May 1, 2008
Posted: 12:12 PM ET

From
CNN

Joe Andrews said he wants to see an Obama-Bayh Ticket.

(CNN) — Former Democratic National Committee Chairman Joe Andrew — who was appointed to that post in 1999 by then-President Clinton — is withdrawing his endorsement of Hillary Clinton, and backing Barack Obama instead.

Andrew, who made a Thursday morning appearance at Obama's state headquarters in Indianapolis, said the time had come to "heal the rift in this party and unite behind Barack Obama now."

On a conference call with reporters and Obama campaign manager David Plouffe, Andrew said superdelegates need to make their decisions "now." He added that he'd like to see Obama pick Indiana Sen. Evan Bayh — a strong Clinton backer who has said the Jeremiah Wright controversy would pose general election problems for the Illinois senator — as his running mate.

"I'm going to be an advocate for an Obama/Bayh ticket," he said. Andrew will be doing local media interviews Thursday, and appearing at campaign events Friday.

Andrew released a letter Thursday morning explaining his decision. "Many will ask, why now? Why, with several primaries still remaining, with Senator Clinton just winning Pennsylvania, with my friend Evan Bayh working hard to make sure Senator Clinton wins Indiana, why switch now? Why call for super delegates to come together now to constructively pick a president?"

"The simple answer is that while the timing is hard for me personally, it is best for America. We simply cannot wait any longer, nor can we let this race fall any lower and still hope to win in November. June or July may be too late. The time to act is now."

The Indiana superdelegate served as party chairman from 1999 through 2001. He had endorsed Hillary Clinton last year, on the day she officially announced her White House bid.

With the switch, Clinton's lead over Obama among the party's superdelegates stands at 19.

Indiana voters head to the polls on Tuesday.

In response to Andrew, Clinton spokesman Phil Singer said, "We have seen record turnout in state after state because Democrats are excited and enthusiastic about this primary process."

"On Tuesday, Hoosiers will have their turn to come out in record numbers and support their candidate. We support that Democratic process and think that every American should be able to weigh in and support the candidate of his or her own choosing."

(updated with Andrew comments)

Filed under: Barack Obama • Hillary Clinton • Indiana


Kelley   May 1st, 2008 7:07 am ET

Welcome aboard Mr. ANdrews, I believe with all of my being that Obama is the person to heal this nation.

ray   May 1st, 2008 7:09 am ET

Welcome aboard sir and Thank you.
Thank you also for the courage and confidence .
Obama '08

antler   May 1st, 2008 7:10 am ET

It's on!

MovingOn   May 1st, 2008 7:10 am ET

Queue the traitor comments and gnashing of teeth from Clinton backers.

Spider   May 1st, 2008 7:10 am ET

This is exactly why neither candidate should withdraw from the race. These superdelegates can change their minds right up to voting time at the convention.

Michael in Ohio   May 1st, 2008 7:11 am ET

OBAMA!!!!
OBAMA!!!!

WE NEED A PRESIDENT WHO IS GOING TO MAKE THE "RIGHT" DESICIONS!!! OBAMA WAS 100 PERCENT CORRECT ABOUT THE GAS TAX WHILE HILLARY WAS WRONG AGAIN!!!! HOPEFULLY THE VOTERS GET IT THIS TIME!!!

Hattie / Chicago   May 1st, 2008 7:12 am ET

NICE !!! CLINTON IS TOTALLY UNELECTABLE AND THE SUPERS KNOW IT.. THATS WHY EVEN WITH THE REV. WRIGHT STUFF… THE SUPERS DID NOT FLOOD HER WAY !!

Vikas   May 1st, 2008 7:13 am ET

First post.

Beginning of end for Hillary - even her appointees are abandoning her.

LISA   May 1st, 2008 7:13 am ET

Smart man.. at least someone is thinking of the DEMOCRATIC PARTY!

Indiana voter   May 1st, 2008 7:14 am ET

well said—- anyone who really wants the real story on hilary should pick up a copy of GLOBE in the supermarkets or newsstands now.
i was also a hilary supporter until i read the real story on her.
now if she is the nominee in november i will either not vote or vote for mcsame..

Go HRC   May 1st, 2008 7:15 am ET

President Clinton 2009! Winners never give up. If Obama wants Clinton out of the race. Defeat her!

Kim, Dallas, TX   May 1st, 2008 7:15 am ET

It's nice to know that there are some who have been within the Democratic Party that can see what this long, drawn out, negative campaigning is doing to our party. If left to go all the way through the convention we will end up losing to the Republicans. Our country cannot afford another year of a Republican government.

Obama is da truth   May 1st, 2008 7:15 am ET

Checkmate?
Obama 08

Tanya Kujath   May 1st, 2008 7:15 am ET

I am a Hillary supporter, but I am a Democrat. I will support Obama if he Is the Democratic nominee. Our Country will have a hard time surviving a third bush term.

Hillary or Obama!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
DEMOCRATES UNITE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

NC for OBAMA   May 1st, 2008 7:16 am ET

Welcome to the movement!

Ephy   May 1st, 2008 7:16 am ET

Joe Andrew: yours is a perfect, profound and clear thought Democrats should follow.

Peter   May 1st, 2008 7:16 am ET

This says a lot. He endorsed Clinton early and was "loyal" to Bill Clinton BUT has changed his mind and moved to Obama camp to help end the race and because Obama handled the Wright-case well AND because Obama has a better solution to the gas-price crisis.

Rosemary   May 1st, 2008 7:16 am ET

Well, winning versus the voters of all states to come. That is honorable? I thought most presidential candidates came out of the Democratic convention. Guess the Democratic leadership has forgotten what that word means? Go figure….

Itoldyouso   May 1st, 2008 7:17 am ET

Why are the people who know Clinton the best distancing themselves from her? Is it that they know the true Hillary?

Barbara - 65 yr old white female in NC   May 1st, 2008 7:17 am ET

I think a lot of folks are seeing the possibility of real honesty and integrity.

Unless we can get away from lies, deceit, "games for personal gain", and the "king george" way of life icurrently n the white house, this country is lost.

I'm happy to see some people actually think. So many live in fear and bias

Barbara

bill   May 1st, 2008 7:17 am ET

Mr. Andrew, have a seat next to Governor Richardson. The Clinton's will most likely start their attack on you. The kinder and gentler side of the Clinton's is now in play, so you may only get a firm spanking and not a kick to the face like the Governor did. They may unleash Carville on you as well…..

Anyway, you have made the right decision. It must feel really nice to smell the good clear air oh the higher ground with Obama after all that gutter slime the Clinton's have made you edure…..

Really I Mean Really   May 1st, 2008 7:17 am ET

The time has come for all men & women to wake up out if this nightmare and rub their eyes and say it was all a bad dream. Now we can move on to bigger and better things. Unite the DNC and let's get this thing done. The White House belongs to the Dem's if we just come together. Hillary must see the writing on the wall once again when you step on people to get to the top in politics it comes back to haunt you.

