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Anybody who says that Obama doesn't have any substance;

Read his book, PLEASE. I hate it when people make unqualified statements.

Who cares what

How Hilary plans to become President:

It is clear that Hillary wants to be in on the ticket, "veep" as they say. I predict that Obama will honor that. to his own demise...

If she is to be vice president, than about a year or so into the presidency, she will have Obama bumped off, and so it goes...

and blame it on McCain...

Me

He has a lot of explaining to do to alot of people about alot of things… Oh.. And then there is that part about explaining he would actually fix things instead of just saying "change" is the fix. Rodney King said "why can't we all just get along" too but let's be real. We don't live in Utopia. Obama will lose in November without Hillary. Plain and simple. You have other people voting in November besides his Koolaid drinkers. And a nasty bunch they seem to be readin these forums. Reverse racists even.
Hillary's speech last night was excellent. It touched on all the things Obama does not talk on. It was about substance and reality about 18 million people Obama's supporters and Obama has insulted and brushed aside. Now he's realizing he needs them to win. Do you think they will vote for him simply because he is the Democratic nominee? Sorry.. I won't vote for someone or a movement that insults me or ignores me to get what they want one minute and then the next when they need my support come crawling. Not a Koolaid drinker then, not a Koolaid drinker now. Reality check Obama and your supporters. You need Hillary supporters in November.

If you think you can do it without us, keep up your insults of Hillary and her supporters. See where that gets you come November.

Not into the White House, that's for sure.

Today is a blessed day. We have come a great distance and we can be finally proud. Today is about hope and unity and peace. Today is about recognizing our commoness as Democrats and Republicans, as Amercians , as members of a global community and as humans. Today is a victorious day. For those of you who can't see that unity is the ONLY way, I will hold you in my prayers. And remember Unity doesn't mean total agreement – it means reaching a common place.

As a white, Jewish, 47 year old woman – I support and trust Barack Obama with all my heart, and will be proud to call him President.

Nobama! 18 million Demorcats across this nation said so! Why? Too many unanswered questions. This is not about race or religion, only the weak minded and mean spirited boil it down to that; it is about who is able to make the weighty decisions the next President must face. Global Warming, War, Economic "downturn," Oil, Commodities, Health, Fresh Water, many issues spanning the global community await our next president. Obama simply is not experienced and has not proven his patriotism. The DNC picked the weaker candidate, giving unearned votes to Obama. Who is David and who is Goliath? Nobama!

to everyone – I do love my country and though I do not hate Bush – I think the war was a bad idea and poorly planned and yet the war has had both seriously bad and seriously good results – the economy on the other hand has been mishandled by BOTH parties by sacrifing long-term planning for short term greed and political power plays – it sickens me – yet I find BOTH Mccain and Obama to be a refreshing change from Bush and Clinton and therefore hope that Obama does not choose hillary as running mate – my guess is she will both help and hurt his chances to win depending on the state but if he does win, she will reduce his effectiveness

to Marc in IL – you are SO right about obama's misstatement and hillary's misstatement(s) to be TOTALLY different (hers was a flat out lie – pure and simple – a lie which she repeated and she would still be telling the same lie but for the video) – however, you left out other important differences in the two events – Obama was talking about something that happened long ago to someone else – Hillary was talking about something that happened only 12 years ago and more importantly it happened TO HER

Those with open minds will eventually see how good an Obama presidency would be for the US and the world. People all around the world are already happy for him. What does that say?

Hillary should run as an independent candidate and she will win the election because she has the most popular votes than any other candidates. I hope to see her run as an independent in the Fall when Florida and Michigan won't be penalty for the early vote and when all votes will be counted.

I'm waiting to make up my mind. I want to believe, but I'm not certain the messenger is sincere. He is a life-long politician. This race reminds me of an Ugly Pig Contest. Obama might be prettier, but he's still a PIG among PIGS. This general election should be interesting.

Good luck with that ship, I hope it don't sink when it sets sale!

That sort of fear mongering and playing on ignorance is exactly why we need a change in this country. Some of you may not yet have stopped laughing hysterically about McSame's claims of being a candidate of change. Let me get this straight McSame, you got blown out of the water talking like Bush so now you are going to try and take on Barack Obama on his turf. Good Luck Old Man! No matter what you do I am not voting for you because i dont want your hair trigger temper hovering over the button to launch nukes the first time your denture cream lets loose.

To Danielle for Obama,
It was a very emotional moment for me also....I also cried.

Obama's tax policies are very troubling. As he is seems very focused on redistribution of the tax burden, the next thing he'll come up is the redistribution of our income. And what's up with his 20% to 28% capital gains tax increase? I don't think it's good for our economy.

Congratulations Sen. Obama, Democratic nominee for the presidency.

This moment marks a seismic shift, a paradigm shift, whatever we want to call it. Obama has already changed American history and culture. A huge portion of Americans and peoples of the world are already imagining a better future.

Let's give him, his family, his staff, volunteers and supporters a grace moment, just for today, to feel the joy of success. For those who can't wait tear into him: please, take the cue from him – let civility and good humor prevail.

Not only will he be a friend of Israel, he will also defend Israel to the bitter end. McCain and the republicans will try to potray him as weak on defense but they are dead wrong. John Kennedy wasn't weak on defence when he used smart and tough diplomacy to end the standoff with the Soviets. Obama will use the same smart, tough and targeted diplomacy to make America the leader in the world again.

Senator Obama has spoken at meetings in the past that was raising funds for the PLO. He has too close relationships with PLO members and other terrorist. It is not what he says that counts. He is what he has done in the past that makes his present statements untrue.
Senator Obama will ruin America with his socialist/marxist/communist agenda.

I am an outsider here in that I am a Canadian who was pleased to see and hear Mr. Obama last night after his accent to the presumptive nominee spot. I believe he was very sincere and his speech today should avail all of any concerns regarding his religious stance and his support of the Jewish people both in the U.S. and Israel.

As for considering Hilary Clinton as a running mate it seems that where Hilary goes regarding the White Hosue that Bil is not far behind. Does senator Omama need this duo breathing down his neck and underminig his attempts to govern as President? I wouldn't think so.

Hilary clinton does not have racist followers who ever wrote that is ignorant. I back Hilary clinton and my family is mixed with black and white. Hilary should have won she is a stronger canadidate.

Althoughj I support McCain I disregard the accusations that Obama is a Muslim. They are downright silly.

"let's not forget that a great deal of Ms. Clinton's "popular vote" came from Republicans that cast a ballot her way in order to stack the deck against Sen. Obama"

More Republicans voted for Obama please get your fact right... when Republicans voted for Hillary people said that its because they want to beat her when Obama got the votes from Republicans it was because he can cross the isle..

Anyone but Obama 08'

I vote NO for Clintons for VP. They (She and her husband) don't represent the 'Change' that Obama represents... it would be same'o same'o.

Tim H, I know you won't read this, but Auschwitz was actually THREE camps.

NEVER IN A MILLION YEARS WILL HE GET THE ELECTORAL VOTE.

I have just spoken out against what Reid and Pelosi did getting and pressuring the superdelegates out early to vote for and get Obama over the top, just in time to fit into the celebration planned in Minneapolis.

They interrupted a great historical race and undercut a hardworking highly qualified candidate who worked hard for us.

My msgs meet criteria....I am careful about this....yet very often they are not included here.

Makes me very determined to continue to voice my displeasure of occurences or remarks I find offensive or unfair, and to address some of the articles printed here.

Does anyone know how McCain is measuring the effectiveness of the "SURGE". He says his plan is working! Is it measured by how many solidiers are killed or wounded? For instance 5 killed or wounded is better than 9? "only 6 killed today " I am sooo proud of that!

Vietnam vet – two purple hearts!

Of course he ddn't talk about Korea and Viet nam. They were wars of American backed ideology versus Chinese backed ideology. Where did those wars get us? Thousands of our men died and untold amounts of money spent for what? 50 years later Korea is unchanged and Viet Nam went communist anyways. What a waste. Vote for McBush so that this now, 5 year old Gulf War, doesn't ever have to end. Maybe we can blow a Trillion dollars on it while our own people keep suffering here at home.

The e-mails are just another lie from the Republican dirty trick book, the same one they used to scare the American public in 2002 and 2004. Guess what? It didn't work in 2006 and it's not going to work this November. John McCain, while a genuine war hero, is not the person to lead us into a new era in this century. Barack Obama is. While people slung mud at him, question his religion, his patriotism, even his name, Obama stood above the fray and stayed on his message of change. While the Republicans deride change as an empty slogan, they promised change with their vaunted Contract with America only 14 years ago. Not surprisingly, that promise wasn't kept. We are at a crossroads today and we can't afford to stay on the present course. Americans understand this and will elect Barack Obama to take us on a different path.

obama once agains shows that he is a dishonest flip floppers

did you all see that funeral of speach location in Louisiana? PATHETIC! The sign read: A leader youn can believe in, but, where did the leader go......AWOL

Whoever picked up the people to be in the ROOM must have been drunk or on drugs, they were falling sleep and everytime pitiful mc c would grin, about 10 of them would clap.

Definately, no more than 150 people in that room, and mc c looked sooooooo out of place....ok enough said

Some may believe that the US is not adequately supportive of Israel if we engage in nuclear talks with Iran.

Has anyone considered that Israel may not be be adequately supportive of the US if it insists on us not in engaging in these talks – potentially risking our own national sucurity?

For some reason, far too many supporters of Israel seem to believe that support between the US and Israel is a one-way street.

get ready folks the republicans are going to get dirty on obama thats their style i dont trust john mccain just listen to his laugh his face hes scary well i heard on msnbc the other night KARL ROVE is helping mccain with his campaign and helping him with his speeches so i suspect he will have a big part in making up more lies and rumors about obama oh its just begun and if were smart we will keep our minds open and do know the republicans can get dirty!! get ready folks its gonna be a long summer

Terell, you should be asking McCain that question. He doesn't seem to have a plan about too much of anything at the moment. Other than, let's let the people figure it out. Let's deregulate it. Let's privatize it. That's the same as I have no answers or solutions.

He dodges all political bullets with humor just like Bush.

Where is the substance of taking a firm and consistent stance?

Well said, Saxxon Domela.

I look forward to seeing the stark differences between these candidates outlined throughout the fall election. I respect both men, but I prefer Obama's plans for this country to McCain's. McCain simply seems to support the status quo, which obviously isn't working.

i know that it is hard for you to say Hillary but let me help you

"Obama will be a Good PRESIDENT, friend, and great force behind Isreal." now see that wasn't so hard now was it. It's okay take a breather we'll work on it some more in the coming days of your concession. WE love you Hillary now get some rest and come back for your next appointment in about another four years when we RE-elect our next president Barack Obama.

Your piece does no credit to the extremely well-received speech that the presumptive nominee delivered. Either that or you did not attend. Obama was dynamite in that hall and had the audience hanging on and thunderously applauding every salient point (and there were many) that he explained.

Last night was a culmination of how I perceived Mr. Obama since he stood and spoke eloquently at the DNC in 2004!!! I said to myself, "This guy is on his way to be President of the US..he's gonna be my President someday!!!" and here he is so close to becoming one!!! God Bless YOU and Michelle and may God give you the strenght and the wisdom to go through this long and laborious journey!!!

What makes everyone feel Obama will bring something "new" to politics? He's a politician first and a human being second. Just because no one has ever heard of him, doesn't mean he is going to be our salvation. Once he's in office, he'll be like every other president, but let's hope he won't be like Bush. The thought of another Bush in office makes me ill.

I don't feel no ways tied, come to far from where I started from, nobody told me that the road would be easy but I don't believe he brought me this far to leave me. God Be With You Br. Obama
I will pray that you make this world a better place.
Many where blind but now they see.
God Bless

Marine,

Are you sure he is the one that will change? Have you look at McSwitch and compared where he stands now as to 2000. What happen to the guy? Was he that desparate to get the Repub nomination to transform his-self in to a Bush Mini-Me.

I caught his act last night and I must say someone should have brought out the hook and got him off of the stage. Those late night comedy shows did not do anything for his delivery.

This dog and pony show from the media doesn't mean a thing until the convention unless Clinton concedes. I sincerely hope she does not.
There will be no party unity, no matter how many times the UNdemocratic party states it. Take out Clinton supporters ( a good many that really will sit out the election or vote McCain) many voters from Mi and FL who were affected by the dishonest and corrupt decision from the spineless RBC-and Obama hasn't got a chance.
The media and the Democratic party made sure this was not a fair fight.
It is time for Clinton supporters to teach the world the meaning of conviction.

I know it's in the nature of politics to tell the American public what they want to hear but Obama, in my opinion, does this a little too well. He's very Jimmy Carter-esque in that sense, and I believe Obama's tactics are to make us all get that warm fuzzy feeling about him and his vision for the future. Obama's very campaign slogan is "Yes We Can"...that's all fine and dandy but what about "How" (as in How we Can). Obama paints a picture but doesn't tell us how. I think if Obama gets into the white house we're all in for a big and unpleasant surprise. VOTE MCCAIN.

Ladies and Gentlemen,
I FIND IT FUNNY THAT SOME OF YOU HAVE MADE DISPARAGING COMMENTS ABOUT OBAMA, CAN ANY OF YOU NAME A PERFECT PRESIDENT OR ONE THAT HAS NOT MADE SOME MISTAKES AFFECTING ALL OF US? OF COURSE NOT. JUST LOOK AT THE MESS WE ARE IN NOW, YOU ARE NARROW MINDED IF YOU CONTINUE TO VOTE ALONG PARTY LINES. YOU NEED TO STOP PUTTING THE SAME PEOPLE IN CONGRESS OR DO YOU THINK IT IS ONLY THE PRESIDENT.

