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Peter E, the hate mongering has not come out of the Obama camp. Check your facts!!!

Obama talking to McCain is like a college professor trying to talk to a grenade.

It is QUITE simple: the [R]s have had all THREE branches of government for 6 years, and in just about every respect the country has gone into the toilet as a DIRECT result of their policies and actions.

During that time, McCain voted with the [R]s ~90% of the time to perpetrate this experiment of taking America back to the Dark Ages. Since then, McCain has denounced or flip-flopped on the other 10% of his votes in order to bury his nose into the butts of the far right.

Anybody who has paid attention for these last 8 years, who is not brain dead or retarded, would have to be MONUMENTALLY stupid to vote for McCain and a continuation of the [R] trainwreck.

If Obama talks about two issues at the same time McBush will get so confused he won't remember anything and if McBush yells loud enough Obama won't be able to continue because he'll be the guy who was given a wedgie in front of the girls!

Too funny!

"Booo hoooo,
Hillary didn't win the democratic nomination like I wanted. So I'm voting for McCain"............Give me a break.

Why will some democrats switch parties and vote Republican because Hillary was "Treated badly", or a victim of "Sexism".
As if Barack had anything to do with that…

Correct me if I'm wrong, but wasn't it Bill Clinton that said "Politics is a contact sport…" And "if you can't stand the heat.." Oh, I guess that only applied to Barack.

Please, let us put this foolishness behind us and unite as a party.

John McShame has nothing to offer this country.

Why doesn't one ever see Obama supporters criticize their candidate?

Hello my fellow democrat for Hillary !
She will officially end her qest for president on Saturday in Washington ,DC. Now , it is the time to choose the two major candidates to be our next Commander in Chief. I hope you know that John Mcain is the second best choice after Hillary. It is time for all American to pay back his family service that gave us freedom in this country. John Mcain served in Vietnam War as a fighter pilot and became a prisoner for 5 years in Hanoi Guine pig jail after his jet was shot down. He came back to us as our war hero and now is the time for us to say to him , thank you so much for our freedom and you deserve our vote. I am a new John Mcain 's democrat party. Obama deserves to be only the president of his racist church and go back to be with his crook friend in Chicago.

i have a few little words for mccain's 20-million-dollar May: BAND-AID!!

this is like putting a BAND-AID on the leg of a soldier whose leg was just blown off by an IED in YOUR war, mcsame!

McCain need to use some of his wifes millions to support his campaign and get some fo those Clinton voters who is goung to vote for him to finance him they sure didnt do it for her,they didnt have any money so they let her get millions of dollars in the whole,please Obama dont go to those town hall meetings on his terms take him to your crowds and see what he will do you will see how he stumbles he never speaks in crowds such as yours,cant doit,lets challenge McCain

See where Sen McCain has said to stop calling him Bush. OK, no more McBush. How bout McWar.

Talking about Obama does not have enough experience, I gues that is the reason our economy is so perfect now because George W. Bush had somuch experience when is was running for President.

Hey John,

SHOW US YOUR DONOR LIST!

I believe the reasons Hillary had somuch vote was because Republican was crossing over to vote for her. They know McCain would be able to beat her. Anyhow, for all the people out there who are saying they are going to vote for Mccain because H. Clinton didn't get the nomination is the stupidest thing I ever heard. Those mindless people was already Republican give me a break because it will not work.

I have a reminder to the so called Clinton supporter from Florida. By voting Republicans you are going to bring another Bush term via Mccain and in turn responsible for killing thousands of inncocent young Americans. Shake up your Brain as you may have to answer your kids and others for this foolish attitude. Also dont forget that Clinton wasall along selfish using the letter IIIII al along. Dont get fooled

Why is it all of the Hillary supporters would rather see Roe vWade end and add another war to our already overstreched economy than vote for Obama ?
Are they ready to send their sons and daughers to Iran because the US reinstitutes the draft again ?
IF YOU IDIOTS WANT ALL THIS VOTE FOR MC SAME

DOES IT JUST HAVE TO BE ANYONE...JUST SO HE OR SHE IS WHITE ? GET OVER IT!

Isnt it funny obama got most of the young vote i wonder why could it be that all the young in this country today have a d average in school compared to the rest of the world,you could ask any of them about obama and they will know nothing they just go along with the crowd like everything else.

Nikki you are delusional. Obama is not the anti-christ but a man capable of being greater than any President we have ever had.

Nikki : You should not be so hateful and call people names likes the Anitchrist, And I really don't think you can read anybody like a book as you say. I think you 'r just upset your canditdate didn't win, beleave me if he were the anitchrist you would not know it. So don't hate your fellow man, because we are all sinner, and when you call someone the anitchrist , you dam well better know you facts, I'll pray for and hope the antichrist don't come for you frist, scince you seem to know him so well.

Obama – don't do anything to help McCain. He is just looking for some free air time. They will be a time and place for McCain to debate Obama and on mutual terms...not on McCain's terms.

"Both said they looked forward to a 'civil discussion.'" I really hope this is true. I honestly believe that this likelihood is what helped both McCain and Obama rise to the top–an "audacious" hope that an election could "go positive" rather than wallow in negativity. (THAT more than anything else is what "change" refers to.) And I hereby apologize to all Clinton supporters who felt "hatred and personal attacks" from Obama supporters. I hope we can cool down and realize that we are all–Obama, Clinton, McCain, and their supporters–on the same side: i.e., we love our country and want what's best for it. All this nasty blogging needs to stop; American politics is not the Jerry Springer show, and such venom is extremely unhealthy for our future as a democracy.

They probably had a good laugh over the dumb chick who thought she could actually be president...good times.

If you vote on the issues:

Obama has the exact same economic policy of president Carter there is virtually no differance. (do you remember 18 % morgage rates?)

If the economy is your issue Obama is not your man , I know that only leaves McCain , but Mc cain's economic poilcies are very different from Bush's.

Maybe come 2010 we'll be missing Hillary more than we think!

To all the McSame idiots. I hope your children and grandchildren like the heat because next stop for them as per McSame is the sunny country of IRAN.

Nikki: I wonder what your idea is of an AntiChrist.

Clinton supporters who are saying you will vote for McCain: A vote for McCain shows you do not buy into Clinton's message. It is a way to devalue her.

cnn is so biased for obama youd think that obama s campaign has been paying off this news organization, can someone check into this they did the same with hillary.come on cnn why dont you dig into how and why obama got the house and lot he owns,dig into that lets see if you have the nerve.and to all the ladies ,you were shunned by cnn ,nbc,all of them and most of all by obama by stealing florida and michigan, dont let them shun you again show them your power vote for mc cain and let them see that you do know whats going on in the world.

I think Obama can really unite the country and move the country forward. His healthcare plan is really impressive.

At a time like this it would appear that we (the country) needs a mature , level headed, seasoned ,gutsy leader and not some liberal kid who appears to be still in college with ideals that may sound great but are un real and could mean the end of our country as we know it.
How long has Obama been in Washington? Has he even found the mens room yet ?
Our economy is down but not out, Some of his ideas may help some people now but what about tomorrow? The usual democrat line is like Robbin Hood , steal from the rich and give to the poor. Instead , help create and maintain an enviroment where there are jobs for all that want one . To let those who want to destroy us know that we can't be pushed around and that we will crush all that try.
Mc Cain is the person who can and will lead us through these very difficult times and not sell us out because of liberal idealisem .
Catrer was a liberal idealest and we had Americans held by Iran while our military couldn't fight their way out of a paper bag . Do we want this to happen again?
In 10 years or so Obama may have enough smarts to be president but not now.

I think it's going to be tough arguing with McCain. It's like having a discussion or arguing with my grampa 'coz they are already set on their ways. No more changing, it's my way or the highway. I don't have to listen to you son attitude. It is frustrating for Barak but I think he is going to show his playful charm to atleast respect the old man.

Off topic I know but what a great day no Hillary in the news what a great day...

BARACK / SEBELIUS 08

BARACK THE VOTE!!!!!!!!

The absolutely most idiotic thing I keep hearing is that Hillary supporters and people that supposedly call themselves "former democrats" are switching sides to vote for McCain in November because of the MEDIA!!!

Are you people serious?!?!?! You aren't picking a candidate based on merits....you are picking them because you feel the media (who are protected to share whatever view they believe in under the constitution) has been unfairly bias towards Obama.

Do you care about the future of our country? If you want to make a point that is worthy of the argument then protests the media...or turn off your TV or radio....but try staying true to your own morals, ethics, and opinions and vote based on the candidates....please...thank you....good bye!

This is the best the dems have to offer. With how bad the economy is and world affairs, this should have been a slam dunk for them. The dems are out of touch. Obama wants to divide our country. Look at his writings and the people that he considers friends and mentors. If it were the reverse. Turn it around. If he were white and going to meetings that attacked blacks, the person would be run out of town. Instead it is alright for blacks to attack whites. He does not have the character or experience to run even a medium size company let alone the United States.

Hey Senator's!:

Under the Constitution: the navy is required to protect and maintain the trade of the Union while in international waters and along its own coast, as the Postal routes are also under the duristiction of the Constitution, and as a great deal of telecommunications equipment is maintained in orbit, the navy, or mashalls office must also reach orbit in a method of protection.

A solution to this would be to maintain a fleet of mini-three man ships which can sail the ocean while nearly reaching orbit.

In space a station is required to maintain order, while a side organization supplies that station from the moon, while other corporations operate shuttle and repair services to satellites and allowing Naval facility on the moon to operate the mini-three man ships to reach orbit with levelled operations which reach orbit and the moon.

This allowing space a clean and free range for shipping routes, transportation, and tourism.

Speaking numbers Obama simply cannot win. 1. 1/2 of the voters that will not for him that would have voted for Hillary are not going to vote Obama even if Hillary is on the ticket, they simply dislike Obama that much. 2)There are more older white people in this country than younger college people and older (retired, etc) are more reliable voters. 3) Even if Obama gets 100% of the black vote , which he will not, it is still not enough.

Thje Wright thing is going to haunt him and cost him the White House. And apparently there is a video tape out there with Michelle O. giving a speech a Trinity that is not complimentary. Moderates have a greater chance than liberals to win the Presidency. Obama in no way shape or from is a moderate. And for all of ou who think ANY President will be able to just pull out of Iraq, you are very naive.

The last thing – in head to head town hall debates McCain has a great advantage. Obama speaks well with a prepared speech but other wise he stumbles. This is not to mention that according to The Wall Street Journal article which is very accurate. Obama has to raise taxes on the middle calss by about 15-20% to cover all of his social spending. This is on top of the enormous amount he will raise taxes on the upper income people.

This is not about Obama and the color of his skin. I wish he was a moderate or slightly left, I would vote for him. But, he is extremely liberal and his ties to radical black theology are going to bury him regardless of what MSNBC says to the contrary.

I think America is ready for a multicultural President, just not Obama.

Both candidates need to talk to the American people.

I would like to see discussion of issues in a townhall-style meeting, as McCain suggested.

IMO Obama wants to skate on prepared speeches and
canned answers.

He wants to keep real questions of American citizens at bay so that no one really gets to know the real Obama. He seems to want to stay in a protective bubble.

Obama wants to glide on charisma. Sorry, this isn't American Idol; it is the presidency and Obama needs to offer specific plans and answers.

What’s amazing to me is that Hillary’s disciples, are so upset with her losing that they are willing to vote for McCain. Like Obama did something illegal to win or didn’t play by the rules. Obama has done everything by the books. He followed the rules and he won fair and square. Hillary’s disciples need to think long and hard about what they are saying. Voting for McCain would be like cutting off your head to stop a headache.

McCain needs Obama to get people to listen to him.

His campaign is broke. Exactly what would happen to the U.S.A. if he ever became President.

As far as I am concerned, I am voting for President based on how they
have run their campaigns ( Cost effectiveness, Lobbyists, drama, etc)- PERIOD. Guess who gets my vote?

Now we will see that just as Bush's claims of bipartisanship were so much baloney, Obama's claims of bring a new way of doing business in Washington willfall into that same category.

Hillary was forced out due to sexism, and Obama will follow suit due to racism. Don't even forget who runs this country!

McCain is a liar, an adulterer, and an enabler (helping his wife get off the hook for falsifying PERSCRIPTION DRUGS in the name of her emplyees - yep she got of free as a bird people)

Those are NOT AMERICAN VALUES!

Great!!!

The Democratic Party can't understand why they are so angry and divided. This is God's will that the Democrats fail, because no one has the right to abort a child. McCain has promised to reverse Rove vs. Wade and God will reward him with the presidency. NO WOMAN HAS THE RIGHT TO CHOOSE MURDER OF A CHILD, EVEN A CHILD THAT'S A PRODUCT OF A RAPE!! GO MCCAIN AND DO THE WILL OF GOD!!!

FIGHT FOR YOUR RIGHT TO HAVE HILLARY!!!

DON’T VOTE OR VOTE FOR A GOOD MAN MCCAIN...I AGREE WITH ALL OF YOU!

I can't believe McCain is even in double digits. Look at what the Repugs have done to this country the past 8 years! And this dinosaur with a dinosaur-mentality wants to continue.

And 45% of the American people want him? I guess the Europeans are RIGHT about a great deal of Americans ... they really ARE that stupid!

If John McCain appears a bit “stiff” to you, rather than “bouncy” like Senator Obama, here’s why:

• In 1967 McCain escaped from his burning jet during the USS Forrestal fire. While helping another pilot escape, exploded bomb fragments struck him in the legs and chest.
• Later that year, his Skyhawk was shot down over Hanoi.
• McCain fractured both arms and a leg, and then nearly drowned, when he parachuted into a lake.
• After he regained consciousness, a crowd attacked him, crushed his shoulder with a rifle butt, and bayoneted him.
• He was transported to Hoa Lo Prison, the "Hanoi Hilton."
• Now having lost 50 pounds, in a chest cast, and with his hair turned white, a program of severe torture began on McCain.
• He was subjected to 2-3 beatings per week, as well as rope bindings.
• His injuries left him permanently incapable of raising his arms above his head.
• McCain was put into solitary confinement for 2 years.
• Altogether, John McCain was held as a prisoner of war in North Vietnam for 5-1/2 years.

Rezko....Wright.....farrakhan.....Ayers......Pleger

Who needs vetting? Say again?

Cool it, Obama supporters. You've been rough on Hillary today

As a republican, while I was admiring the accomplishment of both candidates, Clinton and Obama, I was troubled by the uncivil, hateful and unnecessary attacks by supporters of both camps against each other, especially from the Obama supporters. These personal attacks do no good to your candidate, nor your party, nor your country.
I worried how this kind of attacks will escalate when the focus is not on senator Clinton anymore. Well it has begun.
Unless your number is (or you are) insignificant as Obama supporters, how can he go forward in uniting the country as he campaigns for when you are so hateful?
I commend his ability to have garnered the support he has so far, his ability to inspire and motivate, his ideals, even though I will not vote for him for personal principle reasons.

Funny how during this entire campaign, no one has asked me who I am voting for. No pollsters have contacted me so how is Obama and mcCain neck and neck? This Clinton Voter will be voting McCain in November!

Hopefully some of these writers will put aside the slams on both candidates (in other words, grow up!) and listen carefully when they begin their townhall meetings. Listen carefully, try to put aside your political party bias and pay attention to what really matters. What these candidates each pledges to do to begin healing America. And, even before that, try to realize that Obama is very much a patriot, and great man, though I believe a bit inexperienced. McCain, on the other hand, is NOT "McBush"....if you listen carefully, he is proposing ANYTHING BUT four more years of Bush. Unfortunately, Obama used that strategy every time he had the chance. We need to be real careful, our country needs to do some serious healing, so let's drop the insults on both candidates and listen to what each has to say...rather than nixing either one before they have a chance.

After reading through all the above notes, I don't see how either candidate can move this country in a new direction. I am an independent voter who is as yet undecided but am totally turned off by the Obama supporters vitriol about McCain. Every time one of you mouths off like you have above, you look like Kool-Aid drinking fools. Let's face the facts, both candidates have problems. Neither of them are perfect and neither of them will be able to do what they want to accomplish unless they can bridge the partisan gap in the Congress. McCain has angered the GOP many times in the past by crossing party lines and Mr. Obama, in his short time in the US Senate and his times in the Illinois legislature has never crossed party lines. Time will tell but it sure would be nice if the respective supporters could act civil too.

