May 21, 2008
Posted: 11:05 AM ET

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WASHINGTON (CNN) — CNN has confirmed that former ABC News congressional correspondent and current National Journal contributing editor, Linda Douglass, will leave her publication to join the Obama campaign.

Douglass says she will serve as a senior strategist and senior spokesperson on the campaign's plane, in addition to other senior staff.

She assumes her new post next week.

Douglass joined National Journal Group in June 2007 and covers government, politics and the 2008 election, according to National Journal's Web site.

She is also a senior fellow with the John Brademas Center for the Study of Congress at the Robert F. Wagner Graduate School of Public Service at New York University.

Douglass won the 2000 National Press Foundation's Everett Dirksen Award for her coverage of Congress, and the 1990 Broadcast Journalist of the Year, from the Society of Professional Journalists, according to the site.

A response from the Obama campaign was not immediately available.

Update: In a press release to CNN Wednesday, Suzanne Clark, the president of National Journal Group, wrote: "Linda Douglass is a first rate talent.  She has made significant contributions to the National Journal Group – from breaking news and securing high profile interviewees and event panelists to launching our radio show."

"We are sad to see her go. She has done great work for our publications, helped us expand our multi-media presence and has been a true friend to her colleagues.  We wish her the best," Clark added.

Filed under: Barack Obama • Linda Douglass


Ryan   May 21st, 2008 3:27 pm ET

I agree with R.I.F. and the many other comments like that one.

How is Obama sexist? His wife's salary is nearly double his.

Farrell, Houston, Tx   May 21st, 2008 3:27 pm ET

WOW, a lot of smart people backing Obama. Looks like Warren Buffett's endorsement of Obama has really given people a "wakeup call". Everybody is welcome to join Obama, republicans, independents, libertarian, everybody.

not her please   May 21st, 2008 3:27 pm ET

Gary—your grammar/spelling is attrocious but i think i got the gist of your message….you're saying that any man that doesn't vote for Hillary is a woman-hater….i'd use the word misogynist but judging from you're post you'd have no clue what that is. Anyway, a woman certainly could be president but that doesn't mean you have to vote for the first one that runs. A good woman could be president….not an evil deceitful one. Hillary has no more experience to be president than the fry cook at a McDonalds. Just because she's lived with a governor and president doesn't mean she's qualified to be one. Tell me what she has done for you through the years since she's always been there for you. How's she doing to get that gas tax holiday implemented by Memorial Day—times awastin she better get that bill to congress soon!!!!

roger dowdle, lockhart, Tx   May 21st, 2008 3:26 pm ET

She is obviously not hearing hilary's and ferraro's charging of sexism! It must really frost clintons butt that Intelligent people, along with so many ex members of her staff are joining Obama. Heck, even some of McCains staff are beginning to leave so that they won't have to campaign against Obama!

AJ   May 21st, 2008 3:26 pm ET

If all the Hillary supporters are voting for McCain, then I'm voting for Obama.

McCain is just another Democrat in Republican's clothing.

Obama '08

calling all believers to pray!   May 21st, 2008 3:26 pm ET

That's great! Obama is getting some great people, Keep em coming!

Marie-Lynn   May 21st, 2008 3:26 pm ET

Thanks Linda

jr.   May 21st, 2008 3:25 pm ET

Democrats are not having a fair Election they are holding Hillary's votes back so Obama can wind on the delegates firts.

jamie in FL   May 21st, 2008 3:25 pm ET

I'm ashamed I ever called myself a Republican. I'm voting for Obama.

Ilona Proud Canadian   May 21st, 2008 3:25 pm ET

Diane,

Are you living on another planet?? Almost every day, on television, on the blogs, just about every way we turn, Hillary and her "Pied Piper" followers are complaining "Bitterly" because, as they put it, many women were giving them grief, because they were voting for Hillary simply because she is a woman, and here you are badmouthing this woman because she isn't supporting your "Pied Piper" What a bunch of hypocrites the Clinton supporters are.

By the way, you Hillary supporters who "say" that you will vote for McCain (or not vote at all) if Hillary is not the Dem. nominee. These Hillary supporters are learning from the very best. If Hillary is not allowed to set the rules, she will just take her ball and go home. Just like she and Bill are threatening the DNC Committee. Change the number of delegates needed, because we say so, Seat Florida and Michigan delegates as per the original votes, because we say so, let us pick our nominee according to the GOP rules, because we now thing this is a better system. Bill and Hillary just can't stop changing the rules.

Barack Supporters,

Why is CNN not reporting about the Florida Super Delegate that Barack picked up today?

kvsmith in FL   May 21st, 2008 3:23 pm ET

If you are a democrat who is considering voting for McCain who is truly clueless, you should be ashamed of yourself. PERIOD!!!

California Girl   May 21st, 2008 3:23 pm ET

To every super delegate of the Democratic Party,

Please think long and hard about the simple choice you now have to make:

1) Choose to endorse Hillary Clinton as the Party’s nominee and watch her become the first woman to be elected President of the United States.

or

2) Choose to endorse Barack Obama and watch the first African American nominee of the Democratic Party lose in the general election.

Hillary Clinton will win against John McCain in the states that the Democratic Party needs to win in order to reach 270 electoral votes in the general election.

Obama won’t.

It’s that simple.

Hillary Clinton has been the best candidate in this long primary election, is by far more competent to run against the Republicans in the general election, and is infinitely more qualified to be President of the United States than is Barack Obama.

