May 7, 2008
Posted: 11:05 AM ET

From
CNN

Watch Mitt Romney's interview with John Roberts

(CNN)— Former presidential contender Mitt Romney increased his criticism of Democratic presidential candidate Barack Obama Wednesday taking direct aim at Obama’s experience, telling CNN’s John Roberts that “the presidency of the United States is not an internship.”

“He can read a prompter very well and energize a crowd,” said Romney. “But he has not accomplished anything during his life in terms of legislation, or leading an enterprise, or making a business work, or a city work, or a state work. He really has very little experience.”

The former Massachusetts governor, who has been mentioned as a possible running mate for presumptive Republican nominee John McCain, said voters will ultimately choose a candidate who has “been tested and proven” — a central theme of McCain’s primary and general election campaigns.

Filed under: John McCain • Mitt Romney


Scott Hughes ATL   May 7th, 2008 2:35 pm ET

Mitt who???

Didn't he run for something?

Was it City counsel? or was it president of the student body? I can't remember… I just know I recognize his name from somewhere…

NoVoteYet   May 7th, 2008 2:36 pm ET

SHUT UP, LOSER

Scott Hughes ATL   May 7th, 2008 2:36 pm ET

He makes me throw up in my mouth a little bit too..

Scott Hughes ATL   May 7th, 2008 2:36 pm ET

Mitt is full of something that rhymes with his name…

Drew, Central FL   May 7th, 2008 2:37 pm ET

And yet, he's actually performed better than all his opponents. Envy is an ugly thing Mitt. Your words carry very little weight.

mazola   May 7th, 2008 2:38 pm ET

Useless Romney…just shutup……if you were that good, you would have been the republican nominee…

Val   May 7th, 2008 2:39 pm ET

Romney is just sucking up to McCain, hoping to be selected as the running mate.

just silly.

Steve in DC   May 7th, 2008 2:40 pm ET

Last time I checked…this guy was a loser.

Cindy in Pennsylvania   May 7th, 2008 2:40 pm ET

Most intelligent comment I've heard so far.

Mercy from Michigan   May 7th, 2008 2:40 pm ET

This is soooo obvious! trying to make Obama look "inexperienced" so that people vote for Hillary and then… McCain will be president! No sir!

Chris   May 7th, 2008 2:40 pm ET

As far as I can tell through personal experience, Mormons are pretty racist. It is very apparent with Romney's stance on Obama (and Gleen Beck). It is interesting to note that Romney ran using Obama's campaign motto "Chance" . What a hypocrite. I am glad he will not be leading our country.

Brian from Fort Mill, S.C.   May 7th, 2008 2:40 pm ET

Romney is right. The presidency is not an internship.

Maybe Barack Obama can hire Romney as an intern. He sure as hell couldn't win the presidency.

Or maybe he could hire Hillary as an intern. That could get REALLY interesting!

The Dude   May 7th, 2008 2:40 pm ET

Well, he has ran a very successful campaign… Something Mit Romney failed to acomplish.

Common Sense '08!

Sharon Minnesota   May 7th, 2008 2:40 pm ET

Here come the Republicans. I'd rather vote for a Morman than a man who has a radical mentor like J. Wright.

Go Hillary   May 7th, 2008 2:41 pm ET

Funny how a Republican makes the most sense when it comes to summarizing Obummer.

Ryan   May 7th, 2008 2:41 pm ET

Sour grapes?

Mary   May 7th, 2008 2:41 pm ET

No it's not an internship that's the reason you're not in the running.

God Bless America   May 7th, 2008 2:41 pm ET

Like the people chose you………..A candidate who has "been tested and proven". Ha<HA<HA (LOL)

Rebecca   May 7th, 2008 2:42 pm ET

Mitt, being the President is not being the CEO of the United States. You can attempt to redefine the job of the President but the US Constition says otherwise. You might want to read it. The President is Commander in Chief of the United States Military and the United States of America is not a business. The United States of America is a country with the responsiblity to it's citizens, not just lining the super rich with more money. We actually have values here in the US that have been ignored for way too long that you know nothing about. I hope you run as VP, you will be destroyed.

HSNP   May 7th, 2008 2:42 pm ET

He is exactly correct.

David   May 7th, 2008 2:43 pm ET

Who is this guy again? :)

And why should his opinion matter at all? Maybe he should try to come up with an better reason for dropping out of the Rep. race. After all he tried to make the claim that he dropped out because to stay in the race would embolden the "enemy".

This guy is as much of a JOKE as McCain and Hillary with respect to USING 9-11 for political reasons.

Independent   May 7th, 2008 2:43 pm ET

Romney out acting as McCain's attack dog? Maybe those rumors of him getting the Republican VP slot are true.

Samantha   May 7th, 2008 2:43 pm ET

Well one thing he's accomplished that you haven't - he's going to be our party's nominee.

DON'T YOU HAVE SOME EMPLOYEES TO LAYOFF SOMEWHERE?

Marika   May 7th, 2008 2:44 pm ET

Romney is so out of touch. He needs to worry about his hair and shut up with the experience argument. Hillary has already tried that so called fight statement and it hasn't stuck.. please the Romney and is conservative party are the past and have no connection with American People

Jonelle4Obama   May 7th, 2008 2:44 pm ET

Apparently this "intern" will be the Democratic nominee while your sitting at home watching the debates on television.

Mike   May 7th, 2008 2:44 pm ET

Romney,

You are the biggest fraud in modern day politics. Actually, you a used car salesman sums it up perfectly.

I am a strong Repuplican supporter and I don't believe the American people respect you enough to see you on the McCain ticket as VP. McCain do us all a favor and select Gov Sandford from SC or Charlie Crist from FL.

Romney's Opionion….Hahahahah…what a joke!

McCain 08

Tampa Votes Barack Obama   May 7th, 2008 2:44 pm ET

Operation Chaos continues…

Zittaw   May 7th, 2008 2:45 pm ET

Pathetic…sounds like a Clinton support…crawl back in your hole now!

obama supporter   May 7th, 2008 2:45 pm ET

who the hell cares what romney thinks, unlike him barack is still in the race and look as if he is our nominee
so to romney get a life

Tara   May 7th, 2008 2:45 pm ET

He's had experience making the state of Illinois work and the U.S. Senate. Romney is a sore loser. He's adopting operation chaos tactics.

walda   May 7th, 2008 2:45 pm ET

look whose talking…he's so desperate…he'll aim for vice president

Karl Rove, Crawford Texas   May 7th, 2008 2:45 pm ET

i could bag groceries with those things under Romney's eyes

Democrats for Clinton or McCain   May 7th, 2008 2:46 pm ET

Oh, but did you forget that he was a "community organizer?" If that's not preparation for the most important job in the world, I don't know what is!

Nikki, Florida   May 7th, 2008 2:46 pm ET

Huh…what do you know about it? Didn't the murder statistics go up in Boston when you ran things? What about the tunnel collapsing that you did nothing about?

