May 30, 2008
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Could McClellan be supporting Obama.
Could McClellan be supporting Obama.

(CNN) – Could Scott McClellan be an unlikely supporter of Barack Obama?

In several interviews with media organizations Thursday night, the former White House press secretary hinted that he was strongly leaning toward the Illinois senator's White House bid over his own party’s presumptive nominee.

McClellan, a former White House official who has angered several Republicans this week for his scathing critique of the Bush Administration, said he hasn't made an official decision on which candidate he will back, but offered that he is "intrigued by Sen. Obama's message."

"It's a message that is very similar to the one that Gov. Bush ran on in 2000," McClellan told CBS News.

The former White House press secretary struck a similar tone in an interview with USA Today, saying that he is attracted to both party's likely nominees.

"I have a lot of respect and admiration for Sen. McCain," he said. "I'm also intrigued by Sen. Obama."

McClellan, who played a key role in the president's 2000 campaign, isn't the first member of Bush's inner circle to express support for Obama. In 2007, former Bush strategist Matt Dowd also said he had become disillusioned with the president and said Obama was the only candidate that appealed to him.

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Hillary is the better one   May 30th, 2008 11:51 am ET

Hillary Supporters should unite in Nov and vote against Obama.

Not by staying home, or voting for the lesser evil, McCain… but by actually voting their conscience and writing in Hillary Clinton.

Many of us are doing that. But we need every one of the millions who support HRC to do so in order to win the white house.

Helen   May 30th, 2008 11:51 am ET

I have no tolerance for a LIAR. Just like Barbara Walters went on a book tour and revealed the messy part of her life for $. I now have to add you to that same group of individuals.

I believe you stood before the WH Press and lied continously for the sake of your job. And now you want Americans to dig into their pockets and purchase your book and for what. Only for the money. You lied then and you are more than likely lying now.

You don't represent what Sen. Obama stands for. Although all are welcome, you must know that we are dealing with attics of old politicans. Enter but you must be quiet while your here in Obama Land. And don't even think about joining the Administration.

cmoore   May 30th, 2008 11:51 am ET

What a suprise he was a socialist liberal in disguise!!!!!

Internet Argument Winner   May 30th, 2008 11:50 am ET

I can see why republicans hate McClellan… he just made them realize they had been praying to a false god all alone… simple crook who lied and sent their kids to die for his personal ambitions.

Moses, Ca.   May 30th, 2008 11:50 am ET

To all of you people that will vote for McCain, must not have any Sons or Nephews. If you do when they got to Irag think about your vote. If they get hurt or killed ask yourself was it worth it.

sandy   May 30th, 2008 11:50 am ET

Just remember all of you Hillary supporters, the republicans never had a woman, African American, latino or anything other than white men running. At least the Democrats gave you a choice, And yet you would defect to McCain if Hillary is not the nominee. Do you think that will get you a woman on the Supreme court or someone who will uphold Roe vs Wade? You all better think twice as to what is better for YOU and your families.

George   May 30th, 2008 11:50 am ET

What I find interesting about this man is that as of last year he is on record as saying that he agreed with President Bush on the war in Iraq, several years after leaving the White House. Which do you believe Scott? Could your opinion of Pres. Bush have changed when you were offered a lucrative book deal?!?

steveda - poconos   May 30th, 2008 11:50 am ET

Even this dirt-bag can pick a winner once in a while. Frankly I do not give him much credit as he participated in the frauds he writes about. Kinda like a guard at Auschwitz writing a tell all about the crimes committed there. It would have been nobler for him to report them immediately, not years later.

Attorney in FL   May 30th, 2008 11:49 am ET

Oh please…thats not what he said. I watched! You freakin' journalists are so far stuck up Obama's arse its UGLY! All of you should lose your jobs….what ever happened to fair -unbias reporting?? Its dead. Shame on you.

Connie   May 30th, 2008 11:49 am ET

Come on over Scott. We will welcome you.

Hanging Chad   May 30th, 2008 11:49 am ET

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Who the hell will EVER hire this guy ? Talk about a disgruntled
former employee!

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PA Voter   May 30th, 2008 11:49 am ET

Wow! This election gets funnier by the minute.

E Barnes   May 30th, 2008 11:49 am ET

Is this supposed to be a good thing? No thanks, keep your support!

Hill please   May 30th, 2008 11:48 am ET

To the Hillary Clinton supporters…
Please walk the walk of your talk and WRITE in Hillary Clinton in Nov.

Please DO NOT stay home, and McCain is not really much better than Obama.

Vote for the only qualified and able Leader- HRC

Shannon Wadding   May 30th, 2008 11:48 am ET

What is the likelyhood that this Presidential election will start a revolution?

The people should hold their elected officials accountable–especially in Michighan and Florida–for holding the will of the people, not the special interests and lobbyists.

I fear this general election will end up in the US Supreme Court if the DNC chooses Hillary Clinton as the Presidential nominee for the Democratic party.

How did the Democratic voting system become such a running joke to the world while we try to influence foreign governments to do the same?

Tell The Truth   May 30th, 2008 11:48 am ET

Wow @ some of these replies………..I've been here for a few months and the vast majority of you Clinton and McCain supporters sound like characters that have come straight out of a comic book.

I wonder if you actually spread this ignorance in public or is it just another identity you take on when you join cyberspace? This has gotten beyond the realms of laughably pathetic. I don't think you believe some of the things you say yourselves.

Is our society really this ignorant.? Tell me it ain't so. If so, then we're all doomed and we definitely know the ones to blame for it. No wonder foreigners call us stupid Americans. They're definitely not talking about Obama supporters because that's where you'll find all the Americans with intellignece and common sense.

CNN = You need to post this

Alex   May 30th, 2008 11:47 am ET

This should be a good sign to shut Ferraro. Even Republicans love Obama. The only people who do not like him are bitter racists like you. If there is a functioning brain on your shoulder even if you do not like his skin color you just have to keep your comment to his views not his skin color. Certain things never change. Get over it. The people are ahead of you old lady. Move on.

Tolga   May 30th, 2008 11:47 am ET

Of course he will support Obama. He is the first one to know what harm the "experienced" Washington politicians did to this country and to the world. He knows McCain much better than we do.

Obama 08/12

CMitch, FW TX   May 30th, 2008 11:47 am ET

I know what you mean. Out with the republican.

Annette   May 30th, 2008 11:47 am ET

You really can't blame the man, it took courage to speak out. He comes from democrated roots, so it's no wonder he is intrigued with Obama. However, pay attention to who he is not supporting during this contest.

Democrat.   May 30th, 2008 11:47 am ET

A mole, who will trust this guy ?

Generation X   May 30th, 2008 11:46 am ET

Scott- Thank you.

Geoff the Great Independent!   May 30th, 2008 11:46 am ET

We should not be surprised at the insights that would come out of te Bush Administration. The administration is corrupt! I'm always amazed when I read comments from McCain and Clinton supports about th decision to support Obama. For instance, Barack can't be trusted, but yet Hillary outrighit lied to the American people to bolster more support and at any means necessary ton several occaisions. She is willing to do and say anthing to get to the white house…. She dishonest and we can't trust what she'll say and when she's tired we can't trust what she'll do! She might not answer the phone. Scott sees this and is intriqued more by Obama. He sees that McCain is strong on military strategy (if you beleive it) but lack backbone, judgement and true understanding of American people. We'll he's just like Bush.. Leadersip is not based on experience its based on charisma, character, judgment and intelligence. Obama is a greater leader than anyone in the compaign.

enomisa   May 30th, 2008 11:46 am ET

Another lying hypocrit jumps on the Obama bandwagon for vague change- constant flip-flopping change.

Itsabouttime   May 30th, 2008 11:46 am ET

Go Scott! The republicans and all those who want to be replublicans are just afraid of the fact that there's someone within there group that stood up for the Right. Scott went "against the grain". The republicans and wannabee's are selfish individuals, as long as they are just getting therest….."The Hell With Everyone else". Republicans/wannabee's……..your Day is coming.

Go Scott! Together we will weather this "Storm" The trught will be told.

itsabouttime.

Maxine   May 30th, 2008 11:45 am ET

It shows that many Republicans are discouraged with their party right now; for Carl Rove, GW and John McCain are not what they appeared to be regarding polocies, especially the war. McCain was not real keen on the war in the beginning, but he had to saddle up with Bush to keep his status in WA. Look back from 2000 to present and see the changes made in McCain regarding the Bush Administration.

This also, shows Obama's attraction to all people who are sick of the present Washington status. Obama found this out when he was elected senator and decided this has got to change how we do business in Washington. Why do you think they are really trying to get Hill or John in there, then it is the same as before.

Good book by the way.

attempt #2   May 30th, 2008 11:45 am ET

Please post those of us that are not Obama fanatics.
The Obama followers say they see the wisdom in talking to our international enemies (so do I by the way) and advocate such diplomacy.

But on these blogs they display an inability to dialogue with anyone who disagrees with them or who is different from them.

So much hatred evident in their vitriolic, name-calling, insulting posts.

If they can not be civil, respectful and tolerant of fellow democrats, how can they hope to talk to our sworn enemies?

Deb   May 30th, 2008 11:45 am ET

McClellan smells the Exon money from the Obama camp.

A vote for obama is a vote to put another Oil Man in office.

NO THANK YOU!

$4.00 a gallon has me broke already!

Hillary 08

Eugene   May 30th, 2008 11:45 am ET

CNN is running two days behind in their delegate count. Sharpen up that old math department, guys!

A CANUCK   May 30th, 2008 11:44 am ET

Please just go away….if you think Obama's message is like gov Bush's old message….YOU JUST DON'T GET IT…..STUPID !!!

Jerry in Boston   May 30th, 2008 11:44 am ET

Unbelievable. You people are just unbelievable. Did you actulally read his comments?

"It's a message that is very similar to the one that Gov. Bush ran on in 2000," McClellan told CBS News.

That doesn't set off any alarm bells in your head?

Obama is LYING to you and wrapping it in sincere tones and bipartisanship. He is the Bush of the Left, but you don't care do you? All your hatred of Bush isn't about him being a duplicitous liar, it's because he's not YOUR duplicitous liar.

You deserve everything you get.

Hypocrits all   May 30th, 2008 11:44 am ET

The Obama followers say they see the wisdom in talking to our international enemies (so do I by the way) and advocate such diplomacy.

But on these blogs they display an inability to dialogue with anyone who disagrees with them or who is different from them.

So much hatred evident in their vitriolic, name-calling, insulting posts.

If they can not be civil, respectful and tolerant of fellow democrats, how can they hope to talk to our sworn enemies?

bill dee   May 30th, 2008 11:44 am ET

It doesn't matter why Mcclellan wrote his Bush book. What is important is the message the book imparts: that government stopped performing its primary function, that of problem solving, and instead allowed politics and wishful thinking to propel this country into failed policies. Moreover, in the pursuit of these failed policies , administration officials manufactured facts to fit events and lied to protect their jobs.
The lack of leadership at crucial times permitted policies to get so out of control that this train wreck produced the Katrina and Iraq debacles.
One cannot blame a low-level administrative spokesman whose job was to obfuscate facts and regurgitate the talking points of the day to the sleeping press for not being willing to leave his job when Generals and Cabinet appointees sat silently by as the train left the tracks. All those lockstep administrative officials, past and present, who now berate McClellan need to look at their own service. They may have been appointed by the President, but they, and he, works for us!
Good for you Scott. You go girl!

Welcome   May 30th, 2008 11:43 am ET

Welcome to the Obama team, Scott. I think I understand why you remained silent. In those days, it was considered almost mutinous to speak up. The Bush administration has always dealt harshly with dissent, which is odd, considering dissent is one of the cornerstones of American Democracy. It will be refreshing when Mr. Bush and his gang leave the White House. The place will definitely need airing out; the stink of arrogance and a complete disregard for the law will be heavy in the air for some time.

It is important that we, as Americans, remember where our loyalties are. We shouldn't be loyal to a man or his regime, but to our country.
Presidents come and go. The country, if we manage ourselves correctly, will go on for a long time.

I congratulate you on coming forward. I'm sure there are others who worked near you who, if they had more guts, would come forward too.

Darth Vadik, CA   May 30th, 2008 11:42 am ET

We warned you about all this 5 years ago, and you still want to vote for McCain, oh please?
How many times do we have to say it, how many times? But you're going to vote for McCain? Go to hell for screwing up my country, go to hell, all you McCain voters.
And I'm the problem?
Oh God you make me sick.
You have a chance to change it this year, but you won't because you just cant trust Obama.
After Bush, an ape would be beter.
But you don't trust Obama.
You make me sick.

Manny   May 30th, 2008 11:42 am ET

Lmao, the rupugnicans are imploding, time to desert the sinking ship !

Obama by a landslide in 08 !

Daggone   May 30th, 2008 11:41 am ET

What the heck kind of name is Barack Obama?

Steve   May 30th, 2008 11:41 am ET

I think McClellan would be a great running mate for Barack. What do you think?

Obama/McClellan '08

Sylvia from Oslo Norway   May 30th, 2008 11:41 am ET

No surprise there; the guy likes glossy charmers without a plan. At least until they disappoint you. US must learn to vote on policy and not smoothtalkers. Obama should be made to explain why there are 15 million people missing from the Obama universal health-care plan.

Clinton 08!