OBMA IS THE BEST PERSON FOR THE OVAL OFFICE, WE HAVE GOT TO STOP PARTY POLITICS IN AMERICA AND VOTE FOR THE BEST PERSON, I REFUSE TO BE LOCKED IN TO ONE PARTY BECAUSE I WILL NOT FOLLOW GROUP OR ANYONE BLINDLY.

FOR THOSE OF YOU WHO THINK McCAIN IS THE BEST PERSON FOR PRESIDENT MAYBE YOU HAVEN'T BURY ANYONE IN YOUR FAMILY DUE TO THE WAR IN IRAQ OR LOST YOUR HOUSE OR STRUGGLING TO PUT GAS IN YOUR CAR. THE DEFINITION OR STUPIDITY IS DOING THE SAME THING OVER AND OVER AGAIN AND EXPECTING A DIFFERENT RESULT (NOT FROM WEBSTERS)

I like that. Let me know if you see this guy, he seems really scary. The fear won't work this time.

I think it is good Sen. Obama is refuting rumors about his choice of religion and coming out and saying he's Christian and not a Muslim, and that the rumors that charaterize Obama as "scary" Muslim are hogwash. However, aren't the good Muslims of this Country getting a bum rap?

I am leaving the democratic party and will not vote for Obama, people who do things for political gain does not deserve my vote.

modern day manifest destiny, this man is america, a melting pot of race and culture. God Bless the USA

Those of you running from the Democratic Party are foolish. McCain's campaign is dead. He wrapped up the Republican bid early and sat around doing nothing for so long that he has nothing to offer. He's not the "change" candidate. He didn't distance himself from GWB and for the last year, we've basically heard he will continue the policies of the least popular president in history.

In fact the only idea he's latched on to is so ridiculous (suspending fed gas tax), the current administration is distancing itself from him! His idea of helping me is to save me roughly $38 in gas money over the summer? Thanks, that's 3/4 of a tank over a period of 10 weeks.

It's 2008 and if race is still an issue to people, they are too ignorant to be allowed to vote. It's 2008 and if smear tactics are still working, do your homework and get on board. Obama will restore the dignity of the country, reestablish the world's view of America as a leader and not a bully, and regain the public's confidence that our leaders use logic and forethought in their decision making.

Obama/(Edwards) '08

Just like the cocky, arrogant Bush, Obama dismisses all concerns with cheap humor.

Thanks dems, for picking another loser.

re: Luis ... "Anyone notice how, during his speach, he completely dismissed veterans of the Korean, Vietnam and Gulf Wars? Coward."

Yea and he also forgot the revolutionary war, war of 1812, civil war and all the "police actions" in between.

I think that is his point ... we need to forget about wars and move forward. I'm a veteran of Viet Nam ... it took me a very long time to know that Viet Nam was a country ... not an event.

Simper Fi.

NOW COMES THE TEST OF A MAN PREZ NOMINEE BARAK OBAMA'S CHARACTER . THERE HAVE BEEN MANY WHO MET THE TEST WITH FLYING COLORS. PREZ REAGAN WITH BUSH.
PREZ J F. KENNEDY WITH LYNDON JOHNSON .
THE WORD FOR IT IS NOTEWORTHY, FOLKS.

THE WORD IS MAGNANIMOUS...LOKK IT UP IF YOU DONT KNOW WHAT IT MEANS. IT APPLIES TO WINNERS AND VICTORS IN A GREAT RACE. WILL OBAMA BE MAGNANIMOUS IN VICTORY AND CHOOSE HILLARY FOR JHIS VP? THAT IS THE QUESTION OF MAGNANIMITY...

Dear Bob:

And what do you think is going happen to your little nest egg happen if we stay in the war (as proposed by McCain)? We're so hugely in debt, that nobody is going to be able to get us out without a little pain to our pocket book. But perpetuating the war is one sure to way to make the light at the end of the tunnel far less visible.

Why shouldn't he talk to Iran, etc? Keep your friends close and hold your enemies closer. It serves no purpose to cut off all diplomatic ties with other countries. The "I don't like you so I'm not going to talk to you unless you..." attitude will get us nowhere. We can demand change and countries can face consequences without us cutting off all formal diplomatic ties.

We SO DON'T need this demagogue who constantly shape shifts his position.

Anyone who is sad Hillary lost and will vote for McCain instead of Obama is the biggest scumbag in the universe. Seriously. If you would put the lives of our men and women in peril (ahem, the 100 year war, anyone??) over a matter of preference between two nominees who agree on 95% of the issues... Just please, don't do it. I might venture to say that McCain could be even worse than Bush.

Let me say it one more time, in case anyone missed it. Obama is not that different from Hillary and deep down we all know this. We all know if they were really that different, they wouldn't have been the last two candidates. The last two or three are always very, very similar. Any Clinton supporters who vote for McCain over Obama are selfish, immature pieces of you-know-what.

Mr. Dictionary - PACs, lobbies, and special interest groups are all one and the same, and Obama has blasted all of them in calling for "change". Regardless, AIPAC drafts almost all of the legislation dealing with Israel, so even under your definition, they are a lobby in substance even if they call themselves a "PAC" legally. AIPAC and "Jewish Lobby" are even used interchangeably by the media. There is no distinction there.

Way to change Washington, Obama and McCain, by going right back to one of the most powerful lobbies in the country. But of course the media will never criticize them for this blatant hypocrisy.

Someone mentioned Carter - what was it Carter did that was so wrong again? Sanctioned Iran (which Reagan lifted on day 1) and oh yes, we had gas lines. We could still afford gas, but we had lines at the tank. And gas was what, $9 a barrell? Even factored for inflation, I think that comes to quite a bit less than $130 a barrell.

I sincerely hope that Bush's legacy is 100 times worse than any president's in history, including Hoover's and Grant's! He has had more opportunity in his presidency to really do something dynamic and make a difference and he has squandered every opportunity and chosen to make things worse.

If you like the direction the country is going in and want more of the same, vote for McCain. If you don't and want to see the glory that was America restored worldwide, vote for Obama.

If ever there was a disaster waiting to happen, Obama is it. A wishy, washy stand for nothing scam artist draped in empty rhetoric. We'll be lucky if we can afford beans when an Obama administration is done with us.

This time vote for the smart guy America, Barack Obama!

have a World War II vet friend in Vermont (age 87). He has been getting some scary e-mails from Republican operatives over there in that state will all kinds of lies about Obama being a terrorist, and that Obama's half-brother is a terrorist, and a Muslim. There are pictures of militant Muslims with rifles and head scarfs with these e-mail messages, – and it is really scary type of propaganda directed to steer Seniors away from Obama. I explained to my friend it was all a pack of lies. BUT – - I am ANGRY about this. I think the News Media should expose them and educate people that this is not true... The Republican Party has only one way to fight and that is DIRTY, NASTY and DISHONESTLY, and they are doing all they can to spread lies about Barack Obama...

Everybody read the statement from the Young, Strong Female Awaiting change...she has a very good perception of the politacal situation.

HRC was the force, the energy and the story.

With her gone... Obama is just a windbag repeating his same old lies.

UNDERSTAND THIS!!!!!!! I'M GOING TO SAY IT THE BEST WAY I KNOW HOW WITHOUT THE CURSING.... IF HILLARY IS NOT ON THE TICKET- I WILL NOT VOTE FOR OBAMA.AND THATS NOT A THREAT BUT A PROMISE AND I DONT CARE WHAT HAPPENS TO THE PARTY TRUST ME I DONT ESPECIALLY HOW THE PARTY TREATED HER !! HE WILL NOT WIN WITHOUT HER!!!!HISTORY HAS PROVEN MANY THINGS HILLARY AND WHEN YOU MESS WITH THE CELESTIAL FORCES THEY WILL RIGHT THE WRONGS AUTOMATICALLY,YOU ME OR ANYONE CANT CHANGE DESTINY YOU CAN ONLY STALL IT, SO BE THERE WHEN IT HAPPENS TRUST ME HILLARY I AM ALSO A PSYCHIC AS WELL!! YOU have to be and WILL BE PRESIDENT!!!! 777

Good for Obama! I think he handled this very well.

you cannot trust obama, a big flip flopper.

Luis: Oh, whine, whine, whine, whine! Obama "dismissed" veterans of Korea, etc.? If he'd mentioned all of them, by name, you'd still be blubbering that he didn't mention everyone in the Spanish-American War. If this is all you've got left to gripe about, it's no wonder Obama's on top.

OK everyone, now is the time to stop nit picking. I just wonder how many of you are perfect? You need to tell Hillary to concede, John McCain to go sit down and let us join together unified and move on.
We are making history now, lets celebrate and be happy. God knows the economy, gas prices and etc are nothing to shout about. But we are in for a change, a good change!
Take a minute and think about it.

Bush's policies have been no friend to Israel.

Jamil – Dearborn, MI

What strikes me as odd is how you mistake taking money from lobbist and speaking before a lobbying organization as being the same.

Just because you speak before a labor union does not mean that they will finance you next speach or campaign. This is a way for thecandidate to deliver his message before the influencial arm of that particular group.

I am so tired of Obama.

I can not support the DEM choice for the first time in 35 years.

He is not a Christian. To be a Christian you must believe in the Christian tenants, the first of which is John 14:6 which says “I am the way the truth and the light, NO man come to the Father but by me”. Obama has said that he believes all paths lead to heaven and that all religions have some form of truth, and that he does not know what happens after death and does not believe in hell. Clearly he has not read the Bible, and clearly he is not a follower of Christ, since if all paths lead to heaven there was no need for Christ to die on the cross for our sins, since according to him there are many paths to heaven if you are ‘basically’ a good person. This is not what a Christ ‘en’ believes. We believe in Christ, his death and resurrection and we model our lives after him and his teachings. If Obama believed in Christ he would follow his teachings. Since he disagrees with the very reason that Christ died, I find it highly amusing he calls himself a Christian.

"Wow! If you listened to this speech, you know that Obama really understands the issues in the Middle East. He wouldn't mixup Sunni or Shia! We sooooo need this intelligent, progressive leader."

In a time where we are in a long and important war against Muslim extremists who wish the worst for us, what kind of lame brained politician WOULDN'T know the difference between a Shia and a Sunni Muslim. That knowledge would be a part of the most basic understanding of the demographics of the region, one that is essential to fighting and winning this war. Gee, I hope there's no one on either ticket who would make that mistake....that's almost as bad as mixing Al-Qaeda with Iran, thank God no one is dumb enough to do that.

Also, does anyone else find it funny when people write in all-caps? I think it's funny because I wonder if these people are yelling at their computers or punching the buttons harder at the same time. And it's always the most uneducated and unintelligent talking-point-like statements that come out in all caps.

Who cares what his religion is, he'll change it if he thinks it will get him more votes, anyway.

It is easy to talk about change in the future...show us the change you brought about when you had the chance? All talk and no walk.

Big hat, no cattle.

It is sad to read emails that frankly don't represent the America I want to be part of. The democrates have to very proud that they fielded two very qualified candidates and that they conducted an historical fight for the nomination of their party. I am a former republican that has grown tired of the same old speaches, the same old ideas and no progress. We are in the 21st century and we still are dependant on others to supply our energy. We have the largest federal government in our history designed by a party that always talks about small government. We have the largest federal debt ever; created by a party that always talks about spending controls and tax cuts. Well they have cut taxes and increased spending so all of are children are facing the largest debt in history. The Republicans no longer talk for Americans, they are better at lying to us. We are involved in a war that was sold to the american people through fear, not through fact and it is costing us thousands of lives and billions of dollars. How much saver do you feel. We are long over due for change in Washington and as much as I respect and like John McCain, he is not the answer. We need someone who will truly try and bring change. We need youth, energy, strength and strong character in the White House. I would have been very happy with Hillary, but that was not the choice of the people. I am very excited about Barrack, because I haven't seen an individual with the energy and love for this country running for President since John F. Kennnedy. We as American's need to get behind this man and provide him with a landside victory in November; anything less would be a tradegy.

Oh, America will definitely be different if Obama wins in November. Our country will be in dire straits and like someone said, Obama reads from a teleprompter and cannot really come out and say things on his own. Because he has NO EXPERIENCE. I believe our country will be worse off if either Obama or McCain wins. No win situation here. I am really sad that Hillary Clinton did not become the nominee but am also glad that she has NOT conceded and will still fight for us. KEEP FIGHTING HILLARY CLINTON; WE STILL LOVE AND SUPPORT YOU ALL THE WAY TO DENVER IF NEED BE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I wonder how long people will live in denial? The fears about Obama is a Muslim, the fears that he is going to raise taxes and the fears that he won't have enough experience. What a crock! For those who listen to McCain and think that your life is going to be selfishly better and you will pay less for this is idiotic! Your jobs are being deported, your paying more for gas and food, and you are sending your children to die in a war that is about corporate greed. Wake up and realize that we should be the America that Obama speaks of. You have a choice this election, McCain will stay the course and your jobs will not be protected. We can do better!

I am reading the negative comments on this page and really , really am sad about that part of our country. It really gets to me when you have these people who are critics based on theories of hate. Friend of the hamas? what is this guy talking about. Some of them really need to educate themselves on some matters before they voice ignorant opinions. I am not saying i support Sen. Obama, but i respect his ability to lead and that he is an extraordinary man and regardless of race, religion , or even gender you dont see that everyday. If some of these people can tell me how McCain possesses any of the qualities of this man,do so. Or else, explain your reasons for hate and stop acting cowardly.

