May 14, 2008
Posted: 01:00 PM ET

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Barack Obama is ahead in Oregon polls.
Barack Obama is ahead in Oregon polls.

(CNN) — A day after suffering his second-worst defeat of the primary season, a new poll shows Barack Obama is headed for a big win in Oregon next Tuesday.

According to a new poll from the Portland Tribune and KPTV, the Illinois Democrat holds a 20 point lead over Clinton there, 55 percent to 35 percent. Ten percent of voters remain unsure.

The poll was conducted May 8-10, entirely before Clinton's blowout win in West Virginia Tuesday night. There, Clinton beat Obama by 40 points, her second widest margin of victory all year. But Oregon promises to be more favorable for Obama, given its broader swath of liberal and college educated Democrats.

Kentucky, a state with similar demographics to West Virginia, also votes next Tuesday and is expected to hand Clinton another big win.

Both Oregon and Kentucky are bigger prizes in terms of delegates than West Virginia. Fifty-two delegates are up for grabs in Oregon and 51 are on the line in Kentucky. Only 28 delegates were awarded in West Virginia.

Related Video: CNN's Dan Lothian reports on key voter concerns in Kentucky.

Filed under: Barack Obama • Hillary Clinton


Danny   May 14th, 2008 11:59 am ET

Obama won in NC by only 14% and some MEDIA call Hillary to drop out and their said game over, so what about in WV Hillary won by 40% and
the MEDIA said little too late……What's that? it fair for the former first (FAMILY) I think the MEDIA doesn't like Clinton family at all that's why their turn Hillary down every day. Think about this after WI who won more State
why I didn't see nobody call for Obama to drop out this is not a fair politic.

Chicago   May 14th, 2008 11:59 am ET

MADAME PRESIDENT, WE SALUTE YOU!!!

HILLARY FOREVER!

THE BEST MAN FOR THE JOB IS A WOMAN!

Jerry from Oregon   May 14th, 2008 11:59 am ET

being from Oregon I cast my ballot for Barack Obama over a week ago already. almost everyone I talk to is voting for Obama, I would estimate that this poll is accurate. I don't know about everyone else, but I am tired of hearing the MSM keep replaying over and over again Senator Clinton moving the goalposts, now it's only that she is winning the 'swing-states'. West Virginia is a swing-state even though it has paltry few electors in the general? The just happened to have voted for the winning candidate in the last several elections. that's called luck of the draw.

As with every state West Virginia is important, but no more so that Mississippi, North Carolina or Wisconsin. CNN is arguably the pre-eminant member of the MSM, why do they keep giving free-airtime to Senator Clinton as she tries to strong-arm super-delegates into overturning the decision of the voters and giving the nomination to Hillary Clinton?

KD   May 14th, 2008 11:59 am ET

How can Obama be looked at as a divider when he is leading on all counts? How about you lose like a person who is mature enough to vote, and go on with life rather than going out of your way to prove you are upset?

Saffoula   May 14th, 2008 11:59 am ET

Bitter bah-humbug, self-centered and short-sighted attitudes like that expressed by "Hillary or McCain" exemplify "what's wrong with the country". Obama is the best candidate to help us think about what is possible for America and the world and how we ALL have a responsibility to participate in making our communities a better place.

Bob Haurand   May 14th, 2008 11:58 am ET

"And I don't care about Roe vs. Wade. I can no longer have children"

It's all about you, huh? sounds like you and Hillary have a lot in common!

PT   May 14th, 2008 11:58 am ET

Just tell me…who do you think could take the commanding roll in today's headlines…Gaza just moments ago shot a rocket into Israel…Hillary Clinton vows to obliterate them or anyone that attacks Israel Would the game be on right now if she were in charge of this. She rejected what all economists said about her gas tax and I’m thinking she’s more like George Bush with her obsessive compulsive tendencies and willing to and is succeeding to destroy her own party just to do it her way! This is getting serious and she is becoming scary.

Ben   May 14th, 2008 11:58 am ET

Change is also about changing the so called swing states. Why should WV be a swing state. It is clear that she won the votes of so many uneducated people which means WV has no idea the kind of change they need. I am confident that Obama will deliver all of these status changes.

Dee Tee Gee Arlington, TX   May 14th, 2008 11:58 am ET

Is anyone paying attention to the demographic that Hillary's hanging her hat on? This particular group of people wouldn't vote for a black person even if they were running against Osama bin Laden. She has the white, older, less educated group & she's proud of that. And she says she can unite this country when her current platform is courting one particular group & ignoring all of the others, which promotes divisiveness. She doesn't care about the young, white educated voter or the black voter. She claims she has the Hispanic voter but what is she doing to keep them? And now her pride won't let her bow out gracefully. She ran a negative campaign & it backfired on her. Her campaign funds are gone & those blue collar, older, white voters don't seem too willing to write her a check. And now she's counting on the people that she knows would never vote for a black person to get her to the White House & hope no one notices what she's doing. Those of you who want her can have her.

Mike Birmingham, AL   May 14th, 2008 11:58 am ET

Dems:

Pay no attention to the exit polls or the group that is posting here as Hillary supporters trying to rally support for McCain or Hillary as an independent candidate. They are just Operation Chaosers trying to stir things up.

Vote Democrat in '08!

Francys   May 14th, 2008 11:58 am ET

West Virginia : As impressive her victory margin is, it is still meaningless in the big picture. Why? Because if you look at the results from the Republican primary in West Virginia, John McCain got only 1% of the vote in that state that was won significantly by Mike Huckabee. Therefore, it means people in West Virginia dislike John McCain at least 36 times more than they may dislike Barrack Obama.

These results just show that this state is in total disconnect with the rest of the country.

DD   May 14th, 2008 11:58 am ET

"But Oregon promises to be more favorable for Obama, given its broader swath of liberal and college educated Democrats." Does this mean that CNN is saying that WV is less liberal and dumber than Oregon? Ouch to WV.

Bette   May 14th, 2008 11:58 am ET

Do you really think that calling folks in WV "hillbilies" and slamming Hillary constantly is going to win the fall election for Obama? I think not. This is the Obama campaign's problem–self-righteous snotty nosed kids with too much time and too much of mommy and daddy's money so they live on the internet trying to make folks feel bad—This will certainly back to bite you, Obama folks. You started this war quite a while back when Clinton supporters were still stating they would vote for Obama if he got the nomination….well…now…due to the disrepect, cultural snobbery, and just plain rudeness and nastiness you probably will see your candidate for President, if he gets nominated, fizzle out. Isn't that what happens to shooting stars? So why don't guys stifle the anti crap and focus on the positive–isn't that what Obama is about—LOL. NOT.

eugenie, New Jersey   May 14th, 2008 11:58 am ET

After, following this election very closely the one thing I can say is that America hasn't really changed enough. This election should not be about if your a man or woman, black or white, rich or poor, religion or lack there of. The bottom line is who will be the best candidate for the White House.

I am a Democrat I have been all of my 33 years and never have I heard that a candidate wasn't qualified enough until now.

Tell me what qualifies a person to be president?

If Obama didn't have enough experience then he wouldn't have been able to even attempt a run at the White House. Now would he?

In retrospect I voted for Bill Clinton because I felt that he represented change. But after following the campaign the "Clinton's have run I'm no longer sure of this. Unfortunately, now I think Hillary will do and say anything to be elected not for "AMERICA" but for herself. This is why if Hilary is the nominee it will take nothing short of a miracle for me to vote for her come November.

dave   May 14th, 2008 11:58 am ET

Obama has now been blown out in West Virginia, Pennsylvania, Ohio, (and trails Hillary and McCain badly in Florida) - All swing states, and all states that Clinton has now shown that Obama will lose in November.

He can't win the general election without winning most of those states. He is a very weak general election candidate.

Say hello to President McCain.

