April 23, 2008
Posted: 03:15 PM ET

From
CNN Anchor Wolf Blitzer
CNN Anchor Wolf Blitzer

(CNN) – You can get dizzy from all the political spinning that's going on.

If you listen to the Barack Obama team, the Pennsylvania results actually showed that he was improving when it comes to winning support from white working class voters. They say he did better with this group in Pennsylvania than he did six weeks ago in Ohio, where Clinton also won by about ten points.

If you listen to the Hillary Clinton team, the results show that Obama simply can't win in major battleground states like Pennsylvania, Ohio, Florida and Michigan. Those are states, they insist, a Democratic presidential candidate desperately would need to win in the general election.

All the spinning is designed to sway those still-undecided super delegates who will be critical in eventually determining the party's nominee. Remember - the party created those superdelegates so they would be able to ensure that the eventual nominee would be more competitive against the Republican nominee. That's why those superdelegates are so important and powerful. The rules make clear that they can choose a candidate who did not win the greatest number of pledged delegates, or the popular vote.

Right now, Clinton advisers also pursuing some of the superdelegates who earlier announced their support for Obama. They suspect the results from Ohio, and now Pennsylvania, are giving some of those Obama supporters buyer's remorse. They are hoping to change their minds. The party rules state that superdelegates can change their minds at any time until the real roll call on the convention floor.

All of which suggests this contest is not over yet - and might not be for some time.

If someone would have predicted back in early January, before the first contests in Iowa and New Hampshire, that the Democrats would still be slugging it out now, they would have been ridiculed. The assumption back then was that the Republicans would be fighting and fighting while the Democrats settled on their candidate relatively quickly. That goes to explain why politics can be so unpredictable and so much fun to cover.

Filed under: Barack Obama • Hillary Clinton • Wolf Blitzer


Veterans for Obama   April 23rd, 2008 3:34 pm ET

The "base" of the Democratic party is not a constant…with new, younger voters outnumbering the old, white, blue collar types. I think we need to reevaluate what the "base" is. Obama would not have the commanding lead he does if he were relying on the traditional base. We can't turn these new young voters off…they are the future of our Nation. Clintons demographic are old and will be irrelevant soon.

Uncle Sam   April 23rd, 2008 3:35 pm ET

They're in it to spin it!

Experience Trumps CHARM   April 23rd, 2008 3:36 pm ET

The people have seen that Obama is a lot of talk…ITs wondful talk and he has a great smile but we see through it and want defeat. Clinton can offer that. I don't care how you spin it if he can't take some of her strong core supporters then they won't win in Nov.

Swiss in Canada   April 23rd, 2008 3:36 pm ET

Can somebody explain to me why Clinton has won Michigan and Florida? (This is a honest question. I really don't know!)

Sylvia   April 23rd, 2008 3:37 pm ET

bottom line….Obam cannot win in the general election

Jack Walden   April 23rd, 2008 3:40 pm ET

By their silence, these still-undecided super delegates are bound to get renamed as stupid delegates should McCain win in November

GL   April 23rd, 2008 3:41 pm ET

Wolfe- Not enough spin out there already? You have to go out and spew your two cents??? Sorry to bring a tear to your eye, but Hillary has already lost. Do the math.

Mike   April 23rd, 2008 3:42 pm ET

Super Delegates For Hillary!!!!

NObama can't win the BIG states, thus can't win the General…

Go Hillary!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Florida…Michigan…Super Delegates…The math will add up!!!!

Millie   April 23rd, 2008 3:43 pm ET

Hillary 's life story is a true example of when you work hard towards your goals, stay focus on "what you want to do when you grow up" and stay the course in the face of adversity, it pays off.

Jane Doe   April 23rd, 2008 3:44 pm ET

Why isn't anyone talking about the race factor. I think Ron Reagan said it right on Larry King last night. There are still plenty of racist people in America.

David Ferdinand, Brooklyn New York   April 23rd, 2008 3:48 pm ET

BLITZER, YOU ARE A SPIN DOCTOR YOURSELF.
SO JUST SHUT-UP AND LET THE CHIPS FALL WHERE THEY MAY

Grif   April 23rd, 2008 3:48 pm ET

Well there is no more, where that came from…

Silly Season   April 23rd, 2008 3:48 pm ET

And in the meantime the republicans laugh all the way to the bak.

LifeLongDemocrat   April 23rd, 2008 3:50 pm ET

Obama has no one to blame but himself. He need to knock her out in N.C and Indiana and stop this MADNESS.

I know it hard for a black man to hit hard at a white woman, but we are giving you permission to knock her out.

The tide is turning for Hillary … Oh no it’s a Tsunami to wash her away.

Go away Hillary!!! You will not have Rendell and Strickland in N.C and Indiana. What will you do?

Barack Obama 08

Henry Miller, Cary, NC   April 23rd, 2008 3:51 pm ET

Here's my spin, for what it's worth: John McCain already, in theory, has the Republican nomination. So why did one in six Pennsylvania Republicans vote for Ron Paul?

Nick   April 23rd, 2008 3:51 pm ET

I just hope that all this fighting will result with a Democrat in the White house. Who needs "American Idol" when we've got all of this political entertainment!

Brandy- I love Obama!   April 23rd, 2008 3:51 pm ET

The day that Hillary steals the nomination….it will be a very sad day in America. It will damage the party in ways never imagined. I hope that does not happen.

I'm on the train with Obama!

Tony Z- MD   April 23rd, 2008 3:52 pm ET

She can call them, but they are not switching. They know her and will not be fooled. Many remember the Clinton years, the losses in the house and Senate.

Dave   April 23rd, 2008 3:54 pm ET

Clinton can play all the dirty politics she wants and I'm sure she will. If she gets the nomination over the leader in pledged delegates, my family and I will be voting Republican in November as an anti-Clinton vote.

Anonymous   April 23rd, 2008 3:55 pm ET

They Can't overturn the will of the people ! IT will be ugly if they overturn………..

It is very very ridiculs to think only to choose those states that only help for HRC…………. IT is very unfortunate to hear……….. it is a rule …. I don't mind whoever wins I am Rep and will cast for Rep. but hearing such idea makes me sad …..

Anyways it is still widely believed that it they overtune …. i.e… "THEY STEAL" the nomination and deliver the world what democracy mean ..

Stacy Clarks, TX   April 23rd, 2008 3:58 pm ET

LET'S GO OBAMA!!!

WE ARE HERE FOR YOU…THE AMERICAN PEOPLE!!!!!!!!

NewMexicoForObama   April 23rd, 2008 3:58 pm ET

Blitzer never seems to make any sense. He seems ignorant most of the time. He is my least favorite at cnn for sure!

A. Harrison   April 23rd, 2008 3:58 pm ET

Mr. Blitzer, the correct "SPIN" is that "It is what it is" CLinton won, by 10 points, double digits, and it's what everyone said she needed to do to stay in the race.

Now folks are talking out the other sides of their mouths about how it really wasn't that great. She will end this race on top whether she gets the nomination or not because all her predictions will come to lift if/when Barack goes up against John McCain. We all know this but don't want to admit it.

Susan MO   April 23rd, 2008 4:00 pm ET

Hillary is going to win.

She is the one with the experience.

Obama not.

Obama insulted the people of Pennsylvania. Bad business.
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*** Hillary 08****

Paul   April 23rd, 2008 4:01 pm ET

By the official Democratic Primary rules Clinton has been mathematically knocked out of this race. The only way Hillary can be the nominee is by changing the rules in midstream. The Clinton campaign wants the rules changed and is betting on the DNC giving in to them. The Obama campaign wants the rules left alone.

Since when is it an option to change the rules in the middle of an election? That is something we hear of in other corrupt countries around the world, not in the United States of America. The Clintons are more than will to lower our election standards to the countries we've been against for so long. This is over, let's get on with it.

Capt. Smash, Salt Lake City, Utah   April 23rd, 2008 4:01 pm ET

ATTENTION ALL DEMOCRATS: Everyone needs to realize the Democratic Party belongs to the Bill and Hillary Clinton. Stop fighting they can do and say what ever they want and when they want. They can change the rules when it’s necessary, they can lie, cheat, steal and commit election fraud as long as they are alive and in control. I repeat the Democratic Party belongs to them and know one I mean know one can stop them.

