April 22, 2008
Posted: April 22nd, 2008 03:00 PM ET

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 Obama's campaign said Tuesday Clinton needs to land a blowout.
Obama's campaign said Tuesday Clinton needs to land a blowout.

(CNN) - In their latest clear attempt to raise expectations for Hillary Clinton ahead of Pennsylvania's primary results, Barack Obama’s campaign said Tuesday the New York senator needs "a blowout win" to lay any legitimate claim to victory and change the dynamics of the Democratic presidential race.

"With all eyes on today’s contest, one thing is clear: Pennsylvania is considered a state tailor-made for Hillary Clinton, and by rights she should win big," stated an Obama campaign memo circulated to reporters. "She has family roots in the state, she has the support of the Democratic establishment—including Governor [Ed] Rendell’s extensive network—and former President Clinton is fondly remembered."

"The bottom line is that if Senator Clinton is going to make meaningful inroads in this race for delegates, she will need a huge margin in Pennsylvania."

Clinton has long held a lead in Pennsylvania, though polls last week indicated Obama had erased her advantage. But following a shaky debate performance in Philadelphia late last week, most recent polls have the New York with a roughly 9 point lead.

Essentially conceding a loss, the Obama campaign also said Tuesday, "Tonight’s outcome is unlikely to change the dynamic of this lengthy primary."

"Fully three quarters of the remaining delegates will be selected in states other than Pennsylvania," the memo stated. "We expect that by tomorrow morning, the overall structure of the race will remain unchanged—except for the fact that there will be 158 delegates off the table."

On a conference call with reporters Monday, Clinton spokesman Howard Wolfson dismissed that argument.

“I reject the notion in which we have to achieve a certain standard of victory other than victory. As I said in November you either win Pennsylvania by one (vote) against John McCain or you lose it, you either win Ohio by one vote against John McCain or you lose it. And assuming we win Pennsylvania it will again show that we are better positioned to win the big swing states that we need to win, that any Democrat needs to win in November.”

Filed under: Barack Obama • Hillary Clinton


Wayne   April 22nd, 2008 7:42 pm ET

After the PA debate I'm thinking I'll probably write in Obama in the general election if the DEM party pushes Clinton. At this point I'm not seeing all that much difference between Hillary & McCain. I'm tired of not being given a real choice.

Richard   April 22nd, 2008 6:44 pm ET

Lets go Hillary lets go. Obama pwned in the debate and pwned in Pen.

A Moderate in Uniform   April 22nd, 2008 6:12 pm ET

How many mistakes in character judgement does Senator Obama have to make before he's recognized as the amature he is?
Rev. Jeremiah Wright; former spiritual advisor to Sen. Obama
Norman Yung Yuen Hsu convicted funds manager for Sen. Obama
Antoin "Tony" Rezko Obama campaign fund raiser on federal charges
If the list above reflects his judgement in character, then what kind of advisors will he appoint to his cabinet, the joint chiefs, or the UN?
Sen. Obama's promise of change is an easy song to sing when President Bush's approval rating in the twenties. The executive branch, and whomever wins the drivers seat, has no where to go but up. My toughest decison will be between McCain-Rice or Clinton-TBD

True   April 22nd, 2008 6:11 pm ET

Screw Em! Obliterate them!

NUKE ME! HILLARY! NUKE ME GOOD!

Shawn   April 22nd, 2008 6:07 pm ET

HILLARY 08!

Bettie   April 22nd, 2008 6:02 pm ET

I FEEL SORRY FOR PPL LIKE SHANNON BLINDED BY CLINTON POLTICS THEY STILL CAN'T SEE THE BIG PICTURES. CLINTONS IN WHITE HOUSE IS A DISASTER. HOW MANY REASONS YOU NEED TO BELEIVE THAT?

Bettie   April 22nd, 2008 5:59 pm ET

HILLARY HUSABAND CLINTON IS FOR EVERYTHING SHE IS OPPOSSING NOW..I DON'T KNOW IN WHAT STATE OF MIND PPL ACTUALLY VOTING FOR HILLARY WAKE UP PPL!!!!!!

Jo   April 22nd, 2008 5:56 pm ET

Two candidates, closed primary, only democrats voting. Clinton wins. Now what does that say about the Obama candidacy? The decision for the super delegates is who is going to be the strongest candidate against John McCain. Both Clinton and Obama have better domestic programs but quite frankly Obama has not shown to date that he is tough enough to withstand the Republican attack. His message is non specific hope. He wants to bring change but has no specific plan to bring about that change and he just does not have the support to do it.

Obama cannot win in November with just his base and he has not made inroads into her constituancy. His base won't go to McCain but maybe Nader. Her base would go to McCain. Hopefully most of both campaigns would support the other but his voters if not going to Clinton idealogically do not wind up with McCain.

Sen. Clinton's supporters are just as committed to her as Obama supporters are to him. He continues to ridicule them and demean them. They won't support someone who calls them gun toting, bible thumping, bitter bigots.

Clinton or McCain, but NEVER obama   April 22nd, 2008 5:55 pm ET

Obama voters........sit back ........... relax.........have a cup of kool aid. You can be sure the time will come when you will pay big time for the stupid vote you gave to obama. Poor America. I feel sorry for her.

Shannon   April 22nd, 2008 5:52 pm ET

Obama has spent four times the money, run a negative, insulting campaign, why aren't we talking about him losing. If he loses by one point he still loses. She doesn't have to win big to win, she just has to win. Obama is a fraud, and a "typical" politician. Winning, is just that, with his hope and change, his big buck spending, he should have won, he won't because people are starting to figure him out. He can't win in the general

Mike   April 22nd, 2008 5:49 pm ET

Oh and Gary you idiot if the superdeligets do not submit to the will of the people be prepaired for 4 more years of bush agenda threw mccain.

Bettie   April 22nd, 2008 5:49 pm ET

Clinton needs to get out of the way so that obama start preparing for his November election, enough already! give up and get out of the race and take your lies with you, there are no place for liar and manipulatior in our new democratic parties that obama build. Clintons watch and learn....

Mike   April 22nd, 2008 5:47 pm ET

Obama is to far ahead the question that needs to be asked is can the Clinton camp do simple math??? She need to win but more than 70% the rest of the way out she map pull PA by a few points but not enough to make a difference. I can't help it that old people im my state are afriad of a black man running the white house.

Jean   April 22nd, 2008 5:45 pm ET

Obama has the money to spend. Why shouldn't he try to win an important populous state who needs the things he wants to deliver? I mean, why not, he's got the money and they didn't know his message. So why shouldn't he spend? That's waht it wsa given for...for the likes of PA, or whomever needs to meet him.

It's important to ask WHY he has the money. It is certainly not from his bank account. He could not bail his campaign out of debt like Hillary did and will. He didn't need to and won't have to. Again, I say WHY? It is because people are crazy in love with his postiions, his values, his ways and his style. He gives them hope. Hope will win.

Madison , PA   April 22nd, 2008 5:43 pm ET

Delegates count, Popular vote, states won... Barrack deserve the nomination.. Do not steal the nomination from him... That's will be called INJUSTICE...

clara   April 22nd, 2008 5:43 pm ET

come on hillary we need you for president not oboma .
hillary 2008

For the love of GOD.   April 22nd, 2008 5:42 pm ET

"Richard April 22nd, 2008 3:37 pm ET

He's pathetic and stupid

Hillary '08"

Wow, THAT was brainlessly intelligent, just what I'd expect from a Clinton supporter. She's never going to catch him fool; Get over it!

Obama RULES!

gerry   April 22nd, 2008 5:41 pm ET

The fact is Clinton is behind by 171 elected delegates the prize of the primary elections. A 10 point win will only give Clinton a 12 delegate gain.

Obama is 25 points ahead in North Carolina and 5 points in Indiana. If those numbers hold, and I expect Indiana will be stronger for Obama than 5 points. Obama will pick up 27 delegates in North Carolina and 4 from Indiana.

Once these 3 contests are over Obama will have a 190 delegate lead with only 217 delegates left to be awarded in the final 7 contests.

Obama is expected to win in in Oregon, South Dakota, Guam, Montana and with Richardson-Puerto Rico.

Clinton will likely win in West Virginia and Kentucky.

Should she quit. Well personally I think she helps Obama if she lays off the negative campigning, but of course thats what she is. She should have quit after Wisconsin, which is when this election was won b Obama.

the other jd   April 22nd, 2008 5:40 pm ET

Weathervane McCain is offering 4 more years of Bush's policies. EITHER Hillary or Barak would be better. Give me Hillary OR give me Barak, but give me a Dem in the White House

big_puppy   April 22nd, 2008 5:39 pm ET

Hillary’s campaign likes to say that a win is a win but she forgets that she started out with a 20-25% lead before any votes were caste.

Now that Bill has stepped back into the conversation about Obama, Hillary should be called on to answer just like she likes to call on Obama to answer for remarks or actions that he has not control over. The different is she can control husband Bill or can she. What a pair to have in the WH again. Hillary please answer for Bill and not try to just laugh it off

Rachel   April 22nd, 2008 5:38 pm ET

Please,please;please CNN get this woman's face and voice off my tv. I can't stand it any more. I wish she'd just go away.

jonny   April 22nd, 2008 5:38 pm ET

People should be reminded that being better at campaigning is not what is really important – is it who is better at being president. And just because one person may have more experience than another does not mean they would be better at it. The important qualities someone needs to be president are: good morals, humility, a strong connection to the people they are leading, and the ability to make good decisions. One GREAT example: Hilary voted for the war. Obama voted against the war. Both had the same information to base their decision on. Who made the right decision?

***AMERICAN***   April 22nd, 2008 5:37 pm ET

"United we stand, divide we fall." I know someone famous once said that.

Hillary, let us unite!

Jen - Left Coast   April 22nd, 2008 5:35 pm ET

The hyperboles are out today! You know what, I want to create a bumber sticker that reads: "Dear Obama, save me from your supporters." Some of these comments to Hillary are so ruthless and downright sick. She had done more for our country than all of you combined. Go Hillary!

NObama   April 22nd, 2008 5:34 pm ET

By the way,, look at the picture.......why does he always have his nose in the air?

Fedia   April 22nd, 2008 5:33 pm ET

Cliton won ....what a big news..Shame on her......Go Barack, Go...

Grif   April 22nd, 2008 5:33 pm ET

Trouble with you and Him, ( Obama). You actually think he can win... I Don't...

MT   April 22nd, 2008 5:33 pm ET

Senator Obama has the vision, the integrity, and the temperament to unify and lead this country. The junior senator from New York is a carpetbagger interested only in regaining the power that she palpably tasted when Willy was in the White House and has coveted ever since. She has NO CHANCE of beating John McCain. C'mon people, if you want a Democratic president, she is NOT the right choice.

GO OBAMA 08!!!!!!!!!!!

clara   April 22nd, 2008 5:32 pm ET

come on hillary we need you in the white house as are president we don't want oboma or his rev. wright in the white house sen. hillary going all the way oboma i wish would quit

Linda of Atlanta   April 22nd, 2008 5:31 pm ET

Clinton should not win in PA or any place else! She is nothing more than an unbalanced spoiler. Pennsylvanians who support her are supporting her for all of the wrong reasons: She is a woman, she was First Lady and she is White. The experience Clinton has claimed has already been debunked! She has been proven to be a liar and cheater. She has an obvious sense of entitlement to the presidency and that is very dangerous for a Democracy. She is not the better candidate according to Party rules. People who insist that she is are deluding themselves. And while I supported Bill Clinton in both of his presidential elections, I would never vote for him again. He and Hillary have serious character issues and they should not be given the power of the presidency.

Pissed off Democrat   April 22nd, 2008 5:31 pm ET

The fact is that if our media had done their job and vetted Barack like any other candidate he wouldn't have made it half as far, this is the first election I can remember where the MSM has chosen both candidates

TOMMI   April 22nd, 2008 5:30 pm ET

COME ON MY BROTHERS AND SISTERS OF PA. WE'RE NOT GOING TO LET POLLS SPEAK FOR US. WE'LL SPEAK FOR OURSELVES.

WE DON'T WANT A LYING, DRUNKEN PRESIDENT WHO WON'T HEAR THE PHONE AT 3 AM BECAUSE OF THE HANGOVER. SHE'LL MISTAKE THE RINGING PHONE FOR SNIPER FIRE AND HIDE UNDER THE BED

GO OBAMA '08
TOMMI, PA

sivananthi   April 22nd, 2008 5:30 pm ET

If Hillary had the same amount of money like Obama and madia backing like Obama she would have won the smaller states also....

OBAMA IS BUYING THE NOMINATIN.....

-Hillary , leader with solutions....

***AMERICAN***   April 22nd, 2008 5:28 pm ET

I guess I see things differently, there is no win or lose in the Democrat election process. Everyone seems to get delegates from the state no matter what. I guess the only win would be taking 100%.

I still wonder why the DNC doesn't follow the model the US uses, where winner takes all.

chuck   April 22nd, 2008 5:26 pm ET

Some keeps saying Obama has won more primaries than Hillary, that isn't true he has won more contests. I think we have had 23 PRIMARIES and Clinton is up 12 to 11.

bessie   April 22nd, 2008 5:25 pm ET

Please keep in mind neither candidate will reach 2025 in pledge delegates at the end of this. Neither candidate is winning. For the Obama supporters to say Obama will win is just outrageous. The race is very tight so let the superdelegates decide!

Kevin Buckman   April 22nd, 2008 5:24 pm ET

The math does not look good after Obama leaves North Carolina.

Indiana, West Virginia, Kentucky and Puerto Rico are coming up. None will be to friendly to Obama.

I am sure he will win in Montana, and there are plenty of wealthy people in Oregon. Hell Bobby Kennedy even lost Oregon in 1968.

Roll Hillary Roll. Hillary Clinton 2008!

Baby Girl   April 22nd, 2008 5:21 pm ET

Let's Bill and Hillary celebrate. Maybe they will be the first state to get paid.

MT   April 22nd, 2008 5:18 pm ET

Take Two...

The lady even said it herself: "I'm going to do everything I can to win." Well, Hillary, I guess that explains why you've been lying, engaging in fear-mongering, and throwing every dirty trick in the book at Senator Obama. You don't care that your negative numbers skyrocketed; as long as you "win" and get back to 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue, you don't care who you step on or how many versions of reality you dream up. Sad, sad woman. Maybe you SHOULD be baking cookies and serving tea after all.

GO OBAMA 08!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Whining Obama   April 22nd, 2008 5:18 pm ET

Watch what you wish for Obama! You may get blow out today!

I have never watched a political campaign where the supposed front runner out spent his opponent and expected to lose by a huge margin.

If Obama is no more confident of himself than this, he should NOT be the nominee of the deocratic party.

jimmy vekmen   April 22nd, 2008 5:18 pm ET

OBAMA TRYING TO RAISE THE BAR SO THAT IN LOSING BY A SINGLE DIGIT NUMBER, HE TRIES TO CONVINCE VOTERS THAT
THE RESULTS WOULD STILL BE LIKE A WIN FOR HIM!!!
HA HA HA.

NO OBAMA   April 22nd, 2008 5:17 pm ET

Obama's recipe for success....outspend your opponent 3 to 1 and STILL LOSE!!!!!!

Get over it Obama...its clear you still are not the choice of the Democratic Party and you won't be in the future.

Vote Hillary in 2008 to get a Dem back in the White House!

Jane, NC   April 22nd, 2008 5:17 pm ET

I hardly think Sen. Clinton's campaign needs Sen. Obama's to tell her what she needs to win. She's better at this than he is.

Jan   April 22nd, 2008 5:15 pm ET

Today is the day the bottom falls out of the Clinton campaign. Good over evil. The Clintons have shown the American people what they really stand for .....not much! Obama has run his campaign like a true American patriot. He stands for the issues that the American people are interested in and is willing to work for their concerns. Barack Obama is the one!!!
A proud Canadian

Mat   April 22nd, 2008 5:14 pm ET

Oh it's true that the GOP will kick into motion it's good old fashioned tactics of digging dirt and playing to the fears of Americans – You can thank Clinton for sticking around this long that the Dems' haven't been able to restructure their national campaign, but don't think McCain is some great candidate, he's one of the worst choices they could have picked – right now he's fine because there is no pressure on him, but watch him in debates, and when dirt on him comes out – I mean he couldn't defend any of the dirt that Bush dug up in 2000 – now he's even older and more stupid!
Clinton needs to drop out – to win she needs 60% of the remaining Super D's and needs to win the remaining states by at least a 10% margin!! ARE YOU KIDDING – WHY ARE YOU STILL IN THIS – She's poison!

