May 24, 2008
Posted: 03:00 PM ET

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Sen. Barack Obama talks to veterans in Puerto Rico on Saturday morning.
Sen. Barack Obama talks to veterans in Puerto Rico on Saturday morning.

BAYAMON, Puerto Rico (CNN) — Sens. Hillary Clinton and Barack Obama took their campaigns to the U.S. territory of Puerto Rico on Saturday in an effort to woo voters before the June 1 primary.

There are 55 Democratic delegates up for grabs, though voters cannot take part in the general election in November.

Obama campaigned early Saturday at the University of Puerto Rico in Bayamon, where he praised the nation's veterans before Memorial Day.

"It's fitting to be here today, not just because Memorial Day is around the corner but because Puerto Ricans are such an important part of the United States military. On this island and in Puerto Rican neighborhoods across America, you can go into almost any home and find a veteran living there or a photograph of a loved one in uniform hanging on the wall," he said.

Obama also took aim at Republican Sen. John McCain over his opposition to an update of the GI Bill. The legislation passed the Senate on Thursday afternoon by a 75-22 vote and passed the House this month by a similar margin. It proposes to essentially provide a full scholarship to in-state public universities for members of the military who have served for at least three years.

"I don't understand why John McCain would side with George Bush and oppose our plan to make college more affordable for our veterans. … Putting a college degree within reach for our veterans isn't being too generous; it's the least we can do for our heroes," Obama said.

Shortly after Obama's remarks, the McCain campaign hit back.

"Barack Obama talks about helping veterans, but when the choice came between delivering for our military men and women and playing partisan politics, he decided politics was more important," McCain spokesman Brian Rogers said Saturday.

Clinton, meanwhile, hosts a "Solutions for Puerto Rico's Families" town hall in Aguadilla on Saturday.

Clinton has done well among Hispanic voters in this year's primaries. She is expected to do well Puerto Rico's primary; Puerto Ricans make up a large swath of her New York constituency.

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Tamba Emmanuel   May 24th, 2008 8:28 pm ET

Can Democrats afford to loose this God given opportunity to win the White house, just because some people cannot see the writing on the wall, is there no Daniel among the Senior Democrats who can read, and interpret those writings, for some people to understand? I know there are. Enough time has been given to McCain to be moving around freely as if he has no opponent. Now he is talking about fund raising ease. Action Democrats, action is needed now!!!!

Michigan Voter !!!   May 24th, 2008 8:02 pm ET

CNN You Need To Change The Numbers in Your " National Polls Of Polls "
Hillary Is Leading In The National Presidential Polls , And State By State Polls Beating Obama 7 - 13 Percentage Points . Obama Is Unelectable Against McCain , Hillary Is Leading McCain In These Recent Polls .

Hillary President 2008

Renny Comenencia   May 24th, 2008 8:01 pm ET

I thingk Clinton should leave the race and join Obama to secure a democrat as the next president.
The early she does it the better it is for thr democratic party

Fran   May 24th, 2008 8:00 pm ET

I always find it interesting how the media, across the board, reports on Obama, Clinton… Obama is always mentioned and listed first, unless it is to report something negative about Senator Clinton, then of course she is mentioned first with flashing lights and smiling faces of the reporters and pundits. Obama is a politician through and through, but the media refuses to show that side of him. He plays the game better than anyone else in Washington. He really does contradict himself and his whole campaign. I will never vote for him and I will write in Hillary in November. I want my president to be a person who is willing to fight for me than a person who is only willing to fight for himself.

Rick FL   May 24th, 2008 8:00 pm ET

I do not understand how McCain's campaign can call it "partisan" when the GI Bill was supported by a veto-proof, bipartisan majority. If anything, McCain is playing partisan politics by siding with Bush again–so much for the maverick.

Eric in Cincy   May 24th, 2008 7:56 pm ET

I didn' t believe it earlier this year, but some people really are hateful and will use anything to attack someone. Not that Barack has anything to be ashamed of by his middle name, but we know "B-NYC" why you used his middle name above.

Is this the only way for you to discredit him by trying to make him look Muslim? Just because he has a Muslim name, doesn't make him bad. And if you think so, then that makes you racist.

Don't hate the playa, hate the game "B-NYC".

Henry   May 24th, 2008 7:56 pm ET

Barack is an admirable man who has not contradicted himself. He is and honorable man.

P.S. The name is Barack, not Barrack.

Obama 08

Scott from VA   May 24th, 2008 7:55 pm ET

Obama is doing his normal routine of taking cheap shots at his opponents. But, the voters are getting fed up with it, which is why he has lost in a long string of key states (KY, WV, OH, PA and TX) and why he will lose in Puerto Rico.

jim t   May 24th, 2008 7:55 pm ET

correction - right choice

EDUCATED WHITE WOMEN FOR HILLARY   May 24th, 2008 7:55 pm ET

OBAMA IS A CHARLATAN………..

HE PANDERS TO THE INTERESTS AND FEARS OF EACH PARTICULAR GROUP HE IS PERFORMING IN FRONT OF.

HIS KOOL-AID DRINKING SUPPORTERS, GOONEY LUNEY LEFTIST TALKING HEAD PUNDITS, AND THE MEDIA HAVE TRIED TO MAKE HIS NOMINATION INEVITABLE, BUT THEY WILL SOON SEE THAT IT IS NOT WISE TO ATTEMPT FORCING A CANDIDATE DOWN THE THROATS OF AMERICANS.

