Wait..I thought Obama was for CHANGE??? How is he CHANGE?

Will Obama denounce this endorsement because Sen Byrd is as old as dirt and therefore couldn't possibly put together a coherent thought?

All aboard the Obama train. Choo-choo.

Thank you Senator Byrd.

i don't know how i feel about this. i guess it's never too late to change though. ok welcome aboard

The world is, indeed, changing.

In my humble opinion, this endorsement is HUGE. Thank you Senator Byrd!

add up one more superdelegate for Obama…

"You can declare yourself anything, but if you don't have the votes, it doesn't matter," Clinton said Monday

YOU LOST IT, HILLARY… READ YOUR OWN BLATHERINGS, SHUT UP, AND GO AWAY!!!

that's all I can say is WOW!!!

way to go Senator Byrd!!!

This endorsement is even bigger than, that of John Edwards because of the sybolism!

Omg. a dem endorsing the expected dem nominee. What a surprise.

Wow, that is mighty big considering his past. The face of America is changing as we speak. I think if Obama is elected race relations in America would improve tremendously.

Don't vote the way your constituents want, no no vote in favor of where you can get power from. Corrupt to the core, that's Byrd for you. But what else would you expect from the longest standing senator?

Any questions?

SIGNED! SEALED!! DELIVERED!! IT'S DONE!!

A former Klansman from West Virginia is supporting Obama.

Now, ENOUGH about race!!

Thank You Sir….

HOLA!

Byrd is senile and all one has to do is listen to him for a few minutes on the Senate Floor.
Jack C
Oregon

Way to go Sen. Byrd. It's getting better every day.

Hey, I may not like his past decisions, but that goes to show you that people can change! Great news!!!!!

Obama 2008-2012!!!!!!

Obama said an Oregon we shouldn't be driving our SUVs or eating a lot! What type of government are we going to have?

That's too bad!

HIllary 08

What guts! Waits until the voters of his state chooses. What are super delegates? Might as well get rid of them and let the people choose.

It's never too late Senator. Thank you for the endorsement!

Obama 08!

Cut the bull… both HILLARY & Obama are good candidates…..

I cannot believe these senators are blind enough to see that an Intern can rule this country in chaos! Poor judgement on his part!

Elect a strong & experienced candidate, who won all the big blue states & swing states—- HILLARY CLINTON!

WOW, is all I can say. I am very impressed.

Wow! Wow! Wow! This is a historical endorsement! I'm so proud of Sen. Byrd! Wow! Wow! Wow!

Thanks….we need to unite this country.

Sen. Bryd has been in failing health but his spirit has been healed. Change is always inevitable when one recognizes there is nothing constructive in hate. God Bless America.

That's what I call following one's consituents! WV does not want Obama if you didn't hear the news, get a new hearing aid!

IT IS TIME! By tomorrow May 20th, Obama will be on the quick track to become the Democratic nominee! After May 20th, superdelegates are going to flock to Obama at a rate of 25 to 30 per week so by the time May 31st (Democratic Party Rules and By-laws meet on Florida & Michigan) and June 1st primary in Puerto Rico (which can't vote in the general election), Obama will have 2026 TOTAL DELEGATES by May 30th!

Shows what he knows compared to Geraldine Ferraro and rest of his electorate. Hmm … Why is it that Hillary just can't seem to get endorsements these days? Maybe because she's already lost! Please go to Hillarystock. com and see the falling prices!!! Get your shares while they are low and hot!

This endorsement means more than additional support for Obama. It means that this country is finally moving forward.

CNN
please update all obamas indorcements from the week end
just because hill did not get them don't need to neglect your job

PLEASE

Yes!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Seems like Super Delegates have no regard for the way the people of their state votes, what happened to the theory that the super delegates should reflect the will of the people.

This whole delegate process is just a sham. They want to be on the winning side and since everyone in the media, and the party has picked Obama I guess that is the will of the sheep.

Obama just wants to be on the fast track and everyone else wants to not miss the train.

Obama supporters ,

Can you name one thing Obama has done for America, good or bad.

I can list many things McCain has done which are grate things. To be truthful i can name a couple of bad things to but that is true of any political figure.

WELCOME BYRD!!

I will not vote for him ~ I wil for for John Mc Cain 2008 !!!
Go Ferraro !

Now, what arguement does HRC have?
Democrats unite '08

Wow this is HUGE! Someone from West Virginia, an old KKK leader or something it said? Wholy cow…I'm glad he has changed, that's very symbolic.

This is a very important endorsement. Byrd is beloved in West Virginia and his endorsement not only bodes well for Obama doing well in the General in West Virginia but certainly shows the thinking of the superdelegates.
No late primary win will not convince most superdelegates. Considering the outcome of the WV primary, Byrd's decision shows how Obama has impressed those who have had a chance to observe political leaders close up over the years.

Now THAT is change!

Obama 08

AHH the words of wisdom and experience. Thank you Mr. Byrd

He probably doesn't like the fact that Hillary tried to portray W VA as racist and is clearly making a statement about unifying the country. All of her dirty tricks are backfiring on her. She's not done yet though. She will try to steal the nomination through Puerto Rico, Michigan and Florida and claim popular vote.

