Wow, with all the moron HRC supporters here… no wonder the US is the way it is. "lets elect somebody completely wrong to hopefully get the moron we wanted back in there in 4 years." Yeah thats brilliant! But then again… you will reap what you make… oh did I say MORONS!

BARACK KEEP YOUR HEAD UP!! THE REPUBLICANS, RACIST WHITE AMERICANS AND THE MEDIA WILL DO THEIR BEST TO TRY AND BRING YOU DOWN. KEEP ON PUSHING AND REMEMBER WHY YOU'RE IN THIS RACE – TO UNIT THIS COUNTRY AND GET US OUT OF THIS TERRIBLE MESS THAT BUSH (A REPUBLICAN, WOW AREN'T YOU REPS PROUD?) HAS PUT US IN. A LOT OF PEOPLE DON'T HAVE FAITH IN YOU AND SIMPLY BELIEVE THAT YOU CANT HANDLE THE JOB. WELL, I AND THE REST OF YOUR SUPPORTERS DO. WE HAVE YOUR BACK AND WE'LL BE THERE IN NOVEMBER TO CAST OUR VOTE FOR YOU!

ALL OF THE "HILLARY SUPPORTERS" NEED TO DO THEIR RESEARCH ON MCCAIN. IF THEY FAIL TO DO SO AND JUST VOTE OUT OF ANGER, WE'LL BE BACK AT SQUARE ONE AGAIN. WE WILL NEVER MOVE FOWARD AS A COUNTRY BECAUSE WE'RE SO STUCK IN OUR WAYS AND CAN'T GET PAST THE FACT THAT THEIR CANDIDATE DIDN'T MAKE THE CUT.

I FEEL LIKE SAYING WHAT MR WRIGHT SAY….GOD…WELL YOU KNOW THE REST….

Some of you people crack me up.

If it isn't that you're acting like children who don't get their way, so they throw themselves down on the ground kicking and screaming;

If it isn't that many of you are behaving as little more than sore losers;

If it isn't the fact that many of you basically (unsucessfully) attempted to blackmail the Democratic party;

It's your hypocrisy in whining and crying about rampant sexism in the Obama campaign, and then claiming to prefer to vote for a man who openly called his wife a C**T.

Vote for who you want to vote for. Base that vote on all the spin and rhetoric you want, and not on actual issues. That's your choice.

Isn't being an American grand? You can vote based completely on lopsided, unfounded logic and not on any single issue, and your vote will still count as much as the next person's.

Regardless, Barack Obama will be the next President of the United States, and he'll be your President just as much as those who will vote for him.

Thank for Bush/Cheney more American died in Iraq than 9/11(rip) deaths they were defending.

Laura Bush, you have been in the White House too long! The democrats are taking over!! Obama/Clinton 08′ No more Bush! No more McCain!

Real HIllary Supporters for Democratic Unity!

Sarah:

I am a white woman and have much empathy for what you have just said "being a child of slaves." That is one of the reasons why I am so proud of our country to nominate Obama who will be our next president!!!

Unfortunately, there still remains much ignorance in our country too. Considering Obama and Clinton have very little, if any, policy differences, why are these ignorant Hillary voters refusing to vote for Obama – IGNORANCE FROM HILLARY VOTERS!

TO JEN:

NO HE JOINED THE ARMY 25 YEARS AGO TO SUPPORT HIS FAMILY….BUT WHAT DIFFERENCE DOES IT MAKE…WE ARE STILL IN A WAR THAT SHOULD HAVE NOT BEEN..

WHEN YOU CAN WALK IN MY SHOES…THEN YOU CAN TALK!!!!

WOW. Hillary Supporters on here have pretty much formed their own country. She has really souped them up, making them think the World cannot revolve without them. Please stop that today. Everyone that really wants change has moved on.

The reality is we do need you to defeat McCain in the fall, but not all the whiny, crybabyism that goes with it.. The line will keep moving WITH OR WITHOUT you. Out of 18 million Hillary votes, a large proportion of those will support Obama, because they understand the importance of electing a Democrat to the presidency. If you can't get over the fact that there will not be a Clinton in office, and decide to pull a Lieberman and sleep with the enemy, that's your own business. But if you are leaving, just leave. People who claim they will vote for McCain are either Republicans or democrats who don't vote anyway. Obama supporters havejust as much right to be angry, but the time has also come for Obama supporters to be adults and move forward. Something very unique happened in the Democratic party; a black man and a white woman were finalists to become President. of these United States. There was a time in our short history that having a woman or a black man on the ticket was the same as seeing a Martian land on the White House lawn. The way I see it, either way it's win-win for Democrats. We are making change. If you think Mccain is an agent of change, vote for him. But don't come crying back when you realise the album cover lied to you.

I wish one person could tell me what this CHANGE is? Is it just a change in name, or party? Obama has not given one solid answer on this CHANGE, yet everyone is on the CHANGE wagon. I understand that our economy needs a change, gas prices need to change, the war status needs to change, yet there is only the slogans YES WE CAN, and — CHANGE.

When all this hoopla dies down, and the issues need to be addressed, the biggest CHANGE i know we will is a new person in the whitehouse making the same decisions, only with a different name!

It is interesting that CNN puts Mrs Obama's statement in quote marks but it then misquotes her. You left out a word that I think changes her statement. She said, "REALLY Proud". When you add REALLY, it is a quote that I can agree with 100%.
Poor journalism CNN.

Wow, I can't believe how much bitterness there is in these posts. And this is for one gaffe Michelle Obama made months ago.

"This is the first time in my adult life that I am really proud of my country."

We have our flags, we have independence day, memorial day, but how many are really proud of what this nation has done during our lifetimes. We see defects all the time, corruption in the white house and the legislature. This is by no means a perfect nation.

The fact that so many people were participating in this primary is something to be really proud about. It shows that the people of this nation has a voice, which made it possible for the first woman or african-american to be elected president. It show us once again that America is a land of opportunities.

Rather than dwelling in hate and disgust, let's move forward.

America '08

I have always admired The First Lady, Mrs. Bush. A truly honorable and caring human being.

To Hillary Supporter:

Talk about supporting an "inexperienced" candidate. What has experience got us? The more mature supporters don't have to accept the fact that it is time for the young supporters and candidates to move ahead, it's just so. Remember, it's a part of the cycle of life? I am older and welcome the less experienced. At one time, the more experienced were less experienced. We need new ideas and new ways of doing things. The same old has gotten our butts kicked. But most mature supporters haven't been affected by the economy. They simply sit on their butts saying, "he's inexperienced" while their grandchildren have no future. Selfishness is not a good quality. Support those that come after you. You will not live forever!

The ideas of the "so called, less experienced" is fresh and believe it or not, they often work. Microsoft, Yahoo! and Facebook were not born from a "more mature and experienced" leaders. Oh, I'm sorry…the more mature and experienced probably aren't familiar with these companies.

She should have run instead of dubya.

Jen, draft will happen if Hillary Supporters vote for McSame as Bush!

Army Wife, I feel you, disregard Jen she has probably not service this country.

Army Vet Girl for OBama

FINALLY!

The ladies on this site worry me. As a lady myself I can't see how you can vote for McCain. This is not what Hillary stood for and this shows the men around the nation that we make decisions based on gender and emotions and not facts or policy. I'll support Obama! We have to show strength and unity beyond our wants.

Laura Bush doesn't know what she is talking about. People is making Hillary bigger than life…when Hillary has done nothing…just insulting the American people with her lies and destroying other people characters when they were on her way.
Before Hillary there were other women that were Presidential Candidates ( in the Democrat and Republican Primaries) and lost like her…So Hillary is not doing any ground breaking. Maybe once again Hillary ( and her supporters) wants to re-write history for her own benefit….That Hillary is a piece of work!

Rabid Shrillary Fan, you are very ignorant and I had to laugh at the fact that a STRONG & INTELLIGENT BLACK MAN puts fear in your heart. Then again I'm not even surprised. The way you feel is probably how most WHITE AMERICANS feel.

GET OVER IT!

Some of you just can't get past race and it's truly sad AFTER ALL THESE YEARS!

thank you ..she is nice..

may be she should run for president, that will give her how many years of experience..

I am getting a kick out of all these former Hillary supporters that say they will vote for McCain now…..GO AHEAD…I'M GOING TO WATCH HIM APPOINT CONSERVATIVE JUDGES AND FLUSH WOMEN'S RIGHTS DOWN THE DRAIN…..MCCAIN IS GOING TO EXPLOIT THE IDIOCY AND IGNORANCE OF THE PEOPLE THAT SUPPORT HILLARY CLINTON AND UNDO EVERYTHING HILLARY AND ALL THE WOMEN BEFORE HER STOOD FOR…MORONS!

I know CNN doesn't have the guts to post this one!

Obama being the nominee has made me unproud now.

I'M VOTING FOR MCCAIN BCUZ DUH MEDIAZ SAY BAD TINGZZZ ABOOT HILLARY AND I WANTZ A HUNDRD YEARZ OF WARZ THERELL BE LESS MEN IN THE WORLD I DON'T CARE THAT MCCAIN OPPOSES MY RIGHT TO PRIVACY GET OVER IT OBAMA VOTERZ

DOWN WITH MEN UP WITH HILLARY
DOWN WITH MEN UP WITH HILLARY
DOWN WITH MEN UP WITH HILLARY
DOWN WITH MEN UP WITH HILLARY
DOWN WITH MEN UP WITH HILLARY
DOWN WITH MEN UP WITH HILLARY
DOWN WITH MEN UP WITH HILLARY
DOWN WITH MEN UP WITH HILLARY
DOWN WITH MEN UP WITH HILLARY
DOWN WITH MEN UP WITH HILLARY

She is certainly talking more than she used to. Maybe they changed her meds.

Oh, I know you won't post this CNN- as you never post what I write. But Rush's plan is still going strong. Check a few of his supporters and the emails they are getting.

Right now he's calling for people to pose as disgruntled Hillary supporters continuously attacking Baracks "experience".

If you want a copy, I'll send it to you!

Bitter HRC supporters? How about blind BHO supporters? They respond to ridiculously vague concepts like, "CHANGE" and vote based on skin color not the issues. I am white but would happily support a good AA candidate or good woman candidate, Hispanic, Asian, etc. I don't care what race, sex, so, etc they happen to be. I am only concerned with choosing the best person for the job. Not the person who looks the most like me or makes me feel better about myself. In this case BHO and JM are both terrible so I just have to decide which one will do less damage over the next four years. Either way, neither one of them will make it to a 2nd term.

anti-Obama bloggers = republicans posing as democrats

DEMOCRATS UNITED IN 2008!!!!

OBAMA 2008/2012

LOVE ALWAYS

Mrs. Bush, thank you for your kind words toward Mrs. Clinton. This Florida Voter has become an Independent and will vote fof McCain in November. For the first time in my adult life I'm ashamed of the Democratic Party.

OMG – an actual non-partisan, generous comment!!!!

Thank you Mrs. Bush. I'm truly impressed with you now.

The only thing Laura Bush should be telling Michelle Obama is how comfortable the furniture is in the oval offcie.

To all you Hillary supporters.

A vote for McCain is like a slap in the face to Hillary. Think about it.

Its funny all these so called Hilary supporters, which in reality are republicans from the get go! and to ALL AA and latinos, if you think things suck now, you dont even want to know what it will be like if Mccain gets in office. that also goes for the rural,white america.

Thank God for positive people in the Country…The United States have always had strong and vibrant First Ladies. Many of the social changes have come about by conciencious wifes of the President. We as a nation must continue to learn from our past misstakes in order to move forward into a better America, or we can continue to harbor on racism and hatred towards other Americans who have served and protected the great nation. Bravo for Mrs. Bush and many God continue to bless you and your family.

