Comments on: Blitzer: Democratic candidates careful on Carter

By: Jason Rouse

Jason Rouse — Tue, 29 Apr 2008 22:47:10 +0000

Wolf, I'm glad today to see more important issues facing Americans are being debated today. Yesterday, I felt like CNN and the rest of the media world had lost all sence of debating the issues that Americans are concerned about. To see all day yesterday, Monday 90% of the coverage was about the Rev. and his relationship to Obama.

Before today, I was going to make a suggestion to you and the CNN staff, I'm here in Atlanta, if you guys don't have anything important such as Gas Prices, Iraq, Healthcare, Education... to debate, invite me to the CNN studio and I'll be glad to give you guys a better sense of the issues that we should be debating in this Election year.

By: Anonymous

Anonymous — Tue, 29 Apr 2008 22:45:15 +0000

Wolf Blitzer, I'm appalled by your seedy little retort to try to keep the Rev.Wrong,,,I mean Wright alive. Obama has come out with a statement that puts this issue to bed,,,can't you put your seedy little comments to bed and get on with the real issues or are you demonstrating to the viewing audience what you claim not to be,,,narrow or the vulgar "R" word. Please clarify for me. I'm watching your show now and hopefully you'll comment on air. If ot, I won't be surprised.

G. Sharpley gvjames@ralcorp.com

By: jack

jack — Tue, 29 Apr 2008 22:38:23 +0000

why why do you play rev. wright every 15 min. you play it so much i feel nothing when you show it again, except to turn to a nother news source, or is it you can only do 1 thing at a time (small minds)there at cnnn) please show it a couple of time and get on with other news im sure there more on bedsides dr wright. i will vote for omba so please go on to more news you nut i could care less agout rev. wright

By: Tom

Tom — Tue, 29 Apr 2008 22:37:51 +0000

I think Carter has become just another sad joke who has tied his wagon to Obama.....or is that around his neck?? Hamas and ties to a Presidential candidate just shouldn't come up as often as it does with Obama – get this loser out of here already – we need a STRONG candidate who can win in November and it's become glaringly obvious that Hillary is that candidate. Obama is f.o.s. about his next step back on Mr. Wright – a day late and a dollar short and my hunting and church going daddy used to say. Can't help but wonder if the two of them planned this "split" so that he could try to get the baggage out of the closet.

By: Thomas

Thomas — Tue, 29 Apr 2008 22:35:40 +0000

Wolf, how can I buy gas where your preview shows we are taking stress at the pumps. The pump prices you depict are about $2.70 a gallon. I want some of that gas.

Thomas-Chattanooga,Tn

By: Russ

Russ — Tue, 29 Apr 2008 22:35:01 +0000

I really think it's time for Blitzer to retire. What a boring CNN reporter, anchor or whatever he is supposed to be. My 96 year old grandmother would be more exciting to watch and listen to.

By: Ann DeWitt

Ann DeWitt — Tue, 29 Apr 2008 22:32:52 +0000

Could not believe President Carter today in the situation room saying he did not know which canidate to endorse. What full of crap this guy is. He announced awhile back that his family is for Obama and he would have to follow. Should stay off television if he can't remember what to hell he says. Sorry Wolf did'nt remind him of his previous choice.

By: Russ

Russ — Tue, 29 Apr 2008 22:31:58 +0000

28 year old White MAN in FLORIDA...You moron. The pastor of which you speak was not Clinton's pastor. All the real stories, not the blog crap you speak of, identify this pastor as Clinton's pastor, true. But they are talking about the town of Clinton's pastor, not Hillary Clinton. What idiotic, right wing, conservative conclusion without investigating the facts. OPEN MOUTH AND ISERT FOOT. I repeat , moron!!

By: dorothy

dorothy — Tue, 29 Apr 2008 22:28:17 +0000

I am glad that we still have President Carter, that is not afraid to reach out to what we call our enemies. This about it his Enemy allowed him to return to the United States unharmed. A Great Man, that knows how to lead by EXAMPLE! (NOT OUT OF FEAR)

Jim

By: Ilona Proud Canadian

Ilona Proud Canadian — Tue, 29 Apr 2008 22:26:47 +0000

Breaking news,

North Carolina Robocalls Giving False Info To Blacks! Check Huff Post, cnn will not post this, you need to warn your friends and family in North Carolina!!!!

