I think accusing people of age discrimination for saying McCain has lost his bearings, is confused and out of touch, is a manufactured issue. When Obama said McCain had lost his bearings I thought he was referring to MCain having changed his position on so many issues. He used to be perceived as an independent thinker, and is now toeing the Republican party line. You can choose to perceive things however you want. You can certainly be confused, out of touch, and lose your bearings without being old. If you think that is what was being said, it is only because you choose to interpret it that way. It has nothing to do with what was actually meant by the person making the comment.

Age is certainly an issue in this election. Obama's lack of experience and character should be considered. Barack is an excellent campaigner but, has not accomplished anything of note. Anyone can promise – but promises have to be paid for. The confiscation of others wealth to buy votes is all that Obama can bring to the table. He hasn't held a real job, he hasn't produced or built anything, but he sure can talk…. Kinda like a used car saleman – no disrespect against the honest car saleman out there. Young Obama is not gonna take the money that I worked hard for and give it to someone that did not work for it – they can get up off their butt and go to work every morning just like I do.

BO's life's main achievement in Public service is the that he magically transformed FOUR WHOLE BLOCKS in the South Side of Chicago. What has McCain in his 72 years done that can compare with this noble achievment?

I know, I know, the Obama Kool-aid drinkers will point to the effective campaign he ran as an outsider, coming from nowhere to win the nomination (with NO help from Party insiders like Kennedy and Peolsi).

Didn't Dubya also run effective campaigns in 2000 and 2004? Running effective campaigns shore made Dubya a fine President.

It shouldn't be an issue, but the truth is he's 72 in a country where the folks aren't expected to live past 77. He's at risk for cancer and has shown a sign or two of being unable to separate various facts. I think McCain is good man who honestly feels he's capable of doing the job, but at some point we are all just too old to do what we could do when we were younger.

McCain's age is certainly not an issue. Age is experience.

Is Obama shoveling for votes? Did he have his smoke before or after? What a photo op….

Age only matters if it affects his judgement. So far he seems to not be able to remember things he has said in the recent past so if that is because of his age, then yes, his age is a factor.

If McCain is able to make the case that Obama is too young without any criticism, why should Obama take heat for saying that McCain is too old to handle the stresses of office?

That said, I do not think Obama was referencing McCain's age at all in those comments. Its a noted fact that McCain has consistently misspoken, even on foreign policy issues, supposedly his forte. And he certainly has placed himself on the wrong side of most of the issues according to a majority of Americans. Lost his bearings is an understatement, and it has nothing to do with age.

This may be a problem. Granddaddy McCain still has the flame to
burn !

age would be and issue because come on. to be president requires a lot of enery which i am sure mc cain does not have, he should find something in his league. he will be too old to keep up with all his promises. change will be what we need because we are tired of old ways of approaching things, a foundation has already been set so why not branch out into something different or create something different.

The last thing the country needs is a hot-headed warmonger in office. After all, you are not electing a pope.

Senator McBush, you are nothing but an old dog, and you do not teach old dogs new (change) tricks. Senator Mcbush will be 100 years by November.

John McCain is too old! It is time for change… John McCain is old school. We don't need 100 more years of the war. He's shell shocked. This is a new generation of young people and we need someone who can relate to them after all it is about the future.

Go Obama! Bye McCain…..

In a country where we are sooooooooooooo committed to abolishing racism, sexism, and AGISM, why is it all of a sudden pollitically correct to criticize McCain for his age? He has clearly shown his competance over and over again. The only reason this question is being raised is because the liberal media is grasping at straws to elevate Barak Obama–even at the expense of perpetuating and condoning agism.

If McCain cannot remember the Clayton Williams comment, he has a memory problem. The whole world heard it. Ann Richards (rest her soul)had him beat anyway. Clayton Williams iced his on cake-what a looser. Typical chauvanistic Repugnant.

I'm a Democrat, and I really think the age thing is not as big of a deal as everyone's making it out to be. On a semi-related note, I wish there was a better joke for comedians to make about McCain than "He's SOOO old!" To me, McCain's temper is riper for satire than his age. Similarly, his temper is more of a reason not to vote for him than his age.

My concerns: McCain has Lieberman whispering in his ear about who is fighting to who in Iraq – more than once. McCain got the number of troops before and after the surge wrong: then turned nasty when corrected. Why is he the only Vietnam Vet in Congress who supports the war?

He should have won in 2000. The US would be rebuilding Afghanistan and have not invaded Iraq for oil and Daddy. Didn't happen.

His experience is based on the past and the future is coming at very rapid rate: The older we grow, the more we depend on the past to make decisions and if you are cranky, unwilling to listen – even to economists when you brag about how little you know … your time has past.

He's not to old. He is a true American. Mosses was 125 years old when he turned his power to Joshua who was 85. Wisdom is a great thing to have. If McCain is so old why is Obama afraid to debate with him?

No he is not too old. Obama on the other hand is not too young but he is too naive.

AGE SHOULDNT BE ALLOWED TO BE EVEN MENTIONED IN THIS RACE IF MCMCAIN WERE 100 YEARS OLD. BLACKNESS, JEWISHNESS, MUSLIMNESS, INEXPERIENCEDNESS, RACISTNESS, DUMBNESS, RELIGIOUSNESS, OPRESSEDNESS, NOR ANY OTHER FACTOR CAN BE MENTIONED SO WHY DO THESE AGE BOGOTS GET THEIR SAY. ITS NO MORE LEGITIMATE AN ISSUE THAN G-DING AMERICA. RIGHT? BESIDES IF I WANT TO KNOW HOW TO RUN THE ONLY SUPERPOWER ON EARTH IM NOT GONNA ASK A PAIGE IN THE LEGISLATURE. IM GONNA SEEK OUT A BEEN THERE AND DONE THAT OLD GEEK THAT JUST MIGHT HAVE SOME TIME UNDER HIS BELT, NOT JUST MILLIONS OF DOLLARS AND STAR STRUCK GROUPIES BEHIND HIM. GO FIGURE….. GOD HELP AMERICA!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Age may not be an issue.. But mental health is definitely an issue and that is McCain's biggest problem.
He thinks that becoming a President is mainly to wage more wars and keep the American troops in some deserts, while his friends and lobbyists get contracts to suck off our tax dollars.
This guy's brain needs to go to a Body Shop. Lot of dents in it.
OBAMA (2008 -16)

McCain is a phony.

First, Obama's campaign played the race card and then "sexism" came into play. Now they are hammering on his Opponents AGE! Remember this senior citizens. Any woman or senior citizen who votes for Obama is the one "out of touch".

If age is reallly an issue, then both nominees are having the same issues. Do you really think age 46 is suitable for presidency of the United States while the rest of world leaders are essentially at least over 50? Don't you think that the older world leaders will under estimate the US president that is still green?

Ok, you might want to say that age 46 is fine, the most important is the capabilities, not age. Then the same thing applies to McCain. Age doesn't really matter, the most important thing is the capabilities.

In fact, there are many in the world that old leader often are more respected than the younger one. Look at China, the real leader is still Deng Xia Ping who is already more than 90. Look at Iran, the real leader is Ayatolla Ali Khamenei who is already more than 80. In ex-Soviet Union, most of the leaders are very old. People brains are different. Some older brains are more wise and more experienced. Not all older brains are senile. Smart people brains usually tend to not easily become senile.

CNN, if you don't publish this simple comment, take this opinion for you.

Experience comes with age. Barack Obama should be your student and learn from you. He has a big mouth and a total joke. CNN does not like to know these facts and therefore they moderate/delete these facts. I will watch if they are published here.

