April 17, 2008
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Sens. Obama and Clinton lead McCain in swing states according to a new poll.
Sens. Obama and Clinton lead McCain in swing states according to a new poll.


(CNN)—In potential fall match-ups, Democratic presidential candidates Barack Obama and Hillary Clinton are leading presumptive Republican nominee John McCain in states that were decisive in the 2004 election according to a new survey.

The latest Gallup Poll conducted during the first 15 days in April, consisting of more than 13,000 registered voters shows Obama and Clinton ahead by 4 points in so called “purple” or swing states with 47 percent to McCain’s 43 percent, with a margin of error of plus or minus 1 point.

In “blue” states where John Kerry won by more than 6 percentage points in 2004, Obama has a comfortable double-digit lead, while McCain leads by a slightly smaller margin in the “red” states where George Bush prevailed by more than 6 points.

Clinton has the same lead over McCain in purple states, but she does not fare as well as Obama in the “blue” states and also trails McCain by a larger margin than Obama in the traditionally Republican “red” states.

The remaining purple swing states where Bush or Kerry won by 5 points or fewer in 2004 include: New Hampshire, Pennsylvania, Ohio, Michigan, Wisconsin, Minnesota, Iowa, Florida, Colorado, Nevada, New Mexico, and Oregon.

Filed under: Barack Obama • Hillary Clinton • John McCain


Stud   April 17th, 2008 11:52 am ET

Clinton Supportors are bad at math. Real bad.

jfs Memhis, Tn   April 17th, 2008 11:53 am ET

I hope that the Superdelegates are reading this news story and poll numbers……………………GO Obama……………… the NEW democratic leader

james   April 17th, 2008 11:53 am ET

Once the democratic nominee is selected, and John McBush is fully vetted, I mean "fully" vetted, he will lose the general election by a landslide.

Kelin   April 17th, 2008 11:53 am ET

Did Joe Scarbourough read any of this or will he FIND a poll that says what he wants it to say?

Greg, NY   April 17th, 2008 11:53 am ET

I'm going to start spraying some Obama on my pans in the morning before I cook breakfast because NOTHING sticks to him!

Jason M. Bryant   April 17th, 2008 11:54 am ET

I love that they're calling some states purple now. It's much better than calling everything either red or blue.

April in Texas   April 17th, 2008 11:54 am ET

I am still a very strong Obama supporter and after the ABC debate debacle which I am now boycotting ABC because of, there is no way I will EVER vote for Hillary. I will stay home instead if Hillary steals this nomination. While I would have voted for her before this debate, she and ABC proved that she once again will throw me under the bus just as fast as she would her own child. If I wasnt BITTER before I am now and the DNC should end this before Hillary does even more damage than she and the media did last night.

Obama 08

Now for Obama   April 17th, 2008 11:55 am ET

If the voices of the people are overturned and Hillary steals this nomination, then there will be rallying in the streets! She has chosen the low road of politics to win at all costs and this is not the ways of a Christian! Hillary cannot be trusted!

Independent for Hillary, Pittsburgh   April 17th, 2008 11:56 am ET

I wish they would stop with all the polling.

The winner of an election between Obama and McCain would be based on who wins over Clintons voters. If McCain takes 20% (significant pop. especially in critical areas) then he wins. If Clinton supporters decide to support Obama then he will win.

Personally, I wont support Obama because I think McCain is more experienced and would do a better job. But I am a conservative Independent and I cant speak for other Clinton supporters.

Carlos Ventura   April 17th, 2008 11:58 am ET

I am a Republican VOTING for Obama, the man can and will do the job that we desperately need to be done in this country.

Tired of W, OH   April 17th, 2008 11:58 am ET

Maybe this will put an end to Hillary's argument that Obama can't win the "important" states.

Mike   April 17th, 2008 11:58 am ET

Last night killed this story and the hope of either democratic candidate winning in November…

I can not believe what happened last night in regards to Iraq and the economy… They both locked themselves in and gave the GOP their platform for November…

Obama folded under pressure that is not even going to be close to what will happen in the general… Democratic Party is in real trouble and it is looking like they will have to vote Clinton in as the nominee and hope that Obama will take the VP… if not it is over!!!

***AMERICAN***   April 17th, 2008 11:59 am ET

Once again, the only real and trustworthy poll is the one in November. Lets wait and see who wins after that one.

jl   April 17th, 2008 11:59 am ET

The sooner SUPERDELEGATES support OBAMA, the better the

Democrats chances of winning in November.

gerard morei   April 17th, 2008 11:59 am ET

All democrats, take a good look at those states above and think. this is the turning point, we need Hillary for President, do not vote with your heart, VOTE WITH YOUR MIND. Thank you all.
HILLARY FOR PRESIDENT 2009.

Daniel in Michigan   April 17th, 2008 12:00 pm ET

I am very disappointed with George Stephanopolous. He should know better, unless he likes perpetuating the reality TV politics of the past. The questions were all based on propaganda fodder that is eaten up by journalists, which focus only on perpetuating the drama of this grand pageantry contest. What ever happened to a Media outlet that seeks the truth behind the candidates' stances on issues? We need PBS to host debates more, or Wolf blitzer. SEND IN THE WOLF! WE NEED YOU WOLF, PENNSYLVANIA NEEDS YA! C'est l'avis'

Franky   April 17th, 2008 12:00 pm ET

"In “blue” states where John Kerry won by more than 6 percentage points in 2004, Obama has a comfortable double-digit lead, while McCain leads by a slightly smaller margin in the “red” states where George Bush prevailed by more than 6 points.

Clinton has the same lead over McCain in purple states, but she does not fare as well as Obama in the “blue” states and also trails McCain by a larger margin than Obama in the traditionally Republican “red” states."

Ohhh yeah, I can see the future now…….

Barb Canada   April 17th, 2008 12:01 pm ET

For those of you upset with the debate…think of it this way…Unless you are afraid of something, why not ask these questions? If you really care about the Country, isn't it better to get things out in the open early? How many people would have voted for Bush, if they thought they knew the real "him"? If he would come out 100% truthfully with some of these relationships, he wouldn't be quite so uncomfortable! Quote of the debate, when Ayers the terrorist was brought up………. “He's not somebody who I exchange ideas from on a regular basis,” ………Occasionally exchanging ideas with a terrorist isn't what you meant now is it Barrack????

Jeff Radun   April 17th, 2008 12:02 pm ET

Whatever these polls say now until April 22 mean nothing.
I predict Hillary will blow Obama out of the water with a 15 point margin.
That should be enough to tell the super deligates that Obama is not electable.
He is to close to a racist in Mr Wright, and Mr Ferrican, a terrorist in Mr Ayres, a criminal in Mr Rezko
And he finds that small town white people in Pennsylvania cling to guns and religion, and are bigots towards imigrants when they are bitter about government
I would rather have a liar in Hillary than a racist in the white house. Sorry Mr Obama is also a liar so I would rather have a liar in the white house than a liar and a racist

Bill   April 17th, 2008 12:02 pm ET

I think the new question is, Will Hillary be electible in the fall? and the answer, apparently, is a resounding "No".

: )

becky   April 17th, 2008 12:02 pm ET

Spin, Spin,Spin……………………………………………….No more cards left!

linda   April 17th, 2008 12:03 pm ET

The remaining purple swing states where Bush or Kerry won by 5 points or fewer in 2004 include: New Hampshire, Pennsylvania, Ohio, Michigan, Wisconsin, Minnesota, Iowa, Florida, Colorado, Nevada, New Mexico, and Oregon.

. Why didn't CNN show how much Sen. Clinton is ahead in these states, "Don't want to make obama look bad",

Ex-Hillary supporter   April 17th, 2008 12:03 pm ET

After the travesty of a debate last night, Obama still emerged the winner with dignity. The barrage of negative personal attacks directed at him by Clinton and her two moderators only made me more certain than ever that he is by far the superior candidate.

