Comments on: Exit polls: Who showed up at the polls today?

By: Pat

Pat — Wed, 23 Apr 2008 01:58:02 +0000

I had a typo re Obama – I meant INEXPERIENCED AND UNKNOWN. Obama simply is not ready for the Presidency.

By: Pat

Pat — Wed, 23 Apr 2008 01:54:33 +0000

Just delighted that Hillary won today. While listening to the CNN pundits, regardless of their opinions, I will not vote for Obama if he ends up as the candidate. I will write in Hillary's name in the General Election, then I will leave the Democratic Party and become an Independent. The Democratic leaders have done a terrible job by not effectively addressing Florida and Michigan, which is enough for me to become an Indpendent. It is also an insult to see the DNC ignore the inequities & irregularities of the cacauses, then blindly support such an experienced and unknown as Barack Obama. If the leaders are more concerned about new, young voters over their long-term, dependable voters, then so be it, but I will not be a part of this zoo.

By: mamacoo

mamacoo — Wed, 23 Apr 2008 01:35:02 +0000

Richard, you are right on with your comment. I just wish people would at least be open and stop being so biased.

By: Bobbie

Bobbie — Wed, 23 Apr 2008 01:10:42 +0000

IF the Democrats were smart, (which they have proven time & time they are not), they would make Hillary their nominee and Obama the VP & Obama would play nice and accept it. He is the 'new kid on the block'. It would be a DREAM TEAM and after 8 years of them Obama would be a sure bet for 8 years of his own Presidency. That would be 16 years of Democrats and this country may get back on track.
Problem is: Obama wants to act like a spoiled child. He doesn't want to start at the bottom & work his way up. Hillary has been a part of Washington for many years & knows much more about how things are ran & how to get things done.
If Obama does not do this.....Hillary is willing for this to happen.....I will vote for McCain......and many other people I know feel the same way.
In that case, Ohio & PA will go to McCain in the General Election.

By: Carmen, Marina, CA

Carmen, Marina, CA — Wed, 23 Apr 2008 01:03:44 +0000

JQ-

Yes, I believe the black community is 90% behind Obama because he is someone they believe in, someone who they think can win in November. And he is black...someone they identify with...someone black, who, for the first time in American history, has risen to such incredible heights as to possibly successfully win the Presidency of the United States. Can't you imagine the immense pride the black community has in this man? In fact, I would wager most Americans are proud of this moment in history and we are proud of Hillary as a woman seeking the same office. As a woman, my pride knows no bounds.

Please know, that I am a Hillary supporter all the way. Having said that, it must also be said that I feel it is my obligation as a Democrat to try to see all sides, to appreciate what Obama brings to the table. I have finished reading one of his books, and will be reading his other. I have already read Hillary's books!

By: Jen, New York, NY

Jen, New York, NY — Wed, 23 Apr 2008 00:47:13 +0000

Should we really let the poor, uneducated people decide the fate of our country?

By: Patricia

Patricia — Wed, 23 Apr 2008 00:46:56 +0000

Geri ... I cannot believe how incredibly uninformed and biased you are. You need to read Senator Obama's books before you make those inaccurate statements.

By: Carmen, Marina, CA

Carmen, Marina, CA — Wed, 23 Apr 2008 00:46:31 +0000

Dems-whether for Hillary or Barack, whether die-hard or lukewarm: whoever of the two gets the nomination must be supported by ALL Dems...or we are doomed to another 4 more years with a Bush legacy in McCain.

By: JQ

JQ — Wed, 23 Apr 2008 00:45:14 +0000

Carmen, Marina, CA

90% of the black vote for Obama. you still think it is JUST happen to? i would think twice before saying a thing like that.

By: Carmen, Marina, CA

Carmen, Marina, CA — Wed, 23 Apr 2008 00:40:14 +0000

To those of you who claim that it is rascist for blacks to vote for Obama: I don't believe that is the case. What is likely true is that the black community has found a candidate they believe in as a president and who happens to be black. If a candidate came along who happened to be Spanish/Italian (that's my background) who was extremely qualified to hold public office, you bet he/she would have my vote. The first issue is whether the person is qualified, the second could me their ethnic/racial background. That's because people tend to identify with groups that they know, that they are part of. But, don't sell short any ethnic/racial community to vote for someone JUST because they are black or whatever. People will vote for the most qualified first, other issues second. BTW: I am a Hillary supporter all the way...and would vote for Obama over McCain in a NY minute if Hillary diesn't get the nomination. I ain't stupid, folks.

