May 24, 2008
Posted: 02:03 PM ET

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Sen. Clinton listens during a Senate hearing on Capitol Hill Thursday.
Sen. Clinton listens during a Senate hearing on Capitol Hill Thursday.

BRANDON, South Dakota (CNN) – Sen. Hillary Clinton said Friday that she regretted comments that evoked the June 1968 assassination of Robert Kennedy as part of her explanation for why she was staying in the presidential race late into the primary season.

Earlier Friday afternoon, she told the editorial board of the Sioux Falls Argus Leader that "My husband did not wrap up the nomination in 1992 until he won the California primary somewhere in the middle of June, right? We all remember Bobby Kennedy was assassinated in June in California. I don't understand it," she said.

Clinton complained that "people have been trying to push me out of this ever since Iowa" and said that position "historically … makes no sense."

Later at an event in Brandon, South Dakota, she said, "earlier today, I was discussing the Democratic primary history and in the course of that discussion mentioned the campaigns that both my husband and Sen. Kennedy waged in California in June in 1992 and 1968, and I was referencing those to make the point that we have had nominating primary contests that go into June. That's an historic fact.

Update: During an interview with Radio Isla Puerto Rico on Saturday, Barack Obama reacted to the Clinton RFK comment.

According to a quote released by the campaign, he said, “I have learned that when you are campaigning for as many months as Senator Clinton and I have been campaigning, sometimes you get careless in terms of the statements that you make and I think that is what happened here. Senator Clinton says that she did not intend any offense by it and I will take her at her word on that.”

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Related video: Watch Sen. Clinton's comments to a SD newspaper's editorial board

Related video: Watch Brian Todd's report on Sen. Clinton's remarks Friday.

Filed under: Hillary Clinton


mulla   May 23rd, 2008 6:16 pm ET

Ken,
you sound racist! low-life people like you, make America looks bad!

oletu from denmark   May 23rd, 2008 6:15 pm ET

hillary and mike hab are making up the plot to kill obama, that plan will fail.

William, CA.   May 23rd, 2008 6:15 pm ET

This country's politics, will always be defined. by the people we elect. And that is its history, sadly……….

Rick   May 23rd, 2008 6:15 pm ET

Wow…just when we thought…we had seen the lowest from Hillary.

Hillary truely amazes me. She is a threat to society.

sacto joe   May 23rd, 2008 6:15 pm ET

That did it. She needs to drop out. Now.

Pete in OR   May 23rd, 2008 6:15 pm ET

Does this recent "misstatement" now make her more "electable"? One can only imagine what the RNC would do with this verbal fiasco.

sam   May 23rd, 2008 6:11 pm ET

This is sickening! She would rather destory the party to get her way, lies false rumors and planting the seeds that someone has taken something from her. You ran we did not vote for you and you lost. GET OVER IT! Supers stop playing…get her out NOW!

Nunzio in TX   May 23rd, 2008 6:11 pm ET

It is amazing to me that so many democrats believe that Obama is electable! There is no way that Obama will be elected in November! Obama's supporters are upset with Hillary and her conduct during the primary campaign. Let them see what's coming in November by the Republicans. This country is not ready for a black president and won't be for another 50 or 100 years. Obama's supporters including his delegates are delusional optimists about an Obama presidency. Those who suggest that Clinton's supporters will support Obama in the fall are also delusional. I don't know of any white men who will vote for and send Barack and Michelle Obama to the White House.

Randy - Denver   May 23rd, 2008 6:11 pm ET

Why should the supporters of Mr. Obama leave this alone? For how long did we hear, not just Ms. Clinton's supporters, her campaign but Ms. Clinton herself ,distort and take out of context the bitter remark made by Mr. Obama? The fact is the Obama campaign has simply stated that death threats against an opponant really should have no place in a Presidential campaign. And that is what this basically was, a veiled death threat. After reading some of these blogs from Supporters of Ms. Clinton I can think of a few who would do "her the favor" so she will win the Democratic nomination.

Now the real test comes for Mr. Obama (who was giving a speech in Fl when this occured and therefore did NOT tell his campaign how to respond) will he use this in his stump speeches or will he let it go? Letting it go is the high road, and the one I think he will take (unless specifically asked about it) which is more than I could say for Ms. Clinton if the situation were reversed.

Obama/Sebelius '08!

Bit   May 23rd, 2008 6:11 pm ET

oh, okay. This is the missing piece of the puzzle why she is still staying in the race. Think about it; she can't win even with the Mi and Fl delegates seated and she knows Obama will not give her the nod to be his VEEP.

I'll tell you this much, let something happen to Obama…………….

She meant to say that!

Go Barak and Michelle Obama!   May 23rd, 2008 6:11 pm ET

May 23rd, 2008 5:22 pm ET

She made a mistake with her words. They all have… Remember the bitter comments. Move on

Yeah a mistake would have been once.. with one brother.. not twice with both brothers..she'll reference MLK next..
plant the seed and see what grows huh?

responding to debbie   May 23rd, 2008 6:11 pm ET

WE DON'T NEED YOUR VOTE ANYWAYS! BUT GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY!

as for Hillary's latest comments… pfffffffft!!! i don't ever want to think about voting for her, was never going to vote for her and will never vote for her . i am utterly and thoroughly disgusted with how low she's stooped just to get into the white house. there's not even a low that exists for her to match, so i think she has actually crated the new low. she's contradicted herself throughout this campaign and i know without a shadow of a doubt that thousands if not millions will pull their support from her after her recent comments. she's sided with racists and now her recent comments show that she's got a whisper campaign to carry out those tactics. not a day has gone by where i pray for safety. safety for this country, safety for the people in this country and safety especially for Obama and his family. the fact that hillary would put that out there for all the world to hear and see lets me know that it's what she wants. i wish her the best, but good Lord, move the **** on.

oh and debbie… two more things… Rev. Wright was quoting someone as saying what the media has twisted as his words. Get your facts straight hun. and last…. as for us Obama suporters, we're not crybabies.. our tears are tears of joy!!! we're celebrating the victory early! so you can take your little toosh elsewhere with the sore loser attitude!

OBAMA '08!

GOD BLESS DEBBIE AND HER FAMILY! HAHAHAH

Mignon   May 23rd, 2008 6:11 pm ET

I don't think she meant disrespect. I don't know what she meant when she said it though. lol. I just do not think that she had this planned on purpose.

Wayne Philips   May 23rd, 2008 6:10 pm ET

History Lesson:

Both Bill Clinton and RFK's primaries went to June.

That's all she was referencing and any attempt by Barack worshippers to take her historical statement and make into something more, well, stop drinking so much kool-aid!

–p.

Whitney G GEORGIA   May 23rd, 2008 6:10 pm ET

I am not surprised because she is the one who will do ANYTHING to win. I dont put it past Hillary Clinton…….

Deb   May 23rd, 2008 6:10 pm ET

I am sick over this, that she would suggest something like this and yes I saw it as a suggestion not a slip, she is dangerous, digusting, evil and foul, She needs to get out NOW, The SD's need to put a stop to this before someone takes her hints.

Linned   May 23rd, 2008 6:10 pm ET

You Clinton supporters can try to spin this any way you want to but we all get the meaning. If you all are going to get up in arms about the "bitter comment". She went way too far. The Kennedy family has been through way too much for this kind of statement to be made. If she is tired – she needs to get some rest. My gut feeling told me not to vote for her and this latest among many statments that she has made confirms that I made the right decision not to vote for her.

Kalejaiye Minneapolis   May 23rd, 2008 6:10 pm ET

Hillary is racist and desperate to be president. She crawled to be senator, in the bid to be president. She claims to love black people, but yet, nothing comes against her ruthless ambitions, not even M. Lewisky …

Shirley   May 23rd, 2008 6:10 pm ET

SHE WILL DO ANYTHING AND SAY GET BACK TO THE OVAL OFFICE SO THAT HER HUSBAND CAN HAVE OTHER WOMEN IN IT. HILLARY GET Y0UR FAMILY AND GO BACK HOM TO ARKANSAS!!!!!

YOU ARE DONE!!!!!!

JD   May 23rd, 2008 6:10 pm ET

Not a surprise – Hillary has proven she will stop at nothing to take the nomination away from Barack. First it's comments about Barack only winning states that don't matter in November, she claims white hardworking Americans prefer her (which I find extremely insulting as a white hardworking individual who has met and once admired Hillary), then it's complaining that she is losing because of gender, and now this – absolutely disgusting. She's not losing because she is a woman – one could equally argue she's done as well as she has simply because she is a woman (and the Clinton name didn't hurt initially).

I hope Barack says no to Hillary as VP. He doesn't need her and she's done everything possible to burn bridges with him and his supporters. As for those saying they will vote for McCain when Hillary finally faces reality, I just don't buy it. If these people care about the future and are true Democrats, there's just no way they would support McCain when Obama and Clinton are so close in terms of policy.

Steve from California   May 23rd, 2008 6:09 pm ET

Hilliary Clinton was simply making an historical reference to how presidential candidates are sometimes selected late in the primary process. What other reference could she be making? It's the Obama campaign that is trying to make hay on this one.

Lenore Z.   May 23rd, 2008 6:09 pm ET

This is a new low. RFK should never be referenced during a time when you are running for the nomination– not for any reason. Period.
At best, it's tasteless and thoughtless and gauche. At worst, it's cynical and deliberate. No excuses.

mulla   May 23rd, 2008 6:09 pm ET

Imagine, Obama said something like this !!!

Taylor   May 23rd, 2008 6:09 pm ET

If Australia didn't exist, I would suggest we put Hillary and all her wacko supporters on an island somewhere and get them out of our lives!

Capricornthree   May 23rd, 2008 6:09 pm ET

Hillary was merely stating a fact. You people need to quit drinking so much coffee and sit back. Bobby Kenneday as sad as it is, was killed while campaiging in June of 1968. Her point was to use it as relevance for the length of time a primary runs to. You all need to stop spinning out of control, it is people like you that are breaking down the Democratic Party, why don't you go become a Repulican, they need some help from people like you.

DNC Stop Her Now   May 23rd, 2008 6:09 pm ET

There was no apology to Obama. She knew exactly what she was saying.

SHAME SHAME SHAME on Clinton. DNC, stop her NOW.

She's a Lawyer. She knows how to speak and exactly what she speaks of.

Joe Ossai   May 23rd, 2008 6:09 pm ET

God!, this is my bigest fear.

CLINTON PLEASE GO AWAY, GOD

Omar, TX   May 23rd, 2008 6:08 pm ET

Disgusting, absolutely outrageous why invoke evil thoughts in people who may oppose Obama.

Anita - AZ   May 23rd, 2008 6:08 pm ET

Daniel – New York,

Now wait a minute. First off, Clinton supporters were complaining Obama doesnt defend himself, then say he has thin skin and crys alot. You keep changing the complaint to something different, kind of like Clinton trying to change the rules. You're not far from the tree, are you?

Ben   May 23rd, 2008 6:08 pm ET

I am a guy ,so I would n't say anything,because anyone saying anything about Hillary is seen as attacker her because she's a woman.
However, If she was a man, I would say it's time to go get a brain scan. What an evil and desperately wicked thought.

Deborah Stewart   May 23rd, 2008 6:08 pm ET

To diminish by Obama and his campaign of a reference of history to something pathetic is outrageous. Obama and his campaign doesn't know what it was like, because they don't care, to experience a prominent and wonderful President that JFK was and a wonderful representative of the people was as RFK was. This is pathetic on the part of Obama and his campaign to diminish our history into some political statement. This Obama slop doesn't know what it felt like to experience both of these events. And diminish it to some political statement is an autrocity. This idiot Obama doesn't know what it was like to lose a president or a potential president. This flippen idiot Obama doesn't know what it is like to lose both who are very much admired. And to resort to make a political statement by Obama and his campaign is just as pathetic as he is. The Obama campaign and its political statement for an historical reference doesn't know…not even come close as to how much it hurt to see two great great great in JFK and RFK gone from this planet. How sick can you get for the Obama campaign to use this as a political statement when Senator Clinton was only using history. It makes me sick to my stomach that Obama and his campaign would do this.

Lisa   May 23rd, 2008 6:08 pm ET

I am not a bit surprised. She is staying in because she HOPES that something happens to Obama. She is floating a not to subtle hint out there. And her supporters actually want someone with this mentality to be their commander in chief.

Instead of her medical records being checked, I think her psychiatric records should be checked thoroughly.

jorge   May 23rd, 2008 6:08 pm ET

I am an ardent Obama fan but I after seeing the blurb on Hillary´s comments I see no reason why she should have to apologize to anyone. The media is making a big deal out of nothing. There are other more important issues to worry about.

Bill   May 23rd, 2008 6:08 pm ET

-http://www.cnn.com/2007/POLITICS/05/03/obama.protection/index.html

Obama placed under Secret Service protection
POSTED: 11:32 p.m. EDT, May 3, 2007

(CNN) — Democratic presidential candidate Barack Obama, a U.S. senator from Illinois, has been placed under the protection of the Secret Service, the agency said Thursday.

The government is not aware of any specific, credible threat against Obama, according to a law enforcement source familiar with the decision. But his office has received hate mail and calls and other "threatening materials" in the past and during his campaign, the source said.

Three Obama campaign officials who discussed the issue on condition of anonymity also said there was no specific threat against the candidate.

They said the request stemmed from what one called the "cumulative effect" of a heavier campaign schedule, larger crowds and "just the growing perception internally" it was time to take additional security precautions that are best suited for the Secret Service.

A Department of Homeland Security spokesperson also told CNN there is no known specific or credible threat.

Illinois' senior senator, Democrat Dick Durbin, told reporters Thursday night that he relayed concerns about the size of the crowds Obama was drawing and other issues to Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid.

Reid decided to take the matter to Homeland Security Secretary Michael Chertoff as an issue for a congressional advisory board, Durbin said.

"I knew the crowds were large … but some of the other information given to us, unfortunately I think, raised a concern among many of [Obama's] friends," Durbin said.

"Unfortunately, some of the information we found was racially motivated. It is a sad reality in this day and age that Mr. Obama's African-American heritage is a cause for very violent and hatred, hated reactions among some people."

Walter, FL   May 23rd, 2008 6:08 pm ET

IT'S TIME FOR THE SUPERS TO SHOW SOME LEADERSHIP AND GET HER OUT OF THE RACE NOW.

IT’S TIME FOR CNN AND THE ALL THE MEDIA TO TELL HER TO GET OUT OF THE RACE NOW!

THEY SHOULD KEEP THAT TEXT ON THE SCREEN 24/7 UNTIL SHE GETS OUT!!!!

ENOUGH IS ENOUGH!!!!

Former Obama Supporter   May 23rd, 2008 6:08 pm ET

Hillary was simply saying that the democratic primary season goes all the way to June and people should not be telling her to drop out because historically the process runs into June. Obama and his supporters are spinning this into a story because they want to find any reason to not pick Hillary for VP. Also, the media is really showing how bias they are towards Obama.

Pete in OR   May 23rd, 2008 6:07 pm ET

Vulture. If you look at the pattern of things, it's clear that she's gone from "unelectable (by "hard working, hard working 'white' americans")" to going back on her word and suddenly 'legally' claiming 600K "popular" votes and giving Obama none to now suggesting that "death" (criminal) could be a reason to give her the nomination.

For those apologists who claim technicalities, just add MLK and Kennedy and think about it.

Hillary as VP now? the answer is obviously NO. Even 10 food tasters would not be enough now with her as VP as she has suggested "tragedy" to her supporters as a good reason to be nominated….Sara Jane Moore or John Hinckley Jr anyone? I for one would recommend that he not be in the same room alone with her for sure.
I admired the Bill Clinton and the Clintons at one point for inspiring America (morals aside) and reinforcing the idea that the American century could extend into the 21st century. The same is not true now. Certainly Hillary does NOT project the same…..

undecided   May 23rd, 2008 6:07 pm ET

Shouldn't Senator Clinton be apologizing to Senator Obama?

NoHillaryOnVpTicket   May 23rd, 2008 6:07 pm ET

Now we know what she was planning if Obama had made her VP. She hopes she will become VP… then something happens to Obama and she finally Gets to be President. The Supers need to ALL go with Obama and get her out of there now. This I agree was a mistake… because she slipped up and told on herself!

Proud   May 23rd, 2008 6:07 pm ET

History is a history , who is afraid of history?

HER COMENT MEANS NOTHING . OBAMAS SUPORTERS ARE ON COOL- AID AND SUGAR IS UP TO THER USS. THAT'S HOW I SEE ALL THIS STUPID SCRIMING .

MCCAIN / ROMNEY 2008
SOMEONE HAVE TO TAKE CARE OF THIS COUNTRU.

Chula   May 23rd, 2008 6:07 pm ET

Obamas attempt to make this into a story for his own personal self interest is another perfect example of how OBAMA and his campaign are about DIVISIVE politics….NOT ABOUT UNITY.

The only people that think this is a story or that were offended are the Obama supporters in the media and Elite!

SAY NO TO DIVISIVE POLITICS
SAY NO TO OBAMA

oletu from denmark   May 23rd, 2008 6:07 pm ET

this is the highest form of madness from hillary. it is time for the supperdelegate to end the race .

Another Foreigner   May 23rd, 2008 6:07 pm ET

She better pray long and hard – and daily – that NOTHING happens to Obama. Because if it does, all fingers will be pointed at her. Including mine.

noobama   May 23rd, 2008 6:07 pm ET

I am a black female and every time Hillary make a statement it is twisted. I will not vote for Obama if he wins. I am also tired of people in the media white and black trying to speak for all black people, they dont know what we think. STOP IT

Abraham   May 23rd, 2008 6:07 pm ET

We all agree: The Superdelegates should put an end to her quest, for insanity.

Sean in Texas   May 23rd, 2008 6:06 pm ET

Typical of the misogynistic "Barak News Network" to twist everything Mrs. Clinton says. After listening to the comment it is soooo obvious that she was only saying that history shows that the primary season goes until June, before a canidate is declared. To read anything else into this shows the ignorance and/or hatred that sexist news pundits have for her. It just highlights how the media has twisted this entire election season and have abused their position to insure that Mrs. Clinton never stood a chance.

James in GA   May 23rd, 2008 6:06 pm ET

Yikes, guys. I'm a complete Obama fan and don't much care for Clinton, but this was just a gaffe. Let's not turn nothing into something.

mt   May 23rd, 2008 6:06 pm ET

all Obamistas are saying that Hillary will do everything to win. Well, does not he? Or other candidate? Isn't any race about winning?

How is that she is being picked on, accused of wrong sayings, but Obama gets away with everything he says? And his wife too. They are not any better than other candidates, they should not be treated in gloves, and the other candidates criticized, attacked all the time.

Obama's campaign is not any better than Hillary's. It is not about raising money, it is about to be a president.

Hillary has to apologize for everything she says. Obama does not have to. This is ridiculous. And unfair, double standard. She is being hit hard because she is a woman, and she dared to invade men's territory.

Will - OKC   May 23rd, 2008 6:06 pm ET

The talking heads are scrambling to "give her the benefit of the doubt" regarding this but I say ENOUGH IS ENOUGH!

The media must IMMEDIATELY stop treating Senator Clinton as adoring fans and really take her to task for this statement. This is extremely offensive to the Kennedy family, to Senator Obama and his family, as well as Americans everywhere.

CLINTON MUST DROP OUT NOW.

This is simply disgusting.

Crazy HillBilly   May 23rd, 2008 6:06 pm ET

Barack,

Don't let this CRAZY witch anywhere near the VP slot. You need a VP that won't try and kill you in the first 100 days.

martin   May 23rd, 2008 6:06 pm ET

i want barack to have a pope mobile!more security for barack!these comments are frightening the american people and we want our next president protected at all cost.i wouldn't put anything past some politicians and government officials.we've seen it before.

Gus   May 23rd, 2008 6:06 pm ET

why would she even say something so stupid, what a disgrace

JD   May 23rd, 2008 6:06 pm ET

I like how CNN focuses on Clinton's apology, much like they didn't do when Obama made his so-called "elitist" remarks in Pennsylvania…all I seem to remember from that was bash after bash from every side.

stay biased CNN! your news coverage really is worthy!

OBAMA 08

PS I was being sarcastic.

Noreen   May 23rd, 2008 6:06 pm ET

1. The California primary this year was in March! History does not help her now!
2. How stupid does she think we are?
3. I hope she doesn't want what happened to Bobby Kennedy to happen to Barack Obama.
4. Will the democratic paprty please shut her down?

Sam Allen, Oklahoma   May 23rd, 2008 6:05 pm ET

Hillary is just telling it like it is. This is the most violent country in the world that has shot at least 4 Presidents. If Obama can't take the strain, then drop out.

Steve   May 23rd, 2008 6:05 pm ET

I Can't believe that Hillary is now hoping her rival will get shot. Only a Clinton!

Dylan   May 23rd, 2008 6:05 pm ET

First off, Im an Obama supporter.

While these comments can be misconstrued, lets not blow it out of proportion here. I highly doubt she truly intended these comments to be offensive in any way.

You should all be ashamed of yourselves, obama and hillary supporters. The greatest enemy of the democratic party isnt the republican party…its the democratic party. We always allow ourselves to get divided. The fact of the matter is, when it comes down to it…the republicans always manage to unite behind their candidate….and the reason we dont win is because we get caught up in irrational emotions and petty differences that we hand them the white house or congress or whatever. WE NEED TO UNITE!!! If hillary wins I would vote for her because in spite of all that happens, I still respect and love her for the fact that she is on the right side and would be a great president. I hope Obama wins….but I hope even more that you all are mature enough not to throw away another election just because you narrow your vision…..This country cannot survive another 4 years of a republican administration…don't make the mistake of pettiness. Stand up for your party and for what is right.

Tarheel for Unity   May 23rd, 2008 6:05 pm ET

She is a wolf in sheep's clothing!

James   May 23rd, 2008 6:05 pm ET

Dont think theres anything crazy to criticize here, im for Obama but theres nothing here to talk about people. Media looking for a frenzy or as stated before "slow news day". They do the same to Obama, nothing new. Vote Dem, none of this crossing over people, thats just out there. id really like to not see the presidency turn into a dynasty, that goes a little too far for America thats for sure, starting a father son husband wife trend, give me a break. But whatever id rather see Clinton win over McCain any day.

Math Wiz   May 23rd, 2008 6:05 pm ET

This is a big deal!! Actually, it isn't, it is just poor word usage. However, in a primary season where poor word usage has been a focal point (i.e.'bitter',) Clinton, by her own standards, should be lambasted. It won't happen; if she hasn't been pummeled yet, she certainly won't be now. It just makes it more humorous when I hear Hillary supporters vent that this election hasn't been fair. They are right: any other politician would've been tarred and feathered for saying a quarter of the things that have come directly from her mouth.

Staying in context, however, she once again shot herself in the foot. While she wanted to focus on June, the real commonality between Bill and RFK was California. Formerly, when California's primary was held in June, she would have an argument to stay in the race because there were enough delegates for her to catch up. Unfortunately, that doesn't apply here because even if she wins every unpledged delegate left (not including super-delegates, mind you,) she will still be trailing Obama. She should probably go back to the drawing board and find a better excuse to stay in the race and undermine Obama for another shot in 2012. Truly, she is a pathetic politician.

RB, Raleigh North Carolina   May 23rd, 2008 6:05 pm ET

Enough already, every time this woman opens her mouth she inserts her foot.

HILL ALL THE WAY   May 23rd, 2008 6:05 pm ET

hillary is a senator in the seat of RFK—-\\\\

I AM SURE –RFK,S family has endorsed her too

so i am sure –it was just a mix -up

obamabote— GOT KOOLAID???

ANG/Houston   May 23rd, 2008 6:05 pm ET

PEOPLE PRAY….PLEASE PRAY OVER BARACK AND HIS FAMILY…
PEOPLE PRAY…PLEASE, PLEASE PRAY1

They are up to something, don't dismiss what she said – there is a underlining meaning here – if you listen to her apology – she NEVER said she was not implying any harm to come upon Barack – she only aplogized to the Kennedys.

Read between the lines and PRAY PEOPLE!!

Carl TX   May 23rd, 2008 6:05 pm ET

You people are absolutely shameless for intentionally blowing Hillary's comments out of context. It is very clear what she meant and only the wild-eyed Obamamaniacs would try to twist it into something evil. Either that or you are all too stupid to comprehend simple English. YOU are the ones who are disgusting!! (I know, I know, CNN will probably refuse to post this because it is not along their line of bias.)

White Guy for Obama   May 23rd, 2008 6:05 pm ET

Barack increase your security. This evil heifer may make good on this threat for political gain. I can see her following through with this.

Mark my word! If anything happens to Obama, look to the Clinton's. Look at the list of people that have died just knowing them.

If something happens to Obama, the DNC should not look to HRC as a replacement.

Obama/ Edwards '08, '12

Keep it in mind   May 23rd, 2008 6:05 pm ET

Uhhhh….Hillary? Please remember, as you play fast and loose with the rules in the Democratic Party, that plotting the demise of your opponent isn't an option……. You got away with it in the Vince Foster case (suicide..yeah, right). You won't get away with it this time. Keep your hands where we can see 'em pardner.

PA Voter 2008   May 23rd, 2008 6:04 pm ET

For heaven's sake, don't you get tired making mountains out of molehills everyone? From the news reports I heard you would have thought that she threatened him. Then I heard the clip. Nothing as usual, but drama drama drama from obama and the media. It was nothing more than a historic reference.

You morons.

FORMER Hillary Supporter   May 23rd, 2008 6:04 pm ET

Ok, ok ok. I see it now. Hillary IS a monster!

Canadian Observer   May 23rd, 2008 6:04 pm ET

Hillary's RFK remarks are appalling!

Her comments are, unfortunately, as dangerous as Mike Huckabee's joke gone wrong a few days ago.

Rolanda From Memphis   May 23rd, 2008 6:04 pm ET

I'm just dumb founded. I'm african american and I spend enough time convincing people not to worry about Obama being killed and to support/vote him. Now this……….

Please go away Hillary!

Allie in Seattle   May 23rd, 2008 6:04 pm ET

Superdelegates: Get some guts!

Cindy   May 23rd, 2008 6:04 pm ET

And is JFK/LBJ the justification for seeking the veep position?

Freudian slip. There goes the veep job, too…

Bill   May 23rd, 2008 6:04 pm ET

Hillary's problem solving capability:
1. Press the button,
2. Obliteration,
3. Problem solved!

TKSmith   May 23rd, 2008 6:04 pm ET

Wow! And Bill Clintons response… I did not have sexual relations with Monica uh sorry! totally different issue that is all.

J. McKinney   May 23rd, 2008 6:04 pm ET

WHY ARE YOU NOT POSTING MY COMMENTS?
IS IT BECAUSE I AM SAYING SOMETHING IN DEFENSE OF HILLARY?
ARE YOU ONLY POSTING THE NUTS HERE WHO CAN'T UNDERSTAND A SENSIBLE COMMENT FROM HILLARY–THAT RFK WAS STILL CAMPAIGNING IN JUNE, SO THIS CAMPAIGN WS NOT GOING ON ANY LONGER THAN OTHERS HAVE. GET A GRIP, PEOPLE!

Kevin, Little Rock   May 23rd, 2008 6:03 pm ET

OK THAT'S IT! I am REALLY embarrased to be from the same state where:

1. After the support he had during his time as governor and president from blacks, Bill accuses Obama of playing the race card.

2. Mike Huckabee embarrasing himself because he don't when to drop out and making a BAD joke about someone aiming a gun at Obama.

3. HRC, just like Huckabee, don't know when to drop, playing the gender card, and NOW hoping that a tragedy that happend to RFK be the same to Obama so she can become President.

I am really PISSED OFF! No more will I go to the Clinton Library here in Little Rock unless Obama is there.

NoHillaryOnVpTicket   May 23rd, 2008 6:03 pm ET

The Superdelegates are now playing games… all of a sudden OBAMA is not getting those daily endorsements. What's up with that. Well they better get with the program…. Hillary will definately loose to MCBush. She is hoping for an Bad things to happen to OBAMA in June. She can not explain this… and I am tired of the Supers giving her special treatment because of her name and race. Get her out of this race!

Ratgurl   May 23rd, 2008 6:03 pm ET

Obama, watch your back… that sounded like a (not so subtle) threat.

58 old white ladies for OBAMA   May 23rd, 2008 6:03 pm ET

MINDLESS & HEARTLESS

OUR GROUP WILL NOT HAVE ANY OTHER COMMENT ON HILLBILLI.

Venus   May 23rd, 2008 6:03 pm ET

Obama and camp………….

Let her sqim on this one! She blew up Obama's bitter comments!

I want to see the meida give this 24/7 til June 3, 2008!

Mike Oliver   May 23rd, 2008 6:02 pm ET

Hillary and her unfaithful husband will say and do anything to get back in the Whitehouse. Obama should increase his security and keep and eye over his shoulder. The Clintons now want John McCain to win the election so Hillary can run again in 2012.

Stefny   May 23rd, 2008 6:00 pm ET

Clearly, the folks opposed to Hilary are thinking into things too much for their own good. Facts are Facts people….