I don't understand all the nastiness. Also because I'm from Michigan, I had to vote uncommitted, but thank God, I did. Thank you to everyone who was able to vote, who voted for Obama because this is one extraordinary gentleman that we can all learn a lot from. Why do we insist on making this a black/white issue? Obama is so far above that – you notice – he doesn't. And we don't need to either. We can rise above it too. My loving father and sister have shared vicious emails against Obama with me – but they won't do it again because I respectfully let them know I did not agree. While neither of them could discuss why they won't vote for him (at least then) I realize that while I love them, I don't understand everything about the way they think and everything that is important to them – and that's my work. As a country filled with individuals of different mind – Obama has given us an excellent opportunity to do the work each of us needs to – respectfully – with consideration of all our differences – not with nastiness – not this time – we don't need it – we need each other. Thank you Obama – if we cannot admit that we need help and guidance in this – then we are a part of the problem – let's be a part of the solution this time.

Americans and her allies, wherever they are, should be immensely proud of Senator Obama's message. His speech before AIPAC was clear, steadfast, articulate, and true. Israel is and always will be a true friend.

Obama has been nothing but gracious to those he is in competition with, even in the face of unsubstantiated attacks. He is able to admit missteps and quickly work to fix the problem. He is a thoughtful and very insightful candidate. What he lacks in experience he makes up for in understanding and action. Sometimes experience just means that you have been doing the wrong thing for a longer time. McCain is a veteran and should be appreciated as such, but it does not mean that he corners the market on foreign policy. In fact, his voting record shows that he has flip flopped more than most. He reads like a flavor of the month kind of thing... he votes what the party deems popular, not for what's right for the people. At least, Obama has the character and conviction to stand up and disagree (even with his own supporters) if it is what seres the greater good. without all of the hate filled rhetoric and demeaning posturing of the others. I like that. He gets my vote. I see him as honest and that matters to me.

I hope he doesn't let Hillery strong him into making her VP...what a mistake that would be. She can stand up there all day and say her only interest is making life better for the 18Million that voted for her...the truth is she is only out to further her own agenda. I hope this is the end of the Clintons! I'm a White, Senior who has never voted anything but Republican, until Obama.

All the Obama haters are out in droves today. You'll seem to shaking in you boots, because a black man will be the next President of the United States of America. Your greatest fear is, if he is successful and he will. Let me share a stock tip with you all.

Wall Street insiders have reported the following. Invest your money in the energy drink markets. They suggest that investors should target the extremely high caffeine drinks that are heavily fortified with ginseng and ginkgo. Eyewitness reports indicated that the John McCain presidential campaign has purchased the energy drink by the truckloads with a running tab.

Political reporters have concluded that John McCain, his very small band of lobbyist staff members, and his rather small following of paid, out of work actors who pose as McCain supporters will need to consume enormous amounts of the energy drink. They further stated that the high caffeine drinks that are fortified with ginseng and ginkgo would help McCain stay woke while speaking and for his supporters to seem exhilarated about McCain's rather boring, ignorant, awful, oversimplistic, and non-substantive campaign speeches.

I vote NO for Hillary as VP. Imagine working with somebody that thinks is so much better than you. She will be like "I knew it... another of your inexperience ideas... let me tell you what I think you should do". I think it will be very difficult for him to work with her. And you can't fire your V.P. if she gets very annoying.

Congrats Obama on a win well deserved. You are so ready to take the White House over. MCCain is to old and wouldn't last a week in office. Every president we've had ages quickly in office and since he is already old that wouldn't be good. I heard the speach he gave this morning and he sounded very Presidential to say the least. My family and I are very happy it has turn out has it has. Now our country can move forward.

Obama has been vigorously defending the fact that he is not a muslim. That is fine since since he is a christian and people should not mistake his faith. However what is shameful is that Obama has failed to point out that it is wrong to discriminate against american muslims as that is against the spirit of this country. Also no one in the media has pointed out the fact that even if Obama was a muslim that will not make him scary and a target for hate. What if someone had said that the thought of Sen Leiberman becoming president is scary since he is a jew!! I am sure the whole media would have been outraged. But when it somes to muslims any comment seems to be allowed without criticism.

TEXAS Trail Dog:

did I forget something, or Israel was not a US State ..or is it state #51? Let's focus on all our problems instead of backing any move good or bad israel makes...shall we?

my expectations from Obama is to be brave,bold and fair to entire mankind as he (god willing) will have the opportunity to lead the greatest nation on earth. what is this senstivity about jews,christians only. we are all creation of same god. let's pray togather that this gentleman can bring world peace and bring people of all faith to one plateform as our world need peace not confilicts.
peace to all mankind.

Dude said he would sit down with Hamas even as it still fires rockets into Israel.

Does that sound like a pro-Israel candidate to you????

Your statement's real clever, Luis, "Vote McCain, or Join the insane!", but don't you mean it the other way around? Perhaps you should add a bit more substance to your slogans. How about, "Vote McCain for more of the same!" Or, "It would be a shame to get more of the same, by voting McCain!" Or how about one for all levels of the uninformed, "It's lame to vote McCain!"

No president has ever been elected without the approaval of Israel. It's almost as if Israel is the decider. What is it am I missing here?
I am starting to feel Israel is the 51st "undeclared", perhaps the most important state of them all. Would someone enlighten me please.

Obama will not get my vote in November period. The only way I would even consider voting for him, is if Hillary is on the ticket as the VP.

Had Senator Clinton won the presumptive Dem Presidential nomination, I doubt VERY SERIOUSLY if she would have considered Senator Obama for HER VP. My first presidential vote was for JFK...I am an "older" white woman who believes very strongly that we finally have a chance to be a better America again!

Anybody see the CNN interview this morning where the Obama supporter said Obama's nomination was due to divine intervention ?
That tells a very loud story if you have an open mind...but of course Obamamaniacs don't.

Bob,

You get what you pay for. It amazes me that republicans think that things are to happen without any cost. How much are we paying for this war Bob?

Sooner or later we will have to pay China back, and if we keep borrowing for this war I guess the China government will just have to foreclose on the loans and kick us out of the country.

Yes, Bob by all means keep working.

Luis, do you really expect him to acknowledge every single race, relgion, creed, in every single speech he gives, He was speaking to a specific group on a specific issue. But again, I would prefer if you voted for McCain, he needs all the mindless morons he can get to vote for him, its going to be a landslide victory for Barack Obama.

did he attend a mosque or something? Because according to the corporate media all he was attending was a CHRISTIAN CHURCH throughout his lifetime!

This was an amazing speech. So much for the myth that he is short on substance!

It is funny how Republicans down grade the Democratic nominee. Do they really believe McCain is better than Obama or Clinton. How sad.

Why cann't people learn that "evils that men/women do lives after them"! Stop wasting energy trying to bring Sen Obama down, because you will only destroy yourselves!

Hey Bob, if you end up paying more in taxes, it will have a lot more to do with Bush running up $3.5 trillion in debt than anything Obama does as President. If you want fiscal responsibility, don't vote for Republicans. Their last four administrations (Bush, Reagan, Bush, and Ford) have run up over three quarters of the debt accumulated by the U.S. in its 220 year history!

But then, perhaps you are fine with ruining your grandchildren's futures by saddling them with the consequences of our selfish irresponsibility.

bob-

That's very American of you. You're likely to fall off your high horse and need help yourself, so be careful to be kind to your fellow citizens.

I don't understand why it is that everytime Obama does something people are so quick to attack him!! Yes he is against TAKING MONEY from lobbyists and big time political corps or whatever you want to call them. As someone who is up to be the next president don't you think that he is going to have to acknowledge that they exist?? Let him go talk to them... If he was ever to take fundraising money from them then you can say that he is a liar... Did anyone stop to think that perhaps he set up the meeting with them to discount the rumors in the emails circuating?? People are so quick to jump to negative conclusions...

As for him being a friend to Israel, Palestine, willing to talk to Hamas or to Iran, I think that that is something that our next President should embody. The ability to sit down with ALL leaders of ALL countries and groups to try to resolve the various problems of the world. Waging war against them hasn't seemed to work so why not try a new approach?

He has proven in more ways than one that he is an honorable, decent, human being... And I swear, if I read one more person claiming that he is a Muslim I'm going to scream!! He left his church because of all the controversy surrounding the pastors within the church, not because he was no longer going to be a Christian... People make me laugh!!

GO OBAMA!! I will support you everyday!!

Stay tuned. More to come!

Why does Israel seem to have a hand in our puppet government?

As a woman..as an american jew i cannot vote for a man who still PRAISES referend write..a church who honors Farakon as man of the year. I DO NOT WANT THESE PEOPLE IN THE FOREFRONT of my country. I do not like obama...do not trust oboam...hate michelle obama and the democratic party has completely made me sick the way they treated hillary as a professional and as a woman.
I am turning to the repblicans and have already registered myself on mr mccains website. OBAMA'S CHANGE will nto be the change that I wwnat or the america i want. He is an unelectable..lier....i really dislike him emensely. some of you are delusional especially those Jewish voters who are voting fo rhim because he is a democrat. wake up...

I don't trust this guy...not one bit.

Now can the media and everybody who doesn't like our next president stop spreading lies about him that would very kind of you thanks. God also called he said leave my great creation for this nation alone. thanks again

obama 08 mccain is going down

....oh yeah, and let's not forget how he "insulted" the men and women that fought in the 1770's to help forge this country. Let's be different and not spin every comment of EITHER candidate and have a presidential race decided by the issues. Wouldn't that be novel?

Obama needs Hillary and Bill in the White House with him like he needs a cobra in bed with him. Either way, he couldn't turn his back.

Oh yeah sure...a friend of Farrakan can be pro-Israel ? Don't be decieved folks.

Speech,Speech, everybody talk about His speech. Where was His Speech when his pastor's sermons trash America, white people and Jew.Only IDIOT can trust HIM. Read his books,read Michell Obama(Robinson) statement in school and how American can be so idiot to vote for THIS man. O,I am forget,good speech. IDIOT!

Those right-wingers have no platform to run on because the backdoor racism and fearmongering will not work. You Republicans will finally find your WMDs in November voting for Obama.

Who's driving the so call Straight Talk Express for Tales from McCrip since the Lobbyist are jumping and being throw off the Bus? My guess would be Carl Rove or Neil Bortz.

Please make sure Tales from McCrip take his medication before getting on stage doing his Bush impression because their hand gestures are exactly the same.

Let me start by saying first that I'm an Independent. I'm liberal on some issues (social issues) and conservative on others (economic, foreign policy, healthcare), so it's always difficult for me to choose my candidate. Honestly I'm scared of Obama, the main reason being that I just feel no one knows what they're getting with him. Truthfully, no body knows anything about him! I know a lot of the "minister" issues and emails circulating about him are a lot of propaganda but the fact that they are going around leads me believe there must be something fishy with him. Particularly troubling was a quote from Obama himself, stating that "America is the best country on Earth, let's change it" (not word for word but that was the message). Not to mention, it seems that the democratic solution to everything is tax.

At least with McCain we know what we're getting. McCain for President.

I supported Hillary for President, and I regret that she will not be the nominee.

However, Hillary for VP is a BAD idea – obviously she is not prepared to play second fiddle. The VP should be a new, fresh face, not Old Politics. Why not bring new talent to Washington? Why should he be saddled with such heavy baggage? It won't help – and by the way, I think we have just elected John McCain.

First off anyone on here commenting that they are going to leave the Democratic party because Obama clinched it yesterday, GOOD. We don't want you with our party anyway. We don't need racist, close minded, stuck in the 50s type people like you. Congrats to Obama, this is going to be an easy win in November. If anyone thinks McCain has a chance of winning then I want some of what your on. Now let's all bow our heads and thank the good Lord that we won't have to go through 4 more years of failed Bush policies. Oh and thanks to you all who voted for Bush the past two elections, your insight into politcis was much appreciated. The economy thanks you, the troops thank you, the people in Louisiana thank you, the poor thank you, everyone thanks you for your wonderous judgement of character. Let's see if you can't get it right this time or if maybe your still as stupid as your made out to be.

One

Wallace

Can you explain to me how someone who got the most votes for any party nominee in the history of this nation still loses to someone else? I really, really don’t get that.

Good for Hillary to not concede. That alone should prove she's got the right grit to do the job.

The democratic party really shot themselves in the foot on this one. People, like myself, will not trust a party who nominates someone who lost in popular votes. What was the point of those people voting?

My vote will now to go McCain. What a shame. I had so hoped for *real* change, and the Democrats pushed me away.

Okay, so my candidate did not make it. I can't see our nation in war until 2013. We need to signal the politicians that "enough is enough!" When they drive their own cars and have to pay for gasoline, have to get health insurance and pay the price for groceries, perhaps then things will finally change. I am voting, as per the comedian, Lewis Black, for a DEAD PRESIDENT (I like JFK-there was hope just listening to him).

OBAMA 08……I CANT WAIT TO PAY MORE TAXES. ACTUALLY I AM GOING TO START SETTING ASIDE SOME EXTRA MONEY NOW JUST INCASE HE ACTUALLY WINS.

you make enought money for taxes to have any impact on anything.

Vince in Inthaca, NY

Being a true friend of another country does not subtract from being an American it just shows that we support others as we would want them to do, like Great Britian.

An American should not have to confess their friendship to America, that should be expected at face value.

Congratulations to Senator Obama. It would be nice to see a change in politics rather then another 4 years of a Bush Administration.

Curt -

For you to say that Obama is a Muslim means only one thing: if your brains were dynamite, you wouldn't have enough to blow your nose.