By: ron

ron — Tue, 29 Apr 2008 22:20:29 +0000

When are citizens going to denounce these clowns that disrepect America ... her good history and charitable ways and superior miltary. As I see it, Durbin, Murtha, Schumer, and the beloved Jimmy Carter, among others in "leadership" should be tried for treason and shot for their utmost disrespectful actions against this great country. Freedom of speech is a valued right, not an avenue to freely spew anti-American retoric as they have.

By: DEMOCRAT FOR THE WINNER OF THIS NEXT DEBATE !!!

DEMOCRAT FOR THE WINNER OF THIS NEXT DEBATE !!! — Tue, 29 Apr 2008 22:17:53 +0000

Carter just Wants Attention , He's Trying To Keep Himself In The Lime Light . He's A Super Delegate That's All !!!! . Nothing Earth Shattering Here .

Hillary 08"

By: mitch from ark.

mitch from ark. — Tue, 29 Apr 2008 22:17:21 +0000

carter is a proven man of peace.mccain is an admitted war-mongerer.bomb bomb bomb iran....clinton's no better.obama is the only one being honest.

By: Sudhir Malik

Sudhir Malik — Tue, 29 Apr 2008 22:15:03 +0000

How can anyone expect that Hamas leaders will denounce the violance against Isrel and stop killing, while they are killing their own brothers (FATA group)

By: Another 58 yr old for Obama

Another 58 yr old for Obama — Tue, 29 Apr 2008 22:10:31 +0000

What harm does it do to talk to anybody? At least we all know that Jimmy Carter does not lie, as do the ones we have now.

By: American expat

American expat — Tue, 29 Apr 2008 22:07:13 +0000

If you are a supporter of real peace then one would realize that President Carter has been one of the few individuals that has tried to gain peace in the Middle East. If you don't want peace then you will decide that Carter's position was wrong. But, if you think that there is any hope for peace then maybe people should realize that President Carter may be the right person to broker a deal. Has anyone seen any real proposal for peace come from the current administration? How realistic is it for Pres. Bush to accomplish peace? America has been suck in the sand for at least the last 8 years and it's time to make change.

By: Dee Dee

Dee Dee — Tue, 29 Apr 2008 22:05:44 +0000

I think if Jimmy Carter can do something from a humane standpoint, more power to him. He is a good person with high morals and was a great president. Certain few had a different agenda; that's all.

By: Grif

Grif — Tue, 29 Apr 2008 22:04:45 +0000

Obama "Reverend Wright was my Mentor"... So ask a youg person the Question today, "is Borack Obama you're Mentor"???

By: 5 enlightened X OBAMA fans

5 enlightened X OBAMA fans — Tue, 29 Apr 2008 22:01:43 +0000

OBAMA, HAS BEEN HIDING TOO MUCH....MAINLY POLITICS AS USUAL. HE'S TOUTING WRIGHTS SLOGAN " CHANGE IS COMMING' DUHH...WHY DIDN'T HE THINK OF THAT SLOGAN HIMSELF? WHAT IS HE GOING TO DISCLOSE ONCE HE GETS IN THE WHITE HOUSE... WE'VE JUST BEEN THROWN BACK TO THE '60'S...OR WORSE YET THE 50'S

By: Nunya

Nunya — Tue, 29 Apr 2008 21:54:29 +0000

>“They’re the ones who are undermining peace. They’re the ones whose foreign policy objective is the destruction of Israel. That’s the reason I am not talking to them.”

A big part of the problem with Bush is that he sees things in absolute black and white terms. And since he sees things in such terms, he has no ability to understand that others may not. Believe it or not, there are people who take extreme stances simply as a point of motivation and negotiation and *expect* that the end result is going to be somewhere in the middle but that their extreme starting point gives them the maximum leverage.

You can't learn anything about them and what you can do to change them and their organization if no one ever talks to them.

By: Natalie

Natalie — Tue, 29 Apr 2008 21:53:06 +0000

I am so tired of what you guys are doing if Mr Obama did not reach so far do you really think that the Rev Wright comments would of matter, you all never expecited to see a black man beat the Clinton's a popular white family, and i always wanted to ask you why it does not have a Black anchor who host one of the evening news like all you other guys.

By: Texican

Texican — Tue, 29 Apr 2008 21:51:36 +0000

Without War there is no peace. Peace without honor is slavery. No Obama we will not surrender to the Jihadist.

