May 22, 2008
Posted: 09:53 AM ET
Obama is beginning his search for a running mate.
Obama is beginning his search for a running mate.

(CNN) — Barack Obama is quietly beginning his search for a running mate.

A veteran Democratic activist in Washington confirms to CNN's John King that former Fannie Mae CEO Jim Johnson has accepted Obama's request for him to begin a screening/selection process for the No. 2 spot.

The news was first reported by the Associated Press.

Johnson performed the same role in 2004 and 1984 for then-Democratic presidential nominees John Kerry and Walter Mondale.

The activist, a party operative who has been involved in democratic presidential campaigns and conventions dating back more than 20 years, said it was his information that the process was "at a very early point but that within the campaign itself they have been informally thinking about it for awhile."

Obama campaign spokesman Bill Burton declined to comment on the report.

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Chris   May 22nd, 2008 9:55 am ET

We see how good this Jim Johnson has done with winning teams?

A Loser for a Loser!

the Pajama Pundit   May 22nd, 2008 9:56 am ET

Jim Webb of Virginia is my guess at Obama's veep choice - or at least on the short list.

He's a military man - has cred on foreign policy and is from a southern state.

http://thepajamapundit.com/

Cammi317   May 22nd, 2008 9:56 am ET

With the possibility that this may go all the way to the convention, I guess it's time to go ahead and put people in order. No one will have much time in the fall, regardless of the nominee. Of course, I hope it's Obama.

Y   May 22nd, 2008 9:56 am ET

Pick me, pick me!!!

Obama '08

Amy M   May 22nd, 2008 9:57 am ET

Finding Obama a VP? John Edwards. There. That was easy.

LaShanda   May 22nd, 2008 9:57 am ET

His best choices are either Jim Webb or Chuck Hagel. Hillary should be Attorney General, while John Edwards would be best suited for Secretary of the Department of Labor.

TJ   May 22nd, 2008 9:57 am ET

Excellent! Good presidents plan ahead. It's time to stop worrying about Hillary! If she really believed that she had a shot to win, she have begun her screening process too.

Chuck R   May 22nd, 2008 9:57 am ET

This is like 2000 all over again. The guy that doesn't want all of the votes counted is going to just pretend he won the election. The Obama camp has learned every leason they could from Karl Rove.

rumpusgoopus   May 22nd, 2008 9:57 am ET

*Insert silly complaint about Obama's audacity, as well as an absurd diatribe about Florida and Michigan not being counted, here*

Angello   May 22nd, 2008 9:57 am ET

Well its about time, Obama should pick a older male or a female in my opinion. Anyone but Clinton would be a good pick for real change.

Jaci   May 22nd, 2008 9:57 am ET

I'm excited to see who he will select as his running mate.

Everyone realizes that it's over, except for Hillary and her followers.
They simply refuse to accept reality.
The are shocked and stunned that their candidate lost this nomination, playing old style politics.
We are so over it. It's time for change.

Fredi   May 22nd, 2008 9:58 am ET

Don't they say that, when you're dealing with an irrational person, rather than argue with her, it's sometimes best to ignore her …

Obama supporter   May 22nd, 2008 9:58 am ET

I hope he picks Kathleen Sebelius, Gov of Kansas. She is a woman I can respect.

marylee wagerman atlanta,ga   May 22nd, 2008 9:59 am ET

NO MORE CLINTONS

PLEASE DON'T PICK THAT MONSTER

Ellie in Aurora, CO   May 22nd, 2008 9:59 am ET

Please not Hillary! Please not Hillary!

A 54-year-old white woman proud to be an Obamabot!!!

joyce in arkansas   May 22nd, 2008 9:59 am ET

GREAT DAY IN AMERICAN

any one but hillary
nothing against her
but he is about change and new comers to the white house (which we need.)

hillary would be from the old school and would have to bring bill and all his baggage. we don't need
god bless the usa

No Way   May 22nd, 2008 10:00 am ET

Pick wisely. NO CLINTON!

ltd1974   May 22nd, 2008 10:00 am ET

About time. As we all know some of Hillary supporters will vote for Mccain or the third party. But hey! who cares, racist vote is not what America should stand for as a treat to Obama. Look were America is now because of stupid people. Hillary supports those votes in W. Virginia and Kentucky, and for those who stands for racist is a disease to America and mankind. I hope Obama has a strong VP

Go Obama 08′ 12

White middle aged woman for Obama   May 22nd, 2008 10:00 am ET

I just read an article from Time that Hillary may be dragging out this process so she'll be offered the vp spot, and Bill is really pushing for it. I sure hope not !
The last thing that Obama needs is to have the Clintons hanging around.
I think Hagle would be a good choice though.

Obama/Hagle 08

Cleavette Brown   May 22nd, 2008 10:00 am ET

Obama should quickly select John Edwards for V.P. Obama and Edwards could get us out of our current mess

Phil-Little Rock   May 22nd, 2008 10:00 am ET

How wonderful! The other night, his speech was the first step in leaving the Clintons behind. This is step 2. We're off to a good start!! Whatever you do, Sen. Obama, do NOT pick ANYONE named CLINTON!!! (Unless it's George Clinton from Parliament-Funkadelic)

HA HA HA!!

GO OBAMA 08!!!

alvin|   May 22nd, 2008 10:00 am ET

yep yep we're on our way to the white house

ted   May 22nd, 2008 10:00 am ET

So he's tacitly claiming victory in spite of the popular vote not being in his favor. Interesting but slimy.

Rose - Baltimore, MD   May 22nd, 2008 10:01 am ET

Great.

I have a question though for CNN. Why did you add a ghost super D for Clinton yesterday. She only had one add on and Obama had one as well. You guys reported that she had two and curiously enough the two have no names. The truth is that is was only one and that one is an add on. Please correct your records to 278 for Clinton. If you insist that you are telling the truth then at least give us their names.

YES WE CAN ! kissimmee, FL   May 22nd, 2008 10:01 am ET

Hmmmm… I say either Biden, Richardson or Pelosi for the vp spot..cant count Edwards since he's not interested.

OBAMA 08′/12′

Joe   May 22nd, 2008 10:01 am ET

Obama's looking for a VP while Clinton is looking for another way to lie, cheat, and hopefully steal the nomination. Good luck, Hillary! I'm afraid there's nothing left to do but cede to Obama. :)

chicago chris   May 22nd, 2008 10:01 am ET

oh gosh. what will the hillary fans say about this? "he's so arrogant b/c he's looking for a veep." ugh. i can imagine reading themnow… Face the facts, it's smart to start looking for a shortlist now so BO isn't scrambling when Hillary finally conceeds. Don't be so naive and think that Hillary doesn't have a shortlist in mind. Just because it doesn't get coverage doesn't mean it's not happening.

How about that HRC speech in FL yesterday? Nothing like groveling to the voters you helped disenfranchise by signing the pledge to not count them last year. Can we say "Please pay my 20 mil. in debt before I conceed?"

sophia nyc   May 22nd, 2008 10:01 am ET

Good!

He's such a breath of fresh air in the evil political world.

