April 25, 2008
Posted: April 25th, 2008 12:19 PM ET

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(CNN) – In the wake of his Pennsylvania loss, Barack Obama’s campaign has revealed two major steps towards a general election operation – both usually undertaken by presumptive presidential nominees.

On Friday, the campaign officially announced an ambitious, 50-state voter registration program designed to boost Democratic registration – already reaching record levels in many states – with an eye towards November.

On the conference call discussing the effort, Deputy Campaign Manager Steve Hildebrand confirmed a report on The Page that the Obama team had entered into a joint fundraising operation with the Democratic National Committee.

The DNC could use the help. In a year when most Democratic campaign committees are vastly out-raising their Republican counterparts, the DNC – which had a little more than $5 million cash on hand, according to its most recently filed Federal Elections Commission report – is lagging far behind a cash-rich Republican National Committee’s $31 million war chest.

John McCain has launched a similar fundraising partnership with the RNC – but it did not debut until after he became the presumptive GOP nominee.

Hildebrand also said that Hillary Clinton’s campaign had held similar discussions with the national party, although the two sides had yet to come to an agreement.

“It is something that we are moving forward with and as we understand it the D.N.C. has initiated those conversations with the Clinton campaign as well.”

Joint committees are usually formed after there is a de facto nominee. In contrast to the strict fundraising limits imposed on the candidates, parties are able to raise more than 10 times as much – allowing them to assume some election-related activities and costs that would otherwise be undertaken by the campaign.

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Brenda from AZ AND NOT A MCCAIN FAN   April 25th, 2008 6:34 pm ET

I am so tired of this in-fighting. I use to support Hillary. But I changed my mind real quick as she continued to fight dirty and did everything she could to demean Senator Obama's character. She wants the presidency at all cost and I don't like her methods. Clinton and Obama have similar ideas, similar plans if they become President. But, if Obama wins, the Clinton supporters won't vote for him??? How dumb is that? I am a middle aged white woman who strongly supports Obama- but if he loses to Clinton, I will definitely vote democrat either way. Is America so stupid that they would rather have McCain in office? Even if it means more soldiers dying in Iraq? What about our problems here at home? They are both democrats!! Clinton supporters get over yourselves. If Obama wins the votes, he deserves the chance AND your support. If you don't support him, I would question the real underlying reason why you don't want him as our President. The word "racist" comes to mind....

Loretta, St. Mays, GA   April 25th, 2008 6:26 pm ET

OBAMA will bring about a change, difference, unity & justice for all! GOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO OBAMA! We love you & Michelle! "Don't Stop Until You Make It To The Top" LOL

David, Helsinki.   April 25th, 2008 5:58 pm ET

IN THE FUTURE, WE DO NOT WANT COLOUR-PROFILING OF VOTERS IN AMERICA ELECTIONS ANYMORE. THEY ONLY EXARCERBATE RACISM AND BIGOTRY.

Charles   April 25th, 2008 5:48 pm ET

This is what Hilary Clinton supporters sound like:

If the democratic party gives the election to the person who has won the most states, votes, and delagates I will vote for the candidate who represents the exact opposite of my values then the fellow democrat that does. If Obama gets the nomination, the issues will not matter to me, who cares about war, taxes and the economy, or abortion rights only the fact the my candidate was beaten fairly by some "uppity newcomer" who was able to somehow "bamboozle" the majority of democratic primary voters.

Souther Star, TN   April 25th, 2008 5:47 pm ET

I am a proud Independent and I will never side with any party simply because there is not a party I completely agree with. Sometimes I see things from the republican perspective and sometimes I see things from the Democratic perspective.

Looking at the big picture, we all want the same thing, cheaper means of living, steady pay, and a safe neighborhood in which to grow. Many of these things were taken away when the Bush administration took hold of OUR government. Now we have a chance to win it back if we can only stop bickering amongst ourselves over petty things.

The majority of the people on this blog are more than likely the ones who are suffering from the affects of the current administration, but yet due to their candidate not "winnning" they will try their best to ruin it for everyone. Whether it be a Clinton supporter voting for McCain if she loses the nomination or be it an Obama supporter voting for McCain if he does not win the election or not voting at all.

Quite honestly, a politician is a politician whether they are white, black, asian, hispanic, male or female. They all have promises that they MUST keep to people other than ourselves. So, I urge everyone to seriously consider why and who they are voting for in this election. Is it to smite the other candidate or is it really to better America.

God bless us ALL

tom, Boston   April 25th, 2008 5:42 pm ET

people, settle down. "i', democrat for hillary and won't vote for obama blah blah blah" is simply karl rove's robots parroting nonsense to divide the DNC.

and the corporate media that is the neo-con propaganda machine pretends that dirty nonsense has any leg.

they are desperate. that's all.

let's throw them all into the dumpster where rubbish belongs to!

Don in Florida   April 25th, 2008 5:40 pm ET

As an African American 50 plus years old who has consistantly voted democratic in every presidential election since age 20 while a college student, there's one thing that i love most about this country. We've been told from early childhool that any one can grow up to be president of the United States of America. We're the only country in the world where that is possible and that's what makes this country so great. So I understand that some democrats might not like Obama, but it perplexes me that they say that if he wins the nomination fair and square they will vote for McCain. He and Clinton have basically the same platform so why would someone vote for a Republican just because an African American is the Democratic Nominee? I think it's common politcal wisdom that the Republicans would be the first party to nominate a woman or african american candidate, and if they did I don't think you'd hear them talking about deserting the party because of it.. Things that make you go HMMMM>

Joshua   April 25th, 2008 5:40 pm ET

If your Democrat doesn't win, you'll be voting for a Republican?
Wow, Madeline, why don't you just get rid of your ideals all together?

Hillary is nuts   April 25th, 2008 5:38 pm ET

Hillary is doooooone.

It is not possible for her to win.......

Why cant people understand that IT IS IMMMMMMPPPPPPPOOOOOOOOOOSSSSSSSSIIIIIIIBBBBBBBBBBLLLLLLLLLLEEEEEEEE!!!!!!!!!

DO the MMMMMMMMMMMAAAAAAAAAAAAATTTTTTTTTTTHHHHHHHHH.

Terri In Oregon   April 25th, 2008 5:34 pm ET

1. I would like to meet one person that dosen't have a friend or family member that said something incredibly stupid and embarrasing. How small minded to judge someone by someone else's actions. Especially a sound bite. The media is incredibly good at making an issue out of nothing. They have done it to McCain and Clinton too. Disregard and get onto the issues.
2. Hillary has also been speaking with the DNC, did you not read the whole article? She just has not come to an agreement with them.
3. McCain has a short temper. He has shown it again and again. His fist clenching, name calling and degrading responses to those who disagree with think of other leaders in Europe. Please read up on this man before you vote for him.
4. I will vote for who ever the democratic nominee is because their platforms are so similar. Both of them are intelligent, strong, and want to see better things in America. McCain will be four more years of the same.

Armon in Dallas, TX   April 25th, 2008 5:27 pm ET

Great job, Senator Obama! I don't know what else you have to do to show the American people that you have their best interest at heart. Just keep up the good work, and know that you have legions of people who are rooting for you every day. God bless you, and God bless AMERICA!!

Obama '08

HRC Slayer   April 25th, 2008 5:26 pm ET

What...who the heck would put Bill Clinton back in the White House, with nothing to do at that! We all know what happens when he has too much time on his hands! ;-)

LeeRoy, Nottingham (UK)   April 25th, 2008 5:23 pm ET

Obama criticizes Washington but he uses the political strategies of Washington. Ridiculous. Hillary Clinton has to appear as independent candidate.

H Morris   April 25th, 2008 5:23 pm ET

Anyone that will destroy America is Hillary Clinton..The voting results and the superdelegates votes clearly indicates Obama is the strongest. What Hillary should do, is step back and stop trying to destroy Obama's reputation. All she is doing causing seperation within the democratic party.

David Riley   April 25th, 2008 5:23 pm ET

I prefer Obama, but dang it all, if Hillary gets the nomination, I'll back her all the way. I get concerned when "we democrate" start hating each other so much that we call each other racist pigs, etc. The Republicans are eating this up. Stop the name calling, push for Barack or Hillary, and accept whoever ends up on top.

Krystyna from Chicago   April 25th, 2008 5:22 pm ET

POOR OBAMA !!!! BIG money !!!! BIG Speaches and HILLARY IS a WINNER !!!!!
NOW he is planing general election !!!!!
It's not over Mr, REZKO case is on the way, is not solved, I wonder what will come by THE END !!!!!
Obama could face some PROBLEMS, not just from Rpublicans as he is preparing himself to general election, but from Chicago corruption CASE !!!!!!
I prefer clear choice and I will vote for HILLARY !!!!!

Racist or Sexist?   April 25th, 2008 5:21 pm ET

To all of you who claim any person that just does not like Obama or has something that they don't trust in Obama is a racist better take a look in the mirror. Maybe the reason you dislike Hillary so much or don't want her for president is because you don't like women. Maybe you are a Sexist! What does that say about you?? Maybe you don't like Hillary because she is white? Maybe that is reverse discrimination? Maybe you all should take a closer look at yourselves and really think about it. Everyone is entitled to like or dislike anyone for whatever reason they have. Everyone has hatred for things, people whomever and to think they don't is ridiculous. To act on it is the problem. No one is acting on anything but just merely expressing their views and as a citizen of this free nation, we are entitled. That is what freedom of speech is all about. Get over yourselves and get back to politics.. oh that's right, everyone forgets that Obama portrays himself as one of you, regular American citizen living the American dream... you all forget... HE'S A POLITICIAN!!!!! WAKE UP!!!

Aaron D   April 25th, 2008 5:21 pm ET

I find it hard to believe how many people on these posts say "I support this democratic candidate, so if the other one wins I'm gonig to vote for McCain". This does not make sense. Both democratic candidates have, by their own admission, remarkably similar policy proposals and ideals. John McCain is the polar opposite of the democratic candidate on almost every issue.If you are believe in the ideals and policies of either Hillary Clinton or Barack Obama, you believe in the ideals of the other democratic candidate. I am a vocal supporter of one of the two candidates, but I will gladly vote for the other if he/she is the nominee.
Please, I know its easy to get attached to a candidate in such a personal process, but you have to be able to look past that and look at the issues. If you genuinely believe in the proposals of either Democratic candidate, you owe it to yourself and the country to vote for the other if they are the nominee.

Scott   April 25th, 2008 5:21 pm ET

Barack is going to win.

Concerned Citizen   April 25th, 2008 5:21 pm ET

Let us not give the Republicans another chance.
Please superdelegates, choose who makes sense.........Hillary!!!!!!

Maxine from WA State   April 25th, 2008 5:20 pm ET

Go Barack!

A great example of a leader and not a divider!

I pray that we all come together and support the best person for the job as President of the United States!

aliou salam FL   April 25th, 2008 5:19 pm ET

Well, i have already given to Obama, but I will still give to the party . I will raise hell however, if one of my dimes serves hillary.

Jackie, Dallas TX   April 25th, 2008 5:19 pm ET

Obama has been very involved and effective raising campaign funds for other democratic candidates in prior years. If history is any indication, he would help the DNC with fundraising for a Democratic presidential victory in 2008 whether he was the nominee or not.

uc   April 25th, 2008 5:18 pm ET

sender ; Diane said his/her support will not go to obama if obam won, then it's obvious that you are the kind that will sale their birth right for a bread. people with vision dont reason the way you reason. what legacy are you living us with. Did hillary cook food for your parents or are you indebted cos, you wish to behave different, if so cast your vote to anyone even you can vote for robert mugabe

tom, Boston   April 25th, 2008 5:17 pm ET

Now, do your politician thing, and let rev. wright tell the truth. for all we know, the absolutely majority of the voters don't understand the truth ot can't handle the truth. you'll never make it to the white house if you tell the truth. just read this pathetic CNN "news" and its readers's comments. take it from me: the average american is even worse than this blogsphere.

that is why the biggest trick taught in the harvard kennedy school of government is how to "lead the public" with no wide-eyed illusion of "changing their hearts and minds" in any mianingful way,

that is how to manipulate the too-dumb-to-understand-real-choices public into believing that they have democracy and real choices, government of / by / for the people vs. the others. they don't deserve it, and they don't recognize it anyway.

Scott, Wichita   April 25th, 2008 5:17 pm ET

And we care, why?

This isn't news. Try reporting something worthwhile.

Tony, Miami   April 25th, 2008 5:16 pm ET

An american au Canada must be a Canadian now then your opinion doesn't matter.

Sylvia I understand your mistake just ask Hillary to send you your money back. Of course you will be waiting until we see a shark in Central Park.

BRAVO OBAMA you believe in building not destroying.

No BO   April 25th, 2008 5:16 pm ET

Bo has nothing to show. Only talk and promiseis. Like BUSH "Read my lips." He can not be trusted and he can stand the heat. It will be easy for Mc to to win agaist BO. In my opinion this is very typical of DNC. The old ancicstors like Kennedy, Kery and the opoortunist from NM and Carry from PA are all jerk and looking forward to position in BO. But let me remind them that it will not happen. Mc will winn. If Hillary is smart she should walk away and give the nomination to BO and when BO looses to Mc this time, than in 2012 she can come and beat Mc and take the white house for 8 years.

Mark   April 25th, 2008 5:16 pm ET

IN THE END WE ALL MUST VOTE DEMOCRAT OR WE WILL STILL BE STUCK WITH NOTHING!!!

Eric in Calif.   April 25th, 2008 5:15 pm ET

The only thing Hillary's PA squeeky win proved is that there are a lot of racist, old, uneducated morons in that state. She had every advantage, party hack on her side including a 20 pt. lead and Obama still almost beat her! Isn't it time to give it up Hillraiser? Ask what you can do for your country....

Hawaiian guy   April 25th, 2008 5:15 pm ET

After all the negative campaigning, psychotic antics with behavior, and arrogance of entitlement to the nomination, I wonder how all the Clinton supporters can actually feel proud of standing behind her.

I not only feel sorry for the Clintons but for all supporters who are brainwashed and truly just don't undertand politics. Lanny Davis is a good example of a pathetic, political analyst loser who continues to sound like a broken record with his, "battleground states" speech. Give us a break!

For all the women, established supporters for Clinton, I feel even more sorry for you because you are desperately wanting to put a "female" president in there but yet, the choice is the worst possible politician ever. Good luck Clinton supporters, you'll need it.

jack texas   April 25th, 2008 5:15 pm ET

Americas chickens are being counted before they're hatched.

Chrishton (Houston)   April 25th, 2008 5:15 pm ET

Way to go Obama, speak it into existence and look past all of the Clinton drama! You will be the Democratic Nominee and the Democratic Party will support you.
FACT CHECK: The American people can not with stand another 4 years under Republican leadership. Gas prices are soaring, we're in the midst of a recession, and far too many of our men/women have died fighting a war that should never have been authorized. The choice is clear in 2008, the same or change. Sen Clinton represents the same, sorry Washington Politics of the past people.
Obama 08 for Real Change

Bayou Joe   April 25th, 2008 5:15 pm ET

Try uniting the party after today's comments by another great Black leader in Congress. I believe his name is Clyburn. Sounds to me like we have two candidates in the Democratic party. One for the White people and African Americans that value the Clintons for their years of service to all Americans., regardless of color and the other one the Candidate of the Black Iberation Front and White Socialists.

It won't happen the American Public is better educated today than they were 40 years ago. Even the old people can go on the internet and learn what BLT means besides Bacon lettuce and Toast. They also keep abreast of foreign affairs.

Rose   April 25th, 2008 5:14 pm ET

To all of the readers that try to use the race as the cause of win, I have just one thing to say... GET A LIFE...

why Obama:

-He has seen the rough side of life and knows what poverty and lack of education can lead do.
-He has earned his way up
-He has a vision of unity and prosperity for the nation
-He respects people for whoever they are
-He builds bridges between people and takes our differences as a contribution to the country, not as a means to divide us

William in Oklahoma   April 25th, 2008 5:14 pm ET

I guess Obama is a little confident in his ability to ride out this years nomination process. I don't think that will help him in the upcoming primaries.

Mark   April 25th, 2008 5:14 pm ET

It makes sense. Theres no way we want to give the repulicans any motivation to turn out and vote or donate money. Hillary is not worth getting republicans excited. Obama will suppress the republican vote in the general election .

we all must agree with that.

White "blue collar worker" P.A.

Mr Din   April 25th, 2008 5:13 pm ET

Scott April 25th, 2008 2:28 pm ET

"I love this "let's move forward with our plan" style campaign. Forget Hillary and focus on the November election. Great job Sen. Obama!"

Thats nice planning, just forget the primary, go head for november haha

what the planning......

Hillary wil be next president

ann   April 25th, 2008 5:13 pm ET

politics is just like sport. any sport. imagine the playing field. football, basketball, etc. now establish the rules of the game. rules created to achieve fairness for all players.

question: after the game has begun, maybe the second quarter can one team change the rules. i don't think so. that would not be fair.

we all admire those who play the game to the best of their ability. no one admires the team that strives to win by cheating.

sport like politics is not about race, it is about ability and dedication. did i mention commitment to excellence? truth and honor achieved on earth echo in eternity.

Nigel   April 25th, 2008 5:12 pm ET

If Obama is the nominee and FL and MI was not included, McCain gets my family..friends and my vote

John k   April 25th, 2008 5:12 pm ET

mmmmmm I read from the world news all the time, that the world have been wantting a way to bring unity and love.
If this has been the true mission of the World leaders.
then Obama is the answer, for he is 50% black and 50% white,
which is the 100% key to Unity
Thank
John K

Debbie   April 25th, 2008 5:11 pm ET

by far the best line from Hilllary and her multi multi millions gained by hook or by crook, deals with foreign Governments, is that Obama is the one who is elitist – is hilarious and those Clinton supporters just lap it up – good lord!
We still don't know about Clinton's library – when is that being looked at again by the media????

LOSING   April 25th, 2008 5:10 pm ET

Democrats are really good at one thing- losing elections...even those that are seemingly in the bag.

We have now spent more money than ever just to beat a really weak republican nominee, with everyone already disgusted with Bush. We should have taken this election without any campaigning and without spending ANY money.

But once again, we are desperately trying to install the nominee with appeal to the radical, ultra-liberal and fringe elements of the party. Such a candidate can not even pull all of the democrats behind him- much less the rest of America.

Now we will Pander to the newbies and the black vote- out of fear of alienating them... and then we are willing to lose the election. Again.

We never learn. This party deserves to DIE.

trellskig   April 25th, 2008 5:09 pm ET

That's right Obama and camp...get it together so we can win in November.

Rob   April 25th, 2008 5:08 pm ET

Sad Madeline, just sad.

Also point people, if you are going to go on racist tirade dont give your full name and your location. Its just stupid. Elementary school should of taught you better

Ikenna   April 25th, 2008 5:08 pm ET

How can anyone call Obama racist, give me one statement that suggested that.

Daniel in Missouri   April 25th, 2008 5:06 pm ET

The comments posted here show just how dumb some American voters are.

1. Obama has wrapped up the nomination. Clinton would have to win every state by a 65/35 split to catch Obama. This is not going to happen.

2. The arguement that Obama is all talk is weak. Do a little research you will see a Harvard Law graduate and a man whose policies are regarded as more viable that Clinton's false rhetoric.

3. Revrend Wright is not Obama, but Clinton has accepted a worse endorsement Scaife.

4. Obama IS more electable than Clinton. The republicans will easily brand her a liar.

5. If you are a Hillary supported and you say will support McCain over Obama, then you are too ill informed to be voting.

Tre   April 25th, 2008 5:04 pm ET

Listen to these Hillary supporters.... Obama is GIVING money to the DNC. If Hillary wins, it's hers. All this whining is only because you dont want to admit that your candidate is sinking. I guess this is what happens when losers lose.

Craig, Seattle, WA   April 25th, 2008 5:04 pm ET

If Hillary is not the nominee, I am likely voting for McCain if he picks a moderate running mate – otherwise I will sit this out. Obama is NOT EXPERIENCED ENOUGH TO LEAD THIS COUNTRY!

Jackie in New York   April 25th, 2008 5:04 pm ET

This is right. Just ignore her. Don't give her so much power. She's a cloud of gnats.

Paul   April 25th, 2008 5:04 pm ET

Hillary is a moderate and the best candidate. She has experience and will fix our economy. She has been always proud to be an American unlike Obama's wife and Pastor.

She knows that people believe out of love for God and others and not out of frustration like Obama said. Hillary respects people's constitutional right to bear arms. Obama thinks that God equals frustration.. ( people dont' believe 'cause they are frustrated , or are we blind sheep to agree with him?

Hillary 08

tom, Boston   April 25th, 2008 5:04 pm ET

yeah!!! let's have some fun poking the fat belly of the blood-thirsty old man and watching the rubbish that gushes out of it!

Orange County   April 25th, 2008 5:03 pm ET

Thank you Obama! Your poor judgements will make our country stronger!

CLINTON '08

Matt   April 25th, 2008 5:03 pm ET

It does not matter what Obama or DNC do. If Hillary is not the nominee, forget about the Democrats. All Hillary supporters should vote for McCain to teach both Obama and DNC a lesson. At least with McCain we know what we are getting. know I will.

sarah   April 25th, 2008 5:03 pm ET

I hope he raises a bunch of money and Hillary ends up winning the nomination. His arrogance is astounding. Once again he is operating on the "If you say it enough, people will believe it" theory.
Not this time jerk. Typical white person who is sick of this closet racist, America hating bigot trying to "hoodwink" the American people.

shawn   April 25th, 2008 5:03 pm ET

I live in Illinois and for all of you who dont know barack obama.. ha ha i do.. the dude is a fraud and if elected you all will find out...

HILLARY "08"

YoYobama   April 25th, 2008 5:03 pm ET

Sold my car for $2,300.00. I will sent a check for $2,300.00 to YoYobama if he can win Florida and Michigan.

Florida and Michigan should do primary elections every month until Obama can win.

It will take a while, of course.

Looking forward to 2012.

Michelle   April 25th, 2008 5:02 pm ET

Obama 08!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

sand   April 25th, 2008 5:02 pm ET

Go Madeline,, I agree with you!!!!!!!!! This Obama person is so full of himself, and I cant believe people would want he and his hateful wife in America's White House...he calls it his White House, hopefully that will never happen. This man and his wife are the most arrogant , hateful candidates I have ever seen. And then all they do is cry and lie. I will never vote for this man and I am a democrate, I will also vote for McCain before I ever push the vote button for an American hater and someone who seems to be so racist...all he stand s for seems to be against America, he wont even wear an american flag pin, he wont honor the pledge of allegance of America..why would anyone think he should be the President of our Wonderful Country.....he is pathetic!!