BIFF, BIFFINGTON...   May 14th, 2008 11:58 am ET

Proud 26% in WVMay 14th, 2008 11:50 am ET

I woke up this morning feeling good about doing the .right .thing .Yesterday.I stepped up to the voting booth and after 30 years of voting republican was able to put aside all of the racial remarks in my area of WV and vote for whom I thought was the best candidate to help bring our country back.30 years if someone would have told me that I would be voting for an African American democrat for president there would have been a fight.Sorry to say race did play a large part in yesterday's primary and Hillary tapped into it.So to the rest of my fellow 26% I say thanks and come on Oregon ,Montana and South Dakota.Do what is right for all America.

———————————————————————————————–

THANK YOU FOR YOUR CLARITY AND HONESTY, PROUD …
I KNOW THIS TYPE OF HONESTY IS TOO MUCH FOR MANY PEOPLE IN OUR COUNTRY….

THANK YOU!

Bend Oregon for Obama   May 14th, 2008 11:58 am ET

The Clintons will get over it. They have to if they want to show their faces around Washington again or for that matter anywhere else. They will also get over it too because if they do, they will reap millions of dollars in payback for speaking engagements….and they know that. The disappointed Hillary supports will get over it too, as they should understand that McCain will not represent them well, nor represent this country. The U.S can't afford Bush business as usual. Jobs to China and India. CEO's getting richer. American workers (yes the blue collar ones) getting cheap WalMart jobs. Our diminished role with foreign nations. If you want that than vote for McCain. If you feel the effects of the last 8 years, then vote for Obama.

Tony Z- MD   May 14th, 2008 11:58 am ET

Whether you are a Hillary or Barack supporter- it is about what is best for America. In November, we will need to support the Democratic nominee. There will be fracture if Hillary does not do a safe landing and unite the party. Barack and his VP choice will be be prepared for the job on Day 1.

Club Member   May 14th, 2008 11:58 am ET

All you democrats out there that think Hillary should be the VP can rest easy.

President McCane just may reward her for the good job she did over these past few months taking care of his light weight and offer he the position.

Nan   May 14th, 2008 11:58 am ET

Well this is one Hillary supporter who plans on voting for Obama come November. I have been very impressed with the way he has handled adversity these past few weeks. He will have my vote when he receives the nomination.

dis-O-pointed with Obama   May 14th, 2008 11:57 am ET

Obama was behind in polls in WVa, so what did he do? Campaign there to at least let them know their voice counted anyway? No, he just skipped onto the next state, totally dissing them the way he did Michigan & Florida. All this talk about him being some kind of great uniter is just that, talk..

Fred   May 14th, 2008 11:57 am ET

Oregon leads the way in a lot of things in this country. And we will put Obama over the top. And put a end to this! I am a white 51yr. old Oregon Teamster and yes I am bitter at where this country has been going. Obama will turn it around.

Diane Panama City Fl   May 14th, 2008 11:57 am ET

The other metric that should be examined in this discussion is the vote result from the special election in Mississippi last night. The Democratic candidate took the election away from the Republican candidate in a district that went for Bush by 62% in 2004. Vice President Darth Vader (Dick Cheney) even campaigned for the Republican candidate and it didn't help (may have even hurt him). This is the third straight loss for Republicans in areas they should have easily won. From my perspective, the only issues left to resolve are which one the the Democrats is going to beat McCain in November and and by how much.

Unknown   May 14th, 2008 11:57 am ET

OBAMA 08!!

OBAMA 08

OBAMA 08

OBAMA 08…………………………TO THE WHITE HOUSE WE GO!

Dem in NC   May 14th, 2008 11:57 am ET

Let the GOP have the racists.
I don't want them on my team.

Daniel, Loganville Ga   May 14th, 2008 11:57 am ET

States & elections won with 60% or more of the vote:
BARACK OBAMA:
15 STATES + DC + VI
* Virgin Islands (89.9%)
* Idaho (79%)
* Hawaii (76%)
* Alaska (75%)
* District of Columbia (75%)
* Kansas (74%)
* Washington (68%)
* Nebraska (68%)
* Minnesota (67%)
* Colorado (67%)
* Georgia (67%)
* Illinois (65%)
* Virginia (64%)
* Maryland (62%)
* North Dakota (61%)
* Wyoming (61%)
* Mississippi (61%)

HILLARY CLINTON:
2 States
* Arkansas (70%)
* West Virginia (67)

Javone   May 14th, 2008 11:57 am ET

It is so sad to see people so bitter about a nomination that they would reject their principles rather than vote for the other candidate. I am not a Hillary clinton fan at all, but if she were the nominee, she would have to get my vote. I think some Hillary supporters are so closed minded and selfish that it's ridiculous.
If I lived in Michigan and Florida, I would not even repect HRC. She agreed to not having those votes count. Now that she is on the verge of losing, she wants to be the martyr. Come on people…SHE IS USING YOU!!! She didn't give a flip about you and now she's your saviour. please be serious. And won't even own up to it! Terry blew so much hot air last night I had to turn on my fan. He was asked point blank about why his feelings and hers have changed a complete 180 degrees on the subject and he kept dancing all around the topic. Call it what it is!

Darlene, Orlando Fl   May 14th, 2008 11:57 am ET

Come on CNN where are the report of the new super delegates that recently came out for Obama today after Billery meaningless WV win? All the other news channels are reporting it. Are you being bias or are you trying to mislead the facts? Come on I thought you guys were better than that.

Gayle   May 14th, 2008 11:57 am ET

I will not vote for Obama just because of the hateful comments posted on these blogs by people who support him.

Fair Game   May 14th, 2008 11:57 am ET

Its simple and plain that Sen Obama has caused more divisions in Dem party , and will do more in November.

Liberals won't take this FACT, but it is TRUE.

He does know very little about the lives of REAL-Black-Americans that he claims and talks about everyday.

Vivian Mcrae   May 14th, 2008 11:57 am ET

We don't need the hillbilly support, McCain can have that, he has no black, brown or gay support. is there enough hillbillies to make him president. bring up Jeremiah Wright, and you will further alienated the black vote, 9/11 happened 7 years ago, why does the media say he been saying this for 20 years? attack the black church, but let the pedophiles posing as priest's continue on, I know you won't post this comment. you never post my comments so eff you CNN

Ryan   May 14th, 2008 11:57 am ET

I voted for Clinton in the Cal. primary. Since there isn't really any material difference between the platforms of the two Democratic candidates, I would have supported Obama in the general election but for my utter concern about the fervent zeal of some of his supporters that seems to defy my comprehension. That, coupled with the seeming cult of personality that has developed, raises some very large red flags in my mind. I'm dreading having to choose either Obama or McCain, so this primary season will probably force me to abstain in the general election.

GO HILL   May 14th, 2008 11:57 am ET

4hill2thehill WROTE:
May 14th, 2008 10:24 am ET

States & elections won with 60% or more of the vote:
Barack Obama: 15 States + DC + VI
* Virgin Islands (89.9%)
* Idaho (79%)
* Hawaii (76%)
* Alaska (75%)
* District of Columbia (75%)
* Kansas (74%)
* Washington (68%)
* Nebraska (68%)
* Minnesota (67%)
* Colorado (67%)
* Georgia (67%)
* Illinois (65%)
* Virginia (64%)
* Maryland (62%)
* North Dakota (61%)
* Wyoming (61%)
* Mississippi (61%)

My question to you is…..How many of these states will vote for a Dem in November? And how much of those that BO could win would be Wiped OUT if McCain wins FL, MI, PA and OH????????? And unfortunatley CA comes in to play for McCain…..
Sorry, the GE picks the pres. by winner take all ELECTORAL VOTES!

