May 2, 2008
Posted: 10:00 AM ET

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(CNN) — A new sign a growing numbers of Democratic primary voters may think the campaign season has passed its sell-by date: in a new survey, almost two out of three people think that the marathon campaign is doing the party more harm than good.

In a Gallup poll released Friday, 62 percent of Democrats and Democratic-leaning independents say the fact that both Hillary Clinton and Barack Obama are still battling while the Republican nomination has been settled for weeks is making it less likely that either of them will be able to win in the fall – twice as many as the 30 percent who say the extended primary season is actually helping Democratic odds of re-taking the White House.

In a similar March survey, just over half of Democratic primary voters polled by Gallup – 56 percent — said the lengthy campaign was harming the party.

The Gallup poll of 1,008 Americans was conducted April 25-27, and has a margin of error of plus or minus 4 percentage points.

Filed under: Barack Obama • Democratic primary • Hillary Clinton • Polls


Inks   May 2nd, 2008 12:04 pm ET

outway = Out weight

Ben   May 2nd, 2008 12:04 pm ET

Hillary and McCain have sold out to the Special Interest and PAC groups. You want change end this by voting for Obama.

Venus   May 2nd, 2008 12:03 pm ET

It's Hallary that's hurting the party! She should have stepped to the side a long time ago! And, I can't wait to see her dragged off the stage!

Dan in CO   May 2nd, 2008 12:03 pm ET

So, we've now seen Hillary…

[1] Press for Michigan and Florida to be counted even though she was party to their discounting back when it suited her.

[2] Lament the proportional delegate allocation system of the Democrats and praise the Republican system.

[3] Protest the validity of caucuses, when they seemed to be just fine when they were contributories to her husband's nomination process.

[4] Most recently, push for popular vote consideration, even though that has nothing to do with the procedure in place for determining the nomination.

How many different ways will Hillary attempt to change the rules after the process has started, and how much longer will people continue to entertain and indulge her doing so?

HP Boston   May 2nd, 2008 12:02 pm ET

IOWA May 2nd, 2008 11:49 am ET

Let's start promising to unite behind our party's candidate. No more bickering

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Too late NEVER going to happen.

MILLIONS of us will NEVER vote for Barry whoever he is???

No amount of spin and DNC begging will EVER change that fact.

We are sick to death of having BARRY?OBAMA shoved down our throats!
The disgusting Bots have poisoned him forever, and they vilified Hillary to make him look like a squeaky clean angel is beyond the pale.

They keep trying to stop the race, he has not secured a win, and still they stupidly want to just stop and say here ya are Barry, go be president. NOT!!!!!

Inks   May 2nd, 2008 12:02 pm ET

Like a Vulcan the needs of the Many outway that of the few. Everyone can see that this drawn out process is doing no good for the party. This is why I admire the republicans at least with them this would have been over ages ago. With all their faults when it comes to thinking of the party ahead of individual desires they will decisively (the party leaders) do what needs to be done for the good of the party.

Bridgette   May 2nd, 2008 12:02 pm ET

I think that we probably all should stop listening to the media because they have convinced us that we hate each other. The reality of it is Hilary and Obama are getting blue collar, young, older, black, white , & hispanic. Obama has just gotten more votes. I don't see why the dems just can't do what the Republicans did and just split the MI and FL delegates in half and then split those in half and give each half. That would be fair. But I suspect that Hilary would not agree to that. But that would be the smartest thing too do. The smartest thing to do would have been for the candidates to fight like Hilary is so call fighting now to not have sign that sheet in the first place. But what alot of people don't realize is that atleast in FL it was their Republican contol state government that created this mess by moving it up early. Now that same governor is going around talking letting the people from his state votes count. So democrats don't be fooled about what is really going on here. You have the Republicans trying to pick the Democratic nominee.

You have the operation chaos going on and yes believe it or not it is really going on. There are some idiots out there making a mockery out of once pround, honored, and saccred tradition. Our election process and voting so that they can fix the race and run against who they want to run against. And, you have an idiot like Hilary who can't see what is going on. Most of her votes are not real. You really have alot of Republicans voting for her that have no intentions in the fall. So Democrats don't be fooled by all of this mess that is going on right now.

Vig   May 2nd, 2008 12:02 pm ET

Whining, wimpies. This is not "hurting" the party. If anything, every citizen in every state now has a voice. When was the last time you saw that happen? Indiana is now important, just as Pennyslvania was important. What's with these Democrates? Show show resolve.

Bill from Vancouver, Canada   May 2nd, 2008 12:02 pm ET

In Canada we have a novel way of voting. You should try it. Its called Democracy. There are two basic rules to it. You can't switch the provinces (States) that are voting after the voting has started and once the rules are known, and get this, the candidate with the most votes at the end of the voting WINS.
I believe, last century, you worked it that way as well but some how it got off the tracks.
You should try it again. It works, eh !!!!!!

masgap   May 2nd, 2008 12:01 pm ET

Obama started out strong - just like a new rock star. Then America

began to see and learn more of him. His momemtum is starting to

fade. A close victory in NC by Obama will be a victory for Hillary. She

will win in IN Now superdelegates must decide. Go with a delegate

count that would change in all probability or someone who will win

solve this countries problem. After all said and done if Hillary gets the

popular vote, which is very realistic, she should be the nominee.

RanDe   May 2nd, 2008 12:01 pm ET

The drawn out process has exposed Obamas negitives to be out there now and not in Sept, Oct, Hillarys campaiging like the future of the country is at state and she right. I sure hope america doent have to go through all of the disspointment of another 4 years of nothig postive getting done that will happen with Obama. Obama change message as wonderful as it sounds will only lead to him tring to change how things work while nothing get done. Even McCain will get more things done than Obama

Concerned Citizen   May 2nd, 2008 11:59 am ET

wikpeidia is a user submitted website. if you would like me to i will go write how dennis kucinich is the front runner. then you can go change that to somehow make bill clinton the front runner. you guys are dumb citing wikpeidia. my 11 year old cousin knows this.

A CANUCK   May 2nd, 2008 11:59 am ET

If Hillary doesn't win ——- Billyboy is in big trouble——- He will be blamed because of his "behavior" —–past and present !!
What a pitiful pair. The deserve each other.

dave   May 2nd, 2008 11:59 am ET

If viabilty of one campaign is solely based on the potential of destroying the reputation of the other, you bet the race is hurting the party. But, to ask Hillary to stop is to ask God, at least that's what they think. They have this sense of God-given entitlement. We voters and dems can only pray, pray for them to have residual sense of common good for the party and the nation. Well, I guess I am a dreamer.

Dem in CA   May 2nd, 2008 11:58 am ET

Hillary supporters here need to look at reality - she has ALREADY lost. She needs to win EVERYTHING else by about 70 percent margins to even catch up - won't happen. It's over. Obama won quite a while ago. Rather than slamming Obama supporters (AKA realists) for pointing it out, because CNN won't, just suck it up and move on.

david   May 2nd, 2008 11:58 am ET

Lisa,
are saying that 2/3 of the democratic members are Obama's supporters?
If yes, he should be the nominee then. Don't you think?

CW in DC   May 2nd, 2008 11:58 am ET

As an Obama supporter, this conclusion has dawned on me with a big… DUH!

If any of you have watched elections in other countries where they literally fight in the streets with each other - how are we any better than these people who felt so strongly with their support for the other candidate that they were willing to brandish weapons and show violence.

I think I'll take a pledge to at least take my comments and views down a notch.

To the Clinton supporters - I offer my sincerest apologies to any and all I have offended with my comments.

Olivia   May 2nd, 2008 11:57 am ET

This democratic race is not hurting the party by going on so long, it's just running its natural course.
It may hurt some of the networks who are blatantly showing biased reporting by their people.
It may show which groups "stick together" to vote, ignoring the real issues.
It puts the spotlight on many many senators, representatives, superdelegates, govs and mayors…..to be seen by their supporters who may or may not continue to support them in the future…and for sure all the former dnc chairs are trying to get a little bit of the attention.

