June 2, 2008
Posted: 12:41 PM ET

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Vilsack is a strong supporter of Hillary Clinton.
Vilsack is a strong supporter of Hillary Clinton.

(CNN) – Former Iowa Gov. Tom Vilsack, one of Hillary Clinton's most ardent supporters, said Sunday it's time for Hillary Clinton to acknowledge she has lost her bid for the Democratic nomination.

Vilsack, who was briefly a presidential candidate himself last year, told the Associated Press it's "pretty clear that Senator Obama is going to be the nominee."

"After Tuesday's contests, she needs to acknowledge that he's going to be the nominee and quickly get behind him," Vilsack also said.

Vilsack first announced he was running for president in November, 2006, but dropped his bid three months later after the Democrat failed to drum up a significant level of support or raise the necessary campaign funds needed to compete. He endorsed Clinton shortly after and played a key role in the New York senator's unsuccessful Iowa campaign effort.

His comments came the same day the Clinton showed signs she plans to press on after Tuesday's contests — continuing argue she has won the popular vote and that the party's superdelegates are able to switch their allegiances before the convention in August.

Filed under: Hillary Clinton


billy smith   June 2nd, 2008 12:13 pm ET

Relax ( if you can) Obama supporters. Hillary has to talk tough so that people turn out to vote in South Dakota and Montana. She will come around.

Becky   June 2nd, 2008 12:13 pm ET

She's twisting the numbers greatly and falsely claiming that she's won the popular vote. She's been trying to twist things in her favor ever since she starting losing the primaries. She knew the rules before going in, and is now just being a poor loser. I DO NOT respect her methods, and she has shown why she would NOT be a good president.

please post

Gloria-Boca Raton, FL   June 2nd, 2008 12:13 pm ET

It is NOT over………go to Denver Hillary…….fight for us!!!!
Obama will NOT win in Nov08 only Hillary can do it.
Hate MSNBC - Chris Matthews too……he is a biased man…..and who cares about his opinion or wants it!!! Get rid of him.

Go Hillary……..

I will NOT vote for Obama as many women of America will……NO to O

John   June 2nd, 2008 12:13 pm ET

C'mon people. I have been a strong supporter of Barack Obama almost from the beginning of the campaign over a year ago, but these attacks on Hillary Clinton's character are divisive and unnecessary. While she has not been the most gracious at times, she is a wonderful human being and wants what is best for this country. All presidential candidates are ambitious (including Obama), otherwise they would not run for the highest office in the land. She has run a strong, if at times, flawed, campaign, but she has proven her mettle and deserves our respect for her perseverance and for being the first viable female presidential candidate in history. I salute her.

worried for obama   June 2nd, 2008 12:13 pm ET

For some odd reason, she's not getting out. Nothing supports her argument for staying in. I'm not sure if it's her stubbornness, but she’s really making it so much harder for Obama. One must think, does she have something up her sleeve that will totally take out Obama? As much as I detest what she's doing, she's pretty smart.

God bless you Obama!

Comedy Central   June 2nd, 2008 12:12 pm ET

For everyone who thinks that Hillary is tearing this party apart, think about this. Your beloved Michelle Obama said in an interview to Deborah Roberts that she would have to think about voting for Hillary if her husband lost the primary race. She would have to consider Hillary's tone. Your own possible first lady wouldn't necessarily stick with the Democratic party. But, you think Hillary supporters are supposed to lay down and die for Obama? He is extremely divisive. Also, Obama said in a speech he gave in 2004 that he was not qualified to be president. What changed people?

shirley   June 2nd, 2008 12:12 pm ET

Hilary needs to wake up. Florida & Michigan should not be counted. They didn't follow the rules. My opinion is they should not be counted at all. What are rules and laws for? Is she so special she can ignore them. We've had enough of the Clintons to last a lifetime!!!!

Steve   June 2nd, 2008 12:12 pm ET

The only people more delusional than Hillary supporters are the folks still supporting the sell-out Republican Party.
The Clintonites/Republican Wacko Fringe have had 6 months to discredit Barack Obama and have been unsuccessful.
Senator Obama is going to win the general election in a landslide but this country will be the ultimate winner.

Chido, college park, Atlanta.   June 2nd, 2008 12:12 pm ET

Clinton has fought a good fight, she need to understand now that the fight is between dem and rep, Obama is almost impossible to be overtaken now,if clinton's delay in conceding to him would damage the dem chances for the oval office and that would be a big dent on her legacy.

Jack   June 2nd, 2008 12:12 pm ET

I am sick and tired of all these Democratic Party elites and Obama zealots demanding how this process should work and who we should support. The Democratic Party is headed for a divorce and I know who I'll be supporting - and it won't be those latte sipping, finger shaking, self-important elitist.

Truth   June 2nd, 2008 12:12 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.

Jeanine   June 2nd, 2008 12:11 pm ET

Instead of everyone saying it is over….wait until she said it is over for her…..!! She is the one that is running here…..NOT YOU!

ds   June 2nd, 2008 12:11 pm ET

It's not over until she meets two objectives:

1) sabotage the race so the GOP wins and she can run in 2012
2) raise enough money so that others can pay off her debt

1 is not far off, 2 may not be either, depending on the number of people who still think she really needs the cash.

Pali Gupta   June 2nd, 2008 12:11 pm ET

Hillary has lost the respect of Americans by continuing in the race which every one except her and Bill know, she can get. Clintons can't get over that "the shoe -in candidate" has to loose.

Foreign press is having great time in reporting negatives about US democracy. Thanks Bill and Hillary..leave us alone

David   June 2nd, 2008 12:11 pm ET

Although Vilsack is dealing with reality and common sense, the Clinton campaign does not and will continue their fight since they care nothing for the party and only for power.

GENOLA   June 2nd, 2008 12:11 pm ET

I THINK HILLARY SHOULD START BACKING OBAMA RIGHT AWAY. SHE SHOULD START ENCOURAGING HER SUPPORTERS TO VOTE FOR OBAMA IN NOVEMBER FOR THE SAKE OF THE DEMOCRATIC PARTY. I THINK HILLARY WOULD MAKE A GREAT VICE PRESIDENT. SHE'LL STILL MAKE HISTORY AND SHE CAN RUN AGAIN AFTER OBAMA HAS SERVED HIS TWO TERMS AS PRESIDENT!

Liz   June 2nd, 2008 12:11 pm ET

I can only hope that the superdelegates will come over in such numbers that it would be pointless for her to raise a tantrum at the convention. Michigan's four disputed votes won't matter one iota. We have to get this thing over with and move forward. If she would concede gracefully, she might have a shot at a nice cabinet post, or something. Not the Vice Presidency, please God. There's never been two Vice Presidents at one time, and I don't ever want to see it.

