i love them both, Sen. Obama and Sen.Kennedy.

god bless you both.

Respect and admiration abound ! ! !

Good for Obama we need to remeber Ted that edorsed Obama!

Those kids are in for a real treat, having Senator Obama as their commencement speaker….

What a great honor. I'm sure the students will love it. Unfortuantly it came about under sad conditions.

Isn't that what Obama is all about, being there for a friend and for America………..

Go Obama!! That's how democrats need to support each other! Just another admirable quality. Such is the greatness of Obama!

This will be a wonderful moment for Wesleyan and is a really nice gesture on the part of Obama. THank you !

oh wow hillary's alma mater…interesting

Oh for God's sake! When did Obama become Ted Kennedy's new best friend? Please.

Wow! What great men!!!

Democrat '08

Good move! How symbolic is this!

He'll do phenomenal! You really know how to step up to the plate, Obama. Love ya!

Thanks Obama, Thanks Kennedy

I thought it was going to be Stephanie Miller?
What happened?
Stefi?

I love it!

Why do the Clintons always "crew up" whatever they touch, including Paula, Monica, Whitewater, White House items…. and the list goes on!

When will the Dems find the time to uplift their nominee for the general election?

What are the Dems interested in: a fair nominating process OR a dynasty of families?

You go Barrack and deliver a speech that they will never forget. I am glad to see that you are taking the time out of a busy schedule to help a friend. I am a firm believer that a friend in need is a friend in deed. You are a friend to all people because we are a country in need and you are willing to do our will.

Great move for Obama in using Kennedy's illness for political advantage.

Change? Yeah, right.

Much appreciated.
We feel so good.We are praying for a speedy speedy resolution for our senator…but in the meantime A BETTER DECISION could not have been made.
BOTH OF THESE GENTLEMEN EXEMPLIFY AND PRESONIFY GREAT LEADERSHIP…what a team.
obama 08′

A New and Truly United States of America is here and now.

History for a greater USA is around us and we will succeed!

Thank you Senator Kennedy and his wonderful family in giving this country the greatest and lasting history we all can be proud of!

Stepping into Ted Kennedy's shoes is a big job but somebody's got to do it and Obama is just the man for the job.

How sad that Senator Kennedy could not make the speech and what a poor substitute in Obama.
I do wish Senator Kennedy and his family the very best. Senator Kennedy has served this country well.

Good things happen when we unite and work together. Your legacy will not be in vain Mr. Kennedy.

how do we get tickets?!

Way to go Bam!

Great way to help out Ted!

Dust off the teleprompter !

Obama is the real deal. What a gentleman.

Democrats working well together. (While Clinton#2 is tearing us apart.)

How beautiful. Praise God.

Very honorable!!

YEAH! Barack for America!

Now watch Hillary follow by announcing her commencement speech tour.

awesome

good job Obama

How ironic.

How kind.

I think about all those "If there's anything I can do…" moments when people don't really mean it, and are just saying it to be polite. And then you say, "well you know, I sorta need help with…." And then they say "I'd love to, BUT…."

It seems there are some people that are sincere.

Best wishes to Senator Kennedy and his family. We're with you.

Make him proud Senator Obama.

good job our prayers are with you sen kennedy your family has given so much to this country and we will always be greatfull

Obama shows again that he is always there with a good heart and sincerity to do "WHAT IS RIGHT" for his friends, family, communities, and his country.

Without a Doubt it will be Presidential… !!!

Yes….WE…Can…

All I can say is WOW!!!!! as a Hillary Supporter present tense. I applaud Obama for stepping up for Kennedy, God bless his heart. Moreover, I can see myself starting to like this guy, Hillary supporters lets be logical. If Kennedy is confident enought that he would allow a junior senator to speak at his behalf says that if Kennedy endorses him, well I will give a try.

This race is not over yet by a long shot no many what OBAMA Supporters say, but I have the Barrack credit for this one. Good Job

Good luck IL Senator. Besh wishes to the Kennedy's family.

Oh that's so sweet I could cry. What a guy that Obama is and don't dare any of you say this is politically motivated.

He looks more and more arogant in every new photo!!! He will burn in November and that would be the end of his political life, for sure!!!

This is the reason, and more why i love this man for who he is, and what he stands for which is UNITY, EQUALITY, FAIRNESS, LOVE, AND PEACE!!!

OBAMA FOR PRESIDENT:)

How sweet it is.

There you go Obama God bless you..

Represent Obama…

Who cares???

Make that President Obama!

WHAT A DISGRACE. TO USE SOMEONES ILLNESS TO GET FREE ADVERTISING. BARACK OBAMA WILL DO ANYTHING TO GET ELECTED.

Way to go Barack!!!!!

Obama '08 - '12

and you want this person as president. Using Mr. Kennedy's illness to campaign. This person would not go to his white mothers bedside as she lay dying. I will do what ever I can to help keep this person out of the white house.

