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WE NEED TO MOVE BEYOND THIS???? How many times do we have to hear this from the Obama's and their campaign. How many ?????
Its obvious Obama has not been vetted. Its obvious that the dean team is slanted. I'v had enough. Its gross how this campaign has been run , and its gross how the media has allowed bias. Seriously thinking of doing a write in.
Obama defended Rev wright and portrayed his typical white grandmother as a bigot.. Now we find out LIVE That Rev Wright is truly a radical racist.
Mr Obama and family attended his church for 20 years. I find it hard to believe that Mr Obama Is shocked since its apparent that Mr Obama was really aware of of Rev Wrights Views.

It's no wonder why Michelle OBAMA does not want to talk about Rev Wright. How could anyone really explain logically why it would take her husband Barack, 20 years to realize that the Pastor that he has been listening to on Sundays, has serious issues with "HATE and RACE"?

Any other well educated professional lawyer and Law Professor would have figured that one out within at least 1 to 2 months perhaps.

But I think Obama did know or was very aware about Rev Wright but his pastor’s controversial views probably did not matter to him very much. Obama is supposed to be a Leader who wants to be our President.
OBAMA did not do a BLOODY thing to try to change Wright's thinking and sermons and yet the “YES WE CAN” man that is supposed to be all about change, looked to other way.
How can people who believe in him and what he is preaching not see this as a very serious flaw in his character? GOOD JUDGMENT is a necessary attribute for anyone who wants to be the President and in this situation his judgment was very BAD.
OBAMA’s “CHICKEN HAVE COME HOME TO ROOST”

I wonder if any of you know that during Michelle's freshman year in college, she received an unexpected new roommate. Reason why, her roommate was white and her family did not want her to share a room with Michelle because of her color. She doesn't talk about thing like this because she's a lady, first lady.

I know that everyone knows that Ms. Obama stated, "This is the first I am REALLY proud of my country." Unless you have spent your life under a rock, there are time when you were no proud of your country. Think about it, the lies, and underhanded activities executed by this country at some point in your lifertime. You don't like Ms. Obama, but it not want you think she said about this country. Be honest with yourself. So, you support the Clintons, bill is the scum of the earth, and Hillary is a "I am MY OWN TWIN, (brother) Why do you think she put with Bill and Their women for over 30 years. A man has to fine softness somewhere. But, he is not selfess , he shares..

People are scared to speak out. But I feel it is necessary. I was educated and worked w/blacks all me life. and Personally, did not like everything handed to them. Politics is rough. If you can't handle it, you need to get out of the kitchen. The Obama group always calls it a racial comment. You can't debate the issues, because you call every it "racial." I am sure Obama would be ready someday, but his lack of experience is essential for this office. Also I would like to see black apply themselves in job situations rather than expect everything to be handed to them because they are black.

It is now all a Media Driven issue. Out of sync, bad blue drapes, a sickly plant and there sit Michelle Obama and Caroline Kennedy having to have Suzzanne bring up the same old stupid questions. Meanwhile, the worst month in the Iraq war. Meanwhile, Generals being selected and trained to lie to the media by the Bush Administration. Meanwhile, gas hits record prices. Meanwhile, oil prices shoot towards a new record.

When will the propoganda machines or media let this go. We all know that the Republicans will have an easier time with Mrs. Clinton. This is why this story continues to have legs. Follow the money!

I want all the superdelagates know that we the people will elect the next president not them. They better stay with the popular votes or they will be suprise in November. Yes we can!

I am feeling very frustrated-why is CNN having its reporters continue to harang various people about the Rev. Wright issue? I watched Malveax tonight with Michelle Obama-she reminded me of a reporter at a crash site trying to get someone who has just experienced the death of their loved one to make an emotional soundbite-she seemed awkward and ill at ease continuing to drill Michelle instead of moving on. Malveaux (sorry if I have misspelled her name) had the look on her face like "I am supposed to be boring in on Michelle but I really have a sour taste in my mouth doing it." Move on-I always thought you were the best news source in the business-right now you are disappointing me-you seem mean spirited. Get back to real news-don't make the news.

Everyone knows that Mrs Obama is a racist. Of course she had nothing to say – anything should would say would definately damage Obama's race.

JANEL, ST .PAUL MIN. WHY DONT YOU KISS YOUR CANIDATES -. AND STOP THE HATE ON THE CLINTONS. YOUR NOTHING BUT A CRY BABY AND HATER JUST LIKE THE REST OF YOU O.B. SUPPORTERS AND YOUR CANIDATE. IF HE CANT TAKE IT THAN WHY DOSNT HE QUIT. HE IS THE MOST ARROGANT, RACIST, DIVIDER AND HYPOCRITE OF A CANIDATE I HAVE EVER SAW.

She looks really bad in the picture! This is what politics does to you. Looks like she is ready bite someone's head off!

She remains silent because she stands with Rev. Wright!

I WILL STAND WITH MCCAIN before I will stand with MICHELE OBAMA the woman's who up to a year ago just started loving AMERICAN.

AMERICANS should be OUTRAGED!

SEND HER TO AFRICA and let OBAMA be the PRESIDENT there.

Smart move Michelle! Gotta love them!

08AMA!

Would you consider voting for David Duke for president?

What if he ran and even though he sat in klan meetings and listened to their rhetoric for years but he now strongly denounces it and because the media makes a bigger issue of it he has left the klan altogether.

What if he has a slumlord friend by the name of Leona Helmsley that contributes to him, however he does not denounce her and admits making shady business deals including his own house.

What if he has a terrorist friend that bombed a federal building and killed children in the blast by the name of Timothy McVeigh. He doesn’t denounce him either and even co-chairs an organization with him. Even attends a party held by Timothy in his honor to launch his campaign. David says that Timothy blew up the Oklahoma building long before he knew him and should not mean anything.

What if David was endorsed by the neo-Nazi party and their affiliates worldwide. He denounces them even though his ex-grand dragon klan leader published articles from the nazi parties while he attended and paid money supporting his klan group.

However despite all this what if David Duke promotes change and says he wants to get past the above petty distractions and unite this country under a common cause. Whatever that cause may be.

Now do you vote for David or would you think that if David ran with those people in his circle of friends that it would be utterly ridiculous to vote for such a person.

So if you wouldn’t vote for David than why are you voting for Obama and his friends Wright, Ayers, Rezko and Hamas?

No difference other than color.

CRY ME A RIVER O.B. SUPPORETERS AND CLINTON HATERS. O.B. SHOULD HAVE NEVER GOT INVOLVED WITH A RACIST LIKE HIS PASTOR. WHAT COMES AROUND GOES AROUND. O.B. 'S WIFE IS JUST LIKE HIM. THEY BOTH STILL BELIEVE IN THEIR PASTOR. THEY WANT TO BE QUIET ,BECAUSE THEY DONT WANT THE COUNTRY KNOW THEY CANT GET RID OF THEIR PASTOR ,ONLY DENOUNCE HIS SERMONS. GIVE ME A BREAK.

"Rise Hillary Rise". Sounds like a scene from Bride of Dracula!

IT IS TIME FOR YOU TO GET OUT OBAMA, IF YOU ARE ON THE TICKET I WILL SWITCH PARTIES AND VOTE MCCAIN.

This is unacceptable. She can't even express a negative view. How can anyone trust her -- him -- them. Obama is not fit for public office.... maybe he should denouce his wife.

Wow. As I look at the comments above mine, I find myself wondering:

IF Michelle Obama really DID say that America is a mean country, how could all of you out there torching her now, torch her for THAT? We ARE a mean country–look at yourselves.

I'm so impressed that so many people are so skilled at looking directly into the heart of Michelle Obama, and are exposing all of her weaknesses and hatreds for America. Of course, it's also possible that many of you are too weak-minded to see the difference between objective fact and your own made-up excuses for hating someone. Never too hard to find some rationalization for hatred.

The biggest problem that Michelle Obama has right now, is that her husband and her are high-quality people with character and intellect. And it's easy to hate something you can't possibly understand; all you have to do is re-arrange the words and hear whatever you want to justify the hate.

We don't need a change of leadership in Washington, so much as we need a huge investment in new diapers for a whole bunch of you writing on this board.

I agree with "Tee" (viewer 's comments, above). We did not (and do not) point the finger at Catholic families who attended churches where the "Father" molested boys, do we? NO!!! We do not! This is really ridiculous to try to hold Barack OBama accountable for his Pastor's personal/private views that he has now made public. This is exactly why we need a President who CARES about how people are treated and regarded. Catholic paishioners are not blamed for the personal dealings of the "Father" and neither should Barack Obama have to stand for questions about his Pastor's personal beliefs. The only people who are enjoying this craziness are folks who view chaos as a form of entertainment. Rev. Wright has nothing to do with politics (PERIOD!). Let's get on to what MATTERS in POLITICS!

I have never seen so many paranoid Americans in my life!

When she is allowed to speak again...it will be well scripted and of course not honest....when she was honest about not having pride in her country the Obama power hungry crowd saw what a liability she would be....Can you imagine this loose lipped woman loose on the world stage? One can only shudder to think who she would offend by her silliness.

It is so funny that people think it is ok for Bill to defend Hillary with all of her sniper lies. Let me just tell, Michelle will support her spouse as well as she should. It is called for better or for worse. All of you thought Hillary was stupid for staying with Bill now she is the best thing since slice bread.

I would just much rather people be honest and say you dont want him as president because he is black. Then we can truly get back to the issues at hand. Superdelegates like that he doesnt have to lie and put up dirty ads or answer certain questions when the situation arises.

But let's just do the Math!!! THAT determines the nominee!!

Go Obama!!!!!

I adore Michael Moore for speaking out without fear of the press. It is so nice of a man to get past the racial stuiff and be real! The press needs to try to understand, instaed of taking partial comments and tristing them to their fancy to confuse the public. It is clear what side the media plays. So sad. It's not about Rev. Wright or Obama, it is about having their way and shaping minds. They sound like a bunch of cry babies, that feelings are deeply hurt!

Leave her to hell alone. She isn't a radical, she just loves her husband. I swear a lot of you Hillary Supporter don't have a freaking brain. You really don't.

I think every Democrat and Independent should count their stars because when you really think about all the stuff about Obama is already out there. But you have to ask if this is the worst that could happen to him then this is nothing.

The truth is John McCain and HIliary Clinton have hidden agendas that will make Barrack Obama's problems look like last years's back page news.

Let not forget, Senator Obama has ran the best campaigne in the history of this country. His campaigne managed to bring more people into the electorial process than any other candidate ever. He has a mild temper, and I believe he has a genuie concern for mankind. We should not let Rev Wright or anyone else define who we are. if we let this moment slip away we will always wonder what could have been.

Remember his opponents are good friends and they think alike and much with the same values Just think, if you are voting for one or the other you are simply just voting for the same.

Think about it.

It was probably all she could do to keep from tearing into one of her wild, ghetto style rants to defend her beloved pastor. I think Obama must have taken Michelle for a shock therapy treatment to keep her mouth shut.

Thank God she's keeping her mouth shut! Although whenever she opens it, Obama is hurt so maybe she should keep talking...

Obama couldn't make a good judgement about his pastor 20 years ago, now that he is rejecting him, how convenient.

You know, the real problem is that before this campaign Rev. Wright was a good friend of the Obama's...marrying them and baptizing their children. Heck, Obama was even going to have Wright lead prayers at the start of his campaign (until he realized that may be controversial). Oh wait...Obama hadn't heard Wright's sermons that were in dispute...but why did he change his mind at the beginning of his campaign?

Of course, as the issue has developed Obama's story has changed. I heard him on CNN deny hearing the controversial sermons. That changed the next day and now...throw Wright to the wolves. I am glad he isn't my friend.

I'm disappointed in the media. There are so many topics/issues:
economy, the war, the environment. Look at Obama's 10 year legislative experience how many Americans has he helped? That's why this country is in the mess it is in. Kerry was swiftboated and he would have made a better president. Will you allow Obama, the bst candidate to be swiftboated again and end up disappointed yet again. When will Americans learn?

It is funny that his supporters don't want to hold him responsible for his Reverends comments but everytime one of Hillary's supporter says something they don't like it is her fault. Being someones Reverend for 15 or 20 years which I still don't know which is correct is a little different than a supporter saying something, The candidates aren't responsible for their supporters but going to the Reverends church for this long and not knowing he is like this is questionable. I think his wife is more in tune with Reverend Wright then he is. She seems bitter at times in regards to race issues. I do not support Mr. Obama but I don't hold him responsible for Reverend Wrights comments, but I do question how much he knew of the Reverends beliefs that were being taught at the church.

maybe she did not memorize yet what she is supposed to say?

Those of you who are day dreaming of Hillary ' WINNING ', you are confusing it to ' WHINING '. Afterall Hillary's supporters are less educated ones. She can whine. Obama can WIN.

GO Obama ')8

This family is looking more and more like a bunch of cardboard cut-outs.

I think it is funny that when Obama gave the race speech all of his supporters were standing up for Wright, saying that he was right but now that Obama has denounce him Obama supporters are quite against Wright. Now they are also asking CNN to post "the issues" but a few weeks ago they wanted to know where the Bosnia articles were. Food for thought.

