May 6, 2008
Posted: 12:30 PM ET
Albert McClain, right, greets William Cheek as he arrives to vote in Siler City, North Carolina, Tuesday.
Albert McClain, right, greets William Cheek as he arrives to vote in Siler City, North Carolina, Tuesday.

(CNN) — Poll workers in Indiana and North Carolina on Tuesday reported heavy turnout for two primaries that could be pivotal in the Democratic presidential nomination battle between Sens. Hillary Clinton and Barack Obama.

Turnout in the North Carolina Democratic primary was expected to reach 50 percent, according to Gary Bartlett, executive director for the North Carolina Board of Elections.

That figure would far exceed the 15 percent to 30 percent that usually turn out for a primary, he said.

The Indiana secretary of state's office will not release turnout figures until the end of the day, but Bethany Derringer, a spokeswoman for the office, said voter turnout was high.

Polling officials in Indianapolis said that they had set a record for voter turnout after being open for only six hours.

North Carolina election officials reported a minor problem in the town of Oriental after an election official failed to show up. No voting problems were reported in Indiana.

A polling station in Raleigh, North Carolina, also saw a steady stream of voters since it opened at 6:30 a.m. Tuesday.

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Filed under: Barack Obama • Hillary Clinton


Slowpoke   May 6th, 2008 1:01 pm ET

CNN has promblems with spell check

Anonymous   May 6th, 2008 1:03 pm ET

"Heavy turnout reported, few PROMBLEMS seen"

???
LOL. 'Nuff said

Kevin   May 6th, 2008 1:04 pm ET

Just a problem with CNN's ability to spell correctly and to practice sound journalism.

Tony   May 6th, 2008 1:04 pm ET

Man, that headline just bleeds irony.

Media Blackout May 15th   May 6th, 2008 1:04 pm ET

Has The Gimmick candidate announced she and Bill will travel to Iraq to suck up the oil, store it in their cheeks to get through Customs to help save the American people .0005 cents yet?

Hillary Clinton, The Gimmick Candidate
Bill and Hillary, The Gimmick Family
Do and Say Anything ‘08

Jason   May 6th, 2008 1:04 pm ET

Oh, the irony!

Anonymous   May 6th, 2008 1:04 pm ET

What's a "promblem?"

Alice in Florida   May 6th, 2008 1:05 pm ET

Nice headline, CNN. What exactly are "promblems?" Not having a date for the Prom?

You need to get some proofreaders or spell-check.

Travis   May 6th, 2008 1:06 pm ET

"Heavy turnout reported, few promblems seen"

The only promblems are on the CNN ticker.

obama supporter   May 6th, 2008 1:06 pm ET

SLOWPOKE
cnn has a proublem period. they don't want to push the garbage on hillay, but my god,poor barack. we all know who they favor especially wolf, jack cafferty is good. the only one

barack will win and i thank the voters for that.
white woman in arkansas

Philadelphia, PA.   May 6th, 2008 1:07 pm ET

And we owe most of the heavy turnout to Barack Obama. Say what you want Hillary supporters but he does inspire. You know and I know if it was Billary and anyone else the turnout would not be this high, no where near out. I am making a prediction he will win BOTH states. Any others with me????

barackobama4prez   May 6th, 2008 1:08 pm ET

oh LORD. Please have someone proof these articles.

gerald strother   May 6th, 2008 1:08 pm ET

DO the math if cliniton wins by 15% of all that is left she would still loose do the MATH NOW IF THEY OVER RIDE THE WILL OF THE PEOPLE AND SHE WIN THAT WAY WHAT HAS SHE WON?? THEN JOHN MCCAIN HAS IT

Dan in CO   May 6th, 2008 1:09 pm ET

Promblems?

Is this like how the space shuttle travels 18 times the speed of light?

Ruth   May 6th, 2008 1:09 pm ET

What's a "promblem"??
Perhaps CNN has a "problem"?
No wonder Democrats are split -
they have a promblem problem.

Mirta   May 6th, 2008 1:11 pm ET

I have commented on this before and I will bet you won't print this.

Why is it every time there is a photo posted of voters on election day it is of African American voters? They only make up 14% of the population of the USA….I feel like the race card is being played on me all the time now!!!

Hillary '08

Dan in CO   May 6th, 2008 1:11 pm ET

CNN "the Best Political Team on Television"

LOL@Politics   May 6th, 2008 1:11 pm ET

"Promblems"? Uh oh…..Looks like Bush is writing for CNN now!

Chris11   May 6th, 2008 1:12 pm ET

So are you saying that something is going wrong at the prom????

JJ in NY   May 6th, 2008 1:12 pm ET

Please, good people of Indiana and North Carolina…..

A vote for clinton is a vote for snake oil and smoke and mirrors. Please don't waste it on hillary .

PLEASE VOTE FOR THE FUTURE.

VOTE OBAMA .

Rebecca   May 6th, 2008 1:14 pm ET

Lies, lies, and more lies. That is what we will get from the Clintons once again. "I did not have sexual relations with that woman". "We had to run for cover because we were under sniper fire." If you like lies then the Clintons are your best choice. I don't like liars myself but that's just a personal opinion.

R. Cooper   May 6th, 2008 1:15 pm ET

VOTERS BEWARE:

VOTE NOW FOR OBAMA! BY THE END OF SUMMER YOUR VEHICLES MAY BE FUELED WITH HOT AIR IF YOU LISTEN TO HILLARY!!

Kay   May 6th, 2008 1:15 pm ET

High voter turn out sounds good for Barack , I am can't wait for the results.

OBAMA 2008

Media Blackout May 15th   May 6th, 2008 1:15 pm ET

Has The Gimmick Candidate announced she promised the Edwards to rename North Carolina to Edwardslina yet?

Hillary Clinton, The Gimmick Candidate
Bill and Hillary, The Gimmick Family
Do and Say Anything ‘08

Jeb Banner   May 6th, 2008 1:15 pm ET

"Promblems"? I think CNN is the one having problems!

wolfsbane   May 6th, 2008 1:15 pm ET

It's time for change, for real solutions not gimmicks, vote Obama!

Netty   May 6th, 2008 1:16 pm ET

Why doesn't the media focus on Wright's invitation to the White House when Billy & Hilly had the problem with the Filly?

Michelle in Indiana   May 6th, 2008 1:16 pm ET

"Media Blackout May 15th"'s comment is so DEAD ON! hahaha!

Hillary is full of gimmicks. She IS a gimmick.

commonSense   May 6th, 2008 1:18 pm ET

If Superdelegates hand over the charity nomination to Hill, will Obama think of running independent? He'll have the moral ground to do so!!!

Pam   May 6th, 2008 1:18 pm ET

CNN needs to fire their proof reading staff.

kathleen retired Professional w/woman for obama   May 6th, 2008 1:19 pm ET

Those in Indiana that vote for Hillary either believe liars or are racist.
Google the Clinton's and Then Google CLINTON OUTSOURCING.

JC   May 6th, 2008 1:19 pm ET

It will be Hillary's legacy to have taken down the Dem Party after this election no matter if she wins or loses.

Hilda   May 6th, 2008 1:19 pm ET

Media Blackout May 15th, that is the best comment I have seen in a long time, and I have seen some great ones!!!!Good for you!!!

Farrell, Houston, Tx   May 6th, 2008 1:19 pm ET

The weather is reportedly good, there should be no problems with voters getting to the polls.

