April 3, 2008
Posted: 10:38 AM ET
CNN

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(CNN) — New Mexico Gov. Bill Richardson on Wednesday sharply disputed Bill Clinton's reported claim that Richardson promised not to endorse Barack Obama's bid for the White House.

"I never did," Richardson told CNN. "I never saw [President Clinton] five times. I saw him when he watched the Super Bowl with me. We made it very clear to him that he shouldn't expect an endorsement after that meeting."

Bill Clinton's comments reportedly came during a recent meeting with some California superdelegates. The San Francisco Chronicle reported the former president got "red faced" when the subject of Richardson came up and said, "Five times to my face (Richardson) said that he would never do that."

In the interview Wednesday, Richardson acknowledged he was "very close to endorsing" Clinton, but decided not to after the campaign got "nasty."

"I held back. I waited. I felt the campaign got nasty. I heard Senator Obama; he would talk to me continuously," Richardson said.

"The Clintons should get over this," he added.

Richardson, a former U.N. Ambassador and Energy Secretary in the Clinton administration, endorsed Obama late last month.

Read more: Richardson denies promise to Clintons

Related: Watch Bill Richardson's interview on The Situation Room.

Filed under: Bill Richardson


SZ   April 3rd, 2008 2:01 pm ET

Your career is over, Mr. Richardson.

Kevin   April 3rd, 2008 2:00 pm ET

I still don't know how anyone could support HRC after all these shenanigans. It's sickening and sad. If Obama loses the general it'll be b/c white women will be too stubborn to face the fact that Hillary lost fair and square. It's sad to see her go down ungracefully like this, she's got to do something to restore her image

David   April 3rd, 2008 1:59 pm ET

Clinton's, they said his endorsement is almost nothing. Now, everyday they are crying out using Russiand style.

LISA   April 3rd, 2008 1:58 pm ET

Sore Loosers! GET OVER IT!!!!!!

Rob   April 3rd, 2008 1:57 pm ET

Glad to hear Mr. Richardson make this statement. It made no sense that Bill Clinton was so angry and redfaced- now it does; Bill Clinton was making the "five times" thing up? It's possible isn't it.
What an increasingly ugly presidential race. I for one must reject candidates who lie at the frequency and depth that the Clintons manage.

RRH, Connecticut   April 3rd, 2008 1:54 pm ET

There is something in Richardson's tone that leads me to believe he did promise his endorsement to Hillary. I noticed when John King interviewed him, he put his head down and no eye-to-eye contact. He also said, Obama was constantly calling him. I think Richardson got sick of the calls and caved, but no way do I believe he didn't first promise it to Hillary Clinton.
Obama brought up Al Gore's name in PA at a rally and said he will give him a position. He went on to say he speaks to Gore often. Name dropper yes, but, he calls Gore trying to capture an endorsement.

Texican   April 3rd, 2008 1:53 pm ET

O'Bama and Richardson deserve each other. They are both toast. McCain will sweep the country if Obama is the candidate of the left.

The Republic of Texas is coming.

Mike M. Majmundar   April 3rd, 2008 1:52 pm ET

Another lie from the Clintons. When does this stop. Can we elect a Clinton?

michael   April 3rd, 2008 1:51 pm ET

Why on EARTH do the Clintons feel betrayed. This is America and democracy is at play. Hillary said delegates can switch sides (only those that endorsed Obama) otherwise if you dare go against their will then dont cry wolf if Billary attack machine come your way. I think every american citizens owes the Clintons and you definately should vote for them by default

Dem of NJ   April 3rd, 2008 1:49 pm ET

What can we say about Richardson? He reminds me an old survey
in which people were saying politicans were the one of the worst people in the world.

On Borrowed Time, Atlanta, GA   April 3rd, 2008 1:48 pm ET

I just find it very telling that they have singled out Richardson as a Hispanic for their vitriol. It seems like they treated African Americans, they are only ok with you as long as you don't exercise independent thought. Nobody from the Clinton campaign publicly villified Sen. Kennedy for his decision. Kind of gives you an insight to how they really feel about minorities.

Shane   April 3rd, 2008 1:33 pm ET

What kills me is the rationale in these comments that demonizes Bill Richardson for going against the will of his state. I'm sure that Clinton supporters will be singing a different tune when Hillary must rely upon superdelegates voting AGAINST the wishes of their states (because that's what HAS to happen for Clinton to win) in order to steal the nomination from the popular vote and delegate winner, President Barack Obama.

Rich   April 3rd, 2008 1:04 pm ET

Doesn't Gov. Richardson have anything else to do?

Kishon   April 3rd, 2008 1:00 pm ET

I fill that Hillary Clinton should bow out gracefully, due to the fact that she is not ahead in delagates and the numbers are a proven factor in this race, i" mean it is what it is Obama is ahead. Clinton also needs to let the "pastor Wright story go, this is old news and Obama has his own mind and his own ethics on how he would run this country. Clinton is only trying to distract everyone from: her not turning in her tax documents and,why she lied about the snypers, and why she has to wait 2 weeks to tell how much campayne money she has raised in march!

MP   April 3rd, 2008 1:00 pm ET

To Amy Jo

Did you really ask why the obsession with MLK lately? You are kidding right?

Kareem from Hampton VA   April 3rd, 2008 12:54 pm ET

Once again the endorsement doesnt mean anything BUT YET he's a judas! Do any of you clinton supporters have your own thoughts? You all just regurgitate everything they say! I havent seen the word disenfranchise used this much until AFTER hillary said it now its the judas word! Stop being dumb…be a free thinker! come on you guys you can do it!

Cathy   April 3rd, 2008 12:54 pm ET

I think it's important the the public understands that Richardson is all about himself. What's amusing is that he seems insulted to be called on it.

Linda   April 3rd, 2008 12:53 pm ET

Money and promises of power swayed his vote. He is not loyal, and he does not stand on his own. The Clintons made this man and this is how they repay them? Good Riddance. We will have him and a list of many to thank… when the Iraq war lasts unit 2012.
Thank you Oprah for giving this man and his "loving" Christ like church so much $$ to destroy american and buy votes

Rufus King   April 3rd, 2008 12:52 pm ET

Mr.Richardson make a great statement as to why he was supporting Mr. Obama. He is a very special person with a healing charisma that it what the country need.He can unite the Country without the me concept and mean spirited personality of the Clinton Clan. Get over it "Tricky" Willie Clinton. You planned to have another Clinton in the White house years ago. Being an old country boy, Iam sure you have heard that sometimes a blind squirrel will get an acorn "Tricky" Willie. Smoke filled rooms failed this time Bubba . The best plans of mouse and men ?

Reidh   April 3rd, 2008 12:51 pm ET

McCain is going to win, ultimately. Obama can't win, realistically. Clinton isn't even going to win it democratically. But from the looks of the News etc. it seems that clinton has a chance, Obama is going to be the victor, and mcCain is a non-entity. That is the Bias in the Media. It actually reflects the hopes and dreams of the naive.

Gabriel   April 3rd, 2008 12:50 pm ET

Mary,

You'll vote GOP if Obama get the nom?

Ok, take a deep breath

We've been eating the same food for the past 8 years that has made you very very sick to your stomach. Now, because it's not the person you want your going back to order the Same food that has made you sick?

