May 20, 2008
Posted: May 20th, 2008 11:22 PM ET
Obama addressed Iowa supporters Tuesday.
Obama addressed Iowa supporters Tuesday.

(CNN) – Illinois Sen. Barack Obama told an Iowa crowd Tuesday night that his campaign was “within reach of the Democratic nomination.”

CNN projects that Obama won the Oregon primary. Hillary Clinton beat him by a wide margin in Kentucky – but the Illinois senator is still expected to claim a minimum of 14 of the 51 delegates at stake in Tuesday's contest, giving him 1,627 of the 3,253 delegates that will be awarded during the Democratic primaries and caucuses.

"You have put us within reach of the Democratic nomination," Obama told a cheering crowd in Des Moines.

"The skeptics predicted we wouldn't get very far," he said. "The cynics dismissed us as a lot of hype and a little too much hope. And by the fall, the pundits in Washington had all but counted us out. But the people of Iowa had a different idea."

Obama congratulated Clinton's win in Kentucky, calling her "one of the most formidable candidates to ever run for this office." He dismissed claims that the heated exchanges between him and Clinton have divided the party.

"No matter how this primary ends, Senator Clinton has shattered myths and broken barriers and changed the America in which my daughters and yours will come of age," he said.

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Gebray hagos Teklay from Adwa,Ethiopia   May 21st, 2008 5:38 am ET

I would like to say congradulation to the people of USA ,please ready for change.We expect more from Senator Obama to expose punish dictators in Africa like Meles of Ethiopia.
Thank you!!

Ted van Tol   May 21st, 2008 5:21 am ET

I hope Hillary will give up soon and that she
can manage her voters to support Barack if he is the nomine.
I would be a desaster for the USA and the world when the
Clintonvoters vote in november for McCain.
And, from the start the difference between the programs of
Hillary and Barack are almost the same.

I can not understand why thru democrats will vote for a
totaly different program that is proposed by McCain.
The democrats that hate Obama so much that they vote for
McCain and his terrible Bush policy are no democrats at all!
They will make a desasteres choise not only for their country but
also for their childeren and grandchilderen.
Please reconsidder and join for a better future. I can understand
you will be dissapointed that you candidat has not won but it is realy
time to change politics in the USA, if it's not by Hillary than it will be done by Barack..
The whole world is waiting for that to happen!

With love from the Netherland

Folorunso Odidi   May 21st, 2008 4:18 am ET

Congratulations to senator Barack Obama! But a joint ticket with "Billary" Clinton would be disastrous for the United State of America. Watch out!

Jack Smith   May 21st, 2008 4:17 am ET

This primary is over...
Lets get together people!

Obama is a great leader, Hillary is also not bad, but Obama introduces something new. It is not only the "change" statement, but the feeling! We all need to realize that we need change and that we are ready for it. We need to contribute!

We'll crash the Republicans come November!

Dave   May 21st, 2008 3:55 am ET

I want to say congrats to Sen. Clinton for being such a strong candidate.
But really now is the time for her to do her party a favor and get behind Sen. Obama and start working with him to win the presidency and bring change to Washington, and put the US back to being in good standing with the world community.
Please Hillary just stop !!!!!!

BHO   May 21st, 2008 3:53 am ET

I said some months ago that OBAMA will be the winner to be nominated the democratic candidate but alas.. CNN never publish it!

Now what is the big point CNN making the readers to believe?

Ajay   May 21st, 2008 3:52 am ET

Congradulation senator Obama, I hope and wish you will be a great world leader, who will bring peace to the world.

Mike Stephens   May 21st, 2008 3:34 am ET

Let's just hope and pray that Clinton pulls this off somehow. The thought of Obama's inexperience and rash inability makes me cringe. Go Clinton!

Faktur   May 21st, 2008 3:32 am ET

I, like most watchers of American politics, is looking forward to the day I would be proud–yet again–about almost everything 'USA'. And you know what, me think a President Obama will make that happen–sure he would.

dada   May 21st, 2008 3:23 am ET

I said before and I say now>>>>>Obama is the new leader and Clinton is the new VP.