Penn State   April 22nd, 2008 5:13 pm ET

Has anyone else noticed that there is a lot of negative news out today about Hillary Clinton? :-/

The media really needs to calm down because it is very obvious what they are trying to do. We have already decided who we are voting for so stop trying CNN. I voted for Clinton today and it felt so good to finally get that vote off of my chest.

jonny   April 22nd, 2008 5:13 pm ET

Obama has the potential to be a great leader who starts some significant changes in the way politics is done – one of the leaders that makes it into history books and is talked about for hundreds of years. Hilary would probably make on OK president, but she could never be great.

v.ananthan   April 22nd, 2008 5:12 pm ET

OBAMA IS TOO WEAK !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

brad   April 22nd, 2008 5:12 pm ET

Can you all please explain why you hate Obama so much?

I've seen postings that he's an idiot....should go back to Chicago....is the worst candidate the Democrats have ever had....

What is it?

Because he gives good speeches?
Because he wants to make health care affordable?
Because his message is hope and change?
Because he wants to try to work across the aisle?
Because he wants to change lobby influence in Washington?

Seriously, how can you hate him for that? Maybe some of it is political spin, but it's far better than the norm.

I don't want Hillary, but I certainly don't hate the lady. She has lied a few times, which is lame. But I won't endlessly attack her. Both Hillary and Barack are doing their best to help you all...and me. So why hate them so badly? We need to unite as Democrats because it's far better than the alternative.

LT for Obama   April 22nd, 2008 5:11 pm ET

Every time I see a racist comment towards Barack Obama, it just proves the point that regardless of his qualifications and abilities, there are a very large number of people who will not vote for him just because he is half black. As a nation, we are supposed to be the melting pot. Race should not matter.

For that matter, neither should the fact that she is a woman. Unfortunately, she pulls out the tears and the scare tactics because she does not know any other way to win.

Keep in mind the the WHOLE WORLD is watching, specifically, the Democrat's race and the fact that she has offered up nuking innocent people for the actions of their government I find extremely scary. What is the global community saying about this latest development from her.

Lastly, what is the world at large saying about the fact that she continues to let her husband talk and say one thing one day and the very next day say he did not say it. He does realize that it, like so many other lies, is on tape, doesn't he?

MRSB   April 22nd, 2008 5:10 pm ET

OBAMA IS WAY TOO BRILLIANT TO BE THE PRESIDENT. THE LAST THING I REMEMBER BUSH WAS ONLY A "C" AVERAGE. THEN AGAIN, OBAMA HAD TO DO EXTREMELY WELL TO BE WHERE HE IS TODAY. MANY WHITES ARE VERY GOOD TO OBAMA AND BLACKS TOO. EVERYONE HAS THE RIGHT TO VOTE FOR WHO HE OR SHE WANTS TO VOTE FOR. BUT THE TRUTH "TOO MUCH OF THE "CLINTON" AND THE "BUSH" DONT MATTER IF OBAMA IS BLACK, I THINK HE IS "BLAWHI" THAT IS BLACK/WHITE MAN AFTER ALL IS MOTHER WAS WHITE. WOMEN HAS VERY STRONG GENES IN THEIR CHILDREN. LEAVE HIM ALONE. THE GUY GAVE THE CLINTONS A RUN FOR THEIR MONEY. HILLARY NO DOUBT THOUGHT IT WOULD BE A WALK OVER. WHAT A SURPRISE. ALL THE WAY MR. OBAMA YOU ARE A"STAR FROM HEAVEN"

R.O.B.   April 22nd, 2008 5:10 pm ET

It's funny to me how everyone is making it seem like if Hillary wins PA, then she'll win the nomination. If she wins, she'll still be losing, so it doesn't even matter anymore at this point. It's "curtains" for Hillary, and it's been "curtains" for a while now. Pride is the driving factor to her continuing to pursue the nomination. She needs to gracefully bow.

beyonce pride   April 22nd, 2008 5:10 pm ET

THE SUPER DELEGATES WILL RALLY BEHIND HILLARY IF SHE WINS BY 10 points, proving Obama can't win Blue COllar workers, the people the democrats need to win the general election with. Obama better be scared, that the race could be over for him if she gets that 10 percent and she gets all the remaining 300 super delegates. He would have no chance but to drop out. So by by Obama...

Michael Traynor   April 22nd, 2008 5:09 pm ET

Obama supporters are talking about delegates and strategy, and Clinton supporters are talking about how much they hate Obama.

That's the difference.

Of course Obama is outspending her. Thats what happens when you RAISE MORE MONEY!

Initially, he was down by 30 points in PA.

Then, he was down by 20 points in PA.

Then, Hillary used every weapon she had. Rehash of his priest talking. Rehash of his youth. Rehash of everything her campaign could come up with, along with an amazingly stupid accusation on MSNBC that he "flicked her off", which was clearly a nose scratch.

And now, on primary day, she says "10 points would be a huge win!" Clinton, look at the delegate count.

Who's won more states in the mid west?

Who's won more states in the south (in numbers so big, that in some cases they crushed the COMBINED Republican vote)?

But most importantly Sen. Clinton, who voted to invade Iraq? Who voted to list parts of the Iranian Gov't as terrorist organizations? Who said that she'd have the election wrapped up by super Tuesday? Who's mouthpiece Kiki comes on CNN every night and just shakes her head at any poll or math or statement that says Hillary is over?

Obama's camp is steal running with honor.

He's kept his integrity.

That matters to me. He hasn't changed his position like Clinton has, he hasn't had to loan money to his own campaign to keep it from going into the red like she has....

and not once... not once... has he brought up Pres. Clinton's fiasco of a Presidency. Anyone else remember the blue dress?

Do you think Rush and Hannity have forgotten about that?

Obama WILL be our nominee.

Obama WILL beat McCain all across the country.

The Democrats WILL win the Presidency.

And Obama IS the best choice.

Thomas in Florida   April 22nd, 2008 5:08 pm ET

There go those goal posts again Wolfson. How many times are you going to move them?

cc   April 22nd, 2008 5:07 pm ET

None of the important superdelegates support Hilary Clinton, so let her keep going to June so she can go back to New York where a poll released today says they don't even like her anymore or either beg Obama to be VP in exchange for her support. Either you are a democrat or not in this election. No matter who the canidate is you support the party stances. However Obama would have to be struck by lighting for him not to be the canidate. So Obama supporters just hang in there and watch the sideshow that is the Clintons.

Delaware   April 22nd, 2008 5:07 pm ET

PA get out and vote.

Carla Allison   April 22nd, 2008 5:07 pm ET

I must say I am truly bored with all of this. Hilary, clearly is not in the lead. I am a Pa, resident. I was strongly for Hilary,until all the mud slinging. She is becoming tasteless and just one big disappointment. I am still undecided on Obama, but after hearing her call the man a terrorist on television last night she"Hilary" may have swayed my vote. I mean this country has had it's share of that. She slings the dirt but can't or just won't catch it. It makes me now wonder if Cathy O'brien spoke truthfully about the former first lady who has never been President or Vice president. Stick to the issues both of you.

nonprophet   April 22nd, 2008 5:06 pm ET

Swing states wouldn't matter if a Democrat could simply win the South.

If Hillary wins PA it will be because of uneducated, old, white Americans.

Good luck getting that same constituency in the South to vote for her.

david   April 22nd, 2008 5:05 pm ET

Leave it up to the democrats to mess up a sure win in November. Trust me on this one, if you think the dirt on either of these two candidates is already out there, you ain't seen nothing yet. By the end of the general, Obama will look like a black panther, or Clinton will look like the pided piper.

How the Dem's could have put these two idiots against each other for the nomination is beyond me. I believe that Bush could run again and beat these two.

Wait untl the GOP war machine starts rolling. They dig dirt like a backhoe. They are relentless, they will show America that the emperor has no clothes.

WAKE UP PEOPLE.

Hillary Is Our True Leader!   April 22nd, 2008 5:05 pm ET

Nice WIN for Hillary Today!!!!!!!

Nick   April 22nd, 2008 5:04 pm ET

Obama's political vision: empty bottle...
Honesty: what is that,
Hypocrite: ...big time...

Antoinette   April 22nd, 2008 5:01 pm ET

When you had a 30%+ lead, i think u do need a blowout because u have spent up all your little cash and u are in the hole BAD.

Obama closed the gap something serious. He knows she wil win but winning by 5% really isnt a blowout and the delegates she would net would be less than 10

Not real big.

And now you're broke going into NC. A state made for him and you dont have as much time as he did to clase the gap and you and your husband have smeared your name

bow out

Gina - Lancaster, PA   April 22nd, 2008 5:00 pm ET

As I proudly cast my ballot for Barack Obama this morning in Pennsylvania, I recalled that a few months ago I was not sure who I would vote for. At that time I thought we had 2 really great potential nominees for the democratic party.

As I continued to watch CNN, the debates, and the rallies… it became clear to me that Obama was the correct choice. These two candidates are similar on how they will tackle the issues facing this county, which yes, are very important to me. But in this defining moment of our country, the deciding factor was watching each of their character traits emerge.

Not only did Hillary throw too many nasty, negative punches for my liking, but when you listen to her speak, it’s “I” did this and “I” can do that…very divisive.

Listening to Obama, there are a lot of “we” can accomplish this if “we” come together, etc… He inspires and empowers each of us to contribute to making this a better country and a better world.

I wanted to vote multiple times for him today, but unfortunately they would only let me cast one ballot.

Texas Resident   April 22nd, 2008 4:59 pm ET

Hillary, we love you and we always will have respect for the Clinton administration, BUT.. give it up. Do what is right for the party. It won't matter if you win Philly at this point. You need a landslide!! That is not going to happen.

GO OBAMA!!!!!

Anne   April 22nd, 2008 4:57 pm ET

OK. Here we go ...again. She can say what she wants to say, but in the end...come November...just how many of Obama supporters does she really believe will support her? Hmm!

Not so quick Hillary. You may have to restrategize...if you should [by chance] win the Democratic nomination, don't be surprise when McCain wipes the floor with you in November.

All this crap you're pulling with Obama...trust me, the Republicans are waiting in the wings for you sweetie...just waiting.

Obama is the better candidate to go up against McCain and the good ole boys...

Chris   April 22nd, 2008 4:56 pm ET

There are only two ways she can win the party's nomination, by getting a "Huckamath" style impossible string of wins or by overriding the voters will......who is the real elitist?

Rob   April 22nd, 2008 4:56 pm ET

Umm no Obama shouldn't be winning PA. all the voter's block in that state favor Hillary. I love how her supporters are trying to spin this like Obama should be winning. The only reason she can't spend the money Obama is ..cause here camp is already 10 million in the hole. He's already outspending her in every state left to vote. Take a look at the next round of state's Obama has a double digit lead in NC with 29 endorsements and still rising. She won't win IND..let HIllary stay in tell June 3 thats her right. It won't make a bit of difference either now or June she is finished. I like watching her slowly bleed to death in the public eye though its very amusing.

Joanna   April 22nd, 2008 4:55 pm ET

The Obama supporters are very hate filled people it seems. Does Senator Obama know how they behave on these blogs? Does his campaign encourage this? You all should know that Hillary isn't handling the finances of the campaign. She has a campaign finance manager. This happens all the time with campaigns. Also, the President doesn't handle the finances of the USA either. Thank God! Where would we be if George did. Anyone who watched any of the debates should realize that Senator Obama cannot think on his feet and respond quickly. He does give mighty nice speeches though.

But, we don't need another inexperienced person in the WH. We have suffered horribly in so many ways from GWB and BO would not be an improvement.

Hillary is the one.

karen from philly   April 22nd, 2008 4:55 pm ET

Listen you idiots:

1.) Bosnia sniper fire
2.) 109 million dollars
3.)belonging to a secret cult
4.) questionable tax returns
5.) rigging a major debate to win
6.) the lack of a good senate record
7.) Bringing "peace" to northern Ireland
8.) fake 35yrs of experience
9.)riding the coat tails of Bill Clinton
10)taking donations from rich criminal business man
11.)playing like a red ultra conservative GOP
12.) having the support of Ann Coulter and Rush Limbaugh, Lou Dobbs
13.)White water
there is more but I can't fit it in this message.

MT   April 22nd, 2008 4:55 pm ET

The lady even said it herself: "I'm going to do everything I can to win." Well, Hillary, I guess that explains why you've been lying, engaging in fear-mongering, and throwing every dirty trick in the book at Senator Obama. You don't care that your negative numbers skyrocketed; as long as you "win" and get back to 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue, you don't care who you step on or how many versions of reality you dream up. Sad, sad woman. Maybe you SHOULD be baking cookies and serving tea after all.

GO OBAMA 08!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

GL   April 22nd, 2008 4:54 pm ET

What is this electoral college argument?
1. Has no bearing on the primaries.
2. Just because you win your parties primary in a state has no bearing on the general election, so how does this even hold water as an argument.
3. If we had done away with this archaic electoral college provision years ago like we should have, we wouldn't be in this current mess, as Gore won.

All of the cenile Hilary supporters astound me. Like lemmings over a cliff... blindly following to the BITTER end.

Veteran from New York City   April 22nd, 2008 4:53 pm ET

This is for those Narrow Minded Hillary Supporters that stated: A win is a Win. No a win is not a win because by the time the split the Delegates, it will not make any difference for Hillary. That's the reason she will need a bigger margin to be competitive.

No wonder why all the Exit Poll always stated that all Hillary Supporters are low income and have no College Education. The amont of excess baggages that she carries is way too much for her to win anything in the General Election.

The current administration's lack of integrity and honesty led us to war, a deficit and a desatrous economy. It will be the exact same result for Hillary if she becomes the next President. Her lack of integrity, lack of judgment, lack of honosty will sink America like the Titanic. I know those of you cannot understand why a Black Man beat a White Woman in the Presidential Race, well get use to that.

Bill and Hillary were so sure that after Super Tuesday February the 5th, Hillary will get the nomination and done with it. Well it's not so.

If Obama was a White Man, Hillary will longtimes ago get out of the race for the sake of Democratic Party, but instead, Her and Her husband hang around telling some fabricated stories to amuse the empty headed people to believe that she has something to offer.

America image has been distroyed by the current administration and America needs a swift change and Obama represents that change. An Obama Presidency means Change, and a reconstruction of America's Image. Adios all of you, bunch of Empty heads. Another word all of you Dumb people.

Holly   April 22nd, 2008 4:53 pm ET

Bye Bye Hillary !

Don't let the door hit you on the way out !

Melissa Atlanta, GA   April 22nd, 2008 4:52 pm ET

Hillary has PA in the bag – why? because from the articles I have read interviewing PA voters I have concluded that the majority of PA voters are stupid. Sorry, but northerns always say that southerns are slow and this time the dunce's shoe is on the other foot. What is wrong with you people in PA?? You want to vote for a candidate b/c she is a woman, because you like her husband, because she is so entrenched in special interest she is deemed 'experience?' Please.

Fine. let's do it the old PA people's way and keep the same Bush-Clinton dynasty we have been following for the past 30 years. Com'on people – we are better than that.

robbie   April 22nd, 2008 4:52 pm ET

correction, OBAMA'S supporters are outspending HILLARY'S supporters 3 to 1, that should tell you something.

Mlachake   April 22nd, 2008 4:52 pm ET

Go Hillary! You are the only candidate that the working people in American can count on. We support you all the way. Hillary 2008!

Karen R.   April 22nd, 2008 4:51 pm ET

I say to Senator Clinton, DO NOT GIVE UP...you will make a great president of the united states. We need your help to get through this mess. People can't even drive to work because they can't afford gas and car repairs. Single parents are suffering terribly and being ignored. Disabled individuals can't afford food. Their entire check goes towards housing, and their foodstamps have been cut to nearly nothing. We need you to hang in their so you can help fix this mess we are in. PLEASE

tom, Boston   April 22nd, 2008 4:51 pm ET

forget the CNN's attempt to distract voters attention by this sort of nonesense, and

read up about the retired army generals,

who work for corporate military contractors (who have been robbing taxpayers by the billions and brutalizing the iraquis with impunity),

whom pentagon recruited, treated with cookies (access to military decision makers ),

armed with amunition (talking points about how the war is going great),

and punished or rewarded depending upon how closely they have parroted, as "expert analysts" on corporate media, the lines approved by pentagon / military industrial complex.

did you read the NYT's too-little too-late "breaking news" about

how the entire corporate media recruited the same group (handpicked and groomed by pentagon / military-industrial complex) as their "independent military analysts",

pretending that "it's not the media but the indenpendent experts who are saying the war is going great"?

paulina   April 22nd, 2008 4:50 pm ET

OBAMA 08!!!