By: JQ

JQ — Wed, 23 Apr 2008 00:39:55 +0000

if is interesting. i think in the article, you are trying to say if Hillary wins, it is because the situation really favors her. but why the vote is too close to call? anything wrong with any of the two?

either i am a fool, or i am fooled.

By: Get Real

Get Real — Wed, 23 Apr 2008 00:34:50 +0000

I'd like to know where all of these new registered voters were in 2000 or worse yet 2004, when I thought no way GWB would get re-elected. Now they see "hope"....you decide to "rock the vote"... you fill stadiums to watch some rock star pull a Jay Z! Tell that to the mothers and fathers who no longer have their sons or daughters with them. The right to vote is one of the few channels of power that We the People have and you have to have someone "inspire" you before you drag your sorry selves to the polls. Give me a break. Sometimes you have to vote for the lesser of two evils. You have to do your homework and not rely on some cable news network or comedy show to get your information. May be if you had thought about that four years ago, things would not be so messed up. To be attracted to someone without any thought to what you are voting for is disturbing. This is not American Idol.

By: Geri

Geri — Wed, 23 Apr 2008 00:33:15 +0000

My gosh Obama supporters, settle down & quit being so nasty and insulting. Any one over 48 isn't old. The older citizens have lived through a lot of different things and have a good idea of whats best for America. Obama would not be where he's at if it wasn't for the African American vote. They are voting on race, not issues. I myself am ashamed of Obama for denying his white side. He wants their vote but doesn't want to admit he's half white. Thats one way of winning votes. Then her nastiness Michelle talks about mean America and not being proud. I don't think this is someone I want for a president. Besides he beats around the bush too much, can't talk unless he has a teleprompter in front of him.. You all call Clinton names and say nasty things about her and love CNN because hes their "fair haired boy' but what about Cafferty and his remarks about CNN, Haven't seen too much on here about that. I think he should be fired like Imus was. He's as nasty as Michelle Obama. Get rid of both of them. Print this CNN...but then you usually don't.

By: Christina

Christina — Wed, 23 Apr 2008 00:31:26 +0000

We need a fighter like Hillary in the White House in 2008. She can take the hard knocks and keep on going. Obama needs tougher skin. His campaign has cried foul at every little corner. He's not tough enough for the general election and he's certainly not tough enough for the world stage.

If Obama does get the nomination and does not extend an offer to Hillary for the VP spot (let her be the one to say "no"), I will join the many, many Clinton supporters who will be supporting McCain in November.

By: Carmen, Marina, CA

Carmen, Marina, CA — Wed, 23 Apr 2008 00:29:50 +0000

Tom–

I like your comments about the winner take all concept for primary delegates. Does make one think...maybe it would be better in the future for the Dems to invoke this policy rather than the proportionate one that is getting us into trouble.

By: Carmen, Marina, CA

Carmen, Marina, CA — Wed, 23 Apr 2008 00:26:18 +0000

Go Hillary! She's going to win in PA and move onward to the final 9 primaries. Let us not forget that this is a historical race and that it should be played out to its end. There is the amazing race and gender issues, a first in presidential politics, new Dem voter registration in numbers unheard of, the Michigan and Florida debacle (shame on you Howard Dean for not providing the leadership needed to ensure these votes are counted), the closeness of this race and the probability the superdelegates will have the final say. Who knew that the race would be so close when Michigan and Florida allegedly agreed to the "rules". There can't be rules for those states in this situation when such a confluence of events have affected the race thus far. Get it together Dems asap to get those two states seated fairly and soon.

By: John

John — Wed, 23 Apr 2008 00:25:50 +0000

Incase Obama camp is waiting for Hillary to step aside,inorder for Obama to be crowned the nominee!!,then it is tough luck.The waiting is going to be long and unfruitful.

