(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.
– CNN Ticker Producer Alexander Mooney
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Bill Richardson has lost all credibility with me. Aren't his 15 minutes up yet!
Why is it that when someone goes against the Clinton machine, they have to give a reason. The last time I checked, this was America; not N. Korea, so we have a right to change. It is not about friendship in this case, it is about who will be the better candidate to run a country. I don't know about anyone else but that is a pretty talll order to fill so the heck with friends, who will be better at running the country!!!
""""""" TRAITOR TO YOUR OWN PEOPLE""""""""
I am so tried of all the news show saying that Obama is black.
That man is white to. Why don't the show remember that when they are talking about him
Yep the Clintons who do they think they are? The world is not owe to them. I wish they would just go off into the sunset.
Richardson is a weasel. He made a political calculation and signed up with the team he thinks will win. So what else is new? He's a politician first and a human being last. No honor, no honesty, no loyalty, no gratitude and – in this case – no political smarts.
It is likely that Obama will be the Democratic Party nominee. If he does become the nominee, he will lose between 40 and 45 states in November. It will be hilarious to watch Richardson and all the other rats desert the ship when that happens.
James Carville called Bill Richardson a 'Judas' now Bill Richardson is calling James Carville a Liar....hmmmmm.
Lou,
Howard dean along with bii richardson should both stay off the air ways with their smoke. Mr obama is so unsure of himself that he won't even allow a revote for the pepole in the states that were cheated. They had no part in the decesion to move up the date. Barack should join hillary and allow the revote in those states.I really belive he knows if they agree he loses those votes. I live in Illinois and have news for mr obama once whom would have voted for him will not anylonger. he was suppose to be for change but as we see he is playing the same old game.
Bill: "Define five..."
ABH '08
i think obama and clinton are full of it. a person would be out of ther here to want any one of thinm to run this great country .there just full of lies ..
Butt out Bill! Hillary only wants to protect the Clinton stock in oil, pill makers and get healthcare for everyone to boost the Clintons stock in that. Richardson has figured her out. Smart Man! She isn't for the people. Wake up America!
Now BOTH Clintons are suffering from "sleep deprivation." How in the world can anyone trust these folks? They honestly make it up as they go... talk about a "fairy tale."
VP hopeful Richardson? Politics? Sooooo transparent.
What is the deal with Bill Clinton...I really think he has lost all perspective on doing what is right... What are the thoughts from Howard Dean and the DNC on this...and the strong arm tactics being used here with the superdelegates. What else is going on behind closed doors?
Ya know just my opinion but – the more I read about the Politicians on this blog, the more I am convinced that there isn't one of them with the degree of intelligence, capability or Politcal prowness to govern America.
They are sounding more like High School Jocks vying for Prom King and Queen every day!
And Bill, it's time to stand back and keep quiet. Even if it's a reported claim, why on earth would you make such a statement, if you did? And why would you even give Bill Richardson a second look as a Hillary supporter? I don't think there are many standing in the Richardson line with their hands up yelling pick me, pick me !
Democrats are never faithful.Bill R will be the loser in the end.May will join the Republican party if Obama get the nomination because he is getting a free ride.
In a time where people are getting sick of the politics of "You scratch my back, I'll scratch yours" I am surprised there are so many Clinton supporters calling Richardson a traitor.
Is that the country we want to live in?
Where people affiliate themselves with someone, or support someone because they owe him a favor.
People should be able to endorse whomever they want... I understand the Clintons being hurt that Richardson endorsed Obama, but it is way out of line to say he OWED the endorsement to the Clintons.
He is a super traitor. He could back Obama quietly, but he made such a big noise.
As much as I like Bill Richardson, he is a typical politican and has been known to lie. I think I'll side with Bill Clinton on this one, but in the end, who really cares??
Bill,
This is not about the Clinton's. You basically endorsed a candidate that he himself endorsed a mentor that spews anti american rhetoric and black supremacy. No equality in these teachings. What were you thinking?
way to go ,bill richardson!i look for to seeing you in the next administration!
How about getting your campaign bills paid by Obama? You are a Judas, a term given to all turn coats. This has nothing to do with Jesus, it is something you call a back stabber in modern times. You first say delegates should support their constituents, then you turn coat. Sort of like Kerry who was for something before he was against it.
You have done the right thing, let them say anything they like; you are great and l respect you more for making that decision which am sure you will not regret.......Joe
President Bill Clinton gave Mr. Richardson prestigious positions in his cabinet during his term as President. Bill Richardson has lost all credibility with all members of my family. We will NEVER vote for B. Richardson in future elections. Richardson should get over it, his 15 mintues are up and out.