West Virginia   May 30th, 2008 11:41 am ET

Haha, Republicans. Your shame is like no other.

an   May 30th, 2008 11:41 am ET

if he was so against the white house and its Propaganda why he stood in front of press and give reason all that time where was inner consious then, or just heard self voice when he has to sell a book and earn big millions with it,

man if he had consious, time was to stand up at the time when war was being discussed in white house inner circle not when one has to sell book after armed men are in war for 5+years

FH2   May 30th, 2008 11:41 am ET

Good it show that even a person who makes mistakes can change.. Maybe there's hope of us yet?

Sharon   May 30th, 2008 11:41 am ET

I Like!!! See what a little honest and soul search will do. Free you up from the crap and let you smell the flowers. If we could just get the Hillary cult and the "stuck on the color of your skin" folks to do the same, oh, What a wonderful world it would be!!

Obama 2008

Chris   May 30th, 2008 11:40 am ET

I'm glad that he finally came out and told the truth. I wonder what took him so long? He would impress me if he were to donate a portion of the proceeds of this book to some of the soldier's families. It won't erase the tragedy that has become Iraq, but it will at least show the public that he is sincere about what he sat back and watched!!!

John McBush   May 30th, 2008 11:40 am ET

"Could Scott McClellan be an unlikely supporter of Barack Obama?

.. Why not he fits obama's mold, just another Judas"

This is exactly why Republicans have got to be RETARDED or mentally disfunctional. This idiot is saying that Bush is Jesus!! by refering McClellen as Judas… You people truely are the Most Retarded in the world!!

one Obama blogger   May 30th, 2008 11:40 am ET

One Obama blogger, in response to the unelectable issue, actually posted that the country is in such a bad way that Obama can sleep-walk his way into the presidency.

Well, that is exactly what he has done to gain a small lead in the primary. But Americans are not that stupid.

Come Nov, they will fully realize that he is not qualified to lead, that he has done absolutely nothing for his country, and they will not simply allow him to win by default. Which, incidentally is how he won his senate seat.

George   May 30th, 2008 11:40 am ET

I guess he thinks this will help sell more books. He will need to sell as many as he can since he can't be trusted by anyone by Republicans or Dems.

I don't care that he wrote a book like this. But those who called him an idiot then are now calling him a HERO……..HMMMMMM

He will fit well with O'Bama. Say anything to sell books or get elected whether you believe it or not…..

j kothary, Blaine, WA   May 30th, 2008 11:39 am ET

a free man entitled to vote as he chooses !!!

Ignorance has nothing to do w/ lack of education   May 30th, 2008 11:39 am ET

This is Too Funny! May 30th, 2008 10:38 am ET

I TOLD YOU SO! I already smelled Axlerod (Obama's "brain") around the corner a few days ago! He's already grooming McClellan to be his next "puppet on a string."

I find this comment curious, because one thing Obama doesn't lack is intelligence, and since you can't comprehend that, then maybe it's someone else's brain you should be examining or have examined…

Just a thought

Buddy   May 30th, 2008 11:39 am ET

Two of a kind. Have you read Obama's book? Obama's words when the Political winds change I will side with the Muslims.

Lawrence   May 30th, 2008 11:39 am ET

If Hillary was the best for this country, why is it that she is losing in votes. What , did people forgot to vote. What kind of American system do we want when we try to turn a loser to a winner based on some kind of prejudice notion. That notion is unAmerican and stupid.

robert   May 30th, 2008 11:39 am ET

guess CNN has no real news—-who cares what he does. Maybe now he'll come out too !

usa   May 30th, 2008 11:39 am ET

=============good for him,

============vote smart, vote obama================

OH   May 30th, 2008 11:38 am ET

…and until the philosophy that holds one race superior and another inferior "there will be war"

Until the color of a man's skin is of no more importance than the color of his eyes "there will be war"

In the East, West, war, rumors of war!

The words of Bob Marley from the song "War"

Folks, America is divided by race, gender, income, faith and social issues.

Until Americans work together as one nation; divisions will constantly cause us pain.

There are some who prefer to waste everyday of their lives living in hate while at the same time worry about income and their low standards.

There are some who prefer to curse each other instead of picking up a book or read to their children.

Why it is that today at Google, approximately 80% of the employees are foreign nationals?

Why is it that Americans refuse to obtain the highest education possible? Why is it that 50% of the employees at Google are Asians?

Why it is that MIT, Harvard and other colleges are NOT full of Americans but foreigners.

AND, why is it that so many Americans blame Mexicans for job loss whereas Americans can and should afford to pay the menial wages the Mexicans gets?

Why blame others for problems caused by you?

A half black man who is highly educated and YES; much more educated that our current President is being treated like dirty by the low minded, hateful, uneducated morons who refused a higher education?

Why? Why? Hell WHY?

Keep hating each other and you'll find it impossible to love yourselves while you remain bitter toward each other.

mark   May 30th, 2008 11:38 am ET

Great !!!

Obama '08

Conservative Buyer- CA   May 30th, 2008 11:37 am ET

It's like getting an endorsement from Rupert Murdoch who's another Republican.

You get an endorsement from a Republican and the right wing goes into an endless cycle of spin. Even if it's a good endorsement, these Jacksonian Republicans just spin that endorsement negatively.

Everyone forgets John McCain has the endorsement of President GWBush. I can't wait for McCain to renounce and denounce GWBush.

chip   May 30th, 2008 11:37 am ET

How funny to have some of you speak of loyalty, when you really mean blind support. I had been a republican since I was old enough to vote, until the party nominated W. I now consider myself an Independent. The party can't put up a brain damaged alcoholic like W and expect me to support him. I thought he was slimy when he first ran and that opinion has not changed. The republican party it's self has somehow become the self righteous party. Not to mention they turned the biggest budget surplus into the biggest budget deficit.

Like many of us, Scott had his eyes opened and you sure can't fault the man for that experience and his response to it.

Smart TEXAN   May 30th, 2008 11:37 am ET

HILLARY THE ELECTABLE CANDIDATE YOU ARE SUCH A FLAKE. IF OBAMA GETS THE NOMINATION YOU WILL GO FOR MCCAIN. DOES THAT MAKE SENSE? OBAMA AND HILLARY HAVE THE SAME POLICIES AND VIEWS. MCCAIN IS ANOTHER 4 YEARS OF BUSH. FLAKE FLAKE FLAKE HILLARY THE ELECTABLE CANDIDATE.

Bill   May 30th, 2008 11:37 am ET

With friends like McClellan, you don't need enemies. He'll fit right in with the Obamies.

A democrat   May 30th, 2008 11:37 am ET

Year right.. Vote Obama, take your book money and go home McClellna. Obama supporters have an education, you know; we see clearly where you're coming from.

Leonard Bogard   May 30th, 2008 11:37 am ET

Run Obama, run. Stay as far away from McCellan as you can. His kind of support you don't need. He may have a change of heart one day and find a way to get into the media spotlight at your expense. If he disagreed, then he should have had the integrity to quit and voice his doubts immediately.

FREDDIE JACKSON LAPLACE, LA   May 30th, 2008 11:37 am ET

welcome aboard……..

enomisa   May 30th, 2008 11:37 am ET

Obama thinks that he can simply waltz into the white house without any qualifications whatsoever, just because America is sick and tired of 8 years of Bush.

Many democrats don't agree, so now he is playing the race card to secure what he feels he's entitled to.

Chip   May 30th, 2008 11:37 am ET

It does matter who he is going to vote for because it gives him reason to lie in his book to help the candidate he wants to win.

K   May 30th, 2008 11:37 am ET

And next we'll see him on Dancing with the Stars. Who cares.

independent   May 30th, 2008 11:36 am ET

Some of these devout Republicans sound more like they belong to a "cult" or "click" than just Americans———- Guess we have the " liberals" on one end and the "neo-cons" on the other

Jane   May 30th, 2008 11:36 am ET

OBAMA ALL THE WAY BABY!

Over the Hill(ary)   May 30th, 2008 11:36 am ET

pat May 30th, 2008 10:57 am ET

TO RESOLVE THE FL. AN MICH. PROBLEM IT SIMPLE OBAMAS NAME WAS NOT ON BALLOT THEREFORE YOU CAN NOT GIVE WHAT YOU DID NOT RECEIVE. HIS NAME IS NOT UNCOMMITED. FL. WAS A STATE YOU WERE NOT TO CAMPAIN IN OBAMA RAN ADS IN FL. THEREFORE HE VIOLATED DNC DNC DNC RULES AN SHOULD BE DISQUILFIED. HILLARY SHOULD GET ALL VOTES AN ALL DELIGATES THERE THATS THE LAW. WRITTEN BY THE DNC.
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Another nutjob radical Hillary fundamentalist. Nevermind all of your glaring grammatical errors, let me just point out a fact. Hillary agreed to the same rules as Obama did, except she held a fundraiser in FL after the DNC made their ruling, and against the DNC, left her name on the ballot in MI. It's not Obama's fault that some FL stations continued to run his ad. So based on your irrational logic, Hillary should be the one that is disqualified for breaking the rules, if not then, then now, since she initially agreed to the rules. Only now that she's getting her fat rump served to her does she want to change the rules in her favor. She, and now her supporters, are showing themselves to be the utterly reprehensible, slimy, self-serving, narrow-minded individuals that they are. You people are the worst sore-losers EVER!!! And go ahead and vote for McAncient, we don't want you, and we don't need you. For every one of you whiney babies that goes to McCain, two or more Republicans will vote for Obama. Game, set, match.

Beam Scotty Up   May 30th, 2008 11:36 am ET

Good grief! Scotty is falling into the trance.

Soon he will be chanting "hope, hope, change, change."

Just because you disagree with the war, doesn't mean you have to vote for Obama. There has to be a realistic PLAN. Obama is all words and no clue of how to execute a plan. A real plan.

Wakey Wakey.

TJ   May 30th, 2008 11:36 am ET

What I find funny about you Obama supporters is that you constantly attack Hillary supporters and call them delusional. I hope you realize that he will need Hillary supporters votes to win the general election. You are not making a good case for him with your condescending attitudes and obnoxious comments. He will have to have their votes in order to win. That is a fact. As a Democrat, I supported Hillary and will until she bows out. I would like to think I can support Obama over McCain, but every day, his supporters are the ones who are changing my mind! You are hurting your own candidate.

james   May 30th, 2008 11:35 am ET

The man is insider from the democrat party, most likely. He NEVER was a republican. He is a turncoat against the UNBORN and a proponent of aggressive socialism. No man or woman with any sense of values would elect Obama or Clinton.

JN in NYC   May 30th, 2008 11:35 am ET

This just proves it. It is Everyone for Obama '08. Senator Obama can't help it that everyone seems to know that he has the brighest vision for this country and understands that it will take bipartisan support to change this country. Anyone who is ready to dig and work for a better America is welcome on Team Obama, we aren't here to judge we are here to bring the change we seek.

tigerakabj   May 30th, 2008 11:35 am ET

McClellan knows what's good.

Condoleeza, you too should get out while you still can. Colin Powell did. And he even almost supported Obama. When Bush and Cheney are in the Nuremberg Trials Round 2, I don't want to see you there. Fess up and come on over to the Obama camp. You know that he is going to get justice for America (and the world) when he become president.

TKCROW   May 30th, 2008 11:34 am ET

What a chump – the moment they announced the book I told my wife he would come out in support of Obama. It doesn't surprise me he supports Obama – same morals, same flip flopping, same distancing from previous mentors, same looking for fame, same allegiance, Scott and Obama – best friends forever – ha ha

Nazee   May 30th, 2008 11:34 am ET

seems Obama has a lot of backstabbers on his train to change, wonder who they wil be stabbing in the back in 4 yrs!!

Philip   May 30th, 2008 11:34 am ET

Anyone that pisses off Ann Coulter is OK in my book. I just wish he would have spoken up sooner, maybe so many people would be alive today. I'm glad that he at least has now seen the light.

Al in Tx   May 30th, 2008 11:34 am ET

Similar message as Gov. Bush in 2000. Can anyone say OBushma!

Jose'   May 30th, 2008 11:34 am ET

A traitor who hates America supporting a traitor who hates America.

Shocking.

carolflowery   May 30th, 2008 11:33 am ET

i think he's a just a pissed off person trying to make some money
periold

Mighty   May 30th, 2008 11:33 am ET

Now it's republicans moving to Obama. Soon it will be the whole world! can't wait for the big win for B'rock. For the first time in the history of mankind, the world will be together and at peace!!!

Marj,Paso Robles, Cal   May 30th, 2008 11:33 am ET

The leader of Hamas supports obama as well.

james miller   May 30th, 2008 11:33 am ET

McCain may be bipartisan once in awhile, however, it`s the Republican actions and direction over the last 7 years that I want to distance myself from. Obama is about as far away from that crowd as I can get. ——— Guess I`ll support Obama.

Lenore Z.   May 30th, 2008 11:32 am ET

The usual ugly comments from Bush-ites and Clinton supporters.

J Ullman   May 30th, 2008 11:31 am ET

"…offered that he is "intrigued by Sen. Obama's message." "It's a message that is very similar to the one that Gov. Bush ran on in 2000," McClellan told CBS News.

That statement right there should scare the hell out of every democrat on the face of the planet, yet you see in the comments here that people seem to think that McClellan's words are somehow a good thing for Obama.