She cant answer because she respects Rev Wright and disagrees with Obama.....bapt his children and wed them...lets get serious.... OBAMA made a political move and turned his back on his spiritual advisor for 20 years. Michelle is not being smart, shes scared to say what she really feels.

Michelle and Barack Obama knew exactly the teachings of the Black Liberation Theology Church after sitting in that church for 20 years. Now they are raving and ranting about Rev. Wright's performance lately. They knew and it was A OK for years. They are both liars. They will do and say anything to win the White House.
For ten years Senator Obama has not really helped the voters in their South Chicago district with jobs and less drugs and crime. The promises of hope and change did not happen. Just so many fancy speeches for political pondering. Senator Obama is a radical with nothing to offer most Americans families.
VOTE FOR ANYONE EXCEPT OBAMA. HE IS THE DIRTIEST OF DIRTY POLITICIANS

Please no comparison between Michelle and Hillary. Michelle is a person of great morality.

I do agree with Victor NC we should worry about things that facing us on daily basis. The media is obssed with Rev. Wright PLEASE if you have no news and want more news you should turn to Obama mama News Room I will provide you with some exciting news. Let go Rev. Wright alone he was trying to sale his book, and you know it was the Clinton camp that brought him so that people could get angry once more. You see Obama has been endorsed by many people today. Smart people know you cannot accuse some one for some body's mistakes. Good Job VICTOR

I would imagine that sitting in the Rev. Wrights church for 20 years listening to him spew his anti-American sentiment may be the reason that Michelle made the comment "I have never been proud of my country in the past". Chickens coming home to roost?

sad time for america,thanks to poor journalism.No wonder many here ar eignorant.Garbage journalism is what feeds them.

You people criticizing the Obamas for not just tossing their pastor away immediately are clearly not Christians or churchgoers. Your pastor is someone who teaches you the lessons IN THE BIBLE. Not your political views. You use what you learn in the Bible and apply it how you feel you want to live your life. It's the Biblical teachings that they learned from Rev. Wright NOT his political message. And if you people ONLY have those around you with whom you agree with EVERY SINGLE POV THEY HAVE....you have already defined yourselves as narrow minded and limited in your exposure and experience.

Rev. Wright was wrong in his behaviour on Monday and some of the things he said were untrue, but the reality is that much of what he said in the sermons was TRUE. Pretending America is perfect is not patriotic; Real patriots love this country and when you love you don't lie. We made mistakes in the past and will make them in the future. We've done harm to others, as well as had it done to us. Most of you are only living up to what Rev. Wright said....you KNOW about Hiroshima, you KNOW about Japanese internment camps, you KNOW about G-Bay, you KNOW about our dealings with Saddam and Bin Laden....but, you don't bat an eye and you are indignant when someone confronts us with our own bad acts.

Congrats! Many of you have proven a man you consider crazy to be correct.

I'm buying coffee for my girls tonight if this actually makes it past the moderators. LOL

Obama O-8!

It was nice that Michelle did not add anything to what Sen. Obama said yesterday. I like the way Sen. Obama expressed his feelings towards the rest of the world. His idology was totally different from Rev. Wringht's anger which he might have carried on with him for a long time. I donot think the world should judge Sen. Obama on his pastor's peroformance of which I did witness on the TV. I am call my self a christian, but I do attend service every Sunday, I will be telling you a lie if I said that. Therefore, please let us not crusify Sen. Obama over some one's else sins. Let us move we have a lot or work ahead of us to do. Lets get busy supporting the Sen. so that he can do his job properly. You should remember that he has voluteered to be our servant, taking care of our problems.
I totally agree with you Sen. Obama, when you go to church you go to worship the Lord and we do not have to vet the pastors. Pastors are human beings, just like us. How do we know that Rev. Wright had nothing to lose after all he had arrived to the end of his career, so he did not care whom he hurt since his road had just got to where he was going. For your own infromation it was not Sen. Obama he was trying to hurt. It was the AMERICAN PEOPLE he wanted to hurt more than anything. He had jus got the platform to release his anger to the world.

can we please put this to rest, enough is enough, why still ask these questions about the pastor? I know it makes great news but it's time to put this to rest and move on with the rest of the real questions like health care...anyone who asks even one more question about this pastor must be an idiot, including the media.
why even bring it up anylonger. why is the media so fasninated with this pastor? I think it's because they don't want to bring up the issues....please SHUT UP ABOUT THIS ONCE AND FOR ALL AMERICA. THEPASTOR IS NOT RUNNING FOR PRESIDENT...HELLO!!!! THE PASTOR IS NOT RUNNIMNG FOR PRESIDENT!!! HOW STUPID CAN U ALL GET

Also have you notice that every hateful blogger against Sen. Clinton does not give out their name? things that make you go hmmm...

Rise Hillary Rise!

oh mygosh! i would like everybody to close your eyes for just a second or two andimagine michelle as the first lady. doesnt it make you cringe? first ladies are supposed to be ladylike (i dont get that from her, shes more uuuhhhmmm manly?), is supposed to champion a cause (i am afraid that the cause she chooses to champion will lead her back to rev wright and the church) and is supposed to smile all the time whether they want to or not (she rarely smiles and looks really mean all the time). i said this before and i was calle dracist but i will ask again (im not racist by the way). michelle has been followong wright longer than obama has and rev wright is very much anti white. okay, i have noticed that she doesnt really hang with white folks. now i could be wrong and she could have white friends but i have never seen her with white folks. so how anti white is she?

it is sad that Sen. Obama is being framed in the context of what his pastor might have said... however the problem is that his comments and views are not new... and for all this time Sen. Obama stood silent he watch this pastor and carefully thought that he was the kind of person that could guide him spiritually... it was Obama who introduce religion int he the Democratic lexicon, that Democrats should not be afraidn to talk about their faith, his faith has guided him, however his faith has also being guided by Rev. Wright... he got caught in a bad situation and I feel for him, this is no easy matter. The questions will continue and the pressure will escalate... unfortunately for me my choice continues to be Sen. Clinton. May Sen. Obama and his family find true guidance thru this difficult time.

Rise Hillary Rise!!!

Now his saying "black church" so black people can back him up over his ludacris comments. I'm sure plenty of black people will fall for this. If Rev wright going to make you believe that Obama is ditching on "black community" or "black church" go head follow his footsteps into a ditch. some of us already started saying Obama turned his back on us(black people). I think we all should vote for who we think gonna feel our pain and actually "experienced" what we're going through from day to day. let's leave the He say, she say stuff behind.

Perhaps, silence speaks loader than words! Sounds like Obama's
wife would agree with Rev. Wright, therefore, she can not say anything for fear of croaking much like "Jeremiah" did, how fitting. It just seems
like there is alot of arrogance and narsissism in the Obama camp, and I believe that voters across the country are beginning to see it. Again, the voters MUST vote with their brains and not their hearts. After
all, this primary for President is not an exercise in affirmative action, this is a job for Hillary Clinton that has ALL the Qualifications for the job. Bringing "everyone together" sounds pretty, but don't we need a President with solutions not just clever speeches. GO HILLARY!

What should we focus on next? Obamas dog peed on someones lawn so now Obama shouldnt be nominated.?
Meanwhile Hillary and Bill made $800,000 lobbying for a trade agreement she says she is against.
Meanwhile Hillary is millions of dollars in debt to God-knows-who for her campaign.
Meanwhile Hillarys campaign guru was also double dipping with the foreign lobbyists over a trade deal so he resigned but still works for her.
Meanwhile Hillary set health care reform back 50 years with her publicity stunt as first lady .
Meanwhile Hillary gained illegal access to FBI files on dozens of her political enemies while living in the white house.
Meanwhile Ed Rendell handed out millions in illegal brown bag financing in PA on her behalf so she could keep her head above water in the primary there.
Meanwhile Hillary was given a house in NY by various unidentified lobbyists so she could run for Senate in a state she did not live in. Meanwhile Hillarys husband pardoned her friend who owed millions to the US govt in back taxes. \
Meanwhile Hillary continues to Lie Cheat and Steal.

I wouldn't touch Nobama with a 10 foot pole. He is a disgrace to black and white America...

When she said that this is the first time in my life I have been proud of my country I lost any interest in anything she had to say.
Maybe Obama never heard what Wright was preaching but she certainly sounds as if she did.

Wow!! Michelle Obama keeping her mouth shut. Now there's a switch!! She should do that more often.

After all this drama Hillary STILL can't put him away! She is a weak candidate. Republicans will not vote for her and Independents don't want her. If Hillary was in this position she would be crying by now.

With the right wing media , bill, Hillary and Rev. Wright all attacking him , he still keeps his composure – NOW THAT'S PRESIDENTIAL !!!

Go Obama, show them how a man stands tall through adversity !!!

She talked about the race speech that Obama made but they are the first ones to say that race is not an issue. She just like her husband and real scarrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrryyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyy for the WH. She not even proud to be American!! She play like she all for the people but like Mr Rick Wilson said the skeletons keep jumping out of the closet and we as the American people should and demand to know because we do not want him as our President.
She keep saying that they the underdog in the race..stop trying to play on the American peoples sympathy because it got old real quick!!

HILLARY CAN WIN EVERY ELECTION BY 20% FROM HERE TO THE END AND WILL STILL LOSE! WE ALL KNOW THIS WILL NOT HAPPEN, SO SHE SHOULD DROP OUT NOW!!!

Sen. Obama responded first, saying he "made a statement yesterday that was hard to make."

why was it so hard for Obama to state that he is breaking his ties with a man who said such terrible things about Americans and the US. Have you folks noticed that Obama's style is to stay neutral is so many ways for as long as he can? all the present votes, and now this; not standing up against Wright until he was forced to. Do you really believe he had no clue to Wright's beliefs, personality and extreme views for 20 years, or did Wright all of a sudden become this outspoken narcissist?

TO: Sharon Minnesota April 30th, 2008 5:25 pm ET

i SEE YOUR NASTY HATEFUL POST ABOUT MICHELLE AND BARACK DAILY. JUST WHAT IS YOUR PROBLEM??? YOU ARE OBVIOUSLY A VERY BITTER , JEALOUS, SMALL MINDED, SAD PERSON. EVEN IF MICHELLE DID HATE AMERICA. SHE WOULD STILL BE 10 TIMES BETTER THE UGLY PERSON YOU ARE. WHAT DID THE OBAM'S DO TO YOU. I AM A HILLARY SUPPORTER AND JUST DISGUSTED BY ALL THE HATE AND IGNORANCE THE HER SUPPORTER SPEW.

GET A FREAKIN LIFE SHARON.

Corporate owned media attacks the one presidential canidate that doesn't pander to corporations. Hummm. coincedence. Nope. We can never have another honest president. Face it people, America is now the bad guys and you know what happens to the bad guy at the end of the movie. I truly think this is one of God's tests. He puts three choices before you to see what matters more to you; your own shallow fears or your integrity. America will make it's choice and we will have to ALL deal with it. Why do you think every nation in the world wants Obama as president? They see the choices unfiltered by corporate owned media outlets maybe. And for those of you who say "who cars what the world thinks". Think about how the world warned us not to go into Iraq.

The Hiliary supporters are the uneducated blue collor people as the numbers have shown. Its obvious by the statements written. It's ok-we know you all don't know better and don't want to make things better for yourselves or your children.

I am sorry that Rev. Wright's continuing comments have introduced racism into this race in such a negative way. My gr gr gr fa [from Kentucky] died at Andersonville because he believed that slavery was not fair. [He was white.] So many white and black people in this country have suffered from exploitation. Look at the new wave immigrants who died in the factories and the mines. In the 1900 and 1910 censuses, the mortality rates for those adults and their children were higher than comparable mortality rates in the South. There have been good white churches and synagogues and biased ones; but there have also been good black churches as well as biased ones. I am so sorry that a narcissistic pastor, such as Rev. Wright has become such a divisive figure; however, Barack and Michele Obama were not forced to be members of his church. I wouldn't have stood for his liberation theology for 2 Sundays, whether I was black or white.

Tee,

You are obviously not a Catholic. Priests did not molest children in front of their parishioners, but the Rev. Wright spewed hateful vitriol in FRONT of his congregation for all to hear! and what is truly sad, they approved of what he said. Catholics did NOT aprove in the same way J. Wright's people did! Big difference.

In a word: ridiculous...

The Obamas are the most deceptive and artificial people in the race today. They have been preaching change and the value of good judgment, honesty and good will.

And now... Rev. Wright speaks his mind (the only honest person in this whole issue – even if I do not agree with him at any point) and the Obamas go into "damage control mode". Suddenly people behind the scene are trying to silence Rev. Wright (to prevent the guy from speaking his mind)... Obama pretends to be shocked (how naive!) and Michele is the perfect wife: silent as if she were from Stepford.

WAKE UP AMERICA!

I would be rallying to the side of the Obama family...

But they trashed the Clintons... again and again... played the race card for no good reason... ran untrue ads about Clinton's platform...

Obama mocked Hillary... with Annie Oakley.

Obama brushed Hillary and 14 million of her supporters off his shoulders.

So, now... well... I forgive, but I will never forget and I will not vote for you. Why? The hypocrisy of your hype of hope.

Whatever. They're both racist, same as their good buddy!

