May 8, 2008
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Wolf Blitzer interviewed Obama Thursday. (AP Photo)

WASHINGTON (CNN) – Having interviewed Senator Barack Obama on several occasions in recent years, I must say he seemed very relaxed and at ease when we spoke in The Situation Room today. On earlier occasions, he often seemed more wound up and intense. That was certainly true during the four Democratic presidential debates that I moderated over the past year. On this day, however, he seemed very comfortable and very confident. And with good reason.

I showed him the new issue of Time magazine, which features him on the cover, along with the words: “And the winner is…” Asked for his reaction, he said: “I don’t want to be jinxed. We’ve still got some work to do.” It reminded me of superstitious athletes who fear having their picture on the cover of Sports Illustrated.

Obama could not have been more effusive in his praise of Hillary Clinton. He kept calling her an “extraordinary” candidate. In response to a video question from a CNN I-Reporter, he said Senator Clinton would certainly be “on anybody’s short list” as a vice presidential running mate. “But it would be presumptuous of me at this point when she is still actively running, when she is highly favored to win two of the next three contests, for me to somehow suggest that she should be a running mate,” he said. “At this point, I think we have to resolve this process and then we can figure it out.”

While he had nice things to say about Hillary Clinton, he didn’t hold back in criticizing his other opponent, John McCain, on a host of domestic economic and national security issues. He seemed ready to move on to the next chapter of his campaign.

Filed under: Barack Obama • Wolf Blitzer


joyce   May 8th, 2008 4:03 pm ET

of course he is comfortable

Debby   May 8th, 2008 4:04 pm ET

Wolf did you even ask him when he is going to Iraq to see whats taking place on the ground there???????? He is so worried about McCain's repeating of what Hamas said, that Obama doesn't have a foreign policy clue whats going on there. Of course he is at ease he is a good used car salesmen.

The Dude   May 8th, 2008 4:04 pm ET

All right!

Democrats Unite '08!

Jason   May 8th, 2008 4:04 pm ET

These guys just make me sick (both Obama and Blitzer) I can't even tune into this network anymore. I can't imagine our country giving the reins of power over to an inexperienced community organizer (whatever that is?) I believe the Chicago Mafia is behind this.

Sylvia   May 8th, 2008 4:04 pm ET

Wolf, you REALY show your bias
I thought journalists are supposed to be UNbiased????

Pepou   May 8th, 2008 4:05 pm ET

He is our next President and I am overjoyed by the thought.

Sharon   May 8th, 2008 4:06 pm ET

President Obama !!

Has a nice ring to it.

Independent   May 8th, 2008 4:07 pm ET

See - he has nice things to say about Hillary Clinton. Just like he always congratulates her when she wins a primary.

Maybe all of you people saying you wouldn't vote for Obama should take a second look and realize he is a genuinely nice, respectful guy.

Louis   May 8th, 2008 4:07 pm ET

I'm glad that he's being such a good sport.

West Virginia   May 8th, 2008 4:08 pm ET

I wonder if Hillary Clinton is the one that make and change rules for the Democratics party whenever she wants. Now Hillary Cliton state that if the Democratics party has the rules that the Republicans have she would be the nominee long time ego. I suggest that Hillary go run as a Republican candidate if she wants their rules. Rules are rules; Florida and Michigan had mess up their chances to have their delegates sit and I believe that it not to Hillary's power to tell the DNC how to sit them delegates. These delegates from these two state should not be seated at all. The Democratics party is losing its standard by seating Florida and Michigan and in the future any state could just say well I am doing my primary in such and such date because Florida and Michigan did it and they get away with it. Obama needs to be careful with any proposal from Hillary Clinton.

CHICANO ART, ARIZONA   May 8th, 2008 4:08 pm ET

I wonder if Obama would be so calm if he actually debated Hillary. In the past debates he did his best to agree with Hillary. Now that there are some clear policy differences he is afraid of a debate. He has not locked this nomination up yet and if Michigan and Florida are not included in the DNC Convention I will leave the party. He has a lot to be neverous about still.

B / NYC   May 8th, 2008 4:09 pm ET

Wolf…
With all due respect… Half of the Democratic Party hates Senator Obama and will NEVER vote for him…
He's dreaming… Pretty full of himself!!!

for the good of the democratic party   May 8th, 2008 4:09 pm ET

that's my boy, he IS comfortable and he is a GENUINE. praising Hillary even after the train wreck of a compaign she has run is a stand up move. Obama will be great for this country and I can't wait for the day he is elected. He has truly inspired me and my family on what the american people are capable of.

god bless Obama and god bless america!

i hope the superdelegates will all call Clinton and tell her to show the same grace in bowing out as Obama has shown the last few days in praising her. He is setting the stage and it would be a great time for Clinton to start praising him. Our party will be so strong and united, we will literally trounce Mccain.

SUPERDELEGATE   May 8th, 2008 4:09 pm ET

America and the whole world will be at ease when Obama becomes the president

melikeyhill   May 8th, 2008 4:10 pm ET

hillary supporters please stop drinking you purple and red Kool-aid, this nomination process is over for your candidate please stand strong for the party instead of people or candidates!!!!

An Agnostic Democrat   May 8th, 2008 4:10 pm ET

So, Wolf, did you have to clean your drawers after Mr. Obama played nice with your girlfriend, Hilldog? Too bad she doesn't have the same manners and magnanimity. Maybe on your next date you can teach her a few things Slick Willy wasn't able to accomplish.

Faith   May 8th, 2008 4:11 pm ET

Obama's best week ever!!!

James   May 8th, 2008 4:12 pm ET

That is why I like him. Go Obama.

Shawn from Kansas   May 8th, 2008 4:12 pm ET

Obama should be campaigning in the states left. Last night CNN kept usng football as an analogy. Well, even if the game was wrapped up, no team would walk off the field midway through the third quarter, and leave the losing team on the field by themselves. It would rob the fans still in the bleachers.

Jane, College Park, Maryland   May 8th, 2008 4:13 pm ET

Some of you guys are so filled with hatred toward this man, you must live unhappy lives.

rose, texas   May 8th, 2008 4:13 pm ET

don't count u'll chickens before they hatch. come nov. it's going 2 b president mccain. how is one going 2 unite with all of these rude obama supporters. i had never heard so many rude people in my life. cnn u'll never print my comments…..why

chris CA   May 8th, 2008 4:14 pm ET

What about Paul v Clinton?

fred   May 8th, 2008 4:14 pm ET

I am sure he was….he was with friends!!

Wolf and the whole of CNN is Biased for Obama…the only one that I can say that isn't is Lou Dobbs.

They need to get Jack off the air…he is so stupid now, I can't hardly stand to watch him.. you are going to lose many viewers.

Lorraine   May 8th, 2008 4:14 pm ET

I am just about to watch the interview with Barack Obama and Wolf Blitzer
I am so thrilled that it looks like he is going to be our nominee, and next president. I think Hillary should just get out of the race. I worry so much that she and Bill are going to come up with some devious way of overturning this. I also think it would be a big mistake for Barack to offer her the VP position. After all, he has been running on a change from the old politics in Washington, and she is of the old politics. I think it would not help him at all, and he does not need Hillary/Bill in the whitehouse with him

Marcia   May 8th, 2008 4:14 pm ET

Senator Obama has always been at ease and confident…As far as Obama asking Hilary to be the Vice President…..FORGET IT!…Anyway, Hillary was Vice President to her husband, just as Gore….

carl from Houston   May 8th, 2008 4:15 pm ET

it's a done deal, the Yes we can machine have prevail

Susie MO   May 8th, 2008 4:15 pm ET

President Barack H. Obama

We did it!!!! No more Republicans

Sonny Liston   May 8th, 2008 4:15 pm ET

Obama is a great American.

