the Hillary fans saying he's a liar, a man who has put everything out in the open, from his early life drug use to the comment of his reverend (NOT HIM, HIS REVEREND)…

….at the same time you have someone, who her whole life has done stuff behind closed doors, Hillary, who you think is more honest than Obama.

OH MY GOD, talk about being dillusional, all of you belong in the Bush LALA land.

SO WHAT ELSE IS NEW ,,,,,,,,,

The sins of hate are a two way street-hatred is voiced by white, black, brown, male and female. Racism, sexism and discrimination will only be beaten back when all of us start to speak of not what you must do, where 'they' have failed but what 'we' can do. less

CNN, YOU ARE SO BIASED IT'S DISGUSTING………

I think most of the people that are voting for Obama don't see the real picture. They just want a change but he is the wrong change for America. They don't see the real Obama but he will come out soon enough…

And Obama said he was in church and witnessed Wright making controversial comments. He never retracted his original claim that he WAS NOT in church when the specific comments that have been looped over the news for the past week were made…man I swear people just hear whatever they want to hear.

Even if we completely disregard Pastorgate from consideration, how can we trust someone whose judgment includes close ties and deals with Tony Rezko? Last week Barack Obama finally admitted he made repeated lapses of judgment in being so close with Rezko. He had said in late 2007 that he didn't do anything wrong. How can we trust him now to do anything for our country when he can't even conduct himself honorably ?

Obama 08. You will be my president .

I agree with President Theodore Roosevelt and his speech:
Addressing the Knights of Columbus in New York City
12 October 1915
I would like to know if Senator Obama considers himself a Hyphenated American (Affican-American).

There will always be racists, and many of them are on this blog. They will never change.

one of the most positive speeches i have ever heard. Well said President Obama!!!! You have my vote. not that i ever lost faith in you

To the "Obamahaters" — think about whether or not you should be accountable for everything your peers say??? What about Clinton and McCains controversial religious leaders…. sigh…. only in America.

Obama – i tip my hat to you for rising above the pettiness. You have manned up to some serious historical problems and I respect you for it.

JUST WORDS

JUST WORDS

LIAR

LIAR

If you listened and didn't 'hear' – these were not just words but history, there is a true opportunity now to sincerly bring a new dialogue to the fabric of this nation

do not hold on to the past prejudices that too many still believe cannot be altered and look to a better future

a courageous moment at an important time

No more speeches!!

I didn't buy his speech.

Spending 20 years being preached to with such hate rhetoric does not make for a President.

I wish I could take back my vote.

New voters beware. Check the merchandise carefully. Just like you do when you go to Big Lots

AND UR WIFE IS PROUD OF THIS COUNTRY ,,,FOR THE FIRST TIME,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,

I'm a white man and a union worker the speech was incredible I was not sure before if I was giving my vote to Hilary or Obama . Obama is definitely the kind of President this country needs to move forward. He really connected with me in this speech. He was very bold and peaceful at the same time.

I thank God for Barack Obama standing up and talking to America. I am a black christian woman who has been in some of the same situations as Obama. I have white people in my family too. If you want to hate others because of thir race or differences in religion…that's up to you, but God condemns it.

What kind of judgment did Obama show by subjecting HIS OWN CHILDREN to hearing "pastor" Wright's messages?! Oh please people wake up! If he can't use common sense to run his own household, how does he begin to pretend to have the good judgment to govern our nation?!

An amazing speech and helpful in understanding the situation – I have not decided who support yet – but I am sure from reading the blogs many will only hear the words that support their own way of thinking. Including the media… that is what is sad and frightening

Thank you, Senator Obama, you are a beacon of light for all of us.

Senator Obama has again shown me why he has my vote. We need his vision to move us forward, and frankly, we need his manner and temperment to heal this great nation after 28 divisive years of Reagan, Reagan, Bush, Clinton, Clinton, Bush, Bush.

and ur church gave award to FARRAHKHAN ,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,

YOU DID NOT OPPOSE THAT

This blog is clearly being moderated by a obama voter. All the other blogs are 50:1 not for obama

I could never ever vote for someone was a member of a black separatist church for 20 years. Just as I would never ever vote for someone who was a member of a white supremest group. This man is still scary.

My concern is why is politics, and hatred being taught in the church. This has nothing to to with the way GOD tells us to behave. Love your enemy. If this is what our children are being taught, what chance is there for any kind of peace among race, or God Blessing America. People wake up. Obama should be ashame.

Albert – you're an idiot.

Obama never said he was in church when those statements were made, he was in Florida, it has been proven, and there is video.

I know you thought you had something here, but just let it go.

YES WE CAN!!
OBAMA '08

obama rode the fence, playing it safe, i am a black voter and he dont have my vote.

just words
just words
you call him uncle,,,,,,,,ur mentor…………..ur friend,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,ur inspiration,,he married you ,he baptized ur kids,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,
and you never knew his thinking ,,,,,,,,,,,,,

liar ,,,just words

A truly impressive American, a man ahead of his time. And a speech excellent in its ability to convey his beliefs and thoughts clearly in what is a difficult and often emotive subject.

Ever wondered why Obama did not say 'God Bless America" at the end of his speech?!
It seems to give the same rehersed specch and coninues to play politics with voters.
I am neither left or right but I can clearly see that Obama know how to yank your chains.

