god forbid he would answer any question that hasn't been scripted for him. He is such a fraud!

Can anyone blame him for avoiding the media? It's the media that has turned this primary season into a circus. This has been nothing short of a mud-slinging, he-said/she-said, trash-talking slander fest. And most of it is because of the way the candidates word have been interpreted by the media. I imagine there won't be any pulitzer prizes anytime in the near future. Investigative journalism has become tabloid journalism.

That sound you hear is the sound of a chicken coming home to roost. Stamp my foot. Turn and pout. Flip a finger. Wag it all about. But never ever forget how to talk out of both sides of your mouth. Pathetic.

He probably doesn't want to put his foot in his mouth again…to close to the primary.
he's not good at answering questions, he just llikes to memorize speeches. what a joke.

HILLARY 08

Reading the responses by the readers over the past few days, I see an OVERWHELMING support for Obama. I, too, support Obama and have dug into my wallet 3 times to prove it. It seems what America is saying is "we're not gonna take it anymore!" We deserve a new option, and that option has made itself available through Obama.

We don't expect perfection or miracles, we expect to have a say in how our government works. We expect accountability. We expect our Senators, Representatives, and even our President to be looking out for AMERICA FIRST, everyone else second.

Americans are notorious for their generosity the world over, but with the country in its current state of disgrace, we can barely feed & house ourselves. We will lose our reputation as a generous donor because of the corruption of government over the past 20 years.

So now we shout CHANGE. Now we demand change.

Gee, Tony Snow must be writing this fluff. I just heard an interview with him a few minutes ago.

considering how invested the media's been in HRC's campaign, why would he consort with the enemy?

OBAMA TALKS ABOUT FUTURE HOPE AND HE IS NOT READY FOR THE PRESS NOW !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Give the guy a break he is campaigning, like community organizers do, they work until the last call has been made, the last door has been knocked on, and the last hand has been shaken—you people make a big deal out of cornflakes, geez!!!!

I'd avoid them too… everytime he opens his mouth he losses a point in the polls…

People are seeing the total and complete hypocracy that is Obama!

NOBAMA - NO WAY

Mr. Obamas avoidance of the media gives confort to our thought that we are in the presence of the 21st., century's GREAT IMPOSTOR

Could it be the same old politics of Washington in ducking press questions?

Oops, forgot Barack Obambi was the new face of Washington.

If I were a candidate, I would grant only interviews to recognized serious analysts and not to reporters, which are only interested in scandal, rumors and in saw discord between candidates.

Having enough money available, I would convey my message by
paid programs or publications

TOM

Obama appear to be one who will get aggravated easily.

Also, he was so negative to the good people of Pennsylvania. We do not need a president who insults the people.

Now Strongely for Hillary Clinton

Boy, you'd think Obama had stood them up for a date to the prom. What a bunch of whiners.

Maybe you guys in the media would get more respect from Obama (and Clinton, for that matter) if you weren't such a bunch of shallow, insipid, know-nothings.

Why aren't out running down real stories. Like the Pentagon's use of bought and paid for military analysts to manipulate media coverage of the war.

Oh, I forgot. That would make you look dumber than you already do.

Because everytime he opens his mouth he says something stupid. He is hiding out he doesnt like answering any hard questions, he likes to stick to his script. I think people are starting to see the true Obama!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Can you Blame the man?? When the press prints every lie that comes out of Hillarys mouth and never investigate them first.

When The press has refused to do thier job and REPORT the NEWS that comes out on Hillary almost DAILY!

I personally wouldn't speak to another reporter until one grew a pair and had the GUTS to report the truth about Hillary and not let her LAUGH OFF their questions.

The 'MEDIA' is looking for something to 'TWIST' in the final hours before the primary!
Yea Media how you like that for the Bias Coverage!
Don't complain now it's because of all your Bias Coverage Sen. Obama has to now untwist what you guys twisted!
Not to mention that pathetic debate on Wed that took 45 min to get to an important issue!
Smart move Sen. Obama! We see tha game the media is playing. Look at how many photos of Hillary they have on here today its disgusting!
We will win Pa and most definately you will win NC!
BaROCK!

What is Barack Obama acting like he's the almighty? Is he afraid that he might say something that will blow up in his face before super tuesday. Who does he think he's fooling? Go Hillary! The toughest candidate running in the ticket.

Wow!!!!! Obama is afraid of the media. I guess he is afraid that he is going to say something stupid. Clinton is always available because she is not afraid. If you cant stand the heat Obama, get out of the kitchen.

Hillary 08′ baby!!!!!

Who cares. Stop whining. You've got plenty of fodder. Just open your ears at the events you are supposed to cover and think for yourselves. Is it possible that you don't really need to be spoonfed in order to produce 10 inches of copy? Stop using Clinton's words to characterize what Obama is doing and saying. That would be a refreshing break for all of us.

It seems like the media's primary intent is to prolong the race, increasing their attention (and earnings) at the expense of the nation's future. Obama is smart not to trust them at this time.

He is trying to get votes……. He should NOT be wasting his time with the media. The media is just trying to cause Barack and Hillary to FIGHT over something stupid!
Obama/Edwards08 Si Se Puede

Please! Obama is taking questions from reporters. He is all over the local news.

Alot of chicken movement is occurring from Obama. If he can't deal with tough questions now, do you think that Obama can handle those same questions as PRESIDENT or even the Nominee for the Democrats.

Obama flip-flop that's why he want to aviods the media. Oh…..I think he want to talk to John Kerry first talk to the media. Go away William Ayers and Obama.

