CNN

Dear Josh,
Now please type out in CAPS all of Hillary's problems (lies) including – Bosnia, Peter Paul, Woman in hospital.

Stacy Clarks, I'll give you two:
1) Hilary is a strong woman.
2) She is savvy and intelligent.

I'm voting for Obama because he is inspirational, exudes integrity and calm, and, just by getting elected, has the potential to heal the biggest social chasm in this country since its beginnings.

I just find this strange.

Hillary has been caught saying to America in 1996 “EVERYONE is in favour of free trade””!!! ….., "NAFTA is proving its worth.".
Hillary said in 2004! “NAFTA has been good for New York and America!!!

Yet she still claims that she was never for NAFTA and that it was only Bill who was…….and says she would not have made the same mistake as Bill.

Question: If Hillary had such a great idea on NAFTA why didn’t she tell this great idea to her husband Bill?

Well, the answer is because Hillary is lying about NAFTA!!! Hillary liked NAFTA, promoted it and together they received over $800,000 due to the NAFTA / CAFTA dealings.

Polls released yesterday (Quinnipiac) and today (Daily News/Franklin & Marshall) show Clinton up 5 to 6 points here in Allegheny County but up 38 points (both polls) in southwestern counties surrounding Allegheny

ANYONE BUT OBAMA.

Am I the only one who has noticed how the Go Girl Hillary supporters keep calling Obama , Boy and other racial slurs. Wow! The racist Clintons and thier sickening supporters are really set to implode the Democrat Party.

Polls released yesterday (Quinnipiac) and today (Daily News/Franklin & Marshall) show Clinton up 5 to 6 points here in Allegheny County but up 38 points (both polls) in southwestern counties surrounding Allegheny.

Unfortunately, the gender dynamics are an even sadder commentary on our culture. We have a rare opportunity for a fine, capable president in Senator Clinton; we should not blow it by falling for a rock star. There are serious problems facing our country.

It certainly is and thank God for that. No more Clinton-Bush dynasty. Obama in2008

TO:Stacy Clarks, TX April 16th, 2008 3:22 pm ET

"CHALLENGE TO SAY SOMETHING POSITIVE"
I LOVE CLINTONAND ALL HER SUPPORTERS...I LOVE OBAMA MORE.

DEMS 08

IKE
FOR
HILLARY
YOU HAHE NORTHING GOOD TO TELLE US BESIDE'S
OBMMA SAY THIS OBMMA SAY THAT.
SOON OR LATER YOU WILL FINED YOU'RE WAY OUT.

I congratulate America. I think we have made some significant progress although there are a lot to be made.
L'union fait la force. Vive L'Amerique.

stacy clark in tx
i am in arkansas
hillary we will like you when you drop out and straightn your lieing a- up and please don't come back to ar.

A NEW day indeed!
Let every root of bitterness melt into forgiveness........

Obama+Louise Farrakhan+Rev.Wright=Osama.

SOMETHING POSITIVE !!!!!1 Hillary has good looking hair. And I like her taste in earings...

George W. Bush is the most profound example yet of why race is not
an indicator of intelligence.

CNN...you mentioned four endorsements for Obama...
Mentioned...hell! You practically yelled them out...over and over... but guess what? No mention of Hillary's new endorsement. Your Clinton hate is so obvious. Fox is the only truth teller in the media!

Mr. Watt was able to overcome parochial politics and was able to see the big picture: an orderly transition t o a new political generation...Refreshing, indeed.

I can't agreey more stacy clarks.

No vote from me for an Arab American .... who has condoned the words of racism and anti-american comments. Who willfully worked to disenfranchise millions of democratic votes. Who has back door deals going on all over the world (Canada/NAFTA come to mind)

Offering hope is not an opportunity for change, it is only an opportunity for disappointment! Senator Obama is not electable for the democratic party in November. He should have waited for the next election. Shame on him for his selfishness vs. putting the Democratic Party first. He will get what he deserves and the rest of us will get McCain with a democratic house and senate.

It is a new day for America. Let's shine, and vote for Obama!

I was in NC when the Helms Gantt fight took place. There are definite parallels. Gantt was a good, solid guy (African American). He had good ideas and spoke eloquently about ways to make NC a better place. Jesse Helms, who had been representing NC since the time of Paul Revere, was starting to lose in the polls, even though he was old school, and had been in place for a long time. Many people were tired of him. What did Jesse do? He pulled out all the mud-slinging stops, stating all kinds of "facts" about Gantt, including making veiled references that Gantt was a homosexual (he wasn't). Gantt refused to be drawn into a mud-slinging contest, and tried to keep things professional. Jesse filled the airwaves with accusations and misrepresentations. People believed him and re-elected him. He won the election standing on a pile of absolute BS.

Positive Thinking Challenge!

BHO is very dedicated and loyal to his friends like Joey Reznik and the Rev Wright...

HRC is quick to recant when she says something stupid...
Bill would make a terrific first lady
They would be good for the economy because they've gone from nothing to 100 Million in net worth in eight years so they must be doing somethin right.

That wasn't so hard!

America is totally ready for a GOOD president in whatever color or gender. But please, Barack Obama is not ready to be President. He is a good talker and a likeable guy, but that does not equal good president. If Colin Powell was running for the White House, i really don't think his race would even have been an issue. But thats just my opinion.

Please cover the story that Obama REALLY HAS BEEN taking money form lobbyists and claims not to. He keeps pointing fingers. Obama is a hypocrite and a liar.

