May 9, 2008
Posted: 12:10 PM ET

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The RNC launched a new Web site Friday.
The RNC launched a new Web site Friday.

(CNN) — The Republican National Committee is stepping up its efforts against Barack Obama, launching a new Web site Friday that solicits voters to question the Illinois senator on issues "he has failed to address or refused to answer."

The site is encouraging both text and video submissions via YouTube. It also features a Web video suggesting certain questions to ask, including, "Why, as an Illinois state Senator, did he vote 'present' over 130 times instead of 'yes' or 'no' on difficult issues like abortion, crime, and guns?" and "Why did he tell donors in San Francisco that the economy has driven small town voters to 'cling' to guns and religion?"

Filed under: Barack Obama


proud army and navy mom   May 9th, 2008 2:14 pm ET

those questions have been asked and answered repeatedly…next

B + NYC   May 9th, 2008 2:14 pm ET

It's about time.
All they ever wanted was Obama to get the nomination… They will rip him up.

rs   May 9th, 2008 2:15 pm ET

wow…desperate times call for desperate measures.

sacto joe   May 9th, 2008 2:15 pm ET

They're running scared! They KNOW that Barak Obama will win the Presidency in a landslide!!

sue   May 9th, 2008 2:15 pm ET

So it begins….

Hillary, drop this campaign and support the nominee like you said you would, we need to unite NOW before its too late!!

The DNC better be prepared.

Milwaukee for Obama   May 9th, 2008 2:15 pm ET

Nice try McCain. You are not winning this one. You will not by wanting to stay in Iraq 100 more years. It did not work in Kentucky with that guy who won the elections and I just feel sorry for the McCain camp.

NickNas   May 9th, 2008 2:16 pm ET

This will Backfire. Each state has its own ways of doing things and a VOTE PRESENT is a way NOT to be forced to vote on a Bill or Issue that you may believe in but the Crooks tagged on a bunch of crap that you DON'T support to it as Blackmail to get it through. Simple as that. Soon as the people learn this fact it will make this look just like what it is BS POLITICS!!!

Angus McDugan   May 9th, 2008 2:16 pm ET

Thanks for supplying the ammo Hillary!

Dale Wise   May 9th, 2008 2:16 pm ET

So they're attacking Obama on a site that only republicans are going to look at. Feel free, morons.

Perrell, Lincolnton, NC   May 9th, 2008 2:16 pm ET

The RNC can put this up, but funny enough these questions have been answer on more then one occasion. So if they want to make a fool of themselves then let them go right ahead and do that to their selves…

Stacy Clarks   May 9th, 2008 2:17 pm ET

THE REPUBLICANS ARE GOING DOWN!!!!!!!

LET'S GO DEMOCRATS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

James   May 9th, 2008 2:17 pm ET

Another republican play book.

Whiskey   May 9th, 2008 2:17 pm ET

is the site bankrolled by the clintons?

Margeaux   May 9th, 2008 2:17 pm ET

Obama is going to get slaughtered by the Rep. Maybe that will get that smug, arogant look off of his face.

Dan Lee   May 9th, 2008 2:17 pm ET

IMPORTANT TO ALL OF CLINTON SUPPORTERS :

October 2007: "It's clear that this election they're having [in Michigan] is not going to count for anything," Hillary Clinton during an interview with New Hampshire Public Radio in
August 2007: Clinton adviser Harold Ickes voted to strip the rogue states (Michigan & Florida) of their delegates as a member of the DNC's Rules and Bylaws committee - "to prevent the gaming of the system,"
September 2007: Patti Solis Doyle, Former Clinton's campaign manager, pledged not to compete in either contest -. "We believe Iowa, New Hampshire, Nevada and South Carolina play a unique and special role in the nominating process… and the DNC's rules and its calendar provide the necessary structure to respect and honor that role," "Thus, we will… adhere to the DNC-approved nominating calendar."
January 2004: Former DNC chairman–and current Clinton aide–Terry McAuliffe: "If I allow you to do that, the whole system collapses," (According to his memoir)."The closest [Michigan's delegates will] get to Boston will be watching it on television. I will not let you break this entire nominating process for one state. The rules are the rules.

GOT ANYTHING TO SAY ABOUT ALL OF THIS ? OR ARE YOU ALL JUST UNEDUCATED BLUE-COLLAR WHITE PEOPLE WHO DO NOT UNDERSTAND WHAT ALL THIS MEAN?

brian bernard   May 9th, 2008 2:18 pm ET

please stop with the nonsence

Alfredo   May 9th, 2008 2:18 pm ET

The media is SO UNFAIR to Hillary. They need to realize that Hillary WON
Indiana. Obama is expected to win both Indiana and North Carolina since February. But, Hillary won Indiana and cut Obama's lead in North Carolina from 20% in February down to 14% in spite of ad overspending by Obama.

Wake up media people or wake up Obama-Media people. Hillary even won consecutively in Ohio, Texas, Pennsylvannia and now Indiana. Not to mention the other big states such as California, Arkansas, Florida (both of them are in the ballot) that are crucial in November. Hillary has the most electoral college votes based in these big states.

If you want a Democrat to win then Hillary should be the choice. African Americans are so unfair voting 9 to1 against Hillary not like the white people who fair and thinks who is the best candidate. Who is being racial now? This racial thing about Black has been OVERUSED, MISUSED and ABUSED by these people. Obama, the Obama camp, Clyburn, Wright and others can not fool us anymore. Stop this non-sense.

Wake up superdelegates! Wake up media people.

Greg   May 9th, 2008 2:18 pm ET

Funny.

I am starting to think it might be a very long time before we have another Republican in the White House.

They just come off sounding like nut cases when they put out crap like this.

Eric   May 9th, 2008 2:18 pm ET

You should see some if the "insightful" text submissions on this site:

"Senator Obama, how can you claim to love this country while you disagree with its policies?"

Complete ignorance at its best.

char19145   May 9th, 2008 2:18 pm ET

This is a first. My first crossover to the republican side. I'm sure I won't be alone.

I would hold off on the coronation of Mr.Obama.

Justice   May 9th, 2008 2:19 pm ET

Typical republican site just like the swifboaters

HillarySkank on myspace   May 9th, 2008 2:19 pm ET

Hey RNC, sure you can ask all the questions you want, in the presidential debates between Barack and McSame.
BTW, how is John's case coming with the FEC where he has violated the law?
Has he l lost his bearings again?

Tom   May 9th, 2008 2:19 pm ET

This is exactly why I am voting for Senator Obama. We need to change the tactics of elections and the political strategies of Washington.

Debby   May 9th, 2008 2:19 pm ET

Yes and the RNC forgot the most important question why hasn't he gone to Iraq yet to see whats going on since he says he has better foreign policy experience than McCain.

Sheila   May 9th, 2008 2:19 pm ET

Questions well-put.

Sen. Obama has failed to respond directly to many of the issues in the series of presidential debates. He appears unable to "think on his feet" when under even the slightest pressure.

If he becomes the Democratic nominee, John McCain will coast to victory.

Paris   May 9th, 2008 2:20 pm ET

Good, about time.
I wonder why CNN didn't question this.
These are valid questions that must be answered.
Among 20 more that Wolf Blitzer failed to address any of them.
The media has failed to scrutinize this man like they should and they have always done in the past.
And as soon as you question him they label you as racist.

Peter in Canada   May 9th, 2008 2:20 pm ET

He has explained this crap ad nauseum!
The change that America needs is CLARITY. The system in place now on bills allows such stupid and meaningless votes that nobody seems to know what to heck the vote really is and what the bill means or what THE REAL PROVISIONS ARE.
The best vote most times is probably - no vote, since you could be voting to install public washrooms in a private facility!

eric   May 9th, 2008 2:20 pm ET

"Why did he tell donors in San Francisco that the economy has driven small town voters to 'cling' to guns and religion?"

