May 12, 2008
Posted: 10:10 AM ET

From
CNN

Watch Gov. Manchin’s interview Monday.

(CNN)— West Virgina’s Governor Joe Manchin echoed the sentiment of Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton Monday saying his state is not ready to call the race for Barack Obama until every state has had its chance to vote.

“I see the numbers the same as you see them,” Manchin told American Morning anchor John Roberts. “It looks like [Obama] has done quite well, but it’s not over until it’s over. We’re going to enjoy this primary tomorrow, and I’m sure other states will enjoy theirs.”

Voters in West Virgina head to the polls in less than 24 hours, with 28 pledged delegates at stake.

Clinton, who has a significant lead in West Virginia polls, has spent three out of the past five days campaigning there.

Obama is scheduled to campaign there Monday, but plans to head to Missouri — an important general election swing state for Democrats – on Tuesday, another sign his campaign has begun looking past the primary battle.

Gov. Manchin — who is chairman of the Democratic Governor’s Association and one of six uncommitted superdelegate governors — said if Obama is the party’s nominee, he will work to help the Illinois senator win his state in the fall.

Filed under: Barack Obama • Hillary Clinton


United We Stand   May 12th, 2008 3:22 pm ET

I can't believe that 75% of WV democrats are going to go out and vote for a dead-end candidate. What is the matter with you people!!??? Is your fear of people who do not look like you THAT great? You would rather vote to prolong the agony and decrease our future nominee's chances in the GE than pull the lever for the black guy? Democrats must unite and close the ranks! This is not fun and games in Lala-land, you're deciding the future of our country here. WV never stops to shock and amaze me.. It's like a different planet out there.

Hillary's chances are about the same as Ron Paul's.

Let the democratic party split   May 12th, 2008 3:21 pm ET

Wake up Democrats, Hillary is not breaking up the party - it's already broken and has been broken for years. It broke when we started allowing anyone to run as a dem, even when their beliefs went against the party's platform (ie, Bob Casey). So now we have progressive dems, conservative dems, moderate dems. Give me a break! This primary is showing us that the time to start a new party of the people is at hand. Obama and Bob Casey can keep the old party and the rest of us will move to the new party.

If Obama is the nominee, women will stay home in droves or they will vote, but they will not vote for a presidential nominee. Instead, we will look at our superdelegates and vote against every one of them that supported Obama and therefore supported of a well-devised machine to make sure that a woman does not become president. Obama has done well to make sure that we are all on edge because he is black. We are all so afraid to make it seem like we are racist that we are tripping over ourselves to make sure that we definitely arent. The democratic party is being played by a well-funded marketing machine. Obama is all flash like a new sneaker - all shiny but with unnecessary features and manufactured by children in developing world factories.

DEM/REM ?   May 12th, 2008 3:21 pm ET

Has no one gathered what the problem is here. The media had to be for Obama if not they were racist, so the average Joe has to be the same, If not they are racist also.
Nothing to do with race I agree with Mr.Romney what has he (Obama ) ran or been in charge of this will be like a major Company giving their night watchman the CEO position.

We all better pray that he will choose to surround himself with some intelegent cabinet members that are not ready to blow up some country.

Lynn   May 12th, 2008 3:15 pm ET

To the Obama supporters, if Gore had carried WV he would have been President. So is WV important. Of course. I early voted for Senator Clinton and then filled out paperwork to change to Independent. The DNC and the Obama supporters do not care about my vote. The way my candidate has been treated by the media, some Democrats and nasty blogs I will vote for McCain in November. The DNC will not hold Roe vs. Wade over my head. Would a large company hire for its CEO someone with 3 years of experience. Again of course not. Just words.

yes she will   May 12th, 2008 3:14 pm ET

Really starting to beleive democrats are RETARDED !

you people planing to vote for Mccain if your candidate is not the nominee are just RETARDED. GO AHEAD vote republican, but dont complain when :

- we loose soldiers, ( sons, spouse, father, brother sisters ) 100 is long enough to make sure you'll loose someone.
- When the USA becomes a third world country with a président that does not have a clue about the economie

Jesus, democrat are either retarded, undeducated, or plainly stupid !
dont get it….

Republican would never make that error, that s why they'll always be richer, more consistant then democrats.

PJ (aka Confused)   May 12th, 2008 3:14 pm ET

why is there so much negativity against OBAMA from the Hill Clan, are we not all for the same party. It just suprises me how some people mainly Hill's so called supporters are really Un educted as she suggests to abandon the party if she isnt given the nomination. What does that say about loyality. Although you are allowed to vote anyway you choose it just boggles the mind to know how her Clan are prepared to jump over board and commit political sucide. Go ahead then take your sorry votes to McSane who cares nothing is gonna change SHE CANT WIN.

simond   May 12th, 2008 3:13 pm ET

West Virginia is indeed a swing state. Bill Clinton won WV in 1992 and 1996 and Bush won in 2000 & 2004. The democrats should win this state back in November. However, if Obama is the nominee, the democrats will have zero chance in winning WV.

Obama win '08   May 12th, 2008 3:11 pm ET

Everyone is talking about Hillary Clinton is more electable. Well lets break this down.

Barack Obama will have no problem beating McCain in the general election and this is how he will get it done.

WA - 11
OR - 7
CA - 55
CO - 9
MN - 10
WI - 10
IL - 21
MO - 11
LA - 9
MI - 17
OH - 20
GA - 15
VA - 13
NY - 31
ME - 4
VT - 3
MA - 12
RI - 4
CT - 7
NJ - 15
DE - 3
MD - 10
DC - 3
HI - 4
Total 304 Electoral Votes (only 270 is needed to win)

If anyone doubts OH, for argument sake let’s remove it from the number and you get 284, he still WINS.

And don't doubt LA and GA. He is going to win both.

ken   May 12th, 2008 3:10 pm ET

Is Ron Paul still in the race?

How about those Huckabee supporters now voting for Obama? How confused could people be?

Alicia   May 12th, 2008 3:09 pm ET

I think it is unfair that everyone seems to think the nomination is wrapped up. I live in Kentucky. Does my state not count? Does W. VA not count? Hilary has the democratic right to continue in the race.

Some of us Democrats do not believe that Obama can win against McCain. He has no history, we know nothing about him or his strengths. Do you go to a surgeon for heart surgery that has only been practicing for a couple of months?

Add Michigan and Florida numbers to the count and Hilary is actually doing quite well. Hang in there Hilary!

stephanie   May 12th, 2008 3:09 pm ET

I live in Kentucky and am a democrat. I will be seeing Obama campaigning today in Louisville. I think this will be the deciding factor of who I will vote for. I think its absolutely crazy and damaging that Hillary and her supporters claim..they will win states like WV and KY..because they are predominantly white..and uneducated. Who glorifies in that kind of stereotype? You just put the writing on the wall..when you say you wouldn't vote for him in November. Its because of people like that..that Bush got 2 terms in office. We need CHANGE!

Steve from Alabama   May 12th, 2008 3:09 pm ET

Thanks Governor Manchin,for your candid remarks ,and unwavering support of this race going on. I happened to be awake last night when the "CNN" commentator was interviewing you,and I thought you did a great job and handle it as well as anyone…..despite his most underhanded tactics. I'd like for everyone to keep in mind that if 89%-92% of the African-American caucus is voting for Obama,that any remaining group,left to vote for anyone,would ,due to this absence of the black voters, have to be predominently white,or hispanic ,or something. And simply describing the group's make-up,is not a bad thing or a racist thing.

Chester, White West Virginia Obama Supporter   May 12th, 2008 3:09 pm ET

West Virginians,Since Senator Obama is both black and white, If you don't want to vote for the black half , vote for the white half. (SEE HOW
STUPID PREJUDICE SOUNDS?).

