I can't believe how the Media lets the Clinton Campaign set the discourse. Where are their tax returns from 2007? She gave her Campaign 5 mil, where did it come from? What about Bill and his donors and "speeches"? Colombia? And Hillary said words don't put food on the table! What about the 15 mil unaccounted for? Don't let the Clintons tell YOU whats relevant! What is this? Russia?

the height of hypocrisy, folks.

Hillary and her supporters do not know how to talk about feelings. To help them out, here are other ways to feel "bitter"
Please add these to your vocabs:

1. resentful
2. angry
3. cynical
4. hostile
5. feeling cheated (as Hillary does towards Monica)
6. hot
7. strong feelings

I'm small town Ohio born and raised, I make my bills paycheck to paycheck, and you know what?

I AM BITTER.

The taste in my mouth for "business as usual" Washington politics, is very bitter, and I want something clear, and meaningful to wash away the bitterness. I want a candidate determined to make my voice heard in Washington.

Obama has nothing to apologize for. He was absolutely right.

I am tired of being ignored, tired of being misdirected into wars, cultural battles over different lifestyles, peoples, religions, and being told to keep my eye on those distracting birdies while Washington pulls the economic rug out from under me more and more each day.

Clinton can saw on this all she likes. Her lies have been exposed.

OBAMA '08

My God. The press actually asked Hillary a relevant question about her "church going, gun totin" spin.

Now they need to ask her if she has ever shot a gun after knocking back whiskey.

You know what, this woman is reprehensible. When asked a simple question about what was her last time with a gun or going to church, she says, "Naw, I don't wanna talk about that. Let's talk about Obama! " Two more lies. Coming from a person who is hopping mad/bitter/angry about high gas prices/gov't corruption etc., we all know what Barack Obama meant. Pennsylvania, lets end this.

Of course it isn't relevant!

Clearly because you went out in the shed once to shoot a gun back when you were 6 and because you go to church a few times a year makes you an expert enough to put Obama in his place or at least chide him a little…

That elitist! He probably goes to church regularly as a way to once again show how much better he is then everyone else!

Obama is a white-hater.

And part of that he got from his selfish rich hippy mother.

I agree with her. Sorry Obama blind supporters.

Obama has got to stop with his stupid comments… he is giving republicans so much ammunition, we NEED those republican votes in november, especialyl from FL a state that we are goign to ignore !! He needs to pay attention, Wright was enough, now this bitter comment… I am starting to really wonder if he would be a good president.

Don't be fooled again by Mrs. Clinton. If she were to be elected, she would try AGAIN to ban all guns. It is typical of communism. As for Obama, expect REVENGE against white folks.

It is important to know when the last time Hillary fired a weapon or sat in a pew. If Hillary is go go after Obama for being an elitist liberal, then she needs to prove her blue collar roots and get some credibility. We all know Hillary is big into gun control and probably hasn't seen a regular Sunday service without cameras for decades. She's talking out of both sides of her mouth on this issue and frankly the Obama folks could light her up with this if they had the fortitude. The only problem is Obama is also pro gun control and well, you've all seen what goes on in his "church" so he doesn't have a leg to stand on either.

Well I remember, Hilly. It was in Bosnia, 1996. You were pinned down by enemy sniper fire at the airport. Against all odds you beat a man to death with your bare hands, took his rifle and liberated the entire country!
HiLIARy in 2008!

Why is she allowed to get away with that? She decides what questions you can ask? The question was relevent. I can never trust this person. She's been dodging questions for 10 years. Then she makes up her own stories.

Sen. clinton is trying to distract voters from more important issues. We really dont care about guns and churches, You go to church or you shoot a gun, all that matters is the purpose and motive of doing so. Whatever happened to the Bosnia sniper firing lies, and the Healthcare-isurance-lead-death lies, I don't know. CNN should bring those news back to remind up-coming voters about the dangers of voting for the wrong person..
Its OBAMA/OBAMA 08-016

If you think Hillary is not going to push to take your guns away then go right ahead and vote for her,just don't be suprised when she shows her true colors and tries to take that right away from all of you.

How is that irrelevant to the topic?

Once again, Clinton is twisting words, avoiding personal questions, and painting on a facade of sincerity. She is utilizing misleading words to reach out to constituents. Her facades of deceit are growing so old, I can't believe people even see an ounce of truth in her words. How can anyone desire a president who is continually misleading and lying to the public? SHE IS DISASTROUS AND MORE OF A THREAT TO HOMELAND SECURITY THAN AL QAEDA!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

OBAMA 08. See the Light!

Mrs. Clinton is ready to puke standing in the yard of these disgusting people. AShe despises these people, but she knows she needs votes like theirs if she wants to win, so she made up these lies about Church, and guns. No Mrs Clinton, we may never be smart as you, but we are not stupid.

What a sad human being you are. You and your husband. Now the whole world is beginning to see thge Mrs. Clinton we have always seen.

Hillary Clinton's Dictionary

misspoken – you caught me telling a lie

Not relevant – I have misspoken, but it doesn't matter

I've been busy – I'm hoping I don't have to…….release taxes, ear marks, my schedule.

Against Trade Agreement – But please give my family money so I can finance my campaign

I opposed the Iraq War – I voted for it because I thought it would help me be present. I don't really care that the state I was representing is in the top three in deaths because of the war!

Every Vote Should Count – unless you voted for someone else then it doesn't!!!

ENOUGH is ENOUGH!!!

Barack 08

Good one, Mrs. Clinton. Point to Al Gore and John Kerry as the problem with the Democratic leadership. That should earn you points.

Sowing division over the fact that people who own guns and attend church can indeed be Democratic voters seems to be Mrs. Clinton's narrative, not Mr. Obama's.

Oh my God this woman amuses me !

If she gets away with this .. then the US is the place where dreams die

In my hometown, we are drinking beer and stroking our guns in front of a Cross because we are just to angry and bitter to decide who to vote for and why.

So we are betting tha CNN will not post this- the winner will be able to eat something other than game tonight-

I would love to see this America: Where people like Rev. Wright get to preach their doctrine of hate, while their installed president, Obama, strips the people of their guns…

An America where you are called a racist for saying that Jesse Jackson won in SC twice, but are defended as NOT being racist for ranting like Wright does. An America where "sacred?" hatred is the only acceptable freedom of speech.

Where the government will just take care of the poor, stupid people, while the elitist intelligencia decides for you, what is best for you. As they sip their lattes and blog..blog..blog all the livelong day.

An America that bans freedom of speech for those who disagree with Obama and decrees freedom of speech only for members of black liberation-theology churches.

Sounds just like these blogs. Anyone who doesn't support Obama is dismissed as an ignorant idiot. Meanwhile, the truly illiterate who blog for Obama, think they are smart and educated even when they can not formulate an entire legible thought.

Maybe she is learning from her daughter–just answer the questions she wants to answer!

I think what Obama said about American's being bitter is right. He hit it on the nose and should not explain anything he said, he was right.
McClain and H. Clinton are the ones who are out of touch with the people and if these two are voted in it is going to get worse.
If you listen to the news when Hillary and Bill say the poeple are not bitter there is a weak cheer in the background. Their own supports have to face the same issues as the rest of Americans. Tthey may be supporting Clinton and Mcclain but they are bring home millions of dollars a year in pay.
The fact of the matter is that I am bitter and i also feel that this administration is ignoring the calls of the people and the same old way of doing things in the this country has got to change. It won't with McClain and Hillary in office next year!
Obama 08

Hillary is non relevant!

Truman once said the American people have a instinct for spoting a phony and that is what is seen with Hillary and her campaign.
Educated or uneducated it does not matter, Hillary is seen for the absolute fake she manifests in each and every word she speaks.

You are certainly right, Hillary. It's not relevant and neither are you.

I seems to me that Clinton is reaching far to revive a failing campaign, especially since Obama decreased the spread in the PA polls.
One cannot even talk everyday common language without a Clinton rep somewhere trying to re-define simple words that can potentially hurt either Democratic elect in the fall. Anyone with common sense and good ears would understand exactly what Obama was saying and frankly I am "bitter" with this administration and the way it has been run the last 8 years. I hope fellow Dems will continue to support the most electable candiate to represent us and Clinton will not play her usual game of changing or misspeaking words to suit her own campaign.

shoot all u.s. cop-pigs in their f/cking mouths!!! That's the law.

It's unfortunate Sen. Clinton is trying to make more out of BO's statements than they are. My family idenities with the bitterness towards Wash. politicians he alluded to in his comment. We do surround ourselves with symbols and activitives that give us a sense of security.

Obama an elitist? Please…Sen Clinton needs to reflect on her own standing.

Barack Obama for Pennsylvania
Run the lying Clintons out of town
A white 65 year old man who is tired of the bush clinton lies.

Here I go again:
I would love to see this America: Where people like Rev. Wright get to preach their doctrine of hate, while their installed president, Obama, strips the people of their guns…

An America where you are called a racist for saying that Jesse Jackson won in SC twice, but are defended as NOT being racist for ranting like Wright does. An America where "sacred?" hatred is the only acceptable freedom of speech.

Where the government will just take care of the poor, stupid people, while the elitist intelligencia decides for you, what is best for you. As they sip their lattes and blog..blog..blog all the livelong day.

An America that bans freedom of speech for those who disagree with Obama and decrees freedom of speech only for members of black liberation-theology churches.

Sounds just like these blogs. Anyone who doesn't support Obama is dismissed as an ignorant idiot. Meanwhile, the truly illiterate who blog for Obama, think they are smart and educated even when they can not formulate an entire legible thought.

“You don’t have to think back too far to remember that good men running for president were viewed as being elitist and out of touch with the values and lives of millions of Americans,” she said. So now she's calling Al Gore an elitist!!! She's definitely become a Republican and seems to be running for McCain's VP. Shame on you, Hillary Clinton.

I would love to see this America: Where people like Rev. Wright get to preach their doctrine of hate, while their installed president, Obama, strips the people of their guns…

An America where you are called a racist for saying that Jesse Jackson won in SC twice, but are defended as NOT being racist for ranting like Wright does. An America where "sacred?" hatred is the only acceptable freedom of speech.

Where the government will just take care of the poor, stupid people, while the elitist intelligencia decides for you, what is best for you. As they sip their lattes and blog..blog..blog all the livelong day.

An America that bans freedom of speech for those who disagree with Obama and decrees freedom of speech only for members of black liberation-theology churches.

Sounds just like these blogs. Anyone who doesn't support Obama is dismissed as an ignorant idiot. Meanwhile, the truly illiterate who blog for Obama, think they are smart and educated even when they can not formulate an entire legible thought.

Wake up America. Bill brought NAFTA, with Hillary in support. Look at the devastation this caused in terms of jobs. Now Hillary says she is AGAINST NAFTA because it's what she must say to get the votes she needs. Yet Bill is now working on free trade with Columbia. And she says he will have no influence on her presidency. So she is our nemesis and saviour in the same breath?

PA – are you falling for this????

Sure it's relevent. Another example of Clinton pandering.

Hillary is not an elitist! Shame on those who would besmirch The Church Lady ("Isn't that speeshell!"). Now we have Granny Clampett from " The Beverly Hillbillies", complete with her millions, her shotgun, but still a country girl at heart. Now how do I apply for a grant from the Clinton Family Foundation? My favorite charity is Me, too.

I AGREE with Barack Obama 100%.. I am a Pennsylvania resident and i am more than bitter i am pissed off and Barack need not apoligize to me or any other Pennsylvanian….
We need this country to band together and run the god dam Clintons and Ed Rendall right out of Pennsylvania…. They are the scum of the earth..
How could anyone in Pennsylvania ever vote for such liars as the Clintons.

HRC will say or do ANYTHING to get in the White House. This recent spin on Obama's 'bitter' comments is rediculous! See needs to quit..

This is a post script to my earlier message. You are holding a discussion about faith as it relates to the candidates this evening. I would question Senator Clinton regarding her faith, when she and her husband have so clearly demonstrated their view that truth is a quality that does not apply to her campaign. I may not remember many things in my life, but I would surely have an accurate memory had I been the target of a sniper. Truth is the underlying foundation of faith for all people. How can her statements be construed as anything but a lie – not a "misstatement", nor a memory lapse.

Hillary cant even answer a direct question, and considers it is
not relevant. She suggests she can answer that some other
time. Nice….otherwise I'll ignore that question.

I do not feel their was alot of furor surrounding Obama remarks.
She is always just throwing things out there, expecting us all
to believe she is the right choice.

Not going to happen Hillary, we know we cant trust you, your
lies, half-truths and so-called misspeaks do speak for themselves
and we do a have a good memory.

Your time is up, and we need to move forward in this country,
you are not the person to do this.

Obama all the way!!

Clinton: I mean, so?

So indeed.

nothing is ever relevant to hillary unless it's about the other person.

Like she still has not answered about Bill's 800K from the Colombian government – they have sold out the american workers and soldiers.

The gate of hypocrisy has now been fully breached. Her opponent's everything is up for examination and criticism, but the great sniper ducker holds nothing about herself relevant. Talk about out of touch.

So it is only relevant for Barack Obama…I can hardly wait until you are not relevant!!

Hmmm. Clinton says she has felt the holy spirit on several occasions. Perhaps this was while she was being shot at in Bosnia?

Quit pandering Hillary, you've already lost.

Is this country really so critically atrophied that anytime someone in the political arena makes an astute, uncomfortable comment, or makes any display of intelligence he/she is labelled "elitist?" I mean, really, since Bush is this country really hell-bent on electing people they can feel intellectually superior to? This anti-intellectualism needs to come to an end or the project that we call democracy will really be a failure. The fact that Clinton is jumping on the "elitist" bandwagon and deploying Republican-style politically tactics is, of course, not surprising, but totally abhorrent. We thought we had it bad with George W. Bush's style of politics, well, sadly, fellow democrats, I think we've found someone even worse.

Not relevant the last time you went to church? Waoh, thats incredible. Thats why you can afford to mis-speak and not ask for God's forgiveness.

Man when is she going to give it up? As top a Democrat she says Obama is elitist and divisive? Not like that's going to come back to haunt her (us) in the fall. The Republicans have to be laughing. I would be too if I weren't beating my head against the desk. Please Hillary just GO AWAY!

Oh my gosh! I am so sick of Hillary avoiding questions, avoiding ownership of "false memories" — oops, I mean "misspoken recollections" and downplaying her connection to Columbian $$. Of course she found the religion question "irrevelant!" Interesting, however, that religion is the focus of her recent diatribe against Obama and apparently very relevant. This woman is divisive, dishonest, and delusional. How stupid does she think voters are? Get over it, Hillary. At the bare minimum, quit playing dirty. Your desperation is unbecoming. Hillary's tactics and standard approach to politics is the very reason I am voting for CHANGE. If she were to gain the nomination, my vote will be cast for McCain . I am tired of the same old, same old. Continue taking the high road, Mr. Obama. You are a good example and live the message you are talking about.

I really believe that was racist comment by Obama and if it was Hillary say that about small african american towns she would be labeled as a racist before I finished this sentence. This not goo fo the Democrats if is the nomonie and not well for America if he becomes president

Hillary, wake up. Maybe there are some of us who do feel bitter about what is going on. Getting laid off, rising prices and a government who doesn't care about us until now. In other words, STOP THE DRAMA, VOTE OBAMA!

Hillary Do you Remember These:
1) Remember to Keep the Sabboath Holy!
What do you mean So!!!!
2)Thou shall not lie!
You want to change lying to Mis-Speaking.
3)Do not be a False Witness Against your Neighbor!
Obama is a GOOD MAN and a better man of
character and integrity of you and Bill put together!!!!!!
You know he is no more an elitist than Chelsey is.

Hillary you said Barark is your friend. With Friends like you
He Doesn't Need another Enemy in His Lifetime!!!!!!!!
DO UNTO OTHERS AS YOU WOULD HAVE THEM DO UNTO YOU.
After all, GOD IS WATCHING AND LISTENING TO US…RIGHT Hillary
Hillary MAYBE in "12″

She does have a point…for a change.

How is this relevant? Slow news day? I am an Obama supporter, but give Hillary points for giving the right answer here.

As to Obama's remarks: The term "biiter" is not as revealing as the term "cling". Obama is a very inteligent man and what he expressed is too extensive to be simply explaine away with having used the "wrong words".- It is insulting to say that people turn to religion in their lives because they are bitter.- Does Obama think the people feel empowerd by guns and by the constituional provision to carry guns, and with that feel compensated for what their ecconomic circumstaces in their daily lives deny them?- And does Obama feel that if these same people have a decent job they no longer care whether trade deals are fair for the american worker? This is insulting their inteligence. It would explaing though why the Canadian government got a wink and a nod from lthe Obama campaign when the question about NAFTA was asked.
I will not let Obama CLING to the term " bitter" only and with that try to explain his extensive musings why people do what they do,

Hillary lied about her support of NAFTA, has very real connections to the Columbian Trade Deal and spends her time twisting Senator Obama's words to deflect from her dishonesty and lack of integrity.

Oh who cares when the last time was that she went to church or fired a gun! It's not like she's saying that it's all she does all of the time! She's just showing where those issues have been relevant in her life before. She IS allowed to do that! I swear, whenever they try and "get her" on stuff like that, I'm not impressed.

I've been for Hillary since the beginning and was proud to have already mailed in my vote!!

Go Hillary!

It is elitist to invest in an ethanol plant in Brazil (Brenco) that mistreats the workers so harshly that the Brazilian government has to step in to help them. Workers that were cold, hungry in overcrowded, unsanitary conditions.

Bill Clinton made the investment. Hillary Clinton shares that money.

This from the most elitist Democrat of all. Goodness me people — wake up to what HRC and BC are doing. They know she can't win, so they tear down Obama so he'll lose to McNutso, and set her up for 2012. Lets never forget what she is doing, and lets please not allow these people back in the White House.

Obama is a very bitter person… and with the recent inner-self coming to the surface… it's clear now that's why he "clings" to Rev. Wright. And if you really want to see bitter… how 'bout Michelle Obama. She has to be one of the most bitter creatures on Earth… so perhaps Obama shouldn't dray any more attention to "bitter".

Gun use, church attendance not relevant? Once again, Hillary's words are just words and have no related actions to back them up. Any politician will say anything if they think it will help them get elected, no different than any commissioned salesperson will say anything to make a sale.

My favorite Hillary saying is that "we have to roll up our sleaves." That is true, American's wil have to roll up their sleaves, because a government led by her can't be trusted to roll up its sleaves on behalf of the American people. The jacket of a pant-suit does not lend itself to rolling up the sleaves. It lends itself to sipping wine and hob-nobbing with special interest groups.