Defend my country or move out. The door swings both ways..
Funny I don't see anyone moving North to Canada or South to Mexico.
Must be pretty good here in the land of the Racist whites.

By: Barb

Barb — Tue, 29 Apr 2008 21:51:02 +0000

Just my opinion on Obama and his running for President. If Obama does not get the chance to run for President , the press should be very proud of themselves for playing a part at tearing him to pieces on the news every day. Guess the news is not important any more just to play to the public for ratings on their programs. Sad that it has come to this.

By: Mike

Mike — Tue, 29 Apr 2008 21:47:45 +0000

Carter is a pig. Worst president in history. Talking with terrorists. Heart attack death would be fair for him.

By: Stanley Devorin-Post

Stanley Devorin-Post — Tue, 29 Apr 2008 21:47:09 +0000

Neither Democratic candidate nor President Bush wants to denounce former President Carter out of respect for the office! President Carter should go back to home building and stop meeting with terrorists!

By: Jeff Spangler, Arlington, VA

Jeff Spangler, Arlington, VA — Tue, 29 Apr 2008 21:46:22 +0000

Carter should be commended for forthrightly dealing with the political reality of Hamas as a duly elected party, and he is unfairly criticized for highlighting the historic Israeli intransigence which sabotages any peace process.

By: De Silva

De Silva — Tue, 29 Apr 2008 21:45:42 +0000

Off topic but.........

You need to ask Jack Cafferty to be a little bit more polite, just because Obama is his choice (so obvious) does not mean that he can give totally bias opinions under the cover of a CNN Political Analyst.

I understand if you make a comment or two favorably or unfavorably. The way Jack talks about the other candidates down is so ridiculous. The worst is how grumpy he is on TV. Doesn't looks like he wants to be there...

I am watching less and less of situation report now because JC.

I know I am not the only one...

By: HP Boston

HP Boston — Tue, 29 Apr 2008 21:45:19 +0000

Carter is a good man but an ineffective president. His soul is pure and his intentions sparkle but he does his best peace keeping here at home and his deeds are applauded.
OBAMA can never come close to the better man than he, President Carter.

By: duke

duke — Tue, 29 Apr 2008 21:38:46 +0000

Funny that McCain demands Obama denounce and reprimand Carter, but doesn't demand the same of President Bush. Bush was asked several times today about it and refused to condemn Carter. A little more hypocrisy John?

By: Steve

Steve — Tue, 29 Apr 2008 21:36:48 +0000

I have a riddle for you... "If" Sen. Obama gets the democratic nomination, goes on to win the general election, and gets inaugurated on Jan 20, 2009...who would be the 1st black president in this country? There wouldn't be one as of yet because Obama is just as white as he is black. Just because he inherited his dads dominant genes many people are fooled by his appearance. Remember, his mom was 100% white. I bring this up for the main reason that McCain, Clinton and the media NEVER would because it could be construed as "racist". So, for those who have voted and will vote for Obama based on race/appearance, you may want to look a bit deeper and do your actual homework with your blinders on because you never know that once you learn who your candidate truly is and what they stand for, you may seek other more interesting options. Don't vote race or gender. Vote your conscience based on facts and information. I'm a white male who can't wait until Colin Powell runs. He'll get my full support.

By: Stacy Clarks

Stacy Clarks — Tue, 29 Apr 2008 21:20:28 +0000

I don't quite get what the big hoop-la is about this

its not like he went over there bowing to Hamas...he went to talk....if he can bring about some result by talking instead of sending our children off to die, why should he not go?!?!?1

PEACE IN THE WORLD, AND END TO THE BUSH/MCCAIN HORRORS OF THE LAST 8 YEARS!!!!

DEMCORATS IN 08!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

By: sickone

sickone — Tue, 29 Apr 2008 21:19:45 +0000

Jimmy cater can do what he wants hamas isnt gonna go away to not negotiate with them is absurd and trying to restart slavery with out geting the opinion of blacks. there will be no peace when two sides agree and try to ignore a third . Give me liberty or death .... Hamas would rather die for thier beliefs than be ignored.

By: aware

aware — Tue, 29 Apr 2008 21:13:36 +0000

Carter was wrong but the Bush administration should have talked to him directly in the beginning. Lone rangers are not helpful.

