April 22, 2008
Posted: 06:10 PM ET

From
 Obama addresses the crowd at the University of Pittsburgh.
Obama addresses the crowd at the University of Pittsburgh.

(CNN) – Barack Obama will win the Democratic nomination, a majority of Pennsylvania voters believe.

According to the exit polls, 54 percent of primary voters said Obama will be the party's nominee while 43 percent said Clinton will win.

In what could be a troubling sign, only 38 percent of voters said they'd be satisfied if either candidate was the nominee. Meanwhile 32 percent said they'd be satisfied only if Clinton wins, while 25 percent said they'd be satisfied only if Obama wins.

For the time being at least, the party is sharply divided between these two candidates.

Filed under: Barack Obama • Bill Schneider • Exit Polls • Hillary Clinton


Darth Vadik, CA   April 22nd, 2008 6:14 pm ET

Mark my words:

Obama/Clinton 2008

solves the problem doesn't it?

Ross in MD   April 22nd, 2008 6:16 pm ET

Clinton's own campaign thinks the chances of her winning the nomination are 5%. How is it that 43% of PA voters think she will win?

Brian   April 22nd, 2008 6:16 pm ET

Hillary supporters love the Republicans. They share the same brain.

James   April 22nd, 2008 6:16 pm ET

Go Obama. Yes we can!!!

Jane   April 22nd, 2008 6:17 pm ET

It's simple a decision and a division between negative politics and lies and baggage to the other side which has refreshing, positive change and hope and a new direction for the country.

Barack Obama has never outsourced any precious US jobs overseas for his own personal political gain. Hillary has.

The American voters believe in Barack Obama whereas they feel threatened by Hillary.

OBAMA FOR THE WIN AND THE NOMINATION '08

Glenn; Delta, PA.   April 22nd, 2008 6:18 pm ET

Lets just hope the 54% voted Obama.

tell the truth   April 22nd, 2008 6:18 pm ET

Step up people stop the fight before it is to late and I'm stuck with another 4 years of Bush/McCain. She can not win under the current rule. Please face the truth. I know everyone wants to change the rules but that is not fair. Sometime I think I'm the only person telling the truth anymore

Tim   April 22nd, 2008 6:18 pm ET

Time to take this Country in a new direction. Vote Obama.

jmmitchell   April 22nd, 2008 6:18 pm ET

bulldookie

Hillary Clinton   April 22nd, 2008 6:19 pm ET

I agree!
If he wins he would have done it fair and square!
No complaint here!
Be Quiet Bill!!!

Grif   April 22nd, 2008 6:19 pm ET

You're still Dreaming… What time did you go to bed, Mr….

USA against Hillary   April 22nd, 2008 6:20 pm ET

she just does not get it. She needs more delegates to win and winning by a few points will not be enough.

"I think a win is a win," she told reporters. "Maybe I'm old-fashioned about that. I think maybe the question ought to be: Why can't he close the deal with his extraordinary financial advantage? Why can't he win a state like this one if that's the way it turns out . . . big states, states that Democrats have to win."

Henry, NY   April 22nd, 2008 6:20 pm ET

Obama has the audacity to claim he is a change agent. What has he ever done to change anything? He hasn't been in the senate long enough to do anything and has done nothing to change the way Washington works. He is all talk and never takes hard positions that might come back to haunt him.

Hillary is more able to bring change to Washington. She knows how to work there and her policies are all for the good of the american people.

Ellie   April 22nd, 2008 6:21 pm ET

Yes to Obama but no to Obama/Clinton ticket. There is nothing sincere, honest, abt that woman. And, I'm a white woman.

the other jd   April 22nd, 2008 6:21 pm ET

so these tickers are driving me nuts…
one says hillary is ahead by 300%,
the next says everyone thinks barak will win,
the next says hillary is leading among owners of 3-legged dogs,
the following says that parakeet owners are breaking for barak…

give me hillary, give me barak, but give me a Dem in the White House. NO WEATHERVANE MCCAIN.

Daniel   April 22nd, 2008 6:21 pm ET

BRIAN:

What is your problem? Why don't you shut up about Hillary Clinton SUPPORTERS. THIS HAS NOTHING TO DO WITH US.

Jesus Christ, are people being ANTI-HILLARY-SUPPORTER-IST now?

Steve   April 22nd, 2008 6:22 pm ET

Time for Pitchforks and Torches. It will take an angry village to run off the Clinton's once and for all.

Skyeviews   April 22nd, 2008 6:22 pm ET

Obama will win in November.

mark   April 22nd, 2008 6:23 pm ET

If this is true, why would you vote for Hillary if you believe Obama will win, that just hurts his chances to keep this thing going on…let's hope the 54% who believe Obama will win were smart enough to actually vote for him!!

RC Lendz, Philadelphia, PA   April 22nd, 2008 6:23 pm ET

I was just doing some math, and this is something that would be interesting to consider, especially for the superdelegates. If each state was a winner take Hillary would be leading right now 1,641 to 1,451. Almost the complete opposite what the delegate count is now. If Hillary were to win PA tonight, she woud have 1,819. Could someone report on this? I think it would be interesting. I included superdelegate numbers in the counts as if they were delegate counts. This would compare to the General Election.

jim   April 22nd, 2008 6:23 pm ET

operation chaos at its finest

wiser   April 22nd, 2008 6:24 pm ET

Obama is not ready for prime time. Has he stopped pouting over the debate last week? Oh, that's right, he won't debate anymore because America is finally waking up to his empty words!

Only Hillary 08!

kim portland, oregon   April 22nd, 2008 6:24 pm ET

darth vadik, i TOTALLY agree. for some reason, i have a really strong feeling these past few days that there will be an obama/clinton 08 ticket in november!!!

it's the most democratic thing for them to do! and mccain's results would be exactly the same as the shrub's latest approval ratings—about 28%!!!

buh-bye repubs—and thanks for NOTHING!!!!