HILLARY WILL BE THE NOMINEE, OR MCCAIN WILL BE OUR NEXT PRESIDENT.

jim t   May 24th, 2008 7:54 pm ET

the eyes of the nation will be on you puerto ricans to make the right

and pick obama and not corrupted clinton

taylor   May 24th, 2008 7:52 pm ET

I just dont understand why the hispanic people think have an obligation to vote for Hillary Clinton.As far as i'm concerned they are just a bunch of traitors.

Bravo   May 24th, 2008 7:50 pm ET

DON'T BE FOOLED BY ALL THIS PSYCHO PANTS AGINST FOR WHAT IS BETTER FOR OUR COUNTRY.

OBAMA 08

Freedom of speech   May 24th, 2008 7:49 pm ET

B-NYC, you are a looser and discusting to most members of society with a brain larger then a pea.

We don't need your vote looser!

Go Barack!

kenny cole   May 24th, 2008 7:48 pm ET

TO THE PIG,B-NYC OR WHAT DO YOU CALL YOUR NAME WHAT IS BARRACK HUSSEIN OBAMA GOT TO DO WITH HIS NOMINATION,GET THE FACT WE UNDERSTAND RASICTS IS A DESEASE YOU WILL SOON GET OVER IT

Linda   May 24th, 2008 7:47 pm ET

Quote of the Year: From 'The Audacity Of Hope, "I will stand with the Muslims should the political winds shift in an ugly direction." - Senator Barack Hussein Obama

Quote of the Month: "My friends, we live in the greatest nation in the history of the world. I hope you'll join with me as we try to change it." - Senator Barack Hussein Obama

Kentucky Says "NO OBAMA NATION"

Anti-Obama Mania is growing! Look at our Current Website Visitors on the Map Below

I think the Kool-Aid is wearing off!

Barack Obama on Rev. Jeremiah Wright: "I can no more disown him than I can disown the black community. I can no more disown him than I can my white grandmother."

So Barack, since making the statement above, you stated that you HAVE disowned Rev. Jeremiah Wright! So our questions to you is, have you also disowned the black community, or are you a liar! You can't have it both ways. Just come clean with the American people and run an honest campaign for "a change we can believe in"!

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Go Obama!!   May 24th, 2008 7:47 pm ET

B - NYC. Yes he is campaigning, as he should be, he will be the nominee is a few days. And he is as straight forward as he aways has been thru out his campaign. If all the garbage were cleared out of your head you would be able to listen and it would make sence to you….

Hillary - All the Way to the Convention   May 24th, 2008 7:47 pm ET

Puerto Ricans will not fall for Obama's empty speeches. He has no experience and offers no details concerning his policies. He has the thinnest skin and gets offended at comments not even directed at him (how will this man deal with world leaders if he did become the nominee - he'd be whinning, misinterpreting comments and incorrectly crying foul all the time - scary!).

Puerto Ricans are smart and will realize that Senator Clinton is the best candidiate - she has experience, she offers detailed policies, she represents all democrats (including working Democrats), and she can take the heat in the kitchen.

Obama is not the nominee - he is acting so arrogantly as if he won the nomination already. Neither candidiate has the math to win the nomination without superdelegates - which means this will go all the way to the convention. Clinton has won the popular vote. Let's listen to the voters and not end up with another Bush/Gore 2000.

Puerto Rico - come out and vote for Sen Clinton. Join the majority of voters. We'd love to have your company.

Jay   May 24th, 2008 7:45 pm ET

You fear mongering crap isn't going to work anymore B - NYC.

Don   May 24th, 2008 7:43 pm ET

Keep up the Good Work Obama, unless the people know you, they'll remain as ignorant as those who try to disparage your character with their small minds. If we were judged by the same standard as you are, I dare say none of us would meet the criteria to be president let alone any office that requires us to judge fairly.

Jeannette W.   May 24th, 2008 7:37 pm ET

With Obamas' leadership, we will change the world together! Thank you Senator!

Jose   May 24th, 2008 7:35 pm ET

Senor Obama sabe las problemas de la jente de color y la pobre. McCain Y Hillary tienen muchos million de dolares y sabe solo de la jente que muy rico. Obama 08. si se puede.

Jack   May 24th, 2008 7:32 pm ET

Hispanics have rejected Obama all across America…. I don't see Hispanics overseas voting for him either since they talk to relatives in the U.S>

Eli   May 24th, 2008 7:31 pm ET

Obama has finally begun to open up, whether you like his message or not, he is reshaping the whole playing field in politics. Lies, negative stuff and old timers will no longer rule this country.

Mike B (Maryland)   May 24th, 2008 7:30 pm ET

It's politics as usual to campaign on an actual issue?

stu   May 24th, 2008 7:24 pm ET

It is lucky for American And Puerto Rico's voters if Hilary Clinton becomes the president of the USA, otherwise It is terrible !!!

CARMEN   May 24th, 2008 7:20 pm ET

COMO SE DICE, COMO SE LLAMA, OBAMA! OBAMA!

OBAMA PARA PRESIDENTE!