Sincerely,

Another True American

i reall dont understand why this question is asked that if you are a supporter of HC you won t vote for BO ??
if you are true democrats you have to do so if you are not go to MCain!!

Sharon Snider: "Laura Bush: You have not been where Hillary has been. Michelle Obama you can advise, but Hillary is out of your league. You are the wife of the president, remember?"

Umm, so was Hillary as I recall. It was her husband Bill who was the President, remember?

Obama will need SOME of Clinton's supporters in general election, but, not ALL!

The Clinton DEMAGOGUE haver done a great job to stir up a group of Ferraro-like angry and bitter supporters, if they keep their minds closed, there is no need to waste time on them!

There will always be groups like Ferraro and fanatical evangelicals, they will never be happy unless it is their own way and only if they can figure out what they are really angry and bitter about their own lives!

The Clintons have been the MOST POLORIZING figures in recent history. They cannot be trusted.

No VP to the Clintons! We do not need to have 3-Cheney-like Clintons in Obama administrations.

No more Clintons' drama and divisiveness!

I am not a Republican, but I have to say I have a lot of respect for Laura Bush. She is a great lady.

Laura Bush, I have one advice for you impeach your husband for killing 4000+ American soldiers and 100,000 Iraq people and putting this country into over 1 trillion dollars worth of dept.

Where have you been Laura for the last 8 years you people get me sick when you only come out during an election year to speak your minds?

I can’t wait the Bush’s and Cheney’s are gone.

CNN post this….

I really am saddened that some of the democrats that supported Hillary will vote for McCain. Its sad that they would rather watch the economy get worse, gas go through the roof and my comrades die in Iraq. And its just because lets just tell the truth. Obama is a black man. That can only be the reason because Hillary Cllinton and Obama were rather close on how they wanted to lead the country. I wish we would just be honest. The world is not ready for an African American president.

One step forward and two steps back.

This one is going out to the women who are buying the republican strategy of divide and conquer.

Hillary running for president was a huge step for equal rights, the overturn of Roe VS. Wade will be two steps back.

Really think about what you're willing to do because you have issues with a Black man being president.

Educate yourself people. If you voted for Hillary then you should vote for Obama. Their voting records are nearly identical.Otherwise you're not voting based on issues but you're voting based on personality. Bush was elected based on personality. A vote for McCain is a vote for more war. THINK and stop using your emotions.

Laura Bush would have been a great president, unlike her husband. How she can stand George is beyond comprehension.

Wow…she should maybe run for president. That was a very good bi-partisan analysis. Very well put Mrs. Bush. I don't think anyone can criticize her for that and if you do then maybe you need to take a step back and take a look at yourself.

You goooo…girl!

why do the obama zealots feel everyone else is obligated to start worshipping their messiah, now that he is the appointed nominee? im an independent who plans to vote for mccain but im curious about this strange phenomenon. I have watched the obama people belittle the clinton voters as ignorant, racist, uneducated, and just plain stupid and i cannot for the world figure out why the arrogant, hateful, and obnoxious obama fans believe the clinton people would ever want to vote for a man who encourages this kind of slander and vicious insults.

I love Hillary but can't vote for Obama. I don't think he has experience to run this country and furthermore Michelle Obama has me really turned off. I don't think Obama can beat McCain. The only way I would vote for Obama is if Hillary is the VP. That's It for me.

Let's face it. Obama won fair and square. It's a shame to see people who can't accept defeat. You all are a bunch of cry baby sore losers! I can't believe adults act this way. Obama has treated Hillary with nothing but respect. You all seem to totally forget all the comments Hillary and her husband made towards Obama. And for you all to say he's inexperience and blah, blah, blah, well, NONE of these presidents had experience before they ran for President, didn't they? NO ONE knew who they were before they ran either.

If Hillary wasn't married to Bill, NONE of you would have known who she was. Everybody slamming Obama because you say he's not QUALIFIED, well if you look at it, NONE of these presidents were qualified to run either. Hillary is not qualified either because she's running on her husband's legacy. She DOES NOT have that much more experience than Obama. Sure she worked to shape healthcare and all that, but that does not amount to EXPERIENCE.

If you people would look at her record closely (first lady years do not count) against Obama's, she DOES NOT have that much more experience than he has. You people "selectively" ignore the facts and say she's qualified because she's Bill's wife….pathetic.

Why do some people think they always have to tell other people what to do. The media will always misconstrue what everyone says. Laura has avoided this by not saying anything…which is good, that way she can't be misconstrued.

That's just not Michelle's personality. She has something to say and will deal with the media.

Wow! I already commented, but now reading all of these comments, its obvious a lot of people feel the same way. We really missed out on what could have been a really great First Lady during this administration.

The other comments are from a few right-wing interlopers posing as Hillary Clinton supporters who are going to vote McCain. We all know they're not *real* Clinton Supporters, because no Democrat in their right mind would vote for John McCain.

Laura Bush is a very gracious lady on her own merit. Don.t judge her by anyone else. Hillary Clinton is a fine person as well and will continue to work tirelessly for all Americans. God bless them both.

What a Woman. The Best of George Bush, Laura………..

How different is Laura Bush is compared with power hungry animal Hillary Clinton, so gracious.

lets give just mccain his 4 year run just so we can get rid of obama. a failed candidate.

Gee! That's was "mighty white" of her!

Obama voters: It is none of your business if Hilary supporters decide to vote for McCain. You obviously have a reason for voting for Obama and these people do not share your reasons and have every right to vote for whom ever they choose. I for one will not vote for Obama either, and guess what? That's my choice and what makes america the land of the free. DOWN with OBAMA, up with McCain.

At first I was a HRC fan. I mean come on, she's a Clinton and she rocks hardcore….She had me at HELLO! Then I learned more about Obama and am now an ardent supporter. However, even if HRC won, I would still support her 100%. I am a Democrat. I would never vote for McCain.. To all of those HRC Dems who are going to vote for McCain…Stop being blinded by your "if we cant win, no one will" attitude. For the good of the country, VOTE OBAMA!

I have it on good authority that

Laura Bush is also a closet Obama.

Like her daughter.

Her language skills are no better than her husband's. Good bye.

i gained respect for Hillary after her concession speech but can't seem to do the same for her supporters. i still don't get it…if you lose, you lose. I don't get what you're trying to tell these young girls–that if you lose, you have to whine and cry and be spiteful??? i think that's entirely the wrong message. and it doesn't have anything to do with FL or MI since she still would not have won even if they did go against what she agreed to before the primaries began.

To: Mike D

No, when Obama loses the election it will be because of people like you who supported an inexperienced candidate. Some of has have never supported him from the beginning. If he's such a great candidate and uniter let him do it now that Hillary is out of the way. Let all the Blacks and young hip people save him. Why does he need Hillary's supporters now? He didn't before. My vote is too important to be taken for granted. I don't like for anyone to "expect" me do something simply because everyone tells me to do it. As someone said…"they want us to sit down and shut up but be sure to vote Democratic in November." You will have no one to blame but yourselves for getting caught up in a movement. I hope you and all the others will remember your nastiness you, politicians, pundits, media expressed over and over again because I will. No one stood up and voiced their disgust, but Hillary's campaign. NO ONE took a stand against the derogatory comments made so many times. It's like it was us against the world. And all of you gave every indication that it was okay to treat another human being like she, Chelsea and even Bill were treated. I will not vote for JM but I will also will not support my party this time. Because by doing so is supporting Obama and his entire campaign and nasty supporters. I have more respect for myself than that and I do not support anyone who has been a part of mistreating another human being.

CNN don't ignore me by not printing my comment!!

I guess she doesn't expect Mrs. McCain to be living in the White House…..

Hey guys – ease up – none of you are perfect, just look at all the hateful comments on this! Irratic emptions will not run the country – I applaud Mrs Bush for being so well mannered and allowing people to be people. Thanks Laura Bush! Now lets unite and have the country turn into the great country it is supposed to be.

Laura Bush???? Get a grip…You or your kind have never experienced what Mrs Obama was experiencing at the moment she made her statement. If was a profound statement at that…I feel the same way and guess what – I am a veteran of the US Army, served proudly, knowing that some of my immediate supervisors were either racist or sexist or both. Leave Michelle alone! She doesnt need your advise.

Bill McCall -Do you recall how many speaking mistakes McShame has been informed of ?One of his mistakes 5 minutes after quoting it he never remembered he said that .
Everyone of them have made errors in their speeches so why blame Michelle just because you don't like her and want to stick it to her.
We would be making errors if we were speaking .
Its move on and find ways to help this country instead of elementery nit picking .

The old saying "birds of a feather flock together" to me fits Obama and his friends of the last 20 yrs. How much has rubbed off on him and he still believes. We have no way of knowing at this time what is in his mind. Maybe not till it is tolate. He scares me way to badly to vote for him, and so does McCain. I am praying for an Independent with some stature to hurry up and get into the running.

She was proud now???? Yes becasue her husband was running for President. Obama's are NOT true American's.

Hillary Supporter for McCain- A true American!

I'm really kind of confused by all of the poeple who will vote for McCain over Obama because he's "qualified" or because of "experience".

History has shown this hasn't been much of a measure of how a president will do. Infact, it's almost the opposite. Some of the best presidents we've ever had have been some of the least experienced as far as their time in government work to take that position. Abraham Lincoln comes to mind, as he was in his first time in the legislature. The presidents with the most experience, like Van Buren, Nixon, etc… have ended up being some of the worst presidents in the eyes of history.

People that use experience as their measure may want to look at the history of the presidents in the past and their skill coming into the position if they're going to use that as their measure for who to vote for. History has shown the opposite is true.

Not all Obama supporters hates or dislikes Hillary, I for one respect everything she was able to do, I respect her husband for his past presidency and I would've have supported Hillary if she would have won the nomination. Why? Because Hillary and Obama have the SAME stance on the issues that effect me the most. I won't beg HRC supporters to vote for Obama, you are entitled to your own opinion and vote. But I will say that you will be doing yourself, Hillary, and America a disservice by voting for McCain. McCain is an honorable man, but so was Brutus. And as for Mrs. Bush, good advice, even if you're married to an ambitious man.

And now here she is looking for Clinton's votes……wow, sorry Laura, we already have a candidate!

To "Army Wife": Was your husbad "drafted" or did he join voluntarily?

CUT THE DRAMA! You are no Army wife!

I am a democrat, a professional (4 year college degree) and a woman. I am a Hillary supporter and should both for OBAMA in November. Unfortunately, OBAMA's supporters said a lot of unpleasant things to Hillary therefore, I WILL VOTE FOR McCain in November. I would rather vote for someone who has a long record whether GOOD OR BAD because at least I already know what to expect.

McSame stood 95% in Senate votes with McBush!

Bitter HRC supporters who vote for McSame will get exactly what they deserve. That childish and spiteful choice just shows me even more that HRC's campaign, from day one, was about Billary and not the USA. If she was the nominee, I would have dragged myself to vote for her because her values are closest to those of my chosen candidate.
Be prepared to send your sons and daughters off for the next 4/8/12 years and to lose rights that we currently enjoy.

Why are the Hillary supporters hard to sway to Sen. Obama? I was disgusted with the back stabbing and whining that was so commonly displayed by the Democratic party. I especially had my fill of Bill Richardson. I am NOT going to vote for the Democractic nominee just to unite the party. Both Sen. McCain and Sen. Obama have a lot of work to do before either receives my vote.

You know, a lot of people say "I am really proud" meaning "I am more proud than I was before" That doesn't mean that she was never proud, just more proud. Get over it folks. We all say things like that all of the time.