Come on folks, when this thing all over with, whether Hillary or Obama, we Dem's must collect our thoughts with regards to voting another Republican into that office. We still may increase our majority in both Houses but with a sitting GOP Pres we're NOT going to get anything done…..like the past 8 years!!

Think, unite, WIN!!!!

JMarie   April 3rd, 2008 12:49 pm ET

Thank you Bill Richardson for the strength to say the truth. Bill C: "he promised five times…"; Hillary C: "we were under sniper fire…". Scary manipulative liars.

Brian BC Mich.   April 3rd, 2008 12:45 pm ET

Does it really matter!!! I love these blogs and polls, a bunch of volunteers sit around writing comments on the blogs and you poll 700 people and that counts for the whole country.
Let people vote!!! Who cares what the Superdelagates think, Last time I checked Americans were free and could form their own opinions.

Darrell   April 3rd, 2008 12:45 pm ET

Bill and Hillary Clinton are liars. Let's face it, his law license revoked for lying under oath, Hillary lying about running from Sniper Fire in Bosnia….. Bill taught Hillary how to lie and probably after the Monica Mess promised Hillary the Presidency with his contacts. Now that is backfiring and a new leader in Mr. Obama has erupted, leading in all accounts when the Clinton Campaign hadn't planned for Mr. Obama to be in the Primaries after Feb. 5, 2008, they were saddendly mistaken. Mr. Obama is healing for our Nation of all accounts, Economics, Race, Education, Foreign Affairs, Domestic, etc… Hey when you have YOUNG PEOPLE-the future of our government involved because of a canidate, America need to listen carefully to their actions, their financial contributions and to their willingness to improve government old policies. It's a NEW DAY, and OBMAMA is the PERSON for USA….. CLINTON they even have the word "LI" in there names…………

Living in the USA   April 3rd, 2008 12:44 pm ET

Hillary and Bill are equally yoked in marriage. He lied to the country about not having an affair with Monica. She lied to the country about going into enemy fire.

Jim   April 3rd, 2008 12:38 pm ET

Isn't Richardson the one who said Super Delegates should vote for their constituency (Clinton won New Mexico), then 2 weeks later backs Obama? So, now we're to believe what he says. I don't think so.

Sergio   April 3rd, 2008 12:37 pm ET

Branded Judas and his trademark is traitor.

Tubby The Tuba   April 3rd, 2008 12:37 pm ET

Good for Bill Richardson, tell it like it is!

chris   April 3rd, 2008 12:37 pm ET

Hillary still gets my vote !

Go Hillary !

Yen   April 3rd, 2008 12:36 pm ET

Richardson is a hypocrite. A few months ago he said superdelegates should represent their constituencies. He is endorsing Obama even though Hillary won New Mexico. When John Roberts asked him about this, Richardson said we shouldn't be too technical. So, let me get this straight. Superdelegates should only represent their constituencies if it benefits Obama. Otherwise, superdelegates should vote for whoever they want.

Justin from West Haven, CT   April 3rd, 2008 12:36 pm ET

Clinton vs. every Democrat except Bill

Saturday Night, Stamford, CT

WWE Money in the Bank Ladder Match

Julie   April 3rd, 2008 12:36 pm ET

Yes, Mr. Richardson, we'll ALL get over it, or should some of us say, we'll all get over YOU, come next election that you run for anything. I'm a New Mexico citizen, have always voted for you, but regardless of what your personal feelings were, you had an obligation to endorse what the majority of your state's citizens voted for. Instead you dismissed each and every one of us, all for the possibility of furthering your political career. Well, good luck - hope Obama gives you a good political position, maybe one like what Clinton gave you in the past.

JH   April 3rd, 2008 12:36 pm ET

If it where not for the Clintons , Bill Richardson wouyld be a nobody. He is traitor. His state voted for Hilalry too. He even betrayed the people in his state He have no chance to be president and he think maybe he can have chance to VP of Obama. The truth is Omaba just used him to get Spanish Votes. Obama will never think about he is his vp. He will lost everything.

Go Hillary!!!!!!

David   April 3rd, 2008 12:36 pm ET

It's all about control. Hillary wants what her husband had, power and control. Ironiclly she is finding out that she cant control the free thinkers in the Democratic Party and it irritates the Clintons.

Control and Power… She cant have it and she's pissed off.

Hillary go bowling and cool off.

As an independant I will vote for either McCain or Obama.

BUT NEVER EVER A CLINTON.

Fred   April 3rd, 2008 12:35 pm ET

And when the voters speak in your upcoming election Richardon, I hope you just "get over it"

You overplayed your hand this time.

Eduardo of TX   April 3rd, 2008 12:35 pm ET

TRAITOR TO NEW MEXICO & TO THE LATINO COMMUNITY! You will regret what you did to us, expecially when HILLARY wins!!!!!! And pls. SHUT UP already!

REALIST NJ   April 3rd, 2008 12:34 pm ET

It wont matter anyway,John Mccain will be our next president.

9 words to be afraid of: we're the government and we are here to help.

John Mccain 08

Rebecca (CBear)   April 3rd, 2008 11:34 am ET

Maybe he should have asked Bill what his definition of "is" is? When will she (they) ever realize that she is NOT entitiled to the Presidency? Please leave now while you still have an ounce of dignity. The more dirt you dig, Hillary, the deeper the political career goes. 6 feet under.

Michael B.   April 3rd, 2008 11:34 am ET

"Carville and others say that I owe President Clinton's wife my endorsement because he gave me two jobs. Would someone who worked for Carville then owe his wife, Mary Matalin, similar loyalty in her professional pursuits?"

Bill Richardson

Maria Garcia   April 3rd, 2008 11:34 am ET

IF NOT HILLARY CLINTON, THEN OUR HISPANIC VOTES GOES TO JOHN MCCAIN. PERIOD.

mimi de la cruz for OBAMA   April 3rd, 2008 11:26 am ET

DON'T WORRY GOV. RICHARDSON WE KNOW WHO LIES HERE.

WE ARE PROUD OF YOU FOR PUTTING YOUR COUNTRY BEFORE

YOUR FRIENDS. SHE SOLD US OUT,BEHIND CLOSED DOORS,

WHEN SHE PROMISED THE NATION UNIVERSAL HEALTH CARE

& SHE SOLD US OUT WITH THE WAR. THEN CARVELL CALLS YOU

JUDAS.TRUST ME WE KNOW WHO JUDAS IS HERE

AND IT'S NOT YOU.

sally   April 3rd, 2008 11:26 am ET

Richardson is going on a MSM blitz and the story changes from one venue to another. Richardson is desperately trying to repair the damage this has done to his reputation. I think he is a liar, hypocrite, and opportunist and should quit digging his hole.

JT   April 3rd, 2008 11:23 am ET

I think the Clintons should expect some degree of loyalty from long time friends, but that expectation should not come across as if they own people.

Mr Bigger   April 3rd, 2008 11:16 am ET

Both Richardson and Clinton are very good liars.

Tanilan   April 3rd, 2008 11:15 am ET

Why should Bill Richardson not endorse Obama? I am beginning to think the Clintons are being a bunch of spoil Washington brats. Get over yourselves!

Mark   April 3rd, 2008 11:15 am ET

Richardson thinks Obama is going to win and he can ride his coat tails. Obama is not going to win. Richardson screwed up just like alot of other people who are endorsing Obama

RobJohnson   April 3rd, 2008 11:15 am ET

This thread reveals the ugliest side of the Clintons and their supporters.