Dan, Hopkins, MN   May 12th, 2008 3:09 pm ET

Voting for McCain if your candidate doesn't win? Yeah. That's really a smart strategy. Maybe since we are not winning in Iraq, we should just join forces with Osama Bin Laden. What do you guys think?

I guess I am not surprised with these type of comments given the demographics of who is voting for Hillary.

VT in CA   May 12th, 2008 3:09 pm ET

Good for him! Reality rules!

God Bless America   May 12th, 2008 3:08 pm ET

God Bless those lil ol' rednecks in West Virginia. Maybe Hillary can teach her white racist, uneducated, blue collar worker supporters…….MATH.

To the rest of West Virginia have your primary, let your voice be heard and let your motivation be for what is BEST FOR ALL AMERICANS.

Terry   May 12th, 2008 3:05 pm ET

Go Hillary!!!

I can not stand that guy!!!!!! Who cares what he can speak - it is all staged. He CAN NOT CARRY THE BIG STATES!!!! and wait when republican will take they shot — the news people will stop handaling him with such care.

Epluribus   May 12th, 2008 3:03 pm ET

He's a smart young man. Who's delusional are the Obama supporters, and I'm a Black Male. I don't understand why the Obamanites feel so threatened with Hilliary continuing the race when no one has been declared a winner.

I use to feel partianship was what mattered, but after speaking to some of my friends, if Obama is not the nominee, they will refuse to vote. So I feel the same now, if Hilliary isn't the nominee I will not vote.

The DNC has made a mockery of the election process. Florida should count as it was presented, and Michigan should be divided in half. The Superdelegates shouldn't feel theartened to vote for whomever they choose, instead of being worried about constiuents.

I vote for Ms. Hilliary Clinton

Jeff   May 12th, 2008 3:02 pm ET

Obama's inspiring but Hillary's a leader and people know this. She should pursue this to the end and i find it to be outrageous for Obama supporters to be calling for her end, I know they are better than that and want a Democrat in the white house first and foremost.

Darryl   May 12th, 2008 3:02 pm ET

Will Senator Clinon ever come clean on the Peter Paul vs Hillary and Bill Clinton Case?

This Clinton family feel like they are above the Law?

Aida   May 12th, 2008 3:01 pm ET

Obama claims he has the 'educated' vote. With all the hate spewed by his supporters, he seems to have the immature vote. Get a grip people. Don't alienate Hillary supporters with your hate - you need them to stand a chance in November.

I see too many saying they won't vote for Obama, all because of your hateful comments. Obama doesn't have all the educated voters and Hillary doesn't have all the hard-working voters - but we will have McCain as president if you haters don't get it and change your tune.

Obama, you say you unite, but your supporters divide. Look beyond your inner circle and see what is happening in the real world.

jane in CA   May 12th, 2008 2:59 pm ET

WV needs to embrace changes to grow away from the coal mines and bring prosperity to the people. WV please refuse nickles and dimes that are promised by the Clintons government.

O Man   May 12th, 2008 2:55 pm ET

Of course the West Virginia Gov. is not going to cal it for Obama yet. After the primary I'm sure he will. It's an effort in futility for Clinton anyway. There is no reason for her to still be campaigning. The window of opportunity close for any chance for the VP spot after the North Carolina and Indiana primaries. It is time for the Obama camp to start considering a VP. Which i think should be a woman and there are plenty to choose from. For example and worth consideration, democratic, Governor Sebelius from the "red state" Kansas. She has excutive and legislative skills and family ties to the "red state" Ohio, her father was democratic governor there. It would be a bonus to for his ticket for the obvious reasons.

NickSanDiego   May 12th, 2008 2:54 pm ET

How many people really care about all of these whining Clinton people crying that they will vote for McCain now?? I think you people are all pitiful and childish. I hope this is posted but you people need to look in a mirror and admit to your self that your Racial hate is stronger than your love for your country. I think you SHOULD vote for McCain just stop lying to US and YOURSELVES at to the reason why. We are not Stupid!

Go support McCain PLEASE and stop crying about it. Just GROW -UP

Jane   May 12th, 2008 2:54 pm ET

From Wikipedia:

"Education in West Virginia: West Virginia has received low marks for reading and math skills at the eighth-grade level and ranked 51st in college education rates."

THAT'S Hillary's constituency–in polite terms, the "low-informed." And what they do tomorrow has a virtually negligible impact on the final outcome.

So all you good ol' boys who still think Obama took his oath of office on the Koran and secretly practices the Muslim religion can cast your vote for the "hard-working white" chick. To put it in your vernacular, "it don't mean a thing."

obama all the way   May 12th, 2008 2:53 pm ET

To Helen,

Please do so - You are the one who needs healthcare and good benefit… not Obam!

Think, open up, be smart…..

LB   May 12th, 2008 2:53 pm ET

I can not understand why any women would vote for McCain over Obama. Look at McCain's age, now try to relate his age to his general thinking when it comes to women. He will never stand up for womens rights, job, pay, etc. because it was born in the old age thinking that women should be like his mother. Stay home and take care of the family. Some things you just can not reprogram in the old males mind. It's like trying to break an old habbit that you don't really want to break. It just won't happen.

Billy   May 12th, 2008 2:53 pm ET

West Virginia did not have a chance to vote for their candidate. Dodd or Biden or any other candidate was no longer in the race by the time they get to vote. Is that democracy? This process needs to be changed to a vote all states all on one day, just like the general election. This year long process is just a scam. The networks talk about it everyday.

Emeka   May 12th, 2008 2:53 pm ET

The question is not that Obama cant win, because he has already won the nomination. The question should be, Can he win in November? The best prediction for the future is the current even. If Hillary could not win her own party, how does she win the general elections?
Think people!

Dawn   May 12th, 2008 2:52 pm ET

Does this mean the small states count now?

Or only the small states that vote for Hillary?

dan FL   May 12th, 2008 2:51 pm ET

Go Hillary…!!!!!!.
If my FL vote does not count . I will vote for Mccain..

Darryl   May 12th, 2008 2:50 pm ET

Thank you Governor for you upcoming support in the fall, now for the Hillary Clinton supporters thank you for you standing by her as well and I speaking for the Obama supporters we look forward to working with you in the fall to take back the White House.

United We Stand "Yes We Can" All Democrats we must work togather.

I welcome the votes from the other states.. We must move one on this is over…..

Obama 08

old boy   May 12th, 2008 2:49 pm ET

Obama is an oportunist who saw a chance to divide the base of the democratic party and took it.
Hi is a man w/o any experience to his name, a racist minister who inspired him to write a book and prayed with him …hmmm for 20 years. BO maninpulated us all with the phony race speech that only worked on the press and then by working w Wright to cook up a "spectacle" at the National Press Club so BO would be (so sadly and watch me manipulate you dumb white Americans) could have and excuse to flip off Rev. Wright.
OB has the principles of slime.. and enjoys manipulating us silly voters.
Don't vote for the Grand Manipulator and Great Divider.
McCain or Hillary 08!!!!!!!!!!

Bubba J   May 12th, 2008 2:49 pm ET

Obama is a Muslim who says he is a Christian! Hillary is our only hope, he can't be elected. Don't be fooled by the slick talking Obama! We're at war with the Muslims, don't elect one President of the U.S.

Obama 08
Osama 09

DAN   May 12th, 2008 2:49 pm ET

DON'T YOU OBAMA SUPPORTERS BLAME HILARY IF AND WHEN OBAMA LOSES IN NOVEMBER.

HE IS UNELECTABLE. THE DNC HAD BEEN WARNED. HE HAD NOT WON THE CRITICAL SWING STATES NOR THE DEM BASE STATES OF CALIFORNIA, NJ, MA.