GRENDY   April 22nd, 2008 4:49 pm ET

HE'S NOT EVEN THE DEMOCRATIC NOMINEE YET AND ALREADY WE HAVE SEEN THE CHANGES HE'S BROUGHT IN THE NATION. UNITING US ALL.

WHILE HILLARY CONTINUES LOSING VOTES, STATES, SUPPORT.. WHAT ARE ALL YOU HILLARY SUPPORTERS WAITING FOR?
-FOR HER TO LOSE TO JOHN MCCAIN IN NOVEMBER?!!!

IF YOU LOVE THIS COUNTRY YOU WOULD URGE HER TO STEP DOWN.. SHE'S A BRILLIANT LADY-JUST NOT FOR PRESIDENT.

INSTEAD OF WASTING THE PEOPLE'S MONEY, SHE SHOULD STEP DOWN AND PUT THAT MONEY WHERE IT'LL COUNT. SUPPORT OBAMA.

WAIT- SHE HAS NO MONEY.
-G

dreamseeker9   April 22nd, 2008 4:48 pm ET

To all of you Hillary folks who say Obama offended PA rural folks - YOU must pay attention. Most of these folks AGREE with Obama that they are bitter! So stop acting like your fallen Leader (?) or whatever her delusional self is and just say, Obama had the courage to go there when all the other folks are soooo busy spinning. They are bitter and only he had the gall to say it.

Theresa   April 22nd, 2008 4:47 pm ET

BOTH candidates need the supers. Hillary is not going to tie Obama in pledged delegates. It's mathematically impossible.

There is a lot of talk about him out spending her. Yes, he absolutely did. How? Why? Because he had enough money contributed by people who want to see him get the nomination. Not in large dollar amounts, either.

Hillary is in debt up to her eyeballs. $10 million! She's not paying her bills and she is still spending money. Not too good at raising money or money management, is she?

Roots of Bitterness   April 22nd, 2008 4:47 pm ET

........The proverbial "fat lady" is prepping her vocal cords............

Renee   April 22nd, 2008 4:47 pm ET

Yes, Obama can win in the General Election because we Democratics will come together and help Obama win against McCain

Roots of Bitterness   April 22nd, 2008 4:47 pm ET

PA will be a huge "fight", but even though Billary may win by a small margin, it does not do much for her campaign, especially after the remarkable comments she made about nuking Iran if it attacks Isreal (and she ain't even president!!!!)
What a way to become "We are the World, We are the children" Billary....

Matthew, Philadelphia, PA   April 22nd, 2008 4:46 pm ET

If Obama is the frontrunner, and he is outspending Hillary 3 to 1, shouldn't HE be winning in Pennsylvania? Let's be fair, Hillary came into PA with a lot of advantages due to the state's demographics. Obama's campaign initially set the expectation that they would not be able to win as a result, but everything he has done since has suggested they believed otherwise. From the manufactured speech on race to the obscene amount of money he has spent, and all the lame cheeseteak eating, Yuengling sipping and folksy bowling events in between, Obama has pulled out all the stops to win here. If he doesn't win, that should should send a serious message to the Democratic party.

nic vas   April 22nd, 2008 4:45 pm ET

My guess is we will wake up tomorrow and check CNN's delegate count and read: Obama 1720 Clinton 1590. Big step for Clinton? NOPE!! Still in debt? YEP!! Ready to compete in North Carolina? NOPE!! Fire another campain manager? YEP. Take out another loan and run more negative campains in North Carolina? YEP!! Why? Cause she can't admit SHE'S LOST!!!

Bring on McCain. Obama 08'

Willy   April 22nd, 2008 4:45 pm ET

Obama your toast sorry to say. Nice smile buts that's about it. Change: the empty word

matt   April 22nd, 2008 4:45 pm ET

Everytime I read CNN comment, it is just " Obama go", Go Obama, Yes we can, and so on. I realize that, this is a personal blog of Obama fan. And those who is undecider and Hillary supportter, you should know this. Trust yourself. don't trust this guy and CNN.

bg   April 22nd, 2008 4:44 pm ET

At this point, I wish Hillary and Barack would make a dem ticket because more of the same and Mc Cain will take the White House and that will mean 4 more years of "Bush."

ostriches burying our heads in the sand   April 22nd, 2008 4:43 pm ET

To Hillary Supporters living in Lala Land-

Of course she needs a blowout! How else can she claw back in to the race??? Spinning won't get her popular votes or delegates or states – all of which she is lagging in right now!!

Peter   April 22nd, 2008 4:42 pm ET

Is Pennsylvania "tailor-made" for Clinton? Is there something wrong with Obama? Is there some reason the voters of Pennsylvania should not want to vote for Obama?

The answer, for those of you who are politically-challenged, is quite simply, yes.

mama for obama St Paul MN   April 22nd, 2008 4:42 pm ET

Hey Hillary supporters – you gotta read this just in from North Carolina!

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RALEIGH, N.C. — U.S. Sen. Barack Obama won the endorsement of 29 North Carolina state legislators on Tuesday, a significant boost to his candidacy ahead of the state's May 6 primary.

Led by Senate Majority Leader Tony Rand and former Speaker of the House Dan Blue of Raleigh, the lawmakers repeated the same lines as others who have endorsed Obama — that the Illinois senator can bring people together and ignite change across the country.

Blue also challenged the Clinton campaign to remain positive in North Carolina, saying he had seen nothing but negativity so far in Pennsylvania.

"I hope this is not what we can should expect to come to North Carolina in the next two weeks," Blue said. "Tired old political tactics aren't going to bring about the kind of change we need."

Blue and Rand said their support comes in part because they think Obama will help Democrats win other offices in the state and because he has committed to win in North Carolina in November's general election.

Rand praised Obama for speaking directly. "He won't just tell everyone what they want to hear," Rand said. "He'll tell people what they need to hear."

He said the group will raise money and stump for Obama if they are asked. And he praised Obama's ability to raise millions of dollars in part on the strength of $100 donations.

Jim, Indiana   April 22nd, 2008 4:40 pm ET

GET OUT OF THE RACE OBAMA!!!

kaz   April 22nd, 2008 4:39 pm ET

CAN SOMEBODY TELL ME WHO TO VOTE FOR BECAUSE I HAVE HAD ENOUGH OF NEGATIVE CAMPAING ON BOTH SIDE
BARACK OBAMA REV WRIGHT
HILLARY CLINTON SNIPPER FIRE
JOHN MCCAIN WAR...WAR...WAR...WAR...WAR...AND WAR

@americans   April 22nd, 2008 4:39 pm ET

HILLARY's CAMPAIGN IS IN DEBT AND SHE IS ONLY STAYING IN THE RACE TO PAY OFF HER DEBTS!

IF SHE DOES NOT HAVE A BLOW-OUT WIN TONIGHT IN PA, SHE NEEDS TO GET OUT OF THE RACE AND SUPPORT OBAMA!

DEMOCRATS UNITE BEHIND OBAMA!

OBAMA '08!

LH, TX   April 22nd, 2008 4:39 pm ET

If Hillary had the money she would outspend Obama and you would be saying he needs to get out of the race because he's broke. Maybe, God is letting her be in debt so she cannot continue to spread her evil lies and start another war. Pennsylvania, if she continues in this race and we go into war again, we don't want to hear any complaints. We need to bring back communication with our enemies first before we talk about killing innocent people but maybe the world is coming to an end sooner than we think.

God Bless Obama! GO OBAMA '08

Jazmyn   April 22nd, 2008 4:38 pm ET

Good Point..She can't even manage 200 million dollars...How can She possible manage a trillion dollar debt..

mama for obama St Paul MN   April 22nd, 2008 4:38 pm ET

the billary train they are such old politics and will do and say anything they have to to get people's votes

none talks about Nafta
Canada
Bill's funds from the Saudis
their "clinton foundation," to avoid paying taxes adn have their own jet paid by our taxes
Bill's ' funds from the Colombians
"girl without insurance,"
Bosnia
snipers
pleaaaaaaaaaaaaaaase the list goes on and on but CNN and the networks forget too soon
......

bloggers   April 22nd, 2008 4:38 pm ET

what the bloggers need:

to be more respectful, to not to call names, to not to insult.
Your idol Obama is only human, Hillary is is only human. So stop this stupid – yes stupid – habits of insulting other people, what in Earth makes you think that you can dare to be this nasty? It only shows how low and stupid your mind is.

to " what Hillary needs"
calling her insane is really insane on your side, dear.

Julie M   April 22nd, 2008 4:38 pm ET

I take back my comment anyway, I dont want to get down and dirty, theres enough on here already, SORRY,

Chris   April 22nd, 2008 4:37 pm ET

They are both about smear politics. And you know who is loving this? The RNC of course. It will use the ads they have dreamed up to destroy each other for their own purposes. What do you think will happen then? Well of course McCain will win and we'll stay in Iraq and gas prices will continue to rise and HELLO depression.

But people that read CNN let me ask you this. At the end of the day do you really want a person with no experience who spouts rhetoric out of his mouth as your president? You may not like the Clintons but I think they are the only ones who know how to fix the problems of this country, after all Bill did it after 12 years of repubs in the white house- what has Obama done lately???

Someone answer me what his real politics are. Because I am having trouble determining them. I hear a lot about hope this and hope that. I am not too hopeful to be honest.

While I may not be in love with Hillary and the campaign she has run I have a lot more respect for her than for Obama.

***AMERICAN***   April 22nd, 2008 4:37 pm ET

She needs a lot of help and becuase of her health plan, she can get it. Hillary, what color is the sky in your world? It is blue in mine.

DF   April 22nd, 2008 4:36 pm ET

Here comes to Obama spin. Of course he will loose tonite but nothing will stop that spin.

Obama supporters, your candidate will never get the majority in delegate votes. Do the math or listen to CNN. The YES WE CAN man will have to get that from the majority of uncommitted superdelegates. If he CAN.

Or maybe he should change his mind about Florida and Michigan and insist on re-run Primaries with the winner TAKE ALL outcome.

But no, he won't do that because he knows he will not win because the demographics are not in his favor. But he is a GREAT Democrat who wants to listen to all of the people (who will vote for him only) Not the Jews, Catholics, Latinos and older folks over 60+ and bitter people, of course not.

My Name Is Sue, How Do You Do?   April 22nd, 2008 4:36 pm ET

All the Republicans postting for obama must really be sick today, The Republicans spent 40,000,000.00, and spent all this time bashing Hillary, and she is still "WINNING"

tracker   April 22nd, 2008 4:36 pm ET

USE YOUR HEAD TIM...IT IS THE SUPER DELAGATES THAT ARE GOING TO COUNT NOT THE VOTERS .YOU SHOULD HAVE FIGURED THAT OUT FROM FLORIDA AND MICHIGAN...THE VOTERS HAVE LOST THERE RIGHTS...OBAMA CAN BRUSH OFF HIS SHOULDER ALL HE WANTS, HE CAN PLAY ROCKY THAT DON'T MEAN HE IS HIM..OPRAH BACKED MARATHA STEWARD ...HOW MANY PEOPLE DID SHE SCREW?? TED KENNEDY, BACKED OBAMA WHY??BECAUSE BILL WOULDN'T BUCKLE DOWN TO HIM..BACK DOOR DEALS GOT HIM DELGATES THAT PUT THE KNIFE IN CLINTONS BACK..BUT THATS OKAY I'LL BET HE DON'T WIN RE-ELECTION..OBAMA HAS TOO MANY ANTI-AMERICAN FRIENDS...ALOT OF AMERICANS HAVE FORGOTTEN WHAT HAPPENED ON 911 OR THEY SURE IN HELL WOULD'NT BE VOTING FOR OBAMA...

Fight HIllary Fight   April 22nd, 2008 4:36 pm ET

I know that Hillary wil lwin tonight..

HP Boston   April 22nd, 2008 4:35 pm ET

No she needs to WIN. SHE WILL WIN!
Millions spent by BO still he loses, say what???
You guys keep setting thr bar higher, then lower, and even lower for BO.
As long as Barry loses that is all we need. BUT he will lose DOUBLE DIGETS! lol lol lol

mike   April 22nd, 2008 4:34 pm ET

Remember that Clinton entered the PA primary with a huge edge over Obama because of her past ties and connections to the party there.
This is in addition to the favorable make up of the electorate for her.
This is why it is so hard for Obama to win the primary. All this chatter about not closing the deal is ridiculous. All he has to do is keep it
close. Hillary needs the big win or it really doesn't help much.

Eugene   April 22nd, 2008 4:32 pm ET

I am not a Democrat but I am most certain that had John Edwards endorsed Senator Obama, he would've been able to capture that 7-8% of undecided voters.

Ceno   April 22nd, 2008 4:32 pm ET

Lets face it: The Clinton campaign is the absolutely honest.

She proves day by day that she is willing to sell the interests of her party and of the Americans for her own advantage.

Teresa W. of Newport Bch, CA   April 22nd, 2008 4:30 pm ET

She just made an absurd comment about obliverating Iran....is she declaring war on Iran....now? Or is she talking out the side of her neck? Face it Hillary, these comments sounds like war mongering and if you think that this will get you any vote....your very wrong. I don't want any part of your so called idealism of have your way with the United States and it people we are a free country...you can't scare, threaten, or make us vote for you. You lost majority of votes because of your comments. You don't need a blow out....you need to pack it up and blow it out of here.

Mfelder   April 22nd, 2008 4:30 pm ET

I am so fed up with this big state argument that Hillary is making. I believe that any democrate would be able to carry those states needed to win. Once, Obama announces his running mate, it should quiet the superdelegates. Hillary isn't the only one who can carry the big states. It depends on VP choice that Obama makes.

Smith   April 22nd, 2008 4:29 pm ET

Nobody can spit venom like Hillary can.

What a SLEAZY refrain, "stay out of the kitchen"

She's in the kitchen so much ripping out the sink and the plumbing,

she'd sink a rowboat (from monopolizing the refrigerator)

The kitchen is not where it's happenin honey.

She's having a tantrum.

Tiffany   April 22nd, 2008 4:29 pm ET

In the end – I don't believe anyone will tell Hillary she needs to drop out. The funny thing is that the rules keep changing. He has raised the most money, won the most states and clearly can get as many votes as she. He has changed the face of the democratic paty single handedly just be adding millions to the roster. What more do we need? That is a President. Someone who brings Democracy back to the people.

Lilarose   April 22nd, 2008 4:28 pm ET

The fact that Hillary Clinton is outspent by Obama is to her credit. She is still accomplishing wins, and it says to me that she can budget our government without breaking the bank.

The Clintons were very conservative in their spending when they entertained, and entertaining is something that is necessary in the White House, but they never had "glitsy" lavish affairs like the Bushes (especially when the honoree wasn't even there–like the Pope for example).

Remember when George W. Bush took a huge transport plane plus Air Force One to the NASCAR race, just to say "Gentlemen, start your engines?" Inside that transport were automobiles and helicopters among other things–the expense WE all paid for.

The Clintons are also very conservative spenders in their personal lives. Hillary wears nice clothes but not the labels like Queen Nancy Reagan wore.

I look at these things when I decide who to vote for.

Bill   April 22nd, 2008 4:28 pm ET

I think Obama is so happy PA elections are over. That place haunted him bad. Now lets see what card Hillary is going to play in the remaining contests. She is definately out of cards and Obama is going to remain one of the true contender.

Hillary keeps on spinning. It is not that, it is this. I am so tired of Clintons. Let's see who is going to waste money on this election. Thank you for buying time for Obama since from feb 5th to November could have been so long being rammed by the republicans. Go, go Obama we have your back!!
Obama all the way!

Roy (San Antonio)   April 22nd, 2008 4:27 pm ET

She may win this battle, but be real, it is not a come-back when she had a projected 30point lead; and due to, mainly by her own tactics, dropped to under 10points.

Yes a win is a win, but it's just the battle, at the end of the day, she is loosing the game.