Josh in Seattle   April 25th, 2008 5:02 pm ET

Obama 08!

The Clinton's are attempting a Bush-esque power grab. America is ready for honesty and change!!

Barack Obama 2008!

NV   April 25th, 2008 5:01 pm ET

As far as people claiming this is "buying the election".
This isn't buying the election. This is standard practice for the front-runner to set up a deal like this with the Party. John McCain did the same thing. Hillary WOULD do the same thing, but she's in the red by roughly 6-9 million dollars, and still has debt from IOWA that was never paid. She's trailing in the delegate count and the popular vote, is broke, and is not bringing new voters into the party.
There is absolutely nothing she has to offer – as any relationship she tries to establish with the DNC would be a 1-way flow of cash and support from the DNC to the Clinton campaign.

James   April 25th, 2008 5:01 pm ET

Hmmm – I have a question: Is Senator Clinton really that experienced? If you actually read and look back on her actual record you will find that in contrast to Senator Obama, she is actually less experienced when it comes to being a legislator. Thus really raising the question: Does she posses the ability to understand the process of law making? (not back door law making) In comparisson to Senator Obama who in which he currently serves as a United States Senator and also served as a state legislator for Illinois before being elected to the U.S. Senate, however no one mentions this. Also, will she really have a chance against Senator John McCain when it comes to arguing experience, the Iraq war or moral character? Where is this long list of experience that she speaks of? Is it her thirty plus years rangling the judicial system or the eight years in the White House as First Lady? Her experience as the First Lady? – and keep in mind that though the position is one of high importance it is a social and protocol position not one of legislative importance – Is the First Lady involved it policy making and if so – why? You know Thomas Jefferson didn't even have a First Lady to help with the social and protocol events at the White House, thus proof that this position in which she touts as part of her experience really is nothing more than a support role to the President in an social/protocol sense and is not needed. Her only legislative experience is that of which she is currently serving and that is serving in the United States Senate for a grand total of 8 years. Hmmm – sounds like to me that this "experience" notion is nothing more than rubbish – once again proving that Senator Clinton has "mis-spoken" again. Seems to me that the only thing that Senator Clinton has proved for experience is her experience at telling lies to the American people. She supports working America? Look back on your history folks – she supported NAFTA – where are are our "Working American" jobs now – oh that's right the Clinton's great NAFTA deal sent those jobs to the Chinese and to other peoples who are willing to work for a dollar a day. So, before you are set and content on Senator Clinton being the greates gift that God's has given to America – I beg you to look over your references and come up with a true consensus for who is the best candidate.

Thanks

Eileen from Portland, Maine   April 25th, 2008 5:00 pm ET

The country is based on fifty states and the process and the nominee should come from the voices of all fifty states. Nothing else is acceptable....................................................................................

Really? ..... What do you think would have happened if Hillary had been able to get the winning number of delegates by Super Tuesday like she had planned? She would have been the nominee and no other primaries or caucuses would have been held. So do you think Hillary would have cared about the rest of the states if she was able to get the number of votes she needed? give me a break!

Allyson   April 25th, 2008 4:59 pm ET

Clinton supporters sound delusional and their arguements are verbatim to the talking heads yapping away on television. When you listen to each of the candidates speak it's clear who is being honest and reasonable; Obama. When Clinton speaks I wonder how many times she practiced the line with that ridiculous fake smike in front of the mirror.

Bitter and voting for Obama   April 25th, 2008 4:59 pm ET

Obama if they steal this from you, forget the DNC, let's form our own party. We will fund your campaign and make you the next president.

joann   April 25th, 2008 4:56 pm ET

Arrogant mother, hope he loses; I vote Hillary and if he wins I vote Mccain; they don't care so why should I. Don't want no black man with a huge chip on his shoulder and the baggage of the Good Reverand Wright and Farrakhan and Ayers (I could go on) but I won't.

Jaden in NC   April 25th, 2008 4:56 pm ET

I think that everyone needs to understand that you have two great candidates but only one will win and it is Obama. Due to the facts regarless of what the others think. He still has the edge in total votes, states, and money. This country is based off of a couple of things and he has both money and people behind him. It is a shame for our country to be in a recession and one of the candidates that is running for the most Powerful positions can't keep her money straight. Just my two cents...hope this helps HRC with the two cents she will need it...

Obama 08'

Paul   April 25th, 2008 4:56 pm ET

However, Obama's book's tittle was inspired by his mentor… hmmmmmmm

That is why;

Hillary will be our President!!!

In the mean time, Obama can take intensive mentoring 102 with Pastor Wright

Harinet   April 25th, 2008 4:56 pm ET

If Hillary is so electable why does Rush Limbaugh promote Republicans to vote Clinton when possible, why has Richard Mellon Scaife of the Pittsburgh Tribune endorsed her, and why has the RNC aired a commercial in North Carolina against Obama concerning Rev. Wright?
Because they are confident they can defeat her and not Obama. Simply put, the Republicans want the easiest opponent to face in November. That opponent seems to be Hillary Clinton in the eyes of the Republican war room. I believe this race would have different face on it if the right was not involved in trying to steer it their way. See the above comment.

jason   April 25th, 2008 4:55 pm ET

Nov. 12 issue of Newsweek Obama syas that nobody is being hard on Clinton this is the race for President in response to a question about the debate being hard on her. Then when ABC gives him a little pressure he whines no more debates they were mean to me. Nice double talk I'm glad to see the new type of politics is sooooooooooo different from the old.

Tre   April 25th, 2008 4:55 pm ET

And since when are blacks racist? I swear this is the most hypocrital crap Ive ever seen. Silver Springs. 50 miles from a regional klan home.

petermas   April 25th, 2008 4:55 pm ET

Well... stats say whites voted split 50/50 and the blacks voted for BO 80-90%. Somebody explain to me how the results are not racially based. After rev. Write interview definitely if Hillary loses the nomination I am going to vote for McCain.

Benjamin   April 25th, 2008 4:55 pm ET

A message for "Go Hill"

I highly doubt that 50% of the democrats would not vote for Sen. Obama but you can be sure that a majority of African-Americans won't vote for another Democrat if Sen. Obama finishes with the most pledged delegates and is robbed of the nomination.

I'd like to see Sen. Clinton win when 90% of African-Americans stay home in November.

smoove   April 25th, 2008 4:55 pm ET

Sharon, and i guess queen Hillary havent done any damage to the DNC

What's real   April 25th, 2008 4:54 pm ET

Hmmm. I just have one real question for te HRC crowd. Where did Mrs. Clinton get her WHITE HOUSE experience? from sittign in on meetings? From running errands? if that is the case then hell why not throw ALL the wives that have come before her into the race.. SHE WAS NEVER PRESIDENT HER HUSBAND WAS! if you want to talk experience then talk about what the respective senators have done for the states they were elected to represent!!! and this goes both ways! Everything else is a joke..

If you are from FL or MI you should be mad at the dem leader in your state for holding the primaries early! the only reason HRC wants to hear your voice is because she is behind in votes. and dont tell me if BO was on the ballot that the numbers would stil be so highly in favor of her. again it's not HRC or OHBs' fault that your votes got brushed..

finally regardless of who gets the Dem nod please I emplore you all vote DEMOCRATIC!!!!! We cannot have another GWB in office!!!!!PLEASE think about it logically EITHER DEM is better than a Bush clone.

Kay   April 25th, 2008 4:53 pm ET

Sharon and her supporters are bitter that Hillary is losing. That is understandable. This is a contest and we all want a Democrat to win the WH. Both candidates are good. Unfortunately, there can be only one Dem nominee. According to the rules, the one with the largest number of delegates wins the nomination (not popular votes as proclained by some in the Party). So, delegates are chosen from all the States through the results of primaries and causcuses according to the Party's rules. If no one reaches the magin number of 2025, the superdelegates come in to vote to make up the number 2025 DELEGATES. The sysem was set up so that what counts is the number of delegates! There should be no bitterness in this. We are all family – Obama or Clinton supporters. After the nomination, let us all rally behind the nominee- Hillary or Obama and see to the success fo the Dem candidate. Any of them is better for the country than McCain. Lets have a broader view of things and see what is good for the country, not women or blacks.We need a CHANGE!

Tre   April 25th, 2008 4:53 pm ET

These Hillary supporters are hilarious. Your candidate is in debt. She cant even contribute to her own party in a constructive way. Neither can her husband. I think it's time to grow up, and the adults run the country.

She will be the first candidate to have to borrow money from her rival to pay back those she frauded. Thats the saddest thing I ever heard.

kriss g   April 25th, 2008 4:51 pm ET

Again. I am impressed with Obama's "presidential" approach to staying above the fray of the tiring bickering and ridiculous media fodder! Simply put. A candidate that has over, and undisputed, 40% of the population not "trusting" her is a definite loss. We need to get on with the general election and move the ship in the right direction.

mitch from ark.   April 25th, 2008 4:51 pm ET

obama's campaign has been extraordinary!again, they are thinking ahead,and planning extensively,for the general election,and the well-being of the party.apparently the clinton's ,are still just trying to stay afloat,financially,and haven't the time,to deal with the 'problems',of the party.

41yr old latino in mn   April 25th, 2008 4:50 pm ET

I think it's very telling that Obama has the majority of younger voters lining up to vote for him while the older crowd is mostly supporting Clinton. Our young adults have grown up adopting the "content of their character" as their measuring tool, not the "color of their skin" like too many of their parents and grandparents still do today. MLK would be proud of this new generation and Obama who eloquently speaks to the best elements and ideals of our country, not to the worst as Clinton repeatedly does.

Wow   April 25th, 2008 4:49 pm ET

Wow, for a lot of you who actually believe a woman will run THIS country is comical. The Republican game plan is working beautifully. It's the Republicans again for 2924 days baby! GET READY!

Derwin Jones   April 25th, 2008 4:49 pm ET

Now that Barack Obama has realized that the petty indignity's trumped up by the Clinton Machine means nothing...Move ahead with an agenda to win back America! From the Bush Cronies...Hillary you fought a good fight although you showed many people how badly you would fight within the Democratic party just for your own sake..Obama supporter's really do believe that you have good intentions for your candidacy, We just don't believe that you have a plan for the majority of Americans in general..So bow out gracefully and so all that you said you have done for the past 35 years..provide solutions for an Obama

TEXAN FOR THE NAKED TRUTH!!!   April 25th, 2008 4:48 pm ET

VERY presumptive of Obama. He shore is gonna be one more sick, boy after the next two elections. Especially when the Florida votes are allowed. If the Florida votes are allowed then Michigan where Obama campaigned to have his people vote for no one will have to be counted also. People especially Obama supporters right along with Obama will be wondering where their I got a dream went. Get real people even if he wins the nomination it will be a total waste of money to think that some of Democrat supporters will vote democrat in Nov. I FOR ONE WILL BE AN INDEPENDENT WHO WILL VOTE FOR JOHN McCAIN. At least I know our country will be protected. With an Obama there is no way one will know which country he will sell out to. HILLARY 08

Tricia in NH   April 25th, 2008 4:48 pm ET

Race is an issue only because the popular media has made it so. I don't really care what color someone is-I care about where they stand on what's important to me. Unfortunatley, alot of people, regardless of there own color, will vote based on that alone. Others wil vote based on gnder alone. This is sad for all Americans. We don't see what's inside someone, only what's on the outside. The basis of most dislike for Hillary is from when she was first lady. She was portrayed then as an independant woman and people didn't like that. She was required, as first lady, to support her husband publicly. As all married women know, we put on a supportive face in public, but when we get home-different story. Noone has looked at Hillary in any other light tha this. Yes, she voted for the war when just about every American wanted revenge for the attacks of 9/11. Was she the only one? No, I think not. On policy and on record, Hillary is the best candidate. She's gotten a bad wrap because of her strength and will. Isn't that what we need in a president? Strength of will? Intelligence? The ability to weigh all consequences to provide the American people with what we need?
I read alot of blogs and the bulk of Obama supporters spew venom towards Hillary. Is it racist? Sexist? Or is it based on what it should be-on a clear comparison of policy, ability, and knowledge of ow to de-Bush America?
I am no racist and am no sexist. I believe that the best person for the job, based on clear comparison, is Hillary.
let's throw the racist and sexist comments out the door and make our ecisions based on what this counry needs. Decide Obama, that's fine if you believe in him. Choose Hillary, and that's fine, to. We are Americans and it is our right to choose who we believe in. Leave the school-yard name calling for something else. or leave it altogether.

Chapman   April 25th, 2008 4:48 pm ET

I Love all the comments about Obama "buying the election".
Did any of you read the letter that Hillary's top donors sent to the DNC??
That is the definition of BRIBERY. They tried to strong arm party leaders in to carrying out their will by threatening to call back donations if they didn't reverse their positions on superdelegates. Like every other crap cannon deployed by the Clintons in this primary it is officially exploding in their faces. They've been wearin it for way too long & now they're startin' to smell bad from it. Sen. Obama is showing himself to be ready well before day one.

Tina Garrett   April 25th, 2008 4:48 pm ET

That's right Sally:

I'm a 34-year-old, daughter of a Marine (HURAH!), wife of a fire fighter, illustrator for Christian publications, and an OBAMA Delegate for my township in Missouri!

Thank God for Barack Obama.

REPLY to BOOMER   April 25th, 2008 4:48 pm ET

Boomer:
Thanks for saying this. I hear all these negative things from both candidate supporters and honestly it just gets me upset! I’m a Hillary supporter, and every time I hear people speak negatively it just makes my blood boil. We are tearing each other up and we are supposed to be in the same team. I have said I would vote for either candidate that gets the nomination, but everyone needs to stop all this negativity.

OBAMA SUPPORTERS something for you to think about: you say your candidate is all honesty and no negativity then lead by his example…….STOP BEING SO NEGATIVE YOURSELF!!!

wd in calgary   April 25th, 2008 4:47 pm ET

No really... the more I read from the pro-Clinton entries the more I see the underlying racism in the US bubble to the surface. I am really disappointed in the great Amreican ismness. In this election ageism and sexism are apparent, yet both pail in comparison to racism. Can you guys give your racists heads a shake already? – Gawd!

tomdavie   April 25th, 2008 4:47 pm ET

lol at Sally who claims she is a (place perfect Mc Cain demograph here) is a PRO LIFE elder latino, but she BLOGGS ALL DAY and supports Obama.

LOL.

Yeah. Sure. You are no doubt a 20 year old posing as a perfect mc cain supporter.

This kind of NONSENSE cracks me up.

Stevo in PA   April 25th, 2008 4:46 pm ET

Indiana we need you. Vote Obama. A fellow Democrate.

Jim, Indiana   April 25th, 2008 4:45 pm ET

Pretentious to say the least! But after all his whole campaign has been about dillusions!

Go Hillary!!! You can win it all!!!

Stevo in PA   April 25th, 2008 4:45 pm ET

Help the Party Barak.

The last I heard Clinton doesn't want to spend all those millions on a revote in Florida or Michigan. C'mon, the Clinton's can afford it, but they want Barak to pay for it. In all fairness Clinton and Barak can split the tab but Clinton must put her half up front first. Now you Floridains go get her half and Barak will match it.

You folk in Florida better wake up. The Clintons got the money for a new election. However, they really don't want to pay for your revote.

mark OH   April 25th, 2008 4:45 pm ET

$100 dollar a month to change America, wow lets all support OBAMA 08

wd in calgary   April 25th, 2008 4:44 pm ET

Well, there's some leadership for you. Howard Dean and Hillary Clinton like to be the boss but are both sadly inadequate and self-obsessed. So, like a president-worthy leader would naturally do, Obama is being a decisive, composed leader, and moving forward while the children doddle around in the back yard and argue over who's the bigger racists.

tom   April 25th, 2008 4:44 pm ET

A lot of nasty stuff out there. Politics really is Blood Sport. It brings out the worst in some of us. It reminds me of Soccer fans in some parts of the world. I hope we can all be friends after the dust has settled in November. No matter who wins this country has a lot of coming together to do.

What I cannot understand is why many Clinton supporters say they would vote for McCain instead of Obama should Obama be the Democratic Party nominee. I guess it could be true the other way around.

Is their a rational basis for this?

Anyone please explain

orlando   April 25th, 2008 4:44 pm ET

It will not help to have an impeached president Clinton back in the white house. Hillary is a dishonnest person. She makes false statements openly without shame. It is time for the United State for get a break from the Bush/Clinton fight for power.

robb   April 25th, 2008 4:44 pm ET

Has the DNC picked its nominee?

max   April 25th, 2008 4:43 pm ET

All you Obama haters..... To the left to the left We are democrats and we choose Obama what dont you understand about this...Did you see Courics piece on his office, he has the the young and gifted this is the 21st century lets turn the page please...... I am 60 Obama and the young people can lead us and bring us back together and we will all prosper and unite..

Peter   April 25th, 2008 4:42 pm ET

To Obama supporters what kind leadership you are talking about?.
What this guy did to all of you
One speech in 2002 I was against the war, ( lots of us are against war in general)
A second speech trying to explain and excuse rev. Wright with his statements.
White people voting for Him proved that is not a matter of race.
Bill Clinton, great President his 8 years term were not badly for America. Clinton and Ms. Ferraro statements were just based on facts 90% of African-American voted for Obama.
Hillary is the most qualified and prepared, and being in the W.H is a lot of experience.
Hillary 08

mark OH   April 25th, 2008 4:42 pm ET

What a great move, go OBAMA 08, we love you and trust you.

sally/cindy - two white seniors/Canada   April 25th, 2008 4:42 pm ET

Pennsylvanians – instead of getting rid of HRC for good – you voted for a liar (Bosnia). BO mangled his words (bitter remarks) but at least he did not lie.

HRC will be another liar in the White House (just like Bush) and Bill will be with bedding every female in sight.

Indiana – make sure you vote for the honest/moral person in the Democratic Election. VOTE FOR BARACK!!!!

Mips   April 25th, 2008 4:41 pm ET

This is a correct step no matter who wins the nomination because it shows that Obama cares about the party winning in November. It also nicely combats idea that Obama is not ready. It is also hilarious that Hillary spouts some nonsense about Obama only giving speeches, seeing as though she makes this statement in a "speech" herself. Is she the only one who is allowed to make speeches?

For the democrats who would not support Obama in the general election. Would you consider saying why you won't? And please include specifics.

Enyanla   April 25th, 2008 4:41 pm ET

I think it is interesting that some poeple believe Obama has the built in advantage. LOL. Clinton came in with decades of free media coverge, sailing on the coat tails of her husband's legacy. She had a name recognition factor that no amount of money can buy!

THe other fact is that she has take a great deal of money from lobbyists. This will help to pave the way for her from special interest groups pulling for her behind the scenes. While Obama has not taken money from special interests (maybe a few employees of big companies, but not from the companies themeselves).

This means that the special interest groups will be working extra hard to keep him out of office! People who think that Washington is a democracy right now has their blinders on. Change needs to happen there in order for real constructive work to take place, and right now, Obama is in the only real position to offer that change because he is backed soley by the PEOPLE and not by special interests. He has the freedom to be bold where Hillary will be tied dow by heavy purse strings.

These big companies KNOW this. I would not be surprised if they are influencing the media in propogating all these silly attacks directed at Obama. Like "Why doesn't he wear a lapel in?". Who the *@!!88!***! cares! Distractions, distractions....

Hildegarde Schildgen   April 25th, 2008 4:40 pm ET

I'll nevere vote for clinton, and I'll not vote for mccain. Nader looks good to me at this time. Keep stalling DNC and you will lose all young voters and split the democratic party.

June W   April 25th, 2008 4:40 pm ET

Good on you Barack....Just keep looking ahead to your Inauguration and let her keep on deluding herself. Let's see if we can get her to understand Populartity= donations, donations = campaign funds, campaign funds = advertising budget. I think she should quit reminding people that you are able to outspend her, they might start making the "popularity "coinnection. At least you've taught her that lesson and now she's copying from your fundraising handbook. What a compliment that is to you since "imitation is the sincerest form of flattery." When this is over and she's working on your General Election Campaign as she said she would, she'll have this fundraising thing down pat. Of course, that could just be another "mis speak."

A.J.   April 25th, 2008 4:39 pm ET

I love this move, as someone who is currently studying politics in college, I realize that Barack Obama is going to be the the Democratic nominee for President of the United States, its been locked up for a long time now, he has locked up a victory in states won, he can't be caught in that, as far as delegates, Clinton needs to win 70% in the remaining primaries to even come close, and thats not going to happen considering shes going to lose North Carolina, she's going to lose Montana, South Dakota, and Oregon. Obama has entered Indiana, not down by 20 points in the polls, but rather up 5 points, and we've seen in the past wherever he goes when he's up in the polls or in a statistical deadlock, he wins. So yes, Clinton may win Kentucky, and West Virgina, but the Democratic Party cannot count on those states to be theres to win in the Fall. Plain and simple English IT"S OVER! I'm sorry to those who support Clinton, but as an Independent I see that Obama will be the nominee, and the Democratic Party is going to come together in the General Election and give John McCain an great battle and I think Obama will sneak out a close win over McCain, and we will move on from there. I urge Clinton supporters to do whats best for their party, and not allow this silliness to continue.

boniface   April 25th, 2008 4:38 pm ET

Stay positive Obama i know only one thing if you are positive you are positive no matter how negative the negatives get, back to thebasics hope, reconciliation and unity, and a positive attitude in all always that is your legacy and who cares what other peoples' legacy is if you win, the DNC benefits from your funds if you lose the same thing too, peace i

Kathy   April 25th, 2008 4:37 pm ET

Good for you Barack, showing good leadership and Presidential character. I think Obama should debate Hillary in N.C. During the debate, he should question her on her and Bill's involvement with Peter Paul, and bring up Governor Ed Rendell's involvement as well. Explain to the American people why those who have worked in the Clinton's cabinet who still have there integrety intact keep defecting to Obama.

Zoe   April 25th, 2008 4:37 pm ET

Oh my God NoBama trying to recover from his Big lost
No way
You should stop fooling us
Please stop
Go home and enjoy the weather of spring
Stop fooling our young kids

Terry Frakes   April 25th, 2008 4:37 pm ET

why are all of you Obama supporters so sure of yourselves? Doesnt the fact that this man has so many of our alli countries supporting him have you disturbed? Read the articles that are out there. You think he is so great because he makes you believe he isnt part of the old politics. There is absolutely nothing successful that is based on this hypocritical politician. We know nothing about him, his past debate, he was extremely nervous when asked about all the corrupt politicians, he has lied over and over and over about his involvement with these people, but yet you all seem so impressed with him. You supporters have alot of homework to do.