SO DON'T PUT HIS IMPENDING LOSE TO HILARY. SHE HAS EVERY RIGHT TO CONTINUE HER CAMPAIGN. WHAT HE BRINGS TO THE TABLE IS ANOTHER STORY. HOW HE WILL GET SCRUTINIZED FOR A CHANGE IS OUT OF ANYBODY'S HANDS.
IT'S ALL ON HIM.

Geo from Toronto   May 12th, 2008 2:48 pm ET

One thing that annoys me is that the media is all over Hillary saying that she should not of made the remarks she did the other night about the white vote etc.., If you listen clearly to what she was saying, she actually was referring to a ap poll that was done. No where in the interview did she come up with this herself. Listen clearly people, and stop pointing the finger when you clearly dont know the facts. The media is great at spinning everthing. Obama and his followers are the ones playing the race card.

Proud West Virginian   May 12th, 2008 2:48 pm ET

Proud West Virginian May 12th, 2008 1:33 pm ET
Your comment is awaiting moderation.
It sickens me to read all the comments from narrow minded, igonorant, smug people that stereotype West Virginians as backward, uneducated, racist people. Just because we don't want your candidate that makes us ignorant racists? Well, I've got news for you…racism exist everywhere, I will even bet that you have some predjustics yourself because everyone does. Most of you are hypocrites.

Don't tell be about racism when over 90% of blacks in not just a few states…But all states, are voting for Obama. If you don't see this as a slap in the white man's face….THEN YOU ARE THE IGNORANT PERSON!

Has it ever occured to you that maybe some of us West Virginians are voting for Clinton because of our overall satisfaction with the Clinton Administration of the 90's? You fool yourself when you believe that going forward is always the smart thing to do….sometimes we get off track and the smart thing is to go back.

Maybe we prefer Clinton over a STRANGER that we know very little about….and essentially that's what Obama is…I mean, let's be honest, how many of us even heard of him until recently? You Obama supporters magnify every mistake Hillary may make but EXCUSE everything about Obama. You can't honestly think that he listened to his pastor for 20 years and he had no idea that his pastor was an angry bitter person who hated whites.

And lastly, what are you intelligent, smug people from your 'SUPERIOR STATES' so proud of….your higher crime rates?

James, u are a moron!   May 12th, 2008 2:48 pm ET

nuff said and we don't need you in the democratic party. Go join Joe Lieberman and the rest of the traitors.

Truth Hurts   May 12th, 2008 2:47 pm ET

Who cares! Hillary has already told us that her " White Hard Working" (*wink wink*) constituency will not support Barack. We all got the message last week and the polls truely indicate that there are some who still blinded by the color of someone's skin.

It's 2008 people. Let's move on!

MC   May 12th, 2008 2:47 pm ET

This is one Hillary supporter that will no longer vote Democrat if Obama is the nominee . . . I've had it . . . sitting back and observing how she's been treated throughout this whole thing has turned me sour against the Democratic party . . . she should have won a long time ago . . . she got screwed . . . purposely.

Anonymous   May 12th, 2008 2:45 pm ET

JMO May 12th, 2008 2:10 pm ET

Obama will NOT get my vote ~ not even if he manages to convince Hillary to run for VP. I have been a democrat since JFK but I will vote a straight republican ticket if Obama is nominated. I cannot, in good conscience vote for him. He does not have a clue about being president and I think he's more of a demagogue than Bush - he will listen to no one. I don't believe McCain is Bush term 3 and I feel much more comfortable with him than I do Obama. Of course, if the democrats wise up and run Hillary - WE ARE SAVED!!!!

GO HILLARY GO ~ RISE HILLARY RISE ~ FLY HILLARY FLY
_____________________________________________________

First, you are probably not that old to have voted for JFK. Second, you said that Obama will listen to no one like Bush.

This is the funny thing about Clinton supporters, the reasons that you give for not voting for Obama are reasons that are actually ones that apply ot Hillary.: I don't trust him (Bosina, gas tax scam,etc); He will not listen to anyone if he's president (230 economist that said that the gas tax is a horrible idea). Please give me an example of what makes yuou think Obama wll be a demagogue?

Obama '08

NickSanDiego   May 12th, 2008 2:45 pm ET

Hey!! WV and KY She is $20,000,000 in debt! Careful of all of those IOUs they have been leaving all over the US and not paying. Get your $$$ upFRONT.

A Line for $20,000,000 is a LOOOOOOOOOOONG Line to wait in. Be Careful.

Sue   May 12th, 2008 2:45 pm ET

We'll just perpetuate it if we elect Obama, Deanna.

Helen   May 12th, 2008 2:44 pm ET

If Obama gets nominated my husband and I and several friends will vote for McCain. He has the experience even though we have been against Bush for 8 years, McCain will be better able to lead this country.
Go Hillary

Susan MO   May 12th, 2008 2:44 pm ET

If Hillary can't win the Democrat Primary how in GOD name can she win the GE.

People wake up. Hillary is only Great in your head.

Obama/Webb 08

Clinton supporters are drinking too much Kool-Aid. However, with limited money there will be no more Kool-Aid, therefore we will have lots of Junkies running around.

I hope McCain can afford to give them new Kool-Aid. Or they can come to Obama's Rehab Center.

Obama will bring change to Washington. No more Kool-Aid. CHANGE
OBAMA 08

jr   May 12th, 2008 2:42 pm ET

Look all of this is just practical behavior by a govenor who's state will vote heavily for Clinton tomorrow. It's her base, poor, uneducated, blue collar white voters (from her lips to my ears). But it's really all smoke and mirrors.

I've stopped listening to anything her or her handlers have to say. Once this is all over with, I'd highly recommend that they all apply for writers positions with the SciFi channel.

Marshall   May 12th, 2008 2:42 pm ET

precious…remember not voting is letting some one make a decision for you. Not voting means you have given up your right to say anything about the next administration.

leon   May 12th, 2008 2:42 pm ET

OBAMA08

WE Clinton's supporters do not care about your rationale or your hate which are the same thing by the way. We care about facts which is something Obama has not presented by the way just copied Hillary's programs and proposals.

The reality is that HIllary's supporters will not vote for Obama in the general election in big number and we have the right to decide whether we think McCain is better for our country that Obama. McCain by the way does have a record to prove he has worked with the Democeratic Party during many years which is something Obama has not.

ABAJO OBAMA! OBAMA GO BACK TO CHICAGO WITH MICHELLE AND YOUR FAMILY and start real work for your community

julieMn   May 12th, 2008 2:41 pm ET

I will not vote for any person that wants to be PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA , AND..

THINKS CANADA HAS A PRESIDENT
THE GREAT LAKES ARE IN OREGON
THERE ARE 57 STATES IN THE UNITED STATES

HELLO,,,,,,AND YOU ALL THINK HILL SUPPORTERS ARE DUMB>>

NickNas   May 12th, 2008 2:41 pm ET

WOW and the Sun will come up from the EAST in the morning. CMON CNN this is not even close to news.

Just go Ahead a call KY and WV Wins for Hillary Clinton it is already old news. She still loses, Obama IS our Nominee and inspite of wanting it to look like there are still big surprises like this lets move on!!

Now every simpleton who wants to be on the news can just say HILLARY IS GOING TO WIN!!! And you put them out? Sheesh!! THIS is how this delusional mess has gone on as long as it has thanks to the media.

Susan MO   May 12th, 2008 2:39 pm ET

GO HILLARY GO ~ RISE HILLARY RISE ~ FLY HILLARY FLY

GO AWAY - RISE UP AND GO TO NY - FLY AWAY

OBAMA 08

Ronald   May 12th, 2008 2:39 pm ET

suzy (you typed in all caps) . . . are you serious? Obama visited WV before PA voted. He is in WV today. You ask, "What more do you want?" How about integrity, honesty, a first family to be proud of and not ashamed of, a president who will not look at the American people in the eye (maybe even wag a finger) and lie and then blame lack of ethics . . . I mean sleep.

