May 20, 2008
Posted: 09:01 PM ET

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(CNN) — If Barack Obama wins the Democratic nomination, should he pick Hillary Clinton as his running mate?

Roughly 54 percent of Democratic voters in Kentucky said yes — but supporters of both candidates are sharply divided on whether the New York senator should get the No. 2 spot.

Among Clinton voters in Kentucky, 64 percent said she should be the vice presidential candidate, while 33 percent said she should not.

But Obama supporters are much more against the idea of Clinton claiming the vice presidential slot on the ticket with Obama. Close to 60 percent of them say the Illinois senator should not pick Clinton as his running mate, while only 38 percent think he should.

It's yet another issue where Clinton and Obama supporters are sharply divided.

Filed under: Barack Obama • Exit Polls • Hillary Clinton • Kentucky


sacto joe   May 20th, 2008 8:26 pm ET

As Senator Obama himself said, Senator Clinton's on the short list. I'm going to defer judgement until the dust settles.

Frankly, I'm a bit worried about her. She's not looking too well, compared to when she started out.

I think it was a HUGE mistake for her to go "negative" against Senator Obama, not least for her as a person. Whoever advised her to go that route has a lot to answer for.

holy   May 20th, 2008 8:06 pm ET

No !
Never ever !

hamstring   May 20th, 2008 7:53 pm ET

NO Hillary Clinton should absolutly NOT be the VP

ONLY PResident will do

Hang on Hillary

Obama will be exposed soon!!

Ed, Fl   May 20th, 2008 7:43 pm ET

No way. The Clintons carry too much baggage.
The country is not ready for a black and a female all together. That would be a looser ticket. And second of all, the Clintons would undermine Obama's message. Obama needs a consevative democrat and experienced V.P who can deliver some key states that Obama would not otherwise win.

Kathy   May 20th, 2008 7:42 pm ET

Sometimes you need "old Washington" to beat them at their own game. If people want the dems to win, they need a unified, unbeatable ticket. I'm no fan of Obama's – he talks a good game but what has he done? Hillary hasn't gotten a fair shake and I think her comments about the press ignoring sexism are valid. Because she's a strong, outspoken woman she's untrustworthy? I think they're both intelligent people and combined, we'll see a Democrat in the White House. Get over yourselves and thing BIG PICTURE.

F C Sanders Sr, La   May 20th, 2008 7:37 pm ET

I believe suggestions are alright but I think ultimately I agree with Linned the nominee should be allowed to select his or her own VP.

Morgan   May 20th, 2008 7:34 pm ET

Why is no one talking about Clinton disenfranchising voters with her "I'm ahead in the popular vote" arguement? She is discounting caucus states and all of those voters!!!! I'm glad to count Florida and Michigan, but this argument of hers is hypocritical!

Scarlett in VEGAS   May 20th, 2008 7:34 pm ET

OBAMAclinton08? ..

Nancy   May 20th, 2008 7:33 pm ET

In other words. Obama needs more experience and would be a nice VP. Hillary is a born leader! She should be in charge.

BIFF, BIFFINGTON...   May 20th, 2008 7:32 pm ET

Sharon…

Obamites DO know how to compromise… (diplomacy… talking to one's enemies… right?)…

but it 'IS' tough to talk to them while they are throwing kitchen sinks at you….

food for thought….

Reagan All OVer Again   May 20th, 2008 7:31 pm ET

He won't get it without her…

Victory for Hillary   May 20th, 2008 7:30 pm ET

I'd rather see Hillary run with McCain than Obama and his cult followers!!!

Ben   May 20th, 2008 7:30 pm ET

Richardson, Rendell, Edwards, Gore, and Sebelius are all better choices.

Henry   May 20th, 2008 7:29 pm ET

Whiny Hillary supporters: Go vote for McCain and lose your right to choose to have an abortion.

Priscilla for Obama   May 20th, 2008 7:29 pm ET

No

alice2Fresno,CA   May 20th, 2008 7:29 pm ET

In a word "NO" I am SICK of Hillary. I do not want to see or hear from her after this election. She represents old Washington, business as usual, Barack wants to change Washington, Change We Can Believe In. I hope Barack does not HAVE to offer it to her, just because she Lost! Just about anyone else would be better.

