June 7, 2008
Posted: 08:45 AM ET

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Sen. Clinton's anticipated concession speech Saturday may help united the Democratic Party.
Sen. Clinton's anticipated concession speech Saturday may help united the Democratic Party.

WASHINGTON (CNN) –  Hillary Clinton will "endorse" Barack Obama for president Saturday, and use her final campaign speech to urge supporters to back him in November, a source close to Clinton familiar with her prepared remarks, tells CNN.

"She say the stake are high in this election and it's imperative that the party come together behind Obama and to put a Democrat in the White House," said the source, who spoke on the condition of anonymity in order to speak candidly about the speech.

Clinton is scheduled to deliver the endorsement at a campaign rally in the nation's capital at noon. Obama is not expected to attend.

"She'll also talk a bit about the historic nature of her campaign and the progress made on behalf of women," the source added.

Most exit polling from the Democratic primaries and public polling shows that Obama needs to convince Clinton's women supporters that he will support issues that she championed during her 17 month run for the White House.

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moses willis   June 7th, 2008 2:06 pm ET

I seen her endorsement of Barack,and now Wolf and you all
are now starting force the public views on this man you only
can see you mare trying to have it your way this not Mcdonald.
he pick the V.P.

JAZZ   June 7th, 2008 1:52 pm ET

Sorry Hill, NO WE CAN'T. We're not ready to make nice. Cue the Dixie Chicks. Don't worry Hill supporters. We'll take the DNC's lemons and make lemonade.
After all this is the path Ronald Reagen was made to take by his party.
And the rest as they say is Presidential History. Keep the faith Hill!

Generation X   June 7th, 2008 1:45 pm ET

Democrats don't be fooled by McCain's paid supporters. Operation Chaos is still going strong. However, the Democrats are smarter than they think.

FrankSmith   June 7th, 2008 1:44 pm ET

Well, the coronation is over!
I was expecting at least one million, not thousands to attend this coronation! Are there not 8 million supporters out there?

Think about it this way:
–8 million of Hillary supporters will not vote for Obama
–8 million of Obama supporters will not vote for Hillary
–85% of Republicans will vote AGAINST Hillary
–60% of Independents will vote AGAINST Hillary

Given these realities, Hillary (even as VP) loses. Oh, I forgot, the DEM party loses if Hillary is any where close to the DEM party!!!!!

Drew, Central FL   June 7th, 2008 1:43 pm ET

"Sixty percent of Clinton supporters said they would vote for Obama, but 17 percent said they would vote for Sen. John McCain, the presumptive Republican nominee and Obama's rival in the general election. Nearly one-quarter, 22 percent, said they would not vote at all if Clinton were not the Democrats' nominee."

Sixty percent of nearly 18 million is a good place to start. Democrats have some work to do with 22 percent. That last 17 percent were never going to vote for Obama anyway. I figure that 1 in 6 to be part of 'Operation Chaos' or some of those folks that would never vote for a non-white no matter what.

At any rate, I hope most of her supporters remember that Senators Clinton and Obama have more in common than they have differences. The adversaries are the failed policies of this administration. America can ill-afford another four years with McCain at the helm.

Democrats '08 …and beyond!

John Smith   June 7th, 2008 1:40 pm ET

Well, the coronation is over!
I was expecting at least one million, not thousands to attend this coronation! Are there not 8 million supporters out there?

Think about it this way:
–8 million of Hillary supporters will not vote for Obama
–8 million of Obama supporters will not vote for Hillary
–85% of Republicans will vote AGAINST Hillary
–60% of Independents will vote AGAINST Hillary

Given these realities, Hillary (even as VP) loses. Oh, I forgot, the DEM party loses if Hillary is any where close to the DEM party!!!!!