Rob   May 6th, 2008 1:20 pm ET

Here's the deal, regardless of these primaries today. The reality is most Americans fall into the center, and the candidate who wins the center will win the general election. Guess what? McCain will pull a LOT of centrist voters. His record and the public's perception is that he is enough of a maverick to NOT be another Bush. On global warming, gun control, and stem cell research he has been a centrist. Plus, he actually has executive experience AND has the military experience to comprehend and deal with the Iraq quagmire. The fact is McCain will win in November because we don't have a candidate like Bill Clinton to co-opt some of the right's issues. Hillary will lose because she is not likeable - rather the opposite, many dislike her greatly. Obama will lose because he is too liberal, has no experience, and Wright's remarks will resonate and put off many voters. In this day and age, it is remarkable that the Democratic party has picked two losers, gender and race aside.

Cory   May 6th, 2008 1:20 pm ET

haha, no, no promblems at all

White Guy : Stats   May 6th, 2008 1:20 pm ET

Proof Positive that CNN are Hillary supporters….they can't spell!

Dannie   May 6th, 2008 1:20 pm ET

Just a little while and the truth shall come out and all doubts shall disappear!

60 old white lady, Mo   May 6th, 2008 1:21 pm ET

It was not Reverand Wright that damaged Barack Obama…it was 24/7 coverage of this meaningless issue for weeks by cable news that damaged Obama. Where is the coverage of the Clinton's negatives? What about Paul vs Clinton in California? What if Hillary is in jail when she gets the nomination?

Terry   May 6th, 2008 1:21 pm ET

Good news for Obama its time to bury Clinton and move on.

Go Obama. I am white and educated I am not voting out of fear.

S.B. Stein E.B. NJ   May 6th, 2008 1:21 pm ET

Record turn out should be 95% rather than this 60% or something close. This country should be embarressed at how few vote. I think just as many (if not more) vote in some tv show like American Idol as do in a real election that actual means something. Wake up America! Stop being stupid! VOTE!!

Don't vote? Don't complain.

Joan, Ontario,   May 6th, 2008 1:21 pm ET

Please check out with the exit polls how many Republicans have voted today for Hilary Clinton as Rush Lilmbaugh has been telling them to do. They want her to get the nomination because she has such high negatives with the Conservative right and it will mobilize them. They have nothing to lose because they already have their candidate. Everyone knows the huge Democratic turnouts this year have been because of Obama's fresh outlook and inspiration.

do good silence   May 6th, 2008 1:22 pm ET

No problems yet? That's because the vote engineering takes place behind the scenes. If Obama doesn't like the people's voting he will fix the caucus. If Obama doesn't like your state - you will be blocked. He will do anything to win. Let FL and MI have a voice too!

In case evryone missed the last minute stump speeches:

Hillary had lots of specific action-based ideas on a variety of topics.
Obama got the crowd to cheer and criticized Hillary.

PJ Independent, New York   May 6th, 2008 1:22 pm ET

You Obama supporter's are MORONS… at this point, neither Obama or Clinton can win the general election. The party is HUGELY divided.

As for the nomination- they should 'give' it to Clinton, she's their best shot at winning in November. You all keep talking about her not having a chance of winning the DEM nomination, saying 'do the math', etc. You're a bunch of idiots though… the Super Delegates will decide this. We've known for MONTHS that neither one of the candidates would be able to win with 'regular' delegates. These are the dumb rules that the Democratic party came up with, so let's follow them now. The cowardly DEMS who are Super Delegates don't want to be forced to publicly make their choice, fearing they'll regret it later. Well, once again, these are the rules.

Hillary Clinton has HUGE momentum right now. If she wins Indiana and comes very close in North Carolina or even wins North Carolina by a small margin, this will definitely change the whole game. Then if the Super Delegates still continue to throw their support to Obama, it will only further divide the party, as a HUGE percentage of Clinton supporter's will vote for McCain.

If Obama is awarded the DEM nomination, McCain will win the general election by one of the biggest landslides in US history… just watch and see.

Kareem from Hampton VA   May 6th, 2008 1:23 pm ET

Oh yeah hillary supporters unlike the last couple of contests that Hillary "won" these 2 states have open primaries…a state where Reps and Independants can vote!! You might not wanna crack open the champange just yet…

Jesse   May 6th, 2008 1:23 pm ET

This gas tax holiday is an obvious rearing of the ugly head and shows what Clinton is all about. Do we really want another president that will not listen to people who know more and actually have experience in their fields? The way Bush ignored the experts before attacking Iraq to pursue his own oil agenda? Regarding the gas tax: "Obama's stance was backed up by 230 economists who released a letter Monday opposing the temporary tax break, which would take 18.4 cents off the price of a gallon if consumers got the full savings at the pump. The signers included four Nobel Prize winners and economic advisers to presidents of both parties." A wise person listens to those who have experience and makes intelligent decisions after listening. An experienced person without wisdom will make the mistakes over and over again until it becomes a habit born out of experience. Nothing more need be said.

Ric   May 6th, 2008 1:23 pm ET

“I will stand with the Muslims should the political winds shift in an ugly direction.” Barack Hussein Obama, “The Audacity of Hope” (emp. added) .

incredible   May 6th, 2008 1:23 pm ET

I can not believe the Hillary look for the poor people in low places to talk about the gas prices and try to tell them how rich they are going to get this summer with the $20.00 they'll get. She thinks they are stupid? She thinks they can not think about that? One more thing she matches with McCain ah? As I said before, this woman can not think for herself. She always has to depend on others to think for her.
She wants to "copy" everything as the years when Bill was in power and she forgets that, thing are not the same. Poor Hillary, she is so stupid!!

joeparadis   May 6th, 2008 1:24 pm ET

The turn out is evidence that the primary competition is good for the party and good for the country. What is not good is the intemperate statements on both sides mostly by supporters. Those supporters can blame no one for their unhealthy remarks than their own lack of propriety. Castigating your opponent and/or your opponent's supporters does not shift the focus from bad behavior. Let's all be spirited but keep track of our mouths and minds a little more and by all means savor the contest, the rest of the world is!!!!

Baby B   May 6th, 2008 1:24 pm ET

Obama and his fans are going to destroy our party!

JC   May 6th, 2008 1:24 pm ET

Why do blue-collar workers support Hillary?

Hillary's distinguished foreign experience has helped her decide to Bomb Iran as fast as she can. Guess who will be sent to Iran? Not Chelsea. Most likely, they will be the sons and daughters of blue-collar workers. I won't trust Hillary to command my children in civil service, never mind military service.

If you want to support an unqualified commander-in-chief who will not even listen to experts' advice, you vote for Hillary. The danger is that she thinks she knows everything. If you are not with her, you are against her. That really fits the definition of a dynasty, doesn't it?

kathleen retired Professional w/woman for obama   May 6th, 2008 1:24 pm ET

If Hillary wins, it will because of her and Bill's lies and hypocrisy.
And Edwards held out because she must have promised him
the V.P. Oh, my God, and Edwards acted like he cared for the poor!

Bill and Hillary are like the Bonnie and Clyde's of American Politics.

Don't believe me. GOOGLE Clintons and Clintons OUTSOURCING
for personal gain and personal fortune.

steveda - poconos   May 6th, 2008 1:24 pm ET

Ya know there have been a lot of charges about Hillary's honesty and thet she is willing to do anyting to get elected. Along that vein, am I the only one that noticed that the Pennsylavania country girl, that has become the Senator ffrom NY suddenly developed a southern accent in North Carolina? Should I mention the word PANDERING?
Personally I find it disgusting that she would fake an accent.
But thats just my opinion.

Jessica, MI   May 6th, 2008 1:24 pm ET

Oh but there is a "serious problem"….

As Joan from Ontario correctly points out, there is a HUGE problem in IN developing. Due to the openness of the IN primary, large numbers of Republicans are turning out and voting for Hillary to mess up this election. This is really troubling and further evidence that Hillary's "momentum" may be a complete farce.

