May 19, 2008
Posted: 02:33 PM ET

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 Ferraro is a supporter of Clinton's presidential campaign.
Ferraro is a supporter of Clinton's presidential campaign.

(CNN) — Geraldine Ferraro, the outspoken former Democratic vice presidential candidate and a supporter of Hillary Clinton's White House bid, told the New York Times she may not vote for Barack Obama should he be the party's nominee.

Ferraro, a former member of Clinton's finance committee who resigned that post earlier this year after making comments many viewed as racially offensive, also said she thinks the Illinois senator has been "terribly sexist" over the course of the presidential campaign.

The comments appear to underscore the potential difficulty Obama may have courting some women voters in the fall — many of whom have said they feel a solidarity with the New York senator over the barriers Clinton faces in her bid to become the first female president.

Ferraro has not shied away from discussing the impact of race and gender throughout the Democratic presidential campaign. In March, the former congresswoman told a California newspaper the chief reason Obama's candidacy was successful was because he was black.

"If Obama was a white man, he would not be in this position," she told The Daily Breeze. "And if he was a woman, he would not be in this position. He happens to be very lucky to be who he is. And the country is caught up in the concept."

Ferraro also said Clinton had been the victim of a "sexist media."

Obama later called those comments "ridiculous," and Clinton said she disagreed with them.

Ferraro maintained her comments were not racist, but ultimately resigned from the Clinton campaign after they caused an uproar.

"The Obama campaign is attacking me to hurt you. I won't let that happen," she wrote in her resignation letter to Clinton, adding, "I am who I am and I will continue to speak up."

Filed under: Barack Obama • Geraldine Ferraro • Hillary Clinton


joe   May 19th, 2008 12:57 pm ET

Hillary is not getting the nomination and those who would rather vote for McCain over Obama are probably Republicans at heart and voted for Bush in the last two elections.

Sly in Seattle   May 19th, 2008 12:57 pm ET

you women are pitiful

58 white old ladies for OBAMA   May 19th, 2008 12:56 pm ET

SO WE WERE A BIT HARSH. NOT

WE THINK OF THIS BIGOT AS MUCH AS WE DO OTHERS.

HAVING BIGOTS LIKE FERRSLIME ON BOARD THE DEMOCRATIC

PARTY MAKES IT HARD TO DIFFERENTIATE OUR SELVES FROM

THE THE REPUBLICANS. THROW HER BACK IN THE SLIME

PIT SHE CRAWLED OUT OF.

Anyone but Obama   May 19th, 2008 12:56 pm ET

Boy, some of you just don't get it. A vote against Obama or any other Democrat isn't necessarily a vote against the Democratic Party. If Hitler had been a Democrat in the U.S., would it have been a bad decision to vote Republican? Voting for Obama would be like voting for a Louis Farrakhan wanna be. Sorry, but my Democrat vote isn't going there.

Jason   May 19th, 2008 12:56 pm ET

Hillary has again released Ferraro to inject venom into the Democratic party hoping to ruin Barack's chances so that she will run again in 2012.
But we, Obama's supporters are waiting for her in 2012. But senate and any other contests will be beyond Hillary's reach.

Karma, maybe she does not know what it means.

Crush Rush   May 19th, 2008 12:56 pm ET

Republicans are starting to suffacate in the stench they made for years.Its like watching Lions take down an aged Elephant.

Carol   May 19th, 2008 12:56 pm ET

Geraldine, you are a bitter, angry woman and sexist person yourself. I could care a less about your hypocritical comment. You blame and accuse the medica, Obamas supporters and Obama himself as being sexist, however your remarks and actions over the years speak mountains to the sexist views you have of everyone who does not agree with you.

Obamas comment calling someone sweetie makes him sexist. Well as a parent, I call people sweetie and hun left and right. I guess that makes me sexist in your eyes?

You might want to look up the meaning of sexist. You will find there are key elements missing in somebody just calling someone sweetie before it's sexist.

The Realist   May 19th, 2008 12:56 pm ET

To all the WOMEN out there, especially the HRC supporters that won't vote for Obama in the fall! I encourage you to stay home or vote for McCain and see what impact your decision to throw out LOGIC will have on the lives of your daughters a grand daughters. The next president will most likely be able to appoint 1 or 2 judges to the supreme court and McCain has already stated he would appoint some good ol' conservatives! We are getting closer to seeing Roe vs Wade being overturn. So with the help of you guys or should I say "gals" we can finally make abortion illegal in this country!! After all, it just won't be right to vote for anyone but Hillary for she was preordained to be president

msims   May 19th, 2008 12:56 pm ET

For the democratic women who will not support Obama and blame the media for being sexist.

The media may be sexist, but they did not run Senator Clinton's campaign. She has had every advantage in her bid for President.

1. The Clinton name
2. Huge amount of the democratic hierarchy support
3. President Clinton
4. Money
5. Polls all in her favor

Face it! Her campaign blew it! Most reasonable people can see that she needed to fire Mark Penn, Terry Mac.

So please just get over it. Hillary has no one to blame but her self and her campaign staff.

kees   May 19th, 2008 12:56 pm ET

Following your election 2008 I’ am starting to think The great USA is looking like a third World country, openly telling lies, abusing and accusing one and other. Counting seems to be a problem, what are computers for? Many people write with hate in their hearts, there are those who still blatantly discriminate and don’t want an black or a female as their president, disowning their own Party and vote for the opposition because their party’s fairly chosen candidate is either black or a woman, where I think you as an American should be proud to have the first black or female president in your history and show the world what it means to live in the land of freedom, the land of sugar and honey. Instead we see a country that starts wars, is nearly bankrupt does not have a decent healthcare system, corruption and we could go on But they still want to be the leading power in this world, they still dare to judge other country’s.
I would say get your own backyard in order, Vote without spite for the party you believe in and turn your country back in what it should be, one that others can look up to and use as an example.
DARE TO CARE from within, for yours and others
Go for the change and future, good luck.
Citizen of this world.

Beth   May 19th, 2008 12:56 pm ET

Good for her! That's my plan too.

It isn't bitterness BTW. I am an independent and couldn't care less about party unity. I prefer Clinton to McCain, but McCain to Obama. Issues are important but so is believing the candidate is qualified for the job. Substitute any first-term Senator and I would feel the same. His arrogance and yes DIVISIVENESS has just made me all the *more* determined that he has done nothing to deserve my vote. Sorry but I refuse to be a lemming.

If he is so determined to help americans, why did he not even warm his senate seat before running for President? And what exactly did he actually ACCOMPLISH in Illinois that makes him think he can vault from that to the highest office? Did he transform Chicago politics? Not so much. Then…

Take a look at his actual US Senate career– what has he actually DONE? Not much of substance.

I've done lots of community volunteering. I would have voted against the war, I think the government needs a lot of work. According to this campaign, I think I'm qualified. I'll shoot for 2016 and start looking for a suitable runningmate. Now to find a vapid slogan……

Skepticus   May 19th, 2008 12:56 pm ET

Ms. Ferraro is a blunt, honest woman who "tells it like it is" and some people don't care for that. Mostly Obama supporters, those mindless zombies who cannot even explain why they like the Pretender to the Throne. "Change" is easy to promise but very difficult to deliver. Obama is a racist and a liar who wasn't even black until he chose to be during his high school years. I do not want a President who was ever a member of the Congressional Black Caucus, a very racist organization. Geraldine did not go far enough in denouncing this poser.