R.O.B.   April 25th, 2008 4:37 pm ET

Yeah yeah, we see how this is going. HRC is delusional. She's still going to be saying she's the best candidate for president in 2010 when Obama is in his second year as President. Hillary is Hillarious.

OBAMA '08

Deb, IN   April 25th, 2008 4:37 pm ET

There's one problem with this 50 State voter registration program....no wait there's two problems FL and MI. Obama has screwed himself for the General Election and I am lovin it! Obama CAN'T win the General Election without these states it's impossible.

Cyndi from Alabama   April 25th, 2008 4:37 pm ET

READ THAT ARTICLE AGAIN>FUNNY HOW OBAMA BACKERS JUST DON"T GET IT. ITS IN ENGLISH.....OBAMA AND CLINTON ARE IN TALKS AND THAT MEANS BOTH.. LIKE OBAMA YOU WANIT TO BE WHAT YOU WANT IT TO BE.

Kristyn   April 25th, 2008 4:37 pm ET

I was a supporter of Hillary at first. She really disappoints me.I feel as though she will do anything to win ..ANYTHING. So this is more abou power for her then what is right for this country. I will support the dmocratic nominee but I do hope that it is not her. She has gotten to nasty.

Sean   April 25th, 2008 4:37 pm ET

Finally somebody is actually doing something good for the party. We need to repair the damage after we get a nominee, hopefully this thing ends soon so we can win in '08. This really makes me move my vote to Obama because I want to get organized already, niether will close this thing out but at least Obama is close. If Hillary has her way we will be cutting each others throats until august and probabaly till Novemeber no matter who wins at the convention. We should rally around Obama very soon, Hillary has had several oppertunities to win and she failed so lets just give it to the winner already.

REPLY to : JAN from BOCA RATON   April 25th, 2008 4:36 pm ET

TO: Jan from Boca Raton

It's hard not to be presumptions in this race when he is winning about 89% of the black vote. Sadly some people do just vote based on color. I have 3 African American co-workers that voted for him b/c: and i quote, "i like Hillary, but he is black". These are smart educated people, but they said that was there reason for voting for Obama. Now I’m not saying all people voted that way, but if you look at the stats it does make you wonder. I like both candidates, but I did my research and there are some policies I am for that one of candidates does not support so that’s how I determined my vote.

mama4obama   April 25th, 2008 4:36 pm ET

Trisha....Sharon..

he is dismissive of Hillary's type....you know the lowballing, lying, cheating, self-serving, backstabbing, mudslinging type that will stop at nothing to get what she thinks belongs to her.

This has nothing to do with you being a woman....as much as you want that to be the case.....

sam haffa   April 25th, 2008 4:36 pm ET

April 25th, 2008 3:20 pm ET

Sen. Obama = Leadership
Sen. Obama = Vision
Sen. Obama = Hope
Sen. Obama = Inspiration
Sen. Obama = Dialogue
Sen. Obama = Dignity
Sen. Obama = Integrity

Sen Obama = What the country needs.

Thank you Sen Clinton for your service to the country and your desire to serve us further as President, but that will not be necessary. God bless you and your campaign. You helped make Sen. Obama a stronger and tougher candidate. I know we all have you and your supporters on board now to help change the course of the last 8 years of tyranny and deception and greed for a few.

Joseph in PA

Spoken like a real gentleman Jo

The Ferm   April 25th, 2008 4:36 pm ET

Hold Your Emotions and Use Your Noggens!

For those who say the BO campaign is getting ahead of itself, read this article carefully. It states the DNC has had similar discussions with HRC's campaign as well (no deal reached). Do not be fooled by the article's title. If HRC was ahead, she would have already come to an agreement.

Atlanta, GA   April 25th, 2008 4:36 pm ET

After serving in the U.S. Army and being deployed with all races, its very hard to come back and see how racist the country you fight and die for is. If you are a Democrat, you should fight hard for the person you feel would be the best President. But if they are beating, you should put your support behind someone with the same or close to the same views your candidate has. After reading some of the posts on here, it makes me really think about why I would give my life for someone like you. But i serve my country so they can have the freedom to say some of the dumb stuff that comes out of there mouth. I love my country. But I really think some of you don't.

Paul   April 25th, 2008 4:34 pm ET

He's not racist. He is experienced. He can win November. And he is the frontrunner in a primary that's running out of time for Hillary to catch up. He's right to look toward November and a run against McCain.

Call_it_like_it_is   April 25th, 2008 4:33 pm ET

From what I am seeing by the folks that are saying Hillary or McCain....the only conclusion I can come up with is that: YOU GUYS ARE RACISTS. There is no other reson to vote for McCain if Hillarry Loses.

OBAMA/Clinton 08

What's best for the country   April 25th, 2008 4:33 pm ET

This is a new age for politicians. Even McCain is not your average R, you have to admit. The old HRC style is not convincing the population any more. McCain + Obama is the best selection the two party system has ever given us! Let's give a big cheer for non-extremism!

Rena   April 25th, 2008 4:33 pm ET

Diane and Sharon,

Why don't you both just spell it out loud; both of you are just racist pigs. There's nothing this man has done to make you not like him but unify this country. So it is very obvious that you both have broken homes because you nothing about unification and you live off of lies and hate. For you to connect so strongly with HIllary you all share the same trait. Who cares if you don't vote for Obama. I just hate the fact that people like you who are a bunch of racist pigs will benefit from this man and his blessings when he become President. You deserve someone like McCain who will break your finances so bad you'll be begging for God to put any color in office. Hillary don't care anything about you and know one else; this race is totally about her own selfish gain. She want win there's not enough old people for her to ride on like her husband rode on the Africian Americans in 1990. They both are LOSERS.

Sally   April 25th, 2008 4:33 pm ET

A Hispanic Catholic Pro-Lifer, woman over 50 and unemployed having voted Republican for over 30 years now planning to vote for Obama. Excited about having Obama for President!!! YES YOU CAN!!!

Elizabeth M   April 25th, 2008 4:32 pm ET

This is my whole point, he hasn't been nominated yet and they are making plans. That is like saying, I don't care what anyone says or does, I am it, it is owed to me. He has way too much baggage, we will lose the general election. McCain has already pointed out that "Senator Obama is favored by Hamas I think people can make judgments accordingly. I would actually like more information on this one.

Gal   April 25th, 2008 4:32 pm ET

Wow some people just don't get it, makes me wonder if they read the article or just the title. THEY OFFERED A DEAL TO HILLARY AS WELL....they have not came to an agreement. Talk about paranoid! No wonder people believe half the crap out there, they are only paying attention to headlines. I wonder if you say Hillary won the presidency tomorrow how many would believe it. Sad.

me   April 25th, 2008 4:32 pm ET

TO: Maggie,

It's hard not to be presumptions in this race when he is winning about 89% of the black vote. Sadly some people do just vote based on color. I have 3 African American co-workers that voted for him b/c: and i quote, "i like Hillary, but he is black". These are smart educated people, but they said that was there reason for voting for Obama. Now I’m not saying all people voted that way, but if you look at the stats it does make you wonder. I like both candidates, but I did my research and there are some policies I am for that one of candidates does not support so that’s how I determined my vote.

Drew   April 25th, 2008 4:32 pm ET

Also the DNC would like to RAISE money.

Not lose it all, hence not partnered up with HRC's campaign.

HRC's recent attempt at getting money in smaller amounts is "elitist" thinking. She ignored the common man for too long.

In a time of resession (not aided by NAFTA, or the war she voted for after not looking over the reports, her own admission), people have less money to give.

But Obama's campaign is on pace to recieve 1.5 million individual donors before May 6. In a time when people have little spare money, they are giving it to a candidate they beleive in. In not one of BO's many victory speeches, has he asked for money. It was the second line out of HRC's mouth after PA.

TJ ARO   April 25th, 2008 4:31 pm ET

I dont think all HRC supporters understand what is going on.. She can never be the nominee, the Super Delegate knows, GOP know, and HRC knows herself too. She just has a big ego, and the fact that the media kept saying the clitons to lose. Accept this and wait for the next election after Obama completes his good work in his first term. Obama good job for the forward thinking

** for HRC supporter that wont vote for Obama, you better have a second thought, cos this is the only option you have to get the country out from the mess she is in..

Tiffany   April 25th, 2008 4:31 pm ET

This is exactly the direction the Obama team needs to be going.

Please explaine to me how HRC can win? My calculator is not adding it up. If she wins, it will only be becasue she played dirty closed door politics, and it will leave a divide in the Dem party and will alienate the groves of newly registered voters, not to mention regular people like me who have followed from the beginning and watched HRC's dirty tactics. HRC is like the Tonya Harding of the presidential candidates this year.

Tiff from ILLINOIS

Farren Ballanst   April 25th, 2008 4:31 pm ET

McCain is a lowlife sleazeball. Anyone who who vote for him is an idiot.

Anyone-but-McKeating '08

George   April 25th, 2008 4:29 pm ET

Hillary's boat is siniking now. can anyone tell me how she is going to close the gap of 150 more delegates? Hillary supporters have no mind.

Zoe   April 25th, 2008 4:29 pm ET

Oh my God NoBama trying to recover from his Big lost
No way
You should stop fooling us
Please stop
Go home and enjoy the weather of spring
Stop fooling our young kids

Oscar   April 25th, 2008 4:29 pm ET

The more I hear and read about the candidates for the 2008 election, the more convinced i am that my dog should run for president.

Jackie   April 25th, 2008 4:29 pm ET

Received a request for contribution to the DNC for the General Election. My answer was simple.....no money until you count my vote in Florida.
Voters should not be disenfranchised because of silly political rules. Get over it and count our votes. Obama has been a stumbling block for revotes in FL and MI, even though money was provided.
So, what's your guess on the Dems winning Florida this year? It could have been ours....

smoove   April 25th, 2008 4:28 pm ET

Way to go Alfredo, U must come from a line of slave owners

100% DEMOCRAT   April 25th, 2008 4:28 pm ET

I will be voting for either Obama OR Hillary. If I could conbine their strenths into one person I would, but I can't. The bottom line is, our country needs to be prosporous once again. My neighbors and co-workers are losing their jobs, my home isn't worth what it once did and I almost lost my job last week do to cut-backs. FELLOW DEMOCRATS AND ALL AMERICANS, PLEASE PUT YOUR DIFFERENCES ASIDE AND VOTE FOR OUR PARTY. The insanity needs to end.

Jim - Philadelphia   April 25th, 2008 4:27 pm ET

Hillary's campaign could do this too if people would donate some cash to her campaign. Unfortunately she repels more people that she attracts. She can't keep herself out of bankruptcy much less share it with the DNC. This shows who's ahead of the game.

OBAMA 08!

NC Primary MY TURN!   April 25th, 2008 4:27 pm ET

Clinton played the race card because he knew it would work with the Clinton BIGOTS. So easy to scare white folks away from voting for a black man. Look in the mirror folks. I am a white man and I have taken a look. There is no reason for this mean spirited attack on Obama other than you are following your foolish leader who has made no attempt at reconciliation with one of the most important and loyal groups of the party.
FOOLS!

Mike   April 25th, 2008 4:26 pm ET

Sharon,
He does bring unity, clinton does the opposite.
The Clintons ARE racists.
Clinton is the MOST negative.
She deserves to be snubbed.
She IS secretive, untrustworthy, divisive, status-quo and she can not make changes in Washington.
She enjoys lying.

Do you see an obvious pattern here? Sharon? Do you? Your nominee borders on being mentally unstable . . .and not fit for any public office !

abuwadha   April 25th, 2008 4:26 pm ET

That's right Obama! You have an election to win! You don't have time to bicker with Hillary and waste valuable time. she keeps focusing on the negative, and the American people are concerned with issues and not gossip! Proceed on with your campaign, because you have my vote

Tricia in NH   April 25th, 2008 4:25 pm ET

If Hillary only got this far by name regocnition, then, by that reasoning, Obama only got this far because he's black and has a unique name.

darren   April 25th, 2008 4:25 pm ET

SHARON STOP WHINING....you're supporting a candidate who would lie about the smallest thing to look good? r u serious....r u not worried about why she has to pad her resume with lies? do u not see what is going on? ure so delusional its funny.

added to that how CAN HILLARY CLAIM OBAMA IS DISREGARDING VOTES WHEN SHE AGREED TO NOT COUNT THEM? WHEN SHE MADE THIS DECISION TO NOT COUNT THEM WASN'T SHE TAKING AWAY THESE PEOPLE'S VOICE ALSO???

SHE WANTS TO CHANGE THE RULES...THIS WOMAN IS RIDICULOUS!!!

Dennis in IA   April 25th, 2008 4:24 pm ET

Go Obama! Clinton and her surrogates could not add 2+2. How are the given credit for winning more of the public votes when adding in MI and FL when she and her people agreed not to participate and not to campaign in both states! I agree that the delegates should be seated 50-50 because both Barack and Hillary supported the Democratic Committee rules 1 year ago and then because she is behind and the presidency is now out of her grasp can she "break the rules" time after time to fit her needs. Barack we will support you and the party – Hillary and her people need to get a wake up call and support the will of the people. I hope that the super delegates are now going to join the Obamatrain to the White House – get on board now or get left at the depot!

Disappointed   April 25th, 2008 4:24 pm ET

I would like to know if the media considers Hillary Clinton fully vetted at this time. Certainly her old baggage has been dealt with extensively. How about the new "issues"? Since the media is considering themselves the authority of record on political candidates let's here something about that. We deserve to have all of our candidates vetted in public before we make a decision.

Marcus,Charlotte,NC   April 25th, 2008 4:24 pm ET

I know Obama going to win, because their has to be a change in Washington. When the Clinton family was in the white house they had a chance to do something, but they never did. How can people blame Obama about the comment his former Pastor Rev. Wright said, but when you talk about religion people don't say anything about Catholic when they rape kids, and don't say anything about it. I hope the U.S can come together, and change Washington

Vince   April 25th, 2008 4:24 pm ET

To all you Florida and Michigan voters: I know you are smarter than all this. Please consider stepping back and taking a fresh look at things. It is not any candidates fault for what happened. If you need to blame someone blame the ones who caused the rule violation Sen. Carl Levin and Gov. Jennifer Granholm. They were told what would happen in advance and chose to violate the rules anyway. So what happened next. Obama, Edwards and Biden followed DNC protocol and removed their names from the ballot. Hillary and Dodd violated it and left their names on. That is a strike against her off the bat in my book. Who cares becasue the DNC said it would not count so it wont matter either way and Clinton and Obama both agreed to this. Hillary was ok with it because she thought she was going to win in a cakewalk anyway. Well low and behold she starts getting spanked and ALL OF THE SUDDEN she is up in arms over the poor treatment of the FLA and Mich voters. She does not really care about you one bit and never did except if it helps her. If you think Hillary cares about whether your vote counts ask yourself one question and answer it honestly. If the tables were turned and Obama stood to gain by counting FLA and MI as they originally voted do you think she would be fighing for your votes to count then? I think you are all smart enough to figure out what she is really about. FYI: the primaries in these two states were not done properly. If Obama campaigned in these states the totals would have been very different. Nobody can argue with that so you cannot simply take the votes as they were. A revote was a reasonable solution and Obama was all for this. The only other solution was an even split which Obama was also for. Do not believe the Clinton spin because she will say and do anything that will benefit her no matter who gets hurt in the process. It honestly makes me ill to think about the way she has played so many people in this country especially those in NH, Fla, Mich, Tx, Ohio, and Penn. Her antics relating especially to the people in these states and the peoples puppet like reactions to her lies really makes us look foolish to the world.

ESC   April 25th, 2008 4:24 pm ET

Barack is as steadfast Abraham Lincoln, Cesar Chavez and Martin Luther King. They are willing to sacrifice everything for the good of the people. The issues Obama faces are with the multibillion dollars corporation. These companies are not for the people, as a result they will use whatever means necessary to shut Barack up. Barack need the support of the entire nation to make us more prosperous and to eradicate poverty and racism.

toch from germany   April 25th, 2008 4:23 pm ET

THIS IS WHAT MAKES HIM A WORLD LEADER
GO OBAMA MAY GOD BE WITH YOU AND THE WHOLE WORLD AMEN :

Jimmy-South Carolina   April 25th, 2008 4:23 pm ET

Well its obvious he is going to get the nomination so why not??? I dont understand why people keep supporting her knowing that she is destroying the democratic party!!!! I for one voted for her but so glad she is out( just a matter of time ) ! Do you honestly think we would be better off with McCain? Thats what you are saying by supporting her!

Debra Austin, Texas   April 25th, 2008 4:23 pm ET

Sharon, go back to your knitting club for Hillary. Maybe she will finally want to back some cookies like the typical Washington wife does. She's not going to need to be fundraising, that's for sure.

SAPHIR   April 25th, 2008 4:23 pm ET

Jane i think you are dreaming they both have long ways to go Specially your Obama .

HE WILL NOT WIN PEOPLE MARK MY WORD THERE IS TOO MANY THINGS GOING ON WITH THIS MAN HIS WIFE HIS PASTER IT IS VERY HARD TO TRUST HIM WHO KNOWS

Debra, MO   April 25th, 2008 4:22 pm ET

@ Susan from Missouri. You forgot Missouri already picked Obama.LMAO!!!

buy the nomination   April 25th, 2008 4:22 pm ET

so now hes paying the Dnc for his nomination.

by the way the CLinton camp already has funds for the general election. Not an issue thanks

clinton/mccain 08

Chris, Southern Ohio   April 25th, 2008 4:22 pm ET

Just one Comment... GROW UP!!! If racism and ignorance continue to impact our way of life, this way of life would surely perish.... We need unity to enact change

DEMOCRATS 08

George   April 25th, 2008 4:22 pm ET

As a registered republican who is disappointed at the Republican Party, I have to say that I am going to change party this election circle and vote for Senator Obama for president this Fall.

He is arguably the better candidate to take on John McCaink, "My Friends". LOL.

By the way, I just donated $50 to the Obama Campaign this week.

Way to Go Obama!!

Ryan   April 25th, 2008 4:22 pm ET

I love how Hillary supporters keep saying that Obama is not electable. If Hillary is so much more electable than Obama, why is she losing to him?

Drew   April 25th, 2008 4:22 pm ET

SHARON,

Some answers

(you're likable enough, Hillary…snubs her at the state of the union, calls her secretive, untrustworthy, divisive, status-quo, claims SHE'S unable to make changes in washington, ..etc…)

Its not Obama, American's polled across the country state she is not trustworthy (59%). PA exit polls had even voters that cast the ballot for her even said that she was negative and that Obama would likely get the nomination (61%)

( yet has his lawyers and lobbyist stop revotes in MI and FL (someone PLEASE tell me where in our Constitution does it say that any entity has the right to tell 2.5 million Americans that their votes don't count!)

If you voted for Undecided in Mich, how do you spilt that vote for Obama since Edwards was in the race. Only 2.5 million in MI and FL or grossly under the normal vote. Most voters stayed home becuse they knew the votes would not be counted. Check the last primary elections, 2.5 millions votes would have been half the total ineach state. Also how do you keep out the voters that cast ballots for Republicans for voting again in either-redo? Especially since now the GOP has a nominee, they could vote again and skew the results.

(can't debate well)
The only debat Obama did poorly on was the last one, and it wasn't about issues, mostly gossip.

(constantly insults the ONLY SUCCESSFUL democratic president we've had in DECADES)
Bill Clinton cost this countries tack payers millions of dollars because he lied about that affair. Money I sure wish this country has now. But that wasn't Obama's work. WJC made his own bed. I applaud BO for not slamming the Clinton Presidency for this. NAFTA was a bad deal that should be blamed on CLinton. Its why somem of our jobs are exported to Mexico.

….gets 90% of the black vote, nothing is said, yet Hillary's white voters must be racist
When the MAJORITY uses skin color against the MINORITY it is racism that hurts. Bill Clinton calling BO's campaign a Fanstasy didn't help the Clinton Name. Over 60 white women voting against Obama soley because he is black (20% claimed this in exit polling) is racism.

Did that clear it up for you sweetheart.

JRay   April 25th, 2008 4:21 pm ET

This is a demonstration of staying focused on the main goal and that is to win the white house. Whether it is Obama or Hillary that is what the focus for all Dems should be. We need to stop fighting each other pick a candidate (OBAMA) and ride the wave into the white house. I think this is something both Obama and Hillary supporter should agree on.

Obadiah( Minnesota)   April 25th, 2008 4:21 pm ET

I have to respond to SHARON, from every comment you've posted, I can conclude that you habor alot of ignorance. First, there is no way Hillary can win this nomination, secondly its African-Americans are voting for Obama because he is a good canditate and you've to also realise that white people also are voting for Obama. Hillary supporter vote for her because they are loyalt to the Clinton's family, certainly most of Hillary supporters are afraid to disappoint the family and they're willing to stick to the family with no apparent reason. Obama and Hillary policies are similar, but Obama has prove over and over again that he is a decent guy, someone you can relate with. If we put Obama to white house its will be undisputable that even our own kids can get there, if we put Hillary it will clearly look like the throne belong to certain families. Hillary has fail over and over again! How did Obama end up with more delegetes, more states won and more popular votes? Hillary started th Campaign with the biggest name in America!!!! Obama has more chance of beating Mccain than Hillary, face it, he has beaten her, what make's him unelecteble? Remember it is the same people who voted in primaries that are going to vote in general election.
Abou the Michigan and FL, we all know that they said it's not gonna count, what has changed now? Obama has always come from behind and almost beat clinton, in CA, PA, TX,OH, there is not primary so far that Hillary has come from behind. Please use your head and don't ashame our dear educated state of 10,000 lake, Minnesota

buy the nomination   April 25th, 2008 4:21 pm ET

so now hes paying the Dnc for his nomination.

clinton/mccain 08

Tut Chol   April 25th, 2008 4:20 pm ET

United we stand, divided we fail.

TOM   April 25th, 2008 4:20 pm ET

GO OBAMA GO. IT IS ENOUGH FOR YOU TO SEE THAT YOU ARE THE WINNER. WE LOVE YOU. BRING THE CHANGE WE NEED AND LEAVE THE RED ACCOUNT HOLDERS.

OBAMA FOR 2008

Annick, New York   April 25th, 2008 4:19 pm ET

Indeed KG. There is no way Barack Obama can make it at the general election. Much too controversial and limited in his appeal, black Americans, young voters (mostly unliable) ect., his admitted problem with seniors and the poors that he does not seem to be able/ want to identify with, as understantly it took him so much work to become part of the elite. Well, let's see what does that leave him with .... Unfortunately for him, the poors and the seniors are a majority that he can't just ignore. Hillary's appeal is much wider and she is the one who should win the nomination despite all the hype that has been bestowed upon what is really just "a new kid on the block".

