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Yeah this seals the deal for Obama. Who cares!

FINALLY a top Democrat weighs in...the infighting will kill the Dems in November if they don't pick a nominee soon. The primary process was good for Democrats when they didn't know what they were getting from Obama, but it's gone on long enough, evidenced by regressive negative attacks and a shift away from the issues. Wake up Dems, you're about to go down a path of no return. Get your party together or else you will lose the White House AGAIN. I applaude Richardson for making a notably tough decision, and the other Supers should follow his lead.

John Edwards is next.

A good day for Barack, Bill Richardson brings a great deal of experience to help with the Hispanic issues that the Clintons have exploited and harmed Barack in this election. Bill Richardson is a honorable and very capable man that I would love to see on the ticket either as V.P. or Sec. Of State.

To bad, I guess his judgement is flawed as well.

Thank-You Gov. Richardson! For having the courage to say Obama "understands clearly that only by bringing people together, only by bridging our differences can we all succeed together as Americans."

Thank you Governor Richardson! You are a man of great judgement & integrity as well!

It's about time that some of these on the fence superdelegates realize that Obama is the only one that can truly UNIFY the majority of the Country and address the real issues that are impacting American lives!!

Way to go BR!!

I think the tide is slowing shifting back into Hillary's favor, according to many most recent polls. Perhaps Gov. Richardson's endorsement of Obama is too late. Why did he wait so long?

Can we ask, was there a VP deal made??????

WOWWWWWWWW....This is AWESOME for OBAMA!!!!! GO OBAMA!!!!!!!!!! Now, maybe the race obsessed CNN can report on more then Rev. Wright!

DOES IT REALLY MATTER?

WHOOO HOOOO!!!!! YES WE CAN!!!! I BEG you Hillary people...PLEASE stop the hate and support Barack Obama. If you REALLY care about the Democratic party and having a Democrat President this election...PLEASE stop the divisivness...together we stand.....

Richardson had the right to endorse any one he pleased, I am sure he' ll get some thing out of it, loyalty breeds loyalty. Obama may get the nomination, but he will never be President, to many flaws. Just like the flaws Obama found in his 1996 bid for the Illinois legislature. He had Thomas Johnson challenge the nomination petitions of four other candidates in order to knock out off all the others Democratic candidates. He won that seat unopposed. (Chicago Tribune).

thank you so much God bless you

Hopefully, other superdelegates will follow and endorse Senator Obama! This is history in the making!

OBAMA 2008!!!!

As someone who does not believe illegal immigrants should get a free ride, I'm concerned about Richardson. I'm voting for Obama, but I disagree with him on licenses for illegal immigrants.

Richardson is an opportunist and if he has any power he will tear down every barrier, and have open borders. I don't trust him.

I FILL SORRY FOR BILL
HIS STATE VOTED FOR HILLARY
DOES THAT MEAN THE PEOPLE OF NEW MEXICO DONT COUNT?

GO HILLARY '08

Way to go Richardon. The timing is right. The reasons are obvious.

Obama 2008!

Another episode of democratic party drama. I remember CNN first debate Richardson was saying he may get VP post from Hillary!!!! . Why didn’t Richardson endorse him Before 02-05-08.and he was keep on saying endorsement wont help !!!!!!

Looking forward to the ticket after the convention

This should signal Gore, Edwards and the rest of the Super Delegates, that it is time to rally around the our presumptive nominee. Hillary, read the writing on the wall and do what's right for the party.

Drop out now!

Obama 08

I am very pleased to hear of the endorsement. I hope Edwards will endorse Obama soon as well!

Bill Richardson, you did the right thing; even though, it seems it is coming a little bit late, but it is a wise choice. I commended you for this.
Bill Richardson is a great man he doesn't own Clintons anything like other Hispanics think they do. He knows the problem, future, and solutions of this country home and abroad.
We know that you will be a good president soon..
God bless Gov.

This is great news!

Obama 08!

Would he make a great running mate, or what?

This may be the beginning of the unification. Three or four more on this level will seal the deal.

Thank you sir, this feels like a sigh of relief.

Great news!!! It will be interesting to see how the Clinton backers will spin this one!

I disagree with Gov. Richardson.

I think Richardson is afraid the VP offer will go to Edwards. Plain and simple. This man is an opportunist and wants to sneak into the White House through the political backdoor, while others are working very hard to combat Clinton, McCain, and Bush.

Where was he earlier, Oh, hiding in Clintons' shadow.

Obama 08

OH MY ! Time for hillary to start crying again .

Bill Richardson, you did the right thing; even though, it seems it is coming a little bit late, but it is a wise choice. I commended you for this.
Bill Richardson is a great man he doesn't own Clintons anything like other Hispanics think they do. He knows the problem, future, and solutions of this country home and abroad.
We know that you will be a good president soon..
God bless Gov.

I thought Richardson had more integrity than that.

Thanks to Governor Richardson! I see this as a very meaningful endorsement, and think it would be nice to see him on the ticket with Barack.

OBAMA '08

And the truth emerges!

omg!!!! our world will be in trouble if he gets the nomination.....GO HILLARY

As a Latino Richardson holds less clout in the community. It will all come down to Michigan and Flordida revoting and if they are not allowed to do so, do not expect Democrats there to just forget what happened in the primary.

Either allow a revote or lose the White House in November, it's as simple as that.

I guess Bill R. didn't think a woman president would be historic? Puh – lease , talk about speaking in codes ... no matter, Obama (and his surrogates) can't seem to take their feet out of their mouths re: the Wright/race thing ... at this point, its just going more harm than good (looking to November), in my view.

Wish it was before Texas, Nevada and California but ok...better late than never.

Richardson is a fine man.... and so is Senator Obama.... but in the context of heading the white house, unfortunately both of them, at least of this moment, are not qualified.

OBAMA 08!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! YES

It is further important because of his influence on Latinos, especially in PUERTO RICO and in FLORIDA (should the be a re-vote there, even conidering that hi influence on the"caribbean" is less than on the
"Mexicans" !

