April 2, 2008
Posted: 05:00 PM ET

(CNN) – New Mexico Gov. Bill Richardson on Wednesday sharply disputed Bill Clinton's reported claim that Richardson promised to endorse Hillary Clinton's bid for the White House.

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– CNN Ticker Producer Alexander Mooney

Filed under: Bill Richardson


Grandma   April 3rd, 2008 12:27 am ET

But did Hillary Clinton really 'win' New Mexico? Seems I read articles about possible fraud–vote boxes going home w/election officials then counted the next day?

Googled 2008 Primary Fraud and found links to articles about primary fraud in several other states, too!

Kyu Reisch, Radcliff, Kentucky   April 3rd, 2008 12:20 am ET

Bill Richardson is a clown, a back stabber, betrayer and cunning guy.
Don't worry, he will realize what did he do wrong. Obama will never make nominee, because Dems know Obama will not win at General Election. Dems had twice failure, this time they will not make another mistake. They know Hillary is the only person can beat McCain easily.
Pay attention Pennsylvania 22 April Election, next Indiana, NC, WV, KY,OR. MT and SD, I can't wait. Go Hillary, you are the CHAMPION.

Tazz   April 3rd, 2008 12:14 am ET

The most troubling aspect of all this is the Clintons sense of entitlement. They will do and say whatever is necessary to get back in that White House…. scary.

Thank you Gov. Richardson for standing up for the rest of us.

Mark C   April 3rd, 2008 12:08 am ET

I would have posted sooner but I had to avoid the sniper fire. LOL!!

Leave Richardson a alone, what has he done to you? kicked your dog or cat? stole your car? slept with your spouse? No. So what if he endorsed Obama. This has nothing to with price of potatoes in China?

If you vote for McCain because you don't like the one of the other candidates then please don't stick us with that clown and his selections to the supreme court.

Shirley, Silicon Valley, CA   April 3rd, 2008 12:07 am ET

Wise choice, Bill Richardson!

Like you, we have had enough of the Clintons!

Obama is the best candidate for the US President.

Nancy from Minneapolis   April 3rd, 2008 12:02 am ET

I have lost respect for Bill Richardson due to his handling of his endorsement. Not only is he "loyalty challenged," his rationale for endorsing Obama seems immature and shallow.

Hillary TheLiar   April 3rd, 2008 12:02 am ET

Hillary sucks.

cvr924   April 3rd, 2008 12:01 am ET

Good riddens. He proved he's just another opportunist looking for his next meal ticket. He's totally Spineless……

Another media elected president amazing….

rick k   April 3rd, 2008 12:01 am ET

Maybe if Hillary won the nomination for president Monica might answer the phone asking for Bill again. Rick K

vincie   April 3rd, 2008 12:00 am ET

if hillary clinton wins the popular vote and the swing states have her beating mccain, and delegates change their minds and vote for clinton, than you would go along with the delegates voting for hillary. i think not. you obama supporters are a work of art.

Ray   April 3rd, 2008 12:00 am ET

Remember, Obama has very close relationship with his pastor, Wright. He will lose November election.

UNITER 08   April 3rd, 2008 12:00 am ET

Screw you CNN. Bunch of pussies

Genevieve Fraser   April 2nd, 2008 11:59 pm ET

The Clintons are acting like spoiled brats with big egos and a strong sense of entitlement. Bill Richardson chose to support the grown-up - Obama!

treeesq   April 2nd, 2008 11:58 pm ET

As the Arkansas Bar and the federal court in Little Rock already know, the fact that Bill Clinton is a liar is very old news.

philly_jack   April 2nd, 2008 11:57 pm ET

Mr. Richardson read my lips, YOU DID THE RIGHT THING!

nidia   April 2nd, 2008 11:54 pm ET

why do people get surprised when the Clintons lie? That's all they know.

James Bond   April 2nd, 2008 11:49 pm ET

Democrats suck!

Kimberly   April 2nd, 2008 11:49 pm ET

Hillary Or McCain 2008…No Cult Member for President!

Ronnie Lopez in South Texas   April 2nd, 2008 11:48 pm ET

All Bill Clinton can claim credit for is the fact that he recognized a person worthy of a chance. Nothing more, nothing less….Bill Richardson did what Bill and Hillary Clinton are incapable of doing–putting America before themselves.

Unshrub   April 2nd, 2008 11:48 pm ET

Unless you are there, how do you know it is Richardson whom is doing the lying?

mary jo   April 2nd, 2008 11:47 pm ET

Bill Richardson is his own man .. and I admire that in a person ..

he won't be bullied.!!!

Kimberly   April 2nd, 2008 11:46 pm ET

Stop glorifying yourself Richardson… you never got any votes. Have some respect for our former President!

UncleSnake   April 2nd, 2008 11:43 pm ET

I will make my prediction: Richardson will be the vice presidential runningmate for Obama.

Lets see if I'm right!

bill pike   April 2nd, 2008 11:43 pm ET

FACT: the clinton's lie about their lies that they lied about, but when you are under fire lies happen.

dani   April 2nd, 2008 11:38 pm ET

Don't worry Bill Clinton, from what the hispanic community has said, they will not support Obama and didn't like what Richardson did. Besides, just before endorsing Obama, he changed his look to make himself look more hispanic. - What a joke

Adam, LV, NV   April 2nd, 2008 11:33 pm ET

Actually, Bill Clinton never said he promised to endorse Hillary… He said that Richardson promised not to endorse anyone…..

How about CNN get the facts straight.

Liz   April 2nd, 2008 11:31 pm ET

That sounds like retaliation–endorsing Obama because a campaign got nasty?

It sounds manipulative, too, which puts him in the same corner as Daddy O.

I would call it betrayal, too.

Jackie   April 2nd, 2008 11:31 pm ET

How much time has Richardson spent being governor in his state? Who's paying his way?

WBW OHIO   April 2nd, 2008 11:29 pm ET

Hillary your political career is through, You and Bill have shown the American people just what kind of people you are really like.
I doubt if you will ever be elected to any kind of office ever again.

Rafi, NY NY   April 2nd, 2008 11:29 pm ET

Yeah, well, the people who are calling Richardson a traitor because he "owed" the Clintons an endorsement are the same ones who insist with a straight face that they don't think Hillary's "entitled" to the presidency.