One of Bush's own former insiders sees enough similarity between Bush and Obama that he would be willing to vote for Obama. How is that a good thing people? McClellan isn't saying Bush is so bad he wants something different, he's saying that he sees something in Obama that is enough like Bush that he's willing to vote for him. Obama needs to figure out very quickly what McClellan sees as "similar" and get as far away from it as he can.

Getting the support of former Bush cronies because they want something different would be good. Getting that support because they see something similar is BAD.

Ralph   May 30th, 2008 11:31 am ET

Just proof that McClellan goes with losers!!

Helene   May 30th, 2008 11:30 am ET

Welcome aboard Mr. McClellan. You are making the wise choice.

Susan   May 30th, 2008 11:30 am ET

You should not endorse anyone.

Brian from Fort Mill, S.C.   May 30th, 2008 11:30 am ET

That says it all – Obama/McClellan 08!! :)

Anee   May 30th, 2008 11:29 am ET

Another LOSER/TRAITOR supporting Obama, what a surprise, you can join Richardson, Kerry, Carter, McGovern, Kennedy, Dean all losers and traitors to the democratic party.

Mark   May 30th, 2008 11:29 am ET

Who cares?

Cheryl   May 30th, 2008 11:28 am ET

We are inclusive, welcome aboard Scott, by the way I read that Obama picked up two more delegates from Texas today…We are on the move, all aboard the Obama Train…..

Kevin   May 30th, 2008 11:28 am ET

Go figure that this flip flopper would support the leading flip flopper Obama…hope Obama's camp lets him write a book about how he has played dirty in his political life!

John Philadelphia,PA   May 30th, 2008 11:28 am ET

Are all Hillary supports poor, uneducated, white people? This is what makes her more electable? I guess I don't fit the mold so it O all the way. She had my vote but everyday she stays in this race , opens here mouth its about Hillary not DNC. She does not care about anyone but herself. I am done with the Clintons. I hope she runs as an independent it only makes sense.

Bob, Lyons Oregon,   May 30th, 2008 11:27 am ET

4 SD's for Obama yesterday, 2 Texas SD's for Obama so far today, 41 to go.

WOMAN 4 OBAMA   May 30th, 2008 11:27 am ET

Thank, goodness! You are finally coming to your senses, but dont think you are getting off that easy. You Help the Bush Administration lie to the country for his own fulfillment, and now you want to make it better. I DONT THINK SO. GO ENDORSE BILLARY You will fit right in.

Adam E   May 30th, 2008 11:27 am ET

an UNLIKELY supporter? I had this guy pegged for an Obama supporter since the first report came out! I mean the guy works for Bush and waits several years to speak out against him and the Iraq war! Then he decides to come out with this "bombshell" during a crucial point in the election process…where Hillary is just about done and Obama is fighting to garner the support of the disenfranchesized dems as McCain continues to gain momentum nationally among independents and (slowly) conservatives. Unlikely, my eye.

Bibek   May 30th, 2008 11:27 am ET

You have made the right choice Scott. Welcome to the hope land.. far away from the fear land.

Smart TEXAN   May 30th, 2008 11:27 am ET

WOW THIS GUY IS GOING FOR OBAMA. SUPER DELEGATES PAY ATTENTION HE CAN WIN OVER FORMER REPUBLICANS THAT WORKED IN THE BUSH ADMINISTRATION, TWO OF THEM. ITS A MOVEMENT OBAMA 08

Jim   May 30th, 2008 11:26 am ET

If Obama loses we can use someone like him in Canada, come on down to the land of taxes Barack, keep Hillary over there please

After further review,Texas   May 30th, 2008 11:26 am ET

Danger, Tim Robinson,danger,when guys like Murdoch like someone,things start smelling funny.Scott thinks the only neocons are in one party,but I think hes wrong.

ray from FL   May 30th, 2008 11:26 am ET

This is a discombobulated young man, he wrote this book without, in many instances, first hand direct knowledge of many of the conversations and meetings. Its just a bunch of heresay with some very serious accusations that he has no direct knowledge of.

Its obvious he is hurt and mad at his dismissal from his job as press secretary, however he was afforded the opportunity to resign.
I sincerely hope he is not summoned to appear before the congress as Rep Wexler from FL has suggested as he could end up with major problems and expense that he never, in his wildest dreams, could have anticipated. OH THE THINGS SOME WILL DO FOR MONEY.

FactCheck   May 30th, 2008 11:26 am ET

> I am one registered democrat that will happily cross over if Clinton
> does not win.

and I will be one happy Democrat who will be glad not to have to pay for your Social Security or healthcare bills.

Jake   May 30th, 2008 11:26 am ET

This just goes to show that everyone is tired of being duped by the
so called leaders of this country and want to return it to its potential.
Not this year. Not this time.

YES WE CAN.

YEAH BABY!   May 30th, 2008 11:26 am ET

BLOND BLUE EYES 5′9 AVAILABLE!! I WANT VICTORIA BECKHAMS MAN.

Butch   May 30th, 2008 11:26 am ET

One man….one vote and he won't influence anyone

Steve   May 30th, 2008 11:26 am ET

Scott long for TRUTH in government, and under GWB that was never to be. It's amazing how many refuse to see the TRUTH. He was loyal before to the lies and propaganda CHANEY and BUSH. But now he cannot swallow it anymore and only those that still subscribe to the lies still cannot see it. The same BLIND people who voted for the worst president ever in the history of mankind and now is looking to replace him with his twin. McSane..

Loyalty to the right cause   May 30th, 2008 11:26 am ET

Loyalty is an important concept and should be honored.

When loyality breeds obstruction and injustice, change of recipients of loyality should take place. Bush or the country? The latter, of course.

Scott is courageous.
He reflected, suffered, and made a decision to let people know that he is loyal to the U.S.

Let us hope that more people in this shabby administration find the courage to step forward and stop the lies.

mrtulip   May 30th, 2008 11:25 am ET

I have always said that 9/11, Irak combined with Afganistan is a conspirancy ofset up by the most powerfull people in the world where the Bush Sr, Cheny and the Bin Ladens are part of.

The painful truth which the majority of us still doesn't believe.

But here again the pieces of the puzzle are coming together and way,way more to come.

Scary but the truth will come out!

Joe, Boston   May 30th, 2008 11:25 am ET

Really, who cares who this guy might vote for? He's a loser who should've resigned from his position when he knew faulty things were going down. What an American!

Ted van Tol   May 30th, 2008 11:25 am ET

If you join the Bushteam for so many years than it's not a
suprise that he had enoug of it and is welcomming a President
who realy want to change things.
So, it sounds very logic to me.

Barack Hussein Obama for President of the USA.

Farrell, Houston, Tx   May 30th, 2008 11:25 am ET

It makes me no difference who McClellan supports but I am sure happy that he too has exposed the Bush administration. Bush, Cheney, Condi, Rove, Rumsfeld and all their counselors(attorneys) should be put on trial. Thank God Colin Powell got out before he got any deeper and I'm sure Colin knows the truth also.

2012   May 30th, 2008 11:25 am ET

"It's a message that is very similar to the one that Gov. Bush ran on in 2000," McClellan told CBS News."

Very interesting comment, there, Scott……..LMAO!

Just say NO to communism…..'08

fred2..since another stole my name   May 30th, 2008 11:25 am ET

finally someone tells of the complete incompetence of the bush administration and gets ostricized.

DER DER, any american with half a brain can tell you that bush and his administration are a bunch of failures and discraces .

Three cheers for mclellan for telling it like it is!!

holy   May 30th, 2008 11:24 am ET

Mr. President Obama !

J   May 30th, 2008 11:24 am ET

McClellan said Obama message is simular to the one Gov. Bush gave in 2000. Well, that's not a good sign.

true demorcrat in monterey ca via memphis tn   May 30th, 2008 11:24 am ET

we should welcome his support i mean if he helped get bush into office for two terms he knows how to help. with that being said for the people who says he is not loyal and is taking advantage of his 15 min of fame some of that might be true but he was with bush for ten years threw thick and thin and he stayed loyal until his morality kicked in .

aaron from minneapolis   May 30th, 2008 11:24 am ET

Yeah! All the educated democrats and the republicans are voting for Barack Obama!! Why is it the blue collar uneducated are for Clinton? Could it be they are more likely to believe lies???

ding dong the witch is dead!!!

Godwin   May 30th, 2008 11:24 am ET

Welcome aboard Scott! This is a campaign of national unity!

Carl   May 30th, 2008 11:24 am ET

I want to get one thing clear.

Anyone that calls themselves a Republican and supports Obama is not a Republican.. you were most likely a neo-con that didn't realize President Bush and the White House distorted your views with lies.

A Republican is Ron Paul… a fiscal conservative who is against war and for states rights. He is also the only Republican for gay marriage and will defend it until his death. I find it appaling that so many people on the forum decide to throw in Bush as a Republican.

He most clearly is not. From my view, it's my opinion that the days of the two party system is numbered, for I think there will be major splits in the democratic and republican parties if our government keeps failing us.

White person in Virginia   May 30th, 2008 11:24 am ET

Even Republicans know a good thing when they see it! ……………………….Go Obama 08

Andy J, NY   May 30th, 2008 11:23 am ET

Does this guy really have any credibility now? I mean, seriously. Where was he 5 years ago? Heck, where was he 3 years ago? To come out with these "revelations" in a book now, when the president has about 7 months left in office is really suspect, in my opinion.

If he knew these things before, he should have been man enough to say something then. I find it rather disgusting that he only says something now, when he can put some coin in his pocket off of the his tell-all book.

Shameful. If you were a real man, Scott, you would have stood up when it really mattered. It matters absolutely zero now. Zero.

TJ Williams   May 30th, 2008 11:23 am ET

Now I need my BIG fork. Here Hillary, little Hillary, Hillary…come on out …:-)

Spectacles   May 30th, 2008 11:23 am ET

Stuart,
You are one who is slimy.

YEAH BABY!   May 30th, 2008 11:23 am ET

BARACK OBAMA, CAUSE HE'S NO DRAMA!! I GOT A CRUSH ON OBAMA..

John IND   May 30th, 2008 11:23 am ET

Its O time. Can't wait till Hil is on the bench. O can get republicans to come over , and not every white rural American is going to vote for McShame. We want change.

Can some get Hiliary her own country so she can make up rules and say anything to get elected. Is she drinking in every photo now, a drunk for a president what a way to connect Hil. I guess losing promtes you to drink she could be the new bud girl.

"when things aren't going your way drink and lie that helps – HRC

CJAM457   May 30th, 2008 11:23 am ET

Good post Louis.

I don't know HOW this race will play out because of Hillary's many midguided attempts as snowballing poor uneducated whites. She's played the race card which makes me NOT support her. I look at Mccellan and I see one thing. When someone blows the whistle on you, they're always discribed as disgruntled or horrible bitter angry ex employees. It's amazing that some will follow that road instead of taking a seriously look at the truth.

That shows how bad America can truly be!

Hillary supporter   May 30th, 2008 11:22 am ET

He sure does attract undesirables!

Love My USA   May 30th, 2008 11:22 am ET

Here we go again! My question to this so call loyal ,dedicated, pitiful man, what was he promised by the Bush Admin. that he didn't get??>?? MMMMMMMMMMM Follow the money trail.

Tommy   May 30th, 2008 11:22 am ET

Wow. Reading the posts from Hillary supporters I would say that Hillary has been honest about one thing – uneducated white people really do support her over Obama! These same supporters appear to me to only be against Obama because of the color of his skin. Sad!

YEAH BABY!   May 30th, 2008 11:22 am ET

HE'S OBAMA WHIPPED, JUST LIKE ME AND MILLIONS OF OTHERS, i love BARACK OBAMA!!

Sharon Minnesota   May 30th, 2008 11:22 am ET

There is still six months to go before the General Election takes place. If you have already made your decision for Barack Obama, may I suggest that you take a step back and keep your options open. The Chicago Senator has a huge iceberg floating around out there of which we have only seen the tip. To date, his true story has not been fully revealed by the major news networks regarding the shenanigans that took place to further his political career in Chicago. My feeling is that the democrats are going to commit suicide and/or implode from their own zeal to get back into the white house. Popularity contests are generally not very substantial when electing the leader of the USA.

sherrie50   May 30th, 2008 11:22 am ET

That not surprising especially after hearing about Obama race in Chicago in 1996. It is evident that Obama will do anything to win, even destroy candidates for his own end. I had a gut feeling that something was not right from the beginning. More of his character flaws will be revealed during the General Election. By the way, I am an independent thinking Black Female.

chad   May 30th, 2008 11:22 am ET

Great news
obama 08

Chris   May 30th, 2008 11:21 am ET

McClellen is not disloyal, he's a greedy opportunist looking for cash! This urgency to speak out due to principles and belief conviently creeped up once a publisher dangled a 2 million dollar book deal in front of him. Where was the principles and core belief towards truth in the years he defended the administration and its policies? Why not speak out when it counts? Why not speak out when he left? Why is it that speaking out is contingent on 'Cash in pocket"? This guy's got as much credibility as me when I tried to sell golden gate bridge to my next door neighbor!

Dan   May 30th, 2008 11:21 am ET

"Hillary 08, the electable candidate May 30th, 2008 10:40 am ET

This guy is a coward. He states he didn't agree with what was going on, but he never spoke up and he never resigned.

