Comments on: Carter says unity ticket would be 'worst mistake' http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/06/04/carter-says-unity-ticket-would-be-worst-mistake/ All politics, all the time Tue, 22 Dec 2009 17:48:46 +0000 http://wordpress.com/ hourly 1 By: Vera http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/06/04/carter-says-unity-ticket-would-be-worst-mistake/#comment-1214939 Vera Wed, 04 Jun 2008 18:47:47 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=7601#comment-1214939 Hillary as a VP? NO WAY...! it will never work, it will be a nightmare! Hillary as a VP? NO WAY...! it will never work, it will be a nightmare!

]]> By: Susan http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/06/04/carter-says-unity-ticket-would-be-worst-mistake/#comment-1214858 Susan Wed, 04 Jun 2008 18:42:31 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=7601#comment-1214858 Jimmy Carter, I voted for you, but I think it's time you stay out of the politics. You seem to cause problems. Stay out Jimmy Carter Jimmy Carter, I voted for you, but I think it's time you stay out of the politics. You seem to cause problems.

Stay out Jimmy Carter

]]> By: Heidi http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/06/04/carter-says-unity-ticket-would-be-worst-mistake/#comment-1214852 Heidi Wed, 04 Jun 2008 18:42:22 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=7601#comment-1214852 B-NYC HE RAISED THE MONEY, HE DIDN'T NEED 4X THE MONEY. AND HILARY IS STILL OVER $20 MILLION IN DEBT, WHO DOES SHE THINK SHOULD PAY OFF THAT DEBT FOR HER? OBAMA HAS PLENTY OF CHOICES FOR VP AND SHE IS LOW ON THE LIST, I THINK THAT WITH THE POOR RACE SHE RAN AND HER FINANICAL DEBT THAT HILLARY NEEDS OBAMA FAR MORE THAN HE NEEDS HER. B-NYC HE RAISED THE MONEY, HE DIDN'T NEED 4X THE MONEY. AND HILARY IS STILL OVER $20 MILLION IN DEBT, WHO DOES SHE THINK SHOULD PAY OFF THAT DEBT FOR HER?

OBAMA HAS PLENTY OF CHOICES FOR VP AND SHE IS LOW ON THE LIST, I THINK THAT WITH THE POOR RACE SHE RAN AND HER FINANICAL DEBT THAT HILLARY NEEDS OBAMA FAR MORE THAN HE NEEDS HER.

]]> By: Ed H http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/06/04/carter-says-unity-ticket-would-be-worst-mistake/#comment-1214850 Ed H Wed, 04 Jun 2008 18:42:21 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=7601#comment-1214850 I have to agree, given Hillary's polarity problems. Obama would be showing weakness to accept her after she failed to recognize his achievement last night. The woman sickens me with her negativity and loathsome self-interests. I have to agree, given Hillary's polarity problems. Obama would be showing weakness to accept her after she failed to recognize his achievement last night. The woman sickens me with her negativity and loathsome self-interests.

]]> By: skylark http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/06/04/carter-says-unity-ticket-would-be-worst-mistake/#comment-1214845 skylark Wed, 04 Jun 2008 18:42:04 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=7601#comment-1214845 What he really needs to do is get an order of protection against her and her rabid fans. ASAP. They are all crazies. You would have to be certifiable to vote for McCain under any circumstances. Swallow your pride and do what is right for you country. What he really needs to do is get an order of protection against her and her rabid fans. ASAP.
They are all crazies. You would have to be certifiable to vote for McCain under any circumstances. Swallow your pride and do what is right for you country.

]]> By: Bruce from Palo Alto, CA http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/06/04/carter-says-unity-ticket-would-be-worst-mistake/#comment-1214843 Bruce from Palo Alto, CA Wed, 04 Jun 2008 18:41:58 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=7601#comment-1214843 Carter is senile and jealous that the Clintons were re-elected and are still around. Most of our Middle Eastern and energy problems are based on his failures. Finally, no one brings more voters to the election that Hillary Clinton, and if Barack Obama losses the election through reckless pride it will be very destructive to the Democratic party. I wish Carter would just go away. Carter is senile and jealous that the Clintons were re-elected and are still around. Most of our Middle Eastern and energy problems are based on his failures.

Finally, no one brings more voters to the election that Hillary Clinton, and if Barack Obama losses the election through reckless pride it will be very destructive to the Democratic party.

I wish Carter would just go away.

]]> By: North Carolina http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/06/04/carter-says-unity-ticket-would-be-worst-mistake/#comment-1214842 North Carolina Wed, 04 Jun 2008 18:41:57 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=7601#comment-1214842 i really wish people would look at the bigger picture. if everybody just closed their eyes and listened to what was being said during the primaries we would all be on the same page right now. people are so quick to say it has nothing to do with race or sex but that is a lie. for the last 8 years we have been suffering under a president who has no clue what is happening in the world around him. how can someone who has never been without tell some who has, how to feel? there is no way to fully understand a person until you have lived in their shoes. another thing who wants another lying leader, Hillary told us she came under sniper fire but we found out that was a lie. she is constantly misspeaking and yet everybody forgives her. she really needs to stop trying to live off of her husbands accomplishments and bulid her own and maybe next election she will do better. she wants to claim a win in a state where Obama's name wasnt on the ballot, how smart is that. she needs to go home and find a way to get out of debt. i really wish people would look at the bigger picture. if everybody just closed their eyes and listened to what was being said during the primaries we would all be on the same page right now. people are so quick to say it has nothing to do with race or sex but that is a lie. for the last 8 years we have been suffering under a president who has no clue what is happening in the world around him. how can someone who has never been without tell some who has, how to feel? there is no way to fully understand a person until you have lived in their shoes. another thing who wants another lying leader, Hillary told us she came under sniper fire but we found out that was a lie. she is constantly misspeaking and yet everybody forgives her. she really needs to stop trying to live off of her husbands accomplishments and bulid her own and maybe next election she will do better. she wants to claim a win in a state where Obama's name wasnt on the ballot, how smart is that. she needs to go home and find a way to get out of debt.

