April 3, 2008
Posted: April 3rd, 2008 04:04 PM ET

(CNN) - He's not the nominee. But Democratic presidential candidate Barack Obama is starting to look beyond his party's primaries and caucuses, now organizing a grassroots effort to start in June - after the final vote of the primary season.

In an e-mail Thursday, the campaign announced the launch of an "Obama Fellows" program, to train young volunteers and assign them as grassroots organizers for at least six weeks over the summer. With re-votes unlikely in Michigan and Florida, the only voters still up for grabs at that point would be Democratic superdelegates - implying Obama strategists are openly building up a structure past the party's nomination fight, and in preparation for the November election.

–CNN Radio Correspondent Lisa Desjardins

Filed under: Barack Obama


Jazz   April 3rd, 2008 8:50 pm ET

And who says Hillary supporters will automatically vote for Obama?
Careful Obama campaign/fans. It takes more than you to make him president. There is a silent majority out here that is not yet engaged.

jj   April 3rd, 2008 8:38 pm ET

democrats have to remember that to win the presidency the nominee has to win the electoral college not popular vote. The way it stands now democrats will lose Florida, Ohio and even Pen if there is no re-vote in Michigan and florida. This is a bold prediction and I want every democrat to mark this on his or her calender.

Richard   April 3rd, 2008 8:35 pm ET

Just as Oprah said of Obama – "He is the ONE." I agree 100%.

Obama-'08-YES WE CAN!!!!!!

Utah Teacher   April 3rd, 2008 8:34 pm ET

If I sign up, do I get a sheet, flowers, and a tambourine?

Jahmil, Claremont, CA   April 3rd, 2008 8:33 pm ET

STOP BLAIMING OBAMA FOR THE MICHIGAN AND FLORIDA FIASCO!
the only people who can fix the voting problem are the ppl of those states....the very same ppl who chose to break the rules. Obama is not disenfranchising anyone. it is them because they haven't come up with a viable plan. If anyone is disenfranchising anyone...it's Hillary because although Obama's campaighn has contacted her to help come up with a plan to have their delegates seated...Hillary has ignored him and won't discuss anything less than a full recount...and that's not going to happen...so stop blaiming Barack. he has said from the beginning that he would follow DNC and if michigan and florida came up with a plan the DNC liked, he'd be more than happy to follow. U people really should get your facts straight.

Latinos   April 3rd, 2008 8:30 pm ET

Just watch faster than you can say "si se puede" Latinos will vote for McCain if Obama is the nominee.

"You may write me down in history
With your bitter, twisted lies,
You may trod me in the very dirt
But still, like dust, I’ll rise."

-Angelou Maya-

Lets give them HILL
Hillary '08

Jenny Sprowl   April 3rd, 2008 8:28 pm ET

This is for wake up!!!! If you take another look at TX. you will see that Obama walked away with more delegates than Clinton did. So who do you think really won TX. It sure wasn't her!!!! Try watching the news sometimes!!!! Go Obama!!

An American in Canada   April 3rd, 2008 8:27 pm ET

AND SO SHOULD OBAMA PREPARE FOR POST PRIMARY FIGHT

BECAUSE HE WILL HAVE TO FIGHT FOR HIS SENATOR SEAT IN

CHICAGO AFTER HE LOSES THE DEMOCRATIC NOMINATION TO

OUR FUTURE PRESIDENT HILLARY R. CLINTON.

BYE BYE OBAMA AND DON'T SLAM THE DOOR ON YOUR WAY OUT!

WhoisObama   April 3rd, 2008 8:26 pm ET

MY point is Clinton will not win but it does not mean she will lose or Obama will win.

Do you understand???

WhoisObama   April 3rd, 2008 8:24 pm ET

To Mary Beth:
If you are really sorry for NY, would you please get out of the state?
So annoying.

WhoisObama   April 3rd, 2008 8:23 pm ET

I want to see NY and CA become RED!!!
It will be HISTORICAL event!!!

Bebble   April 3rd, 2008 8:17 pm ET

Has anyone taken a good look at who's backing Obama??? They are all conservative. If he was a true liberal, he would not be surrounding himself with people who are miles away from the liberal picture he painted of himself. But then the college students wouldn't know this because they aren't living in the real world. Mommy & Daddy still pays their bill, health insurance, and fills their bank accounts.

Obama said he wouldn't take monies from oil companies; but they have contributed hundreds of thousands of dollars to his campaign.

For anyone who really wants to make an informed decision and not get into this low-life stupidity of blogging hate go to :
factchecker.org
There you won't get slanted, biased reports but true facts.

Public eye   April 3rd, 2008 8:15 pm ET

K. Celina, you're screaming into the wind, and we don't hear you. The Game is over, and you are all out of quarters. OBAMA is going to the WHITEHOUSE, because we are lifting him higher and higher. Sing glorious praise to BARACK OBAMA! Hallelujiah!

Michael   April 3rd, 2008 8:15 pm ET

Leave it to the Hillary supporters to spin this article. Obama won my state of Idaho and he'll do so again in the general election.

