June 7, 2008
Posted: June 7th, 2008 01:50 PM ET

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WASHINGTON (CNN) - Hundreds of young supporters and volunteers were on hand to witness Hillary Clinton’s exit from the presidential race, but the crowd at her last campaign rally Saturday was dominated by the middle-aged white women who have been the most loyal element of her base.

As the crowd filed out into the 90-degree Washington afternoon, 63-year-old June Stevenson of Columbia, Maryland – who said she would be donating to Barack Obama’s presidential campaign that evening – added that the failure of Clinton’s presidential run felt personal: she and Clinton came from the same generation of women on the front lines of the feminist fights of the 1970s. “It will be another 10 years, 20 years, maybe more before we get another chance like this,” Stevenson said.

“There won’t be another chance like this one,” responded her friend Linda Cohen, pointing out that if a woman were elected president in the next decade or two, they were unlikely to be a Baby Boomer. “Our time has passed,” she said with a laugh.

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Erika, Wichita   June 7th, 2008 3:55 pm ET

Bill Jay: Shut the hell up! It's people like you that are part of the problem! Take a look around. There have many many female leaders in other parts of the world. But not here in the good old U.S. of A! Men with your mentality are idiots.

Pepou   June 7th, 2008 3:53 pm ET

As an enthusiastic Obama supporter I welcome all Clinton supporters to our campaign. It is historic to have a first Afro-American nominee and in the future there will be a woman nominee and who knows, an Afro-American or Native American woman nominee. The future, thanks to democrats is bright.

steveda - poconos, PA   June 7th, 2008 3:53 pm ET

perhaps Obama was giving her the podium today by going golfing.... perhaps he was allowing her to have the spotlight alone for a day.

If you vote McCain as a show of support for Hillary you will erase every stride she has made for women in this campaign. You will vote for a party that did not have a single female, or any other minortiy, on it short list of candidates for president. Everyone keep pointing to Rice as the token black Republican – even she is walking away from that farce of a party. Colin Powell was their black spoeksperson for a while till he quit after he realized they made a foll of him by putting him in front of the UN to use his reputation to spread their lies of WMDs.

So go ahead all you female hypocrites.... vote McCain and put your aprons back on and get ready to make more babies. Under the Republicans, that's your role.

adm   June 7th, 2008 3:53 pm ET

For those who thought Obama was rude because he went golfing. It was reported on MSNBC that Obama watched it from his Laptop. Also, don't you guys know that he and Clinton had a talk? What do you think that meeting was about. You guys take any moment to bash Obama.

Proud American   June 7th, 2008 3:51 pm ET

Lets Go Dems!!!!!

mn   June 7th, 2008 3:49 pm ET

Bill Jay:
Are you implying that you are somehow to be considered a thinking person???????.....Cuz,,,,,,,, it ain't workin.

Andy...   June 7th, 2008 3:48 pm ET

I don't understand Americans!

This is not about "either Hillary or Obama" it's about the United States. The US has lost all its glamour... is responsible for the Iraq war, is responsible for the global monetary crisis...

It can't get much worse! People should wake up and finally acknowledge the brainwashing that is going on in the US: No, the US is not the greates country in the world... so kkep on voting for a Bush alike... you did it a second time 4 years ago... just keep on doing it! You all deserve it!

Cindy   June 7th, 2008 3:48 pm ET

I think just the opposite. Hillary has shown everyone that a woman can compete, toe to toe, with any man.

I did not like the gender excuses that came out of her campaign near the end. That's the only part of her campaign that IMHO, set women back.

I hope the next woman that runs... and there will be a next woman... and it won't take forever either... I hope the next woman that runs, will run a genderless campaign.

Mk   June 7th, 2008 3:48 pm ET

First an jab to CNN. There are some posts here that are OBVIOUSLY baloney. Why don't you moderate them!!! (Bill Jay is particularly stupid)

I hope everyone who saw Hillary speak today understands how insulting it would be to her if you were vote for McCain because you are angry. If you were planning all along to vote for him(As I suspect alot of the posters here who are trying to stir the pot were) then do it. But don't dirty up Hillary's name with your show of disrespect by voting for McCain.

The Clear Thinking Independent   June 7th, 2008 3:48 pm ET

Hillary Clinton 2008 = Jesse Jackson 1984

In 1984 Jackson ran for President winning a respectable number of votes and delegates. Granted he didn't achieve the almost near parity of Clinton, but it was his run that ushered in talk of Colin Powell running in 1996 & 2000 and culminated in Mr. Obama becoming the nominee this year.

I think it also bears mentioning that the "Jackie Robinson" model will also apply for the 1st woman president. Jackie Robinson was the 1st African American to break into the major leagues and he was selected for both his talent and his temperment.

America felt uneasy about Jesse Jackson as president. It is very at ease regarding Obama in this capacity.

I expect there will be parallels for the 1st successfull woman candidate. In this way, Hillary has done her duty to pave the way

dwc   June 7th, 2008 3:47 pm ET

She was made to concede by the Democratic bully leadership, everyone knows it. I will never vote for Sen. Obama. Nothing has changed for me since the beginning of the campaign, he is no more qualified today than he was a year ago to be President. I will be voting McCain, because character and experience do mean more than jumping on board a politically correct bandwagon simply because it will make history. And, how rude to go golfing while she spoke. If the situation was reversed, she would be getting called all kinds of names.

Rick in Arizona   June 7th, 2008 3:47 pm ET

I am an INDEPENDENT voter here in McCain's home state and, myself and alot of voters here will not be voting for John McCain, the last 7 1/2 years is enough to explain that 1. alot of you on both sides seem more like stalkers instead of AMERICAN VOTERS.

For those that state that you will vote for McCain instead of Obama are basically saying that you are okay with sending thousands of more young AMERICANS to their deaths in Iraq as well as willing to accept the continuing downward spiral of the economy.

For those that say you'll sit it out.. It's sad to see that you will be willing to let others decide the direction of this country and the fate of yourselves and your loved one for the next 4 to 8 years. Your voices need to be heard also..

For the Obama die hards.. You canidate won so you should be humble and try and untie your Democratic party because, another 4 years of this situtation in AMERICA is just not something we need.

justus   June 7th, 2008 3:47 pm ET

I think Hillary blew it for the women. She made women look conniving, petty, dishonest...just to name a few. I'm glad she's gone and hope she won't get the VP nomination. I've heard they had to pay her to get her to get rid of her. Oh, and everyone is talking about how wonderful he speech was, well it's about time after months of her petty conniving and manipulations. McCain has a very good lead now thanks to her pettiness. Good riddance Hellary.

Mike   June 7th, 2008 3:46 pm ET

And the media continue dividing people. This election cycle has taught me alot not even pay attention to the media cronies!

John Smith   June 7th, 2008 3:44 pm ET

All these should have been OVER by Tuesday. Hillary was pushed to make this move.

I DID NOT, and will NOT watch Hillary's speech. This primary was about the PARTY, not an almighty Queen. If Hillary supporters love her more than they love the DEM party, let them NOT vote for Obama as he REPRESENTS the DEM party. It is that simple! I want change, not coronation!

sarah   June 7th, 2008 3:44 pm ET

what i dont understand is why the hell the obama messiah and his lunatic supporters think hillary clinton owes them anything at all. and why should her supporters start worshipping the APPOINTED candidate. the DNC, obama and his zealots have been hateful, obnoxious and nasty. they call clinton supporters, ignorant ,racist, uneducated, and then have the nerve to ask ( or tell) the clinton peeps to come on over to the obama camp. here's a clue folks..... dont sling crap at people and then ask for their help, its a really bad idea.

Historic Moment that Hillary et al need to join   June 7th, 2008 3:44 pm ET

There are those who will mourn. Let them lament the moment. But, please, please, let's keep our eyes on the prize. Our children's and grandchildren's future cannot rely on the continued Republican control of the White House – not JUST McCain, but the whole Bush cadre. The Obama team is bound to have Clinton members in it. The degrees of seperation between the two is sooooo little, if your values are truly Democratic, you'll vote Obama and the whole slate from local, state, to federal levels – we need a mandate and a sweep to bring socially responsible healthcare and energy self-sufficiency on- line. A vote now for Obama is also a vote for Clinton!