Call all this boring? I haven't had so much fun in a long time!

Tyler in Raleigh, NC   May 2nd, 2008 11:57 am ET

I went from Obama (Whom I will vote for in the primary) to undecided again. Clinton has me disgusted and I could NEVER vote for her.

But now I am tired or listening to all of the Democrats, so I think I am back to 3rd party again…. better to keep throwing away my vote than to hold my nose and vote for the least stinky candidate.

Thierry   May 2nd, 2008 11:57 am ET

It's hurting the party big time. While the democrats are fighting for the nomination, Mcain is getting a free ride. If Hillary was in a position that Obama is in right now, the race would've been over for long time. My point is that there are many democrats who can't stand the fact that BO is winning and will eventually become the nominee. Get over it, and ask Clinton to bow out before it's too late.

Look byond   May 2nd, 2008 11:57 am ET

WELL, IF THEY FEEL THAT WAY, WHAT THE HELL IS KEEPING THEM TO END THIS MADNESS.

SO PLEASE DEMS, IF YOU CAN'T ACT NOW THEN, SHUUUUT-UP

udjo, Eseroghene Franklin   May 2nd, 2008 11:56 am ET

It is frustrating that a nominee for the democratic party have not yet emerged. This situation is damaging the party considering Sen Hillary´s campaign attitudes. It is high time Americans wrap it up for Sen Barack Obama come Tuesday's Polls in North carolina and Indianna. I hope that Obama will land "sucker punch" on Hilary in the two states.

Ese
writes from Vienna

PJ Independent, New York   May 2nd, 2008 11:55 am ET

CNN, post my comment already!

Your comment is awaiting moderation.
I don't understand how all of you MORONS can continue to say the race is over????? Neither one of these candidates can win the nomination without the Super Delegates!! Oh my God, you Obama supporter's are just unbelievable, you really are! What about Michigan and Florida, two crucial states in a general election…. lot's of angry and 'bitter' voter's in these two states who want their votes to count, yet Obama is keeping their voices from being heard by hiring lawyers to block any kind of revote. Obama knows Hillary would win BIG in these states if there were revotes.

Again, I just don't understand how all of you bleeding heart liberal Obama-maniacs can say the race is over. The Super Delegates are part of the process! Like I've said over and over again, Obama can not win without the Super Delegates, neither can Clinton. Which is why she keeps saying, let's play this to the end. If Hillary Clinton wins in Indiana, comes close in North Carolina, this will only give her even more momentum, then she'll win just about all of the remaining states left, most likely giving her a big lead in the popular vote.

Hillary Clinton is gaining a HUGE amount of momentum right now and if she wins Indiana and comes close in North Carolina, she'll gain even MORE momentum. If the Super Delegates continue throwing support to Obama, they will lose HUGELY in the general election. McCain will win by the biggest landslide in US history, should Obama win the DEM nomination.

Shannon Wadding   May 2nd, 2008 11:54 am ET

All I know about this coming election is that people will still be devided because of the democratic in-fighting. The super delegates will vote, whether for or against the will of the people, in which case America may see a political uprising against the US government.

We are reaping Karma for what our government has sown.

HP Boston   May 2nd, 2008 11:53 am ET

I am sure my not for Obama Posts will be deleted by the moderator.
So I will post a good one:

Senator Obama and family go to church. That must make them happy and god is happy and pastor Wright is happy!

Sharon   May 2nd, 2008 11:53 am ET

Hillary's gas tax savings plan just shows you what kind of policies she would have in the white house. It is dumb, and it is dumb to say Barack is out of touch. He seems to be the only one that has told the American people how little the government would be giving us for 3 months. Come on Hillary supporters, see what you will have, think, think instead of voting for her because she is a woman. This woman has a lot of skeletons in her closet, that needs to be addressed by the media. Such as the Paul incident, White Water coverup and who are the clintons getting their money from and what for. Could it be for favors. her Health care plan only supports the Insurance companies, remember she said 4 or 5 companies would oversee the Universal Health care plan. Another blow big by Hillary. She gets more money from Insurance companies than anyone. Voters need to read the issues about her. her background does is much larger than the media portrays.

Finnegan   May 2nd, 2008 11:53 am ET

Clinton says that if you think it's hurting the party you aren't paying attention. All 66% of you aren't paying attention…

Rob   May 2nd, 2008 11:52 am ET

Of course it's hurting the Dems. The media is having a field day with this. If the situation were reversed and Obama was in the position Clinton is this would have been over in February. The media is completely responsible for keeping the Clintons alive.

Theresa   May 2nd, 2008 11:52 am ET

I'm glad it's drawn out—it'll make for a stronger candidate.Maybe some questions will be answered.

I'm wondering about Obama's plans for Chicago.The weekends in Chicago are leaving bodies,families destroyed.This has been going strong for at least a year.What is he doing for the great state of Illinois?

dave   May 2nd, 2008 11:52 am ET

It's impossible to stop the race when she obviously lacks the character to do the right thing. Her candidacy is about her, not democrats, nor the nation. She is destroying the hope of democrats and she does not care.

lisa   May 2nd, 2008 11:52 am ET

I will vote for anybody, other than Clinton, even for the 10th term for Bush since this country lost respect in the world and is doomed for disaster anyway.

Leo from NV   May 2nd, 2008 11:51 am ET

Not letting the voices of people in FL in MI is and will hurt the party. Simple and true. Let their voices be heard…oh and the voice of Rev. Write also, LOL.

TJ from Detroit   May 2nd, 2008 11:50 am ET

Don't blame Clinton if Obama is losing ground because people are getting the chance to learn more. If the DNC doesn't want the primaries to last this long then they should change the rules to have all states hold primaries by end of April. Otherwise, let all the people vote and have their vote matter.

Hillary is not giving anything to the republicans that they won't do on their own. This is nothing compared to what the republicans will do. So stop blaming Hillary for doing what people do in elections.

One last thing, people should stop acting like Obama is ahead by a landslide. The country is clearly divided right down the middle about who it wants.

Paul vs Clinton   May 2nd, 2008 11:50 am ET

PAUL V. CLINTON

Bobby tray   May 2nd, 2008 11:50 am ET

It is NOT helping. I would it was IF they were talking about issues, but Senator is not and the media is not. Let it end, let it end

Dr Detroit   May 2nd, 2008 11:50 am ET

I personally think it's time for Sen. Obama to come at Sen. Clinton hard. He should pull out Peter Paul, Stan Lee, Paula Jones, Travelgate, and everything else in these last 96 hours before the polls open. He should handle her like a back street ho' and use the back of his political "P!mp Hand" to handle his business properly. After he spanks her next week, he needs to tell her “Don’t hate the player, hate the game”! Peace out!

Obama '08′

Angel for Obama   May 2nd, 2008 11:49 am ET

This Poll is pretty much true I do feel that this contest is hurting that party for the general election whoever the nominee is. It's been a pretty neg primary seaosn with both dem candiates Clinton more attacking each other as if one of was usuing republican tactics. I feel there shouldn't be so much attacking going on cause the Republicans could be having a field day with this and try to make Mcain stronger. I just think the attacking of both Dem candiates needs to stop so we can have a change. Other wise more dems and indep leaning dems with cont to feel neg about the outcome for the general election. With that said "Obama 08 enough said. "

OBAMA SUPPORTER IN IOWA   May 2nd, 2008 11:49 am ET

Let's start promising to unite behind our party's candidate. No more bickering.