Keek in Cali   April 22nd, 2008 6:24 pm ET

Has anyone heard any confirmation of the allegation that Obama's name was not on the ballot?

Madison   April 22nd, 2008 6:24 pm ET

No more DLC democrats and liars! Thanks Hillary for the lies and the party division. Straight out of the republican playbook. GREAT JOB! Also thanks for giving the republicans all the ammunition they need to beat anybody. Thanks for praising the crooked republican candidate. And all of this thanks when you yourself are giving yourself a 5% chance to beat Barack???

What party are you exactly part of? Oh yeah, the DLC democrats, otherwise known as republican lites.

Thanks Hillary! You're almost as efficient as tearing down democrats as Karl Rove.

Michael   April 22nd, 2008 6:25 pm ET

Obama / Clinton probably would solve the problem, however Clinton will never take a back seat!

If Pennsylvannia Dems think Obama is going to win the nomination, then I wonder how they voted in there own primary>

Sounds like the funeral march is begining to toll in ernest for Clinton!!!

b-liberal   April 22nd, 2008 6:26 pm ET

Thank you for digging deep to find a way to take the glory away from Hillary in some way.

Media / Ozombie lesson #4543:

good Obama news: report as "Woo-hoo! Hurray!"

good Hillary news: report as "OK" but look at all that can go wrong, or what some celebrity said or some wacky poll said or what what bad things might happen in the future, or or or or …..

SK   April 22nd, 2008 6:26 pm ET

Mark my words:

Obama / anyone but Clinton 2008

Makes for a team we can trust

RA   April 22nd, 2008 6:27 pm ET

Hillary is a LIAR. Do not vote for her. Here is her latest comment:

"Well, I have to win," Clinton told ABC. "I believe that's my task. And I'm going to do everything I can to win."

Don't be fooled by this woman who will do anything to win.

OBAMA '08!

Southern Yankee   April 22nd, 2008 6:28 pm ET

"If you can't stand the heat..take the sink out of the kitchen and throw it your opponent."
She tipped her hand and played it. All why we wateched. She bloodied Obama and every Dem supporter to boot, all in the name of vanity and a run at the 2012 election.
Please PA end this.

Obama Now!

Lyz in Maryland   April 22nd, 2008 6:28 pm ET

Well, I mean, hurting the Democratic party is Hillary "Fifth Column" Clinton's real goal at this point, so I'm sure that she's happy with that outcome.

R Autry   April 22nd, 2008 6:28 pm ET

QUESTION: Bankrupt people in our country cannot even get a credit card. How can Hillary be in the hunt for the presidency and actually get support when her campaign is a bust?

DO WE REALLY want someone (Clinton) who cannot even keep her own campaign right side up responsible for getting us out of a recession/depression?? NO THANKS. Do the math…

BARACK OBAMA OUR NEXT PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES!!!

ShannonL   April 22nd, 2008 6:28 pm ET

Interesting…most people give her a 10% shot. I would say these numbers look good for Clinton in Penn. Most realistic people would say Obama. Only hard core Clinton supporters believe she can still win it.

Obama should have much higher numbers.

pc   April 22nd, 2008 6:29 pm ET

Obama will win the Presidency. Hillary is wasting time and money!

Go Obama!

Jane   April 22nd, 2008 6:30 pm ET

Hillary will never win the nomination because there are too many voters and good, honest people who fear her and feel threatened by her because she has outsourced thousands of jobs from the US and taken away many people's livelihoods for her own political gain. It's just not possible for her to win.

OBAMA WILL WIN '08

Anonymous   April 22nd, 2008 6:30 pm ET

GIVE ME MCCAIN, OR GIVE ME DEATH!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

WOULD LIKE TO SEE HOW THE DEMOCRATS RUNNING WOULD SURVIVE ONE DAY IN THE HANOI HILTON!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

DSP, Santa Rosa, CA   April 22nd, 2008 6:31 pm ET

These folks saying I will only vote for "candidate X" are stupid, ignorant, divsive, silly, uneducated, childish, angry people.

The difference bwtween Hillary and Barack is personality and gender. Either accept that and be honest why you are voting for one or the other, or… stay away from the election booths.

Any other difference is semantics. Jeez America, be honest wtih yourselfs.

joedattuffaha   April 22nd, 2008 6:31 pm ET

Go Obama!

AWESOME DEBATE HILLARY!!   April 22nd, 2008 6:31 pm ET

Hillary Is Awesome!!! . The Best Canidate Running For President !!!

HILLARY 08″

Roman B. Aleksander   April 22nd, 2008 6:32 pm ET

There is no way Senator Obama can win the Primary.

If you maintain that he can, why so worried???

Better question is why is Obama worried ??

Democratic "pledged" delegates get to vote in a "DEMOCRATIC" Primary.

And if neither candidate can get to 2024 with "pledged" delegates then it will fall to supers, which are in the "rules" Obama is desperate to ignore. Or the "people voices" of MI and Fla he wants to ignore.

But it is the VOTERS who will be voting in the general election.

And no matter how much Obama and Co. want to exclude them, they will NOT be excluded from voting in the G..E..N..E..R..A..L ELECTION !

The "supers" will also take into account that in every analysis of the swing states, Clinton can win them Obama cannot.

The general election is NOT a caucus people, and the "supers" are aware of THAT aswell.

It will be Clinton, so practice your "suprised" look for the convention !

Clinton 08 !

R Autry   April 22nd, 2008 6:32 pm ET

WISER…

Get informed and live up to your name. If your employee was the moderator of your debate, how tough would they be on you?? George worked for the Clintons and has probably shared an intern or two with Billy boy. What integrity that family has and boy can they sure bankrupt an campaign! That is who I want getting us out of this financial crisis the US is in…. bankrupt, lying, cheating, crusty, old Washingtonites. NO THANKS

BARACK OBAMA our next PRESIDENT!!!!

gerard morei   April 22nd, 2008 6:32 pm ET

Hillary will win the nomination, period!!!!