Being governor isn't an internship either, Mitt!!! You slimy dog!

Anonymous   May 7th, 2008 2:46 pm ET

Well ROmney- neither is the Oval Office a back room office for business sleaze such as yourself.

Tracy---Indianapolis, IN   May 7th, 2008 2:46 pm ET

If you know so much why aren't you the nominee of your party???????????? Jealous, perhaps that you couldn't beat an old man………..

Obama 08

ok   May 7th, 2008 2:46 pm ET

Obama is still standing. Romney, Obama is better than you in everything including experience. If you were that good, why did you spend millions of dollars of your own money but still could not beat a weaker candidate like McCain. The answer is Obama is better than Romney and all Republican candidates.

Diing   May 7th, 2008 2:46 pm ET

Last time i checked, Romney made the case for himself, but to no avail. He needs to chill out!.

SJM   May 7th, 2008 2:46 pm ET

McCain/Romney '08

mark b   May 7th, 2008 2:47 pm ET

“been tested and proven"
-bush has accomplished things during his life (w/oil money) in terms of legislation, & leading an enterprise, & making a business work, & a city work, or a state work. He really hashad much experience but look where it has gotten us.

SlimSista   May 7th, 2008 2:47 pm ET

ROMNEY…OBAMA DOESN'T READ FROM A TELEPROMPTER LIKE MCCAIN DOES……STOP THE SPIN….

OBAMA '08

Mellymel   May 7th, 2008 2:47 pm ET

Says the person who lost their fight for the nomination after wasting 40 million of his own money. Screw you Mitt Romney!

Theresa, Ohio   May 7th, 2008 2:48 pm ET

Wow.. Romney loves Clinton.

They are the only loosers who financied their loosing campaigns. You messed up MA. May be you thought it was an internship too.

alexis   May 7th, 2008 2:48 pm ET

That's right, Mitt, your experience organizing the Olympic Games really qualifies you for leadership in our country. Give me a break.

Dennis   May 7th, 2008 2:48 pm ET

Thanks for the news flash, Mr. Romney. Apparently your own party didn't think much of your experience, so what you have to say about Obama's doesn't really sway me. Funny how he narrowly tailored his criticism to avoid criticizing Senator McCain when many parts of it apply equally to him as well.

Romney is a Joke   May 7th, 2008 2:48 pm ET

Now we have to listen to this guy? What a slimeball.

Independent99999   May 7th, 2008 2:49 pm ET

Shut up, Romney.
It is people who are voting for Obama
If you only perceived Obama's victory as good speaker to the teleprompter, it shows why you lost so badly

melikeyhill   May 7th, 2008 2:49 pm ET

….and romney thinks his opinions matter…hahahahahaha looosssseeer!

Raphael Tx   May 7th, 2008 2:50 pm ET

Way to go Romney tell it like it is. Many democrats fell the same way as Romney and it is showing in the primaries. Obama has no shot in winning the general election.

Indiana   May 7th, 2008 2:50 pm ET

We know it's not an intern its a real job, that's why they let you go! Save it!

Mikeman3000   May 7th, 2008 2:50 pm ET

This should show everyone how great this fight has been for Barack Obama. I'm guessing that you are all as tired of this argument as I am. This subject has been beaten down so much that no one wants to hear it anymore. You can thank Clinton for cleaning out Barack's closet and using up the whole "inexperience" argument all up. The republicans have nothing left unless they just want to retread old ground.

Bill   May 7th, 2008 2:50 pm ET

Romney ,…you can make speeches about the Bush War. You are a big supporter, and cheerleader for war, but you, or your sons never served our country in the military. You are a phony. One of your accomplishments has been to put Americans out of work. Why don't you go buy some country. You tried to buy the presidency. Will you claim that as a loss on your taxes?

OBAMA CANNOT WIN IN NOVEMBER!!!   May 7th, 2008 2:50 pm ET

THEY HAVE ALREADY STARTED!!!!!!

OBAMA WILL NEVER SEE THE INSIDE OF THE WHITE HOUSE UNLESS HE GOES ON A TOUR!!!!

HILLARY IS THE BEST CANDIDATE!!!!!!

IF SHE GETS SCREWED OUT OF THIS THERE IS HALF OF THE COUNTRY WITH BAD FEELINGS!!!!!

WE DO NOT NEED A RACIST IN THE WHITE HOUSE!!!!!!!

NO OBAMA!!!!!!!!

Tim in NC   May 7th, 2008 2:51 pm ET

Keep talking Romney,

The angrier you make the Dems the more they'll turn out to put McCain in his (political) grave.

Airborne   May 7th, 2008 2:51 pm ET

I hate this guy…..so phony

mama4obama   May 7th, 2008 2:51 pm ET

If what we have had was "experience" then I will take a rooky!

jyfranca   May 7th, 2008 2:51 pm ET

I was fan of romney and i didnt like Huckabee but now i think huckabee is the only truly politician, viva huckabee

Annamica, OH   May 7th, 2008 2:52 pm ET

Romney you're not only a hottie, you've proved you can deduct information any reasonable adult should be able to do!

Hillary 08

Democrat, NC   May 7th, 2008 2:52 pm ET

And you could not beat McCain but Obama will.

Michelle   May 7th, 2008 2:52 pm ET

lol…this from the guy that dropped about 40M of his own money and lost.

don from canada   May 7th, 2008 2:53 pm ET

Go away Mitt your out remember you couldn't even beat MCSAME a 70 yr old man lol

Cammi317   May 7th, 2008 2:53 pm ET

Sore loser…LOL.

Ostriches burying our heads in the sand   May 7th, 2008 2:54 pm ET

Mitt putting a foot into his mouth……..Nothing new here!

Lee WV   May 7th, 2008 2:55 pm ET

How much experience at president does Romney,McCain or Clinton have under their belts?

Ugo   May 7th, 2008 2:56 pm ET

This is coming from a looser who failed miserably in his presidential bid.

paul   May 7th, 2008 2:57 pm ET

you are a looser how can you tell a winner what to do.

Shirley-Ohio   May 7th, 2008 2:57 pm ET

Whatever Loser.

catcar   May 7th, 2008 2:58 pm ET

With all of the "experience" that the Washington insiders have had, how come they can't get anything done? I say Obama is the only hope for change!

Kevin Leo (Jonesboro, GA)   May 7th, 2008 2:58 pm ET

Romney's 15 minutes of fame have been expired for some time now. Go away and let the adults talk.

jr   May 7th, 2008 2:59 pm ET

Romney's right it's not an internship. That's why he was asked to exit stage right as soon as he was.

AJ, IL   May 7th, 2008 3:00 pm ET

Mitt Romney is a loser, although a rich one. His selection as the McCain's VP would be a gift to the Democrats. But McCain would not run with Romney, McCain strongly dislikes Romney. Romney ran the second-most negative campaign of this presidential nomination season after Hillary. McCain wants Romney help financially and that's all.