Obama/Webb 08.

zona   May 8th, 2008 4:16 pm ET

Hillary is fighting an uphill battle. I will say this for her–she has fought and fought and fought. However, at some point, one must have enough sense to realize that it is time to quit. She is the one who lied about Bosnia sniper fire, about the poor girl without benenfits who died; she and Bill accepted $800,000 from NAFTA for speeches by dear old Bill; Bill and Hill are the ones in a suit filed by Peter Paul; and now, after initially agreeing that MI and FL votes should NOT count, she is saying she has ALWAYS been for counting them.

It is no wonder Obama feels comfortable…he is on his way to the White House, and he certainly has my blessing. OBAMA 08

Lyle   May 8th, 2008 4:16 pm ET

Why shouldn’t Mr. Obama be at ease? With every major media outlet and commentator having lost their objectivity and trying desperately to convince Mrs. Clinton to give up, it is small wonder that his ego is so inflated. The Time “Rag-azine” cover you mention says it all…

“I showed him the new issue of Time magazine, which features him on the cover, along with the words: “And the winner is…”

This could be a true “Dewey Wins in Landslide!” moment for Time.

Linda   May 8th, 2008 4:16 pm ET

I bet he does seem at ease. He doesn't have a CLUE about the urgency of our problems so it is very easy for him to sit and "talk". How about the escalation in Beirut today? He prepared to handle that? Why is he not calling meetings on his Afghan oversight committee? Oh I forgot he is too busy campaigning. His arrogance makes me sick.

Lee WV   May 8th, 2008 4:16 pm ET

He knows now that he just has to run out the clock and let the system do it's job.

Veteran For Obama   May 8th, 2008 4:16 pm ET

Faith,

His best week will be in January 2009!

Rudy NYC   May 8th, 2008 4:17 pm ET

Barack seems act as if he has a big pile of snowballs ready for John McCain. Very confident.

j ksine   May 8th, 2008 4:18 pm ET

a little OT, but i wondered can the people who voted in Fla and Michigan sue the Clinton campagn for knowingly disenfranchinsing them by including Clinton on a ballot that was already deemed illegal? I wonder uf the majority of those voters did not know their vote could/would be in question.

Rick from NJ   May 8th, 2008 4:18 pm ET

Ask Obama why he won't allow Michigan and Florida to have a revote.
They have an August 5th vote coming up.
Couldn't he just add their names to the ballot and then everyone would be happy.
Don't except: HA HA
That is not an answer. He is good at that.
Ask him specifically what would be the problem.
Would it affect his standing.
Wouldn't he have a poor argument that he is the most electable?

Linda   May 8th, 2008 4:19 pm ET

Today's events in Beriut clearly require someone with experience be elected. If not Hillary…..McCain all the way

Rick from NJ   May 8th, 2008 4:19 pm ET

More than 45 percent of Democrats will vote for McCain.
Thanks Obama

Unified Democratic Party 2008   May 8th, 2008 4:19 pm ET

Hillary Clinton supporters:

Please stop with the threats and insults. I realize many Obama supporters are gloating and taunting you, which is disappointing and wrong. I wish this wasn’t going on. However, it's important that you rise above the petty taunts and stop threatening to vote against the well-being of our nation just because your preferred candidate will not be in the race. Voting for a Democrat, regardless of who he/she is, is absolutely critical this fall. We're all depending on Clinton supporters everywhere to see the big picture and help the Democratic Party take back the White House, and help our nation begin recovering from Bush's mistakes and blunders at home and abroad. We need you, there's no denying it. Please, please, please unite behind Obama and help the cause. We're in this together.

Jasmyne   May 8th, 2008 4:19 pm ET

I love it when HRC supporters call the media biased. If they are upset that the media is treating him like he is already the nominee, its because he practically is. It seems as though everyone knows that Obama will be the nominee except for them. If they don't like the fact that Clinton is in the dust then they will have to take that up with Hillary herself. This race was Hillary's to lose. When this thing started out nobody hardly even knew who Barack Obama was and the Clintons had been the "it" couple for the democratic party since 1992!! If with all of her "experience" and "electability" she can't beat a two term junior senator from Chicago then maybe she doesn't deserve to be our next president.

cameleon116   May 8th, 2008 4:20 pm ET

Miami Beach Superdelegate Gelber Backs Obama

Obama 08

Ratgurl   May 8th, 2008 4:20 pm ET

Sounds like he was very gentlemanly. Now I like him even more!

Roger   May 8th, 2008 4:21 pm ET

About 75% of Americans will vote for McCain!

That's Mccains supporters and about half the Democratic party.

mick   May 8th, 2008 4:21 pm ET

Question….
Why is it races to say that Obama is losing white voters but not races to say Clinton is losing African/American voters?

Pat may   May 8th, 2008 4:21 pm ET

He looks and sounds like a president. I couldn't be happier.

LB   May 8th, 2008 4:22 pm ET

Obama is so presidential. I'm looking forward to the days ahead.

dutch bob   May 8th, 2008 4:22 pm ET

The Netherlands would love to see Obama become President.

Anthony Heyward In New York City   May 8th, 2008 4:22 pm ET

I love Barack Obama!!!!!!!!!!! He is going to be our 44th President, no doubt about it.

Distrusts Hillary   May 8th, 2008 4:23 pm ET

@ B in NYC: Half of the Dems hate Barack, do they?

What about OVER HALF (60%) of the NATION does not think that Hillary is honest?? How's that play in November?

John, NC   May 8th, 2008 4:23 pm ET

Stop with the hate and bashing. He didn't say one negative thing about Hillary, he in fact said good things about her. I certainly wouldn't have been so nice. You people wouldn't support him regardless so stop pretending you have a reason to hate him because the fact that he is black and beating a white woman.

Norm   May 8th, 2008 4:23 pm ET

Obama will lose..Mark my words.

cameleon116   May 8th, 2008 4:23 pm ET

Congressman Brad Miller (D-NC) endorses Barack Obama;

Miami Beach Superdelegate Gelber Backs Obama

sheryl   May 8th, 2008 4:23 pm ET

Ready on DAY ONE!!!!!

OBAMA 08-12

Ann,PA   May 8th, 2008 4:24 pm ET

Obama will never get my vote, not impressed, at all he does not and will inspire me

OBAMA CANNOT WIN IN NOVEMBER!!!   May 8th, 2008 4:24 pm ET

OBAMA WILL BE THE WORST THING THAT EVER HAPPENED TO THIS COUNTRY!

HE WILL NEVER MAKE IT TO THE WHITE HOUSE UNLESS HE IS ON A TOUR IN D.C.!

SWIFTBOAT!!!!!!!!!

ltd1974   May 8th, 2008 4:25 pm ET

Obama is going to destroy Mccain

Virginia   May 8th, 2008 4:25 pm ET

I am so tired of hearing about divisions. It is far past time for this country to unite and support a man who stands for the best in us all.
The world is holding its breath to see if we will accomplish this.

luv   May 8th, 2008 4:25 pm ET

God bless Obama he is a good guy. Thanks CNN!!

ROn   May 8th, 2008 4:26 pm ET

What a bunch of Bull–Clinton or Obama will both bring our Country down to its Knees. My son is currently serving in the military, has served two dours in Iraq and is adamant that if either one of these nuts are elected as President, then he will get out of the military stating that neither one of them will ever serve as his "Commander in Chief".