Diane T   June 7th, 2008 3:44 pm ET

To Tell the Truth:
I will never, never, vote for McCain. I will never, never, vote for Obama
either. McCain is for the war and I am against it. Furthermore McCain
is a bag of broken bones, besides knowing nothing about the economy.
Obama is a young, inexperienced, arrogant puppet. The only real qualified person was Hillary. Too bad the delegates all went against her. She was ganged raped! As for me, I plan to change my party affilliation to Independent. I want nothing to do with the Dems. ever.
One more thing, the system is wrong. We need to elect on popular vote, not delegates, The system is outdated. Hillary won the popular vote.
She was robbed.

Jack   June 7th, 2008 3:43 pm ET

I support a woman or black president, just not this woman ot this black. Giveme someone like Margaret Thatcher, Colin Powell or better yet, Condi Rice. This way we can get over the sexist and racist thing without ruinning the country like Jimmy Carter did.

Timothyt   June 7th, 2008 3:42 pm ET

DEMS UNITE! Do not allow the media and the republican posers to divide us. They trying to manipulate their way into a victory. Not This Time!!!!

Obama 08/12
Yes We Can!

Kara   June 7th, 2008 3:42 pm ET

Tell the truth-

I am truly a Hillary supporter. However I could never vote for Obama for a number of reasons.

1) He has little to no experience to validate being the leader of the most powerful country in the world.

2) He is or has been involved with too many people that questionable political stances. His former pastor spewing hate speach towards whites, Bill Ayers being the underground weather man blowing up gov. buildings, Rezko this week being convicted of many crimes. And now there may or may not be a video of Michelle Obama spewing "whitey" hate. There is too much here to ignore. I would never vote for anyone who supports or has supported any group that encourages racsism of any kind.

3) The last time the country elected someone with little or no experience that person (GW Bush) was elected entirely on "personality", caused our country to be in the mess it is in today. The same energy and reasons that many are enamored by Obama today were the same for GW Bush in 2000.

4) Finally, While Hillary was giving what must have been a very difficult speech to throw her support towards him and recruit the support of her 18 million supporters ( which he desperately needs to win the WH) he is out playing golf. That to me is the ultimate slap in the face.

McCain is an Independent Republican. Yes he has made speeches in support of the war, but he has to play the politics this year to get elected. He has to keep his base energized, but I do beleive that once he is in the White House he will go back to being the maverick he was before this political driven election. He is a good man and although I am not a Republican, I do trust him over Obama to make the best decisions for the USA. No, I am not in support of this war, but I do believe that he will find the best solution for us to end it without failure.

Tell The Truth- I hope I have answered your question. I would like to think that Obama is a good man. He SEEMS to be good in his speeches, but I have not seen any "fruit" to validate that he is a good man much a good leader.

I hope he does not offer Hillary the VP slot, and if he does I hope she rejects it. She needs to show her support as she has to her fellow democrat and then be done with it. Regretably I will have to vote republican this fall but the siver lining will be that in 4 more years America will be truly tired of republican rule regardless of how good or bad the war is. And with that America will embrace Hillary as the true beacon of hope.

McCain 08 --> Hillary 2012!!

NYminute52   June 7th, 2008 3:40 pm ET

Dr Ward Ciac II – Ah, another moron that has opened his mouth and spoken without knowing the facts.

Victoria Clafin Woodhall was the first woman to run for president of this country, in 1872; Belva Ann Bennett Lockwood, in 1884 and again in 1888; Margaret Chase Smith, in 1964 – on the Republican ticket and finally, but in no way, any less the woman or the candidate – Congresswoman Shirley Chisholm, the first African American woman to run in the democratic primary for president – in 1972.

So you see – it IS A BIG DEAL – God help us all if you are truly a doctor – how the hell did you get through 8 years of college?

No Obama McCain President!   June 7th, 2008 3:39 pm ET

NO OBAMA!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Shirley   June 7th, 2008 3:38 pm ET

Hillary's speech was excellent but too late. I agree with the pundits that she should have started her compaign that way.

As for Obama playing golf, are you sure he was playing golf? Do you really know if he did not watch the speech? It's time to see the big picutre. Our nation is in a crisis. Change is needed. I believe Obama respects the 18 million people who voted for Senator Clinton but today was her day and she wanted all the glory for this historic moment! She got what she wanted- to control her own exit!

Also I would also like to know how an individual could support Clinton's views and switch to McCain because she lost? Please help me to see that strategy.

Diane T   June 7th, 2008 3:37 pm ET

This has been the dirtiest election ever. Hillary won the popular vote, but the delegates chose Obama. She was robbed. I, for one, will never support Obama, even if Hillary says so. She is the best one to be president, NOT Obama who knows nothing about leadership. She is so much better qualified than he will ever be. The men delegates went against her, even those who were supposed to be her friends. This was a case of misygony. Hillary was ganged raped.

Wayne   June 7th, 2008 3:37 pm ET

I simply cannot believe the ridiculousness and calousness of many of you on this message board!!! I simply CANNOT believe you!!! I am a black man in his early 30s and I was a Hillary supporter. But I will not jump ship and vote for McCain. I will support Obama because he believes fundamentally the same things that Hillary believes. Also, as a Hillary supporter, I was not particularly proud of some of the tactics our campaign resorted to in trying to beat Obama so I could not be upset when Obama's campaign went on the offensive against us. I won't sit here as many of you are and act as if Hillary was treated so terribly when indeed she threw plenty of punches herself at Obama. As for the election being stolen, that is a ridiculous claim as well. Hillary agreed to not even count the votes and seat the delegations of Michigan and Florida BEFORE she appeared to be losing momentum. And had Obama been on the ballot in Michigan he would likely have won the state considering his constituencies in cities like Detroit, Grand Rapids, Flint, Saginaw and other heavily african-american populated areas who chose not to vote or remained uncommited so our candidate came out of there with a fair split. Even if she had received EACH delegate from both states she still wouldn't have beaten him. So it's time to stop the malarky and get behind Obama and stop making this such a personal thing because it shouldn't be. And I don't think Hillary should be his VP, BUT I think it would be great if he nominated her for a Supreme Court postion.

Susan Stein   June 7th, 2008 3:36 pm ET

Without Hillary, Obama will be doomed. History may well be like this: McCain defeats Obama and his non-Clinton running mate in 2008; and a long overdue victory for Hillary in 2012.

Why? Signing the $300Bn hypocratic US Farm Bill and promising Iseral "an un-divided Jerusalem as Iserali capital" by Obama demonstrate that what Obama can really offer is a very limited change in America, except a more symbolic African American presidency.

McCain is hateful, however, he is often a conscious "loner" in his political career. Average Americans may very likely vote for him. Don't forget how George W. defeated "smartie talker" John Kerry in 2004 by more than 2 million votes. American history is not for elite but average Joe. Remember how Jackson defeated Harvard elite Quency, which is a well-known and very telling example.

Educator in CT   June 7th, 2008 3:34 pm ET

I am a christian voter. I have heard a lot about Obama's pastor and about Hagie whose endorsement McCain sought. But my question is this- what is McCain's religion, What church does he attend? who is his pastor? I want to vote for the right man who will satisfy my religious beliefs.

Jeff   June 7th, 2008 3:33 pm ET

Sorry ladies.

Don't blame men. Don't blame Barack.

Blame SNIPER FIRE!

I would LOVE a woman president. Just not HRC.

ree   June 7th, 2008 3:32 pm ET

I looked at all the candidates Dem & Rep. I decided on three. Sen. Clinton was first, John Edwards second and John McCain third. Obama was not even a choice. By the way, I am a democrat

I am not voting for Obama because Sen. Clinton lost, but because I just don't feel he is ready. His attitude reminds me of Bush seven years ago.

He could have waited and left after Sen. Clintons speech. Just should the respect he has for women.

mama coo   June 7th, 2008 3:32 pm ET

Tell the truth, because of people like you it becomes easy for a Hillary supporter to switch to anyone but Obama.

