May 20, 2008
Posted: 05:43 PM ET

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(CNN) –
The vast majority of Hillary Clinton supporters in Kentucky are not willing to support Barack Obama should he win the party’s nomination, a sign of the continuing division in the Democratic Party as the primary race comes to a close.

According to the just released exit polls, only 33 percent of Clinton backers said they would vote for Obama should he be the party’s nominee. That compares to 71 percent of Obama supporters who say they are willing to support Clinton if she wins the nomination.

Those numbers are even worse for Obama than in West Virginia one week ago, where 36 percent of Clinton voters said they would back Barack Obama in fall.

As for the Clinton backers in Kentucky, 41 percent of them say they will back McCain if Obama is the Democratic nominee, 23 percent said they won’t vote at all, and 3 percent said they would vote for other candidates.

Among Obama supporters in Kentucky, 14 percent said they would back McCain, 11 percent said they would not vote in the general election, and 4 percent said they would vote for other candidates.

Filed under: Barack Obama • Hillary Clinton


Michigan Voter !!!   May 20th, 2008 5:45 pm ET

Obama , And Obama Supporters , You don't GET IT !!!! . Obama Can Have ALL THE ENDORSEMENTS , PLEDGED DELEGATES , AND SUPER DELEGATES , 1 MILLION DELEGATES , IT DOESN'T MATTER !!!!!!!
OBAMA WILL NEVER GET OR VOTES !!!!!!

WE WILL ONLY VOTE FOR , HILLARY OR JOHN McCAIN !!!!

Keith   May 20th, 2008 5:45 pm ET

Who cares. Obama doesn't need these racist states to win in November

Tom in VA   May 20th, 2008 5:47 pm ET

This never had anything to do with sexism. There are just not that many people that have a problem with a woman president - it's THAT woman we do not want to be president.

Brian   May 20th, 2008 5:47 pm ET

Democrats need to unite. Please let's all get beyond petty bickering and image making and look at their stances on the real issues. I know that many hillary supporters may not like obama, but he has incredibly similar policies. If McCain is elected it will mean more of the hardships that have plagued us for the past eight years.

Hillary Go Girl Go   May 20th, 2008 5:47 pm ET

I will not vote for Obama ANYTIME. This doesn't matter what you say nor how much times go by. Obama does not have the experience and knowledge as Hillary. I AM SICK OF OBAMA picking on Hillary and that is ONE reason I would not vote for him if he wins. Obama doesn't debate with Hillary but he will debate with McCain. Go McCain and put him in his place. He is a coward. He will and does not debate and if you ANYTHING he takes it personal!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

58 white old ladies for OBAMA   May 20th, 2008 5:47 pm ET

HILLARY HAS WIDENED THE RIFT AS FAR AS SHE HAS.

SHE & BILL IN THE LAST TWO DAYS HAVE EXPRESSED

THEIR PREFERENCE FOR THE REPUBLICAN PARTY.

mmartin arkansaw   May 20th, 2008 5:47 pm ET

it's because hillary is a woman!women can't be presi….oops here comes my old lady….shhhhhh!

fred   May 20th, 2008 5:47 pm ET

MEANING THAT HILLARY SUPPORTERS ARE BITTER PEOPLE WHO HOLD TO THEIR GUNS AND RELIGION LIKE OBAMA SAID HUH? SO, OBAMA ISN'T AN ELITIST JUST HILLARY SUPPORTERS BEING JEALOUS BECAUSE THEIR CANDIDATE DIDN'T RUN A SMART CAMPAIGN. SHOWING ONCE AGAIN HOW MUCH OF A BIG BABY HILLARY SUPPORTERS ARE BEING.

Thomas   May 20th, 2008 5:47 pm ET

My family of 5 who have always voted Dem will be voting for McCane or like my parents writing in Hillary… Oh and we are from Oregon ("Obama's State")

Laurel   May 20th, 2008 5:48 pm ET

Sounds like Hillary supporters tend to have more of a sour grapes attitude. Maybe they'll come around by November.

Bill, Florida   May 20th, 2008 5:48 pm ET

If you look at general election polls nationally, Clinton and Obama run about the same, both with a slight advantage over McCain. However, if you look at the individual state polls and their electoral votes, Clinton would beat McCain, but McCain would beat Obama. Obama could be the next Al Gore, and go on to win the popular vote but lose the presidency. At this crucial time in our country's history, we can't have another 4 years of a Republican president. Please Vote Hillary 08.

Kuilor2k   May 20th, 2008 5:48 pm ET

Obama and his supporters think the world is rosy and everything is going to be ok.

The real deal is they are running on hope. They hope their parents retirement will come through so their parents dont have to live with them.

James - Indiana   May 20th, 2008 5:48 pm ET

These Democrats who would vote for McCain just to spite Obama don't even realize they will be voting against their own interests in the fall. Oh well. When we're still at war, gas prices are through the roof, corporations continue to get richer, and the poor get poorer, at least we'll know who to blame.

ABDEL   May 20th, 2008 5:48 pm ET

Kentucky and West Virginia, we know your extreme views, you ll never change…

Arkansas Undertaker   May 20th, 2008 5:48 pm ET

Just goes to show how this country hasnt changed at all!……….Still just as Racist as ever. I hope McCain eats themn all for breakfast if he wins in November.

The racist idiots will deserve everything they get.

Pam   May 20th, 2008 5:49 pm ET

Because people in that part of the country are racist.

Dagim   May 20th, 2008 5:49 pm ET

I think based on Hillary people should support democratic nominee. She said it will be " a grave mistake to vote for Mccain". So people who want a change shouldn't think twice. Let's not make this historic election about sexism or racism.

AW   May 20th, 2008 5:49 pm ET

So…………………….?

marty   May 20th, 2008 5:49 pm ET

We will write in Hillary Clinton in November.

fred   May 20th, 2008 5:49 pm ET

WHY IS IS THAT OBAMA PEOPLE ARE WILLING TO STAY DEMOCRATIC WHILE HILLARY SUPPORTERS ARE GOING REPUBLICAN? ANOTHER DEMONSTRATION OF HOW EDUCATED AND WILLING OBAMA PEOPLE ARE TO UNITE THE PARTY. UNLIKE HILLARY SUPPORTERS.