I think Hillary Clinton should be commended for her fight for the white house. She put her all into it and that is nothing to be ashamed off. I think for the first time she might be more popular than Bill. The fact is now we need to elect Obama for President. I know there are some Republicans claiming to be Hillary Supporter or Obama supporters on here trying to divide us. But here is the truth in 2000 before Bush went into office gas was $24 a barrell now it's $140+. In 2000 there were no wars, now there are two. In 2000 we had a surplus, now we have a 9 TRILLION DOLLAR DEFECIT. In 2000 we were happy and look at by the world as the example, now we are becoming a joke. What ever you thoughts or feeling are about OBAMA there is one thing that can be ignored. When Democrats run the WHITE HOUSE we are all happier. So get out and vote for OBAMA can we really afford to lose for more years?

*****spell check please*****
I'm for Hillary
I'm for Obama
I'm not so sure on a joint ticket however
Laura could have done a far better job than that poor excuse for a man George
McCain is a manipulating blowhard and just like George has no ones interests but his own at heart (especially ours!)

Was your husband drafted or did he join voluntarily because he wanted to keep his country safe?

How quickly you forget the more than 3,000 innocent souls lost on 9/11. The thousands of heroic Americans who fight (and gave their lives) in Iraq joined voluntarily (there’s no draft, remember?) primarily because THEY didn’t forget!

How very gracious of Laura Bush to say this about Hillary & why shouldn't she? She's a woman who's admiring another woman with what she knows to be a very grueling experience.

I believe Michelle Obama's explanation & why shouldn't I? I don't swallow everything the media throws at us in their greedy zeal to get their scoops & ratings. Am certainly not of the ditto-head cult & I actually pity those who are.

I am a true Hillary supporter but I AM going to vote for Obama as she asked us to. I'm also a true Democrat who has never or ever will vote a Republican into the Presidency!

I am a highly educated female in a male dominated job. I have voted in EVERY election since 18, it is my civic duty. Staying home in November is not an option for me – the women in the past history fought to give me the right to vote.

I play golf (and enjoy it).

I am not afraid to say that I am not at all impressed by HRC and her supporters. I will NEVER vote for anyone because they are black, white, male or female. I will vote for whom I think is the best for the job.

I will NOT unite with the women to get HRC in just because she is a female. To me, this is absurd and sophomoric.

A good republican strategy to influence disappointed Hillary supporters.

Laura Bush's comments are not going to help her husbands 28%
approval rating. nice try anyway.

I'm for Hillary
I'm for Obama
I'm not so sure on a joint ticket however
Laura could have done a far better job than that poor excuse for a man George
McCain is a minipulating blowhard and just like George has noones intrests but his own at heart (especilly ours!)

Talk about subtle campaigning! The message is clear to anyone who pays attention, though. She is asking disaffected Clinton voters to vote Republican. And, while she appears to be defending Michelle Obama, she is, in reality, taking a swipe at her. How disengenous.

Her daughter may have had a word with her.

She is also a closet Obama.

Hillary don't take the cheese!

Another reason I admire Laura Bush.

How refreshing to hear a voice of sensibility and reason; her message to take us above the fray (at least for those who aren't deaf with anger).

Additionally, Mrs. Bush didn't rent out the Lincoln bedroom for generous $upporters.

Democrats, please take a lesson out of the Republican party's book and unite.

Obama '08

Hillary should accept McCain's offer for VP-a ticket that would give us confidence our country is being led by experienced people and the voters for Hillary would vote for the ticket-a WIN WIN situation

WOW

The Hillary supporters were always the most hate filled posts I've ever seen and it's still going strong. I just don't get it.
Obama won fair and square.

Get a life people and Grow UP !

hillary,

i love you…and you are one strong woman but i own my soul

and i will not vote for obama…

thanks to

gloria berger, roland martin, cooper anderson, jack cafferty, chris mathews

for their unobjective, one sided pro obama reporting and hate to clinton..i realized i was getting half the story

i will now support mccain..i can live with him for four years

thanks cnn for dividing our democratic party

Its unfortunate that some Clinton's supporters cannot still cast past behind them and look straight into the future.They keep on dwelling on the past,this election is not about candidates but if you make it to be so,becareful what you wish for in Mcsame.
OBAMA GO ON,GOD BLESS AMERICA

The media and crypto Obama political pundits are praising Hillary's speech, because they are scared that her supporters may get enraged and vote for McCain. It is so funny to see people like Gloria Borger and Brazille now praising Hillary.

RJ, stop with Rushy and Hannazi talk!!

Calimar, Get a life….

The only advice she should be giving is to vote Democrat. Seems Bush has been lying pretty low, and his wife is the talking head anymore.

Darlin, where were you when we needed a few good words (for Hillary) during the primary-season?

As an African American woman, I agree 100% with what Michelle said (before correction!)…

You guys need to understand what it means to be a daughter/ son of slaves and be treated as less than a human. This feeling may not be shared by Laura Bush or others attacking Michelle…

Obama's presidency is a healing not only for me and other black people, but it is the best gift we can offer to our children who will grow up as equal citizens.

Thank you educated and civilized America for making this happen

Thank you, Mrs. Bush. These are great comments. I'm a steadfast Democrat, a strong supporter of Senator Obama, and a thankful American. Republican or Democrat we are all Americans and it is beautiful when our first lady reaches out with advice and kind words. That only makes our country stronger. It is time for the great divides to unite under the principals that make this country the incredible place it is. Again, thank you Mrs. Bush.

CNN, you are so unethical! You have Michelle Obama's statement in quotes, but the quote is not accruate. Shame on you! You might as well be the National Enquirer…

LOL @ these Hillary supporters who feel that they are doing themselves a favor for voting for McCain. These are obviously folks without any sons. And if you have sons and vote for another 100 years, then Child Protective Services should be knocking @ your door for attempted M_ _d_ _ charges.

Michelle Obama is still crying over having to repay her student loans to Princeton. She is finally proud to be an American.

And we are supposed to think that this couple is one of us? Please!

John McCain has served this country and never complaineld like Michelle Obama. I plan on supporting McCain in the fall. The democrats did not want my vote to count in Michigan in the spring, so the will not get my vote in the fall.

What a sad excuse for an American.

Now time for swiftboating……….Michelle Obama will be a great first lady and they have a very nice family that America will be proud of…

Obama 08,12

Michelle 16, 20

sasha 24,28

malia 32,36.

lol, so long as Americans are not lied to and dying in an evil wars!

Thanks, Laura, for your graciousness.
I didn't want to believe that this sounding board could be so aggressively mean-spirited. I was hoping for a more civil dialogue even with those who disagree. But I find that the contributors here have nothing substantive to be upset about. Nothing about how the candidates ideas on health care or education will impact them personally. A reader likes to relate to the characters, perhaps learn something about themselves, or another perspective that can help them make a decision. All I read on this site is anger over mis-speaks and biases toward women and/or blacks. Too bad. We are missing an opportunity to really be a part of how our country runs. To get our concerns and ideas out there for the candidates to see. No wonder the campaigns and the media are so tabloid oriented. We feed them encouragement. If you want a smart leader. It's time you act smart. And start by asking yourself what have you been listening to for the last 20 years? From the tone of your comments, you could not have been listening to anything that broadens your perspective, that opens your mind. Did you ever think that it's because of what Obama may or may not have heard that he's determined to make a change?
And if this dialogue is a stunt by Obama opponents to stir up trouble, how can you call yourself a proud American? That is the most un-American behavior there is. And to all of the Obama readers, don't engage in this negative conversation. Follow your leader. He fought the nasty publicity with a strong will, the truth and a positive outlook.
To all of you I suggest that you read everything you can about both candidates, listen to what they have to say, then make up your minds. All of this name calling is so childish and counter-productive unless, of course, you are indeed, either sexist, racist or both.

I WONDER HOW PROUD LAURA IS OF HER HUSBAND FOR KILLING OVER 4,000 PEOPLE?

SHE OF ALL THE PEOPLE SHOULD NOT GIVE ADVICE TO MRS.OBAMA.

"Be careful what you say," is pretty much what Laura is saying.

I respect Obama and Michele for saying things that nobody else will. Michele was implying that there's a CHANGE coming in politics and that she's happy to be a part of a campaign. Obama didn't waste his time attacking his opponents in petty ways; Clinton did that. Obama stayed true to the issues.

Americans need to stay true to the issues, too. Someone had to the win the nomination.

do you guys really think..HC can come back and win in 2012 if BO looses..wake up peoples..we want forget..you will need us to..i'll love sitting back and wait fours yrs for her to run again..just to show you bitter peoples we can play that game to..you need us and we need you..its your call

I know you won't print this since I AM NOT NOW NOR WILL I EVER BE A OBAMANATION SUPPORTER — HOWEVER, I will never, never, never, never, never support or vote for Hussein Obama. He will destroy the US and all you fools with the wool pulled over your eyes will soon see. And yes, 8 more years of war would be MUCH, MUCH better than even 4 years of Obamanation!!!!!!!!!!! Please understand – TRUE Hillary supporters WILL NOT EVER SUPPORT OBAMANATION. IT WILL NOT HAPPEN. All you crazies who jumped ship for him were never supporters of Hillary or she would not have been treated the way she was.

GO MCCAIN '08. We're right with you. CNN might be pushing Obamanation but TRUE Hillary supporters are now 100% McCain. Even if HRC is the VP nominee they will not get my vote.

Attn, CNN you printed the quote inaccurately:

Earlier this year, Michelle Obama told the crowd at a primary season campaign event that "for the first time in my adult life, I'm proud of my country."

Michelle Obama said "for the first time in my adult life, I'm REALLY proud of my country."

Which kinda makes Laura Bushe's comment a non-story, doesn't it"

"I think she probably meant 'I'm more proud,'" said Laura Bush Monday, adding that "you have to be very careful in what you say" when you’re campaigning.

Ahem, that *IS* what she said

"I'm REALLY proud of my country!!!!!!!!!"… is what she said. How many times does this have to be corrected???? Are people that stupid that they can't follow that?

It's funny to see all these freeper men coming on this site posting as 'Margaret from FL" and Karen from Pennsyvania" (Always swing states) and then professiong that as a woman they are so offended by Barack Obama they would vote for McCain, a two timing, crippled wife abandoning, women's rights denying mysogynist. As if we couldn't see through that. Women aren't stupid.

It is interesting to hear Clinton supporters saying they will now vote for McCain. It kinda makes you wonder why they were supporting Hillary. There must be some diconnnect with these people about why you elect a public official. It is normally because you want them to institute and support policies which are in what you believe to be the country's best interest. If you were going to vote for Clinton but now you're going to vote McCain, you cannot possibly be voting on the issues. If that's the way you do it, by all means vote for teh candidate you think is coolest or who looks the most like you, then suffer through another four years of war and failed economic policy.

Woman unite!

Unite behind Barack Obama!

She really is ok … She is not GEORGE Bush after all.

This is all part of the GOP's plan to "entice" Hillary voters to vote for Mcain.
The right has spent the last couple of days "praising" Hillary…
Are we all THAT stupid….
Apparently, they (the right) believe that Hillary supporters ARE that nieve.. to fall for it.

I am a democrat but I love this woman.She and are girls are so lovely and good looking .Laura is smart, easy going and has no "cowgirl" approach. My question still remains why on this beautiful earth will she marry GEORGE? I know she is smart and obviously could do better than GEORGE. I now believe the saying that the bad boys (eg George) always get the good girls (eg Laura). As for George,with all your BS,you are a lucky man to get a lady like Laura.

Ever notice the same three or four phrases used in every post by the supposed former Hillary supporters now voting for McCain?

Flooding the ticker everyday…something tells me it's the same three or four people.

WOW. Hillary Supporters on here have pretty much formed their own country. She has really souped them up, making them think the World cannot revolve without them. Please stop that today. Everyone that really wants change has moved on.