The time has come to call this one. "The time now is 7:35am the patient is gone" as the Doc pulls the cover over the HRC campaign for 08

simple thought   May 1st, 2008 7:17 am ET

this is why i'll vote republican in nov. the dem. party is a bunch of back stabing yagoos with no merit in honor. go ahead and nominate obama, he'll get the carter treatment from at least 30% of the democrat base, they like me will vote for mccain, were at war and exsperience counts…
obama has none……… thats a simple fact….. live with your choice democrats, America wont elect this man president…………..
missouri

Joe Schmo   May 1st, 2008 7:17 am ET

THIS IS A CLINTON BACKER FROM 1999!
WHY DOES THE PRESS MAKE IT SOUND LIKE HE IS FROM THE PRESENT!
CNN AND OTHER NEWS ORGANIZATIONS KEEP THE DRAMA GOING!
THE FACT IS THAT OBAMA IS SLIPPING IN THE POLLS!
HILLARY HAS PROVEN THAT SHE IS IN FOR THE LONG HAUL!
SHE CAN TAKE A PUNCH AND COME RIGHT BACK!
SHE HAS SOLUTIONS RIGHT NOW!
OBAMA IS NOT CAPABLE OF HANDLING THE STRESS OF QUESTIONS CONCERNING HIS PAST!
HILLARY IS THE SUPERIOR CANDIDATE!
SHE GETS MY VOTE!

girlscoutnut   May 1st, 2008 7:18 am ET

Hillary is winning…many voters yet to express their opinion. Gee, its so nice our democratic leadership can't follow the democratic process.

FloridaVoter   May 1st, 2008 7:18 am ET

Let's go Joe! Vote Obama!

John   May 1st, 2008 7:19 am ET

This is excellent news for the Obama campaign!

Victor   May 1st, 2008 7:19 am ET

Nothing can be farther from the truth. Endgame for Hilrry

Jen   May 1st, 2008 7:19 am ET

SHAME ON YOU!

SHAME ON YOU!!

SHAME ON YOU!!!

HE CANNOT EVEN GIVE A REASONABLE REASON FOR THE SWITCH.

Ludovic   May 1st, 2008 7:19 am ET

something very strange is hapeening in this party. I don't know what hillary and bill have done to all those party leaders, but they seems to believe that it is time for the clintons to pay the bill.
let's hope that voters will follow, because I think that this race is still on the hand of the voters, not the supers

Joe Schmo   May 1st, 2008 7:20 am ET

THE SUPER DELEGATES WILL MAKE THE RIGHT DECISION BASED ON WHO CAN WIN IN NOVEMBER!

HILLARY HAS NO SCANDAL FOR THE GOP!

GO HILLARY CLINTON!

Kojotaga, Dublin, Ireland   May 1st, 2008 7:20 am ET

It is always telling when the insiders switch sides…..as was in the case of New Mexico gov, Sam Nunn, now Joe Andrew and many many others…..as a European I have been gripped by the possibilites this election presents America with and the extent to which America can be bold…. because there is a seismic shift in power across the globe, when the traditional model is being challenged and the extent to which America holds it's own will be down to the extent to which it is willing to change. Another facinating facet of this election is how the youth of America represented in Obama is pitted against the older generation of America who find comfort in the old ways and not so embracing of change even if it means going along the old lines of race and gender……facinating and gripping!!

Larry   May 1st, 2008 7:20 am ET

It seems paradoxical that, despite Obama's current slump, he is getting major endorsements. Clinton, in her desperation to win the nomination, is turning into a typical cynical politician that will say anything to get elected. Her gas tax holiday is one such example and I think most people will see through it for what it is. Obama tells it like it is, which I think is what the American people want to hear. The superdelegates can see the handwriting on the wall and are making their choices accordingly. Other's may try to make Obama look bad but Hillary is doing it all to herself. It will be over soon.

Susan-VA   May 1st, 2008 7:20 am ET

WOW!! The time is now for America to realize that, like Gov. Richardson said, Obama is a once-in-a-lifetime leader that we so desperately need. We cannot go on with the same old pandering politicians that will promise you anything just to get elected and then let everything fall by the wayside. We cannot afford to lose any more jobs due to Clinton's "opposition" to trade deals while Bill Clinton is out making millions promoting them! Thank you, Mr. Andrew!!

Adam   May 1st, 2008 7:20 am ET

Finally.. The decisive blow to the Clinton campaign. Wait…. her campaign is still going to continue? wow!

Donald   May 1st, 2008 7:20 am ET

Thumbs up!!!!!!!!

Charles   May 1st, 2008 7:21 am ET

It is time for Democrats to get behind one candidate. If that candidate was Clinton, then she would have been our nominee, but since it is Obama then it should be him. She is an excellent woman, but the people have voted and he seems to be the one that the people want. I want to make a point to the women that will vote for McCain since Clinton wasn't your choice. I want you to think about Rove vs Wade. Should McCain become President, your choice to choose will be gone. he will appoint judges that dont support your choice. Think about healthcare, jobs and this war. Let us continue to send our sons and daughters over to Iraq.

Michael   May 1st, 2008 7:21 am ET

I am glad to see people are starting to finally Put the party first. Good choice, I hope the door on Clinton can be shut- And your party can focus on McWar- I may not be a democrat- But I hope you win the white house.

Obama can beat McCain.

nc   May 1st, 2008 7:22 am ET

I think is very interesting that every time MR. Obama is in trouble next day one of these super delegate announces that he or she supp Obama

I really think this is not accidental, these are super delegates that already are leaning toward Obama and when the time is right they announce their support.
Well is good strategy but is becoming pretty obvious.

Paul from Virginia   May 1st, 2008 7:22 am ET

This is huge!

Jessica, MI   May 1st, 2008 7:22 am ET

and so YET ANOTHER individual with ties and favors owed to the Clintons backs Obama. Hillary supporters: doesn't this tell you something

Susan MO   May 1st, 2008 7:23 am ET

What Hillary said to the good people of the South was outrageous. "Screw 'em' , she said. This is a slam against all Americans.

Go Obama '08

MC, PA   May 1st, 2008 7:24 am ET

Mr. Andrew, thank you for your support! You are a true democrat with great wisdom and courage. Your open letter is very rational and moving.

End the negative attacks! End the infighting! Support Obama, a great leader of the new century!

Glenn   May 1st, 2008 7:24 am ET

Tick Tock Tick Tock! The clock is quickly running down for Billary. Obama only needs 294 delegates and the momentum is surging faster!

Obamantor   May 1st, 2008 7:24 am ET

HIllary go home and get your crying towel Obama is going to win the Black House alboard the Obama soul train….brother bring it home
Ha ha ha ha ha ha cry lady cry

Spirit of America   May 1st, 2008 7:24 am ET

Something stinks here. Who bought him off?

john   May 1st, 2008 7:24 am ET

richardson of indiana

Jkakunda   May 1st, 2008 7:25 am ET

Yeah Congrats. Your decision looks wiser especially when you lean for party unity against division, which can harm the party! You know what? the picture of Clinton wearing a very red face in Ohio recently, lambasting " Shame on you barack Obama" constitutes shamest political postures on earth, and that can lead to a lot of questions in the fall! Not only that, the constant attacks to Barack, which sometimes led to Baracks stagering offensive replys; thanks to the cooling from him now; is not as good as calls for unity of all races Obama has been providing. Denounciation of Rev Wright, and apologizing on the bitter, won him a political score that made him more electable.

This chance is here for grabs by all Americans in or outside the US

Emmanuel   May 1st, 2008 7:25 am ET

On behalf of my future childdren and myself, God bless you.