To answer your question, McCain is a moderate. He has been bipartisan. If you are concerned about the safety of the country, he has more experience. He may not be ideal but with a Democratic Congress he certainly is an alternative to Obama.

Obama supporters don't seem to understand how their hatefulness has turned people off to Obama. If Obama attracts these type of people just who is he really.

Some people just don't like Obama or his policies. It has nothing to do with race as many Obama supporters insist. They just don't like his arrogance, his feeling of entitlement, his far left leanings, his supporters. Why should Clinton supporters just automatically support him? It is his job now to bring Hillary supporters over. Unlike the fans who continue to vilify her and demean her supporters.

Gene   June 7th, 2008 3:31 pm ET

Well, Hillary's supporters if you're voting for another 4yrs of stupidity and ignorance of MCBUSH...............Go head your children and grandchildren will leave to regret it..........for sure..

Olivia   June 7th, 2008 3:31 pm ET

Even after Hillary endorsed Obama in the best way possible, most of the comments from the Obama supporters are negative and still disrespectful of Sen. Clinton and her family and supporters.

The best way to handle this is to KEEP OUR MOUTHS SHUT.

WE will MOVE AS ONE on voting day in the general.....for or against.

james   June 7th, 2008 3:27 pm ET

Hillary supporters are going to fail her by voting for Obama.

I am begging as a white married male who has no problem voting for a woman president – and Hillary was our chance.

CLINTON SUPPORTERS – UNITE,
VOTE MCCAIN '08 FOR CLINTON '12

We will never forget the caucuses and the flip off from Obama. What a disgrace he and his supporters have been.

Wayne   June 7th, 2008 3:27 pm ET

To ChicoSez:

Your comment about there being no change because there are two men has to be the most ignorant comment I have ever read. I understand that a woman would represent change as well, but to have a man with a black background is the second most significant change you can possibly have. A black woman would represent the most significant change. But although sexism is indeed a real issue in this country, PLEASE do not equate it to racism. You've never known a white woman to be called a derogatory name because of the color of her skin. There was no historic seperation of woman from their families in order to support the institution of slavery. By the 1960s, white women didn't have to organize freedom marches and sit at the back of buses because white men wanted to sit in the front. In 1955, had a white woman had paid attention to Emmitt Till she wouldn't have been killed the way he was for paying attention to a white woman. To have a candidate of color represents the most significant change EVER!!! I truly don't believe you understand just what this means for all minorities and for women!!!

Janet, 60+White Female American via Canada   June 7th, 2008 3:26 pm ET

Of course no denying that has been a double historical year for the USA!
After now we must prove that we can Unite together, all races, genders, rich/poor, beliefs, and put the division aside and lay to rest in the history books. We have seen Positive and Some Negative campaigning – especially within the Party.
In not conceding Senator Clinton has sent a chill up my spine!

God forbid, if anything happens to our next President (Senator Obama) – history curent/future will blame only one person! Wounds that are not completely closed can tear apart quickly.

Body language along with very weak words made me uncomfortable and not surprising apprehensive,tso say the least. From todays speech by Senator Clinton!

Kenneth M.   June 7th, 2008 3:24 pm ET

Brian Knoxville, TN. Obama told the TN Rep Party to stop talking about his wife and they did it. That is how powerfull he is. If she wanted his attention she should have had made the speech on Tuesday. Look at it this way, Tuesday is for eating crow, Saturday is for Golf. Best you and Slick Hillie get your priorities in order.

Manny   June 7th, 2008 3:24 pm ET

Tell the truth-Sorry, it's a free country, we don't need your approval to vote for the person of our choice. Who the hell are you to demand answers from anyone If you're so fervent about Barack, why aren't you out knocking on doors instead of sitting at your computer making your ridculous demands?

fran from canada   June 7th, 2008 3:23 pm ET

Annie I don't see anything wrong with Obama going golfing Hillary's speech should have been made on Tues. Even though she lost she still wants to control things. Its sad to see so many woman anger and hurt and saying they won't support the party. I don't think just because she is a woman she she have gotten in. I think people forget the baggage she comes with, and I am not just talking about Bill. Don't they have a court case coming up. They had alot of problems when they were in the wh the first time, at least Obama wasn't slinging mud like she was.

LIAR OBAMA   June 7th, 2008 3:21 pm ET

Hillary did not lose because she is a woman. She lost because she was cheated by the DNC and the media.
I will never vote for obama.

Susan, Macedon New York   June 7th, 2008 3:21 pm ET

I can't believe he went golfing instead of standing with Hillary and thanking her for her support. That he may not have even listened to the speech is the height of disrespect. His speech was pretty, but then all of this speeches are pretty. Actions speak louder than words.

I was really hoping they could work together to get a democrat in the white house but if this is the the the lack of respect he'll be showing her, forget it.

It's a good thing Hillary suspended rather than quit her campaign. Maybe Obama will make another huge mistake (or someoneone will makei t for him!) and he'll have to drop out before the convention.
Hillary could still get the nomination. Stranger things have happened.

Golf is the quintessential man's sport. I guess that says it all.

Alice   June 7th, 2008 3:20 pm ET

As a 57-year old white woman, feminist, and former Hillary supporter, I have to say that many of you are conjuring up the old images of "bra-burners" that did our cause no good at all. An Obama administration would move the issues we care about light years ahead of what a McCain administration would do. Don't make (what you perceive to be) the perfect into the enemy of the good. Hillary understands this, which is why she is urging all of you to stick with her in getting a Democrat back into the White House, even if it isn't her. And I am certain her personal pain is far greater than yours.

Damian   June 7th, 2008 3:18 pm ET

As a fervent Barack supporter I thought Hillary gave a very good speech. As far as her suspending her campaign as opposed to conceding, I think some education is in order. Hillary has a very large campaign debt and the only way she can pay it off is by "suspending" her campaign. If she "concedes" she cannot continue raising money to pay off her campaign debt. It's a smart move. Also keep in mind John Edwards suspended his campaign too so it doesn't mean she isn't going to fully support Barack.

The T   June 7th, 2008 3:18 pm ET

Will the REAL Dem speak-up....Some of you sound like Rep who didn't get their wish....We are all Dem (hopeful) here...And yes I know there's Rep here pretenting to be Dem. Because Real Dem will not stand for 8 more years of BUSH Policy....It won't work Rep not this time not this year....WE Will WIN with all Dem (to include SEN. CLINTON supporters)

victor   June 7th, 2008 3:18 pm ET

Just admit FINALLY THAT YOU WON'T VOTE FOR THE MAN BECAUSE HE'S BLACK. Some of you people are racist of the first order. These two people we're so close in ideas and policy you could hardly tell them apart. And if Hillary had won we'd have a bunch of sexist idiots saying they wouldn't vote for her because she's a woman. GET OVER THEW BLOODY RACE AND GENDER ISSUES, IT'S NOT THAT BLOODY HARD

Farrell, Houston, Tx   June 7th, 2008 3:15 pm ET

I AM A DEMOCRAT FIRST AND WILL SUPPORT MY PARTY AND OBAMA WILL GET MY SUPPORT.

Cherri   June 7th, 2008 3:15 pm ET

I do believe that "suspend" has acquired a new definition: "denial."

The first half of hc's "speech" rang of the usual clintonian false-cheeziness.

The second half was read almost as a monotone (albeit at times in a deep, bellowing sound), with not the slightest indication of real or affected sincerity.

Very telling. My guess is that Obama told her he'd pay her bills if she would shut up and go away. At least, I HOPE HE DID.

annie   June 7th, 2008 3:14 pm ET

To Shelley in NC – That is bull crap – Women were and are being discriminated against in this campaign!! Hillary does have her own experience, it is obama who has NO experience.

Mish   June 7th, 2008 3:14 pm ET

I hope the hillary supporters will follow her lead and support Obama
its the issues that count
I can say this with no doubt in my mind that Senaor Obama will win the presidency !!!
if your wondering how I know that
trust my intuition ..I KNOW ;-)

Darryl   June 7th, 2008 3:12 pm ET

I have suspend my campaign! Wow big deal! Where is the I now Direct my delegates to support our next president and winner of the democratic primary "Barack Obama" . This is still the "Games People Play" or same old politics. I guess Senator Clinton Just doesn't get it, "Change We Can Count ON".