Bill richarson is a jok   April 2nd, 2008 11:29 pm ET

Richarson is stupid and laughable. Biggest joke in this country.

Jackie   April 2nd, 2008 11:28 pm ET

Richardson's a liar….and not a very good one either.

autumn   April 2nd, 2008 11:26 pm ET

Richardson sucks. He wants to be a VP, so he endorsed O. Nasty? O's campaign is more nasty than H's campain. What a joke.

confused!!!   April 2nd, 2008 11:24 pm ET

Shut-up Judas. No one wants you anywhere near the Clinton camp. We Certainly don't need you. The Spanish Americans don't need you. So long to your political future. HILLARY 08

confused!!!   April 2nd, 2008 11:23 pm ET

Shut-up Judas. No one wants you anywhere near the Clinton camp. We Certainly don't need you. The Spanish Americans. So long to your political future. HILLARY 08

anthony amaro   April 2nd, 2008 11:15 pm ET

Richardson is an conniving opportunist, after stabbing your own people in the back(LATINO'S)!

Walt Doering   April 2nd, 2008 11:13 pm ET

I'd believe Bill Richardson before I'd believe Bill Clinton any day. And thanks, Richardson, for the courage to stand up to support Obama in the face of the Clinton attack machine.

rexx   April 2nd, 2008 11:11 pm ET

It doesn't matter that Bill is sucking up to try and work a way onto the ticket. The bottom line? Say hello to President McCain.

jonsey   April 2nd, 2008 11:10 pm ET

just testing. i have commented many times this evening and NO site is allowing me to do so. this is just a test. clinton sucks

jonsey   April 2nd, 2008 11:09 pm ET

just testing. i have commented many times this evening and NO site is allowing me to do so. this is just a test. obama sucks

DD   April 2nd, 2008 11:07 pm ET

Hey Richardson, you lost credibility, it's a wrong move. And Shut up.

Mel   April 2nd, 2008 11:05 pm ET

I agree with James Carvell that Richardson characterization of Richardson.

Did Richardson ever question the possible Auchi-Rezko-Obama connection?

Grif   April 2nd, 2008 11:05 pm ET

You deserted the Best, now you're stuck with the rest..
Obama's "Demonic Sect"… You'll go down with him..

cjd   April 2nd, 2008 11:04 pm ET

I believe Richardson.The Clintons would not know the truth if it slapped them in the face.

D.D.   April 2nd, 2008 11:03 pm ET

I believe this gentleman.

kani   April 2nd, 2008 11:00 pm ET

wowie
amen

god never approve clinton at all!!

obama 08

Ross in MD   April 2nd, 2008 10:58 pm ET

Richardson is right, the Clintons need to get over this.

Democrats made a different choice. Let it go.

Pedro   April 2nd, 2008 10:57 pm ET

I am so glad your last name is Richardson. . You have disgraced Hispanics once again, just as Alberto Gonzalez. That lice infested beard will not hide your true colors. Traidor maldito!

mary, VA   April 2nd, 2008 10:57 pm ET

Bill Richardson , you did the right thing, way to go, Obama will win, and he will unite the country.

OBAMA 08

kujtim   April 2nd, 2008 10:56 pm ET

Its imposible to se a negative comment about Obama in CNN web site. Its a shame on u CNN , dont show just the positive comments about Obama, show the negative to…
PS i know this mesage is not going to show enyway!!

Jennifer   April 2nd, 2008 10:56 pm ET

CB , I am a clinton supporter and i'm not the lest bit dilusional.There is not a smarter woman in America than Hillary.

Jeff G   April 2nd, 2008 10:56 pm ET

The point is he went against his constituents in NM even though he said he would not vote against the will of the people. Who cares about Bill. It's about his word. This point cannot disputed.

A win by a small margin is still a win (see Gore v Bush)

CST   April 2nd, 2008 10:55 pm ET

Richardson is a bigger self-serving hypocrite than Obama…..if that is even possible.

Franky   April 2nd, 2008 10:55 pm ET

Sorry guys but I seen someone's name was " I used to be a Democrat"…LOL!

Man, I feel the opposite! LOL!

Alice   April 2nd, 2008 10:53 pm ET

So, was Bill Richardson a traitor to Bill Clinton when he himself ran for President against Clinton's wife? Would it be disloyal for Richardson's son to run for office against Chelsea?

Who makes these self-serving "rules" anyway?

Hillary 08   April 2nd, 2008 10:53 pm ET

Senator Obama has'nt done a thing since he became a Sentor, let alone a cold chance in hell President!

austbill   April 2nd, 2008 10:50 pm ET

No matter if Hillary gets the opportunity to serve on the ballot as the Democratic nominee for president or not. Hillary is a winner, has always been a winner and will always be a winner.

I support Hillary Rodham Clinton 100%

Jennifer   April 2nd, 2008 10:49 pm ET

You are a traitor Richardson, You wand gain anything by what you did.You can never call yourself a friend of Clinton's again.

truth be told   April 2nd, 2008 10:48 pm ET

You mean Bill Clinton LIED?
A Clinton LYING ?

CAn It Be?

Tex   April 2nd, 2008 10:47 pm ET

Bill Clinton was a liar when he was President and Hillary lied when whe misspoke on Bosnia. The Clintons are known liars. Bill Richardson is a great Governor and an honable man

The Clintons believe everyone owes them and they owe nothing in return.

Bill give us a break!

Tim from Ohio   April 2nd, 2008 10:43 pm ET

Bill Richardson is a traitor. He owes his entire political life to the Clinton's. Everything he has they got for him. He is the biggest traitor in U.S. history…

Bill Clinton for Obama   April 2nd, 2008 10:42 pm ET

I think I have finally figured it out!!!

Bill wants Hillary to lose. He does not want to share the spotlight in history with her and have her prove she is better than him, so he is secretly sabotaging her campaign along the way.

Bill Clinton for Obama

Jules Millogo   April 2nd, 2008 10:41 pm ET

According to Hillary Clinton, superdelegates are "free agents, they can vote whom they feel has the best chance of beating the Republicans". Bill Richardson who is an intelligent man, and a free man, made his own judgement call- Barack Obama is the best.

jennym   April 2nd, 2008 10:41 pm ET

Another day, another fight with the Clintons. Can't wait for 8 years of this eh ?