Philip McKee   June 7th, 2008 1:40 pm ET

My comment to Hillary; Take your family and 18 million you say voted for you and leave this country…

william   June 7th, 2008 1:32 pm ET

I will never vote for that kind of a man. HE is just not honest

Obama All The Way   June 7th, 2008 1:27 pm ET

In the end, we WILL ALL come together to elect a Democrat to the White House. Even those few boos could not take away from the fact that going forward, Hillary and most of her supporters will do what they can to help elect Barack Obama President of the United States!

susa   June 7th, 2008 1:26 pm ET

I hope that her supporters will follow her lead. She is an amazing woman. She has my total respect.

bob in LA   June 7th, 2008 1:18 pm ET

So, I am now to support Sen. Barack Obama for party unity. I will do that. But only half-heartedly
If on the day his major opponent gives a conession speech and an endorsement of him, he could not at least show the respect to watch the speech, instead chosing ot play golf. He's not spending time with his family after only being home -did they say -10 days since the first of the year?
If his political respect for her speech meant so little to him, then he obviously doesn't feel us Hillary supporters are not important to his victory.
He may get my vote, he does not have my support.
HILLARY 2012

YES WE CAN! YES WE WILL   June 7th, 2008 1:17 pm ET

We will have to come together, there really is no choice in the matter, Yes there are still some hurt feelings, but hurt feelings should not prevent grown ups from doing what they know to be best.

DEMOCRATS ALL THE WAY, ON THE MOVE TOGETHER AS ONE PARTY UNITED AS ONE PEOPLE OF ONE NATION!

Proudgeek   June 7th, 2008 1:14 pm ET

Ok so it sounds like Obama is being straight-up. Where most "Washington-friendly" candidates would just keep quiet and keep the money, Obama is staying true to his word, making his actions be in line his own rules.

WOAH!?! A politician that KEEPS HIS WORD??? This is why the Republicans are shaking in their boots. And they should be.

Barack the Vote, '08

moses willis   June 7th, 2008 1:12 pm ET

MRS Clinton need to stop and say she lost and stop
grand standing trying to hijack the party.

Chaunce   June 7th, 2008 1:04 pm ET

Hilliary's speech and so-called support on a Saturday afternoon when most people are not looking at t.v. was certainly lackluster. However, she once again managed to tell us about her accomplishments and what she did.

Say goodbye Hilliary.

Obama 08

Informed voter from florida   June 7th, 2008 12:59 pm ET

I see she's calling forth all women and gays to vote for Obama. Well this "gay" person will NOT support barack Obama because he will be the downfall of this great nation.

No Obama McCain President!   June 7th, 2008 12:54 pm ET

No Obama Period!.

John   June 7th, 2008 12:51 pm ET

This is encouraging. Thanks Hillary.

Go Dems '08!

Never   June 7th, 2008 12:51 pm ET

Congratulation DNC you GUYS have put the lesser man ahead of the better woman, big surprise there. MILLIONS of WOMAN have had ENOUGH, See you in the fall guys, oh and we know you will blame Hillary, when you lose big time. Just how long do you think you can continue to victimize us and hold us down. YOU MEN have given this election to McCain, but I doubt you will be man enough to admit it. No longer a democratic. bye

Former Republican for Obama, Columbia, TN   June 7th, 2008 12:50 pm ET

DEMS UNITE! As a former Republican, I am so glad to be a part of the Democratic Party this election season.

Dems, you must not allow your anger and division to cloud your judgement. Dems, Independents, and Moderates, there is only one choice in this election: You must choose NOT to vote for John McCain!

The future of all Americans depends on puting a Democratic president in the White House and securing a significant majority of Dems in the House and Senate. This will end the gridlock in Washington, DC and create real change in this nation.

BARAKFORLIFE   June 7th, 2008 12:46 pm ET

Hopefully her flock will follow suite. Thanks a mil, Hill!! We honor your service.

Mig R   June 7th, 2008 12:46 pm ET

Hello cnn, I am a woman and a Hillary supporter. I do not care what the DNC and Obama do to try to convince people who voted for her instead of him to vote for him now, and UNITE the party. It Will never happen. I prefer to give my vote to John McCain to prevent Obama to win the White House. The way I feel is the way probably many Hillary supportes feel and has nothing to do with Hillary or what her speach might be today in Washington. She has a role as a Democrat, Voters don't. We only respond to our votes. My prediction is that Obama will loose in November.

Kenneth M.   June 7th, 2008 12:45 pm ET

This would be great. We need to heal the party. I understand that Hillary supporters are disappointed, but this was a competition. For those who think the Obama camp underminded her bid, please realize that they both gave as good as they took. Obama was a bit more effective and that is why he won.