Endorsing Barack Obama, a relatively unknown candidate with a thin resume who has lost nearly every large state and swing state to Hillary Clinton in the primaries by large margins, is a huge gamble at best.

Please don’t gamble with our futures.

HILLARY CLINTON ’08

Proud Republican   May 21st, 2008 3:23 pm ET

The Republican Party has lost my vote. I'll be voting Democrat for the first time in my life this year.

Republicans for Obama!

anon   May 21st, 2008 3:22 pm ET

at least she'll freely admit she's working for Obama unlike the rest of the mainstream media!

No Rovian Tactics   May 21st, 2008 3:21 pm ET

Wow, with all of Hillary's rovian tricks, Obama has survived. I"m proud of al the Americans who stood up for him–it's a great feeling. We refused to allow Sean Hannity, and Fox No News to sway us in another direction. We stood up to the pollsters and the hired henchmen to support the candidate that we think will be best for our country.

Thank you America, I can tell you're in it to win it.

Mat   May 21st, 2008 3:21 pm ET

Come on Hillary lovers – CNN is the Clinton News Network and Wolf Blitzer is the biggest Hillary fan there is! I can't believe you're upset about this?!

Get over it – grow up – and read a little more than just one news site – and if you think the news you're being fed is one sidded then look for a second, third and forth opinion! Don't blame the media for Hillarys position right now or even Obama.

Move on – vote for what you believe in -

EC   May 21st, 2008 3:21 pm ET

Welcome a board Ms. Douglas, glad to have you!

HATERS GET SOME HEART   May 21st, 2008 3:21 pm ET

Helen Roy… I see right through you…shame on you and all you so-called Dems who will vote for McCian if Hillary not picked. Give me a good reason and be honest if you can.

from CT   May 21st, 2008 3:18 pm ET

RIF well said, a lot of people have noticed too.

Gary Chandler in Canada   May 21st, 2008 3:17 pm ET

May 21st, 2008 3:01 pm ET
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@ Dianne May 21st, 2008 2:30 pm ET
——— Why don't you ask Monica Lewinsky who she supports? It's more than weird that the Clinton camp is on 'high' road as to how women are treated.
As a Canadian, I have always thought of the White House as a world Icon, and respect most of American history, though not recently.
When I see a film based on the Oval Office, I think of cigars and DNA stains on dresses. The White House, at the expense of a woman, was defiled by the Clintons'. Why do Bonds and Clemens face criminal charges if shown to be liars, while Bill was proven to have 'ad sexual relations with THAT woman'?
How demeaning for Monica, for women, and, Dianne, Bill is still your hero? How can you possibly play the feminist card? Oh, AND why did card carrying, Republican Hillary not stick to her party? Instead, she threw her GOP party under the bus to adopt her husband's? Real strong woman huh?

A Proud American(Republican)   May 21st, 2008 3:17 pm ET

We welcome your vote, Ms Roy. I, a long time republican had decided I was going to vote Democratic this time. However since it appears Hillary won't make it I am forced to vote republican again. As far as I am concerned Obama is not even a choice in my book!

Rhonda, DC   May 21st, 2008 3:16 pm ET

To The DNC,

Do not sell your soul to Hillary on the 31st of May. We know she has something up her sleeve in order to get what she wants. She may tell you that she will get out of the race sooner, etc., but don't buy it. She is evil and will say and do anything to win.

Do not let her bargain with just Dean in the room because he is a push-over. We need someone strong who won't allow Hill and Bill to bend the rules.

Who gives a ........   May 21st, 2008 3:16 pm ET

Who else are you guys going to dig up to support Obama? With all the help he has gotten he still has not put Hillary away – and he won't. If he gets the nomination its because of the delegates and superdelegates – not the will of the people. Yuk and more Yuk!!!

AJ, IL   May 21st, 2008 3:15 pm ET

Interesting? I would never have figured her as an "Obama girl". I know it's not PC, but I could not resist. She seemed more pro-Hillary from the times I saw her on TV.

Obama in 08!

Republicans are you seriously talking???   May 21st, 2008 3:15 pm ET

McCain supporters how and why do you participate in these blogs? Republicans need to be quiet on this one, because hmmm…. you had 7 years of TOTAL control of our country's government and look at what your votes have done for us. Repugs have spent more of our money and taken away more of our personel rights then any administration in history.

We watched Bush complete bash and humiliate McCain, when they were running against each other for the repug nominee. How soon you all forget. And the basher and trasher won!

Do you see a pattern Dems?

Fee, Philadelphia   May 21st, 2008 3:14 pm ET

Dianne…sexism…are you serious. I haven't found any of Obama's actions towards Clinton as sexist. Are you sure you aren't a Republican trying to stir up trouble for women? If you wish to support Hillary simply because she is a woman…that is sexist! If you truly support Hillary you wouldn't go after Obama on this principle. You don't have to like him, but find a more meaningful and truthful reason. As a woman who didn't support Obama for President from the start, I can honestly say that a champion for women causes and someone who served the Clinton Administration, Betsy Myers, really won me over for her reasons to support Obama. Obviously, Betsy is a woman and someone who knows the Clintons quite well and she STILL threw her support behind Obama. It is because she recognizes what he wants to do for ALL Americans, not just women, or African-Americans…but all! Wome have fought so hard to have an equal chance with men in this country and this world. It makes me sick to my stomach when people dismiss all of the barriers Obama had to overcome to win and I don't mean the color of his skin. He went up against an American Brand and won. Not because he is man, but because he competed and beat them at their own game. It was Clinton's election to lose and they underestimated the opposition. Can we just give credit where it is due? This isn't about sexism, it's about leadership and management and never taking anything or anyone for granted.