Richardson is a clown.
""If he does become the nominee, he will lose between 40 and 45 states in November.""
Let's just file this away until November.
Governor-Bill Richardson,I think it would be appropriate if you moved away from constantly trying to convince the whole USA-what you did and what you did not tell Bill Clinton with regards to not endorsing Hillary.That is water under the bridge.Concentrate on what is good for New Mexicans.Not everyone can become a President.You voted your concience and has to live with it.The ping pong politics does not help.
Mr. Richardson, the only person you have helped is yourself, and the only person you have hurt is yourself.
Clintons lying again. It never ends...
Richardson made a wise decision by endorsing the right candidate, and refusing to get in the gutter with Clinton and Co. shows maturity on his part. When will the Clintons learn we are tired of these tactics?
trader! Juda! unfaithful! Liar! That a' all I think about Richardson now. He own Clinton and own his Hispanic root for his endorsment.
I agree with the first bloger isn't his fifteen minutes up yet.
Richardson: "I held back. I waited. I felt the campaign got nasty"
I would do the same if I were Richardson. Hillary and her campaign has lost my respect.
Kudos to Bill Richardson for making the choice he felt was best for the country!
Shouldn't he back what people voted for? Clinton won NM and majority of the Latino votes. If he ends up in the ticket, Obama will lose. Being a traitor is worse than anything.
Once again the Clintons are distorting the truth because the truth hurts. Bill's "I heard it five times" is equivalent to Hillary's being under sniper fire as she landed in Bosnia. Those two are in their own little fantasy world where they are the center of attention and the truth goes by the wayside. Time for the country to MOVE ON.
now bill is also a big fool let people see him for who he is
Another lie from the Clintons and as far as I'm concerned if it comes down to "he said – she said", I do not trust the clintons. It's close to tax time – What are the clintons waiting for? tax deadline? produce them already....
OBAMANATION
I must admit I do believe Richardson in this. It has in the past been a thing with the Clintons to discredit anyone that "turned" their back on them or went against them. His little temper tantrum in California only goes to show their frustration and desperation with being behind in the race. The Clintons are not use to loosing as is obvisous with their continued attempts to blame all that is wrong or going wrong on others.
Yeah He claims he's the Clinton's friend and that he is very loyal to them, but don't friends who are loyal support there friends. This guy is a back stabber and he deserves to be put on the spot for what he did. This is yet again the common betrayal that happens when you find out someone isn't really your friend.
Glen,
please put on your smart cap on. Richardson can choose anyone he wants to endorse. the only traitor is Hillary for going on even though she already knows she is going to lose. but because of the "politician in her" she wants her name to keep going on....Obama will win in November, but its people like you who will not unite.
I left my comment. Where is it!
Richardson is a little man with a big ego. He endorsed Obama because he felt Hillary was not giving him enough attention - not because she wasn't the best candidate.
Actions speak louder than words - and Hillary is a woman of action. Obama is going to be the democratic version of George Bush. If you place an incompetent person in the presidency, you will get an incompent President . Obama will be the Democratic version of the Comedy of Errors, just like George is the Republican version.
Bill Richardson owed nothing to the Clintons. Yes he worked in Bill's White House, but many who worked in the Clinton White House felt betrayed by the Clinton lies. It sounds like Bill is lying again. Can he prove the 5 meetings other than the Super Bowl?
obama///richardson OR obama //// gore
He endorsed the better, more honest of the 2 candidates. What is te big deal. Bil and Hill are liars.
I thoroughly resent the Clintons' feelings of entitlement...
"It is likely that Obama will be the Democratic Party nominee. If he does become the nominee, he will lose between 40 and 45 states in November. It will be hilarious to watch Richardson and all the other rats desert the ship when that happens."
If he does lose, then guess what? No one hasn't change....
Stop with all the nonsense. Bill Richardson did want he thought was right. It appears only Democratic leave comment on this website. They might not be Democratic. The facts are you can not vote for McCain in November. Rember McCain equal Bush. Vote Hilliary or Obama. Some people are leaving untrue comment just trying start trouble within the Democratic party. please rember you never know who is leaving a comment. CNN please post this
Obama will win this fall! Face the music you Clinton lovers!
Can we as democrats unite? If we dont support whoever the nominee is the republicans will have there way for another four years. You think we in the crapper now wait till the next group of republicans get in there do to us. I suggest go to proper factcheck outlets i wish cnn would do this and do real research on your candidate as a inteligent voter/supporter and if your candidate does not win support the other for the sake of our party. We all know media will not portray the whole truth and this is not a game act like responsible adults and support your party. God Bless
Yes, the Clintons should get over it. They are liars and thieves and no one owes them any anything.