J Dole   May 1st, 2008 7:25 am ET

This looks like the beginning of the end. More Dems are seeing that this prolonged battle really is getting in the way of fighting McCain. I expect more people to switch to the person who leads in delegates and popular votes, that being Obama.

Lori McMaster   May 1st, 2008 7:26 am ET

He is a fool.

Sharon R.   May 1st, 2008 7:26 am ET

Hurray for Joe Andrews!. Hillary is running such a negative campaign it is turning many people off. You just can't do people wrong and not expect it to backfire on you. Obama will win the nomination because he has shown himself to be a great leader by his judgement and character. He is trying to unite the country not divide the country. He will prevail!

Zack   May 1st, 2008 7:26 am ET

The right thing!

D McNabb   May 1st, 2008 7:27 am ET

Another switch from Hillary to Barack. How much longer can this go on?

carrie   May 1st, 2008 7:27 am ET

goodbye,hillbilly.
dont let the door smack you on your way ouy.
goodbye

William   May 1st, 2008 7:27 am ET

Another idiot. I'm ashamed to say that I've been a member of this party all my life. I am switching parties. If these idiots want to walk off a bridge I'm not following them. I hope Hillary wins by a landslide in Indiana and NC. Hillary or McCain, never Obama.

Onyema   May 1st, 2008 7:27 am ET

Obama seems to be weathering the Wright controversy. I think it is high time the democrats rallied around him. Edwards needs to get off his high horse and endorse Obama. Clinton cannot make it and the longer she stays in the race, she preventsObama from focusing on the key issues he needs to address to the American public. She should bow out gracefully. She has run a tough but inept campaign. It is time for the key democrats to call the game and show her the cards. She needs a red card right now.

Alice   May 1st, 2008 7:28 am ET

If a Clinton is involved, you can be sure the race will be in the gutter.

yen   May 1st, 2008 7:28 am ET

This is what is needed for America. What a great person. Andrew is a sighted person. This is what I expected from the clintons themselves.They should be the leaders of the democratic party.Love thy country and love thy party!!!! Instead they are dying to be in the White House and kill obama along the wayand destroy the demo. party.If hillary thinks she will win after all what she is doing, then she is completely out of touch and is dilusional.

rita/ohio   May 1st, 2008 7:28 am ET

Voters in N.C., and Indiana, ask yourselves why people who know and work so closely with the Clintons are moving over to Obama. These people know them better then anyone. My guess is they are tired of all the lies, and dirty tricks, and they know she cannot win in Nov.. Its time to end this. Please vote OBAMA 08.

James, OH   May 1st, 2008 7:28 am ET

yeah, read the last sentence of the article:

"He had endorsed Hillary Clinton last year, on the day she officially announced her White House bid."

Superdelegates aren't gullible like most americans. They make the right choice, most of the time.

Valerie Moss   May 1st, 2008 7:29 am ET

If Hillary wins this thing, these low life Judas swines better not need any favors from the White House for the next 8 years.

mg   May 1st, 2008 7:29 am ET

Great news. It is about time the superdelegates used their spine and brought this to an end. I am often amazed by the ability of the Democratic party to snatch defeat from the jaws of victory. Thank you Mr. Andrew for recognizing that Barack Obama has already won the Democratic nomination. The rest of this is just window dressing.

As the former head of the DNC and selected by Bill Clinton, I believe this will carry alot of weight with other superdelegates who have been sitting on the fence.

Cecile   May 1st, 2008 7:29 am ET

They are coming in drops and dribs, waiting for the stampede!!!!! "Yes We Can, Obama 08!

Jay   May 1st, 2008 7:30 am ET

Hillary is making sure that her friend McBush gets elected. What a witch?

Will (Indiana)   May 1st, 2008 7:30 am ET

That's OK. A lot of my friends and I are changing from Barack Obama to Hilliary Clinton. She gave an excellent interview yesterday that provided solutions and alternatives. Not much different then where she stood, but her answers were much better and more common sense then anyone of the candidates we listened to this year. My family has also changed their views of her and their support.If Hilliary don't win the democratic nomination, it will most likely go to the republicans, I have no problem changing again in November.

Tootie from Cleveland, Ohio   May 1st, 2008 7:31 am ET

I'm sure he'll feel the pain when Hillary is the nominee.

R Thomas   May 1st, 2008 7:32 am ET

People, if you didnt see what Michael Moore had to say about both candidates, please do. Michael more was right on target, what a good hearted and truthful man.

Eddie   May 1st, 2008 7:32 am ET

Joe andrew has the courage America needs,These are the people we need in our government.Whether you agree with who he has endorsed or not,he had the courage to do what he think is best for the party and the country,not what is in his own interest for political gain.

Tony Z-MD   May 1st, 2008 7:32 am ET

Thank you! We need a united party. We know Mr. Carville will be calling you some name, but that is ok. You are doing what is good for America.

Bobby tray   May 1st, 2008 7:32 am ET

it would be best to vote for Obama to bring unity back to the democratic party. but that is not what Clinton and their supporters want. they want to try to win at all cost even though statistically they can not. another news worthy point that the media does not want to delve too much into because it help their ratings if this is dragged on.

yousef Hamad   May 1st, 2008 7:32 am ET

Cnn Be fair give this BREAKING NEWS the right spot with a picture pleeeeease.

dani   May 1st, 2008 7:32 am ET

yahoooooooo……. god always lift his chidren up when people think there is no hope again. ur wellcome home andrew, god will fullfill all ur heart desire. Good man i think every hrc surporter will open there eyes and not to be fool with this do anything to get elected family.

obama 08

BettiH, Indianapolis, IN.   May 1st, 2008 7:32 am ET

Is anybody other than me wondering why people keep leaving her campaign and joinging Obama's? Does this make the Superdelegates wonder why people are jumping ship?

Navybill, Springfied, VA   May 1st, 2008 7:33 am ET

You Dems certainly have given the world a good show. Maybe some day you will settle down and grow up.

Jim   May 1st, 2008 7:33 am ET

WONDERFUL news, WONDERFUL! It's the end of Hillary… get lost and take your fool husband with you PLEASE and SOON.

John, Marietta, GA   May 1st, 2008 7:33 am ET

Those who act as if Clinton can still win are just kidding themselves. All she wants to do is detroy Obama, so she can run in 4yrs. The Clintons feel they have some sort of right to the Oval office.

vanchav   May 1st, 2008 7:33 am ET

The fat lady is SINGING Hillary…

P.S. News is out the SDs have already decided on Obama but are waiting for the last primary to end

Sue in Florida   May 1st, 2008 7:34 am ET

Isn't this old news, didn't he announce last week that he was going to do this. And he thinks that he can ask someone to quit when they appear to be even in the polls somewhat. Forget it, it isn't going to happen, when did he become God. Hillary gets to stay the course.
Remember guys, that our reps in Florida and MI did us in but if this had not happened, Obama would be the one that would have needed
to leave long ago.

Plant your feet Hillary and stay. Obama will not beat McCain, especially
if many leave the party. And it's most unfortunate that the democrats
may cost us the election. I would not cave if I were Hillary.

Kasha   May 1st, 2008 7:34 am ET

Wow….this man has a heart for America. God bless him! It seems to me that after all Obama's attacks for Hillary, Mccain, and even his own pastor, he has remain honest and calm. I think I am going to change my vote over to him.