Is this the behavior we should expect from a man who says he's ready to lead the greatest nation in the world? I don't think so. If Senator Obama isn't willing to face the press, how's he ever going to be able to face adverserial leaders?

This convinces me even further that Senator Obama is not yet ready to be President.

I say good for him! The media has shown their distaste for the African American People and are seemingly so afraid that this black man just might win this election, now they are trying to drag him in dirt, doodoo and anything they can to make Senator Clinton win the Primary so that McCain can beat the mess out of her. She is a BIG LIER and does not care how she wins even if it takes the Democratic Party down and the people of the United States and McCain is the same way. After all she herself said that she and McCain are very good friends.

Give me a break! Barak will win and even tho I am white I am happy that it will happen.

Rochelle
Redan, GA

Obama flip-flop that's why he want to aviods the media. Oh…..I think he want to talk to John Kerry first before talk to the media. Go away William Ayers and Obama.

I'm so glad that CNN starts reporting news that don't favor Obama.

does he plan to be a dictator? … he is so full of himself!!!

Hillary '08

Hey… it works for Chelsea Clinton, so why not for Sen. Obama. Chelsea''s out their stumping for Hillary just like Bill and the rest of her surrogates, yet the press has always been off limits. She NEVER has to answer ANY questions from the press.

Considering the horrible job ABC did with that so-called debate, and the ever-evolving media spin and hype, it would probably be a good idea if mainstream media just stayed the flock out of the campaigns altogether.

Gee, even George W Bush didn't start hiding from the press until AFTER the general election.

So much for bringing back transparency to politics…

He's avoiding the media because the media is on a witchhunt. They are desperate to twist some more of his words up. It's amusing that the media bashes him unmercifully, then wonders why he doesn't want to talk. Just mind-boggling.

He's so scared to his own Ghost….

Is he affraid to say something that is in the closet right now?

I am sure he is not "avoiding" the media; however, I am amazed that he has given the media as much time as he has. It's a shame how brutal and actually cruel you guys can be. You literally "murder" whomever you do not like or agree with. You are supposed to report the facts and NOT give your opinions or try to speak for "the American People". Lou Dobbs is the worst when it comes to this. Although I watch, I really dread doing so because its so much work to have to sift between the real facts LESS the opinions and comments you guys make. Thank God for a sound mind!

I live in a small town pennsylvania and our local news paper said they will stop publishing readers letters on election a week before the primary . And since then they had coloumists writing attacking OBAMA daily. And front page with clintons pictures for last three days. I am going to stop buying this news paper. We will not tolerate biased media.

OBAMA has to talk to people. Not the media all the time. He doesnt have the name recognition like clintons. And media twist his words.

Bitter middle age woman for OBAMA in a small town PA

Let's not forget Obama's going to be on the Daily Show tonight. Sorry, professional journalists, Jon Stewart is better than you.

ANYONE BUT MCCAIN '08!

Obama is one arrogant guy.

WAIT AND SEE HIM RUN FROM DIGNITARIES, WHEN HE MEETS WITH IRAN

Kathy's got it right - he needs someone to tell him what to say! Or he needs to know ahead of time what the questions will be to make sure he gives the right answer. Sounds like George W to me. Please let's not get another naive person with no common sense in the white house.

GO HILLARY GO

Rise Hillary Rise

Its about time someone plays some jokes on the media, they deserve it. They look for anything to twist. I love the fact they have the media waiting in a room and then say the jokes on you jack. The media deserves it throw back at them for a change… Obama 08

The media can not twist Obama's words if the words he speak are the truth. Obama is avoiding the press because he knows he will be asked why he supported handgun control in 96, then lied about it Wednesday, they will ask him why he claimed to not have a relationship with Ayers, even though Ayers held Obama's kick-off campaign party for the state Senate in his home, or they might ask him to explain his really bad performance on policy issues in last week's debate.

PA voters should look at all this and then cast a vote for the most experianced person that will make change in Washington and this country. That is Hillary Clinton. She will be the stronger candidate in Novemeber. PA voters need to consider who can really win the White House back. Obama is unknown and has many questions surrounding him, he refuses to answer. The republicans will make him answer. Vote Clinton.

The travelling media does not deserve to get any more time with Obama than they already have.

If they did their job at REPORTING THE NEWS, as opposed to MAKING THE NEWS, perhaps they'd get more time.

As Obama told the media at his speech to the AP a few days back, "You feed on controversy. You feed on conflict."

The media may be bitter about being ignored by the next President of the USA, but they have brought this upon themselves.

Its about time someone plays some jokes on the media, they deserve it. They look for anything to twist. I love the fact they have the media waiting in a room and then say the jokes on you jack. The media deserves it throw back at them for a change… Obama 08

I totally agree with Kathy's comments. Obama is an empty suit, with soaring rhetoric that he prefers to recite at rallys before his adoring fans who let him go unchallenged . Every time he tries to answer questions about substantive policy — and do so unscripted — he reveals his total lack of readiness to run this country.

This game has worked for him thus far, but it's going to hurt all of us in the end. How much longer is he going to hide behind speeches and fluff interviews? I am beyond tired of these sorts of tactics.

Just say no to Obama.

Nice job Barack! That's the way to NOT give the media anything that they could possibly twist. Don't want to get their panties in a knot.

Because Obama knows they will expose him as the fraud he really is….

Hillary's right " If you can't stand the heat stay out of the kitchen!"

The press wants an interview and there not gettin it, boo hoo…cry me a river.