GH   April 25th, 2008 4:19 pm ET

Go Hillary! You are the bestest candidade! We won't ;let those black racists beat us! I gave you all the money I have in my bank so you can win. I only want her cus shes a woman. Woman take care of things better than men! Obama spread those lioes about the sniper fire! You Go Girl!

old white lady   April 25th, 2008 4:19 pm ET

love for Obama. We can't just help ourselves! We love you Obama

Joe   April 25th, 2008 4:19 pm ET

Face it, whether you like Hillary or Obama, the math says that Obama is going to win. As the former front runner, Hillary should have never fell so far behind if she really wanted to win. She should surrender and back Obama already.

NC Primary MY TURN!   April 25th, 2008 4:19 pm ET

You Clinton supporters are something else. Do you honestly believe she could win the general after her nasty way of grabbing the nomination from Obama? Do you honestly believe the republicans wont have a field day with talking about Lewinski and the other scandals of the Clinton days? Do you honestly think she will get the most reliable part of the Dem party to vote for her?? You have got to be kidding me. Look in the mirror and question whether you are a bigot. I think you ARE!

Rich   April 25th, 2008 4:18 pm ET

It will be Obama – McCain for the General

We need to come together as Democrats to ensure that our PARTY get the White House in November... I dont really think there are Hillary people out there that will do something as stupid as not voting democratic or not voting at all this November because they are so upset that they didnt win the Primary... I would vote for Hillary if she won the Nomination... Because I can set aside the harsh feelings if BO didnt win.

So if you dont vote or vote republican then only you would be to blame for continuing this war that is draining our hard earned tax money away from our schools, highways, etc...
Only you would be to blame for the continued tax policies that favor the wealthy...

So think with your brain before your heart!

Abdi Mursal   April 25th, 2008 4:18 pm ET

I am not a Democrat but always voted for Demrats and I am very unhappy the way many powerfull elected Demorats are trying to throw Sen. Clinton off the cliff.I don't understand why they simply can't let the process take it's course.I have a feeling that kenedys,Richardson and Leahy and their likes are givng Mcain this election.

CGB (Jamaica)   April 25th, 2008 4:17 pm ET

Go Barack – Its clear you are a visionary leader.

There is no need to fight a war with Hillary that has already been won.

OBAMA ALL THE WAY!!!! "08"

Rob   April 25th, 2008 4:17 pm ET

Do you Obama. Hillary is a non factor and after you crush her in IND and NC this whole conversation will be a moot point.

And to the Hillary Supporters at this stage of the game I could care less if you support Obama or not. You people are the most vile and evil group I've ever seen. Every positive blog about Obama her you come spitting your venom to his supports and you think for second we will support her if she steals this cause thats exactly what she would be doing..STEALING THIS ELECTION. Nobody loses12 straight and still thinks the majority of the country wants them. the country is starting to show its true colors..some of you had no intention what so ever to vote for Obama cause of one thing and one thing only ..He's black. at least 10 percent of the population in PA had the balls to admit it. All this undercover racism aka Blue Collar Workers and Roman Catholics is disgusting.

Ali   April 25th, 2008 4:16 pm ET

Great leadership Senator Obama- keep it up! Nice to see your committment and concern for the DEMOCRATIC PARTY!

laurie   April 25th, 2008 4:16 pm ET

Oh for goodness sake Sharon! If having a woman in the white house is more important to you than integrity and leadership, its no wonder this county is in the shape it is. Is that what you teach your children if you have any? Hillary is just in this for power...nothing else. She will forget you the minute she is elected..which I hope never happens.

CLINGING TO MY GUN AND BIBLE   April 25th, 2008 4:16 pm ET

Why is that AMERICA has the greatest issue with race? Of all the countries in the world, America falls short yet asks others to follow in our footsteps. Shouldn't we lead by example?

your breath stinks   April 25th, 2008 4:16 pm ET

Jan from boca raton..... are you mad the hag is done?

ostriches burying our heads in the sand   April 25th, 2008 4:16 pm ET

This is why he has run such an efficient and incredible campaign!! Because of his proactive approach and sound planning....We need this kind of efficiency in the White House!

Tricia in NH   April 25th, 2008 4:15 pm ET

Thank you Sharon! I agree with you completely. There is such a double standard because of not only the color of his skin, but also by his gender. Much as our society downplays gender bias, it's clearly evident in the Hill-bashing that goes on, the way BO is so dismissive of Hillary, and the way ever little comment of hers is twisted and turned into something ugly. She must explain every little comment or ad-but what abou him? He has the worst performance in debates, he's extremely vague on his positions even though he starts off by saying "Let m be perfectly clear..." He's not. I think he is a good man, but he's not ready yet to be president. He should stay in the Senate for a few more years and maybe, in 2016, he can take the oath. Let's see what he can change from the Senate floor. Hillary knows what's broken because she's been in it from many angles. So, she knows how to fix it. Good luck in 2016 Obama! We need Hillary right now. She'll at least leave you peace and a strong economy in 2016!

Jeff   April 25th, 2008 4:15 pm ET

Why can't the folks that are supporting Clinton recognize that one of main reasons–if not the only reason–she's even in this race is because of her family name and what her husband has accomplished. Without Bill Clinton's presidency, Hillary would not even be in the conversation right now.

Obama, on the other hand, is a self made man, and has earned every inch of his right to compete for the democratic nomination on his own.

The Clintons do not have an inalienable right to the White House. Their politics in this election have really turned me off. And, now this business with fuzzy math on the popular vote? Let's stop the madness before it's too late.

I just hope that the damage they continue to do to the Party can be repaired before November.

Barb Canada   April 25th, 2008 4:15 pm ET

Amen Sharon!

cathy   April 25th, 2008 4:14 pm ET

I'm confused. On one hand, Hillary's and her folks are counting on the super delegates departing from the votes of their districts to support her . On the other hand, she claims that the Michigan and Florida voters have been disenfranchised by not being allowed to cast their votes. Under her plan, who cares if Michigan and Florida vote as she is just going to attempt to have the super delegates make the decision anyway. Heck, we could have saved a whole bunch of money, time and energy by just having those 800 folks make the decision since it seems that the people's votes and desires doesn't really concern her.

Steve Nevada   April 25th, 2008 4:14 pm ET

White Water, sniper fire, impeachment, "I want you to listen to me, I did not have sexual relations with that girl", Ron Brown, all the Bill gruopies, NAFTA, Terrorists attacked us and Bill did nothing but warn them, This is the Billary dynasty

mjaber   April 25th, 2008 4:14 pm ET

McClinton will never wim
Obama '08

CLINGING TO MY GUN AND BIBLE   April 25th, 2008 4:14 pm ET

Sharon,

For a moment, I was certain you were talking about Hillary. Face it, America has a race problem. If Sen. Obama were Brad Pitt, the Democratic race would be over. If Sen. Obama were a bottle of hand lotion, the race would be over.

The problem in America is many of us CANNOT HANDLE THE TRUTH! We have a deep-rooted racial divide in our country. That's why our union is in peril. Everyone want's a change, yet no one wants to take direction on how to evoke it...unless the leadership comes from a white guy or white woman.

When Latinos' becomethe majority, I wonder what will be in America's bag of tricks to supress their candidacy for President of the United States.

Stay tuned. The re-birth of the nation has begun.

dieter   April 25th, 2008 4:13 pm ET

We really need a new energy source. Down with "gasoline".

Derrick   April 25th, 2008 4:12 pm ET

I am still voting for Hillary or McCain either way!!!

If Obama wins the nomination, I will change my registration to Republican and will stay Republican.

Obama is a racist, inexperienced, unitelligent bigott.

I will NEVER vote for anyone who preaches hatred in our churches or makes blanket remarks toward people who attend church and own hand guns.

Hillary 08' 12'

Independent   April 25th, 2008 4:12 pm ET

Sharon...I dont think you know half of what you just spewed.

joan in Minnesota   April 25th, 2008 4:11 pm ET

Have we seen this: acting like it is already mine?
Oh, yeah! George Bush 2000.
Next his campaign will be storming the White House.
And you all think he is a horse of a different color, he just a man, a male POLITICIAN!

andrew of california   April 25th, 2008 4:11 pm ET

He talks the talk and walks the walk...

Alicia   April 25th, 2008 4:11 pm ET

This is a good thing. Those of you that find him cocky or presumptive for doing this are ridiculous. These are the first steps to bring the Democratic Party together by November. Hillary would be doing the same thing if she wasn't already in debt. No one said the campaign is doing this because he is the presumptive nominee nor is Hillary not because she isn't. Get it together people. Quit trying to make something negative out of something positive.

Jack Walden   April 25th, 2008 4:10 pm ET

Hillary has demonstrated that her voter base is older senile people and the low-income uneducated workers who cant pin point Paris, Texas, from Paris, France on a map. However the latter are also the part of the die-hard Republican base and therefore, come November, Hillary cant expect to get all these votes.That is why Republicans to compete against her in November.

Henri   April 25th, 2008 4:10 pm ET

$50 on the way electronically! Whatever it takes to overcome the Hillbillys! Electing Barack is the greatest event of a lifetime. I would take a second job just to contribute to Barack 08.

D from OHIO   April 25th, 2008 4:10 pm ET

Lets see the DNC has 5 million and OB has 2 mil for the general election..Opps Clinton has 22 million in the bank for the GE. Looks like HC does know a little bit about handling finances.
GO Hillary

Dale Wise   April 25th, 2008 4:10 pm ET

Makes sense. It's just prudent planning. The nomination is locked up whether Clinton wants to accept it or not.

The general election is closing in quickly and Obama needs to start focusing on that race – the important one – and stop getting distracted with this democratic nomination nonsense.

Venus   April 25th, 2008 4:09 pm ET

Ha, ha, ha!

This is awesome! The march has started! We are on our way and the Clintons will not stand in our way!

The DNC has to get going on our campain! There is a lot going on behind the sceens! Howard Dean is in the fight hitting back at the Clinton's Machines! The RNC is already running ads against the Democrates and Obama!

I love it! Hillary's supporters and those who work for Hillary knows this is over and her campain is BROKE and she is in debt!

This is great! With her losing the primary – that means she will have to repay every dime BACK! I hope they still have some of that $109-million dollars they made selling American Jobs!

Hillary's lost another member today!

Her MAJOR FUND RAISER – HillRiser and who is one of her major hispanic donators who have help raised over $500-K is defecting her campain to join our "Obama Team" because he says her campain has gotten TOO negative!

Yes We Can and We Shall!

Way to go President Obama!

Lito   April 25th, 2008 4:09 pm ET

Gary i saw your post if you vote that way you are selfish cause hillary is not america, and if Obama wins hes the peoples choice. If you vote for McSaine this country will suffer far more greater than it already is, gas, food the whole dam economy so do what you want but the rest of america isnt following you.

White Independent   April 25th, 2008 4:09 pm ET

Sharon let me try to explain. He never called the Clinton's racist. Just because Bill said that he did doesn't make it true. Hillary is secretive, untrustworthy, divisive, status-quo, and after 8 years has been unable to bring about change. Mostly because she votes right along with whatever W says. He did lie about one thing though she isn't likable enough. He has had nothing to do with MI and FL being able to vote. He does feel that he should be able to campaign and be on the ballot if you're going to count the votes.

Brandon from WI   April 25th, 2008 4:09 pm ET

Its about math people. Looking at the way the delegates are being spread if Hillary wins: Guam, Puerto Rico, Indiana, West Virginia and Kentucky. Barack will win North Carolina, Oregon, Montana and South Dakota. This is giving Hillary the benefit of the doubt in these contests.

SHE STILL NEEDS 230 out of 300 OF THE SUPERDELEGATES.

Do the delegate counter on CNN.com and figure it out. This is over.

Chi-Town Cheryl   April 25th, 2008 4:09 pm ET

Hillary Backers - Also, regarding those people who think EXPERIENCE is the key to selecting a president - may I remind everyone that John F. Kennedy, Franklin D. Roosevelt, Harry S. Truman and Abraham Lincoln had little to no experience and had accomplished little if anything politically before ascending to the Presidency; but, history now shows that these fine men were four of the greatest presidents that ever lived and had accomplished great things once they reached the White House. James Buchanan who had the most experience of any president, was the worst president this country ever had.

andrew of california   April 25th, 2008 4:09 pm ET

He talks the talk and walks the walk...

james, chicago area   April 25th, 2008 4:09 pm ET

Sharon, Barack has done alot for Illinois, as an illinois resident I can say you don't know what your talking about, not to mention his plans to create a political spending database, her arms issues which have been ignored since the days of billy bob clinton and his southern gun toting days. Not to mention his merit pay programs for teachers, his education plan which is much more practical than hillary's and his health care plan that does not leave American's out, but gives them affordable health care which they can make their own choices to enroll in, as opposed to Hillary's plan which takes away our inalienable freedom to choose.

Robin Wagner from ct   April 25th, 2008 4:08 pm ET

I'm happy he doing this making plans . He after all has the most popular VOTES . NOT CLINTONS . He after all has the most DELEGATES . NOT CLINTONS . HE after has the most STATES won.
30 out of 45 now . NOT THE CLINTONS .
Go for him don't fall into the Clinton's lies . After all Bill wiggling his finger at news reporters . AGAIN . Like he did with Monica Lewinsky .
He said Barack Obama played the race card on him .
(((( HUH )))) .. I remember it was Bill said Barack Obama campaign is a fairy tall . And it was Bill said Barack Obama is like Jessie Jackson.
When asked about his remarks day before P.A election . About
Barack Obama playing race card he wiggled his finger again . And said he did not say this .
But it was on tape for this country to hear.
So yes good for Barack Obama for moving on. Least hes not a WHISKEY drinking , Sniperfire . Duck hunting lier .
Clinton's are a perfect mach . Two liers . Maybe 3 .
GO Barack Obama . You deserved it ,
After all is not Hillary said YES, YES , YES he can win . Now no he can't . Make your mind up .

Obama Has Substance   April 25th, 2008 4:08 pm ET

THis is the sort of Excelency we have seen in this candidate from the start. He is ready from DAY 1 with big plans. Look at how many new voters he has registered for the Party. This man has proven that he his a fantastic, uniter, organizer in everyway. He is helping his party to get ready, this is not all about whether he is the nominiee or not. This is been prepared, ready, sound judgement from day 1.
To Diane and Fred and all you who said that you would not vote ifObama is the Nominee, everyone can tell that you and the many others who talk like that is racist. It is very sad that in 2008, 300 years after slavery, there is still so much hate. I know Obama will be able to breakdown some more barriers in that regards. People to really enjoy real peace, love and harmony we must stop the racial hate.
I have read some angry, mean and hateful words from some of you in these blogs. It is extremely frightening, that so much bitterness and hatred against race still exists in the America. We must pray for change.

JR   April 25th, 2008 4:07 pm ET

Good move Barack... You will be the nominee or the democratic aprty will be desolved when the youth, blacks and educated groups leave the party. In short, if the Clinton's are successsful in the behind the seenes arm twisting plans- they won't have a party to lead... and Lil-Mac wins! and that is bad for America!

Obama wins the genral going away!!

racial tension   April 25th, 2008 4:07 pm ET

Race will be too much of a distraction/issue in an Obama presidency.

There has been a ridiculous hyper-sensitivity in this campaign to any slight reference to race.

There WAS and still IS nothing racist about Bill Clinton's comments. I am biracial. Trust me. There is nothing racist about stating the obvious- that Jesse Jackson won in SC- helped by being black.

Obama now carries the black vote- why? Because he is black.

Californian for Obama!   April 25th, 2008 4:06 pm ET

Obama is demonstrating leadership by looking at the issues and the way to move America forward after the failed Bush administration policies. Hillary is dividing the party by by focusing her efforts on attacking Obama's relationships, person, comments, or other. I guess that Hillary is not in touch with America........We need jobs, better schools, a better future for our children.......We do not need to hear our political leaders telling us about the other's dirty laundry. This is not going to make a better America.

Didn't Hillary learn that all of these negative issues only prevent our leader from actually leading. If Bill Clinton would have been allowed to govern and address the real issues or our time instead of defending himself for every little thing that the Rep party had to dish out, he may have captured Osama and his group that are tyring to kill us and bring the world to its very end.

It is time for Hillary to show real leadership and step down!!!! She should help her part win the Nov elections with Obama as Prez. NO MORE PERSONAL ATTACKS AND MORE ON DEALING WITH THE ISSUES THAT WE ARE FACING........

Peter   April 25th, 2008 4:05 pm ET

At the end of the primary the Superdelegates and the DNC will ask to themselves who is more electable, who can win in November and who won the big swing States PENNSYLVANIA, OHIO, TEXAS, FLORIDA , MICHIGAN ETC., ,a must win to capture the W.H.
I am sure they will figure it out
Hillary 08

Mark, B'ham Alabama   April 25th, 2008 4:04 pm ET

The democrats are going to have a problem with all their Hollywood, Athlete, and Rapper friends scrambling to catch up on their unpaid taxes so they do not go to jail like their buddy Wesley Snipes.

Sure   April 25th, 2008 4:04 pm ET

its ashame the democrats shot themselves in the foot AGAIN!!!

Pam Reagan   April 25th, 2008 4:04 pm ET

I will not be voting for Hillary! She is such a disgrace to this country. I am sick and tired of her lies and attack method. I was a fan of hers in the beginning but it now breaks my heart what she is doing to the country. It is so sad that ther are some people in this world that will stoop to what ever levels just to win.

Eddie Sanz   April 25th, 2008 4:03 pm ET

outrigth arrogant! It speaks to the statment made by hs buddy the not so Reverend Wright, Obama is a plitician!

Steve, Madison WI   April 25th, 2008 4:02 pm ET

All I know is that Faux Noise, Gasbag Rush, and Sean Hannity want Hillary as the nominee – that should tell you something about who the Repubs think is electable.

I plan to vote for whomever wins the nomination, unlike many of you "supposed Democrats" who would risk a ultra-conservative Supreme Court and a war with Iran by threatening to stay home or vote for McBush.

Get over yourselves and come together as Democrats. If the Democrats lose in November you can consider yourselves worse than those who voted for Nader in 2000 and gave us King George!

Brennan   April 25th, 2008 4:02 pm ET

To all you bitter PA voters, it was over before you voted (can you do math?), all but your crying... I cant believe you'd vote for McSame or stay home because you cant get your precious Billary to the general where she'd be served up Custer style. Thats biting off your nose to spite your face, which maybe fits your demographic there...

Carlito   April 25th, 2008 4:02 pm ET

Indiana and NC better standup and put hillary to rest and lets get ready for the general election. We got lots of work to do and planning, lets show those McBushes that america is united on this side and ready to take back the house without the special interest groups and without and the underhand dealings the clintons, bush and McSaine wants to continue

Susan   April 25th, 2008 4:02 pm ET

so um...is he going to register 50 states or just the 48 that he thinks exists...why count Michigan and Florida right..he doesn't want them to count in the primary because he can't benefit from it...would be hypocritical to have them be part of the general election wouldn't it?

Susan   April 25th, 2008 4:01 pm ET

That's right. Let move forward and plan for the General as if you have already won. Go ahead and whine whenever you are being vetted, Obama. Ignore a large group of Hillary backers who will vote McCain due to the unfair election process. Let's see you win not only the battleground states but the Hillary backers!!!!
Not going to happen. But let's be arrogant and proceed anyway. That's how you win friends and influence people.

Robin Wagner from ct   April 25th, 2008 4:01 pm ET

To whom this may concern,
I'm happy he doing this making plans . He after all has the most popular VOTES . NOT CLINTONS . He after all has the most DELEGATES . NOT CLINTONS . HE after has the most STATES won.
30 out of 45 now . NOT THE CLINTONS .
Go for him don't fall into the Clinton's lies . After all Bill wiggling his finger at news reporters . AGAIN . Like he did with Monica Lewinsky .
He said Barack Obama played the race card on him .
(((( HUH )))) .. I remember it was Bill said Barack Obama campaign is a fairy tall . And it was Bill said Barack Obama is like Jessie Jackson.
When asked about his remarks day before P.A election . About
Barack Obama playing race card he wiggled his finger again . And said he did not say this .
But it was on tape for this country to hear.
So yes good for Barack Obama for moving on. Least hes not a WHISKEY drinking , Sniperfire . Duck hunting lier .
Clinton's are a perfect mach . Two liers . Maybe 3 .
GO Barack Obama . You deserved it ,
After all is not Hillary said YES, YES , YES he can win . Now no he can't . Make your mind up .

Tom,des moines   April 25th, 2008 4:01 pm ET

OBAMA IS A DISASTOR FOR THE DEMOCRATIC PARTY IN THE FALL. HUSSEIN U CAN'T WIN IN MO,MI,OH,PA AND FL PERIOD. YOU CAN SAY PRESIDENT McCAIN FOR THE NEXT 4 YRS FOR SURE.

MD   April 25th, 2008 4:00 pm ET

So if this isn't an indication that the Democratic Party has chosen Obama as its next candidate, then pehaps when should hit Hillary Clinton over the head with a kitchen sink.

Hurry Hillary. Collect as much money as you can. Your days are numbered.

jon   April 25th, 2008 4:00 pm ET

Well a little ahead of himself but then he wants to take away from the publicity his pastor friend is creating. We all remember Wright don't we? He can plan and he may even get the nomination but he won't be the next pres. His dream is not every democratics dream. His vision is shortsighted and he doesn't have the experience. Of course all our enemies want him to win. He just wants to sit and talk and say, "that's not what I meant to say" as the bombs fall all around us. He'll be like Pres. Bush was when he got the news that the planes were flying into buildings. He'll keep reading his newspaper (in Bush's case to kids) and plan a meeting to TALK. We see through you Obama and no true Hillary supporter will vote for you.. even though you are a democratic.

Kim, PA   April 25th, 2008 4:00 pm ET

would not vote for OB if he was the only candidate.

what a pompous bigot!

james, el paso   April 25th, 2008 4:00 pm ET

Are you serious Sharon, all the damage Obama has done? He wasn't tear out the kitchen sink and throwing it as people of his own party. I believe you owe America an apology for your inability to see whats really happening in this country because of Hillary

Sick Of Hillary   April 25th, 2008 3:59 pm ET

This is an excellent move for Obama. A leader is one who leads and unifies. Hillary divides. Bill ,(the adulterer), is not suitable to be a co-president. Howard Dean and Nancy Pelosi know this. The Republicans will have the Clintons and all of their drama for breakfast. Hey, are there any interns working in her campaign? Hey, Hillary,you should wear a blue dress the next time you see the hubby!!!
Oh, now don't you Hillary supporters get mad, if you can't take the heat,
STAY OUT OF THE BLUE STAINED DRESS! Yes, I took it there.
Obama 2009!

clinton's done   April 25th, 2008 3:59 pm ET

I laugh at all these impotent hill supporters.