A fine way for Obama to Honour Ted Kennedy and to highlight to critical role of education and public service in fulfilling the American Dream.
Mike

Yes there will be another Kennedy Yes there will be anothe King yes there will be another Mother Teresa , Yes there will be another Obama, will the next one be YOUR son or Your daughter character matters………………

I would have loved to have had Obama as my commencement speaker!!! Lucky those who are graduating from Wesleyan this year!!

Go Obama!!

Bravo Obama! Kennedy we're pulling for you!!!!

IndyVoter

EVERYONE NEEDS A FRIEND LIKE OBAMA. I AM 82 YEARS YOUNG AND I HAVE SEEN A LOT OF PRESIDENTS COME AND GO BUT I HAVE NEVER FELT SO STRONGLY ABOUT A CANDIDATE IN ANY ELECTION. HE IS A VERY VERY OUTSTANDING YOUNG MAN.

God Bless you all. That is some nice what Sen.Obama is doing, this is what America needs in a President. God Bless you all and family.

Good for Obama. He is our next president.

Barack - An admirable act to do this despite your hectic Schedule.

Bill Clinton would have asked for a MILLION for such a speech. And you are doing it FREE as a show of appreciation to Kennedy

My admiration for you has DOUBLED just now.

An offer to helpo a friend meet a commitment and he is slammed as disgraceful and self serving!

Guess the followers of Hillary have grown so used to her distortions of reality that they see an attack in every thing done. Too bad for them they have lost their humanity in the quest to annoint their leader.

Mr. Obama thank you for offering to help a friend, I am sure he, and the school appreciate it.

God Bless, Senator Kennedy. Thanks Senator Obama for being a good friend!! Great character.

WHAT A DISGRACE. TO USE SOMEONES ILLNESS TO GET FREE ADVERTISING. BARACK OBAMA WILL DO ANYTHING TO GET ELECTED.

________________________________

Senator Kennedy is GRATEFUL to Obama for this kind gesture and support, actually. Seriously, READ before you WRITE. You're obviously a misinformed citizen.

Has he ever heard of waiting to be asked. Maybe Wesleyan did not want him. He is so arrogant. Pushing himself into people's faces. What a jerk.

I wonder if ted asked Mary Jo Koepeckne what she thinks?

Thank you Senator Ted Kennedy, your support for Senator Barack Obama has reaffirmed my steadfast support for him also.

My prayers are with you and your family!!

God Bless!

WE ARE SO PROUD OF SEN.OBAMA, TRULY SON OF

AMERICA, THAT SOMETIMES WE SIT HERE WITH TEARS

IN OUR EYE. GOOD GOING SON. WE LOVE YOU.

God Bless America, Obama & Ted Kennedy!

Barack Obama reminds people of the John f. Kennedy alot. I think its a big sign that he is ready to be commander in chief of our great country ! If this is Gods willing, nothing will stop barack!

God bless barack obama our next president!

What an opportunist.

Clinton is campaigning on counting every single vote. But also that every Democratic delegate should be focused on who can win in November.

Obama is campaign on disenfranchising voters so he can win, regardless of whether he's got the strongest case for November, which he does not.

Judgment to lead, even when its hard!!!

Hillary went to Wellesley, not Wesleyan (there seems to be some confusion in the comments).

I cried. This must be very touching for Barack Obama. The best way to be a friend is to let someone be a friend.

Why Obama? Why not Robert Kennedy, Jr.?
Poor choice.

GO OBAMA !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! WOW!!!!! UNITY, EQUALITY, FAIRNESS, LOVE, AND PEACE!!!M YOU WILL MAKE HIM PROUD !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! him proud Senator YeS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!WE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!Can!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! AND WILL!!!!!!!!!

H,
Does that stand for For Hooked on Phonics
READING IS FUNDAMENTAL…..Kennedy asked Obama to make the speech!

ALL THE HATERS SHOULD JUST SHUT UP AND MING THEIR OWN BUSINESS. SHAME ON YOU ALL.
GOD BLESS THE KENNEDY FAMILY AND SENATOR OBAMA.

OBAMA 08 & 12

KENNEDY IS A STATESMAN AND BARACK OBAMA IS A STATESMAN WHOM KENNEDY SUPPORTS. OUT OF RESPECT FOR KENNEDY I WOULD NOT EXPECT OBAMA TO DO ANYTHING LESS. SHOW SOME RESPECT FOR SEN. KENNEDY'S SPECIAL REQUEST.

H -

And what Hillary want? She has literally wreck the whole Democratic Party. Obama is a baby in swadling clothing compared to the beast you guys call a woman. She a monster and a disgrace to all women. Now, I see why men don't want women in control because they act like wild alley cats when they don't get their way and become controlling freaks. Now I truly truly truly understand the very reason men don't want women in powerful positions. They go absolutely crazy!!!!!!!