Sounds like another Obama supporter just wanting a payoff.

Hillary 08″

Go ahead and apply that same criticism to your hero Hillary for not having the courage to vote against the Iraq War Resolution.

Another Obama supporter wanting a payoff? That doesn't even make any sense. You're a complete idiot.

Vern   May 30th, 2008 11:20 am ET

Don't dismiss what you don't know. We have a serious Recission in this country and We the People would do well to listen rather jump to conclusions. Take the good and the bad and judge for yourselves, not base conclusions on politicial and media pundits.

Educated Voter for HRC   May 30th, 2008 11:20 am ET

Um…excuse me, but anyone who thinks Scott McClellan has any principles is naive. He was the president's spokesperson. He represented the government of the most powerful nation on Earth. There's a certain level of trust there – if he had issues with what was going on, he should have resigned with dignity.

Instead he was forced out and this is his payback. He himself admits he lied before; why believe him now? Regardless, as a president's spokesperson, this is not professional or ethical.

I am in a similar role in the private sector – this is NOT what you do. Make money by writing a tell-all after you lived high on the hog and lied when it was convenient? Um, no … a principled person would have either resigned in protest or at least kept their silence out of respect for the office, regardless of who was in it.

He's not a whistleblower – there's nothing new in his book. He's rehashing a lot of old information all for the purpose of getting even and making money. He's no better than those he professes to dislike. A scum, a dog, a lying sack of you-know-what.

How interesting that he's for Obama. I can't imagine Barack would welcome this person, unless he's only looking for propaganda.

Ed From Milwaukee WI- Swing State   May 30th, 2008 11:20 am ET

He has seen the light he is stepping out of the darkness, welcome to the winnning team!

Obama 08

Prince Kaywood New Orleans   May 30th, 2008 11:20 am ET

McCELLAN had to carefully write this book. This is why it took him so long to step forward. I am also an author, and a lot goes into producing a book. I wish more people close to Washinton would be as honest and fair as him.

Rosa Birmingham, AL   May 30th, 2008 11:20 am ET

Intrigued is not the same as support. In the end the guy is a Repub and he will vote for McSame.

Alice Jones   May 30th, 2008 11:20 am ET

HIllary is a republican power hungry woman. Scott, thanks for the tell all book, but where were you when we really needed you? It's like people who complain at my job to the office cleaners instead of telling off their boss.

I mean couldn't any of us of written this book? We knew/know this whole administration is full of liars and cheats. Just like the last one. Why do we put people office and act surprised when they screw things up?

Rob   May 30th, 2008 11:19 am ET

Will McClellan hint that Georg $oros held the purse strings for the publisher of his book? Funny how that gets conveniently overlooked.

Darth Vadik, CA   May 30th, 2008 11:19 am ET

Oh Lord, not simple Scotty.
I think the world has just turned upside down.

Sharon in Mi..   May 30th, 2008 11:19 am ET

Really? Guess he was ticked off.

Rick in Florida   May 30th, 2008 11:19 am ET

YOU MUST BE CONFUSING ME WITH SOMEONE WHO GIVES A S….

TruthSeeker   May 30th, 2008 11:18 am ET

Republicans are deserting in droves… That's good news.

Tony - Indiana Moderate   May 30th, 2008 11:18 am ET

This dude really wants to sell a lot of books. I'm sure this will work perfectly to get a lot of Obama supporters out their in the book stores. This is coming from an Obama supporter.

Dustin   May 30th, 2008 11:18 am ET

Read between the lines people!

He's pretending!

He just said that Obama is running a campaign like Bush…Bush FAILED on every promise he made…that was a veiled jab at Obama. Very smart politics.

Kenneth M   May 30th, 2008 11:18 am ET

ANY TIME THERE IS A DISHONORABLE PRESIDENT SOMEONE STEPS OUT AND TELLS THE TRUTH. JUST LIKE GEORGE STEPHONOPAGUS DID TO BILL CLINTON.

Rafael San Juan PR   May 30th, 2008 11:17 am ET

Perfect Scott you are heading right were you belong the Obama camp. Hey someone should do an investigation to see if Scott was responsible for leaking all those National Security info to the NY Times. Justice Department look into this.

Scott you sell out cheap… so did your mom.

GoHillary   May 30th, 2008 11:17 am ET

Another follower of dubious character for the OBAMA camp!! Nobody could say its a surprise. Any more thugs and gangsters out there?

La Raza   May 30th, 2008 11:17 am ET

Great News!! I see him as Obama's Press Secretary.

An American (Post this please CNN!)   May 30th, 2008 11:17 am ET

Actually, what Scott is really trying to do is hurt Obama. Don't get me wrong! I know that some Republicans are crossing over. But listen to what he said. "It's a message that is very similar to the one that Gov. Bush ran on in 2000." He is sneakily trying to compare Barack Obama to George W. Bush while pretending that he is against the Bush administration. This whole thing was planned by Bush, McCain, and McClellan. I told someone right after I heard this that "I bet $100 McClellan will now say he is backing Obama."

Please, people. Think! Read between the lines! Stop taking everything for face value! These people are WAY WAY WAY smarter than the average American who is posting on this blog. I'm sure those with very high IQ scores will agree with me.

CLINTON SUPPORTER   May 30th, 2008 11:16 am ET

What does McClellan like most about him?
The fact that:
He sat for two decades in Rev. Wright's church, with his young daughters, but never heard him say anything offensive.
His wife has never in her life been proud of her country, until recently.
He refuses to pledge flag or wear flag pin (until recently, he won't take if off now).
His close friends include Rev. Wright, Ayers, Rezko.

I am a 53-year old life-long Democrat who will be voting Republican for the first time if Obama is the nominee.

Jaci   May 30th, 2008 11:16 am ET

He's done much more to help the Democratic win the Presidency than Hillary Clinton! He should be for Obama! He just handed him the Oval Office!

Jim   May 30th, 2008 11:16 am ET

This will definitely push more people towards McCain…Thanks Scott!!

Emma, San Jose, CA   May 30th, 2008 11:16 am ET

If we are unable to speak out about a US Administration that causes
extreme distress to the American people, we have an element of totalitarianism in our American government.

Leena   May 30th, 2008 11:15 am ET

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Exactly.

Elisabeth   May 30th, 2008 11:15 am ET

No one has tried to imagine a scenario in which USA had not been invading Irak. What had happened if Saddam Hussein had still been ruling the country? It might have been far worse than it is today

Michael, Farmington, NH   May 30th, 2008 11:15 am ET

I'm happy to hear about anyone supporting Obama. And I'm equally happy when people wake up and smell the coffee about not only Bush but neo-conservatism in general.

wonder   May 30th, 2008 11:15 am ET

McClellan, a former White House official who has angered several Republicans this week for his scathing critique of the Bush Administration, said he hasn't made an official decision on which candidate he will back, but offered that he is "intrigued by Sen. Obama's message."

"It's a message that is very similar to the one that Gov. Bush ran on in 2000," McClellan told CBS News.

AND LOOK WHERE THAT GOT US!!!!!!!!!!!! HE SAID IT, OBAMA SOUNDS LIKE BUSH DID IN 2000, SCARES YA DOESN'T IT. It may be that Obama is more like Bush than McCain is if Obama got into office. It's kind of what I've said all along, it's a repeat but the younger voters weren't around then to know how close their CHANGE words are the same. Yep, Bush did changes, that's for sure. Why he hasn't been impeached has got to be because our Dem. Congress doesn't have the guts to do what they know needs to be done.

Charlotte   May 30th, 2008 11:14 am ET

You know what is really funny? The republicans don't like McCain because he is more central in his thinking. The Regan Democrats will decide who the President will be, and it won't be Obama.

Tired of the false scare tactics   May 30th, 2008 11:14 am ET

CNN PLEASE POST MY COMMENTS FOR ONCE, THANKS.

Joyce in Florida says: "We still don't know all about Senator Obama and his secrets. WAKE UP AGAIN PEOPLE BEFORE IT IS TOO LATE"

Joyce, I am pretty sure the Clinton and McCain camps have been digging to find something, anything on Obama. You know the negative opp research that the nasty campaigns do to try to bring down their competition? Yeah that research.

So I am sure if Obama had any horrible "secrets" we would know by now. Why don't you and others like you just admit that you are afraid of Obama because his absentee father at one time was a muslim (before he beame an athiest). You people are terrified that this biracial guy is a muslim (and therefore a terrorists in the eyes of the ignorant) OR you are just looking for reasons to not vote for the black guy.

So please stop with the disengenous scare tactics. The campaigns have vetted Obama and they can't find any horrible secrets BECAUSE THERE ARE NONE. WHAT YOU SEE IS WHAT YOU GET.

Educate yourselves people and vote for our futures – OBAMA '08

Amy, FL

Elisabeth   May 30th, 2008 11:14 am ET

No one has triead to imagine a scenario in which USA had not been invading Irak. What had happened if Saddam Hussein had still been ruling the country? It might have been far worse than it is today!

Dave in Houston   May 30th, 2008 11:14 am ET

Ronald Reagan was a Democrat and a union president before he switched over to the Dark Side. What's wrong with someone actually making the move over to the Bright Side?

Peter from Oregon   May 30th, 2008 11:14 am ET

His endorsement is fine, but lets get back to the REAL NEWS of the SUPERDELEGATES endorsements! You haven't updated the latest endorsements from the 29th where Obama picked up 4 more and Clinton 1.

5-29-08 – Added DNC Gail Rasmussen (OR) for Obama
- Added DNC Eileen Macoll (WA) for Clinton
- Added Rep. Alan Mollohan (WV) for Obama
- Added DNC Boyd Richie (TX) for Obama
- Added DNC Betty Richie (TX) for Obama

New Total:
Obama: 1984 with 44 more to go
Clinton: 1781 with 244 more to go

This is what we care about! This is what we want to read! Please give us an accurate Superdelegate count!

Linda Esen   May 30th, 2008 11:13 am ET

I am NOT a Bush supporter BUT Scott McClellan’s is a Snake, Snake Snake…sure he was disillusioned by what what going on around him…whatever

Kevin   May 30th, 2008 11:13 am ET

welcome on board Sir. Stop hiding. Come out now.

AJ, IL   May 30th, 2008 11:13 am ET

Come on Scott. It's okay. You are not the only Republican thinking about supporting Obama in the general election. There are many more Republicans who are really thinking about supporting Obama in the general election.

From Chuck Hager to Collin Powell to Ron Paul, many Republican leaders have spoken very favorably of Obama.

Obama in 08!

ree not for Obama   May 30th, 2008 11:13 am ET

John McCain is better off without him. Who wants someone who is a turncoat.

Just goes to show you the type of people who are supporting Obama.

Just remember all you people who are now against Bush. You voted for him for a second term. Could have had someone better. At least I can say I didn't vote for him. Ask your parents who they voted for four years ago. Remember he won re-election by over 51%. Alot of Dems. voted for him.

O, well such short memories.

fred3 (seriously quit stealing my name)   May 30th, 2008 11:13 am ET

HILLARY WILL WIN EVEN IF SHE HAS TO TAKE THIS TO THE CONVENTION OR RUN AS AN INDEPENDENT!! SHE WON WV BY 50%, KY BY 30% AND MICHIGAN BY 100%!!!! UNCOMMITTED VOTES ARE JUST THAT, UNCOMMITTED SO THEY DONT COUNT FOR ANYONE!!!

Tired of the false scare tactics   May 30th, 2008 11:13 am ET

Joyce in Florida says: "We still don't know all about Senator Obama and his secrets. WAKE UP AGAIN PEOPLE BEFORE IT IS TOO LATE"

Joyce, I am pretty sure the Clinton and McCain camps have been digging to find something, anything on Obama. You know the negative opp research that the nasty campaigns do to try to bring down their competition? Yeah that research.

So I am sure if Obama had any horrible "secrets" we would know by now. Why don't you and others like you just admit that you are afraid of Obama because his absentee father at one time was a muslim (before he beame an athiest). You people are terrified that this biracial guy is a muslim (and therefore a terrorists in the eyes of the ignorant) OR you are just looking for reasons to not vote for the black guy.

So please stop with the disengenous scare tactics. The campaigns have vetted Obama and they can't find any horrible secrets BECAUSE THERE ARE NONE. WHAT YOU SEE IS WHAT YOU GET.

Educate yourselves people and vote for our futures – OBAMA '08

Amy, FL

Debby   May 30th, 2008 11:12 am ET

Good let him support Obama then there will be a smear book about him next year. Boy Obama sure draws them doesn't he, the looney Catholic priest, Rev. Wright, Ayers, Rezko, Hamas, McClellan etc. etc.

ChicoSez   May 30th, 2008 11:12 am ET

Another washington insider for Obama. Lets change politics with Pelosi, Dean, Kennedy, Dodd, Daschele etc leading the way. Those are the new faces we need in washington. And if you think Clinton and Mccain have blood on their hands for voting for the Iraq war, so do most of the dem congress thats supporting Obama. Should they be thrown out too? Another lifelong dem thats leaving the new far left party.

liz   May 30th, 2008 11:12 am ET

Come aboard love…big party at Obamanation:))

Ratgurl   May 30th, 2008 11:12 am ET

Sounds like he's looking for a job!!