It amazes me how apologies are accepted differently. When Bill Clinton apologized for lying about having an affair with Monica Lewinsky we accepted it and forgave him. When John MaCain came to Memphis last week and apologized to Memphians during the Martin Luther King ceremony for not voting for his national holiday we told him that we all make mistakes and we forgave him. When Hillary outright lied about being pinned down by sniper fire she said she made a mistake due to being sleep deprived not once but 3 times we seemingly forgave her. But when Barack spoke the truth about Americans being "bitter" regarding their circumstances and apologized for choosing his words inappropriately we want to accuse him of being an elitist and out of touch. That just goes to show you just how racist our society is. If Black Americans can't see what is really going on in our society, they are really the ones out of touch! Each time I go to the gas pump or to the gorcery store I am not only bitter, I am outraged. Not to mention the fact that I am struggling to finance my son's college education, who graduated with honors and is already in debt with student loans. I support Barack 100% and unlike most politicans is being honest with the American people and his opponents are outraged because he is going against what they believe in, lying to get the vote.

hilliary, please, you are the one lying about bosnia, your husband is the one making underlying racist statements. if you beat obama fairly i would have more respect for your effort, but this desperate word picking is just how you clintons are unless it is your words.

Nothing u say or do matters

Obama 08

Would have been nice if instead of reinforcing the neocon falsehoods that divide people from their own self interest, she acknowledged what Obama was trying to get across: that poor people (of all colors) have been duped election after election into voting for leaders who rountinely make decisions that put money in their friends pockets while sending poor children to bad schools, to Iraq, and forgo American healthcare and social security to play war abroad.

Its a sad day, an opportunity lost to wake people up to the opportunity to vote for the best policies for their families.

Every one needs to read Carl Bernstein's : A Hillary Clinton's Presidency. It is located on the CNN WEB SITE. This man knows her and has written a book about her. THis woman is dangerous and will do anything in order to get nominated. If elected her and Bill will do the same politics that was Provided during his presidency.
Please Read and donot vote for Hillary in PEEN NOR NY OTHER STATE

Clinton does not know the pain, suffering or bitterness of poor people. She was raised in a rich family, became the first lady and now has income of 109 millions
It is her time to through all the kitchen sink on Obama. She has a week to go for PA
People may be poor and bitter but not stupid. Play another game Hillary
From sniper fire, Penn and Comobia scandal

Well she just blew her chance

So she is attacking him, calling him an elitist, even though it's false and he is a good man. Huge jumps in logic are not becoming.

What a hypocritcal panderer! If anyone is out of touch and demeaning, it is her, trying to even suggest she has any clue at all about real folks. Give me a break.

Let's see, Hillary, at her families "cottage" on lake Winola in Scranton when she was a little girl been taught by her father how to shoot a gun.And when she was a little girl, she was watching Martin Luther Kingfrom afar and he came over an shook her hand thru a fence.and when the Postal Union endorsed her opponent Barrack Obama, Hillarytold the story about when she was little, how she would wait patiently sit on her front porceh and wait for the Postman to come everyday, but one Sunday she was waiting and she went inside and cried to her Mother, and her Mother said "Now, Hillary. lets dry your little tears, because it is Sunday and the Postmans is off today. "
Then when she grew up, although she lived a life as an "elitist"
she dodged bullets while she and Chelsay exited a plane in Bosnia,
then she had the opportunity to go on Jay Leno's show to tell the funny
story. She has had the opportunity to bowl on Ellen Degeneres but
she did very badly. She has partied with the "elitists" in Pa. drinking
shots of Crown whiskey made in Canada . Although Bill was no where insite, probably locked in a closet somewhere with tape on his mouth, she had a wonderful time in Pa. but she forgot to pay the
bar bill, and when she was leaving, her hair got all blown and her
expensive scarf blew out into the wilderness.

YOU, Hillary, have ruined the party and have no concept of what Obama is about. Read a book. Read Dreams From My Father and you will see this is not an elitist individual. The elitist is you!

I think it's a misjustice what Clinton and the pundits, especiall those on the Lou Dobbs Show did to spin Obama's words around. The one thing you can't do when you're in politics is tell the truth; and that's exactly what Obama did. I live in Boca Raton, FLorida and shame on you Hillary, Bill, John and Bush for being soooo out of touch. We have a lot of bitter people living here.

We need real help and it becomes more obvious everyday that Obama will be the only one that has a chance of changing our world around, with a lot of help from the "People".

Nothing is relevant to you except the things that will make you win at all cost.

Look how cheep you have made yourself by beaming from ear to ear on your latest discovery,
– Barack has said something you think is not very pleasant.

You forget that your have always 'MISSPOKE' all through your campaign and he never bothered to pick on them; that would be condescending too low.

Prooves to me you have no dignity. Besides, despite all your hard digging for dirt, is that all you could find? LOL!

I Pity you Hillary!!!

Of course it's not relevant, If she says something it may be a lie.

Get 'em Hillary. Hillary 08!!!!!!

I think that Hillary's refusal to address the question on the last time she went to church or fired a gun is answer enough for me. Maybe she needs to revisit that institution to remind herself on the consequences of lying, even if for a great cause.

Senator Obama's 'bitter' comment has made your front page for 3 days. While the issue of Hillary's support of NAFTA and her compromising position on the Columbia Trade Deal was reported once. CNN's bias in this campaign is actually working to suppress news which impact this election.

"And we are tired of having Republicans, or frankly our own Democrats, give any ammunition to Republicans "

Isn't that what Hillary is doing exactly?

The best of Barry O's comments (and surrogates):

"typical white person"
"punished w/ a baby"
"that's my cell phone in my pocket…I'm not being fresh"
"for the first time in my adult life, I'm really proud of my country"
"I have foreign policy experience b/c I lived overseas"
"I'd bomb Pakistan"
"direct talks w/ our enemies"
"she's a monster"
"won't really pull troops out of Iraq"
"won't really back out of NAFTA"
"JUST WORDS???"
"I didn't have time to hold a hearing b/c I began running for President"
"I didn't hear those things said by Rev. Wright"
"I heard controversial remarks from Rev. Wright, but I don't agree w/ them"
SMALL TOWN GATE/BITTER GATE

I would like for Hillary Clinton to explain why it is okay to blatantly lie on numerous occasions about Tuzla — and then her husband LIES to cover up her lies. THIS is what we want in the White House? The Clintons are making much ado about nothing with this "bitter" issue — God forbid someone speak the truth while running for President.

Obama '08

This woman makes me physically ill. She is so quick to judge other people. She doesn't care how much it hurts the party as long as she can try and make herself somehow look superior. Talk about being elitist. It is hard to imagine that someone is that full of themself. Sickening. Apalling. She can dodge her sniper fire, refuse to answer questions about the $800,00 from the columbians, say its not important when or if she goes to church, make up her stupid little sob stories about learning to fire a gun. Lies, all lies and I am just sick of her and her lies.

"… our own Democrats, give any ammunition to Republicans because what happens then is Republicans take advantage of the situation.”
It sounds like she talked about herself! Whenever she talks out of both sides of her mouth, it reminds me of her face when she recounted her running under snipers' fire.

Sen. Clinton is clearly in desperation attack mode. What Obama said is true and not demeaning in the least. We ARE bitter. And we ARE clinging to what's familiar and recoiling from what is not familiar at a time in world history when things don't look good for our great nation. Obama at least is talking about solutions and not just throwing mud. This "bitter" battle will backfire on Sen. Clinton. The papers in Scranton and Allentown endorsed Obama today — not fooled by Clinton's most recent desperate attack.

Hillary picks and chooses what to answer and what to dissmiss.
She is taking the opportunity to shift gear and change the subject from her unaccounted $15 millions, the sniper of bosnia , Columbia, Nafta…
Hillary will stop at nothing, the sky is the limit. She found a tiny crack and took off her glove to rip it open.
She will slice and tear endlessly at what Obama says. One thing is sure, what he said is factual truth. He didn't lie. Compare what Obama said with Hillary lies about Bosnia. She still has some explaining to do.
Do not change the subject on us Hillary. We are well aware of your tactics.

REALLY, BECAUSE THE CLINTONS HAVE SO MUCH MONEY AND DONT CARE ABOUT WHAT PEOPLE ARE GOING THROUGH.
PEOPLE ARE ANGRY AND BITTER BECAUSE A LOT OF PEOPLE DONT MAKE MONEY LIKE THEY DO.
THIS WOMAN IS SUCH A DIVIDER, AND SHE WILL SAY ANYTHING TO FOOL PEOPLE.
I AM SORRY TO SAY I KNOW OBAMA TOO WELL AND I KNOW WHAT HE STANDS FOR.
HILLARY DONT EVEN CARE ABOUT RELIGION, WOW.
THIS WOMAN IS SUCH A HYPOCRIT.

The Clintons made over $109 million, the taxpapyer paying them milliions, and They made money from NAFTA . They are so out of touch.
Obama was right, people are upset because the NAFTA (which Hillary Clinton Support) took our jobs, Washington really out of touch, spend Billions on Iraq and Not helping U S Citizens in need, bailout Multi billion dollar company, When we pay taxes, we expect representation. Clinton, America citizen are bitter and tied of the Washington game. We are tired of being looked over. We need a law a that limit Congress term limits. Politicians are not in Washington to get rich.

Its 2008 lets just face it people this country is not ready for a black President . That's a pathetic shame when Barack Obama could be one of the best presidents we could ever have but we are just to ignorant and predjudice. I am a 42 year old white woman.

Somebody should give Hillary a loaded gun so we can see her shoot herself.

Its 2008 lets just face it people this country is not ready for a black President . That's a pathetic shame when Barack Obama could be one of the best presidents we could ever have but we are just to ignorant and predjudice. I am a 45 year old white woman.

She should go to church more often. Then she'd more scruples.

Is she not elitist? Do we not recall fondly Whitewater, Filegate, Travelgate, Cattlegate and Billgate? Some of us do remember. Let's add Bittergate to the pile and be done with it. Enough with the mud-wrestling already. Go away Hillary, and take your baggage with you.

I think it's relevant, Mrs. Clinton. I think it's relevant the same way it's relevant when reporters asked you if you used any of the $800,000 your husband earned by speaking on behalf of free trade with Colombia. I think that you laughed instead of answering that question is very relevant.

Since you've made such a huge deal depicting Mr. Obama as elitest, I think it is relevant for you to let us know about those very things you say you do. Duck hunting? Church attendance? You say those are things that people should be proud of. . .why then, Mrs. Clinton will you not answer those questions?

It couldn't possibly be because you are not one of us but rather using us for your own political gain, could it?

I think we are all tired of Obama's grand pontificating… and then defending… and then clarifying…and then retracting… and then clarifying one more time.

Meanwhile, behind the scenes- never covered by the biased media- Hillary is giving voters an idea of her positions and platforms at every meeting and talk she gives.

On the campaign trail she is tackling the issues… while the media is creating the drama circus as a distraction- and it is working: The Obama folks are all attacking the distraction while they are addicted to the show…

Meanwhile, in another part of town- where the media do not care to go-not as exciting as the rock star Obama rallies-the Hillary people are listening to what she has to say.

We will vote on her position on the issues… not on the media hype. That is our advantage, we have substance obscured by media hype. Obama supporters have media hype that obscures more media hype.

It's truly funny that Senator Clinton would call Barack Obama an elitist. What's really funny is the attempt to make this the next controversy before the April 22nd vote. What he said was not elitist or condescending, it is the truth. Americans do turn to what they know or believe will protect them, their faith and their guns. Fortunately, everyone is tired of the hype and just ready to vote and move on. People for the most part have made up their minds. Some will take the liberty of voting their conscience when they enter into the privacy of the voting booth. That is the beauty of the secret ballot. Then we can move on to the national election. Barack Obama will be the next President of the United States. No amount of hype will change that. If you believe in the power of prayer go ahead and start praying for the people who he will bring along side of him to help bring about the change needed for (all) of the citizens of this country. For all of the frustrated citizens.

Only the news media and Obama supporters could ask a stupid question. What does this have to do with what Obama said? Leave it tot he press to look for any way to twist this story and shift the negative from Obama to Hillary. Why can't the news media focus on the issues, IT'S The economy stupid.

I hate you Sen. Clinton

You'reright Hillary. Republicans were successful at portraying the last two Democratic nominees as "elitist." So did you think you would help the situation by beating them to the punch? As far as the "divise" label is concerned – Hillary has the market cornered on that issue.
No matter who wins the Democratic nomination, the opposing party will do their best to divert the American public from the real issues and paint the Democrats as socially unacceptable. The Superdelegates should ask themselves which of these two Democratic nominees have done a better job at handling negative attacks. Based on the poll ratings (favorable vs unfavorable ratings), I think the answer is clearly Obama.

Clinton is the one who's elists. Anyone notice how she accusses her opponent of what she is in fact truly guilty of? She's worth over 109 million dollars and has been a quasi-celebrity since the 80's – who's elitist?

And the last time she has gone to church or fired a gun is relevant. She tries to dodge the issue time and time again.

Hilary Clinton only cares about Hillary Clinton. She does not care about you. Don't trust her smile – her eyes never are.

Obama 08!

I think Hillary has some serious explaining to do if she only goes to church on Easter. That doesn't sound like someone who has much faith.

Are you kidding me?? Answer the questions please! They are valid if you are trying to spew these as points for which people should vote for you over your opponent. Comparing him to the presidential elections of 2000 and 2004 is a truly low blow. He's telling it exactly how it is because my own Mother lost her job and is furious at you and McCain for your immediate tacky responses. Obama is absolutely NOT elitist but you are HiLlARy. The old saying in the bitter rural town I come from is a skunk smells it's own hole first.

Clinton must be pretty out of touch if she thinks anyone will be convinced by this stuff.

Na ha ha I am going duck hunting na ha ha. Hillary Fudd must be a lunatic to kill innocent ducks. Can't she see how cute they are?
Are you sure you shot the ducks Hillary or could it have been the Bosnian Snipers? She tries to be all things to all people but she is just a farce. She called Obama an Elitist because of a minor verbal gaffe but thinks we can not see that the 109 Million Dollars of Sleazy lobby money the Clintons raked in make them the Elitists crooks enslaved to their Corporate masters.

Nobody forgot that SHE is the ELITIST LIAR about NAFTA and Colombian trade deals that line the Clinton Family Treasury, which caused millions of Americans to lose thier jobs. Heck yes, I'm bitter!!! And I don't want a HRC in office telling me to eat cake!!!

It is not relevant to us wheter she shot a gun or went to church but it is important Nafta from small towns that lost jobs to Nafta . If Hillary wants to rise above then why accept money from spouses work for Columbia give the 800,000 back? If I ran on platform now not willing to agree with husband on Nafta but should be able to refund there money. I can't believe all the decept and lies spread it is every week something. Do they have a few more relatives need pardoned or want to give million dollar speechs after presidency again. Nafta, Lewinsky, walmart board, Paula Jones, Pardons, White water, Bosnia, Columbia, Mark Penn, media coverage, Can't ask questions of Chelsea but she can campaign. I don't know of anybody in small town america that made 110 million in 7 years how can she relate to small town america get real. She could buy most small towns in rural america. I would say that the whole campaign of hers has been handled like most attorneys would handle it decept and let enough time go by so can distort reality and everybody will buy into story problem is to many stories coming at once but if anybody with a common amount of intelligence can look back even a little can percieve what they are trying to do.

Oh, Hillary, how can I trust you w/ the 3AM phone call? You definitely have no clue the intention coming from another. You have poor listening skills. Leave you to interpret things, America would be in trouble. Yes, you do have a tendency to misinterpret things, exaggerate things., ie. the Bosnia fire. You are too emotionally unstable to handle this job.

Oh yes, your new theme of 'all Americans', and yet, your campaign often says, only big states matter, and you often only campaign there. Barack goes to every states. Who do you think demonstrate this better?

I think Barack's intention originally was to get the community reengaged in their community – nationwide, because he feels this is what is ill w/ America – people becoming disengaged in their community. He didn't realize the amount of support that shows up for him – nationwide – and I think this is what Michelle means when she talks about 'hope' for America, because Americans get reengaged, but somehow that message was turned into 'unpatriotic' for some reasons.

Barack has patience to try to explain things to you. I don't have that patience. Your interpretation of his comment speaks volumes about you.

Answer the questions, Hillary.

Pandering.

This woman is so transparent. For her or McCain to call Obama an elitist is the funniest thing I've heard all week…like her and McCain are "common folk". Ha!

Let's see how long this will push you and how many days you will captalize on it. I just think think this is non story. If you will PA doesn't mean we buy your argument the rest of the country!

Hillary is such a hypocrite. She is whining about how much damage Obama's comments are doing to the party all the while she is doing everything possible to stir the pot & get as much mileage as possible from this. Truly despicable.

Sorry Hil-LIAR-y C-LIE-nton, Obama is not an elitist. Stop trying to portray him as one. YOU are the one who is disconnected from the average American, and your attempts at trying to relate are FAILING!

I find it funny how Senator Clinton will discard certain questions that are relevant to her true character. When she began this race, she said her faith has brought her through tough trials, and she says that she has experience using a gun; however, she will not comment on either. When are we going to see the Clintons for who they really are chameleons of the worst kind. They will be what ever you need them to be at that moment, and then turn around and change into something/one else when your back is turned. We have had enough Politicians do this to the American people, when will it end?

Moreover, yes, there are many bitter people in America. Those that have lost their jobs and homes have a right to be bitter. I just hope we are bitter enough to change our ways. When Hillary explains what happened to the jobs in NY, I will vote for her until then I am backing the other horse in the race.

CNN, please post this. I have notice my comments are never posted, even when I am the first person.

Whatever Hillary!

This is only an issue because HRC has made it an issue. Who cares about his comment. It's true! Do you want someone is is going to lie to you or be honest?

Poor Americans, Obama's supporters !!!!!!
How Obama could be the next President, if he makes speaches out of order !!!!!
I can't imagin that, educated person will speak as Obama, hallo!!!!!! future President . NOOOOOOOOOO !!!!!!! Way !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! he is OUT !!!!!!!!!!!!!! of that competition !!!!!!!!!
OUT!!!!!!!!, PERIOD !!!!!!!!!!

For all of you democrats that say you will vote for McCain if Hillary doesn't get the nomination I have these few simple words, "You can't fix STUPID".

I applauded Chelsea for drawing a line when people stepped outside the bounds of taste but I don't think it's the person answering the questions who gets determine whether questions are relevant.

Hillary's campaign is run by imbeciles.