The US abolishes century old clinton dynasty   June 7th, 2008 12:44 pm ET

mmmm
i believe it when i hear it, and actually see ,

go to her website that is not what she is saying or doing..

but CNN clinton national news.. want us to believe that and continue focusing on their queenB

MS Redhead   June 7th, 2008 12:39 pm ET

Sorry, Hillary–no can do. NO Dean, NO Pelosi, NO Reid, NO Axelrod, and for sure NOBAMA.

And, for all of you hypocritical Obama supporters who say you'll NEVER vote for Hillary in 2012–well, I guess I'll be able to accuse YOU of not being the "TRUE DEMOCRAT" you say you are.

Hillary '12

Mary Smith   June 7th, 2008 12:38 pm ET

Democrats should vote for the nominee, it was a fair fight, and someone always has to lose unfortunately.

Being obstinate and insisting on voting for McCain does no good to the party or democrats.

I'm glad that Hillary will endorse Barack, her supporters should follow suit, it is their civic duty.

Thanks Hillary!

M. Bellew-Smith   June 7th, 2008 12:35 pm ET

Queen Hillary is VERY late. Just one more example of her disrespect for the American people. She probably had to be dragged kicking and screaming to the SUV. I suspect she's thinking 'How could they have nominated someone else. don't they understand that I'm the Queen and entitled to the Presidency'

simeon martin   June 7th, 2008 12:35 pm ET

my comment is this, if the 18 million people who voted for hillary really love their party they would not think whether or not they should vote for obama. after all, they are not voting for obama, but for the party regardless of who is the nominee. ( simeon)

Annette, Washington, DC   June 7th, 2008 12:32 pm ET

Clinton we really don't want to hear about how historic your campaign was, I think all of us recognize the significants of her and Obama contributions to this entire historic event. Please do talk about unity of the democratic party and how we can win in November, that's what I want her to talk about and I am sure millions others too. If Obama had lost, I would expect that from him as well. CNN both Clinton and Obama are special in their own right, but Obama won, give him his respect that he earned so graciously.

Robin Wagner from ct   June 7th, 2008 12:31 pm ET

Yeah with out Barack Obama . She endorsing him . Sound like she not giving up at all. Because she should of endorse him with his lovely family . Sad …

William, from Cali   June 7th, 2008 12:27 pm ET

Is it, too little, to late?…………Or, will they kiss, and 'MAKE UP!

gail   June 7th, 2008 12:25 pm ET

While I have primarily supported the Democratic party candidates for years and have actively worked for them. I find myself unable to support the party and its nominee. If Sen Clinton is accorded the respect due to her issues and her candidacy (18 million strong), I might vote for the ticket. If she is on the ticket, I will work and support it. However many of the other choices like Richardson and Web will leave me no choice but to stay at home.
As a woman, my audacity to hope was dashed by the superdelegates. It was theirs to choose.

Bill   June 7th, 2008 12:25 pm ET

Regarding the Clinton concession speak Saturday. Anyone who keeps millions of people waiting shows evidence of a vain and self-centered personality. I turned off my TV before time.

Frank Malone   June 7th, 2008 12:25 pm ET

Simply due to the good hearted nature of Senator Clinton, which was wonderfully displayed throughot her years at the White House, her endoersement of her inter party rival is not at all surprising.Her kindness and bravery even came with her on a trip to Northern Ireland where she had the gusto and bravery to walk into the home neighbourhoods of some of the most violent leaders of the provisional IRA and INLA leaders and attempt to talk some sense into them. Probably her most unachievable political mission unfortunately.

Jill E.   June 7th, 2008 12:25 pm ET

WHY SHOULD OBAMA SUPPORTERS PAY HILLARY CLINTON'S CAMPAIGN DEBT?

Kennedy   June 7th, 2008 12:23 pm ET

It is a great day for Democrates and I hope Obama's camp will give the highest respect to Clinton's camp and I hope she will play a major role form now to Novermber to put Obama into the White House.

Kennedy, UAE

Jkan   June 7th, 2008 12:21 pm ET

No matter what Hillary says, Obama is still the INEXPERIENCED candidate. He can not govern.

So, we will vote for McCain.

Clinton/McCain   June 7th, 2008 12:16 pm ET

Ain't going to happen. My vote was for Hillary. I don't trust Obama and neither should anyone else. I'm voting for McCain no matter what Hillary says or does to help Obama.