Dal CA Republican   June 2nd, 2008 12:11 pm ET

About time she listened to someone. It is very sad that she thinks that the name CLINTON should conjure up the Presidency just like it is their right. Look at Kennedy name it did not get Ted any benefits to become the President at all. He took it to his heart and went forward and became the best Senator for USA.
Hillary should take that example and move forward to either become the best Senator or if she wants the job of a Supreme Court Judge that would be available as well to her soon. It is her decision what she wants.
1. Tear the party up
2. Become the best Senator like TED Kennedy
3. Supreme Court JUDGE WHERE SHE WILL HAVE A BIGGER CLOUT THAN SHE WILL AS A PRESIDENT.

Bill   June 2nd, 2008 12:11 pm ET

Everyone sees it but her. By the way, I'm running a parrellel table throughout the coming days to see what everything would look like if she had gotten Mich and Fla exactly the way she wanted (meaning Obama gets zero in Mich). And nothing changes. She's still behind in every count.

jaz k, los angeles, california   June 2nd, 2008 12:11 pm ET

at long last, will the Clinton's reign of terror over the party be over? 16 years is far too long– how they seriously damaged Gore's chances in 2000, their zero support for Kerry in 04– craftily setting up her coronation for 08… but plans, all those silly plans– that never come out just right.

dj   June 2nd, 2008 12:10 pm ET

Support McCain

Support him if you want us to slip to a 2nd world status and you want more dead and maimed Americans and more hate towards the US from the rest of the world.

Gary - Bothell, WA   June 2nd, 2008 12:10 pm ET

Has anyone else noticed how many recent photo ops of Hillary has involved alcohol? She's like the drunk that sticks around when the party's over. She just won't go away and keeps asking for another "shot." It's intervention time.

Debby   June 2nd, 2008 12:10 pm ET

I think she will bow out tomm. night. I can't see her winning because it looks like the stupids are going for Obama. I really hope she doesn't campaign for Obama though and just take a 4 month vacation she needs it and did a terrific job. Let all the stupids go out and get the 17 million she brought in to the party, or maybe turncoat Richardson could, like he brought in the Puerto Rico vote for Obama when he campaigned there.

The DNC are going to have a rude awakening in Nov. not to mention the Oct. surprise thats brewing.

Shalauddin Ahmed   June 2nd, 2008 12:10 pm ET

Only a brave heart can accept defeat and give due respect to the opponents.

Deb from Upstate   June 2nd, 2008 12:10 pm ET

It is NOT over - Hillary is the best qualified, and there are way too many people being dazzled by Mr Sparkle and Flash Obama.

The win in Puerto Rico should give all something to think about. There will be no way Obama can win in the fall without the Hillary supporters, and his campaign has alienated too many of us at this point.

Why do I bother to read all of the Hillary-hatin' while eating my lunch? Makes me lose my appetite…

Bob S   June 2nd, 2008 12:09 pm ET

Did anyone watch watch Anderson Cooper's show friday night? If they had, they would have learned how totally, underhanded and ruthless Obama is. Even Cooper Anderson asked why the media hadn't done its job by investigating and reporting on the real Obama. His true self is not at all like the smiling, personable persona he's presented during the primaries. People who think he can win in the fall should consider that. The media hasn't been doing its job, but from past elections it should be clear that the Republicans are great at uncovering dirt and they'll reveal every dirty thing they can find on Obama if he becomes the Democratic nominee. At least with Clinton,we all know where all her warts are.

james in st lou   June 2nd, 2008 12:09 pm ET

Another idiot… do we really need anyone telling us it's over? Let it be over once someone reaches the required amount. If that happens tomorrow, so be it - but why call something before it's true?

I as an independent, however, will not vote for the false hope of change and the theif Obama really is. He used the same tactics he used in Chicago and he's pathetic.

HE SIMPLY IS NOT FIT TO RUN OUR COUNTRY.

Hillary supporters - McCain'08 for Clinton '12. Hillary is truly the best candidate.

Osterreich-Ungarn   June 2nd, 2008 12:09 pm ET

Obama stole the nomination from her. He should never have run…I can't wait for Obama to lose in the fall.

Patrick Murray , Atlanta   June 2nd, 2008 12:09 pm ET

Sen. Clinton maybe has the 90% of superdelegates to win the nomination because I dont know what will keep else will keep her in the race.

Besides, the superdelegates can end the process today if they open a floodgate to Obama, that hasnt happen.

The Creature   June 2nd, 2008 12:08 pm ET

If you liked living under Bush, you're going to love McCain.

I think most of the commenters here claiming to be Hillary Supporters voting for McCain are actually Republicans that would never vote for a Democratic candidate on a bet.

Marco   June 2nd, 2008 12:08 pm ET

Hillary is acting and campaigning more like republican, hungry for power at all costs! Does she still plan to run negative ads against Barack after June 03 and push the Florida and Michigan issue again? If she does so then Democrats will not win in November and she'll have a chance to run in 2012; however, Hillary's chances to win in 2012 are none if she continues to act as a sore loser!

Peter   June 2nd, 2008 12:08 pm ET

People who calls themselves Hillary supporters are not really Hillary supporters. They are GOP trolls trying stir up emotions with very few hardcore Clinton supporters who won't Obama because of his race.

Nice try trolls.

Shannon   June 2nd, 2008 12:08 pm ET

She is displaying an insane disregard for the rules of our party and to think she wants to be the leader of this country is ridiculous. She has tried to rewrite everything to her advantage and even when Obama conceded delegates that by no means did he have to in the spirit of Unity, she has her crazy Harold Ickes out reputing them. She is on an ego-trip the size that I have never seen before. It is going to take the majority of Super Delegates to STAND up and do what they are authorized to do in the best interest of the Party. She needs to be stopped NOW.

True American   June 2nd, 2008 12:08 pm ET

Not when there are CNN and the corporate media to enable her…

Ruthie   June 2nd, 2008 12:08 pm ET

Quote: "… Clinton showed signs she plans to press on after Tuesday's contests…" Hillary must be imbibing too much whiskey from Canada [rather than Makers Mark from Kentucky]. She should run for Queen Hillary with a palace in Puerto Rico and a summer villa in Florida. Her daughter would become Princess. Of course, Bill would be Court Jester.

abn71   June 2nd, 2008 12:08 pm ET

She will never listen until she's sent home in tears. What a power-ill she's caught! Go dems 08! Go Obama 08.

My Way or the Highway!   June 2nd, 2008 12:07 pm ET

Can you imagine Anyone wanting to negotiate with this Woman if she became President !

jay, NM   June 2nd, 2008 12:06 pm ET

Guys, nobody is listening– Hillary is not alone. Look at you–you don't understand that Obama can not win in November.

Wood   June 2nd, 2008 12:06 pm ET

Last Honest Man June 2nd, 2008 11:28 am ET

OBAMISTS your 15 minutes are near…….don't blink

See you in December, "Honest"….

rabprevent   June 2nd, 2008 12:05 pm ET

Does she not realinzed that she will be blamed if he looses and this will not help her in 2012 anyhow. At this point, she will be run oput of NY if she run for reelection anyhow.

Saint Paul   June 2nd, 2008 12:04 pm ET

She's divisive and she voted for the WAR! No way will I ever vote for her.

