April 28, 2008
Posted: 09:31 AM ET

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Clinton is pushing for more primary season debates.
Clinton is pushing for more primary season debates.

WILMINGTON, North Carolina (CNN) – Ignoring Barack Obama’s insistence that he won’t participate in a debate before North Carolina and Indiana’s May 6 primaries, Hillary Clinton again challenged her opponent on Sunday night to a Lincoln-Douglas style debate without moderators.

“I have to say, I am very, very regretful that my opponent will not agree to a debate in North Carolina,” Clinton said to loud cheers as she wrapped up a rally. “We could even do it on the back of a flat-bed truck, it doesn’t even have to be in some fancy studio somewhere.”

Obama told reporters he would rather spend his time before May 6 “reaching out to folks” than being in a studio. A Clinton spokesman said she will continue to push for a debate.

Clinton also tackled two major economic problems in Sunday night’s speech. She suggested a gas tax holiday would be possible by imposing a windfall profits tax on oil companies and then called on the president and Congress to join her in halting the home foreclosures of service members.

“I was so upset when I learned recently that so many of our soldiers who are serving right now on combat tours of duty are losing their homes to foreclosure,” said Clinton. “We should immediately stop any home foreclosure against any member of the military serving on combat duty right now.”

Clinton campaigns in North Carolina Monday before returning to Indiana on Tuesday

Filed under: Hillary Clinton


Phil   April 28th, 2008 11:34 am ET

Can you blame him for not debating her.

She keeps wiping the floor with him.

That man is just too JV.

yes   April 28th, 2008 11:34 am ET

Obama just can't debate. He has NO IDEAS.

diana   April 28th, 2008 11:32 am ET

haven't they already had 20 something debates?

if I were Obama I'd say no, too-especially to Clinton! she is beyond tiresome.

Obama's time is better spent talking to the people on the campaign trail.

go, Obama
go away, Clinton.

Donah   April 28th, 2008 11:32 am ET

Thanks for putting this in….. 'Love you !! Donah////

The American People   April 28th, 2008 11:32 am ET

Talk to the voters, not the media

Steve   April 28th, 2008 11:31 am ET

This time can we get someone to ask questions that actually matter to us? No more fluff please! Will this debate provide anything new? The process is too long and I am quickly losing interest!

Dennis   April 28th, 2008 11:30 am ET

Not for Obozo:

Obama is NOT snubbing people. He showed up to those 21 debates. Hillary did refuse his invitation to debate in NC. Don't you read the newspapers. She wants it her way or the highway. The voters beg to differ. They have two states voting and he has to talk to them rather than to Hillary. Hillary has redefined lying to "misspeak".

Outdone   April 28th, 2008 11:29 am ET

I am sick of people picking on Hillary. She is the most qualified democratic candidate and if she doesn't run on the democratic ticket then I won't like it but I will have to vote McCain. The democrats really have to put the best person on the ticket or they can forget a win AGAIN. Obama will never win against McCain. Too many democrats will vote republican.

Lilarose in Oregon   April 28th, 2008 11:29 am ET

Hillary's continued insistence to get Obama in front of the people talking about the issues says to me that she will be just as insistent in doing her work as president.

This fits with her ability to accomplish much with far less campaign money than Obama has. Hillary could do the same thing with our economy–and whoever is president is going to have to figure this out since we are quickly becoming the not-greatest-power-in-the-world.

Necie   April 28th, 2008 11:28 am ET

Another 2 words for Clinton: GO HOME!!

Angela, WPB   April 28th, 2008 11:28 am ET

Of course he won' t debate because he usually is weak and do not hold his own in a two-way discussion. . We need to pay attention to his performance at debates because this is a good indicator of how forceful or not he will be if he gets to be President. We don't need a weakling in the White House. We need someone who can hold there own and get things done - like Hillary.

Jed in Texas   April 28th, 2008 11:28 am ET

Pure desperation.

jason s   April 28th, 2008 11:26 am ET

Funny,
no word how clinton turned down a debate in North Carolina because she has a shot in ind.. Just shut up Hilliary and let Bill sell uranium to billionaire canadian investors and make you two rich.

John   April 28th, 2008 11:26 am ET

She is driving people away from the party. She's really a power hungry lady.

Sue   April 28th, 2008 11:26 am ET

Enough of the debates. There have been over 20 now. Obama needs to spend his time reaching out to voters. Hillary is running short of money and needs free air time.

Rebekah P.   April 28th, 2008 11:26 am ET

Hillary is sooooo annoying…and fake and dishonest. \

Obama in '08!!!

Led   April 28th, 2008 11:25 am ET

Please no more debates! We already know where they stand. Just vote and shut up!

John   April 28th, 2008 11:24 am ET

She 'sdriving a lot of people away from her the party. Too much lies from the lady.

bittersmalltownamerican   April 28th, 2008 11:22 am ET

I can't vote for someone I don't know…

Mildred   April 28th, 2008 11:21 am ET

Hillary need to go and sit down, because this time she may come up looking like the Fool. Be careful what you ask for.

Andrea Texas   April 28th, 2008 11:21 am ET

You guys need to show some respect towards both candidates. This commentary is read by people from other countries. You have the right to support your own candidate, but you do Not have the right to disrespect the other candidate.

lol   April 28th, 2008 11:21 am ET

obama's running scared from hillary after his disasterous performance in the last debate.does he think he can run away from Iran, Syria, and N. Korea too? obama isn't showing the qualities of a leader, he is looking like a coward. vote hillary 08, she offers solutions, and strong leadership skills.

RealityKing   April 28th, 2008 11:20 am ET

Obama is all for sitting down face to face with America's enemies, like Carter does, but Heaven forbid another debate with his presidential rivals about the people's needs..

The O   April 28th, 2008 11:18 am ET

Debates!!! Debates!!! We don't need not stinking Debates!!!!!

OBAMA 08

IAMWMD   April 28th, 2008 11:18 am ET

This crook wants to pull Obama in the gutter with her. Don't fall for it soon to be President Obama.

Obama 08

NC voter   April 28th, 2008 11:16 am ET

What's Obama afriad of?
Sure looks like he's afraid of losing his statistical edge in NC.

Jason - KY   April 28th, 2008 11:16 am ET

How about she get on that flat bed truck and haul her wide but on out of here.

