May 20, 2008
Posted: 09:30 AM ET

From
 Obama campaigned in Montana Monday while Clinton campaigned in Kentucky the day before the state's primary.
Obama campaigned in Montana Monday while Clinton campaigned in Kentucky the day before the state's primary.

(CNN) — It's all about location, location, location.

Sen. Hillary Clinton will spend Tuesday night in Kentucky to celebrate what's expected to be a big win in that state's primary. But Sen. Barack Obama won't be in Oregon, even though he's favored to win that state's contest Tuesday.

The Illinois senator will appear at a rally in Iowa, where he kicked off the primary season with a January 3 caucus win — a victory that helped propel him to Democratic front-runner status.

Iowa is also a swing state — one President Bush won by just 10,000 votes in 2004, and one the Democrats would love to win this November.

Obama told reporters Sunday that visiting Iowa "was a terrific way to kind of bring things full circle."

Full story

Filed under: Barack Obama • Hillary Clinton • Kentucky • Oregon


Ohio Michigan democrat   May 20th, 2008 2:33 pm ET

What a shame for the democrats, but we will reap what we sow. If we as a party are willing to nominate an empty shirt as our candidate, we deserve to be led by a republican for 4 more years. I can't stomach voting for this racist, sexist lying man, so I'll be holding my nose and voting for McCain, unless the rules committee seats Florida and Michigan, and the super-delegates get a clue and support the only nominee that makes sense for our party – Senator Hillary Clinton.

Christine V from Dallas, TX   May 20th, 2008 2:28 pm ET

CNN MSNBC + obama = NO CREDIBILITY and UNTRUSTWORTHY!

your american idol obama will lose november

It's HILLARY OR MCCAIN….NOBAMA!

Nappy Democrat   May 20th, 2008 12:30 pm ET

I hope the DNC rules committee is watching this! Hillary wants to change the electoral map. She's got her own set of rules!!! IT'S OVER…

GO OBAMA!!!! Salute.

Max   May 20th, 2008 12:28 pm ET

Obama Supporters:

Don't respond to anymore Hillary posts. It is pointless. This is how she and CNN are able to keep the drama going. It's over, she lost. Enough.

Let Hillary supporters talk to each other, and don't respond.

Pam   May 20th, 2008 12:28 pm ET

Christine May 20th, 2008 11:29 am ET

For those of you who think that we Hillary supporters will 'fall in line' in November, are sadly mistaken. Millions of us will do whatever it takes to send Obama back to the Senate.

Well then, Christine, you will have no right to be here in a couple of years when McCain is president and we're in worse shape than we are now. Grow up.

lois   May 20th, 2008 12:28 pm ET

I find Obama as an arrogant inexperiene politican with a lot of BS.

Pam   May 20th, 2008 12:27 pm ET

Barack Obama did NOT make the rules for FL and MI.

Harold Ickes of the Clinton camp DID vote to punish them.

The fault lies within the Government of the two states. If you are upset about the outcome, get out of your chair and vote in a new Gov who will not choose to break the rules.

It IS that simple. I certainly hope the voters are counted also, but I would do everything in my power to make sure those in the gov. that are responsible for this are punished as they have chose to punish you voters.

Place blame where it belongs!!!!!!!!!

JeffRob   May 20th, 2008 12:27 pm ET

Hillary supporters who will vote for McCain in November:

You are choosing "experience", and ensuring that our troops continue to be sacrificed in a mind-boggingly wasteful war for no reason but to keep our SUVs running. You're choosing political know-how, and blatantly and seriously risking a woman's right to choose.

Get over your bitterness, join the chorus calling for transparent government, peace, equality, and respect and safety for Americans and America.

Obama's success is NOT due to some underlying sexism. Every Obama supporter is a would-be Hillary supporter. He is simply the far, far superior candidate.

C'mon over! No hard feelings!
Obama for America! Obama 08!

Joseph, Los Angeles   May 20th, 2008 12:27 pm ET

For those of you who will refuse to vote for Obama just because you prefer Hillary are not truly grasping the seriousness of your decision to not unite our party. For you women who thinks Mr. Obama is sexist and will vote for McCain, just remember, Mr. McCain will take away your right to chose and conservatize the Supreme Court and that would not be in your favor. If you want your children, nephew and nieces to be sent to Iraq, vote for McCain. If you want 4 more years of the last 8, vote for McCain, you will get what you deserve because of your refusal to unite and take back the White House. All I heard this morning on the news and read on these blogs is sexism and racism. Enough already. Mr. Obama is winning this fair and square. Mr. McCain called Mrs. Clinton to congratulate her on her Indiana win; he never once called Mr. Obama which tells you a lot about our government. This is the 21st Century, and it's time for a big change. The Bush's and Clinton's have held on to the White House to long. Sorry for my rant, I just got so upset seeing Geraldine Ferraro on TV this morning spuing sexism and putting thoughts in womens minds that they have be dupped… so untrue, so un-democratic. That kind of talk will cause us to lose this race, again.

A CANUCK   May 20th, 2008 12:27 pm ET

Clinton is in a bubble…..she's like a desperate, wild person ….completely and deliberately unaware of what
is taking place all around her……Poor Hill….Bye..bye !!!

Tracy---Indianapolis, IN   May 20th, 2008 12:26 pm ET

There's alot of Obama HATERS on here today…………GET OVER IT!!!!!!!!! I

Obama 08

susan- ohio   May 20th, 2008 12:25 pm ET

Agree with Jane O above – I still wonder what the love affair is with Obama did anyone read News week article last week – there is not much difference between either candidate even with pondering, money, etc., I certainly hope he does not get bored, – I personally think he will be like Carter – but I am a democrate and will vote for him, – I do believe HIliary is the best candidate and so do most dems I believe – but for some reason the news media and DNC Dean do not think so -

Darren M.   May 20th, 2008 12:25 pm ET

The one thing that doomed hillary's campaign is her inability to connec with voters. Her husband is the King of that. He can take the most complex subject and break it down like Fischer-Proce. Hillary is not Bill. I think a lot of voters are in love with seeing Bill back in the white House, but the Clinton are a big red X on the conservatives war map. The United States needs to heal, and we don't need a candidate that will continue to spew hate. She is smart, but her drive to become president is bigger than anything or anybody else. I am more scared of Hillary Clinton as president than John McCain.

Tony C. - DC   May 20th, 2008 12:24 pm ET

Roger MD May 20th, 2008 10:27 am ET

Is Hillary pointing to herself and telling us, "It's all about ME"?

ROGER:

NO! That would be OBAMA and MCBUSH!

Joanna   May 20th, 2008 12:23 pm ET

You know, if this was Joe Biden or Bill Richards or John Edwards and they were this close we wouldn't be hearing that they should "shut up" , "get lost", "give it up", etc. now would we? I don't think so! Go Hillary to the convention and if not, we will write you in. We don't need another eight years of inexperience and practice at being president and we don't need Michelle Obama as first lady….

Matt   May 20th, 2008 12:22 pm ET

One question. Name one thing Obama has done that was dishonest. Rev. Wright, which really has NOTHING to do with the candidate, and you really can not blame him for supporting the guy. Obama has been really straight forward. Nothing to bamboozle or hoodwink anyone.

Terry   May 20th, 2008 12:22 pm ET

I hope NY does the right thing and send Hillary packing. How did she ever get elected as senator?

Tony C. - DC   May 20th, 2008 12:22 pm ET

New Polticis:

Can you answer this?

Why can't your boy win a big state? A must have state like PA, WVA, OH, CA? You really think he will get FL?

Hello, anyone home?

Darrell   May 20th, 2008 12:22 pm ET

why is it when Blacks Vote for Obama its "OK"

and when Whites vote for Clinon its "Racist"

I am missing something here

Hotlanta   May 20th, 2008 12:21 pm ET

Hillary can't balance or manage a campagn budget, realize she is not winning. She does her own caculations (math) and then wants to persuade the delegates that she is the best candidate. Best candidate for the Mentally Unstable farm–delusional. She just don't get it. She enter the race, lost and should bow out gracefully. She is allowing people to make her look foolish by continuing this race. Who wants a president that sees a rag flag, stop sign, do not enter, wrong way, and keeps going anyway. Blind leading the blind.

Janice, Aberdeen, SD   May 20th, 2008 12:21 pm ET

Apparently there are new comments from Hillary's campaign about her being treated unfairly because she's a woman.

She's being treated no worse than Obama. These whisper email campaigns against him about his religion and the flag-pins are code-word campaigns that in the end are more about him being black than his religion. It's subtle racism, but it's just as strong a campaign and harder to respond to because a response is needed but over-reacting would be the kiss of death. He doesn't dare show the victim face – that would be stepping right into the jaws of the Right.

If she feels she's being treated unfairly because of sexism, she needs to address it directly on behalf of all women and anyone who's facing a similar battle (as Obama at least attempted to do with his speech on race). That would show her more as a leader and not a victim. Why was her campaign so blind to this other way of handling this?

Modern Monkey!!!!   May 20th, 2008 12:20 pm ET

I am so reay for this to be over, which it pretty much is. HRC is trying to pay back loans and trying to par her staff.

I'm glad the REPUGs are ready to rumble. SO is the OBAMA nation!!!!

Darren M.   May 20th, 2008 12:20 pm ET

Hilary supporters, listen up.. A loss by Obama in November is a loss for us all. it think it's high time we all started acting like adults. Your protest vote in November for McCain will be like spending your rent money for strippers. it might feel good at the time, but they'll be hell to pay when the rent's due…..

Tony C. - DC   May 20th, 2008 12:19 pm ET

If Obama does win, it will be fun to watch the Rev.'s Sharpton, Jackson and Wright be forced to finally find real jobs and to watch the media scrutinze every word that comes out of Michelle "the mouth" Obama for the next four years. She sure can dish it out, but can't take it.

Well "SWEETIE", you live in the fish bowl now, so either get used to it or SHUT UP!

JB   May 20th, 2008 12:19 pm ET

James from Redlands,

Please understand how many Hillary supporters on these blogs go on and on how they will vote for McBush over Obama.

Obama and Hillarys policies are so similar, yet her supporters would prefer to continue in Iraq, have no economic policy and no vision for our future?

Its those Hillary supporters who will bury our future! Grow up!

Jana Delray Bch, Fl   May 20th, 2008 12:19 pm ET

Obama is so in to himself it makes me sick, I remember in college
there were people who thought they were better than everyone
else, what snobs they were.

Obama winning about attacks on his anti american wife, next time he should tell her to keep herd mouth shut. You didn't hear Hillary winning when the Obama people were tearing up Bill Clinton.

Obama needs to get a grip.

CLINTON or MCCAIN 08

NO OBAMA// NO MICHELLE AS FIRST LADY

Linda Esen   May 20th, 2008 12:18 pm ET

IT SAD SAD SAD THAT HILLARY SUPPORTERS WILLL VOTE MCCRACK OUT OF SPITE. SO THIS MEANS THAT ALL THOSE WHO VOTED OBAMA WERE DISILLUSIONED AND B/CAUSE HE IS BLACK. NO NO WE VOTED FOR HIM B/CUASE HE IS THE CANDIDATE I FEEL I CAN TRUST – HILARRY WOULD HAVE BEEN OK BUT AMERICA NEEDS TO TURN THE PAGE – THIS IS THE HISTORY OF OUR COUNTRY- IN ORDER TO MOVE FORWARD FROM THE DARK PLACE BUSH HAS TAKEN US.
THINK OF THIS : MCCAIN IS A FORMER POW AND MILITARY MAN AND YET HE VOTED FOR THE WAR AND CONTINUES IT ADVOCATION…WHAT ABOUT THAT JUDGMENT. TO ME BARACKS JUDMENTS IS TYPED TO HIS MANAGMENT SKILLS; LOOK AT WHERE WE ARE TODAY – HE HAS THE NOMINATION RUNNING THINGS HIS WAY. ITS FUNNY THAT PEOPLE SAY HE WENT NEGATIVE ON HILARY BUT YET WHEN HE DID NOT RESPOND IT MADE HIM SEEM WEAK!! SO I HOPE THAT WE CAN ALL STILL COME TOGETHER DESPITE THE INTENSE FEELINGS OF LOSE. HILARY I HOPE MANAGES TO CONVINCE HER VOTERS TO REMAIN FAITHFULL TO THE DEMOCRATIC PARTY – BEAUCE A VOTE FOR MCCAIN MEANS YOU AREN'T TRU TO THESE IDEALS HELPING THE REGULAR FOLK FIRST , IT IS A VERY REPUBLICAN THING TO DO IF YOU WERE TO CHOSE TO VOTE FOR MCCAIN. HE IS A WAR MONGER WHO WOULD GREATLY APPRECIATE IT – AND YOU THINK CHANEY IS A BAD HE IS A LAMB COMPARED TO MCCAIN

Adios Hillary   May 20th, 2008 12:18 pm ET

Look, if Hillary really is the better candidate and more qualified, why the @#$ is she getting her clock cleaned by a 46-year-old first-term senator? Why is she 20 million in debt after TWICE loaning her campaign money, something that's unprecedented in presidential campaigns, as far as I know.

Face it, if the Clinton juggernaut with all its resources can't stomp a guy as new to the scene as Obama, Hillary is NOT the better candidate.

vw   May 20th, 2008 12:18 pm ET

Democratic Party should NOT deserve "democratic" among its name if Hillary cannot win the nominee.

USA will definitely step down from "superpower" if Hillary cannot win the nominee. This is not really what we want.

JFK   May 20th, 2008 12:17 pm ET

I wonder how many people who whine about Obama's inexperience voted or would have voted for John F Kennedy, or who look up to him and think he was a great president.

Guess what, he had the same amount of experience Obama has now. Keep telling yourself you aren't this or that, or bitter and angry. The truth shows through, when you really think about it. Too bad you've all closed you minds to hate.

FLORIDA Voter for Barack Obama   May 20th, 2008 12:17 pm ET

Anyone who wants to take this to the convention with so much at stake and the risk of losing TIME is a selfish idiot. Your candidate lost. There will be no decision at the convention. The decision has been made. And if you vote McCain over Obama you have no business in this party, or the country.

Chicagoway   May 20th, 2008 12:16 pm ET

Freida In NYC: Says that one change that obama has made is that he has brought racism to the country. Question- What country have you been living in you nut?

rb   May 20th, 2008 12:16 pm ET

when Hillary realizes she is not the nominee I bet she sues—-

Debby   May 20th, 2008 12:16 pm ET

Hey henriettap: I have 3 cousins in Iraq doing their second tour and yes they are Democrats so please don't catagorize all Dems. just because they don't like Obama. He hasn't even been to Iraq as the supposed nominee, instead he is in Iowa making sure he doesn't lose anymore votes. My friends and family will NOT vot for this egostical jerk who doesn't have a clue whats even going on in Iraq and who touts all his foreign policy experience. I applaud Clinton and McCain who have made the trip several times to visit the troops and to actually see what is taking place there.

Darrell   May 20th, 2008 12:16 pm ET

note a Flaming Libral Democrat has never won lets see McGovern, Duckaus and Kerry now Obama Great Job DNC for breaking every rule to hand Obama the nomintaion this was planned for years Clinton never stood a chance I bet if Obama won Florida and Mish they would of counted the states or allowed a re election but it was Clinto so thay all say nooo f…. the voters in Fla and Mish we do not need them well when you need money and votes do not look to us we are not part of your 48 state union I guess the republicans can count they know we have 50 states and they will all be at the Convention something to think about

mmartin arkansaw   May 20th, 2008 12:16 pm ET

when this is over,hillary will still be fighting the wind.i like watching her swing at nothing.

Proud West Virginian   May 20th, 2008 12:16 pm ET

CAMNI317….I could care less what the rest of this country thinks about me or where I come from..people like you judge one based on their economical and eduational standing in life which boils down to being a SNOB! By the way, I did go to college, I do own a pair of shoes, I still have the majority of my teeth and my father is not also my cousin. I just thought I would clear that all up since narrow-minded people like you have that impression of us.

I would rather live in a poor, uneducated environment, that year after year is rated as one of the SAFEST STATES in the Country…I think it says something about the morality of the "Superior States".

Rob Johnson   May 20th, 2008 12:15 pm ET

It seems that the spiteful, vengeful pettiness that is a hallmark of the Clinton political machine is contagious.

It bothers me that some of you would gladly hand the keys to the White House to John McCain, not because you agree with his policies, but to "teach Obama/DNC/INSERT ENEMY HERE" a lesson. Because it's not about what is best for the country, it is about punishing your enemies, right?

Then again, when Hillary herself practices the politics of retribution and vengeance, you can't be surprised that she attracts people who think the same way.

Melissa, Portland, OR   May 20th, 2008 12:15 pm ET

So I'm a huge supporter of Obama, and I turned in my ballot last week for today's primary…but seriously, what is with the pictures of Clinton regularly being posted on this site? They are almost always unflattering, and my question is, who is picking these to post? It's been a rough campaign and the candidates are friggin tired…a little discretion would be a bit more respectful, don't you think? I'm just sayin'.

Barb Hribar   May 20th, 2008 12:15 pm ET

To Hillary Clinton
I am pulling for you and really want you to win the election
I pray everyday you win this race you will have my vote forsure

Hope you win no make that you will win{I hope}

funny numbers   May 20th, 2008 12:15 pm ET

How is it that Clinton want to count Michigan and Florida and not count the votes in the caucus states. Why aren't the reporters pointing this out. So MI and FL count but the others don't . It would seem to me that if she wants to count all votes then count all votes, including the caucus states. But she wont do that because it will take away her argument of having the lead in the popular vote.

To Clinton supports (especially those who threaten to go McCain), She does not have a majority, this is a democracy, Why would you turn your back on the party becuase a black man beat Clinton (fairly)? You really need to search your hearts and ask yourself. do we want universal healthcare? do we want to end this war? Do we want a better education system to help America's children compete internationally?

No = vote for McCan
Yes = Vote democratic (this means the Black guy that you are not familiar with, who beat your choice for the first woman president. It is not about gender or race it is about the issues. And McCain has all of the wrong answers.

Venus   May 20th, 2008 12:13 pm ET

CNN – you need to update your Ticker…..

Tick… Tock….Tick… Tick…

Obama got 2-more Superdelegates this morning!

Best of luck today Obama in Oregon!

Jason, Texas   May 20th, 2008 12:13 pm ET

Those of you touting the experience card are ignorant. Our best presidents lacked in that very category… Lincoln, Kennedy, etc. It's because they are able to think outside the box and not be more of the same. Come on people, think for once in your life.

Obama 08   May 20th, 2008 12:12 pm ET

MD Houston and others who feel Hillary was entitiled to the White House whatever. She should have run in 2004 but she did not nobody was stopping her. I was never in love with Kerry so she had her chance then as well. You dont want to see the list where BLACKS couldnt even wait in line or come in the door due to whites so dont even go there. This country has a long way to go and Barack being the next Dem Nominee has brought out just far that truly is. As a female Hillary does NOT inspire me and she never has. I will have my girl power sign when we have a female politican running for the white house who does inspire me.

CNN loves Hillary   May 20th, 2008 12:12 pm ET

If Hillary was the "experienced fighter" people CLAIM she is, she would not have ignored the caucus system and would be ahead in every legitimate measurable category. LOL

If McCain were the "experienced leader," people CLAIM, he would not have had to fire 5 of his top campaign advisors. LOL

Get over your animosity!! Obama, the freshman senator, has won the nomination…fair and square.

BTW, I don't believe real dems would be sooo foolish as to write in Hillary or vote McCain. These posters are Repubs. Don't listen to them!!

MJV Tampa   May 20th, 2008 12:11 pm ET

I am going to send Billery a calculator! With INSTRUCTIONS!! Just want to say thanks to Billery & Obama keep up the good work. Senator McCain loves it.

All the best next President John McCain!!

Y   May 20th, 2008 12:11 pm ET

If Obama could beat Hillary and several other democratic candidates in the primary, what makes us think he can't beat McCain? Obama does not have a problem winning the white vote. He may have a problem winning the racist vote, but the population of racists in America is decreasing.

Obama '08

Michelle from Colorado   May 20th, 2008 12:11 pm ET

Fuzzy math or not…Obama ought to wake up. Since he won in caucus stateswhere these states do not share actual numbers of "popular vote", he truly is dealing with unknown numbers as to how popular he is. Hillary knows for sure, as do I, that she is the one who can beat McCain in November. She has real nuber and solid facts. Obama reminds me of the popular kid in gym, only choosing the other popular kids to be on his dodgeball team. He only thinks everybody admires him. But down deep most of the kids dislike his arrogance and heady confidence.
Hillary is the girl with confidence in her heart. Those who are jealous may hate her. But those who know she can get the job done quietly support her and cheer her on. You Go, Girl!!!!

Megan, Oregon   May 20th, 2008 12:11 pm ET

I am an Obama supporter–but I have great respect for Senator Clinton. I think it would do everyone commenting here a lot of good to read the actual words of these candidates and thoughtfully spend the time to get to know their policy positions, rather than arguing over character issues and threatening to not vote for the other person. I would gladly vote for Senator Clinton if she earned the nomination. Our task at hand is to be mature adults and Democrats and think of the future of the nation before our own loyalties. John McCain is a disastrous choice. Not voting is a disastrous choice. Please, stop all the negativity and get behind our candidate–whether Senator Clinton or Senator Obama. Neither one is a perfect human being–we cannot expect that. But, we can make a choice to be maturely and respectfully invested in our nation. Think of the future of our children, ourselves, and our parents before being petty and small-minded.

Democrats '08.

Mike   May 20th, 2008 12:11 pm ET

Senator Obama appears to be our best hope of actually changing America in so many ways. He will certainly improve our relationship with other countries. This idea that we should not negotiate with other countries because we have label them one way or the other is insane. What could it hurt to talk to Hamas? You may be able to find a common ground to settle this. I would do on heck of alot of negotiating to save you children from both sides from being killed in senseless violence. American revolutinaries were considered terrorists by the British. Had the British negotiated with them after the Olive branch petition was given to them, we would probably be British today.

American government is dominated by big business. Senator Obama would at least try to remove them from Washington. I doubt he would be sucessful–but he would try.

Hilary like her husband will say whatever it takes to win and gain power. Of the three canidates she is the most dishonest and corrupt.

Barrack is far left of me, but he will try to make a difference and is the most honest of the three. I think character counts and they sure aren't coming up with much on Obama. So I will vote Obama and if Hilary somehow manages to win the Democratic nomination, I will vote McCain because I think he is more honest of the two.