Allen, Lubbock, TX   May 22nd, 2008 10:02 am ET

Chris must be one of those diseffected HRC voters or scared Repubs? so who really cares what you think!

afraidNoMore   May 22nd, 2008 10:02 am ET

Anyone but Hillary.

Caroline   May 22nd, 2008 10:02 am ET

Anybody but HRH HRC!!!!

Realist in Maryland   May 22nd, 2008 10:02 am ET

Jim Webb. He was on Lou Dobbs last night and his new book is gerat.

He really works between party lines and his military service (Vietnam Vet) will help the Obama campaign compete with McCain's service record.

Obama/Webb '08

PRESIDENT OBAMA   May 22nd, 2008 10:03 am ET

PICK A WOMAN…ANY WOMAN…BUT CLINTON.

Marilyn   May 22nd, 2008 10:03 am ET

It doesn't matter who he picks. I'm a Democrat, but I still won't vote for him.

Ken   May 22nd, 2008 10:03 am ET

Obama Webb 2008

Webb is a strong, expirience war hero, father of a soldier, and he will help Obama start taking Southern states like Virginia and Georgia.

Go Obama!

AL   May 22nd, 2008 10:03 am ET

Just so long as Hillary Clinton is not on the "SERIOUS" list.

You can't advocate change with an old product (and I am not talking about her age!)

WOOHOO   May 22nd, 2008 10:03 am ET

OOO THIS IS EXCITING!!!
I would have to agree that Kathleen Sebelius is amazing! She would be great… but there are a few others that I would love to see there as well! Can't wait.

Pam   May 22nd, 2008 10:04 am ET

Kind of pompous and presumptuous, isn't he? Does nobody care that Obama has no national political track record whatsoever? He has not done anything noteworthy during his time as a senator, except run for president. And that has nothing to do with being a senator. I am a democrat, but if Obama wins the nomination, I don't know if I can vote for someone so inexperienced to be the leader of our country.

CWatson   May 22nd, 2008 10:05 am ET

Clearly, Hillary will be too busy with her quest this summer to count the Michigan votes she said wouldn't count to entertain the role.

Shirley Armstrong   May 22nd, 2008 10:05 am ET

QUIT TRYING TO GET HILLARY OUT YOU HAVE NOT WON YET
MAYBE YOU ARE AHEAD BUT THE RACE IS NOT OVER…yOU WILL NOT WIN THE GENERAL IN THE FALL HILLARY IS AHEAD IN ALL THE POLLS FOR THE FALL WHAT CAN YOU OFFER OBAMA. YOU HAVE NO EXPENCE YOU ONLY WON THE SENETE SEAT BY DEFAULT. YOU WERE ONLY IN THE SENETE FOR SUCH A SHORT TIME. YOU WILL DEVIDE THE COUNTRY MORE THEN IT IS NOW
AS MUCH AS I HATE TO SAY THIS EVEN BUSH WOULD BE BETTER THEN YOU

Jeanne, San Diego   May 22nd, 2008 10:05 am ET

He can't let the Clintons drag him down forever and needs to keep the process going. I'll be interested to see who he chooses.

ted   May 22nd, 2008 10:05 am ET

John King - what he screwed up Fannie Mae and picked VPs for Losing Tickets. - Good Choice Barack… David Archuletta's not doing anything. You should have picked him to help the process move forward - he'd be just as good and cheaper too and the kids love him…

afraidNoMore   May 22nd, 2008 10:05 am ET

I agree with the Pajama Pundit Jim Web or Sam Nun

Milwaukee for Obama   May 22nd, 2008 10:06 am ET

Pick Chelsea, she is ready to get into politics. She has 6 months experience campaigning and being the daughter of the former president ……..LOL

Eric   May 22nd, 2008 10:06 am ET

Richardson — has all the program management experience of HIllary, PLUS vast foreign / diplomatic experience PLUS the Hispanic vote. Best choice Obama could make!

martin   May 22nd, 2008 10:06 am ET

please do not pick hillary.she's still dividing the party,and is still campaigning negatively,with her sexist remarks,recently.bill is still lying about playing the race card.

Swiss in Canada   May 22nd, 2008 10:06 am ET

Kathleen Sebelius would look great on the ticket. And the women would (hopefully) like it.

Nowhere to go   May 22nd, 2008 10:06 am ET

Picking up Kennedy makes sense.

Joe in Pomona   May 22nd, 2008 10:06 am ET

Jim Webb!!!

(or Chuck Hagel… or Sebelius… ;)

MD   May 22nd, 2008 10:07 am ET

Whatever you do, DO NOT PICK HILLARY.

Erik B   May 22nd, 2008 10:07 am ET

Obama supporter May 22nd, 2008 9:58 am ET

I hope he picks Kathleen Sebelius, Gov of Kansas. She is a woman I can respect

____________________

I hope he picks her too

Mar   May 22nd, 2008 10:07 am ET

Yeah, Cleavette, good idea, then we will have 2 losers and they will lose, lose, lose. My vote will go to McCain anyway. Obama is a clown and Edwards is a BIG LOSER, could not even win his own state!! What a joke!

Kari   May 22nd, 2008 10:07 am ET

My pick is for Richardson. He's got experience on many domestic levels as well as foreign policy experience. The fact that he's Latino doesn't hurt either…

Glenn Doty, Columbia, SC   May 22nd, 2008 10:08 am ET

My first choice would be Kathleen Sebelius… I thought she would make the best choice for VP as soon as it was clear she was not considering running for president. this year.

That said, there are at least 30 extremely well qualified and capable women to fill that role.

I'm sure that most people understand that it will have to be a woman, and she will have to be white. Demographic reality.

That said - even without the demographic reality I still feel Sebelius is the best person for the job.

Zoey   May 22nd, 2008 10:08 am ET

KATHLEEN SELIBUS (GOV. OF KANSAS) FOR V.P. SHE IS A HUGE OBAMA SUPPORTER AND COULD DEFINITELY PICK UP ALOT OF WOMEN VOTERS AND RURAL VOTERS AS WELL.

JD   May 22nd, 2008 10:08 am ET

I like Richardson. He's already in the public eye, he's done amazing things in New Mexico, and he has pretty much all of the experience that Obama doesn't, which makes him an ideal candidate. Plus, you can't beat that beard.

mndem   May 22nd, 2008 10:08 am ET

Hagle all the way!

Paul   May 22nd, 2008 10:08 am ET

I concur,,,,,,HAGEL would be a the best if not, then Kathleen……I am SICK of HILLARY……and her SORE LOSER SUPPORTERS.

Noah   May 22nd, 2008 10:08 am ET

John Edwards, Sir for the good of the country, please agree to join the ticket.

tidho   May 22nd, 2008 10:08 am ET

I could see John Edwards, although I think he'll be Attourney General.

Jim Webb's background would be excellent against McCain too. Plus he seems like he'd be really good at the attach dog role the VP's play in general elections.

Mark Warner is my pick though. He's been a Governer (which is important when two Senators are running), isn't part of the 'old Washington' establishment but still has heavy military credentials, and he'll deliver a major state for Obama.