You should be ashamed, but I learned long ago that right-wing nitwit Republicans have no shame. They will tell any lie if it helps to win an election.

I wlll be so happy when most of them are run out of office in November!

To Danielle for Obama : I am presently a McCain supporter, but I absolutely love what you have written here today. Thank you.

Socialist. I'm would have to work 2x as hard to pay for his bloated view of federal government. You begging helpless liberals disgust me. If you want to save the world don't look to government to do it. Go donate your time and money to a private charity. Let's HOPE Obama doesn't CHANGE our Republic.

America is a racist country. Racism will come in different shapes and forms, just pay attention at what Republicans say or do next and hide it as an attack that has to do with anything from religion to patriotism.

McCain was born in Panama, I guess Noriega and McCain are best butt buddies now... this is the kind of stuff the republiklan will use....

Well, Bob, what you gonna do when they send out the bills for your share of the Iraq War? It's approximately 30K for every man, woman and child in this country. McCain just said in a speech that we are borrowing trillions from Asian banks to pay for imported oil – try again – that's for the war in Iraq!

It's nice to see that Obama remembered not to say "Auschwitz" this time. Senator McCain can learn something from Barack Obama in how not to repeat misstatements. But then again, if he could learn that, then McCain could probably have learned not to conflate the Shia with Al-Qaeda after the first half dozen times.

Obama's understanding of Israel and the Middle East was brilliant.

Why was Hillary Clinton speaking at AIPAC?

Now can the media and everybody who doesn't like our next president stop spreading lies about him that would very kind of you thanks. God also called he said leave my great creation for this nation alone. thanks again

obama 08 let's do this for America From a Fired Up and Ready To Go to a Yes We can all the way.

It's a shame that he has to respond to such garbage, but he reponded well, and will make an outstanding president.

Steve in New York New York...
You are absolutely right!
I am not voting for him because he has no policy. He has no clear plans all he has is great speeches, which when he is caught in a lie he claims he misspoke.
Maybe after he gets some experience under his belt I will vote for him.
This country has way to many problems to hand the reins to someone who has absolutey no experience.

Now can the media and everybody who doesn't like our next president stop spreading lies about him that would very kind of you thanks. God also called he said leave my great creation for this nation alone. thanks again

obama 08 and beyond let's take it to the general and beat Mccain

I am happy I am a single mother of 3. I did not vote here in Florida cause I wanted to wait till the General, I am going for Obama I feel he is the best to bring the change that is so needed. Everyone knows the Clintons, and know they had a lot of mishaps in the White House. I think Mrs. Clinton should just step down cause we all know they can not be second in nothing they do. Obama should not pick her for VP cause then you have Bill to deal with and he comes with a high risk. I feel Mrs. clinton Is as fake as they come and she whould do any thing to get Bill back in the White House. The best thing the both of them can do is back Obama and stay out the White House. And this is coming from a middle age hard working mother whos feels the Clintons are not for the people, they are just selfish, greedy, sneaky, and need to rest.

Yes dear. Go get them.

Obama will NEVER be elected with his RADICAL, WEAK, questionable background. Looks like the DNC have GIVEN the nom to the Wrong candidate – again. And now they think we will all Unite – Think NOT!!!

Hillary Clinton has Earned MILLIONS of votes – MORE than obama – and yet they GIVE the nom to obama – is this the American way????

The only Change obama can expect is for the MILLIONS of Hillary supporters to Vote GOP!

And so it begins... The dirty GOP mean machine is rising. Look out decent people and hide your kids.

Hillary needs to be VP, she has guts, drive, determination and has worked very hard for many years. Now here comes Obama with what kind of a record, and his power hungry angry wife, and people have the nerve to call Hillary names. Wait, Michelle is on the horizon...wonder which one is really going to be the president if he wins. U might just have to vote McCain...Obama does not look good to be at all. Remember the Jimmy Carter years...I do and it was awful.

Now can the media and everybody who doesn't like our next president stop spreading lies about him that would very kind of you thanks. God also called he said leave my great creation for this nation alone. thanks again

obama 08/12

Hopefully americans has smarten up and not vote for another Bush #3, since Mccain has no clue and understanding of the economy,
middle east, ect... He said so! Vote for Obama!

Now can the media and everybody who doesn't like our next president stop spreading lies about him that would very kind of you thanks. God also called he said leave my great creation for this nation alone. thanks again

obama 08

Yeah and he didn't mention the Stanley Cup playoffs either – what's your point?

Mr. Obama betrayed his Mother... then he betrayed his Mentor…
Who is next... US?

Hey bob; Your taxes are a drop in the bucket compared to Mario Gabelli who made $52 million (that's right) in 2006 and paid $0 dollars taxes. That's who we're going after!

I had a teacher who would tell us, "Put you brain in gear before engaging mouth." ...some good advise you should heed.

Finally......a trust worthy intelligent person running for President of the United States of America. God bless the USA and Barrack. There really is hope!

I watched this speech and i tought it was awesome. A great uniter and inspiration to all those who listen.

PROUD TO BE AN OBAMA SUPPORTER!

People are always trying to find something negative to say about Obama. If you don't like him fine, that's your problem. Please, go get a life and find something that you do care about to listen to.

Congrats to O'Bama for his win. However I was a Hillary supporter and voted for her in the florida primary. I am very angry that our delegates will only get 1/2 vote at the convention. O'Bama has won our delegates should get their vote in too. I believe O'Bama should pick Hillary to run with him for vice president. She said she would be for that ticket and I believe together they will be unstoppable against McCain but if he picks someone else some Hillaary supporters will vote for McCain just for the point of it. They are already saying that on the streets of NY in the polls CNN is taking of people feelings abouts O'Bama's winning. Together we win. Divided we fall. We need to stick together against the republicans and that means having both O'Bama and Clinton on the ticket for the democrats.

You have made it clear you are a true supporter of Israel. I hope this lays to rest those who want to use scare tactics to distract people from the real issues like Health care which you're Clearly stronger on.
Kenny U.K

Terell: "What plan does Obama have to catch Osama?"

What plan did Bush have to catch Osama? Bush: Well..... we can't find him; lets go look for him in Iraq!

We'll see.

Great speech!!!!!! God job
obama 09

I believe the information circulating in the email are accurate. Obama will say anything (just like Hillary) to get elected – even if it's far from the truth.

Be careful what you believe when Obama speaks.

Obama you did GREAT! I am so very proud of you!

WE DO NOT WANT HILLARY AS VP. PERIOD!

For any of you Dems who are leaving the party....shame on you. You were never a true Dem to begin with. This election, more than any in our history, is about the bigger picture. It doesn't matter who you support – Clinton or Obama – it's about getting the Republicans out and the Dems back in. Don't cut off your nose to spite your face.

And, for those of you who commented on the economic pain his presidency will ensure....are you blind to what we're in the middle of right now?? Clearly you've been lucky enough to avoid the economic crisis that has hit the rest of this country.

GO DEMS '08!!!!!

I am in complete shock in regards to zero reaction from the democratic voters, as a foreigner i can not vote, although the irs loves my money:-), but what i am amazed about is, whether the name is Clinton, Obama or Shrek, how the democrats just decided to basically finalize the election by splitting the FL and Michigan votes, in my opinion that ruling is against any democratic principles and I would be very angry as a FL or Michigan voter that voted for somebody but my vote was given to the other other candidate giving him the win. I do not understand how anybody can call that solution democratic, not even going into the discussion of 600 superdelegates making decision for millions of people. Basically whether you vote or not it will be decided by a specific group of people. Definitely a huge lesson in "democratic processes"

"It has been an honor to contest these primaries with him. It is an honor to call him my friend. And let me be very clear: I know that Senator Obama will be a good friend to Israel," the New York senator and former first lady said.

"I know that Senator Obama shares my view that the next president must be ready to say to the world: America's position is unchanging, our resolve unyielding, our stance nonnegotiable. The United States stands with Israel, now and forever," she said.

THIS FOR ALL YOU HILARY SUPPORTERS. THIS IS THE TIME TO DECIDE IF YOU ARE PREJUDICE. IF YOU VOTE MCCAIN YOU ARE ONLY HURTING YOURSELF. NOT OBAMA. STOP THE DRAMA. TIMES HAVE CHANGED!! HIM AND HILARY FIGHT FOR THE SAME THINGS!! IGNORANCE IS NOT WHAT WE NEED!

EVERY REPUBLICAN should take a moment out of their busy lives to thank Barack Obama for putting the Clintons out of our collective misery. This was no easy task, Hillary is still in a state of denial, but it is over.

Barack Obama organized and executed a brilliant campaign from the money to the message. This a glimpse into what his presidency will be like. Intelligence, strength, truth, hope, civility and inclusion...it's time for Patriots from the GOP to vote for your interests, vote for Obama.

Terell,

Good question, I hope he try something new,.... say like actually go after the guy for a change and not come up with something else to distract the American public.

DID YOU KNOW THAT DURING JIMMY CARTER’S PRESIDENCY ; A PEACE TREATY WAS SIGNED BETWEEN ISRAEL, EGYPT, AND ISRAEL , JORDAN, AND HE BROKERED THAT TREATY? NOW, ISRAEL ENJOYS TRADE AGREEMENTS, PEACE AND CONSTRUCTIVE RELATIONSHIPS WITH THESE TWO COUNTRIES. THAT’S WHAT OBAMA TALKING ABOUT, DIPLOMACY WORKS!!!!!!!!

To the Lone Ranger: Agreed 100%

GO OBAMA GO 2008!!!

I cant wait for the debates... Obama will slaughter Mc-Bush... let's see if the same ole boy networks helps you out this time... oh and by the way... People are SMARTER than you think, republicans.... fear mongering is a thing of the past... and if there REALLY was something to FEAR.. your party CREATED IT... so why are you still crying about it?

"I believe the US public is smarter this time around..."

I'm not so sure from looks of most these comments – weak minded "sheep" taken in by charisma, promises, and slick talk will put the most powerful country on the face of this earth into the hands of an inexperienced, left-winged Socialist. I'll avoid the rush and thank those "sheep" now – Thanks, AMERIKA!

For what it's worth, I'll be voting McCain, if only because he stinks less.

To the next president of the US: Sen Obama: you need to pick Colin Powell for VP! I know he won't want the job, but you need to talk him into it. His experience in the military and foreign policy would be quite credible, and picking him would be the perfect imitation of Lincoln when he chose several cabinet members from the opposing party.
And it would be especially effective to see Powell stand up to any pro-war rhetoric coming from McCain

Senator Obama will be making a huge mistake if he does not choose Hillary Clinton as a running mate. I personally do not trust Mr. Obama and would feel much more comfortable as a democrat if he had a running mate that I did trust.

Barack, you're our guy. We're thrilled that you are now officially the nominee. Please remember your morals and ethics as you tackle the GOP in the next coming months. We admire you and wish you all the best.

One blogger wanted to know how Obama is going to catch Osama. Well President Bush and his buddy John McCain haven't caught Osama in seven years. Maybe, it is time for a new party and new leadership to try to catch Osama. I am all for certain that if the current party keeps in office, capturing Osama will not be a key target.

Flip flopping on issues again. Now he will speak to iran with pre-conditions set. isnt this what McCain has been saying all along. I knew you'd have to get yourself out of this one somehow as it was completely the wrong point to get across.

McCain 08......

As an Obama relative who has long subscribed to pro-Israel email, I can say that the stories I have seen about our extended family are inaccurate.

Luis,

You are being very nit-picky. Show that you need a little less adult supervision from now on.

Hillary or McCain!?

Are you folks not Democrats!!?? Would you really prefer to cut off your nose just to spite your face?

McCain is not an independent! He is a Bush Republican! He has sold out any "maverick inclinations" in him to pander to the right-wing conservative base of the Republicans. His reversal on the tax cuts, his speech on appointing conservative judges, his denial of not having voted for Bush, etc. all speak to this pandering.

Obama is a black man running for president. He has received Secret Service protection earlier than any other candidate in history. His life, his wife's life and the lives of their two daughters are being threatened every day. Would not only a patriot go through this!?

Don’t Obama and Hillary agree on most major issues!?

Thus, the questions become: Are you more racist than Democrat!?
Are you more racist than pro choice!? Are you more racist than anti-tax cuts for the rich!?

BOY THE SLIMY ONES NEVER GIVE IT A REST.

OUR NOMINEE HAS THE HUMAN QUALITIES ALL THESE

SCUM BAGS ARE MISSING, & THEY HAVE NOTHING TO

OFFER US OR THE WORLD, BUT THEIR FEAR MONGERING,

RACE MONGERING, & WARMONGERING, THEY HAVE NO OTHER

REASON TO ASK US FOR A VOTE, SO TRY SCARING ONE OUT

OF US. NOT, NOT, NOT, NOT GOING TO WORK.

Terell,

You asked what plans Barack has for catching Osama...

Well just stop and think about the chances of us finding him in Iraq, which is where McCain will continue to keep our troops.

Obama realizes Afghanistan has mistakenly been forgotten.

hey, if Obama is elected will this end affirmative action? Will the entitlements be reduced? Will minorities start understanding what it means to work for what you get instead of taking handouts? there are plenty of charities and churches for that. The Govt should ask us what we want to spend out tax dollars on and not make those decisions for us. Everyone needs help from time to time and some of us worked 2 and 3 jobs for years to better out economic situation without ever taking a handout. Just a question? This could be a good thing.

This is our candidate: a man who tells it like it si and who doesn't run from innuendo and lies- he addresses it and goes on from there. Imagine having a person that does that in the Oval Office again!
OBAMA 08!