Diane Panama City Fl   May 23rd, 2008 5:59 pm ET

Quoting from another comment about Clinton's statements today posted on another site, "she has just given some redneck, bigot Manchurian candidate out there the green light".

WELMA   May 23rd, 2008 5:58 pm ET

THIS IS NOT NORMALL!!!!!!!!

Lisa   May 23rd, 2008 5:58 pm ET

Hillary you said words don't have meaning? I beginning to beleive you truly believe that! WOW! So sad- That hurt me!

Neil   May 23rd, 2008 5:58 pm ET

I thought we started this campaign with two great candidates. Hillary has been such a disappointment as to her integrity. They can spin anything into how she desires. She is so self centered and I am quite tired of hearing how her actions are for concern of democratic process. It is all about her. Her logic totally disgusts me.

FreeThinker   May 23rd, 2008 5:58 pm ET

I do not know how anyone in there right mind could defend this woman. People are putting identity politics over common sense. Come on people this lady can not even lead herself let alone lead this country.

The Patriot   May 23rd, 2008 5:57 pm ET

God, you people are so stupid.

Quanda   May 23rd, 2008 5:57 pm ET

Wow…a few of you need to take a chill pill (or maybe more than one). Either that, or you're a bunch of irrational fools.

James Carville   May 23rd, 2008 5:57 pm ET

Obama! Watch your back! Hillary knows people in NYC who do "wet work".

I saw this coming!

Pervis   May 23rd, 2008 5:57 pm ET

Hillary just lost my vote!! I'm an Independent,but Super Delegates PLEASE END this NOW!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Donald Winston-Day   May 23rd, 2008 5:57 pm ET

I really couldn't believe she had said that in the first place. She's more than done now, and for all the speculators I'm starting to think that tere is absolutely no chance of a Hill Obama ticket. Shameful…

Venus   May 23rd, 2008 5:56 pm ET

This is the 2nd Time she has said this!!!!

Step up the secrity for Obama!

Adele   May 23rd, 2008 5:56 pm ET

I guess she is hoping that if he gets shot she will then become the nominee. Its a sad day in America.

Aziz Virani   May 23rd, 2008 5:56 pm ET

It was most inappropriate and insensitive, My sense is she was comparing the Obama campaign and his supporters as a lynching party, Along the lines bunch of Sexist, who should get out of the Kitchen if they can't stand the heat, etc, This is but another right wing conspiracy against Clintons. Yeah Right!! on Hillary!!!!!!!

Bill in Southie   May 23rd, 2008 5:56 pm ET

Every time I think I've seen her sink to a new low, she does it again. It's amazing!

Dealt   May 23rd, 2008 5:56 pm ET

At the very least the lady hasn't a shred of common-sense. Hopefully no nut case will take this as a 007 license to kill. But nut-cases exist as has been proved by recent events. Even if this most recent sample of misspeaking is innocent (which I suspect isn't) she should know better. At best it's a complete absence of judgement.

Jennifer from Atlanta   May 23rd, 2008 5:56 pm ET

Superdelegates have GOT to put this to an end to stop this psychotic behavior on the part of this wretched excuse for a human being. How can any parent make these kind of references regarding the father of 2 innocent little girls. I cannot believe she had my support. This makes me sick to my stomach!

NoHillaryOnVpTicket   May 23rd, 2008 5:56 pm ET

She is sooooooooo desperate to win…. that now she is hoping that something bad happens to Obama so that she can become the nominee… I guess she is finally realizing that she has no other options. She's a disgrace.

mj   May 23rd, 2008 5:56 pm ET

I am an Obama supporter. I believe the comment was misspoken. Everyone makes awkwardly worded statements at times. Obama did it with the ‘bitter’ comment. Wouldn’t it be nice if we could actually focus on issues instead of every time someone puts words together in a clumsy manner?

Obama (on the issues) 08

grant langdon   May 23rd, 2008 5:56 pm ET

The inference from Oboma is it suggeste to some unknown person might try to kill oboma . No one would have heard the comment unless the news paper board that was granted an interview didin't publicise it. Why should Clinton have to explain the comment and not the news orginization? The news paper is the guilty one.

No Hillary   May 23rd, 2008 5:56 pm ET

No apologies Hillary… we know that u are out of ur mind.

Jimi NY   May 23rd, 2008 5:56 pm ET

If Obama said this can you imagine the spin she'd put on it? Just like if Obama was behind and he was the one that wanted Florida and Michigan recounted. She would go off on him! It's time for this lady to exit. Put a fork in it . . . Leave was some dignity. I know she can't believe that she's lost, but she has. End of story . . .

Former Clinton Supporter   May 23rd, 2008 5:56 pm ET

I am so ashamed that I ever supported Hillary. Many things have changed since I cast my vote for her here in PA on April 22nd. I will be voting for the presumtive Democratic nominee Barack Obama on November 4th. I am so amazed and proud of how he always takes the high road despite negative comments. This 67 year old white woman will be voting for Obama guys. After all he could be my son, for those of you who have forgotten that he is of mixed ancestry. So people who are afriad to vote for him for racial reasons, remember that he is also half of you and a part of us all.

58 old white ladies for OBAMA   May 23rd, 2008 5:56 pm ET

THIS WOMAN IS MINDLESS& HEARTLESS.

SHE FULLY DESEARVS OUR CONTEMPT,

IF WE CALL OURSELVES DECENT PEOPLE.

Linned   May 23rd, 2008 5:56 pm ET

Senator Clinton has gone way too far. The Kennedy family has been nothing but good to this country and with Senator Ted Kennedy health crises – what more should this famly have to deal with at one time. Tired or whatever – go get some rest. If gut feeling about not voting for her didn't this last statement did.

Ratgurl   May 23rd, 2008 5:56 pm ET

INVESTIGATE HER NOW!!!!

Drop out, Hillary – you are clearly IINSANE!!!

Sukie   May 23rd, 2008 5:56 pm ET

Hey KIDS! Newbies! Junior Voters!

All of you who are criticizing Hillary! Again! Have you nothing better to do? How about getting back to work! Or go get a second job, you will need it.

I was around when RFK was murdered in Los Angeles. Maybe we need to say MORE about it. Are our candidates being protected enough? I don't think so.

CNN, why not all go on vacation early today?

Steven Gibson   May 23rd, 2008 5:55 pm ET

I don't believe Hillary meant it the way it sounds. But it sounds really bad. A strong reason for her not to be President.

Mike in Scranton, PA   May 23rd, 2008 5:55 pm ET

Give me a break. There is no news here. As Obama is fond of saying whenever anyone even tries to begin to look at any of his comments, "this is a mere distraction."

It's amazing to me how Obama has to be treated with kid gloves or his camp and the media pounce all over everyone, but yet they can make mountains out of molehills.

Obama is just not ready to be President.

And, by the way, one does not have to be a "white blue collar worker" to support HRC as one of the snide comments above have suggested. I, for one, believe that HRC is the stronger candidate, and I have a graduate level education and am doing q

Adele   May 23rd, 2008 5:55 pm ET

Obama did not put the WORDS in Hillary's mouth. So do not blame Obama for her stupid comments. She could have said what she said wiith out using that word.

Liza   May 23rd, 2008 5:55 pm ET

She referenced that it's not unusal for primaries to run into June. Well, thank goodness June is only one week away.

Jeanie in Oregon has Hope and wants change   May 23rd, 2008 5:55 pm ET

Any of you who defend her…..

ARE NO BETTER THAN SHE IS !!!!

She does not make misstatements, everything she does is calculated

Thompson   May 23rd, 2008 5:55 pm ET

You better watch your back Obama!!!

BIG ED   May 23rd, 2008 5:55 pm ET

If she keeps this up, she may not only lose the presidential nomination but her Senate seat as well.

Mary   May 23rd, 2008 5:55 pm ET

This is a dangerous woman. Who needs this in the White House? Bill Clinton need to get her some help A.S.A.P.

K.Lee   May 23rd, 2008 5:55 pm ET

No comment! *shakes head*

Obama '08

Chris in Va.   May 23rd, 2008 5:54 pm ET

It certainly wouldn't be the first time someone who got in the way of Clinton ambitions met with an untimely "accident".

Eledonkey   May 23rd, 2008 5:54 pm ET

This is A heads up for Obama she has something up Her Sleeve.
Many people have had Deathly accidents under the Clintons , Youtube it and it is STAGGERING that so many poeple who the Clintons wanted out of the way Had meet there fate in accidents .
She should be investigated and arrested for make Secret instructions like Huckabee. this is no accident, She planned this all along Know the contracts he probly has out on him.
Please watch this Lady and others around her…………..

tlp   May 23rd, 2008 5:54 pm ET

the reading comprehension skills hinted at by all these comments is astounding. did anybody actually read what she said? has everybody gotten so used to having our country run by such a bunch of intellectual lightweights that they cannot recognize a historical reference when they see one? there was no improper use here. anybody who interprets this remark as one ominously foreshadowing are reason to hang in there until June is just ridiculous. give me a break. oh yeah and another thing, I had rather have a smart lawyer (either one of them) run this country anyday. cnn, terrible, biased reporting, just terrible.

monica   May 23rd, 2008 5:54 pm ET

Hillary, you digust me. GO AWAY.

Bhaskar Dobhal   May 23rd, 2008 5:54 pm ET

I would like to ask Americans why they are not suporting Hillary Clinton. Mr. Clinton was the greatest President of the USA. on behaf of him Hillary is a very carismatic lady and could do much more to the America and rest of the world. please give her a chance in this election on November 2008 to become a lady president of America. I also would say barak Obama is also young and doing well but he could run the election in 2013.
Bhaskar

Jane   May 23rd, 2008 5:54 pm ET

I haven't even read through these "Comments" yet, and I can already anticipate numerous hate-filled from the Obama people who vent here, jumping at any opportunity to insult Sen. Clinton. Amazing.

DB   May 23rd, 2008 5:54 pm ET

Agree with the comments of playing the victim, using the gender card, saying and doing what she thinks it will take, playing both sides with Fla and Michigan, etc. But I'm also wondering why has no one mentioned the flawed judgement of a "leader" who is 20 million dollars in debt and keeps digging the hole and disregards expert opinions on the economy. Of course no one is mentioning the wisdom of people who think all of this is okay just to get a woman in the White House. I am a woman, and Ms. Clinton does nothing to further women or to indicate she's anything different than the males that have come before her. She's the same, just in a woman's body. We don't need a leader who will bankrupt America just to make a point.

jeff - Dallas   May 23rd, 2008 5:54 pm ET

How many times can she mis-speak? How would she present herself to leaders of the rest of the world with all of her mis-speaks?

Obama 08

obama - supporter - arkansas   May 23rd, 2008 5:54 pm ET

HILLARY HAS LOST MORE THEN THE NOMINATION

she has lost her mind

SHE MAY THINK SOME OF HER LOONEY TOONE FOLLRWERS WILL FOLLOW THRU WITH WHAT IS ON HER MIND DEEP DOWN IN SIDE.
WE NEED TO SAY A PREYER FOR HER IN THE WORST WAY

SLICK BILL PUT THE LEASE OFF YOUR NECK AND PUT IT ON HER QUICKKKKKKKKKKK

Faye of Ohio   May 23rd, 2008 5:54 pm ET

Is there a reason my comments never get included??!!

beverley   May 23rd, 2008 5:54 pm ET

THE SUBCONSCIOUS COULD NOT HOLD THAT IN ANY LONGER, WITH THAT DEGREE OF DESPERATION, IT HAD TO COME TO SURFACE. SHE HAS NOW LOST CONTROL AND A LOT MORE IS GOING TO COME OUT. IF ANYTHING HAPPENS TO SENATOR OBAMA, ……………….THAT'S WHAT SHE'S WISHING FOR, AND WHO KNOWS IF SHE'S NOT PLANNING IT.

patrick   May 23rd, 2008 5:54 pm ET

for all of you hillary fans are just nuts she seems to have brokered a deal with some of her appalachain friends to hurt (or worse) can you say wv or ky. people begging for hillary dont even know this woman she is sic and blinded by power can you say vince foster not again super delegates if obama is killed who is the default nominee none other than hrc. get a clue and end this so barack can select a second person in case something happens to him. i know it was a mistake and guess what you blew it because you let your plan slip out!!!!!! whatare super delegates for

jmarie   May 23rd, 2008 5:54 pm ET

How do we align ourselves and get in front of her campaign to say "STOP" . are there websites? Howard Dean's cell phone? or???

Toni, CA   May 23rd, 2008 5:54 pm ET

Sounds like she's dancing on Robert's grave. What a nutcase.

I'm angry at the superdelegates for making us wait so long. I don't think they're so super because they don't have guts, or brains. They all seem so afraid of the Clintons. Come out, come out wherever you are. Jeesh.

David   May 23rd, 2008 5:54 pm ET

Freudian Slip – a definition

"Thoughts (that) are consciously repressed and then unconsciously released."

William, CA.   May 23rd, 2008 5:53 pm ET

Enough of this, already! Just fade away……………………….

Michael   May 23rd, 2008 5:53 pm ET

This is not as bad as her telling the country how concerned she is for all voters rights when she is trying to over turn pledge delegates count saying they have a right to change their support. What about the voters rights then Hillary? Come on people, she will do and say anything to win this. Stop voting for her just because she is a woman. If a Man had made all these lies and misstatements would you vote for him?

Jeanne, San Diego   May 23rd, 2008 5:53 pm ET

Sounds like the fat lady is about to sing. The Clinton race for the White House is over.

pavel   May 23rd, 2008 5:53 pm ET

Yes We can

but McCan't

Hope   May 23rd, 2008 5:53 pm ET

That is what she is counting on. She realizes she can't win with her mind. Her and her husband are devils.

Rosanne Schumsky   May 23rd, 2008 5:53 pm ET

How come these politicians get away with making comments like that but a normal person would be hauled away and fingerprinted!!!!!
An apology is not enough. They should be hauled away like anyone else!!!

John Stevens   May 23rd, 2008 5:53 pm ET

Clearly this is twisted reporting – she has made reference to many primary seasons going late into the year – and the way it's now structured with no winner-take-all primaries – there will be more if not changed.

I support Clinton but now expect Obama to be the nominee. As for the election, I'm not sure who will get the presidency given Obama's lack of support in Middle America,

Kenny   May 23rd, 2008 5:53 pm ET

EVIL IN ALL RAMIFICATION!

Brian   May 23rd, 2008 5:53 pm ET

I just feel that this whole thing is getting out of hand. Its clear that Hillary has had a chance to hold the lead and win the primary. She lost to Barrack fair and square and of course lost lead. With that, thats when all this negative talk started. So its not like she will take the win at this point, so we all need to show some maturity and rally behind Obama…thats what Im going to do even though I did start out as a Hillary supporter.

Shannon Bowling Green, KY   May 23rd, 2008 5:53 pm ET

She has NOTHING to be sorry for! If it happens, it happens – and I think the Democrats NEED her to stay in just in case it DOES happen. Then we could all rally around the STRONGEST candidate. FINALLY, some change **I** can believe in!

Brenda   May 23rd, 2008 5:53 pm ET

This statement really gave me the chills..

Debbie   May 23rd, 2008 5:53 pm ET

Hillary has dug her grave even further after this comment. When Kennedy was killed it was a terrible turning point for our country. There is no excuse for such a comment. Are you implying that something bad will happen to Mr. Obama. Shame on you Hillary. When will it end.

Dusacre   May 23rd, 2008 5:53 pm ET

Hillary,

Please think of the good of the party

AngloBlues   May 23rd, 2008 5:53 pm ET

David Gergan said it best on CNN two weeks ago. "if Obama has Hillary in the VP spot, he's going to need a taste tester." I was wondering if she could sink any lower.

Eric Parker in Oregon   May 23rd, 2008 5:52 pm ET

This only shows how far she will go and how much more sugar she can add to her ever sweetening Clinton Kool-Aid that she seems to give her entusiastically guzzling followers on a daily dosage basis. I would not be suprised if she started to wear the robes that go with such sickingly sweet Kool-Aid.

joe   May 23rd, 2008 5:52 pm ET

I was for her until now.
No longer. Flabbergasting, shivering. She is SICK.

mya   May 23rd, 2008 5:52 pm ET

In bad taste sen Clinton, i'd like to give you the benefit of doubt here, but it was in bad taste.

Susan, Paducah, Kentucky   May 23rd, 2008 5:52 pm ET

I think maybe the police should reopen the Vince Foster death investigation. Its time for the superdelegates to end this primary.

casage   May 23rd, 2008 5:52 pm ET

There are just no words, no excuse, and no reasonable explanation for these OUTRAGEOUS REMARKS!

Hillary is a dis-grace (there is nothing graceful or gracious about her) to the DNC to the people who sincerely want to believe that her motives are for the GOOD OF THE COUNTRY and any other lie that they can think up.

SHE IS A MONSTER with a capital M – period!!!!1

Greg   May 23rd, 2008 5:52 pm ET

YOU ARE A PECIE OF WORK I WOULD CALL YOU A LADY BUT ALL OFF THE TRUE LADIES WOULD GET UPSET GO AWAY !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!. PLEASE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!.

Sharon   May 23rd, 2008 5:52 pm ET

O dear God, she has gone crazy. Stop this madness now.

Jim, MI   May 23rd, 2008 5:52 pm ET

Hillary should be held responsible for any thing armful that happens to Barack. She again has shown that she will stop at nothing, even if it means crushing any obstacle (human or political) that may stand between her and her ambition.

John Poggendorf; Prescott, AZ   May 23rd, 2008 5:52 pm ET

What a remarkable woman Hillary Clinton consistently demonstrates she truly is: Articulate, Mentally Agile, Historically Well Versed, Noble, Selfless, Staunch and Unflappable even in the face of imminent danger, Breathtaking Ethical Standards, Executive-level Comportment and Composure…..and more. Truly an amazing woman to behold!!!

And if all that weren't enough, for her in the face of the Strum und Drang through which she has been consistently immersed, to be willing to serve at such a level and volunteer for duty should her primary opponent for the Democratic nomination have an accident, or worse…..well, we should all just look embracingly to our lucky stars that someone with her bottomless credentials and enduring commitment to public service has miraculously appeared in our time of utmost need.

The only real puzzlement now is how her campaign, now millions in debt, will pay for the hit on Obama should her recent comments not motivate some psychopath to attempt planting their wretched flag in the history books for free.

brenda ,minnesota   May 23rd, 2008 5:52 pm ET

she is crazy!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Kathie, Ontario . Canada   May 23rd, 2008 5:52 pm ET

How interesting.. The double standard rears it's ugly head again.
All these Obama supporters are so outraged at what she innocently
said. Yet, they had no outrage when THEIR candidate OBAMA
MOCKED the way John Kennedy spoke in one of his speeches.
Turned a blind eye then didn't you and his was INTENTIONAL..

harold parrott   May 23rd, 2008 5:51 pm ET

Oops…retract my comment. Robert was. (duhh misread..aplogies to the author)

Drew, Central FL   May 23rd, 2008 5:51 pm ET

Whoa! It only took her a few hours to realize this mistake. The race is getting to her. Otherwise, this latest gaffe is just unforgiveable.

Say goodbye to that VP slot. Even some or your hardcore supporters are going to have a problem with that one.

joseph   May 23rd, 2008 5:51 pm ET

Yet another disastrous statement by Hillary Clinton!. What a shame. It is now confirmed that she can do ANYTHING TO GET ELECTED. Voters have said no. If you still have any dignity left, get out now. Nothing will happen to Obama, if you are thinking on the contrary you are doing yourself, because God is on Obama side. He will be president for 2 terms in USA, that is his covenant with God period.

Terry   May 23rd, 2008 5:51 pm ET

She needs to apologize to Barack Obama personally. Unbelievable these words would come out of her mouth…is there nothing she won't do or say in this campaign? It really is sad.

Donna from NY   May 23rd, 2008 5:51 pm ET

How can anyone think that this woman can represent women is a puzzle to me. She has proven to be someone you wouldn't want anywhere near you or your daughters. The vile, demeaning, disgusting, devise garbage that consistently comes out of her mouth should be revolting to most people. Are we so desperate as women that we would embrace this type of creature who we would probably scorn if we had any dealing with her?

THIS IS NOT THE TYPE OF WOMAN I WANT MY DAUGHTER TO GROW UP TO BE!

DO WE LOSE ALL OUR DECENCY TO ACHIEVE POWER??

I DON'T WANT THIS CREATURE USING HER GENDER TO MANIPULATE WOMEN FOR HER OWN ENDS!

WOMEN- WAKE UP! DISMISS THIS FALSE SISTER IN OUR MIST!

Tom - NY   May 23rd, 2008 5:51 pm ET

Wah??? Why would Hillary make such a vial reference to RFK? Her comment now gives Obama a reason not choose Her as his VP. Sad, i was hoping the 2 would run together.

Dee, Tx   May 23rd, 2008 5:51 pm ET

Wow…Bill and Chelesa need to go get Hillary and take her to the house for some R&R no shame in that. She is losing it BIG TIME.

Tammy - KCMO   May 23rd, 2008 5:51 pm ET

As much as I dislike Hillary I don't think this misspeak on her part was intentional.

Dobie Gillis   May 23rd, 2008 5:51 pm ET

It never occurred to me that Hillary was doing anything more than referencing a date, a time period. Regarding dates, I still do the same thing when it comes to November 22nd, but I mean no disrespect to anyone. I guess if you WANT to find something wrong, you will. If you WANT to be offended, you will be. If you WANT to think in the negative, you will. Pity. I’m not even a Hillary fan, but I’m sorry she’s going thru this mess. Uninformed people often have that tendency to over react, and this being the election year that it is; there are far more uninformed people than ever! I repeat…pity!

Ron   May 23rd, 2008 5:51 pm ET

Senator Clinton was historically correct, and her remarks are not worthy of censure. If Senator Obama is going to be that thin-skinned, he needs to reconsider running for the presidency. I don't believe she had any ill intent, and to try to wring something sinister out of it is pathetic to say the least.

Chris in Va.   May 23rd, 2008 5:51 pm ET

If this is not a reason not to offer the VP to this egotistical maniac I don't know what is. I would not put such a thing past this low life. Hillary Clinton, you are truly a disgusting excuse for a human being.

Peter Damoah-Afari   May 23rd, 2008 5:51 pm ET

Where are the undecided superdelegates…………Is this also a good argument for her to stay in the race. Get up and act like sensible people.

gretchen santa cruz ca   May 23rd, 2008 5:51 pm ET

Unfortunately we as a Nation have a grim history of violence in this country. She simply stated a fact, it is our dark history and one that continues to play out in our schools, in work environments and much too often in suburban homes with heinous crimes against women and children. Wake up bloggers anything can happen when a country such as ours is in such turmoil- just read the disrespect in your own words. Hillary speaks the truth.

Stephanie   May 23rd, 2008 5:51 pm ET

I thought Obama supporters are well educated. May be the educated ones respond to blogs elsewhere. Oops, even elsewhere there are no intelligent comments from Obama supporters. You all should crawl back under your various rocks and stay there.

Michael Mends   May 23rd, 2008 5:51 pm ET

CNN get a grip. Thoughtful postings are never posted except such outrageous comments depicting one perspective-anti-Hillary rhetoric.
Look at all the posts and they are pro-Obama posts by a mile. Why do you not show fair and balance?

Michael, Modesto

RC Carolina   May 23rd, 2008 5:51 pm ET

Where's her apology to Obama?

suzy   May 23rd, 2008 5:51 pm ET

My God people – she is stating history.
Since when is that wrong?
The Obama supporters are all looking for something, anything…
but this is just not it.
However tragic, history and facts can't be denied.
She should not be so attacked for this true statement.

Keep looking.

Former HRC Supporter   May 23rd, 2008 5:51 pm ET

Hillary -

You don't need to stay in the race … just in case something happens to Barack…

Don't you think if something did happen to him and you were, at the time vacationing with Bill on the beach at Sandals, that the DNC would come with a "Draft Hillary" campaign?

Stop using the "I'm looking out for the party" justification … that dog don't hung

James, SC   May 23rd, 2008 5:51 pm ET

This woman is just plain stupid. All that formal educaion, and all the public exposure yet she has not learned a thing. Stupid, stupid, stupid!

Dolores Genna   May 23rd, 2008 5:50 pm ET

I seriously object the way Wolf Blitzer tries to start something with everything Hillary Clinton says. I heard what she said and I recognuzed that she was making a comparison to her run with the Robert Kenedy run which was still going on in June and her husband's run which he did not win until June. he had to make it a personal issue and claim she was insulting to the kennedy family. An hour later and he is stilk bringing it up. He had paul Begals on and he tried ti get him to say she did something wrong. What goes on with him in the Situation Room is a disgrace. And jack Cafferty who I"ve always liked is doing the same thing. They are supposed to be impartial and they are becoming extremely partial to anyone but Hillary. They should remember if you can't say anything nice, then don't say anything at all. I guess this won;'t make it to TV because it is not very complimentary to Wolf Blitzer, the most biased man I've seen on TV.

John   May 23rd, 2008 5:50 pm ET

Have you no shame? You have finally stooped lower than ever.

John San Francisco   May 23rd, 2008 5:50 pm ET

she made the reference to say, "Maybe something will happen to Mr. Obama by June"

God knows that Hilary has made every attempt to get Americans to hate Mr. Obama.

But once again, they give Hillary the benefit of the doubt.

Keith   May 23rd, 2008 5:50 pm ET

Can someone please duct tape this woman's mouth already?

Peter Damoah-Afari   May 23rd, 2008 5:50 pm ET

This is too low…………. Shame on her.

Barbara   May 23rd, 2008 5:50 pm ET

I believe this to have been a Freudian slip.

Clinton Dems for McCain   May 23rd, 2008 5:50 pm ET

Oh C'mon. You Obamabots are awful…

Hillary has been on the campain trail how long. So it wasn't worded exactly the way she intended..

This is a non-issue CNN. Keep dolling out this dribble.

No wonder you can't catch up with Fox's ratings. I might as well read the National Inquirer.

NewsFlash "Obama is pregnant with Alien Baby"

Good Grief!

Bob, Yuma,AZ   May 23rd, 2008 5:50 pm ET

Shame!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! she is outrageous. If this is a blunder, then she is worth as president of America. It shows her thinking is so low that she can go any low level.

Sara, Wisconsin   May 23rd, 2008 5:50 pm ET

Its time to call in Hillary's liclense to run.
The DNC can really afford to tell her they no longer wish to have her representing them any more.

Maribel   May 23rd, 2008 5:50 pm ET

Finally! CNN covers Clinton after Kentucky!
It's SICK to see Woolf (as in Wolf) and the rest of the so-called 'experts' fall all over themselves in 'analyzing' the statement.
Goodie! Now they can say something really BAD about HC. Hey, how about bringing Dr Phil on board? He can spill out some psychobabble to explain the 'real' truth behind the statement. Look, you couldn't say anything good all week. You totally buried her. Of course, Teddy Kennedy's dramatic news changed the tempo, as it should. But now, you're back! I think you should cut to the chase and DEMAND that Obama be anointed into the presidency. Better still, have him be king. KING of FOOLS.
Current Clinton supporter, November VOTE for McCain.

Nancy   May 23rd, 2008 5:50 pm ET

Like none of you have ever disliked someone. Come on get real. I don't care personally if anything happens to him, someone might be out there enough to hate him and try something. Who knows. Someone was out there and disliked the Kennedy's.

Holden Litgo   May 23rd, 2008 5:50 pm ET

First, know that I am an Obama supporter since the beginning. Now, to the point: Senator Clinton made an unfortunate historical reference given the subject matter but in no way meant to invoke anything more than a calendaric reference to other extended primary campaigns and the fact that nothing can be taken for granted. These vitriolic attacks among Democrats must stop in order to defeat McSame. See these feelings you're experiencing for what they are: transference of anger from nearly 8 unbearable and morally unacceptable years of the ineptitude of Bush and Co. The woman is running hard for the most important position in the world. While I don't see her being the best suited emotionally for the job, I hope we would try to understand the pressures of fighting for the opportunity to serve as President. She's not the enemy. The ignorance of the Republican party is the enemy. We must be united to defeat it and get the country back on track. In this case, given the gravity of the subject matter and its consequences, I take her at her word that the Kennedy family is on her mind. That's how minds work. Hers is a good one. Yes, she's ambitious. You have to be to want to run for president. But she's not evil. Cut her some slack and start to heal the wounds caused by this campaign so we can defeat the true enemies of all that is good and right with our country; The Republican Party.

Hillary? Are you kidding?   May 23rd, 2008 5:50 pm ET

Apparently an attempt to add Barack Obama to their mantle of awards: Ron Brown and Vince Foster.

Sam   May 23rd, 2008 5:49 pm ET

This candidate needs a break. Maybe she should rest for a couple of years.

Darcy   May 23rd, 2008 5:49 pm ET

Hillary,

APOLOGY NOT ACCEPTED! from this Obama supporter.

I've thought all along that this was your reason for staying in the race, I just didn't expect you to articulate it.

Linda   May 23rd, 2008 5:49 pm ET

How can anyone come to her defense. Her remark was cruel and uncalled for. I don't see how CNN can dismiss this.