By framing the issue as whether Americans are bitter, when the issue was whether Obama made an overly broad generalization about small town America, they appeared to be denying that Americans are frustrated by the outrageous events of the last eight years.

Now they're trying to portray Hillary as closer to the very issues Obama has supposedly made the mistake of saying these people cling to.

Why is everything Obama says a controversy?
Why wasn't the outright lie Clinton told about Bosnia considered a controversy?
Why wasn't the continued error about Suni and Shiite from McCain a controversy?

Why does Obama have to dance around white America?

Why is most of white America acting like they're BRAND NEW with regards to racial injustice in America? Let me tell you, it's alive and well in America.

Perhaps it would have been better had Obama said that this demographic (blue collar white men) didn't warm up to him simply because he's black and they don't like blacks.

I am an American who has seen my city and state go from prosperity to utter dismay. I AM ANGRY, BITTER, and downright PISSED OFF at those who run our government and I cannot and will not get angry at anyone telling me that I am just that.

If Clinton sees in these hard strapped areas of Ohio, Michigan, Pennsylvania and Illinois, happy people, content people, then perhaps she's had too many shots with beer backs.

Not relevant? One week she's Rocky Balboa, now she's Elmer Fudd. The pandering is so obvious.

Hilary said, “And we are tired of having Republicans, or frankly our own Democrats, give any ammunition to Republicans because what happens then is Republicans take advantage of the situation.”
And how much ammunition has Hillary given to the Republicans to use against Obama??? She is the one on record saying that McCain would make a better commander-in-chief than Obama…

The Obamas I found out are more than elitist… this is how Michelle Obama stages her speeches:

Michelle Obama
Get me more white people

Michelle coordinator moves Asians to make it "look so pretty"

While the crowd was indeed diverse, some students at the event questioned the practices of Mrs. Obama’s event coordinators, who handpicked the crowd sitting behind Mrs. Obama. The Tartan’s correspondents observed one event coordinator say to another, “Get me more white people, we need more white people.” To an Asian girl sitting in the back row, one coordinator said, “We’re moving you, sorry. It’s going to look so pretty, though.”

“I didn’t know they would say, ‘We need a white person here,’” said attendee and senior psychology major Shayna Watson, who sat in the crowd behind Mrs. Obama. “I understood they would want a show of diversity, but to pick up people and to reseat them, I didn’t know it would be so outright.”

Well, Shayna Watson, that's the blatant racism we see over and over again from the Obamas.

CNN PLEASE POST THIS AS THE PEOPLE NEED TO KNOW HOW DEEP PASTOR WRIGHT INFLUENCED THE OBAMAS.

I want to know , when's the last time you fired a gun in church.

So your last gun usage is irrelevant, your last church attendance is irrelevant and HEY so is your campaign if you continue to play childish game and not address REAL issues.

Can i ask a very silly question please. Is Hillary Clinton a republican? The reason i am asking is, she is determined to destroy Obama and shred every integrity that man has. I hope she when she loses the nomination, she should run as an independent because the stigma she is leaving is unrepairable. And to all her supporters, i hope you all follow her and Bill, because to me, if you support her lack of morals and her divisive personality, then i dont think you will be of any help to a united future. I understand you have to try and win a contest, but this tactics is just shy of comparison to a vicious virus. I need to go take a shower before i get infected by Clintonitis.

Somebody explain how it is that Senator Obama's use of the word "bitter" could, in any way, be worse than Senator Clinton's repeated lies about being shot at while in "service to her country"?
I would rather support a candidate who may have used a descriptive word – regardless if I agree with the description – than consider support of a candidate who repeatedly tells a self serving lie to aggrandize her case in this election. Someone should ask her how this could possibly be compared to anything Senator Obama has either said or done.

REV UNCLE WRIGHT
SUPERDELEGATES
FL & MI VOTERS
BITTER PA PEOPLE

OBAMA
CLINTON

SADDLE UP!!

. . . .Hillary is making sure she gets her lies straight first, then she
will answer question.

It is not about Guns and religion this time around. It is about jobs and our troops in Iraq. Give up Hillary, give up!

"…because what happens then is Republicans take advantage of the situation.”

Oh, you mean like you're doing now, Hillary?

She knows that he is not an elitist. She needs to talk about the 51 millions her husband made on speaking engagements. I wish that people would stop saying that she won Texas. She won the popular vote but Obama won the total delegates which counts.

typical clinton talk:

What we say is relevant is relevant, what we say doesnt matter doesnt matter, even if they are inextricably linked.

the only states that matter are the ones we say matter, all the states barack wins don't matter.

Too bad the main stream media (cnn included) doesnt call them out on it.

Hillary Clinton makes 100 million dollars, takes $800,000 from Colombia (she does file a joint return — so she took the money) and is calling Barack Obama an elitist. She definitely has guts but this is a sad, desperate attempt to gain something she cannon win and it's time for superdelegates to shut this down.

Obama thinks he is better than us good ol country people We wouldn't sit and listen to our pastor's talk about the United States as his pastor did.
We are proud of our land and our religions and we love to hunt and be in the outdoors. We do this because we are brought up by our fathers and mothers and grandparents to be proud and believe in these things. We are survivors we know how to survive .We know how to stick together and stay true to our friends a whole more than I can say for some of our people that are in office now .Hillary is the best one to stand up for us and she will fight for us . Obama was brought up by what he calls a typical white grandmother that has typical white people thoughts for what ever they may be .His pastor for 20 years preaches hate for the United States. His wife is proud of our country for the first time in her life and she is how old ?They have let there two children listen to hate sermons!! They have dealing with a man that is in trouble with the law and he is a close friend Also after some research I have found that he knows William Ayers really well How can I Vote for a man that has so many things that just aren't right for our country I can't and have a clear peace of mind .Reconsider Voting for him he is not what you think he is don't take a chance on him Hillary is the only one that will be good in the office this time.

If Hillary would only do more explaining about her husband $800,000 he received from the Columbia government and her top advisors conflict of interest on Columbia/NATFA. This more important than a statement that was taken out of context. We won't be fooled like Ohio!

Out of touch? Divisive? I think Hillary is doing an excellent job of describing herself. Drop out of the race – your entire approach and tactics in this race have been a complete and utter disgrace.

Go Obama!

She is a female dog – dancing around the fact and dogding the truth.

I'm disgusted by her accusing the Republicans of what SHE is doing. She is a liar and a disgrace to women and this country on the whole.

Can't wait for tonight!

Obama 08

The only real idiots- the truly stupid voter- will be those voters who have been mocked, belittled, demeaned, insulted, called racist, redneck and bigots by Obama and his supporters- AND then still go on to vote for Obama in Nov.

That willonly prove how we vote against our own best interests- thus validating Obama's dismissive and demeaning comments.

So understand his message with your vote and with your gun. Stay focused. Do not let the left wing fringe steal the nomination and your freedoms with it.

Oh please give me a break she is the biggest elitist I have ever seen and I can not believe what the media is just jumping to her tune.

The only one hurting the Democratic Party is HER!

Shouldn't republicans go after you because of lying you were under sniper fire when you landed in Bosnia while our solders are dying in Iraq. What an Opportunist!

“We have been working very hard to make it clear that we have millions of Democrats who are church going and gun-owning,” she said. “And we are tired of having Republicans, or frankly our own Democrats, give any ammunition to Republicans because what happens then is Republicans take advantage of the situation.”says HRC.

Is that right? Now isn't that just a prime example of hypocracy, because thats exactly what you have been doing every since you started losing and invoking this "kitchen sink strategy" Mrs. Clinton…lol

- I , always , thought Hillary is the elitist , by every means including the very stamp of her kind of upper voice , you know..
- But still is Obama s fault to allow her going on him the way she now doing to him ,to inlude her guns and Churchs shows etc , because of biter affair.
- Obama should get himself out of Biter Batle fast ….
- Here is the way = " Sorry America , for biter wording "…Easy going !
- If he is brave enough , he can overcome it before monday.. .the soonest the better.That s will look like what his campagn is alla bout ; Good and positif spirit
If not ..( if he await until tomorrow monday 14 april ) than …will be too late to cach her.
Can anybody forward my comments to Barak Obama camp , this will help him great deal .

Come on people! Hillary is again using dirty politics to change words around to her advantage. Obama clearly states his understanding of how people can become angry and disinchanted when jobs are lost and small towns are losing so much. My God, the man just finished paying off student loans. How can Hillary say he is an elitist. They are the ones worth millions!…so is McCain. WHO's OUT OF TOUCH? Now I have nothing against prosperity, but if you took the time to read about the candidates you would see how and why he chose to run for president. He comes from a modest but educated background that is closely connected to the average person. Hillary is running a scam, as she twists his words and try to get the media off her and her "changecoat" husband and strategist, Mark Penn. If she were so against the Columbian trade why is is that her husband benefited 800.000. I believe some of that money will be in their joint account!. Why is she protecting Mark Penn? Why did she not fire him outright? Maybe she is afraid of what would come out. I may be wrong, but it leaves one to think…it also leaves a dirty taste in your mouth. Her campaign is in shambles, Bill is in another world. There is no way that Hillary Clinton can effectively run this country with all of the baggage she would bring. She is a negative candidate; check and see the number of lies that she so blatantly says in the media; (FACTCHECK.COM) not even caring if they are lies. Please, please just because Hillary says it, doesn't mean the statements are true. Don't take my word…Please pray on it, but take the blinders off first, if you really want the truth to be revealed.

“You don’t have to think back too far to remember that good men running for president were viewed as being elitist and out of touch with the values and lives of millions of Americans,” she said.

With the difference being its usually the republicans who try and twist and distort good men into "elitists". Now it's her and she doesn't even seem to be aware of it. She has become the republican attack machine.

I have no doubt there will be many more questions asking her how her lifestyle of the last twenty years qualifies her to speak for small towns across America.

People are still talking about this, wow, I must be out of touch.

No, it isn't relevant to address her firing a gun, because she probably has never fired one. Yesterday she was probably telling one of her big fish tales. I wished that reporter had ask about the number of communities in Pennsylvania that has endorsed Senator Obama.

Also they could have asked her about Bil's 1994 speech addressing and giving the same response as Obama regarding people living in communities that jobs have be outsourced over the past 25 years.

“We have been working very hard to make it clear that we have millions of Democrats who are church going and gun-owning,” she said. “And we are tired of having Republicans, or frankly our own Democrats, give any ammunition to Republicans because what happens then is Republicans take advantage of the situation.”says HRC.

Is that right? Now isn't that just a prime example of hypocracy, because thats exactly what you have been doing every since you started losing and invoking this "kitchen sink strategy" Mrs. Clinton…lol

“You don’t have to think back too far to remember that good men running for president were viewed as being elitist and out of touch with the values and lives of millions of Americans,” she said.

Thank you to Ms. Clinton for framing this argument for the Republicans. She is the one pinning his comments as elitist and out-of-touch. I wonder how many would have thought twice about this without her and her surrogates mentioning it hundreds of times this past weekend!

Are you kidding, when did Hillary go to church or shoot a gun, what does that have to do with anything?

He thinks we are a bunch of gun totin, bigoted, religious fanatics who won't vote for him because something must be wrong with US.

That is exactly what he was explaining to his maxed out supporters in California, free to say what he wanted because there was no press there.

Wow.

Can't wait for the headline that reads: Clinton, not relevant. Period.

Hillary has to be careful what she says about Obama being an elitist. She has taken on a superior attitude of being holier than thou. So being one of the people to her means "swigging canadian whiskey /belting beer like one of the guys while shooting her gun in the air" . So you have the right to critisize Obama, Hillary? It looks very Presidential for Hillary to be in the beer joint, hanging out. HA. Now lets talk about the elitist $109m plus income of the Clintons, the NAFTA/CANADA-COLUMBIA(Penn rakeing in her campaign payment and fees from that Government to boot) and her Bosnia lie that was used to debunk her experience. Bill has been backdooring the america people by making deals with other countries who knows how much money he is hidding from the IRS. The question to Hillary is does she still have an upcoming conference call with the LA Court on April 25/08 about questionable monetary contributions to scheduled a trial date.? The media is not touching that one. I wonder how come?

Oh yeah – I forgot…we're letting her make the rules so she's the one who decides what's relavent right?

it's not relevant–what? you tell people you are a gun loving, church going person–but it's not relevant–the clinton's are not human–it's unbelievable it carl rove in clinton clothing

Isn't it interesting how Hillary "misspoke" about Bosnia, but is now so intolerant of Obama having misspoken.

I have to wonder if Obama did the whole thing on purpose to expose Hillary for her duplicity.

Well at least she didn't give us that horrible laugh of hers. Did you notice, she never answers a question?…. She always dodges the bullet… like she did in Bosnia. I guess she misheard.

Do we really want 4 years of her laughing and dodging the answers?

This is the funniest thing I've seen in a month. Don't do as I do, do as I say. "I can talk about how I know guns and I am a churchgoer except that I don't go to church and I haven't touched a gun in 50 years." Great job Hillary. More of the same. Criticize your opponent over his telling the truth and then you can't even show how your life reflects your BS. Bye-bye Hillary.

Hillary, you are the BEST person for the job!

If not Hillary, then McCain!

Sorry Obamabots, but he simply isn't qualified! Not to mention, he is a racist!

Hillary 08′ 12′

It's interesting that Clinton thinks SHE, not the people considering voting for her, gets to decide what is relevant.

That's awfully arrogant.

Does anyone not see what Hillary is doing? It's called PANDERING. I mean, come on! Taking whiskey shots, reminiscing about her "duck shooting days"-does not anyone see a pattern here? In one breath she says its elitist to call Pennsylvania voters "bitter" (with Bill throwing in his two cents), but failing to remember that Bill Clinton accused the Republican of "scaring the hell out of financially insecure white men" by telling them that the government wants to take their guns away. Think I'm lying about that? It's on Huffington Post right now. These people are hypocrits of the highest order. Last week when Clinton's campaign was eroding, not once did he take the opportunity to pounce on her.

The real problem here is that everyone says that they want something different, but they have to deal with their own demons before there can be any change. Obama says that he doesn't tell people what they want to hear, but what they need to know. People need to know that he understands exactly where they are coming from, but that doesn't make where they are coming from necessarily right. What does Hillary do? She condescends to voters by adopting their beliefs and lifestyles to pacify them long enough to get them to the polls and then does her "Sybil" switch when she moves on to the next primary.

Go ahead Hillary supporters, shoot your best shot, but I believe that Americans, including Pennsylvania voters, might be bitter, but they are not nearly as stupid as the Clintons think.

Hey, look at me! I'm one of you! I go to church out of faith and shoot guns out oif tradition! So, Senator Clinton, when was the last time you went to church or shot a gun? That's irrelevant. Nice.

What do you mean its not relevant? If she are going to criticise Obama on religion and guns, she better go to church more than just on Easter and at least have fired a gun before in her life. Because in small town America that is what we have. Hillary takes whatever Obama says and twists it around. How about just sticking to the issues JOBS and the ECONOMY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Because right now neither are worth a darn.

Neither you or the Obama are relevent. for god sake just shut up and go away. Finish your term in the senate and retire.

this is getting so old… How does she have any right to question anything Obama says and why she needs it explained to her? She can LIE over and over to America and then give some lame excuse as to why she did it then blow it off as if it were a joke. So the slip of one simple word is more questionable then a blaitant lie? I dont think so. WAKE UP AMERICA!

It is relevant Sen. Clinton when you've been pandering to such crowd all weekend. Do you have such little respect for small towners that you don't think they could sniff out a phony a mile away?

Oh Hil-liar you are such a Hil-liar, we the people are tired of you, go away with your Poli-tricks. They wont work this time……

Of course, someone who makes 9 figures in income over a 7 year period is TOTALLY in touch with blue collar America. HRC calling Obama an "elitist" is like the pot calling the kettle a "stove-top appliance."

Screw that… She's Hiding things again. Yea she went to church on easter… AND?! yea talk about being out of touch. That's an excellent example of someone being a hypocrite.

This proves she can talk the talk, but she can't walk the walk. END

What do we want, truth or lies?

I find that for a country where freedom of speech is celebrated, too many people are thin skinned if the truth be told. You always have to watch what you say. When the truth is spoken it is taken out of context and analyzed to be offensive. The bible, upon which Christian faith is based, tells us that men would rather believe a lie than the truth. It is not surprising then that people push a lie faster and further than they push the truth.

Would america please wake up and stop living in denial. People are angry about what's happening to the jobs.

Why do you think blacks were so religious during slavery? They needed God and other things to take their minds off their crisis. How else would they survive?

Translation: Um, I fired a gun once as a child and I really don't attend church, I just like to say I do to get votes.

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hello cannot wait to see debate tonight

Hillary, stop being such a Pollyanna when talking about workers' attitudes about the economy. No one's buying your spin. Barack said it as it is: People are upset, and because they can't rely on old politicians like YOU to deal with REAL issues like healthcare and the economy, they instead vote on less immediate issues like gun rights.

That's what Republicans WANT us to be talking about, and they use it as a wedge issue. Now, you're doing the same thing. Let's get back on topic, which is: people are upset, and we need to be talking about the economy, not about who has a right to bear arms. Get real.

So CNN how many hours of coverage do you donate to HIllary Clinton

This is all Hillary has left. She has to attack, distort, and destroy in order to win. She understands what Obama met by his comments but her ambition is driving her to twist anything she can to win. Remember, "I'm in it to win" but she didn't tell us, "no matter what it takes". She may find a way to win the nomination but she'll lose the election as she drives Obama supporters to the sidelines.

If they're irrelevant, why did she bring it up? She's the one who now is pretending to be a gun-toting bible thumper.

Maybe she'd rather talk about Obama's choice of orange juice over coffee.

I'm sure the last time she fired a gun was when she was pinned down in Bosnian sniper fire. Buy her a beer and a shot and she might tell you about it.

Anything this woman says is no longer relevant!!!

good for hillary…after all the press shots she has had to endure.. she deserves her own shot….go hillary go…..ann

Obama has a nasty habit of saying what he really believes in private and what he believes will get him votes in public. That is called hypocrisy and dishonesty.

Not only does this elitist politician think "bitter" Americans deal with their "bitterness" by being pro-gun, pro-religion and anti-immigrant, but also anti-trade!

In other words, this elitist politician is in favor of the free trade agreements. That is exactly what his campaign told foreign officials about his real stance on NAFTA.

If you love NAFTA, you'll love Barack.

Hillary Do You Remember These: 1) Remember the Sabboth and keep it Holy

Typical. Her experience with guns is irrelevant today when she doesn't want to answer a question, but relevant yesterday when she wanted to tell a warm and fuzzy story that may yet turn out to be another lie. Lies and hypocrisy. How, exactly, is she supposed to be different from the current president?