Richardson ran against Clinton in this primary. Where was Bill Clinton talking about loyalty.
I don't understand.....
I
t is Ok to run against her but worng not to endorse her?
Obama will never lose 40-45, and Glen from Cary NC is hallucinating. I think Richardson's move was calculating also. But I also think he has a right, under our Constitution to pick anyone he wants. Why is Clinton so bent out of shape over Richardson? Could it be because he's a minority, and should not have the audacity to make up his own mind?
Clinton is a snake, and while I'm not too sure about Richardson, I am sure about Obama, and we will win.
Obama 08
Richardson stated he saw how nasty the Clinton campaign was getting and he wanted no part of it. It's nobody's fault but the Clinton's fault that Richardson did not endorse HRC. Mr. and Mrs. Clinton, you should be listening to your friends. Clean up your act !!!
Richardson is a smart man. he knows Hillary cannot win, so why endorse a loser? if the rest of you would get a clue, you all would know where Richardson is coming from. Hillary stop spending campagin money, u cannot win...give it to the poor!!!!!
Thousands of TV ads aired
Millions of dollars spent
Watching the Clintons implode–priceless
Hey Richardson
Relax sir. Ignore the Clintons and all of their attack dogs. You will have quite a bit of company soon as they continue to self destruct before our eyes. It is sad. I have friends that I have known and loved for 30 years and we disagree all the time but we are still the closest of friends.
It is called maturity.
The clintons have no friends they just have supporters that they still talk to. Until they don't.
Someone needs to give Bill a TIME OUT. Oh, so no one is allowed to go against the almighty hillbilly Clinton's? Get over it Bubba! Remember, people in the USA are allowed to do as they please no matter how much you promise them political favors or money. There is a new political era coming & it 's doesn't involve BILLARY.
Let it go, Bill. He doesn't want to have anything to do with you, or your wife. You shouldn't have invited yourself over to his house (frontin') and watched that game in front of the whole world.
Tick tock Hillary.
Blah, blah...blah....individual endorsements never win elections.....Obama supporters need to get over themselves and Bill Richardson's endorsement, who cares about Richardson? Maybe Mike Gravel will endorse Obama....Obama's candicacy is about as empty as his endorsements....Who does Obama think he is? Give me a break!
Losing 40 to 45 sates in November will never happen to Obama. If he is the nominee he will win this election against Mccain. I can understand that Glenn is so disappointed because of he's supporting Hillary. Relax, wait and see!
Of course, people wil believe Richardson. To some people, the Clintons never tell the truth....even when they do. My guess is that Richardson DID agree he would endorse Clinton, but decided to swing the other way when Obama agreed to give him a coveted position.
It had nothing to do with her campaign getting "nasty" because Obama's campaign has done the same stuff....and Richardson wasn't terribly impressed with Obama when he himself was running for president. Something smells fishy......
It is not that he went against the machine. It is about honesty, intergrity, and being true to oneself. I believe and so do most of my friends that Bill Richardson is an opportunist and he is only looking out for himself. That is the end of his political life. Though Obama is likeable and articulate but he does not have the experience and judgement to be president. Obama's ego is bigger than him
Glenn,cary,NC
THANKS you have spoken the very words which I was thinking.
Gov. Richardson,
Please don't let the Clintons get to you! What you did took guts, you obviously thought endorsing Sen. Obama was the best thing for the country.
I am sure we are all sorry that you lost a friendship, but maybe this was not a true friendship.
The Clinton supporters are just as delusional as their candidate which, of course, makes sense.
. . . The hispanics should not look upon Bill Richardson as a traitor. Bill is a good example for hispanics in that he is standing up for what he believes in for the country and not allowing himself to be cast as some stereotype voting block for the Clintons, with blind loyalty to Hillary as if she is a dictator.
THE CLINTONS BEHAVIOR JUST REINFORCES THE REASON
GOV. RICHARDSON DECIDED NOT TO ENDORSE "THEM" TO
BEGIN WITH.
Richardson went against his state and Hispanics across the country.... He clearly wants something from Obama.....
I don't believe Bill (Richardson)
Clinton can make it despite what Richardson has done. We feel he has hurt himself and Obama. We were first for Obama, but not after listening to him over the past several weeks. He is showing a different side than previously.
Clinton!
"The Clintons should get over this?" Sounds like a pretty mature man...
Richardson is honest, a true patriot who did much more for his country than carville ...carville is just a ugly guy
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.