Eric   May 23rd, 2008 5:49 pm ET

Hillary supporters! You can't complain about the blowing out of proportion of her statements. Do you remember the bitter coments that Obama made. So, this is fair game.

lilly   May 23rd, 2008 5:49 pm ET

I will never never never vote for Obama you will lose in Nov. period.

Hans-Erik Iken   May 23rd, 2008 5:49 pm ET

For a smart woman this was an extremely dumb thing to say.

Having said that: I doubt she meant it the way it was interpreted.

I still don't like her very much, but this was just too dumb for her to be intentional.

Lets get beyond this and move on to uniting the democrats for november.

Rob   May 23rd, 2008 5:49 pm ET

this person wants to be POTUS? this is the judgement you want in the whitehouse? oops sorry hit the red button … didn;t mean it.

BJG   May 23rd, 2008 5:49 pm ET

Hillary does not have the intelligence nor the moral fiber to be running for the presidency. She is reprehensible.

linda in illinois   May 23rd, 2008 5:49 pm ET

SHE IS DELUSIONAL. SHE IS BECOMING CHARLES MASON. LET HER FOLLOWERS DON HER DIRTY WORK SHE STILL WINS!!!!

THAT WHY SHE IS COURTING THE UNEDUCATED, POOR WHITE
VOTERS. IF YOU THINK SHE LIKES THEM GO TO TAMMY BRUCE.COM AND READ WHAT SHE REALLY THINKS.

OBAMA AS YOUR SUPPORTER ,KEEP HER OUT OF THE WHITE HOUSE. NO MATTER IF SHE GOES TO DENVER DON'T MAKE HER VICE PRESIDENT. HER SUGGESTION IS SICK…..SHE NEEDS THERAPY QUICK. HOW DARE SHE BRING THIS UP WITH THE KENNEDY FAMILY FIGHTING FOR SURVIVAL OF TED.SHE NEEDS TO GET OUT OF ROBERT KENNEDY SENATE SEAT

Thomas   May 23rd, 2008 5:49 pm ET

To what levels will she stoop? I am really saden by this comment.

LaLa in KCMO   May 23rd, 2008 5:49 pm ET

She's totally lost it. She is a terrible person and I feel extremely sorry for those Hillary supporters who are buying into all of her crap. She would stab you in the back if it meant she would get the nomination.

Obama 2008 and 2012
Yes We Can. Si Se Puede.

Dave   May 23rd, 2008 5:49 pm ET

This is beyond the pale. Shocking, even from someone who has uttered so many outrageously insidious remarks in the last five months. She does not deserve another single vote.

WISDOM   May 23rd, 2008 5:49 pm ET

Just remember! This is just an accidental expose of her sub-conscience which is hidden very deep within her mind. I really hope those of you die hard Hillary supporters are not like her. Otherwise, the racial bias will never end.

I know those of who said "Hillary or vote for McCaine" are typical racist. Otherwise, I can't understand how they can say that because both Obama and Hillary's issues and plans are about 95% identical. How can you say that you're a life time DEMs when you can't even vote for when DEMs need your vote? That proves that you are a racist! Period! God bless you all.

midora   May 23rd, 2008 5:49 pm ET

If Obama puts her on the ticket,after these evil remarks, he's lost his mind!

Phil   May 23rd, 2008 5:48 pm ET

I should have proofed that before sending, lol but u get my point

Sharon   May 23rd, 2008 5:48 pm ET

These comments by Hilary Clinton were done purposely. Hilary is a seasoned political attorney and Democratic Presidential candidate. Everyone don't forget Mike Huckabee just make a comment two weeks ago, "aiming a gun at Barack Obama". This is 2008 and no one has any business meaning comments referencing bodily harm to any Presidential candidate. Both Mike Huckabee and Hilary Clinton say "whoops" didn't mean. Everyone these are too close for not noticing the repetition. Repeated suggestive comments made public to large viewer audiences and how people receive and react can be different. Remember the mentally ill react to suggestive information. Look at all the school shooting that we now have. Repetitive information to public and how they may react has been studied extensively.

Two comments inferring "bodily harm" to a Presidential Candidate in short period of time should be taken quite serious.

Waiting for her to blink   May 23rd, 2008 5:48 pm ET

She just blinked. Ballgame.

democrat   May 23rd, 2008 5:48 pm ET

i don't have a problem with hillarious clinton because she is just doing anything to win a lost battle, the people I have a problem with are the so called SUPER DELEGATES !!!!!!!! This race would have been over yesterday if they would all just come out and end this madness. The democrats are so good at screwing things up for themselves, it's like a curse.

This is their only chance to EVER get into the white house and if they blow it then THEY ARE DONE FOREVER.

I can't remember when race ever put food on my table or put gas in my car !!! So if americans have not suffered enough, then pls let's continue with the madness !!!!

Jay   May 23rd, 2008 5:48 pm ET

Just another reason why this country is not ready for a black president: They (some white folks) will murder him…

Rus in St. Paul, MN   May 23rd, 2008 5:48 pm ET

her claim that her husband didn't clinch the nomination until june is politically false: April 28, 1992 — Clinton wins Pennsylvania primary, having earned 1,466 of the 2,145 delegates needed to win. Brown has 316 delegates.

While he didn't have the delegates, and is factually true, there wasn't much of a race.

tony   May 23rd, 2008 5:48 pm ET

Obama does not have to be a martyr for us. You have a beautiful wife and children, you don't need to put up with these Klansmen (and women) who are disguised in business attire.

Diane, MD   May 23rd, 2008 5:48 pm ET

So, in other words, she's hoping something physical will happen to Barack? So she's going to hang onto this campaign, like a leach, so she can be the next in line? She will probably push him down some stairs or something, anything to win, huh Hill?

I've watched a lot of soap operas in my day, but those shows don't have anything on Hillary. Erica Kane watch out.

Tick tock already, when is Hillary getting out?

Obama 08

TamTam   May 23rd, 2008 5:48 pm ET

Whatever
People need to get over it. So she mis spoke, big figgin deal. LIke nobody else ever has.
Id rather have Hilary running the country, rather than Obama.
I dont know why people make this such a huge issue, Obama has mis spoke and he hasnt been condemned.
So come on guys, give it a break.

pam Eugene OR   May 23rd, 2008 5:48 pm ET

She reaches new "lows" every day she stays in. God Woman this is just too much for you.
I actually started with some respect for you and admiration. All GONE now Hillary. You have ruined this for any other woman for a very long time. Your desperation is disgusting.

the lowest of low   May 23rd, 2008 5:48 pm ET

Her apology only referred to the Kennedy family. Does she really pretend to not know the implications of her words for Obama? Obama doesn't say outrageous things about her, he never has.

Speechless.

Carol in California   May 23rd, 2008 5:48 pm ET

It is interesting that she apoologized to the Kennedys – where is the apology to Michelle Obama and her children for such a reckless and apalling comment? Does the Obama deserve one or does she really mean the reference?

bella   May 23rd, 2008 5:48 pm ET

I CAN NOT BELIEVE THIS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

B / NYC   May 23rd, 2008 5:48 pm ET

If ANY of you heard the interview, it is quit obvious that she DID NOT in any way intend for the comment to be tasteless…

Barrack Hussein Obama simply wanted something to make her look bad and himself better (again)… More manipulation of us for their good (remember the disappearing Rev. Wright trick?)

Read & Listen People!!!

ron   May 23rd, 2008 5:48 pm ET

There's no gray her coming from her — she clearly hoping something happens to Obama — She'll take the office anyway she can get it. She needs to remove herself immediately — all delagates should now move too Obama — Hillary just made her closing argument. She cares for no other than herself.
Let's all just face the realities; she is very damaging to the party, and the American people. Let's not forget that she said she would "obliterate" Iran, why would we want someone like that making threats to another country that we have problems with? I'm sick of war, and as an American, we should be looking past wars to solve problems, and set standards for peace, but peace doesn't make money, so there will always be wars. To me, it sounds like she's waiting for something terrible to happen to Obama. He should definately add a few more secret servicemen to his roster, I'm just saying. . . Why are these Hillary supporters still supporting this neo-con? She's definately a Republican in a democrat costume. She gets away with saying all these crazy things, why? Because she's a woman, and tell Ferraro that I said that, and let's debate on what the difference is. . .

Liliana   May 23rd, 2008 5:48 pm ET

Nation,

if you get her elected, that's what you deserve. What a SHAME!

From abroad,

L

hab   May 23rd, 2008 5:48 pm ET

Hillary, this is too low… you lost a supporter.

Pat M   May 23rd, 2008 5:48 pm ET

THIS FEEDING FRENZY here, in the Media, has to stop now! This is no longer a Campaign it's material for a MOVIE~! She made reference to an historical date that is factual and apologized if it was offensive! Get over yourselves! I think you people are a true reminder of why there the racial problem in USA is still alive and well. Listen to yourselves Obama Supporters. Read your comments and tell me how other ethnic cultures and backgrounds would attempt to befriend you. Your driving everyone away!!!!

Dayahka   May 23rd, 2008 5:47 pm ET

Clinton has made so many misstatements and uttered so many falsehoods and innuendos that one must conclude that she is either totally insane (bonkers) or that she is stupid (as in moron) or totally unscrupulous–and all three disqualify her from any political position, even dog-catcher. She should be rebuked by the Senate for behavior unbecoming a US Senator, kicked out, then sent to the Bellevue Hospital for the Mentally Insane for evaluation.

Harriet,RN   May 23rd, 2008 5:47 pm ET

Hillary is BIPOLAR. However, the devil you know is better than the angel you dont know !!!!

@americans   May 23rd, 2008 5:47 pm ET

THIS WOMAN IS OFFICIALLY CRAZY – SHE WILL NEVER BE OBAMA VEEPEE!

HILLARY IS TOAST!!!!

Sheri   May 23rd, 2008 5:47 pm ET

Guy's let's just chill out and think about the big picture. Hilliary is frustrated, hurt, in debt, delusional, in denial etc. I am an Obama supporter and I hate to see this happen to her. This is serious and I hate to see anyone go through this and I hate to see her so wounded.
I wish she would just go on and exit. It would help her and us all.

Russell   May 23rd, 2008 5:47 pm ET

Whoops…

Diane   May 23rd, 2008 5:47 pm ET

If I did not know any better, I would say this woman is a member of the Black Panther Party. "By any means necessary." Senator Obama if you had any thought of having her as a running mate, I beg you, please think again. As the little girl in the commercial says, "she's sneaky like a snake." I'm convinced we can get you in office without her or her McCain supporters. No one in their right mind wants four more years of Bush.

Debbie   May 23rd, 2008 5:47 pm ET

For God's sake! This was a totally innocuous comment! Talk about non-news! And the Obama camp saying the comment "had no place in the campaign." Give me a break! Nothing like old style political manuevering and posturing from the "candidate of change."

45 white male in PA   May 23rd, 2008 5:47 pm ET

SUPERDELEGATES IT IS TIME NOW TO END THIS. SHE HAS LOST IT BIG TIME> SHE IS DESTROYING THE PARTY> SUPERS PLEDGE FOR AND ENDORSE OBAMA NOW BEFORE THE PARTY IS FINISHED FOREVER.

Sam Adams   May 23rd, 2008 5:47 pm ET

Dems … you are truly deserving of this woman who is yet another fine product and example of your party … Good Luck ….

Jane   May 23rd, 2008 5:47 pm ET

She has lost her mind. It's time for someone to step in and take the mike away and put her in a nice little rubber room to calm down for a few months.

Blake, San Diego   May 23rd, 2008 5:47 pm ET

She just "misspoke" again. Aren't you all used to it by now?

Canadian Visitor   May 23rd, 2008 5:47 pm ET

WOW!! Another non story that the Obama supporters can use in their own twisted way to make Hillary even more of a monster than they say she is. It was not intended as anything more than a historical comment and for anyone trying to imply otherwise shows more about your own character than the statement itself. Now is CNN going to make as much of Obama's comment today that Lou Dobbs and Rush Limbaugh are mostly resposnible for the rise in hate crimes against Hispanic immigrants?

QuietStormX   May 23rd, 2008 5:47 pm ET

This was the LAST straw! No excuse for that remark over and over again toward Senator Barack Obama. Is Hillary waiting for someone supporting her to take Obama out, to win the nomination. For the women supporting this woman, I feel sorry for your selection. Someone who does not think, before opening her big mouth…

Hillary should just get out of this race and shut up.

Washington, D.C.

Dee   May 23rd, 2008 5:47 pm ET

Why is it that anything negative against Obama is viewed as racism, but it's okay to attack Hillary because she's a woman? I mean, what's all this nonsensical rambling about her pantsuits? Dems, count me out, this is so bogus…I've lost all faith in you…

D Montoya, El Paso, TX   May 23rd, 2008 5:47 pm ET

She wants to see Obama go down like Bobby did in '68 so she can take the nomination… Wow, just wow

James G., Canada   May 23rd, 2008 5:47 pm ET

The inference is clear.

The sentiment disgusting.

A fitting end to a Clinton legacy that has escaped full media scrutiny until now?

America does not need nor does it deserve one additional moment of a Clinton in the White House.

Under pressure of imminent defeat Hillary has revealed a strategy so warped and beyond all sense of human decency that she has only one option left.

Withdraw immediately.

Judy, FL   May 23rd, 2008 5:47 pm ET

I know we couldn't vote or didn't count. But with a statement like that I am glad Hillary did not get a vote from me. All her supporters should be afraid that she is over the edge right now and needs comfort. Please Hillary I didn't vote for you but I feel you are not in your right mind right now so stop campaigning and take a rest. Don't stay in because of someone else misforturne. You will only damage yourself, family and friends. There is more to life than just being a idoit.

bo   May 23rd, 2008 5:47 pm ET

another reason not to have her as VP….she put out a contract on the pres, to become the pres

THE LAST STRAW   May 23rd, 2008 5:46 pm ET

This woman is a Monster.. A B**ch.. I am sick of her.. They say out of the abundance of the heart, the mouth speaketh. She wants and hopes this occurs, which shows her animosity for Barack Obama. I am DONE WITH HER!!!

granmadave   May 23rd, 2008 5:46 pm ET

This thread is pretty sad.

It does seem, based upon the quotation of her explanation, that she genuinely wished only to reference the late-season nominations of the past.

However, it is not a comparable scenario- in 68 and 92, the nomination contest took place significantly later in the year, so in June, there remained a significant number of delegates outstanding to win. Here, we have only a small handful of delegates remaining to win. Percentage-wise, to the best of my understanding, this is all but unprecedented.

That said, let her stay in. For the time-being, she has an incomparable position to voice her opinion on what is best for America. Let her enjoy that and continue spending her own money and the money of her supporters to continue to voice that opinion.

It's not likely to "fracture the party;" looking at November, a McCain/ Obama race or even the mathematically improbable McCain/ Clinton run-off will help people realise that Clinton and Obama are different only in slight philosophical ways that have more to do with implementation than desired outcomes. I don't like her because I find her ingenuine at times and a bit of an opportunist, but she's certainly not evil.

Now, if it does fracture the party, GOOD. This corrupt two-party system needs to experience some fracturing, and this is the best way to do it- it's how it's happened in the past and it's about time we let this generation experience something more along the lines of democracy than the pay-to-play and spin we've been dealing with. This whole Super Delegate crap is disgusting and needs to be done away with right along with the electoral college.

One final note, though, is my belief that America right now needs more a black president than a female one. The gender struggle is a world-wide issue, one in which we have seen tremendous gains over the past 60 years. However, the specific racial war of blacks and whites is far more salient in American culture and is one in which we have made little progress since 1964. The election of a black president would force us on a subconscious level to address the subversive and underlying bigotry still so heavily prevalent in our society.

HAWK,TEXAS   May 23rd, 2008 5:46 pm ET

now it seems to me that the obamabots have lost what little sense that they had. they are sounding just like the republicans when bush was first running, i thought that they were supposed to be educated. if they are they must have all mastered in stupidity. apparently they did not study history. it is time for you people to quit dividing the democratic party. put your brain in gear before engaging the mouth.

Ovitshio Branco from New Mexico   May 23rd, 2008 5:46 pm ET

Beware of the Clintons…….they play for keeps, send some PI's to Arkansas and ask around…hint hint

She will be the nominee, at any cost

The DNC needs to stop this now, this is unprecedented in politcal America….Her campaign is officially over, this is fear mongering at its highest…Presidential Candidates do misspeak at this level…curiously enough she has not apologized to Sen Obama after referencing him to get shot! I guess she can kiss goodbye any chances in SD or MT..spin this Lanny Davis! If Carville is a man of honor, he will sign that check NOW!

Leeza   May 23rd, 2008 5:46 pm ET

Meh- I think we need to stop focusing our attention on her. She isn't going to be the nominee. And, she ain't going to be vice president is she keeps making comments like this.

Albert D. Campbell   May 23rd, 2008 5:46 pm ET

If I were Obama as president and some how Hillary was my vice president I would form a committee to keep an eye on her and Bill to watch my back. Geeezzz

Burt   May 23rd, 2008 5:46 pm ET

I'm mildly surprised so many people are shocked by this.

Ronald monis Ventura ca   May 23rd, 2008 5:46 pm ET

Clinton yopu desperate piece of trash, you should be ashamed of yourself for making such comments. I am disgusted and all you care about is to be president and will do or say anything. I am ashamed of you.You are of of a kind lady. You are doomed for failure and go back to the Senate you piece of trash.

Ex-Hillary supporter   May 23rd, 2008 5:46 pm ET

She has proven herself on more than one occasion to be shameless.

ROUSS   May 23rd, 2008 5:46 pm ET

anyone who thinks remotely that she is talking about threat to Obama etc are morons! Give her a break – she has fought hard and deserves to choose her own exit

Nana   May 23rd, 2008 5:46 pm ET

wow

laura   May 23rd, 2008 5:46 pm ET

"That which proceeds out of ones mouth, is in their heart."

raj   May 23rd, 2008 5:46 pm ET

Bill can do anything!!!!! Hillary has lost a credibility for V.P post

Phil   May 23rd, 2008 5:46 pm ET

I am a big Obama supporter and I've got to say, I don't see what the big deal is with this comment. When I saw the headline I thought the same thing alot of people might think. She is staying in incase he gets killed! But thats not what she is saying here. She is only reference that it was June and the campain for was still going to decide the dem nom. I think the fact that he died trally had nothing to do with her argument

Mat   May 23rd, 2008 5:46 pm ET

The fact that her campaign thugs said afterwards that is was a historic parallel is so stupid and highlights the kind of people she is with.

I'm shocked, but by no way surprised !

Oh no she didn't!   May 23rd, 2008 5:46 pm ET

Does she know something we don't?

Hillary is Going Down!   May 23rd, 2008 5:46 pm ET

Bill Clinton, Geraldine Ferraro, James Carville, Joe Scarborough and the rest of Hillary's mouthy supporters.

Let's see how you interrupt this one. Did she "mis speak" again, was she tired, what…what ya got.

Come on…i know you got one. Bill I know you got another LIE in you. Its still earlier

jeninCalif.   May 23rd, 2008 5:46 pm ET

Come on people, give the gal a break! She's been working her tail off for many, many years. It's a non-starter comment. She deserves this opportunity, just like you would, and despite the vitriol that is spewed about her, no politician can claim the high road. They ALL have their downsides. I think Obama is a great and inspiring orator, but I'm truly concerned about his lack of experience. He's come from nowhere, his record is not that long or extensive, that Rev. Wright is an absolute nutcase, and we're wanting to put him in the most powerful office on Earth? As much as I like listening to him, I'd like him to garner a bit more experience on the world stage before I give him that nod.

bob   May 23rd, 2008 5:46 pm ET

"I think that she still can win the general election as INDEPNDENT"

What drugs are you on? As an independent voter I would NEVER vote for any ticket that has her on it…she is pure evil.

Nancy   May 23rd, 2008 5:46 pm ET

WHAT ABOUT WHAT MICHELLE OBAMA SAID ABOUT BEING PROUD TO BE AN AMERICAN IN HER ADULT LIFE. ALL OF YOU OBAMA SUPPORTERS TOTALLY FREAKED AND SAID THAT EVERYONE TOOK IT OUT OF CONTEXT.

IF HILLARY SAYS ANYTHING THEN SHE IS EVIL AND HOW DARE SHE SAY ANYTHING. THIS IS WHY HER SUPPORTERS WON'T VOTE FOR OBAMA NO MATTER WHAT, AND HE NEEDS US TO WIN.

Mark   May 23rd, 2008 5:46 pm ET

NOT a surprise coming out of her mouth. She's a POS that needs to get out now and stop ruining the Dems…. and this comes from a Republican.

Jesse   May 23rd, 2008 5:46 pm ET

Hispanic's will never vote for Obama in the #'s he need's to win the west.

Jan   May 23rd, 2008 5:45 pm ET

Would someone plese educate Mrs. Clinton about how the worlld has changed in the past 16 plus years? With the advancement of the internet, the world of 24/7/365 news, there is so much about the campaigns available that was not years ago. If she does not understand the changing world and the changed communication patterns she should not be president, much less anything else. There is no need to run her campaign until June unless she is intent on losing the election to the Republicans at any cost.

christine   May 23rd, 2008 5:45 pm ET

I'm sorry for the Kennedy family – what a tasteless thing to say at this time.

I worry about Obama's safety every day. I try to think positive – he IS going to be the best president!

Anya Iwo   May 23rd, 2008 5:45 pm ET

This woman is too desperate and must be separated from senator Obama for security reasons.

margie wakefield   May 23rd, 2008 5:45 pm ET

The revolving headline that CNN is running is misleading and a blatant attempt to sensationalize Senator Clinton's remarks about the Democratic party nomination running into June. I have watched and listened to the video, her remarks are not the least offensive to anyone who knows anything about history and the absolute fact that the Robert Kennedy campaign ran into June. So what is the "news" here? Why is CNN portraying Sen. Clinton in this manner? You just lost a viewer, I am sick of the anti-Hillary slant and continual attempts to make a story out of nothing. Why don't you cover the bodies coming home from Iraq? Where is the coverage of the war like we saw during Vietnam? Margie Wakefield

evy   May 23rd, 2008 5:45 pm ET

GROW UP OBAMABOTS!
Stop hating on Hillary. This is so high school. YOU KNOW WHAT SHE MEANT, BUT YOU ARE TWISTING HER WORDS SO YOU CAN HAVE YET ANOTHER OPPORTUNITY TO HATE ON HER. get real. get your eyes checked and your ears cleaned, because obviously you are not seeing or hearing the whole truth.

You all are acting like the exact mirror-image of extreme right and are no better with your senseless attacks. (this is coming from a liberal democrat too fyi…)

James   May 23rd, 2008 5:45 pm ET

The brilliant and gifted Senator Clinton has no need to apologize for her highly respecftful remarks about the late Robert Kennedy, whose seat is now held by Senator Clinton herself !! It would be highly fortunate if Senator Clinton could finally complete the journey to the White House as U. S. President that was denied to the late Robert Kennedy by his unfortunate death !! The three Kennedys in New York, who are publicly backing Senator Clinton, would obviously be extremely proud to have Senator Clinton carry the torch for the late Robert Kennedy !! Their public statement backing Senator Clinton a few months ago was brilliantly written, and carried much more substance than the purily emotional reason given by Carolyn for her support for Obama "I believe he can inspire people the way my father did." I have big news for Carolyn, Obama does not come close to measuring up to President Kennedy in any capacity whatsoever !!!
The only reason that people keep begging Senator Clinton to end her bid for the Democrat nomination is that they are pro-Obama people who know that Senator Clinton, who handily won every televised debate against Obama, may overhaul Obama in deep-stretch !! Down to the wire, Hillary, then carry the Regan Democrats (unlike Obama) to gain a landslide victory in November 2008 !!! VICTORY FOR HILLARY, VICTORY FOR USA !!!!

Jennifer from Atlanta   May 23rd, 2008 5:45 pm ET

She's a SNAKE

ARD   May 23rd, 2008 5:45 pm ET

This campaign is over the top in regards to such heightened sensitivities regarding race, gender and age that we can no longer make any comment without being negatively pounced on by the other candidates supporters. Everyone talks about having a dialogue, (especially the Obama Camp) yet, every utterance spoken is twisted to some incredible insult and unbelieveable gaffe. This Democratic campaign has become extremely focused on the small, all the while the elephant in the room gets ignored. To clarify, Obama's inexperience, sexism against Clinton and the fact that come November, if Obama wins the Nomination McCain is the clear winner. For anyone that's curious, I'm an Independent and glad I left the Democratic Party…I hope the Democrats reflect back on their lack of focus and in November say welcome President McCain! Life should be about lessons learned, not repeating the same old mistakes.

George M   May 23rd, 2008 5:45 pm ET

She said it, she meant it, now she is recanting.

I think American's will cringe when this makes the evening news. Absolutely deplorable.

ALECO1 -----NOKOMIS,FL   May 23rd, 2008 5:45 pm ET

HILLARY CLINTON'S MOUTH MOVES FASTER THAN HER BRAIN.THANK GOD SHE WILL NOT BE OUR NEXT PRESIDENT.
IF THE WHITE HOUSE PHONE RANG IN THE MIDDLE OF A NIGHT, HER FIRST COMMENT WOULD BE —LEVEL IRAN.

Eric   May 23rd, 2008 5:45 pm ET

Hey Concerned Canadian, before making a statement like "Obama said things ten times worse", can you at least give one example. Of course not. You are just a shameless liar like your candidate.

Deb, IN   May 23rd, 2008 5:44 pm ET

People are stretching her comments. I don't find anything wrong with her comments. Get a life!!!!!

Hillary don't take it personal only the Obama supporters find something out of nothing.

Obama supporters are PATHETIC!!!!!!!!

Francys   May 23rd, 2008 5:44 pm ET

I think everybody knows now why she is staying in the race and what she is hoping for when she is staying that anything can happen. There is no smoke without a fire…

tina   May 23rd, 2008 5:44 pm ET

I guess she just misspoke again!!! I'm outraged. And I am your so called perfect demographic Hillary. White, woman, rural, didn't finish college. And guess what I'm smart enough all my own to realize who the best candidate is…especially now. Your greedy and your only concern if filling your ego balloon. Your concern need to be America! We need to fix the hole that GW has created. The only way that is going to happen is with a very UNITED democratic party. Go Home Hill! And to think that I almost cast my vote for you. Montana's primary is June 3rd. You WON"T get mine!

Daniel M, El Paso, TX   May 23rd, 2008 5:44 pm ET

She wants Obama to go down like Bobby so she can take the nomination. Is that what it comes down to? Its hit a whole new low…

supporter   May 23rd, 2008 5:44 pm ET

It didn't take long for the Obama supporters to jump on this one. listen to what she said, she did not mean anything about it and you Clinton supporter haters know it.
Clinton or McCain = NObama and hate supporters 08

Sara   May 23rd, 2008 5:44 pm ET

if anything happen to Barak, she is responsible!

Venus   May 23rd, 2008 5:44 pm ET

So much for ready on day one!

She should take the advise of her Gov.!

Ken Mitchell - Miami FL   May 23rd, 2008 5:44 pm ET

Bye Bye Hillary.

Anita   May 23rd, 2008 5:44 pm ET

IF ANYTHING HAPPENS TO OBAMA, SHE SHOULD BE CHARGED AS AN ACCOMPLICED!

Clinton/McCain   May 23rd, 2008 5:44 pm ET

The Obama campaign reacted quickly. "Sen. Clinton's statement before the Argus Leader editorial board was unfortunate and has no place in this campaign," they said in a statement.

What are they talking about? It was a simple comment. Here we go again, the Obama campaign turning an innocent comment into something it's not. That's exactly why this Democrat refuses to vote for such a sneaky person as Obama.

BL   May 23rd, 2008 5:44 pm ET

This does it. When Hillary gets critized for something she said what is history that the nimination was not decided till June and the Obama camp jump on it. The Obama supporters remind me of the Bush supporters. You better shut up and not say a thing and do hail Bush. Now the Obama supporters want us to say hail Obama. As a life long democrate I will not vote for Obama in November. I'm sick of the Obama camp and the supporters. This doesn't seem like the United States of America anymore. This nomination was decided a long time ago by the media and Opra.

ShannonGI   May 23rd, 2008 5:44 pm ET

Has Hillary ran out of words to say that she had to reference RFK. What was she thinking! Hillary to reference the RFK incident in the wake the Kennedy family situation and the fact that its all ready a touchy subject with Obama being the first BLACK Presidential Canidate to go this far and succeed thus far. We all know that there are some people that dont want to see change and wont accept this change. This new fresh blood in leadership! Hillary I was a supporter of you at the beginning. I saw you as a stong woman making a blow and standing up. I took a lot of flack being a black woman. But now that I have really listen to your views and ideas versus the others. I WAS WRONG! NOT ONLY WOULD I NOT VOTE FOR YOU, I SUGGEST OTHERS TO NOT VOTE FOR YOU! YOU HAVE DIVIDED THE PARTY BY STAYING IN THIS LONG! GIVE IT UP! THE CLINTON ERA IS OVER. As much as I LOVED Bill! His speeches of late have hurt peoples image of him and scarring yours as well. And while I am discussing hurts. Chelsea, as being public figures and your father being the former President. If the public questions Enough said about this Clinton fiasco! DROP OUT AND SALVAGE SOME DIGNITY AND THE DEMOCRAATIC PARTY!!!