Kuilor2k   May 20th, 2008 5:49 pm ET

Come on Obama supporters. Tell your parrents how much you dont care about them and want change from the empty suit so that the economy will go into the toilet and you can get a good deal on some stocks. No matter how much it costs your parrents everything they ever made!

James   May 20th, 2008 5:49 pm ET

As the person who appears to be Hillary's political idol would say, "Mission Accomplished".

nick from SD   May 20th, 2008 5:49 pm ET

that's because Obama supporters are educated and Clinton supporters aren't… anyone who knows they're rear end from a hole in the ground knows that our nation can't afford to continue Bush's failed policies…

R.I.F.   May 20th, 2008 5:49 pm ET

Not a surprise. It is Kentucky. They would rather suffer four more years of economic hardship under the McCain regime than vote for a black man.

Jen B   May 20th, 2008 5:50 pm ET

This is all part of Clinton's scorched earth strategy.
Shame on her and her self-serving campaign.

HSNP   May 20th, 2008 5:50 pm ET

If these numbers hold true, Obamanauts, you lose in November. Then you will know disappointment. You have asked for it with all of your Clinton bashing and I hope you get it in full measure.

AGO   May 20th, 2008 5:50 pm ET

I'll not vote foe Obama, We need someone who cares about our nation!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!,not a smooth talked, with a false grin!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Sad!   May 20th, 2008 5:50 pm ET

Clinton supporters need to OPEN THEIR EYES—Hillary has even said it herself that it would be a terrible mistake to vote McCain over Obama. If you were a true democrat you would vote based on the party, afterall don't you care about the issues we face as Americans? Or are you a secret/closet-lover McBush fan??
Sounds like some people are ONLY supporting her because she is a woman-otherwise if they were supporting her for what she stands for they would realize that Obama stands for the same thing.

Obama 08

Jen   May 20th, 2008 5:51 pm ET

Well, thank Hillary Clinton those poll exit results. All she has done is divide our party by staying so long and playing the race card.

Hillary WIN WIN WIN WIN   May 20th, 2008 5:51 pm ET

I WILL NOT VOTE FOR OBAMA IF HE WINS OVER HILLARY. This is my choice and I am tired of his style of debating. Say nothing and you don't have any comments to give. CHANCE WELL everybody wants change but Obama needs the youth because they have not seen the visions of president we have. ALL TALK NOT DEBATE. I would really like to see Obama give Hillary the respect she desires as a women. We have to bow down to Obama because One day he is white and the next day he is black. He looks to nervous on TV is anybody says one thing. Oh my gosh that must be again me Even my wife. What happens to her the future. NO OBAMA NOW OR IN THE FUTURE. i KNOW ALOT OF PEOPLE WHO HAVE CHANGED THEIR MIND TOWARDS OBAMA.

Craig   May 20th, 2008 5:51 pm ET

people…we need change

SLO Bear   May 20th, 2008 5:51 pm ET

This can be attributed to the Clinton's Rovian tactics and Obama supporters' common sense.

LT for Obama   May 20th, 2008 5:51 pm ET

Anyone who says they are going to vote for the republicans is not, at heart, a true democrat.

I am very willing to grudgenly vote for Hillary if she is the nominee. I feel that she is better at managing our sorry state of affairs better than McCain.

I do feel, however, that Obama has a better chance of reaching out to the global community and working on mending fences as well as turning this country's finances and domestic issues around for the better.

GERALD STROTHER   May 20th, 2008 5:51 pm 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

Jackson   May 20th, 2008 5:51 pm ET

Sometimes I think the context in some of these polls are made to stir up drama against Hillary but oh well. You know, anything can happen if either becomes the nominee, it's not even that close to the general election yet.

jeff   May 20th, 2008 5:51 pm ET

Oh, please, this is so such a racism thing. Coming from Kentucky, this is not a shocker. Totally sad.

Jim, Illinois   May 20th, 2008 5:51 pm ET

The Democratic party is a mess if half it's voters care more about race than what the party stands for.

58 white old ladies for OBAMA   May 20th, 2008 5:51 pm ET

WE LOVE OBAMA BUT ITS TRUE. HE HAS LESS EXPERIENCE.

HE HAS NOT BEEN MARRIED TO BILL.

HE HAS NOT STARTED A WAR, THAT LED TO OUR $4.00 A GALLON

OF GAS.

HE HAS NOT BETRAYED HIS OWN PARTY, & NEVER WILL..

HE HAS NOT BETRAYED US WITH MEDICAL INSURANCE.

AND WORSE OF ALL, HE DID NOT SERVE IN BOSNIA.

Sharon Minnesota   May 20th, 2008 5:52 pm ET

There's plenty of good reasons not to support or vote for Barack Obama. John McCain will make a good substitute democrat this year for millions of ex-democratic voters that have seen the light.

I have tried to post a whole list of these reasons but your site will not accept them. I'll try again some other time when CNN starts playing a fair political game with the American public.

Hillary 2012   May 20th, 2008 5:52 pm ET

So which is it CNN? An earlier story today stated that Obama is gaining support from Hillary supporters.

I think you are do or say anything news agency. That is, do or say anything for ratings….

I can tell you that small town voters will not support Barack Obama. It was nothing Hillary said or did…. It was all about Rev Wright and Obama's bitter comments.

Mark my words. Small town voters are turned off by Obama and would rather vote for McCain.

If you don't believe me… Let's look at the track record. Dukakis, Kerry, Gore….. All ultra liberal and unelectable.

It's not about race, it's about values!

Here we go Democrats… Keep voting Obama and keep splitting the Democrats apart!

Moderate Democrats for Hillary

Team Obama   May 20th, 2008 5:52 pm ET

I personally think the 41% who say they will vote for McCain over Obama if Obama is the nominee is sad. I personally feel it is about race. I am from the West Coast, and I have to say as unfortunate as it is, the East Coast is extremely Racists!