All of you Obama critics are so cynical and diabolical.

This is the reason why this country is so stagnant because of the same old hate that people thrive off of.

BARACK FOR PRESIDENT!!!!!!!!!!!

Love, love, love him. He is caring, vibrant, creative, and intelligent. What a refreshing change to old-style politics.

If Hillary wins, we'll vote for her too. She is our second choice no question about it. UNITE DEMOCRATS, UNITE!!!!

Anybody but a Republican!!! Close your eyes and imagine $8.00 a gallon gas!!! 4,000 dead American troops in Iraq. A never ending war – and possibly a new war in Iran.

im not a obama supporter, but i really think he gave a great speach and i think it was from the heart……..now i would hope the candidates get beyond this and stop attacking each other… focus on the issues and show the differences between the republican beliefs and the democratic beliefs……..we need to get the republicans out of office and build a strong america….. vote democratic

Obama you blew it.

I like how every Hillary supporter spews there "actions speak louder than words" line like little trained parakeets. What actions has Hillary ever done that are so inspiring? Sorry, washing Bill's semen stained clothes doesnt count.

Excellent speech with strong, valid points !!!

You don't slap wrong labels on this candidate!

OBAMA'08

Remind me again what is stance was on Geraldine Ferrard's comments.

I think that he was very strong,fair, and ready to be president of the United States of America. The ones that don't think this man is power is just not ready to change!!! Im ready to change how about you?

I am a life long democrat and all the talking heads on tv can say what they want. I am appalled by Barack Obama's life. I thought he was more sophisticated than that. polls and commentators can say all they want, but when the people vote from now on those clips will be in the back of their mind. Expect a BIG surge for Hillary! Thank God

As a white man…I found him very believable… I was shocked to hear the words of Pastor Wright and wanted to hear what Obama had to say for himself. I vote in Pen. on the 22nd and still haven’t made up my mind but Obama was sincere and this is what I was waiting to see from him. (A little emotion) I will not fault him for his pastor's words.

We cannot afford to have someone as our leader who won't stand up to a racist and an anti-Semite. Do you attend a house of worship that's led by a man who hates a whole race of people? Do you bring your children to be baptized there? Do you donate $22,000 to a place that preaches anti-Jewish teachings? Apparently, if you're Barack Obama you do

"We can move beyond "SOME" of our racial wounds"? REALLY?
Why not " Can we get over ALL of our racial wounds and move on?"
What racial wounds can we not move beyond from? And I thought the whole campaign was not about race.

snow job or truth? God Bless America.

Obama did not admitt to being in church when Rev. Wright said the things the are being constanly played on youtube. WHat Sen. Obama admitted was being present when he said some things that were Controversal….anyways, His travel records puts him in Florida at the time of one of the afromentioned speeches.

I see the moderators are still stacking the Pro-Obama Deck….As Usual.

"Yes We Can" lie on TV and then apologize on TV again… hmmm McCain will get my vote if Hillary is not the Dem nominee. Can let an inexperienced guy run this big country in these terms!

History making speech…this will be remembered and studied in school in future generations.

I agree with Fred totally. He gave a speech that was great….anyone can do that it is not that hard to give a speech. How is he ever going to stand up and beat a POW! It won't happen..I am a Democrat….I would vote for Mccain over Omaba…..and everyone I know says the same thing…..ask around…..Clinton is our only chance of beating Mccain….

I rarely agree with Geraldine Ferraro, but concerning Obama her comments are right on! ONLY Obama is playing the race card. The fact that Rev Wright went with Louis Farrakhan to visit Omar Quadafi makes me very uncomfortable. I would like to see more substantive reporting on Senator Oabma. This reminds me of the start of the Iraqi War, everyone knew something wasn't quite right, but it was so politically incorrect to question the war. I think Senator Obama's speech was a smokescreen.

Obama has again demonstrated stellar substantive performance. He has once again put cynics to rest. Obama is an honest, transparent, trustworthy leader. Now, let’s talk about bread and butter issues.

Obama supporters: do you care that he lied on national television about not knowing Wright's remarks? Or that he was in church? No, of course not. And by the way, Clinton did not start this issue; Michele Obama had plenty to say to fuel the fire.

Come on… so he gave a speech, one of many. we need a president that work, and work hard. Let's agree that Obama will start a new career as a speech advisor for Hillary. Hillary 2008, the only real choice

Our next President!

You can't choose your grandmother, you can choose your pastor. As a potential president, he should've known to walk away when he heard those comments. Bad move.

"Stained" Constitution………..Appears Wright has had influence.

This speech was amazing. A person who can speak like this can certainly bring people & countries together. He has got my vote. Anyone who did not understand what he was saying is simply ignorant to the core.

he is truthful,all racists would never have voted for him,america will never be ready for a black president,you can feel the tone of the news anchors,

It's very funny, all the Clinton supports pretending to be ex-Obama supporters that have switched over. Obama lost NO ONES vote and after this speech he probably gained some.

and to those uneducated people who think Obama will lose to McCain becasue of Rev. Wright, maybe you should do some reading about Haggee and Parsley. 2 Rev and or Ministers that have made terrible comments, including…New Orleans got what they deserved.

Straight from the HEART? PLEASE!

It was straight from the TELEPROMPTER!