Answer: Because they do.

Jason - KY   May 9th, 2008 2:21 pm ET

I think he new this was coming, remember these were the plays that they gave Hillary to play in OH, PA, IN.

Nothing new here, he's ready.

Steve, NJ   May 9th, 2008 2:21 pm ET

And I bet I could make an anti-McCain website in about 37 seconds, amazing huh?

Stacy Clarks   May 9th, 2008 2:21 pm ET

I SAY ALL DEMOCRATS AND OBAMA SUPPORTERS FLOOD THE SITE AND ASK WHY REPUBLICANS HAVE KILLED OUR KIDS IN IRAQ, AND TAKEN OUR ECONOMY TO THE GUTTERS!!!!!

Inter-racial Mom in Arizona   May 9th, 2008 2:21 pm ET

The RNC is gonna have to do better than that to win my vote, honestly.

proud army and navy mom   May 9th, 2008 2:21 pm ET

To louis…. it's hard to lighten up when a parent receives communication from troops asking us to keep them forefront in our mind.s.
they are surviving on very little sleep, underperforming equipment and forced to do two or three tours.
a fellow solider of my solider committed suicide yesterday.. don't hear even a name on the news.
so excuse me if i seem to repeat myself. just trying to be a voice to our hardworking troops who has an idiot for a commander-in-chief who would rather tell lame jokes than look after their well-being.
Obama deservers downtime, i just think the ticker can be used for more informative purposes….i just saying….

Zina   May 9th, 2008 2:21 pm ET

Bring it on, repubs! We knew that whether is the Clinton scandals or whatever you dig up on Obama you would do something disgusting!

Democrats '08

Tanya Kujath   May 9th, 2008 2:22 pm ET

Hillary supporter who WILL vote for Obama. This country cannot stand another republican in the White House. Democrats unite behind our candidate for our Country.

Here's My First Question   May 9th, 2008 2:22 pm ET

WOW, this will be GREAT! There are so many questions I would like to ask Obama! Here's my first one:

Mr. Obama, how will you make sure that no one is injured, if McCain loses his temper during a debate and takes a swing at you?

(I am somewhat concerned about this, because he could easily break his hip if you knocked him down.)

Democrat in Des Moines   May 9th, 2008 2:22 pm ET

If he thinks Clinton was tough on him - wait until the Republicans really let him have it. He'll go from having his pillow taken away to laying on a bed of nails.

The Republicans bring up an execellent point with has been evident all the time - he's just talk. It will be entertaining watching them crush him going forward. He won't win the general election by just giving speeches - he will actually have to act.

McCain '08
Clinton '12

hakeemsdad, Florida   May 9th, 2008 2:23 pm ET

Yes republicans can ask questions. Obama will gladly answer them.

But try not to throw dirt with fake scenarios and what ifs. Since we know what happened the last time when they said to America people what if Saddam has a nuclear weapon. Where is Saddam and his weapons now!

Robin   May 9th, 2008 2:23 pm ET

Well, this is only to be expected. Republicans, John McCain, cannot just stand on their own merit at this point they need to play bad politics.
So I guess Obama is the man….

MCcian support   May 9th, 2008 2:23 pm ET

MCcCAIN will loss if he goess neagive
MCcain is old to be doing this
shame on you RNC.
If you go neagive I will not vote for you!!

nice try   May 9th, 2008 2:23 pm ET

…unfortunately I don't think we'll be getting any of the answers the American people deserve…

MD   May 9th, 2008 2:23 pm ET

Why don't you get three sites.. No matter what you morons do this time, the Democrats are going to win by a landslide. I am a Republican, waiting for Obama to be nominated. I want to be the first Republican who switches over AFTER his nomination.

NY'er   May 9th, 2008 2:23 pm ET

Obama is toast.
The Audacity of Unelectability!!

Dumbocrats do it Again-
McGovern>Mondale>Gore>Kerry>Obama

joann   May 9th, 2008 2:23 pm ET

Hey Sue, mind your business - this blog is from the RNC to Obama - leave Hillary out of this one. If you don't want her in - don't watch her - she still has supporters who want her to win - close your eyes.

yj   May 9th, 2008 2:24 pm ET

Just the one of the many negative campaigning for the RNC.

Shouldn't the money be spend on a site justifying why we should vote for McCain??? Obviously, there's not much to say about that.

OBAMA O8!!!!

Chip   May 9th, 2008 2:24 pm ET

Looks like they've scrapped the "Karl Rove playbook" for the Clinton manual.

Ken   May 9th, 2008 2:24 pm ET

I say we institute a poll tax…. a poll tax on anyone voting [R]. These people have voted us into debt and, incredibly, will be voting to continue the mess. These people must accept special responsibility for their low voting IQ. I'd say a $500 poll-tax charge should help to start to pay back the debt they caused to our national treasury. That, and sign them up for a military tour too, to help support the war they so tragically want to continue at the cost of others' blood.

Kevin   May 9th, 2008 2:24 pm ET

I just checked out this site. It's kind of dumb (what did I expect, right!).

I was looking for an opportunity to help answer some of these questions (most of which are just accusations, and not really honest questioning.)

And frankly most of these answers can be found with a bit of research.

But it's fun politics.

Hey GOP - Why have you increased the debt so much? Hey GOP, why are we still fighting in Iraq at the cost of $12 BILLION per month, when our objectives have been met? Hey GOP, why do you pretend to be the party of family values, but have so many members who get caught doing things that I keep trying to teach to my children are bad bad things?

Hmmm… maybe I should create an Ask the GOP site.

Uncle Sam   May 9th, 2008 2:24 pm ET

And why does Sen. Obama think that the American people are so anxious for change that we will fall for an untested and unproven candidate who holds out a promise of it, yet doesn't explain what that change will produce?

Americans for McCain '08

Inevitable   May 9th, 2008 2:24 pm ET

WOW SIGNS OF FEAR & DESPERATION………………. LOL

REPUBLICANS ARE REALLY AFRAID OF OBAMA >> I'M 100% OF THIS ..

GET READY FOR WAR >>> WAR ON THE ISSUES I MEAN >> THAT'S WHAT THE PEOPLE WANT TO HEAR ABOUT NO DISTRACTIONS >>>>

joann   May 9th, 2008 2:25 pm ET

Hey Tom, boy are you naive if you don't think that head to head, Obama isn't going negative. He did it with Hillary and he'll do anything to win the general election (sound familiar?). Naive!

jonny   May 9th, 2008 2:25 pm ET

pathetic.

nicole   May 9th, 2008 2:25 pm ET

this is terrible you can't believe anything on sites like that, which go out of their way to attack–twisting facts to that purpose.

Rich   May 9th, 2008 2:25 pm ET

Someone needs to put up a website about McSame. "Bomb, Bomb, Bomb, Bomb, Bomb Iran." Remember when he said that as a joke? War is not funny!

Concerned   May 9th, 2008 2:25 pm ET

Another hint that Obama WILL BE President.

Kitade   May 9th, 2008 2:26 pm ET

To Clinton’s supporters, there’s nothing with the elections process she’s just happens to lose. If you vote for McCain because of that, then you’re joking with your country future. In this hard time of America economic, McCain will still continue fighting unnecessary war in Irag, continue wasting young Americans women and men lives in Irag, continue wasting billions of dollar in Irag, and people are facing hard time economic back home. You must not complain because he never promised you to stop the war, after all, he said he knew less about economic. I bet he will even attack Iran. Well this is not my own business, I’m not American and I don’t live in America. I just want peace in the whole world.
I knew CNN would not post this comment as usually.