The last thing we need is clinton supporters who are disappointed by barack obama's nomination for president to vote for the Bush/McCain screw america train. I think Hillary and Barack are too very capable people but not without each other.

TO DICTIONARY FOR THOSE WHO NEED IT: A PAC DOES INDEED INFLUENCE POLITICIANS. THEY OFFER MONEY FOR SUPPORT OF THEIR CAUSES DUMMY.

Hi,

I heard John McCain say the media pushed the Clintons out of the race. That was a strategic comment since we've heard that her supporters are willing to vote for him if the DNC doesn't give her the nomination. The timing taps into the resentment at the media and DNC. Good move by the RNC.

Thanks

Luis...
I notice how you completely dismissed veterans of the Revolutionary, civil, 1812, Panama, Granada and every other conflict we have been in over the years.

Get real and stop nitpicking.
Is he really going to go over every conflict in every speech?

You were never going to vote for him anyways so head on over to FOX news where the rest of you that are ready to continue destroying this country hang out.

We are very lucky in this country to have had three outstanding Americans still in the race for the presidency. Now, with Senator Clinton bowing out, we have two outstanding candidates. Both of these men represent some of the finest qualities of our country.
John McCain has honored our country with his service and has often been a voice a reason amid the maddness of the Bush administration. Barack Obama has lifted himself by his bootstraps from the South Side of Chicago to be an intelligent and charasmatic leader.

That being said, the issue comes down to which man's vision of the future can put us back on the right path. In listening to both, the choice is between a future that is much the same as the present, with minor adjustments with John McCain, or a future, painted with broad strokes, of a much different American presented by Barack Obama.

What is clear to a vast majority of Americans, is that we are on the wrong path. It is wrong that so many Americans have no health care. It is wrong that we are wedded to an oil culture that sends vast amounts of money overseas. It is wrong that huge companies like Wal-Mart have become the sales arm of China Inc. We need to plan a fundamental shift in the way we operate in this country. While both men offer solutions, it is my considered opinion, that Barack Obama has the vision and intellectual depth to right the ship and get us sailing in the right direction again.

Obama will surely shy away from any town-hall debate with Mccain. He rather hide behind the mask factory he's running where they are painting Mccain as Bush's twin brother Obama is no more then an inexperience and calculated politician without his pre-approved scripted speech. In debates, his lack of experience and skill prone rherorics are all he's got and it has shown.

First, I want to congratulate Barack Obama on a job well done during the Primary. Congrats!!

Second, those that are not ready for "Change" in our Economy, in our Schools and in our Government should vote for John McCain.

I strongly believe in "Change" and know that Barack Obama can lead our Country in the way it should be led and that means putting an end to the "War In Iraq".

BRING OUR SOILDERS HOME

I am waiting to exhale whew!!!!! Cant you feel the change in the air?

CNN - I didn't realize you were in Obama's hip pocket - I thought you were a REAL news agency.

One of Obama's best qualities is that he isn't afraid to address controversy head on. He also has nice teeth.

Wow. Good job, GOP. If McCain is so pro-American, why can't he support the new G.I. Bill?

former Clinton supporter for Obama '08

It's nice to see someone who has been working so hard for so long, still able to show a sense of humor. I think that there are still a lot of people who have their eyes closed, who are paying attention to all of these different emails and just not willing to actually check out for themselves what the man stands for. As for Hilary supporters rallying for her to be VP........the ultimate decision is his. Idle threats will get nothing done and just makes things more divisive then ever. Besides which, if you were him, would you want that particular twosome dogging your every decision?

RAVE,
I am sorry......WHAT great achievements has he made? Please enlighten me.....................

ALL I HAVE TO SAY IS THAT WE JEWS ARE NOT THAT EASY TO

FOOL. WE KNOW WE HAVE A BROTHER IN THE SOON TO BE

PRESIDENT OBAMA, THAT I GUARANTEE WITH MY LIFE,

AND A BRILLIANT ONE AT THAT.

Relax. The only things that change are dates, names & faces. ALL the policies remain the same. Have you all forgoten that this is America?

Derrick in Phila – you missed the news i see that W got the norks to open up to UN inspection.

or that Gaddafi reopened diplomatic relations with the US, lest he meet his 72 philly hos.

and that iran is (allegedly) cooperating with the IEAE. but, then, hussein obama will dignify the man who executed American diplomats.

he should change his name already to Chamberlain.

Danielle (teacher), that was an great message! We all should be very proud of the history America has made in this election with Obama and Clinton. I truly believe Obama will make a great president for ALL Americans, including the Jewish community, white, black, Spanish, Asian, American Indian, and the list goes on and on in our beautifully diversified UNITED States of America!

Dem '08
Obama '08

OBAMA 2008-2017!!!!! THIS IS WHAT WE NEED. HILARY IS A NEGATIVE PERSON. ALL SHE HAS DONE WAS SHOW THE WORLD HOW SELFISH SHE IS. IT DID MAKE ME MAD BECAUSE OBAMA GAVE HER TOO MUCH PRAISE LAST NIGHT IN HIS SPEECH. SHE ON THE OTHER HAD SHOWED SHE WAS A SORE LOSER. ALL THE PEOPLE WHO ARE TALKING ABOUT VOTING MCCAIN ARE ONLY HURTING THEMSELVES. I KNOW WE ARE ALL TIRED OF PAYING THESE RIDICULOUS GAS PRICES, AND SEEING OUR ECONOMY DEWINDLE. GROW UP!! TIMES HAVE CHANGED!! IT IS NOT ABOUT THE COLOR OF YOUR SKIN!! ALL OBAMA WANTS TO DO IS MAKE A CHANGE. WHAT IS WRONG WITH THAT!! HE IS A TRUE AMERICAN AND I RESPECT HIM DEARLY. NO MATTER WHAT PEOPLE SAY OBAMA STAY STRONG AND TAKE THE WHITE HOUSE WITHOUT HILARY!!

That is really funny!

I have received many e-mails as well from your Camp about Hillary that made me sick to my stomach.

This Left Wing Nut Job had better be careful about setting himself up as someone "above the fray" because it isn't rue at all!

Hillary 08

Isn't Barack as white as he is black? Doesn't he play the race card every time he calls himself african american?

WE ARE IN THE GENERAL ELECTION & MCBUSH SAW HOW

BUSH & BUSH JR. WON, USING FEAR, SO FEAR IT IS. PROBLEM

WITH THAT THE AMERICAN PEOPLE ARE TIRED OF HAVING

A VOTE SCARED OUT OF THEM. TACTIC IS GETTING OLD.

HILLARY TRIED IT & IT DID NOT WORK. SHE IS A HELL OF A

BETTER CHOICE THAN MCSAME, ALL WEEK & TWICE ON SUNDAY.

TJP the great American economist. What else did your crystal ball tell you? That John Mc Cains economic policies will save the country. THE MAN ADMITTED HE'S NOT STRONG ON THE ECONOMY. Back under your rock you go, go on now.

Well, if he's elected in November,

God better bless America

I think Obama does not have the love for this country as Clinton or McCain. He says he love this country just for the votes. He has NOTHING to prove it, the opposite is true. He can't convince me about this. I feel safer to have either Hillary or McCain handle the security issue of this country.

Repubs are lunatic and Idiots..Do you guys have anything inside this thing called your "head" ???He has come this far playing by the rules and with his wisdom.I have faith in his decision making and so do the millions of people who support him not just here in the US, but worldwide.
John McBush is soooooper old and cant even think straight.How can anyone trust him to control and lead this country.Have you listened to his speeches?He is pathetic.Every five minutes he has to stop and show his ugly teeth to the crowd as if people are crazy to take his pictures.Everytime i see the back of his head, i feel like smacking him.What a crazy old fart !
NO

Barack Obama, because he sounds pretty scary because he!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

why don't we start votin for the VP

I VOTE NO FOR HILLARY

Luis June 4th, 2008 10:39 am ET

"Anyone notice how, during his speach, he completely dismissed veterans of the Korean, Vietnam and Gulf Wars? Coward.

Vote McCain or Join the Insane

This is the second coming of Jimmy (Friend of Hamas) Cater"

Someone's a coward alright, Luis. And that coward is too ignorant to spell "Carter" correctly. I wonder if he's typical of McCain's supporters?

Finally come the obvious day; Good luck for November though you don't need it. I am with you, Barak Obama, Next President of USA.

Obama may STEAL the nomination – BUT – without the Millions of Hillary voters – he will never WIN the election – FACT!

Lets hope that "true friend" of Israel means Obama will be telling Israel (and her US supporters) the importance of respecting international law and norms of conduct.

Very eloquent speech in front of a bunch of lobbyists! That's real change!

Democrats lets get united and vote for OBAMAAAAAAAAA and Hillary im so dissapointed in you. You did not even encourage your supporters to be united yesterday you were still giving out your Hillary dot com address so you can hear from them??? but hear this Hillary its overrrrr OBAMA wonnnnnnnnn.

Yes, we all know how much Black men in America respect gays and Jews. Including those running for president.

Time to head to Heimi town.

McCain said it best "Looks like the party leaders and media have chosen my opponent for me" – SAD – BUT TRUE!
Hillary HAS EARNED/WON the popular vote – BUT the DNC/supers GIVE the nom to obama. Obama is NOT qualified to lead our country – BUT – McCain is.
The MILLIONS of Hillary supporters will NEVER vote for obama – due to his Weak, Radical, Questionable background.

So...looks like the DNC has made the wrong choice – AGAIN.

HILLARY OR MCCAIN NEVER OBAMA

The media "crowned" John Kerry President throughout the 2004 campaign with all this glowing media coverage, just like they are doing with Obama today. However, look what happened. It will be interesting to see if it works this time or not.

Sen. Obama will say anything to get your votes. He has resign his church along with his pastor and disown his AA community.

don't blame us for us for any more taxes 'bob' – your WAR and GOP partying left education, social services, and the infrastructure in shambles...

and you're not our "friend"

I am glad to see the primaries finally over and had thought that having a "Dream Ticket" would include Hillary as VP. However, as a 62 year mother and grandmother, I am ashamed of her actions last night when she refused to concede because she felt it was "her night and all about her." I think Barack Obama needs to think long and hard about her on the ticket. If it had been any other candidate, they would have been gracious about conceding to the winner. Does she get to act like this because she is a woman? I thought we were better than that.

Without Hilary I and many others will vote McCain or not al all.
Personally I could not vote for a Black nonminee unless Hilary was
beside him. I do not trust Obama, he can only read speeches that
someone eles wrote and smile allot. That's it folks. I promise you
that the Republicans will ripe him apart.

GOP, give it a rest. I love how they keep saying things are going to be so terrible under Obama. Like the past 8 years have been filled with sunshine, rainbows, and ponies. I don't really understand who they think they are fooling.

O.K starry eyed kids, Obama is a politician. He's an incredibly talented politician, but he knows that he has to play the game, so yes, he will talk with Hammas, he will talk with Iran, he will try tough diplomacy, but this is not the paradigm shift that the world has been waiting for. He will do what most US presidents have done up until W, he will talk softly but carry a big stick, and will side with Israel against the majority of the region who supports the Palestinian cause of statehood. What this will do is give support to the forces within Israel who know that they have to begin working on a two state solution quickly.

Israel had a President with the name of Ehud Barak
Pretty close to Barack
What is there to fear?

Marine June 4th, 2008 11:16 am ET

"Careful he is a chameleon and will change colors depending on the situation."

You mean like McCain has been doing to "appease" your base?

I keep getting sent republican propaganda like this all the time. It just proves to me that they are scared and know that they are going to lose. Keep your freedom America say no to republican dictatorship of bushmccain.

Barack Hussein Obama's socialist, French-like policies that will handicap democracy and capitalism.

On CNN right now:

Punishing high-income workers: He has called for increasing the amount of payroll tax that very high-income workers pay by subjecting more of their income to the payroll tax.

Bankrupting Small Businesses: Obama would require all employers to offer a plan or contribute money to employee's health costs. Companies that do neither would be required to contribute a percentage of payroll to the health exchange.

Government-Funded Stupidity: Obama has called for a $10 billion foreclosure prevention fund.

Sticking it to us at the Tank: Obama supports rising gas prices by opposing a tax break.

"Despite the candidates' promises, experts are skeptical that either candidates' economic proposals when taken as a whole could be fiscally sound." – CNN

Fiscally unsound economic policies? So where does that leave us? It leaves us with the President's primary responsibility.....Commander in Chief. Who is wartime veteran? Who was a POW? Who has served in uniform? Who stands firm against terrorism? John McCain.

All I'm thinking is that when a candidate has the power and the believers behind him to make grown men and women shed tears over the dreams of a new America, he's probably doing something right.

Can't say the same about McCain's super-canned speech last night. Worst speech ever.

A true Leader is HAVING THE CAPACITY , KNOWLEDGE , AND FORESIGHT to put together a well rounded team.....

Let's not get anything twisted here.

ONLY
OBAMA /SEBELIUS 08

great speech the 1st foriegn policy address of president OBAMA.

the president must always do what's right for americans first. i understand that we are israel's ally, however, america and americans are still more important.

Those of you who spew hate, are only showing that you are afraid. You're afraid you are going to lose something or something bad is going to happen. That is why fear tactics work with you. Let me tell you something. Not being afraid feels good.

As far as Barack Obama goes, get over it. He's going to be number 44. If you are worried, consider offering him your help. Think about what he is about to inherit. He is going to need all of our help.

Wow is right! He is a scary guy.....but YOU made him the nominee and YOU will be the reason we lose in November.