Ben   May 24th, 2008 7:20 pm ET

I said in another blog That I truly love the Cuban people! But I have a question for those exiles in the U.S, Were you better off under Batista? This is a trick question, because maybe you were, but you would be better off today if Castro had not thrown THE AMERICAN FRUIT COMPANY out of Cuba. The American fruit company is one of the largest companies in the world.. They owned all the sugar cain in Cuba. Throwing them out was like slapping a wolf on the nose.
where do you think Castro got the money to fight his revolution? That money came from the U.S. He was the wonder boy of the Carribean. After he threw out American Fruit Company, He became in the eyes of a our govt a terrible cruel dictator. We placed an embargo on Cuba and warned the world not to trade with Cuba. Without that embargo, we would still be on friendly terms with Cuba.
That action of Castro was a terrible blunder, because although moraly right, it was political suicide. As I said, you do not slap a wolf on the nose and expect not to get savagely bitten

CARMEN   May 24th, 2008 7:18 pm ET

HILLARY USED THE LATINO VOTERS, JUST AS SHE USED THE AFRICAN AMERICANS WHEN BILL WAS RUNNING !WHY?LATINO VOTERS WHERE NOT EVEN MENTIONED IN 1992, THEY ONLY BECAME IMPORTANT WHEN OBAMA STOLE ALL THE AFRICAN AMERICANS!! HAHAHAHAHAHA

Donna   May 24th, 2008 7:17 pm ET

PRESIDENT BARACK HUSSEIN OBAMA!!! GET USED TO THE IDEA AND THE NAME!!!

McBush contradicts himself as much as, if not more, than Barack…or he is just too senile to remember what he says!!!

Not Barack's fault that he isn't as OLD as McCain!!! Politics is more important to a lot of people..we need someone who will help the men and women serving our country..you don't have to be a retired General to know that this war is wrong!!!!

Doug Thompson   May 24th, 2008 7:17 pm ET

Bill Schneider just said on CNN that Hillary is more electable because she does better in swing states. When asked which state Barack does better in he said, "California." What about swing states such as Wisconsin, Iowa, Colorado, Virginia, Illinois, Missouri, New Mexico, Washington & N. Carolina? He has been so apparent and unobjective in his support of Hillary from the "get-go!" Get with it CNN.

Noclinton   May 24th, 2008 7:14 pm ET

B, be quiet. Nobody wants your tired, used up, hypocritical candidate Hillary Clinton. Come join the winning team, or go vote for McCain in November if you're too proud to do that.

Sue in Florida   May 24th, 2008 7:14 pm ET

B-NYC Senator Obama is speaking the truth. When is that "Politics as Usual"? We have had 7 years of President Bushes lies and cover-ups. You will have a clear choice in November.

Obama McCain
Leave Social Security Alone Privatize Social Security
Propose lowering my insurance Drop Employer Based Ins.
Start an end strategy to Iraq Bomb Iran
Restore our constitutional rights Only believes in the 2nd
Tax Breaks to the Middle Income Tax Breaks for the Rich
Programs for College Tutition
Tax Breaks to bring jobs back home
Bring Science and Tech back to the states
Create Green Jobs
Transparency in Government

It goes on and on! It's our choice. Please check both websites. Make an informed choice this time.

Tom,des moines   May 24th, 2008 7:12 pm ET

Vote Hillary or McCain only folk! No Hussein obama!

An Observation   May 24th, 2008 7:11 pm ET

I get sick of seeing smiling pictures of Obombus while the CNN crew go out of their way to put dumpy pictures of Hillary.

Want to know why the "king of prose" will lose in November? Well because he is like cotton candy. A lot of fluff and no substance.

And how can he sit in church for twenty years and not hear the preacher? Give me a break.

Searching for the truth.

Griff   May 24th, 2008 7:11 pm ET

Obama has a strange illusion, that he used to be called Moses…
He climbed once climbed Mount Sini, and was given the Chapter's of Civilization…. Poor Idiot…… He was…… Dreaming Again…..

j gannon   May 24th, 2008 7:11 pm ET

b-nyc, jealousy , it shows in you comment!

CARMEN   May 24th, 2008 7:10 pm ET

SHUT UP YOU OBAMA HATER, GO CRAWL UNDER A ROCK, ARE YOU ON HILLARY'S PAYROLL? WELL, YOU MIGHT NOT GET PAYED!

Trisha, - NY   May 24th, 2008 7:10 pm ET

I know in my heart that Puerto Rico is too smart to fall for Hillary's pandering. I know just as everyone else has followed this race they know that Hillary is finished. Barack Obama is the Best choice for change we can believe in. Please my Puerto Rican brothers and sisters vote for Obama, so this excellent man can lead this country!

Obama/Edwards 08

Terry in Fl   May 24th, 2008 7:09 pm ET

He talks big about helping veterans but as one of those veterans, I'm wondering who he thinks he's fooling. Just like all the other demographics, he uses us until he gets the vote then he's off to the next. Empty talk, empty promises, empty suit. Oh yeah, lets vote for the puppet.

ELM in FLorida   May 24th, 2008 7:08 pm ET

B-NYC,

I wish you would stop posting empty comments and just say what you really mean.

