June 2, 2008
Posted: 08:07 AM ET

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 Clinton says she’s pressing on – but reviewing “available options.”
Clinton says she’s pressing on – but reviewing “available options.”

JACKSONVILLE, Florida (CNN) – Before leaving Puerto Rico, Hillary Clinton told reporters she is taking the presidential race “a day at a time” and is reviewing the “options available” as she moves ahead with her campaign.

“People have been trying to get me out of this race since Iowa and my political obituary has yet to be written and we’re going forward,” she said. (Related: Clinton says she's not ready for 'political obituary')

After Tuesday’s final two primaries, superdelegates will ultimately push either candidate up to the 2,118 delegates needed to secure the Democratic Party’s nomination. Barack Obama leads among this group, but Clinton pointed out superdelegates are always free to “change their minds” and she hopes they will evaluate her wins since February and the coalition of voters she’s pulled together.

“This has been such an intense process, I don’t think there has been a lot of time for reflection of the sort that I’m advocating which is okay we’ve had an extraordinary series of contests, I’m ahead in the popular vote, Senator Obama is ahead in the delegates … they’ve never been separated before,” she said.

“I think it’s only now that we’re finishing these contests that people are going to actually reflect. Who’s our stronger candidate? And I believe I am and I’m going to make that case and at some point it will either be accepted or it won’t be, but I feel strongly about making it.”

In its popular vote tally, the Clinton campaign includes the Michigan contest but does not award any uncommitted votes to Barack Obama whose name was not on the ballot.

Clinton reiterated she “reserves the right” to challenge the DNC Rules and Bylaws committee’s allocation of Michigan delegates – a decision she said was made in “violation of the rules.” She called the half vote penalty leveled against Florida’s delegation “unwarranted under the circumstances.”

When asked if she was concerned Obama could reach the 2,118 delegate mark within days, Clinton said, “it’s not over until the votes are cast. It’s not over until there’s actually a tally that gets somebody the nomination.”

Clinton said she was “thrilled” by her win in Puerto Rico. Her campaign plane stopped in Jacksonville late Sunday evening after leaving the island to refuel en route to South Dakota where she will campaign all day Monday.

Filed under: Hillary Clinton


Truth   June 2nd, 2008 12:14 pm ET

Super delegates please vote for Hillary the most qualified candidate.

Me and my family will vote for Hillary (if she is the nominee) or McCain in November.

Ex-pat in London   June 2nd, 2008 12:13 pm ET

When is someone in the MEDIA going to point out, and point out adamantly, that Hillary is NOT ahead in the popular vote, this false claim is becoming soo utterly annoying.

ed   June 2nd, 2008 12:13 pm ET

For all those that think Hillary is running for the good of the country think again. If she wanted good for the country she would have done what Edwards did and ask for a spot in the administration so she can see that her agenda for the people is followed through. But it seems now that it is out of a personal goal to become president and not because she cares about the people. The reason why you have a lot of big name people like McCaulffe and Ickes ranting and raving about her being the nominee is out of personal gains as well, both of them along with some others may have been promised a position in her administration and now they are seeing that slip away from them.

Andy   June 2nd, 2008 12:13 pm ET

I will vote for Hillary regardless of what happens. She can have my write-in vote. Obama is not the right person for the job and lacks the experience to lead our nation during a difficult time. He has also received less criticism and continues to be in a strange situation with his, now former, church. He may still have other baggage that is yet to come out.

McCain, while I respect the man's dedication to our nation, just does not symbolize what I represent and I cannot see myself voting for him.

The DNC does not understand that there are millions out there like me who do not think Obama is the right person for the job at this time. This is not blind faith in Hillary's candidacy. It is just knowing that of the 3 current viable options, I believe Hillary is the best candidate for this country.

It is also absurd that Obama gets to have any sort of delegate in his count from Michigan, a state that he received no votes in. Argue what you want about that but this is a fact. Obama was not required to remove his name from the ballot there. This misstep by the DNC leaders will really haunt them in November.

Stevo PA   June 2nd, 2008 12:12 pm ET

Now that sound like an arrogant, lone rider, divided GWB answer if any. GWB and Hillary are different chips off the same block!

Tyler in Raleigh, NC   June 2nd, 2008 12:12 pm ET

Sure, she is winning the popular vote the way McCain says we are winning the war in Iraq.

After all, statistics can be made to say anything…. 80% of the time.

Dan   June 2nd, 2008 12:12 pm ET

This is just making me sick. All you Hillary supporters do realize that their views are practically identical right? And you would rather vote for McCain than Obama?! So you are honestly saying you would rather have 4 more years of a Bush White House than 4 years of a democrat in office? Four more years of war of the status quoa? As thousands of soldiers continue to die in Iraq and you are looking for someone to blame, all you have to do is look in a mirror.

a voter in New York   June 2nd, 2008 12:11 pm ET

She is delusional. How can we trust her judgment when all she has done is twist facts or outright lie just to show herself in a positive light?

her saying she is still in the race is like saying a person who has been on life support losing ground every day for 5 months is gonna just wake up and be all fine and dandy.

All that is left for her campaign is to pull the plug. It's over. The only one who refuses to accept this is the delusional woman herself. is that a surprise to anyone? If so, get your cup, The line for the kool-aid starts to the left of Bill Clinton.

Rick in Florida   June 2nd, 2008 12:11 pm ET

EVERYONE READ VANITY FAIR (July issue) FOR A REALLY GOOD EXPLANATION WHY THE CLINTONS SHOULDN'T EVER BE ALLOWED NEAR THE WHITE HOUSE…..IN ANY CAPACITY AT ALL.

BILL'S MONEY DEALS, AND HIS SKIRT-CHASING SCANDALS, ARE GOING TO BE HEADLINES ONCE AGAIN…..WHO NEEDS IT ?????

Chuckster   June 2nd, 2008 12:11 pm ET

Stay in there HIllary !! for those of you that say she should drop out be cause its the will of the People !!! I am for HILLARY, I am a voter. and your voice does not speak for me or any one else in america., my will….. my vote, my voice is MY CHOICE…

Go independent Hillary…. Its Hillary or i go MCcain!!!

Mike   June 2nd, 2008 12:11 pm ET

Hillary's win yesterday is important because no one knows how many superdelegates are going to back her but the Puerto Rico win certainly won't *decrease* that number.

Folks, don't fool yourselves into thinking Obama has this thing locked up. Do you think the superdelegates are interested in dragging this thing out (possibly weakening our position for November) for no apparent reason? If there weren't superdelegates considering putting their support behind Hillary, the announcements would have been made long ago and this would be over.

The hysteria surrounding this thing is getting ridiculous. And it's getting hard to find anyone whose head is screwed on tight enough to be able to discuss the topic without displaying blatant bias one way or the other.

Remember: What's important is which is the stronger candidate vs. John McCain. Just because he or she is your favorite, that doesn't make him or her the stronger candidate!

Julius above Montana   June 2nd, 2008 12:10 pm ET

I think it is troublesome to claim the popular vote under ‘questionable’ mathematics that favors her while subsequently rejecting the opponent. And oddly enough, the same argument could be made on the other side – through a little less questionable math. Can you imagine if Hillary had done well in caucus states? ‘how important caucus states would be now’ but since they favor Obama now they are flawed. FL/MI….we don’t need them b/c they broke the rules, right…oh but now we need them b/c I’m losing??? Think about if the situations were reversed. Would Obama be doing what Hilary has done????????

peakarach,des moines —- love the list: make one up for clinton /McCain

Hillary Supporter   June 2nd, 2008 12:08 pm ET

I give up, she's done. Obama really is the best choice for the Democratic nod. I really wished Hillary got the nomination but I have to face reality and back the more popular candidate. Sorry to disappoint my former faithful, but the time has come to pack it in and realize the painful truth and rally behind the party's choice. Good luck back in the Senate Hillary, you really gave it a great try. Better luck next time.