Heather Seattle, Wa   May 19th, 2008 12:56 pm ET

As a white woman I have been told that it's my duty to vote for my "sister", how dare I betray her by voting for a man? I have receive nasty grams from NOW, the HRC campaign, Emily's List, about my obligation to HRC because we share similar biology. A true feminist would tell me to do exactly as I have done…..educate MYSELF on the candidates, make MY OWN decision, exercise MY right to vote. If anyone is sexist, it's the Clinton supporters who do not trust us lowly women to make an informed decision. The angry rhetoric comes from them aimed at anyone, male (they hate strong women), women (traitors!), black people (you owe the Clintons), educated people (activists!)…..the only people and ideas that seem to have any worth in this election are their own.
I am a white woman, I voted for Obama. Not because I hate Clinton or dare to betray her, but because his ideas align better with mine. Why is it so hard to believe that this is possible?

Left Coast Mike, Laguna Niguel, CA   May 19th, 2008 12:56 pm ET

Here we go again. All those repubublinik Ann Couler wannabees post here as "Hillary" supporters and say they are not going to vote for Obama if he gets the nomination. Of course you won't. We don't care. You're staying home and watching Fox News that day, just like evry other day of your life has been so you found a "Jesus" that fit right in with your political point of view. By all means, stay home. Those of us who believe in this Nation more than the King James version of the Bible will be voting that day ….. in numbers the world has never seen before …. million upon millions of us. And the rest of you, please stay home and be angry. It's what you do best.

Greg Pa   May 19th, 2008 12:56 pm ET

B Black ,

Are you raciest? Do you hate white people?

I can't believe CNN let you post.

Swalker327   May 19th, 2008 12:56 pm ET

Ms. Ferraro is so bitter its obvious that needs what she doesn't have — a piece of the male organ !!!

joeparadis   May 19th, 2008 12:56 pm ET

It is too bad that the primary is coming to an end. The subjects of sexism and racism are just now being discussed in a serious way. The American public is now on to the race-baiting and has had time to take stock of what is real and what is not. I once thought both Mr. Obama and Mrs. Clinton were fine candidates. Now I have a real concern about Mr. Obama's substance and am increasingly disturbed by his mindless, destroy-all supporters.

Tony Smith   May 19th, 2008 12:55 pm ET

My question to everyone. Is Obama responsible for Hillary Campaign flop? So Ferraro based on your logic. What you are telling us, is that if Hillary does a sex change and paints herself black, she'll definitely win the primaries. Give us a break!

Rich   May 19th, 2008 12:55 pm ET

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. Democrats don't fall for it!!!!!! We can't afford 4 more years of Bush!!!!!

zephyr99   May 19th, 2008 12:55 pm ET

Let it go, people. The Democratic primaries are almost over. (What a farce — Michigan and Florida don't even count.) It's time for "Hate Fest '08," better known as the general election, to begin. It's little wonder the American people already have the government we deserve!

BigBody   May 19th, 2008 12:55 pm ET

her 15 minutes of fame are 7 minutes overdue.

P.A. VOTER   May 19th, 2008 12:55 pm ET

We don't need her vote. I would think that if there were anyone on the planet that understood what you have to go through in this country when running for the highest office in the land it would be the 1st women to run for VP. Obviously I was wrong and thus we don't need nor want your vote Ferraro. Go back into the cave you came from. Your own candidate doesn't agree with you. And I would like to see any evidence of Obama being sexiest. That is a bold claim, funny I didn't see any actual examples to back it up in this interview.

AN OHIO VOTER   May 19th, 2008 12:55 pm ET

The DNC sat back and watched the manipulation and hatred that targeted over half of the party base. Sexism!! Some of them even participated. I am not a Republican however, I do not believe that they would have allowed the media treating a Republican female in the manner that they have treated Senator Clinton. They would have raised hell for 40 days and 40 nights. DNC, is this how you treat the females in the party, or is this treatment only for Senator Clinton?: I will not legitimize this treatment with my vote for Barack Obama. I will write in "Minnie Mouse" instead. The DNC leadership is a joke.

Ambika   May 19th, 2008 12:55 pm ET

I am with Geraldine Ferraro. Atleast she says and I quote"I may not vote for Obama" But I know for sure I won't vote for him if he is the nominee. On the same line I do not want to waste my vote by sitting at home on the election day. Yes you guessed it right. Maybe it will be a lesson for democrats who are known to choose losers.

Jannah   May 19th, 2008 12:55 pm ET

Senator Obama has been a gentleman throughout the campaign. Ferraro needs to shut up and realize her opinion outbursts are not welcome or appreciated.

VJmem   May 19th, 2008 12:55 pm ET

She is just as divisive as HRC can be. If she doesn't want to vote for BHO, then don't do it, but, nobody asked her opinion. Get over it - you and those who have just been waiting on someone to get this mess started.

Michelle   May 19th, 2008 12:55 pm ET

One would think, at this stage in the game, Ferraro would be working toward solidarity within the Democratic party, as the ultimate goal of either Clinton or Obama's campaign should be to defeat McCain and work toward getting the country back on track. There's nothing wrong with stating that racism and sexism exists in this country - those are facts. But the way in which Ferraro tries to make her points about those conditions just keeps making her appear to be a mud-slinging, marginalized has-been trying to get her name in the papers again.

Nicole   May 19th, 2008 12:55 pm ET

I have never in my lifetime seen so many "True Democrats" say that they would never vote the nominee, which leads me to believe that some people have other motives. If we are all Democrats let's support the nominee. It is not like Hillary is sqeaky clean she has a horrid past that would have dredged up. Hillary , "Women and Warrior for the 'hard working whites"" was somerthing manufactured by her campaign when the racial divide was seen. Come on Hillary is a millionaire with a silver spoon in her mouth If you are a Democrat then you know that McCain is not good for your interest and writting in Hillary is a throw away vote. As a women, I am sad that we will be unable to have a women president, But what I also know is we can not have 4 more years of Bush Policies. Wake up people! Put race aside and think! There have been 43 white presidents you can vote for one black one!

Matt   May 19th, 2008 12:55 pm ET

Sour grapes. She make a racist statement and tries to accuse him of being sexist cuz she got fired.

Weak!!!

Tina   May 19th, 2008 12:55 pm ET

You folks who are "bothered" (anthing is a convenient excuse, right?) by Obama's use of the word "sweetie" and think it shows he's sexist…it's a term many people use (myself included) for both sexes. And besides, I don't think a woman like Michelle would ever have married a sexist.

sam   May 19th, 2008 12:55 pm ET

I'm a minority male that's for Hillary. Obviously she's not going to be on the ticket, barring some major disaster with Obama.

However, I will be voting for Obama, or ANY democrat that is representing the party.

I know the general preception outside of the US is that Americans either have selective amnesia about our history or we just choose not to remember our actions, but in this case it proves to be true yet again.

Poll any voter leaning towards voting for ANY democrat before the primaries and the majority of people would have said they are happy with any candidate. Now that we have had a particularly bloody primary season everyone seems to have forgotten why we were so gungo-ho about getting out and voting. OUR MUTUAL DISDAIN FOR THE LAST 8 YEARS!

Yeah we can argue about who would be better for the country, Obama or Hillary… but we seem to have forgotten that NEITHER of them can be worse than Dubya!

andre   May 19th, 2008 12:55 pm ET

that's why she lost the election when she was a VP candidate… internal bickering… she hasn't learned from it..

she's useless and washed up, who cares what she says? or karl rove and doug feith says? they have theri own agenda… this is exactly what obama is campaigning agaisnt… wake up america and put obama in the white house. a bit of change will do you good…

and unite democrats… forget the bickering and the trolls…

Uncle Sam   May 19th, 2008 12:55 pm ET

How dare Ms. Ferraro think she can vote for the person not the party?
What is this country coming to?