Both will be civil, it seem like it is in both of their natures to be kind. It is the other groups like Moveon.org and the swiftboat orgainzations that will do the dirty work. Even if the candates are so pure they do not want negative adds, this campain will have the most negative adds in history due to third parties. The stuff that can be said about Obama with Wright and Obama's not soluting the flag, his wife not proud of her country comments will get the most negative play.

Hopefully some of these writers will put aside the slams on both candidates (in other words, grow up!) and listen carefully when they begin their townhall meetings. Listen carefully, try to put aside your political party bias and pay attention to what really matters. What these candidates each pledges to do to begin healing America. And, even before that, try to realize that Obama is very much a patriot, and great man, though I believe a bit inexperienced. McCain, on the other hand, is NOT "McBush"....if you listen carefully, he is proposing ANYTHING BUT

It is my hope that both Mr. Obama and Mr. McCain will be able to debate "one on one" without having to be referee but any mamber of the media, specially CNN,NBC, MSNBC and be subjected to the same stupid, moronic, imbecilic, inconsequencial, infantile, unrealistic usual questions about social issues ie: abortion, gay issues, religion, race, affirmative action, candidates and spouses personal life issues, and let both gentlemen debate best ways to improve life in America for those whop suffer disatvantages, how to maintain the best life style and economy in the universe for those who have succeded and those with the potential to suceed, how to end the war in victory, stop accusing each other, promise only what they can deliver, stop the lies about universal health insurance and the unrealistic promises of riches, specially for those that refuse to do for themselves ans spect that the goverment will provide for them.
(that's is socialisim /communisim ), engage in actions that will help the environment and tell those radical environmentalist to take a hike.

Obama does not have enough experience to lead the country at this point. If you don't believe me, do some research. He's a well spoken, intelligent and educated candidate but that's all. If he's elected, then we're in no better place than we were. I'm a minority but I don't think Obama is good enough to lead based on his experience in the U.S. Senate and his prior experience in the State Government. He has only served 4 years in the U.S. Senate from 2004-2008. As much as I disagree with McCain on some key issues but he's the lesser of the two evils. He has the experience.

I encourage everyone to do your research before making any of your decisions. Being informed is crucial. Do not base all your decision from Radio or News. They are often bias. You should get the fact.

After all the hatred and personal attacks Obama supporters spouted against Hillary, alienating her supporters, I strongly doubt he'd have any chance of regaining several of the key states. With all the insults hurled against Florida from Obama supporters it is certain McCain will take that state. The same goes for Ohio. Perhaps even Michigan and Pennsylvania too. Obama will start with a huge deficit, thanks to his hate-mongering supporters, that he'll be hardpressed to make up for. And don't even hope for gaining any of the past red states. Obama is known to be the most liberal senator. Remember what that label did to Kerry and Edwards in 2004?

Their civility won't last long. The Obama Network (CNN) will see to that.

If you think the Democratic party was split between two candidates, be prepared for our country splitting and fracturing between several factions in the coming months. It's going to get real ugly very soon.

My hope is that everyone gets all their venom out and over with by January of next year when President John McCain takes over the white house so we can be united Americans once more. Obama people, your time is coming to step back and watch someone else celebrate.

Go McCain – here's a Hillary voter for you.

FB .ANOTHER THING YOU HATERS. OBAMA NEEDS HRC MORE THAN SHE NEEDS HIM. THATS THE FACTS. I THINK YOU HATERS SHOULD GROW UP. YOU ARE ALL IMMATURE. YOU NEED TO LEARN RESPECT, BECAUSE YOUR PARENTS SURE THE HECK DIDN'T TEACH YOU ANYTHING.THE BEST WILL PREVAIL. HRC COULD JUST RUN INDEPENDANT AND WI`N AT THE CONVETION.. DONT EVER THINK SHE CANT.THEWAY YOU HATERS ARE SHE SHOULD. THAN IT WILL BE ON YOU O.B. SUPPORTERS HEADS. YOU WILL BE THE REASON HE LOOSES. SHE COULD GET ALL 18 MILLION AND MORE VOTES FROM INDEPENDANT. THINK ABOUT IT HATERS.

I got into a fistfight with a black man once. It was like punching a rubber tree. That guy was a hard one to knock down. The more I punched him the more he kept coming back. Because of this McCain doesn’t stand a chance. Obama is going to beat the snot out of him. I got into a fight with an old guy once too. I farted and he fell over. This represents how easy the fight will be for Obama. McCain is done!! Stick a fork in him.

I agree with those concerned with the candidates' health during the upcoming debates. Sen. Obama could crack under the pressure.

It is amusing that Obama supporters still spend so much of their energy spouting negative, personal attacks against Hillary, even on a topic like this. Give it a rest already! Alienating Hillary and her supporters isn't going to gain Obama any more votes! And like it or not, they are democrats too! But then again, even if your cat coughed up a hairball you'd blame it somehow on Hillary. Oh well, I don't mind really, if you want to make it so easy for McCain to take the presidency. I thought it would be more interesting of a race than that. But if the democrats want to destroy their own party...

People need to realise that just because a candidate votes against a bill doesn't mean that he is agains the concept. Chances are, the bill was crap and would not accomplish it's goal (like most).

Perfect example is the GI bill that McCain disagreed with. It would provide extra schooling money tall ALL GI's, regardless of time served. This would lessen essnetive to become noncommissioned officers.
Since McCain wasn't against the concept, he proposed his own version that gave more schooling money to those that had longer service. You won't hear this from barack and the dems who want to falsely paint him as being non supportive of veterans.

More work = more reward. I know a lot of libs don't agree with that, but it's sound policy.

This is so strange to watch...I have been following these elections closely. Both candidates are equally qualified and did a great job in their campaigns..Obama got more delegates and those are the rules.
Its incredible that American Democrats will threaten to vote for Republican if they do not get hillary on the ticket. I guess the country is in such great shape that it might as well be forfeited to McCain. This is really "baby" season...why don't people look at what the party stands for. Hillary will be ok..will America???

John 100years McCain is joined at the hip with Bush, and he is also the 3rd coming of the Bush administration. Obama will make his case to the people and I suspect given that Bush's approval ratings are the worst in the history of America, it wont be to hard to connect the dots.

Obama 08- Bring the troops home America

Now that Hillary, her husband and his embarrasing antics are out of the way.....we can finally get down to business.

In Texas,If Republicans make up 9 percent of the Democratic electorate, the average suggested among major polls this week, Obama's advantage of 2-to-1 to 3-to-1 could translate into a 3½- to 5½-point pad ..

Texas Republicans had a unique opportunity on March 4 to help deliver the final death blow to the Clinton campaign. Given the animosity that many Republicans have for Hillary it's no surprise that many of them cross party lines and vote for Obama. But Sen Clinton still give obama a sound whipping. obama will loose big in Nov.

OBAMA and McSAME on the same stage the RNC is pretty desperate these days. John Mccain cant draw a crowd, he cant raise his arms up over his head, and he cant read, His recent speech in LA was the worst speech or attempt a speech I had ever witnessed. So keep your town hall meetings and draw your 200 non- objective spectators OBAMA will keep filling arenas and stadiums and any other venue he chooses, O and who want to fly on the same plane as you MCSame you know OBAMA cant sit in the Seniors section.

To John from CA. If you reduce taxes, people will spend that money on good and services. Taxes are generated from those sales.

Better to have a good economy and good tax revenues than a crappy economy with only slightly better tax revenue.

You will never pull out of any economic downturn by raising taxes.

To answer your question about paying the bills...you quit wasting money with wasteful, inefficient govt spending.

Lenny you need mental health care.

John from CA,

Not for nothing, but sometimes reducing taxes stimulates the exchange of goods and services, all of which is taxed. In other words, sometimes reducing taxes can actually INCREASE tax revenues.

Of course, if we could tax flowery speechs and empty rhetoric, the government would just be rakin' it in from Obama's campaign every time he speaks.

McCain for President '08
Vote YES to experienced and qualified leadership from a moderate Republican!

"To walk with kings and not lose the common touch."

One of the Presidential candidates certainly embodies the grace of which Rudyard Kipling spoke.

Mike

A few people in here, regardless of your poliitcal affiliations, need to fix your 'caps lock' key.

Hillary Clinton has no need to hang her head or capitulate to anyone. A pathetic media fires up Obama supporters unnecessarily by their constant negative critiquing of Clinton. It's to their advantage to keep the fires of dissent burning. So many simple minded people fall for the emotional fever pitch rhetoric, they are so predictable. Again, we ask where are the educated people in the Obama camp?? My advice to Hillary Clinton would be to run as far away from the Democratic Party as possible and take her family with her. She and her family have already been hacked up and picked over by the Obama campaign, the DNC and the media vultures during this entire primary race, not to mention her supporters and campaign workers. I am praying daily that the Clinton supporters, independents and all good Republicans will see through the Obama smoke screen and get on board with the only candidate left who can lead the USA to safety, President, John McCain 2008.

To Kenneth M:

You say that Russis chose change over the old guard. They certainly did. They voted for a young, dynamic, leader.

The got a repressive, big government wanna-be dictator.

I'm sure they were chanting "Yes We Can" as Putin campaigned.

Obama must show respect to Hillary Clinton and the 18 million, including myself, who voted for her. I am waiting as I'm sure others are to see what Senator Obama does in the following days. My decision for the November election will be determined by his actions towards Hillary Clinton.

I am a registred Democrat, and I honestly do not believe that Obama will win the election in November. After all of the debates and all of the political ads, I believe the most Americans ultimately will vote for McCain. People will call into question Obama's ability to be a commander-in-chief, they will say that he has insufficient experience, and however unfortunate, they will look at his race and ethnicity. Hey, I could be very wrong, but I see a very large McCain victory on Election Day.

If this isn't about race,why did I read several articles in Philadelphia area newspapers today which totally focused on the race issue? There was even on on the SPORTS page in the Inquirer.
In addition, all you alarmists need to know that several news sources today used the "A" word to describe Caroling Kennedy as JFK"S daughter and there was even a more blatant reference to the demise of RFK as it is the anniversary of his "A". I certainly hope no one gets any insidious ideas after reading these inflammatory stories.

McCain just NEEDS some TV time. He's got nothing and a debate with Obama will prove it

McCain just wants (NEEDS) some TV time. He's got nothing and every debate with Obama will prove that devestatingly

I'd just like to ask all of you people voting for McCain why it would be a good thing for taxes to be reduced. How the hell would we pay for the roads, schools, and our TRILLIONS of dollars in DEBT and the war in Iraq that should be OVER

John McCain may start out civil but as soon as Obama tries the no substance crap and the dirty politics that he did against Hillary Clinton the gloves will come off. Hillary lost because of some stupid advisors and because she refused to fight dirty like Obama and the democrat leadership committee. Contrary to what the media portrays Bill Clinton as losing his touch and making so called racist statements about Jesse Jackson and south carolina was nothing but a B.S. farce that the media and the Obama campagin used as reverse racism baiting to take out Bill Clinton's Impact on the race. Hillary should have listen to Bill . He seen this ploy and said he would have got down in the dirt with them. If she had listen to him instead of some of them bleeding liberals she would be the nominee now. The republicans will play ball like Bill would have done. They want allow themselves to be called a racist and not answer back. Obama got a free ride on that from the democrat party and the media even though he ,his wife and advisors and reverends and church members were the ones making all the racist remarks and hate speeches about america. Look for the Michele Obama video and a lot more to come out in the october surprise. The republicans will use it and not let the media hide it or spin it for their annointed one. The republican party is not scared of the press.

Charlotte,sweetie, bitter much? Hillary has accepted that Barack will be the nominee in August you can too.

Nikki @9:06: Open the Good Book and cleanse your heart from hatred.

Glad to hear this, although anyone who knows anything about the 2 candidates know that Obama will mop the floor with McCain in every debate!

Like him or not, the man's gifted!!!

OBAMA ' 08

LISTEN TO THE OBAMA SUPPORTERS, ESPECIALLY "LENNY" THE PLAY WRIGHT LOL

THEY ARE ALREADY TRYING TO PLAY THE RACE CARD AGAINST JOHN S. MCCAIN.

AND THEY CLAIMED THEY DID NOT PLAY THE RACE CARD AGAINST HILLARY R. CLINTON.

WHAT THE RACE CARD SPEAKS TO IS ALL ABOUT ENTITLEMENT!

TO BRYAN:

When history is being made, that preempts everything – including McCain's boring speech.

Yes let's have debates and talks with McCain but don't pressure him too much. In that age things can happen.

Hillary or McCain!

Dear Dccret,

I too am voting on the issues. And here are the correct answers:

1. Economy McCain
2. Education McCain
3. Energy & Oil McCain
4. Foreign Policy McCain
5. Woman and Civil Rights Obama
6. Homeland Security McCain
7. Universal Healthcare McCain
8. Iraq War McCain
9. Iran McCain

My reason is because Obama has not yet proven himself whereas McCain has. Doesn't it just make sense that it depends on where you stand at on the issues? Who says YOU and Obama are right on these issues. I happen to think you are totally wrong. so based on My beliefs, and being a corporate manager in a Fortune 500 company, I'd say McCain is far and away the best candidate to be President. By the way, what credentials do YOU have?

Also notice I left off immigration because they are both wrong on this issue IMO. Illegal means it's against the law and until Congress votes or the Supreme Court rules that people can come in this country any time they want, then nothing short of completely sealing off the borders and deporting all illegals is correct.

MUST HAVE BEEN SHORT. THE MCBUSH ATTENTION SPAN

GOES DOWN HILL AFTER A FEW MINUTES.

LET'S HOPE THE DID NOT HAVE A DISCUSSION ON THE

ECONOMY. THAT COULD CAUSE MCBUSH A SEVERE

HEADACHE IF NOT AN OUTRIGHT SEIZURE.

Obama,

Get ready for the Republican swift-boating tactics.

"Nikki June 5th, 2008 9:06 am ET

Osama, oops I mean Obama, you are the AntiChrist and just so you know you don't fool me. I can read you like a book. You may win this election, but it's only b/c it's God's will; for it is written in the Holy book. I feel sorry for the people who follow you."

Dear Nikki,

I'm very confused by your statement–don't you know who God bless no man curse. Get it up already, someone can't be "Anti Christ" and still be bless.

As all American Christians would know...the Gospel of Matthew says "Watch out for false prophets; they come to you in sheeps clothing but inwardly they are ferocious wolves." Things are not as they always appear- now the general election will allow us to see the real candidates. Check VOTESMART.org for candidate voting records....you'll be surprised at the wolf in sheep's clothing. This country's future depends on it.

Hopefully these two can have a decent intellegent debate unlike the fools commenting here.

McCain 08.

DID MCBUSH STAY AWAKE FOR THE CHAT?

OBAMA SHOULD BE PREPARED TO REPEAT IT A FEW TIMES.

YOU KNOW HILLARY HAS MORE POWER NOW THAN SHE DID RUNNING. BOTH OBAMA AND MCCAIN WANT HER SUPPORTERS, RATHER IRONIC ESPECIALLY WHEN OBAMA SAID MONTHS AGO THAT HE COULD GET ALL HER SUPPORTERS BUT SHE COULD NOT GET HIS. HE WAS WRONG........NO MATTER WHAT HILLARY SAYS THERE ARE STILL UNANSWERED QUESTION ABOUT OBAMA, HE STILL HAD RELATIONS WITH THE WEATHERMAN, FARAKHAN, AND THE IDIOTS OF HIS SO CALLED 'CHURCH' AS WELL AS WITH REZKO. HE IS NOT TO BE TRUSTED AND SHE BROUGHT THAT OUT. SO NO MATTER ANYONE SAYS YOU GUYS, THE MEDIA WHO ELECTED OBAMA OR THE DEMOCRATIC POWERS THAT BE, OBAMA WILL NOT GET THE MAJORITY OF HILLARY'S SUPPORTERS.

