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Obama is wonderful.

To Mr. Obama- For you to refer to Senator Kennedy as "Teddy" is not only disrespectful but downright shameful. You are so "full of yourself".
This country is in a sad state when the Democrats are offering you up as one of their two best. Sad, Sad and more Sad......................

Saw this on YouTube. Great speech, Obama.

It is the best of times and the worst of times. the best–we have a wonderful country that we all love and constantly try to improve. the worst–we have a "forced upon us" democratic candidate who, with his wife, does not like or respect our country and tries to change all of our ideals and patriotism and make Americainto a radical left socialist country with a diminishing military. Maybe the small % of Americans that voted for Obama can move with him to one of those countries that he respects so much....Iran, Cuba, etc.

Oh, what a suck up! He makes me want to vomit.

what a guy...he makes me so proud.

obama 08

He understands what the youth has to do to empower this great nation. Obama 08

Obama Generation 08

It was an excellent speech. Granted it may have sounded better because it was part of a college graduation where professors get to pretend that they can speak well, too.

I commend Senator Obama for not turning the event into a political rally. He has poise, intellegence, and maturity. If you ask me, those are good qualities for the office of President of the United States. If all other candidates had those qualities, the choice for this conservative writer would be a lot harder.

Nice Job!

I thought his speech was great and especially the message from Senator Kennedy.

I thought his speech was great and especially the message for Senator Kennedy.

Obama gave a great, eloguent, and inspiring speech (as usual). It's a shame so many people don't like him, but then, anyone who says racism doesn't exist anymore is very likely a racist.*

(*see Kentucky voting results).

Clinton did, after all, secure the "white trash" vote. She should be proud.

Sen. Obama, you truly are an inspiration to the younger generation and the entire nation. YOU sir have represented Sen. Ted Kennedy honorably by your speech today.

I commend you for your loyalty and integrity when it comes to standing by a friend and mentor in need. It's speaks to the caliber of your character as the type of President this country desperately needs. This nation is blessed to have such a GREAT leader as our NEXT PRESIDENT.

YOU DID SEN. KENEDY PROUD, WE'RE VERY PROUD OF YOU MR. PRESIDENT!

Great speech. I watched it in it's entirety. It is just uplifting to listen to this man. Leaders as such comes once in a lifetime. We are blessed to witness him in this lifetime. Past generations had their own, and so will future generations, but Barack is for our time.

God Bless him and keep his family safe.

Hopefully the graduates will play it forward. If they can afford to with sudents loans coming due.

This shows the good moral fiber of a wonderful person; Sen. Obama has proven to be a true loyal Democrat and friend.

What do you call a person or a team in sports going around garaunteeing a victory ? .....yup just as I thought. Thats Obama !

From what I heard it was a good listen...

Barack, that is a good job for you. You do not deserve to be our commander-in-chief. Go away.

GO OBAMA WITH THE KENNEDY'S.
TED WANT SEE YOU BECOMING PRESIDENT THAN HE WILL TAKE THE MESSAGE TO HIS BROTHERS. I LEFT THE COUNTRY IN THE GOOD HANDS

Obama is not the material to rejuvenate the gradual decline of America in the world stage, his simplistic views are no matched of leaders in other countries. Look at Carter, he was weak while was the president. Obama will be like him, history will be repeat again. God Save America!

From Dreams Of My Father;
“That hate hadn't gone away,” he wrote, blaming white people,- some
cruel, some ignorant, sometimes a single face, sometimes just a faceless image of a system claiming power over our lives.”

No Obama, high risk for the US economy, security and foreign policy

He is a great person, he is a future hope, he will be a GREAT President.

I LOVE U MR NEXT PRESIDENT, KEEP GOING!!!

Is Obama the best replacement they could find? The DEMS. gotta be hurting!

Phoenix is sending back pictures and looks healthy.

Obama '08

I also pray that the good old Ted Kennedy wins this fight against a brain cancer. Ted, America still needs you. Get well fast.

I actually saw the speach and was one of his best to date and i really hope the students take it to heart.

Obama -08

Already doing his presidential duties. Go Obama!

IF CLINTON GIVES UP, MY VOTE WONT GO TO OBAMA. JUST BECASUE HE IS A GREAT PERSON DOESN'T MEAN HE WILL BE A GOOD PRESIDENT..MY VOTE WILL GO TO MCCAIN.

Way to Go President Barack Obama!!

That's what friends are for.