Anyone want to place bets on how many days it'll take before we see a warm and fuzzy story about a church visit of hers? Because, y'know, her visits to church aren't relevant today, but they will be suddenly some other day when there's an opportunity to pander.

I believe Senator Clinton is totaling ignoring the underline meaning of Senator Obama coments. Which was that because of being overlooked by the past presidents due to trade agreement and global economy , they have forgoten about Samall town america. I would of thought that Senator Clinton, which has so many mis-statement that Senator Obama did not comment on, i.e., dodging bullets in Boznia, giving a statement that did not happen from a woman who lost her health insurance and other that this is politics as ususal.

Senator Clinton jumping on this right away appearsto be the politics of old, i.e., tear someone down because you have not had a message that resonate with a majority of votoer across the US. It also both help her ailing campaign and help the republican. This is one of the reason that if the Democratic Party steal the nomination away from Senator Obama.

I will be encouraging my friends and neighbors to either not vote for a democratic presidental nominne or look at other possible candiates, i.e. John McCain. Even though I do not like his IRAQ policy nor his economic policy. John McCain stands up and takes his lumps and truly has charcter. Just as Senator Obama does.

Clinton is scary! Obama's comment is right on! People are ANGRY about job losses. This is the central piece of Obama's comment. Then Hillary, being desperate, took it to another level.

Obama hit the nail on the head and I hope people will see through Hillary's tricks. Remember, she and Bill earned $109 million in 7 years so she has not known to being having hard time paying any bill.

HILLARY IS DISGUSTING!

This is a non issue, it won't work for Hillary and it definitely won't work for McBush.

Obama 08

So she's going to call Obama out and claim her father taught her to fire guns when she was little – I wonder if there's footage – but then it's irrelevant if she actually does the things she claims have been so offended.

She says Republicans will make something of this, but it's she and her lapdog Evan Bayh who are trumpeting the Republican horns.

At this point, Hillary, YOU are irrelevant.

Barack Obama shouldn't apologize for anything! The only mistake he made was speaking truth. The problem with Hillary Clinton and John McCain is that they've been on the political inside for so long, they've forgotten and fallen out of touch with how regular people feel. This is another desperate attempt by the Clinton and McCain camps to knock Obama out of the race. Quite frankly, the fact that they both agree, lets me know he's doing the right thing.

Jobs are drying up, the economy is on the brink of collapse and our military is stretched so thin we couldn't defend ourselves if we had to. What do long term old school politicians like Hillary and McCain do? They play the old D.C. shell game of talking about everything but what's wrong in the Country. Saying that people who are justifiably bitter and angry are bitter and angry is smart. He's letting everyday people know that he understands, not only, their frustrations but the source of their frustrations. Why can't Sen. Clinton focus on what she brings to the table and not what's wrong with Sen. Obama? Because she has nothing to offer, that's why.

Bitter Hillary, than Barack, think twice America! the truth is she is a liar!!!

Hillary is a hypocrite.

I can't believe full of it she is…her gun toting and christian upbringing was so important before…she could hardly talk enough about hunting and church before now it's irrelevant?…what's irrelevant is how many whiskey shots she threw back and WHAT IS RELEVANT is how MSM feel it necessary to broadcast that and NOT info on how her top advisor and husband supported the very same trade deals and ideologies that have these people in the mess they are in. WHAT's relevant is the fact that Bill is tied and made miilions from a company that supported CHINA's mistreatment of Tibet. WHAT's relevant is whether Obama spoke the truth when he said that republicans use issues like gay marriage, illegal aliens, and gun rights to distract voters from real issues like economic reform that are affecting their lives. Republicans create a firm base out of the very people they exploit and ignore( whenever their isn't an election going on…) Let's talk about the real issues and (let's see if the moderator will deem my comment acceptable because it seems my comments never get the nod of approval)

Poor Hillary, Obama is making her work so hard, even on Sundays. Remember she said this race would be over after February 5th, Super Tuesday.

Today she has to hurry and spin this story, and she's a pro at lying. The only problem is it won't work, you will never get my country.

Sorry Hill, Barack still has my vote. He is the only in the Democratic race with integrity.

Who cares when the last time she ever fired a gun or went to church? It has nothing to do with her campaigning. Senator Clinton is the best-qualified candidate for our presidency. Please keep fighting Senator Clinton. When you get the nomination, it was well worth the fight. GO HILLARY 08!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

This woman will say anything to win. Even if she damages the party. She is giving the Republicans all the amunition that they will need to derail a change that we really need in Washington.
I can't believe that people can't see through what she is doing.

Elitiste, does she really have room to talk. $109 mil in the bank, over $400,000 from NAFTA speaches, and more from Chines internet Co.
Verses a community organizer. Lets be real.

Oh, but Ms. Clinton you claimed to have had extensive experience with guns. So, it is relevant! Or did you just mis-speak again?

You are seeking to be an elitist and devisive! Is this the big surprise you had waiting in the wings? The big PA surprise.

What is true is that we – I and the rest of my fellow "common" citizens – are angry with how YOU and your lobby cronies have disenfranchised my citizenship for your own agenda. You can divert and drink a shot and take a shot or two BUT reality is that you are a liar. YOU cannot tell the truth! I will never believe a word you say – ever again.

YOU say what you can for expediency. What promises did you make to the people of New York to get elected? How many of them have you kept?

Subtle hint: All questions that the citizens of the USA ask you are relevant! We are deciding the fate of our country. Can you bring us back from the brink of Constitutional destruction?

I don't think so. YOU are a supporter of NAFTA and the North American Union. YOu voted to support additional expansion of the wars!

YOU are not here for me – the common citizen! YOU are in it for yourself!

Clintons are really out of tounch when they said that Pennsylvania small towners are not "bitter, but proud." Guess what, they do not have millions of dollars to be proud of. That is really a millonaire's out -of-touch talking points.

It is truely fascinating that Obama's comments have given HRC another opportunity to question his judgement. How very clever for her to comment about other good men. Is this the first sign that she tacitly acknowledges Obama will win the nomination. Has a deal been done for a joint ticket ? Very doubtful, but maybe.
As the head of the Democratic ticket, Obama will be subjected to the kind of scrutiny normally reserved for Cilnton and Bush. The main question is : Can he weather this scrutiny or will he make elementary errors like the 'bitter' comments again and again over the several month general campaign ? Obama fanatics seem incapable of rational thought as his candidacy, which is of enormous historical import, mobilises the young vote tens times as much as Rock the vote ever did and is carried along effortlessly by amorphous goodwill. The wider population will not be transfixed to the same degree.
Polls now do not matter a jot. The GOP DO NOT deserve to win this forthcoming election, but may just manouevre into a winning position by November. Far from coming across as someone who can cross the aisle, Obama is risking coming across as someone who is casual with his words and simply not grasping the true meaning of what he is saying. America deserves better.
However, if the choice in November is Obama v McCain then HRC supporters need to get with the program and vote for Obama. A further 4 years of GOP leadership is likely to be disastrous. A vote for McCain is a vote for a bogus war. A vote for Obama or HRC is a vote for Hope and Change you can all believe in.

Senator Clinton is absolutely correct her attendance at church, last usage of a firearm, full financial disclosure by her and President Clinton, full disclosure about the events during President Clinton's tenure in the White House, none of that is relevant, the only relevant issue is that Senator Clinton has and will say anything necessary to win the DNC primary and in the alternative deystroy the winning DNC candidates chances at a victory in November 2008 so that she can run again in 2012.

She is such a total phony. I can't believe I used to support her. Lemme see now,,,Obama lives on the Southside of Chicago where he spent the better part of his adult life helping working people better themselves. She lives in hoity toity Chappaqua, NY, where she and Bubba recorded a combined income of…wait for it….$109 million last year. But somehow Barack's an elitist because he noted that working people in PA blue collar communities have been made bitter by being left behind economically by her husband's and Dubya's economic policies and they have fallen back on their religion, their guns, and their xenophobia. She must have PTSD from all that sniper fire she was never under.

"making it clear about church going and gun owning"……WHAT?? the only reason this is even a topic now is because your trying to discredit Obama because of the truth that was coming out of his mouth…….You are the ultimate politician Hillary. If this is what you want America..I say go ahead and vote for her….but be careful of what you wish for.

What a load of crap the Clinton's are selling now — Bill said the exact same thing about "bitter" people when he ran for President in 92. Of course people are bitter, the economy is in the tank.

Well, politics is politics, but this is over the top. Hillary can not win the nomination, she and her husband can only prevent Obama from winning the White House.

Is that what they are doing?

hahaha!

So you're claiming Obama is out of touch

Yet you don't go to church or have real religious views, you make 108 million dollars and donate to your own charity, and you continue a campaign of smear politics. I hate to tell you, Hillary, but he has the community organizer who make $12,000 a year helping people who lost their jobs in steel plants, not you. HE is the one who is in touch with the American people.

I smell hypocrisy. It smells foul.

Clinton dismissed the question about her church attendance because she doesn't lie on Sundays–NOT.

talk abount two faced! talk abount aelitist she wants to control people
to say the very questions she is raising are irrelevantto her . she has to be dumber a mud fence. one of the local t.v. stations was covering
a speech chelsea gave talking abount the lady that had on insurance
and the hospital that didnt treat her . some one mentioned at the meeting that wasnt quite right. chelsea comited according the reporter this is what she was told and she was stucking to it . is there
some thing here that im missing

Hillary really need to get a life and stop being such a cry baby! How can she make a good president if she continue to give the impression that she will do anything to win this election, cheat, kill, lie or destroy. Obama is correct in what he said. we are fed up. The trason she cannot understand tis is because she has millions If this is going to cause him the votes in Penn. or any place else, then we are the looser. I once had such great respect for the clintons even after bill affair in our sacred Whitehouse. Both of them now are acting like liars and cheats. Obama told the truth!

hello, first we know that cnn and (the situation room especially cafferty do not like hilllary;but no matter what obama does they find a reason to back him…and please i watch cnn,msnbc, fox and i know what is what,..obama who everyone saids is just a great speaker well i am sure he knew what he was saying…the t.v. is on and i want to say here goes your reporters how muc h the clintons made…so what…your program and reporters are pro obama…it is right on the tv now…the debate tonight i hope campbell brown gets a straight answer from obama on pro choice…as i will also watch fox tonight which is right on this and please i hope campbell is fair to hillary.,..to find out what is right the voters have to hear sean hannity who tells it like it is…no flowers…the only one in the situation room find fair is lou dobbs. i love his program and he is so truthful…ann

Coming next week on Ellen: Target practice with Hillary!

Hillary challenges Barack to a shoot-off, best score wins the nomination.

Barack declines, not trusting Hillary with a gun in his presence.

wasn't the last hillary gunfight in bosnia?

yes hillary, it IS relevant. you're running around painting yourself as a gun-loving, church-going american. easter? tell me when the last time you fired a gun was. this woman just wants to destroy the democratic party at whatever cost. elitist is making $109 million in ten years, then trying to pretend to be blue-collar. i saw this clip on tv, and hillary says that the paper in scranton was talking about obama using the world bitter. nice hillary. why didn't you mention that the same paper today came out and endorsed OBAMA? grab your kid, your husband, two of his girlfriends and simply go away.

I haven't fired a gun since I was in the military. That doesn't mean I don't believe in a persons right to own and use one.

I can't think of a time where Clinton has actually answered a question. Someone should let her know that, generally speaking, questions are meant to be answered.

We can't possibly talk about stuff like funding for education, rebuilding the nations infrastructure which is falling apart so rich people can have tax cuts, unirsal single payer health care (I like the Canadian system if anyone cares.

No, it's more important to twist an opponents words for political gain.

Hillary – you have the better health insurance plan – but you're about as deep as the mud flats from which you're scooping the crap your flinging around wildly. You're making it very hard to vote for you should you win the nomination. I may be busy packing for Canada.

Right on, Hillary!

Her story is as good as her Bosnia story!

Watch out for the snipers!

Beer and whiskey on Saturday night, church on Easter Sunday, and this party of the common working man takes a "church going, gun owning, whiskey chasing" lurch toward the "good old boy" south. Is Hillary trying to be "Miss Kitty?" You know Hillary has NEVER fired a gun since Bill is still alive!

Hillary Clinton is an opportunist – this woman doesn't idenitify with the PA rural voters any more than my 6 year old Chicago-born daughter. She will say anything to win, no matter how absurd it sounds! She opens up the can of whip as*, an when asked if she has ever actually whipped as*, all she can say is "it's not relevant?!" This woman is all TALK and Politics… Those PA voters are not as dumb as she is hoping and praying they are… She gets more and more pathetic every single day!

Mike Krauss : Director of the PA Bureau of Rural Affairs and Director of the Pennsylvania Republican State Committee
Senator Barack Obama seems to have a penchant for honest thought. It was again on display in remarks he made this past week about some Pennsylvania voters.

And all things considered, I think I may actually prefer Obama’s evident intellectual remove to the contrived folksiness of many of the other elites who have campaigned for and governed as president in modern times. I name no names.

Um, yeah, Hillary, we remember 2000 and 2004 very well.

Then it was the REPUBLICANS who smeared the best candidate as "elitist." I never imagined that a Democrat would stoop so incredibly low.

The Clinton legacy is finally dead.

So now we know Hillary is an Easter Christian.

The Clinton campaign called the democratic superdelegates to "complain" about Obama's comment in a way suggesting that the Obama camp ought to have done the same during the Bosnia story. Are we seeing a replay of the the famed "guilty complex" syndrome or has the democratic debate been turned upside-down into a "mom, he started licking the sugar" kind of contest? Clinton ought to explain the term, "kitchen sink" policy rather than hanging on to a losing contest. She is definitely not my type of loser; she is a very bitter loser. And should she win the nomination, I will organize my neighborhood to elect McCain by huge numbers. I'm fed up! Clinton (Mr) has no day job and it seems like he is truly the guy fighting so hard to get a corner office at the White House. THAT is the way I see it.

what kind of campaingn is this. When are we going to put hypocresy behing and being real. Barack Obama is having more trouble for telling the true about people feelings in rural Pensylvania then hilary Clinton for lying about Bosnia and Ireland. At this point of the primary , she is so desperate, she is sticking to anything….
I am getting "so bitter "about this campaingn, I am thinking about voting republican in november

obam is unable to talk without a telepromter, if he doesn't have a telepromter his real views come out.

news papers endorse obama because they want to sale papers to his follows, plus most papers follow the most liberal cadidate

This story is being reported with such irresponsibility!

Obama makes a gaffe and Hilary Clinton, Queen of Gaffes and lies, is permitted to use the free media to distort it and demonize him for days. All that Obama said, although inartfully, was what every democrat has said since Thomas Frank published his award winning "What's the Matter With Kansas" in 2004. Obama was answering a question about why economically disadvantaged Repbulicans focus on gun rights, religious divisions, and other so-called "values" issues, when their economic interests lie with the Democrats' philosophy.

This is a an analysis embraced by the Democratic party itself, including the Clintons. Her disingenuous use of the term "elitist" is completely illegitimate and the media is reporting this as if Obama called low income people "hicks." He is the one who has devoted his life to fighting for the poor, not Clinton.

Now here she is posing as a gun enthusiast and devotely pious church-goer and she is receiving the same attention. Why don't the reporters on this story just write a check to her campaign instead of pretending this isn't the worst political garbage?

When the presidential candidates were asked a question about what they think threir shortcomings were it was only OBAMA that gave a straight answer. HILARY essentially said she had none.
Obama telling things as it is refreshing and all small town people like myself appreciate that very much.

I THINK SOMEONE SHOULD TAKE A POLE IN PENNSYLVANIA TO FIND OUT HOW MANY CITIZENS ARE BITTER ABOUT—THE WAR,THEIR JOBS, GOVERNMENT WASTE AND OUR STUPID PRESIDENT. I DON'T LIVE IN PENN. BUT I AM BITTER ABOUT THAT ENTIRE LIST. I THINK OBAMA TOLD IT LIKE IT IS.

We find again that Senator Clinton, will say and do anything to be elected. It does matter when and if she went to church or fired a gun. When you use these items against someone else you must be ready to answer the same question. This is again politics as usual, as a nation we need to turn the page on this type of politics and move to a new a better Amreica

This wont get on here..I am always in moderation…but …what a great stress reliever.

She has got to be kidding…..NOT REVELANT?????

She is touting experience again……on guns, faith, and how people feel and think and she thinks certian questions arent relevant???

How much longer are we going to give the "Clintons" a free ride??

I went to church on Easter, I mean, so??? ( sounds a bit like Cheney , dont you think)

Which church, where, what service, cuz Lady we dont believe a word uttered from yours or Billy's mouth!!!

Well, hillary is right. The speech was about obama's comments, not hillary and shooting a gun. And by the way, the way I read what Obama said, I don't think he was talking about guns for hunting! Since there are no other replies at this time are you going to print this one? you never print any of my other comments. Just remember I am from a small town in pa. You don't want to make me bitter! (just kidding)

Hill is full of it. How can she make a remark about someone being out of touch…..she and Mc Cain have over a hundred million dollars. They're so far removed from the "regular" American's it isnt' funny.

How amazing is it that she is grilling Obama about a mis statement….can I mention Bosnia. There's no sniper fire here….this is actually a mis statement, not a out and out lie

What I want to know is. Does Hillary Clinton work for John McCain? The 3:00 am commercial worked great for McCain. Now the bitter comment which she's so desperatly making something out of again gives McCain ammo. She is the worst of the worst!! I a life long democrat would not vote for her under ANY circumstances!!

More BS from someone who's trying to "highlight" how close she is with people who Barack Obama supposedly demeaned. What a laughing stock. The real unfortunate thing here, though, is not Hillary being a complete transparent toolbox, but that so many voters eat this stuff up.

Well now that she is a whiskey drinking, gun toting, church going, lier, of course any question asked of her is irrelevant. What is also irrelevant is the millions she and her husband and the Clinton Library have made off of countries that have poor human rights records. It is irrelevant because they are elitists that don't have a clue about America, just want benefits them monetarily and gives them power.

You don't speak for me!!! Earning $109 million!!!

Once again I give credit to the Clinton campaign for taking it to Obama. After Texas they might had learn to go on the offensive but once again this political machine doesn't care how dirty they get and take over the airwaves. Obama campaign please wake up. You guys get overconfident or are just naive to the extent this Clinton campaign plays.

So, gun-toting, sniper-dodging Hillary now thinks the question of when she last fired a gun is irrelevant?

ROFLMAO

I sure hope people see through this.