Rebecca   May 6th, 2008 1:25 pm ET

Hillary is now saying the magic number is 2209 delegates to win the nomination. Whenever she falls further behind she tries to change the rules. Michigan and Florida knew the rules. Hillary had and still has name recognition while Obama is new. They were not allowed to campaign in either state. That gave Clinon a huge unfair advantage in both states. The vote was illegitimate. If they change the rules to help out Hillary it will not only be devistating to the Democratic party it will be illegal and corrupt. Something the Clintons are used to.

John W., Milwaukee, WI   May 6th, 2008 1:25 pm ET

Heavy turout means HILLARY will WIN BOTH IN & NC… let the Obamanations eat that!

kathleen retired Professional w/woman for obama   May 6th, 2008 1:25 pm ET

THIS WOMAN IS DEVIOUS AND SICK.
BILL IS SICKER.

Anonymous   May 6th, 2008 1:25 pm ET

If Hillary wins the nominee i am definately not voting

Peter   May 6th, 2008 1:26 pm ET

I hope the voters in NC and Indiana can hear McCains chorus of "Bomb - bomb-bomb-bomb Iran" in their head as they vote. Oh I forgot background vocals were by provided by Hillary Clinton - remember that too and choose wisely!!!

Media Blackout May 15th   May 6th, 2008 1:27 pm ET

Has The Gimmick Candidate mounted her horse preparing to ride back to her native homeland in Kentucky yet?

Hillary Clinton, The Gimmick Candidate
Bill and Hillary, The Gimmick Family
Do and Say Anything ‘08

jill american   May 6th, 2008 1:28 pm ET

steveda - and Obama sounds like a preacher when he gets cocky .. so what's your point?

Jerry   May 6th, 2008 1:29 pm ET

CNN is so busy attacking Obama they having problem spelling words correctly

Obama 08

Yemaya for Obama 08   May 6th, 2008 1:30 pm ET

It is not only the spelling problem CNN has, it is the fact and record checking…………
a 9.3% is a 10 per cnn "best political team,"

Clinton National Network News……………. need I say more

NoMoreBillorHillaryClintonInWhiteHouse   May 6th, 2008 1:30 pm ET

I just hope Obama blows hillary out today, I do not want to hear CNN and other media getting any news of this. I like to see the Media out of bussiness we need a break from the Media crap tired of this people with their bias.

J - East Windsor, CT   May 6th, 2008 1:30 pm ET

No wonder Hillary is getting preferntial treatment from CNN. Bush is an editor! "Promblem"

John B. From New Hampshire   May 6th, 2008 1:31 pm ET

what of this problem i've heard about with Voting machines in strong African American Regions in NC? The Clinton News Network wouldn't want people thinking this was rigged now would they?

Dan in CO   May 6th, 2008 1:31 pm ET

People complaining about the color of the people in the snapshot CNN puts next to ticker stories.

This nomination battle has become so deliciously toxic.

Colt Seavers   May 6th, 2008 1:32 pm ET

We all know that a huge voter turnout doesn't bode well for the "GIMMICK" candidate. People only turn out in large number when they are inspired and we know who inspires in this campaign. I hope we will finally see the time for the Democratic Party to heal and come together under the Elected Nominee Barrack Obama. CNN I hope you have been looking at the stories to cover in the future looks like this welfare ride is over!

60 old white lady, Mo   May 6th, 2008 1:32 pm ET

Indiana and North Carolina… If you vote for Hillary today..its a loose… She will loose agains McCain in November… SDhe has a lot of baggage much more than anyone else…She might go in Jail by then… Check all the facts : google- Clinton vs Paul ; Cliton outsourcing…

Shahin   May 6th, 2008 1:33 pm ET

I have great feeling that one day America will learn that the division of its Citizens not good and start to respect and honor intellectuals disregard their color or religion. Every person has cynical mind but everyone needs to over come it by rationale and positive thinking. I am sure it will take years to come to happen with America.

SummerRunner   May 6th, 2008 1:33 pm ET

It seems like a lot of people have too much time on their hands. Looking at the spelling and grammar, the dope-smoking senator from Chicago must have appointed his friends and family to work the Comment Board today.

Dan in CO   May 6th, 2008 1:34 pm ET

""As Joan from Ontario correctly points out, there is a HUGE problem in IN developing. Due to the openness of the IN primary, large numbers of Republicans are turning out and voting for Hillary to mess up this election. This is really troubling and further evidence that Hillary's "momentum" may be a complete farce.""

Yes, but at least the superdelegates know that, even if the people don't.

I was bothered that superdelegates were going to be deciding this outcome at first, but not any more, and that's why.

Tyrone   May 6th, 2008 1:34 pm ET

I won't get too excited about this huge voter turn out.

Yes Sen. Obama is responsible for most of the new Dem. turnout. On the other hand thousands of Republicans have crossed over, I think to vote for Sen. Clinton. Why? because they think that she is the easiest candidate for McCain to beat come November. Frankly I think this is wrong, and if the super delegates don't realize what is happening I would be very surprised, These cross over Rep. are not going to vote Dem. in November, they are going to vote Rep.

Mary   May 6th, 2008 1:35 pm ET

I am just so fed up with the media hype. Hillary is losing people!!!!!!! she has to win large percentages of the remaining contests to even pull close in the delegate and popular vote…so her only option is to tear Obama down and in the end convince superdelegates that he is vulnerable….HELLO!!!!!! she was a "shoe-in" 10 months and then failed miserably in her campaign…that should make the superdelegates nervous…she cant raise money and she cannot unite or excite people. HERE IS MY MESSAGE TO THE SUPERDELEGATES….IF YOU GO AGAINST THE WILL OF THE PEOPLE, YOU WILL ENSURE A MCCAIN PRESIDENCY…BE AWARE.

Venus   May 6th, 2008 1:35 pm ET

Go Obama!

I am sick of Hillary and the news-media!

The large turn-outs are not for Hillary!

Allen deLuca - Florida   May 6th, 2008 1:35 pm ET

I am heartsick for you democrats. You have to make a choice between two truly flawed candidates. Can't you just write-in "Mickey Mouse" and serve your country a lot better?

peter paul   May 6th, 2008 1:37 pm ET

why aint the media talkin about peter paul Vs Hillary..

Nick   May 6th, 2008 1:37 pm ET

Hillary will make the best president.
Don't vote Obama, he is just empty words…

RYAN   May 6th, 2008 1:37 pm ET

Majority of CNN reporters and analysts 're uneducated ….can't s construct simple english and spelling…..What a shame?? the imaginary best political team on tv……………………

An Objective Observer, Toronto, Canada   May 6th, 2008 1:37 pm ET

Heavy Turnout? Or are crossover Republicans coming out to vote for Clinton to prolong Democrat primaries?

How come the media doesn't examine the crossover voting where the Republicans vote in Democrat primaries? These "strategic voters" vote for the weaker Democrat candidate to prolong primaries. In other words, a vote for Clinton in the primaries helps the Republican party. There were 100,000 Republicans who voted for Clinton in Texas. There were also a significant number of crossover voters who voted for Clinton in Ohio. How many crossover voters are going to vote for Clinton in Indiana?

Why does the Democrat party allow open voting and allow Republicans to put a monkey wrench into their primaries?

Roxanne NY   May 6th, 2008 1:38 pm ET

Obama has no record of change. Hillary Clinton has a record of working across the isle with Republicans and she was re-elected by 67% of the vote here in NY, which meant that a solid coalition of Republicans and Democrats re elected her in the Senate.

Enough of the pies in the skies already! Don't tell me Barack, show me me or shut up. Enough already with this Kumbaya, One-Love, Let's get together and feel alright Utopic rhetoric. Where is your record of having ever done that? It's non-existent. Go figure!

How do you be pro-choice, against the death penalty, and unite all America? For real? How? No really! How? Give me a break! Who are you fooling, the educated fools? That, ladies and gentlemen is the biggest political con of all 2008!