Antoinette   April 22nd, 2008 6:32 pm ET

To the person above, i did hear something about Obama's name not being on the ballot in some places

I say report it and write it in there if thats what you want

Leith Smith   April 22nd, 2008 6:34 pm ET

Hillary will win PA, KY, WVA, and Puerto Rico. BHO will win NC, MT, SD, OR and will squeak through in IN. Guam's no big deal. With the way the delegate numbers play out in these states, HRC would have to win almost everything by a 60-40 margin to win the prize. Likelihood of that is nil. In the meantime, both are becoming increasingly bloodied and McShame will walk away as the beneficiary. Is that smart politics, DNC? No need to answer that.
Have you seen the latest version of Willie Horton? It's the most disgusting political animus I've seen in seven decades. If HRC had any genuine integrity, she would decry such a tactic, which is paid for by one of her big time supporters.

IHH   April 22nd, 2008 6:34 pm ET

GO HOME HILLARY

Richard   April 22nd, 2008 6:35 pm ET

Wolf, this protracted campaign on the part of the Clinton Camp is an exercise in futility. The numbers are such that Hillary cannot catch up to Barack. Hillary's campaign war chest is running on empty while Barack has plenty of money. Hillary is not fighting with one hand tied behind her, she's out of gas.

R Autry   April 22nd, 2008 6:35 pm ET

OBAMA/CLINTON ticket?? HELL NO!!!! I don't want Barack to get exposed to such lies, deception, closed door shenanigans, etc.. Anyway, he is way to smart and committed to REAL CHANGE to have such a weak #2 by his side (let alone having to look at those horrendous canary yellow pant suits all day!!)

JOHN   April 22nd, 2008 6:38 pm ET

CLINTON WILL WIN TONIGHTS BATTLE BUT WILL LOSE THE CAMPAGIN WAR. SHE NEEDS TO WIN BY 10% OR MORE TO EVEN MAKE A DENT IN THE VOTE COUNT. IN N.C. SHE'S GOING TO LOSE IN DELEGATES AND THE VOTE COUNT. IT'S GOING TO BE TOUGH ON OLD HILL, THE FAT LADY IS WARMING UP.

Dear CNN   April 22nd, 2008 6:38 pm ET

Please let the race play out. It's amazing you draw a salary for your opinion, which is sometimes wrong.

bessie   April 22nd, 2008 6:38 pm ET

Voters, don't be distracted by these serial Hillary bashers. All they're promoting is hatred. Hillary is a fighter and she will fight for us. She is the one who's ready to be our commander in chief. We cannot afford to have a speech giver, Obama, to be our president. Not to mention how poorly he did during the last debate. Obama is not ready! Vote for Hillary!

Rose   April 22nd, 2008 6:39 pm ET

People are so happy that 45 min. of the debate was wasted in non-sense. Those who really care for people and the country, they rather use the time to address issues not whine and try to keep talking non-sense.

William   April 22nd, 2008 6:39 pm ET

I'm in PA and voted for Hillary. Go Hillary or McCain

Mark   April 22nd, 2008 6:39 pm ET

Of course he should win! He is the only candidate that has any integrity.

Jeanette in Stockton   April 22nd, 2008 6:39 pm ET

I don't mean to be naive, but I simply trust that Barak Obama will with all that is within him make positive changes for America that will have a positive impact on the poor, women, children, disabled, gays and ethnic groups and the general populace. I wish I felt the same for Hilary, but I just don't.

mittie waddell   April 22nd, 2008 6:40 pm ET

Who wants Bill Clinton back in the White House????? Obama was correct when he said "sometimes, he doesn't know with whom he is campaigning". PA, get to the polls and VOTE for a CHANGE!!!! PLEASE! ENOUGH OF THE CLINTONS!!!!!

Peter   April 22nd, 2008 6:40 pm ET

I'm not sure what this means for who will ACTUALLY win, but I say Obama please. I just want to ask if the Bush, Clinton, Bush, Clinton pattern deserves to be prolonged. Our country is messed up, and it's because of ALL of our past three Presidents. Time for someone new.

True   April 22nd, 2008 6:40 pm ET

ARTILLERY HILLARY!!!

NUKE ME! OBLITERATE ME, PLEASE.

but don't forget to save the earth and find re-newable energy. The people of upstate NY are still waiting for those jobs you promised!

Richard   April 22nd, 2008 6:40 pm ET

Well obviously, as he's in the lead. Duh!

Larry   April 22nd, 2008 6:41 pm ET

Hillary Clinton's brutal lies, attacks are dividing the party. She is selfish, only for her self. She does not care about anything else, will do anything to win, she said. What a hopelessly selfish woman.
Vote Obama. Yes, Domocrates, we can unite!

Isabella   April 22nd, 2008 6:41 pm ET

We know that if Hillary loose, she will either keep going on or just leave and we all that support her will be ok. Now, since you only want to win, my million dollar questions is where we are going to find an empty lot to burried you all Obama's supporter including Obama!.
Go Hillary1

TO: Darth Vadik, CA   April 22nd, 2008 6:42 pm ET

Yes, it resolves the problem from a voter perspective. However, can anybody see Hillary playing second fiddle to Barack?

The concept has quite a bit of appeal, but I just don't see it. THAT, in the end, could split the party.

David, Kentucky   April 22nd, 2008 6:43 pm ET

The reason for the deep division is simple….You have one of the most divisive and polarizing politicians in America today demonstrating to the American public exactly why she has earned that reputation. She is intentionally working to deepen the division within the Democratic party to help her efforts to coerce the superdelegates into giving her the nomination. She can't win it legitimately so she has to do it by threat and through coercion and intimidation. Hillary Clinton is exactly the type of politician this country is sick of.

Anna G.   April 22nd, 2008 6:44 pm ET

Hillary is the best canditate. I hope she will win the election. Maybe I will vote for Senator Obama within eight years. Senator Obama will have more wisdom and experience by then.

Hillary, 08!