Just give the man credit!

Karen   May 21st, 2008 3:13 pm ET

ABC sucks. Just see how George operates as a Clinton surogate from a newman spot there.

Conservative -CA   May 21st, 2008 3:13 pm ET

If she's anything like Stephenapolous then get rid of her!

FedUpDem   May 21st, 2008 3:13 pm ET

Rose – Baltimore, MD May 21st, 2008 1:27 pm ET

All these people posting hate comments, pretending to be dems. Real dems will not vote for Mccain. The exit polls taken from racist people who said they will vote for Mccain, those are republicans posing as dems. You cannot fool us, only the media because they needs news. How came Clinton is now slipping in the general Dem polls nation wide. It is because real dems have switched to Obama preparing for GE.

Same repubs are on these blogs posing as dems. Us dems don't hate each other, we just like different candidate for now.
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As far as the hateful posts I suggest you read the ones being posted by the obama supporters towards HRC and her supporters.

As for these "not going to vote for obama" posts not being from Democrats……….dream on.

Kevin   May 21st, 2008 3:13 pm ET

Doesn't Linda know that by supporting Obama, she's sexist?!?!?!

Greg Pottstown, Pa.   May 21st, 2008 3:12 pm ET

An American in Canada for David
posted,

Why doesn't Obama tell the 90% of African-American that vote for him,

to not be such Racist, and that if they continue to do so, he does not want

their racist votes…

You are the man.

Mikey   May 21st, 2008 3:11 pm ET

Listen to all the complaining, handwringing, and baseless charges..

Don't know who all you crybabies are, but you should sit back and listen to yourselves (read what you wrote later).

-Obama is a sexist because we didn't win
-The media is biased because we didn't win
-There is a vast conspiracy involving the DNC, the media, etc
-Obama supporters are too stupid, arogant about being smart, a cult, mean, sexist, and on and on
-The rules were bad – caucuses, DNC sanctions, porportional vs. winner take all, delegates vs. popular vote, etc, etc

Hillary is going to win – Obama can be VP – Hillary should win – We will give Obama VP – Obama is stealing the election – Clinton donors threaten Pelosi and DNC – Obama can't win GE – We will retaliate if she doesn't win – You have to do what we say – Hillary should be VP – Obama has to pick her – We will retaliate if we don't get VP

Two observations
1. The mindset from the beginning has been one of entitlement and the position of President of the United States is not honorary! No one is ENTITLED to be President!

2. Practically every position taken has been the one that most benefits HRC at that moment, even if it contradicts the position taken last week. Leads me to believe it is either simply because she is a woman or he is black or a combination of the two.

I hope most of this crud is coming from Republican trolls. For the rest of you, there is still room on the Obama Express. Adults only please.

Voter   May 21st, 2008 3:11 pm ET

So now we see two reasons for the media's pro-bama slant.
Surprise, surprise, surprise!

IOWA Dem   May 21st, 2008 3:09 pm ET

GREAT addition to a winning team -Welcome !

Helen Roy   May 21st, 2008 3:09 pm ET

HIllary or Mcain Obama and his poor little Michele NEVER. I am a 66 year old Democrat about to vote Republican

Ian   May 21st, 2008 3:09 pm ET

Excellent. Maybe now we'll get a more detailed look at how all of Obama's plans go against the constitution. Or a better look at how much his special interest groups will cost us. Or maybe we can get a detailed look at where the money for universal healthcare is going to come from.

Obama,Clinton, or McCain = God help us all!!!

Ladies United for BO!   May 21st, 2008 3:08 pm ET

AND IF THEY PERSIST IN THIS OUTCRY OF "WOMAN HEAR ME ROAR" THEY WILL LOSE THE MALE VOTE!!! I KMOW THIS BECAUSE MY DAD IS A STAUNCH DEM THAT SIMPLY HATES WOMEN WHO COME OFF TOO STRONG AND DEMANDING call that sexist if you want but he knows what he likes.. and many men feel the same way!

MP-pennsylvania   May 21st, 2008 3:08 pm ET

Thanks, Welcome aboard

Not 4 Clinton ANYMORE! May 21st, 2008 1:01 pm ET

I'm from a small town in central Ohio &, up untill last night, I was a CLinton suppporter. After hearing Obama compliment & praise her – trying to repair the Democratic damage that I now see that SHE has caused – then hearing her insist that all of my neighbors' votes for Obama 2 months ago will NOT COUNT! I converted because she's trying to make a case that she – knowingly & WILLINGLY – acknowledged that the MI/FL votes would NOT be counted after moving up their primary, & knew that the 2 states delegations would be PUNISHED for it! NOW they matter to her! 48 states followed the rules, 2 didn't: now all of our votes will be overturned because of Clinton's selfish, erogant, "republican-esque" deviance! And then to LIE to those poor people in the Appalachians; promising them things she will NEVER provide; playing on their biases of people of color, "fanatical" preachers, "gas tax holidays", etc.!!! Diplorable!!!!!!