They are absolutely convinced that Bill Richardson, the Democratic Party and America OWE them another round in the White House, and anybody who defies them is a "Judas" or a "traitor." Notice how many times those two words are used on this thread.

Obama haters are fond of calling his supporters a cult, but the Clinton campaign is the one acting like the Branch Davidians at Waco. Circle the wagons, and anybody who isn't with us is against us.

Sushil Thapa   April 3rd, 2008 11:15 am ET

Like any politician Richardson is no different. Obviously he is an opportunist and decided to opt for Obama , seeking greener pastures .Next time Richardson will root for Obama's opponent in a similar situation..

SaintSteven   April 3rd, 2008 11:14 am ET

According to the Clinton camp, I thought Richardson was un important as an endorser

V. Miller, CT   April 3rd, 2008 11:13 am ET

. . . .Who does Bill Clinton think he is trying to present himself as Boss
Tweed and strong arm the superdelegates?

John   April 3rd, 2008 11:13 am ET

I find it interesting that Richardson waited until there seemed to be a clear front-runner in the Dem race until he made an endorsement. This says to me that he had his own interest at heart when making the endorsement…appears he was positioning himself to be the vice-presidential candidate. He should be careful not to burn too many bridges along his way. As a registered Democrat, I'm not sure I'll even vote in the upcoming Presidential election. The behavior of the Democratic constituency (voters) has really turned me off to the party. Do people feel so threatened that a female is running for Presidency?! Democrats have been cannibalizing themselves - and it's repulsive! I am seriously considering a switch to Independent.

mariam gul   April 3rd, 2008 11:13 am ET

richardson is very honest man. he endorse which is best for the country. that is obama.

Philly   April 3rd, 2008 11:13 am ET

The Clintons are just plain weird. By the way Hillary Rocky lost the fight to the black guy. Bad analogy!

ART   April 3rd, 2008 11:12 am ET

Bill Richardson is a very well respected and popular hispanic governor. He has served his country well in public service. Those that think he owes the clintons for his hard work are insulting, not only Bill Richardson, but all hard working Americans.

Obama 08

Politra   April 3rd, 2008 11:12 am ET

Everyone is belongs to God first. Then to the nation.
Nobody is belongs to anybody.

Clintons are bad democrat who , very often, undermine & defame other democrats.

steveda - pennsylvania   April 3rd, 2008 11:12 am ET

WOW .. the truth according to Clinton, what a concept.. Bill, the "I didn't have sex with that woman" and then my all time favorite,,,, "define sex". Hillary brought peace to Northern ireland by hosting tea parties, while she dodged sniper fire and was fighting NAFTA by reverse lobbying….

Chelsea says "it's none of your business" even though her dad was President, having sex with a government employee, on government time (was Monica on overtime for that?), in a publicly owned building. At least Spitzer paid for his chick with his own money…..

The same crew that says pledged delegates should be able to change their vote, but that the party needs to listen to the people….

people need to carefully listen to the Clintons… the truth is the truth if it favors them, otherwise its just the media being against them …

Please please please my fellow PA'ers … lets vote Obama and rid ourselves of these people. They are piling it on so deep my shovel is no longer adequate and I can't afford a tractor!!!

paul   April 3rd, 2008 11:12 am ET

Richardson is a no good liar and a traitor. We can use traitors in our country. Him and Obama make a scarry team along with the Good Reverand Wright in tow.

Penn State   April 3rd, 2008 11:12 am ET

At the end of the day, both Obama and Clinton are going to be losers. Do you Obama supporters think that us Clinton supporters are actually going to vote for Obama in the General Election? Obama and his supporters have attacked Clinton so much that there is no way that we could support him. So how about you guys get over it and expect McCain to be the next president of the United States of America.

Ex-Hillary supporter   April 3rd, 2008 11:12 am ET

I admire Governor Richardson and those superdelegates who refuse to be bullied by the Clintons and clowns like Carville. Their heavy handed tactics and negative campaign show just how self serving they are.
My respect for Clinton has dwindled to zero, and I take full advantage of the mute button when she shows up on my tv screen.

Dan   April 3rd, 2008 11:11 am ET

I think Richardson was leaning toward Clinton early on. He made some nasty comments and zingers toward Obama in some of the early debates that made it seem like he was 'ganging up' on Obama with Clinton.

But he says her negativity and the tone of her campaign, coupled with the positive message Obama is sending made him change his mind. What is wrong with that? Why can't people accept that?

I think many, many Americans are sick of the negativity, the mud slinging, and especially the lies. Lie after lie.

There's a reason her campaign is broke and rumour has it that she is filing bankruptcy. No one is supporting her, financially, or otherwise.

I won't be suprised if PA is very close or if Obama even wins it.

Cathy in FL   April 3rd, 2008 11:11 am ET

Looks like President Clinton's memory is as bad as his business partner's, I mean wife's memory.

Jon   April 3rd, 2008 11:11 am ET

This is ethics! He feel who is smart

Joyce in Florida   April 3rd, 2008 11:11 am ET

Governor Richardson, you did not change your mind because the campaigning was getting nasty. You yourself stated that your mind was made up after you heard his speech on the race thing.

You are such a liar yourself. Obama courted (and possibly paid you) for his endorsement. Your career is definitely now over. So why don't you get over it? You wouldn't be where you are if it were not for President Clinton. I wonder how you sleep at night. Oh, maybe it's the promise that Obama made to you (whatever that is). He probably won't keep his word. Senator Obama's words mean NOTHING.

I sincerely hope Hillary Clinton wins the nomination and then we can say bye bye to you along with Senator Obama.

HILLARY CLINTON FOR PRESIDENT!!!!!!!!!!!!!

CHERYL   April 3rd, 2008 11:10 am ET

OBAMA IS NO LONGER ELECTABLE SO IT DOES NOT MATTER!!!!!
THESE PEOPLE ARE DELUSIONAL!

WHEN OBAMA GETS SWIFT BOATED OUT THEY WILL ALL LOOK LIKE FOOLS!!!!!!

VOTE FOR HILLARY AND WIN!!!!!!!!!

kp   April 3rd, 2008 11:10 am ET

Richardson will be Obama's vice president.

christine   April 3rd, 2008 11:10 am ET

hillary i respect you so much, but this time you cant win just do the right thing, like edwards dropped of and i respect him for that,

mar   April 3rd, 2008 11:10 am ET

Where do these people get the idea that OBAMA is from modest beginnings????? I wish I came from such a modest beginning.

GET REAL.

Hillary is a worker, OBAMA IS a slacker.

sue   April 3rd, 2008 11:09 am ET

Who cares. Richardson has ensured he won't be the VP though.
Obama , if he gets the nomination, will not be able to win the general election without the support of the Clinton supporters and Richardson on the ticket will make casting that vote for McCain all that much more likely.

Wake up!   April 3rd, 2008 11:09 am ET

Realistic wrote "Are you saying that a Clinton lied? I'm shocked, SHOCKED"

where have you been Realistic???? not only a Clinton lied, BOTH Clintons have lied!!! Lying is in their blood!