Hillary was entitled to this . Just ask her. Ask Bill. She was entitled to just skate to the nomination and then trample her "friend" McCain.

Too bad the voters didn't get the memo .

Hillary go pay all your bills you haven't paid and get those taxes ready !!

Jessica   April 2nd, 2008 10:40 pm ET

I don't see Obama as a uniter. He seems to be a great divider especially between democrats and blacks and whites. Trust me no one at work is talking about race. What a sad pathetic joke on so many people like Richardson who thinks he can bring the country together.

A Bag of Chips   April 2nd, 2008 10:39 pm ET

Hmmmmmmm I thought that the nomination "was not important"!!!!

Ted From Edmonton   April 2nd, 2008 10:39 pm ET

So he's calling the president who gave him whatever political life he ever had a liar. This guy makes me sick. His indorsement ended up hurting Obama not helping.

JAY   April 2nd, 2008 10:36 pm ET

What a TRAITOR!

Darren L.A.   April 2nd, 2008 10:35 pm ET

Enough of the Bush-style cronism displayed by Carvelle and the Clinton henchmen. It is disgusting how Clinton supporters attempted to label him a traitor. Or make fun of his beard?

Political alliances should be made at one's own free will and personal convinctions.

Politicians need to EARN everyone's respect and vote. Good for Bill for standing up for what he felt was right.

number8th   April 2nd, 2008 10:33 pm ET

We'll just have to wish Mr. Richardson GOOD LUCK. We'lI hope he'll serve Mr. Obama well. Bickering and giving him a sense of importance will never bring him back to the Clintons. He is gone.

Kyle Indianapolis, Indiana   April 2nd, 2008 10:32 pm ET

GO RICHARDSON!!!!

connie brown   April 2nd, 2008 10:29 pm ET

i wish harold ickes is checked out he belongs to the mob. he is a very bad man. get him checked out. he will do anything for obama to lose. he is a very bad man. MOB

chuk   April 2nd, 2008 10:27 pm ET

What a sleaze this Richardson. Where was he when his endorsement would have counted among the Latinos during the California and Texas primaries? I guess he finally found his true place next to this Obama guy from Kenya.

Hoosier   April 2nd, 2008 10:26 pm ET

Bill Judas Richardson is a loser.

urbann   April 2nd, 2008 10:24 pm ET

BILL RICHARDSON WILL NEVER BE V.P. IF OBMA MAMA WINS I WILL VOTE FOR MCAIN.

stephanie   April 2nd, 2008 10:24 pm ET

I believed president Clinton that Richardson had promised him 5 times. He is a traitor and liar. He knows if he endorses Obama he will get VP
position or one of Obama top cabinet . If I were him I should stay neutral.

Swissdiver   April 2nd, 2008 10:23 pm ET

To call the traitor Bill Richardson Judas, is an understatement. This nincompoop is a big loser!

NCN   April 2nd, 2008 10:23 pm ET

Is this a Campaign or a Cartoon?

Antonia   April 2nd, 2008 10:19 pm ET

Bill Richardson, made the right decision, you picked the right person, that is Obama, I'm Canadian, I think america need a change, change that we can all believe, change that all the world need, america need a president who can inspire all american, and all the world.

Thanks Bill Richardson

Swissdiver   April 2nd, 2008 10:19 pm ET

Richardson was an unknown, a nobody if not for Bill Clinton. There really is just a few words to describe this man: Ungrateful Trator, Opportunistic Doofus, really a JUDAS!!!

Marcus Dallas TX.   April 2nd, 2008 10:19 pm ET

All of this is mute Obama has the nomination anyway!
What difference does all of this make!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

chris   April 2nd, 2008 10:19 pm ET

America won't

Barack Obama auto biogaphy "Dreams of my Father"
You think Jeremiah Wright is Racist. Read this book.

Obama does have an agenda. Break down White people.

He really hates whites. Read his book.

NoWay Obama,
I am a 42 year old Democrat. I will not vote for this racist.

sozzi   April 2nd, 2008 10:18 pm ET

The Clintons are lying again.

Bubba   April 2nd, 2008 10:18 pm ET

Like rats leaving a sinking clintoon ship . . . the rats will survive, the clintoons will not.

Joe Black   April 2nd, 2008 10:16 pm ET

Bill and Hillary Clinton are not to be trusted.

Tax returns please. Tell us how Hillary made $12 million last year.

Legally, that is.

Let's not let the statute of limitations expire on this one!

Zagazaw   April 2nd, 2008 10:14 pm ET

That until the basic human rights are equally
Guaranteed to all mankind, without regard to race,
gender, religion, or national orgin there will be war.

Ed   April 2nd, 2008 10:12 pm ET

Liar, Liar, Pants on Fire!!

Typical Democratic Liar.

Zagazaw   April 2nd, 2008 10:12 pm ET

Until the philosophy which hold one race
Superior and another inferior
Is finally and permanently discredited and abandoned
there will be no peace.

Please don't delete. Give Hillary a chance   April 2nd, 2008 10:12 pm ET

Enoughh of this guy. His two seconds of fame was over long ago. The Hispanic base that got him elected gov. will never forget what a back stabber "Mal agradesido" guy he is.

Bill the traitor   April 2nd, 2008 10:11 pm ET

Bill Richardson is the traitor no doubt, he did as part of politics to get VP seat. Bad that he won't get it even Obama gets nomination… he is clever in that…

Bill clinton words are really right… one should accept his feelings…

I thought American politics are great and wise, but now I see, it is more messy than any other…

JJ in NY   April 2nd, 2008 10:11 pm ET

Boo Hoo….. billary's sleazy cons aren't working anymore, and all the clintons are acting like spoiled little brats .

Bobby   April 2nd, 2008 10:08 pm ET

I would like to thank all of you whites for voting for Obama to show that you are not racist

Yes, DM again Arlington, TX   April 2nd, 2008 10:07 pm ET

The Clinton, will say any thing and try any thing to devert everyone from here tax return.

willis   April 2nd, 2008 10:01 pm ET

Who do you believe! We know the Clinton will spin a tale — so, who do you believe?!