Obama 08

Obama is a politician just like every one else as evidenced by his use of the "opportunity" to replace one of his most rabid supporters. His calls to Hillary not to be a politician and not claim the votes she received in all the marginal states that matter in a presidential race have are hollow after this performance.

He is a great leader that your country desperately needs. Please don't screw him up. regards from Canada

Lets go Barack.

Our hope are in our hands. We will make you accountable in the office. You are our voice magnified. Always try to let it be heard around the country.

Don’t swift boat John Kerry again; he has the same socialist views as Obama

Where is the breaking news report about the swipe obama took at the VA Tech victims?
When is the MSM going to start exposing this guy for his stupidity.

Senator Obama should consider this invitation to stand -in for Senator
Kennedy ,an honour as the Weslyan University board thought it fit to invite him out of many, not Clinton,not McCain, to stand-in for this great senator, who is recovering from illness. This clearly shows that the educationists in US want Obama to lead the country. This is a good sign that educationists, the economists and foreign policy experts, except the 'war lords' ,all prefer Obama to be the next president as they probably feel that he is capable of running the country in a wiser manner, away from war mongering & threats to anihilate countries who does not see eye to eye on some important issues.

OBama is that unique, once in a lifetime person who has gained the support of many of our leaders, Teddy Kennedy being chief among them. Many of those of us who have believed, followed and contributed
from the very begiining find every day more reasons to respect him.
His presidency, even now in these difficult times, will prove to be the
most effective answer to the world's query.." Has America 'lost it'?.....
not yet, we reply, we have hope, we have Barack O'Bama! and we
have yet Senator Kennedy and others like him who lead the way.

This is why Barack will be our nominee! 10 more days baby!

OBAMA-08!

Obama for president and superdelegates close the deal after
June 1st. Hillary is trying to change rules alone with her husband
Bill,looking for his 3rd term and maybe another affair in white
house. What ever happen to Mccain lobbyist friends know one
is talking about and the who is jumping ship before general
election. Hillary, she can say something like did about RFK and the press make excuses for her.But Obama say you run negative press
a couples of month,even he saids it was misworded. He have know
control over what another man saids and Mccain taken money from
his pastor. Mccain on talk the war and what want do in cuban,Iran,
but say anything domestic here for the american peoples and the
economy. We want issues at home,not any pastor,Iran,Cuban or
Mexico. We high gas prices,grocery, High cost of homes and know
salary increase to help with rising cost.Minium wage can't even
pay rent on a one bedroom apartment.The government can not
create more jobs. Most of us can not even get an government job.
We need change and Obama can do this for us with Sam nunn VP
and Wesley Clark Secty of defense,secty of state governor from
kansas,atty general John Edwards,Hillary Clinton surpreme justices,
Elizabeth Edwards secty of education and Dick Gephardt secty of
Commerce. Let's get mccain back in house as a senator.

It gives me great pleasure to see what with a little(very little) effort you can use to replace a Kennedy. I always knew he wasn't much.

THIS IS THE RIGHT WAY TO ENGAGE FOREIGN NATIONS AND THEIR YOUTH TO FIGHT POVERTY, ILLITERACY AND TERRORISM. HE IS SMART AND HE WILL BE THE SMARTEST PRESIDENT OF USA IF HE BECOMES.

Obama don’t have the money to sub for a Kennedy!

Good job!

GO DEMS GO !!!

He did an excellent job. I'm glad he didn't just give a stump speech. He told some really engaging anecdotes, and I really took a lot away from his speech. He actually makes me hopeful... sounds corny, I know, lol.

smart President.
Obama '08

what a substitute! who better to fill in for the patriarch of the Kennedy family than the likely Democratic nominee for President who, Like John and Robert Kennedy over 40 years ago, has energized and inspired America about the future?

Obama may have been 'pinch-hitting'; but with his speaking ability I'm sure it was a home-run!

I am pleased to know we the people have candidates to select from in this race .Keep up the good work . you got my vote OK.

That was such an honorable thing for Obama to do, especially since he is fighting Hillary, Bill, and McCain (oh, and Romney, Fox, Lou Dobbs, and Lieberman) at the same time.

And Hillary is supposed to be the one that's tired?

Remarkable men! go Obama

Excellent speech.

Good choice!

Obama 08

The move is on...

It is a fact that Hillary supporters will not support Obama in the general election IF he is the nominee. This is a sincere movement that has started with emails, websites, and phone calls to registered democrats. Currently our projections are at 50% and will be much larger by Nov.

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

Just what I would want at my commencement another vote for me speech by an Ultra-Liberal, and the colleges have the nerve to say there is no bias.