WOW!!! Am I glad that my eyes are FINALLY opened! I can NOT support a "candidate" who shrugs off the needs & wishes of the people & panders to the biasness of the corrupt ones "in charge"!!! Nor can I support an "indiviual" who intentionally injects race & sexism into each speech she makes, attempting to make herself look as though she's being "picked on"! Give me a break!!! As a middle-aged woman, I have NEVER behaved like a little girl to get my way!!!

Hillary Clinton – along with John McCain – is setting the women's movement BACK 100 years! REAL women should stand up & DEMAND Hillary Clinton repair HER OWN damage & immediately STOP the immature, UNPROFESSIONAL, & destructive behavior before she hands the presidency back to the republicans in November!!!

I'm for Obama in 2008 – If Hillary Clinton is NOT rewarded with, and PERMITTED to, STEAL this nomination away from him!!!

Winston   May 21st, 2008 3:08 pm ET

Linda is great. I enjoyed watching her on the Los Angeles local NBC station. She was the political editor there.

Welcome aboard Linda.

Go Obama.

Mary WA   May 21st, 2008 3:08 pm ET

DIANE- Hillary is the sexist-accousing all that disagree with her or perfer Obama MISOGYNISTS. I support Obama and I have an Masters in Sociology and speciality in womens equality. I'm appalled at Hillary's antics and have lost all respect for her. She is not a good example for young women. She lies, cheats, plays bully/victim, plays the race card and is a warmonger who would "obliterate"women and children who are civilians. YOU ARE THE SEXIST

You Know Who   May 21st, 2008 3:07 pm ET

Obama has the right ingredients to become one of America's greatest presidents.

GREAT COMMUNICATION SKILLS ………….LIKE RONALD REAGAN
CHARISMA………………… LIKE JFK
ORIGINALITY & BOLDNESS…………… LIKE GEORGE WASHINGTON

maybe, you folks can add a few more to above list.

nannie bouroughs, Kenosha, WI   May 21st, 2008 3:07 pm ET

Good for her… she can lose her job along with Senator Obama come November!

RB   May 21st, 2008 3:06 pm ET

GOOD! Maybe, she can explain the primary process and the meaning of rules to Hillary Clinton. Maybe, she can even explain to "superdelegates" that Hillary Clinton is trying to pressure the DNC into reversing its position on FL and MI. Here's what the rule was: IF YOU MOVE UP YOUR PRIMARY, YOU WILL LOSE YOUR DELEGATES! Hillary was fine with that when she thought she was going to fine. What a fool to think we will let her get away with the little trick she's trying to pull. Unfortunately, Hillary, many democrats are college educated and even more of them who are not college educated are not the stupid fools you think they are! YOU'RE DONE. GO AWAY.

Ryan   May 21st, 2008 3:06 pm ET

Gary, the all caps are ridiculous. Shut it.

Dianne, just shut it. That is a ridiculous comment. Obama is sexist? You are completely ridiculous. Why don't you and Geraldine Ferraro go back to watching Golden Girls or Sex and the City and crawl back into the hole you came out of when you realized a woman was running for president.

I bet you haven't voted in any election since 1988 when Ferraro was the VP candidate.

Just shut it. I'm sick of the sexism and feminism from WOMEN. Cut the crap and quit being angry because your dream isn't coming true. It'll happen eventually–just not this year. Buck up and support the democratic candidate. And anyone that decides to vote for McCain just because Obama beat Hillary is both shallow and naive. McCain is a far worse choice when you break it down to principles.

If you want another four years of Bush, go for McCain. If you want someone who is on par and agreeing with nearly ALL of Clinton's viewpoints, go with Obama.

Nuff said.

kim portland, oregon   May 21st, 2008 3:06 pm ET

i'm not familiar with her work, but her life is about to get REALLY exciting!!!

all you people who are just spouting off the right-wing propaganda, please give examples…oh yeah, you cant cuz you're spouting lies. how is obama sexist?

why do you blame obama for florida when he has said POINT BLANK that he hopes both FL and MI get a chance to vote but he will go with what the DNC rules. hillary said the same thing, at first, then she cheated her way onto the ballot they both pledged they wouldnt put their names on.

WHY do you just take the words of the right-wingers at face value without researching on your own??? i hear their lies and half truths parroted back on here all the time. it's what got us in this mess in the first place, so please people THINK FOR YOURSELF!!!!!!!!!!!!

you say you want smaller government but you let the government THINK for you. limbaugh, haniity, and their ilk just spout off the white house talking points. use YOUR brain and YOUR eyes to see the truth for YOURSELF!!!

obama 08!!!!

Lisa   May 21st, 2008 3:06 pm ET

This middle aged white woman will only vote for Obama.

Obama is the only one who actually deserves to be president.

Obama is the only one who can win in November.

Obama '08

D R   May 21st, 2008 3:03 pm ET

It scares me to see all of the people jumping from the sinking Hillary ship, onto the raft of McCain. Their "bitterness" go's to far! Are they willing to continue to see this kind of government! More war! A candidate that admits he knows little about the economy! Come on, are you really that stupid?