I mean really why would anyone want this person and her family back in the highest authority in our nation.... Her ideas would be shot down so quick, that no matter how "popular" she may be there are so many (in DC) who just do not like them and would shoot down every effort she brings to the table. Many of which I doubt she'll even raise because she believed in the opposit in most cases (War in Iraq – a big one, and NAFTA – sponsored by her and her husband and still earning from it).

georgia   April 22nd, 2008 4:26 pm ET

All Obama needs to do is to repeat Hillary attacks back against her..she says.."Why hasn't he closed the deal?" well, he should say back to her, why hasn't she closed the deal?? and to Bill also...if he can't take the jibbing from the reporters..then he should take off his uniform and get out of the game..same thing he said about Obama..give it back just as it comes to you, Obama!!!!

Vic   April 22nd, 2008 4:26 pm ET

Anyone from PA supporting Obama should get off the computer and call the campaign HQ and volunteer to help get out the vote.

TJ   April 22nd, 2008 4:25 pm ET

Don't you mean, CNN says Clinton needs big win. As a well-educated, young, democratic, Pennsylvanian, I would never vote for someone who continues to explain nothing and answer everything with the color of his skin, He is not stupid, in fact he is rather clever.....he knows how to guilt people into voting for him when he can't even explain himself. Quick, lets start crying for Obama because not everyone in this country is fooled by someone so inexperienced. Hillary is the only choice for Democrats or be prepared to sit and watch McCain ride down Pennsylvania Avenue. Way to go CNN, another brilliant BIASED performance.

Texan for Progression   April 22nd, 2008 4:25 pm ET

I don't know the facts behind the claim that Clinton would already be the nominee under the electoral system, but for the sake of argument, I'll concede the point. But understand this, OUR country was built out of frustration of taxation without representation and that gave birth to "one man-one vote". The electoral college facilitated the idea of one man-one vote, to the best of its ability, in the absence of today's technology. Surely all will agree that our current system of voting is obsolete. The idea is that the MAJORITY RULES!!! So please....stop tossing around excuses as to why the minority should rule. THAT IS UNPATRIOTIC!!!!

dres   April 22nd, 2008 4:23 pm ET

I am a Obama supporter... but the way he is talking... sounds like its official we lost pa. UGH i want this race to be over... im tired of this lady! You old people are the ones that got our country in trouble and voted for BUSH 2 TIMES! Let us young people take this country over! WE ARE THE ONES THAT WE'VE BEEN WAITING FOR!

Obama '08

floridian   April 22nd, 2008 4:23 pm ET

Why doesn't the DNC or somebody else that is wearing a Donkey lapel pin add up the margins of victory for each of the states that were won by both candidates? And then compare the results and figure out just how much Sen. Obama won by versus how much Sen. Clinton won by in each of the states. I would venture that many, including the violently bitter individuals who have written comments on this article, would be surprised at the results. Methinks one would conclude that Sen. Obama is not the big winner in those states that really matter in the general election (read: lots of electoral votes). Just thought it would be interesting...

What Hillary Needs...   April 22nd, 2008 4:20 pm ET

I disagree with the statement that Hillary "needs a blowout win."

What she really needs is a psychiatrist, to help her deal with her mental health issues.

No person in their right mind could have made up the story about the heroic landing in Bosnia under sniper fire, and then repeated it over and over.

This lady has real mental problems, and we need to recognize that and stop bashing her.

Solola Hutchinson   April 22nd, 2008 4:19 pm ET

Clinton started with a 20 plus lead in PA., Superdelegates look @ the whole picture. She can't catch up the numbers are too huge. If you give the nomination to Clinton the Democratic Party will be destroyed. Some people will not vote, others will vote John. The worse thing a person can be is a lair. She has proven to the world, she is a lair and can't be trusted. The Democratic Party is goven by rules. Obama has played by the rules and won.

gerard morei   April 22nd, 2008 4:18 pm ET

For Denis: SUPERB COMMENT!!!!
Hillary for President 2009!!!!

Levae   April 22nd, 2008 4:18 pm ET

Hillary got Debunked.

barry   April 22nd, 2008 4:18 pm ET

i am registering independent tomorrow and plan on voting for McCain.
Best of Luck....Obama

Rachael, Arlington Texas   April 22nd, 2008 4:18 pm ET

The simple fact that anyone is mentioning the color of Obama's skin is disgusting. I love how Hillary supporters are racists and Obama's supporters care about the FACTS.

Let's see...
Hillary lies. (Bosnia snipers?)
Hillary attacks fake issues (flag pin?)
Hillary takes huge donations from corporations vs. Obama takes small donations from real people (and Hillary's campaign is in debt, while Obama's is flourishing)

Do we really want this nomination to be decided by closed door, old school politics or by the will of the people? (which one is in the constitution?)

If you are truly an AMERICAN that believes in FREEDOM then you will support Obama, regardless of your political affiliations.

And for those 'democrats' supporting Hillary – Come out of the closet, you're a republican. Show your true colors.

Al, Missouri   April 22nd, 2008 4:17 pm ET

"she has the support of the Democratic establishment" – and you dont, start your own party call it the party of HATE!

- That's why Ted Kennedy endorsed Obama. Get the facts straight before you start running your mouth. There's a reason Obama gets the support of educated people, WE KNOW BETTER!!

Andrew Samtoy   April 22nd, 2008 4:16 pm ET

I'm more and more frustrated with the conclusion that pundits seem to draw about who wins and loses the primaries. The implication that if Clinton wins a state then Obama cannot later win it is patently absurd. If Clinton wins Pennsylvania today, and Obama goes on to win the Democratic primary, there is absolutely no reason why he won't be able to win Pennsylvania against McCain. Similarly, there's no reason why Obama wouldn't be able to win Ohio against McCain, and there's no reason Clinton wouldn't be able to win all of Obama's states against McCain.

The polls are also silly. So the Democrats have a three point lead today, or last week; a lot can happen before November. We should be making our decisions based on the best candidate to put forward, period. We shouldn't pick a candidate just because he or she can win.

Levae   April 22nd, 2008 4:16 pm ET

The Wicked Witch is DONE>

M.E.M Kansas city   April 22nd, 2008 4:16 pm ET

Let's see Gov. Rendel pull a rabbit out of his hat. Because that's why she's still in this race establishment backing. Think about it.

Liz   April 22nd, 2008 4:15 pm ET

I hope Obama blows her away.

The Perpetual Student   April 22nd, 2008 4:15 pm ET

It is the truth. What does a close win do for her?

the voice of reason   April 22nd, 2008 4:15 pm ET

Lets say Clinton wins by 20 points tonight (which she won't). She will still be more then 100 delegates behind Obama and have less of the popular vote. North Carolina is coming up in 2 weeks which is expected to go to Obama by an even larger margin then Clinton can possibly pick up tonight. The Clinton campaign seriously needs to begin explaining even one scenario in which they can possibly win this primary. It just is not going to happen. The sooner CNN and the rest of the media start asking them this question the sooner we can put this behind us and start focusing on beating McCain in November.

zed   April 22nd, 2008 4:14 pm ET

Hey ! CNN = Clinton national network last night The ferny king show had Clinton on and after the show they had dd Mayer and the guy from fix the news guy Tony. they did not have any one from Obama side the most disgusting network they want Clinton and John to be the nominee tell me why! they do all this settle thing that makes go huh!! the American people are a lot smarter than that . WINK WINK

b-liberal   April 22nd, 2008 4:14 pm ET

Leave it to Obama to spin his loss into a win. And I suppose up is down, and left is right. This is why I don't trust this guy one bit. He will say anything to distract people from reality.

Reminds me of Bush calling a losing strategy in Iraq "winning".

Obama was the "change" candidate right?

Pragmatist, SoCal   April 22nd, 2008 4:14 pm ET

Obama cant close the deal? Huh? The outspending did work – he CLOSED THE CLINTON LEAD. Win or lose tonight – he still wins. The math speaks for itself no matter how much clever spin phrases like "a win is a win" are used. After tonight watch the Obama endorsments roll in, because he would have racked up even MORE delegates compared to those hilary has, and MORE poular votes. Keep the campaign alive (and him not put his foot in his moutn again ) he still is adding to his HUGE popular vote lead, and adding delegates.

Like it or not folks – it DOES matter, and you cant wish that away. The 20 pt, sure shot win is down to single digits because he came, he spoke and it worked...
Hard to swallow, I know...truth tedns to hurt

John Benner   April 22nd, 2008 4:14 pm ET

Don't you just love how Obama is spinning his loss in Pennsylvania as some sort of win? The guy spent tons of money in that state and comes up short, but of course Obama has to make it look like he played to lose. Ever been to the 8th grade where those games are played?

***AMERICAN***   April 22nd, 2008 4:14 pm ET

War Huh, What is it good for?

Getting peope scared so they will vote for you. Nuke Iran Hill! We love you!

After an all out nuclear exchange, you won't have to worry about doing your hair.

Ready for Change   April 22nd, 2008 4:13 pm ET

A loss for Obama is a loss for Obama, no need to spin it any other way, 6 weeks to campaign and outspending Hillary 3 to 1, and nothing to show for it but a big loss.

Joe Green   April 22nd, 2008 4:13 pm ET

Delegates in most States are awarded by proportional voting. So no, losing by a few percentage points is no big deal.

Obama "won" Iowa, but Hillary got more delegates.

Hillary "wom" New Hampshire, but Obama got more delegates.

Hillary claimed to "win" Texas, but Obama got more delegates.

In the race for delegates, what matters is....delegates.

Funny how that works, eh?

If Hillary wins by 9 % points, that could mean she gets 83 delgates and Obama gets "only" 75 delegates.

Which means the race is still tied, and Hillary has closed the gap by maybe 8 delegates.

Still not enough to win the nomination.

She has to win all the remaining States by 75% or more to even tie Obama.

This nonsense about "wimming big States in November" is just that. The primary system and the electoral college are completely different in terms of delegates (proprotionally allocated) and electors (generally winner take all).

How dumb does the Clinton campaign think we are?

Don't answer that.

Reid   April 22nd, 2008 4:13 pm ET

What debate? Did the candidates debate any issues at all? Oh, you mean the former Clinton Communications Directors sneak attack on Obama that had little or nothing to do with the issues that effect the voters. The "tabloid debate" that could have been, and probably was, crafted by Wolfson. This is the same media that gave Hillary the big "win" in Texas eventhough Obama won more delegates. Even a 6th grader can do the delegate math but it seems that the media and Hillary supporters are unable to do so. Perhaps this is an indictment of the U.S. education system.

Gordon   April 22nd, 2008 4:13 pm ET

All you Obama lovers...get off the train...you like him have no clue who his nor do you know who you are...You are miss guided, lost and looking for some one to blame becuase you are loosers...

Obama is a looser why?... he lets his children listen to a lunatic minister preach American hatred..imagime your children listening to people like Wright...or is it Obama...what ever...all the same thougths

Hillary 08

Carl from pa   April 22nd, 2008 4:13 pm ET

Silly Clinton's. A race among democrates in no way suggests you will win or lose against the republicans! This notion is totally absurd, especially in Pennsylvania where there is a closed election!!

I hope people, and the super delegats, don't fall for this bad logic.

A. Harrison   April 22nd, 2008 4:13 pm ET

Where is Bill Richardson these days? I hope this gives him a little egg in the face. Your state voted Clinton and you went left, I hope someone can explain this concept to John Lewis of Georgia. And if the SuperDelegate actions are their perrogative, then someone please Muzzle Nancy Pelozi.

:)

Obama 08   April 22nd, 2008 4:13 pm ET

Yeah, a win is a win. Obama has won how many states more than Clinton if a win is a win. Obama is a winner and no matter what she does, she will not be the nominee because she is peasing people off every minute she opens her mouth.

Ladyleo   April 22nd, 2008 4:12 pm ET

Well if Hillary does not get a blowout she needs to bow out.

Peter   April 22nd, 2008 4:12 pm ET

Pure and simple She is the best and most prepared and qualified.
Remember she won the swing and big States a must win if you want to be President.
November election is primary not caucuses.
Hillary 08

Jim, Illinois   April 22nd, 2008 4:11 pm ET

She's not going to give up. The ego is too big. I'm sure they are starting their strategy to run as an independent.

Robert   April 22nd, 2008 4:11 pm ET

All these people telling Senator Clinton to quit are sexists.

Why is sexism ok, but racism is not?

Joles   April 22nd, 2008 4:11 pm ET

Obama is not ready to be president.

HILLARY 08

Amrish Puri   April 22nd, 2008 4:10 pm ET

IT LOOKS LIKE JACK CAFFERTY IS PAID EMPLYEE FOR BROCK O BAMA
THE ONLY PERSON I HAVE SEEN ON CNN THAT HE WANTS BROCK I WILL TILL HIM ONE THING
NO OBAMA
NO OSAMA

Jim   April 22nd, 2008 4:10 pm ET

Why does she need a blowout. Obama still doesn't have enough delegates. The only way he gets enough is if hers pledge to him, and we know that's not going to happen. If you take poll percentages and apply them to the delegate and vote totals, it's a statistical tie. Additionally, if you look at the percentage of her supporters that would support McCain, if Obama's the nominee, and vice versa she fares far better than what's his name. That tells you something. Less of his supporters are loyal to the end. Which supports the theory they're a bunch of snot nosed kids that have no clue.

KIRBY   April 22nd, 2008 4:10 pm ET

HILLARY, DO US A FAVOR AND DROP OUT, THERE IS NO CHANCE YOU CAN WIN THE GENERAL ELECTION, WE CAN'T TRUST YOU AS COMMANDER IN CHIEF,OBAMA IS OUR LEADER AND THE BEST MAN FOR THE JOB

GO OBAMA!!!!!!

George Z   April 22nd, 2008 4:09 pm ET

When people are doing well, they tend to take high risk since they can afford some volatility. When not well, they tend to take low risk since they can’t afford. Now we all think we are not doing well. We really can not afford to pick a high risky candidate in this election though this candidate may bring high return. Pick a low risky candidate!

Unshrub   April 22nd, 2008 4:09 pm ET

If she wins the nomination, I am going to unplug my radio, TV and disconnect my computer until after the election. I will not vote for McCain and I am so tired of hearing Hillary or Bill whine and double-talk that I couldn't bring myself to vote for her either. I am so tired of her campaign style and the only reason I would vote for her is because of the Supreme Court nominations.

evy   April 22nd, 2008 4:08 pm ET

(coming from a dem who's never voted republican) dems will realize obama is too left for the rest of the country and too inexperienced to lead this country when we lose the election. WAY TO GO PARTY PEOPLE!!!

KIRBY   April 22nd, 2008 4:08 pm ET

HILLARY, DO US A FAVOR AND DROP OUT, THERE IS NO CHANCE YOU CAN WIN THE GENERAL ELECTION, WE CAN'T TRUST YOU AS COMMANDER IN CHIEF,OBAMA IS OUR LEADER AND THE BEST MAN FOR THE JOB

GO OBAMA!!!!!!

natalie   April 22nd, 2008 4:07 pm ET

Peter,

Thanks for the info. I still think Barack will get the nomination.....

Cindy   April 22nd, 2008 4:07 pm ET

That's right! She needs to win by a margin of 20% or more to have it make a big difference to the superdelegates!

There's noy way she'll win by that today or in any of the upcoming contests, it's impossible for her t catch up and the superdelegates know that!

Jesse - San Antonio TX   April 22nd, 2008 4:07 pm ET

Lets see, Obama is outspending her 2 to 1. The media refuses to ask tough questions and continues to give Obama free rides.

And then there was that Bosnia mispeak.

If he can't win with all that help, what makes you think he will win the general election.

He has lost all the important states. He still did minimal in Florida and Michigan. He lost in Florida despite running ads on MSNBC and CNN. He, Edwards, Biden and Richardson all got less than 34% in Michigan. She still got more than 50% of the vote even with all those uncommitted people chosing not to vote for her.

Maybe he should bow out.

Rheem   April 22nd, 2008 4:06 pm ET

Once again I marvel at the ignorance of some HRC supporters. The Primary race is a race for delegates’ not individual States. So if HRC losses or wins by a small number, it does nothing to erase the delegate lead Senator Obama has on Senator Clinton. By the way, North Carolina is looming (May 6th) and as a resident I feel obliged to tell HRC supporters that his is not “Clinton Country.” Prepare for a whipping.