It's the hardest, most stressful job in the world. Do you really think it's a good idea to put in someone so old and with such a violent temper? It's the temper that I'm more worried about.

I think if you took both candidates and performed personality diagnoses, there'd be no question who's fitter for the office.

Seriously. Let's get off this non-issue and discuss things that really matter. On the issues Obama wins.

Unfortunately his age and health are an issue. Not as large an issue as his unfaltering support of Bush policies but an issue still the same. In addition to his advanced age, his risk of melanoma recurrence and possible metastasis is depressingly high. Those who point to the great importance of his vice president choice are correct. This is one of the first times the idea of the vp being a heartbeat away from the presidency is startingly true. Leave the politics aside for a moment and believe that even IF he wase easily the best candidate, there is a decent chance that his VP not him would serve out the term.

For the record: I am a registered Republican; white, 59-year-old retired female.

Listening to McCain's inability to make intelligible statements over the past several months (whether in town halls, speeches, or interviews) and his changing positions on the issues in many cases, I have become very concerned about his capability of running our country. He does sound confused and definitely out-of-touch with the American people. . . especially our young people fighting in this needless Iraq occupation. It could be his problem is age…or he could just be a very scary candidate to be considered for the presidency. I'll be crossing party lines this year and voting other than McCain.

Age should have nothing to do with it.

It will be if the media wants it to be. Since the question is asked it seems as if this is the direction we are going. I feel bad for McCain and everyone else in their 70's because the media is telling you are to old to do anything. That you are washed up. It is pathetic. They don't want to talk about issues or question Obama in any way so they have to tear people down. Just look at what they did to Hillary Clinton. The turned her into the biggest racist of our generation when nothing was further from the truth. Watch out McCain. Maybe someone needs to swiftboat the American Media. Then we would have "change."

The person who will be president is the person who gathers the most support, whatever his/her age. Age should no more be a factor than race, gender or religious preference. Vote for the person whose stand on the issues agrees with yours.

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McCain mean temper? America you are truly showing your mean spirit and the ugly side of you. Instead lifting up people to run for president with so many worries facing you. What do you do knock them dowm. Shame on you !!!

Let me try this again. Why do you censor me telling the other side:

When McCain said It is common knowledge that Iran was training al queada and sending them back into Iraq and even repeated this even after Sen. Lieberman personally corrected him in the middle of an interview can only be described as being 'confused' – age has nothing to do with it.

When McCain says that keeping our troops in Iraq for 100 years would be alright with him, even though the Iraqi leadership and the American people have stated many times that it is NOT alright with them, can only show that he is 'out of touch' in Iraq. – age has nothing to do with it.

When McCain opposed legislation that would increase benefits and the New GI Bill to help our servicemen when they get out of the service and at the same time supporting torture tecniques that may but our servicemen at greater risk in this and future wars, but supported our troops with good common sense only a few years ago shows that once his bering were with the troops but now has drifted far right. This shows that he has 'lost his berings' he once had for the military. – age has nothing to do with it.

Age is not the issue, his current policy decisions are.

McBomb age wouldn't be an issue if we didn't have all those problems to be solved in the future… we need a young , intelligent, healthy with a lot of energy to take care of us!!! Go OBAMA !!!

I don't want to see a McCain presidency and it has absolutely nothing to do with his age. Candidates misspeak quite often when they are out on the campaign trail. McCain with Lieberman standing behind him is creepy and makes me very afraid of what will happen if McCain is elected, not to mention that he wants to pack the Supreme court and continue on this path of destructive economic policies.

I have no problem with him being 72 years old as I have known people that were mentally clear and physically mobile up into their 90s. I do have a problem with him having a temper and constantly getting basic facts wrong. Combine those two things and you have someone rushing into war for the wrong reasons… again.

I am 3 years older than McCain
Spent the same amount of time (23) years in the US Military
Served in Viet Nam (69-70)
I don't feel qualified to be Commander in Chief
I don't think a man my age can handle the pressure of the Presidency.
I don't think McCain can handle it either.

When we have the choice to elect someone younger, more global in his thinking, more humane, more inspiring – why should we settle for someone older who unfortunately remains stuck in his worldview? Look at Sen Obama – he is out there helping build sandbanks for flood waters! He is strong and able and brilliant too. Age can be a positive when the person is truly wise and surrounds himself with wise people. Sen McCain chooses to surround himself with Sen Lieberman, Bill Kristol and promises to continue Bush's failed policies. he promises a clean smear free campaign but at every possible opportunity, he cannot resist a jab. We are tired of this negative way of operating, tired of the US viewed as a bully, as a muscular giant. We want the world to know that Americans are caring, generous, kind hearted folks.

Too old, too young?

It's not a question of age… it's a question of judgement, experience and credentials. Obama has no track record other than saying "he was against the war". He was not even in the Senate then, and could not vote on it! Once more, just words!!!

To those of you who say: "McCain in 2008 – Clinton in 2012.
Has it occured to you that McCain won't last 4 years, and then his VP will have the inside track in 2012 – and by then forget your rights.

Anyone who votes for McCain should take who he picks as his VP into strong consideration – he's 71 now, and he'll be 76 by the end of his first term.

we need someone with enough energy to make real changes instead of keeping the country on the same path.

He is too old to run for President.

He's not too old… his ideals are too old!

Let's face it… this is 2008 and counting!

CNN has forgot to comment on the 57 states- 10000 killed in Greensburg Ks storm. McCain says something wrong and the make a big deal out of it, just as they did Hilary

Not only is John McCain too old, he showing signs of old people's disease; forgetful, can't hear, can't see, cursing; short tempered, brittle bones that make him stiff as a board; disoriented; completely out of touch; narrow vision and narrow minded, health problems that we don't know about, which means the list could go on. Republicans ought to be ashame of themselves having this old man as their choice. JOHN MCCAIN IS TOO OLD THAT THE GOVERNMENT ITSELF WOULDN'T HIRE HIM FOR A JOB OR ANY OTHER COMPANY.

How about some of the Obama mistakes, pushing the wrong button on bill, there are only two, he did this 5 times. He thinks there are 57 states, guess he can get more votes that way. Carolyn, McCain is a war hero and now you are going to use his 5 years in a prison camp…………..You have no shame. McClinton voter.

Now just be honest. Imagine that you are sitting in a car with your whole family that you love dearly. All of the sudden, John McCain is the driver. The road is long and very dangerous. Will you not have second thoughts about McCain driving?

Now if you cannot let a 71s old McCain drive your precious family, how can you let him "drive" the destiny of the whole nation and the world for the next 4 years?

Have respect for McCain but vote Obama.

oh yeah its a big issue. =/

Let's judge him when it comes down to debates or town hall meetings rather than just a figure of speech. The fact that McCain has a temper does not mean he would be a bad president. The fact that Obama seems to be "nicer" does not mean he would be a good president. At the end of day, a good president must have the analytical ability to make the best decisions for the country.

No age is not a factor this year. I would rather have age and experience over youthful indiscretions.

Obama reeks of lack of good judgement and he has no experience in anything except running his mouth off.

yes he is too old, and the factor that he walks around nonstop with his Senator Palpatine lookalike Liebermann doesn't help him either

I don't think age is an issue here. Health should be the issue, and if he's in fine health with no major issues for the near term future, I'm not concerned. Our society has gotten worse over the past 30-40 years in terms of disrespecting our elders, and looking at many comments from Obama supporters, you'll be shocked at the disdain they have for anyone not in their "generation". I'm 47 and consider myself VERY knowledgeable, but I'm also smart enough to know that others know more than me. Based on what many Obama supporters say, anyone over 40 should have no vote, should be led out to pasture, etc. If it weren't so pathetic it would be laughable.