Hillary or John

Chuta Pata. I'm supporting Obama because he address my needs. Gas price,job lose, food prices, taxes breaks, things that will affects me and my children. I could care less about his skin color. I could care less about Clintion gender or McCain age. I vote with facts and issues. This is why I'm voting Obama. Look at issues and you would vote Obama. Vote with anger and your heart equal McCain or Clintion.

Barack-udaaaaaaaa!!!! (copyright) ha ha ha haaaa
Well, it IS the silly season!
Vote hope not fear

'08AMA

Bill+Hillary=Skill.
Obama+Osama=Muslim.

Yes as I have said before. Sen. Clinton has taken the "bitter" comment out of text. As far as I am concerned the world ELITIST=UPPITY AS AN OBAMA SUPPORTER HAD MENTIONED.

I know Sen. Obama may not agree with that, and I understand his point, because if he did, SEN. CLINTON WOULD BE SAYING THAT HE IS PLAYING THE RACE CARD. But in fact it has been Sen. Clinton and former president Clinton who have injected race into this campaign all the way back to Iowa, with Bill Clinton's comment that Sen. Obama's campaign is nothing more than a "FAIRY TALE."

So I would like for Sen. Clinton to step up to the plate an start talking about the issues again. Instead of playing this childish negative politics of he said, she said. The American people are drawn to Sen. Obama because he is HONEST, SINCERE, AND BRINGS HOPE TO THE AMERICAN PEOPLE.

YES WE CAN
OBAMA/CASEY '08

ok i will take you up on that. Hers my 1 nice thing about the opposition:

Sen Obama has two very beautiful daughters.

Heres 3 good things about Hillary:
I have met her and she does not exude elitism
She has been helping people all of her lives
She loves politics and is, therefore, experienced

Now, you may not believe it ,and you probably dont but , this is my list and I believe in it.

If Pennsylvania doesn't put an end to the misery of Hillary's failed campaign, North Carolina will!

we are ready for a black president, just not Obama yet, he needs to have more experience, sorry but too much has come out about his mentor, I have a hard time getting past someone who listened to that kind of hate and racism for 20 years and then tries to blame others. And expecially in a church that I thought was to do Gods teaching and praise.

If by some chance Obama gets the nomination, he will never sit in the White House as Commander in Chief.

The news media made this race into a racial issue and they still keep on feeding the fire.

At least he might be able to boast how far he came, but the ultimate prize will not be his.

I'm an Obama Supporter; However, i voted twice for Bill Clinton. He seemed to be one of us regular people. Whey he got elected I felt that they were probably the most intelligent couple to ever occupy the White House. You can't take anything away from Hillary, she is sharp as a tack and I admire her and Bill greatly. But this time i'm voting for Obama, I feel his election to the presidency will help restore America's status in the world as the place where anything is possible as long as you're willing to work hard. I feel that only as a last resort do we think about going to war but only after every last bit of diplomacy has failed and we are left with no other choice. Only through diplomacy can we really hope to achieve a lasting peace.

I liked her black suit with the gold trim...there, i said something nice!
**hitting 'Submit Comment' quickly before i add something else – lol

Barack Obama is a joke -how dare he generalize voters of small towns saying they become xenophobics because of bitterness...

OBAMA IS JUST BITTER THAT HE STILL CANNOT SEAL THE DEAL...

Indiana
4
Hillary

Thanks congressman now go wake up Pelosi and work on all of things you said you would do for America. By the way, we still have 150K strong in Iraq...any idea when we can bring them home? Hey, this media censorship in Iraq...any idea when America can get a news feed from the "embedded" read censored media and not have to rely on a real news agency like the BBC to get accurate , unbiased updates? Turn the mics off pls....

Bill Clinton says that Older Voters will not vote for Barrack. What does Billary mean? Does he mean voters so old that they think Blacks have to use separate restrooms. Come on Bill! You just get worse every time you speak.

Obama exemplifies his qualifications to be president by how he runs his campaign, how he relates to people, and his judgement and intelligence. You can have the experience, but lack the special qualities that make you a good leader. Opponents keep talking about experience because they have nothing else to say or don't want to say what they really think. We are living in a new era where "old politics" and divisive ways of doing things don't resonate with the vast majority of intelligent autonomous individuals. We have evolved to something much better. I look forward to an Obama presidency.

Sorry, Mel, it's not about race, it's about competence and your candidate loses.

Does anyone know Obama's mother is white???? Doesn't this make hime half black, half white???? Why does everyone refer to him as a "black" contender??? He is white too!!

Why if your'e half this, half that, you have to claim only one or the other??? Can't one take pride in both if one has to be prideful in a skin color??

We're ready for a black president. We elected him to be our senator in Illinois and take the Presidency in 8 years. I live in a Republican part of Illinois and I knocked on doors for Obama. I love Obama and I love Hillary too. I've been active in the party since Gore lost. I want them both. I want the white house for the next sixteen years.

I so sick of this nonesensical race crap. LET'S DISCUSS THE ISSUES LIKE SMART PEOPLE. This election can't be about race and I won't let it be. My 5 yr old daughter's future and the future of America is too important to let the media dumb this process down to pigment content, eye or hair color, height, weight or any other asinine measure that has not bearing on the issues.

Obama 08", Renewal, vibrant, excellent speaker, energy, intelligent, just what America needs now, End the Bush and Clinton dynastys.

This Obama supporter will vote for Hillary if she is the nominee. How's that.

I read that the Rev. Wright went to an acclaimed, mostly Jewish, high school in Philly and that now his former congregants are building him a 10,000 SQUARE FOOT HOME on a golf course. Price – $1.6 million.

So much for his poor upbringing that the good Senator Obama talked about.