Griff   May 21st, 2008 3:02 pm ET

Tell me a Story.. Tell me a Story.. So!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Obama will never be, CIC. I Predicted it month's ago…. It's no going to happen…. If I new then, what I know now… Well you will in November…

Kenneth M   May 21st, 2008 3:01 pm ET

GARY, GARY GARY, FIRST OFF, STOP CRYING. ITS UNBECOMING. NEXT, HILLARY LIED ABOUT BOSNIA: BAD CHARACTER, SHE VOTED FOR THE WAR: BAD JUDGEMENT, RAN OUT OF MONEY: BAD MANAGEMENT, PLAYED THE RACE CARD: BAD SCROUPLES. SHE RAN A POOR CAMPAIGN. SHE DID NOT GET THE VOTES. NOBODY HAS DONE ANYTHING TO HER. SHE DID NOT WIN. SO DRY YOUR EYES.

R.I.F.   May 21st, 2008 3:01 pm ET

Gary,
It's funny because you are the second most transparent "hillary supporter" blogger I've ever seen. You are not a democrat.

Sharon Minnesota,
You are the most transparent "hillary supporter" blogger I've ever seen. You say that you were a life-long democrat until Obama became the frontrunner and now you are a republican but every thing out of your mouth is purely from the right wing. No one just changes overnight and starts saying things like "liberal media" and a host of other things that have come out of your mouth. BTW, I'm from Texas not Gaza as you indicated the other day. That's another right wing trait. Nothing of substance to say so you spew out things like Hamas and the such to create fear. Tell Rush I said hello the next time you call in.

Diane,
Sexist men don't marry Ivy league educated, strrong, ambishous women. Trust me, I know a bunch of sexist men and their wives are like robots.

Chanakya   May 21st, 2008 3:01 pm ET

Welcome on board! Diane – you being a chief strategist to Obama's Campaign is most welcome. Please help Obama in making best choices for the party and our great nation. Also, make sure that Obama will never ever fall into the trap of Billary. Like most of us, I would not even dream of having Clinton being Obama's team mate. Having her run for the VP and working together is like having a snake in the bed. Obama, beware of that evil woman!!!

Brian from Fort Mill, S.C.   May 21st, 2008 3:00 pm ET

Dianne:

You're probably jealous because he didn't call YOU sweetie! :)

Dennis   May 21st, 2008 3:00 pm ET

I think those claiming of 'sexism' against Senator Obama need to step back and look at the big picture. Beyond the "Sweetie" comment, what has Barrack Obama done that is so blatantly sexist as to offend? Geraldine Ferraro can't come up with a legitimate example, and she seems to be leading this charge against Senator Obama. Notice that Senator Clinton hasn't accused Senator Obama of being sexist. Her attack was on the media.

So, now I ask you, are you insisting you'll vote for McCain in retaliation for sexist remarks and behavior really because of something Senator Obama has done? Or, are you trying to punish the media? Or, are you really just angry that your candidate isn't getting the nomination and you want to strike back at Democrats? I don't know, but I find that interesting when the Republicans didn't even have a woman in their pool of candidates.

Sexism vs. Racism   May 21st, 2008 2:59 pm ET

I whole heartedly understand the imbalance of privilege & power in society but the whole notion of the Obama campaign being sexist is somewhat reaching; some females seem to forget he is black so I don't know if being black has that much of an advantage over female. He is Male? well, some could argue Hillary is white! Point is this, Hillary lost because her campaign wasn't run well, simple fact from Mark Penn to Bill Clinton and his random outbursts. Some times I feel that the feminist movement becomes the Very Manifestation of the thing they say they are against, a symbol of intolerance & self-interest. Sometimes when you become content with being a victim you also become closed minded…

BUBBA   May 21st, 2008 2:59 pm ET

Linda Douglas looks like Hillary … nice try Obamo, but we're not fooled.

HATERS GET SOME HEART   May 21st, 2008 2:59 pm ET

Go Away All Haters…It seems very clear that some Dems are ugly to the core, how can you be a Dem and vote for McCain.

noemi in los angeles   May 21st, 2008 2:59 pm ET

As Hillary said in the 90s: "I'm not going to stay at home and bake cookies!"………… the only sexist person in this campaign Hillary. Why is she playing the victim?

I'm a Woman and I am proud to say voted for Obama!!

I voted for Obama on policies and issues, not on race or gender.

Obama 08

tj   May 21st, 2008 2:58 pm ET

It's not over, I hope she know what she's doing. The delegates count will be moved to the 2200's to clinch the democratic nominee. And Fl and MI delegates will count. GO HILLARY!!!!!!!!!!!!!

GOOD SPEECH TODAY IN FLORIDA!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

New York rrrrr   May 21st, 2008 2:58 pm ET

I hope she's good at fiction, because that will help Obama when he talks about his political accomplishments.

Danny, NJ   May 21st, 2008 2:58 pm ET

Welcome to the O Team, we're glad to have you.

Obama 08

John in PA   May 21st, 2008 2:58 pm ET

And -

I will NOT vote for McCain, I wll NOT stay home, and I WILL NOT VOTE FOR OBAMA. It's called "Write in vote."

Have a great summer/fall, it all ends in November for the 'Bots.

Brian from Fort Mill, S.C.   May 21st, 2008 2:58 pm ET

"Give 'em Hill'n'Bill!
Hmmmph!
Another one of those smart people coming out to support Obama! One of those evil "fellows" at a college.
Who do these people think they are, having college degrees and all?
People with college degrees shouldn't be allowed to vote!"

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I like you. You're silly! :)

Mar   May 21st, 2008 2:57 pm ET

Looks like she has been drinkin the koolaide. I hope you know you are joining the sinking ship.

Boston for OBAMA   May 21st, 2008 2:57 pm ET

Coreection……My opinion was added starting at Clearly…….