Democratic Mother in NC   May 14th, 2008 11:57 am ET

Bottom Line - we don't want 4 more years of Bush politics, period. I support Obama, but I will gladly vote for Clinton if she is the nominee. Primaries can get ugly, but that's to be expected. Both Obama and Clinton bring virtually the same thing to the table - a change from Bush. Forget the polls, forget the in-fighting. I don't want to suffer another 4 years with jobs being outsourced, more young people dying in Iraq and more families losing their homes.

Mike in NY   May 14th, 2008 11:56 am ET

Obally 08… hmmmm sexy :-)

AJ, IL   May 14th, 2008 11:56 am ET

Come fellow Obama supporters be nice to Hillary-supporters. Hillary and Clintons were formidable and tenancious opponents. Hillary had an impressive win in West Virginia the first since Feb. 5th, although voter turnout was lower than expected. Also there was not record turnout in West Virginia as in other primaries.

A major percentage of Obama supporters and Hillary supporters are very enthusiatic about their candidates. There is much that Hillary supporters share with Obama than they do with McCain. Once Hillary supporters realize that McCain is for continuing the Iraq War and sable-rattling against Iran, wants to continue the Bush economic plan, and plans on nominating Supreme Court justices that could overturn Roe vs. Wade, Hillary-supporters will back Obama!

NEVER obama   May 14th, 2008 11:56 am ET

NEVER, NEVER, NEVER obama. He is a liar and completely UNFIT.

Lazarito   May 14th, 2008 11:56 am ET

OBAMA 2008!!!Can't Hillary see only rural areas are favoring her??!!!People with education will never vote for her!

Politics101   May 14th, 2008 11:56 am ET

The argument regarding the popular vote that the Hillary camp is using is interesting. I believe the eventual nominee is chosen based on the number of pledged delegates not the popular vote. George Bush won the 2000 election even though he lost the popular vote to Al Gore since electoral votes, not the popular vote is what determines the winner of the presidency.

AK, from CL   May 14th, 2008 11:56 am ET

Everyone making a big deal out of Hillary's large win tonight have conveniently ignored Obama's following margins of victory since the primaries began:

75% - DC

67% - Georgia

65% - Illinois

64% - Virginia

61% - Mississippi

60% - Maryland

59% - Vermont

58% - Wisconsin

57% - Louisiana

57% - Utah

56% - North Carolina

56% - Alabama

…and 18 other victories over Clinton

Matthew   May 14th, 2008 11:55 am ET

To the Hillary or Mccain person.

Roe v Wade is not just about you. Its about the progress and fight this country and women have put up against Abortion. Your just so selfish and it shows in your statement. How did Obama steal your vote. Your vote in FLA didnt count anyway adn guarenteed if they could have campainged in FLA Obama would have won. All this talk about Clinton gonna win WVA, OHIO, PA, and FLA in the general. Ok so Obama has the chance and possiblity to win in Nevada, Colorado, New Mexico, Iowa, Missuri, Virginia, Maryland, Georgia, Mississippi, Tennessee, Alabama, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Louisana and possibly more lest say the Mountain west, North and South Dakota, Idado, Alaska, Montana, Wyoming and more, I much rather Obama win more red states and swing states as well as the strong Dems. state to broden then Democratic electoral map rather then Hilliary 15 state strategy.

Trina in Ohio   May 14th, 2008 11:55 am ET

CNN - PLEASE REPORT THIS!!

His campaign announced his pickup Wednesday of two superdelegates: Rep. Peter Visclosky of Indiana and Democrats Abroad chair Christine Schon Marques.

Also endorsing Obama were three former Securities and Exchange Commission chairmen — William Donaldson, David Ruder, and Arthur Levitt Jr., who was appointed by former President Clinton. The campaign released a joint statement by the former SEC chiefs, well as former Federal Reserve Chairman Paul Volcker, that praised Obama's "positive leadership and judgment" on economic issues.

Barrett   May 14th, 2008 11:55 am ET

I am a proud supporter of Sen Clinton. But I will not join a bunch of rude and nasty Obama supporters. Why is it ok for 90% of the blacks to vote for Obama, and if a white supports Clinton then they are racist?

If you Obama supporters would add up all the votes you alienate by calling others stupid, un-educated, hillbillies, racist , rednecks. There is no way Obama can win the General Election with only the supporters he has now. You need to be trying to bring others into your camp, rather than telling them you don't need thier vote anyway.

Now who is the stupid bunch?

DJ in MI   May 14th, 2008 11:55 am ET

go OBAMA

Chelsea, MA   May 14th, 2008 11:55 am ET

The real beauty in this primary season is that the party of brotherly love has been exposed as the hateful, power-hungry party of bigots, sexists, agist and racists that it really has been all along.

brian   May 14th, 2008 11:55 am ET

First of all: to Letha in Sioux Falls, SD : work on your grammar and spelling. "……Obama will lost key votes…" should read, "Obama will lose key votes."

Secondly: Obama has shown tremendous grace under pressure and is "presidential" in his public appearances (unlike our current resident of the White House). Clinton does not appearr presidential, nor does McCain. It is time for a change and we do not need a "career politician" in the White House.

Bridgette-PA   May 14th, 2008 11:55 am ET

Yes we can!

OBAMA-08!

Teresa   May 14th, 2008 11:55 am ET

To all the Obama supporters who knock Clinton supporters for not voting for Obama in the general election, how many of you would have voted for Hillary if SHE was the nominee in November? Just curious. I'm an Oregon Clinton supporter but I will be supporting Obama in November if he's the nominee. I don't think a lot of you Obama supporters could say the same thing about Clinton because all you people do is trash her.

Eric   May 14th, 2008 11:54 am ET

You folks should just give it a rest. Most of your "ticker" material is rank speculation. Try reporting news: what has happened, where, when, and (maybe) why and so what. Reports about polls predicting outcomes in Oregon aren't meaningful to those of us who have already voted in other states. Predictions that Obama may or may not ask Hillary (or should or should not ask her) to be Veep nominee are similarly useless…. the man will do what he chooses to do for his own reasons. So wait. Then report when there's actual news.

I see CNN (and the other media) as banging on a drum trying to stir up some kind of public fascination. Unfortunately, an election is not a soap opera, nor a horse race, nor a circus. It's a process that will work out in its own time. So let it work, and give the rest of us a break from irresponsible, speculative journalism.

SoCal   May 14th, 2008 11:54 am ET

Leda and others who say you would never vote for Obama: please clarify WHY.

Don't you agree with Obama's policies?
Are his proposals that much different from those of Hillary?
Or do you simply want more of McBush?
If this is the case please just tell it…

And if this is not the case, then please clarify why "you will never vote for Obama", and tell us If it is because of his proposed policies, or simply because you don't like the guy.

Maybe you don't like his ability to inspire people, do you?
Or you don't like the idea of a change in Washington…
Or is it because you think that a guy who's run such a brilliant bottom-up campaign will not be able to "lead"???

Or, maybe it's just because of his name and his human story, and the color of his skin, huh?

Please be honest to yourself and to us all, and tell us WHY you'd never vote for Obama.

Thanks.

R.I.F.   May 14th, 2008 11:54 am ET

HILLARY SUPPORTER May 14th, 2008 11:34 am ET
"Mya….too late…his supporters have said some of the meanest things I have ever heard someone say about another individual"

Are you kidding me? Are you kidding me? First off, why would you cast your vote based on what some blogger hiding behind a computer says? I don't think Obama has had the time to be blogging so I'm sure it's not him.

Second, I guess you didn't read the MSNBC article yestarday that talked about the racial slurs that Obama campaign volunteers have been called to their face throughout the US while trying to campiagn? Or the campaign office that was spray painted with racial slurs all over it?

So if you're going to lay the blame on Obama because of some ananomous bloggers that say some things that you don't like, then I should lay the blame on Clinton and McCain for all of the racial slurs. Neither one is fair and I wish you would just go away.

Sheila   May 14th, 2008 11:54 am ET

Hooray for Sen. Clinton! Her big win in W. Virginia sends a strong message to the mainstream media — Obama-mania isn't enough to steal this election from the better-qualified candidate.