Duane in Philly:

Get a life and an education to relieve thyself of thy ignorance and myopia.

WHAT A SHAMELESS PLOY BY KENNEDY?

STILL TRYING TO HELP YOUR CANDIDATE AND USING YOUR OWN DEMISE TO DO IT ?

….I FELT SORRY FOR KENNEDY (for a day) BUT NO MORE

TAKE NOTE SEN. CLINTON…

THIS IS HOW IT'S SUPPOSE TO BE DONE, THIS IS WHAT IT MEANS TO BE DOING "THE RIGHT THING"……

WHAT GREAT AND HISTORIC LEADERSHIP IN SEN. KENNEDY AND PRESIDENT OBAMA !!!!

GOD BLESS YOU BOTH AND GOD BLESS AMERICA!!

Obama should choose Ted Kennedy as his running mate.

Some of you should read the article first before you criticise Obama of using this politically.

"Senator Kennedy accepted knowing it would be an historic opportunity for the school and all those attending, including his daughter Caroline Raclin who is graduating and his son Ted Jr. who is attending his reunion," Kennedy's office said in a statement. "He's enormously grateful to Senator Obama and the support he's received from all of his colleagues this last week.”

SENATOR KENEDY HIMSELF THOUGHT IT WOULD BE AN HONOR.
SO DO WE AND MILLIONS OF AMERICANS.

Soy,
Senator Clinton's alma mater is "Wellesley", not Wesleyan. They are two different, though both highly ranked, liberal arts institutions.

Kennedy is a great man supporting a great nominee.

Stand up kind of Guy. What has Hillary offered to do to help? Oh yes, FL & MI. A loser says "What?"

I am just so proud of Barack Obama, so proud! My prayers are with Senator Kennedy and his family.

It takes a man of greatness to acknowledge a man of greatness in the making! I love them both!!

Barak 08

Obama and Ted have become good friends. Obama's friend is sick. Obama agrees to speak. Pretty sure every college in the US would like to get Obama to speak at their commencment. People who keep trying to make this evil are just plain evil themselves. Grow up. He's raised $272 million and has 1.5 millions donors. I doubt he needs free advertising

Deb,I live in texas as well and you are spewing hate and lies. Grow up.

Excuse me, but the few idiots who are accusing Senator Obama of politics should know that Senator Kennedy asked him to do this. Are you suggesting he should have said, "no"?

Duane in Philly May 22nd, 2008 5:06 pm ET
Great move for Obama in using Kennedy's illness for political advantage.
Change? Yeah, right.
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Next you'll be saying that Obama had something to do with the tumor. You guys are incredible.

I wonder how much Obama is paying all this college student to blog for him. I mean he does have Oprah behind him. She's a billionaire and they are trying to buy this election with money. Orpah worst investment ever is Obama, this will be negative ROI for her!!!

The bloggers on here who want to try to say this move by Obama was political disgust me!! I hope deep down you aren’t the disgusting people you seem to be by what you write.

GO !!!!!! OBAMA GO !!!!!!!!!!!

May God continue to bless you and yours.

That's what we need , the right man at the plate.

I LOVE YOU OBAMA WITH ALL MY HEART. MAKE TED PROUD AND YUOR SUPPORTERS. OBAMA YOU ARE THE MAN OF THE CENTURY.

Hey H -

You're and idoit.

Obama is stepping away from his campaign to do an address for an ill man. And fools like you need to get a new hobby. Have you ever seen a college commencement speach air on national TV or anything but small local TV. It's called a good deed. What does Obama have to gain by making this address?

And I will be voting democrat regardless of the outcome of the Primary season.

It's a friend helping a friend. We would not know about it if CNN had not posted it here. Don't you get it? It's called divide and conquer.

That's why Clinton is not winning. Her supporters are too busy arguing over stupid stuff. You make people not want to vote for her because of you. You're sore losers. You're not making it better for the next woman who wants to run for office. People will look back at the hysteria Hillary caused and say, "Oh, no. Not another emotion-driven, name-calling, nasty campaign!" Obama ran a better race. That's the bottom line.

Obama offered to take Kennedy's place? He wasn't asked? Pathetic. Obama is no fit for Kennedy.

It will be nice to have a man of honor anda gentleman in the White House for a change. This is part of the change he is promoting. If the shoe were on the foot of the other Dem. canidate I'm sure her speech would begin "Please go to Hillaryclinton.com and give 'til it hurts, after all, it's ALL about ME!"

There are so many negative folks in the world today. It is amazing that any of them are able to make it through the day…

Let a good deed be just that…. a good deed!

Well, how many times will we hear Civil Rights. I'm sure we will hear about a 46 year old black man having the opportunity to run for President. If I don't hear that, I might think better of Obama. I am sick of him playing the race card at every opportunity.

I wish Senator Kennedy a speedy recovery. I am really praying that his situation can be fixed.