I got Sen. Obama's application in my inbox and I was considering it, and now I'm certain I'll sign up because if there's anything I can do to put the right person in the oval office then its not only my civic duty to do so, but it's an honor and a privilege.

I'll stand against the Clintons..Bill...Hillary..Chelsea..until the very day I die. I want my children to be brought up in a world free of Clinton hyprocracy and dirty politics. No dictatorships in the United States.

Obama 2008: YES WE CAN!!!!

Lee From Treasure Island Florida   April 3rd, 2008 8:12 pm ET

Maya, Florida Officials THEMSELVES decided NOT TO DO A REVOTE, NOT TO DO A MAIL IN! IT had absolutely nothing to do with OBAMA. Nothing. Presently what is on the table as of yesterday, that the delegates will be sat, which is to Florida's delight, as THEY BROKE THE RULES, but booked hotel rooms anyhow...but the candidates still have to figure out the split. Read the latest news, the revote was never, at anytime, during this whole process denied by Obama...NEVER. Florida did not want one, did not have machine, could not handle it, NO MATTER WHO PAID FOR IT...READ THE NEWS...not just the spin.

Vig   April 3rd, 2008 8:04 pm ET

Obama is going to be in for a shock. Hillary will take the nomination – wait and see. As much propaganda has been used against Clinton through media, yes CNN and of course Fox News, the biased talking heads, the male jerks and the female jerks who snicker at Clinton and demonize her while idealizing an unknown, lightweight male of questionable patriotism will be eating crow in a few months.

Don't Trust Obama   April 3rd, 2008 8:00 pm ET

my comment didn't even get posted for moderation

Don't Trust Obama   April 3rd, 2008 8:00 pm ET

Ask him about Bill Ayers

Joe in Southern California   April 3rd, 2008 7:54 pm ET

you may win the nomination, but sir, you will not win the White House.
Bill Ayers, Renzco, Wright........

cheer   April 3rd, 2008 7:53 pm ET

Yeah, that is called strategy, judgement and leadership.

David   April 3rd, 2008 7:41 pm ET

She cannot catch up to him in pledged delegates, and the superdelegates will never overturn that, let alone that she is a walking contradiction.

So quit moving the goalposts. It's time we can stop arguing, get over our petty hangups, and work together to fix the real problems in this country.

YES WE CAN.

Theresa   April 3rd, 2008 7:41 pm ET

Kinda like putting the cart before the horse eh !!! Don't be so sure of yourself Mr. NoBama

Beth   April 3rd, 2008 7:41 pm ET

Sign me up !!! YES WE CAN

Reality check #1   April 3rd, 2008 7:41 pm ET

What a piece of ego this man is. I guess if he gets the nomination, McCain will get my "change over democratic " vote.

kim portland, oregon   April 3rd, 2008 7:37 pm ET

barack...call me!

Time for Change   April 3rd, 2008 7:36 pm ET

The United States as a whole continue to suffer but refuse to change. It great the Obama is looking ahead and not getting bogged done in the mess that is going on. As for as Fl and Mi, they knew the rules before the race started and now they are crying unfair. If the voters of those states want to be upset with anyone, they need to look with-in. If we as Dems do not unite behind Obama, we can blame no one but ourselves the next four years. Clinton was a great President but he allowed of jobs to leave the country on his watch.

Obama 08

joe   April 3rd, 2008 7:34 pm ET

Plan away Obama - you are going to lose. You and Wright and Farrakhan and Rezko and the Weather Underground and all your lies and your cult supporters - you are all losers.

ddddave   April 3rd, 2008 7:33 pm ET

she cannot win

Wake up   April 3rd, 2008 7:31 pm ET

He has to convice those red states he won the primary to vote for him in general election...How about FL, MI, OH, TX, PA , and CA you name all the big states...

How about NY?

Can he win anything big?

Mary Beth   April 3rd, 2008 7:31 pm ET

I am sorry NY..Obama has my vote. I am apologizing because that will send Hillary back to NY and that is a terrible thing to do to my home state, but I will put country first.

Fighting for Prestige TBMoore Jacksonville Florida   April 3rd, 2008 7:29 pm ET

You will suceed Senator Obama!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Fighting for Prestige   April 3rd, 2008 7:27 pm ET

Senator Obama, will be a great leader, If anyone can remember President Kennedy was ridiculed often in during his journey to become President, it too was said that he was not experienced enough yet….. HE BECAME ONE OF THE GREATEST PRESIDENTS OF THE NATION. My reason for voting for Senator Barrack not because I owe anyone an explanation, not because of the color of his skin, nor the church he attends, but because I see the will that he possess the fortitude, courage even in the mist of those who holds bias racist demeanor towards his every effort, even though, deep down they know to be just for the nation. I deem to use what is rightfully mine. My “vote” my gift to him. I have nothing negative or positive to say about the Clintons. I would like to use the method that Senator Barrack and Richardson use from observing them during debates and in the window comments; they don’t seem to believe in throwing rocks. This President will bring the nation together our duties is to help him and not hinder him.

Roger B from Portland, OR   April 3rd, 2008 7:25 pm ET

I love how some people are just putting their fingers in their ears, thinking Hillary has some way to win this.