Sen. Clinton has fought against incredible odds, both from the political pundits and the wealthy Obama supporters (such as Oprah). She has persevered with dignity and charm and will go on to November and defeat John McCain.

Sorry, but good speech-making and motivational skills are not enough to qualify Sen. Obama to lead our country. Experience counts, and Sen. Clinton has it!

Eddy, NYC   May 14th, 2008 11:54 am ET

MOST OF YOU GUYS ARE REALLY ACTING LIKE COMPLETE IDIOTS ON THESE BLOGS…

Are we not democrats? Sure, some of use prefer Obama while others prefer Clinton but I fail to see what is wrong with that. Why the hate and anger? At the end of the day we will have "ONE" democratic nominee and I, as a democrat, will support and donate to that candidate. I really like Obama but to say that I would not vote for Clinton if she gets the nomination or vote for McCain is completely ignorant. Both can win if we decide to stop this in-fighting and start fighting for a better future by putting our personal feelings aside and do what's right for this country.

Karen   May 14th, 2008 11:54 am ET

Democrats, lets unite as a party. WE MUST!!! I am another support of whoever the demo nominee is. Can you say the same?

Roger   May 14th, 2008 11:54 am ET

We will never forget Jeremiah Wright.

Margaret   May 14th, 2008 11:54 am ET

I give Sen. Clinton credit for her energy, but whatever rift exists between Clinton and Obama supporters is attributable almost entirely to Clinton's negative campaigning. Despite her seeming strength in conservative swing states (with GREAT thanks to Rush Limbaugh and Operation Chaos–arguably HE should be helping her with her campaign debt!), her best bet now is to help mend the party and hope that Pres. Obama will give her a place within his cabinet –perhaps health care czar.

OHIO   May 14th, 2008 11:54 am ET

As far as the win in W Virgina goes who cares. they voted for BUSH in 2000 and 2004 what does that tell you about W Virgina. They would vote for McSame in 2008, No wonder they voted for Clinton, IDIOTS

OUR President Obama   May 14th, 2008 11:54 am ET

Obama holds big lead in Oregon, CNN……..I'm betting you are not going to let my comment stay……your attitude against President Obama is prejudice….

CONGRAD Mr. President Obama….

To mike May 14th, 2008 10:33 am ET (you close the comment board and refused to list my comment)
Latest News update: Obama seeks all black ticket. Obama is strongly leaning towards choosing black person for democratic VP if he is nominee. How do you feel about this?
To answer Mike question and others who may try to comment with this lie, Obama hasn't said who he is going to select to be VP, and we all know for a fact this isn't going to happen. So what should we make it a point to say many of the past president's have choose white VP. We know who you are voting for, the democrat who is losing and make it a point to use duty lying politics.

Ratgurl   May 14th, 2008 11:54 am ET

Smart people them Oregonians! Let's bring the primary to a close so we can focus on the general :)

Richard Boland   May 14th, 2008 11:54 am ET

Just remember this….if HRC's supporters do stay home or vote for McBush..and Obama gets beat………and they think Hillary will come to our rescue in 2012………forget about it……"what goes around,comes around"………that sword cuts both ways….DB

Donna   May 14th, 2008 11:54 am ET

Adversity does not build character it reveals it.

Obama shut the door and pulled the curtains last night when he lost by 41 points in WV. He tried to pretend it did not exist and postulated by his behavior if I ignore it then it might go away.

The news media are now determined to fight Hillary too, so she has more than one opponent. The news media will want to save face by proving "the math." Well we all know math is not finite, can change, and with any constant, will change.

Hillar 2008! It ain't over til it's over and winner's don't quit! Nor do they pull down the curtain…

Republican for Clinton   May 14th, 2008 11:54 am ET

It's funny when you say anything negative about Obama, you must be racist, but if Hillary states the obvious she's playing the race card. You can't win in the fall just because you get 99% of the black vote, that does not translate to victory. He will lose this fall, and the democrats will realize that they lost an election that has been their's to lose! Obama supporters and the Democratic leadership are stupid, if he's the nominee, I'm voting for McCain! period, he will not change my mind!

Gotta Disagree   May 14th, 2008 11:54 am ET

Truthurts said "All you Hillary supporters voting for McCain are only proving one thing. You are sore losers and are attracted to voting for losers…
OK that was 2 things"
I have to firmly disagree with that statement. The majority of the people that I know who are Hillary supporters who states that they would not vote for Obama is becasuse they do not stand by him (Obama) simple as that. Now to be truthful, the people that I have spoken to said that they will exercise their 'write in' right. I think that would be the best thing to do verses voting for someone else just out of spite. These are adults that are voting. This election is a very serious one and I don't see how voting for McCain if you do not stand by him makes sense at all.

Roger   May 14th, 2008 11:54 am ET

Obama always plays the race card.

Joe, Eden Prairie, MN   May 14th, 2008 11:54 am ET

Marge Hibbing Mn, Obama won MN by a huge margin… So what were you saying about the people of Oregon again?

H   May 14th, 2008 11:53 am ET

HILLARY WILL NOT GET OUT. SHE WILL STAY AND FIGHT BECAUSE SHE IS THE ONE THAT HAS THE MOST EXPERIENCE. I REALLY AT THIS POINT COULD CARE LESS WHAT YOU OBAMA SUPPORTERS AND THE BIAS MEDIA SAYS. I AM SICK AND TIRE OF YOUR HATE AND BIAS.
YES - WE CLINTON SUPPORTERS WILL OVERCOME ALL OF THAT AND IN THE LONG RUN WE WILL CONQUER.
I BELIEVE HILLARY IS AHEAD IN KENTUCKY.

GOODBYE OBAMA!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

mj   May 14th, 2008 11:53 am ET

this yes we can makes you all sound stupid and that you drank the coolaid…

Jeff, Hampshire, IL   May 14th, 2008 11:53 am ET

ATTN "HILLARY SUPPORTER"

Come on, there's been plenty said on both sides here! Point is, no one thinks you are "uneduacted", rather, they and you are supporting/defending a chosen candidate in a tough race among two exceptional candidates. Their policy issues are nearly identical. You are not electing supporters who you feel have been rude. Everyone has been fired up and now we need to organize around the nominee (whomever it is) and keep the republicans out of the white house! We need to focus on getting ourselves out of 3 wars (Iraq, Afghanistan, and the war on the American economy) as well as prevent one in Iran. Please look at the bigger picture.

Dems 08

Joe G   May 14th, 2008 11:53 am ET

There is another state voting next week. Hillary Clinton is up in some polls in Kentucky by 30% or more.

Why is it that Obama speaks (and that's about all he does) about inclusion and reconciliation but his supporters are full of nothing but hate and rage? Hamas supports Obama, Farrakhan likes him, Wright is his pastor for 20 years and his own wife seems to detest the country that allowed her and her family to prosper. No other country on the planet would have given her such opportunities. A vote for Obama is an over-reaction to the 8 year pounding we've received from Bush. Who by the way was inexperienced when he ran for president in 2000.

Sandy   May 14th, 2008 11:53 am ET

Hey Democrats…remember that there will also be House and Senate elections this fall. Right now it is expected that the Democrats will strengthen their hold on both houses. Think about the changes that could made in this country with a Democratic House, Deocratic Senate and a Democratic President!

Although I voted for Hillary I will definitely support Obama in November if he is the nominee. We CANNOT AFFORD another Repubican administration!

Person she is   May 14th, 2008 11:53 am ET

Thank God Oregonians have more sense but I am not surprised given their high population of educated people. BTW doesn't the fact that Clinton bragged about a 10year selling his bike and giving her his money bother Hillary Supporters. It goes a long way towards describing what kind of person she is. And you want her running your country. wew!!!