David, Silver Spring, MD   April 28th, 2008 11:15 am ET

Oh boo hoo hoo! Hillary, quit your whining and face facts. We are taking our country back from the political dynasties. We have no need for you.

But don't feel too bad, you've got your $100,000,000 to console yourself.

John, PA   April 28th, 2008 11:14 am ET

This is typical, she's losing so, she would do or say anything to get ahead!!!

Hillary is not winning Debates, she's creating her own agenda!!!

They have nothing else to debate, we've heard and seen it all, 21 TIMES !!!

Enough already!!!!!

Ferns   April 28th, 2008 11:14 am ET

Time to get on your flat bed truck BILLARY, and head on the dirt road back to Arkinsas

David, Silver Spring, MD   April 28th, 2008 11:13 am ET

Hillary would really like to debate in a back alley, with a two-foot piece of pipe.

Why is she such a belligerent and bellicose woman? She sounds more hawkish and brutish than even Dick Cheney.

The O   April 28th, 2008 11:12 am ET

Debates!!! Debates!!! We don't need not stinking Debates!!!!!

christina   April 28th, 2008 11:12 am ET

I only have one thing to say and Hillary supporters think about this she one of the reasons why are sons and daughters are dieing! 23 people voted against the war she could have been 24!

Donah   April 28th, 2008 11:10 am ET

Don't block me no more !!

Philip   April 28th, 2008 11:07 am ET

They've had enough debates already. I think she believe drumming this issue of Obama refusing to debate wins her political points.

My personal fears is for the democratic party - Hillary won't go down without it.

Nicole   April 28th, 2008 11:07 am ET

I know people are saying that 'we've had too many debates," but really is a national discourse on policy between two smart people a bad thing? I mean there are a million reality shows on tv - so what if there is another debate? It doesn't hurt anyone and can only bring attention to important national issues.

Tiachi   April 28th, 2008 11:06 am ET

a better debater doesnt make you a better president… Geaorge W Bush was/is a good debater…

Tom   April 28th, 2008 11:06 am ET

funny because both times she ran for NY senate seat she wouldnt debate the Dem running against her in the primary.

can you say, double talk?

Heather   April 28th, 2008 11:05 am ET

"ooh, let's debate! Let's play Lincoln and Douglas!"
"ooh, technically I have more votes than you! I'm more popular!"
"ooh, let's debate for the umpteenth time!"
"ooh look at me I can quote sports too!"

Is Hillary running for president or prom queen? I can't tell anymore.

Go Hillary   April 28th, 2008 11:04 am ET

If obama seleacted as the democratic presidential candidate we will vote for John McCain, because we are scared of the changing words of Obama and the money he spenting. Please be careful of the republicans who votes for Obama for the pimaries, all their plan is to
make Obama as the candidte at first and vote for John McCain at the end because they all know they cannot beet Hiallary on November.

niranjana   April 28th, 2008 11:02 am ET

Y Clinton dint get an idea of Obama's stances after 21 debates????poor she….and she is promising to lead the country…hmmm

Jamal Kansas   April 28th, 2008 11:01 am ET

Hillary Clinton is a Liar and does not desevre the right to debate President Barack

Janel and H. Charles   April 28th, 2008 11:01 am ET

Shame on the CNN moderators for allowing people to read uneducated comments.

whatime   April 28th, 2008 10:59 am ET

Enough debates, let's stick with the issues

Obama 08

Roger   April 28th, 2008 10:59 am ET

TKO after 4 rounds with Hillary!

Hillary '08

Jamal Kansas   April 28th, 2008 10:58 am ET

Barack doesn't debate Trash

Tiachi   April 28th, 2008 10:58 am ET

she is so annoying with this issue… we all know that she is a better debater, she is also a better LIAR so lets just move on. I don't care to hear any more debates on non-sense.

Jamal Kansas   April 28th, 2008 10:58 am ET

The Clinton's will do anything to win only reason she wants to debate Obama is to tear him down more in the eyes of the American people so Hilary we will not debate you because you are a Liar and you will do anything to get the nomination

il voter   April 28th, 2008 10:57 am ET

who cares what she says.

@americans   April 28th, 2008 10:55 am ET

I dont see why Hillary can't debate herself. She has multiple personalities and she debate her issues by herself…Obama does not need to give in to another debate!

what Hillary? looking for a free air time? I dont think soooooooooo

SL from West Virginia   April 28th, 2008 10:55 am ET

Stronger candidate will not afraid of confronting component. Obama's behavior indicates he is not good enough and not strong enough to be president.

Hillary is strong and experienced. Vote for her and we will have peace of mind.

American Girl   April 28th, 2008 10:55 am ET

So typical…. Hillary is a joke!

Michelle - Houston   April 28th, 2008 10:54 am ET

I've had enough of all of the talk and speeches. Let's just get a nominee and move on! By the time we get to the convention, most Dems will have fallen out of love with both candidates.

Cammi317   April 28th, 2008 10:52 am ET

Who stands up on the back of a flat bed in a designer suit and shoes and claims to be one of the people?!?!?!

your breath stinks   April 28th, 2008 10:52 am ET

We haven't forgot when you had those "he won't debate me" ads in Wisconsin. You lost here pretty bad.

Dan in CO   April 28th, 2008 10:50 am ET

I see people demanding that Obama debate Hillary, on her terms.

How about a debate between Hillary and Barack moderated by Jonathan Tasini?

I suspect Obama would consent to that.

EXPERIENCE PLEASE!   April 28th, 2008 10:50 am ET

Barak is a phoney who can't take the pressure. He has no original ideas!

Is little Barak affraid of big bad Hilliary? What a wimp!

Clinton 08!

KD   April 28th, 2008 10:49 am ET

Isn't it ironic that most people are talking about debating when the article also discusses her take on the gas tax holiday/windfall profit tax which is suppose to be a more relevant issue. By the way, its the best plan of the three candidates.

Fla Sam   April 28th, 2008 10:49 am ET

I am so glad to see everyone on this message board seeing through her. I hope the voters in Indiana and North Carolina do too!!!

David   April 28th, 2008 10:49 am ET

Lincoln-Douglas style debate was using in party against party. She is planning to use this to again her own party ! After this kind of debate, John McCain will be the finial winner.

Her move is very clear, if she did not get the throne, no one, no one can get it in her party.