He's like Apollo Creed shouting "No rematch, no rematch!" after his bout with Rocky Balboa.

He could be hiding to avoid questions about his participation in the Million Man March, Ayers and Rev Wright who after his sermons about white people will be living in a 10,000 sq ft home on a golf course surrounded by predominately white people. He has an underlying agenda for the African American people against the white people. That is what we should be wary of. Read Michele's thesis, listen to his speeches at the million Man March and with Ayers. Wake up America.

Obama's response to clinton's bin laden ad was weak.

this is what he should say….

In times of trial and peril. the bedrock of american strength lies in our founding principles, in our constitution, bill of rights, declaration of independence.

What we need in a president is one who will protect our constitution, keep our country united in times of peril and relentless pursue our true enemies without the distraction of partisan bickering, or kowtowing to special interests. We need a president who serves no party but the american people…

It's a stressful time people, 15 months of hard campaigning against THE CLINTONS can take its toll.I know i'm sick of the whole thing!

This is for Kathy

The True Obama is a good decent man- Unlike McCain or Hillary. He does not use fear tactics- Bin Ladin TV add or Lies. He does have a family which he truly cares about and after working tirelessly to rally support he need to rest up– He does not short change people– JUST the Press (which is completely incompetent)– who do not care about Iraq, healthcare or US economy but- "Bitter", she said === he said.

So be at peace and may the Best MAN win–

The more people see the true Obama the more they like him. Big mistake not meeting with the press. McCain has a lot of good will stored up because he has been available to the press for 8 years. Let's not take our eye off of the real goal.

OK - First of all —-

It's biased coverage. "BIASED" with an -ed, which turns the noun into an adjective.

Secondly —

"Biased coverage" is not a proper noun. So there is no need for the capital letters, except for the capital "B" in my sentence above because it is the first word of the sentence.

I thought Obama's people were the ones with educations.

and may the best woman win…

AT LEAST HE IS SPEAKING TO THE PEOPLE AND TELLING THE TRUTH. SURE HILL WILL TALK TO THE MEDIA, BUT CAN YOU TRUST WHAT SHE IS SAYING? A NEW POLL SUGGEST THAT YOU CANT

He can't afford to say something Bitter to make his rating plummet. He is an elitist snob!

I don't blaim Obama for not talking to the media. They're always looking for trash to make up.

Common PA's wake up! I hope you guys/ladies are smarter that your appear. You need to see through the puff & stuff politics of the Clintons. We need a leader that acctually has leadership talent to motivate and change the same politics that have been turning this county into a second rate nation.

Go Obama!

The only lies the Media prints come from Obama's own big mouth. The reason Hillry is on CNN news is because Obama is hiding again. When the going gets tough Obama seems to hide. Can you see him in the White House saying oh the press is treating me so-o-o badly lock the doors I don't want to see or talk to anyone that matters. Wake up people.
I agree it is disgusting. Obama is a coward and a lier. He gets everyone else to do his dirty work.

Good for him! I'm sick of the media telling us what to think and who to vote for and twisting everyone's words!
After the last "debate", I've lost what little bit of respect I had left for the media…

no obama!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Everyone thinks he doesn't want to answer tough questions. It's that he doesn't want to answer stupid questions. For the moderators to bring up an issue like Wright where they hashed it out for weeks and Obama gave a speech devoted to addressing this topic, what more can he say? Seriously how many people do you really think noticed and/or cared that he wasn't wearing a flag pin? 45min of a 2hr debate people! If anything that debate should make people want to vote for him. He's right that Washington spends too much time on nothing.

After his miserable performance at last weeks debate, no wonder he is keeping his mouth shut. He can't say anything that hasn't been pre written for him.

See that's exactly why he shouldn't become the President! Missing In Action!!!!

Of course, it is much easier to give motivational speeches without any specifics to cult following college students rather than answer any hard questions when you know you are going to lose PA anyway.

No need in feeding the network sharks. Everyone is hip to the game the media has been playing. This thing has been one big game of "your moma she so fat", thanks to the press. What a waste of time and insult to people needing encouragement about their futures.

I don't blame him! The press is absolutely disgusting when it comes to reporting…."truth" is unheard of with the press….equally unheard of is "complete context". They just like to take a soundbite and twist it obscenely.

Its so very typical that this year the Democrats destroyed each other; when either of them could have won the White House. Thank you Democrats. Thank you for giving us President McCain!! Perhaps next time the Democrats will do what is right, and not disenfranchise Florida and Michigan. But then again, what better gift is there than Barack Obama. Republicans could not have asked for a better spokesman. With his ties to home grown terrorists, racist churches, anti American statements, and a wife who was never proud of the USA; I hope they send Obama a fruit basket thanking him!
Mc Cain '08 !!

Hope the media wises up about this man. He is a farse and a liar! Look how repays you all for all of your positive coverage.

Since the ABC debate last week he is afraid.He has the closet full of Rev.Wright's and lots more.We are only now finding out about this man.He has said that he won't debate Hillary anymore.The American people want to know more about this man.Why is he afraid to answer the media questions??? Don't you as a voter want to know???
Its a matter of trust. Frankly,I don't trust a man who hides from the media,and his past.

WOW GOT NEWS, COS THIS AIN'T

I do not blame him… talk to the people and not the twisted media!

No matter what he or Hillary says, the media keeps the crap going.

Go Barack - Talk to Your Country - Not the biased controversial media with no good news to report on anything.

Watch the news… You would think everything is bad in the world!