Wise Dem.   April 17th, 2008 12:03 pm ET

How could any one ever imagine that a Republican will win when McCain'as polices are closely aligned to the Bush failed policies.?

Do Americans really care about the sniper fire, bitter comments and all that???? NO NO NO NO. Because there are lot of important issues.

Get real people.

tanner, ca   April 17th, 2008 12:04 pm ET

I wonder how everyone would feel when Obama meets with terrorists just like Carter is doing right now. He's said himself that it's important to talk with your enemies. Mr. Obama, are you seriously really follow the lead of Jimmy Carter and his present actions?

Ana in L.A.   April 17th, 2008 12:04 pm ET

She was much stronger than Obama during last night's ABC debate. Obama became flustered way too easily and frequently. Sen. Clinton looked much more at ease and confident. Also, her plan were much more detailed and well-explained than Obama's.

vince - Phoenix - (forgive me cnn, for I have sinned)   April 17th, 2008 12:04 pm ET

last night's "debate" was nothng short of a coordinated ambush.

Michael   April 17th, 2008 12:04 pm ET

Can Hillary's supporters stop playing to racist fears by saying Obama can't win when ALL the data shows he will win, etc?

CHERYL FOR HILLARY   April 17th, 2008 12:05 pm ET

STUD:

WE DIDN'T MAJOR IN MATH WE MAJOR IN "MIRACLES'

GO HILLARY 08

WE LOVE YOU

Bayou Joe   April 17th, 2008 12:05 pm ET

Dream on James. Obama will be lucky to win back his Senate seat after the Republicans and us Moderate Democrats get done with him.

Paula in WI   April 17th, 2008 12:06 pm ET

abc news website shows a video of last night and their take on it.Some of the Clinton superdelegates are switching to Obama.Guess Mrs C's comments and behavior in her campaign has backfired yet again.

brain   April 17th, 2008 12:06 pm ET

Kelin April 17th, 2008 11:53 am ET

Did Joe Scarbourough read any of this or will he FIND a poll that says what he wants it to say?

I am with you on this one. I am sick and tired of that guy. He wishes to be Obama. I don't watch their show like I used to.
I will never watch ABC, and I only watch Keith Olberman

PA Democrat   April 17th, 2008 12:07 pm ET

The Democrats will win in Nov. also there is alot a talk about FLAG PIN - I see Hillary WASN'T wearing the All importand Flag Pin last night! Oh no comment there uh!
You go Obama! Your focus was on the Issues ALL night Long!!!
Hillary had alot of fluff and less substance!

Independent   April 17th, 2008 12:07 pm ET

We`ve had enough of Republican "trickle down" economics and an endless occupation in Iraq. —————– Where the Bushes` are concerned, it`s always—- The Economy, Stupid !!

Johnson   April 17th, 2008 12:08 pm ET

There is a fundamental ideological difference between McCain and either of the democratic nominee. If you are a supporter of one of the democratic nominee, I don't see how you can support John McCain. You are supporting a person based on how old he is? McCain has gone back on everything he has said. I respected McCain as an individual who was not in line with mainstream republicans. However, during this campaign he has tried to modify his sayings, policies, and actions to match that of mainstream republicans. How can anyone support an individual who sells out his values so that he can get elected? What sort of candor or will does this individual have if he is flip-flopping like a banked fish?

Corey, Maryland   April 17th, 2008 12:08 pm ET

Thus proving the point that Obama is more electable than Hillary!!

Obama Richardson 08!!!

linda   April 17th, 2008 12:09 pm ET

April in Texas. I have been reading your posts for obama, and now you say you would have voted for hillary before this debate, Look out God may get you for lying.

Tootie   April 17th, 2008 12:09 pm ET

Mark my words if we have a ticket with Obama-Clinton or
Clinton Obama we will win, otherwise the republications are going to win again

Penn State   April 17th, 2008 12:11 pm ET

Obama supporters are sooooo BITTER!! You guys are just mad that ABC called Obama out on all of his mess. Not everybody is on Obama's side. Go Hillary and go ABC!!!

James, SC   April 17th, 2008 12:11 pm ET

See Hillary. Senaator Obama is carrying the same BLUE states better than you; and he is looking much better in the swing states. Yes, you are right. He can win He can win He can win!

Zeppo!!   April 17th, 2008 12:11 pm ET

Bravo to ABC!

Finally a media outlet asked Obama some tough questions.

Notice the level of anger among the Obama supporters lately? Its a little disturbing, they really can't take a few punches huh?

Obamabooey!!!!

TeamObama   April 17th, 2008 12:11 pm ET

Did you know that if (big IF) Hillary wins ALL of the remaining primaries by 20% points (yes that was 20% points) she will still have less pledged delagates than Barack Obama. Interesting…..

NOBAMA   April 17th, 2008 12:11 pm ET

Greg in NY - that was hilarious! And right on!!

@americans   April 17th, 2008 12:11 pm ET

ok, show this to the Obama critics or no, scratch that…ABC!!!

OBAMA '08!

Jasmyne   April 17th, 2008 12:12 pm ET

This is GREAT news. The absolute last thing I want is a Republican in the White House for another 4+ years.

I.D. from NY, NY   April 17th, 2008 12:13 pm ET

HILLARY-ous. The funniest thing is that Hillary's toughest battle isn't with Obama or McCain. It's with herself… and she's losing.

ABG   April 17th, 2008 12:13 pm ET

All I know is, anyone who says people have "antipathy toward others that are different" will never have my vote!

I am sure the Republicans have many more sound bites than that awful and unecessary remark.

Does anyone know why Obama never said anything when his donors were laughing in the back round at Pennsylvanians expense?

Chris, Middletown, CT   April 17th, 2008 12:14 pm ET

Who is voting for Clinton….I want to meet both of them….or perhaps they "misspoke"

Kelley   April 17th, 2008 12:14 pm ET

Early voting in NC today, I cast my vote for OBAMA

Peter   April 17th, 2008 12:16 pm ET

Did Gallup say Obama would win New Hampshire?

Ben   April 17th, 2008 12:17 pm ET

Yes, Yes, Yes, she says, he can….Obama 08

Allen, Lubbock, TX   April 17th, 2008 12:18 pm ET

Who's more electable again??? i pretty sure all signs point to Obama!

Typical White Person   April 17th, 2008 12:18 pm ET

Means nothing..all these pre polls mean nothing until there in one Dem and on Rep running.

Obama needs to just drop out an go away. He will never win.

Patrick from CA   April 17th, 2008 12:19 pm ET

Why are you Obamamaniacs so blinded by this young punk?

Oh I know!!!!!

You don't know anything about this man. Do you?

Rezko, Writgt, Ayres, Farrakhan, etc..

Who's next?

(Come out come out whoever you are… ;)

Hilary '08

Ilona Proud Canadian   April 17th, 2008 12:19 pm ET

Kelin, this poll was taken from a "sample" of 13,000 registered voters!

Greg, thanks for the chuckle, it was really good.

Independent for Hillary, do you honestly believe that 20% of Hillary's supporters will vote for McCain, if she loses? I don't.

Obama Supporters,

YES HE CAN…….. YES HE CAN….!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

lol   April 17th, 2008 12:20 pm ET

obama is starting to show the world he can't stand up to the pressure of hillary, let alone the republicans and the swiftboaters. without his teleprompter, and speech writer his oratorical skills are lacking. the dnc has to realize he will lose if he is the nominee.Hillary really out shined him in last nights debate.

Lee WV   April 17th, 2008 12:21 pm ET

Hillary folded her trump card last night when she admitted on national TV ,yes ,yes ,yes ,he is electable.That was her only agruement left to use against him.Yes Americans do care about the sniperfire remarks,they were lies.Yes shre will probably win PA ,no big surprise,however the few delegates she gains she will lose back in NC,and probably Indiana.I will vote for Obama in Nov only if Hillary is not on the ticket as VP,otherwise its McCain for me.