Rich   May 22nd, 2008 10:09 am ET

A little presumptive of him. Putting the cart before the horse.

HILLARY 08

Tom   May 22nd, 2008 10:09 am ET

I'm an Obama supporter, but why do so many of them feel the need to stab Hillary Clinton even when she is NOT a topic of conversation? I hope he picks her….i don't think he wins this general election without her.

sandra   May 22nd, 2008 10:09 am ET

Obama supporter May 22nd, 2008 9:58 am ET

I hope he picks Kathleen Sebelius, Gov of Kansas. She is a woman I can respect.

I agree with you. She is impressive.

sharon in NY   May 22nd, 2008 10:09 am ET

I hope it's someone with more experience than Obama has had or we'll be in big trouble in November! He, or Hillary, need stong tickets to move forward and pull this country out of the mess it is in now. The sad thing is that no matter which democrat is our president, fingers will be pointed at them after 4 years for still being in this economic mess we're in, and, even after 8 years (if they are re-elected), we'll still be in a mess. Bush has us so far in the hole that it's going to take more than 8 years to recoup!

INDEPENDENT VOTER   May 22nd, 2008 10:09 am ET

Yeah, I say Jim Webb. I'm going to get his book. I think he'll be an EXCELLENT COUNTER for whomever McCain picks!

checkthisout   May 22nd, 2008 10:09 am ET

He should return service to the person who did great favours for
him over the past 20 YEARS.

Rev. JEREMIAH WRIGHT !!!!

trellskig   May 22nd, 2008 10:10 am ET

YAHHH! I JUST HEARD THIS ON THE RADIO.

james   May 22nd, 2008 10:10 am ET

My vote goes to Hillary, whether she is on the ballot or not. I will write her in rather than place a vote for either McCain or Obama

Bridgette-PA   May 22nd, 2008 10:10 am ET

Not sure who he'll pick. I was thinking Nancy Pelosi or Kathleen Sebelius. My, my, my……what a job this will be!

OBAMA-08!

TREY   May 22nd, 2008 10:10 am ET

More than likely will be John Edwards

Jill in Chicago   May 22nd, 2008 10:10 am ET

This 38 year old female democrat will stay home if he chooses Sebilius. It is a slap to Hillary supporters' faces, if he chooses a female other than Hillary. Choose wisely, we are not going to be pacified by Sebilius.

Hillary 2012

Venus   May 22nd, 2008 10:10 am ET

YES!

We are moving on!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Without Hillary!

I hope it's Mr. Hagel - if not I hope Obama put him some where in his cabinet!

Ha,ha,ha,ha,ha,h! This is great! A rookie brings down the powerful Clintons and beat them at their own games!

Go Bam! We got a lot of work to do!

Bill Brown   May 22nd, 2008 10:10 am ET

I wonder if the white middle aged woman for Obama knows that Chuck Hagel is a Republican?

Obama will need someone who has the experience he lacks - in other words, almost anybody will be qualified.

Dave, NY   May 22nd, 2008 10:10 am ET

OBAMA/BIDEN!

Ed, Santa Fe NM   May 22nd, 2008 10:10 am ET

anyone but Hillary….. PLEASE

NO CLINTONS on the VP ticket. There is no way Bill would stay out of the way….

NO HILLARY

Matt from Georgia   May 22nd, 2008 10:11 am ET

Bill Richardson. John Edwards has already said no, and no point in picking someone from the South or the North East.

You might as well have a VP get you something, and Richardson pulls in the South West and Latino votes.

fred   May 22nd, 2008 10:11 am ET

LMAO…Obama is NEVER going to make it to the White House!!
Obama is a loser!!

Take it all the way to the convention Hillary!!

I hope Hillary is searching for a VP!!! She is the one that is going to have to find one…Obama is OUT!!!

No VP for Hillary   May 22nd, 2008 10:11 am ET

[Hillary Clinton] agreed that Michigan and Florida should be punished for moving up their primaries. Obama took his name off the ballot in deference to their agreement and the rules of the party. That he should now be punished for playing by the rules and she should be rewarded for skirting them is unconscionable.

I think she has now made it very important that Obama not ask her to be the veep. The way she is losing is so ugly, so feckless, so riddled with narcissism and pathology that this kind of person should never be a heartbeat away from the presidency.

Uncle Sam   May 22nd, 2008 10:11 am ET

Mr. Johnson previously helped Senators Mondale and Kerry?
I am sure that the third time will be the charm.

Americans for McCain '08

Wayne   May 22nd, 2008 10:11 am ET

I hope third time's the charm for Johnson. He hasn't picked a winner yet. Did he recommend Ferraro or was that Mondale's decision? I must admit that Edwards was a good pick. The loss in 2004 had more to do with Kerry. It should probably be someone from Ohio or Pennsylvania.

Josh   May 22nd, 2008 10:11 am ET

Obama/Webb!!!

Amy in Woodstock, NY   May 22nd, 2008 10:11 am ET

I will vote for Obama as long as Hillary is no where on the ticket.

I am a woman, and I approve this message.

INDEPENDENT VOTER   May 22nd, 2008 10:11 am ET

Marilyn: I don't know if you are a dem or not. But who in the HELL cares about who you'd vote for. Believe me my organization WILL put AL, LA & MS for sure on the map for Barack. Regardless if he gets PA, MI or FL. There's are NEW MAP and SHERIFF in town and his name is Barack Obama.

calif   May 22nd, 2008 10:12 am ET

hillary will be obama running mate

Zoey   May 22nd, 2008 10:12 am ET

KATHLEEN SEBELIUS (GOV. OF KANSAS) FOR V.P. SHE IS A HUGE OBAMA SUPPORTER AND COULD DEFINITELY PICK UP ALOT OF WOMEN VOTERS AND RURAL VOTERS AS WELL.

Chris from NY   May 22nd, 2008 10:12 am ET

I am an Obama supporter but isn't this a little early in the game? I know he has majority of the elected delegates but he's not reached the magic number yet. More so, if this guy has selected VPs for two presidential candidates that didn't win, why will Obama's camp think that he can do any better this time around? Just a suggestion.

Aneesh Shrikhande   May 22nd, 2008 10:12 am ET

1) Kathleen Sebelius

2) Jim Webb

3) Bill Richardson

CHANGE= Future Generation   May 22nd, 2008 10:12 am ET

HAGEL HAGEL HAGEL………………HAGEL HAGEL…………….END THIS WAR…

OR JIM WEBB.. GO VIRGINIA…. …

NOT HILLIARY NOT HILLIARY…

fafa   May 22nd, 2008 10:12 am ET

Can wait ti hear the news. How strategically it may sound right. HRC wont just help. You have choose somebody you are comfortable with. Obama will not be comfortable with HRC. Unfortunately.

He is very comfortable with Sebelius. I watched her endorsement of him in KANSAS. There was chemistry, good chemistry. Is that enough. I hope this guy doing process of VP does a better job this time.

My humble suggestions
Ed Rendell, K.Sebelius.. Hagel. Michele obama. And lastly my humble self.