]]> By: jorge lopez http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/06/04/carter-says-unity-ticket-would-be-worst-mistake/#comment-1214840 jorge lopez Wed, 04 Jun 2008 18:41:56 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=7601#comment-1214840 If he Don't pick Hillary I wont vote for this black man ... If she with him I will vote .... if not McCain then.... If he Don't pick Hillary I wont vote for this black man ... If she with him I will vote .... if not McCain then....

]]> By: robinhood, california http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/06/04/carter-says-unity-ticket-would-be-worst-mistake/#comment-1214838 robinhood, california Wed, 04 Jun 2008 18:41:54 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=7601#comment-1214838 Carter you are an idiot. You lost to RR for a reason. Carter you are an idiot. You lost to RR for a reason.

]]> By: Diana NJ http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/06/04/carter-says-unity-ticket-would-be-worst-mistake/#comment-1214837 Diana NJ Wed, 04 Jun 2008 18:41:53 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=7601#comment-1214837 Carter is right, this unity ticket would only be a dream to nightmare. Hillary has not conceded yet, she can still campaign and go to Denver. We respect whatever choice she has. We should not waste time guessing what she wants and try to accomodate. Enough is enough. Obama should just move on and recruit the best candidate available to govern our country for the good of our future. He has run a successful campaign that proves his courage, vision with great strategic skill, just do it all over again. Carter is right, this unity ticket would only be a dream to nightmare. Hillary has not conceded yet, she can still campaign and go to Denver. We respect whatever choice she has. We should not waste time guessing what she wants and try to accomodate. Enough is enough. Obama should just move on and recruit the best candidate available to govern our country for the good of our future. He has run a successful campaign that proves his courage, vision with great strategic skill, just do it all over again.

]]> By: Phil in KC http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/06/04/carter-says-unity-ticket-would-be-worst-mistake/#comment-1214836 Phil in KC Wed, 04 Jun 2008 18:41:52 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=7601#comment-1214836 I agree with Jimmy. While his presidency may have been plagued by economic issues and an international incident, he is and has been a true elder statesman. He also understands politics. I agree with Jimmy. While his presidency may have been plagued by economic issues and an international incident, he is and has been a true elder statesman. He also understands politics.

]]> By: lydia http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/06/04/carter-says-unity-ticket-would-be-worst-mistake/#comment-1214831 lydia Wed, 04 Jun 2008 18:41:42 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=7601#comment-1214831 PICK A WOMAN OBAMA, BUT NOT HER PICK A WOMAN OBAMA, BUT NOT HER

]]> By: Voice of Reason http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/06/04/carter-says-unity-ticket-would-be-worst-mistake/#comment-1214826 Voice of Reason Wed, 04 Jun 2008 18:41:29 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=7601#comment-1214826 Everybody needs to take a breath and get a grip. I really am astonished by the Hillary people saying they won't vote for Obama and the Obama people saying they won't vote for Hillary. Folks, we are at a turning point in history here. The simple fact is that our country as we know and love it may not survive another four, much less eight, years of Republican administration. The phrase "cutting of your nose to spite your face" comes to mind, but falls short. For Democrats to stay home in November or, God forbid, vote for McCain, amounts to cutting off our heads to spite our faces. Everybody needs to take a breath and get a grip. I really am astonished by the Hillary people saying they won't vote for Obama and the Obama people saying they won't vote for Hillary. Folks, we are at a turning point in history here. The simple fact is that our country as we know and love it may not survive another four, much less eight, years of Republican administration.

The phrase "cutting of your nose to spite your face" comes to mind, but falls short. For Democrats to stay home in November or, God forbid, vote for McCain, amounts to cutting off our heads to spite our faces.

]]> By: LC7196 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/06/04/carter-says-unity-ticket-would-be-worst-mistake/#comment-1214827 LC7196 Wed, 04 Jun 2008 18:41:29 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=7601#comment-1214827 I finally agree with Jimmy Carter on something!!! I do hope that Senator Clinton is NOT selected as VP. There are many better choices. I finally agree with Jimmy Carter on something!!! I do hope that Senator Clinton is NOT selected as VP. There are many better choices.

]]> By: Cecelia booth http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/06/04/carter-says-unity-ticket-would-be-worst-mistake/#comment-1214821 Cecelia booth Wed, 04 Jun 2008 18:41:25 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=7601#comment-1214821 Is Hillary 18 million people going to vote for McCain, I don't think so. They really don't want 4 more years of being in a relationship with President Bush!/McCain. By time the election comes, some of those 18 million people that belongs to Hillary will have a change of heart. She is not worthy to be on his ticket. She is hungry for power, not change. Is Hillary 18 million people going to vote for McCain, I don't think so.
They really don't want 4 more years of being in a relationship with
President Bush!/McCain. By time the election comes, some of those 18 million people that belongs to Hillary will have a change of heart.
She is not worthy to be on his ticket. She is hungry for power, not
change.