Thank you Lord for the revelation.

what ever   May 1st, 2008 7:34 am ET

Hmm… Interesting. Why would you not wait until June 3rd? That is only a month away. As Dean put it, by the end of June this should be over. I like that, but if no one concedes by the end of June, this will go all the way up to the convention where delegates are truly counted. Infact, superdelegates and pledged delegates can switch their votes at the last minute in the convention.

Jim   May 1st, 2008 7:35 am ET

Hillery can fool some of the people some of the time …. The media is with out question the most difficult opponent Obama is running against. CNN, still no reporting about that little case in Ca. that would end the Clintons run in this election.

Jon, Somewhere, MI   May 1st, 2008 7:35 am ET

Who? If this guy is all that major, why has nobody heard of him? In other news, Insider advantage released a poll this week that shows Obama losing to Hillary Clinton in North Carolina. Maybe it was a little early for the rat to jump from the not quite so sinking ship.

big_puppy   May 1st, 2008 7:36 am ET

Good for Chairman Joe Andrew and welcome. It is what is best for the country and thank you.

kells   May 1st, 2008 7:36 am ET

YES YES YES YESSSSSSSSSS !!!!!!!

Gerard   May 1st, 2008 7:36 am ET

It must be clear Hillary is indeed a warmonger….. she isn't afraid of sniper fire at all, you remember?
We, in Europe are shocked by Hillaries threat to bomb Iran totally nucleair, if they bomb Israel. Iran is not a babybear, but she she will start the third worldwar. She doesn"t even agree on all her mistakes she made so far! We don't want her in the International politics at all.
Are you afraid of "an International person", who is strong and has no fear. The world is waiting on a person like Barrack Obama.

J3T   May 1st, 2008 7:36 am ET

The Fat Lady in the pant suit is warming up!!!
YES WE CAN!

liz   May 1st, 2008 7:36 am ET

This switch just shows that some people have no loyalty. Both Andrew and Hill have shown us that there are alot of backstabbing people in politics. I hope Hill is not re-elected when he runs again and Andrew not selected to be on the DNC.

Clinton will be the nominee even without their support. She will show everyone that she is the stronger candidate.

Just wanted to tell CNN that I am tired of seeing Michelle and Barack Obama on TV now. CNN is showing it over and over and its getting to me now. Please stop it NOW. You are treating them like they are royalty. Let us see and hear more postive things about Clinton. Its about time she has the same equal time on air.

Paul VA   May 1st, 2008 7:36 am ET

This Man understands what Americans need. Americans need someone different from Bush to be in the White House. Destroying the Democratic Party does not help on economy crisis, war in Iraq, credit and house crisis, transportation, jobs, healthcare, etc. Democrats have already decided. The Nominee is Obama. Let’s move now for the November election. We should not lose the November victory because of personal fight. Hillary needs to understand that she cannot be the nominee for any cost. She should stop destroying the party. This November election was the most easy to win for democrats. But know Hillary changed all the cards. I'm sure, if instead of a Clinton there was another person in the same situation as Hillary, that person would have left the race after the Virginia, Maryland and DC elections.

Hillary, leave the race and let us win in November

Bitter PA   May 1st, 2008 7:37 am ET

Clinton is everything liberals detest…..two-faced, dishonest, hostile, and so weak in character her only chance to win to to run a total smear campaign agaist her opponent. Sound like Bushy Jr. to anyone?

I hope more people jump ship now that she has shown her true colors.

The democratic party can count on losing my vote if she is the nominee.

walt ohio   May 1st, 2008 7:37 am ET

Thank you Joe! Yes it is time to get the ball rolling for the DNC. Before it happens to you, just plug your ears. The media seems to be against anyone that is for Senator Obama. Wolf (Clinton) Blitzer, John King Clinton, and Lou Two-faced Dobbs Clinton should have more to whine about now that you have switched from the lying Clintons, to a man that is WINNING, and WILL WIN the nomination. " OUT WITH THE OLD, IN WITH THE NEW. OBAMA 08 and 12 BYE BYE TO THE BILLARYS

ThatsMYBama   May 1st, 2008 7:37 am ET

WOW! Good Job Mr. Andrew! " Can you hear that? That is the sound of inevitablility!"

Kasha   May 1st, 2008 7:37 am ET

sorry, i misspelled "from" hillary, mccain and even his own pastor….

….or should I say that I misspoke

raymond   May 1st, 2008 7:37 am ET

Good Sir very good It's time to see what the reality is.. Thanks

Bob of VT   May 1st, 2008 7:37 am ET

Joe Andrew's endorsement is an extremely smart move and a just in time move to save the election in November. He has is to be congradulated!!
Obama is the only Democratic candidate that can win in November!!

Angelika   May 1st, 2008 7:37 am ET

Good! Let's band together and get a Democrat in office!

A.M. Saqib   May 1st, 2008 7:37 am ET

Mr. Joe Andrew; thank you so much for your very valuable endorsement. It is indeed very true what you said. Time is NOW to actively support 'Obama' and not later. Republicans having the field day, and can you imagine they are thinking that they will take white house in 2008, where chances are very very strong for 'Democrats' to be in the white house this year.

Once again, I admire your foresight tremendously.

A.M. Saqib
Houston, Texas

Jamaal Kansas   May 1st, 2008 7:37 am ET

This is what I call MOMENTUM the tide is turning Democrats Lets Unite and Get John Mcshame

Mark   May 1st, 2008 7:38 am ET

Everything thats important is based upon TIME AND SPACE and not MONEY and RACE. As is with this election, remember people don't allow your iIntelligence to overide your common sense, or we shall all loose.

Go Obama 2008!!

carl d   May 1st, 2008 7:38 am ET

with all Obama has entailed over the last few weeks. super delegates still believe in him. I mean for a super delegate that was once in the clintons corner, decided to switch over to Obama. tells you something there…..WOW….welcome Joe Andrew.

CB   May 1st, 2008 7:38 am ET

Welcome to the winning team.

Obama 08!

Susan in SC   May 1st, 2008 7:38 am ET

Woo-hoo!!!

Now if the SD will get in gear, we could have our nominee!!

Go Barack!!

Bill   May 1st, 2008 7:39 am ET

That takes guts, conviction, and integrity.

JoinTheSinkingShip   May 1st, 2008 7:39 am ET

The race will go on until it ends. The people Obama chose to have around him will be the ones to do him in. Unfortunately he has not and cannot make the right decisions and is very slow to react under pressure.

I think he will make a good President but he's got a lot of work to do personally before he steps onto the big stage.

Donna Kay   May 1st, 2008 7:39 am ET

A smart patriotic man who can see what is best for the country !!!!

MJL   May 1st, 2008 7:39 am ET

That my friends is to show that Obama isn't losing ground, he's gaining grounds.

YES WE CAN

Obama '08

Terri Ohio   May 1st, 2008 7:40 am ET

These are the people that know her best, what do they know her supporters dont?