But Senator Obama, that is so nice of you. " Young men I call upon you because you are stong". I can see that you are a true trooper, I look forward to seeing you in the White House.

Uncle Ted, we wish you God blessings!

To H
Ted Kennedy asked him to stand in for him you moron!

And they have been friends how long? All about timing isn't it….

Anyone who says too much will be fussed at because of the condition of Ted Kennedy so you have to be careful here also.

Hillary all the way for me..

THIS MAN IS REAL. NIGERIAN EMAIL. HUH. EMAILS TO ENLARGE WHAT ? LOL.

OBAMA IS THE MAN

A fighter is a friend of a fighter… Go Obama. I respect.

soy: Hillary is an alumna of Wellesley College, not Wesleyan University.

Whether it is a political move or not, Ted Kennedy would not let just anybody step in for him to make that speech. Jealousy, resentment and, OH GOD! might I say bitterness are all such very unattractive emotional masks. The bottom line is that the man is sick. People should just respect this, his decision to let Obama step in, and pray for Kennedy if you believe in any God that is good. So what if the other "oppressed woman" candidate attended the school. The students can still appease her with their votes if they want.

Great, we'll be waiting to hear him.

Obama 08

to all the nay-sayers and mean spirited people out there, why is it so hard to imagine that someone would just do something nice and thoughtful to help out a friend.

B. Obama is genuinely a decent person, he has shown this time and time again.

In response to H in this post.

It is sad that you do not understand the sentiment that was intended. It's not for publicity, believe it or not friends help one another.

Obama, you will make Sen. Kennedy proud as you have made us proud of you.

OBAMA 08.

I love it, if he didn't offer to do it, Hillary would have, however Ted didn't offer his support to her - so she didn't. But because Obama does then it's seen as sly and sneaky - Why are Hillary supporters crying foul over this? If Hillary was doing it, you'd all be grappling to say how nice she is!

Take it for what it is, political games, a gesture of friends ship to a sick friend? Who cares - for the grads' that day it'll be an experiance of a life time - don't try and shaddow it with your political bitterness!

McCain is insane, and Hill is a pill.

Obama 08

Hey you Obama haters, can you read? Kennedy asked him to take his place, one more time, Kennedy asked him to take his place. You haters are disgusting, petty ignorant people.

That is the most honorable act of kindness ever.

How disgusting it is for Obama to take advantage of a sad situation only to indulge himself in this oppurtunistic event to amplify his campaign. This man is not qualified to run this nation in already in trouble. His resumé is not par compared to that of Clinton's or even Mccain!

A good man, a good democrat and a fine human being. That can be said of both Kennedy and Obama without reservation.

Karma

OBAMA IS A NARCISSTIC IDIOT!!!!!! I WILL NEVER FALL IN LINE!!!

Obama you are showing the world how to be a real friend in the time of need. Continue to be an example of a real man.

That right America fufill Teddy, JFK, RFK and MLK's dreams and elect BO president. GOOO OBAMA

GANGS OF OLD POLITICS!

Go Hillary, we love you! You are the one for our nation!!!

C'mon Hillary supporters..dont cut off your nose to spite your face.

come on board the CHANGE EXPRESS.

OBAMA 08′/12′

BROWN NOSING IS WHAT I CALL IT!! barack omamma is only in it for himself.

I'm just glad he didn't pick Hillary to stand in for him. She's terrible.

Big deal! Will there be a concert following?

Giving a speech…about all he's good for.

Mary said:
**How sad that Senator Kennedy could not make the speech and what a poor substitute in Obama.
I do wish Senator Kennedy and his family the very best. Senator Kennedy has served this country well.
*******************
Oh Mary, get over yourself already! Obama's a great speaker and you know it! He WILL also be a great president.

This is THE MAN I could die for. This is called character. I do not want to spoil this lovely news by writing about Hiliary. Love you OBAMA.
Some other thread maybe…

Great service you are doing Mr. Obama. Keep it up.
People may say you are Elitist, Well Educated… but that is something you have earned with your hard work.
I am not as educated as you, but I wish I was and I wish my kids would have a role model like you. America needs role models like you.
In these difficult time, I can imaging how much comfort and strength it gives to your (and our) dear friend Mr. Ted Kennedy

What an honour! Lucky people!

You Hillary trolls are disgraceful. Obama will surely deliver an impressive and honorable speech, and you losers are gonna miss it because of your ignorance. You choose a washed up overly hyped flip flopper to lead the country. She is the ringleader in this mess of a circus. I think the only thing she is qualified for is to be a guest on the Jerry Springer show. It's a shame that everything has to be dumbed down for you all so you can catch up. You totally miss the point.

love it love him.

All those posters who are ranting against Obama as if he is taking this to 'use' the Kennedy name for his own purposes:

Ted Kennedy was the first of his family to endorse Obama months ago, followed closely by most of the Kennedy family. Ted himself even likened Obama to his own brothers so first get your facts straight before you start your poisonous rants.