]]> By: A vote for McCain, means the exact same thing! http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/06/04/carter-says-unity-ticket-would-be-worst-mistake/#comment-1214817 A vote for McCain, means the exact same thing! Wed, 04 Jun 2008 18:41:23 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=7601#comment-1214817 Stop fighting Dems! Time to unite behind the candidate, because he is a Democrat. Our party is for the people, of the people. This our chance to run Washington, like it was written in our Constitution. They are supposed to work for us. Dick Cheney's agenda will continue, if you vote for McCain! Stop fighting Dems! Time to unite behind the candidate, because he is a Democrat. Our party is for the people, of the people.

This our chance to run Washington, like it was written in our Constitution. They are supposed to work for us.

Dick Cheney's agenda will continue, if you vote for McCain!

]]> By: Danny G. Boca Raton, FL http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/06/04/carter-says-unity-ticket-would-be-worst-mistake/#comment-1214815 Danny G. Boca Raton, FL Wed, 04 Jun 2008 18:41:20 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=7601#comment-1214815 Like Carter has any room to talk? he allowed Kennedy to crawl all the way up to the convention.... please... as for everyone else... do not disrespect Sen. Clinton, she has done great jobs for this country and we should be thankful she is a democrat. Obama will decide what he thinks is right... it is not up to us to decide for him. Respect people, respect that is the name of the game... Like Carter has any room to talk? he allowed Kennedy to crawl all the way up to the convention.... please... as for everyone else... do not disrespect Sen. Clinton, she has done great jobs for this country and we should be thankful she is a democrat. Obama will decide what he thinks is right... it is not up to us to decide for him. Respect people, respect that is the name of the game...

]]> By: Changed in Chino Hills http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/06/04/carter-says-unity-ticket-would-be-worst-mistake/#comment-1214814 Changed in Chino Hills Wed, 04 Jun 2008 18:41:18 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=7601#comment-1214814 At the beginning of this election campaign I was overjoyed with the very real prospect of Hillary having a genuine shot at becoming the next president of the USA. As a life-long democrat, she had my vote. But shortly before Super Tuesday I was intrigued by Barack's message and I began to believe that he had a vision that if given the opportunity, could change the world, as we know it; so I made the switch. Not because I am African American, a woman, an MIT and UCLA graduate, 51 years old nor naive, but because I believed in him and his message of change. I still respected Hillary and would have voted for her or Edwards or whoever earned our party's nomination because it is what good democrats do and I am nothing if not a good democrat. At that point the thought of the two of them united on the same ticket literally took my breath away and I felt that there was no way we could lose in November. But the Senator Clinton that began this race underwent a metamorphosis into something that I can neither recognize nor support. I, and many others, truly feel that she is selfish, unscrupulous, and dishonest; in short she unfortunately reaffirms our lack of respect and trust of many of our elected officials. She is counterproductive to Senator Obama's message of change which is the very thing that won this nomination for him and to add her as his running mate would paint him as a hypocrite at a time when people are desperately seeking a leader who embodies integrity, honesty, sincerity and above all, change. Please, I implore all of us to be still, forget self, listen to the cries of not only our country but the world, and elect President Obama. At the beginning of this election campaign I was overjoyed with the very real prospect of Hillary having a genuine shot at becoming the next president of the USA. As a life-long democrat, she had my vote. But shortly before Super Tuesday I was intrigued by Barack's message and I began to believe that he had a vision that if given the opportunity, could change the world, as we know it; so I made the switch. Not because I am African American, a woman, an MIT and UCLA graduate, 51 years old nor naive, but because I believed in him and his message of change. I still respected Hillary and would have voted for her or Edwards or whoever earned our party's nomination because it is what good democrats do and I am nothing if not a good democrat. At that point the thought of the two of them united on the same ticket literally took my breath away and I felt that there was no way we could lose in November. But the Senator Clinton that began this race underwent a metamorphosis into something that I can neither recognize nor support. I, and many others, truly feel that she is selfish, unscrupulous, and dishonest; in short she unfortunately reaffirms our lack of respect and trust of many of our elected officials. She is counterproductive to Senator Obama's message of change which is the very thing that won this nomination for him and to add her as his running mate would paint him as a hypocrite at a time when people are desperately seeking a leader who embodies integrity, honesty, sincerity and above all, change. Please, I implore all of us to be still, forget self, listen to the cries of not only our country but the world, and elect President Obama.

]]> By: MLH http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/06/04/carter-says-unity-ticket-would-be-worst-mistake/#comment-1214813 MLH Wed, 04 Jun 2008 18:41:17 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=7601#comment-1214813 Those are the wisest sentences Jimmy Carter has ever said. A unity ticket would be very bad for America ! ! ! Those are the wisest sentences Jimmy Carter has ever said. A unity ticket would be very bad for America ! ! !

]]> By: AJ http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/06/04/carter-says-unity-ticket-would-be-worst-mistake/#comment-1214810 AJ Wed, 04 Jun 2008 18:41:14 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=7601#comment-1214810 why are my comments never posted . why are my comments never posted .