Marc   June 2nd, 2008 12:04 pm ET

THIS IS EXCELLENT NEWS!!! FOR HILLARY!!!

Ray, NM   June 2nd, 2008 12:03 pm ET

It's over for both Clinton and Obama long ago. There is no difference between former WH spokeman Scott McClelan and Liberal medias. After November CNN, MSNBC will cry foul like anothe hypocrite and greedy Scott.

Nana   June 2nd, 2008 12:03 pm ET

Nothing has changed since the end of February.

Grant   June 2nd, 2008 12:03 pm ET

Well if she wins SD, which is looking good for her, alot of people will give her a second look, plus she can pull off MT if all of Obama's guys stay home…..no one is rushing to endorse Obama, he needs an additional 20 or so to claim so there is a buffer zone to not upset the electorate…but so far, silence……

Janice   June 2nd, 2008 12:03 pm ET

If you count Hillary's current delegates against Obama's delegates from 2 months ago, she has the delegate lead.

Go Hillary!

Seminole3232 - Atlanta   June 2nd, 2008 12:03 pm ET

The fellowship

DAN   June 2nd, 2008 12:03 pm ET

These primaries will go down in history as a fraud. But it probably will help to start a third party. Many commentators will see themselves in movies as manipulating the elections sort of like Catherine Harris of Florida. Obama's going to loose the presidency and we all hope he gets the message not to comeback in 4. Hillary or McCain

ENOUGH ALREADY   June 2nd, 2008 12:03 pm ET

Meanwhile, the DNC is broke and can't even afford to have the convention as it stands now. They need 40 million in donations by 6/16. I have written them and told them that I won't give a dime until they put an end to this BS by sending out the supers.

Jeff   June 2nd, 2008 12:03 pm ET

Thank you Mr. Vilsack, for stating the obvious.

Obvious to everyone but Hillary and her gang of would-be thieves.

Party Crasher   June 2nd, 2008 12:03 pm ET

Bob S,

Fear is something that keeps people from attempting to reach goals. It is the difference between winning and not participating.

If you are scared stay home. If fear is your only motivation or excuse to not support a candidate, why waste your time following the political race.

You could better serve yourself by doing something safe, say like knitting socks, sweaters, or a scarf. But, don't try to sell that fear to others.

If you believe that the earth is flat, don't get on the ship.

Jeremy   June 2nd, 2008 12:02 pm ET

Come Wednesday evening, Obama will have enough votes to clinch the nomination. Lets see what Clinton says when Obama reaches the "magic number" .

GDC   June 2nd, 2008 12:02 pm ET

Even if everyone else realizes she needs to get out of this, I still think we're going to need a new priest and an old priest to make that happen.

Ian   June 2nd, 2008 12:02 pm ET

Don't quit Hillary. Do what ever it takes to win the nomination!!!!

Uncle Sam   June 2nd, 2008 12:02 pm ET

McCain Democrats to the rescue!!!

Fran   June 2nd, 2008 12:02 pm ET

I am behind Hillary 100%!!

Hillary or McCain for President

PDM   June 2nd, 2008 12:02 pm ET

I say we let Hillary run third party in the general — get some of these whack jobs out of the democratic party.

carolflowery   June 2nd, 2008 12:02 pm ET

tis is truly a tragedy for the democrats

JJ in NY   June 2nd, 2008 12:01 pm ET

Earth to hillary………….. IT'S OVER…………………………duh !

Chris, Middletown, CT   June 2nd, 2008 12:01 pm ET

OMG….the only one not to see this is Hillary….because after all the "experience" she doesn't have….and all the "sniper fire" she had to endure (which never happened) - and all the switching of positions she did..(depending on which state she was in defined her position at that moment….NAFTA anyone?) - omg…wake up

Jim   June 2nd, 2008 12:01 pm ET

Someone mentioned the past eight years being a disaster. Your right and wrong………….the past four years have been a disaster and look who controlled the Congress…….DEMOCRATS. If you want to bury the economy further and put this country's security at risk……………… by all means vote for a Democrat.

Ben   June 2nd, 2008 12:00 pm ET

She is not a role model to girls. How would she keep fighting without noting she has lost. Isn't that called being 'dilusional'?

jaylo   June 2nd, 2008 11:59 am ET

Clinton supporters didn't vote for a quitter. We voted for the most qualified candidate.

JeffRob   June 2nd, 2008 11:59 am ET

Any "Democrats" who vote for McCain in November should Obama be the nominee, will then fully have the blood of 4000+ US soldiers, and 600000+ civilian Iraqis on their hands as much as any full-fledged Bush supporter.

Let's not forget what's important, people. Troops home NOW!

rich   June 2nd, 2008 11:59 am ET

It has been over for 3months. No news here!

Nicki Council Bluffs, IA   June 2nd, 2008 11:59 am ET

I meant her supporters at the DNC never would have had that argument at the DNC if she were ahead.

Gerard in Michigan   June 2nd, 2008 11:59 am ET

I apologize…strategy…. -laughs-

Sharon - NC   June 2nd, 2008 11:58 am ET

I certainly hope she listens.

The Real Patriot   June 2nd, 2008 11:58 am ET

not so fast my friend. the delegates decide at the convention. that is how it works. delegates decide you don't. Not even the delegates that are selected now are bound to vote for one candidate or another.
The superdelegates are definitely free to vote for whomever they want.
If is based based on electability they will choose HIllary.

Sam   June 2nd, 2008 11:58 am ET

The only reason Obama might not win in Nov is not because he's "unelectable," it'll be because bitter Hillary supporters will cast their vote for Bush, oh wait, I mean McCain.

Obama/Hillary 08   June 2nd, 2008 11:57 am ET

According to the math it's been over since Iowa but now the superdelegates need to end this Democratics mess on Wednesday.

Carlton Groff   June 2nd, 2008 11:57 am ET

Dear Obama supporters
In 1960 I was enthralled by the inexperienced junior senator from MA. Think Viet Nam.
In 1976 I was a foot soldier in the army of a southern governor who was going to fix everything that was wrong with Washington.
That gives me two strikes. I won't make strike three in 2008.

Bibek   June 2nd, 2008 11:57 am ET

Hillary is still in her dreams. Someone please pour a bucket of cold water on her face.

kurt   June 2nd, 2008 11:53 am ET

obama will lose to mccain so bad it will make his head spin
hillary or bust!
nobama!

Donna in Sebastopol   June 2nd, 2008 11:52 am ET

It's time for the super-delegates to make a stand and declare Obama the winner.

Hillary Clinton has become the most divisive person in recent American politics, right behind Dubbya. Nice, Hillary. Thanks a lot.

Cheryl   June 2nd, 2008 11:52 am ET

I just do not understand the American people. There is no way
I would ever vote for Obama. I do not trust him at all. I believe he
has alot hidden in the closet that will come out once he is the nominee and then it will be too late for the Democratic Party.
I will be voting for McCain if he gets the nomination and so will
all of the other Hillary supporters that I know. We do not trust him at all.