Well done Obama, you are showing that you are a friend in need indeed.

Good people do good things for good people!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
We are not in this world just for ourselves, we are here for each other. At least that is what my parents taught me and obviously that is what Senator Obama was taught as well.

May God bless Sen Kennedy and keep his family and friends strong!

Barack Obama is a wonderful man and a once in a lifetime candidate.

That right America fulfill Teddy, JFK, RFK and MLK's dreams and elect BO president. GOOO OBAMA

That is WAY COOL, OBAMA. Senator Kennedy right hand man for the job.

No matter what anti-supporters of Obama say, your is high always.
Give the speech from the heart and let it be felt.

Way to show your support for a good friend Obama.

Good job Barack…and for those that think that he is taking advantage of the situation….well, Hillary could have made the same offer…it is after all her Alma Mater….I am actually suprised that she did not. But of course she was not endorsed by Ted,….which might have gotten in the way of actually giving a hoot.

This is pure marketing and nothing else!!!!! Try this spin….
The Jews didn't believe me…..I'll try the kids.
I can fill in for a Kennedy (like thats a challenge).
I'm there for you man. (this is without any beers)

We love you Barack!

Thanks Obama! You are showing everyone who you really are.
Great Job!!! We love you!!!

2008 Obama!!!!

If your not pro-Obama, you will not get posted.
Blacks are notorious for violence..The Obama-bots are threating to riot if Obama is not the nominee? Either way, there will be riots. Look at the Cowboy celebration that turned to looting. It is to be expected. Why does it always turn to breaking windows and looting? Please explain that to me?

What a guy….what a sweetie pie…..gosh oh gee. Wake up Frank, Tom, JB, DBZ, Jewel, Army wife, Texas Girl and all the rest……….I'm tearing up reading how happy you all are. whaaaaaaa!!!!!!!

TO: H May 22nd, 2008 5:28 pm ET

"WHAT A DISGRACE. TO USE SOMEONES ILLNESS TO GET FREE ADVERTISING. BARACK OBAMA WILL DO ANYTHING TO GET ELECTED."

go to H!

Go Obama!! And I was reading the other articles regarding senator Hillary Clinton and the rally becuase of the Michigan and Florida votes..
That's a disgrace!!!!!! WHY SHE AGREED NOT TO COUNT THE VOTES IN THE BEGINNING AND NOW SHE WANTS THEIR VOTES ? HELLO!! DESPERATION!! THAT'S ALL WHAT A TOTAL DISGRACE THAT WOMEN IS !!

Kennedy needs to makes amends to his Lord for the error of his ways. I will not forget Mary Jo and his action were less then honerable. Kennedy is morally bankrupt.

I would ask the media outlets to please post a transcript of Obama's commencement speech somewhere, even if not prominently, so people can see for themselves if he uses the address to his own political advantage.

Otherwise there's no need to taint the goodwill of the event just cause the speaker is a current Prez candidate and us outsiders are curious political beings. I hope the students, family, and faculty at Wesleyan University enjoy all of their speakers this year, last-minute replacements or not..

Obama wants to steal the nomination? How ,he's followed the rules. In fact his campaign knew the rules better that's why they have more delegates. Not to mention he has more votes. How is it possible that he steal something she never had?? The rationale of the Clinton supporters is that Obama is somehow to blame for Clintons' misfortunes. That taking the high road and running a well organized and planned campaign is cheating. The Clinton machine had all the advantages but didn't measure up. Blame them. Obama didn't cause the problems with Michigan and Florida. And the vote there favors Hillary because she has the name recognition. Without being able to campaign you cannot get your name out- that's not fair if anything. Plain and simple. Stop reading info on her website or Clinton blogs. Get sound information and think. Many of the Clinton's arguments are irrational and deceptive.

PS Dummies, this is not Hillarys alma mater. Educated, yeah right.?

I didn't see Hillary stepping up to the plate to offer her services at HER alma mater why is that? Oh that's right…she's too busy trying on a black top hat and twirling that handlebar mustache (grown just for the occasion) so that with a dastardly evil laugh she can pursue her life's calling of stealing the presidential nomination from Sen. Obama that according to her and her followers about to storm the DNC like it was Normandy is her right and due.

Hello All,

This is Senator Obama. I want to bow out of the race.

Hillary is a better choice.

VOTE Clinton because thats what I am going to do.

FAREWELL,

Obama

The students must be excited!!! I wish I were a student there.

If you would read the earlier article on CNN Sen. Kennedy asked Obama to give the speech for him…He did not ask but gracously accepted as a freind….please get your facts straight before attacking anybody!

Jeremiah Wright has the Kennedy speech patterns down pat. He gave some good impressions of JFK. Maybe he should give the address.