]]> By: Jack Varner http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/06/04/carter-says-unity-ticket-would-be-worst-mistake/#comment-1214807 Jack Varner Wed, 04 Jun 2008 18:41:11 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=7601#comment-1214807 I think an Obama/Clinton ticket would be historical... and I think it would win. If Obama is truly concerned with making a change in the politics of this country, he should offer the VP position to Clinton. Most political experts agree that it would be a mistake, but I wouldn't be surprised if he actually did it. It would show the American public that he's serious about a shift from the politics of old, and I think he's gutsy enough to do it. I think an Obama/Clinton ticket would be historical... and I think it would win. If Obama is truly concerned with making a change in the politics of this country, he should offer the VP position to Clinton. Most political experts agree that it would be a mistake, but I wouldn't be surprised if he actually did it. It would show the American public that he's serious about a shift from the politics of old, and I think he's gutsy enough to do it.

]]> By: Anonymous http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/06/04/carter-says-unity-ticket-would-be-worst-mistake/#comment-1214806 Anonymous Wed, 04 Jun 2008 18:41:10 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=7601#comment-1214806 Edwards said he is not intertested in being the VP. Shows how much some of you Obama fanatics pay attention...heck, maybe you didn't even pay attention to who you were voting for any now look at what you've done. This country is headed for more of the same spiral it's been on. Since it can't be Hillary '08, go McCain! Edwards said he is not intertested in being the VP. Shows how much some of you Obama fanatics pay attention...heck, maybe you didn't even pay attention to who you were voting for any now look at what you've done. This country is headed for more of the same spiral it's been on.

Since it can't be Hillary '08, go McCain!

]]> By: paws http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/06/04/carter-says-unity-ticket-would-be-worst-mistake/#comment-1214805 paws Wed, 04 Jun 2008 18:41:05 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=7601#comment-1214805 I agree with Jimmy Carter. Barack needs someone he can trust and unfortunately, Hillary has shown she is NOT that person. So disappointing. I agree with Jimmy Carter. Barack needs someone he can trust and unfortunately, Hillary has shown she is NOT that person. So disappointing.

]]> By: Ivee http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/06/04/carter-says-unity-ticket-would-be-worst-mistake/#comment-1214800 Ivee Wed, 04 Jun 2008 18:41:01 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=7601#comment-1214800 These Hillary people are getting mighty tiresome....just like their losing candidate. These Hillary people are getting mighty tiresome....just like their losing candidate.

]]> By: Graham from California http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/06/04/carter-says-unity-ticket-would-be-worst-mistake/#comment-1214792 Graham from California Wed, 04 Jun 2008 18:40:49 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=7601#comment-1214792 So, you Hillary supporters are going to abandon your party when we most need you, just because you think Obama's supporters are rude? Newsflash: Obama's supporters are not on the ballot, Barack Obama is. Please, wake up and look at the big picture here! This is not about Obama vs. Hillary. Indeed, they're nearly identical when it comes to policies. Only minor differences separate them. What really needs to happen is for McCain to lose in November so we can get this country on the right path again. If Hillary supporters either boycott the election, or even worse, vote for McCain, it'll be on their conscience if Obama loses. Please, for the love of the USA, put your sour grapes aside and vote for Obama. If he doesn't offer her the VP slot, he's sure to tap her for a leading position in his Cabinet. Hillary will be part of the next administration in a leadership position. Democrats MUST unite! I've always said that if my choice of candidate - Obama - lost, then I'd vote for Hillary without thinking twice. Hillary supporters, please vote for Obama in the same manner. So, you Hillary supporters are going to abandon your party when we most need you, just because you think Obama's supporters are rude? Newsflash: Obama's supporters are not on the ballot, Barack Obama is. Please, wake up and look at the big picture here! This is not about Obama vs. Hillary. Indeed, they're nearly identical when it comes to policies. Only minor differences separate them.
What really needs to happen is for McCain to lose in November so we can get this country on the right path again. If Hillary supporters either boycott the election, or even worse, vote for McCain, it'll be on their conscience if Obama loses. Please, for the love of the USA, put your sour grapes aside and vote for Obama. If he doesn't offer her the VP slot, he's sure to tap her for a leading position in his Cabinet. Hillary will be part of the next administration in a leadership position. Democrats MUST unite! I've always said that if my choice of candidate – Obama – lost, then I'd vote for Hillary without thinking twice. Hillary supporters, please vote for Obama in the same manner.

]]> By: Obama Girl http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/06/04/carter-says-unity-ticket-would-be-worst-mistake/#comment-1214789 Obama Girl Wed, 04 Jun 2008 18:40:45 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=7601#comment-1214789 I think it is very sad that all of you bloggers are still being so negative, racist and sexist no matter who you supported it is time to unite and give America back to the people. I find that those of you who are saying I won't vote for Obama because his supporters were not nice to Hillary well that goes both ways. Grow up all of you, our country is in trouble and all you care about is who said what and who did what. It is time to move on and if you can't do that then God help us all, but I am not going to let you decide my fate. I will support Obama and move on to making America the strong and vibrant country that it has always been. OBAMA 08 I think it is very sad that all of you bloggers are still being so negative, racist and sexist no matter who you supported it is time to unite and give America back to the people. I find that those of you who are saying I won't vote for Obama because his supporters were not nice to Hillary well that goes both ways. Grow up all of you, our country is in trouble and all you care about is who said what and who did what. It is time to move on and if you can't do that then God help us all, but I am not going to let you decide my fate. I will support Obama and move on to making America the strong and vibrant country that it has always been. OBAMA 08

]]> By: Kelley in TX http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/06/04/carter-says-unity-ticket-would-be-worst-mistake/#comment-1214786 Kelley in TX Wed, 04 Jun 2008 18:40:36 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=7601#comment-1214786 It's Obama's decision and he will make the right one. It's Obama's decision and he will make the right one.