Nobody has power or strength to stop them nobody. All other democrats have to do what they say when they say. The journalism in this country is horrible they are paid for and bought by the Clintons and the GOP. The media tells you how to vote and why you should vote a certain way. They get e-mails from the Clinton staff and give the media there talking points and just like puppets the media goes on the air and perform for her.

Pam   April 23rd, 2008 4:01 pm ET

Wolf Blitzer should know spin when he hears it. He should be dizzy from all the spinning he does.

NJ Executive   April 23rd, 2008 4:02 pm ET

I don't understand how Clinton can make the claim that Obama can't win the swing states. He has not lost by large margins. If the 50% of the democrats who voted for Hiliary vote for Obama, the Republicans can't compete. The increase in the democratic party should make the republicans nervous. Also, Obama is respected by independents. I don't understand why the media is falling into the Clinton trap and not pointing out the numbers.

Tim H   April 23rd, 2008 4:02 pm ET

How does Obama losing to Hilliary in a primary mean that Obama will lose to McCain in that same state in the general election? That argument makes no logical sense. Please someone try to explain that illogical thinking.

Debbie, NJ   April 23rd, 2008 4:03 pm ET

Clinton is going to start another war and have as much blood on her hands as George Bush.

MDR   April 23rd, 2008 4:04 pm ET

Tired of this drawn out battle. Wish Clinton will stop trying to change the rules whenever she feels she can't win a certain way. Pennsylvania was her state to begin with tired of her going around acting like she was the underdog. The race is dirty at the moment and I for one think Obama has to pick his battles when it comes to the whole negativity issues, can't win being the nice guy all the time. Gotta fight fire with fire. I don't understand how people keep saying McCain is neck and neck with Clinton and Obama when the votes are split up between the two of them. Once the nominee is selected more than likely the canidate with get the other canidates supporters.

Ordinary Voter   April 23rd, 2008 4:04 pm ET

Wolf, for ordinary voters, its about being a part of history not superdelegates. In 1960, a young democrat needed to win West Virginia to effectively take the decision off the convention. Religion was a decisive issue. John Kennedy took this issue head on and won West Virginia and became our first Catholic President. Our family still talks of being part of that historic election. In 2006, we are seeing an histoic primary that many of us will remember for a life time. Maybe it will be Indiana…maybe it will be West Virginia who will decide the outcome. Whatever happens, for the average voter who doesn't live in Iowa or New Hampshire, it is finally their small "moment in the sun" in an historic election. Isn't it better the election is decided this way than by some party head?

Mike   April 23rd, 2008 4:04 pm ET

blitzers "beard" seems to be growing into his brain. No other explanation for his obvious ignorance.

Kyla   April 23rd, 2008 4:05 pm ET

You're spinning too!

We all know you're a Hillary fan! Now can you tell us what is Barack Obama's camp doing with the Superdelegates, since you gave us Hillary's play by play!

Jay   April 23rd, 2008 4:05 pm ET

I agree with TIME.com's statement that John McCain was the real winner of Tuesday's election. In the beginning, I was hoping for John Edwards or Mitt Romney. Hillary has never been in the race for my vote, but as Edwards and Romney conceded or 'suspended' their campaigns I aligned fairly quickly with Barack Obama. At the time, I felt like McCain had too many negatives. The long democratic race has been dirty and tiring, but it has also given me a chance to listen more carefully to John McCain. In a race as compelling as this one I don't think anyone can make an accurate, objective projection for what will happen in November, but I do think democratic quarrelling has resurrected John McCain's chances. I'm much more open to his comments now than before; and that's a good start for a candidate that has so often required resurrecting.

Rachel   April 23rd, 2008 4:06 pm ET

Wow! Three hoyrs of Blitzer everyday. And one of Lou Dobbs. It's enough to make a person cry.

PTE   April 23rd, 2008 4:08 pm ET

Barack Obama is as guilty of spin as any other politician. I get sick of hearing him say he didn't campaign in Florida as if to say that Clinton did. And when he says he wasn't even on the ballot in MI, why doesn't he say its because he removed his name from the ballot? The statements he makes imply that *he* is somehow more ethical than Clinton. The amazing thing is that it seems to work. Why doesn't the media point out how disingenuous is statements are?

Stewart from North Carolina   April 23rd, 2008 4:09 pm ET

I keep hearing about Obama not winning without Clinton's core support, i.e blue collar folks. Well, exactly how does Clinton expect to win when Obama is getting 85-90% of the black vote, many of whom have been alienated by the Clintons' gutter tactics against Obama. These black voters ARE and HAVE BEEN the most reliable voting block in the Democratic Party for years, and if the y are not motivated to turn out in large numbers in the FAll, NO Democrat will win regardless of who it is. These so-called blue collar voters are NOT reliable Democratic voters…they often times vote Republican…that's why they are called Reagan Democrats. These media folks, and many of you, have lost complete sight of this and need to get a grip on reality.

Deb   April 23rd, 2008 4:09 pm ET

Totally baffling how Billary supporters are still talking about Michigan and Florida. Hello…the only person on the ballot in Michigan was Hillary and Obama did absolutely no campaigning in Florida because that is what they had agreed on. So supporters of Billary…do the math.

Debbie   April 23rd, 2008 4:09 pm ET

Hillary signed off on the rules last year. Now she wants to change the rules. Earlier this year, Hillary even said on television, that the votes in Michigan and Florida CAN NOT count. They did not abide by the rules.

Republicans will play that video every day for the next several years if the Democratic party decides un-Democratically.

Hillary Clinton wants to be responsible for the US Constitution, but she can't even play by the rules she said on television earlier this year.

50 something white woman   April 23rd, 2008 4:11 pm ET

Superdelegates just commit already. Then, whoever picks up enough delegates in the remaining contests to hit 2025 wins. End the drama. If the supers don't know by now who they support we might as well forfeit to McCain.

Barb   April 23rd, 2008 4:11 pm ET

A better question than why can't he finish her off, is why hasn't she done better? If she is so electable and the favorite, why is she behind in votes, delegates, states, and money. If the way she runs her campaign and her strategies are any indication, there will be another 4 years of gridlock and nothing will progress. She's the one who's under pressure to win, not Obama.

Paris   April 23rd, 2008 4:12 pm ET

At this point it is open and fair game.
They are running a very competitive race and the race must go on based on the rules.
This is what democracy is about.
The only problem is Florida and Michigan, that has to be resolved in order to keep it democratic.

Kyle   April 23rd, 2008 4:13 pm ET

I am sure you sleaz balls think this is fun to cover. Rating$

Adam FL   April 23rd, 2008 4:13 pm ET

Hey Blitzer, I would just like to also add that Hillary has had more votes cast for her this primary season the Barak has. By roughly, 120,000 people. A slim margin, so lets look to where we need to win, and Hillary has won all of those states, in a convincing fashion!

Way to go Hillary!!!

An Agnostic Democrat   April 23rd, 2008 4:13 pm ET

Millie:

Hillary still hasn't grown up. I know toddlers that are more mature than her and Bill, and their public behavior and good manners would put the Clintons to shame.

DRS   April 23rd, 2008 4:14 pm ET

What if some of those people in Penn who switched from the Republican or Independent parties so they could vote for a Dem in the primary only did so to try to ensure that Hillary Clinton is the one who runs against McCain - because the polls indicate that McCain is more likely to win against Clinton than against Obama? Is anybody tracking this possibility?

Amira   April 23rd, 2008 4:14 pm ET

Barack Obama has energized all nationalities white, black, hispanics, asian you name it I dont think that Hillary is making a good case that he cannot win white blue collars, this is only the primaries. On the contrary I think she will have a big issue with the African American vote because of all the dirty comments coming from bill and her campaign surrogates.
Also, one of the reasons why she won states like ohio and pennsysvania is because republicans are switching parties and voting for Hillary because they know Barack Obama is a stronger candidate.