PKH   May 21st, 2008 3:11 am ET

From Florida with love.
I have watched, listened and judged each issue from both sides of the ( Clinton and Obama) (Obama and Clinton) exchange. As a Floridian, an American, born and raised in the USA. I have the RIGHT to stand up and be counted. To deny me a voice in the election process is nothing short of treason. What person or person's sitting on a committee has the right to say to me , Your vote does not count because we choose not to listen to you. Yes, it is that simple!!! Who made up the rules, not me, I'm just a voter who wants my voice heard or not heard. It's my choice to make not yours. This issue should be evaluated by the Supreme Court because I'm an American.

Sandy   May 21st, 2008 3:11 am ET

Now he's trying to appear to take the high road? He is such a hypocrite.

This weasel may be conning his way into the White House . . . and we're letting him.

God help us all.

Sandy   May 21st, 2008 3:09 am ET

Well, the con man may have done it. And we let him.

God help us all.

Mina   May 21st, 2008 3:08 am ET

why are my comments waiting moderation???? Rules made by a man, I suppose.

Obama supporter   May 21st, 2008 3:08 am ET

yes we can and yes we have!!!!

Mina   May 21st, 2008 3:06 am ET

And, lastly, the media still caters to men. . .testosterone driven society. . .just as general society and time to overcome it. Women need to work harder for a smigen of recognition, as Hillary has done and has the brains and experience to lead this country. . .vs. Obama being praised for his charm. . .car saleman looks and demenor. Get real !!!!

Jose   May 21st, 2008 3:04 am ET

Obama-Webb!

Sean   May 21st, 2008 3:04 am ET

Please let this interminable primary end soon.

Joanna Wurzler   May 21st, 2008 3:04 am ET

No, not nomination yet. Hillary Clinton is very fair and she only defenses herself. In this campain She has been pushed and attacked every single day.

Mina   May 21st, 2008 3:02 am ET

Yes, Obama is a car salesman or RE agent. Very charming (to some. ..I don't see it. . i think it's all hype and , idiots following the idoits. . . draws you along, but will not deliver.

NoHillaryOnVpTicket   May 21st, 2008 3:01 am ET

Unfortunately many Hillary supporters are being racist in choosing who to vote for. It is sad and shows extreme ignorance. How would yall like it if someone looked at you and did the same thing? For the Hillary racist.... remember Barack is PART WHITE!!!! If that is what you need to hear in order to vote for him in November...then put a post it note on your refridgerators and everytime you hate him because of his golden complexion... remind your self that he is half YOU! Be proud.

Mina   May 21st, 2008 2:59 am ET

I'm still behind Hillary 1,000++ percent. . .but, If Obama wins because this nation is so testosterone driven. . he's so green, and so attorney/car salesman like, not even qualified. . .I'm voting for McCain. This is a serious issue people!!! Didn't you learn your lesson from our last president? Everyone wants to complain about Bush. .lowest ratings, but take responsibility for your actions. You voted him in, not me. Just as you are voting Obama in, not me!!!!!

Mtui   May 21st, 2008 2:56 am ET

I support this CHANGE that people have believed in! Congratulations Obama and people of USA. Hillary, the world has seen your bravity and you have fought a good fight, give hand to your fellow democrats and join hands to build ONE America!

John Smith   May 21st, 2008 2:55 am ET

It looks like the DEMS really know HOW to lose. It could be that it is the party with the most uneducated and vulnerable folks in this world.

Let the Dems give Hillary to the Republicans. Indeed, the Republicans are really eager for a "fighter" not a uniter. The Republicans will have no problem opening up their "war chest" against the Clintons. They will start where the Clintons left off– the White House items that were stolen and end up with "Bosnia fire." Yeah, let Hillary be the nominee for our women in this nation; blacks should work harder, they are not yet ready!

NoHillaryOnVpTicket   May 21st, 2008 2:54 am ET

Thanks Barack for running a great and tasteful race. You never degraded yourself or anyone else and you are a true gentleman even to Hillary who has defamed you to oblivion! Thanks for giving her props for being the first serious woman candidate... but Please do not give this woman the position of VP. She is being greedy and selfish, since she already lived there. She has very low character and I would be worried about your safety with her being so desperate to be President. Do Not do it! I would rather you loose to McCain, than give her the opportunity to dog you out during your presidency as VP. Sorry Hillary Haters....

