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Alan Boyer,

"Older" voters have seen black men in leadership positions most of their lives. These "older" voters were teenagers or very young adults during the 1960s. A large group of these "older" voters helped bring about the changes that facilitated the access of black men to leadership positions. Face it, THIS IS NOT ABOUT RACE. This is about the many flaws of your candidate.

I doubt CNN will post this, just as many others of my comments...

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I wouldn't worry too much about it... it was the same groups that voted for Clinton that helped Bush win two terms

Time to cut from the past and make a better future!

Only Hillary, not Obama

HILLARY 08

CNN, I think you will delete my comment, as CNN=Clinton Negative News

HILLARY 08
HILLARY 08
HILLARY 08
HILLARY 08
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The Clinton have sicken so many with their lying campaigning style that may have worked in the for them now.

But the say part is that they have divided the party and ensure a Republican Win.

So, Clinton supporters becareful while our following the Clinton.

I hope she don't take away what we work so hard to build the Democratic Party must win....

Forgot one thing. This should let you know that OBAMA IS THE ONE!
And he will win against two!

Linda – ARKANSAS FOR OBAMA.

Yeah, you seniors sure know how to elect old white republicans who can't win wars they start and completely screw up the country financially for GENERATIONS.

BRAVO seniors!

Your track record is spectacular!

And its a statistical FACT that 1) seniors were a major reason why he lost Pennsylvania, and a statistical fact that 2) seniors have old-school mentalities that they grew up with that make them less likely than younger generations to vote for a black person.

The only experience Hillary has is in padding her Resume.

Obama 08

Jenkins: It's called the Lugar-Obama Nonproliferation initiative. Signed into law by Bush.

You ignorant, echo-chamber Clintonistas really ought to educate yourselves.

Please tell me how Clinton can prove Republicans will do anything other than rail against her.

OF COURSE YOU HAVE PROBLEM WITH SENIOR
THEY HAVE EXPERIENCE, WISDOM AND INTUITION
AND SEE YOU COMING
THEY PROBABLY COULD READ YOUR MIND
THAT IS WHY
YOU CAN NOT KID THEM
THEY ARE NOT THE YOUNG PEOPLE FROM COLLEGE
THAT YOU HIPNOTIZE
,THEY RECOGNIZE A CHARLATAN

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!!

Guys if you have a negative opinion about Obama there is no need to be nasty about it. I don't support him but he is shown to do great things for his state and have done great things for our troop. Unlike Mccain, which will not even support the Sen. Jim Webb's 21st Century GI Bill increased. How awful is that that a Vet. will not support a bill that that helps our troops once they decide to leave the military.

I don't hear much talk about this though. you guys are to busy worrying about who preacher said what and who didn't get shot at in Bosnia. I hope when it is time for you guys to unite around a democratic candidate for the general election that all of this 'Bitterness' is gone.

Fred

I believe it's called wisdom.

These are the same people who lived in the 40's, 50's, and 60's who in my opinion are stuck back in time. I believe that seniors are afraid of an African American being in power. I have spoke to many who feel that way. It is unfortunate that we cannot get past the Jim Crow era of thinking. Here in Texas, there are many who feel this way. We need to get past this. The world is watching. I feel that There is a backlash against americans in many part of the world because of our somtimes closed minded views.

I'm a Senior white woman voting for Obama. Got too much sense to be taken in by the Clintons anymore, although I voted for Bill, sorry to admit.

Obama step aside, it is for the good of the party.

She offered you the VP and you snubbed her.

Bring on McCain.

Hillary 08!!!!!!!!!!!

It matters little what he does at this point. Clinton could win every remaining contest 60% to 40% in her favor, then pick up 53% of the super delegates and still lose. Check the math for yourself. Obama would have roughly 2028 to 1993 for Clinton.

Clinton has to capture more than 2/3rds of the remaining supers and win every contest remaining by more than 60% to even have a chance to win.

Save your money...you get better odds in Vegas.

I think Obama still has a great chance. The voters that have been voting for Hillary are the good old boys. They still believe that their should not be an African Amer. president. I think even though I supported and voted for Bill Clinton we need a change. What is going to happen is the democrats will have another Bill Clinton in office. Things have changed in the last eight years to more people killed during the war, crime is on the rise, the economy is in shambles, people renting are being put in the street after paying rent because of homeowners going into foreclosure. We need new blood and change in the White House. I really believe that the energy he has and his knowledge Obama will give 100%.

To CNN Moderators.

How about letting people post comments without censorship as long as they don't use profanity. Everyone is complaining that you only allow certain views to come across.

You opened this can of worms so let us seniors tell Obama why we don't support him.

Obama has problems with respect – respect with anyone who can see clearly through him; you can't fool the elderly; they are wise, experienced, tried and tested; it's obvious he didn't respect his own grandma from the comments he's made about her. To suggest that the elderly are a "problem" for him is by far the most insulting comment I've heard come out of his mouth so far – and believe me, many of the things he and his followers have said have been insulting; what happened to respecting your elders, valuing their opinions; one day the young will be old too; do you want to be valued the way Obama and many of the commenters on this site have shown? A pathetic display of elitism!

He has a problem with seniors because his program is utopian. He says that he wants to change the world, this speech seduces the young people who are enthusiasms but seniors vote by knowledge of cause. Clinton has a logical speech, not a dreamy speech. GO HILLARY 08!!!!

Hillary you and your hubby stained the white house before.
You messed over America in there face. Why should American give yall another chance. Move out of the way you had 8 years how greedy can you be?

How true ~ it seems to me that the Clinton machine has two gears: Cry/whine and Attack. I would think that the more mature population would be sick and tired of her and her husband's lies and unscrupulous ways.
It is sad when you think about it. She thought that there was a "vast right-wing" conspiracy in the 90's, but it turned out it was just her husband cheating on her with younger women. She has had so much emotional damage that she can't be trusted to run a Wal-mart, let alone the US of A.

If you think you are having trouble with seniors, did you ever stop to
think about why? Could it be the lack of respect you show to others especially Senator Clinton? Could it be because you give someone the finger in public and laugh about it.? Could it be that the people you hang around with are so controversial? Could it be that your ads do not tell the whole truth? Could it be that you have very little experience? Could it be that you come across so arrogant? Could it be that when things don't go your way, you whine? Could it be they question your patriotism ? Just some food for thought.

What track record is he talking about. Obama takes a lot of creative license with the facts. hillary has a strong track record working to change things like health care and prescription drugs... Obama just talks about talking about the issues but he doesn't like to talk isues, because he's weak on the issues.

He targeted young people because they like to party, and he's a rock star, and his strongest talent is campaigning. He hasn't worked hard to make change happen in the Illinois Senate nor the USA Senate, and doesn't bother voting on tough issues. His problem with older voters is that they have been around, and they are not in school so they have time to read, and the can clearly see Hillary is the candidate with solutions - that she will take into action - and Obama really is just words.

When will people realize that voting for Hillary Clinton will not bring back the the "prosperous times" of the 90's. Those times are over, gone and not matter how many Clintons you put in the White House they aren't coming back. However the scandals, lies and complete obnoxious behavior of the Clinton's will return that you can be sure of.

As for older votes, I am a white 50 year old woman and my mother is 68 and we both voted for Obama. Don't be afraid of change – it's a good thing.

and we understand, he said, older people vote for clinton miss because it is the wife of former President clinton?

Most senior's don't have access to a computer, and therefore are unable to do research on Hillary.

So, for those who keep saying "They're old, but can see what young people can't", or "They are smart enough to now NOT to vote for the flavor of the month" is just plain BS.

They believe in everything the media says because they come from an era when media was actually not biased.

Younger people are more inclined to do research and know the facts. This has been proven by the overwhelming majority of younger people voting for Obama. Also, remember folks, when all of us are old and gray, younger generations will always outnumber us 3 to 1. THEY will have voting power over the issues that will matter to older citizens. So, to discount the younger vote places burden on those who will heavily rely on it in the not so distant futures.

As for experience, the truth is that the only kind Hillary has, is LYING.

Older voters can think for themselves and can see a spinmaster for what he is not what he wants them to think he is. Older voters refuse to be made to feel guilty for the missed chances that black leaders have experienced in their lives. Pres. Johnson's Great Society programs lasted 40 yrs. Enough . If the black community feels that they have been missled, I offer that they missed all the oppurtunities given to them. It is time to worry about the poor whites in appalachia who also struggle and the hard working Hispanics who also struggle every day to obtain the American dream. Obama likes to think he can be evasive eith older voters. I guess he just found out he cannot.

It is not surprising that Obama is having difficulty winning support from voters over 65 as these are the last generation of segregation. Many seniors will find it difficult to tuck away their upbringing to support a candidate that represents change. The Clintons and McCain are the status quo and seniors will normally go with something familiar even if it isn't in their best interest.

Grandchildren and children need to explain Obama's plan benefits them. NO TAXES ON SOCIAL SECURITY for those who make less then 50 grand a year.

I'm not a senior but, at 51, I'm not too far off. First, I would like to address the question of Obama as a "fad." That he definitely is not. The changes he's proposing were first sought during the 60s and into the 70s. Many weren't possible then, but now they are. Obama could bring the fulfillment of what many were working for back then.

And for Jenkins: Obama does have experience working with Republicans. The best example i can think of right now is the Lugar-Obama Nuclear Non-Proliferation Act, meant to reduce arms throughout the world. He and Senator Lugar (R-IN) traveled to Ukraine together to promote this. He has also won the backing of many Republican leaders.

I hope CNN prints my comments this time.

From Article II, Section 1 of the US Constitution:

No Person except a natural born Citizen, or a Citizen of the United States, at the time of the Adoption of this Constitution, shall be eligible to the Office of President; neither shall any Person be eligible to that Office who shall not have attained to the Age of thirty five Years, and been fourteen Years a Resident within the United States.

Looks like Barack Obama meets all those requirements. Nowhere in teh Constitution does it say someone has to serve in the military to be president, or serve in the Senate for X number of years. Those are bogus requirements that are totally meaning less.

I'm 55, a white male, and I fully support Barack Obama because I feel he is the best candidate for thjob. From either party.

Just wait and see. It's easy to criticize Obama when the sun is shining for Hillary. On May 7th, you're going to wonder why all this talk about the impact of seniors hasn't put the slightest dent in Obama's path towards presidency.

Hey Joe- I am living in FL, a white senior, AND Jewish AND a Republican. But my vote goes to Obama. Don't lump us all together! And check your facts on Hillary and Rev Wright. She and Bill called Rev Wright to the White House to help them work throught the Lewinsky affair. Duh, huh?

Older voters dont like CHANGE...too bad for them... Hillary is George Bush in a brightly colored suit. Older voters feel comfy with that crap.

There is an old saying attributed to Will Rogers which goes something like....promise them (voters) anything but deliver nothing. With all due respect to Senator Obama, he has very little in the way if a current track record of any kind on the national scene that I am aware of. BTW, if he does in fact wind up being the Democratic Party nominee, I will vote for him. I don't believe the Nation can afford another administration that gives every impression of being a Bush clone.

I have one word: experience. I'm 63 and would describe myself as a life-long liberal/progressive Democrat. I don't support Obama simply because I believe that he is too untested, too inexperienced, too vague, too willing to substitute a moving speech for clear policy recommendations. It's got nothing to do with my age or his race. I'm waiting for him to bring some specificity to his message, waiting for him to zero in on exactly what to expect from him as president. "Hope" and "change" are not going to do it. He needs to spell things out, show us he's ready for the job, and tell us exactly what he intends to do about some of the horrific problems facing us, both at home and abroad.

In the meantime, maybe he ought to just stop "categorizing" people and ask himself why he hasn't carried a SINGLE big state.

And as for the comment about "older" voters not keeping up with the issues - the implication being that if we did, we would be supporting Obama - how about getting back to that word "experience?" Meaning that we need to hire the best qualified person to lead us in the recovery from the Bush administration. For me, that's Senator Clinton. I'm just not willing to gamble on Obama, good man that he
is, at this dangerous point in our history.

What has Obama done to deserve to be where he is? Hillary has a record to run on. McCain has the same. What does a 2 year senator have? Even a governor has more than him. Even a 2 term representative has more than he has. What has Obama done to be where he is? Think long and hard and you'll know why he's where he's at. Tall, goodlooking, articulate and? And? And? And? Yeah, that.

All these statistics...racial...gender...and age profiling are irrelevant. What matters at the end of the day, is how many total delegates and how many Americans nationally voted for the candidate.

The answer we all know is Obama. Face the facts, Obama will win both the largest number of delegates AND the popular vote.

Clinton has no business trying to manipulate or change the party rules. This election will make a mockery of our Democracy if 300 superdelegates decide the outcome behind closed doors and overrule the majority of the voters.

Hey, hold on a minute there Obama. I'm 66 and a white male and I wouldn't support Clinton for all the tea in China. I can't stand Republicans, so McCain is out. So that leaves you, but you went and gave your wholehearted support to the global warming scam artist, Al Gore, and you lost me there, so all I have left to vote for is either McCain or Donald Duck.

I can tell you this: If John McCain wins the general election, it won't be because he's the better cadidate, it'll be because older voters, especially women, will vote for McCain and not Obama.
These voters will destroy this country, which they won't live long enough to see anyway, and history will judge them as those who, out of some misguided loyality, left the younger voters to deal with the problems.

I am a senior, and a supporter of Sen Clinton. The reason has nothing to do with race – I left that behind a long time ago, primarily after three years of living in the US Virgin Islands. It has nothing to do with never working with blacks in a position of leadership. I spent fifteen years working for a company in which a terrific black man and I, as a white female, were the "tokens of the week". Also, my first mentor was a black man from Guyana. It is the experience factor, which trumps everything else. And no, if Sen Clinton does not get the nomination, I will not vote for John McCain.

Why? Are they bitter and therefore clinging to social security and health care?

I think Obama is the kind of politician that he says is the root of all the problems in the United States. He is smarter than the regular politician and more dangerous. But his true colors started to show up.