Hillary Clinton – OUT OF TIME

BARACK 08

Noah   April 25th, 2008 3:59 pm ET

The DNC should not be making deals with Clinton or Obama until the nomination is settled. The DNC needs to realize that 15 million democrats have voted for Hillary. The DNC is in trouble, because true democrats are witholding their donations until they settle Florida and Michigan and count those votes. The DNC needs to learn about democracy.

Obama has no lead. This race is even. The 15 million people who have voted for him are great, but the 15 million that voted for Hillary can not be denied. They did not vote based on Wright, or Ayers, or lack of education as Obama supporters will claim. They voted on issues and experiance. The DNC is playing a dangerous game and by punishing some states, while allowing others to do as they please, will be the reason Obama and the DNC lose this year. It has nothing to do with race( the easy excuse it seems when your candidate is called on anything).

I will be going to voter registration board tommorow to change my party affilation to Independent. The DNC has lost all credibilty.

Don, Fl   April 25th, 2008 3:59 pm ET

All you Obama people say he can unite the country, but you want Clinton to go away. Well I will go with her & the 50% of Dems will go with her too. So you Obama people keep on with your hate talk & see who wins in nov. This is one Dem & there is alot more out there who will not vote for your God, so you all just keep up the good work . I don't think you & the DNC can win with just 50% of the Dems

sfsampson   April 25th, 2008 3:58 pm ET

He needs to start a registration drive. If he wins the nomination, he is going to need all of the new voters he can get to replace those of us "bitter" ones he has alienated.

CB in Florida   April 25th, 2008 3:58 pm ET

And the Clinton supporters need a brain transplant! Obama get the wagons ready buddy. McCain knows you are coming and is trying to use Hillary to hurt you. Clinton's take a chill and let the gentleman from Illinois do his thing! OBAMA 08!

Hank in PA   April 25th, 2008 3:58 pm ET

Senator Obama,

Why are you running for President now? Is it because you thought you could beat a woman? It certainly isn't because you are ready. It must be because you are impatient, as has been so widely reported.

You could be a good candidate if you were more experienced and better known to the American people. If you get the nomination and McCain wins, it will be your fault that a republican is in the white house. You could have waited and Hillary would have sailed to the presidency. I am still hoping she gets the nomination, but really, what are you thinking????

elm   April 25th, 2008 3:58 pm ET

How can HRC raise money to help the DNC when she can't keep money in her own campaign....LOL! There's a joke to be told!

Ryan   April 25th, 2008 3:58 pm ET

The math doesn't lie. There is NO WAY that HRC can win this. It's impossible at this point. Lets all just get over it and get a Democrat in the White House!

Lance   April 25th, 2008 3:57 pm ET

sharon minnesota has it wrong. I think HC has damaged the party. Like Hillary, you obviously feel she has a sense of entitlement to the nomination since her name is Clinton and Obama is just an upstart black guy who ran a better campaign and energized the democratic party like nobody since JFK

HI   April 25th, 2008 3:57 pm ET

look at all of the facts and you will see who is the better candidate

GO HILLARY '08

Jamie   April 25th, 2008 3:57 pm ET

Sharon you need to go have a drink?

You've obviously been brainwashed by everything that Hillary has done. Even Hillary's precious "New York Times" is criticizing how she is campaigning.

It's individuals like you who are turning this campaing into a black vs. woman issue and that shouldn't be the case. Hillary is getting just as much "female" votes as does Barak get "black" votes. It's common sense. But realize that Barak's black voters would still vote for Democratic Hillary in the same manner that Hillary's female supporters would for Barak in the general election. Stop making this a personal issue and look at the realities of it. I happen to live in Illinois and even though you claim Barak has done nothing in Illinois, the people of Illinois LOVE him. Why? Are we stupid or easily swayed. No. We recognize he does care and does get results. Experience isn't everything.

Matt   April 25th, 2008 3:57 pm ET

Sharon in Minnesota, are you serious?!!!

Obama has damaged the party? Give me a break. Hillary's only path to victory is to drag Obama into the mud and make him look unelectable, even if she can't claim the nomination. She is kneecapping him so that he will lose the general election and she can run again in 4 years.

The Clintons and their tactics need to disappear.

Carlito   April 25th, 2008 3:56 pm ET

Why is it Obama does something hillary supporters try to knock him, he is not doing anything wrong to hillary and these are the attacks that are being raged against him. These people are bigots and not smart enough to know hes trying to help the party by helping out because of the long primary he's campaining.

no Obama   April 25th, 2008 3:56 pm ET

Please NO Obama.

We will be playing the race card and not getting anything done at all if he gets the nomination.

Stop labeling people as racists if they don't support you.

Tootie 05   April 25th, 2008 3:56 pm ET

These blogs are all too funny, everything that Obama does wrong,
everything Wright says, everything Michelle Obama says It's all Hiilary's fault. Obama buried himself, no one had to do it for him.
I'm seeing that everyone that is not for Obama is a racist, how stupid
is that. I am white and I am married to an African American for 30 years, have a college degree and I am a professor and have 3 children 2 of which are doctors. We are all voting for Hillary, but don't
think we are not taking the heat from our African Friends. They call us
Traitors, racists and much more than I can put in print. Now you tell
me who being racists?

Uncle Sam   April 25th, 2008 3:56 pm ET

Sharon – the explanation is this: In our current media-driven culture, where superficial appeal and self-aggrandizement dominate, someone like Barack Obama can rise so quickly despite having the minimal qualifications for the presidency. We are drawn more to style than substance, more to popularity than judgment, and more to rhetoric than character. Ultimately, it will up to the American voters to decide which candidate they trust to lead their country.

Jonathan   April 25th, 2008 3:55 pm ET

I am glad that we finaly going to have genuine, brilliant president – Barak Obama. Another check of $250 just went to his camp.

24 year old Chicago, IL DEM   April 25th, 2008 3:55 pm ET

Ladies and Gentlemen,

Those of you who say you are not going to vote for Obama in the general election if he wins the Nomination are childish and ignorant. If you haven't realized that only hurts the Democatic party. Oh and just so you know if you actually look at the issues of all three candidates; Obama and Hillary are not that different from each other so just go Democrat no matter who wins, don't be a baby or should i say sore loser!!! and those who are for Obama don't be sore winners either because we need Hillary's constituency also to win the general election . These preparation's are good because no matter who wins at least the DNC will be prepared for the General Election.

DEM's in 08 (preferably OBAMA)

Anthony   April 25th, 2008 3:55 pm ET

...and I am so sick of Hillary Clinton...

race card   April 25th, 2008 3:55 pm ET

Obama lost my vote the FIRST time he played the race card.

African Americans are already voting for Obama- there is no need to incite racial hatred and division.

Obama is no uniter.

Obama is a divider.

paul   April 25th, 2008 3:55 pm ET

obama is the way to go. whatever he creates hillary copies, why dont hillary just bow out for GOD'S sake

CLINGING TO MY GUN AND BIBLE   April 25th, 2008 3:55 pm ET

Thank you, Senator Obama, for sticking to the issues and operating above board. Just as your supporters are aware, Rev. Wright and Bill Ayers have nothing to do with our intellectual property rights being ripped away and surfacing overseas with jobs our knowledge created, the rising cost of prescription drugs, the outrageous food and energy costs, Wall Street bailouts-for-buddies, or the anxiety most Americans and not-so-American are feeling these days.

Furthermore, it's no secret the Clintons' road high during Bill's term thanks to Ronald Reagan. President Reagan won the Cold War and Slick "Willy" Clinton road the surplus. I expect the same when our troops come home and we begin to spend far less, if anything, on a war we cannot win...especially of no one knows what the #@$% we're fighting for.

Barackology – The Study of Common Sense

Alana from Bethesda   April 25th, 2008 3:55 pm ET

Jan from Boca,
No, he doesnt have 99% of the black vote and you knew that already, you just decided to say something stupid. And as you already know, thousands if not millions of whites have voted for Obama and will support him in the national election – like me and my WHOLE FAMILY! You should try thinking about something other than just race. Try hoping for a president that won't bankrupt the country or wage preemptive wars without an exit strategy. Hope you never lose your health insurance because even Florida's Medicare/Medicaid is sketchy!

rules1959   April 25th, 2008 3:54 pm ET

Diane -

You said there was just something you didn't like about Obama from the beginning. Is it the shade of his skin? Who cares if you don't vote for him. Other people will.

KG   April 25th, 2008 3:54 pm ET

Why would Obama suggest a 50 STATE registration when he only acknowledges 48 STATES???????????? Count FLORIDA AND MICHIGAN NOW!!!! Then we will see who truly is the leading candidate. GO HILLARY!!!!!!!!!

Paul, Albany New York   April 25th, 2008 3:54 pm ET

Aren't any of you Obama-bots concerned that there are still 50% of Democrats Obama has to win over? It's a guarantee that if he is handed the DEM nomination there will be MANY 'bitter' DEM voters who will DEFINITELY cross over in support of McCain just to spit in the DNC's faces.

Obama-maniac's- don't celebrate too soon... I think you're going to be in for a HUGE surprise come November!

race card   April 25th, 2008 3:53 pm ET

Obama is playing the race card again.

Trying to label the Clintons as racists.

Be careful... White America is getting tired of the race card.

The Clintons are NOT racists.

Anthony   April 25th, 2008 3:53 pm ET

I still can't believe Hillary supporters think Obama has done the damage in this campaign. Hillary has done the damage, I think you guys are in denial or delusional.

Obama is smart, he's now acting like the winner he is.

Nikki, Florida   April 25th, 2008 3:53 pm ET

It makes me laugh how HRC says that Obama has no experience and her supporters are now picking on him because he's been called "just" a politician...

Pick one! At least Obama is looking at the party as a whole and doing what he can to help while HRC is doing nothing but holding him (and the rest of the election) back and looking to benefit herself only....as usual

(Are we sure she's not a Republican?) Obama or "Other" '08!

sivananthi   April 25th, 2008 3:52 pm ET

There are a lot of misinterpretations and misunderstandings taking place..

I personally think that Hillary should reach out to the african american people and talk to them not for just votes but to unite the conutry...

African american people will give her a chance if she reaches out to them...

Hillary 08.

Susie Ram   April 25th, 2008 3:52 pm ET

I will be happy if a dishonest, negative campaigning, and polarizing candidate is not in a whitehouse top seat. It will be more hell after 8 years of current hell. The American public need a stronger candidate than that in directing the nation and world in the right direction, who will work for the cause of the nation rather than just grabbing the authority for their selfishness. Hillary has already proved how negative she could go and how much she can lie when she has to grab power. Wake up America!

Democrats Rule   April 25th, 2008 3:52 pm ET

This is PERFECT – Way to go Senator Obama. You've had me from the beginning and every day that goes by I get surer and surer that you are EXACTLY what this country has been waiting for. Haven't been this excited about an election since 1963! You really did have me at "hope"!

T   April 25th, 2008 3:52 pm ET

NICE!!!!!!!!!! A Sign of great leader and confindent leader thinking a step ahead............... Love him or hate for whatever reason, this the kind of leader America needs..... A leader that is inteligent and makes the right choices on the hard times America is facing..........And Believe it or not he is going to be the Next PRESIDENT...... GO OBAMA!!!!

shaun   April 25th, 2008 3:51 pm ET

The DNC and the superdelegates are already on board ship obama, it's just a matter of time before they give hillary the boot. The clinton's need to realize that all there underhanded tactics to steal the nomination will not work, and even if they do manage to win in indiana, they will lose
NC, and that will be the final nail in the coffin. Think about it. The clintons brought race into the election to tear down obama, but they did it too late. Maybe if they launched their plan to destroy the party earlier, they could have stopped obama from getting the pop lead, the delegate lead, most states won, but they didn't do it vigorously enough. Now there trying to pull out all the stops, and though it might have worked in penn, and even though there will be a new spell of pastor wright, and tony rezco the damage is already done. Obama will be the nominee, so hillary will just have to work hard to sabotage his general election campaign so she can run in 2012..

go obama

LifeLongDemocrat   April 25th, 2008 3:51 pm ET

IF YOU ARE THE NOMINEE I want to know what you intend to do to bring us Hillary supporters into the fold. We are the Democratic base and it would be a shame to leave us out of the planning as we know that the young, the independents and the new folks are fickle and will not be around for long!

Still Hillary for 2008/2012>>>>>>>>>>>>>!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!1

arthur a. from Boston   April 25th, 2008 3:51 pm ET

You all must be brainless that is the ones supporting Obama . This guy has not been tested, has no great national or international experience. Talks a bunch but never gives details. You know why, it's because he has to wait to pick people smarter than him who will hopefully tell him the wise things to do. A bag is no good, if it is empty. We need people like either McCain or Clinton. They may each have their baggae but they have been tested, vetted and all their dirt is out for the looking. God only know what is hiding in Obama's closet. If he is the democratic nominee, I will vote for Mcain. I do not want to endure another 4 or 8 yrs of an inexperienced guy who has voted "maybe" 130 times. No room for maybe's at 1600 Pennsylvannia Ave.

Alison B   April 25th, 2008 3:51 pm ET

Really there are some smart people commenting but there are those who have their heads in a major cloud and cannot see the light of day.

This whole election has shown me how narrow minded Americans are and no matter what anyone says RACE is playing a major role in the way the voting is going. But everyone fails to realize that Obama is half white and was raised in a white family.

Also if the DNC has gone along with this plan it only indicates to me precisely that he is going to be the overall winner. So all those who feel that Hilary is gonna win watch out.

If they give Hilary over Obama especially when he is leading yall might as well say hello to another 4 years of Bushism cause I can tell you this much the African Americans will not vote for Hilary and they are a large population ground that got Bill in the White House and that same group will keep Hilary out.

So yall decide. I wish you all would take the time and learn about the candidates versus listening to what the media has said. It just seems those that spute nonsense regarding Obama the words used are those of Hilary's which means you are narrow minded and not looking at both side.

I use to like Hilary but she has turned me off completely with all her hate mongering over the last couple of weeks. When she was ahead she was running a deciet campaign but since she became negative she has plummetted to the bottom and she is having one hell of a time trying to scrape herself up because everytime she things that she has gone ahead she gets knocked down but that is what happens when you are DISHONEST AND A LIAR.

I read recently that there is a fraud case upcoming that involves Paul and the Clintons yall are not looking at all that so basically yall will accept a fraud, liar and a dishonest person as president, a person who cannot even handle her own campaign funds how is she gonna handle the american budget.

Come on people open your eyes and smell the coffee

Johnny   April 25th, 2008 3:51 pm ET

Its a shame how threatened this country is by having a woman as president. Hillary has far more experience and knowledge and has already ran the white house before. Our country never had it so good since the Clintons were in office and you know it!!!

Vince   April 25th, 2008 3:50 pm ET

Susan MO, my God woman. Please wake up and pay attention. Education is not a tool of the devil. Obama NEVER EVER EVER insulted anyone in PA. All you have to do is learn to read and maybe have some basic intelligence to understand exactly what he was saying. You make yourself sound completely ignornant. All he said is that if you get lied to enough from politicians for so many years about how they are going to help your pocketbook you eventually realize they are not going to do anything for your wallet so you might as well vote for the guy you know is going to protect something else that is important to you. If you are an abortion person you will vote for the Dem, if you have guns they have been brainwashed that you vote Rep. Oh forget it, even this version of it is probably too difficult for you to understand. Let me make this easy. People with higher education vote for Obama. They are smarter than you. You should at least be able to figure out to do what smart people say is best for you. No work involved in it even.

Dennis in Spokane   April 25th, 2008 3:50 pm ET

Even if Obama lost to McCain, the Dems would win because he will help the party succeed down ballot whereas Hillarys negatives would not. A huge dem majority in the congress and the senate is what is required to make positive change. The Clintons have always damaged the party to benefit themselves while Obama is a proven plus for democrats everywhere.

Markos   April 25th, 2008 3:49 pm ET

I will definately be supporting BHO again this payday. The way I see it, if Hillary was in the position BHO is now in, they would be asking (ordering) him to drop out! She's a huge distraction on what he really needs to be dealing with at this point (ie. confronting McCain, laying out his policy vision for the people of the United States and international friends and foes. I pray that God will help him and keep him safe from all the snares of the hateful, arrogant, presumptious and proud. I pray that the Lord will guide his steps and his decisions and bring healing and hope to this hurting nation. I hope, above all, that the damage initiated and inflicted on innocents in NYC, NY, Washington D.C, Shanksville, PA and Afganistan and Iraq by the United States Military Industrial Complex will be brought to account.

Zagazaw   April 25th, 2008 3:49 pm ET

People see Obama to be arrogant, because this is there first time seeing a powerful balck man, who is and a artist, an athlete or a Minister.
But America we need to move past this, puting a 2 term fist lady in office will not be much defferent from give soneone a 3rd term. We need real change.

Alberta   April 25th, 2008 3:49 pm ET

hillary if you can't handle your campaign finance how can you handle the budget of the country. How can you bring the country together when you and bill use race to win voters? Pay your bills

A. Harrison   April 25th, 2008 3:49 pm ET

Counting our chickens before they hatch eh. Gobama Campaign, please slow down and answer the Hillary Clinton anomoly in your plans.

Debbie, NJ   April 25th, 2008 3:49 pm ET

It doesn't matter whether you like Obama or that you will not vote for him come the general election, the fact remains, he has more delegates, (and they're leaving Clinton everyday. Did you hear about the lastest one. Her fundraiser has left her and gone with Obama.),
he has won more states, he has the popular vote(even with FL she'll still be behind). And you talk about owing people and buying votes. Here are the lobbyist she owes
Senator Hillary Clinton has taken over $800,000 from lobbyists, more money than any other candidate — Republican or Democrat:
Over $130,000 from energy lobbyists
Over $130,000 from drug company lobbyists
Over $125,000 from health care and insurance lobbyists.”
Energy: $442,800
Pharmaceuticals/health products: $450,450
Hospitals, health services/HMOs and insurance companies: $552,050
Health professionals: $114,755.
And for you who say if she doesn't win you'll vote for McCain. Ditto. If Hillary manages to steal the election most blacks, single moms,young voters, new voters and independents will vote for McCain.

Felix   April 25th, 2008 3:47 pm ET

Obama you have already won the nomination if before you decided to run. If God says yes nobody can say no. Go on making plans from inauguaration day. On how you are going to handle the enormous responsibility and mess left behind by Bush and his Washington Machine.

anon   April 25th, 2008 3:47 pm ET

All of this fighting has been caused by Hillarys fighting machine and complete lack of integrity. If she is the nominee McCain's got my vote.

Cris Lubbock,TX   April 25th, 2008 3:46 pm ET

Sharon Is NUTS!!! Do not have anything better to do than write a book on CNN's comment page. You are exactly like all the other Hillary supportes. CRAZY!!! out of touch!!! what speak about is rediculous

Workman3344   April 25th, 2008 3:46 pm ET

The Super Delegates are smart enough to know the most important poll result:

If over half of the people polled find Hillary Clinton Unreliable then half of the people will probably deem her unelectable. That's the bottom line. Lies that appear to be lies and not misspoken cause a candidate to blow her chance. Obama did not do this, the party did not do this, and the press did not do this. Hillary trashed her campaign on her own. All the rest of the dirt she is covered in just made the decision that much easier.

Antoinette   April 25th, 2008 3:46 pm ET

I think the voter registration drive is great!!!

But..................

They forgot the part where they also asked Hillary but her team didnt respond back. Only Obama did. They didnt respond because they know she aint gonna win

Anonymous   April 25th, 2008 3:46 pm ET

Sharon's a loser.

Obama '08

Hillary Supporter   April 25th, 2008 3:46 pm ET

Go Hillary

HRC '08

Bry   April 25th, 2008 3:46 pm ET

all u hillary supporters lost your minds just like she did...she'll never win....she wins so called big states and still is behind in delegates...so now she cries that she wants florida and michigan....they shouldnt be aloud to be seated they broke the rules the rules are there for a reason and they new it.....so AMERICA WAKE UP IT'S TIME FOR CHANGE..NOT THE SAME OLD GOVERMENT....

Cyndi from Alabama   April 25th, 2008 3:46 pm ET

Read that column again......They are talking to the Clintons as well..not just Obama.The Obama supporters need to read all of the article. Like Obama they want us to shut up and give him what he wants. Well he hasn't won .......He will have to win it like every one else. No one is going to just hand it to him. This job has to be earned!

A.A.B.   April 25th, 2008 3:45 pm ET

Do they attack politicians in other countries the way we do here? Does Europe launch hateful remarks like spit wads? We seem to relish in the fact that we can. And this act of dismemberment is poised under the art of free speech. What a crock. The campaign season has become so bleak and heartless that it doesn't matter who takes the nomination. We have actively and aggressively searched and destroyed all candidates so there is not a proud vote for any of them. It has taken me a long time to reenter politics because I have lived through five decades of this crap. I came back because of Obama, but thanks to the media, and all those who seem hell-bent to show him in unfavorable light, I will silently retreat again. If picking apart a person's life from the time they take their first breath until they move their cardboard boxes into the White House is what it takes to pick a leader, the system is archaic.

steph   April 25th, 2008 3:45 pm ET

Now, that's a true president. Making sure everyone has a say.
While Hillary is constantly kicking and screaming about more debates.
Go Obama

obama lover   April 25th, 2008 3:45 pm ET

good deal barack
and we now for sure know how hillary feels. she needs her donors to donate to her for she is so far in debt for her campaign
go bama

Seattle Voter   April 25th, 2008 3:45 pm ET

Hillary any advice how to make millions? I have three investment accounts. I don't want to depend on the government when I retire because I want the best possible care until my last breath.

I hope you win because my 401k did pretty during your husband's presidency!

Anna   April 25th, 2008 3:43 pm ET

Why are people still talking about MI and FL? How is it that 48 states went by the rules and these 2 didn't? I hope the govenors and head honchos in those states realize the damage they have done.

Great Move from Obama. How can people say they trust Hillary when we have soliders fighting for us and she was over here lying CONSTANTLY about being under sniper fire. She knew better and knew that they would sniff that out STUPID move for someone with all of this EXPERIENCE. OH and how can she use Bill's time as president as hers too but only claims the "good" things done? Come on now Hillary?!!