SlimSista   May 20th, 2008 12:09 pm ET

TO AJ…

YOU AND YOUR RACISTS REMARKS REFLECT YOUR IGNORGANCE….AFRICAN AMERICANS ON MAKE UP 14% OF VOTES IN AMERICA…SO THAT MEANS THAT HE IS GETTING ALOT OF WHITE VOTERS VOTING FOR HIM…

AS AN AFRICAN AMERICAN I TAKE YOUR INSULTS VERY PERSONAL …IT IS HATEFUL, RACISTS LIKE YOURSELF THAT MAKES THIS ELECTION ABOUT RACE WHICH IT IS NOT….MOVE TO ANOTHER COUNTRY AS WE DO NOT NEED YOU IN AMERICA….

Darrell   May 20th, 2008 12:09 pm ET

To: the DNC and Howard Dean and Barrach Husein Obama

1.7 Mil Democrats voted in Florida we want our Vote To Count and we want to be seated at the Convention do it or loose it

Linda   May 20th, 2008 12:09 pm ET

When will Hillary disappear?

Modern Monkey!!!!   May 20th, 2008 12:07 pm ET

Why are you guys even covering her……she had a good run and almost made it, but then Obama came along and stole the carpet right out from under her feet!!!!!

T-Bone in IL   May 20th, 2008 12:07 pm ET

I find it funny that all of the Hillary supporters are complaining that not everyone has had a chance to vote yet. If you look at McCain – He is already the purposed nomonee of the Republicans – WITHOUT ALL OF THE VOTER VOTING IN EACH STATE.

You all would not be complaining if Hillary had been able to shore up the election in Feb. though would you.

The thing is, that as long as the nomonee has reached that Golden number they are the one that gets to run in the GE. I understand that most likely niether of our candidates will reach that number. OBAMA has the lead now in every facit possible, even with Hillary winning in Kentucky, this would not change this fact.

No mattrer how you dice it, it doesn't change the reallity of the election process.

For those who keep bringing up FL & MI, I too feel those two states should be counted, but it should be done fairly. Hillary opposed a count that would atleast include MI, because she stated it would not favor her enough. That's BULL, Obama took his name off of the ballot because the DNC asked EVERY candidate to do so. Hillary was the only one who didn't HMMMM. As for Florida, give Hillary the votes she recieved and give the rest to OBAMA.

I know that if Obama is the winner that some of the Hillary Supporters will go over to McCain and that s O.K. Thats your choice, but I don't think that it will affect the outcome. One thing that Obama has been able to do is reconnect with the voters. People tend to gravitate toward him, because of his spirit fro change.

By the way, I grew up poor, am a Vet, but now a college educated, working professional. I now live the American Dream because I made it possible by utilizing my resources. This is one more reasons I connect with Barack and feel that he will be abe to eventually conncet with all voters.

OBAMA 08′

Noble Seattle, WA   May 20th, 2008 12:06 pm ET

Its seems to me that Hillary is living her life like a candle in the wind. No wonder Elton John did a fund raiser for her. If wishes were horses beggers will ride, but wishes are not horses so,…. My sympathy goes to Hillary who earlier at the begining of the primary voting season was clearly the front-runner and favoured to win the nomination and possibly the general election only to subsequently slip behind. I think that explains Hillary's frustration. But what explains the turn around of events is when she made the election seem more about the Clintons and forgot that "vox populi, vox dei" – voice of the people is the supreme law.

Maybe Hillary thinks she can box Obama into a corner of offering a V.P position, maybe to help pay for some of her debt. Well, if that is the case, then she is beating her hands on a fully loaded truck. The truck is full hillary and ready to deliver!

Strait talk : Hillary, why are you doing all of these?

Joe - Wilmington, DE   May 20th, 2008 12:06 pm ET

I guess Hillary can't stand the fact that the coronation will not happen after all; that people saw through the Clinton charade.

Bev McClain   May 20th, 2008 12:06 pm ET

At a rally in Kentucky, Hillary Clinton told the audience that she "has more electoral votes, enough to win".

Has she forgotten that if she were to get the nomination, she would have to run against the Republican nominee (McCain) before she got those electoral votes, "enough to win"?

Who takes the voters for idiots?

I'm very very very tired of this woman and I'm even more weary of a media that panders to the most ignorant among the voters, that doesn't ask the questions about the issues that are important to the people.

These candidates are not taking questions from people at these events. When the media, our representatives, get to ask the candidates questions, it's about irrelevancies. I don't care if the candidates wear flag pins. I don't care about Rev. Wright. I don't care what Geraldine Ferraro has to say. I don't care what the polls say.

I do care about US foreign policy that causes blowback on citizens back home. I do care about domestic policy that isn't just for the benefit of the most privileged Americans, but for ALL Americans.

Obama 08   May 20th, 2008 12:06 pm ET

Wow AJ, were blacks ruining the party when we voted (majority) for Clinton NOT once but TWICE!!!!!!!! As long as we "stay in our place" then things are fine in your mind. Well I have news for you we are NOT on the plantation anymore and we can vote for whoever we want to vote for be it Hillary, McCain or Barack. Barack is no more arrogant than anybody else whoever ran for President. I guess what you really want to say is he is an Uppity Negro and you dont like well tough cookies..lol I LOVE IT I LOVE IT I LOVE IT

YES WE CAN

Darrell   May 20th, 2008 12:06 pm ET

I am from Florida and I am a democart that has voted my entire life Democrat unless the DNC counts Florida's Vote and we are the 4th largest State in the Union the Majority of the Democrats will not fall in line at the Convention if we are not counted then the Staate will go Republican. At this time every Democrat I know is going to Vote for McCaine. Wake Up Howard Dean Wake Up DNC wake up OBama what are you afraid of by not letting our votes count. We are the 4th Largest State in the Union and our Voice and Vote will be heard and Cast in November and you can not take that away from us

Jordan   May 20th, 2008 12:05 pm ET

WH,
Its interesting that you use the word "court" in your "i'm voting for mccain over obama even though i believe in democratic ideals" speech. Have you even given any thought at all as to who is going to choose the next few supreme court justices? Do you really want mccain making these decisions over obama? If so, you are not a democrat and should rethink what you truly believe in.

It is the biggest shame of all that 99.99999 percent of this country do not give any thought whatsoever to the US Supreme court — the MOST important issue BY FAR that will face the next president.

FactCheck   May 20th, 2008 12:05 pm ET

> Us Hillary supports will vote for McCain because he has the
> experience to guide the US through this difficult period of time.
> We can wait another 4 years to put Hillary in the White House.

You must really be delusional. Do you think anyone in the DNC is insane enough to actually supporter her in '12 if she actively tries to take down the party this year? Keep living' the dream.

Mish, NYC   May 20th, 2008 12:05 pm ET

Whats funny to me is how a number of HRC supporters are mentioning Bill Clinton's success during his presidency and is somehow trying to make a direct connection of that success to HRC if she becomes president. Back when Bill Clinton was running for President, I don't think he mismanaged money, constantly lied and changed the rules to benefit him in the race and he also didnt have a history of shady friends and dealings (albeit he was probably obtaining all of the shadiness at that time). All I have to say is this..any "Democrat" that decides to vote for McCain will be making a BIG mistake, I think its time for someone new and different in office this time around (and not a Republican!). What people must understand is that while the President is the Commander in Chief, he has a team of advisers who will be seasoned and knowledgeable and will (hopefully) make the right decisions to improve this country and bring it back to the respectful superpower that it once was before President Bush and his team ruined it. I hate to say it, but I may have to sell my Co-Op and move to Canada if McCain becomes president, the fact that he is so out of touch with the issues that is currently affecting us right now (Mainly the economy, with the Iraq war of equal importance as well), it scares the bejesus out of me when "Democrats" say that they will vote for him instead.

Thomas a. Lewis   May 20th, 2008 12:05 pm ET

What gets me is that all this blog contains is mistrust and problems with both Obama and Clinton. Smartest thing I ever heard from a Dem. When will we wake up, see the 60s are over and realy try to fix a lost America?
McCain in 08!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

CNN loves Hillary   May 20th, 2008 12:04 pm ET

2 supers for Obama this morning….105 delegates needed to win!!

shelly in IL   May 20th, 2008 12:04 pm ET

May 20th, 2008 9:57 am ET

Tired of the lies
Tired of the fake hair color
Tired of the botox
Tired of the pant-suits
Tired of Clintons

Get out of the way you champion of yesterday
^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^

This is to funny @ Old & White w/ GED… Good stuff, keep'em coming!

RR   May 20th, 2008 12:03 pm ET

General Custer kept fighting also….

yen   May 20th, 2008 12:03 pm ET

Is this Bill and Hills legacy?Hunger for power is driving them nuts. Does she really think she will win?God save America from the clintons!!!!!

Jon, Pittsburgh, PA   May 20th, 2008 12:02 pm ET

Obama supporters continue to accuse Hillary of tearing the party apart. Please reflect on the argument she makes for her being the best candidate to win against McCain. It is a good and solid argument she makes. You don't want to listen and believe it and instead call her names and plead with her to drop out. Would you advise your children to stop competing in a contest this close?

I plan to vote for Obama if he's the nominee. Please don't blame Clinton if the Democrats lose in the fall. She has been stating her case all along and it's valid.

Darrell   May 20th, 2008 12:02 pm ET

We need to count all votes in all states before the Convention is Seated last time I looked we had 50 States not 48 Hey DNC you are not a Dictatorship and States have their rights

Phil   May 20th, 2008 12:02 pm ET

Jane L. Obama was raked over the coals during the PA debates by ABC IIRC. It wasn't a debate so much as it was an Obama roast. I think both of them have had their moments in the sun with the media.

AMB   May 20th, 2008 12:01 pm ET

To the clinton backer from Iowa—This middle aged white woman is an Obama backer from Iowa and I am delighted to have him return to the state. I had the privilege of sitting down with him one-on-one to talk about the issues. I found him to be genuine, inspiring and a true visionary when it came to his ideas on healthcare, the economy, alternative energy sources, education and many other topics. What I see in Hillary is the acts of a desperate woman, clinging to a fading hope that she and Bill will once again rule the White House. I commend her for her historic run and I think that she has paved the way for women in the future who may wish to make a bid for the presidency or other prominent elected offices. Thanks, Hillary, but now it's time to step aside and help reunite the feuding sides of the Democratic party. History will remember her for how she steps out of this race…either graceful and graciously or resentful and defiantly.

Darrell   May 20th, 2008 12:00 pm ET

I am a Democrat for my Whole Life and never voted for a Republican but due to the way the DNC and Howard Dean have handled Florida and I am from Florida and they are telling us our Votes and State will not Count at the Convention. Unless the State of Florida is fully seated before they pick a winner then I will vote Republican. Everyone in the media and on Obama Team and DNc dismiss us and think we are dumb lambs that will just follow the Democratic Leader well they are Dead Wrong Florida the 4th Largest State in the Union will get Revenge and Deliver the State to the Republicans. You have the DNC and Howard Dean to thank for this mess

TJP   May 20th, 2008 12:00 pm ET

First he disenfranchised Florida and Michigan by refusing to let them hold a revote. Now he disenfranchises Blue Collar voters by not even making one appearance in Kentucky and touching down for 1 photo op playing pool in West Virgninia. The photo op playing pool is right on target for Obama. This guy is a real "hustler". The true colors of this arrogant inexperienced candidate will be revealed when he's trounced by McCain in November.

Jeanne, San Diego   May 20th, 2008 12:00 pm ET

Poor old Clinton, fighting a lost battle. Hopes she wakes up to reality soon. She's beginning to look rather pathetic.

Xavier, St. Louis, MO   May 20th, 2008 12:00 pm ET

The question to Clinton and her supporters is, "what's the real reason she's still in the race?" The longer she's stays in the race, the more debt she's going to accumulate. Someone has to pay for her visits to Kentucky, West Virginia, etc., Chelsea’s and Bill visits to different parts of the country and the list goes on and on.

As we all know, including Hillary and her faithful followers, this race is over.

Caucus States   May 20th, 2008 12:00 pm ET

I can speak for caucus in Texas only. It was totally disorganized and a real joke. A large number of people did not particiate (elderly, sick, inconvenient work schedule, single parent) in the caucus. I for one voted in the primary, but had to be at work at 5:30 the next morning. Some of the caucus did not even begin until 12am. Also, it is a known fact that some people in Texas voted three times (early voted, primary, and caucus.) Like Texas a lot of the caucus states will be Red in November. Senator Clinton is correct about that. In some of these states Republicans crossed over and voted for Obama out of their hatred for the Clinton's.

Andrew Nelle   May 20th, 2008 11:59 am ET

The issue is not weither or not Hillary is a good choice or Obama is a good choice, the simple fact of the matter is the math is not there for Clinton. She would have to shut out Obama completly in all the last few primaries in order to just tie him. Even if she kills him in Kentucky and Puerto Rico as she is projected to do she still can't jump ahead of him, I understand how bad people want there to still be a chance for her but if you play with the delegate counter on the CNN website you'll see that if she wins all 4 remaining primaries thus far she still only catches up to him not beating him at all. They said on CNN even if she gets Florida and Michigan she still can't win because Obama has more super delegates then does. Clinton needs to step back and look at the bigger picture which is that she holds the key to helping the Dem's win this year, she needs to back Obama and stop dragging her feet. She has shown the world that she can fight a good fight, fine thats great good job now move over and let Obama go to work on John Mccain.

Nelle Florida

Rebecca   May 20th, 2008 11:59 am ET

The overall voters do not represent the few idiots on this board who say they will vote for McCain over Obama if Hillary doesn't win. You idiots go ahead and vote for McCain. You're not proving anything other than your stupidity.

White/Educated/Rich-Female...labels dont matter   May 20th, 2008 11:58 am ET

This is over, the number and the majority of the country have spoke and Obama is the voice of new politics that we need for a new generation. America is tired of being seen as a bully on the global scale, let get over old politics and start making a newer, better GLOBAL america and if you want that, do you realy think McCain can speak to the planet with out being seen as 4 more years of bush?

Johnny McCain   May 20th, 2008 11:58 am ET

Hillary
Do you mind if I use your blueprint for using fear mongering to corner the redneck and klan vote? Thanks Hon! Please send me your notes on how you calculate votes in your favor. I might need your math to win the general election in November!

Johnny

Mark   May 20th, 2008 11:57 am ET

Hillary is beating this dog to death and if anyone of us beat a dog this bad PETA would of been called and we would of been hauled of to jail. Hillary stop lick your wounds and support the party now not yourself nobody is pulling you down but your self save face and get out while your not marked as an idiot

Sharon Minnesota   May 20th, 2008 11:56 am ET

Found on and copied from another network's blog. I couldn't have said it better myself.

As many of you know, Obama has hired hundreds of paid bloggers to surf the net and spread his lies and propaganda. After reviewing many of these posts, it appears that they have developed a strategy to con Hillary Clinton supporters and Independents into voting for Obama using various ploys, including: (1) The "Supreme Court" card, i.e. if Obama doesn't win, McCain will appoint conservative judges. (2) The "Roe v. Wade" card, i.e. if Obama doesn't win, the Supreme Court will overturn Roe v. Wade; (3) The "race card,", which we are all very familiar with since Obama entered the race i.e. if you are against Obama, then you are a racist; (4) The "real Democrat" card, i.e. "real Democrats" will vote for the Democratic nominee whether they like him/her or not; (5) The "baby killer card", i.e. if John McCain wins, he will institute a draft and you will be responsible for the killing of babies; and (6) The "Hillary would want you to vote for Obama" card, which is self-explanatory. ______It is important to know that although Obama, his supporters, the DNC and party elite, and the mainstream media have conspired to marginalize the millions of Democrats who have voted for Hillary, or who do not support Obama, they will now be using every trick in the book to "bring the party together" to further the ruthless ambitions of Obama and the party elite. They will want you to forget all about the months and months of biased press, the biased party elite, the insults, and the race-cards. They will want you to forget that the Democratic Party now is the party that stands for disenfranchisement and the rationalization of racism, if it results in the nomination of their hand-picked candidate. They will use all of the above-mentioned "cards" and more, to persuade you to vote for the man who they have preordained as the Democratic nominee. DON'T FALL FOR IT! _______Whether you want to write-in Hillary, if possible, vote for John McCain rather than Obama, or sit out the election, remember that your action or inaction could result in the election of the inexperienced, deceptive, ruthless, divisive, black liberation theology believing, terrorist befriending, race-card throwing Obama. UNLESS YOU DESIRE THIS RESULT, PLEASE MAKE YOUR DECISIONS WISELY.

Clinton Backer   May 20th, 2008 11:56 am ET

Prove it, don't come on blogs and start falsely accusing people of illegal action without proof. You might find yourself with a lawsuit in the end.

Exxon   May 20th, 2008 11:55 am ET

All who say they will vote for McCain, if Hillary does not win. Go right ahead, who cares. I noticed no one is kissing your blank to stay including Mr. Obama. You spoiled brat, you are just mad because the election did not turn out the way you thought it would. The vote you are casting will not make a bit of difference. Idiot's

Robert in Toronto,ON   May 20th, 2008 11:55 am ET

To onelessvoteforObama and every other woman not voting for Obama because he is 'sexist'….

First of all, if Barack Obama was sexist…how do you explain his relationship with Michelle? Do you ever hear him demeaning her? No. You hear him telling the Tennesse GOP to "lay off his wife". To call Obama sexist absolutely ridiculous.

And secondly, if you thinkby voting for McCain you're doing Hillary Clinton some justice against the unfair media, go ahead and do some research on John McCain and his questionable track record with women.
- how about voting AGAINST women getting pay raises?
- how about making abortions ILLEGAL
- how about calling his own wife derogatory remarks (like c***) IN PUBLIC

….you want to vote for THAT GUY? REALLY? OK. Enjoy setting back women's movements about 50 years by trying to put him back in office.

Democrat in Des Moines   May 20th, 2008 11:54 am ET

Mike from Westchester:

Your approach is flawed. The American people had the opinion at one time that George Bush had a likeable personality. That doesn't make him a great president, does it?

maya   May 20th, 2008 11:54 am ET

Headline in newspaper:
Hanford Question Stumps Obama

Says it all. Apparently, though he was stumping in neighboring Oregon and WA state has already voted—-Mr Obama knows NOTHING about THE NATION'S MOST CONTIMINATED NUCLEAR AREA!!

This is such a disgrace. Obama is such a weak media created candidate, empty suit.

E. POWELL I MD, E POWELL MD II & ER. POWELL MD   May 20th, 2008 11:54 am ET

GIVE HRC CREDIT. WE HAVE AN OLD SAYING DOWN HERE IN THE OLD SOUTH/NEW SOUTH —- GIVE CREDIT WHEN IT IS DUE, BUT, BE CAREFUL OF WHO YOU ARE GIVING IT TO". AS FAR AS HRC, TIME WILL TELL WHETHER SHE HAS EARNED ALL THE CREDIT THAT PEOPLE ARE GIVING HER FOR BEING A "FIGHTER'. HER ACTIONS AS BEING A LOSER WILL MOST CERTAINLY HAVE THE MOST LASTING EFFECTS ON HER CHARACTER THAN HOW MUCH OF A FIGHTER SHE REALLY IS. TO WIN MANY BATTLES AND LOSE
THE WAR IS ONE THING, BUT, IN LOSING THE WAR WITH CHARACTER HAS THE LASTING EFFECT WITH THE PEOPLE.

Huynh Van   May 20th, 2008 11:53 am ET

I think Sen Hillary Clinton will do better than Sen Obama because She has Mr Bill Clinton to help her. Bill Clinton was a good president during his term of presidency.

victor   May 20th, 2008 11:53 am ET

all hillary supporters who say they wud vote for McCain , dont whine afterwards about high food prices , high gas prices and when your sons and daughters will have to join the army and bundled off to Iraq just to pay for college , McCain is another George Bush and like him he is also an "experienced IDIOT"

Phil   May 20th, 2008 11:52 am ET

Christine, I think the more vindictive among you are a somewhat marginalized group. Whatever happens happens, and Democracy will prevail in the end.

The Anti-Hillary   May 20th, 2008 11:52 am ET

People like Phyllis/ PA represent part of the problem: women think that they have that whole sisterhood thing locked down. They vote with their panties instead of their brains. If any of you Clintonistas who wear bras would think for a second, you'd realize this chick sent your kids, your grandkids, your neighbor's kids to war!! They come back in bodybags and you're still willing to vote for her idiocy? That's why there will never be a woman president. Instead of seeing things as business, you take things WAYYY too personally.

GO OBAMA '08!!

ANGEL in NV   May 20th, 2008 11:51 am ET

obama/clinton

Caroline   May 20th, 2008 11:51 am ET

Gees that's one haggard-looking woman.

Get some sleep, Hillary. Barack'll take it from here.

Kiki in DC   May 20th, 2008 11:51 am ET

I am trying to figure out why people keep saying Obama don't have any Experience. When bush became president he did not have any Experience, however he was given 4 more yrs and look what he has done. So don't tell me about Experience, Now let compare Expericence to non Experience. Look at what bush did with Experience how can someone without Experience trump someone with Experience.

Bottom Line No Candiates that are running have experience when you become the President of United States it is on job training. No one can prepare for that job.

I have a question for all you DIE HARD Hillary supporters did you donate to her campaign?? If so she would not have to give her own campaign 6.4 millon. Instead of blogging hateful words towards Obama and his supporters. Help you Bilary out in the money department that is about all you can do at this point.

Southern Girl   May 20th, 2008 11:50 am ET

Unite and support the winning nominee and unify the democratic party for the november election……yeaaa righttttt hillary..

Because of you a lot of democratic are talking about voting for another republican or not voting……

mission accomplish lady all about self;
……just like you agreed to not include the two states who broke the rules, but now you got them thinking you really care about their vote….guess BY your history no one should be surprised at your way of getting things your way or no way.
…… you voted for the war, but now if you are president you will bring them home….master of fooling people when only they are needed for you and bill needs
….if we lose in november you stole the chance for us as true democrats a chance to have a democratic to be our president
…how do you sleep at night…or should I say what are you going to say when the phone rings at 3 am, and the presidents draft our daughters between the age of 18 – 35, to finish the fight our sons died in for the next 100 years?
…your voters in the two states that you cared nothing about as voters, and when you needed their numbers for votes all of a sudden they are important.
…making them think that you were unfairly done wrong by the dnc party, when those voters should honestly feel you and their representative of those states cared nothing about them then and not now, you sold them out because you thought you was going to s.

I had respect for you until it was shown you are not the person you proclaim to be………..

george bush   May 20th, 2008 11:50 am ET

there will be no "healing" of the democratic party to propel obama bin laden into the white house. i am a yellow dog democrat and come from a lomg line of them. obama bin laden is destroying the democratic party. i will never vote democratic again should the republicans succeed in getting him nominated. goodbye democrats turn out the light the party is over.