Amy   May 20th, 2008 7:29 pm ET

Obama and Clinton would make a nice ticket but i prefer an Obama Edwards ticket. I was an Edwards supporter but moved over to the Obama side once he dropped. Clinton is a great candidate but there is no way she can beat Mccain. Obama supporters and Clinton supporters have to remember that we are ONE party. Im tired of hearing they wont vote for the other candidate if they are nominated. If Obama doesnt clinch the nomination then i will most def vote for Clinton. Remember people we need a democrat in the White House.

Duop Wuol, Colorado Springs, Colorado   May 20th, 2008 7:28 pm ET

Two conflicting ideas may somehow collide and could seriously hurt the foundation.

CL   May 20th, 2008 7:28 pm ET

IF YOU CAN'T ACCEPT HILLARY, ALL OF YOUR SUPPORT FOR OBAMA WILL GO DOWN THE TOILET. USE YOUR HEAD.

Nancy   May 20th, 2008 7:28 pm ET

I'm a Republican but if Hillary runs for president I'd vote for her. I admire her ambition and I think she'd be a strong leader.

DJ KY   May 20th, 2008 7:27 pm ET

He cant win Without her

Joe Reg   May 20th, 2008 7:27 pm ET

She has made her case.

She deserve the V.P. slot.

Go Obama Go!!!

Jose   May 20th, 2008 7:26 pm ET

Can we bring in Pastor Hagee to do another exorcist asap?

Is it safe to say that Terry Mcalauf is the new Karl Rove ?

thx

Griff   May 20th, 2008 7:26 pm ET

You stick you're head out there, it's 'Open Season'.. 'Very Important' person? I agree…. To Important to be wasted, on Democrat's… This Lady is a Symbol… Of real Democracy!!!! Two kind's of people, came to the USA… They fought in every Battle… They were called Women. Sometime's not with so much respect…. You are turning a corner….. Maybe???

Linda of Atlanta   May 20th, 2008 7:26 pm ET

Hillary Clinton should not be Obama's VP pick. She is a ruthless, selfish, whining person who would be nothing but an albatross around his neck. She has shown that she doesn't care about tearing up the Party. Bill Clinton is lying when he says her continuance in the campaign has been good for Obama. He knows. She knows what she has done has been detrimental to Obama and the Democratic Party. She has sought to split this contest along racial lines with her lies about sexism and her winning the most popular votes. She knows that the delegate count is what matter. If for no other reason, her conduct in the last month has shown that she should not be Obama's VP. I am firmly of the opinion that her presence on the ticket would result in a huge loss for the Democratic Party. Don't forget 62 percent of Americans believe she is dishonest. That means that we know the rationale she has provided for staying in this race is viewed as dishonest.
She has played on the racism of poor white people. She cares not about them, but only about herself.

John In Georgia   May 20th, 2008 7:26 pm ET

Hillary would sabotage him, no doubt about it.

Bob   May 20th, 2008 7:26 pm ET

My wife and I are 50-50 on voting for Obama vs McCain. But if Hillary is the VP candidate, we're 101% McCain…

Hillary   May 20th, 2008 7:26 pm ET

Hillary cannot be on the loser ticket of Obama/insert name here.

Andrew in Indiana   May 20th, 2008 7:26 pm ET

I believe that Sen. Clinton should recieve a high ranking position, but not the vice presidency. It does not appear that Sen. Clinton can work under Sen. Obama. This view may change, this depends on how gracious she is in accepting defeat. How can she clean up the attacks she has made and help to solidify the party? How hard will she work to help the party win the presidency? Will she work as hard as Sen. Obama would work for her?

sharon   May 20th, 2008 7:26 pm ET

This is what is wrong with the Obama infants, they don't know how to compromise. Let them eat cake when they don't get the support from Hilliary's supporters. Hilliary's women for McCain

No Hillary   May 20th, 2008 7:26 pm ET

Clinton VP?… No never!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Why shoudl we not choose someone that stands for CHANGE? We have no room for Clinton's politic of "Washington as usal".

CL   May 20th, 2008 7:25 pm ET

Listen up all you Obama and Clinton supporters. One thing is absolutely clear and you should hear this loud and clear. It appears that Obama will be the nominee and like it or not hard decisions will have to be made. If Obama is the nominee he cannot get the support he needs amongst those who have already or yet to vote for Hillary Clinton without her support. LIKE IT OR NOT, SO ALL OF YOU GROW UP AND GET THIS THING DONE! Soon everyone will have had their say, their vote and it will be clear that if Hillary can't convince super delegates that she should be the one -which she has every right to do no matter what – then the only way to stop the hemorrhage of voters flooding to McCain is to accept her as a candidate for VP. LIKE IT OR NOT IT'S THE ONLY WAY. DO YOU WANT HIM TO WIN, OR NOT?