Thomas For Hillary   April 17th, 2008 12:21 pm ET

I hope people don't look into these polls too much. These same polls in 2004 had Kerry slamming Bush around this same time and we all know how that story ended. Please Obama and Clinton supporters don't read too much into these polls, the real polls are when the people vote. I do agree though with a previous post, if Obama is the nominee, the only way he will win or for the fact McCain will win is who will get Hillary's supporters. With the way Obama's supporters act, it's going to be hard for him to get Hillary supporters on his side.

Johnny Boy   April 17th, 2008 12:21 pm ET

Hil-lie-ary is a turely evil person. Instead of sticking the issues, she starts petty crap that I do not care about. So, the way I see this lady is: It is ok to lie to get your point across and then say sorry. We the people let these people off the hook all the time and I have had it. Not only will I totally undermine her(spread every lie I can againt her, just like she does), if she steals Obama's nom, I will sure as Haties, vote for John Mcbush. Why should I care, she NEEDS to be stopped. She will lie to us even more now that her has gotten away with it. Please ladies, it is NOT because she is a woman, it is just plain ole her. She will LOOSE if she goes againt Mcbush.

OBAMA or MCbUSCH ( I will never use the big "B" with his name)

Ted   April 17th, 2008 12:21 pm ET

Hmm I live in Ohio and the latest polls show McCain only getting beat by Hillary by 6 points but he beats Obama by 10.Again same old tactics CNN is using to confuse voters .Just like Ohio Pennsylvannia will deliver for Clinton .CNN your polls fail to mention 28%Clinton voters will vote McCain its higher than that in Ohio and Florida .You cannot win general without these two swing states and the republicans and the news media should know this by now .

Hillary or McCain - There IS no other choice   April 17th, 2008 12:21 pm ET

Now for Obama wrote:

If the voices of the people are overturned and Hillary steals this nomination, then there will be rallying in the streets!

—————————————————————————-

Are you sure you don't mean rioting? You Obamabots are really scary people

And besides, the only one who stole anything is your hero - he stole Florida's and Michigan's votes, so once again, it's a case of the pot calling the kettle black

Doesn't matter - I'll get even by voting for McCain in November. Oblahblah will only get away with stealing my vote once

Now for Obama   April 17th, 2008 12:21 pm ET

Why are Hillary supporters pushing an Obama/Hillary ticket? NO ONE TRUSTS HILLARY! She can not win without Obama but Obama does not need her…she is the complete opposite of him (lying, manipulative, shrew)

Go Obama   April 17th, 2008 12:22 pm ET

I have been a staunch Hillary supporter till last night when I realized Hillary is in bed with these cable networks. I will never vote for her.

Good job ABC for your hit job!

Caroline   April 17th, 2008 12:22 pm ET

I can't figure out who would vote for HRC at this point. Just like I couldn't figure out who in their right mind would vote for George W Bush in 2000, and good Lord, again in 2004…….

The only thing that makes sense in my mind (plus some pretty darn good evidence in 2000 and 2004) is that the elections were rigged.

Let us hope that it does not happen again. The neocons are a very determined bunch–they will not just cede power. Everyone should be very wary. And to this point, HRC has certainly acted like she's a friend of neocons.

Bush and Co. have damaged this country immensely. HRC is NOT the one who has any chance of fixing anything. She is extremely shady and untruthful and divisive and has the same "God appointed me" mentality that GW Bush has.

God help us all.

Obama '08

April in Texas   April 17th, 2008 12:22 pm ET

This wasnt a debate it was a tabloid debacle and ABC should be discusted in themselves. Charles and George spent 50 minutes asking about nothing. It was a one way mudslinging fest which if thats what they were after the questions should have been fair for both. Clinton was never asked many questions I want answered such as why Mark Penn is still with her campaign. What about the Peter Paul trial which is scheduled in Nov. What about the contradictions of NAFTA and CAFTA. What about the 800,000 her husband recieved and the conflict there. What about the missing transcripts from the whitehouse. What about the donors to the Clinton Foundation. I could go on and on.

The DNC needs to end this now as if I was unsure before I am certain now that Hillary Clinton will NEVER get my vote.
Obama or nothing… If I wasnt BITTER before I am now… Tabloid reporting at its finest c/o ABC which I will now boycott. A written apology for not addressing real issues such as more on the housing issues healthcare the economy ect. anything would have been better than what the american people received..

Obama 08

U   April 17th, 2008 12:23 pm ET

History has a chance to be made because either a white woman or a black man could become the next president of the US. In a sense it is already a sign of change like when Jackie Robinson became the first black baseball player to play the major leagues with the white players.

Jackie Robinson became that first player because he represented all the right things : calm man, great player, looked honest and understood that what he would accomplish would leave a legacy for others to follow long after he is gone. But are Hillary Clinton or Barrack Obama have what it takes?

Let's see : Hillary Clinton has showned she is a dishonest person, a person who likes to get dirty, she makes up stories to win votes, a bad loser and does not seem to realize that all the mud slinging he is doing is very negative because it gives a terrible image of women and thus is a major setback for the advancement of women in society. She clearly is no Jackie Robinson and not the right woman for the job.

Let's see : Barrack Obama has showned that is a good man who gave a lot of is time to charity as a community organizer, he remains calm in the face of the vicious attacks directed at him. He seems very aware that by becoming the first black president is not only a oportunity and a challenge both also a great responsability because the big interests do not want him in the White house. He also remains graceful and compliments his rivals even if any regular joe would just want to curse at them. He clearly is a Jackie Robinson and the right man for the job.

I hope people in Pensylvania will see this and hopefully, CNN will show my comments on TV too.

Pure Amazement   April 17th, 2008 12:23 pm ET

CHERYL FOR HILLARY,

BE CAREFUL…. REMEMBER THE LAST PRESIDENTAL CANDIDATE THAT WAS HOPING FOR A MIRACLE…. IN CASE YOU DON'T REMEMBER, LET ME INTRODUCE YOU TO SENATE HUCKABEE! NOTICE HE DIDN'T GET THE REPUBLICAN NOMINATION WITH ALL HIS WISHING FOR A MIRACLE AND HE IS A RELIGIOUS MAN UNLIKE THE CANDIDATE YOU ARE SUPPORTING!

Joan   April 17th, 2008 12:24 pm ET

Headline should be "Obama-Clinton lead McCain in 'swing' states"

as Obama is the fronrunner.

I notice the subtle bias of CNN and other media outlets.

CNN = Clinton News Network?

Michael G- Ventura, CA   April 17th, 2008 12:25 pm ET

Hope these numbers glare at the Super Delegates…and I hope they were watching the so-called "debate" on ABC last night.
It is unfortunate that the commentators were more interested in tabloid tv than in the issues of the campaign.
The fact that Senator Clinton continues to stir that pot in a setting such as that should tell them that this is NOT what we want the Democratic message to be.
Senator Obama kept trying with dignity to get back to the issues- but the pile on continued.
He is the one for this time and brings true hope instead of fear.

Nick   April 17th, 2008 12:25 pm ET

Obama didn't move to Chicago because of Ayer underground. He happened to teach in the same school and sit in the same Wood foundation board.
Does that mean he is a criminal. If he is, then what we call George Bush and Dick Chiney, who have committed real crimes?

Go Obama!

White/female/age 55/Texan   April 17th, 2008 12:26 pm ET

Mark- what you call folding, I call taking the highroad. And Ana in LA. - of course she looks very "at ease and confident" as she takes the low road.

And another thing - why is she not wearing a flag pin on her lapel???
Talk about a double standard -

GOBAMA

Pure Amazement   April 17th, 2008 12:26 pm ET

Patrick from CA,
The scary thing is you know most of Hillary's dirt and you still support her…. I am sticking with the unknown…. I WILL TAKE MY CHANCES!