William Delaware   May 20th, 2008 5:52 pm ET

all democrats need to unite; don't give up your political ideals and vote for the other party just because your candidate may not get the nomination! Do you want another 4 years of failed policies?

Chukwuma - Umuasua   May 20th, 2008 5:52 pm ET

Who cares..???

those are Republicans anyway!!!

Remember operation chaos by republicans…. to elect Hillary because she is easier to beat ????

Dennis   May 20th, 2008 5:52 pm ET

I believe it will change. I believe that after June 3, when the primaries are over, a nominee will be decided, and if not, it'll happen shortly thereafter. Then the party will rally around the nominee. I think the recent poll that showed Obama's lead over Clinton growing among Democratic voters is evidence of that. I think if Clinton somehow got the nomination, Obama's supporters would come out and vote for her.

There is a lot of time between now and November. I think many Democratic voters will come around to voting for the Democratic nominee, even if it wasn't their candidate, once they really get a chance to focus on McCain and his policies. Obama and Clinton aren't so different in their views. The country needs one of them. I respect Senator McCain's service, but the country doesn't need him as a President right now.

SB   May 20th, 2008 5:52 pm ET

Racist morons. Isn't being married to your sister or first cousin illegal.

Rose - Baltimore, MD   May 20th, 2008 5:52 pm ET

You have to be a divisive person to support hillary. There is no other way to define her supporters.

Don in Florida   May 20th, 2008 5:52 pm ET

Sounds like there's a lot of people out there who want to take their ball and go home because their person lost. I wonder if they teach their children those same lessons. If so then maybe we should be scared for out future.

Pat-WA   May 20th, 2008 5:52 pm ET

Most Obama supporters could care less what WVA and Kentucky voters think because they have not come into the times of equality. They are the few and not the many!

AGO   May 20th, 2008 5:52 pm ET

Sorry I miss spelled VOTE, which is what I will not do for Obama!!!!

Phil-Little Rock   May 20th, 2008 5:52 pm ET

That's not division. That's rednecks and tobacco chewers that have been blinded to the Clinton BS. It's not enough that they think that, because of his color, they're superior to him. But when reality says he's somewhat superior to them, they get…….dare I say……..bitter. Bitter that it wasn't them blessed with that talent, although we all have the same opportunities in life.

Don't worry about KY, Sen. Obama. If Kentucky goes for McCain, I'd better see all those clod-kicking inbreds taking their kids to the military recruiting stations because this 100-year war is going to need some listless hillbillies to fight it.

Berat, Park Ridge, IL   May 20th, 2008 5:52 pm ET

Anyone Hillary Clinton supporter who would back John McCain over Barack Obama in the general election is a racist.

Oooh! Inflammatory remark! But it's true. Why would anyone vote for John McCain's ideas when they had backed Hillary Clinton's ideas? The results of your poll, Bill, make me think that you're not looking hard enough. The sad truth is, there are a lot of racists out there, enough that I'm afraid that people won't vote their consciences.

Let me put this very plainly, in words that perhaps even idiots like the 41% of Clinton supporters in Kentucky who responded like that to your poll can understand: Hillary Clinton is to John McCain as Ronald Reagan is to Communism. If you stand with progressives, you stand with the Democrats, and we welcome you in; if you don't, however, I beg and plead of you, stop voting for Hillary Clinton — you don't agree with her in the first place.

JT   May 20th, 2008 5:52 pm ET

VOTE FOR MCCAIN?

WHAT ARE YOU THINKING.

You are thinking completely irrationally.

LT for Obama   May 20th, 2008 5:52 pm ET

These so-called polls only show that Obama supporters are far more loyal to the party over the candidate.

United we stand…

NYCBoilermaker   May 20th, 2008 5:52 pm ET

cut off the nose to spite the face

David, Newport OR   May 20th, 2008 5:52 pm ET

This is what makes America great…we have the right to vote for the person we think will be best. Why some people will vote to continue the present policies is beyond me, especially when it is economically killing them…but that is their right. Could this be nothing more than the difference between educated and non-educated voters that we have been hearing so much about? Maybe it is sexism? Maybe it is elitism? Maybe it is just poor sportsmanship. Only time will tell.

NickNas   May 20th, 2008 5:53 pm ET

This only shows the difference in the two candidates supporters. Obamas are working for the betterment of the country and change for the better and Hillarys supporters are just as divisive immature and hateful as she is and will anything to get what they want.

Gender doesn't matter to Obama supporters

RACE REALLY matters to Hillary supporters.

Ian   May 20th, 2008 5:53 pm ET

Just goes to show that Obama voters are more level headed… *sigh* I HOPE and PRAY that Hillary voters can get over themselves and Hillary and vote DEMOCRATIC.

The Truth   May 20th, 2008 5:53 pm ET

Does not matter….Obama has already won the primary.

It is the delegate count in the and he will be ahead.

Obama leads in degates, states, total votes, Super D's, national polls, and most important electability.

America has chosen Obama not the LYING BILLARY CLINTON!

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

Politically Speaking   May 20th, 2008 5:53 pm ET

This reflects how "bitter" SOME Clinton supporters really are.

Chris from NY   May 20th, 2008 5:53 pm ET

I don't trust these surveys because the people who are saying these things are women who switched partys so they could help Hillary win the nomination. Now that their self inflated ego has been deflated they are going back to their base. I hope the door doesn't hit them on their way out.

RB   May 20th, 2008 5:53 pm ET

Shame on you, Kentucky! It' time to either move forward or get left behind. Being left behind is not good for you nor your children! I hope you guys don't join WV. What would that say about you?

Jon   May 20th, 2008 5:53 pm ET

So what else is new? The Dems have quite the mess on their hands. I doubt it'll be pretty should either Obama or Clinton get the nod. My feeling is this:

Obama gets in
Obama runs against McCain
McCain gets secret support from the Clinton camp
Obama is wasted in the elections
McCain president
Obama relegated to the Dukakis status and is finished
Hello President Hillary in either 2012 or 2016

Aliou FL   May 20th, 2008 5:53 pm ET

What's new?