OBAMA IS A FRAUD

The biggest laugh would be on the Media at the end of this election for a new President. THINK about it: Both Demcratic candidates decide ahead of time to show how UNBIASED the Media really is by having this type of election. THAT would be closer to reality if you think about it. One wins and appoints the OTHER as VP. Regardless of who wins this round. Thus showing how one sided the media has been. lol

The "Media" has become the "New Lynch MOB" of the 21 century. Take the gaffe on "Bitter" the media new about Barack Obama interview on the Charlie Rose in 2004, which articulate and explains small town America. But what did the media do, follow Fox Fix News lead, fearing not to be out done on ratings. The America public needs clarity not spin. Get a spine Media! Don't worry about getting it right, just do the right thing.

Speak truth to power Obama 08!!!!

Maybe now the press will see that this manufactured man is a fraud. The access they thought they will have is drying up. He played you, and now he thinks doesn't need you anymore. We tried to warn you… but hell hath no fury like the media scorned.

That's because he just realize that he's not fit to become the President.

ps: as in unbiased;——Not. That is.

More and more I find that Senator Obama lacks the skills to be an effective President and does not warrent being the democratic nominee, I'll be voting for Senator Clinton.

The media needs to get a grip.

Sen. Obama does not owe them any special treatment. They are nothing more than media parasites looking to "cash in" on the "spin stories" and they need to be held in check otherwise they start thinking they can walk on water and part the red seas!

Give me a break!

Lies? What lies? He might not always articulate correctly but has he got a wrong? I forget that Chinese made lapel pins are more important than our economy, the occupation of Iraq and failures in Afghanistan. Would you rather have a candidate make ambiguous statements of life in America today?

Hillary’s scorched earth campaigning will do any of us any good.

All I ask is that whoever the Democratic is, support them and not force the rest of nation live with your choice.

It's because he always comes across as stupid when he answers questions. The guy can't talk without a pre-prepared speech.

I loved the kid that did not pay any attention to this deceiver and bosh candidate!!

Go Penn State!! Destroy this ambitious and supercilious loser!!

as a pennsylvania voter who backs barack obama— i pray four or five times a day that god will somehow send a message to the voters in pennsyvlania that they will see the true commander and chief in barack.
any one who meets and talks to him can sense that .
john f kennedy was the last man who was like barack.
please pennsylvania dont let him slip away from us!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Sure the whole world knows this guy is a flake. Vaudvillian all the way,.

oh my gosh, I can't believe that Obama's supporters are actually complaining about Hillary getting more media coverage. The media has given Obama a free ride for a long while now. Obama isn't saying much right now because he's not wanting to goof up again. Kinda like how he voted in the state senate and senate: "not present"…Just don't show up…don't speak…that way no one will know just how under-qualified and over-exploited he really is.

With the media twisting everything he says of late and blowing it out of proportion to create stories out of nothing, it's probably a good strategy in the finals days before PA.

You're a good man, Barack. Keep fighting the good fight.

Obama '08

Wow…..what a coward……God help us if a majority of Americans are stupid enough to make this gutless man president.

I don"t blame him. Hillary is just waiting to twist his words again. How come Hillary is on Larry King tonight? Kinda unfair to Obama don"t you think! When is CNN going to report about Monica , Bill and Hillary?

I know I will get flack from Obama supporters, but he needs to man up. He is so transparent, he doesnt want to talk to the media because he is afraid of what they will ask. He only wants to stand in front of his supporters who wont question him but just chant change change change. Hillary has been in front of people that have booed, gone in front of largely african american crowds and apologized for things she didnt even say. Obama doesnt have the guts to do something like that.

don't blame him….when hillary complained about getting bad press. why didn't she get out of the kitchen, instead of complaining!

why can't voters see the real hillary!….

Way to go Obama, stay away from the evil forces of the media. They are the destructive force in your campaign !

Obama 08 !

If the media is upset becouse they don't have a story to twist then they should step up their game. Create one , thats what you always do.

Why would Obama talk to a media who spins and twists, continues to avaid Clinton's background with Paul and money received by Bill Clinton from China to the tune of 1.2 million dollars, the Clinton ties to the Weatthermen, uses the campaign to increase ratings and is as caught up in Washinton politics as the politicians he is fighting.

The greatest threat to a democracy is a biased media..

I think he's having a nervous breakdown, he's starting to realize he cannot beat Mccain.

By the way brushing his shoulders off while on a job interview is very unprofessional.

Why would he? Everything the media covers is BS and not important news. After the debate last week, I've given up on getting any kind of valuable information from the media.

Will he hide during the General Election

do not say a word. God wiff fight your battle. I just read micheal moore letter. I just admired you more 300% for showing respect for a person that have no integraty.

Hillary has gone too far with her recent adds. She is mongering fear. She is playing the Republican role. She is shameful.

Barack is intelligent, thoughtful and so very ready to lead this country.

I hope that the people of Pennsylvana will see through her horrible campaign tactics and vote for Barack Obama.

obama only speaks to friendly media, those who won't be too hard on him. how is he ever going to handle the republicans?

Doesn't vote,
doesn't answer questions,
doesn't qualify for President.

All I can say is that God Forbid Obama gets elected, all of you people that think you are so smart will see the truth !! He has nothing to offer !!

Hillary Clinton complained so much about how she was treated in earlier debates that Saturday Night live did a skit about it! Now she say's Barack Obama can't handle the heat! Give me a break!

Bill and Hillary Clinton have condemed the right for using fear to get votes and now she is doing the exact same thing!

Hillary Clinton has said so many stupid things it's mind boggling. On CNN last night when she said that George Bush and Dick Cheney are good men!