HP Boston   May 2nd, 2008 11:47 am ET

Total BS we need MORE time to vet the wannabe Obama. Who is this guy??, can we not tell you how shocked we are that for 20 years he went to a BLACK church!
I never even heard of a black church.
I never knew there was so much hate and anti american rhetoric being preached to families on SUNDAY!
I never will vote for such a man who has caused his supporters to call ME A RASICT! I think not., IT is Wright and Obama who play the race card, Obama just lies about it, HIS CRAZY UNCLE WRIGHT CALLED HIM ON IT!!!

hej   May 2nd, 2008 11:46 am ET

Let's see if I have this straight: the Democrats schedule state primaries to occur from the first days of January clear into June, penalizing states who elect to move their contests up, and now groan about how long the process is taking???? Why in the world did they feel that nearly HALF THE YEAR should be spent on this process anyway - no one had the foresight to worry that things would drag on? Ridiculous - the Dems really are their own worst enemy.

LOU   May 2nd, 2008 11:46 am ET

Your comment is awaiting moderation.
Let the people vote and then count the votes….that's a democracy. What will hurt the party more will be to have an illegitimate candidate.
Disenfranchising voters is not the way to go. STOP BLAMING HILLARY. She is the best candidate in the opinion of at least half the country and she has the popular vote if you count ALL the votes casted. If Hillary is forced out or if she drops out will leave only McCain as a viable candidate. We are doomed in November if Obama is selected… He will not be elected maybe selected like W.

king   May 2nd, 2008 11:46 am ET

Hillary has the credential, Obama has the essential, McCain has the potential.

Dan in CO   May 2nd, 2008 11:45 am ET

""If this is damaging the Democratic party why
doesn't the DNC require that the superdelegates endorse by May 15th?""

They can't "require"…they can only "plead" and "encourage".

Concerned Canadian   May 2nd, 2008 11:45 am ET

The best thing for the Democratic Party to do is not to rush to get their nominee confirmed for the campaign for President. If either Democratic candidate is forced to " drop out" it will only divide the party and leave its supporters disenfranchised. And if this happens, the Dems will surely lose their bid for the White House.

The Democratic candidate that runs versus McCain must have all the Democrats satisfied that every possible means and time was used in determining who the Democratic nominee should be. Without this, there will be no unity. This is less risky than being too hasty in nominating the Democratic candidate for President prematurely.

Ron R   May 2nd, 2008 11:44 am ET

It's unfortunate that the media plays a much larger roll in deciding who will be our next president than any of us. I've stated before that this is now, and has been for awhile a made for TV election process. What a country!!!!

Vince - Phoenix   May 2nd, 2008 11:44 am ET

WAYNE….

Excellent, well thought out case.

One of the more rational posts regarding a person's candidate!

dmw   May 2nd, 2008 11:43 am ET

I laugh because this is a contest and it should go until it is completed. The Democratic Party are a bunch of whiners. It is hurting the party because you all insist on forcing an unqualified person down our throats and the democrats are not very democratic. Go figure.

The Democrats will lose in November not because the contest has continued nor that Hillary is being negative (that is all of the liberals excuse). They will lose because they are putting forth a nominee, Obama, who has no experience, can not finish a complete thought, has no concrete ideas, except the ones he stole from Hillary, has racists friends, does not understand middle America, is the most liberal Senator, is arrogant, and is a whiner.

Most Democrats want to end the race because they know Obama has been exposed and they are trying to save him. Too late!

NC voter   May 2nd, 2008 11:43 am ET

It's neither Obama or Clinton doing this, it's the DNC's fault. They should've worked out a compromise rather than disenfranchising MI and FL voters . Then this nomination woudl've been locked up long ago. But instead they figured with the horrible record of GW Bush that they had the election locked up. Now it looks like they're throwing the race right into the Republicans' lap just like in 2000. By constantly trying to rewrite the rules during the Florida recount process they shot themselves in the foot.

TM in Sacramento   May 2nd, 2008 11:43 am ET

Let's just wrap this up and come together soon. As a former Hillary supporter, I am sorry that is hasn't turned out the way she expected. I think she truly believes and has convinced many people she is the best person to lead this country. I would hope that someone close to her, a true friend, could explain the bigger picture. Just because you have many desirable personal qualifications and experiences doesn't mean you deserve the job. Life isn't fair. One of the things we've learned about voting for president is that no matter the qualifications (Gore, Kerry), voters at large want to be inspired - the energy created by that carries forward the policies and programs. Obama is a thoughtful person with good judgement, tolerance, patience, and intelligence. I hope people will take a deep breath, put their personal attachments and judgements aside, and look for the good in him - there's a lot there.

Dan in CO   May 2nd, 2008 11:43 am ET

""Have you notice the only people that are saying it's hurting the party is Obama's supporters?""

So what you're saying then is that 2 out of 3 Dems are Obama supporters?!?

Cool!

yvonne   May 2nd, 2008 11:43 am ET

If this race for the nomination wasn't as nasty as it has been. things could have been a lot different. The country loves both of these candidates. If only they could have been nicer to each other and teamed up in the end. We would have had a powerhouse in the White House

Lonnie just telling the truth   May 2nd, 2008 11:43 am ET

Davis Blumberg said McCain and Clintons gas plan is the dumbest thing he's ever heard of! Now that's coming from somebody nobody will dispute knows what he's talking about. Anybody noticed Hilary's latest Botox treatment? One day she looks like a woman of bearly 50. The day she looks about 85 by the face. Deception at its worst. By the way, anyone heard what's going on with Paul vs Clintons fraud case?

Rosalynd Florida   May 2nd, 2008 11:42 am ET

For those wishful thinkers who pretend Hillary may somehow be able to steal the nomination (because she can not win it), forget about it!. This race is over and the only reason Hillary has not got the boot is the Cable news media crave ratings . The media and the Superdelegates know this over. The math is against Hill and nothing will change that.

Tee   May 2nd, 2008 11:41 am ET

Well said Wayne. The media is the one that injected race into this election with the clintons signing off on it. How else could HRC compete. She under-estimated Obama and the american people.
very out of touch with what the american people need and want.

Sonia   May 2nd, 2008 11:41 am ET

The FAT LADY has sung. Time for FAT HILL to get out (of site).

dede-ol   May 2nd, 2008 11:41 am ET

the clintons have been piling dirt on obama while a case like the one in california paul v clinton(google) if you can its a case that the republicans are gonna have a steak dinner with in case clinton is the nominee, this need to be checked out

Jeremy   May 2nd, 2008 11:41 am ET

Lets be honest here… The only way Hillary can get the nomination is if she gets the super-delegates to override the pledged delegates. If this happens, the democratic party may lose the African American vote for 30 years because they will feel that a bunch of white stuffy men have disregarded the will of the people. If Hillary does win, it will be awful for the party. And I doubt someone of her intellect has missed this truism. Her ego is so enormous that she is essentially willing to sabotage the party to win. I hope the super-delegates treat her treachery accordingly.

Jim in AZ   May 2nd, 2008 11:41 am ET

This is what our political process is all about it should go all the way to the convention every election .Party conventions have just turned into tax payer funded side shows with no meanings as of late. Let us not forget that Ron Paul has not drop out of the Rep. race so will be represented at his parties convention.If superdelagates overturn the will of the popular vote of the primary voters of the dem. canidates then I truly believe our democratic process here in our country is dead .

Erika   May 2nd, 2008 11:40 am ET

I am an independent in NY and had to register democrat in order to vote in the primary. I voted for Obama because by primary time Clnton had proven to me that she would do anything to win and lacked the decency that the oval office so desperately needs restored. Prior to her negative campaign tactics I believed in her and supported her. The more this plays out the worse it is for everyone. If Clinton wins the nomination I will stay home on election day. As far as I'm concerned the pandering to special interests and damage will be the same whether it's McCain or Clinton.

D   May 2nd, 2008 11:40 am ET

Lisa, you are delusional - Clinton hurts the party by staying in a race she CANNOT win, stirring unnecessary controvercy and division.

Jenny   May 2nd, 2008 11:39 am ET

Sorry but, Hillary is untrustworthy and thus unelectable.

How can you elect a person for president who go against the experts and who lies to the American people all the time?

How can you elect Hillary who has lied about her experience?

How can you trust her? She stayed with Bill after he had many many affairs, only for her own politial gains. What will she do to this country when she won't listen to the experts now?