Oracle99   May 22nd, 2008 10:12 am ET

Obama /Webb 08

tango   May 22nd, 2008 10:12 am ET

Good for him. Hillary should be ignored.

Kim - Nebraska   May 22nd, 2008 10:12 am ET

My dream team idea would be Obama/Hagle. Chuck Hagle is still a Republican but has taken many a stand against Republican supported issues. Would certainly help to clinch the GE in November. Split ticket, anyone?

sue   May 22nd, 2008 10:12 am ET

DO NOT PICK HILLARY!! OBAMA DOESN"T NEED THE CLINTON'S BREATHING DOWN HIS NECK DURING HIS PRESIDENCY!!! TAKE HEED…………

People are you listening   May 22nd, 2008 10:12 am ET

Whether you like Obama or not, one thing is for sure. He is an excellent executive and manager. This is just another example. He doesn't wait til the last minute to begin the vetting process. That's all this is nothing more. If he is the nominee he is going to make sure he knows every potential problem there is to have. He managed money, strategy, and campaign flawlessly. If he runs the country like his campaign, America will be in good shape.

CL OT   May 22nd, 2008 10:12 am ET

To beat McCain he would need to select Jesus as VP. But I don't think he would accept.

Before you blog   May 22nd, 2008 10:12 am ET

Nothing is stopping Hillary from launching a VP search, too, if she believes she can win. McCain has already started his, and if he names a running mate, that's a full ticket to campaign against the Democratic nominee before the Democratic primaries have even concluded. The Democrats cannot afford to sit back and wait until everyone is happy (which isn't going to happen anyway) before they start acting like contenders for the White House.

Nowhere to go   May 22nd, 2008 10:12 am ET

Let me tell you something.

Obama supporters are as stupid as Clinton supporters.

Do you get it?

Americans are stupit at best. Your conutly is sinking…..

Go China and India!!

Latinos for Obama   May 22nd, 2008 10:13 am ET

Bill Richardson for VP.

Latinos voting + Black voting = more votes than all whites combined and Obama will easily win.

Obama / Richardson could make history as the first Black President and first Latino Vicepresident.

Si se puede!

Obama/ Richardson 08

Disgruntled Democrat   May 22nd, 2008 10:13 am ET

Obama, you can pick any VP you want… I'm still not voting for you, not even if begs all us . You'll never have what it takes to be President of this country.

Anonymous   May 22nd, 2008 10:13 am ET

Sebelius or Webb - VP

Biden - Sec. of State
Edwards - Sec. of Labor
Gen. Clark - Sec. of Defense
Bloomberg - Sec. of Treasury

Bill Clinton - Supreme Court

wycliffe, NJ   May 22nd, 2008 10:13 am ET

I need a Job, and that is a great offer considering the current economy.
It is a secure job…please give me a call.

CNN you can be my agency. Please, please contact Obama on my behalf.

I want the Job unlike the politicians who are playing around with the words.

I will serve America will all of my heart.

OBAMA/WYCLIFFE 08

Michelle   May 22nd, 2008 10:13 am ET

I don't care who he picks. This Democrat is voting for McCain if Obama is the nominee.

Gwen NC   May 22nd, 2008 10:13 am ET

It won't matter because he's going to lose so much of the vote, people still don't understand the sound reasoning that has gone into supporting Hillary by her voters and the more the DNC continues to ignore it, the more they risk losing in November. I will only vote for Hillary and I will not vote if she is the VP I will still write her in, we don't vote for VP's we vote for President.s He would still be in charge and he's not qualified to do so. It's like hiring the intern to do the Director's job. Not with my vote.

R1100RT in VA   May 22nd, 2008 10:13 am ET

#1 - Jim Webb
#2 - Chuck Hagel

These guys would obliterate anybody McCain chooses for VP — and McCain himself.

Somebody said Hillary for Supreme Court? LOL! Hillary lies enough to be a good lawyer, but she lies too much to qualify for any public office (except in New York).

desertique   May 22nd, 2008 10:13 am ET

NO CLINTON.
NO HILLARY

Abina   May 22nd, 2008 10:13 am ET

Hillary is done!!!!!!!!

GO OBAMA   May 22nd, 2008 10:13 am ET

The real loser is you Chris….time to take your narrowminded views to the side thats going to change the country

PRESIDENT OBAMA   May 22nd, 2008 10:13 am ET

TO: Marilyn May 22nd, 2008 10:03 am ET

It doesn't matter who he picks. I'm a Democrat, but I still won't vote for him.
THEN WHY ARE YOU WASTING YOUR TIME WITH THIS POST??? GET OVER YOURSELF. YOU ARE NOT AS IMPORTANT AS YOU THINK MARILYN.

Rose - Baltimore, MD   May 22nd, 2008 10:14 am ET

Just do not pick Hillary. I'll still vote for you come Nov (and you are going to be president) if you do pick her but I will be crying as I vote.

watchful   May 22nd, 2008 10:14 am ET

Hey Chris,

In case you hadn't noticed - Obama is winning. It is pretty clear who the loser is!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

MelissaMinneapolis   May 22nd, 2008 10:14 am ET

Edwards already said no way. I'm thinking Edwards AG and Clinton Sec of HHS. Jim Webb shoots his mouth off a little much (I like him, but he could be a liability).

I think Kansas gov. could be good for older, white women. Nunn or Hagel for the foreign policy experience.

Also, this is not disrespectful of the process or Senator Clinton. Those of us who plan ahead knowing there are no certainties are those who tend to get more done.

jay nyc   May 22nd, 2008 10:14 am ET

PAM- you sound SO BITTER! Get over yourself- Barack has won this so far by playing byt he rules established by the DNC and winning over voters of all different races. I think Edwards would make a agreat VP but Obama should also consider someone like Jim Webb (military credentials) or Kathleen Sebelius (Midwest Votes/Female Votes) —but I will respect whatever decision he makes. I can't wait to read, hear, and say President OBAMA!

Jake   May 22nd, 2008 10:14 am ET

Sam Nunn would make an excellent choice.

Nausea   May 22nd, 2008 10:14 am ET

For the love of God PLEASE do NOT pick Hillary, we want you to lose in November you arrogant fraud!

Stephy   May 22nd, 2008 10:14 am ET

Two words: Kathleen Sebelius

R.T.   May 22nd, 2008 10:14 am ET

Break out Michael Dukkakis out of mothballs. We could call it the Ultra Liberal Dream Team Ticket.

hjd   May 22nd, 2008 10:14 am ET

This shows how arrogant Obama is? He is not the nominee yet!

J   May 22nd, 2008 10:14 am ET

No Edwards, No Clinton! Kathleen Sebelius or Wesley Clark!

Regina   May 22nd, 2008 10:14 am ET

Way to go Obama!
Keep up the good work!

Steph   May 22nd, 2008 10:14 am ET

Please no Hillary. That will be a big mistake because not only will you be selecting her but her Bill too.
We trust that Obama will choose the best V.P. And I know whomever he choses beside Hillary will be a very good one no doubt.