Bayou Joe   May 8th, 2008 4:26 pm ET

Don' Trust him, Don't Trust him, Don't Trust him. Barak will say and do anything to get elected. He has an agenda. And it is not about
what is good for theUnited States.

Calling all Christians…. Stand at the Gap… Our country is under attack.

Obama student   May 8th, 2008 4:26 pm ET

Yes we can
Obama 08′ ,12

The Corp   May 8th, 2008 4:26 pm ET

NoBama 08, NoBama ever!!!

Harrison   May 8th, 2008 4:27 pm ET

Of course he was relaxed. He knew he was talking to a Clinton supporter (you Wolf) and he is reaching out to everyone. He needs your vote, Wolf.

Stacy Clarks   May 8th, 2008 4:27 pm ET

LET'S GO PRESIDENT OBAMA!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Canada for Bama   May 8th, 2008 4:27 pm ET

I am not sure that Americans fully comprehend how impressed the rest of the world is with the prospect that you might elect Obama as your president. It would disprove a lot of conceptions we have about Americans, after you voted George Bush into power TWICE. I just hope that the closed-minded, anti-Obama Americans open their eyes and realize how important this moment in history is for all of us.

honkey white guy from cali   May 8th, 2008 4:28 pm ET

NO NO NO

That would be a complete disaster! If they attempt to go that route Obama will run independent and still beat Hillary. In 3 way match up in Nov Obama beat Mc Cain and Hillary handedly!

Go Obama 08 Yes We Can

Dan , TX   May 8th, 2008 4:28 pm ET

Obama can only win the general election if the democratic party unites. For those who support Clinton, they really have no choice but to support Obama. To not support Obama would be a slap in the face to Clinton and the ultimate show of disrespect for the woman who they claim to "support".

Jake   May 8th, 2008 4:28 pm ET

Obama is an honorable and decent man who deserves to be president. He will do well and we need to support him. Just look at what we have now and compare the two. I just wish he had been available in 2004. Things would be different in Iraq; gas would be cheaper and most of us would be happier for the experience.

Darth Vadik, CA   May 8th, 2008 4:28 pm ET

That is his personality, he doesn't get flustered, like some other hysterical and angry candidates.

Tejano   May 8th, 2008 4:28 pm ET

Mr. Nice Guy. Obama even looks evil. Hillary is an Angel compared to him. The Media has not done it's job and we are going to pay the price for their negligence.

Lourdes   May 8th, 2008 4:29 pm ET

Jason — you don't know what a community organizer is?

And to those of you saying Obama is "full of himself" because he believes he can win in November…would you expect any less from a PRESIDENTIAL CANDIDATE? Also, isn't it far less of a stretch for him to believe that he can win than it is for Hillary Clinton to be claiming that she's on the road to the white house when she hasn't been able to pull off a lead in the primaries even though she started the campaign as an incumbent thanks to her name and her connections?

I hope all of you Hillary democrats are starting to realize how much like a republican your candidate is acting and think very strongly about whether or not you want McCain in November. Sure, it give Hill another chance in 4 years, but by that time our supreme court will be unrecognizable, we'll have lost thousands more to the war in iraq and heaven knows where else, and we'll all be riding our bikes to work (if we're lucky enough to still have jobs) because oil will be trading at $400 a barrel.

Darth Vadik, CA   May 8th, 2008 4:29 pm ET

Norm,

I'm marking your words, then thowing them in the trash where they belong.

teo   May 8th, 2008 4:29 pm ET

Barack should be relaxed. He had a resounding victory in NC and he exceeded expectations in IND on Tuesday, too.

But, he should be in West Virginia today and tomorrow and this weekend. He cannot get smoked by thirty. We need a nominee that can win in smaller towns and rural areas. As he says, he is running for president of the United States of America.

Venus   May 8th, 2008 4:29 pm ET

That's my MAN!

Notice how he always takes the high road regarding Hillary?

That's called team players!

Also - how would any one respect him if he is tearing people down!

Let's get it on! Let's turn to fight Mc Cain!

Hillary -time to give it up! You had a lousy campaign and managers!

Also - you know Wolf - Obama is a better person than me!

It was only a few days ago that you and all of the hound dogs were attacking him 24/7 because of your love for Hillary!

You guys gave Rev. Wright more coverage than Hillary and the Pope! Also - we know why you kept Rev. Wright pictures on your Political Ticker!

melikeyhill   May 8th, 2008 4:29 pm ET

In november 90% of democrat white voters will be voting for the democratic party nominee……OBAMA!

Tired of all this flap   May 8th, 2008 4:29 pm ET

Thank you Woff. It is about time that the media gives Barack Obama his due especially after they took him through the wringer during the PA primary campaign. It seemed as though Hillary Clinton was the princess of the ball and if she went negative then CNN went negative. Although Obama has more work to do within the next few weeks, it seems as though he is that much closer to become the presumptive nominee for the Democratic party. Democrats get on broad for us to make history here in the United States of AMERICA.

Joe Regis   May 8th, 2008 4:30 pm ET

He should be at ease and refreshing and inspiring to lead america.

HE CAN'T AFFORD TO BE OVERWELMED BY HIS ACHIEVEMENTS.

GO OBAMA GO

OBAMACAN 08.

Rayshaun, New York   May 8th, 2008 4:30 pm ET

I have to tell you Wolf, some of the comments I see on here bashing Obama are beyond racist and frankly stupid, you need to set a retarted limit to the types of emails you allow people to post on here.

Jerry   May 8th, 2008 4:31 pm ET

What's important is that the plateform that sponsors discounts for the rich, tax breaks for the top 2, and a money oriented policy is returned to he White House. As an Obama support I like what I see but I would vote for Hillary before John M.

The conservitive agenda, many speaking out in this bloc, just don't get it… you support a "Money for Me" mental model, while the country and world goes down. We need a new direction that is "WE" focused and not "me" focused. Read Obama's book and you'll see this in his persona.

Obama will be President!   May 8th, 2008 4:31 pm ET

Time for a new Obama Girl single!

Yes we can!   May 8th, 2008 4:31 pm ET

Obama got off course a few times, because he allowed the media and the crowd to dictate how he should run his campaign. But overall he ran a great campaign and never stooped as low as the clintons. He had so much dirt he could have used, but he stuck to his word and didn't go there…the only story he rode was the sniper fire story and she put that out not him. They quietyly kept rev. wright in the media and the superdelegates ear, the went on and on how he can win the "white vote", they went on and on about no experience, a speech maker that's it with no substance, just negative ever since south carolina. Be at ease obama, keep God first and remember we are the united states of america, one nation under God, indivisible with liberty and justice for all.

Darth Vadik, CA   May 8th, 2008 4:31 pm ET

B / NYC,

Where do you get your numbers, Hillary's math?

Angela   May 8th, 2008 4:31 pm ET

Obama supporters … get over yourselves….

There is no presumptive nominee and half the democrats don't like your candidate.

Don't count Senator Clinton out - until he has reached the magic number.

Oh, and I think all super delegates holding office should vote as their district did. And those not holding office should vote as their state did. I may be wrong, but that gives Senator Clinton enough super delegates to claim the nomination.

Sue   May 8th, 2008 4:31 pm ET

I will not listen to the interview. I hope the questions were tough questions and he had specific answers. I have to say I used to enjoy CNN as my station of choice and Wolfe was always interesting. I do not watch CNN TV as I have lost respect for the station and the reporters. During the past few months they have been biased and tried to lead the country into voting their way. Obama has no idea what may be ahead of him. He does not have my vote. I am a Hillary supporter all the way and I promise if she is not the candidate I will have to make a decision to stay home or suffer for 4 years with McCain. That being said we'll see how the next few weeks play out.

mds   May 8th, 2008 4:31 pm ET

So I guess that you think Bush know more than Obama? The stop sign up the street know more than Bush! Anyone would be better, it can't get any worse.