Ed   April 22nd, 2008 4:06 pm ET

Was driving around Montgomery and Bucks County this past weekend. The landscape was awash with Clinton signs. Not a single Obama sign to be seen.

Barry doesn't stand a chance.

Go Hillary!

Hillarygetoutof theracenow   April 22nd, 2008 4:06 pm ET

This tells me that none of hillary's supporters are educated enough to realize laws of mathematics it is imposible for hillary to win this nomination unless she wins by 20 pts for the remaining contest.

Patricia   April 22nd, 2008 4:06 pm ET

Perell....... I'm with you! NH wasn't naive... I'm here and this state was OBAMA country! Big time..... the vote here was 'fixed'.... I'll go to my grave believing it......The exit polls didn't lie.... we wanted OBAMA!

Brett, Utah   April 22nd, 2008 4:05 pm ET

Of course Clinton has to win big! If she cannot win big in a state she is favored and has multiple ties how is she ever going to possibly win the general?

Obama OR McCain 2008

Jaymes Spiekerman   April 22nd, 2008 4:05 pm ET

Both sides of this conversation are WAY TOO NEGATIVE... let's remember that both of these people we are voting for are democrats. Unity is what they are talking about in November, but it is US the people that need to unify the party!!!

Tony Z- MD   April 22nd, 2008 4:04 pm ET

If she does not win PA by more than 10PTS- it is a basic tie. She is in financial trouble. HRC supporters- why does she have more money for the general election- ie sense of entitlement.

Bill Clinton once said choose a candidate that offers hope over one who plays at your fears.

Obama '08

Bill   April 22nd, 2008 4:04 pm ET

I am with you on this one. Meet me in Indiana you have my vote!

gerard morei   April 22nd, 2008 4:03 pm ET

Howard Wolfson is rigth on the money, to achieve victory in Nobember Democrats have to win these States. Only Hillary can do it and I hope the remaining States and the Superdelegates realize that, otherwise we all going to regret a bad decision. Superdelegates are not college students trying to select a student council member, they are people with expierence in politics (at least the mayority) and they have to support the person with more and better qualities to be the President and that is Hillary Clinton.
Hillary for President 2009!!!!

Makeshift   April 22nd, 2008 4:03 pm ET

When you spend ZERO dollars and I spend ONE dollar, ive outspent you infinity to one. Hillary's problem is she has no money to spend, it's not that Barack is spending more.

A Proud Typical Ordinary American   April 22nd, 2008 4:02 pm ET

Re: Denis 3:47 PM

You are absolutely right! Just check out the polls in all those states that Barry won in the South with 90% of the AA vote. In most of those John is ahead by double digits.

If HRC can make Barry respond negatively with her menial nonsensical attacks, I can't imagine what he'll do when John's supporters start peeling the onion on Barry. He won't be able to take heat thrown at him and we already know how he responds. He'll make John look like an angel.

Chico   April 22nd, 2008 4:02 pm ET

Yeah, in PA we are stupid, redneck, gun nuts. Unless your talking about Philly or Pittsburg. Da da ding ding ding ding ding...........

READ THIS POST...   April 22nd, 2008 4:01 pm ET

A blogger posted...........

"Boy OBAMA looks evil!!!

REALLY-
And Hillary looks like an OLD, Bloated, demon from H-–!
If looks were the decider, Obama wins hands down.

Signed,
A realistic white lady

marion   April 22nd, 2008 4:01 pm ET

I support Obama. My niece is a member of The Young Democrats in Cleveland, Ohio and her friend is a member of The Young Replublicans.
Imagine her surprise when her friend telephoned to inform her that at a recent meeting before the Ohio primary, her and other Republicans had switched sides and were going to be voting for Hilliary. Why? They felt that their candidate, McCain, would have an easier opponent in Hilliary. Newspapers reported after the elections that investigations were going to be conducted because of the number of Republicans that had voted Democrat. Pennsylvania learn from our mistake! Don't allow another Republican in office. Vote Obama!!!

AZM   April 22nd, 2008 4:01 pm ET

A win is a win... Mr. Obama... you don't have enough delegates for the nomination either... so it will be up to the Supers as the rules state...

Elitist High Horse Hypocrite.... YOU HAVEN'T WON!

one point is enough.... Never give it up Hillary!

yaw   April 22nd, 2008 4:00 pm ET

Ladies and gentlemen us patriotic Americans should be happy the unpatriotic OBAMA says if Hillary wins by 10 or more HE is drouping out!!!!!!!!!!!! come on PA lets get this weak kitten of a man out off here!!!!
Hilary by 12 points

Erin   April 22nd, 2008 4:00 pm ET

Neutral,

Come back to Earth now. Hillary didn't win Texas – just because you say it doesn't make it true. And we all know there are no caucuses in the GE. Do you even know what a caucus is?

Don't blame the Republicans for voting for Obama... those that did voted for him because they think he's the best candidate, not in some lame attempt to sway the nomination (like with Rush Limbaugh's stupid idea).

Face it. Obama is a formidable opponent, and with his honesty it's getting harder & harder for Clinton to compete!

So stop smoking the doobie, & just take a nap. You'll feel better when you wake up.

Stephanie-in-Vegas   April 22nd, 2008 3:59 pm ET

Hillary is a deceptor......again, it explains why people of greator intelligence vote for Obama. People who don't have critical thinking skills can't quite grasp the fact that the Clintons are not in this for the American People. Such a shame.

julia   April 22nd, 2008 3:59 pm ET

hill-billy go home.

obama 08

Sharon Minnesota   April 22nd, 2008 3:59 pm ET

The Obama supporters are only ruining the election for all of us. No one will vote for him come November because of the way the media and his supporters are slandering a good woman and her family.

You're only shooting yourselves in the foot with Rev. Wright style of propaganda showing up on these blogs. It just proves that he's got you all in his cultish clutches.

No Way Obama

Hillary or McCain 08

Jack - Miami   April 22nd, 2008 3:59 pm ET

Fellow Americans – stop asking God to decide any of the primaries or the Presidential race. He/She ain't going do it. This is something WE have to do as a people. YOU need to make a choice.
That is why the Super-delegates are a bunch of band-wagoneers! The average citizen makes their voting decision – but SD can wait and change and fix their wagon to the horse at the finish line.

HRC is going to win big in PA because there are not enough people who think outside the box and look to their future. Older voters don't care about the younger citizens or their kids. They will stay in their boxes where it is comfortable. HRC is not change. All of the Obamaites will either go back to the GOP or stay home. Too bad. McCain or HRC – just more of the same.

dave desmond   April 22nd, 2008 3:59 pm ET

HILLARY, EXSCUSE ME.....
........ WHERE'S THE SO CALLED EXPERIENCE?? LET'S SEE YOU WIN THE NOMINATION. ...BUT OF COURSE WE ALL KNOW YOU CAN'T. . WE CAN ALL PRETEND ALL WE WANT. ....'WHY COULDN'T YOU CLOSETHE DEAL HILLARY????

Q   April 22nd, 2008 3:59 pm ET

Quinnipiac
10/31/7 – 11/05/7
443 RV
Clinton: 48%
Obama: 15%

Clinton +33.0

***AMERICAN***   April 22nd, 2008 3:58 pm ET

He is more truthful than HRC.

RAY IN NJ   April 22nd, 2008 3:58 pm ET

So many of the HRC supporters are now in sudden deniable about her eventual downfall, to the point that "a win is a win" is an acceptable stance regardless of the fact that she was up 20 points a few weeks ago! But more interestingly is that HRC totally dismissed Obama's wins AND the voters by stating he was 'supposed' to win those states (i.e., high volume of black voters). Well, "a win is a win" no matter where the game was played!

Hydrogen from Water is the answer!!   April 22nd, 2008 3:58 pm ET

AND IN THIS CORNER!!!

A SOCIOPATHIC LIAR versus A HOPE MONGER

I'll pay 3 to 1 that hope takes it all in the final round!!

Gracie   April 22nd, 2008 3:57 pm ET

Sen. Obama does NOT need to close a deal he just needs to CLOSE her gap and he's done just that.

If she wins by 10 votes it will still be a huge LOST when you think she was 20+ votes in the LEAD just weeks ago!! I mean come on, let's call it like it is. Everyone though Sen. Obama could NOT narrow the margin, let alone win. But he's accomplished MORE than anyone ever gave him credit for, and he did it within a two week period of being in PA. So that in itself is truly remarkable and to be commended.

The fact of the matter is, everyone is now starting to re-evaluate their "Queen Clinton" who they placed on this "holier than thou" pedestal UNTIL her true colors starting to show. Americans are starting to see the TRUE HILLARY and they don't LIKE what they see. It's reflecting in her huge drop in the popularity votes, BIG drop in the National Polls, etc. American's just DON'T TRUST HER!! AND as long as she continues to play the "kitchen sink" strategy, she'll continue to sink her own ship. Bottom line.

The pressure is on Hillary, Sen. Obama DID what he set out to do and that was cut her off at the knees and he did that quickly and continued to do that right up to voting day in PA.

Texan for Progression   April 22nd, 2008 3:57 pm ET

Above, Howard Wolfson says, "As I said in November you either win Pennsylvania by one (vote) against John McCain or you lose it, you either win Ohio by one vote against John McCain or you lose it. This is a perfect illustration of the problem I have w/ Clinton and her supporters. Why does it take only one vote to win against McCain, but the popular vote against Clinton can be discarded? Furthermore, the argument for superdels to supersede the popular vote is predicated on the "big swing state" theory which implies that small states don't really matter. Yet, Clinton and her surrogates manufacture the distraction that Obama doesn't care about the small town people. These are solid references, not hate-filled empty rhetoric often spewed by Clinton supporters..

Lore   April 22nd, 2008 3:57 pm ET

It seems as though Hillary is counting on the white voters who would not give Barack the time of day at the polls, yet many say blacks are only voting for Barack because he is black. I think a small number may be voting along racial lines but the majority of blacks know the issues and are voting accordingly. I have always respected the Clintons and would have voted for Hillary as i did for Bill but their sense of entitlement to this nomination has really been a turn off. She is so desparate to get that nomination she would do and say anything. I believe she would rather see John McCain win in the general election so she can say I told you Obama was unelectable. The fact they are similar on the issues but Obamas lack of experience may be his best strength, Washington needs major change and someone who doesnt have a long history of typical Washington policies wont have a hard time breaking that historically damaging mindset that has destroyed this country and its reputation. Electing the same old politicians with that same old mindset will only keep us on the same old path of self destruction...Change cant and wont happen this way.

Alice   April 22nd, 2008 3:57 pm ET

Yeah, Hillary needs to blow you all the way back to Chicago, Obama – where you belong

And if she doesn't do it, McCain surely will

Veteran from New York City   April 22nd, 2008 3:57 pm ET

The Governor of PA stated that the PA White voters will never vote for a Black Man like Obama, I'm hoping that's the case. If not, Senator Clinton needs to bow out of the Race for the sake of the Party.

Senator Clinton along with her Husband and those narrow minded people that support her, they all need to go. I do not understand the philosophy of the so-called Super-Delegates that cannot see that Senator Clinton carries way too much of excess baggages, she will never win in the General Election.

The lack of integrity and honesty of the current administration of President Bush and Cheney take America to war and created this mess that we are in right now. A win for Senator Clinton will produce the exact same result of President Bush's administration because Senator Clinton's lack of honesty and integrity will sink America like the Titanic.

America needs a swift change and Senator Obama represents that change. America needs Senator Obama to rebuilt her image.

Matt   April 22nd, 2008 3:56 pm ET

You Hillary supporters have completely lost it.

Kevin Leo (Jonesboro, GA)   April 22nd, 2008 3:56 pm ET

Hillary often refers to the nominating process as a job interview. Well, if I gave any new hire a budget of 200 million dollars and after one year, they have blown this budget out of the water and come back to me with mixed results and a debt of almost 10 million dollars, you can bet I would fire them in a heart beat!!!

Ram   April 22nd, 2008 3:56 pm ET

Go Hillary! Stay strong and keep fighting! but when the crap hit the fan that is Hillary fans ,say after me , we like it so, u die hards need to change your mind set.

Hydrogen from Water is the key!   April 22nd, 2008 3:56 pm ET

AND IN THIS CORNER!!!

A SOCIOPATHIC LIAR versus A HOPEMONGER

I'll pay 3 to 1 that hope takes it all in the final round!!

Anthony-Minneapolis,MN   April 22nd, 2008 3:56 pm ET

Clearly this producer is biased in favor of Clinton calling what Hillary Clinton put a the bar of success back in early April as a big win in PA. The claim to catching him in pledged delegates, etc also came out of her claim back then of a big win in PA. So Obama didn't set the bar or goal posts, she did.

Amazing, he erases a 30 point lead to effectively eliminate any legitimate claim as if she had one before to the nomination. Another CNN hack proping up the Clinton Campaign.

This like the needle being stuck on a record player and no one wants to pick it up and turn off the music for Hillary Clinton.

At the end of the day tuesday april 22 2008 Obama will stil lbe ahead in pledged delegates, states won and popular vote. PA please pick up the needle from this broken record

sabrina01   April 22nd, 2008 3:55 pm ET

Why can't Hillary win the other stated why has Obama won 30 states he is the people choice...Hillary we had her before where is the college fund from the 90"s we didn't have any all of the sudden she wants to give us something becuase Obama is paying attention...we don't want any more Clintons and Bushes

Jake   April 22nd, 2008 3:55 pm ET

Would someone PLEASE tell me what Obama stands for?

BettiH, Indianapolis, IN.   April 22nd, 2008 3:55 pm ET

Eric-Illinois... Are you drunk or stupid or both? Hilary is a millionaire ghetto girl, who can't pay her debts nor or campaign workers, she knows she can't win the nomination fair and square regardless of what states Obama has won, he won them fair and square no one cheats for a black man... as they have for Hilary. She had to win TX and she didn't, she had to win OH and she only netted 7 delegates...so Eric in Illinois ...you get a clue.

Charles   April 22nd, 2008 3:55 pm ET

He has bean her in more states.
He has beat her in more votes
He has beat her in delegates

She has 35 yrs of expereince and she still cannot win and she has the Former President of the US on the campaign. She used to be in the white house and she can't beat a 1st term senator.....

Question: Why didn't she win this back in Feb 5, 2008 on "Super Tuesday, Why!" She had all the cards. Lets end this already. We might be stuck with another Bush term of taxes and War.

Sara from Arizona   April 22nd, 2008 3:55 pm ET

PA VOTERS, LISTEN TO HER REMARK ON IRAN TODAY. SHE SOUNDS LIKE A WAR MOGERING REPUBLICAN. BE WISE TODAY, OBAMA 08' Hillary=Bush

Duh....!   April 22nd, 2008 3:55 pm ET

You know, after reading the postings about BHO, I'd personally figure that if he were a white guy, most black Americans would be voting for yours truly...HRC...you know, they guy who used to be office, yea...his wife, not his girlfriend!

Sharon Minnesota   April 22nd, 2008 3:54 pm ET

No amount of Rev. Wright style brainwashing by Mr. Obama or the deluded media is going to keep PA from showing him who they're for.

This contest will continue on until Hillary Clinton is our president come January 09.

Don't Stop Hillary

To ALL Clinton Supporters   April 22nd, 2008 3:54 pm ET

We ALL make typos but PLEASE! If you are ALWAYS going to use this word to insult the man who is in the lead then PLEASE at least SPELL it correctly mmmKAY?? Too many of you get it wrong. ( just trying to help)

It is LOSER not LOOSER.

example; Hillary has been the LOSER in TWICE as many states as Obama!

and The Clintons have a much LOOSER grip on reality that most people on this Earth.

By the way look it up, he has won twice as many states as she has but we won't go into MATH today. I'm too tired.

Carrie   April 22nd, 2008 3:54 pm ET

I agree with Michael. She can't win the nomination without the super delegates voting against the will of the popular vote and the regular delegates. Obama is almost even now in the super delegate vote.
More and more endorse Barack every day. She needs to quit but she won't. This will go on to at least June 3rd.

Will from York. PA   April 22nd, 2008 3:54 pm ET

Hillary will win by 15 points today! Don't know who they been polling in PA, but none of my friends or colleagues have been called. Hillary has strong support and I believe many have been holding back on their opinion to blow Obama out of the water. The bitter comment may have seem to go away, to the contrary, it has just been festering under the radar. Indiana will also go for Clinton and she has closed the gap in North Carolina from 19 points to 9.
The climate is changing and she will bury him in West Virginia and Kentucky! Just the facts...

karen from va   April 22nd, 2008 3:53 pm ET

amazing – Woflson will try to spin a slip of about 20 points into a major victory. Why can't people see through this?