THIS IS EXACTLY WHY HILLARY WILL WIN!!!!!!

Just words...

Just words....

Just words...

That is the Obama platform.

Please, Michelle, add a few more "just words"

Exactly what I would have chose not to say Mrs. Obama...... Goooo
Sen. Obama....... We have Bigger Business to stay focused on........ Obama 08...............!!!!!!!!!!!!!

HOW MUCH CAN SHE SAY ABOUT A MAN THAT MARRIED HER ,BAPTIZED HER CHILDREN AND HER HUSBAND NAMED HIS BOOK AFTER ONE OF WRIGHTS SERMONS?

THIS IS A JOKE! THE DRAMA NEEDS TO STOP!!!
WHO CAN WIN IN NOVEMBER?
HILLARY HAS PROVEN THAT SHE CAN TAKE A PUNCH AND SHE IS STILL HERE!!!!
THAT IS THE AMERICAN WAY!
HILLARY IS SMART AND READY TO LEAD!
SHE GETS MY VOTE!!!!!!

To Crissy, TX-

You're the one that needs to shut your big trap. Based on all the grammatical errors in your post, I'd say you're the last person to worry about insults to your intelligence. We could never insult YOUR intelligence because you're not playing with a full deck of cards, anyway.

Obama 08

Oh this is just too easy.

Another eloquent post from one of the highly educated pro-Obama people who keep insulting the Hillary supporters:

joyce April 30th, 2008 5:28 pm ET

president and first lady
you did the right thing
michaell must watch ebver word tonight
and she will
she is a brilliat lady as obama is a gentamen

Don't you remember what happened to Winnie Mandela?

To Crissy, TX-

You're the one that needs to shut your big trap. Based on all the grammatical errors in your post, I'd say you're the last person to worry about insults to your intelligence. We could never insult YOUR intelligence because you're not playing with a full deck of cards, anyway.

Obama 08

I wish she WOULD speal... that would be the nail in the coffin for Obama.

This woman is SO hard that she makes Hillary look like a cheerleader.

We've had to bare the preaching and lecturing from the Obamas for the past several months. We've been spoken to as if we were children. We've been spoken down to. We've been mishandled and insulted by those who support him. Anyone who opposes him is misguided, racist, a moron, uneducated, and any number of other things I've read on the blogs. Michelle Obama has done any number of talk and platform shows. She's has constantly pontificated from Mount Obama as to how we should think and feel and making an attempt to manipulate public opinion as to why it's anything but the world's dumbest mistake if we don't let her hsuband have his way in this matter. Obama goes as far as bowling with people he'd never ever have anything to do with in a failed attempt to garner blue collar votes in Pennsylvania. None of his people said anything. Had it been Senator Clinton, it would have been ridiculed. Just this past weekend, he actually plays basketball with a WNBA player. How many times does Senator Obama do this? Is this part of his normal schedule or what? Today, Obama's big speech is being slowly vetted to contrast the stupidity of that hurried speech he made regarding Rev. Wright's appearance, downplaying it as a "spectacle". Just a couple of months ago, this man was a trusted advisor. Then, he was distanced, but not denounced as he was like "family." Today, bot Obamas are struck dumb on the subject of this like family-former advisor-spritual advisor-former pastor for 20 years and baptizer of their family and the person who performed their wedding vows. For the first time, they're both silent, and his supporters want the world to look the other way. Ridiculousness.

Oh poor babies.....can't take the heat, not prepared for PRIME TIME!

To Janet from St Paul:

I totally agree with your post. He is the one. I want them to be our first family.

Actually she should have said something, hopefully in the same vein as her previous comments. What a loser!

Of course they are silent. If they can't whine about something they can't speak at all. I am waiting with great anticipation however, to hear when Michelle will be proud to be American for the SECOND time in her life. I think we should all leave poor Barack alone and let him eat his waffle. And flip off the wait staff. Hillary 08 & '12. Chelsea '16

To the smart Obama supporters... it is the "Obamas". I see through your posturing of being well educated.

Angus McDugan April 30th, 2008 5:23 pm ET

Every word from the Obama's are under intense review by Hillary and the Republicans. This is sad that Edward's wife can say what she thinks but Obama's wife must stay silent. Hmmm…

Bukky April 30th, 2008 5:24 pm ET

I love this woman… Bill would have run off at the mouth.

Its clear that the Obama's are hurt by their former pastor… I'm glad they faced the issue head on and arent dealing with it any more.

Oh smart Obama supporters... it is the "Obamas". I see through your posturing of being well educated.

Angus McDugan April 30th, 2008 5:23 pm ET

Every word from the Obama's are under intense review by Hillary and the Republicans. This is sad that Edward's wife can say what she thinks but Obama's wife must stay silent. Hmmm…

Bukky April 30th, 2008 5:24 pm ET

I love this woman… Bill would have run off at the mouth.

Its clear that the Obama's are hurt by their former pastor… I'm glad they faced the issue head on and arent dealing with it any more.

He doesn't want this to be a distraction. Who the hell cares what he wants, this must be aired 24/7 all the way to the convention, and if he is the nominee, all the way to Nov 4th election. This obama freak and his circle of friends are dangerous dangerous. Rev.Wright, William Ayers, That Dorn woman, Louis Farrakhan, and whoever else is still lurking in the shadows. Wake up America

The Obama's should be ashamed. I hope his political aspirations are worth all of this. They betrayed the church and the people that supported them for 20 years. Proof that he used Trinity to get ahead politically. Proof of this man's judgement and character.

You are so sick of hearing about Rev. Wright?

OMG- a few days.

We Clinton supporters are tired of your Monicafication of all the issues.
That is SO old... 10 years. So why not let that go and give Wright a 10 year Spin?

It doesn't really matter who suffers, right? Oh the Clintons are fair game- they are out there on the campaign trail. Wasn't that your line with Chelsea? Well so it is, little ones. Obama is out there on the campaign trail. All the questions about Wright are fair game.

So be patient... maybe in 10 years no one will bring Wright up- for no reason whatsoever.

Well with comments like these, I a white woman, have much more distain for you. Geez.....get a life troll.

Enough already, I'm sick of hearing about Rev. Wright. He has had his 15 minutes of fame. Let's hear why Senator Clinton has not denounced, rejected, the billionaire Bob Johnson after he made a racist remark about Senator Obama. Bob Johnson said he supports her because he has been offered a position if she wins. She continues to take donations from him and appeared with him at a function Monday night in N.C. The last thing we need is the Clintons back in the White House.

BO is history and HC will hand a landslide to JM in Nov.:)

Wise Woman!

I AM FOLLOWING THE ELECTIONS IN ZIMBABWE AND THE USA AND AM AMAZED HOW SIMILAR THE TACTICS USED BY HILLARY'S CAMAPAIGN AND THOSE USED BY MUGABE'S ZANU-PF ARE. PERHAPS THE DIFFERENCE IS THAT MUGABE IS A DICTATOR WHO DOES NOT WANT TO LET GO OF THE FACT THAT HE LOST THE ELECTIONS.

CNN:
I find it very interestiing that I have left several comments, and nothing appears. Hmmmm! I gues I shouldn't be so pro-Obama. I see the Hillary people get a lot of play, maybe they have a friend on the CNN Net. All that aside, in my view I would rather stick with a man who has intergrity over a person who has been caught in many lies and falsehoods (Hillary and BIll). If Hillary can answer these questions then I would consider voting for her.. Why did you and your husband really support NAFTA? Why is your husband getting $800k for a deal with Columbia, yet you say you are against the trade deal? How can you talk of ethics and truth yet you lied about Bosinia and said you mispoke on 7 occasions? Why did you not talk about Bill's other affiars prior to becoming President? Why do you shop for the African American vote, yet send your people out to throw them under the bus? OBTW... African Americans will not be taken for granted by you this time. Old fashioned politics. If people would only research the Chicago Election of Harold Washington, people would find out that so called loyal democtrats voted against the Black Mayoral candidate. However, fair and ethical people of all races, and genders voted for Mayor Washington. Obama will be the National embodyment of Harold Washington... go Obama '08

Michell is an anti American ambitious loser....just like OBAMA.

OBAMA is for OBAMA and PRESTIEGE of the PRESIDENCY

Michelle is for the $$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$

Hillary Clinton is for America!!!!

Is it just me, or does Michelle look like she knows it's over? She's silent and somewhere pigs are flying.

How about Al Gore for President?

I feel sorry for Obama. I know he is realy trying. But I think it is over for him.

The superdelegates can easily see November at this point.

Hillary 08!!!!

How realistic can we get!!

Why has Hillary not been dragged to the press to explain

1. The actual Bosnia event. We still need the truth from her

2. The NAFTA deal by Bill, and the gains they are now making from those past deals ($109 million)?

3. Why she is still married to an president who was impeached in this nation (lots of sexual scandals).

and the list goes on

Having her speak on anything could prove FATAL!

Oh, my goodness! And no matter what the Obama supporters say, it was his own doing. He created this demise for himself. Sorry Obama, but the Clinton supporters and Sen. Clinton saw this one coming.

I find it funny that the Obama supporters are all asking Obama to become negative on Hillary now, something they once bragged that their candidate did not do. What a bunch of posers.

Now is the time to be rally behind our democratic candidate...Sen. Hillary Clinton.

She was born in Illinois, she spent summers in Pennsylvania, her late 30's in Arkansas and her early 40's in Washington D.C. After that she became a well respected Sen. from New York, working with both parties to bring about productive legislation for the people.

She is a woman; an intelligent human being with flaws just like the rest of us, but she is ready to lead the country. She knows how to play the cruel and unusual games of politics which will help her win the General election, something she's been saying all along. Sometimes you've gotta lose some to win some. Her 'win' is taking the U.S. towards a better direction, a direction with a thriving economy, just like in the 90's. If anyone has a problem with that must be crazy.

The ideals are wonderful, but one has to put those ideals to practical use. Give her the chance to do so.
Clinton 2008

Mike

A Lot Of People Are Saying The Same Thing !!!

They're Saying Obama and His Campaign , Along With Obama Media Pundits Planned The Wright Speaking tour So Obama Could Publicly Disown Him To get The Wright Thing Behind him . Wright Is A part of The Staged Event . It's All Smoke And Mirrors , Designed To Fool Us .

I Don't Trust Obama At All !!!!!!

Hillary 08 . Or McCain 08"

why don't you cover the ABC story Magnequench – Factories Closed During Clinton Presidency. If this was Obama you would be all over it. Also, check out the $10,000.00 raised for Ben Chandler who was attacked for endorsing Obama. Travis Childers should check out the Dailykos and see what downticket support can do!

I don't care if you corporate owned talking heads post this all that I ask is you try to act like journalists for a minute and report it. We all know once you cannot keep the drama of the primary going your ratings will tank!

I guess during her hiatus she had her foot surgically taken out of her mouth so she wouldn't make any more dumb and stupid comments, gosh, is there a spot for her on Sat Nite Live or Comedy Central why they both 'splain away why they sat in this guy's church, Rev. Wright who said all of the wrong things, gosh, I wonder what they would say and try to 'splain away if they are really doing international diplomatic relations...

If Obama is the DNC nominee, people will put Michelle and Cindy side by side. Michelle cannot hold a candle to Cindy's pretty face. Many voters will consider this important. Comments have been made that Laura Bush helped her husband win by looking pretty and charming while Teresa showed as if she did not know how to dress up. If I have to choose between Obama and McCain, though, I'll vote for Obama because to me, platform and policy are more important than physique and personality. But there's a choice that's a lot easier to make, a choice between McCain and Hillary Clinton. Hillary is smart, experienced, accomplished, kind, caring and very good looking with a very good looking family as well. The Democrats should open their eyes to this reality and decide wisely on the DNC presidential nominee.

She has to stay silent. She is not good at being two-faced.

Barack has used his gift for shape shifting to his advantage.

Will the real Barack Obama please stand up.

Give it a rest CNN, us Americans don't care about this anymore, except for radical right wingers, and Die-Hard Clinton supporters. And news flash, most Americans don't fall into these categories. We are tired of hearing about this!

What a joke your election and your media have become.

When Obama loses the nomination-

It will be everyone else's fault but their own.

They are always the victims and never to blame.

Who strong-armed at caucus?

Is the caucus format even fair- you know it's NOT.

Who called everyone who made a comment that was not adulation, a racist.

Whose nasty team of 24/7 bloggers contaminated these blogs with their filth. You know, you read the vulgar and vile comments posted about the Clintons. Do you think this wins you voters?

Who fills these blogs with name calling insults that denigrate the other candidate and her supporters.

How soon we forget!! The Republicans are crying to run against Hillary. As in the past, the Republicans always out-smart the democrats. Give them Hillary!!!

It's a good idea Michelle Obama just shut up! she isn't running for president and we don't need another Ms. Edwards who can't shut her pie hole.

I keep seeing people post that Obama is a flawed candidate and can not win in November! well first of all I think it is very safe to say all the candidates we have to choose from have one flaw or another. By far Clinton having the most and most well documented lies and such Mc Cain also has many many flaws but the flaws people bring up about Obama are all things that have nothing to do with his ability to be president! I mean Hillary can not tell the truth to save her own life! Mc Cain has a huge Temper and ego not to mention he is WAY WAY to old to be president especially first term. So for me looking at this if the most flawed part about Obama is because someone he knows has extreme views it makes no since to me why people would post he is Flawed and will not win because if he can not win with his very small number of flaws that have nothing to do with his ability to be President than the other two have no chance what so ever.