If clinton can't manage her flog, then can she manage the country?

Barack told his followers to unite and that is what they did.

Clinton doesn't control either her staff, nor her supporters. That was predictable since she can't even control bill. Too sad that she had to bring herself to this naked position where everyone sees what she really is and can do: Nothing.

Darryl- Montebello   May 20th, 2008 5:53 pm ET

More hillbilly's

Bruce TX   May 20th, 2008 5:53 pm ET

I also will Not Vote for Obama if Hillary should Loose the nomination, as a Veteran he has no experience in Military matters and Not Putting his hand over his heart for the National Anthem , was a slap in the Face to all that Fought for his rights! Hillary or Hello President McCain in November!

FL Independant   May 20th, 2008 5:53 pm ET

Umm hello? Kentucky was not going to be in play even if Hillary had won the nomination.

Carrie   May 20th, 2008 5:53 pm ET

Obama has built such a large and diverse coalition of voters that it is reasonable to suggest that his voters would come out for her.

Clinton's primary base of support is SO narrow that it is no surprise that they would not vote for Obama

anon   May 20th, 2008 5:54 pm ET

Cue the:

"He can't win in November!"

and

"If not Hillary, I'll vote for McCain!"

and

"Let's start a Hillary Clinton write in campaign!"

_____________________________________________________

It gets kind of redundant after a while folks. It's been heard enough. Just do it already!

Keep this in mind Clinton fanatics - if you vote McCain to spite Obama, what do you think Obama supporters will do when your precious Queen appointee runs in 2012?

ka   May 20th, 2008 5:54 pm ET

This continuing division is a result of Clinton's aggressive and divisive campaign against Obama. 71 % Hillary's voters don't believe in Obama’s ability to win against McCain.

TR, CT   May 20th, 2008 5:54 pm ET

he doesn't need KY, Clinton wouldn't of gotten it either….new Gallup polls show Obama beats Clinton in EVERY SINGLE category now except OLD OLD women

The broadening of Obama's appeal for the nomination seen in Gallup's May 16-18 polling is fairly widespread, with the percentage favoring him increasing among most demographic categories of Democratic voters. However, as a result, certain groups that were already highly supportive of Obama for the nomination — men, 18- to 29-year-olds, postgrads, and upper-income Democrats — are now overwhelmingly in his camp. Obama is currently favored among these groups by a 2-to-1 margin, or better, over Clinton.

At the same time, support for Clinton among some of her traditionally stalwart support groups — women, Easterners, whites, adults with no college education, and Hispanics — has fallen below 50%.

The only major demographic group still supporting Clinton to the tune of 51% or more is women aged 50 and older. This group's preferences have changed little during May, at the same time that Clinton's support among younger men (those 18 to 49) has declined by nearly 10 points.

Henry Bryant   May 20th, 2008 5:54 pm ET

Most Clinton supporters are bitter and really have not dealt with their anger and "Racist" attitude towards a black candidate. It goes to show that this nation still has a long way to go towards racial harmony. They should not cut off their noses to spite their face. Leave it to the republicans and pundits to keep this kind of dialogue going.

Kuilor2k   May 20th, 2008 5:54 pm ET

I'm from Texas. And I can (along with many other middle of the road voters) change this state for the democrats. But we wont do it for Obama. If the DNc believes they are doing the democrats a service by making Obama (the most lefty in the party) their candidate. They do so at their own peril! I will NEVER vote for Obama. And I have voted in every election (on ALL races, not just checking the top box). So listen very closely DNC, you are loosing us BIG TIME!

Paul Frazier   May 20th, 2008 5:54 pm ET

Did they ask if it was about race or policy? I dont understand how you could be willing to vote for Hillary or Obama and then if the person you dont want does not get the bid, vote for McCain. Hillary or Obama are so different then McCain.

Rob K.   May 20th, 2008 5:54 pm ET

Stupid is is what stupid does.
To all you Kentuckyans have fun continuing to flounder in Kentucky- a bastion of nonprogress and ignorance.

I just hope the pundits call Kentucky for what it is- insignificant and not overexagerate their role in our nation's future. We have evolved.

frank   May 20th, 2008 5:54 pm ET

If Obama wins the nomination and selects Hilary as VP I will vote for McCain

Sherri   May 20th, 2008 5:54 pm ET

It is extraordinary to see how people continually will "bite off their nose to spite their face."

A vote for McCain is a vote for the politics and agenda of President Bush and the current administration. Maybe it is time for these "Democrats" to leave the party and join the Republican party?

Support Hillary, that is great, but please, please support the Democrat who wins the nomination. Four more years of Republican's in the White House will cost us dearly. Democrats must unite under one candidate or we will pay a terrible cost in terms of women's rights, the continuation of the Iraq war, and the continued decline in jobs and our economy.

Boston Ben   May 20th, 2008 5:54 pm ET

This raises the issue of whether there might be a racist component as to why Mrs. Clinton's supporters would not vote for Mr. Obama — not that they are all racists. With such large lack of support, are they just angry that their candidate looks destined to lose; are they just unimpressed with Mr. Obama's qualifications, character, values; or are they racially motivated - or is it a mix of all of this? The numbers alone suggest that racism could be stronger than sexism in this contest.

Jan   May 20th, 2008 5:55 pm ET

This is a very sticky wicket for the Democratic party. I am one of the staunch Hillary Clinton supporters who absolutely refuses to vote for Barack Obama should he win the nomination. The job of President of the U.S. is far too important for an inexperienced person. I feel very torn about this but I simply can not vote for Obama.

ash   May 20th, 2008 5:55 pm ET

hillbillies don't matter anyway

racist dropouts

steveg   May 20th, 2008 5:55 pm ET

If it's a similar demographic to West Virginia, this is not entirely suprising. I'm sure those reporting on WV cherry-picked interview segments, but when even a few voters still think Obama is a Muslim, or can't quite bring themselves to trust African Americans, it's disturbing. Also, I'm not sure I'd be trumpeting the horns of victory based on this kind of support.