Yes We Can   May 8th, 2008 4:32 pm ET

Obama - Calm, cool and very Presidential.

Imagine Hillary in this position…i get the shudders just thinking about it.

i'll have a gas holiday (not)
i was dodging sniper fire in Bosnia (not)
i'll turn Iran into a smoking hole
i'm a fighter
ALL NEGATIVE, all the time

It's time for a thoughtful, considerate, thinking president - Obama

mitchell from arkansaw   May 8th, 2008 4:32 pm ET

i'm feeling more comfortable ,too.he will make a great president ,for ALL the people.mccain is toast,already!DEMOCRATS UNITE!

Xango   May 8th, 2008 4:32 pm ET

he is our nominee no matter what the delusional lady says and he will be our President no matter what the \GOP and billary does…….

Bayuaji   May 8th, 2008 4:32 pm ET

The USA needs to have NICE PERSON like Barack Obama as a President. We can trust Barack Obama, that is a very importan point. He has many nice and respectful backers. Those backers and his supporters are going to help him to make the USA big again.

Hillary is a super ambitious woman, we can see how she is doing "ANYTHING" to be a president. She said anything even lies to win this election. She said bad things about other people just to make her like Rambo or Rocky. This is so sad!!
I hope she will not ruin the country because of her own greed.

Missouri   May 8th, 2008 4:33 pm ET

It is because he thinks he is the Democratic nominee, and officially, he is not. But he is acting like it. No surprise. Months ago we saw him as 'star struck', and still feel that he is like that.

VAGuy   May 8th, 2008 4:33 pm ET

Obama…..enjoy this time till Nov. after that there is nothing to enjoy….

larry King Live   May 8th, 2008 4:33 pm ET

Obama is great leader you morons who dont support him…the media is alway right…as they would not have said this…Obama should be the next prez….we all should vote for him…you morons….

Rich   May 8th, 2008 4:34 pm ET

"He prepared to handle that? Why is he not calling meetings on his Afghan oversight committee? Oh I forgot he is too busy campaigning. His arrogance makes me sick."

There is no "Afghan oversight committee." He's chair for the subcommittee for European Affairs. Afghanistan is not in Europe. The only truth to the Clinton attack boils down to the argument that he should be pressuring NATO, which includes European countries, to do more in Afghanistan.

Murry - Arizona   May 8th, 2008 4:34 pm ET

Whoever said that 1/2 of the Demegraphic party hates Obama is so full of it! I guess you just don't want to admit that he'll be our next president. Let's be realistic here—– as much as I back Barack Obama - IF he doesn't become our nominee & I emphasize the word "IF". I'll cast my vote for Hillary - cuz there is no way that we need another person in office who will continue the Bush mind set. I'm sure that most Americans think that same way as well. Why cut your nose to spite your face. He's such a refreshing change & am so looking forward to having him in office. Go Obama! YES YOU CAN!!!!

LT for Obama   May 8th, 2008 4:34 pm ET

You ALL need to keep in mind that the world at large is watching what is going on with the Democrats. There are a lot of countries who, if Obama wins, are willing to support the US. Clinton and McCain supporters keep talking about his lack of foreign policy yet all these other countries are looking forward to working with Obama. That alone is a huge win for this country.

We need to stop this infighting and truly concentrate on the big prize.

Roy Abraham   May 8th, 2008 4:35 pm ET

What a relief. It's time the public no longer has to put up with hearing the names "Clinton & Bush" . Thank God they are gone. A new beginning, clean slate and fresh start. Oh I am counting days.

Terrence (Winston Salem,NC)   May 8th, 2008 4:35 pm ET

B / NYC May 8th, 2008 4:09 pm ET

Wolf…
With all due respect… Half of the Democratic Party hates Senator Obama and will NEVER vote for him…
He's dreaming… Pretty full of himself!!!
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Hate??? Hmmm. Need I say more. It can't be on policy because both he and Clinton's policy are so close to one another? What else could it be to make a person use this word? I'll let the readers draw their own conclusions.

Farrell, Houston, Tx   May 8th, 2008 4:35 pm ET

This man, Barack Obama, is truly Presidential material and it's our time as Americans to cease this opportunity. Obama has been gifted to us as the messenger of peace, prosperity and happiness.

SBvoter   May 8th, 2008 4:35 pm ET

To all Obama supporters.
You have made your choice and now you have to live with it.
McCAIN FOR PRESIDENT-YAHOOOOOOOO!!!!!

Florida voter   May 8th, 2008 4:36 pm ET

I honestly cant think of a Obama presidency. Here my word, IF Hillary isnt the nominee, McCain will be president. Please Dems, why do u guys always pick the wrong guy? I mean, when we have the best chances to win, we end up losing. Learn your lesson. MCCAin will be president if Obama is the nominee. This will just be another of countless mistakes the dems have done in choosing there nominee.

Southern view   May 8th, 2008 4:36 pm ET

CNN reporters are in love with Obama. It was love at first sight. It is inappropriate for journalists to favor candidates and project that favoritism in their journalism. Wolf Blitzer always struck me as on the soft side anyway - he was hiding under the bed during the Gulf War blitz in Iraq and then he took a desk job. I remember watching that.

Murry - Arizona   May 8th, 2008 4:36 pm ET

ooops, misspelled - I meant 1/2 of the "Democratic" where did I get demegraphic…… Oh well, you got my drift….. :-)

Claire   May 8th, 2008 4:37 pm ET

It makes my heart smile to know that he is the next President of the United States!

Lourdes   May 8th, 2008 4:38 pm ET

Oh, Steven….you poor guy. Democracy was, in its earliest days, "radical"…and in many ways it still is. That's why we have always had to fight for it, in our country and abroad. Don't be so paranoid.

Sadie   May 8th, 2008 4:38 pm ET

Obama we love you…my advise to you do not rest keep working hard
West V, Porto Rico, Kt, Orgon, don't stop..work like you did after PA
do not trust no Media..no Poll OK
Love You & America
Obama 08

vapeople   May 8th, 2008 4:39 pm ET

when obama loses, one of the reasons will be his dumb and arrogant supporters

P.A. VOTER   May 8th, 2008 4:39 pm ET

That what we should have been doing from the start, focusing on John McSame. The bottom line is Clinton has nothing to gain and she can't win. We need to rally behind Obama, solve the michigan Florida issue, and go full steam at McSame.

Greg   May 8th, 2008 4:39 pm ET

Dear Ron,

And you believe Bush is a good Commander in Chief? No clear mission, cuts funding to the VA, sends tropps over without the proper equipment, denies press coverage of those killed, continually changes the goals, calims victory immaturely. What Gives? 27 years served so far and deploying again this fall. I would be proud to have either Hillary of Barack as my Commander in Chief, as least they would be engaged and have real goals, and would start pre-emptive wars

Cheryl L. Swaim   May 8th, 2008 4:39 pm ET

A crown will look nice on his head.

Pebs/Maryland   May 8th, 2008 4:39 pm ET

This is a response to LindaMay 8th, 2008 4:16 pm ET

I bet he does seem at ease. He doesn't have a CLUE about the urgency of our problems so it is very easy for him to sit and "talk". How about the escalation in Beirut today? He prepared to handle that? Why is he not calling meetings on his Afghan oversight committee? Oh I forgot he is too busy campaigning. His arrogance makes me sick.
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Has Senator Clinton called a meeting with her Afghan Oversight Committee? Oh yeah….she's campaigning also…..You are just upset because he's doing so good over her. I know what the real reason is, but I'll keep that too myself. We are americans people! Other countries are watching us act like fools. Why can't we all get this together?