Go Obama 08 Yes We Can

This election has brought out some of the most ignorant people in the U.S. I can see how easy it was for black people to be lynched. Just fuel the fire and people will spew hate from every corner of their soul. I'm sorry but America is not God. People are worshiping a nation that has killed numerous people of color. I watched this morning after the great and mighty U.S. had dropped bombs in Iraq and them pulling a two year old dead baby out of the rummage. Shame on us for dwelling in filth while babies are dying. Selfish, Selfish people.

She is going to blame America for this- instead of the nasty, race-card playing campaign they chose to run?

They pulled that race-card so often that the whole house of race cards fell down on them.

Chickens?

What goes around?

You pick your reason for this poetic justice.

I do not see how anyone can blame Wright for Obama's decline.
Obama made the choice to go to Wrights Church.
Obama made the choice to become a very close friend with this man.
Obama made the choice to attend this church and listen to this man for 20+ years.
Obama, your choices are what put you at fault for this.
What other reason was there that kept you attending his Church and listening to his sermons and donating money to his church for 20+ years if you didn't agree on what that man was preaching.
Obama you made a horrible choice 20 years ago that you kept on making for 20 years.
And now you blame this man for your political downfall.
Pulleeaase....
I think the change that Wright wants and preaches is exactly the change you want. That is why you do not give any specifics about the change you are going to bring, because that change is a warped, racist change.
For all you Obama supporters are you seriously still trusting this man.

My goodness! People this lady is just a wife and mother. Do you talk about Elizabeth Edwards or Cindy McCain like this? We, as women of color, have to be perfect in every way to earn half of the respect you give everyone else. Please show her a little respect.

Oh please I can't believe this. On Friday rev Wright said the same thing he said on Monday and yet this weekend Obama laughed it off Suddenly Obama wakes up on Tuesday and feels the need to FINALLY distance himself from his extremist pastor and you Obamacans think this is enough. UNBELIEVABLE. Twenty years this rev has spoken like this around Obama they are extremely close and Obama speaks yesterday as if rev Wright woke up on Monday as a whole new unrecognizable person to him and you BELIEVE HIM. SOME OF YOU PEOPLE ARE NOT JUST NAIVE YOU ARE PATHETIC.

So many racist comments here. I thought America is better that this. Color of skin should not be the issue. Character, brain, knowledge, decency, integrity are more important. Obama is better for the country and the world.

I graduated with a degree in journalism from a prestigious private school.
I read comments frequently on here about CNN being biased toward one political candidate or another, or reporting pointless news.

Listen up, news agencies are biased toward one thing and one thing only–themselves.

They will write and publish the articles that will get attention and get read and make them money.

Rev. Wright this week, a blunder of Hillary's next week and on and on.

I asked one of my university professors which news organizations in the U.S. did he think were the most objective. He named two newspapers. I then asked him what grade did he give them for objectivity. He said, "An F."

So just think for yourselves.

I get tired of one comment out of dozens over the past week ever getting posted.

Her tongue must be bleeding from biting it so hard.

But they have to stick to the plan of looking nice or they will not fool the people long enough to steal the nomination.

They clung to Wright's bitter words of antipathy for 20 years- and it left its mark on both of them.

The public distancing was just for show. Don't want to scare the white folk... so let's pander to them and pretend to disavow... then they won't be too scared to vote for me.

Read Obama's book- he has been using that ploy for self-advancement his whole life.

some of you just makes my skin crawl..Bottom line the Clintons will say and do anything to win..Barack wasn't on the ballot in Michigan and they all agreed the votes wouldn't count..People didn't even know Obama that well.The truth of the matter is the Clintons are well known so why does Obama have the lead in most states one,more delegates one and more popular votes?Barack has one this nominations and its is anything else would be stealing it from him .Remember if Hilary is so right for this country and has so much experience why isn't she leading in most states won,most delegate count and most poplar votes..

We already know where she gets her ideas from....WRIGHT????

Mike- Sure, that was Obama's plan all along. You are as delusional as your heroine Hi-liar-y. Makes sense she has your support.

Wow Michelle, for the first time in my adult life, I'm really proud of you

Moderated again?

Only Obama supporters get posted.

Her tongue must be bleeding from biting it so hard.

But they have to stick to the plan of looking nice or they will not fool the people long enough to steal the nomination.

They clung to Wright's bitter words of antipathy for 20 years- and it left its mark on both of them.

The public distancing was just for show. Don't want to scare the white folk... so let's pander to them and pretend to disavow... then they won't be too scared to vote for me.

Read Obama's book- he has been using that ploy for self-advancement his whole life.

Her tongue must be bleeding from biting it so hard.

But they have to stick to the plan of looking nice or they will not fool the people long enough to steal the nomination.

They clung to Wright's bitter words of antipathy for 20 years- and it left its mark on both of them.

The public distancing was just for show. Don't want to scare the white folk... so let's pander to them and pretend to disavow... then they won't be too scared to vote for me.

Read Obama's book- he has been using that ploy for self-advancement his whole life.

Michelle wrote her thesis on her hatred of America. We don't even know enought about Obama to make him the head of OUR country.

Why can't you stop! DOn't you think these people have been through a lot – they have lost a relationship they have had for many years. Obama has lost the only father figure he has ever had. This is very sad.

Initially, I wanted to like the Obamas and believe in change and hope. However, now that they have finally been vetted, I honestly believe they are not mature enough to be in the White House. I have left two churches in my life – one too conservative and one too liberal. I actually walked out of one in the middle of the sermon, to make a strong statement to my children. You only stay in a church when you have children if you really believe what the minister is saying. Also, looking at history, there have been a number of world leaders who have risen during times of economic crisis who have been charismatic and called for change, only to create tremendous harm. Change for change sake is never a good idea. Along with democracy, the stability created by our three-independent-prong system of federal government, along with separation of church and state, is an attribute to be valued. There are many things I want changed about our current policies, but not enough to base an entire campaign on change. I cherish and respect the Constitution and our form of government. The foundation of it is pure genius.

Obamas wife is a racist... hes smart and does not want her to share her opinion...

Truth be told,

I think Obama staged the public fight, to fool people into thinking that he does not agree with Wright and to stage a public distancing from him.

Michelle wouldn't be able to contain her own hatred and would blow the game.

good thing she didn't say anything, she seems to channel rev. wright everytime she opens her mouth. (americans are mean, finally proud of america, etc.)

Most of Obama supporters are unbearable,not because of an ything else,but their derogatory simplistic language.Millions of people fish along all these comments.Most of them are turned off,and believe them it alters their votes.Respect is important,it starts from the family home and goes on and on.

Michelle is intelligent and strong. She is an amazing woman that people should look up too, not tear down. What is the matter with many of you?

Must the campaign be so nasty and personal? American's wake up.

I support Senator Obama strongly. He has been attacked over and over again, but continues to respond with grace and eloquence.

I can at least ask you to respect him and his family, even if you don't support him for President. He has achieved more in his nearly 47 years of life than many of you ever, ever will.

Please stop the hate mongering.

This woman is the mean cop behind the nice cop running for president.

She needs to find some charm.

She'd sink the Obama bandwagon in quick sand faster than you could say... Bill Clinton.

I'd love to see her be the one to take her man down.

Message to Bukky: Michelle already had a run off at the mouth when she made her statement that this is the first time in her adult life that she's proud of America. For that reason, she's better off keeping her mouth shut. Oh no wait, maybe she should keep it open and will do a number for Obama just like Pastor Wright did.

Too bad...

She would be the nail in her husband's coffin.

At least they are smart enough to shut her up.

Once she and Wright own the predidency of the United States, it will be another story.

There will be no place to put all the trash.

That's a nice change from the Hillary Bill tag team. I'd have a tough time hearing the Billary babble from the White House. Save us from that fate, Obama!

Doesn't sound like Michelle is ready to denounce Rev. Wright. My observations in watching and listening to her over this election campaign make me think she listening to and supported Rev. Wright's sermons as well as TUCC's black value system.

SUSAN, MO – while you're at it, get the scoop on Hillary and her child molesting ex pastor. Since we wanna tie our pastors to the campaign, let's run that in the papers and news. Hillary pastor was convicted of child molestation. Why aren't you concerned about that, Susan?

Pastor aren't running for office.. the candidates are.

Rev. Wright himself said that he expected Obama to "distance" himself, depending on how far he got in the primary. I don't think Obama has any problems with Wright's opinions. I think Obama and his wife are simply playing "politics," while Wright waits in the wings.

For 20 years Obama and his family has thought of Rev. Wright as a close, personal friend – practically family – an "uncle." Many voters are worried that If Obama is elected, Wright will once again be by his side.

Obama has too many "skeletons" in his closet and more will come out if he wins the nomination. I simply can't see him winning against McCain. His best bet is to suspend his campaign and gracefully accept a VP position from Clinton.

Principles are being tested during this election.

This preacher is just getting old and crazy. My grandfather was the same way, but are you going to hold that over on me? He would rant and rave, but he doesn't define me any more than Wright defines Obama.

This has no influence on me because I stand on principles. People change with time, but that does not mean that I am not willing to stand by people today, and then turn my back on them later on for reasons of their, not my, choosing.

Obama, get in the white house, show people your character, and let the ignorant people haters see that you are far better a leader than the other candidate.

Get us out of Iraq where Clinton could have voted to keep us out of, but she didn't. Get schools, roads, bridge-retrofits funded here in the US instead of funding iraqi schools and building projects that are simply not where I want my tax dollars being spent.

Also, find another minister, and get him on the airwaves to put this issue to rest for once.

To: The Obama Bashers

It is just like they said at the very beginning of the Campaign. Sometimes he is not White enough, sometimes not Black enough.

It does not matter what either of them say, they are darned if they do and darned if they don't mostly because they are black. The lyingest sleaze bags in the History of mankind with all there garbage lie 2 or 3 times daily, and their uneducated, sometimes bigoted followers can't see it. Go figure!!!

There are only two things I dislike about Michelle Obama, her face.

I THINK ALL THIS IS ABOUT IS HE WILL CONDEM HIM PUBLICLY BUT STILL SECRETLY CLINGS TO HIM JUST WAIT AND SEE.A DOG DOSEN'T CHANGE HIS SPOTS AFTER 20 YEARS.

This is our First Family, A married couple that truly loves eachother and loves the world and wants the best for our country. You don't have to worry about Senator Obama having an affair in the White House or disgracing America and telling a bold faced lie to the whole world about anything. This is an honest family. Unimpeachable, Quality, excellent example to Represent America and get our Good name back with the World.

Cynthia

The media has surly distracted the American people in this race. Instead of the issues they support insinuations and gossip. Not much different than the rags at the grocery checkout.

I am so sick and tired of the sheer stupidity and ignorance that this campaign has revealed to the world. I am Canadian. Barack Obama is not responsible for Rev. Wright, he can no more control Rev. Wright than Hillary can control Bill. You can choose your husband and your pastor. Hillary should just shut up. And get it straight people, Michelle Obama was referring to the political process. Has anyone actually listened to the full context. Americans do not deserve to have these two in the White House, these two are too intelligent, too nuanced, too thoughtful to fill the shoes of an office occupied by Bush. Why do the bloggers here not direct some of their vitriolic and misinformed and sheer stupid comments to the complete moron who now occupies the White House and who has done more damage to America than any other President probably in US history. The media creation and the ignorance that the Wright episode has produced is simply frightening. In no other country in the world could a media driven spectacle derail someone like Obama from becoming President, but then again, there is no other country in the world where Blacks are held to standards that no one else has to deal with.
Very very sad.

Alicia

Smart lady. She's learned not to be prodded into saying something that the press will spin. What ever her feelings are, be they anger sadness or hurt... she has a right to keep them to herself.

Mrs. Obama has been told to keep quiet. Notice she is not doing any more interviews.

What is there to actually say?
Senator Obama waited way too long to do what he did regarding Rev. Wright... This is the kind of delayed decision making that we can NOT afford to have governing our Nation...
I think that "experience necessary" is part of the job description!

What an inane headline. This garbage piece was all about the few seconds at the end of the video when Obama joked about his wife, not about his very thoughtful and sincere answer to the original question. Gotta love the media.

Obama can't even deal with one man, Wright, how the heck is he going to deal with real issues facing America like the economy, war on iraq, immigration....etc..

How are the Obama's victims in this situation? A. They chose to stay in this church and build a relationship with this pastor for 20 years. B. They chose to be in the public light when they announced his candidacy. C. If they think this is bad, just wait for the Republicans to get their hands on Obama.

Obama will never win on November, this guy is is totally wrong, he's studded talk is only about fabricate he's answer. Now talking about Jeremiah wright because of he's own convenience. why now. what about when he's mentor and friend rev. Weight was insulting our Country. he never defend our Country. now is just because of Him. alway about him. senator Obama is dangerous wrong individual, with the virtue of laying and manipulative he's not electable. senator Obama is exact illy rev. Wright Shadow . He has to much hatred in he's Hearth. . need to detoxify himself.