She has repeated said, this election is personal. To say it clears, this election is her family's business, not her party's business; this election is her family's business, not our country's business.

Jon, Pittsburgh, PA   April 28th, 2008 10:49 am ET

All of the Obama responses here are leaving one important aspect out of their support for Barack not debating - he is playing politics as usual! He offers no change. A change would be for a political candidate that is ever so slightly in the lead to agree to a debate. That would indeed be change from the politics of the past. Don't hold your breath. It's the same as how he is handling Florida and Michigan. He wants to win and will do anything to do it. That is politics - like it or not.

Lucy   April 28th, 2008 10:48 am ET

Hillary has really milk the debate issue too much. I for one, doesn't want another debate. There is nothing new to say to the american people.

Not for Obozo   April 28th, 2008 10:48 am ET

There have been 4 debates between Obama and Hillary. The others included people who have dropped out. There is a significant per cent of people who have not yet made up their minds. Obama is snubbing them. Obama refused to debate Hillary, yet he lies and says that Hillary refused his invitation. He is a good a liar as our present president.

Tricia   April 28th, 2008 10:46 am ET

She wants more time to throw things not discuss policy or solve problems. I think Obama should continue to campaign and ignore her even if she continues to goad him.

Joshua   April 28th, 2008 10:45 am ET

Additionally, in case we haven't done the math, Hillary needs to win all of the remaining primaries by MORE than a 20 point margin to even MATCH Obama. This is just as likely to happen as the force of gravity spontaneously reversing itself.

Roger   April 28th, 2008 10:45 am ET

Obama supporters are so sensitive. What's wrong with a flatbed truck?

Jaye   April 28th, 2008 10:45 am ET

Hillary is Gulley! In my opinion, the Clintons have really tarnished their legacy, what little was left over from Lewinsky and Impeachment.

Wendy, MD   April 28th, 2008 10:44 am ET

Obama is really weak in debate. What will he lose in the debate? When you expect to debate with JM? No way maybe.

earl   April 28th, 2008 10:44 am ET

Hillary would probably do anything on a flatbed truck to get a vote!! What about it Hillary??!!

RAJ   April 28th, 2008 10:43 am ET

I find it interesting that Senator Clinton wants a Lincoln-Douglas style debate. Why would she want to compare herself with Honest Abe who fought a war that was unpopular with Democrats in order to save the Union? To paraphrase a Senator from Texas, I knew Honest Abe and Senator Clinton you are no Honest Abe.

Jay   April 28th, 2008 10:41 am ET

I guess Obama fans did not take note that the last debate had the largest ratings, So that would mean WE DO want to see more debates.

Susan MO   April 28th, 2008 10:41 am ET

Hillary: Get a mirror and debate yourself. Ask yourself Why I am still in this race?

Go Obama

Bigg Boss   April 28th, 2008 10:39 am ET

Instead of getting on the back of a flat-bed truck she needs to focus on lowering the fuel to drive that truck.

angie   April 28th, 2008 10:39 am ET

Enough already! Go away HILLARY!

Marleen   April 28th, 2008 10:38 am ET

Who is paying for the flat bed truck? Why not a debate between Bill & Hillary they both seem to be running for president.

KK   April 28th, 2008 10:36 am ET

The loser always wants to DEBATE!

Bill   April 28th, 2008 10:36 am ET

Hillary, being a woman, should understand and respect "No means NO". Buy your air time like everyone else……

Roger   April 28th, 2008 10:36 am ET

I guess Obama has learned that voters see that he isn't such a good speaker on the fly.

PoorDNC   April 28th, 2008 10:35 am ET

To i:

Great imagination. You should write a book.

Paul   April 28th, 2008 10:35 am ET

Obama is a chicken

Hillary 08!!!

PoorDNC   April 28th, 2008 10:34 am ET

To: Debbie

Would you get out of the city, please?

Unshrub   April 28th, 2008 10:34 am ET

If the rules stay the same as they were at the beginning when Hillary agreed to them Obama will win. The only way Hillary can was is to get the rules changed.

Miguel   April 28th, 2008 10:33 am ET

For Hillary, if she dont have a blowout win, she is out.

Hillary 08   April 28th, 2008 10:31 am ET

She is ready form day 1
Obama ???/

Hillary will be President   April 28th, 2008 10:31 am ET

I will also be voting for McCain if Obama is the nominee. I will be campaigning for McCain if Obama is the nominee. I call Obama the "fiasco". That's all he is.!

Cynthia   April 28th, 2008 10:31 am ET

Logic/wisdom tells you that if you lead in popular vote and delegates why would you want to debate? But, if you are behind in everything you desperately need to do so. Senator Obama is doing what he has to and Senator Clinton is doing what she has to. Senator Obama should continue to go out and talk with the people and answer their specific questions. Senator Clinton ……………………….

PoorDNC   April 28th, 2008 10:31 am ET

To: Allen In NC

Interesting theory, but just interesting. But not intelligent and convincing at all. Please educate yourself, if you can.

Tina   April 28th, 2008 10:31 am ET

I am so ashamed to admit that I used to support this monster. And now, I would sooner vote for Monica!

Len in Washington   April 28th, 2008 10:31 am ET

May I suggest that you use the flatbed truck to load up your campaign toys and go home?

Connie   April 28th, 2008 10:30 am ET

I think 21 debates is more than enough. How about Clinton challenging Barack to a game of basketball…winner take all?!

OBAMA '08 AND '12

PoorDNC   April 28th, 2008 10:29 am ET

To: Obama for Life

I am so sorry for you, but I can't help you anymore.

Ms. GA   April 28th, 2008 10:29 am ET

No ones wants anymore debates!

PoorDNC   April 28th, 2008 10:28 am ET

To: Concerned Voter

Please educate yourself, if you can.

PoorDNC   April 28th, 2008 10:28 am ET

To: Bitter and voting for Obama

Please educate youeself, if you can.

AW-NJ   April 28th, 2008 10:27 am ET

I am not good at debate but caucus. I am … I prove this message.

voter   April 28th, 2008 10:26 am ET

Obama's too busy playing basketball.

NATION   April 28th, 2008 10:26 am ET

I would like to see her UNDER a flatbed truck.