Hillary 08!

Dan in CO   May 6th, 2008 1:38 pm ET

""I am heartsick for you democrats. You have to make a choice between two truly flawed candidates. Can't you just write-in "Mickey Mouse" and serve your country a lot better?""

Many people will write in their candidate's name in November if they don't get the nomination. It will be enough to give us President McCain.

David, Santa Rosa, CA   May 6th, 2008 1:38 pm ET

This time tomorrow, Barack Obama will be the presumtive nominee.

You heard it here!

DOub1   May 6th, 2008 1:38 pm ET

Sounds like…cheat!!
What is CNN trying to tell us ? Technical problem, then…Hillary wins NC ? What a jock ! Who do you thing is buying this ?
Every time a race is tight, you claim a problem… This is the only way a looser can win a nomination.

shannonL   May 6th, 2008 1:38 pm ET

This is so funny…

Obama supporters have completely forgotten that Obama said he would bomb Pakistan!

They complain about Hillary and Iran…as if Obama never said he would bomb Pakistan.

You people don't even know your own candidate.

Brian from Fort Mill, S.C.   May 6th, 2008 1:39 pm ET

Houston, we have a PROMBLEM!!!

p Coleman   May 6th, 2008 1:39 pm ET

This is a suggestion on the Gas tax holiday.

Since none of these candidates are going to be president this summer, and there are only about 20 days to Memorial day this needs to be proposed by Senator Clinton and McCain and since 1 is Democrat and 1 Republican seems to be reaching across party lines, so all of Congress could vote on this and not be afraid of their future.

Will Bush sign this bill, why not what does he have to loose his approval rating is 28% can't go much lower.

No, this will not do much for me, but for people who have to drive long distances and especially Truck Drivers this could help. I have family that drives a Tractor-Trailer and they are hurting.

Yes the Oil Companies should pick up the cost, and maybe if the members of Congress could try to do something short term to help the average person and both sides come together and send a message to the Oil companies that they have been in control long enough.

Obama does not have to do anything as usual. He will probably still win the nomination, since that is what the DNC desires, and he can just push the not voting button.

Hope that when all of this is over, that Howard Dean is job searching.

JeffRob   May 6th, 2008 1:39 pm ET

Mirta wrote: "Why is it every time there is a photo posted of voters on election day it is of African American voters? They only make up 14% of the population of the USA….I feel like the race card is being played on me all the time now!!!"

Mirta, I think that sounds like a personal problem.

I know some are tired of being called racists (while the rest of us are just tired of racism), and I hear Elizabeth Edwards' point that the first woman is also a very important symbolic statement. But lets keep in mind that because only 14% of the population is Black, our first Black president is, well, a little more symbolic.

Mirta, if you're tired of seeing Black people voting, maybe you should build a time machine.

By the way, because women are 51% of the population, there are many, many of them that would make wonderful Presidents. Even a few that don't lie like it's their job.

FloridaVoter   May 6th, 2008 1:39 pm ET

You can't have the MOST LIBERAL RECORD IN THE US SENATE and expect to win in November!

I am a conservative Democrat and would NEVER go for that!

Dan in CO   May 6th, 2008 1:39 pm ET

Objective Observer in TO…very astute!

You noticed that Hillary's "comeback" began right around the time the Republican's settled their own nomination race.

Kim, PA   May 6th, 2008 1:42 pm ET

you people touting paulvclinton are basically willing to support a convicted drug dealer and felon in dealing illegal trade to Cuba…..

no wonder you support Obama!

you're not doing your research and are puppets just like him.

goodcitizen   May 6th, 2008 1:42 pm ET

Go Hillary, we love you! Our country needs you to turn around. WE NEED BREAD & BUTTER!

Smart American citizens, let's unite together to get our country back. Hillary is THE ONE can let us have hope.

Go Hillary!

Q   May 6th, 2008 1:43 pm ET

Hillary as president riding on her husband coat tails will be the Hirschers of Argentina…after her lies the Argentine president is clueless and driving the country down …….

America needs a uniter not a divider …actually the entire world needs ..no talk of obliterating each other !!

Whoever 08 but not Hillary

Stephany   May 6th, 2008 1:44 pm ET

Obama is the person who brought out the record number of people and new voters all across the country to come out and vote. His voice caused people to listen. He has made a change and he is making a difference. He has made history for all young voters like myself. No politican thought about us except for Obama. Hillary had to change her campiagn theme several times just to relate to Obama's campaign theme for Change. Hope is more then words. It's reality. "President Barack Obama". Barack means Blessed. Therefore, giving him the opportunity to become the next President will be like recieving a blessing from God to heal our nation.

FB   May 6th, 2008 1:44 pm ET

Google "Clinton Outsourcing" for some great info about your favorite candidate.

The choice is yours

Venus   May 6th, 2008 1:45 pm ET

Go get em' rookie Obama!

I pray that you win both states today!

Geri   May 6th, 2008 1:45 pm ET

My god, are you nasty Obama supporters ever going to get a life?? The sun does not rise & set over him. You keep calling Clinton a liar…take a look at how Obama skirts isssues, claims he misspoke, and of course the good old Rev Wright. He lied about that so many times but everyone glossed over that esp the official Obama News Network. He's where he's at because of the racial vote. Most Americans are afraid of the uprising that would happen if he didn't win. If you read the blogs yesterday there was an esp crude one in there and I"m sure many others would follow suit. I'm not a racist and I"m an undecided voter but you people really turn me off on Obama. If this is the type of following he has then we can only imagine what his cabinet would be like. He keeps blaming Clinton for voting for the war, even thouh he wasn't able to vote for it, but how many other people that are on his "team" did vote for it. He talks about old Washington politics…Kennedy, kerry, and how many others have been around Washington forever. They will be the ones advising him. He won't have a script or teleprompter to read off of when he's meeting with foreign leaders so we can look forward to another few years of Bushs stumbling. If you want him to win then please stop the nastiness we get enough of that from his wife. Please print CNN

Hilda   May 6th, 2008 1:46 pm ET

PJ Independent,NEW YORK, who are you the new CNN? Thanks for all that useless information. We don't remember asking!!!!

Media Blackout May 15th, you GO!!!!!!!!!!!

PJ Independent, New York   May 6th, 2008 1:46 pm ET

FloridaVoter- you are absolutely right! You can't be the 'most liberal' and win in a general election. Why do you think Ted Kennedy and John Kerry are supporting Obama. Kennedy and Kerry both tried and lost and yes, they are both VERY liberal! Some of 'old Washington' like Kennedy and Kerry want Obama for their puppet, that's all.

MM/FL   May 6th, 2008 1:46 pm ET

Annonymous,
I don't think she will, I hope she won't, but if she does, then add me and all the young voters to your list.

Wayne, Greenville TX   May 6th, 2008 1:46 pm ET

Anonymous May 6th, 2008 1:04 pm ET

What's a "promblem?"

That's when your prom date throws up on your rented tux. :-)

cory,fl   May 6th, 2008 1:47 pm ET

Hillary = President

Obama = Vice President

McCain = loser

Mary   May 6th, 2008 1:47 pm ET

The sad reality is that this country does not deserve someone as brilliant, thoughtful, honest and dedicated as Barack Obama. The folks who are voting are the same 250 million people who voted Bush in twice…so why would we think that in 8 years they have gotten any better educated or wise. This country's highest rated TV shows in the past few years have been American Idol, Survivor and Monday Night Footbal, enough said.

KBest   May 6th, 2008 1:49 pm ET

Maybe the headline was written by a White reporter who uses his right side to relate with his keyboard (object). Employ more blacks, CNN, so that spelling can be related to more properly with he left side of the brain (subject) lol, lol.