Ed from VA   June 2nd, 2008 12:06 pm ET

The ONLY option is to give it up and get out of the race ASAP!! I mean pack up your pants suits and go home already! Mr. Obama has important business finish.

Albon   June 2nd, 2008 12:06 pm ET

For all of those ignorant people who claim that they are Democrats and would stupidly form their mouths to say that they would vote for McCain instead of Obama, whatever fate lies for your children's future you deserve!!!

Bootie - Naija   June 2nd, 2008 12:05 pm ET

Clinton, as an Igbo man, I know your plans and there is no point staying in the race. We all know you want to stay put so as to have people raise more fund for you to pay up your $20million debt. How can you be sponsoring yourself. If people are really for you, then they are to pull together for you and not the other way round

Obama/Emmanuel Kalu 08

John   June 2nd, 2008 12:05 pm ET

Her " Pressing onward" with the campain shows she has no intention of helping Obama win in the fall. She knows the more she pushes him now the less chance he has in November and the more of a chance she has to run against the incumbent McCain in 2012!!!

Jennifer - American in Canada   June 2nd, 2008 12:04 pm ET

Me think that if Sen Clinton was ever picked as the VP she would be saying that she was actually the PRESIDENT and that everyone who thought otherwise was mistaken. There would be a debate every day as to who was the Real President….not a good idea to pick her as a running mate…..ever!

Not sleeping at the switch   June 2nd, 2008 12:04 pm ET

WOW I thought it woud take at least 24 hours for the Racist , ignorant posters to hit this Blog. I see I was wrong!!!!

Your fear of Obama make people of ALL Races very happy.

R. Cooper   June 2nd, 2008 12:04 pm ET

Don't worry folks we will all be put out of this misery Wednesday morning, June 4.

Joe - Wilmington, DE   June 2nd, 2008 12:03 pm ET

Hillary for evil dictator '08.

Will someone please give her a sedative and put her to bed.

MD Democrat   June 2nd, 2008 12:02 pm ET

If Hillary isn't the nominee I will vote:

HILLARY CLINTON - WRITE-IN

HILLARY CLINTON - INDEPENDENT

UNCOMITTED OR NO VOTE AT ALL!!!

ANGIE   June 2nd, 2008 12:01 pm ET

ATTENTION HILLARY CLINTON AND I HOPE YOU READING THIS IF YOU CARE ABOUT AMERICA AND THE PEOPLE QUIT THE NONSENSE ACCEPT YOUR LOSS STAND BEHIND OBAMA UNITE THE PARTY AND KEEP JOHN MCCAIN OUT OF THE WHITE HOUSE YOU DOING THIS IS ONLY DIVIDING THE PARTY AND GIVING MCCAIN A WIN IN NOV IS THAT REALLY WHAT YOU WANT HILLARY IF THAT IS THE CASE I HAVE LOST ALL RESPECT FOR YOU AND THAT JUST PROVES TO EVERYONE YOU NEVER CARED ABOUT THEM OR THE DEM PARTY YOU HAVE BEEN IN THIS FOR YOUR OWN SELFISH REASONS NOW HILLARY DO THE RIGHT UNITE THE PARTY ITS UP TO YOU NOW!!!!

aaron from minneapolis   June 2nd, 2008 12:01 pm ET

If Clinton some how wins voting for her will be the hardest thing I've ever had to do. I hate the person she is, good thing I hate McCain more.

Pat   June 2nd, 2008 12:00 pm ET

Hillary Clinton is in la la land.

"Sometimes a soldier just doesn't know the war is over!   June 2nd, 2008 12:00 pm ET

Please, give her a drink, sit her down and break it to her gently!

Lisa in GA.   June 2nd, 2008 11:56 am ET

No comment .. I am a democrat and will vote that way!

JennyM   June 2nd, 2008 11:55 am ET

She is going to split this party in two … she acts like a spoiled 2 year old . It's MINE MINE MINE .. you can't have it … geeeeeeez she is more pathetic everyday .

Scott Glenn in Wa   June 2nd, 2008 11:54 am ET

She has to keep going, she needs more fodder for her next book………

Bitter   June 2nd, 2008 11:53 am ET

How much you want to bet that Hillary would pick Bill as her runnung mate?

Chuck   June 2nd, 2008 11:53 am ET

Hillary and Bill = Democratic party demise. Get her out of this so we have a chance against McCain. She has to be dilusional. Bill has obviously lost it. Ride off into the sunset and reflect on the past. Where did they get Harold Ickes? There seems to be a bunch of nuts around the Clinton tree!

hakeemsdad, Florida   June 2nd, 2008 11:53 am ET

You got my vote Billary.

I forgot it doesn't count!

Voice of Reason   June 2nd, 2008 11:53 am ET

For all you people claiming that votes need to be counted fairly and fully: Count them all. Win the popular vote. Win the big states. You are STILL losing and will not secure the number of delegates needed to be nominated.

Gore won the popular vote, and look where that argument took him. You have to play by the rules, and in any of the rules set out, you will not win.

It's time to cut your losses.

Weak   June 2nd, 2008 11:53 am ET

Hillary is NOT the stronger candidate! PERIOD!

She's in DEBT!

She voted for the Iraq War.

She voted for the Kyl bill - saber rattling Iran.

AND no one will rally the Republicans like SHE will!

Praying the Supers grow a spine THIS week!

Hillary Supporter   June 2nd, 2008 11:52 am ET

Stay in there Hillary…..Don't fall prey to Obama's cheap tactics !

If the Democratic ticket doesn't get you there….then go in as independent.
Otherwise- my vote, along with millions of others will go to McCain or not even be cast!

Stay strong and GO HILLARY!

Norb   June 2nd, 2008 11:51 am ET

Maybe Hillary can leave the Democratic party and run as a independent with Joe Lieberman?

jonny   June 2nd, 2008 11:50 am ET

I really would not be surprised if Hillary ran as an independent.

Ron Pab,San Francisco   June 2nd, 2008 11:49 am ET

Hilliary forget Denver,forget DNC and its time to forget Democratic Party,its time to quit Democratic Party.And instead join another party
so that you can continue your campaign to white House
I believe Obama is great mistake to be elected .We need a strong
leader,a fighter and with EXPERIENCE like Hilliary .

Hilliary quit Democratic Party now its time for 3 party System.So that all voices will be heard.
Hilliary should be the next president of the United States not the
rookie,inexperience obama or mcaine-bush team.

jonny   June 2nd, 2008 11:49 am ET

YOU LOST! GET OUT WEDNESDAY MORNING. If you continue past Wednesday morning, then your political career will be over. If you bow out quietly, then maybe there is hope for you and most people can give you the benefit of the doubt. But if you have not removed yourself from the race by noon on wednesday, everyone will know for a fact that you are greedy and selfish and only care about yourself and are willing to damage the election and the country just so you can get what you want.

mich   June 2nd, 2008 11:48 am ET

Even if she is ahead in the popular vote, that doesn't cut it in the general election as we all unfortunately saw in 2000. If that is going to be her strategy in the general, we definitely have a problem and it will lead to a 3rd Bush term. Sorry Hillary, wrong answer, try again…

Rose   June 2nd, 2008 11:47 am ET

What an Idiot….