We can and we will be in office in January with support like this. Thank you Byrd

CNN is soooo slow with their news. If you guys stop focusing on non-issues then maybe you will be #1 in news.

Now this is a man that is loyal to his party! I just wish everyone could just stand behind the true nominee and stop all of this division. There is only one America, not Black America, White America or Gender America.

Democrats '08

someone commented that Byrd has part-timers, but i would ask them to read that moving statement…kudos to whomever wrote it!!!

Hillary for Obama!! 08

Wow to see a former member of the KKK support a black candidate that was blown away in his state….man…that's HUGE!!!

Obama/Bloomberg 08

He's been around and he isn't easily fooled, no wonder he chose Obama over Clinton. By the way how are you more electable when you're losing?

Look, these Hillary's supporters are nasty even to this extremely respectable man. How this woman is allowed to cheat whole party by different ways including now popular votes. DNC, do something as soon as possible until the damage will become worse.
It seems that only she wants now - her money back by any way.

Hillary.com… Hillary.com… Hillary.com… SOS…SOS…SOS.

Given Byrd's past, it would have been huge for him to cast a vote for either one of our Democratic candidates. That being said, people are able to learn from their past and I welcome his support to Barack's candidacy!!!

…and the world continues careening off its axis…

Okay…I endorse Hillary…SOMEBODY HAS TO! HA HA HA

Yeah, why are all these people surprised? It's easy to endorse the front-runner once he becomes the front-runner….not exactly a comment on either candidate!

OH!! Sen. Byrd! God bless you soul! As a former WViginian, I applaud your integrity. I don't care whether u were a former clansman, all I know, is that ur not a clansman now,a nd your endorsement of the young Sen. Obama is HUGE! Thank you vey much.

J how is he corrupt, he's 90 years old! What do you think he has to gain?? He's 90 YEARS OLD, he could have retired long ago…he actually seems to care about younger people being in a war that should not have been waged…

The idea that no one can attack his spouse, is absurd…His campaign has been attacking Bill Clintion since January..Sounds like a double standard..As for me voting for him, I won't give him a sympathy vote, He will have to earn my respect and support, an so far he hasn't…I will vote Hillary or I won't vote at all…I do not like the double talk coming from him(Barack).

susie:

Has it ever occurred to you that we SHOULDN'T be driving too many SUV's or eating too much? Even an idiot like Bush agrees with that.

In fact, Bush is going to start a program called "No Child With A Fat Behind!"

Clinton Fanatics ( not all of you just the ignorant ones) Talking crap about everyone who endorses Obama is tiresome and predictable. Please grow up and learn to relax. Thinking EVERYONE BUT you understands somthing or GETS IT is a sure sign of mental problems.

Every time someone endorses Obama … you haters always have something negative to say about the person …
I'm sure if he endorsed Hilary you all would have been singing a different tune ….

sad & pathetic ….

Way to go Sen Byrd. We can show the world and CNN that race is not an issue but is being made an issue by media to keep the racial devide amongst Dems. We need to unit behind Sen Obama and make sure we do not give any chance to republicans to manipulate the truth.

Talk about bridging differences. Welcome aboard Sen. Byrd.

Obama '08

Pure Political Poetry. I love it.

Go Obama '08….

I am an independent. I thought CNN is not biased in political coverage. But why is it this time CNN is more biased towards Clinton and tries to downplay obama or mc cain events. I wish atleast one network like CNN delivers the right news.

And the sheep, they keep on following.

Other endorsements not well reported:

Over the weekend, Obama picked up six superdelegates to Clinton’s three. Obama: Maryland's Greg Pecoraro; Kansas add-on Lt. Governor Mark Parkinson, Colorado add-on Federico Pena, Washington State Dem Party chairman Dwight Pelz, and two California add-ons — land developer William Quay Hays and California fire fighters president Lou Paulson.

Further, he also picked up the endorsement of former Edwards delegate, Robert Groce and gained a new delegate at the Nevada DNC this weekend. Comments?

Good news for our county,thank Sen. Byrd.

Senator Byrd's endorsement means, "He is taking the train to Happy Town, Hoot…..Hoot……Hoot.

susie, what planet are you on ??

Welcome on board Senator Robert Byrd, a great move for USA, Thanks

Senator Byrd endorsed Obama? That is a SHOCK! He is from West Virginia who citizens overwhelmingly voted for Clinton. Wow, this is big. Senator Byrd is definitaley brave. Maybe he doesn't care about being reelected because of his age. Therefore, his endorsement of Obama is absolutely personal rather than political and stands on it's own merits. Hillary is just sliding down fast, and it doesn't look like she going to be able to break her slide.

"I believe that Barack Obama is a shining young statesman, who possesses the personal temperament and courage necessary to extricate our country from this costly misadventure in Iraq, and to lead our nation at this challenging time in history"

"Barack Obama is a noble-hearted patriot and humble Christian, and he has my full faith and support."