Griffiths   May 22nd, 2008 10:14 am ET

Obama needs someone that Clinton's supporters will like, and while this doesn’t necessitate a woman he does have plenty of good female choices: Maria Cantwell, Janet Napolitano, Kathleen Sebelius . . . I'd suggest Kristie Kenney but she'd probably make a better Secretary of State. Napolitano would be particularly interesting against McCain, but Obama might want to avoid that friction.

Anonymous   May 22nd, 2008 10:14 am ET

Give it up, Pam. Take a deep breath. Let it go. It's over. It'll be o.k.

New Day   May 22nd, 2008 10:15 am ET

Obama/New Day '08

Ding   May 22nd, 2008 10:15 am ET

Well…barack i think you should try making clinton feel she's not lost and you'd better offer the spot to her..
But.but.but…i fear she will not go well with him..imagine a vindictive republican offering help to obama..will she be like that??

scott   May 22nd, 2008 10:15 am ET

he has gotten less than half of all votes cast for dems. He would be a very smart man to choose the one who has gotton the other 50%+, thats the way to get my vote

PCB   May 22nd, 2008 10:15 am ET

No one had more experience than BUSH and his advisers. That worked out so well.

Also, Hillary has been an elected official for less time than Obama.

Being first lady and a corporate layer for walmart don't count toward relevant experience.

Watching every move   May 22nd, 2008 10:15 am ET

Chuck Hagel would be a good veep but whoever Obama chooses, he will use his instincts and the God's will to guide him.

NJTd   May 22nd, 2008 10:15 am ET

If Obama doesn't pick a female as his VP, he'll lose. He can't even begin to think he is going to win if he can't get women who voted for Hillary on his side, not to mention those "pesky" blue collar voters. BTW, he'g gone back to the stadium settings again, igonoring the rural areas. Did it work for Kerry or Dukakis?

The O   May 22nd, 2008 10:15 am ET

Kathleen Sebelius I say. Great women Great choice. this is a women of great character. honesty and Integrety. she is an absolute
Sweet Heart…. I listen to her speak and this would be a powerful ticket…..

OBAMA / SEBELIUS 08

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

Mark   May 22nd, 2008 10:16 am ET

Bill Richardson would bring extensive foreign affairs experience, & would help with Latino & Western votes, which are critical for Obama. He also has the executive experience as a governor.

Stephy   May 22nd, 2008 10:16 am ET

I am scared of republicans: Chuck Hagel scares me…although I think he would be fine (not the best choice though)

Carol   May 22nd, 2008 10:16 am ET

JOHN EDWARDS,WHAT A TEAM !!!!!!!!!!!!!! THAT WAS EASY

Ryan   May 22nd, 2008 10:16 am ET

Stop calling for John Edwards. While I agree he would be a good choice, he has repeatedly said over and over that he has no interest in the position. Obama needs somebody that can win over the Appalachian region, the kind of voters who are not ready for a black president, even though Obama is 50% white.

jaylo   May 22nd, 2008 10:16 am ET

Excuse me but he is NOT the nominee. I have never heard of anyone pretending he is the nominee before it actually happened. I guess he wants to alienate Clinton supporters even more than he already has.
What a poseur.

Mindy, NC   May 22nd, 2008 10:16 am ET

Too early to say it.

Marvin   May 22nd, 2008 10:16 am ET

Its odd to that Clinton supporters always refer to Obama's lack of national experience..Bill Clinton was the governor of Arkansas before he became president and that seemed to work out well.

Edwards for VP!

White Republican Texas Guy for Obama   May 22nd, 2008 10:16 am ET

It won't happen, but I'd love to see Colin Powell as his VP.

ILuvObama   May 22nd, 2008 10:16 am ET

No to Hillary as Veep
John Edwards already said he wouldn't take it.

I am sure he will pick the right person. I trust him and he has run an excellent campaign and made good decisions to this point. I am sure he will do this same with this choice.

Just please…say NO to Hillary!!!

We need to warp this up and come together….or we WILL loose in the Fall. We can't take this to the convention in August!!!!

Chuck   May 22nd, 2008 10:17 am ET

Way to go, Barack! Let the VP selection begin, regardless of what Hillary may say that "it's not over yet." Obviously she still feels like the American electorate owes her the nomination and that she deserves it more than you. it's over for her and we all know it, even many of her supporters.

Good luck and success in your nomination and in finding your choice of Vice-President of the United State of America.

Nathan maddox   May 22nd, 2008 10:17 am ET

Obama has alot of young republicans working for him okay people brillant and also people who secretly have ties who work for mccain thats why obama's camp is so organized and updated on everything.

I wouldn't be surprised if he beats mccain.

Miriam   May 22nd, 2008 10:17 am ET

John Edwards would be great but he has said that he will not run for
any position. He probably wants to spend time with his wife who has cancer.

White female voter   May 22nd, 2008 10:17 am ET

Anyone but Hillary, she would be a liability.

rRobert   May 22nd, 2008 10:17 am ET

Webb has already said he won't be Obama's VP. Of course that could change. Edwards makes sense as well.

patti   May 22nd, 2008 10:17 am ET

Democrats who won't vote for Obama are either stupid or racist. There is very little difference in the policy proposals of Clinton and Obama. There is a WORLD

Cheryl, Baltimore   May 22nd, 2008 10:17 am ET

Edwards wont garner Obama enough votes. He hasn't been able to energize democratic voters, let alone moderate republicans. Jim Webb is too inexperienced and is virtually unknown. Having an inexperienced Pres and an inexperienced VP is not a winning combo. We are in economic hard times right now and our place as a global leader has been severely weakened. We need to get serious and stop making this process a popularity contest. We can't afford to pick the best person based on race or gender. We need experienced change agents. Obama needs to pick someone with an impressive resume of effecting positive change on a national (not state) level. He needs someone with the credentials he currently lacks.

Vernon   May 22nd, 2008 10:18 am ET

When I hear Hillary supporters who say they won't vote for Obama in the general election….I'm thinking that they would rather continue having our young men and woman die in a senseless war than to vote for change!!A vote for McCain is a vote for war you idiots!!……Obama/Edwards 08′

BettiH, Indianapolis, IN.   May 22nd, 2008 10:18 am ET

Anybody but Clinton.

Bratt   May 22nd, 2008 10:18 am ET

NO CLINTON ON THE TICKET!!! Anybody else is welcome!! Go Barack, go ! The only way you can lose in November is having HRC, the liar, the evil as a running mate!

GC from Virginia   May 22nd, 2008 10:18 am ET

Pam - Neither did Abraham Lincoln. His story and Obama's are very similar. Neither did Bill Clinton, he had only served in Arkansas' state government.

I think we can all agree that having a "national political track record" hasn't served the current administration very well. It really should not be the measuring stick.

Make this end   May 22nd, 2008 10:18 am ET

I think Webb is a great choice, or maybe Sebilius.