She scares the hell out of me.

Natalie Shepherd   May 2nd, 2008 11:39 am ET

This drawn out process has allowed Clinton too much time to distort and manipulate the process. I can't even watch CNN anymore, sorry guys. Clinton can't beat Obama on important issues. She doesn't hold a candle to Obama as far as personality, character and integrity. But she is ruthless and likes to play dirty. I don't know why that doesn't bother her supporters. She is also a hypocrite. I also don't know why that doesn't bother her supporters. Her years in the White House are filled with scandals. We all saw a picture of Rev. Wright with hubby Bill at a prayer breakfast at the White House and hubby Bill praised Farrakhan in the past (and so did Rendell). Why isn't she being held to the same standard? And the bottom line is that all these people that the candidates know peripherally are not the ones running for office. How stupid of an electorate are we?

Viet Nam Vet   May 2nd, 2008 11:39 am ET

It's been said that neither cantidate will not garner enough votes for the nomination in the remaining primaries. The superdelegates will
decide it ultimately. If this is damaging the Democratic party why
doesn't the DNC require that the superdelegates endorse by May 15th?Surely they must have an ideawho will be the best president and the most likely to win over McCain. Get on with it!

John in PA   May 2nd, 2008 11:39 am ET

Obomabots aren't upset that Hillary is still running, they are upset that she keeps WINNING! Get used to losing Obamabots, it's all you are going to do from now until November, including the GE, if you get there.

Dennis in Oregon   May 2nd, 2008 11:38 am ET

The damage to the party and to the country are becoming obvious. I'm not surprised that Hillary will fight to the bitter end, but the voters need to bring the race out of its deep sleep. Hillary's campaign has been as nasty and sneaky as anything Bush did. She doesn't care about us and Bill just wants to resume the playboy role in the White House. Indiana and North Carolina can put Hillary out of her misery. Please do!

Nicole in NE   May 2nd, 2008 11:38 am ET

It's true, especially from seeing these blogs. If you truly want a change in this country - you are going to have to swallow your pride. We can't be childish about all of this. If Obama isn't the nominee I will still vote for Hillary.

I for one DO NOT want to see this country going down the same path it is going now, for my children and my grandchildren after them!

Things HAVE to change and sorry, McCain does NOT offer that. WAKE UP PEOPLE.

VOTE DEMOCRAT!

Dottie M   May 2nd, 2008 11:38 am ET

I hope Billary is happy. Welcome John McCain!!!

Cindy   May 2nd, 2008 11:38 am ET

The voters don't seem to get that Hillary is killing the party, but the Superdelegates seem to. Yet they are still afraid to endorse.

Their delay has hurt the party as well. People fret at Obama for not denouncing his pastor earlier. But he did it. Now it's time for the Superdelegates to do the same. I mean, it's kinda late, but they need to do it before more damage is done. It may already be too late, the damage may cost them the election in November. Republicans are dancing in the streets.

Honest Abe   May 2nd, 2008 11:37 am ET

Couldn't have explained it better myself Wayne! The MEDIA is responsible for this! Look at what they are trying to do with their "Poll of Polls". Obama is winning in everything except for superdels. He shrinks the lead to less than 20 yet the "Poll of Polls" suggests he's losing support! Honestly, I haven't seen a journalist in a long time that hasn't lost their morals. It's pathetic. The baggage that McSame and Clinton bring to the table is unbelievable (yet the media says nothing), Obamas baggage is 'rev. wright' (WHAT?) and they attack this to no end! THIS IS EXACTLY WHY WE NEED CHANGE!

I'M HONEST ABE AND I APPROVE THIS MESSAGE!

OBAMAMABO !!!!!!!!

OBAMA 08′

maxine Shinefield   May 2nd, 2008 11:37 am ET

The race is not over, let the people vote.
This is not a race, it is a marathon and may the best MAN or WOMAN win.

Hillary will prevail in the long run and Obama will be asking himself, "How could Uncle Jeremiah do this to me?" He is losing support nationally and now voters are questioning his judgment.

thanks Lisa   May 2nd, 2008 11:37 am ET

Well Lisa, the headline of the story clearly states that two-thirds of democrats think that it is hurting the party. I guess if two-third of democrats are Obama supporters then she should probably quit. Good point Lisa!!

OR for Obama   May 2nd, 2008 11:37 am ET

Lisa, not true. I have read many Hillary supporters say she is hurting the party,

Amber   May 2nd, 2008 11:37 am ET

Its funny how Americans don't understand politics and elections. Reading these comments, its obvious….stick to your day jobs people….you really don't know anything about the political process. The only reason you think a prolonged primary season is hurting the party is because you hear the PRESS & MEDIA saying it.

Truth is….its not. Its good for us. We're finally being "democratic" to a larger extent than we have been before….by letting EVERYONE in all 50 STATES have their voices heard.

Susan   May 2nd, 2008 11:37 am ET

Let the Democratic process work. Even the superdelegates have time to think about their vote. Hurry, hurry, hurry is NOT always right!

Tanya Kujath   May 2nd, 2008 11:36 am ET

The only thing harming the party would be all of the immature people who say they will vote for McCain if thier personal choice is not the nominee! A true registered Democrate will vote Democrat no matter who the nominee may be. Clinton is my first choice, but if it be Obama then he gets my vote. Anyone who claims to be a Democrat and votes for McCain because they didn't get thier way should just stay home. They will be selfishly hurting this great Country of ours.

Diana New York   May 2nd, 2008 11:35 am ET

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Jan from Illinois   May 2nd, 2008 11:35 am ET

Of course this long drawn out battle is hurting the party and the candidates but what would you all be doing with your time if you weren't busy creating headlines and conducting statistically meaningless polls? Read today's New York Times and do the math-this race would have been over a long time ago if you had not bought in to the Clinton's belief in their supreme right to the White House. Oh and by the way, who is Hillary to condemn anyone for sticking with a flawed mentor? She has,after all, stayed married to one of the great philanderers of our time. Hardly the role model

Iran   May 2nd, 2008 11:34 am ET

Iran filed a complaint with the United Nations over Hillary's OBLITERATION comment. They are livid with her. Now here is the question - do we want a woman who supported a horrible war in bad judgement and who may have started another running this country? Get smart people. And how bout what her advisor said about Indiana citizens? I bet if they knew that she wouldn't get one vote from there. Wish I knew folks in Indiana.

Think before we act   May 2nd, 2008 11:34 am ET

Lets not forgot we are electing a president, not homecoming king, this matters and knowing all we can about who we are voting for matters. Obama has had to deal with one primary since all of the character issues he has faced in the last 5 weeks, why is it not discussed how he would have faired had we known more about him and the people he chose to influence his life before this all started? I find this a good thing, he cannot beat McCain so lets get a candidate who can, or at least wait to make sure all the skeletons are out of the closet before we make our final decision. It is comical to think that had we sewn up the nomination already that having the Republicans force Obama to account for his past would be a better situation than the far friendlier atmosphere he gets to do it in now. Lets think before we act!!!

Gail   May 2nd, 2008 11:34 am ET

If the party is harmed its the Super Delegates fault for letting this continue when for months they have know Obama had a lead she could not over come. This they had had real role they would have ended this in March and the party would have been in better shape.

Hopefully they will end it after May 6,,,,the trend looks like they might.

Chris Portland, OR   May 2nd, 2008 11:34 am ET

This isn't hurting the party at all!! This line is simply a campaign strategy by the Obama camp to try to negate his recent slide. This whole time, McCain is totally out of the media's view, and never gets any press. That's GOOD for Dem's!

Obama: Stop the politics of fear, 'Man up," and play till the clock hits zero.

Jason   May 2nd, 2008 11:32 am ET

It's ridiculous to say that this is all Hillary Clinton's fault. The truth is, neither candidate will have the 2,025 pledged delegates needed to secure the nomination. If she's winning important contests, that doesn't give her or her supporters much incentive to drop out. The Democratic party wants to pick the best candidate for the nomination and if that means a drawn-out battle, then that's what should happen.