Well said, Sen. Byrd!

Bigger news is that Warren Buffet is endorsing Obama….so much for McCain's foreign policy.

Before you all start ypour disparing remarks about Byrd…he is one of 23 Senators that voted against the war in Iraq!!

Three superdelegates today so far!!

Keep them coming Clinton is getting more negitve! Stating that only finacially well to do people are voting for Obama is appalling and a lie. I was at the rally of 75,000 in Portland and we are not all well to do! I was at the caucus in Everett Wa, and we were not all higher income bracet folks. Some undoubtedly are but SO WHAT. Do their vote count for less. Since when were only low-income people in need of a great President? By the way the vast majority at both these venues were white. I am 55 and white. Clinton is acting DIS-Gracefull.

Wow. Congrats!

Sen. Robert Boyd,

Thank you so much for this endorsement. Folks I am sure that Sen. Byrd, never thought that in his lifetime, he would have the awesome opportunity to endorse a half African American for the Presidency of the United States Of America. What an awesome responsibility!!

Sen. Byrd is 90 years young, I think Sen. Obama must feel so Proud and absolutely privileged to have this Senator's endorsement, as well as that of Sen. Ted Kennedy! Endorsements like these really says something about the belief, that the older generation is not open to change.

Sen. Kennedy,

Please get well soon. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Too late old man……where the hell were you when we needed you!
Congratulation Obama, we are almost home!

Our President Obama 08’ & 12’

THE HANDWRITING IS ON THE WALL….

OBAMA…WINS!

Oh wow! Thats great, and I think our world is actually changing or at least a select few of people are.. but I will take it.

CNN - why not put the latest questions on top - so that people will know that they are there instead of having to go through all of them? Just a suggestion.

Obama must have promised to make West Virginia a State. The people of West Virginia choose Clinton but this idiot picks Obama. What a slap to the hard working individuals. This shows us one thing, people born with gold spoons in their mouth run with others of the same. Obama hasn't worked a day in his life. God Bless this Country if this idiot is elected.

Wow! — dude was a former Klansman. I don't even know what to say. Should Obama denounce his endorsement? Well, Obama could forgive him because everybody deserves a second chance. As a African-American, I'm kind of in the middle on this endorsement.

Join the team Mr Bryd!

To all of you Billary fans who keep saying they will vote for McCain, that is your legal right, but when the economy crashes, gas at 6.00gal, and no end to a suspect war you will have only yourselves to blame.

To you who wont vote for an african american, well why arent we shocked, you have been hiding your racist views in your closet since the 60's and being that its a new day and new time, you too will be put out to the pastior. There is no color, god loves all and wants all to be treated with kindness and respect, we are HUMAN beings first, last would be your prejudices in which you and you alone will have to meet your maker and explain, yet i dont think he will open the golden gates for you!

When you let fear rule your thoughts and judgement be it your racist views or whatever, then love will never truly touch your souls!!!!!

Obama said an Oregon we shouldn't be driving our SUVs or eating a lot! What type of government are we going to have?=We need save same for raring day that kind government we will have idiot.

I can`t believe that all of you Obama supporters can`t see the forest for the trees. You will fall for any slick tonque nomatter what his or her underlying objectives might be, I am beginning that you would vote for Lucifer himself, he is also a very slick talker. There is only one choice for America John McCain.

Wise patriot ! Thank you and God will continue to bless you and your family.

Wow! From the Klan to Keeping it Real! A great day for the democratic party indeed. OBAMA 208
—Now Senator Byrd- That us "Change you can believe in!"

Chris:

how is he change?! He was in the KKK and is endorsing an African American for president of the US–if you can't see the change then you are as blind as hillary…

GO Hillary!!!!!!

OBAMA WILL NEVER< NEVER GET MY VOTE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

This is serious news. Anyone who knows anything about the civil rights struggle truly understands the importance of this vote of confidence. Thank you Senator Byrd.

Well, who knew people would learn their lesson, huh? You see, when the Civil War happened, everybody learned their lesson………actually, they learn their lesson 100 years later……..actually, I think they learn their lesson, LOL!!!!

Chris…

Just so you know, change has nothing to do with age. Its about action and changing how things are done. I believe that Americans of all ages are ready for change.

Why did he endose him before West Viginia primary, tell the rascist people of his state to denounced their racist beleive as he did. I just hope this bigots would not vote for Mccain in novermber.

thank u for putting ur support to obama,GOD wil bless u.

And you guys say McCain's Too old - Byrd is ancient. I have five dollars that says he wont make it to the convention to put his vote in.

thank you sir!!!!

Wasn't he the Democratic Senator that was also a KKK member?

Sen Byrd has accepted and appologized for his ways of the past. He has embraced the world and the need to change the way the world views it's self. He realizes there is a need for a serious change in the way the U.S. conducts it;'s self internationally thus endorsing the only one he believes can lead this country into the next century safely and with out endangering the American People or the World. He may be old, and in need of retirement, but he does represent the ways of the old and the realization that those ways will no longer work for in this country. That is one very big endorsement.

pathetic

Going against WV voters
Best of luck
We are the voters, We will decide who is our president in November

That was very well put, Senator Byrd!

