June 16, 2008
Posted: 07:12 PM ET

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WASHINGTON (CNN) — The news of Patti Solis Doyle’s hire by Barack Obama is not being well-received by many of those close to the New York senator and by former members of her campaign team, according to a longtime adviser, a top campaign staffer and several major donors.

Doyle, long rumored to be in talks with the Obama team about a position on the Illinois senator’s presidential campaign, was officially named the chief of staff for Obama’s future vice presidential pick on Monday.

According to one longtime adviser, the move is being seen by many of those close to Clinton as a message she will not be Obama’s vice presidential pick.

An aide to Obama insists the hire should not be read as indication of who their choice will be.

The official reaction from the Clinton camp contained no criticism of the the hire. “Patti will be an asset and good addition to the Obama campaign,” said campaign spokesman Mo Eleithee. “After nearly two decades in political life, she brings with her the ability to tap an extensive network that will be a huge asset to Senator Obama. As Senator Clinton has said, we’re all going to do our part to help elect Senator Obama as the next President of the United States.”

But many of those close to Clinton remain "angry and furious with [Doyle]" over the campaign’s performance early in the primary season, and share a widespread belief she "grossly mismanaged our campaign," according to one former staffer.

"[T]here was no modicum of planning, none of the backup plan that would be in place at any smart campaign in the event we'd lose Iowa, no planning after Super Tuesday," said one former aide. Others say there is plenty of blame to go around.

A top Democrat close to Solis Doyle says Solis Doyle would not have accepted the job if she believed Senator Clinton would be Obama's choice for vice president.

Filed under: Barack Obama • Hillary Clinton


Dollar Bill   June 17th, 2008 11:03 am ET

I have a few things to say to the republicians out there, 4000+ amer deaths in Iraq, our economy is almost at a stand still, people are losing there jobs and homes at a record pace, gas prices are through the roof, our present admistration is null and void, Sen McCain can talk about nothing but the war, the man still has a hard-on from the Vietnam War, so with all that how can you republicians critical of anything Sen Obama is trying to accomplish. At least he realizes that it's going to take the help of all americians to turn our country around and to get it headed in the right direction.

Sharon in Oakland, CA   June 17th, 2008 1:32 am ET

…before this election year, I did not know Americans couldbe so silly. I think itis really stupid that so many uninformed people feel they are qualified to make decisions about matters that they really don't know anything about. The conversations and the articles are ridiculous. I believe if Mr. Obama was anybody than who he is, this would be a non-issue, folks would shut up and let the man do his job his way. Mr. Obama is not a dumb person, he is quite capable of "handling" his business. He does not need people second guessing how he thinks, what he does or doesn't do. BACK OFF!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

VOTE 08/12

bk   June 17th, 2008 12:55 am ET

Obama supporters should be asking themselves why Obama keeps running from debates. Did it not seem strange to you that he would agree to a debate on July 4th when nobody would be watching. Without a prepared speech or telepromter everyone knows he is just preaching. George Bush lost every debate and looked like an idiot and people still voted for him and now they are ready to make the same mistake again. The man does not have a clue about foreign policy or the economy. His health care plan will not work, because it still leaves us paying for those who don't get it. The facts are 20% of the people that don't have health care make over $75,000 a year.

Susan B.   June 17th, 2008 12:39 am ET

Before Iowa, Ms. Doyle's critics contended she didn't have the experience necessary to be the person in charge of a presidential campaign.

After Iowa, her critics contended that she didn't have the strong leadership skills necessary to manage the strong personalities of senior campaign advisors.

After Super Tuesday, her critics contended she had failed to anticipate, and hence prepare for, a protracted campaign.

With the benefit of hindsight, I hope we can all agree those criticisms were justified.

But I don't understand how any of this is relevant to her qualifications as Chief of Staff or the Vice President. According to all reports, she is terrific at organizing an office of that size, functioning not as a leader with a public face, but as a loyal facilitator working unseen in the background. None of her failures as head of Senator Clinton's campaign give one any reason to think otherwise.

Remember, she has eight years of experience in that role and her performance was so extraordinarily that the Vice President she served selected her–solely on that basis and moreover with great confidence–for a position few thought she was qualified to handle.

So let's take the question of her competence for THIS position off the table. A reporter might be the best at her job and yet struggle once promoted to editor, but that doesn't mean she wouldn't do a great job if she returned to her previous position as a reporter.

Whatever one thinks of his motivations and whatever the fallout turns out to be, the obvious truth seems to be that Senator Obama selected the best person for the job.

Crush Rush   June 17th, 2008 12:22 am ET

Obama will win by a landslide.Only the media and their polls keep it close to make more money.He is leo, the lion,a born leader,fearless and will put our enemies in their place.

lon   June 17th, 2008 12:22 am ET

You people really scare me with the way alot of you think.

Ricky Faella   June 17th, 2008 12:21 am ET

I believe Obama has worked hard to enlighten Americans about a
lot of things. I for one am convinced of his honesty, and his ability
to be our foremost leader. After all the lies and deceptions we as
citizens of this great country have been subjected to over the last
eight years WE all need the changes Mr Obama and his staff will
bring. For all our sakes give the man a chance, Please.
I believe we have the makings of another FDR. Thank God.

akadoug   June 17th, 2008 12:20 am ET

Thank God youbrainless Democrats are at it again…maybe us GOP'ers still have a chance to steal this election!! Ha, ha!! Welcome all you Clinton supporters we'll be happy to take your vote…just don't expect us to enact any of Clinton's crappy policies! But we'll gladly take your help in stealing this election!