Go ahead, vote for McCain   May 8th, 2008 4:40 pm ET

Anybody that professes to be a Democrat but will vote for McCain if Hillary loses is a complete idiot. To ignore the gap between Democrats and Republicans is pure stupidity.

larry King Live   May 8th, 2008 4:40 pm ET

who care's about experience look around you everyone in the big position's are people without experience. Its all about who u know and what you can do for them. America has become land of influncial people. People with connection not with talent.

SlimSista   May 8th, 2008 4:41 pm ET

HILLARY…LET IT GO..BOO BOO!!! IT'S OVER…

brandi scott   May 8th, 2008 4:41 pm ET

Obama has the vision we need to repair our global image!
OBAMA 08

jc from ca   May 8th, 2008 4:41 pm ET

I thought it was the PEOPLE'S right to annoint the nominee, not the media. Why can't we just let this play out, if Obama hangs on then he is that more tested and strong to compete against McBush. If Hillary is the choice, she will also benefit from the tough fight. Including CNN, the media will get it's nominees when the people are ready, not based on Wolf's 'interview'. John King….you totally rock, best of the best unbiased and a true reporter.

Uncle Sam   May 8th, 2008 4:42 pm ET

Whom would your prefer as your president, the candidate whose emotions are available to be witnessed or the one whose emotions are never seen?

Shelsea Lav   May 8th, 2008 4:42 pm ET

Pls my love, Obama be strong and go to W virginia and campagn ok
because it's all about us ( people) we can make you the winner there also. ok
Goooooo and talk to them ..they love you..you might win.
We Love our country & Obama
Obama08

Luke   May 8th, 2008 4:42 pm ET

Hey Jack i started watching CNN after listening to your analysis. Stay put!

Colleen McCloskey   May 8th, 2008 4:42 pm ET

yes - ignorance and naivety are bliss
Hillary will prevail !!!!!!

Democrats Rule   May 8th, 2008 4:43 pm ET

He just gets better and better and better. Really, I believe President Obama is exactly what America needs right this minute. It has been clear for some time that Senator Obama has a "date with destiny" and we are really now starting to see why! Just what we need when we need it.

Nick from Madison   May 8th, 2008 4:43 pm ET

“But it would be presumptuous of me at this point when she is still actively running, when she is highly favored to win two of the next three contests, for me to somehow suggest that she should be a running mate.”

Incredible. He manages to compliment her, while at the same time allow her to run in the race even though it is virtually impossible for her to win. Even while commenting on her, "I would let him be my running mate" fiasco. I love his ability to look at a situation and blame no one; just look for an answer.

I really feel like he would be the best candidate for this place and time in history.

Independent   May 8th, 2008 4:43 pm ET

He was at ease because he will be our next President. His answers were claer, concis, and honest, unlike Hillary clinton!

rick   May 8th, 2008 4:43 pm ET

once again we get knee jerk attitudes from people who have their own agenda as to how this country should be run. that said the bigger problem is that most white people see obama as some sort of flash in the pan..and the way he's being protrad is solely unfair also we need to address the attitude the breeds this type of closet racism that exist ..mr blitzer say minutes ago that obama gets really mad at a statement mad by mccain and i'm still waiting to see that.. proving that white people have no idea who blacks are or even how we think. what white people should be upset about is how during the Indiana and so to be w.Virginia primary is how the news refers to Clinton's base in most of those areas as uneducated whites who have no high school diplomas…

Kate   May 8th, 2008 4:43 pm ET

I'm just curious about something.. When in his political career did
Barak Obama become just black? Why don't we ever hear him
talk positively about his white heritage? Maybe, it was when he
stopped calling himself Barry and started calling himself Barak.
Quite a slap in the face to his mother and grandmother who
raised him that he doesn't even recognize he comes from
them too.

joneser23   May 8th, 2008 4:44 pm ET

The Chicago mafia? Community Organizer? Clueless foreign policy? A used car salesman that went to Harvard on an academic scholarship? The guy is a U.S. Senator. You're entitled to your opinion, but trust me - educated opinions are much more convincing. Whomever you support, it doesn't matter, as long as you educate yourselves so you can make an informed decision. Go to the candidate's web sites and actually read what their positions are. Obama's Blueprint For Change is an extremely detailed, deep document that outlines his specific accomplishments and proposals on many important issues, including foreign policy. I don't agree with all of them, but I know what they are. Same for McCain. Go to his web site. It's full of information. Find out. Don't your children deserve that commitment from you? Don't you deserve it? Thanks.

Republican in Idaho for Obama   May 8th, 2008 4:45 pm ET

I appreciate his humility. Hillary is a great leader and so is he. I really respect him for admitting that and not being bitter towards her. I have to admit, I have always mindlessly voted republican all my voting years. For the first time, I am excited about my vote for Obama. I am willing and ready to step up with him to make a change. I really believe that there is no president out there that can change the country, but there is a president who can unite us and inspire us all to make changes in our own lives and ways and that is Obama. There is no miracle, but I actually believe that in America we can make a difference and change the direction our nation is going, and Obama is the best chance to inspire each of us to make that happen. I am willing to do my part, are you willing to do yours?

Mark Johnson   May 8th, 2008 4:45 pm ET

Please don't put Clinton on the ticket with Obama.

RB   May 8th, 2008 4:45 pm ET

Listen up. OBAMA IS the nominee. Period. If you can't support him because of _______, then leave the party and go vote for someone who's a litle more ________. BUT, for Pete's sake, stop your whining and stop trying to rip the party apart! If you had all the influence you think you have, OBAMA would not be the nominee. Clearly, democrats across the United States do not agree with you. I know it sounds cruel, but it's "cruel love".

dee in slc   May 8th, 2008 4:45 pm ET

FOR ALL OF YOU CRYING ABOUT A RE-VOTE: A re-vote is not possible at this time. You can not throw an election together in weeks or months.. they take a lot of money and planning which neither state is prepared to spend/do. MI and FL made their own bed, and Clinton didn't give a crap about "their right to be heard" until she was losing. Time to let it go people.

All of you Clintonites that say you wont vote for Obama are just showing your ignorance and hatred. He won this nomination because he had a superior campaign. So you're going to vote for McCain? Overturn Roe Vs Wade… stay in Iraq… lose the economy altogether? GET OVER YOURSELVES.

OBAMA '08

Karen   May 8th, 2008 4:45 pm ET

For any one who still calims that Obama is inexperienced till this day, what does the expreience of Clinton, McCain or Bush tell you other than a failed war, a failed campaign and a failed American dream?

If Clnton with all of her experience cannot even manage her check book, what else can she be ready for? Not my pocket for sure.

Etch   May 8th, 2008 4:45 pm ET

Linda,

Please stop interferring in Politics you don't understand. Suggesting he should "handle" Lebanon means "foreign" interference in a Civil war (it is shaping up to be a civil war every day now) that has nothing to do with the US in the first place.
Don't you understand that the more the US and/or Israel opposes a certain faction, the more they grow in popularity and power??
The only reason Hezbollah is as powerful and as popular as they are now is because of the Israeli invasion of Lebanon in 2006, not to mention they were formed during the first Israel/Lebanon war in reaction to the Israeli invasion in the 80s!
The best thing for the US to do is stay out of it and let the Lebanese handle their own, putting US politicians and/or soldiers in the middle will only help unify their people against "foreigners" and fan extremism even more! The fact that the Seniora government is a US ally makes them seem weaker in the eyes of the Lebanese, and helps Hezbollah's cause.
Something like this has to be handled very carefully.
Please stop with these Republican suggestions.