Michael   April 28th, 2008 10:25 am ET

Why is it so hard for some people to see what I see? She is a fraud, a liar, and only cares about herself, not the country. She and her campaign are painfully obvious to me.

JOSH   April 28th, 2008 10:24 am ET

obama is so scared and to worried about that racist pastor to debate he is soft. yep and thats a hood term cause I'm from the hood and know that he is soft. hillary 08

Dr. Kenneth Noisewater   April 28th, 2008 10:24 am ET

Sure Hillary! Let's drag this campaign deeper into the mud, so that your 2012 nomination can be a LOCK!

Tired of Hillary   April 28th, 2008 10:24 am ET

I am so very tired of this woman…..Please just go home!!!!! She is so desperate……what will be next?

John - MD   April 28th, 2008 10:23 am ET

Wow - Desperate is the word. Debate on top of a flat bed truck ? Geeeeez enough already!!!!!.

hrp   April 28th, 2008 10:22 am ET

What does she not get?. After the last 'debate' ie., fiasco, when the decks were all stacked in her favor with 2 of Bill's old staff handling the questions, why on earth should Obama 'debate' her again? They have had enough debates to last till 2012. I think everyone knows where they stand by now. Obama wants to address issues and Clinton wants to address making Obama look as unelectable as possible.

Tony   April 28th, 2008 10:22 am ET

Get over it Hillary and READ HIS LIPS!!!……….NO MORE DEBATES.

Give us ONE good reason for another debate.

bobie   April 28th, 2008 10:22 am ET

Obama is scared to debate Obama 1 on 1. Those 21 debates were with all the other canidates. In each of the 4 one on one debates, Hillary has made Obama look like a stupid, elitist, harvard trial lawyer that is out of touch with america

Joann   April 28th, 2008 10:21 am ET

Hillary Clinton and her debates - she is sickening. She is so phony at these debates. To pushy to get what she wants. The only reason she wants these debates is because she thinks she always wins. She makes a total butt out of herself. She is so desperate to win because the Clintons think they are entitled to be president again. She needs to get it through her head Obama does not have to cave in to the spoil witch! Can not wait for this thing to end in June! Will never vote for a person like her - rather waste my vote on Nader!

Frank   April 28th, 2008 10:21 am ET

hunry power lady. go home. Enough LIE. Time to Stop.

tyshunn   April 28th, 2008 10:20 am ET

man, she's getting really desperate.

mighty mike   April 28th, 2008 10:20 am ET

Desperate times call for desperate measures. Hillary should by now realise that Obama has risen above the fray and has left her to wallow in the dust. Obama is now looking at the bigger picture. Spending more time on Hillary is a waste of time, he prefers to use his valuable time on the people who matters, the voters.

Obama '08.

mcWar   April 28th, 2008 10:20 am ET

hillary go debate yourself

Tanya, Chicago   April 28th, 2008 10:19 am ET

Obama wants to meet with Iran and North Korea but will not debate Hillary??????

Another example of Obama's hypocrisy…

George   April 28th, 2008 10:19 am ET

There have been 21 debates. We don't need another one. It might be
time to board that flatbed and ride it back to Washington.

pam Eugene OR   April 28th, 2008 10:19 am ET

I am sure she would rather debate because she is broke!

Melissa in PA   April 28th, 2008 10:19 am ET

He is afraid!
If he can't debat one-on-one with her , how can he debat and defend his possions against McCain or the rest of the WORLD?????

Venus   April 28th, 2008 10:18 am ET

She's broke! She thinks she's good at debates! This is what is left of Hillary!

Truth be told - it is Howard Dean who stepped in and cancelled the last debate! Lanny Davis has called for Dean to resign!

Obama is not ducking debates!

Jay   April 28th, 2008 10:18 am ET

Obama is scared to do it. He knows he can win a debate. He has to be TOLD what to do and can not think on his own.

jane   April 28th, 2008 10:18 am ET

LOOSER
how bout hill, she is telling the world,i am loosing and i might could win if i can beat him with my big toung, she is finished and i am so glad there is no debate. it would be one sided. she has such a large mouth, he would never be able to speak, she can't shut it up is why she is loosing, all the lies just keep rollin out.

Deb   April 28th, 2008 10:18 am ET

Enough debating Hillary…what's the matter not enough ad money so you need free exposure by debating? The public should listen to the same questions and of course your same, incendiary comments. I say let Senator Obama campaign and try to come up from under all the muck you have thrown at the next President of the United States. Furthermore, Senator Obama should never chose you as a Vice President.

eddie n. powellnye   April 28th, 2008 10:18 am ET

THE ONLY ISSUE FOR THE DEBATE IS HER INSISTANCE ON WE THE PEOPLE FORGET THAT SHE IS A LIAR. IF WE THE PEOPLE ARE GOING TO START OFF WITH FOUNDATION OF LIES, THEN WE JUST AS WELL KEEP GWB AND LET MCCAIN COME ALONG FOR THE RIDE. GOD HELP US IF WE AS AMERICANS LET THIS LADY AND HER HUSBAND GET BACK INTO THE WHITE HOUSE. THIS SPEAKS VOLUMES FOR OUR MORALITY. WE BECOME WORSE THAN THE BILLARYS. WE KNOWINGLY SIDED WITH WRONG. "GOD DON'T LIKE UGLY".

gene   April 28th, 2008 10:18 am ET

You go girl! After that last debate its easy to see why Obama don't want anymore debates with Hillary Clinton. She gave him a good "old fashion" whipping . He is still crying and trying to explain away why he did so poorly. He makes a good speech, but can not talk on his feet, funbles his answers, stutters and at times looks foolish. Just think about this guy, meeting with world leaders, without pre-conditions and it gets spookie.

Linda Garrity   April 28th, 2008 10:18 am ET

As the frontrunner, Senator Clinton refused to debate her opponents when running for the Senate in NY. Barack is the frontrunner now and it only benefits Hillary, the challenger, to have a debate right now. Barack is no dummy. However, he has said he wouldn't debate before May 6. So there's hope Hillary (no pun intended), hold on. We know you'll be sticking around after May 6th-you can try to beat up on him then.

Obama is a Chicken   April 28th, 2008 10:18 am ET

GO HILLARY, GO!!!!!!! Hillary Clinton is THE WOMAN OF THE CENTURY!! I love Hillary, she is my role model, my idol, and my rock. She gives hope and strength to ALL WOMEN!!!