Robin   May 9th, 2008 2:26 pm ET

Wait! What about the flag pin??? Can we ask this again 5,000 times.

Too sad.

La Raza   May 9th, 2008 2:27 pm ET

Bring it On!!!!!!!!!!!!

Is this it? Where is McCain's "kitchen sink?" Oh yeah, he is going to throw the "wheel chair" at Obama!

Dave   May 9th, 2008 2:28 pm ET

Can we ask whether McCain will bring our sons and daughters home from Iraq? Or keep them there fighting for Bush, Cheney, and the Oil companies.

RNC - you have more serious questions to answer. What the hell are we in Iraq for? RNC = Murderer

Joe Regis   May 9th, 2008 2:28 pm ET

THE SMEAR COMPAIGN BEGINS!

THE REPUBLICANS THINK AMERICA CAN BE EASILY DUPED EH.

THE TIME HAS COME FOR A CHANGE.

CHANGE IS COMING TO AMERICA.

GO OBAMA GO!!!

NoBama   May 9th, 2008 2:28 pm ET

Obama will get about 35%-40% of vote and will make McGovern look like a winner.
The Dems are stupid as usual picking an extreme left wing candidate again, out of touch with everyday people.

Obama is a great entertainer but he is NO president of the U.S.

Andy J, NY   May 9th, 2008 2:29 pm ET

I think its funny how hateful and naive so many liberals are.

You act as if Republicans are the only evil politicians. Democrats and Republicans are pretty much the same, in the sense that they pander to specific types of people in order to remain in power.

Wake up. I won't vote for a Dem because I refuse to take part in socialism, and thats what universal health care is all about. Its socialism, plain and simple. If you hate capitalism and America that much, the have fun living in Venezuela or China.

Obama is a socialist at the very least, probably could be qualified as a Commie though. "I want to take those oil company profits and give them to low income people"—–>Are you kidding me? This is not socialism? WHAT COUNTRY ARE WE IN?

Land of the Free? Yeah, until the Commies get in power and decide you have made too much money, we will take what we deem necessary and redistribute it to those who don't have as much. Oh, ok.

Oregon   May 9th, 2008 2:29 pm ET

The DNC is more perfect than even Jesus makes no mistakes. Get a life DNC I know that you are scare for McCain to face Barack. The DNC will say or do anything like Hillary to trash Barack.
Tax gas holiday a big failure; stop mask the problems to get votes like Bill Clinton only goes to church when he need superdelagates votes. He'll watch football with you go to church with you when he needs your votes. Jesus told the group the one that think he perfect throw the first stone, they all walked away because none of them were perfect. I far as I am concern Bill is not perfect. Do you remember Monica Lowinsky America. Do you remember that Hillary was under fire in Bosnia and that was a lie America. John McCain does not understand the economy himself and he has a temper. Mike Huckabee is the one that need that internship he was talking about because Barack compaign is far more successful than his was period. Give cesar what is for Cesar; Barack is capable to be one of our best president and I do not understand why people refuse to accept the fact. The math will not work for Hillary to come on top it is impossible.

SB   May 9th, 2008 2:29 pm ET

If Obama has answers for all the questions then it is no big deal.

But there is the question, can he answer truthfully

Prejudiced White Guy From WI   May 9th, 2008 2:29 pm ET

Oh, let's see the RNC ask more stupid questions like, "yes or no: have you stopped beating your wife?"

The RNC is soooo lucky that so many people are driven by anger and ego to fall for their crap. The GOP has little to offer the average American besides rehtoric, empty promises and a card that entitles you to beat your chest, "I am American, Hear Me Roar!"

Prejudiced White Guy Proud to Support Obama!!

KC   May 9th, 2008 2:29 pm ET

Obviously the Republicans have not been paying attention. NikNas is correct. they did a story on why many people Vote Present. it is a stall tactic so that the bill can be renegotiated. and like Nik says, people try to tack things on that are not necessary. so if you vote yes on something. they will come back to you and say . "You voted for what?" or " why did you vote No for that?" when the reason is, it is never the first part of the bill that you disagree with it is all the other stuff that they tack on, not only that it shows that He actuall took the time out to read the crap that was being proposed. sound like something some people should do here. The funny thing about it CNN were the once that did the story on why people Vote Present.

D.Kimbro OHIO   May 9th, 2008 2:29 pm ET

I guess we know now who the RNC sees as it's biggest threat..Bring it on!!!!!

proud republicans???   May 9th, 2008 2:30 pm ET

proud of what exactly? Sorry. no more MCSame. No more bush. No more idiots ruining this country.

Venus   May 9th, 2008 2:30 pm ET

Here we come you dirty Repubs!

It's OK. The DNC will take care of the Repubs until this primary is over!

Oh - wait! I think Obama can really start to go after Mc Cain now!

So……………… the fight is on!

OK. Obama - your day is now! You are in Oregon today so - let's turn our focus on Mc Cain and the dirty Repibs!

Inevitable   May 9th, 2008 2:30 pm ET

READ THIS DEMOCRATS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Quoted by Concern Democrats "Those democrats that feel the need to support McCain or not vote to express their anger/hate/revenge are only hurting themselves. If Obama loses, he'll go back to the senate and he'll be alright. However, will you be OK with a failing economy, a continue war in Iraq, health care unresolved, conservative justices, etc…"

LETS ALL UNITE & STOP THIS BITTERNESS ….!!!!

Wayne   May 9th, 2008 2:30 pm ET

The GOP is starting to sling the mud now, because that's all they have. Same old hash re-hashed……

They want people focused on the minutia in order to deflect attention away from the FACTS. And that facts all show that this country is seriously hurting after two terms of Bush mismanagement.

Looks like it's shaping up for an Obama landslide in the fall……

Dave in Albuquerque   May 9th, 2008 2:30 pm ET

Margeaux, "Obama is going to get slaughtered … . Maybe that will get that smug, arogant look off of his face." –is pretty much what the Clinton camp said about him. Instead of prognosticating, how about raising issues. Paris, "And as soon as you question him they label you as racist." Of course you're not a racist for questioning a candidate. Give the folks in this thread to know what 20 questions you have — perhaps they can answer them for you. If the USA is going to make it through the 21st century, we need less attack and more dialogue.

NoRupublicanToTheWhiteHouse   May 9th, 2008 2:30 pm ET

So what is the big deal, bring it on it is not going to take much to beat Republicans, people have seen what republicans do for the last 8 years.

Inevitable   May 9th, 2008 2:31 pm ET

SORRY FOR THE CAPS!!! …. BUT I WANT EVERYONE TO READ THIS!!!!

THOSE DEMOCRATS WHO SAY OBAMA CANNOT BEAT MC CAIN ARE THE SAME ONES WHO WILL VOTE FOR MC CAIN COME NOV >> I'M 100% OF THIS >>>> AM I RIGHT????

IF HILARY ALONGSIDE PRES. CLINTON CANNOT DEFEAT OBAMA (AN INEXPERIENCED CANDIDATE AS MANY OF U SAY) EXPLAIN HOW SHE CAN BEAT MC CAIN

AND THOSE WHO SAY THEY WOULD STAY HOME IF OBAMA IS THE NOMINEE BECAUSE HE CANNOT BEAT MC CAIN ARE IDIOTS >>> WITH YOU BACKING BARACK HE CAN WIN .. 1 VOTE MAKES A DIFFERENT JUST LIKE THE 7 VOTES IN GUAM MADE A DIFFERENCE …

MANY OF YOU ARE NOW SAYING HE IS RACIST AND WE HAVE LITTLE KNOWLEDGE OF HIM

SHAMELESS PEOPLE .. *SHAKES HEAD*

Jasmyne   May 9th, 2008 2:31 pm ET

I cannot wait to see this general election season get started. This is going to be good. Obama was being way too nice too Hillary, probably because she will get on TV and start crying at the drop of a dime. I bet Obama's composure is going to piss McCain off. I can't wait to see them in a debate when John McCains face is all red and Obama is looking as cool as a fan on high.