Poor Rev. Wright. Somebody should have told him that 'Silence is golden'. Now he has lost his place amongst all of Americans. I hope he prays for Hilary's win, so that he can be made the Secretary of Religion. Haa haa haa.

Al   May 6th, 2008 1:50 pm ET

Lets see what story Hillary cooks up tonight to stay in the race. Will be interesting for sure.

ree not for obama   May 6th, 2008 1:51 pm ET

Why are you people on CNN sight if you don't like them. I think they have been very fair to the Obama's more so then to the Clinton's.

You Obama supporters are starting to scare me. Also, I don't like the name calling because we are supportering Sen. Clinton.

I am not stupid or a racist. I look at the facts and Obama just doesn't have the experience. He was in a church that was very unAmerican, his wife was not proud to be an American and he has an attitude problem. Infact it is the same attitude I saw in Bush 7 years ago when John McCain ran against him. You say Sen. Clinton is another Bush just look at Obama.

I will be voting for experience in November not lack of experience.

cory,fl   May 6th, 2008 1:51 pm ET

maybe Obama should be the next Dr Phil… since he is just all talk, he hasn't done anything and he thinks he can president, he has a good speech but nothing to back it up, I would love if he said more than just look at my web site to get what he plans to do rather than actually telling us how he is going to do it

GO HILLARY !!!!!!!!!!

steveda - poconos   May 6th, 2008 1:51 pm ET

Jill… he always sounds like Obama, whether you like him or not, he is not putting on facades to get votes, or introducing ridiculous "solutions" to get the vote of the uninformed or desperate. but like I said, its just MY opinion. Disagree if you like, but at least think about it.

Al   May 6th, 2008 1:52 pm ET

Lets see what story Hillary cooks up tonight to stay in the race. Will be interesting for sure.

CNN - Attention Attention - Comment against Hillary BLOCK it.

Jim   May 6th, 2008 1:53 pm ET

How come know will ask obama if he is ashame of his middle name?

demwit   May 6th, 2008 1:54 pm ET

Is CNN's greatest team in politics outsourced from India??

Debby   May 6th, 2008 1:54 pm ET

These blogs are better than reading the tabloids. LOL Boy Obama has some insane supporters. Its a little scary to think of him as President with these nuts voting for him.

vjh   May 6th, 2008 1:54 pm ET

To Philadelphia,PA:

I'm with you sweetie ! Go Obama…..

Debbie   May 6th, 2008 1:54 pm ET

I am still waiting on CNN to talk about the many broken voting machines in North Carolina in the black communities and how many people have been standing for hours this morning.

kimberly   May 6th, 2008 1:56 pm ET

i am so disappointed with CNN's coverage of the democratic primary elections. i've never been so engaged in an election and I am 41 years old…..now I know why? In the past I viewed you're organization as an objective professional news worthy organization (not like FOX news). I would not have believed that your organization, CNN, could be so biased or one sided if I had not seen it for myself. I was an undecided voter but now I am definitely going for OBAMA. What ever happened to integrity and honesty…your organization doesn't have that and neither does Hiliary Clinton.
I have been a loyal viewer for more than 20 years but, not anymore. I will participate in the blackout on May 15, 2008.

GDC   May 6th, 2008 1:56 pm ET

PLEASE Post CNN…….
I'd like to hear FEEDBACK on this from Hillary supporters. (not just 'she will win' or 'the superdelegates will do that'):

If Hillary wins Indiana by 5 or 6 % today and Obama wins NC by 8% today, then it's beyond huge odds for Hillary moving ahead.

She could then when all six remaining primaries by 15% on average, a number she has yet to win a single primary by, and would still need 76% of the remaining superdelegates to reach the golden mark of 2025.

Yet, Obama could then still loose all of the remaining by 15% and only need 33% of the remaining superdelegates to cast their vote for him. He's also done fairly well in the north west during these primaries, where a number of the remaining primaries are. He was last favored in Puerto Rico also (though I have not heard any immediately recent polls for there).

Does anyone really think it's going to help the democratic party in November for her to stay in the race after today? I understand everyone's vote should count, but how harmful is it for her to continue toward the Democratic party winning in November? All McCain has been doing for weeks now is trying to win democratic voters and planning/increasing his finances, while attacking Obama already (much more then he has Hillary, much, much more, because he knows he's most likely the Democratic candidate now).

Final question: Why would a true Democrat, as so many of Hillary's supporters claim they are, vote for McCain? That's just a sign of bitterness and nothing but pride/jealousy. Throw away America's future and it's youth because you were bitter she didn't win. He's old politics, he follows the exact same republican mold that has really hurt this country in the last eight years.

Venus   May 6th, 2008 1:56 pm ET

As an African American -

To all Obama supporters - thank you!

Yes, Obama is getting more black votes but what really bring tears to our eyes and to our family is not the black-votes………… it's people like you - yes it's the white votes for Obama that really gives us HOPE!

Thank you white voters for voting for Obama and showing your support for him!

Again, thank you!

Independent   May 6th, 2008 1:57 pm ET

Go Obama and end this nightmare. Send the Wicked with and her troll husband back to New Yor, or is it Arkansas, or is it Pennsylvania, or is it Texas, or is it Ohio, or is it Illinois? She has claimed so many homes, I can't keep them straight anymore! NO CLINTON IN 2008!!

do good silence   May 6th, 2008 1:57 pm ET

if Obama had used the word "PROMBLEM", his followers would now be saying it is a perfectly good word and it has always been that way.

And they would come after you if you said anything about it.

d   May 6th, 2008 1:57 pm ET

"I will be voting for experience in November not lack of experience"

So you will be voting for McCain over Hilliary no matter what then? Since he has real government experience besides being married to the president and has real military experience besides imagining being under sniper fire?

I really would like some answers here. All you Hill supporters say is EXPERIENCE EXPERIENCE EXPEREINCE, if Hill got the nomination how can you possibly use that argument and vote for hill over McCain then? Its simple, YOU CANT.

steveda - poconos   May 6th, 2008 1:59 pm ET

Jim, why should Barack be ashamed of hismiddle name? Are you ashamed of not knowing the difference between know and no?

LifeLongDemocrat   May 6th, 2008 1:59 pm ET

Something I have noticed when blogging on this site: Many Obama supporters "handles" identify themselves by their race. Why? Does this mean that they are really open-minded without any prejudice in their body? Or does this mean as many of them have said that we Hillary supporters are racists?

One thing I know for sure is that the Obama supporters are very nasty, they are name-callers when it comes to Hillary and Bill and they are uniformed so they make personal attacks instead of discussing issues.

MMMmmmmmm, very interesting!!!!

Go Hillary 2008/2012>>>>>>>>>>>>>>!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

argieman   May 6th, 2008 1:59 pm ET

I want to remark on numbers how many superdelegates have endorsed each candidate since the democratic primaries and caucuses began on January 3:
Barack Obama: 130 (68.5 %)
Hillary Clinton: 60 (31.5%)

Come join the winning side!!!

Go Barack GO

Orange, purple collar, working male not for Dems   May 6th, 2008 1:59 pm ET

Wait the big problem is the 2 Candidates they are choosing from.
Take your money candidate 1 and…
Take your money candidate 2.

Can you Dems please explain what good these 2 yahoos will do for us?

I know, I know, Bush hasn't been the greatest.
And I am not a big McCain backer at all, but the alternative to McCain is a couple of people that want to take away my choices and freedoms and money.
McCain is not the same as Bush. Warwise maybe, but I think and hope thats a big hope, that he would be able to do a better job at the management level of it all. We do need to finish what we started. Don't for 1 second believe that either Obama or Clinton will end this war. This war is going to go on forever. We can go after them or wait until they come after us.