Tom Swift, Shopton   May 30th, 2008 11:11 am ET

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Who really cares who Scott "Judas" McClellan supports anyway?

And why would Obama want his so-called "endorsement" ?


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Proud American   May 30th, 2008 11:11 am ET

Obamas message is resonating. Its not about the individuals its about the whole. We'll all come together.
God Bless America

Justin   May 30th, 2008 11:11 am ET

Aw-right! Obama's message is similar to Gov. Bush's message in 2000! Great choice Dems!!!

George Woodruff   May 30th, 2008 11:11 am ET

The biblical admonition "What profit a man to gain the whole world and lose his soul?" might be something for McClellan to ponder over as he moves forward selling out his former friends and cohorts. Money can be important if earned honestly but it has little value compared to integrity. Only a fool puts profit above his immortal soul. To work for people..take their money…pretend to be their friend…spout their party line…and then sell them out to the opposition for cash doesn't speak well of a man's character. I realize it makes the partisans on the other side happy and they clap their hand in glee but actions like McClellan's always come back to bite you. Do you really think his "new friends" would actually trust him as far as they could throw him? Use him yes! Throw him under the bus when his value to them disappears. Probably and quickly! And maybe it will be what he deserves!

Ken   May 30th, 2008 11:11 am ET

The Truth

You are correct. Sen. Clinton's main weakness is her high negatives. For some reason, she tends to be a hate magnet for Republicans.

For all her bluster about winning swing states, Republicans have such distain for Sen. Clinton that I fear it will motivated their turnout.

Obama on the otherhand is a comfortable choice for Republicans who want register a protest against their party, but wouldn't vote for a Clinton to do it.

Anonymous   May 30th, 2008 11:10 am ET

he's a moron for putting country over Bush? and you're a democrat…. i think not!! this proves Republican operatives flood these blogs , posing as Hillary supporters , to cross dissention within the party

TyWebb   May 30th, 2008 11:10 am ET

Great Scott!

Ostriches burying our heads in the sand   May 30th, 2008 11:09 am ET

Well…Being a BO supporter I guess this is good…But Barack, please be wary of this guy….I don't quite trust him…I don't doubt a lot of what he is saying coz in my book nothing can be worse than the Bush administration, but his timing makes me a little suspicious and I can't help feeling that this guy might just be a fair weather friend aka opportunist….

FLORIDA Voter for Barack Obama   May 30th, 2008 11:09 am ET

Is he a super-delegate? l.o.l.

I say we count this one!

Al, NY NY   May 30th, 2008 11:09 am ET

Mary says "McClellan needs to to his homework and educate himself about Senator Obama, the Socialist/Marxist. He is bad for America." If he stays with McCain he is remaining in the American Taliban since the GOP thinks it own's the right to project it's religious beliefs on the population

American girl   May 30th, 2008 11:09 am ET

Why has CNN stopped reporting on the Superdelegates that endorse Obama everyday? CNN updates the delegate count hours later after FOX, Yahoo, MSNBC have already done so. I love CNN but I hate that I have to go to other news websites to get current news or should I say important updates!!

white middle aged woman FOR OBAMA   May 30th, 2008 11:09 am ET

So he wrote a book telling us all something we already knew. What should it matter if he supports Sen. Obama ?. In the article he said Sen. Obama's message is similar to Gov. Bushes message in 2000. I don't think so, don't put Bush and Obama in the same category. Bush is the warmonger not Obama.

Paul in Seattle   May 30th, 2008 11:08 am ET

Funny how the critics jump on someone for being honest! That's what is wrong with this country as we only focus on the negative, the scandals, the dirt, the weak, the poor, the pain of others, etc. That's why we need change and many people are afraid of that. Obama is trying to work for us but he will always have those who want to trash him. How sad. Personally, I believe that much of what McClellan says in his book is probably very true. For Americans to think he made this all up and is a jerk gives credence to thoughts that Americans are stupid and can be lead around by the nose.

Norb   May 30th, 2008 11:08 am ET

Shouldn't surprise anyone that now McClellan is jumping ship. Many of the rat's have already jumped ship from this, absolutely corrupt administration. Does anybody really doubt why this country is in the mess we are in right now? If Ruppert Murdock thinks Obama is going to win in a landslide. When Rush Limbaugh and Ann Coulter of all people can't even support their nominee. It should give you a clue as to what's going to happen come November. I still can't believe how George W got elected not once but twice! If there ever was a president that should have been impeached, he certainly would be the one. God Bless America.

Enlightened Voter   May 30th, 2008 11:08 am ET

Obama is the great uniter! Thank you McClellen for being loyal to Americans and not to the corrupt republicans.

rose, texas   May 30th, 2008 11:08 am ET

he can now go work 4 obama, takes one 2 know 1. his as guilty as bush, all those lifes taken, that's a shame.

independent OBAMA Supporter   May 30th, 2008 11:07 am ET

Here you go!!!. Truth will always come out. God has use you to tell the truth what goes on the whitehouse.
That is why we need a change. Clean the dirty landaury in the whitehouse.
When need a somebody like OBAMA to clean the dirty whitehouse.
We are tired of BUSH/CLINTON
All the CLINTON's supporter don't forget about Bill with Monica L.
I will vote for OBAMA.
OBAMA for PRESIDENT.
God Bless OBAMA for coming out.
Thank you OBAMA

Amit NYC   May 30th, 2008 11:07 am ET

All Aboard! Chooo Chooooo……..

joey   May 30th, 2008 11:07 am ET

WE SHALL SEE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Levrault Yvan, Indio,CA,92201   May 30th, 2008 11:07 am ET

The rats are leaving the sinking ship!! Bush and Rove liars!! You got to be kiding!! Bush and Rove have been lying ,and deceiving the American People for 7years. Barlett came on TV and said the Iraq War intelligence was faulty. The Intelligence was not faulty, they cherry pick the intelligence to fit their agenda to go to war no matter what. The intelligence is not to blame for Bush and Rove fiasco. Let be real these two are the artichects of the worst Foreign policies in 50 years. They are just trying to build themselves a legacy from a pile of lies and failed policies.

Mike in Scranton, PA   May 30th, 2008 11:07 am ET

Sounds like more "old style Chicago politics" at work from the Obama campaign.

I love this quote from McClellan: It's a message that is very similar to the one that Gov. Bush ran on in 2000," McClellan told CBS News.

Yup; exactly. And look where that message of "change" got us.

Hillary '08
McCain '08

Anyone but Empty Suit Obama.

Ex-Democrat in Iowa   May 30th, 2008 11:07 am ET

OBAMA SUPPORTER IN IOWA:

I live in Iowa and have a brother that is in Iraq. He does NOT support Obama – he doesn't feel he's a strong enough leader to be commander in chief.

Speak for yourself.

Anna, SW Missouri   May 30th, 2008 11:07 am ET

I am a Republican, white 58 y/o woman that is loyal to my country before my party. I am an Obamacan and proud of it!!!

SOPHIA, FLORIDA VOTER, 23   May 30th, 2008 11:06 am ET

JOIN THE TEAM…….OBAMA '08

lois   May 30th, 2008 11:06 am ET

He should think about that hard and long. Obama and his friends want white America to give their 401K's back.

Photon Torpedo Dallas, TX   May 30th, 2008 11:06 am ET

I think this is a good idea. Someone from the Bush camp that has a conscience and believes that maybe Obama's message is the "right" message for America.

Thanks Scott!

Yes We Can & Yes We Should
Obama 08′

Ephy   May 30th, 2008 11:05 am ET

Just a signal that John McCain is going to lose in a landslide this Fall.

Shannon   May 30th, 2008 11:05 am ET

This is proof that Obama attracts those of us who feel compelled to tell the truth and do the moral thing.

Army Veteran Against McCain   May 30th, 2008 11:05 am ET

Louis,

If only more people could see it as clearly as you do. Well said.

Nichole - MD   May 30th, 2008 11:05 am ET

For every Hillary supporter who will not support Obama, there is a Republican a.k.a. Obamacan who will.

Swiss in Canada   May 30th, 2008 11:05 am ET

Mary: Do you sometimes think before you speak?
WHY IS OBAMA A MARXIST?????? Can you explain or is this just another stupid, frustrated woman talking????

Kjetil   May 30th, 2008 11:05 am ET

Scott McClellan should be proud too tell the truth about what happend during the white house. If he support Obama its great. Its not wrong too change minds and want a change for the better, even if you have served the GOP before.

That Lieberman supports McCain is more worse, as a former vp candidate in 2000. But it tells that people can change their minds and support people no matter what party. If Collin Powel endorse Obama it would have a impact even bigger than Lieberman supporting McCain i think.

Mat   May 30th, 2008 11:04 am ET

Keep him, the last thing Obama needs is a pissed of republican backing him -

Stick to writing books about how unfair the world is!

Ken   May 30th, 2008 11:04 am ET

Mary

"Socialist/Marxist" – What are you 100 years old?

Do you just toss those silly words out when you disagree with a policy position or are you able to expound on specific instances in Obama's plan that you consider "Socialist/Marxist"?

It's not enough to just parrot 50 year old talking points, Mary. It's a new era and you have to offer something a bit more intelligent that this.

Democrats Unite Against 3rd Bush Term   May 30th, 2008 11:04 am ET

For goodness sake, please stop comparing Obama's message to Bush's! Obama and Bush have absolutely nothing in common.
Bush = McCain

Obama & Democrats 2008

CHilallas   May 30th, 2008 11:04 am ET

well, guest what? We don't need a traitor. Stay with McCain.

Dallas, TX   May 30th, 2008 11:04 am ET

Why is this news?!?!

Who cares…this guy is worthless, if he really had issue with all that he claims to of lied about, then why did he wait to put it in a book?

Rebecca   May 30th, 2008 11:04 am ET

A post that says "our party rocks?" Oh boy. The young people are so disillusioned by Obama.

MB, Maryland   May 30th, 2008 11:03 am ET

McClellen has been bitten by the Obama bug. Most of his supporters know what I'm talking about. It's that defining moment when you hear Obama speak and he is saying ALL the things you have been saying for the last 8 years. It sends chills down your spin and the feeling of Hope rushes through you and something inside says this Man is special. I felt that way about Obama after Iowa. To see the sea of people and the looks on their faces…..because we all want the same thing. I don't care if he was White or Black or Male or Female. It was his message that was important. Obama is far from perfect but his ideas for changing Washington are. As far as I'm concern Obama is ALREADY changing Washington. He is the leader, he has been saying the same message since he was in Chicago. The slogan hasn't changed, his staff hasn't changed, the money is flowing…Hilllary and McCain are scrambling around trying to catch up and clean house.

Unfortunately we have to wait to feel that way again because Hillary won't get out the race!!!!!

Laidetea   May 30th, 2008 11:03 am ET

Obama supporters: Please give a warm welcome for Scott McClellan. Scott is a very important key person to Obama campaign. Thanks Scott for your supports. Everyone give Scott a hand.

Obama 08

Cynthia   May 30th, 2008 11:03 am ET

If any of the information given in his book is true and some if not all does appear to be – then the whole country should be for Senator Obama. The Republicans will have misled the country and as such need to know that it is unacceptable and the only way is through voting and/or going after prosecution of those involved.

TOMIWA OBAMAISHOPE   May 30th, 2008 11:03 am ET

Its not surprising!. I am sure if Space Aliens come to planet earth at this moment. They will prefer Obama. Tell Hillary its Over Over Over Over……………OVER!!!!!

Dean   May 30th, 2008 11:03 am ET

McClellan decides to support Obama? Big deal!

Hillary is being endorsed by Ricky Martin!

therealist   May 30th, 2008 11:03 am ET

Anything to sell a few more books….

julie mn   May 30th, 2008 11:03 am ET

ANYBODY WHO HAS SOME HATE IN THEIR HEART IS INTRIGUED WITH OBAMA. ANOTHER PERSON WITH NO INTEGRITY,MORALS AND IS EASLIY BOUGHT GOES FOR OBAMA. BUT I THINK WE THE HILLARY OR McCAIN SUPPORTERS ALREADY STATED THAT OBAMAS CAMP WAS BEHIND HIS BOOK, AND WE WERE RIGHT.

OBAMAS UN-DEMOCRATIC PARTY'

FOR ALL THE BASHING ABOUT THE REPUBLICAN PARTY. WE NOW FIND OUT THAT THE REPUBLICANS ARE FOR AMERICAN VALUES!

ANOTHER LIFE-LONG DEM, WHO IS ASHAMED OF THE DEMOCRATIC PARTY.

I WILL VOTE REP, JUST TO GET THE ANTI-AMERICANS OUT OF CONGRESS, MY STATE, AND THE WHITE HOUSE.

Concerned in Alabama   May 30th, 2008 11:02 am ET

This man knows that Washington needs a change. Obama has been trying to tell us that all along.

Fernandez   May 30th, 2008 11:02 am ET

another phony in the Obama camp

Herman in LA   May 30th, 2008 11:02 am ET

Don't matter because Barack will not run his white house that Bush did so he would not have nothing to tell.

Phil Newton   May 30th, 2008 11:02 am ET

It's a big tent. All of good will are welcome.

Dan   May 30th, 2008 11:01 am ET

So Obama is running a similar campaign to Gov. Bush in 2000? Gov. (now President) Bush has been SO successful I'm sure Americans will vote for someone else who promotes "change" with no experience and we'll end up with more years of ineptitude. When will America wake up and realize that experience does matter and speeches without substance just don't get the job done?