A CANUCK   June 2nd, 2008 11:47 am ET

Clinton's popular vote argument is the same as claiming a hockey winning game is based on shots on goal…..not the scoreboard….but it's all that she has left. And being Canadian…I should know, eh ?

USELESS MEDIA   June 2nd, 2008 11:47 am ET

WHY IS THE MEDIA NOT DOING THEIR JOB? CNN, MSNBC, FOX AND THE REST. INSTEAD OF ENCOURAGING THIS FARCE, THEY SHOULD BE VOCIFEROUSLY DENOUNCING HILLARY'S MATH, DUBIOUS CLAIMS, AND HER RULE BENDING.THE PUBLIC NEEDS TO BE SAVED FROM SUCH DISHONEST AND DANGEROUS POLITICIANS LIKE HILLARY CLINTON.

David from Canada   June 2nd, 2008 11:45 am ET

Come on Hillary Supers do your job and leave her for Obama now, this is just ridiculous

leon   June 2nd, 2008 11:44 am ET

HIllary Supporters

Let's start a strong movememt to campaign against Obama. He nothing more than a good student of the corrupted school of politics from Chicago like his senior strategist D Axerold is. Researched what Obama did to Alice when he destroyed her in Chicago so that he will be then only candidate in the ballot. This is the "new kind of politicia" he claims to be. BS Obma is a vulgar politician who does not deserve to be our president

Biographer   June 2nd, 2008 11:44 am ET

We may not know when Hillary's obituary will be printed - but I think it's pretty easy to predict what the epitaph on her tombstone is going to say:

"Hey! Not so fast! The superdelegates can still change their minds!"

Kirk   June 2nd, 2008 11:43 am ET

@ JFK:

Sen. Obama is much more than "likeable" and a great speech giver. To relegate him to no more than that is to really demean a man who, I believe, has the ability to lead our country into a truly NEW direction… one that we have need to go in for some time (more than just the last eight years, in fact).

Sen. Clinton actually represents all that is wrong with American politics today. She is the old guard; fighting with divisive-style tactics. Her theatrics may provide good entertainment for Rocky-style movies, but these are the types of "fights" that have led us into the pit we are now in.

Your comments about Obama detractors being labeled racist are well-taken. By the same token, I do not feel it is accurate to label me as a sexist, just because I do not support Hillary. Like you, I have my own reasons for making my choice, and those reasons have nothing to do with either race or gender. So I would appreciate it if the Hillary-ites would lay off their charges of sexism, as well. I am ready for a female President, but I want it to be one who is honest, one who I trust; one who plays by the rules and doesn't try to change them in the fourth quarter; and most of all, one who makes me feel that she wants to be POTUS for the country's sake, not for her own legacy's sake.

Godwin   June 2nd, 2008 11:39 am ET

I'm not sure 95% of the remaining superdeligates will just flood to her camp that easily. That's how much she will need to stay in contention.

Richard, St. Paul, MN   June 2nd, 2008 11:36 am ET

She's totally out of touch with reality. Why would anyone vote for such a desperate whacko?

obama =supporter==ARKANSAS   June 2nd, 2008 11:36 am ET

HERE IS HILLARIES FUTURE WHEN SHE FIINALLY GET IT SHE LOST

1. she will look back at what went wrong
2 divorce bill
most of all she will
3.drop out of politics and take a course in math (she really needs it)

Jerry - Europe   June 2nd, 2008 11:34 am ET

USA, THINK! This is a more important election for the rest of the world than it is for you! Would Obama really beat McCain? How ever much some Democrats seem to hate Hilary, it's Hilary or four more years. PLEASE, think about the rest of the world!

Karin   June 2nd, 2008 11:34 am ET

just like your name Hillary……Hill…a hill is up on top and you had it going for yeah …… ary…….release and let it go…… Hillary

Observer   June 2nd, 2008 11:33 am ET

The thing that most worries me about Hillary Clinton is her dishonesty. She seems to by very hungry for power, that she does anything to become persident, even lying and deceiving people. I'm so much worried, that she would lie to the American people and try to deceive them, if she becomes a president. And that is just what America had the last 7 years.

FreedomFromFear-Florida   June 2nd, 2008 11:32 am ET

WHO WOULD YOU WANT TO BE HEAD OF AMERICAN FAMILY???
DNC did best they could within the RULES that Hillary agreed to and confirmed when she said Michigan would not matter.

SHE IS NOT A FIGHTER - SHE HAD ALL INTENTIONS TO RUN BACK IN THE 90s and thought that she was a SHOE IN. Even with Bill's misdoings and her misspeakings. What makes some of us SO BLIND??? Wonder how MONICA LEWINSKY is voting???

OBAMA DID NOT play dirty - Did not TALK about BILL's adultery and lies to the court and country. HILLARY says that she would have left the CHURCH, she did not LEAVE BILL. Was it due to the plans to RUN now?
BILL did not fight the terrorists and Bin Laden while he knew of their existence and intentions.

HILLARY questions OBAMA's judgment: What kind of judgment is it to act so rabid as she has and not let the party advance to win back AMERICA. Hillary is concerned ONLY for herself.

HILLARY plays the race card, especially with Kentucky, West Virginia and the "Kennedy " comment. She made the unmistakably intended comment with the intention to "apologize" after the damage and incitement was done… incorrigible. Hillary herself caused what the Catholic preacher said. Pfleger TOLD THE TRUTH! Not nicely, but the truth. I have seen white and black leaders who dare to talk the way Americans talk at home, say the things Pfleger said in the pulpit.

EXPERIENCE: OBAMA has not been ingrained with politics as usual , such as being owned by the lobbyist.

Most Puerto Ricans are afraid of being victimized for their African American heritage and Hillary knows it. BILL won PR., not Hillary.

GIVING MORE MONEY TO OBAMA, EVEN IF IT IS GOING TO BAIL OUT HILLARY’S “NONDEMOCRATIC” CAMPAIGN.

indy dem   June 2nd, 2008 11:28 am ET

She's not winning the popular vote. That is a lie.

Reminds me of the run-up to war when bogus facts were stated over and over again ("saddam has an operational link with al queda for over a decade") …. until a majority of americans believed it.

It's a cynnical and immoral way to influence public opinion.

Is she the only person left not totally hungover from 8 years of being lied to?

the other jd   June 2nd, 2008 11:28 am ET

put on our big boy and big girl pants. i mean really, people.

Benjamin T.   June 2nd, 2008 11:27 am ET

Wow. I've never seen anything like this in my life. Totally out of touch with reality.

peakarach,des moines   June 2nd, 2008 11:27 am ET

BARACK HUSSEIN OBAMA TOP 10 LIST RUNNING MATES 08!

1. OSAMA.
2. MAHMOUD AHMADINEJAD.
3. KIM JUNG-IL.
4. FIDEL CASTRO.
5. KHALED MASHAAL.
6. REV.WRIGHT.
7. LOUISE FARRAKHAN.
8. BILL AYER.
9. MICHAEL PFLEGER.
10. TONY RESKO.

Oregon   June 2nd, 2008 11:26 am ET

Go away! We don't want you! Words that define you include "narcissistic" . . . "untruthful" . . . "unprincipled" . . . "egotistical" . . . "annoying" . . . "disloyal." These qualities disqualify even more as vice president. Just go away.

she looks resigned   June 2nd, 2008 11:26 am ET

The picture looks like she is resigned to the fact that she is not going to win the nomination.