Eddie P. rochester ny   May 1st, 2008 7:40 am ET

How Stupid is Joe Andrew? at a time when Obama is falling on his face , even in a state in which he was leadindg in with high double digets, and has now dwindled down to a 2 % lead. Joe turns around and stoops to BACK- STABBING. DUMB- DUMB - DUMB. HEY JOE !!! WHAT'S YOUR IQ> SCORE? Can't you see that Obama is slipping behind in the current polls, and if all we know about him now ,had been out in the open at the very beginning of his campaign. Obama would have been gone a long time ago.

gerald strother   May 1st, 2008 7:40 am ET

The end is coming for Clinton about time GO OBAMA

Marissa   May 1st, 2008 7:41 am ET

LOVE IT. OBAMA 08! Yes, we still can, and YES, WE WILL.

Sue, PA   May 1st, 2008 7:41 am ET

I think its the bible that says something like: To those that have much, even more shall be given unto them. I am convinced this refers to responsibility, not wealth. This is a man with great responsibility, confered upon him by the office he holds, he understands the importance of his role, to serve not one individual, but the people, so what does he do? He steps boldly forward. This my friends is integrity and leadership. I stand and applaud you and all the other superdelegates that have done as you have. Now let's go and win the White House and get this nation back on track!!!

By the way, I suggest someone tell someone, anybody in the Hillary Campaign, to put a wedge under the door so they don't keep getting up to let people out. It's going to get busy.

CHRIS FROM ENGLAND   May 1st, 2008 7:41 am ET

America belive me obama is the best for you I am a 35 years old man and belive that he is very very honest .but I have got one question to cnn .If obama was second would the democratic party give him the time to carry on as they did to Hillary ????? 100% NO AND EVERYBODY KNOWS WHY??? Iwant CNN to answer that question ON THE TV

Ron   May 1st, 2008 7:41 am ET

CNN Needs to inform James Carville and Frank Sesno about this right away.

Carville will want to put andrews in the same box as Richardson.

Told ya so CNN.

Goooooooooooo Obama

Bryan   May 1st, 2008 7:42 am ET

very wise!
more to follow

Lorna, NY   May 1st, 2008 7:42 am ET

Great!

OBAMA FAN   May 1st, 2008 7:42 am ET

Thank you Rep. Andrew, your courage shows leadership, just what Obama has done!

Go Obama, we are still with you! We will stand firm on the beliefs and vision you have for this country. It's time for a "CHANGE"!!

OBAMA for PRESIDENT

Jack Walden   May 1st, 2008 7:42 am ET

".. nor can we let this race fall any lower and still hope to win in November. …"

Thats how you stop a suicide bomber out to blow-up the whole party!

Richard   May 1st, 2008 7:43 am ET

I dont care who wins the nomination I will be voting democratic because i am disgusted with the republicans for allowing bush to drive this country in the ground.

Susie   May 1st, 2008 7:43 am ET

I think everyone should remember that the President appoints Supreme Court Justices. No matter what you believe about the Wright fiasco, you have to see that after 20 years of hate-filled bashing of this country, Obama continued his relationship with Wright until it was politically impossible. Why? Did he not understand Wright's rhetoric? Did he agree with Wright? Did he believe this rhetoric was common and acceptable? Will he judge future Supreme Court Justices with the same aplomb? It appears this superdelegate doesn't care for the answers to these questions. All elected politicians need to be aware that some of the voters are watching carefully to see their judgment in action.

Michele, WV   May 1st, 2008 7:43 am ET

Once again…ANOTHER superdelegate..gone gone gone from Billary..lolol..they are getting smarter every day

OBAMA 08/12

Mike from CT   May 1st, 2008 7:44 am ET

Good job Joe Andrew .
Hillary supporters,blog writers should come too.

OBAMA 08

W PA   May 1st, 2008 7:44 am ET

Yes, the time has come to back the winner…politics is cruel, Obama would have been out 2-5-08 if it were the other way around. Clinton(s) ego is ruining the Democratic Party and personally I'm sick of their tactics. They tarnished their legacy and I will not see them in the same light and they lost all my respect. Yes, it will be a challange in Nov. for Obama but with his integrity and focus on the future well being of our country, he will have a chance against the Republicans, who will no doubt paint him with a different brush. With our standing together he will have that chance and I can't wait and will be so proud of our country to be to become the honorable country we are, again.

Carol in NC   May 1st, 2008 7:44 am ET

Thank you Chairman Joe Abdrew for your support of Obama. He is a decent man and will make a great president. You have helped his cause. I hope more superdelegates that supported Clinton will turn to Obama. I can't figure out why CNN or Fox hasn't made a story on Clinton's pastor about child abuse and the fraud case in Calif. There are some bad things Clinton's are hiding and people don't know.

Shelley in NC   May 1st, 2008 7:44 am ET

Thank you Mr. Andrew.

Go Obama! Yes You Can   May 1st, 2008 7:44 am ET

Yes sir ! You are a wise man!!
Other supers please follow him.let this end soon and give obama some time before November..SDs please DON'T ENDORSE HILLARY NOW.
She's done.
And to SDs who supported HRC..feel free to switch to BO ;)

Divine inspired race   May 1st, 2008 7:44 am ET

More than anything I think this man's defection from Clinton speaks volumes about her, her campaign and her negativity. Hey Clinton supporters, he isn't the first defect from her campaign by the way. Don't you see the writing on the wall????

carrie   May 1st, 2008 7:44 am ET

i hate this country
its a foolish country that has persecuted the best people and always takes the wrong.
a country that now focuses on telling us stupid stories about popstars and silly stories.
obama is too good for this country,
you foolish americans deserve to have hillbilly as yuor president.

Germaine   May 1st, 2008 7:44 am ET

A gentleman and a scholar. Let the superdelegate avalanche begin.

The cream is rising to the top, and that's not where Mrs. Clinton lives these days.

ali morisho   May 1st, 2008 7:44 am ET

Barack obama is a candidate that USA expect to elect as a president.GOD bless obama

M. Mitch   May 1st, 2008 7:44 am ET

Another person that knows the real Clinton's is making the switch. That certainly says a lot. Thank you Joe!!

Edwin in NC   May 1st, 2008 7:44 am ET

I find the recent defections from Hillary's campaign quite interesting. Two weeks ago a major fund raiser and now another high profile backer is backing Barack Obama. This after her win in Pa. coupled with the Rev. Wright uproar.

Hillary's Campaign has been such a roller coaster…

besharpone   May 1st, 2008 7:45 am ET

Hillary supporters would like to use the term "traiter"….or "judas" in the case of Bill Richardson…but it is quite telling when long time Bill and Hillary supporters are jumping ship on a regular basis.

M.Hilltut   May 1st, 2008 7:45 am ET

I have never heard of so many "turncoats" in all my life..What is happening to loyalty?

Tim   May 1st, 2008 7:45 am ET

Enough with all the back and forth bickering between the Clinton and Obama supporters. This has gone on way too long. Senator Clinton fought hard, but she will not get the nomination. This needs to end after NC and IN. Thank you Chairman Joe Andrew. I applaud you for your courage to seek what’s best for this country. We must come together and unite and the clock is ticking, and the country is suffering.

reality check   May 1st, 2008 7:45 am ET

The democratic party is crazy. You go ahead and try to make it whomever you want. McCain will win because you are not listening to the voters.

yvonne from Texas   May 1st, 2008 7:46 am ET

well if he believes that so much why arent the other undecided superdelegates voting or thinking the way he is?……….you know why?because many still believe that Hillary can pull it off….and she will!!