Independents for McCain '08

kat   May 19th, 2008 12:55 pm ET

this bigot's opinion is irrelevant. she can join joe lieberman and zell miller in betraying her party. who cares about this harpy?

Micks   May 19th, 2008 12:55 pm ET

The Democratic nominee, no matter who it is, could come over to my house, kill my family in front of me, and I would still vote for them over McCain!!!

ron   May 19th, 2008 12:55 pm ET

is she not voting because he's 'sexist' or because he's black?

Cryston, St. Louis   May 19th, 2008 12:55 pm ET

Fro my friend in Boston. "Sweetie" is a term of endearment in the south. Women are not in the least offended by that term. Never have never will, unless it's a story about Obama. On the other hand, "boy" has never been a term of endearment to African-Americans. Never have, and never will. Only if you are black or you take some time to understand being black will you recognize that there is no comparison between "sweetie" and "boy".

Emit   May 19th, 2008 12:55 pm ET

She is still Bitter over her failed VP bid

Eke, Greenville SC   May 19th, 2008 12:55 pm ET

The comment that Obama "happens to be very lucky to be who he is" to me is a very naive one. He is not the first black man to run for the presidency. Why did the others fail to make it up to this level? Were they not who they were?

The fact is that Obama has run a very strong and intelligent campaign. He has practically beat Hillary on all fronts - ranging from fundraising to actual votes and supporter-turnout. With all due respect to Hillary, but her campaign organization failed to plan very well and never anticipated tough opposition from someone like Barack and that is where they got it all wrong. By the time her campaign machine caught up with this oversight, it was already too late because the momentum had already shifted towards Obama. That is why they have playing catch-up when it should never have been that way in the beginning.

In any case I will not ask her of any others who think like her to vote for Obama but I ask that they let the rightful candidate emerge. Let there be no favoritsm or changing of rules in the middle of the game.

Elle   May 19th, 2008 12:54 pm ET

Geraldine Ferraro, go find the rock you climbed out from under!

John Burke   May 19th, 2008 12:54 pm ET

When will these hysterical women just shut up? You and your yenta poster child lost. The media isn't sexist it is right. Now step aside and let the true candidate get to what is important beating McCain.
Let's build an Obama Nation
Obama 08

Damon   May 19th, 2008 12:54 pm ET

And to think I once respected this woman. The Democratic Party has done a great deal for this woman's career. Now she has become a bitter old woman with a mean streak so deep she's betrayed her party and become an agent for John McCain. What a sad turn of events which will now overshadow and destroy her once honorable and historic legacy.

Jeff S.   May 19th, 2008 12:54 pm ET

COME ON !!!

To vote for McCain just to spite Obama is absolutely ignorant.

Look at the issues. Vote the issues. Obama is nearly identical to Clinton on most of them. McCain is a whole different direction.

It is this mentality that scares me as an American. People don't THINK. They just act, based on soundbites, unsubstantiated emails, etc. That is why the Conservatives and their slimy tactics are so successful - by taking advantage of the dim bulbs in our society.

Phil Mckenzie   May 19th, 2008 12:54 pm ET

Maybe Ms. Ferraro should consider leaving the party if she is unwilling to support its nominee. Her comment strikes rather arrogant for someone who as vice presidential nominee lost her own district by 10 points to Ronald Reagan in 1984.

Darren M.   May 19th, 2008 12:54 pm ET

My sister in law calls me sweetie, should I be offended?

Shawn, Takoma Park, MD   May 19th, 2008 12:54 pm ET

Geraldine WHO?

Nobody cares.

Claudia - Oregon   May 19th, 2008 12:54 pm ET

She is sounding like a very bitter woman - one who is not introspective enough to see it in herself.

cindynewyork   May 19th, 2008 12:54 pm ET

Why is CNN even reporting this? CNN is the most biased and unfair media which is focusing on HIllary just to prolong the democratic primaries. I have started feeling a renewed respect for Fox, because atleast they are forthright on the fact that have leanings towards the GOP. CNN yesterday reported that the crowd for Obama's speech was 50,000 when the actual number was 75,000. There were only very few people at Clinton's Stump speech, but it was covered in full with good audio, but when Obama started speaking, the reporter had a lot of things to say and won't shut up and the audio quality was so poor when Obama started speaking. Whenever, there is a coverage of Obama, CNN screws it up!! Maybe the producers are racist.

Michael   May 19th, 2008 12:54 pm ET

'[Ferraro] also said she thinks the Illinois senator has been "terribly sexist" over the course of the presidential campaign.'

How might we as readers distinguish Ferraro's vapid comment from the other high-powered lies and distractions? Really? How is this news and not some blatant attempt to both stir up the hornets while keeping a flailing and petty campaign in the public's eyes? Maybe evidence to Ferraro's accusations were left behind in The New York Time's original article. Maybe that article is actual news.

Ted van Tol   May 19th, 2008 12:54 pm ET

Holland for Obama!

We can not wait till november!

Finaly a man with a warm hart for the world in the White house.

What a change after George Bush.

He is a gift of heaven, dont crusify him!

Looking for clarification....   May 19th, 2008 12:54 pm ET

I hear a lot of ppl claiming to be Dems talking about not voting for Obama if he were the nominee. I implore any of you to please explain to me rationally, how a non-Obama vote be in the BEST interests of our nation? Please focus the response on the issues.

Mark   May 19th, 2008 12:54 pm ET

Obama's opponent in this race is a woman. His job is to discourage people from voting for her, and point out her faults. That's not being sexist, that's being a presidential candidate. If speaking about your opponent in a negative way constitutes sexism because they're of the opposite sex, then by that logic Clinton would have to be considered racist.

The thing is–I know that neither of them is. Obama's NOT sexist, Clinton's NOT racist, they're just two politicians competing for a vote.

Seriously, can we stop giving headlines to this kind of foolishness?

OBAMA WILL PROSPER IN USA   May 19th, 2008 12:54 pm ET

PEOPLE PLEASE WAKE UP AND ADMIT THAT YOU KNOW OBAMA IS THE ONLY ONE THAT WILL MAKE USA A BETTER PLACE TO LIVE.PEOPLE THAT DO NOT LIKE OBAMA,DO NOT KNOW HIM ,PLEASE STUDY ABOUT HIM AND YOU WILL REALIZE THAT OBAMA IS OUR FUTURE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!I LOVE YOU OBAMA.GOD BLESS

Chuck, Democrats United We Stand   May 19th, 2008 12:54 pm ET

Your right, if Obama was a "WHITE" man, he would have already won and sewed this nomination up. Why, it's his message, it is his stand, it is the way he runs his campaign, and lastly it is the simple fact, that he has done a great job of not going completely hostile and negative against Hillary. Although they have both been somewhat hostile and negative towards each other he has done a great job of staying away from politics of the old. One last comment, had he been white, Obama could have tossed the same crap at Hillary as she did at him and gotten away with it. The fact that he is not white has been a hinderance, the white america would not accept a none white going negative and mean spirited at a white woman. That is the sad but honest truth. My hat is off to this man, for what he has accomplished.

G. Haugabrook   May 19th, 2008 12:54 pm ET

I feel that Geraldine Ferraro has exhasted her use to the democratic party and needs to return to the relm of private citizen. I do believe that her opinions are both supported and prompted by Sen. Clinton. I believe the recent attacks on Obama by Ferraro and national womens organization are prompted by the Clinton campaign to continue negative characterization of Sen. Obama. It is more than apparent now that she will not be the candidate, and these attacks are to make it difficult for Sen. Obama to win; with the hope that Sen. McCain will win, giving her the option to run again in 2012.