Besides, Richardson has the right to change his mind — if he made any such promise. He is no indebted to the Clinton for the rest of his life!

The Clinton don't have any right to say anything about promises after they have "raped" and "destroyed" this country!!

SCREW THE CLINTONS! BILL HAS BEEN "RIDING DIRTY" FOR A LONG TIME!!

Gillis   April 2nd, 2008 10:01 pm ET

Don't worry about it Bill, you made the right call. You are a true petriot.
God loves America. HE sends the forefathers to create it, HE sends Abraham Lincoln to start fixing it. HE send Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. to prick its conscience and now, HE sends Barack Obama to try and perfect it.

Everything is for a good reason , ultimately.

AW NYer   April 2nd, 2008 10:00 pm ET

It is this kind of Clinton sense of entitlement that disturbs fair-minded Democrats: the Clintons are primarily political animals, devoid of primafacia foundational Democratic ethos. In a way, I'm glad they ascribe to the Democratic Party, because they would scare me if they were Republicans (like Reagan, Weinberger, the Bushes, Cheney, and Rove) scare me.

maggie   April 2nd, 2008 9:58 pm ET

Wonder what the 30 pieces of silver buys!

Doug, Florida   April 2nd, 2008 9:58 pm ET

CHERYL;
GIVE IT A REST - ADMIT YOU BACKED A LOSER

OBAMA08

gabriel   April 2nd, 2008 9:57 pm ET

Dear Bill

Your 15mins of fame are up!
Mr. Obama has moved onto Al Gore!!!
Not Rocketscience
Anything to influence the outcome:))

I guess John McCain is going to be next president!!!

As Usual go Democrats :))

Gabriel

lisa   April 2nd, 2008 9:57 pm ET

Bill Richardson is wrong, Bill gave him a job. If he didn't like the Clintons, he shouldn't have endorsed anyone.

F   April 2nd, 2008 9:55 pm ET

I don't believe a word of what Richardson has said. He is a real Traitor and belongs with the OBAMA team. NO Credibility and NO JUDGEMENT just like OBAMA.

You make me sick!!

Cara N.C.   April 2nd, 2008 9:55 pm ET

Bill Richardson–YOU SUCK EGGS!!!!! James Carville was right on the money when he called you a Judas. I'm glad you endorsed Obama so everyone could see what kind of WEASEL you are, and to illustrate that he (Barak Obama) is of the same calipar standing next to you with egg on his face!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

JOHN   April 2nd, 2008 9:53 pm ET

OH NO NOT ANOTHER 3AM CALL. WHAT WILL HILLARY DO? LIE OR CRY WHEN SHE ANSWERS THE PHONE. MAYBE THE PHONE WONT RING AT ALL, WHY? BECAUSE SHE DIDN'T PAY THE BILL.

Gail   April 2nd, 2008 9:52 pm ET

The Clintons are going to bring down the Dems

Becky in In.   April 2nd, 2008 9:50 pm ET

"""""WHAT A TRAITOR & LIAR"""""""""

HE WANTS SOMETHING, MARK MY WORDS OBAMA PROMISED HIM SOMETHING!!!!

Sarah   April 2nd, 2008 9:50 pm ET

SOME OF YOU PEOPLE ARE REALLY SOMETHING. Gov. Richardson
has every right to support whomever he thinks the best candidate. Thank God it isn't Clinton.

frank   April 2nd, 2008 9:49 pm ET

I wonder what Obama promised Richardson. What a loooooser!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Stay in New Mexico, yourthe last one that American needs, You are aa traitor to American latinos also.

Judy   April 2nd, 2008 9:49 pm ET

Richardson can't hide behind that flea infested beard he is growing, Judas is his middle name.

bukky   April 2nd, 2008 9:48 pm ET

Wow "red faced"…? Why such anger. These Clintons just expected every one to fall in line regardless of whether or not the line leads them of a cliff… and we thought Bush was all about cronies… ask yourselves why are so many people afraid to think for them selves.

Sarah   April 2nd, 2008 9:46 pm ET

Lying, business as usual for the Clintons. OBAMA 08′

CHERYL   April 2nd, 2008 9:46 pm ET

IT DOES NOT MATTER OBAMA IS NOT ELECTABLE PERIOD!!!!!!

WRIGHT WILL HAUNT HIM FOREVER!!!!!!!!

Dennis   April 2nd, 2008 9:46 pm ET

Richardson your a real winner!!! ya right — More accurately traitor after all the support that the Clinton's gave him.

CHERYL   April 2nd, 2008 9:45 pm ET

WHO NEEDS HIM!!!!!

APPARENTLY HILLARY DOESN'T !

SHES LEADING IN THE POLLS!!!!!

OBAMA BLEW IT!

WE ALL KNOW THE TRUTH NOW!!!!!!!

GO HILLARY!!!!!!!!!!

Tim   April 2nd, 2008 9:44 pm ET

Bill no one cares anymore about you or your endorsement, Obama will never win in a general election. If he thinks people are stupid that he went to the same church for 20 years and had Rev Wright in his campaing and never heard this anti american remarks.

T. Colbertson,   April 2nd, 2008 9:44 pm ET

. . . .Bill Clinton is a bully. No wonder John Edwards has not endorsed
Senator Obama yet. He doesn't want his doorbell to ring at 3am, peek
out of the blinds, and see Bill standing on his porch with James Carville.

JKan   April 2nd, 2008 9:44 pm ET

Bill Richardson = Judas = Traitor

BR will be remembered as a TRAITOR, if at all he will eve be remembered!

luvero   April 2nd, 2008 9:40 pm ET

Richardson is as self serving as Obama. His endorsement won't matter, because if Obama gets the nomination, McCain will be the next president.

Anyone but Obamination   April 2nd, 2008 9:38 pm ET

Other post closed….
If Obama wore a pin he would be a hypocrite. He attended an un-american church for 20 years. He is not patriotic at all, he just wants to be president. Says, this is the greatest nation on earth, lets change it. LMAO

Good for Richardson   April 2nd, 2008 9:36 pm ET

He is showing us what the Clintons are really about. They are into the "you scratch my back, and I'll scratch yours" Politics. If Hillary wins this what we can expect, a President who will make deals behind close doors instead of with the best interest of the people in mind.