I was proud to hear the commencment speech of Presedential hopeful Senator Barack Obama on behalf of Senator Ted Kennedy. Senator Obama sowed words of hope to pur next generation of leaders. We need a President that is going to bring change to a dying White House and that will transform the old way of doing things to a new hope for our generations to come. Thank you Senator (Presidential Hopeful) Obama for bringing us that change/ May God Bless you and your family. Hope for Change!

"But I hope you'll remember, during those times of doubt and frustration, that there is nothing naive about your impulse to change this world," he said. "Because all it takes is one act of service - one blow against injustice - to send forth that tiny ripple of hope that Robert Kennedy spoke of."

How inspiring is that? I hope all the kids not just at Wesleyan University, but around the U.S. celebrating their commencement can have a chance to absorb these words.

As one of the pillars of Obama's campaign states, just 3 simple words.

Yes, we can.

From Marc Rudin:

The news media who has been in the tank for Obama in probably the most dishonest and biased coverage of an electoral process in history, accuses her of low tactics if she defends herself. Party elders who, if nothing else, have shown since 1996 they haven't a clue as to how to win a Presidential election, admonish her not to do anything that would damage the Democrats chances in the fall. Howard Dean, more afraid of not losing than making sure the Democrats win by sending out the most electable and qualified candidate, keeps talking about putting an end to race before its over. And Obama seeing that Clinton has one hand tied behind her back, has taken full of advantage, taking his swings when he can, then playing victim if Clinton hits back.

This has been a race where Clinton has been running with 150 lbs on her back and Obama 110. And even with all that she is now in position to win.

Thank you President Obama. I am sure that Senator Kennedy appreciated you stepping in for him. I wish you all the luck in the upcoming election. Despite the fact that Arizona is McCain's country, you have many supporters here. We democrats will do our best to help you beat McCain in his own home state! He is about as popular here as he is nationally– meaning this state could belong to you.

Just like the old school Kennedy's, Obama is no different.

I cannot BELIEVE the American people don't see the hypocrisy of it all.

Clinton can win and without her the dems will have to wait another four years...

Shame on you hopeful idiots.

McCain '08 for Clinton '12
Obama boy, well ... NEVER!!!

by blocking corporate landgrab in the name of wind farm in nantucket

(a political oppotunism on corporate america's part),

Senator Kennedy stuck his neck out,

knowing full well how the corpocons were gonna spin it – "elitist kennedy is blocking alternative energy development for the sake of his view from his hyannis compound"

to fight the corporate america's all-out effort to influence and dominate the national discussion and decision making about alternative energy development.

yes, the kennedys have fought to keep the beautiful cape cod and the area accessible to the general public, against corporate development and privitization of the shore.

just wait until 98% of the population have no access to the beaches without taking out a loan to pay for it!

that was nice of him

This is good that he's doing this deed. But as a Vet of this country, and an African American it make me upset when I hear people questioning this man patriotism. Black people are devoted and love this country. I didn’t hear anyone questioning Hilary Clinton or John Mccain maybe they should have. The way our jobs are leaving this country maybe we should question these CEO too. I know this isn’t a part of this subject I felt a need to add this. Good luck to all the new Graduates.

I pray that Senator Kennedy by the grace of God have a good recovery and better health. I also pray that Senator Obama wins the nomination and never, ever offer the VP position to Hillary Clinton with whom invoked his death or sent out a code to those who don't like black people. She is evil and divisive a nasty person to be around or even look at on TV.

Don't miss the full transcript of Obama's speech today....
It is earnest, inspired and inspiring.
Wherever you are on the political spectrum,
it is a thing to be appreciated.

Today a fine Amercian spoke and young America,
the American of our children and grandchildren, listened
and took service to America into their hearts.

I have hope we can.....and we will.
God bless America...and God bless the World.

Finally...

We may have a president that inspires us to get involved with our country.

Obama 08

Yes – obam can give a good speech – ONE that is WRITTEN for him – he delivers it with style. BUT – this does not make him Qualified to be President of the USA.