I'll take my 18 million voters and hold you hostage, because I am greater than the democatic party. Yes despite I said you can't handle the job and I'm more electable than you and America showed me different, Bill and I know what's best and will show you one way or another.

Did I mention you had better run every idea and news release by us until we decide we can't hurt you anymore. Now about this Co-Presidency I proposed, this is the new face of the election process when it ends this close. Wait until you tell America this was your idea and Mc Cain will just go to his retirement home in peace.

P.S. Don't forget what we agreed on about that campaign money, $20 million plus 18%.

Margie, Atlanta, ga   June 7th, 2008 3:12 pm ET

He went golfing????????????Please CNN explain it to me in plain english. I am AA and a HRC and feel this is nothing but an insult. This is who you crowned as the nominee??????. Amazing. HE went golfing???????? what a joke.

Good Job Hillary!   June 7th, 2008 3:12 pm ET

I live in an upscale predominately republican town here in California and my fellow Hillary supporters and I throughout the city will be meeting to help organize an effort to support Barack Obama.

Sure there are still some very hurt feelings, but trust when I say that there are more people who are falling in line behind Barack Obama than not. THAT IS FACT.

OBAMA 08'

SamSunny   June 7th, 2008 3:12 pm ET

P.S.

I think most of these anti-Obama messages here are being posted by
Republicans to give the impression the Clinton supporters aren't smart enough to figure out what's in their best interest. Social Security alone should convince most older Americans....John McCain wants to carry on the idea of diversing it into the Stock Market. Now who would that help. More rich Republicans.

Chris M.   June 7th, 2008 3:12 pm ET

Why does everyone call Obama the "Lunatic Left"??? They've voted the same almost every time they've voted.

Enough Already   June 7th, 2008 3:11 pm ET

The "irate Hillary supporters" writing in to all these blogs are actually Rush Limbaugh Republicans still trying to create chaos.

Nobody checks who all these people actually are.

Their purpose is to make real Hillary supporters "join them" in voting for McCain.

The truth is there is almost no difference between Hillary and Barack on the issues while McCain supports the opposite position on most issues!

It is unacceptable to Hillary's true supporters to have four more years of a Republican president – Iraq continues, no health care, tax cuts for the rich, foreclosures, job losses and appointment of justices to the Supreme Court who will take away women's basic rights including the choice of what to do with their own bodies (Roe v. Wade).

Those who believe in what Hillary stands for cannot and will not support McCain with their votes or by staying home. We must elect a Democrat to the White House! No ifs, ands or buts!

Clinton Supporter   June 7th, 2008 3:11 pm ET

I'm one of those "core constituents," and, sorry, Hillary, Howard Dean came a bit late to the party. Now that it suits his purposes, he's decided to speak out against sexism.

The DNC should be ashamed of themselves. Of course, they couldn't care less about you and me. They got what they wanted.

Time will tell how many female Clinton supporters dutifully vote for Obama. Not this one. Ralph Nader? McCain? Stay home? Who cares. If Americans want to protect the Supreme Court, abortion rights, gay rights, get out of Iraq or save the economy, they'll have to wait 4 more years. Obama got no usual big boost in the pools that goes with finally becoming the official nominee, did he?

I hope Hillary doesn't run on a ticket with this guy. I would hate to see her lose twice. The DNC is Forever-the issues will change over time. Without a decent, fair minded DNC, the Democrats won't win again, and they don't deserve your vote.

Don't buy the fear thing: We'll have a Bush 3rd term if you don't vote for BO, and it will be ALL YOUR FAULT, Clinton voters!!!

No, actually it will be the fault of the DNC and their nominee.

Generation X   June 7th, 2008 3:11 pm ET

Most of the individuals blogging as Hillary supporters are PAID REPUBLICANS carrying out McCains orders to keep Operation Chaos alive and well. Hillary supporters please come to Obama website and unite the Democratic Party. REPUBLICANS–NOT THIS TIME.

Adam   June 7th, 2008 3:11 pm ET

Didn't Obama watch the speech over computer live? If he did, what is this b.s. about a golf course?

Anonymous   June 7th, 2008 3:10 pm ET

Our democratic process is failing us. The media is the ultimate spinner (with some exceptions)...whatever happened to real journalism? The CHARACTER of a person still means something to many...that's why I will NOT vote for Obama. The core issues are that all Americans want to be safe, be able to care for their families, be healthy, happy and prosperous. We must be able to TRUST the person that is leading us.

Vietnam Vet   June 7th, 2008 3:10 pm ET

You haters, give me a break, you blame everybody you can think of except HRC for losing, Obama played by the rules and did not lie and won by the rules. I have no illusion, there are people who will not vote for Senator Obama because of their deeply held bias, or some other make up excuse, rather than say that, they say, Clinton only, he have no experience. Bush had experience, Chaney had experience and where are we. So if you want to stay home or vote for Mccain, good riddence you are a hinderance to the Democratic party and need to leave, I am ready for a change.

Matt   June 7th, 2008 3:10 pm ET

Vote based on the issues people, not the personalities. Obama and Clinton share the same beliefs. McCain and Clinton share NOTHING. A vote for McCain is a vote AGAINST universal healthcare, a vote AGAINST a woman's right to choose, and a vote for an ENDLESS WAR in Iraq

zeusbheld   June 7th, 2008 3:10 pm ET

i find it hard to believe that these alleged "Hillary supporters" ARE actually Hillary supporters. they don't seem to care about their candidate. they especially don't seem to care much about reality or anything of the sort.

incidentally, a) Hillary and Barack met on Thursday and most likely talked about what would happen today. had Hil wanted him there, no doubt, he would have been there. it was her bow out, why crowd the spotlight? get over it; she will.

you lot aren't really HIllary supporters anyway, you're dittoheads hiding behind what you're simple enough to think is a clever disguise. keep up the work. *yawn*.

Sharon R.   June 7th, 2008 3:09 pm ET

Brian:

This mesage is for you! Stop being such a racist . Do you have any children? I pray you are not brain washing them with your racist remarks. This is the year 2008, and you sound like a former slave owner or a KKK clan member . I have been reading most of your comments on the blogs. Go ahead and vote for John McCain who cares. But Hillary and Bill have been fighting for civil rights for people of color most of their lives. That is how Bill became known as "the first black president "by African Americans". So, for you to write your racist commentson the blogs serves as an injustice to the Clinton legacy.

You Brian, need to keep your racist comment to yourself,and find Jesus!

Solomon   June 7th, 2008 3:08 pm ET

I don't understand why a lot of men doesn't accept the idea of a woman as president. They seem to forget that in the military there are a lot of women commissioned officers leading and commanding most of these noncommissioned servicemen. I mean, what's up with that? Why don't these men refuse to serve under these women officers if they are so aversed at being led by a woman?

Greg   June 7th, 2008 3:08 pm ET

Stop with the 18 million. There are many of those 18 mil who are long since gone. I know many in the Northeast who voted for her, and regretted it one month later when she lied about Bosnia, accused Obama of making race an issue, and, her husbands many gaffes.

Since HRC fans love making up numbers, and regurgitating them, I would say there are 2 million Hill fans left.

Sore losers. Didn't your Mom teach you to lose with grace???

Jesse   June 7th, 2008 3:07 pm ET

.
What do Clinton and McCain have in common... NOTHING!

Why would people be so dumb as to say they would support the complete oposite?

Anyone who is a Democrat would never support Bush/McCain

I'm just wondering if people are really that self centered?
.

linchristi   June 7th, 2008 3:06 pm ET

Arrogance is why I just cant vote for Obama. Hillary had to swallow her pride, her anger and her disappointment for Him. To think that he couldnt watch her speech. Why? Bcause he wanted that speech on Tuesday, she won another primary,I dont think she should have given her speech Tuesday.

Why does he take for granted that the democrats will unite if he doesnt even do an action of respect to see the speech for the people he needs the most..Actions speak louder than words..Just because Hillary says to vote for him and his way of receiving the endorsement is to go golfing..PLEASE

Golfing means that he just doesnt care or he doesnt need my vote..