CBennett-St. Louis   June 2nd, 2008 11:51 am ET

As Mr. Ickey stated on the Tim Russert Show: Delegates determine the nominee. So forget the popular vote, the will of the people; if you want to change the rules; then do it for 2012 not in the middle of the game.

Sam   June 2nd, 2008 11:51 am ET

What popular votes have been counted?
What percentage of the popular vote is Republicans voting for Mrs. Clinton?

Jim   June 2nd, 2008 11:50 am ET

Typical turn of events. Just more out in the open these days.

john   June 2nd, 2008 11:48 am ET

Superdelegates. Please lets move on and VOTE TODAY!!!!!The HRC supporters are really Republicans and want Mc Cain to win.

Concerned American   June 2nd, 2008 11:48 am ET

When will she quit already? It's not enough that she's delusional and bad at math, but now she wants to continue despite no chance of winning. Why tear the Party apart for selfish reasons?

valerie   June 2nd, 2008 11:47 am ET

McCain is confused, the man need to enjoy the rest of his life relaxing. He'S old and doesn't really care about people. I quess he figures he doesn't have much time left here on earth so why not take other's out with him. GO HOME MCCAIN!

TinTX   June 2nd, 2008 11:47 am ET

The lady in the pantsuit is warming up and the fat lady is singing. Hopefully this mess will be over on Tuesday and HRC will have no choice but to accept that it is OVER!!!!

larry   June 2nd, 2008 11:46 am ET

Run as a independent or support McCain.. i see this as the only options left for her.

hakeemsdad, Florida   June 2nd, 2008 11:46 am ET

For those loser billary supporters who still insist that they will vote McBush or write Billary in NOvember. Poor you! continue to cry. Were you a real Democrat? Since it seems you make it personal for Billary and not the sake of the unity of the country!

What did Obama do to you or Billary?

rickG   June 2nd, 2008 11:46 am ET

I am just disgusted with fellow democrats slamming one of their own in the most vile ways. This has disgusted me throughout this whole campaign. This is one democrat since 1974 who is voting for McCain in November.

Bob Stephens   June 2nd, 2008 11:46 am ET

The only people that think it is not over are people that:

1. Can't count
2. Have abused drugs
3. Are incapable of any type of logical thought.
4. think rules can and should be be changed 3 or 4 times during a contest, by the losing candidate.
5. think Hillary is entitled to the nomination because her last name is Clinton.

Dave   June 2nd, 2008 11:46 am ET

Hillary, Go INDEPENDANT!! You will win.

jfs Memhis, Tn   June 2nd, 2008 11:46 am ET

I think the Democratic Party has done ENOUGH of turning their cheeks and kit gloving the Clintons. NO MORE MR NICE GUYS …she will take advantage of everyone as long as we let her. THE TIME HAS COME>>>SEVER THE CANDIDATE CORD>>> let her get on with her business and let the rest us avoid becoming masichosist. The quest is over for Senator Clinton and husband. The world has changed and they will have to live with it.

Jos/TN   June 2nd, 2008 11:46 am ET

it has been over, she is not statesman like , but that seldom applies to today's policticans

bob   June 2nd, 2008 11:46 am ET

i'm out of hillary camp now , she is nuts, as i finally realise this is not about the party it was all about her, I see it now,you get my vote mr Obama

dusty   June 2nd, 2008 11:46 am ET

HILLARY GO INDEPENDENT! !!!!!!!!!!

You dont need the Dem PArty to WIN! Split the vote 3 ways you can do it! You have shown you can win, now do it as a 3rd party candidate. They are trying to steal your earned nomination.

INDEPENDENT CANIDATE HILLARY 08!

rachel   June 2nd, 2008 11:45 am ET

Thats whats wrong with american now silly people loyal to a party instead of people!. I wont vote for Obama just because he is a democrate I will vote for who I think can run the oval office, I dont care what party they belong to.

Nateru   June 2nd, 2008 11:45 am ET

GO AWAY, HILLARY!!!!!

barackobama4prez   June 2nd, 2008 11:45 am ET

The Superdelegates will do the right thing and follow PLEDGED delegates. It's not about any other metric.

Back in January, when she was winning, Hillary and her supporters said it was about pledged delegates. Guess what, it's STILL about pledged delegates. Take your votes and vote against your interests if you will.

Superdelegates will not allow Hillary to Hi-Jack the Democratic party. She FAILED to secure a nomination where she had every advantage initially. HILLARY IS A LOSER.

Wyo Jenny   June 2nd, 2008 11:45 am ET

It's been over for a long time. Senator Clinton just didn't want to face reality.

I bake cookies   June 2nd, 2008 11:45 am ET

Hillary's determination to press on regardless resemble Bush's determination to declare war on Iraq.

Hillary be an adult and shut the heck up.

You are NOT entitiled

David Newport, OR   June 2nd, 2008 11:44 am ET

Question: What is the difference between GW holding on to a failed policy and Hillary holding on to a failed nomination? Answer: Nothing.

Yes, it really is that simple isn't it?

vjh   June 2nd, 2008 11:44 am ET

To GO HILL, you are as delusional as Hillary and Ickes. To Deb of RI, Hillary DID LOSE THE NOMINATION, go right ahead and vote from McCain. Just don't complain when our country remains status quo or worse and women's reproductive rights are taken away. To Ex-Dem in Iowa, Hillary is not entitled to either the Dem Nomination or the Presidency, Sen. Obama won this fair and square. Get off your high horse !

Joe - Wilmington, DE   June 2nd, 2008 11:44 am ET

Gov. Tom Vilsack: Another name added to the lengthy Clinton Enemies List.

jonny   June 2nd, 2008 11:44 am ET

Clinton will do anything, including ruining Obama, the democratic party, the election, and the country, just so she can run for president in 4 years instead of 8. Give it up, old hag! This has become quite pathetic. Hillary makes us professional woman with ambitions look horrible.

on   June 2nd, 2008 11:44 am ET

How she has lost? She is ahead in popular vote and will beat McCain confidently while Obama will derail the Democrat machine if nominated. All voting actually happens at the convention so let's see who will carry more votes!

Brendanash   June 2nd, 2008 11:43 am ET

I am a middle aged white woman and Hillary does not represent me. I don't agree with the way she has conducted herself in this process. A year ago I did support her but she has lost my respect and Bill has too. She does not seem to care at all about our party. The women crying over the news about FL. and MI. I am from Iowa and the rules are the rules. As far as the popular vote let's get real, Hil. Our cacuses did not count individual votes. My precinct selected Obama 3 to 1. If Clinton really wants to count the popular vote we need to go back to all the cacuses and count them, also.

Will   June 2nd, 2008 11:43 am ET

Look wait till all of the states have voted. Give those people a chance. She might win all three states for we know.

Lyle   June 2nd, 2008 11:42 am ET

Be careful what you ask for Mr. Vilsack. Without Hillary to stab in the back, you might have to go back to your day job.