N Kannan   May 23rd, 2008 5:44 pm ET

To think that this unstable person is fit to run a country! She might run amuck inside the white house at the first sign of a tough opponent!

Jesse   May 23rd, 2008 5:44 pm ET

Obama-Robots gone wild!

linda   May 23rd, 2008 5:44 pm ET

Oh pleaseee every word Senator Clinton says is riped apart and questioned about hidden meanings. Whereas Obama the new Messiah can say anything, do anything without a word said. I am sure Hillary has learned to turn a deaf ear to the news media reporting on whatever she says….she has never and will never get a break by those who should believe in fair reporting. So please Wolf don't act so hurt over this most recent statement concerning RFK. This is called politics! Once again sexism is alive and well in the "situation room"
GO HILLARY!

Rich Danbury, CT   May 23rd, 2008 5:44 pm ET

Wake up super delegates!!! and finish this tomorrow morning…

Hillary is pure evil…she disgustes me

Doc   May 23rd, 2008 5:44 pm ET

Hey, can we as American's DEMAND the release of Hillary's MENTAL HEALTH RECORDS = because she's either Bipolar or just plain CRAZY!!!

Obliterate Iran?
Shame on you Barack Obama?
Sniper fire?
Calling FL & MI fair?
NAFTA has proven its worth?
— To name just a few…………….

…AND just staying in LONG after the nomination ship has sailed…

She ain't right in the head!!!

VOTE SANE!
Obama '08

Ohio 4 Hillary   May 23rd, 2008 5:44 pm ET

Don't you people have anything better to do than constantly bash Hillary. CNN YOU ARE SO BIASED. All the crap that Obama is trying to sell to his "followers", you will all be sorry!!!!!!

Political Spectator   May 23rd, 2008 5:44 pm ET

This is politics at it's best. When this is all over, I just hope the best person for the country will take a seat in the Oval Office.

Disapponted   May 23rd, 2008 5:44 pm ET

You will not post my comment – you never do but I found Senator Clinton's comment totally unacceptable. Also your strategist suggested people are being overly sensitive. How untrue – this is a crazy world and we understand the times. This type of thing has no place being said.

weary of people in denial   May 23rd, 2008 5:44 pm ET

Hillary supporters blame everything she does on someone else. It is never her fault. No matter what she does it is okay with them. Thank goodness we do not have a whole country of them.

Hillary supporters open your mind place the responsibilities of Sen. Clinton's actions on her and not everybody else. It is okay if you want to continuee to support her, but do not deny what she has done. You all seems like a parent who will never admit that their child did anything wrong even when they are caught in the act.

Bob in Minnesota   May 23rd, 2008 5:44 pm ET

Hillary just doesn't know when to quit. How much worse does it have to get before we can start to put the Party back together?

It's OVER!   May 23rd, 2008 5:44 pm ET

There is no amount of spin you can put on this to dig her out of the hole she just put herself in.

Lucy Windy Chicago, IL   May 23rd, 2008 5:44 pm ET

She is crazy!!! Everyone needs to email the DNC and ask for her removal. If you heard the news this morning you would have heard how the threats against Senator Obama have risen. I am sure the Kennedys are glad they are not endorsing her.

Hillary – Think before you speak if that's possible.

What?   May 23rd, 2008 5:44 pm ET

Hank Aaron in his chase for the all time Home Run record received death threats daily…that was a baseball achievement. What do you think Senator Obama has dealt with?

RS   May 23rd, 2008 5:44 pm ET

Subliminal message to her crazed backers?? Yikes!

no more clinton dynasty   May 23rd, 2008 5:44 pm ET

pure evil pure evil……….go to the huftington post and see for yourselves what and how she said it….
this is beyond any political tricks…..

no more clintons

Martha Newell   May 23rd, 2008 5:43 pm ET

What is there to apologize. June is not an unusual month. I don't think that Hillary needed to apologize because she said nothing wrong. Once again she was referring to her longness of running and going into June is not unusual. The lady is exhausted from all the disrespect she has been given and once again this is another one for her. The bottom line is that she is the best candidate for the Democractic Party and if the media would focus more on the CHANGES that are suppose to occuring then we would know exactly who we should be voting for. This country has become to sensitive as well as always being politically correct. I am darn right sick of not knowing anything about BO. I will not vote for him if he gets the Party. I will vote for McCain. He will not get my vote.

George, Palm Harbor Fl   May 23rd, 2008 5:43 pm ET

I have to say I have felt for several weeks, maybe months now that she has been hoping that something Catastrophic happens to Barrack.
This is not a recollection of the Kennedy's tragedy as much as a Freudian slip of what is really on her mind. There are so many "crazy" people out there, just watch Fox News to see how many, and there are still many RedNecks that could not abide a Black President.
For me, this continues to show the arrogance of the Hill and Bill campaign and they don't know how to deal with the fact that she is NOT the anointed ONE.
Go Sen. Obama!!

Tim   May 23rd, 2008 5:43 pm ET

Well, that comment makes one less name on the "short list" for VP!

Angelo in Rosamond, CA   May 23rd, 2008 5:43 pm ET

Hillary has just given Obama the Democratic nod for his presidency run—and she gave it to him on a silver platter with this totally insane remark. I had to run out of the office and bust out laughing when I read the first headlines over the various news sites. I have to now publicly apologize—with glee—to Rush Limbaugh, who said at the very start that Hillary would stop at nothing to get into the White House. I thought Rush was full of it—BUT HE WAS RIGHT, this remark PROVES IT! I got a chance to shake Robert F. Kennedy's hand during his campaign stop in San Diego before he went to Los Angeles, so this Hillary remark really hits hard. There is no apologizing for this one, Hillary, you really 'offed yourself' this time!!! I am so sorry, Rush, please accept my apology!!! And to all you Hillary supporters—now how do you all feel? How does that pie in your face taste?

Badgersouth   May 23rd, 2008 5:43 pm ET

I have it on good authority that the Munchkins are ready to break out in a rousing rendition of “Ding Dong, the Witch is Dead!” when Obama clinches the nomination. Note: Hillary does not play the role of Dorothy in this movie.

Bob   May 23rd, 2008 5:43 pm ET

Absolutely disgusting! She apologized to Kennedy and not to Obama.

'Let's hope…, I mean someone might (wink, wink) kill the black man to make the white woman president…' Is this what she wants her supporters to advocate?

If he dies all of Obama's delegates should immediately cast their vote for John Edwards as the last HONORABLE person to drop out of the race.

The presidency is a job that is EARNED, not awarded by default. She has not behaved presidential, and she lost the nomination fair and square. Her notion that this election was 'stolen' from her is based upon her opinion that it was going to be a coronation from the beginning. He took the high road and won. She took the low road and lost. Simple as that.

Brian   May 23rd, 2008 5:43 pm ET

THIS IS THE CRAZIEST NONSENSE I HAVE EVER HEARD. I just heard your replay of Hillary's comments, and it's real obvious that she was referring to the races of past presidential campaigns continuing until June wihtout a nominee, and nothing else. Why is CNN even reporting on this nonsense? The only spin here is from Obama's cry-baby campaign and CNN. Talk about broken government, what about broken media?!

Concerned citizen   May 23rd, 2008 5:43 pm ET

I am really relieved this woman doesn't appear to have a chance to become our next president. This kind of comment would make the US look shamefully bad to other nations, so did the recent one by Pres. Bush.

Speechless   May 23rd, 2008 5:43 pm ET

UNBELIEVABLE! Absolutely REPREHENSIBLE! Completely ABSURD!

I can't believe I once respected this woman. This is way over the line.

Post it or not, CNN…

Obama08

Lourna Yzaguirre   May 23rd, 2008 5:43 pm ET

Anything to trash Hillary. Enough of you Obama supporters. I will watch CSPAN where some real issues are discussed.

Southern Iowa White Female Democrat   May 23rd, 2008 5:43 pm ET

Clinton's comments to the Argus were tasteless and inappropriate, and suggests she really is grasping at last ditch efforts to maintain her candidacy. One wonders what kind of a person would make those kinds of comments – they are certainly not the kinds of comments that are made by dignified and graceful leaders. It's time for her to bow out of the race and embrace reality.

Venus   May 23rd, 2008 5:43 pm ET

So,…………….. is this the secret that all the news media have been stating that Hillary would need some thing to "happen" to Obama — as lighting strike?

This is scary! It's time for her to pack it up and open the door!

What a laughing stock she's going to be! Shame… shame!

I didn't think she could get lower but this causes for alarms – big time!

Obama – keep your eyes on her! No freaking VP or any cabinet positions! No where near the white house!

Lynn in NM   May 23rd, 2008 5:43 pm ET

Sounds like a veiled threat to me, Hillary. Maybe you and Bill ought to learn when to keep quiet.

Aaron   May 23rd, 2008 5:42 pm ET

I can't stand Hillary's behavior in her campaign, but I honestly do not think she meant any harm in that comment. I actually believe that she was just trying to illustrate that primaries in the past have gone into June, and she referenced very memorable events to highlight that fact. Yes, she was very clumsy and potentially very offensive about it.

There's "typical" duplicitous, two-faced, pandering, opportunistic Hillary and there's just dumb comment Hillary. This is is a harmless case of the latter.

Garth   May 23rd, 2008 5:42 pm ET

And I want her to be President why? She has less command of the language than Bush. Or does she…

D.   May 23rd, 2008 5:42 pm ET

She should have hushed after WVa now what a mess she has made for herself just like Governor Huckabee. What person would nominate her now at the convention other than her husband?
People feel these people are all ready speaking in a sinster type code .

polly h   May 23rd, 2008 5:42 pm ET

She says she sorry but some of Obmama's supporters are so arrogant that clintion is all wrong and Obama all right. He makes rermarks he is forgiving and stay in church for 20 years he is forgiven. What a country.

Anthony   May 23rd, 2008 5:42 pm ET

Her comment have no place in this race. This is a new low for Hillary how can you defend her comments.

MUTOONI   May 23rd, 2008 5:42 pm ET

Is she planning to kill Obama ? Now we know why she is hanging there. What a shame.

sue   May 23rd, 2008 5:42 pm ET

Do we need this woman representing us???? God, I hope she nevers answers the phone at 3:00 in the morning. She can't even think when she's awake.

sue–seattle

Jeannine in CA   May 23rd, 2008 5:42 pm ET

OBAMA please don't choose her for VEEP. I'd rather see McCain elected that her. She has devious plans. DON'T TRUST HER! I'd rather see you lose with integrity than win with her.

JR, Plymouth   May 23rd, 2008 5:42 pm ET

Deeply, profoundly, unforgettably disappointing. Has she no shame?

john   May 23rd, 2008 5:42 pm ET

I am amazed that anyone can defend this reference. She's a sociopath. I hate McCain, but I'll vote for him if she weasels the nomination.

Bob in Minnesota   May 23rd, 2008 5:42 pm ET

Hillary just doesn't know when to quit. How much worse does it have to get before we can put the party back together?

ginny kane   May 23rd, 2008 5:42 pm ET

if you revisit history of america i am not surprise by the statment of hillary. Americans murder 3 civil rights workers, matrin luther king jr. john and robert kennedy medgar evers,4 little black girls,herbert lee,emmett till and set the stage for malcolm x. murder. Americas killed approximately 8 million slaves and black human beings so why woulfd anyone who knows the history of america be speeches.

Let's get real   May 23rd, 2008 5:42 pm ET

So was this a freudian slip? Does she have on the back of her mind that this could happen to Obama?……

Ed, Santa Fe, NM   May 23rd, 2008 5:42 pm ET

Hillary the LIAR (Bosnia)
Hillary the fiscally IRRESPONSIBLE (over $20M in debt)
Hillary the POLITICAL SHARK (say anything, do anything to get elected)

Which quality is presidential????

DROP OUT AND SHUT THE HELL UP ABOUT THE KENNEDYS…. you're not worthy to wipe their shoes

sos, tx   May 23rd, 2008 5:42 pm ET

OMG!! Hillary should be committed Now!!! She's planning for Obama's demise. She's clearly sending a message to her racist supporters to do bodily harm to BO. Less than two weeks left in primaries and she has lost her mind. Bill Clinton, please have your wife committed to psych hospital immediately!!!!

Joel Noonan   May 23rd, 2008 5:42 pm ET

You're looking increasingly delusional, Senator Clinton. Just drop out.

themoi   May 23rd, 2008 5:42 pm ET

She is turning into the Britney Spears of the Democratic party with her "Oops! I Did It Again" foot in mouth blunders then the "Oops! I Didn't Mean That" rebuttals. Time to bow out gracefully–if that's possible at this point.

After reading the book written by a former Clinton White House Secret Service officer, no way should either Bill or Hill be back in the "open-door-anything-goes-and-whoever-wants-can-come-and-work-without-a-background-check White House". No way.

Dee Clements   May 23rd, 2008 5:41 pm ET

I knew she was evil and crazy!!! This is definitely the straw that broke the camel's back. She is done!!!!!!!!!!!! Come on Supers—End it before she destroys all of humanity.

bob in LA   May 23rd, 2008 5:41 pm ET

I'm sorry she apologized. The statement was made within a very clear context and was far from out of line.
The names of the Keneedy's have been invoked by everybody referring to Obama and his appeal- where they trying to say more?
I guess, Obama, Axelrod, Dodd, Kerry, Richardson, Edwards, Dean and yes, even Ted Kennedy are all horrible people for mentioning Bobby Kennedy- should i throw the whole country into a tizzy and say…John Kennedy???? Oh My God! I mentioned a dead person!

Linda F   May 23rd, 2008 5:41 pm ET

I am a Clinton supporter and I understand that she meant that this event runs until June. I think you and the Obama supporters are going to ride this as long as possible, you have worked dilligently to do everything possible to bring her down.Try reporting things as they are said without a twist. You haven't been fair to her.

teesha   May 23rd, 2008 5:41 pm ET

GET OUT NOW ' HILLARY CLINTON' THIS IS IT, NO PLACE FOR A WOMAN LIKE YOU,

Marie Simmons   May 23rd, 2008 5:41 pm ET

Well now , you have heard it from her own mouth. This is what she is waiting for, this is how she plans to get the nomination. Come on America if Obama had said that he would be out, delegate count or not! Sounds to me like she has been sitting in the back pews of Rev. Wrights church listening to his hate mongering.
Sincerely,
Marie from Rockport, Tx

k   May 23rd, 2008 5:41 pm ET

is she serious?? I mean who says this kind of stuff – especially when she is vying to be the president of a nation??

was a hilary fan but she just lost my vote..

Terri   May 23rd, 2008 5:41 pm ET

WHAT EVER I CAN NOT WAIT FOR FAT TEDDY TO DROP

judasgoat   May 23rd, 2008 5:41 pm ET

you better believe it when a woman speaks its call mother's wit . and i said weeks ago that i was VERY uncomfortable w/ the access that barack was allowing people to approach him and i stated that the secret service SHOULD TIGHTEN THAT CIRCLE NOW. you see its no telling what them clinton's are capable of . i'am sure their is someone in that clinton camp. out there who owes them a favor. this is inexcuseable for her to even speak a thought on something of this nature. like she is WILLING FOR SOMETHING BAD TO HAPPEN TO OBAMA. she is no different than that person on foxnews sean hannity a.k.a. sharon hannity cause minus the wig you'd swear he/she was a woman scorned. night after night of obama bashing. its firing up the crazy folks now hillary says this. wow you can't make this stuff up.

Annette   May 23rd, 2008 5:41 pm ET

Mel, fail for fear is not the answer, then they do win. I understand your thought, but he has every right as an American citizen to be president. If not now, when?

If not Hillary, then Mccain   May 23rd, 2008 5:41 pm ET

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Washington, DC- Two veterans of investigations into Communist influence on the U.S. political process will hold a briefing on Capitol Hill to release two new explosive reports on Barack Obama’s ties with extreme anti-American elements, including agents of the Moscow-controlled Communist Party USA. The reports will shed important new light on Barack Obama’s mysterious past.

JRC   May 23rd, 2008 5:41 pm ET

God forbid something happens to Obama, I think they need to take a good hard look at the Clintons.

Rich   May 23rd, 2008 5:41 pm ET

This from the same interview where she accused Obama's campaign of having a record of trying to force her out of the race and that rumors of her as VP are part of this conspiracy. Some Obama supporters have at times suggested her staying in might be bad for the party, but this hardly amounts to anyone trying to force her out, let along Obama or his campaign doing so.

Clinton, ready on day one…. to play the victim.

Bob H in MN   May 23rd, 2008 5:41 pm ET

It is amazing how Hillary is allowed to bash Obama over anything he says that is even slightly controversial. Now we are supposed to believe she is actually sorry for what she said? She is a liar and has been from day one. She is an egomaniac who will do and say anything to get elected. Power hungry people have ruined thius nation and anyone who cannot see that in her is a fool. As for today's comments from her…disgusting and sick! This is what some people want in a president? Give me a break.

Kathy Corey   May 23rd, 2008 5:41 pm ET

Senator Clinton didn't misspeak. She answered a question from an Editorial Board with some historical context. She also mentioned other years..when campaigns went all the way to the convention. She has every right to mention anything she wants to mention. Everything is not about Barack Obama…much as the media and his supporters want to make it all about him. If anyone…in the public or the media…bothered to listen to the interview..the entire content of which is on the Argus site…they would know that this is another non-issue being blown up by the Obama media and the Obama campaign. But none of you will do this…because then you might learn something.

opus512   May 23rd, 2008 5:41 pm ET

You people thinking Hillary said this crap on purpose are pathetic.

You're worse than you claim she is.

Joe   May 23rd, 2008 5:41 pm ET

Keep the Chaos Coming!!

Tazz   May 23rd, 2008 5:41 pm ET

Now we know the real reaon she is still in the race.

David   May 23rd, 2008 5:41 pm ET

Christ, you people need to get a freaking grip. What? Are you going to now say that the air she breaths is somehow a Clinton plot too? How much is Obama paying you to write this crap on the comments board?

Eric   May 23rd, 2008 5:41 pm ET

I had predicted so many times that this woman was going to use any mean to get what she wants. But not even in my nightmares would I have imagined she could say something like this. She is, and I carefully chose my words, dangerous. She has to step out of the race right away in order to preserve any kind of dignity she has left.

She didn't mean anything...   May 23rd, 2008 5:41 pm ET

but I do believe she's been using overly dramatic comparisons when it comes to this primary: voters in FL and MI fighting for their votes like in the Civil Rights movement; comparing not seating the delegates to the elections in Zimbabwe. Now the topic: why is Hillary being pushed out. Why did she need to bring one of the most traumatic moments in our nation's history up in a conversation about her feeling "forced out" of a primary. That comment has no place in that conversation. Another overly dramatic thing to say, but doesn't make any sense. I think this will be the last time she tries to spin something with drama.

sheryl   May 23rd, 2008 5:41 pm ET

What the hell does that mean? Hillary please get out please it's time to go….

Unite!

Obama 08/12!!!

deann   May 23rd, 2008 5:41 pm ET

I am deeply for sure why Obama and his group are so scare of Hillary will be elected, becasue, she is the real USA president for American Citizen need..

Nick   May 23rd, 2008 5:41 pm ET

I hope it happenes.

NObama 08

JE NY   May 23rd, 2008 5:40 pm ET

All these negative comments are absolutely ridiculous, and people will say anything to find fault. It is a historical fact, and I thought of it myself when they mentioned going into June for the Primary contests. I think most of these poster like to see their comments in black and white.
Get over yourselves. Obama can say anything and get away with it, as can his wife. Give me a break.

Naptown Greg   May 23rd, 2008 5:40 pm ET

She can apologize all she wants for this, but she knew what she was saying. She has destroyed the Clinton legacy and has turned into a loose cannon that nobody can trust. She is owed nothing other than disdain from anyone. If the superdelegates don't act now and finish this thing, I will really start to question their relevancy in the whole process. END THIS NOW! It may seem curious to her why people want her out, but it seems horrifying to the rest of us that she wants to stay in. Get her out of the Senate too. NO MORE legacy presidencies!!!!!!

Brittany, Brooklyn, NY   May 23rd, 2008 5:40 pm ET

This is a disturbing an completely out of place comment on Clinton's part. RFK is my favorite public figure, I have researched and will soon base my college major around this man :political science. I find her comment to be very offending. She continues to make me dislike her the longer she stays in the race. She is fumbling over her words because she DOES NOT HAVE MUCH MORE TO SAY! Stop destroying our party!

Hillary is Going Down!   May 23rd, 2008 5:40 pm ET

Hillary supporters can kiss my @$$ again. This is not about Barack. This is about this B and her motives.

If those thoughts were not in Hillary those words would not have come out of her mouth.

There were several other primaries season that went to June so evidently her and her croonies have been sitting around brain-storming this issue.

good bye b

JSF   May 23rd, 2008 5:40 pm ET

What has the mention of Bobby got to do with Obama IN ANY WAY!?! This is a measure of their narcissism that they think everything revolves around The New Man. My God, can she not mention flowers in Tibet without the Obamabots being insulted?

Terri   May 23rd, 2008 5:40 pm ET

Hillary or McCain

HELL NO TO OBAMA

amko   May 23rd, 2008 5:40 pm ET

Well, at least we now know what she is whising for,

Jeanne Maloney   May 23rd, 2008 5:40 pm ET

Stop nitpicking. Hillary was just referencing an account. Jack showed lack of judgment in his comments. You're entertainent not news. What a sad commentary when we think even those who we think consider themselves intelligent and objective act as badly as Rush and company

Fred in Canada   May 23rd, 2008 5:40 pm ET

This is typical media hype. So what did she say that was so wrong? Only that other campaigns such as her husband's, and Robert Kennedy's went into June. Any other ridiculous inference people make derives from CNN raising a bogus issue. CNN, you've fallen to a new low. Your enmity towards Senator Clinton is so painfully obvious. Shame, shame, shame CNN.

Scary   May 23rd, 2008 5:40 pm ET

And this is a woman you want to run the country? Don't forget her obliteration comment. Come on people, there is a reason Obama is winning.

Arkansas Undertaker   May 23rd, 2008 5:40 pm ET

People are just way too sensitive about certain things. I dont agree with the way she said it but I know she meant no harm. And I am an Obama supporter, but I dont like the way the jump on Hillary or Barack on everything they say.

Carol   May 23rd, 2008 5:40 pm ET

Hillary has sunk to a new low. The Democratic leadership needs to step in and shut her down. She's destroying the party. Very evil person who will say and do anything to get the nomination.

COSMA   May 23rd, 2008 5:40 pm ET

we don't need to fear……but we mark these words

HavingFun   May 23rd, 2008 5:40 pm ET

My husband didn't wrap up the nomination in 1992 until June….

And, I will go on till the convention, eventhough the whole world is asking me to drop out…eventhough Obama is leading in every sense…eventhough mathematically it's impossible for me to win…and destroy myself. Nice fodder for Rush's show..

Lynda from Texas   May 23rd, 2008 5:40 pm ET

She is the most disingenious and disgusting women in American History. She not only owes the Kennedys an immense apology – they did not need this at a time when they are facing a battle for Ted's life she also owes Barack Obama an apology for this hidden or subliminal message regarding possible problems for him.

She also owes the American people an apology.

I hope this makes those of the super delegates on the side to start moving and I hope this precludes any further consideration of her for VP.

Scott   May 23rd, 2008 5:40 pm ET

What a loser. She will destroy this election for the Dems

Rj   May 23rd, 2008 5:40 pm ET

JJ,
You are the funniest of all posers. I mean posters!
I'm laughing out loud! What are you going to say next?

Cathy   May 23rd, 2008 5:40 pm ET

Disgusting! She should step aside NOW.
Furthermore – Obama better not pick her as VP – or if he does he better watch his back – as she will do ANYTHING to become President!

TIme for this to end – GOODBYE HILLARY

California Girl   May 23rd, 2008 5:40 pm ET

Stop the hate spin on Hillary and turning everything around. Typical low lifers who don't have a life. Go back to school and gradute from high school.

Always a Hillary supporter till the end!

Ted   May 23rd, 2008 5:40 pm ET

She is indeed disgusting….. what is she trying to make out of this comment ?

Darth Vadik, CA   May 23rd, 2008 5:40 pm ET

If you are still a Hillary supporter, then you are dumb enough to vote for that other crazy, McInsane.

COSMA   May 23rd, 2008 5:40 pm ET

we don't need to fear……

Former Hillary supporter   May 23rd, 2008 5:40 pm ET

she is a scary one.

Jack   May 23rd, 2008 5:40 pm ET

I just hears Senator Clinton's comments played on CNN. I understood that she was saying that campaigns have gone on into June. This is another example of the media and Obamma trying to jump on Clinton every chance they get.

Duane,WA   May 23rd, 2008 5:39 pm ET

Oh my Lord is she speking in tongs now!!!!

emma   May 23rd, 2008 5:39 pm ET

well we will hear about hillary for a month from the cnn situation room with jack caffety,..he is something else…did he not say something recently about another country and finally put his foot in his big mouth. what hillary said was distorted by all the wonderfull people on cnn and msnbc to detest her…..they have treated her terribly all through this election…but should obama become the nominee; and because of the high dislike the democrats have for the clintons they will loose the white house; and well deserved…believe me should she not be the nominee or asked by obama to be vp we women will go to mccain (who is a decent wonderful man)so cnn and msnbc should it go this way try not beating up on a wonderful man named mccain if you can,….

GERALD STROTHER   May 23rd, 2008 5:39 pm ET

SHE HAS NO SHAME WILL SAY ANYTHANG!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! IT IS ALL !!!!!!!!!!!ABOUT THE CLINITONS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! TIME FOR HER TO DROP OUT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Carolyn C   May 23rd, 2008 5:39 pm ET

She should be apologizing to Obama as well as the Kennedys!

FedUpDem   May 23rd, 2008 5:39 pm ET

Concerned Canadian May 23rd, 2008 5:23 pm ET

Doesn't anyone in the media or Obama campaign have an ounce of decency left ?

Hillary Clinton was making a point on her campaign using historical reference simply to date the events of past primary races.

People that pick on these words must have their minds permanently embedded in a whirlpool of suspicion and hate with a total lack of logic.

Obama has said things 10 times worse….he's never apologized for anything in his campaign….this guy must be a perfect human being…in fact he sits on the right side of God !!
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Exactly she said absolutely nothing wrong!!
But the obamidiots need something so they spin anything!

Tom, Flagstaff AZ   May 23rd, 2008 5:39 pm ET

Incredibly insensitive. This remark demonstrates her limited ability to think beyond what something means to her. Very illuminating about her character.

Ron Larson   May 23rd, 2008 5:39 pm ET

, and yet somehow a victim. The lie, misrepresent twist, demagogue, and then smirk and ridcule anone that dares confront them. This is really jsut a manefistation of a corrupt Godless nation that seems to be hell bent on allowing this made for TV insanity to paly out everyday. These two remind me of someone that I would be laughing at on the Jerry Springer show versus somone who beleives she should be recommended to the White House.

Hillary or Hysterical?   May 23rd, 2008 5:39 pm ET

She is getting more and more desperate by the day, and her points of consideration are getting more and more far fetched.

While her intent may not have been to offend, her judgement was clearly poor, and not representative of a leader.

If she continues to use this type of argument, she may not only divide the democratic party, but she may also divide the country.

Lora B.   May 23rd, 2008 5:39 pm ET

OMG – what exactly did people infer from that remark? It is a fact of history.

The Obama camp and media have gone after Hillary like flies on poop. She cannot fart without you people attacking her.

It addition to making her apologize for the remark, why not make her apologize for running for president, and for being a U.S. senator, and for having been a first lady, and for being Bill Clinton's wife, and for having been born? Ridiculous, huh? Yeah, I would say.

You people need to back off and leave her alone if you think her supporters are going to support your candidate, Obama, anytime soon. Enough already!

Independent99999   May 23rd, 2008 5:39 pm ET

OMG. She wants to see some fascist racist to come out and shoot out Obama!
OMG – I can't believe how desperate and low she has sunk herself.
OMG – I can't believe this woman was our First Lady once. SHAME on her

DH   May 23rd, 2008 5:39 pm ET

The Clintons are willing to pay 1 mill. dollars to win over superdelegates – they stop at nothing – I am sure they are willing to pay for other "services" too, however sinister…….just to go back to the White House……
May God help us all

Jeff in Saint Paul   May 23rd, 2008 5:39 pm ET

/yawn

Obama can try and blow this up into a big deal, but the truth is she just stated facts. You don't have to like history, but their is no sense getting all twisted up when somebody states the obvious.

Philadelphian Trapped in Texas   May 23rd, 2008 5:39 pm ET

Oh, for crying out loud. This Obama supporter doesn't think Hillary intended anything by her comment, and no Kennedy family or Obama supportyers should think she did. She means simply that the campaign doesn't need to be over by any magical date in June.

Indeed, the 1992 campaign did run long, and Bill Clinton emerged as the winner only after all of the primaries. And the 1968 campaign ran into June with Hubert Humphrey in the lead, Robert Kennedy's star rising after his very late entry, and Eugene McCarthy dropping but still in the race. But let's remember … we lost that one.