In any case, if McCain's health is okay, how about you guys shut up about it and focus instead on the issues?? I think most Americans would prefer to focus on the issues, but unfortunately the media keeps dragging up little things like this. I'm saddened to think that our nation cares more about the "Poorly Dressed" section of People than we do about Time or other "real" publications. You in the press and media could help turn this around.

OBAMA if elected will become the FIRST ANCHOR BABY PRESIDENT OF USA.

Mr. Senator McCain,

Stay in the race, don't drop dead with some ailment.

With you in the race for President, it is CLEAR that Mr. Obama will lead our country beginning in January 2009.

The Republicans are in for a terrible November. Rush Limbaugh and his pals will need to order lots more valium!

Colorado is going BLUE

THE TRUTH HURTS – Everyone needs to go back and click on the links that The Truth Hurts 1205 p.m. has: I had never seen them before.

The press should have printed this. I believe this is the true McCain. Chelsea Clinton was and is a beautiful young woman. McCain must be held accountable for his horrible comments about her and Janet Reno. Everyone female should hold McCain accountable. He is a mean dirty old man. He has no judgement at all.

Hillary I mss you and Chelsea on the campaign trail. I fully support Barack Obama. Hurry back. There is no way I could ever vote for this crude person.

MCSAME IS A GERIATRIC VERSION OF BUSH.

GOOD GOD. THE FACT THAT HE IS THE REPUBLICAN

NOMINEE, SCARE THE PEAGIBIES OUT ME.

I can see John and Liarman sitting in Rocking chairs somewhere in a Florida nursing home telling dirty jokes and playing bingo.

John McCain is not to old to be president.

Reagan was just as old and Obama called him a Champion.

War Hero '08

AGE IS A MAJOR ISSUE. McCAIN IS TOO OLD, OBAMA IS TOO YOUNG, BUT SENATOR HILLERY CLINTON IS JUST RIGHT.

CNN you are so slanted you should be Russia's official media!!!!!!!!!!!!! You post every liberal comment there is. McCain will be our next president, even with all the media bias. Hillary was right about slanted coverage.
McCain/Hillary 08

McCain's age is brought up a lot with politicians. As long as he can win over voters with what he plans to do if President, then his age won't be an issue.

Being too old is just as much of an issue as being too young. It depends on which candidate you support.

AGE IN ITSELF SHOULD NEVER BE AN ISSUE

i don't think age should be an issue, but the real issues itself. under a Mc Cain presidency we will keep with Bush,s policies and we have seen how well this has worked. Sen Mc cain now talks about changing washington, well he's had plenty of time there and has not done much to change washington. now Obama talks about change and he wants to jump in the bandwagon of hope and change. i will tell you especially women what he is going to change. you will see the end of ROE V WADE as he said he will point justices in the mold of Roberts and Alito. remember who appointed them? PRES BUSH DID. to all those women who fell strong about ROE V WADE you better think before you vote for Mc cain, he voted against EQUAL PAY FOR WOMEN, and now he threatens one of your peronal rights. time to cool down from the DEMOCRATIC PRIMARIES and come together in a single cause behind OBAMA. i will support the democratic ticket with or without HILLARY on it not only for me but for the future of my children.

Way too old. He has had to go back to town hall meetings since he can't even read the teleprompter. He stumbles over words and contradicts himself left and right. His only shot was back in 2000. Republicans chose Bush over him then……….

Age itself is not necessarily an obstacle to the Presidency

But John MCcain, in his current capacity, is an obstacle, to properly running this country

Landslide Obama

It is not age. it is issues. The problem is McBush keeps getting his confused! OBAMA 08!!

well, rumors are very much alive. Obama set his site to find out who is making rumors of his wife – who is paying for this search? …and everyone should have similar search for the roots of the rumors – or just brush them of, and go on…..

Young or old…If you want the "abuse" and the "irrational behavior" from this administration to continue…..then vote for John McCain.

The writer of this article is not trustworthy. Is the writer of this article going to be praised as a man of integrity one day? The world "out of his bearings" does not mean he is old. It simply means McCain cannot be consistent, and can easily forget things that he has said some few weeks or months ago. As a check you can listen to McCain's views on social security in 2004 and 2008.

I think it is time for journalists to face facts and to write sensible articles than to create problems.

wow, how fast we all forget the mistakes Nobama has made…. One about people in Pa. Mrs nobama and being proud of her country..Now wait, that was just taken out of context…. the church he attended for 20 some years…all his wonderful ties… You can't overlook ones and not the other. All you nobama kool-aid drinkers should open your eyes. This man might not be able to do things due to injuries he got while he was a POW for years. Was that aroung the time that bo attended his prep school? He has done things for our Country his whole life. What about bo? What has he done for our country? Too old to be President? I don't think so. Maybe the next headline should be "Obama…inexperienced to be President!"

Age might be an issue, but I think Senator McCain is going to need a viable VP to get his campaign up and running. If he does not pick a very good VP, Obama will win this hands down….

one is too young and one is too old… she was just right

CNN you really need to get off of this. WHO CARES! I am a democrat and supporting Obama. Hands down, no question. (by the way if it was Hillary, I would of supported her too)

THESE ARE NOT ISSUES! THIS IS NOT WHAT AMERICAN CARES ABOUT! STOP FORCE FEEDING US WITH THESE THINGS THAT DON'T MATTER! ISSUES ISSUES ISSUES ISSUES. We did this crap when bushy got elected twice, and look where that led us.

McCain has every right to run, and seems to have plenty of energy to keep up. His ridiculous policies are what you need to be talking about, so American understands that he really is a Bush 3rd term. C'mon CNN, your stooping to Fox News like journalism here .

YES! AGE IS AN ISSUE, FOR MCCAIN HIMSELF!!!
IS IT OBAMA'S FAULT IS HIS OPPONENT DOESN'T SEEM TO UNDERSTAND BASIC FACTS THAT CONCERN MOST AMERICAN ????
NO WAY!

Age should not be an issue but senility should be.

Is McCain senile? That is the question.

Well we have two choices

1. One older experienced nominee, loves his country and will not lie
to the american people for political gain.

OR

2. Young with no experience, has never been proud of our country,
lies to the american people knowing he cannot fulfill his promises.

NOW IT'S ALL UP TO US

Just to be fair, some of the most powerful Democrats in Congress are just as old or even older than McCain. Sure, their powers are not nearly as great as those of the president, but they do control national and international policy of the US in pretty significant ways. Why isn't anybody telling them to move aside and let younger (and I should say smarter) people have a go at it?

If some can say that Obama is too young and inexperienced, than I can say that McCain is too old and out of touch.

Where are you Brian TN, Charlotte, Belle, Jim PA, Jan Fl and Karen Fl; these individuals are members of PUMA (Poor Uneducated Miserable Adults) and Operation Chaos? NOT THIS TIME. We the people are taking our country back.

he's OLD…. too OLD to be president

I can care less about McCain's age. The bottom line is: his economic plan only favors the wealthy! If you are making less than $300,000 you are SCREWED!!!!!!! I am also disturbed by his comments on Iraq. He must be "losing his bearings" if he is comparing Iraq to Germany and South Korea. Our troops are SAFE in those countries. Forget age. Think with your pocketbooks! American cannot LITERALLY afford John McCain.

The man is a cold war relic with an anger problem. His age is just another impediment. Mostly, because you can't teach an old dog new tricks. The majority of Americans "see" the current tricks for what they are…flip-flopping.