Obama for the Future   April 22nd, 2008 3:53 pm ET

I can't believe the Clintons are saying Obama can't seal the deal when they can't.

I can't remember all the odds for her going in to the PA primary but the highest was a win by 26 points. She has attacked Obama continuously, she has had Bill (a former ex-President) out there spreading his venom and then of course the darling 28 year old Chelsea campaigning who was brave enough to take on that sniper fire with her mom but won't take questions from the press. She has also had the entrenched old party faithfuls in her court.

PA, please don't leave it up to a collection of 60 somethings or feminists to determine the fate of our nation. There are going to be polarized prejudices that won't ever change but those should not stand in the way of one of the greatest leaders this county has the opportunity to elect in decades.

CNN moderators.... Please let me out of "awaiting moderation" purgatory   April 22nd, 2008 3:52 pm ET

to those who claim the following:

"Ha ha is it joke? after spending so much of money can’t close the game" –vic nashville,Tn

I counter.... If he's such a nobody... HOW COME HILLARY,

(with the power and prestige of her husband's presidency, connections and financing)

CAN'T CLOSE OUT ON THIS LITTLE JUNIOR SENATOR???

Patricia   April 22nd, 2008 3:52 pm ET

single mom for Obama

CHANGE IS COMING   April 22nd, 2008 3:51 pm ET

IF YOU DONT LIKE OBAMAS MESSAGE, HIS POLITICS, OR EVEN HIM, THAN FINE.
I CAN RESPECT THAT.

ITS REALLY SAD THAT SO MANY PEOPLE MASK THEIR
FEARS AND RESERVATIONS OF HAVING A BLACK PRESIDENT WITH SUCH SHALLOW COMMENTS.

" THATS WHY IM NOT VOTING FOR HIM" OR " YOU LOST MY VOTE"
-SAVE THE LIP SERVICE, HE NEVER HAD YOUR VOTE AND DIDNT NEED IT.

YOU WERE LOOKING FOR A WAY TO MASK THE TRUTH

BLAME THIS, BLAME THAT, BUT EVEN IF ALL EXCUSES WERE GONE, YOU STILL WOULDNT VOTE FOR HIM.

SAD, REALLY SAD.

EQUALITY STARTS WITH TRUTH.

THE TRUTH IS THAT CHANGE IS COMING, IF NOT
WITH OBAMA, THAN WITH THE NEXT.

YOU CAN ONLY POSTPONE IT.

Grif   April 22nd, 2008 3:51 pm ET

You are Finished Obama.. You're Scared!!!!!!

Tim , Seattle   April 22nd, 2008 3:50 pm ET

Brett said "This is the stupidest thing I have ever heard, Mr. Obama. You need to realize that a win is a win: period"

Perhaps you are the dope, Brett
He didnt say he was going to win. It is a fact that if she doesnt win by at least 12-20 points, the math will go from a slim chance to none for her.
If you can defy the laws of mathematics and prove otherwise, please do so. None of her supporters have been able to do so. And neither will you.

So perhaps a win is a win to your candidate, but to ours its just insurance Obama will win if he loses by under double digits. we just have to run out the clock after today.
Hillary needs a major stumble by Barack or some other act of God, because outside of that, she's toast.

Hillary, drop out now to avoid runing the party into the ground.

Obama 08

Ann   April 22nd, 2008 3:50 pm ET

"...and former President Clinton is fondly remembered."

Hypocrites... you did everything you could to destroy Bill Clinton during this campaign. You even wonder whose interests do you serve.

Hillary'08!

deana   April 22nd, 2008 3:50 pm ET

Look..love who you love..let's just be united in November..ok?

Charles   April 22nd, 2008 3:50 pm ET

Neutral,

We are suppose to believe you becuase you type it . Please, I can say Hillary and Bill Clinton paid people to vote for them...are we suppose to belive it....get a grip.

Vote for Change......no more Bush's and Clinton Presidents!

Dennis   April 22nd, 2008 3:50 pm ET

I laugh every time I read about how much the Clinton camp says they were outspent bye. They are trying to hide two things. First, back in February and March, Pennsylvania was for Clinton by more than 20 points. Obama has whittled that down to the single digits. Second, Clinton's campaign has no cash on hand. They have $9 million for primary spending with $10 million in debt. They are squarely in the red. Clinton would have loved to match or exceed Obama's expenditures in Pennsylvania, but she couldn't. Therefore, she is avoiding the issue of her diminishing lead by saying that she was the underdog to begin with and that Obama can't close the deal.

Just as an aside: what is Clinton's lead there today? I have seen a number of polls and poll of polls that suggest the lead is 5, 6.1, 7.4 or 9 percent. I wish the networks and the AP would adopt a uniform way of presenting polling information.

ABG   April 22nd, 2008 3:50 pm ET

Hillary will win by double digits in Pennsylvania!

So, Barach, if she has a blow out win, what will you do and say then?

The more you talk, the more voters will see you are not ready to be President!

Brian   April 22nd, 2008 3:50 pm ET

I keep hearing on all the news outlets that almost to a person every on Clinton suportor claims "it doesn't matter how much she wins by, a win is a win".

Well, if you believe such, come June 3rd, when Obama will continue his lead in delegates, continue to have the greater populous vote and will have won appx. 30+ states. Will it stil be "a win is a win" reagardless of all spin?

To use the analogy: All I keep hearing is its a game and you would not stop one from finishing the game. Last time I checked, in baseball, when the home team is ahead in the middle of the 9th, they do not need to take their shots in the bottom of the frame. For every intent and purpose, the GAME is over.

AL   April 22nd, 2008 3:49 pm ET

The question is why Obama can't "close the deal" when he is spending so much money more than Hillary.

James   April 22nd, 2008 3:48 pm ET

I kind of like watching the slow bleed of Billary , by the time all of this is finely over , the Clinton brand will be a thing of the past.

AMEN

jfs Memhis, Tn   April 22nd, 2008 3:48 pm ET

This is her last horray Folks. Lets hope that she wins enough to give her an exit stradegy that will be dignified. The time has come: She is in debt big time, Her supporters DO NOT have the means to pay for that debt nor finance her future state primaries. If she is smart she will use this win to stop the bleeding of our party and the candidate who will be the eventual nominee. Remember the Super Delegates (like corp executives) like to see how much a candidate can garner in contributions. This IS VERY IMPORTANT when financing a National Campaign. Senator Clinton DOESN'T EVEN come close.!! Let's hope it will end soon. As for me another $200 off to Obama today. Anyone want to match me???

Ron R   April 22nd, 2008 3:48 pm ET

I am a huge Obama supporter. I have to call this like I see it...it's necessary spin....period.

wwf   April 22nd, 2008 3:48 pm ET

It is all in the math. Like it or not. It is all about the math. Don't matter who won what. End of story.

tidho   April 22nd, 2008 3:48 pm ET

"Needs" is an interesting term. She needs it for what?
To win?...no she can't win she's too far behind.
To continue?...her organization yesterday and now she today indicated that any victory no matter how small is reason to continue.
No doubt without a double digit win pressure from party leaders will be ratcheded up.

Vote in PA   April 22nd, 2008 3:48 pm ET

I guess most of you fail to understand that 6 weeks ago HRC had a huge margin advantage over OBAMA.

The people (donors) gave Obama the resources to help take care of a well run campaign by Obama and his team. This means spending some of that resources and in the end so far it has helped to close the gap from a high double digit margin to a single digit margin.

Now if the good people of PA would just rally more around OBAMA then we would hear the words "Major Upset".

Tom In Houston   April 22nd, 2008 3:48 pm ET

I'm sorry, but the handwriting is now on the wall for Clinton to bow out if she doesn't win big tonight – for the good of the party. I'm ready to take on the Republicans and their track record....

Denis   April 22nd, 2008 3:47 pm ET

No Hillary does not need a blowout win!!!! She needs a respectable win at about 5%. Anything higher than that would be much better. If the vote count differential is between 8% to 12+% that obviously would be great!!

Obama has been spending 2-3 times as much in adverts and he will not win PA Primary. The majority of those "bitter" people will vote against him in November if he gets the nomination and he will even have to spend more.

Oh yes, he has won more states but not the important states. He has won the red states which will not help him. Obama will have 90% to 95% of the African American vote, if he runs against McCain.

But that will not be near enough because the majority of Americans from the right and those dissatisfied Democrats from the Hillary camp will gang up on his efforts.

But if you think that Hillary supplied dirty tricks on Obama during this first round just wait and see what will happen in November if he is the one. All of the dirt and dirty laundry will come out about his past and believe me there will be a lot of that. His past relationships will be examined under a microscope and Americans will see Swift boating like they never have seen before. Obama complains about negativity now but the confrontation with Hillary will be nothing.

Let's face the facts, the only true way to really see who the best choice is and to keep the party from splitting and it probably will if the following situation is not addressed: Re-run the Primaries in Florida and Michigan and let the winner take all in order to get the majority required, period

Jazmyn   April 22nd, 2008 3:47 pm ET

You guys keep saying she won the big states..those states traditionally go to dems, so whoever wins will win that state either way..

mike   April 22nd, 2008 3:47 pm ET

I truely hope Hillary to loss for the sake of unity of Dem.

stacy   April 22nd, 2008 3:46 pm ET

what a goober haughty look on his face pictured above.

citizen-Denver   April 22nd, 2008 3:46 pm ET

Wins or loses, she is out....she knows that she will never get the nomination. The reason she is in the race, she is jealous of Obama and does not want see him president that is the bottom line. By the way, Obama could win big instead.

pablo   April 22nd, 2008 3:46 pm ET

I understand all the loyalty and hardfighting we have for each candidate, however, we need to back whoever is the nominee even if it was not your first choice. Otherwise it's 4 more years of the same failed McBush policies that drag our country down.

I would like to say, if you can't even spell "loser", or have to post all caps, you'd be better off not posting at all.

A CANUCK   April 22nd, 2008 3:46 pm ET

I AM SOOOO TIRED OF THE CLINTONS......ALL OF THEM.
LET THIS BE OVER SOOOON.

Jamaal Kansas   April 22nd, 2008 3:46 pm ET

Hilary Clinton is now a Republican in my eyes and everyone should addres her like a Republican. If Hilary Clinton can't get double digit number today she should drop out simple as that

Kenneth M   April 22nd, 2008 3:46 pm ET

FRED, IF YOUR DAD AND GRAND DAD WERE FROM PA, YOU HAD A 20 POINT LEAD LAST MONTH, COURTED HILLBILLIES, AND HAD A HUBBY WHO WAS PRESS IN THE PAST YOU WOULD EXPECT TO WIN BY MORE THEN 12 YES?

Gail   April 22nd, 2008 3:45 pm ET

He makes me ill and will most likely destroy this country.

maya   April 22nd, 2008 3:45 pm ET

WOW. Whine whine whine Obama-baby when things don't go your way. What are you going to do against McCain IF you get that far?

White House: No Whimps allowed.

Kay-Arizona   April 22nd, 2008 3:44 pm ET

I guess that means that any States that Obama has won with less than 10% don't count?

Frank, Missouri   April 22nd, 2008 3:44 pm ET

She was leading with more than 25% ... so if she would just 'win' by 7-8% she lost a large part of her supporter to Obama. It's about delegates and nothing else, really. If she cannot beat Obama in elected delegates she is done. Even if she would steal the nomination somehow, there would be a riot and the Democrats would lose big, big in November.

However in Hillary-Metric everything is possible. She'd talk a loss in PA into a 'win' because Obama has more funds (better campaign management and more supporters).

I respect Barack Obama – I would not trust to either Clinton for a minute.

Democrat in Oregon   April 22nd, 2008 3:43 pm ET

If she wins PA by any amount then she will have the democratic nomination. Obama's campaign will say anything, but the truth is that if he can't win any of the swing states (especially with his enormouse cash advantage) that are at play in November then he cannot win against McCain. So far his "coalition" is not a winning one for the general election. He's built a great primary coalition but Hillary has shown that her coalition is not going to back him. That right there will mean the general election is out of Obama's reach.

Glenn   April 22nd, 2008 3:42 pm ET

C'Mon PA!!! Put an end to the madness now!

s   April 22nd, 2008 3:42 pm ET

Good point Fraser. I think Gov. Rendell should not burn his bridges. He better remember when Clinton looses, and he doesn't get that position she promised, he is gonna have to count on the "black" votes to get reelected. You can look at Rendell, and tell he is stuck in the civil rights era. Clinton should know better.

Neutral   April 22nd, 2008 3:42 pm ET

BTW...in addition, in my state we had a caucus, people who represented Obama in majority of precints are REPUBLICANS. Obama campaigners told them to be republican for a day and may go back to their party after the caucus. We have open primary.

John   April 22nd, 2008 3:42 pm ET

What's all t his about "Can't close the deal/game"

Consider this, a little known Senator from Illinois going up against the so
call "Clinton Machine" and making significant progress against a Senator and Ex President that's been in the public eye for the last 20 years.

He's already achieved the impossible!!

Consider it done! Obama 08!!!!

Michael MO   April 22nd, 2008 3:42 pm ET

NO, OBAMA NEEDS A BLOW-OUT WIN. STOP TRUSTING YOUR TV AND DO THE RESEARCH. HE IS NOT THE FRONT-RUNNER. THEY ARE BOTH IN THE SAME POT, AND THIS IS VERY MUCH A RACE TO DENVER. SORRY OBAMA-KINS – NO MATTER HOW YOU AND THE MEDIA YOU'RE IN BED WITH TRY TO SPIN IT IN OBAMALAND, CLINTON IS IN THIS RACE AS MUCH AS OBAMA.

MCD   April 22nd, 2008 3:42 pm ET

With Clinton's flip flopping comments based on what part of the country she is in, plus her stance on Iran (nice timing there, Hilldog), and her kitchen sink tactis, she has essentially become a NeoCon.

If you are a democrat, she doesn't deserve your vote.

Obama for the true Democrats.

HH   April 22nd, 2008 3:41 pm ET

She makes me ill and will most likely destroy this country.

Joe, Hell MI   April 22nd, 2008 3:41 pm ET

Hillary will win...operation Chaos, D'08

Cammi317   April 22nd, 2008 3:41 pm ET

Obama was virtually unknown at the start of this campaign, the fact that even with MI and FL being counted he would still be ahead speaks VOLUMES. Outside of the Illinois, no one had a clue who Obama was. Clinton has been a household name for the past 2+ decades. The fact that he has managed to out campaign her already places him in the winners circle.

Cynthia   April 22nd, 2008 3:41 pm ET

When I hear all this talk about whether Obama can win in big states, it makes me laugh. They are splitting the vote in half. When you see the primary vote counts (Dems vs. Rep.) the Dems are blowing the Rep. out of the water in every state!

Shannon from Washington   April 22nd, 2008 3:41 pm ET

What makes me chuckle is all the Hillary supporters that WHINE about how she was outspent. Maybe if they donated money their beloved candidate she wouldn't be 1 million dollars in debt. Can you imagine if she can't handle almost a 200 million dollar budget of her donations, what will happen if she runs the United States. No THANKS! There is a legitimate reason Obama has more money to spend, not only is he favored by more people he also knows how to spend money wisely. Maybe she would not be behind in the pledged delegates, number of won states, and popular vote if she had a 1/10 of his management ability.

Stephen Murphy-Logue   April 22nd, 2008 3:40 pm ET

Go Hillary! Stay strong and keep fighting!

Neutral   April 22nd, 2008 3:40 pm ET

Hillary won in Texas, even in number of delegates in Texas Caucus his difference with Obama is only 9 delegates..THERE'S NO CAUCUS in GENERAL ELECTION!

In fact, caucus do NOT count in General Election. Only major state Obama had won was Illinois. Hillary won all MAJOR states except state of Obama; Obama barely won the latino votes in his own state.

That says ONE thing, Obama is UNELECTABLE.

Tara   April 22nd, 2008 3:40 pm ET

She needs at least a 20 point margin to receive a good portion of the delegates in that state. Even then she will be far behind Obama in overall delagates. PA demographics are tailor-made for her to win.