Ron   May 14th, 2008 11:53 am ET

the question a lot of people are asking is how much of the millions and millions of dollars obama is getting originates in Arab countries and laundered by tony rezko to the obama campaign

Andy   May 14th, 2008 11:53 am ET

CNN, for the first time could you please post my response

Any democrat saying they will never vote for Obama is fooling themself. When looking down the barrel of the gun you're going to vote for Obama come November. Say all you want now but later you'll already know the consequences of your decision.

Kiah   May 14th, 2008 11:53 am ET

All the so-called Dems who threaten to vote McCain if/when HRC loses…please do us all a favor and vote that way. You see there is no stopping fate and if you haven't learned anything over the past 15 months it's that Barack Obama will be our next president with out without the support of anyone who choses not to give it.

Anita from Arizona   May 14th, 2008 11:52 am ET

So when does the good of the party play a role in the Clinton campaign? Does pointing out the obvious that low income working white americans are not supportive of Obama, but you don't see Obama saying anything about him winning the majority of the black vote. Obama didn't say it, his wife didn't say it, but Hillary did and Bill did with his "race-card" comment. Race is a powder keg for our society. You see who lit the fuse. Don't fall for it Americans. We want to be united as one nation. Our politicians have to start looking out for what's best for all of us. No one needs to be reminded of past hurts. We can't heal as a nation if we don't stop openning the old wounds. The Clinton are shameful for that. We all know the obvious, but playing on it and using it to advance your position is totally immoral.

Obama '08 - Yes We Can!!

Dale   May 14th, 2008 11:52 am ET

CNN is CLINTON NEWS NETWORK FOLKS….EVERYTHING THEY REPORT AND SAY FAVORS SENATOR CLINTON…IT'S OBVIOUS WHO THEY WANT TO WIN!!!!…

I THINK ALL OBAMA SUPPORTERS SHOULD STOP TUNNING THEIR TVs TO CNN UNTIL THEY HAVING A BALANCE SET OF RULES….THE PAST 2 OR 3 MONTHS THEY HAVE HAD MOSTLY CLINTON SUPPORTERS ON WITH NO ONE FROM OBAMA'S CAMP TO REPLY TO THE COMMENTS….

CNN IS UNFAIR

(C)LINTON
(N)EWS
(N)ETWORK

BOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO

Media Blackout May 15th   May 14th, 2008 11:52 am ET

What I want to know is, who was that RASTA guy in the yellow t-shirt standing behind Hillary Tuesday night. He looked like a prop. Is the Gimmick candidate pulling out all tricks to prove she's not racist?

And that guy with the bowling pin swinging it left and right, I guess Secret Service approved that weapon for the sake of props huh?

These two guy were placed for the cameras and between you and me, the RASTA in the bright yellow shirt looked like he got paid big money to perform for the cameras.

Margaret   May 14th, 2008 11:52 am ET

I give Sen. Clinton credit for her energy, but whatever rift exists between Clinton and Obama supporters is attributable almost entirely to Clinton's negative campaigning. Despite her seeming strength in conservative swing states (with GREAT thanks to Rush Limbaugh and Operation Chaos–arguably HE should be helping her with her campaign debt!), her best bet now is to help mend the party and hope that Pres. Obama will give her a place within his cabinet –perhaps health care czar.

JohnS   May 14th, 2008 11:52 am ET

Thank you Oregon!!!!!!!!!!!

Uniting the Democrates around the Democrate Nominee should be the focus at this time.

Anything is really just selfish and destructive ambition.

Aren't 4 more BUSH years of failed policies in Washington too scary for all Americans?

Thank You Again Oregon!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

OBAMA '08 & '12

Maria Magdalena   May 14th, 2008 11:52 am ET

I admire Obama's vision, youth, and charisma and HRC's tenacity. But I go for Obama for the following reasons:

(1) remembering the unspeakably disgraceful act committed by Bill Clinton while he was in the White House, we the American people should not have to feel disgraced all over again by seeing him back in the White House, sharing and influencing Hilary's job behind the scenes (what would the world think of us then!);

(2) when Chelsea Clinton was an undergraduate at Stanford, she called her bodyguard (provided by the American taxpayers' money) a "well trained pig" because "that's what my parents call him", she said.
It is the Clintons who are elitists who pretend to care about the poor, uneduated, hard-working Americans. This true episode speaks loud and clear what the Clintons are really like. Enough deception already!

Roger   May 14th, 2008 11:52 am ET

I'm not going to vote for an arrogant, lying, hypocrit like Obama.

Hillary or McCain

Steve, New York, New York   May 14th, 2008 11:52 am ET

Should this be a surprise?

Hillary seems to win big, in areas where opportunities for education are WOEFULLY INADEQUATE.

I can't wait for Ms. Clinton (with her "evil clown" grin), to finally exit this race. Maybe between now and then, she'll start telling people that she actually fought in Vietnam.

ANYBODY BUT HILLARY in 2008!!!!!!!!

Chelsea, MA   May 14th, 2008 11:52 am ET

How will Hillary convince the DNC to cast aside the popular winner, the candidate with 90% of the black vote in order to secure her win.
She can't and she knows it.

She'll have to suckup big time to get the #2 slot, which is a death kiss to political careers.

Xavier, St. Louis, MO   May 14th, 2008 11:52 am ET

I must congratulate Hillary and her Hillbillies on her West Virginia victory, maybe can be the president of West Virginia :)

Oh and by the way, she won last night, but Obama picked-up four more superdelegates. . . Life is good!

YES WE CAN!

A CANUCK   May 14th, 2008 11:52 am ET

Watching Hillary's speeches lately are painful……..she looks like a delusional mad woman……..not aware of the reality all around her……when is this going to end ?? It's time for the Hill-Billys to exit.

eric barthel   May 14th, 2008 11:51 am ET

democrat let this finish next tuesday ask clinton to leave she can not win anyway.

Dave   May 14th, 2008 11:51 am ET

WV…….hmmmm……..banjos………everybody has the same DNA
so of course they'll all tend to vote the same way.

Mary   May 14th, 2008 11:51 am ET

Can someone please explain to me why Clinton supporters feel that this election was unfairly stolen from her? She was the one that very early on ignored many states. She was the one that said that democrats shouldn't focus on certain states because they were read. She was the one that said Michigan and Florida should not count (so too did that slime ball McCauliffe). She was the one that has campaigned negatively. She was the one that said McCain was better than the fellow democrat. She was the one that lied about her Bosnia trip. She was the one that said certain democratic voters don't count. She is the one that tried to unfairly paint Obama as a fringe Black Candidate. She is the one that tried to supress hope and optimism. She is the one that over and over again has tried to change the rules mid game. She is the one that complains that everyone is against her.

Whether Obama wins or loses in November he and his supporters will know they fought a good fight. What will you Hillary supporters think then? You guys are ridiculous.

Kay, Zimbabwean refugee in Namibia   May 14th, 2008 11:51 am ET

I don't mean to put too fine a line on "college-educated voters", but the dumbest thing Barack has done so far in my opinion is agree to be pressured into muffling the brightest political talent I've seen in my 21 years. Yes, I'm talking here of Sam Power. Given everything that's been done and said, was the word "monster" really worth sacrificing the first person in the world who seemed to have a cooking clue on what to do about Darfur, the Mid-East & other supposedly "never-ending" conflicts?

As an African, I'll be quick to say the US owes us exactly zilch - even though I appreciated Slick Willy's humanitarian efforts during his tenure. But I've objectively studied Samantha's views, & she's the first person who's convinced me that there's nothing cheesy or naive about hoping for "world peace" - in our lifetimes. I say let's petition to bring back Sam for the General Election campaign. If Barack doesn't step up, it'll easily be the dumbest thing anyone - college educated or not - has done in this campaign. And the real "monsters" will be us "good citizens" who did nothing.

Greg Pa   May 14th, 2008 11:51 am ET

If WV, is a racist state by the same logic Oregon must be too.