Hopefully all the ignorant racists in West Virginia can someday learn from his example and change their ways.

The more, the merrier!!! Keep them coming.
Good Luck Mr. Obama and may God Bless you and your family.

And he is carrying his constituants' will?!!
This shows how polititains disrespect the votes and desire of those who are supposed to represent.
Shameful!

Barack is pulling off the con of the century, and you're letting him.

Do any of BO's supporters actually think for themselves, or have you, as it appears, just been mesmerized by an extremely smooth talker.

Wake up! You're about to put the country in the hands of someone who's not ready for such a huge job. I fail to see how black skin will help this guy deal with Iraq, the economy, etc.

And the "change" mantra? It's as if BO's gotten ahold of a "How to Get Elected" for Dummies book and is going chapter by chapter–only he's not the dummy.

This is true confirmation that Barack Obama can and will make a change that will unify people of all kinds in this country.

Susie: Stupid–go back and read the transcript!!!! THis is a great, grand indorsement. Barack had the largest political ralley in history!!! Wake up people!!! THe Nation wants a change!!!! And the republicans are scared to death of him!!! I read everything I can that McCain says and not much makes sense. I used to be a republican–14 years a republican judge. It no longer is the party of Goldwater or Eisenhower! What a shame. Both men today would be democrats. Listen to Stephanie Miller some time on the radio–her father was Goldwaters running mate. The republican party has been captured by rich, greedy corporations who care little for the people who work for them–Bush/McCain are the same!!!!

Wow! It took courage on Senator Byrd's part to endorse Obama. It is clear that not everyone is afraid of change. It is time for us to let go of our fears of other people and race and accept them for who and what they are. Obama is a good candidate. He should be given his due respect for running a solid campaign and restoring hope in America.

What happened to voting for the candidate who won in your state, superdelegates?? Hypocrites - all of you!

Democrats must unite to convince they can convert Republicans into Obamacans.

Thank you!!!

Obama 08/12!!

WOW, WOW, WOW that is Huge!

CHANGE (the fierce urgency of now!!!)

WOW!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Wow!! This is a big one. Byrd has incredible influence in Congress. Much more relevant than Geraldine Ferrero.

Thank you Senator Byrd. I hope this will send a message to the many Clinton Supporters in West Virginia that don't feel Senator Obama will fail them as President of the United States. I respect the wisdom and change your life represents as well.

He really understands the statesman issue!

PARTY FIRST, PERSONALLITIES SECOND…..

Umm Chris,
you ask how this represents "change"? Byrd once HATED black people and now he's endorsing Obama! How do you not see change in that?

No sympathy vote for Obama….Wake up people……..

i can honestly say, for the first time in my adult life, i'm proud to be an american - © me

the symbolism of this endorsement is HUGE

go figure, not only is he spineless. but now he is endorsed by the KKK. Explain that one to your black brothers and sistas. Nobama you're a joke. And a bad one at that.

Change is a great thing! I believe in America and Americans. If this Statesman can see and accept change, so can I.

This endorsement is even bigger than, that of John Edwards because of the sybolism!
The face of America is changing as we speak. I think if Obama is elected race relations in America would improve tremendously.

Hillary's supporters will not "shut up and go away". We will be more than heard come November. We do not "owe" the democratic a thing. We are not "afraid" to vote for McCain so stop trying your scare tatics about war in Iraq and the men and women who are fighting there. Obama will not get them out any faster than anyone else can. We will do our best to keep Obama out of the White House.

He will never win over Hillary's voters - at least not the ones who know better - and is a lot!!

HILLARY FOR PRESIDENT

the delegates ple up for Obama wednesday morning we will have our nominee

Even after last week's win for Hillary, she couldn't even get the senior senator from WV. We're past the point of knowing who the democratic nominee will be, it is heartwarming to see something like this that could lead to so much change in WV and the entire USA.

better late than never, welcome on board

You all know as well as I, this single W-VA superdelegate for Obama absolutely eliminates all other W-VA voters for Hillary! CNN let's take of poll of those W-VA'ers you polled last week who said they would not vote for Obama. Ask them "How do they like him (Obama) now?" and see what the poll results give you on that!!!

IT'S AMAZING HOW THIS NATION IS CHANGING EVERY SINGLE DAY. OBAMA IS THE MAN, AS THIS PRIMARY SEASON COMES TO AN END, OBAMA WILL BE DECLARED THE WINNER. IM SO HAPPY TO BE AN AMERICAN. IF OBAMA WINS THE GENERAL ELECTION THIS WILL SEND A HUGE MESSAGE TO THE REST OF THE WORLD. AMERICA, SUCH A YOUNG COUNTRY HAS GROWN DRAMATICALLY OVER IT'S YEARS! GO OBAMA GO!

billary

G O HOMMMMEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE!!!

That is truly remarkable…only God has the power to CHANGE people thru other individuals such as Barack Obama.