Scare tactics. People listen to yourself. Lets see Obama supportors are arguing that Senator McCain is really McSame, McBush. He will send your kids to war. More children will die. He will overturn Roe vs Wade. Women will lose their rights. America won't be safer. I suppose when you are spewing the scare tactics it is justified.

We can all be proud of Sen Obama as an American. he truly shows what hard work, perserverance and persistence can achieve.

What a remarkable legacy for our children! They have seen an outsider, mixed-race black man run a race of integrity and succeed in winning the nomination against all odds – an insider candidate with huge name recognition.

I am proud of the Democratic Party, proud to be an American this morning.

Sen Obama's speech last night and this morning shows he is more than ready and able to lead America into a brighter future.

AMERICA 2008

Anyone thinking McCain is the answer this fall is not thinking logically or is ignorant to the real problems of this world that the current administration has caused. It's not about you, it's about US. Look at the big picture and see that Obama has everything WE need to gain the world's trust again.

It's not the silly e-mails that are the problem – it's the things he's *actually* done that show his character is so lacking. Don't any of you ever read anything beyond Obama's own website or listen to anyone besides the Obamaniacs talk? DO SOME REAL RESEARCH INTO THIS MAN'S POLITICAL HISTORY, FOR CRYING OUT LOUD! Quit making lame excuses for him! CHARACTER IS EVERYTHING when it comes to our president and Obama's is terrible! Only a blinded fool wouldn't be able to see it.

Seriously, I can't wait for this man to be president so I can sit around and point and laugh at all his gullible followers when things get worse in this country and they start moaning about how they were duped, how he's not the man they thought he was, how there were no signs at all warning them before the election, and how if they'd only known, they never would've voted for him. Then those of us not lost in some Amercian Idolized stupor can gleefully redirect their attention to all the news stories and public documents already available and say, "You mean, no warning signs like this?"

Change you can believe in? Sure. And I have this bridge. In Arizon....

Luis, who is Jimmy (friend of Hamas) Cater?
I know a fomer president in the name of Jimmy Carter who made possible the historic signing of the ONLY major Arab/Israeli peace treaty man kind has ever known. I am not sure if you happen to know this former president. His name happens to be Pres. Jimmy Carter. I don't think you are referring to him when you say Cater.

Get it right my friend.
Get the facts right.
Get the history right.
And please get the names right.

Andy J, NY June 4th, 2008 11:19 am ET

BIAS BIAS BIAS

Actually, the media is a friend of McSame. The only reason there are so few reports on him is that they dont have much positive to say about him.

If McBush is running on his service to the country, believe me there are many more who have served at a greater capacity, and are much smarter than McInsane, McTemeper, McLiar, McFlipFlop, or whatever else people call him. McCain of 2000 does not exist anymore. If he was the same guy, I would have voted for him (and I am a Dem). He SOLD HIS SOUL for the GOP nomination.

Those who support McCain are racist and Barack really doesn't need your vote. McCain has nothing he stands for, FLIP FLIP Master. He has a team of lobbiest running his campaign and he wants to continue a worthless war that only brings more death to Americans all in the sake of winning....Winning WHAT? Time to stand for your own country and stop worring about Iraq.

Hello America,
Opportunist ol' McCain is real insane!
First now he cowardly talks about change,
because now he feels that with Bush he can't win.
McCain why don't you try to become Obama's running mate.
This wordl needs a change and Obama is our man!!

The Clinton klan is having to face the realization that the world does NOT revolve around them! Hillary doesn't care about the party. She, like her egotistical husband is only interested in furthering her own cause. Sen Obama would be foolish to make this divisive woman his VP.

Here we go again, the Republican Party (you know, the family value party) can't wait to start lying and rumor mogering again. After all, this is the same party that in the last election made a war hero out to be a coward, and a cowardly draft dodger out to be a hero. Vote McCain if you want another 4 years of war, debt, and recession.

I guess everyone believes everything that is written in the National Enquirer...er....CNN, and especially what a politician says in an election year, and hangs on his every word. Everyone is stumbling over themselves to overlook serious questions about this guy, especially one who will jettison his church to suit the political wind of the time, Clinton was given the moniker of "Slick Willy" for good reason. I dub Obama the "Brown Snake" which, by the way is found in Austraila, and is deadly because it looks harmless. Be careful America what you wish for.

Luis this conference wasn't about other wars...learn today's events before typing!!!

Hint Hint: pro-Israel conference

You know what! That is what we jewish were looking for the past Dozen months, To see Barack Obama on AIPAC podieum, no wonder we love him. He is a good spirit to our community and We will support him in any way we can to succced on every goal he is aim to Achieve.
Barack( We Jewish People love you so much) Congratualtion! We look forward to see you as the President of the Great United States in the future months. So, We Isreals can work with you along side by side. Keep your faith.. ON love.. More sucess to you. By the way, What a Speech you've delivered again. People, " NO wonder Barack is a dream come true our Jewish Alliance.

For those of you thanking god. I really doubt he had anything to do with Obama's win.

By Nov only the left wingers will vote for Obama.

But the rest of you concerned citizens, please do not stay at home. And please do NOT vote for McCain.

Exercise your right to WRITE in the candidate of your choice. We can make history, since this time we actually have a viable candidate to write in.

HRC IN NOV

These type reports will continue to dog him and hopefully will be his downfall. Does anyone else not see the trend here? Its readily apparent that Obama has more skeletons in his closet than a graveyard. They are all going to come out now!

I have been a loyal Democrat for my whole life, but that changes this year. Hillary was the only candidate that could get the job done. Barack will never get my vote!!

If not Hillary, then go McCain!!!

Hey Andy-NY

The reason there is so many titles on the home page about Obama and nothing on McBush is simply because........

MCBUSH HAS NOTHING TO SAY ......YESTERDAY, TODAY OR TOMORROW. There is NO FUTURE.

OBAMA/SEBELIUS 08

Obama is a man of integrity, grace and honor and he represents all the characteristics of Commander-in-Chief.

Given his outstanding campaign and strategy, Obama will make the right decision in regard to Hillary, but I do not believe that it will be for her to be on the ticket as Vice President. She will be given a position that will fit her strengths.

Obama is about unity. He has not waivered at all in regard to it nor in regard to the change that is desparately needed. God bless Obama and his family and God Bless America.

HAVEN'T ALL OF YOU PEOPLE OUT THERE FIGURED OUT THAT ALL THE HILLARY HATERS OUT THERE ARE REPUBLICANS. THEY DOWN BILL CLINTON, YET HE WAS THE GTEATEST PRESIDENT THAT THIS COUNTRY HAD AFTER FRANKLIN D. ROSEVELT. AND THE E-MAILS ARE PROBABLY COMING FROM KARL ROVE.

Proud to be an American every day. ESPECIALLY PROUD today.! We Democrats ROCK for picking such an outstanding candidate to be our nominee. The haters will keep hating, but the rest of us will join with Obama to get on with the arduous task of saving our country and our world. GO OBAMA!!

the GOP shills on this board ..Obama gonna chew up and spit out McSame.McBush this summer.

And to all the folks who don't like Obama because of his skin color... get a life and try to remember it 2008. Time to get a little educated and realize the man has skills and qualifications you can't blink away with racism.

NO to Hillary Clinton as VP!

That would be a grave mistake!

Obama needs to pick his own VP and not this woman!

Smart dude!

I'm sure this rumour is untrue.
Obama had said we should talk to our enemies but when Jimmy Carter went to talk to Hamas, Obama said we should not be talking to Hamas as long as their goal was the destruction of Israel.
Granted, one wonders where Obama really stands on things because he does seem to "clarify" things when it is politically expedient, but the defense of Israel IS politically expedient.

"Derrick, Philadelphia June 4th, 2008 11:55 am ET

I feel so good today… Obama is a like a breath of fresh air…. he is for all the people…. he will attempt to talk some sense into IRAN…. he will attempt to talk some sense into N KOREA… People in the world will see the US as a uniter not as a EMPIRE that will invade u.
Iran is 10X stonger and more of a threat now than IRAQ ever was.
I dont want my kids going to die in that desert after all the ones who died in iraq.

Obama is the perfect man at the perfect time to lead this country."

So he is going to talk to Iran and leaders of those that are "stronger and more of a threat"...sounds a lot like when Kennedy tried talking to Russia and they LAUGHED at us because we then appeared WEAK and this started a little something known as the CUBAN MISSILE CRISIS.

BO's ideas are nice...if everyone acts like a 22 year old liberal college student thinking that negotiations are possible and talking will solve everything.

IRONIC that it used to be ridiculed that a woman couln't be president because she would just talk and there would be no action...yet that's all BO is. TALK.

A vote for Barack is a vote for SOCIALISM and the downfall of America.

well bob, the likes of you dont complain about health insurance or high gas bills i guess. youo might be a lucky few, but the majority right now are feeling a pinch.

what good is served in the wealthy getting wealthy and the poor getting poorer? clinton taxed like theres no tomorrow and wow look what we had great economical success economically. it all a matter of where you come from. and how much you care for the people around you.

I believe through his policies and his succeses Barack Obama will show our Country and the World how tragically off balance and off track George Bush's Presidency has been. GET HIM GONNNNNE!!!

Don't vote for McCain and please don't stay at home.

You have the right to vote for the candidate of your choice- write in the best one of the three- HRC in Nov

Wow! How nice it is going to be to have a smart president. This is a concept many of us young people have never seen or after eight years, can barely remember.

Keith
San Francisco

I do not think BArack knows what Sunni and Shia stands for. HRC should run as an Independent

I was brought up in a Republican family going back to my great grandparents and at this time I wouldn't give a Republican the time of day.
The Republicans have given everything to the rich elite at the expense of the core of this country and will give them more if we don't shut them down now.
It's time to take back this country to the people that make us what we are. The only way to do this is to elect BARACK OBAMA for President and take away all the perks the Republican party has given them until they feel the PAIN.

Who cares what religion Obama is? Who cares if he is a Christian, Muslim, etc? Remember separation of church and state? BTW, Why cant he be a friend to both Israel and Palastine. I see so many close minded statement on here. Also, why wouldnt you talk to you enemies (i.e. Iran)? You think by avoiding them, the situation is going to get better? LOL. That's what Bush does and look at our international relations...Everyone hates America.

When you weigh devoting 20 years under the tutelage of an anti-American racist preacher, advisor, mentor ... who gave anti-Semitic Louis Farakan a life time achievement award ... against simply saying 'I support Jews and Israel' ... Only a fool would choose the verbal statement vs. the 20 years. Obama will say anything to get elected.

The intelligence and substance that show through when ever Obama and Clinton at that speak so overshadow that from the Mac Cain camp so much so that his statements are now like futile rantings. Somebody neeeds to tell t ninja turtle Mac Cain not to diss the idea of America prospecting oil from Nigeria – calling Nigerians people who do not share the same ideals as americans – not to mention their instability. Thank God Obama is here, his sense of fairness and justice hopefully will encourage oil companies to give back to the communities they harvest from especially as concerns environmental conservation ( effectively combating hostilities) and hello, we dont have Al Qaeda hiding in our barrels.

OBAMA 08……I CANT WAIT TO PAY MORE TAXES. ACTUALLY I AM GOING TO START SETTING ASIDE SOME EXTRA MONEY NOW JUST INCASE HE ACTUALLY WINS. WHEN HE TALKS ABOUT CHANGE I THINK HE IS REFERING TO MY CHECK ONCE HE IS DONE WITH IT ALL THAT WILL BE LEFT IS CHANGE.

BUT DONT WORRY MY LIBERAL FRIENDS I WILL KEEP WORKING SO ROBINHOOD CAN TAKE MY MONEY AND SPEND ON THE LESS FORTUNATE. NOW MIGHT BE THE TIME TO BUY THAT MILLION DOLLER HOUSE I AM SURE I WILL BE PAYING FOR WHEN YOU CANT MAKE YOUR PAYMENTS

FIRST OF ALL, CONGRATULATIONS TO SENATOR OBAMA. SECONDLY , SMEAR AND FEAR TACTICS BY THE GOP ARE OLD NEWS AND WON'T WORK. THIRDLY, JEWISH PEOPLE ARE SOME OF THE SMARTEST FOLKS AROUND, AND YOU CAN'T FOOL THEM WITH PROPAGANDA E-MAILS. BETTER SICK WITH THE REAL ISSUES McCAIN, AS OBAMA WILL CHEW YOU UP AND SPIT YOU OUT LIKE A WOOD CHIPPER.

Hi Day dreamer,

The fact that people think being Muslim is scary is an even scarier thought! Such fear and hate mongering is against the very spirit of our country's constitution. The last thing we need in this world is more racism and bigotry. Mr. Obama should take this challenge HEAD ON and clarify that American Muslims deserve respect and equal treatment just like other fellow citizens. Sadly, the mainstream media, instead of challenging such ideas have played along blindly. I was at least expecting more from CNN.

What a fraud. The Dems will be voting for a second term for Jimmy Carter by supporting Obama. He makes you feel good but has little substance and even less experiance. His Presidency will guarantee economic pain not seen since the double digit inflation and unemployment of the late seventies. Yet the media continues to tell us how bad things are now. There is no comparison.

I feel so good today... Obama is a like a breath of fresh air.... he is for all the people.... he will attempt to talk some sense into IRAN.... he will attempt to talk some sense into N KOREA... People in the world will see the US as a uniter not as a EMPIRE that will invade u.
Iran is 10X stonger and more of a threat now than IRAQ ever was.
I dont want my kids going to die in that desert after all the ones who died in iraq.