The most racist thing I have seen this primary is that Obama gets 90% of the black vote. It is plain as day that black people are voting race. They are the racists. Never in US. history has anyone taken that much of a demographic. NEVER !!

I can't wait to see the reaction when he looses in November.

Alisha   May 14th, 2008 11:51 am ET

Two states vote Tuesday, Obama leads in one, Hillary in the other. The CNN home page reads: "Obama has huge lead in next state." Can we get some evenhanded reporting please? They way CNN has skewed pro-Obama is ridiculous.

bob in L.A.   May 14th, 2008 11:51 am ET

I will concede the Obama lead in Oregon, but why can't the articles headline be balanced or accurate? The lead in to this story is "Obama hold huge lead in next contest", well, the fact is he hgolds a huge lead in one of the next two contests. It could have just as easily read the reverse!
Does the press intentionally try and distort informaiton or do they try and anger supporters of of one candidate or the other?
It's getting to be ridiculous! The democrats would be solidified behind either candidate if the medai woudl stop forcing people to draw a line in the sand for their benefit. Hopefully we are smarter than them.

Brandon   May 14th, 2008 11:51 am ET

But wait…. I thought Oregon was mostly white and Obama couldn't win whites? Please explain this to me Hillary?

Joe - Wilmington, DE   May 14th, 2008 11:51 am ET

Hillary: It's all about me, me, me……….Wah, wah, wah…….!

Kiah   May 14th, 2008 11:50 am ET

Letha…

That's too bad you're so short-sighted and narrow-minded. Vote McCain it'll do many of us a favor of not having such toxic TRASH in our party anyway. Independents kill me thinking that someone has to kiss their behinds for their vote. It's Independents who made it possible for Bush's second term so based on your judgment a vote for a 3rd Bush term is right up your alley.

Mike H.   May 14th, 2008 11:50 am ET

I'm really tired of hearing how Hillary's supporters are the least educated group in the country. Let's be real, African-Americans are at the absolute bottom of demographic groups in terms of education and they are virtually all in Obama's camp. And that's a fact— even if it's not politically correct.

NEVER obama   May 14th, 2008 11:50 am ET

Obama is the most dangerous person to ever run for President of this country. Shame on Oregon for helping that liar destroy this country.

matt n ohio   May 14th, 2008 11:50 am ET

All hillary supports should not vote if obama gets the nomination and stop watching Oprah!

Bewildered   May 14th, 2008 11:50 am ET

Oh, so another case of the intelligent and educated voting for someone who can make a difference or, as in West Virginia, the ignorant and uneducated voting for someone who will not make a difference. Hmmmmm. I think I see a trend!!

Independent in Florida   May 14th, 2008 11:50 am ET

To Wolf Blitzer:

Can you please try to be a little more objective during this election process? Your keen support for Hillary has been crystal clear. And, now pushing for her to be on the ticket is just NOT fair to many Americans who may not share the same view as you do.

Club Member   May 14th, 2008 11:50 am ET

Good job West Virginia, we have him next over here in Klan-tucky. We are going to show him a good time over here as well.

By the time we are through with him he's going to wish that he lived in Oregon.

Republicans + Hilliary = VICTORY

Observer from Nigeria   May 14th, 2008 11:50 am ET

Ths is for Clinton Supporters.

Am an observer from Nigeria and I like the democrats because they care for people and also very accomodating than republicans who are too rigid.

Why is it that Clinton feels than Obama cannot win Mccain in Florida, Ohio and Pensylv. just because she won those states.

I dont know much about US politicsbut I think two democrats are contesting and one has to win. The supporters of the other will vote for the eventual nominee at the GE.
Have people forgotten that Hukabee and Romney won some red states too. Does it mean that because They won Mccain in those states, he will not carry those red states in Nov.
I find it difficult to understand this, pls explain. Unless democrats are divided. Mind you Republicans were divided but they are coming together. Look at Rush limb he is no more attacking Mccain but the democrats.

PLease Clinton Supporters, bury your differences, whatever Obama did to you, pls forgive and forget. Rem he is more of a White guy cos he was raised by her white mother (his dad died at when he was young).
In the interest of a better world, We in Africa will not like a republican again in the white house. Am sure Europeans will say the same.

I still want response from Clinton supporters
Thank you

fairandstraight   May 14th, 2008 11:50 am ET

Why is it that each state Sen. Clinton wins is the only states that leads to the white house?

Liviu, Alberta, Canada   May 14th, 2008 11:50 am ET

I have an unbiased opinion over this election cycle, and up here in Canada we are watching with interes as the result is affecting us, and the rest of the world. You as Americans should be very proud about that, and remeber to vote for the candidate that asks for, and brings the best in people, and not the one that plays your fears and differences.
Once was said: "Remeber Alamo"… I say "Remeber Iraq"…

Paul   May 14th, 2008 11:50 am ET

those posting here are not a clever lot!

pam Eugene OR   May 14th, 2008 11:50 am ET

I have already sent my vote in for Obama and it feels great! All of us in Oregon want REAL change and Barack will give us that. HRC did put up a good fight (however it was ugly) but it is over now and it is time to be a democrat first!
Obama 08

Proud 26% in WV   May 14th, 2008 11:50 am ET

I woke up this morning feeling good about doing the .right .thing .Yesterday.I stepped up to the voting booth and after 30 years of voting republican was able to put aside all of the racial remarks in my area of WV and vote for whom I thought was the best candidate to help bring our country back.30 years if someone would have told me that I would be voting for an African American democrat for president there would have been a fight.Sorry to say race did play a large part in yesterday's primary and Hillary tapped into it.So to the rest of my fellow 26% I say thanks and come on Oregon ,Montana and South Dakota.Do what is right for all America.

ru   May 14th, 2008 11:50 am ET

I think Obama will win Oregon,Montana and South Dakota and rest for Hilary Clinton!!!
Anyways Obama will be the Nominee eventhough Hilary tries her best!!!

Independent99999   May 14th, 2008 11:50 am ET

Voting rights should be restricted based on certain criteria

- Education levels
- Income levels
- Certain minimum amount of Taxes paid
- Certain levels of political education
etc.

Voting given to UNEDUCATED people will produce lopsided results like WV. There is no other explanation how a LIAR and RULE CHANGER like Hillary can get a majority voting for her at this stage of the game in WV.

Impose certain criteria before someone can VOTE.

Save the DEMOCRACY. Amend the Constitution. Save America from Destruction of LIARS and POWER MONGERS like Clinton

BER   May 14th, 2008 11:50 am ET

Based on the HRC spin last night it looks like her camp is determined to take the fight to the convention floor. I don't think that they expect anything other than an even split of MI & FL delegates, what they are really trying to do is raise the bar on reaching a majority, making it almost impossible for the Obama side to clinch pre convention. I think their reasoning is that they have a better chance of winning at the Dem convention given their deeper roots in the party.

Dennis in IA   May 14th, 2008 11:50 am ET

I feel sorry for the HIllary supporters - they thought she should be made Queen of the United States of America. Don't you realize it is the President of the United States of America? Hillary lost because she miscalculated that the people would only support her and no one else. We in Iowa got to meet the candidates and saw how they really react. Hillary is just as full of baloney as her husband. She does not deserve the presidency after Whitewater and all that happened in Arkansas and in the White House. This is a country that has seen the good and the bad of the Clintons, we do not want those people in office again, especially if it were Bush-Clinton-Bush-Clinton - too much like a Monarchy, don't you think? I was once a loyal Clinton backer but now have come to realize there is something new and different to be had, just like our fore fathers when they decided to break from England. We the people are going to take back the government and make America and the world a much better place. Obama 08 and 12!

Nikki, Florida   May 14th, 2008 11:50 am ET

Allison Marie,

Obama did not block votes. Unfortunately, Florida's state decision-makers decided to go against DNC rules and we have to suffer the consequences. It is not Barack, nor Hillary's fault that our votes are not being counted.