Check out the McCainpedia
Jedreport.com
AFL-CIO website

for all your McCain info. It's surprisingly accurate.

Would you elect your grandpa President?

We need to turn the reigns of this nation into the visionary hands of youthful and fresh leadership, not old custodiansof an acient way of life.

Ageism is alive and well. Honestly this guy is scary he just doesn't have it all. I wish Hillary had got t he nod she would have had a field day with him no matter where he wanted to debate she wouldn't care aobut getting booed as long as she got her point across. Case in point after the media accused her of downplaying martin luther king jr's importance to civil rights she still kept her engament at an event honoring him. I wish obama would just go ahead and debate Mccain and not be afraid of who is in the audience or what questions will be asked. He can't control everything and I think thats where is problem is. McCain is scary but Obama just doesnt have my vote yet.

The "lost his bearings" comment was simply a rebuttal to a cheap shot by McCain. It really had nothing to do with age. If you want to interpret that as a Freudian slip than so be it.

A 90 year old can be an attorney or an accountant or possibly a Senator, but PResident?
This is the most crueling job on earth and as we get older, that pressure is too much for older people to be 100% effiective.
Sensator McCain should stay in the Senate, maybe be a cabinet member but not President- he is too old.

For me, Sen. McCain's age is very relevant. It's one thing to be a smart man and "sharp for his age" at 71, but it's another set of standards to be smart enough & sharp enough to lead the United States of America. The President has to at the top of his game, especially in light of the terrible mess the Bush administration will be leaving us in. I want a smart, sharp, innovative, energetic leader to dig us out of the worst hole this country has been in since the Great Depression. It will take that kind of leader.

Age in and of itself is not an issue. But in McCain's older Republican ways, it may be the reason he is so out of touch. The old Republican way helps the rich get richer and the buying power of the poor get poorer. Look at our Republican economy—higher priced gas and energy, escalating mortgages, escalating food prices, less regulation over health and safety, joblessness instead of jobs, health bills instead of health, and global warming. McCain will support the indefinite spending of trillions more in Iraq and adding to countless lives lost—the essence of our economic mess. Perhaps, it is not only McCain’s old ways but also that he married money that makes him so out of touch.

For the good of America, we will vote Democrat, Democrat, and MORE DEMOCRAT !!!

Yes, I'm 75, and I know about how McCain feels at 71. I do truly believe he should step aside and enjoy what life here on earth he has left. The situation our world is in at the present time, will take a younger President to handle the affairs of such a position.
I don't want my comment to be mis-construed, but a fact is a fact. As we grow older, one must prepare themselves for that very reason, and come to realize when it's time to step down. Whoever gets elected, my prayers are with them. HAPPY FATHER'S DAY !!

Age in not an issue…. an economic and foreign policy that promises to be 4 more years of the same is THE issue.

I am in shock. That this is even an issue is disgraceful.

If you want to attack a man attack his policies and stances not his age. If someone said that Barack Obama is too "black" to be President it would be racism. If someone said Barack Obama was too "Muslim" to be President it would be "the politics of fear".

To say that John McCain is too "old" to be President is ageism. It is discriminatory and bigoted. If Obama has any sense of respect or honor he should immediately denounce any statement attacking Senator McCain's age and ask that his supporters focus on the real issues.

Too bad CNN won't post this one since it doesn't make it look like everyone loves Obama.

yes, i tink McCain is to old. Barack Obama needs be our presdient. Go Barack.

The guy is way to old to be president, and many of his colleagues consider him somewhat 'mentally unstable'… now combine the two.

Yes, he is to old to to be President. he cannot even remember to show 40% of the time for Senate votes in the 110th Congress. His Not Voting totals as of several days ago is 60.8 % for the past 18 month. By the time the 110th Congress end it probably will be around 75%.

Though I'm an Obama supporter, I'm on the fence about this. If the roles were reversed, (Dems had the older nominee) the GOP attack machine would have no problem making age an issue. And as the article suggests, if history is any guide it does help win elections. Age by itself should not be made an issue for any job, whether for president or a janitorial custodian. McCain's choice for VP could largely make or break his chances of winning depending on how moderate his choice is. I think the arch-conservative choice would lose more votes than a moderate choice.

Senator McCain is to old for the office, We need a change in
Washington.

i cannot vote, but leaning towards the DEMS, but age is no issue here… if age is an issue you have to ask Mr. McCain….

regards

He is too old just watch the way he talk or move his arms. I even see his wife helping him down the stairs when he invited Charlie Chris and others for a barbecue.

I wouldn't want my 72 year old grandfather running this country! I love him, but he is old and senile and he is dying, just like McBush. Besides, young folks are angry and they want blood. It's time for change.

Age? No!

Stupidity? Yes!

McCain's vision for this country is rooted in denial and ignorance!

C'mon CNN, here you go again, creating issues where there isn't any. I was watching your interview when Obama first said McCain had lost his bearings. I did not interpret that he was talking about age at all. He was referring to his 'misspeak' about yet another issue. It is unfair of you to simplify the subject of age to chronology. All 72 year olds are not senile. McCain makes mistakes seemingly based on lack of preparation and knowledge about a vast array of subjects from the economy to the war. And then he has what seems to be 'lapses'. I have wondered if this might be caused by injuries he sustained both physically and psychologically during his capture and/or because of medications he takes for cancer and other health issues. In any case, I think he needs to take it easy and do someting other than occupy the oval office.

Yes he is much too old to be president.

I wished it was not an issue, but the Office of the president has more stress on it than one can imagine. John McCain has already been stressed out with Vietnam, his first wife, the senate and two runs for the president, and it has all taken it's toll, he really should just retire and enjoy his cookouts while he can.

If McCain starts to exhibit old age problems while in office it won't be easy to remove him once he is there.

well.for crying out loud ,he cant answer a single question or make a speech,or open his mouth ,without saying something dumb.if he threatens to veto beer ,again,i'm gonna kick his butt,then they'll make me president.

BREAKING NEWS—–TURN COAT JOE LIEBERMAN TO BE McCAIN'S RUNNING MATE.—-NOW WE KNOW FOR SURE OBAMA WILL BE THE NEXT PRESIDENT.

McCain need to join Bob Dole, and make commercial for Viagra, it is his future,because really hi lost all his bearings. Hi is a war criminal.

Our real concern should be who he picks for Vice President.With the powers now given to the VP thanks to Cheney.The VP it seems has more power now than the president.After all, who was in the bunker while the other was reading "My Pet Goat"?They have to play the VP card and soon for the McCain and the repukes to get any votes.

John McCain is too old to run for President's. He is past the age that a government job could hire him.

John McCain has a mean temper and he appears to be mad all of the time. His smiles are so fake.

John McCain has to have people correct him all of the time. He also appears to be confussed most of the time.

I'm a 60 yr old w/female Republican voting for Barack Obama.

Maybe the media should fall out of love with McCain and start reporting what he says instead of what he wanted to say. Maybe then the American people would be able to see how this man's brain works. He continually makes mistatements, like vetoing beer and the media cleans it up for him. Let him speak for himself his age is an issue.

He'd better pick a suitable VP. In many ways, I think his VP nominee is much more difficult than Obama's.

Now… HURRY UP AND CHOOSE!!

GO OBAMA !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

What more can be said about john McCain? lets see he had the generator watch when god said let there be light? first mate on noah's arch?and oh yes older than dirt. off hand really old wise? senile?to old?by most standards a most definitely YES! to old to cut the mustard

Here's some interesting stuff. McCain is contradicting himself to get votes.