]]> By: dev http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/06/04/carter-says-unity-ticket-would-be-worst-mistake/#comment-1214783 dev Wed, 04 Jun 2008 18:40:34 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=7601#comment-1214783 He is absolutely right. He is one guy who is not shy about speaking the truth. He is absolutely right. He is one guy who is not shy about speaking the truth.

]]> By: R Thomas http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/06/04/carter-says-unity-ticket-would-be-worst-mistake/#comment-1214782 R Thomas Wed, 04 Jun 2008 18:40:32 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=7601#comment-1214782 Hillary supporters keep acting as if they are hurting Obama supporters by not voting for him in November when in reality they are hurting themselves. Hillary did not wi the popular vote, nor the delegate count, that is the reality. She has been rude and disrespectful to Obama and I would rather see him lose with someone who respects him then to have her and Bill trying to run a White House he has earned. Also remember one thing, Hillary or anyone else can't get in the White House today or four years from now without our vote either.....we can rise or fall togethertake your pick. Hillary supporters keep acting as if they are hurting Obama supporters by not voting for him in November when in reality they are hurting themselves. Hillary did not wi the popular vote, nor the delegate count, that is the reality. She has been rude and disrespectful to Obama and I would rather see him lose with someone who respects him then to have her and Bill trying to run a White House he has earned. Also remember one thing, Hillary or anyone else can't get in the White House today or four years from now without our vote either.....we can rise or fall togethertake your pick.

]]> By: Steve http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/06/04/carter-says-unity-ticket-would-be-worst-mistake/#comment-1214781 Steve Wed, 04 Jun 2008 18:40:31 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=7601#comment-1214781 Once again, Jimmy Carter, I applaud your honesty, intelligence and understanding of people in this country. Hillary would be much more of a liability than a help to Obama. He could do a lot more with Edwards on his ticket or even Caroline Kennedy. As for me, I will not be voting for him, Hillary or McCain in November --- only the Green Party is asking questions and proposing solutions to the root structural problems that call out for true change. Once again, Jimmy Carter, I applaud your honesty, intelligence and understanding of people in this country. Hillary would be much more of a liability than a help to Obama. He could do a lot more with Edwards on his ticket or even Caroline Kennedy. As for me, I will not be voting for him, Hillary or McCain in November - only the Green Party is asking questions and proposing solutions to the root structural problems that call out for true change.

]]> By: Pat NY http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/06/04/carter-says-unity-ticket-would-be-worst-mistake/#comment-1214773 Pat NY Wed, 04 Jun 2008 18:40:26 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=7601#comment-1214773 Carter, Shut Up! Taking political advice from you is the kiss of death....you may be one of our best ex-presidents, but you were one of our worst presidents! George W. Bush was a gift to you, taking over your role as the worst president ever. Carter, Shut Up! Taking political advice from you is the kiss of death....you may be one of our best ex-presidents, but you were one of our worst presidents! George W. Bush was a gift to you, taking over your role as the worst president ever.

]]> By: blue http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/06/04/carter-says-unity-ticket-would-be-worst-mistake/#comment-1214774 blue Wed, 04 Jun 2008 18:40:26 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=7601#comment-1214774 Carter is right. In addition to the votes cast for Obama the candidate, Obama received many votes against Hillary. Hillary is incredibly skilled at pandering to every constituency with lies or half truths as it suits her. It's incredible that she can make up such outrageous lies with a straight face when at least some of her lies are so easily discoverable. The critical problem with Hillary that her supporters appear to ignore is her character. If you add grime to a clean surface, it's grime that you'll see. Adding Hillary to Obama's ticket will besmirch Obama's campaign. Furthermore, if Obama wants to continue to campaign on the message of change, bringing on Hillary will defeat that message. The same people who voted for Obama against Hillary, will vote against the joint ticket. Even in the unlikely chance that they were to win on a joint ticket, can you imagine having to work with Hillary for the next four years? She will use every opportunity to over shadow Obama and control the administration, not for the good of the country, but to satisfy her ego. Carter is right. In addition to the votes cast for Obama the candidate, Obama received many votes against Hillary. Hillary is incredibly skilled at pandering to every constituency with lies or half truths as it suits her. It's incredible that she can make up such outrageous lies with a straight face when at least some of her lies are so easily discoverable. The critical problem with Hillary that her supporters appear to ignore is her character. If you add grime to a clean surface, it's grime that you'll see. Adding Hillary to Obama's ticket will besmirch Obama's campaign. Furthermore, if Obama wants to continue to campaign on the message of change, bringing on Hillary will defeat that message. The same people who voted for Obama against Hillary, will vote against the joint ticket.

Even in the unlikely chance that they were to win on a joint ticket, can you imagine having to work with Hillary for the next four years? She will use every opportunity to over shadow Obama and control the administration, not for the good of the country, but to satisfy her ego.