I am an Independent, who is seriously thinking about voting for Obama . To date, I have seen nothing but discipline, courtesy, consistency, and well thought out arguments.

DFoster Georgia   May 24th, 2008 7:05 pm ET

B-NYC, you are an idiot. What are you talking about? The only contradictions are coming from John McCain and Hillary Clinton. Stupid!

Community Privates   May 24th, 2008 7:04 pm ET

B-NYC,

Here is a nice cheese for ya. Yatch.

Mikey   May 24th, 2008 7:03 pm ET

B - NYC:

On January 20, you can call him President Barack Hussein Obama.
….or simply MISTER PRESIDENT will do.

I thought we'd have a respectful contest with McCain. However, it looks like McCain's starting out at desperate, and getting ugly right away. Unfortunately, it takes two to run a clear campaign and McCain is looking more like a typical republican all the time - like George Bush.

Hope LV,NV   May 24th, 2008 7:02 pm ET

B-NYC you are an idiot. Haven't you noticed that calling him by his middle name has had no effect? He didn't name himself and be real even if his name was Joseph you would still be a hater.

Meanwhile I think it's great that both candidates went to Puerto Rico. Good for them!

for Obama   May 24th, 2008 6:58 pm ET

At least Obama makes sense, Hillary go home !!!!!

S. Kelly   May 24th, 2008 6:58 pm ET

This is my thoughts. Include or delete.

NoShame   May 24th, 2008 6:56 pm ET

B-NYC this race was over back in March as far as Hilary was concerned. As far as Obama being politics as usual I didn't hear him threating to kill Hilary if she wins did you. After yesterday and what Hilary said about Bobby Kennedy stick a fork in her she is done!

Obama 08

Observer   May 24th, 2008 6:56 pm ET

Ok B..

Your obviously knowledgeable! How about some examples
to back your stupid comment?

By refering to somebody as "Hussein" pretty much sums up how i feel about America.. People are so ignorant (or stupid) that they dont know the magnitude or significance of their childish name calling!

Sadam Hussein was one of the most evil men in history.. To compare him to anybody, let alone barack obama, is disgraceful!

Its people like you B who help give America a bad name!

A Democrat in November - No McBush   May 24th, 2008 6:54 pm ET

B-NYC- Spoken like a true Rovian Republican, a genuine sheep in sheeps clothing.

S. Kelly   May 24th, 2008 6:53 pm ET

People that see bad thing behind innocent remarks are either extremely young or they desperately need to review their thinking.
CNN and the media in general have acted shamefully toward Clinton..
Documentaries that heretofore I considered absolutely trustworthy will not be considered that way in the future.

Michigan Voter !!!   May 24th, 2008 6:53 pm ET

LARRY SINCLAIR IS WAITING THERE FOR YOU !!!!
HE HAS THE LIMO ALL WARMED UP !!!!

HILLARY , OR JOHN McCAIN 2008

bk   May 24th, 2008 6:52 pm ET

Obama has to come out from behind the rally's and prepared speeches sometime. So far every time that has happened he loses votes.

Trenton Sims, Los Angeles   May 24th, 2008 6:49 pm ET

SUGAR CANE ETHANOL..

BYE BYE O.P.E.C. :)

S. Kelly   May 24th, 2008 6:47 pm ET

People that see bad thing behind innocent remarks are either extremely young or they have something wrong with their minds.
CNN and the media in general have acted shamefully toward Clinton..
Documentaries that heretofore I considered absolutely trustworthy will not be considered that way in the future.

The O   May 24th, 2008 6:46 pm ET

B-NYC what the hell are you talking about. You have seen Hillary lie, try to change the rulels, and play Rover style politics, time and time again but you and her supporters still just look the other way, where have you been for the last 7 years have you seen what happens when we have a lying president who changes are consitution, to suit his own needs are you not tired of this stuff yet. well i geuss not so vote for whom ever you want. and see how Mccain will further push the country over the cliff. and if Hillary is able to steal this away from Obama do you really belive she will keep her promises to the American people. after seeing her flat out lie over and over again.
It's time for Integrity, Honesty, and the Rule of Law to come back to America and Obama is the only one who can bring that back.

BARACK / SEBELIUS 08

BARACK THE VOTE!!!!!!!

K.G, San Francisco, CA   May 24th, 2008 6:45 pm ET

Go Obama,
Porto Rico will see the true leader that you are for latinos, blacks, whites, young and old and so on. I trust them to make sure you will prevail. Hillary doesn't deserve your vote, she's finished.

Democrats for Obama   May 24th, 2008 6:45 pm ET

Obama is the best thing that has happened to this country and the democratic party since the likes of JFK. He is honest and has moire integrity then what we have seen from other candidates. I believe he will become one of the most popular president of all time. He will unify the democratic party and bring peace to the world. Four years from now, I'm sure that even the people from West Virgina and Kentucky will agree with the majority of the country.

veronica   May 24th, 2008 6:44 pm ET

lovely name isn't?

OBAMA 08!!!

Olivia   May 24th, 2008 6:39 pm ET

What Obama is doing is making promises right, left and center.
Impossible, improbable, most unlikely, downright crazy, not bad, say what, not in your wildest dreams, you must be kidding………..just some of the resposes I've had to some of the promises Obama is making to get votes. It is endless!