Anonymous   May 19th, 2008 12:53 pm ET

I have never in my lifetime seen so many "True Democrats" say that they would never vote the nominee, which leads me to believe that some people have other motives. If we are all Democrats let's support the nominee. It is not like Hillary is sqeaky clean she has a horrid past that would have dredged up. Hillary , "Women and Warrior for the 'hard working whites"" was somerthing manufactured by her campaign when the racial divide was seen. Come on Hillary is a millionaire with a silver spoon in her mouth If you are a Democrat then you know that McCain is not good for your interest and writting in Hillary is a throw away vote. As a women, I am sad that we will be unable to have a women president, But what I also know is we can not have 4 more years of Bush Policies. Wake up people! Put race aside and think! There have been 43 white presidents you can vote for one black one!

White/female/age 55/Texan   May 19th, 2008 12:53 pm ET

Obama got another SD this morning - Dwight Pelz, Washington State Dem Party Chairman. That brings his total to 300.5. Clinton is 279.5.

Ferraro is indeed behaving shamefully at a time when we are going to have to unite - as Hillary will want! I am an Obama supporter, but I will vote for Hillary if she gets the nomination fairly.

Ross   May 19th, 2008 12:53 pm ET

Chris from Michigan, thank you for showing everyone that there are those in both Michigan and Florida that know what the truth is and that are sane and reasonable. Your right, the states broke the rules and both candidates were for penalizing them. The only difference is that Clinton changed her mind after she won the states.

Tangi   May 19th, 2008 12:53 pm ET

GREAT!!! She don't pull that much weigh….if she could she would. Ferrero go just in a lake near by and don't attempt to come up for air!

Obama will win without your vote..I bet your kids and grand kids will for for him!! Get a life…..

OBAMA 2008!!

Me DE   May 19th, 2008 12:53 pm ET

have said since the day one the election began, that I will NOT vote for Barack, I will NOT vote for Hussein, and I will NOT vote for Obsama.

We have a right to vote who ever we want to vote for…

McCain VS Obama …McCain will win
McCain VS Hillary …. Hillary wil win

You decided who your next president!!!!

Kevin - ID   May 19th, 2008 12:53 pm ET

I am really getting tired of the Hillary Clinton supporters trying to take this primary process by fear. They keep saying "If you don't take the person i choose, I will make sure you lose in the fall." How is this different from George Bush saying if we don't vote for him, the terrorist will win?

This is a democratic process. The will of the people in the party gets heard. The national Party sets the basic rules for the primary, and then each state party chooses how to carry out their part. Some choose strait elections, some choose caucuses, some states are winner take all, some are split.

Florida and Michigan both voted before the rules allowed them to. So they have lost their delegates. I would like to see them have a voice at the convention, but they cannot have all of their votes. They broke the rules, they have to face the punishment. If they had 50% of their presidential delegates, all of their platform delegate, and lost all their super-delegates, I think that might be acceptable. Their super-delegates we in part responsible for the state breaking party rules.

Honestly from my point of view, if the democrats switch to a winner take all system in the future, I would only accept that if they were all caucuses. It is a better judge of who is really willing to get involved in the system and get the candidate elected. It is easy to spend 2 minutes voting, it is hard to spend 3 hours caucusing. It shows which candidate can energize the voters more.

Gman   May 19th, 2008 12:53 pm ET

Why is it that Hillary supporters are so angry and anal and ready at any moment to vote for another four years of this crap that's ridiculous! Mr.Obama is the only one out of the three who can go out in the world and say I did'nt vote for this war that our president ignored the rest of the world and went alone.He is the only one.We are supposed to be the party of all not just rich bigots.Who hates civil rights and womens rights.Gas is high as ever it was a $1.00 a gallon when bush took office and if you gas up daily you will see the effects that a dumb vote in 2000 and 2004 has done us all.Foods high bills are high and jobs are at an all time low. and you will vote for mccain if hillary does not win wow that's ignorant and disturbing!We need a better leader than hillary or mccain OBAMA 08 ps screw ferraro old racist small minded self.

bea   May 19th, 2008 12:53 pm ET

I too will never vote for Obama, unless Hillary is also on the ticket.

I am a lifelong Democrat who is appalled that we are about to nominate de most inexperienced candidate in modern times to the highest office in the land.

Leave it to the Democrats to snatch defeat from the jaws of victory!!!

Roy B   May 19th, 2008 12:53 pm ET

She's irrelevant and her time has past. This is not news, just the ramblings of a bitter old woman who blew her chance.

WLK   May 19th, 2008 12:53 pm ET

Gerry is showing the true face of many of the old democrats. She tried the race card; it did not work; now she is trying the gender card.

Obama and others should just overlook at her "radioactive" comments and move on and remember many young women backs him…

BTW: What does Ferraro brings to the table anyway.

Rudy NYC   May 19th, 2008 12:53 pm ET

This is an example of a politician who is "owned" by another. Look up GF on Wikipedia for a brief biography.

Let's see what HRC's reply to these comments will be.

Tito   May 19th, 2008 12:53 pm ET

Who cares, that is why Hillary MUST GO OUT of the race…

She is dividing the Party….

Winkzilla, Tucson   May 19th, 2008 12:53 pm ET

I am happy that she had never become our Vice-President. We have had a narrow-minded president for near 8 years. If Ferraro reflects Hillary, then certainly we would again have a narcissistic mind blindly crashing into reality, which in turn would bring more suffering to the America people. We do not need these old ego-driven people pulled to the magnate of power. We need people that properly disperse power back to the American people.

Wake up Moonies   May 19th, 2008 12:53 pm ET

You cannot trust CLINTON? How can you trust a guy who calls his grandmother "a typical white person", calls reporters "sweetie", buys a mansion in Illinois for $300,000 under cost due to shady political connections, has a wife who gets a $200,000 RAISE due to hospital connections and oh, yes, she is ashamed of her country yet she grabbed all the government aid she could while in college. WAKE UP CRAZED OBAMA MOONIES!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

unity 08   May 19th, 2008 12:53 pm ET

she looks like she is on crack

Bart   May 19th, 2008 12:53 pm ET

When exactly was Obama a sexist? Maybe she means that Obama is the sexiest?

And really? There are no more important issues? How about: war in Iraq, universal health care, education, global warming, reform of a political system, US position in the world…

People, stop thinking with your dicks or ovaries and start thinking with your brain…

former Democrat   May 19th, 2008 12:53 pm ET

Obama is a phony. Believe what you want to believe, about him, about Hillary supporters, about Republicans. Some people are actually interested in the truth.

Gregary Lansman   May 19th, 2008 12:53 pm ET

GERALDINR FERRARO DOESN'T MAKE ANY COMMENTS WITHOUT THE BLESSING OF HILLARY CLINTON. HILLARY IS FORCING OBAMA TO TAKE HER AS VP; OTHERWISE SHE WANTS OBAMA TO LOSE. WHATEVER COMES OUT OF FERRARO'S MOUTH COMES DIRECTLY FROM HILLARY'S MOUTH. WHAT THEY ARE SAYING IS…DON'T VOTE FOR OBAMA UNLESS HILLARY IS ON THE TICKET.

IT IS ALL ABOUT HILLARY. SHE COULD CARE LESS ABOUT GAS PRICES, FOOD ON THE TABLE AND HARD WORKING WHITE OR BLACK AMERICANS. IF SHE REALLY CARED, SHE WOULD CAMPAIGN FOR OBAMA UNCONDITIONALLY AND MAKE SURE HE WINS BECAUSE HE SHARES SILMILAR VIEWS.