]]> By: Jon- Columbus, IN http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/06/04/carter-says-unity-ticket-would-be-worst-mistake/#comment-1214770 Jon- Columbus, IN Wed, 04 Jun 2008 18:40:25 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=7601#comment-1214770 Carter is absolutely right. She truly brings nothing to his ticket that he can't eventually get for himself, as her more devoted supporters won't support any ticket without her at the top. And I'm getting tired of Hillary people saying he outspent her so he must be bad. The Clintons have been on the national stage since 1992. When Bill's term was up, Hillary began her Senate career. When Kerry lost, people were already propping up Hillary for 2008 signs. She had all that momentum and support before her campaign even started. Compared to Obama's almost zero national name recognition outside a few political insiders and of course he'd need to outspend her by a ridiculous margin. She started out with twice as much money anyway. Carter is absolutely right. She truly brings nothing to his ticket that he can't eventually get for himself, as her more devoted supporters won't support any ticket without her at the top.

And I'm getting tired of Hillary people saying he outspent her so he must be bad. The Clintons have been on the national stage since 1992. When Bill's term was up, Hillary began her Senate career. When Kerry lost, people were already propping up Hillary for 2008 signs. She had all that momentum and support before her campaign even started. Compared to Obama's almost zero national name recognition outside a few political insiders and of course he'd need to outspend her by a ridiculous margin.

She started out with twice as much money anyway.

]]> By: Chula http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/06/04/carter-says-unity-ticket-would-be-worst-mistake/#comment-1214767 Chula Wed, 04 Jun 2008 18:40:21 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=7601#comment-1214767 More democrats voted for Hillary than Obama. The majority said NO to Obama!! Jimmy Carters comment....is exactly why we are supporting Hillary all the way to the Convention! It's the good old boy network and the Washington Elite who have consistently tried to manipulate this selection process. It is Obama, Kennedy, Carter and the elite who have continued to disrespect Hillary supporters. In the end we will have the last say in November and our voices will be heard loud and clear. More democrats voted for Hillary than Obama.

The majority said NO to Obama!!

Jimmy Carters comment....is exactly why we are supporting Hillary all the way to the Convention!

It's the good old boy network and the Washington Elite who have consistently tried to manipulate this selection process.

It is Obama, Kennedy, Carter and the elite who have continued to disrespect Hillary supporters.

In the end we will have the last say in November and our voices will be heard loud and clear.

]]> By: Hillary Clinton http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/06/04/carter-says-unity-ticket-would-be-worst-mistake/#comment-1214763 Hillary Clinton Wed, 04 Jun 2008 18:40:17 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=7601#comment-1214763 Hold on there! Hold on there!

]]> By: JB http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/06/04/carter-says-unity-ticket-would-be-worst-mistake/#comment-1214762 JB Wed, 04 Jun 2008 18:40:16 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=7601#comment-1214762 Hey B from NYC She LOST. Her horrible speech about me, me, me showed no respect for Obama of the party. Email her to tell her what she should do? Is this how she'd decide things IF she had won? Shameful! Hey B from NYC

She LOST.

Her horrible speech about me, me, me showed no respect for Obama of the party.

Email her to tell her what she should do? Is this how she'd decide things IF she had won?

Shameful!

]]> By: THE LONE RANGER http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/06/04/carter-says-unity-ticket-would-be-worst-mistake/#comment-1214759 THE LONE RANGER Wed, 04 Jun 2008 18:40:13 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=7601#comment-1214759 TO ALL CLINTONISTAS OUT THERE DEMANDING RESPECT ,LIKE YOU ARE SOME KIND OF HIGHER AND ROYAL EXISTENCE. YOU HAVE TO EARN RESPECT. CLINTON THREW GARBAGE AT OBAMA, AND YOU DEMAND RESPECT.???. GO TAKE A LONG HIKE OFF A SHORT PIER. BY THE WAY , 2 CAN PLAY THE GAME. THERE'S A WEBSITE FOR A PETITION TO KEEP HILLARY AWAY FROM THE VP. NOMINATION. COME ON , ALL DECENT AND RATIONAL DEMOCRATS, WRITE IN YOUR OUTRAGE AGAINST THE CLINTON'S ENTITLEMENT TO THE WHITE HOUSE. TO ALL CLINTONISTAS OUT THERE DEMANDING RESPECT ,LIKE YOU ARE SOME KIND OF HIGHER AND ROYAL EXISTENCE. YOU HAVE TO EARN RESPECT. CLINTON THREW GARBAGE AT OBAMA, AND YOU DEMAND RESPECT.???. GO TAKE A LONG HIKE OFF A SHORT PIER.
BY THE WAY , 2 CAN PLAY THE GAME. THERE'S A WEBSITE FOR A PETITION TO KEEP HILLARY AWAY FROM THE VP. NOMINATION. COME ON , ALL DECENT AND RATIONAL DEMOCRATS, WRITE IN YOUR OUTRAGE AGAINST THE CLINTON'S ENTITLEMENT TO THE WHITE HOUSE.

]]> By: Benjamin http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/06/04/carter-says-unity-ticket-would-be-worst-mistake/#comment-1214758 Benjamin Wed, 04 Jun 2008 18:40:12 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=7601#comment-1214758 Maybe Carter should consider the culmulation of both candidates POSITIVES, instead of considering the culmulation of their negatives. A lot feel that Obama is lagging in areas where Clinton doesn't, and vice versa, and together it's a more COMPLETE ticket. Maybe Carter should consider the culmulation of both candidates POSITIVES, instead of considering the culmulation of their negatives. A lot feel that Obama is lagging in areas where Clinton doesn't, and vice versa, and together it's a more COMPLETE ticket.