Yes We Can
Obama 08

thomas Scully, St.Petersburg, Fl   April 23rd, 2008 4:15 pm ET

I believe that the most recent primary victory for Hillary should certainly have a serious impact on the final selection of a candidate for President from the Democratic party. With the string of major vitctories in large states that are critical to a winning the White House, Hillary has proven once again in Pennsylvania that she is the only choice to really be able to take on the Republicans in the fall campaign. Yes it is historical that an afro-american has been able to succeed in consolidating the support that he has thus far. More importantly it is not only historical but almost miraculous that a female has been able to succeed in establishing herself as a serious candidate. Lets face it women in this country are still for the most part looked at as sexual objects and for this mentality to be once and for all brought into proper perspective it is absolutely necessary that we finally put away the "cowboy mentality" that permeates american politics and elect Hillary Clinton for President.

Len   April 23rd, 2008 4:15 pm ET

Don't give up the fight Hillary.

You can still steal this. lol

McCain 08

Ambrose Aban   April 23rd, 2008 4:15 pm ET

Wolfe, we need a change — a woman president is a change. Hillary is ready and raring to go and hitting the ground running. There is no such thing as the perfect president. And Obama is not perfect either. But at least Hillary is experienced and she knows how to fight and unite the people. People listen when she argues her case and nod agreeingly. People are taken into a dream when Obama speaks but Obama is so scripted and so polished and so calculated. Hillary is real and genuine - imperfection shows everywhere but she is as human as the next person watching your coverage everday. People hate to listen to scripted speeches, praising the gods, the skies and whatever. Wolfe , we don't want change or don;t give us hope. No more hope. No more change. It ain't going to happen. Hope and change are way too much to ask and to promise. We are smart people. We know the job is a hard one to do. Just tell Hillary to win this thing and make it suck less.

Florence   April 23rd, 2008 4:15 pm ET

I would not vote for Hillary if she was the only person running for office. I am a well educated, white woman over the age of 45. She is single handedly destroying the Democratic party because she feels that she is owed this nomination because of all the years she has suffered with Bill Clinton and his philandering ways. If she was such a strong woman’s advocate she would never have stayed with a man who has cheated on her numerous times. She sees Bill as her way to the White House and that is why she has tolerated him over the years. She has an agenda all right and it has nothing to do with the American people. It has to do with her ego. Barak Obama came out of know where at the insistence of the Democratic party that he run because the party did not want another 4 years of Clinton's in the White House. And he took her thunder. Now she bash’s him like she can't bash Bill in public. Wake up folks, Hillary is a vindictive, spiteful woman who only wants to get her hands on some power. You are not voting for Bill and she is the wrong woman to cast a vote for. Our time will come but this is not it and she is not the right woman. She cannot beat McCain and that is why Rush Limbaugh has so many Republicans crossing over to vote for her in the elections.

John in Iowa   April 23rd, 2008 4:16 pm ET

Obama cannot win the big states. Obama cannot win important primaries.

Guess what? There are no caucuses in the general election!

He cannot stand up against McCain. McCain will chew him up and spit him out!

Hillary or McCain '08!!

NYC for Obama   April 23rd, 2008 4:17 pm ET

Hillary we will remember what you've done to damage the democratic party when you come back to NY and try and get your seat back!

You'll have better luck running as a Republican!

Greg   April 23rd, 2008 4:18 pm ET

This is getting ridiculous. Why should Hillary be able to change the rules at the end of the game? The reason Obama can't close the deal is because he already has!!! Hillary is done.

Obama 08!!!

Desiree   April 23rd, 2008 4:18 pm ET

I'm sick of people saying that Obama can't win big states because he lost them in the primaries. Think about it a little, do people really think that California and New York will tun into a red state? I can carry California and New York as long as I have a D next to my name.

Marcy,Florida   April 23rd, 2008 4:19 pm ET

Excuse me for saying, Deb, Obama and Clinton did not campaign here in Florida. Obama did not put his name on the Michigan ballot because he did not think he could win in that state. Anyway, Obama is the one that has kept us here in Florida down with our vote. I will never for Obama—period.

That's Odd   April 23rd, 2008 4:19 pm ET

Michigan and Florida are both favoring McCain at this point, ecspecially mid-state Florida. The demographics are on the side of the Republicans, and the states are likely going red. They are not 'needed' as claimed if we focus on states like Iowa, Colorado, Virginia, Minnesota, and Wisconsin.

I'm open for debate on electability, but don't simply state, "OBAMA CANT WIN THE GENERAL ELECTION HE SUCKS". Back it up with evidence, to which I can find none, zip, nada.

Obama/Clinton '08

Ken   April 23rd, 2008 4:19 pm ET

Obama only needs 293 delegets to secure nomination…. he need only 40% of the remainning to win. He only needs 30% of the superD. So far we heard that he has 50 SuperD who have committed to him but not announced.. This the so simple and clear ….People are simply trying to STEAL nomination……………..

That doesn't work

PATTY   April 23rd, 2008 4:19 pm ET

I DON'T QUITE UNDERSTAND THE RELEVANCE OF THE "BIG STATES"…YES THEY'RE BIG IN SIZE, AND PERHAPS IN POPULATION, BUT AT THE END OF THE DAY, THEY ARE PART OF "THESE UNITED STATES". SO, IT SEEMS TO ME, IT APPEARS (AND THE NUMBERS SPEAK FOR THEMSELVES) THAT OBAMA HAS THE POPULAR VOTE WELL IN HAND….SO, WHO CARES IF THAT OTHER PERSON WON THE BIG STATES…"BIG" DEAL…..

Steve for Obama   April 23rd, 2008 4:19 pm ET

Last sentence in Patrick Healy's article in today's NY Times, " Mr. Obama is spending 75 cents for every dollar he is taking in; Mrs. Clinton is spending $1.10." Congratulations to those of you who donated $2.5 million last night….you'll need to dig deeper and give her another $250,000 just to break even!

Steven L.   April 23rd, 2008 4:20 pm ET

As long as Hillary plays nice, I don't care how long she stays in. The problem is she does anything she can to tear down Barack Obama. I mean come on - introducing an ad with Osama Bin Laden the day before the Pensylvania primary?

Angel   April 23rd, 2008 4:20 pm ET

More power to Hillary and the white racist whom everyone seems to forget but want to point to black folks voting for Obama. Black folks have suffered in this country long enough and are strong people who will continue to survive. Black people understand America very well–as Hillary as stated, she will obliterate IRAN and black folks know that at any given moment, they can be next. May the good lord bless and keep you all because everything is just a matter of time.

Ambrose Aban   April 23rd, 2008 4:21 pm ET

Wolf, a change = a woman president. That is a change.
Hillary is ready and raring to go and hitting the ground running. There is no such thing as the perfect president. But at least Hillary is experienced and she knows how to fight and unite the people.
People listen when she argues her case and nod agreeingly. People are taken into a dream world when Obama speaks. Cool but people forget about his words a few minutes later — cos it is not real. Sounds great but not real. Obama is so scripted, so polished and so calculated. That's ok. But Hillary is real and genuine - she is far from perfect but she is as human as the next person watching your coverage everday. People are getting tired of listening to scripted speeches, praising the gods, the skies and whatever. Wolf , tell Obama to stop promising us change and hope. That is just too much. We are smart viewers. Just tell Hillary to win this thing and make it sucks less.

chris   April 23rd, 2008 4:22 pm ET

Congrats to Hillary on the large PA win (10 points is LARGE ya'll!!!). Clearly Obama is rattled, and all the Clinton haters need to face up that she's a fighter who's just tougher than Barak. Yes, SHE can!!!

MMASH in NC   April 23rd, 2008 4:23 pm ET

Clinton has very high negatives in recent polls…much higher than Obama. Seems to me that make HER less electable. The polls also show that a majority see her as dishonest. Seems to me that makes HER less electable.

Obama is more likable than either Clinton or McCain. Attacks don't stick to a likable candidate and thats why they get elected. Unfortunately, Democrats never seem to learn this lesson.

Ephy   April 23rd, 2008 4:23 pm ET

Well, please understand this: Hillary won OHIO by waving the "3 a.m. add, she now "wins" Pennsylvania by waving Bin Laden. Now tell me, what if people are no longer afraid? Fear is not permanent, and will have vanished come November.
Well, Hillary cannot hold by playing on people's fear.
Taking the fear factor into consideration, Hillary ultimately lost.

Max Brand   April 23rd, 2008 4:24 pm ET

Would somebody explain something to me?

Hillary Clinton's campaign constantly uses the argument that she is more electable because she's carried all of the big states during primary season.