And by the way, if Sen. Clinton is so bent out of shape about Florida and Michigan counting, where was she all those months ago when the decision was made (including by those on her own campaign staff) to not certify the votes and strip them of delegates? If she truly cared and feared a repeat of 2000, why wasn't she yelling and screaming to the Miami Herald and Grand Rapids Press?

Oh, that's right, she didn't think she'd need them…

Bill   May 22nd, 2008 10:18 am ET

Don't you think it is premature. Not all the states have voted and Fl and MI haven't been decided along with you even being the nominee.

Nothing worse then a snop such as Obama.

It sure will be funny when Hillary kicks your rear end in the next constest and takes the nomination.

South Carolina   May 22nd, 2008 10:18 am ET

It dosent metter who he picks. He still will be a loser.

He needs to pick up his toys and go play at home with Michelle.
Both of them are nuts !

ERIC   May 22nd, 2008 10:18 am ET

OBAMA-HAGEL. 08 Chuck Hagel is anti-Iraq War , and anti-bush Republican. He is very well versed in foreign affairs.

Tracy---Indianapolis, IN   May 22nd, 2008 10:18 am ET

Marilyn

If you are a democrat, you are a poor excuse for one!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Obama 08

Christi   May 22nd, 2008 10:19 am ET

Clinton for VP - I can't believe I'm saying it!! But I think it is the fair and logical choice. It will be an unbeatable ticket. And let's face it - except for Foreign policy, they share almost identical positions.

I've lost a lot of respect for her. But I'm a realist - and I want the dems to win.

KASHINDI FROM SA   May 22nd, 2008 10:19 am ET

IT CAN BE WISE FOR OBAMA TO PICK HILLARY FOR PRESIDENT ONCE HE BECOMES THE DEMOCRAT IF HE WANT TO POTRAY HIMSELF AS UNIFYING LEADER AND IF HE WANT TO MAKE AMERICANS BELIEVE IN A WHAT I CALL AS SOUTH AFRICAN A RAINBOW NATION.

Tom   May 22nd, 2008 10:19 am ET

Jim Webb seems to be the top - Great leader with military background
Edwards is good on his team but not VP
Hillary has way to much dirt the GOP will use - and America needs a change - Let alone having Bill in the background

Farrell, Houston, Tx   May 22nd, 2008 10:19 am ET

JIM WEBB, HARRY REID, JOHN EDWARDS, JOE BIDEN, CHUCK HAGEL, BILL RICHARDSON, BILL GATES. THE DEMOCRATS HAVE SUCH A WIDE FIELD TO CHOSE FROM UNLIKE JOHN MCCAIN'S BUSH CLONES.

dc   May 22nd, 2008 10:19 am ET

the iletist and eggheads in the democratic party make guy head full of him self i fell sad his out of control

prince   May 22nd, 2008 10:19 am ET

MAY GOD ALMIGHTY SHOW YOU ; WHO TO CHOOSE ASK V :P PRAY VERY WELL BEFORE YOU MAKE A CHOICE: GO OBAMA O8

joe m   May 22nd, 2008 10:19 am ET

it would demonstrate obama's committment to working together if he chooses a republican as his VP. dems might not like the idea, but if the person is qualified and able to help end the gridlock, then the choice will be good for the country.

Lorna, NY   May 22nd, 2008 10:19 am ET

Claire McKaskel from Missouri would be perfect. She is always out there defending him and pushing his cause. it would satisfy the women that are backing Clinton.
Please, please don't pick Hillary….Any other woman!

J Deeter   May 22nd, 2008 10:19 am ET

If McCain picks the Gov of FL or LA, Obama is going to be in a pickle. Obama needs a strong Gov of a swing state by his side. If he doesn't ask Hillary (which I think he should), then he would be BEST served by choosing the Bayh of Indiana….he has to address and combat the inherent racism in rural America whatever he does. Bayh would go a long way towards doing that….

Truth   May 22nd, 2008 10:19 am ET

Kathleen Sebelius…Kathleen Sebelius…Kathleen Sebelius

Ivory   May 22nd, 2008 10:20 am ET

Bill Richardson would give him the foreign policy experience, help with the Hispanic vote and put pressure on McCain in the Southwest. Forget about the goober vote - they won't vote for Obama no matter who he chooses.

Out of towner   May 22nd, 2008 10:20 am ET

He should pick John McCain. That would really mess people up.

Moby   May 22nd, 2008 10:20 am ET

Obama Obama Obama…BARACK OBAMA right..
I'm trying to get used to the name we're going to hear in the next eight years…
Clinton ! Who ???? Oh is Monica still out there??

Anonymous   May 22nd, 2008 10:20 am ET

No Hagel. I don't want any Republican, no matter haw blue, anywhere near the next administration.

GERALD STROTHER   May 22nd, 2008 10:20 am ET

For you Clinton voters, you got beat fair and square. All you are doing is destroying the Party and be asured that John McCain will be the next President. I didn’t vote for Hillary but if she beats Obama in a fair contest, follows the rules ,you will beat I would vote for her. So here it is, if Hillary voters that got beat fair & square, and can not support Obama because he won by following the rules, then ya’ll have succeeded and destroyed the Demo Party and John will be the next President. Sad situation isn’t it!???!!!

Ted   May 22nd, 2008 10:20 am ET

I am a Democrat but, I have reservations about Obama, I think he is a academic snob, not in line for what the Democratic Party stands for.the ordinary folks. I may sit this one out.

Mike in Scranton, PA   May 22nd, 2008 10:20 am ET

Who cares. I'm a lifelong Democrat, as are the rest of my family. After this sham of a primary, we will all be voting for McCain this fall. In fact, now that I've witnessed just how undemocratic the Democratic Party can be, I'm not sure I'll want anything to do with it for quite some time. At least the Republicans are honest about their positions. This selective moral outrage and race-baiting that the Democratic Party has engaged in this primary has me beyond peeved. I finally see now what the GOP has warned about for years re: playing identity politics. Look at what it has gotten us as "our" likely nominee due to total gamesmanship: someone with the thinnest resume yet who is wholly unqualified to run this country — and all at a time when this country needs more than ever someone with the leadership and experience to steer this ship right. And that is NOT Barack (waaah-waaaah; they are picking me) "Present" Obama.

Billion   May 22nd, 2008 10:21 am ET

You people who claim Obama is in inexperienced, are just plain stupid - its the best way i can put it.

bush was an 'experienced' politician, former governor or Texas, and look what he did to the US. Because of bush's 'experience', as a Canadian we are paying $1.30 a litre at the pump (nearly $5 a gallon). How you ask? because the US economy and the strength of the American dollar affects everyone world wide, especially since the dollar is so weak and it is the main trading currency for oil.

So if you guys are taking about experience, think different! this experience has done oh so well in the US for the past 7 years …

OBAMA 08 - win it Barack

Fitz   May 22nd, 2008 10:21 am ET

I love these posters that claim "I'm a democrat" but I won't vote for Obama. LOL

PUH-LEEZE

Keep posting everyday, see if it really makes a difference. A notebook can run against McInsane now and win. With the repugnicans ruining the country on GW's orders, C'mon. If you are intelligent and alive you know Mcinsane in bad news.