]]> By: Georgette From http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/06/04/carter-says-unity-ticket-would-be-worst-mistake/#comment-1214757 Georgette From Wed, 04 Jun 2008 18:40:11 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=7601#comment-1214757 I am an Independent, who has not supported one candidate over another. If all Americans think for one minute we have a voice in this or any election forth coming you are mistaken. The elections are manipulated to sever the few high-powered in government. Just look at the events of this campaign. Lets be honest here, from day one the news media has been bias. They have not been fair to the candidates, nor given Americans the real truth behind the stories. They broadcast what they want us to hear and know. Have you ever noticed the clips they choose to show, clips that in most cases then not are negative, without out revealing the actual truth behind it. The talking heads you see before your TV screens get there marching orders from the higher ups, who have already set the agendas. These self-severing originations from the onset, picked a candidate and proceeded To influence the American people with propaganda. The news media, journalist and ill informed annoying talking heads are part of America’s problem! Sympathy for Senator Clinton, I think not! PROUD YES INDEED!!! She is a fighter, strong with many years of experience. She represents millions of strong Americans who will support her in whatever path she chooses. I am an Independent, who has not supported one candidate over another. If all Americans think for one minute we have a voice in this or any election forth coming you are mistaken. The elections are manipulated to sever the few high-powered in government.
Just look at the events of this campaign.
Lets be honest here, from day one the news media has been bias. They have not been fair to the candidates, nor given Americans the real truth behind the stories. They broadcast what they want us to hear and know. Have you ever noticed the clips they choose to show, clips that in most cases then not are negative, without out revealing the actual truth behind it.
The talking heads you see before your TV screens get there marching orders from the higher ups, who have already set the agendas.
These self-severing originations from the onset, picked a candidate and proceeded
To influence the American people with propaganda. The news media, journalist and ill informed annoying talking heads are part of America’s problem!

Sympathy for Senator Clinton, I think not! PROUD YES INDEED!!! She is a fighter, strong with many years of experience. She represents millions of strong Americans who will support her in whatever path she chooses.

]]> By: ck http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/06/04/carter-says-unity-ticket-would-be-worst-mistake/#comment-1214753 ck Wed, 04 Jun 2008 18:40:03 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=7601#comment-1214753 If she is named as the VP Obama better add a food taster too his staff. If she is named as the VP Obama better add a food taster too his staff.

]]> By: JC http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/06/04/carter-says-unity-ticket-would-be-worst-mistake/#comment-1214752 JC Wed, 04 Jun 2008 18:40:02 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=7601#comment-1214752 Hillary Clinton is still being diverseness to concede to Obama. Hillary should not be consider as the VP. This is way we need change in Washington. Hillary Clinton is still being diverseness to concede to Obama. Hillary should not be consider as the VP. This is way we need change in Washington.

]]> By: DENIS NGANGNDI http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/06/04/carter-says-unity-ticket-would-be-worst-mistake/#comment-1214750 DENIS NGANGNDI Wed, 04 Jun 2008 18:39:58 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=7601#comment-1214750 Mr President you are right with all the world of experience you are in a better position to have a say.Hillary should be responsible enough to bow out honourably and stop being an ungrateful and bitter loser.The american people have spoken so her respect that.Most of thosed who voted for her were republicans more comforted with the prospect of Mcain beating her in the fall.Let the winner do the right thing and not through sheer pressure Mr President you are right with all the world of experience you are in a better position to have a say.Hillary should be responsible enough to bow out honourably and stop being an ungrateful and bitter loser.The american people have spoken so her respect that.Most of thosed who voted for her were republicans more comforted with the prospect of Mcain beating her in the fall.Let the winner do the right thing and not through sheer pressure

]]> By: Emma in Texas http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/06/04/carter-says-unity-ticket-would-be-worst-mistake/#comment-1214748 Emma in Texas Wed, 04 Jun 2008 18:39:57 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=7601#comment-1214748 I agree with Preisident Carter. This would not work ! Yes..Hillary is a hard worker and a fighter. We must give her credit for that. However, Hillary will not take second-place. She has a BIG ego and alot of pride. Second-place is not in her personality. She will not respect Obama and give him the place that he deserves. AND OF COURSE...there is Bil !!!! This is a bad situation !!!!! We need a VP who will respect and work with our President. Not one who will disrespect him, watch his every move and try to work against him. SORRY...Hillary is not a wise choice for VP !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I agree with Preisident Carter. This would not work !

Yes..Hillary is a hard worker and a fighter. We must give her credit for that. However, Hillary will not take second-place. She has a BIG ego and alot of pride. Second-place is not in her personality.

She will not respect Obama and give him the place that he deserves. AND OF COURSE...there is Bil !!!! This is a bad situation !!!!!

We need a VP who will respect and work with our President. Not one who will disrespect him, watch his every move and try to work against him.

SORRY...Hillary is not a wise choice for VP !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

]]> By: Bergota Maiz http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/06/04/carter-says-unity-ticket-would-be-worst-mistake/#comment-1214745 Bergota Maiz Wed, 04 Jun 2008 18:39:54 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=7601#comment-1214745 Carter was the worst president ever of USA. In less words, good for nothing!!! You are a shameless person Carter was the worst president ever of USA. In less words, good for nothing!!! You are a shameless person

]]> By: Travis (in the real world) http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/06/04/carter-says-unity-ticket-would-be-worst-mistake/#comment-1214746 Travis (in the real world) Wed, 04 Jun 2008 18:39:54 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=7601#comment-1214746 Someone PLEASE flush the Clintons down the toilet....PLEASE,,,,they are POISON. Someone PLEASE flush the Clintons down the toilet....PLEASE,,,,they are POISON.