Marie   April 2nd, 2008 9:36 pm ET

Bill Richardson is a thinking man. He thought, weighed the measure and decided to endorse Obama. He gave his reasoning thought. Obviously, the Clintons are really upset. Hmmmm. I wonder why?
Bill Richardson has done a lot for NM and, yeah, he is a politician but he knows about people and their needs..all kinds of colors of people.

Gene   April 2nd, 2008 9:35 pm ET

Bill Clinton is a sheer liar….Americans 're tired of him and his double face wife. I am optimistic the world are watching this family with disguise and dismay.

Bill Richardson made the right choice—he does'nt own Clintons anything.; he serves his country and serves it good and honorable…

JOHN   April 2nd, 2008 9:35 pm ET

GOOD NEWS FOR THE HILLALIE SUPPORTERS, SHE HAS THE ENDORCEMENT OF THE OWNER OF THE BUNNY RANCH DENNIS HOFF.

sheena clark   April 2nd, 2008 9:34 pm ET

I will say one thing more that I have been wondering about - I thought HRC was supposed to be disclosing her tax statements - no evidence yet - why is no one asking about that?

Tom   April 2nd, 2008 9:30 pm ET

Gee, I wonder who's lying?

Sunny Young   April 2nd, 2008 9:30 pm ET

Just because a government official endorses a candidate does not mean that it is for the best interest of the people. It can also be political move to keep their jobs in the future or receive favors from the candidates.

Ilona   April 2nd, 2008 9:29 pm ET

Please folks don't say negative things about James Carville.

Yes he has problems. He is joined at the hip to the Clintons. Really he can't help it. He needs help!!

Jennifer   April 2nd, 2008 9:27 pm ET

Don't sweat it Hillary the people are with you…if they just let Florida and Michigan count …it would be another story…Obama why don't you get out of the race for the good of the party…give me a break they are practically tied…….and after PA.. who knows???
Hillary 08

Jose Card - Independent   April 2nd, 2008 9:26 pm ET

Bill Clinton has had his wishful thinking five times in a row. I thought he was very smart.

Truth   April 2nd, 2008 9:25 pm ET

Traitor is a bad word especially when you want the super delegates to vote independently. Some thing is really amissed with the Clintons and their machines.

truth   April 2nd, 2008 9:25 pm ET

What a shameless schmuck! He stabbed you right in the back but still get praise from certain people. What a world where common sense is substituted by greed, lies, evil, where people chase benefit, no matter what, to justify anything.

Bill Richardson, great example you have set! Take a look at your soul to see how ugly it is, and you'll know what a backstabber can get soon!

machiavelli   April 2nd, 2008 9:23 pm ET

According to polls, Hillary is more popular among voters with less education. Wow how apparent it is in their blogs!!!

superman0294   April 2nd, 2008 9:23 pm ET

Richardson said that I will help you win the eletion. He said that, but did not do it. So Bill Clinton got mad.So the former president got mad because Richardson did not help Bill Clintons wife Hillary Clinton.

bigben   April 2nd, 2008 9:22 pm ET

Judas please be quiet and sit down.

Mark from San Diego   April 2nd, 2008 9:21 pm ET

Who would you believe Bill or Hillary Clinton - both proven liars - or Bill Richardson? Not even a close call…….

chris nguyen   April 2nd, 2008 9:19 pm ET

richardson carried judas genes in his blood.. no doubt. . the more he defended himself the more voters will see him is sucking up on obama whatever future might be.. this amigo should not re run for new mexico gov next term..

dee   April 2nd, 2008 9:16 pm ET

Bill Richardson is an IDIOT!

I never thought highly of him and this confirms why.

Bebble   April 2nd, 2008 9:16 pm ET

Obama and Richardson: both are untrustable and out for what's best for them!!!!

Billarys it is me MOnica   April 2nd, 2008 9:16 pm ET

that is a warning to everyone else who decides to endorse SEnator Obama,
HIllary and Bill are watching and they have no fear, and will destroy you and LIE……………….. lie, lie as usual

Venus   April 2nd, 2008 9:15 pm ET

Give it a rest. Hillary doesn't need him any way. He will probably backstab Obama to .

Independent voter   April 2nd, 2008 9:15 pm ET

Richardson is a slimey politician. Period. Who cares what he thinks.

Shane   April 2nd, 2008 9:14 pm ET

Bill Richardson couldn't carry his own state for himself as a candidate being a governor of the state. He got arround 2000 votes in whole state. He needs to think about himself before he endorse someone.

obama 08   April 2nd, 2008 9:13 pm ET

ok lets move on cnn. richardson did not buy into clintons bribes and picked a better canidate.

Joe   April 2nd, 2008 9:12 pm ET

Bryan April 2nd, 2008 7:48 pm ET
""""""" TRAITOR TO YOUR OWN PEOPLE""""""""

—–

You illustrate very clearly why I cannot support Hillary. I dislike nasty people and it is unfortunately apparent that you are by no means alone among her supporters.

Dani   April 2nd, 2008 9:12 pm ET

I guess Glen Beck was right. Richardson is Judas. He would not be where he is now had it not been for the Clintons, and what a slap in the face he thanked them with. Jerk.

Frank   April 2nd, 2008 9:12 pm ET

Richardson doesn't owe the Clintons any debt.

And if the Latinos feel that they are indebted to the Clintons forever so be it - be their slaves.

Jeff in Mayberry   April 2nd, 2008 9:12 pm ET

Carville was right he is a Judas and file him in that category with John Kerry as well!!!!! I'm pretty sure in 04 the Clinton's were right there for John Kerry on more than one occasion.

mary   April 2nd, 2008 9:03 pm ET

Richardson hasn't been offered a post from Obama yet. Gore kept his dignity and he was rewarded with a job offer. Amazing. Maybe Obama is afraid Richardson will turn on him too. Republicans are going to WIN the election.

Nikole   April 2nd, 2008 9:01 pm ET

Can someone explain why Richardson should be held to voting the way "Latinos" did? We don't say all white superdelegates should be for Hillary and all black superdelegates for Barack.