The reality is we do need you to defeat McCain in the fall, but not all the whiny, crybabyism that goes with it.. The line will keep moving WITH OR WITHOUT you. Outof 18 million Hillary votes, a large proportion of those will support Obama, because they understand the importance of electing a Democrat to the presidency. If you can't get over the fact that there will not be a Clinton in office, and decide to pull a Lieberman and sleep with the enemy, that's your own business. But if you are leaving, just leave. People who claim they will vote for McCain are either Republicans or democrats who don't vote anyway. Obama supporters havejust as much right to be angry, but the time has also come for Obama supporters to be adults and move forward. Something very unique happened in the Democratic party; a black man and a white woman were finalists to become President. of these United States. There was a time in our short history that having a woman or a black man on the ticket was the same as seeing a Martian land on the White House lawn. The way I see it, either way it's win-win for Democrats. We are making change. If you think Mccain is an agent of change, vote for him. But don't come crying back when you realise the album cover lied to you.

As an African American woman, I agree 100% with what Michelle said (before correction!)…
You guys need to understands what it means to be a daughter/ son of slaves and be treated as less than a human. This feeling may only be felt by Laura…
Obama presidency is healing not only for me and other black people but it is the best gift we can offer to our children who will grow up as equal citizens
Thank you educated and civilized America for making this happen

First Lady Laura Bush, always the Perfect Lady, and she is so well spoken on every occasion.. She is an outstanding example for all future First Ladies of The White House. Her presence, demeanor and keen insight are a combined testament to her intelligence and love of the written word. Kudos to First Lady Laura Bush for being such a great leader and example, as well as to President George Bush. Regardless of what hateful and dishonest comments have been spewed by the Democrats for the last 7years, President Bush has served the office well, with honor and humility and has been an outstanding leader and President. President and First Lady Laura Bush have been wonderful representatives of this great and proud Nation who have been outstanding examples for humanity and great stewards of decent moral values. We should be a Grateful Nation to both leaders.

Everyone seems to "misunderstand" the Obama's. First his pastor then his wife….

*******************sly very sly !!!****************************************

Laura Bush has my respect and admiration. So does Michelle Obama. Michell's minor slip up in choise of words will not deminsih her acheivements or her solid character that shines through the media spin like the Texas sun in June.

If you listen to the actual speech, what she said was that for the first time she was REALLY proud that she was American because of all the advancements, etc. that were happening now. Listen to it. To make a sensational story, many media outlets left out the "really" but it does make it a totally different statement if you know what she did say. Obviously she has always been proud to be an American but she is even more proud this year. What is wrong with that? Hasn't George Bush made a few comments that have caused controversy?

Tell Clintons they owe 18million people and apology by misleading them that she is winning, just because most of them are not well educated!

It's nice to know that Mrs Bush is not a spin doctor. It clear that Bush married up. As for Mrs Obama she will learn how to be careful and once again if you listen to the words after this statement it is clear that she was referring to the new energy and engagement the American people have had in this primary season. And please this is not suni sheah type stuff.

"I THOUGHT THIS WAS AMERICA PEOPLE?"

I think that the time has come for everyone to step back, take a deep breath, and start doing some indepth research on both McCain and Obama. For all you women stating that you will be voting for McCain you might want to do some research on why and how he dumped his first wife – then take the time to ponder if he really supports the right of a woman to control her life or if he believes that a woman is just on this earth to serve a man. That she must obey and always walk four steps behind a man.

I am so sadden to see some of the Clinton supporters so angry. If you vote for McCain, you are either a racist, or just a Republican posing as a Democrat. Hillary and Obama's views are closely aligned. Obama stole nothing from Clinton. She has endorsed him. Stop looking at your self-portrait and see the big picture. Repent from your racist and hateful ways. You can not really love God and be racist and hateful. God is love. How can you say you love me and hate your brother?The Bible calls you a liar.

WOW, talk about a bunch of hate filled comments on here.
Those that who do not support Obama and still support Hillary should not be called a racist, i am anything but that. I have not been inspired by Obama, that is just the fact, he seems like a nice guy who speaks well, that is all I have. I don't know if I can vote for him, I dont know if for the first time in my life I will not vote. As for this article, Laura Bush has been fantastic these last 8 years, she has played the role the way it should be and will leave the White House with plenty of respect which she will be able to use to her advantage for years to come.

Code word meaning, "Lie like my husband." No wonder she likes Hillary. Friends of a feather flock together. Sorry no more liars in the white house. We already had Bill and Hillary and George and Laura.

Now its time for some real icons and role models.

With all due respect to Laura, I agree you must be careful and campaigning but one must be more than careful as president when speaking or making decisions for our country. Goerge W. Bush failed the most important, being president and making the right decisions which we are all paying a price in war and the economy.

Like I have said 101 million times. Go ahead Clintonites and vote for McCain out of spite. Enjoy your $7 a gallon gas, more of our sons, mothers, brothers, fathers dying in unjustifiable war and Roe V Wade being overturned. Oh and also enjoy the 2nd great depression as well. Then when all that happens you can sit back an pat yourself on the back cause YOU voted for it all out of spite!!!!!! Good grief ya sound like a bunch of children stomping the ground an pounding your head against a wall because you didn't get your way.

Nobody took the nomination from Hillary but herself! She failed to have a plan for after super Tuesday. She didn't care about MI an FL until she needed them an then when the rules committee appeased her an sat the delegates from those states you all whined an cried. So go ahead an vote McCain out of spite I really hope you will enjoy all the negatives that will come about if he is elected.

It is said that “Obama rallied the support of affluent, well-educated voters, African-Americans and the younger generation.”

Judging by the majority of comments Obama bloggers everywhere, if they’re “affluent,” they must have inherited their money, because they certainly didn’t make it through “ability,” and they definitely are not “well-educated.”

Their comments consist of filthy “gutter” slogans. Their “opinions” are nothing more than re-hashed media headlines. They can’t finish a thought from beginning to end. They can’t write a full sentence. And they sure as heck can’t spell! Their “heroes” are Britney Spears and Paris Hilton. They are, quite frankly, a “joke.”

Well, this is the FIRST time in my adult life I feel PROUD about a presidential candidate. Before I either didn't care, didn't believe it did any good to care, or believed they weren't worth caring about.

Spin it however you want.

The patriotism card is wearing thin. Sigh. . . .

And to the Republicans who are disguised as Democrats, hoping to skew the election results come NOv: You have your work cut out for you. I think there are just enough intelligent, observant, progressive folks out there to tip the scales of reason and soundly disappoint you.

That was very nice what Ms.Bush, said about ms.clinton, and ms, obama as women with must still stick together and encourage one another from time to time. we can't take it personel this is just politics, this is just business. we have to move on to the that big thang!!! (smile) the general election and ms. clinton voters need come on ;get on board before you look around and everything will be over and would not have had a chance to participate we can let this moment go, this is our time this is our moment we have to vote for barack obama in november you can act like don't know if you won't to but just think of this you may be broke! but you have a vote! gas prices, health care, food prices, economy and so on you know you fill it every day that you go to work ;and don't how you are doing to make it from week to week. we can't afford more of the same just think about that for moment. P.S. who are you voting for? and for what reason? it is know reason what so ever for you to vote for "McShame"..

OBAMA FOR THE USA

laura, don't worry we are all going to be voting for a republican candidate this time. no way we will be voting for Obama, after all they stole this win from hillary. it's Gore time all over again

>>UNITE AND VOTE FOR HER CHANCES IN '12.

If obama is cost this election this year because of hillary's supporters defecting to mccain — she will be blamed for inciting vindictive behavior, and will never stand a chance again in any position of power

How did Obama EVER disrespect HRC?

Hmnnn.

I can remember the Annie Oakley mocking.

I can remember the brushing her of his shoulders.

I can recall his saying she is the same old politics as usual- really? We have had a democrat for the last 8 years? And a woman at that?
And THIS GREAT woman?

I remember Michelle saying she would have to THINK about voting for HRC, if Hillary was the nominee. Party loyalty anyone. The issues anyone? The similar plarform? The war, the courts, the economy, Roe vs Wade,

Where were YOU… maybe you should NOT be voting if you are not paying any attention.

Perceptions

It appears that many of you bloggers perceptions about the candidates running are blocking your wise eye regarding the issues facing America.

many of you taking the time to blog would rather vote for a candidate strictly on your perceptions rather than using "facts".

I've even seen some responders state that would not vote for a candidate based on what they PERCEIVED a person said rather than what they actually said. Despite the fact that that candidate supports everything that would make their life better and improve their social and economic condition.

I've even seen many state they would vote against a candidate not based on his/her voting record, not on the platform of change or positions on the war, social security, heatlth care or taxation, but because of what bloggers are saying against Sen. Hillary Clinton.

Now, I'm in no position to past judgement on any man or woman. That's God's role, but at least do your homework and vote based on facts, not emotion or perceptions. Make your vote count for something concrete.

HSNP, my advice do sell your house if you vote McSame as Bush because the economy will be worst!!!

OBAMA 08

Oh no this isn't another first lady wanting to be a politician is it??????
We sorta got rid one of and we don't need another. Maybe the New Yorkers (NYCity people) that elected Hillbilly will throw her out completely at her next senate election?

Time to move on and stop Making Hillary news everyday!

Doc Sinn is right. The people trying to stir up emotions and controversy by posing as Clinton and Obama supporters are pathetic. The Dems are not as divided as you would like to think and the majority of us can see right through this hapless attempt at dividing the party. Perhaps your time would be better spent trying to repair the relationship between your conservative base and McCain. You certainly have a lot of work to do.

This is very commendable. It was kind and considerate of the First Lady to empathise as she has had her own fair share of experiences like that.

laura, i think you were one of the best first ladies of all time. you never caused the administration any concern. hillary was one of the worst. she thought the people voted for hillbilly……………..not……………………her sense of entitlement and her lying killed her shot at glory. now there is a real oppurtunity for her to do some good…….ain't gonna happen…. the clintons are about the clintons not about america. crying is the enemy of feminism. it appears hillbilly is ramping up for 2012. it will back fire on them again.

A.M. Saqib June 9th, 2008 12:02 pm ET

Well said Mrs. Bush, well said. Once again 'Michelle Obama's remark were intentionally miscontrued by republicans, and even more so now, mentioning and reminding people again what they almost forgot is not needed; when this should be the histroy reminding every one again of those remarks really serves no purpose.

As far as Mrs. Hillary Clinton is concerned, indeed she did an excellent performance all the way around, and it shows that she was not just a "First Lady' she is herself a well polished politician and a true leader. Her endoresement of 'Obama' speaks by itself as to how much she cares and how dedicated a democrat is she.

Thank you for valubale advise anyways!

A.M. Saqib
Houston, Texas
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I am with you. Some of the people here think this lady means what she says here. First,
They want to show Hillary is a good person with all what she did to Obama and show that she still has her honor after she lost.

Swiftboat Obama's by bringing the bad side and reminding people what michelle said but cover it up somewhat. This is because they can not take on Obama now that he defeated the Clinton brand.

she is talking after the family killed millions in the world.

I don't think because Laura bush is usually quiet she is any better.

Let's remove these cronies in the white house and put in someone who connects with us ordinary people and that is Obama's!~

To Doc Sinn June 9th, 2008 12:15 pm ET

If you ever a regular on Hillary blog, you will know many true hillary supporters (most online hillary supporters) will never support Obama. We know who is Obama. Belonging to any party doesn't change who he is.

As a single mom that raised 3 sons I admire women period. If women can run households, run a household on a secretaries' salary, or keep a family afloat by waitressing, surly they can do as well running our country as well as any man. There have been reports done on what a woman would actually earn if she were paid for all her work she does for the love of her family, One I think reported around
!30,000 dollars a year. As a retired teacher, I can tell you, I had on the job training for 30 years, every year was a new learning situation.
My support is to all women. Would I vote for President just because she is a woman. No! Would I vote for a President just because they are black, no! I will vote for the person I feel can best direct this country into the best possible scenario under these crucial times.
God bless all Americans and people of the world as they watch our political machine in action. Thanks Mrs. Bush for always just being honest!