Ron   June 7th, 2008 12:15 pm ET

One it should never be forgotten that Hillory is for the best interests of the Clintons.
Two she'll say and do anything
Three effort — your 20 million in debt — you shouldn't be allowed to manage the people's business.

MM   June 7th, 2008 12:15 pm ET

Clinton's real intentions will be reflected in her actions. Her blog which is heavily censored does not have a single pro-Obama comment on there - most of the comments there are rants against him and plans to organize to try and get him defeated in Nov. There are plenty of Obama supporters like myself who have tried to post reasonable responses to the negative comments on there but they never get posted, even now. Calling on her supporters to get behind Obama is sort of disingenuous isn't it if you are feeding the vitriol? Hillary needs to understand that if Obama gets defeated in Nov, she is done politically because millions will blame her overt and subtle tactics to undermine Obama for a Democratic loss in a year that should have been a slam dunk.

Wondering   June 7th, 2008 12:14 pm ET

What should be said is that her supporters fought not only for her, but for the democratic party. Ultimately all these votes should be committed to the victory of the democratic party. Any other strategy would indicate the pressure to receive the VP offer. It is appauling to me that this kind of pressure is launched on a nominee. Let's see if Hiilary can repare her disastrous speech of June 3.

alexa   June 7th, 2008 12:14 pm ET

I'm a Hillary supporter and as much as she wants us to vote for Obama, I can't do it. I yet don't know if to go Republican or Independent. I can't vote for someone who gives nice speeches with no real solutions.

Wondering   June 7th, 2008 12:13 pm ET

What should be said is that her supporters fought not only for her, but for the democratic party. Ultimatelly all these votes should be committed to the victory of the democratic party. Any other strategy would indicate the pressure to receive the VP offer. It is appauling to me that this kind of pressure is launched on a nominee. Let's see if Hiilary can repare her disastrous speech of June 3.

TJ   June 7th, 2008 12:12 pm ET

I will be so glad when this Hillary ordeal is over. Finally, conceding, I wonder if this will bring a book or a huge crying scene. It is amazing, how she is "allowed" to hold this campaign in the palm of her hand. I think if the shoe was on the other foot, she would have told Obama to get over it. Hillary knew she did not have the funding, but continued to campaign with the expectation that Obama would have to help or would hurt in November. My choice is not her for VP. I'd rather not see her at the table at all. My would perfer to see her, her husband and her daughter to step away from the political scene at large

Lilarose in Oregon   June 7th, 2008 12:12 pm ET

Fine, Hillary can "endorse" Obama.

But we the voters have the final say (well, the electoral college does) and if we don't WANT to vote for him, we won't.

I have seen nothing redeeming about Obama other than he has a dream to be the first black president–whether or not he is qualified.

Al from NJ   June 7th, 2008 12:10 pm ET

If I were Hillary, I would blow the press away and say that I was going to fight to Denver

Wow

Mark R   June 7th, 2008 12:09 pm ET

As a former Hillary supporter (now Obama supporter since he won the nomination) I am appalled at all the Hillary supporters who are avowing they are voting for McCain.

Why?

Hillary and Obama (and they both have agreed many times) that they are VERY similar on their issues. So to vote for McCain would be to vote against what our beloved candidate stood for. If the two Democratic Presidential nominees can put aside their differences and work together, then why can’t we?

Mike in Calgary   June 7th, 2008 12:07 pm ET

$200 MiIllion Dollars doesn't get you much when Hillary Clinton is at the helm does it!

Mike

Leslie   June 7th, 2008 12:06 pm ET

Your insensitive remarks about Hillary running late demonstrates how little you know about a whole-hearted commitment she had to trying to make this country better. This is tough for her and for all of us who supported her. Lord knows, we wouldn't want a president who's exit polls said she was "smart" and knew alot. The media, CNN included, are the reason she is not the nominee.

Amazed   June 7th, 2008 12:06 pm ET

The question is whether her supporters will heed her request or continue to ride their emotions and work toward supporting policies which they are against. Like I told a friend…it's politics so you cannot use the same rules you use for personal relationships and dealings.

The Word of The Day   June 7th, 2008 12:06 pm ET

F I N A L L Y ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! !