Paris   April 17th, 2008 12:26 pm ET

The pattern with Obama is undeniable.
He refused to say he will retaliate if Israel was attacked, this shows who he is.
Just look at the list of people he surround himself with, one more added to the list last night.
Now CNN please take a few pointers from ABC this is how you conduct a fair debate.
Thanks you ABC.

Janet   April 17th, 2008 12:27 pm ET

I understand completely why Jack Cafferty and others at CNN love Senator and Mrs Obama. What a beautiful, exotic, elegant couple.They are all hoping some of the gold dust will rub off on them. They are both articulate, educated, and are America's sweethearts along with their two cute daughters.

ILoveAmerica   April 17th, 2008 12:27 pm ET

Hillary said in the debate last night that she "hoped people would overlook" the fact that she fabricated a story about her bravery under sniper fire and repeated it several times.

Why should anyone overlook such a thing? It proves she is not ready to meet the most basic standards of honesty, even when addressing her own supporters.

Time is now   April 17th, 2008 12:27 pm ET

On the issues:

He will not consider an attack on Israel an attack on the US.. well then i don't want you leading ANY policy in the middle east.

He doesn't even know the MATH of his OWN "policy" because he copied it from somewhere else.

and for final record.. he can't hold up in a hard debate then he won't win the general. There's alot of ground to lose between August and November.

Hillary '08

Steve   April 17th, 2008 12:28 pm ET

Ana in L.A.

Clinton's answers were obviously written and rehearsed. Clearly the questions were provided by ABC ahead of the debate. She was never challenged, or asked a difficult question. Clinton will be shredded by the Republicans if she is the nominee.

At one time, I was a hugh fan of the Clintons. No more. Cannot stand to watch any of the Clintons on TV. Although I STRONGLY support Obama, I am a loyal democrat. I will hold my nose and vote for Clinton if she is the nominee. I will hate every minute of it, but I will do it for the Country. We cannot stand another term of Republican rule and policies.

OBAMA '08 or ANYONE BUT A REPUBLICAN

Rechi   April 17th, 2008 12:28 pm ET

Obama is not enough American to get my vote. I absoltely suspect his patriorism just like his pastor, Wright. Not to mention his wife who was never proud of America until her husband started to get more votes…

Cowboy Jack   April 17th, 2008 12:29 pm ET

I think the debate last night proved that Obama is unelectable, especially in PA and OH, which means he can't win the general, despite how big of a margin he wins blue states

Ramon Sison   April 17th, 2008 12:29 pm ET

whats the matter cnn can't handle the truth about obama and the cbc?

another blog dedicated to obama lovers sure you let a few stray posts in from Clinton supporters but not the ones with meat and teeth.

lol I won't be surprised if they post this but they chicken sh t d(obama'ed) out on the one I tried before this one

James, SC   April 17th, 2008 12:29 pm ET

Many people are saying that if Senator Obama gets the nomination that 20% of Senator Clinton supporters will move to the McCain camp. Well last time I counted, that still leaves all of Senator Obama's supporters plus around 80% of Senator Clinton's supporters for Senator Obama. Have any of you checked the total number of supporters on the democrat party side compared the the republicans?

Tomas   April 17th, 2008 12:29 pm ET

People, let the media, clinton and some republicants do what they do best. They're playing the game the way they were tought to, and they hope they'll change our minds by following their tatics. But let your voices, and your voting hands cites how long we can keep politics and the media their ways of self-interests. For years the've dictated this great country, and they know that our general gains is their lost of power. You decide if they should keep being winners while we stay loosers for many more years. Obama08

Lynn   April 17th, 2008 12:29 pm ET

John McCain doesn't wear a flag pin!!!

Key West Sun   April 17th, 2008 12:29 pm ET

Mighigan, Florida and Ohio,,,,,these are the one to realy look at.
Florida and Ohio will decide the next president, DNC needs to get them in the fold before t is to late.

Kathryn Irby - Metairie, LA   April 17th, 2008 12:31 pm ET

That's not news!!!!

Kel from Bham, AL   April 17th, 2008 12:32 pm ET

Obama's just taking the lead wherever. He's going all the way to the top. Voting for Obama is like getting the benefits of Clinton's stance on the issue without all of that fuss about lying. He has a better-looking profile, too.

Go "O"! Obama 08!

April in Texas   April 17th, 2008 12:32 pm ET

Linda who responded to me… I wanted answers which have yet to be given. Such as the CAFTA/NAFTA situation. The conflicts with the Clinton Camp and much more… This debate just reinforced my thoughts and decisions regarding Clinton. The mudslinging is childish and yes for the party I would have probably ended up voting anyway. The debate didnt just confirm my decision it sealed it in concrete.

Obama 08

Daniel Newman   April 17th, 2008 12:32 pm ET

This Republican has switched to Obama. I actually kind of like the guy because he reminds me of….myself. My wife's been telling me that along and now I understand why. He's brilliant.

CHERYL FOR HILLARY   April 17th, 2008 12:32 pm ET

OBAMA IS DONE!!!!!!!!!!

Deb   April 17th, 2008 12:34 pm ET

After watching the debate last night I will definitely vote for Hillary.

Obama will never have my vote-too inexperienced, too many questions regarding his "Friends" and Judgment.

We have way too much work to do if we are going to save this great nation of ours. Only Hillary or McCain have the experience and strength to get the job done.

I honestly fear with Obama at the helm we will be doomed for destruction-too many World leaders would take advantage of our weakness.

realist   April 17th, 2008 12:34 pm ET

Here in Europe and the rest of the world, people know that Obama will knock out Clinton first and later Mc..?, can't remember what you call him, if you give Obama equal treatment. Not only because we see him as the only intelligent politician over there, with 21 century vision, but also because we want you Americans to retake you shattered image, thanks to Bush, and regain your leadership. He's the only one who can do it. Otherwise, be prepared, China is coming. We want to be your friends again. Why are you so blind you don't get this. Try to tune other international media and get real. Your media are like your politicians. They are even worse. Corrupt ad pathetic!

Daniel M, El Paso, TX   April 17th, 2008 12:34 pm ET

And Hillary tried making the arguement that it was she who would be key in winning swing states? I disagreed then and this proves the fact.

HEIDI   April 17th, 2008 12:34 pm ET

I THINK THAT OBAMA WILL STILL ONLY LOSE TO HILLARY IN PA BY 4-6 POINTS, HE WILL WIN IN AND NC AND HE WILL SEE NO DROPPING IN HIS NATIONAL APPROVAL RATING.

HILLARY ON THE OTHER HAND JUST SUNK HERSELF AFTER THAT SO CALLED DEBATE LAST NIGHT ON ABC. WE HAVE TO TAKE BACK OUR MEDIA, WE HAVE ALLOWED THEM FAR TOO MUCH FREEDOM AND HAVE ALLOWED THEM TO PUT FAR TO MUCH SPIN ON THE BS AND NOT ENOUGH ON THE ISSUES THAT CURRENLTY PLAUGE OR COUNTRY.

Glen,   April 17th, 2008 12:34 pm ET

I suppose we can look forward to another Jimmy Carter in the White House. Arguably the worst US president ever, totally out of his depth and hasn't changed at all.

christine   April 17th, 2008 12:35 pm ET

its time those superdelegates start support obama i dont understand why they are waiting so long is it because he is black, or is it they also dont want to change how politics is done in washington they are used to there kind of politics of the back door deal so they are worried if they choose obama they wont be able to do there trade deals i think this is the problem with superdelegates they are worried about there own interest not the american people. thats why abc was so hard on one candidate remember george is a superdelegate

Europe   April 17th, 2008 12:36 pm ET

Greg in NY, very funny! Very, very funny!

The rest of you need to chill out. These people are not gods; they're not perfect. But McCain and Clinton are shooting themselves in the foot and Obama keeps his dignity in tact. You can't be all things to all people and I admire the man for sticking to his guns.

We're just curious here overseas whether the Americans will finally vote for what they say they stand for, or will they follow the McSames and Beverly Hillbillies like sheep led to the slaughter, the same as in 2004?