Brian   April 25th, 2008 3:43 pm ET

NBC News has learned that a major fundraiser for Hillary Clinton, former Amb. to Chile Gabriel Guerra-Mondragon is leaving the campaign to join up Barack Obama's campaign. Officially dubbed a "Hillraiser," Guerra-Mondragon raised nearly $500,000 for Clinton's campaign, according to some estimates. He has been informing people inside Clintonworld this week in what's been described as some tough conversations. A formal announcement of a role for Guerra-Mondragon on Obama's national finance committee will be made next week.

justcantvoteforablackman   April 25th, 2008 3:42 pm ET

It's HILLARIous how her supporters blame Obama for Michigan and Florida, even to this day! As if he had something to do with disenfranchising the voters in those states, WHEN ALL THE CANDIDATES AGREED beforehand that those votes would not count as penalty for holding early primaries. Hillary tried to be slick by trying to break those rules and now has the audacity to try to claim victory in those states and place blame on Obama for not having the votes counted. If she is so "experienced" then she should have also had the foresight as a "leader" to stand up for the voters in those states prior to them voting. Clinton supporters, go back and look at the tape. She even said the votes wouldn't count a long time ago. Do not let her brainwash you, she keeps trying to reverse the rules she agreed to.

James   April 25th, 2008 3:42 pm ET

The Patriot
Very well said. Wake up people.

She is not broke by the way as she raised 10 million in 24 hours after PA's decisive victory. And still raking in the money but not from the billionaire backers of Obama who are using every loop hole they can find to fund him.

There needs to be a thorough investigation of his contributions.

SGS   April 25th, 2008 3:42 pm ET

INTELLIGENT, STRATEGIC, FORWARD THINKING, EMPATHETIC, GIVING, CIVIL, PRESIDENTIAL

OBAMA '08-LET'S GET TO WORK!!!!

Pennsylvania   April 25th, 2008 3:42 pm ET

Poor Democrats, your party just can't decide on which contestant shall win the prize, and you won't count your parties votes in 2 states! The DNC is in worse shape than their candidates, and waffles just as much on the real issues. A vote for Hillary is a vote for BILLary, he won't be able to sit back out of the limelight! And a vote for Obama is a vote for a great speaker without out a real plan. And, don't forget how fast they both will leave America in global shame as they hurry out of IRAQ since their simpleton 'plan' to fix that situation is to run away. Another 'runaway' like Vietnam? This whole situation could be a Monty Python movie!

My vote will be for McCain, and I know many Democrats who will be crossing party lines come November '08.

kathleen retired Professional w/woman for obama   April 25th, 2008 3:41 pm ET

A vote for Hillary is a vote for McCain. McCain, Limbaugh, Rove,
Hannity, do not want Obama to win. All the news is out about
Obama! Hillary and Bill's past has many questionable criminal
activities and the Repuplicans cannot wait to Play Hillary's own
game on her. A Debate? Hillary, A Debate? You like debates, right?
Wait til the Reps get a hold of you. They want you! Just a sample,
Google Clintons! What a mess? and What a joke. The Dems are
going to screw it up again.

Greg, Annapolis, MD   April 25th, 2008 3:41 pm ET

Yes, sometimes when you've got a gnat flying around your face, you have to just move forward and go about the rest of your day! Brilliant move on Obama's part. This Primary season is over. Obama is the nominee. Time to move forward and get ready to take on old man McCain! There are just 269 days until Obama is sworn in as President of the United States and can start to fix ALL that 'lil Bush has broken.
Obama '08!!!!!!!

Paulinus, Canada   April 25th, 2008 3:41 pm ET

Racism is still rampant in America and maybe the dominant faction should rule.

Obama? No!   April 25th, 2008 3:41 pm ET

Come on!

Definitely I wont vote for Obama forever! If not Hillary, Then McCain!

No Obama forever!

David Okafor   April 25th, 2008 3:40 pm ET

jj, the maximum amount allow for primary is $2300 and $2300 for general so stop spreading lies about Obama spending his primary and general election money when he spends only $2300

Thanks.

An African for Obama

Alberta   April 25th, 2008 3:40 pm ET

Is the reason Hillary think she is entitled to be presidet is because she stuck with Bill durning his impeachment. Or is it becaues she dodged bullets in Bosnia. Hmmmmm!

FB   April 25th, 2008 3:39 pm ET

Obama might as well look towards the general election. The primaries should have been over with right after Hillary "won" Ohio and Texas. (not sure how you can call Texas a win when you come out with less delegates). Even though she won those states she did not make a significant dent in Obama's delegate lead. PA was a joke. Hillary's "huge 10%" win netted her a hand full of delegates. Prior to PA Obama's delegate lead was 140, today his lead is 135. Again, that’s hardly a significant dent.
She is now just pushing a bunch false hopes on the voters, when she should be doing the DMC a favor and working to unite the party. There is not chance of her catching up to Obama in delegates

Mike   April 25th, 2008 3:39 pm ET

This is why you are getting beat down the home stretch... Obama you think that you have this thing won... this kind of behavior or arrogance is what fuels Clinton's support...

Obama you need to focus on Clinton and winning the primary... then turn your attention to the GOP and McCain... if not you will end up getting the nomination taken from you!!!

Jimmy Comerford   April 25th, 2008 3:39 pm ET

Barak Obama has the people's interest in mind. This is why his support base is so huge and why he's winning. Hilary wouldn't even been elected a Senator if she wasn't the wife of a former president. A large portion of her vote base is due to the familiarity with Bill Clinton and not for what she accomplished.

Let's finish all of the primaries and count all of the delegates and see who has the most. If Barack is still ahead and gets the 2050 total he needs, then he wins. Then we'll all deal with getting through the Presidential election next.

He's very electable or he wouln't be winning. Go Barack!

Sunshine AC   April 25th, 2008 3:39 pm ET

It is so good to see that there is who leads with a clear head.

I am not certain how those who support Hillary can say that if she does not will the nomination that they will support McCain...especially when their views are so different...THAT IS SCARY!!!

It causes one to think if they themselves value sound judgement. How can you support someone who's view vastly differ that of your original choice and forgoe one who's view are closest in similarity to your oriiginal choice. It just sound outright stupid, vindictive and full of malice to me...

I am strong Obama supporter, but you had better know that if he doesn't will the nomination my vote will remain with my Party and I will be a Clinton support just as strongly!!!

Independent-woman-voter-for-Obama   April 25th, 2008 3:38 pm ET

The DAMAGE, Sharon, has been done by the Clintons. From the start they set out to destroy a good man. If they can't win, they will then destroy him so he can't win. Then Billary, will run in 2012.

The thing that Clinton supporters forget is that she is strongly disliked by 58% of the general public.

Come on Sen. Obama stick to your message, take the high road, keep the hope alive! Lord, knows we need CHANGE!

Cris Lubbock,TX   April 25th, 2008 3:38 pm ET

good job Obama!! Lets Just ignore hillary and maybe she will go away!! I cant believe the crazy Clinton supporters who say Obama is not electable but Hillary is. I have two describing words for Hillary
1) Liar
2) Rhymes with Itch

stoneman   April 25th, 2008 3:38 pm ET

Great move by a thoughtful, insightful, and brilliant president to be. Obama will once again make this country proud and we have that power to make it happend. As he once said, "We are what we've been waiting for"...

Hilliary needs to step aside and support BO... Its about time Democrat sstart working to defeat the likes of McClain'and the Reps who are going to give us more of the same...

More importantly, I beleive most of the skeptics do know the inevitable i.e. BO is going to be our next president. So lets quit kidding ourselves and give this guy a chance... He just might be what you've been waiting for...

GO OBAMA!!!

Maggie   April 25th, 2008 3:37 pm ET

Jan from Boca Raton, . . .This 50 state registration plan is for everyone who calls themselves democrats, regardless of what race they may be.
Senator Obama has votes from all different races. So maybe that means
that they are 100% INTELLIGENT enough to look past someone's race.
And if they are not, then I would tell them that since Obama is both
white and black, they can vote for the white half.(See how stupid prejudice sounds?).

Obama for All Americans 08.

MARK   April 25th, 2008 3:37 pm ET

Sharon / Eric / Diane / Kathy / Fred / Alfredo / Loser / SBvoter / Jan,

As an independant, but mostly progressive leaning person, I have to tell you guys it's very disappointing to hear the way you are speaking. Listen, up until recently (after Super-Tuesday), Hillary ran a good, above-board campaign. I give her credit that she didn't resort to the "personality-destruction" polities of the Republicans. But, just be realistic Democrats, someone wins and someone loses........and by all measures, Obama has done a better job of convincing the broad spectrum of voters (not just democrats) that he MIGHT be able to get things done in Washington which is totally off track.

I would ask you to really look into your hearts........remove the biases put there by nastly, low campainging, and make the right decision.........FOR THE COUNTRY........NOT JUST FOR YOUR EGOS.

I HOPE YOU WILL SUPPORT OBAMA IN THE FALL.........WE NEED ALL OF YOU TO GET THE COUNTRY GOING IN THE RIGHT DIRECTION.............AND THAT'S NOT BACK TO THE 90'S.

Please consider........seriously.

Ikenna   April 25th, 2008 3:37 pm ET

The Best POlitical Team on the Campaign

Cris Lubbock,TX   April 25th, 2008 3:37 pm ET

good job Obama!! Lets Just ignore hillary and maybe she will go away!! I cant believe the crazy Clinton supporters who say Obama is not electable but Hillary is. I have two describing words for Hillary
1) Liar
2) Rhymes with Itch

Diane   April 25th, 2008 3:37 pm ET

Will not be supporting Hillary Clinton if she should become the nominee. From the very start of this race there was something about her that I do not like nor do I trust. She has yet to prove herself to people like myself, she has no substance and is all talk. The fact the the DNC has yet to make a decision regarding FL and MI is very disturbing and the party leaders are flawed in their judgement. The country is based on fifty states and the process and the nominee should come from the voices of all fifty states. Nothing else is acceptable.

Th3rdpwr   April 25th, 2008 3:37 pm ET

It's really disturbing readingHillary supporters bashing Obama for anything they can find. Hillary can lie about major political episodes in her life; flipflop on NAFTA, Florida/Michigan primary involvement; see her representatives attempt to fashion economic deals with foreign countries; mismanage the money in her campaign, and this is just scratching the surface (the Republican machine will be utilizing Hillary's entire 35 years of "experience"). But, what do her supporters concern themselves with; Obama LISTENING to church sermons (none of them racist; just indelicate and a little unpatriotic); his TRUTHFUL, if blunt, comments concerning the bitterness of people during hardship, and other vagueries too numerous to mention (let's try); he's an elitist(?), he doesn't garner ENOUGH of the white vote, he's got too big a war chest, he's unpatriotic, he doesn't have the experience, he can't be trusted(and Hillary can!?), etc., etc.
I'm afraid that many of these supporters sound like they looking for any excuse that allows them to vote against the Black candidate, thus excusing themselves from believing they are bigoted. NC Senator Jesse Helms used these tactics to great effect. There are many whites who will never vote for a Black, and certainly not to this country's highest seat of power. These people will latch on to any and all reasons available.

Seattle Voter   April 25th, 2008 3:37 pm ET

United States of America is promoting democracy around the world and yet you MORONS wants to stop the process now? Let them battle it out until no more money left. Voters know who they want to vote whether democrat or republican. They've been campaigning now for almost two years. Those undecided are clearly stupid! If you want to keep your home, afford grocery bills, afford health insurance and stop the raising cost of gasoline-then you vote who ever is best for the job!

CNN please post this because I'm so FED UP with all the oxymorons out there!

Ronen Johnson   April 25th, 2008 3:36 pm ET

If we dig deeper it comes down to the ever so subtle power struggle the Clinton's desperatley long to win. The question isn't, Did the Clinton's create new jobs in the 90's? it's, What kind of jobs were they, and would those jobs have any potential for upward mobility ? A job that has no potential equates to never being in control which I reguard as the Clinton's ultimate goal.....they just want control.

Obama in 08 !!!

Sharon   April 25th, 2008 3:36 pm ET

He reminds me of the religious guys on TV Sunday mornings...with the big crowds around him, sending money, chanting, crying, doing what ever he says...very scary.....
I am so sick of BO......so really sick.....he talks of bringing unity, yet calls the Clintons racists....says Hillary is the only one being negative, yet has bashed her over and over and over again in mean, personal ways (you're likable enough, Hillary...snubs her at the state of the union, calls her secretive, untrustworthy, divisive, status-quo, claims SHE'S unable to make changes in washington, ..etc...)....claims to be ready to be POTUS, yet two years ago said he couldn't run because.."I think you need to know what you're doing", and has done VERY little for Illinois.....can say things like "typical white person" and no one says a word.....says every voice should be heard, yet has his lawyers and lobbyist stop revotes in MI and FL (someone PLEASE tell me where in our Constitution does it say that any entity has the right to tell 2.5 million Americans that their votes don't count!)....can't debate well, so blames everyone else for his short-comings....constantly insults the ONLY SUCCESSFUL democratic president we've had in DECADES....gets 90% of the black vote, nothing is said, yet Hillary's white voters must be racist.....can say whatever he wants, the media will back him up with excuses.....media has week-long coverage of "black in America" and "Race and Politics" YET NOT ONE STORY ABOUT WOMEN'S HISTORY MONTH IN MARCH and NEVER COVERAGE CALLED "GENDER AND POLITICS" or "WOMEN AND POLITICS"........

CAN JUST ONE OF YOU GUYS PLEASE EXPLAIN ANY OF THIS?????

Sewra NYC   April 25th, 2008 3:36 pm ET

That's right Obama! You have an election to win! You don't have time to bicker with Hillary and waste valuable time. she keeps focusing on the negative, and the American people are concerned with issues and not gossip! Proceed on with your campaign, because you have my vote!!

Andrew   April 25th, 2008 3:36 pm ET

I don't know how people can still be calling Obama unelectable, even Hillary responded Yes, Yes, Yes to when she was questioned as to weather he can beat McCain. And as history tells us the most appealing, and charasmatic nomonie usually wins elections. McCain vs Obama, please... McCains like 5'1, Obama's like 6'4 lol Obama good lookin, well spoken, and a hell of a lot younger. It will be like Kennedy vs Nixon!

Obama 08'

Kentucky   April 25th, 2008 3:34 pm ET

The sense of entitlement by the Obama people is amazing. He justs wants to be the nominee. I want a Democratic President. Clinton 08.

Voter4 Change   April 25th, 2008 3:34 pm ET

Yes, CHANGE is the OPPOSITE of GREED It will benefit the DNC to stand UNITED in effort for peace in this DISASTER created by the "Clinton Dynasty"!!!!!!!!!!

VOTES THAT VOTE OUT HILLARY will give us President Obama!

Change equals harmony amongst the best in DNC and we need to VOTE for the better person!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

PEOPLE VOTE FOR OBAMA AND let the Clinton Dynasty be VOTED OUT OF THE WHITE HOUSE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

AMP   April 25th, 2008 3:34 pm ET

Sad...................the Dems have just lost the election in November! Next time, please properly vet "your" favored candidate BEFORE the primaries! The RNC and their minions are going to eat this guy alive! The democratic party was already on life support, and they stupidly walked into (and I have to give the RNC credit) a cleverly disguised TRAP! Rip the democratic party to shreds over nonsense in the primaries, play spoiler in the open contests, use the MSM like puppets, and then tear into the candidate the RNC wanted all along! If it wasn't for the Supreme Court Justices, I wouldn't vote democratic AT ALL, but after November, I'm officially declaring myself Independent! Disgusted of the DNC!!

KC   April 25th, 2008 3:33 pm ET

Sharon-
Where in this article did you get that this man was spending his campaign money- are you reading-the same article. And Jan from Boca- your ignorance astounds me. last time i checked, there is more than one race in this country. and it is important that we get as many people registered as possible. Stop the Hate, your just mad the Hillary didn't sign up to do it first. She has the same opportunity to do the same thing. Since she still believes she has a chance to win she too should be participating in this voter registration drive. since if she does when it will benefit her as well

justobserve   April 25th, 2008 3:33 pm ET

"Hillraiser" has deserted Clinton to join Obama's fundraising. Clinton has lost since Super Tuesday, no further donation swindle from little people is needed to fund this losing battle for her own selfserving ambition. Obama should not waste more time to fight the loser. Obama, please choose a woman (not Clinton!) for your VP.

Mohaed   April 25th, 2008 3:33 pm ET

Thank you Mr. Obama, you are the most brave man on earth at the moment. God, the people and everything is at your back. go ahead. the world is for you. don't mine critics. you are the leader. Please know that, you mean so much to the world.

may God bless you.

Seth (FL)   April 25th, 2008 3:33 pm ET

Florida man here – happy to see Obama on his way to victory. What's sad is I would support a Democrat over John McCain any day of the week, so if Clinton did pick up the nomination, I would be upset that it was stolen from Obama, but I would eventually rally and support her....and there are many Clinton supporters who are stubbornly proclaiming they will support a Republican candidate if Clinton doesn't win the nomination. That is sad. How do you call yourself a true Democrat if you are willing to sell out on your party and support four more years of George Bush?

dAnnE   April 25th, 2008 3:33 pm ET

Can we stop with the "cocky" "arrogant" comments. I don't understand where you are getting this from. Yes, I AM going to play the race card. Historically Black people who are confident, successful, intelligent, and educated have been called arrogant or uppity. I understand that many of you aren't racists, but your comments imply a lack of understanding.

Please watch CNN's "Blacks in America" series with open minds because it is so much that you can't even begin to understand.

I am a young voter (under 25) and I am forced to think about race on a daily basis.

WH   April 25th, 2008 3:33 pm ET

First.........he feels we should consider all 50 states in the general election? Why should e do that when FL and MI votes should be forgetten in the primary?

Second.............maybe it's just how the sarticle is worded but it seems like the DNC is broke so they are glad for the help from Obama. Does this mean financially? As in greasing the pockets to win the nomination?

JFS   April 25th, 2008 3:32 pm ET

i AM DISAPOINTED THAT BO HAS NOT BEEN MORE POINTED IN HIS DEFENSE AND REBUTTELS AGAINST H-.Clinton. TIME TO STOP BEING MR.NICE GUY AND DEFEND YOUR POSITION IN STRONGER AND STRONGER WORDS.

Adam in Kokomo, IN   April 25th, 2008 3:32 pm ET

They truly are brilliant. They're just walking right past Hillary, as if she doesn't even exist. God, I love it!

KG   April 25th, 2008 3:32 pm ET

Wait until Obama (if he is the nomiee), comes to FLORIDA to try and persuade us to vote for him since he has stated that our votes don't count. He will be greeted with a rude awakening if he thinks that he will get our votes for the General election. GO HILLARY!!!!!!!!

tren   April 25th, 2008 3:32 pm ET

great move:-)

Nelson - Knoxville   April 25th, 2008 3:32 pm ET

A campain is making efforts to register more people to the party, having meetings to raise more money for the party, the other (out of desparation) is busy shouting about debate after 21 debates and 45 contests. Won't the party members and leaders shine their eyes and see the handwriting on the wall.
Politics is a game of number and at this time the numbers are in Obama's side.

justcantvoteforablackman   April 25th, 2008 3:32 pm ET

You all who are saying you will vote for McCain if Hillary doesn't get the nomination, I have a simple question, Is it because you cannot see yourselves voting for a black man? Or is it a lack of understanding that you have about these candidates overall? What is it that McCain is offering to do for this country that you feel is so much better than what Obama would do? I was curious when I read the news reports that Obama's supporters tended to be well educated with degrees, etc.. and that Clinton supporters were "the blue collar worker". I thought it was odd that they would make such distinction. After reading some comments from Clinton supporters, I now know what they were talking about. Surely race HAS to be a factor here, because CLEARLY OBAMA is the MOST QUALIFIED of ALL THREE!