Yeah, tell us Hillary, When was the last time you fired a gun or you went to church. Painting of Obama as being ellitist is a dismissal of your wealth having earned more than 108 Million dollars over the last 8 years, not exactly the income of blue collar people. You don't know anything about blue collar bitterness. Your husband earned more than $800,000 in speeches lobbying for free trade agreement with Colombia. Your campaign chief strategist is paid money to lobby for free trade agreement for other country. Where is your connection to the Blue color workers. It's very shameful of you, Hillary.

Both Clinton and Obama have made statements that they would relieve us of our handguns if they have their way… this statement and story is very misleading to the American public. They both believe in victim disarmament. I will be voting (if needed writing in) for Ron Paul to give us back our rights and bring us back to the Constitutional values. Thank you very much…. I have voted Democrate for too long and Republicans are no better!!

Further explain – what's to further explain than "If I offended, I regret" Get a life Hill, I regret was not MISSPOKEN.

Clinton has stepped to a new low. She has turned the truth into chaos. But when your getting your butt handed to you , i guess its best to spin it back on the people. Whats sad is that stupid Americans are bying it.

Hillary: Why are you trying to get so much mileage out of a colleague's
humanness which you are twisting and distorting? It makes you come off
as smug, entitled and "elitist", though I do not think your impression of Obama as elitist correctly defines him. I have changed my mind about the "best" and "most electable" Democrat. It will be good to have Obama in the White House in 2009.

Clinton is such a liar, she gets caught in so many lies.

I really can't believe anyone is made about what Obama said. It's the truth. I think there is something to the fact that less educated people support Hillary. You would have to be dumb to not understand what Obama was saying.

Wake up, Clinton's have made 100 million dollars from people like the Dubai government.

To quote from McCain's spokesperson, "I find these remarks breathtaking" Why aren't we talking about Iraq? Why aren't we talking about homeless vets? Why is this Wellsley/Yale Law School Grad calling Obama an elitist?

Yeah, man, I'm glad Hillary isn't giving the Republicans any ammo… oh wait, this prolonged nomination fight is nothing BUT exposing ammo for Republicans to use against the Dem nominee.

WOW! Talk about an elitist comment from the mouth of Hillary herself!

"elitist and out of touch": Wow, now it is getting really nasty. I cannot tell the difference between Clinton's and McCain's reaction.

It does not matter when Senator Clinton went to church last or shot a gun last because Senator Obama was not talking about her in his little speech to his wealthy suppporters. He was talking about small town folks who live in rural areas of PA and other states. He was talking about me and other folks who live in small towns.

Clinton loves to dodge direct questions and re-focus negitive attention on Obama. It's remarkable how he refuses to leverage her gaffes publically yet she pounces any time she gets a chance. To think she and her supporters are acting like the Republicans would have a field day with Obama's weaknesses. I guess they think that the Republicans will compete as honorably against her as Obama has. That's laughable. Why does she insist on doing her best to degrade Obama's chances in November?

The politician who are out of touch are the once who get tens of millions of dollars from big time lobbyist and foreign interests. Obama has made it a hard ways just like millions of Americans. The family with no income, borrowing money to go to school, he unlike the Clintons have student loans and mortgages not a 109 millions of income, if any one understand the challenges of middle and lower income Americans it is Barack Obama. That is why millions of people believe in change and that together “yes we can”. In fact, about bitterness shows his in touch with the common man problems.

The "Elitist" person here, is Hillary. Raised in a semi-wealthy family, attended elitist schools, for the past 25 years has lived an "elitist" life. For the past 6, has had an annual income of approx. 1 million each year. SHE IS A REAL WASHINGTON ELITIST! Obama, born to a single parent, just paid off his school loans, was a Community Organizer, hasn't made nearly the amount of annual income his rival has.

She's "milking" this mistake by Obama for all it's worth. Remember she just said all he does is "use words"….and make speeches, well if that's the case…..this use of the word "bitter" shouldn't mean anything to anyone.

Don't be duped into thinking he isn't the man he is….the real truth is, she IS the woman she portrays herself to be……lies about lots and lots of stuff, throws the kitchen sink, runs a terrible campaign and I could go on and on.

She's "out of touch" and the elitist, not Obama.

Hillary Clinton is a loser. No wonder she's twisting his words.

Is John Edwards really going to continue to sit back and watch?

Obama just insulted the former base of John Edwards supporters. Add that with Hillary's 100% universal health care plan compared to Obama's SUBPAR plan, I would think it is now time for Edwards to stop the madness, and endorse Hillary Clinton.

How can Hillary "100 million in 8 years" Clinton have any credibility when calling someone else an elitist. This is ridiculous political banter.

I fail to understand why every slip up that Sen. Obama makes suddenly becomes Sen. Clinton's problem. Is it too much to ask that Sen. Obama take some responsibility for his own remarks? Perhaps those that have caught the Obama fever will soon realize that he is an elitist that lacks the grit and conviction for the presidency.

OK, so if she says she goes to church every Sunday, then people will be questioning her about separation between church and state. If she doesn't , they will say she isn't "Christian" enough. Geez, the woman can't win. I think her answer kept her out out of trouble, for today anyway.
I am a democrat, but have never been near a gun, nor do I want to be. This is one issue I disagree with her on-I have no love for the NRA who totally misrepresent the 2nd amendment. Like it or not, guns kill, every day, every hour in every city. And were we to have some regulation on the types of guns that the true hunters out there really need, maybe there would be less hunting down of people.

The media loves to ask Clinton the silliest questions.

Go ask the same drivel of Obama.

How absurd.

Well….in short, it sounds as if she has overshot herself again.

We know Hillary…"it's never relevant" when you do not want to answer questions. Why don't you just laugh like you usually do.

Yes, it's true that Republicans take advantage of the situation, but unfortunately, Hillary Clinton was the very first and loudest to take advantage of the situation. So her current remarks are disingenuous to say the least. She pounced upon Obama, when she could just as easily have said nothing. If she actually cares about the Democratic party itself, why didn't she simply let McCain be the accuser? It's very hard to believe, with instances like this, that she really cares for anything except her own candidacy and winning the nomination at any cost.

Guns and roses! You cannot put your house in order by attacking another man`s comments that don`t involve you. See, senator Obama has been so cool as not to attack Hillary on her lies and blunders but she keeps picking up his used tissues. Yes, people are bitter for loosing jobs due to the NAFTA Hillary herself promoted. All she can say is "People are smiling and happy". H.a.p.p.y? Of course you don`t know better, too much whisky again. Or, was the time past 11pm? Bill Clinton did say folks over 60 years tend to forget things after 11p.m on his defence of your Bosnia lies. He only forgot you greeted folks "good morning" before your lies. And how do you pick a 3 a.m phone if you forgot things at 23:00 hrs according to your husband who I guess know you well? Ask someboby what "bitter" is. You don`t seem to know. All races loves Obama and we all know why we want change. Hillary is one good reason. NO MORE LIES!

Not relevant? Of course its relevant.

I was raised in Marion, IN. I lived there for 24 years. I last worked at General Tire Rubber Plant , "when I wasn't layed off" and was a member of URW I left in 1984. Well, I'm here to tell you, I was bitter then, and I left and I'm bitter now. When I go back home and see the people that I grew up with and family members suffering because almost all of the jobs have gone they can't afford home improvements, new homes, college, and for some food . It is true what Obama has said and people have not only turned to guns, but churches for comfort (which is a good start ) they have also turned to drugs and even the lottery with their last dollar hoping for a miracle to happen to them.. It really hurts me, and angers me to see so many people messed up, bitter and angry in Marion, Muncie, Kokomo, FT Wayne, Anderson and so on, it seems that nobody gives a care. So, what Mr Obama has done now is opened up a can of wounds, that Hillary had hoped to keep closed she doesn't want anyone to think about her charity givings to herself, the Clinton foundation, The Clinton Library and the Charities of her elitist friends. Oh yes. and NAFTA, She is trying to distract from her Columbian dealings which she shares with Bill. Bottom line is Hillary does not care about you, she just wants your vote so that she and Bill can live a lavish life in the whitehouse while you continue to suffer. Barack came into Politics by the way of caring for the good of all the people and he still does. As for J. McCain he doesn't even count and is a waste of my words he shadows G. Bush JR. God Bless You Obama for the good of all people.

It'll be interesting to see how her comments went over in Scranton. It's an interesting place: predominantly blue-collar and Democratic, however the people tend to be religious and since hunting is practically a religion unto itself in Pennsylvania, many folks are gun-owners as well.

Since the nominee is either Clinton or Obama, why are they both giving Republicans fuel to use for the general elections? Clinton and her people are especially blind to wanting her ambitions of presidency that she doesn't see the damage. Wake up Democrats. At least Obama hasn't jumped on to every lie of Clinton's and called her elitest.

If she thinks it could be bad for Obama to be viewed that way she should not have called him elitest.

“We can answer that some other time,”
Hillary needs more time to come up with a lie

Frankly, I would like to know how often my future President goes to church. Easter? Everybody goes to church on Easter. Obviously, Hillary does not have a spiritual bone in her body.

Unreal how much fuss is being made because Obama said people are bitter. People ARE bitter. How does saying so make anyone an eilitist.

Honestly, with the millions that the Clintons make, you don't think they think they are above the average American citizen? Come on, get real.Bill and Hillary both think they are God's gift to the world.

I really cannot respect anyone who spends ALL their time ripping up their opponent, trying to bring Obama DOWN to her level. She is a woman with zero integrity. She can't think of anything positive to say about herself, so the time now is spent picking apart every word Obama says. And frankly, I can't see why the press spends so much time and space on insignificant things.

I would still like to see the Peter Paul issue get the press it deserves. I really can't understand why the press has basically ignored that whole issue. Bill and Hillary were right in the middle of that whole illegal fundraising debacle.

I think that the recent past has clearly demonstrated that Sen. Clinton truly believes that the truth (or lack thereof) in what she says is indeed not relevant. The disconnect between her rhetoric and her actions is extreme, even by the low standards of career politicians.

Belonging to a church and/or regular church attendance does not necessarily make a good Christian. Religion isn't nearly as important as spirituality and how much a part of who you are and what you do is reflected by that spirituality.
Bearing false witness, pandering and using the plight of others only as a political means to an end aren't very Christian attributes.
So how often Clinton has gone to church really isn't as important as what she brought from the last service she attended. She may have slept through a few sermons.

When a politician refuses to answer a question, it can only be because it would be a negative to her campaign. In this case, Hillary is pretending she understands guns and gun ownership. And trying to appeal to church goers. It is one more effort at remaking her image. We saw it when she tried to pretend she was tough in Bosnia. We saw it when she distorted her foreign policy record. We saw it when she manufactured her crying scene (s). We saw it when she put on her little Saturday Night Live skit. There is not a genuine bone in this woman's body.

YAWN! I'm so tired of politicians in general. They try to make themselves out to be the "common" person when nothing is further from the truth. Let's face it, every presidential (and congressional) election is between two people that have no solid beliefs and just want power. They are all elitists at that level (Republicans and Democrats alike). The only way this country will ever change for the better is if people stop being blinded by party lines and start voting out the hundreds of representatives that have entrenched themselves in politics for years and still have not made anyone's life better other than their own.

This lady is amazing…amazingly determined to win by any cost even if it means starting a negative war with Obama which will mean neither will win against McCain.

Maybe I should vote for Hillary. Either the Dems lose because Clinton has beaten up Obama by the time he faces McCain or they lose because Clinton is the nominee.

Thank you Clinton.

Senator:
You are on point with your comments, let me give a first hand account and I'm sure there are voters who will have there say come April 22nd and May 6th. who will agree!

It's true 25 or 30 years ago the workers in the steel mill were being told that we can buy steel cheaper and of a better quality from Japan. Even though Nippon was buying our mills. They'd buy our scrap metal we would buy their steel?
Soon afterward the Mills would close.
Then the companies that use the coils of steel ie. Auto makers began to use more imported steel.

Then you have trade agreement that allows them to out source parts to remain competive in there own words, OK! They'd announce a plant closing, now you have localities offering tax incentives, infrastructure improvements, as a way of helping them,save some jobs, OK! At the taxpayer, workers expense, millions of Dollars. So, the money they save is often enough to finance the building of, or at least help foot the cost of building a New Factory in other countries, Then they'd close the Factories anyway. Oh! you're not intouch! How do you suppose the people the communities felt.

I was bitter when my co-workers go laid off, I was even more angry when it was my turn to hit the highway. I knew it would not be easy to replace that income, but for many it was impossible I was lucky, I prayed a lot, I blame the Company for taking advantage of us an the Cities, I blame the Unions for not doing more, I blame the Goverment for letting them. The Companies got incentives from State and Federal levels.

Stick to your Guns Obama no (pun intended). Its the other Guy or Gal thats out of touch

I think that she SHOULD state the last time she attended church or fired a gun. If she's going to be making claims like that then she should have no problem answering those questions…or is she making stuff up again like Bosnia? I mean, to criticize what Obama said and then try and get behind the fact that she attends church and knows how to fire a killing machine yet refuses to sate WHEN she did both of those makes me (again) leary of her ability to tell the truth.

clinton you are irrelevant in american politics

HYPOCRITE, GOD IS WATCHING YOU. REMEMBER THAT…

Hillary wants to "answer that some other time" because it's another instance of her memory playing tricks on her. She CAN'T REMEMBER the last time she held a gun; probably it was right when she was dodging bullets. The woman is a fabulist.

hopefully Obama is smart enough…and perhaps brave enough, to make sure he does not get painted as an elitist, because he is much less deserving of that title than Kerry or Gore were.

He just needs to be aggressive in confronting controversy in the way he did on the rev. Wright issue

How typical of the Clintons. Of course the question is relevant — if the last time she fired a gun was 50 years ago and she didn't go to church on Easter, how can she get on the pro-gun, religion pulpit? For that matter, does she OWN a gun?

Its a matter of trust.I love my country.I am not bitter.I do believe in God and I would never ever slam my country into the ground.That is why I will not vote for Obama.I think he is anti-American now for sure.First their was the Rev Wright issue,a man that Obama thought of as his loving uncle.A man who told the world we deserved 911 and that God slammed America.Obama sat in that church for 20 years.And after all that even today he calls him his friend! And now Obama calls Americans bitter,and all we care about are our guns? I know the youth follow this man.In 1935 Germany the youth followed another man called Hitler.We all know how that movie ended.I am going to vote for Hillary Clinton.She may not be perfect but I know she loves America as much as I do.And most of all I trust her as my President!!

She brings up church and gun ownership and then says questions about her personal actions in that regard are irrelevant…..WHAT?

Hmmm…… The Clinton's – $109 million
The Obama's – $1.7 million
McCain and Anheiser Busch Heiress Wife – $More than you
can imagine.

AND SHE'S CALLING OBAMA AN ELITIST???

SHE NEEDS TO GET BACK TO THE SENATE FULL TIME IN A HURRY!

And Hillary is exactly right.

Obama is another Dukakis, Al Gore, and John Kerry. Obama is unelectable.

Clinton brand is a winning brand. Let's face facts here democrats, the clinton's don't lose all that often. The republicans have tried to take down the clinton's for years, and failed miserably.

I am a church goer and a gun owner, plus I am republican, american independant, I have been to Obama's church web site and been to McCain's church's web site, I was concerned by the doctrine of the trinity united church of christ, and how many times it refered to being a black church for the black people and supporting africa as the motherland and place of the start of humanity, supposedly we are all god's people and supposedly we all are desendants of the family of Noah's and supposedly we can all work together as one nation under God, but I would like to know how many caucasion people go to Obama's church and how many black people go to McCains church, you see I attend a old school baptist church that is of black impoverished folks history, but there is not a single mention of color in the church doctrine, at all,,,

I was out of job till very recently and believe me I was very bitter and my relationship with God blossomed during the very trying period. I don't understand why it is an issue with anybody because it is a fact of life. What I find annoying is people who have never been out of job deliberating on how we should feel instead of how to end the job loss situation in the country. Is it not Ironic to deny us of the opportunity to earn a living and turn around and try to ride on the deprivation to success. Obama and Clinton and McCain should concentrate on how to provide jobs, arrest the mortgage crises and solve the Iraqi debacle. They should stop talking about issues they have no clue about. We have the right to be very bitter, Hunt when, where and for whatever reason we want, and draw nearer to God when and wherever we choose. It is demeaning for people who have never been unemployed to ride on our misfortune to electoral success. That is double jeopardy.

What I really do not understand is how anyone that is educated in the least can support Clinton II. I don't think Bill did a completely horrible job but I think that with the present choices, Hillary would be more detrimental to our country than anything. If a Clinton supporter could just tell me why they are supporting her. Is there an actual issue or demenor that I am not catching.
talk to me

Oh really Hillary? Who is out of touch? Think about it…
Your Husband rakes in $800,000 in fees for speaking in support of a trade deal in Columbia, a trade deal that you say you are against…That income (filed jointly) helped support a trade deal that you oppose…and what about the China connection ….with Bill? A firm connection that helped support the Tibet Crackdown? and you say Obama is out of touch?
First of all….you Hillary are out of touch with a little thing called ETHICS AND TRUTH TELLING
Secondly…you are WAY out of touch of the BITTERNESS of this nation…the people are VERY bitter…that is why they are in need of Obama's hope, something you didn't foresee did you?
You thought this election would be over on Feb 5th
Well you were wrong, and WHY?
BECAUSE IT IS YOU THAT IS OUT OF TOUCH WITH THE PULSE OF THE NATION…..YOU JUST DON'T GET IT….OBAMA IS THE ONE "IN TOUCH" YOU HILLARY ARE JUST PLAIN CLUELESS

I am really starting to have bitter feelings for Hillary. I wish she would stop the nonsense.

Why exactly did guns and religion all of a sudden become a talking point for Clinton?

Oh, right…

Last week she predicted more twists and turns in this election
her prediction is true
Obama the time for you to quit the race

This is all the Dems have to talk about?? Nothing real, just junior high name calling. Vote McCain

By the way Darth, you are clueless. When Clinton was still president in 1998, the world voted to hold Hussein accountable for being in violation of international law due to non-compliance. When we invaded Iraq, it was not illegal, or a violation of international law. Iraq's failure to comply already made the action legal, but nothing was ever done prior to 2003.

I am not happy about the situation either, and can look back NOW and say we should not have gone in there. Just quit with the "criminal" accusations for something you know nothing about.

ILL ARY tell us more from Columbia , NAFTA , Bosnia , Ohio wife.

ILL ARY u are a porr chicken , liar and loser

Shame on you

I am to the point were I am no longer disappointed in her. I simply feel pity for her. She goes negative to try and cover up very important things going on in her campaign by calling out a comment that was very much in touch with the people I am not only bitter I am pissed off!