Sonny   April 3rd, 2008 11:09 am ET

The Clinton machine is so different from the Bush machine. We, all of us, being the intelligent people we are, know the Clintons never lie or "spin" or exaggerate and never get nasty or vengeful, unlike Bush. And we certainly know the Clintons never are surrounded by constant scandals of some sort or another, unlike Bush. We know for sure that the Clintons never are beholden to the big corporate lobbyists, unlike Bush. And, also unlike Bush, we know that Hillary would never vote to allow a president to use military force in Iraq. As I have shown, Hillary and Bill are a stark contrast to Bush, and that is why they can beat McCain, because he is so much like Bush, while Hillary is not. And, of course, we all know that Obama is exactly like Bush, so how can he represent real change. No, the real change will come from the candidate most unlike Bush…Hillary. So, Bill Richardson, not having the great perception that we have, somehow fooled himself into believing that Hillary is not a stark contrast to Bush. For some stupid reason, he has deluded himself into thinking that Obama is a real contrast to Bush and represents the real change that this country needs and will vote for in November. What in the world is he thinking?

CHERYL   April 3rd, 2008 11:08 am ET

RICHARDSON NEWS FLASH:::::::::::::::

YOU SCREWED UP!

MAYBE THIS IS WHY YOU ARE NO LONGER IN THE RACE!!!!!

THE WORD FLIP FLOPPER COMES TO MIND!!!!!!!!

JUST LIKE OBAMA CALLS HILLARY OLD SCHOOL BUT IS WILLING TO HAVE AL GORE ON HIS TEAM!!!!!!!!

WOULDN'T GORE QUALIFY AS OLD SCHOOL?

OBAMA WANTS IT BOTH WAYS!

HIS FOLLOWERS JUST DON'T GET IT!!!!!

HE SWITHES FROM ONE LIE OR BAD DECISION TO ANOTHER DAILY!!!!!!!

VOTE FOR A CALM RATIONAL INTELLIGENT INDIVIDUAL!

SENATOR CLINTON I TRUST HER!!!!!!!

Wake up   April 3rd, 2008 11:08 am ET

He has defiled his state, isn't? His state voted for the Clinton! A double betral!

Ramesh Patel, IL   April 3rd, 2008 11:08 am ET

The Clintons are addicted to LIES.

Debra   April 3rd, 2008 11:08 am ET

Child of God (10:29 am) : "May the Lord bless those reading this message, the next president of the US, and those endorsing him! Obama '08!!" What will happen to those not endorsing him?

Jean- texas   April 3rd, 2008 11:08 am ET

Why is Bill Clinton miffef again? Because he was lied too!! hmmm hypocrites the Clintons, no shame in your game. How is the American people supposed to react, when You lied under oath, and your wife was caught in a blatant lie, and yet still hiding y'all Tax returns. Who should be getting miffed! You (read Clintons) or the American people. You have no right to call another person a lier, while Lying is encrypted in the Clintons DNA.

Yes, I would take the TAX returns now!! Lets see what more lies that are encrypted there.

CNN, PLEASE POST!!!!!ALSO YOU SHOULD PUT

Jack Walden   April 3rd, 2008 11:07 am ET

The Clintons still cling to the concept of age old cronism where if someone does you good, you are expected to be indebted life long to the dynasty. Richardson may have been loyal to Bill Clinton but he does not owe anything to Hillary. It is wrong for Bill Clinton to expect loyality to his dynasty from people who served in his administration

Sold Out   April 3rd, 2008 11:07 am ET

Bill Richardson now no one will believe you anymore and no one will trust you again. You damaged your reputation. You sold out for whatever it is Obama promised you. Back stabbing is pretty low.

LMDJ   April 3rd, 2008 11:07 am ET

I think Hilliary and Bill's behavior toward their 'friend' Richardson speaks volumes about their character–or lack there of.

Someone suggests Bill Richardson is an opportunist? Please. Hilliary Clinton is the biggest opportunist there is. She didn't even run in her own home state of Illinois as Senator or Arkansas. Rather she runs for senator in NYC and Richardson is the opportunist? And did I mention HRC is trying to win nomination on Bill Clinton's coattails?

And Hilliary says Obama can't win? Funny. I think the candidate who is winning against Clinton should be the one who challenges McCain in the fall. Obama. So Clinton is trying to tell the public that although she is losing, she should be the nominee? Ridiculous!

It's time for HRC to do the right thing and drop out. Her negatives continue to climb.

Rose - Baltimore, MD   April 3rd, 2008 11:07 am ET

It took carriage Gov. Rich. You stod up to the Clinton machine, they will smear you to the end but you made a great choice and I commend you for that.

Pearl   April 3rd, 2008 11:06 am ET

I am amazed that Obama supporters see Senator Obama as the best hope for the country. How is "hope" going to solve the multitude of problems left behind by the present administration. I have not heard any concrete solutions from Senator Obama but inspirational rhetoric. As far as Governor Richardson he is entitled to his opinion but keep in mind he is also a politician.

Jose Card - Independent   April 3rd, 2008 11:06 am ET

Between Bill Clinton and Governor Richardson, whom do you trust better?

This has to be a joke. We all know who is the perpetual master liar.

Texan   April 3rd, 2008 11:06 am ET

To sell news and papers, media is heavily dependent on Clintons.

No wonder Obama lies and negatives are not getting out in public, or such news die down soon.

trooper   April 3rd, 2008 11:06 am ET

at this point, the republicans do not need to bring up Rev.Wright to win the White House as long as they have the Clintons busy tearing the democratic party apart and pitting the people against one another, simply because Hilary is power-hungry and so hung up on proving that she is a Clinton and is “ going all the way”.

Reality check #1   April 3rd, 2008 11:05 am ET

You are a snake also, Judas Richardson. Obama must be promising all super delegates a "place" in HIS cabinet. What an ego Obama has!

NO   April 3rd, 2008 11:05 am ET

Well, I'm sure he will be kicking himself when Clinton does win..

Besides, I don't think he's very bright..

we wanh hillary, not mccain...screw him.   April 3rd, 2008 11:05 am ET

screw off richardson for not backing Hillary.

…Pissed in Peoria

Dave   April 3rd, 2008 11:05 am ET

you tell 'em Richardson! get over your sour grapes losers. the man can make his mind up without having to be backed into a corner. who would endorse her with those policies and that brand of politics the Clintons adhere to. they are a total turn off.

PC   April 3rd, 2008 11:05 am ET

About time a prominent Democrate realized enough is enough and publicly called Bill what he is a "liar"!

Brian   April 3rd, 2008 11:05 am ET

Why is this newsworthy?

Daryl   April 3rd, 2008 11:04 am ET

This is coming from a past President that LIED to all the american people and LIED to his wife! Try and spin that Billary supporters!
And to your puppet daughter ……what happens in the White House that "we the people" pay for is our business…so YES WE CAN ask the question about how Bill cheating on Hillary has affected her campaign and it is OUR business! We paid for the "clean up" tissues and the impeachment proceedings in the house!

Michael Kosmin   April 3rd, 2008 11:04 am ET

WHAT IN HOLY HELL DOES BILL CLINTON KNOW ABOUT TELLING THE TRUTH?

HE DIDN'T DO IT WHEN HE WAS 5 YEARS OLD AND HE DOESN'T DO IT TODAY

GEORGE W. BUSH KNOWS MORE ABOUT THE DEPLOYMENT OF WMD THAN BILL CLINTON KNOWS ABOUT THE TRUTH.