I bet hillary roadhog clinton finds a way to steal the nomination. Be advised that the clintons do BELIEVE that the democratic party is theirs and theirs alone and can do with it whatever they please even if it means destroying it. If she does steal this nomination, the backlash from the obama supporters will kill any chance of a democrat in office. She wont beat McCain without obama's supporters and you clintonites know this!!!!!!!!!! She has no chance of winning if we go by the numbers, but of course if she was in the lead and barack was trying to steal it, imagine the horror!!! If she cant win, why does she stay in, CUZ SHE IS A CLINTON AND CLINTONS DONT BELIEVE IN LOSING, not to mention they dont believe in the truth, MARK MY WORDS SHE WILL STEAL THIS NOMINATION AND PUT ANOTHER FANTASTIC SPIN ON IT! WAKE UP!
Older people, the 60' and 70's are over, time for a new world without the politics of old! PLEASE WAKE UP!

He does have a problem with Seniors... He speaks only to the immature. The ones who think a three word phrase is as good as policy. He's been nowhere, he's done nothing, he's running on personality. He's a con man. Let's see.... where were we on this issue 7 years ago?

I am a senior and a teacher that is not voting for Obama. I have read his books and in his second book he states that the Educational system should look into merit pay for teachers. This is absurd!!!!
I teach special education and I suppose under his plan I would not get paid if the students did not learn irregardless of their learning or physical disabilities...

I am for Clinton and am especially pleased that she is scrapping NCLB.

OLDER PEOPLE KNOW HE IS THE WRONG PERSON FOR THE JOB..WHY SHOULD THEY LIKE HIM...ALL HE DOES IS LIE..CAN'T EVEN HANDLE DEBATES....HI IS WHINING BABY...HIS WIFE SHE IS A JOKE..SENIORS AREN'T DUMB....HIS WIFE STATED SHE WAS JUST NOW PROUD TO BE AN AMERICAN...WHY SHOULD ANYBODY LIKE THIS MAN...

Enjoy the day HRC supporters ... The next two primaries are not going to fair as well for HRC ... This race is over ... She can't win without stealing it and alienating half the party ... I am an Indie and will write-in Obama out of principal ... Never have voted for a Clinton and never will.

Race will be a factor....

Hillary Clinton has no problem with older people because she is an old hag.

Ahhh yes, the race card. Often played by losers who cant accept the facts. Typical arrogance shown by black people. If they dont get the job, its racism. If they dont get a raise, its racism. If they dont get elected, its racism. STFU already. Tired of all the incessant whining. The funny thing is...Obama's issue, if anything to do with white America....have more to do with people believing he is Muslim more than the issue he is black. He is only half black anyways. No one cares about that. You are out of touch with Americans....plain and simple. Senior citizens dont care about your appearances on MTV and having schoolgirls who arent even old enough to vote shouting and crying your name.

Joe, you are so right. Now Obama is blaming his loss on Seniors. That is because they are experienced in life and they have seen so many Presidents come and go and they know when a candidate is deceiving them or not. That explains why Obama flock to the youths. Because he can manipulate them his way and they don't care about experience at all. You just look flashy like Hollywood itself and they like you. What about issues? They don't care.

If he has problem with Seniors what about?

FLORIDA VOTERS

MICHIGAN VOTERS

HISPANICS

WORKING WHITES

SENIORS

JEWISH COMMUNITY

CATHOLICS

I am really happy to see he is making inroads with the senior community..and it didn't take the results of Pennsylvania for me to figure it out.......My 76 yr old mother who voted for Hillary Clinton on Jan 29 in FL, now has "buyer's remorse".......She doesn't appreciate the "condescending attitude" and the "smear and fear-mongering" that Hillary Clinton has been doing lately. She also doesn't understand this so-called embellishing that Hillary was doing about Bosnia sniper-fire and other things, she says, "she's like a child who thinks they can get away with something so they keep lying even though they keep getting caught". She got five of her lady friends to become Obama "mamas" too. My 85 yr old father, who is a WWII veteran...likes what Barack has been saying and doing about veterans healthcare. he didn't tell me who he voted for...by I think I know....

People,
you claim to be self knowing and do not regurgitate what the cable media force feeds you, but that is exactly what you are doing. Barack stated he did not do well with seniors, how is this a problem to state the obvious and the truth. Are we so numb to the truth, that we call it "spin" when we hear it.
Second this notion that he does not have experience and Hillary does is the most unthought out statement I have ever heard. Lets look at it this way, NO ONE HAS PRESIDENTIAL EXPERIENCE. If the criteria is having knowledge of foreign affairs, good decisions skills, and leadership, well that would describe most teachers or my Uncle Joe. He knows everybody and travels the globe every year on a cruise ship. You can't prepare or have prior knowledge on how "to be a president". There is no other job like it. So please stop using the experience card on not just Barack, but on the other candidates also. Don't be a sheep and come up with an original thought of your own and stop plagiarizing cable news broadcasters.
Just one more thought, look how this so called "experience" has gotten us over the last 30 years, sometimes too much "experience" can be a bad thing. Like being "experienced" in corruption and "experienced" in forcing our ideology on others.

Well as a older voter we have seen many candidates like Obama. We do not judge a book by its cover. Also we do not judge a candidate by his speeches but by the issues he presents.

We do not like to be told that experience means nothing. We have a lot of experience that means something. We feel obama trivializes experience and thus trivializes the older voter.

HRC has been pimping Bill big time. Some voters are nostalgic and longing for those lost '90s with the old Clinton gang and are voting for Bill's 3rd term via HRC. It's just a matter of time before Chelsea puts in her bid and you know what? Based on the logic of this campaign, she would've had at least 8 years in the white house, more if her mom gets the nod and she will therefore be more "experienced" than any other politician.

I don't want to insult the elders, but they messed up here. Funny how some people got so up in arms about "typical white people", when many in this demographic are plainly so. I saw many interviews where folks unabashedly stated that they can't see themselves voting for a black man. No logic, no reason, just limited by racism. Face it, while it's not fair to paint everyone with the typical brush, it's often true. Older folks benefitted from institutionalized racism and were taught from young to believe and accept it as a necessity.

I used to really like Bill Clinton, but this campaign has put him in an ugly light. And please explain to my why the hispanics feel so emotional about HRC? That's another group who benefit from civil rights gains hard won by blacks and yet they are so resentful.

Go figure. I plan to vote Dem in Nov. but HRC would be a "bitter" pill
to swallow.

Ok, now this is just getting too foolish...here we have a man of faith saying that seniors are voting for Hillary purely out of loyalty...ok give me a break...doesn't the bible tell you to respect your elders. They have a right to vote for whomever they chose...don't throw stones because it's not you. You've got so many supporters saying that seniors don't know what they are doing, well is anyone complaining that Barack's securing the African American vote.....leave Hillary alone...I'm 35 and black but I will not be stupid enough to vote for Barack. Again, I will reference the bible, a leader needs to be tried and tested, so for all you Barack groopies...the brother needs a little more schooling!

Seriously, who always gets snookered in various money schemes? Seniors!

Who frequents the casinos? Seniors!

Who buys all the garbage off tv infomercials? Seniors!

I mean, they have every right to vote for Hillary, but don't act like they're all wise and all-knowing. Gee, I wonder if any of them are racist?

But, by all means vote for McCain. You won't get the same kind of healthcare and you'll die sooner than you need to. But, unlike the rest of us, you obviously know better.

Funny

Everytime this man tells the TRUTH and is HONEST even about his own faults you Vultures dive right in and turn it negative.

Everytime Hillary is caught in a LIE you cheer her on and send her money.

Your LUCKY there IS an Obama. If it were ME I would drop out and watch the Trainwreck this country turns into under Mc Cain or Clinton,

At least he can admit that he hasn't been able to appeal to them, and throw out some ideas on what he needs to work on.

He is the only candidate that doesn't make me cringe at the sound of his voice, at this point.

Because some of them grew up in segregation era and they're inherently bigots and racists

I think Obama's bigger problem is geography. He thinks there are only 48 states.

This could be a real problem. Because he could be shooting for the wrong "older" group.

The over 65 bunch are pretty much voting GOP in Florida–no matter what he says. They aren't looking for a whole lot of change–just stability.

But there are a lot of "older" voters who are too wise to take everything he says at face value. But do seek changes in Washington. Those folks want to see a more details about how he plans to actually deliver all his promises. Particularly when his own exec. team can't explain his economic plans. One man...standing alone with a bouquet of flowers reading "HOPE" ...against Korea, Iran, Iraq, our economy, global business, China...isn't enough to convince them without more substance.

Other issues like Rev. Wright are also nagging in peoples minds. Particular the "not so rich" white people he needs to win–yet his pastor of 20 years appears to despise.

His resume is weak to these leaders (remember these people are hiring and interviewing managers all the time....they know what executive experience really is) and they expect a Presidential candidate who can be the executive, make quick tough decisions and live by them. Most have some military backround or knowledge–and expect the CIC to be behind the armed services 100%–sadly Obama doesn't walk the walk there.

Just maybe the seniors are more savvy than he realises and that they see through the Obama prattle and realise that there is not much beyond.

Obama plans on expanding Social Security and Medicare but not HRC.

...Old People run the government and the Catholic Church...they've be doing a great job!

I think people just could care less about the issues....if they did the answer is obvious.

Obama 08

Senior citizens prefer an experience president because they have been through their difficult moments and they don't want change and hope.

Is your brain in a fog, it has nothing whatsoever to do with seniors not appreciating you.....it has all to do with the desire to see our beloved country led by someone with experience. You have always got an excuse, the Clintons play the race card, the people on Good Morning America picked on you, cry me a river why don't you? Wake up and smell the roses, white collar workers do not want you as our leader. As a lifelong Democrat if you are on our DNC ballot, I will definitely vote for McCain and you can take that to the bank! Your stupid comments simply amaze me!

Hopefully he can solve this – otherwise the country will live further on the costs of the next generations.

They're racist!! Older whites are still living in the Jim Crow days and would never vote for a black man no matter how qualified. Democratice older whites would rather vote for a Rupublican white male as many has expressed.

This is the first time in history that this country has a woman, and a black man running for President. Why is it that we have a former Pres and a current female sen. running for Pres. angainst one man(Obama) ? And if she wins you will have two Pres. in the white house and rather you like it or not they'll both be running the white house.

seniors are very set in their ways and unwilling to change that. they are not stupid, just set. what we need to see here is that Barack offers change, and seniors aren't ready for it. But the voters of today, and tomorrow, college students you have all been making fun of, are not stupid idiots. I have a child in college right now and I can guarantee she is not. They know how to make choices people, think of yourselves at 20

I don't know how anyone could vote for HC at this stage? She's phoney and conniving. Not sure why anyone thinks that she has their best interest at heart.... she's out for numero uno! She has 35 years of experience in deception and lying. She'll never get my vote. The older voters that voted for her yesterday.... MADE THEIR DECISION... BACK IN 1957. Barack was never going to get their vote in the first place.... so lets be honest.

My mother is 74 and my aunt is 73, and they both are Obama supporters.

So many forget that when Hillary is forced to withdraw, she'll have to convince her supporters why Obama is the one to vote for in November. In other words, she'll have to undo all the damage she has done.

Perhaps the reason older voters prefer Senator Clinton boils down to one thing. They are WISE-they know falsehoods when they see it. The know they way the world works. And just maybe they informed themselves about what a job he did for his own South Chicago district-absolutely nothing. He reminds me of a showman in a circus–when the lions and tigers come out, he hides.. He can't cope just like he has been hiding from the press.. Certainly makes one wonder just how much he is hiding.

Its cool Obama just do you. stay on your message.

You have issue's with alot of old people cause your young and they think Hillary is for them and they are use to dealing with white people in power and having a black man in office is very foreign to them so they tend to resist it alot more thne normal. But the Younger crowd got your back. Its our time we. We'll get you over the hump.

OMG!!

Here comes the spin politics as usual. It's a lot bigger and deeper than just seniors.....

The days of the invisible Chameleon are gone... Obama's been exposed. All hat and no cattle, all suit and no substance. The "core" democrats don't want him.....

His weak Cacus case is even weaker. It's 4% of elite voters 4% only, that have given Obama's margin in the delegate count, through the cacus votes. 4%..... Get it Obamaphiles, the country is (not) in love with him....

Does not bode well for the general, but I have no problem if he wins the nominee, I'm not a Super Delegate and my joy and therefore my livily hood does not depend on Obama being elected president...

But the Super's are going to think long and hard at the end, because many are dependent on the President, to keep their jobs and food on the table. Right now it don't mean much what they say, they know they can change their minds at (any) time.

Just bear in mind they are not simply people like you and me who are not dependent upon the election to get and or keep a job.... Many of the Super's are.... There jobs and pay and food on the table depend on it, that changes it up a bit don't you think??

Anti Reganess, Big Talkers.

The story here is that a man that has this nomination mathematically sowed up is still reaching out to voters. Do the math people.

I hope Obama remembers to stay positive in these primaries, and to be careful about giving public explanations for the loss to Hillary. It's really not necessary. She played dirty and she won. He just needs to stay positive, stick with the ISSUES. I think the numbers say more than Hillary is willing to pay attention to. Obama has not "wrapped up" the primaries, but then neither has she! And he's the rookie!!!!

Finally thy wisdom is kicking in.

Mmmm, I see lots of 60 and 70 somethings volunteering at a campaign office in OR. Take heart, it's different here.

Important to note that Hillary won PA by one digit in reality. She actually won by 9 pionts. (some in the media call it at 10 due to rounding).

Obama won more delegates in Texas, but Hillary won more total votes. It's the delegates that count most in the Primary.

One problem is that accurate counting usually comes after the hoopla and confetti.

Jay Shah says that older people do not keep up with the campaigns
like more "educated voters". Man just because we are seniors does not mean we are uneducated nor are we stupid. The young people of today are not any more deserving of determining who our president will be than seniors are either. I have heard and read some of the most ignorant remarks during this campaign of any campaign. "Old southerners " are racists. Come on just what experience are you drawing on that proves that is a fact? We old folks still got it all over ignoramuses like you!!!

voice of reason,
You have the gull to call Obama the spin master and then say that he lost MA and Florida. (I think you mean MI, by the way)

All ya gotta do Obama is copy Hillary's plans for seniors just like you have copied all her other plans. Then you know you will have a winning formula. For the good of the party and the country, it is time for you to drop out Obama. You know it's the right thing to do. You'll have a pretty good career as a one term senator and then you and your wife can go back to hoodwinking people by letting them think you are making a mint off of real estate deals.