Helene   May 7th, 2008 3:00 pm ET

Obama doesn't need a teleprompter like old McCain. And as far as I know he does not confuse the Shiites and the Sunnis repeatedly (even with Joe Judas Lieberman's help).

fred   May 7th, 2008 3:00 pm ET

Tim in NC, wrong-O

AJ, IL   May 7th, 2008 3:01 pm ET

Why does CNN give airtime to people like Mitt Romney and Lenny Dave?

Blake   May 7th, 2008 3:02 pm ET

His campain seems to work better then yours did. Maybe you can have a job in 2012 as a "here's how NOT to run a campaign" manager.

proud army and navy mom   May 7th, 2008 3:03 pm ET

don't hate…. appreciate.
Sen Obama has accomplished more than you did and he didn't have to spend 40 million of his own money to do it.
so whose a rookie? that's right old boy…you!

Joseph, Los Angeles California   May 7th, 2008 3:03 pm ET

I'm so happy Romney will never be president of this country. The right wing machine is starting already. It won't work this time.

Ryan   May 7th, 2008 3:04 pm ET

I just remember his commercials…with the stupid accent and all. Im Mitt Romneh and i support this message. It sounded like he didnt know how to say his last name

40 Mill Gone!!!   May 7th, 2008 3:04 pm ET

Who cares what he thinks!!!

He should have donated 40 million to charity, because it sure didn't help him buy the GOP Nomination!!!

Maybe Hillary, McCain and Romney should be on the same ticket. They think alike!!!

Drew   May 7th, 2008 3:05 pm ET

"wahhhhh i wanna be president" - romney

Sunil from Reno   May 7th, 2008 3:05 pm ET

It's obvious he's trying to suck up to McCain. By the way Mitt, the President of the United States doesn't need alot of experience as long as he has a solid cabinet to advise him. The most important thing is judgement. Obviously u don't have any.

Freida NYC   May 7th, 2008 3:06 pm ET

Mitt, I agree with you 150%. I hope America realizes this before November, and say NO to Obama.

Eddie   May 7th, 2008 3:08 pm ET

Maybe he jealous of Obama,because he could not win.Mitt is part of the most racist church in the world and most of the men in this church are child molesters and polygamist.Mitt you loser go suck something.

Kris from AZ   May 7th, 2008 3:08 pm ET

Obama has about as much experience as Hillary does. Barack has been in the state senate. He has experience. Give me a break Romney I or we can just be glad you are not running. You could never get this far.

Barbara, Canada   May 7th, 2008 3:09 pm ET

I am enjoying this, its good to see the DEM's fighting against the GOP for a change. Its seems that phase 2 of the political campaigning has started. You guys have me so hooked I cannot even do my job (lol)

S   May 7th, 2008 3:10 pm ET

Romney was once a CEO but he couldn't run a successful campaign, so why should any only listenn to him.

Next!

Unshrub   May 7th, 2008 3:10 pm ET

Isn't Romney the guy who follows McCain around like a puppy?

Indiana Voter   May 7th, 2008 3:10 pm ET

If Romney is so knowledgeable about what it takes to be president, why did he flunk out so fast?

No McCain   May 7th, 2008 3:11 pm ET

Hey Romney , you were not even a good businessman. Look how much you spent in this primary and what you got out of it. No one asked for your advise - the only time you are not lying is when you are not talking

Aaron   May 7th, 2008 3:11 pm ET

And the Presidency shouldn't be won based on daddy's accomplishments. That mistake has already been made.

Mitt, you are transparent and irrelevant.

Bayou Joe   May 7th, 2008 3:12 pm ET

You said it Mitt. This is not Ameican Idol we are voting for. This is for the most powerful position in the world. No way will Obama get my vote. Nor that of my family and friends.

He has been exposed. Thank you Hillary. The Nation owes you.
We will remember in 2012.

Frank   May 7th, 2008 3:12 pm ET

And McCain's experience has led to what?
Unnecesary war and an economy in shambles.

Baby B   May 7th, 2008 3:12 pm ET

Amen to Romney!

jim   May 7th, 2008 3:13 pm ET

obama has made it farther than you ever can romney and his still goin strong, your a disgrace

LucieLee   May 7th, 2008 3:13 pm ET

Mitt Romney….you are a fool…….What's your explanation for why Barack Obama is the nominee and you are such a loser….?

Karen - Branson MO   May 7th, 2008 3:14 pm ET

P.S. John McCain is also NOT TESTED & PROVEN! He's never been a governor nor a president either.

I wish the two candidates would stop trying to sound like they have experience being a president…THEY DO NOT!

Common Sense   May 7th, 2008 3:14 pm ET

next

Tired of your retoric   May 7th, 2008 3:14 pm ET

its not abusiness either, go away romney. you have to respect people to be elected, thats why you are not there……….

mcd   May 7th, 2008 3:15 pm ET

where is teh news on Obama's 4 super delegates he netted today CNN?

Kevin Taglang   May 7th, 2008 3:15 pm ET

I am wondering what accomplishments — in terms of legislation, or leading an enterprise, or making a business work, or a city work, or a state work — that Mr Romney can point to that Sen McCain has done.

mcd   May 7th, 2008 3:15 pm ET

He has as much experience- if not more - then JFK and Abe Lincoln… I think that solves that argument.

Sue   May 7th, 2008 3:16 pm ET

Didn't he LOSE?

David Twigger   May 7th, 2008 3:16 pm ET

Not a fan BUT makes sense - Sorry Obama fans but he's not ready -not even close!! If Obama Wins - McCain is in!!

Terryl   May 7th, 2008 3:16 pm ET

Mitt Romney would be a much better president than any of the present candidates. The country just isn't ready for a moral leader like him. We'll see how far the country gets under Obama's leadership, unless we're lucky and McCain wins. Go Romney!

James   May 7th, 2008 3:17 pm ET

Romney nailed this. Great with a pre-rehearsed speach. Other than that, Obama is an empty suit.

sb   May 7th, 2008 3:18 pm ET

Mitt Mormon has no Foreign policy, Armed Services, Health care reform or Home security experience. He doesn't even drink. His biggest experience is breeding.

Bitter Tommy Hussein in St. Louis   May 7th, 2008 3:19 pm ET

Wow, Romney is a condescending jerk. Obama made it farther than he did.

WillSap   May 7th, 2008 3:19 pm ET

Didn't he run a Successful Campaing. shouldn't that be the real barometer?!?

Michael M.   May 7th, 2008 3:19 pm ET

If this election year was only about experience, Romney was suppose to be in the white house by now.

Pandering   May 7th, 2008 3:19 pm ET

I guess Romney can't even qualify for an internship job…such a loser!