M. Jan, Exton, Pa.   May 1st, 2008 7:46 am ET

Once again it is proved that this is the best country of the world because when we want change , we know when to change and who can bring change irrespect of color, race, religion. God bless these wise men/women.

Look byond   May 1st, 2008 7:46 am ET

I think people like Joe Andrew should be commended for taking this giant leap in saving the democratic party, and for the betterment of this country.
I think the remaining superdelegates should follow suit, and save us the grief and embarrasment that has befall the democratic party headed by that Howard Dean who hasn't put his foot down a say ENOUGH is ENOUGH..

ThatsMYBama   May 1st, 2008 7:46 am ET

Many people ask why can't Barack put Hillary away. Many of you forget that The Clintons came into this race more popular, more connected, with enormous support of the "who's who" in the DNC. It appears to me we should be asking why has someone with so much of a head start, end up trying to catch up? Maybe many of the early endorsers though that The Clinton Machine was too much for anyone to compete with. It appears now that they have a viable option, many of them are jumping ship, because of what they know about or have seen during their days with Bill. The Clinton's mafia style tactics of pursuading Supers to back Hillary is a indicator of "More of the Same".

GO BAMA!!!

Sonyi   May 1st, 2008 7:46 am ET

There is something fishy going on with Hillary that we don't know about people. Let's not blow this election . Let's back Obama before it is toooooooooooooo late.

Rex, Toledo, Ohio   May 1st, 2008 7:47 am ET

For the love of the Party and America, thank you Mr. Andrew.

John Bolinas   May 1st, 2008 7:47 am ET

Switching support when everyone knows your nominee is a bad practice. It is self betrayal to one's principle. The person's integrity is questionable and blemished. Who would believe in a flip-flop?

This is what money and greed for power can do just to make people change their mind.

Bad politics!

Mike   May 1st, 2008 7:47 am ET

Joe, what a back-stabber you are, disloyal and two-faced!

I hope the only job that is avaliable to you in the near future (if NObama is elected), is to clean the White House toilets!

Go Hillary!!!!

Mary - PA   May 1st, 2008 7:47 am ET

Welcome aboard Mr. Andrew!

Yes We Can!

Eddie P. rochester ny   May 1st, 2008 7:48 am ET

Even if Obama closes the door on Hillary now. McCain will knock the door down in the fall and walk right through him. Obama may become the door man at the white house opening doors for McCain.

JH   May 1st, 2008 7:48 am ET

Thank you Mr. Andrew for being the straw that broke the back - this democrat is now going to support McCain. You are just yet another politician who will throw anyone under the bus. You stick with your very liberal friends and you can all have one pity party come November. I had been one of those that figured I'd hold my nose come November and vote Obama, but like you, I find loyalty to be a thing of the past.

Abdul   May 1st, 2008 7:48 am ET

Good news !!!

We are going to win this nomination and win the november election, change America and the world….

OBAMA 08

Maurice   May 1st, 2008 7:48 am ET

Mr Joe Andrews –all I can say is that you also have NO sense of Judgement by supporting a "loser" and weak leader as is Obama
You were appointed by the Clintons and now at this stage of your political career? you decide to switch and give your support to a candidate who at his latest press conference about Rev Rite? or rather should I say Rev Wrong? was so weak and pathetic(just to see his body language) that his young daughters I'm sure could have done a better job –and you want him as a President??
No ways -=- Hillary Clinton at least or otherwise John McCain at worst but ANYTHING better than Obama

Dan in CO   May 1st, 2008 7:48 am ET

This particular road seems to be one-way.

Has any superdelegate changed FROM Obama TO Clinton yet?

lefty MD   May 1st, 2008 7:48 am ET

The sooner the superdelegates state thier support for Obama, the better.

Remember who really has good judgement: Paula Abdul and Hillary Clinton both critique, describe, and judge events which never happened!

bigben   May 1st, 2008 7:48 am ET

Bunch of guys ganging up on Hillary how sad. I call out to all Clinton supporters do not vote for Obama in the ge. They used MI and FL has momentum for Obama. With Hillary up in Indiana and close in NC. They are ganging up on her to take her out.
It sad watching a bunch of guys gang up on a woman.

Irshad, Ontario, Canada   May 1st, 2008 7:48 am ET

US politics is so dirty that anything can happen. As outsider, I don't see Hillary Clinton trustworthy to be US president. If she gets elected then USA should be declared as ruled by monarchy as in last 20 years only Bush and Clinton ruled USA. Very shameful fact!

Peter R   May 1st, 2008 7:48 am ET

After the Pain-sylvania joke, the Wright incidents etc….

Obama is still getting Clintonian converts. What does that say?
Wake up and send Hill a packing!!!!

Obama08   May 1st, 2008 7:49 am ET

WOW!! This is great— Joe Andrew we thank you!

VOTE Democratic — Unless you want 4 more years of another Bush-

If you think things are hard now…

don't let hate-your pride hurt the nation.

VOTE Democratic no matter what!!

AKRON, OHIO OBOMA SUPPORTER   May 1st, 2008 7:49 am ET

thank you JOE ANDREW i agree with you. It is time to get ready for the general election.

jj   May 1st, 2008 7:50 am ET

Let the states decide, who are you to dictate to the people. These last states FINALLY GET A VOICE IN AN ELECTION. Let them have their say. The party will do what it will do, if people don't want to vote for Obama or Clinton, they won't, no matter who gets the nomination, there will be unhappy people, why didn't you stay with Clinton, she is the better leader of the two. You are following a herd that didn;'t know about Obama, he was pushed there by incomplete info. Notice he hasn't won any states since things have started to come out about him. ?????

linda   May 1st, 2008 7:50 am ET

it's a joke to see a 10 truck motorcade following senator clinton trying to make a point at a gas station. she opposed the summer gas tax relief in 2000 (i think) and now she's in favour. isn't she the one that agreed with senator obama that michigan and florida votes don't matter in the first place? first, she said it's up to the voters who have a final say, then she later changed her mind and said that superdelegates matter and that the electoral vote is only part of the process when she knew she couldn't catch up with senator obama. i would sincerely hope that senator clinton would stop attacking senator obama with her negative television advertisements which will only harm her own credibility and most importantly, senator obama's when he has to wrestle with senator mccain in november.

Sly Domber   May 1st, 2008 7:50 am ET

When your friends and family start moving to your neighbors house, maybe they have a hunch where the meat is…and maybe it's time to move too. I love Hillary, was a supporter, but I think we need to be honest here…we're blowing a chance and this only gets McSame elected! I think Hill should give Obama a call and say, "take me as vice and i'll drop out" and let's end this thing…I mean, with all the hoopla about PA, only net 9 or 10 delegates!

Kate   May 1st, 2008 7:51 am ET

PA voters stood their ground, I didn't realize the Presidency
had an internship program for learning how to debate and be
an effective leader. Why won't Obama face Hillary? What is
he so terribly afraid , of? Oh, the truth, Bye-Bye, Obama, maybe in
8 years, he will be prepared to take the heat and the
criticism…take care and brush up on your skills..

A GEORGIA MAMA THAT LOVES OBAMA!!!!   May 1st, 2008 7:51 am ET

Thank you Mr. Andrew! My sentiments exactly!