Debbie   May 20th, 2008 5:55 pm ET

That is 100% correct. I will not ever vote for Obama. I am 100% a Hillary supporter and Hillary is the only one that can bring this country around. She has the experience and the guts to do what is necessary to save the American dream. I haven't decided if I will even vote or I will vote for McCain. Are the Hillary supporters the only ones that see Obama for what he really is. By the way, Florida and Michigan votes SHOULD BE COUNTED. HELLO OUT THERE, is the DNC blind.

Hillary for President 2008 — 100%

Marla   May 20th, 2008 5:55 pm ET

It started at approximately 1/3 of HRC voters would not vote for Obama, then it increased to half, now it is up over 60%. Wake up DNC, the Hillary supporters are not a pocket of support because they are racist, stupid women, they number 17 million strong and THEY WILL NOT FALL IN LINE in November! They cannot and will not vote for an unqualified, arrogant candidate now matter how the MSM and DNC pushes him down our throats. Wake up DNC!

Jerry   May 20th, 2008 5:55 pm ET

The reason why they wouldnt vote for Obama they are racist people

True statement...   May 20th, 2008 5:55 pm ET

Most Obama voters in KY are educated, informed and able to see the big picture beyond the candidates.

Most Hillary voters in Kentucky would vote for Count Dracula over a half-white, half-black man.

Lisa   May 20th, 2008 5:55 pm ET

DNC I hope you are taking note about Obama in the fall.

James Parsons   May 20th, 2008 5:55 pm ET

So in other words, the majority of Clinton supporters support only Hillary and not the agenda of the democratic party. They would rather see a third Bush term than the democrats in control of the executive branch? The politics of the two are not substantially different.

Terry   May 20th, 2008 5:55 pm ET

i think its a shame that if obama becomes the nominee that clinton supporters will not back him. It s is ignorant to say if your party member does not win we will vote for the other candiate. Makes no sense and makes you wonder how far we have really came along as a society

Ardnuas   May 20th, 2008 5:56 pm ET

Why are Hillary's supporters so HATEFUL? Can't you see she is just using you….. why didn't she do anything to help you when SHE was in the Whitehouse? Once she gets your vote, she will HELP the lobbist who have given her the MOST money.

ed   May 20th, 2008 5:56 pm ET

If "its over" why does Hillary blowout Obama in these contest. He outspends HIllary (usually 3 to 1) in every state yet he still loses big

Ohio-10%
Penn-10%
Indiana- 2%
WV- 41%
Kentucky-? (30+)

what does that say about Obamas ability to close? He has every advantage and cant win these states. More of Obamas supporters would support Hillary than the other way around. Even though they know that Hillary would have to "steal the nomination" from Obama.

This entire contest is worthless if we dont win in November!

Important point:

In Ohio for general election RCP average is Hillary is +9%, Obama down 1.3% vs Mccain. THINK ABOUT IT!!!!!!!!!
Obama ran a large campaign and outspent Hillary 4:1, and he is currently losing (in a climate that favors dems) in the general election polling

I take most polls with a grain of salt but thats a major difference where there shouldnt be one

Then think of FLA, Hillary will win, Obama wont.

Rocky   May 20th, 2008 5:56 pm ET

Racism at its finest.

Mack   May 20th, 2008 5:56 pm ET

The division between race is bringing to light the type of people the Democratic Party doesn't need. If you can't see the man beyond and beneith the color of his skin, good riddance to you.

Reality   May 20th, 2008 5:56 pm ET

Clinton supporters who are dead set on not voting for Obama and voting for McCain…. if Obama wins the nomination….are STUPID and narrow minded !!!! Probably even ignorant and racist !! Obama supporters are at least open to voting for Hilliary if she would win the nomination. Shows the different levels of intelligence between Obama's supporters and the Clinton supporters.

I think it would be great if both of them can come together as Pres and VP …sooo everyone is happy !!!

oldoregon   May 20th, 2008 5:56 pm ET

Makes you wonder if the Hillary voters are really Democrats at all, or if they are just Limbaugh-inspired voters looking to mess up the opposition. It is a sad day for America when such division runs so deep.

Mark   May 20th, 2008 5:56 pm ET

Like this should really be shocking and are you really surprised that Hillary supporters would say that…it's my way or no way for them . If that's the case, then don't complain if John McCain wins the Presidential nomination. And don't think that four years from now that any one will forget what Hillary and you did the party…enjoy!!!

Kris   May 20th, 2008 5:56 pm ET

This is not good for dems.. Take hillary as VP.

Obama/ Clinton '08 '12

Lori   May 20th, 2008 5:57 pm ET

I guess Hillary supporters would rather have 4 more years of Bush politics?

Sort of pathetic thinking if you ask me.

Frannie   May 20th, 2008 5:57 pm ET

The sad truth is that the voters in Kentucky and West Virginia would never vote for a black man, no matter what he stood for, and none of the pundits have the courage to say that.

Mimi De La Cruz for OBAMA   May 20th, 2008 5:57 pm ET

ITS THE FAULT OF,

THE DNC

THE MEDIA,

THE PEOPLE THAT CAN READ,

THE PEOPLE THAT CAN THINK,

AND THOSE WHO HATE LYRES & SLEAZE.

TRUTHFULLY ITS THE FAULT OF TWO INDIVIDUALS THAT

ARE BIGOTS & ALL THINGS NOT APPEALING TO US.

jfs Memhis, Tn   May 20th, 2008 5:57 pm ET

Must be a lot of Republicans trying to mess things up…………or……….considering how close these candidates are on policy the alternative would have to be , I AM SORRY TO SAY, have to be racial. This is an example of voters voting only for personalities or gender preferences. What the person stands for has NOTHING TO DO WITH THEIR VOTE. That is obvious since Obama almost mirrors Hillary's election issues. I do not believe these folks will find a home in the democratic party again unless there's some adjustments. I believe that the Clinton's are aware of this from experience in the 90's.

Ed, Santa Fe, NM   May 20th, 2008 5:57 pm ET

NO HAG HILLARY ON THE TICKET???