Margaret Hoffman   June 7th, 2008 3:06 pm ET

Obama/ Clinton for a united Democratic Party in 2008 !!!!!!!!!!!!!

Marilyn   June 7th, 2008 3:06 pm ET

I am no longer a Democrat and will now be voting for McCain!

jmm   June 7th, 2008 3:06 pm ET

another thing is that you can spin it any which way you want, but Hillary Clinton won the popular vote.....

This was taken away from her in order not to get the black people upset. this is is not democratic...
I am a democrat but this year the democrats have disapointed me.they have been so hateful and aggressive, specially towards clinton.
The republicans are not so nasty as this.
Obama is elitist and remember Kerry lost for that very reason.

We'll see what happens in november

Becky, KS   June 7th, 2008 3:06 pm ET

Obama and his supports prove themselves again and again that they don't respect Clinton, what she stands for, or her supporters. Too bad so sad. I won't be supporting Obama. He might be the nominee, but he's the wrong one. The DNC railroaded Hillary. They would prefer an inexperienced man over a very experienced woman. Our time has not pasted. It will come again. It's just too bad because Hillary would have made a great president. I hope she becomes a life long senator where she will be able to help the democratic cause. She will be more powerful there than Obama will ever be as president.

SamSunny   June 7th, 2008 3:05 pm ET

I understand the disappointment when your candidate is not the winner. It hurts. But I want to say to all the Clinton supporters, you are hurting Hillary, her legacy, her chances of being V.P., and everything she stands for if you go over to the McCain side. That would be the worst 'turncoat' decision you could make against Hillary. You don't have to wholely endorse Obama, per se, but continue to support Hillary and her future by staying with the Democratic Party.

Good Job Hillary!   June 7th, 2008 3:04 pm ET

People, please don't allow yourself to get caught up in this divide.
As a Hillary supporter I truly feel that those people who supported her so staunchly and are now threatening to vote for McCain, don't really care about her. WHY would you run to a guy who is in stark contrast to what Hillary believed in just because the candidate you wanted to win didn't? I think it is not only childish, but foolish. Is this how you have raised or are raising your children to behave? As sore losers?
I think this is very destructive behavior. If Hillary supporters run to McCain, her legacy will forever be tied to the reason the democrats lost. She will be tagged as being ungracious and divisive FOREVER.

Let's be clear on something here. THE REPUBLICANS DO NOT CARE ABOUT YOU. John McCain moves in whatever direction he is pointed in under the advisement of the same people who are running this country now.

DEMOCRATS UNITE!!!!!!

WE ARE ONE!

Obama 08'

Joe   June 7th, 2008 3:04 pm ET

Don't come back here in New York. We don't take loosers!
I am always a supporter of Obama after you injected race in this campaign...........

FORMER DEMOCRAT   June 7th, 2008 3:04 pm ET

I, ALONG WITH MILLIONS OF VOTERS, WILL RATHER SEE MCCAIN WIN THE ELECTION THAN A LIAR AND A HYPOCRITE. "CHANGE"??? YOU MEAN, "CHANGE' THIS COUNTRY'S SITUATION FROM BAD TO WORSE, RIGHT? OBAMA'S SUPPORTERS ARE IDIOTS, FOLLOWING HIM AND SWOONING OVER HIM, DYING TO TOUCH HIM AND SWOON AGAIN, NEVER TO QUESTION ALL THE CONTROVERSY THAT SURROUNDS HIM.

Kevin in Oregon   June 7th, 2008 3:04 pm ET

If they really miss her that much they can have her back!!!

Georgia   June 7th, 2008 3:04 pm ET

Mrs. Clinton might have to support O'Bama , but I don't . He has plenty of support with the Media and the DNC. I am an African- American who has always voted democrat, but will be an independent from now on. I am not upset with Mr. O'bama for winning. The DNC seemed to be only interested in the new people that he brought in and not the ones they already had. I will stay home in Nov. I have always voted for who I think has the best skills. I belive Mrs. Clinton has that. It's ok that mr. O'bama won . But I refused to continue to participate in somthing that was so hateful and unfair. CNN needs to change the name to the O'Bama show.

Jatovi, NC   June 7th, 2008 3:03 pm ET

I hope people realize Hillary Clinton didn't loose this election because she is a woman. The reason she lost was because Obama ran a great campaign. Both stood on the same issues but I think since his side seemed a little more positive and better prepared after "Super Tuesday" it moved the needle in his favor just enough. Realize both of these candidates are great and have both made history. both have fought through some bad things to come out of the media, sexism and racism. Instead of staying in the past, it's time to move to the future and look at winning the general election. He doesn't need to be forced into having Hilary as the VP, let him choose who he works best with so things can change in Washington. Voting for McCain says that you are happy with people loosing their homes, a raising unemployment rate, the dollar steadily weakening, fighting in a civil war that is draining or economy, and countless other horrible issues.

Sarah Smith   June 7th, 2008 3:03 pm ET

all her supporters .. to feel a BOND w/her

must be liars and cheaters and scallywags ..

otherwise I can't IMAGINE how they feel a KINSHIP w/that scandolous powermonger.

so BOO HOO that she didn't get to be a world leader.

Not like Ghandi, Thatcher, Bhutto

Patrick Peavy Plano,TX   June 7th, 2008 3:03 pm ET

I am a 15 year Hillary supporter. I have waited 15 years for her to run. It was a hell of a campaign and I learned a lot about myself and Hillary and my country. I enthusiastically am throwing my support for my second choice Senator Barack Obama. I am sad that Hillary lost but she is not down and out! I know more than anyone how hard it is to put your personal feelings aside, but do it, it feels great! This is coming from a guy who just cried with great sadness at parts of Hillary's speech. Plus, we can always say Hillary put Obama over the top! I would love to see her serve as VP but I am sure whatever he chooses will be something that Hillary can agree on. There is so much more she can do but I do think Senator Obama would make me the happiest guy in the world if he named Hillary as his VP, plus my birthday is coming soon! But seriously, I respect the fact that it is his decision to make and not one that should be pressured or forced upon him. But of course I want to throw my opinion out there.

Obama 2008/2012

Jatovi, NC   June 7th, 2008 3:03 pm ET

I hope people realize Hillary Clinton did loose this election because she is a woman. The reason she lost was because Obama ran a great campaign. Both stood on the same issues but I think since his side seemed a little more positive and better prepared after "Super Tuesday" it moved the needle in his favor just enough. Realize both of these candidates are great and have both made history. both have fought through some bad things to come out of the media, sexism and racism. Instead of staying in the past, it's time to move to the future and look at winning the general election. He doesn't need to be forced into having Hilary as the VP, let him choose who he works best with so things can change in Washington. Voting for McCain says that you are happy with people loosing their homes, a raising unemployment rate, the dollar steadily weakening, fighting in a civil war that is draining or economy, and countless other horrible issues.

Lisa from VA   June 7th, 2008 3:02 pm ET

Annie and Brian...you both need to grow up and stop being so petty. This was Hillary's moment....not Baracks. He had no business being there. Why NOT play golf?? What do you expect him to do? He has a life. geez...I think you both need to get one. Maybe he DVR'D the speech....who cares??? Why on earth do you care so much? GET LIVES PEOPLE. Stop obsessing about everyone elses. You don't own these candidates....they have a right to some time to themselves..

Hillary Clinton is going on vacation next week!!! OMG..... who frickin cares.....probably you two....you'll try and make something out of that too.

Indy Voter   June 7th, 2008 3:01 pm ET

Annie and Brian,

Is Cbama's golfing any more disrespectful than Hillary's not answering Obama's direct phone calls on election nights, or not conceding or at least congratulating him on his historic win on his big night? She has been VERY disrespectful to him in the past, but as Hillary says herself, Barack Obama is a man of grace and grit. He didn't even mention her rudeness. She at least showed her willingness to make up for some of her bad behavior in the past with her speech today. Why don't you do the adult thing and come on board...or at least let go of your bitterness and hatred. The only person it will hurt in the long run is you.

A concerned Obama supporter.

Still for Hill   June 7th, 2008 3:00 pm ET

Obama stole the nomination.

I hope he now loses the election.