Marie-Lynn   May 20th, 2008 11:49 am ET

CNN you must adjust the card for Obama. He got more delegates that is show on your political site..

kim   May 20th, 2008 11:49 am ET

Obama is such a disrespect to woman. Im speaking for a group of people in los angeles california. Who plan on either voting for Mc Cain or Clinton, or doing a write in ballot with H.R.C on it. It's not a threat. She is the best on the list ..

LB   May 20th, 2008 11:49 am ET

Why is Clinton still trying to divide the dem party? Obama is going to Florida next week to try and unite them. Clinton plans on going there too. Why would she want to do this knowing it will only make a bigger divide. Does she secretly want McCain to win in Nov.?

Maksim Tsionskiy   May 20th, 2008 11:49 am ET

IF YOU REALLY WANT CHANGE IN COUNTRY AND NOT BUSH 3RD TERM VOTE DEMOCRAT, DON'T MATTER WHO IS NOMINEE, WE CAN 'T AFFORD ANOTHER 4 YEARS OF BUSH. IF YOU REALLY CARE ABOUT COUNTRY YOU VOTE DEMOCRATIC.

Johnny McCain   May 20th, 2008 11:48 am ET

Who are the people still funding Hillary's campaign? Steer them to me as I have this great bridge for sale in Brooklyn. Maybe some Florigan swamp land to go with it? You Clintonians keep squawking and spending because every dollar you spend, every hate filled word you spew turns into votes for me!!

Johnny McCain '08!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Tony C. - DC   May 20th, 2008 11:48 am ET

If Obama is the nominee, say hello to President McBush for the next four years.

Karen   May 20th, 2008 11:48 am ET

To all the Hillary Supporter who say they won't vote for Obama:

What bothers me is that you speak as if Obama stole the nomination from Hillary Clinton. He's winning, fair and square.
Why can't you acccept that. Why are you hating him because he is winning. He's winning according to the rules. Fairly!

His policies are almost the same as Hillary's. Sooo, why won't you vote for Obama? Why are you so angry with Obama?

He has only campaigned fairly and if he is the nominee, he has every right to compete for the Presidency. He has won that right.

Hillary can keep saying, I'm the most electable, but it doesn't matter, Obama has won the right to compete against McCain. No one should be allowed to take that away. Win or lose in November, Obama has won the right to compete for the Presidency.

The rules say the one with 2025 delegates are the nominee. The United States is a competitive society. There is always a winner and loser.

I think you should all tell you kids and their baseball, football, soccer, gymnastics, bowling teams, etc, etc, that, if society thinks that they aren't good enough to beat the other league in their superbowls and world series, then they don't deserve to compete even though they won all season. Because, this is what you're telling Obama!

Don't be sore losers. This is all too serious!!!!!

Dee   May 20th, 2008 11:48 am ET

Senator Obama must refrain from appearing haughty tonight to those who support Senator Clinton as well as the Senator who continues on her race to the White House. I am still confused to how someone who lived briefly on food stamps who is being rejected by people who, too, have had or has this experience. Sometimes the media I think decide the rules and we follow their lead.
This is crazy dumb. Senator Clinton is the candidate of what people. How. Applachian people do not condone men running and the women can not possibly want their daughters to be Mrs. Clinton and watch many dollars go to other women because of her husband's mess ups.
I think that is why her husband works so hard for her – his mess ups and his encouraging his wife to vote for the war. Had she followed her mind set- Senator Obama might not had had a strong case for his candidancy. However actually she should had ran four years ago.
I hope she works diligently to get Senator Obama in to The White House and after his eight she runs again with all of our blessings and support. We will be obligated to her for her support to the party and the President.

Randy M   May 20th, 2008 11:48 am ET

Hillary is just another punch drunk fighter who keeps swinging after the bell. She has become so irrelevant in the last week. Even Senator Byrd D-WV, endorsed Obama after her "huge" victory in his state. When will she figure out her fuzzy math isn't going to work and IF she had any shot at VP, she's throwing that out the window too.

The only thing I regret about Clinton losing this primary is we have to keep her as a Senator here in NY….uuuuggghhhhhh!!!!!!!

Tony C. - DC   May 20th, 2008 11:48 am ET

Out of the two stooges we have to choose from, Hillary is the only one to beat McCain in November. If the Dems. and the "super"delegates can't FINALLY see that after the last 8 horrific years, then we deserve to lose AGAIN!

We may never be this close to taking the White House and Congress with such ease, but some people just NEVER GET IT!

It's all in the manipulation........   May 20th, 2008 11:48 am ET

If all votes are counted, Clinton is ahead in popular vote.

Of the states that Clinton has won, they represent that she is ahead in electoral college votes.

Oregonians, wake up – Obama has left you in the dust with little regard and an expected win. Go with a winner, go with Clinton!

Independent99999   May 20th, 2008 11:47 am ET

Hillary's Math is Hiarious. She is like a 5 year old pampered kid who must always win. With the kind of math Hillary puts out, she will make us all BANKRUPT and then claim that she made all of us BILLIONS of dollars of wealth.

GO OBAMA   May 20th, 2008 11:46 am ET

After all what Hillary is yapping, she still is a good brave democrat and will support Obama, in comparison with all those disguised Hillary supporters, they are misled republicans and just wanna cover up
McCains /Bush's failed policies.

Obama for president!!!

BigAce   May 20th, 2008 11:46 am ET

NEWSFLASH!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Obama does not control the media or how they have portrayed HRC during this nomination process.

HRC has attacked Obama and Obama has attacked HRC. As Bill said, its a part of the political process. HRC thinks she is the better candidate, Obama thinks he is better. It was left up to the people to decide. And the people choose Obama.

If I didn't know better it would seem that the HRC supporters expected the nomination to automatically be given to HRC. As if she were the next to take the office without any competitors.

It reminds me of the NC State vs Houston game and how everyone expected Houston to blow out NC State, but we know what happened in that game.

Phil   May 20th, 2008 11:46 am ET

Sorry Peter, you need votes to win an election. Not a personality cult.

Susan   May 20th, 2008 11:45 am ET

Oops! a Senator from michaigan just threw his support to Obama. It does not count yet, but it will. I love this stuff!

It's all in the manipulation........   May 20th, 2008 11:45 am ET

From the states that Obama has won, they represent 220 ish electoral college votes – from the states that Clinton has won, they represent 300 electoral college votes and only 274 are needed to win the Presidency.

Popular vote…including all states that have cast votes to date, Clinton is ahead.

Clinton is a better candidate and will be McCain in November!!!!

*******

Watch out Oregonians….this is how he will treat your state if he becomes the nominee….going back to Iowa – a more important state that Oregon. Interesting!!!

He is a transparent politician for sure – see right through the suit – no substance. He claims he will change things but gives no outline of HOW regarding gas prices, foreign policy issues (for example, what topic would he like to talk to Iran about?), etc. A very transparent suit.

Oregonians…see who this man is for what he is – a great talker with little to no substance. Stand strong!!! Stand for a leader!!! Stand for someone who will work hard for each American citizen!!! Stand with Senator Clinton.

joe   May 20th, 2008 11:44 am ET

I just cast my vote here in KY for OBAMA and he will get my vote in Nov. There is no way I am going to vote for BUSH II. Our military has suffered enough under one idiot.

Phil   May 20th, 2008 11:44 am ET

Obama wasn't on the ballot in Michigan. You must not be a democrat, or believe in democracy at all to want to count the Michigan vote. Even if Florida were counted it would not change things. Even so, you don't change your election rules halfway through, or worse, near the end of an election. You just don't do it.

And not wanting to count caucus states? What kind of non-democratic nonsense is that? That's worse than Jeb Bush throwing votes into the dumpster.

NO OBAMA,NEVER   May 20th, 2008 11:44 am ET

Yes, I DO have children and grand children and that is exactly the reason I will NEVER vote for obama. The man is rot and unfit to run anything in this country. You want to believe the liar…….well help yourself….but I DO NOT.

jimmy   May 20th, 2008 11:44 am ET

This is NOT about being a democrat…. WAKE UP Obama Woodstock types. Hillary is simply the most qualified and most informed. That is why her supporters, for the most part, will not vote for your leader. We are saddened and angered by the bias and the ignorance of the followers.

We know she is the best choice and that is simply why our movement is on…. Hillary supporters have united to teach the DNC a lesson.
McCain '08 for Clinton '12
Obama, well, NEVER!

Democrats for Obama   May 20th, 2008 11:43 am ET

I'm a under educated middle age white male living in Kentucky. I'm voting for Obama today, but I find it offensive that people think that the poor and ignorant will only vote for Hillary. Just because we may be poor does not make us stupid.

Crush Rush   May 20th, 2008 11:42 am ET

Its time to hunt down the dittoheads and put them in camps.

Dave   May 20th, 2008 11:42 am ET

HilLIARy supporters= Poor and BITTER Losers!

Nothing but HATE coming from most of your posts….. don't be angry just because your favorite LOST! Unite the Democrats and vote with your head, not your heart in November!

show me   May 20th, 2008 11:42 am ET

what the headline should have read is clinton pander s on the fight s all but over

andrew s. rostolder   May 20th, 2008 11:42 am ET

loser, loser pants on fire. it is not about the country or the people. it is about hillary and bubba. they want to turn the white house back into a double wide with columns

leapfrog   May 20th, 2008 11:42 am ET

Anyone who thinks they'll cross over and vote repub, or not vote, out of spite, needs to remember, we live in a democracy. We follow whomever is elected, regardless of party or ideology because we accept that the majority rules. Those in the minority may not like it, but no one rebels because their candidate loses. Obama and Clinton are almost identical in their ideologies. You either believe in pro-choice or you don't. You either believe in social programs like universal health care or you don't. You either believe that corporate wellfare needs to be abolished or you don't. You either believe the war in Iraq must end or you don't. Those democrats who hiss and spit like alley cats over one candidate or another need to recall it's not the person who advances these platforms, but the party. If you don't believe in those things that the party belives in, then leave. But don't call yourself a democrat if you plan to abandon the party merely because your candidate couldn't make the cut.

Ed, Santa Fe NM   May 20th, 2008 11:42 am ET

Hillary is like stink on a Monkey….. no offense to stink…

it's unbelievable that Hillary's supporters keep yapping… she's $20M in the hole and can't win…. DO THE MATH AND SHUT UP, PEOPLE

It's all in the manipulation........   May 20th, 2008 11:42 am ET

Watch out Oregonians….this is how he will treat your state if he becomes the nominee….going back to Iowa – a more important state that Oregon. Interesting!!! Look at what he did with the Energy Bill and the effect it had on Oregon.

He is a transparent politician for sure – see right through the suit – no substance. He claims he will change things but gives no outline of HOW regarding gas prices, foreign policy issues (for example, what topic would he like to talk to Iran about?), etc. A very transparent suit.

Oregonians…see who this man is for what he is – a great talker with little to no substance. Stand strong!!! Stand for a leader!!! Stand for someone who will work hard for each American citizen!!! Stand with Senator Clinton.

DAN   May 20th, 2008 11:42 am ET

Obama the arrogant is a very small man not fit to be president. His ego doesn't reflect his capacity and intelligence. His sexist hurtful remarks are a sign of a low IQ. Lets give him an IQ test without his advisers or tele prompters. Obama and Bush are the two politicians who will not count votes in Florida and history is in the making folks. The media has fooled people in voting for him and now the backlash is comming. Hillary supporters should never vote for an arrogant sexist who's played the race card to win. Don't let them bamboozie you. Never vote Obama.

Republican for Hillary   May 20th, 2008 11:42 am ET

Please don't give up Hillary, for the country needs you!!! There are many Republicans like myself who are ready to stand with you to ensure are country gets back on track. Clinton is not the only choice…she is the BEST CHOICE!!!

Patricia in Las Vegas   May 20th, 2008 11:42 am ET

For all the Hillary supporters who are saying that they won't vote for Obama in November, you might want to know that BILL CLINTON HIMSELF said at the Nevada state convention in Reno this past weekend that no matter who the Democratic candidate is we need to vote Democratic in November. So there you go Clinton supporters, right from her husband's mouth … do not vote McCain or stay home!!!!!

DMWhipp   May 20th, 2008 11:41 am ET

A message to Hillary supporters:

If you are voting for McCain over Obama in the general election because you believe McCain is the better candidate and will lead this country in the right direction, I respect that.

If you are voting for McCain over Obama to prove the point your favorite candidate didn't win the nomination, you deserve no respect.

With McCain leading America, more young men and women will die in Iraq (and perhaps Iran), devasting their families (parents, wives, children, and other loved ones) because you choose to vent your anger in the voting booth.

But hey, I'm sure they'll appreciate the fact that they gave their lives to satisfy your anger and discontent. I hope their families will too.

manie   May 20th, 2008 11:41 am ET

With 21 millions dollars of debt… that she have to pay back How could she . She needs Obama to pay for her .Are you blind peoples.. Please wake up. for the best of democratic party..

Olivia   May 20th, 2008 11:41 am ET

Loyal to Iowa and disloyal to Oregon…….that is my read on not celebrating with oregonians on his expected victory. maybe they will see him for who he really is now….wishy washy.

When the time comes…..retribution. …for dissing Hillary unfairly.
Aptly said by some on this blog site.

Alex in San Diego   May 20th, 2008 11:40 am ET

If speaking in a campaign forum:

Chelsea should field questions from reporters as well as students.

Michelle can be called on her statements, If quoted correctly!

Cindy McCain should be transparent, I don't understand how she just can say no. My husband should be the leader of the free world, but I'll decide what I want to share. Never before and it shouldn't be accepted now.

Anon   May 20th, 2008 11:40 am ET

How much more debt has she gained since she has not learned to bow out?

Jordan   May 20th, 2008 11:40 am ET

Any Democrat that is willing to "write in Hillary or vote for McCain" is a spiteful moron that deserves exactly what they will get – Bush III. If McCain wins because of Democrats that vote republican, that will be very sad.

DB   May 20th, 2008 11:40 am ET

I get a kick out of Hillary supporters that use the argument that she is a better candidate in the GE. On what data are you basing that? Let me see, I think I can do that, too. Hillary has no chance of winning. Yep, that was easy. Make a statement with absolutely no evidence. I like this. Whatever I say is true. Florida and Michigan count but only Hillary's votes. Makes sense to me. Lol. You Clintonites are a piece of work.

Your candidate lost, not because of media bias but because Obama has more states, more delegates, and yes (even though you all want to come up with some new math) more votes. She has every right to stay in until the primaries are over but then she needs to bow out.

i am not dump   May 20th, 2008 11:40 am ET

you know why hilary stays in the race is because she wants to pay her debt. you know what I think. I think that she is a republican and a racist evil.

one of the 25%   May 20th, 2008 11:40 am ET

Obama you're complaining that they're picking on your wife, well it's too late for that. You had your wife out there campaigning for you, that makes her fair game. You're in the big leagues now, not back in the minor leauges, in Illinois.

leapfrog   May 20th, 2008 11:40 am ET

Anyone who thinks they'll cross over and vote repub, or not vote, out of spite, needs to remember, we live in a democracy. We follow whomever is elected, regardless of party or ideology because we accept that the majority rules. Those in the minority may not like it, but no one rebels because their candidate loses. Obama and Clinton are almost identical in their ideologies. You either believe in pro-choice or you don't. You either believe in social programs like universal health care or you don't. You either believe that corporate wellfare needs to be abolished or you don't. You either believe the war in Iraq must end or you don't. Those democrats who hiss and spit like alley cats over one candidate or another need to recall it's not the person who advances these platforms, but the party. If you don't believe in those things that the party belives in, then leave. But don't call yourself a democrat if you plan to abandon the party merely because your candidate couldn't make the cut.

Kolzey   May 20th, 2008 11:40 am ET

I'm a UK resident who's been following this primary saga for a while now and I find the events as they unfold quite fascinating. The immaturity displayed by the democratic bloggers (esp HRC's) is irritating. Saying that you'll vote for McCain just because your candidate hasn't won the nomination is sour and it's CuttingYourNoseToSpiteYourFaceEsque. What if roles were reversed and Obama supporters threaten to vote for the other party and you see your candidate lose the election in November because of in-fighting.

This is one of the hash realities of democracy: the minority have to live with the popular vote (until Jesus comes to sort us all out).

What will help immensely is the Obama supporters showing humility in victory towards Clinton supporters. It is foolish to celeberate winning a battle in such a way that weakens your ability to win the war. There is no prize for winning primaries: only the presidency.

So. Support your candidate but do not rub the opponents face in it.

I support and believe Obama will win the pry. but not in November unless this goading of the Clinton faction stops.

Lucyna   May 20th, 2008 11:39 am ET

Hillary Billary supporters want to vote for McCain if Obama will get nomination just because they are stupid. So let's them vote. We don't need idiots in Obama family and we will win in November anyway.

Chuck   May 20th, 2008 11:39 am ET

AJ:

All Dems who care about this country will vote for the Dem candidate. They will not follow your advice and jump parties or stay home and not vote because you personally are a sore loser.

Asking people to vote for McCain who will carry on the polcies of the worst President this country has seen (GWB) because Obama will most likely be the nominee and not Hillary is not only childish and immature but self-defeating. You are asking loyal Dems to self-destruct and self-defeat come November simply because another very large number of people (Obama supporters) are not meeting your expectations. In simpler terms, you're selfish, and live by the philosophy if I can't have my way no one else will have theirs.

Gringo   May 20th, 2008 11:39 am ET

To NEW POLITICS…

The caucus states should be discounted. What an undemocratic way to hold an election. Disenfranchises working people and elderly that can't be at the caucus at a certain time, and no secret ballot. Sounds like an election from North Korea or something !!

Independent   May 20th, 2008 11:39 am ET

Update..Madeline Borello of Guam just endorsed Obama. The Super Delegates keep on rolling in! Obama 08!

Pol   May 20th, 2008 11:38 am ET

Please, check Hillary's mental conditions.I think it is too much for her. She doesn't count Alyaska and may like to give it back to Russia because of "wrong" voting.

Clinton/Putin- 200?

Fran   May 20th, 2008 11:38 am ET

Why is it so wrong for Hillary to keep on fighting? Until a person reaches the magical number of 2025, there is no nominee. What are all the left wing Obama supporters afraid of? A floor fight in Denver which could yield Senator Clinton victorious. Let me remind all of you that without a woman fighter, Obama would be no where in this scenario. Without a WOMAN, Rosa Parks, Obama would not be where he is now. Think about that, it took a woman to bring about CHANGE…

Martha, Georgia   May 20th, 2008 11:38 am ET

Any politician knows the difficulty of giving up and throwing in the towel when the tide of losses are overwhelming. HRC and her campaign staffers made many costly and fatal manuevers for which she is refusing to acknowledge or even take responsibility. She believes that whatever the mistakes that were made the American people are to excuse such mistakes and it is business as usual. This is old style politics and the tides have changed to a point where a candidate has to be responsible for her/hiscampaign management style, it is just running the country. HRC ran a campaign based on her husband's actions and not her actions and accomplishments as NY Senator. Her husband's campaign and presidency was not at all perfect and took credit for some of the events that were naturally going to occur as a result of the fprevious presidency. It appears that HRC had one agenda in mind and that was to make her own female historical points, first first lady as Senator, first first lady as president. Unfortunate for her, she was the wrong individual for the time. As Bill Richardson indicated she believes it is an entitlement.

Ray   May 20th, 2008 11:38 am ET

The Clintons should swallow their pride, tuck their selfish ambition away, and whole-heartedly rally behind Obama because they are NOT going to the White House. They've had their time, they belong to the '90s.

America needs to be reinvigorated because her image has collapsed beyond recognition – thanks to the Bush administration which "too old man" McCain wants to continue.

This is a time for refreshing for America and neither the Clintons nor McCain can do it.
Obama is the only one that can put America on track again. LET"S GO!!!

Phil   May 20th, 2008 11:38 am ET

What is this Obama arrogance you speak of? It's called math. Try it sometime.

Linned   May 20th, 2008 11:37 am ET

I also agree with James, Redlands, CA. He makes some good points that both Senators Clinton and Obama supporters need to read.

carmen   May 20th, 2008 11:36 am ET

She is staying in so that at the end of it she can claim victory for something or anything and in the end it will be for having stayed in the race until the finish. Doesn't make any difference at this point except to her and for her own goals and ambitions.

Mish   May 20th, 2008 11:35 am ET

America just make sure you vote democratic!!!!
Americans need to get the WARMONGERS out of the whitehouse in November!!!
I have been reading from credible sources on the web for weeks now and again just this morning right here on CNN reports that the criminals BUSH and Cheney are going to start a war with Iran!!
The white house states its not true but I think all Americans are aware
of how Bush and Cheney operate and its not pretty or moral!!!
Time to impeach these two before more unrepairable damage is done
They should be charged with war crimes!!
America needs to stop being the *Bully On The Block*
Be very cautious who you vote for in november
Obama Clinton 08 for the road to peace and prosperity!!!
Just think of what the war money could do for the economy!!!

Cammi317   May 20th, 2008 11:35 am ET

Kuilor2k – you're an idiot and yes RACIST. That is the only reason you would bother to quote such a derogatory remark. Black people have voted for white people forever. If black people always voted for the "black" guy, then Jesse Jackson and Al Sharpton would have made it a lot farther. Most of us recognize rhetoric from real. Obama is real. Of course there is a small percentage of black people voting for him because he is black, just like there is a small percentage of white people voting for Hillary because she is white. Duh, it's call uneducated and uniformed…just like you.

Independant   May 20th, 2008 11:35 am ET

Well said Jane L.

lil, I don't see any thing racist about what Jane L. said.

This is the tactic that Obama supporters are using against anyone who doubts Obama. Jane L. says that she will vote for Obama but she won't like it. Then lil says that she is one of those Americans that won't vote for a black man wether they are a man or a woman.

This tactic plays on people's consciounse, trying to make them feel guilty of being racist. When they aren't even being racist at all. I've worked in a factory for about 15 years and there were good people fired because someone plays the race card. But the same people that played the race card gets in their group of their own race and demean people of another race. It's sickening.

Chuck, Democrats United We Stand   May 20th, 2008 11:35 am ET

Okay people, read these words and take them to heart. What I propose is that you think, and I mean really think about what you are saying and what you are about to read.

"IF" the standings in this democratic nomination were completely reversed Sen Clinton having the lead in most states won, most voted delegates, most superdelegate endorsements and most popular vote; it is a plain and simple fact that the Sen Clinton would be singing a completely different song. She would be chomping at the bit, calling Obama a sore looser, and demanding that he drop out of this race. She would also be issuing a scalding attack against Obama if he were behind and calling for Florida and Michigan to be seated and claiming he had the Popular vote by adding in those votes that both candidates agreed not to count and consider.