Joseph in PA   May 21st, 2008 2:38 am ET

In one way it is a shame two such bright stars had to rise at the same time, but the primary has brought out millions of new voters and reignited the interests of those who have felt powerless before.

I have been impressed with how Sen. Obama has run his campaign, financially, positively, and with dignity. While at times I have been disappointed in the Clinton campaign, when all is said and done, she did him a great service with her tough campaign by making him a better candidate. For this we should all be grateful.

It is time to rally around Senator Obama now and pay serious attention to gaining back the White House for the people and helping secure a more democratic Congress to help Sen. Obama as President.

I was not an original supporter of the winning Democratic Candidates 3 of the past 5 times, but once the people have voted, it is time to support the nominee as much as one can. I am a member of the Democratic Party, not the Clinton Party or the Obama Party.

We need to remember that.

Franki   May 21st, 2008 2:33 am ET

Yes it is just about over. Sen. Hillary I looking forward to you knoting down other wall for us woman

chitowngal07   May 21st, 2008 2:32 am ET

I LOVE IT!!! THIS SHOWS WHAT A GREAT PERSON HE IS HE IS SO READY TO PROCLAIM HIMSELF KING OF THE WORLD WITHOUT HAVING THE TOTAL AMOUNT OF DELEGATES. I UNDERSTAND THAT HE HAS MORE DELEGATES I GET IT BUT IF THIS WAS THE LOTTERY THE STATE WOULD NOT SAY "HEY BARACK YOU WON EVENTHOUGH YOU DO NOT HAVE ALL OF THE NUMBERS BUT YOU HAVE THE MOST NUMBERS, HERE IS YOU MILLION DOLLARS !! HURRAY YOU ARE THE WINNER" PLEASE GIVE ME A BREAK..

JeremyP   May 21st, 2008 2:29 am ET

Yeah, good luck and goodbye Hillary.

Pat in Cali   May 21st, 2008 2:25 am ET

Onward to Montana, South Dakota, Puerto Rico...

Congratulations!

Obama 08

Zak   May 21st, 2008 2:23 am ET

Great speech tonight in Iowa. It was the first time I've seen him in person—it was quite a treat.

California 08   May 21st, 2008 2:23 am ET

This has been a great race. Sen. Clinton has been extraordinary. The American people spoke tonight and Sen. Obama is the presumptive nominee. Now democrats need to unite including Sen. Clinton supporters and lets take on John Mccain in November

Democrats 4 life!!!

dwho   May 21st, 2008 2:20 am ET

Hillary is a lady of courage. She has opened the doors of competitions for women. She will forever be remembered in history for such a marvelous campaign performance. Bravo HRC, Bravo.

Rave   May 21st, 2008 2:18 am ET

OBAMA you rock. Hell of a show you had there.
White, Black, Hispanic, Asian, Middle Eastern, Native Indians – all the votes will be for you in Nov 2008
McCain is a Buffoon. Hillary is old news, forget about her.
OBAMA / AL GORE 2008

Trenton Sims, Los Angeles   May 21st, 2008 2:16 am ET

Lets all contribute to the Hillary Clinton Psycho Therapeutic Recovery Fund..

Man//she is Out to Lunch...

Keith R.   May 21st, 2008 2:15 am ET

That last line's a campliment to Clinton right? If so, way to go. =)

citizen   May 21st, 2008 2:13 am ET

Once again we are at the doorstep of history,

Many are fearful of this.....some fear the future, fear change,.... and would like to stay in the past .....and starve in the past.....but many more ...like Mr. McKinnon ..... are ready to make history,.... to BE history,... and continue on this great American journey of growth and possibillty.

Its not just about us......its about what kind of world we can contribute to. What kind of example we can make, what kind of world we can be proud to give to our children's , children's children.

We are walking with our forefathers, with the sacrifices of great men and women who believed in what this nation could be. We are walking with our American destiny.

Amongst all the craziness and fear, .....God bless our Country, the only place in the world that could produce a .....a citizen, like Barrack Obama

Al   May 21st, 2008 2:13 am ET

...yes, but I would not want ever my daughters to behave like Hillary.