But to my thinking, this does not predict how she'll do against John McCain in those states. And it also doesn't tell us how Barack Obama will do in those states against McCain. The ONLY thing it tells us is that she beat Obama in those states.

Am I missing something?

Leila   April 23rd, 2008 4:26 pm ET

Has any candidate ever spent the amount of money on an election that Obama has? I guess voters aren't as easily bought as Obama's camp wants to believe.

The media spent all of the fall attacking Clinton and worshipping Obama. Not until Michelle Obama's anti- American speech and the true story of Reverend Wright were exposed did the media say anything negative about Obama. Now we know there is lots to be said and more will be exposed.

Many states voted before the real Obama was exposed to the American public. They voted during his cheerleading days and while his slogans and rhetoric were everywhere and were being believed. If those states could vote today, Obama might have far fewer delegates.

I am a Democrat and was impressed with him initially. Now I know more about Obama and will not vote for him in a general election no matter who he runs against or who his running mate is. Obama is not ready for the presidency and his judgement and character are very questionable. Refusing to debate Hillary again does not help him win support.

M.S. Indiana   April 23rd, 2008 4:27 pm ET

It amazes me how people who voted for Bill Clinton now looks down on the one bringing hope and new ideas….

Bush had more experience then Bill Clinton got in office, so where is the true story about experience ??

Amira   April 23rd, 2008 4:27 pm ET

Wolf Blitzer sounds like a Hillary supporter, he likes to attack Barack and he exagerrates. I think that he is a Jew and he thinks Barack is a muslim or something like that.

Lou Dobbs is one of the worst ! he is a racist jerk anti-immigrant, anti-obama.

gerald strother   April 23rd, 2008 4:27 pm ET

In fact, she barely made a dent. At most, she picked up a net gain of 12 delegates — less than our gain, for example, in Colorado (where we gained 17) or Kansas (where we gained 14). Her gain in Pennsylvania was less than half of our gain in Virginia, where we added to our lead by 25 delegatesThey Can't overturn the will of the people ! IT will be ugly if they overturn, Do the MATH no way for her to win ulessThey Can't overturn the will of the people ! Then what has she won ??? over my volt and in no way will volt for her , now is win the most delegates hse has my volt

Matt. AZ   April 23rd, 2008 4:28 pm ET

Spinning aside, the candidate who has the majority of the regular delagates should be considered the winner, period. Most "Super" delagates realize this and will fall in line when the last vote is counted in the last primary.

Dale Wise   April 23rd, 2008 4:28 pm ET

Obama bringing a 30 point deficit in PA down to single digits (9 points) in two months isn't 'spin'. Clinton claiming that same 21 point loss in the polls is a 'major victory' is. See the difference?

orange park   April 23rd, 2008 4:28 pm ET

I am a Florida resident. Can somebody explain to me how she claims a victory in my state for an election that was invalidated by the Party rules? She agreed prior to the Florida primary, that the results would not count. I guess that she agreed since she was still recovering from her sniper episode in Bosnia and had not come to her senses.
Playing by the agreed-to rules does not count when you are trying to fulfill your pre-ordained destiny.

John WA   April 23rd, 2008 4:28 pm ET

SPIN=CLINTON WON DOUBLE DIGITS. TRUTH=SHE DID NOT!

Gaby   April 23rd, 2008 4:28 pm ET

We need more of Jack Cafferty,

At least he says it like it is.

Allen Berg   April 23rd, 2008 4:29 pm ET

From Michael Moore article:

"Finally, I want to say a word about the basic decency I have seen in Mr. Obama. Mrs. Clinton continues to throw the Rev. Wright up in his face as part of her mission to keep stoking the fears of White America. Every time she does this I shout at the TV, “Say it, Obama! Say that when she and her husband were having marital difficulties regarding Monica Lewinsky, who did she and Bill bring to the White House for ’spiritual counseling?’ THE REVEREND JEREMIAH WRIGHT!”

But no, Obama won’t throw that at her. It wouldn’t be right. It wouldn’t be decent. She’s been through enough hurt. And so he remains silent and takes the mud she throws in his face.

That’s why the crowds who come to see him are so large. That’s why he’ll take us down a more decent path. That’s why I would vote for him if Michigan were allowed to have an election.

But the question I keep hearing is… ‘can he win? Can he win in November?’ In the distance we hear the siren of the death train called the Straight Talk Express. We know it’s possible to hear the words “President McCain” on January 20th. We know there are still many Americans who will never vote for a black man. Hillary knows it, too. She’s counting on it.

Pennsylvania, the state that gave birth to this great country, has a chance to set things right. It has not had a moment to shine like this since 1787 when our Constitution was written there. In that Constitution, they wrote that a black man or woman was only “three fifths” human. On Tuesday, the good people of Pennsylvania have a chance for redemption.

Yours,
Michael Moore
MichaelMoore.com
MMFlint@aol.com

Mike from Syracuse NY   April 23rd, 2008 4:30 pm ET

The very concept of superdelegates should be insulting to Democratic voters. The DNC is telling them that they can vote, but if we don't like your answer, we reserve the right to overrule you. Hey Dems, come on over to the Dark Side!

Alonzo Demetrius   April 23rd, 2008 4:31 pm ET

Very easy to explain: the Dems have decided they want to change everything, and that's what they have done.

Can't any of you see yet that usually time-proven methods are best after all.

Bridgette   April 23rd, 2008 4:31 pm ET

If Hilary is the nominee does she think she can win it with four big states and skipping the rest of the country. The reality of it is she can't win populated areas. Even last nite she won alot of rural areas but not the populated areas. She is making the case that he can't win big states she can't win even half of the states. That argument makes no sense. Bill Clinton did not win all of the big states either win he ran so what does that tell you. It tells you that you don't need all of those big states to win. John McCain did not win all of the big states either. So are you saying all of the big states he didn't win all of sudden he is going to suddenly win. Let's be realistic here. This woman went in with almost a 30 point led and between all of the foolishness that they put out on him he cut it down. The reality of it is she can't hold on to her big leads and by the general election she would not probably have any of those states. He is only getting better in big states as he goes along. Picking up more of her so call base so by the time the general election came about he would carry those big states.

She keeps talking about MI and FL and if she cared that much about those states then why did she sign off to not let them count. Think about that MI and FL if she cared that much about you why did she sign you away so easily. And now that she needs you all of sudden she wants to fight for you. Sounds fishy to me. If she were ahead she would not be fighting for you all to count. Think about that.

Ben in Huntsville, AL   April 23rd, 2008 4:32 pm ET

Obviously folks who keep on saying "do the math" don't know math. Both candidates need the super delegates to win, so up until they decide, it's virtually a tie.

Thomas J.   April 23rd, 2008 4:32 pm ET

The spinning from both sides leave a bad taste in my mouth. Both of them try to lower expectations before the voting so that they'll seem to exceed them. Too analagous to companies trying desperately to earn a penny profit more per share than expected of them. Blah blah …

Obama may have closed the gap a bit from the original near 20 pt gap, but it was still 10 pts. Clinton's argument on this is even weaker, that a later primary or one in a midwest state should be considered more significant than one earlier and in a different state; it's not something unusual for her campaign as they've appeared out of touch and lacking intelligent rational thought with such ridiculous notions that the leader in a nomination would be a fine VP to the runner-up.

A continued primary does not need to be harmful for the ultimate Democratic nominee — but this one is. Just read and see how polarized and angry the comments are here from both the Clinton and Obama supporters. Either side will lose a signficant portion of supporters to McCain or abstention in the final November voting. And that's because this primary has been dragged into negative campaigning, fear-mongering, and attacks on character rather than lifting each other concerning the terrible state the past 7 years have left this country and what a new Democratic administration will do to change this. Obama receives a hand slap as well for ultimately lowering himself to defending himself with attacks on Hillary, but the primary brunt of this blame is on Clinton, who has led virtually a negative campaign since the opening bell and certainly since her initial Super Tue defeat.

It's no longer possible to look at just the issues when it comes down to the final vote against McCain. Her lack of character and integrity has shown her to be from the same foundation as Bush, and as unelectable as he would be if he were to run again.