Sick and tired   June 2nd, 2008 11:42 am ET

To: Gabe in TX

You are obviously one of the ignorant un-educated Americans that voted for Hillary.

You probably voted for Bush too.

Brian   June 2nd, 2008 11:42 am ET

Nice win for Hillary in a "state" that doesn't count in general election. Here's the breakdown for states with +60% wins

Obama: 21
Clinton: 3

Seriously   June 2nd, 2008 11:42 am ET

She knows this is over; her goal, now, is to try to sabotage his chances of winning full Dem support out of spite because she feels he took what she was entitled to have.

Steve P. Atlanta, GA   June 2nd, 2008 11:42 am ET

IT'S A DONE DEAL!!

Time for the REAL DEMOCRATS to step up to the plate. All you McCain turncoats, step aside and let the real patriots decide the fate of this great country - God bless America!!!!!!!

Jill American   June 2nd, 2008 11:42 am ET

It's over when one gets the needed delegate total. Obama just isn't there yet either.

A-Man   June 2nd, 2008 11:39 am ET

Simple reality is Hillary and her supporters have lost this race. If some of her supporters (and it seems like Hillary has too) want to support McCain then I guess they will be two time losers. Anyone who thinks McCain will win in November must have their eyes and ears shut because they cannot see or hear what has been happening in the USA. At minimum Barrack will restore respect back for the USA to the rest of the world. And trust me they have very little at the moment.

bd   June 2nd, 2008 11:39 am ET

How can you put your faith in someone who has shown so little integrity as Hillary? Continually changing the game, moving the goal posts and re-spinning the spin — is that the President that this country deserves?

Do the right thing for the United States, Hillary. Hold a press conference tomorrow morning and step down.

It's not too late to do the right thing.

Kim   June 2nd, 2008 11:38 am ET

Tanya of Chicago you say just wait. People don't have to wait.

If you look at how they are conducting themselves right now multiply their faults by ten and you have it.

I would rather have some one attending a "marginal" church (look at the unfortunate Catholic churchs' situation) than to have the constant divisiveness and lieing that goes with Hillary.

IT"S NOT OVER UNTIL I SAY IT"S OVER times ten

Honest man for Obama   June 2nd, 2008 11:38 am ET

Guys this popular vote is her last result, she has brought race,

gender, she had lied, fabricate, cried, monks and she has tried to

cheat by telly S.C that she will take Obama has her VP when she was

not even close to winning the nominee.

HILLARY WILL WHINE UNTIL THE END TO MAKE HERSLEF FOOLISH AND DUM.

Hey by tomorrow she may contest for president as an independence.

James   June 2nd, 2008 11:38 am ET

At least Senator Obama is honest about his words, as well as consistency in every ways and means. Now, for HRC, I do not know but to me, she's too much.. How can someone trust somebody when we actually look in the eye that their words are untrue? And for McCain, people need to see and realized the fact that where we are now. Economy, 2 wars, and so on with no solution. Please people think straight and look at the fact we are in today.

Linda from Florida   June 2nd, 2008 11:37 am ET

I hope she listens. After the decision on Saturday concerning Florida and Michigan, all of the Democrats were calling for party unity….except the Clintons.

Richard, St. Paul, MN   June 2nd, 2008 11:37 am ET

It's been over for Hillary for several months. She's just too out of touch to realize it. Definitely NOT the type of person I would want to lead this country.

Truth comes out   June 2nd, 2008 11:37 am ET

She has Vilsack on her campaign he said some pretty bad things before. No wonder he is in her campaign. All these crazy politicans are part of her campaign.

And I just want to thank Hillary for trying to ruin Obama's reputation and his supporters reputation and dividing the democratic party. Good job! You have added this to your list of successes.

Please post this
thanks

mia   June 2nd, 2008 11:37 am ET

She really wants more deaths in Iraq, unaffordable health care, increasing poverty and deteriorating schools, doesn't she? Because this is what we're getting if she tears down the Democrats' chances to win in November. And all just for that creepy ego trip of hers.

peakarach,des moines   June 2nd, 2008 11:37 am ET

I THINK HUSSEIN OBAMA NEED TO GO BACK TO HIS PASTOR WRIGHT.

VOTE HILLARY OR MCCAIN ONLY FOLK! NO OBAMA PERIOD.

NEVER HILARY   June 2nd, 2008 11:37 am ET

Hilary supporters,

Rules are rules, hipe you abide to rules. Teach your kids the right thing to do, even if you don't agree. Good Luck to those of you that will vote for MCBUSH. You are nbot punishing OBAMA, you are obviously not thinking of your future and those of your own kids.

You watch Hilary and Bill endorse Obama, they are politicians and they are not stupid.

Ludovic   June 2nd, 2008 11:36 am ET

"He endorsed Clinton shortly after and played a key role in the New York senator's unsuccessful Iowa campaign effort."

Very funny. Id he played a such key role in the iowa fail, then maybe he was already supporting obama at this time

manie   June 2nd, 2008 11:36 am ET

CNN you must fix the score card. Delegates count for Obama is 2074.
Up date please. Thank you

What choice do we have?   June 2nd, 2008 11:36 am ET

The question is who we are going to be for 4 next years: “Folks” or “My friends” – in both cases are codenames for “Idiots”

brenda   June 2nd, 2008 11:36 am ET

Personally I love her determation. I want a president who will work, and who doesn't give up. Why would anyone want to elect an individual who simply gives up at the first hardship. Her determination is a plus in my book. Give up the emotional name calling and look at the situation in a reasonable manner.

Nadia   June 2nd, 2008 11:36 am ET

I am McCain supporter and I am so happy that Hillary is working for us… Keep going, hon! We love you! We will help you in 2012 if you eliminate BO now.. Thanks..

Mark   June 2nd, 2008 11:36 am ET

Thanks, Vilsack, for speaking up the truth.

BANJO   June 2nd, 2008 11:36 am ET

I second your motion about every Obama supporter having the right to be first on the blog.

Some people's Internet connections are faster so that puts others at a disadvantage. I propose that people with fast connections should only refresh their page once every hour to give other deserving supporters a chance, too!

If this motion doesn't carry, all Obama supporters with slow Internet connections should hack into the system in order to jump ahead of everyone else and be first. If the Obama Website Rules and Bylaws Committee rules to remove the hackers' accounts, they should later reinstate those accounts with limited privileges like being able to view the community blogs but not able to write a comment on any blog. :)

RYK - St. Paul, MN   June 2nd, 2008 11:35 am ET

HRC has the only real chance for the Dems…if not for the media, Obama hussein would never have gotten this far

FW   June 2nd, 2008 11:35 am ET

If she is the stronger candidate how come she didn't win the pledge delegate contest or the most states or the real popular vote???