In case anyone wonders, I'm a life-long Demorcrat who is disappointed in my party's direction.

Lora B.   May 30th, 2008 11:01 am ET

Who cares? This is not news so why are you printing this, CNN, other than to boaster your own biased support of Obama?

Joi Thompson   May 30th, 2008 11:01 am ET

i just watched your "discussion" about Chicago politics. I will be watching more and more MSNBC !!!
I did not realize that Tony was as stupid as Campbell, an OBVIOUS Clinton supporter and racist to boot ,but I guess whatever illness you all have is spreading !!!

I have tried to stick with you….but have been forced to turn away after Campbell's repeated interuptions of Roland Martin and her rude and racist attacks on Donna Brazile.
I thought the mornings were safe. I was wrong. That alleged "conversation", smug, uninformed and unprofessional was the last straw.

Gloria   May 30th, 2008 11:01 am ET

McClellan's book could not have come out at a better time! It confirms my belief that our country is ready for new and different leadership, and Obama fits the bill to be the captain of the ship! Obama for President!!!!!!

Dee, St. Louis   May 30th, 2008 11:01 am ET

Hillary supporters did you notice this was not about Hillary. Learn to read before blogging. And here comes Hillary supporters in 5….4….3….2….1…YOU GO GIRL!!! lmao

Randy M   May 30th, 2008 11:01 am ET

If I'm Barack Obama, I tell Scottie boy NO THANKS!!! Obama doesn't need support from this guy. If he was so upset about the lies and manipulations leading up to the Iraq war why didn't he go public then and save 4000+ lives. Noooo, it's easier to write a book, go on the talk show circuit aqnd make a ton of money.

I have no respect for this guy. Ratting out the Bush White House is fine with me but he should have been a man a nd done it long ago. Alot of families would be much happier today if he had.

Randy   May 30th, 2008 11:00 am ET

I don't understand what everyone thinks is so stunning about this man's book. He basically said a few things that unless you have lived under a rock for 30 years should not be any shocking surprise to you. The administration bungled the response to Katrina….gee ya think? Thanks for breaking that news! The administration used "propoganda" to go to war. Every time any president or politician says anything it is "propaganda". Do you know what the definition of propaganda is….it is the spreading of information and no that information does not need to be false.

Chris in VA   May 30th, 2008 11:00 am ET

A blinding statement of the obvious.

Mark   May 30th, 2008 11:00 am ET

Guess I need to read this book.

Obama 08   May 30th, 2008 11:00 am ET

This just proves that Obama can reach across party lines. Even Republicans are getting inspired!

The electoral college won't be able to save the republicans this year.

Obama will trounce McCain in popular vote by 5-6 million and win electoral college!

Louis   May 30th, 2008 10:58 am ET

For all you folks who call this man "disloyal," you're clearly missing the point. He, in fact, is QUITE loyal — loyal to whom he's supposed to be loyal — the PEOPLE OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA. He, like every one of us has the duty to support and defend the Constitution of the United States against ALL enemies — foreign AND domestic. Bush and his cronies have destroyed this country and have made us the laughing stock and sore-scab of the planet. McClellan had a DUTY to inform the American people about why we are where we are so that we might have an opportunity to wake up from this nightmare of disallusioned expectations and propoganda and begin to retake our country and our respect around the world. Way to go, Scott!!! Good for you!!!

Stuart   May 30th, 2008 10:58 am ET

Anyone from Texas knows he comes from a pretty disloyal slimy family. No Big Surpises.

His mama wasn't a real republican either.

Carmen, North Carolina   May 30th, 2008 10:58 am ET

I am tired of hearing this same old tired speech about Hillary electability. WHY is she so electable. I hope someone can spell that out. Obama and any other canidates can win states if the people that Bill and Hillary will let them choose to vote on their own and not threaten them with a sanction. People wake up. If Hillary wasn't on the ballot and only Obama would you then go Republican and forget about the Democratic Party? Let's think about this and stop letting Hillary and Bill scare you in to voting for her if you really want to vote for Obama. Hillary may be old enough to know more in politics but she shure haven't used or demonstrate that in the last few months. People get a grip before you lose the Election to McCain and not because of Obama, but becuae of Stupid Does As Stupid Do (Bil and Hillary Clinton).

Eleanor   May 30th, 2008 10:57 am ET

thank God someone has the moral fibre to try and redeem himself
another one who had the moral fibre to leave this pathetic excuse
for an adminisration is Colin Powell!!
*the truth shall set you free*
*Anyone* who supports Cheney and Bushs immoral and illegal Iraq war, Take a close look at the next vet whose face is burned beyond recognition because Bush decided to go into war for his own selfish reasons *Oil and revenge for Sadam* for nearly killing his daddy, and then ask yourself if you even have a conscience if you support MCBUSHs continuing the war
Anyone in that administration who supported this immoral war and that includes Bush, Cheney, Rumsfeld and yes even pretty face Rice does not have a moral fibre in their body…that may seem harsh but its REALITY ….at least MClellan and Colin Powell left that administration its morally responsible that not one more troop die in this FIASCO

The Truth   May 30th, 2008 10:57 am ET

More proof that Obama is the STRONGER candidate, he will get Independents and Republicans…..

OBAMA '08!

Hillary Supporter   May 30th, 2008 10:57 am ET

Good move McClelland ….
Another perfect fit in the Obama Camp!

pinky_50   May 30th, 2008 10:57 am ET

Way to go!! McClellan I hope you do decide to support Obama.
Plus I do believe your story in your Book. It does not suprise me
at all.

pat   May 30th, 2008 10:57 am ET

TO RESOLVE THE FL. AN MICH. PROBLEM IT SIMPLE OBAMAS NAME WAS NOT ON BALLOT THEREFORE YOU CAN NOT GIVE WHAT YOU DID NOT RECEIVE. HIS NAME IS NOT UNCOMMITED. FL. WAS A STATE YOU WERE NOT TO CAMPAIN IN OBAMA RAN ADS IN FL. THEREFORE HE VIOLATED DNC DNC DNC RULES AN SHOULD BE DISQUILFIED. HILLARY SHOULD GET ALL VOTES AN ALL DELIGATES THERE THATS THE LAW. WRITTEN BY THE DNC.

ALECO1 -----NOKOMIS,FL   May 30th, 2008 10:56 am ET

THE TIMEING OF SCOTT McCELLAN'S BOOK COULD NOT BE BETTER. I CAN WELL UNDERSTAND WHY THE WHITE HOUSE IS UPSET. ACCORDING TO A POLL 89% BELIEVE McCELLAN AND ONLY 11% BELIEVE THE WHITE HOUSE.. LETS FACE IT, BUSH HAS NOT TOLD A TRUTH SINCE HE WAS TWO YEARS OLD.
OBAMA CAN USE THIS INFORMATION FOR ALL ITS WORTH, AND ITS WORTH PLENTY. WHO IN THE WORLD WOULD VOTE FOR McCAIN, HE IS JUST ANOTHER CORRUPT REPUBLICAN.
OBAMA WILL BE OUR NEXT PRESIDENT. THANK GOD.

CB   May 30th, 2008 10:56 am ET

I'm proud of him for speaking out!!! We need more information about the behind the scenes stuff. Its no suprise the administration came out to attack him personally, but did you notice no one is saying what he said isn't true.

Marc in Virginia   May 30th, 2008 10:56 am ET

"It's a message that is very similar to the one that Gov. Bush ran on in 2000," McClellan told CBS News.

Thank you, sir…my sentiments exactly. We all know how well that worked out, don't we?

B in Indy   May 30th, 2008 10:55 am ET

Obama picked up 2 more super's last nite. If he gets 20 delegates in P.R., 8 in MT and SD, then he'll be six delegates short of the nomination. Senator Clinton was a great opponent and she's a very formidable candidate but she shouldn't have underestimated B.O. from the jump. That was her biggest mistake and she didnt plan to have to come from behind which is where the mudslinging and all this jazz started. Good game but it looks like it's over. If they take it away from Obama, i'll vote McCain in Nov! Jus kidding (wanted to sound like clinton supporters lol) , i jus wont vote:)

OBAMA SUPPORTER IN IOWA   May 30th, 2008 10:55 am ET

Glad you have your support. Thank you for verifying what we all knew was true. If I had a son or daughter still fighting in Iraq, I would be furious. I wish I knew why some people are clinging to the idea that his war was justified. Very sad.

Bob Chisolm   May 30th, 2008 10:55 am ET

"he is "intrigued by Sen. Obama's message…a message that is very similar to the one that Gov. Bush ran on in 2000″

OK' he's not disillusioned, he's delusional.
I certainly don't remember Bush ever calling for the government to nationalize oil companies, to socialize medicine, or support for on-demand abortion in 2000 This guy has serious problems recalling what's real (and what is unreal) from his memory.

Scott Hughes ATL   May 30th, 2008 10:54 am ET

If you hate Obama, then you will probably always hate Obama, but guess what… Everyone is not crazy or a traitor, hypnotized, etc… You have to ask yourself why people from all walks of life seem attracted to Obama's message and style.

Most of these people from all walks of life, seem to be leaving other constituencies to come to support Obama.

And those that seem opposed seem to be, just "seem" to be the same ole type of people that are running this country into the ground. They refuse to accept change. They can't understand why people are so dissatisfied with our government not working for them. They seem to think that breaking from the norm is a bad thing. Or they want to return to 1990. My mom used to say, "You can have everything you want in life… EXCEPT the way it used to be…"

These same people are seeing a major decline in their own standard of living but because of some deep seeded hatred, or flawed tradition, can't seem to step into 2008.

Well I guess they have every right to live in the past, when things were good for just a few… But they do not have a right to hold the rest of us in that past. Nor do they have the right to be angry with us for wanting a policy shift in government to the inclusive, rather than the exclusive…

My sadness comes when I think about whether Obama does a great job as president or not, those intrenched boneheads will do their best to bring him down every single day of his administration.

I pray for his stamina in the White House… (Obama, quit smoking… You'll need the energy…)

The mob is fickle   May 30th, 2008 10:54 am ET

Greed was the sole reason for his selling out. How much did an insider stand to make for defecting from a president with an approval rating of 27%. Espicially to a fickle bunch who want to read all the negative slander about a man they hate? FOOLS, he is making loot for selling his diginity. I don't care, he'll get what's coming to him.

DEMOCRATS 4 HILLARY '08   May 30th, 2008 10:54 am ET

So-called Democrats embracing a candidate they know nothing about, opening their arms to Murdoch and McClellan after all they've done to this country, and gleefully bashing Hillary Clinton…

It's priceless.

"A strong republican coming across the aisle…"

Obama fans are blind and mindless.

HILLARY CLINTON '08

Dee Okla.   May 30th, 2008 10:54 am ET

You can say what you want about him flip flopping, but I yet to hear any of bushes people say he is not telling the truth. They only talk about him!

Jim   May 30th, 2008 10:54 am ET

A strong republican coming across the aisle and likes Obama–yet Hillary still insists she "more electable"… This itself (although I never like McClellan) shows that a broad range of people prefer Obama over the same-old Washington politics that come bundled with Clinton and McCain.

. Yea one that lied to the american people. Is that why obama suporters like him so much?

Coby   May 30th, 2008 10:54 am ET

It's funny how people are angry at McClellan for coming out and telling the truth.

New Yorker   May 30th, 2008 10:53 am ET

This guy is scum- Obamaphiles you can keep him, With friends like this, who needs enemies?

Robert in Toronto,ON   May 30th, 2008 10:53 am ET

I'd actually consider moving to America if Obama is the President. I'll give up Canada, which is saying alot cuz I get all the pancake syrup and hockey I want!

Go'Bama 08 – 16!

nowlin   May 30th, 2008 10:53 am ET

When you are burded by truth, then there are decisions that will not make
you popular. So stay strong!

Chris in VA   May 30th, 2008 10:53 am ET

My! What a surprise! This is about as big a shocker as some MSM member like Linda Douglas joining up to get paid as a member of the Obama campaign.

What next? Jack Cafferty officially joins the Obama campaign?

Marcus B POST MY COMMENT PLEASE   May 30th, 2008 10:53 am ET

PLEASE POST MY COMMENT CNN!!! PLEASE!!!!!!

If you consider this man's close ties to Pres. Bush and the fact that he was handed a job that he was terribly unqualified for, it comes as no surprise that he didn't go blazing saddles while working in the White House. Sometimes, all of you relentless critics, people have families to support and you have to cut off your nose to spite your face. I think he kept his silence so he wouldn't lose a job that he shouldn't have had in the first place. So, I am not too critical of "why he waited so long," or "why he stabbed his President and party in the back." All I can say is, if this is how he genuinely feels, which I can not judge, then I welcome his insight into this joke of an administration!!!

Marie-Lynn   May 30th, 2008 10:53 am ET

Welcome aboard Scott..

No Hillary   May 30th, 2008 10:53 am ET

Mc Cleallan, you are a man of honor and truthfullness…. thank you for your honesty.

Randy   May 30th, 2008 10:53 am ET

I love the woman that says she is a 54 year old woman with an MBA….is that supposed to make her better than the rest of us? An elitist perhaps? Obama definately has her locked up….he just needs to find more of them.