Here McCain is disrepecting his own wife:

"Three reporters from Arizona, on the condition of anonymity, also let me in on another incident involving McCain's intemperateness. In his 1992 Senate bid, McCain was joined on the campaign trail by his wife, Cindy, as well as campaign aide Doug Cole and consultant Wes Gullett. At one point, ————————""""""""Cindy playfully twirled McCain's hair and said, "You're getting a little thin up there." McCain's face reddened, and he responded, "At least I don't plaster on the makeup like a trollop, you c-u-nt.""""""""" ———————McCain's excuse was that it had been a long day. If elected president of the United States, McCain would have many long days."

LINK: http://rawstory.com/news/2008/McCain_temper_boiled_over_in_92_0407.html

Here's McCain calling Chelsea Clinton ugly and saying Janet Reno looks like Bill Clinton(a man):

"Why is Chelsea Clinton so ugly?
Because her father is Janet Reno."

LINK: http://www.jedreport.com/2008/06/john-bush-mccai.html

PLEASE POST THIS CNN. PEOPLE DESERVE TO KNOW THE TRUTH. IT'S YOUR DUTY TO GIVE OUT THE TRUTH. STOP DENYING THE PEOPLE THEIR RIGHT TO KNOW.

Here's some interesting stuff. McCain is contradicting himself to get votes.

Here McCain is disrepecting his own wife:

"Three reporters from Arizona, on the condition of anonymity, also let me in on another incident involving McCain's intemperateness. In his 1992 Senate bid, McCain was joined on the campaign trail by his wife, Cindy, as well as campaign aide Doug Cole and consultant Wes Gullett. At one point, ————————""""""""Cindy playfully twirled McCain's hair and said, "You're getting a little thin up there." McCain's face reddened, and he responded, "At least I don't plaster on the makeup like a trollop, you c-u-nt.""""""""" ———————McCain's excuse was that it had been a long day. If elected president of the United States, McCain would have many long days."

LINK: http://rawstory.com/news/2008/McCain_temper_boiled_over_in_92_0407.html

Here's McCain calling Chelsea Clinton ugly and saying Janet Reno looks like Bill Clinton(a man):

"Why is Chelsea Clinton so ugly?
Because her father is Janet Reno."

LINK: http://www.jedreport.com/2008/06/john-bush-mccai.html

POST THIS CNN! PEOPLE DESERVE TO KNOW THE TRUTH! IT'S YOUR DUTY TO GIVE OUT THE TRUTH! STOP DENYING THE PEOPLE THEIR RIGHT TO KNOW!

I don't think McCain's age has anything to do with it. The choice boils down to 4 more years of Bush's failed policies or 8 years of change. Based on the current economic, foreign policy, military, social, national debt, U.S. image around the world, etc. conditions, I'm voting for change!

Let's see how many Republicans change their party affiliation over the next year or two…

Age or RACE are NOT an issue, nor should they be…

What more can be said about john McCain? lets see he had the generator watch when god said let there be light? first mate on noah's arch?and oh yes older than dirt. off had really old wise? senile?to old?by most standards a most definitely YES!

Although I am completely opposed to Senator McCain's politics, I believe it would be a serious mistake for anyone in the Obama campaign to attack John McCain on the basis of his age or even to imply that he is 'too old' to be elected President. Ageism is every bit as offensive as racism. If Senator Obama does focus on McCain's age, he risks a backlash that could very well cost him the election. Obama desperately needs to reach out to senior citizens (people over 65), a group that supported Hillary Clinton in virtually every primary. So far, Obama has taken the high road and has avoided sexist remarks with regard to Clinton and overtly ageist remarks about McCain. Both Obama and McCain need to stick to the real issues. Neither age nor race have any place in this campaign.

Yes,
I voted for McCain over W back in 2000. But won't vote for him now, because of his stance on the war and Obama's youthful motivating personality.

When McCain said It is common knowledge that Iran was training al queada and sending them back into Iraq and even repeated this even after Sen. Lieberman personally corrected him in the middle of an interview can only be described as being 'confused' – age has nothing to do with it.

When McCain says that keeping our troops in Iraq for 100 years would be alright with him, even though the Iraqi leadership and the American people have stated many times that it is NOT alright with them, can only show that he is 'out of touch' in Iraq. – age has nothing to do with it.

When McCain opposed legislation that would increase benefits and the New GI Bill to help our servicemen when they get out of the service and at the same time supporting torture tecniques that may but our servicemen at greater risk in this and future wars, but supported our troops with good common sense only a few years ago shows that once his bering were with the troops but now has drifted far right. This shows that he has 'lost his berings' he once had for the military. – age has nothing to do with it.

Age is not the issue, his current policy decisions are.

STOP THE SMEAR CNN…..

I love how the voters that claim to give a "reality check" about Obama losing to McGramps in the fall.. Just for fun, I'll throw out my own "reality checks", for what it's worth. We'll see whose "reality" comes true…

Reality check #1: chance is always a factor, and I would gladly concede that Obama may lose. But I don't think it will happen (see #3).

Reality check #2: HILLARY HAS ALREADY LOST! Stop fighting the past.

Reality check #3: A lot of us want Obama to win, and record numbers have turned out to vote for both Democratic canididates.

Reality check #4: You can't use primary numbers to predict a general election.

Reality check #5: When you add the support of a lot of Hillary supporters that AREN'T bitter about their candidate losing, expect to see Obama's support skyrocket. IT'S GOING TO HAPPEN.

McGramps ……go take a nap,grab a depends, & get some ginko!

sure he is too old like mama..and mama will vote Obama 08

All I can say is that being president ages a person dramatically. If you look at before and after pictures of almost any of the Presidents – Nixon, Ford, Carter, Reagan, Clinton, GHW Bush — they all looked used-up after their presidencies. In contrast, W has spent so much time delegating and on vacation he hasn't been affected, but Cheney looks like Death. McCain doesn't look great NOW…

I have a great deal of respect for the elderly, but Mr. McCain demonstrates that age does matter, he fumbles his words, speaks into the wrong end of the microphone, etc, etc, etc. He has served his country with honor, but it is time for him to let a different generation step in and turn our country around.

Since Obama and the democrats have no substance or issues to discuss, once again they are resorting to personal attacks. I am a Hillary supporter. I feel like Barak Obama has been packaged and sold … or, rather rammed down our throats, by the DNC, and the media. Us Clinton supporters have endured countless insults from the Obama followers, in countless blogs and posts. And, now even though they need our votes, they still disrespect us. I would never vote for Obama, and I hope that my fellow Clinton supporters join me in voting for Senator John McCain in November.

John McCain is older than Obama. However, unless his age has influence on old-fashioned ideas and not for a changing world, then his age could be a problem. He is flip-flop on some issues and with other issues, it appears that he believes in the Bush regime. He needs to pick up more momentum on the campaign trail, if he wants to convince voters that he should be President.

McCain has talked about Obama's "youth and inexperience", and yet his campaign goes on the defensive at any perceived comment of McCain's age. I would say that McCain is the one who has brought up the age issue. If he doesn't want age to be an issue, then he should stop talking about it himself.

OF COURSE HE IS TOO OLD.
McDinosaur wil only keep us outmoded with his patronizing MY FRIEND talks.And he looks so sick.
AMERICA FOR OBAMA.
GO OBAMA…OBAMA 08.

Oh my,have you heard……………….Obama can walk on water. That's what he said and I believe everything he says because I'm an obama supporter.

Not so much about his age, but how's his memory?

McCain has lost his bearing but it has nothing to do with his age.

He had to move further to the right to attempt to get the base GOP support. In doing so he compromised numerous values that he previously opposed within his own party.