Pandering   May 7th, 2008 3:20 pm ET

Get a life and stop kissing up to McBush for some cabinet position! You are on the wrong team loser!!

Omar from NC   May 7th, 2008 3:21 pm ET

Mitt Romney, what a fool.

Annie   May 7th, 2008 3:21 pm ET

Though I am no Republican, I couldn't agree more. I wish the sheep that follow Obama and buy into his empty rhetoric looked at experience rather than 'charm.'

RealityKing   May 7th, 2008 3:21 pm ET

Affirmitive Action may have gotten Obama his college degrees at Harvard, but it's not going to get him the presidency.

Anne E.   May 7th, 2008 3:22 pm ET

You have five sons, none of whom have ponied up to go and serve their country in a "war" you support…..you are all without honor.

Jon   May 7th, 2008 3:23 pm ET

I like how the Obama supporters choose to simply attack Romney instead of defending Obama's record and experience.

kathleen,retired Professional w/woman for obama   May 7th, 2008 3:23 pm ET

Romney might be rich but he is a loser in my opinion. He don't
belong in Politics. We are trying to get rid of people like him.

kathleen,retired Professional w/woman for obama   May 7th, 2008 3:24 pm ET

Now, who is more likable, McCain or Romney? Neither.

Evie   May 7th, 2008 3:25 pm ET

What a schmuck! Get out of the spotlight, Romney, no one invited you onto the stage.

DJ in Virginia   May 7th, 2008 3:25 pm ET

Romney is a lunatic. Obama is still and in the race and is about to win the Democratic nomination, while Romney got knocked out months ago. He has no room to criticize anybody.

Obama 2008

Teresa of Newport Bch   May 7th, 2008 3:26 pm ET

Well, Romeny until you finish internship training and graduate from whatever school you claim to attend…..Maybe you should take Obama 101 course on the subject: YES. WE CAN

Harrison   May 7th, 2008 3:27 pm ET

Wow - here is a guy whose opinion I'd value!!!! We have sooooo much in common. I mean I have $100 and he has $100 million……..

Blow Me CNN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!   May 7th, 2008 3:29 pm ET

Hey all of you CNN moderator jerks, you have not posted one of my comments yet!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! How about not stacking the political deck and post a comment that makes sense.

The Voice   May 7th, 2008 3:29 pm ET

He does have a point, but experience doesn't mean anything, specially the way the old goverment has been running things. Tough Call.

Support your candidate and check out mifavpolitician.com, has some cool humorous stuff!!!

Darth Vadik, CA   May 7th, 2008 3:29 pm ET

Romney is the one to talk.
Good God these Republicans project so much, they think just because they are crooks, then everybody must be.

Obama supporters are sad   May 7th, 2008 3:29 pm ET

love how the Obama supporters choose to simply attack Romney instead of defending Obama's record and experience.

Scary.scary…

Wayne   May 7th, 2008 3:30 pm ET

Besides Rev. Wright, this is the first person to clearly describe Obama

Chris   May 7th, 2008 3:30 pm ET

Hey Romney you loss!!! LOL

Toniette   May 7th, 2008 3:30 pm ET

You can't "prepare" for the Presidency. You have to BE the President in order to have presidential experience. I mean, just because you babysit doesn't mean that you have the experience to be a mom. You learn all of that on the job! PUHlease shut up, Mittens!

Darth Vadik, CA   May 7th, 2008 3:31 pm ET

Well we saw how good the preofessionals with suits did in 7 years, God forbid we put a hard working Democrat in the White House.

carlo   May 7th, 2008 3:32 pm ET

Obama doesn't need a teleprompter, but if he did, at least he can see it, unlike McSame. Romney, if you need something to do, why don't you go and help your fellow congregants in Texas get their kids out of the hands of those fathers/molesters/ I don't know what to call them. You are in no position to talk about anyone, Mr. Romney, because you, like Hillary, don't know when to let go, spending $40 million of your own money.

BTW Mitt, your hair is messed up.

RAY   May 7th, 2008 3:32 pm ET

Roomney is right. we can't believe Obama's promises, because he's never accomplished anything as a leader even a senator.

Farrell, Houston, Tx   May 7th, 2008 3:32 pm ET

Someone needs to tell Romney the presidency isn't any place for "quitters. Mr. Romney you disappoint me.

Kenneth TX   May 7th, 2008 3:32 pm ET

OK! To run are not to run, that is the question. The race is not for the swift but the one that endures to the end… Romney what happened? OOOOO you are trying for second place. What a waste!

Bella from Florida   May 7th, 2008 3:32 pm ET

If Obama wins Mccain is in. I lke that. Obama is an inexperienced Senator who has zero accomplishments has a Senator. So get used to it .He will not win.

A.K.   May 7th, 2008 3:32 pm ET

Guess I'll have to start saving my comments to repost them as CNN refuses to clear them repeatedly.

raf   May 7th, 2008 3:32 pm ET

To sharon, freida (and the 50% who say will vote Mccain)

Sure , why not? vote for sending more of my relatives and buddies to go get killed or dismembered, what's the big deal?

but the way I see it, the other 50% of decent and true democrats who do not share your insanity will make the difference.

I just hope you wont bitterly regret it sometime, this is the kind of things that do not happen only to others, meditate!

Uncle Sam   May 7th, 2008 3:33 pm ET

If you were looking to fill an executive position, would you hire the candidate with impressive interviewing skills but no record of accomplishment?

Wayne   May 7th, 2008 3:33 pm ET

Teresa, YES WE CAN ………WHAT. He has NO MORE. Obama can not give details, just say Change. Can any democrat tell me what Obama really stands for? His cloest supporters Hate America. He is inexperienced. The only thing he has going is his looks. We don't need a pretty president.

Trollmaster   May 7th, 2008 3:33 pm ET

Now that Romney is no longer running is his 5 sons going to enlist to fight in Iraq or are they going to use the chickenhawk excuse that they're serving their country in other ways?

Frank   May 7th, 2008 3:34 pm ET

CNN: please post! It is sad that our country and our nation may be ruled by a guy that has truely little experience! This shows how shallow our people have become, and just how easy it is to brain wash them and make them believe in empty promisses! The day that Obama gets the nomination of the Democratic Party will be a very sad day, and if he gets to the White House, it will be a true tragedy for our nation since we will prove once again where we set our standards and our values. But perhaps that is reality and we need to deal with it!!!

CNN why are you not posting my comments???   May 7th, 2008 3:34 pm ET

Obama supporters are sad May 7th, 2008 3:29 pm ET

love how the Obama supporters choose to simply attack Romney instead of defending Obama's record and experience.

Scary.scary…
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What do u believe are the experiences a candidate should possess to run for president???? .. anyone?????????????????????