Rene in PA   May 6th, 2008 2:00 pm ET

What a disgrace that some Americans would trade $28 in their pocket in exchange for 100's of other Americans to LOSE THEIR JOBS when the Federal highway programs get cut to make up for budget deficits — because that's what Hillary/McCain's ridiculous gas tax proposal will boil down to.

Yay America!

Yay Stupid people!

…God help us.

kathleen retired Professional w/woman for obama   May 6th, 2008 2:00 pm ET

People who do not vote for Obama because of the horrendous
Media coverage, Have not been told "the truth about the Clinton's
Amazing to me how CNN could have "skipped" the GOOGLE
CLINTON'S AND GOOGLE CLINTONS OUTSOURCING. READ,
BECAUSE CNN WILL NOT TELL YOU!!! BILL'S CHEATING IS NOTHING COMPARED TO WHAT YOU WILL READ ABOUT TWO PEOPLE THAT CAN BE COMPARED TO
"BONNIE AND CLYDES OF MODERN DAY AMERICAN POLITICS."
THE CHEATING WAS NOTHING!!!!

Did EDWARDS hold out for the likes of these people because he
has been promised the V.P. job. That is exactly how the Clintons
work. Their own friends are walking away. That takes courage
because you "DON'T walk away from the Clinton's and not
face wrath.

Vicky Avare   May 6th, 2008 2:01 pm ET

WHY DON'T YOU ANNOUNCE THAT "NO MORE" COMMENTS CAN BE PRINTED "BEFORE" WE SPEND TIME WRITING OUR OPINIONS? WHEN I FINISHED, ABOUT THE EDWARDS LACK OF ENDORSEMENT, IT WAS TOO LATE TO BE VIEWED.

get real   May 6th, 2008 2:02 pm ET

I think that the most troubling thing about Obama is that he is a smart man, but in 20 years he could not figure out that Rev Wright is a racist and anti-American. I don't see any judgement here. Furthermore, I have four kids, and frankly, if my pastor started preaching KKK USA, God D#mn America, and the U.S. Govt gave black people Aids, I would have walked out of that church.

I'm a democrat, but if Obama wins the nomination, my family and I are voting McCain. It's all about Patriotism, and I think if you are going to be Commander-In-Chief, you need a little.

Hillary 08

Chris, Middletown, CT   May 6th, 2008 2:02 pm ET

Obama will take NC….and my hope is that he will take Indiana too - I'm still baffled on how anyone could vote for Clinton….do you guys just forget she made up a sniper attack….changed positions almost daily…etc….etc

Simon J.   May 6th, 2008 2:02 pm ET

Stephany, according to your name theory the next president of US is going to be Ayatolla Khomeyni. This name surely means something good.

kathleen retired Professional w/woman for obama   May 6th, 2008 2:02 pm ET

GOOGLE CLINTON OUTSOURCING AND GOOGLE CLINTON'S!!
It will knock your socks off. Unbelievable. And why did CNN not
report ANY of this! I have lost total respect for the media attacks on
Obama.

Democrat in Iowa   May 6th, 2008 2:03 pm ET

Obama = false hope, no substance, no experience
Clinton = understands the issues, provides viable solutions, many years serving our country.

It kills me that Obama has the nads to actually attack other candidates proposals when he doesn't even have one of his own! Real easy to be critical of other's work where you have none to show for yourself. The more I hear from you, the more I dislike you.

If Obama gets the nomination, the election is over. He's already cried foul when the media took his pillow away - not to forget he's the leading nominee now BECAUSE of the media. Wait until the republicans get their hands on him.

Divided we will fall? Yes we can.

American on the outside looking in!!   May 6th, 2008 2:05 pm ET

I find it to be strange how Hillary puts on a gimmick to be elected and the people still voted for her anyway!! What's up with that? The people want to believe a lie more then the truth!!! I don't understand!! Go Obama Go!!!!!!!

Emmaddy   May 6th, 2008 2:06 pm ET

If Obama is so great, why is there such a divideinthe party? For people who espouse an interest in a new climate in politics you certainly know how to sling the mud at anyone who disagrees with you. You are a disgrace to Obama and are only succeeding in fracturing the Dems even more.

SMS   May 6th, 2008 2:06 pm ET

Don't mean to be offensive, but when I think about the Catholic Church and the pacts that it made with Nazis, I don't know how anyone can remain Catholic. Yet this country elected a Catholic president (JFK) and millions never felt the need to renounce the Catholic Church. My point is, why can't Obama continue to belong to his church even if he doesn't agree w/his pastor? Catholics do it all the time. They stay Catholic even though they don't agree w/the Pope or its teachings.

Jim Richmond   May 6th, 2008 2:07 pm ET

Debbie, you are the prime example of what is wrong with blacks. Cry foul before it even happens. You have a black man who doesn't even deserve to be a mayor, yet he is running to be our president. Blacks should only blame blacks for what has happened to them. I hope blacks don't expect that all of sudden welfare money is going to increase three fold. If obama gets nominated, expect McCain to dominate. No sound minded whites will vote for Obama with his socialist agenda. He has no substance of his own, thus he only attacks other candidates' idea. If Obama gets elected, this country is done. The world will turn to Europe for leadership. That's a fact and we should consider before sending Obama to our Democratic nominee.

Gotta Love It   May 6th, 2008 2:08 pm ET

Other than the health care plan Hillary lifted from Edwards, the only plus I saw listed was that Elizabeth likes the fact a woman is running. Great…but let's not choose this woman.

Everything else seems to be in Obama's court, especially when it comes to business as usual and lobbysts. So let's get on with it NC and IN…let's chose the real leader this country so desperately needs now.

mick   May 6th, 2008 2:09 pm ET

So tired of stupid people saying that the Clinton are negative and run negative adds against Obama, what the hell are they suppose to do agree with him?
You can tell that it is the young voters leading the way here cause they have no idea what they are talking about.
You want to know what is negative? How about the fact that Every little thing the Clintons have done in the past has been out before the campaign had started and Obama had nothing out till the old Rev. came along. Do you think he would have made it this far?
All the bagges Clinton has and she is still here and kicking.

This side of the Mississippi   May 6th, 2008 2:10 pm ET

People are turning out for TRUTH and CHANGE!!!
Rock the vote NC and IN!!

White male for Obama   May 6th, 2008 2:10 pm ET

Oh.. maybe they want the 30cent gax relief propose by Hillary that will never be heard of after today primary.

So. you really think Hillary means her gas tax holiday? Please think again, because she is the last person on the race to u believe. Check the poll, 75% of American do not trust her.

She knew high gax price is what is up this period and she is ran out of ideas and she wants to use it to win your vote. but can you blame her?

You that voted for her even though you know she can deliver her promise is the fool. Hillary didn't fool you , you fool yourself by voting for someone who you do not trust.

You wonder why things are getting worsen because you have always voted for hot air instead of listening to your heart.

Just think , why do you think someone who have lied on every good stories she tell you to bring about the change you need?

She is very interesting talker, but have not shown any of the changes she have proposes.
where is Bill in all this gas tax holiday debates? Bill said that gas tax holiday will not work and it is not aviable way to reduce gas price this summer. You have to reduce your consumption on oil and that will force the price to fall. Hey do you want to use your road money to buy gas? if you drive on rough road you will endup spending more on gas than you save.

A liar is always a liar. Not one time, not 2 times, not 3 times but many times in your face and laugh out about like ooohhhh. you fool….mm well i misspoke, every make mistake,and if you don't like it too bad.

kathleen retired Professional w/woman for obama   May 6th, 2008 2:11 pm ET

You stupid people. You want Hillary and Bill to represent you!
Say goodbye to your jobs. Google Clinton's and GOOGLE
CLINTON'S OUTSOURCING FOR PERSONAL GAIN WHILE
CAMPAIGNING—- WHAT FOOLS ARE WE? ASK PENN?

