Solidarity is no communism and social justice is not sozialism. Some Reps even don´t understand the basics.

Let's see if Obama will not choose Hillary for VP.

Most of the 18 million votes will got to Mccain or not vote at all !

Obamites, you need us (Hillary Supporters) to win the Presidency,
whether you like it or not. Thus, BE GOOD TO US !!!
He…he…he…he… he

Not sure if I would vote for Obama even if he selected Hillary as his VP. As a woman, it is hard to swallow a man taking the credit for a woman's ideas and solutions. Per the media, Hillary and Barack have the same ideas; however, they were all originally Hillary's.

There is more than just race in this election, but sexism. I am so disenchanted with the democratic process and I do not see a light at the end of either McCain or Obama's tunnel…what is the point of being a part of the process when outside forces make the ultimate decision.

From Pittsburgh,

I am glad Obama have spoken regarding the VP position and let it be heard to everyone that he will be taking this process of seleting a VP very carefully.

This will be his final counselor when he making decisions in the White House, and he want to make sure he get it right," Obama said.

So I hope from here on, everyboby back off and give Obama his space. As some of you have allowed Hilliary her space.

too many dumb opinions i see

No to reactionaries and triangulators! No VP for Billary!

This is a very brillant man. It will be obvious to all Americans and the world that Obama possess the character, judgement and common sense to lead America in the right direction.

This is a great time to be an American. And, once Obama is elected things are only going to get better. I am soo happy for little black boys in our country. Obama can always be used as an example of what they can become.

You go Obama, Mr. President!

That's sound judgment. Her counsel has been her own worse enemy. He has gone against the status quo and been successful and the real fight is on Now. Clinton is responsible for the rift in the party now trying to use her supporters to achieve her last grasp for power..
She has not shown the capacity to lead in a new direction and we're heading there with Obama

Yeah, everyone needs to settle down. Barry Bam Bam needs time to figure out what he's doing. It's not like he's got years of experience with national campaigns… just back off and give him the time he needs for some on-the-job training.

McCAIN '08
A moderate Republican who is qualified for the office.

Let's see, does he want to compliment or diversify his socialist/fascist programs?
Sadly, he and Michelle are two peas in a pod. I only hope that people stop listening to the rhetoric from Barack Obama and his wife, and hear what they are truly saying.
I've said it before, and I'll say it again, Barack is a smoothy, but if you really take a look at him, he makes Al Sharpton look like a White Supremicist.

Can we watch the good woman be publicly screwed again?

I love the new politician of unity and hope.

More hate. More sexism. More unfairness. More inequity.

We are the NEW democrats

Sure! Let her apply for VP – get those Clinton financial records opened up! It just isn't going to happen. Clintons guard their secrets and their skeletons …. could never make it through the vetting process.

This is all mirrors and monkey dust — to keep them feeling "relevant" and in the news. "Deranged narcissism" – always all about the Clintons — self-serving megalomania disguised as public service.

Obama is a bigger man than me … more forgiving, more gracious. That's why HE will be president – finally a man we can look up to, emulate, and want to be like. Same goes for his beautiful family. Role models in the White House — amazing.

I don't understand the logic of some of you people…MI and FL broke the rules…they are lucky to even get what little they got to rep at the convention. The rules were set and signed by Obama AND Hillary. But it's Obama's and Dean's fault that Hillary didn't honestly win? get the funk outta here…

They said, he was not going to win, but he won anyway. They said he was not going to rise money, he got some anyway. They said he was not black or white enough, but Americans did n;t care anyway. Congrats Americans. This world could never be more excited!.

I love how Hillary and her supporters spouted 'let the process run it's course, what's the rush?' for the past 3 months, but 2 days into this they're already threatening petitions to get her onto his ticket.

Picking a VP should be based on who is best to lead with Obama, not who's going to get him votes.

Yeah, everyone needs to settle down. Barry Bam Bam needs time to figure out what he's doing. It's not like he's got years of experience with national campaigns… just back off and give him the time he needs for some on-the-job training.

Former CLINTON SUPPORTER turned McCAIN DEMOCRAT.

McCAIN '08
A moderate Republican who is qualified for the office.

Man, this guy is good! He's so level-headed, so even keeled.

I can't wait for him to trounce McCain when all the level-headed, even-keeled voters of this country recognize his judgment, wisdom, intellect, skill, and energy, and then get behind him.

No more NeoCon corrupt corporate stranglehold on America and the world!

THE FAT OPRAH SHE WILL BRING DANCING BACK TO THE WHITE HOUSE!

I totally think that Hillary would be the best VP candidate he can pick. H'ell have ALL the hillary supporters and his own on both the Demo and the Republican side behind him. I think it would be a landslide victory against McCane!!

I do commend him for not making hasty decisions and thinking it thruogh though. Let's hope he makes the right choice.

To Oh I see…..

Read the entire section of the chapter where you took that one sentence from, it makes total sense and he is not scary. You can't take one sentence and accurately understand what he is talking about. It's doing things like this that indicate how close minded people are to things they don't take time to understand or learn for themselves…….

As a lifelong Democrat, who has contributed nearly $1200 to Hillary Clinton's campaign, I just sent my first (of many more to come) contribution to John McCain,

Obama's "audacity" is finally sinking in. From book, Audacity of Hope: "I will stand with the Muslims should the political winds shift in an ugly direction."

NO more of this truly, truly scary person!

Barry should pick Mark Warner, former Governor of Virginia and current Senate candidate.

He must pick someone much more moderate than he is; picking a liberal will certainly be poison to his chances in November. Warner brings that moderation as he is esteemed by Republicans and Democrats alike in Virginia.

Choosing Warner may leave that Senate seat in the hands of the GOP, but it will give the Democrat Party what they truly desire: control of the White House.

I guess this sums it up. America is officially retarded. I am glad I live in Canada. At least I get to go see a doctor when I am out of work. I think I have met 20 people this year fleeing the US to try to find a new and better life.

Obama has backed himself into a political corner this time…if he puts Hill on the ticket then he is A BIG FAT LIAR who decieved us all about changing the face of politics in America. That would make him just as politically motivated as any other lying and slimy politician out there saying and doing whatever just to win. What happened to "A Change We Can Believe in? " You can believe all you want, just don't expect it to happen…..
And if he doesn't put her on the ticket then he's a politician who's out for himself and NOT looking to pull together this party to win in November. Again, a lying and slimy politician out for himself!
Check his stance on the issues at Votesmart.org- he's NOT who you think he is…or maybe all you 'dreamers' know exactly who he is……….

The last time I checked, Obama has 123 more PLEDGED delegates. Who cares about superdelegates – they didn't override the PEOPLE's vote. All these whinners need to look at the FACTS.

For the rest of the excuses:
> If you really were a Hillary supporter, you would never vote for McCain
> It is not CHANGE if he puts a Clinton back in the White House
> Anyone advocating Write-In's must know they're just helping McCain, and are quite probably McCain supporters anyway
> For the "never vote for this black man" – put your white hood back on and get back in bed with your sister already

obama should choose Clinton as VP she will do a great job to win the white house. democrats 08

Al Gore June 5th, 2008 3:49 pm ET

Darn right, all these Hillary crazies need to pipe down…you're not gonna be VP, not after the campgain you just ran. And why the heck is she waiting until Saturday? The votes are in, YOU LOST – she should have dropped out Tuesday night. Awful
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If you are going by the votes and not by the delegates that Obama bought through Howard Dean….Hillary won and Hillary will still defeat Obama in November….via her supporters and McCain!!

Obama Supporter:

One more thing, it's realize not 'realise'. I'm pretty sure I was able to spell it correctly in 5th grade.

If Clinton is on the ticket I will vote McCain!

"Obama STINKS" you are vile and pathetic.

CNN how DARE you post this hate speech!

I'll never EVER will vote for Lier Obama Hussein! My vote is locked to McCain!

Clinton lovers,

Voting for McCain is stupid. Sure, polls suggest you're poorer, less educated, etc., but can you please think for a second?

Thanks.

At least one Republican (me) will be voting for Obama this November. I like this guy and think he's just what this country needs right now. But none of us will if he chooses Hillary as his veep. Put her on the ticket and you have no idea how it will energize Republicans for McCain.

Clinton's campaign is still going on. The goal now is to be VP and evenetually President. McCain has gone 4 months now without a VP but Obama should get one immediately? I don't think so. I agree with Carter that Clinton as VP would be the worst mistake he could make.
Clinton is obviuosly out of control. Clinton as VP would mean an Obama headace for 4 years

If Mr. Obama wants a chance to win the White House, I'd suggest he make the right choice and choose his equal, Sen. Clinton. Otherwise, he can attempt to win without her supporters. Good luck

Are you serious
I am a democrat
I am for party unity and getting our country back on track
some of the so called hilary supporters really need to step back and
read what they write.
this was a competition your candidate lost.
its time for us all to get behind the presumptive nominee unite our party and put this country back on track, unless your into paying
4 plus dollars at the pump and teaching the next generation about
bad sportmanship. I am ashamed of all the back and forth bickering.
We need to heal the country not help MCSAME continue The BUSH
Administration collision course on destroying everything that makes
THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA the best country to be a citizen
of.

OBAMA/08

oh people won't be staying at home. They will be voting for John McCain in droves as will I. Even if obama puts hillary on the ticket many of us could not vote for him. He would still be the president , not if my vote can help it. obama supporters better realize they have republicans to thank for him getting the nomination. They knew early on who their nominee was and went out and voted for obama in the primaries. Why do that you ask? So that they did not have to face Clinton in the GE, without all those votes he got in the primaries he cannot win. They expected obama to be easier to beat and he will be .
So enjoy it while it lasts you'll be screaming foul play when he loses in November and Mccain wins.

wah wah wah…we won't get in line…we will vote McSame. wah wah wah.

Can you guys just change up the dribble a bit to make it interesting. Like said…Hillary has worked very hard for all americans (not just the 18million that voted for her). Honor her commitment! At least see if you can at least not make her job any harder by electing McSame. In other words if you are so much against Barack…hold ur nose….walk in the booth….find his name….and vote for him. You'll feel a whole lot better afterwards…I guarantee it. Certainly your children will benefit for such a selfless sacrafice of your one vote. Healing of this country starts with you!

Just as a note, all of you still wanting to vote for McCain need to understand something. McCain if elected will attempt to throw Russia and China out of the G8, now while some of you may think that is cool, it is not, we are alienating two of the largest and most powerful counties in the world. I have said it before, all of you who are all wrapped up in your hurt feelings and anger had better take a step back and start looking at the issues. This is not some grade school game, McCain is talking about something that could be very detrimental to the interest of the United States, this is tantamount to starting another cold war.
This is not fear mongering, this is fact and it is undisputed, I strongly suggest some of you get over your little hurt feelings and start looking at the issues.

Obama Supporter June 5th, 2008 3:34 pm ET

Clinton supporters are showing there 5th grade education by saying they will vote for Mccain over Obama. You guys realise that Clinton and Obama agree on 95% of things while Mccain and Clinton are only 5%?

Did I type to much for you Clinton supporters to understand? Graduating the 5th grade would help
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Exactly the type of crap that has divided the Demcrats. You expect us to support you when you insult us constantly? This is the exact reason I left the party.

EDUCATED PROFESSIONAL, 33 y/o White MALE

Obama will never offer the Vp spot to hillary. he didn't spend all this time discrediting her and play innocent. He is the most corrupt man and he has communist ties are you not afraid? well you should be he never went out of his way to be involved all these years with communists and an anti -american anti-white church for nothing this is what he truly believes in and you feel for his sweet talk. your eyes and ears were blinded but they will be quickly opened and you are stuck with him.By the way his good friend rezko was found guilty of lots of corruption charges and now are looking at all the other people oh yeh they were obama supporters good luck with it all.

jorge lopez . . .my skin is green and my hair is blue . . .does that mean you wouldn't vote for me either? You seem to be awfully hung up on the color BLACK!

Obama will put a woman on the ticket, just not THAT woman. We need a woman of color to make the ticket complete. Cynthia McKinney and Sheila Jackson Lee can help Obama pick up some Red states. They reflect Obama's values and will help recapture the women's vote.

quite simple really, to about 72% of the people I know – vote Clinton/Obama…. or vote McCain. Easy enough.

I GOT NEWS FOR EVERYONE!!!!! OBAMA IS THE WEAKER CANDIDATE!!!!!!!!!!!! IDIOTS ALL OF YOU!