LADIES, LET US UNITE BEHIND HILLARY AND SHOW THE WORLD THE TRUE MEANING OF WOMEN'S LIBERATION!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Shame on all of you women out there, white and black alike, for turning your backs on your Sister!!!! We are women first (Mothers, Daughters, Sisters, and Friends), before we are white, or black, or yellow. Do the right thing and unite behind Hillary to get her elected.

SHE IS THE ONLY CANDIDATE WHO CAN LIFT OUR COUNTRY UP OUT OF THIS MESS THE BUSH ADMINISTRATION HAS CREATED!!!!

PINK POWER!!!!! PINK POWER!!!!!!! PINK POWER!!!! PINK POWER!!!

rj   April 28th, 2008 10:18 am ET

who wants to see more debates. if people haven't seen enough by now they must have been vacationing on another planet. they're senseless…a waste of time and money.

Mike in Columbus   April 28th, 2008 10:18 am ET

She is such a con artist!

Linda Garrity   April 28th, 2008 10:17 am ET

As the frontrunner, Senator Clinton refused to debate her opponents when running for the Senate in NY. Barack is the frontrunner now and it only benefits Hillary, the challenger, to have a debate right now. Barack is no dummy. However, he has said he wouldn't debate before May 6. So hold on Hillary. We know you'll be sticking around after May 6th-you can try to beat up on him then.

Nikki, Florida   April 28th, 2008 10:17 am ET

Clinton would debate in a stripclub if George S. was moderating.

Obama shouldn't debate unless it's guaranteed that they will talk about the ISSUES!!!

mcWar   April 28th, 2008 10:17 am ET

Some people sound so ignorant when they say things like, "he is afraid to debate her".

He wasn't afraid to debate her 21 times, and now, all of a sudden, the BOOGY MONSTER is scaring him into not debating her.

She just wants and needs the free publicity. Why don't she debate, with the people running her campaign, as to why they are in a sad state of dismay!

Whiskey   April 28th, 2008 10:17 am ET

Clinton - the public does not want to hear any more of your lies and negativity…….and this is coming from a former supporter of yours…..you lost me two states ago….call it Karma…you will not get the nomination.

Gwen NC   April 28th, 2008 10:16 am ET

Awsome rally in Wilmington NC last night, she's right on target, there was oustanding support for her, thousands showed up, she is truly an amazing woman and exceedingly capable of being commander in chief. Much more ready than Obama, he's just not ready!!!

Nikki, Florida   April 28th, 2008 10:16 am ET

Clinton would debate in a dumptruck if George S. was moderating.

Obama shouldn't debate unless it's guaranteed that they will talk about the ISSUES!!!

cj-delhi,ny   April 28th, 2008 10:16 am ET

She wants to debate because she is in debt and can't afford to campaign.

CitizenS   April 28th, 2008 10:16 am ET

Typical Hillary. Her strategy is to throw out misleading statements, especially ones that she knows she can do nothing about therefore it will not affect her. She fails to inform that Obama agreed to a debate in NC which she declined so why should he be forced at her highness' convenience to debate and FOR WHAT?! So she can throw out more venom to hopefully get the superdelegates backing her (which they are not)?
Why doesn't she spend her time trying to keep her campaign intact instead of her underhanded venomous attacks while her campaign people are either running to the Obama camp or running away from her.

Does anyone see this but me?

This lady wants to attack Iran, for what, she does not have enough military intelligence nor does she think about the consequences? Oh because she is tough, well, if you people vote her in you will be hiding under your beds while respect for the USA goes to the dogs! WAKE UP! She is no more reasonable than BUSH has been these last 6 months!

Slick Hilly   April 28th, 2008 10:15 am ET

He must be chicken. Why would you want a commander in chief who was scared of debating a woman? Chicken.

vjh   April 28th, 2008 10:15 am ET

Give it a rest Hillary……isn't 21 debates enough? Neither you or Obama have anything new to say, the voters know where you both stand.

LucieLee   April 28th, 2008 10:15 am ET

Desperation is setting in with Hillary…she is teetering very close to the edge. She needs to continue to talk to the people, like Obama has been doing and get off these sideshow issues……she is making more and more people turn off to any thing she might be willing to say to them……another debate isn't helpful……if she has nothing more to offer the people in this country then she should get out of the race…and let someone who does have things to offer, beable to do so……if all Hillary has is a debate to offer..she best be debating with herself……..

Chic   April 28th, 2008 10:15 am ET

sounds like Billary needs some attention

Relevant   April 28th, 2008 10:15 am ET

If I were 50 million dollars in debt and still losing the election, I would beg and plead for more free screen-time too.

Desperation brings out the worst in most people.

lady   April 28th, 2008 10:15 am ET

NO.. poor Hillary. She's LOST! And my 9-year old niece could have been more successful running her campaign.

She had better dip into some of her $109 million to replenish her campaign funds and stop worrying about a 22nd debate to gain free airtime simply because she can't afford it!

FACE IT! SHE IS THROUGH!

The Common Man   April 28th, 2008 10:14 am ET

What more could they say? Their positions have not changed all that much in two weeks. It is obvious that she's trying to find a way to take Obama off his game. How is this beneficial for Obama? She's broke and wants to use free air time to attack Obama. I say make her pay for that. More importantly, what good will this do for the party?

Here is a thought - she should debate Bill as it seems that those two have more to talk about than with she and Obama.

chris   April 28th, 2008 10:14 am ET

This is getting downright ridiculous. Every time she opens her mouth I feel like I'm in the twilight zone!

mama4obama   April 28th, 2008 10:14 am ET

We all know that she wants to debate so she can pounce on her prey. She plays dirty and Obama is aware of that. She doesnt know how to play by rules….I wouldnt bother. She is willing to debate on a flatbed truck? LMAO….thats all she can afford.

so upset???? maybe if that were true you could dip into that 109 million you have and help your fellow citizens out.

My math shows that the tax break wont really help out all that much. It might save me $30-$40 bucks over the course of a couple of months. Its time to take a different approach…like maybe helping convert gas powered cars to water, air, pond scum….whatever it takes. The government is sending out coupons to those who need the converter for their televisions…..

maybe they should be doing that with kits to convert cars IMHO.

Obama 08.