AWESOME DEBATE HILLARY!!   April 22nd, 2008 6:44 pm ET

Awesome debate Hillary !! , Obama Can't take Pressure ! . He Will Never get My Vote . I Will Only Vote For You , Or Whom Ever Is Running Against Obama .

HILLARY 2008!!!

Lyz in Maryland   April 22nd, 2008 6:44 pm ET

In answer to Darth Vadik's question, that would solve the problem, but I suspect that Fifth Column Clinton would rather be on the ticket with McCain.

John, Pa   April 22nd, 2008 6:45 pm ET

Clinton supporters are in some serious denial……….Sad Sad Sad

Linda of Atlanta   April 22nd, 2008 6:45 pm ET

I will be horrified if Hillary Clinton is "given" this nomination! I will never, ever, ever vote for her and I supported her initially. People are insane to trust her to be president. She told a totally unnecessary lie about being under sniper fire. She refused to admit she had lied until CBS, not CNN, produced the film footage. She belittled Sinbad's disagreement with her account by saying "He is a comedian". She has trashed Obama and she has about as much grace as a fat man's big toe. She has a history of removing legal documents and acting as though they don't exist. People are too caught up in what is best for them personally than to realize that we are ONE AMERICA and we have to elect public officials who can be trusted to stand for all of us, not just their rich friends.

Fritz   April 22nd, 2008 6:45 pm ET

Obama is able to spend more money because Hillary is out of money, and no longer has the backing.

JOHN   April 22nd, 2008 6:47 pm ET

CAN SOMEONE PLEASE TELL ME HOW CLINTON WILL WIN THE NOMINATION. I NEED NUMBERS, NOT BLANKET STATEMENTS AND B.S. HOW IS SHE GOING TO CATCH HIM IN DELEGATES, VOTES, STATES, AND MONEY? YOU CAN EVEN ADD IN FL. AND MICH. BUT LET'S CUT TO THE CHASE AND TELL ME HOW SHE'S GOING TO DO IT.

aware   April 22nd, 2008 6:48 pm ET

NOBAMA!

Hillary 2008 and 2012! :)

joe   April 22nd, 2008 6:48 pm ET

Trust me! Trust me! Hillary is soley interested in power for herself. She is has a single track mind for this. Obama is aligned with evil people and a wife that has no pride in this beautiful country. You all went wrong when not voting for Romney. He believes in morals unlike these other two clowns. McCain is a joke too. "We attend WWE wrestling because it celebrates our freedom…." What the hell are you talking about old man? How could you spin something that far? Good grief children!

George   April 22nd, 2008 6:50 pm ET

I think Hillary should do the right thing and step aside.
If the situation were reversed and the delegates stood where
they currently are, she'd ask Obama to be a Gentleman and
step down for the good of the party.
Her remaining in the race and 'slinging mud,' is not only good
for McCain but for the Republican Party as a whole.

They aren't that far apart on the issues. Obama should offer
her the VP position an form the unbeatable ticket. Dem's
are so divided between the two, it's the only way to heal the
party and make it whole.

Richard   April 22nd, 2008 6:50 pm ET

Keep it going Hillary. Obama has no clue what he will do. Just rewatch the debate.

Mike   April 22nd, 2008 6:51 pm ET

Would that not be a sweet answer to prayers? O8ama.

mn mama   April 22nd, 2008 6:51 pm ET

Neither candidate can win outright. Obama will faill against McCain.
I will vote for Mccain, I won't sit home , I will vote against Obama.
Obama has divided America on Race, has too much bagage on race ,
cannot vote for someone who is so capable of destroying America. I love my country more than my Party.
Caucas states are bogus because they disinfranchise voters. They are not a up and down vote. Florida and Mich have been disinfranchised.
I say get a new candidate- snice neither can win outright.

Oren Ovadia, California   April 22nd, 2008 6:53 pm ET

I'm not BITTER, oBaMa!!!

Joe   April 22nd, 2008 6:53 pm ET

If Obama wins in PA. Hillary will say it was a conspiracy and that PA is not important anyway.

female grad student, NYC   April 22nd, 2008 6:53 pm ET

I agree with Roman Alexander - and I think it's a shame Obama didn't put his name on the ticket for MI because now he's lost the loyalty of that state for the GE.

Hillary was smart to keep her name on the ticket in MI so that those voters wouldn't feel like she was abandoning them the way they feel Obama did. Good foresight.

When is that issue going to be resolved? It's a virtual tie in the pop. vote if you count them, and she's winning if you look at Blue States. such political corruption going on… we already had a stolen election with Bush… look where that got us…

Sara from Arizona   April 22nd, 2008 6:53 pm ET

No Obama/Clinton!!! No more Clintons!!! OBAMA 08′

Edith   April 22nd, 2008 6:53 pm ET

The only way Obama would agree to an Obama/Clinton ticket would be if he lost all pride in himself and agreed to have Bill Clinton constantly second-guessing him and butting in.

James from New York   April 22nd, 2008 6:54 pm ET

I think they both stink, and McCain in a landside

smokesignals   April 22nd, 2008 6:55 pm ET

What's really encouraging and is most appealing about Obama IS the way he is able to inspire and bring together new voters, the young disenfranchised voters and according to the exit polls that is exactly what is happening!
He's what this country needs right now. And you people who say that you will vote for McSame if your candidate doesn't win the nomination are just plain stupid and certainly not supporters of the Democratic Party.
Get it together people. Use your brains instead of giving in to your ugly, competitive nature.

Corie,Canada   April 22nd, 2008 6:55 pm ET

Now is the time for the United States to elect a woman for President !!!
Watching and listening to Hilary Clinton is indeed inspiring. It is disappointing to hear the the negative feedback of the media about her. She is bright and dynamic. Imagine Bill and Hilary at the white house. Bill Clinton did an excellent job during his tenure. The media should be more supportive of her who has more substance.