18 MILLION STRONG

MCBush/Cheney 2008!

Thank god Hillary won't be getting into the White House, not as president anyway!!! But I am also terrified at the thought of Obama getting into the white house. Obama is a great speaker, a little too great for my comfort. He's very Jimmy Carter-esque, and he has a way of making people feel all warm and fuzzy.

Obama says "Yes We Can", but he should be addressing "How We Can". I think Obama's political inexperience is going to be his downfall. And I think if he gets in office we're all in for a very unpleasant surprise.

Calling Barack Obama an empty suit is an insult to the fashion industry.

It is expected that some women are going to feel that Hillary was a victim of sexism. But, I know from facts that every single person I talked to about our candidates had nothing to do with the fact that she was a woman. The fact of the matter was is that she ran a manufactured and processed campaign people are sick of seeing. Americans want truth and someone who they can actually empathize with. Change should be on everyone's forefront in this country. The people have to get us out of this war, economic crisis, diplomatic failures, and the person to lead us in that direction is neither Hillary or John. They are the product of the problem that brought us here to begin with. They are scared to change what should be changed and people need to be aware that things cannot continue to go this way in our country or we will eventually meet our doom.

It doesn't make a difference McCain or Obama. Our government whether run by democrats or republicans isn't capable of solving problems because they are too busy trying to get re-elected. For 35 years they didn't do anything about gas standards, environment, social security, health care and they won't do anything now because they have a vested interest in not solving problems. Leadership in government? Efficiency in government?

AS A VOTER WHO IS BACKED BY MILLIONS, BARACK BETTER KNOW THAT WE DEMAND HER ON THE TICKET BECAUSE I AS 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 THE SAME STRENGTH AS THE OBAMA SUPPORTERS AND IF WE BACKED MCAIN HE WOULD WIN. 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!!!

To people complaining about all the Obama stories, HELLO, wake up you psychotic Clintomaniacs and Mcsamebots...HE JUST WON THE NOMINATION. HE IS THE NEWS.

Obama supporters don't be put off by the so-called Clinton supporters saying they will vote McBush, not vote at all or will do a write in for Hillary. The overwhelming majority of them are the stealth Republicans that Bush Limpbaugh and Karl Rove have writing in to sway folks. It's the same tactics of Bush Limpbaugh and klarl Rove getting the radical right hate mongers to vote for Hillary so she would be the candidate that they really wanted McBush to face in November. They knew Hillary would unify and ignite their GOP supporters who hated her. Also, any Hillary supporters who want to fall for that crap and vote for the same GOP hate mongers and war mongers and who truly hated Hillary, well too bad. You won't change them as they have lost all reeason and I say good riddance. We need positive supporters willing to work for Obama and beat McBush. We definitely don't need irrational, whinny sexists or racists. nmaybe the GOP is where they truly belong.

if obama choose hillary for v.p. than his whole "change " message is one big lie

Why will some democrats switch parties and vote Republican because Hillary was "Treated badly", or a victim of "Sexism".
As if Barack had anything to do with that...

Correct me if I'm wrong, but wasn't it Bill Clinton that said "Politics is a contact sport..." And "if you can't stand the heat.." Oh, I guess that only applied to Barack.

Please, let us put this foolishness behind us and unite as a party.

John McShame has nothing to offer this country.

McCain and Bush 're dummies..they can't even read what is written for they without mispoke.one idiot in power another idiot trying to succeed him, bunch of idiots trying to vote him in...shame America...Obama should not talk to this old delusional lunatic......

I as an Obama supporter, and African American am proud of Obama, and especially this Country. I won't say the next 8 yrs will be the best, but I'll say they'll be noticeably better than the last 8. Obama supporters, stop bashing Clinton. Let them bash Obama if they so choose. They're hurt, and understandably so. Now is the time to unify. Even Hillary's own congressional delegation had to pull the plug. But now that she will endorse and campaign for Obama, the vast majority of her supporters will fall in line.

Obama don't fall for McCain's gimmicks... the GOP has no idea how to run a civil campaign...

DEMOCRATS UNITED FOR OBAMA 08

Lets have no more talk of Hillary. She has dishonored herself, her party, and her supporters by not conceding and falling into the ranks as did Edwards Et Al. She used the kitchen sink, reckless statements, and pouting to no avail. Now she wants to demand the VP position. From now on lets speak only of the issues:
· End the War
· Universal Healthcare
· Turn the Economy Around
· Fight the Greenhouse Effect
Vote Obama

People must like paying more in taxes. McCain you have my vote all the way.

Does anyone who writes on this, really read what they wrote. Some of these are just plain ignorant comments.

When the elections come, everyone can vote for who they believe will be the better president to fix this country. If some idiot votes for someone just because he / she is mad because the woman or man (lets not play the race / gender card) did not win, then that is stupid. Everyone should vote for the person they want to be president *even if you have to write in the name. If you want to vote for the person that you don't believe in, just to make a point you have the right, but isn't that the what terrorists think. I am sure that these extremest believe they have the right to do the unthinkable. Voting for someone to punish others is just about the same on a smaller scale.

If I must choose between doing what is right or wrong, I choose the right.

Obama: What's up, McShame. I mean McSane.

McCain: What's up boy? Imma gonna whip ya azzzzzzup.

Obama: Not in 71 years old man. Did you vote for Social Security checks to come on time this month?

McCain: You newbies always trip on stuff like that. I'm gonna gettum until S.S. funds run out. Let's get to some of those townhouses. I mean town halls.

Obama: Any place. Any Time.

McCain: Meet me in Alabama Boy...

Obama: Wait a minute. You know I don't know my way down there.

McCain: Good. I will send you directions. From Chicago, take I-55 to Memphis. In Memphis, take 78 to Birmingham. I can have my judges to meet you there. You know the judges in Alabama wear white robes vs. black robes.

Obama: Sounds kinda fishy. Never saw a judge in a white robe. Can't we just meet in Mississippi?

McCain: They wear white robes there too. It will be OK. We will have a Hawaiian Lou Isle/Holy Celebration. You'll love it. You might even get a little burn on ya.

Obama: You sure it's OK? Never heard of a Hawaiian Lou Isle in Mississippi. How about Arkansas?

McCain: Well the judges just changed robe colors there too. That's the new headquarters. But come on boy. They don't hang folk anymore if that is what you're thinking. Heck you almost one of us. They would just probably beat one side of your body. Which side of ya is black and which is white?

I agree with "Didine – Maryland." For the first time, I am not going to vomit day-glo if my candidate doesn't win. There are strong policy differences between McCain and I but, I know he wants whats best for the country; unlike the "clown prince of politics" we have now.

For all those that voted for W: Thats a bad, bad voter!!! Why don't you sit this one out?

I am pleased to see Barack Obama succeed in gaining the nomination and making history. It is starting to matter less about race or religion or background finally. However, as a moderate conservative, I would like to hear more about his economic and foreign policy ideas. I am not anxious to pay more capital gains taxes or payroll taxes, but if we can spend less on Iraq and start to get some universal safety net health insurance and stay out of inflation, it might be worth it. Thus far he seems too far to the left for me, but time will tell between him and McCain (who I believe is just to the right of the aisle and less "right-wing" than most give him credit for.) Let the "civil discussion" begin!

"We have up on this stage an african-american, a woman, and... John"

Oh I can't wait for the media to swoon over Obama when he belittles the next 'John' in the upcoming debates.

After reading all 65 of these comments, the only conclusion I can reach is that our educational system is a dismal failure.

Obama for President!!!!
They'll do what they've always done, attempt to befriend you and steal all your goods. Unfortunately we still have haters amongs us who hate simply based on the color of ones skin. You can't teach an old dog new TRICKS. I wish all of you non-believers could be sent to another planet. We will put McSame to McShame.

HILLARY WAS FORCED OUT BY SEXISM!!! June 5th, 2008 10:42 am ET

JOHN McCAIN HAD KIND WORDS FOR HILLARY.

I KNOW THAT THEY HAVE BEEN FRIENDS FOR A LONG TIME.
OBAMA NEVER HAS HAD ANYTHING NICE TO SAY ABOUT HILLARY,
ONLY TO LAUGH AT HER AND MAKE FUN.

HE IS AN EVIL MAN WITH LITTLE CHARACTER.

HILLARY WILL ALWAYS HAVE MY SUPPORT!!!!
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i guess you have not ever listened to ANY of his speechs and I guess I must return to form since I tried ot be nice but cannot take the lies and ccries of the clintonistas any longer

moronic clintonistas shut up

Throwing insults at a war hero, the guy in the sky who dropped the sticks and saves the lives of so many G.I.'s on the ground? You folks don't have any respect for anything but yourselves. You will be fighting on two fronts, and like two dictators in the not so recent past, you will lose in the Fall. Those Russian winters. You lost the election folks and from what I am reading all over the internet, Dems are flocking to the "Sky Pilot" in droves now since you threw insults at a fine lady too! Remember, you lose, so why bother to waste energy which your candidate wishes to conserve, so he states. You lose. Your Party is lost. The Reps are getting tens of thousands of crossovers. Yes, these were once loyal Democrats. You lose. You are losing right now, at this very moment tens of thousands are leaving your flock. You lost. Throw in the towel and save the fuel for the winter. Your lose, got that. You lose.

I'm going to love it when the liberals fall flat on their faces, but its going to suck at the same time because the liberals are going to crap on our country and our people. They are more concerned with polar bears and other countries opinions of us that they will magnify the current problems of today.

Since when do people believe that liberals are going to solve our economic problems? Redistribution of wealth is not a problem solver, its a war starter. I'm prepared to do what it takes to keep this country from becoming a socialist, communist, politically correct state. I've had enough.

As far as the 2nd amendment goes: We don't pick and choose what parts of the Constitution we like.
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Actually you moronic clintonista WE DO! you see the founding fathers gave us a way to "pick and choose" the parts of the Constitution we like, it is called amendments (you know like the 2nd one and oh yeah the 1st one!)

It is a way to keep the document alive and adjusting with the times and the realities of the world (I KNOW Reality is something clintonistas cannot face), unlike you the founding fathers thought about what they were doing and knew that they would not get it completly right for all times..see intelligent people recognize things might cahge and that what is right today may not be right tomorrow we call it THINKING try it sometime you moronic clintonista!

As for those who cry about how the obama supporters are not reaching out ot the clintonistas with open arms and gifts and begging them to come into the fold why should they? you lost you are NOT that important and, if oyu look at the numbers you are <10% of the US go away obama can bring in more voters than you, he did it in the primaries and can do it in the general no worries here

My vote goes to McCain come November.
I supported Hillary, the first MOST qualified presidential candidate.

Hillary is such a honorable person. She was treated with disrespect. I am sorry I can not stand this.

Now, my vote goes to McCain, and so my family and friends.

After battling it out with Hillary for several months, McShame will be a cakewalk...

I think Barack's biggest problem will be not trying to appear to vengeful, while he is verbally abusing McShame to a bloody pulp.

Obama/Clinton '08.

Both candidates playing clean doesn't mean their surrogates will... The smear will go on. Now the question is: Will Obama fight back or Kerryrise himself.

Way to go Charlotte. Good job. You do the write-in thing. But I do not understand way a GOP supporter would write in Hillary Clinton.
By the way, Do you have a job? You spent a lot of time on the blogs.
Get a hobby or something. Find a productive way to spend your time.

Chuckd

Lets have a group hug! Obamas answer to foreign policy?

Someone should give McCain a red bull. He really needs an extra something. Obama is going to run circles around McCain this election season. McCain had it easy during his primary but the general election will not be a walk in the park.

By the way Hillary was not forced out by sexism. Hillary lost because she underestimated Obama from the beginning, lets hope McCain makes the same mistake.

Did anyone notice the difference between McCain a babbling idiot and Obama the other night? I can't wait to see the two of them together debating Obama is NOT going to play around with McCain the way he did with Hillary who he really could not go toe to toe with without coming out looking bad for doing so, but McCain had better man up and had better learn to walk and talk at the same time and he need not come with those same old Republican wise cracks to hide behind. Come man to man McCain.

Women supporters were the main ones saying Obama was weak when it came to debating and dealing with Hillary, well she got away with a lot because Obama a strong intelligent black man could not freely handle her without people seeing him as threating to a short white woman so Hillary got away with much making her seem like she was handling Obama and in some ways she did, but only because he had to allow her more room. People we still live in a time where a woman, especially a white woman has to be handle with cloth gloves.

McCain is too old. The guy was in elementary school during WW II and actually remembers his father telling him that the Japanese had bombed Pearl Harbor, on Dec. 7, 1941.

Do we really need need a grumpy old guy who is past retirement age to be our next President?

The Anti-Christ, you have got be joking, come on folks there are to many very important issues facing this country to be coming up with mess like that. Is it possible to get serious about this campaign, is it possible to stop the mess about the primaries and start focusing on the issues that affect this country? Which is more important to you, your hurt feelings or the serious issues that affect this country? Calling Obama by another name or saying his is the Anti-Christ or a Muslim or the various things I have seen is ridiculous and does nothing but prove some people’s motivations and ignorance. Get mad at me if you wish but the truth hurts, this name calling is childish and stupid, people are not taking the issues seriously and people wonder why nothing ever changes.

Let us not forget that many voters only get their information from Headlines, email rumors and these posts.
Everything ugly we say (myself included) is translated by them as something Mr. Obama said. They have not listened to what is really said by him and have not read about issues or ideas.
As far as McCain, he should have been the target from the beginning.
Because of Hillarys negative campaigning, the things she said about Mr. Obama are being used by the Repugs against him. Her own words on film. If Hillary had spent the last 16 mos.attacking McCain, instead of Mr Obama, I would have respected her. He was civil and respectful of her throughout even if we posters have not been.
United we stand, divided we fall Dems. As for trying to threaten and intimidate I hope Mr.Obama will not succumb. Stand fast Mr. Obama and choose a VP who suits you
Fire it up! Lets go!
Obama '08.

Is this CNN or FOX? Take the worst picture you can find of Obama and the best of McwalkingCain and Obama still looks like our next President.

ok "Hillary was forced out by Sexism"

Are you Serious...

Obama continues to praise Hillary sooooooooo much he's making me sick........but thats the type of gentlemen he is...I guess no wouldn't notice a real gentlemen when you see one.

Remember the Clinton slogan regarding politics.........

"If you can't stand the heat get off of the kitchen .....its politics baby girl ....if you can't stomp with the big Dogs don't make up excuses.....

Hillary ran a great race and yes, as women we are very proud of her accomplishments ..........but its over

OBAMA 08

Dave........I heard that Obama said to him..I'm gonna whip that axx old man…CNN please look into this.cause that's a mean thing to say......
PLEASE :FYI: if so it would be the top of (BREAKING NEWS)

This is going to sound really petty but ... putting aside the content of what they may be saying ... just listen to the tone and tenor of each of their voices. McCain sounds tired, old and a wimp ... Obama's voice is clear, strong and energetic. Why would you want to vote for someone who sounds like a feather could knock him over?

Anybody else amused that the McCain campaign commercials make him sound like he's running as a Democrat?
Green Power promises? Check.
Corporate Accountability promises? Check.
Affordable Healthcare promises? Check.

But these are all empty promises, and nobody will be fooled. If it comes down to voting for a Democrat, and a Republican who has to run as a Democrat-sounding Republican, the Democrat will win.

Obama O8

An email this a.m. from Hillary states she will be supporting obama. Sorry Hillary, but I WILL NOT. Just because you lost doesn't mean I suddenly think he's the man for the job.He is unfit as ever.

It is nice to hear that McCain and Obama can talk with one another, but Obama is his own man and he should not listen to the Republican rhetoric of John McCain. It is only G.W. Bush talking just as he did in the 2000 and 2004 election to get people to buy into his foolishness to get the upper hand of his opponent. Obama, you are a very smart man so do not be pulled into this game with these thugs and if they want to say that you are being partisan, let them speak it loudly. These are tactics to use against you during their campaigning but hang strong to your word and do not be a softie and dive into their politics.