Those aren't HIS words – they are his speech writers'.

CLINTON FOR PRESIDENT!!!!

Just another speech, not written by him I might add.

TO LITTLE TO LATE!!!!!!!

YOUR JUDGEMENT IS TAINTED!!!!!!!!

So he basicly lied to us on Friday night when he said he was never at any of the sermons that were controvertial. Today he said he was at those sermons. Yea, that's who I want as President. No Thanks!

Anyone who denies the message of his speech denies our country an opportunity to perfect itself. Our time is now and the messenger of this great speech is the one to lead the way.

For all you cynics, you have an opportunity to join our movement and help make the world a better place. We'll discuss and conquer instead of divide and conquer. Consider it, please!

To those who saw the speech and now say he has not won back your vote…I seriously doubt he had it in the first place – did Limbaugh ask you to comment here? Be brave and speak your true mind as Obama just did…

We must elect Obama as President for the sake of our children and the future of this democracy!

I think Obama should run for President of Kenya. His loyalties seem to be more with Africa than this country that gave him and his wife a lot of opportunities that neither seem to appreciate much.

As far as this country's concerned, there is no way that he can win the GE. He has fried himself.

I was totally moved by that speech. Yes we can overcome and get past these racial divides if we choose to. Still a Obama supporter and even more so now if that is possible. Proud white 38 y/o female who can see more of the United States now than ever before!

Obama 08

Oh yea ,way to through your white grandma under the racial bus.

And Spike,

Our constitution is stained by slavery. Deal with it.

George

I guess you get out of it whatever you what to.

He didn't mention anything about who you vote for. You can vote for a woman and bring about change. You can vote for McCain and bring about change. Just whoever you vote for let it be because you truly believe it was is best for the country. And not because you don't like someone.

Good effort. Hope he means it. Hope his supporters will support it.

He is a liar… said he wasn't in the pews when Wright spoke so racially. And yet you think O is supreme !

This is what a great leader does. Tackle the problem head on not hide behind some kind of false veil and get your surrogates to do the job for you!! I am proud of this man!!

Why does the media NOT cover Wright's support of Louis Farrakhan?
Obama needs to find a church that is a unifying presence, not a divisive one.

you will know him by those he calls his friends and mentors.

just one word….- Obama is liar

GREAT SPEECH!!!! LET'S NOT RETREAT INTO OUR CORNERS, NOW IS THE TIME TO COME TOGETHER

OBAMA 08!!!!!

An old saying goes, "birds of a feather flock together." Obama and Wright are roosting on the same limb. I have never admired Obama and I will not vote for him. I prefer Clinton and if she is nominated, I will vote for her, otherwise I will vote for McCain.

The speech hit a nerve with me, and I cried. I am so, so afraid that this country will use this opportunity to throw away an incredible candidate and continue on the path of dysfunction. We must move beyond these divisive politics and accept Obama as a man of integrity. Let the one who is without sin cast the first stone.

Deb: why in god's green earth should he be apologizing to you or anyone?

If the German Chancellor can say that Germany is full of shame for the Holocaust. How come the United State of America can not face racism, and address it.

That's why Obama will be a great choice for President in 2008.

The intro to Obama's speech by CNN's anchor and two guests was less than objective. Those three speakers focused on past victimizations of Blacks–appealing more to sympathy than resolutions.
I sensed their comments were intended to inflame the audience.

First he says he was not present when pastor rendered speeches and now he says we was – what a liar!

He is a damaged goods.

Vote McCain.

I dont know about you but i would have rather of heard him say "sorry " then lecture me about race.

Mr. Obama's speech was awe inspiring and answered all the questions the citizens of this country need to know in regards to racism and the socials ills and negative attitudes it fosters. We will either move forward now or continue to repeat the mistakes of the past. The choice is ours! I pray we make the right decision.

You can't solve racism because you can't solve evil. People whom are racist will be racist until they die. Thankfully, many people aren't horribly racist, just a bit, and just every now and then. Thanks, Obama, for at least trying. You have my vote.

WoW! He challenged us all…and we should all be pissed at CNN and Fox for polorizing race. Whenever polls are released its, …"where did the white vote go, where did the black vote go, where did the women vote go?" Its bad for America. Barack Obama nailed it. Obama 08

You did it, Obama. Job well done. You're courageous & brilliant. Obama '08.

Seattle Sue: Of course the speech was racial…it was meant to be about race!!! Duh! Name one specific time when Barack Obama played the race card…hmmmm yeah i can't think of one either!

Excellent speech Obama! Way to confront the issue head on!!!

I hope that this speech will help all people to look within themselves and decide to move away from the past and look forward to the future. I am disappointed though that Obama did not apologize for his involvement with these racist comments.

Who is the Holywood speechwriter?

President Obama is the real deal! His comments echo the sentiments of an entire generation, wow!!

To "rj" – are you crazy????

The violin is getting smaller but still there

Easily one of the best speeches in American history. He absolutely nailed it. YOu've got my vote, Barack! Particularly loved the point that he couldn't disown Wright anymore than he could disown his white grandmother who herself had made racially inflammatory remarks. Race is way more complex than the media try to make it folks. Let's come together.

Wow! That was like a speech Bobby Kennedy never got the chance to make. Powerful!

Great speech!

he addressed everything head on. That's more than anyone else in today's environment, has done.