Obama 08 and 12

Sherry in Kentucky   May 9th, 2008 2:31 pm ET

And so it begins. . .

jonny   May 9th, 2008 2:31 pm ET

Obama supporters should just flood the site with questions to McCain. Tho my guess is they will remove all comments that arent negatives for Obama.

Stick To The Issues   May 9th, 2008 2:32 pm ET

Margeaux May 9th, 2008 2:17 pm ET

Obama is going to get slaughtered by the Rep. Maybe that will get that smug, arogant look off of his face.

——

No offense to anyone, but people with self esteem issues are always attacking someone for being arrogant or "smug". If Obama was fat and ugly, he'd probably win the election hands down.

It's a baseless complaint. Can we at least pretend to have reason not to like the candidates that we hate?

Vickie   May 9th, 2008 2:32 pm ET

How about not worrying about what Obama did/didn't do, and tell us what you are going to do McCain.

Keith R.   May 9th, 2008 2:32 pm ET

So it begins…

Democrats Rule   May 9th, 2008 2:32 pm ET

OK - The RNC as Forrest Gump - stupid is as stupid does. This is the kind of stuff that's going to blow up in their faces because America is SICK OF THIS NONSENSE. So, feel free - spew your venom and lose the voters in droves.

shelly in IL   May 9th, 2008 2:33 pm ET

WHOA, WHOA! Slow down guys, he is not even the nominee yet. We still have more primaries in other states…lol

Lynne - Seattle WA   May 9th, 2008 2:33 pm ET

Fear and Low self-esteem are often at the roots of abusive behaviors and comments…in order to make myself look good in public I have to make you look bad, stupid, inept, etc. I guess the Republican party is starting politics as usual early this year. This would be why I am not now, nor have ever been, nor ever will be a Republican.

Steve   May 9th, 2008 2:33 pm ET

I just went onto the RNC site to view the video. A couple of things jumped out a me. The website uses a woman's voice-over and Obama's own campaign slogan to make its point. There is also no mention of Jeremiah Wright.

spencer   May 9th, 2008 2:33 pm ET

Go for it Republicans keep up the attacks………Not a fair election every votes isn't counted………….Down with Oduma………………..

Dee   May 9th, 2008 2:34 pm ET

Are they kidding? In seven years of absolute Republican control what have they done to stop abortion? NOTHING!!! Remember Rumsfeld said that DC was just as dangerous as Iraq??? Thank goodness THEY solved that crime issue.

This stuff will definitely unite the DEMS. Keep up the good work CNN!

Obama!

CA Voter   May 9th, 2008 2:34 pm ET

Dan Lee: I may be considered an uneducated, blue collar worker but at least I know how to put a sentence together, do you?????

dance   May 9th, 2008 2:35 pm ET

Hillary 08, Obama is a disaster

Brian from Fort Mill, S.C.   May 9th, 2008 2:35 pm ET

Democrat in Des Moines:

Remember, Obama BEAT Hillary! I guess she just couldn't stand the heat that HE was bringing.

And he was so COOL about it…

P.S.: Did you catch that time he gave her the finger? Just wondering.

Hmm..........   May 9th, 2008 2:35 pm ET

This is hilarious………..

dance   May 9th, 2008 2:36 pm ET

McCain '08
Clinton '12

Michael   May 9th, 2008 2:36 pm ET

I voted for Hillary and I will never support Obama.

Praetorian, Fort Myers   May 9th, 2008 2:36 pm ET

He can't tap-dance around the issues once he's the one.
He'll be forced to answer some complex and difficult questions from experts. He will have to defend his claim to be the best choice for Chief Executive and Commander-In-Chief with some real facts and solutions–not vague concepts and bullets from his 3X5 crib notes.

NO-BAMA   May 9th, 2008 2:36 pm ET

I'm there !

Nikki, Florida   May 9th, 2008 2:36 pm ET

BOOO!! to the RNC!

I put as much clout in what they're doing as I would in the National Inquirer

FEARMONGERERS!!!!!

stacy   May 9th, 2008 2:36 pm ET

good, I hope they wear him out with his inexperience and arrogance.

seyi   May 9th, 2008 2:36 pm ET

Thats why we have a site that lists things younger than McCain. We will counter, with why does he call himself an elitist when his wife is worth millions and he flew on her plane to campign? Why does he feel that being locked up for 5 years (which we appreiciate) qualify him to be commandr in chief. Why was he not for the Bush tax cuts initially and for them now? based on what reports has the economy improved, since that's hi sthought process. Its over Mickey mack… Over. You lost the presidency, when Hillary lost the nomination

TIME TO UNITE   May 9th, 2008 2:37 pm ET

To all my fellow democrats,
I am and will always be a Hillary Clinton Supporter.. Her chances are realistically diminshing. I am a realist. It's a sad turn of events. But what I will fail to do is to allow another 4 years of Bush's policies to plague MY BEAUTIFUL COUNTRY. It's time to turn our attention on McINSANE and destroy the Republican party once and for all. Let us UNITE NOW and put an end to thousands dead; put an end to economic failures; put an end to a war for oil. LET US TROUNCE THEM!!!

Roger   May 9th, 2008 2:37 pm ET

Can't wait until we can ask McCain about his hypocrisy with McCain-Feingold, his relationship with Hagy, his wife's tax info (remember the outcry for Kerry's wife to release hers), his 100 year plan for Iraq, why he doesn't know the difference between Shiite and Sunni, his comment about not knowing as much as he should on economics, and every other item that he has flip flopped on.

Inter-racial Mom in Arizona   May 9th, 2008 2:37 pm ET

Alfredo — If you recall when the media was all over Clinton when she had her momentum going into Pennsylvania. I don't remember you conplaining then about the media. A little one sided maybe??

Eddie   May 9th, 2008 2:38 pm ET

Man ,Obama is a very strong candidate,he is fighting Hillary,McCain,RNC,and most media outlets.This goes to show you ,he is a fighter and a very strong one.

yeswecan!   May 9th, 2008 2:38 pm ET

POOR GRANdPA MCCAIN!!!!

Pepou   May 9th, 2008 2:38 pm ET

Let' rehash the trash and avoid the real issues like the war in Iraq, the economy, the lack of universal health care. These Republicans are doomed.

Stacy   May 9th, 2008 2:38 pm ET

Where is McCain's integrity in this?

It figures for the GOP.

Ian   May 9th, 2008 2:38 pm ET

It's about time someone questioned him on the issues.

Has the man had one, original thought of his own during this entire campaign?

Whenever he hasn't just cut-and-paste someone else's policy positions or read a canned speech, we've received great revelations like:

He can't wait to sit down with the "president" of Canada.

"I can't abandon Reverend Wright. Oh wait, yes I can."

His grandmother is a "typical white person." (I'm hoping he'll elaborate on that point because if his grandmother, who helped raise a bi-racial child, is a "typical white person," than surely every other white person in America must be a rabid racist.)

Small town America turns to guns and religion out of bitterness and not because they actually believe in the Second Amendment and have faith in God.

We probably shouldn't bring these things up, though. While it's perfectly okay for him to take cheap shots at the Clintons (calling Bill Clinton a racist and HIllary a panderer) or McCain (taking his "100-year presence" comment completely out of context or suggesting he doesn't know the difference between Shia and Sunni), if anybody calls Obama to task for his mistakes, he's a victim of dirty politics.

