Comments on: McCain slams Obama over Middle East at pro-Israel forum

By: Tony, Miami

Tony, Miami — Mon, 02 Jun 2008 16:13:33 +0000

McCain let me see if you can put your hands over your head. Becarefull if you get stopped by the police and they ask you to do it and you don't you will be charged with resisting arrest.

By: Ron Bailey

Ron Bailey — Mon, 02 Jun 2008 16:12:37 +0000

McCain only knows one thing, war. He doesn't have a clue about the things that matter to the people. Don't let that maverick label fool you. He is the other side of the same coin BUSH!

By: Randy - Denver

Randy - Denver — Mon, 02 Jun 2008 16:12:20 +0000

painted his potential rival Barack Obama as naive about the Middle East.

So Mr. McCain what IS the difference between Shi'ia and Sunni?
How about the difference between a "terrorist" and someone fighting to overthrow an occupying country?

until you can answer those questions I suggest you reframe from attacking Mr. Obama as naive ok?

By: Clara

Clara — Mon, 02 Jun 2008 16:12:07 +0000

For anyone who has traveled outside the U.S to a foreign county; it makes you love this country even more. The security of this country is threatened and Obama is not the man to protect us. He is an extremist with all the views of a foreign dictator...

By: Foreign observer

Foreign observer — Mon, 02 Jun 2008 16:11:44 +0000

Not to talk with Iran means not to show respect for them. Arrogance never has proven to be a good guideline.

By: jim

jim — Mon, 02 Jun 2008 16:10:55 +0000

I can already predict, having seen just a few campaign photos, that I'm going to get VERY tired of seeing McCain give the thumbs-up sign.

By: Susie from OH

Susie from OH — Mon, 02 Jun 2008 16:10:12 +0000

What in the heck will johnny do when he does not have a monitor to say something???? I cannot wait until Barack gets him in a debate, without a monitor, my friend.

By: Beka

Beka — Mon, 02 Jun 2008 16:10:09 +0000

McBush should run for President of Iraq since its all he seems to care about.

By: Ovie

Ovie — Mon, 02 Jun 2008 16:10:05 +0000

McSame, you are just naive about the reality of the rest of the world. If you continue the rogue style policy of George W. Bush you will get the same results. You must understand that other people also have brains to reason, think and do whatever they need to do, so cunstructive dialogue is always the best way to resolve problems that have sustainable solutions.

By: Steve - Philadelphia

Steve - Philadelphia — Mon, 02 Jun 2008 16:09:28 +0000

Why doesn't McCain just move to Israel and become their Prime Minister? It's obvious they have had trouble for the past 60 years finding someone with ethics and honor to run their country. Their PMs just can't seem to turn down "private donations." Why in the world do we support this warmongering mini-state? I will NOT allow my son to fight in any war that tangentially supports Israel such as our current operation in Iraq.

By: WOW - Cedar Hill, TX

WOW - Cedar Hill, TX — Mon, 02 Jun 2008 16:09:18 +0000

McCain, watching this guy is like, watching paint dry......He is the most boring person alive.....

McCain we respect your services in the military, but OMG, you have got to be the biggest joke alive as well. You can't remember anything about what is going on in the world today concerning the war, so why should we listen to you.

By: Matt - One of the Proud 28% in WV

Matt - One of the Proud 28% in WV — Mon, 02 Jun 2008 16:08:29 +0000

Aww Deb, it's too bad that Hillary ISN'T winning the popular vote, otherwise you might have a point.

It's laughable that you'd put yourself and your children/family in a worse position than we're in now by voting for McCain.

CNN – Learn2PostComments.

By: Scott, Charlotte

Scott, Charlotte — Mon, 02 Jun 2008 16:08:28 +0000

Old man yells at cloud !!

By: P.D.

P.D. — Mon, 02 Jun 2008 16:07:56 +0000

I've been on NPR all morning listening to the meeting.
McCain was literally quivering with gleeful anticipation of warring with Iran. His voice was uncharacteristically animated as he talked.
The man should be examined and treated for PTS.
So what, he was a POW, as were hundreds of other soldiers.
His POW status does not a President make.
He is BAD NEWS for this country.

By: Creative Woody

Creative Woody — Mon, 02 Jun 2008 16:06:38 +0000

We've had 4000 years of fighting and bloodshed in the Middle East.
McCain says more of the same.
Obama says why don't we try something new for once?

By: Matthew

Matthew — Mon, 02 Jun 2008 16:06:08 +0000

He's talking about the war because he's at a pro Israel forum idiots.

By: LT for Obama

LT for Obama — Mon, 02 Jun 2008 16:06:05 +0000

I was originally annoyed by this man, now I am just plain scared of what he will do if he gets in office.