SAMMY   May 21st, 2008 2:57 pm ET

joining the Obama campaign for change is like the in thing right now for a lot of young accomplished people………………..is samantha powers going to be part of his senior staff or what?

Moses   May 21st, 2008 2:57 pm ET

All these so called unbiased journalists filling the airwaves with hot air and venim towards Hillary are now showing their colors.

I think they should send Roland Martin too to Obama. How about Jack Cafferty too?

John in PA   May 21st, 2008 2:56 pm ET

Obamabots just don't get it (they are probably too young to know any better). Listen up – you all need to grovel at and kiss the feet of the 17Million Hillary supporters if you have any hope of winning in November. Think about that and act accordingly.

Boston for OBAMA   May 21st, 2008 2:56 pm ET

Thank you very much.
Today on CNN 360 David Gergen Said Clinton should be urged to reject the racist vote. Clearly some of her supporters are RACIST and she speaks from both sides of her mouth. How can she be for civil rights and still solicit votes from racist people

Terrence (Winston Salem, NC)   May 21st, 2008 2:56 pm ET

Dianne May 21st, 2008 2:30 pm ET

Why is she leaving ABC…seems she and her colleagues at all the major media outlets are on the Obama campaign without giving up their regular jobs.

Hard to believe a woman could turn her back on this opportunity…and to go work for a sexist! WOMEN OF AMERICA: WE DESERVE TO BE HEARD.

No to Obama and more male sexism. HILLARY or BUST!
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Maybe it's because he's not sexist. The man goes home to all women. If he's sexist, he's miserable.

If it wasn't sad to see you write this, it'd be funny… I can actually see you burning a bra and beating a bongo over this. LOL Sad..

For the last time, OBAMA isn't sexist. Please kill the Ferraro-ism, please.

noemi in los angeles   May 21st, 2008 2:55 pm ET

This woman will be great to Obama's campaign. Have you looked her up already? She is fantastic!! Thanks, Linda!

Obama Generation, Stand Up!

Clinton and McSame supporters will give their negative comments in 3…2….1…..

David D Kollie   May 21st, 2008 2:55 pm ET

People say Obama is naive but I think he's very smart. He bring smart people around him all the time. Way to Go Obama. Congrat, I am not saying this for mcCain.

Jeff   May 21st, 2008 2:55 pm ET

Why is this news? I thought almost every journalist, award-winning or not, was already on the "Obama team."

Oh, you mean a PAID EMPLOYEE of the Obama team. OK.

Sandy   May 21st, 2008 2:55 pm ET

I'm glad to see you come on board to help make this change happen.

Chandell, MA   May 21st, 2008 2:53 pm ET

Brilliant!

Obama 08

Mk   May 21st, 2008 2:53 pm ET

Diane:
I think the most insulting thing I have seen so far is Hillary Clintons unwillingness to actually behave like she was PROUD to be a woman. She has run this whole campaign as though she were a man dressed in a woman's pant suit. If she REALLY believes in a woman in the white house why does she seek out comments like
"testicular fortitude". She isn't a champion of women's rights she is a Champion of getting Hillary elected.

Uncle Sam   May 21st, 2008 2:52 pm ET

Although not aligned with either political party, I applaud those Democrats who are willing to support John McCain, placing the welfare of our country over partisan conformity.

Americans for McCain '08

Davids   May 21st, 2008 2:52 pm ET

Come on over–the journey is fine. We are on a serious ride to a better America, for everyone.

America, we are applauding the wrong Davids (American Idol). We should be applauding the two Davids in Obama's camp.

O/08

silence do good   May 21st, 2008 2:52 pm ET

Diane – don't be intimidated by the Ozombies. Obama has enjoyed spreading sexism through the media and through his surrogates. Never in person – his preppy persona hides him.

You are picking up on the subtle things that make up discrimination.

And his followers here and in the media have said horrible derrogatory things about her, her appearance, her voice. The hate and misogyny is deep and old in this country. We've all read it – his followers can overlook it though – anything to win.

Melinda Charlotte, NC   May 21st, 2008 2:51 pm ET

I would not have given up the post…no one else has in the MSM. Their ( main stream media's )blantant misrepresentation of his candidacy as the second coming of Christ Almighty is truly laughable. Why quit her day job? She can keep pushing for his candidacy while getting paid by the Media, you know, like those folks at MSNBC. A few at CNN, too, but I will say not as many as at MSNBC ( Must Show NonStop Barack Coverage-I take no credit for the acronym) You just have to laugh at this one.

A Proud American(Republican)   May 21st, 2008 2:51 pm ET

In my former comment I meant to say Linda as opposed to what I typed which was Diane. Sorry Diane, I'm sure your still a winner!

Proud American   May 21st, 2008 2:51 pm ET

Dianne get over it. No matter how much they try to make this about sexism its NOT. Its about bringing in a fresh new approach to old problems. Obama inspires people to bring forth their best. And more importanly he's not afraid to share the spot light.

Eddy   May 21st, 2008 2:50 pm ET

Wow… For the 1st time in my life I’ve actually been interested in American Politics and when I measure the level of animosity, anger and pure hatred of some of the supporters from both sides out there it makes me lose faith in the belief that we are all working towards the greater good for this country.

On one hand you see Obama supporters unfairly telling Sen. Clinton to quit and verbally lashing out at her & her supporters. On the other hand, you have Hillary supporters threatening that even if she loses fairly that they will not vote for Obama and that they will boycott the nomination.