Zoe   April 23rd, 2008 4:32 pm ET

Hilliary did what was expected, nothing more and not anything that indicates any change in the political climate. Its easy to overlook that Obama did well in PA. despite all of Hilliary and Bill's mud slinging and fear mongering. It may be easy to overlook that Obama was the challenger and Clinton was so sure of a walk into the nomination a few short months ago, she signed an agreement to close out Florida and Michigan.

Hilliary. said "Yes..yes…yes", when she had to answer that question
publicly.

Thanks Hilliary but the rest of us already know that.

vern anaheim,ca   April 23rd, 2008 4:33 pm ET

wolf,i still think obama will win the nomination and i enjoy watching you and the others on cnn every day,you guys are head &shoulders above those on that other partial network

v.ananthan   April 23rd, 2008 4:33 pm ET

The democrats have 2 choices…

They can support Obama and give win to Mccain in november …

or

Support Hillary and end the Republican rule in november….

Peter, Indianapolis   April 23rd, 2008 4:34 pm ET

SPINS OF HILLARY CLINTONS THAT WON:T WORK:

-Senator Obama is unelectable. Not only can he win, he is winning.
Hillary's trustwortiness is 38%.

-She has won the big states. She is not the only one who can win big
states. Senator Obama is close enough in the big states to get
Clinton voters who will not abandon the party because of their prejudices.

-She has a broad coalition. She goes into states and resorts to divisive tactics such as race baiting to appeal to voters. Senator Obama has crossed all demographics and has united the most diverse coalition who will work together.

-She has more war experience. She runs an ad with Bin Laden,
but he is still able to roam around because SHE voted to go
to war in the wrong place, along with Bush. Bin Laden doesn't live in Iraq.

I'm sure the super delegates will take these facts into account.

Obama 08.

Sheryl   April 23rd, 2008 4:34 pm ET

Swiss in Canada said…….Can somebody explain to me why Clinton has won Michigan and Florida? (This is a honest question. I really don't know!)

She didn't win either Michigan or Florida, or Texas for that matter.

Last summer it was decided the Dem primary for Michigan and Florida won't count and no one, running for president, said anything. That was the time to try to fix the problem. Now Clinton wants to change the rules in the middle of the race, and trying to blame it on Obama. The only person on the ballot in Michigan was Hillary and Obama did absolutely no campaigning in Florida because that is what they had agreed on. In Texas after all the votes were counted Obama got more Delegates. And in the primary it's the Delegates that count.

Luis A. Montero   April 23rd, 2008 4:35 pm ET

Let's face it: the Democrats are in trouble. For them to still be slugging it out at this late date, while the Republicans are focused on promoting John McCain and John McCain only, suggests to me that the Republicans are well-positioned for taking the presidential prize in November. Hillary Clinton and Barack Obama are tearing each other apart while John McCain is able to pitch his platform relatively unscathed. Could the fact that the Democrats are still so divided say something about the quality of their political platform?

–Luis A. Montero
7th grade Civics Teacher

Robert Bergley   April 23rd, 2008 4:35 pm ET

It seems tragic that someone can make such blatant lies (under fire in Bosnia) in the primaries and rather than admit to flat out lying to EVERYONE come up with some nonsense about "mis-statements".

If your child tried that sort of nonsense when they were caught in a lie you'd ground them.

Let's recognize this as an early warning of what's to come if Hillary gets the nomination. We don't need another 4-8 years of a president that flat out deceives the public.

Anonymous   April 23rd, 2008 4:36 pm ET

***SWISS***

Hillary got the most votes in those contests that were invalid because they broke party rules by voting too early. (BTW: Obama's name wasn't even on the ballot in Michigan.) She's claiming those states as victories because it makes her argument more potent.

Chris, NH   April 23rd, 2008 4:36 pm ET

Let us not forget that after May 6th the Delegate/poular vote margins will be back to what it was yesterday. That is IF She can pull another 9 point win in Indiana, otherwise she loses even more ground. After every contest, Win or lose, she gets further from the Nomination because there is less delegates/votes out there to close the gap.

Every Win that is less than 80% to 20% is a "loss". Spin it how you want. After every "loss" that 80% number goes up.

All that said, minus the negativity, this is the best thing for Barack and the Dem Party. They will have campaigned in EVERY state with record turnout, dwarfing Repub. turnout EVERYWHERE. This is a great foundation for a huge Democratic year with huge coattails for better majorities in congress. I support Hillary's staying in the race to help keep Dem's in the news, I just hope she is true to her word about the loser of the Nomination fight will campaign hard to their own supporters to tow the dem partty line.

CAT   April 23rd, 2008 4:37 pm ET

I don't believe Obama or Clinton representatives should be allowed to talk with super-delegates. That's a sure fire way to invoke corruption.

Super-delegates, are already corrupted in that they are already apart of the institution, the Congress or the Senate. These guys make deals with each other all the time.

If you were to ask me if I believe these super-delegates, those in office already, if they are able to vote based on their on principals and ethics, to make their decision based on their beliefs and not based on what’s in it for them, then I’d half to say no, they cannot be trusted.

Dave   April 23rd, 2008 4:38 pm ET

I want to know why Obama has Blocked every chance to have a re-vote in Florida and Michigan?

Seems to me he's winning and doesn't care about getting a re-vote in those states.

Now given that. He talks about Change And being for the people, But yet when it comes to those two states he doesn't seem to care.

"If We Can't Count On You Now, Don't Count On Us Nov. 2nd!!!"

A Real Democrat   April 23rd, 2008 4:38 pm ET

Off topic, but responding to the above…

Wolf, you are both insightful and entertaining, and one of the only honest brokers on TV.

I listen to you on Sirius, watch you on CNN.

You are a maestro, juggling topics with ease and treating every surrogate, spokesperson, candidate and viewer/listener with respect.

a democrat from nebraksa   April 23rd, 2008 4:38 pm ET

people need to calm down. obama supporters lashing out at hillary. clinton supporters crying that our country will go down the tubes with him at the helm.

i'm just glad that bush is out. so calm down. it will all be ok. obama supporters will soon be able to start listening to dave matthews (or whatever young naive people do) at their frat parties again. hillary's supporters will be able to start gardening and knitting (or whatever old and clueless people do) again. and we will all be fine.

i will say this, i strongly disagree with the comments i read about clinton supporters being stupid high school drop-outs. that's very disrespectful and you clearly aren't internalizing obama's message if that's the comment you choose to make. ever think that you might be doing more harm than good when you type things like that? hillary fans - you could ease up some too.

E. loz Miami   April 23rd, 2008 4:39 pm ET

All this biitterness from Obama supporters??? May want to Stop clinging to negative outburst… All this about the MATH & the RULES of DNC… Reality Chk-"Both" dont have the # of pldg delagates to claim the nomination therefore it's up to the the Super Delagates>>>Now those are DNC rules. Wolf is only speaking the true facts. Also I'm just hoping we dont count FL out if we want to win in NOV. The hispanics here in South FL will go for Clinton in large #s & the lets not forget FL has the biggest older population going for Clinton. So this excuse about Obama did not get to campaing here in FL is just lame excuse for not being able to win another big swing states he needs but cant.

Dave   April 23rd, 2008 4:39 pm ET

It's obvious that Obama will win. The numbers don't lie (Hillary does). The media just keeps drawing this out so people will stay tuned to their coverage.

Mel   April 23rd, 2008 4:40 pm ET

Wolf Blitzer: Why would he ask the self-interested Governor of Florida, a possible VP running-mate for John MCain, who he thinks will be a stronger candidate for the Democrats. I have yet to hear you ask a Democratic Governor a similar kind of question. This is like FoxNews asking Carl Rove the same question. We all know who the Repubs want - Senator Clinton; they want "Rush Limbaugh Democrats" (Repubs for a day to keep the Democratic race going and to leave the party bloodied).

CAT   April 23rd, 2008 4:40 pm ET

I don't think this is fun Wolf, this is starting to get ugly.

scott   April 23rd, 2008 4:41 pm ET

\\Paul vs Clinton

GOOGLE IT!!!

steveda - Poconos Pennsylvania   April 23rd, 2008 4:41 pm ET

I said it before, I am gonna say it again… the media doesn't favor anyone other than itself. The circus the Democratic race has become is a treasure trove for the media…. when you rent tents, you love circuses!!!