1-She can't get close the gap in delegates unless she wins ALL the remaining states by large percentages.

2-She can't win the popular vote unless she wins ALL the remaining states by about 10 points

3-Without 1 and 2, she will have serious issues explaining to the remaining superdelegates to vote for her, and even some of her current supers have stated they will switch sides to Obama if she doesn't at least win the popular vote.

4-Even with Michigan and Florida as is, she wont be able to close the gap enough.

I am not saying Clinton should drop out. That choice is hers. I am just saying that people need to stop pretending that she really has a viable shot.

yns   April 3rd, 2008 7:25 pm ET

Who do you think you are to be so ARROGANT!? This is why I HAVE NEVER LIKED YOU and WILL NOT EVER vote for you!!!!!!! Contrary to what you would lke to believe NOT ALL HILLARY SUPPORTERS will vote for you. If you actually end up being the nominee at the August Convention, then I will have to for MCCAIN or NADER! Better yet maybe Hillary will go INDEPENDENT!

Go Hillary Go! You are the woman who can runt his country. It is time for the good ole boys to quit trying to run you out of this race!

Hillary 08

Eric   April 3rd, 2008 7:23 pm ET

I am so disgusted withe the Hillary supporters that post in the blogs.

everyday the same thing MI, FL, ... FL, MI

look i believe you should follow your canidate and support them who ever s/he may be but seriously. Hillary Agreed to the rules.

If she is sincere in her cries about not disenfranchising voters then she should have brought it up in the start of the race. when she agreed to do just that.

face it you are being fooled and if you not being fooled then you notice the hypocritical logic and choose to ignore it. which makes you... something else entirely.

so please just stop.

If Hillary was concerned about anyone else but herself she would have never gone negative and we would be looking at an Obama/Hillary ticket right now...

instead she thinks John McCain is better than Obama and completely closed the door on her and Obama teaming up.

she is trying to game this election with old cheat codes

Wise up!

Obama/Dodd 08!

Janel, St. Paul, MN   April 3rd, 2008 7:20 pm ET

Obama will do this well. His campaign strategy to date has been awesome in that it has befuddled even the huge Clinton machine.

Go, Obama, Go!!!

NOBLE   April 3rd, 2008 7:16 pm ET

THE QUESTION IS NOT ABOUT AN AFRICAN AMERICAN CAN BECOME US PRESIDENT OR NOT....

THE QUESTION IS WHETHER OBAMA IS THE RIGHT GUY....

THE ANSWER IS NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO

HE WILL DIVIDE THE COUNTRY !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Mia   April 3rd, 2008 7:14 pm ET

Those interested in participating to to barackobama.com

NOBLE   April 3rd, 2008 7:10 pm ET

HOW OBAMA IS GETTING SO MUCH MONEY ?????????????

Paul   April 3rd, 2008 7:10 pm ET

Obama is arrogant, has a sense of entitlement and it turns off a lot of Americans. When you combine that with lack of experience, and
the question regarding why he listened to a racist, anti-American preacher for 20 years, along with his wife making anti-American,
possibly racist racist remarks, and the fact that he doesn't seem to
have a good handle on economics (if his interview a couple Sundays ago was any indication), etc., etc.... he makes it easy for McCain to go
after him.

Greg, VA   April 3rd, 2008 7:09 pm ET

Hey, Obama! It ain't over till the fat lady sings! Throughout history, the arrogance of Pretenders to the Throne has been their undoing. At the end of the road, this high handed posturing could cost you big time.

Chris from San Antonio   April 3rd, 2008 7:08 pm ET

So, let me get this straight. Obama is arrogant and presumptuous to begin thinking about after the primaries, but it's perfectly acceptable and actually encouraged for Hillary to ask Obama to be his VP?

Did I get it right, Hillary supporters?

Thany   April 3rd, 2008 7:06 pm ET

Ok.. everyone should watch:
Hillary: the Movie
it is on youtube and there are 9 parts to it..
Educate yourself oh my fellow american!

ACitizen   April 3rd, 2008 7:04 pm ET

This is another Obama tactic that is going to backfire. Every time he pulls a stunt like this the public reacts negatively to him. He is only ahead 2.8% in the popular votes with 8+ millions votes to be cast. A 15% Clinton victory in PA could narrow that down, and you factor in FL he is down.

Don't count out the PA voters!

Thany   April 3rd, 2008 7:02 pm ET

Why America want the " Cliton" family again?( intended misspell) Gawd! this is like going back to the past. More sex, lies and self fullment. They had their chance it is time to more on! I for one do not want to see her on my TV screen whining with "I" "I" – She is in menopause – hot and cold. It is time for retiring.
Obama is presidental! which = respect and world peace. He is one in a lifetime chance for something good.
Yes you all CAN!! now do it.