WHAT DIVISION? THE FOOL CAN'T EVEN DO BASIC MATH…. SHE CANNOT WIN THE NOMINATION

Clinton, NV   May 20th, 2008 5:57 pm ET

There is a divide in this country. Enlightened and not enlightened. This has nothing to do with the candidate you support but your general outlook on life. The question people in places like WV and Kentucky should ask themselves is which is better for their personal situation. Obama or McCain? I won't answer that as I don't live in either place but to reject one candidate on anything but his/her positions is sad. Race, age or gender seem to be more important than anything in this campaign, show's how unenlightened many of us are.

Hillary Huckabee Romney McCain Rodham Clinton   May 20th, 2008 5:57 pm ET

Thanks to Hillary Rotten Clinton for selling her delusional brand of reality to the uneducated and uninformed. Anyone who can successfully sell a Karl Rove talking point to an ignorant and gullible crowd deserves to lose and the the crowd deserves the consequences of their limitations.

Elaine, Joliet, IL   May 20th, 2008 5:57 pm ET

As the layers of John McCain and his double talk, flip flop express are peeled back, I am sure democrats will change their minds….In favor or Sen. Obama. How can you trust the economy to someone who admittedly does not know much about the economy and would rather spend what money and world standing we do have on a multiple front war. (Iraq, Iran, Afghanistan, Cuba).

CNN PLEASE POST   May 20th, 2008 5:57 pm ET

Who is Bill polling in Oregon with mail in voting?

Eddie B.   May 20th, 2008 5:57 pm ET

This goes to show how much Hillary has polarized her supporters. She is going to have to do a lot of campaigning to make good on her negative efforts. Also, I wonder how many of these people are Republicans anyways that are voting for her to go up against McCain in a losing effort.

jason   May 20th, 2008 5:57 pm ET

we dont need this racist states to help Obama. We need someone that will bring our country back togather and thats Obama o8

Paul C. Palmetto Bay, FL   May 20th, 2008 5:57 pm ET

Talk about self destructive morons. For spite, they will vote for 4 more years of Bush…That will show you!!! The Democratic party was virtually handed the Presidency but is determined to give it back to the Republicans for spite.
Listening to the exit polls I can say that the Democrats in the South give stupid white people a bad name. Now I can understand how Bush was elected to 2 terms.
God help the United States.

Dems Unite   May 20th, 2008 5:57 pm ET

Of course they would say that, they JUST voted for her! CNN, why do you even conduct this kind of poll? Your reporting on this campaign has left me disappointed. I used to have a lot of respect for CNN. No more.

Kris   May 20th, 2008 5:58 pm ET

Between, look out for these cunning Republicans commenting here.. they want to divide dems..

Dems '08 '12

Pete   May 20th, 2008 5:58 pm ET

To put another republican in office out of spite just goes to showcase the intelligence of clinton supporters. I guess they're ,"bitter" after all.

Obama 08   May 20th, 2008 5:58 pm ET

It is funny. The uneducated, poor white people who support Hillary, are so stubborn they won't vote for a democrat. EVENTHOUGH BARACK'S AND HILLARY'S PLANS ARE VERY CLOSE IN NATURE as compared to McCain.

Once Obama wraps this up, Hillary needs to lead these people to vote for Obama. and unify the party.

These are the same people Obama talked to about improving car gas milege and they were silent, meaning they did not approve. Why not? make your American made cars better and more efficient and they will sell more and then you can keep your job!!

thetruth   May 20th, 2008 5:58 pm ET

i'm about to the point where i don't care, let the hater hate, let them who are so bitter there canadate didn't win vote for mccain or put hillary on the ballot when you know she's not going to win, let the republican's sit back and laugh at you for voting republican because guess what bitter demo's mccain is going to make it farrrrrrrr worse for you then obama or clinton ever would. i'm independent but you bitter hillary fans are just proving what everyone is saying about you, your bitter, uneducated( certain if you knew anything you'd know that your econmoic situation wouldn't change with mccain in office, half you demo's are probably on title 19, if it was up to maccain he'd abolish title 19, just think about it, your bitter but he's he going to help you in your personal life just becasue your voting against someone who wants the interest of what you wanted all along but just didn't come in the form of a female……….ummm umm umm, and it was never ment for a women to run the world anyways, wouldn't want hillary going nuts on one of those "days" and setting the red button off……….ok ok totally unessacary but hey…………….vote for your parties leader is all i'm saying………..don't be stupid.

Terry   May 20th, 2008 5:58 pm ET

and yes west virgina and kentucky we know your extreme its amazing how people will not vote for someone because of the color of there kin

Daniel Packman   May 20th, 2008 5:58 pm ET

Several exit polls have indicated the reluctance of H. Clinton supporters to vote Obama over McCain in the general election. It remains to be seen if these attitudes reflect a short-term dissatisfaction that their candidate has lost the nomination and a long-term failure to focus on issues. I suspect that presidential debates between Obama and McCain will serve to focus on the vast policy differences between these two and remind Democrats who would be best to represent their interests.

Juan from L.A.   May 20th, 2008 5:58 pm ET

This is typical reaction of sore losers!!!

Noclinton   May 20th, 2008 5:58 pm ET

Those numbers may not be as bad as they seem. To me they seem to indicate that Hillary is losing her less die-hard supporters, who are crossing over and now voting for Obama. This means that proportionally more Obama supporters will say that they would vote for Clinton (because they were recently Clinton supporters anyways), while proportionally fewer Clinton supporters say they would vote for Obama (because all she has left now are her most rabid fans).

It could also indicate that Hillary is simply continuing to draw in the support of the racist voters, who would never vote for *any* black candidate.

I guess the actual election results will show how much of a crossover there really was.

Ify Francis   May 20th, 2008 5:58 pm ET

I wish that all Hillary supporters would stay home on election day so as to send a message to the media for lampooning Hillary throughout these primaries. That the news media would keep quiet when some of their own called for Hillary to be KILLED is beyond dispicable and not surprising, the media has remained silent on this issue. To al lHillary supporters, please stay home on election day. Let's see them win without us.

Jeff in Illinois   May 20th, 2008 5:59 pm ET

Clinton-Obama. That is the answer. It was the answer before the primaries began and it is still today. We can easily have the White House for the next sixteen years.