David   April 2nd, 2008 8:59 pm ET

The Clinton's are cronic liers. Bill Clinton probably dreamed five times that B Richardson endorsing his wife. We knew before the sniper story that the Clinton's are complete liers

Eric S   April 2nd, 2008 8:58 pm ET

Bill Richardson is such a dishonest weasel. He promised Bill that he will not endorse Obama, but he did. Bill Clinton was not asking him to endorse Hillary.

Ann   April 2nd, 2008 8:57 pm ET

What a jerk. If he had some honor he would keep neutral.

lucky strike   April 2nd, 2008 8:54 pm ET

To owe someone something in politics in a way of a vote is not what
we need in this country. To make choices with ones own mind as to whats the best for America is the way to make your vote know.
Down with the Cronies. Up with common sense.

Marc   April 2nd, 2008 8:54 pm ET

That is why I have to go with Obama. Bill Clinton once again made a fool out of himself and he is taking Hillary with him. Even though Hillary resume will bring her own self down, Bill is not helping. Richardson did the right thing. He went with change instead of same old Washington. Good for you Gov.

Obama 08!

April in Texas   April 2nd, 2008 8:53 pm ET

We all know how well the Clinton's can and do lie or exagerate… Just remember her Bosnia tale of sniper fire.. Point made..

Obama 08..

James   April 2nd, 2008 8:52 pm ET

Shame on you Bill Richardson. Don't expect Obama would ask you to be in his partner. Obama can't get any more votes because of your endorsement.
Go Hillary!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

jhs   April 2nd, 2008 8:51 pm ET

Does anyone really BELIEVE Richardson? He's wanting that VP slot, and I bet Obama promised it to him, after all, Richardson DID say Obama called him EVERY DAY!

Sorry Richardson, I lost all respect for you.

Shirley   April 2nd, 2008 8:51 pm ET

Governor Richardson has served this Country with honor. He voted his conscience instead of using his vote for 'back-scratching'. I have never in all the elections I've followed seen anything as nasty as Bill and Hillary, they sound like trash.

Amy in Iowa   April 2nd, 2008 8:47 pm ET

We have a freedom of choice in America. The Clintons entitlement era has now turned oppressive. They need to get over themselves.

Chris in Va.   April 2nd, 2008 8:47 pm ET

Poor Richardson, a man gives you a cabinet position and you are forever doomed to kiss his family's arse.

Ron   April 2nd, 2008 8:46 pm ET

Thank you Sen. Richardson this is the change we are looking for. Honesty and integrity with the nerve to separate themselves from the you scratch my back I’ll scratch yours politics. Public officials need to start to listen to their constituencies instead of lobbyists and party loyalty.

No Hillary   April 2nd, 2008 8:45 pm ET

We admire your courage governor and we love you. Don't worry what Clintons think of you … just think how much we Americans admire your courage.

Tanya K   April 2nd, 2008 8:42 pm ET

I am a Hillary supporter, but come on guys Richardson can vote for who ever he wants. He is a politition, and probabley hoping for the VP spot. I hope for a Democratic president. Clinton-Obama 2008!!!!!

Jay   April 2nd, 2008 8:42 pm ET

Thanks Gov. I'm with you 100%. The Clintons are the BETRAYERS to the Democratic party period. And here are the results. The Super Ds are not stupid.

Chris in Va.   April 2nd, 2008 8:42 pm ET

New Mexico Bill, you should know the Clinton's live in their own fantasy world. Facts and truth have no bearing.

gina   April 2nd, 2008 8:42 pm ET

Everyone want to be a part of the winning team. He (Richardson) made his choice now go make yours. Go Vote in November… O is the man.

glhf   April 2nd, 2008 8:41 pm ET

…and people wonder why any sane individual doesn't want the Clintons as president?

Don Fl   April 2nd, 2008 8:39 pm ET

This is one Dem And I know a lot more who will never vote for your Obama come nov. He will loose because we will vote for Mccain. We don't need another Bush in the white house

John   April 2nd, 2008 8:37 pm ET

The Clintons should take it like it is, there time is up. Bill was a good president, but a vote for Hillary is not a vote for Bill back in the White House the way you Clinton supporters would like it to be!!!!

Yolanda Diaz   April 2nd, 2008 8:35 pm ET

He still Judas he is what he is due to Bill Clinton. Judas

Jeremy   April 2nd, 2008 8:35 pm ET

Another day.
Another lie.
Hillary and Bill- it's over. Please stop.

Ryan   April 2nd, 2008 8:35 pm ET

Man I can't believe all the hate directed towards Richardson about this! This is AMERICA! He can support whoever he wants! He doesn't "OWE" anybody anything! Man this is old politics at work to the max.

Not a Dem in AZ   April 2nd, 2008 8:35 pm ET

Hispanics are loyal. Richardson failed that test when he joined Obama. Sleep well and enjoy the short ride. It will be over in November and so will your career in NM. You are no more an Hispanic than my Irish wife. If the Obama people think that this traiter will bring him the Hispanic vote, they are sadly mistaken

Cissoko   April 2nd, 2008 8:34 pm ET

I agree with you, Bill Richarson made the right decision. The world do not belong to Clinton and Co. The most important thing for democrtate is to be back in the white house and superdelegate should support the best candidate for that.

Fat Boy Slim   April 2nd, 2008 8:33 pm ET

Who cares?
I mean who trust him???

Sonia CA   April 2nd, 2008 8:32 pm ET

Richardson thinks latinos are going with him to Obama, well NO BILL on this one! he's after the VP position probably and look awful with that beard!!!!!
DON'T come to Hillary for any favors Bill, you won't be heard.

eloyed Griego   April 2nd, 2008 8:31 pm ET

Clintons lying again and will do it again and again………….. It never ends…

Richardson made a wise decision by endorsing the right candidate,

janet of georgia   April 2nd, 2008 8:31 pm ET

I agree with many others - why has Obama labeled himself "black"? He's 1/2 white and 1/2 black. Why does the news media refer to him as "black"?

Val   April 2nd, 2008 8:30 pm ET

The Clintons are mad because they couldn't control someone.
Bill Richardson is a real man….with real morals.
Remember, he actually KNOWS the Clintons.
Hello???
He's to be commended for his strength of character.

Sergio   April 2nd, 2008 8:29 pm ET

Traitor to the power of infinity!