Janel, St. Paul, MN   May 8th, 2008 4:46 pm ET

President Barack Obama will make us proud as Americans.

I'm very excited that he has proven he has the leadership, vision and love of our country that will win the respect of most world leaders.

As for a VP candidate, my vote will be for either Dashle or Edwards. . .BUT not Clinton.

This is SO exciting!

Rena   May 8th, 2008 4:46 pm ET

I truly don't believe at this point that Hillary and Obama should be on the same ticket. Hillary is showing signs of resentment and poor sportsmanship. I know it is hard for her to except at this point that it is not her time but I believe she will be very vindictive and try to set Barack up for failure. I just don't believe he should trust her being that close up under him. I do however pray for Hillary that God will give her peace and heal her heart of disappointment. She just must know that God has an appointed time for everything and everyone; it doesn't mean that she does not have her turn in office it's just not right now. The sooner she except Gods will and ask for forgivenss the sooner she will heal and be able to know what He really has plan for her now.

NoVoteYet   May 8th, 2008 4:46 pm ET

Way to go, Obama !! But be careful to not give too much credit unnecessarily to Hillary..as she doesn't deserve such nice words from her opponent.

One quality I wish Obama had little more is killer instinct..if only he had half of what she has, this would've been over long back.

It's really very funny, how Hillary talks about electability..She can't even beat Obama in getting the delegates/populat vote..being a former First Lady and all the bogus experience she claims..still crying for MI & FL votes which was not a contest at all in the first place. If Obama was in her place now, he would be ashamed to even ask for those votes to be counted..I am ok for a revote in those 2 states now..

Kingrose   May 8th, 2008 4:46 pm ET

He is ready to take on the world. I am not American but I have followed this election process and do agree that it's time for change. Too much of Bush and Clinton!!! This is what true Democracy is all about, giving opportunities to people no matter what their background is or where their from. As long as the exhibit the qualities of a leader then they are more than ready to take on the responsibilties of leading their country.

BIFF, BIFFINGTON...   May 8th, 2008 4:46 pm ET

VERY Presidential…….

VERY….

I look forward to the return to statesmanship in the Whitehouse!

Sandra   May 8th, 2008 4:47 pm ET

Great job Senator Obama! Think he will be a fine President!.
Having HRC as VP is a bad idea. This election is about change not old politics!.

Brian   May 8th, 2008 4:47 pm ET

Very presidential, Barack. He will literally destroy his opponent in debate. McCain doesn't even understand the economy. The economy! Isn't that one of the main driving points in this election or for that matter being president? With that said, politics as usual. McCain and the republican slime machine will again fall back to their simple minded tactics, and over inflating irrelevant issues to create and appeal to 'fears' in uninformed Americans: Freedom, terror, uhh freedom, uhhh patriotism, uhhh did we say freedom. It never fails. The "swift boat" strategy is alive and well.

Radhakrishnan Gopalan   May 8th, 2008 4:47 pm ET

Shame on America.
More so shame on CNN and other media for Obama hype.
America is the most powerful and the greatest nation.
Yet it denies a woman becoming president.
Even Asian countries like Bangla Desh ,Pakistan,Sri Lanka, India have had Prime Ministers and Presidents.

IT IS SHAME THAT AMERIA IS NOT YET PREPARED FOR IT.
SHAME ON CNN.

MT, Philly   May 8th, 2008 4:47 pm ET

Only delusional Clinton supporters could read this and call him arrogant. Completely absurd. You are taking commentary from the author and putting those words into the mouth of Sen. Obama. Who knows if he was truly "at ease?" That's just the author's opinion of him. If you actually read what Obama said, he has not accepted the press' nomination of him and even stated that to suggest Clinton be at the bottom of the ticket would be presumptuous. This, after Clinton prematurely suggested she be on the top of the ticket weeks ago.

democrat21century   May 8th, 2008 4:47 pm ET

Very nice interview Wolf, now it seems you are emerging as a 21 century great anchor after renouncing Clinton Nonsense Network (CNN) and back to Cable News Network (CNN). You know Obama should have told you-what makes Hillary unelectable- just take her bad judgement (picking up Mark Penn and many others even Bill Clinton husband and former president, and she herself did not know the democratic primary rules) -anybody could see that she has failed to manage human resource management of her campaign. ECONOMY-Her campaigns financial management was chaotic and show her bad management where and how to generate and how to spent. She does not believe in law, rules and regulation which does not suit to her personal advantage and thats made her petty not like presidential, and any political scientist can tell. SHE SHOULD HAVE QUIT GRECIOUSLY!

John from NJ   May 8th, 2008 4:47 pm ET

Wolf

Great interview on your part but need more.

You told him regular Americans own stock and would pay capital gains Obama cut you off and took it right to 401K – but the main thing is he will have capital gains taxes paid on anybody, any income that owns stock on it’s own from buying it on your own or if it was giving to you by the company you work for.

-When you told him about McCain telling him that Hammas said they wanted Obama for President – He called that name calling – how is that name calling when he is mentioning a Gov. that wants to sit and talk with.

I don’t know what else Obama has to do that he could not spend more than 15 min. answering questions for millions of people around the country 30-45 min. c’mon Interview was way to short.

Timothy Kall   May 8th, 2008 4:48 pm ET

Wolf, you keep talking about the Dream Team cause you know its the only way either O or H and your beloved Democrats get the white house. Perhaps the two of them together could snow enough Americans.

Women vote for women   May 8th, 2008 4:48 pm ET

Of couse he is. Are you?

Lauren-Colorado   May 8th, 2008 4:49 pm ET

DEAR DEMOCRATS;

FOR YOU CLINTON SUPPORTERS WHO WOULD RATHER VOTE MCCAIN THAN OBAMA–AND FOR YOU OBAMA (GO OBAMA) SUPPORTERS WHO WOULD RATHER VOTE MCCAIN THEN CLINTON—-YOU NEED TO RETHINK YOUR 'PARTY STATUS' BECAUSE YOU OBVIOUSLY ARE NOT A TRUE DEMOCRAT, AND YOU OBVIOUSLY DON'T CARE ABOUT THE ISSUES WE FACE TODAY.

WE NEED TO COME TOGETHER AS A PARTY AND JUST FACE THE FACT THAT OBAMA IS GOING TO BE THE NOMINEE.

-OBAMA 08

PAUL JOHNS   May 8th, 2008 4:49 pm ET

Obama says again his goal is to lead the war in iraq and afganistan, they don't take care of the people here at home in the U.S. They sill don't understand it's the economy stupid! spending billions and it seems to have no end.

Barbara   May 8th, 2008 4:49 pm ET

I was reading a few comments on CNN ( my # 1 media)
I am 100% agree w/some people if Obama does not rest he can win W Virg because it is not about the poll it is about us people
Y not? Obamacan 2008
ViVa USA back in business around the world

New America with new team and smart, strong polite leaders
Obama & DNC ( including Clintons)

Be wise not racist vote Obama   May 8th, 2008 4:50 pm ET

Americans come together all of you and vote for Obama I know there's a lot of white people who can't stand black man being president I tell you as a outsider America IS HURT thanks to bush you vote for Mcain A WAR CRAZY president that will be the down fall for this great nation Rep, Dem give this guy a chance and lead the world by example

Message from uk

Ann   May 8th, 2008 4:50 pm ET

Seems Nobama could have a little temper there when ask about what McCain said. Wouldn't take too much to see his true colors. Shows that he is NOT ready for the White House and all that comes with being President. Not enough experience…..The interview showed absolutely nothing that we did not already know about him…still a lot of generalization.

jane   May 8th, 2008 4:50 pm ET

Obama will never be able to beat MCCain. I cant believe how many people have voted for him. We do not know very much about him to be electing him as the nominee. At least we do know the Clintons and they are strong fighters to the end. Obama is too wet behind the ears for this job!