Whether you think the outcome is fair or not, our political system is what it is. It always seems to not be fair for the loser. The success of the democratic party against McCain depends on the graciousness and selfless actions of the loser. If Obama goes on the win the nomination and the presidential election, Hillary can count that as a huge success for her. Afterall, it's about what is right for the country and the party, right? The Hillary supporters who are so angry and personally offended with a Hillary loss, voting for McCain out of spite is even worse than the perceived injustice of a Hiilary loss.

If Obama loses and Hillary goes on to the GE, Obama will graciously conced to her and help her win in whatever way he can. Note that fewer of Obama supporters calin to not want to support Hillary than the other way around. That says something very clearly to me about who is more concerned with unity.

wwf   June 2nd, 2008 11:26 am ET

To those who will vote for McCain if Obama is the nominee. You know where you can go. There are seven gates, so you should not have any trouble getting in.

CMitch, FW TX   June 2nd, 2008 11:26 am ET

Why would anyone want her to be president after her behavior through the primary? She is not who I want as commander in chief.

TERI   June 2nd, 2008 11:25 am ET

It is about time Hilary Clinton step back, accept that Obama has made the candidate for the Democratic Party. Clinton is starting to make a mockery of herself and the party. HILARY CLINTON >>>>>Don't disrespect the Party and yourself, it is time to stand behind Obama in grace.

Iowan - Caucus States Matter   June 2nd, 2008 11:25 am ET

Hillary Supporters

tell me why she should be the nominee

Obama leads in pledged delegates

Obama leads in superdelegates (one category she's lead in forever)

and Obama leads in the popular vote

(with every state counted obviously including caucus states because we have a say in the general election - puerto rico doesn't)

sounds like the will of the people want an end to a dynasty in politics

Dr. J   June 2nd, 2008 11:25 am ET

I never knew racism was so rampant. I can not understand how people can rail against Obama, who is not too far off from the views of Clinton, say they will vote for McCain or not vote, and then swear that Obama stole the election. Obama out smarted Hillary by using new techniques in fundraising and he surrounded himself with smart people. When you fight in an ugly manner, it comes back to haunt you. Most of the people who are against Obama are against him because of his race. I am just going to call it like I see it. If Obama was a white man, you would not hear half of these comments. This election reminds me of the movie " Birth of a Nation." DeClerk, used the same fear tactics to scare whites when blacks were running for public office. You if don't know your history, you are bound to repeat it.

Isabelle   June 2nd, 2008 11:22 am ET

For those of you that say "every vote counts," what about the people in Michigan who wanted to vote for Obama, but could not? What about people in Florida who only voted for Hillary because she has a recognizable last name and had not had the chance to see Obama speak there?

Michigan and Florida violated the rules of the Democratic party. The truely fair course of action would be a revote, but that will not happen because it costs more than the DNC or the states, or the people for that matter, are willing to spend.

The candidates agreed to remove their names from the Michigan ballot, but your hero Hillary did not. What does that say about her? Will she likewise make promises to foreign governments, then back out of them? Or, perhaps make promises to the American people that she does not honor.

Mark W   June 2nd, 2008 11:20 am ET

Only the Democratic party could manage to blow this after having the perfect political storm to regain the White House.

And when the Republicans win in November, there's only one group to blame:

Hillary and her egomaniacal self-aggrandizing selfish drive for power.

Reality   June 2nd, 2008 11:19 am ET

HILLARY FOR RETIREMENT 2008

Venette - Boston, MA   June 2nd, 2008 11:19 am ET

Senator Clinton, please bow out… It is over… You said in New Hampshire that you loved this country so much - if you do/did, accept the defeat; the American people will understand.

rylee   June 2nd, 2008 11:19 am ET

INDEPENDENT- HILLARY

Lisa   June 2nd, 2008 11:18 am ET

If this was Obama hanging on and not wanting to leave the race, the Clinton campaign and her supporters would be screaming for him to leave.Calling him a loser and a sore head. No one can say that is not true. Just cause her last name is Clinton does not give her the right to hold the democratic party in limbo.

Bridget   June 2nd, 2008 11:17 am ET

Good bye Sentor Clinton and I hope the DNC says Good bye too!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Amy   June 2nd, 2008 11:17 am ET

Funny how she's trying to take Obama's superdelegates away saying that it's okay when she is the same one who considered Superdelegates who supportered her then changed their mind and backed Obama "Traitors". Funny how the rules and ethics apply to everyone but her.

Jody   June 2nd, 2008 11:17 am ET

I thought Barack Obama was supposed to represent the "New Politics", but he is getting the nomination based on a bunch of back-door dealings with super delegates, and the DNC is awarding him delegates based on votes he never won!

Neither Obama nor Hillary will have clinched the nomination after Tuesday. So how will either of them win? Super delegates. But Hillary has an uphill battle there due to the DNC shoving her out the door, and a nice heafty dose of sexism within the party.

Talk about the shady, cigar-filled back room politics of Chicago. Obama has been a Chicago-style politician all along, and is the biggest hypocrite walking - and he pulls it off with a nice, arrogant flair.

Wise White Guy   June 2nd, 2008 11:16 am ET

Brian in Knoxville. We do understand perfectly well what motivates Hillary Clinton to run. She needs to win to stay out of prison. Plain and simple. If she does not win she will not be able to avoid being charged with a felony for Paul V Clinton. Maybe do some homework before you talk like you know anything. She is not who you think she is becasue you do not think.

Hillary all the way!!   June 2nd, 2008 11:16 am ET

Obama people are rude! So Rude! They want to boss everyone else around.. they want to make the decision for everyone.. Makes me dislike Obama even more…

FOR THE GOOD OF THE PARTY!! SHUT UP!

The DNC is going to do what they are going to do.. so stop degrading people.. You all are just like the freaky so called pastor and the madd so called Preist.. You have no respect for anyone including yourselves.. Get a grip and shut up! No wonder democrats that support Hillary are threatening to vote for McCain.. GOOD GRIEF!

Ex-Democrat in Iowa   June 2nd, 2008 11:16 am ET

It amazes me that Hillary is being accused of dividing the party. Typical comment from an Obamabot.

Here's the real deal: Hillary was a shoo-in for the presidency. It's the Obamabots that abandoned her and divided the party. Half of the democratic base has been with her the entire time.

Again I ask, who's divided the party? You people are a real piece of work.

Go team

Debbie,NJ   June 2nd, 2008 11:14 am ET

JFK. We live in a democracy. People vote for who they want in office. THe people have voted. Most delegates, most states won and most popular votes (in spite of what Hillary says). This is what it takes to win the nomination. If Hillary had these counts then there would be no argument as to who is winning, but she doesn't.

FreedomFromFear-Florida   June 2nd, 2008 11:14 am ET

SO RIGHT CANDI!

No McSame   June 2nd, 2008 11:14 am ET

She looks more and more like CHUCKIE. Good sparing session for Obama but now it's time to move on to the real thing.

amused democrat   June 2nd, 2008 11:09 am ET

dear fans of mrs clinton, you know a few people also voted obama all those delegates which dont really matter. over a 100 more delegates than clinton has. tell me who you think will be disenfranchised if by some odd magic (um crazy maths) the person leading onvoted delegates loses due to superdelegates choices. for all of you ignoring the caucuses, and the people backing tainted votes of FL and MI without any campaigning. for the good of the country and democrats, hope hilary doesnt get her way.

mac   June 2nd, 2008 11:09 am ET

We have had eight years of a president who didn't feel bound by rules. We really don't need one who makes up the rules as she goes along.