Elli   April 23rd, 2008 4:42 pm ET

There is a very simple theory about corruption: Power attracts corruption. + The longer the same power structure prevails the greater is the potential for corruption….
So, doesn't it worry you folks that a WIFE of a former president would become the next president? (Did you not learn anything when a SON of a president was elected as a president?)
This issue is certainly seen in a very dubious light outside US…… and it eats up the US credibility abroad.

annie   April 23rd, 2008 4:42 pm ET

What about Obamas 17 point win in Wisconsin?

or Missouri?

or Virginia?

ALL his wins were 15 points or MORE!

The Media NEVER went on and on…

Never even covered it!

Hac   April 23rd, 2008 4:43 pm ET

Hilary just got a momentary boost, The people like Obama they game him close to 40 million to campaign while Hilary got 21 million from donations from people. She was in debt yesterday and she'll be in debt tomorrow. Hilary is also attacking Obama whenever she can't out smart him. Also after Obama is attacked he takes the defensive he doesn't go attacking her. Shes using cheap tactic that every other pathetic candidate has used in the past. Its sick and getting old. Some asked about why Obama hasn't attacked Bill Clinton yet. His campaign leader answered that they didn't do it yet and wont do it. Obamas bolstering his strategy of change but he is the change. a change from these cheap politics.

maybe it's you   April 23rd, 2008 4:44 pm ET

*NEW MEXICO FOR OBAMA*

Wolf Blitzer has an MA from John Hopkins and more journalism awards to count. Maybe he's not the ignorant one!

Chris - Hemet, Ca.   April 23rd, 2008 4:45 pm ET

When Obama is unpacking his things in the White House next January Clinton will be outside on the sidewalk still going negative. After almost eight years of the current idiot (Dubya) with his arrogance and stupid smirk why would anyone want Clinton and her arrogance and stupid smirk for the next four?

carol   April 23rd, 2008 4:45 pm ET

As a Canadian watching this…I can't believe how STUPID Americans are!

There should be IQ restrictions put on voting privileges in the US.

The WHOLE WORLD sees the Clintons for the LIARS they are.

And wasn't Samantha Power a smart Woman!

Wow.

cserre   April 23rd, 2008 4:45 pm ET

Wolf, you are sounding very objective here.

Keep up the good work!

Debby   April 23rd, 2008 4:45 pm ET

Wolf bottom line voters want CHANGE in their pocketbooks vs. politics. This is why Clinton is the better candidate for the job.

I posted this to your buddy Cafferty's blaaahg but of course anything pro clinton doesn't get in.

Bruce   April 23rd, 2008 4:46 pm ET

Winning a state primary election does not translate into a general election win. It does not even reveal who the strongest candidate would be. If Obama was not in the race, where would his voters go? Mostly to Clinton, but some of his voters are Independents and Republicans. Those voters would probably go to McCain.Conversely, If Clinton was not in the race, where would her voters go? Since they are the traditional Democratic base, they would go to Obama. I don't see any of them supporting McCain. Obama can steal votes from McCain, but Clinton can not. The argument that if Obama can not beat Clinton in Ohio and Pennsylvania, that he could not then beat McCain is illogical and without merit.

virginia zdanowicz   April 23rd, 2008 4:46 pm ET

How effective is Rush Limbaugh’s “Operation Chaos”? Claiming credit today in having Republicans cross over and vote for Hillary. He said his hope is to have Hillary get the superdelegates to take the election from Obama at the convention to create RIOTS, across the country, CAR BURNING etc. How can an American aim to create blood shed and rioting in the street of America? Please please call him out on this. For someone to openly claim to be promoting stuffing the ballot to create civil unrest cannot be tolerated.
Thank you,

Virginia Zdanowicz

HamiltonSq.,N.J.

chuck   April 23rd, 2008 4:47 pm ET

Trouble here is that if Hillary is not the nominee, most of her constituents are going to vote for McCain. If Obama is not the nominee, most of his constituents will vote for Hillary. WAKE UP DEMOCRATS!!! If we loose this election because the democratic delegates are too afraid to say no to an african American because it wouldn't be politically correct then I will become a republican where who you vote for counts all or nothing. At least they knew who their candidate was a month ago. SOMEONE GET HOWARD DEAN THE HELL OUT OF HIS POST. HE IS CLUELESS

DaveCanada   April 23rd, 2008 4:48 pm ET

Congratulations Wolf!

This is your 100th Article that doesn't actually Say anything about anything.

Do you have a point? Do you Ever have a point or do you just 'raise issues' we're all aware of and are very simple.

Sharon   April 23rd, 2008 4:50 pm ET

Obama is the only one who can win against McCain.

McCain would have Hillary for lunch and spit her back out again.

seattle sue   April 23rd, 2008 4:51 pm ET

Deb, If I remember right Clinton did no campaigning in Florida either. So what is the big deal?

Enough   April 23rd, 2008 4:51 pm ET

I keep hearing that she won TX too - she won the popular vote, but he won more delegates. He won.

Jack   April 23rd, 2008 4:51 pm ET

Who cares who the president is if you don't have a significant majority in both houses of Congress… If Obama can bring enough new voters to the polls and they vote in more Democratic members for Congress he should be the candidate - for the future of the republic.

David in Seattle   April 23rd, 2008 4:52 pm ET

I have looked at the polls for the remaining states in this race and run them up on the CNN charts and every which way I run it Hillary has to essentially get all of the Superdelegate vote to win. Not likely. The only other scenario is for the state of Florida and Michigan to be counted as- is, which isnt very likely either….seating the delegates from those states may have that same effect unless the delegate count from those states is based upon the percentage roll up from all of the other states for each candidate. If the democratic party wants to get on with this and get it over with, then the right decision is to parce out the delegates for Michigan and Floridia based again upon a rollup of all of the other states percentage for each candidate and then have a superdelegate session that requires the superdelegates to make their decision….If the DNC had the guts to do that we could be past this next month. In any case I dont see any ethical, moral, or just way that Hillary could possibly win at this point….we will just have to see how she pulls it off in spite of that.

Todd   April 23rd, 2008 4:54 pm ET

If the superdelegates pull a fast one and vote in Hillary I would love to see Obama move over to the independant ranks, thus taking all those supporters and effectively wiping out the chances of democrats doing anything for years…..even the mere mention of it would frighten the superdelegates to reconsider……

Sarah   April 23rd, 2008 4:54 pm ET

Ah… Hillary did not win Michigan. You can't say that MI doesn't count, not campaign in the state, and then say that you won them simply because you did not take your name off of the ballet like all the other major candidates. Hillary's claims that she won here are bogus.

Venus   April 23rd, 2008 4:54 pm ET

Wolf - if Hillary can win all the states - how come Obama has won 30?
How come since Feb.5 - Obama has gotten about 85 endorsements and Hillary got about 7?

Hillary can't win! She had her chance!

Come on people with the name "Clinton" up against a rookie? And, Hillary is saying she is the underdog? Obama's game was to cut into her lead - which he did in Penn State - She had a 33+ lead and Obama cute that to about 9.4. What's great is this is after Rev. Wright, Bitter-Gate… Also only 10 % of voters vote in a primary. And - since when did Hillary win FL. and MI? Hillary needs to take a walk with her broke game! Although I must admitt - I like seeing her play her games… If Hillary was so great - how come Obama is still in the race?

Rosemarie A. Stone   April 23rd, 2008 4:56 pm ET

The "spin" will stop here! When all the remaining States' have voted, Senator Barack Obama will be in the lead in pledged delegates, popular vote and States' won. That's when Hillary Clinton will have to curtsy and bow out of the race. She has no argument that'll convince the superdelegates that she won the race. Numbers do count and her numbers won't add up to much. She has smeared this campaign negatively and I can't wait for the time when we won't have to listen to her cackling banter any more. Obama's message of hope, unity and the promise for America's bright future is the most promising, optimistic, wholesome view and direction that this country sorely needs.
Rosemarie
Vero Beach, FL

Paul   April 23rd, 2008 4:56 pm ET

The only possible way for Hillary to win is to try an destroy Obama. It is crazy for her to say she is more electable when every poll shows that he is leading against McCain and is against her nationally. It's amusing to see her try to claim the big states are the one's that matter and that Obama can't win those. The only people that believe that are the uneducated clueless people that are her main supporters in the first place.