Obama is the perfect man at the perfect time to lead this country.

Here's another good email rumor I read this morning
Obama wants to change the words of
"The National Anthem"
Now How Crazy is That One.... And bloggers where actually believing It !.... Who are these People???

Ellie from Aurora and others of her ilk:

Sen. Obama, like many other politicians, uses teleprompters, so his great ability to orate is based mainly on his ability to read and not speak from the hip. Sen. McCain's gaffe was in answer to a question, just like Sen. Obama's gaffes about his great-uncle and others. So, let's not mix up speaking from the hip and some gaffes (which we need to excuse) with reading a teleprompter. As to his support of Israel, it is certainly not as strong as that of Sen. McCain's and is, IMHO, one of political necessity and not a sincere belief.

Even if I had tuned in just last night and had no idea what had happened prior....McCain would have lost my vote based on his pathetic speech. What a horrible under-the-breath growl he has. Was there someone there coaching him on when to smile his evil smile? The guy gives me the creeps.

Thank You GOD for blessing the American people (and the world for that matter) with Barack Obama.

I see these e-mails all the time. They're forwarded and perpetrated by right-wing Republicans who, once again, are resorting to scare tactics. The sad thing is the number of people who fall for this stuff.

AIPAC is a Political Action Committee NOT a lobbying firm.

NOUN:
Abbr. PAC
A committee formed by business, labor, or other special-interest groups to raise money and make contributions to the campaigns of political candidates whom they support.

NOUN:
pl. lob?bies
A group of persons engaged in trying to influence legislators or other public officials in favor of a specific cause; To try to influence the thinking of legislators or other public officials for or against a specific cause

PACs support candidates based on issues relevant to that PAC and raise money for those candidates. Lobbyists seek to influence politicians and legislation by promising support.

By the way, HRC spoke after Obama (second again?)

If he want's to see the man he claims sounds scary, perhaps he should look in the mirror every morning. With his inexperience in foreign policy along with advisors who have never been out of the academic world, if Obama is elected I think we are in for another rough ride. After all, go back eight years, wasn't George W. Bush claiming that he could do better in Washington because he was a political outsider and not part of the establishment? If history has anything to teach us it is that we are in for another four years of blunders, goofs and just plain inability to deal with the issues of foreign policy and national security. Dealing with these issues from the ivory towers of academia is vastly different than real life.

We can no longer afford to bury our heads in the sand and think that leaders and rouge nations will simply go away. Nor can open a dialog of deplomacy at the end of a gun barrel. Presidential Nominee Obama has the right direction; we need to meet with these leaders and find a peace, even if it is awkward and flawed that will lessen tensions and open communications between nations. It will be a difficult road and many organizations and individuals will oppose it and do harm to others to stop it but it is a necessary step in the quest for peace.

Billy J Austin, TX June 4th, 2008 11:09 am ET
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He isn't my first choice, but I would never, in a thousand years, believe this guy is not anything other than what he says he is, when it comes to his patriotism, or good will towards our allies, especially Israel and Europe.

The primary is over, my horses were out early (Edwards/Biden/Clark) I am ready to get behind this guy and keep my fingers crossed he can be half the excecutive, his speeches make him sound like.

Good for him for attacking the internet rumors head on. Republicans can't win in November on a "look what we've done" platform. Their only chance is fear and they know it. They're going plant rumors and emails from now until November...what a bunch of scumbags.

Good.....put some of these stupid statements from people to rest.

Man...that is scary that some people still believe that he is a Muslim. I guess that you will always find people that get their info from emails and believe them. I heard that Microsoft is giving away money also....yeah it's true I read it in an email.

He's so awesome!

I can't wait for an Obama vs McCain debate. The American people will clearly see what a real President of the modern world sounds like.

Obama 08/12

And what if he were Muslim? We have freedom of religion in this country, but some Americans always seem to forget that. The laws that allow people to be Christian and Jewish in the United States, are the same laws that allow people to be Muslim. I haven't seen the tacit racism of these emails challenged – I've only seen that he has to keep repeating that he's Christian. I think he should step up a little more to defend peoples' right to be Muslim, and remind the American people of the obvious fact that being Muslim does not equal being a terrorist. To not do so empowers those who use racism and bigotry to achieve political ends.

LIFT UP YOUR HEAD OBAMA

Only in America would people actually believe things like that he's a Muslim or that he isn't patriotic...which, by the way, shouldn't be a big deal even if he were.

Can people stop saying that Obama is a Muslim? He is clearly not one. People are so desparate to find dirt on this man but is coming up empty that they are resorting to spreading stupid rumors about him. Give it up! He's not a Clinton!

Watched Obama give his speech he covered all aspects of the Jewish American interests and concerns. At the moment of this post I am watching Hillary give her speech and the audience response is no where near as vocal than when Obama spoke. In fact they had to take a break after Obama's speech there was no way she could follow a well written speech by Obama. I think this was a big mistake for McCain not to speak here. By the way Obama not only had one-liners in his speech but he laid out plans on how his administration will approach his ideas.

cnn, could you report on what he actually said that is important, not him trying to be cute and charming?

im listening to clinton speak now and she's talking about serious policy. what did obama say?

come on cnn, its called reporting.

Hillary as VP? I hope not.

Obama, stand strong!

Obama says a lot of untrue things and then "clarifies" them when he gets caught.

Too bad Israel is just as corrupt as the US. It never surprised me the two nations got along so swimmingly.

CNN where is the bulk of the speech Obama gave at the AIPAC? All you reported was that Clinton wants to be the VP. Why couldn't you just report what was in Obama's speech? I guess I'll have to find that information elsewhere.

America, for the love of heaven, don't vote against him because you dislike his color or his middle name (or you've heard some stupid rumor). Vote for (or against) him based on his POLICY.

Though I fear that Hillary's larger-than-life ego might have ruined it for the Democrats this year. Hillary is the one who implied that McCain would be better-suited to be president (than Obama) – maybe Hillary can beg McCain to get on his ticket.

Ridiculous #1: Enough already – the man is not a Muslim. (Shouldn't matter if he is, but that is a moot point.)
Ridiculous #2: However, show me any policy position he has that affirms his statement he is a "true friend of Israel."

Oh wait – he has virutally no foreign policy track record. He sounds so good though, I'm sure I can believe him.

Bottom line: As in so many areas, the Obama brigade is all "yes-we-can" and no "HOW-we-can." If he wins, I can only hope his leadership capabilities remotely resemble his ability to give a good speech. Too bad this election isn't for president of the Olymipic debate team...

Actually, he said an uncle had helped liberate the concentration "camps" in Auschwitz; clearly he was somewhat confused about geography, since Auschwitz was only one camp. Most likely he was thinking at the time that Auschwitz was a region.

thank you for addressing these stupid emails. i had one sent to me.
you have to be undereducated to believe it, or to busy or lazy too read.

a very intelligent woman at my work told me not to vote for sen obama because he was a muslim, i rebuked her comments but she still was not convinced. in this case, i think it was fear of the unknown or just plain prejudice.

Why don't you guys let it a lone, start concerning your self with the question what am I?

Wow, Senator Obama has just finished his speach at AIPAC followed right now by Senator Clinton. Regarding Senator Obama, it was already sounding like a true American President. That man has really got what it takes. Don`t get me wrong. He is not only a speaker, but somebody who knows what, when and where to say. It has been a masterpiece of presidential foreign policy. Listening to Senator Clinton, it seems to me that she is respecting Senator Obama as the potential next President of the United States of America. This could be the beginning of a new "friendship" developing during the months to come. I am deeply impressed in front of my TV in Germany.

How sad that these rumors have been flying around...One wonders whether Karl Rove has something to do with it!! I admire Obama and it is refreshing to hear a new voice. It does remind me of how I felt when Kennedy was campaigning..... Obama must continue to support Israel and get in touch with the Jewish community.

best political team is biased.roland martin is a obama surrogate.
I am ashamed aof my fellow blacks who is supporting obama just because he is black

I watched the explosive elegant speech and kept my mouth wide opened almost the entire period. You can't help but like this guy. He got tears off my eyes the second time within 24 hours. We keep forgetting the central focus on the Isreal Palestanian struggle and Barrack was brave enought to hit it – Jarusalem. Its not East Jarusalem, West or anything else but Jarusalem. As a Christian, I do not think MaCcain understands this. If you ever doubt Barrack's faith, this should help you nail it. He is a Christian and acts it.

This speech was truly presidential. If anyone doubts that this is not the next president of the US is absolutely clueless...

The statue and poise of Mr. Obama speaks for itself. The expression and demeanor exceeds all that I've seen in a long time. God bless Obama and America...

They will try in every way to rob this poor guy (Obama) from his great achievments.
What part of " I am a Christian " dont these knuckleheads understand?
This is all to blame " Hillary " for raising such doubts.
Mr. Obama, do not pick Hillary as the VP. You don't need those swinging, confused people's vote. You will win with a landslide majority and mark my words today – You will be the President of United States of America (2008 -16) and be remembered for ever as one of the best US Presidents.
You will bring Iran, Sudan, Afghanistan, Pakistan to it's knees during this course and the entire world will accept and respect you as a world leader. Please dont let any evil, dramatic people get near you.
God Bless you, Our Nation and the Entire World.
OBAMA (2008 -16)

Obama is no true Christian and he is certainly not a fan of Isreal.
This guy will say and do anything to get elected.
Wake up America – this guy is a disaster

BIAS BIAS BIAS

7 stories on the CNN home page with Obama in the title, 2 with McCain in the title.

Seriously, could you at least make and effort to report the news honestly and evenly?

You don't report the good news in Iraq, you don't report the news on the real negative effects of cap and trade, you don't ask obama tough questions because you will be called a racist, and many other examples.

CNN, get a backbone and do some real journalism.

And 2 years ago Obama stated he was a true friend of Palstinians .... This phony has a friend for every contituency out there – when he needs one

Barak Obama = Next president of USA.

Ehud Barak =Labor party leader of Israel.

Jewish lobby does some thing anti-american.

CNN is not publish this comment as usual.

We know our policy regards Israel is not going to change with Obama. We are Israel greatest ally and will remain that way. It is however strange to see that, in some ways, Israel moved to the left of the current administration with their talks with Syria on ending their conflict. Here is a Country that sees the value of diplomacy. They will have a much stronger friend in Obama.

It is so sad when people stoop this low. The only way they know how to keep him from winning is to spread lies. I don't want to be a part of a party who indulges in hate, fear, and people such as the ones spreading the rumors. Obama is all about change and bringing all Americans together. People who spread such rumors only keep this country divided. Remember, united we stand divided we fall.

His uncle Al also invented the internet.

How can he be a friend of Israel, when he went to a church for twenty years whose pastor blames the USA and Israel for all the worllds ill's.
Not only did he attend this church he exposed is impressionable children to this hate monger. He also says he will talk to any one. When is he inviting Osama to the White House. AIPAC should be ashamed of themselvesd for inviting him. I know I will no more support them as a jew.

How about voting "None of the Above"?

OBAMA IS NOT A CHRISTIAN. HE SET IN HIS CHURCH IF THAT'S WHAT YOU WANT TO CALL IT AND LISTENED TO HIS REV. WRIGHT PREACH HATRED FOR AMERICA AND ALL WHITES. HE ONLY DENOUNCED WRIGHT WHEN HE SAW HE WAS A HEAVY WEIGHT TO PULL IN HIS CANDIDACY. IRSAEL BEWARE OF THIS MAN HE IS THE SNAKE WHO LEFT THE TREE AND IS NOW CRAWLING ON THE GROUND. HIS WIFE PUBLICLY ANNOUNCED HER HATRED FOR AMERICA. BEWARE AMERICA OF THIS PAIR.

Bravo. Senator Obama gave a superb address at the AIPAC meeting.
If their is any doubt that he is ready, this address removed it. It also
sent a message to Hillary, that she had better get on board before she
gets left behind, because if there is any proof that he won't be taken
hostage by her and her supporters, and that he can stand on his own
two feet, he showed it today. God Bless Senator Obama.

Democrats 08.

YOU GO! INTELLIGENT, ELOQUENT, AND WITH A SENSE OF HUMOR TO BOOT!

OB'08

The ignorant paranoia surrounding Barack Obama is so absurd as to be funny. I've heard that he is secretly a radical Muslim, a racist Christian, an communist atheist, a high priest in Oprah's church, and even the anti-christ.
What comic book do the people who believe this stuff live in?

i love hillary but it is time for us ALL to support obama. nothing could be worse than more republicans....

American community to support them in their political career. But they have said many hurtful things and acted very "Unpresidential" throughout. We have forgiven them for many things over the years, how much more can we forgive such open adverse behavior of the 1st African American Presumptive Nominee. Sen. Clinton and Former President Bill Clinton did not show the grace nor dignity to even congratulate him openly as he has always done. This notion that putting her on the ticket is the only way he could win is outrageous and very unfair. Why can't they just do what is right and give back to our community the way we have supported theirs. If she is on the ticket many won't vote for him b/c of her and Bill. And they can't blame him it will be b/c she is on the ticket.

He is no friend of Israel if he meets Iran's whoever without preconditions!

I am deeply saddened and puzzled at the recent actions of both Clintons. For more than 2 decades they have asked the African American community to support them in their political career. But they have said many hurtful things and acted very "Unpresidential" throughout. We have forgiven them for many things over the years, how much more can we forgive such open adverse behavior of the 1st African American Presumptive Nominee. Sen. Clinton and Former President Bill Clinton did not show the grace nor dignity to even congratulate him openly as he has always done. This notion that putting her on the ticket is the only way he could win is outrageous and very unfair. Why can't they just do what is right and give back to our community the way we have supported theirs. If she is on the ticket many won't vote for him b/c of her and Bill. And they can't blame him it will be b/c she is on the ticket.