Kim , NM   May 2nd, 2008 11:32 am ET

DUH! Ya think??

Obama is our best hope for moving forward. I will probably not vote for McSame, unless vampire Hillary (some put a stake in her–Gore??Edwards??)pulls more divisive crap to stir up the older and blue collar folks. Wake up, people!!! Even if by some stretch of the imagination Clinton actually gets elected, do you think the Republicans are going to let her and her Cabinet accomplish anything? We'll be in for four more years of Congressional gridlock. The Clintons have made a spectacle of themselves in this grab for power. Indiana and SC, shut'em down.

Ric   May 2nd, 2008 11:32 am ET

Racism is when 92% of 1 race votes for someone based on his race, not his qualifications and then calls the others 'racist' for not following along.
Obama = racist church, terrorist endorsements, anti American.
Jews, typical white people will NEVER vote for Obama. Never!!

Theresa in Minneapolis   May 2nd, 2008 11:31 am ET

Well here's a thought… If the uneducated would educate themselves and actually look at the issues and the integrity of the people running perhaps they'd be able to understand what is best and right for this country. Why are we as a nation looking for the uneducated to make a decision that will impact us all and inevitably make our "uneducated" polulation grow? Under current Republican "rule" the average citizen cannot afford college and will not be able to get the loans/financial aid to get that education!

I do not have a college degree but I consider myself highly intelligent. I am able to look and the situation and how each candidate has conducted him or herself. Hillary's followers are largely in part racist.

They throw around racial insults and make a mockery of Obama's middle name. It's fear and it's unjust. THAT is not what this country was founded on.

Hillary and her supportor are destroying the party. I'll vote for the corrupt and pathetically vengeful woman if I have to because I am a democrat and John McCain would be a worse nightmare.

If you don't like Obama it is certianly your call but lets not be racists and narrow minded about it. Hillary is no angel and even her most avid supportors have to be wondering why their own friends are turning their backs on her. Don't you?

Obama 08

Lisa   May 2nd, 2008 11:31 am ET

Have you notice the only people that are saying it's hurting the party is Obama's supporters? They are just mad because they're upset that Hillary is going to get the nomination and Barack is not.

Army Wife   May 2nd, 2008 11:30 am ET

1).Clinton Camp Dedends Gas Plan : She Doesn't Need To Listen To Experts.

2).Bloomberg: Clinton and McCain Gas Plan: Dumbest Thing I've Heard.
(www.huffingtonpost.com)

3).Her Gas Tax Plan Helps Oil companies To Get Richer($10 Billion)

4).Gas Tax Plan=Bridge Collapse($ 38-million deal reached with victims of Minneapolis bridge collapse)

===talk about ready on day one, Not===

Hillary everyday u prove it to me more and more why i should NOT vote for u.

Obama 2008

Get Real   May 2nd, 2008 11:30 am ET

White or Black Americans would NEVER vote for David Duke - racist who belonged to the Klan.

WHY do democrats think White or Black Americans would vote for Obama who attended a racist church for 20 years.

There is no difference between David Duke and Barack Obama… well.. except for the fact 90+ % of the African American community will support a racist - if he is black.

Chipster   May 2nd, 2008 11:30 am ET

This nomination season is the same length as all the rest of them. We just haven't chosen the candidate yet. It's a great American process and more people have learned about how our democracy works and gotten involved at the polls this year than have in a long, long time.

Shush the pundits and campaign junkies! Relax and enjoy to educational experience. The Democratic Party will unite to defeat the corporate thieves in the Fall, despite some of the pouting and whining going on. Be grateful that we have two excellent candidates - the GOP didn't have a single one!

gene   May 2nd, 2008 11:30 am ET

The liberal left wing nuts antd the Obama supporters should jusr "shut up" and let the process continue. The rest of the voters have a right to express their opinions, plus the Democratic party better settle the Michigan and Florida disputes, before you start annointing anyone, or you really are going to have a problem. The "rats" that are jumping ship are only going to another ship and that ship will be infested by those "rats". I have little use for any that gives his word and then turns around and goes against that word. My mother taught me that my word was my bond. The Rat that jumped ship did not even have the courage to advise that person he was doing so, how can he ever be a trusted person.

lynn   May 2nd, 2008 11:30 am ET

Yaaa…Better to have all the Obama negative issues left
for the republicans to bring out….!!!! Better to go with a
flawed nominee…without knowing the real man???
Better to leave all the other american Voters out of the
Primary???? come ON….Know Your Candidate Well…
What he CAN do ….and What She has done…………
These are serious times …and we need a Serious Candidate…

Go Hillary.

Chip Pudims   May 2nd, 2008 11:29 am ET

Although I do not trust and would never vote for either Democratic candiate, I must admit they both have a case for winning the party nomination. The insiders who developed the current primary process and those that decided to not count Michigan and Florida are the ones who should be held accountable for the mess that has been created. Certainly, Obama has a claim by virtue of having the most states and delegates, while Hillary has a claim because she should have the most delegates if the method for counting was in-line with the process for face-off election with McCain and counting MI and FL she has the largest popular vote.
Most important is the last I heard it takes 2025 delegates to win the Dem nomination, not a simple majority as claimed by Obama supporters, those that want to avoid a party fight and as reported in every media.
Additionally, Democrats must understand that the chaos created by the fight is not just because of process, but because of the the children in the ring!

Lee From Treasure Island Florida   May 2nd, 2008 11:29 am ET

I have begun to just WATCH the news… NOT LISTEN.
I wish the rest of America would do the same. A long time ago, I was working for an American Company, in the Sahara Desert and got in an argument over politics and was accused of being 'brain washed' by the American Media….at the time, I thought the man was crazy, but I now see that man's point. The media…spins on and on, plays its games, pulls someone up, and knocks one down. Fair? Honest? Just? America?

Tammy - KCMO   May 2nd, 2008 11:28 am ET

The only ones wanting this to continue are people wanting Clinton to win the nomination, which is statistically impossible. What does that tell you?
In the meantime the Democratic party is heading into the toilet with little chance of winning the Presidential election if they let this continue.
Apparently she plans to try to be nominated no matter what the cost to the Democratic party which means 4 more years of the same.

A Citizen   May 2nd, 2008 11:28 am ET

What is ruining the democratic party is the DNC itself! Having voters in Florida and Michigan disenfranchised, their (the DNC's) early, blind support of a junior senator who has only won his elected seats by contesting signatures of opponents supporters, so basically by bullying and default. This junior senator also has VERY QUESTIONALBLE allianances with people like Tony Resko,,,,by the way, we should be saturating all the blogs saying we want CNN to publish this trial…note TRIAL, as the Obama supporters are drowning the blogs with PaulvClinton requests. Obama's 20 years as a member of a church that has always preached the same message…as a matter of fact, he was in attendance for the infamous GD America sermon. Also, he knew Wright was a liability before he announced! He was just hoping the love fest with the press would last the duration of the nomination process. Please, the DNC is at fault here, pushing their own agenda, and I no longer call myself a democrat. I will be registering as an independent and I will be either writing in Hillary Clinton or voting for McCain. The DNC reminds me of the Teamsters Union in the '70's. People, do not let our hand be forced! Stand up and be counted as an INDEPENDENT, citizen, thinker, and party member. I'm mad as Hell and I'm not going to take it anymore!

Bill   May 2nd, 2008 11:28 am ET

CNN Won't post me, they don't like numbers or real issues, I guess I'll have to start a blog. CNN, where do you get paid for posting the stories you print while avoiding real news? I won't sell out, but I'll consider renting out…….