Mike, NJ   May 22nd, 2008 10:21 am ET

Chuck R,

Obama should look ahead because if you've been paying attention, which apparently you haven't, there is no way the numbers can add up for Clinton. Not only is the race over, it's been over for weeks now, but Clinton won't bow out and is determined to divide the party to make her point.

And not only is she hurting the party, she is hurting her chances for anything in the future. People will not forget how she campaigned this time around.

Obama '08

Moody   May 22nd, 2008 10:21 am ET

Hillary obviously.

No matter what you naysayers spout… They would be unbeatable.

Linda   May 22nd, 2008 10:21 am ET

It does not matter who he picks. The Republicans are going to win this one. This whole Obama thing is a conspiracy for us to lose, and we fell for it. What policies does this man have waiting for us? Beides CHANGE.. anyone ever listen to what he says it is vague. Maybe oprah will be his runing mate

Steve O   May 22nd, 2008 10:21 am ET

This is the guy who fought hard not to let Florida and Michigan re-vote an d today i here Obama saying we need to seat al lhe delegates form both Florida and michigan is this guy the biggest liar, Im all for votes counting in this Country. Obama is going to really open everyones eyes in November, he is gauranted to fail

Sean   May 22nd, 2008 10:21 am ET

Pam, you can't be serious! Hilary is no better. With all of her "White House experience" and bedside chats with the former president she had to be one of the most informed Senators when it came time to vote for the Iraq war, yet she still (knowingly?) made the wrong choice. To this day she denies the fact that mathematically she can't win. Hmmm… denies facts to believe what she wants to believe…. sounds like she'd be another retard in the White House!

I'll take my chances with Obama!

BuffaloPope   May 22nd, 2008 10:21 am ET

Webb and Hagel are fine suggestions, but I hope he picks Joe Biden- 35 years in the Senate, a master of foreign policy, and a rare combination of gravitas, know-how, and charisma. And with his Rust Belt background from Scranton and Syracuse, he can get the votes that Obama needs to win, and allay fears of inexperience.

pb   May 22nd, 2008 10:21 am ET

To all the Hilary supports and democrats that will not vote for Obama. Listen I am not an Obama supporter, but the facts are the facts!! Three new justices will be names to the Supreme Court over the next 4 years, ask yourself –do we want McCain to roll back Roe-vs.-Wade — and a women's right to choose what happens to their body. This is SERIOUS people –it is no time for hurt feeling!!! GET OVER IT –I AM!! I DON'T WANT to pay $10 a gallon for gas. TOO MUCH is at stake!!

Signed,
A Hillary supporter but a REALIST 1st

Bill in Illinois   May 22nd, 2008 10:21 am ET

Kathleen Sebelius - unlike Hillary you can believe what she says. A very poised and articulate lady, I believe that she would be a highly respected addition to any ticket.

Kay-Arizona   May 22nd, 2008 10:22 am ET

Hi has pushed this entire election in an attempt to shove Hillary to the side and make us believe this election process is somewhere its not.
Someone told me "thats politics". I would think the CNN would be smart enough to know the difference between what is NEWS

Just say no to McBush   May 22nd, 2008 10:22 am ET

Governor Kathleen Sebelius would be a excellent choice. I think that she would be viewed as a kinder, gentler version of Sillary.

Matt   May 22nd, 2008 10:22 am ET

Jim Webb is an amazing man with a long senate carreer ahead. He is the real straight talk express and will do wonders in the Senate. He could be a future president as well. Please, as good as he would be as VP do not pick him. Give Hillary the AG spot or a supreme court nod. Edwards, Hagel, or Wesley Clark for VP.

NAMANDE MA - NO OBAMA/CLINTON TICKET   May 22nd, 2008 10:22 am ET

I AM A DIE HARD CLINTON SUPPORTER WHO WOULD NOT LIKE TO SEE HER IN THE #2 POSITION. I WANT TO SEE HER GET TO THE FINISH LINE - WHATEVER THE OUTCOME WILL BE AND BOW OUT OR BECOME PRESIDENT!!

SHE IS SMART AND SHE WOULD HAVE MADE THE BEST PRESIDENT BUT IT IS UNLIKELY TO HAPPEN THIS TIME AROUND! OBAMA CAN CHOOSE WHOEVER. I DON'T CARE AT THIS POINT

NY for Hillary   May 22nd, 2008 10:22 am ET

Hillary or the Woman from Kansas, we still need to make history here folks. Everyone is about change but Hagel and Webb still rep. old politics

Jro   May 22nd, 2008 10:22 am ET

Hey Obama how about your Michelle ??

Jack, Chapel Hill, NC   May 22nd, 2008 10:22 am ET

I do not believe this is too early. Barack needs to really plan ahead. Very exciting for America and the rest of the World.

Obama '08

Super Democrat   May 22nd, 2008 10:22 am ET

What kind of track record did Bush have before he was elected?

Look at the mess our country is in now! Our economy is in shambles and the working poor are now even poorer. They have no health care, can't feed their children and can hardly afford the gas it takes to get them to their minimum wage jobs.

Just say you don't want to vote for Obama because he is not white and be done with it. But you have to know that anyone will do a better job then Bush or McBush.

Tiffany   May 22nd, 2008 10:22 am ET

Marilyn,
Are you informed of the current issues that plague out country? Are you one of the Democrats that didn't cote in 2004 because Kerry was a flip-flopper. Or maybe you were one of the people that fell for the argument that gays don't deserve the same rights as married couples. Either way do you really want to contribute to the further decline of our great nation. If so…keep up the good work. We matter. How we vote makes the difference. Don't base your precious vote on emotions that can cripple both you and our nation.
VOTE FOR CHANGE
Obama '08

James   May 22nd, 2008 10:22 am ET

Hillary is also looking at her VP choices so not so fast buster!

J Deeter   May 22nd, 2008 10:22 am ET

I keep reading comments like Pam's about Obama's inexperience. But, what experience does Clinton have? Does being someone's spouse provide OJT? If I were married to a heart surgeon, would that provide me with experience being a Dr.?

Obama has as much experience as Abraham Lincoln. It's about character and trustworthiness. Pam, can you really say that you "trust" Hillary Clinton? If so, you are in the minority. How can American's vote for someone they (in almost every poll) say they can't trust? That makes NO sense to me…none, whatsoever.

Reality Check   May 22nd, 2008 10:22 am ET

You better pick Webb.

Les-Wa   May 22nd, 2008 10:23 am ET

Obama should declare his self President now, what an arrogant nincompoop! He's a legend in his own mind.

Jane   May 22nd, 2008 10:23 am ET

(IF) OBAMA WINS; ALL SENATOR HILLARY'S SUPPORTERS —SHOULD WRITE A VOTE- IN FOR HER ON THE PRESIDENTIAL ELECTION BALLOT. GO HILLARY!

Collin   May 22nd, 2008 10:23 am ET

Webb or Hagel…sure winner in Nov.