Dee, MO   May 6th, 2008 2:11 pm ET

No supporters are nastier than Hillary's. How do I know? Her supporters are the ones that will vote for McCain if Obama is the nominee. LMAO

Hillary4President!   May 6th, 2008 2:12 pm ET

Hillary might just win in NC by a narrow margin. I'm a Hillary supporter, like the rest of her supporters, we make phone calls to NC and Indiana. I've made over 50 calls in NC since yesterday, I've converted 15 Obama supporters to her side…….:-)

You see, people are REALIST, they use common sense in casting their vote.

get real   May 6th, 2008 2:12 pm ET

To Tyrone:

Republicans and Independents have voted for Obama in the past primaries. That was before they knew anything about him. Let's see which way the Republicans and Independents vote now.

Go Hillary!

Mark Smith   May 6th, 2008 2:14 pm ET

Why are people so blind to see? Is it merely as simple as her knowing what state she will win, and weeks in advance, calling that state "key", then merely having a ticker-tape speech, to have the media and country fooled into calling that state a crucial victory, a "big" state, regardless of how few votes it provides compared to how many he obtains in states with more votes?

Devae Dolley   May 6th, 2008 2:15 pm ET

May 6th, 2008

I feel like all the analyst for CNN don’t like Barack Obama especially, Lou Dobbs, Anderson Cooper, Glenn Beck and a host of others. I know you guys are closet racist using your media jobs as covers for how you really feel. But, it’s people like you, is the reason why a lot of african americans don’t trust white people. I hope Barack wins and become president even though we all know that this racist country is still not ready for a black president and probably will never be. And the reason I say that is because, I see how you closet racist are making sure that working white anglo americans understand (by continuing to glorify the ignorance statements of rev.wright) that we donot need to vote for this nigg**, oops I mean senator Obama. One thing is for sure all you racist SOB’s have to see the face of God.

James   May 6th, 2008 2:15 pm ET

So what is the over/under on what time Obama's campaign or one of his support groups goes to federal court to get hand-picked african american precincts to stay open later? Did it in Ohio and they tried in PA.

Kristin, WI   May 6th, 2008 2:15 pm ET

Open letter to the Obama supporters,

You all idolize your candidate because he speaks of change. Have you forgotten that this was George W's mantra 8 years ago? He was going to change Washington & unite the country. Well, look at what that got us.

If you think that Obama's sweet talking ways are going to change an embedded system like the federal government, you are as naive as you are superficial. And you are so naive to think that Obama is not a liar and typical politician. This man is no more perfect than any other politician, he just speaks of such an inspirational message that you are all too blind to see the truth.

Obama's message is inspirational, but not realistic. Do you honestly think the politicians (that we have all elected) are going to follow Obama simply because of his sweet talking? What competency has he demonstrated that gives him any credibility with the Washington insiders?

We are in the middle of some of the worst crises ever facing this country - a recession, two wars, outrageous gas prices, and inflation rising at a rate that nobody will be able to keep up with. Yet we are willing to turn over our country to an inexperienced man, who if he wins, will have been elected on the basis of race (yes, I said it, now the Obama supporters can call me racist) and because he is an eloquent speaker.

I have never been so dismayed by the superficiality and naivete of our citizens. You will all be sorely disappointed by the lack of change that Obama will bring to Washington, should he be elected. Oh, and you'll be disappointed by the amount of taxes you'll be paying under an Obama administration as well.

Mat   May 6th, 2008 2:16 pm ET

What a mess - Hillary supporters calling Obama voters crazy radicals, Obama supporters calling Hillary voters tricked, mind washed idiots! Spin and media inside help is what this campaign has turned into - it's great that we have the freedom to do this in America but from what started last year as a presidential election the Dems' should have walked is now turning into a race they can't win. I'm sick of the spin and lies - neither Obama or Clinton are looking electable the longer this goes on! Obama gets the nominee, the republicans will go to town on him and destroy him - if Clinton gets it the Republicans will really enjoying making her out to be the crazy white lady that can't be trustred and will lead this country to a terrible dimise! Face it, the longer this goes on and the more dirt that is thrown the less and less people will want either of these two as President!

Sean   May 6th, 2008 2:16 pm ET

Some of your Blog readers need to get a life go outside breath some fresh air . Critizing spelling errors, in a world of acronyms who really is that concerned.
Slow news day when this is all they can critize.

Mary May King   May 6th, 2008 2:17 pm ET

The capacity of human beings to bore one another seems to be vastly greater than that of any other animal.
- HL Mencken

Chis   May 6th, 2008 2:17 pm ET

NO BIGOTS IN THE WHITE HOUSE!!!

GO HILLARY!!!

Rita   May 6th, 2008 2:17 pm ET

Lately I have been seeing more and more voters bringing the PeterVClinton scandal to the forefront but where is the news media on this? What is the purpose of their silence? Are they part of the machine that opposes Barack Obama's nomination to the White House? I for one am sick of this race when it clearly is about the numbers. The nominee has been chosen. The clinton's have political pull and campaign workers who are knee deep in just about every scandal there is involving the Clinton's. Take a good look at all of the pardons made by Bill Clinton in the last days of his Presidency, there you will see the names of all their co-conspirators. America please do some investigative work. If you haven't a computer than go to your local libraries and do some research before you cast your vote.

DemocracyNow2008   May 6th, 2008 2:19 pm ET

CNN has a Problem with the word.
CNN lets get some live coverage of all those voting for Obama in both North Carolina and Indiana.

Today is Obama day in the USA.

I hope Obama wins both states tonight when its all over .

The people have had enough even if CNN and the rest of the news media want this to go on we don't

Hillary needs to dropout after Tuesday she can never win and will not get the nomination period.

Obama will get alot more SuperDelegates after Tuesday's Primaries are over .

Its over the Hill for Hillary .

I will remember you Hillary Bosnia sniper fire,Cafta=Mark Penn,Nafta=Canada,The Gasoline Scam that McCain came up with and you tried to seel to the American voters,and lastly I will remember how you would blow up Iran if elected President.

Goodbye Crazy Lady goodbye

Reggie   May 6th, 2008 2:20 pm ET

Hey "HILLARY 4 PRESIDENT"

I made 60 calls since yesterday, and converted 16 Clinton supporters to Obama's side!

Simon J.   May 6th, 2008 2:20 pm ET

Debby,
you are as right as my right test… sorry. Hand.
People say they saw a couple of white guys with huge (and I mean HUGE) screwdrivers crawling from machine to machine (in black communities) screwing those machines!

Tawana   May 6th, 2008 2:21 pm ET

At a political forum last night our supervisor of elections said that the state of Indiana purged over 10% of their voters (1.1 million) from the rolls this year. Of those purged, about 10% were from Lake County (Gary, Indiana). If there isn't a problem at the polls, I would be impressed.

Julie   May 6th, 2008 2:21 pm ET

Obama is 50% American, 6.5% African 43.5% Arab

So I think that makes him Arab-American does it not?
now maybe this is not correct.
maybe it is !

Which would mean he has some more explaining to do,to the African American communities.

And that HE is a lie.

jay   May 6th, 2008 2:21 pm ET

Barack Obama is NOT good enough for America.

White male for Obama   May 6th, 2008 2:21 pm ET

Jim Richmond well said, i guess you should run for the presidency. You will manage the country very well as it seems you cry fowl about Obama.

Okay you might not be a black man who collect welfer, because you have work, but not everyone is fortunately as you are.

Tell us what position have you held or currently have?

you can't criticise Obama for running for presidency if you have no experience of your own.