The battle is a small part of it, Hillary's attempt to belittle Barack and the many ways she shows she paid attention to Rovian theatrics are what is hurting the party. Hillary's Kool-Aid drunken mathematically challenged followers blame Barack for the negativity. Ironically, there is no information or commercials or issues where Barack has attacked poor Hillary. He has not touted how all the children of Illinois are currently covered by healthcare, largely due to him. He hasn't pointed out that in the aftermath of the Monica affair; Rev. Wright counseled Bill and Hillary. He hasn't pointed out that he needs a mere 45% of the remaining delegates to win the nomination, where as Hillary needs 64% to stop him, and 70% to win. It would be a mathematical miracle (the likes of which Huckabee prayed and prayed)

Get ready folks, the fat lady is getting ready to sing. Her song will be "Yes We Can"

: )

don   May 2nd, 2008 11:27 am ET

i also have a problem getting posted but check this out i watched a differnt news report on u-tube yesterday witch i found very interesting
on the canadian nafta thing it was reported bye all the news channels that obamas people contacted them witch in fact it was the clinton people that did that iam not sure that its tru but it sure sounds very interesting and if it is tru why hasnt the news covered this or is the clinton power that strong hey mr cooper you seem to be the only one out there that will cover something like this maybe you should check into this

Ex-Democrat in Iowa   May 2nd, 2008 11:27 am ET

Stephy - It's not Hillary's or Obama's fault that DNC has a flawed process in place. Denying ANY voter a voice is not democratic. It really pi$$es me off when people blame her for destroying the party. It's shameful that all states aren't given the opportunity to vote sooner for the sake of the party.

I live in Iowa and attended the caucus here - what a nightmare. Very disorganized and impossible to get an accurate count for any candidate. Also, only allowing a couple of states to vote early makes no sense whatsoever. Let the people's voices be heard!

Bill   May 2nd, 2008 11:27 am ET

I thinks its great that we in Indiana finally get a chance to hear and see candidates and make a choice. I am sure other states such as North Carolina and Kentucky feel the same way. I was able to take my 9 year old daughter to see both Hillary and Barak - its good to be a democrat and either candidate will make a great President

merle 7   May 2nd, 2008 11:27 am ET

IF HILLARY GETS LESS THAN 9%OF AA(WHICH MAKE UP THE DEMOCRATIC BASE) VOTES SHE WILL NOT WIN THE GE, THE MEDIA NEVER REPORTS THIS. YES THE YOUNG VOTERS ARE IMPORTANT AS WELL,IT ALWAYS ON THE POOR WHITE COLLAR WORKERS WHO HAS BEEN KNOW NOT TO VOTE THEIR ECONOMIC INTEREST ANYWAYS. NO DOUBT SOME WILL STILL VOTE REPUBLICAN MAYBE IN HOPES OF GOING OFF TO WAR!

OBAMA 08!

cherry picked comments   May 2nd, 2008 11:27 am ET

Yes, Brenda from Minnesota…I, too, am flagged and any of my comments that ask for fair reporting are deleted or rest in the limbo of "awaiting moderation." This is not fair and unbiased reporting whatsoever. All I am asking for is scrutiny of the Clintons that matches the scrutiny Obama has undergone.

Linned   May 2nd, 2008 11:27 am ET

I agree that is it really harming the Democratic Party.

Cali   May 2nd, 2008 11:27 am ET

I think good for stay longer because we need to know candidate record.
Look like Obama he have bad record but most of Americans still don't know some bad thing in his heart. Now we need the candidate that not change Washington just stay in Washington, not chage America but stand for America and not anti-Americans.

jg   May 2nd, 2008 11:26 am ET

Just curious, has Obama, won anything since super Tuesday????? His questionable caucus win in TX doesn't count,. Add up ALL the votes together and Clinton still won.

Victory for Hillary   May 2nd, 2008 11:26 am ET

What is hurting the party are the mean-spirited heartless attacks by the Obamabots. Every day Hillary is attacked - even MORE since Rev Wright outed Obama as a typical politician.

Obama needs to graciously drop out… and then MAYBE Hillary will consider him for VP. Seriously - the guy needs more time and experience.

Marc - Texas   May 2nd, 2008 11:26 am ET

The media and Obama team pushing this story is hurting the party. There is no way Clinton is getting out of the race. She will win at least 7 of the last ten states. They are terrified that Clinton is going to prove her point that Obama is unelectable. Get over it, this race is going on to the end.

Anonymous   May 2nd, 2008 11:26 am ET

The Democratic party has become undemocratic. And the Mainstream media is the one dividing the Democratic Party. Makes me wonder who owns the media puppets. The Republicans maybe? Hmmmmm…
Listen to voters, thats what everyone has to do.

Darryl   May 2nd, 2008 11:26 am ET

The Clintons are truly above the law.

The Bush are above the law.

Obama taught the consititution law.

NC and Indiana tell the world the Law matters again.

Vote Obama 08

new day or old way?   May 2nd, 2008 11:26 am ET

Americans have become so frustrated by the blockheaded Bush administration and their intransigence on every issue (and the failure of Congress to be able to check Bush and the NeoCons) that this election was seen as the one way we would be able to move past them and turn over a new leaf. And of course, public sentiment has lined up behind the Democrats, if only because they are NOT Republicans.

However, much of that enthusiasm and energy to move beyond Bush and to have a fresh start is being largely nullified by the infighting of the Democratic party, particularly Hillary and her followers, who have led the charge in tearing Obama down, even though he has led vote and been more popular overall. Their inability to accept his success and Hillary's insatiable ambition to become president at all costs is taking the wind out of many Americans' sails. She may win because she beats Obama down, but what are we left with? Yeah she may become president, but neither she nor McCain are really going to change anything. And if things don't change soon, Americans are going to begin losing heart, and may even struggle with their identity. Are we the land of the free and home of the brave? Or simply a land of sheep, and a refuge for the ridiculously wealthy and powerful, like so many other countries?

Jennifer   May 2nd, 2008 11:25 am ET

don't worry Brenda they will ot post my comment either about Hillary's advisor calling Indianians some startling names,but it's okay The viewrship is up on it and people can see for themselves.

CNN where is the integrity in your fairness of reporting negatives on all sides?

Go HRC   May 2nd, 2008 11:25 am ET

So why has the campaign gone on so long?
Obama has not defeated Clinton has he? No.
Should everyone just annoint Obama when he has not won anything?
Is he entitled to the nomination for some reason or does he have to do like all other democratic nominees and earn it?
All this talk about hurting the party is stupid. Parts of America that have never had the chance to matter in presidential primaries are voting for the first time in 40 years. I call that democracy and a good thing. Indiana and Kentucky have not mattered in primaries in 40 years! Imagine what we feel like.
There is more to presidential primaries than Iowa and New Hampshire!

kay   May 2nd, 2008 11:25 am ET

HONESTLY,I AND MANY MORE PEOPLE WILL CONSIDER IT AS A SHAME ON DEMOCRATS IF THE PARTY FAIL TO NOMINATE OBAMA.FROM FACTS,THE ONLY REASON WHY OBAMA IS FACING SET BACK IS PASTOR WRIGHT ISSUE, WHICH IS BEING PROMOTED BY BILLARY AND REPUBLICANS.ALL AMERICANS KNOWS THAT OBAMA IS VERY GOOD CANDIDATE,CAN EASILY BEAT MCCAIN AND CAN MAKE GREAT PRESIDENT,SO WHY IS THE DEMOCRATS, ESPECIALLY THE SUPER DELEGATE ALLOWING THE DESPERATE BILLARY TO RUIN THE GOOD CHANCE THAT DEMOCRATS AND AMERICAN PEOPLE HAS IN OBAMA PRESIDENCY ????? COULD IT BE THAT THEY DO NOT LOVE AMERICA AND AMERICAN PEOPLE BETTER THAN PASTOR WRIGHT???