Those Sen. Clinton fans should think carefully about voting for McCain in protest. I know it is hard when she came so close. Think about what will happen when conservative judges are appointed to the Supreme Court. Roe vs. Wade will be overturned and young girls will return to the back allies for abortions.

Age isn't the factor, truth of character is

Obama 2008

"Losing bearings" can happen at any age! If they want to make an issue of these comments it's because they know that McCain is going to lose this election and they are grasping for straws!

Along with his age comes ooodles of experience. His doctor says he's healthy. He certainly hasn't sat on the side lines during the election so far, and appears to be "energized." Besides – 71 is not "old" these days anyways – people are living much much later than that — No, he's not too old.

Signed
a "clintonite" …. waiting to decide if she is a new "Regan Democrat" who will be going republican this year….

Obama is unfair person. Age means experience, Obama is naive and arrogant, McCain will be a better President than Obama. I respect McCain and his wife than anti-white and anti-American couple. Michelle calls us "Whitey", wake up whitey, vote for McCain.

When you reach the point others are continually reminding you of misstatements that you just said or past the point of making sound speeches and decisions for yourself then you certainly have no business running a country or dealing with the world as one misspeak in this level job could be a dire mistake for the whole world.
I fail to understand why anyone with these problems would even want to be in that position unless its just their own selfish ego

Hey Obama,

Show some respect for your elders, didn't you thank your own grandmother for all her wisdom and all she thought you…

I don't think he is too old……just not too smart.

CNN, Do you need to even ask this question? Have you heard the man speak? LOL. MC 2 Old is fighting dementia….HARD

Young Americans For OBAMA!

It would appear so. Everything is an issue in this election. Religion was not an Issue for George Bush and his connection to religious leaders, but religion is an issue for these two Candidates.

I guess everything is on the Table now.

Losing hie bearings definitely refers to McCain's problem with controlling his anger. Democrats as well as Republicans confirm that angers sometimes gets out of control. Age has become an issue because McCain has confused becahse of John McCain. He confused who the Sunnis and Shiites were. He confused Iran and Iraq. Rightly or wrongly, people started asking questions about his age after his mistakes in public. Aga is an issue for me. Many have said the presidency ages a president about 10 years. McCain is 71 already. I am not interested in voting for a very old man!!!!!!!!!!

James Monroe was almost 60 at the time he was first elected as president in the early 1800's and yet he was elected to a 2nd term. Considering the life expectancy of this time was extremely low in comparison why is it that this was not a huge factor then? Maybe because of the fact that the people wanted the person they considered best for the job and weren't willing to let a silly factor like age change who they voted for. Andrew Jackson at the time of his election to his first term was in poor health and also in his 60's and yet he was elected to a second term even though his health had continued to decline.

If McCain was old and decrepid and made more then minor slips in what he said it would be one thing. But considering the fact that the average, normal, young, and healthy person is capable of making the same slips when it comes to the names of people and places it is a non-issue.

It is funny that in a time where people are living much longer then when this country was founded people would try to use age as a factor on who to vote for. Age isn't going to persuade someone to vote for someone who is the most liberal senator just because he is young and charismatic. Anyone who can be won over on the basis of age obviously doesn't care about the real issues of this country anyways.

This is ridiculous. What words are allowed to be used that won't be considered an attack on his age? He really does seem confused about a lot of things.. whether or not that has to do with his age is not implied.

Obama is too inexperience. I would rather have someone who has life scars under his belt.

Age is not the issue. He seems vim and vigger. His policy is the issue. Dont let CNN or the other media fool you. If we attack him on age it will back fire. The war, economy, and environment and women rights are the issues.

McCain's age is only an issue because he seems to not understand what is going on with average people in America. Its not the 1990's, or even 2000. I think his age – combined with his wealth (wife) – makes it impossible for him to really "get" the average person who can't afford health care, who can't afford the gas, who can't afford the war.

Age is not a problem.
Experience is the main problem in this election.

If you review the NYC town meeting 6/12, you will see that John McCain forgot what he was talking about, and what the question was, right in the middle of answering it. He did a lot of fumbling around to get out of that! The question was regarding Supreme Court Judges and was at the end of the session.

Hi Wolf,
Ofcourse age will be an important issue in this year's Presidential campaign. One who aspires to be the president of USA must be a person who has to be alert 24/7 to lead this great country. from dangers from enemies,who are wide spread now due to last 8 years of misrule and bungling of foreign policy.

Can McCain at 71 be alert to do this tedious job Most dangerous events happen when Americans are asleep due time change.If you ask people of 70 club, like me will tell you that it is impossible to concentrate on matters that need the utmost attention for than 3 to 4 hours . Yougsters like Obama can do it and the term
he used ' lost his bearings' suits McCain as I hear the same phrase
all the times at home. There are ofcourse exceptions like Larry King
& Jimmy Carter but for a President of the super world power,71 is too
risky.

For me is age is not an issue at all. The character of candidates is a major play! The issues they stands for depends to their character.
I don't trust to Obama and I can't stand to his bitter Michelle, so I'm voting for the honorable McCain this time.

Age does matter. Mr. McCain, at 71, brings with him 71 year-old priorities and baggage which we cannot afford.

I'll take experience any day over a snot nose elitist. Most of his following doesn't have any real world experience either. Most probably have never had a job. Therefore they don't know anything about paying taxes or national security issues. These colors don't run. They will if BHO has his way.

YES! Age is an issue

Obama is too young

Well, I think McCain is too old to be the president of the US. Reason is as follows:
1. At age 70, you start to have medical issues
2. when he was addressing the press a while ago, he mistook iraq for iran ( Signs of old age )
3. US needs a change not a continuation of the past government.

as for Obama, he is young, full of life and has a lot to give and learn as the president of the US.

Go OBAMA……….

If Hillary Clinton was striving to be the first woman to become president and Barack Obama is striving to be the first African American to become president, why can't John McCain strive to be the first septuagenarian to become president?

McCAIN IS WAY WAY TO OLD TO BECOME PRESIDENT.
WHAT USED TO BE HIS SEX APPEAL IS NOW HIS WATER SPOUT.

That's right CNN; make sure Obama's press is positive (shoveling sand) and McCain's negative (Obama's take on McCain's age). Don't show your bias!!!!

John McCain is fighting a losing battle, lost FOR HIM by our current President. And while we are on the subject of failure, WHOEVER wins the election will be overwhelmed and exhausted by current and nascent problems brewing, so much so that….(fill in here) lol

It's not really his age, it's his lack of clarity.

Really, McCain is old and it is a serious matter especially when the nation expects him to make right judgement most of the time.

Yes I think John McCain is too old. In an era when the world is changing due to technology and green issues, new thinking is required. Not the old Oil based economy thinking. Also he is tied by the Repubican Platform which he has tried to fix in the past, unsuccessfully.
As for his mental faculties I do not think that is a big worry. After all you had Ronald Reagan as President.
As Iraq and the Economy are the things that are going to decide the election I think that this age thing is just an example of how old John McCain's policy thinking is.

This is sick. I wonder what people would think if the Republicans used Race and the fact that Obama's black in the election.

It now seems OK for some in the Democratic Party to promote sexist (Hillary Clinton's experience) and age (John McCain's experience) discrimination strategies. Bad enough that this was practiced during the Primaries against Clinton and now this.

I have nothing against Obama but I have an easier time in accepting a person who has many years of Political experience in the Senate to become America’s President even though he is 70+ years than someone who has but 2 years of experience and is in his mid-forties. What has he done within his 2 years there that gives him the right to be given the keys to the Bus (so to speak).