Laura   May 9th, 2008 2:38 pm ET

I have been a DNC supporter for my entire life but after the disloyalty show towards Hillary Clinton and the ignorance of what type of person or candidate Obama really is I refuse to vote for him.

McCain you have my vote and support!!!!!

eyes   May 9th, 2008 2:39 pm ET

When your candidate is a "ghost from Christmas past", you have to do everything you can to diminish the other candidate to promote your own. These are old tactics and old politics.

Just look at Obama and McCain side by side and compare the energy.
Go Obama - we need you and we need change. God protect you thru these rough times.

pat   May 9th, 2008 2:39 pm ET

THER IS SOME KIND OF CONSPERICY HERE. why does a 1st term sentor run for the presidency when he hasent even got his feet wet in the sent. who is behind this. AN WHY. where all you washington insiders really that afraid of mrs. clinton, or you just stupid, she has done more for the demacratic the any other person has . obama hasent done anything for this country, his wife isnt proud of are nation. so whats up with this, who behind this. im afraid we will find out after the election. an god help us i think its a long ride back home. SHAME ON YOU DNC YOU COULD HAVE STOPPED THIS.

Too Old   May 9th, 2008 2:39 pm ET

Huckabee stayed in the race for so long because
he knows that he may be called to step in when
McCain starts losing his mind.

73 is way too old !!!

sheryl   May 9th, 2008 2:39 pm ET

American people are smarter than that!!!!!

OBAMA 08 & 12

Uncle Sam   May 9th, 2008 2:39 pm ET

For those who continue to read that Sen. McCain is a warmonger or who are bombarded by DNC ads distorting his "100 years" remarks at a townhall meeting, the following are the words of Sen. Joe Biden in a recent television interview about his friend John McCain: My fellow Democrats may not like to hear me say this, but John hates war and he would do everything he could to get us out of Iraq."

Americans for McCain '08

Mike   May 9th, 2008 2:39 pm ET

This website was designed by the Clinton campaign!!!

The Oracle   May 9th, 2008 2:39 pm ET

Heres my take on this article, a lot of people are hurt. I can understand, a lot of people are scared of what they don't know. Some are "bitter"(Lol) that Obama is going to win and they're respective candidate isn't. Well, life isn't fair. But I'd hope so many of you would show yourself to be intelligent human beings and not get in the gutter. But as I've seen, most supporters take on the mentality of those they support. As far as the ageism, those arguments make me sick, there is none. People are just trying to find little BS to make him look bad because through issues and personality they can't. As far as the HRC supporters saying they'll go to McCain, I've got 2 points. 1st, if you really would do that, then you are not supporting HRC for her policies. You're supporting her because she is a woman, or because she Billy's wife. I say this because she and Obama are 95% the same on issues. So if you will cut off your nose 2 spite your face…..So be it. It's YOUR face. If through vindictiveness you vote against your interests you will have done more to prove you are mostly "Uneducated voters" more than any pundit or candidate ever could…..

Venus   May 9th, 2008 2:39 pm ET

Is that it?

Come Repubs!!!m Make this a real fight!

How about - why are we still in Iraq and Bush said we WON!!!

How much money are we going to give for a war we won't win?

Come on John Mc Cain!!! Get your bearings right!

DC Insider   May 9th, 2008 2:40 pm ET

About time Perhaps now we will force the junior senator to actually take a position on a few things

Smith-e   May 9th, 2008 2:40 pm ET

This article has nothing to do with Hillary and is bashing Obama, so how in the world is the media being unfair to Hillary? I don't get all the Hillary comments here? Sheesh.

Go Obama!!!

An old white worker.   May 9th, 2008 2:40 pm ET

I know Barack won't do it, but will the DNC ask about the Keating5 ? Or how about what he said to the Vietcong??????? You know, name rank, and serial #? Let's go America. get er done!!!!!

Michele, Oregon   May 9th, 2008 2:40 pm ET

Without having seen it yet, am sure it is what we all expect. Obama has my vote, not because I agree with him on all fronts, but he has put forth calm, thoughtful, insightful, tangible responses/solutions to the problems of the day.
I am not pro-choice in regards to abortion or embryonic stem cell research, and in 2000 changed my democratic affiliation to republican on this very issue of silent genocide, but feel very betrayed on all other fronts by the republican party. And I think that as long as the pro-life movement is attached to the republican party it will never find traction here in the U.S. It is a schizophrenic choice when the republicans posture for war, continually have economic policies that patronize the poor and offer tax breaks primarily for big corporations and those in high-income brackets, are unwilling to converse with anyone except for allies, have "ship 'em all back" (Romney) mentalities re immigrants, put our children's future in hock to nations such as China which have a one child rule and where there was/is widespread abortions (especially for female children) and a nation which ignores human rights…. How about the republicans hideous record on the environment, their foreign policy which escalates anti-american sentiment making peace more difficult, etc., etc., etc.
No! Enough of the republicans dualities, which are more blatant as they tout themselves to be pro-lifers.

Kelley   May 9th, 2008 2:40 pm ET

Thank you Tanya Kijath, your support for Obama as the Presidential nominee is appreciated, We cannot have another 4 years BUSH

susie   May 9th, 2008 2:40 pm ET

It would be nice if Obama answered those questions, but he doesn't. My question is why doesn't news articles use his middle name, they use Hillary's?

Farrell, Houston, Tx   May 9th, 2008 2:40 pm ET

FACT not FEAR: You vote for McCain because you are a republican. You forgot McCain wants to bomb, bomb. While John McCain, the V.P. and their families are hiding safely in bunkers, you have no bunker for your family, no gas mask and the masking tape you were told to use around your doors isn't working. Now, what I'm I suppose to do? Vote Democrat.

Jerry   May 9th, 2008 2:40 pm ET

The republican party are racist politician…….You would not stop Obama for being president

Obama 08

king from toronto   May 9th, 2008 2:40 pm ET

has anyone seen 8mile.lolllll.wait till obama is the nomenee.ke's gonna murda mcsame

Frankie   May 9th, 2008 2:41 pm ET

To Bad the RNC is a little behind he times. Hey I got a question for the RNC, What happen to being the voice of the people for the people? Try answering that first.

Ostriches burying our heads in the sand   May 9th, 2008 2:41 pm ET

Thanks Tanya Kujath (Hillary supporter who WILL vote for Obama)! We need more sensible people like you!

The Dems need to be united in the General election…we cannot afford four more years of Bush policies!!

charles   May 9th, 2008 2:42 pm ET

Pray, tell me. Why would any sane, rational democrat bother to visit and comment on the RNC website. You already know it would be a lot of junk. Pollution of the airwaves.

BIFF, BIFFINGTON...   May 9th, 2008 2:42 pm ET

i am CONVINCED that these blogs are FILLED by hillary campaigners, and republicans sewing the seeds of hate so the party can NEVER unite…

Obama Nation   May 9th, 2008 2:42 pm ET

Unlike republican party who just has one grandfather nearing his 100 years we have very very competetive candidates for president of united states.

louieC, MO   May 9th, 2008 2:43 pm ET

Come on Republicans, you have got to do better then this. Hillary hit Obama harder then your group. LMAO

Bob, Lyons Oregon,   May 9th, 2008 2:43 pm ET

These questions have been asked and answered. Move on. Obama and McCain will have debates, so move on.

Kevin Leo (Jonesboro, GA)   May 9th, 2008 2:43 pm ET

Wow, if this is the best that they can do then we are definitely heading towards an Obama presidency!!!

dave   May 9th, 2008 2:44 pm ET

Well, this was expected by the RNC. It would be nice if http://www.cnn.com would start running positive articles for Obama like they did for Hillary over the past few months.

silence do good   May 9th, 2008 2:44 pm ET

Wait for it - the Ozombies will blame Hllary for this website, and the weather, and space aliens.