Alberto   May 2nd, 2008 11:24 am ET

As a foreigner who is from Portugal and has travelled quit a lot throughout the world I have to say that for the first time a political and fascinating race kept my attention. And to be honest this was due to the positive message of change and hope Barack Obama sent not only to his fellow countrymen and women but also to the entirely world. For the first time I heard from an american candidate that one must talk not only with friends but also with foes in order to understand their reasons and bring them to our side instead of just bombing them. Old king of language like "obliterate" your enemy is no longer acceptable in nowdays. It create hate against America and gives reason to people like rev. Wright who, to be honest, has expressed the feelings of significant part of the world towards America. The civil rights struggle time has gone, the cold war time has gone, and I've never heard of such a thing named Al Qaeda before Iraq's invasion. I think that Obama is in a unique position to heal America as well as to bring the world toghether.

jk   May 2nd, 2008 11:24 am ET

Why do people say that Hillary is killing the party, PEOPLE ARE VOTING FOR HER, dummy. She didn't do all this voting, isn't this what this country is suppose to be about. Obama and his supporters are the ones who have played the race card at every caucus and voting station. Vote for a BROTHER, to heck with all the racist garage out there about him and shaky dealings. People who vote of Clinton have just as much right as the ones who voted for Obama and Obama has unknown baggage. All of this came out after Feb voting and there will be more. No matter what some of the supers say, they need to really think about who they vote for if they want to win in Nov. Obama has divided this country so badly already, as president the damage would be traumatic. He is NOT for all of the people right now, he needs to prove himself first, then try again in 4 or 8 years.

David, Kentucky   May 2nd, 2008 11:24 am ET

I agree with Wayne. CNN, in particular Wolf Blitzer is so plainly biased towards Hillary Clinton it isn't funny. Every since she whined about being mistreated by the media, she obviously scared Wolf to death. There is absolutely no mention of the election fraud suit involving Hillary Clinton. Wolf is obsessed with airing Rev Wright and constantly asking why Obama can't close the gap and why he can't get the poor and educated white voters. Yet he never asks why Hillary can't get the educated white voters, the student vote, and the black vote. The reason this race can't end is because the media doesn't want it to end. As soon as it looks like it might, Wolf and cronies slant their reporting to favor Hillary Clinton to keep it going. Thank God for Jack Cafferty! Hillary didn't scare him away from calling as it is. Wolf needs to grow a set and get some testicular fortitude.

committe for responsible reporting   May 2nd, 2008 11:23 am ET

Your are so right, Wayne.

KMAN   May 2nd, 2008 11:23 am ET

Hillary IS WHAT'S HURTING the Democratic Party … but it's the media that has kept her in the race this long by focusing on non-issues like Wright and words like "bitter". What nonsense and what a disservice they do the country by their 'talk show approach' to reporting serious news and more often than not while totally ignoring opportunities to have real dialog about substantive issues.

eric from canada   May 2nd, 2008 11:23 am ET

TO LONG LONG THAT NO GOOD FOR THE PARTY END THE GAME VOTE THE GIFT BY GOD OBAMA 2008 VIP CASEY OR ANDREW

fairandstraight   May 2nd, 2008 11:23 am ET

With the only option Sen. Clinton has to overtake Sen. Obama is trying to tear him down so he will look unelectable to the Superdelegates, of course this long race is hurting the party.

The republicans want nothing more than to see this race continue so they are supporting Sen. Clinton and making this look like a real close race. Therefore, while she destroys Obama with the reputation of other people, their weak candidate, Sen. McCain, looks like an innocent peacemaker. I think he

This race is also dividing people along racial lines. Because Sen. Obama had so much support from the white community, the goal now is to find things to make him look like he is racist. When you hear people talking about the blue-collar workers, they are actually talking about white men. This should never be a factor is this race. We all have come too far to let the media spin statements made by loose lip people.

Not equally investigating into the lives of other candidates, makes me wonder if the media is involved in keeping this race going. The Paul vs Clinton case should have been spinned over and over just like the Wright story. I think people would rather know if they are voting for a candidate that is directly involved in a crime rather than look at one that is accused indirectly.

I hope the superdelegates are reading the news.

For the love of this independent   May 2nd, 2008 11:23 am ET

I had made up my mind to vote democratic to end this war. But Hillary is making it so hard. I just read the huffington post about how her Senior Advisor blumenthal is using and collaboration with the the right wing media to smear Obama. Is this normal political practice for the democratic party. Could a Clinton supporter weigh in on this.

Jodie from Idaho   May 2nd, 2008 11:22 am ET

Come on Indiana and North Carolina. You think that Obama is unelectable, but HIllary has the worst unfavorable ratings of any candidate ever. She can not win. She has way to much baggage. The worst thing they have on Obama is his pastor's political views. I have a question, how many of you know your pastor's political views? Obama actually only went to that church only 5 years out of the 20. He worked in D.C. and was going to law school those other years. I do not know about you, but I go on and off to a big christian church, and I could not tell you half of what my pastor says on Sundays when I am not there. Give the guy a break!!! At least he's not accepting money and promising positions before he's elected like Bill Clinton. At least he hasn't been involved in real estate scandals like the Clintons. Do you all really want someone like Hillary running this country. If Hillary wins, it might finally be Nader's year. Who's with me?

Jon   May 2nd, 2008 11:22 am ET

Come on Dems, we need to keep this primary going to find the most suitable candidate. It's not like the two don't have basically the same voting record, (96% when they both actually vote). We need to get to the core issues, like just who is Hillary's mother's sister's father's cousin's former roommate?

Plus, we should let the superdelegates decide, since they're more smarter than us!

Jan   May 2nd, 2008 11:22 am ET

I fail to see how letting Americans vote is hurting any "party". Anyway, are the American people not more important to America than "republicans" or "democrats"? The DNC are the ones to blame for their "party" self-destructing–they pushed an unknown and "wild card" candidate and disenfranchised millions of voters because their candidate didn't get enough votes in Michigan and Florida. Now they are crying because the "party" is hurting? GIVE ME A BREAK! The US Presidency is not about you Obama supporters who make up a miniscule segment of the the population-it's about ALL Americans-Dems, Reps, and independents!

Teri from Ohio   May 2nd, 2008 11:22 am ET

Great comments Wayne. The MEDIA is manufacturing the news instead of reporting it. They twist things that are being said and give their own spin on it. They seem "to know" what every statement means & the importance of the polls. People who don't get politics are believing them. These polls are ridiculous! The people who do these polls have know idea who they are polling and if they are lying or not. I'm so tired of the media and their being so irresponsible in reporting the news! Obama is the most sincere & down to earth candidate I've ever voted for. I don't know how anyone can believe Clinton and all the political games she is playing. She is counting on people to not understand what she is doing. I KNOW exactly what she is doing. She can't fool me. Don't let her fool you!

B. Serious   May 2nd, 2008 11:22 am ET

The primary season is coming to the last leg folks, and let me summarize the two democratic candidates.

Clinton: A wealthy politician (110 million worth), with 35 years of experience (same old dead lock politics), with democratic party machinery behind her (thanks to Bill) trying to convince us that she understands the plight of the poor and average american and their concerns. Does this resonate as the truth? NOT. She is perpetrating hypocrisy and lies. Her Policy: Do anything and say anything to win power.

Obama: A talented, intelligent individual, who comes from a poor background, rose to the heights of acheivement to senator of Chicago, lived the american dream to the fullest, and trying to offer the same hope to the poor and average american to lift them up from their plight. Does this resonate as the truth? YESSSSS!

Add to above description a leader, charismatic individual, visionary, uniter, honest and sound in judgement.

Come on: Indiana and South Carolina, let's bring this drama to a close and elect the right one! OBAMA08

Go clinton go!!   May 2nd, 2008 11:21 am ET

H i l l a r y ……….
P l e e e e e e z
Drop OUT !!!!