It's McCain all the way to the White House baby!!

Ellie in Aurora, CO   June 17th, 2008 12:18 am ET

I hope that the majority of these "vote for McCain" "loyal to Hillary" comments are from Republican trolls. I would hate to think that anyone would be this nutty over one person who was hired. Big deal - a VP chief of staff! Get over it, for heaven's sake. This is just silly, petty bickering. Let's talk real issues for once. CNN - stop encouraging this nonsense with your ridiculous postings.

Norman From OH   June 17th, 2008 12:17 am ET

I know you Obama fans love to bash Clinton, but lets face it, you need her. If you continue to take shots at her, you will lose many of her supporters come November. Do yourself a favor and keep your mouth shut.

Ana   June 17th, 2008 12:17 am ET

If Obama was considering Clinton for VP why would he make this choice? Hmm. The John guy doing the VP search was involved in a scandal, which I am sure the Obama camp was aware of. I sure hope he does right by Hilliary.

Tell the truth   June 17th, 2008 12:16 am ET

Why is everyone so upset about this. Obama has the right to hire are fired who ever he wants. Clintion has the same right. Your company has the same rights. You have the same rights. Did they sign a contract to states" you can not work for another person" I guess not. Please stop. For the PUMA or anybody else that does not like Obama so what. There are plenty of people that like him and will vote for him. Some white,black,brown,rich,poor,men,women,gay,straight,etc. If you like his views the vote for hime. If you hate his view the do not vote for him. Simple.

David Newport, OR   June 17th, 2008 12:16 am ET

You have probably never had 2 such contrasting options. Only 1 of these will win. Choose the 1 that will hep your family out the most. Simple.

John Smith   June 17th, 2008 12:14 am ET

This makes no sense whatsoever.

If Hillary cannot beat this young senator, Obama, how would she have been able to run a good campaign against McCain?

Hillary, with her 18 million votes and $109million,
–has the worst baggage than any democrat that has ever ran for the presidency,
–has the highest negative ratings
–lacks the clear judgment in most instances when needed the most!

It has always been my understanding that the "primaries" are not about the individual candidate, but about the party.

For the FIRST time in my adult life (now 50 years plus), I have never seen a candidate that has brought so much divisiveness to a party than Hillary. Is this the way Hillary would have governed?

Rich   June 17th, 2008 12:14 am ET

So many Republicans in Democratic clothing on here. PUMA seems to be a Swift boat group and lead by a "switched to" Republican. I think that means he switched from Republican to Democrat to Republican to try and play on the confusion in the Hillary camp.

Any Real American Democrat that can support McCain isn't a real American Democrat. It just isn't possible. What that means is they are really just caught up in the Hillary swirl and Operation Chaos to think she had a chance. She would be a good candidate if Obama hadn't outcampaigned her in the first few primaries and she had a campaign team that was competent. She got beat. Move on.

Obama vs McCain is a contrast in young vs old, change vs the old way, leadership vs politics. If you liked Bush, you'll love McCain.

lily   June 17th, 2008 12:13 am ET

YES WE CAN OBAMA UNLIKE REPUBLICANAS. YES WE CAN THINK ABOUT REAL ISSUES ABOUT OUR CHANGE LOCALLY AND GLOBALLY.
YES WE CAN BRING OUR CHILDREN HOME END THE WAR
1. CHANGE OUR ECONOMY ,
2. FACILATATE OUR HELATH CARE, CREATE JOBS
3 AFFORDABLE COLLEGE EDUCATION

4. BE UNITED AS DEMOCRATES
. BE SMART WHEN REPUBLICANS TO FOOL YOU
5. THINK ABOUT THE REAL ISSUE LIKE CHANGE OUR FUTURE
6. SAY NO TO DIVISION. AND PROMOTE POSITIVE IMAGE OF AMERICA GLOBALLY/

MK   June 17th, 2008 12:12 am ET

No one posting here knows the specific ins and outs of the Clinton campaign, which, according to Clinton's own aides, was beset by dysfunction and infighting. So who knows how good or bad Solis might have been, whether she took the fall for someone else's ego, or what Hillary might think and feel about it by now. I'm guessing that if HRC wants to be VP, and if Obama chooses to offer it to her, she and Solis will be able to be adults, forcryin'outloud.

NC   June 17th, 2008 12:10 am ET

its ashame that all the Clinton people blame everybody for her downfall except her ,she knew the people she had running her campaign,im angry at her as a woman we always check our money and all of our surroundings to make sure that everything is okay,she dropped the ball herself,she should also have checked the big mouth men in her campaign including her husband,they helped more to make her lose than Pattie,now its Obama and Doyal thats at fault why are you all so angry at them,lets talk now about gas prices,food,education for our kids and get on with Democrates winning in November

Ron L   June 17th, 2008 12:10 am ET

I will keep this very short and to the point…
IS THERE NOTHING THE PEOPLE IN THE CLINTON EX-CAMPAIGN WON'T COMPLAIN ABOUT ???
This ONE of the main reasons they lost the campaign….
Instead of taking care of their OWN house they are focused and complaining about things out of their control…

NEW FLASH!!!