WELL, IT IS A VIRTUAL ENDORSEMENT OF RICHARDSON'S VALUE TO THE ELECTION. HIGH, AMIGO

Paul   April 3rd, 2008 11:04 am ET

The Clintons are lyers and their supporters are naive to say the least. To trust the Clintons is like following a cult. Wow, the Clintons have a cult of believers that will believe anything they say. We don't need another president most Americans do not trust. The cult of believers are small and getting smaller.

we wanh hillary, not mccain...screw him.   April 3rd, 2008 11:04 am ET

Shame on you Bill Richardson for turning your back on women.

HILLARY/NADER 2008

CNN please post.

CHERYL   April 3rd, 2008 11:04 am ET

TO RUN FOR PRESIDENT YOU NEED TO BE PATRIOTIC!

HOW CAN OBAMA SAY HE IS WHEN HE IS BLOCKING VOTES IN MI AND FL??

VOTE FOR HARD WORK AND HONESTY!!!!!!!

HILLARY CLINTON!!!!!!!!

richard   April 3rd, 2008 11:03 am ET

It is all non sense.

ana lewis   April 3rd, 2008 11:03 am ET

screw you bill richardson for not supporting Hillary. Shame on you.

MurphyMorseJohnson   April 3rd, 2008 11:03 am ET

Mary, Independent, has placed the horse in back of the carriage when she comments that Richardson needs to get over himself and move on. It is not Richardson that keeps raising this story. Rather, It is the interviewing media's initiative that keeps raising the point about Richardson's endorsement of Barack Obama. Moreover, the news media has every right to print a story of interest and it is very interesting that a close ally of the Clintons switched his vote to Obama!

gengyue   April 3rd, 2008 11:02 am ET

I don't think Bill Clinton is trying to dictate anybody, but just for common sense, they think Bill Richardson should at least for being a friend or being a coworker and was promoted by Clinton, keep silence. I think nobody would like to be betrayed by someone else. The Clintons may not be good, but Bill Richardson did not do well too. You think Obama will trust him in future. No, abusolutley no. I think all people like to have loyal friends, loyal family members and loyal employees. Bill Clinton's reaction is normal enough to be understand. When I am angry with my son's behavor, i would say I called you serveral times, but you did not answer. Actually I may just call him three times. It was just overreaction, no lies here.

Tom C.   April 3rd, 2008 11:00 am ET

To Uncle Sam, John Mccain is George Bush all over again. When he mentions that we have a military presence in S. Korea and Kuwait, he fails to mention we left no military presence in S. Vietnam. S. Vietnam is doing ok nowadays, I believe. Mccain is the ole trickle down economics guy. We've had the republicans for 8 years and look where we are. If the republicans think the dems are big spenders, then they need to look at how much they have spent on this awfull war. The dems could'nt spend that much in 10 years much less 4. Go Bill Richardson, support Obama, he is our best chance for change for the good.

Lancaster John   April 3rd, 2008 11:00 am ET

Well, Benedict Arnold speaks out! Get serious people. The only reason Richardson backed Obama is that he sees opportunity like most politicians. He thinks he has a better chance of getting a job (maybe VP) in an Obama administration than in a Clinton administration and he has no problem selling out his supposed friends the Clintons. He is not an honorable man. Did he tell Obama he could deliver the Hispanic vote? His comments help McCain more than hurt Clinton.

IAMWMD   April 3rd, 2008 10:59 am ET

The Clintons are CooCoo. It's getting pretty obvious that most people have really gotten fed up with these lying fools and their gullible supporters.

Camp Clinton better enjoy their narrow victory in PA because it's gonna be downhill from there.

Come on superdelegates and end this mess now so that we can tear into Lil McBush's **s.

Obama 08

Joel King   April 3rd, 2008 10:59 am ET

Do the Clintons EVER tell the truth anymore?

Addom   April 3rd, 2008 10:58 am ET

Clinton is going to lose…Get over it Hillary!

Also, is anyone else loving the fact that Hillary went from thinking that she had the canidacy wrapped up last Fall to now comparing herself to Rocky? What's it gonna be next Hillary?

Obama Un-Electible!   April 3rd, 2008 10:58 am ET

Richardson is a traitor and made a career ending move! You are done in politics hope you enjoy welfare.

Roger Evans Colorado   April 3rd, 2008 10:58 am ET

As we move foreward we get to see the real Clintons. If you don't back the Clintons, they will attack you and drag you down. Just ask Mr. Foster about the Clintons, oh I forgot the Clintons took care of him. I would watch my back Mr. Richardson. Some people think the Clintons are great and will vote for Hillary. What I don't understand is we all hate the goverment and the people in office, because they are only looking out for themselfs. So if we are all saying this, why would we want to put a lier, a cheat and a dishonest person who we can't trust in office. Does any one have a answer to why we should elect a dishonest person in office?

sophia nyc   April 3rd, 2008 10:57 am ET

This is the EXACT reason we can't have a Clinton as president!

GM from MN   April 3rd, 2008 10:57 am ET

Richardson probably did say that he was leaning her way at the superbowl party. But then he saw her start up her smear campaign and thought differently.

Kevin, NC   April 3rd, 2008 10:57 am ET

Whats up with the Clintons, it seems as though they feel entitled to win this election. Hillary "Rocky" Clinton the Queen of Entitlement and William (Bullwinkinkle) Clinton the King of Pimping Interns, secretaries and so on. Is anyone wondering why CNN isnt showing Billary's former Pastor, you know the one that was sentenced for molesting the 7yr old girl? Where is Hillary and her high horse now!!

Hillary go away!!!!

Jack, Texas   April 3rd, 2008 10:57 am ET

If you were Bill Richardson, what you will do?

1. Like Richardson, endorse Obama and say "nasty" words to Clinton;
2. Stay quiet until someone wins the nominatioin;
3. Endorse Clinton.

I am an Obama supporter. I think Richardson is a traitor!

BBC   April 3rd, 2008 10:57 am ET

Vote for fighter, Hillary is a fighter. Her spirit is unbelievable!

Hillary 08!!!

karen from va   April 3rd, 2008 10:55 am ET

The Clinton's obviously feel that they are "owed" an endorsement for political favors. He did get appointments, but he did a fine job for our country. When it all comes down to it, Richardson is an American citizen just like the rest of us and he doesn't "owe" his vote to any man or woman. Last time I checked, no one owns the right of another to express his opinions in the politcal arena.

The anger of Bill Clinton shows just how deeply they have come to benefit from political cronyism. At least the Clintons don't have the hypocrisy to pretend that they still believe that each person should have the right to express opinions by casting a vote!

Paul   April 3rd, 2008 10:55 am ET

Clintons and their supporters, dirty people. Call people mean names when they don't agree with you. Obama is in the gutter when he bowls, the Clintons are in the gutter in everything they do.

Nikita   April 3rd, 2008 10:55 am ET

We all have to ask. Has Bill Richardson ever gotten nasty? Everything about this guy is nasty.

Olivia   April 3rd, 2008 10:55 am ET

Obama did not specifically contact Bill Richardson……he was just one of the many superdelegates Obama was trying to get to back him. Richardson is trying to make it look like he had a special talent or place with Obama. I think Obama is just using BR to get to the latino vote….a mistake on his part as I don't feel BR has much influence there overall.
This talk about the Clintons feeling entitled to the nomination was started by BR. I feel Bill Clinton's outrage at BR breaking his promise is genuine because I feel the anger and disbelief.