I think Obama should send a clear message that he will not take Hillary as his VP, and put everyone out of their misery.

Obama's camp should reign in Lanny Davis. He is BAD for the Democratic Party. He should be banished from the political scene. One of the things that motivated me towards Obama was Lanny Davis. He gives lawyers a bad name. He gives intelligent human beings a bad name. SHUT HIM UP.

It is the nominee's choice of who becomes his VP. Something, though occured to me just now while reading an article that Bill Clinton updated his Facebook to show he is "not married" but "its complicated. " I hope he isn't seperating from her for the world to see, so he won't be part of her life if she is VP. You know, making it easier for Her to be vetted without His personal life being vetted. Who knows, but don't trust a Clinton!

obama, what would you do if you didn't have sooooo many white men aroud you feeding you answers. God, there are alot of gullible and stupid people in this country.
What a zoo we'll have in that white house if you win (by cheating).
Hillary can do what she wants but I'll never vote for the likes of you.

Good for Obama.

People, don't let the people on the blogs who say they will vote for McCain if HRC isn't VP fool you. They're republicans stirring up trouble. And for democrats in doubt, they'll vote for Obama when it comes time to pull the lever. I for one will vote for Obama whether HRC is VP or not.

Please note, for those of your who think we Hillary supporters are voting for McCain because Hillary Clinton lost the primary, you are sadly misinformed.

We are voting for McCain because we know our vote will count for the person who was ELECTED by his party.

Hillary Clinton did not lose the primary. Hillary Clinton has served the democratic party loyally for years, and this year the DNC decided to use her as a foil for Obama. This year, the nomination was obviously decided by the DNC, the powers that be and the MSM long before the voting started. The wheels were put into motion.

Not all of the Hillary Clinton supporters are uneducated, low-income, blue-collar, rural, racist voters. As a matter of fact, I don't think any of her supporters fall under those definitions.

We are simply Americans. People who chose their candidates for a myriad of reasons….some not as noble as others…but that can be said for all citizens.

We were under the illusion that the democratic party stood for democracy…majority rules, every vote counts, blah, blah, blah.

"Brian Knoxville, TN

Democrats Unite:
VOTE McCAIN '08″

This is one of the most asinine statements I've ever seen from someone purporting to be a democrat.

RRO…I think I love you

Unity is what we need now. Let's not be selfish because our candidate lost, nor should we be cocky because our candidate won. Let's now focus on November and putting a Democrat in the White House.

Understand, this was a very close race. Either candidate had the potential to be the victor. But Obama won – fair and square. We must unite now! Let's stop all this bickering and come together!

give the man a break he needs time to make a sound decision

I agree 100%! Clinton's supporters are trying to force Obama to pick her as a running mate. Many of them are even saying they will not vote for him if she isn't on his ticket. This is absolutely outrageous! Her supporters really don't care about this country if they are willing to throw the next four years away on something like this. Obama CAN win without Clinton! I think it would be a huge mistake for him to give her the VP role.

I can not belive the comments on here .As a Canadian looking from the outside you are living in the days of 200 years ago .Because the man is black you wont vote for him. You should keep those racist remarks to your self.

Obama Supporter…but Clinton isn't a racist…like Obama and his wife Godzilla are!!!!!!!!!!!!

When Clinton was loosing she saw no problem on letting the superdelegates go against the will of the voters, now that they went for Obama it is a bad thing. When she thought she was a shoe-in for the nomination she saw no problem stripping Florida and Michigan of their delegates for breaking the rules, now she is fighting for them to be counted. Now she thinks super delegates should follow the popular vote. When super delegates changed their mind and went for Obama they were "Judas", no it is ok if they change from Obama to her. Now this is what living in wonderland is all about. Do not want to vote for Obama? Then vote for McCain, you are the ones that will have to live with that not me.

To all of our "Democrat" friends who have been constantly reminding us on an hourly basis that they are ANGRY and LEAVING THE PARTY and DONATING TO MCCAIN and NOT VOTING. We get it, we hear you and we wish you well. One request-instead of continuing to bash the Democratic nominee, can you collectively re-direct your energy to your new candidate? We know we can't win you over or change your mind. Why not use those fantastic writing writing skills to help your new candidate on their respective websites so that we don't have to read your ramblings here.

Independent in Iowa. Yeah maybe if Bush/McCain had consulted with counselor the 4000+ american soldiers would still be alive and the hundreds of maimed would still have legs and arms and skin on their bodies. You don't have to vote for him. Shut up and vote for McCain. Its people like you that keep the nasty blogging going on and the Hillary supporters whining when we say something back.

HIllary Clinton has make a public statement that she is not interested in the position of Vice President. I think Barack Obama is correct, slow down folks and give it a rest …is basically his position.

Im so sick of people writing rude and cruel remarks about Hillary. Its doubtful I will vote at all in November.

Even Obama knows that Hillary is needed to win, to much more skelatons in Obama's closet.
The Obama supporters are suppose to be smart, well lets see Obama do this without her..not a chance.
I have done everything I could to support Hillary but now I am done with it and I can not support Obama or McCain so what is left is to stay home or wright her name.

Way to tell them Senator Obama. McCain has been the Repub. nominee for months and nobody is yelling for him to pick his VP today. Look them all over and choose the one who will help to run this country right . Take your time and stop listening to everyone but what is in your heart and mind. That's how you got the nomination to begin with and that's what people are counting on you to do from now on.

Hillarites need to push her as Barack's VP for reason that if BARACK
gets IMPEACHED, Hillary will become the NEXT PRESIDENT of the USA

Obama does not need Hillary to win the election but i do think it would help all of the Hillary supporters to vote for Obama. I don't understand why a Hillary supporter would vote for MCShame when he stood for the exact opposite of what Hillary did. That seems like they are just angry that their candidate lost.

Won't matter; he is not going to be President!

Senator Obama, the Democratic nominee for President, will choose his own running mate. Hillary is attempting blackmail thinking she can hold the votes she received hostage as bargaining chips.

Thank you Senator Obama for not being rushed into making any decisions. This bodes well for our country's future. I just made my first contribution to the Obama Campaign!

Congratulations! Senator Obama!

"Robert NYC & Miami June 5th, 2008 3:34 pm ET
NO! DO NOT PUT HILLARY ON THE TICKET.
OBAMA SHOULD SINK BY HIMSELF."
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Here's a thought: What if he doesn't sink? What if he becomes President?

I bet you'd be really pi$$ed then!

While I would strongly support a Obama / Clinton ticket because both bring great skills that the country needs. I do see Bill as a positive when you look at the good things he has done since his presidancy. I also think he would bring a lot to the table for making America a great county in the worlds eyes. My view is with that ticket you get 3 leaders with great skills. With a diferent VP then I would question Obama judgement in light of the 20 years it took to break with his church. I am a very strong Christian and my faith will pay a large part in this election. I did not support either side in this election but I am one of the voters he will need to win this election. I have been voting for president since 1970.

Well do what you want B.O. its your poragative.. Your the man for now, but enjoy will it lasts, everyone will see you are part of the establishment, and someone 4 years from now will also run on a platform a change like you did. Obama is just beginging to throw his weight around(but we all know he is so skinney he is really a lite weight).

Amen. I trust your judgement Senator Obama and I know that one of your rules is no drama! No Drama, Vote Obama. I am sure that you will pick a VP candidate that resonates with your platform of change (in my humble opinion, I don't think Senator Clinton is right for this ticket).

I am surprised Clinton supporters are saying Obama needs her to win in November. Well he didn't need her to win the nomination, neither did McCain need Hukabee or Romney to win the nomination. The reality is no one is indispensable and without the clintons, Obama can win as he has just demonstrated. This brings to mind Richardson's comments that Clintons supporters seems to have this feeling they have a right to teh throne! She lost the nomination, now they are clinging she must be teh VP. Are there no other better VP candidates within the Democratic party? Can someone please give the man a break and allow him to choose his VP on his own. he has earned it with the nomination and people should give him the space and the respect to make his decision. If Clinton had won the nomination, no one will be saying today that she needs Obama to win the election. This election is not about the Clintons, it is about what is good for America, about the future and the present. Hillary represents status quo, the same old divisive politics, and smearing and kitchen sink throwing. Obama represents th future and a new beginning for America. he has started by making the DNC not to collect lobbyist money. He will keep making sweeping changes after becoming president. People are always afraid of change and but you will agree America desperately needs a change.

Many of the Clintonistas on this blog are closet, right wing loonies that will do anything it takes to deny Barack Obama and the country the significant change that is so desperately needed.

It's so sad that many so-called democrats are small-minded and ignorant enough to elect a clown like John McCain to run this country. Where are we heading?

Just like the Party pushed Hillary out, why dont' the push him to amke a VP decision???? Are they afraid to be called racist!!!!

I don't understand why some HC supporters say that they were counted out because of super delegates.

Obama had a larger PLEDGED DELEGATE number than HC through out most of the primary, she did not get "screwed" by the super delegates.

If you supported Hillary during the primary season, why will you leave the party she represents? Remember, she said she was going to support whomever the nominee is.

HOW DO WE ALL BECOME SUPERDELEGATES? THERES 18 MILLION PEOPLE PUTTING IN APPLICATIONS. WHERE DO WE GO?

I wish you guys would stop trying to convince these people (Clinton supporters). If they want to vote McCain then, DO IT, for christ sake.

It's not the first and it wont be the last time a Democrat has lost the bid for the white house…my goodnesssssssssssss!

If it is Obama's destiny to win he will!

Survey USA polling today shows Obama doing very well with Edwards as his VP.

There's no rush to decide. It often isn't announced until the convention.

I think Hillary burnt too many bridges including not being ready on Day One to concede.

Clinton supporters never seemed to grasp an important statistic:

47% of Americans say they will NEVER vote for Hillary.

So why would Obama do that to himself. It would be political suicide.

Of course, that may be why Hillary wants it. She knows that if Obama picks her, it will sabotage his chances of winning…and that opens the door for her to run in 2012.

But here's the million dollar question: What makes Clinton (and her overzealous followers) think that America's going to change their minds about her in four years?

Her shot at the presidency or the VP is done. Too much of America hates her. Better for her to focus on the Senate or a cabinet position.

Well let get to the point, and that is that this VP issue and HRC group of people that she say is here base. Well let go there. The ones she said is uneducated ones. Now if they open there eyes and stop listen to Foxnews they can see that one policy both of them are pretty much on the same level. Now let get to the next one and that is the group that say they will never vote for a black man. Well hey that your choice and we "The Real Americans" can respect that. The only way that group will change is within themself, but now you'll can't cry uncle later about anything. Ok the women vote, well ladies the one main issue you need to take to heart and that is the Supreme Court. If you don't care for the issue of womens why was you'll backing HRC for. Get over the BS and move on.

THE CLinton's Will not be on the ticket . They BOTH HAVE TO MUCH BAGGAGE . BILL Will not RELEASE The Presidential Library Files . THINK ABOUT WHAT WILL COME OUT OF THOSE FILES. NO CLINTON'S

During the campaign you could hear it very often. Hillary´s strength is the healthcare. He wants to be sourrounded by the best people for the issues. So healthcare is where she will make history.

Lets go Dem's… All you MCsame people kick rocks!! This doesn't concern you. Why don't you read up on who your voting for and see what he is really about.lol. Idiots I swear!! No more republicans!!

Democrats all the way!!Let Obama choose who HE WANTS!! Get off of his back and stop hatting on him!!

Excuse me, "settle down". That is the most patronizing and gender biased remark that Obama could possibly have made to the millions of women who supported Hillary. What does he think: we are children, and he is the big Father figure telling us to sit down and be quiet.
Obama, you are not in control of us. We will not be quiet. We will not settle down. Put Hillary on the ticket, or we will NOT SUPPORT YOU.

Now everyone is saying what's "good for the country". Hillary wasn't worrying about what's good for the country when she silently dissed Obama on an Historic night when he won the nomination. It's time for Obama to start acting like he's in charge and not Hillary. Now McCain trying to tell him what to do about those town hall meetings. Like Obama is just a "boy". H-ll, Obama is the Dem nominee, he doesn't have to take any orders from McCain nor the GOP. Please Obama don't listen to the media, they will have you changing faces everyday like they had Kerry doing in '04. And when he lost, thay said he changed his position too much. Say what you mean, and mean what you say. The people are looking for a President that have them at heart, but doesn't take any sh-t either. Be a man, Hillary as VP, NO

If choosing a VP is such an urgent issue to decide, Can anyone explain why the same urgency isn't being focused on McSame to chose his VP?