Capt. Smash, Salt Lake City, Utah…
You will NEVER get it!
It is not "your body" that is at issue.
It is murder of an unborn human being!
The Government has always had laws against murder.
The politically correct choose to think life does not begin at conception and they are WRONG!!

Of course all the people saying Obama doesn't have the experience to be President were horrified when Bill Clinton was elected, I am sure. Here comes Bill, governor of a small state with a poor economy and ranked 49th in the union for education. I lived there at the time and coming from NY it was like going through a time portal, blacks on this side of the street, whites on that side. Yet even as a Republican I can admit he motivated and energized the people to make changes and that is what Obama offers, good communication skills and motivation to make ourselves better.

Lastly Obama never says he will fix everything, he says WE will fix things and it will not be easy. The quote from Obama that really got me over to his side was "I'm not running to tell you what you want to hear, I'm running to tell you what you need to hear". As Americans we live out of our means and expect things instead of earning them (not everyone but on the whole). It is time someone came out and said, it will be tough, we've been lazy, let's get to work.

Headlines stirring up more strife than a "little bit." Of WHAT value is her praise to Clinton? Her Admonishment of Michelle? That's what I thought…CNN you REALLY need to watch the tenor of your reporting. You have, oft times, gotten under my goat with some of your foolishness. Please, son't make me turn to MSN for my daily…

Evidently, all of the educated people have stopped posting to the CNN Political Ticker Blogs.

It's obvious from the spelling and grammar mistakes in the blog that the majority of posters are either uneducated, or republicans.

I for one have stopped reading these comments as they are nothing but childish vitriol and fear mongering.

CNN Please do a better job of moderating. Stop the violence!

Behind every good man, there is a greater woman.

Thank you first lady!

:O)

I am really tired of having this statement mischaracterized by CNN.
If CNN is going to put the comment in quotes, they should quote it accurately. Michelle Obama said (watch the tape). "For the first time in my adult life, I'm REALLY proud of my country." The insinuation that this is the first time in her life that Michelle is proud of her country is pure spin and either intended to discredit her or keep the argument that the Obamas are not patriotic going.

I would expect something like this from FOX but not from CNN

Gee now that Obama is the Dem nominee, my question to all the staunch Republican bigots is, "Do you really want someone who gave the enemy (VietCong) military information while under interrogation to be president?"

The 'Clinton Women' opting to vote for McCain are the prime example of why a woman should not be president … the 'if I don't get my way, I'll take my ball and place with the enemy' mentality shows that some women operate with their emotions, rather than with the brains!! I wonder if they would be reacting the same way if Sen. Obama was a white male – NOT!! Get a clue, ladies, there's more at stake than your hurt feelings – four more years of Bush!!

AMEN to Hillary……but the rules are the rules…..I have seen a lot team that are better…..but in the end there could only be one winner…..please do not elect McCain……I am an ex-soldier who do not want to go to war with IRAN……..

Every body have a feeling even Laura Bush our next president is going to be Obama. Thank you Mrs. Bush Michelle would use all the advice you can give her. I can not wait to hear what Sean Hannity , Karl Rove, and Bill O'Relley have to say now.

Many of us have seen through the Obamas.

We are already tired of their hypocrisy and two-facedness.

Laura is a good person. unfortunately married to the wrong guy. I attended a dinner with her before and she is a great down to earth person. i truly believe she meant what she said, so nasty comments are not needed. you can vote for McCain or Obama, it really does not matter since this what democracy is all about. what democracy is not about is to be so bitter that you are willing to vote against your believes just because your candidate did not make it. I am not defending Obama but my question is: what makes anyone of us so qualified to judge Obama's experience?? are we experienced enough ourselves to be qualified enough to say that some is experienced and someone is not??? since it is almost impossible to find a candidate with last job is President listed on his resume then we need to stop making this an excuse. Bill Clinton was around the same age of Obama when he first became a president and he did not have a president listed in his past experience. we all lived the good times of Bill Clinton and we all lived the hardship of GWB in which both of them were governors before becoming presidents. so to say that being a governor qualifies you to become a prsident is no longer an argument if you take a deep look at both Bill and George

To Paul-Go ahead and vote then watch our Sons and Daughters sent to Iraq to return with life long problems, injured/ in a body bag then count all the money spent in Iraq .(A war Bush and Chen ey started for no reason just lies ) Then watch the mistreatment of these Veterans when they return remember McCain voted against education for them many of these young men and woman are high school graduates that deserve College education when they return.
Republicans keep harping the Democrats will raise taxes well what do you think you are paying for now for this uncalled for ungodly war ?Is paying for this war worth shouting from a mountain top ?

Hey CNN, way to perpetuate the misinterpretation….

What Michelle actually said was "For the first time in my adult life, I'm REALLY proud of my country."

Please get the facts right before you publish a story.

Mrs. Bush is being much too generous and kind to Michelle Obama, but her advice is sound.

Mrs. Obama meant exactly what she said, “"for the first time in my adult life, I'm proud of my country." There is no way to misinterpret a crystal clear statement such as this. Sadly Mrs. Obama has shown that she has little love for America and is full of hate and anger.

Republican = Self dinal and fake happines

Democrats = we weep for everybody

Answer = ?

For all McCain supporters, you have to really be crazy and miscontrued if you want 4 more years of the same politics, war and poor economy. Either you are rich and for the richer getting richer or you are just easily to be manipulated. OBAMA for PRESIDENT and that is who he will be come Nov. 08.

Now all the Republicans are sucking up to the Clinton base to get them to vote for McCain in Nov. If these Democrats want another 4 years of Bush term then so be it. This country is going down the tubes anyway.

I think Laura Bush is a really nice lady, even though I am a Dem strongly opposed to the Bush policies. She just seems very kind and sweet. I also really like Michelle Obama, who seems like a genuinely kind person. And, I like Hillary a lot too. She would have made a great president and she could go on to be the greatest senator and most powerful politician in Washington. But, we gotta get Obama elected because McCain's policies are not good for America. (And, yes, Cindy McCain also seems like a lovely woman.)

Being ridiculously nationalist is not a good thing when you are looking for change. How are we ever going to overcome our many and varied problems when we have leaders who insist that everything is alright?

I think its laughable to call Obama a liar. You got a current President who has done nothing but mislead the country into a war that should of never been authorized or waged. All these so-called, Repugs who are pretending to be HRC supporters are the true liars.

For the first time in my adult life, I'm proud not to vote for the Democrat.

Citizens for McCain '08

If anything, Hillary is the toughest woman in American politics. She's been thrown so much vitriol yet remains strong and poised, a great example for anyone.

For the first time in my life I am proud of my country and when Barack is elected President I will be really proud. And I mean every word of it!

Rabid Shrillary Fan – You forgot to include with word 'stupid' when describing yourself.

Nahhh… Michele said what she meant to say. I can't believe otherwise.

Hillary supporter for McCain!

NOBAMA FOREVER! And if CNN is asking… MANY Hillary supporters will either stay home, or vote for McCain… BUT NEVER for Obama nor the DNC who hi-jacked this nomination!

Fact: John McCain has voted 90.625% of the time since 2001 with Geroge W. Bush. We cannot continue his failed policies.

Vote Obama.

WOW! I am very impressed with Firt Lady Laura Bush. So it is true President Bush did marry up by marring Laura. LOL

Laura's advice is sound. However, do not sit back as Laura did for the most part and be silent. What should come first: spouse or your country, or country and then your spouse?

You people are pathetic! Me being a 36-year-old African American and voting for the FIRST TIME, I agree with Michelle Obama. I can NOW say I'm proud of this country and that we're able to see for the first time in history, that a black man can become president. Based on the way this country has treated black people, I COMPLETELY understand where she's coming from. If you haven't walked a mile in our shoes, then you have no right to say what Michelle really meant. I knew exactly what she meant and I agree!

I think Laura Bush always carry herself with respect & grace, very first lady like, unlike, her husband, is a disgrace to have a president like him. I always thought I could relate with Democrats beliefs, so I supported Hillary Clinton, but the way she has been treated by her own party & the media, specially CNN & MSNBC, If Obama does not pick her as his running mate. I will not vote on this year's Presidential election. Maybe I would consider voting for McCain.

Wow !!! I'm glad she knows courage when she sees it. She is really in a position to critique mistakes made over mis quotes on the campaign trail. Her husband is only the worst Presidential speaker of all time. As such, she has decided to critique others on this basis. Even though her husband has lived and spoke the contrary.

Newark, California

To Army Wife….

Tired of Obama supporters constanly playing the RACE card! Obam does not use the race card…why do you? No if Obama were white I would never vote for him!!! He has no experience and the DNC pulled another 2000 with their little meeting a couple weeks ago when they hi-jacked delegates from Hillary to select not elect their nominee Obama!!!

Women everywhere unite and show the DNC we will not be walked on!!!!!

Hillary 2012 – McCain 08!!!

Pres. G. W. Bush might be one of the worst President in the history, however, Laura might be one of the best First Lady , at least for last 40 years and next 4 years in my mind.

No matter who elected this fall, either Michelle or Cindy could not outplay her.

YES, OFCOURSE………..

We could sure use a woman in office.

The quote from Mrs. Obama was " For the first time in my adult life, I'm really proud of my country". Really makes a whole lot of difference in the quote.

Obama and his campaign misconstrued Hillary and Bill's word and made them out to be racist.

your husband is a failure, why didnt you give him your sweety advice after all bad he done?

You bloggers are very strange….Mrs. Bush is cool so don't try
your child like actions to degrade her. Just stay focused on the view point.

It is very obvious that Dubya never took any advice from this intelligent lady. Maybe he thought he was a man, and men are not supposed to take any advice from women.

The interesting things though is that she had no advice form Cindy McCain! Does she think Cindy is hopeless?

Isnt family suppost to alwaysbe there to give you support.

I think people are just a little too sinsitive now a days. I think all she was giving Hilary and Michelle a compliment. I think people maybe should lay off the blogging for awhile, because, you people are seeing problems where there aren't any.

I spend Saturday afternoon crying my eyes out for Hillary and the Democratic Party that I have been loyal to from 1972.

This year I will be voting for McCain!

As a conservative and a patriot I will cast my vote with pride!

McCain 08

Ever notice why people from other countries dislike the United States because thet are always looking for war. Reading the blogs just goes to prove their point.

Hillary and Michelle are in separate leagues…

I have more sympathy for HRC because she was cast aside by one hundred or so superdelegates. That's not democratic in the least.

Michelle on the other hand is married to none other than Barak H, and her comments are inexcusable because they reflect the whole Obama package. That is to say, two outspoken personalities, surrounded by some bad friends and their loathesome beliefs about America.

"hillary supporter" "clinton supporter" commented before are not Hillary clinton suporters. The way they defended Michelle Obama is exactly the way obama supporters defend him and his wife by acusing hillary supporters as racists.

Michelle NEVER said she would not vote for HRC. Also you all need to wake up and realize not everybody is always proud of America. John Edwards was right about two different worlds. Just because I am not always proud of my country does not mean I am un american or un patrotic. I am not proud of this country from slavery, stealing land from the Indians(native americans) jim crow laws, how hurricane katrina was handled, the jena 6, sean bell, war in Iraq and the list goes on and on. So no everybody is NOT always proud of this country and every policy and law that was ever on the books. Michelle Obama rocks and will make a GREAT, Strong, educated 1st lady with a fierce sense of style..:-)

Tell Hillary to obey the rules next time and not to think she is above them. This is America and the to be a president you have to be able to show that you can obey the rule and not try change them at the middle of the game when you fall short.