A civil discussion? Just wait until the swift boaters start running those Rev. Wright reruns. I will betcha that they will even come up with a member of the congregation who will say Obama was hooting and hollering and high fiving just like the rest of them.

McCain just wants to talk about war, that's all he knows. Plus he's boring as all get out.

While I suspect that both men will try to run a campaign like statesmen I do not think the parties and their supporters can do it. The RNC has shown, already, that they are willing to take things out of context and use them in their advertoisments. I expect no better from the DNC. I also have read enough of these blogs to know that the SUPPORTERS will post all kinds of crap here and on utube, start e-mails telling lies about both candidates, and buy air time to twist and distort facts (swiftboating) from both side. So while the candidates may run a statesman like campaign the rest of the country will go back to cut-throat lies and distorted facts and both candidates will take the blame for it and we will spend the next six months hearing "I do not endorse that statement" and "yeah right they have their supoporters say it then deny it all politics" Too bad these are two honest, honorable men running this time and the hatreds in this country will destroy them both so neither would be as effective a leader as they could be. Maybe we can someday learn to disagree without castigating those we disagree with but like som any other things when people cannot find a REAL reason why their point of view is more correct they attack the other and the others points.

Obama told McCain to "..leave my Hillary alone".
McCain told Obama "Hillary and her 18 million voters are mine!"

I think McCain wanted to know if he would be covered under the universal health care plan

I am truly sick of all those Clinton supporters who keep whinning so much. She lost. Its that simple. They underestimated the thirst and hunger for change in this country. She did not have a game plan beyond Feb 5th. Now if you want to vote for McCain, go right ahead. Afterall, you have earned that right to vote on the backs of slaves who have sacrificed to give you that right. Please let Sen. Obama alone and quit the democratic party if you must. But for crying out loud, stop your bloody whinning and grow a pair.

I dont believe HRC can undo what she did, It might be too late.

Hopefully the history books will be kind to her and not call her the Great Devider of 2008. What do you call it when Democrats that support Hillery become bitter and want to just prove a point?

What do you think the History books will say about HRC?

It's obvious that many of you Obama supporters were never taught the meaning of respect when you were growing up, if in fact you have grown up.

John McCain, unlike Obama has a life long record of service and sacrifice for his country. John McCain, unlike Obama has a life long record of pushing government reform. John McCain, unlike Obama has a record of reaching across the aisle to the other party in an effort to get things done in a bipartisan way. If you don't like John McCain that's fine, then show your dislike by casting your vote for Obama in November. Stop the childish behavior and show some civility and respect during this process and in turn your candidate will receive the same.

HILIARY WAS FORCED OUT STOP, THIS SEXISM TALK IS GONNA HAUNT WOMEN FOR YEARS TO COME SHE LOST GET OVER, AND OBAMA DID COMPLIMENT HER BUT I GUESS RACISM MAKES PEOPLE DEAF???

Some people on here are ridiculous. Nikki says Obama is the "antichrist" and you feel sorry for the people who follow him. WOW...what have you been doing for the last 8 years. If anyone is the antichrist it is and was Bush..who placed us in a meaningless war and is the cause of thousands of people..Americans and Iraqis deaths. Obama has only spoke on unity for all Americans and to end the war. As for "Hillary was Forced Out By Sexism" your opinion is so jaded that you must not even watch what Obama says. He has been praising her for her hard work and leadership for the past month. He even attributed the entire first part of his speech to her on Tues. Don't get so caught up in the fact that she lost that you won't do what's best for the country....and what's best is NOT 4 more years of Bush!! We can't afford that!!

OBAMA IS GONNA BEAT THE DEPENDS OFF OF MCCAIN-ANCIENT BEHIND............. HIS WAY OF POLITICS IS OLD, AND NOT NEEDED ANYMORE................

I beg to differ @*hillary was forced out*

Not *once* did senator Obama ever bring up any Clinton baggage
but you can bet a truckload of it will come up from MCbush and the republicans if she is on the ticket!!!!

senator Obama did argue on the issues and that is allowed!!

americans are tired of carl rovian tactics!!!

The Republicans run a civil campaign??

Since when has sharks become friendly to humans as dolphins are??????????????

Hey NIKKI

take one to know one.........................................

This moderators and journalists are so loyal to Obama. It's pathetic, my comments never get posted here, but always on the ABC site. People are right, CNN never talks about McCain and acts as if he doesn't exist. What about the Rezko story?? Obama definitely had a hand in some of those dealings. I read a thesis Obama wrote in 1995. His "change" everyone is so excited about only benefits african americans. All the references of change from the thesis represent the Black Value System. So all the caucasian americans voting for him and expecting this big change, you're going to be in for a big surprise. I think people need to get the Arby's sign out of their eyes. This guys not for the change you think!

Simple, vote Obama! I respect McCain, but he will choose a running mate who will appeal to his base and will have a very real chance of being the next president (how old is McCain now?). I don't believe McCain means a lot of his positions, seeing as he changed them only when he was getting through the Republican primaries, but the dude is one scare away from a place at Arlington cemetary. And the reason he changed his positions (he can't really go for it next time, he's too old) is the very reason we can't vote for him.

I see the republicans are up to their old tricks, trying to pose as Clinton supporters and alleging sexism and wrong doings from the Obama camp.

Its not going to work Repubs. We are on to your tricks. The Democratic Party stands United.

Come November Florida will send McInsane a very loud and clear message... "NO COUNTRY FOR OLD MEN"!

Obama supporters spout so much hate and negativity. For supporters of a man who you say will bring change and usher in a new era why do so many of you act like such spoiled bratty little kids? I mean we already have plenty of spoied bratty people now no change there :/

Awww, here comes the sexism card again. 50 states voted and he won. get over it.

I beg to differ @*hillary was forced out*

Not *once* did senator Obama ever bring up any Clinton baggage
but you can bet a truckload of it will come up from MCbush and the republicans if she is on the ticket!!!!

senator Obama did argue on the issues and that is allowed!!

americans are tired of carl rovian tactics!!!

Hey Andy J,NY. So you are moving to Montana because Obama is a "socialist"? Good,got news for you,Montana voted overwhelmingly for Obama! Maybe they'll educate you.

Are most people that short sighted? We will be paying an average of $2000 – $3000 more per family in taxes next year. We will have more social welfare programs with a government that is not able to keep them in check. Instead of paying for the medical expences of those who can't afford healthcare – our gov't will be adding the insurance middleman who will take their cut as well. Pork barrel spending will continue.
I am an independant – but a Democtarically controlled house – sennate and pres will be just as bad as having them all controlled by the Republicans.

Checks and ballances.

Connie Sturgeon..........I think this would be all right if Barack does not let McBush dictate to him when, where and how the meetings are held

You are SOOOOOO Right!!!!!! I was thinking the Same....HAVE A GOOD DAY!!!!

I think 18 million of us strong must unite and join McCain campaign to defeat Hussein Obama in the fall,so we can teach them a lesson not to mess with Hillary and her supporter ever again.

Go team Hillary!

John McCane is nothing more than a tramp who uses Bush to collect $35 million, only to break ranks with him a week later for political expediency.

His speech on Tuesay was lame, childish, repetitious, weak, irrelevant, and dishonest.

Obviously he needs new speech writers. Also, stealing Obama's message of change shows there is nothing original about McCane.

One more thing: McCane should spend some of his wife's money to fix his teeth, if he is going to continue to force his stupid grin on the American people.

NIKKI,

It is you and people like you that are living proof that Myopia is the disease that could be the downfall of this GREAT nation.

IT IS TIME FOR CHANGE, OPEN YOUR EYES PEOPLE. This country cannot survive 4 more years of the same failed policies

John McCane is nothing more than a tramp who uses Bush to collect $35 million, only to break ranks with him a week later for political expediency.

His speech on Tuesay was lame, childish, repetitious, weak, irrelevant, and dishonest.

Obviously he needs new speech writers. Also, stealing Obama's message of change shows there is nothing original about McCane.

One more thing: McCane should spend some of his wife's money to fix his teeth, if he going to continue to force his stupid on the American people.

Let's see how long McCrazy holds to his statement about keeping it at a "civil discussion". Last time he made a similar statement he starting with juvenile slams on Obama just hours later. It seems McCain has a problem with sticking to his word. Not only on this issue, but abortion, tax cuts, etc. He's flipped more times than Romney – or – maybe he just can't remember what the "mavericks" true convictions are.

NOW Obama proposes a” Lincoln/Douglas” debate to counter McCain’s initial proposal for a debate (such a debate is PRECISELY what Hillary proposed but Obama declined). NOW that he has his own thing in the bag (with the money of lobbyists), Obama wants to keep lobbyists out of the DNC - except that he will plant ANOTHER one of his operatives in the DNC - just like before. NOW that he has his own thing in the bag, he talks "tough" about terrorists - just like always. It makes me furious how Obama continues to steal other people’s ideas (even “Audacity of Hope” – Jeremiah Wright’s sermon) - and make them his own. IS ANYBODY LISTENING? What a fake and opportunist! I don’t applaud or support people like that! I prefer ORIGINAL thinkers.

"HILLARY WAS FORCED OUT BY SEXISM!!! June 5th, 2008 10:42 am ET
JOHN McCAIN HAD KIND WORDS FOR HILLARY.
I KNOW THAT THEY HAVE BEEN FRIENDS FOR A LONG TIME.
OBAMA NEVER HAS HAD ANYTHING NICE TO SAY ABOUT HILLARY,
ONLY TO LAUGH AT HER AND MAKE FUN.
HE IS AN EVIL MAN WITH LITTLE CHARACTER.
HILLARY WILL ALWAYS HAVE MY SUPPORT!!!!"
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Not true. Throughout the entire campaign, Obama has ALWAYS said that there were few differences between him and Hillary. That's the first thing you hear. He never got personal. He NEVER brought up personal problems like impeachment, travel-gate, whitewater, NOTHING.

Hillary was the one that got personal, getting her supporters to send false emails about him being a muslim, ad nauseum.

She was the one with the Kitchen Sink strategy, and he still rose above it.

If you really want to support Hillary, then try to convince HER to be a bit nicer to her fellow Democrats. Save the nastiness for John McCain. He deserves it!

I think that if they are going to have a "civil discussion", it should involve just a few simple questions:

1) When are we getting out of Iraq and Afghanistan?

2) What are you going to do about crude oil and energy problems?

3) Social Security/Healthcare? Your thoughts....

4) Education?

I think that if they give a straight answer to these questions, then I would take that over a civilized discussion anyday. By the way, I do feel that McCain is a little outdated to how things are going in the country as a whole, and you can't blame him because his age is the culprit.

And for the record, I agree, THIS IS NOT A GAME. This is probably the most important election in history right now, up there with Bush II/Gore and Bush I/Clinton. What happens in November will probably effect is for 8-10 years, whover the president is and whatever term they serve.

I do believe that McCain is not the guy for the job, and believe that a better VP pick for Obama would be Edwards, someone I like and is from my home state.

By the way, who the heck is McCain's running mate? Have we heard anything else about that???

I would love to see the day comes when all citizens of the US can unite as one. I am proud of the accomplishments that have been made in terms of race relations. Those folks who will not vote for Senator Obama because he is black, just don't know how uneducated, and foolish they sound to the world. As an immigrant, I am proud, and I can only hope and pray that this great country will fulfill its greatness, and show the world how civilized we have become.

I pray that those people who exhibit racist sentiments will take a deep breath, and understand how dangerous racism is, and how destructive it is for our children and grand children. Senator Obama will be for everyone, so those who feel threatened, need not be. Afterall, Senator Obama is from a multi-cultural background, so how could he be against anyone because of their race, culture, and ethnicity? Racisim is poisonous, destructive, and unnecessary.

i know all of you Hillary supporters who are disappointed that she didn't get the nomination you would vote for McCain but before you cast your vote think about that mom son or daughter who join the army so that they could get a college education and ended in a Busch war and lost a leg or life think about that when you vote for John McCain

dccret...i agree with you....
obama is the man for ALL the country..and especially us working stiffs...
Too long have we been held prisoner by the wealthy and big business. Without us where would they be? it's time they be reminded of that. What ever happened to government by the people and for the people??? Seems like that is no longer a welcome statement in America. Perhaps Obama will revive it..

I can hardly wait for the debates to begin....they will be awesome in so many ways. Go Obama2008

McSame has too much to answer too. He comes off as an old man who don't know which way to go. Obama can help point him in the right direction.

Obama 08

I never thought that I will support McCain, but here I am thanks to mean Obama supporters! Go McCain! I will work hard with people around me to do the same!

McCain 2008!!!

First, to everyone who will not vote for various reasons, what do you think will happen if you don't. You will still be unhappy no matter the outcome. everyone needs to remember at one time in this country, there were some among us who weren't allowed that right, you need to do it
just for the simple fact you can. I have spoken with many people who have parents who migrated here and cannot vote but they made sure their children did and feel it is so important and cannot figure out why people with a natural born right are so apathetic about voting.

Second, we are in trouble. Have been for a loooong time. No I don't think Obama is the second coming, but he does represent change. In more ways than one. Give the guy a chance, look at what he has done so far come out of nowhere to be the star of the show. I hate to say it , but he is our best option. America was loved around the world at one time, worshipped even, not so much now. We have had 7.5 yrs of a total image obliteration. I am almost ashamed of where I'm from. We used to be the greatest country on earth, but our citizens have been raped and pillaged by corporations and those in power til we are almost defenseless. Take back your voice and vote, for anyone just do it!!!!

I dont believe HRC can undo what she did, It might be too late. Hopefully the history books will be kind to her and not call her the Great Devider of 2008. What do you call it when Democrats that support Hillery become bitter and want to just prove a point?

What do you think the History books will say about HRC?

Um...NIKKI @ 906am?

COme on now. AntiChrist? Is that really necessary?
If that really is your belief, I feel for you.
Thank God for the separation of church & state.

Otherwise you must be a REPUG troll. If the REPUGS have to make up lies, race-bait and fear-monger to try to win the Presidency, then they have already lost. Learn by example (HINT: remember the recent special elections!).

Rev. Wright was right about one thing.."If its God's will for Barack Obama to become President..." then nothing will stop it.

Have a blessed day!

GO McCAIN !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!1

McCain: Hello congratsfor your win.have you seen Bill?
Obama: Thank you. Clintons are tough. By the way have you seen Bill lately?
McCain: Oh yes I've been civil lately. Well got to go.

Obama's comments will consist 95% of the following:
uuuuhh, uuuuhhh, uuuhhhh, uuuhhh
for God's sake get this empty suit some elecution lessons

You Hillary supporters remind me of the little child owner of a ball playing a game, he doenst play much or doesnt get the ball often, begins to cry, takes his/her ball and goes home. To vote for McCain just because your candidate lost the nimination is just childish. To say Obama ran an improper campaign is plain childish, because Hillary was not far behind in awful tactics. Now, Let the best candidate win because of facts not childish acts.

Charlotte................Was she already asked to be VP? ....FYI Caroline Kennedy is part of VP search team.

DLF,

I made the same promise to vote for McCain, but I'm also voting for him because he will be the best candidate on the ballot who is running for the office.

Even with Hillary down on the ticket, I cannot and will not vote for an unknown, inexperienced and unqualified candidate who is sleazy and shallow.

And in addition to Obama's weaknesses, Nicole in NE is right. There will be a smear campaign against him that will annihiliate his chances of running for anything outside of Illinois ever again.

McCain '08
A moderate Republican and a proven and qualified leader.

JOHN McCAIN HAD KIND WORDS FOR HILLARY.

I KNOW THAT THEY HAVE BEEN FRIENDS FOR A LONG TIME.
OBAMA NEVER HAS HAD ANYTHING NICE TO SAY ABOUT HILLARY,
ONLY TO LAUGH AT HER AND MAKE FUN.

HE IS AN EVIL MAN WITH LITTLE CHARACTER.

HILLARY WILL ALWAYS HAVE MY SUPPORT!!!!

i would like to see the democratic party do some of the things republicans have done. 28 states have democrats as governor. lets have their secretary of state's purge republicans from the voter rolls. stack the black neighborhoods with the best voting machines and millions of ballots and put the broken machines in republican strongholds with not enough ballots and take an hour to find more.