Dina Phila., Pa   May 8th, 2008 4:50 pm ET

With all due respect B/NYC - For the people that say that they would not vote for Sen. Barack Obama are uneducated hillbillies! Go ahead and vote for McCain, you are only hurting yourself, you're losing your jobs, you can't figure out how you're going to pay for gas, you need to budget your money to feed your family, you have to worry about social security and if it will be available for you, you have to worry about your children, you are losing your homes, you won’t be able to provide a better future for your children, and you will always be at the bottom!! So, Go ahead and vote for another George Bush, Go right ahead! If that makes sense in your little mind, feel free to vote for McCain! It all makes sense!

James   May 8th, 2008 4:50 pm ET

To go Republican on war is just idiotic, very miseld if your still going in that direction, itll take a bombshell to wake those people up. Open a book people, learn from experience, stop yip yapping about how you hunt and shoot guns, get a life. Last thing we need is a stubborn Vet holding us down for another 100 years. This is just going in circles. Plz vote Dem either way we win there, Obama may stink but clear the lane for the better and Clinton as they say will give us our economy back, to talk McCain is so misinformed it makes me sick. We didnt break away from England to be here throwing our money into more foreign investments that just end of in the pockets of high ranking officials, patriotism has totally taken the form of stupidity lately. One more thing…..want to talk security, do something about our borders, over there means nothing if here isnt safe, our own kids are becoming enough of a threat forget terrorism. Its time to wake up people.

Timothy Kall   May 8th, 2008 4:51 pm ET

End the War. Do you guys really think any Democrat will end the war, let along a Republican? The ensuing bloodbath would be their fault, their downfall. Can see it now, the beheadings, the burning homes, the screaming children and women. All within the first year of their presidency.
End the war, hey I got some great land to sell you guys down near southern Alabama.

Erv   May 8th, 2008 4:51 pm ET

Why are people reading Blitzer's comments about Obama and bashing Obama? He didn't write it. Wolf said that Obama seemed at ease. You all take that and now Obama's full of himself. Nothing this guy seems to do is right for some people. Florida and Michigan don't follow the rules and it's Obama's fault. His pastor says controversial stuff and it's Obama's fault he said them. Hillary lies about snipers and it's Obama's fault. Some people have lost all objectivity. You bash him cause he is "inexperienced". George W Bush has experience and is driving this country into the ground. How many want him to have a third term? As an independent voter I have watched this campaign and in my opinion Obama seems a lot more geniune that Clinton.

MIKE from NJ   May 8th, 2008 4:51 pm ET

McCain says that he will spend even more money and send even more college kids out there to be blown up by people who Don't Want Us There! What a position Republicans!
Obama has this wrapped up…but let us not underestimate the power of the red neck in the red states that got us there in the first place. God bless this country we need you!

PA Obama Supporter   May 8th, 2008 4:52 pm ET

To the Idiot that said half of the Democratic Party hates Obama… GROW UP! You sound like a 4 year in a sandbox.

Any Dem that votes for McShame because Barack is the nominee is ridiculous. McShame doesn't understand the economy, he doesn't recognize that we shouldn't still be at war.

I voted for Barack because I like what he's got to say…. he's definitely more genuine that the other two.

Obama 08

Kathie, Ontario. Canada   May 8th, 2008 4:53 pm ET

Who the heck in the WORLD ask Barak Obama to come and lead them and to come into their countries and change them? He needs
to get off his high horse and worry about the problems in his own
country before he wants to go and lead and change other countries.
Correct me if i'm wrong but isn't that what BUSH did go into a
country and change it for the worse mind you .

Robert   May 8th, 2008 4:53 pm ET

Great!!!! OBAMA NEXT PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA. For those who are not clear yet :)

skyfyrr   May 8th, 2008 4:53 pm ET

Obama is our next president. He is the perfect anti-dolt.
Clinton blew it. She ran on Bill's record, and then couldn't get him out of the way. They were so sure they would win based on record and name recognition, they didn't even have a campaign plan for after super Tuesday. Obama flat out out organized them. What did you think was going to happen when you lose twelve states in a row? And quit complaining about how he out spent you. Where do you think he got the money from in the first place? People who believe in his message gave it to him. Hillary had the same opportunity, only without the charisma and vision. That's why she lost. Its over. Her ego and ambition has either delusional about the nomination or she just wants to be VP and or raise more money to cover her debts. And as for McCain, it won't even be that close. Obama has the right message for the times. Obama out raises him in money 4 to 1. The religious right support he needs won't be there like the last time. Obama will split independants with McCain. Iraq will probably get worse and the economy won't be out of the woods by November. Just run against George Bush like he ran against Clinton last time and keep showing "the hug." That ought to finish the worst 8 years in political memory.

poocha   May 8th, 2008 4:53 pm ET

obama can really lead the world! i hope for a peacefull world for the next 8 years with obama! its important!
i belive in us wisdom!

mike   May 8th, 2008 4:54 pm ET

Hey
Roger, Ann and B/NYC

Your comments make you sound delusional and scared. it's okay, it's going to be okay. Don't feel bad that the country has moved on…there's still time to catch up. Learning to deal with change is an important life skill.

Also, try not to type angry. You sound even dumber with all the spelling and grammar mistakes.

VAGuy   May 8th, 2008 4:55 pm ET

Looks like the this forum is flooded with Obama nuts…hahha..

Georgia for Change   May 8th, 2008 4:55 pm ET

RIGHT-ON!

cpljoeb from NC   May 8th, 2008 4:55 pm ET

We talk about Reagan Democrats, lets also talk about Kennedy Republicans. There are Republicans who will vote for Obama, and I am one of them.

Obama 08

Joe B……

Post this CNN

munkii   May 8th, 2008 4:55 pm ET

i urge all Obama supporters to stop insulting Hillary, now is the time to heal..

Kathie, Ontario. Canada   May 8th, 2008 4:56 pm ET

Who the heck in the WORLD ask Barak Obama to come and lead them and to come into their countries and change them? He needs
to get off his high horse and worry about the problems in his own
country before he wants to go and lead and change other countries.
Correct me if i'm wrong but isn't that what BUSH did go into a
country and change it for the worse mind your own issues and
take care of your own people first.

Ann   May 8th, 2008 4:56 pm ET

Of course he's relaxed…he thinks he's got it in the bag. But beware…Hillary is still out there. There was SO much Wolf didn't ask him so we could KNOW this man. Stutters around too much…needs to be debating with Hillary..(.I'm surprised he could get away from his basketball playing for an interview.)

BJ   May 8th, 2008 4:56 pm ET

Obama supporters, you are on your own IF your candidate wins the nomination.

Clinton supporters will NEVER allow you to use her JUST to win votes! There will be NO Obama/Clinton ticket… we never asked for it, and we don't want it!

You have been offensive and vitriolic, and this reflects on your candidate. Very short-sighted, obnoxious and arrogant! Let's see how far this takes you.

We will either sit our votes, or vote McCain!!!