Allan   May 24th, 2008 6:39 pm ET

CNN, what is the matter with you? My comments are as civilized as Obama's, but you don't seem to want to post them. Not even in "being moderated" format. I do not like censorship, and as a representative of the FREE press in the US, I do not like your treatment of me and, apparently, other people who want to comment.

kathy   May 24th, 2008 6:37 pm ET

no comments……………………..because we dont care what obama is doing

Wang LI   May 24th, 2008 6:37 pm ET

Go Obama !
We love you !!

Conor - Ireland   May 24th, 2008 6:35 pm ET

What a brilliant point; obviously a lot of intelligence went into constructing your comment!! By the way, I love the way you cleverly slipped in Barack's middle name.

Obviously it was an attempt to draw some form of link between Obama and Islam… Which begs the question: Why is it an issue that he has a moslem name and does this make him less of an American.

Long live your un-educated bigotry!!

Fash   May 24th, 2008 6:34 pm ET

B. NYC can call Obama "Osama" if he likes, that will not stop him from becoming our next President….B- and his likes are just "noise in a busy market'…that's an African saying.

Tom,des moines   May 24th, 2008 6:31 pm ET

I think we need to change the way we pick ours nominee.

1. we need to get rid of caucus.
2. we need to get rid of superdelegate.
3. we need to boundle up primary,let say 10 states for each of contest for 5 month.
4. we need to have a winner take at least 65% of the delegate.

Suziku   May 24th, 2008 6:30 pm ET

Whoever wrote that rediculous comment is an idiot. No doubt another paid hillary shill, she has many fools out there!

Dave   May 24th, 2008 6:25 pm ET

It's obvious you're desperate if your only ammo against him is his middle name.

wiser   May 24th, 2008 6:24 pm ET

NOBAMA for America. Inexperience and arrogance are two qualities that will not help our nation. We still do not know what he stands for because he keeps restating changing positions! He even changed his name from Barry to Barack!

America will not support this folly! Given a choice between a war hero and a zero, the war hero wins every time!

Mary - Independent   May 24th, 2008 6:23 pm ET

Too much fighting, lying and cheating with the Democratic Candidates. A bit frustrating to select a decent human being and one you can trust between either parties. The question is that whoever becomes President, will that person really try and resolve the critical issues and listen to all races of Americans in this Country?

GERALD STROTHER   May 24th, 2008 6:22 pm ET

GO OBAMA 008!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

New Day   May 24th, 2008 6:22 pm ET

To all the people that use "Hussein" as if it were a curse word:

Wouldn't it be ironic if your daughter fell in love and married a boy named Hussein? Well, one can only hope.

Anna, PA   May 24th, 2008 6:22 pm ET

HANG IN THERE HILLARY!!!

take it to the convention… you have PLENTY of support behind you!!!

We must defeat Nobama!!!

Eric Thornley   May 24th, 2008 6:21 pm ET

Oh jesus, this blog immediately starts with a racist comment.

"Solutions for Puerto Rico's Families" ? Sure…alright, whatever you say Hillary.

rose, texas   May 24th, 2008 6:20 pm ET

i don't think hispanics will all back him.alot of hipanics r 4 hillary and if richardson is his running mate, he might as well say good-bye to all those votes. i just don't trust him , iran is one reason and he is muslim ,that is going to take alot of votes from him .

El Máximo Gutierrez   May 24th, 2008 6:19 pm ET

SI SE PUEDE SENOR OBAMA!!!

JES WE CAN!!!

JOU ARE THE BEST SENATOR OBAMA!!! WE LOVE JOU!!

OBAMA '08 & '12

King in MO   May 24th, 2008 6:18 pm ET

B-NYC

"Barrack Hussein Obama has been doing a great deal of "politics as usual" lately…
Seems to contradict himself quite a bit…"

Let me guess

A. You never served in the military

B. You know nothing of the history of Veteran Affairs

C. You don't know how piddling current GI Bill benefits are

D. You obviously don't know that Hussein is an Arabic name that is shared by Muslims, Christians, and Jews.

E. You obviously don't see that over 70% of congress voted for this so I guess all those people are just being political.

F. F is for…………..

Educate yourself people, then relay your opinion

Obama/Webb 08

chris in chicago   May 24th, 2008 6:18 pm ET

b - nyc:
don't let your hatred or racism show too much. Glad you're not on our team. You're part of the problem in this world. You're also the reason why Obama is doing so well. People are sick of your unfounded hatred for fellow Americans.
By the way you're garbage argument is very dumb and is not based on any facts. Anyone can say that same line about anyone else in politics and not put up facts.

Sunny   May 24th, 2008 6:18 pm ET

Maybe Obama is Puerto Rican now!

Tom,des moines   May 24th, 2008 6:17 pm ET

Obama vs McCain=McCain would win easily.

Hillary vs McCain=Hillary would win easily.