Will EDWARDS now follow up ??

ALBO

The Obama people are arguing that superdelegates should go the way the people in their state go. They should either not accept this endorsement, or shut up and let the independebt superdelegates vote their conscience. They cannot eat their cake and have it too.

Who NEEDS him?

Obama 08

This is HUGE!

Bienvenido, Senor Richardson.

We Hispanics don't support Bill Richardson, so this attempt from Obama to get the Hispanic vote will not help at all. Sorry.
Vote for Hillary!

I think Richardson is a coward, and an opportunist. He just wants to be the VP and skate into the White House after Barack has been courageously taking blows by the Clinton machine, and others. If Barack wins the nomination he has won on his own merit, and doesn't need Richardson's support.

No VP for Richardson.

Obama 08

I am a Latino and a U.S. Citizen who has lived in the U.S. since I was 8 years old. I am 30 now and I cast the first vote in my life for Obama. I registered to vote because of Obama. I'm sure you can put me into a demographic pie chart that says young voters are for Obama and young Latinos are more likely to vote for Obama.

But my decision to vote Obama has nothing to do with my race, my religion, my income, or my age.

Initially I was going to vote for Clinton. But I watched ALL the debates, I heard all that every candidate had to say. Republican & Democrat. I can tell you the position that each candidate has on almost any issue. I looked up information about some candidates. I watched how each candidate conducted themselves during this election.

Obama is by far the best candidate (Republican or Democrat). Not because of his race, his age, or his religion.

Because he will not only do what is right for America; he will do it with Honor and Dignity.

I truly agree with richardson, Obama could be a historical leader if elected President. I believe he is the only one that can really make a change in America. His speech, which was a very difficult one to make, shows that he is not afraid to do the unthinkable, talk of race and the problems with race, religion and the reason he chose to stay at his church.. Not only does he show his courage in addressing this issue, but can you imagine this man bringing together leaders of the world, and making real change. We may not agree with everything he says, or does, but he is not afraid to mention mistakes he has made. (That is something the other candidate has yet to do. ) Richardson's endorsement shows that he selected the best candidate to make change, even after he has been friends of the Clintons for a long time.

Appalling! I've lost all respect for Bill Richardson.

Thank you Governor Richardson - you have now led the country to search its heart, mind and soul for what is best to unify and heal our United States.

This, sir, differentiates you as a statesman, and now a calculating politican seeking to garner advantage or position – as under the "old political thinking" of yesteryear.

Let's call for the media as well to focus only on the real issues confronting this nation – economy, the war in Iraq, rebuilding U.S. infrastructure and education - and truly make this great country respected once again around the world, and at home.

Governor Richardson – give Mr. Edwards and Mr. Gore a call as well. Have them stand and be counted now, not after the Pennsylvania primaries or during the pre-convention period. Have them join the ranks of "statesmen" – such as yourself.

i feel obama will futher divide this country. his race speech did not clear up anything for me. he was just a man trying to save face and win an election. he would not have spoken on the issue if he was not backed up against the wall. he had to say something, and it was not impressive to me. i have had enough with obama. let's please move on to better issue.

Obama's speech was well written and extremely well delivered, HOWEVER, when interviewed about his speech and without his teleprompters-His point was, his grandmother was a "typical white woman" . Wright's speeches from the pulprit were not just racist, they were anti-American. Obama's speech should have included something about patriotism and pride to be living in free America.

To late, Obama's done in for. Superdelegates will now give this to Hillary no matter what and it will be the end of the Dem party as we know it. GOODBYE

Good for him.

Now I know why Hillary did not go negative with this as she did with everything else.

Maybe it's time for a third party under Obama and let the Clintons continue to destroy the Democratic party by them selves.

This has to be somewhat of a blow to the Clinton Campaign as I thought they had Richardson in their back pockets. I'm happy for the Obama Campaign.

Get on board people, the time is now!!! If not now when? When we we ever get past all the things that divide us? Forget about the Jeremiah Wright thing-that's just something to distract us from the real issues........the economy, the war in Iraq and Afghanistan, our security, education, health care. We need someone who is going to help us pull out of this rut that we're in and I truly believe that Obama is the one to help us get back on track.

Gotta love Governer Richardson for seeing that Obama is about change and sticking to the issues.

God Bless America,

Let us all work together,

Bill and Hillary, are two great american. However, they are not entiltled to a third terrm. When they have legal trouble still following them.

Not Again

Welcome aboard Gov. Richardson!
Obama/Richardson '08

This is Important, because it shows that Richardson, who before endorsing clearly was waiting to see who will be the potential winner. It shows that he is not concerned regarding OBAMAS perspectives because of the Preacher's scandal.

Albo

I think Richardson is an opportunist and I really don't appreciate his endorsement at the last minute. Obama is winning inspite of Richardson, and doesn't need his endorsement. I would hate for Barack to off the VP to a man, whom I consider milktoast. He should have supported Obama during the Texas election and New Mexico.

This is not a good endorsement as far as I'm concerned.

this is great..but there are few hispanics in the remaining contests. This might not be too helpful

Congratulations to Senator Obama! Bill Richardson made a great decision by supporting Senator Obama! I'm in complete agreement with the characterization that Governor Richardson made of Sen. Obama. There isn't a doubt in my mind that Senator Obama is a truly gifted orator and he can lead America and unite Americans to build change in the US and around the world. Senator Obama's speech was brilliant and when I have read or heard his previous speeches I have been truly inspired. Stand up America and vote for Senator Obama- please don't miss this chance!

I wish the Clinton's would stop trying to ruin this party and bow out graciosly. They have lost somuch respect at this point I don't know if Hilliary will recover this politically!

Obama, on philly radio yesterday morning, referred to "typical white people" during a botched anecdote. Where's that story, CNN? This guy, when not reading something prepared for him, casually drops racially insensitive remarks.

Any help is appreciated.

It isn't even about winning Pennsylvania now, it is about keeping every delegate possible away from Clinton.