Hillary should not drop out. All the remaining states who have not broken the DNC rules should vote and have their delegates seated at the Convention. Obama will be the Democratic Nominee. Let's rally to the Democratic Party and make sure the Republicans don't have the power to continue to ruin this country.

John Smith   May 12th, 2008 2:38 pm ET

Hillary is not getting votes becuase she is the best candidate. No one really believes that Hillary can do a better job than Edwards, let alone Obama.

Most People are voting for Hillary because:
1. they can NEVER vote for a Black man; they still believe that Black people are "inferior."

2. they want to see a "woman" serve as president, even when that "woman" has poor judgement, has divisive character, is dishonest and so on.

Every day, I look at myself in the mirror and ask: How will God, in his infinite wisdom, allow Black people and White people to enter the gates of Heaven? May be "death" is the answer to my question– the "skin/body" does not really matter; it is all DUST and to dust it will return!!! Thank you Lord for the insight!!!

Jaimie   May 12th, 2008 2:38 pm ET

Out with Obama and in with Clinton. He cannot win in November. It will never happen. The Democrats are hurting themselves if they think he can stand up to a "swift boat" attack from the Republicans. What we don't already know about Obama will be told in detail by McCain et al and I looke forward to more truths about this empty shell of a candidate to be made public.

John Jeryy   May 12th, 2008 2:38 pm ET

OK

CNN is too biased   May 12th, 2008 2:38 pm ET

I'm an Obama supporter:

Obama has inspired me because:

His mother got pregnant as a teenager.

She had children with exotic men from around the world.

Obama got to go to Catholic and Private schools.

And his mother still qualified for food stamps.

Now THOSE are achievements to be proud of.

proud of Obama   May 12th, 2008 2:37 pm ET

Obama has inspired me because:

His mother got pregnant as a teenager.

She had children with exotic men from around the world.

Obama got to go to Catholic and Private schools.

And his mother still qualified for food stamps.

Now THOSE are achievements to be proud of.

Scott ATL   May 12th, 2008 2:37 pm ET

Ya know it's funny, The vast majority of folks that don't like Hillary are NOT black.

There are more white folks that don't like Clinton than black folks… (Republican and Democrat)

So why are you blaming Obama supporters or blacks for her shortcomings?

Joyce   May 12th, 2008 2:36 pm ET

Missouri the one and only swing state that he barely won. Yes go campaign Obama for you surely need them in those critical swing states. Goodluck with Florida, Michigan, Ohio and Penn. You can add New Jersey too.
I don't see you winning any of them. Therefore get ready for McCain folks.

sacto joe   May 12th, 2008 2:36 pm ET

DEMOCRATS BEWARE!!!

A lot of neo-cons posing as Democrats are posting hate mail. They're trying to drive a wedge between us!

RESIST THE NEOCON HATE MACHINE!

Steve   May 12th, 2008 2:35 pm ET

Mccain, that worthless old fart, was never a POW, his rich daddy sent him on vacation to avoid the war.
Obama 08

Just the Facts Maam   May 12th, 2008 2:35 pm ET

Deanna, If Obama wins by some miracle or fraud, The laughing will stop just like that. The world will rejoice and everyone will be happy.

NOT,

We will lose all credibility with our allies, our economy will really go in the tank, and the Socialists will win without firing a shot.

Fortunately Americans are not buying into Obama's speeches and
have done their research on him and his backers. He will never be
elected to the Presidency and he will be lucky to hold on to his Senate seat after the election.

What part of we do not want Socialism in America don't you idiots understand. You want Free medical care, move to Canada.
Don't want your children to go to war, then they don't have too, our sons and daughters go voluntarily because they believe in their country. There is no Draft. Wish there was so you liberals would have to earn your right to be an American.

Joyce in Florida   May 12th, 2008 2:34 pm ET

Way to go Governor Manchin. I agree. This fight is far from being over. I will continue to support Hillary Clinton all the way to the White House. Obama is defnitely a big loser and totally ignores states that aren't to his advantage. What a sick puppy he is. I will never vote for Obama nor McCain. I am hoping that I won't be in the position to have to vote for a candidate I don't like nor agree with. I hope to see Hillary Clinton's name on our ballot for the November election. GO HILLARY 08!!!!!!!!

Pol   May 12th, 2008 2:34 pm ET

With this kind of support from non-educated working people (with all my respect to most of them), Russian communists made the revolution in 1917. It took 75 years in Russia for the comeback.
Why are you so proud, Ms. Clinton??

Lizzie, Huntington WV   May 12th, 2008 2:34 pm ET

CNN,

I live in WV and I don't really see this "huuugge" lead that Hillary has. I know she is favored to win WV, but I still won't vote for her in this time, not even later. But, all of u people will be shocked tomorrow by results!

By the way, that Question of the Day is stupid! since political parties make rules that govern their nominating processes.

PA for Obama   May 12th, 2008 2:33 pm ET

I'm really starting to wonder if all these Clinton supporters are REALLY that enthralled with Sen. Clinton, or if it's more a matter of not wanting a black man to become president. Reading some of the posts that appear , you can't help but wonder about the mental capacity of some of these folks and what their ulterior motives are. The most ridiculous are the posts from people who call Sen. and Michelle Obama bigots. It's a sad commentary on our country that we still have so many white people scared to death of anyone who doesn't look exactly like them. That's how we got 8 years of George Bush. If America dumbs down any further, we're in for at least 4 more disastrous years of war and an economy in turmoil.

We need open dialogue in this country about the things that both divide and unite us. I see Sen. Obama as the only one willing to lead that discussion.

Any any Hillary supporter who says they'll vote for Bob Barr before they'd support Obama really cracks me up - they apparently know little or nothing about Barr's history with the Clintons. Ah, what a difference personal political aspirations can make.

Michael in MO   May 12th, 2008 2:33 pm ET

This is foolish. Obama cannot win the general in Nov. Do your research - not sound bite surfing. Every legitimate statistic regarding this race shows Senator Clinton the only one to beat McCain and secure the majority of States. If you do not want 4 more yrs. of a Republican presidency, than use your head and vote for Senator Clinton. She is clearly the most qualified individual - black/white/purple - that our party has seen in generations. Senator Obama is not ready - putting him up as the nominee now is throwing away our opportunity in Nov.

I, like millions of democrats, will be forced to vote for McCain as independents in the Fall if he goes forward. We will without question make sure that he does not make it to the presidency. These are not bitter comments of the moment that will wash away over time. These are very real facts folks.

Jewish Women for Obama   May 12th, 2008 2:33 pm ET

These people (HRC and her cronies) certainly do not have Americans' or the democratic party's interest at heart… So sad…
Just stop it and let's unite the party…

Obama '08

Kenneth M   May 12th, 2008 2:33 pm ET

SLICK HILLIE IS NOT BEING FAIR TO OBAMA. SHE IS GOING TO BEAT HIM IN 2 MOREACES, PERHAPS 3 TO NO END. THIS IS THE SELFISHNESS I HAVE GROWN TO EXPECT FROM WHITE WOMEN. UNABLE TO GIVE OTHERS THE PROPER RESPECT THEY HAVE EARNED. ITS LIKE SHE IS THE FAT LADY WHO WONT SING.

Uncle Sam   May 12th, 2008 2:32 pm ET

We have on one hand, a naive presidential hopeful who promises change, while on the other we have an experienced heroic statesman who has a proven record of change. Am I missing something?

Americans for McCain '08

WV4Obama   May 12th, 2008 2:31 pm ET

I think Clinton would make a good president. But with what this country is faced with today, we need a great president. I'm from West Virginia and I'll be casting my vote for Obama tomorrow.