Martian   May 20th, 2008 7:25 pm ET

President Obama will need a food taster if Hillary is his VP.

K.Lee   May 20th, 2008 7:25 pm ET

HELL NAWWWW!!!!! She got more skeletons than a graveyard!!!!

Carrie Pa   May 20th, 2008 7:25 pm ET

Nooooooooooooowayyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyy! Change!

JABBER   May 20th, 2008 7:24 pm ET

THAT'S OK OBAMA, YOU DON'T HAVE HILLARY ON THE TICKET AS VP, YOU WILL DEFFENITLY LOOSE IN NOV! MATTER FACT, IN PA'S EYSE YOU ARE A LOOSER.

TINA   May 20th, 2008 7:24 pm ET

ObamaEDWARDS08!

Rave   May 20th, 2008 7:24 pm ET

NOOOOOOOO
NOOOOOOOOO
NOOOOOOOOOO
NOOOOOOOOOOO
NOOOOOOOOOOOO
NOOOOOOOOOOOOO
Obama / Al Gore 2008

Dr. Cockteau   May 20th, 2008 7:24 pm ET

Definitely – Absolutely – Definitively => NOT

Dr. Sam   May 20th, 2008 7:23 pm ET

OBAMA SHOULD NEVER CHOOSE HILLAY FOR VICE-PRESIDENT, nor should anyone pressure him to. I came across a piece in the Toronto Sun (check with any good library) on this issues that I consider the best I have ever read. Please get it and read it if you can! The article is titled "Hillary no mate for Obama: Loyalty is first quality of a presidential candidate seeks in a vice-president," by Lisa Van Dusen, Toronto Sun, May 18, 2008. Lisa argues that not only that such a choice would guarantee a lost for Obama in November (and Republicans would love it) since it undercuts his sterling message about new and old politics, lobbyists, etc. Furthermore, the Clintons will never be truly loyal to Obama. On the other hand, they would spent their time in the Vice-Presidential mansion plotting his downfall or demise in the hope of taking over or plotting for Hillary's next run for the job. Let him who has ear hear!

Dr. Sam

Frank in Lexington, KY   May 20th, 2008 7:23 pm ET

I voted for Obama today (in KY) but have to acknowledge that Hillary has lots of support and deserves the spot — IFObama wants to offer it and IFshe wants to take it. But I think she will make a greater contribution to this country as a powerful senator — like Senator Kennedy.

Amy from Michigan   May 20th, 2008 7:23 pm ET

Not if he is sincere in his desire to change Washington! Hillary's campaign run by lobbyists and Washington insiders is the exact opposite of what Obama has been preaching-change, accountability, and giving government back to the people. He would look like a hypocrite if he chose her now.

Devon-NorVA   May 20th, 2008 7:23 pm ET

As a staunch Obama supporter, I am becoming more and more interested in getting a Democrat in the White House. No matter how you look at it, their is something powerful in both of them. It proves what the Democratic Party is all about and what our country is about.

It must be a DEM!

Beverly, NYC   May 20th, 2008 7:22 pm ET

NO WAY!!! No one trusts her. Obama cannot be the CHANGE candidate by sticking with the old. He has a right to pick his on VP candidate when he is the nominee. As VP she will make Cheney look like a cream puff.

Ann Romero   May 20th, 2008 7:22 pm ET

The big question is Could Hillary Clinton run as on the General Election outside the democratic party? No one really wants McCain and Hillary supporter don't want Obama, they really want Hillary Clinton for President. If the democratic party decides to ignore the Florida and Michigan voters we should unite in the general election and vote for Hillary Clinton. She doesn't need to be the VP when she can be the President.

BobbyBacala   May 20th, 2008 7:22 pm ET

NO MORE CLINTON'S!!! The Clinton era is over, please let it go! Time for a new generation, a new era.

Obama 08

Know Thy Place   May 20th, 2008 7:22 pm ET

1

2, I think Hillary should be the president.

ESMT, Tampa FL   May 20th, 2008 7:22 pm ET

What?!?!? Are you nuts?!?! The man would have to wear dragonskin and have food tester.