Unfortunately when you read many of these blogs, it is incredible how many people are racists (and supporting Clinton by the way). There is a lot of education to be done in this country.

I really have to acknowlege,Clinton is in touch with a certain part of the American population Old white racist,elites,and bitter women.I wonder why bobble head johnson have not said she is where she is because she is a white woman.Just saying,without the old white woman vote she would just be Huckabee.Do not fret,your day is coming.

HILLARY- PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

HAVE WE FORGOTTEN ABOUT OBAMA'S PASTOR MR. WRIGHT WHO SAID .. "GOD D... AMERICA" HAVE WE FORGOTTEN WHAT HE SAID ABOUT WHITE PEOPLE AND OF THOSE WHO DIED IN 9/11?

HILLARY 08!!!

Stop all the division about race and let us elected a good democratic president in the white house. Obama has no explanation to make to no body or no race group because he did not mention any race that was bitter with guns and religion. The comment was about Americans that live in rural PA and I far that I am concern there are all different races of people living in those region.
People come on! This is almost the end of the 21st century and you have not over this nonsense yet. America if you did not know is a country that is compose of many races of people and I do not think there is a single one of us that is more American than others.

Stacy Clarks, I accept your challenge.. I am as ardent an Obama supporter as exists. I have donated. I have blogged. I have plead his case to anyone who would listen. I am 42, married, father of two, educated, black, and a student of politics. (I am everything Obama's demographics are 'supposed' to be– whatever that means)..

HOWEVER.. as 'bitter' as I have become towards Hillary, i will say this "nice" thing about her :

she would make a president that the rest of the world respect.

I now challenge an ardent Hillary supporter to reciprocate a POSITIVE truth regading Senator Obama.

I am getting closer and closer to saying I was wrong too. I told my girlfriend when this all started that the racist elements of this country would bury Obama. Although it is running rampant it seems like time are trying very hard to change.

Still watching though. This isn't over yet.

regarding the comment by PENN congressman murtha (clinton supporter) that mccain is too old to be prez.... 1. this is flat out
an ageist comment, which is the last bastion of prejudice yet to be conquered, not only in america but globally..... sexism is wrong, racism is wrong, and ageism is wrong..... and 2. the world
has had quite a few leaders who excelled far past age 70, including churchill and de gaulle (whether or not you agreed with de gaulle, or liked or hated his ideas, his age is not a factor in your like or dislike of de gaulle as prez of france).....

As most of you already know, Barack Obama has gotten himself into another controversy regarding his apparent arrogance and apathy towards regular Americans. In a private and well shrouded fundraiser amongst the rich elite of San Francisco, and in the mansion of Pakistan native and ardently Muslim millionaire Sohaib Abbasi (CEO of Informatica), Obama was recorded saying: “You go into these small towns in Pennsylvania and, like a lot of small towns in the Midwest, the jobs have been gone now for 25 years and nothing’s replaced them. And they fell through the Clinton administration, and the Bush administration, and each successive administration has said that somehow these communities are going to regenerate and they have not. And it’s not surprising then they get bitter, they cling to guns or religion or antipathy to people who aren’t like them or anti-immigrant sentiment or anti-trade sentiment as a way to explain their frustrations.” In the same speech, Obama is also recorded as saying that: “When people tell me they’ve all stressed about racial discord, well, you know, try slavery for a while,” obviously playing on the sentiments of these highly affluent (White and Arab) people who would basically presume that if you have dark skin in America you must therefore be connected in some way to slavery, although, as we all know, this is CLEARLY not the case.

CNN.....yahoo news is doing a story on Obama being tied to Lobbyist? Where's your story at?

Stacy, I like your positive approach as I've seen it on other comment sections on CNN-

Hey "honkey white guy from cali" I really hate calling you this but it's the name you chose.

I agree with your statements 100%. I am so tired of blacks, whites, latinos, etc making this into a HUGE race issue. For those of you who disagree try visiting a chat session on yahoo in the politics room and you'll see what I mean. Today I visit a chatroom in politics to engage in what I thought would be "interesting chat". It disappointed me to see such cruel words from all cultures bashing each other with racial slurs, nasty words, you name it. If the Democrats plan on taking back the White House then we need to look beyond race or skin color because underneath "flesh and blood is all the same color".....

Obama gives "Americans" hope for change in this country. It's amazing how race can get in the way of our country being able to experience this change. We all know that Mccain is going to take us through another 4 years of Bush policies, I don't know about most of you but my pockets can't afford it. We all have to admit that our economy was much better when "Bill Clinton" a democrat was in office. Not to take anything away from "Hillary" I realize she's a Clinton but the tone of her campaign back after Feb 5th when she lost a lot of states has been nothing but negative and attempts to tear Obama down. Notice how when Obama was behind in delegates, he didn't tear her down intentionally they had their debates and disagreements but there was a level of "respect involved". That is why I don't wish to support "Hillary" at this time, however if she's our nominee then my position has to change because I would rather endure "Hillary" anyday then Mccain.

Wake up Democrats, no matter who wins the nominee we must rally behind them, quit being sore losers and take over the White House, we won the House of Rep majority back we CAN DO THIS!!!!!

Obama is as much a white as a black. Perhaps that has something to do with his success. And maybe that's why he's so good at seeing all sides of an issue.

If Obama is the nominee, then we will see if the country is ready for a Black President.
That would indeed by a giant leap, because in 2006 there were two Black candidates who both lost to White opponents.
Obama won his Senate seat running against a Black opponent and now he is going to run 50 state wide races for the Presidency.
For Obama to win the economy would have to tank like it did for the Carter and Reagan presidential race. Otherwise McCain will win.