And by the way Rev. Wright! Shut your face! Nobody wants to see you, and this campaign is NOT ABOUT YOU! You just want to take this to the bank! America, if he comes out with a book, PLEASE DON'T BUY IT! Also, please stop booking this moron to speak at public events!

He is a disgrace to black people, and he is lying about black churches and black preachers preaching as he does in the pulpit! He is a lie and the truth is nowhere in it! I am black and from the deep south, and every black church that I have grown up in, preaches a lot more about Jesus and God! I didn't hear Rev. Wright mention God or Jesus once in his soundbites!

Rev. Wright you are a disgrace, and I hope you will be proud of your stupid self, if you are the black crab in a barrel that is responsible for keeping the first man of substance, that is at least half black from being President with your BIG UGLY MOUTH YOU PLAYER HATER CLOWN! KEEP MY BABY BARACK'S NAME OUT OF YOUR MOUTH!!

And Clinton, don't even think about trying to capitilze further on this! You just need to bow out gracefully, and stop dividing our party! I will NOT BE VOTING FOR YOU!

OBAMA FOR PRESIDENT! YES WE CAN AND YES WE WILL! 2008

Kathryn Irby - Metairie, LA   May 1st, 2008 7:51 am ET

Good!

tom   May 1st, 2008 7:51 am ET

thank you a way to go
obama 08

KC   May 1st, 2008 7:52 am ET

This means that Obama is the right candidate and we all know it .

I still wonder what Clinton's family forgot in the White house that they want to go and take.

This is the time for CHANGE.

checago Bright   May 1st, 2008 7:52 am ET

Great! Welcome on aboard. The change message is touching lives.

dmw   May 1st, 2008 7:52 am ET

Just like the Democrats, they always back the loser. However, I know some in the Democratic party are nervous and they do not want to allow Hillary the possiblity of beating Obama. This will make the Democratic party look foolish as they usually do, if the best person for the jobm Hillary, gets the nomination.

There is no way Obama will be President. It's too late. We all know that Obama agrees with Rev. Wright and his black liberation, why else would you stay in that church for 20 years. Either Obama is a typical politician or he lied about being a regular church goer, which means he is a liar. Either way, I'll never vote for him. He is not the best qualified for this job.

Heavy the D -Dallas   May 1st, 2008 7:52 am ET

it's about time and that time has come for super delegates to act in order to put democratic party together for Nov. Thanks

jj   May 1st, 2008 7:52 am ET

Also, take a good look at the poll of polls, Obama will not win in Nov. Do you really want to lose then???

Peg   May 1st, 2008 7:52 am ET

Glad there are supers who still know which one is the best candidate for our country. Thanks! It took courage for you to change camps.

Elisabeth   May 1st, 2008 7:52 am ET

Oddball

ITS NOT 3AM EVERYONE PLS WAKE UP!!!!   May 1st, 2008 7:52 am ET

YEAH, THERE ARE STILL PEOPLE OUT THERE WITH COMMON SENSE.

WHEN BILL BETRAYED THE OVAL OFFICE WITH HIS ADULTEROUS ACT, EVEN CONFESSING IT AND GOING THROUGH IMPEACHMENT, AMERICA FORGAVE HIM. HILARY HAS TOLD LIES WITH HER OWN MOUTH AND WILL SYA ANYTHING TO GET ELECTED, YET AMERICA FORGAVE HER.

OBAMA'S FORMER PASTOR HAS SAID SOMETHING WE KNOW HE DOES NOT BELEIVE, YET WE CRCUCIFY HIM?? DOUBLE STANDARDS.

THANK YOU SIR, WELCOME ABOARD, YOU GIVE ME A REASON TO BELEIVE THE CLINTON CAMP IS PHONY!!!!!

OBAMA 2008

HeyObamaYouRock   May 1st, 2008 7:52 am ET

AN IMPORTANT MESSAGE TO DEMOCRATIC SUPER DELIGATES..
Every super delegate who endorsed Mrs.Hillary Clinton before knowing the actual truth about her, are forgiven and given a last chance to change their minds before its too late.

Dee   May 1st, 2008 7:52 am ET

Finally! If Clinton was the best person to lead our country, then there wouldn't be a young, bi-racial man, with the funny name in the lead. Our country is about the Will of the American people.

The 'Will' has spoken! Obama 08!

Katy Hill Prescott, Az.   May 1st, 2008 7:52 am ET

It is really sad that folks can't see Clinton is playing to their fears and promoting a racial divide. She appeals to the uneducated, ignorant biggots, those who remember "the Clinton years" in a world that has drastically changed from that time. YOU CAN"T GO BACK FOLKS!!!@!

connie   May 1st, 2008 7:53 am ET

Its about time someone had enough guts to take a stand like this!
Obama 08

Shawna   May 1st, 2008 7:53 am ET

Wose losing ground now? Oce upon a time the Clinton camp said none of their backers were telling her to get out of the race, now several formal backers are not only telling her to get out of the race their jumping ship…the time has come for her to realize that despite tearing Obama down, pushing innuendo, and peddling fear, Obama has lost two or three points and a handful of Clinton supporters. As Obama has said those who support him continue to support him, and those who don't will continue to look for a reason. The economy, women's rights and the failed policies of the Bush Admin. will sway the rest.

Randy, VA   May 1st, 2008 7:53 am ET

He should of waited until after Obama's wifes interview on 360 before he switched. Obama's wife is is rude and nasty. And thoses are her better points. She insulted the young lady who interviewed her and she interviewed her with kidd gloves. Even having Caroline Kennedy as a chaperon didn't help. Can you imagine her as first lady? What was Obama thinking allowing her to be interviewed. With this move alone one must question his judgement. Obama presidency would distroy America and set the Democratic party back 100 years. Wake up Democrates.

Angry White Man   May 1st, 2008 7:53 am ET

WHEEEEWEEEEE!!!

They are coming in droves now!!! We got to end this thing once and for all!!

Ashaki   May 1st, 2008 7:54 am ET

The tide is turning. Can you feel it?

NObama   May 1st, 2008 7:54 am ET

another Bill Richardson… I wish you guys had a spine!

Democrats! quit trying to wrap things up quickly so you can take your posh summer holiday…

Dukakis = Gore = Kerry = Obama = all decent guys…

but all losers! The Reagan Democrats don't vote for these types, and we'll have another republican in the White House this January!

Shakir Khan   May 1st, 2008 7:54 am ET

It is happening now!
The Americans and the peoples world over are looking forwars to an OBAMA presidency in 2009.

GO OBAMA!

berksdan   May 1st, 2008 7:54 am ET

This is huge news and a portent of more to come I'm sure.

Andrews is a party leader with close Clinton ties, who endorsed Sen Clinton early in the process.

Watching the campaign play out has convinced him that Sen Obama is the better candidate.

I especially love his comment that the switch was NOT solicited by the Obama campaign.

The superdelegates are not stupid, and are not being taken in by the political shenanigans of the Clinton campaign.

Maybe the Democratic Party process for nomination is not as flawed as we all thought?

R.N. NC   May 1st, 2008 7:54 am ET

I am not with you on this one. Country first party second. If not Hillary, I am voting for McCain.

Family in Missouri   May 1st, 2008 7:54 am ET

YES-WE-CAN !