Charles   June 7th, 2008 12:05 pm ET

I was an Obama supporter from the beginning. It was a difficult decision, but I believe that he understands where the US is and what needs to be done to return to where the US needs to be.

That being said, Hillary Clinton waged an incredible campaign, especially the second half. She worked hard, presented and was a hard fighter for causes she believed in, and deserves immense respect for that effort.

The second part of the campaign was close simply because she let who she really is shine.

Rick   June 7th, 2008 12:04 pm ET

The Democrats blew the election by supporting the weakest candidate.

a voter in New York   June 7th, 2008 12:04 pm ET

After all she said about him being the person who wasn't right for the job? A few weeks ago she was endorsing McCain over Obama.

The woman can't make up her mind!

What's in it for Hillary?

Betty   June 7th, 2008 12:03 pm ET

He will give her a high position in his cabinet where she can work on women's programs without being hindered.

Yippppeeeee !!!!!!!!

Go Dems !!!!!!!

Dealt   June 7th, 2008 12:02 pm ET

Clinton didn't start her campaign as a fighther for women. She was just a candidate. Later, she grabbed their support because she needed it and plenty of women supported her for the insufficient reason that she is a woman.

I hope (and believe) Obama chooses as his team the best person for each post. If the best is a woman, then that woman should be chosen.
But not because she is a woman. Because she is the best for that post. The same with men.

The best, without consideration for gender, race or creed, family name or wealth. Isn't that what "same rights" means?

Sure, we will!   June 7th, 2008 12:01 pm ET

The Democratic Party has self-destructed! We are once again Reagan Democrats and will vote for John McCain!

DON'T "WRITE IN" HILLARY. Many states automatically give democratic write-in to the “official” nominee, so YOU MAY ACTUALLY BE VOTING FOR OBAMA. In other states, unless a candidate has officially declared him/herself a write-in candidate (months ago), that vote won't count, either. SO DON’T WASTE YOUR VOTE THAT WAY!

Dan, TX   June 7th, 2008 12:01 pm ET

I saw Chelsea speak last night. She was very gracious in her call for unity and for support of Obama for President.

Kevin,FL   June 7th, 2008 12:00 pm ET

I hope they both get together, Obama/Clinton will be better than a McCain/whoever , Both Clinton and Obama will do good for this country! we can't afford 4 more years of the same!

Still Hopeful for Hillary!   June 7th, 2008 11:58 am ET

Educated women see through this man and will have a hard time voting for him in November. I would encourage Hillary to run as an Independent. I would support that and help to support her campaign.
I can only hope that once again the news media is being too presumptive.

California Women for Obama   June 7th, 2008 11:55 am ET

No, today she is saying "I'll decide when you are the nominee and today is that day." Quite a nasty person. I WILL NEVER VOTE FOR ANY TICKET WITH HER NAME ON IT. Please Obama you can do much better than that!. She is a very small person and EVERYTHING she does is carefully calculated for her benefit. If she thinks I will EVER forget the nasty things her and her no good husband have done over the course of this campaign she is sadly mistaken. I want Obama and Michelle to go ALL the way to the WH but I would rather see him lose than put her on a VP ticket with him. Should Obama lose this nomination because of the racists she has been able to inspire, I will campaign vigorously AGAINST her for the rest of my life. That is a promise.

Manny   June 7th, 2008 11:53 am ET

Good luck getting HRC supporters to endorse anyone the Dems are behind. They basically Kathie-Leed her and all women of her generation. The party and Naral in particular decided the women who fought for and won rights for all women can now be disregarded in favor of the young, new voters. It's the same as having spent 35 yrs in a marriage, working hard, building weath, taking care of the children and then the husband decides to replace the old model with a new one who will benefit from the work of the original. They also want her supporters to unitfy for the good of the party. Kinda like don't be bitter for the sake of the children. I don't think so, Homey.

Carol Brown   June 7th, 2008 11:53 am ET

Hillary: We need to put Barack Obama in the White House, not just "a Democrat". Repeat after me, " Senator Obama won the necessary delegate votes to become the Democratic President-Elect". Carol

GoHillary   June 7th, 2008 11:50 am ET

Never will a true Hillary supporter back THAT man for president! Goodbye Obama Hello McCain!