HILLARY IS RUTHLESS AND CORRUPT.

Bill Brown   May 19th, 2008 12:53 pm ET

This is the NEW Clinton plan - the plan to point out that without her on the ticket, Obama 'can't' win.

This amibitious farce of a leader never gives up, does she?

What has she ever 'led?'

I entered this year fully expecting to vote Democrat. But given the choices - a seven-year Senator who is running on the coat tails of a morally bankrupt husband and a three-year Senator who voted 'present' in order to avoid taking a position - I have little choice. Neither has ever led anyone doing anything.

Me DE   May 19th, 2008 12:53 pm ET

I have said since the day one the election bega, that I will NOT vote for Barack, I will NOT vote for Hussein, and I will NOT vote for Obsama.

We have a right to vote who ever we want to vote for…

McCain VS Obama …McCain will win
McCain VS Hillary …. Hillary wil win

You decided who your next president!!!!

Harry   May 19th, 2008 12:53 pm ET

CNN - Why do you keep giving this woman the opportunity to voice her stupid opinions? - I keep getting put into moderation but this stupid woman gets published?

Susie   May 19th, 2008 12:53 pm ET

Just read these post from all the Obamniacs. If you are white and don't vote for Obama, you are racist. They don't need the votes of the Clinton supporters. Do they plan to fix the election or just anoint Obama and forego the election.

Ferraro may be just a typical white person but she has a right to her opinion and to vote as she wishes—that is what this country is about. You (all of you Obamniacs) have a responsibility to respect her choice; just as she has a responsibility to respect yours.

By the way, if all the Clinton supporters vote for McCain, guess who will be President!!!

mns   May 19th, 2008 12:52 pm ET

wow.

genius idea clinton people:

feminists united for mccain!
so he can destroy roe when he gets to pick new justices for the supreme court.
so he can eliminate federal defense of title IX cases when he rolls back funding for the office of civil rights.
etc.

you people have got to get a grip: mccain would be a disaster.

Madalynn   May 19th, 2008 12:52 pm ET

I agree wit her I refuse to vote and I know many that will just not vote if its Obama….bunch of blind bats out there.

vicky   May 19th, 2008 12:52 pm ET

Who cares about this racist? God will bring angels to do His work. She is day dreaming. This is about God changing the system not about experience. Geraldine Ferraro, sit and watch God.. OK

Debbie for Obama   May 19th, 2008 12:52 pm ET

Who really cares. I am so tired of all the pouty Clinton supporters. Such entitlement mentality. I would love to see a female President, just not Hillary.

Angel   May 19th, 2008 12:52 pm ET

If Obama were a white man he'd already be the democratic nominee!

Dedrick from Atlanta (in Portland)   May 19th, 2008 12:52 pm ET

This is news? She is old. She is white. Odds have always been against Obama getting her vote. Who cares?

mc9320   May 19th, 2008 12:52 pm ET

I am from the UK and have observed the democratic presidential race as a neutral over the past few months. However, I'm appalled by some of the abuse and unjust comments directed at Obama without anyone ready to start talking about actual issues!!!!

How anyone can say that the media is biased towards Obama is beyond me. I have no reason to take sides in this election as I cannot vote, but it seems to me that he has been unfairly treated by the media ever since he started to become the frontrunner.

Is this an attempt to boost ratings in order to make the race seem closer than it really is?

I'm not saying the UK is perfect by any means as our media can be awful at times, but surely its their duty to remain neutral in such an important event and just report facts and talk about issues..

Any slight mishap by Obama in what he says is jumped on by the press, where as Clinton's antics are totally ignored..

It is a shame that this is what the US presidential race has turned into and many people around the world are waiting to see who wins in November, and from what I gather Obama would be a far more popular choice….

Chris from Michigan (yeah THAT state)   May 19th, 2008 12:52 pm ET

SINCE CAPS GET THE ATTENTION OF PEOPLE USUALLY PLEASE READ BELOW.

Do you REALLY want McCain as your candidate just because Obama or Hillary don't win; both of whom said they'd support each other 100% if either was the candidate. Do you really feel THAT spiteful just because your candidate didn't win? If so, then you play a dangerous game because to elect someone who ISN'T like your original candidate, is completely mind boggling and potentially harmful not only to yourself but your country as a whole. Do you really want to cause all this harm to our party just because you feel disadvantaged or left out in the race? Shame on you.

Ironman   May 19th, 2008 12:52 pm ET

I'm tired of hearing all the Clinton losers say that she did not get a fair shake. That is complete and total BS. The both got the same deal. And she was supposed to be the smarter tenured leader? A mimanaged campaign, poor staff choices and a history of scandal that goes back 25 years. That's what did her in. If you whinners can't accept the way American politics is played maybe you should pack up and camp out with Bin Laden. You all are just sore losing chumps….

jonathan   May 19th, 2008 12:52 pm ET

Obama can do no wrong. He's a flawless being. In fact, he is the new Jesus Christ. At least this is what the media and the Democrat's in congress and of course his supporters would have us all believe. But just wait… just wait….

joseph   May 19th, 2008 12:51 pm ET

I TOTALLY AGREE WITH HER AND I WILL NOT VOTE FOR OBAMA NIETHER.

Sophia Beck   May 19th, 2008 12:51 pm ET

SO? Why would we expect to vote for Obama- She is somewhat egostistical-she should vote for McCain!

Kyle Indianapolis, Indiana   May 19th, 2008 12:51 pm ET

I AM SO SICK OF THIS OLD RACIST COOT! SHE'S A NOBODY! PAY NO ATTENTION TO HER, SHE WHINES FOR ATTENTION!!

Maggie   May 19th, 2008 12:51 pm ET

Hillary08!…I couldn't have said it better myself.

As for B BLACK…you must be a plant…if not, you are a "typical African-American" You are the reason we have HATE in this Country. You are the reason for the divide. I didn't do a darn thing to you or your "People" and if it is so terrible for you here, GET THE FLOCK OUT… and that goes to all the rest of you wining, "Haters". If Africa is so Great…GO BACK.

Doubt CNN will post this…. The Truth shall set you free……

unity 08   May 19th, 2008 12:51 pm ET

Ferraro racist old witch

robert   May 19th, 2008 12:51 pm ET

Just get over it….you won't have a position since Hillary won't wwin…tha t is why you are amking such a negative comments….if you are a democrat …a truly democrat …learn how to lose.

beebop   May 19th, 2008 12:51 pm ET

We love you Gerri!

The Democratic party has lost its soul. Where are the people who know you and didn't stand for you? They let this no resume upstart try to besmerch your legacy!

We will not vote for him. We will work for McCain and watch as Dean and Brazile are booted from leadership. The Democratic party is being overrun by people who no longer care about voter's rights or the rights of the common man. Until they wake up, they will continue to be the minor league.

Thank you Gerri!

Connie   May 19th, 2008 12:51 pm ET

Oh, no, she's baaaaaack…and just as idiotic as ever.

Donald   May 19th, 2008 12:51 pm ET

Can't add anything that hasn't already been said. But, I do remember Ms.Ferraro when she ran for VP and it was pitiful. Worse mistake Mondale ever made was when he chose her. She had questionable personal finances (that she never really took responsibility for). And Clinton put her on the FINANCE COMMITTEE??? She sees the world through the narrow prism of some kind of feminist right of reparations.
She's a non-player. A sad has-been.

Jon V   May 19th, 2008 12:51 pm ET

Ferraro, were you not on a ticket with Dukakis? Alright then, please shut up and know your role — which is essentially to vote democratic. What a moron.