I am completely amazed by the sheep like mentality of many of those that write on these blogs. Many failing to sit back and look at this race logically and reasonably. The facts are simply this.
Obama has won the most states. Obama has won the most delegate votes. Obama has the most superdelegate endorsements.
Obama has won the popular vote based upon the existing DNC rules.
This is not about skin color, or ethnic background or gender or any of those silly moronic add on's that the media tosses into this race. Obama has the ability to win the Blue Colar voters he has proven that over and over again in many states; Oregon being one of those states that has less than 2% black population.
The fact is that Sen Clinton and her campaign made several mistakes. The first major mistake is that she planned to have this sewed up in February. She approached this race believing that she was entitled to the white house and that she could accomplish this by mere fact that Bill was a sitting president. The list goes on and on.
Bottom line is she has lost this race and if the tables were reversed she would be singing a different tune, and the retoric spewing from her mouth at this moment would not exist and Florida as well as Michigan would mean nothing to her. This people is the plain and simple fact and truth. It is about time you wake up and realize this before you get too stupid and so deeply wrapped up in your hateful comments.
It is time to unite this party and stop all this divisional crap.

Farrell, Houston, Tx   May 20th, 2008 11:34 am ET

IT IS NOT AN OPTION FOR AMERICA TO CONTINUE GOING DOWN THE WRONG PATH. IF WE ALLOW OUR PREJUDICES TO DESTROY US, THEN GET READY FOR THOSE COUNTRIES WE ARE INDEBTED TO CONTROL US. AGAIN, IT IS NOT AN OPTION FOR AMERICA TO CONTINUE GOING DOWN THE WRONG PATH. VOTE DEMOCRAT.

Millie Gee   May 20th, 2008 11:34 am ET

Emma, that's what I'm talking about.

Kuilor2k   May 20th, 2008 11:34 am ET

All this racial voting on the blacks behalf makes me wonder if their will be riots in the event that Obama looses in November. I heard a black woman on TV say there would be a race riot if Obama didn't get the nomination. This is beginning to sound like a form of terrorism on th part of the black community to me.

Daniel, WA   May 20th, 2008 11:33 am ET

Obama, Shut up & Go home. You cannot be our president. You are a fraud.

NO OBAMA,NEVER   May 20th, 2008 11:33 am ET

Because obama is a liar and completely unfit to run this country I will vote for John McCain if Hillary is not the nominee. If Hillary is given the VP spot I will still vote for John McCain.
Obama is like a rot that will turn us into a third world country. Think it can't happen? Too bad….you lose…..we all lose.

Real Democrat Really Voting for McCain   May 20th, 2008 11:32 am ET

This message is to the person who claims that Republicans
have placed themselves on this board to pretend to be Dems
voting for McCain.

That is a lie.

I am a lifelong Democrat who plans to vote for McCain if
Obama secures the nomination. It is not a vote out of spite;
I just prefer McCain over Obama.

R.T.   May 20th, 2008 11:32 am ET

Amen Bayou Joe.

If this was a job interview, not only would Nobama's resume not get him the job, it woudn't even get him an interview. No qualifications, no experience, no business being nominated…no problem?

Takes a lot more to be a president than just being handsome, being able to read prepared speeches, being liked by Oprah, and being supported by kids who have never paid taxes, rich liberal whites and every black voter inthe country. "Change" "Hope" and smoke and mirrors.

We had an unqualified president for the last 7 years. You knukleheads are going to ensure we have one for another 8. God help this country. Open your eyes.

Valerie - St. Louis, MO   May 20th, 2008 11:31 am ET

If you claim to vote for only for Hillary and McCain, you are not a true democrat. Why would you risk our economy to a man who admits he doesn't have a clue what to do and he will keep our troops in Iraq another 100 years. Now he has flip flopped to say the war will be over by 2013. He has no clue as to when he will end the war and is saying this just to get votes! Hillary lost because she got caught in too many lies on the way to the white house and because she is so mean spirited it scares me and a whole lot of folks.

TOO STUPID TO KNOW ANY BETTER   May 20th, 2008 11:31 am ET

What you poor stupid white people can't figure out is that we're trying to save you from making any more bad decisions. You are the losers who voted for bush BOTH TERMS, and still think he's a good man fighting to protect us from "THE EVILDOERS". My advice to you on election day is to stay at home, chow down on your freedom fries, and watch your reruns of Springer.

Sandi   May 20th, 2008 11:31 am ET

Does Hillary have no shame? What is it going to take for her to pack her bags and go back to New York? What I want to know is – if she were in Senator Obama's shoes, would she be BEGGING for the Florida and Michigan votes to count – NO, NO, NO, NO, NO!!! She would fight til hell freezes over if the shoe was on the other foot. Only because she can't win any other way (and highly doubtful anyway) is she demanding the DNC to allow those votes to count. She had to agree not to campaign in those States and by doing so she agreed the votes wouldn't count. She had the opportunity to oppose that stand before those States held their illegal primaries. Hillary needs to take a hard look at the circumstances and realize the Presidential shoe doesn't fit her!

No Hillary   May 20th, 2008 11:30 am ET

Clinton fights?… Sute she does… I am certain that she will be campaigning even as Obama takes Oath of Oval office. No one demaged teh democratic party more than Clinton.

New Politics   May 20th, 2008 11:30 am ET

Can someone answer this question – when Sen.Obama won those 11 in a row – the states had blue collar workers in them. So he can win blue collar workers. And Sen. Clinton now trying to discredit the caucus states but want to count Mich. and Fla. "Shame on you".

Texas Trail Dog   May 20th, 2008 11:30 am ET

IOWANS – Please show this man what you really think of him. Surely you're too smart to be deceived by the likes of him.

Go to Yahoo.com look up Larry Sinclair a man named Young. See what you find.

Peter   May 20th, 2008 11:29 am ET

STAY IN THE RACE UNTIL THE END AND BEYOND
YOU ARE THE MOST QUALIFIED AND IN A RACE WITH OBAMA, MCCAIN AND YOURSELF YOU WOULD BE THE WINNER.
HILLARY 08

scott   May 20th, 2008 11:29 am ET

I am a Republican, however if Hillary were to be the nominee I would vote for her over McCain. Hillary has lots of experience and has great ideas. McCain is lacking in several areas that concern me, But OBAMA is NOT RIGHT on anything, except change. We will be the next third world country………

GO HILLARY>>>>>>>>>>>

Alex in San Diego   May 20th, 2008 11:29 am ET

Now Hillary doesn't want caucus votes to count, Unbelievable!

Talk about trying to steal the election. Seems like she and her take over the world team sit around, figure out what scenario favor her and decides, lets just keep saying this, maybe some our idiot supporters and the media will go for it. If she wants all votes to count, then all votes should count, you can't pick and choose. But that would be "FAIR". I've always been a supporter of President Clinton, especially through the tough times, but the way they have been behaving in the last few weeks is making me sick!

Christine   May 20th, 2008 11:29 am ET

For those of you who think that we Hillary supporters will 'fall in line' in November, are sadly mistaken. Millions of us will do whatever it takes to send Obama back to the Senate.

henriettap   May 20th, 2008 11:28 am ET

Clinton supporters that will only vote for her or McCain either don't have children or grandchildren because to say you would vote for him is to say yes I'm willing for my children or grandchildren to die in a war that should have never been or maybe they were for the war in the beginning.McCain has stated that he will remain in Iraq if he can remember with whom we are fighting over there.Hillary is in a no win situation but in the end the people those of you for McCain probably would not have voted for Obama in first place.If as Hillary says she has so much experience why has she had such a hard time managing her campaign.She has to lend herself money to keep afloat and I don't agree that Obama should help bail her out of her mess.She and Bill have very big alter egos that won't let them realize that she needs to quit.

Pam   May 20th, 2008 11:28 am ET

I just don't get it! Senator Obama was prepared for the long haul with an incredible ground game set up.

Senator Clinton thought from the beginning that she had this in the bag, hands down. Her campaign mis-spent in the beginning and there was no plan for the long haul which threw her campaign into disarray.

This started out as the most congenial campaign ever which was a first. When Hillary fell behind she changed her whole campaign and went negative.

Why is it Senator Obama's fault that people have CHOOSE him? Senator Clinton has come up slightly short so far.

I admire the fact that Senator Obama is following the rules regarding MI and FL. I am sure that he will make sure that they are seated, he is for all of America.

Senator Clinton is saying she has the pop vote and that is just a flat out lie, MI and MI DO NOT count as of yet, so she does not.

Furthermore, Senator Clinton claims that she does not want to disenfranchise voters. I think she has categorically disenfranchised some caucus states and she has disenfranchised ANY and ALL voters in MI who may have voted for Senator Obama.

She has went out of her way to say that McCain is better than her democratic opponent and I believe that has had an impact of voters.

I am a democrat that foolishly voted for Bush. I WILL NOT make the same mistake twice!!! If you choose to vote for McCain, please do not sit around and complain about it for the next four years.

We reap what we sow! Unfortunately so do our service men and women, our children and grandchildren that face paying off a debt, fighting a stupid war because of a choice WE made four years ago.

Do what you must in November, just remember, you and so many more will pay the price if McCain wins in November. I implore you to base your decision on the greater good and not for Senator Clinton who will come out no worse for the wear in four year under McCain.

How much more blood and treasure has to be spent?? McCain wants war on Iraq, Iran, Afghanistan…..war, war, war. I am 100% behind Obama but if Hillary wins, as much as her campaign sickens me, I WILL vote for her. Only because I believe that there is a slight chance that she will be better than McCain.

Ignorance is not bliss, it is just ignorance!

Herman in LA   May 20th, 2008 11:28 am ET

A Little History on this Year Presidential Race.

Hillary will lose out on two ends let me explain why thanks to Bill Clinton and the DNC. The democrat national committee knew Hillary was a polarizing figure to the American people and had lots of baggage that would be used against her had she won the nomination for president and was their first choice and they the DNC had built this years election process around her.

The DNC knew about Barack Obama when he gave his speech in 2004 and several high profile people including the Clinton's wanted Barack Obama to wait and run for president "8″ eight years from now giving HRC a straight shot at wining the White house in 08 because they new the republicans would not have a chance in hell of taking the office again after a Bush administration.

Now here is why Hillary will lose out on two ends, she could have had the chance of becoming the 1st women president of the United States Or 2nd The first women to become the 1st Vice President of the United States both historical achievements for women. Now she will lose out on both because she chose to run her campaign like a republican which could potentially damage the DNC.

Mama for Obama   May 20th, 2008 11:28 am ET

We are so glad he's coming back. Even though there was a great sense of relief when all the candidates finally left here in early January, we especially miss Obama's presence. He's a favorite here! We miss the guy! Hope he'll come back once in awhile after he's elected prez as well.

Melanie   May 20th, 2008 11:28 am ET

I wish Obama would go back to Kentucky. People just want him to listen. He is my choice and I really believe he would be the best candidate for Kentucky. Hillary is postering and she'll go to the ends of the earth if it means getting a vote. But she will use those good people and spit them out when she's through. I wish Kentuckians could see the truth.

James, Redlands, CA   May 20th, 2008 11:28 am ET

Obama supporters-
How you win is just as important as how you loose.

Leave Hilliary and her supporters alone.

If they don't want to include the popular votes from the caucus states to make it seem like she has the popular vote, so be it. There have been enough permutations and analysis by now to verify that the only way she leads in the popular vote is to give her all of the votes from MI and FL and give Obama no votes from the caucus states.

She is a proud woman/person who has served New York well. She also has served the country well with the exception of one key vote.

Let her have her pride.

But do not rip up the party and doom the country to more Justices like Alito and Roberts, continuation of our occupation of Iraq and the needless dying and maiming of our men and women in uniform just because the person you support is not going to win.

Every millitary person and parent trying to decide who to vote for should look at what Obama wants the GI Bill to represent for our soldiers after they serve.

Every parent who wants their child to have a better chance to live a better life than they did should look at what he wants to do for youth wanting to go to college.

Every person who can't afford healthcare or adequate health care should look at what he wants to do to make it better.

He hasn't been just words. But you have to be citizen and actually seek out the information you want to know. Mainstream media only wants to focus on the sensational crowds and the conflicts. Right wing media (FOX) only wants to focus on the negative because they know they have no chance if people really look at the things he wants for everyday woking people. They want those people to continue to vote against their own self interest so that the rich can keep getting richer.

Wake up America. A new day is here. But you have to have the courage to step out on faith and then back your faith up with work to make sure our leaders follow through.

Obama '08

Peter Damoah-Afari   May 20th, 2008 11:27 am ET

Obama has gotten 60% or more in SEVENTEEN contests:
* Virgin Islands (89.9%)
* Idaho (79%)
* Hawaii (76%)
* Alaska (75%)
* District of Columbia (75%)
* Kansas (74%)
* Washington (68%)
* Nebraska (68%)
* Minnesota (67%)
* Colorado (67%)
* Georgia (67%)
* Illinois (65%)
* Virginia (64%)
* Maryland (62%)
* North Dakota (61%)
* Wyoming (61%)
* Mississippi (61%)

Go Obama!!

Darryl   May 20th, 2008 11:27 am ET

If the Clinton was a business they would be out of business and filling Bankruptcy. They are not good money managers nor are they honest with themselves.

Let senator Obama be $ 20,000,000.00 in debt he would be a laughin stock of the democratic party and instructed to quit….

Different story while running against the Clintons…….

RC   May 20th, 2008 11:27 am ET

Just WOW!!!

So many Hilery supporters are flat out loopy. It's not about you or who you like, it's about USA and ALL of the people in it.
Listen to Jim Hightower. He says it like it is.

Jim Hightower for Prez.

MD Houston   May 20th, 2008 11:27 am ET

To the PA Obama Supporter:

Us Hillary supports will vote for McCain because he has the experience to guide the US through this difficult period of time. We can wait another 4 years to put Hillary in the White House. Women have waited behind men for hundreds of years. Now it seems we need to wait behind African American men as well.

However, we are patient.

Phyllis/ PA   May 20th, 2008 11:26 am ET

I read yesterday that there are now women who are boycotting Obama and NBC because of the sexual bias in this campaign. If anyone doubts the sexual bias then just go back to read the commented posted by MI4Obama: Does Hillary own a dress? It is sad that a Lady who has done much to help many is subjected to such remarks.

Senator Hillary for President.

DannyCali   May 20th, 2008 11:25 am ET

The card Obama play is tonight he going to say I am the nominee in Iowa
that's why he going there. Anyway Obama is not our vote Obama supporter……..he's better than McCain but Hillary better than Obama and McCain in general election for sure. We don't like $4.00 and $5.00 for gas that's why we vote for Hillary because she going give American a holiday gas tax and Obama not give to American at all. Forever vote for Hillary if she lose we just stay home or vote for McCain. The game just start and Obama already crybaby so how he going to handle until end. If you want to be President of United States and you don't want some body say anything or attack your wife this is not a fair game and why you attack Hillary husband former Bill Clinton then?

joe   May 20th, 2008 11:25 am ET

The Truth. noone could say it any better. Hillary we love you but it's time for you. You can run in 2016, you will have everybody's vote.

TexMex   May 20th, 2008 11:25 am ET

The ones being delusional are the Barak kool aid drinkers. Winning the Democratic nomination is not a guarantee of winning the general election.

Many of us cannot wait or this charade in the Democratic party to end, so that we can finish off where Hillary left off. By the time we get done with Barak he will be grateful to keep his Senate Seat.

We know the truth and the truth always prevails.

Kuilor2k   May 20th, 2008 11:25 am ET

Racism is alive and well in America. the balcks have proven it over and over by 'identity voting' in other words, voting for the black guy.

I clearly remember jessica Lange saying (in Driving Miss Daisy) "They are like children!" And unfortunately, the character quote was (and still is) right. Grow up little clack children. You're showing your racist side again. When you get over your color, then so will the rest of America. Until then, I think you will have to suffer with your own racism.

Christine V from Dallas, TX   May 20th, 2008 11:25 am ET

I cant wait until you Obamabots are humiliated this NOVEMBER!

You will lose for sure…..and everyone OF YOUR BACKER ARE WORRIED RIGHT DOWN TO THE MEDIA! YEAH THEY KNOW IT'S A PROBLEM..THE MEDIA HAS ADMITTED THAT "OBAMA HAS ALOT OF WORK TO DO!"

Do you think many of us are not educated, hold decent jobs, or old bitter people? Are you kidding me? You obamabots hold hateful perceptions in which you visibly display on a daily basis its sickening! Who wouldn't react! You play the RACE CARD, snub people who CHOOSE not to agree with your PERCEPTIONS OF A CANDIDATE OF YOUR LIKING? And when you find out the majority of voters who chose Hillary have a lower SES (thats social economic status you pinheads who claim to know so much), you antagonize and jeer at their judgment? You also have the audacity to ridicule our choice of candidate because you claim we are basically "an old and bitter? THIS IS THE CHANGE I WANT???? FROM PEOPLE LIKE YOU!!! One poster said it in one freeking sum! KARMA!!! REAP IT! CAUSE IT IS COMING BACK AT YOU AND IT IS NOT SLOWING DOWN!

You do not represent the kind of CHANGE AMERICA WANTS (YOU BIGOTS, SEXISTS, ELITISTS AND SHOW SO MUCH AGEISM) AND YOU WILL FIND OUT IN NOVEMBER ! About 1/2 of the constituency will leave OBAMA ON HIS OWN. He cannot win try as hard as you can……………………..we will not unite with you!

GET OVER IT!

gp   May 20th, 2008 11:25 am ET

It is so sad that she has over and over convince us that she has a POOR JUDGEMENT , we know it by now , go home let us try to forget if you wont to stay any near to politic….or you are going to bake cookies after all. Hilary remindes more and more on Bush -McAin persistence inspite wrong judgement -someone see it as strenght some as stupidity

OBAMA SUPPORTER   May 20th, 2008 11:24 am ET

JANE L

who in the hell cares what you think, and by the way speak for yourself. you are a minority. i am a woman and do not speak for me, i am also white.

PRESIDENT OBAMA
HAVE A WONDERFUL NIGHT

GOD BLESS AMERICA AND OUR TROOPS
ALSO
THE REPUBLICAN JANE L.

Linned   May 20th, 2008 11:24 am ET

Those of you on the blog calling Senator Obama arrogant – that bugs me to no end. Didn't your parents and don't you raise your children to be confidence in themselves. I think there is a difference between arrogrance and confidence.

As I see it, what all of this will come down to is who has the numbers. I'm sure there will be hurt feeling and anger but I hope all Democrats can come together behind whoever the Democratic nominee is. If you sincerely search your hearts you will know that either candidate is better than a Republican, John McCain. If you don't think so then hold on to your hats because it is goin to get worse than it already is.

Sandy T   May 20th, 2008 11:24 am ET

Why haven't we seen fund raising totals for April? After the previous months these totals have been released. Have the numbers gone down?

Mike from Westchester   May 20th, 2008 11:23 am ET

Frieda NYC:

I guess we can never elect a minority as President. His or her opponents will follow the Clintons' lead and interject race into the campaign and then claim that the minority candidate created, as you say, "Division …… sexism, anger, discord, hate, etc."

Perhaps you are right, we should continue to only elect white men into the Presidency. Then we can avoid all those troubling issues of race and gender.

Can I disagree? Obama 08 – the best person for the job, period!

Mike, 50 and white, but judges on the "content of their character"

Democrat in Des Moines   May 20th, 2008 11:23 am ET

PA Obama Supporter:

I will vote for Obama but I won't like it. Many of the Obamabots have put a sour taste in our mouth by the attacks. Obama has won the nomination for all of the wrong reasons.

I know first hand. At the Iowa caucus, an African American women was being heckled by the Obama supporters. One man came over and asked her what she was doing. She said the Clintons have always supported her and she wouldn't abandon them. He then said, and I quote, "But he's a brother".

N'uff said.

C!   May 20th, 2008 11:23 am ET

Freida NYC May 20th, 2008 10:04 am ET

In a nutshell these are the changes Obama has already broght into this great nation; Division among all socio-economic status, racism (especially his racist/prejudice wife), sexism, anger, discord, hate, etc. This list is much longer and growing every single minute. Clearly, these are not the kind of changes America needs and deserves. Obama will turn this country into a third-world-country, just listen to his speeches over this past weekend. Very scary ideas on how he pretends to deal with some of the issues we are facing.

Hillary is the best choice we have to lead this country, and bring on positive changes.

^
^
^

WAKE UP DEAR! sexism, racism, hate, etc. have always been apart of our society… some places are more discreet with their negativity.

I'm all for either Obama or Clinton… they have similar policies and either would be a big change/blessing for our Great country!

DEMS `08!

Good job obama   May 20th, 2008 11:23 am ET

Well Done OBAMA !
Barack reaches a milestone today..and he is going back to the place it all began!!
And for hillary and her supporters,here's your last piece of cake..KENTUCKY..be happy and let it go now…

Hotlanta   May 20th, 2008 11:22 am ET

Hilliary keeps coming up with her own rules, and cannot follow party rules. Who wants someone like that for President. She agreed to now let Florida and Michigan vote, she is not winning the popular vote, or delegate votes, but keeps coming up with scanerios stating that she's winning,. She is a sore loser and not fit to represent any one at all.

Texas Trail Dog   May 20th, 2008 11:22 am ET

Why haven't the Chicago police locked Obama up yet. Must be somehting funny going on here. Larry Sinclair, young, Homosexual activity and Young's murder.

Proud1of 26% in WV   May 20th, 2008 11:22 am ET

It amuses me to see when Clinton supporters say that the superdelegates will steal the nomination from her.He is now and throughout a large majority of this race in the lead in every possible catagory.Tonight no matter how well she does he will capture a majority of pledged delegates.Any super delegate that goes against that from that point on is stealing for whomever.Yesterday's polls showed hin 11% over her nationally.How is that stealing?

Nevada!   May 20th, 2008 11:22 am ET

I, for the life of me, don't understand why Clinton supporters say Obama can't win. I thought her claim to fame was that she could win states like Iowa, yet… she couldn't. Then you say he can't win, yet he is winning… by a lot. Then you say, that Hillary can do this, yet it isn't possible. Can you help me understand your reasoning? With out saying she has the majority of the vote… because she doesn't… because Florida and Michigan don't count… and Caucuses do count. For a minute look at what Obama wants to do. You may notice that Clinton and Obama are pretty similar on most all of the issues. McCain isn't even close. Don't make a mistake because you are being a poor loser. You know after the dust has settled, if you did help elect McCain you would regret it completely.

Martha, Georgia   May 20th, 2008 11:21 am ET

HRC is making false and misleading statements. The math is really fuzzy. This is downright obnoxious and really detrimental to the Democratic party for her to keep making false and misleading statements.

victor   May 20th, 2008 11:21 am ET

Clinton please stop now , enuf already , you are damaging the democratic party , and threatening its Unity , you are a liar , and you are mean , go Obama

Linda   May 20th, 2008 11:21 am ET

Misogynists for Obama, yeah!