She can't win anyway now, but if she doesn't win by landslides maybe she will finally drop out instead of trying to convince Superdelegates to appoint the candidate in second place the nomination.

considering the timing of this, when his endorsement might have given Mr.Obama a victory in Texas???
It's about as meaningful as Mr.Richardson's bid for the democratic nomination.......and i think it shows poor judgment. he's joined the right guy for that!!

Who cares? I won't vote for Obama no matter who endorses him. He is a phony! Guess I'm just another "typical white person" like his grandmother.

As a Hillary supporter, I really wanted Richardson to endorse Hillary and don't know why he endorsed Obama.

so if he wanted Obama to win, why didn't he indorse before super tuesday II, in which case Obama would have won Texas and this race would be over.

A DIFFERENT POINT OF VIEW – Ms. Ferraro is not a stupid woman...just as hillary clinton is not a stupid woman...the reason these women...rather these politicians say the things that they do is very simple...ITS TO CAUSE DISTRACTION AND TO CREATE ANGER among their opponents in a blatent attempt at getting a negative reaction from them...in this case with Mr. Obama. Unfortunately for them, Mr. Obama is far above these pathetic little child-like old school politicians who are so far removed from their own humanity that they expose themselves by nature for what they really are...in other words, let them spew their tired old rehtoric, becase the more they try to play the only game they know, the more pathetic and scared they truly appear...Mr. Obama scares them because he is willing and capable of doing something that these other men and women cannot or will not do....that is simply ANSWERING A QUESTION WITH A YES OR NO!

The time has come to unify the party and I think that Bill Richardson has made an important step today. It is time to stop the entertainment, the lies, the rumors, sound bites and inaccurate and false information by the media inluding CNN and focus on the race for the White House. We need to win in November and defeat the Bush/ Mc Cain leadership.

I used to think Richardson might make a good VP, not any more if that is his choice. We all make choices. Obama to listen to his preacher preach anger and resentment and racism, his choice. Richardsons choice to follow someone who believes the blacks are treated unfairly. I've seen too many blacks who are lawyers, doctors, judges teachers and politicians to believe that the WHITES are keeping them slaves. Get real. What do all of these people have black paint on their faces?? People make choices and the blacks have as many as and sometimes more choices than the whites as far as grants and jobs go. Slavery was way too long ago for anyone living now to have been one. If you take your mind out of the slavery attitude, you might actually get ahead. Just think of yourself as a person, not a black person, but a person who has a dream to be a doctor, lawyer, or someone like Oprah.

Gov. Bill Richardson is a smart man!!!

Obama 08

Bill Richardson just lost all credibility.

Wonderful news. It shows that Gov Richardson truly has integrity to support the candidate that will be best for this country instead of being a crony for the Clintons due to Bill's appointments of Richardson in the past.

I hope other superdels follow and force the bleeding of the party to stop and get on with the business of returning a democrat and a large congressional majority to Washington DC in 2009

Obama is the President-in-Waiting! He has the best qualities to bring people together. Being a former Clinton supporter, I have eventually found the right person in Obama. Thank you, Bill Richardson, for the endorsement.

Thank you Bill ... you are a distinguished American and a valued ally!

So what??? We knew this all along based on what Bill Richardson has been saying lately. He wants to bring the party together.

I think it is unfair for a bunch of guys to tell Hillary that she should stop running in the primary. This is a 50 State contest (52 if you include Guam and Puerto Rico).

We do not tell other countries to stop their elections in mid-stream when one person appears to be in the lead. You never know what might happen. I know several people who wish they could take their votes back from Obama after hearing that he is a racist. My parents always told me that we are known by the company we keep.

If all of those white people in previous states had known what we know about Obama today, I doubt he would have won some of those states.

Hillary keep going until the end.

Richardson is blinded by the Obama 'light.' Nowhere in his speech did Obama even acknowledge any race other than black or white. He doesn't preach change for all, he's only watching out for his own. Other minorities aren't even worthy of a mention – forget him. I will no longer support a man who is showing his true colors. Shame on you Richardson for not being able to hear what was said.

A good political calculated move to win at any cost.

Now there is a dream ticket to consider.

Imagine if this country had true leadership; strength, character, unity, diplomacy and vision.

Obama-Richardson 08!

I am neither for Clinton nor Obama, however Bill Richardson has proved to be a real hypocrite! A few months ago, he was on CNN convincingly arguing that superdelegates should support the choice of their constituencies!! Last time I checked, HILLARY CLINTON won the New Mexico Democratic primary, and yet he has chosen to go against the choice of the people of New Mexico. Very disappointing, sir.

I used to respect Bill Richardson. Now he aligns himself with a man who aligns himself with a racist, anti – american pastor. Does Mr. Richardson really want the world to see the spectacle of a President who dismisses his own grandmother as a "typical white person" in that she is afraid of black people and has as his "spiritual advisor" a man who screams "G.D. the U.S." ? Thank God the majority of voters in this country seem to have more sense.

There is no loyalty in politicians. I look down him.

Richardson would make an excellent VP. He has foreign policy experience, he used to be a governor, he'll help with the Hispanic vote, and he doesn't have the overblown ego or baggage as Hillary.

Too bad for the Clintons that their BFF Richardson jumped ship...

Bill Richardson waited until now to endorse Obama because he was waiting to analyse which of the two candidates (Clinton or Obama) appear to be edging closer to being selected as the Democratic nominee for President. DONE LIKE A TRUE POLITICIAN, BILL! You wouldn't want to endorse someone who might not be nominated because then you might not have a chance to further your own political career. As a New Mexican voter who has supported and voted for you throughout your career, I am truely disappointed in you and will make my voice heard the next time you run for anything.

The Black Panthers endorsed Obama too this week on his web site but I did not see that reported on CNN, Fox did report it and Obama's campaign took it down
The endorsement of the Tainted womanizer Richardson won't matter but the endorsement of John Murtha of Hillary will matter and I did not hear much about that either.
Richardson threw Hillary under the bus in Iowa too by funneling his votes of 9% to Obama, so why is this a surprise. Bill Clinton really jump started Richardson into prominent government positions and yes this is real Character and appreciation from Richardson. Texas and NM have already voted so I don't see this hurting Hillary or helping
Obama. Although John Edwards did not endorse last night on Leno he made the statement that Hillary was tough and experienced so that leads me to believe he is for her.