Keep Fighting Hillary – against the obama dirty politics. Too bad he did not mention the LIES his campaign told about the RFK "Story"-Axelrod is a DISGRACE – all this from the candidate of change and unity! But – now we are told to "move on" – AFTER they sent the media FALSE info on Clinton – they are desperate because they know Hillary is way up in the polls to beat both McCain & obama – has MILLIONS VOTING for her – even with their constant chant to get out – I've won. Hillary Clinton has the Electorial Map – to WIN the white house – obama does NOT – that is why he is desperate to have this over – before Hillary WINS the popular vote. That is why he does not want to count – or re-vote FL & MI – and that is WHY the supers have not flooded to him!
Funny how the obama group and Sharpton said you Must go with the Will of the People – the Supers cannot take this away from our guy – we will riot! Well, NOW they demand the supers Give this to him – forget about the will of the people – Talk about "Change"!!!
Oama is a Fraud – figure it out!

HILLARY OR MCCAIN N EVER OBAMA

That's nice. I tried to see it on CNN.com but the president of the university was rambling on forever and I had to go.

God, Oblahma makes me ill. So arrogant and empty.

Barack Obama is an honorable man. America needs him.

I think Senator Obama is absolutely fantastic. The man is the epitome of what this country is all about. He struggled with a single mother and with grandparents. He worked hard to become a Harvard graduate. It makes my blood boil when people refer to him as an elitist just because he's educted and professional. I can't help but wonder if he were a white guy would he be called an elitist?

president obama
you made a really good speach as usual
the young people was honored to have you

Way to go President Obama

Ok...I'm a Republican....and I'm so happy to support Obama and donate to his campaign....was so excellent to see him in my home town!!...well....I didn't really get to see him...just to know he was here made everyone talk

Obama inspired all my family and me. We are so greatful to have him as presidential canidate and hopefully next president of united state.
He run campain without any debt and lending money and proved that he is a great leader.
Obama 08

This is a fully deserved honour for Obama. And his choice is quite apt at these moment of our sociopolitical life. He represents the freshness, hope and a new beginning that America needs at this time. The world has changed and has gotten closer, so must America.

Beautiful speech. Calling on young people to give to their country, self-lessly. To help the poor in other countries. Wonderful. I love this guy.

It was great of Obama to fill in for Ted Kennedy. Who better to give an inspirational speech to the graduates.

Uncle Ted, may God bless you richly!

The best thing that American's can do is to allow for a change that has eluded her for the past 8 years.And the worst thing she can do is to allow a third term for bush and co,

Ted went sailing. A brief look at Obama socialism.

OBAMA 08'

Well, I'm a huge Obama supporter these days, but i gotta say, his commencement speach was rather blah.

I'm sure the man is very tired. (as well as Sen. Clinton).

Once Sen. Clinton accepts what is, I hope Sen. Obama and his team take a well desered week off, or at least cut way back on hours while putting together the GE strategy and team.

Barack Obama/Janet Napolatino 08'

God Bless America. Obama for President!

Obama for President!

On Memorial Weekend and not a word about serving in the US military.
And yet he criticizes John McCain about military benefit and how he should vote.
This guy lacks experience and credibility.
More focus should be placed on his record and precisely what kind of changes he is taking about,.

The so called Millennium Generation, born in 1980 to 1995 is in fact the best hope for change in the country.

My generation, the Baby Boomers, was energized by President Kennedy. We participated in Government, joined the Peace Corp or served in the Military. Some of us participated in the Freedom Marches and protested the War in Vietnam. It was a time for change, but instead of the Age of Aquarius, we went back to Politics as usual.

But the new voters that predominantly support Obama are hopefully the future of this Country. To most of them Sexism and Racism are not an issue.

Obama’s plans to make Higher Educational Opportunities available to everyone and require some form of Service to this Country should get more Press than it has received.

It should be easy for Obama to sub for Kennedy.
They are both cut from the same LIBERAL SOCIALIST COMMUNIST DEMOCRAT PARTY bolt of cloth.

Natural choice by Ted Kennedy.
OBAMA is the legacy of John, Robert and Ted Kennedy to the USA and to the world.

The supers can't vote for me in November.

My Independent vote in November goes to Hillary Clinton.

i think no one could full fill this speech for ted kennedy than barack obama i hope americans give barack obama a chance i think he gona be a good president.

I heard the whole thing & thought it was excellent as usual. I am sure TK was pleased.

For him to take time from his campaign to give this speech says a lot about his character. Friendships and family obvoiusly mean a great deal to him.

He will make us a good president.

Whatever Obama may lack in "accepted" experience, he more than makes up for in judgement, inspirational initiative, and vision.
Aretha Franklin defined soul as, "...the ability to make someone feel what YOU are feeling".

I'm feeling Obama!

Hooah!

Excellent topic, Obama. Befitting of our next president to speak of community service to our nation and the world. Great. We are our brothers and sisters' keepers. Great speech!