The WORLD wants Obama. Or do you not get that yet? He's the only one we see who carries the message and the makeover abilities required now: real leadership on a global scale. And those ignorants who are writing about terrorists and blah, blah, blah, haven't got a clue as they've been suffering from the Angst the Bush administration has been spoon-feeding them for 8 years. WAKE UP PEOPLE. Time to become the proud nation you tout yourselves to be.

Dennis   April 17th, 2008 12:37 pm ET

Of course they do because Americans are tired of the same old thing. Democrats will win this year, and Republicans will waste their money.

Obama 08

Mary In AL   April 17th, 2008 12:37 pm ET

Senator Obama is no punk. He is qualified, vetted, fired up and ready to go. Hillary needs to head on out to NY. I have two college degrees, work full time ,and I struggle to buy food and gas. I will only vote for Senator Obama. I would never cast my vote for a socio-pathic liar like clinton. If she is anywhere near the democratic ticket, I am out. I'm so happy I don't ever have to vote for her–Because I never will. The Bible speaks clearly about liars–he does not like lying at all. She has clearly lied repeatedly and the Bible also says - to speak well of your enemies. He said to bless and not curse. She has cursed, lied and gossiped. She has sown discord among the brethen. She has no fruit that of the spirit that even closely resembles a christian. She is unelectable.

Ken   April 17th, 2008 12:38 pm ET

Hillary should win the nomination and Obama should be her VP. She's the only one with a definate plan to get the US rolling again. Obama is a good speaker, but that's it. I've listened to him on TV and read about his ideas, but that is just it. They are ideas, not plans.
Hillary has been there, she knows how to get things done. Look at what she's done for New York.

dAnnE   April 17th, 2008 12:38 pm ET

If anyone is as unbais as they claim to be they would recognize that the debate last night was one of the worst. A good debate is not one sided, no matter how much we believe someone needs to be vetted. A good debate covers all sides of an issue and that is not what ABC did. I don't think Obama supporters are angry as there are many who saw the debate and witnessed 50 minutes of talk that will not change the economy, help with healthcare, deal with Iraq or close the education achievement gap in our country.

An Agnostic Democrat   April 17th, 2008 12:38 pm ET

Well, there goes all of Hillary's arguments to the superDs!!!
Is he electable? Yes! Yes! Yes! Her words, not mine. She was unwise to paint herself into this corner. Now the blue state argument is out the window, too.

carolflowery   April 17th, 2008 12:39 pm ET

you know, the funniest thing to me about the questions last about each candidate believing the other one could win in NOvember was,
well, hello, duh, can you imagine if one of them had said NO, LOLOLOLOLOLOLOLOL

After further review,Texas   April 17th, 2008 12:39 pm ET

BAYOU JOE?Can undocumented workers vote?

Rose from Chicago   April 17th, 2008 12:40 pm ET

ABC blew it! With 7weeks worth of credible questionjs that could have been asked last night, this is what they came up with???!!!

I thought it was "Let's pile on Mr. Obama and see what happens".

Not impressed…I'll stick with MSNBC and CNN.

Kenny   April 17th, 2008 12:41 pm ET

What no one seems to notice is the meaninglessness of this particular brand of "purple state poll." Most of the "purple states" have been won by the dems in the last two elections anyway. Only two of the states will probably matter, Ohio and Florida. So the fact that Clinton/Obama will win New Hampshire or Michigan by more than John Kerry did simply doesn't factor into who would be president. I would guess if you went back and averaged the actual margins of victory in the purple states in this way for 2004 it would be quite similar to what those polls show now.

All McCain has to do is hold serve. Win exactly what Bush won and he's the next pres. Score an upset in a 2004 Dem state that might be bitter their candidate wan't selected by the dems (might McCain steal Illinois if Obama gets screwed at the convention?, If Penn goes overwhelmingly for Clinton and Obama is the nominee might they run to McCain?) and he'll win in a walk.

Gal   April 17th, 2008 12:41 pm ET

Hmmm that would tell me that Mrs. Clinton is not as electable as Obama.

Ryan, MO   April 17th, 2008 12:41 pm ET

The Dems only need to run one ad this fall "Do you trust a member of the Keating 5 to run the country?"

PSU Gambit   April 17th, 2008 12:41 pm ET

It's so funny that is ok for Hillary to get the tough line of questioning, but it's not ok for Obama. He did poorly in the debate and definitely solidified if he is the democratic nominee, McCain will get my vote. He can't answer the tough questions, how is he going to make the tough calls.

kentucky   April 17th, 2008 12:41 pm ET

Obama complains about the tone of the questions in the Philly debate. Quit whining. If for some reason Obama is the nominee, the questions will be 10 times tougher than the ABC debate.
Obama is not entitled to anything. He must earn what he gets. Quit whining Obama!

Dylan   April 17th, 2008 12:41 pm ET

Well… so much for that "Obama is unelectable" argument, eh Clinton supporters?

It is abundantly clear that Sen. Obama is oh-so-much-more electable than Hillary Clinton. How anyone could look at these numbers and try to refute that is beyond me.

Marc, Tacoma Wash   April 17th, 2008 12:42 pm ET

This is the perfect time for Hillary to give up. I still want to know, who is the guy who was sitting on the board for Wallmart, along with Hillary and he said that Union Members are the lowest of human species. Lets see what Hillary have to say about that.

jone   April 17th, 2008 12:42 pm ET

There is a fundamental ideological difference between McCain and either of the democratic nominee. If you are a supporter of one of the democratic nominee, I don't see how you can support John McCain. You are supporting a person based on how old he is? McCain has gone back on everything he has said. I respected McCain as an individual who was not in line with mainstream republicans. However, during this campaign he has tried to modify his sayings, policies, and actions to match that of mainstream republicans. How can anyone support an individual who sells out his values so that he can get elected? What sort of candor or will does this individual have if he is flip-flopping like a banked fish?

Mary, OH   April 17th, 2008 12:42 pm ET

April you are right on the money. But Obama supporters have something that Hillary supporters will never have, an honest candidate. We can honestly say that our candidate has integrity, and good character. The win at any cost strategy will never win.

Hillary is crazy if she thinks she is going to steal my country. She and Bill can't lie their way to her nomination. It won't work and it won't happen.

Obama 08

Wise Choice   April 17th, 2008 12:42 pm ET

Fantastic. The chickens are are almost home to roost. Go Obama.

jay   April 17th, 2008 12:43 pm ET

Sen. Obama has Recieved two super delagates today. including one defecting from Sen. Clinton.

Mike from Westchester   April 17th, 2008 12:43 pm ET

Cheryl for Hillary:

The last candidate who majored in miracles was Huckabee. Hillary can commiserate with him after she tires of being rejected by the voters.

All the smear tactics and tag team debates are not going to prevent the nomination of the best person for the President.

Can he win? "Yes, Yes, Yes" he can! "Yes, Yes, Yes" he will!

Sophia   April 17th, 2008 12:44 pm ET

Everyone, you have a brain….CNN is offer their opinion not necessarily the facts! There are presential polling websites that have all the numbers by state…go read for yourself so you are an educated participant! eg. McCain beats Obama by 15points in FL while Clinton beats McCain by 1 point….Obama & Clinton beat McCain by 5 points in NJ.

Again, go read the numbers for yourself and stop being gullible to the media reporting & analysis. YOU OWE IT TO YOURSELF

JoAnne, IN   April 17th, 2008 12:44 pm ET

Dean had better grow a spine between now and August because he is in for the fight of his life. There will be political blood on the DNC's hands if Clinton scum is at the top of any ticket.

mama4obama   April 17th, 2008 12:44 pm ET

Hillary=fallen star

NickNas   April 17th, 2008 12:44 pm ET

So then Obama IS the stronger Candidate. You ClintonBots can Spin this ALL you want and you will just look ignorant and in denial.