Hillary mislead 18 million people even when it was clear she was gonna loose.
Thank God she is out and will not mislead 309 Million Americans by not dealing with reality!

Mr's Obama's remarks about her pride were clear and can't be dimissed by damage control. Mrs. Bush's certainly understands being careful during a campaign. But listen to the words, :FOR THE FIRST TIME IN MY ADULT LIDE….. Very specific and crystal clear. Shame on her, but Sen Obama is forunate we vote for President, not first spouse.

Um, Laura Bush praising Clinton and offering good advice to Michelle Obama?? Did the planets align in some bizarre way I was unaware of??????

I mean, good for her, probably the first thing Laura Bush has done or said that I feel good about but still….

Laura Bush for President!

Dear Fake HRC Supporters,

Please go away. Your act is old. True HRC supporters, while somewhat upset, would never betray HRC by switching parties and voting for a man that has NOTHING in common with her. We know you are really either Republicans or Limbaugh Lemmings.

Dear Fake Obama Supporters,

Please go away. Your act is old. True Obama supporters want unity within the party and a change in America. HRC is a needed part of that change even if she isnt going to be president. We want her as an ally. We know you are really either Republicans or Limbaugh Lemmings

PS Rush Limbaugh was an idiot before he got old. Now he's an old idiot and quite irrelevant. Stop listening to him. Informed Americans arent going to vote for McCain. Period.

Bush has made more mistakes than obama´s wife has done or said. So please keep your advice 4 your kids.

This is not respectful at all! Laura is implying that she has accomplished what Hillary Clinton has. She has not! She just happens to be married to George W. Bush!

"I know what it's like to be the candidate…"

No, you don't, Mrs. Bush!

By the way, I'm an Obama supporter. But I admire and respect Senator Clinton, and I don't agree with Laura Bush's "backhanded compliment".

According to Hillary's math, Laura Bush has 8 years of experience and she can give advice.

Thank you, first lady!

Hillary did not lose, she did great!!!

For CNN:

It's not Hillary's job to get voters for Obama, it's Obama's job!!!

Clinton supporters… don't make a mistake. I would love to write in Hillary but I know it's a wasted vote. My vote for McCain will be a vote against Obama and his thugs.

I know the thugs and their agenda – I saw the caucuses and witnessed the disgusting antics and bullying.

Hillary was robbed – HER SUPPORTERS WERE ROBBED! Our Grandmothers and Mothers were robbed.

Vote McCain '08 for Clinton '12

Helen in NY–if you think CNN is trying to push Obama down your throat, quit watching and blogging about it; in the same way most of us don't care to watch or blog on FoxNews as they inch closer everday to saying Obama's the anti-Christ. Get the FACTS where you can and tune out the rest. It's not as hard as you think.

Huh?
She should have advised Michelle Obama getting away from the holy White House. She is anti-American and she is a racist. She is anything but first lady materials. She said she would have not supported Hillary if she was the nominee. — Obama of course would share her views.
We need Hillary back!
We won't vote for Obama!
We will vote for McCain with 100%.
– I know CNN won't post it.

CNN, plz post this

Thank you, Laura.
I always liked you though you are republican.
Hillary really is the only candidate who showed great strength, experiece – she is the best for the position.
As for Obama supporters & DNC – no way for me and my friends vote for him.
You can now be very nice to Hillary supporters – say nice things about her – but all this hypocracy – only to get votes.
DNC betrayed it's base and it will have sober wake up in November

The woman behind…her eyes say so much about her husband.

It sure would have been nice if a few more prominent women (Democrats or Republicans) said a few nice things about Hillary a bit early than now…too little…to late…shame on American women…

Thank you for your gracious words, Mrs. Bush. I agree that Michelle's words were misconstrued. Michelle Obama loves this country as much as the next one.

HILLARY will forever remain a powerful political figure in our government! She is a force to reckon with! This is the reason I will abstain for this election. I want her to win in 2012!

To all Obamacans: You have to work hard to earn the 18Million of us!!!!! Read my lips: I do not believe Obama will be a good leader, he is inexperienced, arrogant & clueless…. I am signing off….

You Michelle Obama haters are a little harsh. So what if she meant haven't always been proud to be an American. Lots of us have felt that way one time or another but that doesn't mean we're not patriotic and wouldn't stand up for our country if our country really needed us to.

Get over yourselves and stop blaming someone for saying the same thing you, yourself have not had the courage to say, at least once in your life, depending on your age. All of us gets fed up with the process from time to time and we're entitled to do just that.

Now, in Michelle's defense, I do believe she meant exactly what Mrs. Bush said.

This was a very great story on here!! It made me smile to read something so positive and supportive!!

thanks!!

Rabid Shrillary Fan:

Your problems extend far beyond this blog. Sad. However, you do resemble alot if not ALL the other bitter Hillary voters. MOVE ON losers!

Laura Bush and Barbara Bush,are two of the most admired ladies in the United States. Their favorability ratings have never taken a dive!!!Anyone would be wise to listen to anything these two ladies have to say. If Laura would run on an Indepenedent ticket,we have four more years of Bush for real. Laura loves America,and America loves Laura!

TO THE CLINTON SUPPORTERS:

WOULD YOU VOTE FOR OBAMA IF HE WAS WHITE? CAUSE YOU PEOPLE SOUND BITTER AND LIKE THE ELECTION WAS TAKEN AWAY FOR HILLARY BY THE SUPER DELEGATES….

ARE YOU FORGETTING THAT HILLARY NEED THE SUPER DELEGATES TO WIN ALSO…AS SHE NEED FL & MI…WHICH HAVE YOU FORGOTTEN THAT SHE AGREED, THEY WOULD NOT COUNT…AND NOW YOU ARE UP IN ARMS ABOUT OBAMA….

PLEASE…I FOR ANY ONE WHO WILL BRING MY HUSBAND HOME TO HIS FAMILY….DO ANY OF YOU OBAMA HATERS HAVE SONS, DAUGHTERS, HUSBANDS OR ANY FAMILY IN COMBAT IN IRAQ..

WELL LET ME TELL YOU HOW IT IS WAITING EVERY MINUTE TO HEAR FROM YOUR LOVED ONES, PRAYING EVERY MINUTE THAT THEY ARE OKAY….EVERYTIME YOU HEAR OF ANY DEATHS YOU QUICKLY PAY ATTENTION TO MAKE SURE IT'S NOT ONE OF OUR FAMILY MEMBERS…EVERY TIME I HEAR FROM MY HUSBAND IS PRECIOUS….DO YOU UNDERSTAND? NO IT DOESN'T SEEMS LIKE YOU PEOPLE DO…..DO YOU HAVE TO EXPLAIN TO YOUR CHILDREN, WHEN IS DADDY COMING HOME….

OBAMA PLEASE BECOME PRESIDENT SO YOU CAN BRING MY HUSBAND AND THE REST OF THE SOLDIERS HOME….

Hillary has the strength and grit of 100 Laura Bush's…
Laura Bush could never have done the schedule Hillary did over tha past year.

I applaud Hillary and as a staunch supporter and as an independent I will continue to support her efforts to become president.

McCain '08 for Clinton '12.
Obama, NEVER! Not after what I experienced and witnessed at the caucuses – WHAT A FARCE AND A JOKE TO VOTERS.

Hillary was the best choice and was tossed aside for the chosen hopeful golden boy. HILLARY SUPPORTERS WON'T FORGET WHAT REALLY HAPPENED – UNITE AND VOTE FOR HER CHANCES IN '12.

To the person who thinks Mrs. Bush should be faulted because she never lived as African American:

You're going to have ditch the "I am an AA, therefore I deserve your patience and support" line. If MO becomes the First Lady, she will have to represent the United State of America, not just AAs. How very unsophisticated to pack up all your personal baggage and bring it to White House. Keep saying things like that, and you will guarantee Obama's defeat. This is exactly what makes so many people hesitate to put him in that office.

Stop blaming the Bush family. What about the Congress and Senate? Laura understands what Hillary has gone through. By the way, I now support McCain, my conscience and heart cannot support a candidate that had an affiliation with a church that was anti-American and anti-white. I am sorry Hillary! I supported you but I cannot support Obama. Patriotism is very important to me.

Print this, CNN…

Less–you can knock it off, too. Painting the picture that everything is Laura's fault is ridiculous. Are you old enough to drive yet?

As for the pro choice crowd–that "they'll repeal Roe v. Wade" crap has been coming up since 1980, AND IT HASN'T HAPPENED YET! Frankly that a law enacted by activists judges (not their job) has remained intact all these years should comfort you. What would be so wrong if the 50 states could vote on it? What are you afraid of? That maybe just maybe more Americans think "choice" is synonymous with murder?

I'm voting for Santa Claus.
He can fix our economy.

Thanks, Laura, for your kind words.

Now, back them up by writing in Hillary for president in November!

"Clinton-McCain" supporters: Name me one major policy issue that McCain and Clinton agree on that Obama does not?

THANK YOU LAURA, OF COURSE SHE WOULD SUPPORT HILLARY
HILLARY/BUSH 08

Its called Bush fatigue,please stop it,even she makes me want to puke.

Laura Bush is a lady, something Michelle Obama will have a hard time emulating. Hillary Clinton is a lady and a fighter. Sadly she has lost her chance because she would have made a great President. Too bad she had the media against her. Can't believe that the American people are really letting the media (and Oprah) pick their next President. This isn't a book club advisory!!!!

I was Hillary's supporter but I am a democrat first. Now it is time to unite and heal the party. Mrs. Bush should wait to address Cindy mccain when she will loose to michelle Obama!

Laura, you have been a first rate first lady and i have so much respect for you for the amount of charity work you have done for this country.

Too bad some people are so blindsighted by their own ideas that i'm sure you will have every negative comment people can think of said about you here.

Keep up the good work.

There were worse presidents than Bush…

Ever hear of Jimmy Carter?

Thanks Mrs. Bush!

For everyone who is going to vote for McCain, you need to read the article regarding how he dumped his first wife after a major car accident that left her seriously debilitated. He married Cindy a month after he divorced Carol. Is that how you show respect for women? This speaks to his character which really hasn't changed much. Look at how he courted Hagee and Parsley and then dumped them and has changed his political stances to fit with whatever he thinks the American public wants to hear, particularly the right. What we do is the true test of our character so we need to focus more on what these candidates are actually doing and less on what they are saying.

To Michele Obama. The question was, "Would you support Hillary Clinton, if she is the nominee?" and your response was, "I dont know, I will have to think about it." Well, guess what??? I have to think about it too and should I support your husband…Well **LL NO!! You are an idiot and I hope all of the Hillary supporters write her name on the ballot and DO NOT vote for you idiot husband.

HILLARY 2012!!!!

well laura you are the worst first lady ever. You did absolutely nothing with your time as the first lady. You should be ashamed of yourself. You had the power to be a strong voice and did nothing. Even Tipper Gore was more involved when she was the wife of the VP.

After reading a number of comments to this post, I now feel like I've lost a ton of brain cells as result. It amazes me that such people think themselves to be rational people.

Hello Mrs. Bush,

Get a moving truck, and start packing out of the Whitehouse.
You and your husband are leaving behind a HUGE debt for our children.

It's my prayer that Obama will STOP giving tax breaks to the wealthy and businesses exporting our jobs overseas and hopeful balance the federal budget like Clinton did.

If McCain wins, and continue Bush's economic policies as he has said, then we are all dead !!!

Most polls show that a majority of Republicans say this country is on the right track and our economy is just OK….is that really true?
………………any republican around to tell me why?

Anyway, I'm an independent planning to vote AGAINST every Republican incumbent, from president, — senator — congressman–mayor, and even city council representatives.