Democrats, independents, republicans, etc., it is time to support Obama overwhelmingly as he is on track to be the nominee and make sure we save our country from more war, higher gas prices, etc.

By: Chris Thorn

Chris Thorn — Mon, 02 Jun 2008 16:03:58 +0000

What I don't understand is why this gets some huge headline like, "McCain slams Obama..." This is CNN for cripes sake. He didn't slam Obama and just like many of the posters have already said, he's repeating himself. Why don't you guys dig deeper and give us some real news about McCain. OBAMA 08!!!

By: Walt, Belton,TX

Walt, Belton,TX — Mon, 02 Jun 2008 16:03:25 +0000

Sucking up to the pro-Israel gang will not endear McCain to the middle roaders who think we've kissed their butts long enough. Time we let them swim by themselves and quit playing lifeguard..

By: Don Hunt

Don Hunt — Mon, 02 Jun 2008 16:03:08 +0000

These McCain policies are not a surprise. He is using his experience that was acquired in a different world to solve problems in a completely different world. He is out of touch with today.

By: "Sometimes a soldier just doesn't know the war is over!

"Sometimes a soldier just doesn't know the war is over! — Mon, 02 Jun 2008 16:02:47 +0000

Here is another one, he couldn't slam anything, he is too old. His Social Securty number is 0.

By: Bob the FL

Bob the FL — Mon, 02 Jun 2008 16:02:06 +0000

To anthony,
McCain is not a fiscal conservative simply considering that he is completely for the continuation of the war in Iraq which has cost us up to 3 trillion dollars in 5 years. He is the same faux conservative that Bush has left us dwelling upon, I for one am for Obama because what brought down the soviet union: it was negotiation and that was used with so many other superpowers.

By: Uncle Sam

Uncle Sam — Mon, 02 Jun 2008 16:00:49 +0000

Have you heard that electing Sen. Obama means a third Bush term?
Hey, it makes about as much sense as when it is pinned on Sen. McCain. Oh yeah, and Obama is also a warmonger. And senile. Allegedly.

By: Pete, Indiana

Pete, Indiana — Mon, 02 Jun 2008 16:00:28 +0000

McCain already thinks he's running the world. He'd start two new wars today if he could. Thank God he's powerless to do so....at the moment.

By: Lucky

Lucky — Mon, 02 Jun 2008 16:00:23 +0000

Is this Mccain guy for real. People in the U.S. are worried about how they are going to feed, cloth, and get the basic neccessities of life and all he talks about is Obama meeting with Leaders he does not agree with. The U.S. and its citizens have a big problem if they don't see through this smokescreen.

By: t-bone

t-bone — Mon, 02 Jun 2008 15:59:16 +0000

RiGHT ON MCCAIN! He is the ONLY candidate who realizes the importance of protecting Israel from all of her enemies! He is the ONLY candidate paying attentionto the true threat in the middle east. He is THE ONLY candidate running because HE BELIEVES in this country and freedom for ALL PEOPLE!

People pay attention! You might not like George Bush, but have we had a repeat of 09/11 yet? NO! Want to know why???? THE REPUBLICAN POLICY!

VOTE MCCAIN!

By: Dustin

Dustin — Mon, 02 Jun 2008 15:58:18 +0000

Whether you love him or him...this man knows more about foreign policy and war than Obama, end of discussion. If you're an Obama supporter, that's fine, but at least admit when your candidate is beat on an issue.

By: Democrat

Democrat — Mon, 02 Jun 2008 15:58:06 +0000

What is his name BUSH? lol what a joke grandpa is

By: Foreign observer

Foreign observer — Mon, 02 Jun 2008 15:57:53 +0000

We´ve already seen the Carter grain embargo fto Iran. What did that help ? His understanding of Near East local politics is rudimentary.

By: Not sleeping at the switch

Not sleeping at the switch — Mon, 02 Jun 2008 15:57:31 +0000

Does anyone else here notice that McCain ALSO is the same as guliani??

He has only ONE line and only Two claims!! We have jumped from 911 911 911 to POW POW POW and Iraq Iraq Iraq!!

Or is it just ME?

By: R. Cooper

R. Cooper — Mon, 02 Jun 2008 15:57:24 +0000

Pressure on Iran? How about talking about cleaning the mess up in New Orleans???!!!

By: Steph

Steph — Mon, 02 Jun 2008 15:57:16 +0000

Does he know anything about the economy?

By: Foreign observer

Foreign observer — Mon, 02 Jun 2008 15:57:10 +0000

We´ve already seen the Carter grain embargo for Iran. What did that help ? His understanding of Near East local politics is rudimentary.

By: TIM

TIM — Mon, 02 Jun 2008 15:56:50 +0000

Everyone on this forum sounds quite defensive about having an active leader who has some foresight into difficult situations, and how to handle them. I can say right now that we must not meet with dictators who will ever make any effort of supporting a free world and free trade. If you must post your negative views on many issues you don't really have a clue on, please at least spell check. Many of these posts appear to have come from an illiterate 8 year old.