Jenny Sprowl   April 3rd, 2008 7:02 pm ET

Go Obama Go!!!!! All Aboard the Obama choo choo.. I love Barack Obama and most of my town want him.. He is smart enough to look to the future. It is just another sign of a great man. And he will be the best leader this country has ever known...... And I am a middle aged white woman, Very low income and no college.. Sen. Clinton does not have us all

OBAMA '08

"Keeping it real"   April 3rd, 2008 7:02 pm ET

Preparation is the foundation for which victory is built. The stronger the foundation, the more sound the superstructure. Restive folks who desire to be hateful and divisive are getting a lesson in change. There will be more than enough humble pie to go around, but Obama is far more magnanimous than to be vendictive. He'll be a gracious victor.

Ivan, Chicago, Illinois   April 3rd, 2008 6:58 pm ET

OBAMA WILL GO THE WAY OF GORE AND KERRY.

Smart   April 3rd, 2008 6:52 pm ET

Another first from Obama. Don't be suprised to see copies of this plan soon in the McCain's camp and (funny enough) in Clinton's camp. And that does not mean he has ignored the primaries.

The campain just gained MOMENTUM!

His campain has always been about strategic planning and so will his government be.

Oh I can't wait! 2009; FASTER!!!

Grif   April 3rd, 2008 6:52 pm ET

If you ever mention the word "Racist's" For Mr Obama... Then you either have you're own Bias for him, or you're just stupid.....

Religion! Religion! Stupid Religion... Is the Problem .... People Programmed with Stupid Illusion, that nobody as the slightly idea what they are talking about.... Grow Up.......... Stop beating up little Children, and using Garbage on all the young folk... For years to come..

Reverend?... The real most Subliminal Idiot of all...

Mia   April 3rd, 2008 6:52 pm ET

Whether he is the nominee or not, ,which I suspect he will be, he has said he would do everything possible to get the Democratic Nominee elected. You cannot wait until June to start preparing.

Get a grip people, it's not a presumption or arrogance, it is called being PROACTIVE, something the Democrats haven't always been very good at.

Geri   April 3rd, 2008 6:51 pm ET

Why does Obama have to be the center of attention in every article that is printed on this site???

Marie H.   April 3rd, 2008 6:50 pm ET

Give me a break!!!!!!!! I suppose the Reverend Wright will be his campaign manager at that point!!!!! You Obama supporters better wake up before there won't be any roses left to smell!!!!!! The thought of Obama leading this country is absolutely horrifying.

Mindy   April 3rd, 2008 6:50 pm ET

It's time for a change America and Obama is the person for the job. My town believes Obama will and so do I. So shut up Billary and quit while you still have some standing left.

OBAMA '08

K.Celina IL for Hillary   April 3rd, 2008 6:49 pm ET

NO !!!!!! TO OBAMAMANIA !!!!!!!!!!!!
He is just empty talker, talker, talker !!!!!!
What he have done for anybody, beside his family (vacationing, while election is in process), politycal support for Rezko, while taking care of his start in Chicago area (bought hause below market value with connection to Rezko) NO !!!!!! TO !!!!!! OBAMA !!!!!!!!!!!!
He is to lazy to do anything for others, free (no personal profits) !!!!!!
No !!!! Way Obama could do anything good for this COUNTRY !!!!!
NOOOOO!!!!! TOOO!!!!!! OBAMA !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

jennifer   April 3rd, 2008 6:47 pm ET

Some people are saying that Barack is getting ahead of himself.
Well I think that is a fantastic trait in a leader.
If he wins or not I see that he's trying to do something good for the party unlike the Clintons.

Jenny   April 3rd, 2008 6:45 pm ET

Go Obama. He is a smart man who knows what to do to make this great country of ours even better. Sen. Clinton needs to wake up and stop dreaming of being a queen. Somebody please!! Stick a fork in her and tell her she is done.. Get over it Hill Billy.. Obama is our man

OBAMA '08

bbc,MN   April 3rd, 2008 6:42 pm ET

Clinton will soon start recruiting to stop him from winning general election. I dont know how accurate this report is but I heard that Hillary and Bill will endorse John McCain. They will use national security as their deciding factor when they make their endorsement.

SlapStick, FL   April 3rd, 2008 6:39 pm ET

Hmmm as usual, I can already see that the CLINTONITES have arrived and spewing their hatred. Drawers and Panties in a Bunch!!! A good leader plans ahead and heads the plan. Once again, this is why Obama gets my vote because of being a natural leader; not a leader who feels that it is their given right to the Dem nomination. I noticed that when the drawers went to getting tight for Hillary, she stopped ignoring little states that she figured would not be worth it. Now she is trying to ride that Obama train into all states.

Obama 08 because he went to all the states!!!

Patrick   April 3rd, 2008 6:36 pm ET

No one ever talks about the fact that Clinton's "Key State" plan is EXACTLY why Gore and Kerry lost. Counting on just a few key states instread of a 50 state strategy is a LOSING plan of the past. WAKE UP HILLARY.

INDY PENDENT   April 3rd, 2008 6:35 pm ET

Where can I get a cup of this Obama Kool Aide everbody seems to be drunk with?
Do Americans really want a Man with No Answers or Solutions, basically he is a Motivational Speaker.
Is Obama Anthony Robbins with a mask on?
Sure sounds like Presidential Material to me.
Slurp Slurp Slurp….