Injustice, unfairness, cheating should not win out in the end.

Steve   June 7th, 2008 2:59 pm ET

For those of you who think Hillary had the nomination "stolen", doesn't it seem a bit odd that Obama won the most states, the most votes (yes, you DO have to include the caucuses..those are the rules...we live by rules), the most delegates (of both kinds)? Do you REALLY think that there is a vast conspiracy against the Clintons? Have you EVER seen millions of people conspire? Never.

For those of you who think Obama doesn't have the experience. Look at his actual voting record in the Senate. Also remember that his organization just beat the Clinton Machine. Sounds like he knows what he's doing to me.

It's excellent that you support Hillary. She's a good candidate, and she deserves your support. If you truly support her, you will do what she told you to do in her concession speech today. Vote Democratic.

Montana is Obama Country   June 7th, 2008 2:59 pm ET

........************ UNITY for AMERICA ************ .........

julianne m.   June 7th, 2008 2:59 pm ET

She captured the imagination of millions which is an election milestone few can attest to. But no one should forget the achievements of women. There are and have been female leaders in countries throughout the world, like Germany, Canada, England and others. We have a female Speaker of the House and female Secretary of State. Women have and will continue to make progress. Think about it from the other side. The Americas and Europe have never had a single black leader, so there are common (even higher) ceilings to be shattered. We women should rally behind Obama, not only for his commonality on the issues and because Hillary tells us to, but because we all share the same dream of equality and inclusiveness.

Florida voter   June 7th, 2008 2:58 pm ET

GO HILLARY!!!! SHE WILL BE OUR PRESIDENT, if not now, 2012.

Iñaki   June 7th, 2008 2:58 pm ET

Chuck... SORRY FOR YOU !!!!!

pam Eugene OR   June 7th, 2008 2:57 pm ET

It is not disrespectful that Obaama played golf. He deserves the rest and there are no confirmed reports that he did not see the speech. Please calm down ladies and do not get you knickers in a twist.
Obama 08
58 white woman supporting Barack.

Educated OH Voter   June 7th, 2008 2:57 pm ET

annie and others.... why are you guys so naive and ignorant. HE CAN spend time with his family. HE CAN choose his VP appropriately and wosely. HE CAN unite this nation but HE WILL be our next PRESIDENT. So stop being so negative and just throw your support behind him. Alot of voters don't have REAL positives reasons of why they won't support him. Oh he is black, or he is bi racial, or his middle name is Hussein, or he'll rail road white people.... fears fears and more fears. STOP IT!! Its time to be positive and look at facts.
I can only pray for the best. Racism out plays sexism any day.

Black educated woman wanting everyone to see the person not the exterior!

Michael   June 7th, 2008 2:57 pm ET

You rabid and radical Hillary Supporters should just quit. She lost and she now supports the right man for the job.

Grieve and move on. You're dragging Hillary's name and her lagacy into the mud.

Felicia   June 7th, 2008 2:57 pm ET

I will never vote for Obama!

I wonder how much Clinton sold her soul for?
She can see her soul but I refuse to sell mine!!

John McCain, I am all aboard!!

ReasonableVoter   June 7th, 2008 2:57 pm ET

Politics is ultimately about policy, not people. The division between the Obama and Hillary camps is all the more laughable because they vote the same way 95% of the time.

Folks, this is not a football or baseball game where you're voting for your favorite player. What matters is how politicians vote and how those votes affect you.

No matter how much Obama and Hillary supporters loved their candidate, the greatest stupidity would be to vote for the other party simply because Hillary lost. The same would be true if Obama had lost.

Anyone who votes for McCain in place of Hillary or does a write-in vote in protest doesn't understand what is at the crux of the matter.

Both Hillary and Obama are good people. Only one can be the nominee. Both vote the same way. It has never mattered which one wins, only that the Democrat wins.

Sheesh.

Jeff   June 7th, 2008 2:56 pm ET

Dear CNN,

There were umpteen millions of voters for HRC, right?

And you found "HUNDREDS" of protesters?

Hardly a story, sounds like an insignificant number to me and hardly a representation of the supporters.

AER   June 7th, 2008 2:55 pm ET

Unless Obama puts Hillary on the ticket as VP, my vote will go to McCain. I want someone with experience. If McCain puts Connie Rice or Colin Powell on the ticket as VP, he's sure to win.

Shame on Obama for playing golf as Hillary went on the record to support him. It shows his lack of respect to her and to the 18 million Democrats who voted for her. The Democrats made a grave mistake in selecting him as the Party's nominee and they deserve to lose. I do not want the people who ran the Democratic primaries running this country. Hillary was their only saving grace. The reason the Democrats keeping losing the Presidency is because they have so many stupid people running the party.

As an Independent with no political affiliation, I would have liked an opportunity to vote for Hillary as President, she truly was the best candidate. Now that I no longer have that option, the Republicans with McCain look better than the Democrats with Obama. The fact is...John McCain isn't George Bush, but Barack Obama is Barack Obama.

Wise White Guy   June 7th, 2008 2:54 pm ET

Wow, so many scared republicans on here. he he, they think that we are buying that they are Hillary supporters, lmao. This is why they are going to be destroyed in November. They are ignorant and are the last to know about it.

Harm   June 7th, 2008 2:54 pm ET

I saw for the first time her strenghts.
Congratulations Amsrica with this Democraric Party.
Obama and Hillary will give you a solid and ultimate Healthcare.
Obama has, of course, been watching her speech.
Please stop writing so nasty. Be positive and your day will be okay.

unions are not stupid   June 7th, 2008 2:54 pm ET

Brian Knoxville, TN

You know it is funny you claim to be a hillary supporter but many times i have seen post form you in several threads supporting Mc Cain even while she was campaigning. These republican idiots have no idea that the internet has given freedom back to the flow of information. Not all of us have short attention spans we read and remember.

Democrats be aware there is alot of these trolls i have seen on CNN republicans posing as democrats to keep the fighting going.

All this talk about him being out golfing during her speech what was that based on someones vague inuindo, tabloid journalism posting stories with no facts no details someone saw him with golf clubs so he must have been golfing during the speech some of the people on here are so funny.

Jeff   June 7th, 2008 2:54 pm ET

It just dawned on me why HRC supporters will vote for McCain or stay home:

Have you ever heard The phrase ".....WOMAN SCORNED...."?

Have you ever seen how a "scorned" divorced woman wants to get back at the ex?

That is how these women feel.

Now I see it.

jmm   June 7th, 2008 2:54 pm ET

Obama, if you really believe you are the stronger candidate, than don't use hillary to win, do it by yourself.

Hillary should reject the VP spot. everyone should do everything on their own merit not piggyback on clinton and then take all the credit yourself.
Obama and his supporters have been very hateful towards clintons, even the media has been hateful.
clinton should wait to run against mccain in 2012

Obama = hatred

Brian Knoxville, TN   June 7th, 2008 2:54 pm ET

BTW, I'm pretty sure it was Maureen Dowd at the NYT who first said that Obama seems to want to be a former president more than he wants to be a serious presidential candidate who works hard and answers tough questions. (Gotta give the proper credit!)

Amy, IA   June 7th, 2008 2:53 pm ET

The hostility is disgusting. So where was Hillary during his speech? At least he was watching it so now he can't do anything after she was done. Some people have nerve and the audacity to imply he needs to kneel in some way to her when she has not done the same, after he won this by votes. Oh but the way he won certainly wasn't fair I suppose.

pippi   June 7th, 2008 2:53 pm ET

I did not listen to the speech....I say to Obama supporters stay in your fantasy world. He is not the strongest candidate and I would not trust him with making decisions for our country.
I am a lifelong democrat who values experience, resilence and straight forward honesty (remember nafta?? gee what about Rev. Wright? the list goes on)
Between Obama and McCain there is no question who I Respect and Trust....John McCain

The US abolishes century old clinton dynasty   June 7th, 2008 2:52 pm ET

CNN keeps at it............

get over it, CNN even if you are clinton national news and your queen is defeater..
get over it

it is aobut Obama now

Obama 08

Wise White Guy   June 7th, 2008 2:52 pm ET

Brian from Knox. we know you are a Republican. What you say only means one thing. You are a fool!