And now I hear abour Sexism and Racism, please…What is going on with America? What is wrong with us, the American people? Instead of praising these two great candidates for whom they are, we decided to divide this country and tear it apart. Again, this is the 1st time I’ve ever been interested in politics and I am very disappointed in the American people for turning opportunity into despair.

jim t   May 21st, 2008 2:50 pm ET

LINDA SOUNDS LIKE A SMART WOMAN.

HEY DIANE, YOUR BILLARY IS FILLED WITH LIES AND

CORRUPTION, ALSO BILL

A Proud American(Republican)   May 21st, 2008 2:50 pm ET

CNN has supported Obama since the beginning. You can see it in the bias news talks. I am surprise though to see Diane join a loser like Obama.

rey   May 21st, 2008 2:50 pm ET

McCain Dems will crush the Obama team at whatever it is they try to employ.
A Democrat for McCain!!!

New Day   May 21st, 2008 2:49 pm ET

Gary – Your wife cooks for you? Can I come over tonight?

Niky   May 21st, 2008 2:48 pm ET

Can someone please answer this (Comments have been closed on most of other postings):

Is Puerto Rico winner-takes-all-delegates state?

Thanks…

Diane, NY   May 21st, 2008 2:48 pm ET

Congrats Linda…..welcome aboard the Obamatrain—good luck.

hamstring   May 21st, 2008 2:47 pm ET

I thought Obama supporters were supposed to be educated. Who's writing these pro-Obama posts?

disenfranchised   May 21st, 2008 2:47 pm ET

Hope she dosent mind being called SWEETY ALL DAY LONG…

Lee-- Dallas, TX   May 21st, 2008 2:47 pm ET

This lady is powerhouse when it comes to getting the scoop on story's from the White House. She's been covering politics and policy for some time now. Smart move Barack, smart move.

New Day   May 21st, 2008 2:47 pm ET

jake – in the 6 weeks between Texas/Ohio primaries and the PA primary, Obama was bent over a barrel with a rusty poker jamming him in his insidey parts.

News agencies have only one favorite: RATINGS!!!!

A month ago it was Rev. Wright, now its pushing Hillary to leave the race, next month it will be McCain's secret affair with J-Lo.

Don't you notice how their pundits keep bringing up the topic of whether they are impartial or not? Its because, no matter when they bring it up, there will always be a group that dont like the press their candidate is getting.

Its like the bad guy in those old wrestling matches. They dont care if you love them or hate them as long as you watch.

Darryl   May 21st, 2008 2:46 pm ET

Hello Hillary Supporter,

Let keep it clean and you can join our team.. One America for all of us..

proud army and navy mom   May 21st, 2008 2:46 pm ET

welcome to the winner's circle

Kiah   May 21st, 2008 2:45 pm ET

Welcome welcome!

Matt from L.A.   May 21st, 2008 2:45 pm ET

To Diane, I can only say:

someone please ask Obama's wife and daughters if they think he is sexist!

Come ON! Of course, there have been some very sexist comments *from people who post comments,* but I think that most honest, well-informed, and reasonable people will agree that none of that sexism has come from Obama himself. Do you think he really doesn't respect his wife, his mother, his daughters, Hillary, or other women? I don't think Obama "looks down" on anyone. Sexism is very frustrating, and watching someone you support (who is talented and has fought hard) come to the end of her campaign is also frustrating and bitterly disappointing. But writing Obama off as a sexist is unfair.

Diane, your post is just as ridiculous and inappropriate as if Obama was losing and somebody posted: Don't let Whitey get the upper hand! How can you work for that racist Hillary!!

For the record: Hillary is not a racist, and Barack is not a sexist.

faye, NV   May 21st, 2008 2:45 pm ET

Welcome Ms. Linda, so glad to have you aboard.

Yes We Can   May 21st, 2008 2:44 pm ET

I don't know her, but it sounds good. He's going to need a lot of help.

Congrats Linda, do a good job–the people are with you, and Barack.

If his administration is anything like his campaign, we are in good shape.

Obama 08

J   May 21st, 2008 2:43 pm ET

Seriously? Journalist….aren't those the people that couldn't make it through a real major in college?

BIFF, BIFFINGTON...   May 21st, 2008 2:43 pm ET

That's it, Diane… It's the sexism… Obama is sexist…. (guess you haven't heard anything of his powerhouse wife)…

but … yeah…. it's the 'sex'ism….

oooookayyyyyyyyy……………………

Darryl   May 21st, 2008 2:43 pm ET

Thank you…

Sharon Minnesota   May 21st, 2008 2:42 pm ET

What a surprise. The journalism school of radical lefty's has decided to support the most radical left wing democrat ever!! When is CNN going to endorse Obama?

from CT   May 21st, 2008 2:42 pm ET

Dianne maybe you should open your eye's and realize what filth and lies has been spread about a good person…hard to believe? Haven't around 50% of women voter's been voting for Mr. Obama? It's hard to believe any women could think a man with such a loving wife and 2 beautiful and sweet daughters is a sexist…I think your hate is blinding you.

Xango 4   May 21st, 2008 2:42 pm ET

Great day, everyone is welcome to join the team, but if she is caucasian, the clinton people will have a fit…

Per billary, only AA support Senator Obama, so people from other races are not allowed to think or vote..