Clinton/McCain   May 22nd, 2008 10:23 am ET

Too bad Obama will not be the nominee, so it might be a waste of time for him. lol

Charles   May 22nd, 2008 10:23 am ET

I hope he picks a woman either a govenor (Kansas) or former govenor or former senator.

Jose'   May 22nd, 2008 10:23 am ET

Why bother?

You can't win anyway.

Ruben Regan   May 22nd, 2008 10:23 am ET

Kathleen Sebelius

nuff said

NoMcSame   May 22nd, 2008 10:23 am ET

No Hillary because she does not know how to follow rules. We need honest people in the White Houes this time. Change is what we want. How can we teach our kids to follow rules but the president won't. She keeps moving the goal post. All of you racist you can vote McSame but we will still win this thing just to keep you from blowing off you own foot. We are here to help you see things through normal people eyes, not the closed eyes of your racist past.
Anybody but Clinton.
Obama08

Joshua College Station TX   May 22nd, 2008 10:23 am ET

Obama needs to pick someone with name recognition and star power, but someone he can trust, who won't overshadow him or try to work against him.

I wish Edwards were interested. He would be super. Biden has the right kind of energy, but he tends to stick his foot in his own mouth at the most inopportune moments. Dodd might be good, but won't help Obama pick up rural white folks. I don't know what Napolitano or Sebelius or McCaskill would be like. If Obama picked one of them or Jim Webb or Sam Nunn or Tim Kaine, I don't know if voters will have enough time to get to know that person, because the time is getting short with the Democratic race dragging on and on so long.

As long as its not Hillary   May 22nd, 2008 10:23 am ET

Moving forward w/o Hillary in mind. You go Barack. Handle your business.

Obama 08′

Bobby   May 22nd, 2008 10:23 am ET

As I read the blogs from other articles, I cannot believe that Obama wants to comprimise about the MI/FL vote. I understand that their states votes will affect the general election, but HE was not on the ballot due to DNC RULES! This is why I am An OBAMA supporter! He is a good man and will listen to the will of the people and not indulge in selfish behaviors! I hope that OBAMA picks a running mate that has the same drive, understanding and willing to makes the neccesary changes needed to make this country great again!!!!!!

Remember people the world is watching!!!!!!

OBAMA/HAGEL,WEBB or Richadson 2008

Sebastian   May 22nd, 2008 10:23 am ET

Looking for you to run to the middle now Mr. Obama and pick your running mate with that in mind

Timber   May 22nd, 2008 10:23 am ET

So I guess the votes from the remaining states and PR don't matter?! Why bother wasting money having them then. Let us just let Iowa decide every 4 years and screw the rest of us. Some democrat he is. He is a worst phony than George Bush. For the first time in my life I am ashamed to be a Democrat. This primary season nauseated me in the way the media gave Obama a free ride, while treating Clinton harshly. I am definately demoralized with this election process. I will not vote for Obama, just have to decide if I should stay at home or vote for McCain.

bino   May 22nd, 2008 10:23 am ET

anyone, but hillarious…

Debbie   May 22nd, 2008 10:24 am ET

Doesn't matter who he gets, I would not vote for Obama if he was the only thing running for President. This is a 100% true statement. My husband, daughter and son will never vote for Obama.

Hillary for President

DAN   May 22nd, 2008 10:24 am ET

Don't matter when you'll never be president.

T   May 22nd, 2008 10:24 am ET

Here's a good idea. Use the same guy who worked for Kerry and Mondale. They were so successful that it makes sense!

Rus in St. Paul, MN   May 22nd, 2008 10:24 am ET

FL and MI will be seated, Obama will get the Uncommitted vote of MI, and he'll still have an insurmountable lead. It's good he's moving on, the party needs to move on and not keep pouring salt into this wound and adding to the divide happening within the party.

Jan   May 22nd, 2008 10:24 am ET

I am sure Hillary has some people in mind, as well, and I hope it is not Senator Obama

james from brooklyn   May 22nd, 2008 10:24 am ET

let's go Mr. President……it's about time.

elmerg   May 22nd, 2008 10:25 am ET

Obama/Sebelius
Obama/Richardson
Obama/Hagel

Either combo will send McBush packing to one of his eight trophy homes.

MD   May 22nd, 2008 10:25 am ET

Need to pick someone with more economic, domestic and foreign policy experience and vision than Obama has. Best start with 8th graders and work your way up.

CN, Florida   May 22nd, 2008 10:25 am ET

Kathleen Sebelius, she is a woman, so that will help with women angry at Clinton's loss, and she knows the economy very well since she is doing a wonderfull job in Kansas. Edwards can have the Dept. of labor and to make peace with the Clintons I would ask Hillary to work on the Health Dept.

White Female Democrat in PA   May 22nd, 2008 10:25 am ET

I like either Hagel or Gov Kathleen Sebelius of Kansas. John Edwards would be good for Attorney General. HIllary should have been a nurse in another life. If she is offered anything out of pity it should only be Secretary of Health and Human Services.
Obama/Sebelius '08 and '12

Les-Wa   May 22nd, 2008 10:25 am ET

Hillary Clinton ALL the way!!!! We don't want ON THE JOB TRAINING President. Obama is full of contradictions, his words are in COLLISION COURSE!

T   May 22nd, 2008 10:25 am ET

Oh, and I like change. The sign says it's time for it.

Brian   May 22nd, 2008 10:25 am ET

Chuck R: Stop whining - BOTH Hillary and Obama agreed to the rules on disregarding FL and MI because FL and MI broke the party rules!

I was thinking he should nominate Wesley Clark!

F,M. - Orlando   May 22nd, 2008 10:25 am ET

Obama / Hagel 08 The winning ticket!!!!

Michael   May 22nd, 2008 10:25 am ET

Anybody but Hillary.

Kay-Arizona   May 22nd, 2008 10:26 am ET

He has pushed this entire election in an attempt to shove Hillary to the side and make us believe this election process is somewhere its not.
Someone told me "thats politics". I would think the CNN would be smart enough to know the difference between what is NEWS and what is not news. I no longer view CNN as a "news agency" and Im sure there are others that feel the same.

Won't Vote   May 22nd, 2008 10:26 am ET

Marilyn you are not a Democrat if you won't vote for Obama…You sound more like a Republican in disguise to me….

DEMOCRATS UNITE!!!   May 22nd, 2008 10:26 am ET

ALRIGHT! AT FIRST I WANTED HILLARY AS HIS V.P., BUT AS OF LATELY, I JUST DON'T KNOW HOW MUCH OF HER I CAN TAKE. BUT IT REALLY DOESN'T MATTER, AS LONG AS "McBUSH" DOESN'T GET INTO THE WHITE HOUSE!

repub 08   May 22nd, 2008 10:26 am ET

It amuses me to see the 'educated' Obama supporters continue to attack Hillary and drive her supporters over to the smart side.

Keep up the good work :)

JS   May 22nd, 2008 10:26 am ET

I think McCain and Obama should just partner up and be done with it. Afterall, McCain only wants it for 4 years and they both are pretty liberal. Not to mention the fact that Obama has treated McCain a heck of a lot nicer than Hillary Clinton.

dc