To Kenneth M: If you think Ohio will elect Obama, you better look at the polls..............

To Nikki.....one of the first to leave a comment:
YOU SHOULD BE ASHAMED OF YOURSELF!!!!
Hating is anti Christian.....and you're severely misguided!!!

God isn't about hating......but i see that you YOU have all the answers....not Him.

Obama is going to bring this country together like never before.
He cares about YOU....but you choose to hate in return and preach as if you're a disciple.

God bless you.

I for one wouldn't mind seeing either candidate as the next president. McCain is as liberal if not more so than Hillary, and Barack as conservative if not more so than Mitt.

That said, I cast my vote for Obama

To "Nikki" the poster: You are a disgrace and should keep your ignorant and and intolerant point of view to yourself. What a backwoods, simpleton you are. You give good decent religious people a bad name. Take your superstitions and crawl back into the cave you come from. Idiot!

We Americans are ready for a change, we had (2) families ruling the Country for the last 20 years.....

First 4 years of Papa Bush, then 8 years of Bill Clinton, followed by 8 years of BABY BUSH...

This is more then enough. We Americans need some help with the ECONOMY and GAS PRICES!!

BARACK OBAMA 2008!!!!

Janie
From Dallas Tx

I don't care what anger or resentment I held for OBAMA...I will not vote for McCain in 08. I'm actually proud of how he has conducting himself over countless illegitimate attacks by the propaganda of many GOP affiliates and racists, etc. More importantly, I've seen way too many of our soldiers fight an unjust war. The soldiers are even ready to pull out, well except for their commanders that are warmongers. Let's fix our economy and vote OBAMA in 08. I refuse to put my personal interest ahead of this country and the thousands of lives lost in this war, including the innocent.

CNN, I am so tired of each daily headline pic to be about Hillary. You are so bias in your reporting. It's not all about Hillary.

When Senator McCain learns he gains nothing by his ecumenical stance toward these Marxists and how important the stakes are, let's hope we see fewer of these dovish phone calls.

They talked about town hall meetings together, because McSame can't afford those large ralleys.

McCain looks dead in his speeches. Sometime I have the feeling he is near a seizure. These campaigns must be stressfull for an old man.
Its pathetic listening to McSames speeches,

A change is definitaly needet !

Obama for President

Obama...............America will wake up after he's President and hate themselves. Talk about war. Only it will be a civil war here. The man is smart, I do hand him that, but...............Well, America will see. This is a sad situation.

Enough aiready about, what's wrong and who did it........Can't just someone solve, these problems? And let's move on as a Nation............Together!

Nikki ,Pls don't stop taking your medication.
Put him on the defensive ,Obama !
Yes We Can !! Change & inclusive recovery & progress !!!!

i can;'t want for these side by side town halls. i doubt we will see ten, but at least 5 plus the 3 debates. there are big differences, one is how they look and talk. obama, tall, young, forceful but level. mccain, short, somewhat feeble, meek but love to sneer and giggle. one talks about making the world better and diplomacy, other hawks war and isolationism.

as far as hillary's supporters go. she only wins the popular vote when you include a state with only votes cast for her. how is that fair??

also i plead with you to look into mccain's personal and public record as to his treatment of women. divorced his loyal wife who stood by him through 7 years in a POW camp, after cheating on her and after she was hurt in a car accident. then he marries a pill popping debutant 20 years younger.
he want's to overturn roe v. wade and will get his chance.
he wants abstinence only education. which has been proven ineffective in preventing pregnancy or the spread of STD'S
he voted against a bill the would have made insurance companies add birth control under prescription plans.
he voted against an expansion of the chips program to insure more school aged children.
ho consistently votes against head start programs.

he is a bad choice. and that's not even getting into the war, taxes, healthcare, trade.

Brian Knoxville, TN,

Obama won!!!!!

Since the Democratic Party treated Hillary so very shamefully, together with all the media (so very sexist).

Who would have thought that the Democratic party was so very SEXIST. This nomination process should be a wake-up call for all the women and moderates in the Democratic Party to switch to McCain NOW and give the party a big spanking in November.

McCain in 2008!!!!

gary June 5th, 2008 9:59 am ET

DONT THINK O.B. IS GOING TO WIN IN NOV. YOU YOUNG HATERS IN O.B.'S CULT HAVE MADE THIS RACE DISGUSTING. WITHOUT HRC ON TICKET ,HE WONT GET HER VOTERS. MCCAIN WILL DISTROY O.B. THIS IS BEEN A FIXED RACE FROM MEDIA, PRESS, SUPER DELIGATES, DNC ETC. BIAS AGAINST A WOMAN LEADER. ALL THE HATE AGAINST THE CLINTONS AND HER SUPPORTERS ,WILL TURN AROUND AND BACKFIRE ON YOU HATERS. AMERICA GETS WHAT THEY DESERVE.
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Gary, shut the hell up and go back to Rush Limbaugh you brainless retard. Hillary is DONE; being an a55 isn't going to bring her back, all you've ever posted throughout the campaign season is this kind of brainless crap, now SCRAM! You're not needed here and BTW, "O.B." kicked H.R.C.'s butt and there's NOTHING you can do to stop President Obama! Hahahahahahahaha!!

"Demappeaser June 5th, 2008 9:15 am ET

Where is the Rezko story CNN!!!! Can you say coverup? If this was related to a Republican this would be front page story. Is this how the media is unbiasly going to cover Obama."
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Rezko was found guilty, and that's about it. It doesn't affect Obama because he wasn't accused of anything, nothing new came out of the trial. There's nothing there, so keep looking.
Let's put it this way: Rev. Wright will hurt Obama more than Tony Rezko.

Obama is Bush all over again. Bush with Enron and now Obama with Excelon. Obama earmarks money to defense contractors and says he is against the Iraq war. He gets contributions from drug companies and then pushes legislation to them. His wife gets a $200,000 year raise at her job the day Obama becomes senator and then Obama earmarks money to her company.

It is politics as usual all over again but worse than before.

That is why I am voting for McCain because the only real candidate Hillary is out now.

I think W. Clark should be Obamas V.P. but if he would'nt agree Jim
Webb would be GREAT eny one too bring McBush off his MILITARY
RECORD McBush did his time but NO MORE than lots of people in the military.

That is very nice of Mr.McCain to call on Mr. Obama. I hope Obama does'nt get trapped by these nicities and let people think that Mr. McCain is a leader and Obama a follower. To win the election you want to make people feel that you are the natural leader. Be careful.

mcCain plz bring it on baby,that your republican tactics will be destroyed baby,im obama to the end now baby

Well thats good they talked but I hope its not just Obama's face blasted all over these tickers in the coming months we do have 2 choices for President with views for our country. What will the political hacks of Borger, Toobin, Cafferty, Gergen, Martin do now since they don't have Clinton to insult. I guess crawl back in their holes.

Nikki:

You are a nut. Plan and simple. An unbalanced person who needs psychotherapy.

Barack Obama 44th Pres- We'll get a REALchange in Washington if Obama gets in; a few more years and you'll all be bowing to Allah or Bin Laden

Why is my comment awaiting moderation, can't you see the truth?

Hey BRIAN IN KNOXVILLE:

So you are going to vote for McCain, this means you want:

MORE WAR AND DEATH TO OUR SOLDIERS,

MORE SOLDIERS COMING HOME MAIMED

MORE NATIONAL DEBT, NOW OVER $10 TRILLION

MORE AMERICANS WHO HAVE TO FILE BANKRUPTCY BECAUSE THEY CAN NOT PAY FOR MEDICAL BILLS

MORE UNEMPLOYMENT...... AND MORE OF THE SAME.......

Brian in Knoxville, please, think things over. I would rather have a young inexperienced guy, than one with all the experience of McCain who has failed to realize when Bush was lying!

Niki....I am a Senior Pastor of a church in SC and your comments are what make Christians look uneducated and spooky. The Bible states that the Anti-Christ would come out of Europe anyway. Obama was saved by the blood of JESUS too. So what you are saying is that you are worthy of redemtiom by Christ and his is not. If you don't believe his confession that he is a believer and follower of Jesus Christ then why should we believe you? No one deserve to be called the devil or the Anti-Christ. Would you like it. Jesus in the Gospels warns us about thinking that we are good or pure and that others are evil. He explains that we come short of GOD and it is by him that we are saved. So why are you saved? and what gives you the right to call someone else evil. Obama is the devil and Bush is GOD. And you are a Christian with this type of mind. This is just another reason why a lot of people don't got to church and don't like trust Christian because of the bigoted ones.

I am so DISAPPOINTED in CNN!!!!!!!!! You have been so biased in your coverage! It makes people wonder what Obama may have promised CNN (or those/someone who work there)!!!!!!!!!!!! When we choose to stop tuning into CNN because of your bias, what will happen then???????? CNN should be neutral; put out the information on all candidates, and then let the people decide!!!! CNN is so terribly biased, it's disgusting to watch and listen. I've been tuning you out lately!!!!!!! Please give this serious consideration!

Obama hsa said over and over agin that he trusts the American people. That Americans are basically kind and decent people that want better schools for their children, a good job and dignity upon retirement.

This won't be easy. But nothing worth fighting for is. We've got your back Senator!

I note that the number of CNN articles supporting Obama in the CNN "news" far outweighs those even addressing McCain. The only positive comment in the CNN POlitical Ticker is where Obama and McCain spoke together. I wonder why.

Obama's supporters should be a little more respectful to the Clinton's and stop being so hateful. If she would have won the nomination I would have want her to pick Obama for VP. Hillary has worked very hard and has earned the right to be his VP. If Obama choses someone else for his VP and does not offer the position to her first that would be very dirty. However, if he does offers it to her and she rejects it that would be understandable. Hillary Clinton has been a great Sentor for New York and has fought hard for healthcare nation wide, and Bill Clinton was a wonderful President, so they have earn respect and should receive it. I am a Clinton and democratic supporter, but that would change if Obama does not treat her right, I would hate to support the republican party, but I will if she is treated unfairly and I'm sure many of her supporters feel the same way. Also for everyone to suggest that she should have endorsed Obama the same day he won, is not nessarsarily true. People have to understand that she has worked very hard and it was not easy giving up something she believe so much in. Therefore, let her decide when it's the right time. As I understand it she will be endorsing him on Saturday, which is not next month, it's only in two days away. So back off media and Obama's suppporters, and let the cards play out. I will be for either canidate, you should all think the same because "God" does not like ugly. Remember Karma is for real. Democrates '08

Now that Senator Clinton is out of the picture I see the Obama supporters are quickly spewing their hate toward McCain. This man cannot take the White House. Here's a Clinton Dem vote for McCain.

The republican strategist might as well hang it up. To win, they will have to go lower than the clintons with the racism thing and you better believe that racism is alive and well but "racist" the real ones have no power. That's old America. Republicans of good sense "educated" are just not going to sit buy and side with "poor" white trash who can less about prosperity.

How many votes did McCain get in the primaries? Just curious as to whether it was anywhere near 18,000,000

Did I happen to mention that I love our future President Barack Obama!!

Obama says " I am ready to take this challenge with profonde humility and knowing my own limitations and imperfections" what did that tell me? This is a very honnest man.
McCain the IRAK expert the Senate Veteran and the Filp-Flopper does not even know his limitations and imperfections and you want me to trust that man?

Why is Sen. Obama so afraid to debate John McCain???

Obama 2008!! He is the best that can happen for this country. All of you HRC supporters need a reality check if you want to vote for McSame!! God bless you all, but when it comes down to it Obama won. HRC is a great person and I respect all what she has accomplished. If she beat Obama I would vote for her because I am a true democrat. They both believe in the same thing!! No more republicans!! I am tired of seeing our people suffer to fund an endless war!! Democrats lets stand up for what we believe in! The USA!!

You people are so ungrateful!
It is a disgrace how you treat one of you very capable politicians, Hillary!

To be in a high end for Obama /What he has done for this country?/ by trashing Clintons or however else that could be is the MOST DISHONOURABLE think. Why he has to rise on the "death" of somebody? Is in he capable to do it on his on??!!!
And you are talking about "proud American" and "how far you have gone"?

You do not deserve her! And she is a woman! Pakistanis are better; the entire country was crying for Mrs. Bhutto and they suppose to learn from you?!? That's way the world do not like you!

4-5 years from now you are going to trash Obama and specially Michele Obama any how!

That is America!

Money, Bread and Circuses!!!

Sorry Mrs.Clinton, that is you country!

Boyyy, You are BITTER !!! maybe all this lonliness is killing you.Go take a hike !

Becky from KS, Instead running your mouth why don't you try to get to know Obama. You want skeletons google Keating five see what your mans involovement was, also his wife and father-in-laws. Believe me at 71 i bet you McBush has alot more skeletons than Obama. But that's what is great about our country you can vote for whom ever you like even if you are wrong the last eight years have proved that.
God Bless OBAMA and you to Becky

Connie

Good, I think that perhaps we will see a new kind of campaign this fall! A campaign where the candidates talk about ISSUES and their plans, rather THAN TEARING EACH OTHER APART!

Most people I know, in their 50's are sick and tired of the RNC's swiftboating, destructive ads, brutal personal attacks! They WONT work this time!

We, the people, would like to know where the candidate stands on various issues....... we want and DESERVE an intelligent debate rather than just destroying one another!

I hope that Obama doesn't cave in on the pressure of getting that *&^%Hillary as VP/ All she has done is belittle Obama and keep saying she is entitled to the Presidency. I don't know where she ever got that idea. If that is what she believes, all first ladied should be entitled to the job.
Please do not fall for her crocadile tears ans sexist remarks.

Voters - do not follow the news blindly – -think for yourselves.

obama/sebelious08.

"This will probably be the only "civil" conversation the two have before the Republican scum begin their swiftboat Obama campaign."

If this is how Obama and his supporters plan on uniting the country, by calling those who disagree with them "scum," then change is an empty promise, we can count on 4-8 more years of business as usual.

I hope that Obama understands that when McCain takes all of Hillary Clinton's voters and wins, may be he should have made her the VP. McCain probably told him that and said that if he doesnt take her, he will. Won't that be interesting.

McCain will be a good president, conservatives can't stand him and many republicans don't like him but he's everybodies best choice now that Hillary 's out. He's more to the center and will get the independents who are a growing movement and anybody who knows a bit of history knows he is not like Bush, this guy went to war for his country something Obama and Bush would never do. Obama voted for Bush and Chenney's energy bill and now we're paying big bucks at the pump but McCain voted against giving them are tax money in subsidies. Obama=Bush the incompetance team. Vote for McCain

haha, Charlotte, you are such a troll placed by the clinton campaign on these blogs to tote your useless rhetoric.
Ive been reading for a while now, and I really do enjoy how you come on and post messages that have absolutely nothing to do with the actual article but instead you push some agenda that the campaign wants you to.
If you and the rest of the Clinton supporters want to vote McCain, or write in Hillary and take away democratic votes and try and sabotage the presidential run, go right ahead. The Obama camp will do fine without you idiots. And then in 4 or 8 years time, when you and everyone you know is living in a trailer because they cant afford their housing, and when your children cant afford to go to college because you cant find a job that pays well enough, or they simply dont have the grades because the US education system is failing miserably, and when you thousands of american men and women having to leave home for their 10th tour of duty in Iraq, and when you see US respectability completely shattered around the world by virtue of the arrogant and insensitive way we conduct foreign policy..... THEN, you can turn to your son or daughter or whoever and say, IM SORRY, Im sorry I completely ruined your future, that was the dumbest day of my life.... but knowing you Hillary supporters, youd probably say in the same breath "I'm glad I made my point".
So congratulations, do what you need to do, and when the fertilizer hits the fan, you only have yourself to blame.

I am constantly stunned when I read these message boards. Half of you whine about this or that, and the other half spend their time repeating things they have heard from others that are generally not true. Just once, I wish people would comment on what matters. This need to watch the process like a sport, instead of getting in the game yourself to confront the serious problems facing all of us, baffles me.