Picking Hillary will make it seems as if you truly are the weaker candidate and validate her despicable run. I have faith that Obama will not pick her for a long long list of reasons. Voters, in the end, will vote for him because Hillary will tell them too and they are too dumb to think otherwise. Yes, I have upset people, but the truth is upsetting and the only explanation for people to think Obama stole the nomination when many of the problems came out of the Hillary camp.

Hillary and Bill should be grooming chelsea

Darn right, all these Hillary crazies need to pipe down…you're not gonna be VP, not after the campgain you just ran. And why the heck is she waiting until Saturday? The votes are in, YOU LOST – she should have dropped out Tuesday night. Awful

This man is a great leader! He is going to be an even greater President than Bill Clinton! thats a fact!

HEY, CNN! Let's add Sen. Mary Landrieu to the gallery of potential VP candidates! She fits the bill better than half the folks listed, and the only reason she isn't on it is because no one has thought of her yet. (It's all just speculation now anyway.)

If Bobby Jindal can be considered as McCain's VP, why not Landrieu for Obama?

(Yeah, yeah, Jindal has actually met with McCain, but again, it's all just speculation now anyway.)

A vote for McCain is a vote for violence and death for the next 8 years!

A vote for McCain is a vote for the rich getting richer and the poor getting poorer.

A vote for McCain is a vote for adultery and perscription pill addiction and other values that don't represent American values!

A vote for McCain is a vote for someone who doesn't know which groups of Muslims are in Iraq and Iran and claims to be the foreign policy guy!

A vote for McCain is a vote for 10dollars a gallon at the pump and tax slashing for the wealthy

A vote for McCain is a vote for irresposible Republican spending that has left the nation in record shattering debt!

hey did any one realize that when u run the name Obama through spell check it asks if you realy mean Osama…lol i got a kick out of that.. ithink it is a sign…

Clinton democrats for McCain !! (unless Hillary is on the ticket)

Lets go Dem's… All you MCsame people kick rocks!! This doesn't concern you. Why don't you read up on who your voting for and see what he is really about.lol. Idiots I swear!! No more republicans!!

Democrats all the way!!Let Obama choose who HE WANTS!! Get off of his back and stop hattin on him!!

The Vice-President is subordinate to the President. Hillary doesn't know what "subordinate" means. The Nation has elected him the Democratic Nominee. I can't understand the Clinton supportes that would sell out thier party and Nation out of spite and occult racism. It's shameful.

Obama is a thoughtful person.

We still want to talk about Hillary.

I'm afraid some people don't understand the dynamics of the Hillary supporters.

AS A VOTER WHO IS BACKED BY MILLIONS, BARACK BETTER KNOW THAT WE DEMAND HER ON THE TICKET BECAUSE AS I AND MILLIONS OF OTHERS WILL MAKE SURE NO ONE WINS . JUST MCAIN!! PUT HER ON THE TICKET OR START WRITING YOUR OWN CONCESSION SPEECH OBAMA. WE GOT MORE STRENGTH THAN THE OBAMA SUPPORTERS AND IF WE BACKED MCAIN HE WOULD WIN GUARANTEED. DONT THINK THAT I CARE ABOUT THE PARTY CAUSE I DONT!!! PERIOD. YOU SEE HILLARY CANT DEMAND THAT SHE BE ON THE TICKET, BUT WE CAN !!!!THE VOTERS!!! HER VOTERS !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! + REPUBLICAN VOTERS= mcain PRESIDENT AND NOT obama, THINK LONG AND HARD DID YOU WASTE YOUR TIME RUNNING FOR SOMETHING YOU CANT WIN WITHOUT US AND BY NOT INCLUDING HILLARY ON THE TICKET, I CAN BET YOU YOU DID. ITS NOT A THREAT BUT A PROMISE, IF SHES NOT ON THE TICKET YOU WILL LOSE WITH WHOEVER IS ON YOUR TICKET. TELL THE PUNDITS THAT THE HILLARY SUPPORTERS ARE UNITED!!!!!!

I agree. The Press loves to keep its ratings up so they will fan any fire. But Obama is right to complete the vetting process and make a wise choice.
Walter Mondale did not vett Geraldine Ferraro's husband and she proved to be a constant distraction to the campaign. They lost 49 of 50 States. People who are pushing Obama to pick Clinton now are asking him to risk the Democratic Party's chances for success by waiving his right to vett her and Bill Clinton. That is not fair to him and it's not fair to Americans who are desperate for better government.

Dear Barack!Congratulations on your great victory,I'm sure you will be our President in November!
You're making history,you have already opened so many doors not only for african-americans but for all minorities in this great country,country of opportunity.You will be a model for my 5 years old daughter who already reads on two languages and is very good in math.
"Educate yourself,be honest,be smart,serve this country and everything will be possible for you,look at our Presidents example"-that will be my words for my daughter when she grow up litlle bit.
And Hillary(despite all negatives)helped to destroy some barriers too.
If Hillary will help you to win in November without asking for something in exchange(like VP spot) she still can be a good model too.
Please ,don't rush with this very important desicion.List is pretyy long:
Webb,Sibelius,Edwards,Wesly Clark,McCaskill and so on.

Go Obama!

If this guy is elected it doesn't matter who he has as his running mate. He is much too pliable and will be molded by the unions and special interests, i.e.Moveon.org, along with the senior members of his own party.

Obama doesn't have the strength to handle the job and will be a disaster, ala Jimmy Carter, which will keep the Dems out of the white house for another 16 years or so.

The guy can't make a decision. That's why he changed his story fifteen times on his church. That's why he now wears a flag pin on his lapel. Remember when he said he doesn't need to wear one to show his patriotism?

Wimpy wimpy wimpy. Unfortunately the Obambies swallow his rap hook, line, and sinker.

Oh yes, Change we can believe in, just like he changed the Chairman of the DNC (Howard Dean)… Please give me a break, what a change agent!

Obama NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

jorge lopez,
not only are you a racist but you're an idiot threatening to not vote for him for whatever moronic reasons as though your ONE vote matters…if you dont like him don't vote for him. this is america and you have that right but your regressive thinking is polluting this wall.

This country needs a president like Obama. It is refreshing to see a politician that does not speak to the American people like they are children.

Anyone but Hillary and Bill

Obama needs to settle down and realize that he is already behind in this race. He is in a dead heat with McCain.

The Democratic candidate should be miles ahead in a year like this, with a poor economy and unpopular incumbent.

As for vetting, let's hope Obama is the one who continues to be vetted. More and more info will come out. His poor judgment will be a major talking point.

Such restraint and poise — I am in deep admiration.

I have faith that my fellow voters will cease the irony of using false rhetoric to claim that Obama is a "lying talker with no plan" and will begin to read the truth for themselves.

Even today he showed himself to be a man of action.

Please, whomever you support, be sure that what you believe is the truth before you vote on that and especially before you spread it to others.

Unity '08

Donna, you and those of your ilk had no problem with superdelegates when Clinton looked to be winning the nomination. I remember Clinton advocating the power of superdelegates not too long ago when her lead was slipping away.
Generally speaking, I agree with your position on superdelegates. My opinion, however, was not crafted opportunistically to suit a particular agenda as was yours. I doubt very much that you would be taking any issue with superdelegates if Clinton had won the nomination.
How democratic would the process be if the party caved to every armchair officiant that cried, "Foul?"

Obama is absolutely right this process for No. 2 do need careful consideration. Obama supporters will support whom ever he select.

CNN stop reporting on the VEEP stakes. What about Bush sending 4100 troops to there death. Do some real reporting.

Obama is so right and he has earned the privilege of choosing his own VP, without inappropriate bullying from the Clinton camp.
Both Clintons have brought so much negativity to this campaign they would be a liability on the ticket. Their way of doing business is old and stale. Besides, we only need one President in the White House.

BO already thinks he is the supreme ruler of this country and he hasn't even been elected. Please Americans, stop using your own brains; HE will provide for you what is best for you don't you know? If you have an opinion, keep it to yourself and don't bother him with it, you dummies!

"loser Obama June 5th, 2008 3:30 pm ET
He is so cocky he thinks he can win after his campaign of hate and destroy the competitor got him installed as nominee"
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There's an old proverb: "Never argue with a fool, because people will not know which one is the fool."

So I will not argue with you.

Hello! Hillary deserves to be the President and NOT the VP…
Obama is going home with Michelle and Roland Martin and Jamar from that CNN!

Good Lord, the idiotic comments you can read on those blogs.

First, for all voters saying they will vote for Mccain because they felt Obama's supporters did not respect Hillary, come on, ponder a little bit about what you are writing, your reasons for voting, and come back when you'll be a grown up.

Second, I would like the people at CNN, who are so quick to block comments, to start using their judgement. Can you block all the comments having clear racist overtones. Seems to me that's the reason why you are working.

Finally, how can someone in their right mind still argue on Obama's lack of experience. Coming from nowhere, fighting agains a amazing political machine, he put together a incredible campaign and wan by a small margin, but fair and square. That accomplishment is the biggest sign this guy, in his ability to bring the best people to work for him, is best suitable to become a president. I think Mccain is up to 7 close members of his team, the last 2 weeks, getting fired or having to drop their lobbying jobs. Everybody knows it so try to get in the Obama's spirit, which is stop lying all the time to get your point across. If you can not make it on true arguments, then shut up.

All of you "former democrats" are idiots.
So we get this straight—you were NEVER A DEMOCRAT to begin with, so don't disrespect the rest of us that are TRUE DEMOCRATS. Sounds to me like you are supporting Clinton because she is a WOMAN and NOT for what she stands for and what issues we face as Americans. If you were a democrat you would see that voting for McCain is goint AGAINST EVERYTHING A TRUE DEMOCRAT STANDS FOR.
*If you truly support Clinton you would stop being so stubborn and listen to her when she says "it would be a terrible mistake to vote for McCain"… even she is going to support Obama.

Get over it.

Obama will be president.

I don't want a reactionary in the White House… Obama should take his time and contemplate the pros and cons of each VP candidate.

Lanny Davis and his fanatics need to back-off. Calm down…Obama won fair and square…it is his perogative to choose whom he wants, when his wants and for his own reasons.

"The biracial Obama didn't win – he was pushed over the finish line by super delegates in an infantile expression of instant gratification."

Which is the only way Hillary could have won, and by a larger margin since Obama was winning ALL measures of the vote.

You can't have it both ways.

What is wrong with some of ya'll?

"This whole process is undemocratic. How come a person called a "Super Delegate" gets to over-ride an average citizen's vote? I don't understand a party that claims to be a defender of the average citizen and doesn't even let the average citizen make the decision. This super delegate thing is just an insiders method to putting who is politically expediant into positions of power. It is a sad, sad day when we turn away an intelligent, hard working, majority winning woman in favor of the latest and greatest PC choice. Shame on you Democrats."

This statement is wrong in so many ways.
1. Obama had more votes than Clinton prior to superdelegates coming into play. Even the most contortioned count only had her up by a slim margin.
2. There is no constitutional provision for how a party selects their nominee. Heck, if the DNC wanted to hand select the candidate they could, and you couldn't do a thing about it. One person/one vote isn't guaranteed in a primary election.
3. Hillary agreed to all these rules back in October 2007 when she signed a document saying she'd abide by the DNC's decision on Michigan and Florida.

I hope he will not ask Hillary for VP. If so I wish she will say NOOOOO. Obama will not win the general election and she will have a chance on 2012. Nomination was stolen by DNC rules and as results we will vote McCain no matter what

To Independent Voter (3:33 pm)

…I agree with you 100%…

Clinton or McCain!!!!!!

Obama '08!

Take control, B! Put your foot down on this one.

We all need to relax, inhale, exhale and think clearly. This is too important to our beloved U.S.A. Let's get this right, not rushed.

Let's get a Democrat in the Oval Office this November.

Obama '08!

Well said Obama. Take charge of your party! Do the right thing.

Go Obama!

To "Independent in Iowa"
First of all, what does it matter to you who he chooses as VP?

You claim to be Republican. You might want to get out there and start campaigning for McCain.

And you criticize Obama's ability to unify and yet the energy of your messages are largely divisive.
What's up with that?