Thank you Sssenator Byrd for your continued support of the truly remarkable young man Barack Obama.

Change is coming for the good of our country…for my kids and your kids and future grandchildren. Thanks Be To God!

Obama 2008

This isn't change….these old coots KNOW that they will be able to walk all over Obama. THAT is the ONLY reason they are backing him. They KNOW they could never walk over McCain or Clinton. Obama will be their doormat. Heck…he already is!

Obama's supporters (that aren't in Washington) are truly uneducated and naive.

convention is a long time to goo for him and kennedy , will see

Americans of all ages are ready for change… Meaning a new way of taking care of business. One that improves the healthcare system, improves the economy, makes college affordable, revamps our educational system, works towards peace before war, one that really takes care of its people.

Are not 'superdelegates' supposed to vote the way their state voted; least that's what a number of them did when they went from Hillary to O-BA-MA!

BREAKING POLITICAL NEWS!:

Another superdelegate, Kansas Democratic Party Chair Larry Gates, endorses Obama.

Obama has picked up 3 superdelegates, thus far, today! Obama is 110 total delegates from clinching the Democratic nomination!

……guess you won't be getting reelected for the next term considering your state OVERWHELMINGLY voted for Hillary. What a way to turn your back on your own people.

ANOTHER DEMOCRAT CAVED!

So goes the White House……….AGAIN!

Voting is not over folks. Superd elegates should being doing anything until all the votes in all of the states are counted.

Why would a super delagate goes agains the will of his voters?

Seems Mr. Rockefeller should be changing his vote to match the electorate of his state. Isn't this a democracy??

LOL…
I'm surprise he didn't say McCain was to old to be POTUS.

Just another follower, not a leader. Go ahead, jump on the Obama bandwagon as it drives America straight over the cliff!! I guess it's too much to ask these people to have their own opinions obviously. Obama is not experienced or strong enough to lead this country and I will not vote for him even though I am a Dem. Go Hillary!! It ain't over yet…

Wow the stupidelagates have no respect on what the voters want in their states how undemocratic.

Maybe it's the Obama Kool-Aid Byrd's drinking. Just forget about the voters of your state so you can feel better before you kill over. He used to be a leader of the KKK. Byrd is praying to god not to send him to hell for his past.

Democrats watch out for people who say that they will vote for McCain if Hillary isn't the nominee. A lot of them were Republicans from the start trying to help Bush Jr out in the general election. True Hillary Supporters don't fall for it!!!!!! Vote Democrat!!!! We can't afford 4 more years of Bush!!!!!

Wasn't Byrd an ex-Klan member? And now he's supporting a black man for president?

I'm impressed!

p Coleman — "Fast track"? What exactly is "fast" about a primary that's gone on for 15 months?

And keep in mind it was Hillary who was the first to say superdelegates should vote their conscience and not necessarily follow the will of their states. They're just taking her advice.

That is wonderful. I have great respect for Senator Byrd because of his solid opposition to Iraq invation and his Christian faith. Thank you Senator for your support of the only candidate who would end the war.
God bless you. He knows well that Hillary is dishonest when she says that she would end the war. She has, is and will be for occupation of Iraq and will even advocate for more wars.

Thank you sir and welcome!

Thank you for searching your heart and soul!

Go Bam!

What a repentant man, please judge Byrd no more of his past, we all have sinned before now……..welcome aboard to the real world Sen. Byrd.

Anthony from Dallas.

If Byrd would allow it (which I doubt), Obama could trumpet this as the epitome of change. Byrd used to be a Klansmen; now, he's supporting a black man for President. If that's not change, I don't know WHAT is.

When did loyalty to one's political party become the ultimate good?

Americans for Mccain '08

I thought this guy does not count anymore.

I heard he was a KKK. This is a good addtion with Ayers, and Pastor Wright.

I still vote for Hillary.

Byrd is just part of the DNC that wants to do the Libberman job on Hillary.

Hillary go independent and see how the DNC like that.

Blees you Sen. Byrd. We need all the politicians to support En. Obama if we are ever going to get our people home!
Obam 08

My prayer is that the world will see the real issue, and that is people are hurting! People can't enjoy life, for they must worry about the situations that they now find themselves. I often wonder when will we stop with the name calling and the stupid comments regarding race. People are sending in their 5, 10, 50 dollars to help people who has everything all because they really want change. I would hope that Hillary and Obama note this, and maybe they will change their behavior and start working to make things better. I wish things could be better for me, for because of the situations and challenges of life I am thinking of ending mine. I pray that the people that are really out here working and trying, that things get better for them. Life is hard…I just wanted a job.

To all you old fools that scream you are not voting for Obama, get out of the Democratic Party. You are the ones who destroyed everything for the youth of today. It is our generation that we have to deal with your mess. The X generation is supporting Senator Obama. So, shut the hell up!!

BIGGER NEWS: Warren Buffet has just endorsed Barack Obama.!!! So much for McCain's speech on the economy..

also two other superdelegates today plus Byrd….CNN needs to update their delegate count!!