Obama is right .
He cant feel kennedys shoes or any one else

LMAO....he looks like an Idiot!!

Well done Mr. President !!

OBAMA-EDWARDS '08

Our hope for the future!!!

obama can't wait till the october surprise tape, of your wife at the pulpit at the tucc church, ranting about the "whitey's". then the superdelegates will be speed dialing up hillary, to be the nominee.

I knew Ted Kennedy, and you sir are no Ted Kennedy! You are *way* cooler!

Where does this man get the gall to suck up and bald face lie to millions of people? It's sickening.Somebody stop this joke, it's getting out of hand.

WHAT A JOKE!

JUST ANOTHER WAY TO TRY AND BOOST OBAMA!

THE FACT IS HE CANNOT WIN IN NOVEMBER!!!!!

BUT HILLARY CAN!!

THIS COUNTRY NEEDS A PATRIOTIC HERO!

THIS COUNTRY NEEDS HILLARY CLINTON!!!!!!

God Bless Ted Kennedy and the entire Kennedy family. God Bless the families that have lost loved ones. To the soldiers that are home – welcome home. God Bless Barack Obama. You make us proud. You are going to be one of the greatest President's in US history. YES WE CAN WHEN WE UNITE.

CNN, what is the total fund that the Obama Campaign has raised? Since your $240 millions report in March, no total yet for April and May.

Did Obama smile at all the sweeties?

A Graduation speech became part of his political campaign...

That is tacky

I am so proud to see Senator Obama at the podium for Senator Kennedy.

God bless them both as they continue doing God's will in their lives. I look forward to a happier America with President Obama leading us. Senatory Kennedy and his family are in my prayers for a speedy and 100% return to good health.

How tacky. People usually wait to be asked to perform a job. Maybe he had someone else in mind, Obama. You have no manners

Carter telling Hillary to give it up is like a young person telling him to go to leave the earth.

Yes, he has a right to speak, but he is such a turkey who wants to listen. Isn't he the one who botched rescuing our POW's in Iran and let Ron Reagan do that. He is such a quitter that maybe he thinks everyone should be a quitter.

By the way, why are all the anti Hillary people so angry and hateful.

Why not gather around the mother hen and let he choose the inexperienced one term US Senator as a VP. That is all he is qualified to be from my point of view.

I watched the speech, and as an independent I thought it was inspiring. Everytime I here him speak I am so confused as to why people make negative comments about him. What is not to like about a person who encourages people to be the best they can be. He seems to be genuine American who cares about others and our country. I may just vote for him.

JIMMY CARTER was a one-time president. The most obvious factor was lack of previous experience in Washington. Like Obama, he ran on a "leadership crisis" and skepticism about "Washington,” with confidence that his own personal qualities could end the crisis. His campaign in 1975 stressed Washington's defects and his own virtues - NOT SPECIFIC ISSUES OR A CLEARLY DEFINED IDEOLOGY. He sensed a yearning for “change,” and tried to persuade the “disenchanted” that he had the personality and values the situation demanded.
Many voters found Carter puzzling—even contradictory—and UNTESTED. Carter only squeaked through to victory, with a popular vote of 40.8 million to Ford's 39.1 million and an electoral vote of 297 to 240.
What Carter failed at was to have a compelling vision AND POLITICAL SKILL.
Not surprisingly, Carter was a one-term president and even had to struggle to even obtain the re-nomination by his own party.

I think an Obama Administration will be the best medicine for this drought that the United States had for the past 8 years. Also, it still astounds me that the rules that Senator Clinton agreed to previously somehow has no importance now. That is a Bush-like rationalization.

This is nauseating to see that now this inexperienced nobody is tying his image to that of a Kennedy....wake up America....there is no substance here....he is not a Kennedy and is totally inexperienced to become President. Without a script he can't put cohesive paragraphs together without stuttering.

You have shown that you prefer a man, however inexperienced to a woman... congratulations you are not a racist country afterall, you are sexist. If I were HRC I would feel a double standard and somewhat cheated...out of voters and delegates; comparing spouses OK if it's Bill but not OK if it's Michelle; experience only counts if you're a woman.....and so on plus the condescending "you're likeable enough Hilary", not to mention Rev. Wright sage. I hope McCain wins in November. When America falls in love with a star, they are blinded by the light.

Let´s Unite the Country ..
NO MORE MCBUSH ERA..

Go..