What a great way to start the day ! Obama is fighting Hillary Clinton, Bill Clinton, their negative campaigning, McCain, the right-wing media (Fix News), Rev. Wright and the notion that the color of his skin 'may' be an issue. Hillary Clinton is being treated with respect at the same time by Obama, she is applauded for being a 'female candidate' and McCain and the Republicans simply ignore her not to give her negative press - the media at the same time gives her too much credit simply for her last name. But Obama fights on ! We fight on !

OBAMA'08

Dan   May 1st, 2008 7:55 am ET

Interesting that people who worked in the previous Clinton administration are moving to Obama. Wonder what they know?

DC Insider   May 1st, 2008 7:55 am ET

The problem with this delegate change is that Andrew came to this decision 5-6 weeks ago and Obama and Andrew secretly agreed to keep it on hold until he really needed a boost — this is just more deception and double speak by Obama and his campaign.

On Wright, Obama needed to come clean 7 years ago; he didn't. Instead he appointed Wright as his spiritual leader for his campaign AFTER Wright had delivered all of his hate speec about 9-11 and the US being terrorists - which we now know was NOT just random rants but rather part of a hateful spiteful anti white anti america black minister. Obama has demonstrated for all to see that his judgement is IMPAIRED and that he cannot act deciseively or expeditiously when he needs to. These are NOT the traits we want in our president. Senator Cinton first; Senator McCain second; and Obama needs to go back to work in the senate for 4-8 years and then, MAYBE, he will be ready. But right now, Obama is not experieinced, and has NO record of political achievement that merits him taking the highest office in the land. If Obama gets the nomination, the Republicans get the White House — and it will not be really close either. Wake up DNC

Brian   May 1st, 2008 7:56 am ET

Take note Indiana. Do what's best for our country!

Bitter in Texas   May 1st, 2008 7:56 am ET

I agree…..it's time for this to come to an end. I have lost all respect for the Clintons….let the fat lady sing and let's get on with defeating McSame. Thanks for your support!
Obama 08

carolinas   May 1st, 2008 7:56 am ET

Wise decision Andrew. I am very proud of America.

OBAMA 2008

PA   May 1st, 2008 7:56 am ET

Obama has shown great strengthen this week.. The Rev. Wright thing is dead and buried for me and a lot of people. It has nothing to do my life and how I can pay my ever-rising bills, so please stop reporting it!! I do agree with Mr. Andrews though that it was another example of how Obama performs well under pressure.

The gas tax is a BIG ISSUE to me!! It reminds me once again how Hillary acted during the health care reform attempt in the 1990's. She did not take the advice of experts then and she failed at doing ANYTHING TO HELP AMERICANS. Once again, every expert is saying that her gas plan WILL NOT WORK and she is still saying it is worth trying. Well she tried her way with health care and I am STILL WAITING FOR HELP WITH HEALTH CARE!!!!!!!!!!

GOOD JOD MR. ANDREWS!!!!!! OBAMA 2008!!

Peter   May 1st, 2008 7:56 am ET

this issue, Obamas good handling of the Wright issue and the gas-tax issue, could give Obama som positive momentum towards tuesday.

The gas-tax proposed by Clinton and Mccain is getting a lot of critic from major democratic politicians such as Steny Hoyer and several well knowned economists.

Debbie   May 1st, 2008 7:56 am ET

Seems many leave the Clinton camp but none seem to leave the Obama camp. Interesting if ya ask me.

Renee St.Louis   May 1st, 2008 7:57 am ET

He is rightI Plain and simple most of the Clinton SDs' aligned themselves with Clinton a long time ago. When thought no one else stood a chance.
Barack has proven himself to be a once in a lifetime leader and we need to be on board.

Also people we must remember that in the end God will decide this election. B/c what God ordain he will maintain. So what I am saying if it is for Barack or Hillary not one person can take it away. It's all about season and timing.

Obama 08

David   May 1st, 2008 7:57 am ET

No matter what D's say about R's atleast we do not have Supers that can over rule the vote of the people. That is what you have with the DNC. No matter how you slice it if the party bosses think that the voter got it wrong they will change it to what they want.

I hope you like your party where no matter what state you live in if you do not vote the way the party bosses want it will be overturned.

Way to go DNC!!!

Canadian Cate   May 1st, 2008 7:57 am ET

Another opportunist - the more I see of this the more I'm convinced that the U.S. is doomed to another failed presidency - good luck and CAREFUL WHAT YOU ALL WISH FOR!

Lande Sanusi - Chicago, IL   May 1st, 2008 7:57 am ET

Chairman Andrew is right. This "fight" is not good for the democratic party and not good for America. We need to wrap it up now! Other superdelegates should follow suit and pick a nominee promptly.

Dave   May 1st, 2008 7:57 am ET

This is huge for Obama. With his poll numbers slipping due to Hillary courting the "Stupid" vote, this will send a clear message to the other superdelegates as to the integrity of the Clintons.

chris in chicago   May 1st, 2008 7:57 am ET

hooray for obama!

Andrew B   May 1st, 2008 7:57 am ET

Yeah! Obama 08!! CNN has to start reporting REAL news - such as the fact that over 4000 US soldiers died in Iraq, rather than focus on non-issues such as Jeremiah Wright in a misbegotten belief that it increases their revenue.

William   May 1st, 2008 7:57 am ET

I agree with Joe Andrew. Obama handled Wright and gax tax very well. It shows that Obama is the right choice for USA.
Go Obama!

Steve - Philadelphia   May 1st, 2008 7:58 am ET

Awesome! The list grows daily!

carol in MA   May 1st, 2008 7:58 am ET

Thank you Mr. Andrew for support the voters this early on. That shows that you thinking of the American people are are very patriotic.

I realize that you will be called all sort of names for jumping ship but in my eyes, we must do everything possible to unite the party for the good of the country.

I wish that more SD are as brave as you are and help stop this madness before they help hand the key of the WH to the republicans.

Once again on behalf of American people everywhere I want to say a big THANK YOU!!!!!

Patty   May 1st, 2008 7:58 am ET

That is definitly not a good reason. Wonder what's going on with what he will reap from that endorsement. I cannot imagine that switching is good for the country. It is very obvious that Senator Clinton is looking out for our country. Obama's behavior with the Rev Wright situation should tell what is going on with him and what he believes and that is not good for our country.

carmen   May 1st, 2008 7:58 am ET

Mr. Andrew is a true American! No more old politics, no more of old Washington, it is time to act, America needs it now more than ever!

MJ   May 1st, 2008 7:59 am ET

Obama now looks like a lost puppies who has to have Mommie Michelle by his side to protect him.

Lawrence   May 1st, 2008 7:59 am ET

WOW!!! Just WOW!!!

I think this is a first for this race. Welcome aboard Mr. Andrews.

Mike   May 1st, 2008 8:00 am ET

NObamas people are desperate, (knowing that Hillary is gaining momentum).

How long were you on the telephone crying NObama?

GO Hillary!!!

Ostriches burying our heads in the sand   May 1st, 2008 8:00 am ET

Welcome aboard Joe Andrew…..Another super for Barack!

Unfortunately, the HRC supporters will now come out and brand him a traitor as well!

BR   May 1st, 2008 8:01 am ET

I guess you need to rethink your previous article about Obama losing ground. Picking up a delegate means gaining ground.