There is nothing that this women will not do to try and destory Barack Obama!

Of course Obama's hiding in the weeds! The press might ask him about Tony Rezko, Bill Ayers, Reverend Wright, Small Town America, religion, about guns! Or about any new juicy items that might pop up. He seems to have an endless treasure trove of skeletons in his closet. It's like a visit to a spooky house at a theme park! Who knows what's going to pop up next!

Plus he's not exactly winning Pennsylvania and has lost three out of the five last primaries too! He's down against McCain in national polls and Clinton is beating him in the electoral vote, catching up in the popular vote (within 0.6% if you count all states) and beating him in the accumulation of superdelegates (picking up 3 new ones this week!). Not to mention he miserably lost in that last debate…

I think it is pathetic that you don't post all comments. just pick and choose them. free press for all !!!! That's why you are falling in the ratings !!!

People are you paying attention? Is it coincidence that the story broke that Clinton had ties to terrorists, that the very wing newspaper the same one that was instrument in pushing for impeachement of Bill Clinton is now endorsing her. This gives further credence to the belief that the Republicans want to run against Hillary.

Obama have been kind to her and probably could bring out a lot. Maybe that is why people are recommending that she quit now before the Republicans tear her apart.

All of this is only speculation but it may also be accurate. I know that some conservative radio host have encouraged Republicans to vote for Clinton when possible.

Candidate Clinton hasn't held a media avail in a week either. Clinton has been ducking the media so she doesn't have to answer for her dimissive comment about southern whites at camp david reported by the huffington post.

Candidate Clinton doesn't have to answer for voting to confiscate guns while trying to portray herself as pro second amendment.

Obama is not avoiding the media, he is strategizing. The media's only concern is how his strategy will affect them.

What a wuss, crybaby, coward! We do not need this guy in office any where, enlist Obama Uncle SAM needs you to go find Bin Laden, you even look like him, infiltrate his camp. It is time you made yourself useful!!

Gee…what a shock…Obama doesn't want to answer media questions.

Obama isn't speaking because he can' t seem to say anything intelligent…he can' afford any further remarks thaat belittle the average working person, someone on his staff his wisely recommended that he NOT make any further statements before he places himself in a worse position than he is already in….and who he really is.

Gee….since when was the MEDIA the story? C'mon CNN, stop inserting yourself into the process. If there is a compelling issue, investigate it like responsible journalists. If all you want is access….stop whining!

Obama's people are wise in keeping him away from the press. When he can't speak from a script, he exposes his ineptness.

Now the media is whining too!?!
How many interviews has he done over the last week? I know I've seen him on Colbert, Real Sports with Bryan Gumble, CNN and he's on John Stewart, RAW, and another show tonight….. I think it's much more important that he is meeting with the local media (which he has been) than providing a press conference to the national press corps. There will be plenty of time for interviews with the rest of the media. Give the guy a break. I applaud him for not meeting with the media to provide more fodder for the back and forth media game between the his camp and Hillary's camp.

Can it be November already?

Do you think you can avoid the Press if you were in the White House? Gutless.

Barack can only give speeches; that's it. He is to scared to talk or answer any questions the media might have for him. He's a joke. Hillary '08

It's a shame that the media supports Hillary and plays all her fake and false attacks and make people believe that it's true. It's a shame that it's happening in AMerica. If Hillary wins, America will be a third world country in 2020. She just cares about herself, her ego to win, she never cares about the AMerican people. She just says anything & does anything, just to win the votes, even if it includes lying to the American people straight at their face. for people that say Clintons dont lie, just got back 8 years "I never had sexual relations with that women", He lied in the court. Are people really crazy to still support Clintons ? Give me a break … senior citizens why are u supporting the clintons ? can't u do a favor for us younger generations, we deserve a honest President. We deserve President Obama.

It's starting to look like my prediction of the media's love affair for Obama going sour is coming true. That's right Obama, don't talk to those reporters—–their evil!

After the last debate, I guess I might hide too. I understand Barack Obama is now backing out of another debate. If he cannot handle a debate, he certainly will not be able to handle the Presidency.

With every word coming out of his mouth dissected ad nauseum, he should not speak. The press has proven they cannot be trusted.

I would not trust the piranhas!

Senator Obama does not like to answer hard questions about his chief fundraiser Rezko, his mentor, Dr. Wright or his friend, Bill Ayers and questions about character. His messages of hope and change are bogus, just pretty speeches.

your out of touch and rude kathy.the same reason hillary won't win!

Could it be he's just sick and tired of media manipulations??????

Pennsylvannia was the last high priced media market in the closing weeks of the primary campaign. After Tuesday, the interest of the press will start to diminish. I wonder how many reporters are getting prepared to cover the Montana primary. Certainly not the same as PA. Right now the MSM is trying to get a word to twist or misread a sentence to try and create some sort of "scoop" that they can attach their name and their company name to. I don't blame Obama for letting the press stew for a while. The MSM should contact him only when they are prepared to do some honest reporting.

Most of you sound like republicans downing both senators.
SHAME!!

Kathy;

Your candidate is broke, owe people money, lies all the time and now is putting up fear tactic ads. But somehow you can find the time to bad mouth Obama. Get over your bias feelings and wake up. Hillary is a train wreck with her own campaign and you think voters will turn over the government to her. Please stop letting your ignorance show.

This is not someone I want in the White House!!!!!!!!

Hmmmm, reminds me of the old "you can run, but you can't hide"! However, I loved his little "Why can't I just eat my waffle" when a reporter asked him a question this am. If you want your breakfast in privacy, it's called room service.