Robin   May 20th, 2008 7:22 pm ET

Why shouln't they share their ideas? She has great policies, and he should could use some help with his.

oregonian for clinton   May 20th, 2008 7:22 pm ET

As usual, the Obama supporters are starting to rant. I thought Mr Wonderful could bring the country together and unite us all across party lines. But you're saying he can't work with a fellow Democrat whose views are similar to his. Well then, that's another reason I won't vote for him. And if he wins, will he get my vote for President??
NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO.

Muk   May 20th, 2008 7:22 pm ET

Hillary is a very smart woman, but I dont think she can be trusted…considering how many times she had tried to damage Obama and the party itself. I dont care who gets to pick. They are almost identical. I just want a Democratic Pary in the offic in Fall :)

Democrat 08

Mon   May 20th, 2008 7:22 pm ET

It seems that Barack Obama voters/supporters are committed to principles and values whereas so many of these Hillary Clinton supporters are committed to the candidate. There is a big difference. There is no way that one is truly supportive of the ideas that both of these campaigns are putting forth and then say that if Clinton doesn't win he or she will vote for McCain, who has a totally opposite agenda on so many issues. Are these people going to tell military families counting on American citizens that if Clinton can't be the president they would rather see more of their soldiers die in a war with little American support rather than have Clinton's opponent do what so many military families want done? How sad and disgusting and it's sad that Clinton won't voice (strongly) her disapproval over such thoughts. This is about Clinton as far as she is concerned and that is why her supporters are following that lead whereas Obama has repeatedly said it is about the American citizens and that is why his supporters are unwilling to compromise their principles.

Lizzy   May 20th, 2008 7:21 pm ET

I'm one of those that will NOT vote for Obama is he is the nominee.

Obama is an empty suit. He does not have the fortitude or common sense to be President. I liken him to the current President– George Bush. He got elected because he was nice looking and had a folksy manner. And we see where that has gotten us, don't we!
Yes, we need change, but Obama doesn't appear to be the person to bring it.

PAY ATTENTION DELEGATES!! THERE ARE A LOT OF US OUT HERE WHO WILL NOT VOTE FOR OBAMA IF HE IS THE PARTY NOMINEE. YOU NEED TO DECIDE IF YOU WANT THE DEMOCRATS TO ACTUALLY WIN THE WHITE HOUSE. OBAMA IS NOT THE PERSON FOR THE JOB.

Bushwhacked in Eugene, OR   May 20th, 2008 7:21 pm ET

NOOOOOOOOOOO way in hell! Once upon a time, but not any more. She's thrown that possibility out the window.

Kris from AZ   May 20th, 2008 7:20 pm ET

I am not a Hillary fan but…….If it brings our Dem party together. Why not think about it.

Ken in Texas   May 20th, 2008 7:20 pm ET

If this guy expects to have any chance,even a sniff of being president,He better give it careful thought.Most Clinton people will not vote for him on his own,So wake up and smell the reality.

Jack   May 20th, 2008 7:20 pm ET

Obama is losing ethic white support BIG TIME!

Hillary brings those voters, Catholics, Jews, and most importantly, Hispanics and older white women!

HILLARY ON THE TICKET or vote for McCain

Mimi De La Cruz for OBAMA   May 20th, 2008 7:20 pm ET

LORD NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO.

Mary in AL   May 20th, 2008 7:20 pm ET

Absolutely Not! No,No,No.

Accountant Guy   May 20th, 2008 7:19 pm ET

No Way!

v   May 20th, 2008 7:19 pm ET

yessssssssssssssss. O should make her VP because we will have 2 strong candidates to get this nation back on track. I wish people stop stompping on hill because she is just as good as O.

David Goldman for OBAMA   May 20th, 2008 7:19 pm ET

BILL ALWAYS TRYING TO GET HER A JOB.

SHE DOES NOT, NOT DESERVE IT.

Obama is ignorant   May 20th, 2008 7:18 pm ET

You Obama supporters are freaking crazy and why are the CNN moderators allowing words like HELL on this website. How about this, Obama and all of his supporters can go there for all I care? Is that good enough for the moderators?

Sharon Lewis   May 20th, 2008 7:18 pm ET

No!
He should choose a govenor like Bill Richardson who has a lot of experience in foreign relations and the economy.