This is her best and last opportunity to make a dent because the rest of the states are pretty much Obama country!

She just can't do it. She's out of money, in debt for that matter, and I'm sending Obama a donation today.

Pam   April 22nd, 2008 3:40 pm ET

If you wonderful people of PA don't blow it out, which I think you will.

Just announced:

Today 29 members of the North Carolina state legislature endorsed Senator Obama!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Just say NO to backroom politics all.

A Proud Typical Ordinary American   April 22nd, 2008 3:40 pm ET

Actually Barry needs a big blow out victory if he's going to convice the rest of the country that he can beat out John. Barry is not going to look very good among the 'macho' men if he can't even beat out HRC with all the money that he has spent.

Barry is starting to look weak and even the world's ultimate biggest Clinton hater – Dick Morris says so! That's scary!

Perrell, Lincolnton, NC   April 22nd, 2008 3:40 pm ET

She can win big and it still would not help her much only to get out of debt... The media and the Clinton's will not allow Obama to close it out... Well more or less the naive voters that were in NH and the voters in Texas and Ohio which many regret even casting their vote for Hillary will you get what you ask for... PA please wake up and smell the coffee...

Venus   April 22nd, 2008 3:40 pm ET

To poster Gary above! You let the news-media fool you!
Obama is not the one who has to close the deal – it's Hillary!
He used his cash to cut her lead from 33% – get your facts!
Also – considering the name "Clinton" is VERY well knowns – it's Hillary that should be BLOWING Obama off this planet!!! Obama is the rookie!

Get your tissues ready -

Janice from Canada   April 22nd, 2008 3:39 pm ET

To see what this man has accopmplished in his run for the president is very impressive. He started out as the complete underdog 1 year ago, he has raised more money, won more states, won more deligates. He is spending more in Penn. then Clinton is, thats because he can. She is complaining about this, if she could she would.

Just think of what he could do in the White House if given the chance. His talent of getting things done is remarkably. He is also running against a very well know politician. This is Hillary's 4th time involved in an election process.

Please if you guys can not see him as a gift "Please, Please send him north. We could sure use him.

Debbie, NJ   April 22nd, 2008 3:39 pm ET

NO Hillary is the loser. Her people are leaving her, her delegates are leaving her, she's in debt big time, her ratings are going down.
GO OBAMA

Jude   April 22nd, 2008 3:39 pm ET

Clintonites stop the hate!!!! If she doesn't win big...how do you think she is supposed to catch Obama in the delegate count? Of course she has to win big to make grounds on Obama. Stop the hate and the stupidity...if you can't do math, you need to go back to kindergarten.

Paul in Philly.   April 22nd, 2008 3:39 pm ET

Can't close the game?
He went from 25 points down to ?? probably 5-7 by the time the night is over.

In a state where EVERY major politician was supporting her besides Bob Casey...

Sorry, you don't know what you are talking about.

mitch from ark.   April 22nd, 2008 3:39 pm ET

she'll still be running,a year from now.democrats can't beat her off ,with a stick.i'm glad i'm an independent,so,i won't have to feel bad,not voting for her,in the fall,IF,she steals this nomination through lies and dirty tactics.if democrats want to keep the independent vote on their side,in the fall,they need to nominate obama.

Joyce in Florida   April 22nd, 2008 3:39 pm ET

Yes, Senator Clinton will win Pennsylvania. She has already won the big states so she should stay in this race for President. I am not giving up on her and neither should anyone else. Hillary Clinton is by far the most qualified, diplomatic, and experienced person to run our country. I sincerely hope that she will be our nominee and I can't wait to see her in the White House. GO HILLARY 08!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Eric-Illinois   April 22nd, 2008 3:38 pm ET

Obama fans...Get a clue! Your the camp that keeeps saying a win is a win. The bottom line is that Obama can't really close the deal because a large number of Democrats do not want him...and will not vote for him in the general election. Hillary has won the must win states and if anyone thinks Obama will win states like Mississippi they must be smoking something funny. He has done nothing except bring this party down...

The Surly Scholar   April 22nd, 2008 3:38 pm ET

If Hillary only comes away from PA with her gap narrowed by only 10 delegates or so, that should be considered a monstrous defeat, and very much a moral victory for Obama, considering she would still need another 134 to catch up. Good luck taking care of that by the convention, Hilldawg.

Charles   April 22nd, 2008 3:38 pm ET

SHE WAS UP BY 30 POINTS DOWN TO A 6 POINT AVERAGE. IF SHE WINS BY 10 POINTS SHE ONLY GETS 9 TO 13 AT MOST DELEGATES. THAT MEANS SHE ONLY GETS ABOUT 100K MORE POPULAR VOTES.

OBAMA WILL MAKE THAT UP IN SOUTH CAROLINA AND IN INDIANA.!

IT WAS OVER AS OF MARCH 5TH. HOW FAR CAN THE GOAL POST MOVE. IT IS IN THE PARKING LOT!!!!

Joles   April 22nd, 2008 3:37 pm ET

COME ON PENNSYLVANIA. GIVE OBAMA THE BOOT. HILLARY BY 15% !!!!!

Alonzo Demetrius   April 22nd, 2008 3:37 pm ET

HILLARY JUST NEEDS TO KEEP b.o. FROM GETTING TO THE MAJORITY FIGURE, THEN GO FOR THE KILL AT THE DEM CONVENTION IN SEP.

Obama 08   April 22nd, 2008 3:37 pm ET

Hillary makes me so ill. I have to keep taking my blood pressure medication anytime I hear her speak. I dont know if she steals this nomination where I will go or what I will do.

NickNas   April 22nd, 2008 3:37 pm ET

This is a FACT! Don't let Hillary get away with BUSHs tactic of lowering what the word VICTORY is. That is why we are still stuck in Iraq!

58 old white ladies for OBAMA   April 22nd, 2008 3:37 pm ET

MOST PENNSYLVANIANS DON'T LIKE HILLARY'S

VOTING RECORD AND MUCH LES HER & BILL'S

DIRT DIARIES.

Rob   April 22nd, 2008 3:37 pm ET

even if she blows Obama out to the end it's a mathematic impossiblity for her to get close enough to win the popular or delegate count. it is over and the only thing that matters is how much she damages the candidate to go against the repugnicans this fall.

Richard   April 22nd, 2008 3:37 pm ET

He's pathetic and stupid

Hillary '08

Miss Belief   April 22nd, 2008 3:37 pm ET

Hillary has not been able to close the deal either. Now she is out of money and actually in huge debt. Not a very good indication of how one would run the country.

GO HILLARY   April 22nd, 2008 3:37 pm ET

you are so freaking cocky these days obama.

i hope she beats you by 20 points tonite just to wipe that grin off your face! enough already! stop acting like she is just another candidate!

hillary 08

BAKERSFIELD   April 22nd, 2008 3:37 pm ET

DEFINE HUGE WIN
AND YOU SAY OBAMAS NOT A TYPICAL POLITICIAN DO YOU OBAMA SUPPORTERS KNOW WHAT TYPICAL WASHINGTON OR POLITICIANS LOOK LIKE IF YOU DID YOU WOULD KNOW OBAMA IS ONE.

Nick, CA   April 22nd, 2008 3:36 pm ET

"In their latest clear attempt to raise expectations for Hillary Clinton" ? Oh common CNN, don't spin it that way. The Clinton camp has been saying this for weeks.

Sarah C   April 22nd, 2008 3:36 pm ET

"Raise" expectations, CNN?

She was expected to blow Pennsylvania out of the water since the get-go! Only a few weeks ago she was polling ahead by 20 points. This is a state which is tailor-made to fit her ideal voting blocs.

Expecting her to win by 10 points is not "raising" expectations. Give me a break.

A. Harrison   April 22nd, 2008 3:36 pm ET

Enormous advantage Barack? You had Enormous Cash! And you spent and enormously large amount of it in that state. Sorry to see you with your tail between your legs.

Lee WV   April 22nd, 2008 3:36 pm ET

Where have we heard all of this before?Hillary's elitist ego is not going to let her quit.She feels that she is owed the nomination and is willing to do so at any cost.....

Matt, Nebraska   April 22nd, 2008 3:36 pm ET

Obama is the worst candidate the democrats have ever brought to the table.

Sad part is, he is winning.

The U.S.A. cannot afford this clown to be president.

peter in PA   April 22nd, 2008 3:36 pm ET

Natalie,

You will be surprised! When they say PA is tailor made for Hillary, they aren't kidding. I went to vote for Obama this morning and saw a quiet few senior citizens. They aren't voting for Barack. What do they care?

Ann   April 22nd, 2008 3:36 pm ET

Obama,

Money can't buy you love. Outspending Hillary 3 to 1 (or 4 to 1 in some cases), sending dvds, playing bowl, drinking beer, did not sell you. Not even being the superstar you became, even though your spinners like to say you don't have name recognition. Spin as you will, you didn't close this one.

Learn, show substance, and come back in 8 years. I am sure humility will help in your path.

***AMERICAN***   April 22nd, 2008 3:35 pm ET

Truth!

Michigan   April 22nd, 2008 3:35 pm ET

Hillary is like a wart that continues to plague. She will claim hero status if she wins by one vote. I hope she gets whomped. She and her husband are unscrupulous individuals who lack integrity. She may win the battle but she will lose the war.

Arwa from AZ   April 22nd, 2008 3:35 pm ET

GO HILLARY GO! WE ARE SICK AND TIRED OF THE SMOKE SCREENS. HE KNOWS HE IS GOING TO LOOSE AND LOOSE BIG!!!!!
ALL THE MONEY IN THE WORLD WOULD NOT COVER UP HIS UGLY PAST AND HIS EMPTY SPEECHES!!!! WE WANT A REAL LEADER. WE WANT HILLARY!!!!

Darth Vadik, CA   April 22nd, 2008 3:35 pm ET

Yes she does but Hillary is not in it for a reasonable purpose, she's in it for the distance and the irritation.

Venus   April 22nd, 2008 3:35 pm ET

Ha,ha,ha,ha
So now if she wins by "One-VOTE" it's consider a BIG WIN! Got to hand it to the Clinton folks... A month ago – Hillary was leading by 33% in Penn.

So – and for Hillary's supporters – this race is over! I wonder now since Obama has won way more states than Hillary – which are the big states? Only the states Hillary won? This gets funny every day! I can see why the news media are thrilled!

Doreen Johnson   April 22nd, 2008 3:35 pm ET

Obama? Shut up.

nate   April 22nd, 2008 3:35 pm ET

Why do all the media etc say "well he outspent her..." as an excuse for her? He's not MItt Romney – indep wealthy. Obama's supporters donated the money! She couldnt raise enough from her crowd to compete in ad $ and now its an excuse???

Susan MO   April 22nd, 2008 3:35 pm ET

Obama badly insulted the good people of Pennsylvania.

We DO NOT need a president who slams the people of America.

And Obama bring up 'race' issues.........and he should NOT.

We are all Americans!

Strongely now for Hillary Clinton :)

tim in carroll ia   April 22nd, 2008 3:35 pm ET

The real numbers in Pennsylvania are these: This is a Democratic primary. There are more registered Democrats in Pennsylvania than Republicans. Both Clinton and Obama have the opportunity to carry Pennsylvania in a general election. But in the general election, who has a better chance of swaying Republicans fed up with Bush – and independants? Here's a hint: Clinton nationally has a 58% negative rating and is seen as untrustworthy or dishonest by about the same percentage of the general public. In the general election, Clinton would lose. The general election won't be a Democratic "love-in" like the primaries have been where Hillary gets the benefit of the doubt in rooms populated by fellow Democrats. When the election gets down to just one Democrat and one Republican, Barak Obama carries Pennsylvania and the national election on November 4th

Paul   April 22nd, 2008 3:35 pm ET

What a smurk and what a loser this Obama character is.

Thomas   April 22nd, 2008 3:35 pm ET

"former President Clinton is fondly remembered" – Unless you are an Obama supporter.

"she has the support of the Democratic establishment" – and you dont, start your own party call it the party of HATE!

Mandy   April 22nd, 2008 3:34 pm ET

No matter what is the result going to be from PA primary - Hilary is not going to quit, her ultimate goal is to destroy Dem party, let McCain to win so that she can come back in 2012. Things that she wanted she could not get, she would rather destroy it than let anyone else to get it!

Hillary 2008   April 22nd, 2008 3:34 pm ET

Come on! Mr. OBAMA

You are just a "typical" politician can never bring any good change for us!

Hillary 2008

Dave   April 22nd, 2008 3:34 pm ET

How come Obama must win her states but she doesn't need to win his states? He won some significant states too..Missouri, Virginia, Conn, Illinois, S.C., and projected to win N.C. Don't these states matter, in addition to all those other states he won.

A. Harrison   April 22nd, 2008 3:34 pm ET

Well you asked for it. Tune into CNN this evening at 8pm and you will get your wish.

Amit   April 22nd, 2008 3:33 pm ET

Let's go fellow Democrats! Republican's (including McCain) make me sick to the stomach! cowards. end this nightmare already and lets get a Democrat once again in Office to fix this monumental mess your friendly republicans are going to leave this nation. Democrat all the way baby! Time to rescue the nation from the Republican enemies of state.

BluecolorworkerinPA   April 22nd, 2008 3:33 pm ET

I hate Clintons, period!

Sha-vone in NC   April 22nd, 2008 3:33 pm ET

Unfortunately for Hilary, a win is not a win when it comes to the Democratic Primary. If that's the case, then Obama could just coast through the rest of the primary since he has won 30 states compared to her 14. She emphasizes that Obama has more money. The question is why does he have more money? It's because he has more donors and most of his money had to be used just to get his name out there. Hilary is able to just ride on her last name. If Hilary does not win by at least 20 points in Pennsylvania, she's finished. She needs to realize that and stop spinning reality. This race is all about the delegate count and she knows it......

tren   April 22nd, 2008 3:33 pm ET

Well, one thing for sure, Howard Wolfson should not equate this Democratic primary between Obama and Clinton to his abilty to win a state against McCain. This should only be a determination of who is going to finally be the Democratic nominee. Whoever looses should combine all of their forces with the one who wins...not divide, tear down, and destroy the party's chances of winning in the November election.

Adam FL   April 22nd, 2008 3:33 pm ET

I dont really believe that Clinton needs to score a "Blow out" here. I think Mr. Obama is setting a high expectation because his campaign has come under fire. I dont not think the democrates will win the white house with Barak at the head of the Ticket. I think the republicans will do way worse damage then anything Hillary has said about him thus far. If Hillary wins this state, it leaves Obama in quiet a weird situation. He has won more states, but what about in big swing states where he will NEED the democratic support, that he isnt able to win pre general election. If he loses Ohio, or Florida, or Michigan in the general election, the republicans are going to take back the house again. I see Hillary as someone who strongly represents the Democratic ticket. I understand how she can come off as not a likeable creature, but she is a politian, and to me, the best one the democrates have.

By winning tonight, Hillary will be carrying all of the largest states on her way to the DNC, all of the states that give the Democrates the victory in November. For me, Hillary has the best chance, even without a "Blow out" win tonight.

Mike   April 22nd, 2008 3:32 pm ET

If the democrats held the primaries as the electoral college system works (as they should except they pander to every minority group imaginable), then Hillary would already be the nominee. Billy C was correct on that one.

lily   April 22nd, 2008 3:32 pm ET

That last debate only shows Hillary is the most qualified nominee. Poor Obama, can't answer direct questions.

Hillary 08

Thomas   April 22nd, 2008 3:32 pm ET

Obama 30 million dollars well spent in PA?

VOTE Obama its only 4 years of pain! I already waited 8 years...

Dev   April 22nd, 2008 3:32 pm ET

By the Clinton campaign's own standards of "a win is a win", Obama has 30 wins to her 14. She loses by any standard including her own.

I Like Bacon   April 22nd, 2008 3:31 pm ET

Thats right!!!!! Hillary wins PA by 175% of the vote and pulls ahead in the delegate count!!!! So, pro-Hillary supporters, get out there and vote 4 or 5 times if ya can.

By hook or by crook; the Clinton motto

Brendan D, Niles, IL   April 22nd, 2008 3:31 pm ET

From where do you get "a roughly 9 point lead" for Clinton, CNN? Your own Poll of Polls (the stupidest thing I've ever heard, as nothing could be LESS scientific than averaging polls) claims Clinton has about a seven-point lead; most polls put her somewhere between four and eight points up. So to what poll are you referring when you say she has "a roughly 9 point lead?"