Folks have you been listening to Hillary's speech today? I have never seen anyone do such a complete about face. She actually admitted that Sen. Obama is a "Strong Candidate". Do you think her campaign strategists are getting the message that their slander and kitchen sink strategy is not working? I am not sure, it may very well be the calm before the storm. I don't trust anything coming from that campaign.

****************CHALLENGE TO DEMOCRATS*******************

Hillary is better than McBush.
That hurt but I meant it.

Obama '08

It's not about race, it's about leadership. And Obama is my choice to be my American leader.

Obama all the way.

Celia Ann in Michigan--

Then We'll have Jeb Bush after 8 years of Clinton. So to add to your stats:

H Clinton (28 yrs)
H Clinton (32 yrs)

Jeb Bush (28 yrs)
Jeb Bush (32 yrs)

Then Chelsea Clinton will run...

Hillary Clinton is exaggerating her experience and her trip to Bosnia by putting more than there was to the story. At 60 there is no way you can lose your memory unless your brain is dead. These are all lies; there was no snipers fire.
Anyway what is the trade deal with Columbia is all about. You cannot go and have trade deal with country that does fallow US policies. What is the next trade deal for Clinton? May be Iran, Cuba, Libya, Syria, Sudan, or communist Korea.

Race and gender are the dominate topics between the democratic contenders. This is what happens when you have two Affirmative Action candidates as your choice for nominee.

These two make John Kerry look good.

Hillary is very intelligent and makes a very good senator.

Barak was born to be president.

Obama's race has nothing to do with his ability to hold the highest public office in the land.....only the stupid and the ignorant will let that factor into their decision (unfortunately there is no shortage of those types around)

What is relevant is whether or not Obama is fit to hold the highest office in the land...and the answer is clearly NO!

I am begging this guy to say something substantive from a foreign policy and National Security Strategy point of view.

He is very good at looking pretty and making a rousing speech and sprinkling the words "Change" and "Hope" into these speeches....but when you start to peel the onion back there are absolutely no concrete solutions to the issues America faces other than what ever Bush did was wrong.

What experience does this guy have when it comes to dealing with the persistent threat of Islamic terrorists? A two day trip to Iraq and another trip to Africa??? Has he ever served in a position of great responsibility in the Armed Forces or State Department??? Does serving 3 years on the Senate Foreign Relations committee qualify as significant experience???

Where is the substance?

"HOPE" is not a method....only a nice sound bite

People,If you what you know what's Hussein Obama believe in or what's he stand for? Look no further then whose is his friends and mentor were. People like Al Sharpton,Jesse jackson,Bill Ayer,Tony Resko,Louise Farrakhan and Rev.Wright.

Alex H. I agree with you whole heartedly, let the people decide,and you know something "THEY ARE DECIDING"

Hey Stacy Clarks, TX, I will take your challenge. I believe in my heart that Hillary is a good well intentioned leader. Started her political career fighting against injustice and powers in Washington. I think she can do the job of a president if she steps back and goes to her roots in politics. I liked her and liked President Clinton for a long time. Having said that, I think the past 16 years have taken her in the wrong direction and have changed her. I believe that Obama has more capacity to lead this country and bridge the divides.

The democratic party has been experiencing a slow split for the last 10 years.

Obama has accentuated and capitalized on that schism for personal political gain.

On one side you have the left wing elitists who intellectually embrace the idea of equality- but can not and do not put it into practice.

They continue to look down their noses at the less fortunate, who they label uneducated, and then profess to want to "save them".

They support Obama. Because of his skin color, African Americans also overwhelmingly support him, regardless of political, educational or economic position.

On the other side you have the lifelong democrats who are more centrist and populist. They believe in democracy and have protested marched and worked for equality. They see all Americans as one people with a shared future. They support Clinton.

We WILL NOT come together just for party loyalty and unity in Nov. We have a right and an obligation to support the BEST Candidate.

Hillary Clinton is the best candidate and will make a great president.

What I can't understand is why not give this man a chance? We've given all the other hyprocrites, liars, cheats, and killers an opportunity to run this country and look where we are at. Ya'll keep screaming he has no experience well the suppose to be experienced is in the white house and has been there for quite sometime and where has he got us in debt that is long as the Chattanooga River, a war that has caused nothing but death, pain to families, billions of wasted dollars, and a broken economy. So really Obama can't do any worst, the worst has already been done. Get over yourself, ya'll make me sick. The bottom line is is that America would rather spite their face than to be lead by a black man who is trying to help your crazy behinds.

Go ahead put your Wealthy Hillary or McCain in office and see where they are going to take you. They don't care about you or your struggles fools, remember they are RiCH nothing will affect them one way or another. You will be crying another 4 years and you will rightfully deserve. You get what you ask for. I am so sick of you people; our soldiers are over there dying at the foolish decisions of those in the white house. If these people where so experienced why are our soldiers over there dying in vain. I AM AN ANGRY MILITARY SPOUSE WHO IS FEED UP WITH THIS CRAZY COUNTRY. OUR LOVES ONE ARE OVER THERE FIGHTING FOR THEIR LIVES NOT THIS COUNTRY BECAUSE WE SHOULDN'T EVEN BE OVER THERE.

Obama will be a good president but not president of america but president of speech, people fall on his good speech ... ..he`s too ambitious... inexperienced peson like Obama .

I agree with Bubba

To Stacy Clarks, TX:

Hillary Clinton has a strong command of the details.

Barack Obama can see past the partisanship that has limited American politics for decades.

Barack Obama has a logical mind capable of applying reason and not just emotion.