They both agreed to abide by the rules the DNC set out.

Michele, Oregon   May 14th, 2008 11:50 am ET

We've been working hard. Hope to deliver a nice win here in Obamaland. The west is less entrenched in institutionalism. We do not throw the baby out with the bath water, but love that cool, clean water! …."Love one another…"

Viva Obama 08   May 14th, 2008 11:50 am ET

We need to beat John McCain this November and superdelegates need to put an end to the race to give the nominee enough time to compaign for a convincing victory in the general election. Senator Clinton need to realize that the math is impossible for her to win.
The party must not seat Florida and Michigan because rules are rules.

tim from Ravenna, OH   May 14th, 2008 11:50 am ET

Why is it if whites vote for a white person we are racist, but when 92% of blacks vote for Obama that's OK? Sounds like the same double standard that says 4 blacks beating up a white man is not a hate crime but 4 whites beating up a black man is. Ridiculous!!!! Only 2 people can be president right now and Obama is not one of them.

Brian   May 14th, 2008 11:49 am ET

The Florida Democratic Party stole your vote for Hillary, you moron.

wisdom   May 14th, 2008 11:49 am ET

i am not from U.S but what i know is America is 2 big for a women to rule

roger dowdle, lockhart, Tx   May 14th, 2008 11:49 am ET

Hey, all you people complaining about CNN overlooking Obama's new delegates- This is CNN< Clinton News Network! Haven't you noticed the way Blitzer slants things toward Clinton? He frequently cuts off Obama supporters, Lets Clinton supporters go on and on. Good news for Obama usually gets mentioned almost as an afterthought, while bad news for Clinton either gets a positive spin, or is ignored.

ITALIAN 4 OBAMA   May 14th, 2008 11:49 am ET

GIVE OBAMA CREDIT. THE MAN HAS VISION. HE'S SEVERAL STEPS AHEAD OF THE PACK. HE RECOGNIZED THE NEED FOR CHANGE AND A FRESH APPROACH, WHILE THE REST OF THE CROWD DABBLES IN OLD STYLE POLITICS. HE HAS CREATED EXCITEMENT, AND ENTHUSIASM, DRAWN MILLIONS OF NEW VOTERS TO THE PROCESS. THE REPUBLICANS ARE WATCHING AND, FRANKLY ,.. THEY ARE SCARED. LOOK AT WHAT HAPPENED IN MISSISSIPPI LAST NIGHT, AND LOUISIANA BEFORE. REPUBLICANS GOT THEIR BUTTS KICKED.DON'T BE SURPRISED IF THE REPUBLICANS START MIMICKING OBAMA'S STYLE AND MESSAGE. AS THE CONGRESS CHAIRMAN OF THE REPUBLICANS, MR. TOM COLE, ALARMINGLY EMPHASIZED TO HIS TROOPS,… CHANGE OR DIE. OBAMA IS THE MAN FOR PRESIDENT.

don in Seattle   May 14th, 2008 11:49 am ET

Nice win for Clinton and she should be proud. However, it has done nothing for her gaining in the areas that count like delegates. Even after her big win, Obama is the won who gained more delegates today. That certainly says something. I, for one, am a strong Obama suporter but if Clinton were to magically end up being the nominee then I woould certainly support her. We can all have our preferences but in the end there really isn't a choice unless a you consider having America goes down the same road we are now. That;s jus pathetic and we need to all come together and get behind whomever the nominee is and it certainly looks like it will be Obama.

Rob   May 14th, 2008 11:49 am ET

Hey, CB, its "won't", not "want". Learn English. You speak just like Michelle Obama, a product of Affirmative Action who gets into Princeton, can't speak English well, then says, after all this, only NOW she is proud to be an American.

Yes we can!   May 14th, 2008 11:49 am ET

Newflash Hillary or Mccain person:

There is no way the Great divider Obama will unify us, so put that in your pipe and smoke it, CNN talking heads.

Obama stole my Florida vote for Hillary, and he'll just have to be satisfied with that. He gets nothing else from me.
*****************************
Your local government decided to break the rules and HILLARY agreed to the rules and HILLARY said you and michigan wouldn't matter….put the blame where it belongs….go march on your city hall steps…..Obama followed the rules…..it's sad that you wouldn't say these things….i see where your heart is….just sad

kenny cole   May 14th, 2008 11:49 am ET

Hey!! she's always winning to loose HILLARY please getout of the race

Michele   May 14th, 2008 11:48 am ET

As a 58 year old Republican living in Oregon (white woman), I changed my party and voted for Obama. He reminds me of the era of JFK. We desperately need change in this country. No more politics as usual. Oregon will hand him a sizable win. Many of my friends have done the same as I. And the spin doctors say older white women don't go for Obama. They need to say "uninformed" older whites…..

Ben   May 14th, 2008 11:48 am ET

Hillary did what she needed to do to barely hang on. Personally I think she is just trying to raise money to pay back her loans. She will have to win all the contest left by the same margins, then that would be something. I will vote for either democratic nominee but most likely it will be Obama. If Hillary doesn't have at least a win in Oregon and a big win in Kentucky she is completely out of the race. I think Obama will win Oregon then we will see the Super's gates open and push Hillary out.

semp   May 14th, 2008 11:48 am ET

A few words of wisdom from David Duke would be refreshing right about now. How about a Kinky Friedman and David Duke ticket … that shud cover the broad spectrum of Demoncratic Thought.

dove   May 14th, 2008 11:48 am ET

It’s pretty unpleasant to read all these comments full of blind hysteria.

Kiah   May 14th, 2008 11:48 am ET

This along with the SD's he gets EVERYDAY will only pad his lead and send HRC and her supporters further into the pits of denial and delusion.

YES WE CAN
YES WE WILL

Obama '08

Jim   May 14th, 2008 11:48 am ET

What poll are you looking at? They're close to even in Oregon.

Sharon Minnesota   May 14th, 2008 11:48 am ET

When the primary race is over, the polls will show the true feelings of Americans. If Barack Obama does snatch the nomination by only half of the democratic vote, he will then lose big time when the Clinton supporters poll for the moderate John McCain.

The real story has not been told yet.

GaVoter   May 14th, 2008 11:48 am ET

But he does kinda look like curious George in this picture….

Marine Dad   May 14th, 2008 11:48 am ET

I have a lot of thoughts about the people from WV…but its not worth it… this is America and they have their rights too, no matter how closed minded!

Ted   May 14th, 2008 11:48 am ET

Hillary's supporters will be welcomed by all of Obama's supporters. Hopefully all democrats are acutely aware of the importance of winning the White House and ending the misery the Bush administration has inflicted upon America. Obama will win big here in Oregon because we are a progressive, intelligent electorate that recognizes the need for change and that Barack is the one to deliver that.

PatrickTM   May 14th, 2008 11:48 am ET

Again we see HilBilly and supporters trying to rewrite history, math, the rules, and their past positions. In the national in November, no doubt McCain will carry some states overwhelminglly and lose just as much in others. Does anyone seriously think that the Republicans can carry California no matter who the Deomcratic contender is and no matter who won it in the primary? Look at what is happening all over th country — the Repulbicans are losing long safe seats to Democratic upstars and new comers. This is a whole new election and it is wide open.

If you read some of the psots on varioius sites, the papers, listen to tne cable news, etc. you are seeing a lot of prejudice, mostly from HilBilly supporters. Women support a woman because they want to see one as President in their lifetime — nothing else. One person posted that he couldn't vote for Obama becuase of his middle name — now that's real thinking. And HilBilly, although toning down a bit, is still out there trying to create an impression of entitlement and superiority leading to many of these non-critical thinkers to believe that she is somehow having her right to be President stolen from her.