Imagine, once again, a President that can prepare a brilliant speech within days? Compare this with the current person that presently resides in the White House.

This is the type of leadership we really need.

I know there will be those who heard want they wanted to hear and it really doens't matter what Obama said.

However to the rest of us. Let us vote not because of racial politcs but because you believe experience is what country needs and there is nothing wrong with that. Or because you believe change and hope is what our country needs and there is nothing wrong with that. Because I am just a man who just wants to feed his children and get them a good education.

Let's hear it for the first Woman or Black Candidate.

Democrats 08

"We can move beyond our racial wounds" Obama says. Then I ask, why he CHOSE to be part of a church that preached the opposite? I don't believe "pastor" Wright was managing to help anyone in his church to "heal their wounds". If anything I think he wanted to make sure peoples' wounds remained open so his message resonated with them.

People open your eyes! Have you not noticed how Obama denies having said this or that until confronted with proof? THIS MAN IS NOT WHO HE SAYS HE IS!

GO AWAY OBAMA, YOU ARE A LIAR!!!

I can't believe that CNN moderates these comments and basically hand picks the ones that get posted and still allows the ignorant posts that some of you make.

boy he can talk.

in the words of Kenny Smith after Vince Carter did his first dunk in the slam dunk contest in 2000

"It's over!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!"

No ALBERT. Obama never said that he wasn't in the church during some controversial words…he just said he wasn't present in the church during THE SPEECH IN QUESTION….stop reaching for things that aren't there..

Brave speech ! Was not afraid to say

"constitution …stained by the sin of slavery"

There is no one on this planet who can inspire people to reach higher grounds…..in a non-religious way

Greatest speech ever

Obama, "Yada Yada yada yada."

Ho hum.

so what was that about Ferrao in his speech. did Hillary follow her words and advice or consider her a mentor for 20 years? looks like a sudden bash to me. (oh BO doeswn't play on the Neg) but can anyone really say he said anything that we didnt already know?

I am glad to see Obama address this issue. I think that the media has been on a feeding frenzy on this issue. Obama has addressed it and it's time to move forward.

Albert and Ben,

Obama was talking exactly about people like you. Stop distorting the fact and using race as a beit to move your agenda.

Obama said that, over the 20 yrs he has been there, the pastor had made some comments he disagreed with. He did not make reference to this specific comment.

It is unfortunate that some people cannot see past their noses.

What a great speech! So beautiful and true. Obama brilliantly turned CNN's biased, idiotic coverage of this non-issue into a teachable moment.

Now when is CNN going to broadcast the hate-mongering in right-wing churches? I'm not holding my breath.

I think this speech shows why Senator Obama is ahead in the Democratic race – he is honest, inspiring and visionary. Bravo. Its about time we in this country start honestly addressing issues of race. But more importantly, its about time we move forward together as one nation.

One of the greatest speeches of all time. If he does not win the nomination this speech will go down in history.

Hillary will say it was just a SPEECH.

Nothing has changed my mind, ESPECIALLY after this speech.

Just listened to Barack Obama speech regarding race. Gotta wonder where is the white mother he speaks of and Grandma, who is supposed to be his biggest supporter. All we have seen so far are Michelle and the kids.

Obama is not afraid to take on the big challenges that confront this country. He is a true leader and will make a great president!

Great speech, but why did it take Obama TWENTY years to give it? He sat in that church and lisented to the racist Rev. spew hate and intolerance for all that time, but only now, after it has become a problem for his campaign does Obama decide to speak out against it. HYPOCRITE!

What a powerful speech. Anyone who suggests that this man who has a little bit of every racial make up in him is anything but a unifier is CRAZY!! BARACK is exactly what this country needs. I'm tired of the politics of the past and I look forward to turning the page with a President that represents real change!!

Wake up America!! OBAMA 2008!!

This is our President 2009 – .

Obama!

SENATOR BARACK OBAMA,

TOUCHDOWN!!!!!!

HOMERUN!!!!!!

TRIPLE DOUBLE!!!!

"My Sheep Know My Voice"……………………………………….

YES WE CAN!

I don't think he did enough damage control.

Hooray! Beautiful speach Senator Obama. He eloquently put into context this whole black/white issue. Unfortunately, his words will be analyzed to death by the media who will inturn bring up other issues and of course nothing will change. I implore these networks to "move on", for the sake of this country. Enough is enough. This is the type of man we need to run this country. I could care if he was green, he is what we need. Enough is enough!!! Oh, by the way, I am white.

Great job Obama!!!! This was Obama at his best!!! Just goes to show why this man is the next president of the United States Of America!!!

Obama '08

Obama is very presidental. Now we can move on. He handled this head on, dealt with it. End of story. Its refreshing to have presidental candidate who has good character. He is a leader and will make a very good President.

It was the best speech on race in America in my lifetime. This is an imperfect union, but it's one great country.

A WOLF IN SHEEPS CLOTHING, HE SHOULD DROP OUT NOW!

Way to go Barack!! As a 25 year old white male I support you 100%.

You tell it like it is and people like myself and other's around the country respect that.

We need to move beyond race and face the realization that you are the only candidate capable of bringing about change in Washington.

mr obama well done/ keep being yourself, speak from your heart

Obama is anti-American. Wake up America before it is too late!!!