Mr. Richardson
I also 'understand clearly that only by bringing people together, only by bridging our differences can we all succeed together as Americans.'
Barak has shown very little of these qualities over the last couple of weeks.

How can Obama claim to be the voice of change and reconciliation, when he supports such a bigot (Wright), whom spouts such incite-full rubbish, that is unhelpful and counterproductive in helping the young African-American Community gain empowerment to help them reach there full potential in America. Granted things are by no means equal for a lot of communities, but to spread this anti America resentment, does a lot to encourage the diminishment of personal responsibility for an individuals advancement. America does have a long way to go before women gays and racial minorities are afforded an equal footing with the white heterosexual male... but this kind of talk is not going to get you there.

There are still some very important questions to be answered by Barak.
1) Why did he invest twenty years of sundays listening to this pastor if he doesn't agree with him?
2) Why did he make the pastor a central influential figure of his campaign if he doesn't agree with him?
3) Why did he lie about it when pressed by the press on the issue?
4) Why did he chose to do a speech and turn this (yet again) into a racial issue, when it's purely a judgement issue?
5)Why did he negate to address any of the first three questions in his speech?

I think a lot of folks feel a bit let down by Obama.
...and now with Richardson too.

I don't think Richardson has enough hispanic support other than NM to effect Hillary.....

I was wondering what was the remaining money in the bank account of the two campaign after the Texas and Ohio very expensive primaries. here is the answer from AP:

Both Democrats ended up with more than $30 million in the bank, but Clinton can't use two-thirds of her cash on hand because it's only for the general election. That and her debt left her with less than $3 million in the black. The debt doesn't include the $5 million she lent her campaign in January.

Very bad for Hillary !!!

Way to go Bill!This is huge.Hillary is DONE!
Where is Edwards????
If he endorses Obama – race would be officially over.

Thank you Gov. Richardson for having courage. I hope more follow your lead and put this "anything to win" attitude to bed. So that we can get on with the issues and HOPEfully put our country back together.

Obama 08'

SI SE PUEDE!!! The fight for change continues. Its not always easy to get there but we will push through.

OBAMA 2008

I've always liked Bill Richardson - This is Great News!

Thank you Mr. Richardson for your very important endorsement. I too agree with all that you stated about Mr. Obama! I trust his judgement, honesty, integrity! These are qualities that we are not familiar with when it comes to our current and former presidents. What a well-welcomed change that is long over-do!

Amen.

Hopefully this will give Obama the Hispanic vote in Pennsylvania, which will offset some of the 48 to 65 year old clueless white women that Hillary is feeding lies to out of her back pocket.

Thanks Gov. Richardson!!!!!!

Obama 08

And there is a true American hero – endorsing Obama in this political climate.

Way to go, Bill.

Go Obama 08.

I knew Richardson would endorse Obama. I was kind of hoping it would happen sooner...

Welcome onboard Vice President Richardson.

jump on that runaway bandwagon Bill.

An Obama-Richardson ticket would be an unstoppable force.

It won't affect my vote. This hispanic will still support Senator Clinton.

I don't go with cadidates simply becuase another person in my race endorses that candidate.

This must be a blow to Hillary and Bill , maybe they will see the negatives to the type of Kitchen sink crap tthey been putting out lately.I still thnk that negative campaining is only meant for those who can not think for them selfs it does very little to sway a informed public.

Bill Richardson for Vice President!

Bill Richardson is SO out of touch-he really believes that by endorsing Obama he can bring the Hispanic vote over to him.He couldn't do it when he was a candidate with a Hispanic heritage.He's doing it to have the Obama team pay off his campaign debt.What a loser!!

Richardson recognizes the significance of this moment in American history, and has decided to embrace it.

I could have bet money on this without batting an eye-lash; Bill Richardson always struck me astute. Well done!

OBAMA '08!

This is very good news!!! Let the superdelegates have a primary to end this never ending story.

It looks like the fix is on, great job by the media for exausting this minister issue before the general election. Perfect timing by Richardson. You'll see Edwards come out after NC and Gore come out before the convention.

OBAMA 08

How much did the Obama campaign have to pay Bill Richardson for his endorsement?

Finally!!!!

OBAMA/RICHARDSON 08!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! This, my friends, is a REAL dream team!!! If he picks Richardson as his running mate, that takes care of the Foreign Policy experience claim the GOP likes to throw out there!!

Good call Richardson.

I cannot understand why Bill Richardson is endorsing Obama when the majority of Democrats voted for Clinton in their primary. The Obama camp keeps reminding us that super delegates should vote the will of the people they represent. By the Obama campaign releasing this endorsement, they continue to contradict themselves.

Now John Edwards needs to endorse him, too

There went my respect for Gov. Bill Richardson!

I am so pleased Obama has received this endorsement. He deserves it. He has the best interests of all people at heart and that is not something I could every say about Hillary Clinton.

GO OBAMA!!!

I knew he was a smart Man.

Thank you Gov. Richardson, and God bless you Sen. Obama! Together we can take this nation back from the fear and divisiveness that have paralyzed us over the past seven years!

Yes we can! Now more than ever!

OBAMA '08!!!

Obama is fighting to deny rather than defend the right of all Americans to participate in an election. Does he really think we will support him in a general election if he uses his political power to silence our voice in the primary?

I definately believe Obama is the only real positive choice America has to bring the country forward and away from the devisive politics from the past, but it is being reported that this picture was released by the Obama camp to show the Clinton camp's hypocrisy. I hate to see the Obama camp sink to the petty ways of the Clintons and hope that his camp doesn't sink to their dirty, petty tactics.

I really don't get why everyone is so affected by a speech that seems to me was motivated by political expediency. Obama never tackled racism before....what a smooth politician..too bad everyone is blindly lapping it up...