Ben - Portland   May 12th, 2008 2:31 pm ET

Every week she stays in damages her chances of getting any support in 2012, if Obama doesn't win this November. She's obviously delusional and lost her sense of self preservation. It must be the stress of the Bosnian sniper attacks coupled with the noxious gas fumes.

no ands ifs or Obamabuts   May 12th, 2008 2:30 pm ET

Millions will write in Hillary Clinton.

Who wants Obama or McCain when you CAN have the very best.

Hillary Clinton in Nov.

American Girl   May 12th, 2008 2:30 pm ET

Einstein Quotes: :
"We can't solve problems by using the same kind of thinking we used when we created them."
No McCain, McCain=Bush Failed Policies

"Peace cannot be kept by force. It can only be achieved by understanding."
The War in Iraq must End!!! Barack= Gaining Understanding of our World and teh World gaining understanding of Us.

"Great spirits have always found violent opposition from mediocrities. The latter cannot understand it when a man does not thoughtlessly submit to hereditary prejudices but honestly and courageously uses his intelligence."
Do not let prejudices influence your vote.
Vote Obama 2008

Anita from Arizona   May 12th, 2008 2:29 pm ET

BIGBEN & JMO,

Obama and Clinton practically mirror each other in policies and where they want to lead this country. You must be closet Republicans hired by Limbaugh… Do what's right by your country and it's people. No McCain….. Put a Democrat in the White House…. Obama is as green as JFK and Reagan were. Experience has brought us absolutely NOWHERE and NOTHING, but debt, an expensive war, lost allies… shall I go on???

No Nos No Nos Moveran   May 12th, 2008 2:29 pm ET

Just a typo there:

WE the people unite behind Hillary Clinton because she is the best qualified to lead this country.

The washington insiders and biased press can knock her all they want.

The people are not that easily swayed and will reject the celebrity bandwagon and go with the best Candidate available.

WE, the true democrats, are used to the struggle. United we will.

julieMn   May 12th, 2008 2:28 pm ET

Hillary CAN beat McCain in the general, Obama cant! it is not Hillarys or her supporters fault. It is the fault of the democratic party.period!
they chose to run a unqualified far left radical for thier own political agenda! they cant run a legal, fair campaign, they have bought, threatened, and poisoned the minds of many Americans against the Clintons. I truly hope the Democratic party has to fold. they should be ashamed at what they have put us the people through!

No Nos No Nsos Moveran   May 12th, 2008 2:28 pm ET

WE the people unite behind Hillary Clinton because she is the best qualified to lead this country.

The washington insiders and biased press can knock her all they want.

The people are not that easily swayed and will reject the celebrity bandwagon and go with the best Candidate available.

WE, the true democrats, are used to the struggle. United we will.

jan   May 12th, 2008 2:28 pm ET

Why is everyone just ignoring this man Wright,Obama listened to him for twenty years is this really the person we want running our country?He can say he never heard the man speak like that but give me a break ! Who is he trying to fool, he wants us to believe Wright didn't preach that stuff when he was in attendance,PLEASE. I am sorry maybe I don't know enough about politics but why shouldn't every states vote count,and why should a "super delecate" decide for me?Maybe we need to redesign our voting rules so everyone is counted and the few don't get to decide for the many.

mary cleveland, ohio   May 12th, 2008 2:28 pm ET

There is something about Hillary Clinton's determination to continue even though she knows as does everyone else she cannot win with numbers at this late date.

What I am thinking is this: WHY IS HILLARY CLINTON LITERALLY STEALING MONEY FROM HER SUPPORTERS? She knows she cannot win, and for whatever reason refuses to concede. As recent as today she is asking her supporters for donations. Why is she taking money from well-meaning people (most of whom don't have the money to give, taking it out of their family's budget to give to her), when she knows she cannot win? Its like a flim-flam scheme.

Susan Missouri   May 12th, 2008 2:27 pm ET

Gov. Manchin,

We are glad that you see the race is not over.

Hillary has a good chance of winning the nomination.

She is experienced, for all the people, and a fighter.

She would be a good commander in chief.

Hillary 08 :)

So What   May 12th, 2008 2:27 pm ET

Obama supporters, don't be so mean. So what Obama wins the nominee. Clinton's supporters will vote for McCain in November and Obama won't win without Clinton's supporters.

Charles   May 12th, 2008 2:26 pm ET

You have to understand that young West Virginia Govenor Joe Manchin is in a bind. He can't come out and back Obama because he will be out of a job next time WV has a vote!

JD   May 12th, 2008 2:26 pm ET

Go Hillary! go! go! go! keep going… that's right… just another step… bye!

we are not afraid   May 12th, 2008 2:26 pm ET

Mock and jeer and throttle and disparage and condescend and insult and belittle and accuse to your heart's content.

We are not afraid to stand up for our beliefs and be true to our convictions.

We will teach the DNC a lesson in NOV.

We will reject democratic party and republican party alike and we will vote our conscience for Hillary Clinton.

You trashed the best and she is still the shining star.

ACH   May 12th, 2008 2:26 pm ET

If you see what we see you see that it is over for the Clinton's unless they lie,cheat and steal there way in the White House.

Hilarious !   May 12th, 2008 2:26 pm ET

Hillary's campaign is now HILARIOUS !!

A.M.   May 12th, 2008 2:24 pm ET

Go ahead take your time Governor Joe Manchin, we understand. You can support 'Obama' when he clinches the nomination, you will be among the followers then not among the 'visionary leaders'.

Thanks and regards, Governor Joe Manchin!

A.M.
Houston, Texas

Sore Loser   May 12th, 2008 2:24 pm ET

James reading your comments and the lousy spelling be careful as you may punch or mark the wrong candidate or party. You probably should vote republican as you cannot even spell democrat. Obama unpatriotic….give me a break….Go go go Obama our next president!!

Maggie, KY   May 12th, 2008 2:24 pm ET

“I’m furious. I’m aggravated. I feel violated. I feel used,” Chief Warrant Officer Ron Eagle, 42, of West Virginia told the Washington Post. He was due for retirement last February after 20 years of service. This month he will be sent to Iraq for an additional tour of duty that is likely to last 18 months.

Think West Virginians…

Christopher W. Mannoia   May 12th, 2008 2:24 pm ET

I'm a trucker, and travel through West Virginia all the time; the people are nice, patriotic, and are part of the 'backbone" of this country; everyone needs to stop making fun of them. It's not professional, or even correct; if these people support Hillary Clinton, so be it; I'm sure when Barack Obama wins the nomination, that the good people of that good state will rally around the party's nominee in the fall.

Chris Mannoia

60 year old white man   May 12th, 2008 2:23 pm ET

Hillary should go to the convention and rip the old white boy's club apart, i will vote Mccain come hell or high water, and i've been a DEM over 50 years

Alisa--GA   May 12th, 2008 2:23 pm ET

Why is everyone surprised by that? Obama supporters accept that but She cant win in the general election. So does it really matter.

Hill will   May 12th, 2008 2:23 pm ET

The more ways that the media and the DNC and the democrats screw with Hillary and bash and batter and trash and belittle her- THE MORE voters she attracts.

Who wants to watch such biased elections?

Who wants fixed elections in America?

Not most true democrats.

A.M.   May 12th, 2008 2:23 pm ET

Go ahead take your time Governor Joe Manchin, we understand. You can support 'Obama' when he clinches the nomination, you will be among the followers then not among the 'visionaly leaders'.

Thanks and regards, Governor Joe Manchin!

A.M.
Houston, Texas

ivar   May 12th, 2008 2:23 pm ET

By the way governor…according to mrs. Clinton…YOUR STATE DOES NOT MASTTER COZ YOUR STATE IS SMALL

Time to move on   May 12th, 2008 2:23 pm ET

To all Hillary supporters who say they are voting maccain instead Obama.Stop talking about experience.If Obama can defeat Hillary with all her so called experience,i think race is still a big issue to big ben and the likes of you.Grow up and give Obama your support for the benefit of every Americans.
GOD BLESS AMERICA,GOD BLESS BARACK OBAMA

TF, CO   May 12th, 2008 2:22 pm ET

Hillary quoted Eleanor Roosevelt, telling supporters in WV: "A woman is like a tea bag. You never know how strong she is until she is in hot water."