Valerie   April 3rd, 2008 6:33 pm ET

Good idea or not! Obama your intense ambition is starting to show. Didn't Michelle & Oprah tell you; not to count your chickens before they are hatched?

Beware and BeAware   April 3rd, 2008 6:32 pm ET

Tragedy lurks in the general election....so sad

Nikole   April 3rd, 2008 6:30 pm ET

TO: All Obama Haters
Just stating on a blog that Obama will not win the GE DOES NOT make it true.

no to obama   April 3rd, 2008 6:29 pm ET

Someone really needs to cut this peacock off at the knees.

HILLARY 2008

Hispanics now for Obama   April 3rd, 2008 6:24 pm ET

We love you Barack!!!!!

Si se puede!!!!!!

TheLeftNut   April 3rd, 2008 6:21 pm ET

Are we there yet?

Tobias   April 3rd, 2008 6:20 pm ET

I'm ready for a black president, too. But I'd like one with at least a smidgen of experience and perhaps one that didn't lie every time he turned around. He'll probably be in jail once the Rezko scandal hits full tilt so I wouldn't worrk about any "fellows' program.

Someone PLEASE fix CHERYL's computer   April 3rd, 2008 6:20 pm ET

Every time I read a blog I see CHERYL with 5-10 posts, all in caps and double spaced spewing comments that have nothing to do with the topic. If your posts had any beef to them you wouldn’t need the caps for people to read and pay attention to them. You keep bringing up Resko over and over again. If there was so much dirt on Obama about this, trust me, most of it would be out. I know what color socks Rev. Wright wore yesterday because the media (mainly Fox) is trying to dig up everything that they can about his ex-pastor. If there was so much "juicy" info on the Resko thing then I'm sure we would have heard it by now. You may want to take a peek at the Clinton’s tax returns before you start talking about shady dealings.

4REAL   April 3rd, 2008 6:19 pm ET

Obama is a smart man that will lead this nation. This is a good plan for young people to do some work that will help them in the future. Smart move Obama you are the man.

cximines   April 3rd, 2008 6:19 pm ET

Forward thinking, planning and preparation is always good. There is nothing wrong with being prepared when and if the opportunity should present itself. Kudos to Obama!

Jeff in WI   April 3rd, 2008 6:18 pm ET

I love how all these Obama haters seem to also hate the 1st Amendment...

Peter Damoah-Afari   April 3rd, 2008 6:17 pm ET

All statistics show that Obama will be the nominee. So, all HIllary supporters should start thinking of joining Obama's wagon to fight for the seat in November. Gob Bless Obama!!!1

karen charlottesville, va   April 3rd, 2008 6:15 pm ET

I'm happy to see that he has a strong, viable strategic plan for the summer and fall. Glad to see that he is not being distracted by the disarray of the competing campaign. He's demonstrating his leadership with clear vision and and a plan of attack going into the general election. Thank goodness he is withstanding the "Tanya Harding/kitchen sink" approach, and I am certain that the remaining voters will rise for a candidate who respects their intelligence and requires their commitment.. Obama 08

Ernest   April 3rd, 2008 6:14 pm ET

We are ready President OBAMA.

Ronald   April 3rd, 2008 6:12 pm ET

Hillary has 35 years of experience in planning this election! You can tell by the exemplary way she has run her campaign (fundraising, paying bills on time, blatant racism). Hillary all the way!!!

OMG, I can't believe I just misspoke. It must be time to go to bed!

Former Obama supporter   April 3rd, 2008 6:11 pm ET

This is why people don’t like Obama. He is so cocky. It’s good to have confidence, but to be arrogant. I really hate that about him. It is a turnoff to voters.

Charlie C.   April 3rd, 2008 6:10 pm ET

Obama is looking forward... I like this sign and it's pretty clear at this time it will be Obama Vs. McCain

Obama '08!

Sergio   April 3rd, 2008 6:07 pm ET

Hold your horses osbama. It is not over yet!

VOTER FOR TRUTH AND DIGNITY IN AMERICA   April 3rd, 2008 6:05 pm ET

Obama always plans for the future. I think Obama planned his
method of receiving small donations on the internet long before
Hillary even thought of it.

Obama 2008
Retired Professional White Woman for Obama from Day1

Subir Sinharoy   April 3rd, 2008 6:05 pm ET

No disrespect to anyone. But I believe, Obama is a smarter choice as next president.

Klaus from Vancouver   April 3rd, 2008 6:03 pm ET

Very Presidential! At least someone is thinking ahead to deal with McCain. He certainly has enough capitol to go at both McCain and Clinton. Wouldn't that just urk Clinton even more, that Obama look past her as a distraction and just focus on McCain. It would be a risk, but one that might just work.

Independent for Obama   April 3rd, 2008 5:59 pm ET

I'M IN! Just tell me where and when! GO OBAMA 08!

joyce   April 3rd, 2008 5:56 pm ET

good
we look forward to it and it will create summer jobs for young people
go bama

Yall betta wake up   April 3rd, 2008 5:56 pm ET

He can recruit all he wants. He will not win the GE.