Tracy---Indianapolis, IN   April 28th, 2008 10:14 am ET

Should anyone be surprised. This woman will do anything to become the nominee. To bad it's not going to work. Everyone is talking about how if Obama gets the nominee alot of whites won't vote for him, well you know what? If they give this to Hillary alot of blacks and young people won't vote at all. You reap what you sow..

Obama "08

Jasonj   April 28th, 2008 10:14 am ET

Does she realize how silly she looks right now.
I hope all Clinton supporters truly see what type of person she really is and how damaging this is the to party as a whole. Next she's going to challenge Barack to a UFC style steel cage match to appeal to the young white males between the ages of 18-24…

Janel and H. Charles   April 28th, 2008 10:14 am ET

Hillary is reaching. Period. If you truly want to have an unbiased debate, do it without cameras in an open forum so the citizens of that community can speak up and get their concerns answered. Her willingness to debate on a flatbed truck is so contrived because the only way she'll get on there is if there's a camera on her. Ridiculous.

Val   April 28th, 2008 10:14 am ET

Yes, Hillary…..please get on a flatbed….and let it drive you away.
Far far away.
However, we would like to keep Obama right here with us if you don't mind.

PLJ   April 28th, 2008 10:13 am ET

Hillary enough already, He does Not Need to Debate you again, 21 is enough.

You are always trying to make yourself out to be the victim, when you are clearly kicking up dirt, and making a complete fool of yourself, as a"lady"

You WILL NOT Get my vote, if Obama is not the Nominee….

Be a Real Woman, and Bow Out Gracefully…That way when I woman that everyone can trust, does decide to run for president, she won't be tainted by your unimpressive image…

American   April 28th, 2008 10:13 am ET

=====hey mrs.liar:

just go home…enough of u….u r the worst person to be come a Prz===

Dick / NH   April 28th, 2008 10:12 am ET

As usual, Hillary is trying get things "her way or the highway"….to criticize Barack for declining to debate after over 20 of them….she has a short memory …in two previous political races, she has also declined to debate HER opponent ( hmmmm…must have been unworthy, eh, Hillary?)…guess it's OK for her, but NOT for Barack.
This is so typical of the Clintons: WE make the rules, and don't you forget it !!! What a hypocrite.

Marshall in Nebraska   April 28th, 2008 10:12 am ET

It was the two of them and their "politics" that sent this life long dem to the other side.

Yes, I have moved to the "Dark side" .

Susan MO   April 28th, 2008 10:12 am ET

She is doing what is expected of those campaigning to be president.

Sure, there's been other debates, but more is what America needs to hear. It is democratic.

It concerns us that Obama refuses another debate. What is the 'real' reason??

If he's not afriad, he should do the debate.

Concerned who will be our next president.

Janis   April 28th, 2008 10:11 am ET

We all know who is ahead in popular vote & delegate count. Those are the rules & whoever is ahead in these two catagories is the winner.
Congratulations Obama for a very well run campaign! The Clintons should leave now if they have any shred of decency left.
Obama '08

Kel from Auburn, AL   April 28th, 2008 10:11 am ET

A president shouldn't take action just because he or she gets "upset". A president should take action based on the facts at hand.

I think both candidates should be campaigning, not debating. I'm tired of debates. We want a nominee.

JB   April 28th, 2008 10:11 am ET

Cinton and Obama should never be mentioned in the same sentence with Lincoln.. 1- Lincoln was a great man. 2- Lincoln was the first Republican. 3- Obama and Clinton are socialists. the list goes on and on

Christian Conservative for OBAMA   April 28th, 2008 10:11 am ET

And then she will dodge speeding trucks crossing the street to save a baby left out on the street. rediculous liar! i can't tell who lies more Clinton or McCain.
You morally corrupt fake conservatives had better wake up and really ask why you would vote republican in this coming election. Conservatives should stand for character and john mccain is the morally bankrupt express!

Marshall in Nebraska   April 28th, 2008 10:10 am ET

What ever it takes to get her whiney voice on the air. I am sick of her. Please go away.

Does she even know what a flat bed truck is?

21 is already enough.

That is why I am voting McCain.

Yes he McCan!

moe   April 28th, 2008 10:10 am ET

Hillary is hell bent on destroying Obama thru these so called 'debates'. Alongwith her friends and sympathisers in the press, they have been using such forums to agressively and harshly go after Obama. He has in no uncertain terms indicated that he does want to turn the page from this mud slinging and narrow focused kitchen sink strategy..

Doug   April 28th, 2008 10:10 am ET

Look, Hillary. There have been over 20 debates over the course of this campaign. We've heard enough of the Obama bashing. And we're tired of the "Bushian" solutions to serious problems. Stop-gap band-aid fixes aren't going to get us anywhere. Pandering won't help either.
It sucks that this foreclosure thing is happening to anyone, much less our members of the military.
A gas tax holiday? When the holiday is over, the "boing-g-g-g" effect will kill us all.
Hillary is sounding more like McCain every day. Maybe she's competing with Leiberman for the republican vice-presidential nomination.

Chris   April 28th, 2008 10:09 am ET

Look up "pander" in the 2009 dictionary and I hope there's a picture of Hillary.

ABC '08/12   April 28th, 2008 10:09 am ET

Get them in the cage with the boys from TapOut!

Nathan Hussein Bryson   April 28th, 2008 10:09 am ET

I'll fill in the rest according to Dr Seuss:

I'll do it toe-to-toe
I'll even do it in a row

On the sea, behind a tree
in a park, in the dark,

I'll find time on a flat bed-truck
Obama-Obama, why do you duck?

……. Hillary, we know this one.
…………..HRC and CNN should speak to the issues.

Kris from AZ   April 28th, 2008 10:08 am ET

Clinton will do anything for free time. She is reaching. Obama is the man! We know the issues…let our direction guide us. DEMS UNITE WHEN FIND OUR NOMINEE!

Debby   April 28th, 2008 10:08 am ET

Lets see Obama doesn't want to have a 5th one on one debate with Clinton and he only takes 8 questions from reporters. This sounds like he will be in tune with the people if he is President.

don fron canada   April 28th, 2008 10:08 am ET

Hillary, its clear to me and most others that he is finally telling you to go away and shut up. Obama is as tired of talking to you as I am of hearing you speak. You have nothing to say but lies and manipulations. Bye Bye !