IT WON"T BE HILLARY!!!

Some of her words and actions in the primaries were UNACCEPTABLE and UNFORGIVEABLE!!!

NUFF SAID!!

Mike   June 17th, 2008 12:09 am ET

It's funny. Everyone who supported Clinton and is now supporting Obama is a traitor. I'd like Clinton Fanatics to answer me this: Since Solis Doyle is a traitor for supporting Obama, as is anyone who once supported Clinton, and now supports Obama, would this not mean that Hillary Clinton is also a traitor for supporting him?

Dylan   June 17th, 2008 12:08 am ET

This move at this time makes sense. Do it while the Clinton supporters are so angry that it can't get any worse. It sends the message now that Clinton won't be on the ticket., rather than letting the situation fester for two months and facing a brand new wave of hate come August. Other than coming right out and saying it, which is not realistic, this is the best way of letting the country know that he is a man of his word and really does want to turn the page.

Lilarose   June 17th, 2008 12:07 am ET

As was suggested by some politicos on talk shows tonight, I totally agree that this move was an insult to both Hillary Clinton and her supporters.

Obama is not doing a great job courting older women. We have dealt with betrayals like this all of our lives, especially in the workplace.

SC for Hillary   June 17th, 2008 12:07 am ET

Obama can hire his KENYA GRANDMOTHER, and he still will not win. Obama should go to Kenya and maybe he can get some experience as Kenya's First Home Boy to leave and return as president, after all his Kenya father left home and returned back to his wife he had never divorced prior to marrying Obama's mama. Obama is an empty suit with nothing other than rhectoric to offer. Go back to corrupted Political Chicago. Obama give Alice Parlmer her senate seat that you stole from her on a scam technicality. Mccain/Coln Powell 08

canada   June 17th, 2008 12:06 am ET

those people voiting for McCain sound like stupid but good luck.

Gordon   June 17th, 2008 12:06 am ET

I think democrats should stand together against the dying republicans at this point in time, and there after they carefully cuse who will make the best VP otherwise if democrats continue they to push Sen.Barack to take on Sen.Clinton before winning the elections the game may fall into the hands of unromantic mcain.Sen.Barack knows that despite her previous dirty tricks they will work together for amore united states sen. Clinton

Proud American   June 17th, 2008 12:05 am ET

Enough already!! Obama has a job to do. Let him get to work.
Lets Go Dems!!!!!

Like Obama, NY   June 17th, 2008 12:05 am ET

hiring seniro staff from another campaign is almost always a way to throw a bone to the other campaign! Seriously! It's one of the points that losing candidates often negotiate over with the victor when they are discussing their withdrawal. This would be especially the case in Solis Doyle's case who the Clinton team felt was unfairly blamed by the media. How either the media's coverage of this or some ranting bloggers can turn this into a slap in the face when it would normally be viewed as just the opposite is simply ridiculous.

Tony, Enterprise, Alabama   June 17th, 2008 12:04 am ET

Message to Obama…and ALL of his supporters.

You CANNOT win this election without Hillary Clinton. She received more than half the Democratic votes cast in the primaries.

Unless you want to go down in history as a dismal election failure eg. George McGovern, you will select Hillary Clinton as your running mate.

She has earned it, and you will not succeed without her.

I support her, and may still vote for McCain even if she is on the ticket. That is how disliked Obama is among Hillary supporters.

So, suck it up!

Monica, Texas   June 17th, 2008 12:03 am ET

How is an insult to Hillary???? Why shouldn't she accept I'm sure she has bils to pay like everyone else. We should applaud the Obama camp for making the offer to former Hillary supporters….and like wise if he gave the job to someone else everyone would be saying "How come he is not giving any positions to the former Hillary camp" No matter what is done many of you will complain about it.

Bishop   June 17th, 2008 12:01 am ET

Can we stop demanding Clinton to be on the ticket. NO ONE like bullies, and NO ONE has to pick anyone. I don't see Sen. Obama picking Sen. Clinton to satisfy fake Dem. HRC supporters. If you'd ONLY vote for Obama because of Clinton, then you can take your HRC behinds back to the RNC. Real supporters support the FAMILY….

And can we STOP trying to make speculations facts like the gas prices, wars, whether or not Sen. Obama can win being at the top of the ticket, etc. None of these events have happened…think about that elementary fact…

PUMA - NO ONE cares what YOU think!!! That what wrong with PUMA, always thinking that its about them, and what they want…GROW UP

And I agree that Sen Obama WILL find her a place in the campaign. Really Dems welcome ALL TRUE believers

Welcome DOYLE to the TEAM!!!