Americans of all ages are ready for change… Meaning a new way of taking care of business. One that improves the healthcare system, improves the economy, makes college affordable, revamps our educational system, ends the educational gap, works towards peace before war, takes care of its veterans….In other words, one that really takes care of its people.

It's clear now that any one who is opposed to BHO is a racist.

Thank You Sen. Byrd!

Mr. Byrd has changed his radical views (something alot of people know nothing about), OBAMA and his supporters are about CHANGE, so what's the problem? Let's welcome him with open arms…..welcome aboard the OBAMA train, Mr. Byrd.

OBAMA-08!

This is a big deal for Barack Obama considering Senator Byrd's past. He talks about Senator Byrd in his book. The nomination is getting closer. Go Barack! And for all of you fools who say you will vote for McCain if your nominee doesn't make it…please think twice before you do that. I'm a military wife and I know the military wants this senseless war to wrap up. Please look at the bigger picture. There is so much going on that is so much bigger than us. Don't be selfish like that!

ALL TOGETHER NOW (SINGING THE GLADYS KNIGHT SONG)

THE FRIENDSHIP TRAIN, SHAKE A HAND MAKE A FRIEND!

—The Obama 08/12 train has left the tracks…somebody grab Hillary! Ferraro can stay home…LOL

If I was HRC right now I'd be pretty upset. Actually…if I was from WV I'd be pretty upset too. HRC won WV by barrels of points (what was it…38?), yet BOTH senators have formally endorsed Obama.

While I'm thankful for any support BO gets, in accordance with the general attitude of things, shouldn't all Supers vote according to the primary vote?

This isn't me jumping ship to be an HRC supporter- not that she's a bad candidate at all, I just prefer BO - but I do think that Supers, especially senators, should vote according to the primary.

Think of it this way- it's like everyone in your family wanting Butter Pecan ice cream and your father, instead, ordering Strawberry because he wants to. Kind of unfair in my eyes…

I found many educated people and politicos come to Obama camp.

Is this a sign that is going to make the FIRST black president of USA?

BYRD has nothing to lose. Why not go along, get along? He won't survive another four years and just wants to see history made. Guess he didn't realize a WOMAN president would have been history too!

SEN.BYRD IS AN EXTRAORDINARY PERSON IN MY VIEW.

HERE IS A PERSON WHO GIVES HIS OWN ACTIONS & VIEWS

THOUGHT & REVIEW. MOST PEOPLE NO NOT, AS WITH THE

CLONTOS. SEN BYRD WILL GO DOWN IN HISTORY AS A

GREAT NOBLE AMERICAN. HE LEFT BIGOTRY BEHIND &

REPLACED IT WITH LOVE & RESPECT FOR HIS FELLOW

AMERICANS & HUMANITY AS A WHOLE.

WE WHOLE HEARTEDLY GIVE IT RIGHT BACK TO YOU SIR.

Okay all is forgiven. Now stop hating on Barack about his church ties. That was nothing compared to the KKK former member. I forgive him and all blacks forgive him. Now why can't those darn blue collar "WHITE" workers let the past be the past and stop this racism and throw their support on the winning candidate. It's ashame that those white folks are still living in the dark ages. Most of them are just hating on Obama because he did better than them and they had all the opportunities in the world and didn't take advantage of them. So when a black takes those opportunities and make it in life, the blue collar "WHITE" workers get mad and envy the black for it. TOO BAD!!!

This Country is heading to the right direction I know we still have people like Feraro, but the majority people of America are changing that is a good news for this great nation.

"Bigger news is that Warren Buffet is endorsing Obama….so much for McCain's foreign policy."

Warren Buffet? Are you sure? I absolutely loved his song, "Margaritaville!"

what happened to Obama saying the old politicians were terrible and he was going to go for new thinkers. HMMMM, lets see Kennedy is in his 70's and no shining example of a politician, and Byrd is 90. nd this is GOOD?????? Oh boy, funny how the old school politics are fine when they support you but terrible when they are undecided. His preacher/Mentor, was right, Obama is a politician just like all the rest and says & does what will get him elected.

Great News, Sort of makes you wonder why the two WV Senators would back the candidate that the vast majority of their state rejected. I think that shows that HRC is not much of a team player.

What ever happened to the "voice of your state"
Senator Bird is NO different from Senator Kennedy.
FYI-If the state voted for Obama and Hillary got the endorsement from the Superdelegates there would be a RIOT.
Sexism in the Senate is clearly seen!!

WAY TO GO SENATOR BYRD.

Now to all Americans - if you do not call this "change and hope" for our future, then you are way way out there. For Senator Byrd, a man whose very life as a younger man with the KKK, against '64 civil rights….. and now in 2008, he commends and has faith in Obama's ability, loyality to America to be our commander-in-chief.

God Bless you Senator Byrd, not for endorsing Obama, but for being a man of honor, a man who has come into the future with an open mind and a true Senator who has defended America and Americans always. My admiration for you has been a long-lasting and still admire you sir.