By: SUGAR

SUGAR — Wed, 23 Apr 2008 00:24:30 +0000

I agree we need to come together as a DEMOCRAT party and get this election taken care. Come on Super Delegates vote for the right person a name I should not say but he is a MAN. He is going to do right by the American people, he is not going to let us down. I guarantee he will make you proud that you choose him for the next Democrat nominee. We do not want another 4 years of HELL.
Let us join together as ONE NATION and work together. We are each other brother and sisters.
May God Bless you all.

By: Sheila, NY

Sheila, NY — Wed, 23 Apr 2008 00:20:02 +0000

I can't believe the spin that the CNN commentator and the other news media, now wants to change the story how what determines a win. Hillary Clinton came into this race in PA with over a 20 point lead, plus she has ties to PA. Senator Obama was fairly unknown to the people and now that he has brought her numbers down to under 10%, they want to change it and say why couldn't Obama close out the deal. He didn't have to close out the deal, all he had to do was slow down her percentage and he did, so if Hillary Clinton don't win by double digit nunmbers, then in my book, this is a lost for her. CNN and the other media can spin this the way they want, but the people won't be fooled by them are the Clintons.

By: Larry in NC

Larry in NC — Wed, 23 Apr 2008 00:19:16 +0000

Do you want to know why there are so many young voters and first-time young voters taking interest in this election? Put to me by my 22-year old daughter who is struggling to stay in and complete college, “Dad, we no longer trust those who have been in politics so long that their party means more than the people they represent.” Greed and self-interest that only serves less than 1% of the population, that is what our young people see of most politicians today. “WE THE PEOPLE” finally has meaning to the young and first time voters.

By: KB

KB — Wed, 23 Apr 2008 00:15:51 +0000

tell them again Roland....If she had all the power – she would have the 2025 delgates that needed to win the DEM – there are a lot of bitter people everywhere...why do old issues keep coming up – again if she is DEM selection, the party would be done with this process. This will be another night all Americans will be up until 3:00 am to hear who the winner is for the PA primary.

By: Shirlee Connors Carlson

Shirlee Connors Carlson — Wed, 23 Apr 2008 00:15:37 +0000

I've read all your comments Americans, young and old. Please be more objective, you young folks. It's not nice to call women over 50 old broads. After all, most of you must have a mother, not an old broad.
Hillary is smart, insightful and world savvy. If she takes Pa, and I hope she does. I am one of the old broads.
I was a Republican all my life until January. I changed to enroll as an Independent, so that if Hillary gets the nomination I can work for her cause in the general election.
If she is our nominee, I will make a hedge out of hillary signs along my 2 acre lot on the highway. Obama will make a great President someday, but not now. However, if he is the nominee, I will most definately respect him for it, but will vote for mcCain.
I am hoping that does not happen. I ask everyone to use their God given intellect and conduct themselves as the kind of persons I know they must be.
Better to be pro active than re active. God Bless you all.

By: dixiecrat

dixiecrat — Wed, 23 Apr 2008 00:13:17 +0000

I sure hope Hillary stays in the race all the way through seating of the Florida and Michagin delegations. What those of you on the far left of the party fail to understand is that a clear liberal openly supported by such as Sen. Ted Kennedy and the film idiot Moore cannot win the general election in the majority of the south and conservative midwest. If you want another Republican in the White House, just keep pushing this agenda. I would have thought the party would have learned its lesson by now after the losses of Gore and Kerry.. If we do this again.......shame on us.

By: slkuea

slkuea — Wed, 23 Apr 2008 00:13:05 +0000

I donated $100 to the Obama campaign back in February....

And I want my money back!

By: slkuea

slkuea — Wed, 23 Apr 2008 00:12:23 +0000

I donated $100 to the Obama campaign back in February.

By: Paul

Paul — Wed, 23 Apr 2008 00:09:41 +0000

If Hillary is saying a win is a win, I hope she says that it if Obma wins at the end by one delagate before the convention in Denver.
Paul

By: b-liberal

b-liberal — Wed, 23 Apr 2008 00:05:08 +0000

Working moms, older folks, poorer folks don't get on these hate-speech Obama blogs very often. They're kinda busy.