Note to "soy": While the two could be easily confused, Hillary's alma mater was WELLESLEY, not Wesleyan.
Having said that, it just goes to show that Sen. Obama can step up wherever and whenever the need arises. That, plus good judgment are but two of the reason he IS qualified to lead this country.

James "Who cares???"
That's what everyone said about the news coverage of Brittney Spears and friends, but everyone still read it. Anything Obama/Clinton/McCain do is going to make the news until one of them is president.

H "WHAT A DISGRACE. TO USE SOMEONES ILLNESS TO GET FREE ADVERTISING. BARACK OBAMA WILL DO ANYTHING TO GET ELECTED."
I'm sure Kennedy knows more about politics than you do, and I'm sure a man who is faced with death isn't going to let someone use him or his situation for political advantage. Although they probably knew it would be covered by the press, I'm fairly certain the move wasn't just for publicity.

i wonder why some of you never have anything positive to say,its really sad.

Such a gracious offer on the part of Obama. The Wesleyan graduates will surely have a commencement they will remember forever.

What a graceful man Obama is. God bless you and God bless America.

haters.. go away!
obama 08/12

Hillary went to WELLESLEY, Obama is speaking at WESLEYAN.

This is great that Obama can give this key note speech. Senator Kennedy has faith in him and I trust Ted Kennedy's judgement. It will be a great speech no doubt.

To you people who are claiming he is doing this for political gain. You people are sick in the head, literally. You have to give it up to him, its been a long jounrey.God has surely blessed this man and with a good heart such as his, he will only continue to bless him–like it or not people.

Who cares…

we will get 4 more years of Republican administration if this man( the wonderboy) gets the nomination

Hillary 08, our only hope for a better future in America

Have you realized the latest gas prices.? She has a plan and will hold accountable to those who exploit millions of Americans at the pump.

Duane in Philly
May 22nd, 2008 5:06 pm ET

"Great move for Obama in using Kennedy's illness for political advantage.

Change? Yeah, right."

So he can't possibly be doing it out of the goodness of his heart/duty to a friend. I bet you think Obama is some kind of soulless monster don't you? Geez, are we really that cynical?

H. you are the one that is a disgrace. (smile)

Obama so nice of you you kind kind nice nice man to all the old dog democrats who can't wait to push you around the white house.

c'mon, I'm so tired of mr. nice guy I can't stomach it.

go give a speech…it's what you do so well anyway….let Hillary run the country.

People, Obama is nothing but all talk.

AWWW..SO MANY HATERS SO LITTLE TIME!!!

I guess if folks didn't have anything negative to say, they'd be 1000% speechless!!!!

I think that is wonderful that Ted asked Barack and he was able to step in…shows the type of respect and admiration two intelligent men have for one another!!!

HillLights…. Let it go! To the Obamites, I see you in the future and you look better. I see America's future and it is walking and working in favor and will be a better place for all races, religous groups and both genders. Bless America, the Kennedy family and the OBama family.

The begining of a New Era, May you be really blessed Barack and May Edy lives his days in full.

Kennedy is sick and needs a substitute. Let's not make this into a major story.

It's really sad to see how people have such hate in their heart! Who here wouldn't do something like this for their friend?!?!? How DARE you accuse someone who is doing the HUMAN thing that he is doing it for "Political gain" or for "free advertising"? Last time I checked…Barack has all the "free advertising" he can handle at this point…he doesn't need anymore. He's a gentleman and a good friend! I'd rather have him as a friend than some of you because you don't even understand the concept of stepping up and being there for someone in need. Maybe you've never been the person in need. I love the move Barack!

NOBAMA ever

Since Hillary's supporters think the DNC and America should be moved by them threatening that they won't won't if Obama is on the ticket.

Then that can go both ways.

If the nomination is STOLEN then I too will vote for McCain.

(see how stupid this sounds)

God bless you Senator Obama!
Zoey -New Orleans, LA

Go Obama 08/12 …. Forever!!!

TRULY MY BROTHER.

Awesome…The Kennedys are the greatest family on the planet. God bless you Senator Kennedy, you're the best. You always do what's in you heart. For that I believe you will be blessed in every area of your life. I wish you a miraculous healing at God’s speed. Go Obama! Those graduates are in for a treat. You are a living legend that all things are possible if you believe. Using you as an example, they can be sure that the sky is the limit for they hopes and dreams.

C. Durant
Atlanta, GA

Since Hillary's supporters think the DNC and America should be moved by their threatening that they won't vote if Obama is on the ticket.

Then that can go both ways.

If the nomination is STOLEN and given (not earned by Hillary) then I too will vote for McCain.

(see how stupid this sounds)

thats what friends are for…keep smiling….

obama, I knew jack kennedy, and you my friend are no jack kennedy. your hateful unamerican wife is not, and never will be Jackie O.