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.
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?
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.
Weasel is right. Obama promised him something BIG. What a creep he turned out to be.
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.
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
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.
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.
Sounds like Bill Richardson lied to a lot of people. I think he made a BIG MISTAKE!
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Good, now Hillary doesn't have to promise him anything when she becomes President of the United States of America.
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!
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
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.
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
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...
Superdelegates take heed. All the more reason to endorse Obama. Giving the Clintons more power will be America's biggest nigtmare.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Can someone call him a hero? Definitely NOT ! If he betrayed once, he could betray twice ! Nobody can trust this kind of person !
He is disgusting! Liars support liars – go figure!
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.
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.
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
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!!!!!!
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.
When he was President, Bill Clinton lied under oath, so why should mis-speaking on the campaign trail be a problem for him?
Another Clinton lie!
Obama/Richardson 08
Sidney"""""
Richardson is a TRAITOR to his own people and that is the lowest one gets
Judas!
By the way, it's so nice to see that all you Hillary supporters aren't bitter.
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
The Clintons have a history of LYING.
Bill Richardson is doing what he thinks is the right thing to do.
Thank you Governor Richardson!
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..
" Aren't his 15 minutes up yet!" I'm in stitches over here!
obama is a traitor to all hispanics out there. he should be ashamed of himself, he voted against his people.
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
Sorry, CNN please delete my other comment.
I meant that RICHARDSON is a traitor to his own people; he betrayed his own race.
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.
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".
I shall wee in my pants with laughter at the OBAMA mob when
Hillary becomes the Nations leader.
who want to be with a group of liar nasty where is your tax heroique women
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.
Traitor to the power of infinity!
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.
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"?
Clintons lying again and will do it again and again.............. It never ends…
Richardson made a wise decision by endorsing the right candidate,
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.
Who cares?
I mean who trust him???
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.
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
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.
Another day.
Another lie.
Hillary and Bill- it's over. Please stop.
He still Judas he is what he is due to Bill Clinton. Judas
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!!!!
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
...and people wonder why any sane individual doesn't want the Clintons as president?
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.
New Mexico Bill, you should know the Clinton's live in their own fantasy world. Facts and truth have no bearing.
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.
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!!!!!
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.
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.
Poor Richardson, a man gives you a cabinet position and you are forever doomed to kiss his family's arse.
We have a freedom of choice in America. The Clintons entitlement era has now turned oppressive. They need to get over themselves.
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.
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.
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!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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..
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!
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.
What a jerk. If he had some honor he would keep neutral.
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
ok lets move on cnn. richardson did not buy into clintons bribes and picked a better canidate.
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.
Richardson is a slimey politician. Period. Who cares what he thinks.
Give it a rest. Hillary doesn't need him any way. He will probably backstab Obama to .
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
Obama and Richardson: both are untrustable and out for what's best for them!!!!
Bill Richardson is an IDIOT!
I never thought highly of him and this confirms why.
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..
Who would you believe Bill or Hillary Clinton – both proven liars – or Bill Richardson? Not even a close call.......
Judas please be quiet and sit down.
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.
According to polls, Hillary is more popular among voters with less education. Wow how apparent it is in their blogs!!!
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!
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.
Bill Clinton has had his wishful thinking five times in a row. I thought he was very smart.
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
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!!
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.
Gee, I wonder who's lying?
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?
GOOD NEWS FOR THE HILLALIE SUPPORTERS, SHE HAS THE ENDORCEMENT OF THE OWNER OF THE BUNNY RANCH DENNIS HOFF.
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...
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.
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.
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
Richardson is as self serving as Obama. His endorsement won't matter, because if Obama gets the nomination, McCain will be the next president.
Bill Richardson = Judas = Traitor
BR will be remembered as a TRAITOR, if at all he will eve be remembered!
. . . .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.
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.
WHO NEEDS HIM!!!!!
APPARENTLY HILLARY DOESN'T !
SHES LEADING IN THE POLLS!!!!!
OBAMA BLEW IT!
WE ALL KNOW THE TRUTH NOW!!!!!!!
GO HILLARY!!!!!!!!!!
Richardson your a real winner!!! ya right - More accurately traitor after all the support that the Clinton's gave him.
IT DOES NOT MATTER OBAMA IS NOT ELECTABLE PERIOD!!!!!!
WRIGHT WILL HAUNT HIM FOREVER!!!!!!!!
Lying, business as usual for the Clintons. OBAMA 08'
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.
Richardson can't hide behind that flea infested beard he is growing, Judas is his middle name.
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.
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.