Obama zombies are the biggest argument I have against Obama tactics. Make no mistake - he endorses it.

I am a liberal in search of a decent liberal candiate if Hillary falls to his lies and manipulation.

Write in Hillary or Gore! We need a good old fashioned protest!

Obama v McCain   May 9th, 2008 2:44 pm ET

LOL and whilst doing this they are asking for donations on the same site…LAME…thats all ya got?

BRING IT ON!

joyce   May 9th, 2008 2:44 pm ET

give obama a break
he is not a 72 year old pansy
he survived hillary and bill he can survive anything

Hillary Clinton   May 9th, 2008 2:44 pm ET

Do you wonder, if it were revealed that Barack Obama was actually a member of Hamas, whether his support would decline?

The Maven   May 9th, 2008 2:44 pm ET

So, the roasting has finally begun, and its about time. Bring It. We are going to pound Grandpa McCain so far into the ground, he won't have time to buy a crypt. Anyone thinking of voting for McCain is voting against their own interest. Enjoy the weak dollar, trillion debt charged on a chinese card, 4,000 dead soldiers and counting and rising gas prices, not mention the 100 years in Iraq.

nice try   May 9th, 2008 2:45 pm ET

nicole May 9th, 2008 2:25 pm ET

this is terrible you can't believe anything on sites like that, which go out of their way to attack–twisting facts to that purpose.
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does that mean that ads running now against McCain, paid for by the DNC or democrate-oriented thrid parties are just a tissue of lies too?

benosa TX   May 9th, 2008 2:45 pm ET

The American people know better…..please question Senator Obama on issues that will move this great country forward.

Obama "08

Sick&Tired   May 9th, 2008 2:45 pm ET

I want to ask something too….

when is Juan McSame going to the nursing home?

ted   May 9th, 2008 2:45 pm ET

Unfortunately, in spite of all of the Obamunist propaganda, The republicans will win the election in '08. they will smash Obama to sawdust. All those millions of dollars wasted because idealists and elitists chose a wet-behind-the ears politician rather than a tried and true candidate whose been out in the open (sniper fire or not) for 16 years.

Oh well. Four more years - maybe we can get it right then.

VoteforAmerica   May 9th, 2008 2:46 pm ET

Yup, the time has come now. Hillary has already softened Obama. I have been reading the right-wing forums lately, they are already gearing up.

Zachary   May 9th, 2008 2:46 pm ET

Go Obama!!! Land slide Victory!!!McCain has no chance!!

Sheryl   May 9th, 2008 2:46 pm ET

RNC, crawl back into your hole….

bill pike   May 9th, 2008 2:46 pm ET

say goodnight mcbush

Danny   May 9th, 2008 2:46 pm ET

The Republican Party Is DEAD! Go ahead and TRY to make yourselves look like you have ANY political power, but we've all known the truth for the past several years. RNC = RIP

Susan, San Francisco, CA   May 9th, 2008 2:46 pm ET

To the guys who said: They're running scared! They KNOW that Barak Obama will win the Presidency in a landslide!!

I think you're delusional. He'll probably win a handful of states in general election. Wake up, the majority of Americans don't want him. Dems are dreaming.

Heather   May 9th, 2008 2:47 pm ET

Haha. The only option they have is to rehash things that have been asked, answered, and overcome in the minds of sensible people. Their best hope is that something else comes out on Barack, because if there's one thing great about this drawn-out primary, it's that whatever they can say about him now is old, old news.

Marie in California   May 9th, 2008 2:47 pm ET

As a disgusted Democrat….I say, Good going, RNC! Where do I send my money to help you along?

Obama has left a LOT of questions unanswered….and I can only surmise he simply doesn't want to answer them. All he has going for him is……a lovely smile, pretty words, and the Audacity of Hype. Can't run a country on that!

Mike   May 9th, 2008 2:47 pm ET

I support Hillary and I will never vote for Obama. Obama is sold out to defense contractors, oil companies and drug companies as to why they have been giving big bucks to all his campaigns. He is Bush 2.0 and the kool-aid drinkers are ignoring these facts.

Eric   May 9th, 2008 2:47 pm ET

I'm a Hillary Supporter and I've said from the start that I never thought Barack Obama was experienced enough to run the country and I still don't. I haven't decided who I will vote for if Hillary is not the nominee. I believe the only way I'll vote for Obama is if Hillary is on the ticket.

etta1   May 9th, 2008 2:47 pm ET

Margeaux::

STOP BEING A HATER! AND GET REAL , MCCAIN IS TOO OLD AND HILLARY IS LIER! SO THAT;S A HECK OF A CHOICE WOULDN'T YOU SAY?

Rick   May 9th, 2008 2:48 pm ET

Obama Rocks.

Scott - GA.   May 9th, 2008 2:48 pm ET

Politics as usual….lol

Obama has set his campaign up perfectly for attacks.

Everything they say will be taken with a grain of salt if it is not factual. It's just gonna bounce right off of him.

America is not going for politics as usual this year.

Repub's going down, and i can't wait till Senator Hillary joins the fight against them because she is ferocious, with Bill too, they don't stand a chance.

Dilly WA   May 9th, 2008 2:48 pm ET

Didn't work for Hillary-won't work for McCain. RNC can't even come up with their own stuff.

60 year old white female, Mo   May 9th, 2008 2:48 pm ET

All american People will not be satisfied with any answer… Better things to do it to let it go or ignore these request…He already answered all these questions . Maybe the RNC is affraid…. Hahahahah…

honkey white guy from cali   May 9th, 2008 2:49 pm ET

Hey either way This is going to be the largest landslide victory in November that the USA has ever seen! for once the people are truly starting to wake up and have decided that it is time to change and reform this great nation and take it true place in the world community. not as a dictating bully! but as the beacon of peace, hope and prosperity that it was originally founded on!

The Republicans so far have one web site that at best spins lie after lie. they are good at those! By contrast the Obama campaign have nearly one million volunteers getting underway with this voter registration drive. There are so many people in this country that have never voted because they do not believe there voice will be heard and more and more as people see this campaign is by the people for the people! We will unite and take back are great nation and send these special interest groups corp American lobbyist back from were they came! I hope they put them in prison were they belong!

Go Obama 08 Yes We Can

Canadian Point of View   May 9th, 2008 2:49 pm ET

Watching this Democratic race for the nomination closely from Canada, It's hard not to question wether Americans are as dumb as the stereotype would label them. Clearly they are not and I don't believe that but how could Clinton supporters vote for McCain over Obama? Their platforms are totally different. This makes one wonder what reasons are they supporting Clinton? Is it possibly race or gender? Her core supporters are uneducated whites in rural areas. Maybe if they were somewhat educated they would be less ignorant and see that voting for McCain is going against what Clinton stands for.

I do not think Clinton should be forced out, but rather leave on her own will. I just hope that if Obama is the nominee, she will whole heartedly support him and rally behind him and not try to start her own party or something destructive along those lines. I initially thought she damaged his campaign, but he proved to be strong and weathered the criticism and carried on to being well vetted.

In my closing, I sincerly hope, whom ever the nominee is, Democrats will rally behind them and defeat McCain. Even in Canada, we suffer from Bush.

Mario O'dwyer   May 9th, 2008 2:49 pm ET

NO NO NO….YOU GUYS ARE PLAYING IT OUR WAY THIS TIME NO MORE PHONEY POLITICS…..WE ARE ASKING YOU THE QUESTIONS:

1) WHY WON'T REPUBLICANS APOLOGIZE FOR THE 8 YEARS OF HELL THEY PUT THIS COUNTRY THROUGH WITH AN AIRHEAD LIKE BUSH IN THE WHITEHOUSE.