Why does she want to bring up the Monica thing again. She should stop talking about Tea Bags! ; )

Linned   May 12th, 2008 2:22 pm ET

Everyone knows in advance that Senator Clinton was expected to win West Virginia by a large, so there are no surprise there. It is also her prerogative to stay in the race until all the states have voted as long as she doesn't say or do anything to damage the presumptive Democratic nominee or the Party. She does have $109 million of her own personal money at her disposable and if she chooses to spend it that way? I just hope that when it is all said and done we can come together as a Party and put all our differences aside and vote to get the Republicans out of there. If Senator McCain wins then we all suffer - is that what you want?

Alisa--GA   May 12th, 2008 2:21 pm ET

Why is everyone surprised by that? Obama supporters accept that but She cant win in the general election. So does it really matter.

Tjaye   May 12th, 2008 2:21 pm ET

This is no surprise. They are voting on race without a doubt. This is a state that has managed to keep their population 93% white. They are 48th in household incomes, but they are overwhelmingly supporting the candidate who has proven that she can not manage a small budget, she overspends and borrows from Peter to pay Paul. They say they want the war to end, but they have said they will likely vote for McCain in the fall. Clearly, their Issue #1 is keeping the White House white.

It's their vote. They are entitled to use it as they see fit. Fortunately, they don't represent this company as a whole.

Obama O-8!

mama4obama2   May 12th, 2008 2:21 pm ET

Ivote first time and fur Obma.

He best for all peoples.

I pragnent and 18 and I can vote so I vote democrat.

mama4obama2   May 12th, 2008 2:20 pm ET

I am a pragnent 18 year old. i vote for Obama. He inspire me cuz
1. his mama pregnant teen too- so i can do it too
2. his mama on food stamps but he go to privates schools.
3. my chilren be president in future.

Holly   May 12th, 2008 2:20 pm ET

We've come this far– let every state vote. Although, Hillary is going to come out and say "See?? I won by a landslide! I should be the nominee!"… There are states that Obama thrashed her in, so just because she beats him handily in WV (and maybe KY) doesn't change anything. It just so happens that these states vote after she's already otherwise lost. It doesn't change anything, other than being a little awkward.

For the sake of the party, stop trying to talk the superdelegates into stealing the election for you! Its over.

Jim   May 12th, 2008 2:19 pm ET

McCain 2008
Clinton 2012

Nobama - Never ever

So Glad So Sad   May 12th, 2008 2:18 pm ET

Matt it sounds like you haven't voted for a winner yet!!! Vote for McBush and you will continue your losing ways…why are there so many bad losers…???

Andrew   May 12th, 2008 2:18 pm ET

It is clear that it is the un-educated that vote for Hillary Clinton. As you read their blogs, it is sometimes gramatically impossible to decern if they ever went to school.

Creek Nation -- Freedmen   May 12th, 2008 2:18 pm ET

I guess CNN don't care what the Indain negro thinks. We know who obama is, and that is why we support Hillary.

Chaos00001   May 12th, 2008 2:18 pm ET

*****OPERATION CHAOS in full effect*****

come on democrats, destroy one another, those Hilary supporters, we welcome you to the republican party, the DNC is to be blamed for this mess, we republicans together with you Hilary supporters will show the DNC what we are made of

DarthVadikKA   May 12th, 2008 2:17 pm ET

Obama was an elitist by his early teens.

He opted for the prestigious private school in Hawaii rather than live with his mother in Indonesia.

It is not as if he chose to experience the life of 3rd world countries. He is no savior.

Hillary ONLY, for me.

Minnie, KS   May 12th, 2008 2:17 pm ET

I'm an Obama supporter, but Hillary should stay in the race until the last person votes. She should NOT contest Florida and Michigan, but they should be seated at the convention with a penalty for breaking the rules.

Also, Barack should NOT have Hillary or any of her buddies on the ticket. He should stay as far away from the Clintons as possible as they will do anything to destroy him, and anyone else who gets in their way.

Hillary ran to become the president so that she and Bill could ask for more speaking engagement money. That's it. She's not for the people.

WHY??   May 12th, 2008 2:16 pm ET

READ THIS DEMOCRATS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!Quoted by Concern Democrats "Those democrats that feel the need to support McCain or not vote at all, to express their anger/hate/revenge towards Obama 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…"Most of you all are not voting on the issues .. issues of Mc Cain and Clinton/Obama are polar opposites .. LETS ALL UNITE & STOP THIS BITTERNESS ….!!!!

Dan   May 12th, 2008 2:16 pm ET

Is that dueling banjos I hear. Just what we need making decisions for this country!

Hillary   May 12th, 2008 2:15 pm ET

We will not vote for Obama

Neither democratic party nor Republican party.

Hillary is the middle ground best candidate with the best platform for ALL Americans.

She owes the democratic party NOTHING- geez, they gang raped the woman publicly.

Karen from Charlottesville   May 12th, 2008 2:15 pm ET

Let the rest of the people vote. It's expensive and time consuming,but if everyone needs to have a voice, so be it. Many states are quite surprised that their primaries are even being discussed as important, and for that part of it, it lends additional interest in and support to the process, and people are showing up in record numbers.

Hopefully, Hillary will continue to be a little less abrasive in her treatment of Obama as the race concludes, and Obama will continue to clarify his position. He gave an excellent talk in WVA today about his record of support for Veterans, and I am encouraged to be able to hear about these things that matter rather than the trivia that has plagued much of this primary.

Whiskey   May 12th, 2008 2:14 pm ET

I love how all thes "if not Hillary then McCain" fools are saying that Obama can not win in November. As she could, Look there is a reason why she is not winning the election you morons and you think she could win in November. She cant even win the primary.

Scott Hughes ATL   May 12th, 2008 2:13 pm ET

Matt,

You have voted Democratic for years, yet this year you're switching your vote because you don't believe Obama is the best qualified candidate this fall???

So are you saying that all the other year's nominees where the best candidates?

Spare me… What's the real reason Matt? (And others with that same line of bull…)

Deanna   May 12th, 2008 2:13 pm ET

Dear Tom,

News Flash: We are already the laughing stock of the world, or haven't you noticed.

Obama 08

SS   May 12th, 2008 2:12 pm ET

W.Virginia being a swing state this year is up for speculation…A change in politics also means a change in demographics in regards to the general election.

James   May 12th, 2008 2:11 pm ET

Obama is a big looser he can not win in Nov. He is a weak canadate and us demacrats need to vote mccain if our party chooses this looser for the good of the country. Anyone can see he is a dangerous man and should also see he is unpatriotic in his thinking.

Eddie G   May 12th, 2008 2:11 pm ET

bigben the dillusional one blindly following the Queen of the liars. Give me a break.

JMO   May 12th, 2008 2:10 pm ET

Obama will NOT get my vote ~ not even if he manages to convince Hillary to run for VP. I have been a democrat since JFK but I will vote a straight republican ticket if Obama is nominated. I cannot, in good conscience vote for him. He does not have a clue about being president and I think he's more of a demagogue than Bush - he will listen to no one. I don't believe McCain is Bush term 3 and I feel much more comfortable with him than I do Obama. Of course, if the democrats wise up and run Hillary - WE ARE SAVED!!!!

GO HILLARY GO ~ RISE HILLARY RISE ~ FLY HILLARY FLY

The ATL   May 12th, 2008 2:09 pm ET

Who knew West Virginia had a governor?