The US abolishes century old clinton dynasty   June 2nd, 2008 11:34 am ET

It is very sad that the party is so divided, you would think that a candidate who cares about this country would have the honor to take the high road……..but that is not the clintons

her supporters are so full of hate and they rather elect mcbush and or a liar, and keep saying "wait for october surprises,blah b lah)

while i get it that they are angry, and all, even angry people can think of their children future, it seems that she has fueled this beyond anger, with race, age, sexism, etc.. very sad to say the least…

Disgruntled   June 2nd, 2008 11:34 am ET

How in the world were Michigan & Florida even allowed to "break the rules" of the Primary season? How does this happen?
How are we, as a Democratic country not out-raged that votes are not being counted and entire states being cast-aside! This 'agreement' - good or bad is a travesty of what our country was built on. It is a enormous case of a few bad apples (those in charge in MI & FL) spoiling democracy for the rest of us. The Democratic Party handled this in the worst possible way. Whether like her or not HRC has a legitimate beef with the process. It's not complete.

Independant   June 2nd, 2008 11:34 am ET

Now that I know McCain will annoy you liberal idiots

MCCAIN MCCAIN MCCAIN MCCAIN MCCAIN MCCAIN MCCAIN MCCAIN MCCAIN MCCAIN MCCAIN MCCAIN MCCAIN MCCAIN MCCAIN MCCAIN MCCAIN MCCAIN MCCAIN MCCAIN MCCAIN MCCAIN MCCAIN MCCAIN MCCAIN MCCAIN MCCAIN MCCAIN MCCAIN MCCAIN MCCAIN MCCAIN MCCAIN MCCAIN MCCAIN MCCAIN MCCAIN MCCAIN MCCAIN MCCAIN MCCAIN MCCAIN MCCAIN MCCAIN MCCAIN MCCAIN MCCAIN MCCAIN MCCAIN MCCAIN MCCAIN MCCAIN MCCAIN MCCAIN MCCAIN MCCAIN MCCAIN MCCAIN MCCAIN MCCAIN MCCAIN MCCAIN MCCAIN MCCAIN MCCAIN MCCAIN MCCAIN MCCAIN MCCAIN MCCAIN MCCAIN MCCAIN MCCAIN MCCAIN MCCAIN MCCAIN MCCAIN MCCAIN MCCAIN MCCAIN MCCAIN MCCAIN MCCAIN MCCAIN MCCAIN MCCAIN MCCAIN MCCAIN MCCAIN MCCAIN MCCAIN MCCAIN MCCAIN MCCAIN MCCAIN MCCAIN MCCAIN MCCAIN MCCAIN MCCAIN MCCAIN MCCAIN MCCAIN MCCAIN MCCAIN MCCAIN MCCAIN MCCAIN MCCAIN MCCAIN MCCAIN MCCAIN MCCAIN MCCAIN MCCAIN MCCAIN MCCAIN MCCAIN MCCAIN MCCAIN MCCAIN MCCAIN MCCAIN MCCAIN MCCAIN MCCAIN MCCAIN MCCAIN MCCAIN MCCAIN MCCAIN MCCAIN MCCAIN MCCAIN MCCAIN MCCAIN MCCAIN MCCAIN MCCAIN MCCAIN

Because the left wing doesn't deserve a country if they can't even remember how to vote correctly.

peakarach,des moines   June 2nd, 2008 11:34 am ET

HILLARY ALL THE WAY TO CONVENTION!

VOTE HILLARY OR MCCAIN ONLY FOLK! NO OBAMA PERIOD!

Alberto in Michigan   June 2nd, 2008 11:34 am ET

The only chance the Democrats have to win the Election in November is for Obama to lead the charge. She will tear, if not already has, torn the party apart. I was never a Hillary supporter and now will never be one. She has even turned my wife against her. Sit down before it's to late Hillary. I pray it's not to late.

Hill -- A Mountain Wannabe   June 2nd, 2008 11:34 am ET

If Hillary Clinton is so well-liked in Puerto Rico, I suggest she move there, help PR gain its independence from the US, and then establish herself as their queen.

I believe that'll make everyone happy. That is, at least, for the first 24 hours. After that, Puerto Ricans will discover they got the bad end of the deal.

Ralph   June 2nd, 2008 11:34 am ET

win in November!!

Chris from NY   June 2nd, 2008 11:34 am ET

We all knew this two months ago. Concluded it after North Carolina and Indiana. Yet some people are now figuring it out for the first time while others haven't quit figure it out yet. Thanks to all who have and please say a prayer to those who haven't yet figured it out.

One America   June 2nd, 2008 11:34 am ET

THIS IS UNBELEIVABLE…. SOME PEOPLE DON'T KNOW WHEN TO "HOLD'EM" AND WHEN TO "FOLD'EM" MRS. CLINTON HAS LOST THIS RACE ON HER OWN FLAWS IN HER STRATEGY. NOW SHE WANTS TO CHEAT…. GUESS SHE IS TAKING A PAGE FROM THE PARTY SHE WAS RAISED IN…. REPUBLICAN

OBAMA 08…..

Ralph   June 2nd, 2008 11:33 am ET

Go Hillary….all the way to Denver!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Obama will NEVER

Michael   June 2nd, 2008 11:33 am ET

Smart Man

Iowan - Caucus States Matter   June 2nd, 2008 11:33 am ET

I am from the same hometown as the Vilsack family and they are family friends

I am glad to see one clinton supporter smart enough to finally see that the party needs to get behind one nominee and come together to beat the republican nominee in the fall. for all you supporters who believe voting for mccain will "make" you feel better. you should be ashamed of calling yourself a democrat because you should be voting to end a horrible 8 years government that we all have been complaining about

we should all get behind the nominee that has the most

pledged delegates
superdelegates
and popular vote (including ever state with primaries and caucuses)

which is obama

(facts don't lie, people do)

thank you vilsack for your knowledge and right move

The truth will set you free!   June 2nd, 2008 11:32 am ET

Stay in there Hillary no matter what happens!!!!! You deserve it…you've earned it and you're the "First Black President's" wife…….Obama would not be the first black president as we remember where blacks and especially Al Sharpton said Bill Clinton is the "First Black President". And does anyone not remember that he has an office in Harlem!???? Bill Clinton could do no wrong because "he understood our pain". Black people ate it up and we will not forget !!!

And Operation Chaos continues!!

randy   June 2nd, 2008 11:32 am ET

well it is sad for her ,and the truth is that it is so over and she need to accept it.

pls cnn post my comment for once for over 2 yrs now.

Carl   June 2nd, 2008 11:32 am ET

I agree. He is leading in what matters - the delegates. He understood how the game was played and won it fairly. It is now time for Hillary to step aside and help unify the party around Obama so we can win in November. Enough with all the "I am the stronger candidate" talk!

john   June 2nd, 2008 11:32 am ET

If hillary's supporters vote for McCain her career is over. They will make the country so angry that she will never win another race,

Mike M, Indiana   June 2nd, 2008 11:32 am ET

The democratic primary is over.
Obama won.
Quit whining about Clinton; I'm not listening.