Vince - Phoenix   April 22nd, 2008 6:56 pm ET

THIS MEANS THAT "MANY" HILLARY SUPPORTS VOTED HILLARY EVEN THOUGH THEY "KNOW" OBAMA WILL EVENTUALLY WIN…

HOW STUPID IS THIS TO KEEP THIS GOING?????

Oleg, CA   April 22nd, 2008 6:57 pm ET

I always voted for dems, but will not vote for Hillary. We just had son of a president, now a wife would be too much royalty. Actually, how can anybody voted for Iraq war even participate in the race?!

Obama 2008

Corie,Canada   April 22nd, 2008 6:59 pm ET

I feel that Obama has been elected as the media darling. I hope Hilary wins !!!!

Denial   April 22nd, 2008 7:00 pm ET

You Obama supporters are in denial. Who would want a President that was close to Farakkan, Avry, a minister who hates America and a wife who was never proud of her country until he ran for President.
And you have the nerve to put HIllary down????

Democrates will never come together on this one DNC - you are dreaming if you think they will.

HILLARY FOR PRESIDENT

Paul   April 22nd, 2008 7:00 pm ET

Here is what is going on. Some Republicans are voting for Obama so Hillary can't win, because McCain will have a harder time beating Clinton. These same voters will then vote for McCain in November.

so be smart and choos Hillary!!!

pat   April 22nd, 2008 7:00 pm ET

What a disaster.

Vince - Phoenix   April 22nd, 2008 7:00 pm ET

ROMAN…

dude… have you LOOKED at the scoreboard….?

todays's win is like throwing a touchdown during garbage time in a football game…

it only makes the score LOOK closer…

but you still LOST

Richard   April 22nd, 2008 7:00 pm ET

Clearly for those of us who stay informed by keeping up with the news. If a candidate for President really wanted True Change, they would push for each citizen to maximize their abilities and economical independence. Of course, most of Sen. Obama's backing comes from the least experienced with life, naive and/or gullible, and those who think they are above the rest by their mental aptitude (you are to be considered intelligent and bright if you are supporting his candidacy). They are living off of either parental support or loans, vote because their skin color matches his, or we have the so-called top educated who believe they have all the answers to tell others how to live. It only takes someone to work in the academia to see what a caste system it is, based on one's level of education. In other words, if you are not a PhD all other employees are lumped in together and separated from them either by way of benefits, opportunities, etc.

It would be interesting to see how he attempts to change the political process. Is he going to openly denounce all Congressmen, Supreme Court Justices, etc. who do not agree with him? Will they then have to endure what the ABC debate commentators have been exposed to the last few days? It is so ironic to see an individual who speaks of unity and prosperity for all Americans to have created such a divisive line amongst many. They are already bullying Sen. Clinton's supporters who refuse to support him as the presidential candidate as not being true Democrats. One can be a Democrat, and not believe in the individual who is selected by the party to be their candidate. That is called, "Freedom of Choice". Ooops, that might not be around for much longer. Get it done Hillary America has been waiting for a President like you…………………

Chris   April 22nd, 2008 7:00 pm ET

i have been a democrat since i could vote and i won't cast a ballot if clinton is anywhere on the ticket. sorry democrats - we need to act on principal this time. this is our last chance to be relevant in a modern world. if we elect a candidate who consistently and underhandedly distracts voters from the real issues at stake, it won't be a very positive testament to our credibility as a party. this is the smoke and mirror type of political game we've seen for too long, and i find it depressing and de-motivating. out with the old and in with the new.

Obama 08, or no one.

tinh nguyen,ca .usa   April 22nd, 2008 7:01 pm ET

i am tire of people keep claiming that that Obama is lack of the amount of years he has in the senate to be electable,look.the proplem we have now is actually handed down to us by those who spent years in the polictico system

Susan   April 22nd, 2008 7:03 pm ET

I will vote for McCain if Hillary the Liar is the choice.

Plain and Simple.

Sam   April 22nd, 2008 7:03 pm ET

14 months back Bill Clintion in an interview with Larry King at CNN said he believes that Hillary is the best president and also at the same time he believes HILLARY CANNOT MAKE IT. Why is CNN not showing that video again.

Sonya, OK   April 22nd, 2008 7:04 pm ET

There's hope for PA. Thank you!

Obama 08

carlo   April 22nd, 2008 7:05 pm ET

I am really primary weary. I almost don't care who wins anymore. My life never changes anyway, regardless of whose in office. My advice to you all is work hard and hope for the best, regardless of who wins.

Erininok   April 22nd, 2008 7:06 pm ET

Please…Please let this be true. Go Away Hillary!

Bridgett, WY   April 22nd, 2008 7:06 pm ET

Yes, all those tea parties in the White House really gave Hillary the training she needs to lead the country, and dodge sniper fire.

Obama 08

Tom   April 22nd, 2008 7:08 pm ET

To those "Obama/Clinton" or "Clinton/Obama" folks - nope, that won't do it. I wouldn't touch a ticket with the morally bankrupt and closet full of (expletive deleted) Obama on it no matter of the placement. He, his wife, his "friends" and supporters have made too many mistakes, including alienating the only people (Clinton supporters) that could get their candidate elected. He should have taken the v.p. offer after super Tuesday. But just like how he got his senate seat, he was too arrogant and short sighted. Now it's too late. Hillary or McCain.

last laugh   April 22nd, 2008 7:08 pm ET

I find that poll info interesting - because if so many people think he will win, why even vote for Hillary? That really goes to show you that there are many in this country that want Hillary and do not want Obama but think he did a great job working the caucus states for sure and that he is playing the old boys network even though he says he isn't…yeah right Obama and you aid did not talk to Canada…

Calvin Barlow   April 22nd, 2008 7:08 pm ET

The truth is there are people both black and white who can not believe that American is ready for a black president. This is why the primary will drag out until late May or the end of June.