It's shocking how badly this country treats women–and how farcically willing it is to fawn and bow over a young, good-looking stud with good teeth and a big mouth. Pathetic.

elvispresleyObamo   May 20th, 2008 11:19 am ET

»TONIGHT in Iowa -»»Barack Obama´s VICTORY SPEECH!…HURRAH!!…HURRAH!…

Lisa - Houston, Tx   May 20th, 2008 11:19 am ET

There one thing I do understand and that is the Obama is change and it is hard for some people to accept change, that is just the human nature. But think about it, when was the last time that one man has united some many, young, old, professional, etc. together. It is time for us to come together and make a difference. Stop looking at the skin color and think about what best for this country. We can't survive another Republician in office. Our ecomony has gone to hell, our youngman/women are dying daily in this useless war, and the gas prices>>>>. As for the Clinton's, it is time to step back and unite this party, but for some reason, the message being sent is if I can't win it, I will tear the party apart, how selfish is that. Wake up American, this a chance that we might not get again.

Obama 2008

Creative Woody   May 20th, 2008 11:18 am ET

RE: Chris in VA May 20th, 2008 10:53 am ET

"28,000 more Democrtic voters have voted for Hillary than for Barry."

How nice of you and Hillary to disenfranchise the thousands of caucus voters. Shining example of democracy, you two.

PDT; Austin, Texas   May 20th, 2008 11:18 am ET

Love you Senator Obama!

Yes we can & will!

Michael   May 20th, 2008 11:18 am ET

You know, I do wish Barack Obama would declare victory tonight. He rightfully deserves it and has fought a hard fight with tooth and nail.

If Hillary can't respect this fact then she has no moral center within her. Plus if she somehow steals the nomination I'll have a great dislike and disrespect not only for Hillary and her supporters, but for American women who couldn't see past the gender issue.

You biased women want a war of the sexes? Then keep thinking this election has been unfair to Hillary, because I can guarantee you that I'll be voting for McCain if she steals the nomination. Plus I'll be crossing my fingers for a revolution if she's elected President.

A position she truly doesn't..DOESN'T deserve.

elvispresleyObamo   May 20th, 2008 11:18 am ET

»Obama!…Obama!…Your VICTORY is GREAT! ( Check out Obama´s VICTORY speech in Iowa ) …HURRAH!…Well done VOTERS!…Well done SuperDelegates!…Well done America!…ENOUGH of CLINTONS!…GOODBYE Hillary "imaginary SNIPERS ATTACKS?!??!" Clinton GO HOME NOW!!…HURRAH for OBAMA!…VICTORY!…OBAMA!…

David   May 20th, 2008 11:18 am ET

Just to show you: I am a registered Independent and from the moment i heard Obama speak 2 years ago I liked his honesty and attitude towards this country. So many of you women are outraged that Hillary cant win, you even go as far to say as she would be the most capable president in history…but that is by far a stretch and wrong. Someone accused Obama of launching negative attacks on Hillary, someone clearly not watching the ads or reading them, because Hill is the one running a real nasty negative campaign. Shes not a fighter, shes a dirty fighter who still couldnt win. JUST BE HAPPY that truth and honesty prevailed in this primary.

OBAMA 08-12 YES WE DID

robb   May 20th, 2008 11:17 am ET

Figures don't lie but liars figure. I call em like I see em.

Viva Obama 08   May 20th, 2008 11:17 am ET

John McCain is running unchalange for so long so today super delegates need to make Obama to nominee to give him enough time to campaign.

Jacob   May 20th, 2008 11:16 am ET

For everyone cliaming that Hillary has won the popular vote….this is only true if you do NOT included caucus states, give Hillary and Obama thier Florida votes AND….give Hillary her Michigan votes while awarding Obama none. We can all agree we don't like the way the country has moved the last 8 years why can't we agree on a path for the next 4? I for one refuse to see the roll back of women's rights, civil rights, international diplomacy and economic soundness because my canidate is not the nominee.

mr.g   May 20th, 2008 11:16 am ET

Joe, Rt,Jim get a freakin grip willya this contest is OVER, STICK A FORK IN HER SHE IS DONE!!!!!!!!!!!!! THERE WILL BE NO HANGING SWINGING CHADS HERE. but on a softer note please tell Hillary the truth she fought well but just lied too much, she threw a a Wright hook and got knock the ____ out with a upper cut to the chin she drew hundreds to hear her speak, he drew over 75,000 to see and hear him speak.Why cannot we come together and focus our fight on McCain and take back the white house for the party instead of infighting like some hillbilly clan that don`t get out of the woods often

OBAMA 08-12 AND BEYOND

count down.....   May 20th, 2008 11:15 am ET

Is it just me-or can anyone else see it.
Clinton looks like she has aged over the last couple of weeks, maybe because I'm so use to seeing that big fake smile that she no longer can fake, she is now facing reality instead of the fanasty. She thought this was a dun deal. Well Ms Clinton I guess it's time to get in the kitchen sink, now that you have cleared you way. I you can fit in it. If not try the tub, it's bigger.
Don't leave Bill after this is over, he put his heart in it for you.
But to be frank, I really don't think he wanted you to win.
Best wishes for the three of you!!!!!

Bushwhacked in Eugene, OR   May 20th, 2008 11:15 am ET

Jane L — what are you on? Did you watch the last debate, on ABC, when Charlie and George blindsided Obama and obviously sided with HIllary? Have you read the CNN headlines and stories that lean towards Hillary and downplay Obama? And the DNC cannot manipulate the voters, try as they may — no closed door sessions to decide the candidate in advance. What you Hillary supporters need to understand is that the electorate — including many like myself who initially supported Hillary — has been disillusioned by her campaign tactics and have seen in Obama more of what we are looking for in a president. It's really that simple. I don't look at a presidential candidate as an idol, but as a leader.

Oregon is vibrating with support for Obama — should be a wonderful evening around here!

Chris   May 20th, 2008 11:15 am ET

Looks like Obama fans are scared knowing that we are not going to vote for Obama. Face the facts Not everyone likes you GOD!

Bayou Joe   May 20th, 2008 11:14 am ET

You Liberals don't get it do you. Barak is not being rejected by us conservative Democrats and Moderate Republicans because of his Race, he is being rejected because of his lack of experience, lack of track record, questionable loyalties to our country., and his judgment.

No one can sit in a church pew and argue that he or she did not know what his preacher was preaching.

Wake up America. Do your homework on this man and make your own decisions. Keep our country free from the Islamic Jihadist, both at home and abroad.

Phyllis/ PA   May 20th, 2008 11:14 am ET

Initially , I was leaning towards Obama because after the Bush administration I was 110% for change. Later, after following the primaries and doing my own online research, I not only switched to Hillary but have come to realize that I now have only two choices: Stay home or vote for McCain.

When I knew nothing about Obama, I accepted his message of change. Now that he is no longer a stranger, I fear his becoming president is too risky.

Apparently, it is not just myself that feels this way. Obama did better in the early primaries when he was an unknown. Near the end when the media finally became less bias, Obama has not been doing very well.

Hillary or McCain

John   May 20th, 2008 11:13 am ET

The truth:

You are not good logic, how to explain 91% more blacks vote for Obama?

Really   May 20th, 2008 11:13 am ET

In just one year. Remember the election in 2006? Thought you might
like to read the following:

A little over one year ago:

1) Consumer confidence stood at a 2 1/2 year high;
2) Regular gasoline sold for $2.19 a gallon;
3) The unemployment rate was 4.5%.

Since voting in a Democratic Congress in 2006 we have seen:

1) Consumer confidence plummet;
2) The cost of regular gasoline soar to over $3.50 a gallon;
3) Unemployment is up to 5% (a 10% increase);
4) American households have seen $2.3 trillion in equity value
evaporate (stock and mutual fund losses);
5) Americans have seen their home equity drop by $1.2 trillion dollars;
6) 1% of American homes are in foreclosure.

America voted for change in 2006, and we got it!

Remember, it's Congress that makes law not the President.
He has to work with what's handed to him.

Quote of the Day……..'My friends, we live in the greatest nation
in the history of the world. I hope you'll join with me as we try
to change it.' — Barack Obama

Independent   May 20th, 2008 11:13 am ET

Just an update. As Obama returns to Iowa, a Super Delegate from Iowa has come out for him. They keep on coming…isn't that just awesome!

SUE, Michigan   May 20th, 2008 11:12 am ET

Hillary is the best candidate to beat McCain, but the media and the sexism rampant in this country will not let that happen. So we will be saddled with 4 years of McCain (which means, folks, we'll be bombing Iran shortly, and God help us!) Obama cannot beat McCain-he is too inexperienced, too naive, and his wife is too divisive…you think Hillary raises hackles, wait until Michelle gets out there! So all you super-dels who think Obama is the second coming, you'd better do some soul-searching before you write Hillary off….she is truly the best candidate, and it will be a shame if she is defeated, not by Omaba, but by the media and the lies told about her.

American Girl   May 20th, 2008 11:12 am ET

Leadership, Diplomacy, Management Know-How, Military Strength,

President Barack Obama & Vice President Jim Web

All you need is a good team and you can balance out all this other BS, people keep saying Barack does not have.

Hillary has an answer for everything. Sometimes you must be slow to speak and quick to listen. The problem with her is she talks too darn much and does not think things through.

WH   May 20th, 2008 11:12 am ET

Some people will always vote along party lines and some will vote for who they think is the best person to get the job done. There are huge differences between Clintona and Obama. IMO Obama is not the best candidate and if I have to chose between the two , McCain will be a much better leader becasuse he doens't live in the fantasty land Obama creates. That doesn't make me racist and doesn't make me an idiot. This isn't a vote for a high school homecoming court………..this is a person that will have to do a very difficult job. Obama is not that person and we can't afford on the job training.

J.O. Howell   May 20th, 2008 11:11 am ET

Does moderation=censorship?

John   May 20th, 2008 11:11 am ET

Obama is not respect for the voters. And he uses the wrong message to claim the victory.

Obama forever!   May 20th, 2008 11:11 am ET

What a wonderful time to be alive! Obama will lead us to the promised land. He is such a revelation and I can't understand how all of you who support that witch can't see Obama for the blessing that he is. I don't know where our great nation would be without such an amazing leader. There is something truly special about him that inspires me with such hope. Time for change!

President Barack Obama in 2008, 2012
YES WE CAN

JB   May 20th, 2008 11:11 am ET

Hey Proud West Virginian,
You talk about how good things were under Bill Clinton, not Hillary.
You mention change leads to "decayed MORALITY", and yet you seem to forget adultery in the Clinton White House, impeachment, selling military secrets to China.
Lets also not forget that much of the better economy was due to the internet boom during his Presidency that has long since gone bye-bye.

If change means no more Clintons or Bushes, I'm in! Go Obama!

cindy   May 20th, 2008 11:11 am ET

Im a white female in mid. 60's. I originally voted for H. Clinton in the Penn. Primary.

I have been a long time democrat and cannot picture myself voting for a republican. They need to be stopped.

I am now backing Obama as i now believe he could actually beat McCain in the fall.

I just hope other Clinton supporters can back Obama in the fall.

PA Obama Supporter   May 20th, 2008 11:10 am ET

To Jane and all of the other Hillary Supporters who won't vote for Obama: Grow up! How could you honestly sit there and say that you will vote for McCain over a Democrat??!! He says this war will continue through 2013 or longer. I have 2 sons and I don't want them to fight anyone's dumb war. He doesn't understand the economy… but that's okay with you… you must like paying $4.00 for bread and $5.00 for gas. Let's act like adults.

Obama might not be your choice… but he's a lot better than McCain.

Greg   May 20th, 2008 11:10 am ET

Now I finaly understand what "i' meant in Algebra. It is how Hillary figures her math.

The Truth   May 20th, 2008 11:10 am ET

Hillary and her supporters say:

If you are a white male and vote for Obama it's the old boys club….
If you are Black and vote for Obama it's because he's Black……
If you are a woman and vote for Obama you are a traitor……….
If you are a college student and vote for Obama you are just young….
If you are wealthy and vote for Obama you are an elitist…..
If you are a close friend and vote for Obama you are a Judas….
If you are a Super D and vote for Obama you were pressured….
If you are a Celebrity and vote for Obama you are an idiot….
If you are a in politics and you vote for Obama its to hurt her….
If you are an Independent and you vote for Obama he lied to you…
If you are a Republican and and you vote for Obama it's dirty….
If you fall into any other category and you vote for Obama your unfair…

But if you vote for Hillary than you know she is the best for this country?????………….Umm…..Get Real…..America Disagrees……

OBAMA: THE NEXT PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES!!!!!!!

Hillary uses "wright" to send the wrong message   May 20th, 2008 11:09 am ET

Us educated voters are treated as if we're naive and inexperienced. Our votes are just as important and we take the time to research and weigh our options. This election is an example just how powerful we are. We're not trying to outwit anyone and it's a shame that those who think we hate them for not voting for Obama is a clear example of the cloudiness and lack of confidence some people have in our judgment. You have the right to vote, but it's also your responsibility to know who you're supporting BEFORE you pull the trigger. In my opinion, a vote for McCain is like turning the gun on ourselves.

MELMARIE   May 20th, 2008 11:08 am ET

I can't wait for this to be over!!! While the Democrats are over here bickering with each other McSame is getting a free ride and attacking our party and our true nominee. So if you enjoy the war in Iraq and can't wait to pay $10.00 a gallon for gas then go right ahead and vote for McSame.

Democrats '08

Greg Pottstown, Pa.   May 20th, 2008 11:08 am ET

No Way May 20th, 2008 10:02 am ET

When will people give up hope and understand that Barak has won?

If Obama wins, people will give up hope.

Kuilor   May 20th, 2008 11:08 am ET

Morons. I'm a democrat and I still wont vote for Obama in the General Election. Grow up Obama supporters. I don't like your candidate because of YOU. Your candidate thinks his hateful wife is off-limits to the repugs. The truth is, she is not off-limits because you jerks and your hateful campaign went after Bill and Hillary with that Billary crap long ago. So when you LOOSE in november, go look in a mirror and realize you chase us off.

MJ, outta NYC   May 20th, 2008 11:07 am ET

I agree with the folks who say that the people who support one Dem candidate or the other but will vote for McCain are closet Republicans. McCain votes against Vets. He doesn't want to increase the funding of their benefits and he supported the war and now the surge. He doesn't support women's rights either and has pledged to fill the supreme court with extreme right wing conservatives that do not support a woman's right to choose and will overturn Roe vs Wade.

How can one claim to be for Hilary because she is a woman for example and then vote for someone opposed to women's rights. How can someone be against the war in Iraq and then vote for someone who wants to sacrifice not only your children but your children's children and your children's children's children with an unfounded war that he is willing to continue to wage for the next 100 years. Anyone who could flip their vote like that, to where it completely compromises their own values, was never a real democrat!

JAMES   May 20th, 2008 11:07 am ET

HILLARY CLINTON MAKES A VERY STRONG ARGUMENT. IF YOU WANT TO WIN IN NOVEMBER THEN SHE IS THE ONE TO GO AGAINST MCCAIN. AND THAT STATEMENT LOOKS TO BE MORE TRUE THAN THAT OF ANY OBAMA HAS MADE. NEITHER CANADATE WILL REACH THE NUMBER OF DELEGATES TO WIN THE NOMINATION, SO WHY IS IT A BIG DEAL THAT ONE OR THE OTHER HAS A SMALL LEAD OR NOT, AS CLOSE AS THIS IS AMONG DEMOCRATIC VOTERS THE QUESTION SHOULD BE WHO WILL BE ABLE TO CARRY MANY OF THE CLOSE BATTLEGROUND STATES THAT WILL REALLY BE IN PLAY IN NOVEMBER? AS IVE LOOKED AT THE PRIMARIES, AND THE LAST 4 GENERAL ELECTIONS IT LOOKS LIKE WEST VIRGINIA, OHIO, FLORIDA, AND PENNSYLVAINA ARE THE MAJOR STATES THAT WILL DETERMINE THE SHIFT OF ELECTORIAL VOTES NECCESSARY TO WIN THE PRESIDENTIAL ELECTION. PLAIN AND SIMPLE IT DOES NOT LOOK TO ME THAT BARRACK OBAMA HAS NEAR THE STRENGTH IN THOSE STATES THAT HILLARY CLINTON DOES, AND IT LOOKS LIKE HE COULD WIN THE POPULAR VOTE POSSIBLY IN NOVEMBER IF HE CAN GET ALOT OF HILLARY SUPPORTERS BUT BE BLOWN OUT IN THE ELECTIORIAL COLLEGE. I DONT THINK HE SHOULD BE THE DEMEOCRATIC NOMINEE IF WE WANT TO WIN IN THE FALL. PEOPLE LIKE ME WHOM WILL EITHER WRITE IN CLINTON OT VOTE FOR MCCAIN WILL COST BARRACK HUSSEIN OBAMA DEARLY. NO-BAMA FOR ME IN 08′

Rave   May 20th, 2008 11:07 am ET

I would like to relate this election to the movie " Transformers"
Democrats are Autobots and no doubt the Republicans are Decepticons.

Decepticons:
Guess what – McCain is not even Megatron.. he's that little Frenzy (Boombox) who pokes his head everywhere. Rush Limbaugh is the Megatron, because he is the one trying to mess with millions of Americans minds. Romney is Barricade, Huckabee is Starscream and Pat Buchanan (MSNBC) is Blackout.

Autobots:
Needless to say Obama is Optimus Prime. Al Gore is Bumblebee and unfortunately he's hurt right now..but he will be back. Hillary is Jazz , Ted Kennedy is Iron Hide. John Edwards is Ratchet

Obama's Message:
I am Optimus Prime and I send this message to all the surviving autobots and hard working men and women taking shelter from these Decepticons. We are almost there and waiting for our turn , just hang in there tight.

Independant   May 20th, 2008 11:07 am ET

The fact that he is overlooking the fact that he will not be able to clinch the super delegates need for the nomination and claiming to be the nominee at this point just shows that he is arrogant and sexist. Obama knows how to turn off Hillary's supporters.

Hillary or McCain

Kate   May 20th, 2008 11:07 am ET

Here's one female who's sick and tired of Hillary's complaints against the media.

Did the media make her:
1) lie about Bosnia sniper fire?
2) constantly try to change the rules about what constitutes a win?
3) attack her fellow-democrat mercilessly including use race-baiting tactics? and
4) mismanage her campaign funds to the tune of 21 million dollars (how can manage 2 trillion when she can't manage 21 million)?

Enough already! You've turned into a Republican and you're bringing us women a bad name.

No drama Obama '08!

The Anti-Hillary   May 20th, 2008 11:07 am ET

Hillary is not just running FOR President. She's running FROM Paul v. Clinton. Why would Bill Clinton just yesterday, have 2 protesters holding signs about Paul v. Clinton escorted from the rally and their signs trashed? They weren't breaking any laws, they were there in civil protest and they were barred from even standing in a neutral area??

Her logic is: if I win, it's much harder for a sitting President to be tried on campaign finance violations. She's not just running to satiate her own ego. She's running because she knows what's waiting for her if she loses.

Hey Hillary, what kind of bird can't fly? Jailbird!!

GO OBAMA '08!!!

JJ   May 20th, 2008 11:07 am ET

zzzzzzzzzzzzzzzz……………zzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzz……………….zzzzzzzzzzz……

Is it over yet? Somebody wake me when it's over. Thanks.

Sincerely–

John McCain. :)

ellianna   May 20th, 2008 11:07 am ET

Why does the media insist upon interviewing GERALDINE FERRARO!! She is completely "bonkers"!! I'm sure she has been
designated a "pawn" in the Clinton mix, and has been instructed to make these remarks to add some fuel to the end of this campaign!! What a better way to do it than use the word "sexist"!! WE DO NOT NEED THIS NEGATIVE NOW!! BARACK OBAMA IS WELL ON HIS WAY TO BEING THE NOMINEE AND EVERYONE, INCLUDING THE MEDIA NEEDS TO MOVE ON!! And finally, BILL CLINTON, cannot keep his mouth shut either!! THE TWO OF THEM MAKE A GREAT PAIR!! LET US SEND AND HILLARY CLINTON ON A JET PLANE TO A DESERT ISLAND FAR, FAR AWAY. AND LEAVE THEM THERE UNTIL AT LEAST 2020!!!

Photon Torpedo Dallas, TX   May 20th, 2008 11:06 am ET

Sometimes it's not what you say it's how you say it. This has been the problem in post Vietnam U.S. diplomacy from the very top. Obama realizes this and wants to do something about it. SO GO FOR IT!!

Yes We Can & Yes We Should
Obama 08′

RB from NH   May 20th, 2008 11:06 am ET

Direct from Hillary's website!
http://www.hillaryclinton.com/news/release/view/?id=3134

9/1/2007
Clinton Campaign Statement on the Four State Pledge

The following is a statement by Clinton Campaign Manager Patti Solis Doyle.
"We believe Iowa, New Hampshire, Nevada and South Carolina play a unique and special role in the nominating process.
And we believe the DNC’s rules and its calendar provide the necessary structure to respect and honor that role.
Thus, we will be signing the pledge to adhere to the DNC approved nominating calendar."

LIAR, LIAR, pantsuit on fire!

Michael straight talk   May 20th, 2008 11:06 am ET

We need leaders who respect laws! HRC stop bending the agreed rules and regulations set within DNC and fully agreed by all Candidates, just to suit your selfish ends! Can you envision what our societies would look like if all the powerful people are all the time changing rules to suit their aspirations? Hopefully you realize the consequences and exit gracefully and honour all those wonderful people that supported you by bringing them in unity, so we can support Obama against McCain!
Otherwise, Superdelegates you have to do the right thing!
Have you all seen this? ( It sounds ugly and we should not let it go on):
Haim Saban, the billionaire entertainment magnate and long time Clinton supporter, denied the allegation. But four independent sources said that just before the North Carolina and Indiana primaries, Saban called YDA President David Hardt and offered what was perceived as a lucrative proposal: $1 million would be made available for the group if Hardt and the organization's other uncommitted superdelegate backed Clinton.

Deb n Texas   May 20th, 2008 11:06 am ET

Hillary has no dignity! She is ruthless and doesn't care about the Democratic Party – only Hillary. She acts like someone who has lost their mind. She needs to stop being a poor loser and get out. THE NAME OF THIS GAME IS DELEGATES AND THAT SHE DOESN'T HAVE!

Darryl   May 20th, 2008 11:06 am ET

Bill Clinton has no right to lower the accomplishment of those who graduated from college…….

Ilona Proud Canadian   May 20th, 2008 11:05 am ET

Barack Supporters!

Barack started the day off, with one more Super delegate. Barack picked up an Iowa Super. This latest means that he now has 7 of the 11 Iowa Super delegates.