*Susan Mo*

You are rather annoying. Can you come up with any constructive comments. At least Michelle Obama knows when "silence is golden"

Hello America,

When you are finished beating up one of the best political statesman of our time, Barack Obama, please ship up to us in Canada.

He makes our politicians look incompetent and decrepit.

Heck, we'll even take the Reverend, just for the entertainment value.

Good luck with Bush and McBush. Maybe some war museum will take them in and offer them shelter from the storm of people tired of the same old crap.

Good luck America!

It is a total shame that Barak Obama has to tried for comments made by his pastor of 20 yrs. Obama DID NOT MAKE THE COMMENTS HIMSELF. If you decide not to support him because of Rev. Wright this is just a lame excuse and lack of judgement on your part. I think Rev. Wright is a brilliant man. America is a country that facilitates freedom of speech. It Rev. Wright speaks his mind and it offends some people SO WHAT! Judging Obama based on his Pastor's past comments is like disliking someone you see for the first time just because of the colour of their skin.

THINK ABOUT WHAT'S IN YOUR HEART AMERICA! WHAT PEOPLE CAN'T SEE AND KNOW.

From a different perspective and from another country, "enough is enough" get on with the issues at hand, both candidates have proven that they can face adversity in the face and take care of it! Stop spinning these petty stories! I believe the best person for the White House is Mr Obama, again my belief only , but from a neutral point of view tha's my position. Bonne chance Mr Obama!!

I swear–if someone controversial died today, you news people would keep digging them up so you could talk about it. If you don't have enough to say, cut down on your programming.

So, I can infer that Michelle Obama pleads the 5th. She can't have the cake (rabid support for Wright) and eat it too (win the nomination), so she chose to shut up.

Obama is a man of Dignity and everthing done to him by Rev. Wright is apalling. Obama good for you to DENOUNCE HIM. Shame , shame, shame on Rev. Wright ! OBAMA/08

Cable news is profiting from focusing on these distractions to get ratings; meanwhile the American people lose.... our country has been hijacked by the ultra rich, including the Clintons. Barack Obama is our god given last chance to turn this train wreck around. Hillary could care less about anything but her blind ambition and hunger for absolute power.

Oh now she has the good sense to keep her mouth shut? Wonder why pride in American wasn't enough to shut her up...but loo... a little damage to the campaign and the politically ambitious couple suddenly become mute... Pathetic. Drink the Kool Aid the chickens are coming home to roost.

Michelle Obama silent thats a nice change.

To the corp: Winnie Mandela? Do you know what those people in Apartied South Africa went through? Her husband was jailed for 25+ years. You are insane!!!

Sen Obama didn't tell Rev Wright that "Hussein" indeed is a Muslim name not Arabic, that Rev Wright was shouting on the podium other day without knowing the facts.

How come Sen Obama stood Wright for 20 years, who has such a filthy mouth-dirty mind, and is engaged in misguiding African Americans.

As more and more Americans know facts, POLLS will show.

She could have pulled a Chelsea and snapped, "None of your business!!!!!"

Senator Obama spoke beautifully about the real issues for 4:20 and yet this video clip is tagged as 'Michelle keeps Mum about Rev. Wright' and not a word about getting back to the real issues.
I am so disappointed with CNN and MSNBC regarding their coverage of this issue...shame on you. You missed a great opportunity to tackle real topics with grace and in integrity. Rev. Wright has so little to do with the real issues that face America, not to mention how much it sparks people's iggnorance, racism and misplaced patriotism.
It's amazing to me how full of vile so many people can be.

I can't believe that we are making such an issue out of this. For those of you who think that Hillary is the answer, let's just sit back and think:

What about her NAFTA flip-flopping?
What about her failure to support unions during her Walmart years?
What about her sniper fire LIE?
What about her vote to authorize the war in Iraq?
What about her SILENCE during the Gennifer Flowers snafu with Slick Willy?

Everyone is so hypocritical. It's fine if your candidate behaves badly, or makes poor judgment, but let's tar and feather the Obamas for Reverend Wright's words. Why did we Elect Bill Clinton if bad judgment is such an issue. At least Wright's words were HIS words. The Clintons' words and actions are their own. Wake up, folks.

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After twenty years of hearing his Preacher, is his actual opinion
news to Obama?

"What a nightmare! Can you imagine it? Obama, Michelle, Wright, Ayers all at the White House? "

_–Actually, Wright has already been to the White House. He was visiting the Clinton's back when the Monica Lewinsky scandal broke out.

How can we ever get past the Rev Wright against Obama story if you can't shut up about it, I blame all of you media hownds for this story playing over and over and over....
Let it go, my Gosh let it go!!!!!

LET IT GO MEDIA !!!!!!!!!

You still are talking about it today, and Hillary Huckabee is getting away with the most blantant lies........

COME ON MEDIA GET WITH IT!!!!!

Good job Mr. and Mrs. Obama!

Way to go!

At least you didn't tell them it's none of their business!

Obama for President!

It is nice to see Michelle standing by Obama's side during this time. They seem to have a genuine relationship.

She's got a mouth full of WAFFLE!!

Michelle Obama wanted to say that she is proud–for the second time in her adult life–that she had the priviledge of sitting in Reverand Wright's church pew for twenty years and listening to his rascist, anti-American sermons.

They need to get all their bile and hatred for whites out there on the table now. Obviously they've been so wronged. Like these two are poster children for what's wrong with America and how black people have been wronged, rather than the reverse. Come on Michelle. Cat got your tongue? Frankly I think the American people deserve to hear it all now.

Maybe while they are at it they could explain the condoned predjudice against the Hispanic population in their own district and city. Anybody would think there was only black or white, no other colors. These people make me sick!

Watch what you say Michelle. The media will try and use anything you say against you and Barack. Anything good and interesting you say will probably be edited. Watch your back.

Anything happening with Clinton today? Probably. . .

Wright is acting like a jilted lover – got somehing to tell us Obama?

Actually, the both of them are better off keeping mum....every time they do say something somebody else disappears under the bus...first his white grandmother (which he tossed in favor of wright) then "typical white" people in general, then small town blue collar workers and now wright goes under too. This is such an issue because he has NO track record to go by. I wonder if the campaigns started today – how many delegates he would no longer have....possibly less than John Edwards.

The more we get to know him the less we like him for sure.

Why – Omama – Grow some courage and slam this piece of S***. The longer you wait to act, the weaker you are. If you can't stand up to a lunatic reverend, how can you stand up to a terrorist?

Senator Obama told everyone on yesterday that they as a family had separted from Rev. Wright. At some point very soon – I hope that we all including the media can move on.

One thing that I know and everyone who is saying negative things about the Obama's should know – when the Lord is for you the world can't do you no harm.

Keep talking about Wright, Wolf. SHUT UP!!!!! Get a job on the Clinton campaign and let someone have your job that can report the news fairly.

It may be time that Barack reaches below his rhetoric and start the smear tactics. I'm fairly sure this is NOT what he wants, but the bigger picture is more important.

There is ample fodder... It would be as sad as watching this Wright non-issue.

What type of nation and people are we? Intentionally ignorant, poorly educated, money grubbing "I got mine, you go get your own even if I only need 10% of what I have," society.

What have we come too? That we, as a nation, have allowed this to occur is beyond disgraceful. Rigged elections, ego-centric leaders, stupidity at the upper levels of world leadership, and fear.

Fear, fear, fear! Watch-out, your shadow may be a terrorist!

We allow torture here in the USA. We have occupied another county (like Sadam in Kuwait) against thier will for no reason. Oh my lord... what have we come too?

I'm ashamed of America. Moreover, I'ma ashamed of of myself. I didn't try hard enough, I know I could have done more. What have I allowed? What have we allowed?

The phrase "God bless America" takes on new meaning today. Today it's a plea for help, no longer a joyous acknowledgement of a wonderful country.

I am and independent voter that voted for Obama in P.A. but now i am back on the fence, After i have seen how Barrack tryed to close the Wright controversy. He is running on closing caps and crossing racial and polictical lines. this is not a good start, breaking off from his own pastor of 20 years. To me this shows that he will do anything or say to win and that hes just another politician not who he first seemed to be.

She'll speak freely if she becomes first lady, you can bet on that. Watch out America, the Obama's are dangerous. Go Hillary or McCain

Ijust posted a comment that wouldnt post in which a true statement was made!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! CNN YOUR NEWS AGENCY IS A BIG JOKE!!! POST THIS YOU IDIOTS!

Ann Coulter sums it up: "If it takes Obama 20 years to notice that his pastor is a traitorous, racist nut-job, it will probably take him his full term of office to realize that the U.S. has been invaded and subdued by al-Qaida.

Its good time for Michelle to be silent, she is very out spoken, and in the heat of the moment she would let America know what she really thinks. She is, in my opinion a very hard woman, and does not appear one that would lie to save face. I know she needs to prepare herself to voice her thoughts on Wright. He is in fact, still their pastor.

I'm sure given her past comments, she still supports the Rev Wright. She seems as hate filled and anti-American as he does. How could she say anything bad about him, she's said the same things as he has. Birds of a feather.....

Obama is so genuine in contrast to the two faced Hillary monster.

GIVE IT A BREAK YOU VULTURES!!!

Its a pity that the Obamas found it harder to make a statement against wright than it was to throw his grandmother under the bus but then again she was according to her a grandson a typical white woman. If you read Michelle obamas thesis she concluded that she didn't want to be drawn into the white community, she wanted to devote her time to the black community, she has made disparaging remarksabout hillary clinton and stated that america was mean and that since her husband was running for president its the first time she has been really proud of her country. This is not the type of person you want as first lady

How is Obama dividing blacks? This is a non issue. This is exactly what Obama wants to change about American Politics. So many people are wrapped up in issues that have nothing to do with Obama and it will affect their judgement. Some people have even went as far as saying they would vote for McCain who said he would continue Bush's tax policies and the war in Iraq if Obama wins and that's stupid. The media should be ashamed of themselves. The reason the media exists is for the people. To give an unbiased account of information both domestic and foreign. Instead you have them feeding into this Rev. Wright topic that has nothing to do with the well being of us as Americans. Wake up America! If this so called division in the Democratic party causes McCain to get elected then shame on us as Americans for not doing what's best for us and our children.

She probably agrees with Wright...her quotes seem more Wright-like than they do Obama-like...

She is probably the reason they went to that church.

The Obama's aren't the victims in all this......they knew exactly what their pastor was selling and guess what they bought it. They just try to fool the American people into thinking they are the one's hurt.

It's over for Obama he can not win PERIOD!

I'm with Mike on this was all staged. Nice try, but no sell!

Yeah, because it's funny, right, Mr. Obama? Just a funny distraction that you can get sarcastic about – you must have really been upset about it at your version of a pulpit then? Or was that yet another act? You're a hypocrite and you're asking the democratic party to commit political suicide by voting for you. Go home and take your racist wife with you.

why was it had for him, obama, to make the statment he made? He either agrees wright is wrong or he thinks wright is ok. Seems to me Obama really agrees with wright. If he did not there should'nt be a problem. And why would he not let the little lady talk? He has not shut her up before. You can not blame this on Hillry or McCain. All this is Obama's doing. His lies are coming out. The only thing the media did was help him get this far by not printing the truth. There is more to come people. It has just started.

That is called using restraint, which many should be doing. Once again, Sen. Obama and his wife Michelle, lead by example during this media frenzied circus.

It's interesting how people are sympathetic towards the Obamas.

Has anyone given a though to the fact how could they bear the sermons of a maniac who when speaks spews nothing but hate, unless they approve at least the emotions underlying that speech.

Why didn't senator Obama give his much celebrated speech on race earlier, to the members of this church? Because it didn't serve his any votes. Now he needs to win over all Americans, and so the big drama.

No one in this race is clean. They're all the same, some just better trained than others at handling the top post.

Michelle is right!!!
Today marked the 7-month that violence has escalated in Iraq! I guess the media isn't interested in that story. Today almost 500,000 plus U.S. Citizens have had to face home foreclosures. I guess the media isn't interested in that story as well. Today Iran put a halt to the sale of oil to the U.S. because they said the dollar is too weak. And Iran is also pressuring the OPEC nations to join them. I would've thought the media would think this story is important to U.S. citizens considering all the talk about oil tax and the economy in the upcoming summer months. This is what Sen. Obama is talking about when he points to the fact that in every election cycle the MSM and politicians engage in the body politic like some sporting event, instead of the life altering impact the wrong decisions have on this country and the rest of the world. It is very sad that the world is watching this nation become a shell of its promise of a true Democracy. They are looking at how MSM is hijacking the electoral process, along with bought and paid for politicians. It has to be quite perplexing to see CNN cover elections in Pakistan and critique the process, when they are part of the very problem why things don't change right here in this country.

Well, Susan Malveux has drank the kool-aid anyway so that interview won't matter. Why doesn't she get tough and go on Bill O'rielly?
Michelle is an angry woman. Very smart but very angry and it comes out in her speeches. As for Rev. Wrights speaking tour, I suspect it was orchestrated to give BO a fake opportunity to DIVORCE Wright publicly, and for free. Poor me, don't blame me I've only known him for 20 years.