Banko   April 28th, 2008 10:08 am ET

Desperation, Desperation, Desperation. Hillary initially refused to debate in NC. After she won PA , she changed her mind again, just as she did changed her mind after she voted for the IRAQ War. Where does she really stand? She changes her colour depending on the prevailing situation. Flip flopper, dishonest and very corrupt. She lied about NAFTA, SCHIP , Bosnia etc. The people of this country are not that stupid. Once a liar, always liar.

Michael in Columbus, Ohio   April 28th, 2008 10:08 am ET

Is this woman hard of hearing? lets look up and see what the word "NO" means in the dictionary.

Obama '08

California Voter   April 28th, 2008 10:07 am ET

Obama won't debate Clinton because he doesn't feel that he needs to and his performance at the last debate is an indication that he doesn't perform well when questioned about items he considers "distractions". He's above it all. He takes the high road. He doesn't want people to really know him. Look how long it took to find out about Rev. Wright, William Ayers, Rezko, He doesn't want to reveal to voters the things that most reveal character and core beliefs.

GO HILLARY

MCD   April 28th, 2008 10:06 am ET

She has lost her mind.

Tim   April 28th, 2008 10:06 am ET

Just voted in NC yesterday and we are backing Senator Obama to victory in NC. The next debte will occur between Senator Obama and John McCain. She needs just campaign. The only reason she wants to debate is that it is free air time. She wasn't concerned about debating when she ran in for the Senate. Bottom line, move on and campaign.

Obama 08

mollygonz   April 28th, 2008 10:06 am ET

I am so glad Obama will not give in to her. She only wants to debate because she is behind. I saw several different interviews with her from awhile back when she said she didn't want anymore debates, she was tired of them. She is the definition of contradiction. Give it up Hillary!

thanuat   April 28th, 2008 10:05 am ET

Do It on the back of a pickyp? Political girrrls gone wild !!! If her campaign weren't so dangerous for America it would almost be entertaining. This is surreal..

M Johnson   April 28th, 2008 10:05 am ET

I hear Bill "did it" on the back of a flatbed, but it wasn't with Hillary.

Kevin Leo (Jonesboro, GA)   April 28th, 2008 10:05 am ET

Hillary can keep beating that horse until she is blue in the face but there is no requirement for Barack to agree to her call for another debate. He is doing what is best for his campaign. If she had run a better campaign and not spent up all of her money, she would not have to keep seeking free media opportunities like debates, Larry King, and all of these other talk shows!

Kelley   April 28th, 2008 10:05 am ET

Owners of flat bed trucks can't afford the gas to get to a meeting spot

BGIV in NC   April 28th, 2008 10:04 am ET

YEE-HAW THERE HILLARY. Wonder if she'll call him elitist again when he say no. I bet she'll want to waive a rebel flag at the same time. I am not going to be the one to say it out right, but it sure looks like she's dancing around the infamous "card".

homa   April 28th, 2008 10:04 am ET

“We could even do it on the back of a flatbed truck, it doesn’t even have to be in some fancy studio somewhere.”

er…

truth be told   April 28th, 2008 10:04 am ET

whoa! first she wanted to debate with different moderators, then she said a lincoln-douglas style debate, now it's flatbed truck. if she wants to have obama debate her, she needs to stick to one line and one line only until obama agrees. what is she going to propose next, debate on a kitchen sink?

she must really be that desperate and is now so much in the red that she has to debate him no matter what or where just get free air time.

sad.

aj in sf   April 28th, 2008 10:04 am ET

how is she paying for that mic? i hope the sound guys asked for cash…

wd in calgary   April 28th, 2008 10:04 am ET

Well, duh… it's all she's got. Best thing Obama can do is ignore the whining of the Clintons and their supporters.

forget it   April 28th, 2008 10:03 am ET

Hillary:
Obama gives some good speeches and the empty words of “Hope” but he does not very well debating. Last time he looked like a fool and ABC got the blame. By far you are the better candidate to beat McCain and stand up a fight for us.

BL   April 28th, 2008 10:03 am ET

She is amazing…
This woman is a true leader…

Emilio-ontario Canada   April 28th, 2008 10:02 am ET

What in heaven's name is the matter with this woman? The country is reeling from a bad economy, high prices, no jobs, a war that's bankrupt the nation, people can't afford health care( none of these issues affect the Clintons, not with 110 millions in the bank), and she's going around like some carnival barker, turning this primary into a 3 ring circus. Why is she still in the race? Come on , American voters,..WAKE UP.!!!

Kansas Veteran   April 28th, 2008 10:02 am ET

Go for it Obama, after all as you said you have already debated 21 times, you afraid to go for 22.

ltd1974   April 28th, 2008 10:02 am ET

Hillary will debate on Mars to try and make Obama look bad. lol

Mike from Westchester   April 28th, 2008 10:01 am ET

Yet another persona for Hillary - this time it's the schoolyard bully.

21 is more than enough, especially after the last 3 on 1 debacle.

We already know who is the visionary, inspirational, leader capable of moving the country forward in an inclusive way and who is the polarizing policy wonk with above 50% negatives that 60% of the country says is not trustworthy.

Tafari   April 28th, 2008 10:01 am ET

Please give it up! Stop trying to fight & spread your message. Who really needs to see another debate, we all know where you both stand.

John, Brooklyn, NY   April 28th, 2008 10:01 am ET

After 21 debates and 40+ primary campaigns I think that we have seen all that we are likely to see in terms of the meaningful differences between these two candidates - and Hillary Clinton knows it. She's simply politically grandstanding.

kent   April 28th, 2008 10:00 am ET

Even a 'fighter' eventually has to take NO for an answer.

kent   April 28th, 2008 9:59 am ET

Even a 'fighter' eventually take no for an answer.

Gabby   April 28th, 2008 9:59 am ET

Time to move on Hillary. You should know that NO means NO. Going for more free air time? You are shameless.

Obama 08

Why?   April 28th, 2008 9:59 am ET

does she continue to push for a debate? What else is there to talk about? I don't get it.

Lee WV   April 28th, 2008 9:58 am ET

Good then let the debate with herself,she thinks she has all of the right answers.She just wants the free publicity.