Michigan and Florida   May 6th, 2008 2:22 pm ET

And just how do Hillary supporters know that Obama supporters are nastier than Hillary's - becuase they are in agreement with Obama and Obama supporters that Michigan and Florida have no right to hear their voices heard. You bet I would not vote for Obama if he gets the nomination and Florida and Michigan are left out. If that happens Obama would be a cheater and would deserve losing.

steveda - poconos   May 6th, 2008 2:22 pm ET

Doies it ever occur to anyone that republicans are attacking Obama for a reason? Because they KNOW they can beat Hillary in November. She has too much baggage, told too many lies, and if the Peter Paul lawsuit actually occurs in October when it is scheduled she may spend election night in jail. Now tell me, who will be more electable, an honest albeit inexperienced (according to the Hillary crew) candidate or a convicted felon??? Hmmmm….

Mike - Texas   May 6th, 2008 2:22 pm ET

A heavy democratic turnout in a Republican state.

Interesting!!!

ocaidel   May 6th, 2008 2:23 pm ET

CNN what is the promblem in your office? please engage H. clinton to check spellings for you, since she is good at checking people's pastors.

Aces full of Kings   May 6th, 2008 2:24 pm ET

Dee, Susan, and all the rest of you in Missouri, do you see now that McCain and Hillary are working together. I think John is grooming his new running mate. Remember the fable of the wolf in sheep's clothes.

vjh   May 6th, 2008 2:25 pm ET

To Hillary4President! :
Maybe the '15′ people just wanted to get you off the phone, you know, like getting rid of a telemarketer.

Ashley in FL   May 6th, 2008 2:25 pm ET

Okay first of all, May 6th, 2008 1:23 pm ET Ric, you are ridiculous.

Second, how about all of you people who act like you care about Florida and Michigan voters just stop all your pretending. The reason our primary was moved up was because of our REPUBLICAN governor wanting to vote on a tax ammendment. He did it knowing what the party rules are so lets back off. Hillary never fought for our votes to be counted until she started to lose which is one of many reasons why I do not trust her. So all of you people who are so upset that our votes are not being counted, why don't you talk to Charlie Crist? I'm all for having our votes being counted, but there is no fair way or cheap way to do this now. But thanks for caring.

Susie   May 6th, 2008 2:26 pm ET

I'm crossing my fingers for Hillary. Obama has brought back racism to our country.

Shelsea Lav   May 6th, 2008 2:26 pm ET

"WHO ARE THE PROBLEMS"?… CNN & Billary

Vote Obama 08

I know I won't appear…but I did it anyway…
Love Obama

thompson, S.   May 6th, 2008 2:26 pm ET

I also read that Senator Obama has accepted money from lobbyists & very little of that has been reported. Also information about Senator Obama's early childhood, raised in the Muslim faith & sent to Jakarta to be educated by radical Muslims. Why is none of this asked of Senator Obama in the debates? Only the most recent information of his minister in Chicago has been mentioned.

I would also like to know why he did not recognize the flag & show allegience during the playing of the National Anthem? How can some one be commander & chief & not recognize the U. S. Flag?
S. Thompson

Moses, Ca.   May 6th, 2008 2:27 pm ET

C'mon Indy & NC, lets do this thang. I was born in Kinston NC , go get them Cuz and gang

David   May 6th, 2008 2:28 pm ET

I find it interesting that "the poll of polls" show Hillary bein g up three points in Indiana, but when reviewing the polls themselves, Fox news has an incredibly large outlier which skews the data. In short, If you get rid of the Fox News poll, then Obama is up in Indiana.

Now, why would Fox have Hillary up in the polls by a large double digit margin, when all other organizations have Obama up (but within the margin of error).

Something stinks really badly about this.

Cathy in Indiana   May 6th, 2008 2:28 pm ET

60 old white lady, Mo:

You like CNN needs to use spell check or get and education .
Try dictionary to find out what "loose" means.
I voted for HILLARY TODAY
so did my friends and family.
We will vote for JOHN MCCAIN if Obama is nominee !

Krystyna from Chicago for HILLARY !!!   May 6th, 2008 2:28 pm ET

Hillary is better and stronger to win the nomination for democratics.
HILLARY is more electable than Obama (empty speacher, cares only about to seat in the WHITE HOUSE, as he have done in CHICAGO beeing linked to REZKO !!!!!!!! CORRUPTION !!!!!!
I can't trust this guy, no way!!!!! he will win !!!!!
People are smarter, than he things.
Americans VOTE for HILLARY !!!!!!

Trey L.   May 6th, 2008 2:28 pm ET

Finally we have a candidate to vote for that's actually a gentleman…..he's smart, he neither white or black. I don't get the problem white folks got with Obama…….(or could it be that he's not all white)! I know you guys won't print this but sometimes the truth hurts!
Why would I want the most important man in the world to be as smart as myself or my friends?
if you question my thoughts just look at the guy that "yall voted for cause you wanted to have a beer with" has done to our country!
Give me a Geek with some knowledge of real life situation and my drink of beer would taste better and I'd have enough gas to get to the store to buy it.

Cecile   May 6th, 2008 2:28 pm ET

Republicans are voting for BILLARY AND ARE CALLING IN TO REPORT TO RUSH LIMBAUGH!

Ron   May 6th, 2008 2:29 pm ET

What is it that the majority of CNN news stories lead with Senator Clinton first? Regardless of whom I am supporting, Senator Obama is the clear leader in the race so it would seem more accurate to lead with him. Additionally, the first round of quotes and the benefits that the Clinton campaign would reap are typically the lead of any story. While I have discarded such remarks as CNN as the Clinton News Network, I do have say that there is a general bias in reporting that seems to favor her. This includes more photos of her, first quotes, benefits to her campaign, and general lead articles about her bid for the White House.
CNN should stay neutral, give us balanced reporting and stay with the facts…give each candidate equally time and don't be distracted by husbands/ex-presidents or church pastors. Let's see fair and balanced reporting about all the candidates.

Liz   May 6th, 2008 2:29 pm ET

If you really want to see changes in the way our government is run then vote for Obama! It is that simple people. If you want to look at Bill and Hillary for the next four years, hear her lies, witness her inability to compromise, and watch our government continue to do more for special interest groups then vote for Hillary. Just don't whine and complain when nothing changes!!
Go Obama!!! We may not always like what you say - but you will be honest with the American people! That is exactly what we need!!

Cathy in Indiana   May 6th, 2008 2:29 pm ET

60 old white lady, Mo:

You like CNN needs to use spell check or get and education .
Try dictionary to find out what "loose" means.
I voted for HILLARY TODAY
so did my friends and family.
We will vote for JOHN MCCAIN if Obama is nominee !

jeni   May 6th, 2008 2:30 pm ET

Math is a wonderful indicator - do the Math Hillary and bow out while you still have a bit of crediHILLBILLitY. Otherwise it could create a PROMBLEM for you. You know and I know Obama offers a radically needed change in Washington in place of your Bushy ideas and when you do the Math correctly he us waaay ahead. You are very bright yet your vanity will be your demise. God Bless the USA.

Navy Vet.   May 6th, 2008 2:30 pm ET

I hate that so many people are making fun of people with speach "promblems".

Just Joking. My fingers develop speach promblems too sometimes.

I just hope that CNN won't play out the drama too late tonight on the "too close to call" game.

Love the blogs! Keep it up.

why do you put your demographic info here?   May 6th, 2008 2:30 pm ET

to all the idiots out there like Kathleen who put their demographic info on their post….NO ONE CARES!

what difference does it make if you are a retired white woman who likes Obama???
Why do you feel like you have to point that out to everyone.

It's idiots like you that allow stereotypes to stay alive.

Alice in Florida   May 6th, 2008 2:32 pm ET

If Obama wins the Democratic nomination, I am voting for McCain in November. Barack s