Obama / Webb 08

I have come so close to his mantled search to turn the "great nation" around in unsumantable paste.
Am proud of you, If not for other Republican, I dont the major election will turflie him like that of the primary race.
Soonest I will take as my personal obligation to make a diffrence that will turn all the infirmty right up side down.

Thats my man right there. Every word uttered by this young articulated man makes me happy as a rudimentary in politics. I'm working towards and adapting his style of delivery as I'm working hard to become a senator one day myself. you deserve it. It's time for you, you've been appointed by the Almighty to save us from this mess.

JIMMY CARTER was a one-time president. The most obvious factor was lack of previous experience in Washington. Like Obama, he ran on a "leadership crisis" and skepticism about "Washington,” with confidence that his own personal qualities could end the crisis. His campaign in 1975 stressed Washington's defects and his own virtues - NOT SPECIFIC ISSUES OR A CLEARLY DEFINED IDEOLOGY. He sensed a yearning for “change,” and tried to persuade the “disenchanted” that he had the personality and values the situation demanded.
Many voters found Carter puzzling—even contradictory—and UNTESTED. Carter only squeaked through to victory, with a popular vote of 40.8 million to Ford's 39.1 million and an electoral vote of 297 to 240.
What Carter failed at was to have a compelling vision AND POLITICAL SKILL.
Not surprisingly, Carter was a one-term president and even had to struggle to even obtain the re-nomination by his own party.

YES WE CAN
Go Barack lead us into the next generation.
Judy

What a wonderful honor to fill in for Kennedy. Way to go Obama!!

Obama is a decent and kind person, he has been this way throughout this campaign. It's so sad that when their are white candidates, we the minority (including Hispanics) are to over look the color of the skin and be ever so grateful. We are lead to believe the candidate we vote for will make changes that will benefit all people.

First it was the white hard workers voters, get ready my Hispanic bothers and sister, she has a reason for talking about how important you are, she’s desperately NEEDS your vote, once got you will be a thing of the past. For those who keep bringing up the Rev.Wright, McCain might not have been a member to either of their church, but whose to say he didn't visit them for months or years, as if he was.

We are going to be cheated by someone whom claims she love our county and promised to unit our party when a nominee is chosen....lies, lies, lies.

Obama vs McCain=Obama would win easily.
Hillary vs McCain=lies, tricks and tears.

Excellent representation! America will be blessed with Obama as the President!

While I admire Carter's post-presidency work, I can understand why he might "embrace" Obama. Their campaigns are very similar, and just like Ted Kennedy hoping to restore "Camelot" just one last time, so Carter might want to lend credibility to his own, failed presidency. .

The reality is that JIMMY CARTER was a one-time president. The most obvious factor was lack of previous experience in Washington. Like Obama, he ran on a "leadership crisis" and skepticism about "Washington,” with confidence that his own personal qualities could end the crisis. His campaign in 1975 stressed Washington's defects and his own virtues — NOT SPECIFIC ISSUES OR A CLEARLY DEFINED IDEOLOGY. He sensed a yearning for “change,” and tried to persuade the “disenchanted” that he had the personality and values the situation demanded.
Many voters found Carter puzzling—even contradictory—and UNTESTED. Carter only squeaked through to victory, with a popular vote of 40.8 million to Ford's 39.1 million and an electoral vote of 297 to 240.
What Carter failed at was to have a compelling vision AND POLITICAL SKILL.
Not surprisingly, Carter was a one-term president and even had to struggle to even obtain the re-nomination by his own party.

Deja-vu all over with Obama!

nothing like using turning a favor from a sick friend into a stumping opportunity
Barack your not ready yet to fil Ted or Hillary's shoes

He already looks like the president. Bravo Obama...

Dear Barak:

Congratulations...!!!!.

Keepup the good work and march on with "courage" to get the nomination. I pray for your safety throughout your campaign season as world is very cruel with full of jealous, hatred and power hungry.

Wish you all the best..OBAMA 2008.

Way to go Bam!

Senator Kennedy is in our heart and prayers. God be with you, Senator. Thank you for improving the lives of every American.

The best commencement speech I've ever heard. He was excellent and it was a rare opportunity for these graduates to see the future president of the US..What an honor!

Obama truly inspires us to do good and think about others, not just ourselves. So refreshing.

He's the only one that there's just too little of.

Keep up the good work Sen. Obama. I'm sure Sen. Kennedy is very pleased you could represent him.

He should substitute for a Kennedy. He reminds me of JFK, more every day. Come on America. Break the tired old political mold. O8ama!

Obama being presidential............