FORMER DEMOCRAT   June 7th, 2008 11:46 am ET

TOO LATE, I, ALONG WITH NUMEROUS DEMOCRATS, WILL NOT BE BACKING OBAMA, NOT MATTER WHO ENDORSES HIM. WE WILL NOT VOTE FOR SUCH AN ARROGANT AND PHONY MAN. WE DON'T BELIEVE IN ANYTHING HE SAYS. "CHANGE"??? PLEASE, YOU MEAN "CHANGE" THIS COUNTRY'S DIRE SITUATION FROM BAD TO WORSE, RIGHT?

MCCAIN 08

Lola   June 7th, 2008 11:46 am ET

I am Hillary Supportor, say NO to Obama, even she'll endorse him.
Well, the DNC and the media (barf) have selected their dictator. But they have lost one little voter………me.
He i a fraud, a liar and far more dangerous to this country then even Bush. Open your eyes or else we are all doomed…

Alice in Coldstream   June 7th, 2008 11:46 am ET

I personally would like someone to launch a petition to NOT have Hillary as Vice President…

demagogue   June 7th, 2008 11:45 am ET

I so love and admire and respect and feel in my heart for what this woman has suffered.

In honor of her battle and in protest of the shameful hatred that savaged her… NEVER OBAMA.

Love you Hillary.

God be with your.

from illinois...   June 7th, 2008 11:44 am ET

why prolong this? She was defeated by the time she spoke and spoke….and spoke on Tues night…then, thurs, ast AIPAC..she spoke and spoke….and spoke (and, by the way, had she conceded the nomination to obama on tues night as she should have, would the media have even covered her speech to AIPAC? and now, today, she is speaking AGAIN…okay. let us make this the LAST time we have to listen to her….move..on! obama WON by playing by the rules..she lost, even after abrogating the rules. It is time to resign clinton, mcCauliff, Ickes…and just who the hell is that Lanny Davis clown who is whining all the time….move on…after today, forget Clinton!

Kick Hillary to the Curb   June 7th, 2008 11:44 am ET

I guess Barack finally proved he could sit down with dictators and not get influenced. Hillary is conceding of whatever you want to call accepting that she's lost.

Good riddens! SHe will never get my vote

DEMS   June 7th, 2008 11:44 am ET

Dems, we have made history and knocked this woman out and installed Obama.

Now let"s make history again… and stand by Hillary even if she now supports the corruption that destroyed her.

Let's NOT vote for the ilegitimate nominee.

Let our vote count at last in Nov.

NC for McCain   June 7th, 2008 11:42 am ET

Today, I went against my own prinicpals and placed a sign in my front yard supporting my Presidential candidate of choice. As a registered Democrat and Hillary supporter, her endorsement or anyone else's for that matter will never sway or decide my vote.

McCain-2008

Generation X   June 7th, 2008 11:40 am ET

Did you read that Republicans. Also, Democrats; Operation Chaos is alive a well. Don't let them fool you. Real Democrats vote for their own party!!!

Steve P. Atlanta, GA   June 7th, 2008 11:40 am ET

The beauty of the nomination process? It shows us who and what we really are.

For those who previously claimed to be Democrats - because the party more closely represented their views of social justice and equality - but now refuse to support Obama (because he's B lack) and threaten to vote for McCain in November; you've now come to know what you are.

Be sure to be honest with yourselves when you stand before the mirror. While you may not be comfortable wearing a white sheet and something resembling a 'dunce ' cap in public, keep in mind that no one will see you when you register yourself as s REPUBLICAN. That should appeal to the core of your persona. Be true to yourself!!!!!!

screwed by her own party   June 7th, 2008 11:38 am ET

My vote is sacred.

After Hillary, it is NEVER going to go to Obama.

The viscious campaign of hate and division waged against Hillary by Obama and his followers, will come back to them.

God raise Hillary up. Her Grace is beyond compare. Obama can not hold a candle to her.

Thanks for trying, but my vote does not transfer to the LEAST qualified from the MOST qualified.