JOSEPH   May 7th, 2008 3:34 pm ET

GETTING IT RIGHT AND KEEPING IT RIGHT IS EVERYONE'S RESPONSIBILITY. LIFTING UP OUR IS WHAT WE ALL SHOULD BE DOING. MITT DON'T HAVE ANY EXPERIENCE IN THE PRESIDENT'S OFFICE. WHEN WAS HE THERE?

McMillan   May 7th, 2008 3:34 pm ET

This man is very arrogant, self-absorbed and thank goodness he wasted so much money and did not get anywhere in his selfish ambition of winning power by all means.

Reggy Mack   May 7th, 2008 3:35 pm ET

Who cares what Romney says. Romney, the people has already spoken on your behalf and checked the loser box. We know that the presidency of the United States is not an internship but the way you got beat by McCain made you look like an intern. You have the nerve to talk about Obama. Check out the record votes, the big crowds, and the big lead, Romney. He has received 10 times more votes than you. I believe that the people know more than you dummy. It really trips out that pin heads like you think that you know more than the millions and millions of Baracks fans. Now! Do you smell what Barack is cooking

E.M.Jordan/NJ   May 7th, 2008 3:35 pm ET

There is nothing sad about Obama Supporters what's sad is that Hillary and people like her continue to Slander this man. That is the sad thing and she has about a snowball chance in hell of winning and she is still around. It is not about attacking it's about seeing people for who and what they stand for.

rsharm   May 7th, 2008 3:35 pm ET

It is a fact that talkers are not always doers, and Obama now needs to talk more about HOW will be accomplish rather than WHAT will he accomplish.

Texas Terry   May 7th, 2008 3:35 pm ET

I could not agree with Mr. Romney more. Barack Obama can come back when he has graduated from the school of government. We have no time to "break him in". We have enough of a mess on our hands right now.

R.I.F.   May 7th, 2008 3:35 pm ET

Sharon Minnesota May 7th, 2008 2:40 pm ET

Here come the Republicans. I'd rather vote for a Morman than a man who has a radical mentor like J. Wright.
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So you are a Republican! Thanks for clearing that up. You have been spewing lies and hate against Obama this whole campaign. Now at least you've finally stopped hiding behind the vail. BTW.. the Hannity hate blogs are at foxnews.com.

Thank you

Jacob   May 7th, 2008 3:35 pm ET

Hey Romney can you tell me what good you did for the people of my state?

As i recall the public overwhelmingly rejected you and your politics with Healy as your heir.

Maybe you should listen to your own advice and get out of the VP bid. It isn't an internship.

Louis   May 7th, 2008 3:36 pm ET

My question to Willard Milton Romney (his real name, look it up)–how did all those years of McCain's experience benefit us? His experience in supporting the Iraq war has brought us the worst foreign policy debacle in America's history, wasting 600 billion dollars, 4,000 brave soldiers dead, tens of thousands injured, with no end in sight after 5 years of combat. The last thing the American people need is a hot-tempered, superstitious, old guard Commander-in-Chief.

Chyrel Wallace-Jackson, Chicago Illinois   May 7th, 2008 3:36 pm ET

Gentlepersons strap on your seat belts this is the start of a very long and bumpy ride.

John, NC   May 7th, 2008 3:36 pm ET

And you are? Well, well Mitt I believe you are a loser!

Liz, Buffalo NY   May 7th, 2008 3:37 pm ET

Oh, come on now!
And really what has McCain accomplished while in the Senate all these years?
Talk about elitists, him and his billionaire wife, are the ones totally out of touch with main street America.
Obama will beat McCain without a problem! That's something that Romney couldn't even do himself.

Obama '08

FONZI, an independent.   May 7th, 2008 3:37 pm ET

Could someone tell Romney to mind his buisness.?

McCain needs more help from Romney with conservatives and executing a better sense of judgement aka Iraq war, the oil tax credit, more than Obama needs Romney unsolicited opinion.

Steve   May 7th, 2008 3:37 pm ET

Look who talking..lolllllllll

Go tell that to that illiterate Republican name George W. Bush.

All I have to say to Romney (The anti Christ) is that McCain flip, flops more than you ever could. Yet he used that against you to defeat you. And now you're giving advise????

Oh! Sure whatever..Lolll

IS THERE ANYONE HERE WHO WOULD VOTE FOR GEORGE W, BUSH BASED ON HIS EIGHT YEARS EXPERIENCE AS THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATED????

Fed_up2   May 7th, 2008 3:37 pm ET

Hey Mitt. If you pay attention you'll learn something from President Barack Obama.

Patty Atlanta GA   May 7th, 2008 3:38 pm ET

Nor is it a place for people who believe we are Aliens from Planet Kolob and follow a false profit!

You opinion is meaningless!

No one gets practice being president. It would be an intership for McCain too…that is if he isnt too busy committing adultery.

bob toano   May 7th, 2008 3:39 pm ET

Mr Romney, great point, running the country is not an internship. It takes a lot of real life experiences outside of the Washington scene. Kind of the point you made when running for president. Oh, by the way running a presidentail primary campaign isn't an internship either, as you so aptly found out. Your father was my governor. What a great man. You certainly have some of his traits, but if he were alive I think he would hope you would move a little more to the center.

Bitter - New Orleans, LA   May 7th, 2008 3:39 pm ET

Willsap said
"Didn't he run a Successful Campaing. shouldn't that be the real barometer?!?"

That means he'd a make a good campaign leader…

Actually, it's his campaign leader that should be praised…he's done all the work. Obama's just gives speeches that they write for him. The man can't even manage to vote 'yes' or 'no' half the time.

tidho   May 7th, 2008 3:39 pm ET

Well the lack of experience argument worked really well for Clinton, lol.

The purpose of gaining is experience is so you're able to aply it and execure good judgement.

…like not going into Iraq even when its popular.
…like not backing an idiotic gas holiday even when its popular.

hmmm.

Mark from outside   May 7th, 2008 3:39 pm ET

The US presidency is a jobb intervue, i dont see why so many people waste there time and back a canidate that has no expeirence. i never thought the US would be so influenced by the media. i was wrong in 2000/ 2004. Im glad i live in europe so i can see how the rest of the world looks at our canidates and how are people dont put two and two together to elect the best possible person to run our country. At least Mr Romney has run a successfull company. Running a succesfull campaign is no indicator, Mr Bush has done that for years.

seyi   May 7th, 2008 3:40 pm ET

Yeah, coz you interned during your campaign… By the way Obama is still in the contest and you are not. At least give it to Mitt! He left the race gracefully, he should be sharing best practices with Hillary.

Debbie   May 7th, 2008 3:40 pm ET

Stop hating Romney. Your own party didn't want you. Look what all of the current administration experience did for us. We have never been in so much debt, had 2 maybe 3 wars going on at the same time, had our economy so bad you have to choose gas or food, had more lost jobs. Maybe a little wisdom with the white house experience is what we need. Judge a person by how they run their campaign and runs their house. This is how they will run the country.

voter in AR   May 7th, 2008 3:40 pm ET

Hey! Here's an original thought.