The Simpsons for Obama   May 20th, 2008 7:18 pm ET

No Billhary in the White House. When a woman said I'll do anything I believe her. Obama will have to watch his back every seconds he will not be able to make any change. NO TO BILLHARY

Capt. Smash, Salt Lake City, Utah   May 20th, 2008 7:18 pm ET

You cannot trust her that is the buttom lime! I would like to se her on the tickect for women of America. However you just cannot trust the Clinton's!

Anonymous   May 20th, 2008 7:18 pm ET

no way

Joseph, Los Angeles   May 20th, 2008 7:18 pm ET

NO Hillary for VP! Bill and she will help to destroy Obama's Presidency.

58 white old ladies for OBAMA   May 20th, 2008 7:18 pm ET

NO, NO, NO, NO, NO.!!!!!!!!

WE HAVE HAD ENOUGH OF HER, BILL, & THE OTHER CLINTON.

anon   May 20th, 2008 7:17 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?

Joe   May 20th, 2008 7:17 pm ET

Dear God NO

Justin -NC   May 20th, 2008 7:17 pm ET

HELL NO,

Hillary has split the party in half and she'll do the same with the nation were she the nominee. Had this been any other candidate, they'd be out. However, Hillary continues to split the party, but why does she think the splintered party will support her in 2012? As an African American male, I'll never support Hillary or the Clintons ever again after all they've done to strip Obama of what should have been an easy victory in November.

deidre   May 20th, 2008 7:17 pm ET

You stupid Democrats. Don't you want your party to win? Think about it, Obama will not loose any votes because Hillary is the VP. He will only gain. Idiots.

Michael   May 20th, 2008 7:17 pm ET

I hate to say it but yes. Obama will need her to win the rurl states.

Barbara Mil town   May 20th, 2008 7:17 pm ET

It first I wanted to happen but now Hilliray has been so disrespectful and rascist it wouldnt be a good idea. I would really lose respect for obama if he chooses her.

Democrat against Obama   May 20th, 2008 7:17 pm ET

Having HRC on the ticket is the only way I'd vote for Obama. Otherwise this Democrat will vote McCain.

:)

HILLARY HAS THE POPULAR VOTE!!!!!!   May 20th, 2008 7:17 pm ET

I WOULD HOPE THAT HILLARY WOULDN'T LOWER HERSELF TO BE ON A TICKET WITH THIS MAN!!!!!!

SHE HAS WORKED TOO HARD ALL THESE YEARS AND HAS TOO MUCH RESPECT TO RUN WITH HIM!!!!!

HE IS GOING DOOOOOOOOOOOOWN IF HE IS MADE THE NOMINEE!!!!!

IF THE SUPER DELEGATES ARE SMART THEY WILL NOMINATE HILLARY!!!!!!!

YOU GO GIRL!!!!!!!!

TJ   May 20th, 2008 7:17 pm ET

No way… i wont vote for an Obama/Clinton ticket. not after how divisive she has been.

Gina   May 20th, 2008 7:17 pm ET

Hillary is made of a different cloth than Obama. Looking at the exit polls, it's clear that Hillary supporters would not support Obama if he wins the nomination-or at least, they say that now. But Obama supporters overall say, even now in the heat of the battle, that they would support her.
That's a big difference in values and ideals.
Hillary has attracted flies, while Obama attracts people who are committed to progressive ideals.
These two would not work well together. She would sully his work, drag him and our country down with her self-centered energy and lack of character.
Obama needs to choose a running mate who is his match in character and vision. Someone who cares more about this country than him or herself.

maya   May 20th, 2008 7:16 pm ET

What a dumb questiion- How about should Obama be HILLARY'S VP (answer= no)!!!!

JC   May 20th, 2008 7:16 pm ET

For the good of our nation, not in a million years!

ABC   May 20th, 2008 7:16 pm ET

We understand your objection without 10 Os after your N.

The drawback to Clinton as VP – she will prevent Obama screwups as President and he'll come out looking good.

Disgusted with Democrats not standing up for the party   May 20th, 2008 7:16 pm ET

Give me a break.

Do you think she would stop "campaigning" for the Presidency, even if she was the Vice President? No way.

Obama would have to watch himself & Hillary daily and also make sure Bill wasn't causing trouble. No way!

tammy   May 20th, 2008 7:16 pm ET

Should Obama be the VP? YESSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSS!