It seems that every time someone descents or opposes Obama as their choice for President there are accusations of racism. I do not care if Obama is black, the reason why I have difficulty supporting him as an independent is that he has not earned from my perspective the right to become President because of his experience. In 2000 and 2004 I voted for the Democratic candidate because of their experience and Bush is lack of the same.

If I was to take a chance on a person who in fact has years of military and political experience but not in the Senate or in state government it would be Colin Powell. From my perspective he has the presence and image of an American President and his views are not radical.

He is older than dirt! It seems all those years have not taught him much.

McCain is a true American, and has the experience and wisdom that this country needs.

Yes he is, yes he is. At 71 you need to be retiring and enjoying life.

Age plays no role in choosing the best qualified leader for our country. However, experience on the other hand outweighs immeasurebly the ability to govern a great nation. Obama has no experience, he is still wet behind the ears and filling sandbags in Illinois will not win over votes, especially with designer jeans on.!

he is not too old but he don't care about the little people he is concerned to be none us president and that all he want.

McCain should win this election easy.Obama just talks a good game
McCain is a war hero.

We have no room for a bumbling senior at this point in America's history. We have already almost endured an inarticulate fool for the past 8 years, we must regain respect for this country and all it's citizens, McCain is truly out of touch. I believe some of his most formative years, Sen. McCain spent time as a POW, and for that I thank him from the bottom of my heart, but this man wasn't with us as times changed and the 71 years he has lived, it continues to change and he is stuck!

I'm not wary of his age…..but I am afraid of his old ideas.

That "lost his bearings" comment had nothing to do with age. It had to do with McCain's deviation from his conservative background.

Being “old” has nothing to do with McCain being out of touch, confused or losing his bearings. My 85-year-old mother is none of the above. That’s why she’s voting for Obama.

You are old John. My parents are old and so are my grand parents. We who are not hope to be blessed to make it to your age. Obama is filling sand bags and helping the people and people like you may say that it is a photo opportunity but so was your phony FOX town hall meeting. Every bag that he filled helped but what you did this week did not help anybody.
McSame is TOAST

Yeah – the Dems may want to taper the "too old" rhetoric. It makes them appear age-ist and that would be a problem since it is the older citizens who are more likely to vote. Plus the fact that Barack is bi-racial would most likely be a larger issue for them than those voters younger than 30-something. So what, you hit 70 and your opinions are irrelevant? There is a reason they are called the "Greatest Generation" – based on what I see out of many young people today – too many would never understand how to be selfless for your country…

It is not so much an issue of age as it is vision. Who can lead this country in a changing world? Who can see how the challenges of today are different from the past, and who is willing to try a new approach, when necessary, to address changing needs? Senator McCain is a true American hero, there is no doubt about that. But the world is different now, and we need a President who understands that. It is no longer the world that John McCain grew up in with basically two super powers (the U.S. and Soviet Union). Today, the actions of countries that many Americans can't even find on a map can truly affect our everyday lives here in the U.S. If you haven't read it, Thomas Freidman's book "The Earth is Flat" describes this change in terms of the economy. We need a President who truly understands that and is prepared to lead knowing those are the challenges. When I've heard Senator McCain talk, his idea is to bring back the economic team from the Reagan Administration. I'm sorry, but it is no longer the 1980's and "trickle down economics" didn't work so well then either. Barack Obama presents a new opportunity for leadership for America. He's smart, and comes from a generation that understands the new world in which America faces many challenges that didn't exist even ten years ago.

So, not because of age but more because of vision, I'm enthusiastically supporting Barack Obama.

GOOD MORNING
TO ALL MEN == HAPPY FATHERS DAY

no offence meant mr mcsain, but we all get to old for a lot of things and yes you are to old to be president (unless it is for senior citizens)
there comes a time when we have a lot of trail to follow and some time they make us weak. being commander and cheif has to be full time, top notch sharpness of the mind. and the wear and tare of this campaign will get you down. this is not like the last few months of the free ride you had. this will be tough because you have a young vigorus componet to be right there to see all your mistakes and you will tire to the point your age will be an issue. i am 65 and i already am there.
god bless you= but this is not your time to run our country

cnn PLEASE POST THIS

Of course it's an issue, my 90 year old grandfather even says that he's too old for the office, and IM sure that he's not the only one with that sentiment.

Yes, I think his age is definitely an issue. He is more at risk, he is more likely to become confused, he is more likely to need medical attention – and let's just say that it makes his VP choice that much more important.

McSame has bigger problems though. He is too closely tied to Bush and the failed ideas and policies of the Bush Administration. McSame has agreed with and supported Bush on every issue – from tax cuts for the wealthy to selling our port to Dubai. And this is all going to come back to bite him.

If McCain could put himself in a time machine and suddenly became 40 years old, his mutterings and misspeak would probably not improve much at all.

Nelson Mandela was 75 years of age when he became president of South Africa. Age has nothing to do with it . Should we say Mr. Obama is to young to run. Obama has stated 57 states , the great lakes are in Oregan..I could go on but you get the point.

The answer to the question is YES, McCain's too old.

Mccain Is Not Fit To Be President And This Article Proves It!

I'm from the generation with the famous quote "Never trust anyone over thirty"! When you are young 70 sounds ANCIENT but with life expectancy being what it is today, it is not all that old.

But alas I am an Obama supporter because age is not necessarily synonymous with wisdom.

A word of caution to the youth however, in a climate of change it is good to remember that we stand on the backs and shoulders of those who have gone before us, and the hope that we share must admit that the institutions we hold accountable had at their origins much good.

Back to point, if the republicans think that the dems are exploiting the age issue, it is not that McCain is too old, he just does not have what it takes to "effectively serve as President" in these times. Age is only a side note.

Of Course Age Is A Factor! Mccain Is An Old Worn Out Man With Old Worn Out Ideas! He Is Not Fit To Be President Mentally Or Physically!

with all due respect to sen. McCain, many repubs say YES.

Women haters & races McCain and his Supporter .

OBAMA 08 HILLARY 2016

Come on now do we really want Grampa Simpson. running are
country really? McCain is to old soory but he is his veiws are outdated, the man does not even know how to use a computer, Yes he is a former naval officer, and we are proud that he severed but this is no reason to even consider to vote for him. John McCain keeps saying that Obama does not have enough experience, just take a look at all the experience that was in the bush administration? look where all that experience has gotten us.

BARACK / SEBELIUS 08

BARACK THE VOTE!!!!!!!!

Yes he is old, but the comments he made can be made at any age and that is why he was called confused and out of touch. They could have said senile…..

Does he think those comments will go unanswered?

McCains age does concern me. I'm not saying senior citizens aren't viable, it's just that he's running for the highest office in the land. And when it comes down to it, I think alot of republicans that want to vote for their party will really be looking at whom McCain chooses as vp, because in the back of their minds they know that the vp may very well end up running the country. Another thing is, he's past retirement age so why is he even allowed to run for president ?. If he were trying to get a job in any other venue he would be told he's too old. And yes, it does seem he has lost his bearings at times.

AGe I guess can Be discimanated against. as well as gender can be a issue of topic. But if you every say what is the Black agenda? watch out……..I love how Freedom can only come from the young. Education can be a discrimanation….where you live can be considered racist, religion can be racist. Latinos, Whites, Korains, Asians, Germans, Indians.Ect… all are Racist…..
All but the Blacks and College educated. can be discrimanated against what dont the people understand about this election. Now Iam going to go to BOs web site and see the only truth there is because thats what he said so it must be right

I don't think he is too old…but his ideas are too outdated…..we need someone who has a good sense of the new global era….And McBush certainly ain't that guy…..