Elizabeth   June 7th, 2008 2:52 pm ET

I am a 64 year old woman who is getting more than a little annoyed at the "woe is us" attitude of some of the women quoted. I expect to see a woman president in my lifetime, just not right now.

Brian Knoxville, TN   June 7th, 2008 2:51 pm ET

TJJJ, That too is my greatest worry. But have no fear. Go PUMA PAC! Check out CITIZENS FOR McCAIN! And vote for the most qualified candidate at the top of the ballot in November.

Nita   June 7th, 2008 2:51 pm ET

All you folk yapping about Obama on his way to the golf course while Hillary gave her speech and not showing any respect, need to stop jumping to conclusion. Have you heard of the digital age? DAH DAH - who says he wasn't watching it his SUV on the way to the golf course. He deserves some type of unwinding after all that campaigning. People grow up, vote Democratic and stop all this whining and carrying on.

Mike Kaplan   June 7th, 2008 2:51 pm ET

I'm amazed that some of you who were such fervent Hillary supporters are ready to disregard Hillary's words and beliefs. It makes me think that your support for her positions never amounted to anything to begin with.

If you really cared about any of the same causes that she cares about, you would realize that one candidate (Obama) will work with her to advance those causes, and the other (McCain) will oppose ALL of them. Unless you think she is lying when she says that she wants you to vote for Obama, and that this is critical turning point in our history (her words).

If you really believe in Hillary (and I do), then you should believe that she cares more about the country than she does about her own career or her standing in the party. Do you really think she would tell you to work to elect Obama, if she didn't actually think this is what would be best for the country? If you think she would be this dishonest, than you never were much of a supporter to begin with.

Steve   June 7th, 2008 2:51 pm ET

From personal experience I can tell you it is very difficult to get old especially if you feel you haven't accomplished what you wanted. It's a very empty feelingd. Nobody likes to come up short.

Wise White Guy   June 7th, 2008 2:51 pm ET

Bill Jay, i don't know where you live but i am pretty sure you are single. I personally would get nothing done if my wife didnt manage me, lol. I not only think that women are better at handling the things that come with politics but they are stronger in todays workforce than men are. I see a role reversal in all facets of our lives and personally would welcome a female President. I was not a Hillary supporter becasue she demonstrated too much dishonesty and old style negative politics and old style funding where she was going to be beholding to lobbyists and pacs. She came through the political ranks in a different time and she turned into what she is now because she had to. I am not cutting on her but she basically got hardened and cut throat in order to get where she was. Hopefully it will make it easier on the next female and they won't have quite as difficult of a time making their way. Obama has shown the way of the future on clean fundraising and clean campaigning. He stayed away from the many, many, many skeletons in Hillary's closet and stayed mostly positive. I hope our up and coming female politicians have paid close attention. Maybe in 8 years Hillary will be able to have her chance. Unfortunately if he does not get the support (i mean votes, contributions, and volunteers) of her followers then it will seem to many that it was her fault if he loses. If that happens she will have no chance to win in 4 years.

Obama All The Way   June 7th, 2008 2:51 pm ET

Hillary in '12? Really??? If Obama wins in November, I'd venture to guess he'd be running again in '12. Even if Obama loses in November, guess who will be running again with FOUR MORE YEARS of experience? Yep, BHO. In '12 the result will be no different, except the race WILL NOT be this close. Thank you.

BTW, Hillary's only suspending her campaign so she can continue to raise money to her $20-$30 million in campaign debt. Just thought you'd want to know.

Eric   June 7th, 2008 2:50 pm ET

Many sincere democrats are going to follow Clinton's lead and support Obama. Several of the posts that incite divisiveness are from moles (operation chaos) who want us mad at each other. Don't be baited into this!

cleareyes   June 7th, 2008 2:49 pm ET

Old hero is far better than THIEF OBAMA.
NOVEMEMBER =NOBAMA!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

susan   June 7th, 2008 2:49 pm ET

DO NOT FORGET....

African American MEN were granted the right to vote in 1870 (15th Amendment.)

Women were granted the right to vote in 1920 (19th Amendment) –
A FULL 50 YEARS LATER.

THINK ABOUT THIS.

PUMA_PartyUnityMyA.S.S.   June 7th, 2008 2:49 pm ET

Let’s all unite?
Let’s all come around our rightful nominee??

Here’s a little something for the DNC:

McCainocrat
dems4mccain
HILLARY4MCCAIN

And here’s another little something:

Let’s help put Alaska Gov Sarah Palin as McCain’s VP! She’s brilliant…she’s honest…and she’s a straight talker!

palinforvp.blogspot

This Democratic Party doesn’t speak for me!!!

McCainocrat

Ali   June 7th, 2008 2:49 pm ET

COUNT ME IN!!!

Another Democrate for McCain!!!

McCain 08!!!

jmm   June 7th, 2008 2:48 pm ET

Obama is elitist, he thinks he's better than anyone.

One thing no one can deny is how direspectful the media has been against clinton.
She should reject his offer to be vice president, I mean if he really believes that he is the stronger candidate, than that means that he doesn't need her to win against mccain.
I really hope he lose because he, the media and all obama supporters have been very aggressive and hateful.
most of thos supporters have been black supporters, which is ironic because black people always criticize haters, they even started with that saying: HATERS.... well, obama supporters are the epiphany of haters.

Clinton 2012

Charlotte   June 7th, 2008 2:47 pm ET

I was moved by her speech and believe she will work hard to elect him President. I will still write her name on my ballot in November. I believe she is still the best for the job. Obama goes golfing rather then watch her speech. What a guy. I have been waiting for this speech, evidently he could care less. I feel he will be just as dedicated to this country, as showed us today. Everyone needs to relax once in a while, but to go golfing today of all days, is a slap in the face, to us 18 million voters. Guess golfing is the reason he missed 40% of the votes in the Senate.

Jason in DC   June 7th, 2008 2:46 pm ET

As a long time Obama supporter, volunteer and donor, I have to admit she gave a heck of a speech! It seemed very heart felt and showed how much she values our common Democratic principles and polcies. If the roles were reversed I would hope our candidate and supporters would be as nice as the majority of the Hillary folks in that room.

I think all Hillary supporters should take some time to rest, and then rejoin the common fight against McCain – the standard bearer of the Bush/Rove/Channey Republican forces that want 4 MORE YEARS to screw this country!

pat   June 7th, 2008 2:44 pm ET

If I found out thta Obama went golfing when Senator clinton gave her speech he wont' get my vote. If he didn't even have the respect for her to watch her speech then I can't give the man my vote.

spring   June 7th, 2008 2:44 pm ET

Shame on the media in this primary campaign. I'm writing in Hillary!!!

Carl C.   June 7th, 2008 2:43 pm ET

1) Obama most likely read the speech before Clinton got on stage. If the major news networks had advanced copies of the speech don't you think it is more than likely that the Democratic Nominee had it too? He probably had it before CNN got it.

2) I find it very funny that people try to determine which is worse. Sexism or racism...both candidates faced hate based upon things they can't change. Barack because he's Black and Hillary because she's a woman. But trying to determine who had it worse is pointless. At times misogynistic comments were made about Hillary...at the same time of course people made racist comments about Obama, just take a look at a lot of the people in West Virginia who said deplorable things about him. The point is that both candidates were able to rise above the fray.

3) It is high time we rise above this bickering. Obama did not steal the nomination, he won it. Hillary Clinton was big enough to move past this, I really hope that her supporters can as well.

Mike Kaplan   June 7th, 2008 2:43 pm ET

Bill Jay, speak for yourself. It is most certainly not "in our genes" to insist on men as our leaders...... however entrenched it may be in the minds of some very stupid people. Against a less eloquent opponent, Hillary would have won the nomination- that's a testament to how much times have changed.

And to Hillary supporters, I hope you'll put your disappointment aside, the way Hillary just did, and choose the candidate who shares almost all of the same positions as Hillary, and who will work with her for the causes she (and presumably you) care about. We need your help to avert the disaster of even one more day of Republican mismanagement of our country. For all of our sakes.