Ron   May 8th, 2008 4:57 pm ET

Greg,
I didn't say I thought President Bush has been the ideal Commander in Chief, but I definely think he has been much better that either Clinton or Obama will be. If former President Bill Clinton had done what he should have done when he was in office instead of fooling around, then we would not be in this mess in Iraq now. America does not need another one like him. It is time for a strong military again and God Bless our Troops–each and everyone of them including you and my son. Thanks for your service to the Greatest Country on Earth

David James   May 8th, 2008 4:57 pm ET

Thank you Donna for putting the idiots in check! You are what we need in office, the spirit of Congresswoman Barbara Jordon is in your soul. You bring true value to CNN.

NEVER obama   May 8th, 2008 4:58 pm ET

What a great actor this fool is. He is the worse thing that could ever happen to this country.

Roger   May 8th, 2008 4:58 pm ET

About 60-75% of Americans will vote for McCain in November.

That's the republican party and about one third of the democrat party.

Hillary has a better chance of containing the democrat party. That's just the way it is.

Robin in Atlanta   May 8th, 2008 4:59 pm ET

There are so many hateful, racist people in this country, it's a wonder we have the nerve to call ourselves world leaders…we lead the world in hatred…

Peter Mooney   May 8th, 2008 4:59 pm ET

The guy is more Kennedy than Kennedy. Trying not to get too hopeful but maybe he can lead us to work together to make the world a nicer place. I can't wait for the inaguration, what a great day it will be.
Clinton supporters need to get over it and support the program.

Yolanda/S.A. Texas   May 8th, 2008 4:59 pm ET

I haven't seen the whole interview, but from what I have read, it sounds like he's focusing on what really matters..Economy, Iraq and reintroducing ourselves back to the world in regaining some creditibility.

Someone stated, "That half of the democratic party is against him" that's crazy, because he has the popular vote!!!! I guess what they say is correct…"Hillary olny gets the votes of the uneducated folks".

Obama for President!!!!

Eliz   May 8th, 2008 4:59 pm ET

Clinton VP 08,12!….. thats the only way Obama can win if he picks a different VP then its President MCcain in January–

yeah yeah   May 8th, 2008 5:00 pm ET

Hillary is here to stay because many lifelong democrats do not like election fixing that has influenced this primary.

We will NOT vote for Obama- for no reason but to protest the corruption of this primary: Advantages for one, obstacles for the other. Media bias. Flawed caucus format. Obama supporters using bully tactics at caucus. Obama with his gloating, cocky, arrogant mocking of Hillary with his Annie Oakley antics (while claiming he does not go negative). Obama with his ridiculing of Hillary by dismissively brushing her off his shoulder ( again, not negative? is this the uniter?). And, of course the Fl and Mi fiasco. It is never good or right to disenfranchise your voter base.

So We WILL teach the DNC a lesson with our vote in Nov.

It is that simple.

Praetorian, Fort Myers   May 8th, 2008 5:02 pm ET

Why wouldn't he be at ease.
He'll be the first President in history who aspired to the post and became elected on: zero resume, nothing but rhetoric regarding his agenda, and his only campaign motto worth remembering is "HOPE".

Truly, he is either the best thing since pastuerized milk–or he is all Bison dung–time will tell.

ts   May 8th, 2008 5:02 pm ET

Obama has worked hard and he deserves to feel at ease! The math can't be diluted. He has had a lot of explaining to do over the past few weeks and he still won North Carolina with a huge margin, not to mention, GOP running ads with Him and Rev W In North Carolina. Michigan and Florida knew they were breaking the rules and so did Clinton's campaign. She was asked in New Hampshire in November about these elections and she said " they don't count". Quite frankly, I don't recall ever going to a sports match and saw the rules change at half time/extra time to accomodate the loser. This is what is going on and to use "disenfranchising the residents of those states" as an excuse. Please, give me a break.

SYLVIA ASHEVILLE   May 8th, 2008 5:03 pm ET

mark my usually straight democratic ticket over to McCain this time for sure!!!

demetris-cyprus   May 8th, 2008 5:03 pm ET

Its not just America that needs the change Obama is promising but the whole world.

I believe he can and a lot better than the other two candidates.

David James   May 8th, 2008 5:04 pm ET

Thanks Wolf for a job well done. Fox should take a lesson from you about fair and balanced.

Dell, Laurel, MD   May 8th, 2008 5:04 pm ET

Presidential!!! Wow, Obama will serve our country well. Hillary go dry your hair or get botox or something other than continue in your same old pesky ways. Go away Annie Oakley - Whiskey is calling…
OBAMA, YOU ROCK

Max Wellson from PA   May 8th, 2008 5:05 pm ET

Guys, you should all get over it. - The race is over and, fortunately, Obama is the winner. "Run …Run…Run….Can you catch me," said Obama? — So, get over it! Maybe, she will come back in 2016. She will only be 8 years older and she will still be younger than McCain as of now. Afterall, it's a shame that she could not run a successful campaign. As we all know, she is still having problems raising money. That must mean that her supporters are not investing in her campaign right now or are just being evasive (smile) — So, let's just accept the fact that Hillary is the looser.
Max from PA

loribee   May 8th, 2008 5:05 pm ET

OBAMA '08!!

Sam   May 8th, 2008 5:05 pm ET

It's rather unfortunate that people with blood running through their veins hate Hillary to the extent that they will go at length to discredit her even if she is right. I wonder why people hate such an extraordinary woman in human history and one day America will live to regret that she did not treat her fairly. The media has become advocates of the haters of Hillary and they have tried beyond measure to see to it that she doesn't become the Democratic Party nominee. As for the DNC, I REGRET GREATLY FOR HAVING REGISTERED AS A DEMOCRAT, NOW IT'S ABOUT TIME FOR ME TO RECONSIDER MY DECISION.

georgia   May 8th, 2008 5:05 pm ET

1 race…Human.
Down w/ selective scrutiny & hate mongering.
USA as a world leader again & role model for a great, inclusive society.
What would Jesus say ??
It begins with each of us.
Amen

ari   May 8th, 2008 5:06 pm ET

He was obviously relaxed and at ease, and rightfully and deservedly so. The question of Hamas was not really relevant- a spokesperson said something, so what; and Hillary as VP very premature, so could have asked more substantial questions. Anyway a delight that a candidate can speak with ease and realisticaly about the issues. instead of the stumbling and grumbling of others. Whole idea is to connect Mccain to Bush for elections and Hillary, well she is looking for something instead of moving back to the senate, and probably her tone will be less confrontrational in coming days to save herself and the party, otherwise she has not only lost the race but aalso the respect of most if not all the electorate.

Howard Nc   May 8th, 2008 5:06 pm ET

This is for the none believers in change. Once aging racisim has shown its face. Black Amerians have fought in every war . Have been in this country since the start. They have participated in America before it was America. Even though they weren't even cosidered a human or a person when the Consitution was made. What more can be done to these people.Just face it no person of other race can be a commander and Chief. What does it take to become a president. Hum lets think the know how to lead a country with plans to make it better and fair for all Americans. You see anytime a change in leaderships has to come it needs to be a difference maker. This the person we should vote for. Not cause of color but because of values and morals. The Clintons have not been honest with us. She just admitted to loaning her campiang more money. Whats next yes of course Mr. Obama has not told us everything. But in my opinion he is telling more of the truth than the rest of them. Well the Clintons had there chance. And its over North Carolina said they are tired and they help pick the Demo President. But of Course Mrs. Clinton is stiking in the race so that at the end they superdelgets will pick her. Here will be another slap in the Afro Americ