2) WHY DID JOHN MCCAIN NOT REJECT THE SUPPORT OF HIS OBVIOUSLY HATEFUL PASTOR THAT SAID AMERICA DESRVED 911 AND KATRINA AND IT WAS GODS WILL TO PAY AMERICA BACK?

3) WHAT SHOULD THE AMERICAN PEOPLE MAKE OF YOUR REFUSAL TO HONOR MARTIN LUTHER KING SOMEONE WHO FAUGHT FOR CIVIL LIBERTIES FOR ALL RACES, GENDER AND RELIGION?

4A) HOW DO YOU EXPECT US CONTINUE TO SPEND BILLIONS OF DOLLARS IN IRAQ WHEN WE HAVE A CRUMBLING ECONOMY?

4B) HOW DO YOU WANT TO APOLOGIZE FOR THE OVER 4000 AMERICANS WE SENT TO DIE OVER A LIE..WMDS?

5) HOW DO YOU RESPOND TO PEOPLE WHO ASK YOU WHY YOU THINK THE BEST FISCAL POLICY IS TO HAVE NONE. JUST SIT AND WATCH?

6) HOW MANY TIMES DO YOU WANT TO FLIP FLOP ON WHETHER GIVING TAX BREAKS TO THE WEALTHY DURING A WAR IS RESPONSIBLE OR OTHERWHISE?

7) HOW DO YOU PROPOSE WE PAY FOR THE GAS TAX HOLIDAY YOU PROPOSED? 8) HOW DO YOU SAY YOU ARE GOING TO RUN AN HONEST AND RESPECTABLE CAMPAIGN ONE DAY AND THEN TURN AROUND AND USE HAMAS ENDORSING YOUR OPPONENT AS A TACTIC?

9) HOW CAN YOU CLAIM TO BE IN TOUCH WITH WORKING AMERICANS WHEN YOUR WIFE IS WORTH OVER 100mILLION DOLLARS AND YOU FLY AROUND IN HER COMPANY JET?

10) WHEN ARE REPUBLICANS GOING TO LEARN THAT WE AS AMERICANS ARE OUR BROTHERS KEEPERS AND OUR VALUES REVOLVE AROUND THAT NOTION?

Aces full of Kings   May 9th, 2008 2:49 pm ET

Just shows you how out of touch the Republicans are. Reading yesterday's news. Asked and answered! What's the matter, you can't find your bearings? No honor in the McCain camp.

Robert   May 9th, 2008 2:50 pm ET

Who cares for those few Republicans left in this country…..TIME FOR CHANGE
VOTE DEMOCRAT FOR THE FUTURE OF OUR KIDS ANDTHIS WONDERFUL NATION

Charles-Dallas, TX   May 9th, 2008 2:50 pm ET

O yeah Rush Limbaugh will love this. To bad it won't work. Can you smell what Barack is cooking!

Phil From VA   May 9th, 2008 2:50 pm ET

Let all democrats unite. Let's donate and win the GE. Enough of scare tactics and tax breaks for the wealthy.

Charles-Dallas, TX   May 9th, 2008 2:51 pm ET

O yeah Rush Limbaugh will love this. To bad it won't work. Can you smell what Barack is cooking! Didn't think so.

Peace   May 9th, 2008 2:51 pm ET

The RNC are nothing but bunch of racist who does not want Obama to be the president.They rather keep this country in the past if not 72 years behind evolution.Sorry,even 3rd ward countries are very current.It is about time you get over your hatred for black people.He has the best positive attitude and out looks to bring haters/blacks/mexicans/KKK and even the acient people like mcain together.Deal with it
Peace

mike   May 9th, 2008 2:51 pm ET

Hey Obama supporters, this has nothing to do with Hillary. Keep it up and we will never unite and loose again in November, stop being so anti Hillary. Obama needs all the help he can, you think he will win with only his supporters…I think not.

Hoang, UC Berkeley   May 9th, 2008 2:51 pm ET

I'm voting for Hillary in November, no matter what.
GOTTA BRING MY PEN TO THE POLL!!!!

I'm voting for Hillary in November, no matter what.
GOTTA BRING MY PEN TO THE POLL!!!!

Dylan   May 9th, 2008 2:51 pm ET

hahaha this is downright. pathetic he has already answer those questions repeatedly.

it's not about getting the answers for the RNC, its's about repeating the questions so many times that ignorant people create their own answers to them.

the RNC "preying on the ignorant since before you were born!"

Kevin   May 9th, 2008 2:54 pm ET

Those are the "issues" the people of the RNC are concerned about? That's weak.

mike   May 9th, 2008 2:54 pm ET

Obama's supporters keep making negative comments on Hillary and we will never unite. do you think Obama will win the white house with only 52% of the democratic vote…not. This has nothing to do with Hillary.

Obama ... Is for what???   May 9th, 2008 2:56 pm ET

Obama has never stood for anything. What is his past record??? He doesn't answer the tough questions, and he refuses to explain his position on the issues that matter. He continues to deny invitations to debates (and he will continue to do so in the General Election).
He does have persona. Maybe he should go into advertising or info-mercials.
McCain is about the same without the persona.

Brian   May 9th, 2008 2:56 pm ET

This is pathetic…MAN are they stretching…this is so stupid. I think they realize they have no chance so they're reaching!

noah   May 9th, 2008 2:57 pm ET

May 9th, 2008 2:19 pm ET

Debby

Yes and the RNC forgot the most important question why hasn't he gone to Iraq yet to see whats going on since he says he has better foreign policy experience than McCain.

I have seen statements like this a few times. He has gone to Iraq, he wrote about the experience in his book. You can find the dates he was there as well and if you would like I am sure you can verify the trip fairly easily. He also talks about a trip he took to the former soviet block countries when he discusses our nations policy to provide funding for the securing of biological and chemical weapons. I believe the policy was created by a Republican member of congress and turned out to be a great idea. Very interesting read.

ericajane   May 9th, 2008 2:57 pm ET

Ah, the politics of hate and fear. Thank goodness Barack Obama offers us a much needed break from this. He is the one we've been waiting for. The RNC is showing us exactly what they are made of.

F Franklin, Little Rock Ar   May 9th, 2008 2:57 pm ET

So called Democrats that refuse to vote for Obama are foolish and truly have no democratic values. You made up you mind 4 years ago that Hillary Clinton was going to be the dem. nom. and now that somebody with new shows to be a stronger, smarter candidate, you won't listen to his message. Vote Mccain in November, you'll probably be laid off work soon after.

Max in San Diego   May 9th, 2008 2:57 pm ET

Not this time–these typically 'bedrock' Republican election strategies will fall into the ever growing sink-hole of the Economy, Iraq, Health Care…

Phil-Little Rock   May 9th, 2008 2:57 pm ET

Now comes the rough stuff, Sen. Obama. Although I hate it, I think it was good that Barack Obama got the whole house thrown at him by Hillary, he'll know to be ready for the whole neighborhood from the Republicans.

BTW, isn't this old news, Republicans? Why don't you go make up some lies with that overpaid blowhard Rush LImbaugh, like the lies about Saddam having WMDs??

UNITED WE FAIL   May 9th, 2008 2:57 pm ET

Isn't this the same type of smear tactic that HRC ran in her campaign? Shows you how out of touch the RNC is. They are using a playbook against Obama that has proven to not work! But, I guess the RNC is used to things not working, like our economy!!

Will from Oxford   May 9th, 2008 2:57 pm ET

Obama is not a leader, just a good speaker. He will fail. even if he is elected, he will fail. That's at least what we over here in the UK think. A great deal of think this.

ferris_b   May 9th, 2008 2:58 pm ET

Just in time to rally all of us democrats together…. Thanks!