McCain or Obama are only as good as the people that support them. IF you want change demand it. If you want one candidate or another work for them, vote for them, refute the rhetoric...

NIKKI............the AntiChrist ?...........Who are you (MS CLEO) so a man or woman think it so is he or she.YOU NEED PRAYER!!!!!!

I thought you were a Hillary supporter, turns out you are one of those reupubelican slimes.BUSTED !
Incase you dinn know your choice is clear – 1000 year old stupid McShame !

So, when will McCain's and the RNC's civility begin??? Please HURRY ... I just started to hold my breath!!

McSame\Bush 2008!!!!

Who placed the call and what time was it?

Dccret, I would give it to the Democrats on immigration because they believe in rules. (Just ask my fellow Michiganians.) That means they will now enforce rules on entering the country and leaving when your visa expires.
Michigan loves immigrants – Go Wings

No what they are saying is no durty talks or ads

Rove is working for McSame, so expect smear, fear, and lies.

Everytime I get to a point where I could stomach voting for Obama, the CNN "best political team" opens their mouths and bash Hillary. They have made my decision for me, NOT to vote for BO, and it just confirms the bias and sexism I have seen against Hillary since last year.

From the posts by Obama supporters, I think they can't quite understand what being civil means. So immature.

The Republicans have a two-pronged approach. They will try to make McCain look fair, honorable and even sensitive while his cronies throw the kitchen sink at Obama. The best forum for McCain to present his "positive campaign" image is the town hall meeting where you can expect him repeat and then denounce the swift-boat attack ads and outrageous accusations against his opponent. He wants to avoid press-moderated debates and even You Tube type debates where he is more likely to be held accountable for his campaign's bad behavior.

Anyone who votes for McCain b/c they are too childish to stop whining that Hillary did not win the nomination is an idiot. Period. THAT is what fails the Democratic Party. Not the "Democratic Leadership". 4 more years of a war your grandchildren will be paying for? 4 more years of privatetized insurance cpmpanies so that countries like India, England and Canada are still ahead of us in taking care of their own people? More tax breaks for the rich? You'd actually vote for that b/c you're a sore loser? Why be a party member at all...

Obama can not beat McCain.

He ought to reach out to a military backer to support him
The military wasn't even brought up in his last two speeches in serving our country

I can't wait to see debate between McCain and Obama. McCain definitely has upper hand as he has more knowledge and experience that Obama. As Hillary supporter, I am more inclined towards McCain than Obama. To me experience matters more than 'hope' and 'change'.

obama is gonna beat john come what may coz we will fund our compaign. obama 08 go!!!!!!!!!!obama go

What is this about Obama caring for the average American? What has he advocated for high food and fuel prices? Investing in green infrastructure which will take years to implement? He talks about change, but it's still the same modified Robin Hood scenario – take from the rich and give to the government.

Just what are Obama's qualifications to be the President of the United States? Anybody?

The only reason mccain is doing this is to try and exploit Obama's weakness when he is attacked personally about family friends or church issues. Just like Clinton did in their last debate.
Mccain is being fooled by the republican campaign establishment to believe that they are going to have a civil town hall talk.

I will beware if I was Obama, Mccain seems to have thought about this a long time. Take some time Obama to think about this and go in on your own terms.

Mccain want to have a civil debate , but I don't think that Rovians are thinking of the same thing.
Go DEMS

Tonya, Richmond, VA June 5th, 2008 9:48 am ET

Obama get in McCain!!

He's old and I hope he falls over and dies.

Wait that was mean.
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The best thing that could happen to this country is for Obama to fall over and die!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Funny, Rezko was found guilty about 2 days after the grand historical moment happened, what charity did the Obama camp send that blood money to, and the every perky fellow Rev Wright (Farrakhan) buddy says he's not retiring, this whole thing is a joke, why because some numbnut is running around shouting "Change" It's Our Time, what the hell does that mean

In response to someone's previous comment, Obama is not the Anti-christ. This is being paranoid and just plain ridiculous. Such a ridiculous claim could lead me to believe that you are truly racist, but don't want to show it so you cover it with some insane claim. Thank you for feeling sorry for all Obama supporters, but I feel sorry for you for believing such a senseless and close-minded argument. Thanks though! Oh, and by the way, we don't say someone is bad because their name is CLOSE to someone else's (Osama); is this 4th grade?

OBAMA '08!!!!!!

One thing i find amussing is that Mc Cain talks about iran, Iraq & Isarel so much .. it's like he's running for President in those 3 countries ..

What about the people in the US .......... how can u lessen/aliviate their struggles ....... that's one thing i haven't heard mc cain talk about ........ the more he talks about iran/iraq & isarel .. the more he loses votes .

people's primary concern is the domestic issues (ecinomy, education, energy, heath care)

DEMOCRATS 08!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Hillary supports it's time to give it up. Hillary would not want you to act this way in the general election. Do not do this to her legacy. If you turn against Obama because he won then it will go down in history that the CLINTONS distroyed the democratic party. Is this how you want Hillary remembered??? Why would you want that for Hillary if you really truely did supporter her. Do not distroy her good name by not voting for Obama.

I think this will be an interesting and relatively civilized campaign.
The Obama/Clintonzilla nightmare is finally over and we don't have to listen to her whining any more.
Obama is very likable and McCain is very old – these things do tip in favor of Obama.
I actually am in favor of Obma picking Clinton for the VP slot. I do think it would be a dream ticket, indeed. In this case a dream ticket for McCain!!! But I would be very disappointed with Obama's strategists if they dont convince him otherwise.
Talking is good and now we are looking at the next president in every debate, EVERY debate (we just dont know which one it is).
Let the games begin!

All of these "Hillary Supporters" claiming they will vote for McCain are FAKES....don't believe it. I swear they are worse then spam bots flooding message boards with this non-sense. These people never really "supported" Hillary in the first place. And if they did actually check the ballot for Hillary, it was a vote against Obama, not out of support for Hillary......you can take that to the bank! Prove me wrong!

The one who is behind and desperate always asks to talk. Obama, the ball is in your court. McCain is going to choke with Iraq around his neck, not to mention the economy and taxes. Democrats are sweeping local elections–as the Republicans admit, the canary in the coal mine has died in all of the special elections, the so-called Rebublican strongholds!
It's celebration time!

No matter how you "spin it", Obama attended and supported a racist church for twenty years........if it were a white man in reversed roles that would be the end of it. In my own heart I can not support someone with his (Obama) background and inexperience no matter how great he may sound.

HEY, EVEN IF OBAMA DOES LOOSE, HE STILL DID BETTER THEN CLINTON!

@nikki ....go spew your ludicrous rhetoric elsewhere
your exactly one of the reasons America needs change and needs it BIG time

Good luck Senator Obama on the next phase of the general election!!

Go get Obama, President McCain!!

Clinton Supporter!!!

I know it probably won't happen, but what a pleasant surprise if both candidates could run "civil" campaigns focused only on the issues without the meddling of the press, pundits, and special intrests!? Oh well, back to reality.....

This will be fun to watch....McSame will stumble and stutter just like his idot idol Bush. Without notes in front of him or Leiberman to help him correct his answers he'll be doomed. I think McSame bit off more than he can chew by challenging Obama.

McCain will start off by saying "My Friend", and give that silly grin. At that point most people will be laughing their heads off saying....I told you so, I won the bet.

That is good, but Obama needs to get McCain on his own turf, debates and speeches. McCain wants to do 10 townhall style meetings because that is his strongest area so they say, but I question that, McCain does not appear to have a chance against Obama when it comes to speaking to people McCain is all over the place when it comes to delivering a message he flip flops from one thing to another as if he forgets what he has recently said about any issue besides staying in Iraq. We nee to know more of what McCain understands about the economy because it is questionable what with Graham his adviser's shady history. Graham is said to be responsible for much of the mortgage downfall and he is advising McCain to have UNREGULATED mortgage policies that could only benefit banks and mortgage companies. That my friends is the worst thing for homeowners, it would leave them unprotected.

McCain knows NOTHING about the economy everything he has said thus far has been from Graham, I can't wait for that to be reported on.

What is with this antichrist nonsense? It seems we've got a lot of stupid, ignorant people out there. These Hillary backers are as out of touch with reality as she is. Get over it.

I know Obama will be cordial, but McBush lacks the character to live up to their agreement. He will make uncordial remarks and quickly apologize, but the damage is done. Then his campaign will make uncordial remarks and he will apologize, but again the damage is done. Then some state GOP campaign or some "swift boat "group will attack and he says he has no control over them. When Obama responds to the attacks, then McBush starts his wimpy whinning. McBush may have been a war hero, POW and a pilot but none of those experiences 40 years years ago equate with the ability to lead, the competence to lead, the vision to lead or the the intelligence to lead. His age, senility and health are serious issues that need to be addressed. Also, Cindy's past and problems will be an issue. His support of Bush's war and economic issues will be even more of an issue. The country can ill afford to have McBush or the GOP in office after their disastrous eight years of Bush.

DOES anyone else think that Charlotte needs vacation?
Anger, Hatred and denile....All clasic signs of needing vacation...

Charlotte, didn't you hear. Saturday Clinton is dropping out. She is going to back Obama, like MILLIONS of others. He (Obama) just like McCain won their party's votes to be the Nom. at the Convention...
Get off the "I'm a pissed off Hillary supporter" and become "Now is the time to move forward and change"......What do you say?

We shall see.It'll be the other folks who'll start the nasty's(you know the third party like "Move On ORG")I doubt it'll stay Civil.If the GOP feels they are in trouble it"ll get very nasty.

To all the Democrats(NO REpubeLICANS PLEASE) – CNN please post !
I am an Obama supporter and i respect HRC supporters choice.But the FACT is the primaries are OVER.I also know it can
be tough to suddenly let go, especially when your candidate did not win.
We are all adults, though sometimes our action/blogging says otherwise.Trust me on this one, we have been mean to EITHER SIDES, and
all of us – each one of us – are to be blamed for that.
Just because your candidate is a woman, she doesnt get any special treatment.She is the one who decided to run and what she got is not different from
what any one of the possible candidates would get.Sometimes it was tough, but hey, she knew what she was getting into and she was BOLD enough to
go forward despite knowing the challenges.I respect her for that and she is indeed an inspiration to all.

If its time you need to heal, you should take that.We respect that.Keep away from the blogs or sites which are infested with democrat impersonators aka repubelicans, who are trying to split the party or sway your support to
their old candidate.Most of the threats like "he needs her more than she needs him" or "this life-long democrat will vote for Mccain" come from repubelican slimes.
Weed them out.

We need somebody who can think clear and think for all of us(includes the rest of the world too).
Options :
46 vs 71/Change vs Old politics.

We are all fed up of the stupid president that led us to were we are now.We know that.Continuing to support the failed policies, is that the best choice we can make?
NO – we are SMARTER and BETTER than that !

If you still want to hold the grudge, whats the worse that can happen ? You will not support the democratic party candidate and Mccain will be the president.
You smiling and saying, so what if the gas prices go up further? or people cannot drive to work? or my son/daughter dies in some foreign soil? or people cant afford healthcare? or women have no say on their productivity rights?, I TAUGHT OBAMA a lesson!.
After all the excitement subsides, Will you be able live with the reality?

This election is bigger than any candidate – i know it, you know it too !Dont let emotions cloud your judgement.
If you can still picture yourself voting for McCain, all i can do is shake my head !
CNN please post this !

Dem will win landslide in Nov on all fronts.

Obama, understands that a leader has to prepare and not go off the cuff. It is the sign of an idiot to have a debate and not come prapared. This is not what leaders should do, a when a whole nation is watching. It would be careless, and juvenile. Leaders have a responsibility to chose their answers carefully because their response will affect many people. Preparation is the sign of a true leader, not some hot headed juvenile remarks from McCain's old policies and old and tried war answers. Obama is coming with new ideas, and new ideas need tweeking and refining. Obama you call the shots, don't get pressured, he needs you!!!

Yes... However Ignorant people across the nation want to see blood... this is a sad thing that Obama thinks that the vast majority of people in this country are above being spiteful and proud...

Pride can kill you America.. be careful not to let anger lead you

-V

While reading the comments on Oprahs happy dance, I was struck by the number of people who say we who don't vote for Obama are racist. They say that it is ok to vote for him only because he is black but not ok to vote against him because he is black. Color has nothing to do with my vote. I could vote for Colin Powell, in a heartbeat. Obama is a blackman with nothing on his resume to convince me he is qualified. I will not vote for McCain, I will however, write Hillary on my ballot in November. I have never, in my adult life written in a candidate, I will this year, even if I am the only one. I also hope Hillary does not choose to be his running mate, she would ursurp him without even trying. Why? Because everone knows who should be in charge. You cannot, as President, have someone better qualified as a running mate. Even Caroline Kenndy as VP would be a threat to his authority. I don't know where he will find someone who won't out shine him?

they really think obama is a chump because he brings a different kinda politic to the table.calling all these debates.the talk about all the speeches he does.the debate aint to muck different.

If McCain want a civil discussion – then tell him to call of the Bush's good old boys along with Karl Rove running the Swift boat gang. They are starting their crap again to sink Obama – just like they did John Kerry. Mccain will do anything to win because the republicans are afraid of Obama.

mccain is old and ugly.

Nikki June 5th, 2008 9:06 am ET wrote:

Osama, oops I mean Obama, you are the AntiChrist and just so you know you don't fool me. I can read you like a book. You may win this election, but it's only b/c it's God's will; for it is written in the Holy book. I feel sorry for the people who follow you.

Girl what U smokin'. It is not written in the Bible that Obama is the anti-christ. He does not fit the bill of the prophesied anti-christ. READ the Bilble again, and think about what you are reading. I am sure you will see your error or just start back takin' yo meds...

I look forward to their unscripted debates.

No cue cards. No script.

Let's get real.

OBAMA 08

McCain't called to congratulate Obama and Hillary DIDN"T! How's that for civility?

Civil discussion requires truth-telling. Lies and distortions are unacceptable to people of reason. As a first step in the verification process, let's have both men's complete voting records laid out clearly in the media for all to see. Should either man have voted in opposition to his stated principles, let him explain why. The town hall meeting format for debate and discussion is ideal in that it tends to filter out media bias, provided that the questioners are selected randomly by an impartial monitor.

To all the Democrats(NO REpubeLICANS PLEASE) – CNN please post !
I am an Obama supporter and i respect HRC supporters choice.But the FACT is the primaries are OVER.I also know it can
be tough to suddenly let go, especially when your candidate did not win.
We are all adults, though sometimes our action/blogging says otherwise.Trust me on this one, we have been mean to EITHER SIDES, and
all of us – each one of us – are to be blamed for that.
Just because your candidate is a woman, she doesnt get any special treatment.She is the one who decided to run and what she got is not different from
what any one of the possible candidates would get.Sometimes it was tough, but hey, she knew what she was getting into and she was BOLD enough to
go forward despite knowing the challenges.I respect her for that and she is indeed an inspiration to all.

If its time you need to heal, you should take that.We respect that.Keep away from the blogs or sites which are infested with democrat impersonators aka repubelicans, who are trying to split the party or sway your support to
their old candidate.Most of the threats like "he needs her more than she needs him" or "this life-long democrat will vote for Mccain" come from repubelican slimes.
Weed them out.

We need somebody who can think clear and think for all of us(includes the rest of the world too).
Options :
46 vs 71/Change vs Old politics.

We are all fed up of the stupid president that led us to were we are now.We know that.Continuing to support the failed policies, is that the best choice we can make?
NO – we are SMARTER and BETTER than that !

If you still want to hold the grudge, whats the worse that can happen ? You will not support the democratic party candidate and Mccain will be the president.
You smiling and saying, so what if the gas prices go up further? or people cannot drive to work? or my son/daughter dies in some foreign soil? or people cant afford healthcare? or women have no say on their productivity rights?, I TAUGHT OBAMA a lesson!.
After all the excitement subsides, Will you be able live with the reality?

This election is bigger than any candidate – i know it, you know it too !Dont let emotions cloud your judgement.
If you can still picture yourself voting for McCain, all i can do is shake my head !