Wil Smith Jackson, MS   April 23rd, 2008 4:56 pm ET

IT'S IS SO FUNNY TO WATCH OBAMA SUPPORTS WHINE WHEN THE MEDIA FINALLY HAVE TO TELL THE FACTS AND TRUTH ABOUT OBAMA. LIKE HILLARY WE SUPPORTERS ARE BATTLE TESTED LIKE SHE IS EVERYDAY AND SHAKE OFF THE MEDIA. OBAMA PEOPLE JUST WHINE AND WHINE LIKE HE DO, BUT THOSE ARE THE NEW VOTERS AND YOUNG VOTERS.

QUIT THE DANG WHINING!!!!!!!!!!!

HILLARY 2008 AND RE-ELECT 2012

Chris   April 23rd, 2008 4:57 pm ET

As a new voter I can honestly say, if Clinton steals the nomination even though Obama has MORE delegates, has MORE of the popular vote AND has won twice as many states, I'm done with politics.

It just doesn't seem very democratic to me.

I'm also very insulted when I hear the Clinton camp say that she's won the important states like California, Texas, Ohio and Pennsylvania. Excuse me, but isn't there 50 states in this union? We ALL should have a voice and say in who becomes the nomination; it shouldn't be decided by the minority.

Clinton or McCain, but NEVER obama   April 23rd, 2008 4:59 pm ET

I don't know why you people keep saying that anyone for Clinton or McCain and NOT obama is racist. We are not racist ………the man is simply UNFIT to be President of this country. He isn't even fit to be in the congress. He has an agenda and does not have the best interest of this country at heart. I don't care what color he is…..I would not vote for him if he were the only person running.
NEVER obama.

Tony   April 23rd, 2008 5:00 pm ET

Speaking of spin, the press (including CNN) reports that Clinton got a 10 point win. My calculator adds it up to 9.2%. Imaging the storyline if the win wasn't a "double-digit" win! My math teacher gives the press an "F."

Gart   April 23rd, 2008 5:00 pm ET

Wolf, would you please stop saying "the best political team on television"? It is a slogan! It is beneath you to have to repeat a stupid slogan seven times on every show.

Gene   April 23rd, 2008 5:03 pm ET

Look all the spin is the media!
This past week-end you could not find out who she was running against because the media did not cover Obama at all! What happened to unbiased reporting?
Look they want to extend this for Money and entertainment reasons news ratings and look at how much money is being spent! Lots, and lots of people making out over this! Until the system changes this is what you get.

Shame on the public not smart enough to pickup on it! Dam, no one saw Lions for Lambs? What did Tom Cruse say about the media, it’s the point of the movie and the war! ! !
Also read the News week article on Media Mogul, Murdoch, find out why he indorsed Obama!

Get smart people or we all will loose more then you can imagine.

School Teachers for Obama   April 23rd, 2008 5:04 pm ET

As as school teacher I know Math is a fundamental skill that all students need to learn. It seems that Hillary has not learned this skill in her elitist upbringings. The things she says just don't add up! The only way for her to win is to "Steal" the nomination. I just can't condone the use of "New Math". GO OBAMA!!!

Steve, South Carolina   April 23rd, 2008 5:04 pm ET

The fact that the Democratic Party has designed superdelegate votes to have more flexibility in who they ultimately choose prior to or at the national convention compared to their states popular vote or regular delegate votes just goes to show how much the Democratic Party is an elitist party………………….McCain 2008

ronnie   April 23rd, 2008 5:05 pm ET

if she win, will she he to worried about what bill doing.

American Girl   April 23rd, 2008 5:05 pm ET

So true —–

Hillary - tears "I love this country"
Hillary - Why are they always picking on me
Why do I get the tough questions and have to go first… maybe becasue you won't be quiet and you always interupt.

You kow their is something to said about silence sometimes. She just goes on and on and says anything., When people won't stop talking they are lying and will say things they do not remember.

Hillary you fo complain..

OBAMA '08

Nancy Christoff   April 23rd, 2008 5:08 pm ET

Can't believe people are supporting Clinton. It must be all about
money in their pocket. We DO want a woman president in the
future. But we want the most intelligent learned disciplined woman
possible. We are willing to wait for the right woman. We want a
woman without scandals and baggage. A woman who has eyes
that show true integrity and emotion. A woman with a pristine
record of public service. A woman of high moral character.

Maybe we will choose

Rob   April 23rd, 2008 5:08 pm ET

Because Obama won't play the game that HRC uses which keeps her in this race please don't confuse that with what the repugnicans have in store for her if she manages to 'steal' this nomination. For all the folks out there that figure Obama is un-electable you must have forgotten all the junk that HRC yet has to face. She says she's been vetted? By whom? Obama has tried to stay above all that but because of the attacks from HRC he has to counter but that's all he has been doing is countering he's never taken the offensive. You all need to give your collective heads a shake if you think all the Clinton garbage won't be coming out full force and more by the Repugs.

Val   April 23rd, 2008 5:08 pm ET

Has anyone analyzed the impact of "Operation Chaos" in Pennsylvania? The Washington Post reported a shift in Pennsylvania over the past year with Democrat registrations rising by over 300,000. Could this operation account for the double as opposed to single digit victory by Clinton? Such a manipulation of the system may thrill Republicans now, but won't it hurt our country in the long run by making a mockery of our forefathers vision of democracy?

John Smith   April 23rd, 2008 5:08 pm ET

Personally, I do not have any problem with Hillary. As I understand "personality disorders," she strongly believes that "there is nothing wrong with her." I work with these kinds of folks everyday— they abuse their spouses and blame their spouses for all the problems in the relationship.

My problem is with those who "fail" to see or recognize the psychopathology (a mental health issue) in this family! They continue to support the Clintons, totally blind to their "history" in this nation. Or probably blinded by wealth or the "image of a "fighter" and not a "peace-maker." God bless us all!!

andrea, Illinois   April 23rd, 2008 5:09 pm ET

Hillary is going to ruin it for the Dems….. They are going to loose because of her.
1. She will divide the party
2. If for some strange/unfair reason she will be the nominee, McCain will have an easy game. You can't win if 58% of the population has a negative opinion about you.

For my part, I would rather stay home than give her my vote. The Clintons are disgusting and dishonest people.

Kelly   April 23rd, 2008 5:10 pm ET

This is my comment, I am tired of hearing about Hillary and the people of this nation and the news media are not pointing out that it was HER HUSAND that sign into agreement the Nafta treaty that has made me loose my job and my families income. If everyone is tired of Washington being the same way then vote for something different. I am a white women from Kansas that is 44 years old and my stomach just turns when I hear everyone saying she still stands a chance to win the nomination. Everyone talks like the USA is only made up of states like PA, OH, NY and so on. That is just not true and I think everyone else in the USA that does not live in those state should stand together and say we are tired of the few making decisions for the rest of us. I have to say that I believe that most people still do believe that because he is half black and half white then he is going to lean toward the black people. I know that is the truth of what some believe but they then HAVE NO RIGHT TO THROW STONES AT THE REV. WHITE FOR HIS STATEMENTS. THE DIFFERENCE IS HE SAID THEM OUT LOUD AND THEY HAVE NOT OR ARE NOT ANYONE IMPORTANT ENOUGH FOR PEOPLE TO CARE WHAT THEY HAVE TO SAY.

Betty   April 23rd, 2008 5:10 pm ET

It appears that Clinton thinks the American people are ignorant as she continues to lie to us ……..and who is elitist?
How can you say to the smart American public that Michigan votes should count when her opponent was not even on the ballot?
There are so many Republicans and Independents READY to vote for an honest democrat this year, but Clinton is hell bent on destroying her opponent and her party.
Obama should focus on McCain, ignore her completely and her antics, not engage in her dirty politics and ready himself for a fight in November.

brad smith   April 23rd, 2008 5:10 pm ET

can someone explain to me the spin that "he can't win big states"
Who decides what states are more important than others?
So basically on Fl, OH,PA count, the rest of the country is just window shopping. This is exactly what the Clinton campaign is trying to "spin" to the country. She fights "for the little guy", give me a break, only if it is in one of those "big states"
Also this whole notion he outspent her 2 to 1. She is basically saying that money buys peoples votes. She is insulting everyone. The clintons are insinuating that peoples votes can be bought, that's why it was a big victory for her in PA. PEOPLE WAKE UP.

dguill   April 23rd, 2008 5:11 pm ET

HOW ABOUT THIS SPIN. LETS JUST SAY IF ALL THE PRIMARIES WERE HELD YESTERDAY WHO WOULD BE CONGRADULATING WHO. HE IS NOW AND WILL BE TO THE END THE OVERALL WINNER IN POPULAR AND DELEGATES. THANKS WOLF …I WILL BE TUNED IN TO YOUR SHOW SO PLEASE MENTION THIS TO YOUR VIEWERS.