But they can sure pull the voting lever OK. And they are not fooled by the hate-speech and name calling of the big money Obama.

I hope Obama doesn't try to destroy this one like Fl and Mi. I don't trust him and will not vote for him.

By: Kathy

Kathy — Wed, 23 Apr 2008 00:05:04 +0000

I'm amazed at all this hoopla over Hillary winning Pennsylvania – Obama was NEVER supposed to win Penn – the people in Pennsylvania are older, Catholic and have lower levels of education – do you really think they could make a good decision about the future of this country? Look what they've done so far – I think they elected Bush, didn't they? They've pretty much ruined the planet with their polution and disregard. The education system in this country is a disgrace – but these folks have been electing our leaders all along – maybe it's time for a change and time for the YOUNG people to decide their future – not us over 60 – Yes I'm an old Catholic woman but I certainly don't fall into the stereotype that the the media has made about Pennsylvania folks. I remeber when Pennsylvania loved a progressive – like Kennedy!!!! Now they want Hillary, Queen of Nafta – jeeeeesh! I wonder how many more jobs they will have to lose in Pennsylvania before they get it.

By: laura

laura — Wed, 23 Apr 2008 00:04:31 +0000

"No matter what happens today, I'll donate another $25 to Obama. Even with my meager income, I've donated 4 times already and am happy to do so again.

I've never felt inspired to donate to any campaign before Obama. For the first time, I have someone I can vote FOR rather having to pick the lesser of the two weevils.

Go Obama"
Casey– I could have written this post ( except I have only donated 3 times) GO OBAMA!!

By: Casey

Casey — Tue, 22 Apr 2008 23:59:45 +0000

for those who say they'll vote McBush if Hillary isn't the Dem nominee, you must be crazy – when gas hits $5 a gallon and we are STILL fighting in Iraq, maybe you all can "volunteer" to take a turn in Iraq?

Truth be told, if stop-loss were named for what it really is – THE DRAFT – this war would have ended already. I cringe when I hear some folks say that those in Iraq (still) "volunteered" to be there. Yea, right.

It's time for something different than the old white men who think they were nominated by God to rule this country. Hillary would be better than McCaint, but Obama would be better than either.

I'll go donate another $25 to the Obama campaign now.

By: cc

cc — Tue, 22 Apr 2008 23:58:15 +0000

Do the people posting comments really think in June that Hilary is going to win the nomination and overturn the entire democratic voting system. I don't think so. All voting for her did was delay the process of going after McCain. Now I know why Obama has the educated voters. The reasoning just doesn't add up for a Hilary win. I would like to have one of Hilary's supports to post why they think the democratic process that has been in place for over a hundred years is going to be overturned . They are in lala land.

By: Kathy Reilly

Kathy Reilly — Tue, 22 Apr 2008 23:55:29 +0000

I don't see how I could every vote for Senator Clinton now that she is talking abuot "obliterating" Iran if they go into any middle eastern country. Just what we need – two Hawks running for office. No, I will choose to not vote at all – as will the majority of people I know, if the choice is Clinton or McCain. Besides, her campaign has been all about her whining about how unfair the media, the Obama campaign, the DNC, etc. have been to her. I have truly lost all respect for the "Clinton" legacy and I certainly understand why Bill is desperately trying to sabotage his wife's campaign. Nuf said!!!

By: Kevin-Seattle

Kevin-Seattle — Tue, 22 Apr 2008 23:54:51 +0000

It will be probably HRC tonight but more than likely Obama will make it his delegate loss on a North Carolina victory. If he gets Indiana, its over for HRC.

By: Obamacan

Obamacan — Tue, 22 Apr 2008 23:52:44 +0000

LOL Exit Polls have little weight. I still think Obama can close the gap, best case scenario being that he wins.

Go OBAMA!

By: Jackson

Jackson — Tue, 22 Apr 2008 23:52:38 +0000

Race has been played by the media from the very first moment it became evident that Obama could be a formidable factor in the campaign for the democractic nomination for the president. Over and over the "american People", it has been pointed out by the major media commentators, is not ready for a black president, regardless of the consequential cost. Question! Who are these american people and what are their values? What importance is there in racial identification when the well-being of the country is of dire importance?