Had Enough   May 20th, 2008 7:15 pm ET

Well this Obama supporter has no problem saying hell no to Hillary as VP. Why? Not because she is a woman that's for sure. Simply put, I can't imagine "rewarding" an individual who has thrown Sen. Obama under the bus repeated be it with gender/race bias tactics or her total disrespect in touting the virtures of the Republican nominee (with a little Karl Rove on the side) over the Democratic rival without batting an eyelash.

Every shady move Clinton makes is excused away in the most innane ways imaginable that I've ever seen in any political campaign ever. She can outright lie to our faces and yet the media does a jig every time she and Bill spout more insanity and can't wait to run up the ticker blog flags with this insult to the intelligence of the American people. So no, Hillary hasn't earned a place on this ticket and if her supporters want to play the hold the Dems hostange game with their votes go right ahead. We as a country have enough internationl terroist concerns abroad than to be kow-towing to them here on home ground.

jobe   May 20th, 2008 7:15 pm ET

if borat osama wants to beat McCain he needs hillary

they would be unstopable

Noel   May 20th, 2008 7:15 pm ET

no no no

Mani   May 20th, 2008 7:15 pm ET

Oh god no. If Hillary becomes the VP, Obama will need a good food taster.

Nizam   May 20th, 2008 7:15 pm ET

NO

Robert IL   May 20th, 2008 7:15 pm ET

ick…no way. I've already seen WAY TOO MUCH of her and bill during the primaries…

Chris   May 20th, 2008 7:15 pm ET

She will destroy Democrats chances. No way in Hell.

Barbara Querrie   May 20th, 2008 7:14 pm ET

pls OBAMA ,the idea of CLINTON as VP should not evn cross your mind.

L MIAMI FLORIDA   May 20th, 2008 7:14 pm ET

BILL " SWEETIE " HERE IN FLORIDA WE WANT HILLARY TO BE THE PRESIDENT ! OK, DARLING !

C!   May 20th, 2008 7:14 pm ET

CLINTON / OBAMA `08!!

that would be unstoppable!

GO DEMS!

Jim   May 20th, 2008 7:14 pm ET

I think Obama needs a white person on the ticket as this election is showing that he's having trouble w/ segments of them, and Hillary Clinton would be great!

Obama can't win w/o her supporters!!!!!!

GO HILLARY!

Terrence (Winston Salem,NC)   May 20th, 2008 7:14 pm ET

What is it this, "you kick dirt on me but I'm supposed to give you a ride on my back" to the White House? No

Clinton would seriously be too annoying to work with. Bush can't keep a leash on Cheney. Hillary would be worse – not to mention Bill Clinton being back in the mix. Heck NO!

I like Hillary, but no.

She has done too much damage to be on the ticket. While their policies are similar, he wants to bring people together and she just wants to fight. Oil and Water.

Obama/Sebelius 08

Shannon   May 20th, 2008 7:14 pm ET

look at all the uniter's here, I can always tell who supports Obama, the more hate filled you are, the nastier your post, the more you say you are for hope and change. Hypocrites!

Debbie   May 20th, 2008 7:14 pm ET

Obama couldn't have HC as VP – she stands for everything he is against in Washington. And he would lose a lot of support from his loyal supporters if he did (me for one).
I am also against giving one cent to Obama to help pay off the Clinton.
I think its dreadful that Obama supporters should have to pay for any part of HC's lack of fiscal responsibility – and if she couldn't afford to stay in the campaign she should have dropped out.
That's not being sexist – that's just being honest.
How can you run a country if you can't even run a campaign!

vic nashville,Tn   May 20th, 2008 7:14 pm ET

NO TALK OF VP
HILLARY IS NEXT PRESIDENT
Hillary 08 or Mc Cain 08

The O   May 20th, 2008 7:13 pm ET

I am not saying, But what I am saying is HELL NO!!!!!
I would rather see him, choose Kermit the Frog, rather then this chick!!!

BARACK THE VOTE!!!!!!!!!

deborah   May 20th, 2008 7:13 pm ET

not no but hell no

obama should NEVER have her as his VP she will betray him

NOOOOOOOOOO

SD   May 20th, 2008 7:13 pm ET

Superdelegates should DEMAND that Obama select Clinton as VP. That should be their condition for support — Otherwise they can kiss democratic control of white house good bye.

Chris in Va.   May 20th, 2008 7:13 pm ET

I would not vote for ANY ticket on which the Clinton name appears except the one that puts her in a jail cell, which is where she and Bubba belong.