Instead of experience being a CEO or politician, how about we require our candidates to have experience being and working with REGULAR people.

That way we won't approach the job as a business and sell everthing out to the highest bidder.

joe   May 7th, 2008 3:40 pm ET

Sir, don;t forget how much you paid for each delegate that is more than anybody else who runs for higher office.

BK   May 7th, 2008 3:41 pm ET

He is correct. You should be voting with your mind instead of your heart. Dumb people.

Margi   May 7th, 2008 3:41 pm ET

He was asked what he thought about the gas tax holiday and he would not answer. He knows it's stupid.

shannonL   May 7th, 2008 3:41 pm ET

Wow, you Obama supporters are nuts.

Romney makes a valid point.

It doesn't matter how hard you work or how smart you are…if you have no exerience in what you are doing…then it is on the job training.

Jo Ann   May 7th, 2008 3:42 pm ET

Romey should just shut up better still CNN should stop listerning to him he is has been as for as the presidential race is concern. All of his money could not buy it for him. or is he just trying to John McCain vice president. I sure hope not.

Alabama4Obama   May 7th, 2008 3:43 pm ET

The Republican Machine is in full swing now that Obama has shut down Clinton. But next time pick a Republican that people actually respect to do the heavy lifting. Mitt Romney is a hen-pecked loser. Hey Mitt, go ask your wife for some more money…oh wait, you already blew $40M.

Gerard,MI   May 7th, 2008 3:44 pm ET

Oh yes Mr Romney comes out of
his Mansion in some rich suburb
to let everyone know his opnions
on leadership skills and that
experience quality….-laughs-…

MMN - Milwaukee WI   May 7th, 2008 3:44 pm ET

Romney is this your way of remaining relevant?

Of all people Romney, whose experience made him think he can buy a nomination and failed miserably. Don’t forget your history Romney, best experience of by James Buchanan the US 5th president who couldn’t master good leadership only 2nd to GWB.

Hillary 08   May 7th, 2008 3:44 pm ET

Chris, you are saying that Mitt's comment on Obama is racist!?! Really now? Because you know that "Mormans are racist"? WOW.

Why do I bother reading these blogs? They just make me mad!

Bitter - New Orleans, LA   May 7th, 2008 3:44 pm ET

Darth said
"Well we saw how good the preofessionals with suits did in 7 years, God forbid we put a hard working Democrat in the White House."

Worked hard? At what? He's a professional campaigner.

Still waiting for all you obamafans to start defending his successes and experience. No, you attack Mitt and the others because you have nothing to defend. Wake up…

I want a president who can make a decision. Not one that will talk on both sides of the fence and vote 'present'.

David, Santa Rosa, CA   May 7th, 2008 3:45 pm ET

Another ego trying make itself relevent.

The party is over for Obama and Clinton. Time for us Dems to circle the wagons, we can't have men like Romney and McCain dictating this race and the needs of US Citizen.

joel from Miami   May 7th, 2008 3:45 pm ET

HEY Mitt are you still alive, I thougth you were in jail in Texas for molesting children

TEE   May 7th, 2008 3:46 pm ET

CAN'T WAIT UNTIL YOU HAVE TO CALL HIM PRESIDENT OBAMA
YOU SHOULD WONDER HOW GRANDPA BEAT YOU

melikeyhill   May 7th, 2008 3:46 pm ET

Romney please shut up! you will never be president!

DJ, LA, CA   May 7th, 2008 3:47 pm ET

Romney go back to your billionaire business life and stay out of politics. Funny hearing that criticism when your only claim to fame was governor of MA. You don't have a single day of experience in your life serving the federal government.

Not to mention you're automatically disqualified by strapping your poor dog to the roof of your car when you take vacations.

TYPICAL   May 7th, 2008 3:47 pm ET

What Mitt said must really get to you people! why? Because, he's right and you know it~ Obama, at best is a rookie and will be eaten alive in the general! He cant even talk properly without a prepared speech in front of him! I guess, I can be just as mean and nasty as some of you…..Only, I can put together sentences and spell properly!

democratsareloosing   May 7th, 2008 3:47 pm ET

Romney is right, Obama should just leave this alone, him and that Clinton thing should stay where they are and let us republicans runs this country the right way. The hell with raising taxes for the wealthy, stop paying for the poor…….get a job…work hard and stop asking the government for help……this is America…work for your money or get out ! move to Canada you poor folks…. !

Brian from Fort Mill, S.C.   May 7th, 2008 3:47 pm ET

RealityKing:

Are you suggesting that all successful black people rely on Affirmative Action?

Well, you're right.
And we all eat fried chicken and collard greens.
And we all love rap music.

In fact, every single stereotype that you have ever heard about us blacks are true.

Now, I want you to drive to the nearest ghetto, pull up to the first black man you see, and ask him if everything I told you was true.

I'll wait.

dave   May 7th, 2008 3:48 pm ET

what about obama's voting record…..?
where do you stand on this issue? well i'll vote present that way no one really knows where i stand on the issue at hand and this way i don't have to take a stance….i'll just ride the fence and wait it out.

Pete in Canada   May 7th, 2008 3:48 pm ET

The Ford Pinto was tested and proven too!

MMN - Milwaukee WI   May 7th, 2008 3:48 pm ET

Correction 15th president

Romney is this your way of remaining relevant?

Of all people Romney, whose experience made him think he can buy a nomination and failed miserably. Don’t forget your history Romney, best experience of James Buchanan the US 15th president who couldn’t master good leadership only 2nd to GWB.

He was elected five times to the House of Representatives; then, after an interlude as Minister to Russia, served for a decade in the Senate. He became Polk's Secretary of State and Pierce's Minister to Great Britain.

The Voice of Truth   May 7th, 2008 3:49 pm ET

For those interjections of Clinton supporters… Really? So you think Hillary's experience in taking international trips makes her a good president? Taking credit for bills she had little to do with? So you think fictional sniper fire is also actual experience? Riding on Bill's coat tails? Not being able to keep him faithful while in office? Mudslinging? Fuzzy math and not being able to keep her word (she and Obama agreed before hand that Michigan and Florida would not count so Obama did not even have his name on the Michigan ballot nor did he put as much effort in Chad State, Florida… the "Best Count It Again" State…

dave   May 7th, 2008 3:49 pm ET

what about obama's voting record…..?
where do you stand on this issue? well i'll vote present that way no one really knows where i stand on the issue at hand and this way i don't have to take a stance….i'll just ride the fence and wait it out.

BK   May 7th, 2008 3:49 pm ET

No teleprompter and no prepared speech- no Obama. I would much rather have someone that loves their country than a anti-american, white hater.

Jay Graham, Dallas, TX   May 7th, 2008 3:49 pm ET

Obama will have to answer these kind of tough questions and prove that he is as capable as McCain. Preeching stump speeches are diiferent than running for president's job.