Bob   June 7th, 2008 2:43 pm ET

And the media continue their journey of dividing us. They have been doing so the whole week after all and they really do it well with their story line.

Soldiergal   June 7th, 2008 2:42 pm ET

Go right ahead and support McCain... if you really think that a man who is against a woman's right to choose, who has no clue about the economy, who thinks a Supreme Court that looks more and more like Roberts, Alito, and Thomas, and who wants to keep us in Iraq indefinitely, is the best way to honor what Hillary Rodham Clinton has fought for her entire life.

Remember: Bill Clinton was only governor of a backwater state when he became president. Abraham Lincoln had very little experience when he was elected. Why should you look at Obama any differently?

Wise White Guy   June 7th, 2008 2:41 pm ET

annie, Please. Her speech was about her path and not about him. Obama was not there becasue he and Hillary decided it was best. It was not the time for them to be together on stage. It was her and her supporters day and it was a great sign of respect that he stayed far away from the event and the spotlight. Think before you spout garbage from now on please.

ChicoSez, you sound like one of the pretenders that is an ignorant republican anyway. Perhaps you have a racist issue. Either way, you were not voting Dem no matter what so just take your dribble and go away. You are not so smart and are going to fool anyone. McBush is going to get blown out and you can take that to the bank. The word for this election is LANDSLIDE!

hillaryin2008   June 7th, 2008 2:41 pm ET

Timothyt and anyone else on here accusing us Hillary supporters of being Republicans: You people seriously need to get a clue. I am sure that some Repugs will try to pose, but in reality they don't have to because there are plenty of us Hillary supporters who won't give up the fight against the Obamabots. We plan to do the work of screwing with your heads. We will not have Obama and we will do whatever we must to make sure that he never gets elected. If the Repugs want to join in, I guess the more the merrier. But you know what? You are in serious denial if you think we will all fall in line behind that Fraud.

cleareyes   June 7th, 2008 2:41 pm ET

STILL MODERATIING.
Your comment is awaiting moderation.
SHE WAS FORCED TO HAVE THIS SPEECH!
SHE IS SUSPENDING NOT CONCEDING!
WE ARE STAYING WITH HER ALL THE WAY TO THE WHITE HOUSE!!!

TJJJ   June 7th, 2008 2:40 pm ET

I'M A DIRE SUPPORTER OF HILLARY CLINTON. I WILL BE MOST GRATEFUL IF HILLARY DOES NOT ACCEPT VP WITH OBAMA .
IT WILL LOOK LIKE A GOOD IDEA BUT CONSIDERING WHAT SHE HAD TO LIVE WITH AT THE HANDS OF THE MEDIA, THE SPERDELEGATES, DNC WHO TIMED THEIR ENDORSEMENTS TO KILL HER BIG VICTORIES. I THINK THIS VP THING WILL PUT HILLARY AND BILL CLINTON IN A POSITION TO BE BLAMED FOR ANY MISTAKES BY OBAMA OR HIS GOIVERNMENT. SHE SHOULD REST AND WATCH THINGS DEVELOP. SHE CAN RUN AGAIN, EVEN AGAINST OBAMA IN 2012,. IF HE WERE ELECTED AND IS DOING BADLY.
IT IS A BAD IDEA.
HILLARY SUPPORTER ALWAYS,,,

Shelley in NC   June 7th, 2008 2:40 pm ET

Ladies, Give me a break. If anything Hillary Clinton has made it easier for women to run for president. The only reason you'll be waiting is because Obama will be in the White House for 8 years. I guarantee you when the time comes either Hillary or another woman or several women will be throwing thier hats into the ring. The only difference may be that the woman will be campaigning on her own experience and not just that of her husband.

Dr Ward Ciac II   June 7th, 2008 2:40 pm ET

Why is this such a big deal? Gerry Ferraro was the first woman candidate, though a veep, and she actually got to the finals!

Obama goes golfing . . .   June 7th, 2008 2:40 pm ET

That pretty much says it all!

Gringo   June 7th, 2008 2:39 pm ET

If I had wanted Obama, I would have voted for him in the first place. Obama is a left wing radical of the first order. No thank you. I will sit this one out.

Jane   June 7th, 2008 2:39 pm ET

We have witnessed a travesty at it's worst in this country: an election stolen, this time, by the media, an untrustworthy opponent and even leaders in the DNC itself. I have no doubt that Sen. Clinton will do what she can to support Obama's candidacy. She has to. But that doesn't mean the 18 million who voted for her have to.

Sen. McCain had better pull out all the stops if he doesn't want to be crushed; news shows and obnoxious chattering pundits are formindable opponents, and that's who he'll be up against.

The unfair, detestable nature of this tainted win overshadows what we could otherwise have celebrated optimistically as an historic event in this country, that is the first African-American pres. candidate.

Brian Knoxville, TN   June 7th, 2008 2:39 pm ET

Annie hit the nail on the head: Obama sleazing off to the golf course during her speech shows no respect for her or any of us. Maybe we should just give him the title of "former president" so he can receive all the adulation he needs from his fans and have all the vacation time we wants, too. Go PUMA PAC!

commentspage   June 7th, 2008 2:38 pm ET

WRITE-IN CLINTON!!!

cleareyes   June 7th, 2008 2:38 pm ET

SHE WAS FORCED TO HAVE THIS SPEECH!
SHE IS SUSPENDING NOT CONCEDING!
WE ARE STAYING WITH HER ALL THE WAY TO THE WHITE HOUSE!!!

hillaryin2008   June 7th, 2008 2:37 pm ET

That's why many of us will never ever cast our ballots for Obama. We will never ever FORGET what happened over the course of the primaries, and the way the DEM party shoved it to the millions of loyal democrats and Hillary supporters when they awarded that Fraud with 4 of her delegates and 55 delegates for which he was not even on the ballot to win. Democracy died on May 31st, the same day the Democratic party did.
Viva Hillary!
No Obama!

darren   June 7th, 2008 2:35 pm ET

Annie could you cut the crap! He has been more than respectful to her throughout this entire campaign and after, this whole men vs women stuff is getting old!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Sandee from Portland, Or   June 7th, 2008 2:33 pm ET

I am pleased to see some of her supporters going over to Obama. Hopefully, this will mean there will be a democratic win in the WH. However, I would have been more impressed with Hillary if she had conceded the race and not just suspended her campaign and released those delegates as well.

Timothyt   June 7th, 2008 2:32 pm ET

I have learned that there are many Republicans posing as angry Clinton supporters trying to keep us divided. Do not believe it. There are some Repubs who are desparate and will try anything because they know they are toast this year. They think we are dumb enough to vote McCain in because of their bogus posts. Democrats will be united in November! Get ready for defeat McCain, Bush, Cheney and the politics of the past! It is going to happen. Accept it now or later, it really doesn't matter.

annie   June 7th, 2008 2:31 pm ET

Sen. Clinton giving an excellent speech and confirms she will support obama and obama is at the golf course. Before you switch to the obama campaign think about the significance of that! Shows you what he thinks of women and what respect he has for 18 mil voters.

ChicoSez   June 7th, 2008 2:30 pm ET

HRC has a future in the dem party and a legacy to protect. I don't have to worry about either one. I am voting for McCain. Right now, there are two men running for the White House, I don't see any change there. Thats how its been since the founding of the Republic.

Tell the truth   June 7th, 2008 2:30 pm ET

I want a Hilliary support to answer this question. I wanted some facts. Why would you vote for McCain. I wanted to talk about some issues like health care, war in Irag, housing market, social securtiy, bush taxes cuts, pro lofe or pro choice. Please can someone tell me how you supported Hilliary but now support McCain. I will post this messeage everyday until I get a real answer. Please just tell the truth.

ariel   June 7th, 2008 2:28 pm ET

All Hillary supporters are wanted in the Obama campaign.We respect you,we value you and we need you.

Foreign Observer   June 7th, 2008 2:27 pm ET

Yes. My first impulse after listening to the speech was to call my mother in Europe.

Connie   June 7th, 2008 2:25 pm ET

All Obama supporter stand with out stretched hands to welcome you!

Chuck   June 7th, 2008 2:22 pm ET

John McCain/Elizabeth Dole '08

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