Barack Obama seeks to succeed by doing good works, not by rigging the game.

Obama is a liar and an elitist.

Michelle Obama is nuts.

McCain (No Country for old Men) - Obama (No country for younger inexperienced men) - Hillary (Just the right age and experience to actually get things/action done, in this country)

I am really tired of the laughable comments from people who say they will vote for McCain if Hillary doesn't get the nomination. News Flash – she isn't going to get it and if you are silly enough to vote for another four years of Bush's policies by voting for McCain either 1) you never were going to vote democratic, 2)you really don't care what happens to your country,environment, the war, or your children's future, or 3)you really are just a really poor loser who only cares about yourself. In either event, we've heard enough from you.

100 percent corrent Mr. Watt.

First it was camparing him to Jesse Jackson when folks remember Jackson was in the top 3 in the 84 election and did win a few states, and South Carolina WAS A CAUCUS, not a PRIMARY.

Then Geraldine 1 state Ferraro-If he was white he would not be where he is, he is lucky to be who he is. When she said the same thing about Jesse Jackson in 1984.

Bob Johnson,Billy Shaheen-bringing up drug use, race, muslim smears. Etc.Etc.

I campaigned for Harvey Gantt twice and still believe NC was lessened by having Helms as a senator. With that said, let me tell you, if you think Obama is qualified to be president, stop drinking the kool-aid!

If Obama wins the Dem nomination, I'll either not vote at all, vote for a 3rd party, or maybe even vote for McCain.

Stacy Clarks, TX April 16th, 2008 3:22 pm ET

***************CHALLENGE TO DEMOCRATS*********************

OK STACY, IT TOOK ME A WHILE BUT HERE GOES
(SAY SOMETHING POSITIVE ABOUT THE OTHER CANDIDATE):
1) I LIKE THE WAY SHE WALKS OUT OF A ROOM, ESPECIALLY OVAL SHAPED ONES.
2) I LIKE THE STORIES SHE TELLS/ WHAT IMAGINATION (SNIPERS, CAR CHASES...BRILLIANT)!
3) I LIKE THE FACT THAT SHE IS FULLY DRESSED @ 3AM IN CASE OF EMERGENCY. VERY PRESIDENTIAL!

THANK YOU STACEY.... THAT WAS FUN.

I think Hillary is a good person,and I also think Bill was a good president.I just think Obama is what is needed now.Obama is going to help our country heal and renew our standing,he is not devisive,andhis greatest experience is knowing that people need to no the truth,regardless of whether they agree with it or not.The true definition of a leader is to have the ability to persuade others to work together for a common goal.

I can't believe that Hillary supporters are complaining about the support Barack Obama is getting from the African American community. The Democratic party has enjoyed YEARS of support from African Americans....support that I confess has been completely BLIND in its loyalty. Now for the first time in history, there is a candidate that listens to the people, comes from the people and has an agenda that is targeted towards the people. He also happens to be a candidate that African Americans can relate to, someone they can point at to their children and say "see....times have changed, Rev Wright is wrong...you can be ANYTHING you want in this country." Yet Hillary supporters are so close minded about thier support for Hillary that they attack Obama's AA support as racial. That's the reason I have left the Democratic party. They have finally raised the racist head I have ignored for so long. I'm African American AND Latino. I will never support tht Dem party again.

I will say that the other democratic candidate has just as much, if not more, experience as mine does when it comes down to it.

However, I believe my candidate can do much more than the other to undo the image of an international bully that presidents in recent past have helped to establish.

I believe my candidate is one of integrity and sometimes honest to a fault, even if not everyone appreciates it.

I believe my candidate's plans for this country give greater weight to the possibility of acceptance by Congress (as it currently stands) than their own ideals.

the point is not whether a black can be president. the real question is that person no matter what color of his/her skin, male or female is really qualified to be president. could you do american people and the country that you have said you love so much a favor by listing all three candidates's qualification to be the president of america. today, we are facing two big challenges: economy and national security. we expect that our president should at least have a credential in one of them. start telling poeple who to vote base on your preference. oh jack, could you tell us whom you support because you said that in abc talk radio show friday morning.most of your viewers do not know.

I'm so glad Barack didn't wait for an answer to that stupid question. It's a dumb question–why wouldn't we be ready? We educate our children, so they will grow up to be leaders–it's a no brainer.

I not only want a black president, but I want a president out of every product of our education system. We need more leaders, and we don't care what color they are.

So parents start talking to your sons and daughters about the qualities Americans want in a president. One of those factors should never be race, or wealth. We're smarter than that–and our country is on the brink of showing how far we've come– to the rest of the world.

Congrats Barack, your mother would be proud.

Why not? Black people have been voting for white candidates all of their voting lives. Just a thought.

Fortunately, this country is moving in the right direction where someone's skin colour or gender is getting less important. Is the USA ready for a black President? Certainly. Are we ready for Barack Obama in particular? Certainly not.

GREAT IDEA, STACY!

It just burns me, as an African – American female, statements like "America is not ready for a Black President." What exactly does that mean? When, I ask, would America be ready for a Black president?

The answer is clear: Now. A true Black presdential contender is needed, (not that I'm discounting Jesse Jackson run) and long over do.

Obama '08

I have been sitting here trying to think of ONE good thing I might say about Hillary Clinton, but for the life of me, I can't come up with anything.

As for three positive things about my cadidate:

I don't like Hillary Clinton.
I don't trust Hillary Clinton.
I will not vote for a Republican ever again.

GO OBAMA!!!