Obama 2008

Abdulazeez Musa   May 21st, 2008 2:02 am ET

THank God that we are almost there. I want to congratulate Clinton for her KY win. I wish her good luck

kiflu   May 21st, 2008 2:00 am ET

I wuold like to say congratulation to people of USA ,the campian is more or less come to end ,the two candidates truly strong and expected to change peoples' outlook toward the great nation(USA) .However , BARACK OBOMA, IS NEARER TO NOMINATION , I beliave he is aman of chage for USA ,for the World. Again congratulation ," FORWARD FOR EVER ,BACKWARD NEVER" USA

Venus   May 21st, 2008 1:52 am ET

Go Obama!

We are closer than Hillary!

Just Words   May 21st, 2008 1:44 am ET

"But the people of Iowa had a different idea." – Barry Oblahma

You mean all 13,000 who CAUCUSED for you???!!!! Yeah, that spells a BIG Win there in November! LOL!!!

Margaret Stewart   May 21st, 2008 1:43 am ET

I am an older white Floridian woman with 2 post-graduate degrees. I voted for Clinton in the Florida primary, but now support Obama. I was conflicted at the time I voted, but firmly made up my mind after closely following the race since the Florida primary. I would like to know what is the breakdown on older white college-educated vs older white women who are not college educated in the polls?

Bart in SC   May 21st, 2008 1:42 am ET

Both candidates have been helped by this primary season not hurt. People seem to forget that both candidates have made themselves known, and more importantly, seen to more voters in this primary season than in any other primary season. This is not a bad thing for the party or the country. What has been bad is the hate that appears in these blogs and I regret to say it but it appears to me that Obama bloggers are the worst. Good luck to us all in November.

Nia   May 21st, 2008 1:41 am ET

Keep on truckin' Obama!!

Tim In Ohio   May 21st, 2008 1:40 am ET

A lil to the left Obama.

TonyNJ   May 21st, 2008 1:40 am ET

What a stunt! With all of the negative ads and the help of most of the media, Obama supporters have the audacity to to claim that Mrs. Hillary Clinton has been attacking Obama unfairly. Well in my opinion, put down the kool-aid. You folks are not only wet behind the ears, you have not lived yet. You only know the politics according to Obama, and slowly put surely the entire electorate of these United States of America will learn his policy of politics, to which he will find himself in a landslide DEFEAT. If you can't take the heat, stay the hell away from the kitchen. These news cast pundits, throwing the kitchen sink at Hillary have shown their tactics, which will only place their careers in question. In my opinion, both he and the rest of his dynamic duo are cry babies. God forbid if the dynamic duo make it to The White House. Those who do not go along with "their" new regime may well end up in the cornfield like in the episode in the Twilight Zone. Yep, allot of good folks / patriots may be turned into a jack in a box, martyrs to something called Democracy and America, which you find so many faults. This be my own opinion, yet many others keep saying the same thing. Hillary For President in 08, or Third Party creation to save Democracy. You are a Great disappointment Mr. Dean. But it be an ill wind that does not blow somebody any good. The American People are just now starting to smell the coffee. Hillary by far, and we will stand by her through thick and thin, rain or shine, to hell and back. God Bless The United States & Hillary Clinton! Confusion To Our Enemies, as the old saying goes.

anthony   May 21st, 2008 1:34 am ET

hillery is power hungry and wont take no for an answer

Tim In Ohio   May 21st, 2008 1:31 am ET

He's within reach of my crotch area too.

Shirley-Ohio   May 21st, 2008 1:31 am ET

You got it, it is yours, you won it fair and square.

doghouse   May 21st, 2008 1:28 am ET

OK!!! So much for the hype of '08. What about '09,10,11??? ALL promises??? Com'on fellow DEMOCRATS...ask Obama and Hillary WHEN was the last time THEY pumped a gallon of gas in their Suv's or even brought groceriers themselves!! Take a good LOOK at AMERCIA!!..It is a LONG RUN, We WILL VOTE,do NOT let US DOWN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

ken levy   May 21st, 2008 1:24 am ET

I wonder if he called Uncle Rev Wright? You know the college kids don't care but Kentucky does.Why do you think Obama lost tonight by 30 points.And thats just the primary.He lost West Vigina last week by even more.And before that Ohio and PA,and IN.His only chance of winning in November is to beg Hillary who won all those states with ease to be his VP.By the way John Edwards did not help Kerry win one State in the 2004 election.Not one.