ONE OF THE BEST IDE4S YET.

He doesn't want them to ask him why he gave Hillary the finger. It's on youtube.com

Good Luck tomorrow Barack…we can't wait till you clinch this thing!

what is Obama hiding? why won't he meet with reporters?

I wish he would avoid the whole country and shoot himself to the moon. Maybe then this country wouldn't be so divided. He is giving the presidency to the republicans. He has done more to disrupt and tear up this country than bush ever dared. Maybe some day he will get his just reward for doing this.

What are you afraid of Barry??? The media (finally) asks some tough questions so they are banished?

He will but only if he knows the questions and answers before hand.

What is the democratic party thinking?

He is afraid media to ask about his recent negative tone in his speech. He also afraid the questions why he can't answer the questions in the debate.

I do believe in him and the message of hope he represents for USA and the whole world.
There are a lot of "deinformation" going on around his sayings, quotes and I'm sad to see that.
Could'nt we be fair in politics too ? Why don't we debate about ideas to improove everday life instead of candidates privates lifes !!

LEAVE HIM ALONE! THE TRUE OBAMA WE ARE SEEING IS A TRUTHFUL MAN WHO IS HAVING TO DEBATE ON AN HOURLY BASIS WITH THE MOST ANGRY PERSON I HAVE EVER SEEN IN MY LIFE. SHE IS A SLIMEBALL USED CAR SALESMAN AND THE WOMEN IN AMERICA ARE BUYING IT - JUST DISGUSTING!! SHE JUST NEEDS TO GO TO MARRIAGE COUSELING AND GET OVER HER ANGER OVER BILL'S PAST THAT WAY!!

The media treats him like we've seen on the last debate and then wonders why he isn't all enthusiastic about making himself available to them …… ???

I'm surprised any candidate opens their mouth with the way things have been taken out of context lately. Shame on the media this year.

Obama is running scared but still arrogant. He knows that he upset the people of Pennsylvania and is not willing to apologize. That is why he is dodging the media. He refuses to own up to his cheap shots and insults.

Aw gee Chris Welch, are your feelings hurt? Poor CNN. Why isn't Obama at our beck and call. Could it be that whenever he does talk to you, you twist his words. You have Billary on Larry King today, isn't that enough. Her lies should give you enough fodder for a couple more days.

Sniffle, sniffle Chris.

I agree PA Democrat ,I am 62 and for first time since JF Kennedy ran when I was but 15 years old have I really been excited about a candidate running , I feel change coming on not because he is biracial which I am but because he is bringing about a change,and all that rubbish about " he is not experienced as Hillary" what I say about that is pooch pooch ,prehaps he is not as old or experienced as she but I know he has enough sense to surround himself with strong people who are .I don;t understand the fear tactics .Obama would not had gone this far had he not have strong sensible people as advisors not so Hillary who is listening to Bill and (devil and his noise )it's a Creole term my mom used to say )it's really funny when you say it in French Creole lol and so when he is president he'll do fine. As for the beast the news media I have lost respect for them not just for what is going on now but just about everything they are only interested in ratings not about fairness.

Obama is a very smart and brilliant man it is time he take a break from the media you are right PA DEMOCRAT they take Obama words and twist them to mean the opposite Now hilliary is asking for a debate in North Carolina Obma don't have to do another debate 22 is enough.
I lost all respect for the Clintons because they are the ones who are destroying the Democratic party and John Mccain is just enjoying the fights that Hilliary keep causing.
Hilliary is power hunger and it is not about the American people it is all about her,SHAME,SHAME,SHAME on Hiliiary Clinton.
GO OBAMA GO!!!!!!
Obama gave an excellent PRESIDENTIAL SPEECH that no other candidate ever dared to address
OBAMACAN 08

And if he did become president you would never hear from him. he thinks he that important.

When Hillary can only remain in the news cycle by negative campaigning and the "media" uses these "newsworthy" items for Q&A, who can blame him? With no money, Hillary cannot remain relevant any other way, because she has nothing positive or new to say that can gain traction. If anyone's been following, that's been the core of her campaign post-Super Tuesday. Is that leadership?

Barack,

I'm with YOU … do NOT speak with the media! They will easily twist the words you say and the Clintons will definitely change them around!

OBAMA for President!

One word: WHIMP.

Blizt. I think it will be a night in which Hillary will win 57% to 43%
I also want to know if
Gloria Borger, Jack Cafferty, Roland Martin, and about 5 others I can't remember their names are on Obama's payroll
I want to know if anyone of these 3 jerks think Mr Obama's relationship with Wright, Ayes, Rezko are a window into his good judgment

Obama is just worried that they're going to ask him about Larry Sinclair or Donald Young. This story is starting to catch up to him-he won't be able to outrun it!!

Obama=Looser

The Dems in PA can help the party by bringing this primary to a quick conclusion. That is, if they love the party and this nation over their support for Hillary. We all know who has the numbers regardless of how long this campaign goes on. Hillary's chances are so small that a vote for her is to encourage the party to continue to suffer under Hillary's need to win at all cost! This is common sense, Hillary does not have the number of (a) pledged delegates and (b) popular votes to continue without making it easy for the Republicans to win the general election. I do not hate Hillary; I love this nation and the party better than Hillary.

After that one sided and slanted ABC debate, I don't blame him for not wanting to talk with the media. Why do anything to help the media di their work for the Clinton campaign.