Fortunately, the race still goes to the one who follows the rules, is honest, and most believable. Even HilBilly voters admit that she is not trustworthy and not likeable, but they vote their emotions, not their logic.

j williamson   May 14th, 2008 11:48 am ET

W VA should have been a victory lap for Obama and it was a blow-out for Hillary. Will the super-delegates take heed? Probably not, I suspect, and here comes another loss in November. Wake up people! Hillary has a much more broad-base of support - Obama supporters: do you want to win or would you rather "be right.?"

A   May 14th, 2008 11:48 am ET

CNN Please use the word CRUSH if and when Obama wins Oregon by a large margin.

Freida NYC   May 14th, 2008 11:48 am ET

I will not support Obama in November period. The media and Obama's supporters have been way too nasty to Hillary. I can't believe the Obamaniacs in these blogs!!!! They are still bashing Hillary…how in the world do you guys expect us Hillary's supporters to unite when you are are continuing to demorilize our candidate?! Well, I think not. Most of us, (especially women) will vote against Obama. I hope Hillary runs as an independant.

SAY NO TO OBAMA

obamas hope for cahnge   May 14th, 2008 11:47 am ET

Go home Hillary. Cant you see it is over ,done, finished? AMERICANS who are educated will not stand for you anymore.OBAMA is the real deal .Unless you are a redneck living in the past with no concern but racial idenity you can see right through HRC.OPEN your minds not your racial bias WEST VA PENN OHIO.Im proud to be a white male without racial bias. GOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO BARACK.

Anne - VA   May 14th, 2008 11:47 am ET

All,

I agree with so many of you in regards to the overall picture that no matter our little personal feelings…the Democrats MUST unite in November.

Also…under NO circumstances must we unite on an Obama/Clinton ticket…

I don't have a problem with him giving her run of the "No Child Left Behind Act", as it has gone to hell and back…Maybe with her aggressive style we can see that program up and running full force.

Go Hillary….make something useful of yourself…after all, aren't you the originator of…."It takes a village"???????

Jonathan   May 14th, 2008 11:47 am ET

Obama did not "pick up" any endorsements today. He's been sitting on them so that he could put them out their today so he could mitigate her win a little…just like he has done this entire primary. The proportional system of the primary is the only reason Obama is winning. If it were winner take all, like the General Election, Clinton would be in the lead right now. He'll get no points for being close on Election Day.

McCain 08   May 14th, 2008 11:47 am ET

Would all of you stop whining already. The process doesn't even end for another 3 weeks. Let is run out. Geeze, what are you so afraid of. I mean Jesus Christ, I mean Obama will be your nominee for Heaven's sake. Who cares how many delegates Obama picked up. Women are going to be pissed off that Hill didn't win. YOu think Obama will win without them. Think again. There are only so many black people in America.

Judy   May 14th, 2008 11:47 am ET

Good Job Obama stand your grounds and don't let anyone fool you about not voting for you unless Hillary says "White folk want vote for you'. Keep your head up and campaign positive and don't think about Ms. Negative.

Obama 08

Kevin   May 14th, 2008 11:47 am ET

Obama/MaCaskill 08 or Obama/Sebelius 08

margarita   May 14th, 2008 11:47 am ET

SO HILLARY CRUSHES OBAMA YESTERDAY AND TODAY CNN CAN'T WASIT TO POINT OUT OBAMAS LEAD NEXT WEEK…

KNOW THIS BIG BOX, DRIVE BY, LEFT WING MEDIA….

I WILL NEVER VOTE FOR OBAMA… FINITO!… AND GUES WHA T ELSE NEITHER WILL ALOT OF MY DEMOCRAT SISTERS AND BORHTERS…

Kathy   May 14th, 2008 11:47 am ET

Why does Clinton supporters insist on saying that Clinton is winning in the popular vote? Obama was not on the ballot in michigan so that does not count! I find it funny that clinton never talks abou the fact in the beginning Clinton didn't care if florida and michigan were counted, she even agreed to it, but know all of the sudden it is Obama fault that they are not counted! Clinton just get out of the race so Democrats can unite!!!!!

obama 08!!!!

SB   May 14th, 2008 11:47 am ET

Why are Hillary supporters so bitter? Obama is a great and inspiring candidate. I just don't understand.

AS for the superdelegate endorsements. I think we can expect the party elders to coalesce behind Obama the more Hillary divides the party…

James from Boston   May 14th, 2008 11:47 am ET

Ever notice how Terry McAuliffe doesn't even mention Oregon? With these guys it's all about their omissions. They say she wins white blue-collar folk, then why did she lose the primaries in Minnesota and Wisconsin? Oregon is a white state too and he'll win that primary….so it's not just caucus states and those with large African-American populations. Oh, and lest they forget, Puerto Rico isn't a state, unless I missed something.

Mike in Columbus   May 14th, 2008 11:47 am ET

to Hillary or McCain

Pathetic! The last line of you post defines you… enough said!

Pat Durham   May 14th, 2008 11:47 am ET

Obama holds a big lead with little experience. Hillary or McCain will get my vote depending on the Democratic choice. Wake up Superdeligates!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Nando, Florida   May 14th, 2008 11:47 am ET

THEN TTHE MORNING COMES AND REALITY SITS IN SHE IS STILL 25MILLION DOLLARS IN DEBT AND SHE ALSO HAS NO WAY TO CATCH HIM. ALSO LAST NIGHT DONNA BRAZILLE SAID THE MEDIA IS WELCOME TO ATTEND THE MEETING ON THE 31ST TO HEAR THE ARGUMENTS ON FL AND MI SO AMERICA CAN SEE WHEN THE SUPERS TELL HILLARY AND THE MERRY MEN TO TURN IN THERE PHONE LISTS TO OBAMA THIS CIRCUS IS OVER.

Desmond Sequeira   May 14th, 2008 11:47 am ET

Respectfully, from an "outsider":

On every count, from Integrity to electibility, it should be clear that OBAMA is by far the best leader the USA can have.

Democrats and US citizens can be true to the solid principles and spirit of their party and nation by maintaining their own integrity and voting for OBAMA now and in November

Fran   May 14th, 2008 11:46 am ET

Go Hillary!!!!!!!! Go Hillary!!!

And while you are at it……go out the door and then get into your jet and just keep going!!!!!

It's over!!!!!! OBAMA 08

kishon OUT WITH THE RACIST CARD!   May 14th, 2008 11:46 am ET

Yea!!!!! for the super delegates, Hillary needs to get out of the race , she has clearly shown her true colors by dividing the country with her
racist remarks coded into every speach she makes (White blue collard workers) (White older woman) (white low income) please Hillary stop being racist you and your still want to be president husband need to step aside for the new wave presidential canidate
BARACK OBAMA, he will be the only canidate tha can defeat Mccain
as you can see if she is behind in states and delegates and super-d
you tell me who has the math wrong, plus he is popular around the world except to those who chooses to be racist, GOOG BYE HILLARY!
Hello to all the real people in America who is color blind and want whats new and right for our country i love all of you, red and yellow ,black and white "WE ARE ALL PRECIOUS IN HIS SIGHT" JESUS LOVE THE LITTLE CHILDREN OF THE WORLD!!!!!

World Angel   May 14th, 2008 11:46 am ET

Please, please, please tell me why you all think OBAMA is the BEST CANDIDATE for PRESIDENT. I've been searching and asking for help with this and noboby will respond. I see criticism of the other Candidates regarding their plans and their proposals as to what action they'll take if they become President but nothing of OBAMA's plans.

This reminds me of how those "TERRIOST" came to the US, went to school, became educated, learned all the rules, became the best PILOTS to fly a plane, and then, BOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOMMMM!!! 911 DIASTER.

dave   May 14th, 2008 11:46 am ET

Obama has now been blown out in West Virginia, Pennsylvania, Ohio, (and trials Hillary and McCain badly in Florida) - All swing states, and all states that Clinton has now