Hillary The Grinch   April 22nd, 2008 7:10 pm ET

Oh, not the Michigan debate again. Hillary was DECEPTIVE, and doesn't care about the voters in Michigan, or anywhere else. She just wants to be president so she can get the money Bill is making, the only thing she's going to change is her finances, from 109 million to 209 million. All on the backs of hard working Americans who want to see a difference in Washington.

jim   April 22nd, 2008 7:11 pm ET

OPERATION CHAOS!!!!!!!!!!!!LMAO..YOU LIBS ARE CHEWING EACH OTHERS EYES OUT..LOL..

Tim from Eugene OR.   April 22nd, 2008 7:12 pm ET

To Daniel in regards to your remark about Brian. I agree with Brian because 3 out of 5 Hillary supporters that write in these blogs all say they would vote fo McWar if she loses. So where is Brian wrong?

Farrell, Houston, Tx   April 22nd, 2008 7:12 pm ET

Obama has sealed the nomination, even before Pennsylvania and when it's all over it will be revealed to us as why. Keep your eyes,ears and heart open and listen very carefully, then you will know.

anniew   April 22nd, 2008 7:12 pm ET

HRC should demonstrate some consideration, if she has any, for the democratic party and bow out now. Beginning Friday she is going to be invovled in a civil suit involving the worst instance of campaign finance fraud in the history of this country, a case where it will be demonstrated that she was one of the primary individuals to collude, conspire and orchestrate the fraud as well as to mispresent the fraud to the Fraud to the FEC. Not only will this instance of fraud in California be addressed, but her participation in other instances of fraud will come out during this trial.

And this time, the evidence is incontrovertable. This will be a Clinton debacle that, unlike in the 90s, they will NOT be able to get themselves out of. They've already been fined by the FEC. However, the civil case will be far worse, because unlike the FEC, this case is in Civil court and therefore, the government will be unable to cut a deal under the rug as a favor to her to cover her butt.

If she has any integrity, and this certain will test whether she has any, she will bow out now.

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Mr. Elitehimself   April 22nd, 2008 7:12 pm ET

I don't know what to think of this whole thing… I'm sure you all see this kind of thing in your everyday lives! Here you have two candidates who's policies are so similar, but yet somehow one is given the Golden Touch and the other is dispised by all. When it comes down to it, I'd rather see the person who's dirty laundry has been aired as president over an unknown who's lies are being overlooked by all because he's a new face!

Tobias   April 22nd, 2008 7:14 pm ET

Obama will not win. He can't win the big states plus he lying has become an issue. His campaign is a farse and the super delegates are paying attention. If we really want to win in November then Senator Clinton will be out nominee. Vote smart, vote Clinton.

Tom   April 22nd, 2008 7:14 pm ET

This was worth repeating…………….I was just doing some math, and this is something that would be interesting to consider, especially for the superdelegates. If each state was a winner take Hillary would be leading right now 1,641 to 1,451. Almost the complete opposite what the delegate count is now. If Hillary were to win PA tonight, she woud have 1,819. Could someone report on this? I think it would be interesting. I included superdelegate numbers in the counts as if they were delegate counts. This would compare to the General Election.

Vig   April 22nd, 2008 7:15 pm ET

Bill Schneider is another Hillary Hate Monger, just like the majority of the CNN staff - Jack Cafferty (who also hates China and the feelings are mutual), Gloria Borgia, Jamal, Toobins, that other Black guy commentator - all of them - the whole bunch. The bias is disgusting

APS in Hawaii   April 22nd, 2008 7:15 pm ET

Obama supporters you are supporting the biggest hypocrite and liar. Where is your candidate on Florida and Michigan? Why did he hire lawyers to block those two states from revoting? What happened to counting every vote? It must be count every vote but those who will vote against me. Where were you when the story broke about the pastor? Or when there were fainting spells at his speeches and it was pointed out it was the same lady. How did Obama get more delegates in Texas and Nevada when he lost the popular vote? Don't hear the Obama side crying foul. Why end the election process so fast? Because your candidate is messing up and sounds like a nut when he explains the pastor, his recent remarks, and how he has no specific plan. You are being duped by the same kind of Bush/Rove campaign tactics of 2000, all sound bites, and no substance. As for me, I will never vote for Obama, and will vote for McCain as a protest vote if Obama gets the nomination.

Jess , Calfornia   April 22nd, 2008 7:16 pm ET

Obama can't run the country with so little experience. You need experience and cohones. Hillery has both. All of you folks that think he can undo the damage already done by our present mistake in office, will only make things worse by depending on a guy with only speeches and blue sky solutions to resolve the social and economical hell were in.

If Obama wins……….Hello Canada.

Oshun for obama   April 22nd, 2008 7:17 pm ET

He will win,
mark my words,

no clinton thou, this would be totally negative, she is too negative, polarizing and those who are honest
in good faith can not vote for another clinton
this is a democracy not a dynasty.

she should leave…………………………………………. go far and away she and bill ohh and chelsea………….

MainStream America   April 22nd, 2008 7:18 pm ET

Can Barack Obama really win the primary and the general election?

I mean, will main stream America accept his leadership and vision?

After such a long history of the "status quo", will a country made up of mostly European immigrants be subordinate to an African American?

I guess that's what lies at the root of the question when asking if Barack is electable in the general election.

Well, I guess we will have to wait and see what happens.

Clinton or McCain, but NEVER obama   April 22nd, 2008 7:19 pm ET

obama = a second rate America after he's finished with it. NEVER,NEVER,NEVER obama.
He's not fit to be dog catcher.

S. Shay   April 22nd, 2008 7:19 pm ET

If these voters believe Obama will win, why on earth are they voting for Clinton? There are a lot of fake Democrats voting tonight, including the 23% who said they made up their minds this week…

ady   April 22nd, 2008 7:19 pm ET

One thing is certain OBAMA is the next PRESIDENT for the peace of the world

AHMED   April 22nd, 2008 7:19 pm ET

I wish both of them best of luck in the state of Pennsylvania. I support Hillary Clinton and I always going to support her. Hillary Clinton have all the experience to run the country and she will be the best president if she get the Nomination and I know for sure that she will get it. I need a president who have experience and who will protect this country from anything at anytime and that special person will be Hillary Clinton.

art   April 22nd, 2008 7:19 pm ET

I would like to know what world people were living in when they say this country was in a bad state under Bill Clinton. BillClinton actually brought the country out of the hole that the other Bush put us in, and I am pretty sure it could be done again this time with Hillary.