The news media manipulation is DISGUTING. They now do more tabloid report than OK magazine. No wonder I stopped watching ABC news long time ago. I thought they knew better to do a fair and balance reporting and let the people make their own decisions.

OBAMA WILL WIN THE NOMINATION BUT WILL LOSE THE GENERAL ELECTION. CLINTON WILL REFUSE THE VP SPOT TO CANDIDATE TO OBAMA. .
MCCAIN WILL WIN WITH ANY OF 4 PROSPECTIVE VP HE HAS
IN HIS SHORT LIST.

SMART MOVE BY OBAMA, THE MEDIA HAS TRIED TO RIP HIM UP IN THE LAST WEEK SO WHY SHOULD HE TALK THO THEM. IT WILL BE HILLARY 48% OBAMA 43% BUT IN EFFECT THATS NOT WHAT HILLARY WANTS. SHE WINS PA BUT LOSES IN. AND NC.

Who wouldn't want to take a break from campaigning when just about everything you say is misinterpreted and warped by the press-vultures and used as fodder for the hideous, amoebic media-industrial complex?

Wed debate was not a plaform for Americans people problems
meaning loss of job, the war in Iraq , mortgage crisis etc .The debate was focus on Senator Obama's life.
Shame on ABC.
Hillary is a smart lady but going negative in this campaign has completely taken her away from goods ideas she has.
I wont be surprised if she fails. She has to focus on real issues and avoid lies that Americans people already have from the Bush's administration.
Senator Obama is right to stay away from these journalists who are looking for any word for him and turn it to a fire for Hillary.
GO OBAMA

Ha! He has also apparently left PA for Indiana. Can't face the results in tomorrow's primary I guess. If you can't take the heat Obama….

MCCAIN WILL BE A ONE TERM PRESIDENT BECAUSE OF HIS AGE.

Hey the media showed its true colors when they came to the defense of George and Charlie. Aside from the three or four print media who ripped the way the debate was handled the media was not critical of its brethren. Even if you argue that they had a right to ask those questions of Obama the fact that they only asked Clinton about Bosnia but not Mark Penn was a HUGE show of pro Hillary sentiment from George and Charlie. They started that debate front loaded to attack Obama in the early part of the debate which is watched by more viewers before they get bored and switch channels. Besides it's not like Obama is out of the public eye, he is out talking to voters all day long, he just chooses not to talk to the media.

Seems CNN is having withdrawals. Now you are harping on the man because your being ignored? Too funny. Serves you right. CNN is becoming more and more like FOX. Color me disappointed.

How does the media now feel that their "hero" is blowing them off. Almost like that campaign apeech the day after the debate in North Carolina, where he was brushing his shoulder off suggesting brushing off the Hillary Clinton remarks.. Well media guys, you must be his other shoulder. Now you will just have to make things up instead of ignoring reporting about him. Are you proud of your hero and his change and hope???

I agree with the first comment, Obama is scripted and cannot handle any questioning that he didn't prepare for. Fake. That's what Obama is.

Sen Obama has been advised by his hardcore Washington friends to keep his mouth shut for 2 days, or he will open up his mouth and tell what he has in his heart about small town Americans.

Why do they want an availability? I think ABC did the job, they brought back all the controversies out there, more tabloid questions? i did not know Wal-Mart offers a degree in journalism, that is where for sure a lot of those so called journalists get their education. If you go back on substance, maybe you guys will have press conferences.

When reporter start reporting on reporters, you know they are out of touch and hoping for a continued dem. primary battle.

Oh yeah…he needs to focus on issues and not media biases.

"Kathy"
People ARE indeed starting to see the real Obama and the real Clinton and they don't like Clinton. If you think Obama is stupid you need a new definition of stupid…try looking in the mirror, especially If you think America believes anything that comes out of Hillary's mouth. Obama is not the stupid one here.

Apparently, Senator Obama is just being careful, by avoiding that comments he would make might be twisted and used against him. Senator Clinton offers nothing but dirty tactics; she is carefully watching Obama, hoping that he "mis-speak" so she could run another 30-second negative ad, even if it would put her further into debt.

Haha…..Obama is avoiding the media because he is probably afraid he may slip again and finally say something that could completely destroy his campaign. He has gotten luck that his die-hard supporters have ignored most of it before!

wow, not surprising….. avoid people who challenge you b/c being president will be much easier

Obama people, seriously, one Obama against all of the experienced in Washington. Also, Obama considered more liberal than even Hillary. Do you seriously think Obama can change around 200 years of running the government. He is without much experience. He is likeable. He talks of change, but he hasn't even made a sound about change until he ran for office. You can't say Hillary hasn't voiced her opposition to the Iraq War after the initial support. You can't say Hillary doesn't know how way around Washington. You can't say Hillary hasn't more experience and people who have fixed the economy than Obama. These are perilous times. We need expertise, knowledge, and a history of networking. Please consider your vote in Pennsylvania. Our country needs reflective thought.

As it gets down to the wire in Pennsylvania, Senator Obama needs all the time he has to connect with voters, not the media.

I think maybe… he's just too booked these days. He opened up time for Colbert even after he first told him no… even if it was via satellite. Don't worry Press people, he'll make time for you.

Why should he? Have you all looked at the supposedly unbiased CNN network's ad for tonight's 1 hr. special of Larry King Live featuring Hillary? She looks like she is receiving guidance from "above."
Come on. It is such a sham! A waste of time for Obama. He is much better off talking to individual voters, not the media any more. It is their bread and butter to create an uproar, they are not interested in solving the huge problems this country is facing and certainly not in any honest debate.