Isaac   June 2nd, 2008 11:09 am ET

If she continues on with the contest beyond Tuesday and tries to strong arm the superdelegates into switching their vote, then all she'll accomplish is making a sizable portion of her own superdelegate supporters switch to Obama. NO ONE wants this to drag on any further, and NO ONE likes a bully!

Jewish Women For Obama   June 2nd, 2008 11:08 am ET

Options? What options?
I just cannot wait to see this woman ruin her reputation and her husband's legacy!

Don Scollins   June 2nd, 2008 11:08 am ET

Hillary how can you get up on stage, look in the camera and try to convince people you got screwed by YOUR PARTY? To me your opinion and that of your over zealous supporters who can't stand the fact that they aren't getting ALL OF THEIR WAY and then opt for the no unity card have zero credibility wth me. Hillary and her supporters need to go rinse the bad taste out of their mouths then search their souls and ask this question am I about The Greater Good or am I only concerned about myself and my feelings. One of the biggest problems we face is a vast number of self indulgent poor sports who, when the dust clears, decide on Personalties instead of Principles. I find that Pathetic, frankly it angers me. The Clinton Supporters, of which I was one until she started adding the FL and MI popular vote numbers to her tally as if those two primaries went off as planned, NEWS FLASH … THEY DIDN'T!! Both candidates knew in advance of the vote and agreed on the sanctions PERIOD OVER AND OUT. Are any of you nieve enough to say Hillary would be just as demanding if they were in Obama's position? If you say yes .. do us a favor and go shoot yourself before you have a chance to get some other idiot to agree with you. Bottom Line Hilliary fans Are you going to be pat of the problem or part of the SOLUTION? Don S.

BigAce   June 2nd, 2008 11:08 am ET

Reply to "Changed Mind"

If Obama did stated that he would make mistakes if he were president, I don't understand what your issue is.

You don't want to hear the truth? You would rather your candidate lie to you? Can you name any president that hasn't made a mistake while in office? No? Didn't think so. Another pointless statement.

Terry in New York   June 2nd, 2008 11:07 am ET

She's so wacked out. Does she have to get shaken and told to wake up? hard to believe anyone could be that full of herself.

FloridaHalfVoter   June 2nd, 2008 11:07 am ET

She's not ahead in the popular vote, if you impose the same penalty of voting on the citizens who voted in Florida and Michigan as the delegates from that state… Those elections weren't fair, but I do love Mrs. Clinton… She is a champion of the people… she should be around forever.
Vote Obama!

FreedomFromFear-Florida   June 2nd, 2008 11:06 am ET

WHO WOULD YOU WANT TO BE HEAD OF AMERICAN FAMILY???
DNC did best they could within the RULES that Hillary agreed to and confirmed when she said Michigan would not matter.
OBAMA DID NOT play dirty - Did not TALK about BILL's adultery and lies to the court and country. HILLARY says that she would have left the CHURCH, she did not LEAVE BILL. Was it due to the plans to RUN now? Phleger TOLD THE TRUTH!
BILL did not fight the terrorists and Bin Laden while he knew of their existence and intentions.
HILLARY questions OBAMA's judgment: What kind of judgment is it to act so rabid as she has and not let the party advance to win back AMERICA. Hillary is concerned ONLY for herself.
HILLARY plays the race card, especially with Kentucky, West Virginia and the "Kennedy " comment. She made the unmistakably intended comment with the intention to "apologize" after the damage and incitement was done… incorrigible.
EXPERIENCE: OBAMA has not been ingrained with politics as usual , such as being owned by the lobbyist.
Most Puerto Ricans are afraid of being victimized for their African American heritage and Hillary knows it.
GIVING MORE MONEY TO OBAMA, EVEN IF IT IS GOING TO BAIL OUT HILLARY’S “NONDEMOCRATIC” CAMPAIGN.

Magee-Aguilar   June 2nd, 2008 11:06 am ET

She's like a house guest that doesn't know when to leave.

Ross   June 2nd, 2008 11:06 am ET

Clinton's Campaign Obituary, to be featured in every newspaper accross the country Wednesday morning: Hillary Rodham Clinton's campaign died of exhaustion late Tuesday night. Her campaign was 14 months old.

After 14 months of continuous struggle, the superdelegates of the Democratic party decided to end her long fought battle with Barack Obama by supporting the candidate they feel and felt all along would best represent the views, thoughts and beliefs of the Democratic party, not just women and uneducated white voters.

Services will be held in various locations throughout the country in locations where people still feel that Hillary should be the nominee, but must now come to accept the fact that indeed she WILL NOT BE.

In lieu of flowers, please send contributions to the Obama Campaign to help ensure that the Democrats take back the White House in November.

Kevin   June 2nd, 2008 11:05 am ET

Obama and his cult supporters have hijacked the Democratic party. We had a perfectly good candidate in Hillary Clinton before you lot came on the scene. You don't even care about how he worked his way up the political ladder, never doing the job he's paid to do just grabbing the next one up. He is a total fraud who will ditch friends of 20 years on the pretence that he has only just found them unsavoury.

Honest man for Obama   June 2nd, 2008 11:05 am ET

Thank man for seeing the future and speaking your mind.

She has became the most divisive democrats in history and she is the first woman to attempt to divide democrat ever in history of democrats.
Way to go Hillary, popular votes; when every candidate see that they are not going to get the nominee they simply dropped out way before half the primary and support the front runner.

so, no one really thinks popular vote is a priority, if they think so many candidate that have left the contest would have stay in the race.

If John Edward didn' dropped out and the rest didn't dropped out Hillary will not have goetten so many votes she is bragging about.

Popular votes doesn't give you the nominee, it a shame that Hillary wants to put her name in a negative democratic book in history.

Ex-Hillary supporter   June 2nd, 2008 11:04 am ET

It is sad that she turned out to be such a huge disappointment as our first viable female candidate. Her lack of integrity is a major flaw.

scott   June 2nd, 2008 11:04 am ET

So many Hilary haters. This is an incredibly close race, she has every reason to stay in the race. I hope she wins!! She is much more experienced and can win the swing states that obama can't.

for Obama   June 2nd, 2008 11:04 am ET

To changed mind:

Are you a perfect man? Oh, good for you.
And H. Clinton never makes mistakes. Never.
You got it, I hope. :)

ruby   June 2nd, 2008 11:03 am ET

This Democratic Presidential primary election was never going to be fair. Welcome to the world of Chicago/Illinois Politics. The Democratic nominee must now be determined behind closed doors? If Obama is selected as the Democratic nominee, this the change we can believe in: Barack Obama = Politics, Chicago Style.
As they say in Chicago: "The fix is in."

Independant now   June 2nd, 2008 11:03 am ET

Anyone who wants Hillary to quit now is either sexist or racist.

Charlie   June 2nd, 2008 11:03 am ET

I think its SICK if OBAMA gets the nomination ( This means that not one single vote counted ) Because Hillary got more votes than obama did. I believe with the rest of the country that The Popular vote ( Most votes counted should be the winner ) I will never vote again if Obama steals this election. Or i Might just vote for Mccain

J   June 2nd, 2008 11:03 am ET

HRC, the divider, makes Republican happy!

Kavin   June 2nd, 2008 11:02 am ET

She's right about Superdelegates being able to switch their vote. That's been evident over the past month as dozens of her Superdelegates have switched over to Obama….and it could get worse. When that happens, what excuse will she come up with…."they're abandoning me because I'm a woman!"