Consider this
If I was a McCain supporter I would go on every site I could find and PRETEND to be a disgruntled Hillary supporter. I would fan the flames of the hurt feelings and then say I am going to vote for McCain. It is easy to get people to want revenge when they are very upset.

I am sure there are some Hillary supporters who feel they will vote for McCain as revenge. But how many posters are actually McCain supports just stirring the pot.?

I have total faith in the DNC and I will not vote for someone who was practically shoved down our throats!!! Obama will NEVER have my support or my vote. Obama's true colors will show and the day it does you will regret EVER voting for this person. This has nothing do with race, color or gender but everything do with the arrogance this man portrays and I as a former democrat will not have my vote or name attached to such party. I will vote for McCain or write Hillary in. This party has made a huge in justice to the former first lady and I am ashamed to call my self an American.

Really Hillary supporters? You'll vote for McCain while Justice Stevens is 430 years old? McCain will appoint a conservative justice and then you can say goodbye to your right to choose. Is that what you will do just because you're upset that Obama won? Please show some common sense.

Personally, I don't want Hillary to be VP – she has too much to offer to take the backseat on Obama's bus. I want to see her back in the senate. I'm not worried about McCain being president – come 2010, we'll put more dems in congress, and he won't be able to shove his programs through. He'll get my vote…………………………… G

TAKE YOUR TIME BRO THAT'S RIGHT, DON'T LET ANYBODY INFLUENCE YOUR DECISION EVEN ME.

I am not sure whether or not Sen. Clinton wants the position of V.P. or not, but I do know that if she is NOT offered the V.P. position the "sucking" noise that Democrats will be hearing will be HRC supporters either leaving the Democratic party entirely or writing-in Hillary Clinton's name this coming November.

I also will be one NOT supporting Sen. Obama should he choose to disenfranchise Sen. Clinton supporters once more.

Want some unity? Many HRC supporters will be unified on this point, then lets see who gets elected this November.

p.s. HEY ELIZABETH…WHEN YOU TYPE ALL IN CAPS LIKE THAT IT JUST MAKES EVERYONE THINK YOUR A MORON!!!

Stop the drama and vote Obama!! He isn't saying anything yet!! Let him breathe. Bump all those dumb McCain supporters. They are ignorant and obviously know nothing about him. GO Obama!! God Bless !! I know that you will not drive this country down!!

Whats more important?No to McSame old poop !
Lowering Gas prices,Universal Healthcare,Economy,Ending the War,Fighting Global warming

OR

Voting for a stupid old man – Bush's 3rd term ?

Choice is yours and choice is clear !

No to McSame old poop !

Gang rape time.

Americans loved it so much the first time around.

I can not support this hateful and despicable party in NOV.

dont live under the shadows of the Clintonistas!

be your own man and run your white house!

HILLARY FOR VEEPEE, NOT!

Hillary, please don't get on ticket as VP because I still will NOT vote for obama.
My vote goes to John McCain.

Lanny Davis and VothBoth.com need to shut up. In fact on VoteBoth site, it is asking for donations to have a TV ad for Obama/Clinton OR Clinton/Obama ticket!!!

Lanny Davis is a loser hack. His whinny voice, his accusations, his spins, and his brown nose need to leave Obama alone.

How dare he presume that he has the POWER to pressure Obama to pick Hillary for VP? He is so out of touch…just like Hillary is out of touch. They deserve each other.

When choosing a Leader his/her team is very important – we all know it and Obama is making sure he choses the 'A' team – remember we are not hiring only a President, but a whole team members tha must fill each other's gaps, areas of development and knowledge. this is not only a US Leader – it's a world's leader setting the country back on track and managing expectations from all of our wordly allies as well as enemies… a very balanced and pragmatic approach must be used and he is all about that…in my opinion, it's about time!
Cici
San Diego, CA

Hey people Hillary lost!!!! Why is it he has to fair to her? The Clintons were not fair to him, what is it with you people? Dam step aside and have some respect this is the problem you Clintons supporters you are just like the Clintons this is not her show and the only thing they can run is their own once camp!!! Get over it and except the clear writing on the wall the Clintons will not be VP'S….

President Obama 08!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

To all the Obama haters:

You can't keep a good man down, Obama will always keep a smile when you want him to frown ………..

Democrats 08!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Perhaps I am naive, but I find it difficult to believe that so many Dem voters are this childish, so I trust that most of these "No Hillary – so its gonna be McCain" folks are republican plants. Pathetic and typical right wing tactics.

But to those (hopefully rare) genuine Hillary supporter's who are considering moving to the McCain camp out of spite are demonstrating the "me, me, my way, my way" attitude that lost the nomination for Hillary in the first place. Grow up.

Here's a thought – vote for the person that you think will best run this country. If that's McCain, well, so be it. But to vote for McCain just because you are upset that Obama won the nomination is infantile and dangerous. The blood of the next four years would be on your spiteful hands.

Whats more important?
Lowering Gas prices,Universal Healthcare,Economy,Ending the War,Fighting Global warming

OR

Voting for a stupid old man – Bush's 3rd term ?

Choice is yours and choice is clear !

YES! Obama needs to be left alone to choose his own running mate!

We the voters DO NOT WANT Hillary!

Please, please pick someone new! Not the same old politics!

Hillary to her supporters:

"I know as I continue my lifelong work for a stronger America and a better world, I will turn to you for the support, the strength, and the commitment that you have shown me in the past 16 months. And I will always keep faith with the issues and causes that are important to you"

Read any meaning into that?

it is so hypocritical of the billary supporters, to even say that, she never conceded, she never acknowledge he won..
they ask that people give her space and time,
why? because she is entitled to??"??

and now they are demanding that he picks her,,
so how is that???
she never even acknowldege, yet she is entitled to ask for VP

comme on, this is exactly why we need change…………….. NO MORE CLINTONS

Yeah, everyone needs to settle down. Barry Bam Bam needs time to think about what the issues are and figure out what he's doing. Just back off and give him the time for the necessary on-the-job training.

Former CLINTON SUPPORTER turned McCAIN DEMOCRAT.

McCAIN '08
A moderate Republican who is qualified for the office.

Josh writes-
"June 5th, 2008 1:54 pm ET

AS A VOTER WHO IS BACKED BY MILLIONS, BARACK BETTER KNOW THAT WE DEMAND HER ON THE TICKET BECAUSE AS I AND MILLIONS OF OTHERS WILL MAKE SURE NO ONE WINS . JUST MCAIN!! PUT HER ON THE TICKET OR START WRITING YOUR OWN CONCESSION SPEECH OBAMA. WE GOT MORE STRENGTH THAN THE OBAMA SUPPORTERS AND IF WE BACKED MCAIN HE WOULD WIN GUARANTEED. DONT THINK THAT I CARE ABOUT THE PARTY CAUSE I DONT!!! PERIOD. YOU SEE HILLARY CANT DEMAND THAT SHE BE ON THE TICKET, BUT WE CAN !!!!THE VOTERS!!! HER VOTERS !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! + REPUBLICAN VOTERS= mcain PRESIDENT AND NOT obama, THINK LONG AND HARD DID YOU WASTE YOUR TIME BY NOT INCLUDING HILLARY ON THE TICKET, I CAN BET YOU YOU WILL. ITS NOT A THREAT BUT A PROMISE, IF SHES NOT ON THE TICKET YOU WILL GO DOWN WITH WHOEVER IS ON YOUR TICKET. HILLARY SUPPORTERS UNITE!!!!!!"

To put it simply, you're an idiot Josh. Why did you support Hillary in the first place? Apparently it had nothing to do with issues, because if it did you would realize that McCain is opposite Hillary's position on nearly every issue. Beyond that, as president McCain could nominate several new Supreme Court Justices who share his views on issues such as abortion, or illegal wiretapping, etc. The point is, make sure you understand the implications of who you vote for. This isn't an eighth grade popularity contest. If you liked what Hillary stood for, then Obama is your man. If you want women to have the right to choose, then Obama is your guy.

To say that you won't vote Democrat just because your candidate didn't get the nomination is ludicrous and it comes across as a temper tantrum. You didn't get your way, so you will try to punish the people who you blame for not getting your way. My advice is grow up, take a look at the issues, and then decide who shares your values and positions on the issues. If you do that, you'll see that Obama's positions are very similar to Hillary's and McCain's are not.

I dont' care now about the VP choice. I will be voting McCain due to Hillary not being the Democratic nominee. Obama is an elitist, stuck up, all talk and no game candidate who lacks experience, judgement and courtesy. OBAMA…YOU WILL NOT GET THIS 20 YR. OLD HISPANIC'S VOTE! MY VOTE GOES TO SENATOR MCCAIN!

"The biracial Obama didn't win" written by "aware"
Just by pointing out irrelevant info like Obama's race says it all.
Sorry bunch of clowns, Im sure your message will get through to everyone and they will see the likght like you have. Actually no, only the uneducated and ignorant.

DOnt pick Hillary and lose in November..we'll see how much of a uniter this guy is. I am ready to vote McCain

Obama should be able to make is own decision without being forced. Hillary made her bed hard, now let her lay in it. She lied too many times and she put all her faith in the superdel's to bail her out. Ooops…guess those little stated did count afterall. Obama will make the right decision for his running mate, be it Hillary or someone else and as Democrats we need to respect that and get behind our candidate and stop acting like a five year olds that didn't get pick to play.

What's up with Jeffrey Toubin (spelling??)?? He is so completely biased against Hillary Clinton. It really is amazing.

Unbelievable. If any one of you HRC supporters could honestly say you honor her ideals by switching your vote to the Republican candidate, you're betraying those ideals. The person more suited to achieving her vision of America is most certainly not McCain.

Your candidate didn't win. Deal with it, but don't make idle threats or compromise the greater goal by such foolishness.

If this is the kind of people who support HRC, it makes me wonder what type of person she really is.

The ugly divisive "uniter" has gained his Kingdom.

In Nov- the votes will count.

Write in the best candidate we can have. That is HRC.

Together we can send the message that we will not tolerate hatred and sexism, and name-calling and cheating and unfairness in our primary.

In his search for a running mate, Barack Obama is purportedly looking for someone to balance out his perceived weaknesses and to convince ardent Hillary supporters to back him. Some key attributes of the Democratic Vice Presidential candidate are age, experience, and the ability to attract key constituencies. At the same time, the running mate should bolster Obama's message of change and should not represent the "old politics" against which he runs. So whom should he pick?

George Clinton (if he'll give up the funk). Clinton will soon be 67 years old and has led Parliament (and Funkadelic). In addition to this invaluable experience, he will easily reach out to the key constituencies that Obama is failing to attract; uneducated, white voters and hardcore Clinton supporters will readily vote for whatever Clinton they see on the ticket. The other battleground in most elections is said to be the "swing" voters, but that's clearly the politics of the past. Aside from the resurgence of swing in the 1990s (marked by such groups as the Brian Setzer Orchestra and the Cherry Poppin' Daddies), swing was a thing of the 1940s. While McCain courts the all-but-dead "swing" vote, he won't even hold a flashlight to the Obama-Clinton funk vote. It'll be atomic, dog.

Vote Obama-(George) Clinton 2008: One Nation Under a Groove.

YEAH TAKE YOUR TIME WE WOULDNT WANT RICHARDSON OR ANY OF YOUR OTHER PROMISES, TO LOOK LIKE YOU PUSHED CLINTON OUT? PLUS IT GIVES MCCAIN AN OPP TO SPEAK WITH HILARY HE MIGHT GRAB HER. WHAT A DREAM TICKET.STRONG ON DEFENSE STRONG ON DOMESTIC.

If I was your choice of dem Mrs. Hillary Clinton …..

I would be so ashamed of you all who say you will go against everything she campaigned for and vote Mc Lame….

You are a disgrace to the democratic party, you should be ashamed of yourselves, and the next generation will look at you and blame you for ruining our country out of pure spite….

What a bunch of fools you are

That's right. Obama needs time for his staff to tell him who to pick. Gee, and Caroline Kennedy is so well qualified to be helping pick someone who could be President some day. If that's an example of how he'll pick a cabinet we'll be in deep, deep trouble.

By the GE, so much controversy will come to light about Barack and Michelle, he will not have a snow balls chance in H–L in winning the election.

Go McCain!!!!!

Obama should pick somebody whom he trust unconditionally – Jeremiah Wright!!! They are the same!!!