CHANGE '08 = Obama '08
Continuing Change '16 = Clinton '16*

*If she and her supporters get there act together…

Riskco Cartel   June 16th, 2008 11:59 pm ET

I can't believe how out of touch some people really are, come on people, I believe Obama was right when he said, "we are angry and bitter", we need change (show some love people). The same measure that you judge somebody the same measure you will be judged. Think about what's going on in this world people, we need help and that's the bottom line. We Have Already Won!!! It"s A Done Deal!!! Stop being a Haterilly, Obama 08

Obamawho?   June 16th, 2008 11:56 pm ET

It seems the Obama camp is forgeting one thing, the White House!!!Bashing Clinton supporters is not helping your candidate but hurting him. You all are underestimating just how we feel…maybe it will take a loss to McCain for this camp to realize just how deep the wounds are. It is one thing to lose fair and square but it is another to be the best qualified candidate and lose. You all are afraid of the Clintons, almost as if it would be too much if Hillary had won and turned the country around once again. Well, go McCain, your stand on the issues does not even matter. I am willing to sacrifice four more years of Bush policies in order to stand for something. It is a small price to pay considering people pay with their lives for something they believe in!!!!!

Jay   June 16th, 2008 11:55 pm ET

For all you Hillary supporter know, Hillary adviced Obama to hire her because Hillary might be the VP after all.

Abe   June 16th, 2008 11:53 pm ET

This decision is very confusing. The reason Hillary lost can be traced all back to her. Why then would he want this lady anywhere near him? Well I guess this could be called change. I still suport Obama though because we can't have four more years of republicans!

Joe in Kentucky   June 16th, 2008 11:52 pm ET

If Al Gore does not have a problem with it, neither do I!

vixtor   June 16th, 2008 11:52 pm ET

i am sure she secretly worked for BO to sabotage Hillary…we'll see how this one turns out

Jay   June 16th, 2008 11:52 pm ET

To Hillary's 18 million supporters please help Hillary pay off her debt, at least $2 .00 from each of you will go a long way.
The interesting thing is, the Obama you keep insulting everyday is the one who cares so much about Hillary and is will to help pay off her debt.

marvinj   June 16th, 2008 11:49 pm ET

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cindy_Hensley_McCain

To those who choose to give up the few morals they have left to vote for this train wreck, so sad. His own party rejected him and his war record, fact in the 2000 election and now his fellow Senators are rejecting him now some still have not come out in support of him. I'm willing to bet they him and his so called experience alot better than any one on this site….

All those years in the senate what has he done for me over that time (NODA).

And women voters look at what he's offering to take away from women. Are you really that mad. Because Hilliary was beaten by running a weak campaign. Is it Sen. Obama's fault she mis-managed her campaign. She proved she could not manage the country.. She failed the primary test. Let's move forward the country needs you all.

Obama /Powell 08

haiti411   June 16th, 2008 11:49 pm ET

Don't be narrow minded. God bless America. God bless the World.
Obama represents and means more for America than any other candidate. Let's be realistic and see with the eyes of reason and humanity.

Loretta from California   June 16th, 2008 11:49 pm ET

Moderator , Let me try this again.

I hope this isn't an indication that Senator Clinton won't be his VP pick. It would be very disappointing.

Democrats, To fight the smears (Lies) go to this site
http://my.barackobama.com/page/content/factcheckactioncenter/

MA   June 16th, 2008 11:48 pm ET

Obama knows what he is doingl I trust his judgement, so I'm not worry about his choice. Hiliary voters need to focus on getting Obama to be President or else we are going to find ourselves with John McCain as President. We all know what a nightmare McCain would be as a President. MA

lily   June 16th, 2008 11:48 pm ET

Most of the negative comments about Presidential nomnee Obama is coming from Republican posing as Hillary supporters. Check this out! If they were really Hillary supporters they would have listened to her when she said I am fully supporting Obama and even thinking about MCbush is totally gravely WRONG!!! Unless otherwise GOP is trying hard to get some of naive voters to think otherwise that some Hillary would think to come to them. Just LOOK AT THE POLL Obama is ahead of MCain-bush. How some real democrats including true Hillary supporters don;'t even think about loose to REPUBLICANS. THIS IS ABOUT WHO IS GOING TO WIN. DEMOCRATS OR REPUBLICANS. I THINK MOST TRUE DEMOCRATS ARE FULLY SUPPORTING OBAMA TO END ANOTHER THIRD TERM OF BUSH. BRING OUR CHILDREN HOME SAFLEY!!!
S

The US abolishes century old clinton dynasty   June 16th, 2008 11:46 pm ET

LOrd, who are these group of people? LET ME GUESS;

CNN
BILL CLINTON
TERRY MClaufing
Lonely DAvis
BIllary

for pete's sake, let the man do what he needs to do, … this is a DEMOCRACY not a dyansty, monarchy or other reign………

if you are angry hillbary lost, talk to her, and make sure she stops lying, and sending our jobs to mexico, china, via her husband..

do as you like but the rest of the country has and needs to move on..

if you like war, lies and other such staff, made by the GOP and what Bush has done in the last 8 years and you are an angry resentful hillary voter, supporter, go ahead vote for mccain..
after all we are a democracy……….but you will not and i repeat you will not stop the millions of people from all parties VOTE for our leader..

President Obama

PS; hillary who???

Tejano   June 16th, 2008 11:46 pm ET

vote obama and lose the country.

HILLARY ALL THE WAY!   June 16th, 2008 11:44 pm ET

Just the hell up Obama supporters. You guys are going to LOSE in November. Mccain 2008 Hillary 2012!!!!!