Hey Darth Vardik,,,,, Your idol is crumbling under the pressure of Hlllary. And this is not even the main event.

McCain will crush him like the snake that he is....

Anyone pretending that Obama doesn't beleive his pastors words is living a real lie or simply naive. You don't got to a church for 20 years and hear this BS, whitout beleiving it. Come on now...are the posters on here serious?

I liked Obama, but not anymore. He's pastor is nuts beyond beleif and that's that. Hillary's getting my vote.

And really...its unbeleivable that people want Obama to win so much that they would just shrug this off as unimportant. Religion in the US is utlra important and I for one am not going to just give him the benefit of the doubt...sorry, the words of that man were insane and bordering on uneducated, bitter delusions. To pretend Obama somehow avoided this type of talk for 20 years...well...

Look up naive in the dictionary, please!

Michelle is too much of a Lady to say exactly how she feels about Rev Wright. My heart goes out to both of you. Being decieved by ones pastor..well..only us Catholics can really relate.

I like remind the good people of America it took the Abolitionist and the Slave to make this country free for everyone. The super delegates better remember people sacrifice a lot more than a position. Do the right thing and change this Country.

To be fair to Michelle Obama, there is nothing that she can really say to this issue. However, why is that the case? It's probably the case because she did believe at least some of those things that Wright preached, so she knows that even if she now denounces it, people won't believe her. And she'll still suffer some backlash for crapping on her black minister. If she stands by him, then it'll be even worse.

Yes, its definitely a bind for her, but its at least in part a bind that her choice to adhere to Jeremiah Wright has put her in, not really the press.

To "Mark"

You're such a racist. SHAME ON YOU!!!

I'm an OBAMA supporter and proud of it.
I AM SICK TO DEATH OF THE JEREMIAH WRIGHT ISSUE. I'M NOT VOTING FOR HIM, I DON'T CARE WHOSE CHILDREN HE BAPTIZED, OR MARRIAGES OVER WHICH HE SOLEMNIZED. HE'S NOT RUNNING FOR PRESIDENT (although HE thinks he's running for something), AND THIS ISSUE HAS NO RELEVANCE TO THE IRAQ WAR, BRINGING HOME THE TROOPS, PRESERVING OUR PLANET, PRESERVING SOCIAL SECURITY, OUR ECONOMY OR STANDING IN THE WORLD.
The longer this story is given legs, the more of a laughingstock we appear to the rest of the world. Hasn't there been enough of that since the Election Follies of '00????

Are we going to continue to be fool by these Obama Clowns, they seem to be power hungry and would sell their family and children for power from what I see. Very disappointing and amazing how they can fool so many people.

GOD HELP US!!! NOW

These two are a joke, a bad one! They both are hiding something, they were just chirpy and running off at the mouth a few months ago. What happened, Michelle, Barack?

Did the media finally find you out (I guess not CNN, I meant the conservative media)? You are a guilty twosome. What other racist, priveleged and arrogant secrets are you not talking about? The Reverend's 10,300 square foot home (read payoff)? The oil money from lobbyists you took? The fact that you, as parents, exposed your two little children to the speeches of someone who is more like the black "KKK" than you want us to know?

I would be deeply ashamed of what I did to my children, if I were you. I would withdraw from the presidential race if I were Barack Hussein Obama.

The White House has never been the home for un-americans. Your loyalty is suspect, guys.

WAKE UP DEMOCRATS Hillary can't win in Nov, why do you think the Republicans are pushing so hard for her to win? they will have it easy in Nov with clinton running against mccain.

You will have 4 more years of bush if either clinton or mccain win in nov.

she'll win in Indiana only if the blue collar workers believe her that she had nothing to do with NAFTA Educated voters know she did.

Good thing too. She's just as radical as Wright, and Obama's speech didn't convince me that he's suddenly a reformed American and not the bigot and racist like his ole buddy Wright.

CRY-CRYBABE!!!

To Realist April 30th, 2008 5:26 pm ET

To your comment:
What a nightmare! Can you imagine it? Obama, Michelle, Wright, Ayers all at the White House?

No, but I can imagine John Hagee and Rod Parsley sitting around the White House. Hagee will sit around making jokes about the Catholic Church and Rod Parsley will be advising John McCain on how he can provoke a war with Islam. How do we know this, well it's certainly not because the media is willing to report it.

I do agree, Barack will not be the nominee and he will not be the next President. I believe that this war will continue and resources will become tighter and before you know it.... Terrorists are going to be the last thing on the minds of the American people.

GET OUT BOTH BLACK COUPLES..MICHELE AND B.O NOT BELONG IN CAMPAIGN "KKK"

Yes, Mike I also belaive that!!!

(Please Post)

I personally believe that the NObama/Wright controversy was staged.

I believe that NObama used this farce as an opportunity to get on a platform and look emotional and apologetic to the American people.

I believe that NObama knew that he was losing momentum and needed to appeal (emotional) to the country.

NObama knew that he NEVER denounced himself from Wright, so he needed to try and do the right thing, to appeal to the Catholics, blue collar workers and white male voters that he was losing.

NObama and Wright are like two peas in a pod, this was staged I say!!!

Go Hillary!!!

Don't buy into NObamas false beliefs, he's a wolf in sheeps clothing!

Did anyone else believe that this could be?

I do not know about Michelle and Barack, but I am personally sick of hearing about the wrong reverend and I cannot believe that Hillary had the nerve to bring it up again or is that a tease so everyone would watch Fox tonight. The vultures are feeding again - Pleeze stop already. I think Dick Durbin said it best today to Andrea Mitchell, what more do you want???
I only watched Fox on Sunday with Chris Wallace -
Orley is tooooooo much pomposity for me, actually a good match for Hillary - unreal! No wonder people do not have any respect anymore.
Barack and Michelle should spend some time on Jon Stewart or Colbert - I am thinking they would get more respect there. And this is coming from a 64 year old White grandmother!!

Barack and Michelle – typical Black Liberation Theologist couple. Excuse the racist remarks until it hurts your campaign.

No thank you.

Sometimes I give the American Public too much credit. Reading some of these responses makes me sad for this country. If you don't know by now, Barack is not cut from the same cloth as the other nominees. He is a different kind of politician, you know, the kind we need in the White House. Michelle is upset, as well as her husband. Rev. Wright, in all his wrong is a brilliant man. I don't condone his latest performance; however, the man has 2 master's degrees, Phd, 8 honorary degrees ( not all from black institution) and he speaks 5 languages. He was in the operations room with President Johnson. How many of you writers can even compare to this man's life. The Obama's are mentally, emotionally and physically hurt because they had to do something very painful and necessary, distance themselves from their Pastor. Forget white, black and for a minute the Presidential Election and just imagine how you would feel. I could be naive, but last I check, we are all apart of the human race.

Peace

Would someone please ask Obama's wife a simple question, – - After the way your pastor, religious advisor and friend Rev. Wright has recently been treated by her husband are you still proud to be an American?

I can tell you what she wanted to say...but I don't think they allow that kind of language on CNN's blog.

If I understand Clinton supporters, they believe Obama exercised bad judgment in not leaving his Church because of pastoral comments in sermons.
If I understand Clinon, she exercised bad judgment in approving the invasion of Iraq.
Let's see – what was the result in each case?
Obama's decision resulted in continuing to support the ministries of the Church, which are outstanding.
Clinton's decision to support going to War has helped cause the deaths of well over 4,000 of our finest young men and women, and according to UNICEF, the deaths of between 650,000 and 900,000 innocent Iraqi civilians; as well as bankrupting this country, destroying the value of the $, and making it impossible to care for the needs of our own nation – its infrastructure and its people.
Which failure in judgment was the most serious?

Obama may think he has put the Wright issue to bed, but he is the monster in the closet. Michelle needs him by her side to keep her from spouting off something really stupid. Obama said a little too little too late. Rev. Wright said it best, "Obama is a politicion who will say what a politician needs to say to win an election".

Obama didn’t know his mentor after 20 years and didn’t understand what he stood for.
He is either lying or not very smart. He demonstrated that he is a very bad judge of character.
How is he going to deal with the world leaders.
Either way he can’t be a good president.

CNN: how many times Obama or Michelle went to the bathroom today?
Did they change their kids pampers? who did it?

Obama threw is friend, pastor and mentor under the bus. Don't bite the hand that feeds you...... you don't roll on your friends.

COME ON MICHELLE... aren't you proud of your Pastor?? Certainly this isn't the FIRST time you heard those words from him. You must have bought his lies/hate... since you just recently became proud of your country for the first time!

I am sure she was not Proud of what happened !!

Wright isnt the one who has to explain himself – he has done that very clearly for many years on many topics. Barack and Michelle have to explain their loyalty to him for these 20 yrs – they know exactly what he believed – he was after all 'like a member of his family". It's obvious Obama used Wright for his own ambitions and sitched him as soon as he was forced to by those ambitions being threatened - it had absolutely nothing to do with what Wright said and if anyone disrespected and used anyone – it was Obama to Wright. Funny how Michelle loses her well scripted candor and eloquence when called to account. Did she just get stupid – dont think so, and neither should we. Go Hillary, the real candidate with a long history of strong, loyal allegiances because of commitments she stood by and fought for others. Sorry Obama but YOU created the Wright drama by using him and discarding him only when he didnt suit your purposes any longer. He has always been who he is and at least he's the honest one even if what he says has no place in the Oval office. I guess this means his white grandmother would be at risk if alive today as Obama put the two of them in the same sentence less than a month ago!

Sure, she has a lot to say but can't say it in front of the press...
She, like nObama, believe what that crazy old Anti American, black liberation preachin whacko believes, it's just that simple.

Barack nObama's father was a Muslim who practiced and taught Islamic theology and jurisprudence.

Once a Muslim, always a Muslim...that's sure what we need in the White House right now, isn't it!

Wake up America and stop drinking the friggin Kool Aid!

Michelle Obama is lockstep in line with Rev. Wright's views. She can recite whatever script they give her and my opinion won't change. By the way, you want to talk real issues, brainwashed Obama supporters? How about the fact that your guy has done ziltch to prove he's capable of this job.

.This is why some have withheld their approval of Sen. Obama. Before we leave him in charge of our entire country, we need to know what he thinks and who he is. Nice speeches are fine but we need to know WHO this man is and that’s what we are learning, a little at a time.

I cannot believe how gullible some people are. Obama ia a great candidate, and will be a wonderful president. Jeremiah Wright is not the issue, although the media and some here posting would love to make it some sort of perpetual motion. Get over it people~!! Obama has, and is moving on to talk about the issues, Americans say are important to them.......we will see how important these issues truly are to folks...like gas prices, the economy, education, healthcare, and Iraq, when th e polls close on Nov. 4, 2008-or are folks still basing their vote on what goes down the kitchen garbage disposal or what goes on the kitchen table?

Both Obama and Clinton should withdraw at this point. Give the Convntion/delegates something useful to do.

Too bad, I thought Obama was a superior candidate to HRClinton – I still do. But, this Rev Wright affair and his wife's poorlly chosen words about " proud for the first time" have created an unremovable impression that his judgement is lacking with repsect to personal relationships and have raised doubts about underlying personal values. Obama is in the Eagleton trap – there was abolutely nothing he could do to bail this after it became known that he continued a constant relationship with a church and pastor where such outrageous remarks could have been the norm for more than 20 years. Realizing this, he should now withdraw.

Personally, I don't care about this. I don't see or read of any evidence that Obama and Wright share these controversial views – in fact, it looks like Obama has a polarity response to Wright's rants and may have for years.

What happed to words matter? She had no words.... she looked like she was in a daze....... Where's the words? Isn't this what the campaign is based on words?? Oh, they can't use the Rev. Wrights words anymore.... She does know she has to talk on CNN – AC360 tonight.

People! People! People!
Everyone who has served their fellow human being please speak up! Everyone who says they are God fearing speak up! Everyone who can listen to a counter oppinion, but respect the discussion, speak up! If you believe that this is a crucial time in American History that race and relating needs to be discussed and vetted, speak up! If you are not willing to speak up for the goodness in people in this country, then remain silent and just let our children suffer the ignorance that is be displayed in our society today, I hope common sense prevails. Everyon must say "if it is to be, it is up to me." People! People! People! Speak Up! Obama '08

Barack has some big haters.... Hillary, Bill, and Chelsea Clinton, Bob Johnson and James Carville. Now the Reverend. Well Barack, since the pastor is on board, you and your family do the right thing "shake the devil off." Keep right on praying and keep right on going. Especially when it comes to the first five that are named ; I do believe that sit at the right hand of Satan (the Clintons especially).GO OBAMA

This is the first time in a longtime America has a clear choice this election. We have a candidate with new ideas. That scare the old guard of Washington. Obama will evolve American in the change process which is good.

What happed to words matter? She had no words.... she looked like she was in a daze....... Where's the words? Isn't this what the campaign is based on words?? Oh, they can't use the Rev. Wrights words anymore....

I love the Obamas. Michelle did the right thing. Enough has been said about Mr. Wright. I hate to call him Reverend.

But America will never know what the Obamas have been through. I'm sure their lives have been threatened many times. It is so brave of these two people to tackle running for the highest office in the land.

Well, I will be praying for both of them, and he definitely has my vote. You don't go through something like this and not love America. They absolutely believe in this country and I will stand with them.