Susan from MO, Josh, Chut pata must be Republicans or just ignorant democrat hillary supporters. Every blog, every question a response as if they are 5th graders or people with Autism. When they slam Obama it isn't about things reported about his voting record or policy positions. Its because he is an effective speaker or he said something factual true but offended people or he wouldn't just go with the flow and throw his pastor under the bus as many other politicians have and would.

He treats the american people like multi-faceted, intelligent, saavy complex individuals, the unfortunate part is that most of these people do not deserve such a distinction.

Democrats are so scared that the Republicans will use X, Y or Z against Obama in the general election its pathetic to hear the Josh's, Susan's from MO state this weak case. John McCain is weak and vulnerable on so many issues. McCain isn't the strongest choice for Republicans, he is the one they are willing to sacrifice or believe its his turn due to his war hero status

Picking Obama only because he is not a Clinton or Bush does not make sense. He makes so many mistakes and every time he does it sounds like his words come straight from the mouth of the Rev. Wright. I hope voters start looking at Obama instead of listening too him. Words are cheap.

PUT THIS STATEMENT WITH REV WRIGHTS TEACHING AND IT MAKES SENSE HOW COME IT CAME OUT THIS WAY.

So it's not surprising then that they get bitter, they cling to guns or religion or antipathy to people who aren't like them or anti-immigrant sentiment or anti-trade sentiment as a way to explain their frustrations.

MUST BE REFERENCEING THEM CRAZY WHITE FOLKS THAT GAVE AA AIDS

I should also add that, unlike a lot of others, I will be voting for the democratic nominee no matter who it is.

Well, we're glad you're ready. Welcome aboard, it's never too late.

Obama 08

Writing in all capital letters does not make your post louder.

I know you feel like shouting, but please.... for the sake of my eyes... stop posting in all caps!

Obama is not black; he is both white and black. Thank you!

Stacy Clarks I LOVE your comment. So many people cannot agree to disagree and it's really disappointing. I am a Barak Obama supporter, but that doesn't discount any of Hillary Clinton's experience, intelligence or ability. She is gritty and she is a fighter. I just happen to prefer Obama.

GO DEMOCRATS!!!

Obama is a liar in the slimest way. To bundle money to avoid or rather attempt to avoid the big oil label is a slimmy lie. I blame the media for this race, gender fiasco. Obamas reference to," people who are not like them", only added fuel to the fire. We will lose in November if Obama is the nominee, it may be close, but the electorial college will give it to McCain. The big Blue states will determine the winner, add the little red states, that usually go Republicians and bingo, we get McCain. In a year that should have been a runaway for the dems. How sad is that?

s a person fromanother country - why would you possibly want any other candidate but Obama. If the Clinto machine stopped throwing everything including the house at him, he wouldn't have to take so much time defending himself. Read his book the Audacity of Hope. He is a brilliant, brilliant man – and your only hope, I'm sorry to say.

To Stacy Clarks: I shouyld have never listened to you, I have spent 30 minutes trying to find something positive about Obama. What a waste of time!!!!
Stop advising me! Pahhhlease!

JOSH, YOUR COMMENTS 4/16/08 3:18 are based soley on your blindness. If this country was build on pure christianity then whey is it we have enslaved others. Maybe just your may be your great great granfather did not come to america with chains around his neck. So your views and experience should be different. But for the many millions that have had to uplift themselves from that mentality and the ones that are still struggling with emancipating their minds. I forgive you as you really do not know your history. Your obviously views as a blindfolded horse. Sorry.

Super Delegates please make up your mind. A late decision/endorsement will not be very well valued

Obama '08

Obama's popularity has nothing to do with race.
he is loved by all that give him a chance. Obama
brings hope and inspiration to a country that has
been downtrodden for 8 years.

Obama is not an "elitist" as Hillary calls him. Actually,
Obama is just the opposite of an "elitist." That is why
so many people love him. America has not seen
or heard a man with the message of hope and inspiration
in many, many years.

I'm glad you finally saw the light and came on board!

Obama '08

****************CHALLENGE TO DEMOCRATS*******************
Ok Here Goes:

Hillary clinton is strong woman who is a tenacious fighter.
But I support Barak Obama because he says:
1) that it is time for the us to come together as people and fight together
2) that together we can make our politicians accountable for their lack of action
3)that He is not the solution but we the people standing together will have a voive in his white house to start addressing the issue.
So you see I don't see him as the solution but as part of the change we need to make. So let's come together and start talking about building back this country to its unlimited potential.
Emma
Springfield

Susan MO:

Did you sign your post STONERLY for Hillary?

Maybe that explains the suspension of reality.

Seriously, I hope all those threatening to sit out in November or vote for McCain will consider:

Make permanent the Bush tax cuts
Try to win in Iraq (please define "win")
The ability to appoint (pro-life??) Supreme Court Justices
I don't know much about economics
More deficits from war and tax breaks to the most wealthy
Bomb, bomb Iran

"Obama was at Rezko house for party, witness testifies" why isn´t this story from yesterday still on "political ticker"? There is no question that CNN will not spin further this with negative pictures of Obama altough it could be serious. If all this controversial news had pertained to Hillary Clinton, it is hundred percent sure that CNN would have spun further to damage her being.

White guilt is talking? Nobody is ready for Obama – black, blue or purple period. He is too new and has not established his credentials – some voters are desparate because of the poor economic picture and they have become risk takers and are casting their vote for an unknown – this is like buying a lottery ticket – abosulutely irrational.

I wish we had the same attitude about improving gender discrimination.

DEMS NEED TO STICK TOGETHER.

WE WILL GET THRU THIS–UNITED.