Whoever in the world didn't think he would jump aboard, he was a loser so he wanted to allign with what he thought was a winner "SO WHAT" The Clintons are his friends but with friends like this you don't need any enemies. The Clintons can take a lickin and keep on tickin!!!!!!!! Good job Billy you turncoat!

He can have him..

My vote stays with the competent and capable, Hillary Clinton!

Richardson: "Obama a once in a lifetime leader."
Si se puede.

Obama 08

Thank you Gov. Richardson. It's time for the DNC and other so called leaders in the Democratic party to step up and wrap up this primary so that we can unite our party and prepare Obama to be the next president of this great country.

The writing is on the wall.

Good endorsement for Obama. Doesn't mean anything. Richardson should have stayed neutral, but he is a politician, and he needs a job. He figures Obama will win and so he is positioning himself. Look for Edwards to do the same.

Calling Mr. Edwards....time to throw your hat in too and pick a side.

Another brainless politician. What's wrong with this guy? Has he been paying attention to the news? Doesn't he realize Obama is another crooked politician that will only do more harm to this country.

Thank you Richardson, for having courage to follow your convictions. Its great news for an Obama camp that's been fighting two fronts, both from the Republicans (Right wing talk and Hillary's new found Red State support).

Go Obama!

thank you, Richardson.

Richardson is looking for that VP slot, Obama needs that latino vote

Who is Bill Richardson again? It's been so long since he's been relevant to this nomination that I forgot.

Yeah! Smart man.

Yeah Bill took the fences down and looked the other way. And Hillary will do the same.

I thought superdelegates were being told to vote as their state votes.
I think Bill Richardson is doing this so that he can be on the ticket.
I will vote McCain.
I hope Latinos show Richardson how spineless he is with this endorsement.

i think MA and nevada have taught america that endorsements do not matter. even still, i must say i am surprised – i always thought richardson would endorse clinton or remain neutral.

I have mixed feelings about this. I have lost faith in Obama and do not feel that richardsons vote can change my mind.

Barrak is a once in a life time opportunity for us to make things right. With either Clinton or McCain, we will just be extending the current rut that started back in 1988. I am not sure America can afford another 4 years of that.

Great news... Welcome to a real USA

This is great. Now the others need to follow suit. Hopefully the rest of the superdelegates will decide in Obama's favor soon so that this nomination can get wrapped up.

Now it's time for Pelosi, Kerry & Edwards to do the same and put an end to this campaign of slime that the Clintons are embarking on. They will stop at nothing to win this election and they will destroy anyone who gets in their way. My what short memories we have – I may be aging, but my mind is sharp enough to remember the deals the Clintons made that did more for them and their cronies than fro the country. Hillary has way too much baggage to ever win the General Election.

Was he offered VP?

Brace yourself, Bill. Here come the "traitor" remarks.

Huge endorsement! Richarsdson is the highest ranking hispanic democratic political figure in this country. I guess the recent hate on Obama has not derailed his campaign. Nice try folks.

Thank you Bill at least you are smart enough to understand support the good as America you rise above all this as one people.God Bless America.

Talk about going against the will of the people. Way to go Richardson! There will be a super delegate fight at the convention because as we see now HRC won Nevada and MA. Does this mean that Kerry & Kennedy will do what Richardson has done – support a liar and racist candidate.

"Typical white woman." America how can we have a President like that!!!!

Please! God save America, & God help Hillary.

This mean United we Stand and Divided we fall. Thank you for seeing the future of America Gov Bill Richardson, I can understand that it’s though decision but I know that it’s not about Clinton; I believe your decision is base on the future of this country for new direction.

Go Obama!!!! I knew Bill would eventually endorse him!!! John Edwards is next !!!! John Edwards is going to be his VP!!!!!

Great news...Bill Richardson was one of the few that had REAL experience: executive, domestic politics, and foreign policy!

Way to go-After all the chaos linked to Obama over his pastor, I am excited to know that there some people who think for themselves and do not get misled by "solutions" with no proof. You do not get experience on foreign policy by just getting in the plane and visiting other countries. It takes more than that. Obama 08.

Gov. Bill Richardson is a man of reason, of wisdom and really cares. He is a decent man and patriotic. He put above the nations interest than his mine, worth of praise. I salute and admire you sir.

Positioning yourself as a VP nominee, Richard?

Too bad, you didn't do it early enough when Hispanic votes were critical in Texas.

Bill Richardson is or was a personal friend, confidant and member of Bill Clinton's administration. For him to endorse Obama over Hillary is a monumental event! He's as afraid of what might happen giving power to the wrong person as anyone. Say goodbye Hillary!!!

Thank you, Bill Richardson, for resisting political pressure from the Clinton machine in making your decision.

Thank you Governor Richardson for leading at this time when the Democratic party is in desperate need of true leaders. I do caution you to watch out for all the hate which will come your way from supporters of your friends the Clintons.

This is a beautiful and meaningful thing in the midst of so much political ugliness.

this endorsement is about political gain.......or perhaps this will be sen obamas running mate....

Too little too late!

Once again Hillary has last another longtime friend as a delegate for her side.

This speaks huge volumes about Hillary in her inability to keep long time friends from moving over to the Obama side with their delegate votes. They choose a TRUE leader for our country over a friend any day.

By the way, CNN. How come you didn't report what Obama said yesterday when he was trying to explain the race issue. When he was trying to explain his grandmother's feelings, he say that it was typical of white people. Now seriously, CNN – don't you think that's racist because I do. I wonder what he thinks of Hispanics behind closed doors.

What a great endorsement...Hang in there Obama...You will beat her yet.

Hallelujah!

Great news! Hopefully the other "Supers" will follow his lead.

Go Obama 2008!

after a long week of dirty politic this endorsement should lift Obama spirit. governor Richardson is a very smart man. the rest of these superdelegates needs to do the same before the Clintons destroy the democratic party.