Ratgurl   April 25th, 2008 3:31 pm ET

~~~When Obama is declared the nominee, I will give as much as I can to the DNC to push him through the election. If he's not, Hillary can fund her own race.

wwf   April 25th, 2008 3:30 pm ET

This is for all of the Clinton supporters. What happened to Hillary? She, as so did you, thought it would be a cake walk. You talk about something being wrong with Obama, but why can't the powerful Clintons, with the help of the Republicans, and everybody else put him away? If Hillary was ssssssooooooo well liked, Obama would have been out before it began. She underestimated her opponent. How? She is the experienced one, leastways that is what she is running on. Hum. Maybe I don't want a President who will underestimate anyone. Bush and company already did that.

The Patriot   April 25th, 2008 3:30 pm ET

Very presumptive............you haven't won yet and God willing, you won't. You are an arrogant man, just like your followers, and yes I mean followers,,,,,,,,,,,,,,you are not a leader.

Hillary or McCain 08

Carolyn   April 25th, 2008 3:30 pm ET

This shows the DNC knows it's over for Hillary...you know they are talking to the superdelegates and it's a forgone conclusion Obama's the nominee.

What's that silence?...oh yeah, no rush of superdelegates to Hillary following PA.

Susan, TX   April 25th, 2008 3:30 pm ET

Jan from Boca Raton, Fl April 25th, 2008 2:47 pm ET

This 50 state registration plan, is it for blacks or whites?

Obama already has 99% of the black vote. The white voters have already made up their minds, MUST BE OBAMA IS GETTING NERVOUS>

Jan, you have got to be kidding me with this statement! Obama has picked up African American, Whites, blue collars etc. voters.

I'm white and my parents are in their late 70's we believe in Obama. He knows how to bring in new voters without regards to race, religion or age. Grow up!

Jim T   April 25th, 2008 3:30 pm ET

the obama camp has every right to get ready for the general election, BILLARY CANNOT WIN IN ANY WAY SHE CAN, she screwed her campaign in any and every way possible, what a disgrace she turned out to be

Michael   April 25th, 2008 3:30 pm ET

it is hard for me not to laugh at all those who think clinton is going to win the nomination.. You are all hoping for super delegates to overturn the peoples vote? What does that make you? Fascists? Obama will win by 10-15% in North Carolina and probably win Indiana also. So then where is clinton? she just lost the last 2 "big" states left. I mean do you really believe your own rhetoric?

mike   April 25th, 2008 3:29 pm ET

Great ...

Obama 08

Allen Friedman--- Henderson, Nevada   April 25th, 2008 3:29 pm ET

This country will remain ignorant as long as we have people that will always bring color of skin into a debate as to how to choose a president. As my friend Forrest Gump used to say " stupid is as stupid does"

MovingOn   April 25th, 2008 3:29 pm ET

loser says:
Obama brushed 14 Million Hillary supporters off his shoulders when he so childishly brushed Hillary off his shoulders.

I believe if you cannot read the full context of his statement where he said he was brushing off the negative comments that come along with campaigning, perhaps you shouldn't spew your skewed comments here.

This is part of the problem with this campaign people are so attached to their politician they exaggerate statements and sound bites to make the other guy/gal look bad. This just serves to make people even more spiteful. The democrats are throwing away the silver platter this presidency was handed to them on, for shame.

Obama all the way...   April 25th, 2008 3:28 pm ET

That's right Barack!!!

I live in NY and WHEN you get the nomination....I will support your movement!! I will volunteer to help with new voter registration!!!

Because I believe in you...and change starts from the bottom up!! You can't do it alone....but we can do it!!

YES WE CAN!!!!

GOBAMA!!!!

Venus   April 25th, 2008 3:28 pm ET

Way to go Obama!

This race is over and has been for some time!

Hillary is broke and behind in all numbers of ever catching up!

It's great to see my rookie take on the Clintons!

Can't imagine anyone who claims to be "Ready On Day 1" --– let a rookie run two laps around her!

It's also great to see her get "bitter" each day as she "clings" to the throne that she thought she own!

Vince   April 25th, 2008 3:28 pm ET

So much ignorance in the first few posts on here. Please keep dumping your money down her hole of lies. All I ask is that since you have been believing her lies this long that you believe the biggest lie she will tell when she says she wants you to support Obama. Just be sure to do what she says then and keep sending in your contributions. We do not need a McBush presidency for 4 more years. And if you people think for one minute Hillary cares one bit about you think about this. She cannot be dillusional enough to think she is going to win this so...she wants one of two things. VP or....she wants McCain to win so she can say I told you so and get the nomination in 4 yrs. She is willing to risk your futures on her aspirations plain and simple. Please step back and look at things objectively becasue there is no way that you Hillary supporters can be that obtuse.

Beverly   April 25th, 2008 3:27 pm ET

California Voter April 25th, 2008 2:44 pm ET
Isn't he being rather presumptive?

No he isn't ,he is being prepared, since he knows he will have very little time after the convention thanks to Hillary.

Relle Boston   April 25th, 2008 3:27 pm ET

Obama 08. He is the best fit for the country. We have real issues that need to be fixed by someone who is not out for self. He cares and it is sad to hear all of the negativity. If you are scared say you are scared. Scared of a black president who will actually do a great job. They are scared that he may actually be able to do what no other president has done and that is bringing the country together.

Alfredo and Diane   April 25th, 2008 3:27 pm ET

I saw Alfredo's post on Huffington last night. He's not very smart.

Diane, that thing
"From the very start of this race there was something about him that I do not like nor do I trust"

That's the color of his skin. You are a racist. His policies line up very close to Clinton's. Both agreed to the same rules regarding FL and MI.

Only one changed her mind when it would suit her best. That is a lack of integrity.

I want integrity in my President. You want white skin.

Edgar - Orlando, Florida   April 25th, 2008 3:27 pm ET

Barak you are the future, but not yet, you should have learned from JFK, he waited for the right time before he came out.

gary   April 25th, 2008 3:27 pm ET

ALL THE O.B. SUPPORTERS AND CLINTON HATERS WILL BE SURPRISED. YOU DID NOTHING BUT TRASH THE CLINTONS ,AND SAID SOME REAL NASTY THINGS ABOUT THEM. WHAT COMES AROUND GOES AROUND. HRC'S SUPPORTERS WILL GET REVENGE BY VOTING REPUBLICAN ,AND YOU ALL DESERVE IT. I HOPE HRC GOES INDAPENDANT AND TOWARD THE REPUBLICANS. I SURE WOULDN'T HELP O.B. AFTER ALL THE --T SHE PUT UP WITH FROM YOU HATERS AND THE MEDIA. HRC LOOSES ,WE ALL LOOSE.

Alberta   April 25th, 2008 3:26 pm ET

California Voter- The only way BillHillary can win is she is selected instead of elected . I am sad to see race is alive and well in the good old USA!

Pete   April 25th, 2008 3:26 pm ET

Hillary had every concievable advantage in this primary. Name recognition, $$, endorsments. Most of us just can't stand her. Deal with it.

Texans for Obama!

lol   April 25th, 2008 3:26 pm ET

another example of obama's arrogance. not so fast, now that rev. wright is back on the talk show circuit I'm sure there will be some more controversy coming obama's way.

Jeremy Sun   April 25th, 2008 3:25 pm ET

Yeah go Obama. Chinese people are supporting you.

Jack, Michigan   April 25th, 2008 3:25 pm ET

good management by the Obama campaign. Their ability to look ahead is why they have an insurmountable lead in elected delegates.

concern citizen   April 25th, 2008 3:25 pm ET

Some of the responses suggest the DNC should go by the 50 state strategy and Obama is not doing so. Lets ask Hillary the reason she is telling the superdelegates she is more electable because she wins the big states. She has suggested in numerous occasions that small states don't matter. She also agreed to strip the delegates in MI and FL before she changed her mind. If 50 states are important, why is it that Hillary is not following that standard but Obama does. Just a thought.

PA voter   April 25th, 2008 3:25 pm ET

That is the man. Let those fat cats of Hillary's know that we are not going to be led by the hook anymore. I want to be heard. It is time as a population to start sticking up for ourselves. Barack just keep praying and listening to your heart. You will be the next president.

Ryan, Los Angeles   April 25th, 2008 3:25 pm ET

Thank you for helping the party Mr. Obama.

Obama OR Hillary '08!!

Beverly   April 25th, 2008 3:25 pm ET

Would any of the clairvoyants on this board who can see that Obama is not electable in the GE to provide tonight's Mega millions numbers.

Mccain is one Dole moment away frm not being elected himself.

Rich   April 25th, 2008 3:25 pm ET

Hillary can't help the DNC because she can hardly help her own financially troubled campaign. Yet, she would sure be screaminng for the DNC to help her were she to somehow steal this election. By the way Sharon in Mn, you better open your eyes. The damage to the democratic party has been done by Clinton's continual negativity and nasty campaign tactics.

Sad Jan   April 25th, 2008 3:24 pm ET

Unfortunately for you Jan, the 50 State Campaign is for Americans. Take your racist views somewhere else.

Obama 08

Observer   April 25th, 2008 3:24 pm ET

Its over but Hillary has to balance her account and pay her bills so please send her lots of money so she can pay off her debt.

After all she should not have to use any of her own money to continue a race that she can not win.

OR for Obama   April 25th, 2008 3:24 pm ET

Hey Diane...48 states managed to follow the rules! It's so simple, Laws and rules are made not so Hillary can try to change them for her benifit. Everyone with an ounce of sense would know that if the tides were turned and Obama was behind and complaining, Hillary would be calling him out as whinny and would uphold the laws set forth by the DNC. She is a hipocrite, and who needs that in the white house. I hope america gets serious and checks into her as a person...not very nice I hear.

Travis   April 25th, 2008 3:24 pm ET

What do you mean Sharon? Clinton is a stastical improbability at this point.

jennyd   April 25th, 2008 3:24 pm ET

Good for you, Obama. You're showing great leadership!!!

Farrell, Houston, Tx   April 25th, 2008 3:24 pm ET

That's what I call "TAKING CARE OF BUSINESS". Democrats for Obama.

Boomer   April 25th, 2008 3:24 pm ET

I can't believe how many people are totally irrational! It's like you are living in a world of fear and superstition! I am a Democrat. I prefer Obama, although I like Clinton too and I was origianlly for her. If she wins the nomination I will support her and vote for her and work for her election. Her policies and Obama's are very very similar. How people say that, if Obama wins (or Hillary), they will vote for McCain is totally incomprehensible to me! Grow up, people! Also, some people seem to be voting on vague feelings of dislike which I suspect, in some cases, is really just racial or gender bias. Again, grow up! I would support either candidate against McCain. WHO IS WITH ME ON THIS???

JK   April 25th, 2008 3:23 pm ET

Jan, its people like you who go to church on sunday and think Jesus was white too. He was Jewish and you probably would not have voted for him either. Sad to continue to live in this type of ignorance.

Zachary   April 25th, 2008 3:23 pm ET

I never knew there were so many racist people who read the New York Times. Diane says that she will not support him and she doesn't know why, but it's something... just come out and say it. I have more respect for overt racists than closet ones like you.

CF   April 25th, 2008 3:23 pm ET

You people that think Hillary will get the nomination are delusional. There is no mathematical way that she can get more delegates, and there is no way the superdelegates will overturn the result. Give it up already. Why isn't anybody pushing her out the door?

lynn   April 25th, 2008 3:23 pm ET

Clinton can't raise enough money to run her own campaign so what good woyuld offering to help the DNC do?

Jan from Florida: Typical white, racist, female Clinton supporter; it ios time America gets beyond the gate of the past!!

Obama 08

Dumpster Dive   April 25th, 2008 3:23 pm ET

While the inauguration is taking place to swear Obama in as our next president, Hillary will be campaigning in a dumpster. She's campaigning for 2012 anyway, so what difference does it make.

Obama 08

Tired of all this flap   April 25th, 2008 3:22 pm ET

Hi Folks. I must respond to Sharon, Minnesota, the first comment on this blog even if she/he doesn't get to read my message. How stupid can you get? Answer this question, how did Obama mess up this political campaign for you all Americans that think Hillary Clinton deserves this election? Be for real, we live in a democracy, not Whiteville. I think an African-American, not deserves, but to compete in this democracy of the US whether it is for President of the United States or as Dogcatcher. Get a grip and open up your minds and move out your racist box honey. Thank you and have a great day.

Alberta   April 25th, 2008 3:22 pm ET

Vote for McCain and continue 4 more years of Bush Adminstration. Sorry SBvoter!

Joint Ticket   April 25th, 2008 3:22 pm ET

Hopefully you all see that we are getting ready for a joint ticket. Now I HATE Hillary as much as any American can, but if she has to be on our ticket I will have to deal with that. We do not have to like each other we just need to win.

PS. All racist people do the WORLD a favor and just die!!!

Obama 08

gary   April 25th, 2008 3:22 pm ET

DONT PUT THE CART BEFORE THE HORSE OBAMA ,AND YOUR SUPPORTERS AND HATERS. THIS RACE ISNT OVER UNTIL AMERICA FIGURES YOU OUT ,AND GIVES THE ELECTION TO OUR REAL LEADER (HRC.) WE DONT NEED AN ON THE JOB TRAINING CANIDATE IN OFFICE. YOU CANT TAKE THE PRESSURE FROM HRC WITHOUT WHINING. YOUR BETTER OF BEING A PREACHER. YOU HAD 20 YRS. EXPERIENCE WITH THAT ISSUE.

Jake, California   April 25th, 2008 3:22 pm ET

Hillary folks will only say hateful things against this because their 'smart lady' didn't think of it at first....I bet she's going to start doing the same thing and claim she started it...watch out!

Greggort   April 25th, 2008 3:22 pm ET

It Obama! Who else. It is a time for real change .. not lip service.

Ratgurl   April 25th, 2008 3:22 pm ET

When Obama is declared the nominee, I will give as much as I can to the DNC to push him through the election. If he's not, Hillary can fund her own race.

REPUBLICAN   April 25th, 2008 3:21 pm ET

This is just another cocky move by senator OBAMA! He doesnt have this election wrapped up he should focus on actually winning before this even starts. Clinton is more electable.

Clinton or Mcain 08

I might add im a far right wing republican really considering my options.

Why not?????   April 25th, 2008 3:21 pm ET

He started running for president before he had time to arrange his Senate office. Wonder how dusty it is with the lack of attention to any of the details of a Senator. Oh, thats right, he isn't much for details and misplaces or loses things.

Felix   April 25th, 2008 3:21 pm ET

That is a great strategic move. We have to start to plan our strategy against McCane. Oh, is that not how it is spelled?

lucyna, Seattle   April 25th, 2008 3:21 pm ET

Hillary wil bury anybody alive to be nominated. I she will not be, then she will work behind the scens to make Obama lose the election. I am surprised the her supporters are so nerrow-minded and don't see for who she realy is.

Mike, Indianapolis IN   April 25th, 2008 3:21 pm ET

Paaaleeeeeezzzzzz.

Hillary can't seem to manage the meager bucks she's getting from all the bitter old cat food chomping old biddies who give to her. She runs through that money like Mark Penn through doughnuts.

Why is it she wants little old ladies to "give" to her campaign, yet she's only willing to lend to it???

jk   April 25th, 2008 3:21 pm ET

Arrogant isn't he or his team. Maybe he thinks he's BUYING the DNC?? If he does, I'm voting for McCain

Tyrone Brown, Seattle, WA   April 25th, 2008 3:20 pm ET

The Democratic Party needs this forward momentum. I think that it is a brilliant move to begin a joint-fundraising and voter registration effort with the DNC. We will have a nominee very soon, but now the focus needs to be on the real problems – McCain and the Republican machine.

Forward, forward, forward to November.

Tyrone Brown
Seattle, WA

Sharon Is An Idiot   April 25th, 2008 3:20 pm ET

Sharon from Minnesota,

You are an idiot.

Keith   April 25th, 2008 3:20 pm ET

Obama is too too cocky....who does he think he is? He has not won...he will wind up with egg on his face....what an idiot!

Robert in Toronto,ON   April 25th, 2008 3:20 pm ET

This IS forward thinking. And I think the superdelegates will see this and know that Obama feels he is the candidate to do this. For the record, Clinton has also had her own talks so don't dismiss this as hmi being "arrogant"

But it is him being more "realistic".

By the way, CNN – please STOP putting on Lanny David. The guy is the WORST Clinton supporter outside of Kiki McLean.

Joseph in PA   April 25th, 2008 3:20 pm ET

Sen. Obama = Leadership
Sen. Obama = Vision
Sen. Obama = Hope
Sen. Obama = Inspiration
Sen. Obama = Dialogue
Sen. Obama = Dignity
Sen. Obama = Integrity

Sen Obama = What the country needs.

Thank you Sen Clinton for your service to the country and your desire to serve us further as President, but that will not be necessary. God bless you and your campaign. You helped make Sen. Obama a stronger and tougher candidate. I know we all have you and your supporters on board now to help change the course of the last 8 years of tyranny and deception and greed for a few.

Joseph in PA

windrider   April 25th, 2008 3:20 pm ET

jj sez: If someone donates 2300, half of that is suppose to only be for the general isn't it??????"

NO! Individual donors are limited to $2300 for the primary and $2300 for the general election. McCain already spent his primary money. He's got lots left over but he can't spend it until after the GOP convention. Clinton was $10+ million in debt at the end of March; the donations she got right after the PA election will barely pay off her debt AND she has tapped out almost all her major donors. She's either got to mobilize a VERY large base of small online donors in a hurry or her wealthy donors will have to set up 527s which can advocate her issues but which cannot endorse her as a candidate...and she's got to do all that in the next 6 weeks to win enough states and elected delegates to be persuasive to the superdelegates.

I do think it's interesting that DNC elites who've been joined at the hip with the Clintons for 16 years are not rushing to endorse her. Maybe they too are dreading the toxic campaign she will surely attract (and run) in the general. You may think she's been "fully vetted", but there's a lot of stuff she's been able to keep quiet, like her historical involvement with the Black Panthers and the self-avowed Communist law firm (Treuhaft). I'm sure this isn't all there is, but I'm betting the GOP knows more and we'll sure hear about it if she's awarded the nomination by superdelegates instead of the voters.

Republican Hillary   April 25th, 2008 3:19 pm ET

Is Hillary a Republican? I'm serious, she's acting like one, complete with the Rovian playbook.

hello   April 25th, 2008 3:19 pm ET

Who ever writes in this tickers has computer to write but Hillary is supported by people who are poor and w/ this 8 years of this admin. they are in majority.

AMB   April 25th, 2008 3:19 pm ET

This middle-aged white woman thinks the 50 state registration is a terrific idea!! Jan in Boca–what a racist remark!! You are obviously a Billary supporter who's getting nervous about Obama's presumtive nomination. SHAME!!!! The registration plan can is a fabulous way to be sure everyone's voice is heard. Let's bring in more young people, more folks who've never voted before, those who wish to change party and join the Democrats as we take back the White House.

Hey, why didn't Hillary think of this? Oh, that's right, it would be taking the high road and we all know that she doesn't have a map for that route!

How Arrogant   April 25th, 2008 3:19 pm ET

Obama must know something the rest of us don't know if he is so sure he is going to get the nomination. The Obama supporters keep yelping that Hillary will steal the election somehow, well it just might be that Obama is doing back door manuvering to get the nomination since he seems so confident.

I hear Hamas wants him to win – what does that tell America????

Sandi   April 25th, 2008 3:19 pm ET

Let's be sure we don't just register them, but get folks to the polls. The youth vote is being touted as critical but doesn't have the best record of actually showing up and voting....we need follow through!

KA, Canada   April 25th, 2008 3:18 pm ET

Go Hill.

I like your idea that 50% of voters will not vote for Obama, By my math, there are about 40% of Clinton Supporters who will NOT support Obama. That means that approximately 16% of voters will not vote for Obama. maybe you should get some more education.

Jay   April 25th, 2008 3:18 pm ET

The Hillary campaign is still IN DEBT. Obama is making money. They key point here is that Obama is able to fund both his campaign and the DNC, while Hillary is not even able to fund herself. Speaking neutrally, Hillary is unable to contribute to the Democratic Party and this is a good move from the Obama campaign.

In the end, we are fighting for the nomination of the Democratic Party, not the nomination of the Hillary or Obama popularity election...

The Match-up   April 25th, 2008 3:18 pm ET

Obama/Biden against McCain/Clinton in the November.

Cammi317   April 25th, 2008 3:17 pm ET

Do not twist things. He did not brush Hillary off of his shoulders, he brushed off the negativity aimed towards him. There is a difference.

Charlotte   April 25th, 2008 3:17 pm ET

If this is a done deal, why is it still so close? In the big scheme of things, it is very close.

An American in Canada   April 25th, 2008 3:17 pm ET

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Diane   April 25th, 2008 3:17 pm ET

Whatever the plan, count me in. He is the man and the ONLY candidate who can take this country in a positive direction.

Hillary and the GOP are not bigger than God.

Obama 08

Eddie G   April 25th, 2008 3:16 pm ET

Obama all the way to the White House!

Victoria   April 25th, 2008 3:16 pm ET

It's about time. Keep looking ahead, Obama, and let hillary keep believing the numbers in her fictional, delusional world.

Alfredo   April 25th, 2008 3:16 pm ET

The one who should make plans for the general election is Hillary.

Eric   April 25th, 2008 3:16 pm ET

Just shows Obama is willing to Unite the Democratic Party where Hilary is trying to Ruin it. Hilary = Close door Republican??

common sense   April 25th, 2008 3:15 pm ET

Jan from Boca Raton, Fl: You don't even make sense. Whether Obama comes out on top or not, this will help the Democratic Party.

Please leave ignorant comments off here CNN!

At least someone is doing something for the GOOD OF THE PARTY! WAY TO SHOW SOME LEADERSHIP OBAMA!!!!!!!!!!

Smiley from Conyers, GA   April 25th, 2008 3:15 pm ET

So many of you who comment on this blog are racist beyond recognition. You're so unwilling to give someone else a chance. What makes Hillary so qualified? Is it because she lies better than your average politician.

I used to have respect for her. I even chose her as my candidate before Obama. All of that has changed. Her negativity has completely turned me off. Everytime I hear her speak it makes me want to throw up in my stomach.

Those of you who say you'll never vote for Obama were never considering giving him your vote anyway. He never had your vote so what does it matter?

Blake, San Diego   April 25th, 2008 3:15 pm ET

Anti-Obama, Anti-Hillary... Do you people even take a look at the bigger picture? If you vote McCain in the fall, regardless of who you support now, you're voting against everything the democratic candidates represent. A vote for McCain is a vote against morality and a vote for ultra conservative ideals.

Just look at the big picture.

Democrats '08

Sylvia   April 25th, 2008 3:15 pm ET

I just gave HIlary $50

Nancy Nola   April 25th, 2008 3:15 pm ET

THIS IS WHY I SUPPORT OBAMA, HE IS A LEADER, WAY TO GO OBAMA.

Susan MO   April 25th, 2008 3:14 pm ET

It will be Clinton & McCain in the election.

Why Clinton?

Intelligent, experienced, and is for the people.

Why not Obama?

He was critical to the good people of Pennsylvania. We do not need a president who slams Americans.
Also, not experienced enough to be president.

We have thought about the two alot.

Hillary 08!!

Hillary 08 :)

Tamika   April 25th, 2008 3:14 pm ET

You are right.. the reason the supers havnt formed a single file line towards Hillary is simple: they know her alot better than we do. Especially the elected officials.. they know she's shady and her hubby too...they know it would be a co-presidency at its worse.. it'll be the 90's all over again... oh.. and Thank you to every blogger who's had the guts to mention past and current Clinton scandals on these posts.. i was going crazy thinking i was the only one with sense!!! The media isnt going to help us so we're on our own here. Our latest examples are as such: Why isnt the Hillary Movie being covered? Peter Paul case is still in business..Wright being called to "spiritually advise" for the Clintons during impeaching. Penn isnt fired just moved around like the campaign monies Clinton have a knack for. One collects from Nafta.. the other opposes.. but both prosper. Man i could go on and on but you tube gives you a sample with the full version of Hillary the Movie(without DVD purchase..meaning its free people!)