Barack Obama speeking to Philadelphia community leaders today:

“Let me make one last point about the comparison to McGovern and Dukakis, both excellent men, but I’m a pretty darn good politician. And I can give a pretty good speech and I can connect and inspire the American people in ways that I think will become apparent. I wouldn’t be here if I wasn’t pretty good at mixing it up."

Yup. Pretty much sums it up the way people are reposing drone-like faith in him.

Stacy Clarks,

The only thing positive I can say about Hillary Clinton is that she is a brilliant human being. Other than that, there are no positives that come to mind. Just lots and lots of negatives. It would be impossible for me to ever vote for her.

Well this Cathoilic (independent) vote is not up for grabs!!

My vote goes to Hiilary if she is nominated and if she is not, the it will go to McCain.

I cannot vote for Obama, not because it is a racial issue with me because if Colin Powell was involved, I would vote for him over all of the candidates that were in this years primaries regardless of party.

Obama just seem to go on and on talking and promising everything to a point where it is difficult to listens to his speeches. And I have heard almost all the speeches that have been available on CNN.

In my mind Obama simply has not explained himself satisfactorily on key issues regading his support for "Wright" and his relationship wit "Reszko". The latest issue is his comments about common Americans in how they rely on Guns and religion because they supposedly are bitter.

I am amazed about the support he is receiving from politicians and how they seem to think that the issues listed above are not important. Well they are to most common standing Americans

Whenever Senator Obama has used the race card has played his tune. How about a fair and impartial media? How about a fair and impartial analysis? How about holding bigoted and sexist comments made by Senator Obama to the light? I am an American and democrat who loves this country. Hold us democrats accountable for our actions.

This is probably true. What's unfortunate is that race has overshadowed gender in this campaign. For every racially insensitive or questionable comment said during this campaign, there has been at least a sexist comment made. Sadly, these sexist comments generally are not condemned by the media – as is the case with the racist ones – and the media is often the offending party.

And Celia Ann in Michigan...HW Bush only served one term. If you're going to make some absurd argument that Hillary shouldn't be president because her husband was and GW Bush and his father were, at least get it right.

Frankly, I wish GW Bush hadn't been president, not because his dad was, but because he has been terrible. And if you want to get down to it, historians have now linked Obama to both the Bush and Cheyney families. I suppose we should all vote for McCain then to avoid the continuation of the Bush family dynasty?

Why are we so hesitant to say things against Obama because he is black. He knew that his race would come into play and he decided to still to participate in the democratic nomination. Why are we sensitive about race? You call a spade a spade and thats the way life is. If you always have to watch what you say about Obama because its going to be taken as racism then that's not running a fair campaign. Obama is a blak man and if he cannot accept negative comments about himself and is always complaining about racism, then get out of the race.

This is not a fair election race because any topic about Obama that his campaign people don't like to hear is always been called racism. The press is also playing up to it. If it was a white man running against Clinton you would hear alot of negative things about him by both black and white. But because Obama is black he is being treated with kid gloves. You either take the good with the bad or get out.

Clinton will win the nomination and go on to win in November/08.

Well, at least he is willing to admit he is wrong. As a white woman, I thought that Obama would encounter some struggles due to race when I began supporting him more than a year ago – I know there are still people out there who judge people by skin color and not achievements. In fact, it resonated with me when Obama talked about people in his extended family making racial comments that made him cringe – I know there are some people in my family who I love who say things that make me sick and angry.

I would never have guessed how much the Clinton campaign would have worked to make race an issue, however. Race really wasn't an issue in the campaign initially, I don't think, and then after South Carolina it was really injected into the campaign.

I just wish the Clinton family would have had the decency not to go there. But mostly I'm excited that a majority of democrats (along with independents and Obamacans) are showing that they are willing to move beyond the racial divide. It is truly an exciting time for our country.

Obama is challenging our minds. That's a President! I WANT CHANGE FOR A BETTER AMERICA AND FOR THE FUTURE OF OUR CHILDREN. This requires all Americans not to be afraid, or fear change. Be loyal to yourself that is what counts.

Here we go again, some one bringing race back into politics. I am sorry but I do not see or listen in color. I look at the person and listen to their words, and when I doubt I even as questions. Has anyone every considered listening to the words, watching the deeds, and listening to the heart of the speaker? Close your eyes, and listen as if you really want to hear some day, you will hear differently.

Obama better shut him up... I'm sure NC is proud of that statement!!!

DEMOCRATS WILL STAY UNITED AND TRUE TO OUR DEMOCRAT PARTY. REPUBLICANS, ARE CROSSING OVER TO THE DEMOCRAT PARTY AND THEY DESERVE OUR SUPPORT.

I am sorry I meant to say I am for OBAMA

Go OBAMA 08

Some times it takes awhile to sink in but atleast it welcome aboard. As a black guy I can over look your earlier comments, becuase everyone makes mistakes.

OBAMA 08/////

If enough people believe that, it will be a self-fulfilling prophecy, but I have faith in America, so I support Obama.

***************CHALLENGE TO DEMOCRATS*********************

I AM CHALLENGING EVERY OBAMA SUPPORTER, AND HILLARY SUPPORTER TO SAY SOMETHING POSITIVE ABOUT THE OTHER CANDIDATE (YOU DO NOT HAVE TO SUPPORT THEM, BUT JUST SAY SOMETHING NICE) AND FOLLOW IT BY SAYING 3 NICE THINGS ABOUT YOUR CANDIDATE, AND WHY WE SHOULD VOTE FOR THEM….(POSITIVE CAMPAIGNING)

LET'S TURN THIS WAR WE HAVE STARTED ON EACHOTHER IN THE DEMOCRATIC PARTY INTO POSITIVITY!!!