JamesAAMale   May 30th, 2008 10:52 am ET

WOW, looks like osama attracts all of the traitors, says alot about who he is.

Charlotte   May 30th, 2008 10:52 am ET

Is anyone surprised? He burned his bridges with the republicans. He has nowhere else to go. I don't like Bush, but this guy is like Richardson, Kennedy, Kerry, all of them are Judas. Hillary carried thier states yet they are ignoring the voters in their states?

Marcus B   May 30th, 2008 10:52 am ET

If you consider this man's close ties to Pres. Bush and the fact that he was handed a job that he was terribly unqualified for, it comes as no surprise that he didn't go blazing saddles while working in the White House. Sometimes, all of you relentless critics, people have families to support and you have to cut off your nose to spite your face. I think he kept his silence so he wouldn't lose a job that he shouldn't have had in the first place. So, I am not too critical of "why he waited so long," or "why he stabbed his President and party in the back." All I can say is, if this is how he genuinely feels, which I can not judge, then I welcome his insight into this joke of an administration!!!

Paul from Kissimmee   May 30th, 2008 10:52 am ET

That makes business sense. He'll sell more books by turning his back on the Republican party. This guy really is pathetic.

Jason Johnson   May 30th, 2008 10:52 am ET

THE TRUTH COMES OUT ! Along w/some money from the Book he has another Agenda called "I'd like a position in the Obama Adm".
He's wrong however, Obama will not be next Pres.
Jason J
Florida

Debbie   May 30th, 2008 10:52 am ET

If I were John McCain, I would be thrilled to have someone of Scott McClellan's conscienceless character support Barack Obama. Plus, Scott should fit right in with the Obama camp. After all McClellan is trying to pretend he is above the dirty business he clearly supported and defended. Sort of like Obama tries to pretend he is above the dirty politics that Axelrod has engaged in on his behalf and that Obama ,himself, used to take legitimate competition off the ballot when he ran in Illinois.

Historian   May 30th, 2008 10:52 am ET

I guess McClellan wants to be Press Secretary in an Obama administration. And will Obama welcome him?

Jean, South Carolina   May 30th, 2008 10:51 am ET

The Hillary people is just as selfish as Hillary. Why bash the man because he gave insight to the old politic as usual. This is the change that Obama wants to get rid of and if Hillary is the President, then maybe someone would write a tell all about her and Bill. Then what would her supporters have to say about what they learned. This man deserved to be treated just like any other American Citizen, not because of what he exposed to the world but because he is a human being. Hillary people wouldn't know that because of the way Hillary treats people.

Emma   May 30th, 2008 10:51 am ET

All you haters of McClellan, just know that not one Republican has disagreed with the information contained in his book. They have launched personal attacks and I am sure McClellan expected this reaction.

Read the book and for all you fools who continue to support the President and are offering your support to McCain, I guess a rock must fall on your head before you rely on your good sense. THEY LIED and no matter how you try to sweeten the pot, The President, Vice-President, Condolezza Rice, THEY ALL LIED!

vh   May 30th, 2008 10:51 am ET

I believe that you Hillary supporters are whiners. Do you really believe she is for the people? She said yesterday that she loved being in the white house and would like to go back. what does that tell you? It means it is all about her and her so called entitlement. OBAMA 08

Eleanor   May 30th, 2008 10:51 am ET

thank God someone has the moral fibre to try and redeem himself
another one who had the moral fibre to leave this pathetic excuse
for an adminisration is Colin Powell!!
*the truth shall set you free*
*Anyone* who supports Cheney and Bushs immoral and illegal Iraq war, Take a close look at the next vet whose face is burned beyond recognition because Bush decided to go into war for his own selfish reasons *Oil and revenge for Sadam* for nearly killing his daddy, and then ask yourself if you even have a conscience if you support MCBUSHs continuing the war
Anyone in that administration who supported this immoral war and that includes Bush, Cheney, Rumsfeld and yes even pretty face Rice does not have a moral fibre in their body…that may seem harsh but its REALITY ….at least MClellan and Colin Powell left that administration its morally responsible that not one more troop die in this FIASCO

Sarah   May 30th, 2008 10:51 am ET

Of course when 4100 young Americans die, 30000 get severely wounded, 40000 suffer from PSD and the country looses hundred of billions of dollars for a war based on a big lie, many people may find an ethical obligation to tell the truth

It is never too late. We have to learn from Iraq so that we don't repeat the same mistake

Northern Canadian   May 30th, 2008 10:51 am ET

OBAMA is the ONE…..Good Bye, Hillary Clinton.

YES, HE CAN !!!!! YES< WE CAN !!!!

Eric in Ca   May 30th, 2008 10:51 am ET

People continue to trash McCellan, yet never stop to ponder the merits and truths of his accounts. Funny, I imagine those who bash him are the same ones who believe the supermarket tabloids – as truth!

Notice how the Bush Admin. and others can feebly discredit Scott but not he contents of his allegations.

Tired of Obama   May 30th, 2008 10:50 am ET

McClellan says Obama's message is "very similiar to the one Gov. Bush ran on in 2000." Shouldn't that be a loud warning bell? And the naive are falling for it again. The "new politics of hope" is just old raunchy Chicago politics packaged with a new face. Superdelegates, don't fall for it.

James   May 30th, 2008 10:50 am ET

Looking for a new job???

Tangi   May 30th, 2008 10:50 am ET

LETS TALK ABOUT THINGS THAT HAS SUBSTANCE. OBAMA PICKS UP 2 ADDITIONAL SUPERDELEGATES TODAY FROM TX.

CNN, THIS IS REAL POLITICS…NUMBER COUNTS NOT POPULAR VOTES. STAY FOCUS AND STOP SPINNING.

Independent99999   May 30th, 2008 10:50 am ET

Another hint to Hillary to step aside. Another dose that indicates an Obama landslide. McCain, wake up and get Huckabee and FiarTax before you can save your face this election

Democrats Unite   May 30th, 2008 10:50 am ET

Welcome aboard the Obama Express smooth sailing to the White House.

Democrats would make history this November with an African American President and a Female V.P.

Democrat 08

Agnostic Democrat   May 30th, 2008 10:50 am ET

This while all the FOX NEWS staff is still salivating at the opportunity to run against HILLARY. Politics makes for some strange bedfellows and no one knows that better than Slick WIlly.

Scott, Wichita   May 30th, 2008 10:49 am ET

Using the phrase "very similar to Gov. Bush's message in 2000″ seems to me like he's trying to tie Obama to Bush.

Obama isn't like Bush, he's like a certain German who was able to gather record crowds at his rallies, had groups of supporters and organizers spring up without official help, and able to captivate an audience with the power of his voice, broadcasting a message of change.

History does repeat itself…

Jack from Texas   May 30th, 2008 10:49 am ET

McClellan says, "It's a message that is very similar to the one that Gov. Bush ran on in 2000″.

Wouldn't this be a red flag?

Vote Nader (dot) Org

They are slowly seeing the light!! Obama   May 30th, 2008 10:49 am ET

It's unavoidable and unstoppable. This country is through with separation, division and negativity. No more mud slinging and deception! We are greater than that.

Clinton with all her 'experience' was mislead by a group of buffoons!! That same group that completely trashed her husband.

They are spending billions and billions of OUR money on another country. Time to bring OUR MONEY HOME TO US!!!

Obama!

Machiavelli, Baton Rouge, LA   May 30th, 2008 10:49 am ET

This Dave blogger has some pretty scathing critisism of McClelland–to the point where he threatens him, i.e., "Your days are numbered". He has not even read the book, yet he and other Bush supporters are reeling from excerpts from the book. It appears they are the ones who should get a life.

Major Michael in Lorton, Virginia   May 30th, 2008 10:49 am ET

With all that he said in his book, he only now has respect for McCain……be careful Scott……one contradictory comment and Mr. Spark will beam you up……

Brenda   May 30th, 2008 10:49 am ET

Good Choice….takes one to know one!

jfs Memhis, Tn   May 30th, 2008 10:49 am ET

If he supports OBama it will be the most intelligent move he will have made in the last 10yrs.

proud army and navy mom   May 30th, 2008 10:49 am ET

see there is hope for us all to change.

ok, it took scott a while to see the truth….but better late than never. i hope he is an Obama supporter.

welcome, we are inclusive, not divisive.

SEC   May 30th, 2008 10:48 am ET

Scotty, you had no credibility when you were distorting the facts a few years ago so why should anyone take you seriously now?

Maybe you can go work for Rove – I hear he's looking for an employer that will buy into his deceptive and ventomlike nature – good luck scum!

vic nashville,Tn   May 30th, 2008 10:48 am ET

Please stay away from democratic party , from 1999 Bush and Karl Rove are ling and playing dirty trick you know that you were with them from 1999
Now you are acting smart!!!!!!!!! Give us break
Hillary 08 or Mc cain 08

N.Ryder   May 30th, 2008 10:48 am ET

It is refreshing to have someone like Scott so honest he felt he was obligated to let the world know what really goes on in the Bush administration. Also, brave enough to take the heat that he knew would come.

White 64 male for Obama   May 30th, 2008 10:48 am ET

Its funny how Republicans are blaming Scott's publisher. The same publisher who published many of Bill O'Reily's books. What I find even more interesting is that no one from the Republican party said that Scott was outright wrong. So that leads me to believe that Scott's book has some truth to it.

Emma   May 30th, 2008 10:48 am ET

We Obama supporters are glad to see that the heavens have finally opened and the celestial choir is singing.

It's safe inside Obamaland and welcome aboard!

concern citizen   May 30th, 2008 10:48 am ET

despite the fact that scott waited to long to reveal and confrim the truth we all knew for awhile regarding the sneaky tactics of the bush administration, I do hope people consider this statements about the president when voting. Do we want president like McCain who was duped into the war without confirming whether the information was accurate and believes in the current administration policies. Lying to get to war that has cost this country billions of dollars and 4,500 lives is an outcry. Why do we want to continue with this path? wake up, people. too many things are at stake.

Berat, Park Ridge, IL   May 30th, 2008 10:48 am ET

Dave, SC:

These people are interviewees. They don't get paid for making the rounds on TV. Stop talking about things you obviously know nothing about.

mel   May 30th, 2008 10:48 am ET

I think it is some truth to his but and the white house and the
press somehow again will help cover this up. The american
peoples already know that this war was fix.Mccain is part of this mess
as well,this why he want to continue this war.

Louise - MN   May 30th, 2008 10:47 am ET

"It's a message that is very similar to the one that Gov. Bush ran on in 2000,"
Look where that got us…

Dave C - NJ   May 30th, 2008 10:47 am ET

…and besides, Bush and his cronies are a MESS.
Can you blame him???

Len   May 30th, 2008 10:47 am ET

Why would anyone continue to be loyal to Bush? He is corrupt, dumb, and a complete liar. Good for him to come out and confirm what most everyone already knows. Those of you that continue to believe Bush need to get out of La La land which is where Bush seems to have been since day one. Mission Accomplished!!!

Barrington of Cambridge   May 30th, 2008 10:46 am ET

Because Scott is fair minded …

Obama is the Tiger Woods of politics … and with that comes the same heat, from the same type of people that Tiger had to endure … like the ENDLESS media attention whether good or bad.

Most of us like McClellen, Rupert Murdock and Bay Buchanan can see beyond that and regonize talent when it's staring us in the face. Others will sacrifice talent for past wounds and beliefs believing that it is about them and not us.

ITS ABOUT TIME   May 30th, 2008 10:46 am ET

He has already ticked off the Republican group, so he might as well to all the way to the left. He is nothing to loose at this point.

Dave C - NJ   May 30th, 2008 10:46 am ET

Such bitter comments from the right today lol…
Did it occur to anyone that the guy had a change of heart?

Angela, Cleveland, OH   May 30th, 2008 10:46 am ET

It certainly does not matter who Scott supports.

What does matter is the current shills for the White House in the press office start to realize that they owe their loyalty to the American Public and to no one else. This loyalty thing has got to be straightened out. They work for us and no one else. They should be getting their information from the White House, yes, but then FACT CHECKING to make sure what they are telling us, their employers, is the truth. Their loyalty should be to the public, no one else. The current group has yet to learn that and Scott learned way too late.

Mr. B.   May 30th, 2008 10:46 am ET

America Is Ready
Obama 08

Give me a break   May 30th, 2008 10:45 am ET

Can you say free publicity?

KJ, GA   May 30th, 2008 10:45 am ET

Good for him, the more the merrier!

Obama '08 !

Frank F   May 30th, 2008 10:45 am ET

McClellan is intrigued by the similarities of Bush's 2000 campaign and Obama's 2008 campaign. And that is why a have serious concerns about Obama. Both Bush and Obama spoke of change and inclusion and athough I think Obama is OK, I am very untrusting of all him and of his promises.

He talks a lot but I have difficulty believing any fast talking politician now. Both Bush and Obama lacked experience and look where we are now!!

Patriotic American   May 30th, 2008 10:45 am ET

Another traitor for Obama? He really seems to attract the undesirables. Strange, how he says Obama has a message similar to GWB and then procedes to support him! Obama should worry about this-don't feed this guy any information you want to keep confidential!

Kat   May 30th, 2008 10:45 am ET

Let this be a river of republicans seeing the light and joining to democrats.