Oh yea, Niki:

oh yeah, and a few more prophecies in the bible have to come to past before the anti christ comes into play. again...re read ur bible.

yes we did!

Obama can be a BETTER liar if he debates McCain who learned from
the BEAT [BUSH] the best LIAR in HISTORY.

McCain knows he is dealing with a spoiled child who feels he is entitled because he is black... let the contest begin.

It will be harder for the 46 year old black man and his supporters to beat up on a 71 year old military man than it was for them to beat up on a 60 year old lady...

Interesting campaign fight ahead.

"Civil Discussion...??"

The republican party isnt capable of "civil discussion"!!
It will be dirty, sly tactics from McCain... He has already started!
Which is why Obama will win in November

People are sick and tired of the republican party!!

Hey Nikki:

The anti christ is gonna be middle eastern. Re-read your bible.

Go Obama!!!

May be the will say let's get ready to rumble.I don't think it hash convasation may be as the said normal.

I hope that these two campaigns can keep to what they both said they would and Stick to the issues. I think it is important for the dialog to consist of current and important events, not Obama's former Pastor and not McCain's age or past issues with federal lobbyists or political actions committees.
I think that we have two, VERY smart guys here that both care for their country deeply. Lets see how the country responds.

Go Obama!

both men have indicated that they would like to keep this contest civil and gentlemanly. I am looking forward to this race. May the best man win.

If any of you really believe we're in for a "civil discussion on the issues" you haven't been paying attention.

While Senator Obama had his attention focused on his campaign vs. Senator Clinton McCain was throwing spears at Obama's back; repeatedly bringing up “distracting, useless crap” like Hamas "endorsing" Obama and his relationship with the Reverend Wright. If you want to get down to the real issues and away from the "distracting, useless crap," you better not watch this race, because just as I'm sure that Obama will continue to take the high road I'm equally as sure that McCain will continue to perpetrate the same old republican campaign strategies.

I'm guessing the conversation went something like this...

McCain: "Hey Barack, let's have town hall meetings and field blind questions from a wide range of Americans, not just debate moderators."

Barack: " Ummm John...I ummmm....well ummmmm...Ok, gotta ummmm go."

I agree, BMW, we do not need anymore bickering between the candidates (that's child's play), we need to discuss the issues.

AND.......

Eventually vote for Barack Obama! LOL

Obama neighbor Tony Rezko is convicted of 16 counts of wire and mail fraud, money laundering, and aiding and abetting bribery for selling government jobs in Illinois. This latest example of Candidate Obama's lack of perception and judgment adds to a growing list:
"That's not the Tony Rezko I knew."
"That's not the Father Michael Pfleger I knew."
"That's not the Bill Ayers I knew."
"That's not the Reverend Wright I knew."

Think how you will feel when President Obama says,
"That's not the Mahmoud Ahmadinejad (Iran) I knew", or
"That's not the Kim Jong Il (N. Korea) I knew" or
"That's not the Khaled Meshal (Hamas) I knew."

Maybe they can talk about that.

I think McCain will probably stay pretty respectful, but I do believe the RNC and other organizations will run a smear campaign.

I care about who will listen to the Average American who struggles? Sorry – but that person is NOT John McCain!

Can't the Republicans just apologize for 8 years of disasterous policy ? Don't they at least owe us that ?

I think McCain is a little intimated by Obama. He knows Sen. Obama is a very formidable opponent, and favored to win the presidency.

It's time for REAL change in Washington, it's time for Barack Obama for president !

I look forward to hearing the two candidates discuss the issues. No more petty bickering from the Clinton camp. Thanks Hillary for bowing out. It's the right thing to do.

Why doesn't CNN ever post my pro-Obama, anti-Cinton views. I was the very first post today and post that were generated 30 minutes later have been posted any mine still awaits moderation. This happened all day yesterday. I am pissed and am now going to MSNBC for my news. Clinton News Network is souring my mouth.

im surprised mccain would not only agree to this setup but would suggest it...it doesn't seem like a forum where he would come across very strong.

obama is a much better public speaker and has the ability to fire up a crowd...i think this will be a disaster for johnny

Don't count on it!!!

Clinton held back because she was so supportive of the party that literally PI$$ED on her!

But McCain is not beholden to the Democratic party and he can turn it loose on Obama!

Even so, there are ways McCain can come down hard on Obama without coming across as being excessively negative.

This ex Hillary supporter who also contributed to her campaign is keeping his promise and will now support and vote for McCain!

I like it. Both these guys profess and seem to generally practice cutting through partisan BS. I think all Americans, Republican, Independent, Democrat, are tired of partisan bickering and political manuvering that lowers the level of discussion in Washington. Hope they also follow that idea for a number of Lincoln-Douglas style debates ... that both McCain and Obama have seemed to agree on ...

I certainly think Obama, at least rhetorically, is a lot better than many of the fire-mouthed democratic pres candidates that have come before him .. and McCain seems to b e a lot less partisan and of an idealogue than the GOP nominees before him ...

This will probably be the only "civil" conversation the two have before the Republican scum begin their swiftboat Obama campaign.

Make college affordable

Please, Please, Please

Tuition just increased 7%

Help me

I am a starving college student

I dont believe HRC can undo what she did, It might be too late. Hopefully the history books will be kind to her and not call her the Great Devider of 2008. What do you call it when Democrats that support Hillery become bitter and want to prove a point?

What do you think the History books will say about HRC?

i wonder if he called him mcbush?hahahaha

I think that both candidates are prepared for a civil campaign against one another and I really look forward to seeing the debates. But I really thing that it's time for a change in the way this nation is view domestically and abroad...

Obama '08!

If America was a corporation and based off the performance of the last couple of years in all areas like the economy, foreign policy, healthcare and security to name a few, you would have the CEO removed and when you are searching for a new CEO, I don’t think you would hire one with a similar resume as his predecessor. The John McCain of old is the one I would have probably voted for in this election, the new John McCain I will not; that being said, I will vote for Barack Obama in November. In review the things that matter to me, this is how I score these two candidates.

1. Economy Obama
2. Education Obama
3. Energy & Oil Obama
4. Foreign Policy Obama
5. Woman and Civil Rights Obama
6. Homeland Security McCain
7. Universal Healthcare Obama
8. Immigration McCain
9. Iraq War Obama
10. Iran Obama

As you can see, I am voting based of the issues. IT’S REALLY THAT SIMPLE!

Which is more distracting, anyway: McCain's swollen jaw or Obama's big ears? America decides in November '08

History will be made in this election.

Obama '08 and '12!!

It's not a game! Stop calling it a game. It's very serious business. I wish Obama the best of luck. He's going to need it as it gets swift-boated just like Kerry did.

We know nothing about this new comer to the "game" and as his beliefs slowly come out, those that aren't hidden by the media lovefest, the DNC will know that it backed the wrong candidate.

So cry me a river, Obama. Get used to it. McCain will use everything he can against you. And I believe there are skeletons in your closet. But hey, you should have thought about this before you entered "the game."

I think this would be all right if Barack does not let McBush dictate to him when, where and how the meetings are held. I think they should wait for a month at least. I would never offer McBush a ride either let him and the RNC spend their money.Barack also needs to bring a 16×20 or larger poster of Bush and McCain hugging to hang up.

Connie form Indiana

Yes sir! Let the games begin. But b4 we start are there rules??? Or does anything go! Cause i'm thinking the focus should be the issues.
And if you are a Clinton supporter i would hope you either join the rest of us Democrats or gracefully sitout and watch the game from the sidelines.

"To the issues, and the candidates of teh general election, God Bless"
*Toast*

This is just a ploy because McCain don't like the big crowds because he fears that he would be heckled about the war so this is his escape from the media and non-supporters of the failed war in Iraq. I would urge Barack to be very careful of the darn republicans and McCain. Don't let the republicans dictate what’s going to happen in the general election I don’t trust them for one bit.

These aren't games. I am so disgusted with the way people view these elections.

If i have to read one more "Democrats Unite!" or "Come to the winning team! Obama 08!", Im probably going to punch myself in the face.

This is not a football game, it is the future of our country. If you took the time to look at Obama's policies instead of listening to his anti-bush empty rhetoric, you would see this guy is a socialist. Pure and simple, wealth redistributing, constitutional rights limiting socialist fascist.

As far as the 2nd amendment goes: We don't pick and choose what parts of the Constitution we like. I'm moving to Montana.

Let's keep this about the substantive issues that matter not the superficial ones ...

GOP & CNN ... we're talking to YOU .....

Hint ... flag pins are superficial and airtime given to those types of topics will turn off voters and viewers ..

In fact, when bloggers see conversations being driven in that direction, if 20 of us in a row just typed something like .....

"As an intelligent American voter, I hold CNN and the candidates responsible, for this sophomoric distraction. It's not what I care about".

... we can take back this election process.

a civil discussion of the issues would mean McCain would have to leave the GOP:)

ah well, Obama will civilly kick his butt!!!!
Obama today, Obama tomorrow, Obama forever
(with ironic apologies to George Wallace)

Even BO can learn something new. Since he's full vacuous speeches, he knows better than to debate anybody. That requires thinking on your feet, having facts at your command, not empty words.

Hillary scared him big time on this, and of course he couldn't keep up with McCain on facts. One year in the Senate-the next two running for president. Not enough time to absorb much.........

Civil discussion? Excuse me, how about substantive discussion of
issues that has been sorely lacking, from the candidates and from
the press.

No more hot air!

DONT THINK O.B. IS GOING TO WIN IN NOV. YOU YOUNG HATERS IN O.B.'S CULT HAVE MADE THIS RACE DISGUSTING. WITHOUT HRC ON TICKET ,HE WONT GET HER VOTERS. MCCAIN WILL DISTROY O.B. THIS IS BEEN A FIXED RACE FROM MEDIA, PRESS, SUPER DELIGATES, DNC ETC. BIAS AGAINST A WOMAN LEADER. ALL THE HATE AGAINST THE CLINTONS AND HER SUPPORTERS ,WILL TURN AROUND AND BACKFIRE ON YOU HATERS. AMERICA GETS WHAT THEY DESERVE.

Nothing against McCain, he's a good guy, but after facing Hillary, McCain will be a cake-walk.

kool that what leadership is about respect and communication between people and nations in a balance state

I cant wait until this is over and Obama is the president... Heal the wounds and start a new path. This is the man that will not only change the way US politics is run, but change the world in the process. He makes me feel like there really is hope for the human race.

FIRED UP...... READY TO GO!

Let's get this party started...!!

McCain will say that but the RNC will start going negative when they see they will lose the election. They want to turn into a personal negative campaign when they can't win on issues. Hope people will look at Iraq, economy, healthcare, judges, housing market etc etc

McCain can just draw Republicans he wants Obama in debates so he can have a AUDIENCE Obama should'nt do it on McCains TURMS.

I hope McCain has learned from Clinton's mistake of going too negative. But, considering he's already pandering to Clinton's voters and complimenting her when he's rarely had anything good to say about her before. I predict however McCain will resort to hostile exchanges and personal attacks since that incites emotion in part of Clinton's base. Time will tell.

mccain u are finished

It is ON!!!! The american people are ready to HEAR and Decided based on the isses.. It is about time...

Does McCain know how to use a cell? Heard Bob Dole is in the running for his VP

Lets go 527's. I'm looking forward to it.

Civil??!! When did the Republicans become CIVIL!! Let the mugslinging, name calling, Inexperience ridiculing, Michelle hating, Rev Wright bashing, and everything else BEGIN!!

McCain is done!

Let the games begin!

What is most bothersome to me is two days after Obama's historic night, all the clamor is still about Hillary. She has truly succeeded with her selfish "clinging" (to the golden ring that got away) in stepping on what should have been our nominees' shining moment.

this democrat is registering as an Independant. I will not support Obama! To hell with the democrats!

One of the blessings of not having Hillary on the ballot is that the tone of the debates will be more civil than otherwise. Both Obama and McCain tend to be courteous and respectful, but Hillary is another animal. Her smirks, sarcasm, cackling laughter will be absent from the campaign, and aren't we fortunate?

Obama doesn't do good in debates because he doesn't have his 26 year old speech writer there with him.

Just let Obama speak ... listen to his words ... hear how he touches people ... feel the "goose bup" experience ... and wave goodbye to four more years of Bush!

Obama will surround himself with only the best advisers, and will bring an end to "politics as usual". We need this change. We've been crushed under the Bush regime. We've seen him and his cronies break constitutional law day after day, and get away with it.

It is time for a change. It is time to take pride in America, for the right reasons. It is time for the rest of the world to respect us as they have in the past.

Yes! We! Can!!

Good sign that the campaigns will now focus on issues unless the usual Republican dirty swift- boating groups veto McCain.

Let's go McCain, from a ex Hillary fan. I have loved you for 8 eight years for your your ability to stand up to the republicans and democrats!

Actually McCain and Obama think very highly of each other.

Hillery said "My differences with Senator Obama are small compared to the differences we have with Senator McCain and the Republicans."

Nuff Said
Democrats 2008

no more GI Deaths. Be on the team that brings our troops home NOW!

I hope it will be a 'civil discussion.'

I hope that Mr. Obama used small words so that Mr. McCain would be able to understand him.

Civil discussion or not, november will be bringing some change we can all finally believe in. I look forward to living in an Obama-led nation when it's all said and done. However I already feel comfortable with jjs at the reins of washington this summer...

maybe John W McBush told him " THATS NOT CHANGE WE CAN BELIEVE IN"...with that dumb smirk and no applause.

Hillary and Obama had "cordial" conversations too and you see the dirty attacks that still came from the Clinton campaign. Shoot, they couldn't even congratulate him when he beat her fair and sqare.

And for you idiots who claim Hillary go more popular vote. It has been proven that 100s of thousands of Repbulicans voted for Hillary in primaries across the country only to keep her in longer. If you want to count those votes in your argument then you are pathetic!

Well unfortunately John McCain is a weak kneed canidate for the republicans . They don't like him no more than half the democrats like Obama. Fortunatly the Republican party doesn'tt let their leadership or canidate call the shots like the democrat party leaders and canidates does. Each state will run its own and each private group will run their own adds. So what John McCain really wants are thinks is irrevelant thank God. "OH" by the way I love the statement that "OBAMA" said about his major contributor "REZKO" that is not the man I knew. I believe he has made that statement before. I think in regards to reverend wright, father pfleger,Ayers the terriost, the other professor "ARAB" i believe and of course poor old "WHITE" granny who he threw under the bus and now the "OBAMA" MESSIAH is going to raise her from her racist remarks to live again to try and shore up and get the white vote. I reckon what he will say about his wife when the republicans play the video on her in the "OCTOBER" surprise.Either he knew these people and know what they are, he has no judgement or he is an outright liar. I think the last.

Maybe McCain is starting his bid for Obama VP. LOL.

Obama get in McCain!!

He's old and I hope he falls over and dies.

Wait that was mean.

Obama is a wimp...he will never admit to town hall meetings because he won't have his Q-cards or teleprompter to ensure he keeps his lies...urh...message on track.

Derrick a winner does not need to beg for mercy.

One night after Barack Obama officially clinched the Democratic presidential nomination, the Illinois senator had a short conversation with his rival for the presidency, John McCain.
Sen. Mcsame is the ideal candidate to gain the 2nd spot come November. Campaign for change,troop withdrawal from iraq and equal right for all have been the backbone behind obama's success.
OBAMA—HOORAY
OBAMCAIN—–NO WAY
alpha in Freetown,Sierra leone

One would hope that after the disgraceful way McCain was treated by Bush/Rove in 2000, and watching the swiftboating of 2004, he and Obama might actually be willing to abandon the politics of fear and personal attacks in favor of focusing on issues and positions. Heaven knows that would upset the national, 24 hour mainstream media as they now seem to thrive on controversy for ratings sake ad ad dollars. Politics and partisanship doesn't have to be about mudslinging.

However, with the special interest groups on both sides, I don't expect this to be anything but maybe marginally better this year.

This is too good to be true, an actual honest campaign putting politics aside and being civil towards each other, no spin or smere tactics, actually talking about the issues! This is truly the road to change, and it's long overdue, I mean look where the spin and smere tactics an fear mongering got us the last 8 years....