As much as I despise her husband, she seems pretty leverl headed for the most part and actually gave some good advice. At least there is a Bush in the white house with some brains, to bad it's the wrong Bush.

She should have advised her husband not to cheat the world and to stick with the American ideals… no torture, respect towards different oppinions and so on..

What is that comment about living as an African-American woman. You people make the differences in you and other people.

I agree with Brian, NJ,
"This is abolutely part of the GOP strategy to get Hillary voters to support McCain."

To all who are considering voting for McCain, not voting, or writing in Hillary's name in November, please know that this will hurt Hillary Clinton. If she is perceived (rightly or wrongly) as dividing the party and losing the November election to McCain, then her power and influence as a Senator and future candidate will diminish.

At this point, the best thing we can do for Hillary is to do what she says and vote for Obama in November.

On the other hand, if you think another 8 years of war in Iraq would be a good thing, then go ahead and vote for McCain.

Good advice from one first lady to the next first lady!

Michele Obama probably became very proud to be an American when Barack was elected to the Illinois legislature. She saw her salary jump from just over $100,000 to over $300,000.

That's change she can believe in.

Jean–knock off playing the race card. POTUS is the biggest game in town, and if Michelle Obama doesn't learn how to handle herself better in prime time and it costs her husband, it will have absolutely nothing to do with race. Obama himself said those kinds of arguments have no place in the campaign, yet you want to affirm Michelle's poorly worded speech just because of her race. You can't have it both ways…not everyone who doesn't vote for Obama is a racist. Perhaps a lot of McCain supporters simply think Obama isn't qualified. Have you considered that?

To CNN…I sure hope that you will not become the new station that that's known for spewing distorted Republican talking points. I could have sworn that I saw and heard her say "I'm REALLY proud of my country." Operative word, "REALLY." If you're gonna quote someone you should do it responsibly and accurately. Get your stuff together please!

"Lay off my wife!!!", Obama '08

She needs to give her clown-of-a-husband some advice!

CNN, you better watch the way your overzealous journalists word their headlines. 'Laura Bush applauds Clinton, has advise for Michelle Obama', isnt the best caption judging from the full text. Divisive.

Secondly, your proffessional journalists seem to omit the most obvious-not the best form of Journalism and could potentially land your Network in Libel Suit.

WHERE IS THE word 'REALLY' in Michelle's remark? She said 'for the first time in my adult life, I'm REALLY Proud of my country'.

That word 'REALLY' makes a lot of difference in interpreting that statement. And your journalist knows that and thats why its more convenient for them to omit it.

I applaud Hillary for her long arduous campaign. She really rose to the occasion hanging in there. It requires great strength of character and commitment to do what Hillary did.

This is abolutely part of the GOP strategy to get Hillary voters to support McCain.

Please Hillary supporters, remember a vote for McCain, staying home (same as a vote for McCain) or writing in Hillary's name (same as a vote for McCain) will only lead to more conservative judges not only on the Supreme Court but lower Federal Courts (arguably a bigger deal), possible repeal of Roe v. Wade, and more troops to Iraq.

Elect a Dem as president, embrace the history of the first African-American President (how cool is that), and then she can run in 2012 (I bet there will be other women in the field as well since she blazed the trail).

I would have been just as upset if Obama lost as you all are, and would probably be saying I'd vote for McCain right now, but I would come around in the end. I hope you all will.

vic nashville,Tn June 9th, 2008 11:53 am ET

Easy to say get over it I think people say get over it they never try in their life

I know how hard for Hillary

DNC worked on this math
Equation 1 They want to come out from Clinton brand
Equation 2 They don’t want lose the black votes
Solve these 2 equations with super delegates
This race was decided by Super delegates

That is fine with us but we decided to whom we have to vote
Who care the party now
***************************************88

How many delegates was obama short of before he worn the remaining 21 and how many Hillary was short of.

Hillary had no majority of elected delegates (1627) needed to win the nomination while Obama did when he went to celebrate in Iowa.

This race had been over for 3 months but Hillary decided to be in denial and she got what she wished for.

I wish her luck!

I'm REALLY getting sick of the idiots playing off and misinterpetting Michelle's comments(notice how i said "really" there? ) thats what Michelle did and it does not imply that she was never before proud but that she was really proud..duh..also..you dont have to be black(and nappyheaded as one nice gentleman pointed out the other day) to feel disgust and not-so-proudness and speak up about it.. America is and has been gulty of turning a whole nation away from pride(and in yours hearts you know its true) so even if she did say it the way it is being contexted..(and she wasnt)so what..truth is truth. I HAVE NEVER BEEN PROUD OF MY COUNTRY UNTIL THIS ELECTION SEASON. PERIOD.label me what you will.. but you'll need a lot of batteries in that label maker because i am sure there are lots of people who feel that way

"Not this time-not this year!)-Barak.H.Obama

The Republicans have been more respectful of Hillary than the Democrats. Thank-you Mrs. Bush!

Clinton = Bush

Leave Michelle Obama alone. Her words were misconstrued and all "mature" Americans know it. If your not an african american woman, I guess it would be hard for you to understand, however, your maturity level, african american or not, would help you understand. Let her alone, we totally understood what she meant (I'm mature). Except for "Molly" who needs a reality check on maturity

OBAMA / SEBELIUS -08!

Thanks Mrs. Bush, for defending Michelle Obama on her remarks. I'm sure she meant what you said. Thanks again.

I will not vote for Hussein Obama. He is an arrogant black man who has no business being president. I don't care what Hillary says about supporting him – she has to say that.

I am a bitter, middle-aged crone who is racist, fearful, and spiteful. I have placed all the blame for my failures on men and minorities. I am also a spiteful b**ch to other women, including my so-called friends, but I tout my support of feminism and sister-hood whenever possible.

I don't base any of my political choices on any actual issues or positions, just on my immediate emotional response to my subconcious fears – that is why I so strongly hate and oppose Obama. He is young, black, and male – everything that I am not, and everything that I fear.

It's obvious from these remarks that Laura Bush HATES FREEDOM!

I have always respected Laura Bush even though I DO NOT agree with the Presidents policies and loathe the thought of 4 more years of the same. And that is what we can expect if McCain is elected. I also agree that MIchelle Obama did not choose her words carefully….but I also challenge the ones who are bashing her to say that they have never in their lives misspoke. I can only imagine what it must be like to have every word you say scrutinized. I would likely be toast within a week if I had to answer for every word uttered. I definitely put my foot in my mouth from time to time…..as do the rest of you I daresay.

Well said Mrs. Bush, well said. Once again 'Michelle Obama's remark were intentionally miscontrued by republicans, and even more so now, mentioning and reminding people again what they almost forgot is not needed; when this should be the histroy reminding every one again of those remarks really serves no purpose.

As far as Mrs. Hillary Clinton is concerned, indeed she did an excellent performance all the way around, and it shows that she was not just a "First Lady' she is herself a well polished politician and a true leader. Her endoresement of 'Obama' speaks by itself as to how much she cares and how dedicated a democrat is she.

Thank you for valubale advise anyways!

A.M. Saqib
Houston, Texas

The 1st Lady is just that a "Lady". The wrong Bush was elected President.

hmmmmmmm…

Well…

how nice of her???

A good one. so something good can come from a replubican.

Thank you, for your gracious words for Hillary, I 'm in awe of her strength and endurance and always with a smile on her face. Michelle has to learn to keep her mouth shut. It is not about her, it is her husband running. McClinton voter.

Behind every good man – stands a good woman? Well, there ya go. This woman has no place to talk or comment about anything.

From the beginning, this woman should have advised her destructive husband Bush, "you have to be very careful about what you do when you run this country". This woman should be explaining why she let her husband commit such ruinous acts.

I don't believe that's a correct quote of Ms. Obama's comment. I recall the phrase being "really proud," with "really" being an important and meaningful modifier. That is, her choice of words suggested to me that, although she may have been proud of her country throughout her life, she is now "really proud" because of the marked increase in the legel of participation in the political process.

According to Hillary, Laura Bush has 8 years of presidential experience.

Now it is time to swiftboat the Obama's by showing the bad side in a soft way.
Hillary lost, Period!

Maybe Bush/Cheney should have let Laura run the intel gathering on Pre-war Iraq…

Thank you Mrs. Bush for the advise. And thank you for not stirring up old news about Mrs. Obama. You set the perfect example for all women….

Why don't you advise President Bush to support Barack Obama. That would really show how much you care….

OBAMA 08….

Thank you Mrs Bush. Too bad your husband isn't as smart as you are!

Mrs Bush is an elegant and a lovely lady. Too bad she's married to Bush. I guess she was attracted to Bush because he's a nice guy. Just not a good president.

Someone tell Michelle to look at her own self before she scrunches up her hateful nose at Hillary Clinton.

Hillary has actually worked and championed for ALL Americans.

You trashed her.
My conscience is clear, went against the hype and voted for HRC.

Yes… I vote on the issues.

All you Haters out there calling HRC supporters morons who would cut their nose off to spite their face and declaring that loyalty to the party trumps ALL else… Please e-mail Michelle Obama and remind her of party loyalty and the need to elect a Democrat, and about Roe vs Wade and the Supreme Court, and the blood spilling in the deserts of Iraq.

BUT DARE NOT TO BULLY OR THREATEN US HRC SUPPORTERS WITH YOUR BIASED, HYPOCRITICAL INSULTS. You are just losing ( I’m sorry, the smart and educated say it ‘LOOSING’ votes from all us ignorant uneducated ‘LOOSERS’.

He he he – she was a democrat until she married dubya !!!!

Looks like she wants to change parties – in January?

wow, why is she talking? Time to demonize and show the negative side of Obama's while praising Hillary who lost.
It is Obama's platform not Hillary's. Give me a break!
Stop making Hillary news everyday even when not necessary and overshadow Obama's victory.

Mrs. Bush is a most gracious First Ladybot.

thanks mrs. bush, but maybe you should keep quiet and concentrate on keeping your husband from destroying the country or his party further than he already has.

in fact, maybe he shouldn't do ANYTHING between now and january!

i will be voting democrat this year.

MO also stated that she wouldn't vote for Hillary and would have to think about it.

It seems that MO was unwilling to support Hillary as the Democratic candidate but expects everyone else to blindly support Barack.

It won't happen.

By the way, Wolf, you need to hire a new copy editor. I have been reading several CNN entries, and I was stunned at the errors.

It's not so much that Hillary didn't win; it's that I will never vote for Obama. He is too far to that left even for this life-long dem. When I saw how the "Rules" committee stole delegates from her, and how they all scammered to Obama despite that fact that she won more votes, it reminded me of 2000. I was soooo angry then that I said "we deserve what we get". Now we've done the same! Why am I voting for McCain over another Dem? Because the Dem party has a festering ulcer that they won't even attempt to heal.

Barack also originally claimed that Reverend Wright had been "taken out of context….."

Interesting that Ms. Bush is offering suggestions to others when she's married to probably the worst president the country has ever seen. One wonders why she never offered suggestions to her husband about being honest. There might be a 100,000 less dead around the world.
It must be difficult for a spouse to know that she's married to such a scroundrel…..and this didn't start when he was elected…he's been a ner' do well and reprobate his entire adult life.

Mrs. Bush should have given that same advice to her husband, Pres. Bush.

McCain supporters (HRC supporters also)- I suggest watching Frontline on PBS which featured, "Bush's War" or you can watch it online. Next here is a quote from McCain back in 2004,"He is in effect deputy commander in chief," McCain said of Cheney, whom some Democratic critics contend is really calling the shots in the White House. "We are very fortunate the president relies on the counsel of this man," McCain added, praising Cheney's "resolve, experience, patriotism," and calling him "indispensable and very debonair." McBush for third term!

WOW Laura, you proved more generous in person than your husband.