Kathy   June 16th, 2008 11:43 pm ET

Hey…Disapponnted (?)
With Obama in the White House—your scenario will most likely be true….remember….those who hate this country and want to do it harm in anyway possible….took that chance and succeeded with no experience Bush at the realm–first term.
They will do it again with Obama
Let's all pray they don't get another chance—NO OBAMA.

Gene   June 16th, 2008 11:43 pm ET

why are people getting so offended by who Obama hires as a vetter? It's not like he's giving these people high government jobs.. he's just asking them to interview potential running mates.

I'll tell you this… if McCain gets elected… I'm seriously going to think about moving out of this country… Canada is sounding better and better. Because the reality is that if any white man ran the same campaign that Obama did.. that man would win this november in a landslide.

And to Brian in Tenn… I was just in Tenn… granted it was only on a layover… and met with a girlfriend of mine out there. I must have heard the 'N' word fly out around me more in one hour than I've heard in California in a whole year. I can see why Tenn will not vote for Obama. And It's sad to say that I'm not proud of a country that still puts so much negativity out based on the color of someone's skin.

Arthur   June 16th, 2008 11:41 pm ET

Hamas and the terrorist loves Senator Obama. He even got all mixed up on who is who in Iraq.
Listen to what Hillary said about Obama during the campaign, she did not miss much.

donna4hillary   June 16th, 2008 11:40 pm ET

i like hillary. i dont like obama. i like mccain and he likes hillary. obama doesnt like anyone especially hillary. the dnc doesnt like hillary. hillary supporters dont like the dnc. the dnc and the obama supporters caused the rift within the party. its not hillarys fault that the dnc is hated. yep, unless hillary gets the nomination in august (stranger things have happened) i will certainly vote for mccain. why? well, some that voted for obama cleary hate hillary and since i dont like obama then why shouldnt i vote for mccain?

NickNas   June 16th, 2008 11:40 pm ET

Not to be rude about this like all of these die hard Clintonbots but Obama can Hire who he wants for whatever he wants. If Hillary Clinton wants to Hire someone Obama will have to keep his mouth shut too!

Whats the problem anyway. At one point Clinton LOVED this woman…now that Hilly doesn't like her she should spend the rest of her life unemployed??

rooks   June 16th, 2008 11:40 pm ET

For all the Clinton's supporters that continue to bad mouth Obama: do you really think you are doing Clinton a favor by crossing the party line and going against everything she has worked for? Remember, this is her dream to, a Black man being a Democratic nominee, she fought for Civil Rights.

She just didn't expect in when she thought it should be HER turn

Jay   June 16th, 2008 11:40 pm ET

It's funny the Muslims "we hate" have even find out how stupid we are, and have found a way to fight us and win, by raising gas prices, and there we are at their marcy and some of us are still acting like the f**ls we are.
Stop blaming Obama, he did not sent us to Iraq a Middle East nation, the people "we hate" and now those people "we hate" are killing us with our dependent on them for the oil. We think we are winning the war in Iraq, well they have found a way to win this war without fighting us on the battle field. McCain thinks the surge is working, well the gas prices keep go up and up.
Jesus Christ, how stupid can we be. America wake up!!!!!

D in TN   June 16th, 2008 11:37 pm ET

Hillary does Obama care about you? No! Will he use you for his benefit? Yes! After Novemeber, you will be like a red-headed step child. It's not too late to go independent.

Allen In North Carolina   June 16th, 2008 11:37 pm ET

Run as an independent?….. LMAO….. How's she gonna come up with the money to lose an independent race?…… Hell she can't even pay for the first time she's lost…… You hillary supporters make me smile really really hard……. You guys…… Just stop it, stop it!!!!!!…. lol RUN AS AN INDEPENDENT……

YES WE CAN!!!!!

Gilberto   June 16th, 2008 11:36 pm ET

to Eunice:

Are you sure you're democrat or a republican troll?. hmmm, did you forget to take your prozac?. Seriously, reread your stuff. You're a hater! I feel sorry for you. That's the type of person Hillary attracts?, it's an insult to hire somebody Hillary let go?. Give me a break!. You're simply delusional and bitter. Go vote McSame, we don't need your vote and I surely don't want haters like you in the Obama camp spreading your vomit.

Don't worry, come November we'll start fixing this country for you while you sulk….

hillary supporter uk.   June 16th, 2008 11:36 pm ET

If Hillary runs as an independent in novemember theres still every chance that she will be elected and if not then she will have succeeded in splitting the democratic vote, hence denying obama the opportunity to become president. She has nothing to lose and everything to gain by standing as an independent.

Norma   June 16th, 2008 11:35 pm ET

Puma_party whatever…

My …you make yourself sooo important. No one needs you loser!!!
Who cares if you don't vote for him. You don't speak for the whole state.

Get over yourself!!!

RRE   June 16th, 2008 11:35 pm ET

YES WE CAN WRITE IN HILLARY FOR PRESIDENT. OBOOMBOOM is a fake and another inexperienced Bush in black sheep clothing. YES WE CAN WRITE IN HILLARY FOR PRESIDENT.