Robert Zuckschwerdt   April 2nd, 2008 8:29 pm ET

Richardson was left with a lot of campaign debt, he wanted his state to pay it, they said no, Obama is flush with money, he;s contributing to superdelegates campaigns, do you think Richardson's debt may mysteriously disappear? I doubt this will be comment will be seen, but it should be.

john   April 2nd, 2008 8:29 pm ET

who want to be with a group of liar nasty where is your tax heroique women

Bryan   April 2nd, 2008 8:29 pm ET

I shall wee in my pants with laughter at the OBAMA mob when
Hillary becomes the Nations leader.

janet of georgia   April 2nd, 2008 8:28 pm ET

Don't matter whether you promised the Clintons or not - they gave a lot to you and you should feel like returning something to them. Oh well, we know now you're out taking care of #1. Just remember what the good book says "ill gotten gain reaps no lasting reward".

david goldman   April 2nd, 2008 8:28 pm ET

YOO, GOV. RICHARDSON BILL CLINTON IS A LEGALLY ESTABLISHED

LIER. AND HILLARY, WE HAVE HER ON VOD LYING HUNDREDS

OF TIMES. NO ONE IS EVEN CONSIDERING WHAT THEY SAY.

I DON'T KNOW WHAT THEIR STRATEGY IS, BUT ITS DIRTY, WE KNOW.

John   April 2nd, 2008 8:28 pm ET

Sorry, CNN please delete my other comment.

I meant that RICHARDSON is a traitor to his own people; he betrayed his own race.

Bill Young   April 2nd, 2008 8:28 pm ET

Bill Richardson is a self absorbed non entity.

We don't care about his thoughts or who he supports or doesn't support. He looks greasy and should go back to the Miami Sound Machine

John   April 2nd, 2008 8:27 pm ET

obama is a traitor to all hispanics out there. he should be ashamed of himself, he voted against his people.

Hillary 08   April 2nd, 2008 8:27 pm ET

" Aren't his 15 minutes up yet!" I'm in stitches over here!

vance   April 2nd, 2008 8:26 pm ET

Richardson did what was best for the Country…not the Clintons.

That's what elected officials are SUPPOSED to DO!

NOT to act on FAVORS, but out of integrity..

Leah DiMarco, TX   April 2nd, 2008 8:26 pm ET

The Clintons have a history of LYING.
Bill Richardson is doing what he thinks is the right thing to do.

Thank you Governor Richardson!

vic nashville,Tn   April 2nd, 2008 8:26 pm ET

Hi Richardson
Can you remember anything after you endorsed Obama ?

Do you know the meaning of friend ?

Do you know the meaning of loyal ?

You are Tonto

We don’t want Jeremiah Wright visit White House

Better you learn why we call white house

Sue   April 2nd, 2008 8:25 pm ET

By the way, it's so nice to see that all you Hillary supporters aren't bitter.

M. Gutz   April 2nd, 2008 8:24 pm ET

Judas!

Bryan   April 2nd, 2008 8:23 pm ET

Sidney"""""
Richardson is a TRAITOR to his own people and that is the lowest one gets

Carrie PA   April 2nd, 2008 8:21 pm ET

Another Clinton lie!

Obama/Richardson 08

Rancher in Hawaii   April 2nd, 2008 8:21 pm ET

When he was President, Bill Clinton lied under oath, so why should mis-speaking on the campaign trail be a problem for him?

Reality   April 2nd, 2008 8:21 pm ET

Yes, but has Richardson had to dodge sniper fire like Hillary did?

But seriously, the real victim in this affair is Bill Clinton's legacy, such as it is.

amanda   April 2nd, 2008 8:21 pm ET

BILL CLINTON IS A RED FACE LIAR.I CAN'T IMAGINE ANYONE

BELIEVING ANYTHING THAT COMES OUT OF HIS MOUTH. HE LIES,

SHE LIES WHO ELSE IS LYING?……… HE SHOULD KNOW THAT HE

DOES'NT HAVE THAT MORAL CLOUT ANYMORE.STOP LYING

BILL!!!!!!

Cissoko   April 2nd, 2008 8:20 pm ET

If Obama is the Democratic nominee, he will defeat Mccain. Now, polls shows that he does better than Hillary in a hypothecal matchup
Go Obama

Tom, ALBUQUERQUE, NM   April 2nd, 2008 8:20 pm ET

As a New Mexican I do not trust Bill Richardson. The man is a blatant opportunist. He will do anything for recognition and to acquire the next post. He is indeed a Judas of the worst kind.

Liz, Pittsburgh PA   April 2nd, 2008 8:19 pm ET

Richardson obviously wants to be the VP so decided to jump on the bandwagon. It makes sense that he would do this but I think he should just confess and let it be.

Decided   April 2nd, 2008 8:19 pm ET

He is disgusting! Liars support liars - go figure!

a supporter   April 2nd, 2008 8:18 pm ET

Can someone call him a hero? Definitely NOT ! If he betrayed once, he could betray twice ! Nobody can trust this kind of person !

Mel, WI   April 2nd, 2008 8:18 pm ET

It must be a slow, slow news day. The man said he wanted to go with Obama. What part of "see ya" don't you understand?

Just because you watched the Superbowl, and ate some chips and dip, doesn't mean he supports your wife.

Grow up Bill, shake it off, move on.

I don't think this man will last until November, seriously.

yeah   April 2nd, 2008 8:16 pm ET

well if I was friends with someone who kept on lying and lying and will do anything to win, I would turn my back on them as well.

anonymous   April 2nd, 2008 8:16 pm ET

Richardson doesn't owe the Clintons anything. If they did anything hoping for the return of something then the Clintons owe themselves.

Richardson served his country and the Clinton Administration well. His allegiance is only to the people whom he serve.

Gilbert   April 2nd, 2008 8:16 pm ET

Thanks Bill Richardson, You made the right choice,
"Obama" is the man.
You are a very smart & caring man, and I believe "OBAMA"
is the man.

sophia nyc   April 2nd, 2008 8:15 pm ET

Superdelegates take heed. All the more reason to endorse Obama. Giving the Clintons more power will be America's biggest nigtmare.