Ob(s)ama / Rev. Wright 2008 – RIGHT CHOICE FOR AMERICA

Obama is waiting to see how many Clinton hold-outs remain and how many true defectors there are, even after comparing Obama to McCain.

Many people seem to think that Clinton is the only Democrat who appeals to the demographic she attracted during the primary. She's not the only one with experience, she's just the one who most wants the job. Several others would be better VPs.

Perhaps a "dream ticket" would unite the Democratic Party, but it would not unite the country in a general election. Clinton has too much baggage. Other VPs would have wider appeal than Clinton. Especially if Democrats want to appeal to the wave of racism Clinton rode through several primaries.

Lanny Davis is looking for a job..and thats why he's still in the race "against" Obama. Lanny boy..give it a rest and let Obama have a breather!

This demonstrates good judgement. You can't rush such a delicate process because it can hurt you in the process. Obama is smart to use a systematic approach in selecting his running mate.

i dont understand why u obama supporters wanted a concession speech in a room filled angry hillary supporters on tuesday that would have led to boos and groans from the crowd than the unity we will see on saturday with hillary and obama by her side

That's why the queen of lies (Hillary) will not be on the ticket. We hate liars too.

A vote for the inexperienced, smiley faced Obama will be another term for Jimmy Carter. Remember how great those Carter days were?
Write in Hillary or Vote for McCain.

Isnt it really irritating to see Hillary Clinton not trying to cool her supporters down when they start chanting "Denver, Denver" or to try to tone down the calls for her to be VP…. let Obama decide what is best for him and also it is not doing democratic party any good that the headlines are still filled Hillary speculation rather than about Obama himself…

I hope people are talking more about the Obama campaign and the DNC, the SD, their beliefs, money, how this election was conducted, Obama's supporters….Sen. Obama's supporters, all the Senators and the Governers should be on the TV campaiging hard for him, like Pelosi and Kerry and Carter and….Rechardson and…Edward….

Now that Obama is running for president.. and has a possibility of winning. Does anyone worry about his presidency? I know many Americans are ready for a black president but theres a few who aren't. And also.. there are a lot of crazy people out there. If ANYTHING happened to Obama during his presidency.. we'd probably have the biggest riots and race-wars ever.

18,000,000 of us didn't count before, so don't depend on us now. The man cannot unite anyone but his lemming followers. If I were her I wouldn't accept it if he begged me. He's not worthy of having her run with him.
We will see how far he gets without all of us in November. Not voting for him ever! He and his followers are mean and really don't care if we all unite. They prove that with their bitter comments. Just read them and see for yourself!

If you pick Hillary as VP, then there will be no change. Sorry

Raz

Arrogant. Dishonest. Naive. Do we really want this man as our President? His buddy, Rezko, was just convicted yesterday. How will he 'sever' his ties with this financial scandal? Hey, I'd love to have a million-dollar home on the north side of Chicago for less than $250K. Sign me up, Obama.

A ticket with Bill & Hillary would be a disaster, from a Operational point of view; You just can't have Obama being 'distracted' from governing, when Bill & Hillary are creating constant problems.

Unfortunately, Hillary's supporters cannot comprehend this REALITY because they are in an Emotional dive right now.

There are other ticket positions where Hillary & Bill can and should serve, for sure, but that is up to Barack's decision
and in his own time, People!

History Made and in the making … Obamacrat

I don't undersatnd the suggestion that the superdelegates selected Obama. Wasn't Hillary's entire gameplan after Super Tuesday to convince the superdelegates to select her over obama despite the fact that she was trailing in elected delegates. They either had to select Obama or Clinton and they backed the candidiate who was leading in pledged candidates as well as the popular vote (Hillary's fuzzy math notwithstanding). Unfortunately because HRC decided to demagogue the Florida and Michigan situation and treat it as a voting rights issue similar to Florida 2000 many people wrongly believe that she was somehow cheated. Even if she got everything she wanted she would still be way behind. Obama won fair and square plain and simple.

Awesome !! True leader!! Exactly he needs to make a great decision and is not an easy one.. We trust you Senator Obama!

YOu have only one way to become president and that is to Kiss her you know what. And Boy your better do it fast before she decide just to say i support you and do nothing else because she will then be president in 2012 after she beats McCain.

Probably, I would prefer Chelsey – not so dangerous.

As a 20 year old college student, this is my first presidential election in which I can vote. Obama has done a great job getting young people involved in the process, and they are excited about it.

To all the HRC supporters, who say they are voting for McCain in the fall, I ask: Why on earth would you make that decision in the most important election in years(obviously in my lifetime, but also in the lives of many others) ???

HRC and Obama's plans are as much the same as Bush and McCain's.

So I ask again: why would you vote for McCain over Obama? We need a democrat in office Jan 20th, 2009.

I just hope all the HRC supporters will realize how petty and childish they sound when they say they'd vote for McCain over Obama now that HRC is out, and lets hope they can get over it by election day 2008, so we can finally change the direction that this country is going in!

DEMOCRATS 08

Don't worry; the Chicago Machine will pick his candidate.

They've been steering this clown all along.

Hey, Obama, how's Tony Rezko?

God don't like ugly.

Neither do I.

Down with the methodology of hate and a strategy of division.

Unify behind Hillary Clinton.

Write her name in come Nov.

jorge lopez. Are you legal, can you even vote?

I am absolutely appalled by some of the racist comments that are being made here. Some of you should climb back under the rocks you came from. Sheesh!

It is clearly NOT in Senator Obama's interests to make a quick decision. Especially if that decision would be to choose Senator Clinton.

I THOUGHT THE NOMINEE PICKS THE VP.

OR IS HILLBILLI STILL TRYING TO JUST

MAUL THE RULES AGAIN.

DIDN'T WORK TO GET NOMINATED.

WON'T WORK GETTING THE VP SPOT.

We are so lucky to have him at this time where we so desperately need him. Trust his instincts and let him do this right! Our country and the world will be a much better place as soon as President Obama is sworn in! Just CAN'T WAIT!

Elizabeth:

See ya!

It is funny how Hillary Clinton who has always been hated by the republican party has turn into their most valuable ally and the destroyer of democracy in the US.

I am shocked all these people on here posting over and over if she is not on the ticket he has no chance in Nov or the ones saying even with her as VP he can not win. This whole process has been media, pundits, press, fellow senators telling Sen Obama you can't you can't you can't. I can not wait till November and this is the largest landslide in US history for Obama I will be singing Yes We Can for the next year! People under republican rule have become so negative hateful and bitter! Sad that so many Americans still believe in there tired old war mongering and fear mongering. They are worse than communist.

Looks like despite "gun to your head" threats and 18 million "hostage holdouts" intimidation tactics, Sen. Obama isn't going to make a rushed decision to appease anyone! Bravo!

Frankly, if you aren't going to vote for Sen. Obama why keep belaboring the point? Did you think we (Obama supporters and rational Democrats alike) did not hear any of this the first time it was stated. If that's all you have to contribute, along with hatred and negativity for the next 5 months and believe it's going to turn things in your favor or derail those of us who actually are for hope, change and positivity…think again. Stop wasting our time and yours. Do what you feel you must come November but if you're trying to rain on the parade YOU CAN'T! This is bigger than you, me or anything that doesn't encompase WE!

Now all the Hillary Supporters start their complaint with
…..I'm sick and tired….very prophetic indeed.

The "SICK PART" Remember Hillary's health plan? It has no shot if you work to elect McSame.

The "TIRED PART" Remember Hillary's idea about a gas holiday (I didn't think much of it but it got a lot of votes". Wait until gas goes to $6.00 a gallon and we all have to work 80 hr work weeks just to get to work. You'll certainly be tired. And…….Do you think our wonderful President McSame is going to say "Let's push through Hillary's democratic bill" NOT !!!!!!!

Come people think….Its not illegal yet

All you dems that are panting over your running mate of choice: chill out! Pour another latte and calm down!

NObama N08

Mutiny anyone?

I'm for a true revolution.

Down with fixed, rigged elections. Down with the methodology of hate.

Stand up for the right to vote. Stand up for fairness and equality.

Write in the name of the true democratic leader.

I'm a newly registered democrat & Clinton supporter who will not vote for Obama in the Nov. election unless Clinton is on the ticket. If he truly wants to unite the party, and bring in the 18 million votes that Clinton has gathered along the way… then he will select her as his running mate. Otherwise, look for people to either vote for McCain or not even show up at the polls.

Independent in Iowa. Hillary still has you noosed. The words Hillary and unity can not be used together. She divided the Dem. party and she will divide the WH. Sorry to tell you but all 17 million of her supporters are not that caught up in her. They are Dem. first. This election year is not about Hillary, but about getting the WH back, uniting the party and getting our country in order and our respect back. Stop thinking and acting like Hillary. It didn't work and won't work later.

Wake UP…Obama supporters,

Do not forget that there are 18 million registered democrat rejected Sen. Obama.

Also, 92% of AA voted for Sen. Obama. Let's say that there are 10 million AA registered voters.

If I can put math together and take the race factor out, hence 84% of AA needs to be substracted from Votes received by Sen. Obama.

It means 18 million voted to Obama minus 8.4 million votes from AA.

Sen. Obama received less then 10 million votes compare to 18 million votes by Sen. Hillary.

Isn't it funny how HRC supporters are complaining about "The Democractic process". Isn't this the same "process" that Elected Bill Clinton twice in the 90's.

jorge, do us all a favor and go over to McCain. You're stuck in the 60's and the thought of an AA as president is tearing you up.

If they put her on the ticket I am voting McCain. She is pure evil. She makes up pretty much everything to make herself look good. From landing under sniper fire, to number rigging. She has sold her soul a long time ago, and it is just sad.

What a bigot in Jorge Lopez!!! Jesus!! And any of you people who agree with the last 7 1/2 years..you need to vote for the same Bushonomics and war!!! You'll get what you vote for. Lies and more lies and criminal actions. Anyone of you McCain supporters want to tell me where Flip Flop'n John expects to get the soldiers and money to continue this ideology war in Irag??!! HUH!!! remember…Republians control the pocket book for most of Bush's idiocarcy!! 5 TRILLION DOLLOARS AND COUNTING BRILLIANT ONES!!! But let's continue with that sort of administration and truly have the federal and state governments collapse completely…tehn what BRILLIANT BIGOT ONES???!!!!! And besides…I know a good number of people that "WILL" vote for Obama and would NEVER EVER EVER VOTE FOR DRAMA QUEEN CLINTON!!! And any of you people that slame a man that is part white/part balck..well…you're a true Republian……really brilliant on your part…bigots…unbelieveable!!

=============No Hillary Clinton for a V.P==========

>>>if she really wants it, she should send her resume to mcBush.>>>

hillary clinton is not a republican. simple as that.

Nobody gave Hillary a chance to BREATH after Tuesday's elections.

What make Obama so special? Oh that's right, Howard Dean & the rest of the DNC handed the nomination to him on a silver platter. Same old politics, probably even looking to continue the Kennedy dynasty and choose one of them to be his running mater. The Kennedy's, Oprah, the elite, who think they are entitled to the white house.

Long time democrate & Hillary supporter, just sent a donation to the RNC, first time in my life.

Obama this is one American who does not care who you choose as
Vice President, as with everything else, decisions do not come lightly to you, nor facts, so as one ex Democrat casting her ballot for MCCAIN, I suggest you choose your ex pastor as V P…….you both share the same values! Or better still Jim Webb, he has the same opinon of women as you do!

Yes, by all means take your time. Then the party division will be good and set and you will lose for sure. I can't wait!!!

Who ever you support for the President, Mrs. Clinton is a respected NY Senator and a very loyal Democrate. It is time for everyone to stop bashing her. The hateful, personal, downright dirty things I read from people makes me wonder about just who Mr. Obama is supporting. You shame your nominee with such talk. I believe that if he does not win it may be because of his trash talking supporters. It is easy to sit behind your computer and hate people. But these very people have the guts to work, and work very hard by the way, to get into these positions. If you know so much about what is right and what is wrong then why was your name left off the list of nominees? Instead of writing hateful things why dont you take the time and take a course or two on ANYTHING online. Time better spent.

HOW PATHETIC IS THIS?

Dear Senator Obama,

We write you because we believe it is very important for the Democrats to win back the presidency in 2008. To do so, we must field the strongest possible ticket for the Democratic Party. We believe the 2008 election could be close. And your selection of a vice presidential candidate may make the difference between victory and defeat.