ANTI CLINTONS   April 3rd, 2008 5:54 pm ET

Do what ever it takes and put the Clintons to rest once and for all!

Barak Schmobama   April 3rd, 2008 5:53 pm ET

Why not pick Hugo Chavez as a running mate? He hates the United States, too.

Hay   April 3rd, 2008 5:51 pm ET

Good for him. the new poll out says 76% of people are ready for a black president. I don't even think of him as a black man or a white man just a very strong smart man who can lead our country and bring good things to America.

Wake up   April 3rd, 2008 5:51 pm ET

Wow!! He hasn't won yet. And he won't.

White_Woman_for_Obama   April 3rd, 2008 5:51 pm ET

That's great. I think that it's exactly what he needs to do. He doesn't have to push Clinton out of the race, and he isn't trying to. However, he has to choose where to concentrate his attention and resources.

I think I might be a bit old for the fellowship program, but I'll be volunteering this summer in some capacity or other. I'll ask them where they think I'll be most useful.

Sara from Arizona   April 3rd, 2008 5:50 pm ET

Great idea! Obama 08'

Jesse   April 3rd, 2008 5:49 pm ET

Hispanic from Texas you will never get my Vote in Nov. Go McCain!!!

Ralph   April 3rd, 2008 5:46 pm ET

Hiring more thugs to intimidate Super Delegates into voing for him.
He knows he is a loser,but wants to be president so badly, that he is willing to try anything to steal the nomination away from AMERICAS BEST HOPE FOR THE FURTURE. hILLARY MAY EVEN DO A BETTER AND GREATER JOB THAN BILL DID.HE IS SO FAR THE BEST PRESIDENT WE'VE HAD.

HP Boston   April 3rd, 2008 5:45 pm ET

Dave W. April 3rd, 2008 1:00 pm ET

Carter was not an exceptional President, but he tried. I think what he has done after his Presidency means much more. He has been a continuos spokesman for peace and antipoverty and involved in Countrys that do not have millions of barrels of oil under their soil. His judgement is still respected in the Democratic party.
* I doubt you will ever be able to say that about OBAMA.
He is a lot like Carter but in the wrong pew.

Obama Richardson   April 3rd, 2008 5:41 pm ET

Now, THIS shows organization and planning for the future. He is way ahead of Clinton.

Obama is the new type of leader.

Obama is our next president.

Let us be proud! :)

Tejano   April 3rd, 2008 5:40 pm ET

The youth are gullible and easily mislead. Wake up America. This smells like 1936 and the Hitler Youth Corp.

Nelson, VA   April 3rd, 2008 5:39 pm ET

Comment: 75% say US ready for a black president.

We've been ready, no one has ever run. Also, we're ready for a hispanic president, a Jewish president, a Native American president, an Asian president, a woman president. Hell, we're ready for a green president. Just as long as the person is honest, and has the American public's best interest.

Obama 08

Observer, Jacksonville, FL   April 3rd, 2008 5:36 pm ET

Yes!!! That is what we need right now. John McCain has already started campaigning for the general election while Democrats are still arguing about whether or not Hillary Clinton should step aside. Wake up and see the light, Hillary cannot win against John! Her position on all the major issues affecting the American has been the same as McCain. The only difference will be the main claim she has been confusing with real experience – which is longevity in Washington. On this longevity in Washington, McCain beats her and therefore head to head with McCain, guess who would win – McCain of course. I'm directly appealing to all superdelegates to side with Obama before end of this month and put this circus to an end.

Sharon Minnesota   April 3rd, 2008 5:30 pm ET

It's not over Obama. Don't count your chickens.

justobserve   April 3rd, 2008 5:30 pm ET

That's the thing to do, Obama! People can't just get bogged down by the Clintons. They can spoil the game but the game will go on without them. As for MI&FL votes, have an ad with Clinton's signed agreement and her statement that the votes won't count and her spin now that voters' right should be respected, along side her recalling of sniper's fires in Bosnia and the real scene.

Veterans For Obama   April 3rd, 2008 5:29 pm ET

Sign me up, Barack. I've got a legion of Veterans who apreciate all you have done for us in the senate. The other candidates sent us to war and forgot about us.

Thank You on behalf of all who will wake up tomorrow because of your efforts.

Gabby   April 3rd, 2008 5:26 pm ET

talk about foresight! I like this man!

Mimi in Chicago   April 3rd, 2008 5:26 pm ET

Smart move!

GCG - Austin, TX   April 3rd, 2008 5:25 pm ET

Right, and that's exactly what he said he would do - help drive for a Democratic win in November not only of the presidency but also of the Congress. Here's a candidate that is actually FOLLOWING THROUGH on a campaign promise.

Imagine that.

Hillary 08   April 3rd, 2008 5:24 pm ET

Go Away Obama!!!!

CHERYL   April 3rd, 2008 5:23 pm ET

OBAMA CANNOT BE TRUSTED!!!!!!!

CHERYL   April 3rd, 2008 5:22 pm ET

HIS HEAD IS SO SWOLLEN!

IT WILL POP ON APRIL 22!!!!!!!!!