TESAP   June 2nd, 2008 11:32 am ET

THANK YOU….. NOW ITS TIME FOR ALL THE HC SUPPORTS TO HER SEE THE LIGHT………………. COME INTO THE LIGHT…….. :)

Jeff In Illinois   June 2nd, 2008 11:32 am ET

Obama and the Obama Democrats are not understanding the electoral map. His greatest percentage of support didn't come from Illinois, it came from Idaho. Idaho will not vote for a Democrat in November. For those who seem to be just waking up to the reality that our party is going to nominate someone who can't win, now, you understand what is meant when it is said that Democrats are the party that can wrestle defeat from the jaws of victory. To the Hillary Democrats: Voting for McCain would be plain stupid… remember, that isn't your only choice.

Suffer No More!   June 2nd, 2008 11:32 am ET

If you or some one you know have not suffered enough under Bush….Then by all means support McCain.

Obama 08

Ron   June 2nd, 2008 11:32 am ET

This idea about dirt on Obama that the republicans are saving for October as an argument for why Clinton is stronger against McCain is just plain bogus. The converse of that position is that Clinton doesn't have any dirt or does not have as much dirt as Obama. Ha! Ha! Ha!. I would not even recommend Obama putting Clinton on his ticket. Clinton would do more harm to the ticket than good because of the bargage the Clintons have.

stephanie   June 2nd, 2008 11:32 am ET

Why did Obama, Edwards Biden and Richardson voluntarily take their names off the ballot? Why did Obama, Edwards and Richardson jointly encourage their supporters to vote uncommitted? WHY?

A CANUCK   June 2nd, 2008 11:32 am ET

She doesn't get it……. It's not about her ….It's about the country !!
Obama is the calm voice of reason amidst all this chaos caused by the Clintons' narcissism

Tim   June 2nd, 2008 11:32 am ET

Why has no one pointed out the absurdity of her popular vote argument. Let's review step by step:

1. Democratic party penalizes FL & MI and both candidates agree to it.
2. Hillary is surprised to find that she isn't handed the nomination on a silver platter.
3. She cries foul over the disenfranchisement of democratic voters in MI & FL claiming that not counting their violates the very fundamentals of a democracy.
4. Claims popular vote lead by excluding the votes of several caucus states
5. Further supports her claim by including a state (MI) in which she was the only one on the ballot–zimbabwe style.

How can she use the one person one vote argument in one instance and then exclude the votes of 250K MI voters who voted for "uncommitted" plus those of several caucus states. People actually showed up to vote against her in MI.

Greg, Pennsylvania   June 2nd, 2008 11:32 am ET

Which one is worse? I am scared to death!

Valerie - St. Louis, MO   June 2nd, 2008 11:30 am ET

This race would be over if the Supers had decided long ago that it should be over. Then she wouldn't be able to continue spouting such revenge for her opponent. This scorched earth campaign she has led, has damaged the party to the point that her supporters will not support the democratic front runner. That is saaaddd!

Independant Voter   June 2nd, 2008 11:29 am ET

I'll be honest I don't usually vote Republican but, this time around I reservse the right to do just that. The Democractic party has completely turned my off. The fact that they can't decide on a nominee makes me think that they could not come to a consesus about lissue that affect me, the economy for the most part. I think that the longer this goes on the more independants are going to vote with McCain even though the may not want to.

ys   June 2nd, 2008 11:29 am ET

A man would never stop. Why should she?
Also, barack is hopeless anyway so it's not like she's raining on anyone's parade.

Help Me Understand   June 2nd, 2008 11:29 am ET

I still don't understand Clinton supporters and their support of McCain over Obama. That makes zero sense and is very dangerous for our country and children. Ruining the country b/c your candidate didn't win is ridiculous.

Victor as the winner/NC   June 2nd, 2008 11:29 am ET

I very sorry to advise Hillary that she has lost the Bid for nomination to OBAMA. She should accept the defeat instead of trying to brag , Obama has already acknowledge you efforts, why not accept his?? . You lost , believe it Hillary!!!!
Go Home and talk chelsea to give you a grandkid, you will be happy for the rest of you life. She might be the next president , and please dont exhaust the beautiful girl early enough, if you expect her to run for office some time , even though you are trying to give her some experience. Let her learn from Obama.

Kurt   June 2nd, 2008 11:29 am ET

I can only hope she will remain in the contest. The Democrats are faced with a difficult situation. If Obama gets the nomination, they are stuck with what I feel is an unelectable candidate. He could not carry the all important swing states of Ohio, KY, PA, or IN. Had MI's votes counted in full, I think he would have also lost there and in FL as well. If a candidate can't carry those states the candidate can't win. A deal will have to be made at the convention that sees her emerge as the candidate. Otherwise, the Republican machine will school Obama on what a real campaign is all about and it will not be pretty.

The Clear Thinking Independent   June 2nd, 2008 11:29 am ET

There is the theatre and there is reality …

The reality is that Senator Obama has wone the Democratic Presidential primary.

Congratulations to Mrs. Clinton for a hard fought contest and all that she accomplished.

Given such a bruising fight, her duty now is to make her and Bill available, at Mr. Obama's disposal, to stump for him … as he and his team deem approporiate … to repair the clear rift in the Democratic body politic that has resulted from all the theatre.

Character is shown not by how you win but how you lose …

Jatovi, NC   June 2nd, 2008 11:29 am ET

I hope she will listen. If she doesn't and continues on to the convention and with this silly lawsuite, she will cause major damage to the democratic party. We are now in the Red Zone and many people realize it. I commend Mrs. Clinton for 'fighting' but it's time. It's time to mend the party and move focus to battling McCain and not tearing the winner down.

Helen, GA   June 2nd, 2008 11:29 am ET

Gov. Vilsack, it is time for you to endorse John McCain. I am a HIllary supporter and I will vote for John McCain. Barack has no credentials to be our president. He has no substance, he has no achievements whatsoever for American people. He is fake and americna people should know more about his past in Chicago, his support to liberals with his liberal policy. Barack, just go away my friend.

bakari usseni   June 2nd, 2008 11:29 am ET

A GOOD SIGN WHERE THE SUPER DELEGATE ARE LEANING TO OBAMA.

Trey L.   June 2nd, 2008 11:29 am ET

This thing has been over for a while! I hate to say it but if Barack was behind like she is they would have made him stop about 1 month ago.
We all know why she stuck it out……but now she needs to do the right thing.

Earl the Independent   June 2nd, 2008 11:29 am ET

Imagine this. The Celtics and Lakers are set to start game 1 later this week at let's say 8:30. This is the understood time that the game will start and both teams agree to that. Well, let's say the Celtics decide they are going to start playing at 7:30. Now even though the Celtics started the game, but the Lakers are following the rules, the Lakers are supposed to be penalized?????????????? Are the Celtics supposed to be able to count all the points they have accumulated even though the Lakers were not even on the court???????? Obama was NOT on the court!!!!!! The agreement that FL and MI WOULD NOT count!!!!!!!! Common sense should prevail here. You so called "Dems" are silly. Also, speaking as an Independent, if you are going to vote for McCain and become an Independent because HRC has fairly lost the election; DON'T!!!!!!!! We Independents DO NOT want you sullying our movement. Do not dirty the Independent movement. Stay right where you are!!!!!!!

tedious898   June 2nd, 2008 11:28 am ET

Bob S….I love the Clintons …always have. But there's some pretty bad news about "bubba" in Vanity Fair. Is this the type of information you're expecting for Barack?

b   June 2nd, 2008 11:28 am ET

Why should Hillary stop? There is too much at stake. Specifically my future. Obama will lose to McCain. I can not afford four more years of Bush's failed policies! Hillary is the electable Democrat. Super-delegates please do your job and ensure that Hillary is the nominee.