We write to urge you to select Senator Hillary Rodham Clinton to be your choice for vice president because we believe that she would be, by far, the most qualified and strongest candidate to be your running mate.

Both you and Senator Clinton during this campaign have demonstrated strengths in different segments of the electorate and in different parts of the country. Together, you stand the best chance of making U.S. history not once but twice — the first African American president and the first female vice president since the founding of our great nation.

We know this is ultimately your decision on who will be your running mate. But with the greatest respect, we ask you to select Senator Clinton in recognition of the more than 17 million Democrats who supported her at the polls and who, in combination with your more than 17 million supporters, would form the base of a successful presidential campaign in the November election.

Sincerely,

VoteBoth,

Lanny J. Davis, Washington, D.C.,

and The Undersigned

No Hillary, no Bill and No Chelsea. Yes, tell the media and all 'those angry' women to slow down. He can win without her 18 million. All those young people that voted for him, all the ones that are not registered but will register and vote for him in November; No, he does not need Hillary. Go Obama and unite this party to work for all the people – men, women, black, white, brown, young, old, rich and poor, educated and uneducated. You are the candidate of the 21st century.

Thank you Mr. President, you are the one that leads now..

dont let the clinton machine bully you…………………
they have done that all the time w everyone incuding the DNC..

NO MORE…………..

Personally I'm waiting to hear when Hillary will go to Barack and say "Where do you want me to speak, what do you want me to say", like a good high profile Democratic soldier that she says she is.

Obama needs balance. You can actually get a lot of independents and real republicans to vote for you if you have 1) ideas and 2) a team. Enough to offset Hillary's supposed people who spout off here? I think so.

Also, show us your Democratic Party cards there people. I think a lot of the posters who say they are die hard Hillary supporters are really Lindbaugh's 20 people who listen to his show stirring discontent. Ain't gonna work.

Ok all of you Hillary psycho supporters need to seriously get over her loss and move on. He doesnt have to have her on his ticket to win. Her support is plenty. If she is willing to support him then why the hell cant her supports support him? Why is it your willing to follow her to the "gates of hell" but you cannot support her in supporting Obama? No matter what her position is we should all get behind our parties nominee and for you to selfishly and iresponsibly refuse to do so simply goes against everything Hilarry is about and would make Obama and Hillarys campaign seem like a waste of time. All of this would have been for nothing! Also Obama is a product of what she has fought with many others to achieve in this country and it is time for us to recognize this and get behind him and Hillary so we can take our country back! Your personal grievences are way too small compared to the problems facing our country and that is what we should all be getting behind.

Barack Obama and Hillary Cinton; what a team!!

VoteBoth is just a Prolong Clinton Dynasty Scam. Those people just want to be the Trojan horse inside Obama administration.

Obama can defeat so-called indestructable Clinton establishment in the primary, Obama can defeat the thrid Bush term John McCain in general election.

Obama does not need to constantly watch his back without the Clintons near him.

Yeah take your time and make an informed decision then. I'm pretty sure that it won't make that much difference anyway in the end. Your p*ss*ng away 51% of the democratic vote if you don't choose her. But then you won't have to deliver on all those empty promises to "Bring all Americans together" that you have made over the last year either. I see your "Former slumlord client" has now graduated to extortionist less than 24 hours after your "stunning" victory over the only genuinly qualified candidate in the primary. But hey, when McCain is elected in Nov. you can happily go back to your "Race based Faith" church in triumph and scream how "white people" destroyed your chances. Because unlike republicans, I think a lot of democrats will refuse to vote for someone who is unqualified for the job simply because they have a letter (D) next to thier name. Even if it means they refuse to vote. Personally, since you refused to answer my correspondence to your website, and then ingenuisouly signed me up as a supporter, think I will vote independant for the first time in my life. It's sad, but then you understand about pride causing one to made bad decisions don't you?

Obama/Anyone but Hillary 2008!

Imagine the sniper fire ads. Imagine the 'he will bring a speech he gave in 2002′ ads.

Second best won't ever do.

I will vote for the true democratic leader who did not wage a hateful campaign of Vicious, vile, filthy, vulgar hatred.

Write in the BEST ONE

Again…if Hillary Clinton's supporters think that four more years of Bush's policies and four more years of war will make Obama supporters want to vote for her in 2012, you are sadly mistaken. Our best hope is to unite now and worry about HIllary's chance at the White House later. All of the talk about "never voting for Obama" leads me to believe that the issue of racism is not as distant as some folks believe.

HRC won an excellent race and made major strides for woman. As a woman, I am extremely proud of her and this accomplishment. But now is the time for Democrats to come together. We cannot stand four more years of this economic crisis.

Why is Caroline Kennedy on the "so-called" search team to help find a qualified candidate.

What makes her qualified to help make this decision, simply the "Kennedy" name?

Notice, she is Michelle's "new best friend."

Go McCain!!!

Mr. Obama,

You consistently show your wisdom. This is not an easy decision and you absolutely should consider this matter carefully. If you should ever want my opinion though – JOE BIDEN FOR VP!

She's not hated like Hillary, there will be no Bill cruising the halls of the white house , and she can pick up Hillary's women votes! Obama/Pelosi 08

Jorge Lopez…you prove that this country still has a long way to go.

Make your stand Obama. Don't let the Clintonians bully you into putting HRC as VP. After she trashed you, I wouldn't give her a second thought. I know her supporters feel as though you stole something that was rightfully hers.

So much for counting the votes and letting the electorate choose a candidate.

I see that the HRC supporters need to learn how to loose with grace, something the HRC has yet to exhibit.

Does HRC think that she is the only one who really wanted to be President? Does she think the Gore and Kerry didn't really want to be the next President? The difference between them and HRC is that they aspired to be the next President and HRC thinks she deserves to be the next president.

Look at it this way Gore was way way way way smarter than GW, so how was it that GW was able to make the race so close and ultimately win? Personality. GW came across as a more personable leader, something HRC is not.

There's no winning with some Hillary supporters it seems. Too many began the contest with the rah-rah that they'd win straight-up pledged delegates. Then when that became bleak, it was super delegates will win the day for Hillary. Well that failed too, so the weak argument flopped to popular vote, which didn't even count in the selection process. Some people need to start acting their age and stop acting like naive, spoiled children that aren't getting their way. It was a contest, the two contended, Obama won.

As for the VP aspect – Obama also won the right to take his time and pick who HE wants, and not to be strong-armed or guilt tripped into taking Hillary. He will do what is best for his candidacy and what will help the party win in November.

To the "16 million" HRC supporters – whether he chooses Hillary as VP or not –

From the HRC website:

"On Saturday, I will extend my congratulations to Senator Obama and my support for his candidacy. This has been a long and hard-fought campaign, but as I have always said, my differences with Senator Obama are small compared to the differences we have with Senator McCain and the Republicans.

I have said throughout the campaign that I would strongly support Senator Obama if he were the Democratic Party's nominee, and I intend to deliver on that promise."

If your loyalties truly rest with HRC and all she is trying to accomplish, you will think twice about voting for McCain simply out of spite….think about it.

A vote for McCain is a vote for war, tax cuts for the rich, high gas/oil prices, job losses, foreclosures and more of the same failed policies endorsed by GWB.

Barak is just the democrats' newest pretty, shiny object. They always vote for charisma over character. Expression over experience. Jimmy Carter tried to please everyone and made a mess of everything. Bill Clinton, wildly charismatic, could never overcome his own personal flaws and distractions to fulfill his own potential, and Barak Obama, articulate but grossly inexperienced and naive, is Jimmy Carter redux. Dems are attracted to pretty, shiny objects and are not burdened by ever having a thought in their heads. Sad!

NObama N08

Well there you have it folks, A top executive making a top executive decision. it appears that he is telling everyone that the decision is his to make. At this point I think Lanny Davis along with everyone else who is trying to make this decision for him should stay out of it. If this man is smart enough to win the nomination from the Clintons, I think he is smart enough to make a decision about who will best run as his mate. With the nomination comes the leadership of the party. People may not like that but that is the way it is. If you look back now and think that Gore’s decision (Joe Lieberman or Joe Lyerman, take your pick) was perhaps one that may have cost him the election; especially when you look at his antics since. No one has ever said a word about any candidate making their own choice for running mate. Let this man who appears to be genuine about changing Washington to a government for the people do it his way. After all he has gotten this far against all odds doing it his way.

I still remain a registered repubican who strongly supports Obama,and this area of WV it isn't always easy.I might change to independant.If the Democrats and other Clinton supporters cannot support Obama without demanding and extorting that Obama pick HRC as VP then that says a lot about that party.

"Many of Clinton’s supporters have publicly called on Obama to put Clinton on the ticket to help unify the party since he captured the nomination Tuesday night."

Why should it be left up to him to try and unify a party that Hillary is still trying to tear apart?

The reason I want Hillary Clinton to be Vice President is because with your & her votes, you two can beat McCain.

I want a Democrat in the White House!

He's exactly right.

Every time anyone endorses Obama you start hearing Obama-Edwards, Obama-Richardson, Obama-Sebelius, Obama-whoever.

Calm down all.

The harder Hillary and her followers PUSH for her to be vice president, the less likely it is to happen. Nobody tells the nominee who he MUST make his running mate, not even Hillary and her obsessed followers.

to Aware:

your closed-minded, and "in denial" comments suggest that you are anything BUT………

jorge lopez- first you said you will never never vote for barack then you wont vote for him unless hrc is on the ticket. you are confused.

I think its not in Hillary's best interest to be in the VP spot because if he goes down so will she. Right now she lost the nomination but by only a hundred something votes. He limped across the finish line which actually makes her the winner down the road if she ever wanted to run if he lost in Nov.

Yes we all should take a little time-out!!! there is a process, please allow him and opportunity to go through this process.
The Hillary supporters who said they would vote for Mc Cain if she is not on the ticket, are republicans in disguise!! and was never going to vote for him anyway.

You disrespected millions of democrats.

Good luck winning without our support or vote.

I am writing in Hillary Clinton

I wish that the Obama Hater Supporters would take a moment and step back and start practiing what their nominee has been speaking of: Unity: Hope: among many others, I'll tell you I'm not a big O supporte, my choice is Hillary, but I will support him….. Why are you guys so full of bitterness and hatred….

The DNC asked me for my $250 and I told them when this Obama stuff is over send me another letter. I hope the Obama folks are all party members and have sent in their money. Those of us who are the base of the party will hold onto our money for a while until the party gets is act together.

If Obama and his folks want to be in charge let them pay for the DNC!

I can belive these so called democrats want to vote for McCain, funny how u say Obama is a liar and fake and here you are wanting to vote for McCain.
Thank god for Obama he is already making changes to win this country back for the people.
funny how the whole world is seen cheering for Obama because even they know he is the best for the US and the world as a whole.

OBAMA!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Oh please.

The man couldn't be more transparent – "I don't want to pick her because I don't like her. I'm going to delay choosing to see if I can get away with not picking her or whether people will see through my phoney message of moving beyond personal politics".

The man is a fraudster and McCain will wipe the floor with him.

LETS BE OBJECTIVE. DO YOU CLINTON SUPPORTERS SEE WHY OBAMA AND HIS SUPPORTER ARE INSULTED? DO YOU THINK WE SHOULD JUST ROLL OVER AND LET YOU SAY WHAT YOU WANT BUT NOT RESPOND? YOU GUYS ARE SO ONE SIDED THAT YOU THINK IT IS OK TO SAY THINGS LIKE: HE IS FRAUD, AND HE CANT WIN, AND HE BETTER PICK HILLARY AND HE IS MUSLUM. HOW DO YOU THINK THAT MAKES US FEEL.

Robert in Toronto,ON. Obama is taking control. He is telling Hillary and her supporters NO!!!!

A vote for Obama is a vote for an expanded nanny state.

Socialism

Communism

It's no coincidence all his friends are communists.

Save the country. Vote McCain '08

Hill won't make the cut, but not because of her-it will be because of Bill. In order to be properly vetted, the Clintons will need to fully disclose where all of the $$$ for their Foundation & Clinton library came from. Bill will never agree to this. And, for you history buffs, it was Geraldine Ferraro's husband's suspect business dealings that undermined her as well.

if obama wants to win he will put her in the ticket. theres no way he will make it to the white house without her… if he thinks ne one else could do the job any better then he is sadly mistaken.