RB   May 24th, 2008 6:16 pm ET

HRC, you are a LOSER. You are hateful, vengeful, and just a terrible person. You've also set women back by 75 years. In short, you stink. Go away.

dwho   May 24th, 2008 6:14 pm ET

It is good to know that Hillary Clinton has done good with Hispanic and blue collar voters. Just as Bill Clinton did well with African-American voters in 1992. This one thing that is prolonging the campaign–division of interests.
The comparison that Hillary made about her husband and Bob Kennedy's campaigns in 1968 and 1992 is somewhat questionable.
There is no record of those two candidates being heavily in debt. Bob and Bill Clinton's campaigns well will financed that is why they were not asked to quit. Camparing that with her campaign, she is heavily in debt and in every measure she's behind Obama mathematically. Considering Mike Hucklebee, the Republican candidate, his campaign was in similar ship as Hillary. But he cut back on staffs and campaigned within his means. As for Hillary regardless of the fact that her campaign is in RED with the Election Commission about 19.5 million, she still wants to continue. This is where people are coming from to ask that she quit.

Frank   May 24th, 2008 6:13 pm ET

Hispanics are way smarters that the naive Whites who fell for the empty promises of this inexperienced, yet arrogant, Senator! Obama will never score well with Hispanics; they know he is a fool and they won't support him even if Hillary doesn't get the nomination. Thank goodness for Hispanics in this country!

RB   May 24th, 2008 6:11 pm ET

B. NYC, resistance is futile. Barack is the next President. Look past your hate and you will realize this fact. It's time for a change!

OBAMA 08!!!

unite the dems   May 24th, 2008 6:10 pm ET

B-NYC..go take your meds. Calling mccain out on the bipartison GI bill is expected. Take your racist self and find another country. Obama is here to stay and he will be out next great president!

Will smith   May 24th, 2008 6:09 pm ET

The commnents here will not be between Obama and HRC anymore, because we have moved on. lt will be between Mcbush and Obama, let Clinton supporters cont. in their dellusional states. I can't believe Mcbush did not support the new GI bill, 72 members of the senate supported this bill. What a lip service Mcbush pays to our veterans. It is not enough to be a war hero, when you think just like Bush that it is too generous to foot the bill of an instate college for veterans who have served more than 3 years in the military.
I am waiting to hear Mcbush excuse on this and don't you guys see the way Mcbush and his thugs have been attacking Obama on every excuse they get, is this the type of campaign Mcbush and his GOP going to run. It is really condescending, have no respect for your competitor, take leave from Clinton book. She ran the same type of campaign, see where it landed her.

George Ennis from Toronto, Canada   May 24th, 2008 6:08 pm ET

Don't understand why Puerto Rico would be given any voting delegates (for the Presidential nomination) in the Democratic Party. They cannot vote for President in the general election i.e. they have no electoral votes. Also does not make sense to have awarded Puerto Rico bonus delegates based on the fact that they held their Primary so late. The net result you have over representation of a group of voters in the nomination process who cannot vote in the general election

Statehood has been put to the ballot twice and defeated. The people have thus forgone any right to participate in the general election and by extension the choice of a nominee for the Democratic Party.

Not suggesting the ground rules be changed now but it should definitely be considered for 2012.

Tony - Indiana Moderate   May 24th, 2008 6:08 pm ET

El Presidente Obama 08!

Ha deletreado Barack, no "Barrack".

PRESIDENT OBAMA SIR   May 24th, 2008 6:06 pm ET

TO: B - NYC May 24th, 2008 5:21 pm ET

"Barrack Hussein Obama has been doing a great deal of "politics as usual" lately…
Seems to contradict himself quite a bit…"

NO ROOM FOR HATERS ON THE OBAMA TRAIN…MOVE ALONG

JaPAVA   May 24th, 2008 6:05 pm ET

B get a life. The name thing is so old, his name is his name and we are all proud of it. He is doing is best to run a solid campaign, it is good to see him campaigning instead of conceding contests. You have to admit the guy is organized, intelligent, and qualified. I am proud of him.

Axel   May 24th, 2008 6:05 pm ET

Obama has still to secure the Democratic Party candidacy; 2026 delegates in total. Sen. Clinton has all the rights to continue with her campaign. These are the rules. Have problem with this; take it to the DNC. “Stop nagging you idiots”.

Mario   May 24th, 2008 6:04 pm ET

Well see who is jalous…

usa   May 24th, 2008 6:04 pm ET

to B_NY;

oh really?? taking money from sepcial interst group.
lying to americans (bill under oath, hill sniper fire).
wanting obama dead so she can the get nomi. the list goes on and on.

get your facts straight, before you open your mouth man.

Teresa W. of Newport Bch, CA   May 24th, 2008 6:03 pm ET

Well, I'd be sure to have extra security Sen. Obama throughout the rest of the year. Sen. Clinton remarks may have been a timeline of innocence of historical moments but that indicated to me that the only way she could win the race is if something of similarity of RFK tragic event should some how be repeated again to Obama. She mentioned it twice during the campaign trail. This remark is spinning out of control.

I guess she now feels sorry for what she said but she has not truely apologize for it. No one showed any mercy toward Obama during Rev. Wright spin. Obama was no where in sight but people pretty much accuse Obama of saying those words. Pity how people take things out of context. Sen. Hillary Clinton basically just toss her towel in on this one. I don't see any VP happening.

H Howard Florida   May 24th, 2008 6:02 pm ET

B- NYC doesn't know what he is talking about that is why he speaks in negative generalaties.

Never Obama   May 24th, 2008 6:01 pm ET

Still not voting for him.

The move has started….