Jill in Chicago   May 2nd, 2008 11:21 am ET

Be grateful the race for the nomination has lasted this long, if Obama had become the nominee after Super Tuesday, he would not have gained this experience of running in a tough election. Hillary has tested his metal and his armour has suffered a few chinks, nothing compared to what the Republicans would inflict. While Obama did win against Alan Keyes handily for Illinois Senator, it was by default, because Keyes came in at the 11th hour with no time to campaign, plus he was an outsider. The general election is not a place for the inexperienced, and the way his campaign has handled the Wright issue is not making democratic voters, Hillary supporters and Obama supporters alike, feeling confident that Obama can beat McCain in the general. It is becoming more evident, that Obama should have waited to run for president. His closest friends and family members begged him not to run this election and he decided to anyway. If he is truly meant to be president he will be one day, not this time.
The Clintons are not monarchs, they are an experienced,
hard-working, tenacious family that will win us back the whitehouse. In case you forgot, the 90's were great. No trainees for the Whitehouse '08.

isaiah, milford, nj   May 2nd, 2008 11:21 am ET

well said wayne. of course the race is hurting the party, but this is america. we vote for our leaders. keep on voting

Freedwoman   May 2nd, 2008 11:21 am ET

I think its exciting. Whats the problem? Its just the democratic process. Don't worry about September. Its what is going on now thats all the news!

Mike G   May 2nd, 2008 11:20 am ET

So much for this being "good for the party" nonsense we've been subjected to! It is time that Ms. Ego realized what she is doing….or maybe she knows what she is doing by trying to set herself up for 2012 if Obama loses. She doesn't care about the party, the Country, or the people——-she cares about HER.
End the darama—-VOTE OBAMA!

PJ Independent, New York   May 2nd, 2008 11:20 am ET

I don't understand how all of you MORONS can continue to say the race is over????? Neither one of these candidates can win the nomination without the Super Delegates!! Oh my God, you Obama supporter's are just unbelievable, you really are! What about Michigan and Florida, two crucial states in a general election…. lot's of angry and 'bitter' voter's in these two states who want their votes to count, yet Obama is keeping their voices from being heard by hiring lawyers to block any kind of revote. Obama knows Hillary would win BIG in these states if there were revotes.

Again, I just don't understand how all of you bleeding heart liberal Obama-maniacs can say the race is over. The Super Delegates are part of the process! Like I've said over and over again, Obama can not win without the Super Delegates, neither can Clinton. Which is why she keeps saying, let's play this to the end. If Hillary Clinton wins in Indiana, comes close in North Carolina, this will only give her even more momentum, then she'll win just about all of the remaining states left, most likely giving her a big lead in the popular vote.

Hillary Clinton is gaining a HUGE amount of momentum right now and if she wins Indiana and comes close in North Carolina, she'll gain even MORE momentum. If the Super Delegates continue throwing support to Obama, they will lose HUGELY in the general election. McCain will win by the biggest landslide in US history, should Obama win the DEM nomination.

Independent   May 2nd, 2008 11:20 am ET

It is absurd! The party leaders need to sit down with them an sort it out and ask one to bow out….or put the resourced in the 2012 elections because they are certainly messing up their chances for this one…

David, Silver Spring, MD   May 2nd, 2008 11:20 am ET

Hillary is using a "cross that bridge when I get to it" strategy.

If she can get the nomination, no matter what kind of damage she has to do to Barack Obama, his supporters, or the Democratic party; no matter what kind of pandering she has to do; no matter how inconsistently she has to portray herself–in short, no matter what she has to do, if she can get the nomination, she'll worry about how to win the general election then.

It's a very shortsighted approach, obviously, and if successful will leave Hillary with no viable strategy for November and leave Democratic voters wondering how they could have gone so horribly, terribly wrong.

Barbara - 65 yr old white female in NC   May 2nd, 2008 11:20 am ET

Hey - it's Friday - time for Bill and Hill to turn that knife in Obama's back again.

The Clinton's think they are "owed" another chance to steal the rest of the stuff from the white house.

frank   May 2nd, 2008 11:19 am ET

Hillary's plan is now to discredit Obama so that he loses the election in 2008 and then she can go against McCain in 2012 and win. She will do whatever to discredit Obama and the party including rovesque tactics that won Bush/Chaney the White House. She has no regard for the party or the country since voting another Republican to the White House is another 4 years of misery for the country.

But i dont think she should drop out on her own accord. The voters and super delegates need to voice their opinion for the good of the party.

Incidentally, I hear lots of cries that Obama will lose to McCain but what i havent seen is a lucid argument of why?

Lee From Treasure Island Florida   May 2nd, 2008 11:19 am ET

This is the media fault. The media ENJOYS this, so they SPIN the news, WORD it just right "OBAMA SLIPPING", to make the race continue. Spin a story on a Pastor for weeks, months…unheard of, ever in this country or any other nation. Hillary's Pastor has been sentenced to Prison for Child Molestation…but that is not in the news. YOU guys are making money….by spinning this…it is the media….who keeps this race going on. Destroying the party…and possibly worse, a chance for a better place for us all.

Dan in CO   May 2nd, 2008 11:19 am ET

It has lasted too long, but I don't mind because

[1] If the nomination is stolen from Barack Obama, we have an acceptable candidate in John McCain.

[2] The longer this goes, the more annihilated the Clinton brand and the Clinton legacy become. Every day more of the people I know reach their last straw with the Clintons. Even moreso on days that Bill makes the news.

So let the games continue.

I prefer Obama but I'll take McCain.

What counts…what matters…is no more Bushes and no more Clintons.

Get real   May 2nd, 2008 11:18 am ET

Of Course !!!
Is Hillary Clinton a democrat, a true democrat?????
When she loses the race she will not support Obama…
She's a big hypocrite

t murdock   May 2nd, 2008 11:18 am ET

OBAMA SHOULD STAY ON THE LETTERMAN SHOW . AS A COMIC HE IS NOT BAD BUT AS AN HONEST POLITICIAN HE IS A FAILURE

jheart   May 2nd, 2008 11:18 am ET

WOW! I just read about paul vs. Hillary on the Hillary Project dot com and oh my goodness. The Clinton's are slimey. We need to end this race. Vote Obama!!!

Brian from Fort Mill, S.C.   May 2nd, 2008 11:18 am ET

I can see the light at the end of the tunnel. I just hope it's not the headlights of the oncoming McCain express!

True Patriotism   May 2nd, 2008 11:17 am ET

Well once again Mrs. Clinton has struck gold. Maybe she was paid by the Republican's to stay in the race so they could win. Barack need's realize that this long drawn out primary season will hurt the democratic party and there will be no way in our godly earth that the democratic party can unite in less than 3 months.

Katie, MD   May 2nd, 2008 11:17 am ET

Hillary keeps saying she has been vetted. But we thought Bill Clinton was vetted, then we had Gennifer Flowers, Paula Jones and Monica Lewinsky to tell us otherwise.

Don't believe Hillary, she is not going to tell the truth. If she will lie before she gets in office, what make you think she will stop lying after she gets in office.

southerndem   May 2nd, 2008 11:17 am ET

brenda same here, for some reason the ClintonNewsNetwork seems to have blocked me as well. I am sure they will post this to show that they are "fair and balanced" too. This was my last post that I sent in at 10:38 and it is still awaiting moderation while others posted 30 min. AFTER mine have been moderated.
WOW it took them this long to figure this out? Hillary, you can NOT win any way without overturning the will of the people. It is time to step aside and help UNITE the party. I, and many other Obama supporters respect your work in the Senate, and believe you can help this country come together and get great things done under the leadership of President Obama. You are young enough to run again in eight years,and I think it would serve us all well if you let the inevitable happen and allow Senator Obama to move on with the general election.
OBAMA '08-12
CLINTON 12-16

WeLuvObama   May 2nd, 2008 11:17 am ET

I agree. This is hurting the party. I am an Obama supporter but if Hillary had the lead in delegates, popular vote and most states won at this point, I would think that Obama would need to drop out. Hillery, please look at what you are doing. You are hurting Obama's chances of winning in November - it is impossible for you to win at this point. No matter who you are supporting, it is time that we come together as one. HIllery and Bill had eight wonderful years in the White House - give someone else chance.

Democrats '08
Anybody but John McCain

Karen P   May 2nd, 2008 11:16 a