Darlene   May 12th, 2008 2:09 pm ET

I can't understand why people are feeling good about Obama when he has lost the last few major primaries. If he is the nominee then its very obvious that a significant portion of the Democratic Party isn't pleased with it. Wouldn't it be ashamed if she would drop out and still win Primaries? That's what would have happened with West Virginia & Kentucky. I guess what the DNC and Obama supporters are saying is that they don't care about poor White Trash, who needs their support. Well, I can tell you that the states that voted in majority are not going to automatically support Obama in the Fall, not by a long shot!

Alex   May 12th, 2008 2:07 pm ET

Ahh… the rotting corpse that is the democratic party….

McCain '08!

MELMARIE   May 12th, 2008 2:06 pm ET

All of you hillary supporters are racist or stupid!!!! If you want a better health care system , more jobs, ending of the war in Iraq and healing of the country and maybe many more then why on earth would you vote for McSame?!!! Hillary and Obama's policies are almost the same… If Obama doesn't win then I would vote for Hillary because I believe in my party. You guys are retarded!!!!

Blair   May 12th, 2008 2:06 pm ET

IF obama gets the nomanation. He will not WIN the General. It will because of all you obama supporters. You, not Hillrary or any other party, will be the reason the Dems won't win. obama and his followers have destroyed the party. NO one else but them. They have played right into his evil plans. I will do what I can to help not get him elected. I will not vote for any party that has his name on ballot. Even if Hillary's name, I hope she has more since then that, or Edwards name is on the ballot.

LB   May 12th, 2008 2:06 pm ET

This is to "suzy", Obama has been to West Virginia to campaign, and he's going back on Monday…check your facts.

Rick   May 12th, 2008 2:06 pm ET

I cannot under any circumstance vote for Obama. He is not quailified to be president. My only alternative is to abstain from voting for a president. It's time for Obama to step aside and let someone that is qualified to be president accept the nomination. Obama cannot win against Mc Cain, at least HIllary has a chance.

Democrat from NC   May 12th, 2008 2:06 pm ET

For the millionth time. Why are DEMOCRATS

The Patriot   May 12th, 2008 2:05 pm ET

Wow, you Obama supporters are very ugly/ rude/ obnoxious aren't you? I tell ya what, as a well educated, professional white woman, I would never vote for Obama or McCain………guess I will just have to stay home that day. Obama cannot win without our votes………..so for you 'followers' out there……………GET A LIFE! Grow up and get some common sense……….stop the HATE!

Hillary 08!

Hey Hill, why don't you run on the independant ticket?

tell the truth   May 12th, 2008 2:05 pm ET

So what. It is only one state. Is this state imporant? Ask the Clintions. There always changing the rules. At the end ask yourself who has won the most states,votes and delegates. If the answer to all three is Obama then has won. I do not hate the Clintions are the support but they must stop with all this BS. Do what is best for you and your family.

D Taliga   May 12th, 2008 2:04 pm ET

Shame on you hillary .any true Democrat will conced after NC.
He won all and you just wont show,and damage.
West Verginan , Im just telling the truth. Her jadjment about Iraq cost you 30,000 killed and wounded ,as well trillions of USD.
Now you go to vote for her?She work just for lobbyist not for you she mae politics from Merica kids blood

WHY??   May 12th, 2008 2:03 pm ET

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

Quoted by Concern Democrats "Those democrats that feel the need to support McCain or not vote at all, to express their anger/hate/revenge towards Obama 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…"

Most of you all are not voting on the issues .. issues of Mc Cain and Clinton are polar opposites .. the only thing they have in common is their race … hmmm?

Hilary is just in the race to split the democratic party so Obama can lose so she can run again in 2012 .. even her supporters proclaim this …. *heartless*

Sid Riley   May 12th, 2008 2:03 pm ET

My coment is;;;;; that Hillary should stay in to the end, she is by far the best one for this country.
She has the talent and the wisdom to do the right things for the country.

When the Republicans get after Obama, he won't know he is or where he came from.
so hang in there Hillary and beat this thing.

S.B. Stein E.B. NJ   May 12th, 2008 2:03 pm ET

Let the people vote… This is silly to call a state before the voting even starts. How could one even think about doing this? Let it play out. Unless Clinton wins above 90% of the delegates, it is going to be hard for Clinton to stay in with any reasonable mathematical possiblity of winning the nomination.

Joe   May 12th, 2008 2:03 pm ET

Ditto Matt's comments. I only wish my vote for Hillary would have counted in the DNC primary- but my vote will still count for the general election. Not a good sign for Obama- he should wake up to himself and his delusional supporters of disenfranchisement within the DNC.

Tommy   May 12th, 2008 2:01 pm ET

Racist thinkers are not qualified to lead a diverse country.

Sympathy   May 12th, 2008 2:00 pm ET

Matt I think you have a cholce of whom to vote for, and I think the reason Hillary is so much favored for President is that she is from the old school and same as usual politics instead of focusing on something new. I too wanted Hillary to win but somewhere along the road she just started focusing on herself and not the American People. Nasty campaign against her opponent in which I thought was unfair.

We can all use a different was of doing things but when you lie about what you can do and not be able to handle your own business is not what the American People needs right now. So if Obama wins the nominee then it's okay to vote Republican as your choice.

Whiskey   May 12th, 2008 2:00 pm ET

i am

Barack the Vote in RI   May 12th, 2008 1:59 pm ET

Time magazine said it all: "And the Winner Is"……

enough said.

08AMA

precious   May 12th, 2008 1:59 pm ET

I am black, a woman, and a democrat, and I have watched both campaigns, read every blog, listened to every newsbroadcast, watched every debate, and I must say, that I have developed a "bitter" taste in my mouth, and have decided not to vote in the general election.

Sissie in NC   May 12th, 2008 1:58 pm ET

Suzy, you need to get your fact straight. He is in West Virginia today and Kentucky and there is little to no excitement. People of his kind aren't welcomed in WV, as those bigots are telling their newspaper and such that they will not vote for a black man. It is pathetic that Bill and Hillary are pandering to these racist rednecks, who vote agaisn't their economic interest because they think someone is going to take their gun away. Well, thanks goodness I'm not poor, they will live with the consequences of their decision.

mitchell from arkansaw   May 12th, 2008 1:58 pm ET

it's just prolonging the inevitable,but,everyone deserves a say.i hope west virginians will show their support for obama,and help seal the deal for him.i hope the hillary supporters there,will also vote for obama ,in the fall.

Kevin Leo (Jonesboro, GA)   May 12th, 2008 1:58 pm ET

How can people honestly say that Hillary was robbed of the nomination?! If you are seeking to blame anyone for Hillary losing, you should start with her campaign and her advisors. They totally let her down and magnified Hillary's errors and weaknesses instead of mitigating them. I fully agree that both sides and their supporters have gotten extremely personal, and at times viscious, which has only added to some of these negative feelings. However, I pray that everyone will be able to step back and take a few breaths before making a horrible decision of voting for McCain or sitting out the election.

PAT S., TEXAS   May 12th, 2008 1:56 pm ET

ALERT! ALERT! WV and KY , PLEASE, WAKE UP!!!!!!!!!!!!!
A candidate who is "ready on day 1″ to run the economy, yet in 16 MOS, has managed to run up a debt over $20M!!!! Great Planning.
Promise of a GAS TAX HOLIDAY, that no expert supports. She calls you her blue collar support base, but what she means is that you are POOR, STUPID SUCKERS!! who will believe anything.
Help Hillary get the help that she needs by not feeding her mental illness (PATHOLOGICAL LYING, DELUSIONS, DENIAL).
HELP YOURSELVES, SHOW THE REST OF AMERICA THAT YOU ARE NOT STUPID!!!!
VOTE FOR BARACK OBAMA. THE REAL STRAIGHT SHOOTER!!!!!!!!!