Obama has a tough sell to the Jewish community. From experience I know that many of his supporters come from the far left side of the Democratic Party. To say they are not friends of Israel is an under statement. I have read their writings on political blogs such as Daily Kos. They are downright hostile to Israel's very existence. And to top it off, today he gets the endorsement of that movement's spokesperson, former president Jimmy Carter. As a Jewish voter, and one who cares about Israel, am I supposed to ignore Obama's most vocal constituency? Am I supposed to ignore his 20 year affiliation with a spiritual mentor who is no friend of the Jews? Am I supposed to ignore the backing of Jimmy Carter?

I may vote for Barack Obama, but my support for him, as an American Jew, is tepid, at best.

I have to wonder about the mentality of people who would deliberately spread these sorts of vicious, false e-mail rumors about Obama, as well as that of those who are gullible enough to believe them withut bothering to check the facts out for themselves. Until enough people start to repudiate them, Republican operatives will continue with this sort of smear campaign.

Sen. Obama, I hope you are a friend of Isreal. I'm not a Dem, but if you
become President, we will follow you to some extent. You can never to everything to everyone..You will fall some like every president

Careful he is a chameleon and will change colors depending on the situation.

Unbelievable that Obama, even, has to do this.
I used to think it was the politians who were the, "3 Stooges"; now I know it's the voters.

Obama you have come thus far being a great man of integrity and good judgement......you are by far not perfect, but i identify more with you than any other candidate.....and as for hillary being a vp....ABSOLUTLEY NOT!….she totally disrepected him last night by not even acknowledging him crossing the delegate goal line, nor did she mention the historic night of an african american reaching this goal…she clearly refuse to respect what he has done….that's evil and not what Obama represents…he doesn't need her on the tix and for the 18 million she defines as her "followers", when you pull the lever in november and vote against your values and concerns than your right to vote should be stripped. mccain also disrespected him last night. this was huge for Obama and the many he represent that american has changed, but yet both hillary and mccain chose to make it about them…how about he blew her out in montana, that's how the race ended…it didn't end with her win in south dakota as she put it…..i pray he doesn't fold under pressure…God has brought him thus far and God will carry him through.

I have been getting those e-mails for years now. It is unbelievable how people are pulled into these things and actually believe what is written. I would suggest, before sending off any e-mail about any one, they should engage their brains and check it out with factcheck.org or another nonpartisan web site.

P.S. If you are reading this my brother-in-law, take heed as this one’s for you.

If you are pro ISREAL you wouldent talk to Iran, anyone knows that...

HEAD ON!!! That is how real leaders deal with things. NOT the middle of the road PC round about wait till we see the polls method that this country has fallen into.

One thing that Obama does that makes people very uneasy. Actually it is very much a part of one of his cultures. Why waste words when the truth will do just fine?

This just strikes me as odd. Sen. Obama has been decrying lobbyists and says he doesn't take any money from lobbyists but then he runs, just like all other candidates and politicians, to this AIPAC conference.

GREAT, GREAT, GREAT SPEECH!!

This is WHY Sen. Obama is GOING to win in November!!

GOD BLESS PRESIDENT OBAMA AND GOD BLESS AMERICA!

This man is an amazing orator. He has a true gift for the spoken word. His speech was historical last night and here he is less than 12 hours later delivering another great one. Reminds me a lot of another great President....Ronald Reagan.

I love Obama!! No matter what people say he is a true American... I am a deep supporter. Don't get me wrong I like HRC but what Obama stands up for amazes me!! People need to stop being prejudice because it is making you ignorant! Saying that you are switching parties. Go. Because in the end you will be looking stupid if McCain gets in office. Blame yourself when you lose your car, job, house, and you children get sent to an endless war. Ignorance is not what the party needs to go be a republican. Only hurting yourself. Stop whinning because you did not get your way!!! Its not about you it is about America!! And this type of leadership is what we need especially after 8 years of the republic party!!

Obama 2008-2017!! I love it. Stop the drama and vote Obama!

Senator Obama is going to win this coming presidential election and this is going to be the best thing for the begining of this new century , for the next generations to come... the entire world wants to have piece and prosperity and no more stupid wars. He is a natural piece maker ! He is a uniter ! OBAMA2008-2016 !!!

When so called intellegent people beleive what they see on the internet, in rumor mongering sites, it scares me. Lets remember the "Scare mongering" the Republican party used in the 2000 and 2004 elections. I would ask that all voters ask themselves this question, "Do I have all the facts, or am I using only half truths and lies to direct me?" I for one do not listen to debasing inuendo, but to the truth, I don't beleive the media reports that aim to make rather than report the news. It is time for all of us to get the facts before condeming one or another, to learn that we have only one Planet to inhabit at this time, and we need to learn to co-habitate here. If you want justice work for peace. Justice for Isreal, for the peace loving people on this earth and yes even for those who feel, wheather or not justified, ignored and hurt by World opinion. Lets all try to follow the words of Allah, God, or whatever we call Him and Love one another.
God Bless the USA and the world. Give Sen Obama the just consideration he deserves and get off the rumors and inuendo.

why did he not leave the Christian church for 20 year's, he is a Muslim, you can not have it both way's, make up your mind which attack you want to use, one who chase's two rat's catches none

This is what I like about Barack. He faces challenges head-on instead of hiding and hoping they will go away...

I have been a yellow dog democrat all my life and in November I am going to have to vote for John McSame.

he will say anything to get elected, he even dumped his church when it caused problems, ps, put hillary as vp and he will never forget it, biggest mistake and he might as well not be president, what is he going to tell her(him), do not talk unless authorized by me. she will love that.

CONGRATULATIONS!!

YOU SAY YOU LISTEN TO THE PEOPLE, WELL I HOPE THAT YOU DO.

DO NOT HAVE HILLARY CLINTON ON YOUR TICKET AS VP. THEY ARE NOT A DYNASTY FAMILY, THEY HAVE JUST BEEN AROUND TOO LONG, OWE TOO MANY PEOPLE AND NO ONE KNOWS HOW TO GET RID OF THEM. IGNORE THEM, THEY WILL GO AWAY. THIS IS YOUR RACE, YOUR PRESIDENCY, PICK YOUR OWN PEOPLE.

WE ARE COUNTING ON YOU.

dont pick Hillary for a VP......one Clinton in office was enough..

A smart and decent man.

You are so right, BO. You are pretty scarey. Go away!!

If you have stayed in a Church for 20 years, you have been there to hear the pastor's sermons and you never made any comments for the sermons full of hatred, and now just because you want to win the presidency, you said you will resign from this church and you love this country, who can believe this??? Only the idiot.

Please remember, noone can win the nominee until the convention because either has no enough delegates, on the other hand, those superdelegates can change their mind any time before the convention.

God bless USA

Except that true friends of Israel don't sit down with Hamas or its financiers.

People who continue to believe and forward these emails that are blatantl lies are scumbags. These types of emails have been around ever since the internet age and have been continuouslly disproved, yet people still believe them and forward them on. Anybody who makes up lies like this are nothing other sewer rat scumbags. People who believe and spread these lies deserve a good kick where it hurts.

Being a "true friend of Israel" should no be a test for presidency of the United States. Israel is an independent country; its interests do not always align with the interests of the US. I want a president who is a "true friend of America", and no other country. Jewish Americans have to learn to put the interests of America ahead of Israel's; otherwise they will face the accusation of split allegience, which is precisely what happened in pre-war Germany. Shouting "never again" is not enough. One has to learn not to repeat mistakes.

I liked Senator Obama's line about the emails. Unfortunately, I know there are people that believe anything they read in an email, and they believe these outrageous rumors.

Now that his is "officially" the democratic nominee, he will have a chance to more directly confront these types of stereotypes and false propaganda. The more people hear from him and get to know him, hopefully the more they will see that he is not some spy put in place to take over the world – some people are crazy paranoid or, sadly, racist.

I hope we can all move past these issues and elect the man better for the job of President – Barack Obama.

where is all the fairness Americans brag about ?

This nonsense from Clinton camp has to end...sooner the better.

Hillary's "concession" was sadly lacking last night. She was far from the gracious loser.

I vote NO on Hillary for VP.

So wait...isn't AIPAC a LOBBY? Why are McCain and Obama, who claim to be free of special interest influence, pandering to the second-largest lobby in the US? Something stinks here, folks.

The difference between Obama's liberation slip and Clinton's Bosnia lie...

He said it once, mistaken as to the location liberated (he was still correct in his liberation claim, just not the proper location) ... and apologized for the misstatement.

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Clinton's LIE was a narrative story of the landing and the sniper fire evasion (designed to give her more credibility) and even had a catchy, made-up slogan about how if it was too dangerous for the president, you sent the first lady. The story was told on several occasions, not just once. She never apologized for lying or even for being caught in the lie.

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... and so, I find it sort of ridiculous that you would even mention the Auschwitz slip...

I am so glad we can use a combination of strict diplomacy and collaboration to stop this mess overseas! Good job Mr. President!

As An African-American teacher, I can truly look my children in the eyes and say they can be anything they want to be! No matter what color, nationlaity, or gender. My father, a product of the civil rights movement, cried last night.

He never thought he would live to see the day. I just want to the nation to take minute and revel in the history. We go straight to the negative.
Look how far our country has come. Barack could not have done this without the support of all nationalities! Blacks are a minority in this country.

Yes...when I said the pledge of alligence today at the start of school, I had a whole new perception about the nation. It taught me that not all "whites" are the same, and they showed me that the "color" issue is slowly diminishing.

My children (98% white school district) were elated, and told me to order new history books for next year.

I was disappointed in Hillary and her speech. If overshadowed an issue much bigger than her. HISTORY!!! If he picks her as VP or not does not matter, he get's my vote for turning the page, and changing my mind about race in America.

Democrats let's put this behind us and look at what he has acomplished, that what makes America , America, we can disagree on some things, let's keep it civil and enjoy this day!

Obama '08 but most importantly
History despite it's wrenching pain, can be overcome '08

Clinton as VP is the absolute last thing Obama needs. He needs to get rid of her and her goofy husband asap. Having her as VP will only weaken his presidency and make him look "inadequate." Don't fall for her fairy tale that she deserves something. She deserves nothing!

Not only a friend to Isreal, but I think he will open communication with the world. America will be great again. I am so proud of this country right now. It has taken way to long for this day to come. I am a 41 year old white woman republican voting for Obama. He is a strong leader, and to tell you the truth, he will make mistakes, but I believe non of them will be on purpose and he will take responsibility for them, no one is perfect. He will learn from them and move on. Thats what a real leader does. I just cant put into words how pleased I am with Democrats today, all except HRC (shes nuts). Lets go Change this country, I pledge to do whatever needs to be done, I love the thought of all of working together.

The only thing Obama needs to say to Clinton is, "See you later. Good luck in the senate."

Just what responsible leader needs to do. Our Jewish American Family and our Isreal cousins will always have our hearts and support. Thank you for addressing those unfounded rumors Senator .

Now that we have a presumptive Democratic nominee, it's good to hear and see him addressing our national security problems. We have to get this man in to the Oval office.

Vote Obama in November!

This is probably another republican scheme to use religion and patriotism to pursuade voters.
Unbelievable

Barack is so credible. Please narrow minded americans, wake and smell the world!!!

Well, the President in waiting...has to represent all the people including our Jewish Brothers and Sisters..! and he has let them know that without any reservation.

The policies of this administration have strengthened Iran, and made Isreal less safe...any policy makers or supporters of isreal should be aware of this fact, and any intelligent voter should be aware of the two candidates bios...meaning you should know that he is a christian and very authentic in regards to religion.

McCain has nothing to run with, so he and his supporters will try to say what ever they think will work. Sadly, it will work on many Americans.

So begins the dirty politics and smear tactics of the GOP campaign. I believe the US public is smarter this time around and won't fall for this kind of politics and Swiftboating. I guess that won't stop them from trying.

"They're filled with tall tales and dire warnings about a certain candidate for president. And all I want to say is — let me know if you see this guy named Barack Obama, because he sounds pretty scary."

At least he has a sense of humor about it.

Wow! If you listened to this speech, you know that Obama really understands the issues in the Middle East. He wouldn't mixup Sunni or Shia! We sooooo need this intelligent, progressive leader.

What plan does Obama have to catch Osama?

Gee, wonder where those emails originated from.....

No more Clintons. Let's forget about her and leave her in the dust where she belongs.
We don't need her racists followers and we don't need her drama.

And by the way... let's not forget that a great deal of Ms. Clinton's "popular vote" came from Republicans that cast a ballot her way in order to stack the deck against Sen. Obama BECAUSE THEY KNOW HE CAN BEAT THEM IN NOVEMBER. The numbers are not reflective of the truth people, remember that.

I think her arguement about representing a wider base than Sen. Obama is flawed and should be ignored.

She's a hater, she can't be trusted and she will bring Sen. Obama down for the pleasure of doing so. Enough.

The dems have cut their own throats backing Obama.

What a severe mistake.

Don’t you worry – You have 5 months to convince those with open minds. Those with their minds closed and dense, lets not waste our time with them.

This is funny.

Congats to Sen Obama on his delegate win.

Anyone notice how, during his speach, he completely dismissed veterans of the Korean, Vietnam and Gulf Wars? Coward.

Vote McCain or Join the Insane

This is the second coming of Jimmy (Friend of Hamas) Cater