GOD bless you,senator obama! you have a big heart and love for a friend! you will make us and senator kennedy VERY,VERY,proud!

For all of the retards who keep saying that Obama is using the speech for a political ploy should really learn to read because the article clearly stated that Senator Kennedy asked him to deliver the speech and O did not ask to do it, believe me Obama does not need to gain any advantage he already has it well under hand.

Why Is It necessary ? . Obama Is Using Kennedy To Draw Attention To Himself . Shameful !!!!

this is directly from the article…

Kennedy had hoped to deliver the commencement address at Wesleyan University in Middletown, Conn., Sunday, where his stepdaughter, Caroline Raclin, will be among the graduates. However, he has persuaded Sen. Barack Obama to stand in for him.

Go Obama is your blessing do not let your possession go away from you.God bless you and kennedy.

may the universe bring what the world is asking so desperatedly and needs so much: peace and change………………… opportunity for all, truth and honesty..

Obama 08

And the tickets go on sale on ebday in..5..4..3..2..1

Wesleyan students helped Barack take the Middletown area in our primary.

Bill Belichick graduated from Wesleyan. It's a great school from a great state.

The scholl plans to simulcast it. Can't wait to hear it!

Let's see: Ted Kennedy…then Obama. Poor graduates who can't get a better caliber speaker at their commencement. Condolences.

Awesome…The Kennedy’s are the greatest family on the planet. God bless you Senator Kennedy you're the best. You always do what's in you heart. For that I believe you will be blessed in every area of your life. I wish you a miraculous healing at God’s speed. Go Obama! Those graduates are in for a treat. You are a living legend that all things are possible if you believe. Using you as an example, they can be sure that the sky is the limit for their hopes and dreams.

C. Durant
Atlanta, GA

WHAT A JOKE!

DESPERATION ON HIS PART, WILL THEY STOP AT NOTHING TO GET SOME ATTENTION ON OBAMA?

THE NEXT DAY THEY WILL SAY:

OH, HE DELIVERED ONE HISTORIC SPEECH!!!!

WHAT A CROCK!

HILLARY DESERVES THE NOMINATION!!!!!

Way to go Obama ! Stand up and deliver a speech that will move and inspire those kids .

True friends help each other out in their time of need. Way to go OBAMA do the right thing. Make a good impression on the kids they are yours in November.

You know a "pure-bred" when you see one - no pretences!
A prime example for all alike — young & old (including HRC)!!

Obama is the ultimate opportunist. Didn't call for a re-vote in Florida but is now down there sucking up to elderly Jewish folks. Dispicable man

Perfect Choice. OBAMA is the legacy of John, Robert and Ted Kennedy to the USA and to the world.
Ted Kennedy recognizes Obama's "appeal for the nobler aspirations of the American people."

Giving a commencement speech when you are all speeched out, tired and BUSY, is an incredible feat. I am sure he would rather have spent a quriet afternoon with his kids. Don't knock what you don't understand. Some people just do nice things.

Had Hillary been asked, which she wouln't have under the circumstances with which Kennedy and Bill parted ways, she might have done it too, and it wouldn't have been for political purposes, as far as I know.

"Obama May 22nd, 2008 6:15 pm ET

Hello All,

This is Senator Obama. I want to bow out of the race.

Hillary is a better choice.

VOTE Clinton because thats what I am going to do.

FAREWELL,

Obama"

Keep dreaming you delusional twit.

Way to go…every step on the way to the presidency, Barack has shown how deeply he cares and acts!!!

This is surely our time!!! Bcus BARACK'S TIME IS OUR TIME…BARACK FOR AMERICA…AMERICA FOR BARACK!!!

I think this is a great place for him to speak and it is a good time for the Weslyan church to come and 'lay hands' on Obama for the road he will be going on..leading the nation. If he does it with God he can't fail!

Make Senator Kennedy proud!
Get well soon Senator Kennedy
Barack '08-12

JFK and RFK represented that fresh face of change and hope in politics more than 40 years ago that people wanted to identify with because we dared to believe they could impact the world in a positive way. It appears Barack Obama has accepted the mantle to move this country into new heights and write a new chapter in American history

TALKING ABOUT HILLARY? HOW DESPERATE!!!

Obama is not stealing anything, He is just being a friend…why all the hate when a friend stands up for a friend? I'm sure Kennedy asked Him to do this for him. Don't be so jealous.

That's fabulous! Those students are very lucky.

awww i fell all warm and fuzzy inside :0)

My prayers are with the Kennedy family. Thank you to Obama for helping out when needed. That is the spirit all Americans should have. Obama you have my vote and my thanks for being willing to help lead this country.

Yeah! How exciting for Wesleyan Grads. Thoughts and prayers for Senator Kennedy. Obama will inspire many at graduation.
Hillary went to Wellesley college.