You can take me literally, but Bill RIchardson endorsing Obama shows how everyone (United States of America) can relate to the ups and downs Obama has been through lately. Tell me if this is not the turning point of the situation.

Obama/Richardson would be a great ticket.

I the truth be known , I think that Obama would prefer a Richardson / Obama ticket to a Clinton / Obama ticket.

Richardson and Obama are that compatible.

Your a good man Richardson!

Another presidential material with vast experience in foreign policy advising America on the need for senator Obama to lead the US.Wise choice.

Good. If you really want to know the truth, people do not care about the endorsements because they look at it as an opportunistic motive. I don't care who supports the candidates, it matters who I support.

I am truly disappointed in Richardson, –after listening to Mr Obama, I can not support him. If he wins the dem primary, I will have to vote republican.

it is all about political positioning.

When did the Democratic party stop fighting for the civl liberties of all Americans and start promoting socialism? Change is right, Hope...I'm not so sure. Wake up Democrats. One politician controlling the government can't fix all of your problems. Why not endorse the idea of civic duty and self responsibility in place of a welfare state? I guess everyone wants Santa Claus for president because he will give you whatever you ask. Well, here he is.

Wasn't this a Dave Chapelle joke?

Wonderful! Thanks Gov. Richardson. The Obama campaign could use some positive coverage about right now.

Obama '08

Here is another sign.... all u americans should wake up and follow obama's lead....I used to think the americans know what time is it but i am so suprise that most dont know the sign of the time.....Obama being the president will heal not just americans but the whole world because i am a nigerian and i am already getting the positive things to come... God bless obama

Way to go, Bill!

Thank you, Bill!!!!! Please talk some sense into John Edwards!!!

proves that everyone's paying attention to that negative tatics,that the clinton's bin using.doing whatever it takes to win.even if it means destroying someone who is in the same party with them.and the same time damaging the party itself."enough is enough".

Please observe how many people who were in the Clinton administration or who worked with Hillary in the Senate are now endorsing Obama. Clearly, to know her is NOT to love her or to feel that she is qualified to be president. There needs to be some ability to get along with people in the government. Senator Clinton does not play well with others.

Obama will be a "historic and a great president, who can bring us the change we so desperately need by bringing us together as a nation here at home and with our allies abroad."

HILLARY LEADS IN THE POLLS!!!!!!!

YAY!!!

this is big.

Who is he?? someone that would not be in his position if it wasn’t for Bill Clinton. He just threw is friend under the train like Barack did his grandma.

I must say I am shocked. I thought the Clintons had him locked-up for sure.

Richardson would also be a great VP or Sec of State with all of his experience and his fabulous resumé.

His diplomatic skills will be needed to help rebuild our nation's standing in the world.

Obama-Retzco-Wright-John McCain.

this is welcome news!

I am thrilled, and have always respected Mr. Richardson.

What happens to the delegates he won while he was still running?

Congrats again Sen Obama! You are indeed a great leader. You have not been negatively influenced by some of Rev. Wright's messages neither have you been influenced by Washington. You are above negative influence and we can count on you to do great things for this nation.

Bill Who????

Oh, yeah...another one under his belt!! Obama 2008! Yes, we can!!!

This endorsement would helped earlier in the race, when things were more fluid. Now, I'm sorry to say it's all stagnant and this endorsement won't do much but add a name to the list of Obama's supporters.

Go Obama!!

I'm glad to see someone knows the future would be good in Sen. Obama's hand!

I knew Bill Richardson is not like John Edwards. He has the wisdom and the courage to stand up against the Clinton-Machine and to choose the right side. Thank you, Bill! Hope you´ll be Obama´s running-mate. This would be the real "dream-ticket": OBAMA/RICHARDSON 08´!

Go Barry!

OBAMA/RICHARDSON 08´!

Other superdelegates should follow Gov Richardson's example and end the nomination process now before the Democrats are torn apart. Sen. Edwards should go ahead and endorse Obama now so that OBAMA will start to unify the party. In OBAMA we TRUST!

Thank you Bill Richardson! Though I was hoping for an Edwards endorsement, this one comes right in time, and serves a great purpose.

Great News ! I hope both Campaigns and the Networks can
keep on message and put the racial issues on the back burner.

for those who loose faith in our candidate of change "Barack Obama" i have a little advice when you feel weak or undecided about your vote just stop by youtube look for the New hampshire speech and say inside yourself "yes i can"

This is big!!! He is a very high-profile Super delegate that the Clinton's were trying VERY hard to get. And this is going to really hurt Hillary's "unelectable" argument since it will no doubt boost his Latino support a bit.

Congratulations Barck Obama and thank you for your integrity and courage Governor Richardson!!

What a PUtz. I thought that "the Superdelegates should back whoever took their state" Bill. Say one thing and do another, typical behaviour of Obama and the people that endorse him.

Hillary 2008!

If this was Clinton and her pastor did the same she would have to step down.
Yet Obama gets Richardson's support.

Ok, come one Clinton backers, lets hear how he is a traitor just because he feels Obama is the best candidate. I always thought that an Obama/Richardson ticket was a dream ticket and now that may be coming into fruition.

Obama 08!

Shame on you BILL. You know he can't win general election without Hillary supporters. If he is the nominee my vote goes to McCain

THIS IS MY DREAM TICKET!!! Obama and Richardson!!!!!

the fact that obama has survived this latest barrage of "scandal" demonstrates, in the most powerful way so far, his ability to unite the country despite any attack that clinton, or mccain, can levy. he's a gifted politician, orator, and visionary that can, and i think will, be elected in the fall. we, as democrats, desperately need the groundswell of new support that he brings.

hillary=divider

This might just be the endorement that will end this mess. Hopefully Gore and Edwards will come out quickly to endore Obama as well.
The quicker we have a candidate to take on McBush the better.

Yes! Thank Gov. Richardson, you are great choice for Vice President too!

Vote Obama '08!

Stars and strips to Senator Bill Richardson. Hullary, I am sorry to say, can not win unless MANY strings of unfairness, are pulled. Hence,
now is the time for all to get on board. If we wait another month, everyone will vote for "McBush" because there may not be enough of either Obama or Hillary to run in the fall.