Let it go. Yes, it was a thoughtless comment. Now let it go.

Rick   May 23rd, 2008 5:39 pm ET

Hilary Clinton makes me sick. I think that she is a evil woman and I would never never never never support her especially after her dumb comment about RFK being the reason why she is staying in this race. Now that she has said it, if something were to happen to Obama it would tear this country apart. Where is former Vice President Gore and former President Carter? The two should join other party leaders and call on Clinton to bow out now and take a vacation. She needs to have a heart to heart talk with herself and with God. She has lost it big time with this remark. I am so upset by this woman and all of those who have been supporting her need to take a hard look at the reality of this situation.

courtney   May 23rd, 2008 5:39 pm ET

Hillary is sitting in the middle of south beach with a tequilla in both hands and wearing nothing but a thong, translation:
she is WILDING OUT!!!

sherrie50   May 23rd, 2008 5:39 pm ET

If Obama blogers misconstrue her statement, you again proven that you are rather illiterate. For sure, you are the rudest and most mean-spirited people I have seen.

Vic   May 23rd, 2008 5:39 pm ET

Concerned Canadian~

I suggest you read Bernstein's excellent biography on Hillary Clinton to understand exactly why this was not merely her misspeaking. And then provide the proof of the things "Obama has said things 10 times worse".

Por favor?

Lizette   May 23rd, 2008 5:39 pm ET

OMG! This is very disturbing. DNC, DO SOMETHING!!

Luncheon Ladies   May 23rd, 2008 5:38 pm ET

Hillary,
We supported you all along –BUT——this is it.!— Your recent comment for staying in the race—- suggesting the demise of Obama — IS THE LOWEST YOU HAVE STOOPED. !– As of today you have "LOST" many thousand more of your previous suporters.
It is now showing how "burnt out and desperate" you have become.
Enjoy the Memorial Day week end with a few "gin & tonics"–That usually helps us when things are going bad.
You ran a good fight–but it's just not your time.

Luncheon ladies.

Paul   May 23rd, 2008 5:38 pm ET

Make no mistake. This is Hillary making a threat. Animal.

A, Austin   May 23rd, 2008 5:38 pm ET

Wow, this is a new low! How low can it go?

Rico   May 23rd, 2008 5:38 pm ET

Wow. I mean wow. How much lower can she go? How desperate can an individual get? I mean would she want herself as President if she was us, seeing this steady stream of dishonesty and hypocrisy? I have lost all respect for her.

Oga Mazi from Sacramento, California   May 23rd, 2008 5:38 pm ET

Some body please help her, she certainly needs help. When they say I certainly had no intention of that whatsoever, you better watch out. I think desperation has set in.

Dave   May 23rd, 2008 5:38 pm ET

I'm not a Hillary supporter, but what she said is not THAT bad. She makes the point that anything could happen between now and the convention, including Obama getting killed. Pretty dumb and tasteless thing for her to say, but it is also true.

Sillary   May 23rd, 2008 5:38 pm ET

words can't explain the shame this woman has brought upon herself.

Hillary Supporter   May 23rd, 2008 5:38 pm ET

Oh my gosh, the self righteous holier-than-thou BHO supporters get on my last nerve! You and your holier-than-thou candidate sound like screaming brats. You and BHO think you are so superior — no wonder he will never get my vote!!

sandy   May 23rd, 2008 5:38 pm ET

concerned canadian…please shut up..you are more disgusting than hillary!

Shirley   May 23rd, 2008 5:38 pm ET

She'll do and say anything to get to that oval office, even walk over his cold dead body. She disgusts me!!!!

Mary   May 23rd, 2008 5:38 pm ET

This is a dirty low blow. This whatever is so low i bet she can look up at her feet. Now everybody knows why she is still running. These are her true thoughts and if she digs a ditch for someone she best be careful not to fall in it. Now who would want this for a Vice President?

Cindi South Carolina   May 23rd, 2008 5:38 pm ET

Superdelegates vote to get her out of there. She is destroying the party. That is sad and very low down of her. Hillary clearly understands what she is saying and doing to this race. Low down dirty shame.

kww   May 23rd, 2008 5:38 pm ET

There was NO reason to bring up Bobby Kennedy. Her apology is disingenuous. She said it-she meant it-it's out there. She just planted the seed in some idiot's mind.

Thanks a lot, Hillary.If anything happens to Obama, you should be held responsible.

FOR SHAME!

independent voter   May 23rd, 2008 5:38 pm ET

DISGUSTING is the word to describe all the nasty, evil-minded obama supporters.

You evil-minded supporters are the ones who are dividing the democratic party with your mean, uncalled for comments

You all need to get a life. You all relate with obama with being weak, inexperienced, put down women who are smarter than you, devious, etc.

Terri   May 23rd, 2008 5:38 pm ET

I am with you Hillary all the way their is no way I will vote Obama

peter just   May 23rd, 2008 5:38 pm ET

mrs.clinton in no way was offensive to the kennedy family..what she said was a historical fact..cnn and the majority of its viewers/readers dont get it..again…

martin   May 23rd, 2008 5:38 pm ET

apology accepted.now drop out before you say anymore stupid remarks.it's the proper thing to do.we are tired of you,and your imaginary attempt at being president.you are drawing attention away from the issues,like you did with your negative campaign tactics.

Candy West Virginia   May 23rd, 2008 5:38 pm ET

The bitter comments do not compare in any way to this people, don't even compare so don't you dare try and minimize her remarks. SHE IS TALKING ABOUT DEATH, Obama was talking about beliefs.I wonder did she have Obama in mind? She is un…bloody…believable.

Sara   May 23rd, 2008 5:38 pm ET

horrible to use the bobby reference. uncalled for.

SOneal   May 23rd, 2008 5:38 pm ET

Hillary and all her "experience" knows exactly what she is doing.

Amit   May 23rd, 2008 5:38 pm ET

This is the most hilarious thing I have ever heard. Please, somebody show her the way to the mental asylum. I think she needs to show her mental medical records as McCain showed his medical records. I was an avid Hillary supporter. I was a volunteer for her campaign here in NJ. My whole family voted for his. You lost your vote, credibility and your respect too. I think all the people like me who voted for Hillary, its time to join and start volunteering for Obama.

Karrie, MD   May 23rd, 2008 5:38 pm ET

Ouch. That's really reaching into the bottom of the barrel. I'm trying to think of something worse that she can say, but that's going to be hard to top.

phil   May 23rd, 2008 5:38 pm ET

she is done

D.S.   May 23rd, 2008 5:38 pm ET

I'm an Obama supporter. I don't believe Mrs. Clinton meant harm, but the fact that she and members of her campaign are insensitive to the impact of her remarks show it's time for her to leave the race. This is an important life lesson, nothing is worth selling your soul over, it'll come back to haunt you.

Pilar   May 23rd, 2008 5:38 pm ET

That is one of the most disrespectful comments I have ever heard. For it to be on her mind means she has been thinking about it as an option for becoming the nominee.
And she blames it on being tired? This certainly doesn't bode well for her claims of being ready to answer the phone at 3:00 a.m.

eddie, New York City.   May 23rd, 2008 5:37 pm ET

I simply can't believe it!

Simply_Amazed   May 23rd, 2008 5:37 pm ET

What will Rush, Sean, and Bill O' say now…I can't wait to hear Keith Olbermann tonight…

No Apology   May 23rd, 2008 5:37 pm ET

Maybe the Obama people should be asking themselves why they don't want all the votes counted and why they have been trying to push the candidiate who has the most votes out of the race for months. Obama and his supporters are so arrogant.

Sen Clinton was only addressing that many nomination processes have gone on for a long time and candidiates were not forced out of therace and that there is no reason to stop things early. Stop jumping on Clinton and feigning shock over historical references. Her apology was unnecessary. I haven't seen anyone apologize to her (or her supporters) for the sexism that has been unrelenting in this campaign.

JOHN   May 23rd, 2008 5:37 pm ET

PAUL BEGALA A HILLARY SUPPORTER SAID THE MEDIA IS HYPING THIS……THIS MAN AND HILLARY ARE DONE. WILL THIS LADY JUST GO AWAY AND STOP MAKING A TOTAL FOOL OF HERSELF, THE CLINTON MACHINE IS DONE, AND FINESTINE THINKS OBAMA SHOULD PUT THIS NUT ON HIS TICKET, BUT FINESTINE WONT BACK OBAMA, FINESTINE, BILL AND HILLARY CAN GO STRAIGHT TO HELL.

R. Brown   May 23rd, 2008 5:37 pm ET

I am calling for the arrest of HIllary Clinton and an Impeachment of her Senate Seat!

ARREST HILLARY NOW!

Naomi   May 23rd, 2008 5:37 pm ET

I am at a loss of words!

Here we go again with somebody else trying to make a statement regarding the well being of Obama whether it be lame joke or a mispeaking. This is nothing to take lightly. I am just appalled by her and all the others who would do this.

Umpire   May 23rd, 2008 5:37 pm ET

Hey, I'm an Obama backer, but I think that many people have way over-reacted to Clinton's remark. Come on–let's get to some serious issues, which have often been in short supply since John Edwards dropped out of the running. Anybody want to talk about the hundreds of billions that can not be accounted for in Iraq? Or the missing student loan money in the Department of Education? Or Dick Cheney and the no-bid non-oil-related contracts to Halliburton?

Chris   May 23rd, 2008 5:37 pm ET

Wow, the venom from other Obama supporters here is rather tasteless and unnecessary. You people make me ahsamed to share the same candidate choice. McCain is looking better every day knowing that such people want Obama, my candidate, in office.

mik   May 23rd, 2008 5:37 pm ET

we love Hillary Clinton

Belle   May 23rd, 2008 5:37 pm ET

Once again, Clinton makes a totally innocent statement about history and Obama makes a hateful comment that turns that innocent statement into bait for the hate mongers. There is no excuse. Obama inspires hatred and animosity. Good luck in November. I will be voting for McCain; this is the last straw.

John Rousseau   May 23rd, 2008 5:37 pm ET

I'm not voting for Hilary Clinton but let's give her a break here.

She had a great opportunity to give them this answer when she was asked why everyone is pushing for her to get out of the campaign…

"It's a great Radical Left Wing Conspiracy" Sound familiar :)

J Rousseau
Tiburon,CA

Lori   May 23rd, 2008 5:37 pm ET

Jack Cafferty can say almost anything and you idiots believe it. Get a GRIP people. You are all morons!!!!!!!!!!!!!

The Diva   May 23rd, 2008 5:37 pm ET

People .. Obama did not set this up. The media advised him what was said. The logic of some the people who have posted on this site is flawed.

Michael in La Canada   May 23rd, 2008 5:37 pm ET

I worked in the RFK campaign, and I support Obama., so if anyone should take "offense" I would be near the front of the line, CNN is SO OUT OF LINE with this ticky-tack bilge. TERRIBLE journalism!

is it necessary   May 23rd, 2008 5:37 pm ET

couldn't she think of other examples? i mean the example about keddy is just wrong for the simple reason that his brother is going through difficult moment right now and this is the last thing he wants to hear. please Clinton if you insist on staying in this campaign so that you can finish raising money to pay off your loans not for winning i just suggest for the remaining weeks just shut up your power hungry mouth and stop disgracing the democrats.

Nicole, Portland OR   May 23rd, 2008 5:37 pm ET

Get her out, she owes Sen. Obama an apology. She never even mentioned him in her "apology" I can't stand her….

Don in Florida   May 23rd, 2008 5:37 pm ET

As an Obama supporter I take her at her word that she meant nothing offensive about the remark. Hopefully she realizes that the long this nomination process drags out the better it is for McCain. Let's stop fighting and unite behind Sen Obama so we can put an end to Republican rule.

Franky   May 23rd, 2008 5:37 pm ET

What the??? What did Hillary said??? Uh-Oh…………I gotta run…..(running to the front door……opening the front door……getting into the car….starting the engine…….and hitting the brakes……..etc, etc…….yeah, I don't wanna be around)….

Anonymous   May 23rd, 2008 5:37 pm ET

if barack is really a new type of politician he will tell the news media to stop! They know Hillary didn't mean anything derogatory. Drudge and msnbc started this hysteria. Stop!!!!

linda-Texas   May 23rd, 2008 5:37 pm ET

The media has gone way off the deep end covering this primary.

Senator Clinton was merely pointing out that Senator Kennedy's campaign had also gone into June.

The media chose to put their own spin on Senator Clinton's comment to plant a negative thought in people's minds, and reading a number of the posts here, it seems to have been very effective.

Jay   May 23rd, 2008 5:37 pm ET

Bye Bye Hillary time for you and your craziness to go… that a way>>>>>>>>

I don't even know how some people can still support her! She is delusional, and a lair! You think she really gives a rip about MI an FL??? heck no she agreed just like Edwards and Obama that those 2 states would be stripped of their delegates. 2 out of 3 kept their promise. What a fruit cake.

RR   May 23rd, 2008 5:36 pm ET

Amazing!! She has lost her mind!!

Johnnie (Colorado)   May 23rd, 2008 5:36 pm ET

I'm not a Clinton supporter, but it looks like to me this whole thing is blown out of proportion.
Talk about taking something out of context…. And I might add may the best candidate win.

If not Hillary, then Mccain   May 23rd, 2008 5:36 pm ET

The Obama campain is going to be the down fall of obama, he will never be president at this rate. Hillary never ment anything bad. I have been a Dem over 50 years and i have never seen as much hate from a Dem as obama camp.

Darth Vadik, CA   May 23rd, 2008 5:36 pm ET

WAIT A MINUTE, SHE APPOLOGIZED TO THE KENNEDY'S NOT OBAMA.

2020 windsor ontario   May 23rd, 2008 5:36 pm ET

THIS IS TO THE CLINTONS . IF AT ANY MOMENT THAT THIS BRILLIANT MAN GETS ARMED ,I WILL TELL YOU NOW THAT THERE WILL BE A WAR IN NORTH AMERICA, HILLARY GET OUT OF THE RACE SHUT YOUR MOUTH AND STOP KILLING THE DEMOCRATIC PARY.

Donovan- Phoenix   May 23rd, 2008 5:36 pm ET

Who cares. When you have to make excuses and come up with scenarios and examples on why you are still in the race, YOU HAVE LOST. Lets all unite and get this nation back on track

KW, Vail AZ   May 23rd, 2008 5:36 pm ET

I'm willing to bet that not one of you really understands the comment she made, and you probably don't know who Robert Kennedy was.. Obama supporters, his campaign, and the media tend to distort everything Bill or Hillary says. We would have gotten this same reaction from you even if she had only said "good morning".

Patterson   May 23rd, 2008 5:36 pm ET

It was obvious to me what she was talking about, trying to remind people that a campaign going into June was not unusual. Her husband tied up his campaign in June in California and Bobby Kennedy was still running in June in California. Please please quit trying to make stories out of things that are not stories. Stop minipulating the conversation and report the facts.

LINDA,FL   May 23rd, 2008 5:36 pm ET

Ready for clinton's convention?
Here we go

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/rachel-maddow/clinton-to-the-convention_b_103078.html

Bitter Tommy Hussein in St. Louis   May 23rd, 2008 5:36 pm ET

fred May 22nd, 2008 5:48 pm ET

Mary May 22nd, 2008 5:41 pm ET

I just came back from a parallel universe where Hillary was in the lead and laughing at the notion of allowing FL & MI.

She kept on saying, my opponent is desperate. He wants to change the rules AGAIN. How can we now change the rules at this late stage in the game? My opponent agreed to these rules in 2007. We need a president that abides by the rules.

The point is, would Hillary fight this hard if FL & MI would benefit Obama?

Can we call this more SNIPER FIRE and call it a day?
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YES, MARY…SHE WOULD!!!

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fred, with this simple comment (in another thread) you've shown that you are probably by far the most gullible person who regularly blogs here on the Ticker. I've got 500 acres of prime swampland on Mars to sell you. Don't worry about all the paperwork with NASA; I'll take care of it for you.

Vic   May 23rd, 2008 5:36 pm ET

I see the Republican trolls are out in full force masquerading as female Hillary supporters.

Really, are you so afraid of the this General Election race that you need to resort to these drive-by's?

BIFF, BIFFINGTON...   May 23rd, 2008 5:36 pm ET

I have come to the conclusion that Hillary can stand on stage eating newborns, and her supporters will still defend her.

FedUpDem   May 23rd, 2008 5:36 pm ET

young, gifted and black May 23rd, 2008 5:08 pm ET

This is completely tasteless for her to have made that reference to 1968. This makes me question her true motive for staying in this race. Obama, you and your family are in my prayers…

DEMOCRATS UNITED FOR OBAMA 08
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Look another highly educated obamidiot that can't handle historical fact and wants to spin it into something else….

Oh no she didn't!   May 23rd, 2008 5:36 pm ET

I can't believe anyone could still support this heinous woman. What could they be thinking?

Rj   May 23rd, 2008 5:36 pm ET

Hmmm… Hillary will now blame sexism for her stupidity and thinking out loud. If you are resorting to hope that something terrible will happen to your opponent, I don't want you leading my country! Can you say self inflicted wound? It was bound to happen…

Duane,WA   May 23rd, 2008 5:36 pm ET

Got Dam!!!!!!! !This lady wants to be president!!!! Oh my lord….CNN show some backbone you spinless netwwork.

Dee   May 23rd, 2008 5:36 pm ET

Yet another reason I won't be voting for Obama…Way to go Dems, you deserve the government you elect…

TM   May 23rd, 2008 5:36 pm ET

This remark tells us what kind of judgment Hillary Clinton would bring to the highest office of the land. Not ready on Day One, I'm afraid.

Nicole   May 23rd, 2008 5:36 pm ET

As many have said, I agree, her comments were poorly worded. I am an Obama supporter and don't think she meant anything by it. At the same time, I don't think Obama meant anything by his "bitter" comments that Hillary exploited into Bittergate. If this becomes Kennedygate, it will be her fault for casting stones.

Fran Pensa   May 23rd, 2008 5:36 pm ET

Outrageous! Hillary Clinton will stop at nothing. I pray that the super delegates will put her (and us) out of her misery soon.

Another thinking voter, NY   May 23rd, 2008 5:36 pm ET

How is this "so much worse" than what Huckleberry Finn said at the NRA meeting? Get real and find something else to talk about.

Why would she mean offense by this?

You people are biased.

Vikki   May 23rd, 2008 5:36 pm ET

For those of you that believe that Hillbilly did not mean Obama harm are delusional. The woman has no regard for others and her bid for president has more to do with her than the country. Yes, she is capable of doing an adequate job but she and her husband are too self centered to help others.

Hillary is not to be trusted not now, not ever.

Bob PDX   May 23rd, 2008 5:35 pm ET

So much for a graceful exit.

John Peterson   May 23rd, 2008 5:35 pm ET

This is so ridiculous that this comment is being made such a big issue. Why is the media taking everything out of context? We have such serious problems in the world like me struggling working 2 jobs to feed my family and to keep up with my mortgage payments. Please stop this nonsense and get back to the real issues like the war and the state of the economy.

Ed   May 23rd, 2008 5:35 pm ET

Out of the abundance of the heart, the mouth speaks…

Rebecca from SC   May 23rd, 2008 5:35 pm ET

Wow. Now she doesn't have to worry about an exit stategy…stick a fork in her campaign, she is done.
~Rebecca

Diane   May 23rd, 2008 5:35 pm ET

For the record, I'm definitely not a Clinton supporter, but this is completely ridiculous to make somthing out of this statement that wasn't there. I certainly hope that the ones of you blasting her or any other candidate has never said something that didn't exactly come out like you intended.

Cheryl   May 23rd, 2008 5:35 pm ET

Here we go again, Hillary at her lowest! Get Out You Idiot!

Chuck   May 23rd, 2008 5:35 pm ET

Hillary "Hit Man" Clinton.

Y in GA   May 23rd, 2008 5:35 pm ET

Out of the abundance of the heart the mouth speaks.

FedUpDem   May 23rd, 2008 5:35 pm ET

Toni May 23rd, 2008 5:10 pm ET

Just a preview of what would happen if she was Obama's running mate … I'm sorry … I didn't have enuf sleep … everybody's against me … it's because I'm a woman … And then, of course, there would be Bill … pissing everybody off but nor apologizing for anything. Lovely.
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Can't wait to see mr. no precondition obama when he gets his head handed to him (if he were elected- by some fluke) He'll be like a deer in the headlights with these terrorists, and he'll resort to his uselessness in the Senate and try to vote…PRESENT.

Beth   May 23rd, 2008 5:35 pm ET

Leave her alone, or I'll vote for McCain in protest. Show her the same respect that Ted Kennedy got when he took it to the convention. If y'all keep picking on her, I'll give my vote to McCain, and y'all are gonna get a right wing Supreme Court. I personally don't give a hoot about Roe vs Wade, I'm too old to have an abortion now. So keep on picking on the girl, and you left-wing maniacs are gonna mess it up for Obama.

RONNIE   May 23rd, 2008 5:35 pm ET

You Obama weirdo's need to get a life.If he is on the ballot in November without Hillary Clinton I will vote for McCain.PERIOD.

Obama's pandering to Cubans and Jews is sicking.He won't win the Cuban vote.For whatever reason Cuibans vote for republicans who have done nothing for them and never will.If American Cubans would return to Cuba and lead a revolution against Raul Castro,they could free Cuba.However,their lack of action in the last 50 years proves the do not care about Cuba but like "talking" about a free Cuba.

mehedi   May 23rd, 2008 5:35 pm ET

there was a time when I admired her….a few months ago, and now she acting like a selfish person; its not about the country anymore, its all about her. she has lost it.

Ardnuas   May 23rd, 2008 5:35 pm ET

Look at the people who support her, and then listen to what she said…. This women is EVIL….. this is WHY the republicans HATE her so much.
Obama/Hagel ( I want Chuck Hagel to be VP)

RB   May 23rd, 2008 5:34 pm ET

Anyone who understands English can figure out that she was focusing on JUNE…period. This discussion is particularly silly.

chloe   May 23rd, 2008 5:34 pm ET

Hillary/Billary ….another Senior Moment????

Don't Blame Obama   May 23rd, 2008 5:34 pm ET

Quit blaming Obama, even if you believe the comments were taken out of context. All she has to do is quit saying such comments and she won't be criticized for comments like this.

Everything is Obama's fault to some Hillary supporters, and I wish we could just come together behind our common issues.

Democrats (Whoever it is!) 2008!

Bob B.   May 23rd, 2008 5:34 pm ET

The Obama campaign has sunk to the bottom of the stink pit by opening their mouth period. Unify? my behind….

Obama Mama   May 23rd, 2008 5:34 pm ET

No wonder she wants to be on the ticket as VP……..She knows how to make the presidency hers.

lovebug   May 23rd, 2008 5:34 pm ET

I think its sickening and a disgraceful that you are allowing these nasty comments from these losers CNN

Sara   May 23rd, 2008 5:34 pm ET

I'll love to see the MSM spin this for Hillary to attempt to make us feel sorry for her. Sorry Hillary, you should just exit now. No apology is going to make this one better, except maybe with your hardcore supporters. You've just lost all credibility with me.

Seth   May 23rd, 2008 5:34 pm ET

Not misspeak Clintonspeak

Dan (Kirkland, WA)   May 23rd, 2008 5:34 pm ET

It was particularly distasteful for her campaign to fight back at the Obama campaign's charge that those kinds of comments have no place in this campaign by trying to spin it as an attack on her.

This is way out of bounds.

I used to love the Clintons but I lose more and more respect day by day.

It is truly sad to see the Clinton name being dragged thru the mud by Hillary. They have done so much good and I will not forget that but this needs to end NOW.

Sharon from Houston   May 23rd, 2008 5:33 pm ET

Susan
I Google Vince Foster and I was shock on the things I read. Now I'm really concern about her statement. Below was the headline.

Vince Foster found dead 14 years ago today

Carl Los Angeles   May 23rd, 2008 5:33 pm ET

They should check HER medical records!

Frank   May 23rd, 2008 5:33 pm ET

TOAST

Dominique   May 23rd, 2008 5:33 pm ET

Outrageous! Superdelegates please step up and end this now.

Melissa   May 23rd, 2008 5:33 pm ET

I think the mystery of why she is still staying in has been solved. I doubt she is HOPING anything will happen to him, but if it does – hey – instant nomination. It's pretty much her last best chance at this point. I feel really bad, I used to be thrilled when I thought of her being my president. Now, I don't even trust her to be VP. This is all beneath her dignity.

Martin (Bolivia)   May 23rd, 2008 5:33 pm ET

She sees bullets everywhere.

What's she on?

Or is she desperate to make the headlines, now that the Press is losing interest in her?

Rena   May 23rd, 2008 5:32 pm ET

Former Obama Supporter-

We know you are a Republician so please go entertain your own kind.

Charlotte   May 23rd, 2008 5:32 pm ET

The Hillary Clinton supporters have become our shame of "defenders of the indefensible". Is this campaign worth abandoning your conscience folks? Shame on you!

Snafu   May 23rd, 2008 5:32 pm ET

Hussien BAMA,,,like you know the history of America. Stupid comment by an idiot person. Billary made this vile remark and you say Obama does not know the history. Stupid is as stupid does…I see you are Hillary supporter , racist!

Jordan Fitzpatrick   May 23rd, 2008 5:32 pm ET

Even using her rational, and setting aside the obvious implications of bringing RFK into her argument- her premise is flawed. In 1968 the first primary was held in MARCH- this cycle, it was held in JANUARY- by her logic, she should have dropped out in April. It's apples and oranges.

Uchenna in MD   May 23rd, 2008 5:32 pm ET

I hope she is not suggesting she could possibly get Barack Obama dead in order to clinch the nomination?

s.positive   May 23rd, 2008 5:32 pm ET

GOD WILL JUDGE…

LLJ   May 23rd, 2008 5:32 pm ET

This is beyond desperation! She is advocating a criminal act, and then says, "opps, did I say that"? That is not what I meant.

Deborah   May 23rd, 2008 5:32 pm ET

Has Hillary lost her mind or what? She also needs to apologize to Senator Obama for that remark. Is she implying ill fate towards the Senator. I have truly lost all respect for the woman. She's definitely lost her mind. She has a lot of explaining to do.

Josh, CA   May 23rd, 2008 5:32 pm ET

This is despicable! The woman would kill Obama on the inauguration day if she is the VP.

Tex   May 23rd, 2008 5:31 pm ET

What an idiot!

Really   May 23rd, 2008 5:31 pm ET

When Obama made his bitter and clinging to guns and religion comments about millions of hard working Americans,- where were the outraged Obama supporters?! They are always outraged by anything Clinton does but Obama apparently can do no wrong. If he makes a speech to rich donors and insults millions of Americans about their religion that is ok. But, if Clinton makes a statement citing a historical event, she is demonized. (even when she immediately apologized for the historical reference).
The Obama people have no shame. They also have no sense of history.

Hillary all the way to Denver! If she is not the nominee, I'm writing her name in.

DeniseGA   May 23rd, 2008 5:31 pm ET

@ Former Obama supporter:

This has nothing to do with Obama. It is not funny or a game! Hillary Clinton is very calculated! She meant to say that, and meant the news to pick it up!

A CANUCK   May 23rd, 2008 5:31 pm ET

After reading the above blogs……I finally have the guts to say what I have been trying not to think about……..Is this wishful thinking on Hillary's part…..is that why she hanging in …..hoping for something to happen……….She is evil and despicable.

David   May 23rd, 2008 5:31 pm ET

Freudian Slip – A definition from Wikipedia

"Thoughts (that are) consciously repressed and then unconsciously released."

Sebastian   May 23rd, 2008 5:31 pm ET

Please tell me she didn't say that!

Nancy from FL   May 23rd, 2008 5:31 pm ET

Big deal. Obamababies crying that their false messiah might get taken out, BOO HOO.

Carl Los Angeles   May 23rd, 2008 5:31 pm ET

Post my comments or I'm voting for Hillary!

Chuckiebee   May 23rd, 2008 5:31 pm ET

If she's the VP on the ticket, Obama better hire a full-time food taster!

Veterans for Obama   May 23rd, 2008 5:30 pm ET

I will give her the benefit of the doubt. BUT, if she meant what it sounded like, she is a disgusting human being!

Freudian slip   May 23rd, 2008 5:30 pm ET

Hillary just revealed her deep hidden hope for becoming president…and act of "God" her miracle….WELL this is over the top.
This is why she wants to be VP Hillary go away and stay away…
I wonder how Sen.Kennedy perceives her statement of reason to stay in the campaign…I feel sick…

Kim, Sacramento, CA   May 23rd, 2008 5:30 pm ET

How can anyone still possibly be supporting this woman? How can people not see that she will do and/or say ANYTHING to get elected. Not only has she lost the Democratic nomination for President and done her best to tear up the Democratic party but now she is belittling herself and my guess is that her political career is teetering on it's last leg if she doesn't step back at this point.

It's sad really.

blgeorgia   May 23rd, 2008 5:30 pm ET

Hillary is a monster, just as Samantha Powers said.

FedUpDem   May 23rd, 2008 5:30 pm ET

She should never have apologized.
She said NOTHING wrong.
She just stated fact.
Unfortunately, the obamidiots can't handle the truth.