Hello Sen. McCain

Eric   June 7th, 2008 11:36 am ET

I am an Obama supporter; but I have the utmost respect for Hillary Clinton, and the arduous race that Barack and she ran. I believe that Barack and Hillary broke barriers for all minorities (women, African Americans, etc) in this country. I was upset like most other people that Hillary didn’t acknowledge the historic achievement that Barack accomplished on June 3rd; but I understand the conscience of her actions, that she also caught in the moment, and needed time to comprehend the situation.

But it’s paramount now that the party unites as one to defeat John Mc Cain and the Republicans. Let’s all join forces was Americans.

Go Obama!!!

Go Hill   June 7th, 2008 11:36 am ET

From the dust of this corruption, this lady will rise.

America, you have damaged your future beyond repair by savaging this great leader.

Never Obama.

Honor before party.

Truth before unity.

Fairness before sexism.

A true democrat   June 7th, 2008 11:34 am ET

A true democrat and fearless leader, this woman.

If I can not freely vote for her, and have my vote be counted, I can NOT in good conscience vote for the installed nominee.

Ngaruiya, Limuru, Kenya   June 7th, 2008 11:34 am ET

Now, that wont be difficult. She'll see.

Jim Bremer   June 7th, 2008 11:34 am ET

We Hillary supporters are not blind to the blatant coercion and arm-twisting that is being applied to the Clintons by the undemocratic DNC

It's McCain all the way now.

And, please don't insult our intelligence with inanities like "If you vote Mccain you disrespect Clinton".

It's time to correct the injustice - vote McCain!

still for hill   June 7th, 2008 11:33 am ET

At the start, I would have readily voted for other.

But the hatred coming from the Obama camp has changed my mind.

I would never vote for a candidate that attracts such filthy, foul and vile followers.

I love you beyond words, Hillary, but nice try.

For me it is you or nothing.

The bias and hatred and bashing only firmed up my conviction.

Bridgette - PA   June 7th, 2008 11:32 am ET

CNN, not so fast. Let's first wait to see what she says and how she says it. If, when she's finished speaking, we are all looking at each other more confused, I think we all should fight to ruin the remainder of her career for what she has done (or not). I am waiting….tick….tick….tick…………

OBAMA-08!

SW,OH   June 7th, 2008 11:32 am ET

She will need to do alot of convincing! I still do not believe in this man. I do not know what it is about him but I will have a hard time voting for him. I think it has to do with the way Hillary was treated especially by some of CNN'S reporters. My first instinct is usually my best and my first was not good for Obama. I think it will be McCain or no vote at all.

Loretta from California   June 7th, 2008 11:32 am ET

I'm very happy to hear that she is helping to bring our party together. We all need each other.

No McSame   June 7th, 2008 11:31 am ET

For all who will vote McSame the blood of American solders will be on your hands just like Bush and the rest that support him. Don't be fooled by them. Read the book and see for yourself, what kind of people you will be backing if you vote McSame.

Patriot Patrick of Houston   June 7th, 2008 11:31 am ET

Why is the loser getting so much press!!?? She lost! Period. CNN, the clinton news network should really get a grip on reality. The story should be about Obama, the first Black man to do what he's done. Bottom line is if hillary's accomplishment are so amazing, the barack's accomplishment must make her's pale in comparisom(being the WINNER and all).

Shannon in Galesburg   June 7th, 2008 11:31 am ET

This Obama supporter sincerely thanks you, Hillary, for being true to your word. You ran one hell of a campaign, and had you earned the nomination over my candidate, I would have proudly pulled the lever by your name this November.

still for hill   June 7th, 2008 11:31 am ET

I love her for doing it…

but my vote was ONLY for her- not for him.

Anonymous   June 7th, 2008 11:31 am ET

that mean she created a "women democratic party"?

matt   June 7th, 2008 11:31 am ET

love her, going to watch her speak in just a half an hour. but in no way will i support that man.

No Obama McCain President!   June 7th, 2008 11:31 am ET

Yesterday I pulled my Hillary signs from my yard, and NO way in hell am I voting Obama!!!.

km   June 7th, 2008 11:30 am ET

Good luck with that…her crash and burn strategy waged against her own team mate will make it hard for everyone to forgive and forget. The Republicans are already using her very words against Obama in a national ad.

NO SURRENDER!!!   June 7th, 2008 11:28 am ET

I WILL NEVER VOTE FOR OBAMA.