Timothy   June 2nd, 2008 11:28 am ET

Cnn, Fox both suck. personally, I like Keith Oberman.

Dr. J   June 2nd, 2008 11:28 am ET

I think this man is correct. She has done enough damage to the party. After the 3rd, she should be graceful and help united the party.

CC PENNES   June 2nd, 2008 11:28 am ET

SHE WILL NOT GIVE UP, SHE IS TEARING THE PARTY APART SHE WANTS TO WIN AT ANY COST , THERE HAS GOT TO BE SOMEBODY OUT THERE WHO CAN STOP HER?????

James   June 2nd, 2008 11:28 am ET

She can't win, that's the fact, Primary and the General election. She only can win by her arguement, not by the will of the American People.

George   June 2nd, 2008 11:28 am ET

Hillary has shown great leadership and loyalty to her party, the Republican Party. She is doing EVERYTHING SHE CAN to put her fellow Republican John McCain in power, even if it means a kamikaze end to her own career.

She doesn't mind destroying herself as long as she can bring the Democratic nomine Obama down with her and clear the road for fellow Republican John McCain.

Over the Hill(ary)   June 2nd, 2008 11:28 am ET

The only people that think McAncient can win the Presidency are Hillary supporters!

karuna bertam   June 2nd, 2008 11:28 am ET

Hillary's arguments belies belief! The Clintons have shown that they will never accept responsibility for their actions, even when overwhelming evidence is right in front of them. From the impeachment days, it has always been "them" against us! They are willing to destroy anyone and anything in their bid for power, and it has always been about them. So what do they care that they are destroying everything in their wake? Open you eyes and use your brains, all you blind followers, before it is too late.

Deb   June 2nd, 2008 11:28 am ET

It is over but will Hillary and her supporters listen? Even if Michigan went the way they wanted, would not be fair, she will still be behind. Obama has won more delegates to date and the superdelegates will follow suit. Her supporters are devisive and she is the reason. She and Bill have used thier own math and strung people along with thier lies and pandering.

Ex-Democrat in Iowa   June 2nd, 2008 11:28 am ET

June 2nd, 2008 11:06 am ET
Your comment is awaiting moderation.
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.

Last Honest Man   June 2nd, 2008 11:28 am ET

OBAMISTS your 15 minutes are near…….don't blink

Jason Carter   June 2nd, 2008 11:27 am ET

I have a feeling we will start to see more and more prominant Hillary supporters encouraging her to end her 2008 presidential bid and support Obama. Now that the Rules and Bylaws Committee has ruled on Michigan and Florida, and the delegations from both those states have unanimously supported the ruling, Hillary's last hope of securing the nomination has evaporated. It's time for all Democrats to come together and support our presumptive nominee against McCain and his pro-Bush policies.

FreedomFromFear-Florida   June 2nd, 2008 11:27 am ET

So right LINDA NAVARE.

Deb of RI   June 2nd, 2008 11:27 am ET

She didn't "lose" the nomination, it is being stolen by Superdelegates (especially creeps like Bill Richardson) pressured to endorse Obama by the DNC. The people WILL have the final say in November.

McCain 08′

Jim   June 2nd, 2008 11:27 am ET

At least her supporters are acknowledging the facts. Someone tell Hillary that will ya? GET OUT! IT"S OVER… get over your ego and realize the Clinton dynasty is almost over!!!!! Time to let someone else run things for a change.

Candy West Virginia   June 2nd, 2008 11:27 am ET

Do we really want someone who can't run their campaig or it's finances, acts like a spoiled brat when they don't get their way and could care less about the country as our president? I don't think so.

karlo3   June 2nd, 2008 11:27 am ET

Let us wait and see until when she will be able to acknowledge that she will not get the nomination. But, anything can happen during the process, you never know.

mel   June 2nd, 2008 11:27 am ET

Hillary plans was to stack the popular in areas that Obama could not
win because of the racial tension geographic areas such as
west virginia,kentucky and puerto rico. Latino men's do not really care
about a black at all,so they convince there voter to vote who they want to. Hillary is trying overturn superdelegate by stacking popular voter.
This a plans of her and Bill.

Jacky   June 2nd, 2008 11:27 am ET

This is the true clinton in action!She has clearly lost,but she wouldn't give in to unite the party,which is really sad.She is clearly all about her self,not about the American people,or the democratic party,she feels it's all about her.It's time for her supporters to start uniting around Obama,and let her whin and cry!

Leon   June 2nd, 2008 11:27 am ET

Thank you, I am so sick of Hillary. I wish she will go away. If she cares about the democratic party, she will step aside. Does she think that if she steals the nomination by claiming that she won the popular vote, that people will vote for her. Dream on. Get a reality check and let's band together to defeat the Republicans in November.

mdg   June 2nd, 2008 11:27 am ET

She won't listen to him, of all people - the former Gov. of Iowa because, according to her math, that state (and several others) did not "vote" .

She only wants the machine or paper votes to count, not the people in the caucus states who voted with their bodies by showing up at caucus.

Furthermore, she wanted Obama to have zero delegates from Michigan. Now who, in control of all their mental faculties, believes absolutely no one in Detroit, Michigan voted for Obama?

Enough is Enough!

Yolanda   June 2nd, 2008 11:26 am ET

To Support MCCAIN:

You want some Republican spin? GO OVER TO FOX!!

Rob   June 2nd, 2008 11:26 am ET

Hey Support MMCCAIN, go to fox news for your fill of conservative slop.

Ted   June 2nd, 2008 11:26 am ET

Clinton wants something. She's still in it for some plum post. It's a ruthlessly smart move - one a true pol would make.

GO HILL!   June 2nd, 2008 11:26 am ET

Well, If you count Pledged Delegates only, and remove Edwards delegates (which I'm sorry, BO doesn't deserve, Edwards voters went to Hillary), and give Hillary the delegates SHE EARNED in MI and FL, the amount separating them is 74. Out of over 3300 delegates, they are separated by 74. If the media and DNC had done their jobs and vetted BO early on, if the media and DNC hadn't been in the tank for him since LAST YEAR, Hillary Clinton would be the Dems nominee by a wide margin. Instead, the media and the dems chose to treat Hillary like you know what, demean her, call her and Bill racists, belittle the experience she has and the work she has done, allowed BO to basically COPY her policies and ideas, and in doing so, the dems will lose in November. Plus, more actual PEOPLE vote