Congratulations Barack Supporters!

I can't help but wonder, why is it that some people who don't know Barack, without even giving him a chance to show what he can really do for America, Why do these people insist on calling Barack all those names ..Arrogant, Cocky, these people are really full of hate, but I think the real reason they go with all the name calling is because they are insecure. Just my opinion!

Texas Vet   May 20th, 2008 11:05 am ET

We many, we happy many, we band of brothers and sisters. For those that vote with me in November for Obama shall ever be my Family. That vote shall change our condition. Voters that stayed away or voted otherwise shall think themselves accursed. And they shall stay silent while any speak that voted with us on that blessed day.

Stolen from Will….mangled by me

MI 4 Obama!   May 20th, 2008 11:04 am ET

What I really want to know is….does Hillary own a dress?

Obama 08 & 12!

Shari Levine   May 20th, 2008 11:03 am ET

I think it's a shame that younger women have not had the time to see how they will fare in the job market as adults when history has shown us it has been much harder for women to rise in business and politics and it still is today – obviously. If they want to see real change they should all vote for Hillary Clinton. A woman US President will bring about MAJOR CHANGE FOR WOMEN EVERYWHERE, which Obama cannot even hope to bring about for women – black women included. Why should Hillary Clinton give up when Florida and Michigan votes haven't yet been counted? Vermont's Howard Dean is not at all neutral for the Democratic party and an obvious Obama supporter. I have voted Democrat for over 30 years but If those votes are not counted, I will never vote for Barack Obama whom I see as green and as a political chameleon who has turned his back on his former pastor of 20 years like he and Michelle Obama had never before heard his wonderful words in their church. And I will certainly, at that point , gladly vote for John McCain. Let's count ALL the votes.

elvispresleyObamo   May 20th, 2008 11:03 am ET

»Well said,sophia,nyc. GOODBYE Hillary "So ANNOYING" Clinton!…Bye bye!…Go great OBAMA!…VICTORY!…Tonight :- Obama´s VICTORY speech!!…HURRAH!…

Independent in Florida   May 20th, 2008 11:03 am ET

WHY CNN you always DELETE my comments? Is this one offensive to you?
____

Barack Black Eagle has an excellent strategy. Sadly, Hillary is still trying yet another ‘psychological maneuver’ to divide the country every which way possible.

J.O. Howell   May 20th, 2008 11:03 am ET

Hillary Clintons argument she has received the most popular votes, including the Michigan and Florida primaries, which the Dem. Party leaders in their infinite wisdom have decided to kick back into the faces of the concerned and consciencious voters of those two very crucially needed states come the general ellectin in November', is a mathematical fact. The numbers don't lie. The fact if this were the general election, Clinton would also have 300 electoral votes, nearly one third more than Obama, should be , but apparently is not, considered a relevant argument in the eyes of the same Dem. Party masterminds. If they don't wake up and smell the coffee, and do it soon, the only thing Democrats will smelling in November is the malodorous scent of four more years of the same policies now poluting our nation. God bless America–and every single, solitary citizen seeking to have their voice heard.

Mark M Kansas City   May 20th, 2008 11:02 am ET

Generation X, well stated! I applaud you. So many Hillary supporters now want to turn it around as if Obama attacked her. She is the one that has been repeatedly negative, disingenuous, and quite honestly untruthful. I am shocked at how many people still are unable to see past that veneer, & I can only believe it is because of sexism and racism. Sad very sad.

A-Man   May 20th, 2008 11:02 am ET

I am upset with Edwards. He waits until the last moment to support Obama. He wants a high cabinet postion and is just negotiating to back the winner. Smart but slimey.

Tom,West Michigan   May 20th, 2008 11:02 am ET

To Hillary…The country and your party is begging for a little grace-
fullness from you. Please be states-person – like…show us your best
side and quit the political gamesperson stuff! Your career as a solid
senator hangs in the balance. Thanks in advance.

Mikey   May 20th, 2008 11:01 am ET

To Jane L:

You should seek professional help. Please follow you hero's advice when she tells you to vote for Obama.

All those Democrats that voted for Nader bear some responsibility for the last seven years, including the 4,000 American and tens of thousands of Iraqi dead.

All those who choose not to vote for Obama will bear responsibility for the next four or eight years.

You must face up to the fact that Hillary will never be President. Sorry. If she is held responsible for a Republican victory in November, she will not win another election, ever. I'm sure you don't want that result.

elvispresleyObamo   May 20th, 2008 11:01 am ET

»Obama!…Obama!…VICTORY!…PARTY is…on.

Question??   May 20th, 2008 11:01 am ET

To all Clinton supporters:

I was wondering, I don't live in America but have kept up through America media, Internet, etc. as much as anyone else. Just in the last week or so, I've heard a claim on blogs by Clinton supporters that Obama is sexist. ((99% of the people making such claims were women))

My question is when was the exact moment (particular speech, etc.), or what is a quote that anyone can give me that proves this sexist accusation?

Or should I write this off as the angry feminist who just say this because they can't except defeat?

Hanging Chad   May 20th, 2008 11:01 am ET

)))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))
((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((

She is delusional.

))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))
((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((

Where or where is Florida and Michigan   May 20th, 2008 11:01 am ET

They need to be counted DNC/Howard Dean.

If they are not counted I hope people leave the dem. party in droves.

HIllary for President

Rudy NYC   May 20th, 2008 11:01 am ET

Hillary,
Go for what you know. Show us more of what you know. We just don't get it yet.

elvispresleyObamo   May 20th, 2008 11:01 am ET

»ENOUGH of LIES!…ENOUGH of Clintons!!…Bye Bye Hillary "trying to DECEIVE the poor and the less educated! Clinton GO AWAY now!!…VICTORY for the great Barack OBAMA!…HURRAH!

Jerry in Boston   May 20th, 2008 11:01 am ET

To my friend Cryston in St. Louis. Thanks for the cultural lesson about the use of the word “sweetie” in the south. Tell me, where in the south is Obama from? Also, he said it in Detroit, is that in the south?

Obama has repeatedly got away with casual sexism that would not have been tolerated if it had been racism.

This campaign has demonstrated unequivocally that in America today, sexism is alive and well.

American Girl   May 20th, 2008 11:01 am ET

Hillary supporters.. you really do not see Hillary's game plan??

She is staying in this race to make Barack Stronger!
The more she lingers as the old dynasty, the more people see him as a step above.
The more he has to fight her, and McAmbush (McCain and Bush), the conservative right wing, the racist COP in hickville USA, the more the rest of the country unites behind him.

What her campaign is showing the rest of the country and world is that we need to bring our nation up beyond the ignorance of racism and lack of education.

Debbie,NJ   May 20th, 2008 11:00 am ET

I can't believe you people are still following Hillary. She would go Rep if it would get her in office. Throwing around Carl Rove of all people.
Next you'll hear her make promises to the rep. She already campaigns like one. THis woman would do, be and say anything to win. The same people who continue to follow her say they don't trust her. So please tell me why you support her. She is a liar, panderer, cheater, manipulator. Are these the qualities you want in a leader. She has taken over $800,000 from lobbyist. DOn't you think she owes them something. Her husband is still doing deals with foreign countries who are taking our jobs. What's wrong with you people. Experience. Look what experience has done for this country. Apparently experience alone is not enough. There are plenty of people in the WH with experience. How about some integrity, wisdom, and moral values to go with that experience.

Rick, PA   May 20th, 2008 11:00 am ET

This is for Jane L. I understand you don't like to see you candidate lose the primary. But, to take the stance that Obama is the cause for her losing is not fair. First, Hillary did not manage a good campaign. 2nd, although you mention Obama and his unfair ads, you neglect to mention that Hillary was all to happy to get down in the dirt first. Obama had a lot of ammunition in the Clinton closet that he did not even bring up. But, I think the most interesting thing is that any woman would even consider voting for John McCain. Do you not care about Roe v Wade – that is surely going to be overturned if McCain gets in and appoints his conservative jurists. And, do you want your sons and daughters to go off to Iraq and possibly Iran because McCain wants to continue the war? What if he needs a draft to support it? Vote the way you want to, but if I were you, I would think long and hard about the direction of the country before you do.

gene   May 20th, 2008 10:59 am ET

I don't happen to be a "closet Republican" , I am a life long old Democrat, and I will not vote for Obama in the fall. It is not because he is black, as I have voted for White, black and hispanic candidates, not only in primaries but in the general elections. I just don't base this on the Rev. Wright's remarks or the comments by his wife, but by his almost total lack of foriegn affairs experience and his elitest attitude. I will vote for John McCain, if for no other reason. CNN has joined the ranks of MSNBC and I now get my news from FOX News. With them you get the "fair and Balance" news, they don't like either Democratic candidate, so you get the good and bad of both of the candidates.

elvispresleyObamo   May 20th, 2008 10:59 am ET

»»GOODBYE Hillary "So FAKE" Clinton :- YOU LOST!!…GO HOME now and STOP DAMAGING the Democratic Campaign!…Go GREAT OBAMA!…Well done people in Oregon!…VICTORY!…

lil   May 20th, 2008 10:59 am ET

Jane L.

When I started to read your post I could understand why you felt
the way you did, It was disappointment for you canidate but toward
the end I really begun to get what was on your mind.

You are one of the many Americans who can not and just will not vote
for a black person whether that person be man or woman. Your last
sentence gave you away. Sen. Obama has worked as hard as Sen
Clinton and he is leading.

Be fair dont use excuses must honest people would admit that just
read the post….and would take up so must space to make a one sentence point.

GLBT FLORIDA   May 20th, 2008 10:59 am ET

I hope we can win this election without Clinton Supports. What a bunch of bitter people. And yes that was a direct reference. Geraldine looked like a complete idiot on TV today. The whole world does not revolve around Hillary Clinton. It does not revolve around her voters. It does not revolve around women. nothing like feeling the rath of a woman scorned…. But dude… no one scorned you. Voters all over the nation voted and you lost! You lost! I know you are all upset but back off!

ne, Pa.   May 20th, 2008 10:59 am ET

The Clintons know the only way they win is if something catastrophic happens with Obama. They have nothing to lose by keeping this going. It's all about the Clintons…always.

H-ROD   May 20th, 2008 10:58 am ET

What else can you say at this point the woman is nuts !!!

elvispresleyObamo   May 20th, 2008 10:58 am ET

»Go great Obama!…DEFEAT that FAKE Woman!…Obama already WON the Democratic nomination!…HURRAH!…HURRAH!…

Ted   May 20th, 2008 10:57 am ET

Barack Obama and Hillary Clinton together on same ticket to me is good. I hope that can be done because witht he two of them they are unstoppable. That will show the country that with whatever circumstances that we can unify. A black and a white together in the white house. To make history. I really want to see that. We need a change and them two together it would be the best for the country. It is only fair for Hillary to get the VP spot since they are not counting the Florida and Michigan votes. Obama/Clinton 08

Roger MD   May 20th, 2008 10:57 am ET

Hillary is not losing the primary because men won't vote for a woman.

It's the campaign team leadership that decided to run a coronation instead of a campaign and spent excessively and unwisely before Super Tuesday. Until the past month or two both campaigns had raised similar amounts of money.

When behind the campaign panicked and went very negative. Hillary's credibility was lost to very bad advice from very highly paid political soldiers of fortune.

It was a hiring decision gone very, very badly.

The team should agree to forgive their invoices. Hillary should gracefully concede and go on to lead the party as Senate Majority Leader where she can make a great contribution to the people of the United States.

Concerned Immigrant   May 20th, 2008 10:56 am ET

When I read the posts here, I feel so sad for this great country. I come from a country where people vote for leaders (very corrupt and bordering criminals) just because they are from the same tribe. They vote these people in and these leaders just ruin the country.

When I read of people voting for McCain, Hillary or Obama based on their sex, Age, Race or Religion, I cannot but feel sad that this great democracy that we look up to is just all but a mirage. They are no better than the guys in my country voting for someone just because they are from the same tribe.

Whatever reason you use to vote for a candidate this fall, please let it not be because of Race, Sex, Age or Religious affiliation. Let it be because of the policies that they will adopt. Otherwise, this democracy is no better that the failed democracies in other countries, just one that has been clothed with gold to appear great.

Wait, I just had a thought   May 20th, 2008 10:56 am ET

Alot of people keep saying they won't vote for Obama because the media was bias towards him. If the media was bias as some claim, how can the responsibility for that bias be placed on Sen. Obama. I don't get that part.

I know the intelligent people out there of all backgrounds can't possibly think Sen. Obama controls the media. (If you do you need to seek therapy. You are the same freaks that think 9/11 is a conspiracy and you really need to grow up and fast.)

Mish   May 20th, 2008 10:56 am ET

America just make sure you vote democratic!!!!
Americans need to get the WARMONGERS out of the whitehouse in November!!!
I have been reading from credible sources on the web for weeks now and again just this morning right here on CNN reports that the criminals BUSH and Cheney are going to start a war with Iran!!
The white house states its not true but I think all Americans are aware
of how Bush and Cheney operate and its not pretty or moral!!!
Time to impeach these two before more unrepairable damage is done
They should be charged with war crimes!!
America needs to stop being the *Bully On The Block*
Be very cautious who you vote for in november
Obama Clinton 08 for the road to peace and prosperity!!!
Just think of what the war money could do for the economy!!!

Margie   May 20th, 2008 10:56 am ET

Just look at all the Hillary haters. Wow, what a great following obama has!

Let the Fresh Air In America   May 20th, 2008 10:56 am ET

Hillary, one thing that we demand from our leaders is that they have some degree of self respect and that they treat us with respect. You destroyed yours quite awhile back and your antics throughout this campaign insulted our intelligence.

I don't care that you destroy your political career; I really don't. I do care that you are trying to destroy the basic principles of our democracy. You cannot believe in a true democracy and continue with your constant re-evaluation of just how YOU think this nominee should be chosen. You cannot believe in a true democracy when you think you are ENTITLED to be our next president. You cannot believe in a true democracy when you keep playing the gender card and the race card.

Your pathetic rants and IT SHOULD BE ME used to make me so angry. Now I just turn away shaking my head. It has reached the point now where your continuing is just demoralizing. You have gone from the victim role to that of a martyr. No one likes either one.

H-ROD   May 20th, 2008 10:56 am ET

HIllary ,Go away it's over goodnight already go to bed. Don,t make me come in there and turn out that light. (and OH yeah Obama can)!!!!!!!!

Linda of Atlanta   May 20th, 2008 10:55 am ET

What about coming out and saying that the claims Clinton is making are false? It is nothing short of outrageous for Clinton to still be in this race. As a woman, I am ashamed of her behavior and I question her fitness for any office.

Pam   May 20th, 2008 10:55 am ET

Why is it whenever HIllary is speaking, I feel like I'm being lectured to? She's always shouting and pointing and looking pissed off.

mike   May 20th, 2008 10:55 am ET

To all you frustrated Clinton supporters out there, it is not easy to face the fact that your canididate will lose. I would feel the same way if Obama were on the losing end. However, some of this threatening talk to not vote or vote McCain is pretty reprehensible. It makes one wonder why you are voting in the first place, to advance our country or to make an inidividual stand. And by the way, hateful rhetoric has been coming from both sides here. Some of the things I have read about both candidates are ridiculous and fueling the animosity.
Everyone needs to deal with reality here. Obama will get the nomination and the democrats need to unite in order to beat McCain and get the country back on track. Those of you who would stay home,
don't complain when McCain wins and continues this backward course we are on.

lol   May 20th, 2008 10:55 am ET

keep going hillary, it is pathetic that the presumptive nominee obama is losing states with such a big margin this late in the game. he couldn't even carry ONE county in WV. and the polls in KY show he will lose big. superdelegates this guy can't beat mccain, hillary can!

Generation X   May 20th, 2008 10:55 am ET

Democrats don;t forget about the Republicans blogging as Hillary supporter. The Republicans know that McCain doesn't stand a chance in November against Obama. And for all the Hillary's diehard supporters go change partys and stop with the threats. NO ONE CARES ANYMORE!!!

J.O. Howell   May 20th, 2008 10:54 am ET

Hillary Clintons argument she has received the most popular votes, including the Michigan and Florida primaries which the Dem. Party leaders in their infinite wisdom have decided to kick back into the faces of the concerned and consciencious voters of those two very crucially needed states come the general ellectin in November', is a mathematical fact. The numbers don't lie. The fact that if this were the general election, Clinton would also have 300 electoral votes, nearly one third more than Obama, should not, can not, but apparently is not considered a relevant argument in the eyes of the same Dem. Party masterminds. If they don't wake up and smell the coffee, and do it soon, the only thing Democrats will smellin November is the malodorous scent of four more years of the illegal and criminal policies now poluting our nation. God bless America–and every single, solitary citizen seeking to have their voice heard.

Emma   May 20th, 2008 10:54 am ET

I am so sick of CNN posting the garbage that Senator Clinton keeps espousing. Everyone keeps talking about Senator Obama not being able to get rural white American votes and occasionally mentions the African American votes that Senator Clinton can't get.

If the superdelegates screw up this primary and takes the nomination from Senator Obama, I am willing to stake my life that Senator Clinton will NEVER receive support from the African American community. Let her take the rural white American votes and see how fast she gets to the White House with the support of African Americans.

My message to the Superdelegates………"just try it." The only way Senator Clinton will get to the White House is by driving by it or being invited by President McCain!

SaveTheDramaFoObamasMama   May 20th, 2008 10:54 am ET

A vote for Obama is a garaunteed vote to lose in November. So sad.

Chris in VA   May 20th, 2008 10:53 am ET

28,000 more Democrtic voters have voted for Hillary than for Barry.

But of course, the superdelegates can't give the nomination to Hillary just because she got the most votes. The superdelegates have to vote the politically correct way, of course…They give it to the guy who finished second! Political correctness trumps following the voters' choice in the Democratic Party superdelegates' priortities.

Geraldine Ferraro was right.

Sylvia   May 20th, 2008 10:53 am ET

Barack Obama will not win election in November. I am a Hillary supporter and believe me there are alot of other people that feel the same way I do. Do you think it is fair to not count the Florida and Michigan votes. No it is not fair. We have to go by the rules he says. barack Obama is the reason those votes are not being counted or at least giving them another chance at voting. You want to talk about breaking rules. What about breaking the rules the night of the election of Tennessee. He had a judge do an order to keep polling places open for like 3 hours more so that voters could vote due to the tornados they were experiencing. Please and you want to talk about breaking the rules. And he ended up losing that state. He is afraid because he knows he will not win those states and that is why he does not want to re-do vote there. But thats okay because he will not win the general election. Especially when he chooses to win the wrong way by making sure every vote counts and he doesn't care. McCain will win the general election. Trust me everyone will lash back at this and it ain't over yet. With the way this world is now it really doesn't matter who is president. But McCain has more experience when it comes to the war. Barack Obama is a rookie. There is nothing that man can do to change thgis country. He will not win. I am a democrat but I am voting Republican this year.

From Dem to Independent   May 20th, 2008 10:52 am ET

None of this matters to me………..

I am still writing in Hillary Clinton in November.

Obama won't change my mind.

Kenneth M   May 20th, 2008 10:52 am ET

WHY IS IT OK FOR HER TO SAY THAT SHE HAS MORE VOTES BUT NOT FOR HIM TO SAY HE HAS MORE DELEGATES? EACH TIME SHE SAYS SHE HAS MORE VOTES I FEEL LIKE SHE IS PUSHING HIM OUT OF THE RACE BEFORE IT IS OVER.

Freida NYC   May 20th, 2008 10:52 am ET

Rich,

I am not a Rep at all!!!!!!!! However, I would rather stay home in Nov if Obama is the nominee period. Need to say more?

Dan , TX   May 20th, 2008 10:52 am ET

I know a lot of Clinton supporters, every single one of them will gladly support Obama if he is the nominee.

The American Vote   May 20th, 2008 10:52 am ET

Hillary has doomed the party with her antics and her short-sightedness. What a shame she thought so much of herself that she thought of no one else.

A Clinton has soiled the party … again.

Dina from New York   May 20th, 2008 10:52 am ET

Do not count all Hillary Supporters will vote for McCain

I voted for Hillary on Feb 5. I will vote for Obama.

I had never been so-called strong Hillary supporter. As a woman, I just wanted to see a woman President.

Those feminists disgust me who think they would rather vote for McCain.
Do you think what will happen to Roe vs Wade?

The Truth   May 20th, 2008 10:52 am ET

It's Over Hillary…….Let it Go……

The American People have spoken loud and clear………

OBAMA: THE NEXT PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES!!!!!!!!

proud army and navy mom   May 20th, 2008 10:51 am ET

To Generation X
i could not have said it better. hillary supporters thinks it fine to sling mud and insults, but when someone says something about that lying, deceitful, twofaced old hag, they get offended. no surprise that they are just like their candidate.

i understand it's not all her supporters. some are intelligent and progressive….misguided but good people all the same.

ps   May 20th, 2008 10:51 am ET

a must read bill s2433 just google it, for Obama

Justme WV   May 20th, 2008 10:51 am ET

I am also one of the 26% in WV. I am also a veteran and I am an American Black woman..with that being said, let me further state that I
have never been so PROUD of my country. She has risen to her glory..and if anybody thinks that Obama is not patriotic…you have to be blind…not many people of color would risk the absolute rejection that WV and possibly KY has shown Sen Obama.

OBAMA 08

Drip Drip   May 20th, 2008 10:51 am ET

Some of you are going to have to redo your math, Obama has picked up 3 more supers in Guam, Iowa and Michigan today (and it's really early).

Enlightened Voter   May 20th, 2008 10:51 am ET

Poorly run campain, poorly run financial management, losing a contest to a newcomer and yet she is more electable? How has her so called experience helped her?

Cammi317   May 20th, 2008 10:50 am ET

PROUD WEST VIRGINIAN….You just keep on voting against your better interest and West Viriginia will continue to be "po dunk" and at the bottom of the totem pole. I hear your state voted for Bush….TWICE. Even if West Virginians were doing somewhat better during the Clinton years, I would guess the state was still at the bottom of the totem pole. That's right, just keep on voting for okay memories of yester year instead of voting for a better tomorrow, and West Viriginia will continue to be the butt of jokes for the rest of the country.

Joann   May 20th, 2008 10:50 am ET

Loved, the comment from a lady in Kentucky this morning on CNN. From one of the poorest city's in Kentucky. She said that a woman's place is in the home – somebody should tell Clinton that! It is supposedly in the bible.
Hillary probably doesn't know what a kitchen is for and can't even boil water?

EC   May 20th, 2008 10:49 am ET

Sen. Clinton needs to just get over herself. I mean just when I think this insane woman can't say much more to dig herself deeper in a whole, she's still blabbing at the mouth on her winning the "popular vote".