DEAR CNN:

HOW ABOUT CORRECTING YOUR QUOTE BY ADDING IN THAT ADVERB, "REALLY", THAT YOU'VE LEFT OUT OF THIS ARTICLE. THE LEAST YOU CAN DO IS CHECK YOUR FACTS AND BE ACCURATE AS TO WHAT WAS SAID.

THANK YOU.

It makes sense that people who are campaigning non stop would have a slip of words or two. I think it is disgusting that watchdogs lean on every word, looking for such mistakes so they can pounce. When did it stop becoming about the issues? It is sick to think that Obama and his wife "aren't patriotic enough." Get over it people! Most people I know of aren't feeling patriotic right now. We are sick of the direction our country has chosen to go and since we can't seem to do anything about it yet, are we expected to sit and be proud about it? I love my country because of where we stood once, but no one can decide whether I feel patriotic or not. Maybe once we get a sensible person in the White House will I feel proud to be an American again. I can't wait to see how many of you will spin this comment.

'd give Obama a chance… but so MUCH rancor and vitriol from his camp. And so much arrogance and boastfulness from the great Obama himself.

MY moment of defection:
Early On the polls showed that the majority of supporters for HRC would gladly vote for Obama.

Then Obama used that as a weapon to divide the party. We went National and very arrogantly and presumptuously declared that HE could WIN back the HRC supporters… but not the other way around.

SEE? words DO matter. And How was that so? After all don't the issues and the values and ideals of the party matter to the Obama supporters? Besides, as I then blogged- Obama supporters have MORE to lose with a McCain win, then us older, more conservative HRC demographic. I was seldom posted and abusively attacked if I managed to sneak in a comment.

THAT WAS MY PERSONAL MOMENT OF DEFECTION FROM OBAMA.

Millions of other Democrats have THEIR moment.

sounds like mrs bush is pertty level headed. to bad her husband
didnt talk more to her.

Truly the end is near. In the end, the lion will lie beside the lamb. Peace will come to all Nations. When i see Pelosi and Gingrich on the same commercial. When i see McCain defending Obama. When I see Evangelicals for Obama, This is a sign that the end is near.

A man will come from the East and unite all nations. Rulers will bow before him and adore him.

Sounds familiar. Do you still doubt that Obama is the ONE.

i like mrs. bush…too bad her husband is such a crook

What a great lady. President Bush calls her his better half.

Polls show the American people agree.

this is probably well-wished thoughts and I'm sure that there is no hidden agenda for speaking on these topics.. yet i cannot help but cringe when i think of this woman being married to what will go down in histrory as the most HATED Prez!.. my the courage it takes to keep your head held high in the face of approval ratings like her hubby. (and she has to sleep in the same room with him) yuck

Laura Bush, sounds like she is for Obama I wonder if she told her husband that the war in Iraq was the worst thing you have ever done.

You go Laura Bush tell the GOP that they are going to lose this election.

Helen in NY you have blinded me!

Baloney! Michelle Obama belonged to a racist church for 20 years, and she MEANT that she had never been proud of her country until Barack started winning votes. Michelle also wrote an ant-American thesis and has said that America is just a "mean country."

I love the way Barack is always "misunderstood" or "taken out of context" also just like his wife when they both say stupid or racist things.

Hillary's strength of character came through during her long, arduous campaign. I definitely applaud her, and hope she runs again in the future. We NEED such character traits in the White House, more than ever.

CNN are you really that much of a poor excuse for mainstream media? Will you ever quote Michelle correctly! You're getting as bad as Fox news. She said, "for the first time in my adult life, I'm REALLY proud of my country." Are you people actually journalists???? How are we ever going to believe that you're quoting your sources accurately when you can't even quote Michelle Obama correctly who's video was all over the news when this came out?

Lady, tell your husband he needs to be more careful than anyone when he speaks … That would be when he is capable of stringing a cohesive sentence together … And we're atill waiting for that.

They will slander Mrs. Obama in any way they can. She is strong and will stand up to them I know. As a black woman she has had to learn how to do that from birth.
Obama will not stand by and let McSame send our kids off to die in Iraq. No Way. Nor will he allow McSame to give us four more years of Bush economics. No Way. Are you better off today than what you were eight years ago? if yes then vote McSame, if not then Obama is your man.
Those of you that are planning to vote for this war monger and really want to show your support for McSame JOIN THE ARMY. Many of you are no help anyway because you supported Hillary in MOUTH only but did not send her a dime to help her out. Don't hate on Obama because we supported him with our time and our MONEY. YOU LOST IT FOR HER. Our money was well spent.
OBAMA08

She's the only thing lovely about the Bush presidency…either Bush by the way. haha

Easy to say get over it I think people say get over it they never try in their life

I know how hard for Hillary

DNC worked on this math
Equation 1 They want to come out from Clinton brand
Equation 2 They don’t want lose the black votes
Solve these 2 equations with super delegates
This race was decided by Super delegates

That is fine with us but we decided to whom we have to vote
Who care the party now

So laura are you endorsing OBAMA

"That's one of the things you learn and that's one of the really difficult parts both of running for president, and for being the spouse of the president, and that is everything you say is looked and in many cases misconstrued."

Well, not only misconstrued but also misrepresented. I'm sure Laura Bush understands that as well…

Isn't she smarter than her husband?

I wish Laura was elected President instead of GWB . I applaud you Laura, your husband not so much.

Good thing this was a fair primary.

Good thing that no one ganged up to throttle and trash HRC.

Good thing I never saw Richardson TRASH both Clintons on national tv in the most hateful of ways, while preaching against negativism.

Good thing we had DEAN and Pelosi at the helm.

Good Thing Michelle Obama never said that she would not vote for HRC if Hillary was the party nominee.

Good thing millions did not witness the media rape of the BEST candidate just to punish the Clintons.

Now we will all UNITE.

Please Post:

How can you be a good Christian and vote for the GOP and McCain?

!. They do not care about there fellow man, they are not my brothers keeper.

2.They do not care about the environment, for example big oil companies say that global warming is not real. They are not Stuarts of the environment.

3. War is always there 1st option instead of trying to get along with other countries and trying to talk to them and encourage constructive dialog.

4. Greed is the must important thing to the GOP, they do not want to hear about caring for the sick and poor.

I cannot for the life of me; how any good Christen can vote for McCain and the GOP. I know the GOP are going to talk about the abortion issue. To me this issue is not for the government or for constitutional changes. This issue is for the educational system, churches and parents. That’s were you can put an end to the abortion problem not by big government telling you what to do with your body.

Very good!

Mrs. Bush sounds alot smarter than Mr. Bush… Why didn't we elect *her* for president?

CNN, how long are you going to chew this snivel "for the first time…"?FOR THE FIRST TIME IN MY ADULT LIFE gasoline will be $5 soon, however you together with Ms. Bush (who doesn't care) are continuing "for the first time", "proud..", "more proud"… Stop it, we are already fooled. Thank you.

Here's some advice for Mrs. Obama. Don't sell the house in Chicago. You'll probably still be living there after November.

I'm formerly for Clinton, now for McCain '08

We do not need advice from you. What were doing Mrs Bush when your husband ran this country into the ground? I see Rove called you and told you to still try divide our party. Its not going to work this time, you lose.

She actually seems like a good person, why on earth is she married to George?

Oh, if only that were the only misstatement from Michelle. Unfortunately there have been so many, they now identify who she is. From those slips, we see her for what she is. I wish it were a prettier sight.

Thank you Laura Bush for giving Michelle Obama that advise. You are a great first lady.

Why can't George be more like Laura? Oh well, I'm glad it's almost over!

It's very gracious of the First Lady to recognize that Michelle Obama has had her comments miscontrued. Go Laura! Go Michelle! You're both wonderful!

I always thought that Laura Bush had the brains in the family. Too bad she was not running for President instead of her husvband.

Mrs. Bush, advice Clinton on the following:

1. Keeping a SCORE CARD

2. Not to manipulate the media with a story line.

3. Keep it real and know when to bow out by listening to experts.

4. To have a strategy and rules of the game.

5. Not to feel entittled and control the country and the whole campaign

6. Not about her and her family but about America and it's people which connects with Obama.

7. Aknowledge defeat and congratulate the winners and not look down on him.

I wish all the best to the Clintons!

Michelle Obama meant exactly what she said. BO means exactly what he says and does. To try and "undo" statements and actions to be politically expedient is slowly going to register with the American people and they will see through the vail of deception. As far as Hillary bringing supporters' votes to BO? Good luck. Not this Democrat and I know I am not alone. I would rather have another Republican as president than a liar and a hypocrite. I love America too much to risk her future on BO and his recently proud of America wife.

Good for you, Laura, you're more of a Diplomat than your husband could ever dream of being. I'm surprised we didn't hear more from Laura over the last several years. I know she's a fairly active First Lady with her initiatives, but she actually seems like one of the smarter ones, and I think First Ladies should be more vocal and prevalent.

This is coming from an ardent Bush critic and Barack Obama supporter.

I was also very pleased with how Hillary handled her suspension speech. She is a very admirable woman and did herself and women everywhere proud that day. I've been a little concerned that she didn't actually conceed, I'm not sure what that means in the long run, I guess she wants to keep one foot in the race so to speak, but it means her delegates stay with her instead of being released to Obama. Does that affect anything, I'm not sure?
I hope her supporters can muster the grace and strength of character she herself showed and rally behind the democratic nominee. He is a worthy man, just give him a chance to show you. I feel very proud of his dignified campaign and how he and his staffers refrained from dragging Hillary and Bill's baggage into the campaign. I'm sure McCain would not have been so kind in the General Election race.

Laura Bush: You have not been where Hillary has been. Michelle Obama you can advise, but Hillary is out of your league. You are the wife of the president, remember? Not the president. Which, by the way, Hillary probably should have remembered, too, when she claimed the Clinton presidency.

Hopefully Michelle has learned to watch her mouth in the future…

I believe in all the years Laura Bush has been First Lady we have heard more from her in the past few months.
Too bad. She never got a chance to practice this art of speaking she is referring to. Poor Laura. Dubbaya just couldn't let her out of her cage. If he had, maybe things would have been better for HIM as well.
Mary from Sarasota, FL

much more gracious than her husband

Laura Bush is a real lady. I have all wasy appreciated the kind a gentle sprit she has exhibit through out her husband adminstration.

thanks but no thanks from the wife of the WORST PRESIDENT IN HISTORY!!!

although I agree that Hillary CLinton has done a GREAT job, and that Michelle Obama's words were soooo misrepresented!!

i still don't like the Bush policies!!!!

Nice words and advice First Lady. I wish your husband was as smart as you.

Laura Bush is Nice!

OUTSTANDING Speech HILLARY!!!

Just one thing : NO WE WON'T!!!

I will NOT unite with obama – he is NOT qualified to lead our country – BUT McCain is!

Maybe CNN Could actually post the accurate quote and include the full quote.

Until you live through the years of of history in the USA as a black American you can not comprehend the dept of these feelings. Mrs Bush have you ever lived as an Africian American woman????????
It is not the same I am sure!!!!!

Mrs. Bush, advice Clinton on the following:

1. Keeping a SCORE CARD

Notice how there is now advice for Cindy McCain? Maybe fo her to lay off the Botox injections…lol.

I do not believe what Michelle Obama said. Also it is immaterial what she said because, Obama does not serve to be our president. He does not have resume while CNN tries to portray him as capable candidate. Media wants to blind all the American people. I wonder if CNN will publish this message. Vote John McCain.

Did we "misconstrue" her reply when asked if she would vote for Hillary? I think not.

Does it mean, she is a Democrat now?

What a lady Laura Bush is. I wish her husband is half the woman she is. Thanks for the tips.

wow, now she is in giving advices…….