]]> By: Joel http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/06/04/carter-says-unity-ticket-would-be-worst-mistake/#comment-1214744 Joel Wed, 04 Jun 2008 18:39:53 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=7601#comment-1214744 President Carter: PLEASE GO AWAY! President Carter:

PLEASE GO AWAY!

]]> By: Steve http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/06/04/carter-says-unity-ticket-would-be-worst-mistake/#comment-1214742 Steve Wed, 04 Jun 2008 18:39:50 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=7601#comment-1214742 Party meltdown. Party meltdown.

]]> By: Nikki http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/06/04/carter-says-unity-ticket-would-be-worst-mistake/#comment-1214743 Nikki Wed, 04 Jun 2008 18:39:50 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=7601#comment-1214743 Hillary would make a FANTASTIC Supreme Court Justice, and would ultimately have more influence in that position than she would as VP. Imagine what she could do as a youngish member of the Supreme Court!! Her work there could influence this country for decades! No disrespect to Hillary's supporters.... Obama's ticket needs a new face and style. I like Obama/Richardson, but I trust Obama to make the best choice to get the most done to benefit our country and our work in the world. What an exciting time! Hillary would make a FANTASTIC Supreme Court Justice, and would ultimately have more influence in that position than she would as VP. Imagine what she could do as a youngish member of the Supreme Court!! Her work there could influence this country for decades!

No disrespect to Hillary's supporters.... Obama's ticket needs a new face and style. I like Obama/Richardson, but I trust Obama to make the best choice to get the most done to benefit our country and our work in the world. What an exciting time!

]]> By: wwf http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/06/04/carter-says-unity-ticket-would-be-worst-mistake/#comment-1214738 wwf Wed, 04 Jun 2008 18:39:45 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=7601#comment-1214738 I have followed the comments here for quite some time. To the Clinton supporters who say that Obama supporters have been cruel, etc., that ship sails both ways. Don't go trying to force anything down anyone throats. Want another four years of what we have had? Then vote that way. Vote out of anger, instead of what is best for the country. Both candidates were very close on the issues. I guess if you hate someone so much that you will vote, or not vote to hurt yourself and the nation, then one must question your sanity. I am sure that Hillary will be a very positive part of Obama's campaign, and a very important part of his administration. It just might not be the vp. There are other appointments where she can really sink her teeth into her primary concerns. I am part of the older crowd that supported Obama. That said, I reconize the qualities that Hillary brings. Will he win without her? Yes. Would he win easier with her? Maybe. Bottom line, if we are fed up with the same old politics in Washington as ususal, then we had better come together and do something about it. That is the bottom line. Nothing else. I have followed the comments here for quite some time. To the Clinton supporters who say that Obama supporters have been cruel, etc., that ship sails both ways. Don't go trying to force anything down anyone throats. Want another four years of what we have had? Then vote that way. Vote out of anger, instead of what is best for the country. Both candidates were very close on the issues. I guess if you hate someone so much that you will vote, or not vote to hurt yourself and the nation, then one must question your sanity. I am sure that Hillary will be a very positive part of Obama's campaign, and a very important part of his administration. It just might not be the vp. There are other appointments where she can really sink her teeth into her primary concerns. I am part of the older crowd that supported Obama. That said, I reconize the qualities that Hillary brings. Will he win without her? Yes. Would he win easier with her? Maybe. Bottom line, if we are fed up with the same old politics in Washington as ususal, then we had better come together and do something about it. That is the bottom line. Nothing else.

]]> By: granforchange http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/06/04/carter-says-unity-ticket-would-be-worst-mistake/#comment-1214736 granforchange Wed, 04 Jun 2008 18:39:41 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=7601#comment-1214736 TO ALL OF YOU HILLARY SUPPORTERS : GET OVER IT ! SHE LOST, AND WAS A VERY SORE LOSER AND NOT GRACIOUS ABOUT IT.. SHE SHOULD BE ASHAMED OF HERSELF.. IF YOU ARE THAT SELFISH TO VOTE FOR MCSAME, SHAME ON YOU AND I HOPE YOU LIVE IT TO REGRET IT... PRESIDENT CARTER IS RIGHT ON TARGET THAT HILLARY WOULD NOT BE A GOOD TICKET, SHE HAS TOO MUCH BAGGAGE, MOSTLY THAT IDIOT OF HER HUSBAND WHO COST HER THE ELECTION.. PERHAPS SHE SHOULD GET A DIVORCE, AND START OVER??? OBAMA 08 TO ALL OF YOU HILLARY SUPPORTERS : GET OVER IT ! SHE LOST, AND WAS A VERY SORE LOSER AND NOT GRACIOUS ABOUT IT.. SHE SHOULD BE ASHAMED OF HERSELF.. IF YOU ARE THAT SELFISH TO VOTE FOR MCSAME, SHAME ON YOU AND I HOPE YOU LIVE IT TO REGRET IT... PRESIDENT CARTER IS RIGHT ON TARGET THAT HILLARY WOULD NOT BE A GOOD TICKET, SHE HAS TOO MUCH BAGGAGE, MOSTLY THAT IDIOT OF HER HUSBAND WHO COST HER THE ELECTION.. PERHAPS SHE SHOULD GET A DIVORCE, AND START OVER??? OBAMA 08

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