HILLARY LEADS IN THE POLLS!!!!!

jyh1920   April 3rd, 2008 5:22 pm ET

His people are smart. That is why the made head way in the primaries before Clinton and the other candidates knew what hit them.
The didn't even count him as a factor.

Tony Burroughs   April 3rd, 2008 5:22 pm ET

It stands to reason they are already starting & this is not a presumptive move, but more of an indication of the extremely well-planned campaign strategies that the Obama people have already exhibited. Whether or not you are for or against him, he and his people have changed campaigning as we know it.

Jeff in WI   April 3rd, 2008 5:21 pm ET

I love ya Barack, but it might be premature.

Hillary is bound and determined to steal this, and she might yet pull it off...she's a Clinton after all.

They'll steal the "w" right out of "Obama Fellows"

Eric in SC   April 3rd, 2008 5:21 pm ET

And cue the whining hilldog supporters!
Obama 08!!!!

YOU NEED TO KNOW   April 3rd, 2008 5:19 pm ET

I just admire Senator Obama's campaign and his management team. They are very good at planning.

AND THIS IS ALL BECAUSE OF THE LEADERSHIP FROM THE TOP

GerriG   April 3rd, 2008 5:17 pm ET

He is always miles ahead thats why I believe in him. He is looking into the future, God bless him and thank god, AMEN,He is doing the right thing.
OBAMA 08

Felly   April 3rd, 2008 5:16 pm ET

Yes, we can! Si se Puede!

jl   April 3rd, 2008 5:15 pm ET

What a wise decision to think ahead and to prepare for the general election.

THIS DEMONSTRATES GREAT LEADERSHIP- it is better to be ready

than not. No harm-No foul!

Pho   April 3rd, 2008 5:14 pm ET

That guy is absolutely terrific. And yes, he will win the November elections, so this is a great step ahead to keep up with McCain's moves.

Emma   April 3rd, 2008 5:13 pm ET

He is soooooo smart!

Don't you love it? The next President of the United States – Senator Barrack Obama!

CaliforniaGold   April 3rd, 2008 5:13 pm ET

Gee whiz, Obama planning that far ahead? Sounds like he just might be prepared to be president on Day One.

GO OBAMA!

finpower   April 3rd, 2008 5:13 pm ET

NOVEMBER TUESDAY 8 PM. MISSOURI GOES TO JOHN McCAIN GET THE PICTURE.

jp/michigan   April 3rd, 2008 5:13 pm ET

Don't count your chickens before they hatch! All Americans haven't voted yet. This is how Obama campaign has been ran from the beginning. You can do what ever, Obama will not be President!

lol   April 3rd, 2008 5:12 pm ET

maybe they could go work for hillary since she'll be the nominee in november. she should have the popular vote by then, and i'm sure she'll win the big states like she always does even though he outspends her 4-1

Eric-PA   April 3rd, 2008 5:09 pm ET

What an egomaniac!

Truth - NY   April 3rd, 2008 5:09 pm ET

Talk about smart!!
This man have the right stuff!
ClintDUHnians need to quit backing a liar and get onboard.
His finances are in order- his tax returns are made public- we know how much was raised in March – Hillary?? – Still waiting!
Obama 08

Peter   April 3rd, 2008 5:07 pm ET

Good idea, Senator Obama. If you continue to organize, maybe you will carry more states in 2008 than your newest supporter carried in 1980.

Anita   April 3rd, 2008 5:07 pm ET

Say this or say that; but Obama's camp is organized for the win.

mimi de la cruz for OBAMA   April 3rd, 2008 5:07 pm ET

WE CAN BE CERTAIN, HE IS NOT GOING TO SKIP READING

THE NATIONAL SECURITY REPORTS.

Michael   April 3rd, 2008 5:07 pm ET

Be careful Senator Obama. I want you to win the nomination but take care against Hillary Clinton and the evil she'll continue to spew at you. She won't rest until she's forced to step down or you win the nomination FAIR and SQUARE.

Good luck Barack Obama, Me and millions of other supporters are behind you 110%

YES WE CAN!!!

Stacy Clarks,   April 3rd, 2008 5:06 pm ET

THAT IS WHAT YOU CALL SMART THINKING

THINKING AHEAD

KEEPING YOU EYE ON THE BALL

GREAT PLANNER

GREAT PRESIDENT

OBAMA 08!!!!

Grif   April 3rd, 2008 5:03 pm ET

You mean more little Gremlins? Obama..
Ain't just the one, "You". Enough...

Obamama Lu   April 3rd, 2008 5:03 pm ET

He has big plans for this country! Shoot for the moon Obama!

Herman LA, CA   April 3rd, 2008 5:03 pm ET

Yes we are

Yes we will

Yes we can

Obama 08!!!

58 old white ladies for OBAMA   April 3rd, 2008 5:02 pm ET

SHARP, YOUNG, WELL EDUCATED MIND, WILL BE ONE

OF THE GREATEST PRESIDENTS WE HAVE EVER HAD.

GOD KNOWS WE NEED ONE.