At least he is being honest. Hillary never admits her weaknesses. If she doesn't win a particular category she refers to them as "irrelevant." Just ask the people who live in the small red states that Obama won.

The truth is...young people aren't afraid of something new and that explains why they are more open to supporting Obama. Conversely, older people want "something new" about as badly as they want a new disease.

Fear of the unknown will always influence the decisions of the elderly. When I get old, I will probably be the same way.

Exactly what real experience does Clinton really have? Dodging sniper fire in Bosnia? Making a speech in China? IT's mind boggling how someone can actually buy into Clinton's experience argument when she really doesn't have that much more than Obama.

For those that aren't smart enough, or shall I say honest enough to know the reason why...they'll get it in another life I suppose.

I'm so happy that the next generation is growing up color blind. Senior people are set in their ways, and it is not like them to change their mind sets. For a lot of white woman, they have been waiting at the opportunity to have a woman president. Should I be more specific and say a 'white' woman president. If Barack Obama was running up against John Edwards he would still face the same problem. However, Barack has a core base with rallying African American votes, young people and the like.

I just don't feel like Hillary has to go negative to prove that she is strong. We all get that. And let's not play stupid either. Hillary is not getting the young vote or African American vote. Shouldn't we ask her the same question. Believe me, when it comes to the general...you may not think so now...but the African American vote will be imperative for Hillary Clinton. It also shows what type of votes she has because they are so quick to call names. People with a lack of education can't cleary express themselves.

Why is Hillary not steping down? is it that she want to finish pardoning the prison her husband left behind bars. Hillary is it the only way you win is to play dirty politics? let's play fair and leave the kitchen at home where it is suppose to be, she must realize that every time she attach Obama she is losing another black vote. If this election is stole from Barack, blacks will not participate in the November election. Hillary we do not want to hear about your Grand-father or Father, walk in your own shoes or do they not fit? Be gracious and step now before you and your family bring more disgrace to the white house

I am 86 and he has no problem with me. I am a white older retired woman who hopes we can change the political climate in this country by electing a man who remembers the ideals of our founding fathers and has the judgment to steer us through difficult times. Go, Obama..

ejm Granville, Ohio

WELL I AGREE WITH THE IDEA THAT OLDER WHITE PEOPLE AND
UN EDUCATED WHITE PEOPLE HAVE TUNNEL VISION AND ITS
REALLY SAD. THAT THEY WOULD LET THE COLOR OF SOME ONES SKIN AND NOT THE CONTENTS IN WHICH A PERSON HAS
TO ADD AMOUNT TO SOMETHING IF HILLARY IS SO GOOD THEN
WHY IS SHE BARELY HANGING ON TO A NEW COMER. WHAT
SHE DID WAS OVER LOOKED OBAMA AND ALSO THATS A COP
OUT TO SAY HE'S NOT EXPERIENCE ENOUGH WHEN OUR COUNTRY VOTED FOR RONALD REAGON A ACTOR WHEN WAS
HE A SENATOR COME ON PEOPLE ITS A NEW DAY AND ITS COMING
BECAUSE YOU OLDER RACIST PEOPLE WILL SOON DIE OUT

SHARON
FORT WORTH TEXAS

I am a senior 68 proud years old and my husband is 70. On Super Tuesday, I voted for Obama and my husband voted for Hillary.
Now we are both firm Obama supporters with Obama 08 bumper stickers on our cars. Maybe we just think young!

Too bad you didn't find the seniors important enough to attend the AARP debate in Iowa. That was at the beginning when ALL the demoncratic candidates made it a point to be there, you, however, didn't find it important enough to attend, citing too many debates.

I'm with most of the commentors above – they aren't going to buy into your base of hip, trendy, keeping up with the Jones, the Roberts, the Smiths, etc. Seniors are too smart and have too much self respect to sell themselves short.

Signed,
A 43 year old full of respect and thankfulness for my parents' and grandparents' generation.

Biased CNN. When will you stop all your negative exposure of Obama?

His statements tell you why experienced voters don't trust Obama.He always has some lame-brained excuse for anything that goes against him.Here he is,slyly trying to inject Bill into Hillary's campaign.People aren't voting for Hillary because of Bill,they're voting for her because of her attributes.Playing the Hate-Clinton card but likes to complain about the race card.Experienced voters know that he is mostly evangelical and has no substance to carryout his promises.That's why he is not going to get their vote.

You arrogant whipper snapper. So we are now Racists because we don't want Obama in the Whitehouse. Let me see he is half black and half white. So am I a White Racists or Black Racists?

Try some respect for your elders it may get you what you want. Us older folks don't buy into his promises.

It is very simple since we are very simple people. We don't like him and his agenda for our country. We respect him and his office, but we don't respect his agenda nor the agenda of the people behind him.

No, BHO it's not all about "loyalty" it's that the seniors and like the rest of us see right through you and are much, much wiser than you give us credit! We are not ALL gullible!

joe April 23rd, 2008 4:16 pm ET

and you also have a problem with..

FLORIDA VOTERS

MICHIGAN VOTERS

HISPANICS

WORKING WHITES

SENIORS

JEWISH COMMUNITY

CATHOLICS

DUH??????????????????????
...and the uneducated, like you.

Hillary Supports kill me. You try to forget that Republicans are voting for Hillary these are false votes so McCain can win in Nov. When he reminds America that Hillary is just like him. My god wake up people!

fact it some older people did not vote for the future. that don't like change. Obama is young and more concerned with making America better for you next generation. therefore some older voter don't care about that. He have to win over old women by making thing love him.

Obama has a problem with AMERICANS,

I am one of those "older" voters and believe me, it is not that I support the Clintons it is that I do not support Obama because of "I don't trust him". Or his wife for that matter.

Why are the seniors voting for Clinton....simple answer...there's no fool like an old fool!

Seniors aren't more for Hillary Clinton because she's not black. I'd far rather have Condoleeza Rice as our 1st black President. Obama's very, very inexperienced in government knowledge. If a hydrogen bomb is dropped on Los Angeles, how long do you think it would take Obama to locate a person who could tell him what he should do about it?

I would like someone to find the numbers of senior voters that supported Bill Clinton in his election in 92. He was the fad of the moment and did they support him.

Us "old" people are fed up and tired of you "young" people telling us what to do and how to vote. We have experienced more in life than you young ones. Bottom line for the young folks is get a job, get your own place and stop mooching off your parents, the old folks.

OBAMA PLEASE STOP!

This guy knows how to spin himself out of a situation. Now he wants to blame his loss in PA on the seniors. Dude give me a freakin break!
He has a problem with seniors, whites, hispanics, catholics and intelligent Black people who can see through his crap. I'm an African-American and I support Hillary Clinton 100%!

I WILL NEVER VOTE FOR BARACK NOBAMA!

You INSULT me Obama. I am a senior and I am loyal too my church, family and the United States. Your mouth in foot AGAIN. Is why I will not vote for you. Along with your political record. You cannot give any kind of specific plans on anything. You talk and talk and nothing comes out worth anything. Do not tell me who I am Loyal to and who I have voted for over 40 years. If Clinton was not running I would not vote for you. If you were the ONLY one running on both tickets I would not vote for you. So take that and shove it.

Talking about recism by African American is just funny.

There are 9 out of 10 African American voted for Sen. Obama. Go figure.

I think he has very hard time when losing. But life is like that: sometimes we lose, sometimes we win. And those who know how to lose without being overly upset, win.

The old, the wise, the "elders" carry the necessary wisdom for life. Young ones are full of enthusiasm and do not know where they go, they learn as the go by the experience. This is why the older people should be looked at with respect, and understanding, we need their wisdom, experience to learn form, to avoid many problems, mistakes.

I just do not understand why Obama has problem with elders. He was raised by his grandparents....

Seniors are just not quite so easily fooled. And they've also "seen it all before".

You think Obama is the first candidate to promise to "change everything"? Oh Please. The only reason so many younger voters don't know that, is because they just can't remember back that far.

Also– will all his good intentions, do you seriously believe all the Republicans in congress will suddenly want to start working together? Geeze, you Obama-bots really ARE naive.

Thanks Hillary for pumping me up. I was inspired by you to give Obama a donation for the second time this week. I am a black single mother of three with a very modest income. No welfare. This is the first campaign in which I have been inspired to put my money where my mouth is. Why are your constituency not doing the same? I guess they believe in you, as long as they don't have to reach in their pockets. I have contributed numerous times to the Obama campaign over the last year, beginning before he officially announced his intentions to run. Thanks for all of the knocks...it is giving up the boost we need. I am going to match what another blogger here asked...and that is – every time I see or hear a negative add from you, I am giving 10 bucks to Obama. That is my pledge! YES WE CAN!!!

As for the Seniors. It is amazing to me that many of the same folks, had absolutely no problem voting year in and year out for known racist but now have a problem with Obama because his pastor voiced essential truths about America and it's citizens. Now all of a sudden, Obama is a racist. White people, you never cease to amaze me. It is true we do need some dialouge, but if your intentions are to avoid the real truths so as not to feel guilt, then nothing will change...and I suspect many of you prefer it that way.

Alan Boyer said, "Older voters will continue to be troublesome. They have no direct experience dealing with black men in leadership positions in their lifetime."
This just another one of Obama's tactics. If someone does not want to vote for him or if they like someone else....yell RACIST.

LOL-great headline. Why didn't you spin it as "Obama blames seniors" or "Obama despises seniors". Give me a break CNN. Despite the seniors in PA and OH refusal to vote based on policy, character, judgment and record, this primary is over and in thanks to the young, the educated and the informed voters who are saying "enough is enough".

Why did you change the title to "problem courting seniors" when that's not what he said. You're original title was more accurate. The pro-Obama media bias continues.

I also believe it has something to do with race. It is very complex. I was surprised to hear my mom, who is 82, being afraid that Senator Obama would somehow get revenge on the Whites for their treatment of the Blacks. I mentioned to her that Obama's campaign is filled with people of all color and nationality. Also that Obama is half white and raised by a white mom and white grandparents. These are very deep seated emotions. Please folks. The GOP attack machine is warming up. We need to fight lies with truth. Don’t let people bait you. Change can and will happen.

"It's easy to get caught up in the distractions and the silliness and the tit-for-tat that consumes our politics, the bickering that none of us are entirely immune to, and it trivializes the profound issues: two wars, an economy in recession, a planet in peril, issues that confront our nation. That kind of politics is not why we are here tonight. It's not why I'm here, and it's not why you're here."

Barack Obama
Evansville, Ind.
04-22-2008

You are a Bigger man than I Obama!

I see it differently and it is because YOU see it that way is why we send you $$.

At 46 years old all I see is a generation that treated me so bad and loved it because there was NOTHING I could do about it sticking to its old fashioned ideals. A generation so fearful of change because they think everyones else will misuse their power to oppress THEM as some sort of PAYBACK!

OK CNN I will beat you to it.
Your comment awaiting moderation for eternity

It is unfortunate, Barack, that this very demographic are the same that have these long-held beliefs about diversity, or rather, lack of diversity. There may be a few out there who will be willing to support you once they come to grips with what you offer, but there are others who will never vote for you, even if your opponent takes away all the benefits you offer to give them. They have their bias, and this group doesn't like to be told that they are wrong, even if they are.

The headline to this story is misleading. It makes it seem as if Obama doesn't like seniors. What are you guys trying to manufacture an issue?

Obama is correct – just reading comments on various sites, we are using and letting non issues divide us. When were attacked on 9/11 not one specific group was targeted. But, We as AMERICANS were targeted and lost loved ones. When are troops fight and die for this country they don't do it for any one group but for all AMERICANS! We owe those men and women more than this petty infighting and racial divide!

Whether it's Obama or Clinton we need to come together. It seems everyone is looking for a quick fix.... I do believe Obama has a course for AMERICA'S future!

Here's what I don't get with all the hate from Hillary supporters claiming that her supporters are old and wise. Obama kills her in the educated vote and particularly in the postgraduate degree group, but I guess education has nothing to do with intelligence because that would be elitist.

Seniors is not the problem, critical thinkers are not easily swayed by empty speeches, they are able to see right through it, and you have run of speeches. That is the problem sir. All thinks considered, you are just not ready. You played on the ignorance of the young people who have followed you blindly, now real real meat, not just seazle, is what is needed. And reviewing your last debate, you have ground to stand on other blame your oponent. SAD.
HILLARY IS THE WOMAN FOR US IN 08/12.

HE HAS NO TRACK RECORD!!! Seniors are the wise ones!! They DO tend to go with what's familiar, but in this case, there is no argument as to what he's actually done for them... absolutely nothing but try to become president from day one!

Obama is trying to win the votes of people who DECIDED in 1957 who they WILL vote for, and they WILL NOT changed their minds now.

The older you are the more resistant you are to change. It's just human nature.

Change-even for the better-is sooo difficult for older people. Particularly difficult when they have many issues to deal with, our country is in difficult times. Someone closer to their own generation is more comforting, even though Hillary has absolutely no experience of their lifestyle and economic situation. Sadly, that's human nature. Thank God middle-aged and younger voters are so inspired at this time in our country. We will make a difference and lift us all out of this ditch.

He can fool some people some times, a lot o people a lot of the times, but when it comes to seniors reality sinks in.

When young people, like Jay Shah, tell us old people to wise up and vote Obama (because they've had enough) it clearly helps define the differences in the two candidates! Birds of a feather flock together Jay!

Sure glad I support Hillary Rodham Clinton!!!

i would like to know why Hillary clinton campaign ad was on Cnn website this morning, in which her campaign was wanting people to donate money on her campaign.

It is amazing when people don't like or vote for Obama it is a race issue. Maybe it has something to do with his voting record. He hasn't once voted for a military pay increase. While each vote he pledged for or against doesn't have to exactly match my votes, it does tell me what kind of person he truly is. These are the reasons he doesn't have my vote. Not because of his race. That is so ignorant.

Hey Val, under your logic should Barack and Hillary both step aside to let the real experience of John McCain lead the way? It may be a surprise to you, but there are actually IQ test scores that have three digits.