LSekhmet   May 23rd, 2008 5:29 pm ET

I believe Mrs. Clinton was tired and said something that, while accurate, wasn't very well-phrased. I think her explanation that she's been thinking about Ted Kennedy makes some sense; every Senator has to be thinking about Senator Kennedy's brain cancer.

Recently, Barack Obama said that there were "57 states," and no one really came down on him for it — the few people on television who even mentioned it said, "Oh, he's tired, it's been a long race," etc.

I definitely do not believe this was either intentional or anything other than an inelegant way to point out that there have been other highly-contested primaries that went into June. Period.

Cathy   May 23rd, 2008 5:29 pm ET

What was she thinking?? This is a new all-time low. Time for Hillary to try to salvage her image with a graceful exit. She is only dividing the party with her actions.

calif   May 23rd, 2008 5:29 pm ET

this woman is disgusting

Ed   May 23rd, 2008 5:29 pm ET

hi from Canada..

Ok being in another country and watching what is going on gives me a different perspective and from what Hillary has done up to this point has been more and more desperate… but what she said about RFK is inexcusable… did she inhale what Bill said he did not or what..???
Even when she so called apologizes..she tries to justify it somehow…to all you people that support her …how could you support such an idiot??? and to top it off threaten to vote for McCain who is a clone of Bush just because you do not like Obama …
OK people ..grow up and realize that Obama is the winner even if it is not official yet…
If you really love and care for your country , put aside your prejudice against Obama and unite to defeat the tyrany and dictatorship of the Republicans that you have had to suffer for during the past 7 years…
and your dismal economy is starting to even affect our flourishing economy up here in the Great White North…
So for the love of G*D, vote for Democrats in November…. eh?????

deemann   May 23rd, 2008 5:29 pm ET

Her comments make complete sense. Hillary can, and should, stay in the race as long as the rules say she can…that's FREEDOM. Obama fanboys are so mindless and pitiless. Obama is the sure fire candidate to throw this country into depths of insanity that Bush only dreamed of. I have to say that as a life long Dem I am leaning towards McCain because of both of these zealous and racist campaigns from Hillary and Obama.

Jenny   May 23rd, 2008 5:29 pm ET

That was a scary and disgusting comment.

DeniseGA   May 23rd, 2008 5:29 pm ET

@ Joe

I was upset when I read this earlier, I was glad to see the News picked it up! It has nothing to do with Obama. I was trying to figure out how to get this info to the News. The delegates need to end this now!

John   May 23rd, 2008 5:29 pm ET

Clinton did not mispeak, she was again misinterpreted by the rabid Obama fans that look for any excuse to criticize her campaign. It's not over till the fat lady sings and that will be when the convention is held and all the votes are in. Michigan and Florida will be seated. CNN needs to do a better job of editint these personal attacks against the candidates by the ignorant biased fans

Cathy   May 23rd, 2008 5:29 pm ET

Out of the abundance of the heart you Hillary speaketh the truth.
Hillary, nothing SHOULD happen to Obama.

Is she cooking something and has she just let the cat out of the bag?

I am scared for Obama.

Elly   May 23rd, 2008 5:29 pm ET

I am hoping Senator Obama wins but I Believe Senator Clinton never
meant any harm by this remark
I hope people realize how very tired these candidates are after campaigning for well over a year…its easy to make a slip up when your tired and if you look at the pic below they both look very tired
Having said that tho, I also know if Senator Obama made a comment like that it would likely be the end of his campaign simply bc the media tends to pick on his mistakes more
I think people and the media should let up a little on both of them
This is almost over

lama   May 23rd, 2008 5:29 pm ET

"THIS IS A FINE EXAMPLE OF THE OBAMA CAMPAIGN

PULLING ANY CARD TO ATTACK CLINTON…"

If this is so, pray tell, then why would she apologize? And why would Obama's campaign be the cause of her own words?

And why are you screaming?

Terrence (Winston Salem, NC)   May 23rd, 2008 5:29 pm ET

This… along with the Karl Rove statement tells me that she needs to THINK before she speaks.

@americans   May 23rd, 2008 5:29 pm ET

THIS WOMAN IS DILUSIONAL. SOMEBODY PLEASE CHECK HER INTO A MENTAL INSTITUTION!!!!

calif   May 23rd, 2008 5:29 pm ET

as hillary surpporter am speechless this is the worst and the must unbelievable thing i can ever image her she need to get out cos she have given obama enemies the chance to try to do something stupid

Lethem   May 23rd, 2008 5:29 pm ET

Although the insanity writing has always been on the wall, some have continued to look the other way in the name of democracy. Sen. Clinton is incredulous. I am an Obama supporter, but if he selects her as a VP — I'll stay home

Donna, Texas   May 23rd, 2008 5:29 pm ET

I was sick to my stomach when I heard what she said, referencing Bobby Kennedy. I think it's time for her to step aside. I'm hoping she wasn't trying to sow the seeds for harm to come to Obama and the fact that she would even speak those words out loud gives me great concern. Even her loyal supporters could not condone this behavior, or at least I hope this will open the eyes of the ones she has left.

Susan   May 23rd, 2008 5:29 pm ET

This ongoing attempt, by the Obama camp, to paint the Clintons as racists…. well, I have had enough of it.

There is no way I will vote for Mr. Obama in November. I'm done considering him.

jennifer   May 23rd, 2008 5:29 pm ET

I would love to hear what the Kennedy family has to say about this.
I am sure it won't be pretty.

Harts   May 23rd, 2008 5:29 pm ET

This shows how serious Hillary is and the length she will go to become President of the US. We should take her for her word and never forget who the Clinton's real are- Self Centered, self serving and egotistic. This political family is finished- nobody in their right mind will take Hillary seriously anymore.

Marc in DeKalb, IL   May 23rd, 2008 5:28 pm ET

… and *THIS* … is why I will not vote for Clinton, even as a Vice Presidential candidate.

Dave in Pennsylvania   May 23rd, 2008 5:28 pm ET

As many of us saw Hillarys evil side months ago, now others are seeing her true colors in her desperation. She wont go down alone. She is too proud. She will take down anyone she can to try to make herself look better. If she cant be president in her mind, no one can.
She is a discrace to the demicratic party. Its time for the major demicratic leaders to send her away.

Carrie Pa   May 23rd, 2008 5:28 pm ET

Another example of Hillary's character!

Carl Los Angeles   May 23rd, 2008 5:28 pm ET

Bush 4 more years before Hillary!

Texas   May 23rd, 2008 5:28 pm ET

So, uh, Hillary are you implying that if we wait till June 2008, something could "happen" to your opponent that will allow you to become the Democratic nominee?

Martha, Georgia   May 23rd, 2008 5:28 pm ET

CNN, you don't have to post my previous post. This woman is vile. Write to the superdelegates and flood the emails. Enough already.

PT   May 23rd, 2008 5:28 pm ET

This is wrong on so many fronts that it is hard to even know where to begin. A new low even for a Clinton.

Dana in Maryland   May 23rd, 2008 5:28 pm ET

Notice she only apologized to the Kennedy family.

Jeanne   May 23rd, 2008 5:28 pm ET

Hillary and her tacky husband should do this country and themselves a favor and spare us anymore of their histrionics. We're sick of their drama and their cheap shots.

Bill   May 23rd, 2008 5:28 pm ET

I respect Hiliary but I think she is just tired and probably needs to sit this one out.

dd L.B,CA   May 23rd, 2008 5:28 pm ET

What is Outrageous is Hillary saying this in the first place. This is what she consistently does, makes remarks & once it's out there then offers some ridiculous explanation. Does anyone believe anything Hillary says?? Sounds completely phony! She is trying to do what ever harm she can to Obama, that is the reason she is still in the race. Hillary is out for Hillary & the Clinton Dynasty.

MJL   May 23rd, 2008 5:28 pm ET

I haven't been able to watch Fox News for some time. It is now getting painful to watch CNN. Senator Clinton's comment has been taken totally out of context to make a news story. Where can I find intelligent news reporting?

jason   May 23rd, 2008 5:28 pm ET

this is scary…

i suppose a tiny practical upshot is if something were to happen to Obama, at least who's behind it wouldn't be a secret.

Roxy   May 23rd, 2008 5:28 pm ET

I'M STILL WAITING for MICHELLE OBAMA'S apology for HER COMMENTS ABOUT AMERICA AND FOR BARACK OBAMA'S APOLOGY FOR HIS COMMENTS ON RURAL AMERICA.

Watch for da Hook!   May 23rd, 2008 5:28 pm ET

I would never wish death on nobody man because their is no coming back from that. As a person of faith, I forgive her. Just a poor choice of words.

FACINGREALITY   May 23rd, 2008 5:27 pm ET

Out of the HEART the MOUTH speaks!

These comments will technically end the political careers of the Clintons.

What a SAD day in America!

granforchange   May 23rd, 2008 5:27 pm ET

OMI GOD! THE WOMAN HAS SUNK TO A NEW LOW! SHAME ON YOU FOR MAKING THIS COMMENT.. YOU ARE TOTALLY DISGUSTING AND WITHOUT SHAME! AFTER THIS I DOUBT VERY MUCH IF THE KENNEDY FAMILY HAS ANYTHING TO DO WITH YOU.. SHAME ON YOU!! OBAMA SUPORTER IN WISCONSIN

Linda   May 23rd, 2008 5:27 pm ET

Hillary just imploded ! Saying sorry with regret just not enough.

Kelley in TX   May 23rd, 2008 5:27 pm ET

What is even more disturbing than Clinton's and Huckabee's comments is their condescending, insincere, lame apologies.

It's time for the Supers to show some leadership and get her out of the race NOW.

christina   May 23rd, 2008 5:27 pm ET

If she didn't mean anything by it why feel the need to apologize??? An apology denotes that you've done something wrong (her inexperienced-family campaign advisors should have told her that/ I'm an Obama supporter (and no I'm not a white, blue collar worker) and I personally don't think that Senator Clinton intended any harm with her statements. I also don't mind watching Hillary hang herself BEFORE we get to June 3rd. Enough's enough. Move over and let Obama do his thing, woman!

M.E.M Kansas city   May 23rd, 2008 5:27 pm ET

Hillary needs HELP. She out of HER MIND. WATCH HER.

peter amiator   May 23rd, 2008 5:27 pm ET

i am not surprise ? hillary, what s next. why do we keep listening to you. well, i am switching my allegiance to Barrack. you have humilated me enough.

Sean S   May 23rd, 2008 5:27 pm ET

well there goes that Obama Clinton ticket

Shirley   May 23rd, 2008 5:27 pm ET

On Hardball, some of the commentators are trying to say Hillary made the statement because she is extremely tired. I don't care how they try to excuse it, no one would say something like this unless she had such a scenario somewhere in her subconscious. This would be a good time for her to apologize and make a speech saying she was leaving the primaries for the good of the party and encourage her supporters to back Obama. By continuing this race, she is just damaging her legacy further.

shash   May 23rd, 2008 5:27 pm ET

I think she is 'loosing her bearings'.

Daniel, New York, NY   May 23rd, 2008 5:27 pm ET

Here he goes again. Can anyone really stand to have Barack O as a President when he has such thin skin. I am surprised that he does not go cry in a corner.

Get a LIFE!

Walt, Belton,TX   May 23rd, 2008 5:27 pm ET

That couldn't possibly be construed as a threat, could it?

GypsyDavey   May 23rd, 2008 5:26 pm ET

If Hillary were a Republican, this comment would end her career. In fact, if she were a Republican, the "hard-working white people" comment would have ended her career. The double-standard is incredible.

Gary   May 23rd, 2008 5:26 pm ET

I have always thought that most Americans were very gullible people. If they give this woman one more vote, it only reinforces my thinking. This woman is absolutely pathetic and will stoop to any low to get 'crowned' as President. I am ready to puke…please Americans you are being hoodwinked by the Clintons and their scheming entourage, take off the hood and see the real Clintons.

A scared Canadian

NoBama   May 23rd, 2008 5:26 pm ET

Sen Obama and his supporters are so blind that they can rationalize a statement of history that is very true.

Sen Obama has lot to answer, right from his heritage to Rezko connection, and then about his guru Rev Wright.

In the whole black community, Dems could not find a leader but a pseudo change agent, alas !

natasha VA   May 23rd, 2008 5:26 pm ET

Senator Clinton needs some deserved R&R time. She is deteriorating on a daily basis and it seems it is affecting her psychologically. It is not an all-or-nothing game. There is senate leadership, cabinet posts, and/or supreme court appointments that are still possible. Why commit a political suicide?

Chuck, LA   May 23rd, 2008 5:26 pm ET

How sad….really sad, and now with sleepless nights and out of dirty tricks, she finally gives an idea of what she has planned in her mind for her pathetic desperate bid to steal the Dems nomination from Obama

:(

David Goldman for OBAMA   May 23rd, 2008 5:26 pm ET

SHE IS MENTALLY ILL.

Judy   May 23rd, 2008 5:26 pm ET

Superdelegates:

Get Hillary out of this campaign before she destroys the Democratic Party.

She is not fit for politics with her EVIL mind.

I don't trust the Clintons: they will destroy anything and anyone who is in front of them when they are losing.

Yes, Hillary needs to be immediately investigated!

Obama Independent   May 23rd, 2008 5:26 pm ET

Blah blah blah–slow news day

Rj   May 23rd, 2008 5:26 pm ET

Oh my God! Whoa! What's been on your mind Hillary? Let the entertainment begin. I'm going to sit back and watch her supporters gasp for air. Even rats know when the ship is sinking.

robert   May 23rd, 2008 5:26 pm ET

I am so tired of the stupidity of Americans with all this politically correctness, the woman made a legitimate statement, I heard it and understood it as she meant it. Are the rest of americans so stupid that they can't understand a statement? I felt the content was clearly explained. Give me a Break, at this point I feel Mrs. Clinton has every right to continue on with her campaign, enough bullying from Democrats and media. Last time I checked this was America, Just report the news quit being analysts, it's getting old and tired. I think it's time for America to get real… Maybe if they stopped watching reality shows and started living in the real world! Things may improve! It makes me ill how all this makes us look in the eyes of the world. We look like fools…

Sunny   May 23rd, 2008 5:26 pm ET

She ought to be ashamed of herself. I doubt she ever will be, but she ought to be.

debbie, PA   May 23rd, 2008 5:26 pm ET

I'm speechless. All we need is some nutty person on the verge of a meltdown interpreting that as an invitation. so she can win. Someone that bright and political astute surely must have known what she was saying. This is so, so sad. I was actually starting to feel a little sorry for her.

Dana in Maryland   May 23rd, 2008 5:26 pm ET

I was astounded by Hillary's comment, which sounds too much like her "hard working WHITE americans" comment to have been a complete slip. It reminds me more of trial lawyer tactics to state something prejudicial in front of a jury and know that even if the Judge orders it stricken from the record, the Jury will still be affected by it. As an Unconscious slip, it is even more troubling since it implies she is sticking this out on the off chance something may happen to Obama. Makes me wonder a bit too much. It really seems more like the tactic of say something negative for effect and then take it back after the damage is done. All too "Clinton"

Top of the Ticket   May 23rd, 2008 5:26 pm ET

Give it a rest. It is clear she was indicating that some campaigns go on until the convention and it doesn't make sense to drop-out early because you never know what can happen (i.e.: Rev Wright). The real issue is why have the party insiders and press been trying to push out the first viable female candidiate in our history.

Hillary is the best candidiate and should be our nominee. I say take it all the way to the convention.

After further review,Texas   May 23rd, 2008 5:26 pm ET

The straw that broke the camels back.

Alfredo (SSG)   May 23rd, 2008 5:26 pm ET

Wow.. is that a foot in your mouth again Hillary? Must taste good because it ends up there often.

Lady   May 23rd, 2008 5:26 pm ET

I urge everyone to be objective about things no matter who your candidate is.This statement is wrong and serious from Hillary.if Obama had made this statement,the whole world would be upside down now.When he made the bitter comment,Lou Dobbs dedicated his entire hour talking about it.The entire weekend was dedicated to it and the weeks to follow.The media and everyone needs to call a spade a spade.GO CHRIS MATTHEWS!!

cody   May 23rd, 2008 5:26 pm ET

I'm for Obama, but I really think Clinton just misspoke, just didn't think it through. Her explanation of why she would say this is plausible. I think the Obama camp should acknowledge this. Certainly both candidates are human.

Sue, Bloomington, IN   May 23rd, 2008 5:26 pm ET

There is no defense for this remark. We all know what she meant and why ! Any superdelegate who does not come out now and endorse Obama is guilty of encouraging the disgusting tactics of the Clinton campaign. I hope Ted Kennedy and RFK's kids come out and tell Hillary what they think of this incredibly tacky and offensive remark.

Tim   May 23rd, 2008 5:26 pm ET

Wow I'm sure she didn't mean to say anything offensive but she attacked Barack over the bitter comments I think she needs to think before you attack cause Karma always comes back to bite you in the butt.

LinnieFB   May 23rd, 2008 5:26 pm ET

NO! NO! NO!

I expect her to remove herself from the race withing 24 hours!! She has obviously lost her mind (and her sense of decency). Her days in public office should be OVER!

bean counter, Motor City, MI   May 23rd, 2008 5:25 pm ET

Yawn.

Not a Hillary supporter, but this is not what I would call newsworthy. Mr. Obama has "mis-spoke" (er misremembed a-la Roger Clemens) or various occasions when talking policy.

Sandy   May 23rd, 2008 5:25 pm ET

HRC is simply repulsive.

Lila   May 23rd, 2008 5:25 pm ET

THis woman is tactless and shameless!
More I think about it, more I am convinced that she has 2012 in mind. To make it possible, she has to weaken Obama as much as possible and help defeating him.

RJ   May 23rd, 2008 5:25 pm ET

Why is CNN blowing this out of proportation, I wonder WHY the WOLF has so many issues with HILLARY.
HiLLARY was the first to sympathize with the Kennedy's.
She is harmless and means no harm.
If this was a guy thing, it would be translated different, but this goes to show that WOMEN are still inferior in this great Nation, We do not practice what we preach,
And by the way, I suggest that the best political read OBAMA's books that clearly implied the hatred for white americans,
And echoing fact by Michelle.
I do not see CNN analize these remarks,
Clearly OBAMA is the CNN choice for the nomination,
Dirty politics at work
I hope the people see through these UGLY people at CNN

Vic   May 23rd, 2008 5:25 pm ET

"I am beginning to believe that Hillary, without Bill, would be a far better president than Obama or McCain."

Anita~ You got that from this blunder on the part of Hillary? Why didn't the "obliterate" Iran comment seal the deal for you?

Meme for Obama   May 23rd, 2008 5:25 pm ET

WoW-How low can one possibly get (desperation is not even the word)
You never seize to amaze me hillary.

jfs Memhis, Tn   May 23rd, 2008 5:25 pm ET

This is rather like the remark Bill made in South Carolina. Totally blown out of proportion……..Right??? NOT. She said exactly what she wanted to be understood. The Clintons NEVER leave anything on the table. I cannot believe that after remarks such as this that she would even think that Obama would have her on the Ticket with him. She's a piece of work. The LONGER she stays in, the more she uses her supporters as an excuse to continue …and ruin this party, the less chances the Democrats will have in Nov. Sen. Fienstine please call your FRIEND and stop this nonsense. I fear she may have been misleading you for all these years.

Sadie Jane Starr   May 23rd, 2008 5:25 pm ET

Senator Clinton is desperate and grasping at straws in a tactless way by trying to include the JFK in her speech!!!

democrat   May 23rd, 2008 5:25 pm ET

The woman can't even mention the history of our country. tHESE OBAMA FANS TRY TO MAKE SOMETHING OUT OF NOTHING. I WISH I WAS IN HILLARYS POSITION FOR TWO MINUTES. I WOULD TELL THEM TO STOOP THEIR LIES AND GO STRAIGHT TO HELL.
MCAIN 08

Beverly   May 23rd, 2008 5:25 pm ET

Hillary has lost her post menopausal mind in regards to the
RFK remark! Don't choose her for VP…choose Gen. Colin Powell!

R. Seabron - Pittsburgh   May 23rd, 2008 5:25 pm ET

The Clintons do not make mistakes like this. The Clintons are very smart politically. I always thought there was a chance she might be staying in to solidify herself as the "back up" plan slot in case the unthinkable happens. Now I am convinced that is one of the reasons. This literaly dropped my jaw. Inexcusable, just inexcusable.

R Garcia, Northern Cali   May 23rd, 2008 5:25 pm ET

Let's all just face the realities; she is very damaging to the party, and the American people. Let's not forget that she said she would "obliterate" Iran, why would we want someone like that making threats to another country that we have problems with? I'm sick of war, and as an American, we should be looking past wars to solve problems, and set standards for peace, but peace doesn't make money, so there will always be wars. To me, it sounds like she's waiting for something terrible to happen to Obama. He should definately add a few more secret servicemen to his roster, I'm just saying. . . Why are these Hillary supporters still supporting this neo-con? She's definately a Republican in a democrat costume. She gets away with saying all these crazy things, why? Because she's a woman, and tell Ferraro that I said that, and let's debate on what the difference is. . .

Bruce, Middlesex, NY   May 23rd, 2008 5:25 pm ET

She is definitely right and correct….and we have all thought it. This campaign has become sooooo annoying. None of the candidates can say anything or do anything. It's gotten ridiculous and I blame it on the marathon length of this Presidential campaign.

Lynn   May 23rd, 2008 5:25 pm ET

This should be interpreted by Obama's secret service as a veiled threat!

linda from South Dakota   May 23rd, 2008 5:25 pm ET

welll,, hillary,, if you dont want to be misquoted,, then please keep you mouth shut,,, better yet,, get out,,, your excuses dont work anymore,,, GO OBAMA!!!

Sebastian   May 23rd, 2008 5:25 pm ET

Delusional … and out of control ….

and folks think she could be VP???

Woman for Obama   May 23rd, 2008 5:25 pm ET

Wow how low can you go Hillary. Superdelgates please shut this desperate woman down now!.

strange twist   May 23rd, 2008 5:25 pm ET

This democratic nomination process has brought out, all the bad qualities of HRC and all the great qualities of Obama.

Disgruntled voter   May 23rd, 2008 5:25 pm ET

For all of you making a big stink about this I really don't see why this is even a story. She referenced Kennedy's campaign, so what.
I'm not a supporter of hers but this is far from unusual for her and she has said and done many other things over this campaign that should be more scrutinized than this.
This one should have been relegated to the back page of a newspaper.

Proud1of 26% in WV   May 23rd, 2008 5:25 pm ET

Where does she come up with these stats?Look it up,I did .Bill.Clinton effectively won the nomination after winning NY in april.
He left the convention with 3372 delegates,Jerry Brown 596.A real nail biter.She says that no Democrat since 1916 has won without winning WV.They may have carried WV but all could have won without the 5 electoral votes WV carries.Most could have won without WV,Ky,Oh and PA all put together..Look it up.

Tim   May 23rd, 2008 5:25 pm ET

Beyond the stupid comments about Bobby Kennedy, who is this person that is trying to push Clinton out of the race? Another Clinton campaign straw man argument.

Riff Raff   May 23rd, 2008 5:25 pm ET

First of all I'm a staunch Ron Paul supporter so I write this not for Obama but myself.

Clinton is an attorney who is well trained in the exact use of words. She has no way to backtrack on this at all. What could she use as an excuse, "I was sleep deprived"? How can any of you democrats vote for her in the primary? How could any of you vote for her as a VP? I have absolutely no doubt that if she was the VP Obama would be murderd, I truly do. Ego maniacs know no bounderies and have no aliance to anyone or anything but themselves. Hillary Clinton – Vote for me or die….

Grant   May 23rd, 2008 5:25 pm ET

Beware of the Clintons…….they play for keeps, send some PI's to Arkansas and ask around…hint hint

She will be the nominee, at any cost

The DNC needs to stop this now, this is unprecedented in politcal America….Her campaign is officially over, this is fear mongering at its highest…Presidential Candidates do misspeak at this level…curiously enough she has not apologized to Sen Obama after referencing him to get shot! I guess she can kiss goodbye any chances in SD or MT..spin this Lanny Davis! If Carville is a man of honor, he will sign that check NOW!

Ray   May 23rd, 2008 5:25 pm ET

Well I just changed my vote! Now I now what's she's waiting for. I'm in the Obama camp now and recommend those Hillary Hold Outs do the same.

Ovitshio Branco from New Mexico   May 23rd, 2008 5:25 pm ET

Shameless, Stupid,

Where are the Superdelegates to stop the Fat Lady with suitpant

She need to give some explanation about this may she is planning

something badf against Senator Obama

Observer   May 23rd, 2008 5:25 pm ET

Is this the anything can happen case that she has been pushing all along. This is sick! She just pulled her own plug.

V Aken'Ova   May 23rd, 2008 5:24 pm ET

Wow… Hillary Clinton's comments are quite shocking. I guess we all know what she is secretly hoping for. The super delegates need to shut this thing down now. Enough already. This is the heights of desperation…

Zubair, CA   May 23rd, 2008 5:24 pm ET

perhaps Sen. Clinton hadn't slept well last night.

Spencer PA   May 23rd, 2008 5:24 pm ET

We can not afford another president who tries to just speak or act talk to garner some tough reputation. We need someone who has intelligence and chooses their words thoughfully and honestly. America just doesn't need Barack, the international community needs Barack. OBAMA 08- REAL CHANGE.

seattle   May 23rd, 2008 5:24 pm ET

……..and some people want this woman running the country ?

park more   May 23rd, 2008 5:24 pm ET

It is part of it. This was a set up from the beguining some politicians did not want clinton in the white house….. How do you explain the change date of primary in Florida and Michigan? Without that Hillary whould be already the nominee……… I think that she still can win the general election as INDEPNDENT

Sharon from Houston   May 23rd, 2008 5:24 pm ET

This is it! I was willing to wait until early June for Billary to leave but after that statement she made…the sooner the better.

LeftyLadig   May 23rd, 2008 5:24 pm ET

Hillary, you need to go to a very quiet place and double up on your meds

Xavier, St. Louis, MO   May 23rd, 2008 5:24 pm ET

Hillary would say and do anything to win a vote. Just when you think she’s at an all time low, she finds a way to go even lower.

I just can't believe people support her behavior. There are a lot of lost people in this country.

Independent   May 23rd, 2008 5:24 pm ET

If Hillary is sorry, it's not because she didn't mean what she said, but because she got caught saying it on national television. Her mental capacity has depleted. I bet this is one of the arguments she makes to superdelegates behind the scenes. Just like her "white people are voting for me" she had a lapse and forgot she was on television.

Go Obama 08/12   May 23rd, 2008 5:24 pm ET

Enough of McCintons no matter what the time frame was/ is .

The way she downgrades,slams others continually I bet she is thinking of others what a farce.

Good idea send the McClintons./Bushes/ McShames riding off into the sunset and be sure they taker all their politics with them.

Obama 08 NO To HILLARY VP

tigerakabj   May 23rd, 2008 5:24 pm ET

Ok. Hillary, it's time for you to go. Super D's, put an end to this now.

Crush Rush   May 23rd, 2008 5:24 pm ET

How low can she go?She must be getting tips from Limbaugh.In the last days???Another freudain slip?

marek   May 23rd, 2008 5:24 pm ET

super delegates please declare your support for Obama and finish this please

Ilona from Alberta   May 23rd, 2008 5:24 pm ET

OMG!!!!!!!!! How delusional has turned to DISGUSTING!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Unbelivable.

Lynette   May 23rd, 2008 5:24 pm ET

HRC's comment is a clear signal that it is time for her to end her quest for the Democratic Presidential nomination. She needs to take a restfull break before she returns to the full-time serving of the good people of New York.

KC ONYEMELIKE   May 23rd, 2008 5:24 pm ET

Obviously,Clinton has just stated her real intentions for Obama.She has probably hired a hitman to do the job,however God will not let it happen.In life we should be very careful of what we wish for others because it might just come back to us.This explains to us why she cannot win for God sees through her. Words are words but you are what you are.

Dark Kent   May 23rd, 2008 5:24 pm ET

Mrs Clinton can't on one hand try to convince us that she is expereienced and smart when saying why she could be president and on the other try to say she didn't realize the implications of her comment.

Fact: 1

Racism vs Sexism? Mr. Obama has recieved death threats already while running for President. I'll bet nobody has threatened to kill Hillary because she is a woman that is running.

Fact 2:

Any comment that even remotes encourages any of the crazies out there to advance their warped thoughts, whether it's from Huckabee or from Hillary, is reckless and not the kind of behavior we want to see.

Steve   May 23rd, 2008 5:24 pm ET

What Hilary failed to mention about campaigns historically going into June was that they hadn't started in January. Also as she has $20 million in debt, I guess that she thinks that it is ok to go deeper into debt, and then ask others to bail her out? That seems cheeky to me.

james   May 23rd, 2008 5:23 pm ET

Well, anything can happen and BESIDES is this NOT a democracy?

Neither candidate has the necessary delegate count and it would be plain stupid for her to quit before so.

I am with Hillary now and will be with her in 2012!