Carolyn from New York   May 20th, 2008 5:59 pm ET

It's obvious the good, hard working people of Kentucky do not believe in appeasement of terrorists. They understand that the only thing between us and Al Qaeda is our troops keeping Al Qaeda on the run night and day. If Obama pulls out the troops, Al Qaeda will be here in a flash. Let's fight them over there–not here.

james, FLL   May 20th, 2008 5:59 pm ET

The reasons there is a greater number of Hillary supporters stating they won't vote for Obama are simple. This demographic is old ,they are used to the idea of a black man being inferior to white, most of them are racist and still living in the 60's, not well educated not to say ignorant, are voting a name instead of substance.this king of demographic can not decide the presidency for the gretest nation on earth, they are not smart enough.

betty   May 20th, 2008 5:59 pm ET

SO rather than accept and abide by set rules,
they want to pout til they get their way.
okay….

Mike Birmingham, AL   May 20th, 2008 5:59 pm ET

The people posting "Hillary or McCain" posts are not Democrats. They are Operation Chaos idiots that come here to flood the Ticker daily.

Pay no attention to them, nobody else is.

JD   May 20th, 2008 5:59 pm ET

Wow, parts of America are racist, especially Appalachia. I guess it doesn't matter where you stand on the issues in Kentucky and West Virginia, as long as your skin is light enough.

Then again, based on "MICHIGAN VOTER !!!" from 5:45, that is true of the Great Lakes region, as well.

Martin   May 20th, 2008 5:59 pm ET

WILL

NEVER

EVER

VOTE

FOR

OBAMA

Eddie B.   May 20th, 2008 5:59 pm ET

I also wonder how many of these supporters are white women that are playing into this deep division that Hillary is causing.

Anonymous   May 20th, 2008 5:59 pm ET

Sen. Clinton's supporters have no legitimate reason to not support Sen.Obam if he is to be his party's nominee which after tonight it looks like that will be the case. He's played fair and played by rules. He hasn't complained or whine about the primary process being fair or unfair

Mark Ferbet, Grain Valley Missouri   May 20th, 2008 5:59 pm ET

Those who don't support the party, and are voting in the Primary, should be ashamed of themselves… regardless of whom the nominee is… and those that would support a Republican over a Democrat… I have no words for.

"WHITE AMERICA" Aparently, Race is still a divide, and it disgusts me that the Clinton camp is continuing to push the Race Issue… to try to garner more votes.

Mike Birmingham, AL   May 20th, 2008 5:59 pm ET

The people posting "Hillary or McCain" posts are not Democrats. They are Operation Chaos idiots that come here to flood the Ticker daily.

Pay no attention to them, nobody else is. :)

kaijoe   May 20th, 2008 6:00 pm ET

On the contrary, Obama's campaign has been fair to Hillary and therefore Obama's voters would vote for Clinton if she won the Primaries.Clinton has already poisoned her supporters.

B   May 20th, 2008 6:00 pm ET

These numbers are skewed by the bitter Clinton followers still clinging to the slim hope of her nomination. They know that the last ditch strategy of the Clinton campaign is to create division within the party to support her electability in the general election. When she finally waves the white flag (and she will), these lifelong democrats will give up the "strategy" and vote for Obama.

joe DeSoto, MO.   May 20th, 2008 6:00 pm ET

I feel we Democrats are being blackmailed into voteing for Obama. Come November we can pick one of the two losers, Obama or McCain. I can not vote for either one of them.
Its Hillary or no one. It won't be worth it to burn the gas to get to the polls.

Mike Birmingham, AL   May 20th, 2008 6:00 pm ET

The people posting "Hillary or McCain" posts are not Democrats. They are Operation Chaos idiots that come here to flood the Ticker daily.

Pay no attention to them, nobody else is. ;)

Sam   May 20th, 2008 6:00 pm ET

Who cares?

He doesn't need the racists, anyways!

Irishspaceonk   May 20th, 2008 6:00 pm ET

If racists don't have a voice in our government no one will be worst off. I

Frank   May 20th, 2008 6:00 pm ET

72% of Obama supporters would support Clinton over McCain — so why do hard-core Clinton supporters insist that Obama supporters are motivated by sexism?

The Dude   May 20th, 2008 6:00 pm ET

Stop ruining this party! Do you people seriously want to see President McCain? I mean, come on… Obama and Clinton pretty much both agree on all of the issues, and that's what is most important here. We can not have an extension of these criminals who have ran our county into the ground for the past eight years. This is madness!

Me too   May 20th, 2008 6:00 pm ET

Not just Kentucky.

I am a liberal lifelong democrat.

I just don't trust Obama- he flip-flops and contantly spins his position.

I prefer HRC on foreign affairs, healthcare and domestic agenda.

I will not vote for the democratic party nominee for the first time in 35 years.

I will WRITE IN HRC.

Obama 2008   May 20th, 2008 6:00 pm ET

Kentucky and West Virgina are hillbilly states no democrat can win anyway so these statistics don't matter.

Obama not only will win the big states but he has a chance to carry alot of middle america and southern states (less hillbilly states)

So screw the Clinton supporters, we don't need them and don't want them.

Terri   May 20th, 2008 6:00 pm ET

Who cares !! :)

we will win with or with out you

I know WV and KY wanted thier cousin to win but she lost fair and square

Mike Birmingham, AL   May 20th, 2008 6:00 pm ET

The people posting "Hillary or McCain" posts are not Democrats. They are Operation Chaos idiots that come here to flood the Ticker daily.

Pay no attention to them, nobody else is….

Pro-america   May 20th, 2008 6:00 pm ET

Obama may wins the momination but presidency.

Very concerned american

goodcitizen   May 20th, 2008 6:00 pm ET

Hillary is the real leader we need! It's not too late to open your eyes, Smart Americans!

WE NEED A PRESIDENT; WE DO NOT NEED AN ACTOR!!!!!

Go Hillary, we are with you all the way!