Jessica, MI   May 7th, 2008 3:49 pm ET

Mitt Romney is such a tool.

to poster at 3:29 - it's absolutely true that Obama does not have the same type of "experience" as a governor such as Romney. However, this election, I'm banking on the abilities of a HIGHLY INTELLIGENT (opposite of Bush and most Republican candidates) individual who does have legislative experience, successful community organization and litigation experience, and a firm grasp on the US Constitution, to lead our country back to prosperity and respectability.

Sorry if you think that's "sad" and/or "scary"

scarystuff   May 7th, 2008 3:49 pm ET

Is Romney really Damien from Omen (remember Omen 3 where he becomes president?) I seriously think the guy is evil, and not in the good way either. Anybody who buys his CR@P is seriously deluded. When this guy disses a candidate it is a seriously good indication that the "dissed" candidate is a rather good choice. gObama baby!!!

MJB   May 7th, 2008 3:49 pm ET

OMG, this guy was born on second and thinks he hit a triple and now he's bad-mouthing a dude who is about to hit it out of the park all on his own merits???!!!!!!!!!!!!

Mucho Pathetico… Go be McCain's lapdog, Mitt… We all know you were the GOP's ignorant base's first choice… Sorry you couldn't buy the nomination for yourself with the moderates, though - Loser…

Sweet hair gel, too… Seriously, Gordon Gecko called, him and Bud Fox want their "look" back…

Gerard   May 7th, 2008 3:49 pm ET

Hillary Clinton it is you the wealthy and well connected with earnings of 110 millions.

Conflicts of interest in Dubai, Cayman Islands and trade speeches in Columbia.

Taking care of our negleted troops when you voted for the war. It is an insult the gas tax break and now asking for more money to fund your campaign.

You are full of nonsense, BRING OUT THE SHOVEL AND SPLUNGER

FRANK   May 7th, 2008 3:49 pm ET

WELL IT IS ALMOST OFFICIAL WE WILL HAVE AT LEAST 4 MORE YEARS OF REPUBLICAN RULE. THE DEMS WILL HAND OVER ALL HOPE OF WINNING BACK THE WHITE HOUSE WHEN THEY INDORSE OBAMA!! I CANT WAIT FOR THE REPUBLICANS TO GET AHOLD OF HIM AND ALL HIS ISSUES… LOL IT WILL BE FUN TO WATCH HIM FALL IN THE FALL.

CLINTON DEMOCRATS FOR MCAIN!!

THIS WILL BE THE 1ST TIME I VOTE FOR A REPUBLICAN

FL-Democratic Leaning Independant   May 7th, 2008 3:50 pm ET

Romney is a JOKE… AND A LOSER

Rayshaun, New York   May 7th, 2008 3:50 pm ET

Well let me tell Mitt Something, If not knowing a thing about the economy as Mccain has said, embracing the economic agenda of a president that has sunk our economy to record lows, supporting an immoral, illegal and unjustified war based on a lie, and suggesting we should comit our selves their in Iraq for 100 years is a measure of an experienced candidate, then I'd rather take the inexperienced Obama any day.

a message for Romney   May 7th, 2008 3:51 pm ET

Obama is a strong and effective leader. He is managing a very successful campaign, like a true CEO. Some of this business-related evidence, which Spinomney should understand well, but refuses to acknowledge because he cares more about maintaining the NeoCon/fiscal conservative/right-wing idealist grip on power:

Obama has selected advisors that have provided him with sound advice throughout his campaign, as evidenced by his ability to bounce back time and time again in the face of numerous challenges, and to rise from being the underdog to becoming and remaining the frontrunner.

He has stayed on message throughout his campaign. This continuity shows clarity of mind and forward-thinking vision, both true leadership qualities.

He has responded to public criticisms by creating committees to deal with the new issues. This shows he is great at delegating responsibility and at responding quickly to unexpected events, which every successful business must do.

When he has received advice unbecoming his core principles, he has pushed back at his advisors in a responsible and non-overbearing way. He has made the necessary efforts at every turn to manage the tone of his campaign. Sometimes he has been a bit slower than some of the media and public would like, but he has shown it is because he is thoughtful. A true leader truly leads and is not simply pushed around by his/her handlers.

He knows how to inspire people for a cause that they then willingly participate in and contribute time, resources and money to. It's the ultimate business model: give the people what they already want! Who in business can argue with that?

He has communicated a message that resonates with ALL demographics. Isn't that what every businessman wants, to reach every demographic with the product?

Obama has tapped into internet fundraising more successfully than any other candidate ever. This shows he understands how to raise money, so important and necessary in politics (unfortunately).

Obama only has very minor debt which can be paid off easily when loans come due. This shows he knows how to manage large budgets. UNLIKE Spinomney or Spinillary, he has not used his own funds to try and stay afloat, because he hasn't needed to.

He has created a new brand with very effective logos. This shows that he understands how to communicate and advertise, and how to key into how the consumers/the public thinks.

O8AMA will continue to be a good leader because he surrounds himself with wise advisors, uses balanced judgment, and course-corrects as necessary to stay on-message and on-principle.

In conclusion, let he who has not sinned among you cast the first stone…

Jiddy   May 7th, 2008 3:51 pm ET

Can someone ask this master flipflopper to keep his mouth permanently SHUT!!! This game is for the MEN, not errand boys like Romney. If he is so experience how come Grandpa McCain defeats him in an uncontested republican primary.

Robin   May 7th, 2008 3:52 pm ET

When a looser talks…

One Top Gun   May 7th, 2008 3:52 pm ET

George Bush has proven that Presidency isn't an internship. However, he still got the job based on nepotism and good old boy network. The experience he brought to the position was poor. At least the presumptive Democrat nominee is intelligent enough to do the job.

Stephina   May 7th, 2008 3:52 pm ET

Mitt - you are absolutely right!!

McCain/Romney in 2008!!!

rose, texas   May 7th, 2008 3:53 pm ET

way 2 go romney, tell all those obama supporter what they need 2 hear. and this is just the beginning , the republicans r going 2 have a field day with him.. when the y finish with him believe he won't b standing. so let him enjoy it now. i will vote mccain in nov.

Scott, NY NY   May 7th, 2008 3:53 pm ET

Hey Mitt, you could learn alot from Obama. Like how to run a successful presidential campaign!