Good job Obama. Not only have you succeeded in splitting the Democratic party but not you have seniors against youth . Families are being divided. Are you trying to start a civil war ? Some president you will make, you can't even unite the party!!!!

i just want for this to be over. i'm glad in this election i had much more interest and satisfaction in who will be our president than the last go round although i must admit i lost much respect for lady clinton.

maybe she's doing what she thinks best to win and for our country. i just don't understand all the negative comments around barack obama truly in this cnn forum. he ain't perfect or the most experienced. but he's done nothing himself to earn some of the horrible comments left by folks.

calling him racist and all types of names...shameless! if you don't want to vote for him, then don't! tell us why even. but the ridiculous comments, they make my skin crawl and i can't help but to think it's an example of what clinton campaign has started...

People dont want to talk about the big elephant in the room. America has come a long way but we are not fully there yet. It;s hard to accept but it will become more apparent as this election goes on.

Sorry to late if you want I can give you a clue
Tell you supporters and pundits to shut up
Or quit the race
Hillary 08 or Mc Cain 08

Both my husband and I are over 60 and we are voting for Barack Obama. In fact, after 40 some years of being registered Republicans, we changed our party this year.We are looking for a change and I don't think the opposing candidate is going to change much.

SENIORS HAVE EXPERIENCE WITH FAST TALKING PEOPLE. THEY KNOW A PERSON WHO IS ALL TALK AND NO SHOW. EXPERIENCE COUNTS. WHAT HAS OBAMA DONE FOR ILLINOIS ALL THE TIME HE'S BEEN IN THE SENATE?????????????????

I can not believe that some Obama supporters can be so vile. Older voters are more aware of the issues. When you ask Obama supporters where he stands on issue, half or more can not answer...they sau he is change, he is inspirational, Its seems BO supporters trash anyone who thinks differant than them. Last night they were bashing un-educated voters, well Clinton got half the educated voters in PA.

Obama's problem is he flubbed the debate, he has not answered serious questions about his character and judgement, sorry speeches do not cut it.

This has nothing to do with age or race..Some people in this country or looking at the issues and making the decision that Hillary Clinton is best on issues that matter...Change, yeah thats great, but you can't make change if you have no record of doing so. Thats what people want to know. How will Obama make change, where's the beef.

Congrats on HIllarys win, and thank you un-educated and wise people for making the right choice. Grow up Obama supporters.

Maybe they are just Bitter.

Voice of reason - yes Obama has had trouble with big states. How is this relevant other than it being a talking point for the Clinton campaign? He is still ahead in the popular vote despite losing those states. It's kind of sneaky to list FL and NY as if those losses really say anything about his candidacy, btw.

Also, A. Harrison, if Hillary's experience has given her the 'wisdom' to consistently endorse President Bush's foreign policy (except when she has to face voters during a campaign) then you can have her. She was with him on his Iraq policy and her voting record and debate answers indicate she's not too far off of his Iran policy.

I'm 51 and I can remember a lot of the racial turmoilI from the 60s,Voters older than me are more likely to vote for racial reasons,lots of them are already retired and financially set,so they say to heck with us that are still paying into social security.Also I beleive that Alzheimers disease has set in for somebecause I can still remember the Clinton years.

Yeah, Obama you just have a problem and her name is Hillary

She will win bc you are unelectable and everyone knows it.

You should try to make a deal for her for your own good and the partys

Hillary '08

Good job to everyone in PA...WE SENT A LOUD MESSAGE

wow! where are all the obamaniacs? i guess they are getting ready for final exams. nice to see some comments that reflected reasoned thought as opposed to the rants of angry college students.

Yeah, really bad experience...

I am a senior citizen and can not go along with the those who constantly say the Obama has no experience. Just look the little experience that Bill Clinton had when he took the oath of office. He had little to non as historians have pointed out. American is changing and we need to change with it.

It isn't surprising that some of you pinhead losers find a way to take everything out of context just to be nasty. He didn't say he doesn't like seniors or that they don't like him. He is exactly right that many have fond memories of the Clinton years and Hillary is a known commodity to them. They are typically loyal. He also says that he hasn't made the case to them on the issues that are important to them. They all seem like pretty accurate statements to me.

quoted for truth

April 23rd, 2008 4:18 pm ET

Older voters will continue to be troublesome. They have no direct experience dealing with black men in leadership positions in their lifetime.

April 23rd, 2008 4:51 pm ET
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CNN–Your moderation of these boards is flagrantly irresponsible. And the fact is, 90% of inflammatory comments come from the Clinton bloc. What a surprise. It's no coincidence that the educated and the informed vote for Obama. Really, think about it: the defections of John Kerry, Bill Richardson and scores of others. It's not due to disloyalty, they are acting in the best interests of the country. Wake up America–stop forestalling the inevitable!

Obama '08

The older people get the wiser they gey!

Obama says that he has a problem with seniors. Well, I thank God for all the seniors He keeps under His Divine Protection in America.
For as long as there is Obama tying to get to the White House, we need seniors in America.
Maria Macedo

Oh stop with the experience numbo jombo. Bush should've taught all of us that experience means very little. No candidate has experience to be President unless they get to be President. How about we look at ourselves for a change? Age groups can a factor in this election cause alot of Seniors have grown up or still harbor some racial separatist feelings. Obviously they don't want to admit that, but as we can see in PA age, race, and gender do tie up together on how they choose their candidate.

CNN, could I please make a comment that actually gets posted?

My father is 84, turning 85 this summer, lives in MO, and voted for –Obama. His reason is that Obama offers the best choice for someone who is willing to offer the best solutions for the times, and to be open to trying things in a new way that respond to the world in which we CURRENTLY live.

It is not a matter of likabilty with Clinton, it is a matter of trustworthiness, selfishness, and pandering (to quote the NY Times on that last). I agree with my father - it is sad that her negative campaigning is actually seen as a strength by many people.

To quote my father, I'm worried that Obama may be running too grown up of a campaign for America. I agree, maturity counts - and I do not see maturity in Clinton's campaign.

He lost because he only appeals to a very small demographic–African-Americans and ultra-liberal Dems. He totally loses the Regan Dems–which is why he can't win key states. He blocked revotes in Florida and Michigan because he knows he would probably lose for just this reason.

After Pennsylvania, NJ, Ohio, CA, FL–he can't blame seniors and boomers who have more experience judging candidates–he has failed to produce the tsunami of young progressive voters he promised–their precentage of the total is only at the high end of typical at this point-it does not bode well for November. His 'change' was all talk in almost every way...

I can't believe that anyone would try to turn this into a race issue. Older voters value experience more than younger voters-that doesn't make them racist. It just means that Senator Clinton is their preferred candidate.
Older voters are not out of touch – older voters know more about the candidates than most younger voters. Older voters weigh the issues and choose a candidate just like anyone else. They usually make their decision with more wisdom and foresight than younger voters so maybe we should listen to their opinion!

I don't think you all have figured it out yet... of the states that Hillary keeps winning, she's been taking RED parts of the state while Obama is taking the BLUE parts. All of that support she has will be gone in November. All that support is the Republican base and McCain will clean up in the fall.

I've watched this race from the beginning and I think Hillary and her crew basically underestimated Barack and his people playing such a significant role in the Democratic election. The went in with the attitude that they were the "chosen" leader and it backfired, plain and simple. I like Hillary and I like Bill. I think Bill was a very good president and am ashamed how many of the blog writer's make him out be worse than George W! Wow! Anyways, I guess the election process basically is set up so that whoever gets the most electorial votes wins......period. Hillary's team screwed up and cannot get enough eletorial votes or the win in the poplular vote. The spin that Obama can't win the "must win" States is pure spin in my estimation. After eight horrific years under this absolutely horrible administration, there is no doubt in my mind that anyone would be any Republican running this time around. John McCain couldn't even beat George W for the Republican nomination last time. Does anyone really think that he can beat either Barack or Clinton? Really? Somebody please tell McCain enough with the photo ops of him and Joe Leiberman.

Alex you are correct.

Yes, the old always knows what's best. May I remind people that history shows that the young bring about real and useful change and that old-ways of thinking have been responsible for some of the darkest times in our history. Seniors stick to what they've known for better or for worst.

Alex in Texas: If they are not voting for him because of racism, subconciously, Is it possible you only voting for him because of his race? Do you think he'll be a better president because of it?

Other than his speeches and celebrity, what has he done to make you think he's qualified?

I truly believe Clinton appeals more to seniors is because she's white and most seniors grew up in a time when blacks were still putdown.

It's hard to teach an old dog new tricks. Most seniors prefer to play it safe. And a young black man with a foreign sounding name who promises to change the ways of the past doesn't exactly make them feel secure.

Not to mention the prejudices they hold onto. It'll take some convincing but if anyone can help change their minds and help them embrace progress, it'll be Obama who does it.

Obama is not whining. He is simply making an observation. He's made some inroads and will continue to work hard to win over seniors.

What a crafty headline! It is sad that we have to stand in the sidelines while the mainstream media spin spin spin away to glory! This is the most lethal version of soundbite politics I have ever seen!

And for those of you in this blog spiting the youth- have you forgotten that youth is the lifeblood of every nation? That a nation with an energetic youth has a great future ahead? And that you won't be around forever and one day they will take your place in the scheme of things?

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Hey Obama, you can fool the kids but you can't fool the perents (senior) , that is why.

senior is smart than kids.

How can so many of you think Florida and Michigan should count? NO ONE CAMPAIGNED IN THOSE STATES!!! If we were to use that rational, why have any campaigning at all?? Why take the time to meet voters and discuss the issues?? Lets just look at the polls, determine who is the most popular, and elect them. That sounds real democratic to me. Whats even more idiotic is the fact that HRC thinks the votes should count when ALL OF THE CANDIDATES ,INCLUDING HER, AGREED the votes would not count.

Does CNN Online do any copy-editing? It should be "than," not "then" in the second paragraph (after the dash) and I doubt Senator Obama referred to Senator Clinton as "sen Clinton" in the third paragraph.

Yes. I am not over 65 or over yet, but I consider myself to be a senior, and, indeed, I am for Hillary, and if she doesn't get the nomination, for McCain.

NO obama.

it;s because you are an empty suit!~

Senator Obama – I am 67 years old and white, but you definitely DO have my vote. I don't know what you can say to people who are still prejudiced against your race, but I suspect that is the real reason these older voters did not support you in Pennsylvania. I used to live in Pennsylvania, and it was definitely racially bigoted then and no doubt still is. Some people learn over time, and others do not - they are too stubborn to look at the world wholistically and with gratitude for our diversity and our ability to cooperate and achieve great things in union. I believe you are destined to be our next President, and I will proudly vote for you.

Old Farts……set in their racist ways! What a shame!

Our President Obama 08’ & 12’

Seniors have sense they know lightweights when they see them. They don't go to rallies get zonked out and wave and shout for the American Idol at that particular time, like obama supporters do....they just haven't grown up yet. Goodness you'd think it was about time they did.

And what's his support attributed to ...blacks and the good old boys.

Obama has been an elected official longer than Hillary Clinton. First lady is not actual experience, especially if she was spending that time hallucinating sniper fire while FAILING to change health care, all while NOT having security clearance.

Hillary and her supporters keep saying she's got all this experience... but all I see is a 1 term more in the senate, with some of the most earmarks. And an Iraq vote.

As far as I'm concerned, NEITHER have a lot of experience at all – and NO executive experience. I DO think Obama is more intelligent, honest, and willing to say things that might not be popular at the time. I trust him to make decisions that have not/cannot be polled first.

Old people are scared of anything new and to add on clintons scare ads. They like to maintain status quo. You are not the problem Barack.

No, Mr. Obama...we seniors are voting for Clinton because we can remember being down this road before....with an inspirational new-comer who, when voted into office...hadn't a clue how to really make things happen in DC!

Sidney Poitier tell a story about his creative input in the 1967 film In The Heat of the Night.

CAN YOU SAY JOHN MCAIN, HE IS THE ONE BENIFITING FROM YOU PEOPLE PUTTING ONE ANOTHER DOWN. WE ARE HUMANS AND WE ARE SUPPOSE TO UPLIFT ONE ANOTHER. DON'T FORGET GOD IS WATCHING YOU. SO INSTEAD OF THIS BACK AND FORTH DISAGREEMENT IS HURTING THE COUNTRY. ALL THE NAME CALLIN SHOULD STOP.

He does not have a problem courting seniors. He has a problem with Seniors is more correct.

Speaking for my generation. Here it goes. We are experienced, educated and world traveled. Most of us have served our country in WWII, Korea, Vietnam. We read and watch the news on a daily basis.

We have the experience of age and education that allows us to see through every charlatan that comes along and trys to sell us a bill of goods.

We do not reject you as a person, we reject your policies whatever they are since you won't tell us. We reject anyone that will not support our country and loves America as much as we do.

We know about you and where you came form, we are scared to death of where you may take our country.

We trust John McCain and even Hillary with our future. But we don't trust you or your followers.

There are a great numbers of seniors for Obama, including myself. The ones that aren't may have their reasons, some of them not good. However the young people are the future of this country. Focus on them.
Some old people are bitter in their old age and vow to take everything
down with them when they die. The younger voters who are not poisoned
by their elders are showing up in droves to vote for Obama. As they say, the newest milk is the freshest milk. There is MORE of the fresh milk.

Yes we can.

If Independent voters had been allowed to vote in the PA. primary ,how would that have affected the results ???

Thank you for the Update.

We Will work on it. Hopefully we can clarify what they don't seem to understand.

"val April 23rd, 2008 4:35 pm ET

They might be old, but they're not stupid. The flavor of the week is only good for a week, then what. Obama needs to step aside and let real experience lead the way."

Not stupid? Somebody better tell that to the people running casinos and infomercials. It's the old people that keep them in business. But that's because they're so smart and see something the rest of us don't.

You call it wisdom, I call it senility and racism. Guaranteed these voters aren't as informed on the issues and candidates. Many of them don't even use the internet.

So now seniors are racist,not as educated, out of touch, etc.. Don't feel bad, you're right in there with small town folks, blue collar workers, people without a college degree, stupid people, and anyone else who supports Hillary. Maybe part of the reason Obama can't take the big states is because his supporters on the blogs and at the polls are so rude to those who don't agree with them.

Thanks for fixing the article title

Obama has a problem with elderly voters.

Hillary has a problem with educated voters. And telling the truth . . .

My husband & I are in our early 70"s and have already "early voted" for Obama. We want someone who can inspire and turn this country around and also engage young voters. Hillary has too much "baggage" to work both sides of the aisle.

"They might be old, but they're not stupid. The flavor of the week is only good for a week, then what. Obama needs to step aside and let real experience lead the way."