Bukky   May 19th, 2008 12:51 pm ET

I love all these FEMINISTS not voting for Obama. WHAT WILL McCAIN DO FOR YOU? MCCain voted against a bill that would allow women to sue for gender discrimination… and you would vote for him instead of Obama. What has Obama done that is so bad besides beat Hillary FAIR AND SQUARE.

Get you heads out of your butts and think clearly… if McCain gets elected and ROE v WADE goes down the crapper there will be no one to blame but yourselfs

dlc   May 19th, 2008 12:51 pm ET

I'm so disappointed in Ms. Ferraro.
I wish she would simply be quiet in order to stop her rapid descent.

bruno nana   May 19th, 2008 12:51 pm ET

who cares? if you don't vote for Obama,what is the problem?keep your vote for yourself.
as a real democrat,you should not say such of things.
Bruno

Dexter   May 19th, 2008 12:51 pm ET

OMG what is next with you people…saying he's a muslim didn't work, saying he is a racist hasn't worked, now he's a sexist. You people should be ashamed of yourselves. Next you will claim that he beats his wife and kids….where does the hate end!!!!!!

Barack Obama, has run a smart and respectable campaign. He is addressing the issues that concern many American. He's even apologized for the mistakes he has made, but that isn't good enough for you people.

Many of you need to take a look in the mirror and realize the hatred you are spewing hurts Americans, because it sure as hell doesn't help us!

Dex
Houston TX

Max   May 19th, 2008 12:51 pm ET

I wonder if she can think up any particular instance where Obama has actually been sexist. Not going for stretches like calling the word "sweetie" sexist, but legitimate instances of overt sexism.

This just sounds like sour grapes.

kilo   May 19th, 2008 12:50 pm ET

As a woman, I have failed to see how Barack Obama's campaign has been in any way sexist.

Obama '08

XME   May 19th, 2008 12:50 pm ET

I say LET these stupid women vote for McCain if they don't take their vote seriously enough to vote on ISSUES. If we lose and end up with 4 years of McCain, everyone in this country knows who to blame: the women Clinton supports who threw an election just to try and prove a point. If that happens, maybe McCain is what this country deserves, and I think the primary person we'll have to blame is Hillary Clinton for allowing the ridiculous allegations by her supporters to go unchallenged by her. I am a woman, I right now I have to say that it looks like WOMEN DO NOT DESERVE THE RIGHT TO VOTE if they are incapable to taking that right seriously.

DEB   May 19th, 2008 12:50 pm ET

I don't think Obama really cares if he has her one vote or not! Nor do other voters care how she votes-she's a nobody!

Daniel from San Diego   May 19th, 2008 12:50 pm ET

Ferraro needs to chill.

Mpls_P   May 19th, 2008 12:50 pm ET

This race has dipped to new childish levels. All of you Hillary supporters *wink wink nudge nudge* who are really the same bozos who listen to Rush, and spew the long live operations chaos and all that tripe. You need to take a long look in the mirror. You've got serious issues.

Keith from Cincinnati   May 19th, 2008 12:50 pm ET

Shame on Geraldine Ferraro. This is horrible. This just makes me even more proud to be an Obama supporter. Clearly it is time to end the old politics game and start a new chapter.

Linda   May 19th, 2008 12:50 pm ET

The whole race has been sexist. Sexism is not taken seriously as an "ism" but it has the same effect on women financially as racicm has on people of color. Obama has been known to call working women — reporters and factory workers — "sweetie" which smacks of racism and condescension. People have been afraid to say anything against Obama for fear of being called a racist. To my understanding Obama lacks the substance and sensitivity to see that as much as there is a racial divide in this country there is also an economic divide. While I'm sure his wife has experienced racism, she has had opportunities only a minority have had — a degree from Princeton, a law degree from Harvard, and economic status as a millionaire. To have a stranger call her "sweetie" would be an insult — just as it is an insult to call a cleaning woma :sweetie" no matter what her race.
Unlike Ferrarrro, I will probably feel forced to vote for Obama (against McCain) to stop the war and to keep conservatives off the bench, but the only good thing I can say about Obama is that he is not a Republican.

Deficits   May 19th, 2008 12:50 pm ET

Geraldine, I recall many years ago when I was soo proud to see you nominated as the first ever woman vice-presidential candidate……I am saddened by your in-articulate outbursts as they are unbecoming of someone who ascended to the very top of the democratic party. This party is not about Obama and Clinton…they may be the leaders but, We the People are the drivers….we give and we take away. We ask that you humble yourself and take up your seat as a member of the democratic party leadership, not a leader of a single (Clinton) faction of the party….The time has come……as it always happens that generation gives way to generation, that we must step away from the old ways and try the new. Take up your seat on this new bus and enjoy the sunset of your years being thankful for what you helped create.

Anonymous   May 19th, 2008 12:50 pm ET

What this lady, and others like her, fail to realize is that if Obama was a white man, he would have had this thing wrapped up a LONG time ago. It's the fact that he's black is what's holding him back from sweeping this primary and general election in November. The U.S is NOT as race neutral as she makes it seem. That's the reason such a large percentage of Clinton supporters claim they will vote for McCain over Obama, even though Clinton and Obama are almost identical when it actually comes to the issues. Issues don't matter, health care doesn't matter, the war in Iraq doesn't matter… what matters is that they can't stand to see a black man running the United States of America. Unfortunately, in their mind, a black man should be in the ghetto, drinking his juice and shooting up his neighbours. Certainly not leading their country.

Linda, Chandler AZ   May 19th, 2008 12:50 pm ET

This is amazing. First of all, she didn't site even ONE instance in which Obama has been "sexist". And that's because there aren't any. Hillary's campaign imploded because of one thing: Hillary. She was dishonest and ran a horribly, negative campaign and people have had enough. Geraldine Ferraro and all of you who claim you will not vote for him are part of the reason this country and this party are divided. Not to mention, incredibly sore losers! Well, we don't need you…those of us who are open-minded and ready to bring REAL change to this country are moving on without you.

scott   May 19th, 2008 12:50 pm ET

Hillary was the front-runner and ran a poor campaign. Now everyone is pointing at Obama instead of laying the blame on Hillary. All of these neo-feminist need to vote for McCain and see how long before Roe v. Wade is overturned.

Jagdish , Vancouver,Canada   May 19th, 2008 12:50 pm ET

that's her vote and she can do with it what ever pleases her…

Too bad people are consumed with hate !!

OBAMINATION   May 19th, 2008 12:50 pm ET

As Obama would say, "You are wrong, sweetie!"

BTaylor   May 19th, 2008 12:50 pm ET

I think Geraldine is having a difficult time with the realization that she is completely irrelevant.

upset voter   May 19th, 2008 12:50 pm ET

I have never in my life been a Reagan Democrat. I always vote Democratic even if we get the person we don't like. But this time I am going to vote who I think would lead this country better.

The DNC and Democratic elites want to sell this flawed candidate and expect us all to jump on board and they are trippin.

We want to win and by just selling your candidate because your priorties is wack and this will hurt the democratic party in the end.

their priorties are all messed up…..

susanne   May 19th, 2008 12:49 pm ET

Spoken like someone who is disinfranchized, out of touch and yes….bitter! GO OBAMA!!!! I'm a sixty year old white woman who has waited since Kennedy to see a truly amazing candidate!

goawaymongers   May 19th, 2008 12:49 pm ET

This is a woman who I respected and admired. She is disgraceful, just as the Primary season has been. No wonder people are yelling for CHANGE. Her "stance" will come back and kick her where it counts most.