He will say or do anything to get control of our country.
He sat in this church for 20 years and is well aware of the
remarks of Pastor Wright. Why???
Vote Hillary.

I see this largely as a stump speech to garner more support in Pennsylvania, and especially Philly. Free cable coverage will go a long way.

Great speech, one for the ages.

Great Speech,historical lets see if Americans are dumb not to move on!

Obama is the future!

I am proud of Obama speech but we still have stupid people that want let old dogs die. If Hillary wins the election it will not last because of impeachment just like Bill. If Hillary had an ounce of sense she would have turned over her taxes and everything esle. No because she want that glory before she goes down in the hall of shame.

Essentially Obama asked America to take a look in the mirror. Oustanding speech.

We can always move beyond wounds no matter what happens, however, it's not easy to move beyond what could happen from a man who sits in a anti-America church for 20 years. This is an election. We do need to evalute your background and we can't just ignore it.

Very moving speech. To the point and on the point. He really shows what kind of person he is and how dedicated he is to uniting our country and bringing about the changes that we need to be as one.
Lots of common sense and a lot of presidential presence.

I think is was one of his best speechs. You have to listen to the all speech to put it into context and not just short quotes and one-line snipets. Great speech!

OBAMA '08

I still find it extremely hard to believe Obama can sit in a church for 20 years and not know the true racial feelings Rev. Wright harbors.

If this speech doesn't inspire you to work hard to make this country a better place for all, then you are just an angry person and would love for the country to continue down the treachorous road we are currently on.

Obama you are exactly rght.

Barack Obama again reminded us of the opportunity we have as a people to be inclusive and solution oriented. His speech transcended politics and addressed what this country can be. I would like to see him continue this discussion with Senator Clinton and Senator McCain.

He stll has not said he was in the pews when 1 of those derogatoery statements were made……. THe Rev insulted all those who died in the 911 attacks……..

The question is why Obama?

Why american people should trust a person who has been in a racist church for 20 years to be the uniter??

He insults me as an American and a white person. He can't distance himself from this horrible man. He can have this man, just leave politics HE DOES NOT BELONG.

lol. Leave it to the CNN moderators to block anything the might make Obama look bad. Why even offer viewers the opportunity to posts messages if they immediately get deleted?

so tell me why he first stated he did not hear his pastor talk like this now the truth came out that he did and he is the candiate of change why did he not leave the church that puts america down why would he let his daughters listen to that kind of sermon???????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????that is kind of fishy to me!!!!!!!!!!!

I am extremely so very glad that I got to hear the whole speech myself — instead of the filtered version the media will be sure to air. The speech was perfect on all accounts I can think of. Obama was sincere, honest, scholarly, and presidential. This speech is simply a masterpiece for the history books.

I am so proud to support Obama. I am also pleased that my son was able to watch his speech with me.

Thank you Mr. Obama, your words were moving and touched me.

What a BIG FAT LIAR…Why do you people (and CNN, Obama's best buddy) not see this person for the fake and charlatan that he is.

Home Run

yes we can

This was truly a historical moment.

Mr. Obama, you already failed in your speech..

Poor guy, you still like to binding with this scared Pastor. Nobody can forgive your big lie!

Obama, pls drop out your race now. American people do not need such a person as our leader!

hillary 2008! Go Go GO

He is such a LIAR!!! Obama is full of it!!!

I agree. let's stop being devisive and confront the isssues that unite us!

I'm African American, but I'm not "angry." I don't like the way Obama paints our community, as if we're some angry black people. I've moved on and taken responsibility for my life and so should your pastor. Some preaching hate and calling it angry.

WELL THANKS TO HILLARY, THIS IS DEFINITELY GOING TO SWAY THE VOTES BACK TO OBAMA

THIS IS THE NEXT PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES.

WE NEED THIS MAN….I'M IN TEARS.

Obama's speech only addresses black and white relations. Blacks are not even the largest minority in this country, Latinos are the largest minority. I demand that CNN cover the anger and frustration of Mexican Americans and other Latinos. Obama does not represent the ideals of the Mexican American people. The Afros have turned on Hillary, Latinos stand to gain considerably if Hillary is elected.
Go Hillary

Thank you Barack. Well done.

WE ARE AMERICAN, NOT BLACK NOT WHITE. AMERICAN! HE IS WHAT WE NEED! For anyone who decides to criticize him for giving a speach 1. he has already had a press conference over this issue 2. thats all any president can do until they are actually president. ill vote for mccain before i vote for billary! and he is ahead SO WHY WOULD HE DROP OUT OF THE RACE? hillary should

OBAMA '08

Amen, Ditto, Ditto, Ditto.

If we can get the media to elevate the discussion about race, so will the country. The question are they brave enough or will they pander toward baser thinking to garner viewers. I believe we as a country can rise to the challenge.

I was Moved. He's our man!

You are in the middle of history here. For the first time in history the UNITED states of America have a real shot at chosing the first woman or first black president. Yet they spend time hurling stupid comments back and forth. YOU are making history by choosing one of them. We have got to come together and treat this nominiation process with the dignity it deserves.

Can we move on… another speech that really did not say anything new…

I voted for change not the same old politics… Obama you started this mess with your mailers… thinking that Clinton would not respond… you continue to make mistakes by attacking Ferraro and then the media storm regarding Wright…

Quit apologizing and making speeches… start talking about your plan for change… or is that all talk???