I don't want McCain to be president.

the older voters gave us bush junior twice, they have ruined social security for us and they have left us with a bigger debt, that they wont have to shoulder in their life time, why should i trust their vote? which sometimes is a little racist...

We seriously need to get beyond this experience argument. It's BS. Dick Cheney, George Bush and the rest of his cronies had all the experience in the world to run this country and look where we are 8 years later.

Say it with me.... GENERATION GAP!

Jeff Wood
Los Angeles, CA

It is unfortunate, Barack, that this very demographic are the same that have these long-held beliefs about diversity, or rather, lack of diversity. There may be a few out there who will be willing to support you once they come to grips with what you offer, but there are others who will never vote for you, even if your opponent takes away all the benefits you offer to give them. They have their bias, and this group doesn't like to be told that they are wrong, even if they are.

A Harrison:

Does Bill have a patent on a certain style? Did he invent it...or did he steal it from someone like JFK?

I think the Audacity of Hope came out before Hillary's platform. Looks like she read his book. Who's stealing from whom?

Hillary is no leader. As Bill Richardson said, he's a once in a generation leader. As Robert Reich said, Obama's ideas are better on every major policy topic – and he was one of Bill Clinton's policy gurus.

So, we have a better leader with better ideas, right? This ain't hard people!

Cafferty already used this picture.

Since Obama doesn't loosely throw around words like "obliterate" Iran (as Hillary just did), a large group of grandmothers for peaceful solutions have decided we can't afford four years with such a lack of judgment. Sorry Hillary, we were with you until your tactics of the past week. I guess we didn't understand your variety of political gusto. We just took a little convincing to conclude Hillary is not the appropriate woman to be the first woman President of the US. We hope Obama will be the Democratic choice for those of us who were "born democrats". Hillary is no longer an option.

Senator Obama is fortunate that many seniors don't participate in the caucus process.

Whenever an elder gives you sincere advice...take it. That being said. RJB for prez.

I CAN'T BELIEVE HOW STUPID YOUR COMMENTS ARE.
IS EVERYONE OUT TO LUNCH?
i'M 69 AND AND CAN'T UNDERSTAND WHAT YOUR THINKING WITH THESE COMMENTS.
MY VOTE IS BASED ON ISSUES AND NOT THESE SPIN DOCTERS AND THERE ONE SIDED DRIVE.
IF YOUR CANDIDATE GOES WITH THIS KIND OF MISSREPRESENTATION OF THE OPONENT, THEN THEY HAVE NO PLATFORM.

Dear Val at 4:35,

Real experience? You mean like sniper fire?

Imagine that... the 65+ voters not wanting change.... also a lot of these voters are from those small rural towns Obama was referring to with his comment a few weeks back... just say no to Clinton / Bush for 28 + years! 20 years is enough of those 2 families ruining our country.

The reason Obama has trouble with seniors is because most have been through great "first dates" in their lives, but also know that there must be more to go on beyond the infatuation.

For the people who think that they have to follow their kids wishes for what they call an "awesome dude", why don't they just turn over their household checkbook and all the decisions of the family to them since they have such a broad view of life and history?

Hillary has grit, which in a tough world, is necessary. No world leader is going to part the seas just because Obama walks through the door and smiles.

This is no brainer Obama. Your slogan is "Change" and Hillary's motto is "Status Quo". Older people DO have a problem with cling on to Status Quo. They would vote the "Devil they know" then the "Angel they do not know".

They are also very easily scared. You sell "Hope" and Hillary sells "Fear".

Also with age, not only the physical but the mental energy also goes down.

Your vote base is young and educated, the future of the USA. Dont compromise that vote base.

Moreover, senior women grew up in a generation where the only way for a woman to get power was to marry a powerful man.

But the times they are a changin'

Craig, the headline says I have a problem COURTING senior citizens. That's not misleading nor controversial, that's a fact.

They just see through him. I hope he does not try to convince himself that it's all because Bill. He can't win the GE without these folks...among other demographics that he has a problem with.

I'm 30 years old and I say "Rock on old peeps!!!!"

Hillary 08

fads? ya obviously seniors prefer adulterous men and power hungry, manipulative woman to make their decisions for them.

Just wait til North Carolina gets its say and watch those gaps between Obama and Billary in BOTH the popular vote and delegate vote widen, AGAIN!.

Sore losers and poor winners, thats all Clinton seems to have on her side.

I am 61, female, white, & catholic. But, my vote is for Obama. I think we need to stop generalizing. If I were as gullible as some people I would be seduced into thinking that because of my background I need to vote for Senator Clinton. Thank God I am not.

well its like this most of them are not thinking about their children/grandchildren, and as mentioned before they grew up around racism, or they have a little bit in them themselves. They are not only voting for hillary but they want bill in there to!

Obama's problem is not with seniors, but with an opponent who lies and goes negative. Sadly, negative campaigns work. Look at Bush '00 and 04. I wish voters woulds wise up to this.

Even as a young voter I can see that Obama is all talk and no action to support it. It is a shame that young people can't see the truth and the fact that those who have knowledge and have been around a lot longer and know a lot more about politics and life (seniors) are the only true voice our country has. Whatever happened to the thought of listening to your elders- they know better. Obama can't win over the people that matter, the people's whose lives will be impacted the most by this election which should say something. The only people he has are young voters and as sad as it is to say and be apart of, they are the most unreliable, flip-flopping vote you can have. The reason he has a hard time appealing to them is because they are not gullible, they know better than to place their lives in the hands of a man who doesn't know or understand the first thing about what they need or what this country needs. He can't win the states he needs to to win the election for the Democrats, he can't win the people he needs to win and it won't change no matter how he tries to spin it.

As a 73 years old white male, I don't have a problem with Barack Obama. I do, however, have a problem with a power-hungry zealot who wants to become Commander-in-Chief and strut around threatening to emulate George Bush by bombing Iran. Is she trying to prove she's more of a man than her husband. Hmmm?!

Gotta love those staffers on Clintons campaign. They left their messages here very quickly. Concerned voter..yah right

Increasing the capital gains tax or just printing money behind your back (Republican way) it's the same thing. The difference is that in the end debt will go down and low and middle income seniors will have more money in their pockets and a better health care system. Hillary just doesn't want to say things that are perceived as unpopular. What Washington calls a misrepresentation of the truth. She thinks that their is another way to reduce debt but avoiding having to say what nor did she deny she would raise the capital gains tax.

Americans need to know what printing money and lending from foreigners actually is. The former is a tax on your current money and the latter is a tax on your future income and that of your children. It's the Republican way to claim taxes the easy way. Promise tax breaks (more votes) and get their money through increasing the national debt and through the printing press. It's a way common in developing countries.

You could abolish taxes and just create income for the goverment by reducing the value of the currency by using the printing press alone. You want 40% of someone's monetary wealth? Just create 40% inflation each year by printing money.

It is not only older people but all uneducated people have a problem of understanding the 21st century politics. They believe whatever negative ads they hear from Hilary and ofcourse race is a big issue too. I hope they look beyond that and do what the young people want (thier children's and grandchildren's wish). The new generation is the one who will pay the price later on. Please seniors do the right thing for your kids and for your country. We don't need another corrupted, well connected, hated by republican candidate in the white house. Nothing will get done and we urgently need the change now.
Vote for Omaba!!!! After all he has a better plan for seniiors, no taxes on social security, better prescription drug, pension and retirement policy. What does clinton offer you except lies.

Alex, I totally agree with y ou.

Thank God for seniors! I don't think we want to put the future of our country in the hands of 18 yr olds. They haven't seen life, and get easily drunk on hope.

DON'T THE "OLDER VOTERS" REMEMBER "THE CLINTON YEARS?" HOW ON EARTH CAN THEY POSSIBLY PUT HILL & BILL BACK IN THE WHITE HOUSE? THEY WILL DO & SAY ANYTHING TO GET THERE...THRIVING ON DISHONESTLY, SCHEMES, LIES, BRIBERY, FALSE PROMISES, TEARS ON DEMAND, SOFTER VOICE. NEVER HAVING EVEN HEARD HER DAUGHTER'S VOICE UNTIL NOW, SHE'S ALL OVER, OBNOXIOUS, CURT , RUDE. THE TRUTH HURTS & HARMS. CLINTON BODY COUNT, ANYONE???

It is your lack of experience and substance... Period

The fact that you want to double the capitol gain tax making it almost impossible for them to retire!!!

who would vote for that???

I am sick of how long this has gone on, all you hillary supporters get a clue, there are far more people pushing for Obama. My mom is over 70 and love she loves Obama. Obama is the best. All you people voting for hillary must like being used and lied to. She just wants the power if you can not see that then you are blind.

A. Harrison

And this proven performance would be....

what experience are you talking about Val (and others as well)?

I need SPECIFICS.

And please, being the wife of an ex pres does NOT qualify, that's just a BS argument.

Darn those bitter, gun toting, members of the jolly geriatrics!
And they shouldn't read into the Rev Wrong...uh, I mean Wright's "goddam America" speech. Obama was sleeping in the pew for 20 years and didn't hear any of it.

Many seniors still have the mind set that the man rules the house. My 76 yr old father said he was going to vote for Clinton because he would like to see Bill back in the White House. When I told him Bill wasn't running, he said "yea, but he'll be there."

Obama is right.. None of our parents ever think we could be smarter than they are.

OLD MINDS ARE EASIER TO MANIPULATE AND HILLARY IS A PRO IN DOING THAT. DON'T WORRY, YOU ARE A WINNER IN A MILLIONS OF PEOPLE.

Sorry,poor sentence structure.A senior moment perhaps.

Seniors need to get one final killing blow in on the country when it is weak to kill it. Go Seniors!

Jay Shah,

The word is "partisan" not "partison" and it should be "we young voters" not "us young voters" – yeah – you're way more educated than the older people out there. Also – why should anybody "go with the younger voters". Everyone is entitled to their opinion. And just maybe they have a little more knowledge than you do having lived longer and having experienced a bit more.

That being said – I'm an Obama supporter in my early 40s.

Jay Shah: How unamerican and elitist.

This is why he won't / shoudln't be president.

This Democratic primary is a generational battle so it's not suprising that the older democrats are backing their generation. The way I see it, there are two types of democrats voting in this election. There are the democrats who think that it's important to beat the republicans and get a democrat into the white house, someone strong enough and experienced enough to apply liberal principles to deal with the problems America faces today. And then there are the democratic voters who want to see the democratic party develop a vision for the future, these are the young voters who have been turned off politics by the actions of both republican and democratic politicians, and care less about winning the next election, or the problems of today, and care more about visions and ideas for tommorow. The former group tends to support Clinton, and the latter group tends to support Obama, and each groupis becoming less and less happy about their candidate's opponent. If these two groups can't learn to reconcile their needs and unite, then in November there will be a republican in the white house.

Well, I guess according to Jay Shah, us older people have no business voting for our choice.

If we don't follow the YOUNGER . PEOPLE....then we must all be senile.

Yup, just keep thinking that.....you young people think you have all the answers....OK tell me why doesn't OBAMA speak more on the issues, rather than YES WE CAN>>>>>>>CHANGE>>>>>>YES WE CAN.........YES WE CAN......IT'S ALL ABOUT CHANGE......YES WE CAN.......MY QUESTION IS HOW ARE YOU GOING TO CHANGE CONGRESS. JUST THROW EVERYBODY OUT I GUESS.

To voice of reason

If living longer makes you smarter why don't people buy encyclopedias anymore? Information is being added to the body of knowledge so rapidly that only the best educated people aka Obama supporters are going to be able to sort through it all . Obama supporters viewed two people with similar platforms with one big exception Hillary voted for the worst foreign policy failure (Iraq war) in our nations history and they chose Obama. Why? What do they know that you don't? They know that if do what you have always done Clinton,Bush,Clinton Bush you will get what you always got.

Its time for a change. Obama 08

Ztormtra, my college education and common sense tells me not to vote for a proven liar, nor for someone who wants to keep us in Iraq for a century. What's your college education done for you?

Senator Obama is always a gentleman. He is such an advocate for making sure that we treat the elderly population with respect and tirelessly presses forth policies that would allow them to live out their last days in dignity. However, if they don't start waking up to this fact in greater numbers, I fear they are going to be left out in the cold. I mean who is going to pay for their social security and champion these ideas if they alienate the youth vote and loose Senator Obama's voice?

Obama, you don't have trouble courting seniors, you are appreciated, but our country is in serious trouble. We need someone with more experience and a history of taking on the difficult task of getting things done. Clinton has proven herself as a powerful advocate for children and families. She did the hard work in Arkansas to establish a legal aid clinic for people who couldn't afford it otherwise. President Carter was impressed enough to ask her to launch a national program. She wasn't even 30 years old yet. She has been praised for her negotiating skills ,even by Republicans who find her to be a tough opponent. She is capable of taking the hits, only to dust herself off and get on with the work that needs to be done. She has worked with people who have insulted her, hurt her, and made her life miserable because serving the public good mattered most of all. For decades, she has been an advocate for the minority rights that made your candidacy possible.

Seniors dont know him well enough and due to the BS negative attacks against him they wont get the chance to get to know him. Thanks Hillary and McCain for smearing his image to bennifet you. Thats not experience thats called desperation and manipulation. Too bad you cant win any other way.

jenkins -

Go look up Coburn-Obama Transparency Act and Lugar-Obama Nonproliferation Act. Both done in his first 2 years of 'inexperience'.

Once you've done that, eat crow, come back, and apologize for being incapable of looking up information for yourself.

"Lostfigs April 23rd, 2008 4:16 pm ET

Seniors know better than to go with the fad of the moment!"

Right...seniors never fall for infomercials, get rick quick schemes, or go to the casinos. Keep patting patting yourself on the back there gramps.

They are slow in more ways than one and more likely to be prejudiced against a black man.

But, Barack does need them. I hope he can find a way to reach out to them and that they will replace the batteries in their hearing aid so they can LISTEN.

Those bitter old people...