Jane Alt   April 3rd, 2008 10:54 am ET

Gov Richardson good job for standing up for our country. Gov Richardson knows what is good for the country. He is an honest man. Bill and Hillary get over it men!!.

Gov Richardson does not own them nothing. Bill and Hillary owns the country an apology for liying.

scott   April 3rd, 2008 10:54 am ET

Richardson is so annoying. He would have played to either leading candidate. He is ONLY chasing is own political aspirations and kissing BoHacks butt. If we knew all we know now about Obama and his circle of friends, we wouldn't be bowling for delegates literally. Superdelegates need to sit down and shut up. Let democracy play out naturally, and quit playing poker with the fait of this coutry.

Brian   April 3rd, 2008 10:54 am ET

Billary has lost. For the love of God, get out of the race, please.

Mich   April 3rd, 2008 10:53 am ET

Gov Richradson has duped his community. He remains your friend only if you can offer him something in return. He has great lust for power, shameless person.

Ron   April 3rd, 2008 10:53 am ET

THE CLINTON CAMPAIGN IS DOING THIS TO RICHARDSON BECAUSE HE IS HISPANIC. WHEN THE KENNEDYS, CLOSE FAMILY FRIENDS TO THE CLINTONS ENDORSED OBAMA, CARVILLE DID NOT USE HIS JUDAS ANALOGY. SINCE RICHARDSON IS A MINORITY WHO ACCORDING TO THE CLINTONS WOULD NEVER HAVE BEEN WHERE HE IS TODAY BUT FOR THEIR "BENEVOLENCE", RICHARDSON IS INDEBTED TO THE CLINTONS FOR THE REST OF HIS LIVE. AGAIN WE SEE THE DOUBLE STANDARD IMPLICIT IN THE CLINTON CAMPAIGN.

Flem   April 3rd, 2008 10:52 am ET

He's absolutely right. The Clintons think America and the US Govt. is their personal playground (with their little party funded by our tax dollars).

These Charlatans need to be tarred & feathered, followed by getting run out of town on a rail. What a coupla pigs!

BTW, Hill, only 12 more days til' you PROMISED to release your tax returns. Can't wait! {{{{trembling with anticipation and glee}}}}

Helena   April 3rd, 2008 10:52 am ET

Good for your Governor Richardson. You made the right decision endorsing Senator Obama. As a woman I would love to see a woman become President - what a great role model for my daughter and other young women in America, however Hillary Clinton does not fit the bill. Oops, no pun intended.

lo40   April 3rd, 2008 10:52 am ET

I thought this was a fair election. I didn't think the Clinton's should put any pressure on anyone to support them. They don't have any right to think that America owe them any votes just because Bill Clinton was our President. They both have proven that they are bullys who will stretch the truth.

Excuse Me   April 3rd, 2008 10:52 am ET

So…it should not be news to us that the Clinton's are AGAIN lying!

And he's right…get over it!

I admite this man's courage.

Andrea   April 3rd, 2008 10:52 am ET

If you are in doubt about what Richardson is really all about, just ask any New Mexican about what a self-serving cockroach he is. You don't know this man at all, regardless of his connections with the Clintons. He is at war with the New Mexico elected officials working in Santa Fe. New Mexico is rated 3rd highest state with most crime. Prisons are over crowded. Kids school grades are terrible…..and the list goes on. In the mean-time, he is out negociating releases of captured people in Colombia or somewhere. He is just on an ego trip for the media as a "wanna be savior"…..guess he gets a high off of this because at working for the people of his state, he flunks.

Steve   April 3rd, 2008 10:52 am ET

So one of the Bill's must be lying. Hmmm…remind me again which one is the one that got disbarred for lying under oath? {typo corrected}

Regina Wood   April 3rd, 2008 10:52 am ET

Hello,

I do believe that Richardson and others who were Clinton supporters are turncoats, opportunists, and spineless. What happens if McCain beats Obama in the general election? All of these relationships will be damaged forever because of this disloyalty, jumpship mentality. If I were the Clintons, I would defect from the party and become Independents. They would have more power and could leave those turncoats behind.

Regina

Omentum   April 3rd, 2008 10:52 am ET

Well Bill

You told us to our face five time…..

I didn't have sex with that woman…..

See how it feels to be mislead.

Talk about a fairy tale.
Hillary lived in the Governors Mansion
Hillary lived in the White House for 8 years
Hillary carpet bagged to NY and nabbed a senate seat that where people had been positioning themselves for decades to get.
Hillary got re elected to that unmerited seat
She rode on a cloud as the de facto nominee in 2007 and up until Iowa

Now she is twisting arm in backrooms to get her way….. talk about a fairy tale.

Lets turn the page
OBAMA 08 - 12

Brian from Fort Mill, S.C.   April 3rd, 2008 10:51 am ET

Hillary says that the Richardson endorsement wasn't important.
Bill goes beserk.
Actions speak louder than words.
I don't know if Richardson can be compared to Judas, but one thing's for sure: The clintons desperately wanted his endorsement.
Now that they didn't get the endorsement, it tells them that even their closest supporters are jumping ship.
Hillary's campaign is like the Titanic.

Steve   April 3rd, 2008 10:51 am ET

So one of the Bill's must be lying. Hmmm…remind me again which one is the one how got disbarred for lying under oath?

Joann   April 3rd, 2008 10:50 am ET

Bill Clinton needs to get over HIMSELF. He thinks everyone needs to bow down to him like he is some God. Bill Richardson has ever right to support who he wants.

vanover   April 3rd, 2008 10:50 am ET

Richardson not only let the Clinton's down, he has let the entire state of New Mexico down. He purchased the plane with state tax money, so he could go and do as he pleased, all the while forgetting the people of New Mexico who had supported him, and we in turn were forgotten about during the election. Had he been taking care of New Mexico citizens, instead of trying to feather his own nest, it would not have taken our citizens more than a week to count the votes. He is a no good Governor, as he is a no good friend to anyone. He not only betrayed the Clinton's for all the years of friendship, but betrayed our state. We who need to have the confidence of our Governor, how can anyone trust him?

Craig Texas   April 3rd, 2008 10:50 am ET

Well its crystal clear why Governor Richardson endorsed Senator Obama and ditched Clintons because he saw the chance of getting a VP ticket. Everybody knows Senator Obama needs Hispanic votes desperately in November which he has failed to get upto this point in Primary season and Governor can bring that on presidential ticket for Senator Obama. Governor fits Judas role perfectly.

Terry   April 3rd, 2008 10:50 am ET

Must be a hard rock to swallow; when you can't "buy" everyone. I'm proud of my NM governor for saying no to the bully sessions.

Ed K.   April 3rd, 2008 10:49 am ET

Richardson is a lowlife looking for favors and you can't spin it any other way. The way he sucked on Obama on stage made me sick. He was acting like a lapdog not a man.

Mike, Land O Lakes, FL   April 3rd, 2008 10:48 am ET

Another former Clinton cabinet member and a governer just endoresed Obama yeserday. I wonder what the Clintons would call him!

Preemptivelove   April 3rd, 2008 10:48 am ET

The Clintons are never going to get over this. Their hypocrisy is astounding–the most calculating and political couple since Antony and Cleopatra, and they're accusing Bill Richardson of playing politics?!?! NEWSFLASH!!!!!! This IS politics. Hillary Clinton plays politics that have deadly consequences, like her Iraq war vote. I'm sick of this being about "The Clintons". It's time for them to go away–no more Clintons!!!!! And certainly, having "The Clintons" as the candidate is a very bad idea. At least Bill should shut up. He's a liability at this point.