"""""WHAT A TRAITOR & LIAR"""""""""
HE WANTS SOMETHING, MARK MY WORDS OBAMA PROMISED HIM SOMETHING!!!!
The Clintons are going to bring down the Dems
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.
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!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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!!
Bill Richardson is wrong, Bill gave him a job. If he didn't like the Clintons, he shouldn't have endorsed anyone.
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
CHERYL;
GIVE IT A REST – ADMIT YOU BACKED A LOSER
OBAMA08
Wonder what the 30 pieces of silver buys!
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.
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!!
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.
The Clinton, will say any thing and try any thing to devert everyone from here tax return.
I would like to thank all of you whites for voting for Obama to show that you are not racist
Boo Hoo..... billary's sleazy cons aren't working anymore, and all the clintons are acting like spoiled little brats .
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...
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.
Until the philosophy which hold one race
Superior and another inferior
Is finally and permanently discredited and abandoned
there will be no peace.
Liar, Liar, Pants on Fire!!
Typical Democratic Liar.
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.
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!
Like rats leaving a sinking clintoon ship . . . the rats will survive, the clintoons will not.
The Clintons are lying again.
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.
All of this is mute Obama has the nomination anyway!
What difference does all of this make!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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!!!
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
Is this a Campaign or a Cartoon?
To call the traitor Bill Richardson Judas, is an understatement. This nincompoop is a big loser!
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.
BILL RICHARDSON WILL NEVER BE V.P. IF OBMA MAMA WINS I WILL VOTE FOR MCAIN.
Bill Judas Richardson is a loser.
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.
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
GO RICHARDSON!!!!
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.
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.
What a TRAITOR!
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.
Hmmmmmmm I thought that the nomination "was not important"!!!!
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.
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 !!
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.
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
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 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!
You mean Bill Clinton LIED?
A Clinton LYING ?
CAn It Be?
You are a traitor Richardson, You wand gain anything by what you did.You can never call yourself a friend of Clinton's again.
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%
Senator Obama has'nt done a thing since he became a Sentor, let alone a cold chance in hell President!
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?
Sorry guys but I seen someone's name was " I used to be a Democrat"...LOL!
Man, I feel the opposite! LOL!
Richardson is a bigger self-serving hypocrite than Obama.....if that is even possible.
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)
CB , I am a clinton supporter and i'm not the lest bit dilusional.There is not a smarter woman in America than Hillary.
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!!
Bill Richardson , you did the right thing, way to go, Obama will win, and he will unite the country.
OBAMA 08
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!
Richardson is right, the Clintons need to get over this.
Democrats made a different choice. Let it go.
wowie
amen
god never approve clinton at all!!
obama 08
I believe this gentleman.
I believe Richardson.The Clintons would not know the truth if it slapped them in the face.
You deserted the Best, now you're stuck with the rest..
Obama's "Demonic Sect"... You'll go down with him..
I agree with James Carvell that Richardson characterization of Richardson.
Did Richardson ever question the possible Auchi-Rezko-Obama connection?
Hey Richardson, you lost credibility, it's a wrong move. And Shut up.
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
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
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.
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.
Richardson is an conniving opportunist, after stabbing your own people in the back(LATINO'S)!
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
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
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.
Richardson's a liar....and not a very good one either.
Richarson is stupid and laughable. Biggest joke in this country.
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.
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.
How much time has Richardson spent being governor in his state? Who's paying his way?
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.
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.
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
FACT: the clinton's lie about their lies that they lied about, but when you are under fire lies happen.
I will make my prediction: Richardson will be the vice presidential runningmate for Obama.
Lets see if I'm right!
Stop glorifying yourself Richardson... you never got any votes. Have some respect for our former President!
Bill Richardson is his own man .. and I admire that in a person ..
he won't be bullied.!!!
Unless you are there, how do you know it is Richardson whom is doing the lying?
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.
Hillary Or McCain 2008...No Cult Member for President!
Democrats suck!
why do people get surprised when the Clintons lie? That's all they know.
Mr. Richardson read my lips, YOU DID THE RIGHT THING!
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.
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!
Screw you CNN. Bunch of pussies
Remember, Obama has very close relationship with his pastor, Wright. He will lose November election.
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.
Maybe if Hillary won the nomination for president Monica might answer the phone asking for Bill again. Rick K
Good riddens. He proved he's just another opportunist looking for his next meal ticket. He's totally Spineless......
Another media elected president amazing....
Hillary sucks.
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.
Wise choice, Bill Richardson!
Like you, we have had enough of the Clintons!
Obama is the best candidate for the US President.
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.
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.
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.
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!