When you get older you have seen more and you become cynical when it comes to politics. We know what has happened; we have a history. I am an Obama supporter but that is because I still have my hope available to me. A lot of older people have given that up and they think the only way to survive in Washington is to be as nasty and dishonest as you can. With Hillary they are voting for someone who is just as dishonest and just as nasty as the rest of government. I think they believe Barack will get chewed up and spit out. In a sense they have given up on the idea that we can have honest leaders in this country. But what they need to remember is that there are A LOT of good and descent politicians out there who just need a leader. They should realize that once in a great great while a good person will come along who has the ability to draw other good people to them. They may feel safer with Hillary because she is part of that nasty govt hierarchy, but that is because they have given up on a dream and that is sad. At some point you have to say "yes I want things to really be better. i dont want more of the same only in a liberal package" They need to find their faith again.

It is simple - firstly BO must show some respect for seniors. Proven track-record is needed before experienced seniors will vote for you. You need to gain some of it in Senate or as VP, work on issues and deliver before asking for the seat in the Oval.

Does Hillary have a mullet?

That's right, Alan Boyer–it must be because senior citizens are racist! It can't possibly be because they don't like his politics.

It is your lack of experience and substance... Period

Seniors are better equipped to see through this fraud than younger voters.That being said,I hope he gets the nomination.McCain will maul him.Maul.

Well it's like I said before those people are still stuck in the 50's and in slavery time. Obama will never get their vote. Too bad and shameful for this country.

PA is a state Hillary was EXPECTED to win... i still dont understand why people are so suprised that she won by 9.6% If she wins in NC, then Obama may have something to worry about. Indiana is the next battleground if she looses there you'll see increased pressure by super delegates/dnc to put the campaign out of its misery.

Those senior citizens have lived their lives. They should be thinking about the younger generation and trying to leave our country a better place for THEM. Afterall, many of them have fewer days ahead of them than they do behind them. They are being purely selfish and letting their decades of negative views towards blacks hender our changes of electing the most promising candidate for change that I've seen in my lifetime.

Tacky headline on your front page, by the way. Not at all partisan?

Interesting and candid information.

Obama supporters like me are engaging our family elders in conversation around the campaign and issues and we're having an influence. That's part of how Obama is getting some of his recent GAINS with this age group.

And by the way, I'm middle-aged so I'm talking to my parents' generation. WWII vets, etc. And I'm finding supporters.

Don't worry Barrack – they'll vote for you in November.

Older voter should realize that their time has past......time for a NEW generation......Older Voters are the reason the Nation is in the mess that its in.

Frustrating isn't it? White Seniors won't vote for a black man because they don't trust him and blacks will only vote for a black man because they're conditioned to vote for skin color, not issues. Therefore, 60-70% of the white Senior vote goes to Hillary and 90-95% of the black vote goes to Barack. Stalemate and checkmate. Let's introduce the next President of these United States; John McCain.

Political Commentators have argued extensively that Obama is not able to attract white blue color workers as well as seniors. I think they need to also question why Hillary is not able to attract greater support from the African American community, which she will need to defeat McCain, if she some how manages to steal the nomination from Obama( very unlikely the superdeligates are too smart to fall for her b/s)

You better believe it sonny boy Obama.

Seniors do not want to have a hip hop, bird flipping imposter in the White House.
We are older, wiser and we can see right through you!

Hillary Clinton 2008

Why couldn't Snt. Obama and Snt. Clinton join up and accept the President and V.P nomination. As for who's who, a game of paper rock scissors would do less harm.

obama supporters don't get it, Seniors are not bowled over by buzz words, they are able to discern what the issues affect them and who is the best candidate, I should think universal healthcare will be one of the key issues which Obama is not offering. Instead of respecting Seniors and their positions you accuse them of being racist. Instead of blaming everybody else why don't you take a look at Obama. he is the problem. The more name calling and abuse you aim at Clinton supporters the more entrenched they become.

"Former Edwards National General Chairman and 49 Other Edwards Supporters Throw Support to Barack Obama"

That's alright. The majority of Americans realize that OBAMA is just what America needs !!! Just like these Edwards supporters, they will come around.

I think that remark is a huge slap in the face to those who do not agree with his politics.

Can we get past "labeling" please and face facts: Obama does not appeal to everyone and everyone is not buying his message (or drinking the Kool-Aid).

Old people shouldnt be allowed to vote anyway. They had their chance, now they need to relinquish the reins to the voice of the young.

Obama has attracted many young voters while Clinton has been supported by senior voters. Obama does not understand what the seniors need. It is better this way so Clinton can win some other states in the near future. God bless her!!!!

Speaking of why Barak Obama cannot close the deal: It seems that the media pundits do not want to speak about the elephant sitting in the middle of the room; In looking at the exit polls from pennsylvania that has been mentioned, the one that stands out the most, but is not mentioned as the obvious answer to the "Close the Deal" question, is the fact that 20+ percent of PA rural voters, felt that race was a large factor in their vote decision, and 16% in the non rural areas...In looking further at that poll, the majority of those voters voted for Hillary Clinton. So in asking that question, the media pundits need to look at race as a large factor in why so called "Blue Collar" voters in those areas will not support Obama...How can he win those states when you have so many people that were not going to vote for him, no matter what he did...Im sure it may be similar polls on the African American side, however the media pundits need to start asking these question, and stop looking solely at African Americans and race, and start looking at the rural voters who still hold animosities from the past...I do not think that older white voters only vote for Hillary because they are inspired by her message; based on those poll numbers, it seems to be the elephant sitting in the room that is causing there vote for Hillary...

And when Hillary tries to "obliterate" Iran they can send the Seniors and those in the State of Pennsylvania first!

Why can't professional writers get it right? "Than", not "then". Puh-lease!

Obama-

You don't have a problem with older white voters. The older white voters have a problem with you. They say it's because of experience but it's really because you're black. I'm sorry to say it bluntly but that's what it is and America still has a problem thinking that a black man can not be President.

Oh my God. What fools Obama and his supporters are. To disrespect old people, who represent the majority of folks who vote because they still take their responsibilities as citizens seriously, is a major mistake. And to say it's because he's black is ridiculous. The same argument could be said of black voters who vote for Obama because he's not white. Give me a break.

thats because we are smarter ;; you learn to sift out the fluff as you age

Are the 60% of the voters over 65 years of age that voted for Clinton just dumber than the 90% of black voters that voted for Obama? Just asking.

i see the Hillary supporters our out and about today...on the offensive...on the prowl. You guys had somewhat of a big win yesterday. What did you close the gap by? About 11 delegates?
Whoa.... Don't hurt ya'self celebrating.

At any rate...we Obama supporters must admit...winning does feel good. So go ahead. Enjoy the moment...

The problem is that there is a generational gap that trancends the boundries of wisdom. There is NEW wisdom and then there is OLD wisdom. Unfortunately the Radio/ TV generation hasn't caught up with the 21st century computer generation. I wonder how many 65 and above really know what's going on with the real issuses today! Social Security is almost gone, retirements are only for the wealthy,and todays youth are neglected by those same seniors. Why Hillary?...because thats all they are afraid of moving beyond the same OLD THING.

Experience? How much experience did the movie star Reagan, the peanut farmer Carter, the Arkansas governor Clinton and the reformed alcoholic Bush, Jr have? It's a big issue here because Hillary Clinton - who also has no experience - has made it the issue instead of saying what she really means: No black guy out of no where who touches the hearts of a constituency who is so fed up with the last years is going to take from me what I want. - power. Seniors like my 95-year old Hillary supporter mother are afraid of real change. There are 8 states with enough seniors to constitute 26% of the vote. Obama is being honest about it– something voters have a perfect right to be suspicious of after the last 8 years.

I love my older seniors. But I believe that they have a problem with change. The Clintons have been out way longer than Barack; so even if they don't like Hillary, they will still vote for her because she is familiar to them.

But I don't think that they understand that we really need t change the trajectory of this country; or we all are going to loose; mainly those that are coming behind us.

Hillary was outspent 3-to-1 and she won by double digits!! Do you see us now, CNN? Or are we still invisible to you?

I'm sure it couldn't of had anything to do with Obama himself. Perhaps people are finally seeing the REAL Obama and not the man with all the nicely written speaches.

Barack is totally right about this. Old people, especially old white Democrats are conservative by nature, so of of course Hillary's fear-mongering works with them. This is a statistical facts.

We may be older but we're not stupid. How does Obama intend to develop a strong track record in the next few months on "senior issues" when he hasn't done so in 3-1/2 years? Please don't pander to me. I'm not crazy about the way things are done in the federal government but this country is in a mess and we need someone who's already experienced.

Great work CNN campaigning for Obama? What's instore for Hillary? More negative stories? Maybe have Rolando Martin comment more.

How can anyone talk to those of the greatest nation with criticism. You know those who fought in Korea, WWII and WWI. Those who came from a generation where most likely their parents were farmers. Those who earn and respect everything they worked for. Those who know what it is like to have gone through hard times and rationing and experienced the successes of FDR and Clinton. They KNOW what's up. They have seen snake oil sold before.

he does not have a problem, CNN please please for once report facts..

the issue is that seniors have not voted for him, but Senator Obama doe snot have a problem with them and this is exaclty how you and billary take everytthing out of context.................

hope the americans are reading your double standards at the words used lately to twist everything.. from reporting the actual number in PA to this................................

CNN clinton network news, (by the way how does she pay you???)_

cool

According to exit polls, Obama ALSO has a problem with white female voters.

And it's NOT just "older" females who can see that Obama is the inferior candidate.

Call it female intuition...but we know that this inexperienced guy does NOT have a chance to beat McCain in the general.

I'm just fed-up with this nonsense. Hillary's nastiness and white folks racism. The Pensylvania governor said from the get-go that the people in his state will not vote for a black man. many in the Press tried to play down the comment...but you see...he was telling the truth. It is about time that some folks got over the fact that everyone is NOT white in the world and that God made all of us no matter what color we are. Look at the qualities of the man...not the color of his skin. How can anyone even trust Hillary or Bill for that matter. The Interns will be running for cover if he gets back in the Whitehouse.

Older voters don't like change! They are staus quo people for the most part. No wonder they want to stay with the person they have seen before. I can't imagine what they are thinking though. Four more years of the lying winn at any cost Clintons makess my stomach turn Please Get them offf the trail andd back in New York so we don't have to see them every day!!!!!!!!

For a man that was virtually unknown a year and a half ago, that is taking on a Popular Senator/Former Two Term First Lady of the UNITED STATES and her Popular Two Term Former Presedent Husband, I think the man is holding his own.

I think the question should be " why has more than half the Democratic Electorate decided to support a virtual unknown over a two very well known Democratic Politicians (Senator/Former First Lady & Two Term Former Presidsent) that have held the spotlight for more than twenty years. That is the real question.

OBAMA 08 & 12

It happened!! RCP just announced Hillary won the popular vote!!!

I think it is more than seniors that have a problem with Barack due to his far left agenda....

Enough with the Capital Gains Tax give away.

ALL INCOME SHOULD BE TREATED THE SAME!

WHY SHOULD MY HARD EARNED INCOME BE TAXED MORE THAN CAPITAL GAINS?

Once again, welfare for the wealthy!

kitchen sink mailer...out of touch mailer...and better leader mailer....we were swamped with them from Hillary Clinton....

but what clinched it was

Osamba bin Laden commercal.....the seniors dont take kindly to war

but I voted for Obama inspite of all that JUNK from Clinton

Older voter PA

I think we do well as Amercia to let our young people speak for themselves. It is the older more experienced generation of politicians and leaders that has ushered us into wars ( Bush, Chaney, Rove, Rumsfeld, Powell and others)., spent our social security benefits.

The Youth vote had better speak up or we will be in a War for the next 100 years, out of Social Security Funds, Not properly educated, Maintaining a bad reputation in the World.

The older generation is dying off and their age is evident of that..
Clintons – 60+
McCain – 70+
Busch – 65+

I love my seniors, but every generation had to make a change in order to get rid of older leaders with biased, prejudice and settled ways.

I am persuaded that Problems will not be solved by the same level of thinking that created them.

In or History, The youthful spirit has ushered in the great movements that have made our country great. I am tired of everybody wanting to go back to the "old Days" of Bill Clinton and George Bush...we need new vision!

Obama '08

He has more problems than that. We were on an inevitable win for the white house without Barack Obama. The DNC had to be aware of how this might split the party. We want to win the white house and being nice for the last two elections didn't seem to do it. The candidate that knows how to fight these Republicans was not going to look as pretty standing next to the new Barack Obama. These two candidates seem to think we're going to have a united party... well, we united around Bill Clinton, Gore, and John Kerry... and John Kerry ran against the worst president in modern times. We've done the united we stand.. and we fell... twice. I want a fighter. I want someone who has the potential to get as nasty as the Republicans always do. Hillary Clinton is that candidate.

They are too wise, too smart and too savy to support such an inexperienced candidate such as Barack.

He insulted the people of Pennsylvania..........

Shame on Obama for insulting the good people of Pennsylvania.

Obama is critical.

We do not need a president who slams the people.

Hillary 08

OMG!!!!! The seniors are voting for Hillary Clinton because that is there choice. It's that simple. People make decisions every day for all kinds of reasons. they Vote for Her because that is who they wish to vote for.
(geez!!)

The best strategy for Obama from now on is to completely ignore Clinton. She cannot mathematically win the nomination. He should just say "If senator Clinton wants to focus on me – fine. I will focus on the issues and the differences with McCain". He should completely ignore her, and only have his surrogates issues factual statements whenever necessary to respond to the next mud.

Actually Obama your wrong. If you look at all the exit polls you start having problems with voters 40 and above, I'm getting ready to turn 44, and I am a Clinton supporter. Me personally, I don't believe you have the experience to be president.

Perhaps, you should look at yourself...........maybe the wife, Rev. Wright, or clinging to guns.........or maybe even the terrible job you did in the debate, or the lack of substance to your speeches, or the fact that you want to boycott, Florida & Michigan.

Uncounted in Florida

Maybe so, Alex in Tx. Sexism prevails in this country much stronger than racism. If you were a Clinton supporter you would have been noting this the entire primary campaign. Here are just a few examples.

"Iron my shirt"

"Pimping their daughter out"

"what kind of expereince did she gain in the White House, doing the laundry?"

All of this about our Former First lady , a graduate of Yale and onetime corporate attorney.

Yeah, she was doing the laundry.

Nobody is saying it, so here goes. People 65 and over were born prior to 1944 (well before MLK did his work). Could it be that some people from that timeframe have race issues? If so then it would be tough gaining ground there.