Ryan Blanco   May 19th, 2008 12:49 pm ET

George,

I don't believe anyone is calling for Ferraro to be incarcerated for her comments. That would be denying her freedom.

In an attempt to bring logic to a Republican, under those same freedoms, I have a right to think that she is a publicity-starved idiot.

I love saying that. It so, it so….freeing?

Bert   May 19th, 2008 12:49 pm ET

To vote for someone because of their race or gender is beyond foolish.
Wouldn't wonderful for candidates to run on the merit of their ideas and their potential for bringing those ideas to fruition? And wouldn't it be wonderful for candidates to justifiably expect intelligence and reason from voters.

Comments and thinking like Ferraro's deserve our collective pity and shame.

Roofin Reality, Houston, Tx.   May 19th, 2008 12:49 pm ET

BY the way Ms. Ferraro,
what exactly did he say that is sexist? You allege that he is, but you didn't give us any specific examples. That would help your position.

Kat   May 19th, 2008 12:49 pm ET

And just what have Ferraro and Clinton done for women? Except exemplify the very worst attributes given to women. And both of their husbands have been in trouble with the law….) Anyone who is voting for Clinton just because she is a woman doesn't understand the importance of this election. A vote for McCain - the exact opposite of all that you consider important - is foolish.
Revenge - female style.

Dinur   May 19th, 2008 12:49 pm ET

No way will I vote for Hillary if she manages to steal the nomination.

ken   May 19th, 2008 12:49 pm ET

I'm with you - well said Geraldine!!

Sarah   May 19th, 2008 12:49 pm ET

Typical racist old woman

Ann Marie   May 19th, 2008 12:49 pm ET

This is not the first time in history that white women have interjected their so-called cause to prevent the elevation of African-Americans. In the past white women were actually encouraged by white men to make their cause more of an issue as a distraction to the emancipation of slavery.

Lynn   May 19th, 2008 12:49 pm ET

We need to unite the democratic party behind Barack not divide the vote. This disparaging is like burying our gold–all that is precious: our homes, our children, our environment, our soldiers–is that what we want for another 8 years? Do we want continued Bush America? Is that what we REALLY want? We need to vote: Obama 2008.

chiquita   May 19th, 2008 12:49 pm ET

Let's see….the differences in the proposed policies and idealogies between Clinton and Obama PALES in comparison to those between Clinton and McCain. Yet, we have clowns who are threatening to vote for McCain or not vote at all should their candidate fail to win the Democratic nomination!? Particularly during a time when there is so much to LOSE if a guy who shares much of Bush's ideas on economic and foreign issues wins the White House - not to mention what could happen regarding the makeup of the Supreme Court.

Talk about cutting off your nose to spite your face. I guess I truly didn't appreciate the degree of childishness and ignorance that infected such a sizeable portion of the party. My first choice was, actually, Biden; however, I voted for Hillary after Joe dropped out of the race. But I will have no problem whatsoever supporting Obama if he wins the nomination, and it puzzles me that so many women are taking this kamikazi approach to this.

Truly appalling.

You Must be Out of Your Mind   May 19th, 2008 12:48 pm ET

Thanks Geraldine Ferraro…This goes a long way to show how much you love the Dem party….NOT!!!!!

Alan in Fla.   May 19th, 2008 12:48 pm ET

just more of that operation chaos.
keep believing that and watch Obama lose big this fall.

K in CT   May 19th, 2008 12:48 pm ET

Geraldine IS RIGHT on ALL COUNTS ! Pay attention VOTERS! It's time American voters took a close look at the make up of our political parties and who we have electerd to ALL political positions ( ie; the HOUSE, the SENATE, CONGRESS, the GOVENORS'). Look at the past 200 years ! If your own personal household were in the same "mess" our economy is in - wouldn't you and your spouse change the running of the budget ? Darn tootin you would. I for one would take control of the budget and straighten it out. In fact my spouse & I regularly change controls. It's the HEALTHY way to a sucessful operation/partnership. We need more women in control.

GARY   May 19th, 2008 12:48 pm ET

I USED TO WATCH CHRIS MATTHEWS BUT HE AND AND THAT WHOLE MSNBC CREW MAKE ME SICK I THINK THEY ARE ON THE EMPTY SUIT RACISTS WIFES PAYROLL THERE IS SOMETHING ABOUT THIS GUY THAT SCARES ME REMEMBER PEOPLE HITLER WAS A GREAT SPEAKER AND SUCKED IN THE GERMAN PEOPLE I AM A DEMOCRAT BUT I WOULD RATHER VOTE FOR THE KNOWN GUY MCCAIN I WOULD HAVE VOTED FOR HILLIARY BUT I CANNOT TRUST THIS GUY

Steven Feinstein   May 19th, 2008 12:48 pm ET

Any Clinton supporter who refuses to vote for Obama is either STUPID or RACIST. There is ABSOLUTELY no justification for that. Barack is a brilliant, articulate, consensus-building leader with great judgement on the issues, who inspires millions. His position on most issues is asymptotically close to Hillary's. McCain is a right wing warmonger. If you're a Clinton supporter and you vote for McCain you are stupid or racist. You need to deal with the fact that Hillary failed in her campaign and that Barack outperformed her. It's not the sexist media. It's not the sexist voters. It's just that she was a BAD CANDIDATE. Deal with it and vote for someone who will give us better health care, better schools, protect the earth, etc etc. Not McBush.

That's Reality   May 19th, 2008 12:48 pm ET

Jeff- if McCain appoints judges to the Supreme Court, women (and men) may end up living a bit more responsibly when they find out the result of their irresponsible behavior is no longer so easily dismissed. SAVE THE BABIES! I'm not really sure where mcCain stands on the issue, anyway, unfortunately, I do know where Obama and Hilary stand and it's not for equal rights for babies.

who?   May 19th, 2008 12:48 pm ET

to all of you who state that they are Clinton supporters, but will vote republican if Obama gets the nomination, you opinions are politically flawed. If you would bother to pay attention to both democratic candidates you would know that Clinton and Obama are very like minded on almost all the issues they state their positions on. thus your decision's to switch parties based on the nomination seems to be attributed to their outward appearance. please choose to move on from political bigotry and evaluate the candidates based on their political views. this is a very serious election and the last thing we need is another delusional president who feels that our armed forces are the best way to create change in our troubled world.

Elizabeth - Plano, Texas   May 19th, 2008 12:48 pm ET

I would like to know why no one in the media is covering Obama's derogatory remarks to females, calling them "sweetie". He has been caught doing this more then once. He said "oh it is a bad habit of mine" Give me a break. Talk about sexist. This is the same guy in the workplace who calls you sweetie and says get my coffee. He is sexist and demeaning to women. Why in the world is no one talking about this!

Love in SATX   May 19th, 2008 12:48 pm ET

All you Dems who say you won't vote for Obama really are just saying you won't vote for a black man, I guess this speaks very loudly for the where we are in race relations. You probably wouldn't let your children have any black friends either. Get over it, any Democrat is better than McCain.

Rennie Frank in Stevensville, Montana   May 19th, 2008 12:48 pm ET

This is the type of thing that has made me so sick of the yapping in this campaign. Democrats eating their young bunk. I don't support Hillary Clinton during this primary season…however, the worst outcome I can see is McCain ending up as the President because other Democrats were such poor losers about Clinton or Obama not being the nominee that they don't vote or vote for McCain. As I said I don't support Hillary, in fact I don't like her…but I like her better than McCain and will vote for her if she becomes the nominee. For supports in high profile positions in either campt to come out with this type of tripe is incredibly counter productive to the outcome of the general election. Shame on you Geraldine…Shame on you.