Obama is so fresh and new and is just we need in this country!! Mccain is to old and set in his ways!! You can't teach an old dog a new trick!!!!!!!!

GooooooooooooObamaaaaaaaaaaaaaa!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

One night after Barack Obama officially clinched the Democratic presidential nomination, the Illinois senator had a short conversation with his rival for the presidency, John McCain.
Sen. Mcsame is the ideal candidate to gain the 2nd spot come November. Campaign for change,troop withdrawal from iraq and equal right for all have been the backbone behind obama's success.
OBAMA-HOORAY
OBAMCAIN-–NO WAY

McCain discuss something have you heard the man speak for crying out loud. Oh Im sorry he doesnt speak if he cant read the cue cards

You're probably right Derrick, lol! "Please take it easy on me, you know I'm an old man and my doctor said I can't have all this stress and noise..I'm your elder and you're supposed to listen to your elders sonny, so let me win, okay?"

Every candidate from the Democratic and Republican party candidate since I've been voting (34 years) they would change things in Washington and improve things for Americans. Guess what. Nothing has changed.

Do we really expect that a newcomer home boy w/ no resume and experience, and an old codger who's been on the teat of government since he graducated college will really change anything?

Vote Libertarian–return America to the people, and create some REAL change in Washington. Bob Barr-2008.

From a lifelong Democrat, Independant voter who prays for some reality in our government and a true break from special interests.

Go Bama GoBama. This is how we do it. Time will heal us and bring us all together. The ones that are going to vote McSame were not with us anyway and they have no brains. McSame will send their kids off to that war to DIE and think nothing of it. Their right to their own body wii be gone. This is serious business and some act as if it is some childs game where they can take their toys and go home.
I hope that after the dust clears minds and heart will too. Boxers fight hard in the ring trying to win because that is the name of the game but after the fight they hug and or shake hands and move on to the next battle and ours is John McSame.

McCain for President. We don't need a liberal dope.

i don't care what pundit says.mcsame has no chance.they all said clinton would have won easy."remember".

Hopefully McCain will stop sending out mailers stating that Hammas wants Obama to win.

Hello, Sir. I'm Barack Obama.

Can you please speak up, son?

I'm going to kick your old @ss..

Bring it on little boy, I have corns tougher than you..

McCain: Ima put you in your place youngin'

Obama: Your dne old man, Ima mop the floor wih your a–

McCain: Where'd I park the car?

Obama: Ima park it up your a–

McCain: Don't you have a club to go to with one of your rapper friends?

Obama: Real funny, the retirement center down in Florida is throwing a shin dig – 70 and up – your invited.

McCain: Oh, joy. Is Bush's dad gonna be there.

Obama: Yeah, he can change your diaper.

McCain: That's not change you can believe in. Cindy, where'd we park the car?

Should have been real short since mcwar didn't have a teleprompter. Does he ever have an original thought? Obama is a Harvard Educated Constitutional Law Scholar with a cool head who can talk circles around this warmonger.

It is now a fair play between the two senators!!!

That's to be expected of President Obama. He always takes the high road!

I'm curious how this is going to play out. McCain is not nearly as good a speaker as Obama

The reason McCain does not want longer debates is .....Oh it's diaper time !

After the Florida fiasco, I am turned off from the election and plan not to vote in November... However, I will be watching S. Obama and S. McCain to see if either one of them can change my mind...

the only thing obama clinched is the fact that if he was not black he would not be where is is now. well being black does not qualify a person to be president. he holds citizenship in africa. conflict of interest.

So respectful, Senator O is. He is a gentleman!

I am pretty sure McCain is a lot less disrespectful than Clinton. Let the G.E. begin and let's get down to the real issues and away from the distracting/usless crap!!! I look forward to it also!

Obama,
Keep McCain in the spot light, don't let he trick you in to his setting. Invite the media so the American people can see his lack of ability to communicate in a crowd.

By civil discussion, I guess Obama wants to exclude any discussion of experience, vision, and intelligent policy and stick to race, gender and age.

CLINTON SUPPOTERS SHOULD TAKE NOTE. WE WOULD LOVE TO HAVE YOUR VOTES BUT WE DONT NEED THEM. WE WON WITHOUT YOU BECAUSE OBAMA IS BETTER AT ORGANIZING. WAIT UNTIL YOU SEE THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN TO BEAT MCCAIN. WHILE ALL ARE TALKING ABOUT HIS CONECTIONS TO ODD PEOPLE HE WILL BE FLANKING THEM WITH SOUND POLICY. IN THE END HIS FOES WILL BE LEFT SCRATCHING THEMSELVES WONDERING "WOW, HOW DID HE GET ME TO VOTE FOR HIM".

For those few Obama haters…what is he going to do to our country? Maybe he will wreck the economy, Drive us to a pointless war, Run up the deficit, Make us hated around the world? Been there and living that. Should I continue.
Now stop your hating and do what most countries in the world are doing at this moment and admire Barack Hussein Obama because whether or not you all like it I and a lot of (ignorant) people are going to do whatever it takes to hear a State of the Union address from this man. How's them apples!
PS All McCain supporters should be drafted first and if they are women be present on the day when he and his judges overturn a woman's right to choose.

But isn't it naive to converse with the enemy? I'm confused.

One thing that always reflects on any Kennedy is humanity.That's why the black race love the Kennedys ,respect them and see them as one of ours.
further ,When we think about Martin Luther King ,you see a human a black man of course but not a racist.he loved every body.
In Obama we see a 1/2 white and 1/2 black because really he couldn't love his mom and hate his dad.There's no doubt Obama love the blacks with a same level he loves the blacks So , we may not be smart enough to see that Obama is sent to reconciliate the whites with blacks.First in Obama I see a Kennedy, a Martin Luther king walking hands to hands toward the white house where together they're going to reorganize the system and save the americans that work so hard daily but living in poverty for the most.
So, it's not for no reason we're going to have a black president and a white vice-president in the white house.
Mc-cain represent the end of a regime on the way. ...

I know Obama will be civil. Let's see how McCain and the Repubs behave. I am sure they and FOX News are ready to sling the mud with there "spin" (lies). Doesn't matter, we know our guy!

Go Obama!

McCain was probally begging for mercy early

Why is John mcbush talking to his "enemy"? Obama is the bad guy, remember repugs. Flip-flopper with super rich wife. I respect mcbush for what he did years ago, but as the GOP front runner, I can not support you. I want my goverement and country back and repugs sure wont do it so I will vote for Obama. I think Obama should stick it to him and the GOP policies even if he is 71 years old. He will try to play grand-pa and then play dirty, so we must.

I look forward to a civil discussion of the issues.

Lol you got that right. It's like tapping gloves before a boxing match.

I think Obama will have an easier time with the republicans because the wind is blowing against them. Long war, bad economy, inflation, high fuel prices, corruption and more.

Obama played a lot of defense against Hillary but he must play offense this time around against McCain. He ought to attack from the air, ground and sea in order to win. He also needs to ask top democrates like Hillary, Rahm Emmanuel, Ted , Ed Rendell and Pelosi to campaign very hard for him.

LET'S SHOW MCCAIN HOW THE HONORABLE BIG MEN PLAY!!!

REPUBLICANS AS WE KNOW IT ARE GOING DOWN!!!!!!!!!!!

Barack is going to start a new kind of politics in this country, and invites republicans, democrats and independents to join in,

LET'S GO BARACK OBAMA!!!

WE LOVE YOU!!!!!!!!!!

The American people deserve a civil discussion between those who wish to lead the nation. Hillary Clinton proved to be very disappointing in this regard. The nation needs to move forward.

Although I do not intend to vote for John McCain, I respect his service to this country while in uniform and in the senate (at times), and I will listen to what he has to say.

"civil discussions" don't get headlines, but wouldn't it be refreshing.

It would certainly be in keeping with the claims to change that both these men advocate.

While Senator McCain means well and wants to do what he thinks is best for the country, he is NOT the right person to straighten out the MESS President Bush has made. I believe as time goes on and the female voters that supported Hillary reflect on the REAL reasons Hillary lost (Poorly ran campaign, too many negatives from her past, constantly trying to change the rules) they will come to the conclusion the nation will be in a MUCH BETTER situation with Obama leading the country.
It is CRITICAL that Barack puts out more detail on what he plans to do in his first year and HOW. IF he does that he could easily win by 10 to 15% of the popular vote. The country is ready for CHANGE and he stands for it much better and clearer than Senator McCain.

Any televised debates that take place between McCain and Obama will only work to the latters advantage. One of Obama's strengths is his public speaking abilities and charisma on stage. Mccain however has admitted that he dislikes public speeches and is extremely weak compared to Obama in this regard. I hope it happens as soon as possible so people can get a look at the comparison. BTW did anyone see McCain walk onto the stage with B. Jindel? He looked as if he had a difficult time with those steps.

I do so ever wish to have a civil discussion on the big decisions we have to make this fall.

Stay in Iraq or Leave

Overturn Roe v Wade or Keep it.

Leave the healthcare system as it is or Universal healthcare

Cut science funding or Increase investments in the NIH (I do hope this is approved because this will decide whethere or not I still do my research on novel antibacterial drugs in my lab) and other government funded research groups.

Yes, we talk to our friends, our opponents and also our enemies. Can't imagine a world without dialogue. When he won his nomination you call to congratulate him, when you won yours he didn't care to call so, you had to call him. Humble yourself while you're exalted. Thank God for your mom and grand parents that trained you well. Good luck Senator Obama.

obama doesn't know how to be civil.

How is this possiable? After certain age about 60 we can't not get a job with federal goverment but McCain over 70 can lead the goverment.

This does not make sense. McCain should not be allowed to run for highest Fed job if we can't even apply for any job with goverment at that age.

Obama should pick Chuck Hagel as vice president. If he doesn't get Hagel, he can go with Biden, Webb or Janet.

Hillary as VP will be rolling of the dice.

LETS PUT THEM IN THE RING AND SEE WHO'S THE STRONGER CANDIDATE....

OBAMA 08.........

I bet McCain started the conversation with 'My Friends...'

Where is the Rezko story CNN!!!! Can you say coverup? If this was related to a Republican this would be front page story. Is this how the media is unbiasly going to cover Obama.

Gee, another novel idea by the man who has what it takes to get the job done. Talk to your opponent. I guess this is Obama's way of reaching across the aisle like no other presidential nominee has ever ever done. I wonder if someone suggests he brush his teeth. He would have done it if only he had a tooth brush. Or that he tie his shoes. He would have if someone would have said something sooner. He is no leader. He is a follower and the only thing that has changed about Nobama since last week is that people just like him managed to make him the Democratic nominee. When will the novelty of the color of his skin wear off and people start watching his actions and listening to his boring rhetoric????
He has no time in my book to show me anything he has done that will help the USA. It's all the same bla bla bla..."here is what I can do if only you would vote for me". the race is much more exciting when you get 2 people who show you what they have already done and how they can and will expand upon it to make our lives better.

Wow, i can't believe CNN put out a story with McCain in the title.

I just checked and there are 6-8 stories with Obama in the headline, and zero with McCain in the headline, both on the cnn home page and the politics page.

I'm seriously considering abandoning CNN, your bias has become too disgusting to stomach much longer.

I believe that, despite the occasional bickering, the American people would prefer a civil discussion. I look forward to the series of town hall meetings to provide a clearer comparison between the two candidates.

It sounds positive until it turns ugly...

A civil discussion. Mr McSame you will have to educate me on what a civil discussion is!!!

A civil discussion? Have you heard the kind of language McCain has been using against Obama? It's like he's daring Obama to take a swing at him.

For all his talk of "my friends," I'm not sure McCain knows how to have a civil discussion.

Pathetic! I can't believe that CNN has become so one sided. You cut McCain off on Tuesday, your home page today has not one McCain story and your "news"casts are slanted 75% to Obama (and Clinton). Yes, the end of the Democratic nomination struggle is news. So is the historic candidacy of Obama. But, you should strive to be more equal in your reporting - both in time and in critical insight considerations. I, for one, expect more from CNN. (I expect Fox to lean right and MSNBC to lean left. I have always thought that for the most part CNN stayed in the middle. I'm beginning to question that perception. If this continues, where is an independent still trying to figure out who to vote for over the next 5 months to go for down-the-middle news?)

John Mcain and Barack have good manner. I like them both. But all americains want change and barack is the one who will finally lead our country because he related to our issues more than Mcain.

Obama '08

What does Caroline Kennedy know about what the people of America want? She has stayed out of politics and the public eye until now? Was she already asked to be VP? That would explain her sudden attraction to politics. It would also explain Ted Kennedys endorsement over the wishes of the voters in his state. Obama is the presumitive nominee. Until the conventions, no one including McCain, are the nominees. the convention is when the actual votes will be given, until then anything can happen. I will wait until the convention to see the actual results. Out of three possible scenarios on popular votes, Obama is ahead in only one. He is not my nominee. If he is the actual nominee in August and that seems likely, I will at that time know how I will vote in November. I suspect I will have to vote for Hillary, by write-in

I did not know the convention had taken place? To officially clinch the nomination requires a vote at the convention. At least, until this year. Dummy me.

McCain is Desperate and Broke.

So, just checking the last board.

Hilliots are still whining. Demanding things from the Obama supporters.

Wrong, you were the abnoxious ones. YOU accused Obama of being a racist. The media and the political elite claimed Bill Clinton was a racist.

You have claimed from day 1 that genderism was bringing Hillary down. Wrong, it is her lying and win at all cost attitutde. It is her, and your attitude of inevitability. Remember those days?

You and Hillary have lied (popular vote, Bosnia) and manipulated the rules (FL and MI "it is clear they will not count", to "count all votes". . . but just not caucuses or any state that could hurt me).

And you blind followers regurgitate everything she says without any sort of due diligence.

Many Hillary supportets have already jumped ship. What is left? The crazy women who are blind, and unwilling to apolgize (like Hillary). GO VOTE FOR MCCAIN. Stop threatening and just do it in Nov. In the meantime, SHUT UP!!! We owe you nothing!

I heard that Obama said to him..I'm gonna whip that axx old man...CNN please look into this.cause that's a mean thing to say

Let the games begin!

Obama '08

I have voted for Democratic candidates in every primary election, general election, midterm election and recall election (I voted in CA against the 2003 recall of Gray Davis) since 1996, sometimes enthusiastically and other times not so much, and I have donated money to candidates and the DNC since 2004.

But this nomination is the worst failure of Democratic Party leadership that I have ever known. I wish pundits would stop saying that Hillary exposed weaknesses. She didn't. She's a strong candidate with depth. Obama is a weak candidate with nothing but flowery rhetoric and empty slogans. Hillary didn't 'expose' that Obama is sleazy and shallow. He just is sleazy and shallow, and most Democrats who voted in the primaries saw through the smoke and mirrors and saw that he is sleazy and shallow.

The party's leadership has totally failed us.

McCAIN FOR PRESIDENT '08
A moderate Republican and a qualified leader

Give Obama some rest. McCain is up for no good

Osama, oops I mean Obama, you are the AntiChrist and just so you know you don't fool me. I can read you like a book. You may win this election, but it's only b/c it's God's will; for it is written in the Holy book. I feel sorry for the people who follow you.

The only problem is the Republicans don't know how to run a civil campaign. They play low and dirty. This time, the Democrats will swing right back at them! OBAMA 08!

PLACED SIDE BY SIDE, THE US WILL SEE THAT OBAMA IS READY AND MCCAIN IS DONE. THIS RACE IS GOING TO ALLOW THE US TO SEE WHERE WE ARE IN HISTORY. HAVE WE MOVED TO THE POINT THAT WE ARE READY TO START A NEW CHAPTER, OR WILL WE CLING TO WHAT IS NEW. RUSSIA WAS AT THIS POINT AND THEY CHOSE CHANGE OVER THE OLD GAURD. ARE WE ANY BETTER?

lol..but what was really said was"Let's do this!" "Bring it on!"

Obama, DON'T BELIEVE THE HYPE. Putting on your fighting gloves and go mano y mano. Si se puede!