IF BARACK OBAMA CHOOSES HILLARY CLINTON AS HIS RUNNING MATE, I WILL NOT VOTE FOR ANYONE IN NOVEMBER!!!!!!

I think its pretty insightful about the kind of leadership that Obama will provide contrasted with that of Clinton. In most exit polling 70% or more of Obama supporters said they would instantly and unquestioningly support Clinton. Often less than 40% of Clinton supporters said the same. Folks this is NOT racism, it really isn't, it's the way the Clinton campaign worked. They created trench warfare and scorched earth politicking like they do so well. So, since the campaign fomented this attitude it's not surprising to see it unfold here.
I was there in St. Paul and Obama complimented Clinton again and again and from the first to the last mention of her name the crowed applauded unprompted. Not one single boo.. not one.

Not arduous process… rigged for YOU- process.

We watched you all disrespect other democrats from all walks of life.

We are not sheep.

We will not simply obey the call to fall in line.

HEY OBAMA, HOW ABOUT INVITING OPRAH TO THE WHITE HOUSE SO SHE COULD DO ONE OF HER LOVELY SHOWS OR HER LOVELY DANCE? OF COURSE, IF YOU DO BECOME PRESIDENT (WHICH I THINK YOU WILL, DON'T THINK MCCAIN WILL…)

CONGRATULATIONS OBAMA, I A CLINTON SUPPORTER WOULD OF WANT HER TO WIN EVEN THOUGH SHE WAS VERY VERY CLOSE, AND I ACCEPT THE DEFEAT, THOUGH I WOULD OF PREFERED YOU TO STAY AWAY FROM THE "PRESSURE" YOU MAY EXPERIENCE WHEN YOU BECOME PRESIDENT

Seam, Florida:

I still don't like him – and I've never really bashed the man as we were always on the defense from the Obama fanatics. At one time I could have supported him before his life-long friends were thrown under the bus for his political gain. He proved he was a liar and a true politician at that point.

You won. Congratulations. The party will be done for if he even HINTS at alienating Hillary and her supporters. Let's see what kind of sound decision this man can make (eventually when he gets around to asking his wife).

Well, the DNC and the media (barf) have selected their dictator. But they have lost one little voter………me.
Hello Mr. McCain…..I'd like to offer my support.

Hillary supporters: can you financially afford four more years of Bush failed policies? The surveys indicate that a lot of Hillary's supporters are either lower income, underemployed/uninsured, blue-collar workers, senior citizens – all these groups will NOT DO WELL financially under McCain. McCain will continue what Bush does: tax breaks for the wealthy, continue the war, privatization of social security, etc. Please re-consider and leave emotions aside when voting this November. Ask yourself: can you, your family and friends afford 4-8 more years under the Repulicans? (financially speaking, of course).

THERE GO THOSE DORN THINGS CALLED

RULES AGAIN. AND THE CLINTONS HATE

THEM AGAIN. WHAT A SURPRISE.

That's right. Simma Down Nah!

Summer, Donna for VP

"I will work my heart out for Obama should he be the nominee."
"The differences between myself and Sen Obama pale in comparison to the differences between myself and Sen McCain."

– Hillary

Are you gonna go against what your preferred candidate says? If you vote for McCain, you are voting against

– End of the war
– End of women's rights and abortion rights
– End of the universal healthcare movement
– End of social security

All of the things Hillary is so adamantly for.

Don't vote against your common sense… McCain is an evil man. This coming from a diehard Hillary supporter–VOTE OBAMA. He is so close to Hillary, and McCain is the polar opposite.

I don't understand why people want this ticket. He could never trust her and Bill??? Please! This will be a nightmare! I agree with Obama! Everyone needs to settle down and let the process take over. Leave this man alone!!!!!

Oh by the way….Reports are saying Obama didn'teven know Clinton was dropping out until the media broke the story! Now tell me how can he trust her for VP if she can't pick up the phone and tell him she's "suspending" her campaign. Please!

You can do it Barak – Real Americans are behind you all the way!
***************
I had no idea there are some many distraught americans (Hillary Supporters). And frankly I believe these people are devoid of any reasonable thought. Just to teach Obama and his supporters a lesson "I WILL VOTE MCCAIN" Guess what oh enlightened Hillary supporters….you are insuring that Hillary and every other democrat will be totally ineffective in congress. Think about it….What do Republican Presidents do with Democratic legislation …Its called "veto" Quit complaining and get in on board

aware. Stop being delusional. I guess realclearpolitics.com is in on it too. They just gave Obama votes he didn't get. They lied about most states won, most popular vote and most delegates. The delegates followed the vote of the people. ANd don't forget the media. CNN loved Hillary and even FOX who is prejudice plus Republican pushed Hillary and so did MSNBC morning Joe. No aware, I think she lost honestly.

Clinton supporters are to uneducated, we Obama supporters don't need or want you. Indepdents are what makes up the majority of the voting block and Obama will court them over Mccain.

Well said President Obama…this is not a decision to rush into, be forced into, or to take too lightly.

YES! Let them know Obama that YOU and the Demo Party will do what is best for our country and not what they think will be the "Dream Ticket".

So give it up Hillary! You will not be on OUR ticket!

Way to go Obama! The hell with what Hillary backers want!

Many of them ——— Lanny Davis was very nasty to you! I am tried of seeing him in the news ———- but at the same time———- I get pleasure watching Lanny beg!

Bigots to the left of me, bigots to the right of me, who is there to unite the work of Rove and Dean.

That's right … let the vetting process commence. Let's see the list of donors to the Clinton library. That will rule out Hillary and we can get on to a realistic VP choice.

Every day I pray that Hillary will NOT accept the VP under Obama. She is so superior to him and she should be no ones underling. I am so proud of her Tuesday speech. As she said, it is about US; Hillary supporter; and not about YOU, Obama. And by the way, have you noticed the LACK of international support, including Canadians, Maggie, for Obama. US citizens should vote for who they want for their country. But Obama is of the past; correcting MAN's mistakes; not womens'. Healing the past. But we all know who the future belongs to!!!

That's a completely reasonable thing for him to say – obviously we don't need another president who rushes to judgment.

As Shrillary tries to ransom the party with a shotgun marriage, there are so many other names with or without military backgrounds that would be great choices. Evan Bayh, Jim Webb, Bill Richardson and on and on.
See ya' Ms Clinton and Bill too!

president obama then that lets out hillary as much as she has flip floped campaining. it would be hard to know if she was satting you up for failuer then take over. no hillary v.p. or white house period

The longer it takes your decision, more pressure you'll get from Hillary's supporters, please RUSH.

Raz

HRC is a strong fighter. She actually puts Rocky Balboa to shame. But she doesn't need to be VP to make a difference.

Barack can appoint her to a high-level cabinet position, where she can focus her efforts on implementing her universal health care policy. You know the one that she has been "fighting" to get for over 16 years now (sarcasm)

All you Hillary maniacs (which is not the same as saying Hillary supporters, many of whom are awesome) who first said that Obama couldn't win the nomination, guess what? and now you're saying that he can't win without her on the ticket, guess what?

You should turn to betting and always go with the opposite instinct that you get, you'll become millionaires overnight

WE HAVE VOTED & OBAMA WILL DECIDE,

AFTER THE DUE DILIGENCE DONE.

IS THAT ASKING TOO MUCH.

Yes, everybody calm down and let the man breathe for a second. I will be donating to your cause next week Senator O…May God bless you!

Where Hill goes, my vote goes.

If NO Hill… I will write the name of the best candidate in.

I owe it to myself, to God, to Country.

I will vote my conscience.

Use Your Best Judgement Mr President! I Will Support It!

Clinton supporters are showing there 5th grade education by saying they will vote for Mccain over Obama. You guys realise that Clinton and Obama agree on 95% of things while Mccain and Clinton are only 5%?

Did I type to much for you Clinton supporters to understand? Graduating the 5th grade would help

Clinton should stop black mailing Obama for VP and step down gracefully….the combine ticket is not in favor of Obama and will hurt him the way he wants to govern the country!!!

You are absolutly right Mr. President Obama, take your time and make sure you pick somebody that you trust and feel comfortable with. She does not represent change and she has too much luggages with her. If you decide to pick her, please also hire a food taster otherwise we will all loose you.

NO! DO NOT PUT HILLARY ON THE TICKET.

OBAMA SHOULD SINK BY HIMSELF.

Mr. Obama,
Take your time because this is a very important decision. I'm not sure why people believe they have a right to tell you who to choose. Are you permitted to select a republican as VP? That would throw a wrench into the election.

Maybe Obama will croak the day before the convention, we can only hope and pray!!!!!

Maybe they (the Obamanuts) will have a kool-aid party!!!

I still won't vote for obama even if Hillary is his VP.

I'm a strong Hillary supporter. BUT, I cannot vote for a weak, inexperienced, highly radical candidate, including michelle, who appears to be more radical than he.

Senator McCain will get my vote. Millions of Hillary supporters feel the same as I do.

Hillary can do much more for this country by staying in the Senate, as she has been so highly successful.

HE HAS PEOPLE WORKING ON IT.

WE WERE JUST WONDERING IF SOME OF THESE

PEOPLE ATTEMPTING TO FORCE HILLBILLI

ON OBAMA, KNOW WHERE BILL GETS HIS MONEY

FROM. THE CLINTONS ARE POISED TO DO TO THE

THE OBAMA ADMINISTRATION WHAT THEY DID TO THEIR'S.

THAT WON'T SERVE THE DEMS OR THE COUNTRY.

Lady Liberty or death

All of these anti-Obama comments are so emotional and ignorant.

I would hope that the next president has the ability to carefully consider options when making an important decision.

He still might choose Hillary, if he determines that it would be the best thing for the country.

Think about the country people, not yourselves or any one candidate.

It is this constant campaign mentality that has gotten us into all of this trouble in the first place.

Obama '08!

jorge lopez,
before you post you should make English your first language or go back to where you came from..

makes me feel like a disenfranchised fl/mi voter, they never post any of my stuff… its like Nazi Germany reincarnate

In other words "sorry Mrs. Clinton, you're not going to threaten or sleeze your way into the VP spot".

Perfect way to handle the situation Senator Obama – we look forward to having you be our president.

By the way… why is it that most Obama supporters can't even write?

Why doesn't one ever hear about an Obama supporter criticizing him?

Obama Supporters and Hilary supporters have to stop attacking one another. I was a huge supporter of Hilary and I was very harsh on Obama during the primary but I never did listen to him because his supporters were so negative. I did listen and have been listening and I believe he can win but he needs all democrats to support him.

That which unites us is greater than that which divides us. He may not give Hilary the VP slot, and frankly it would be a waste of her talent. He SHOULD give her a cabinet seat of some kind to show his respect to her and her supporters and allow her to persue some of her issues. Health Secretary or Secretary of State would be a good one, especially after her speech to the Jewish community.

No matter what happens Obama is the leader of the Democratic Party and we need to support him. McCain has a lot to make him appealing to moderates and independants and Obama's supporters need to realize that and stop insulting her and attacking her.

Democrats 08′

Good, good, good … I recommend Nancy Pelosi or General Wesley Clarke, for VP

We are sick and tired of unfair elections, unfair treatment and platitudes about unity.

You need Hill to bring in the voters you need to win in Nov

Why isn't anyone talking about Mary Landrieu as a possible VP nominee? She is a fresh face that would be a wonderful complement to Obama's message of change.

Bonus points for being southern, female, and a populist who knows how to win elections.

Obama-Landrieu would be a dynamite ticket!

While Obama may not want to choose Hillary as his VP, he must realize that he is at risk of losing so many lifelong Democrats to McCain if she is not on the ticket.

Pushy Clinton supporters just make their candidate look so unprofessional. Does Hillary really want the VP job anyway? Give them both a couple seconds will ya!!!

Thank you Barack. EVERYone does need to settle down. Please don't give in to the pressure from Hillary or her supporters. For those who say they won't vote for him if she's not on the ticket. So be it. Vote for McCain or don't vote at all. Should the democrats lose the genera elections we will blame Hillary and her political career will be over. Either way… We won't have to deal with the Clinton machine anymore.

Does he not have a choice, last I checked – he did!!! if 17 million want to saty at home – do so…and answer for it later when Mccain continues war fro another 100 years!!!