Bastiaan Koeman   May 21st, 2008 1:23 am ET

Where is the "gas tax bill", three days to go till enactment.
I don't think it has even been drawn up yet, far away from being a bill or voted upon and being rejected by "influenced lawmakers".

Just empty rhetoric by Hillary and Mc. Bush to appease their demographic, low income, blue collar, uneducated and not to forget "stuck in their ways" women over 50.
Unfortunately most of that demographic will not vote "Black", or "change", that's just too much to grasp.
That has been shown through the Primaries and it really shows the bismal state of the Country and the lack of progress in culture.

It is really sad to read so many exit polls that show the unwillingness by the above mentioned demograhic to vote for a "positive" when their candidate has been voted out of the race. Instead they would chose to vote for continued misery than give in to a "black" candidate.

That defines the state of our Country.

As much as I dislike Hillary, I would vote for her in a heartbeat if she were the nominee. I do not agree with her sharp attacks on her Democratic opponent, nor the empty promises just to get votes.
All in all she has the "good" of the Country in mind and I respect her for that.
Mc Bush is just a tool and product of some dubious advisors, he will do himself in.

Obama has the right message, a lot of words, little action yet.
Hillary is somewhat proud to have Carl Rove's endorsement?
Not sure about her appeasing policies.
Mc Cain, just a puppet that doesn't really knows what's up, too confused about what advisors are whispering into his ear.

Maybe it would be a time for "Change".

Ndalio   May 21st, 2008 1:19 am ET

Lets move on

Democrats unite !

hillbilly   May 21st, 2008 1:13 am ET

can't do it...will not support obamappolooza

Krishna   May 21st, 2008 1:11 am ET

May be the nomination is Obama's because the so called institution of 'Super Delegates' failed in it's duty. They should have waited until all questions are settled including making the votes from Florida and Michigan count and see the relative electability of either candidate.Instead they are rushing into Obama's band wagon. It should be borne in mind that majority of wins by Obama are caucuses and that too most of the states will go Republican come November. On the other hand Hillary has won all the must states for Democrats and a few key swing sates needed to win the Presidency.
Democratic party is well knownton pull defeat out of the jaws of victory. and they may yet prove it again.

NO OBAMA,NEVER   May 21st, 2008 1:10 am ET

Never obama....................NEVER

An American in Canada for David   May 21st, 2008 1:09 am ET

"No matter how this primary ends, Senator Clinton has shattered myths and broken barriers and changed the America in which my daughters and yours will come of age," he said.

SHEER PLATITUDES, I WONDER HOW LONG IT TOOK YOUR WRITERS TO COME UP WITH THAT PATHETHIC CLICHE

SHATTERED MYTHS (WHAT DOES THAT MEAN) WHAT MYTH

BROKEN BARRIERS, (WHICH BARRIERS EXACTLY ARE YOU SPEAKING OFF?)

HOW ABOUT HOW YOUR CAMPAIGN AND YOUR BACKERS AND IF THE DNC AND THE SUPERDELEGATES GIVES YOU THENOMINATION THE IT WILL HAVE BEEN STOLEN FROM CLINTON

WHAT WOMEN SEE IS ANOTHER MAN GETTING AHEAD OF A MORE QUALIFIED WOMAN, SIMPLY BECAUSE HE IS A MAN, AND WE ARE VERY ANGRY AND FEDUP, AND THERE WILL BE A BACKLASH!!!
COME THE NOVEMBER ELECTION

arun chawla   May 21st, 2008 1:06 am ET

Always undenying grace

Tobias   May 21st, 2008 1:05 am ET

No matter how this primary ends? It will end at the convention with Clinton winning the nomiation so go stuff it you moron.

brenda ,minnesota   May 21st, 2008 1:02 am ET

Will the superdels overturn the will of the people?

CK   May 21st, 2008 12:58 am ET

Nomination is all yours Obama, now let the biased angry female feminist delusional crazy women cry foul. Gosh! now we know why females should never run for president because they are so illogical, biased, greedy, spiteful, irrational and bitter.

Dr. A   May 21st, 2008 12:58 am ET

This underlines the unaddressed sexism in this campaign. While there is certainly racism, there is also sexism. The racism gets called right away the sexism does not. Just as African Americans got the right to vote before women, perhaps they will get the presidency as well.