Obama all talk, and we need Hillary for President !!!!!!!

Barack, give us a Breakkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkk

I am hoping and praying that I will never again see Rev. Wright in those clips that have been shown on every network for the past week.Please move on to the really important subjects and issues that we as a nation must remedy. Obama is the one to begin to get us there.

THERE'S NOTHING YOU CAN SAY- WE DON'T BELIEVE YOU!!!!!

simply put

He did well

What a great feeling to have someone speak intelligently and have the capability to give me a sense of purpose. I almost forgot what it was like to feel this again after some any years of being talked down instead of talked to. This was a brilliant speech by Mr. Obama, after several months I have decided he will get my vote if he wins the nomination.

You are a little late with your so call true beliefs Obama because no one believes you. I am so glad you could give Wright a plug of "being like family" in your speech. Saved you a little from your own race that have been hot and heavy on your views of wronging Wright. All I can say now is GO HILLARY '08

NOW it is time for the die hard Racists to make the best, most open speech of EITHER party about a REAL issue that affects this country and SOMEHOW turn it into a NEGATIVE thing.

1-2-3- GO!!!

Sad thing is I am right but this won't get posted anyway..

It is too late! Obama is linked to an anti-American…

CNN, I think that you should post the speech somewhere on site so that people can come to their own analyses of it. This partial reporting will lead those who already hold criticisms of Obama and his affiliation with Pastor Wright to continue to hold on to the same criticisms. The speech does a great job of giving insight into why these divisions exist and what has to be done to overcome it.

Read it!

Blah, blah, blah, excusitiis! You went there for a long time. Why? What kind of idiots do you think the American people are?

So now we know that Obama is a Liar. His first reaction when faced with this controversy was to lie. " I was not present when any of the inflammatory remarks were made". Now, knowing that the media would uncover his lie, he has taken the high ground and said he was sitting quietly listening to his friend.

Great speech which dealt head on with issues and the solutions, issuesand path he wishes to address in his campaign.

I wonder if America is ready to listen, reflect and move on together, or whether we will choose to follow the status quo which is not working for most of us and bury again the issues that divide us.

I was deeply moved by Obama's speech today. I am a jewish middle aged mom/wife and a full time worker. I say Amen Amen!!!! I was crying by the time he got to the ASHLEY part of his speech. His speech moves(or it should) the fiber within all of us americans. It is definitely time we all come together. I say Thank you very much Barack for helping us to find a different way!!!!

Not very convincing especially after the racially charged and atrocious comments we have heard from Pastor Wright.

What a brilliant speech! It shows the depth of understanding this presidential candidate Obama has. He is beyond being black or white, he is a true American who believes in all about America, its constitution, its people and its genius of change.

I am not sure if the media has enough intellectuals who can grasp this message and show it.

Arni, Austin, TX

Obama is a genius. He spoke honestly, and intelligently. Well connected with the people. Only a fool will not see meaning in his honest speech, as a Constitutional lawer. What he said is real!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Obama seesm to be a preacher not a politician,

President or not….Obama america needs you.

Hillary will truly move this country….she might win the nonmination, but at this point in amercian history. She represents old values….

McCain has my vote but if Obama was the nominee….it would be hard to discount the idea of this man truly being a leader our this country.

Weak speech. The reverend preaches against rich white people and guys like Kerry are backing Obama. The Clintons get called n-lovers by some whites and get preached against with hatred by the reverend. Blacks need to aknowledge skin color does not define a racist.. Obama had chance to make an very need speech but he blew it.

I dont think so OBAMA, you have lots to explain and come clean about, when u really show us who you really are, then we may move beyond. Right now, you are just another politician who lies and mannipulates just to get the votes and the election. You are no different..

Same old words……he's trying to make excuses for Pastor Wright's comments. It's the "white" peoples fault for all the black problems. Whatever! He's a liar. That's all I have to say.

That's what one thing i like about Sen.Obama is his authenticity,very courageous speech.me being an asian american can realy relates to d speech.

OBAMA, Those were NOT Just Words………

Spin it whichever way you want. I am not listening.

The damage has already been done.

Do not lie, your credibility has just evaporated into thin air.

Phenomenal speech. America is fortunate to have a leader like Obama, truly a uniter.

It's time to lay down differences, band together and solve the problems facing the nation.

Obama!!!
Your speach now does not convince the people of America infact
you have made matters worse because you are not prepared to
distance yourself from your Mentor and also that
you regard him as part of your Fam.

Obama is conning the American public with all this talk about change. He could not even change where he went to church. And now he wants us to accept his spiritual rearing as that of just a bystander. He did nothing to change that. Sounds like a bunch of bull to me.

Excellent, well-thought points that America needs to hear. Rush Limbaugh are you reading this?? You've got to admit, this guy is a blessing to America. It does not take a genius to realize that a man should be held accountable by "his own" words/actions. America is great, unity in America is greater & more necessary at this point in time.

I now must vote for Obama08

In a word….WOW! That wasn't a home run, that was a moon shot! This is why hes a one in a lifetime canidate. Something this country and planet has been searching for.

this speech still does not satisfy me because how could he have sat and listened to all that hate for 20 years and still not distance himself from it? In my opinion it is a simple reason…he agrees with Wright!
Go Hillary!!!!!!