Michael Nordine   May 20th, 2008 7:12 pm ET

Absolutely not.

Shirley-Ohio   May 20th, 2008 7:12 pm ET

No, she played the game unfairly and not she goes back to be a senator if she is allowed to. She probably will not be reelected to the senate.

pa mom   May 20th, 2008 7:11 pm ET

Why would she take VP – so he can send her to the basement of the White House for the next four years.

Obama will lose against McCain…Hillary supporters will wait until the next election.

James   May 20th, 2008 7:11 pm ET

No wayyyyyyyyyyyyyyyy. She has done enough harm to the party.

Veronica   May 20th, 2008 7:11 pm ET

No way to joint ticket!!! An Obama/Clinton joint ticket would be much like the Obama v. Clinton primary campaign. She would undercut and undermind him at every turn. She obviously doesn't care about what is right so much as she cares about what she THINKS is rightfully hers.

T L   May 20th, 2008 7:11 pm ET

As a Clinton supporter, I am against that too. Or Clinton might end up doing everything for him. I want ppl to see what a fraud he is. His "policies" is more political than anything, they have no substance.

christy   May 20th, 2008 7:11 pm ET

NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Venus   May 20th, 2008 7:11 pm ET

Hell no she should not be on the ticket!

You can tell these polls questions are placed by no one but the Clintons!

Ex Clinton supporter   May 20th, 2008 7:11 pm ET

Obama can not win without Clinton and the DNC knows it and will force Obama to ask and I hope Clinton says no.
Lieberman/Clinton 08

SLO Bear   May 20th, 2008 7:11 pm ET

No way!

Don   May 20th, 2008 7:11 pm ET

The Dems are going to lose because the DNC has messed this up form day one. All this Obamanista talk about the superdelegates giving it to Clinton is a farce. The SD will have to give it to either Obama or Clinton because neither will have the pledged delegates necessary. So which one can beat McCain should be the issue. If the DNC gives it to Obama, then McCain wins. The DNC will deserve to lose the White House and the Congress because they stupidly allowed New Hampshire and Iowa to extort them to disenfranchise voters in Florida and Mich. If those two states counted as they should, Clinton would have this wrapped up. Also, they DNC stupidly allowed the first "official" primaries or caucuses to be in Iowa, NH, Nevada and South Carolina, all states that lean to red in general elections. The small pockets of Dems in those states are lefty-lefts, so they went for Obama, a person who will get trounced by McCain. Clinton polls better than Obama in large populous states that are needed to win in November.

LNAB   May 20th, 2008 7:11 pm ET

absolutely not

she needs to run as an independent if the DNC steals this election from the people

TonyNJ   May 20th, 2008 7:11 pm ET

Hillary in 08-President in 09! As my second grade teacher taught us word for word, one of the Great writings of Patriot Thomas Paine titled "The Crisis" December 1776, it does state: These are the times that try mens souls: The Summer Soldier and sunshine patriot will, in this crisis, will shrink from the service of his country, but he that stands in Now, deserves the love and thanks of man and woman. Tyranny, like hell, is not conquered easily; yet we have this consolation with us, that the harder the conflict the more glorious the triumph-Thomas Paine December 1776. Our country is in a crisis today, and all we have as a free people, hangs in the balance. It is our hope that these old but inspiring words will harden Hillary Clinton, as in a way, the battles of Trenton & Princeton lay before her. Hillary is no quitter and we stand with her through thick and thin or third party which respects the Rights of Women, as this is a gender war, not a political contest.

NO ON OBAMA   May 20th, 2008 7:10 pm ET

Michelle Obama, "It depends on her tone, her policies".

As Clinton supporters, we do not want Hillary as VP for this Carter, Dukakis, Kerry, McGovern guy.

Patricia in Las Vegas   May 20th, 2008 7:10 pm ET

NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO

Linned   May 20th, 2008 7:10 pm ET

Whoever wins the Democratic nomination should be able to pick their own VP.

BIFF, BIFFINGTON...   May 20th, 2008 7:08 pm ET

the man wouldn't be able to accept a stick of gum or a cup of coffee without a taste tester…..

NO!

NO NO NO - Clinton VP   May 20th, 2008 7:08 pm ET

NO!!!

Susan   May 20th, 2008 7:07 pm ET

Absolutely not!

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