WELCOME ABORD SENATOR BYRD!! I am glad to see that you have turned away from your ugly past. I do however, feel sorry for you in a bid for re-election (if you decide to!). Unfortunately, 85% your consituency is still very blue collar, white and uneducated. 1 in 4 West Vigrinian's are on welfare — that makes for allot of nervous rednecks!!

JEN:

CNN/FOX NEWS - Separated at birth.

the great defender of constitution supports obama . thank you senator byrd

I think this is historic. A former KKK member endorsing a black man running for the highest position in the land.

To Greg in PA: You stated:

Obama supporters ,

Can you name one thing Obama has done for America, good or bad.

I can list many things McCain has done which are grate things. To be truthful i can name a couple of bad things to but that is true of any political figure.

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I can name several, like the moratorium on death penalties in Illinois, the children's health insurance program, legislation on several bills, including ethics reform, nuclear proliferation, and Indian reservations. He has worked across the aisle on multiple issues. The fact that he has a degree in International Relations is also of importance, especially considering the mess Bush, Cheney and the senile maverick McCain have gotten us into.

Oh, and BTW, it's "great" things, not "grate".

What about another super delegate DNC chair from Kansas for Obama. CNN way too slow or on purpose.

Obama bandwagoners do not forget that if the Democratic Primary was run the same way as the General Election or Republican Primary, it would be over and Hillary would be the nominee. This splitting states is ridicioulous and it will become relevant in the General Election.

If Obama would just stop blaming and start coming up with solutions his so called "Change" would make some sense. Obama's "Change" to Black Liberation Theology? No thanks, thats not the type of change America needs.

Go Hillary, if not Hillary Go McCain.

Senator Byrd, OLE, OLE, y OLE. as we says here in Spain.

As the holy BIBLE say .. You shall known the truth and the truth shall set you FREE.

Long LIFE to the USA, to the united nations and to the united poeple.

I can just see the Obama supporters now if Byrd had dared back Clinton. They would be saying that the only people who support her are racist biggots. Now that Byrd is backing Obama he has apparently bought his way into heaven. Disgusting people.

With Byrd being so close to meeting his maker, guess he is trying to make amends for wearing the robe and hood!

Who cares……….

I an NOT voting for OBAMA………..

And you know what….I don't care what you say about the no vote is a McCain vote.

Obama will not win anyway. There is no way a black man is going to be President before a woman……..

Geraldine is correct but of course coming from a woman you all say blah…..blah…….blah.

WOMAN POWER!

Obama bandwagoners do not forget that if the Democratic Primary was run the same way as the General Election or Republican Primary, it would be over and Hillary would be the nominee. This splitting states is ridicioulous and it will become relevant in the General Election.

If Obama would just stop blaming and start coming up with solutions his so called "Change" would make some sense. Obama's "Change" to Black Liberation Theology? No thanks, thats not the type of change America needs.

Go Hillary, if not Hillary Go McCain.

Just when you get discouraged from all the racist comments coming from these boards, its good to see that somebody has actually changed and is voting on merit verses race.

The funny thing is that I would respect the "KKK" version of Byrd more than some of the people who comment because atleast he outward with his beliefs vs. people who find ludicrous claims as an excuse (ex. elitist, sexist, etc.)

Sound like you just don't want to be called a racist again!!

That's the problem with this campaign - everyone wants to be politically correct.

You're a racist either way! Wouldn't surprise me one bit you endorse Obama.

It's funny that some Hillary supporters are telling superdelegates to vote for who they feel is the best candidate and then turn around and complain that this man voted contrary to his district. Which is is? Vote for the best candidate or vote with your district?

Wait a minute! You guys think McCain is too old to think straight .. but this guy isn't??!! Byrd is obviously senile if this is the decision he made.

Congrats to Obama. I am sure Hillary was hoping for this endorsement. given Byrd's high ranking status in the Senate. Obama now has both the Senators from W. Virginia. Great!!

Byrd not only learned to change his own views, he was the one voice heard worldwide standing against the US starting the Iraq war and for upholding the Constitution of the USA.
He never faltered, gave us hope and paved the way for Obama.

I will also vote for McCain. Hey Nobama supporters… show me what he has done for this country… anything…. I can also sing CHANGE mantra…. but there is nothing he can show which shows he loves this country… starting from the lepel controversy.

Byrd is this a statement directly from the KKK you used to LEAD… its disgusting your still a senator… now you endorse the token?

I think Senator Byrd is an honorable and gracious man. His compliments of Senator Obama are right on point

Thank you so much Senator!!!!

One more thing. To all you Americans who are disrespectful and have no vision of the American future - - I feel sorry for you. This is to you all including JUDY, J, JACK COLSON you are all so sad, sad, sad.

You need to join us Americans in this 2008 FUTURE

Wooooooooo…I didn't see this coming. I am speechless.

BUT I BELIEVE GOD IS ABLE TO CHANGE ANYONE.

Welcome….

Senator Byrd is bless with longevity.

God wants him to help America
change direction.