Very good speech.

I really think he did a good job of openning up the dialogue about race in America. That subject is very sensitive but he displayed to me that he is presidential and willing on taking on – head on the issues that faces America. His speech will be sliced and diced but that was bold. Let's move on….

I watched his speech. He admitted that he lied to the American people recently by telling us he was in fact aware of his pastor's often harsh comments. When asked several times by several news organizations had said he was unaware of such hateful comments by the pastor. He also portrayed himself as the victim in the speech. He should do the right thing and step down.

Fantastic Speech. Go Barack!

Great speach by Obama.. Perfecting the Union. Histroy making! He may never be President but he sure is playing a role in advancing racial equality in the US. I believe his bi-racial background gives him first hand experience to speak on this subject.

Action speakslouder than words. Obama's candidacy is finished. If Democrates want to win, they should all get behind Hillary Clinton otherwise there will be President John McCain in January 2009.

I am interested to hear how ppl will take this. I thought he addressed the issue, which is what ppl called for and now he has elevated himself to another platue. He is a great man. I am PROUD to be a Barrack supporter.

This was a great time in our immediate history that gives one a since of self and pride.

GO OBAMA!!!

Wolf, why did you have such a sorry face after the speech of Obama?
Sorry, your Hillary does not have such intellectual depth regarding history, society and vision.

obama's speech was one of the most powerful speeches i have ever heard. it moved me beyond words. i hope people now realize that he doesn't believe in what Wright has been saying in the clips that have been floating. Obama is the only candidate that can bring people together and solve the problems of America. i have supported him from day one and will continue to support him on his path to becoming the next president of the U.S.!!!!!!

GO OBAMA!!!!!!!

A good speech, who wrote for him?

the same time, we need the press conference too.

When does Hillary get equal free airtime? This speech was nothing more than political rhetoric.

Miami

This is my president. This speech hit me very hard. I can't explain it.

This speech was an important one and perhaps historic one. Obama showed leadership and honesty that is rare in politicians today.

Senator Obama,

YOU JUST HIT THE BALL OUT OF THE PARK!!!

HOME RUN!!!!

GREAT JOB!!!

An Ohio Voter

As a white American, thank you for bringing ua all into the open and making race and the need for racial healing an okay subject to us all. It is now up to all Americans to try to understand each other. This understanding will make us A STRONGER AMERICA!!!!!!!!!!!

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

Obama need to stop using racism as the weapon against the other people who are critiquing his campaign. This is the real problem that he is facing.

The best speech I have ever heard.

hi. i'm barack obama and i have a message of hope (and deceit)!

Oblahma! We are tired of the speeches and empty rhetoric. We want Sen. Clinton! It's not too late. We already have buyer's remorse and luckily we can do something about it now! Hillary for President !

Wow. This is easily the most meaningful speech on race since Dr. King's "I had a dream." If Obama can deliver as a President as he did today… we're in for something special. If you haven't watched it, go find it and do

All I can say is EXCELLENT… I don't care who you vote for, all the candidates are good this year… but everything he said, needed to be said…

Well done…

Now that is the president I want. Someone who will not ignore the underlying issues bu covering it up with a lot of political banter and who is willing to take a risk to address one of the most controversial issues of our society. Tell it as it is OBAMA!!!!!! YES WE CAN!!!

Good speech. If only he would have included a segment addressing the Latino community, it would have been a great speech. At least, he's going to have people discussing the race issue without having to be defensive.

It's not your race that scares me Obama, it's your tax and spend budget ideas. Big government is not the answer to us all getting along..

Oblahma! We are tired of the speeches and empty rhetoric. We want Sen. Clinton! It's not too late. We already have buyer's remorse and luckily we can do something about it now!

so now im supposed to feel bad for the guy because he is an African American.

essentially he wants affirmative action for the presidency – he wants people to feel bad for him

OBAMA IS NOT FIT TO BE PRESIDENT!

Which of Obama's "truths" do we believe? The one last week where he said he was never present and never heard his pastor's inflammatory remarks or the one today where he said: "Did I ever hear him make remarks that could be considered controversial while I sat in church? Yes…."

FL Dem

Another speech

ACTIONS (sitting in a racist hate-filled church and then denying that you ever heard the controversial speeches) speak LOUDER than YOUR WORDS

Obama is not viable. Period.

Sir, my Constitution is not "stained"!!!!! How dare you???

well delivered speech Sen Obama.

I do belive this is what we ask for in a presendient someone whoe look at us as a hole. This is change. This is what make our country home of the free and the land of the brave. I do belive we can get past racism as long as white and black can come together and understand our problems are not a race problem but a nation problem. I will vote for Obamma Now

Obamma 08 ( UNITE OUR COUNTRY U HAVE THAT IT ABOUT U .

After this speach, I think we just met or next president!

Obama 08

I no longer believe anything this man says. Things he said in his speech contradicted what he said in interviews.

You can't choose your grandmother, but you can choose your pastor.

Wright also ranted about Hiroshima and compared it to 9/11.
My father died in the Pacific during WW2. I had more of a problem with that statement than any other. I am a democrat, but I could never in good faith vote for Obama

This is history. May God bless this country and Barack Obama!