Damian   April 17th, 2008 12:44 pm ET

If the debate focused on Penn and Bill Clinton's connections with free trade with Columbia; or followed up the Bosnia questions with the Ohio 'story'; or asked about the fact that Hillary supported Nafta (whether she secretly opposed or not) on behalf of her husband while first lady; or on the negative aspect of her campain (amazingly they tried to make Obama's campain look negative and failed); or on the fact that SHE was also not wearing a flag pin; or that in her health plan, if you can't afford insurance, then you'll be penalised as if it's a crime to be poor; or that she has the gall to call Obama elitist ingnoring the difference in their respective backgrounds and incomes (still hasn't released last year's returns BTW); or that the polls show that he has a better chance of winning than she does (though she admitted he is electable so out goes that argument) then there's no way she would have fared even close to how well Obama did when they spent most of the debate focused on him instead of the issues or on her…..I think Keith Olberman should be the moderator for the next debate just to even the score…..

Sue   April 17th, 2008 12:44 pm ET

Go Barack, Go! Your nation is with you!

uchujin   April 17th, 2008 12:44 pm ET

Any of you yahoos that think any Democratic ticket that has HRC on it is a good/winning ticket are delusional. If she is anywhere near the ticket the anti-hillary vote will come out of the woodwork like cockroaches in a dark room and disappear just as quickly after her defeat. Please don't even joke about a joint ticket with her on it. It isn't funny anymore.

Finally Decided   April 17th, 2008 12:45 pm ET

Is Obama electable?????

I used to believe Hillary when she said Obama was not electable.

What happened last night with her screaming YES! YES! YES!
A single YES! would have done it. Her Superdelegates should be offended for she mispoke again!

Gale   April 17th, 2008 12:45 pm ET

I am so confused as who to choose as the nominee! Now I know how some of the superdelegates feel.

The polls are just snapshots. They can change by November. The Media does not help depending on which one you go to they will spin the story to help their canidate of choice.

The debates are not useful because thier platforms are too similiar. I will not vote Republican because they are not intouch with people who make less than 200 000. Being a female I would prefer a female president but Hillary is too scary especially with her Bosnia lie. How can we trust what she says when she visits Iraq or Afganistan?

Once emotions are taken out of politics and the facts are looked at Obama looks like the best canidate for President.. Obama 08 !?!?

Jan   April 17th, 2008 12:45 pm ET

PLease do not get upset, Obamabots, Your candidate is ahead because of media bias to Hilary from other sources. Hilary did say she would support him if he is the nominee–because she cares about all of you and her country which she has given much of her life to.
You people looking for handouts from us working people should remember the words from a past leader who shared the same ideals. "ask not what your country can do for you, but ask what you can do for your country". I do not yet know what Barrack has done for his country-but, I do know the Clintons have given much! PS if you are too young to remember the orator of those words, it was JFK and I truly believe they were original–not plagerized.

Marc, Tacoma Wash   April 17th, 2008 12:46 pm ET

Deb, you have been on saying the same thing. Before you judge, ask Bill why did he ask Penn to lobby congress for Colombia after he received 800,000 dollars. Ask Hillary, about when she was on the board for Wallmart and a member said that Union Members are the lowest of human species. I guess you must also feel that way Deb. Ask some real serious questions. Ask Hillary in 95, why did she say to Bill Clinton to forget the Southern White Boys since they have done nothing for Bill. And she wants to be President. How come she can budget this economy, yet she is in debt with her campaign. Wow, I think she will save our economy………………..NOT!

peace   April 17th, 2008 12:46 pm ET

Regarding the debate last night, Hillary did "appear" stronger as she was very adept at telling us everything we want to hear. As the commentators pointed out, she won't be able to deliver and we all know that she has a tendency to forget and misspeak. I think it was good for Obama to go through what he did last night as it will make him stronger for the fall.

The bottom line is that in order for America to get better each of us have to stand up and reject tabloid journalism and negative campaigning. As long as we fall for the negativity and fear rather than focusing on the issues, we will always end up with presidents like Bush and people getting poorer. Let's reject all media influence and show them that we are bright enough to make up our own minds. They only give us what they think we want and obviously they think we all want jerry springer politics.

This country has shown its resiliency throughout its history and I believe we can overcome the life-threatening issues that are facing us if we all get involved.

Regarding McCain, it is easy to look good when you have no competition. Given he flip flops his stands so much, I'm not sure what he stands for. This is something each of us needs to research before we vote for him out of vengence because our candidate did not get nominated. Remember this is how George Bush got elected - fear and negativity as the Republican Party really does not have any platforms except making the rich richer, but they manage to get the rest of us involved by appealing to our fear and narrow-mindedness.

Some of you have been very negative about the new and young voters, why don't you as "experienced" voters show others how to evaluate candidates in the best interest of the country! As the Bible says, before you speak negatively about your neighbor, get the plank out of your own eye!

merle 7   April 17th, 2008 12:46 pm ET

Why are people so angry about the debate? democrats don't care about the issues any way. They care about these personal issues more ,simply because McCain is ahead in the national polls confirms this. This could be a democratic year ,but because of personal likes and dislikes of Dem candidates we are willing to through it away. The republicans have run this nation in the groud with all its abuse of power in the oval office. Americans should definately no time soon or maybe even ever want to elect another republican. But because voters vote on emotions rather than what really matters the dems always lose,so sad for america.

Joe   April 17th, 2008 12:46 pm ET

Deb, I suggest you get over your fears. You were never going to vote for Obama anyway. I think you have been listening to your candidate too long.

wolfsbane   April 17th, 2008 12:46 pm ET

Do not try it, CNN.

The idea of a joint ticket, a Clinton-Obama with Clinton on top no less, is repugnant.

There will be no Clinton on the presidential ticket.

Obama 08!

Rose   April 17th, 2008 12:46 pm ET

Obviously, last night Hillary said not just once, not twice, but THREE times that "YES, YES, YES, Obama will win"

Or maybe she was under the influence of "Crown Royal" or was still trying to recall memories of the Bosnia trip and sniper fire….or I just "misspoke…"

I am sure if Hellary gets the nomination, Joe Lieberman will be the next "Secretary of State"…and where will the white house be relocated?….

Brian   April 17th, 2008 12:46 pm ET

Why are you Obamamaniacs so blinded by this young punk?

Oh I know!!!!!

You don't know anything about this man. Do you?

Rezko, Writgt, Ayres, Farrakhan, etc..

Who's next?

(Come out come out whoever you are… ;)

Hilary '08

_______________________________________________
Typical HRC supporter trying to Scare the people. He doesn't even make it known that his opinion was paid for by Colombians for Free trade.

Marty   April 17th, 2008 12:47 pm ET

LOL, Hillary is a scank and a loser. This will all be over soon, thank God.

linda   April 17th, 2008 12:47 pm ET

Let's see : Hillary Clinton has showned she is a honest person, a person who likes to get things done for the good of the country, she works very hard to win votes, Unlike obama, who is a bad loser and does not seem to realize that all the mud slinging he is doing is very negative because it gives a terrible image of the men and thus is a major setback for the advancement of men in society. She clearly is another Jackie Robinson and is the right woman for the job.

.Hillary 08

Sharon Minnesota   April 17th, 2008 12:48 pm ET

No matter what, no vote for OBAMA here!

Marc, Tacoma Wash   April 17th, 2008 12:48 pm ET

Cheryl for Hillary, you again? You just don't quit. I just brought up some real issues and I would like to see you answer them. I bet you there is no way you can. Join the Obama train Cheryl. Don't join the racist train.

Elizabeth, Canada   April 17th, 2008 12:49 pm ET

If Hillary steals the election, or McCain gets in, it will be too bad for America. The world has watched you botch things up pretty bad over the last eight years with G. Bush. You have lost your standing in our eyes. What's four more years of a poor image.

Barack is your only hope.