It is a FACT that Hillary supporters will not support Obama in November IF he is the nominee. This is a sincere movement that has started networking through emails and websites. Currently our projections are just at 50% of Hillary supporters who have dedicated their vote and campaign help to McCain.

Sorry Obots. We want EXPERIENCE. Don't take it personal. It is what it is.

Hillary or McCain

Linda   May 24th, 2008 6:01 pm ET

First off I don't like it that the Hillary discussion has been closed. I have watched Barrack talk to the Jewish and the Cubans. He does not realize that the Cubans do not want him to talk to Raf because he is worse than Fidel and all Cubans know that. Raf is the guy that carried out the killings and such for Fidel. As to making it ok to send money to the relatives. Yeah do that and make Cuba richer. What a joke! I grew up in the time that we waited until the convention to see who we would be voting for. This country is so spoiled. The majority wants what they want when they want it and they are going to be in for a big one if things keep going they way they are. Bill Clinton left us financially in good shape, at least he balanced the budget. It took George what a month to put us back in debt. Hillary has the basic idea as to what she is to do and can hit the road running after the election. Barrack will have to get a feel of what to do. There was a movie made back in the 70's I believe called "The Candidate" staring Robert Redford. Thing some of you out there need to watch it and then stop and think about what is real and what is fantasy. Thank you

Dark Kent, Not Clark Kent   May 24th, 2008 6:00 pm ET

Mrs. Clinton's race-baiting comments will hurt her on the island …

Puerto Ricans on the island tend to be more colorblind than mainlanders..

Luke   May 24th, 2008 6:00 pm ET

B-NYC……. Feeble attempt at something? First you mis-spell his name but don't miss a beat on injecting HUSSEIN into your comment as if there were some connection to the former dictator of Iraq. Secondly, politics as usual? Supporting the GI Bill is politics as usual?….. or were you referring to something else? Weak……real weak.

Doreen Augusta Maine   May 24th, 2008 5:57 pm ET

Oh, please B-NYC you are not the least bit clever.

Larry?   May 24th, 2008 5:57 pm ET

Report on Larry Sinclair allegations regarding Obama
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Gobama   May 24th, 2008 5:57 pm ET

If people will not leave the military to be with their families, they will leave for a cheap scholarship? tsk tsk

Guys like McCain't belong to the past. They don't think much!

So it is very very important to call out McCain't to the American people at this point; because Mr Bombbombbomb bombbomb Iran would widen the Iraq war.

The last thing Americans need is an intemperate and churlish leader. John McCain't would be a nightmare for America.

McCain't want to ensure that he has soldiers to toss in the Iraqi hell hole. That is why he's reluctant to ensure a reasonable amount of gratitude for the vets.

If someone put his life on the line for even a day, especially in war time, this country can afford scholarship money for the 'gamble' to serve.

Moreover, Americans ARE NOT reluctant to serve the nation when the cause is just and reasonable.
Even the unwise and wasteful Iraq war STILL attracts Americans to sign up for duty.

So it is only those vision-less and lost leaders who would think that offering scholarships to vets would cause them to quit the military in a time of need.

SHIRLEY,OH   May 24th, 2008 5:56 pm ET

I hope Hillary comes out smelling like a rose! She has been trashed all along and I'm tired of it. McCain will win this election if Obama is the nominee. I do not trust Obama! I received an e-mail some time ago and it stated: If Obama was the president, we would have the enemy working from the inside out. I feel that this has some truth to it. Just can't get myself to vote for Obama, its Hillary or McCain.

jimmy velman   May 24th, 2008 5:55 pm ET

OBAMA AND CLINTON TOGETHER IN PUERTO RICO IS PERFECT.
THEY SHOULD BE TOGETHER ON THE DEMS PRESIDENTIAL TICKET AS WELL.. THEY BOTH (TOGETHER) WILL WIN THE
GENERAL ELECTION AS PREZ AND VP.

OBAMA WITHOUT HILLARY AS VP = MCCAIN !!!!

WE WILL VOTE MCCAIN IF HILLARY IS IGNORED BY OBAMA CAMP.

TRY US.

John   May 24th, 2008 5:53 pm ET

Yes, Hussein. So what? Hussein is an Arabic name. There are many Africans that answer English names and many Amerricans that answer Polish, English, Irish, and other such names. So what? Grow up and wisen up. Your myopic and narrow view of the world is akin to George Bush's understanding of the world and John McCain's lack of understanding of the difference between Shia Islam and Sunni Islam. Those views got us into this pit that we now find ourselves in. Your days of prejudice are gone and they no longer have any place in American politics. Our time for change has come! Thank God for Obama.

Reggie - TX   May 24th, 2008 5:53 pm ET

Barack Hussein Obama will be the next president of the United States….GO BARACK GO!!!! Obama is creating a coalition of voters that resembles the diversity of our great country and although P.R. can't vote in the general, all people deserve a chance to see such an inspiration political figure. Mr. Obama, you are our hope for a better future. I'm proud that my generation's Kennedy has finally come!!!

Florida for Obama   May 24th, 2008 5:52 pm ET

B-NYC, why don't you get it that the more you embrace racist, uneducated jargon, the more Clinton loses. Get a clue.

Clinton and McCain Love Strawmen Games   May 24th, 2008 5:52 pm ET

Obama will close the gap there too real soon.