It should be no surprise that seniors have heard all the slick salesman routines over the years. Change for the sake of change is a wonderful idea in principal. Seniors also know that in life you need real soloutions to real problems. Obama offers very little in the way of fine print. I believe Hillary has at least given the impression that she has a plan. She gives me the impression of someone who has a grasp on the issues and how to deal with them.

We need to invest in better education. 35yrs of experience and 8yrs as the first lady and you are losing to BARACK OBAMA. Get out Hillary you are like Mike Tyson vs Buster Douglas.

Is this guy CLUELESS or what? Is he really just waking up here?

Seniors and FL and MI and women and not-wealthy and jewish and etc.etc. And stop saying they are all racist Obama – maybe they are just smart.

Now we can add clueless to rich, slick, negative, ivy-league, elitist, big-talker.

NoBama – supported by Ozombies
Go Hillary – supported by everyone else – I am donating again!

Obama does pretty well with female voters considering he is running against a female. I guess it is not important to females voting for Obama to have a female as President to symbolize what a dedicated and hard-working woman can achieve. I guess they really are the under-gender. Under-paid because they are under-achievers. Under-represented because they would rather continue under-failed male leadership.

He needs to stop opening his mouth!

Double my capital gains and I will vote AGAINST anyone!

Comm21 in Indiana

He understands and Barack will make the adjustment.

Why are seniors even allowed to vote?

With all do respect the problem is greater then just the seniors.
In the beginning of the campaign Obama stood only for change and new approach.
All good things which would have been great if they could be backed up with some track record and substance.
What has come out since then contradicts the pretty picture that was portrait.
This created uncertainty, trust issues and casted a huge shadow on who he is.
That makes Clintons a safer choice between the two.

That is because most seniors are smart enough to know an empty suit when they see one, and Obama is a total empty suit!!!

Lets see .

Barak Obama

Built a Machine that is not broke and has More Money than all the GOP and DEMS in this Election. Pays his Vendors. And also has brought about 4million new Voters in to the Democratic Fold this Primary Season. Harvard Grad . Married to his Loving wife that he has never cheated on. Also Writes his own books which are best sellers. And has worked for everything he has ever gotten. And People like HIM!!!!!!! AND HE DID IT IN ONE YEAR. WITH NO LOBBYIST"S

Hillary Clinton

Has run her So called Machine into the dirt. Flat Broke and also is a DEAD BEAT on PAYING VENDORS. THAT WHY LAST NIGHT SHE WAS IN A HIGH SCHOOL GYM FOR HER BIG RALLY. LIED ABOUT NAFTA ,VOTED FOR IRAQ WITH GEORGE BUSH. HUSBAND HIS A LYING CHEAT!!!! AND SHE FAILED THE BAR EXAM TWICE. AND HALF OF THE COUNTRY HATES HER.

SEN Obama I don't think you have a Problem with OLDER WHITE VOTERS BECAUSE OLDER AA VOTE JUST FINE FOR YOU.

I THINK THEY JUST A RACIST AND WILL NEVER VOTE FOR A AFRICAN AMERICAN.

MY GRANDFATHER TOLD ME THIS YEARS AGO SEN OBAMA .

A OLD FOOL WAS A YOUNG FOOL !!!!!

SCREW THEM !!!! YOU DO"NT NEED THEM, JUST STAY ON MESSAGE AND THE GENERATION X WILL BE THERE FOR YOU.

When you´re old you already have seen a lot of change and you try to keep things more stable. For older people it´s hard to believe that change might bring them some better things.
That means when you´re old it´s easier to elect what you know than what you don´t know.
Of course this is a wrong view in a rapidly changing world.

Older voters don't trust you, you will have to sit down and explain Rev Wright, Ayres and your church's doctrine to them. You have skirted the questions since day one and if you don't explain them, they will never trust you. You can go out all day and talk issues to them, but without trust you will never get them behind you. They know Senator Clinton they don't know you or your beliefs. If you do have ties to Ayers and believe in BLT you better just keep lying to them.

Here is your problem with Seniors and anyone else that loves this country and supports the values of our ancestors. Mine were from Spain and France. Us older ones and even some not so old, do not want the type of government that you and your followers bring to our
Country.
We built this country on hard work, defended it from all enemies. We will continue to defend it and we will not give up our guns so that the Socialists can take over all aspects of our lives.

We reject your vision of America, because it is not our vision and that of our children and grandchildren.

We are also smarter and wiser so we do know about you.

Obama has a problem with seniors because they have experience and he doesn't. They have seen wars and depressions and recessions and the civil rights movement – not from the vantage point of armchair commentators – but witnesses to history. History requires courage and tough decisions and not whining every time you take a blow.

As Barach Obama said, seniors are looking at a candidate's record. That is important to older voters who know resume counts when hiring someone for a job.
Rhetoric will not work with these voters who know how critical it is to elect the candidate who has a proven track record.
Seniors will never trust someone who makes promises, but does not have the accomplishments to back it up!

Just keep working hard Barry. The seniors will come around eventually. =)

You think things are bad now..... wait and see what happens if one of these two get in. I shudder at the thought......

As seniors realize that voting for Barack Obama is the best gift they can give their children and grandchildren–improving their future through honesty, unity, and fiscal responsibility–they will make the wise move and support him.

Seniors value experience something the Obama campaign can't lay claim to! But the exit polls showed that Clinton got the 40 and over voters too ... not just seniors.

Senator Obama is correct when he says he is losing senior voters to Senator Clinton, but it doesn't have anything to do with social security or health care issues. It's that senior citizens have lived long enough to have heard and seen it all. They know when someone is preaching "hope" that's just what they're doing...preaching. If it sounds too good to be true, it usually is. Senator Clinton hasn't, isn't and won't get it all right, but for the most part the seniors don't see her story as hype!

No wonder I moved away from Pennsylvania. I can't believe all the stupid people who fell for Hillary's Lies and scandles.

How can you people trust anything she says?

They might be old, but they're not stupid. The flavor of the week is only good for a week, then what. Obama needs to step aside and let real experience lead the way.

Good job making the headline as controversial as possible. "I have a problem with seniors" can easily be understood out of context to mean Barack doesn't like older people. Please try to avoid misrepresenting the truth in order to garner interest in your articles. This is a perfect example of why non-issues are blown out of proportion, distracting us from real problems.

I am not a senior and I am not a supporter. Perhaps senior are older and wiser. You lost a major state and it wasn't due to seniors alone.

If Hillary's main support is seniors a majority of them will go to John McCain anyway, therefore it would negate any of her arguements about how she is the better democratic candidate to take on Mccain.

So now Obama's people have to make up a track record for the elderly that Obama does not have.

As for those voting for this charlatan....

How is it that we send our children to college for an education and they lose their common sense?

Let's see... why would old white people NOT vote for Barack Obama ...???... hmmm...

Good thing a new generation of voters is going to determine this election.

Your problem is with more then just seniors... Yes you have the young voters but they have no clue what the world is really all about, they buy into the false dreams that is put in front of them..

I think this is just another excuse, he always has one when he looses..

Change the title you moronic CNN writers. Your title makes it look like Obama doesn't like Seniors "I have a problem with seniors", taken out of context looks bad. But what do I expect from a once respected source of news that has turned into a glorified tabloid.

I am only a few years older than Obama, but I find him insulting and patronizing. I have been a registered Democrat my entire adult life, but I find Obama to be a hypocrite, a liar, an elitest, racist, and patronizing. I will stay home before I cast a vote for Obama.

What incredibly misleading headlines.

"Obama says loss due to seniors"
"Obama: I have a problem with seniors"

Neither of those reflects the sentiments expressed in his actual comments.

Obama needs to take second seat for this Presidency beside Hillary
When RE-ELECTION takes place..he will move into her position with exp and know how...and he will win........

Oh, Barak, you have lots more problems with electability than just older voters' concerns.

Your plan of getting elected on the basis of getting 99.7% of the african american vote coupled with the under 25 vote is terminally flawed, pal.

gee, i'm only 23 and VOTED FOR HILLARY....

paint me black and I'd still vote for her!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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 delegates Do the MATH NO WAY FOR HER TO WIN

I think the problem with older voters can be explained in what I call 'The Einstein Syndrome'. Einstein could not accept the unpredictable nature of quantum mechanics. Everything had to fit into his ordered consistent world of Newtonian physics. This in the end, kept him from making progress towards his theory of everything.

Likewise many of us over 40 couldn't have predicted Obama's success to date. The younger people had much less of a problem. We need to all open our minds to new possibilities or forever get stuck in a rut.

Maybe it is the seniors who like some things as they are when they need to be fixed. Could it be that they worry about trusting someone as young as their children who they don't know. We all need to look at the greater good of the country and the future direction we need to be going.

Hillary simply cannot tell the truth. Here’s her scorecard:
Admitted Lies
• Chelsea was jogging around the Trade Center on Sept. 11, 2001. (She was in bed watching it on TV.)
• Hillary was named after Sir Edmund Hillary. (She admitted she was wrong. He climbed Mt. Everest five years after her birth.)
• She was under sniper fire in Bosnia. (A girl presented her with flowers at the foot of the ramp.)
• She learned in The Wall Street Journal how to make a killing in the futures market. (It didn’t cover the market back then.)
Whoppers She Won’t Confess To
• She didn’t know about the FALN pardons.
• She didn’t know that her brothers were being paid to get pardons that Clinton granted.
• Taking the White House gifts was a clerical error.
• She didn’t know that her staff would fire the travel office staff after she told them to do so.
• She didn’t know that the Peter Paul fundraiser in Hollywood in 2000 cost $700,000 more than she reported it had.
• She opposed NAFTA at the time.
• She was instrumental in the Irish peace process.
• She urged Bill to intervene in Rwanda.
• She played a role in the ’90s economic recovery.
• The billing records showed up on their own.
• She thought Bill was innocent when the Monica scandal broke.
• She was always a Yankees fan.
• She had nothing to do with the New Square Hasidic pardons (after they voted for her 1,400-12 and she attended a meeting at the White House about the pardons).
• She negotiated for the release of refugees in Macedonia (who were released the day before she got there).
With a record like that, is it any wonder that we suspect her of being less than honest and straightforward?

Boy, the Obama supporters here are sure full of themselves. They know best and anyone who disagrees with them is hyper partisan or a bigot.

Guess they pick up that attitude from their candidate.

HILLARY made 10 MILLION, last night !! Wow !!!!!!!WE ARE WITH YOU SISTER HILLARY 08!!!!!!! : )

see that's why i like Sen Obama. he is a thinker with a heart and soul. something that cannot be said about old girl, Hill

He sure as hell does. I am one and I would never vote for him. He is uncaring and snobbish. Sort of a EWWWWWWWWWWWWWW do n ot touch me feeling. And this appeals to whom???????? the WELL educated and the young????????? Until he is in his sixties and has to work 40 or 50 hrs a week to keep health insurance, and if he has had to raise 2 children on a meager salary alone , only then can he realize what seniors think of him. He is unpatriotic and condescending. Go ahead media censor this comment as always

I am senior female, and I will never vote for Clinton. The idea of a liar being in the White House scares me to death. And I don't mean Billy.

Hispanics, females, and other groups. But that's what a VP is for! To secure the groups you couldn't get.

maybe because they believe that they are voting in Bill Clinton again......

well guess what you bunch bunch of old dried ups.....

HILLARY IS NOT BILL

Oh Barack but you have the youth vote which you tout all the time, but they don't seem to come through for you.

Now, here's an honest and decent man. Thinking constructively instead of playing games.

Clinton's appeal to those senior voters 65 and over is apparent. Those seniors should take note of the fact that their forefathers
brought about change (some for the better). Over their life time
they have seen nothing in Washington change. The good ole boy's
method still exist. If the American people are to ever take back
their government these senior's must take a leap of faith and take
a hard look at what Obama has to offer. Change is never easy but
definitely worth the effort.

Of course he does – seniors are averse to change (Obama) and are easily manipulated into voting based on fear (Clinton). Additionally, they tend to be more racist and see lack of education as a good thing.

The biggest problem with Pennsylvania for Obama, was that Hillary claimed it as another Home State. She played that card well, telling every crowd over the past 6 weeks that she grew up in the summers in Scranton and how her grandfather worked his life in the mills.

Asking Obama why he lost Pennsylvania is like asking Hillary why she lost Illinois. Same reasons. After June 3rd, Obama will be about 100 delegates short of the magic 2024, but will receive them from now until shortly after June 3rd, giving him the nomination.

I think the Senator and his staffers are wrong.
I am a 52 year old black man and I support Hillary Clinton. I have never voted for President Clinton. The isuue is whether Mr Obama is ready to be president without tested experience. Period. I strongly believe he cannot withstand the Republican politcal matchines come November. If you cannot win big states that would normally vote Democratic in the general elections show me the proof that you will win. It's going to be tougher...it's been soft ball to this point. Believe me!

Nice unbiased headline CNN, you are doing a great job for this election. /sarcasm

Your problem is that we are not drinking from your Kool aide. We know better have seen your type before and frankly don't care about your hopes and dreams for America.

Our Hopes and Dreams have already been fulfilled. We live in a land of opportunity and every day we see your followers try to destroy that dream by bringing the garbage from LA to our doorstep. We reject Liberalism and anyone that trys to destroy our people and gives comfort to the enemies of the United States.

We built this country on Judeo-Christian principles and reject the Secularism/Socialism way of life. If we wanted to be Socialists
we would have stayed in the countries of our forefatthers, moved to Venezuela or Russia for that matter.

Put it bluntly we don't like you and what your vision is for America.

One of the most important things the Senior Citizens are up set about is being taxed on our Social Security income. Not one of the canadates ever mentions getting the law changed back. Once you reach the retirement age our govenment for gets about you.

C'mon, CNN. That's a horrible title for the article. It's going to confuse everyone. It's "I have a problem getting the senior vote". The way you phrased it makes it sound like he hates seniors...

And Obama-bashers, don't try some smarmy comeback to say that he does either. You know that's a baseless accusation.

In Pennsylvania, I know first hand that seniors were repeatedly called by the Clinton campaign and lied to. The Clinton campaign lied about Obama's position on handguns and health insurance . She smeared him on tv ads stating he did take $ from Exxon employees, but failed to mention she took much more in addition to PAC money. I am concerned she can not keep her campaign out of the red, how can we trust her with the economy? And the video of her doing shots with the locals was horrific. Could you ever imagine Margaret Thatcher doing something like that? She sold the seniors and the media a load of crap.