Marie   June 2nd, 2008 11:02 am ET

Whatever happens, Hillary, you and Barack have done more to involve people in the political process than anything has EVER done. You both need to be commended for that. The whole country is paying attention at last. Well done!

Praetorian, Fort Myers   June 2nd, 2008 10:59 am ET

Because it's so close between the two of them…I think it would be best to hammer it out and let the public settle with the conventinaires decision.

white male in pa   June 2nd, 2008 10:58 am ET

If Hillary does not win the nom that is due to her. I will vote McCain all the way

AmyinTexas   June 2nd, 2008 10:58 am ET

She's a megalomaniac!

Gail   June 2nd, 2008 10:58 am ET

Go Hillary !

You have been a great canidate and I have enjoyed wathing you campaign…

All I can say if you don't get the nomination and he dosn't pick you as VP he will be very sorry politician.

Woman that you have appeled to all along will be moving towards another canidate or not vote at all.

MARK MY WORDS their is a movment regarding this matter woman will be making a statment in the fall…

NEWSFLASH   June 2nd, 2008 10:57 am ET

NEWSFLASH June 2nd, 2008 10:07 am ET
Your comment is awaiting moderation.
Hillary, here are your options:

1. Admit Defeat
2. Admit Defeat

Post it already. Sheesh!

Tim   June 2nd, 2008 10:57 am ET

We will have a nominee this week and the party will unite.

Obama 08/12!!!

Kerry   June 2nd, 2008 10:56 am ET

OMG

Hillary, just please go away!

Jack in ND   June 2nd, 2008 10:56 am ET

I've always been offput by the Clinton's arrogant belief that they are the only ones who not only can win, but surely will, and that Obama simply cannot.

It's akin to Karl Rove and his "you have your math and I have THE math" in 2006.

And we all know how 2006 turned out.

Walter   June 2nd, 2008 10:56 am ET

GET OUT!

EGabelli   June 2nd, 2008 10:56 am ET

I was appalled by Harold Ickes outrageous grandstanding! He was playing to the crowd for Hillary Clinton's ambitions at the expense of the Democratic Party's success in taking back this Presidency and repairing the damage done to this country by the Republicans.

AND now Hillary Clinton is lying about the popular vote, which has no bearing whatsoever on who our party nominates!

The Clinton campaign and supporters seem determined to sabotage the Democrats' chances in the general election if she is not the nominee. What does that tell you and the other Super Delegates?!

First, the Clinton's said they wanted the FL and MI delegates seated; and when the Committee gave them what they wanted by seating the delegates (even though these states broke the rules), AND the Committee gave Clinton a proportional share in FL, AND the Obama campaign graciously did not squabble over the 50/50 split in MI and gave Clinton the most delegates there (despite the fact that Obama was not even on the ballot!), Ickes had the gall and the nerve to make it sound as if Clinton was cheated and somehow Obama was responsible for hijacking the nomination!??!

Hillary Clinton has gone too far and has succeeded in giving the Women's Movement a bad name!

I am outraged at the recent behavior of the Clinton's and their campaign! And every Democrat who genuinely loves this country should be outraged too.

A White Female over 60!

Kenneth Lindsey   June 2nd, 2008 10:56 am ET

Maybe she doesot know how to spell the words it over I will help her out this contest it is 2118

Obalegerwright   June 2nd, 2008 10:55 am ET

I have never seen such rethoric from a pulpit in my adult life. I never thought of Catholic Priest as fire and brimstone preachers. This church seems to bring out the worst in people. What kind of church cheers at the humilation of people? These people were standing up falling down laughing and cheering at this display of hate and racism by Pfleger. He knew what they wanted to hear and he gave it to them. Catholic Priest who are pedophiles, do not stand at the pulpit and profess their perversions, to the cheers of the congregation.

Sam   June 2nd, 2008 10:54 am ET

Honestly, it is about time for Clinton to step aside and ambrace and believe in Obama's "Change". It is upsetting to watch a person, who for apparently personal glory, push so relentlessly forward at the expense of pushing everyone back including the once-united Democratic Party. What even more sad is their wishful thinking of actually getting the Popular Vote by arguing that Michigan and Florida votes should be counted when she was, months earlier mute about it when she saw herself ahead in the race. Hillary should be ashamed of herself and should begin to accept the inevitable.

Obama for President or, if for any reason Hillary actually gets away with this one (something I'm sure is NOT of God's making), McCain for President.

Los Angeles Democrat   June 2nd, 2008 10:54 am ET

You'll notice HR Clinton has a Black man depicted in his picture, standing "behind" her. How ridiculous.

For the record, I am a Black 52 year old woman who was ready to vote for HRC UNTIL she came up with the "I'm white" statement a couple of weeks ago. I interpreted that statement to mean that she did not need or want MY vote, but was targeting whites. I did not CARE about her race until she made that statement.

Now I am an Obama fan. I will cast my Black vote for Obama.

Toni

CitizenS   June 2nd, 2008 10:54 am ET

She will divide the party or die trying. Unbelievable. States"wo"manship? Honor? Democracy? Sounds like none of the above concern HRC. This is why this country is in a down sprial because of people like this who make up the government. Her underlying tactic is plain to see for those who care to look. She is basically, chipping away at any hope of unity or a democratic win if she is not the nominee. Oh, it would be grand if someone was smart enough to turn the table on her. However, we can buy into this nice-nasty routine of hers or we can say, let us do the right decision for this country to regain our eminence in power worldwide, reign in the terror evoking critics and say YES WE CAN! to rebuilding our country.

Dem in CA   June 2nd, 2008 10:53 am ET

Yeah, let's get all the supers to go against the will of the voters - good plan, Clinton. So much for the will of the people. With Clinton it seems the rule, "My way or the highway," is more apt.

She's approached this primary contest like Bush has approached the Iraq war. The similarities are eerie.

What do YOU know   June 2nd, 2008 10:53 am ET

She is the most dispicable political figure since GWB. Think about that one.

jr   June 2nd, 2008 10:53 am ET

She has a point. The super delegates may in fact think she is the stronger candidate. But they will not change their support of Obama and go with her. The party wants to rid itself once and for all of the political influence the Clinton's have held over thier heads since Bill's presidency. The only problem with this approach is she wil be back in 2012 to run against McCain and they will really be beholding to her then.

Tiffany   June 2nd, 2008 10:51 am ET

What Hillary is now doing is a sign that she is not in this to win for America but for self. She had the nerce to compare the debalce with FL and MI to the voting issues in Zimbabwe. Not only is that and insult to the many people fighting for Democracy and their lives in Zimbabwe it shows that even if she by some miracel "won" the nomination, she could no more bring the party together as she could bring funds together to support her failed candidacy.
She is trying to use the sexisim ploy to gain support for an already failed campaign. Yes sexisim certainly exists and has been displayed in this campaing race, however her people did not advise her well and she did not run the race well! Admit to it and move on - the country is hurting and we have yet to feel the real economic crunch. Stop fighting a losing battle Senator Clinton - let's focus on winning the battle for White House with Senator Obama. You've discounted the millions that have voted for him and that is wrong!! MOVE ON!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Becca   June 2nd, 2008 10:51 am ET

Every time Hillary is asked, she changes the rules to suit her purposes.

First, MI and FL won't count. She and her campaign signed the document last year that said they don't count. The honest candidates pulled their names off the ballots. She stayed on.

Now she's in trouble and she's all but denied she signed these documents and insists, nay DEMANDS, that they all be counted.