Randy - Denver   May 7th, 2008 3:54 pm ET

So what, pray tell, are the REQUIREMENTS to be president? Do you have to run a state first? Someone should tell that to Lincoln, How about running a large corporAZtion someone should ahve told that to Washington, or a city? Nope Addams did not do any of those things either, How about a military hero? That cannot be it Kennedy did not do that.. as a matter of fact Kennedy is the closest we have had to someone with the same experiance as Obama.. he was doing alright and times then were a BIT harder than now you see today we are not under immediate threat of nuclear attack like we were then, today our biggest problems are recovery from the disaster that resident of the White House put us in. I think we will do just fine with Obama running things and who knows maybe the world will come back to us since we will talk with them again lets give it a try it is better than "Bomb Bomb Bomb Iran song and a gas tax cut (that she had no intention of doing she never even drafted a bill to try to make it happen)

Ok... I'll post in chunk even CNN can manage...   May 7th, 2008 3:54 pm ET

For those interjections of Clinton supporters… Really? So you think Hillary's experience in taking international trips makes her a good president? Taking credit for bills she had little to do with? So you think fictional sniper fire is also actual experience? … cont

Sam   May 7th, 2008 3:54 pm ET

Get a life Romney. He's going to be president and you're not, sorry!

Ok... I'll post in chunk even CNN can manage...   May 7th, 2008 3:54 pm ET

Riding on Bill's coat tails? Not being able to keep him faithful while in office? Mudslinging? Fuzzy math and not being able to keep her word (she and Obama agreed before hand that Michigan and Florida would not count so Obama did not even have his name on the Michigan ballot nor did he put as much effort in Chad State, Florida… the "Best Count It Again" State…

Chanda-Cincinnati Ohio   May 7th, 2008 3:55 pm ET

I find it very interesting that EVERYONE keeps saying Obama does not ahve enough experience? how much experience does Hillary really have? and McCain's socalled experience is not worth much these days with the mess Georege W. has made of this country. Obama has actually gotten the uninsured or under insured medical coverage in teh state of Illinois…hillary has just promised coverage. obama has actually gotten people in training programs and employed in the state of Illinois…Hillary PROMISED NY 200,000 new jobs and they have not seen any of them. Obama can keep his campaign from goin into debt…hillary can not stay out of debt. Obam as authored or co-authored meaningful legislation on Capitol hill…Hillary's legislation has gotten the Syracuse LaCrosse Polo team ( or some other sport like that) recognized for their national title. He has not been jaded and corrupted by the DC status quo, and I would bet my money on his fresh ideas over Hillary, and McCain tired ways any day of the week and twice on Sundays!! Shut up Mitt…McCain is not going to ask you to be his VP!!!

FloridaVoter   May 7th, 2008 3:55 pm ET

You nailed it Mitt! You can't "wing" being president. Now is NOT the time to try something new…there is too much at stake!

HILLARY OR MCCAIN in 08!!!
HILLARY OR MCCAIN in 08!!!
HILLARY OR MCCAIN in 08!!!

wwf   May 7th, 2008 3:55 pm ET

Lets put it this way Romney had better not be McCains running mate if you want to get anything done in congress. I have not heard this man say anything the leads me to believe that he is the type of person who is willing to work with others of another party. The best thing that happened to the Republicans was that he is not their candidate. If he ends up being the vp candidate, I for one would never vote Republican, regardless of the Democrats mess. I am an Indpendent who is still checking out both.

John   May 7th, 2008 3:55 pm ET

Ha ha Romneys an Idoiot and couldn't buy his way in, his comments mean nothing except to tell the people how trivial he is. Obama will roll over the GOP all you rich people take out your check books.

Eli of Stockbridge   May 7th, 2008 3:55 pm ET

I agree with Romney on this point. Where we seperate in thought is in the fact that Linclon, Kennedy and even George Washington himself where new commers to Pennsylvania Ave and thus received the oppurtunity to change this great country without clinging hands at their coat tales. It's the right time, a time in need of new focus. Get with it America, let a young man pick up the baton, bring youth and fresh wisdom to D.C.

ken   May 7th, 2008 3:56 pm ET

yeah, and dubya really came into office with a long list of accomplishments. the bar has been lowered so much by this administration that anybody would be an improvement. does mitt think he's the presumptive vice presidential canditate? as an obama supporter, we couldn't ask for a more defeatable ticket.

JLW   May 7th, 2008 3:56 pm ET

Romney has a valid point. I am a Clinton supporter but will vote for Obama if he is the nominee ( however ill that thought makes me) however I do not believe for a second that he will win the White House. The black vote is not enought to carry him and he hasn't done anything of real importants in politics, so a lot of people aren't going to be feeling Obama. They will vote for what they know instead of taking a chance on someone with no experience plus factor in the angry Clinton supporters and the people who would never vote for a black man and he just won't have the numbers. Its sad and very unfortunate for the American people but it is the truth.

Marshall in Nebraska   May 7th, 2008 3:56 pm ET

I believe there has never been a president that was 100% qualified for the job. The president learns most of the job through the job training. Mitt really was no more qualified than any one else to do the job.

but wait...   May 7th, 2008 3:57 pm ET

look at what all of your republicans "experience" got us:

a trillion dollar war
a tanking economy
$4/gallon gas
a mortgage crisis
4000 (and counting) dead soldiers
the katrina fiasco
a crumbling infrastructure
et cetera, et cetera

so kindly miss me with all that, shut up, and go somewhere and sit down… loser

and what kind of name is mitt, anyway?

Bonita   May 7th, 2008 3:57 pm ET

Mitt - WHO CARES WHAT YOU THINK???

God awful people   May 7th, 2008 3:57 pm ET

Well Rommney- you have just gotten a taste of the kind of hateful people John McCain will be dealing with if Obama gets the nomination. You guys sure are the lucky ones hey!!

mndharmas   May 7th, 2008 3:58 pm ET

well Romney is not living in the economic disaster like the rest of us .He doesn't realize this "novice" has already changed the electoral process.
no pandering , straight honest statements. what acn be a prepartion fro the Commander in chief position , no state givernership or legislation can help. it is integrity and sound strong character.

One of the famous emperors of INDIA , AKBAR was illiterate,
it is the judgement that matters

Dusacre   May 7th, 2008 3:58 pm ET

Oh poor Romney,

Attacking Obama will not give you the VP nomination that you are begging McCain to give you.

Read your holy book . You will find many leaders in that book have far less experience than Obama…

Maybe God cannot inspire or choose a black man to lead.

If you were that good why did you not win the nomination of your party? You had more money than McCain.

Shame on you Romney to suggest that Obama "has not accomplished anything during his life…"

I have news for you. Obama has touched the lives of millions of people for better. Isn't it the greatest measure of leadership?

Obama has overcome more adversities in life than you who were born in privilege. Or maybe according to your holy book, he was not as good as you in pre-existence? I forget, Obama is a black man so he has the course of Cain? LOL

Go away Romney!

Photon Torpedo Dallas, TX   May 7th, 2008 3:58 pm ET

Wow, as a country we are "fearless" internationally intervening in world affairs, wars, oppression, etc. Too bad we are so "fearful" of our own domestic issues whether it be politics, gender, race, religion. Mitt and his like-minded Republican allies are the politics of fear….and unfortuanately so is Senator Clinton.

Turn the page, move on.

Yes We Can & Yes We Should
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