I love how Obama's folks seem to say – the superdelegates should go with the will of the people – but when a superdelegate like Senator Byrd endorses Obama – clearly counter to the will of the WV people – no one says anything – not Obama, not the media, not even Clinton. This is the conspiracy in this collusion. If Clinton were given all the delegates (MI and FL) this race would be much closer – but the power elite want Obama.

Dark Kent, not Clark Kent   May 21st, 2008 12:56 am ET

He's being nice ... the party has been unnecessarily divided.

Phillivethedream   May 21st, 2008 12:55 am ET

Look out John McCain.......

Neo   May 21st, 2008 12:51 am ET

Pensilvania, West Virginia and Kentucky, we understand your vote against the black man; I am a white man, but I wish to live in a world where the color of your skin is not a problem. The guys from those states who actually have a degree actually vote for Obama. The uneducated ones from those states should be ashamed of themeselves. Please, go to school.

Mary - Independent   May 21st, 2008 12:51 am ET

Since the DNC is "pushing you into the Whitehouse", it is only a matter of time before you are the Democratic nominee. With the aid of Super Delegates to make that decision and the refusuing to count votes in Florida and Michigan, It appears that it won't be long!
How does it feel that the DNC is violating the Constitution by depriving the American vote? Can you honestly feel content knowing that this took place and what majority of the American voice will you not hear?

OBAMA SUPPORTER   May 21st, 2008 12:51 am ET

congraudulation president obama

Jason   May 21st, 2008 12:46 am ET

Obama will not be stopped. Clinton your done!!

chris james   May 21st, 2008 12:44 am ET

GOOD SPEECH OBAMA, MORE SPECIFIC ABOUT WHAT CHANGE IS ALL ABOUT, MORE SPECIFIC OF WHAT YOU WILL DO AS PRESIDENT, YOUR DIFFERENCES WITH YOUR OPPONENT MCbush AND THEIR 3RD TERM THESAME OLD POLICIES, FEW MORE DELEGATES TO GO, CONGRATLATION.

Proud American   May 21st, 2008 12:42 am ET

YES WE WILL!!!
Obama '08

Stefan   May 21st, 2008 12:35 am ET

Obama loses Kentucky by a quarter million votes and he claims to be within reach of the nomination. Now, that's a politician.

Jeanne   May 21st, 2008 12:34 am ET

I can't wait for the primaries to be over. I hope the DNC & RNC rethink these primaries so that they're shorter. Don't start them until March or April. That way, people aren't too fed up with the whole process when it comes time to vote in the general.

Patricia Becker   May 21st, 2008 12:34 am ET

I am truly appalled that as a Democrat my vote in the primaries was totally disenfranchised as a result of some unknown party people in my state, the doomed Florida, that made the decision not to hold the primary as the DNC dictated.

It is another travestry in elections if Florida and Michigan cannot participate in the convention. I have loudly been anti-Bush way prior to 2000. I had to watch as my worst fears came to reality under the Bush Administration. Now it looks like I will not have my candidate Hillary Clinton on the Democratic Ticket.

I will withdraw from voting at all. Sorry I don't believe either Obama or McCain has the experience to deal with the incredible economic and political fiasco Bush will leave in his wake.

rjames   May 21st, 2008 12:34 am ET

Only one thing matters: winning the Presidency in November.

Our Electoral College is the most important metric the Party must consider

Who can command the most votes in the Electoral College?

Blue State Electoral College vote allocation:

Obama 66

Clinton 117

Swing State Electoral College vote allocation:

Obama 43

Clinton 99

These statistics are before the WV and KY blowouts!

2 to 1 the Democratic voters of the Swing States prefer Hillary Clinton. It is definitive.

The nomination decision is no longer disputable. It is irrational to nominate a candidate whose support is based on primary results from states that are unlikely to deliver Electoral College votes in November.

In summary, the voters of the states that the Democratic nominee MUST win have clearly spoken, and what they have decided must be respected; to do otherwise would be utterly foolish. The superdelegates, as the conscience and repository of wisdom for the Party, must do their duty and ensure that the strongest candidate receives the nomination. Without question, that nominee must be Hillary Rodham Clinton.