Further hypocrisy ensues when she insists that the caucus votes not be counted. Let's be clear - this isn't Howard Dean's system - this is the Democratic party's system that's been in place for many years, not just the last four. She knew what the process was when she started to run.

Way to go - let's discount the ones you didn't win and only count the ones that broke the rules you signed.

If anything, she's setting women in politics back by decades by continuing to cry and whine and accuse sexism of her opposition. Mostly, she's driving many potential voters away from the whole process, by insisting the rules only benefit her candidacy to the exclusion of other candidates and all the voters (not just the ones who voted for her).

M. Delano   June 2nd, 2008 10:50 am ET

GOOOO HILLARY!!

What an incredible power of example–strength, grace, tenacity and commitment!

Without a doubt, she is the best candidate, both in terms of electability and credentials.

curtis   June 2nd, 2008 10:50 am ET

Hillary cant understand that the super delegates will not overturn this election. The future of the democratic party lies in Obama and the millions of new voters he brings to the table.Even if he dosent win in the general election the democractic party will have solidified its base and created a huge new pool of voters for a generation to come.This is the reason the democrats have a great looking future. Students are reaching the voting age daily and the majorty of them are Obama supporters. GO DEMOCRATCS.

Randy M   June 2nd, 2008 10:50 am ET

Yes Hillary, when the SD's get a chance to reflect they'll wonder why they didn't help eliminate you weeks ago. Not only has the fat lady sung but the band is packing up their instruments.

Deb   June 2nd, 2008 10:50 am ET

Hillary it is time to exit gracefully. You are a strong political candidate with much to offer but your conduct during this primary season left a lot to be desired.

Obama '08

Soupy   June 2nd, 2008 10:49 am ET

Maybe it is time for CNN to stop repeating Clinton's claim that she is ahead in the popular vote. It's just not true.

Florida voter   June 2nd, 2008 10:49 am ET

I am amazed that anyone is buying the argument that Sentor Clinton is making. Everyone should just call her out on her attempt to steal the nomination. I'm pretty sure if you would go back and ask a lot of the people who voted for her in the primary if they would vote for her again a lot of them would say no. Her true character has come out since she has fallen behind and I tell you it aint pretty. Talk about buyers remorse!

The Lady   June 2nd, 2008 10:48 am ET

In all honesty Hillary knows it is over but how can you make the statment after she has been claiming that she is a fighter.

marylee wagerman atlanta,ga   June 2nd, 2008 10:48 am ET

JULY 4 = INDEPENDENCE DAY FROM THE CLINTONS

Joe   June 2nd, 2008 10:48 am ET

I am afraid that "it is not over" till she makes sure that Obama will not win and that she will have another shot at driving us all NUTS in 2012. This person is clearly out of control. I think we should all "reserve the right" to question if she has lost her mind or if she is just trying to make sure that we all nuts from listening to her complaining. Make her go away and live happily ever after with hubby Bill. They sure deserve each other.

doofus   June 2nd, 2008 10:45 am ET

Hillary,' I love and admire you but PLEASE leave with dignity

martin   June 2nd, 2008 10:45 am ET

here's an option.go home!

rdbtwthlins   June 2nd, 2008 10:44 am ET

Superdeleges cast their votes in August. What could possibly happen before August!?

Rob   June 2nd, 2008 10:44 am ET

Let's see how we can get the supers to switch…
None of the caucus states count.
Michigan will not count–unless I change my mind
West Virginia is the most important state in the country; Virginia, although much larger doesn't count
Rules only count when I want them to

Sure Hill, I see your point

Stephen Rydell   June 2nd, 2008 10:44 am ET

Fight on Hillary,you're the best canidate.

LA-Ann Arbor   June 2nd, 2008 10:41 am ET

Hang in there, Hillary. As you said earlier, you don't walk off the court before the game is over. Thank you for inspiring us and for working so hard.

MELMARIE   June 2nd, 2008 10:40 am ET

I am sooo tired of Hillary claiming that people were telling her to get out the race as early as January! At that time she was the sure nominee. Only when she lost 11 straight contests did people really start to do the math. She needs to get over herself and come to terms with these results.

Chris   June 2nd, 2008 10:39 am ET

I have to give her credit for sticking with it this far, though her stubborness I think actually helps to divide her own party. She should spend her time working on her obviously unhappy marriage instead of flushing the family fortune down the drain.

Pope   June 2nd, 2008 10:39 am ET

its like the world series went like this

game 1 HC 10 BO 0
game 2 HC 2 BO 3
game 3 HC 10 BO 0
game 4 HC 2 BO 3
game 5 H C 2 BO 3
Game 6 HC 10 BO 0
game 7 HC 2 BO 3

Barack Obama wins series 4 games to 3

however Hillary declares herself the winner based on most runs scored

truly ridicolous…. Hillary loves to changes the rules when they dont favor her…. she was 100% for the DNC sanctions of MI and FLA… when it wasnt in her favor …she is the champion for those states voting rights….. where was HILLARY month and months after the DNC sanction? she had nothing to say about it.. TILL SHE FELL BEHIND…

Obama 08 or Mccain 08…. no Billary

Debbie   June 2nd, 2008 10:39 am ET

I can't believe I ever supported this woman. If she were a man I would have dumped her long ago in disgust. Every day that goes by, as I listen to her dissembling and blatant lies, all I can think about is George W. Bush. Back in the 90's I was horrified at the way the Clintons were pilloried…I can't believe that I am now starting to understand possible reasons why, and even to agree with them.

Hillary, if you REALLY care for America the way you say you do, stop what you're doing right now. You're cheapening the system, and yourself. If you ever want the option again to be the Democratic candidate, you're not doing yourself any favors. Keep it up and you'll end up outside the Senate. The people of New York are starting to wonder why you're so tenacious in pursuit of what YOU want, as opposed to what they NEED.

Monte   June 2nd, 2008 10:39 am ET

In spite of the media bias for Obama, Sen. Clinton has proven over and over that she is the best person to lead this country. I truly hope that all of you Clinton haters will at least give her the courtesy she is due. Millions of people voted for her even knowing that the "chosen one" had been annointed 15 months ago.
Because of the way Sen.Clinton has been treated by the media and Obama camp, thousands and thousands of Sen. Clinton's supporters will either vote for John McCain or just stay home.
Are you now going to start bashing John McCain, who just a few short months ago, he was the media star? Bet you do, since Obama has conned you into thinking he is riding in on a white horse to save the world. You should stop and think about the radical friends he surrounds himself with…do you want friends like that in the White House?
All this talk about Sen. Clinton needs to tell her people to unite around Obama, IT ISN'T GOING TO HAPPEN.

John in Missouri   June 2nd, 2008 10:38 am ET

Please Senator Clinton, do not divide the party over such triviality. It is time to realize that the race is over, and Obama is the Nominee. You still have time to regain the support you once had in the eyes of all that support the Democratic Party. Do not destroy what credibility you now have and make it difficult for a woman to once again run for President. It sounds to me as if your ambition trumps your commitment to the Democratic Party. Support what I feel is an obvious conclusion, that Senator Obama has won the nomination and get behind his candidacy and lets win back the White House and Congress of this, the Greatest Nation in the World. Thanks and God bless you for your efforts.

Bitter in Texas   June 2nd, 2008 10:38 am ET

Tuesday evening might be a good time to start supporting Sen. Obama. Thanking you in advance for your support!!!! Oh, and could you get Bill to support Sen Obama also??