Go Indiana   April 22nd, 2008 7:22 pm ET

Hillary just said today that she would nuke Iran, I remember her saying that it is dangerous and naive to definitively say what you would do in a hypothetical situation and actually slammed Obama for saying something far less specific than her statement of "obliterating" a country via a nuclear attack.

I don't want this woman as the nominee or the president. PA voters might help keep her campaign limping along with a win today, but she will not get the nomination. Indiana will help see to that.

Nayeem   April 22nd, 2008 7:24 pm ET

I support Hillary Clinton and I will always support her until the end.

Little Geo   April 22nd, 2008 7:24 pm ET

I was one of those white guys over 50 that voted for Obama. Yes we can! Yes we can!

Go Indiana   April 22nd, 2008 7:26 pm ET

anniew '

Thank you for bringing up the fraud case. Why is no one talking about that? This will bring her down.

perry   April 22nd, 2008 7:26 pm ET

Just wait till Indiana rolls around, if I was able to convince my old marine corps dad to vote for Obama, than ANYTHING IS POSSIBLE!!! Once the people of Indiana got to know Barack for more than just a funny name most of them were very impressed. However there are a lot of closet racist in the rural pockets of the state but most of them dont even register to vote. His economic message has really hity home here and as far as the bitter comment, PEOPLE ARE BITTER HERE!!! It just shows how out of touch McCain and Hillary are with the peopkle of the midwest!! GO BARACK GO!!!!

Jason   April 22nd, 2008 7:26 pm ET

This is not suprising. The machine that is Clinton tore Barack wide open and made him essentially the same as everybody else in politics. I mean, who does he think he is coming into her house trying to change things? Heaven forbid we have a candidate that can inspire and bring about joy and hope to America…but people like Clinton would rather keep things the same and snuff anybody that threatens to change that. Hope and Change have no place in American politics anymore.

sandy   April 22nd, 2008 7:27 pm ET

managering the campaign for less then 18 months should say something about how you may run the Country for the next 4 years. Obama has raised more money, involved more youth votes and internet excange (talking about CHANGE), Clinton is in debt… need I say more

TiffIn in Ohio   April 22nd, 2008 7:28 pm ET

The REAL debate hasn't started yet so stop fretting. Unless Hillary and Obama kill each other one of them will in fact be the nominee. I have every confidence once the covers are pulled back on John McCain, his policies and plans for another 4 years of Bush's presidency I don't think Dems will vote for him no matter how much they dislike one or the other candidate. I believe Hillary's lies and Bill Clinton's mouth is how that garbage disposal in her kitchen sink is going to take her out!

Obama 08!!

JT   April 22nd, 2008 7:30 pm ET

How on EARTH can we put a 73 year old man in the white house? Why is no one making a point out of McCain´s age? There´s no doubt McCain is an american war hero, but COME ON PEOPLE, we need a new direction.

henry evans   April 22nd, 2008 7:31 pm ET

hillary and huckabee obviously studied math together!

Joel, Pittsburgh, PA   April 22nd, 2008 7:31 pm ET

The only way Hillary can win the nomination is if the superdelegates overturn the will of the rank and file. Can you imagine what will happen to the party then?

But of course, ambition overrules good judgment with Clinton. She's already lost, and she can't face it, and she's willing to tear her entire party down and hand the election to McCain rather than concede like an adult.

The DEms lose again.

A-dawgg   April 22nd, 2008 7:32 pm ET

Leave it to the Democrats to snatch defeat from the hands of vistory.

Brendose, Oceanside CA   April 22nd, 2008 7:33 pm ET

This is just news spin. Yes, the Democrats are divided (thanks to Hillary's useless attempt to stay in the race). But, once we are centered on Obama vs. McCain, I think the answer will be obvious…….Do we really want 4 more years of a Republican? Is America REALLY that stupid? Just like Bush would say:

"Fool me once……shame……shame on you……fool me twice……….you ain't going to fool me again!"

I'm not worried about McCain, I'm worried about Hillary dragging this thing on to the convention!

Tammy Hallowell   April 22nd, 2008 7:33 pm ET

We're getting to know Barack now and we don't like what we see. He can't answer a question if it's not given to him in advance, he can't debate, and he can't stand the heat. He pouts like a spoiled child when the press isn't fawning over him.

Obama has done NOTHING as a senator, so why do people believe he can accomplish anything as president.

Nobama never nohow!!!!!!!

Go Hillary all the way girl!!!!!!!!!!!!!

A-dawgg   April 22nd, 2008 7:33 pm ET

Leave it to the Democrats to snatch defeat from the hands of victory.

Debra Thomas, Fl- Obama -2008   April 22nd, 2008 7:35 pm ET

I think Obama, will win tonight and hopefully Clintion will go ahead and get out the race, so the Obama, can shut McCain downl.

Obama for President ____________________2008,

McCain will say and do the same as Bush, lie and say we are not in a

Recession

Tony, Miami   April 22nd, 2008 7:35 pm ET

From fact check : Obama sponsored more than 800 bills during his eight years as an Illinois state senator. And his U.S. Senate career, while brief, has been action-packed.

ron   April 22nd, 2008 7:36 pm ET

He does not have to win in Pa. he will win the Dem. nomination to run against McCain.

Go Obama

out of touch Obama   April 22nd, 2008 7:39 pm ET

Republicans are licking their chops at a Obama nomination.

Most Americans listen to their minister, priest or rabbi speak about love. They get something out of the exoerience not because they are angry about immigrants, gays and others.
Obama allowed his children to listen to hate in church. That is a very unusual experience for most Americans to understand. It will be a hard sell for Obama IF he is the nominee.