Straight from the heart!! We support you Barrack you are the least racist of all the canidates.
OBAMA 08

The speech was brilliant. This is the first election that I have been able to hear the same morality that I feel in a Presidential candidate.

We need to listen more to what he says and not the rhetoric that others say. Anyone can put words into someone's mouth or change the context. But when you hear what he feels from his own mouth, it makes you remember that he will make a fantastic president.

This forward thinking and fairness towards everyone is just what our country needs.

Wake up people. I don't care if we are in a recession or depression. Nominating Obama to stand next to McCain is political suicide. Here we have a spiritual mentor saying "God D America" next to a POW hero for God's sake. What are you Obamabots thinking? His "judgement" argument is null and void against a 71 year old folks.

And one more thing. Kerry got close because of anti-Bush voters. People do not hate McCain like they hate Bush.

Yes We Can!

Where was the Apology?

Obama didn't win back my vote!

I watched his speech….he proved why I support him for President. It's time to turn the page on what keeps us apart and come together. Black, white, asian, latino, and native american…we all have the same concerns and problems…none is greater than the other. But working together we can begin to slove our problems.

"We can move beyond some of our racial wounds – yes we can". I think that Obama made a good speach. However I had a feeling that he implicitly (without ever expressing so clearly) presented an unspoken "threat" – if you don´t vote for me (being a black candidate) it will not be possible to change. If so – that would be racism.

You are Correct Barack , That was the Best Speech ever .

Obama 08 !

a beautiful speech,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,

Just more song and dance ………

I feel the issue is over now let's move on and stop allowing the GOP to stop our focus.

It's time to move beyond RACE!!!

Same ole, same ole!!!!!!Great speech as usual, but they're just words. Rev. Wright, just words. Too late because the seed has been planted.

This speech clearly lays our fears, anger, and resentment on the issue of race. This is historic and i'm glad to have witnessed it.

OBAMA on a new level.

OBAMA 2.0

You are a true leader…great speech and thanks for tackling the racial issue head on…

In this new generation: a birth of a genius in American political sphere.
A master-piece with insight into the future of this nation to bridge the past and future at the same time bring the much needed healing for unity.You got my vote.
Obama 08

THE BEST SPEECH EVER GIVEN…PERIOD!

WELL DONE MR. PRESIDENT!!

Thank you Obama for addressing the elephant in the room. That took courage. Unlike the the desparate Clintons who constantly flame the fires of hate and fear.

This speech seemed very racial to be. I believe Obama has been using the race card throughout has campaign

What is Hillary hiding? We demand the answers!

Just Words Obama? Is that what they were, Just words? To late! You only are speaking out because you look bad. Just like every other person you say you are not!! You showed us who you really are Obama.

This speach put everyone on notice. He challenged us all to take a good look inside and be bold enough to move to somthing better.

Sen. Obama's speech was absolutely tremendous.

Starting with CNN we can move beyond this. Statements like "Clinton's widest gains in the state are among white voters, who now back her over Obama by a margin of 28 points." have no place in 2008 politics.

Yes we can!

The United States may never have the oppurtunity to elect a person like Obama again.

Mr. Obama is a liar and a hypocrite. Bye, bye, Mr. Obama

Dealing with issues head-on.

How refreshing for a politician, eh Hillary fans?

HE NAILED IT. HE DID NOT TAKE THE EASY WAY OUT.

WE NEED TO MOVE ON. I'M SURE THE MEDIA WON'T

Brilliant speech – "PRESIDENT OBAMA"!

Obama confirmed in his speech that the change he seeks is change in black America, not all of America. That scares me!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Mr. President B A R A C K O B A M A

Great Speech…I was personally moved by senator Obama's words.

He looked so Presidential on the podium.

Fantastic speech. Obama is right. In order for our country to rise above our current position, we must ALL work together to be a sum greater than its parts. Let's get together!!! Obama inspires me Hillary doesn't.

Quote: "Not once in my conversations with him (Wright) have I heard him talk about any ethnic group in derogatory terms, or treat whites with whom he interacted with anything but courtesy and respect. "

I am speechless after hearing this. What a LIAR…

I don't buy it. As an African American I’m appalled by the remarks Obama has allowed his two, young, easy to influence children to. This would have been a moving speech if he would have made it BEFORE the news broke.

All you got to do is listen to him and u know that he does not agree with the rev. HE still has my vote

B A R A C K O B A M A

!now that was a speech vote obama

The greatest challenge of our time is terrorism. And no, we cannot fight that when divided and in retreat..

To Little To late Obama. You lied on TV and said you were never at Church when he spoke, now today you say you were? Im confused??

Did every Catholic leave the church when pedophile priests and Bishops were uncovered? No. Some did, but some stayed on to practice their faith and try to restore their church's image. Why would we expect otherwise from someone in politics?

I find it interesting that the Clinton campaign is steering clear of this issue when they started it in the first place.

Let's focus on the essential: Obama admits being there whe his pastor said those things, and he has NOT disavowed his hate-monging pastor.

Period.

Sorry Barack… you've lost my vote.

So now Obama has acknowledged that he WAS in church when his pastor made those hateful comments, contracting his denials he made this past weekend. So now we know – he's a hypocrite, a liar, and a political opportunist.

Amazing speech. Lets move beyond, and talk about the issues.