Democrats Unite!   May 24th, 2008 5:51 pm ET

Your comment is awaiting moderation.

For all those saying that Why does obama now support seating the delegates from Michigan and Florida while he "blocked all efforts to do so" before… THAT IS NOT TRUE, some say that some of his attorneys were working to prevent a revote. Well even if that is true, he was not blocking seating the delegates, he never did and still hasnt. He has said that he will let the DNC decide and that he supports seating the delegates as long as Clinton for instance doesnt get every single Michigan vote and Delegate as she proposes just for BREAKING THE RULES and putting her name on the ballot.

Please read the facts!

trudy   May 24th, 2008 5:49 pm ET

well i wonder what you have in mind to remind us of his full name. it is oldnews. next?

Arlene Tognetti   May 24th, 2008 5:49 pm ET

If you have been to any of the Rally's, Townhall Meetings
and gathering for Senator Barack Obama…He is VERY
consistant in his speaking and directing his focus towards
three MAIN THINGS
Iraqi War
Health Care for ALL
and
JOBS coming back into America
and fourth thing :
Bringing America back up in the Global
Respect place we should be:
He has been consistant in every single
State.locale and rally: I have heard them all
been to many:
Senator Barack Obama also votes consistantly
the same way: he has never changed his vote in
the Senate
Can't speak for Hillary or John McCain
but I can for Barack Obama ….
You all should listen and watch each candidates
speeches and campaign focus and also check out
their voting records: Then you will know and can vote
objectively

Thanks
Arlene in Seattle

Obama 2008

A   May 24th, 2008 5:48 pm ET

Obama 08!

B- It would help your case a little if you spelled his name right. lol

Dealt   May 24th, 2008 5:47 pm ET

"I won't ever give up", "I keep coming back". HRC sounding like the mummy in the horror movie (maybe it's her subsconscious speaking out those lines),

P.S. for B. NY: Barack Hussein Obama, is Obama's name, yes. But you pointing it out is not innocent as he is for having been named that way. And besides, what's in a name? We never choose ours, have you noticed? Also, those are common names. "Our lady of Fatima", for example, is a well known catholic shrine. And Fatimah was also the name of Muhammads sister. The King of Jordan is also Hussein, for example and he's so much more reasonable than USA's Bush.

Texan for Obama   May 24th, 2008 5:47 pm ET

Looks like Puerto Rico is glad to have him there. Hillary may not have quite as much support as she would have had earlier. Her constituency is shrinking daily.

Marilyn   May 24th, 2008 5:46 pm ET

I hope Hillary does really well in Puerto Rico. She is the only chance for a Democratic win in the Fall. Obama does nothing for me - he is an empty suit, all talk and no action.

Joe Reg   May 24th, 2008 5:44 pm ET

Is HRC still campaigning?

Oh! she is campaigning for 2012 already!!!

vince   May 24th, 2008 5:44 pm ET

You haven't seen anything yet. This guy is a blank sheet of paper. When it comes to ideas about change he is clueless. On a side note I do have to admit that since his supporters spend so much time blogging , lawn jobs and the amount of beer bottles tossed on lawns has decreased.

Josh   May 24th, 2008 5:44 pm ET

GO AWAY FROM US LATINOS OBAMA!!! WE WANT NOTHING TO DO WITH YOU BECAUSE YOU DO NOT CARE FOR US AT ALL LIKE HILLARY CLINTON DOES! SHE HAS FOUGHT FOR YEARS FOR OUR RIGHTS AND YOU HAVE DONE ABSOLUTELY NOTHING FOR THE LATINO COMMUNITY! GO BACK HOME TO ILLINOIS WE DON'T WANT YOU AS PRESIDENT!

IF HILLARY IS NOT THE NOMINEE…….SI MCCAIN!!!

Peter Damoah-Afari   May 24th, 2008 5:44 pm ET

Do you allow people to call Obama Hussein? Can CNN explain why they allow people to write all these comments?

Chuck, Democrats United We Stand   May 24th, 2008 5:44 pm ET

B-NYC, you have not a clue. He has not done any politics as usual. He is preparing for the national election, plus he is hittin McCain as he should be.

Bruce TX   May 24th, 2008 5:43 pm ET

Ok Quote : There are 55 Democratic delegates up for grabs, though voters cannot take part in the general election in November., ok Obama if you with the delegates and they can not Vote in November what makes you think you can beat Mc Cain, Hillary all the Way, at Least she can win the High Population States that would Rather Vote Jeffery Dalmer than Obama!

Hillary is Going Down!   May 24th, 2008 5:41 pm ET

Security….security….please watch Sen Obama carefully. Hillary is also in Puerto Rico and she drop the message that she is staying is the race because you may never know what can happen before June.

Obama Administration 08″

Lucas   May 24th, 2008 5:38 pm ET

Say what you will about the damage that may have been done to obama or the democratic party due to the prolonged primary, but you can't argue with this. When was the last time Puerto Rico mattered? When was the last time you saw candidate actively campaigning there? This will work to the Dem's advantage in November, no doubt about it.

B - NYC   May 24th, 2008 5:21 pm ET

Barrack Hussein Obama has been doing a great deal of "politics as usual" lately…
Seems to contradict himself quite a bit…

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