Go Senator Obama,

One Love!   May 21st, 2008 2:42 pm ET

HELP WANTED: White House Press Secretary… Wait, think we just found her.

gary   May 21st, 2008 2:41 pm ET

May 21st, 2008 2:38 pm ET
Your comment is awaiting moderation.
AMERICA IS BIAS AGAINST A WOMAN PRESIDENT. THEIR GOOD ENOUGH TO COOK FOR A MAN,SUPPORT A MAN,GIVE THE MAN THE PLEASURES THEY WANT,BABY THEM WHEN THEIR SICK,GIVE THEM KIDS ,BUT NOT GOOD ENOUGH TO BE A LEADER. THEY RATHER HAVE A AFRICAN AMERICAN THATS HAS NO QUALIFICATIOS, TRACK RECORD OF DOING ANYTHING FOR US AND THIS COUNTRY. HRC HAS BEEN THERE TIME AFTER TIME FOR US.OBAMA IS JUST A SLICK CON MAN ,THATS WHY HE RAISES SO MUCH MONEY FROM THE YOUNG. HE CAN HUSTLE THE LOST MINDED YOUTH ,BUT NOT THE WISE ADULTS. THIS RACE HAS BEEN FIXED FROM THE BEGINING. WITHOUT HRC ,O.B. HASN'T GOT A CHANCE IN NOV. US UNEDUCATED AND OTHER CHOICE WORDS FROM THE CLINTON HATERS(O.B. SUPPORTERSWILL HAVE A RUDE AWAKINIG. YOU THE MEDIA, PRESS AND DNC HAS DONE NOTHING BUT TRASH THE CLINTONS, AND HER SUPPORTERS. WE WILL GET THE LAST LAUGH IN NOV. MC CAIN IS LOOKIG BETTER EVERYDAY

Melanie   May 21st, 2008 2:40 pm ET

Diane,
With all due respect, how can you call Obama sexist? He was raised by his mother and grandmother and as referred to his wife as "the best person I know." If you are for Hillary because she is a woman, that is your perogative but you are missing the point. BOTH Hillary and Obama have the same ideas for America! Also, I find it funny that Obama is minimizing the many racist comments/actions he and his supporters have endured throughout this campaign while Hillary is pulling the sexist card. Women should be uniting behind the Democratic party-not behind the female candidate.

i am not dump   May 21st, 2008 2:40 pm ET

hillary is going to destroy the democratic party. if fl and mi violate the rules, so they have to be included not punished. it is the same way when you violate the law, you have to be in jail. hillary thinks that she own America. she is trying to break the rules on her favor. hillari is a delusional senator. she always has family from every states. she is a liar and a looser. everytime, i see that senator talking, she gives me headache

MP-pennsylvania   May 21st, 2008 2:40 pm ET

UMWA endorsed Obama week ago

"The unanimous endorsement by the union’s political action committee comes shortly after the May 13 primary in West Virginia "

How come it was that late to become a news in CNN political ticker

DISGUSTING

Georgia Girl   May 21st, 2008 2:39 pm ET

She knows a winning team when she sees one

Crush Rush   May 21st, 2008 2:38 pm ET

Spin Rush Spin,have whole bag of Oxies and another gin.Your jobless maggotheads are out doing your dirty work.

Los Angeles ca   May 21st, 2008 2:38 pm ET

Join Democrats for Mcain

PK   May 21st, 2008 2:38 pm ET

Thank God not all the journalist supporting Obama leaves their jobs, where would we get our "unbiased" news then?

Los Angeles ca   May 21st, 2008 2:37 pm ET

Join the Democrats for Mcain. Go! MCain

EBK   May 21st, 2008 2:33 pm ET

Although Obama hasn't declared victory, if someone ie leaving their job to join the campaign…that means they see the campaign moving forward to the general election.
Obama '08!

New Day   May 21st, 2008 2:32 pm ET

No Fair!!!!! My wife got a new job and she didn't get her own blog!!!!

slow news day, folks?

jake   May 21st, 2008 2:32 pm ET

OK so now we know how Obama's been getting only good press when others have brought out his problems. HMMMMMMMMMM unbiased journalism hum

Give 'em Hill'n'Bill!   May 21st, 2008 2:31 pm ET

Hmmmph!

Another one of those smart people coming out to support Obama! One of those evil "fellows" at a college.

Who do these people think they are, having college degrees and all?

People with college degrees shouldn't be allowed to vote!

Proud1of 26% in WV   May 21st, 2008 2:31 pm ET

Sounds like she knows how to pick a winning team.

Dianne   May 21st, 2008 2:30 pm ET

Why is she leaving ABC…seems she and her colleagues at all the major media outlets are on the Obama campaign without giving up their regular jobs.

Hard to believe a woman could turn her back on this opportunity…and to go work for a sexist! WOMEN OF AMERICA: WE DESERVE TO BE HEARD.

No to Obama and more male sexism. HILLARY or BUST!

David Goldman for OBAMA   May 21st, 2008 2:30 pm ET

THE BEST JOINING THE BEST.

TIME TO BEST THE TWO REPUBLICANS.

WELCOME TO THE WINNING TEAM   May 21st, 2008 2:30 pm ET

WELCOM ON BOARD THE WINNING TEAM GIRL!

Jeanne, San Diego   May 21st, 2008 2:26 pm ET

She's sounds qualified. I hope she will serve Obama well.

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