FEED UP WITH THE CLINTONS   April 28th, 2008 9:58 am ET

i ONLY HAVE A QUESTION, WHICH IS WHAT IS THERE LEFT TO DEBATE ABOUT, YOU'RE ALREADY DISCUSS, HEALTH-CARE, THE ECONOMY, THE IRAG WAR, AND OH YEA, REV WRIGHT AND THE AYER'S TERROR ATTACK, THE ONLY THINGS I FEEL IS WORTHY TO DISCUSS NOW IS YOUR BEING SUITED BY PETER PAUL, FOR STEALING FROM CITIZEN OF NEW YORK TO WIN THE SENATE SEAT IS THAT WHAT YOU'RE WANTING TO DEBATE ABOUT, BECAUSE I DON'T THINK THERE IS ANYTHING LEFT, UNLESS YOU ARE STILL DODGEING SNIPER FIRE. AND YOU WANT TO DEBATE THAT FURTHER.

OBAMA 08

Barbara - 65 yr old white female in NC   April 28th, 2008 9:57 am ET

There's been too much of that already. Let the people ask the questions. We're the ones voting - or are we?

DB for Obama   April 28th, 2008 9:57 am ET

her insistence to continue to harp on another debate is so petty and so high-school. Come on, Hillary, act like a grown up and move on.

observer   April 28th, 2008 9:57 am ET

Hillary, please stop. You've had 21 debates. They're not debates anymore, they're circuses. You would do better to campaign on your actual talents and the actual issues, instead of generating another false commotion for people to get worked up about.

DB for Obama   April 28th, 2008 9:57 am ET

her insistence to continue to harp on another debate is so petty and so high-school. Come on, Hillary, act like a grown up and move on.

david   April 28th, 2008 9:56 am ET

LOL. She is so superior to him. You can run but you can not hide Obama.

COME ON INDIANA…..HILLARY!!!

DB for Obama   April 28th, 2008 9:56 am ET

her insistence to continue to harp on another debate is so petty and so high-school. Come on, hillary, act like a grown up and move on.

Uncle Sam   April 28th, 2008 9:56 am ET

The change we can believe in does not lie in a presidential candidate, regardless of how charismatic he may be, but rather begins with each one of us.

Jacob   April 28th, 2008 9:56 am ET

Is 21 debates not enough? Why is Clinton grandstanding?

I have an idea: why doesn't she do something different and address an issue or two for a change?

mike   April 28th, 2008 9:56 am ET

Go ahead, buy a home for more than you can afford. How about investing in some risky stocks? Go ahead because you just can't lose with Hillary in charge. If you will vote for her she will print up some money in the basement and make you whole! WHAT KIND OF NONSENSE IS THIS?

teddy of orlando   April 28th, 2008 9:55 am ET

lol poor hillary do you have no shame at all

Mike A., Syracuse   April 28th, 2008 9:54 am ET

Funny how the person who is losing is always so shrill about having more debates. What's left to talk about, Hillary?

How you once defended a Black Panther? How Julie in Chappaqua is the reason Bill is submarining your campaign? About the Paul v. Clinton case that is not yet closed?

You're thrashing and threatening to bring down the whole party in pursuit of your own agenda.

For God's sake, STOP IT!

jfs Memhis, Tn   April 28th, 2008 9:54 am ET

This is what candidates who are trailing or out of money ALWAYS want to do. I believe that 21 debates( short of OVER-KILL) will suffice. Clinton is hoping that he will trip up on SOMETHING that will giver her more ammo for making big deals out of "trivial" things. In short Clinton needs to back-off and let the voters make the final decisions. I think that the last debate set-up ruined her chances to do THAT again. Maybe she should ask for some one on one Basketball. The fact is that he is fighting three full time campaigners ….Hillary, Bill, and McCain………Don't see Hillary with those odds and yet Obama still leads in all Standard Nomination Criteria. NO MORE DIRTY POLITICS HILLARY !!!

W. Daly   April 28th, 2008 9:54 am ET

I truly believe that Obama is dodging an unstructured environment. Well, Barack, my friend, a President has to deal every day with an unstructured world. Senator clinton seems to be better qualified to deal with a lack of structure.

proud army and navy mom   April 28th, 2008 9:54 am ET

Anybody thinks Bill have done it on a flatbed truck? stop fantasizing Hillary.

Uncle Sam   April 28th, 2008 9:54 am ET

Many have grown weary of the hypocrisy of Sen. Obama and his supporters. Although having pledged to conduct a respectful campaign, they have instead engaged in a steady barrage of negative attacks. The change we can believe in does not lie in a presidential candidate, regardless of how charismatic he may be, but rather begins with each one of us.

Sick & Tired   April 28th, 2008 9:54 am ET

KILLary needs to spend more time managing her own campaign instead of trying to run Obama's. We have all heard enough of her lies and rhetoric. It is too late KILLary the fat lady is humming!

tigerakabj   April 28th, 2008 9:54 am ET

Hillary, you are one sad, looney woman. You are sounding dumber every day. Man Obama has you and McCain just blubbering, stuttering, talking out of both sides of your mouths. Indiana and NC, do you here me now?

Phil From VA   April 28th, 2008 9:54 am ET

I don't want to see anymore debates. I know where they stand on issues and I am not interested in listening to whining and backhanded comments.

Marcia   April 28th, 2008 9:54 am ET

Hillary, you are NO Abraham Lincoln!

Karen   April 28th, 2008 9:53 am ET

It's obvious that Obama is afraid of having debates, but its not right to deny because he knows something. Obama should go on the debates with Hillary! Obama must learn to face the debates becausde President is President! Obama should not be elected for president!

Alex   April 28th, 2008 9:53 am ET

I am very tired of this person.

Please leave so that the national campaign can begin.

For the love of this independent   April 28th, 2008 9:53 am ET

I wish Obama would go ahead and debate Sen Clinton. However I know that many here only believe what Sen Clinton tells them at the moment and forgets everything that has happen in the past. So let me remind you. There was an earlier debate in NC which Obama had already agreed to but Sen Clinton refused. Now this was the time that Obama had alloted in his schedule and had planned other events. Now Hillary wants him to agree to debate when she wants to debate. I just want to remind folks.

And the last thing as an independent it is so pitiful watching the democratic party self destruct. You have two good candidates who basically agree on every issue but look different. It looks to me as though the