Richardson was my first choice so naturally Obama has my vote now!

I see that potential Vice president Richardson has finally decided who he will support and Obama is a good choice but it makes him look like a hanger on as to why he waited so long. ONCE UPON a time he looked like a pretty reasonable politician , waiting this long makes him look like JUST ANOTHER POLITICIAN.

Wow this is a great endorsement! What say Edwards and Biden?

Okay hhe gets Richardson andorsemnet but it wont get him to the white house.
Obama did opologise like what Hillay did. He is not a uniter.

There goes any respect for Bill Richardson I had.

I wonder if Obama will tell him that he needs to swing his superdelegate vote to Hillary, since she won his state. Probably not he is a hypocrite.

This is a powerful endorsement that could spell trouble for Hillary's Latino vote...

The choice to support Barack Obama by Bill Richardson is a good one. The fact that both are minorities will not be lost, nor the fact that they both are very insightful leaders that should bridge the gap that exist between all races shows a hopeful sign to a new America. I have long admired Richardson for his foreign policy expertise, and hope that the furture Obama administration can use this for a common benefit. Maybe even an OBAMA/RICHARDSON '08 ticket?

Awesome news!

Richardson is a perfect choice for Obama's camp and vice versa

Good decision. Even though he was a friend of the Clintons, was in the Clinton Cabinet, and watched the Super Bowl with Bill, he was a man of conscience and conviction and did what is best for America. He recognized we need a man who can unite not a woman who will divide. He has put his own career on the line. If Hilary wins, his career is finished. But he is taking that risk for America.

YES WE CAN and now we need more people from the DNC and leaders to stand up to the Clinton Machine for once and speak up!!!!

Finally! I have been waiting for this for some time now. Now, its just a matter of time before John Edwards ( hopefully) comes into the fold and endorses Obama. What a boost that would be.

Good decision. Even though he was a friend of Clintons, was in the Clinton Cabinet, and watched the Super Bowl with Bill, he was a man of conscience and conviction and did what is best for America. He recognized we need a man who can unite not a woman who will divide. He has put his own career on the line. If Hilary wins, his career is finished. But he is taking that risk for America.

Obama Richardson what a great ticket, I think we have a winner America. I can't wait for the next 16 years of Peace and Prosperity, Mccain and the GOP, boy you guys can't be happy about this. Finally a ticket we can belive in for the first time in American history. Yes

Thats a huge boost coming at the right time.

I would love to see Richardson or Biden as Obama's or Hillary's VP. They have the kind foreign policy experience thats needed.

Thank you, Govenor Richardson!!! I think it would be great to see an Obama / Richardson Ticket or a Obama / Pelosi Ticket.

The negativity has to stop. We have had enough of this in past elections. It isn't attractive or inspiring.

Thank you Governor Richardson.

Even with the endorsment of Richardson he will not win the Hispanic vote.

I sincerely believe that it's too late. The Democrats are so split down the middle that it will be impossible to defeat McCain.
I just don't see the majority of the voters forgetting all the hate spewed forth by both candidates. It doesn't matter which one you support.
The candidates, their supporters, and the media have taken what appeared to be an amazing opportunity for this country and destroyed it.

VP wannabe

He's gonna look silly when Hillary gets the nomination and leaves him out in the cold.

CLINTON FOR PRESIDENT!

Bill Richardson is as about as important now as Ted Kennedy's. The Blue collar workers in PA could care less about the Governor or New Mexico.

How much did Obama promise you?

This is great! Now maybe the rest of the superdelegates will get on board and allow Hillary to bow out gracefully.

Hooray Bill!! I think this is sending a strong message to the Clintons that their years of destroying our party are OVER!

Obama will "unite" the country except for Michigan and Florida.
Let's get "united" and get rid of the votes in those two states. Yes we can!
UNITY?

Obama CANNOT 'bring us together as a nation', as suggested by Gov Richardson. Obama has sharply divided us again on a racial basis, as per his speech with all the prettified words this week. Do all democrats believe everyone in USA is stupid?

GREAT!!

I wonder what the Clinton's friends know about them that they are supporting Obama?

Does this mean Richardson that you too support the teachings of Mr Wright and crew? How do you think Obama will bring this country together? With the Black Panthers leading the way? You only hope to be his VP. You made that clear a few weeks back. You knew that Clinton is way to smart to everypick you for hers!

WHO CARES? too little, too late. the shine has come off mr. obama, your silly endorsements won't make a dent at this point guys!

I bet the Obama people begged for this and whatever other ones are to come.. and perhaps promised a white house position.

I like Richardson, but i think he should have kept his mouth shut and stick to what needs to be done in NM.

Thank you, Governor Richardson!!

It's nice to see someone with the guts to be RIGHT!!!

sen. Clinton 49% Obama 42%

The will of the people versus big media

We have our own $Rich Bill$ now. Way to go Bill Richardson we look forward to seeing you on the campaign trail with Obama.

I am extremely disappointed with Richardson's choice because I really admire the man. It is clear that Obama is not uniting the country. What I think R meant to say is "Obama told me would pick me as a running mate and Hillary didn't". It takes some people longer to spot a liar.

Good for Bill Richardson!!!!!!!!!!!! It confirms that he is a good man who is interested in helping Americans even during a hard political time for Obama. Mr. Richardson is showing his strength as a man of great honor!

We were all touched by Obama's recent speech.

But as we strip away the eloquent phrases and look at what he really said:

you're all wrong

I'm right

why"

because.

If Obama wants superdelegates to refect the will of the people, then Richardson should endorse Hillary. Hillary won New mexico and has consistently won the Hispanic vote. Again, Obama is trying to have it both ways. He is a perfect politican right out of the same old playbook he claims to rail against. Shame on you Richardson. Why aren't you endorsing the candidate that won your state?

This is a big endorsement for Obama not just because he is a SD and party leader, but because Obama and Hillary had both been gunning hard for it. It is also big because Richardson "owes" more to the Clintons, yet still chose to endorse Obama.