Sue   April 17th, 2008 12:51 pm ET

Cheryl, You were sked nicely to stop yelling at evrybody, not to mention the fact that you take up so many lines people don't get to respond. Support your candidate, but dear God be a lady about it!

Tony   April 17th, 2008 12:51 pm ET

Now Clintonians "WHO'S MORE ELECTABLE?"

Sue   April 17th, 2008 12:51 pm ET

One more idiot sent to the White House, won't matter. I'm sure Killary and McSame will continue to botch things up, and lie about it.

dAnnE   April 17th, 2008 12:52 pm ET

A lot of people are worried about Obama's "friends" and I find that very amusing. The way some of you come off as so bias, discriminatory, irrational and angry, I would like to know who your friends are so I can blame them for your actions (since we are so repsonsible for the craziness of others these days).

emmaAtlanta   April 17th, 2008 12:52 pm ET

Rezko, Farrakhan, Ayres, Wright and the list goes on and on. The only thing I am currently doing is to pray for the 'Witches of Obama' to clear from peoples' eyes before Tuesday, April 22. It is not a mere say. Miracles happen and I know God answers prayers. Hillary will win big!

Jon, Pittsburgh, PA   April 17th, 2008 12:52 pm ET

Obama's biggest problem is his supporters. They have shown themselves time and again to be very rude and obnoxious. They bullied their ways to win in the Caucus states. They make very strong and ugly remarks about Clinton that are, for the most part, baseless. As a result, he will have a very hard time converting Clinton supporters to his cause - fellow Democrats or not. I know many that are adament that they will not vote for him in the general no matter what.

rabblerouser   April 17th, 2008 12:52 pm ET

If anyone thinks that Obama "won" the debate last night, then you are dumb with a capital D. Obama was his usual vague self, and esp. on the question of Iran and Israel seemed (as usual) to want things both ways. This is how he has been all along and it probably comes from him being new to politics. He certainly comes across as wishy-washy which is why alot of people like him - he's not as threatening as Hillary is. But do we want a wishy-washy President?

He can chant all he wants about wanting to change the old politics in Washington, but can he?

It's too bad his pride goes before his fall. If he were really a smart man, he'd take the VP position to Hillary's Presidential nominee and spend the next 4 years learning. But his arrogance is amazing - he probably feels he has nothing to learn. Too bad for him and for the Dems.

Mitch, NY   April 17th, 2008 12:53 pm ET

We want higher gas prices, forclosures, a housing fiasco, torture, VP who say so, when asked about the American people, oh and wire tapping. In fact, there's no difference in our country and Russia.

Thanks Republicans for the worst 7 years of my life.

Clayton   April 17th, 2008 12:54 pm ET

Since we are breaking skeleton's out of the closet
how about hclinton's affiliation with whitewater and that scam
guess all of clinton's supporters don't want to remember that
the clinton's are on a power trip and they will say anything and do
anything to get back into the white house and use of the presidential plane
so she can travel to those 80 countires with her family again at our expense and dodge bullets.
The clinton's will do nothing for hispanics go Obamma go.

Real people for real man.   April 17th, 2008 12:54 pm ET

I can't believe that some people want Hillary to take credit for her husband era, but not take criticism for the bad dids.

Her 35 years of experience was not discussed by ABC last night, they focus on Obama relationship with fellow Americans whom did wrong or made wrong comments in the past.
Hillary escaped harsh questions about her corrupt deal with Paul, Columbia trade deal, NFTA, WAl-MART relationship with a man who was also very negative to America people.

The bottom point is if she takes credit for all the good stuff her husband did, she should also take responsibility for the the wrong act of her husband. Without Bill Clinton Hillary has no chance .

Sure Obama will beat Mccain if Hillary will agree to step aside, but Hillary will run as a Republican or Indep..come 2012.

MD   April 17th, 2008 12:55 pm ET

None of this matters to Hillary. She is in this for the money now. If she quits now, she cannot "steal" money from people any more. So let's all "chill" yntil June rolls around, and at that point, I hope we never see the Clintons ever again.

vince - Phoenix   April 17th, 2008 12:56 pm ET

So… the "plan" was to re-hash EVERY squabble from the last month? but….. 90/10 pressing Obama to Clinton.

no question on Penn?

no question on Bill and Columbia?

No question regarding conflict of interest of a spouse taking $800,000 to peddle a trade agreement that HIS WIFE may one day have the power to sign into law?

REALLY???? ALL of you Hillary supporters IGNORING the one-sidedness because it favored YOUR CANDIDATE (by linking Obama with "unsafe" blacks… ((cause, u know… all those blacks — they stick together, right))) so we get questions on this.. and freaking flag pins..

IS THIS "REALLY" HOW YOU WANT TO WIN???? (which is STILL impossible, by the way… ;)

(please not… hillary NEEEVER missed an opportunity to slip a jab in while Obama REFUSED to go after her on anything but issues.

TWO wars raging, the economy in the dumper, people losing their jobs and homes, $4/gal gas, corporate price gouging, energy bills, bankruptcy bills, Bin-laden still free… and the constitution SPAT on for 7 years……

BUT SEAN HANNITY wants to know about Obama's relationship with a University of Illinois Professor and Board member of a philanthropic organization….. (and oh yeah…. 40 YRS AGO…..when Obama was EIGHT… WAS A BLACK MILITANT!!!!!)

America lost last night……… AMERICA lost……… again!

But you don't care… and HANNITY doesn't care… so long as "Obama" doesn't win….

SO,IT'S OK FOR "AMERICA" to lose…. so long as OBAMA doesn't WIN!

I AM ASHAMED OF MY COUNTRY TODAY……..!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

(and hell no, I ain't leavin… YOU leave… then maybe we can be America again)

linda   April 17th, 2008 12:56 pm ET

Marty April 17th, 2008 12:47 pm ET

LOL, Hillary is a scank and a loser. This will all be over soon, thank God.

CNN you put this trash on about a United State Sen. Atleat Sen Clinton should recieve just alittle respect for the office she holds.

LifeLongDemocrat   April 17th, 2008 12:56 pm ET

Marc, those of us who support HIllary do so because she is the more qualified NOT because we are racists…get over that, it's so yesterday!

You are all just angry because the media-coddled Obama finally had to face some hard questions.

Wait til the Republicans get started on either candidate. Hillary is not thin-skinned like Obama and she can take on the challenges that will be thrown her way.

Hillary 08/12…………………………………………!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Mike from Westchester   April 17th, 2008 12:56 pm ET

Ted:

The only poll taken in Ohio this month that I could find is Rasmussen, which shows McCain beating HRC by 5 and Obama by 7. The difference is within the sampling error.

Perhaps you are taking your own polls at the Clinton headquarters, you know, the place where they find random people for street interviews for negative TV ads.

What poll were you referring to and when was it taken?

rk   April 17th, 2008 12:56 pm ET

"Greg, NY April 17th, 2008 11:53 am ET

I'm going to start spraying some Obama on my pans in the morning before I cook breakfast because NOTHING sticks to him!"

That was really funny.

Democratic Supporter   April 17th, 2008 12:57 pm ET

I am voting for Barak Obama - why? b/c HRC just showed me how egotiscal she can be. She is the elitist. She thinks that she should be the Democratic Nominee b/c her husband was President. And yes, I was going to vote for her at one time, but she has really showed me that winning at all cost is like selling your soul to the devil.

We know she isn't clinging to her religion.

linda   April 17th, 2008 12:57 pm ET

Let's see : Hillary Clinton has showned she is a honest person, a person who likes to get things done for the good of the country, she works very hard to win votes, Unlike obama, who is a bad loser and does not seem to realize that all the mud slinging he is doing is very negative because it gives a terrible image of the men and thus is a major setback for the advancement of men in society. She clearly is another Jackie Robinson and is the right woman for the job.