Patrick   April 3rd, 2008 10:48 am ET

HUH….Why is Bill getting upset ? Hillary said Richardson's endorsement of Obama was meaningless when it happened. Did they change their minds ?

Janie Sanchez   April 3rd, 2008 10:47 am ET

Yesterday Obama said he would give Al Gore a high position in his cabinet. You know he said that so Gore can endorse him. I hope Gore remains neutral. Obama is greedy and smart. He has a lot of endoresements and always says: "I won more states." So, why is he keeping them from counting the votes in Florida and Michigan, what is he aftraid of? I don't know why pictures of Reverend Wrights home hasn't been all over the TV channels, they are so busy attacking Hillary. It's so obvious that CNN favors Obama. They also need to investigate Obama's ties with William Ayers!

Carolyn P   April 3rd, 2008 10:47 am ET

Governor Richardson deserves the respect of American's everywhere. Why? Because he put what he believes to be the best interests of this country above a personal relationship. I've no dout it was a diffucult decision for him. I originally supported Sen. Clinton, as well, but her own statements and actions caused me to change alliances as well.

Arlene   April 3rd, 2008 10:47 am ET

The superdelegate who was screamed at was a Clinton backer. However as Hillary says, the superdelegates should vote their conscience. I would surmise another superdelegate will be going for Obama. Gov. Richardson, you are a great man.

MN Woman   April 3rd, 2008 10:47 am ET

There something more a little smarmy about Richardson. We saw him handwringing like an old biddy on the news about not thinking his endorsement was that important, that he really wasn't sure what he'd do etc, etc., etc. He's just grabbing what face time he can over this.

Pay no attention to him Hillary, the clear headed women of the country, who don't see Obama as the next American Idol have your back.

MLAMELLA, Alexandria, VA   April 3rd, 2008 10:47 am ET

Bill Richardson IS an opportunist… so are many people in politics. However, this is like a grade school fight. You were supposed to be on MY team! Nah nah nah nah nahhh nahhhhh-he's on my team nowwww. I think they ALL need to get over themselves. But I still support Hillary. Her camp didn't start the nastiness. In fact, all the squabbling was started by people not employeed by Clinton or Obama. The press took every word and ran with it, causing both sides to have to make statements "renouncing" those people. Its very sad that this primary has been drug through the mud.

david goldman   April 3rd, 2008 10:46 am ET

LET'S SEE GOV. WHO DO WE BELIEVE , A LEGALLY PROVEN

LIER OR YOU ? I WOULD HAVE TO BELIEVE , WE BELIEVE YOU.

Bob   April 3rd, 2008 10:46 am ET

Can we have Hillary's superdelegates being interviewed why they endorsed her to begin with? This is just taking Obama and his supporters in a cheap way. This adds up to the sense of entitlement!

JMO   April 3rd, 2008 10:45 am ET

All you had to do Richardson, was keep your mouth shut. That is after you told Bill Clinton "I would never do that". That means, you don't have to endorse Hillary but you shouldn't endorse the other guy. Believe the Hillary supporters when they say they will vote for McCain if the dems run BO. There is no way that man can be president and you ought to know better. Actually, you were my second choice to Hillary, but no more. Talk about lack of judgement ~ you have none!

Dietrich   April 3rd, 2008 10:45 am ET

Turn red and point a finger, really now Bill who do you think you are. My hope is only that the rest of the "Superdelegates" follow Richardson's example and reach inside and pull some guts out of their empty sacks of a political body and stop this spinlessness that has been attributed to the Democratic Party." Have they not learned from the Iraq vote or any of History examples that they have experienced in their lifetimes.

Janice, Aberdeen, SD   April 3rd, 2008 10:45 am ET

It's no surprise the Clintons said they saw Richardson 5 times when they saw him only once, and that this one time he never promised them an endorsement.

They seem to remember a lot of things differently, such as not being able to remember collectively (both Hillary and Chelsea) they were never shot at by snipers in Bosnia.

They will do and say anything to get elected, so no wonder Richardson bailed on them.

Malaimster   April 3rd, 2008 10:44 am ET

Tell Ricahrdson to actually read what Clinton said. Clinton never said that Richardson promised to endorse Hillary. What he said was that he promised he wouldn't endorse Obama.

Al from Tx   April 3rd, 2008 10:43 am ET

So after telling the people of your state that you would endorse the candidate that they chose in the primary elections, you did the exact opposite. Other than that, your endorsement only serves yourself. If Obama wins the presidency and you get on his cabinet, to the Latinos you'll be nothing more than second coming of the pitiful and dishonorable Alberto Gonzalez. What a shame.

I'm not sure why the Obama campaign would want his endorsement. I'm sure they are smart enough to know that the Latino vote will not follow Richardson. Richardson is Latino and the Latinos continued to support Hillary. What does that tell the Obama campaign?

Latinos are people of their word. Es la palabra. Governor Richardson, are you sure you're Latino?

Get Real   April 3rd, 2008 10:43 am ET

What makes me believe that Richardson is lying is that he said he decided to vote for Obama after the campaign got "nasty". Please, this is politics people….it is a tough venue ALWAYS. Richardson knows that. He was looking for an excuse and found a weak one in order to endorse. I would feel betrayed if I were Bill Clinton, it's only natural. This campaign isn't even close to nastiness when you compare it to past elections. It is strange how fast people forget that. I don't think the Clintons feel they are entitled to the White House. They have always put up a good fight in campaigns and have taken more heat than most. And they get blamed for everything. I would not be surprised if there was something in this for Richardson, something bigger than the Clintons could offer.

Patrick from CA   April 3rd, 2008 10:43 am ET

Oh Wow!
Thanks CNN!
Another Positive news about Hillary!
Oh, I am sorry I mean Bill..
Oh, I mean the Clintons who are both running for president.
It's so nice to bring back old news of how a two faced fool did or did not promise to back up Hillary.

Anybody but McCain   April 3rd, 2008 10:43 am ET

I don't know what the truth is in regards Richardson's promise to Clinton in regards not nominating Obama. I do believe however, that Richardson could have waited until it was a better time to nominate Obama.
Since he states that he is a friend of the Clinton family, then he would realize the tough position that Hillary was in politically at this particular time, before the Pennsylvania primary, knowing that
it would have an extremely negative affect on her campaigning there, which I certainly believe it has. That is the true wounding that is going on between "friends" in this situation. Timing is everything in politics, the timing of Richardson's move was an overt political move on his part to hurt Hillary when she was already having other people endorse Obama. Or at least that is how it appears to me and I would say Bill Clinton felt the same way.

Brad   April 3rd, 2008 10:42 am ET

The vote of the electorate means absolutely nothing to the Clintons as they pander for "superdelegates" - they and Howard Dean have brought the party to its knees and neither will stop until the party is destroyed. Why the media gives a proven lier any attention at all is something I will never understand.

Get over it Bill, you have absolutely NO credibility left, your credibility was gone when you announced on national TV "I DID NOT HAVE SEXUAL RELATIONS WITH THAT WOMAN." I may be the odd one but I expect a lot more out our president, and I'm one of the idiots who voted for you twice!