She needs to get her head out of the sand and look around. people are losing there homes, and jobs yes but there is also a much bigger thing been going on in this country for a long time. even people whom want to go to school can't or if they do when done they have student loans for 10-20 years later. his comments were not divisive until she made them divisive they were said over a week ago but once again she has to go negative and for what she has no chance of winning in the GE after all the lies.

People like her fight to get into office because of who they owe favors under the table and the Clinton's owe alot of people! guess that is why they are so ready to rip apart the part and the country to get there way. greed greed greed.

Once again Shame on you Sen Clinton.

Go Obama 08. Yes We Can

Whatever was the DNC thinking to allow someone so new to run like this. Dean and Pelosi need to be replaced as does the whole proportional delegate system. What a joke of a Party.

You go girl!

When it comes to trying to relate to the common man, Hillary is being a complete fraud. Yesterday, she went into a bar and downed a shot of Crown Royal and a beer. Crown Royal? Didn't anybody bother to tell her that Crown Royal is CANADIAN whisky? Of course not – it would interfere with her NAFTA backing or money that her husband is probably getting from the Canadians. Give me a break!

The only shots that Hillary knows about are the sniper fire she got in Bosnia and the sniping she is constantly doing at Obama. Enough! It is time to retire the Clintons.

Would Hillary put her hand on a Bible and repeat her sniper fire Bosnia story? No, because it's a lie.
Would Obama put his hand on the Bible and repeat the truth about about how rural and small town America feels? Yes, because it is the truth.
Case closed.

Obama'08

I really dislike this woman. I hate the Iraq war but there is no way I want such a vile person as our president.

From Obama's Campaign Website (stated long before Bittergate)…

" As a former constitutional law professor, Barack Obama believes the Second Amendment creates an individual right, and he greatly respects the constitutional rights of Americans to bear arms. He will protect the rights of hunters and other law-abiding Americans to purchase, own, transport, and use guns for the purposes of hunting and target shooting. He also believes that the right is subject to reasonable and commonsense regulation."

Contrast that campaign plank with the current statements coming from Clinton & McCain.

I do not get this candidate!!?? Are we really going to put another two faced liar in the White House?? I would like to know the real truth about why the Bosnia lies, why Mark Penn is still with the campaign, what other fees Mr. ExPresident Clinton received outside of Columbia!!!!!! Please answer!!! SENATOR OBAMA HIT IT RIGHT ON….I AM BITTER. BITTER THAT THE AMERICAN PEOPLE CANNOT SEEM TO SEE THE REAL SENATOR CLINTON.

“We can answer that some other time,” is NOT an answer. There is NOT ONE REASON why she can't answer that NOW unless she is afraid of being exposed as a HYPOCRITE. Let's try to put some honesty into this election.

Hillary 08!!!

Wait a minute here, people. whatever comes out of Barack's mouth is relevant at the moment and immediately seized upon, but Hillary's comments can wait until, what whatever suits her… something smells bad and I think it's hillary with a whole new take on everything she thinks people would like to hear

Right, Hillary is really good at criticizing, not so good at performance. Witness the bowling – she got on Obama hard and fast because of his gutter ball – boasting of having her own ball and shoes. But when she went on Ellen's show, you guessed it, she threw one in the gutter too. Now she's boasting of her shooting skills. OK, somebody give her a gun, take her out to the shooting range and she can demonstrate her ability. DON'T FORGET TO DUCK FOR COVER, FOLKS! She probably hasn't fired a gun since grandpa took her out in the backyard.

>Sigh< Hillary just stick to facts, you know ,actual truth, if you remember how.

Come on hillary just cackle for several minutes then ask them how many angels dance on the head of a pin and you don't know how to answer it. Hey it worked last time. Why does this have to be like pulling teeth ?

I couldn't care less when she fired a gun or went to church!! Where on earth do these ridiculous questions come from?

Answers to those questions are ABSOLUTELY relevant.
If she is going to criticize and brag about her gun experience and her faith and her "mid west" values she better be prepared to back those staemts up with facts.
By the way, what about the millions of people who don't live in the mid west? Is she saying that some how mid west values trump all others???
Why isn't cnn asking THESE questions

Is anybody ask you 'what's gone happen on april 25. 'In your case against Paul. I don't understand, why the media are not talking about it or even your oponent….. What are you hidding Mrs Clinton with your husband again, what's next…What we should know about you that we don't know yet??????????

Clinton knocks on doors in Scranton, Pa. what a joke..
1. The polls show white women are changing from Hillary to Obama

2. Clinton campaign states that polls are not acurate and that they dont matter

3. Why wasn't she knocking on doors before now?

4. Hillary stated that Florida and Michigan didnt matter.When realized ater recovering from sniper fire that it did matter she is pressing the issue..(which by the way is a lost cause)

5. All her fellow democrats want her out of the way (in the way)

6. Lost the nomination…. inevitable.= priceless

7. Hillary campaign does not have any dignity….

8. Hillary is wasting peoples money,,,, she is not in a postion to win… complete liar and manipulator,,

I am sickened to read Clinton attacking Obama on this, calling him "out of touch" and "divisive." Obama could have attacked her on plenty — for one, having MARK PENN as her campaign strategist but her kept his mouth shut. Clinton doesn't give a hoot about people unless they are in states that matter to her winning the nomination. What are people to think in states that she doesn't consider key to winning??????? Hillary gets A FREE RIDE ALL THE TIME because the media knows and all the powerful Washington insiders know that the Clintons will try and ruin them like they so many others. Talk about divided — this Obama supporter is not going to sit back and stay positive. I will NOT VOTE, period if Hillary is the nominee. She's a disgrace to the Democrats and this last round of her "bad mouthing" has set me over the line. Obama does not need to apologize for anything. I'm sick of the media saying he's on the defensive.

Frustrated in DC.

Hillary is a huckster–and Americans know doublespeak when we hear it.

Obama 08

I was born and raised in the Pittsburgh area and I know a lot of people who have been hit hard by the failures of the Bush and Clinton administrations. However, the Bush Administration is the worst.

I did not get the insult from Senator Obama. I knew what he was saying and I know how my friends and relatives feel about the economy and the shaft we have been getting.

I agree with Sam from Indiana who wrote: "If you have lost your job and are going into foreclosure, you are bitter. PA people should be very mad. And they should never forget that the Clintons were the ones who supported NAFTA. And what about Columbia and Bill Clinton and their $800,000 gained from it?"

It is laughable that Senator Clinton would call Obama an elitist when she is worth over a hundred million dollars and he is worth less that $900,000 dollars including book royalties. McCain is also worth over a hundred million dollars with his wife.

Billary and McWarMongerer have a lot of nerve, don't they?

if u went to church,you would know that u are not supposed to lie,backstab,point fingers,decieve,take advantage of people and best of all,you should not RUN FOR PRESIDENT,WHEN U KNOW YOU CANT WIN.

Hmm … "not relevant" …

It's interesting how when the questions are directed towards her, the issue(s) is(are) suddenly "not relevant."

And finishing an answer with "I mean, so?" is completely disrespectful, not to mention arrogant, and oh yeah, elitist.

She's a snake oil saleperson, and only goes to church when it will get her more votes.

Pander, pander, pander. It won't work.

She claims to have gone duck hunting, too. Perhaps in Bosnia?

Obama's remarks may have been unartful. But I'd rather have an occasionally unartful Obama in the White House than a lying, wacky, sleazy Clinton.

Obama or McCain in '08.

I am a 62 years old, southern white male, independent voter. For the past 37 years of my life, I have been seeing the same politicians around who are more concerned about their interests. This year, I thought a change would be made at the white house, reason I am supporting Obama.
The more I see Clinton, the "bitter" I become to know that she wants the White House so bad. Sorry! if she is the democratic nominee, I will make sure Mccain gets my vote.

Hillary and Barack have different views of what politics should be about. Hillary's strategy for years has been to hover as close as possible to the "center" and pander to as many people as possible. In contrast, Barack wants to appeal to our better angels, transcend the divisive issues and bring people together around common purposes. Instead of operating within the partitions created by wedge issues, he wants to unite us around more significant concerns like economic fairness. Meanwhile, Hillary is still thinking inside the box.

Hillary Clinton is hardly one to talk of elitism with her high powered fund raisers and $109 million in income. I find it rich that she even attempt to project herself as so populist when her campaign has approached this Democratic nomination race with a snobbish attitude of entitlement.

She is clearly trying to deflect attention from her many ineptitudes and the underlying thrust of Barack Obama's message – on the economy. She lied about holding reservations to NAFTA (as her White House records clearly indicate), and both her husband and Mark Penn have benefited greatly from lobbying initiatives for the US-Colombia FTA.

The truth is Hillary Clinton will grab at anything to lower Barack Obama – if he should ever have the misfortune of sneezing in public, she'll probably have her campaign spin that as an issue about the frailty of his health or some such nonsense. Thankfully she doesn't appeal to voters with a brain – who form the majority of voters.

McCain and Clinton FIRST attack Obama because he is a church-going Christian and NOW they attack him as being anti-religion?
Talk about serious inconsistencies…

You go girl. It is about time someone has been able to expose the real nature of this person. He is an elitiest, who has never done a real day's work in his life, but talks about his great love for the working people, but before the well healed liberal left wing (where he is appealing to them for their money), he demeans the many people he wants to vote for him. The anti Hillary bashers will be all over this in short order. Many of these bashers are no more then paid volunteers, who have scripts to work from. Many unions employee these tactics. The SEIU claims to have 250,000 members in Pennsylvania. This is also the same union that was fielding all those volunteers in Nevada and California.

STOP BEING SCARED OF REPUBLICANS

Note to the DLC:

We refuse to abandon our principles to get elected.

Clearly Hillary doesn't.

Hillary Clinton- just one of the boys- at $10 a year and a New York Mansion, buying a Senate seat in a state she had to connection with, campaigning for Barry Goldwater, etc. ad nausem- She's no elitist- No her big fund raiser this month was courtesy of a foreign citizen glitter boy g a y popstar who has a British Royalty title- is that even legal? I thought foreign donations were against the law. Now she's just a beer drinking, gun toting guy- Give me a break…

Hello Hillary,
Rather banking on how your opponent (maybe poorly) worded his findings, could you base your campaign on something your own? When something comes our of your own, they are ususally lies, fabrications, and deceitfullness.

So let me get this straight… she and Bill, lie and play double agent on Nafta, 'misspeak', embelish… but the real issue is Obama expressing the valid sentiment of people with whom he's come in contact, and is relaying their ideas… and THATS the scandal??? How does that make sense?

Valid points. But I'm tired of Democrats feeling they have to choreograph their remarks so as to not "give ammunition" to the Republicans.

Isn't there something to be said for a new politics, one where we worry less about "giving ammunition" and more about speaking truth and promoting progress?

Obama's willing to give it a shot, I think. It's why he just keeps saying things that "smart" politicians don't say. Clinton, on the other hand, doesn't want it.

It's a legitimate difference of opinion — do we take a risk and hope for something great, or play it safe and hope for another so-so Democratic administration?

Disgusting. At this point Hillary is just trying to make Obama into an unelectable candidate regardless of the consequences to the party. She's perpetuating an image of Democrats that helped seal Kerry's fate (and Gore's) solely because she thinks it will help her short-term goals, and along the way she's reinforcing the image of herself as a unabashed liar. It's time to end this race before she brings down the entire party and gives away not only the presidency, but congressional seats across the country.

“You don’t have to think back too far to remember that good men running for president were viewed as being elitist and out of touch with the values and lives of millions of Americans,”

She has a point here, and it seems that she is again trying to convince superdelegates that Obama will be characterized as elitist by the Republican attack dogs. I don't think this argument will work for her though, as she could be characterized the same way (Wal-Mart board member . . .).

Either way, I think this year, rather than letting the Republican smear artists make our decisions for us based on who we think they would smear more or less, we should pick the candidate WE want and expose them for the frauds they are. The fact that the Swiftboat Veterans for Truth were allowed to have the influence they did, when some of them admitted they lied and others admitted they did not serve with John Kerry, is disgusting.

Let's stop being afraid of them. It is time for them to be afraid of us.

Is Hillary serious? This chick is so funny to me!!! Simply question… When was the last time you went to church or shot a gun? If you are going to speak about religion and not go to church, something is very wrong with this picture! Now that gun incident is another story…. She should avoid all guns comments after her Bosnia mixup!

PS
Was she taking a swipe at Al Gore with her mention of the 2000 president election? Just asking!

OH HILLARY… evasive again, huh? It's YOU who are not RELEVANT.. Go home and count your millions.

Hillary,Hillary, whats this I hear about it not being relevant the last time you went to church it is very relevant to us Christians maybe drinking in the bar surrounded by men that are not your husband is whats relevant to you. Barrack Obama is the right man with the right judgement for America . Obama 08

It's not "relevant" at this time because she'll need to consult with others to come up with a truthful answer.

Hillary $109 million dollars earned since 2001 and you are calling Obama an elitist. Everything I've seen him talk about and his community service he performed for the steel workers is the complete opposite. Obama has talked more about personal obligation and getting involved. He is a Christian and is not scared to be. Everyone I have heard talk about his fund raising speech are people that are rich and would like to put him back in his place. Give regular people a little credit of being smarter than falling for the same old political tricks.
Obama didn't say it just right but it was the elites from Washington that jumped on it and said we got him now.
We are smarter than that out her in Indiana and know Obama is our only hope of making real change by bringing people together. If we let people pick apart what is said then nothing will ever change.
As for me I know that all these politicians are elites. And Hillary's $109 million dollars is more evidence than a few words that were twisted as a gotcha

So maybe you shouldn't have opened your big mouth about being a gun loving church going every-girl if you didn't want the record examined, Hillary!
Its a fair question, considering the direction she wants to take this debate, and one she should answer. After all, if there's one thing Americans hate more than elitism, its hypocrisy.

She ought to be ashamed of herself. Drinking the night before and going to talk about church. She is a hypocrit.

I'd hardly think that a woman who couldn't recognize the truth if it ran over her should be the last one telling someone else they need to explain themselves we are still trying to figure out why she lied about being under sniper fire and why her husband a week later came behing her and told more lies to try to cover up the lies she had already told. There seems to be a common theme going in the Clinton campaign and it sounds a lot like that them is centered around "lies".

Interesting that she brings this gun fact up when she's out on the STUMP but when asked about it, she says it isn't relevent….then why bring it up…..to kiss the a*s of the super-delegates…JUST FOR ONCE HILLARY, WHEN ASKED A DIRECT QUESTION, ANSWER IT ONCE AND FOR ALL…stop flip-flopping on the issues.. It's relevant..it's not relevant…make up your mind. Barack Obama is a GOOD man compared to the one you're married too

She's right.

“You don’t have to think back too far to remember that good men running for president were viewed as being elitist and out of touch with the values and lives of millions of Americans,” she said.

Right – the Clintons made over 109 Million over nine years and they are "in touch" with Americans and not elitist – I don't thing so.

I think this is extremely relevant. Mrs Clinton has gone out of her way to sound more like McCain in the past few days than that he has. If you are going to start campaigning as a Republican, you should have the decency to back up your claims with actual proof!

Go Obama 2008!

Sen. Clinton refuses to answer tough questions. No, it is much better to keep the voters focused on the claim that Sen. Obama is "elitist".
Well I don't think Sen. Obama is the one who made $109million recently. Sen. Obama is not the one who lined his pockets with $800,000, from a speech given to promote free trade and Sen. Obama is not the one who is power hungry. Now tell me truthfully, who is the "elitist"

Sen. Clinton is the one who boasted about her lessons in shooting.
She is the one who jumped on Rev. Wright 's band-wagon non stop. But now that she is being questioned on the topics of guns and church. "THESE QUESTIONS ARE NOT RELEVANT".

I hope that CNN will do some reporting on this issue, just as they are on Sen. Obama's "bitter" issue!!!!!

The honest to goodness truth is that Sen. Clinton is the true "elitist"

I believe that the so called "Christian Right Wing" members are not going to vote for Clinton or Obama, regarless of the Republican nominee, so whether Hillary goes to church or not is probably not relevent. However, it says something about her ability to reach out and change things. That, Obama has wired, regardless of relevency.

If memory serves me right, Bill Clinton back in 1991, was quoted in the LA Times as saying the economically insecure white people were scared to death. If Obama's bitter comments were directed towards Inner City Voters, would the media be equally concerned?

Born in PA

Hillary is despicable! Just few days ago she had the Bosnia flap, Mark Penn-Colombia, and Obama did not attack her! She is an animal ready to do anything. It has to be Hillary or nobody. Also, I don't understand when she claims that republican won't attack her! TRAVELGATE, PETER PAUL, WHITEWATER, BOSNIA, BILL CLITON PARDONS..It's a very very long list. I hate her

If you think Obama is out of touch with why people trust their gun and their religion more than their government, and yet you cannot be in touch with guns and religion yourself, it is very relevant.

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Oh dear, HRC! How about listening? How much ammo have you given the Republican party with your constant attacks on Obama? Are you for real? I honestly believe you have gone off the edge. Honestly. I find it hard to believe that there are folks that support you. Are you really who you represent yourself to be? If so? Sad state of American politics, indeed. Indeed.

Bernie Moore-Knowles
Papa'aloa, Hawai'i

Of course she's used a gun. Wasn't she a sniper in Bosnia?

Such questions are not relevant–except when a candidate makes an issue of them. Hillary has made going to church and shooting a gun campaign issues, and she is using them to attack Obama. Therefore, they are relevant, and she should have to answer for them.

She has officially destroyed the Democratic Party

Hillary Clinton has handeled issues on guns, religion, and Barrack Obama's "bitter" comments in a very polished way. The media once again makes her sound like bad person. Her comments of Obama being divisive are true, as he tells the rich folks one thing, and the poor folks another. Shame on Barrack for the wink-wink politics.

BLAH BLAH BLAH HILLARY, IAM SURE YOU ARE WORKING HARD FOR THE AMERICAN PEOPLE, WHEN ALL YOU ARE TRYING TO DO IS GET MORE RICH. YOU JUST WANT TO BE MORE FAMOUS. MAKE MORE SPEECHES AND MAKE MORE MONEY. WHO ARE YOU TRYING TO FOOL. WE ARE NOT STUPID, IF THATS WHAT U THINK.