Obama chose to be one of the candidate !!!!!!
Now he is afraid of media ?????
Then in the OVAL Office more problems will come, then he will walk away !!!!!!
Americans wake up !!!!!!
Lazy in his High School time (farmer fired Obama, becouse lazy attidite)
Lazy, not well orginized in his office, needed somone to help him, he admited.
POOR AMERICA, if he will win. I hope that People will make a good choice, but NOT OBAMA !!!!!!!!
HILLARY IS THE BEST CHOICE !!!!!!!!!

I guess Senator Obama is taking Senator Clinton's adivse. "If you can't stand the heat then you should get out the kitchen" a.k.a. The Democrate Race for President.

The writing is on the wall it is just a matter of time before we really seen the man behind the mask.

Go Hillary! Double digit win for her in Pennslyavania on Tuesday.

He's playing it safe; he knows Hillary's winning.

HILLARY 08

Good Obama concentrate on POLICY! KEEP CAMPAIGNING, let Billary Bitterness do the hype.

All the better, lately the media seems to only be concerned with framing a huge and bitter personal tabloid-style fight between the candidates rather than focusing on what matters. In fact, their spins and deceptions are almost Hillaryesque.

Tom, des moines - you should be ashamed of yourself. At least Obama is running a superb campaign. None that the other candidates are running. You are just as wise and smart as Bush. No wonder we are in this health care and economic mess. That was a statement that is clearly coming from a simple minded person.

I'm sure he is tired of talking, just like Billary..

How much more question can 3 people answer..

Its a matter of relaxing a little bit. That is the same with Hillary..
I know they are both very tired.

The media has a fresh face covering the news everyday.

Give them all a break for atleast one day.. Goodness..

That's a very smart thing to do! The media tends to look for reality Tv apporch these days. I just paid $4.05 per gallon to fill up this morning!In the last debate ABC news spent so much time on silly things that the price of gas question was only allowed a thirty second response.
This is not a JOKE people nor is it about ratings! We are in a recession!

Obama 08

Way to go Obama. Keep speaking to the people not media idiots. Obama 2008

Way to go Obama. Keep speaking to the people not media idiots. Obama 2008

Great I am sick of seeing Obama's mug everywhere.

Obama is running scared of the press, but if he beats Hillary he had better me more scared of the Republican party. I bet they are just waiting to open Obama's closet door and there are way too many skeletons in there. But then it will be too late, we will have another 4 years of the Bush mayhem.

Sue,
That's a nice thought, but it's probably because he doesn't want to lose any more votes by accidentally saying what he really thinks. Funny that a man who campaigns on so called "positive" rhetoric for change has been so negative toward his opponent lately. Hmmmm…

Julie:

Chlesea is not asking to be President. Obama is. He calls this Judgment to lead? My goodness. Press is the press. He just can't handle the heat. Sounds elitist to me. I guess he wants to go back to San Francisco where he feels more comfortable in CLOSE DOOR MEETINGS.

He must campaign don't you know… he can't answer hard questions and RISK losing it all with his ineptness. Oh, poor little Obami Baby…
NEVER will you be president. You are the one who acts deserving of it, not Hillary.

Sue,
That's a nice thought, but it's probably because Obama doesn't want to lose any more votes by accidentally saying what he really thinks. It's interesting how man who has campaigned upon so-called "positive" rhetoric for change has engaged in so much negative mud-slinging toward his opponent. HMMMMMM…..

I can't believe Obama supporters could really believe that the media distorts his words( they are his). This man has been given the easiest ride to the White House than any politician in history. Someone called the media new lynch mob, well if your Hillary you might feel that way. The media has been against her from day one. Sad thing is, if you actually listen to HER, you would see a whole differant story. The media loves Obama. They have failed to do their jobs. The American press should be ashamed. Why can we not ask Obama about his connections, his voting record, his negative campaign, Mind you one question the press would ask is while Obama was on the trail this weekend talking about Hillary being negative, his camp was on the phone trying to stir up Bosnia again, after he said Wednesday we should drop it. Obama is a fraud, he says one thing, but does another. He might win, but I think a lot of people will regret that vote a year from now.

I don't blame Obama in the least. They were all over the Wright issue and the Farrakhan endorsement but not a peep about Ed Rendell praising Farrakhan. Should Hillary denounce Rendell? F the media

what is a WHIMP?

Is that someone that is fed up with b.s. issues aimed at creating the illusion of issues or problems when there are not any?

Bet I know what he says about small town Americans if he loses PA by a large margin….in private of course.

I think compliment McCain to be better than Bush is rattling him. Also, Hamas just said no to Carter's show to make himself important AGAIN by stating they will have peace with Israel.

All a bunch of SIKE job to me from Obama, Carter, etc…

Poor, Poor Pitiful Obama. He needs all his energy and focus to campaign don't you know. He must not risk by answering with a lie or without Hillary beside him to "agree".

Go away you arrogant racist.

Obama must crawl under a rock - he isn't good enough to be a jr. senator.

I am sorry to report…

Obama's liberal voting record and silver tongue is turning this life long democrat into a republican.

Will someone please tell him he is running for President of the USA, not prom king.

Atleast he is man enough to stand for what he says and apologizes when hes wrong. To all the Obama hatters in here, your just like Hillary. Liers. Wouldn't know the truth if it bit ya. She can't even raise enough money to fund her campain. Her nasty attitude and jack up ways are why the majority of us and the world are sick of good ole boy/girl white-power politics in America. it only represents one small segment of America. Time to stand up for everyone even you people.