Please make it stop   April 2nd, 2008 8:15 pm ET

How is Richardson a traditor? Last time I checked, we lived in America and we are free to make up our minds?!?!? The Clintons really need to give this up. And to think I almost voted for Hillary Clinton…

Marie in California   April 2nd, 2008 8:15 pm ET

Richardson is an conniving opportunist….looks to him like Obama might be winning the nomination so he sucks up to Obama to see what he can get out of it…..like maybe the vice-presidency. Give it up, Richardson…..if BHO gets the nomination he'll probably choose that unknown woman from Kansas to run with him, just to try to vaccuum in Hillary's supporters.

Richardson's also a traitor…..and that has nothing to do with politics and everything to do with loyalty to those who lifted you up and took care of you…..and continued to do so.

Worse….Richardson looks and sounds like the Gerber baby, but with a black beard and mustache.

Say no to the "Audacity of Hype!"

Hillary or McCain - 2008

Opaqueguy   April 2nd, 2008 8:15 pm ET

For pete sakes Bill. You used to be President of the United States of America. The greatest country on the planet. Stop posting these silly comments on here. We know its you.

Michael   April 2nd, 2008 8:14 pm ET

WHATEVER!

All you people who think that Hillary is the be all and end all of the democratic party are fooling yourselvs. So quit complaining about who endorses whoever and hope that either Hillary OR Obama get in the WH, because John McCain is a very strong opponent.

Obama in 2008

I used to be a Democrat   April 2nd, 2008 8:14 pm ET

Is this guy serious? He actually calls himself "we"?

Hey Richardson, not only will you not be in the White House next year, you probably won't be Governor much longer either after stabbing your own people in the back!

What a loser!

Vig   April 2nd, 2008 8:14 pm ET

Good, now Hillary doesn't have to promise him anything when she becomes President of the United States of America.

Cindy   April 2nd, 2008 8:14 pm ET

Delegates and Superdelegates can change their minds, you know…

Even states, like California… if the primary were held today, would switch to Obama. I find Clinton's inability to face reality… kinda sad.

joe   April 2nd, 2008 8:13 pm ET

Richardson is a disgusting excuse for a human. He is out for one thing only — his own career — just as any other politician is. Richardson is lying — he did say he would endorse Clinton, he did play games with the press and the candidates in order to have power and stay in the public eye. No one needs you Richarson — you are pathetic — Obama doesn't need you and neither does Clinton or the country — so keep your slimy self out of everyone's way.

Scotty   April 2nd, 2008 8:13 pm ET

This is 1968 all over again. Nixon — I mean McCain — will win by a landslide and Richardson will be eating crow. Good way to burn your bridges, Bill.

uchujin   April 2nd, 2008 8:13 pm ET

Oh puhleeezzzzz!! Traitor? Weasel? Thats like saying you guys are morons. His state barely went for HRC. SO WHAT if he worked for them. By that logic no one should ever venture to be an entrepreneur of any sort 'cause they "owe somebody" for the skills they have learned and knowledge they have gained. Good luck working for someone else your whole life! I guess you are morons.

Asians for Hillary   April 2nd, 2008 8:13 pm ET

Lier, Bill Richardson. I feel disgusted by this traitor. Hillary doesn't need this man. She will win and leave Richardson feel ashamed of his stupid betrayal.

lois   April 2nd, 2008 8:13 pm ET

Sounds like Bill Richardson lied to a lot of people. I think he made a BIG MISTAKE!

Manny Moe, CA   April 2nd, 2008 8:12 pm ET

Are we STILL talking about this? Richardson is an AMERICAN; the last time I looked he had a right to pick anybody he wanted. Just because Bill and Hillary schemed and scammed the idea that he would fall in line like a lost sheep, doesn't mean it was going to happen.

EARTH to Bill Clinton–he don't want ya, or your wife. Leave the man alone. Your plan didn't work, shake it off, and stop whinin'. Go help your wife with her taxes, and stop beatin' this dead horse. It's over.

John   April 2nd, 2008 8:12 pm ET

Richardson should be respected for making a decision based on what he beleives is good for his party and country. The Clinton's lie . I believe Richardson. Good for him.

Sydney   April 2nd, 2008 8:12 pm ET

Hey, everyone who thinks that Bill Richardson is a traitor. HE DOESN'T OWE THE CLINTONS. NO ONE DOES. Richardson backed Obama, just like a lot of other people, because he is the right person. Stop calling him that just because he did what he felt was the right thing to do.

Obama '08

Ruth   April 2nd, 2008 8:11 pm ET

Richardson said he would follow his states lead, and he said it on
national TV so say what he may he lied. I really lost my respect for
him and that just goes against Obama's vote for me. But I don't see anyone that is very busy trying to bring unity in any part of the Democratic party.

Twinkle Toes Mulligan   April 2nd, 2008 8:11 pm ET

Weasel is right. Obama promised him something BIG. What a creep he turned out to be.

Natalie   April 2nd, 2008 8:11 pm ET

Bill Richardson owes the Clintons nothing, nada, zip, certainly not his loyalty. He was appointed to two jobs in B Clinton's administration and did what was expected to do and did those jobs well. When Clinton left the White House, so did Richardson. This is after all a free country and Bill Richardson has the free will to do as he pleases. I believe Richardson when he says that he never promised Bill his endorsement. I know one thing for sure about the Clintons and that is that they are very good liars.

Paula   April 2nd, 2008 8:11 pm ET

Bill Richardson have every right to endorse anyone he see fit, get over it Clintons. I was a Clinton supporter but they are disgust me so great deal I am Obama supporter now, If Clinton that great how democratic lost to Bush?

Eddie P. roch. ny   April 2nd, 2008 8:11 pm ET

Richardson is a turncoat. He's trying to be one of the big nasty guys. He's a chicken hearted democrat that just came home to roost. One of those chickens Rev. Wright talks about.

NickSanDiego   April 2nd, 2008 8:10 pm ET

Well well yet ANOTHER LIE from the Clintons that is Directly refuted by FACT! Sad thing is the ClintonBots would believe it was November next week and they would believe them. Are they REALLY that weak minded?

This is a LIE and Richardson is RIGHT to correct the record.

C.Lo   April 2nd, 2008 8:10 pm ET

Richardson is honest, a true patriot who did much more for his country than carville …carville is just a ugly guy

Brian   April 2nd, 2008 8:09 pm ET<