Ahhhh excuse me, have you checked the polls lately? You are NOT the most popular candidate. DAH…

MSNBC had just reported how many of the Clinton staffers have already left the building and are meeting with the Obama team in regards to merging together. What does this say?

Many of her own senior staffers admitted that they KNOW the fat lady has sung and left the building. They are now focusing on merging with Sen. Obama and preparing to battle with Sen. McBush come November.

The only two people who consistently ignore the fact that the fat lady has sung is Bill and Hillary. I guess the Clintons are set on destroying whatever support they have left by continuing to spin and twists the facts up until the last minute. They are going to be known as "sore losers". Bottom line.

Kayla   May 20th, 2008 10:49 am ET

I am Hillary Supporter. But I am shocked to see that 67 year old woman sleeping in that car with her two dogs. That scares me.

If Obama can really stop this war and do sth with this economy- I will vote for him.

I know vote for McCain means Vote for war and Vote for $5/ gal of gas.
I am tired of these Conservative Republicans who have really lied to us and messed our country.

Les-WA   May 20th, 2008 10:49 am ET

I'd vote for McCain over Obama, I do NOT trust Obama with our National Security. He is a WOLF in SHEEPS clothing!

Venus   May 20th, 2008 10:48 am ET

Happy to see how Hillary is conducting herself and hope women will take lessons from her failure!

It's great to see a rookie bring the Clintons down! Of course she will win Kentucky and one or two other states but —– read the facts – they didn't want her in Oregon – she had to cut her campaign early and leave! Reporters out numbered people 3-to-1 in Oregon!

No doubt those 76,000 beautiful people in Portland on Sunday sent her a loud message! What a crowd!

Go Obama – the more Hillary opens her mouth – the better you look and act!

Thank God she will not be your running mate for VP and for those who say they won't vote for Obama —————— even if Hillary became the magic frontrunner – she will not win without the black votes – this year nor 2012! Every thing she has said and done will haunt her!

A Latte Lover, Seattle, WA   May 20th, 2008 10:48 am ET

THE HILLARY HATE TRAIN. Hillary supporters you want to see REAL hate…I am ashamed to be WHITE today! Here are just some comments from HILLARY SUPPORTERS from the past couple of days

I agree Generation X, I saw one the other day that really upset me. I won't mention the name of the person on here, but they referred to Senator Obama as "nappy headed boy". This comment to me proved the SNL skit to be oh so true. Very, very sad. I think some of Hillary's rabid supporters, will in the end be her downfall.

I am a 48 year old white American woman, who proudly supports Obama. I would never never never vote for Ms. Clinton.

Go Obama, 08, we're almost there

Barb Canada   May 20th, 2008 10:48 am ET

He is already forgetting about the people, now that he thinks he's won it! Iowa has already been celebrated, why not pay due respect for the people voting today?

Joe Regis   May 20th, 2008 10:48 am ET

Get this woman tha V.P. post
and she will stop the bickering.

This is what she is after now.

A-Man   May 20th, 2008 10:47 am ET

The only way McCain can win in November is if the Clinton followers vote McCain. Their arguement for voting McCain seems to mostly be that Obama cannot beat McCain. Dumb follow Clinton, and the Dumb will follow McCain.

Paul   May 20th, 2008 10:47 am ET

Protest, Protest against Obama. This is for all the lies and all the biases that the media and Obama Camp have used upon Hillary.

Down with Obama. It is time for real change the only change that can make a difference is Hillary.

Go Hillary

Mantan   May 20th, 2008 10:47 am ET

Hillary, why are you lying to your supporters, it's been over for months. Are your supporters so gullible that they believe your ahead on the popular vote, your pandering on the gas tax, and that you took sniper fire in Bosnia? Good thing the super delegates have more sense than that. Fool me once shame on you, fool me twice shame on me.

Obama/ Richardson 08

fred   May 20th, 2008 10:46 am ET

To all Obama doubters, LOL and that was suppose to make us non-doubters?????? I think not!!!

Obama 08   May 20th, 2008 10:46 am ET

CNN: Time to update your delegate count before you flash it on the screen tonight!!

Suzanne Shaw   May 20th, 2008 10:46 am ET

I am a life long Democrat but the ONLY way I would ever vote for Barack Obama is if Hillary Clinton is on the ticket with him. If she isn't I will definitely be voting for John McCain. I think Obama is very naive and way too inexperienced and has learned what to do in his campaign on the fly which is how he would operate as a President – specifically his follow up debate style and his inability to respond promptly to Republican attacks against him. He is not an optimum candidate in my view by any stretch. And as far as anyone "laying off" Michelle Obama, I think Reverand Jeremiah Wright's arrogance and attitude were startlingly much in line with her earlier comment about her being " for the first time proud of her country" because she and Barack had sat in his church listening to such negative, aggressive and hateful words for 20 years. How can Barack Obama now act as if he never heard such words and that it is only now he renounces this man as his pastor???? And how can all of his supporters ignore that? It is the most amazing thing ot me.

Les-WA   May 20th, 2008 10:46 am ET

Obama already declared his self "nominee" that is ARROGANCE to the nth degree. The 2,025 figure Obama and DNC floats around EXCLUDES Florida and Michigan. This country has 50 STATES, it is totally deplorable for the DNC and Obama to EXCLUDE Florida and Michigan.

Obama's PREMATURE declaration he's the nominee reminds me of Aesop's Fable "THE HARE AND THE TORTOISE."

Go ahead Obama, declare yourself the nominee, THINKING AMERICANS knows you're NOT. Keep fooling yourself and your cult followers, you're in for a BIG SURPRISE. This will go ALL THE WAY TO THE CONVENTION FLOOR!

Vik   May 20th, 2008 10:46 am ET

People, if you don't wish to vote for Obama, just keep your trap shut. Why don't you just stay home and not be part of the process for bettering the economy, helping solders return home and build a better environment for all of us. If you are really that petty that if your candidate doesn't win, you'll do something stupid, then by all means, stay home! I'm just sick of watching morons threatening all the time. Grow up!

hard working and white   May 20th, 2008 10:45 am ET

To joe:

Oh pleeeeaaaase! Shut up!

James   May 20th, 2008 10:45 am ET

Most of the "Hillary-or-else-McCain" people are a part of Operation Chaos (Rush Limbaugh little plan to disrupt the primaries).

Don't buy their baloney.

Deb   May 20th, 2008 10:45 am ET

Today one can easily see how a Left wing nut job in training pants doesn't have the Mainstream support to win the General election!

Hillary is the stronger candidate and if the Party wants to keep its conservative base and win in November she should be the nominee.

Hillary 08

Proud West Virginian   May 20th, 2008 10:45 am ET

To all of you that are jumping on the OBAMA Wagon just because he appears to be winning, I say to you that your vote is an empty vote. If you don't vote with your heart and conscience but instead based on who appears to be winning….then you are a LOSER!

Video of Michelle Obama saying "whitey"?   May 20th, 2008 10:45 am ET

Does anyone have the reported video of Michelle Obama using the term "whitey" when railing against whites at Rev. Wright's church in Chicago? Could you post the link?

Montana is Obama Country   May 20th, 2008 10:44 am ET

Hillary's campaign is broke and she is not expected to win any other primaries after tonight..

Hillary should stop being a fighter and JOIN – Up with the uniter…

We want a UNITER… not a… fighter…

Yes…We….Can…

fred   May 20th, 2008 10:44 am ET

Wright's status as a father-figure comes through clearly in the pages of Trumpet. In a Trumpet interview, Jesse Jackson characterizes Wright as "between a huge father, pastor, preacher, [and] prophet." Wright's young minister prot�g�s call him "Daddy J" and "Uncle J," and perhaps this latter name prompted Obama's reference to Wright as "like an uncle." Obama's longing for a father figure surely gave him a great hunger to get to know what Wright was about. In their first meeting, Wright warned Obama that many considered him too politically radical, and it is simply inconceivable that in 20 years' time someone as sharp as Obama did not grasp the intensely political themes repeated in so much of what Wright says and does. Radical politics is no sideline for Wright, but the very core of his theology and practice.

There can be no mistaking it. What did Barack Obama know and when did he know it? Everything. Always.

Stanley Kurtz is a senior fellow at the Ethics and Public Policy Center.

http://weeklystandard.com/Content/Public/Article/000/000/015/082ktdyi.asp

New Day   May 20th, 2008 10:44 am ET

I think most news agencies are just trying to over-dramatize the situation. How often do the primary votes in PA, W. Virginia, Indiana, North Carolina, Oregon, Kentucky, Montana and South Dakota actually matter? These Americans are expressing their opinions for the first time in a long time. What's so peculiar about some liking Obama and some liking Hillary? They are both great candidates. CNN reports this like its "us" against "them." Its white v. black, educated v. non-educated, women v. men, rich v. poor.

The facts are that this primary hasn't been as brutal as others and, in those, people didnt jump party affiliation to spite their party's nominee. I have been reading this ticker for a while and it seems to be that there are a handful of troublemakers that want to make it seem like there is more animosity than there actually is.

The noteworthy thing is voter turn-out. Voters are actually excited about voting again for the first time in a long time. Who cares who wins the remaining primaries? I'm sure that most democrats will see the wisdom in voting for their party over the Republican nominee since so much of their lives and issues rely on it. I can't see voting for a candidate that u see as weak on the economy and matters that affect your family's lives simply to spite a candidate who's views are closer to yours but said something "mean" about your candidate.

Let's all hug!

Rosemary Storaska   May 20th, 2008 10:44 am ET

You Go Girl! Factions in the millions are now behind you due to the divisiveness of the Obama supporters and the party leadership who want women out of the picture!

TOOTIE 05   May 20th, 2008 10:44 am ET

HEY GERALD STROTHER, I don't know what tree you just fell out of,
I am a democrat and have been for 20 years and yes I will vote for
McCain before Obama. And where do you get white women, non
college graduates are going for Obama? You must be sniffing glue,
Hillary supporters are not going to abandoned her. This is not
a republician stunt, it's what is going to happen if Clinton is not on the
ticket. We do not believe in Obama nor do we trust him.

mike stellas   May 20th, 2008 10:43 am ET

Just read the comment by "onelessvoteforobama – sounds like just another older, less educated, frustrated Clinton supporter with questionable hormonaly balance…

mike stellas   May 20th, 2008 10:43 am ET

Just read the comment by "onelessvoteforobama – sounds like just another older, less educated, frustrated Clinton supporter with questionable hormonaly balance…

fred   May 20th, 2008 10:43 am ET

Why are you spreading your lies Rich ?????

I am a democrat and have been by entire 58 years…but this will be the first year that I will either WRITE IN HILLARY…or VOTE FOR MCCAIN!!

Sabrina   May 20th, 2008 10:43 am ET

Would love to see Clinton get really close to Obama in Oregon , and see the media try to spinthat one, but they will. Clinton supporers OB can not win with out us. So lets send a message to MSNBC and all the news media that next time they need to be fair to all and stop tearing one person down and building the other one up as they did with Clinton and Obama, in favor of Obama. Vote McCain or stay home to send a message. Clinton 2012!!!!

FreshAir   May 20th, 2008 10:42 am ET

All votes should count… except those over there which don't really work for Hillary. She's crazy.

Ed, Santa Fe NM   May 20th, 2008 10:41 am ET

Hillary is like stink on a monkey………

Millie Gee   May 20th, 2008 10:40 am ET

There is a lot of talk about white, blue collar vote for Senator Clinton and Senator Obama's inability to win without it. Should Senator Clinton win the nomination, can she win without the African-American vote?

Illinois   May 20th, 2008 10:40 am ET

People should calm down. Think twice!!! What Obama said and what he did! Are they consistant? We can't afford another Bush term. Can we safe with the next term with Obama?

HEINRICH   May 20th, 2008 10:39 am ET

BACK OFF CLINTON!!!! IT'S OVER.

YES WE CAN. OBAMA 08

Tell It Like It Is   May 20th, 2008 10:39 am ET

Obama shows a remarkable appreciation for Iowa's caucus partcipants, but severely ignores primary state voters that do not have a large black population.
Does he expect to win the general election with caucus tactics?

Justme WV   May 20th, 2008 10:39 am ET

I read on another post that Kung Fu was sure that 70% of Asians and Latinos would be voting for Hillary…what gives? and who cares?

Larry in Michigan   May 20th, 2008 10:39 am ET

Is it June 3rd yet?

Hillary should start her own nation and become president of West Virginiatucky. Everyday could be a gas tax holiday. Free whiskey and handguns for everyone (who's not bitter).

Venus   May 20th, 2008 10:38 am ET

Ah yes!

Way to go Obama!

So sorry this primary season will be over with on June 3!

But – the more Hillary opens her mouth – and create new ways for her to become the winner – the better you look!

That 76,000 crowd in Portland on Sunday got to Hillary!

Every thing she says is about her! Nice slap in the face of voters from states she didn't win!

Ha,ha,ha,ha,aaaaaa!

The real joke is her going along with Karl Rove – screwed map and say she is stronger to beat Mc Cain – but yet – she can't beat Obama!

Karl Rove and his thugs spent the weekend in KY to slamming Obama!

Go Obama!

Billy from Fla.   May 20th, 2008 10:37 am ET

Clinton is going to win Ky by a huge margin and will probably loose
Oregon by a few points. It just goes to show the american people
are not going to give up on Clinton.

Election time there are going to be millions writing her name on the
ballot or voting for McCain.

mjc   May 20th, 2008 10:37 am ET

you can love him all you want. obama will lose in november. start dealing with your regret and pain now, idiot democrats.

Julie   May 20th, 2008 10:36 am ET

I don't know if CNN will allow me to use this format to share a thought regarding Roland Martin's commentary about the flag pin. It is somewhat related because it deals with Obama who is running for President.

Mr. Martin just doesn't get the point. It's not that a candidate does or doesn't wear the flag pin, it's the REFUSAL to wear a flag pin that creates, in the action itself, a question among Americans. What's behind the refusal? Is it arrogance, stubborness, or something more sinister? Mr. Martin wants to undermine the feelings and pride of "us voters" by being sarcastic and recommending that maybe politicians should now start wearing red, white, and blue socks, or maybe wear caps that have the American flag. What a childish reaction.

No matter how much Mr. Martin wants to "shoo" us away, many of us feel very strongly when a political candidate refuses (that's the Key word-refuses) to wear such a simple gesture of honor and pride for this country.

Ron L   May 20th, 2008 10:36 am ET

Here are the FACTS..
Obama has won the nominating process..
Hillary COULD have won but SHE BLEW IT…
Hillary supporters need to quit looking for someone or something to BLAME for Hillary's sitiuation…

This was not about sexism..what this was about is the FIRST time Hillary was truely in charge, and she DROPPED the ball!!

HILLARY decided that she should focus on Super Tuesday Feb. 5th as THE MAIN EVENT, and after that Barack would be so far behind it wouldn't matter..( DID NOT HAPPEN THAT WAY)

HILLARY decided to allow her campaign to IGNORE the caucus states as if they were unimportant, while NOW saying every vote should be counted.

Here is another tidbit that most Hillary supporters don't like to ask themselves. IF Hillary were not the wife of an ex-President and did not have the ability to speak on the "Clinton White House" would she even be close to Barack in votes…I REALLY doubt it…

Hillary supporters you really need to take a step back and ask yourself this question….
WITH ALL THE MONEY HILLARY HAD IN HER CAMPAIGN, and HAVING THE ABILITY TO USE THE SUCCESSES OF THE CLINTON WHITE HOUSE why wasn't she able to stop a younger less experienced person??

I believe it has to do with her LACK of REAL CHARACTER. I once supported her but her words and actions have shown me I WAS WRONG to think she was an honorable person. ALL SHE IS IS A POLITICIAN and will say ANYTHING to win..

LOOK at all the different times she has agreed to something in the beginning of this process and then 3 months later she tries to act like it NEVER was said BY HER!! It is insulting to OUR intelligence.

AMERICA does not need this..whether the person is male or female..

Hillary is losing because SHE DESERVES TO,,,PLAIN and SIMPLE !!

Anthony - Morgantown   May 20th, 2008 10:35 am ET

Done and done.

Obama/Warner v. McCain/Huckabee in November.

M Pinard   May 20th, 2008 10:35 am ET

It is a morning energy booster to read how both Democratic candidates keep fighting for "Democratic Nomination Title." Today will be interesting (Kentucky & Oregon Primaries)! — What a battle between Hillary Clinton and Barack Obama this has been ….!

— To add fuel to the fiery Primaries Campaign, a CNN news story early today reported that Billionaire investor Warren Buffett stated an intention of voting for either Democratic Candidate… but that it is clear the senator from Illinois will be…the nominee. Then, Buffett said: "So it would be Barack Obama … my preference." Hey ! Talk about Democratic indecision — and from this old, influential, very rich (worth $260 billion) investor ! Makes one wonder….?

… And my candidate, Republican John McCain, steadily keeps campaigning on! Go, McCain !

Tyler in Raleigh, NC   May 20th, 2008 10:34 am ET

Cliton math…. must be what she had in mind when she voted for "No Child Left Behind", you know… before she was against it, NAFTA and the Iraq war.

Daydreaming is fine, but when you need to break every rule to be President and swear to uphold the rules of the country is just sad.

Mike   May 20th, 2008 10:34 am ET

Begin winning the contest in Iowa, and end the contest after you've won in Iowa.

Go Obama!

onelessvoteforobama   May 20th, 2008 10:33 am ET

That's ok if you don't win this time Hillary. You will always be my hero. After everyone see what's going to happen to our country in 4 yrs, they will regret voting for an in-experienced , cocky, arrogant man. I will not, and everyone read my lips–i will not vote for obama. I will either vote for McCain, or STAY AT HOME. Me and millions of other woman. We will FIGHT, WE WILL BE HEARD! Everyone, especially the superdelegates who who threw her under the bus, rideculed, smeared and called her every name in the book will realize that the hate they sprewed at Clinton WILL HAVE CONSEQUENCES—ESPECIALLY Bill Richardsn AND JOHN EDWARDS—TRAITORS!!!!!!!

Patty   May 20th, 2008 10:33 am ET

So sad that he could not afford the people of Oregon that pleasure but then again, he could not afford any of his time for the people of Kentucky either since he said he would be losing anyway. I imagine they loved seeing him in Michigan which has already voted while he says his schedule is too busy to fit in Kentucky.

Terry   May 20th, 2008 10:32 am ET

Now Clinton is whining that Obama is going to Iowa and blaming the media for saying it's all but over. The Clinton campaign reminds me of Baghdad Bob. It's just rediculous how many times the Clinton campaign has changed the bar. Any other candidate this thing would have been done.

sophia nyc   May 20th, 2008 10:31 am ET

Everyone just IGNORE Hillary.. maybe she'll go away.

R.T.   May 20th, 2008 10:31 am ET

And Obama gets absolutely crushed in a state primary for the second week in a row. The Dem Party is rearranging the deck chairs on the Titanic. And the band plays on….

Ben   May 20th, 2008 10:31 am ET

THIS HAS NOTHING TO DO WITH HILLARY OR OBAMA. I WISH TO SPEAK ABOUTY THE QURAN.
SINCE WHEN DID A BOOK ,EITHER THE BIBLE OR THE QURAN BECOME A HOLY INSTRUMENT? THE MESSAGE INSIDE MAY BE HOLY ACCORDING TO THE FAITH OF ITS FOLLOWERS BUT THE BOOK PRINTED BY MAN IS NOTHING MORE THAN A BOOK I DONT BELIEVE GOD GAVE MAN THE ABILITY TO CREAT SOMETHING HOLY

SlimSista   May 20th, 2008 10:30 am ET

HRC…IT'S OVER…THERE IS NO ARGUMENT TO WIN….THE PEOPLE HAVE VOTED…IT'S BARACK OBAMA WE WANT…

YOU DID NOT WANT MI & FL TO COUNT LAST YEAR, WHEN YOU AGREED TO NOT COUNT THEM…YOU ARE LOSING NOW THEY HAVE TO COUNT….

SOMETIMES IT SHOWS BETTER CHARACTER WHEN YOU BOW OUT GRACEFULLY, WHEN YOU KNOW YOU HAVE FOUGHT A GOOD FIGHT AND LOSSED…..

MAY GOD BLESS BARACK OBAMA…..THE NEXT PRESIDENT OF THESE UNITED STATES…..

Ro   May 20th, 2008 10:29 am ET

Wow….for someone who wanted 'every vote to count', Clinton is sure quick to say that little states don't count. So if the state doesn't go to her, we aren't important…..And she wonders why people are moving to Obama.

Jordan   May 20th, 2008 10:29 am ET

If Hillary was a litigator making those arguments to a Judge, she would probably be sanctioned for intentionally misleading the Court.

Real Change   May 20th, 2008 10:28 am ET

I think Hillary is going to run as a third party candidate. After Puerto Rico she'll count Michigan and Florida, through out the caucus states, and then claim to have won the popular vote. At that point she'll justify a third party run…not for herself…but for the people. She and Barack split the vote, McCain becomes President, and Hillary runs again in 2012.

Oscar, Rio Vista, CA   May 20th, 2008 10:27 am ET

Congratulations Hillary, you have won another backward thinking state. Well done. I hope you realize that they will now be expecting their $20.00 gas tax rebate in the mail because they voted for you.

Roger MD   May 20th, 2008 10:27 am ET

Is Hillary pointing to herself and telling us, "It's all about ME"?

Michelle In Philly   May 20th, 2008 10:27 am ET

Keep going Hillary we got your back and are behind you all the way to the White House. Love ya!!!

Jim   May 20th, 2008 10:26 am ET

You're doomed to failure because you do not represent mainstream Americans, you're a novice who is only talk, and your family and Reverand Wright will be your ultimate downfall sooner or later.

Superdelegates cannot let this guy steal the nomination just to lose in November. He is not qualified to be President and millions of Democrats, independents as well as Republicans have rejected him as a candidate.

Will it take a catastrophy to make the superdelegates and all Americans wake up to the handicaps that Obama will always carry with him?

To all Obama doubters   May 20th, 2008 10:25 am ET

To those of you that are not as convinced about Barack Obama being someone truly unique and special that has arrived on the political scene at the exact right time in our history; please ask yourself,

Could all these Obamacins and Obama supporters be right about Barack?

Should I be dissing a this truly open minded and progressive thinker or give him a chance to prove what many of us already believe.

The fierce urgency of now is upon us……..The world needs Barack Obama.

Obama 2008-2016.

Generation X   May 20th, 2008 10:24 am ET

THE HILLARY HATE TRAIN. Hillary supporters you want to see REAL hate…I am ashamed to be WHITE today! Here are just some comments from HILLARY SUPPORTERS from the past couple of days

1) the black man cant win without the white man vote.
hillary aint never been called a nigg _r…….enough said!!!!!