I have to wonder why Clinton glorified him during the primary season. Maybe if she hadn't she would have won.

Mccain Looks And Sounds Like He Would Be A Terrible President! His Policies And Actions Prove It! I Do Give Him Credit For His Experience However! He Is A Great Flip Flopper, A Skilled Liar, A Seasoned Panderer, A War Monger, And The List Goes On And On! It Takes A Lot Of Experience To Reach Such Extraordinary Levels In These Areas! Many Decades Of Perfecting These Areas Is Going To Make His Age A Real Factor In November!

Considering McCain makes gaffe after gaffe, and has Lieberman or Cindy nearby whenever possible to catch him, I'd say not only is he too old, he's also too angry and tempermental. His mental status is not suitable for a commander-in-chief.

Age use to mean wisdom. This year it means you are too old. This has been the worst year for catagorizing every person into some group or the other. White, black, latino, religion, educated, uneducated, rich, poor, old, young, male, female and then subgroups of those groups. I am so sick of this whole process. When you have news 24/7, I guess it must be filled with something, anything? Everything is hyberbolize by the candidates and the media. This Congress has a lower rating then the President and as McCain said, " that means it is down to employees and relatives." We, the people, don't matter except at election time. Pandering is part of the game. I will write Hillary Clinton on my ballot in November, and for those that say it will be wasted, tell that to the people who wrote in FDR for a third term. He did not seek re-election and won anyway. That is why we now have a two term limit on the Presidency. If we all write her name on our ballots, she can win!

Age is an issue and so is being totally inappropriate running a campaign ad during the Today Show and the Tribute Meet the Press for Tim Russert this morning. Tacky!

P.S. I can't believe I actually beat Sharon of Minnesota to a posting, She is usually one of the first ones, spewing her ignorance and hate.

McCain is not only too old, he is completely incompetent. It is funny to see how he reaches out to everybody that he let down in all his years in the senate. Every voter should see that this is purely election talk and nobody will gain something from McCain except for the very rich. Every thing will be just more: more poor people, more richer people, more polution, more death from wars, more womed without equal rights, more more more, but not more good.

and please sir..get off this whole countdown0since-last-time-Obama-been-to-Iraq-thing…I've never been there either and i still know that IT SUCKS!

Age is an issue. For Barack Hussein Obama. Way too young and not too smart.

Obama fills sand bags in Iowa while the PUMA's spread hate and lies.

Get the picture?

Age is always and issue.

To Brian, Tennessee, If you like the republicans so much why do you pretend to be democrat??

i dont see why it shouldnt be.. They continue with the attack that Obama is too young and inexpierienced.. I say McCain is too old and set in his ways(to bring about change) BUT..didy ou ever see an old man change his mind on so many things.. usually, as i've stated.. they are set in their ways..i believe him and everything that comes out of his crooked smiled mouth is a farce to SEEM like he's change..yet if elected i think all the barefooted and pregnants should run for the hills!

Americans retire at 65y, why is McCain not.
Double standard. He is a bit disoriented.

McCain IS TOO OLD TO BE PRESIDENT!!!!!! If his mind is so sharp, why does he need a tele-prompter to remember what he is supposed to say during one of his lying speeches? I mean, come on, how is it that someone can't remember what he wants to say, if he so strongly believes in it? If he is such a great veteran, why does he vote against veterans bills? He is so phony!!! vietnamveteransagainstjohnmccain.com says it all. Those of you who think of McCain as a hero are full of it!!!! The real HEROS were fighting and dying in the jungles of South Vietnam. We didn't get to be under a roof when it rained day in and day out for months. We were tortured every day by water, mosquitoes, fire ants, dissentary, a few hours of sleep every day, boobie traps, pungie stakes etc, not to mention the enemy!!!!! We didn't fly only 20 hours of combat, John. We didn't get 28 medals either!!!!! Of couse 99.9 % of us didn't have a daddy that was an Admiral!!!!! This is why you will never get millions of Vietnam veterans votes. WE KNOW THE REAL TRUTH ABOUT YOU!!!!!!

yes age matters. He needs rest while America's challenges are mounting. He can not work. He is too old I guess. Its not somemthing personal but he is running for the public office and we have the right to discuss his age.

yes big issue granpa is old and his behaviour is showing signs of aging.no disrespect for granpa but l real see him deteriorate everyday.its not looking good at all.

I don't think he is too old to serve as President. I just think we're in need of a young voice from a man who has not been in Washington circles for 40+ years. Bill Clinton was young. It's time for a fresh start! Vote Obama this fall. His ideas and his ability to bring people together and garner respect from our allies around the world outweighs any negatives about his newcomer status.

Well we have two choices..Someone that is older with alot of experience, loves this country, will fight for the american people.
Could have lied and said he will bring the troops home in 6 months,
but instead told the people the truth. Is not Full of "Yes We Can Speechs" he could make it easier for himself and just say what
he thinks the people want to hear, knowing no one can fulfill all
the promises that are being made.

Or, we can someone younger with no experience and has never been proud of our country.

The choice is now up to us.

When it's you time, there is nothing any of us can do to change the outcome. He's 71 and in excellent health. McCain has lived his life to the fullest by serving his country and fellow man, he's been through very trying times of both mental and physical challenges, he has witnessed the worst and best in mankind always in a leadership role . . . John McCain is the embodiment of American history.

The Democrats can only wish they had a candidate with his qualities and once the American public sees past all the "Democrap Mumbo Jumbo", they too will be proud to have John McCain as their President.

Wake up America . . . if you want change you can believe in, then vote McCain in November.

Using the word "confused" is a cheap and dirty shot by Obama and his campaign.

McCain is a candidate of experience and substance and is a very young 71 years old anyway. Newsweek stated that his "real age" is 63.7 years.

Senator McCain is physically fit and very sharp mentally.

Buying into the change that Obama talks about is like believing in the tooth fairy. Obama offers empty promises just to get your vote. Don't fall for it.

Obama has no legislative accomplishments. When asked on MSNBC to name Obama's accomplishments, ardent Obama supporter, Texas State Senator, Watson, could state NONE.
He was asked several times and couldn't come up with anything!

Yes–that's zero, zip, nada for the legislative accomplishments of Obama.

what is wrong with Joe Lieberman. Why is he personally checking John's bearings. I think that is his wife's job.

I do not believe McCain's age is against him. He is way more astute and clever mentally than any of the candidates–also has an endearing sense of humor–not sarcastic and condescending like Obama and his followers. He has not made personal attacks on Obama. This "confusion" attack of Obama and Kerry just sounds plain mean– and belittles them both. For 2 men of supposedly "superior intelligence and savvy", Kerry and Obama simply come across as "desperate" to find a flaw in McCain. They couldn't be more transparent if they tried.

What needs to be of concern are the constant misspeaks by John McCain and whether his mental abilities are as sharp as is needed to be the president.

No self-respecting woman should wish or work for the success of a party that ignores her." SUSAN B. ANTHONY
PUMA

PUMA doesn't think anything is wrong with John McCain age.

PUMA = Poor Uneducated Miserable Adults.

Memebers: Brian TN, Charlotte, Belle, Staunch Hillary supporter (currently using a different name), Jim PA, Jan FL.

These members are also blogging under the orders of Rush for OPERATION CHAOS. NOT THIS TIME.

It's NOT his age…… it is his 20th century THINKING…… he will have us in a WAR with IRAN within days of him taking office….. We NEED 21st THINKING, McCain is just like George Bush!!!!
Obama/Hagel

We must face the reality: 71 years old is too old for this job unless some one else is doing the job for him behind the scene!

McCain for president in 1908!!