Way to go, Senator Byrd! I totally respect you and your judgment.

Perhaps this vote was cast out of guilt for pevious KKK involvement.

Who cares about Bryd's past. We are looking to the future. We welcome his thoughtful and important endorsement! Geraldine Ferraro is an old bitter bag. She is trying to weigh into the process but somebody needs to tell her that she is all washed up and her opinion doesn't count anymore!

Maybe he'll get to heaven after all.

High Praises to Senator Byrd for evolving and experiences a total change of heart. As some of the ignorant comments here show, many people still harbor hatred in their hearts! Please don't insult the man, commend him on having the character and courage to change.

O8ama!!!!!!

WE LOVE & RESPECT YOU SEN.BYRD.

YOU ARE A GREAT AMERICAN BY THE WAY YOU HAVE LED

YOUR LIFE. WE OLDSTERS DO NOT HAVE TO GET STUCK IN

THE SOMETIMES AWFUL PAST. THAT'S WHAT GOOD LEADERS

ARE SUPPOSED TO DO. WE ARE NOT ALWAYS RIGHT &

WHEN WE EXAMINE OUR SELVES & FIND WE ARE WRONG,

WE NEED THE COURAGE & DECENCY TO ADMIT WE ARE

WRONG & GET ON THE RIGHT PATH. KUDOS TO YOU.

this shows that west virginia is a very raciest state… even more than alabama and mississippi…… … but im glade he changed his life around…

Obama 08

It's nice to see that people can change for the better. Senator Byrd is a good example. I wish more Americans would follow Senator Byrd's example and denounce racial divide.

What an attention seeker!

What makes this endorsement speical is Senator Byrd has served his the longest serving elect official.

Wise men and woman learn from their mistakes they did in the past. So did Byrd and we should show respect for a guy who kept young in mind !

as Hillary said, " THE TIDE IS CHANGING"

lol..

GO BARACK GO !!!!

OBAMA 2008 / 2012

This is nothing but a senile old man. How dare he go against what he state voted. I hope they lynch this old guy or run him out of town on a rail.

I once had a great deal of respect for Senator Byrd. Apparently he has grown too old to understand that Obama lost his state by 41 points last week. So much for representing the beliefs and values of your constinuency. What a shame to democracy, Senator Byrd!

The superdelegates can keep jumping ship, but there are MANY Democrats like myself who will not vote for the ultra-liberal Obama in the general election. WE ARE REAL!!!!

What makes this endorsement special is that Senator Byrd is the longest serving elect official and is from West Virginia. Since both Senators from that state will work their constituency in November, it is great. He can gain ground in West Virginia. Great news!!!

i find it appaling the level of hate and gratuitous non-relevant insults. Take for example comment #2 by Judy.
I am also saddened to see that keeping your word makes you a fool (ie "Obama has himself to blame for taking his name of the Mich. ballot)

THANK YOU SENATOT BYRD.I STILL REMEMBER HIS SPEECH BEFORE THE SENATE VOTE ON IRAQ,HE SPOKE SO ELEQUENTLY,AND MADE A LOT OF SENSE.I AM PROUD TO HAVE HIM ENDORSE OBAMA,HE IS A VERY INTELLIGENT MAN.
THANKS SENATOR BYRD
FAY FROM VA

Thank you for the endorsement, Sen. Byrd! Your reverence for the Constitution has always been impressive to me, and your ability to admit past failings while growing ever-more wise speaks volumes.

God bless you, and thank you for your service…and your endorsement!

Jesus Christ can endorse Obama and I will still vote for McCain if
I don't have Hillary to vote for.

Oh wait, Obama believes he IS Jesus Christ!

John Portelli Albany, NY

Much is left to be done Senator.

God has sent you to change the nation.

Long live Senator.

To the person who said he wishes Byrd will die before the convention: Grow up! You must not know much about death, because if u did you wouldnt make statements like that!

I need Hillary to remain in the race to weaken Obama. I need the price of gas to go up. How are energy stock investors like myself supposed to make a buck if a Democrat wins? We need to convince poor voters that there is something in it for them ( A president who bowls and that they can have a drink with) for them to vote for McCain and make me rich

McCain '08

Wishing death on someone is uncalled for and downright evil.

MY HERO.

HERE IS A MAN WHOSE BODY MAY HAVE GOTTEN A BIT

TIRED BUT HIS HEART & MIND ARE AS NEW AS THEY

CAN BE. MUCH LOVE TO YOU SEN. BYRD.

I don't vote for someone simply because it's the "Koolaid" thing to do.

I'll either write in Hillary or vote for McCain because this is to elect President of the United States, NOT a popularity contest that will require little responsibility. Experience over empty rhetoric.

Hillary 08! Or McCain! NOBAMA!

susie,

i wonder how people can't understand even simple things. most of the American kids are suffereing from diabetes and everyone in america is feeing the pinch of gas prices….and you want to hate Obama because he said drive small cars and eat less? it lloks like you just want to hate Obama for any reason good or bad.

Great!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Even an old white dude can see the light!!!!!!!!