Now, do I think this will have an effect on the upcoming primaries? No. However, I think it speaks to Obama's character...and, of course, to Richardson's chances at a VP slot ; )

I just took off my Richardson bumper sticker.

Thank you...

I remember Bill Richardson also saying that he didn't feel endorsement matter, I wonder what's in it for him

Thank you Bill Richardson!

For a candidate with your incredible foreign policy experience, for a candidate who ACTUALLY negotiated the release of two Americans from Saddam Hussein, from a candidate who actually served a true foreign policy role in the United States government, your endorsement is overwhelmingly valuable and speaks very well about Obama's judgment and ability to handle the roles of President!

Obama '08~

Time to end it Hilary. This is the true "Dream Team"

Obama/Richardson '08

And the remaining superdelegates start to see the writing on the wall and decide that it is time to put an end to Hillary's divisive campaign that would put McBush into office.

. . . .Thank you Bill Richarson.

OBAMA / Richardson 08.

Thank you Bill... You're a good man and would make a fine Vice President... And maybe even President some day....

waoooh, it is time for billary to step down .
and what is edward waiting for?
common he knows what to do, i guess he is shyyyyyyyyyy
please billary we are tired of fighting and negatives..

Yes!!! It's about time:)

Go Obama!

Thank you Bill Richardson, Thank you. You are an honest and a brave man, and perhaps a visioanary! Your choice of endorsement for 'Obama' will go a long way.

A.M. Saqib
Houston, Texas

So much for Obama stating that the super delegates should support the candidate that won their district. I suppose that is only in states he won, but in states that Clinton won all bets are off. Typical politician. Why is Obama referring to his grandmother as a typical white person not considered a racist comment?

waoooh, it is time for billary to step down .
and what is edward waiting for?
common he knows what to do, i guess he is shyyyyyyyyyy
please billary we are tired of fighting and negatives..

Is Bill Richarson on Anti depressant? he looks like.

I knew Bill Richardson would do the right thing, Edwards is looking like a scaredy cat more and more ever day! Obama'08

Yes...it's about time

Edwards will follow the suit soon. It is time to move past the racial tactics that have obstructed us from focusing on the issues that affect America.

Now John Edwards should endorse him, too.

From one loser to another. If Obama wins the nomination many Clinton suporters, including myself will vote for McCain. Anything to defeat Obama!! Obama will lose in November if he is nominated. Bill Richardson is a sickening human being who has waited until the nominee is al but chosen before endorsing anyone. Hoping for a cabinet post Bill?

I'm dancing in my heart. It's time to start healing our party. We need to have a civil conversation with Clinton supporters that is productive and positive. We need them in November. Time to Unite!!!

Bill Richardson is a traitor to his people. The Latino community supports Hillary Clinton 3 to 1.

Good for Obama. Still don't want him to be President though.

It's easy to endorse someone when they are on the rise or about to win. It takes a lot more courage to endorse someone who has gone through what Obama has had to deal with in the last week. Go Richardson.

This is huge!!!! Richardson would be the perfect person for the VP role. He has great credentials and experience. I cannot think of anyone more suited for the role. An Obama/Richardson ticket would be a true dream ticket.

Thank You Mr. Richardson, for being a true Obama Supporter through thick & thin.....

This news is HUGE!!!! Richardson has major support in the Hispanic and Latin communities. Richardson had close ties to the Clintons. Next is John Edwards. Once he endorses Obama Clinton should just drop out. There is no way she can win!

Wow! Obama needed this. More like drinking red bull after running a thousand miles...I wonder how Bill feels, after he smoked cigars and watched the super bowl with him.

Thank you Richardson that was the right choice to make now maybe all of the Superdelgates can stop watching the brawl and support our Nominee Barack Obama!

This is what I've been hoping would happen. Thanks, Gov. Richardson.

Mr. Richardson speech was good but it was late exactly 20 years and if Senator Obama was too young at that time then it should have been given when he announce his candidacy.
Did you cut the deal w/Obama to become VP as Obama does not want Hillary to be his VP.
though Hillary was candid about selecting Obama as her VP.
Don't forget whatever the position you have and People know you because of Bill Clinton.
you are nothing but opportunist.

That right...jump on board. The more the merrier!!! What a smart move Senator Richardson.

GOBAMA!!!!

Bill Richardson is a traitor. Bill Clinton made him what he is and he can't even support Hillary. What favor is he expecting from Obama? These politicians are worms and you can't depend on supposed friends. It may come back to bite a lot of these people in the butt if Hillary somehow wins. I have more respect for Edwards for keeping his mouth shut so far and waiting to endorse, the way all these other people have done.

Another endorsement that does not mean much. Not even as meaninful as Kennedy and Kerry who endorsed Senator Obama and their State was won by Senator Clinton nonetheless.

Thank you Gov. Bill Richardson!!

Obama '08

Thank you Bill Richardson. I hope that other leaders will follow suit and make their endorsements known so that we can unite the party before the general election. Richardson made the right choice.

Obama '08

I truly agree with Richardson's belief in Obama's ability to bring our country together. There is so much divisiveness, not just politically, but in all aspects of our lives. However, I do wish both candidates will stop saying they are going to withdraw all troops. There may be a significant draw down, but our presence will be there for 100 years thanks to the Bush Administration.

Go Bill. That is bold move, but a good one!

Good news. Probably the third most important Democrat endorsement still left out there, after Al Gore and John Edwards.

YAY!

Terrific news!
Even better if Obama picks Richardson as a VP !

Well, well well look who it is........Let's see what kind of spin you people put on this one

Even long term loyal friends of the Clintons cannot deny that Obama is the better Presidential Candidate than Hillary. Thanks for using your head and not loyalty to make your choice.

Richardson's touched alright, vote Obama, hand the White House to McCain.

Now here is a dream ticket Obama – Richardson!!!

It is means nothing...

i think it s an obama and richardson ticket coming to presidental race real soon