Who cares what Obama says. Mccain at least has the gravitas to comment. Barack is not authentic, and he has zero credibility. Wright is right. Obama says what he has to say as a politician.

Hillary Clinton 2008 and 2012 0r McCain 08.

By: John in PA

John in PA — Tue, 29 Apr 2008 21:13:21 +0000

Guys – Neville Chamberlain met with Hitler right before Germany invaded Poland to start WWII and declared "peace in our time". What good does it do to meet with these types? Would you rather a Neville Chamberlain or a Winston Churchill in our White House?

By: MM

MM — Tue, 29 Apr 2008 21:13:08 +0000

I think Jimmy Carter has the guts to do what others won't. If there is a chance to make Hamaas go with peace then why wouldn't we talk with them and try to convince them. I am extremely proud of Jimmy Carter.

By: Soba, Clifton, NJ

Soba, Clifton, NJ — Tue, 29 Apr 2008 21:12:26 +0000

I think Carter is one of the person who genuinely wants peace. How can you have peace with someone when you dont want to talk to him, and rattle your sabre every chance you get? He is right about what he is doing.

By: Ryuken

Ryuken — Tue, 29 Apr 2008 21:11:01 +0000

This terrorist group HAMAS has endorsed OBAMA – why would OBAMA side against them. Just another reason that if OBAMA gets the nomination the Democrats will loose the election in November. Vote for Clinton to ensure that the Democrats win back the White House. Tell OBAMA to keep supporting REV WRIGHT and he will be defeated when he runs for the Senate again.

By: Who Cares

Who Cares — Tue, 29 Apr 2008 21:10:11 +0000

Hey 28 year old White MAN in FLORIDA–

Sorry dude, but you should pay closer attention to what you read before you start slinging mud. Rev. William Procanick was the pastor of a church in CLINTON N.Y. They're utterly unrelated to HILLARY.

By: look byond

look byond — Tue, 29 Apr 2008 21:04:20 +0000

MODERN DAY LYNCHING " POLITICAL AND MEDIA LYNCHING"
WOWOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!

By: Over Here in Chicago

Over Here in Chicago — Tue, 29 Apr 2008 21:02:55 +0000

Ok, why does McCain say that only Obama should tell Carter that meeting was a no no. Why can't he say they BOTH should tell carter that was an oopsie??
good grief

By: What do YOU know

What do YOU know — Tue, 29 Apr 2008 21:02:16 +0000

Make Peace Not War. I'm not even Christian and I can respect that statement, so why can you, radical evangelist christian president bush?

By: Grif

Grif — Tue, 29 Apr 2008 20:58:39 +0000

What has Mr Carter got to say, about the connection: Between India, Hamadinajad's Iran, and Russia...

By: we ARE bitter!!!!!

we ARE bitter!!!!! — Tue, 29 Apr 2008 20:54:17 +0000

I agree with Mimi. We may not agree with Hamas's policies, but Carter still wants to have an open and honest dialogue.

By: Pam

Pam — Tue, 29 Apr 2008 20:53:00 +0000

Reprimand him??? He's not Carter's father.

By: candi

candi — Tue, 29 Apr 2008 20:52:34 +0000

Obama would meet if he was President. I think Obama and Carter would like to see this country united and make peace with our enemies.

By: henrie alabama

henrie alabama — Tue, 29 Apr 2008 20:46:41 +0000

WOLF, WE DON'T CARE WHAT MCSAME SAYS HE WANTS TO BOMBBOMB IRAN

By: Chavis

Chavis — Tue, 29 Apr 2008 20:46:29 +0000

He's an elderly statesmen. Leave him alone.

By: Willy

Willy — Tue, 29 Apr 2008 20:46:02 +0000

Wolf Who?

By: Frank

Frank — Tue, 29 Apr 2008 20:41:45 +0000

John McSame ought to shut his war-mongering mouth.

By: crooksandliars

crooksandliars — Tue, 29 Apr 2008 20:40:05 +0000

So Wolf... WHY HAVEN'T YOU AND CNN QUESTIONED HILLARY CLINTON ABOUT THAT NUT SHE CALLS A PASTOR??

Why hasn't CNN looked into the ministry of Doug Coe, Hillary Clinton's spiritual advisor, andRev. John Hagee, whose endorsement John McCain sought??????
These are REAL nuts.