Sad Case Scenario   May 20th, 2008 6:01 pm ET

Awwww, how sweet, racism has a new term… so it's called "a Democratic Division" now, eh?

Lulu   May 20th, 2008 6:01 pm ET

Well this is one Obama supporter who would never vote for HRC.
And there are more of us out there!

Rob   May 20th, 2008 6:01 pm ET

I could care less about WV or Kentucky..trust me..I know exactly why you won't support Obama and its nothing to do with policy or experience cause the man has both. its called RACISM…and will say this and mean every bit of it. Kentucky is full of nothing but back rood trailer park trash. Keep your votes…Obama will go to the white house without you

Joseph   May 20th, 2008 6:01 pm ET

If people would vote on the issues and not the person. This country would be much better off.

David Goldman for OBAMA   May 20th, 2008 6:01 pm ET

ALL THE RESPONSIBILITIES GOES TO THE CLINTONS.

THE TWO BIGOTS HAVE TRIED ANYTHING THEY CAN DO TO

GET A VOTE. BOTH SHOULD BE TARED AND FEATHERED.

Exasperated   May 20th, 2008 6:01 pm ET

Well, from what we hear and read the American Press has finally gotten their candidate the Democratic party nomination. Maybe now the continual bashing of a fine and brilliant woman who actually had answers to issues will stop. Like one woman voter said, people are in love with the "idea" of Obama the Rock Star; not for his ideas. Where are we going America? Straight into the abyss, I think. If Senator Clinton is not given the nomination, then I am not voting for I have no candidate.

Martin   May 20th, 2008 6:01 pm ET

Cue the:

"He can't win in November!"

and

"If not Hillary, I'll vote for McCain!"

and

"Let's start a Hillary Clinton write in campaign!"

***************************

We already have started !

Tom   May 20th, 2008 6:01 pm ET

Who cares about who's mad at who….Obama doesn't need Clinton's feeble minded, racist supporters. Go Obama!

Jim South Dakota   May 20th, 2008 6:01 pm ET

It's because the majority of her voters at this time will not vote for her either. She thinks she will win Kentucky and West Virgina but she won't have a chance in hell and neither would Obama in winning in those states. Simply she is just pushing BS propaganda and splitting the party along gender and racial lines. Way to go HILLARY you are such a superstar NOT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Get the hell out of the way and get behind the winner Obama!!!!!

willard   May 20th, 2008 6:01 pm ET

I always voted Republican but will not vote for McCain but for Obama. We need to have someone who is willing to repair our tattered image in the world rather than rattling sabers at all those we do not agree with. Most people miss the point that the majority of man kind would like to just live in peace if given the choice. Its is those that govern that cause all the grief. A new direction, a new nation, of the people, for the people, without the special interests (I think it was called the military industrial complex)

Capt. Smash, Salt Lake City, Utah   May 20th, 2008 6:02 pm ET

Hillary is bitter I tell you, she is just bitter!

Jonathan   May 20th, 2008 6:02 pm ET

I live in Eugene, Oregon. If Hillary gets the nomination, I'm voting for McCain. I can't trust Hillary. She's a liar just like her husband.

Otherwise… GO BARACK!

vw   May 20th, 2008 6:02 pm ET

Hey, Schneider, only one questions for you.
Do you think it is reasonable for Hillary even cannot get 10% votes among the black???

Pope   May 20th, 2008 6:02 pm ET

I think the contignent of people who will not vote for OBAMA because he is black is much larger than people who wont vote for Hillary because she is a woman. What happens when OBAMA wins in november… you will move out the country because he is a black president. What democrat in the right mind would vote for McSame… I guess you want more of you kids to die in the desert for nothing…. sick and sad

Old & White w/ GED   May 20th, 2008 6:02 pm ET

LOL

Look at all the TOUGH Hillary lovers here saying they will NEVER vote for Obama. Guess what, many Hillary supporters are now supporting Barack. Go to Gallup and see for yourself.

ray   May 20th, 2008 6:02 pm ET

The Democratic Party had better wake up. This is a MOVEMENT gaining traction and is starting a groundswell. The Clinton Democrats will NOT be told to get in line behind the WEAKER candiadte they have chosen (not the people). I (Democrat my whole 48 year life) for one will actually campaign for McCain if Hillary is not the nominee.

Tony in Florida   May 20th, 2008 6:02 pm ET

This is completely silly. And CNN is perpetuating this ridiculous reasoning by giving credence to nonsensical behavior.

And CNN is still acting like Hillary Clinton might just possibly maybe squeak through with some shenanigans and steal the nomination. Good grief. This race has been over since Obama's 11 straight primary victories.

Come November folks are going to say "More of the same or something different." That's all and that's how it boils down.

(And of course you won't post this, but you'll let every Tom, Dick, and Harry post "Barack is a Muslim" stuff all over this forum.)

It's disgusting.

How bout you moderators do your job and moderate! People aren't stupid.

marty   May 20th, 2008 6:02 pm ET

Write in Hillary Clinton in November. Do not stay home, do not vote for McCain. We can show the DNC what we think of their choice. This thing with Obama reminds me of a free concert I attended. We were all standing in a nice line, and suddenly 4/5 people broke rank and started a stampede. A lot of people were hurt in the process. The stampede of superdelegates before all the votes are in, is like what happened before the gates were open. It is going to hurt the DNC, and the nominee. Let the Obama-bots call us racist. They don't like Hillary , well we don't like Obamas' far left liberal ideas. That does not make us racist.

Debbie   May 20th, 2008 6:02 pm ET

Just where did the word racist jump in this discussion. By the way, Keith, if a white minister had said the things against black people the way that Wright said about white people, the white minister would have been stoned and then tared and feathered and ran out of town. What is it with you Obama supporters that scream racist everytime you don't like what you see out there. The truth is the truth, I WILL NEVER VOTE FOR ABAMA BECAUSE HE DOESN'T HAVE THE EXPERIENCE NEEDED TO RUN AMERICA, NOT BECAUSE OF THE COLOR OF HIS SKIN. So get off the band wagonKeith and get with the truth and vote for Hillary.

Hillary for President —2008—100%

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