He will restore America's image in the world and truly work for change in this country. As a boomer, I'm excited to see that some of my dreams of the '60s could be fulfilled.

YES WE CAN!!!!

I have no comment about Senator Kennedy's health; I just know this, Barack Obama believes in the Democratic party and what it "used to stand for" and I admire him and the friendship and grace he shows his elders.

I believe that he hears from and knows God, and will be a wonderful President, if the people can get beyond their prejudice to vote for him.

Thank you, people of the United States, that I can have faith in your intelligence to see the "big picture" and vote for the appropriate and responsible and the one person who can make a difference!

I am glad that Barack Obama subbed for Kennedy. I wish I could have been there.

Good look. Love you Obama!!!!

I feeel that Obama is during a great job. I do not like Hillary but I feel that Hillary as VP, John Edward as AG and Richardson As Sec of State is a great team.

This needs to stop Liz Trotter is the latest to continue with the garbage aganist Sen. Obama.

When asked her opinion of the recent scandal surrounding some comments made by Sen. Hillary Clinton, which Trotter described by saying that, "some are reading [it] as a suggestion that somebody knock off Osama." Hemmer quickly corrected Trotter, having noticed that she had said "Osama" when she meant "Obama." At this point, Trotter said, "Obama. Well...both if we could!" Trotter then laughed gleefully.

Liz Trotter is the latest to continue with the garbage aganist Sen. Obama.

When asked her opinion of the recent scandal surrounding some comments made by Sen. Hillary Clinton, which Trotter described by saying that, "some are reading [it] as a suggestion that somebody knock off Osama." Hemmer quickly corrected Trotter, having noticed that she had said "Osama" when she meant "Obama." At this point, Trotter said, "Obama. Well...both if we could!" Trotter then laughed gleefully.

Great speech to inspire young folks to go and make a difference in this world. New leaders need to be cultivated so they can tackle the bigger problems we will face in the future. Thanks BO.

It was closed to the public and still a large crowd appered.

We watched the simulcast and were amazed how relaxed Barack is delivering a brand new address. He brought Congressman Pat Kennedy to tears. This man is destined for greatness in the same vein as Lincoln and Jefferson.

America, this opportunity will return us to our rightful position as leaders of the free world.

While I admire Carter's post-presidency work, I can understand why he might "embrace" Obama. Their campaigns are very similar, and just like Ted Kennedy hoping to restore "Camelot" just one last time, so Carter might want to lend credibility to his own, failed presidency. .

The reality is that JIMMY CARTER was a one-time president. The most obvious factor was lack of previous experience in Washington. Like Obama, he ran on a "leadership crisis" and skepticism about "Washington,” with confidence that his own personal qualities could end the crisis. His campaign in 1975 stressed Washington's defects and his own virtues - NOT SPECIFIC ISSUES OR A CLEARLY DEFINED IDEOLOGY. He sensed a yearning for “change,” and tried to persuade the “disenchanted” that he had the personality and values the situation demanded.
Many voters found Carter puzzling—even contradictory—and UNTESTED. Carter only squeaked through to victory, with a popular vote of 40.8 million to Ford's 39.1 million and an electoral vote of 297 to 240.
What Carter failed at was to have a compelling vision AND POLITICAL SKILL.
Not surprisingly, Carter was a one-term president and even had to struggle to even obtain the re-nomination by his own party.

Deja-vu all over with Obama!

This man is on to something great. I am no longer a Republican.

GREAT JOB OBAMA

I'm in awe of the mastery of communication the Kennedy family has inherent in thier genes.
Obama couldn't be a better stand in albeit a long way to go to compare to the Kennedy's

You should have came to the University of Baltimore

This was a wonderful speech, Sen. Obama. You and Sen. Kennedy are great men of integrity.

Obama '08

My question to the “under 30 generation” who for the first time in their lives have
“found their voice”… in Obama…..where have you been? Why have you not exercised
not only your right to vote, but your sense of patriotism? You place your faith in a man
who has not been tested, who does not have a record of accomplishment, short
resume’ and little experience in international nor economic matters. For shame!

Life to you folks seems quite simple. How rarely have you yourselves been tested, faced
adversity, struggled? I suppose in your minds and eyes, Obama offers a sense of
entitlement. You cannot see past his rhetoric to see there is little substance. You buy
into his chant of “change..yes we can” with little thought as to the complexities involved
in bringing about the type of change he preaches about. To you folks, he is the coming
of the messiah, here to save us from ourselves. It is him himself who believes that he is entitled. He may in fact be anointed the nominee and you like him will think nothing
can stop you. The simple and relevant truth is……. One can fool some of the people
some of the time…but not all the people…. all the time.
McCain may not represent the party for whom I relate to, however, I respect his honor,
integrity and sacrifice to our country …. And I will place my hope for change in him. He
has earned my respect.
For our countries sake and that of our future….thank god there are more of us than you
and we will not allow this fantasy to continue past Nov.