JD, Pittsburgh, PA   April 17th, 2008 12:57 pm ET

The Democrats have boxed themselves in. The failure of Howard Dean and the DNC to effectively deal with Florida and Michigan with the resulting decision resting now with super delegates has created a huge division among Democrats. The daily and weekly uncovering of warts for both democratic contenders has and will continue to build a game plan for Republicans to successfully hold on to the White House. You can say all you want about the democrats coming together once a nominee is decided upon but it just won't happen to the degree it needs to now. Sure, there will be some unity but there will be enough bitterness out there to ensure that a large and significant number of democratic voters will either not vote or they will vote Republican. The Democrats have forced themselves into a situation where they can only win with a Clinton/Obama or Obama/Clinton ticket. It's not the best ticket but it's the only ticket that can win now.

The Dude   April 17th, 2008 12:57 pm ET

Go Democrats!

ANYBODY BUT MCCAIN '08!

***AMERICAN***   April 17th, 2008 12:57 pm ET

Why so much hate and name calling?

Isn't the end goal what is best for the country?

A divided party will not stand in November but crumble under it's own weight.

People stop the insanity.

Stand as one or fall as many.

The choice is up to you.

Make it count!

Please post, we need this to end.

Farrell, Houston, Tx   April 17th, 2008 12:57 pm ET

Marc in Tacoma Wash, always remember each one of us has a responsibility as part of the human race such as forgive and love one another regardless of what are differences may be. Cheryl just needs to be a little more sensitive when speaking about "ALL GODS CHILDREN", white, black, or yellow and trust me that would make one love themselves a lot more.

Charles   April 17th, 2008 12:57 pm ET

Se. Clinton was much more knowledgeable on all subjects during the debate, and she correctly pointed out deficiencies in Sen Obama.
Sen.Obama seemed flustered throughout especially on the economy
when he had to go beyond the phrase payroll cap. Obviously he was not prepared, hence his inexperience showed glaringly.
It's Sen. Clinton, superdelegates

Liberty   April 17th, 2008 12:58 pm ET

African-Americans won't come out and vote for Hillary Clinton if the superdelegates crown her as the nominee- especially after her desperate attempts to exploit racial tensions.

She has no chance of winning without a large black turnout. Pure and simple.

Bitter Young Female   April 17th, 2008 12:59 pm ET

Anyone who claimes to be a democratic and is willing to vote for McCain is going to regret this and end up with another four years of George Bush's policies….END of Story

Bitter - New Orleans, LA   April 17th, 2008 1:00 pm ET

If you're a republican voting for Obama, then you are not truly a republican. The man's platform is the exact opposite of what republicans stand for.

Obama has no substance. None. He has great and glorious plans to fix America, but can't tell you HOW he's going to do it, because he has absolutely no clue of how to go about it. He'll unite the parties? He's voted along party lines 100% when he manages to vote at all.

He's a huge fraud people. He's riding a wave of hype. As soon as he enters a REAL debate and goes up against the republicans, you'll see that his 'talk' is just that….'talk'

- Bitter

SayNoToHillaryBillaryCheslaryClintrous   April 17th, 2008 1:01 pm ET

This proves my point time to go home Hillary. Let the new King do his work. I salute President Barack Obama.

Let Freedom Ring   April 17th, 2008 1:01 pm ET

Greg in NY said above that he wants to spray some Obama on his pans because NOTHING sticks to him…

You're right, Greg. None of the greasy crud that Hillary Clinton cooks up sticks to Obama, thank God. So go ahead and spray him on your pans. He'll probably give your food more flavor, too.

Mack   April 17th, 2008 1:01 pm ET

Hillary is beating McCain in the states that matter in the General Election, the blue states. The red states that Obama is leading is usually won by Republicans anyway.

The Pain Train   April 17th, 2008 1:01 pm ET

Cheryl::::::::

Since you major in miracles, doesn't that mean that you are relying fully on HOPE!!

You are Hoping for a Miracle!!! Remember, Former President Clinton said, "that the hope campaign was the biggest fairy tale EVER".

Now I ask you, is Hiliary's chances just a dream?

Tim in Canada   April 17th, 2008 1:02 pm ET

I think that Hillary did drop out of the race a while back, she is just helping to immunize Obama against the GOP.

Joshua   April 17th, 2008 1:02 pm ET

U, Johnson and brain.

Where to begin. You Obama fans (and I call you fans because you mindlessly root for him like crazed teenage girls root for their favorite American Idol) have no clue as to how the other side feels about Obama. I am an independent, and naturally I support McCain because he has shown the most willingness to work with others from both parties, and takes the most reasonable and middle-of-the-road stances on many important issues. U, you comparison of Obama to Jackie Robinson is the most comical. Comparing an ultra-liberal, pompous, closet Racist Obama in his Presidential race to Jackie Robinson is an disingenous affront to Civil Rights gains. His comical speeches on race interactions (after 20 years of Racist Wright) and "moral stands" for the rights of homosexuals, the less fortunate (which I belong to,) are only more hypocritical because his extermist views on denying Human Life rights.

Grow up, Obama is a smooth talker tickling your ears with what you want to hear. And guess what, hes made as many opponents on the other side as he has supporters, and he won't achieve most of what hes promising (which he probably knows and is too dishonest to admit.)

Go McCain 08, the only one with any military and legitimate lawmaking experience to lead us to consensus on Iraq, the Economy, taxes etc. He is the only one who has a chance to unite any significant part of our population.

random comment   April 17th, 2008 1:02 pm ET

I can't believe ABC let Stephanopoulos, a former Clinton White House staffer, moderate the debate. Even with Gibson there. That's a big blunder for a major network. Even if no bias was intended it slants the event towards Clinton.

ABC failed.

nader   April 17th, 2008 1:03 pm ET

LAST NIGHT DEBATE WAS NOTHING BUT THE AMBUSHED FROM GOERGE, GIBSON AND HILLARY. THIS WAS COOKED BETWEEN THEM. I AM SURE HILLARY WAS INFORMED ABOUT THE QUESTIONS BEFORE HAND. THERE WERE PLENTY IMPORTANT MATTERS TO DISCUSSED BUT THESE TWO DECIDED TO THROW HILLARY KITCHEN SINK ON OBAMA. BUT HE DID VERY GOOD JOB. IT IS HELPING HIM TO PREPARE FOR GENERAL ELECTION. I AM SURE GOERGE IS BEHIND THIS DIRTY AMBUSH AGAINST OBAMA. WE ALL KNOW GOERGE IS THE SUPPORTER OF CLINTONS. IT'S SAD MANAGEMENT OF ABC NEWS LET GOERGE TO DO THIS KIND OF STUFF ON NATIONAL TELEVISION. AUDIANCE ARE NOT LITTLE KIDS AND STUPID.THAT'S WRONG WITH THE CLINTONS THAT THEY THINK AMERICAN PEOPLE IS STUPID AND THEY CAN SAY ANYTHING THEY WANTS. SHAME ON GOERGE AND GIBSON

simon   April 17th, 2008 1:03 pm ET

Polls have been proven to be inaccurate and inconsistent time after time. Remember California before Super Tuesday, Ohio and Texas? Stop the distraction and let see how people really vote.

Terry Frakes   April 17th, 2008 1:04 pm ET

Amazing, i had doubts about either candidate until last nights debate. I have never seen Obama seem so nervous and under pressure when asked about Wright and the underworld guy. He said he is getting blamed for knowing a guy that did something 40 years ago, but that was a lie, he was at his house at the beginning of his political run. He is hiding so much and last night definetely made me swing towards Hillary. To think i almost didnt watch the debate and vote for this guy. Watching Hillary last night, gave me enough to swing my vote to Hillary. Thanks ABC for the debate. Great honest and fair questions. Now find out what Obama is really hiding on all of his corrupt politics.

Joshua   April 17th, 2008 1:05 pm ET

Hey CNN, here is a suggestion, why don't you NOT censor my comment this time. Do you want to limit the convo to Clinton and Obama fans.

Honestlady