Ito, Yokosuka Japan   June 16th, 2008 11:35 pm ET

Why doesn't anybody in the Clinton camp blame Clinton for her failures. Not even Clinton blames herself.

dave - milweaukee   June 16th, 2008 11:34 pm ET

I dont think that Hillary Clinton is out of the running for VP but if her supporters keep nagging she will be. It his campaign he can hire who ever he wants to work with the future VP Hillary Clinton or not. I think Al Gore was on stage for a reason tonight. Can anyone say Obama/Gore? Last I checked Hillary and Gore really dont like each other now that would be a slap in the face to her.

John   June 16th, 2008 11:33 pm ET

PUMA!! No CLINTON Vp…NO OBAMA PRESIDENCY…

As simple as that….I love Obamas "bump" in the polls. He isnt even up 10 only 4 and thats in the margin of error…lol

THis guy is sure to lose without CLinton

Raymond Duke   June 16th, 2008 11:32 pm ET

If I was herI wouldn't want the job. She does not even need to get close to that ticket. It would be utter destruction for her. He is going to lose in an electoral land slide.Except for the starry eyed college kids, the black population and the latta left wingers who in their right minds is going to vote for a socialist who hates america, friends who hate america and make anti-american comments not counting his terriost friends I saw a question from an Obama supporter who dared a clinton supporter to name her one African american senator, Obama of course. Now name me a single Mayor of a city that is black that has run the city successfukl and has a low crime rate? Also name me a country that is developed that has a black in charge. The best answer you could give would be south africa and it is rapidly deterriotating.

dave - milweaukee   June 16th, 2008 11:30 pm ET

I dont think that Hillary Clinton is out of the running for VP but if her supporters keep nagging she will be. It his campaign he can hire who ever he wants to work with the future VP Hillary Clinton or not. I think Al Gore was on stage for a reason tonight. Can anyone say Obama/Gore.

The Oracle   June 16th, 2008 11:30 pm ET

And the crying has begun…..

Wise White Guy   June 16th, 2008 11:30 pm ET

Michigan voter. Do you really think you are fooling anyone? We know you think you are a Republican. The question is why do you think you should be a Republican. Do you make more than 250K per year? Do you think our environment is worthless if we can kill it to make a dollar? Do you think a corrupt president who lies to the people for his ego and for oil and gets our soldiers killed in a useless war is a good way to lead? Are you really better off than you were 8 years ago? Are you really in favor of a candidate that promises to stay in Iraq until we no longer having soldiers die and then its ok to stay there because we are no longer having soldiers die? Is it ok to stay there spending money we do not have and increasing our national deficit which is destroying the value of the dollar? The answer to all of these would be a simple no if you bothered to educate yourself somewhere other than Rush Limbaugh or Fox News. Those people have their own adgenda and it has nothing to do with what is best for you so use your brain and stop listening to the lies.

Jen B   June 16th, 2008 11:30 pm ET

A smart move hiring Patti Doyle and gentle hint that Clinton might not be on the short list. For very good reasons. Let's not forget that on more than one occasion Hillary praised McCain at the expense of Obama, her Democratic colleague. As VP she would be a liability, Obama needs someone more trustworthy and less polarizing.

Gene   June 16th, 2008 11:28 pm ET

Ok.. so first Hillary says that we all need to support Obama.. now she's mad that one of her staffers is supporting him and working for his campaign? I don't get it. Why would she be upset?

First she says that she doesn't know if she even wants the VP spot.. now they're upset that she may not be the VP?

Is she bi-polar?

Informed voter from florida   June 16th, 2008 11:28 pm ET

maybe she'll destroy Obama's campaign too.

Bob   June 16th, 2008 11:28 pm ET

Never vote for Obama. He is the next Jimmy Carter. The Democrats will be doomed for the next 20 years.

Emily   June 16th, 2008 11:28 pm ET

William A June 16th, 2008 10:41 pm ET

What Change? The only change the brainwashed Obama supporters are going to get is the face of John instead of George. The Devastation will continue, the war will continue, the draft will be iniated, the economy will continue to get worse, Health Care will be non-existent and Republicans will continue to have no clue!

And you all deserve every bit of misery you get. Only fools can be so blind to vote for He who cannot lead, cannot win, and cannot change the fix your in! Get ready for another Republican White House. Hope you all enjoy the misery you've lunged upon the World.

————-

It really is like talking to a wall with these guys. I don't think that anyone one of us is going to change their minds.

This one is probably paid by McCain to try and turn some Democrats over to their side.

Ain't gonna happen.

William A. All that you described is what's gonna happen if Mccain gets into the White House. All of it.

Obama is not going to be doing any of that.

Get a clue before its to late. Come ot the side of change.

Obama 08

Dan   June 16th, 2008 11:28 pm ET

Are Hillary supporters still on their periods???

Iron my shirt…

Disapponted   June 16th, 2008 11:26 pm ET

For those who have made negative comments on this post - see you on the other side - gas prices at $10.00 and war in Iran. Something to think about….

Anonymous   June 16th, 2008 11:26 pm ET

Last I checked, Hillary Clinton hasn't said anything about being offended by this… only the fringe die hard fans of her's who would rather vote against every issue she stood for instead of supporting the candidate she is now supporting.