Donald   April 3rd, 2008 5:01 pm ET

Until he says whom he will be voteing for Pres Carter can hint all he wants Hints don't matter and the news media needs to report something else

Seth   April 3rd, 2008 5:00 pm ET

This is a very prudent move on Obama's part. I don't think there is anyone out there that has more than wishful thinking about Hillary being the nominee, including Hillary herself.

Jot   April 3rd, 2008 5:00 pm ET

Day dreamer

paul in pittsburgh   April 3rd, 2008 4:59 pm ET

THAT SEEMS QUITE PRESUMPTIVE. LET HIM SHOOT HIMSELF IN THE FOOT.

david goldman for OBAMA   April 3rd, 2008 4:58 pm ET

OBAMA IS A GREAT CEO.

WILL MAKE A GREAT PRESIDENT.

ellianna   April 3rd, 2008 4:58 pm ET

YES WE CAN!! YES WE CAN!! ROLL ON, BARACK OBAMA!!
I LIKE THE WAY YOU ROLL!!

Brian   April 3rd, 2008 4:57 pm ET

Already looking forward to November. Godspeed, Mr. President! And good luck to you!

OBAMA '08!!!

Dilly WA   April 3rd, 2008 4:57 pm ET

Again Obama shows he is organized and thinks ahead. Which canidate has displayed a grasp of economics best?

Ruben   April 3rd, 2008 4:56 pm ET

This is a sharp contrast from Hillary and her campaign, when they did not have a strategy after Super Tuesday (when she thought she would be crowned). We are witnessing one of the most succesful, organized campaigns in recent history and that is Obama´s campaign.

Goes to show you the great potential this man has to be President; he is defeating the "almost invincible" trio of Bill, Hillary, and Chelsea
Clinton. America, this is a one in a lifetime opportunity. Go Obama.

phood   April 3rd, 2008 4:55 pm ET

It is encouraging to see someone with a long view.
Building support from the ground up is the ONLY way real change happens. We are witnessing his style of governance in his campaign.
Bravo Obama.

Karin   April 3rd, 2008 4:53 pm ET

LOL....I knew it was a reason why I love This Him So Much.........Because his always looking ahead no matter who tries to come down on him....in other words he's a strong man.....with all thats going on around him....he can still move ahead and stay on track with whats most important......you have to give it to this man......Most people would have cave in........And America knows it too....

TAHARI, CT   April 3rd, 2008 4:53 pm ET

I really wish I could take off work and do this!! It would be awesome.

I also hope Hillary jumps aboard this moving train too.

Terry in Texas   April 3rd, 2008 4:52 pm ET

I have 167 students, and another 70% of their parents ready to battle for Senator Obama. Most impressively, these are all first time voters eligible in November. We live in a community that has a long history of conservative support so you will find a few McCain signs in front yards. There are no, NONE, signs that say Hillary. The feeling here is very bad for her bullying husband and the henchman in her camp.

Where do we sign up for Senator Obama!

Bobbie   April 3rd, 2008 4:51 pm ET

I would call that forward thinking, good judgement and strategic planning. These are the skills we expect from a President.

Concerned Democrat   April 3rd, 2008 4:49 pm ET

He's going to need all the help he can get if he gets the party's nomination becuase it will be a hard sell for him in Michigan and Florida as well as with those who staunchly supported Hillary Clinton.

maya   April 3rd, 2008 4:49 pm ET

Arrogant twit.

How can it be acceptable to not even allow a re-vote for Florida and Michigan. He won't get away with this....it will cost us all unfortunately...

Brian   April 3rd, 2008 4:48 pm ET

choo choo the Obama express has past Clinton and will run over McCain in November

demo craxy   April 3rd, 2008 4:47 pm ET

YES WE CAN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Deb   April 3rd, 2008 4:47 pm ET

He won't be the nominee, not viable enough to win in a general election!

Jeff Radun   April 3rd, 2008 4:47 pm ET

Nice to see he is so sure he will win the last 10 states and Florida and Michigan.
If Hilllry win he will have egg on his face

Christopher W. Mannoia   April 3rd, 2008 4:45 pm ET

He needs to! And, he needs to start thinking about a Vice President, and a full cabinet.

Lynn D   April 3rd, 2008 4:44 pm ET

Senator Obama is going to be like Dewey when he ran against Truman. I believe that voters are getting angry at Senator Obama for presuming that he is the nominee before all of the people have voted. Word of caution to Senator Obama: Don't presume anything because your bold presumption may cause voters to think differently about you and vote for Senator Clinton.

david   April 3rd, 2008 4:44 pm ET

The winner has to do. now all dems should rally behind him. Sen. clinotn will endorse obama someday. she will not help Mccain because she is a democrat. I hope so but it is hard to trust Clintons because they are good in tactics.

Tom   April 3rd, 2008 4:43 pm ET

Wow, another Obama News Network plug for the man from Illinois. To think, CNN can keep all their old logos – they just have to round off the C into an O!!!

PD   April 3rd, 2008 4:40 pm ET

Im in already!

Celia Ann   April 3rd, 2008 4:39 pm ET

That has been up for over a week, both of my college aged kids signed up.

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