I left the democratic party and i'm supporting john mccain.

WOMEN NEED TO STAND UP AGAINST THE DEMOCRATIC PARTY FOR THE SEXISM AND DISCRIMINATION AGAINST HILLARY CLINTON.

1 MILLION WOMAN MARCH ON DENVER!!!

luc allen   June 7th, 2008 11:27 am ET

Clinton not releasing her delegat demonstrate that she is a dark, dark panther waiting in the back groungnd ready to bounce. Borak do not trust her! please it would be your biggest political mistake. Thanks

Hoang, UC Berkeley   June 7th, 2008 11:26 am ET

Many Obama supporters have bashed Hillary's for deciding to stay home, write in Hillary's name on the ballots, or even vote for McCain. The thing is that you don't understand. This is a Presidential Election. You don't vote for a party; you vote for a president. It does not matter whether Obama is from the Democratic Party, nor does he have similar plans with Hillary. WHEN YOU VOTE FOR A PRESIDENT, YOU VOTE FOR THE PERSON YOU TRUST, YOU VOTE FOR THE PERSON YOU THINK THAT WILL DO THE BEST JOB, YOU VOTE FOR THE PERSON WHO CAN LEAD THE COUNTRY, AND FINALLY BUT MOST IMPORTANTLY YOU VOTE FOR THE PERSON WHO THINKS FAST AND ACTS FAST TO PROTECT YOU WHEN AN EMMERGENCY OCCURS. As a typical Hillary's supporter, I DON'T THINK AND DON'T BELIEVE THAT OBAMA IS THAT PERSON. I'm gonna write in Hillay anyway. I'M NOT VOTING FOR A PARTY; I'M VOTING FOR A PRESIDENT.

NORA, FLORIDA   June 7th, 2008 11:26 am ET

As a staunch DEM, I have read and reviewed Hillary's and Obama's policies and they are so close that you would almost have to be an attorney to find any major differences. So my questions to the Hillary Supporters who are hell bent on staying home or voting for McSHAME is:

1. Are you willing to throw your children's future down the trash because of your own childish and selfish ways?

2. And what is the real reason that you are not willing to vote for Obama, whose policies are similiar if not identical in some ways? don't hide behind media given reasons like sexism, etc.. because I think that the bigger picture is race in this instance. Many older Americans and middle aged Americas that were raised by those older Americans are not ready for an African American President. At least be honest with yourselves.

jason   June 7th, 2008 11:26 am ET

it won't matter. the only people who will pay any attention to this endorsement are Obama supporters, who already support him. The hillary lunatics aren't interested in positive speeches about Obama. The only way Hillary would get their attention again is if she started trash-talking McCain.

martin   June 7th, 2008 11:25 am ET

ok,hillarys,i'm no longer mad at you.if you want to vote for obama ,now,i'll let you.if not,get lost.

Jon   June 7th, 2008 11:23 am ET

NEVER,EVER, will we back BHO and we highly recommend other Hill. supporter do the same. We all know Hill. was railroaded into submission from the DNC and party big shots. BHO, if picks Hill. for the #2 spot will only shut her up in some distant office until she finally gives in. This DNC should be hung out to dry. WE WILL BE SUPPORTING McCAIN IN NOV. Anyone else ???????

Buckeye Girl 4 Obama   June 7th, 2008 11:23 am ET

Please, correct me if I'm wrong, but, HRC's speech today is supposed to be "her moment ALONE to bask in HER accomplishments", she's needed her "space" in order to do this…Well, what was TUESDAY night for Barack Obama? Wasn't that supposed to be HIS "moment alone to bask in HIS accomplishments"? Doesn't that sound pretty "sexist" to anyone else but me? From all of the clinton-coverage over the last 4 months, her campaign is THE ONLY force quilty of injecting "sexism" into this race!

After today, can we PLEASE get a break from the 24/7 clinton coverage until November?

Real patriot   June 7th, 2008 11:22 am ET

If democrats are too stupid to line up behind their candidate, they deserve George W and his clone.

Farrell, Houston, Tx   June 7th, 2008 11:22 am ET

Sounds like it will be more of the same, all about Hillary.

calfornia for Obama   June 7th, 2008 11:21 am ET

Thank you Sen. Hillary. God Bless you.

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