2) I don't want to spend the next four years apologizing for slavery and every other wrong committed against black people

3)…….we cant even say the man's middle name without being called racist. If didnt plan a simple thing like how to handle your own middle name just what CAN you do? Then obama gets on us for even THINKING of him as Muslim when hein his own book said if he had to take sides he would side with the MUSLIMS.

And all the Hillary supporters wonder why we are so tough with them on this message board. Then Hillary supporters blame the people on this message board as their reason for voting for McCain…are you crazy? These are the same people who were going to vote against McCain just a couple of months ago when they thought Hillary had the nomination locked! YOU ARE NOT A DEMOCRAT…I don't know what to call you….maybe Old white trash club. If by some miracle McCain wins the GE…I will blame every single one of you for every American soldiers death after Feb 09′ because you voted out of spite, racism, sexism. These YOUNG soldiers are defending YOUR right to vote!

No full circle yet, Obama!   May 20th, 2008 10:24 am ET

It's not over until after the Democratic convention — and it's not over until after November. Let's see what your "circle" looks like when millions of voters write in Hillary Clinton's name on the final ballot.

GodBlessThisGreatNationUnitedStatesOfAmerica   May 20th, 2008 10:23 am ET

Hillary is Toast.

White female voter   May 20th, 2008 10:23 am ET

So now the small states are important to Clinton, as long as they are not caucus states, whose votes she discounts. I can't keep up with this woman's inconsistencies.

Third Worlder   May 20th, 2008 10:22 am ET

When will the pant suit lady call it quits. Guess, the white house experience had been sweet memories which she craves for again

Proud West Virginian   May 20th, 2008 10:22 am ET

I can't believe how many blind followers there are….people that will gamble on a STRANGER and that's essentially what Obama is. It's ok to gamble when you can afford it but this time in our country, with all the problems we are facing with war, economy, poverty, violence, etc., is not that time.

So many of you think that going forward is always the smart thing to do…I DISAGREE because sometimes we get so off track in life and the Smart thing is to GO BACK! Yes, I'm Conservative,,,,but it's not that I resist change so much as it is that I resist BAD CHANGE….so you can keep your "CHANGE" …. It's our constant "Change" that has DECAYED Morality.

Many that vote for Hillary is sterotyped as racists…and while racism does exist, which by the way exist everywhere, not just in WV & Kentucky…just ask the 95% of Blacks that have voted for Obama in EVERY State…. there are many that voted for Hillary because they have a history with the Clintons…and it's a comfort zone for them. I mean, I don't think too many people can honestly argue that the U.S. was not in a lot better place during the Bill Clinton Administration than the mess our country is in now!

Cammi317   May 20th, 2008 10:22 am ET

I understand the logic, I just hope that voters do not feel slighted as he "pushes on" towards the general election. I do not believe he is going to do nearly as bad in Kentucky as the polls are implying, but I believe he would have done much better if campaigned more there.

Proud1of 26% in WV   May 20th, 2008 10:21 am ET

Let her keep her fantasy going.I'm glad I'm not supporting it.

Stacy Clarks   May 20th, 2008 10:20 am ET

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

REPUBLICANS HAVE NO CHANCE!!!!!!!

Stephanie   May 20th, 2008 10:19 am ET

Go Obama i know u can do it, and for those Democrats who rather vote for someone that will keep on killing our fellow Americans in Iraq, you guys are stupid. Am a woman and am not voting for Hillary at all. Its about the color of his skin that you guys are worried about all this time. Racist people. Go Obama you can do it and do not mind all the other democrats who do not know where it hurts.

Randy - Denver   May 20th, 2008 10:18 am ET

She reminds me of a fighter.

One who was knocked out and when she wakes up continues swinging even though the fight is long over. I do appreciate her still running, she is doing Mr. Obama a favor although most will not understand that, same as the superdelegates are holding off voting for Mr. Obama are doing him a favor also. It is simple people if she were to quit now all the Clinton apologist would say she was "forced out byt the evil DNC, the good ol boy club" and the party will not heal. Once all the states have finished the selection process, MI and Fl are thrown into the pot (reward cheaters what a stupid policy!) and she loses by popular vote, pledged delgates and superdelegates her crowd will have nothing to hang their complaints on other than normal losers remorse so by staying in she is actually helping the party, once the last vote is counted the flood-gates will open and the supers will endorse the next President of the US, Mr. Obama.

Mike from Westchester   May 20th, 2008 10:18 am ET

If HRC wins the remaining primaries by 17 delegates, she will need 94% of the remaining SD's to catch Barack. He will only need 10%, or less if the remaining Edwards delegates come his way.

Obama has garnered 70% of the net SD announcements since Super Tuesday 198-86.

BTW: OBAMA IS AHEAD IN THE POPULAR VOTE. Even if you include Florida and the caucus participation totals, he is still over 400,000 up.

VA Republicans   May 20th, 2008 10:17 am ET

Fight on for what????? let us do the math again she wins Kentucky by 65% and PR by 73% and he only gets 56% in Oregon, Montana, and SD she will still need to win 84% of Superdelegate votes to win???? is this simple enough. so let us take today, any win for her under 65% its over, any win for him over 56% its over. this is not to make any HRC supporter upset but this is reality. he did an excellent job and he won. move on. I really do not want to see mcCain in the White House but will vote for him for sure if nomination is stolen from Obama

pam Eugene OR   May 20th, 2008 10:17 am ET

Please Hillary let todays victory end your run on a high note. It is time!
Dems 08

Jamaal Kansas   May 20th, 2008 10:17 am ET

Good Barack keep going so we can Get that War Mongering Old Loser Mcshame

Chris, Middletown, CT   May 20th, 2008 10:17 am ET

Maybe she will run on her "experience" – wait…I think when you didn't attend one cabinet meeting in 8 years….so..can't be that

Maybe she will run on her heroic sniper fire story (which turned out to be a lie) – nah….that can't be it

Maybe she is running on a campaign of "substance" – nah…she switches positions daily to pander to wherever she happens to be (support for NAFTA…not supporting NAFTA….eliminating the gas tax – all while knowing that she missed the deadline of May 2 to even offer it as a bill…her healthcare plan that "covers all Americans" – including illegal aliens….but shhh…thats a secret) – come on

Maybe she is running on her gender….yeah…thats it….her only consistent position – a strong woman – who left her husband cheat on her almost daily from the time HE was governor….

Creative Woody   May 20th, 2008 10:17 am ET

Make no mistake. The only reason she's still in the race is to pay off her debt by using YOUR contributions to a losing cause.
And a losing cause it is, no matter how you try to spin it.
She cannot overtake Obama's delegate lead.

Helene   May 20th, 2008 10:17 am ET

Tonight Barack Obama will have reached a milestone. Enough pledged delegates to win the nomination. Let's rejoice ! The future is bright for this country.

RB   May 20th, 2008 10:17 am ET

HRC is fighting to get her supporters to pay off her campaign debt of $21M plus. She knows she's lost the nomination. BUT, until all the bills are paid she will continue to "fight". She's probably more like $30M in debt. If her supporters won't pay it, she'll lose the money she's spent on her own campaign. I'll even bet that she's surrounded herself with "yes men" just like W. did. No one is ever going to say it's over because they can only say yes. It's a sad day for the Clintons.

Please stop the madness, Hillary? You're making yourself look unstable. You keep saying really crazy things. FL and MI WILL NOT count the way you want them to count! They will not determine the nomination. You would prefer to ignore the rules set in place to govern the primaries (which carry NO electoral votes by the way) before the game started. Now that you're losing, you want to change the rules. That's not how honorable people play the game. Take you lickings like a big girl! It's over.

Tony Z- MD   May 20th, 2008 10:16 am ET

Smart move. Change the electoral map.

Sweetie   May 20th, 2008 10:16 am ET

The truth is you have a candidate that used the flawed Caucus system to get ahead and then became damaged goods when "Uncle Wright" was introduced; many of the votes he received during the primary are now remorse votes!

Today one can easily see how a Left wing nut job in training pants doesn't have the Mainstream support to win the General election!

Hillary is the stronger candidate and if the Party wants to keep its conservative base and win in November she should be the nominee.

The O   May 20th, 2008 10:16 am ET

This is the funny thing about this whole situation, is that Hillary came into this race riding on her, WHITE HORSE ( BILL CLINTON ) And she should have won this by a mile. But yet through poor planning and very bad judgement and well unthruths, pandering, and old style politics, has made a mockery of her own campaign. And then Obama a young new senator comes in with a new vision and political views,
has inspired a whloe new genaration of voters young and old. With Hope, Insperation, and Honesty. For me the choice is to stay with the same or reach for something new, a change in this country.
I choose CHANGE…..

BARACK THE VOTE!!!!!

MD Houston   May 20th, 2008 10:16 am ET

I wonder if Obama would have won Iowa in the first place if the voters there knew him as well as they do today.

AJ   May 20th, 2008 10:15 am ET

I can’t wait to see Obama get trounced in November. I urge all Clinton supporters to either stay at home or support McCain in November. Having this arrogant, do-nothing empty suit in the White House will do this nation nothing but harm. I despise the Democratic leadership for what they have done to our party. I have not supported any Republican for any office in 30 years, but refuse to let the black community and McGovern Democrats ruin the party without a fight. I'd rather we have 8 more years of G. W. Bush than surrender our party to the Obamazombies. It appears that Obama will indeed win the nomination. Until he is either defeated or out of office and those in my state who have supported him are either defeated or out of office, I will be voting straight ticket Republican. All Democrats who care about this nation will do the same.

Jason, Texas   May 20th, 2008 10:15 am ET

Shouldn't this read…Obama returns to Iowa, Clinton continues to prove she's delusional? Wow, I'm amazed that her advisers are even putting up with this. They all sound like a bunch of fools.

Not voting republican this time !   May 20th, 2008 10:14 am ET

What is Clinton's point ? I just don't understand this woman, is it her desire to divide the party or what ?. It's time to move on but she just doesn't seem to get it. She's really starting to look redicules. Get off the stage Hillary. Anybody got a sheperds hook ?

White middle age woman voting for Obama, republicans won't get my vote !
Obama 08 !

ACFX   May 20th, 2008 10:13 am ET

Hillary Who?

truthurts   May 20th, 2008 10:13 am ET

I'm in KY and my vote is for OBAMA!!!!!!

GodBlessAmerica   May 20th, 2008 10:11 am ET

full circle indeed President Obama, God bless you and your family and God bless this great nation of ours the United States Of America.

Africa man   May 20th, 2008 10:11 am ET

Smart move. The Obama Campaign is always a step ahead of everybody. That tells you that when he is president, America will be a step ahead of the world because we will have a leader and a team around him who are just great at making the best next move.

OBAMA 2008. THE RIGHT CHOICE.

Nicole in NE   May 20th, 2008 10:10 am ET

one thing that bothers me about the divide in this race is this the argument about the popular vote:

Let's not disenfranchise Michigan and Florida voters in this election everyone is saying. Which I say – great!

But why is that I stood in a building for 2 hours to caucus in the democratic process?

If EVERY vote should count, why doesn't mine? This thinking is completely ridiculous. Maybe everyone doesn't like caucuses, I personally would've preferred a primary because it would've taken less time away from my day.

But the fact remains: we showed up to have our voices heard too, so please don't disenfranchise us either! C'mon!

Clinton backer in Iowa   May 20th, 2008 10:10 am ET

We don't want him here. He cheated in our caucuses by bussing people from Illinois into Iowa to vote for him illegally.

He's an arrogant con artist and he won't have my vote.

HILLARY CLINTON OR NOBODY

fred   May 20th, 2008 10:10 am ET

GO HILLARY….YES YOU WILL!!!

LEAVE OBAMA….NO YOU CAN'T!!!

Bridget   May 20th, 2008 10:10 am ET

Hang in there Hillary. There are millions of us out here cheering you on. Go to the very last vote is counted including Florida and Michigan. Don't worry about hurting the Democractic Party, it's already been damaged.

New Day   May 20th, 2008 10:09 am ET

Lets all just hug. We are all Americans, after all.

Tony, Miami   May 20th, 2008 10:09 am ET

As much as I am for Obama I don't understand no matter what he says that he didnt campaign more in West Virginia and Kentucky. I hope his intention was not to give a break to Clinton whom is still playing dirty. Why celebrate Oregon's win in Iowa after the people in Oregon said a record in Presidential campaign of 75000 showing in your last rally. Could somebody give some answers?

Ed, Santa Fe NM   May 20th, 2008 10:08 am ET

Hillary is like this nagging fishwife who just won't SHUT UP and GO AWAY…. what is she proving? That's she's a power hungry, annoying hag? WE ALREADY KNOW THAT!

Charles in Florida   May 20th, 2008 10:07 am ET

Hillary says let all votes count but now says that Obama's victories in states that had caucuses instead of primaries are somehow less significant because turnout was lower. Clinton also revived her pitch that many of the states where he has beaten her, like Alaska, Idaho and Utah, matter less because they would not be competitive for Democrats in November. Anybody "who's really analyzing this" should come to the same conclusions, she said. I'm a common red blooded American citizen and I can smell what Hillary's cooking and it doesn't sound like unity to me.

Michael in Lorton, Virginia   May 20th, 2008 10:07 am ET

Hillary needs to get a grip on reality……..it over and the sooner she accepts the fact that Obama is the presumptive nominee, the less annoyance she will be. God, lady…….do you have any sense of dignity left? If not for yourself, for the rest of the American voters.

If not Hillary....then McCain   May 20th, 2008 10:07 am ET

Obama reminds me of GW when they were doing the recount in FL in 2000. "FAKE IT TILL YOU MAKE IT!" he isTRYING TO PORTRAY HIMSELF AS THE "PRESUMTIVE" DEMOCRATIC NOMINEE, when he has not yet reached that pinnacle. He is a regular ol' politician, nothing special here, except he hasn't even finished his 1st term as IL senator. People…..WAKE UP! He is the hoodwinker and bamboozler incarnate.

Wisconsin   May 20th, 2008 10:07 am ET

It's time to take on McWar / McCane and make sure the republicans don't win!

Everett Edwards   May 20th, 2008 10:06 am ET

Great Day!! What a big mistake the democrats are making with selecting the elitist/racist Obama. He could never be a successful president. He wants to be King.

Independent   May 20th, 2008 10:05 am ET

Any hope that Clintons supporters must now be dashed after she brought the demagogue karl Rove as a booster to her campaign. To try to reflect the nemisis of the Democratic Party show more desperation on her part. She ran a campaing, has lost, and needs to stop trying to undo the party. If she is not the nominee as projected, and the Democrats loose in November, she will have to bear the brunt of the loss because of how she tried to rip the party to shreds with her division of the party. she will be blamed.

tom   May 20th, 2008 10:05 am ET

Well, when she told that Carl Rove 'endorsed her' what do you think she means.. She is ready to play the same card as republicain, is that what peoples wants. I don't think so…So mrs Clinton go away with your claim that you winning with most popular vote.

Freida NYC   May 20th, 2008 10:04 am ET

In a nutshell these are the changes Obama has already broght into this great nation; Division among all socio-economic status, racism (especially his racist/prejudice wife), sexism, anger, discord, hate, etc. This list is much longer and growing every single minute. Clearly, these are not the kind of changes America needs and deserves. Obama will turn this country into a third-world-country, just listen to his speeches over this past weekend. Very scary ideas on how he pretends to deal with some of the issues we are facing.

Hillary is the best choice we have to lead this country, and bring on positive changes.

TREY   May 20th, 2008 10:04 am ET

lol @ Hilliary not even being relevant anymore

Jacqueline   May 20th, 2008 10:03 am ET

Obama Will be our President, He is honest all the way. I just read an article, Superdelegates Turned Down $1 Million Offer From Clinton Donor, that's not what we are looking for.

Enlightened Voter   May 20th, 2008 10:03 am ET

I really don't think her so called win in KY is going to be as big as she thinks. I like the fact that Obama is being loyal to Iowans.

bill from pa   May 20th, 2008 10:02 am ET

If Kentucky votes for Clinton after her Karl Rove endorsement I give up on the democratic party. She's half nuts and it surprises me how many people are still enamored with her.

No Way   May 20th, 2008 10:02 am ET

When will people give up hope and understand that Barak has won?

Jane L.   May 20th, 2008 10:01 am ET

In reality, Obama is not bringing things as "full circle" as he says, he's returning to Iowa now leaving a trail of wounded citizenry behind him. This is the appropriate time to remind his campaign operatives that, if he is the nominee, they may be in more trouble in November than they'd like to think.

WHY CLINTON SUPPORTERS WON'T VOTE FOR OBAMA:

Many of them will. They won't like it, but they'll vote for Obama if he's the nominee because they know our wounded country cannot take

another Republican president, and they love their country. I'll probably be one of them.

But many democrats will not, and I cannot hold it against them. In the beginning, we all said we'd be happy with either candidate; we liked them

both. Since then, however, we've looked on as Clinton has been hit hard by a blatantly Obama-biased media, both in the news shows and in

the debates. We've listened as Obama attacked her, first in his negative and misleading health care ad, then repeatedly in his speeches. All the

while the media, determined to shape our thinking for us, accused her of attacking him. We've come to realize how un-democratic the

democrats' primary/caucus process is, and that, despite the fact that she has more votes (no, we will NOT dismiss 2 entire states), it will be

"super" delegates who, in the end, simply pick whomever they want. If the democrats used the same process of selection as that used in the

general election, which they logically should, Clinton would clearly be the nominee. Finally, we have been inundated with sexist remarks in this

campaign, and we've come to realize that, even when the woman would probably be the most capable president in history, this country is not

grown up enough to choose her, even over a less qualified man.

And now, on top of all that, if he doesn't end up winning the general election, the media has already made it crystal clear that they are fully

prepared to blame, not him, but HER. It's as though the women's movement is suddenly back in the dark ages.

The Obama campaign operatives may now try to make it up to us by all sorts of means, including chosing a woman for vice-president, but I

don't think anything they do or say will work. I think Obama suporters, the news media and the DNC should brace themselves for whatever

retribution we dole out in November.

FAT LADY SINGING LOUD !!!   May 20th, 2008 10:01 am ET

She is so HILLarious . I think she'll continue to campaign after Barack wins the general election. lol

OBAMA 08′/12′

jj   May 20th, 2008 10:00 am ET

HIS ARROGANCE IS ASTOUNDING. Too bad his experience doesn't match it. Clinton or McCain. Both of them have experience and both of them have been able to cross party lines to get things done.

Uncle Sam   May 20th, 2008 10:00 am ET

Can the American people see through the hype of empty promises for change that Sen. Obama is delivering?

Yes We Can!

Chief lagosboy, NJ   May 20th, 2008 9:59 am ET

Congratulation Obama, we are almost home!

Our President Obama 08’ & 12’
Our President Obama 08’ & 12’
Our President Obama 08’ & 12’
Our President Obama 08’ & 12’

Ivar   May 20th, 2008 9:59 am ET

When is Hillary going to drop out. She is already lagging behind in every single parameter to determine a winner. There is only one category in which SHE MAY or MAY NOT win. Now thats very stupid, crazy and irrational thought. If thats her ground to seek democtratic nomination, then its rational sounds like, I win if you dont include any states that Obama won in. Jeeze….. Who the hell ever elected her in New York???

MT   May 20th, 2008 9:58 am ET

It saddens me to think that some fellow Democrats are considering abandoning what we stand for just to prove a point by voting for Senator McCain and essentially throwing America under the bus.

Old & White w/ GED   May 20th, 2008 9:57 am ET

Tired of the lies
Tired of the fake hair color
Tired of the botox
Tired of the pant-suits
Tired of Clintons

Get out of the way you champion of yesterday

M.S. Indiana   May 20th, 2008 9:57 am ET

Lets get on with it, we cant let McCain and Bush run around with not one to fight them back… Some one will have to tell the truth…

Kentucky and Oregon, lets finish this and vote in Obama, Unite or we will fail…

joe   May 20th, 2008 9:55 am ET

OBAMA…ARROGANCE AND NOMINEE THANKS TO HOWARD DEAN
WHO SUPPORTED HIM FROM THE BEGINNING (BEHIND CLOSE DOORS)

OBAMA..OUT STEPFORD WIFE CANDIDATE

CLINTON..A STRONG FIGHTER

A FLORIDIAN DEMOCRAT WHO WILL ONLY VOTE

HILLARY OR MCCAIN NOW

Kentucky girl   May 20th, 2008 9:54 am ET

SIGN, SEALED AND DELIVERED!

OBAMA 08

GERALD STROTHER   May 20th, 2008 9:52 am ET

Gallup Poll – Election News
Key Clinton Constituencies Moving Toward Obama NEW May 20, 2008
Barack Obama’s widening lead over Hillary Clinton among Democrats nationwide brings with it important gains among Clinton’s core constituencies, including women, whites, and the non-college educated. Obama is now the overwhelming favorite among 18- to 29-year-olds, men, and postgraduates

Rich   May 20th, 2008 9:52 am 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. True Hillary Supporters don't fall for it!!!!!! Vote Democrat!!!! We can't afford 4 more years of Bush!!!!!

Comments have been closed for this article

subscribe RSS Icon
About The Ticker

The latest political news from CNN's Best Political Team, with campaign coverage, 24-7. Sign up for our twice daily Ticker emails. Got a news tip or feedback? For complete political coverage, bookmark CNNPolitics.com.

CNN=Politics Screensaver

CNN=Politics ScreensaverTap into the power of The Situation Room. Download this powerful new tool that keeps you posted on the latest political news from the campaign trail.
Download (4.1 MB, PC only)

Follow us on Twitter

CNN on TwitterGet Ticker updates the moment they appear online via the Web, SMS, or instant messages.
Follow politicalticker

Categories
CNN Comment Policy: CNN encourages you to add a comment to this discussion. You may not post any unlawful, threatening, defamatory, obscene, pornographic or other material that would violate the law. All comments should be relevant to the topic and remain respectful of other authors and commenters. You are solely responsible for your own comments, the consequences of posting those comments, and the consequences of any reliance by you on the comments of others. By submitting your comment, you hereby give CNN the right, but not the obligation, to post, air, edit, exhibit, telecast, cablecast, webcast, re-use, publish, reproduce, use, license, print, distribute or otherwise use your comment(s) and accompanying personal identifying and other information you provide via all forms of media now known or hereafter devised, worldwide, in perpetuity. CNN Privacy Statement.
Home  |  World  |  U.S.  |  Politics  |  Entertainment  |  Health  |  Tech  |  Travel  |  Living  |  Business  |  Sports  |  Time.com
Podcasts  |  Blogs  |  CNN Mobile  |  Preferences |  Email Alerts  |  CNN Radio  |  CNN Shop  |  Site Map
© 2008 Cable News Network LP, LLLP. A Time Warner Company. All Rights Reserved.
Powered by WordPress.com VIP