Hillary supporters UNITE for McCain '08 for Clinton '12.
Obama, well, NEVER!!!!

calif   May 23rd, 2008 5:23 pm ET

this woman is too ambition and can do anything to get that seat. if anything happen to obama i reget she will be the first suspect, am her supporter but am not anymore. she is sick

mike   May 23rd, 2008 5:23 pm ET

she sounds tired, its been a long year for all!

miles   May 23rd, 2008 5:23 pm ET

She is losing it. She purposely said it because its a sensitive issue in the Obama camp among his supporters. The Clintons are not a team you can trust so hopefully there is another choice for VP.

vic nashville,Tn   May 23rd, 2008 5:23 pm ET

I am glad she did past 2 days mainstream media totally forget Hillary
Now media will talk about her till monday
Hillary 08 or Mc Cain 08

NC Attorney 4 Obama   May 23rd, 2008 5:23 pm ET

Although I am an avid supporter of Sen. Obama, I was very much a fan of the Clintons (more so Bill than Hillary). However, as this campaign has gone on, I have been quickly astounded and disgusted as to the depths that Hillary Clinton will sink to win. Today, however, is a new low. She knew what she was saying. She, in effect, said that she is staying in the race because something could happen to Obama….and that something is the one thing that a lot of people have been tremendously concerned about. She really needs to step aside at this point. Considering that a good number of her supporters have publicly stated that they have an issue with Obama's race, she is clearly inciting (intentionally or not) some sort of violent, hateful backlash if she doesn't win. She should truly be ashamed of herself.

Chris   May 23rd, 2008 5:23 pm ET

Judgement at its finest…

Mike G   May 23rd, 2008 5:23 pm ET

This lady is a live wire! To think that people actually want her unpredictable mouthpiece on the ticket?? I would be afraid to make her my VP considering all her off the wall comments throughout this campaign. She needs a position that requires her mouth to be tailored down and supervised. Unfortuantely, VP of the U.S. is not it! What will she say in meetings overseas with world leaders??? Who knows…..now that's scary!

Felix   May 23rd, 2008 5:23 pm ET

Another uuuppsss…… But here the problem is not between Obama Clinton, the problem it Democrats — McBush. Let's get united and save the country of four more years of the worts goverment ever

Soupgui (Brussels)   May 23rd, 2008 5:23 pm ET

Ohhhh my god!!
You got to be kidding, We here in Europe don't understand how someone can talk about dead people like that without any respect for the family. May God protect Senator Obama, "the june analogy of crime" by HRC? That Madame is desperate all the way, she must drop out now. Enough is enough, are the superdelegates watching this mess just for fun… Geeez

Mel   May 23rd, 2008 5:23 pm ET

Now we see who Hillary Clinton really is. I liked her. I was holding out for the "Dream Ticket", but that would be a mistake. Her becoming President would only be a heart beat away, and that might be too tempting for her.
We can see clearly how she thinks. She is calculating and so power-thirsty that she will ride rough shod over any one who stands in her way. When we add the pieces together we see a heartless, self-absorbed individual who will crush you into the ground, walk over your body while she smiles and waves to the crowd. America needs Senator Obama, but it would be better for him and his family for him to fail to win the presidency than to open himself for some uneducated to take a crack at his life.

Hillary, Hillary   May 23rd, 2008 5:23 pm ET

I think she just "misssssspoke" again nothing to worry about, I honestly don't think she could be that cold hearted or can she, huh.

Concerned Canadian   May 23rd, 2008 5:23 pm ET

Doesn't anyone in the media or Obama campaign have an ounce of decency left ?

Hillary Clinton was making a point on her campaign using historical reference simply to date the events of past primary races.

People that pick on these words must have their minds permanently embedded in a whirlpool of suspicion and hate with a total lack of logic.

Obama has said things 10 times worse….he's never apologized for anything in his campaign….this guy must be a perfect human being…in fact he sits on the right side of God !!

Megan O. Toronto, ON, Canada   May 23rd, 2008 5:23 pm ET

Wow I had an OMG moment when I saw the clip on Situation Room. As soon as I heard the words come out of her mouth I had horrible images of something horrible happening to Obama. Why did she not just stop when she said Bill was not the nominee until at least June.

She needs to honestly close her mouth and stop talking. We only need 60 Superdelegates to end this and now with this all time low from Hillary, it seriously needs to end NOW!

dave   May 23rd, 2008 5:23 pm ET

Its funny to see the liberals all react in horror to the Clinton freakshow.

Welcome to the truth that the Republicans have known for 15 years about your heroes the Clintons. (Bill is no different, as you now know)

Legacy time!

Carl Los Angeles   May 23rd, 2008 5:23 pm ET

Former Obama Supporter… Obama did not make the stupid comment… Hillary did. Speak on that point! Was it a stupid comment? of course it was! It was a wretched thing to say… do NOT blame Obama for Hillary saying wretched things.

Lady   May 23rd, 2008 5:23 pm ET

What in the world?Out of the abundance of the heart the mouth speaketh.No matter what her explanation is for this,it shows what her deep feelings and wishes are.Remember there is no art to find the mind'd construction on the face.
Hillary blind supporters can try to explain this all they want,but they know her record of pandering.Any so called explanation she is giving now is pandering.She misspoke again yeah,right!
I wanted Obama to pick her as VP but it is clear what her plans are,no matter what to become president.

tony   May 23rd, 2008 5:23 pm ET

Maybe the Republicans were right about the Clintons after all

Connie Sturgeon   May 23rd, 2008 5:23 pm ET

I am sorry that Mrs.Clinton has fallen to a new low. Given the news for Senator Ted Kennedy this past week to bring his brother up at the time he is fighting for his life is shameful . Shame on you Hillary.

Connie from Logansport,IN

Linda31   May 23rd, 2008 5:23 pm ET

Apologize???? Please, that's the most horrible thing she could have said. To even bring up Kennedy's death as example of a reason to stay in is beyond words. What else do the superdelegates need to kick her out?

Oh, I know it was a slip of her tongue. Disgusting!

jj   May 23rd, 2008 5:23 pm ET

The Obamabots are unreal!!! Please folks…you are all getting desperate..Barack's campaign is falling apart and you will grasp at anything to slow Hillary down!!!

Bbech   May 23rd, 2008 5:23 pm ET

So she's pinning her hopes on something bad happening to Barack Obama. Do us a favor Hillary and drop out.

Cindy, TN   May 23rd, 2008 5:23 pm ET

Don't beleive the Clintons. Sounds like she is planting "bad ideas" in the minds of criminals. She knew exactly what she was doing when the let the words roll out of her mouth. After all the African Americans who stood up for Bill over the "Monica" fisaco, the Clintons should be very grateful for all African Americans. All you Hillary supporters who will not vote for a Black man, and vote for McCain instead, after the next four years, you'll be ready to vote for anybody. And please don't be crying and complaining everyday, posting your little whiny complaints in the editorials of your local newspaper, because "what goes around, comes right back at ya"

Roger   May 23rd, 2008 5:23 pm ET

Now you see Lady Macbeth for exactly what she is. Do anything it takes is her motto, has always been her motto. She'll let nothing get in her way.

Farrell, Houston, Tx   May 23rd, 2008 5:23 pm ET

I HOPE PEOPLE CAN SEE HILLARY HAS VERY LITTLE REGARD OR RESPECT FOR YOU AND SHE WILL SQUASH YOU LIKE A BUG FOR HER OWN SELF SERVING PURPOSES. HILLARY HAS NOT PLACE IN LEADERSHIP, HER AMBITIONS ARE VERY DANGEROUS.

Sheri   May 23rd, 2008 5:23 pm ET

What in the world is she talking about? I hope she's not going CRAZY?

silence do good   May 23rd, 2008 5:23 pm ET

Oh no – here come the Ozombies 3..2..1…..

Hillary misspeaks and apologizes and it is a horrible attack on all that is good and holy. "The Obama campaign reacted quickly" – another negative attack today.

BUT Obama uses Ted's sad illness for a free photo-op and he is SO wonderful.

Voice of Reason   May 23rd, 2008 5:23 pm ET

She meant no offence, that I know of…

JoJo   May 23rd, 2008 5:22 pm ET

Former Obama Supporter: No one actually believes you were ever an Obama supporter. Lie, lie, lie just like the Clintons.

Press   May 23rd, 2008 5:22 pm ET

I'm not buying it!!! She didn't bat an eye when she said it. If he takes her as VP he is crazy. A vote for that ticket would be a vote for her. She could have stopped with her husband winning in June and any other time the ticket was not wrapped up until June.(84) Just like Patterson said, she is DESPERATE!!!!!!!!! If she was thinking so much about the Kennedy's, why bring it back up again with all the drama they have going on with Ted's brain tumor….

Left Coaster for Democracy   May 23rd, 2008 5:22 pm ET

She made a mistake with her words. They all have… Remember the bitter comments. Move on.

lama   May 23rd, 2008 5:22 pm ET

After reading this apology, and knowing the Clinton's, and particularly Hillary's, difficult relationship with the truth… I am now convinced she said this on purpose. There is a clear political gain here if her last best option is to sway SD's.

What a sad commentary on our politics.

Mary K   May 23rd, 2008 5:22 pm ET

I think Hillary is insane! She knew exactly what she was saying. Why would she use the Kennedy's tragic situations as a cover up to her true feelings! We are not all naive. Those people in Kentucky, PA, and other cites who she says are white, un-educated, blue collar workers should be insulted of the title she has given them, especially coming from someone who has made over 100 million dollars in the last several years!

tony   May 23rd, 2008 5:22 pm ET

That makes two white politicians in one week insinuating the killing of Obama. And no it is no accident.

Confused?   May 23rd, 2008 5:22 pm ET

Clinton can say almost anything (Nearly Offensive) and explain it away. Whether it be an out right lie or a simple distortion of fact. She and her husband are masters of the Double-Speak Art! If Obama or McCain for that matter say 1/2 of what the Clintons state they are held to a much higher standard. Someone needs to REEL those Clintons in NOW….They need to Sit down…..They are indeed past tense!

John   May 23rd, 2008 5:22 pm ET

I am the last person to defend the Clintons and she is the last candidate I would vote for, but I don't understand what the big deal is with her statement. Someone please explain.

Mary, CA   May 23rd, 2008 5:22 pm ET

Hilly needs to go Mental Health Institution…Very sick lady.
Like Husband Like Wife…Go back to AR. She destroys her party…

John   May 23rd, 2008 5:22 pm ET

Boy! If this doesn't end her campaign, nothing will! She isn't smart enough to be president!

A CANUCK   May 23rd, 2008 5:22 pm ET

If Clinton made this outrageous comment because she was "preoccupied with the Kennedys" …….how can she be trusted to keep a level head when in the White House?? Especially with Bill looking over her shoulder !!!

Susan   May 23rd, 2008 5:22 pm ET

Leaves me still wondering what happened to Vince Foster.

sbritto   May 23rd, 2008 5:22 pm ET

Obama's supporters are the one's who are disgusting and have created this great divide. They look for anything to spout their hatred. No wonder, so many people will vote McCain over Obama.

Is that what she is hoping?   May 23rd, 2008 5:22 pm ET

Is that why she is staying in? In case Obama gets shot…God protect him…..we cannot have this crazy woman for president!! She says that she brought it up because that campaign did run into June…but there have been a couple of other campaigns that did too, why didn't she mention one of those. So now we will see her act so sorry!!! America this is the evil woman that we almost nominated to run for president.

WeLuvObama   May 23rd, 2008 5:22 pm ET

I have left several comments on this board. Why are they not getting posted?

another one   May 23rd, 2008 5:21 pm ET

HRC says "people have been trying to push me out of this ever since Iowa".

Another lie !!!!!!!

If someone compiles all the 'twist of facts', that'll be something to get a good laugh at

Army Wife   May 23rd, 2008 5:21 pm ET

hillary, okay, whatever….

but leave our kennedies alone, leave our country alone.

go home, enough of you and your stupid husband.

Michael   May 23rd, 2008 5:21 pm ET

Typical Hillary. Make a racist comment, issue a half-hearted non-apology apology.

Lethem   May 23rd, 2008 5:21 pm ET

Sen. Clinton should be called upon to release her mental health records

Hussein Bama   May 23rd, 2008 5:21 pm ET

What does Sen Obama know of the history of America ??

He has no understanding of old values, and this will push America further down south.

Let's move on we know she probably tired   May 23rd, 2008 5:21 pm ET

Let's move on she's probably tired from staying up late wondering how to divide the party.

Rena   May 23rd, 2008 5:21 pm ET

In this case I don't believe Hillary meant anything to be offensive to the Kennedy family. I do believe she does have some morals. I just hope that Hillary will allow this nomination to come to an end and put her effort in helping Obama to obtain the Presidential nomination.

It just wasn't her time maybe next time. Try again Hillary in 2016 maybe by this time your character may be a little more cleaner since you have just totally tainted it this this election. You are going to have to give people some time to get over the mess you have created during this nomination process.

fred   May 23rd, 2008 5:21 pm ET

That isn't a blunder…if is a fact. I can remember it as if yesterday.

It was in June…you Obamanuts are just that NUTs!!

Beckie Sue in Montana   May 23rd, 2008 5:21 pm ET

Shame on you Hillary Clinton… SHAME ON YOU!!!!!!!!!!!! Just disgusting!

Joshua   May 23rd, 2008 5:21 pm ET

I wouldn't vote for that witch for any office after this stunt. She may have the white uneducated vote but has lost all the black vote. Even if she runs in 2012 she will lose!!!!!!!

GERIATIC   May 23rd, 2008 5:21 pm ET

I WOULD LIKE TO BELIEVE HILLARY, ….THAT IT WAS AN INNOCENT REMARK. BUT I'M TRULY CONVINCED THAT HER MIND WORKS ON A SINISTER CYCLE, AND THAT SENTIMENT IS REINFORCED BY HER ERRATIC AND IRRATIONAL BEHAVIOUR DURING THIS PRIMARY.

Disgusted with Hillary   May 23rd, 2008 5:21 pm ET

This woman is unbelievable. I'll take George Bush for another 4 years before I'd vote this psycho into office.

Obama '08

Sheri   May 23rd, 2008 5:21 pm ET

SHE IS CRAZY!!!!!!!

hillary 08   May 23rd, 2008 5:21 pm ET

here goes the media again. it's sick the way they can twist something and take it completely out of context…

OBAMA 08'   May 23rd, 2008 5:21 pm ET

What, she is still in it?!?!?! Please someone tell her to move she is but a bump on the way. She talks about uniting the party and all she is doing is keeping us apart, oh and by the way, Florida and Michigan Votes will not count remember you signed on it….

Debbie   May 23rd, 2008 5:21 pm ET

You know, if all of you would stop crying everytime Hillary says something we would all be better off. What a butch of cry babies. You know if women cried as much as the men running for office DO, we would be shut up in a closet. What is wrong with the men today. Are they so afraid that a woma n can be better men then they can be. Besides, I don't think anything Hillary could say or do that even comes close to Rev Wright and hes disregard for the white people. So get off the band wagon and get this country healed and back together again. Oh, by the way, MY HUSBAND AND I WOULD NEVER EVER VOTE FOR OBAMA.

HILLARY FOR PRESIDENT

Disgusted   May 23rd, 2008 5:21 pm ET

Hillary Clinton has stooped to new lows. This is absolutely shameless in the worst possible way. Democrats should be ashamed that member of their party make such disgusting comments.

If she was looking to exit gracefully, well, I think she just figured out the "exit" part.

Steven   May 23rd, 2008 5:21 pm ET

This woman has now lost all my respect. I used to like her and was even supporting her from the start but this is getting crazy and she is willing to say anything now. Even if she didnt mean anything by her statement she has to understand she has to be careful with what she says.

Lisa F.   May 23rd, 2008 5:20 pm ET

Desperation tends to make one converse out of the arse.

Superdelegates……Where are you?????

Hillary has dug a hole from which she cannot possible climb.

She keeps going deeper….deeper and she's taking the party with her.

Pelosi needs to "man up" and grow a set. Be a leader. The party looks ridculous and chaotic.

MAN UP!!!

Sharon from Houston   May 23rd, 2008 5:20 pm ET

Shame on you Hillary!

andrew   May 23rd, 2008 5:20 pm ET

if her comment was not newsworthy according to cnn (unlike every other responsible news source), then why was her apology for that comment. cnn's bias is showing again. wait to put the best positive spin on a horrible statement from networks's fave.

jim ohare   May 23rd, 2008 5:20 pm ET

Her mind is gone.last year she thought she had the nomination all wrapped up.Now her campaign is broke & in debt & Obama is going to be the candidate to represent the democratic party,Its time to go back in the kitchen & bake some cookies.

Sérgio Santos   May 23rd, 2008 5:20 pm ET

Apologies aren't asked. They are avoided instead.

"Oh Hillary, you're a monster who only thinks about herself and that would do wonders in HELL"

*2 hours later*

"I apologize for my remark….and I reject it"

jimmy dao   May 23rd, 2008 5:20 pm ET

i think this whole thing was a joke to American people – please stick to the subject that people really interested in "economy" – don't think how American would vote for Obama when they know nothing about this person – talk about at stake – that's why we need experience – we can change the way system works but we can't change America politics and that's what Obama try to do – just will not work – i will not vote for Obama if he is the nomination – i will have to vote for John Mc

Adele   May 23rd, 2008 5:20 pm ET

Well as always she mispoke. Somebody PLEASE admit her to the nearest mental institution.

joe   May 23rd, 2008 5:20 pm ET

THIS IS A FINE EXAMPLE OF THE OBAMA CAMPAIGN

PULLING ANY CARD TO ATTACK CLINTON….

WE ALL KNOW SHE WAS ONLY SPEAKING ABOUT HISTORY…

JUST AS WHEN SHE MENTION LYNDON JOHNSON AND SIGNING

CIVIL RIGHTS ACT….SOON OBAMA CAMPAIGN THREW THE RACE

CARD

COME ON SHE WAS ONLY REFERRING TO HISTORY WHEN SHE

MENTION BILL AND ROBERT KENNEDY

I THINK OBAMA CAMPAIGN ARE THE ONES PLAYING DIRTY HERE

SHE WAS ONLY REFERRING TO HISTORY

Out in Left Field   May 23rd, 2008 5:20 pm ET

Former Obama Supporter

The Obama camp and his supporters are going to look for any reason not to pick Hillary as the VP, even if that means making her comment on Kennedy an issue. Do they actually think we don't see this?

UHHHHH DUHHH, she has done such a great job of eliminating herself from the running already, this is just the icing on the cake.

Anon   May 23rd, 2008 5:20 pm ET

If this really doesn't help people see through her, then God help our country.

Greg   May 23rd, 2008 5:20 pm ET

Just mindboggling.

She needs to quit now!

Cynthia Young   May 23rd, 2008 5:20 pm ET

If she can't understand the significance of her comments, she has completely lost all sense of propriety and reality. This statement is absolutely outrageous.

dEMOBRAT   May 23rd, 2008 5:20 pm ET

Lighten up Obama camp. "Has no place in this campaign" what exactly has no place? What did she say that was so bad?

tedious898   May 23rd, 2008 5:20 pm ET

Oh boy….I want to believe Hill on this one. But here are some obvious concerns:

1). The math does not support Hill continuing.

2). Many pundits have said "the Clinton campaign is waiting for another Rev. Wright moment" to give Hillary a boost going into the convention.

3) And in the back of many minds is……

But no way the Clintons would ever have any part in such. Ok…I say its time we get this over with

james   May 23rd, 2008 5:20 pm ET

The remark is absolutely apalling and is a reflection of how low Clinton will stoop to win this campaign… as if she already hasn't thrown the kitchen sink at Obama!

Pete   May 23rd, 2008 5:20 pm ET

Dude…

I feel sorry for her. I think we should all give her a group-hug and a kiss — then send her on her way.

Ramon   May 23rd, 2008 5:20 pm ET

Let me put it this way….

Hillary or McCain!!!

PBD   May 23rd, 2008 5:19 pm ET

Right, she doesn't regret if her remark was at all traumatic for the Obama family. I am sure Michelle worries every day and night for her husband's safety. Seriously.

Daniel   May 23rd, 2008 5:19 pm ET

I am appalled once again by the tactics of Senator Obama and his campaign. It is clear to anyone that was listening to the Argus-Leader interview that Senator Clinton's remarks were a historical reference and nothing more.

For one who claims to be a unifying force, Senator Obama once again fails to do so. Instead, he and his campaign continue to manipulate innocent remarks in an attempt to belittle Senator Clinton and as a result further drive a wedge in the democratic party.

HenryJD   May 23rd, 2008 5:19 pm ET

Obama & Co. has been playing this dirty game very cleverly. When Bill Clinton says something, it's "insulting" and "racist" even though the Clintons have done tremendeously good for the black population. When Mrs. Obama says somthing, it's "blame everybody else but her". What a shame….

Hanging Chad   May 23rd, 2008 5:19 pm ET

Too little, too late…

Lisa   May 23rd, 2008 5:19 pm ET

I think the media is driving sensitivity where there doesn't need to be any. I saw nothing wrong with her comment and new exactly what she was talking about. If the media would stop making the news and instead just do their job and report it, we wouldn't be in this mess with this election. I think the press needs to get the heck out of the way and let things just happen the way the will.

prairieguy   May 23rd, 2008 5:19 pm ET

Absolutely disgusting…sick, sick, sick!!!!

Time to call it quits and go the hell home!!

No matter who one supports this went over the line.

Wayne   May 23rd, 2008 5:19 pm ET

This just gets worse by the day. Please lets end this primary immediately. There are so many reasons why that comment was inappropriate. Hillary you can't win, and you are ruining your legacy everyday so please bow out.

Eric in MN   May 23rd, 2008 5:19 pm ET

Even if you ignore allusion to RFK, her point is still flawed. THe '68 and '92 campaigns went all the way to June BECAUSE California held its primary in June. This year, CA held its primary in February, and there is basically nothing left for Clinton. This just further provse that she is ADMITEDLY waiting in the weeds for something bad to happen. HOW PRESIDENTIAL.

ds   May 23rd, 2008 5:19 pm ET

Quit NOW!!!! There is NO MORE spin!!!!

gobsmacked   May 23rd, 2008 5:19 pm ET

Another example of how she uses any person or circumstance to try to make her point. There is something in her psyche that is really disturbing.

sam   May 23rd, 2008 5:19 pm ET

to add above comments , hope all people come to senses and do not give her singel votes in next three primary and send message across country , this kind of dirty politics have no place USA politics.

Democrat first, feminist second   May 23rd, 2008 5:19 pm ET

I can't believe she actually said that! What on earth was she thinking? Oh My God – she's completely off her rocker!

Yankee Air Pirate   May 23rd, 2008 5:19 pm ET

The Obama camp always seems to be in a hurry to condemn other candidates words, yet the Obamtrons seem to think this guy represents hope & change.Hope & change.One.

Rick   May 23rd, 2008 5:19 pm ET

I've been an avid Obama supporter for awhile now and definitely haven't agreed with many of the ways Clinton has run her campaign but I really don't think she meant her comment to come across like that. I think it was just really poorly worded. But regardless of what she actually meant, she obviously just dug her hole even further.

Adele   May 23rd, 2008 5:19 pm ET

She is sick.

go blue   May 23rd, 2008 5:19 pm ET

I don't really think this is a big deal.

But I would like to remind people that RFK was elected to the US Senate in 1964 and ran for President just four years later in 1968.

Sound familiar?

The Clintons say they supported RFK's run in 1968- I guess they didn't care about "35 years of experience" at that time.

evan   May 23rd, 2008 5:19 pm ET

Its very clear that Clinton was trying to insult the entire Kennedy family. We should kick her out of the campaign and probably stone her to death. Come on – do we really need articles like this and more disturbing does Obamas campaign have to comment and make this an actual deal? Politics really are sickening sometimes.

EK   May 23rd, 2008 5:19 pm ET

That's just what Teddy needs right now, to hear Hillary rattle on about his brother's death. She's a cold lady.

Sharon from Houston   May 23rd, 2008 5:18 pm ET

She better pray that nothing happens to Barack Obama! Because All fingers will be pointing to Sen. HRC!!!!!!!!!!!

RB   May 23rd, 2008 5:18 pm ET

HIllary, I've regretted a lot of things for which I have never apologized. Are you trying to apologize to the 53% of democrats who support Obama, the Kennedy family, and the nation OR are you regretting the damage it will cause your nomination bid? The words don't mean the same thing, but you already know that.

I think you should drop out of this race before you completely damage your career, your husband's legacy, and any chance of Chelsea ever going into politics. Yes, you have become that volatile. You are self-destructive and are allowing the campaign pressures to cloud your judgment.

It's OK to lose if you gave your best. If you didn't, then you only have yourself to blame. Sometimes, other people are just better than you. Every dog has its day. It's over, Hillary.

NJ Independent   May 23rd, 2008 5:18 pm ET

Outrageous comment, once again. When will it stop?

DPZ of Houston   May 23rd, 2008 5:18 pm ET

She is too desperate she is about to self destruct oh well… Goodbye!!!!!!!!!!

sophia nyc   May 23rd, 2008 5:18 pm ET

Go away, Hillary and take your mis-speaking with you.

A Denny   May 23rd, 2008 5:18 pm ET

So, Hillary, you want us to believe you're just stupid, and making off the cuff remarks? I don't buy it. You know very well you can not unring a bell. The small percentage of your supporters that are wing nuts have just been given permission to utilize that avenue to secure you the nomination. Shame on you. It is time for the Supers to step in , end this, and save you from yourself.

Susan Carlson   May 23rd, 2008 5:18 pm ET

I am absolutely stunned that Hillary's comments regarding an historical reference to selecting presidential candidates into June (i.e Bobby Kennedy) warranted such disdain from the talking heads. My husband started telling me the story and I gave the same answer before I even knew about what Hillary said. This is just incredible and political correctness at its worst.

Susan McCachren   May 23rd, 2008 5:18 pm ET

Senator Clinton, what are you thinking and what are you doing? You are creating pain and suffering for fellow democrats who have worried and suffered continuously the past 7.5 years. Is this how you truly want to be remembered and thought of, as a woman out-of-control and desparately saying anything to get her way or justify loosing?
Please just go.
Enough is enough.

Alex   May 23rd, 2008 5:18 pm ET

Hill-dog's self-comparison to RFK might make a bit more sense if she: a) had any chance of grabbing the nomination, b) was a widely respected leader of integrity, c) was part of a political family the country was enamored of, d) was worth the price of a few ounces of lead.

But otherwise, right on Rodham! Maybe if you keep up the self-pitying martyr routine, a few super delegates will feel a bit of sympathy for you, before casting their votes for the candidate who has had the nomination wrapped up since March! I dunno if you're gonna get a football stadium out of the deal though.

Obama 08   May 23rd, 2008 5:18 pm ET

Am i really reading this.. or are my eyes playing tricks on me. Every time i think she can't go lower she stoops and stoops…………..
Out of all the examples she could have used this is the one she picked.

Obama 08

Dan   May 23rd, 2008 5:18 pm ET

Does she think before she speaks? This is a little disturbing. Obama has probably received 100's of threat just based on his race. She just poured poison into someone's ear today.

hickinaz   May 23rd, 2008 5:18 pm ET

Hillary,

We reject AND denounce your apology. It isn't genuine and is another one of your scum tactics!

H.G. of Atlanta, GA   May 23rd, 2008 5:18 pm ET

The comments, no matter the intention, were disgusting and I have absolutely lost all respect for both Hillary and William Clinton.

Smitty   May 23rd, 2008 5:18 pm ET

I'm sure Senator Clinton didn't mean anything by it – and I"m an Obama supporter…but it was tacky.

Joanna   May 23rd, 2008 5:18 pm ET

Yes, Obama's campaign sounds snippy for saying anything…it's obvious what she was saying…get off her back and let the campaigns play out…

willowood   May 23rd, 2008 5:18 pm ET

What will it take to make her realize she is making mistake after mistake after mistake? Apologize all she wants, she knew what that refernce meant and how it would be interpreted. I supported her candidacy, but this is now my departure point. I feel she has lost sight of what the country needs and I now must admit…it is not her. Please make ammends: go these last few primaries and step aside. I am now convinced she should also not be considered as a Vice Presidential candidate. What a pitiful ending to what could have been so presidential.

dave   May 23rd, 2008 5:18 pm ET

Please go away Hillary!

Liar, Liar, pants on fire.   May 23rd, 2008 5:18 pm ET

She will do and say whatever it takes…and she still can't win, but she doesn't care about who she hurts in the process of self inflation of her ego.

Jenny   May 23rd, 2008 5:18 pm ET

The things Hillary will say to stay in the news. Poor Hillary she's going down fighting…with herself. But thanks, as long as she keeps talking like this the Supper D's will have no problem selecting Obama before June 3rd.

chris from Oregon   May 23rd, 2008 5:17 pm ET

Even so, what a poor, poor, poor choice of words for Clinton to use (at a time when people are already fear for Obama's life. What was she thinking.

FU Hillary   May 23rd, 2008 5:17 pm ET

WE ALL KNOW WHAT SHE IS WISHING FOR NOW.

mwana mwega   May 23rd, 2008 5:17 pm ET

So she's saying she want to stay in case somebody pull a trigger on BO and she will be the nominee?