Remember Obama you called OLD people YESTERDAY'S NEWS!!!!! You reap what you sow!!

i'm a professional, catholic, latina from los angeles and i voted for obama. all of my family and friends voted for obama. thanks.

I remind you, those who list the states that Obama has lost, that Obama still has more popular votes, and more confirmed delgates than Clinton. THAT, my friends is all that counts.

Not only is Obama weaker than Clinton with seniors. They are one of the voting blocks that is most likely to switch to McCain if they don't like the outcome of the Democratic primary season.

Contrary to all the talk about how turned off Obama voters will be if their candidate loses the nomination, the Democratic voters most likely to actually cross over to the Republicans (as opposed to just not voting) are the Clinton supporters.

Obama is being dismissive again. Just because we were around for several presidential elections (including Clinton) does not mean that we are supporting Hillary Clinton because we may have voted for Bill Clinton. We are supporting Hillary Clinton because she is the best candidate. She has the experience and the mind set to bring about the changes this country needs after 8 years of Bush.

Obama acts like if we are not buying his pitch of rhetoric without substance, that we are doddering idiots. It is just as demeaning as his "bitter comments" Mr. Obama alot of democrats (55% in PA alone) do not support you over Sen. Clinton because you are not the candidate to enact the change you speak so elequently about. We are older and we have seen politicians come and go. Some better than others. Hillary Clinton is who we support not because you are young but because she is just a better candidate.

Are we still in the Dark Ages when it comes to electing a woman for a nominee. Shame on all those superdelegates who backed away from backing Hilary. Grow up MEN.

He is absolutely right.. they are voting becasue of the name and of her husband not becaues of her and also if you show the seniors pictures of a terrorist, and inflict lies and fear, well, we know how they react............

billary you wont get away with this.............the majority in the us is not elderly and if they are they will finding out your dirty tactics.
it is truly a shame this sort of politics is allowed and that the media cheers it...........

It was said by a political analyst that seniors held more prejudices that younger voters. This may be true but Obama can't say it.

Did you really say Obama has a problem with seniors when his comment was he has a problem luring senior voters? Didn't they tell you at the meeting that you had to be more subtle than that?

OBAMA is just a BIG LOOSER.

There is the old saying "With age comes wisdom." That is Obama's problems with older voters. Older voters actually sit, watch, think, analyze, and look at their situation and want to see who will best help them. Rhetoric will only get you so far, and it works with the easy influenced (Young people). Older voters don't want to hear all that crap. They want to know what are you going to do for social security, health care, retirement, actually hardships right now in this country. So I can see why older voters aren't crazy about him, they want actual solutions and results, not dreams and possibilities.

Because Seniors have wisdom and life experience and see Obama for what he really is.
A man big on words and no substance.

Older voters fear change, but do not realize that the change Obama brings will be good for us. Our current policies are broken, they need to be fixed. Obama's change will help our country move forward. Come on, together we can rebuild our broken country before we're all doomed and need to move to another country!

i think seniors have a problem voting for you, most of the old people will vote for old people, they fear change

Why can't Obama put Clinton away?

I ask the question, why won't old rural white voters consider voting for a Black man in 2008? Why would the older white voters of Penn and even now the conservative white republican NC voter try to destroy a Black man in 2008? They call him "elitist". They don't want a black man succeeding and excelling to the highest office in the world. That would certainly make him an elitist. How dare he even consider believing he could even attain an office of this status. This is the same type of mentality of calling blacks "uppitty" back in the day. Isn't it funny, how can a man who came from nothing to excel to the level that he has be considered elitist when those who give tax benefits to the true elite and white conservative.

McCain wants to take "high road". That sounds pretty elitist to me. And how dare Hillary sling mud at anyone. I would have thought she would learn something about the "grace" that she spoke about that she experienced in her faith. Hillary, stop waffling. Live what you say.

Well, if it makes you feel better Barack, my 92-year-old, white, small-town Catholic Grandmother voted for you. She campaigns for you by word-of-mouth, and says she feels you are "the one." I agree.

No Obama. It's because older voters want real substance and aren't distracted by all the glitz of your slick campaign ads. They've seen it all and want someone who can deliver for them – Hillary!

Obama also has a problem counting peoples votes. Stupid rules are not constitutional laws. In MI he's the one who decided to take his name off the ballot and had a campaign on the ground urging people to vote uncommited against Hillary. So Michigan counts, this was old style politics from Chicago and it won't work. Imagine people like Donna Brazile who don't want to count votes in Florida after what happened in the 2000 campaign she was running for Al Gore. They're just like Bush, she must have a fever and someone should bring her some medecine.

OMG! I am truly amazed at this man. I was sitting here wondering if I have ever heard ANY politician admit to a weakness and looks for a way to overcome it. I am just blown away reading this article.

Of course the Clintonites will jump on this in 3-2-1....

Isn't that title a little misleading? It makes it sound like he said "I don't like Seniors." Come on. Change the title to something like "Obama has trouble attracting Seniors"

The reason why you have a problem with senior is because you're very arrogant and kicki. You should be humble before someone can raise you up. As you know not every one is born a leader as you are not. Every one is created with intillegent but some develop theirs fully well just like that doesn't mean that you can rule them. If you think that having money or going to Ivy school you're superior than others. Think back to where your father came from as it said in Africa, its takes a village to raise a child so is it that takes a whole community to come together and elect their leaders. Young people doesn't elect leaders but rather follow the footstep of the elders. So my friend you should consider gathering much experience before running for the highest office in the world.

Hillary '08

Here is the spin, when you take what he actually said and the words of the headling, they infer and state two complete different things.

Obama's word were "I have a problem Appealing to senior voters"
Inferring that he and his staff need to make a greater effort when talking to them about those issues that are important to them, such as health care, medications, retirement and pensions.

Article headling "I have a problem with seniors".
Inferring the possibility that he personally has a problem with seniors, which I can unequivically state is not true. I am not 65 however I am considered a senior by national standards.

Most seniors are afraid of change, especially the kind of change that Obama is suggesting and eluding to. That is where he needs to focus, he needs to make sure they understand that the change he represents will more than take care of their problems, and will in fact in most case make their lives better in the long run.

Obama you have bigger problems... The youth vote..........will not be there in November...........Sorry but it is true........you are much to elite for the seniors and blue collar people............you don't even know how to drink a beer LOL They crown you like an American Idol not like a MAN running for President of a super power. Are you a Rock Star.....NOT.......Therefore, this you need to consider going forward because you are not going to win ............you do not get it........won't and people are getting to know the REAL OBAMA!!!!!!!!!!!!!Witht he money you outspent your opponent and you couldn't close forget it ............Not in this LIFETIME Generation X cares only for Generation X and Star Power.....you do not even have that .......................one minute of fame Good LUCK ......

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Hillary /Edwards 08

I am an "older voter". I just don't like Obama: he shows me nothing but words. We old folks, as the Obama people like to think of us, are smarter than to trust words.

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

Something that the media isn't talking about is that Clinton is making inroads into Obama's typical voters.....college kids and those with college degrees. She's cut his lead in those areas nearly in half. And if he thinks the only reason the older voters support Hillary is because of Bill, think again. For some reason Obama doesn't understand that his personality and his arrogance have anything to do with people being turned off by him.

True, but that is for a large part a pre-conceived perception on part of the older population. Hillary Clinton is rather old herself. There is a kind of 'natural alliance' ... but in terms of the GE this will not be an issue.

Obviously Obama is addressing the concerns of the older population, they are maybe just not listening. That message may be improved, but again, Hillary Clinton is part of the 'older population'.

BO must stay focused. You must continue to stay positive and never let your eye off the prize. Yes, appeal to blue collar, white women and seniors. I know that older people and blue collar workers stick to what they know. For example, most blue collar workers have been at their jobs for more than 10 years. That is, if it wasn't shipped overseas due to NAFTA (which Senator Clinton doesn't approve of...whatever).

You are fighting an uphill battle when you are a bad person because of the people you have come in contact with. It's ok, just continue to keep your eye on the prize.

Because they are older and wiser.

Barack, you're only half right.

You have a problem with seniors who have a problem with your race.

From the exit polls, 1 in 7 Pennsylvanians actually admitted that race was a big factor in who they cast their vote for, and Hillary won that group 75:25.

You do just fine among seniors here in the Upper Midwest. You know that...you were here last month!

He has some concerns with Seniors and he also has some issues with an opponent who will chew off her own paw (the Democratic Party) to win. She just doesn't care.

Senator Obama has appealed so far to only ELITISTS and those students who rave for higher jobs and better living. Obama has no place for those who has lived their lives long enough and are in our work place still breathing and going to their jobs every day. He says he will change everything with all those who contributed $5 to $30 and like – I mean small amounts – to his campaign. Meet me Obama in Indiana and tell me what would you do with these people once you are elected to be the President. Are you inviting them to come to Washington on daily basis to live with you and advise you every day? Or are you still going to depend upon those groups and specialty interests who represent these very individuals through whatever the means the sytem works. Obama forgets it is NOT THE SYSTEM that needs change, it is the mindsets in these systems that needs to change. That is what Senator Clinton is doing all along in her campaign. Sorry Barrack, you lost my vote for GOOD.

I think a lot of the Seniors in PA really want to win in November, they are the true longtime Democrats, and they saw the writing on the wall that Hillary is not going to win, so more of them decided to vote for Barack Obama so this race would come to an end. Hopefully, even more will vote for him in Indiana and North Carolina.

Obama is change....seniors don't accept change easily....even changes that are for their own good. Clinton looks like an old lady and seniors think she cares about their issues. However, she is a multi-millionaire old lady, with a husband that has made hundreds of thousands from the Chinese.... and the main body of the rest of us, are living on very limited incomes.

A Senior who knows better in California. Go Obama.

This is true. Hillary won because of the sheer number of old, white women who voted for her.

This is precisely why we should end women's suffrage and put old people into homes.

Going negative again Obama...just like you always say you don't? Saying the voters were voting for Bill not really Hillary is showing a childish and unbecoming side of your character. Face it fella, you lost becuase she is better than you.

glad Obama recognises seniors concerns and he is going to address them!

The problem is not you. The problem is with the older voters. This problem is not just in America its in Europe too. Older people are the group that finds it hard to accept people who happen to have diverse background.

I have to tell you that OBAMA has a PROBLEM with more than seniors, just in case he hasn't noticed!

Barack Obama doesn't have a problem with seniors. There are plenty of seniors who have switched over, Democrat and Republican alike, to support Obama. The only senior Barack Obama has trouble with is the narrowminded, close minded, selfish, racial bigot senior that voted for that dead head Clinton.

I am one 66 year old that won't vote for him. I don't trust him he is just to slick. His friends are not good for white Americans.
If I can't have Hillary I will vote for McCain.

Inappropriate subject title: "I have a problem with seniors."

... reality: No, he doesn't, he has a problem *APPEALING* to them.

... bias or no, that is a very, very poorly constructed article title...

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... but he certainly does? Why? I garauntee it isn't because they are more (or less) intelligent...

Race has something to do with it.
Gender, possibly, as well... (older feminist ideas)...
... Age, too... (Clinton is older) ...

Perhaps the title of this article could be changed to "Obama: I have a problem appealing to seniors." The way it is worded now makes it sound like he has a grudge against them, which isn't the case.

Of course he has a problem with seniors. Anyone who wants to vastly INCREASE the capitol gains tax...........well that directly impacts the Seniors and their "living". Capitol Gains will take away from any Seniors income........via selling their homes, Retirement accounts, selling off of stock/bonds for income. How naive Senator Obama is when he thinks the Capitol Gains Tax increase would j ust hurt the so called "wealthy"

these older voters do not know what's good for the country RIGHT now IN THIS moment in history. They do not keep up with the campaigns as much as more educated voters. I wish they would stop supporting clinton and realize that young people want obama and they should go with younger voters. STOP RESISTING CHANGE..just because you are old. young people want to get rid of the politics of the 90's and the hyper partison bickering.

old people: wise up and vote obama.., us young voters have had enough

I think that is the generation gap- seniors don't want young people to know more than they do

And they lived and grew up with racism in their back yard

Barack isn't the one who has a problem with seniors, its seniors who have a problem with Barack. Most racism in this country comes from rural southerners and older people and as much as they say it doesn't matter, subconciously it does. Everyone has that one grandma or grandpa who says completely irresponsible things and we always shrug it off as "oh that's just grandpa/ma" Well they get to vote too and most of them live in FL and PA apparently.

They just read the kitchen sink mailed by clinton campaign on the day of election.

Hello! You have NO EXPERIENCE! Stop Spinning the obvious facts into YET ANOTHER EXCUSE.

SENIORS can see what the Younger Voters cannot, someone who has not proven themselves at all and someone that is succombing to HILLARY CLINTONS performance. I'm 30 years old and I prescribe to proven performance and experience, I've never gotten hired off of my "LIKEABILITY".

Please get a clue, and stop stealing Hillary's Ideas, and Bills 1992 campaign style.

Maybe they just see the muslim veil of bigotry. But then, they voted for Hillary. Guess they just didn't have a good candidate to vote for.

barack
my hubby is 70 and i am 65 and we love you you have our vote in nov
i live in arkansas

Don't worry Obama, they will come flocking to you when they realize you are the best for this country!!

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

Older voters will continue to be troublesome. They have no direct experience dealing with black men in leadership positions in their lifetime.

and you also have a problem with..

FLORIDA VOTERS

MICHIGAN VOTERS

HISPANICS

WORKING WHITES

SENIORS

JEWISH COMMUNITY

CATHOLICS

DUH??????????????????????

He doesn't have a strong record on ANY issue because he's only been in the senate for 3.5 years. Gimme a break. I wouldn't hire this guy to run a company and we shouldn't hire him to run our country just because the ultra-liberal media wants an ultra-liberal president for the first time in decades.

And, Obama has *zero* history working with members of the opposite party. Can someone show me some proof?

Obama the spin master.

He lost CA, NY, NJ, MA, Florida, Ohio, PA – I bet the reason is far more than his problems with senior citizens of the country. Who by the way are full of wisdom.

CNN when will my post see the light of day?

Seniors know better than to go with the fad of the moment!