***A note to the DNC party chairs and uncommitted superdelgates…..you either stop
this false prophet now….or we will with our votes come Nov.

Wesleyan University? How about speaking at a Black University? You sure don't spend a lot ot time in the African American community. I wonder why? By the way, how much money do you spend in the Black media? Newspapers, magazines, radio stations, etc. You seem to be very uncomfortable around Blacks......UM....................??

Just a thought..........

In all of my life I have only been move by a few other presidential candidates. I was move from day one when I first heard senator Obama speak in 2004 on TV and at that moment I knew that he was the person if any that could lead this country back to some sense of dignity. His speech’s brings me to tears every time I hear him speak and Dr. King rings through my heart and soul. Senator Obama brings me so much hope and inspiration not only for me but my children as well. I hope that this great country will rise to the occasion and swear in the next president Barack Obama who can reach across the aisle find command ground to move this country forward with out self interests, race, greed, religion, sexual preferences, and self predication that is Senator Barack Obama.

Barak you are a true man that can step up to the bat anytime.....you're a true Valicatorian by any means....God Bless America and I'm thankful for having someone like you to lead the country.

BARACK is the MAN !!! AWESOME STUFF !!

WHAT A FAKE OBAMA IS.

HILLARY ALL THE WAY.

Such an honour to be asked by Ted Kennedy to speak on
his behalf!

Speaks volumes about the young senator!.. Trustworthy. Honest. Loyal. The world could really do with a U.S president who has some honesty for a change.. After all, the decisions made in november will, unfortunately, effect all of us!.. Thank you G. Bush for making the world a "safer place"?? i wonder..

While the U.S complains about Gas costing $4 a gallon...prices here are 40%+ more! The U.S. economy isnt the only economy Mr. Bush has had an effect on... by starting an unjust war in iraq, the whole world has suffered!

Europe for Obama!!

Good job. Humble. Voluntering for the Peace Corps, thats alright. McCain will come around and said you didn't say much about memorial day. Ignore him. I rather be in the peace than be singing Bomb. bomb, bomb Iran.

Senator, you really it to win this thing in November. I think ahteral you would be the nominee but you never know the Clinton. Never count them out. The whole world is watching. Come November 4th. I will proudly tell my son, nomatter the odds in life you can make too just like I have so far.

Senator Obama the world is watching. I am watching too.

Senator Obama Sir, your place in history is almost sacred. God bless you and bless Senator ed Kennedy as He blesses America.

SPEACHES, SPEACHES, SPEACHES. IS THAT ALL THIS MAN DOES. WHAT IS HIS VOTING RECORD LIKE? JUST SPEACHES

It would have been nice if you'd play his complete speech at the scool instead of little snipettes, on the ballet bowl. You certainly gave plenty of time to Hillary, who I can't stand.

I watched the streaming video of the speech and thought it was very inspiring for those young students. Another great speech by a great man.

I only wish I had someone as such deliver my commencement address during my graduation. Instead, I had some tired old man I never heard of that stuttered and stumbled through each sentence.

These are some lucky students.

Hello Mr. president Obama. You make America proud. George Bush this is how you do it. You stumble bumble fumble over every speech that I have had the displeasure of listening to. It will be good to see once again a president that is presidential.
Obama08

THIS would be interesting to note!

WILL the Obama kool-aid drinkers answer HIS CALL to SERVE?

Will they be willing to give up their lattes, bmw's, shopping sprees, spa treatments, and "me me me" attitudes?

CAN they WALK THE WALK? or just "talk the talk"?

AS SOON AS OBAMA BECOMES PRESIDENT, HE WILL START

WORKING ON OUR FAILING EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTIONS.

thank you obama the whole world need you and we love you.

yes we can

HONOR,LOVE & RESPECT TO OUR SOON TO BE PRESIDENT.

WHAT A SHAMLESS PLOY BY TED KENNEDY...

USING HIS OWN MORTALITY AS A WAY TO HELP OBAMA....

BYE TED

Love to know Senator still has his humor!! I want him to know I am praying for him to recover. God is able!

GOD BLESS OUR NEXT PRESIDENT.