LB   June 2nd, 2008 10:38 am ET

Please just bow out with your head held high, for all of our sakes! It's not worth tearing the party apart. It's time to move forward and bring our party together. You said you're concerned about our party, but lately, it seems like you're more concerned about yourself and keeping the Clinton legacy alive. You did not campaign in FL or MI when you found out their votes wouldn't count, so it obviously didn't bother you that much…..until you fell behind. I honestly believe that had you not fallen behind, you would not have fought for these votes the way you have. You want a Democrat in the White House, 37 states said they want Barack. It's time you get behind him so we can move forward and do so and get this country on track to a better way of living.

austbill   June 2nd, 2008 10:38 am ET

Hillary is a winner in my opinion and should be the democratic nominee for president.

Go Hillary!!!

Darren M.   June 2nd, 2008 10:37 am ET

Somebody call security to escort "Madam President" to the street.

Sam for Hillary   June 2nd, 2008 10:37 am ET

We I think of fuzzy math, this goes beyond fuzzy math. This is sad day for the Democrats. Hillary needs to move forward, unless she wants to continue to destroy herself and the Democratic party. Sorry sweetie, but it is over. Barack has won fair and square. Suck it up.

???   June 2nd, 2008 10:37 am ET

The picture proves what we've feared all along: she's possessed.

AJ   June 2nd, 2008 10:37 am ET

One of her options is to leave the democratic party and run as an independent. I hope she will consider it. Obama would be a disaster for our country. I will not support him in the fall. Better McCain than that arrogant gasbag.

Rena   June 2nd, 2008 10:37 am ET

It is shameful how Hillary has run her campaign. MI and FL was not a concern when was the front runner and now that she is losing she has made such as a ruckert; I just can't see this party uniting on the end. It would a big surprise if it does. I caught the very ending of DNC review board Saturday and I heard Donna Walters make such a profound statement of how her mother always taught to play by the rules and when you try to change the rules in the middle of game it is considered cheating. I totally agree with her and I don't care who is winning or losing we must learn to comply with rules.

Though Hillary has drawn this election out thus far; something good came out of this the Clintons have shown us their true heart and spirit and that is divineness, selfishness and yes their racism as well. I am very disappointed in them for many had great respect for them. Hillary has hurt herself more than she knows, because many will remember this for a long time. Whether white or black the Clintons have shown themselves in the most negative and dangerous way ever believed. She must remember when and if she ever runs for office again she will need the very same people she has offended greatly it will take more than hard working white Americans and old people to win.

Secondly, I believe in fairness no matter who is involved. Obama has not in any way a negative campaign towards Hillary nor has he tried to show racism but however tried to outcast this type of behavior. Yet he has been critically hit with racism and division from very angle. It's pretty sad that we now hold people accountable for the actions of another person. If you notice not one time did Obama attack Hillary negatively while running his campaign but he gets no acknowledgment of that; but we can't say the same for Hillary.

Lastly, I must now agree with the old saying of many black men when they say, "A black has to work twice or three times as hard to get to the top." Obama played by their rules and has been penalized in every way possible. I know that the political arena is a dirty field to work in and Obama has shown America one thing about itself when it comes to the political arena and that is that America does not truly want change that will cause us to have right judgment and to change the negativeness that surrounds the political field.

Winner   June 2nd, 2008 10:37 am ET

Boston will win in 5.

OBAMA SUPPORTER IN IOWA   June 2nd, 2008 10:36 am ET

I think she should be more humble and realize that many of her votes were from Republicans who were participating in Operation Chaos (Rush Limbaugh). Some call it "strategic voting", I call it outright lying. She can't believe for a minute that we Obama supporters would rally behind her after the dirty campaign she has run. We are tired of the lying and backroom deals.

Obama '08

Tom in S.A.   June 2nd, 2008 10:36 am ET

The democratic party is such a joke, I can't believe you all want them in office. How in the world did they come up with the rules(another joke) they use. You can vote all you want but it doesn't matter, the super dels will make the final decision. YOUR VOTE DOESN'T MATTER!

Jeff D, South Bend, IN   June 2nd, 2008 10:36 am ET

Except that YOU ARE NOT HEAD IN THE POPULAR VOTE UNLESS YOU THROW OUT ALL OF THE CAUCUS STATES. God I hate your constant web of lies, lies, lies. Even your supporters are bailing on you now (Rendell, Vilsack, Richardson, etc)

You are no better than that nutcase "Harriet Christian from New York" that made an appearance over the weekend.

There will be a woman President one day soon. But it will not be you.

Thank god.

Debbie,NJ   June 2nd, 2008 10:35 am ET

Why would they shift. She has broken DNC rules, come up against them, divided the party, incited a rally in DC against the rules committee, and pretty much have been against party unity.

Rick in Florida   June 2nd, 2008 10:35 am ET

WHY have folks been trying to get you out of the race since Iowa, Hillary???? DUH !!! It's because they don't like you, don't trust you, and are afraid of what your husband could get up to if he ever gets back into the White House…..just read VANITY FAIR this week and read about how people have tried to do an INTERVENTION on Bill, for his obsession with other "ladies" while on the 2008 campaign trail.

Do we REALLY want or need this drama for the next 4 years when we have such important issues to resolve?? NO…..and thats why we all wanted (and still want) you OUT and GONE.

marin   June 2nd, 2008 10:34 am ET

OMG!!!

The delusional narcissist really believes that committed super delegates will change their minds?!!

Wow! Welcome to Planet Hillary!!

Denial   June 2nd, 2008 10:34 am ET

you mean defect from you to obama .. that's the only logical direction …

Mark, Berwyn, PA   June 2nd, 2008 10:34 am ET

Will CNN or any other news network call out this woman on her absolutely false statements regarding her lies about the popular vote count? Do any news networks have a sliver of a backbone to confront the Clinton machine, or are they all scared little school boys, afraid of the big bully's Bill and Hillary???? It's digusting and it is about dang time the news stood up and said once and for all; Hillary and team, you are flat our lying about the popular vote count so we are no longer going to cover your lies and spin. Please, anyone with a spine out there???

And by the way, Puerto Rico DOES NOT COUNT!!! They DO NOT VOTE!!!!! And, only 20% of the Dems showed up to vote. Pathetic turnout. Why is this newsworthy?????!!!!!!!

Midge from Ohio   June 2nd, 2008 10:34 am ET

She is a strong women. I pray that the Obamabots do not have "buyers remorse" but I can see it happening. He is weak and inexperienced.

Emily from Fredericksburg   June 2nd, 2008 10:33 am ET

The Superdelegates won't shift because they are afraid of what African-Amercians will do if they don't nominate this black man. Despite their false countenance, the black bogeyman still lives in their closets, and they are afraid of a Rodney King verdict-like reaction. Shame on this party and it's so-called leaders. When McCain wins in November, the reaction will be the same… but with Hillary as the nominee, at least the Democrats would have the White House. Of course they will blame the Clinton's for the loss… that's easier than acknowledging that racism & sexism are the true causes.

Kim   June 2nd, 2008 10:33 am ET

To all the superdelegates. The people have spoken and you should support Hillary in her bid for the nomination. Obama has no chance of winning come November.

P, CA   June 2nd, 2008 10:33 am ET

That picture is weird… don't they use that same camera angle in a lot of sci-fi movies? Clinton looks like an android or something.

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Bad Sport   June 2nd, 2008 10:33 am ET

Hillary please….you are making a fool out of yourself…Why can't you leave gracefully and stop this unneeded continuation of trying to convince everyone you are the best. Obviously if you were you would have won….You continue to attack Obama while he sits back and says how great you are. There is something very wrong here…Even your campaign says you have lost….

Mel