Stand strong Barack and Michelle.

Obama 08
We are with you–all the way.

Go Obama family. We (the voters that actually count) love you.

The big reason people couldn't bring themselves to vote for John Kerry was because of his wife... I think the DNC need to consider that this time around also.

Do you really want her representing America around the world?

Another reason Obama is NOT another John F. Kennedy.

............know your ABC's.......

..........ANYBODY BUT CLINTON...........

..........ANYBODY BUT CLINTON...........

Don Jones, Hillary's pastor/mentor, is a native of SD, and I have known him for 40+ years.

Dr. Jones shared with friends that when he was invited to the White House, Hillary would shake hands with him; Bill would give him a big hug. Now on the campaign trail, Hillary is hugging everyone in sight. Don't you think her newfound warmth might be contrived for the cameras?

What a shame that a good man and well qualified candidate like Obama has to waste his and our time defending himself from the orchestrated racist attacks of Hillary and her puppet media.

The Rev. Wright issue really needs to be squashed. Can we please focus on something IMPORTANT? Like Americans dying in Iraq, our education system, healthcare, alternative energy... The list goes on, just pick something of SUBSTANCE to report on for a while.

He need only look at a wedding picture of him and Miss M to see bitter people. No need to go to "these rural areas and small towns" to find them!

She seethes disdain for Anglos.

Obama needs to step down – he is damaged goods. He needs to now think of this party. He will not win against McCain -

Many people believe that the Rev. Wright isn't an issue. I believe this issue is. It's a judgment call. If my Pastor/Priest said any of the things that this arrogant Rev. said, I would have left that church. Simple as that. When the truth is exposed, Obama had no choice but to speak out against this man. I don't see how he is a man of principles when he barks out loud and takes a stand simply because votes are on the line. I am not buying any of this.

Clinton has my vote and support.

This is not a comment, but rather a question:
How does a person go about getting ahold of Senator Obama's campain? My sister and I are both supporters. You may E-mail me back. Thanks
Nancy

to CNN,

Why is that you never ever talk about Peter Paul???!!!!!!

Peter Paul case vs. the Clintons
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She is running for Empress – I'd like to know what she has to 'truthfully" say about Barry and Rev. Wright. The before, during and after.

Michelle is my role model!

You know what, we can't win for losing in this country. If Michelle can't speak without being ridiculed and called unncessary names, the WE all need to SHUT UP (YES, I'M YELLING, cause I am sick of you hypocrits!).

I love Michelle! Its funny how many of you say we Americans can't stand a strong woman like Hillary (when she has lied and postured), but Michelle who has done nothing but voice real concerns and legitimate feelings is hated. SO really, read these blogs and tell me Americans are not mean.

Based on things Michelle has already said, and how that has contributed to Barak's campaign, it is probably best if Michelle does remain silent.

How can you be proud of the Americans writing this crap on these boards.? The Clinton fanatics being the worst of the bunch. You are embarrasing your country even now. You think we are the only ones reading this? The whole world is reading this! We are proving everything negative ever said about us. Ugly Americans. Stop this now please. Clintonism will soon be listed in the psychiatric journals as a disease. Ex-Rev Wright is an old bitter man. Sen. Obama is NOT!
Hillary is a bitter old woman. Sen Obama is NOT! Sen McCain is a mean old man. Sen Obama is NOT! God help our children and grandchildren should any of your hate mongering toward him rob us of our best chance in years to recover our respectability. Hillary, CNN, MSNBC please think of your Country first. Traitors all.

You know what, we can't win for losing in this country. If Michelle can't speak without being ridiculed and called unncessary names, the WE all need to SHUT UP (YES, I'M YELLING, cause I am sick of you hypocrits!).

I love Michelle! Its funny how many of you say we Americans can't stand a strong woman like Hillary (when she has lied and postured), but Michelle who has done nothing but voice real concerns and legitimate feelings is hated. SO really, read these blogs and tell me Americans are not mean.

i love obama, he is the right president of the united state of america, for rev. wright to make such comment(s) it explains that rev. wright is not a credible person. obama is a man with integrity and love for the citizens of america, it's only a fool will believe rev. wright sayings.
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SENIOR HAMAS ADVISOR AHMED YOUSEFF HAS PUBLICALLY ENDORSED OBAMA. HE SAYS "ALL OF HAMAS SUPPORTS OBAMA'S FORIEGN POLICY VISION". HOW NICE IS THIS? IT SEEMS LIKE EVERY LEFT WING LOONEY TUNE HAS ENDORSED OBAMA. ROSIE ODONNEL. MICHEAL MOORE. MOVEON.ORG, JIMMY CARTER, CINDY SHEEHAN...EVEN HUGO CHAVEZ HAS PRAISED OBAMA. WHAT DOES THIS TELL US ?????

lets put it on the table. why doesnt she have to answer the question ALL the bobots think it was unfair that Chelsy didnt answer the Monica question and frankey they got harsh about it. the REV matters alot more then the great BJ incident of 199?
She needs to answer why he was my friend my mentor my part of the family for so long with the veiws of this rev. being how they are.
The CHANGE is the way Barak gets changing his stories about the REV. the HOPE is that it will just go away?

Do you Wright was invited by Hillary supporter to speak out at that Conference? what does its tell you...?Shame on you Hillary...!!!

Obama made his bed..

How did the words Wright say Monday differ from the words he has been saying the last 20 years? Why just now stand up Obama? You are a typical politician and the "change" you dream of is the same crap all other Politicians bring us. At least with them, we know what we are getting.

Gee Farren, you MUST be a NObama supporter, though you need to remove the "en" from your name and add "achan"!

Go Hillary!!!!

Funny, I heard people discussing this possible theory at work, on the train, and my wife said that the University where she teaches was all a buzz about the possibility.

I don't want to hear anything else about Rev. Wright.... If Clinton or McCain pastors spoke their mind..... Americans would be just as shocked!!! Alot of pastors SAY stupid things!!!!
Obama/Edwards08

Seeing that CNN loves to keep Rev. Wright in the news, why not hire him as a correspondent for CNN? That way you could get even more "exclusive" and hot off the press comments before Fox news does. We all know that Rev Wright is not running for any public office but obviously that doesn't matter. If racist Pat Buchanan can be a correspondent surely Wright can also. Who knows maybe Pat, Wright and Bill O'Reilly can all appear on Lou Dobbs or on Larry King.

OH ITS GETTING GOOD NOW. He is acting like he is throwing Rev Wright under the bus like he actually did his TYPICAL white grandmother. What a CON he is. I wouldnt doubt they didnt get Wright to come back out because he wanted this to happen so he could come out and say he is pulling away from him. So much for that UNCLE , whos next on the Obama moving away from list , MICHELLE.

How can you people not hold Hillary accountable for her vote to give Bush permission to invade Iraq without at least reading her own Senate Intelligence Committee Report before acceding to George W.'s request?
Sen Robert Byrd and 20 of her fellow Democratic Senators read the report and refused to surrender their power to Declare War, not just hand it over to a political sociopath.
So Obama wasn't in the US Senate when he denounced the War in advance. He was running for the Illinois Senate, and in that atmosphere of patriotic fervor, he had no idea if his words might not mean the end of his budding political career – but he made the speech anyway, because he felt he was right. (And he was, of course.)
I want a person of his cool logic, integrity and honesty in the White House. And I'm a veteran of WWII, and a white octogenarian; so its not just blacks and young people who want Obama to prevail.

I see I'm not the only one who feels this way.. Give it a rest and get back to the issues.

After reading this blog and seeing what the media has done to her husband, family, and church for the last 2 months, I can't think of one good reason WHY she should be proud of America. It's easy to be proud of your shiny new Ford F-150 when your the one driving it and not the one getting run over by it. Many (not all) Blacks feel this way. We have reserved patriotism becuase we know at any moment our Country might turn on us. It's like a wife that has a violent husband. She always thinks of a backup plan. The frustrating thing is that Obama could change all that. He wants to change Black people's perceptions of their country.

She didn't mention Wright because she agrees with him.

I have doubt Can Obama reject every thing what Jeremiah Wright did for him in twenty years ?
If yes then Obama will became Muslim ?
I am proud of my country first time !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

It's amazing how few people on this blog can see the potential danger for the country by electing Obama.

At best, he and his supporters are victims of their own naivete.
Unfit for POTUS

At worst, he is a calculating fraud supported by people that that look to government to solve all problems.

I jeremy taylor of starr king school of ministry stole the name ministry of dreams to ruin God's servant like john mark pool, antonia vladimirova of dreams foundation, janetmck, cluracan, lawrence forman, wolfie and kansas of heroin puppy media,

poor Obama poor poor Obama. The more we learn about you and your past, the more we hate you!

Good Job Michelle. Don't set yourself up to be a tool for media fodder,
like Rev. Wright. Campaign along side of Barack, and not a media
interview, only for your words to be spun against you. Beat them at
their own game. Focus on the ISSUES.

Thank you Tee!!! I have been waiting for someone else to bring that up! Let's not forget the Repubs with their ministers if we are now "vetting" on the religious aspect!
Obama 08

No, the cat doesn't have Michelle Obama's tongue. Michelle wants you to be glued to your TV tonight with your listening ears on so you don't have to hear second hand what she has to say. That's what you call taking care of business.

She's a bigger radical than he is. American version of Winnie Mendela.

Anderson cooper better do a better job of questioning Michelle my bell then that hack Bill Moyer. CNN used to be the clinton news network now irt seems like it's the elect obama network .

Keyon April 30th, 2008 5:46 pm ET

"PEACE BE STILL" GOD BE WITH SEN. OBAMA AND FAMILY.

in response: this sounds like an obituary.(:

Jack, Michelle's not running for president, so she can say whatever she wants. Besides, I think she's a hottie .....and can say whatever she wants.

How contrived!! Rove and the media circus spend all day Monday outlining specifically how Obama needed to get mad and come out swinging for Wright's weekend remarks. Like a good boy, Obama does just that on Tues, well-scripted and completely transparent. This guy is such a hypocrite. Who knows what he believes, as he's just another politician blowing with the wind. You may not agree with Wright, but at least he's his own man and says what he believes. More than can be said of Obama. And who will be telling him what to say/do in the White House.....???

I can only imagine what Michelle has to say about good old Mr. Wright. I bet she loves him and thinks highly of his sermons. Kind of like when she said she had never been proud of america before.

I rather have Bill in the White House again than Obama-rosa as the 1st Lady any time. That woman just screams "socialist" to me.

She said at a Harrisburg preschool on 4/8/08, "The truth is, in order to get things like universal health care and a revamped education system, then someone is going to have to give up a piece of their pie so that someone else can have more."

Obama-rosa is Kim Jong-il in a dress!!

Can we please LET GO of the Rev. Wright drama and move on!?!?!?
why has no one discussed the Paul v. Clinton issue or Rev. Procanick?
figures..............

mike it was staged by a clinton supporter
have you not read it today
the clintons are sick

I am so sick and tired of those of you who call yourselves Americans but who think like nazis. Why won't you be man or woman enough to say you are against Obama because of the color of his skin? Stop this silly junk promoting your jaundiced view of patriotism. Go ahead and show the world what bubba brains you are. It will not matter. There are more fair minded people in this country of every color than there are dumb prejudiced idiots. Obama will be the next president despite you and your partner in crime Billary.

I wish she would say something-she always puts her foot in her mouth.
I'm wondering when Rev. Wright is going to have his own press conference? Or did they tie him up in the closet.
HILLARY 08

"For the first time in my life I am not proud of Rev. Wright."
- Michele Obama

Enough is enough! get this Rev. Wright story of our lives. We have had enough of htis non-sense guy!

"Obama' has done an excellent job, and let's focus on issues!

A.M.
Houston, Texas

***Mike***

No. Nobody else on the planet thinks that your hypothesis makes even a little bit of sense.

Obama is weak, he can't take the heat, you let the media playing gotcha with you, as long as you can't be yourself, you will never be the president of the United States. As I was watching you last night, you looked more and more like a whimp, your darling media handed you a piece of paper, and you read it. Men up Obama, you are a divider, you divided democrats, you divided blacks, you will divide the whole country. Up until now, you decided to throw your pastor under the bus, he would have been your pastor if you weren't trying to get some votes, be real Obama , you have been listening to your pastor 's theology of liberation for 20 years now you are pretending to not knowing what that means

Michelle,

I'm all for you and your husband. My heart aches for all the damage your former pastor has done to your campaign. But my heart also believes in the American voters who can see beyond all the slime that both the Clinton and McCain campaigns are spreading about you.

Your husband will have my vote. . .and I'm praying other Americans will look beyond the past couple weeks that have been exploited by the media.

I want change. I want a new vision. I want Senator Barack Obama as president!!

Obama wants a basketball court in the white house, what do you want Michelle...an outdoor grill on the front lawn...

SILENCE MEANS GUILT

"PEACE BE STILL" GOD BE WITH SEN. OBAMA AND FAMILY.

speak-SPEAK!!!

No wonder they chose silence...they couldn't say anything, especially Obama. That would mean that he would have to admit to harbouring "bad judgment," which he clearly has. Nobama is a phony, and its time that America wake up and smell the coffee! HILLARY RODHAM CLINTON IS THE ANSWER!