Obama '08

Phil-Little Rock   May 30th, 2008 10:45 am ET

Well, well, well, this guy might actually have some brains after all! First his book and now liking Sen. Obama? My friend, you might be worth something after all! Welcome from your nightmare!

GO OBAMA '08

Army Veteran Against McCain   May 30th, 2008 10:45 am ET

Reasons why Veterans, active duty personell, and anyone who cares about them should not vote for McCain:

*AWOL for May 22nd vote on GI Bill. Expressed opposition to bill saying "it was too generous to Veterans".

*Voted against Bill in September that would have mandated adequate rest for troops between combat deployments.

*Voted No on $1.5-billion increase for Veteran Medical services (money would have come from closing corporate tax loophole).

*Voted No on establishing a trust fund to bolster underfunded Veteran Hospitals.

*Voted No in May 2006 against $20-billion allotment for expanding Veteran Medical Facilities.

*Voted No in April 2006 to increase Veteran Outpatient care.

*Voted No in March 2004 another $1.8-billion reserve for Veteran Medical care (again funded by closing corporate tax loopholes).

Bottomline, McCain is more interested in taking care of big business then the men and women he wrongly sent to fight in Iraq.

Liar, Liar pants on fire   May 30th, 2008 10:45 am ET

Obama has the leadership to bring us together. So many people who supported Clinton (superdelegates) and are Republicans are changing their support to Obama. You should ask yourself, "Why aren't these people supporting Hillary?" Because she doesn't have what it takes to bring people together who don't generally agree on issues. REmember, in her own words…she is a fighter.

Joyce in Florida   May 30th, 2008 10:44 am ET

Oh right. And this man is supposed to be an excellent role model? I think he may have had too much kool-aid recently. It is really disappointing that Obama supporters are so smitten and brainwashed by his speeches that he possibly will win the nomination based on his deceptiveness, divisiveness, and lies. He is keeping secrets from us people. Wake up. Hillary Clinton should be our nominee. We have seen the good she has done for our country and could do more if she was granted the nomination for the presidency. She is the stronger candidate to run against John McCain. We still don't know all about Senator Obama and his secrets. WAKE UP AGAIN PEOPLE BEFORE IT IS TOO LATE. HILLARY CLINTON FOR PRESIDENT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Ken   May 30th, 2008 10:44 am ET

Sure why not support Barack, become his press secretary and write another book. You could keep it full of the same lies and just change the cover.

Jerry   May 30th, 2008 10:44 am ET

McClellan knows how the republicans got our country in bad shape, he chosen the right person to run the country and that is Obama,
I wondering what McCain and Hillary think about this I bet you would see alot of more republicans going for Obama

JJ   May 30th, 2008 10:44 am ET

Wow! I can't say that I'm not surprised. He pretty much ticked off all his Republican friends so he needs to jmp ship. Welcome to the wiining side!

Hillary 08, the electable candidate   May 30th, 2008 10:44 am ET

Isn't it funny that this got all the headlines on CNN yesterday. This guy wrote a tell all book on everything we already knew.

CNN. You so funny… You shut down comments on Obama's preacher problem in record time.

A black guy on FOX asked the best question about Obama: Will the American people elect a racist as President.

I hope not all black churches are preaching hate against whites like Trinity.

Hillary does not think she entiled to be president because she is white. She is entiled because she is the best candidate.

Your vote for Obama will guarantee my vote for McCain in the fall.

"The Great Elephant Is Wounded"-Kareem From Hampton, Va   May 30th, 2008 10:44 am ET

You guys watch! A lot of republicans are going to root for the Democratic front runner to save their own arses! Democrats are the favorite right now because of their failed policies! They will come out of the woodwork supporting WHOEVER the democratic nominee is to save face! Im an Obama supporter but a democrat 1st…and scaott can stay where he is! His book is 4000 lives too late!!

John   May 30th, 2008 10:44 am ET

Burn one bridge, only to go over and eventually burn the other.

He can make a career of burning bridges. Rock on!

Tre ( Dallas,TX   May 30th, 2008 10:44 am ET

Scott just work for maybe the worst administrations in history. I believe he knows America deserves better,and Barack Obama is the one who can truly change the current Washington culture. What has been accomplished in the 7 1/2 of the Bush regime,besides war,lies,and secrets from the American people. Obama promises a more transparent goverment one that will listen to the people,not just his friends,but his foes as well.

Obama 08

bev   May 30th, 2008 10:44 am ET

Scott we are proud of you, does who do not agree with what you did are the reason our country is in the way it is. Go Obama!!!

Glen,   May 30th, 2008 10:43 am ET

What is Obama-Carter's camp offering. Will he co-sign books with you?

Proud1of 26% in WV   May 30th, 2008 10:43 am ET

Just vote for him and stay out of sight.

E. POWELL I MD, E POWELL MD II & ER. POWELL MD   May 30th, 2008 10:43 am ET

YOU ARE WELCOMED. POLITICS MAKE STRANGE BEDFELLOWS.
WE WOULD LIKE TO MENTION ONE THING. MR. GREGEN MADE A NOTE LAST NIGHT ABOUT LOYALITY OVER TRUTH. NOW WE KNOW
WHAT THE MINDSET OF THE REPUBLICAN PARTY IS ALL ABOUT.
THEIR ETHICS HAVE NOTHING TO DO WITH THE TRUTH. OUR COUNTRY HAVE SUFFERED MANY DEATHS IN A WAR THAT SEEMS TO BE ALL ABOUT EGOS.

Paulette, Cincinnati, Ohio   May 30th, 2008 10:43 am ET

Wow!! That is a big endorsement. (chuckle). That's OK because it will be "MCCAIN ELECTED PRESIDENT' in November and rightly so. I am one registered democrat that will happily cross over if Clinton does not win.

VOTE CLINTON '08 OR MCCAIN '08

Obamorons   May 30th, 2008 10:43 am ET

Nuff said.

Good Grief   May 30th, 2008 10:43 am ET

Now that may be an endorsement he DOESN'T want. Maybe Hillary will take him…or maybe not. He might be telling the truth and she and Bill can't abide by that.

AMW   May 30th, 2008 10:43 am ET

I AM PROUD OF YOU FOR WRITING THE BOOK. THE BOOK IS ABOUT YOUR VALUES, YOUR THOUGHTS, YOUR LIFE IN THE WHITEHOUSE, YOUR CONVICTIONS, YOUR VALUE OF THE TRUTH.
IGNORE THE CHEERLEADERS WHO ARE NOT STRONG ENOUGH TO LET GO OF THEIR MISPLACED LOYALTY TO THIS UNPOPULAR "LEADER"????–OR WAS HE JUST A RUMSFELD/CHANEY FOLLOWER?
YOU DID THE RIGHT THING. THE MORE ARI AND DAN TALK, THE MORE FOOLISH THEY SOUND.
VOTE FOR WHOMEVER YOU FEEL RIGHT ABOUT SUPPORTING. I WISH IT WERE HILLARY YOU WOULD SUPPORT, BUT THIS IS A FREE COUNTRY—–ANOTHER REASON TO FEEL GOOD ABOUT WRITING THE BOOK. YOU ARE A FREE AND HONORABLE MAN. YOU DO NOT HAVE TO HANG ONTO SOMEONE ELSES COAT TAILS TO FEEL IMPORTANT.

EBC   May 30th, 2008 10:42 am ET

HA! HA! HA!

This is getting better by the minute. Bush's groonies are starting to show the world the TRUE COLORS of our modern day dictator in the White House!!

Next thing we'll hear is that Karl Rowe is truly working for the Clinton Campaign.

Jesus….everyone bashes this guy and you have to wonder WHY? I mean NO ONE is refuting his statements as being inaccurate. Funny that huh? AND everyone from the White House mimicks the same "words" over and over "we're puzzled, he's disgruntle, this is not the Scott I knew".. LOL. These are people who knew him for 20+ years!! Gee, there's nothing like egg on your face President Bush to start some serious thrashing and bashing. So predictable and obvious that what Scott has written holds a lot of truth to it, otherwise the White House wouldn't be sending their "attack" rehearsed dogs out.

Bottom line.

Sara   May 30th, 2008 10:42 am ET

We would welcome him wiyh open arms!

DEMOCRATS 4 HILLARY '08   May 30th, 2008 10:42 am ET

Are we really supposed to care about one moron's opinion of a second moron's message after the last moron whose message the first moron liked so much and only now, in retrospect a few years later, realizes that he shouldn't have liked at all?

Mr. McClellan, you're a moron, a disloyal moron.

Thanks for nothing.

We don't care what you think.

HILLARY CLINTON '08

NoMcSame   May 30th, 2008 10:42 am ET

Welcome aboard brother. The Obama express is rollin. We have a kink in the track but SHE will be taken care of real soon, as a matter of fact she will get on this train soon herself.
I hope this man stay strong because Bush and the FIX(fox) news team will be coming after him big time. The truth has set him free.
JAIL time for George Bush. There is a special place in HELL for George Bush. Bush has caused the deaths of many people over the years. How does he sleep at night?
Obama08

NEVER HILARY   May 30th, 2008 10:42 am ET

PLEASE WE DON'T NEED HYPOCRITES!!!!

Brian   May 30th, 2008 10:41 am ET

A strong republican coming across the aisle and likes Obama–yet Hillary still insists she "more electable"… This itself (although I never like McClellan) shows that a broad range of people prefer Obama over the same-old Washington politics that come bundled with Clinton and McCain.

Karen from Texas   May 30th, 2008 10:41 am ET

We welcome you with open arms. Its a good feeling to be on the winning team.

Obama 08

J   May 30th, 2008 10:41 am ET

As if we didn't know this when he started? This man has obviously been paid quite a sum through his book to swing during this election. He has zero credibility. If anything, this shows that any idiot will lean towards Obama.

theresa in Prattville, AL   May 30th, 2008 10:40 am ET

Yeah he is intrigued by Obama. Obama is a good honest person with a few flaws like everyone else. McClellan knows that the Bush group lied about a lot of things. Maybe God has tapped McClellan on his shoulders and told him that he needs to get right with him and this may be his way of getting right–confessing all these wrong doings.

A   May 30th, 2008 10:40 am ET

An Obamacan straight out of the Bush White House? Oh my!

ISeeNothingWrongWithIt   May 30th, 2008 10:40 am ET

All the wise people know what is good for America.

Obama supporter   May 30th, 2008 10:40 am ET

GOOD FOR SCOTT. AT LEAST SOMEONE CAN SEE THE LIGHT .BUSH BETRAYED THIS COUNTRY GOOD RIDDANCE.

Jim   May 30th, 2008 10:40 am ET

Could Scott McClellan be an unlikely supporter of Barack Obama?

.. Why not he fits obama's mold, just another Judas

Hillary 08, the electable candidate   May 30th, 2008 10:40 am ET

This guy is a coward. He states he didn't agree with what was going on, but he never spoke up and he never resigned.

Sounds like another Obama supporter just wanting a payoff.

Hillary 08

Mary   May 30th, 2008 10:40 am ET

McClellan needs to to his homework and educate himself about Senator Obama, the Socialist/Marxist. He is bad for America.

Bubba   May 30th, 2008 10:39 am ET

'Bout time you picked the right guy. Come on over, our party rocks.

Venus   May 30th, 2008 10:38 am ET

Way to go young man! Thanks for telling the truth and the book could not have come at a better time!

Welcome to the "O" Team!

Go Bam!

This is Too Funny!   May 30th, 2008 10:38 am ET

I TOLD YOU SO! I already smelled Axlerod (Obama's "brain") around the corner a few days ago! He's already grooming McClellan to be his next "puppet on a string."

Dave, SC   May 30th, 2008 10:38 am ET

Scott, how much money did you make so far going on NBC, CBS, CNN? Election is approaching very fast so time is limited. Make most of it so that you can make millions at the cost of liberals. I am sure that you knew very well that your publisher is from far left so you could make lot of monye. I wonder if George Soros has given you some of his money. If you want to make quick buck this is the right time and you can get lot of publicity with CNN. Get a life my friend… Your days are numbered.

z,new york, ny   May 30th, 2008 10:37 am ET

Sounds like he's really an Obama supporter but doesn't want to tick off his Republican friends.

Uncle Sam   May 30th, 2008 10:37 am ET

Should that surprise anyone?

Sick   May 30th, 2008 10:36 am ET

This says a lot about this man's credibility. He has no substance, no loyalty and he flip flops on a dime, according to what he can make money off of and who can get him to the top. I trust this guy about as much as I trust Obama. Disgusting!

Independent for Obama   May 30th, 2008 10:36 am ET

This guy sounds like he is really enjoying his 15 minutes of fame…

Ellie in Aurora, CO   May 30th, 2008 10:35 am ET

Come on over, Scott!! We know you are disillusioned with your party and would welcome you as an Obamacan!

54-year-old woman with MBA proud to be an Obamabot!!!

Change Express , Kissimmee, FL   May 30th, 2008 10:35 am ET

YUP..he's an Obama supporter !

OBAMA 08′/12′

Who Cares   May 30th, 2008 10:35 am ET

What does it matter which moron this pimple on the @ss of society is might possibly vote for??

j   May 30th, 2008 10:34 am ET

Like any other American, this guy has the right to vote for whomever he pleases. Why is this news?

KK   May 30th, 2008 10:34 am ET

It was the likely result…good for you Scott!!

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