By: Casey

Casey — Tue, 22 Apr 2008 23:52:11 +0000

No matter what happens today, I'll donate another $25 to Obama. Even with my meager income, I've donated 4 times already and am happy to do so again.

I've never felt inspired to donate to any campaign before Obama. For the first time, I have someone I can vote FOR rather having to pick the lesser of the two weevils.

Go Obama

btw, I am 54, female, white, and suffering (like all the rest of us bitter folks out here) from the high price of gasoline and the miserable economy.

By: Oshun for obama

Oshun for obama — Tue, 22 Apr 2008 23:51:47 +0000

thank you Anniew for pointing that out, CNN is not doing their job reporting the facts,
also they have failed to report what is going on in NC, more endorsements for Obama................................

we will see

Aye

By: laura

laura — Tue, 22 Apr 2008 23:51:18 +0000

Obama is the better candidate by far. Lets see who is voting for Clinton...well we all know who her supporters are...

By: Elle

Elle — Tue, 22 Apr 2008 23:51:18 +0000

If 92% of the white voters would have voted for Hillary Clinton today there would be an outcry of racism.However almost all of the african american voters don't seem to think twice about it .

By: Richard

Richard — Tue, 22 Apr 2008 23:51:14 +0000

Go Hillary go. The lord is on your side.

By: Oshun for obama

Oshun for obama — Tue, 22 Apr 2008 23:50:19 +0000

dont forget Rush has his troops working now so that the democratic party is divided and billary loves this..
she know she has no chance to win the genearl election.................

By: Herschel Allen

Herschel Allen — Tue, 22 Apr 2008 23:50:08 +0000

People have forgotten about WHITE WATER in Arkansas - The Clinton issue thier– Boy what an issue---

Obama problem is that he is so Honest!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Also just adding if the President surround himself with top people all issues are handled in the correct way.
After all its The Congress that tell the President what to do!!!!!!!!!!

By: Democrat in PA

Democrat in PA — Tue, 22 Apr 2008 23:49:57 +0000

Guys, guys, that's under 10 points for Hillary. As for the youth, this is the 2nd oldest state in the union, so yes, most of the voters are old. Most kids leave this state after HS for college, and never come back. It's sad.

By: Lucas Hart

Lucas Hart — Tue, 22 Apr 2008 23:48:28 +0000

PA obliterated Obama!!

Let us finish the job and blot out this bosh guy!

By: cjbardy

cjbardy — Tue, 22 Apr 2008 23:46:57 +0000

Wow...a pro se lawsuit! Incontravertable? Yawn... ok.

By: Michael G Ventura, CA

Michael G Ventura, CA — Tue, 22 Apr 2008 23:46:48 +0000

The math isn't there and she doesn't have a prayer unless she wins by 20% or more–that WON'T HAPPEN!

By: Nanc, MN

Nanc, MN — Tue, 22 Apr 2008 23:45:27 +0000

OHIO is OBAMA COUNTRY: Are you stamping you're little foot when you say you'll NEVER vote for Clinton? Honey, obviously you're not old enough yet to have any comprehension of never. There was a time when people figured a woman could NEVER get within striking distance of being the President!

By: gary

gary — Tue, 22 Apr 2008 23:44:53 +0000

KEEP RIGHT ON VOTING FOR HILLARY. WE NEED A REAL LEADER. GO HRC

By: KB from Hiram

KB from Hiram — Tue, 22 Apr 2008 23:44:39 +0000

yes, we will see and hear the truth in approxiately 14 mins (which in the commercial time)..I agree – just calm down and wait for the results

By: Ian

Ian — Tue, 22 Apr 2008 23:44:28 +0000

There seems to be a lot of invective being placed against the "young snots" and the younger generation. Let's just remember that young people fight in OUR wars, represent OUR future, and have been critically involved in ever major movement in this country, for example, the civil rights movement. So next time someone wants to get all uppity about young people wanting to be involved in the government (which Hillary and Bill Clinton seems to have a problem with- he claims that young people are easily "tricked by Obama, while she claims that young people are being too active considering their years), just remember that these people are just as much a part of this country as anyone.