Judy R   May 21st, 2008 12:33 am ET

Well, the crowd was certainly smaller at this rally without the free rock concert that was on the beach by his rally in Oregon. Too bad the MSM never mentions those little details.

hillary 08   May 21st, 2008 12:32 am ET

if Obama win we are voting for McCain

stop the madness   May 21st, 2008 12:31 am ET

That's OK for Obama to be modest we have already declared him the winner.

sean   May 21st, 2008 12:30 am ET

barack save us

God Bless America   May 21st, 2008 12:28 am ET

JESUS SAID TO BLESS YOUR ENEMIES AND TURN THE OTHER CHEEK!!!!!!!

NOT ONLY IS OBAMA A MAN OF CHARACTER AND INTERITY BUT............................ HE IS A GENTLEMAN!!!!!!!!!

HE HAS EVEN CHANGED THE WAY POLITICIANS DEAL WITH THEIR OPPONENTS.

HE TRULY IS A MAN OF HONOR.

Jamie   May 21st, 2008 12:23 am ET

I have all the hope and prayers in the world for Senator Kennedy! I know that he will come through this latest challenge even stronger than before and even more committed to doing his important work, as far as working for American people(born and naturalized)......Now on to the issue of THE HONORABLE SENATOR CLINTON. I am a Obama supporter but, I love Senator Clinton. She is amazing and because of her I am able to face my life challenges the way she has approached this presidential contest...with courage and the will to never give up, She has shown me that regardless of how hard the obstacles in front of you, keep fighting and never give up. And eventhough she may not win this nomination.......she will forever be my hero. In her own way she has become a source of strength for women everywhere. I Love You Senator Clinton, but congratulations to the skinny Senator from Illinois...Senator and future PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES.......SENATOR BARACK OBAMA!!!!!!!!!!!!

Viva Obama 08   May 21st, 2008 12:22 am ET

United States of America is for Obama/Hillary 08. Yes we can.

April in Texas   May 21st, 2008 12:21 am ET

YES WE CAN~!!!!!! Its time to change the world one vote at a time. C'mon democrats its time to unite. His issues are so similar to Hillary's and so far away from McCain. We as americans can not afford 4 more years so vote with some common sense will you.

Obama 08/09

David D Kollie   May 21st, 2008 12:21 am ET

So true. Nothing has been gained by Hillary her. Oregon has 52 delegates and K has 51delegates. 1delegate different. It is time for the slamming and bickering to end. Let us look forward to the general election. Hillary, congratulation again. I am speaking for McCain.

spencer   May 21st, 2008 12:20 am ET

Sounds to me like a Hillary write in is coming, in November........

Theo   May 21st, 2008 12:16 am ET

There is something in this guy that touches the soul and body when he speakes...i certainly do stand up here as well...'once in a life time politician'...according to Bill Richardson...He certainly will be the President...hope Clinton comes along...

SC for Hillary   May 21st, 2008 12:14 am ET

WOMEN FOR HILLARY CLINTON, TO ALL WOMEN IF YOU HAVE ANY PRIDE AND DIGINITY, YOU WOULD NOT VOTE FOR OBAMA. HE IS A SEXIST, AND HAVE NO USE FOR YOU EXCEPT COURTING YOU FOR YOUR VOTE. WOMEN STAND UP FOR YOUR GENDER. IF ONE WOMAN IS MISTREATED THIS WAY, ANY WOMAN WOULD BE TREATED THE SAME. HILLARY 08. NO TO OBAMA. BOYCOTT OBAMA

spencer   May 21st, 2008 12:13 am ET

He's a jerk......

Larry   May 21st, 2008 12:12 am ET

Go home Obama, you are dividing the party. You just can not win the election. Your thugs can't cheat and bully in the general election!!!

Hillary 08 or McCain 08

LT for Obama   May 21st, 2008 12:11 am ET

By the end of the night, he will have less than 80 delegates to reach the end. If the SDs continue to come out like they have over the last few days, he will have this sown up on June 3 because we want the remaining states and PR to weigh in to make if official.

Brandon   May 21st, 2008 12:11 am ET

We will never vote for a hater like you Obama. Shame on Obama you need to drop out of race.

Angel   May 21st, 2008 12:10 am ET

Someone might want to tell the superdelegates-MANY, MANY, MANY
OF US WILL NOT VOTER FOR OBAMA IF HE IS THE CANDIATE!! NO MATTER WHAT HE SAYS!! I WILL CHANGE MY PARTY TO REPUBLICAN AND VOTE FOR MCCAIN.

spencer   May 21st, 2008 12:09 am ET

who cares what he says.............