arm yourself with knowledge

Independent   April 25th, 2008 3:14 pm ET

Obviously the DNC wanted to send the message to Clinton that she isn't going to be the nominee – something everyone with half a brain already knows but she can't seem to figure out.

Woohoo!   April 25th, 2008 3:13 pm ET

He be stupid.

isn't it ironic?   April 25th, 2008 3:13 pm ET

This is the ultimate irony for the Obama supporters (the smart and educated people) to ponder:

IF Obama is our nominee, it is because the Washington Insiders that he speaks against (Superdelegates) GIVE the nomination to him.

It will NOT be because he convinced the electorate with his inspiring words of hope and change.

Hillary STILL got 50% of the vote even being sabotaged and throttled and handicapped.

Maggie   April 25th, 2008 3:13 pm ET

Jan from Boca Raton, . . .This 50 state registration plan is for everyone who calls themselves democrats, regardless of what race they may be.
Senator Obama has votes from all different races. So maybe that means
that they are 100% INTELLIGENT enough to look past someone's race.
And if they are not, then I would tell them that since Obama is both
white and black, they can vote for the white half.(See how stupid prejudice sounds?).

Obama for All Americans 08.

Terry   April 25th, 2008 3:13 pm ET

Silly Nobama. You're not even the nominee. And if you are, you won't win the election in November, the one that COUNTS. You must be drinking your own Koolaid. The one that can win is Hillary. You're a Dukakis, don't you see it???

Smiley from Conyers, GA   April 25th, 2008 3:11 pm ET

Obama has damaged the party? Are you serious? C'mon people please do your research. Stop believing everything you hear! Clinton is so arrogant and full of it.

Everyone is complaining that the majority of African-Americans are voting for Obama, how about the majority of WHITE WOMEN who vote for Hillary? African-Americans only make up 13% of the US population. I don't think that number is large enough to put him in the lead. Goodness gracious, you people are going to give me a stroke you're so misinformed!

Again, I ask that you do your research before you make these statements. And for the record, we're not black, we're BROWN!!!! Learn your colors!

Deb, IN   April 25th, 2008 3:11 pm ET

That's a little arrogant if you ask me.... HE IS NOT ELECTABLE!!!!!!!! BLUE COLLAR WHITE voters will not vote for him. I should know I'm one of them.

Andrew Goff   April 25th, 2008 3:11 pm ET

Hillary Clinton:2008 :: Ralph Nader:2000

Got it?

caucus math   April 25th, 2008 3:10 pm ET

The only math that puts Obama ahead is the math of the flawed, undemocratic caucuses.

Barb Canada   April 25th, 2008 3:10 pm ET

He goes out as a politician and says what he has to say as a politician, and I say what I say as a pastor.....Translation.....he lies, he's a politician. I tell the truth, I am a pastor! So the fact that you say you "patch your suits" I don't believe you!

8 to 1   April 25th, 2008 3:09 pm ET

Obama: Huh, umm, I... well... I only do caucuses. That way one vote earns me 8 times the number of delegates as one primary vote earns me.

That is the Obama type of cheater's math.

Michael   April 25th, 2008 3:08 pm ET

Forward thinking is the goal, just be sure to get Hillary OUT of the race beforehand.

Pepou62   April 25th, 2008 3:08 pm ET

Sharon Minnesota : Who has done the MOST damage to the democratic party ? Hillary C. with all her kitchen sink attacks, lies and deception. Even ther NYTimes who endorsed her has buyer remorse !

Whimp   April 25th, 2008 3:08 pm ET

Will the general election be a caucus?

Obama only does caucuses.

He needs his thugs to force a win.

He needs just a few voters to count as if they were many voters.

Wang LI   April 25th, 2008 3:07 pm ET

I've just sent $100 to Obama following PA...
Go Obama !

Allen Friedman--- Henderson, Nevada   April 25th, 2008 3:07 pm ET

I think that it would be very useful if Barack were to name a Vice Presidentental candidate soon as to let this country know that others will be involved in major decisions that he makes. There are two candidates that would be very helpful to his candidacy and they are ex senator Sam Nunn of Georgia and senator James Webb of Virginia. Both of these men would be a big plus for the Obama candidacy.

mama4obama   April 25th, 2008 3:07 pm ET

I love a guy with vision.....

Keep your eye on the ball buddy....

OBAMA 08.

I sure bet that pisses the HillBilly's off...since he has basically brushed them off as competition. Love it .....LOVE IT!!!!!

Debbie, NJ   April 25th, 2008 3:05 pm ET

It doesn't matter whether you like Obama or that you will not vote for him come the general election, the fact remains, he has more delegates, (and they're leaving Clinton everyday. Did you hear about the lastest one. Her fundraiser has left her and gone with Obama.),
he has won more states, he has the popular vote(even with FL she'll still be behind). And you talk about owing people and buying votes. Here are the lobbyist she owes
Senator Hillary Clinton has taken over $800,000 from lobbyists, more money than any other candidate — Republican or Democrat:
Over $130,000 from energy lobbyists
Over $130,000 from drug company lobbyists
Over $125,000 from health care and insurance lobbyists.”
Energy: $442,800
Pharmaceuticals/health products: $450,450
Hospitals, health services/HMOs and insurance companies: $552,050
Health professionals: $114,755.
And for you who say if she doesn't win you'll vote for McCain. Ditto. If Hillary manages to steal the election most blacks, single moms,young voters, new voters and independents will vote for McCain.

Rabika   April 25th, 2008 3:05 pm ET

well said... Dan from CO

OBAMA '08

irony   April 25th, 2008 3:05 pm ET

This is the ultimate irony for the Obama supporters (the smart and educated people) to ponder:

IF Obama is our nominee, it is because the Washington Insiders that he speaks against (Superdelegates) GIVE the nomination to him.

It will NOT be because he convinced the electorate with his inspiring words of hope and change.

Hillary STILL got 50% of the vote even after being sabotaged and throttled and handicapped.

Helene   April 25th, 2008 3:05 pm ET

I have already registered to help the Obama campaign win the general election and I am very excited about it. Several of my friends have joined me as well.

CANADA VOX   April 25th, 2008 3:04 pm ET

TO JAN FROM BOCA RATS,...IS THERE A CROSS BURNING FESTIVAL HAPPENING? SO MANY WHITE HOODED WIZARDS COMING OUT ALL AT ONCE.

MMN - Milwaukee WI   April 25th, 2008 3:04 pm ET

Obama is doing it so did other good leaders:
Jesse Jackson, Louis Farrakhan, & Jeremiah Wright were all in a delegation to gain freedom of captured US servicemen, while others were dodging sniper fire in the Baltics (Yugoslavia/Bosnia region) but ts the silly season for elections when leadership is redefined for nondoers who claim credit for what others have done.

Concerned Canadian   April 25th, 2008 3:03 pm ET

Barack Hussein Obama's campaign is going all over the place...a sign of anxiety and insecurity....lack of confidence...worried of losing...this guy Barack is not viable anymore.

Hillary 08.....she's solid.

DJ, LA, CA   April 25th, 2008 3:02 pm ET

Obama please also focus more on these issues:

1) REDUCING THE INFLUENCE OF LOBBIES – Recommend new legislation for reforms and greater scrutiny of Congress to prevent additional corruption/bribery (i.e.: Duke Cunningham, Jefferson, etc).

2) GREATER TRANSPARENCY IN GOVT – No more Bush/Cheny style meetings behind closed doors with Energy/Oil energy executives to form domestic policy.

david goldman for OBAMA   April 25th, 2008 3:02 pm ET

WE ARE MORE THAN WILLING TO PAY AS PROVEN

BY OUR SUPPORT OF SEN.OBAMA..

AS LONG AS THE NOMINATION IS FAIR WE WILL START

DONATING TO THE DNC, BIG TIME.

Karin   April 25th, 2008 3:02 pm ET

Well to tell you the truth ......this is what Obama needs to do any..... and to the supporter of Obama let keep putting up the money each month so he can have more then enough to do whats needed.......I know I will ....because Hillary is just playing a game with Obama....and the game shes trying to play is if I cant win then I'm going to make sure you dont win.......If shes a leader like she says she is then she knows ....it just like working on a team ....if you see that someone on the team is stronger in an area......that you work......you give that area to that person...not try to take that person down....but move to the side and let that person work it and work along with them to make it all come together and work for the best for the team........Now thats what you call a leader.....

Peter, Indianapolis   April 25th, 2008 3:02 pm ET

Senator Obama has been the best organizer and fundraiser out of all of the candidates. This is only just a sample of how he plans to run the
country. Hillary is near broke and has run a terrible campaign. This is
not a good sign that she knows what she is doing, let alone running the
country. After all of her years of so-called experience, she has done nothing profound. Obama has shown that he is a staunch professional organizer and will act on behalf of the American people.

Obama 08.

Dennis in Spokane   April 25th, 2008 3:01 pm ET

The 50 state registration plan is going to bring more people into the process and that's a great thing for democracy. Bush tells everyone to go shopping instead of participating in their own government. Hillary practices the same sort of elitism. Obama is the peoples choice.

OZ   April 25th, 2008 3:01 pm ET

For those of you who see the racial side of politics, Obama maybe getting 90% plus of the black vote, but keep in mind that in all other presidential elections in the history of our country blacks voted 100% for whites.

Nando, Florida   April 25th, 2008 3:01 pm ET

Also One of Hillary's Major Contributors is Jumping ship today to Obama she is done and out of money they see the writing on the wall Barak has the nomination he will let her Hissy Fit and scream he will just ignore her and we have Moved on to the BIG FISH MCCSAME AS BUSH. HILLARY WANTS TO KEEP RUNNING SHE CAN BECAUSE HER SENATE SEAT IS WHAT SHE WILL HAVE TO WORRY ABOUT WHEN SHE IS UP FOR RE-ELECTION BECAUSE GULIANI WILL GIVE HER A RUN FOR HER MONEY WITH THE SPITZER SCANDAL .

Tim from Florida   April 25th, 2008 3:00 pm ET

Why didn't he agree back in March to help Florida and Michigan
do a recount .Clinton signed off on it but he would not .He doesn't about us Florida voters .Well thats why he is down 30 points against McCain here and Clinton is up 10.Our vote should count as much as any other state .And the Dems will need Florida in the general election .If he is going to hand out money he should of back 2 months ago .Sounds like he is the one trying to buy the election now .

Mk   April 25th, 2008 3:00 pm ET

ohh noooo Mr and Mrs Bill
Major Clinton Fundraiser defects to Obama Campaign???
...

least worthy   April 25th, 2008 2:58 pm ET

We have already had 8 years of a boastful. cocky, swaggering, petulant child in the white house.

We do not need Obama to give us more of the same schoolyard mockery and jeering.

Obama lost my vote.

AZM   April 25th, 2008 2:57 pm ET

Didn't know he finally got the 2000 delegates he needed?

Oh...yea... he doesn't...

NoBABA No WAY....

Kyle   April 25th, 2008 2:57 pm ET

If he can do this, then he can let us know if he plans to keep his word about taking public financing for the general election.

Ric   April 25th, 2008 2:57 pm ET

I dont think its about winning anymore. Basically Hillary is going to leave 1/2 the Democrats wondering if they've back the wrong candidate. If he loses, expect HUGE "told you so" moments. Alot of us left this game a long time ago.
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Lets Get Ready for Change!   April 25th, 2008 2:57 pm ET

TEAM OBAMA :)

Grif   April 25th, 2008 2:51 pm ET

Well, I did Say! Dictator.............

Trenton Sims, Los Angeles   April 25th, 2008 2:51 pm ET

Thats Right Barack.. Just Brush off your shoulders..:)

Marshall in Nebraska   April 25th, 2008 2:51 pm ET

Keep it up Barak and next thing you know you will be in the Whitehouse.

Kay-Arizona   April 25th, 2008 2:51 pm ET

Great. I'm sure Hillary will appreciate the information when she wins.

Roy P   April 25th, 2008 2:50 pm ET

He does not have the electoral votes to win a national campaign. Wake up, someone please tell these people they are hurting this party.

Michael Lorton, Virginia   April 25th, 2008 2:50 pm ET

"The Obama team had entered into a joint fundraising operation with the Democratic National Committee." It would appear that the DNC is aligning with the forerunner in the lead..........Has the DNC already made their decision on the nominee? Almost a win-win situation for Obama and Hillary.........he wins Democratic nomination........Hillary get her debts paid off........interesting.

HillarywillGoHell   April 25th, 2008 2:50 pm ET

Good job by the Obama campaign we need to focus on John McBush forget hillary she bark as much as she wants don't give attention to her we need to win this year we can not afford to have another republican in the white house it is time for superdelegates to make up their mind and rally behind our nominnee Obama and beat those so called conservative republicans that I call false christians.

stacy   April 25th, 2008 2:49 pm ET

I am moving to the Republican party from being a Democrat for over
40 years.

Alonzo Demetrius   April 25th, 2008 2:49 pm ET

You are wasting your time, Obama, and lots of poor folks' money. You will not be elected because you are a racist and a fool. You have disregarded the wisdom of your elders and spent your fortunes on trying to trick the foolish young with your talk-talk-talk of hope and change. We elders have heard your kind many times before and don't trust you, don't want you.

Paul   April 25th, 2008 2:49 pm ET

Uh Oh, now we are going to see Clinton and all her supporters kicking and screaming and throwing temper tantrums. The DNC has joined the Obama team for a joint fundraising plan for the general election? What does that tell you Hillary? You are just going through the motions and this race is over.

joe   April 25th, 2008 2:48 pm ET

that is the way to go I will be sending money to DNC if only if Obama is a nominee. Common Clinton let is go to the next level try to run 2016.

debbie   April 25th, 2008 2:47 pm ET

Stay focused!!!!!

sue   April 25th, 2008 2:47 pm ET

I'M GLAD SOMEONE CARES ABOUT THE PARTY!

Jan from Boca Raton, Fl   April 25th, 2008 2:47 pm ET

This 50 state registration plan, is it for blacks or whites?

Obama already has 99% of the black vote. The white voters have already made up their minds, MUST BE OBAMA IS GETTING NERVOUS>

SBvoter   April 25th, 2008 2:46 pm ET

I don't know why he's making plans for the general election. If Hillary doesn't win-McCain is my man.
sorry obama

Debby   April 25th, 2008 2:45 pm ET

Good idea, but I hope Obama waits till he is the nominee and not buy it because the DNC is low on cash.

USAF Sr. Airman   April 25th, 2008 2:45 pm ET

He might as well be making these plans. He's pretty much been the nominee for 6 weeks now. Why oh why won't Clinton leave the race? She must be a closet Republican trying to harm the Democratic party on purpose.

Michigan   April 25th, 2008 2:45 pm ET

Get out of the way Hillary.

GOD IS IN CONTROL   April 25th, 2008 2:44 pm ET

That is so great.... The clintons will fail this time.

Kevin   April 25th, 2008 2:44 pm ET

The DNC needs Obama. Let's move forward.

dEMOBRAT   April 25th, 2008 2:44 pm ET

Well, I guess The Republicans were okay in starting their general Election Slam on Obama then.

Good luck Baby-O

Alfredo   April 25th, 2008 2:44 pm ET

Is Clyburn's comments about Bill in one of your tactics again...

Why don't Clyburn say something about Wright's and Obama's lying bizzarre. Why because they are African Americans. You are bizarre. Grow up.

You are the one who is bizzare and a disgrace. Racial discrimination against African American has been overused and misused. Actually you are now beginning to be racial. To get away with bad comments and bad behavior you will always use the racial issue as an EXCUSE. Shut up.

Beware North Carolinians and Indianians….Obama lied and just a Politician.

California Voter   April 25th, 2008 2:44 pm ET

Isn't he being rather presumptive?

Dan in CO   April 25th, 2008 2:44 pm ET

More evidence that Obama is more about Democrats (all of them, in every office), while the Clintons are all about her (and his!) own personal ambitions.

Chris   April 25th, 2008 2:43 pm ET

Good one. Obama. Always be one step ahead. Obama camp is very well organized and it is no surprise they are doing this.

Anyway May 6, I am planning a BBQ to celebrate Obama's victory and departure of Hillary from the Democratic party. Obama is going to win both Indiana and NC.

loser   April 25th, 2008 2:43 pm ET

Obama brushed 14 Million Hillary supporters off his shoulders when he so childishly brushed Hillary off his shoulders.

Not only is that NOT presidential...but that kind of cocky, swaggering is just like Bush. And... it IS going negative.

I did not vote for Bush, I will not vote for Obama.

jj   April 25th, 2008 2:43 pm ET

Oh, so now he's buying the DNC to get them to sway the superdelegates. How much of HIS MONEY THAT HE GOT is for the general election. If someone donates 2300, half of that is suppose to only be for the general isn't it?????? no wondering he is out spending Clinton, he's using all the funds and none that he can't touch. That;'s funny, you say how much Clinton can't touch because it's for the general election, BUT YOU HAVE NEVER SAID HOW MUCH OBAMA HAS TO PUT ASIDE???????

elizabeth   April 25th, 2008 2:43 pm ET

isn't he the presumptive nominee?

Bitter and voting for Obama   April 25th, 2008 2:42 pm ET

Listen America! Could you ask yourselves one question? Why haven't the remaining super delegates endorsed Hillary by now? This happens to be a woman whom they have known for years. They have known Obama only for a few years. If at this time they are still undecided, it only means that they really don't want to endorse Hillary.
If they wanted her they would have endorsed her from day one. But they are willing to give Obama a chance praying that he turns out to be someone more better, honest and genuine than her. So their resistance in endorsing anyone will only work in his favor........something to ponder!

ds   April 25th, 2008 2:42 pm ET

The dem candidate should have been able to to do this a couple of months ago.

Fraser from Maryland   April 25th, 2008 2:42 pm ET

Good for Obama! He's moving forward and trying to unify the Democratic party and raise money for the DNC. True leadership. Well done!

Alfredo   April 25th, 2008 2:42 pm ET

You don't have to...you don't deserve to be the future president.. You are merely just POLITICIAN according to Wright...

EC   April 25th, 2008 2:42 pm ET

Way to GO Sen. Obama!!

Money talks and BS walks, if Sen. Clinton could not reach an agreement, Oh well. Let the most savvy and best organized LEAD the way and set a new RECORD.

Sen. Clinton might want to take notes.

Grif   April 25th, 2008 2:42 pm ET

Then you don't call this,,, Pressumtion????

South Sider, Chicago, IL   April 25th, 2008 2:42 pm ET

Great, Go Obama. Glad to hear you're helping out the DNC!

Go Obama   April 25th, 2008 2:41 pm ET

Now thats what I am talking about...... now thats what I call the start of bringing the party together....next the COUNTRY!

GOOOOOOOOOOOO OBAMA!

You got my Vote...

fred   April 25th, 2008 2:41 pm ET

Arrogant!!!!

I hope he loses!!!

Momma for Obama MN   April 25th, 2008 2:41 pm ET

Yes We Can and this time we will make sure Senator Obama is in all ballots, so clinton can not get away again..as she has been doing.....
thank you

Go Hill   April 25th, 2008 2:41 pm ET

The DNC, the democratic party elites, screwed up.

They fixed the election for Obama- then…
All the Kennedy, Kerry, Shriver endorsements advantaged Obama.
The Celebrity bandwagon led by Oprah, advantaged Obama.
The infatuated Media and their biased coverage and scrutiny of the candidates, advantaged Obama.
Flawed caucus format- advantaged Obama
Discounting Fl and Mi voters- advantaged Obama.

All that and all he has (still) is just a narrow, narrow lead.

Now the DNC will force the Superdelgates to go against the rules and vote for Obama- in hopes of salvaging this chaotic primary mess.

They do that, not because those are the rules- the rules are quite the contrary. They do it because they are afraid of alienating the newly registered democrats and the very vocal African American community.

They should worry more about alienating the REST of America- including 50% of the democrats who will NOT vote for Obama.

Slowpoke   April 25th, 2008 2:40 pm ET

Clinton should work on this also. It helps both of them.

Florida For Obama   April 25th, 2008 2:40 pm ET

He wouldn't do this without clear sygnal from the DNC. It's like she's getting more and more irrelevant. Her dirty ways will be her downfall.

Matthew, Philadelphia, PA   April 25th, 2008 2:40 pm ET

Thanks Barack. Hillary appreicates you getting things ready for her to win in November. Don't worry, you'll still be a valuable member of the team.

Kathy Corey   April 25th, 2008 2:39 pm ET

Too bad those pesky voters don't agree with Obama's inevitability.

Rob   April 25th, 2008 2:38 pm ET

Best political move of the campaign thus far. No more speculation, no more in-fighting...on to the general election. THIS is moving forward. THIS is a step towards uniting the Democrats. THIS is why Barack Obama is a leader worthy of the nomination.

HRC's campaign may be trying to get it done, but Obama's already done it. Sooooo...who's ready to get things done on day one?

Demonstration of leadership and unification, growing the party, focusing on November...exactly what is there left to argue about?

Case closed.

chris   April 25th, 2008 2:37 pm ET

Finally, SOMEONE is thinking about helping the PARTY!

58 old white ladies for OBAMA   April 25th, 2008 2:37 pm ET

SOME OF HILLARY'S LOBBYISTS & DNC SUPPORTERS

WAND TO PRESSURE THE DNC TO SUPPORT HILLARY.

AND THEREBY HOLDING OUT ON SUPPORT. AS SHOWN

BY THE LARGE SUMS GIVEN BY US THE VOTERSTO

SEN.OBAMA, WE WILL GIVE TO THE DNC. GUARANTEED.

Mike   April 25th, 2008 2:37 pm ET

Sad waste of time. It is not over. Save your money to secure it first.

Stacy Clarks, TX   April 25th, 2008 2:37 pm ET

wooo hooo!!

LET'S GO DEMOCRATS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

DEMOCRATS IN 08!!!!!!!!!!!!

honkey white guy from cali   April 25th, 2008 2:37 pm ET

Yea that is called forethought and leadership!

Who would have thought? A presidential candidate that in a virtual sea of corrupt Washington bull dogs. Not only will win the nomination, but also take HRC out of the race the all but crowned queen.

If for nothing else I am glad to know that she no longer has a ghost chance of winning in November against Mc Cain

Go Obama 08 Yes We Can! One state at a time from the ground up!

Good Ideas   April 25th, 2008 2:32 pm ET

Obama 2008!!

Keeping it positive and looking at the big picture – the general election!!

James   April 25th, 2008 2:31 pm ET

Yes. This is the right step. Hillary should stop her destruction. Go Obama.

Obama Girl 2   April 25th, 2008 2:30 pm ET

THis is what Obama needs to do. Ignore Clinton and move with General eelection campaign. It's a waste of time to worry about HRC. She's done.! its the media that wants to keep this going

Diane   April 25th, 2008 2:30 pm ET

Will not be supporting Barack Obama if he should become the nominee. From the very start of this race there was something about him that I do not like nor do I trust. He has yet to prove himself to people like myself, he has no substance and is all talk. The fact the the DNC has yet to make a decision regarding FL and MI is very disturbing and the party leaders are flawed in their judgement. The country is based on fifty states and the process and the nominee should come from the voices of all fifty states. Nothing else is acceptable.

vic nashville,Tn   April 25th, 2008 2:29 pm ET

LOL

Diana, MN   April 25th, 2008 2:29 pm ET

Excellent move, which shows great leadership by Obama. Sign me up.

BTW, I just sent another check for $100.

Obama 08

Mr. C.   April 25th, 2008 2:29 pm ET

Yeah Hillary "Discussion" is only what its going to be with your camp and the DNC. We all know that you are not going to be the nominee... Your camp is broke.

Scott   April 25th, 2008 2:28 pm ET

I love this "let's move forward with our plan" style campaign. Forget Hillary and focus on the November election. Great job Sen. Obama!

Eric-PA   April 25th, 2008 2:28 pm ET

Don't waste your time BO, you're not going to get the nomination, you're not electable!!! I expect the superdelegates to use common sense and pick the person who can win the nomination and that person clearly is Hillary. Her baggage has been rummaged through for years. Obama's actions will come back to haunt him and the GOP will make Rev Wright and Bill Ayers big hits this summer. You can count on it.

Jane   April 25th, 2008 2:28 pm ET

It will be Barack Obama and John McCain in the General Election.

When Barack Obama is sworn in as President in January, Hillary will still be campaigning. LOL

BARACK '08

Sharon Minnesota   April 25th, 2008 2:25 pm ET

Thanks Obama, you're just making it easier for Hillary to win. You should spend all those dollars you raked in to help the democratic party after all the damage you have done in this primary season.

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