Arthur   May 23rd, 2008 5:17 pm ET

It will be a relief when she out of the race!

-John Edwards Democrat for Barack Obama '08!

undecided   May 23rd, 2008 5:17 pm ET

What'The Doors song line? "This is the end. This is the end my friend, the end."

Dave   May 23rd, 2008 5:17 pm ET

Can we file this under who really cares? Common… This soap opera is dragging on way too long.. and its all because of the Media…. Can we not focus on the millions dying around the world… and the thousands still homeless in this country? Enough!

Obama Fan   May 23rd, 2008 5:17 pm ET

Is that a THREAT? How DARE Mrs Clinton go in that direction? This is unacceptable behavior, to seed such an idea into the minds of an unstable America. She should be held accountable for ANY actions taken against Obama. AND she should withdraw from the race.

Beckie Sue in Montana   May 23rd, 2008 5:17 pm ET

I find her comments absolutely appalling!! While my respect for Hillary has been dwindling in recent months and days, I have finally lost ALL respect for her! She always claims to make these horrendous remarks by accident but I am not buying it! It is certainly time for you to get out of this race as you have LOST…both the race and any kind of good judgement you might have once had! So long sister!

OBAMA '08 & '12

Ian from Seattle   May 23rd, 2008 5:17 pm ET

No Hillary, YOU are inaccurate and outrageous. Please stop making your flip-flop on the whole Michigan/Florida business into some historical battle of good and evil in which you are the shining beacon for hope and equality. We aren't stupid or senile.

Democrat   May 23rd, 2008 5:17 pm ET

Hillary Clinton is disgusting! Plain and simple! She didn't even apologize to Barack Obama directly…She apologized to the Kennedy's only, which she should have. I'm so disgusted with her now. Enough already. How dare you wish death on someone so you can win a nomination!

bjb   May 23rd, 2008 5:17 pm ET

she is crazy.

btw obama is an unbelievable orator. i am a republican but his speeches are charismatic and uplifting. i may vote democrat this fall based on his platform.

Kevin B. from NYC   May 23rd, 2008 5:17 pm ET

Bill need to be a husband to his wife. This is too much. She's over the edge.

James   May 23rd, 2008 5:17 pm ET

We stand with you all the way Hillary!
2008,2012.

Jeanie in Oregon has Hope and wants change   May 23rd, 2008 5:17 pm ET

She really is desperate and crazy ……

I can't believe she makes it sound like she is staying in the race in hope something happens to Obama…

SHE NEEDS TO GO NOW !!!!

DO YOU HEAR me SUPERS ????

SHE IS NOT WORTHY TO BE OUR PRESIDENT !!!!

Jimmy, Riverside CA   May 23rd, 2008 5:17 pm ET

Wow. Just astonishing. What a disapointment Hillary Clinton has been in this race. For years I have been a strong supporter of the Clintons. Sadly, those days are now gone.

Eric   May 23rd, 2008 5:17 pm ET

This statement was so uncalled for. Obama is ominous to Barack Obama; and disrespectful to Robert “Bobby” Kennedy. Hillary is a great politician; so she know exactly what she was saying. But I’m glad she apologized.

Memphis   May 23rd, 2008 5:17 pm ET

I think the statement is pretty much inocuous. I don't see any mean spirited intent. Just historical fact. We all say things that don't reflect the right impression on our character when in reality, the comment was not meant to be offensive at all, and our character is intact. Give her a break.

@americans   May 23rd, 2008 5:17 pm ET

It is official! If anything happens to Obama…Hillary should be held responsible!

girmay   May 23rd, 2008 5:17 pm ET

Superdelegates, it is time to wrap-this-one-up!

Theo Varelas   May 23rd, 2008 5:17 pm ET

Her campaign first defended the remarks, saying that the New York senator had been making a historical parallel and any “any reading into it beyond that is inaccurate and outrageous."

HAHAHAHHAHAHA

So we are outrageous after Hillary "mis-speaks" again. We all know she wants it to get out there so her racist west virginians can get rid of Obama and she can rightfully get what she considers is hers.

FU Hillary   May 23rd, 2008 5:17 pm ET

This women is pure evil.

Ben in Colorado   May 23rd, 2008 5:17 pm ET

Are we to believe that the most choreographed and calculating politician in history did not know exactly what she was saying and how it might be constued. If she did not have her husband's henchmen behind her, she would have been laughed off the stages many weeks ago. Good riddance.

Mike NYC   May 23rd, 2008 5:17 pm ET

She continues to put her foot in her mouth yet people continue to believe her.

Dont people see the big picture – She is poisoning the democrates chances by making FL and MI citizens feel as if they are getting alienated by the voting process for her own self gain. Yet it is and always has been very clear these states were not going to count everyone agreed to it. In the end those that are persuaded by her in those states are now begining to feel as if their vote does not matter as a democrat. She needs to stop now as it is very clear she is only causing more harm and she cannot win the game based on the rules she and everyone else have agreed to.

If Obama had run such a ruthless campaign, flip flopped on the entire race position regarding "delegates that matter" then "popular vote that matters" then "sexism" etc all these excuses he would have been long gone. I firmly believe she is as delusional as her followers.

ajc   May 23rd, 2008 5:17 pm ET

Can someone please use a tranquilizer dart on her?

ladylove   May 23rd, 2008 5:17 pm ET

Hillary once again "just open mouth and incert foot" when will she ever learn. She may be trippin hard because she has lost the race. Will she have a mental break down? Hillary we are not back in history, this is a new day for CHANGE.

billy smith   May 23rd, 2008 5:16 pm ET

Unreal. Superdelegates: please wrap this up. I am political junkie and this nomination fight has made me want to quit following politics cold turkey. I am no longer fascinated by this. I am disgusted. Go away Hillary. If you were ahead, we all know that you would not be fighting to get the disqualified MIchigan votes counted and you would likely be demanding Obama to drop out. Yes, Sexism is all too prevalent in the US. But, it has little to do with her abyssmal campaign failing and vapid message. It is over. Face it. Please!

david   May 23rd, 2008 5:16 pm ET

She is too smart. She said what she means. The list gets longer and longer. None of the despicable remarks should be forgotten.

John   May 23rd, 2008 5:16 pm ET

Holy Jesus! What's wrong with this woman?

DMD   May 23rd, 2008 5:16 pm ET

Hilliary is practicing political limbo now and she has the record for the lowest with her remark. Astounding. She knew exactly what she was saying. Unbelieveable. She's a disgrace to women everywhere.

grant   May 23rd, 2008 5:16 pm ET

Where was the apology? Come on CNN; that was anything but an apology. Regret can be for very personal and selfish reasons. This divisiveness is unbelievable; There is no way she can be on the ticket; Bill, by pushing this, will destroy the dems chances in 08, after destroying their chances in 2000 with the lewinsky mess. That will be his legacy. The leadership better wake up and kick these guys to the curb or the they will lose for sure. So much for saving face…

JOHN   May 23rd, 2008 5:16 pm ET

THAT'S IT, I'VE HEARD ENOUGH FROM THIS OLD WIND BAG. IT'S TIME FOR THE SUPER DELEGATES TO STEP UP AND DO THIER JOBS, END THIS B.S. SHAME ON YOU HILLARY, YOU HAVE NO REGARDS FOR TED KENNEDY AND HIS FAMILY IN HIS TIME OF NEED. THIS LADY IS DONE. THIS IS A GOOD REASON OBAMA SHOULDN'T EVEN THINK ABOUT PUTTING HER ON THE TICKET. ENOUGH IS ENOUGH.

Steve B, NewYork. NY   May 23rd, 2008 5:16 pm ET

This is the lowest of the low !
She can not go any lower than this ! It really shows how she really thinks.

Even Clinton supporters can surely not be defending this.
Hillary Clinton just can not accept that she lost the nomination.

This is the biggest nightmare scenario that the country fears !
What is she doing ?
What is She DOING?

Does she not know that there are some nuts out there who will take her words literally ?

What is wrong with her?

Captain Obvious   May 23rd, 2008 5:16 pm ET

Why is anyone still listening to hear? Seriously?

mike   May 23rd, 2008 5:16 pm ET

A sick comment by a sick person.

PB   May 23rd, 2008 5:16 pm ET

Wow. That's either criminally devious or criminally reckless. And, frankly, considering her recent record, I can't help but think the worst. Either way, this is not the person I want running our country.

Monica   May 23rd, 2008 5:16 pm ET

This Lady is anything else then a winning candidate.

Have a rest Hillary and McSame will follow you later.

GO Obama.

Eric G   May 23rd, 2008 5:16 pm ET

That statement by Hillary is tasteless and irresponsible. It is time for the elders of the Democratic Party to ask her to bow out.

BMAC   May 23rd, 2008 5:16 pm ET

How low can Hillary be allowed to go? The nation deserves better and this is more respresenation of unnecessary scum and unethical tactics that Hillary brings to the table.

Go ahead Hillary and kill Obama yourself. This is obviously your plans.

Will will the superdelegates and the DNC display leadership? We are growing tired of expecting Hillary to do right and step down. DNC and superdelegates, if you are truly leader, you MUST STEP UP.

obama - supporter - arkansas   May 23rd, 2008 5:16 pm ET

you know
my husband and i do worry about obamas life.
the clintons think it is owed to her to be president. with the angry supporters of hers and wild bill. clinton on the ticket might would be proved to be fatal.
she is so obsessed with becoming more powerful

watch your back obama

CNN
MOST MY COMMENTS NEVER GET ANY WHERE. PLEASE POST THIS

Karin   May 23rd, 2008 5:16 pm ET

Now I am waiting for all of Hillary supporters to say that Obama is a terrible person for saying that her comments "were unfortunate and has no place in this campaign".

Waiting…waiting…waiting.

Any minute now.

jmarie   May 23rd, 2008 5:16 pm ET

A group of us were talking that she is so packed with dirty tricks (we think they are subconscious to her) that we could see her wishing for some disaster to befall Obama.

Sad that we thought it. Sadder still that we think she would be happy to win through a grave misfortune to another.

>50 woman who firmly states "Hillary does not speak for me in any way."

Kristina   May 23rd, 2008 5:16 pm ET

Please remove her from this campaign and from the Senate.

Hillary's judgment and ability to use discretion in her choice of words is obviously questionable. I do not want a person without the ability to speak appropriately running this country. We have had that for too long now.

Thanks

Darth Vadik, CA   May 23rd, 2008 5:16 pm ET

I cant wait until to hear what Mike Malloy is going to say tonight.

kathy   May 23rd, 2008 5:16 pm ET

So sad. I used to admire her.

JEFF   May 23rd, 2008 5:15 pm ET

Insane ,shameless,and using poor judgement that is why HRC cannot be the president of USA.

Russell Martin   May 23rd, 2008 5:15 pm ET

Senator Clinton's "apology" is not an apology at all. Her statement to the Argus-Leader's editorial board is proof that in her world, anything is justifiable if it results in her election–even a criminal incitement to murder. One would have to be naïve in the extreme not to imagine dozens of crazed supporters of hers out there who would love to "help" her become president. The senator has proven today that she is psychologically unfit to be president, but that she will nonetheless stop at nothing to achieve that goal.

blkjazz   May 23rd, 2008 5:15 pm ET

This is really getting crazy. Hillary Clinton should be excommunicated out of the Democratic Party today. Not tomorrow, not on the 31st, not on June 3rd, but right now. This woman has essentially gone mad. How could anyone continue to support her after this is beyond me.

Brian from Los Angeles, California   May 23rd, 2008 5:15 pm ET

Anybody in their right mind knew that Hillary meant no harm by her comments. She was stating a historical fact. What is so disturbing to me is that the Obama's team seems to do nothing more than to just react to comments from McCain and Hillary, while they rarely come up with anything constructive themselves.

They love to talk about problems but they don't seem to ever offer much in the way of experience nor do I ever hear of any solutions to any problems, just an obamanation of complaining.

I want a problem solver in the White House not someone that runs to the media everytime he disagrees with something said by another candidate, nor do I want someone that will tax the hell out of us, thinking having more of our money will be the answer.

Mark   May 23rd, 2008 5:15 pm ET

Not even close.

Get this sick woman out of the race. She needs mental help.

DrDoolittle   May 23rd, 2008 5:15 pm ET

Shocking! And deplorable!

Enlightened Voter   May 23rd, 2008 5:15 pm ET

I heard the comments, saw the footage. She is a disgrace! And to think people out there actually support her. If anyone still supports her after this, I hope can live with yourself! May God have mercy on her soul, if she has one.

Sean S   May 23rd, 2008 5:15 pm ET

Cmon Hill your better than that

Daniel   May 23rd, 2008 5:15 pm ET

This pretty much sums up her motives, this is truly the saddest day for democrats. Does Hillary Clinton hate Obama so much that she will prey upon his death.

This reminds of the story of that journalist who took a photo of an Ethopian child dying of hunger with vultures already cycling around, he left the child behind and sold the photo.

hk   May 23rd, 2008 5:15 pm ET

Much ado about nothing!

NickSanDiego   May 23rd, 2008 5:15 pm ET

She should be arrested for seeding some sick mind to Kill Obama so she can be President.

I would be in Jail right now If I said that and I know it. You would be too.

Someone PLEASE stop this crazy woman before she has some cult member hurt our next President

Jay   May 23rd, 2008 5:15 pm ET

Desperation will make you say or do anything.

Peter Damoah-Afari   May 23rd, 2008 5:15 pm ET

She cannot be forgiven for this. I am Obama supporter and I will not trust anybody who wants Obama to be killed. What is the difference between Hillary and Huckabee? The whole world will get to know the evil deeds of the Clintons.

Ramzi, KY   May 23rd, 2008 5:15 pm ET

Good Lord!!!

What else could anybody read into that comment?

She is way out there in desperation alley … a few more comments like that one and her sanity will be in question; never mind the nomination!!!

Obama All the Way!

JB   May 23rd, 2008 5:15 pm ET

Look, there is no doubt that if you have been folowing my posts, I do not like Hillary Clinton, at all. But to try interpret this statement, as she expects Obama to be killed in June, IS ABSURD!

That being said, the media is being sent in a wrong direction on this The idea that primaries have gone til June is accurate, but not accurate today. Many primaries that historically occured late in the primary have now been moved up. Every state wanted to have a bigger say in the primaries. She referenced CA. CA has already voted. Almost all States have voted.

This is just another example of Hillary manipulating facts, and the media nd her supporters letting her get away with it.

When her husband ran, FIRST, it was close. This race is not close. And primary dates were spread out much more so than they are today.

So, what is her motivation? Does she have something on Obama, or is she so self absorbed that she would rather McCain win, than Obama.

I believe it is the latter. She doesn't care about anyone but herself. If you are a blind Hllary supporter, you have got to admit, she is destroying the party.

First it was pledged delegates that counted. Then primaries. After that, simply big states. Now it is the key states that are required to win the general election. Oh ya, and also, there is a larger number that is required to win. Since whne did she become he dictator of what is required to win? And by the way (something the media completely glosss over), YOU CANNOT COMPARE THE PRIMARY TO THE GENERAL ELECTION. Obama would win NY if he ran. She won NY. That does not mean he would lose the State.

Clinton supporters need to wake up and tell her to end this thing!

Charlotte   May 23rd, 2008 5:15 pm ET

It must be wishful thinking on her part. I just hope her wish never comes true. We're dealing with a power-hungry callous and heartless female here. God forbid!

Claire   May 23rd, 2008 5:15 pm ET

This was a horrible and planned comment by her. And now she is trying to spin her way out. As a person with a soul, I am incredibly offended by her comment.

This should end her campaign. There is NO place for that here.

Kenneth M.   May 23rd, 2008 5:14 pm ET

that was just a stupid thing to say. it was wishful thinking, and it shows that she does not respect him. no way should she be vp. last, i know it is what you white women want most because you are spitefull

Deborah Stewart   May 23rd, 2008 5:14 pm ET

I just have one thing to say about this. I think Obama and his campaign is about as SICK as it gets.

Anan   May 23rd, 2008 5:14 pm ET

LOL WUT

jennifer   May 23rd, 2008 5:14 pm ET

I am disgusted

Jeff   May 23rd, 2008 5:14 pm ET

She's been hanging in there in the hopes that Obama will make an unforced error, but all we've been seeing is foot-in-mouth disease from Hillary.

Some end this please…it's gone from silly to stupid in one sound bite.

Karen   May 23rd, 2008 5:14 pm ET

Clintons need to take a Freudian lesson: words that slip your tongue are more truthful than your conscious speech.

Monica   May 23rd, 2008 5:14 pm ET

This Lady is anything else then a winning candidate.

Have a rest Hillaeryand McSame will follw you later.

GO Obama.

ChrisD   May 23rd, 2008 5:14 pm ET

The Obamanites are such wussy's. It's like you can't say anything without offending them. Always the victim. Keep affirimative action in school; not the White House.

Venus   May 23rd, 2008 5:14 pm ET

OK. Time to shut this down and kick her out of this party!

This is the 2nd time this week we have heard outrageous statements… last weekend it was Hugabee comment about Obama ducking gun fire!

OK— We need to step up the security for the Obama family! This is crazy! That's it Hillary and the Clintons – now you want to throw in the killing-card on top of every thing else!

Obama – don't put this evil woman on your ticket!

Patricia   May 23rd, 2008 5:14 pm ET

I always suspected the reasoning behind her carrying on in this race despite the odds – now she just confirmed it by that statement. She's hoping that something terrible happens to Obama and she'll be there should that be the case. Unbelieveable! What a shame!

beverly   May 23rd, 2008 5:14 pm ET

hillary looks very tired, seems like she grasping at straws. she needs to take some time off , take a vacation before she crashes.

Sheanne   May 23rd, 2008 5:14 pm ET

I saw it. She was making a comparison about primaries lasting until June. Not many Obamabots are old enough to remember this. Bobby Kennedy was shot at the end of the primaries.

CNN this is not an insult to Kennedy so stop making it into an issue.

Zoey   May 23rd, 2008 5:14 pm ET

Probably not the best phrasing to explain her stay in the race considering Edward Kennedy's sickness. However, I can see where she is coming from but I don't think it's an appropiate subject to speak about. It seems that Hiliary is waiting for Obama to slip up, but the only one slipping is Hiliary.

Obama '08

Middle Aged American   May 23rd, 2008 5:14 pm ET

How could she possibly say something SOOOO unforgivable, especially during this time of crisis for the Kennedy's??? And is that a THREAT on Obama? She should be immediately investigated!

tenagne   May 23rd, 2008 5:14 pm ET

Can anyone see what she is calling for? Disgusting!! Will never vote if she is around!! Period.

adocarbog   May 23rd, 2008 5:14 pm ET

Barack
Put a vest on buddy and watch your back.

Obama 08

Karen   May 23rd, 2008 5:14 pm ET

This woman is not fit to be a presidential candidate. Not fit to hold public office or represent the United States. It's nowhere good enough to suggest she is just stating a fact.

This woman demeans the cause of other women.

Ogden   May 23rd, 2008 5:14 pm ET

Good Lord, she using the same defense in this as Bush did after his Nazi speech in Israel.

Ken   May 23rd, 2008 5:14 pm ET

I would have thought that the Barack Hussein Obama campaign was smart enough that they would have realized that Hillary Clinton was in fact referring to the historical events instead of anything else.

This just shows that the Barack Hussein Obama will do anything to obtain the nominee. And he was the one that said he was a different kind of candidate. What a LIE!

WAKE UP AMERICA! Let us ALL get behind Hillary Clinton and push her over the finish line, so that she CAN beat McCain in November and go on to be our next President.

Hillary 08

Ed, Santa Fe, NM   May 23rd, 2008 5:14 pm ET

SAY ANYTHING, DO ANYTHING HILLARY…. TELL US AGAIN ABOUT BOSNIA….

SHE'S TOTALLY NUTS

Blue   May 23rd, 2008 5:14 pm ET

She needs to get out NOW.

Scott   May 23rd, 2008 5:14 pm ET

Perhaps Hillary has just had her YouTube moment–the video of her disgusting topics is already online.

I don't think being a vulture is a quality we should value in a President.

neverobama   May 23rd, 2008 5:14 pm ET

The problem is everything she said is spun to come out offensive. It is how people read into thing that has made this campaign so unfair. Everybody is just paying attention to everything she does to critisize her and blame her for everything. She truly admires Senator Kennedy and would never deliberately say things to offend thier family or the public when he is concerned. Please she has already lost this nomination leave her alone.

If people want to focus on negative things, focus on Michelle Obama's comments with "the first time in her adult life" and Obama's comment saying he did not mean he would meet with Iran with out precautions.

This is so bad!!!!

Ike   May 23rd, 2008 5:14 pm ET

Out of the aboundance of the heart, the mouth speaketh. It is time for the democratic leaders to close out this process. Hilary will do anything to go back to the white house. A word of caution to the Obama advisers: You chose her as VP and Obama may never last the 1st term as president.

jay   May 23rd, 2008 5:14 pm ET

wow.

talk about scorched earth.

And then to hide behind ted kennedy's news of the past week.

She has completely lost her mind.

The Change Express (Kissimmee, FL)   May 23rd, 2008 5:14 pm ET

UH-OHH.

proud black american woman   May 23rd, 2008 5:13 pm ET

It is too bad that Hillary can say what ever she wants. She really does hurt people, for what, so that she can be the President. Is worth hurting so many people to get what you want………

$109 million and still she is not satisfied…..

WOW!

Sandra   May 23rd, 2008 5:13 pm ET

This looks like a deliberate-then-apologize-later moment. The people who would be swayed by her suggestion have received it loud and clear. She does not mis-speak!!!

jexa   May 23rd, 2008 5:13 pm ET

please leave the race!! Ur comments are totally outrageous!!!! And u though the " bitter" comments were worst!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Lenny   May 23rd, 2008 5:13 pm ET

Can you say DESPERATION.

Dave in Houston   May 23rd, 2008 5:13 pm ET

Sounds like Hillary may be picking up some of the etiquette of certain New York cultural icons. "I'm not saying something is going to happen to Sen. Obama. I'm just saying. . ."

kathy   May 23rd, 2008 5:13 pm ET

why is the press making such a big deal of this. so what if she mentioned it . i dont think it is as bad as obama's statement when he said "punished with a baby"

Griff   May 23rd, 2008 5:13 pm ET

We live in a Time Warp!!! We get too involved in our daily lives, we think we make History…. We are Driven in life, from our very first Experience… What Hillary said, is part of her Experience's…. Tomorrow never comes…. It's today…..

DeniseGA   May 23rd, 2008 5:13 pm ET

She even had the nerve to use Ted Kennedy's name!

She has no shame! It's done she will never be Obama's VP, this gives him enough to not offer her the spot!

Darth Vadik, CA   May 23rd, 2008 5:13 pm ET

Watch her superdelegates jump ship.

Tjaye for Obama   May 23rd, 2008 5:13 pm ET

sounds like wishful thinking to me

Terri Wood   May 23rd, 2008 5:13 pm ET

Lies, Lies, totally lies, leave it to the Clinton's….

Terri

Justin   May 23rd, 2008 5:13 pm ET

It's amazing isn't it? She doesn't even need a shovel to dig herself a hole.

Charlie, Riverside CA   May 23rd, 2008 5:13 pm ET

Looks like she has lost her mind!

Tara   May 23rd, 2008 5:13 pm ET

I understand that point she was trying to make….he could be struck by lightning, she could be run over by a truck….Hillary used a true historical reference, so this is understandable…..

Since she has already apologized, it should be a non-issue.

VJ   May 23rd, 2008 5:13 pm ET

This was a terrible comment to make.

She is nuts, mentally unstable and a dengerous person.

Jack   May 23rd, 2008 5:13 pm ET

Hillary simply cannot control herself. Making sleazy remarks like this are inexcusable. And she thinks that she could run the country as President? I don't think so!

Enoch, Nashville TN   May 23rd, 2008 5:13 pm ET

This is very unfortunate, Hillary will stop at nothing to get this nomination. Democrats needs to put an end to this lunacy b4 it gets out of hand.

Anonymous   May 23rd, 2008 5:13 pm ET

I'm not buying what your selling Mrs. Clinton. Not now, and not ever. Distasteful at best and morbid at worst.

Anthony   May 23rd, 2008 5:13 pm ET

Hillary's comments only confirm my thoughts that the Clinton's will do anything to win and if she becomes Vice-President my fears will only grow that gives them more time to plot.

girmay   May 23rd, 2008 5:13 pm ET

OH MY GOD!..she is waiting for Obama to get whacked!!

Well done HRC! an all time low.

Tammy former Supporter   May 23rd, 2008 5:13 pm ET

I will be switching my vote from Clinton to Obama, I am sorry this is a terrible thing to say during this time for the Kennedy Family, it really makes me sad that she is becoming desperate to win at all cost.

Wes   May 23rd, 2008 5:13 pm ET

Did somebody forget to take their medication today?

Elly   May 23rd, 2008 5:13 pm ET

I am a Senator Obama backer but I Believe Senator Clinton never
meant any harm by this remark
I hope people realize how very tired these candidates are after campaigning for well over a year…its easy to make a slip up when your tired and if you look at the pic below they both look very tired
Having said that tho I also know if Senator Obama made a comment like that it would likely be the end of his campaign simply bc the media tends to pick on his mistakes more
I think people and the media should let up a little on both of them
This is almost over

Not sleeping at the switch   May 23rd, 2008 5:13 pm ET

She is a LAWYER PEOPLE and LAWYERS do this ALL THE TIME Plant a SEED in the Jurys head that is INSTANTLY Retracted but we all know it is TOO LATE!!!

Hillary should be BANNED from public office for LIFE!!! This is BEYOND ANYTHING EVER SAID IN PUBLIC ABOUT ANY PRESIDENTIAL CANDIDATE IN HISTORY!!!!

If You or I said that the Secret Service would be on our doorstep withiin HOURS!!!

sam   May 23rd, 2008 5:13 pm ET

She is really getting very low in her thinking and as all said pendit says Clinton do anything to get nomination , she if finally showing here color , and CNN should keep showing this on TV , and mentation , she will lies , cheat and have some on killed to get nomination

Rob   May 23rd, 2008 5:13 pm ET

How nice of her to apologize to Kennedy, but not to Obama (the one she might have put in danger).

David D Kollie   May 23rd, 2008 5:13 pm ET

At least she admitted to this one. Hillary, you are forgiven. Sometimes people mis-speak. It doesn't matter any way because it has come out and people understand your sincerety.
It is time for you to bail out because you might continue to make such comment haven't been tired from a prolong campaigning.

Abbey   May 23rd, 2008 5:13 pm ET

This man has two small children and here Hillary is giving people ideas….she will resort to any level.

I will never vote for a Clinton–this is the last straw.

Shame on your Hillary Clinton, Shame on you.

cathy   May 23rd, 2008 5:12 pm ET

Yeah sure…You did not do that accidentally. Are you trying to put an idea into someone's head? Just when I thought Hillary Clinton could go no lower, she surprises me.
If the Democratic superdelegates have any brains they will start coming out in droves for Obama and end this.

kelly s.   May 23rd, 2008 5:12 pm ET

Finally. The truth. Comes. Out. Hillary finally says what we've all been thinking. What a piece of work this woman is. And now she's "sorry" all over again and trying to backpedal her way out of such an outrageous statement. She is counting on the worst in her constituency of racists to come out again, to garner her the nomination in the most horrendous of ways. Now, I'll go back to being speechless.

Ed, Santa Fe, NM   May 23rd, 2008 5:12 pm ET

she's NUTS

she's always trying to align herself with Kennedys

DROP OUT AND GO AWAY, HILLARY

Doc   May 23rd, 2008 5:12 pm ET

I just want it to be over with. Forget MI and FL we have video and a contract signed by all participants stating those state contests will not count.
I mean Hillary is a lawyer. I think she would abide by rules and laws of a governing system in this case her own party. Does anyone have a copy of this contract and the clip of the video. Cause it should be played till the end of this whole sad excuse of an election. I'm almost fed-up with all this back and forth nit-picking, just outright lies from both candidates. Mostly Hillary! I would think women around the world would be appalled at this point in the game. I mean she has just OD on the rhetoric.

Desperate and Dirty   May 23rd, 2008 5:12 pm ET

Security! Security! Get this nut case off stage!!

Little sister   May 23rd, 2008 5:12 pm ET

Absolutely reprehensible! If anything happens to Obama, my finger points directly at Hillary

David Roa   May 23rd, 2008 5:12 pm ET

CNN should change it's name to BONN. They are looking for any reason to kick her out of the race.

BIFF, BIFFINGTON...   May 23rd, 2008 5:12 pm ET

not at ALL a clinton supporter…

she made a poor choice of words…. and a poor analogy…..

we 'can' leave it at that….

I doubt that hillary would ever be this magnanimouse… but…

(however, she 'is' damaging the party by keeping the fight alive)

maria   May 23rd, 2008 5:12 pm ET

Sorry, sorry, she is always sorry.

Mary   May 23rd, 2008 5:12 pm ET

I heard Hillary ran onto the stage during the American Idol Finale yesterday and screamed out at the top of her lungs.

‘I’m