Hillary Clinton is just a rank politician in the worst sense. She will say anything to get votes. Guns? The strictest gun laws we have came under her husband's term and she was a cheerleader for those laws (Brady Bill, etc). Who is she trying to kid? She has no scruples when it comes to memory (Bosnia sniping incident that did not happen) and is the real 'elitist' who thinks everyone is too dumb or short-sighted to catch her in her deceptions. She is a liar and that is not a moral person. Recently she has pretended to be against trade agreements like Nafta while the record shows she spoke in favor of it back when it was crafted by another Clinton. Further she says she's against trade deals with Columbia while one of her top aides works on behalf on the supporters of it (Mark Penn). She has no morality except what serves her at the moment.

Once again, this flap will show how Clinton is just another political opportunist. An avid gun control advocate herself, Clinton now has become a gun lover. Likewise, her background is about as elitist as one can get — Wellesly undergrad, Yale Law School, silk-stocking Rose Law Firm (oldest west of the Mississippi), board positions on big corporations that treat their employees poorly, and so on.

When this all shakes out, she will end up with egg on her face. She is the Great Pretender. Obama will weather this and get back to his message of change. OBAMA 08

Some poorly chosen words by a candidate who is sympathizing with struggling Americans does not show someone who is out of touch. Saying the struggling people are optimistic rather than angry minimizes the economic realities that some are facing and distorting her opponents words for political gain. She is the one who gives the ammunition to the Republicans. She is doing it right now.

It's a shame that she can't say anything without people thinking that she's either pandering or lying. The fatal flaw in her campaign, I suspect …

Good for Hilary on her answer concerning last time she went to church or carried a gun. I'm a praying person and everytime I pray at home or where ever I maybe, I feel like I've been to church. I don't like guns personally, but if I am to have my traditional food, I support the need for guns.

You don't have to carry a gun or go to church to prove your personal values.

As an outsider who is completely immersed in this democratic run for candidacy, I am just wondering how this blunder is going to be explained away.

WOW….Every Pundit and News Media outlet is Really letting Barack Have it! I would have to say that for all of the HRC supporters this is really exciting!

I also wonder if the Obama supporters are feeling as if HRC has gotten a "Free Ride" with her recent gaffes and of message remarks? Bosnia….The Last time she fired a gun? How she can be a true voice of BLue Collar Folk (With that 109 million in the bank and all)……

You know I do feel Bitter…….

WOW!! The last time you went to church is not relevant!! How can you Hillary speak on christian values when you are a non christian, and a boozer to boot. Oh yea, maybe you missed spoke again.

Obama 08

It is absolutely amazing the twist the Clintons and commentators can put on Obama's words. But nothing sets right with Hillary blatantly lieing about being under sniper fire and her husband saying she was to old and tired to get the story straight. But yet she is the same woman that is capable and level headed at 3am to answer the phone. Give me a break and I said last summer that since we still live in a "RACIST" society in AMERICA that John McCain will be our next president. So who cares about how the Clintons spin the situation. The results are already in.

Tired in KC

Oh, "Not relevant"! Not relevant because you made a big to-do about nothing over a "word" used by Senator Obama. Now when a direct question related to the statement made concerning your church attendance and gun usage comes up, you find it irrelevant. How ironic you hypocrite!

Don't forget that the important parts of his comments were that small town people are racist and xenophobic because they don't understand their economic conditions. It that's not elitist and divisive, I don't know what is. Enough with the limosine liberal crowd of the Kennedys, Kerry, and Obama. The Clintons came from nothing and made it to the top. There is absolutely nothing elitist about them; I don't care how much money they make now.

i completely agree!

i'm tired of everyone saying that people who use guns or go to church should be republicans!

it's nice that FINALLY someone is showing that in the democratic party we love god and not all of us are anti-gun. these are the kind of dems that live in indiana and pennsylvania. GOOD JOB HILLARY!

Hillary going to church is relevant. She slammed Obama over his pastor saying she would have left the guy long ago…..like she is the expert in pastoral affairs. Hillary has no pastor to leave. What a sham artist!!

Let's hear from the Pennsylvanians themselves – are they cynical? Yes, are they bitter? Yes; are they angry at the govt? Yes; do they feel like they've been screwed over by NAFTA? Yes; does Clinton's tax returns and post presidential income at taxpayers' expense make them feel any better? Hell, no…………divide and conquer, the oldest tactic in the book! Shame on Hillary and McCain, shame on them! By the way, Hillary also attended an Ivory league school – Yale, and recently release hers & Bills income of ovre $100 million; how many taxpaying Americans can claim they went to Yale too and earned $100 million (and even more, off the backs of the taxpayers to support post-presidential functions of Bill Clinton?)

Oh Hillary.. I cannot stand you and your lies anymore.

You dont care for common people.

Hilary can't get the hometown paper to back her. Also, how can she bring the country together when her and Bill don't agree on something as important as Nafta? If he took money from China then she enjoyed spending. They are one or should married people be divided?

Clinton would fail the light detector test!

Bernstein just said it best about Hillary's guns and God attack on Obama:
"In A Woman in Charge, I wrote about her ability to evolve, observable especially in the years before she met Bill Clinton and in the Senate: to learn from her mistakes. Events have proven me wrong on that count."

Haha….this is way too funny. The media still trying to make Hillary look bad- this is good stuff. As a Republican all I can do is sit back and chuckle. The media is in love with Obama….a self proclaimed ELITIST and RACIST to boot.

As a black woman, I wonder what people are thinking about. Is Barack so important to the black community, and to the media that wants a Dem to win the election sooo bad; that they will turn their heads when the elitist, racist Obama speaks his hate?

Take a look around folks- the apple never falls too far from the tree. If it looks like a duck, and walks like a duck….well, you get my point.

I guess if I am really upset about Obama I could go get my gun, and listen to some Black Panthers speak. LOL.

OBAMA +RACIST+ ELITIST= MEDIA DARLING ????

Senator Hillary Clinton,

She a liar who's sneaking in the confidence of PA's Church goer's and gun owners in her ruthless way using any type of appeal to votes. Once, she get her way she will as she always done just forget about all the broken promises she ever made.

PA's Voters VS Senator Hillary Clinton

just like

Peter Paul VS Hillary Clintion

Just like Whitewater, Travelgate, Monica Lewinski,

Well I guess we will never learn from history.

The Clinton have a history of ruining people lifes PA's will be the Next on there list..

Obama an elitist? He didn't earn $20 million dollars last year or $109 million over the past 7 years. He isn't supported by a millionaire wife. He did finally earn a million by writing two books that allowed him to pay off the enormous student loan debt that he and Michelle incurred to get an education.

If Clinton is referring to John Kerry when she talks about "good men running for president" viewed as "elitist and out of touch" doesn't that make her Karl Rove, since she's the one pushing this line of attack? I'm increasingly confused about her party affiliation.

Obama's worth $1 million dollars.

Clinton's worth $109 million.

YOU are the only "elitist" in this race.

GET IT?

…said the woman who lives in a bubble of presidential privilage and who is part of a 109 million dollar fortune. Did she, her husband, and her daughter go to public colleges? Carlyle Group, who's on your roster?

The last time she whent to church or fired a gun is NOT important.
What is important is the candidates view on those subjects.
Because views and opinions will influence their decision making process.

As far as Obama is concerned, his views and opinions appear to
be heavily influenced by his pastor of 20 years.

His vocabulary serves as a window to who he really is.
It has betrayed his inner thoughts.

Now, CNN will you be refusing to post this as well ?
Is anything we say about Obama, became un- postable ?

I am a Pennsylvanian and for Hillary Clinton to allow Obama's persona/character to go tarnished is uncomprehensible. She was asked at a campaign stop today in Scranton and by the media commentors, "you know Obama, do you believe him to be an elitist and do you believe that he demeans others beliefs and values. (guns and religion)" She responded, "what he said was elitist and demeaning." Society needs to be more persistent to get an response regarding her knowing him personally and whether she knows him to be an elitist and demeanors people's beliefs and values, with a "yes" and "no" answer. Also, with other senators, governors, and mayors who knows him. If she responds with a no, it shows that he did misspoke and may have artfully said it wrong and was rightfully to have apologized to potential supporters for any misunderstanding in what he meant to say with those who are upset. This shows a "spin" put on his words and therefore, we can now rid ourselves of this issue. Hillary will not answer with a no, because it illustrates credibility & trustworthiness issues, judgment in making and addressing this as an campaign issue, questions her true character about doing anything to get elected and shows that she is the one out of touch with Pennsylvanians and other states. This needs to be addressed by the media and other gov't official now, so that, Obama persona is restored before the upcoming primaries. This will reflect an equal treatment in a call for a more responsive answer similiar to Obama being asked to clarify what he meant. I am a Pennsylvanian

Obamatactic 101, defocus, distract, and personal attacks.

She has got to be kidding, how can she be in touch with the values and lives of Americans. What percentage of americans made over 100 million dollars. Yes we are bitter, her and husbands have sent our jobs out of the country. Penn stepped down, she did not fire him. She need to give America a break. How can she say we are strong in faith and then in the same breathe say it is not relevant when the last time she went to church. She has such a big problem with Obama because he tells the TRUTH..Something her and her husband no nothing about.

OBAMA 08

What an old battle ax……She still cannot answer a direct question….same with her pimped out daughter Chelsea…

Just answer the question woman!

I am a Pennsylvanian and for Hillary Clinton to allow Obama's persona/character to go tarnished is uncomprehensible. She was asked at a campaign stop today in Scranton and by the media commentors, "you know Obama, do you believe him to be an elitist and do you believe that he demeans others beliefs and values. (guns and religion)" She responded, "what he said was elitist and demeaning." Society needs to be more persistent to get an response regarding her knowing him personally and whether she knows him to be an elitist and demeanors people's beliefs and values, with a "yes" and "no" answer. Also, with other senators, governors, and mayors who knows him. If she responds with a no, it shows that he did misspoke and may have artfully said it wrong and was rightfully to have apologized to potential supporters for any misunderstanding in what he meant to say with those who are upset. This shows a "spin" put on his words and therefore, we can now rid ourselves of this issue. Hillary will not answer with a no, because it illustrates credibility & trustworthiness issues, judgment in making and addressing this as an campaign issue, questions her true character about doing anything to get elected and shows that she is the one out of touch with Pennsylvanians and other states. This needs to be addressed by the media and other gov't official now, so that, Obama persona is restored before the upcoming primaries. This will reflect an equal treatment in a call for a more responsive answer similiar to Obama being asked to clarify what he meant.

What's relevant is that the Scranton, Pennsylvania newspaper has backed Obama. So much for her hometown ties. That doesn't appear to be "relevent" either.

What's relevent is who isn't divisive and opportunistic. The Clintons haven't changed one bit.

Hillary says Barack can't win if he appears elitist. I don't believe that he does appear elitist. He just refuses to dumb the election down to stereotypes and soundbites. We're smart enough to understand beyond Clinton soundbites. We are smart enough to understand context. Barack may not have chosen the right words to make his point but at least his words reflect reality… He did not mis-speak to the point of creating a fairy tale sniper situation.

let me get this right. it is "elitist" for obama to have said what he did regarding guns, religion, etc, but it isn't elitist of clintion to think that the voters are dumb enough to believe her when she says that she opposes that colombian trade deal that both a high ranking member of her campaign and her own husband(and therefore herself) have profited from ? she obviously thinks that people are stupid to believe all of her misrememberances, misstatements, and shock that people she is involved with could be doing these things. please.

I think Hillary is handling this situation perfectly. It's time America takes a step back to take a second look at Obama. It's funny how biased the media is when a scandal comes around Obama and how they blow it off. Hillary and Obama have both said they "misspoke". And look at how much it hurt Hillary's campaign, and she didn't even offend Americans directly, like Obama did! It's amazing. I think Obama needs a scandal to show his true colors; it would be a good test for him. I'm a Hillary supporter, but i am impressed at how Obama handles himself when these scandals crop up. He needs to be in the direct line of fire for this, because it was offending what he said. This could kill the democratic party in November. It's make or break for Obama, or else Hillary is walking away with the nomination and the Presidency. Good luck guys…

HC '08

Hahaha wow Hillary never ceases to amaze me! Look who's talking about providing amunition to the Republican party?!! HRC, you have already done that by that unintelligent statament you made a about the "commander and chief threshold" when you clearly endorsed John Mccain. Stating to epople that if they don't vote for you they should vote for MCcain, this statement is CROSSING THE LINE! You are weakening the democratic base Hillary so please take off your running shoes for this race is over!
Mrs. do anything, say anything (sniper fire, shot a gun when i was a child) to win votes!! We don't want you!!!

OBAMA 08

Hillary is the only democratic candidate that makes any sense at all. I love the way she handles the press and their stupid questions.

What do you mean Hillary that it is not relevant the last time you went to church? Who cares about the last time you shot a gun?How can you speak about Christians values if you are not on yourself? How can you speak about whether or not people in rural America are bitter or not if you are not willing to listen, hear and then understand? How can you paint yourself as a role model, a leader when our children can see you in a bar surronded by men drinking? You need to remember that the person who is able to answer that ringing phone at 3 a.m. will be the one who is sober.

Obama08

I am sure that the cause of truth has been advanced. The fear mongering that Bill Clinton admonished in 1992 is being encouraged by his wife who can now belt them down with the old old boys who must be over joyed that she has shot ducks. Bill Clinton and Obama were right when they said that fear overcomes self interest and insecurity leads to taking strength from carrying a gun. Go ask any gang kid why they want to carry a gun and they will tell you "for protection." When people don't have power they turn to enhancers. Hillary instead of improving understanding panders to this element.

In light of his recent remarks about small town America, more pieces of the puzzle emerge, providing a window into Barack Obama's character. While Sen. Obama's impressive rhetoric continues to be that of change and unity, his underlying attitude is undeniably elitist and condescending, resulting in greater division, not less. The more Americans have an opportunity to see the "man behind the campaign," the more they will realize that appearances can be deceiving. It turns out that unity is not a matter of rhetoric or manner but character and courage.

Americans for McCain '08

Hhmmm… So NOW she supports Guns and "Religion" – but it is not relevant … How does that work?

I guess this is just like her daughter saying we the American public do not deserve an answer to the character questions…. Even though this was all done in the OVAL OFFICE… On OUR dime… Hmmm…

I am surprised Hillary did not say it was none of our business…

Not relevant. Hmm….I wonder why when she is asked to explain
something she has said it is not relevant…or cackled off….or made
into some kind of joke…but somehow Obama needs to explain his
remarks!!!???Maybe he "misspoke"…or maybe he was just exhausted late at night…or maybe he is not remembering the facts clearly…The fact is Hillary is becoming "NOT RELEVANT!!"

b e a u t i f u l!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

HILLARY, WHAT NEXT WILL YOU TRY, ANOTHER WHISKEY OR MAYBE A SNORT OF COCAINE. Remember when your husband was governor of AR. Wake up prople know who you are backing for president of the United States. Read the Clinton Chroniciles.

I am a white waman in my 60's and I think Obama will make a wonderful president.

Clinton is a very smart lady, if it were the other shoe Obama
certainly wouldn't be so kind. Obama has so much baggage the
the republicans will tear him up in the election. If Obama is the
canadate GUARANTEED the democrats will loose. The american
people have to take a good hard long look at Obama and everything
he may still have in his closet that could come out in the election.

oh yes, im worth over 100 million but i'm not elitist. my colleague grew up in a single household, lived in one of the poorest countries in the world, but he is elitist. vote for me, i'm clearly in touch with the people whos jobs have been shipped overseas due to a trade deal i supported. who are you to say they are bitter, they are happy and they love me for lying to them continuously

go hillary!!!

We need someone honest in the Balck house…. sorry i meant White House

Sen. Obama's comments were truthful. I think that Sen. Clinton has loss touch with the American people if she doesn't believe in the truth of his words. The American's are tired of all the lies from politicans these days. We see no end to the war, no solution to the economic down fall, and we deserve to know the truth. At least Sen. Obama is trying to be truthful to the American people, and acknowledging that these problems do exsit.

A real all American girl I'll bet ! Would't know the muzzle from the breech! Oh well , anything for a few gullible votes!

Is the Bosnian sniper fire, Bill's cashing in on the Colombian free trade, Bill again taking money, this time helping China target Tibetians and monitoring internet users, voting for the war, Whiterwater, lying to the public all not relevant? Hillary has been reduced to the lowest level appealing to fear and splitting apart this country even further. Get back to the issues. We need change. No more Clintons and their unfettered greed and ambition. They are not entitled.

If Clinton is going to dog Obama about his comments, which he admits was not up to par, then she should answer the people's questions. Senator Clinton has been far to secretive since day 1, and from what I have seen Senator Obama has been more open and has had better communication with the people.

this woman is FRAUD!

a vote for Billary is a flush of the tissue down the toilet!

The comments recorded by Sen. Obama occurred in the mansion of Pakistani millionaire Sohaib Abbasi. They also include the remarks: “When people tell me they’ve all stressed about racial discord, well, you know, try slavery for a while,” which were interestingly not published along with the "bitter' remarks. One might note that Sen. Obama's father came from Kenya and attended Harvard University.

That is relevant. She always make up stories. Hillary said that her father taught her to shoot guns and hunting ducks. Her refusal to answer the question is an indication that she is lying again. This woman keeps giving and giving lies. The republicans are going to use all these lies if she won the nomination.
The fundamental questions are whether she was old enough to learn how to shoot a gun and whether she had a license while hunting ducks.

Hillary is spewing her political pandering. I find it insulting coming from a liar who has the nerve to call someone an elitist. All of this is about nothing. She nor Obama can create jobs but a can create a tone of confidence in the world. Clinton supporters believe she will bring the good times back like they were with her husband. She is a divider and will not.

Hillary is absolutely right.

HILLARY 08

There are a lot of people that don't go to Church or fire guns, and they are appalled by Obama's candor. It's because while they have different social practices, they know that others go to Church or go hunting for other reasons than "clinging" or "bitterness."

A candidate can do what they want, but it's insulting to criticize what the motivation is for people to go to Church.

HILLARY CALLING OBAMA AN ELITIST IS JOKE!!!!!!!!! Last time I checked she was worth $109,000,000 and Obama just finished paying his student loans.

How can someone who has lived in the Governor's House, White House or Chapaqua/Senate for the past 20+ years claim to be in touch with the common man? She i sonly in touch when it is politically convenient for her.

My guess is that this will come back to bite her just like every other time she tries to attack him (quoting other politcal speaches, having her representatives speaking to other foreign governments counter to her messages…..)

This woman digs herself deeper and deeper into that hole.

1) Obama doesn't need to issue any further explanation. His original comments were clear and concise – and more importantly, true. Spin it all you want, it's fact – kudos to him for having the guts to come straight out and say it.