Angello   May 19th, 2008 12:48 pm ET

Obama a sexist! Ferraro is one of the dumbest educated females I have seen in a long time. It is absurd to say that being black in America is a benefit, when you are the minority of a society that is only 14% African American. In addition when the constitution was written, blacks in this country were considered to be 3/5 human. What the hell is this crazy lady talking about?? Stop hating on Obama because you had your feminist dreams shattered, because Clinton will not be #1 on the democratic ticket. Hillary supporters are bad losers; I'd hate to play in a poker game with them!

goodcitizen   May 19th, 2008 12:48 pm ET

I will never vote for a thief, Obama. He is phony, arrogant, and a pure puppet. If DNC destroys Hillary Clinton, the dark age of the party will be ahead. Millions and millions of Hillary supporters will not be put out, a new revolution can happen. This is not a joke, it is happening.

BETTER SAFE THAN SORRY! SUPPORT THE RIGHT PERSON!

HILLARY, WE LOVE YOU AND WILL BE WITH YOU ALL THE WAY!

Kim   May 19th, 2008 12:48 pm ET

Goodness Gerry, shut up.

phil, philly   May 19th, 2008 12:48 pm ET

anyone who is a clinton support who votes for mccain gets what they deserve. roe v. wade is gone. a third war is a reality. and the recession continues. the worst part is that the same people that vote him into office will complain about it the next four years. it's the same as the people who votes for bush in '00 and '04 and then are upset that he isn't a good president. you know what? i make a boatload of money and i could care less about pro-choice/pro-life so knock yourself out. vote mccain and give me my tax break.

cappers501   May 19th, 2008 12:48 pm ET

Vote for McCain and your voting for Bush again.

People if you have a problem with a person don't let that cloud your judgement. Obama is the best person for the job. Obama is going to shock the World! So vote for McCain because he's going to need it when the debates start and Obama will when your heart.

OOOOOOOOOObama 08′

Marilyn   May 19th, 2008 12:48 pm ET

I think your comments are appalling, Geraldine!

LOL@Politics   May 19th, 2008 12:48 pm ET

hillary 08!: Why should anyone care about you "claiming" to be rich? because you have an MBA?

Some people out there feel rich enough to have a loving family and their health, but I guess making more than I do in a lifetime is much better.

This retort is not Hillary or Obama based, this is from a person who has to listen to a disgusting human such as yourself proclaim to be greater than everyone else.

To answer your question I have donated to numerous cancer research funds, volunteered for the big brother big sister club of America, and walk for the march of dimes, but lets talk about what you have done other than make a load of money and I'm sure spoil those three children while others in the world starve and wish they had parents that had an MBA. You probably kick puppies too!

I guess having an MBA doesn't make you a better person than me after all.

DD   May 19th, 2008 12:48 pm ET

Thank God for Obama, we now know who democrats are and which republicans have been hiding in dem skins. Go to McCain you idots. I do not care if I will be the only dem left but I will be happy i'm honest to myself and to my country. I will be the happiest in the world.
O! O! Obama! O!

Karl   May 19th, 2008 12:48 pm ET

She need to sit her old behind down and crawl back under a rock. She's jealous that a Black man has a better chance in achieving his goal to become President as compare to her goal to become Vice President. My take on the whole issue, she's a bigot and a racist. She allows other to say whatever they want against Obama. But jumps on him for saying "sweetie" to someone. For her, this is personal. Shame on her.

Jeanie Washington   May 19th, 2008 12:48 pm ET

Please what a world we live in………all the hate…..how sad…………….i

vinsrouges   May 19th, 2008 12:47 pm ET

Obama….from Hope to Nope!!

ATLian   May 19th, 2008 12:47 pm ET

You mean being black in this country gives someone an advantage?!!! Will wonders never cease!

HJ   May 19th, 2008 12:47 pm ET

Geraldine Ferraro is the least racist person around, she is HONEST. You fools that think Obamination is the next Messiah are the people that are going to elect this charlatan into office.

cinga   May 19th, 2008 12:47 pm ET

COULDN'T AGREE MORE…

or as Obama would say "Sweetie"

Shut Up, Ferraro!   May 19th, 2008 12:47 pm ET

Ms. Ferraro, please take the advise that Keith Olberbman gave Pres. Bush: Shut The **** Up!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Karen   May 19th, 2008 12:47 pm ET

I love all the Obama supporters who trash the Clinton supporters. Keep it coming.

You won't get our support in November.

I'm with Ferraro.

Nathan   May 19th, 2008 12:47 pm ET

What a low blow to Obama. Playing the sex card. What about his plans and ideas? I am voting for him. Clinton can not be trusted. She lies. She also stayed with a guy that openly cheated on her. I have no respect for her.

CWatson   May 19th, 2008 12:47 pm ET

There were a lot of White people in a park in Oregon yesterday who don't agree with Geraldine.

v.ananthan   May 19th, 2008 12:47 pm ET

If she finds Obama as a weak candidate , she should not vote for Obama.

ITS HER RIGHT…

NO POINT IN CALLING HER A RACIST….

Sue   May 19th, 2008 12:47 pm ET

Now that's a really stupid thing to come out of her mouth. She would rather not vote or vote McCain and set woman BACK than to vote for Obama….She should be ashamed….as any other democrats that want the democratic agenda but will make a "stand" because Hillary, their candidate, didn't get in…stupid, stupid, stupid, stupid………

John   May 19th, 2008 12:47 pm ET

Thanks for sharing your opinion Grandma. Now go knit a sweater.

Obama 08: 60, white, female   May 19th, 2008 12:47 pm ET

TWO more superdelegates for Obama today…including Senator Byrd from WEST Virginia!

CNN: time to update your delegate count before you flash inaccuracies all over your screen tomorrow night!

Joe, Northern Virginia   May 19th, 2008 12:47 pm ET

Why is this NEWS??? And why is she trying to inject herself into the scene again? She is really a Democrat? That makes me wonder a lot about this woman. Who cares what she does with her vote!!! She panders bigotry at it finest. I think that all well meaning people (or Dems) should treat this and future comments of hers with absolute contempt they deserve.

Polly   May 19th, 2008 12:47 pm ET

Venus May 19th, 2008 11:50 am ET

Ha,ha,ha,ha,ha

Ferraro proves why Hillary and a lot of women should not run for president.

So now that Hillary is not going to win - let's blame every thing but Hillary and her sorry campaign!

Ferraro just proves she is a bitter white woman who is still pissed!

COPIED AND PASTED THIS COMMENT—YOU ARE SO RIGHT! SHE AND ALL THE FOOLISH WOMEN WITH THEIR "IF I CAN'T HAVE MY WAY, I'M GONNA' TAKE MY TOYS AND GO HOME" MENTALITY ARE MAKING IT LOOK MORE AND MORE AS IF WOMEN HAVE NOT YET PROGRESSED TO THE POINT OF ABILITY TO LEAD, ACTUALLY IN ANY CAPACITY! FAR TOO OPINIONATED AND EMOTIONAL. TO ALL YOU FOOLISH WOMEN WHO ARE GIVING YOUR VOTES TO McCAIN–REMEMBER THAT WHEN HE SENDS YOUR SONS TO IRAQ, IRAN OR WHEREVER THE REPUBLICANS START THE NEXT UNNECESSARY "ETHNIC CLEANSING", POPULATION REDUCING, OIL CONTROL WAR!
A GRANDMA WHO HAS SEEN TOO MANY WOMEN ABUSE THEIR POWER!

Oh Boy...   May 19th, 2008 12:47 pm ET

Anyone who's offended by Obama's use of the word "sweetie" and would vote for McCain be