I ENCOURGAE EVERYONE WHO THINKS IT WILL BE A DETRIMENT FOR THE REPUBLICANS TO WIN TO COPY THIS POST, AND PASTE IT ON EVERY BLOG YOU WRITE ON

LET'S GO DEMOCRATS!!! LET'S GO AMERICA!!!!!

****************CHALLENGE TO DEMOCRATS*******************

It is a very new day in America! and I will tell you this there is growth and changing that will have to take place on all sides to see race no longer be an issue! I think the biggest thing people need to understand is for people like Obama and many of the young people in America they no longer see the lines of race as easy as the older generation they still see them but they do not have the deep rooted emotion!

Go Obama 08

That's why they call it "Democracy"....

HILLARY IS A CROOK AND A FRAUD (did I say that out loud)

HILLARY WE LOVE YOU

HILLARY 08

Lots of African-Americans still do not believe Obama will get the nomination. If he gets, he will not win presidential election. Even if he wins, he will not be allowed to do what he is promising.

However lot of them will still be voting for Obama as he offers hope, not guarentee, that he will bring a change.

Well, thank you Mel!!!

I don't think young people are aware of that fight. The thing that is most surpisising to me is the that people do not see how desperate and personal this has become for both Clintons.

Take a look at this:

HW Bush (4 yrs)
HW Bush (8 yrs)

B Clinton (12 yrs)
B Clinton (16 yrs)

GW Bush (20 yrs)
GW Bush (24 yrs)

and now do we want this

H Clinton (28 yrs)
H Clinton (32 yrs)?????????????

Come on now, enough is enough!!!

I am glad that African – Americans are starting to gain confidence in all Americans and are starting to believe that we are ready for a Black President. We are ready, waiting and can not wait until Barack Obama is our President because we honestly believe that he is real. He is who he claims to be. He will be a GREAT President!!!!!!!

Is Michelle Obama working on the ticker today? It's completely one sided, I've seen good news for Hillary today, but not on this site!

IT AMAZES ME AT HOW BLIND PEOPLE CAN BE. I KNOW TIMES ARE BAD AND WE NEED HOPE AND A GOOD LEADER BUT DO WE HAVE TO FOLLOW AROUND A PIED PIPER MAN WITH LOTS OF CHARISMA AND GIFT OF GAB AND THINK HE WILL BE A GOOD LEADER JUST BECAUSE HE SAYS SO? WHERES THE REAL PROOF HERE? HES SPENT MOST OF HIS CAMPAIGN TRYING TO GET OUT OF THE HEAT OF CONTROVERSY HIS OWN SELF CAUSED. "OH I MISSPOKE" WHILE PUTTING SMALL TOWN FOLKS DOWN OR "OH I SHOULDNT HAVE LET MY PASTOR TALK SO BAD BUT I STAYED 20 YEARS" OR "IM NOT REALLY AGINST THE NAFTA TRADE DEAL BUT DONT TELL NOBODY" OR "OH I SHOULDNT HAVE HAD ANYTHING TO DO WITH LESKO, SORRY." PLUS OTHER THINGS–HIS WIFES LACK OF PATRIOTISM AND HIS TOO. HIS LACK OF A REAL CHRISTIAN WAY? THIS COUNTRY WAS BASED ON CHRISTIAN PRINCIPALS. ALL AFTER MOST OF THE STATES HAD VOTED ALREADY. ITS SO PLAIN HE HAS A HIDDEN AGENDA AND ALL YOU POOR BLIND FOLKS WENT ALONG WITH HIM. GOD HELP US ALL.

When asked "is America ready to elect a black president," why can't all of these politicians just say "let's let the American people answer that with their votes"? Such a stupid question, I'm sick of hearing it.

Woot! Thanks again for the support super delegates... We do appreciate it.

Obama 08

I am just ready for someone to be Presidential. So far none of the candidates have.

Stop with the 'race' issue.

Race does not matter for one to be a good president.

But one who is rude & critical to the people of America, should not be our president. Obama knew what he was saying when he insulted the people of Pennsylvania. And to top it off, he 'made light of it'.......basically laughing in their faces.

We thought about Obama.........but not now.

STRONELY for HIllary Clinton:)

Like Watt, I believe the same thing- Even though I liked Obama from the start, I did not believe that Obama would have a snowballs chance in hell to even be considered for president. And so, I was going to vote for Hillary, as she was a more realistic choice for reaching the Oval office.

It is a new day in America, and it was so healing for me to see that people in Iowa looked beyond color. I am ashamed that as an African-American, I did not look beyond color, and that was out of bitterness and hopelessness.

Iowa proved us all wrong and taught us that there it is a new day in America. To everyone, white and black, thank you for looking beyond race. I will endeavor to do the same from now on.

Obama '08 .

The success of Sen. Obama's campaign is evidence that America is ready for a black president. However, I believe that many Americans have serious concerns about his qualifications.

Well said. Times are chaning and we have progressed. But there is still much to do for "true" racial equality.

Maybe you should stop talking to the press and work on some of the things you all said would be done in the first 100 days the dems controlled congress....

Still waiting for the first one?

Obama is a special individual and people can't help but like him, once they get to know him, it appears.

Not this year. Not this guy. Not yet. (Not her either.)

While Hillary and Obama bash each others heads in, Mr. McCain is putting together his campaign and firming up his stances on important issues. He is working while H and O play third grade games. The Dem Party is in ashes and they continue to snipe (no pun intended!) while the public grows weary of them.

FOR GOD'S SAKE LETS VOTE