Susan   May 21st, 2008 12:08 am ET

From the very start, we started seeing Obama as 'star struck'. This concerned us.

Bitter Tommy Hussein in St. Louis   May 21st, 2008 12:06 am ET

Gee, let's hear all the whiners cry about how arrogant he is (with the implication that Hillary would somehow be acting differently if it were the other way around). And let's also hear some complaining about how he's not pouring time, money, and resources into losing causes like West Virginia and Kentucky, which we're supposed to consider as representative of the entire country; and how he's looking ahead to the general election. Those too are apparently things Hillary and her respectful, humble supporters would not do, were they in his shoes. Spare me, please.

CA Independent Chris   May 21st, 2008 12:00 am ET

Congratulations, Senator Obama.

Greg Turner   May 21st, 2008 12:00 am ET

Why do race and gender matter still? Many minorities, women and of color have made great contributions to our society. Why do we let the ignorance and fears of a small minority that lives in fear and insecurity play on our hearts and minds. Free your minds from mental slavery and make the right decision. This is 2008 not 1968. We have made to many advances to still be engaged in that way of thinking and living.

Hillary 2 Victory   May 20th, 2008 11:55 pm ET

HOLD YOUR HORSIES....

OBAMA IS NOT "WRIGHT" FOR THE JOB

Kathy, Andover   May 20th, 2008 11:54 pm ET

Great Speech, Barack! Would like a CNN t-shirt, from CNN's latest news page, but the t-shirt icon isn't working . . . don't tell me it's already sold out!

Trasa   May 20th, 2008 11:53 pm ET

Obama all the way. Yeah, I'm sure the Clinton machine didn't expect you to come this far, but you made and you will earn the nomination fair and square, unlike Hillary.

Another thing, I don't get it, Hillary says every vote counts and every person should be heard, but then she state the caucus states don't count for popular votes. I find that interesting, like they don't matter because it not in her favor. I'm getting sick of her trying to swindle the nomination, well it's not going to happen.

OBAMA 08/12 :)

Desmond Sequeira   May 20th, 2008 11:53 pm ET

OBAMA's words about Clinton: Typically MAGNANIMOUS AND GENIUNE.

dunno yet   May 20th, 2008 11:50 pm ET

You will win Mr. Obama and congratulations but watch out you have seen nothing yet!

David, Santa Rosa, CA   May 20th, 2008 11:48 pm ET

Oh my word... CNN, you folks are so dramatic. It's over. It's been over. I'm not sure which of you are having more difficulty with this reality, Clinton campaign or CNN.

JamesAAMale   May 20th, 2008 11:48 pm ET

Take it from a black american male. We will never vote for Obama no matter what when where. We are going to vote for true patrotic americans. Anti-Americans do not belong in the white house no matter what color they are and no matter what kind of snake oil he is selling. He is not one of us and never will be. It may be alright for civilians to hate this country but never the president. He has just said that we must change our habits driving, eating, and heating our homes to the liking of other countries. This dude is not one of us. I will never vote for him, ever, ever, ever.

PRESIDENT HILLARY CLINTON 2008 !!!

next best,

JOHN MCCAIN 2008 !!!

Jim   May 20th, 2008 11:47 pm ET

Wow, another 2004 Presidential election. Once again voters are faced with make the best of a bad situation. Who should i vote for? Obama / Kerry or McCain / Bush? Both men are hopelessly lost and have absolutely nothing in common with the average American.

cory,fl   May 20th, 2008 11:44 pm ET

maybe he needs to stop running from the fights like west virgina and kentucky and start working to make up some ground and try to show he needs to be the one, because right now she has it

Daniel, WA   May 20th, 2008 11:43 pm ET

OBAMA, GO AWAY. YOU ARE FAKE.

No.Cal. for Obama   May 20th, 2008 11:43 pm ET

Such a beautiful family. You will make a great president. Michelle, keep your head up. You are doing an excellent job. Yes, you have made some mistakes but we ALL make them. The important thing is how you learned from them.

Go Obama.

mmartin arkansaw   May 20th, 2008 11:43 pm ET

wish hillary was this gracious...

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