By: KK

KK — Mon, 02 Jun 2008 15:56:47 +0000

McCaine you are too much!

By: 58 old white ladies for OBAMA

58 old white ladies for OBAMA — Mon, 02 Jun 2008 15:56:31 +0000

HE CAN SLAM ALL HE WANTS.

HE STILL NEEDS HELP TO GET DOWN THE AIRPLANE

STEPS & TO REMEMBER WHERE HE ACTUALLY IS.

HE WOULD SELL ISRAEL DOWN FOR ANOTHER VOTE

IN A HOT MINUTE. STOLE THAT YOU KNOW WHERE.

By: JB

JB — Mon, 02 Jun 2008 15:56:10 +0000

That policy has certainly worked so far!!??!

What a joke. Obviously, being shot down, captured and tortured does not make you a great foreign policy maker!

By: Party Crasher

Party Crasher — Mon, 02 Jun 2008 15:56:10 +0000

Deb,

Get a life. The democratic party will not let McWar scare us into voting for him, nor will we let you hold our support hostage with your threat to vote for him.

You were going to vote for him from the begining, or you would be voting on the issues and not ignorant spite.

Hope that the people in your family that are eligible to serve in the military enjoy Iran in the summer.

By: SHIRLEY-OHIO

SHIRLEY-OHIO — Mon, 02 Jun 2008 15:56:00 +0000

Who cares what you are talking about. No one wants to here the same old thing over and over again. Yes you are more experienced with the middle east but as Chaney woud say, SO. We need a new way of doing things in the middle east and Obama will take care of that for us. Its your turn to get beat, brace yourself.

By: rc

rc — Mon, 02 Jun 2008 15:55:51 +0000

There is just no way Barack will win, he is too young and has no idea how to run the military, our military leaders will eat him alive.. Let's face it it's justs not the right time to pick a rookie for comander and chief. If we were not at war I would vote for him.

By: Michael Templer

Michael Templer — Mon, 02 Jun 2008 15:55:31 +0000

I am confused with both statements

aren't really saying the same thing

other than Barack is going to talk to them directly

I wish they would stop the back and forth it's like watching a tennis match with long rallies's.

I'm sure most intelligent Americans can see both points and most unintelligent will be confused

I don't see a gain for either candidate here

I wish they would both make their case separately and then we will decide.

By: goodcitizen

goodcitizen — Mon, 02 Jun 2008 15:55:23 +0000

Old hero is much better than phony puppet.

The wisest person to lead our nation is the real deal-Hillary Clinton!

Open your eyes, people.

BETTER SAFE THAN SORRY!

Go Hillary! You are the ONLY ONE for our country.

By: Yawdie

Yawdie — Mon, 02 Jun 2008 15:55:16 +0000

Wow. It is funny how the supporters or Hillary are not here supporting their new candidate.

By: Foreign observer

Foreign observer — Mon, 02 Jun 2008 15:54:51 +0000

He is still a soldier, nothing learned from his experiences. The weapon isn´t allways the only answer !

By: Ilene MI

Ilene MI — Mon, 02 Jun 2008 15:54:35 +0000

McCain,
No one is listening to you..except maybe die hard republicans that are still fooled by your party.
You are wasting your time and your wifes money. There will not be another republican in office. People are waking up.

By: Phillis B

Phillis B — Mon, 02 Jun 2008 15:54:22 +0000

Take your best shot McCain, when Obama finishes this primary and clinches the nom. YOUR TOAST

By: Will from Gaithersburg

Will from Gaithersburg — Mon, 02 Jun 2008 15:54:08 +0000

Old man yells at cloud!!!

By: NickNas

NickNas — Mon, 02 Jun 2008 15:53:53 +0000

Hey McSame......It is almost over with Hillary THEN WE WILL BE RIGHT WITH YOU : )

Obama 08-12

By: RB from NH

RB from NH — Mon, 02 Jun 2008 15:53:45 +0000

More WAR!!

McBush's economic plan is to to keep the economy going by fueling the industries that cater to the military.

How about we keep our money here for schools and roads and the elderly and those in need?

Vote Obama

By: David, Silver Spring, MD

David, Silver Spring, MD — Mon, 02 Jun 2008 15:53:37 +0000

It's absolute lunacy that we should favor a course that prevents diplomacy even when the alternative is war. McCain, for all his bluster about not giving Iran propaganda points, must admit that he is willing to let U.S. citizens die and to kill citizens of other countries because of his posturing. Teddy Roosevelt used to say, "Speak softly but carry a big stick." Bush/McCain have changed that to "Carry a really big stick and don't speak at all."