And then they talk about loyalty like it is something they understand. What exactly are they being loyal to… the ideals she represents… well McCain is diametrically opposed to those ideals so voting for him would be a slap in her face. Loyalty to Hillary Clinton… she has asked her supporters to support Obama… so what exactly are they now being loyal to? Hmmm.

This was a bitter campaign, but it is time look at the real issues and where the candidates stand on them and vote for someone who will most represent your stance on those issues. If you are pro-life, pro-tax breaks for the rich, anti-universal health care, pro-extended war in Iraq… then McCain is absolutely the candidate for you. If your views are opposite those issues… then maybe you should look and see of there is a candidate that is also opposed to those stances and vote for them.

joe   June 16th, 2008 11:25 pm ET

He can have the idiot. Obama and Solis Doyle certainly deserve each other…glad they have connected. Meanwhile I will write in Hillary — the best candidate in 08.

Raindog   June 16th, 2008 11:25 pm ET

To Eunice—You are so right. This man and his team just do not get it. Once again they go out of their way to insult Hillary. Ok we get it. You don't think the millions….got that you idiots?millions of people that voted for Hillary do so….not because we don't want a black man Pres. but rather because we understood that Obama lacks the experience to lead this nation. Couple that witht the fact that the old lions of the party…you know those men that kept losing elections tried to shove this snake oil salesman down our throats and maybe you can understand why we will not be voting for Obama. But that's ok you have made it very clear you do not respect us, our values or our concern for this country. All you respect and want is our money to throw away on this losing campaign. Forget it. We will donate and work for individual Democrates but we will not be voting for Obama.

Allen In North Carolina   June 16th, 2008 11:24 pm ET

Dear Eunice….. With all 18 million of you voting for hillary….. She still lost…. Now suck it up and act like a democratic woman…..

Roofin Reality, Houston, Tx.   June 16th, 2008 11:23 pm ET

Hey Dennis in Texas,
more than 50% of this country has said we're on the wrong track.
If Senator McCain appears to be keeping to the same track
1) same economic policies as current
2) same ideas towards keeping the war in Iraq going with the possibility of going into Iran
3) nominating the same judges as Alito, Roberts (judges that were picked under President Bush)

how do you see Senator Obama NOT winning?

I think it's time for complete change and while I gave the Reps every chance to do right, they seemed to get stuck (all the way back to 1998 when they had President Clinton by the nads) in their own tracks.
So, it's time for change "my friend." And with only two choices left, Obama or McCain, one is a clear change and the other apparently does not represent change. If the number holds in terms of this country being on the wrong track, Obama wins."
Those are the numbers.

Independant Vet   June 16th, 2008 11:23 pm ET

Does that really suprise anybody . You may know , the UH Huh twisted tongue. And how much was going on behind the , shady curtain long before now.

Really will make no diff, uinless she does all the speach writing, for he will stumble even reading from notes.

Still say he not as smart as a fifth grader. Needs to drink some of Billy;s Beer . Sure Jimmy has a cellar full .

NOOOoooooo Obama. We don't need him , for his message , we need a change. Well that is all you will have is change, for he will price us out of our shoes.

Know he is not worrying , for Charvez , will take care of him.

Miryam from New York   June 16th, 2008 11:22 pm ET

Obama reminds me somebody I know: Hugo Chavez.

Geri   June 16th, 2008 11:21 pm ET

The reason Obama is the nominee is because most of his staff are former President Clinton advisors. Just add Patti to the list.

9ja love   June 16th, 2008 11:20 pm ET

forget sentiments and do whats right. hill's campaign strategy was at best divisive…this is evident in dem. supporters swithching to the reps side. whoever Obama decides to be his running mate is entirely up to him- and I trust is a good decision as he has always exemplified.

OBAMA 2008

Mia   June 16th, 2008 11:18 pm ET

It wasn't Patti's fault that Clinton lost. She survived past Iowa. It's kind of scary that there is a lynch mob mentality among Hillary supporters. Richardson backed Obama? Lynch him! Females backed Obama? Lynch them for stabbing their sex in the back! Obama hired a top official from Hillary's campaign–who she herself fired? Lynch her, too! Hillary didn't win? Let's lynch Obama! And let's lynch the media too, because if it weren't for the media leading the people to blindly vote for Obama, Hillary would have succeeded in convincing everyone that she is the only female on earth worth electing President. Let's also lynch the DNC too, for sticking to their guns and punishing Michigan and Florida! Because if Hillary succeeded in seating the full delegation, she could have strong armed enough people to wrench the delegates away from Obama! Fkda rules!

Matt Canoga Park   June 16th, 2008 11:18 pm ET

Why are all these Obama and Clinton supporters such whiners, cry babies and whimps? I don't like your guy so I'm not going to vote, I'm going to write her name in. I'm voting for McCain. Why did they hire her? It was all her fault. Whaa Whaa Whaa.

No wonder you can't get anything done and won't win the presidency this year or in four years. If your party is made up of ignorant fools and do nothing canidates then no wonder your party is a disfunctional mess. And you deserve all you will get and make me happy I left your lame party years ago under the last fool you put in office.

You try and blame Bush for the war yet last time I checked the Constitution it was congress that declares war. Which makes the war just as much your fault as the other side. You cry on these forums everday that they should impeach Bush yet twice as many Americans approve of the job he has been doing then the Democratic led Congress. Yet both are sub par.