Gabe Polson, The Woodlands,TX   April 22nd, 2008 3:31 pm ET

I think Al Gore would dispute that you need a blowout win in order to declare victory. Given the fact the Bush beat him by less than 1%.

What morons are you trying to sell this argument too?

chuck   April 22nd, 2008 3:31 pm ET

Six weeks of campaigning, 10 million dollars of TV ads, outspend your opponent somewhere around 4 to 1 and then claim that she needs the blow out to consider having a win.... Priceless!

Rebel Yell   April 22nd, 2008 3:31 pm ET

To Obama

Pack up your troubles in your old kit-bag,
And smile, smile, smile,

What’s the use of worrying?
It never was worth while, so
Pack up your troubles in your old kit-bag,
And smile, smile, smile.

Onward and upward to Indiana and NorthCarolina

ABC   April 22nd, 2008 3:30 pm ET

Resolve the problem of FL and MI delegations

Democratic Party leadership should work hard to resolve the problem of seating the FL and MI delegates before the Denver convention . Without resolving this difficulty will leave an open-ended primary process, create chaos at the convention, and eventually suffer a defeat in the general election. The most important effects of not solving this problem is on the trust of voters. We have very enthusiastic supporters for both Clinton and Obama. They can only accept the nominee who has obtained the majority delegates counts from all states. For example, I am an independent and I support Hillary Clinton. However, if Obama has the majority delegates from all states including FL and MI, I will be happy to support him in the general election. Without properly including the FL and MI delegates count, any nomination result is unacceptable.

Now how could we solve this problem? If Howard Dean keeps saying “rule is the rule”, we do not even need to spend any energy in the nomination process, because doing this is equivalent to giving McCain the presidency. The most convincing way is to have FL and MI redo the primary. However, this may not be possible because we run out time. The next simple thing, which is still OK, is to accept the FL result and let the MI Democrats decide how to seat the uncommitted portion. I estimate that, after doing so, Obama and Clinton probably will have equal number of elected delegates, and the supper delegates can then nominate the winner. Howard Dean needs to take action to work with both candidates to establish a process for including FL and MI immediately after the PA primary; so both candidates know how to do to win the nomination.

vic nashville,Tn   April 22nd, 2008 3:30 pm ET

Ha ha is it joke? after spending so much of money can’t close the game
Obama looser
Hillary 08

Michael   April 22nd, 2008 3:30 pm ET

Clinton will end with 9 to 12 more delegates if she wins 60/40. Its over people and they know it.

Jazmyn   April 22nd, 2008 3:30 pm ET

Clinton went from a 20 point lead to a ultimate tie.. Thats enough to show the superdelegates that she is done… Bottom line Obama is going to win NC and Indiana.

Sylvia   April 22nd, 2008 3:29 pm ET

he makes me ill.......and will destroy our country

Carmen   April 22nd, 2008 3:29 pm ET

If she does not win by 10 points or more she needs to get out of the race immediately!!!

david goldmen for OBAMA   April 22nd, 2008 3:29 pm ET

THERE ARE A LOT OF REALLY INTELLIGENT PEOPLE IN PA.

THEY KNOW HILLARY BY NOW AND WILL NOT GIVE ANYTHING

NEAR WHAT SHE NEEDS. NONE THE LESS I DON'T THINK

SHE IS GOING ANYWHERE SOON. SHE NEEDS TO PAY DEBT.

Madison , PA   April 22nd, 2008 3:29 pm ET

They all do have speeches only... No one has Actions. Action can only occur in the WHITE HOUSE... Hillary is the Liar... so once in the WHITE HOUSE ... NO SOLUTIONS...

Jazmyn   April 22nd, 2008 3:29 pm ET

Clinton went from a 2- point lead to a ultimate tie.. Thats enough to show the superdelegates that she is done... Bottom line Obama is going to win NC and Indiana.

carrie   April 22nd, 2008 3:29 pm ET

a blow out win will be like 20% which barrack has jad over her,
she can never win more than 5%,thats even too close to cool
hillary is a warmongering,vindictive,devisive,manipulative,hopeless,useless,lying, witch.

Gavin   April 22nd, 2008 3:28 pm ET

BARACK NO-BAMA IS JUST A BIG CRYBABY WIMP....

HE CANNOT FIGHT THE FIGHT

BARACK & MICHELLE – IF YOU CAN'T STAND THE HEAT

....GET OUT OF THE KITCHEN.

INDIANA
4
HILLARY

shirley   April 22nd, 2008 3:28 pm ET

Hillary is changing the game again. First she won the 'big' States and Florida and Michigan don't count, then she lost Texas and said Florida and Michigan must count. Pennsylvania was hers she said and she will win big by double digits, now a win of any margin for her is a big win. She's giving me headache.

jeremy   April 22nd, 2008 3:28 pm ET

anything less than a 10 point win for HRC is a victory for Obama.

the people are starting to realize what a hack this lady is. she'll say and do anything to grab power.

i love how she is crying about Obama outspending her. should we all pity her awful management skills? how can a lady that cannot run a campaign in the black be in charge of our country. this place would be a mess with her in office.

Sue in MI   April 22nd, 2008 3:28 pm ET

It would sure be nice to just read what the candidates say and not what the spokespeople say. Couldn't a lot of rancor been avoided if only the candidates spoke for themselves? How can anyone possibly be expected to keep track of, monitor, or censure every single person purporting to be from a campaign?
That being said, I believe Clinton will stay in with any victory. And Bill is right-had the Democrats used the Republican system of all-or-none, she would be the nominee already. And may I point out that that is how the electoral college is supposed to work. So be careful before you hasten her departure. I do not believe Obama can beat McCain.

Erin   April 22nd, 2008 3:28 pm ET

Come on, PA! Vote for Obama & let's get on with this new president thing!

Jan   April 22nd, 2008 3:27 pm ET

A WIN IS A WIN IS A WIN

IN ANY RACE IT DOSEN'T MATTER HOW MUCH YOU WIN BY AS LONG AS YOU WIN... YOU STILL WIN THE BLUE RIBBON

Paul   April 22nd, 2008 3:27 pm ET

Anything less than a 7 point victory for her is a loss. Anything from 7- 9.9 is a tie... this has to be a blow out or she should bow out.

Chuck in Oregon   April 22nd, 2008 3:27 pm ET

Another Wolfsen dismissal. Whats new about that; however I do agree with Obama. But that will not happen and this race will be dragged out to the last state.

True Dem   April 22nd, 2008 3:26 pm ET

Mr. Wolfson, you don't need a PhD in Political Science to know that winning a party primary in a certain state has no correlation to the chances of winning that state in the general election.

Kathleen   April 22nd, 2008 3:26 pm ET

I also believe that Clinton must win BIG! If she does not she should bow out. I am getting tired of the negativity that her campaign starts and then Obama has to answer back. The issues are put on the side when all this negativity happens. Barack has the intelligence and carisma to be a good President and to deal with foreign countries for nogotiation. He also runs a great campaign with money left over which is important for winning the General Election. It shows he can run the country also. If negativity did not enter this election we would have had better ideas on health, economy and the war to think about. Hillary obviously can't run a clean campaign.

Jan   April 22nd, 2008 3:26 pm ET

Good luck Barack.

Obama 08

last laugh   April 22nd, 2008 3:26 pm ET

oh really – the question is more like "why couldn't you win Obama?" I mean he has been outspending her 3-1. I guess buying an election is harder than he thought. He needs to grow up and and decide he is either for change or for old politics – I am sick of his claim to moral authority in politics when he has remained silent about the sexism of this race – not to mention he has LIED and run smear politics. I can't wait to send him back home to his state of IL.

A.M. Saqib   April 22nd, 2008 3:26 pm ET

Your comment is awaiting moderation.
It is true that she is ahead in polls in Pennsylvania…but the country we are electing the president for come November is called USA and not Pennsylvania.

How well she will end up come June 3, 2008 that will and should count.

She can never catch up to 'Barak Obama' who will be the nominee and will also be the the president in November 2008.

Eat your heart out; Hillary!

A.M. Saqib

Farrell, Houston, Tx   April 22nd, 2008 3:26 pm ET

Hillary needs about 50 more states to win and no one on the ticket with her, that's how bad she needs a win. Right now, it's just a matter of who will tell her she's done. Will it be Bill, the DNC, her political supporters or a good friend. Right now I'm betting it won't be Bill.

Brett   April 22nd, 2008 3:25 pm ET

This is the stupidest thing I have ever heard, Mr. Obama. You need to realize that a win is a win: period.

Paul   April 22nd, 2008 3:25 pm ET

The Obamaniacs seem not to see beyond empty speeches. Have they reflected upon the present and the future of our nation. This election is not about having a good preacher but a Commander-in-Chief in the White House. Otherwise we can have Mr. Wright as Obama's VP
Vote Democrat- Vote for Hillary

TN   April 22nd, 2008 3:25 pm ET

DEAR GOD,

PLEASE LET THIS BE AN UPSET FOR SENATOR CLINTON!!! PLEASE LET SENATOR OBAMA WIN BY BLOW OUT TONITE!!!
THANK YOU.

AMEN!!!

OBAMA 08!!!!

mimi de la cruz for OBAMA   April 22nd, 2008 3:24 pm ET

PA NOT STUPID, NOT SCARED, NOT HYPOCRITICAL,

AND NOT LOOKING TO GET INTO ANOTHER WAR.

A.M. Saqib   April 22nd, 2008 3:24 pm ET

It is true that she is ahead in polls in Pennsylvania...but the country we are electing the president for come November is called USA and not Pennsylvania.

How well she will end up come June 3, 2008 that will and should count.

She can never catch up to 'Barak Obama' who will be the nominee and will also the the presdient in November 2008.

Eat your heart out; Hillary!

A.M. Saqib
Houston, Texas

No McSame   April 22nd, 2008 3:24 pm ET

Clinton needs to Quit. Please don't pick her or the coward Edwards for your VP.

Paul   April 22nd, 2008 3:24 pm ET

Listen to Rush Limbaugh if you stand it and you will hear voters who are purposely voting for Clinton just to screw up the Democratic election. Not only that but the Clinton campaign laughs and thanks them when they find out what they are doing. On top of that, Hillary's campaign is out on the street handing out cash to anyone who will vote for her. She will win, but it will not be legitimate. And Clinton will happily take and call it a win, legitimate or not.

Cameron   April 22nd, 2008 3:24 pm ET

Now Hillary is beating the war drums on Iran. And some Democrats are talking about having her become their leader in the senate????

She will lie about anything to further her personal goals. I can easily see her invade another country to deflect from another one of the Clinton scandels and feel quite comfortable with it.

The Harvard prof was right…Hillary is a monster.

Dan in CO   April 22nd, 2008 3:23 pm ET

“"I reject the notion in which we have to achieve a certain standard of victory other than victory. As I said in November you either win Pennsylvania by one (vote) against John McCain or you lose it, you either win Ohio by one vote against John McCain or you lose it""

So much wrong with this sentence.

In November, one vote is indeed all it takes, but this primary is a process, not a one-day affair. They don't start this day tied...Hillary goes in behind in the process, and with much ground to make up.

Even Bill said, in a lucid moment, that Hillary needs to not just win but win big. And she does.

April in Texas   April 22nd, 2008 3:23 pm ET

Yes she does but she wont get a blowout thats for sure.. Go Obama

Obama 08

Tampa Voter   April 22nd, 2008 3:22 pm ET

9 points blind points...
I am iritated to the point I will actually say for the 1st time ever, if she somehow STOLE the nomination, and people are THAT stupid to believe the non-sense she has come up with I will NOT vote at all this year. And that "record voter turnout" will vanish – mark my words.

Enough negativity, More Hope

why   April 22nd, 2008 3:22 pm ET

The question still is how in th world he is going to win in November... he has won most of the red states... he lost in Florida twice, in January and again in November for not fitting for the votes... what a waist of money...

EX Clinton Supporter   April 22nd, 2008 3:22 pm ET

Shaky debate? Retraction: Bias Debate from Hillary Supporters.
Sen. Obama may not win but he will not loose by much! She is TOAST!
NO MORE LIES HILLARY!~

Dave   April 22nd, 2008 3:22 pm ET

yeah, it has to be a blowout or she's doomed. I just don't see it happening. her only chance is to steal it at the convention with some good 'ol Clinton chicanery with the super delegates. face it, Hillary, we are sick of the last 20 years of Bush/Clinton rule/regime. enough!

chris isner   April 22nd, 2008 3:21 pm ET

It's now a dollars game. The Clinton campaign is broke and millions in debt. Unless they pull off a double digit victory, there will be no more money coming in and Clinton will be forced to bow out once the results are in. Or will she loan her own campaign twenty million and try to buy the election?

Robin Wagner from ct   April 22nd, 2008 3:21 pm ET

To whom it may concern ,
Barack Obama is going to win . 51% to 43%
They are all saying Hillary going to win. Well they said this about Ohio so sure of their self .
Did someone know something we did not . ??
I think so . Like now . Some cheating going on her with Hillary .
But for some reason I feel Barack Obama going to win .
If not by votes . But by delegates .
Either way hes going to win . Beside by now the P.A peeps saw her fear ADD by now . And had to think .
Also her Iran comment . Sound like Hillary wants to start a new war .
We herd this before GWB was president . He talked about Iraq and war. 2000 .
Think people think before you vote for Hillary .

Adam   April 22nd, 2008 3:21 pm ET

She's pathetic...Obama '08!

Gary   April 22nd, 2008 3:21 pm ET

You've outspent Clinton 3:1, & yet you cannot close a deal even for 1 Big Blue swing Democratic state? There is something wrong with your Campaign Obama. Superdelegates will see this.

HILLARY is set to win this race! Accept it or not, wide margins or less, a win is still a win, especially in OHIO & PA! Got it!

honkey white guy from cali   April 22nd, 2008 3:21 pm ET

She has already lost! If it were any other person she would have been gone along time ago the fact is she only cares about her ego!

Lets see she is 9 million in campaign debt!
Less states won!
Less delegates won!
Less popular vote even if you add MI and FL that she signed to Disenfranchise along with the DNC No she has no chance of winning!
None whatsoever the media is just using here to run up rating and she is taken the bait!
Her own supporters have said that unless she pulls a 10 point win she should drop out!

Go Obama 08 Yes We Can!!!

fred   April 22nd, 2008 3:20 pm ET

Boy OBAMA looks evil!!!

I hope Hillary blows Obama out of the water today!!!

GOOD-BYE OBAMA!!!

GO HILLARY!!!

Jim   April 22nd, 2008 3:19 pm ET

Clinton should have dropped out a month ago. It's a mathematical impossibility for her to catch Obama. She's only prolonging this party's agony. Regardless of the results in today's primary, she should drop out.

Kris from AZ   April 22nd, 2008 3:19 pm ET

Obama fight the good fight..Hang in there!

Fraser from North Potomac, Maryland   April 22nd, 2008 3:18 pm ET

She needs to win by at least 20 percent for Pennsylvania to even matter. I remember when Gov. Rendell was bouncing around saying that Pennsylvania was "Clinton country" and that parts of his state "would never vote for a Black man." Well...if all of that is true, then Clinton should stomp Obama today–right? But somehow, I doubt that will happen.

jd   April 22nd, 2008 3:17 pm ET

You bet, she needs more than a big win, she needs a BIG, BIG, BIG, MARGIN WIN. OBAMA/08

P, CA   April 22nd, 2008 3:17 pm ET

She was jealous that McCain got to sing “Bomb Bomb Bomb, Bomb Bomb Iran”, so now she’s joining in. They certainly sing in the same key.

Meanwhile, Obama is with Sam & Dave: “Hold On! I’m Comin’! “, and the rest of us are singing "Stuck in the Middle With You".

Sheesh.

Stacy Clarks, TX   April 22nd, 2008 3:17 pm ET

OF COURSE SHE DOES!!!!!

I mean Obama came behind from a 30 POINT LEAD for the Clintons

No matter what, he has done remakably WELL in this state!!!!

someone needs to ask Clinton why she could not "close the deal" on super tuesday!!

OBAMA 08!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Hillary Clinton   April 22nd, 2008 3:17 pm ET

Consider it done.

natalie   April 22nd, 2008 3:17 pm ET

She won't get a blow out win. The people of PA are not stupid.

Bill and Hill need to GO AWAY!

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