John McCain is in Sedona, AZ praying for Barack tonight.

liz   April 22nd, 2008 7:41 pm ET

A Obama/clinton ticket would send voters like me (a registered republican) back to McCain. I, along with lots of other republican are going for Obama. But if he chooses her, I will not vote for her. I tired of the Clintons and the old politic games they play.

A-dawgg   April 22nd, 2008 7:43 pm ET

It is time to phase out the Baby Boomers from the political elite. They have had their turn. It is time for a new generation to take over.

Axl   April 22nd, 2008 7:49 pm ET

Hillary should join the GOP if she wants to play by their vote counting rules. The very same superdelegates she's praying to to keep her nomination fight alive are also a Democratic Party quirk.

She mismanaged every possible advantage in 1993, from a house majority to being first lady and policy expertise in the healthcare debacle and cost voters coverage for another half-generation.

She mismanaged every possible advantage in 2007/8 from her universal brand recognition, 200 ready-pledged superdelegates, policy strength, fund raising power and insider infrastructure into a bankrupt campaign.

Hillary failed the chief executive test. Twice.
And she wants the toughest chief executive job in the world.

she belongs in the senate, legislating and fighting political fights.

kaio   April 22nd, 2008 7:53 pm ET

If they think he will win, they should should give him pennsylvania

Zoinks   April 22nd, 2008 7:53 pm ET

So Penn voters are by and large idiots. they should grow up and get an education. All the these so called blue collar dems are going to turn and vote for McCain? GO FOR IT! I'll enjoy buying their house for a 1/3 of its value when they still have no jobs and no retirement plan and no clue about how to vote in their best interest.

joe   April 22nd, 2008 7:54 pm ET

Seems like people really like to bash Hillary.What has this guy Obama done for you?He uses one word that you all fall for (change).
It seems like the media and people let him slide on all issues.
To vote for someone for president that hasn't done much for this country
and surrounds himself very questionable people is beyond me.

Bridgette- PA   April 22nd, 2008 8:02 pm ET

Oh yes….music to my ears!

Come on PA, CNN just stated that they can't project a winner……let's do this.

OBAMA-08!

b   April 22nd, 2008 8:02 pm ET

to the people still worried about the michigan stuff, if you will notice, all the democratic candidates took their names off the ballots. except for hillary. they were ALL asked to do so, as they knew their vote wouldn't count. what about this do you not get?

PC   April 22nd, 2008 8:04 pm ET

Republicans have been masters at diverting voters from the real issues. McCain has nothing to add to the failed and disasterous policies of the last 8 years. This year, it's about more than an election. If Hillary wins convincingly in PA, she can't be faulted for continuing her campaign. If she only squeaks by or loses in PA and continues, her and Bill's legacy will be that of destroying the Democratic Party, handing the Presidency to McCain, and plunging our nation further into disaster. If Clinton had been the nominee, she would have been a far better President than McCain, but this is highly unlikely. She needs to seriously consider the question, what is more important, advancing the good of the country or advancing her own political ambition?

Clinton is now running for 2012 - not 2008   April 22nd, 2008 8:15 pm ET

Hillary know she cant win. She is now making sure Obama will lose to the inevitable powerhouse McCain/Lieberman ticket in November. Then she is set to run as the dem ticket in 2012. Yes it is evil, buts thats old Hill. How is she doing the best for the dem party by driving up Obama's negatives in this futile ego fueled desperate last stand?

And who said shining a light on PA was a good thing? Our state is as backwards as Ohio and should just sink back into the bitter obscurity for which it came.

Obama in '08 is the best path to a brighter future.

Erik Reppen   April 22nd, 2008 8:17 pm ET

Liz illustrates precisely why Obama would never take Clinton on as a VP. It's not about the negative campaign. Even before then, her name was mud among the GOP and independents which would totally nullify his draw on those circles.

Taking on Obama would only do even more damage to her trustworthiness factor since she's been attacking him so vigorously.

From what I've read, the exit polls tend to favor Obama by a good 7% or so, although I'm guessing it will be closer in PA given recent events and all of these new voters and GOP crossovers crawling out of the woodwork.

Manuel - Puerto Rico   April 22nd, 2008 8:22 pm ET

Barack Obama should be the next President of the United States. Obama 2008

Louis   April 22nd, 2008 8:27 pm ET

All week we have heard how Obama has outspent Clinton 2:1 or more, and yet she is still close or winning PA. If she had the same funds she would be spending it, but he is breaking all records for fundraising in the Demo race as well as the Republican race. If soo many people are giving Obama money, and he has previously won or matched Clinton in even numbers in mostly white states, why do we keep hearing how she thinks she is the better canidate to win against McCain? Earlier tonight it was said that McCain secretly wants Clinton to win, because he belives that he can win against her! Obama should be the nominee not only because he won more delegates, more states, and has the popular vote, but because he has the best chance of winning in November!

Les   April 22nd, 2008 8:28 pm ET

Obama has spoken truth, all what he has said is correct. People who are rich don’t have these problem. I lost my job in Chicago and just prayed to god for help. I have done that to a lot of people. So rich folks do not comprehend what Obama said. He was correct. He has spoken more positive remarks and the first one to bring up change and that we will have. Clinton acts like a mad woman with her negative things on Obama. Obama is neither black nor white he is one of mix culture. Those who call him African American and call themselves white is wrong, they should call themselves European American. Or call him American and drop the racial method, he is the only one that is a mix American he is the next president. Change.

Seam, Tampa, FL   April 22nd, 2008 8:33 pm ET

I wish I were still living in Philly to vote Obama.

Bobbie   April 23rd, 2008 6:03 am ET

To Senator Clinton and Obama: in going forward to the next Primary and others remaining, please refrain from taking swipes at each other and be circumspect and have respect for each other. The people of America and around the world are watching. We all have a conscience and we should be able to sleep at night because we know we have done the right thing for the day. In it all and through it all how can we live with ourselves if we mislead people. The most important thing is that God is a witness to all of this.

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