RISE HILLARY RISE!!!

Clinton '08, '12

What made her mum all of a sudden.....she wasn't too mum when she was talking about "for the first time being proud of America".

We don't need people like the Obama's in power. They will only destory our country!!!

Smart move by Michelle since she agrees with Rev Wright. That would just be another disaster for the Obama campaign. I think she learned her lesson on the whole proud of my country for the 1st time fiasco.

It was a great discussion and CNN ruined it by saying mums the word on Rev. Wright, gotta get him in there huh? Make sure to bring up Wright...Tell the media to stop the madness. What did they talk about? What did the folks who attended to meeting say? What issues concerned them most? NO, instead you have SPIN SPIN SPIN, CNN putting in the spin Get folks to hate each other more, just sprinkle Rev. Wright in there. NO MORE KOOL-AID.

She is not dangerous. Bill Clinton is dangerous. Hide you daughters, hide the Interns. John McCain is dangerous, Hillary Clinton is dangerous! Michelle Obama is an intelligent black woman of substance - oh that's right - dangerous!

People have not forgotten her remarks about not being proud of her country. She would do well to continue to keep a very low profile for the remainder of this campaign.

Hillary Clinton – Ready to Pander on Day One

Hillary Clinton – Bad Solutions not just Bad Speeches

Hillary Clinton: 35 Years of Experience Making Poor Choices

LETS HOLD ALL CATHOLICS ACCOUNTABLE FOR THEIR PRIEST
THEY SHOULD DENOUNCE THEM.
WALK AWAY FROM THE CHURCH
USE BETTER JUDGEMENT
APOLOGIZE TO THE CHILDREN THEY HAVE HURT.
OH IF YOUR PRIEST MOLEST ED CHILDREN FOR YEARS THAT MEANS YOU HAVE BEEN INFLUENCE BY THEM.

ACTIONS SPEAKS LOUDER THEN WORDS.

Words matter, right?
No debate, no speech anymore?

Hey Mr. Welch,

Where did you get your degree in journalism?

Yep, a lot of reporters around, and boy do we know how lame those reporters have become.

Hey Wolf! Hey Jack! Hey all of you with supposedly some journalistic expertise!

How about reporting on what matters?
Ask about Iraq, gas prices and tax schemes, ask about GI Bill reform, ask about immigration reform, ask about globalization pros/cons, ask about torture, ask about the death "penalty," ask about health care for unemployed students paying outrageous amounts on tuition, ask about donations from trans-national corporations, ask about SOMETHING that matters to people's actual lives and stop misleading those who seem to think Wright's opinions will have any real affect on the course our nation takes in 2009.

God, ask ANY legitimate question already. You all are pathetic.

I am with Michelle on this.....some people are waiting with unabated breath to pounce on anything she says.....Let's not forget we live in SpinLand......

She should have kept her mouth shut a long time ago. Obama is not qualified and he is unelectable. We need experience now more then ever. If we truly want to win the White House in November it is time to vote smart. Vote Clinton.

More pampering through these difficult times for the Obama camp. Must be difficult to throw your pastor and friend of twenty years under the bus; like Obama's grandmother last time the Wright issue came up – we know all the intricate details by now. I know Roland and the CNN crew have embraced the Obamas and Rev. Wright and follow-up is in order. However, the true female of interest in these primaries is Hillary Clinton and I will be following her surging campaign on a different network at 8 tonight, should be exciting.
Sorry CNN. I need to stay awake tonight.

Wow–censoring his wife! Politically calculating yet probably the smartest thing he's done in several weeks.

Based on her Rhetoric, she was heavily influenced by Rev. Wright. There should be more vetting of her. She strikes me as dangerous.

What baffles me about this whole thing is why Wright is getting as much attention as the presidential candidates themselves. He is not running for president so America doesn't have to worry about him being in charge of the country. It was established from the outset that Obama isn't Wright, and couldn't possibly share any racist views as a bi-racial person. Please find something else to obsess over in the pursuit of ratings.

I think that was a good answer and a good move by the Obamas.
This sort of questions is not going to go away so easily.
The media or press and your opponents are going to take any opportunity too try and distract you.

Stay focus and be grounded with the breastplate of righteousnes.
There are more jabs coming your way.
Your main focus now is to move on and do your best to bring this campaign to a close. Talk about the issues.
The high gas prices, the home foreclosures, the health care system, the war in Iraq (bring our troops home) and the economy.

GO GET THEM OBAMA.

Michelle Obama is so annoying. Her "I was proud of my country for the first time in my adult life" comment was the epitome of dumb (if for no other reason, because it hurt Barack) and was one of the first instances in a mounting body of evidence that the Obama campaign harbors some feelings about our country that are out of line with the mainstream. Are the Obamas (and others) wrong? Not necessarily. But when you are running for president, you kind of are relying on 60 million or more people to vote for you, so please grow a brain and show some discretion!

Michelle Obama should be cautious; I smell a trap. Barack Obama has put this issue to bed and I feel as though they should discuss only issues pertinent to being married to the next Democratic nominee for the President of the United States of America. Anything else should be off the agenda. She really should have never agreed to the interview; not until after SC.

Go Barack 08

Michelle Obama is completely in sync with Whrite.
Look at her face, listen to her speech – just one angry woman.
If not only her husband ran for president she would continjue sittin at this church because I am sure she supports Wrights in each his word.
Poor Michelle!

Barack has answered all the questions again, & again and again. Who does he have to convince now? This is just so unbelieveable to put him thru this over & over again. He has denounced Rev Wright. Lets get over it. Move On With CHANGE WE CAN BELIEVE IN.

I'm not trying to be mean, but She is probably mad at americans again, and knows better to speak out. By Obama saying theres alot of reporters around gives us her answer. I wonder if she was not a member of the church before she met obama? we know what she thinks of this country and its not nice.

What is 'the real' story with Wright & Obama?

We would rather now know than later.

Why is she shutting her big trap now. Before the Wright fiasco she couldn't keep her trap shup about how "America that isn't black" still had ways to go before black people could get respect. Now that Wright has shown Obama's true colors she doesn't say anything. How interesting.......so much for "change and hope". Like I always say, sooner or later your lies will come out. Now Obama is trying to insult the American people's intelligence by giving another one of his speeches/lectures that he never heard or new anything that Wright said or was. Obama's views and lies are a coming home to roost!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I hope this does not distract the public for electing a great candidate. We can't keep election the same Washington Politicians and somehow expect a different result. Washington is not working. It is time for a change in a American.

CNN,

You currently have 4 tickers up right now about Rev. Wright. Zero up about healthcare, gas, the economy, Iraq.

You should change your little CNN slogan to read:

Issue #1: Rev. Wright.

Please move on...please!

There is no reason for further comment. Let's move on to real issues here, please.

That was cool Obama, don't want anything negative to give Hillary another edge to tear you apart.

SENATOR .OBAMA NEEDS TO TAKE THE HIGH ROAD. PASTOR WRIGHT IS NOTHING MORE THAN A SMOKE SCREEN. PASTOR WRIGHT HAS LET HIMSELF BE USED. THE WAY THE MAN IS ACTING YOU WOULD THINK SOMEONE SOMEWHERE HAS GIVEN HIM $$$$$. SURELY NOT HA HA. AS FOR MICHELLE KEEP DOING WHAT YOUR DOING (MUMS THE WORKD) IF YOU MAKE A COMMENT IT WILL JUST GET TWISTED AND THROWED AROUND LIKE LAUNDRY IN A WASHER. GODS SPEED SENATOR OBAMA. YOU HAVE MY VOTE PERIOD!

the big question is how much the new obama rejection of wright will influence black voters in INDY and NC.... in INDY blacks are 8 or 9 percent of the state population; while in NC blacks are 20 percent of the NC state population.... and for each, they are about double that percent as Demo primary voters- – 18 percent of demo primary voters in INDY are black, while 40 percent of NC demo primary voters are black.... suppose that 1 in 4, or 1 in 5, of black demo primary voters in INDY and NC walk AWAY from obama because he dumped wright,,, that could be a good chunk of voters, in NC, up to an 8 percent loss....so the pollsters should start surveying black voters to see how many are now prepared to abandon obama: 1 in 4? 1 in 5? 1 in 10? that could have a huge impact, or little impact, on how well obama plays in upcoming primaries, altho blacks are only 2 percent of ORegon population, even less in Montana.....but a bigger chunk in Puerto Rico,,,,.....mccain/rice08!

why oh why is Michelle Obama suddently at a loss for words. She is usually very outspoken and wears the pants in the family. I guess she doesn't want to hurt her "like an uncle's feelings".

Silence is the best move for a politician to deal with controversy. Let's ignore the fact that they have been listening to this Rev for twenty years and just now distancing themselves from him. A politician must do whatever it takes to get elected, including throwing your paster under the bus.

Michelle better not say any thing she is next in line to be thrown under the bus.

Obama is no longer electable and the superdelegates must be responsible by backing Senator Clinton.

She has the popular vote, since Michigan and Florida are also a part of the Union. They cannot be ignored by the DNC

Hillary 08- Yes she will!!!

What is this?
FOX NEWS?
24 hour Rev Wright watch?

I still havent seen the story of what Rumsfeld HIRING 75 former military officers, gave them talking points and sent them out as experts on TV shows to rev up the war in Iraq.

But its Rev Wright that is important, God you are pathetic CNN.

Senator Obama now needs to say, "I have nothing more to say about the matter" and that's it! And Michelle Obama needs to say, "I have nothing more to say about the matter".

good response. Rev. Wright does not deserve a word!

It's too bad. All of this and past comments of Hillary regarding conservatives, Republicans, whiare hysterical and hyperbolis and meanspirited will also come back to haunt her. Have we all forgotten what a harridan she is.

Let it go and move on! what would you have Obama do to prove he is no longer linked to the Rev Wright, shoot the man? Puleeeeze.

Michelle didn't say anything because she's suppose to be on CNN tonight with Anderson Cooper to talk about the Wright issue.

Nothing to report here. Move on.

Michelle Obama; you said that America is a mean country and that you were not proud to be an American...Isn't this exactly what reverend Wright preached to you and your husband for 20 years? Of course, now Sen Obama changes the tune and turns against us black Americans and against Rev Wright and most of our ministers to convince white voters. Being legitimate is what will earn the respect of most decent people, black or white or yellow.

Obama family we love you.

you are the greatest.

obama 2008

president and first lady
you did the right thing
michaell must watch ebver word tonight
and she will
she is a brilliat lady as obama is a gentamen

So what other questions were asked at this event? Anything about the economy, the war, immigration, trade agreements, education?

I'M SO SICK OF HEARING ABOUT REV. WRIGHT..
IT APPEARS THAT THE MEDIA DOESN'T HAVE ANYTHING ELSE TO BRING UP ON OBAMA BUT REV. WRIGHT..
GOODNESS! ITS BEST TO JUST BOYCOTT CNN, MSNBC, FOXNEWS ALL TOGETHER. HIT THEM IN THE POCKET.
I AM SURE I'M NOT THE ONLY ONE WHO FEELS THIS WAY.. GOODNESS... EVERYDAY, ALL DAY LONG.. HAVEN'T YOU HAD ENOUGHT..
I AM SURE THERE IS MORE NEWS!

LET MICHELLE SPEAK!

IT ALWAYS DOES SO MUCH TO GET HILLARY ELECTED.

(Please Post)

I personally believe that the NObama/Wright controversy was staged.

I believe that NObama used this farce as an opportunity to get on a platform and look emotional and apologetic to the American people.

I believe that NObama knew that he was losing momentum and needed to appeal (emotional) to the country.

NObama knew that he NEVER denounced himself from Wright, so he needed to try and do the right thing, to appeal to the Catholics, blue collar workers and white male voters that he was losing.

NObama and Wright are like two peas in a pod, this was staged I say!!!

Go Hillary!!!

Don't buy into NObamas false beliefs, he's a wolf in sheeps clothing!

Did anyone else believe that this could be?

I'm a Clinton supporter, but I wish that the media would recognize that Obama and his family are victims in this.

It's fine to condemn what Reverend Wright has said. Senator Clinton has done that, as has almost everyone else in the party.

But to continue prodding and poking the Obamas about it isn't journalism. It's shilling for Republicans who want to sling mud without getting dirty themselves.

What a nightmare! Can you imagine it? Obama, Michelle, Wright, Ayers all at the White House? Of course this will never happen. The citizens of the United States will never allow this. As a prestigious Pennsylvanian Republican recently commented....Obama is a flawed candidate and the sooner we realize this the better off the party is. If Obama is the nominee we will never win in November.

Cat got your tongue?

Hillary wil win Indiana and beat McCain in November.

Smart move Michelle. We already know how you feel about America so it's wise not to add fuel to the fire.

Good move Michelle... We all know, no matter WHAT either of them say... they will be slammed for saying it.

I love this woman... Bill would have run off at the mouth.

Its clear that the Obama's are hurt by their former pastor... I'm glad they faced the issue head on and arent dealing with it any more.

Every word from the Obama's are under intense review by Hillary and the Republicans. This is sad that Edward's wife can say what she thinks but Obama's wife must stay silent. Hmmm...