Dina   May 12th, 2008 1:55 pm ET

I'm still waiting on someone/anyone to clearly explain to me without trumped up spin just what great qualifying experience Sen. Clinton has besides her years as a First Lady when Bill was Govenor and President that make her the more expreinced candidate. Is it age or more time involved in politics in general?

Sen. Obama does claim or boast of vast amounts of political experience beyond what can be proven which I would think would be the same for Sen. Clinton, but her supporters continue on with this "she's the more qualified candidate" mantra and I still have yet to figure out what those qualifications are other those I'm already aware of. Care to enlighten me? Anyone?

Obama08   May 12th, 2008 1:54 pm ET

Clinton Supporters

1. Clinton can't win without the superdelegates which she has been courting and at one time saw them as a way of winning the nomination. I am sure if the delegates were going the other way, you would be welcoming them.

2. WV Governor also stated today that WV voters were voting because of their feelings towards BILL Clinton. He isn't running!!

3. Clinton stated after Obama won so many states after Super Tuesday, that small states didn't matter.

Get a grip and put some rationale and reason into your arguments.

dt   May 12th, 2008 1:53 pm ET

As little children and young adults, we are told we can be anything we want to be. That it only takes hard work and determination. I admire Mrs. Clinton for her strength and determination. She has proven that she will fight for her beliefs. Personally I believe is that she is the best person for President at this time. I support the fact that she is going on with her campaign and allowing everyone to vote. I think that Mr. Obama should do the same. This is the first time that a woman and a black man will be chosen to be the democratic nominate. This is a once in a lifetime thing that may not happen again for a very longtime. I think that it is important for people to be a part of such a historical event and that all 50 states should participate. This will prove that the Democratic party is about the people and not delegates. In addition, that both have brought a huge number of new voters.

Mrs. Clinton you have shown woman (young and old) that we can stand up and be counted. Regardless of what road blocks we may encounter, anything is possible. For this, I a black woman admire you.

Deborah
Jackson, Mississippi

EC   May 12th, 2008 1:52 pm ET

Clinton supporters just love the PAIN and SUFFERING of a sore loser.

Bottom line, All I keep hearing from the Clinton supporters is….

A) Clinton Supporters continue to CLAIM "She's the MOST qualified

Well okay, if that was the TRUE, WHY isn't YOUR CANDIDATE IN THE LEAD? WHY? Are you Clinton supporters so far removed from reality that you continue to blame everyone else except YOUR OWN CANDIDATE HERSELF!!

B) Clinton Supporters continue to blame Sen. Obama for FL and MI.

What a CROCK of CRAP!!! The TRUE fact of the matter is, the Governors in both these states BROKE THE RULES and YOUR CANDIDATE signed a written agreement stating she WOULD NOT CAMPAIGN IN EITHER STATES because they would NOT COUNT!! She herself was caught on tape stating they would "not count".

Which part of Signed Agreement don't you Clinton supporters understand? OR are you saying it's OKAY for your candidate BREAK the RULES and LIE and CHEAT when it's convenient for her?

IF the tables were TURNED Sen. Clinton would NOT be giving Florida and Michigan a second thought. She wouldn't give a dam about those voters rights or anything else for that matter. Let's call it like it is. Sen. Clinton is crying the blues because she's LOSING!!!!

C) Clinton supporter claim that Sen. Obama was given "special treatment by the media". ARE YOU EL'LOCO? or are you on DRUGS? When HAS an African American ever GOT any special treatment. YOU all are truly amazing. YOU cry "foul play" on everyone else because "it's an easy cop out".

Clinton supporters are quick to point their fingers at everyone else but their own candidate who self imploded her own chances for the nomination!!! Bottom line.

If Sen. Clinton DID NOT

1) ignore the caucus states early on, deeming them "small and not relevant".

2) hire her "friends" rather than qualified staffers

3) seriously Mis-MANAGED her CAMPAIGN FUNDS and continue to employ Mark Penn who she still currently owes $8+ million in salary. What kind of sense does that make?

4) spend her SO LAVISHLY in the beginning, NOT thinking about the long haul. Bill and Hillary thought they were entitled to the Oval Office. That was their biggest MISTAKE, they under estimated their opponent. Bottom line.

5) GO NEGATIVE - This "old Washington Politics" is older than DIRT and Americans are sick and tired of it. They made it very clear that they WANT change and not the Clinton era from the 1990s.

IF Sen. Clinton had run an honorable ship and campaign AND had she NOT made these serious judgement decisions early on — SHE WOULD BE IN THE LEAD!!! Bottom line!

Bill and Hillary HAVE no one else to blame for their demise but THEM!!! They made the decisions that caused them their own FATE and they NOW want to destroy the Democratic Party at all costs.

Sen. Clinton's comments in USA Today was inexcusable and unbecoming a U.S. Senator!! She knew better. AND not to make matters worse, she's using the GENDER card when she said early in her campaign she would NOT do.

So it's these double-standard messages that have lead the Clintons to their downfall. Sen. Clinton has NOT had a consistent message in her campaign since "DAY ONE". Bottom line, Americans just DON'T TRUST HER!!!

Surendra Gullapalli   May 12th, 2008 1:52 pm ET

Hillary, Hillary, Hillary Go on and on and on!!

obama all the way   May 12th, 2008 1:52 pm ET

All you people from WV overestimate your importance in this race. OBAMA will be the next president with or without you. Just 28 delagates!

While you are at it you guys need to further your education and open up.
OBAMA 08 and 12

LT for Obama   May 12th, 2008 1:51 pm ET

As an Obama supporter, I welcome her to stay in all the way just as Senator Obama has said several times over the last week.

So many of you blame everyone else for her decline. The fact of the matter is that she lied, admitted to lying on national TV, has Penn still as an advisor on her campaign, has gone negative and then turned around and cried fowl when she felt she was being attacked, etc.

Please Senator Clinton, don't drop out. Fight for it all you want. I get a great laugh everytime you speak out against Obama while he continues to compliment and praise you.

Abdulazeez Musa   May 12th, 2008 1:51 pm ET

Ladies and gentlemen can we in the Name of God stop washing our dirty linen in the public?. Primary race is a family affair. Without Hillary Clinton Obama will have no watershed standard nor would his capacity to ride turbulence and religio-racial storm come to light. Hillary has actually played a sparing partner in this race. Let us love them both and support their joint ticket.

Just an Opinion   May 12th, 2008 1:50 pm ET

By making the comments she has made about the people of West Virginia, Clinton has painted them as being a poor, uneducated, racist group of people. I have no idea if they are or not as I have never been there myself. It just annoys me that she would paint them that way if they are not. It reeks of desperation if it isn't true. Who knows though….she may be painting them correctly.

Greg   May 12th, 2008 1:50 pm ET

West Virginia home state of an ex klan member Sentor Byrd remember him al so is not the population over 65 and white that Hillary is working on and is it not were most of the white bigots are at. Hmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! you tell me.

Kyle   May 12th, 2008 1:50 pm ET

I did not know we had such closed minded people in our party.

If you will truly vote for McCain for president, then you are deluding yourself about what freedom is and what is important about being American.
McCain has been anything but a "straight shooter"
He will continue this war…forever. As there is no solution to inner conflict in someone elses country. McCain now supports waterboarding…
He is Bush 2. As a democrat…there is no way you could vote for this man.
If you are a democrat. Be a democrat…or be a Republican and vote for endless war and more of our freedoms being taken away.
The choice is ours.
Unite!!

Jebus, in CA   May 12th, 2008 1:49 pm ET

Obama supporters are ignorant blokes who are just straight out mean. You guys keep making stupid remarks towards whites who won't vote for nomama. Well reality check dudes and dudettes he can take as many blacks as he wants into the general election but can count the Hispanic population out. They also won't vote