I admire Obama for taking sick Sen. Kennedy's place this
Sunday at the Commencement Address at Wesleyan University.
It show how much his friendship means to him = = = =
More folks need to take action into their fold of daily living.

Do Hillary supporters think Wesleyan would have been better served by a Clintonian speech about the disenfranchisement of FL and MI?

Sen. Kennedy,

You are always in our thoughts and prayers. Please fight this terrible disease, Your family and America still need you.

This agreement between Barack and Sen. Kennedy is magnificent!
These kids will have this memory to look back on. Thank you Barack for offering, and thank you so much Sen. Kennedy for believing in Barack and trusting him with this special task.

Seemed Senator Clinton would have taken that opportunity, the senior democrat running for President, plus I believe that was her alumni… Either way, it's showing the democrats stick together in good and bad times and that's what America should be about.

Way to Go , Senator Obama~

This is what we call "experience," not one that has anything to do with serving "tea" or hosting parties in the White House!@

Go Obama! Smart guy, ever grateful to his suporters.

Go Obamaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa!!!!!!!!!

Obama will do Sen. Kennedy proud!

Sen. Kennedy we love you, take care of yourself and know that we are truly praying for you! We thank you for all that you have done for us over the years and your endorsement of Obama, you have played a great part in helping him to come this far and for that we can't thank you enough. We know you are wanting to get out and help campaign the rest of the way, but we need you to rest and get well so that you can be a good adviser to him while he is in office, he will need good people such as yourself surrounding him.

Love ya!!!!

Well, speeches are what he's good at.

Good for Barack. If people want to see who Obama is, take note. He has time to do this for his friend. He has time and he is only running for the presidency.
I hope with all my heart that Senator Kennedy's doctors can find ways to extend to him a quality life. And I hope Barack can take time out from the Oval Office to go sailing with Senator Kennedy.

Knock them off their feet Obama…Gosh, wish I could be there. This is great! How wonderful of you Ted to allow Obama to fill in for you.

Ted, Blessings to you and your family during this difficult time. America wishes you a speedy and successful recovery.

NOT BARACK STATES

NOT HILLARY STATES

but the UNITED STATES

YES WE CAN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

i wish that i could be there to hear obama speak

Obama will never be president. We are going to the convention and see that Senator Clinton is instated. She is the one we want, not this superficial jerk, self serving toady, American hater, husband of angry wife, who calls white whitey. I cant help being whilt e any more than she can help being black.

Senator Kennedy's life was all about the American people. Justice, truthfulness and equality are his trademakrs, to mention afew. The news about his illness is heartbreaking indeed. However, if we are talking about symbolism. Endorsing Obama in his pursuit to fight for the American people becomes his legacy to America….

**My prayers to the Kennedy family.

Some of the Obama haters are really unintelligent. Either that or just racists. And that's the bottom line.

We love you Barack!!! Can't wait to put you in the White House!!

GROW UP, THIS IS AN OPPORTUNITY FOR THE SELF-PROMOTION OF A CANDIDATE AND A POLITICAL PARTY

So the commencement speaker at Wesleyan University's graduation shifts from a great american in his waning years to a great american who is just emerging. This is a good year to be a graduate from this great university!

>> YES WE CAN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! <<

I've seen this so many times. And with Obama's idle rhetoric that sometimes makes he's speeches last what seems like hours, just WHAT CAN WE DO??? Obama never tells us. By his actions, it looks like WHAT WE CAN DO is support the radical left wing agenda, have the government spend money at a more alarming rate then it is now, and surrender to our enemies. I guess that's the CHANGE WE CAN DEPEND ON.

Obama is a man of honor… he is not a person that just takes favors… he returns them and he has a heart………

California for Obama

"Obama will never be president. We are going to the convention and see that Senator Clinton is instated." -by 1926 above.

Really?? You and what army. Cause that is what it will take and that army is not behind a lying, ruthless woman.

Some of the Obama haters are really unintelligent. Either that or just racists. And that's the bottom line.

We love you Barack!!! Can't wait to put you in the White House!!

Yeswecan May 22nd, 2008 6:04 pm ET

This is THE MAN I could die for. This is called character. I do not want to spoil this lovely news by writing about Hiliary. Love you OBAMA.
Some other thread maybe…

Wow! This is what we call a real serious fanatic. Note, you may have to some day (THE MAN I could die for). Hope you meant what you said. Does this kind of statement give anyone else the creepy chillbumps?

The clinton crusade on here dont read the headlines on this thread because they are poor iliterate racists. And before you complain its what came right out of your wonder candidates mouth she has the blue collar non collage graduating west virginians.

Is he the one??
I do believe he's the ONE.

Sen. Kennedy didn't just endorse Barack Obama, he anointed him. I believe that he considers helping Sen. Obama to get elected President of the United States adds to an already great and proud legacy of the Kennedy family as a whole. I celebrate both Sen. Kennedy and Barack Obama.

President Obama I am proud of you.