2) Could she be any more of a hypocrite? Can't even remember the last time she fired a gun or went to church? She's not an elitist with her $109 million over the last several years?

Another nine days and she's done…I can't even wait.

The end of HIllary is only the beginning of a beautiful 8 years with Barack Obama.

please america & journalist, this man has 2nd amendment rights…let him carry on with his life in peace!

HIllary Clinton …your hypocrisy is outdone only by your ability to smear and taunt others with your viperous tongue.

You are a terrible disappointment to the women of this country!!!

Elitist and divisive? She must have been looking in the mirror!

She does not get to decide what is or is not relevant to the voters! Talk about elitist!

She makes a 109 Million and lives in a posh New York community and HE is elitist??

way to backpeddle you scumbag

if this type of nonsense let's McCaine in the door then we're doomed

When did Hillary Clinton become a Republican??

Isn't it just like the Clinton's to parse words. Do you remember "It depends on what the definition of is, is?" I want a presidnet who doesn't have to parse all the words. It would be more productive for Hillary talk about her policies rather than choose which one of Barack's words she wants pervert the meaning of for the sake of fireworks. I guess she is short on content to talk about.

This woman is losing it i tell you

allways avoiding the issues..as a typical white women will not vote for her

Hillary Clinton said Sunday a query about the last time she fired a gun or attended church services "is not a relevant question in this debate”Clinton takes a shot . . . of whiskey Not in church SHE HAS NO SHAME NO WAY SHE WILL MAKE IT

Hillary's character is definitely in question and her supporters should beware

I appreciate that Obama has come and ALWAYS takes accountability for any mistakes that he mades.

C'mon people, the man is not perfect and neither are we…….

This is not about Hillary.This is about the man cnn loves so much and his big mouth.Its evident that Obama will say and do anything to receive big bucks from his elite friends.This time his ignorance about small town,hard working people will cost him the nomination.

“And we are tired of having Republicans, or frankly our own Democrats, give any ammunition to Republicans"

Is she serious…after all the crap she's come up with against Obama in the last few months…think maybe she had one to many shots of whiskey before this interview aye?

Hillary,

If you went to Church or paid attention to the message during your yearly visit you would know that Obama's message was scripturally correct..

James 2:5-6

5 Hearken, my beloved brethren, Hath not God chosen the poor of this world rich in faith, and heirs of the kingdom which he hath promised to them that love him?
6 But ye have despised the poor . Do not rich men oppress you, and draw you before the judgment seats?
KJV

why are voters so blind? she pulling hairs off every word Obama say to make her look good. she is such a fake. Obama was telling the truth i am bitter. people take everything he say and twist it, but when the clintons say something its overlooked, talk about a dumb people. PEOPLE CANT HANDLE THE TRUTH LOL

As a white woman around the same age as Clinton, I say SHAME ON YOU!! What an absolutely ridiculous point to debate and even more ridiculous to call Obama "elite". We both know we never have faced the difficulties Obama has faced on the way up the ladder and you know, as well as I, we never will, so I don't think I'd call him one of the elite rather one of the successes of America. Do you think asking Obama to explain what he means by the word bitter will deflect attention from all the lies you have told throughout this campaign? I surely hope not. Talk issues not language interpretations. Put to rest the silly politics time please.

This lady is nuts and needs to go.
How can anyone buy this stuff she is trying to sell?
If she wins the nomination, I will be ashamed of America.
She is the most manipulative person out there in politics right now (other than our own current President).

Not relevant? give me a break. Hillary is insisting in how relevant this issue is…. but when it comes the time for her to give some answers she does the same old political trick of not answering the question.

She is so full of it…

i was for clinton but the lies and the low blows is not very Democratic its as if shes campaigning 4 mccain i cant vote for a candidate like this. stop lying 2 me as

obama 08

Aint that something. It's not relevant?! She's been bashing him for the last two days……..but won't answer the very same question?!?!

And THAT"S not elitist?!

Obama is the only candidate left who did not grow up privileged. He is the only candidate running who has lived among the world's poorest people. He is the only candidate who grew up poor, and worked directly with marginalized communities and stood up for their interests. Obama's comments, when examined in their entirety, in fact show a great deal of empathy for rural Americans, and reflect what voters have been telling him as he interacts with people in these economically distressed communities. The fact that Clinton and McCain, and their supporters, just like Bush did before them, have taken his remarks out of context, and spun them in the worst possible way, is truly sickening and frightening. It also amazes me that Obama has not used this controversy as a rallying cry to change the way we do politics in the United States. There is no way that I will vote for either Clinton or McCain in the general election. They are both no different from Bushco. Please print this CNN!

For Hillary it's always ANOTHER PLACE, ANOTHER TIME!! She probably has a hang-over from her "Night in Indiana – Bellying up to the Bar"!! What an example to set for the American people!! What a video!! WHAT A DISGRACE TO THE AMERICAN PEOPLE!!! I sincerely hope that BARACK OBAMA WILL GO AFTER HER TONIGHT about going to church, using guns, Bosnia, NAFTA, and Penn!!! Her campaign started such a fury about his church and what is the old saying — What's good for the goose is also good for the gander!! Bottom line is, no matter WHAT she says or does in these last few weeks of primary elections — SHE IS ON HER WAY OUT!!

She cannot even answer a direct simple question! This woman is preposterous!. Please look at anderson coopers 360 and read the Carl bernstein article. It is quite eye opening. She still flips flops on everything and is still counting the number of angels on top of a pin. A vote for her is a vote for politics as usual!

And Hillary, you are not only an elitist yourself, you are also a liar and a fraud!

Translation: "Anything that shows I'm a liar or that I am being deceptive is not relevant." By the way, what WAS your answer to that question about the conflict of interest arising out of your husband getting money from that group that supports the Columbian trade legislation you oppose? Oh, yeah, I guess that's not relevant either. She's becoming a caricature of herself.

Clintons Bought and paid for by Columbia and NAFTA.

I get it, Sen. Clinton: you don't believe Obama is electable.But Americans realize that you are even less electable. So you lose.

Obama is the only candidate left who did not grow up privileged. He is the only candidate running who has lived among the world's poorest people. He is the only candidate who grew up poor, and worked directly with marginalized communities and stood up for their interests. Obama's comments, when examined in their entirety, in fact show a great deal of empathy for rural Americans, and reflect what voters have been telling him as he interacts with people in these economically distressed communities. The fact that Clinton and McCain, and their supporters, just like Bush did before them, have taken his remarks out of context, and spun them in the worst possible way. It also amazes me that Obama has not used this controversy as a rallying cry to change the way we do politics in the United States. There is no way that I will vote for either Clinton or McCain in the general election. They are both no different from Bushco. Please print this CNN!

BTW – He is so very presidential……"Sen. Obama told a North Carolina newspaper if he offended anyone, he deeply regrets it." and the other one is " I didn't say it well as I should have"

Folks he did not even blame HRC. He owned up to it even though I think we was telling the truth. Now that is the president I want.

Do people in PA want jobs or guns, this is the fundamental question. Do they want to vote for Republicans because of Gun rights or they want jobs.

So now, not more than 24 hours after Mrs. Clinton refered to Obama as an elitist, is she saying that he is not an elitist? This is just another example of Mrs. Clinton engaging in political opportunism. Without even waiting to consider what Mr. Obama meant by his words, to seek clarification, she immediately went into attack mode, in every effort to gain an advantage over her opponent, regardless of the truth of the matter; and the press, eager to garner ratings is inadvertantly allowing her (and Mr. McCain) to fan the flames of this issue without stopping to consider what Mr. Obama meant when he made those statemnts, and whether or not there is any validity in them. Is this really what we want in a leader?

Sorry but this hole debate about Obamas (true) "bitter" statement is just laughable.

If this debate has a negative turnout on Obamas polls then i think the brainless took over the country.

When will this candidate stop putting her foot in her mouth!!!

Just like daughter "chelsea's" answer to the students, here is Sen. Clinton, telling people who came to hear her speak, that their question as to when was the last time she went to Church, and when was the last time she used a gun?? These questions are "not relevant"

Well..

I am really curious to know how she thinks she will win if she degrades Obama and his supporters like this.

I do not see this from Obama anyway…

Anyway…everybody..Democrats are gone. They are gone.

McCain 2008

Hey Hillary, if you are going to make a point of making it part of your campaign, then it is most definitely relevant.

Obama '08

“And we are tired of having Republicans, or frankly our own Democrats, give any ammunition to Republicans because what happens then is Republicans take advantage of the situation.”
Hillary

So when you say you are ready to run the country & McCain is ready to run the country is this not giving the Republicians ammunition when Obama wins the primary. Double standards Hillary, Double standards

HAA HAA HAA HAAA!! Um.. so it doesn't matter when the last time YOU went to church or when hunting!??!!

Way to be one with the people! You are sooo in touch.

This is just pathetic.

questions of some importance would be nice………………jeezzzz!

I believe most Americans are smart enough to know that Obama does not look down on them and he was making a point as to how we feel when we are bitter about what is happening in this country. The Clinton campaign thinks making a big thing out of the way he said it will get a win for them but I hope it backfires on them.

She just doesn't get it. As a rural white male. I'm bitter as hell at the current state of our country. She is part of the problem in Washington. The lies that spew from her mouth makes one sick and tired of the current Washington political games that are played.

Obama 08

Hillary Clinton knows fully well what Barack OBAMA meant, she is the one being division and she follow the Republican line of attack on OBAMA in calling him elitist. The fact is he is neither elitist, nor anti-religious. Hillary Clinton went on to say it didn't matter if she went to church, well when she inject herself on this issue it does. Her comment of "SO", sounds every bit like Dick Cheney and it proves again that Hillary is very much a Republican in Democrats clothing. The question is and should be "WHO IS THE REAL HILLARY". Hillary believe because she can dish out dirt against the Republican's she can win the Presidency, I beg to differ. Hillary she be very careful, because in the end what she will face is a "BLACK" ELECTORATE who will not support her candidacy should she cripple OBAMA as she is intent on doing!

OBAMA-CASEY 2008

Its amazing to me that she would state Obama is "elitist" and then turn around and say she's only saying it because the Republicans will say it in the Fall. So Hillary has joined the Republican attack machine?? I guess it doesn't surprise me from someone who cashed in on her husbands presidency for 109 million bucks…that's what I call "elitist".

Obama an elitist? There's a new photo of the senator serving hamburgers to his staff. He is using tongs. I rest my case.

This just goes to show what her motives are and any one who can't see through the eye of this woman is either blind or wearing a mask over their eyes.

What a shame that American politics with these darn Clintons have stoop to this level and her supporters should really be questioning her and how she would govern this great country of ours.

Obama 08!!!

She's familiar with guns? I would imagine then she know what type of rifle the sniper was using in Bosnia when she came under fire.
It's of great comfort to know a potential Commander in Chief would know their weaponry.

I can't believe some of the people who are now calling Hillary a drunk and pro-NAFTA, because she had a shot of very good Canadian whiskey. They screamed for her tax returns, and now are jealous because of how much they made in 8 years. They call her "gun-toting" because she has learned to shoot a gun.
There is nothing she can do to make some of these people happy, I would like to see their justification if the tables were turned and it were their candidate that were in her shoes.
We need to get it together and realize that all of these candidates are people just like the rest of us.

She says that the last time she went to church isn't relevant, maybe it isn't relevant because she can't remember the last time she went to church.

What a pathetic creature is Hillary Clinton! She is ready now to sell all her principles (if any) for votes… Stay ou of polictcs! You "bitter" it…

*YAWN* Why is Hillary still harping on about this? Oh, that's right: anything to keep the focus off of CAFTA, Penn and the $800,000 on the Clinton's joint tax return.

I'm bitter, many are bitter – Obama just is telling it like it is and people recognize it.

Can you say "Clintonspeak?"

It is ridiculous for Senator Clinton to describe Senator Obama as an elitist. He is the only candidate in touch with the American people. He is the only candidate with a solid vision of our future. He is the only candidate who is ethical and honest in his speaking.

Okay, I admit he may have used the wrong words to describe his view of Americans. . .but he admitted this and explained, I believe, very eloquently his views.

Senators Clinton and McCain are "elitist" in their lifestyles and their out-of-touch relationship with the average American.

She is right. It is an issue of perception of the Democratic party being out of touch with the heartland. Obama is Kerry and Gore revisited. Obama like Kerry and Gore need to take his butt back to his Rezko house and not try to run for President.

You thought the democrats learned that after 2006 Congressional election. Obviously not.

I think if she really wants the Dems to win, she should stop siding with the Repubs and defend Obama. These ongoing attacks are a direct result of hurt pride. I personally like her, but i don't think she would make a good President. All I'm saying is "Hillary, who's side are you on?"

cnn, please post my comment.

It isn't relevant. The issue isn't about whether people SHOULD go to church or have guns but how to TREAT those who do.

No matter who you are, you should be respectful of the views of OTHERS.

I'm surprised that Obama doesn't know this yet.

Keep proving Obama's comments apt Hillary. Keep making his point for him. His point was basically politicans use "wedge issues" like guns and religion because they know people aren't going to believe politicians will do anything about the important issues.

And what are you doing? Jumping on this because many people don't believe you about anything anymore. You're already commencing with the weaseling by trying to call him evil elitist and good man at the same time. Say what you really mean or shut up Hillary.

So she's one of those annoying people that only go on Easter and Christmas and take up all the seats. The last time she fired a gun was probably when she was under attack from the snipers in Bosnia.

Hillary needs do something to stop the division that is being created in the democrat party which is giving the republicans ammunition. She needs to stop accusations that some democrats are helping republicans. I think Hillary is way off course with those kind of remarks.

Hey Hillary, it is relevant. I'm not into guns and don't go to church, but others think that kind of thing is important.

Why is it so hard for you to answer a question with a direct answer? What are you trying to hide? If someone asks me when I last went to church or shot a gun, I can answer. Directly.

Why can't you? You dodge far more questions than sniper bullets in Bosnia. Far more. Why is that? People can't trust someone who always hides who they really are.

Too much time is being wasted on petty comments between the Democratic candidates. It is a disgrace! Why can't these candidates focus on critical issues that are hurting America. With all of this nonsense that is going on that is dividing the Democratic party, how can the voters know who will take care of this country?

Anybody who goes and worships, another idiot stood on a Dias need their Heads Examined. There is no God. But, there is a freeloader who calls themselves a Reverend, Vicar, Priest,. Even Popi the Pope is an Idiot. Freeloader.. What world do you people live in?

She needs to have a meeting with her advisers to see how she can best avoid getting caught before she can answer that question.

Wait… so you're sick of giving ammunition to Republicans… wow… is she completely oblivious or a complete liar… or… I'm so mentally twisted by that spin.

Wow, just wow… she'll slam him and then say 'there's nothing wrong with it'. That's like saying 'there's nothing wrong with being a Nazi, racist, bigot' … gee thanks for saying nothing's wrong with it but you're still calling that person a Nazi, racist, and bigot! It's underhanded and a backhanded apology/complement/repentance(I don't know any more…) How do we let her off saying these things??

Hillary is showing EXACTLY what is wrong in American politics. SHE KNOWS Barack is not an Elitist, and yet she will try to make it sound like he MAY BE because of his poor choice of words a week ago. This is very much like the way she answered the question as to whether or not Barack was a muslim…Her answer..AS FAR AS A KNOW HE IS NOT. What doe that imply?? Only ONE thing..I am not ABSOLUTELY sure…WINK>>WINK>> America. She surely would not have said that about Senator McCain…There is NO SHAME to her GAME..She uses the OLD SCHOOL word games and America needs to move on to the next level and Hillary just isn't it…

Waaaah. I want Obama to win. Waaaaah. Hillary is a big meany. Waaaah Waaaah. Hillary is better than Obama. Waaaaah. Hillary or McCain. Waaah. Vote for Hillary!

A word of advise to Sen. Obama. please move on. Do not keep talking about the issue. Follow Sen. Clinton on this. How she moved on after revelations that she lied on Bosnia issue and the hospital issue. He evasive demeanor on her tax returns and Columbia trade deal.
If you stop talking about, others will also.

We all knows that Sen. Clinton is a divisive opportunist and very shroud politician. She will sell her mother if it gets her to a better place

I watched this press conferance, that CNN did not even cover live. Out of all the questions asked, they use this as a headline….I find that strange since Clinton spoke clearly on many topics. Is this CNN's attempt to take the heat off Obama? I think so..

Why not shed some light on Obama's real comments made behind closed doors. Or say, look into his connection to three terrorist, Bill Ayers, Bernadine Dohrun, and Rashid Khaldi and how they are still close friends to the Obama's.

If you explore those relationships it may shed light on why Obama feels that middle american rural voters are bigots.

Maybe she should go more often to church….. then she would remember "YOU SHALL NOT LIE"

When ever she is getting asked a question that's uncomfortable for her to answer she either laughs stupidly or it's an irrelevant one.

I honor Obama's way of not using the same dirty tactics as the Clinton war machine, but at some point he should hit her back hard. There is plenty of stuff to be said about her

The only furor about these remarks is coming from her fat mouth. Let's see, she's drinking whiskey and claims to have shot a gun. What's next is she going to buy a pickup truck?? This is one country boy that knows when someone is trying to claim something she isn't for votes. And you think Obama is wrong???

So, Obama is actually NOT elitist, even though I like to say he is in every stump speech I make, and the problem actually is the view propagated by the opponent that "good men running for president were viewed as being elitist and out of touch with values and lives of millions of Americans." This is the most pathetic double-speak any candidate has produced to date. She's either a coward, and won't say what she really thinks about him, or the truth doesn't matter when it stands in the way of political expediency and making points with superdelegates. If she's such a fighter, why not fight the inevitable Republican maneuvers instead of providing them with more video clips of her agreeing with them!

“And we are tired of having Republicans, or frankly our own Democrats, give any ammunition to Republicans because what happens then is Republicans take advantage of the situation.”
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Never in my life have I seen such a hypocrite.

Hillary is two faced, and totally out of touch with Americans.

Obama comes from a single mother home, lived on food stamps, grow up in part in the third world. Give me a break!

He gets the frustrations of rural american because he is close to them, not because he is looking down on them.

Folks in PA will judge for themselves.

Wake up voters in Indiana;North Carolina;Pennsylvania.Obama's remark about people in rural areas being wrong about their concepts on religon;economic views can not go unnoticed.Do you want someone like this to be President?Us ruraal people still have strong faith in God and America.Our ministers don't use the Lord's name in vain;curse America in their sermons like Obama's minister. l

HER LIES ARE LEGENDARY!

Why not. She deserves some relaxation like the rest of us. At least she knows good whiskey!