Oregon For Obama!

Mary - Independent   May 9th, 2008 2:58 pm ET

The Republicans and Democrats need to stop this continuous fighting about the candidates. It is childish, non-productive and does not provide benefit to the American people. So far, we still remain a democracy and still maintain a constitution in America and we still have rights to vote for whoever we want. If you complainers can't get over this and are so unhappy, move to Siberia!

Obama v McCain   May 9th, 2008 2:59 pm ET

OK.let me break this San Fran bitter-gate thing down for the simple minded: Catholics people.. when you go to the polls are you going to vote for an atheist? No.. you tend to vote for Catholics or people who respect catholic views. Hence you vote yor religion
Proud NRA card carriers? When you go to the polls.. the person who says he's/she's not behind you and want to take your gun rights away isnt going to get your vote. Hence you vote based on your guns.
Blue collared workers? when your job outs you for a foreigner because the wages are cheaper and they dont push for Unions…when you go to the polls you wont vote for ANYONE looking to give illegal aliens an easier way(hence voting against someone who's not like you)..if you arnt catching the point by now.. you wont..he said that people tend to "cling" to religion, guns blah blah blah…if he had not used "cling" and said vote..you would have found another reason to hate him.. But get this straight.. Rev Wright, Will Aires, Bitter-gate will not bring him down.. if this is all they've got then
BRING IT ON!

TIMBER   May 9th, 2008 2:59 pm ET

They are SO happy Obama might get the nomination, they will fry him. Pity, I can't take 4 more years of republicans.

Sharon Minnesota   May 9th, 2008 2:59 pm ET

JOHN LOOK AT HILLARY VERY CLOSLEY SHE WOULD MAKE A GREAT VP. ASK HER PLEASE.

I had that very thought too. Two moderate mavericks on the Grand Old Party's ticket. Yeah!! Then we have a real team that can win in November. Comon Hillary defect, you can do it. The Dem's had no respect for you after a lifetime of service to their party.

The party's over for the democrats. Too many of those new and nasty types invading.

LOL   May 9th, 2008 2:59 pm ET

I can't wait for the general election.

For every negative ad that McSame attacks Obama with, he will be hit with 4 from the Obama Nation machine.

Danny   May 9th, 2008 2:59 pm ET

Let's also get this election in perspective. Have you looked at the numbers of people who've voted for Obama? Not EVEN counting Hillary's votes, he still outnumbers McCain, right? Why are people thinking that this ISN'T going to be a landslide, and why the hell do we care about getting Hillary's votes? This election is a done deal already and all we have to do is enjoy the summer! A NEW AGE IS FINALLY UPON US! GOD BLESS AMERICA AND IT'S PEOPLE FOR GETTING THROUGH THE WORST PRESIDENCY EVER!!

Democrat in Des Moines   May 9th, 2008 2:59 pm ET

Agree Mike - the negative comments about her have made me "bitter" towards the Obama camp where I could have been happy with him at one time. Not just them, but how he dodges the issues out there where Hillary actually provides solutions - not all great ones but at least she is engaged with our country.

Time to kick him where it counts. He will not be president - he is not ready.

Johannes   May 9th, 2008 2:59 pm ET

Shame on you RNC! How low! How can Obama claim to love this country if he doesn't support its policies? What a stupid question! The slavery and segregation of the past were our policies…. must we love such injustice to avoid being accused of being "unpatriotic". get a grip. Obama all the way!

EC   May 9th, 2008 3:00 pm ET

Sen. McCain is in for a whole lot of Whip ARSE come November. Sen. Obama is going to eat him alive!!! Sen. McCain has not even begun to be vetted in any shape or form. I can't wait to see him when the REAL PRESSURE is in his FACE!!!

Don't make the same mistake Sen. Clinton did by under-estimating Sen. Obama. Like my momma would say "don't let my nice smile fool you, I can turn you inside out before you even blink".

Sen. McCain and his sidekick Joe Lieberman is in for a rude awakening. They have NO IDEA what they are in for come November. He's been lucky that Sen. Lieberman has been "cleaning up" after him thus far. Those days will soon be a reality for him. He's going to be cleaning up alright…and it won't be pretty.

John   May 9th, 2008 3:00 pm ET

McCain be the nice elderly man you say you are stop this your temper will fail you if attacks came your way wortd to the wise

Ludovic   May 9th, 2008 3:00 pm ET

this poor guy have to fight on every side !
amazing

Glenn   May 9th, 2008 3:00 pm ET

Obama is against the war in Iraq … that is all that matters.

AKRON, OHIO OBOMA SUPPORTER   May 9th, 2008 3:00 pm ET

REPUBLICANS CAN DO WHAT EVER THEY WANT AGAINST OBOMA IF THE GOOD LORD INTENDS FOR HIM TO WIN THE VOTE TO THE WHITE HOUSE THERES NOTHING ANYBODY CAN DO, CAN'T ALL OF YOU SEE THE GOOD LORD IS FIGHTHING OBOMA BATTLES FOR HIM AND GIVING HIM THE WISDOM TO GET TO WHERE HE IS AT. WHAT GOD HAS FOR YOU NO MAN CAN TAKE IT AWAY NO MATTER WHAT.

Soba, Clifton, NJ   May 9th, 2008 3:01 pm ET

There are two reasons why McCain has this nomination:

1. People feel bad that he didnt get the nomination in 2000, becuase the Bush WRONGLY smeared him badly.

2. They know he CAN NOT win, so this will leave the door open for jeb bush in 2012.

Elisabeth   May 9th, 2008 3:01 pm ET

Obamas arrogans is not a quality regarding foreign politics. His insulting style and supercilious smile will make foreign leaders hesitate and distrust his abilities and intentions. Sorry for my bad English!

Travis   May 9th, 2008 3:01 pm ET

Those questions have all been asked and answered repeatedly . . . next.

"uneducated bitter blue collar" American from a big state   May 9th, 2008 3:03 pm ET

This is good for the Obama team because once the Republicans start with their dirty game, it will unite the Democrats. Sweet, they should step up their game. MCFart is toast.

We need such "low level scum" campaign tactics to rekindle the Democratic patriotism that Billary have smothered over the past nomination race.

rice, bryan   May 9th, 2008 3:03 pm ET

if you can't win with logic, scare them to death. if you can't win with the issues that concern this country, scare them into voting for you. hey if it worked for bush it will work for mcbush.

Debbie,NJ   May 9th, 2008 3:04 pm ET

Here's an ad;

McCain orders a draft

True This   May 9th, 2008 3:04 pm ET

The Republicans sure are slow to catch up. He answered these questions months ago! Really funny how they're recycling old news with new headlines. Move on!

Blank   May 9th, 2008 3:07 pm ET

Well, the fact is that he has answered every question that he has been asked. People just ignore it for some reason. Voting present is customary for votes whose results are already known. Whether or not you agree with what he said, he has already explained what he was trying to say with his bitter comment. His positions on issues are also very clear if you actually look them up. Like all the candidates, there's a section on his website that list all his stances.

White middle-aged woman for Obama !   May 9th, 2008 3:07 pm ET

It comes down to this : WE DO NOT WANT ANOTHER 4-8 YEARS OF BUSH POLICIES !! The American people are tired of being lead down that path and the Republicans know they just don't stand a chance in Nov. Normally I would vote republican, but not this time I'm sick of it.
You people must really be afraid of Sen. Obama if you're gonna start with these tactics.
I'm for Obama, and can't wait to see him sworn in as President.

Raz   May 9th, 2008 3:07 pm ET

If we vote Republican than we deserve another 4 years of same problems.

Good luck
Raz