That legacy of a lier who can never be trusted is the only legacy that you will every have, and if your wife wants credit for expericnce, that legacy goes along with her as well.

YOU do not deserve to be in the White House again in ANY capacity.

Helene   April 3rd, 2008 10:41 am ET

Speaking of Judas, the only one Judas in politics is Joe Lieberman, not Bill Richardson.

jimmy velman   April 3rd, 2008 10:41 am ET

I FULLY AGREE WITH THE LATINOS OF NEW MEXICO. THEY VOTED
FOR HILLARY.YET, GOV. RICHARDSON TURNED HIS BACK ON THEM BY ENDORSING OBAMA BUT AT WHAT PRICE?

Mike M., Atlanta, GA   April 3rd, 2008 10:40 am ET

Although I'm not a Democrat, I think Gov. Richardson is a very decent and honorable man even if we rarely agree on politics. He is imminently more believable than the Clintons any time of the day. I am sure as a former member of the Clinton cabinet it couldn't have been easy for him to endorse Obama, but that says a lot about Richardson's strong principles. No doubt Gov. Richardson knows a lot more about the way the Clinton's do business than those of us on the outside of government.

Jay   April 3rd, 2008 10:40 am ET

This controvery will shape Richardson's legacy from now on. No one will remember him for his international work. He will go down in political history for his betrayal of the Clintons.

forafairelection2008   April 3rd, 2008 10:39 am ET

Gov. Richardson should respect the will of the voters in his state which went for Clinton. FIne if he wants to endorse Obama but he should give up his super delegate seat- he, not the clintons, is over turning the will of the people in his state!!

Who are you?   April 3rd, 2008 10:39 am ET

Watching you Dems insult and ridicule your party and your candidates begs the question…what do you really believe in??? To think I was considering coming over.

A vote for Bugs Bunny would be a better choice.

Independant   April 3rd, 2008 10:39 am ET

Hey Wendy from Chicago, what pole do you site on this 'snake like reputation'? Or is this your one sided Clinton like opinion of Obama? Another smear campaign from Clinton surrogates.

Helene   April 3rd, 2008 10:38 am ET

Bill Clinton ? The biggest LIAR this country ever had. Remember how he pointed his finger on television "I never had sex with that ….". He and Hillary are the worst politicians this country ever had, divisive, nasty, arrogant and totally stupid.

Sick of this greasy guy!   April 3rd, 2008 10:38 am ET

But what I want to know is, why does anyone think Richardson's endorsement is worth anything other than his single turn-coat superdelegate vote? He's a porky loser from a porky loser state, the state that scrabbles with Mississippi and Louisiana for the bottom in everything. An endorsement from Gov. Let's-Grow-Dope is worthless and carries no weight with decent Hispanics.

Glenn, Cary, NC   April 3rd, 2008 10:38 am ET

Hey, CNN. How many times are you going to post this same story? Just curious.

NELSON Colorado Springs, Co   April 3rd, 2008 10:37 am ET

Good job Gov Richardson, stand up be your own man. Go Obama

Robert Wooller   April 3rd, 2008 10:36 am ET

I think it is about time Hillary Clinton finished her White House bid and she should make a fresh start in four years time. Obama '08!

sasha kando   April 3rd, 2008 10:35 am ET

Billaries should get over it! They should learn that you do not get everything you want in real life. Bill was so used to getting everything he wanted while prez that he takes everything for granted and Hill was supposed to be the inevitable. Everything to them is an entitlement and that is why they have turned so mean and nasty when things do not go their way. How could anyone support such personalities as a leader of our country? Even as Chelsea campaigns to young folks, what does she really know about life for the everyday person? She was brought up rich and privileged and trying to report stories heard on the trail does not connect her to many of us. Our choice is about who will be best for us, not to help build a clinton legacy.

Dear Bill Richardson   April 3rd, 2008 10:35 am ET

Why are you still around? Please do us all a favor and just go away — your thoughts are insignificant.

William   April 3rd, 2008 10:35 am ET

This is just too funny. Bill and Hillary think they are entitled and Richardson spurned them. Awwww.

Hillary really needs to withdraw from the race and endorse Obama for the good of the democratic party. The only way she can win the primary is if they coerce the supers to vote against the popular vote which will alienate a lot of democrats. If that happens, watch John McCain sail to an easy victory in November.

The fact that Hillary can't accept the consequences of her actions, can't see the way this is going, and continues to put her ego ahead of doing the right thing, the more she shows she isn't presidential material in the first place.

Hey Hillary, tell us again about dodging the sniper bullets with Sinbad and Chelsea…

CopyCat   April 3rd, 2008 10:34 am ET

Bill and Hillary Clinton are narcistic liars. All liars shall burn in the lake of fire'

James Winston Rivers   April 3rd, 2008 10:34 am ET

Neal:

New Mexico went unanimously for Clinton? Really? Because your use of that word would mean that Obama did not get one single vote in the entire state. Nor anyone else. "Unanimously" would mean that every single person in the state voted for Hilary Clinton.

Do yourself a favor, tiger: stick to words under 3 syllables in length.

Unshrub   April 3rd, 2008 10:33 am ET

Didn't someone just win the election ii which Obama heavily compaigned for him? That doesn't sound like they hated him that much.

Taalib   April 3rd, 2008 10:32 am ET

Hillary calls Bill Richardson and says "He (Barack) cannot win." Hmm… Speaking of Rocky, didn't Adrian say the same thing to Rocky before he won his fight?

Who is the real Rocky, Barack (the true underdog from modest beginnings) or Hillary (the Ivan Drago of the Democratic Party)?

"You can't win, Hillary! You can't win!"

Jeff   April 3rd, 2008 10:32 am ET

"If you pick up a starving dog and make him prosperous, he will not bite you. This is the principal difference between a dog and a man."
Twain seems spot on for this one

Rick in Florida   April 3rd, 2008 10:31 am ET

Bill Clinton….LYING again……WOW, why is anyone surprised????

Connie   April 3rd, 2008 10:31 am ET

I commend Governor Richardson for having the courage to stand up to the Clinton Machine and to endorse the candidate whom he knows to be the nation's best hope. It's a no-brainer to figure out who is telling the truth here…

Kudos to Bill Richardson!

jean lindboe Bloomiing Prairie, MN   April 3rd, 2008 10:31 am ET

Richardson should trade his stamper (wig) in for some brains. Nobody will ever trust him again. He is disrespectful, a bully and doesn't fool anyone. That includes Carville who had his number a long time ago.

Child of God   April 3rd, 2008 10:29 am ET

May the Lord bless those reading this message, the next president of the US, and those endorsing him! Obama '08!!

Mike   April 3rd, 2008 10:29 am ET

If it where not for the Clintons , Bill Richardson wouyld be a nobody. He is traitor. His state voted for Hilalry too. He even betrayed the people in his state

Maria   April 3rd, 2008 10:28 am ET

Richardson the opportunist.. Where would you be right now!

chraty   April 3rd, 2008 10:27 am ET

Funny how all you dems would have defended the Clintons to the death over lying back in the 90's, but now they're a bunch of liars, right? Convenient.

JJ in NY   April 3rd, 2008 10:27 am ET

The clintons should stop acting like spoiled little brats … they aren't entitled to anything, and we've had enough of their lies, half-truths, and dirty politics .