TAKE YOUR TIME.
He had perfect judgement against this mess of a war we're in.
He had perfect judgement about that lame gas tax holiday.
He had perfect judgement throughout his campaign and made fundraising history.

TAKE YOUR TIME OBAMA.

DEMS '08

If Obama lets Hillary muscle her way onto the ticket now (and that is exactly what she is doing since she couldn't muscle the nomination out of the superdelegates or the DNC for all the Michigan electoral votes), then Obama is just plain weak. If he's that weak then he has no business being president. Truly!!!

NObama N08

Of course- that makes perfect sense…..No VP choice should be made without vetting all the candidates in the veep shortlist!

BO can't be bullied folks….just coz he is nice does not mean he is a pushover!

This whole process is undemocratic. How come a person called a "Super Delegate" gets to over-ride an average citizen's vote? I don't understand a party that claims to be a defender of the average citizen and doesn't even let the average citizen make the decision. This super delegate thing is just an insiders method to putting who is politically expediant into positions of power. It is a sad, sad day when we turn away an intelligent, hard working, majority winning woman in favor of the latest and greatest PC choice. Shame on you Democrats.

WHO CARES, OBAMA, MILLIONS OF US WILL NOT BE VOTING FOR YOU NO MATTER YOU YOUR VP IS. MACCAIN WILL BE THE WINNER!

As Hillary goes… so goes 52% of the democrats.

This man is not a democrat. So don't tell Hillary supporters they've destroyed the democratic party. He's a Marxist, he undercuts competition, getting their names off of ballots so the empty suit can win in Illinois. His entourage is nothing short of islamic jihaddists and anti american personnel. HE IS NOT A DEMOCRAT, he ruined the so called democratic party.

obama is damed if he does==damed if he don't

PEOPLE GET OFF HIS BACK, LET THE MAN BREVE

Well said! The choice of VP should be made by Obama, and all the pressures from outsiders should be ignored.

Please barry don't ask Hillary. She is too good to be on a ticket with you. She is so much better than that, you would just bring her down with you.

Smart move. If Obama wants Clinton on the ticket, this gives him a way to do it without looking as if he's caving in to pressure from her supporters. And if he doesn't want her on the ticket (as I'm fairly sure he doesn't), this allows some time for tempers to cool before he gives her supporters the bad news.

Hey Barack,
Did you ever read Julius Ceasar?? Remember what Brutus did to Ceasar in the end……Basically, if you put her on your ticket as VP then you will ALWAYS be watching your back (literally). Just something to keep in mind.

Sweetie, we are used to you dismissing women.

We will speak in Nov.

We will write in the BETTER choice.

I agree with him. It would be stupid, even if he eventually picks Clinton, to do so now without vetting them properly. Just look at the history of poor vetting, and you will see a democratic loss in the last 30 years that could partially be chalked up to a poor vetting process (missed spouse's issues).

I am glad that the aggressive leverage moves of late are fizzling. If Clinton is on the ticket, it should be done in a healing way, not a power play.

We are with you Senator Obama. Those of us who have been involved in your campaign, and watched the way you've handled the turmoil surrounding your candidacy, have no doubt you'll make a great decision – at the appropriate time. By the way – I love you and Michelle together. She is going to make a fabulous first lady! If you are half as good in picking a running mate as you were in picking a wife, then we are in GREAT shape.

That's right…………..Calm down people. Give the man some breathing room. All the Clinton supporters are now sweating him, but not long ago, they were bashing him.

Well… the way she conducted herself in this campaign doesn't bode well for such trust in a running mate if Clinton's the choice. Can she be trusted? Her supporters might trust her with somebody else's life but with their own? Above self- interest , etc? I think not…

He is so cocky he thinks he can win after his campaign of hate and destroy the competitor got him installed as nominee

PLEASE CLEAN THE POOL AFTER THEY LEAVE.

Republican for Obama:

Sound judgement? He didn't decide anything as usual. He needs to have a meeting with his campaign staff to come up with a response.

Will every decision be put on hold with this guy?!

GOD BLESS YOU MR OBAMA

maybe everone will get on to something else
this is your decision and i am sure you will pick a winner no matter who it is. we will back you.
god bless america and our troops

Great answer. Choosing a VP should not be a rushed or pressured task. It's his decision to make and I'm sure he will make the right one when he is ready. (I'm rooting for Joe Biden though).

He is right.

I think many don't realize yet that he is Presumptive Democratic nominee and he has the right to pick his running mate at the time and way he wants.

Only question to who are pushing for these efforts to land H. Clinton in the No. 2 spot. If Clinton were the nominee by now would they accept rushing Obama to the VP seat, I doubt it…..

No haste for party unity. Got it.

Thats right! Tell em Obama! Mind ya biness!

Very well said. This is an extremely important decision, and any candidate deserves time to make a deliberate and well informed choice. I do think the pundits and supporters out there need to back off for a bit. While I don't necessarily think Sen. Clinton is the best choice out there (though she would be great in other roles), I think anybody, regardless of their candidate choice, should be able to appreciate what Obama is saying about this issue. All parties involved are intelligent and thoughtful, and in the end we have to respect their choices.

NO HRC ON THE TICKET!!!!! SHE WILL BE AS DIVISIVE AS YOUR VP AS SHE WAS A CANDIDATE. YOU NEED AN ALLY NOT A FOE. A SUPPORTER NOT A USURPER.

BARACK DOES NOT NEED HRC ON THE TICKET TO WIN.

"…my final counselor…..". That should eliminate HRC as a candidate then. President Obama will need a sober (as in wise) second voice to make sure the decisions are for the good of a country. Not spun as a way to get points for a 2016 presidential bid. There are many qualified people out there (men and women) who have not ingrained themselves into the national conciousness as a shrill inflexible person with what seems to be only their best interest at heart.
Sen Obama has the luxury of a few days to enjoy his accomplishment and not be rushed into or forced into the wrong choice.

Obama/Edwards '08 & '12

> an infantile expression of instant gratification.

Pot meet kettle.

look me up at hillarywillbepres(channel name) at youtube

This is why Obama is the right person. He actually wants to think about the consequences of his actions.

Obama should balance the ticket with someone who is not sleazy or shallow. Hillary would fit the ticket, but I don't think she should ruin her career by becoming a second-rate nominee's running mate.

Democrats Unite:
VOTE McCAIN '08

I hope Mr. Obama takes plenty of time to review all his potential running mates. The "rush" to push HIlary Clinton on him is potentially disasterous for Obama. I know plenty of folks who will consider Obama over McCain but not with Clinton in the mix. I know some view it as a dream ticket; many see that "dream" as more of a nightmare!

We are with you Senator Obama. Those of us who have been involved in your campaign, and watched the way you've handled the turmoil surrounding your candidacy, have no doubt you'll make a great decision – at the appropriate time. By the way – I love you and Michelle together. She is going to make a fabulous first lady! If you are half as good in picking a running mate as you were in picking a wife, then we are in GREAT shape.

Some (NOT ALL) of the HRC supporters really need to wise up.

It is completely irrational to say that you will switch parties and vote for "McBush", just because your candidate lost in a primary. Especially when the Republican's views directly contradict everything that Hillary and Barack stand for.

Democrats,
If we don't put this foolish "infighting" aside, we may as well just rolL out the red carpet to the White House for McBush right now. Please, for the sake of this country, let us all be civil and unite for the good of our country.

OBAMA/CLINTON '08.

Mr. Obama , you need Hillary Cinton … to win the white House …
if you dont pick her … then you I can tell you now you will lose eeeeeeeeeeeee…….. I will never vote for you if you dont pick HRC…

Translation = I need Michelle's approval.

Absolutely President Obama. Second in command is equally important. Take your time. Don't let the media or others pressure you. You might as well get it right the first time around!

Maggie
Alberta, Canada

Well said!

Maybe, after the 50th time telling this same statement to the media, the news agencies & Clintonistas will start listening.

Take your time, Barack. Pick the person you think will best support your leadership.

Yes We Can!
You take your time Obama!!! Don't listen to everyone else and decide for yourself!!!

Obama 08 and 12

We need Hillary as Vice President.

Wonderful!!! I hope he picks Bill Richardson. 2 very inspirational leaders who we should all feel truly blessed to have running our country. I have prayed for this moment for a long time, and now my prayers have been answered in the form of President Barack Obama! He brings great promise to this country. For the first time, I really feel hopeful and unified with all my brothers and sisters. I'm so glad that witch (I won't even say her name) is finally gone and Barack can show us the way. YES WE CAN YES WE CAN YES WE CAN YES WE CAN

Even with Hillary as VP, Obama will not win in November. Sorry, but it's McCain. Obama is connected to Rev. Wright, and has no experience. There's no way Mr. Hopey will win.

I'm so glad the nomination process is over! Now Obama can finally step up and take charge! These people need to leave him alone before they completely turn him off to the idea of making Hillary VP!

As a lifelong Democrat, who has contributed nearly $1200 to Hillary Clinton's campaign, I just sent my first (of many more to come) contribution to John McCain,

Obama's "audacity" is finally sinking in. From book, Audacity of Hope: "I will stand with the Muslims should the political winds shift in an ugly direction."

NO more of this truly, truly scary person!

Hillary supporters………please don't write Hill's name on the ballot. I'm hearing talk that the vote might be counted for liar obama.
Please …….either don't vote at all or vote for John McCain. At least we know that John McCain is not a liar and will not sell this country out.

THAT IS WHAT I CALL JUDGEMENT!!!

LET'S GO DEMOCRATS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

As long as we beat McSame, I'm okay with who every he chooses.

Finally, a voice of reason. Let the process run its course.

Clinton cannot be VP

All that will do is take the Party-Division … and Clinton's venom – to a national level.

SHE IS THE WRONG CHOICE. We do not need these vicious vile and vitriloic threats by her "era". We need peace, unity and progress.

Put Hillary in a hospital and let her do her math and research there.

NOT VEEP. It ain't gonna work.

She lost, she refuses to concede – so the lady is better than she'll have American vote? Cool. But not as my Vice president. Untrustworthy.

I am still in awe over why so many call an Obama/Clinton ticket a "dream ticket". It's more like a "nightmare ticket" in my book. So many of Obama's supporters are just so sick of the Clintons that it would be a serious detractor.

i agree mr. president.shut up lanny davis!nobody likes you,anymore!

Senator Obama is exactly right. Hillary's supporter's are way out of line in pushing her on the nominee, the Vice President job is not a booby prize.

Its amazing how we all can get caught up in the whole bickering business & never in serious matters. The Democrates nominating system has not been thrown this year but this year it revealed its cracks, they tried to mend the best they can & now lets rally behind what they have done.

Obama has to be given his space to show everyone what change he is bringing in, he has already started with telling the DNC no lobby money. Its down lets see what else he has because it will be a long road

You see that? Sound judgement. That will be a welcome change when Obama's in the white house next january.

Make her VP or what? Openly support McCain?

You are supposed to be a man that can work with both democrat and republican.

If you don't choose Hillary and alienate 17 million of her voters, then you are proving you do not have the ability (or will) to unite members within your own party.

This isn't a threat – it's just the way things are. Like it or not, you need Hillary to win in November. If you don't select her, you will lose in November and she will have another opportunity to run in 2012.

Do what's right for the party! Keep to your word about unity. You already have kept Dean on so obviously you aren't opposed to keeping some things the same.

LOL, that means he isn't going to pick her. Good luck in November.

Bill Richardson is the clear choice for experience and credibility. He does not have the "flash" people are looking for but lets face it; unless John McSame gets a disgruntled Elton John as a running mate , there isn't much flash needed!

Exactly what I would expect to hear from Obama (ironically what David Gergen also said last night on AC360). Obama needs to take control of the situation and stop letting the media push the VP issue.

What a phenominal leader President Obama will be.

pick hillary and even chelsea will be pushing you around………

Why would she want it! The Dems will lose to McCain because they have alienated too many voters!

The biracial Obama didn't win – he was pushed over the finish line by super delegates in an infantile expression of instant gratification.

So there you have it – the Supreme Court elects Bush, and the super delegates elect Obama. Two losers – far right and far left. Bush = Obama. Two extremes don't = good change!

I have tried to wrap my mind around the despicable way the Dem Party and the far left media have engineered this nomination of a candidate totally unfit and unprepared to be president of the USA. I can't!

It is a nightmare but the American hero will win!

Former Dem supporter

Gotta love this guy…