THANKS

Rake Morgan   April 23rd, 2008 5:11 pm ET

After doing an analysis of the Gross Domestic Product produced by each state, I've found that states Hillary Clinton has won contribute a whopping 63% of total GDP, as compared to Barack Obama’s 37%. The significance of this data cannot be overstated. These states are the economic backbone and future of this country. That is where Hillary is winning. Even though ‘total states won’ and delegate counts get most of the attention, Hillary’s almost two-to-one lead in states that contribute the most to our economy should send an important message to the "super-delegates."

mnjack   April 23rd, 2008 5:11 pm ET

There is NO way Florida and Michigan are going to vote for Obama in the general election.
Not after what he did to them!!!!!

People are starting to see Nobama for what he is.
He has a lot of baggage and a nasty group of friends.

John McCain would rip him apart.

Obama is NOT fit to be President of the United States.

Hillary is the correct choice for Commander in Cheif.

Hillary 2008

Kevin   April 23rd, 2008 5:12 pm ET

We all know who the real spin doctors are.. Senator Clinton's victory, though impressive, was a 9% margin (based upon CNN's own figures). The "Clinton wins by double-digit" claim is neitier accurate or fair, however CNN spin doctors began this misleading spin in concert both before and now after all votes have been counted. Most American are intelligent enough to do the math, especially when you (CNN) provide the actual vote count… You now only have 12-days to spin for the Clintons, as on May 7th we will all have to bid farewell to Senator Clinton…

merle 7   April 23rd, 2008 5:13 pm ET

The super delagates should also consider Hillary can't not win the GE with out the support of the AA community,even though you never here them talk about her lack of support in votes among these group. Not to mention the new young voters that have come to the party mainly because of Obama. If these two groups are turn off by dirty politics Hillary will still lose the GE. But I think that this her plan if she won't get the nod then she will continue to hurt or OBLITERATE Obama 's chances. It has became apparent that the Clintons own the democratic party at lease that is the way it appears.

OBAMA 08!

Tubby The Tuba from Texas   April 23rd, 2008 5:14 pm ET

The answer is the same reason that Hillary could not close the deal on almost twice the states that Barack Obama could not close. But realistically, unless CNN is purposely trying to keep this primary going, it sells, right ?,what democrat worth his/her salt is not going to vote for a democrat in California or in New York, your big state?

skip from Asheville, NC   April 23rd, 2008 5:16 pm ET

Wolfe: Quit using talking points youirself and find out a few facts about it is impossible for Hillary to win the nimination. Math, superdelegates and the complete collaspe of the democratic Party will occur if Hillary wins.

alf   April 23rd, 2008 5:19 pm ET

Race.

Adrian Fisher Sr.   April 23rd, 2008 5:21 pm ET

It is my opinion that Hillary's win comes with the fact that she had ties to P.A. Could she win on Obamas turf Illinoise I dont htink so, Hillary is a liar and a candidate that will stoop to any level to win. Both Bill and Hillary are liars and after what Bill did in the White House right under Hillarys nose proves that her little experience is not so good,She could not even catch her own husband tom foolery in the White House how could she be revered to run the White House. Who will be watchiing Bill? who wants to be back in the White House more than Hillary. Besides enough is enough we have already suffered one major Clinton embarrement why take a chance on another one. Besides if she does become the Candidate most Dems will be voting for Mr. Mcain.

Mark Wright   April 23rd, 2008 5:22 pm ET

It is said that Barak Obama can not win the battleground states, and that may be so….But why is there so many exit polls to show how great Hillary Clinton's ten percent victory in Pennsylvania was, yet I believe it was much closer than that . Not only in Pennsylvania but also in Texas as well as Ohio and maybe other of these battleground states. One thing not getting much coverage is the fact that many Republicans is registering Democrat just to vote in there primaries, and it is my guess that they are overwhelmingly voting for Hillary…HOW ABOUT AN EXIT POLL FOR THAT…..It is apparent that the Republicans fear Barak, knowing he will slice up John Mc Cain in a debate any day of the week. They know he is walking lightly with Hillary, fearing he would look like a bully…I say go for it Barak, show the country what the Republicans already know that you can be tough and think on your feet, we know they are using any and everything to separate, while you are trying to bridge the divides…..America don't be fooled by the oakie doke!!!!

JAZZ   April 23rd, 2008 5:22 pm ET

Without FL and MI the Will of the people has not been expressed.
It appears the Obama campaign wants to win by "'fixing" the race ie by excluding FL and MI. The nomination cannot be "stolen" because Obama does not own it. Neither candidate has the 2025 delegates needed to win the nomination.
The party rules DO NOT require the superdelegates to vote for the winner of the pledged delegate races. The nominee will be the person with the best chance to win in November because winning in November is the end game. The problem with the youth vote is it's about Obama the man and not the party. Do you really think they will continue to vote and he's not in the race in 2010 and thereafter? Just remember the party faithful vote out of duty. Older black voters also vote because they know that blood was spilled and lives were lost for their right to vote. Hillary is TOO LEGIT to QUIT!

Brent Stevenson   April 23rd, 2008 5:23 pm ET

Doesn't matter if Obama or Clinton now. The democratic party is in ruins thanks to the Karl Rove playbook attacks by Hillary and throwing the kitchen sink. I am so ashamed of the democratic party. You have given the election to McCain. Hope it was worth it Hillary and all your vile kitchen sink strategy.

You have a huge ego and you need to knocked down a few levels.

Patrick   April 23rd, 2008 5:23 pm ET

Why do the pundits predict that blacks will not support Hillary if their man loses and at the same time imply or claim outright that the Clintons are racists? Are the pundits suggesting that black America will support McCain? Is this a threat or typical thoughtless utterances of the "experts"?

92% of black voters in PA voted for a black candidate. Exactly who is the racist in this race?

EG FROM TORONTO   April 23rd, 2008 5:24 pm ET

GIVE IT A REST BLITZ, AND THE REST OF THE CNN, BEST POLITICAL TEAM. YOU GUYS ARE DOING THE SPINNING. YOU WOULD LIKE US TO BELIEVE THAT THERE IS DRAMA TO UNFOLD, THAT WE STILL HAVE A HORSE RACE, WHEN IN FACT OBAMA IS HOME AND COOLED OUT. HILLARY HAS NO CHANCE OF WINNING THE NOMINATION. THE MEDIA WANTS US GLUED TO OUR TV SETS, AGONIZING OVER EVERY TWIST AND TURN AND MEDIA MANUFACTURED CONTRAVERSY, WHEN IN EFFECT, THE RACE IS OVER FOR HILLARY, AND OBAMA HAS PREVAILED. NICE TRY THOUGH, YOU MIGHT FOOL SOME OF THE OHIO AND PENNSYLVANIA CROWD.

Grayson   April 23rd, 2008 5:24 pm ET

Are any of Billary's supporters concerned they didn't fight for MI and FL delegates last year when they had the chance? Or do you all believe in the win at all costs motto like your leader?

Franky   April 23rd, 2008 5:25 pm ET

"Obama has no one to blame but himself. He need to knock her out in N.C and Indiana and stop this MADNESS.

I know it hard for a black man to hit hard at a white woman, but we are giving you permission to knock her out."

I gotta say, I couldn't agree more. But to be honest, is funny how you say, "we are giving you permission to knock her out." LOL!!!!!!!!

Now that's funny….LOL!!!

Euphemia, Dublin, Ireland   April 23rd, 2008 5:25 pm ET

Don't count your chickens yet Senator Clinton - many of your Pennsylvania voters may not be around to vote for you in November!!!!

Key West Sun   April 23rd, 2008 5:26 pm ET

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