What a bunch of Chumps. LOL

After further review,Texas.   June 16th, 2008 11:18 pm ET

She didnt get along with those that said win at all costs.It wasnt Hillary she didnt get along with it was the other fat meatball lobbyist that got thrown out later.She is very smart and im sure Hillary was sorry to let her go.

Mark   June 16th, 2008 11:18 pm ET

A note to hillary supporters: If you are impossible to please, then nobody will bother to try and please you. You should choose your next moves carefully

Allen In North Carolina   June 16th, 2008 11:17 pm ET

Janie, Raleigh, N.C. June 16th, 2008 10:30 pm ET

I want to be able to support Obama, but when he and his campaign do this sort of thing I really wonder about his character. Why does he constantly do things to offend Senator Clinton and by doing so he offends those of us who support him. When I watched him on the podium with VP Gore, Gore looked Presidential. Obama looked like a trainee. I may vote for him, but I will not donate to him or the Democratic party unles Hillary is his VP. That is a fact.

I may vote for him, but I will not donate to him or the Democratic party unles Hillary is his VP. That is a fact.

I still say it was an awesome move on President Obamas behalf…. anyone that knows anything at all about hillary clinton, Knows that she'll never work under a former subordinate. And in particularly one she fired….. The man knows what he's doing…… But I am sure the door stands open for her to ask for the position…. LOL…. Good move…..

And that is the fact.

YES WE CAN!!!!!

AMERICAN VOTER   June 16th, 2008 11:16 pm ET

June 16th, 2008 8:15 pm ET

we need hillary clinton on the ticket for you need her help sp put her on the ticket and get to work on the problems as you promise thank you

I HAVE NEVER SINCE PEOPLE WHO CAN'T ACCEPT REALITY BEFORE.
IS THIS WHAT IT LIKE TO BE ADDICTED TO DRUGS, SMOKING OR GAMBLING?

rese   June 16th, 2008 11:15 pm ET

THE WOMAN HAS TO WORK IF YOU WERE FIRED YOU WOULD WANT SOMEONE TO HIRE YOU SO I GUESS SHE SHOULD NEVER WORK FOR ANYBODY ELSE. SHE HAS BILL

West Coast   June 16th, 2008 11:15 pm ET

Michigan voter-

You make no sense. I thank God that I dont hold a irrational grudge like you Hillary Clinton / Anti Obama people. You ALL make yourselves look and sound ridiculous. Sorry.

Barbara   June 16th, 2008 11:14 pm ET

This appointment surprises me but it is a good way to bring the Barack and Hillary team together.

Jason, Texas   June 16th, 2008 11:13 pm ET

Clinton supporters, stop being divisive. He won. Get over it.

Also, he will be one of the greatest presidents this nation has seen in some time. Listen to Gore. At least he can see it.

Will   June 16th, 2008 11:13 pm ET

The media made Hill the front runner, not Hillary. The media also shut John Edwards out from the the get go. Then Bill complains how Hillary was treated, yet never came to Al Gore's aid in 2000.
She will never be the pick for VP. The Clinton's have no loyalty to anyone but them self's. But are the first to point and wag fingers.
P.S. I voted for Hill on Feb 12th.

Melanie   June 16th, 2008 11:12 pm ET

You know…it's funny. I always thought that Democrats voted for Democrats based on the shared issues. I will be the first to tell you that I was waving my yellow foam finger for John Edwards, and when he lost, I was torn as to which candidate to back. But with Obama being the presumptive nominee, he is DEFINITELY the candidate to back. After researching the man, and listening to his speeches, and checking out his stance on the issues, I definitely think he's a great candidate. He will give the world, in my opinion, a more approachable President than the US has had EVER.

I find it hard to understand these Democratic traitors, and am beginning to believe that they are indeed, the same Republicans who voted for HRC under advisement from Rush Limbaugh.

Don't you people realize that Rush was endorsing HRC because he knew she wouldn't be able to beat McCain in November?

TheOutsider   June 16th, 2008 11:12 pm ET

Thank you all CNN for posting news everyday and balancing the political atmosphere with ¨the political ticker¨ .

I want you to know, guys, that you must stop being so egoist. You've got a clear choice this November. I can't imagine myself someone with the right judgment voting republican this year! I'm not American, but thanks to your Ol' Friend Dubya, your image abroad is way too broken. Needless to say, your economy. YOU NEED TO SAVE YOUR COUNTRY, YOU NEED TO SHOW THE WORLD YOU ARE A NATION that any other one would feel proud of even try to mimic. I know what you're gonna do. We STILL admire, but not as always, though!

Charles   June 16th, 2008 11:11 pm ET

The thing is, she didn't mess up her campaign. She was one of those that were against the direction the campaign was heading. Hillary made the mistake of keeping Penn with her for so long and was forced to release him only after scandal came up regarding him and Columbia. Solis will add greatly to the campaign as she will have positive people working with her who are all going in the same direction as opposed to the mess that Clinton insiders have said ran rampant inside her campaign.

Bob   June 16th, 2008 11:11 pm ET

So Hillary is more important than ALL of the issues she's believed in and fought for? Makes sense…

You are going to fight sexism by voting for sexism? Good luck to you with that.

REG in AZ   June 16th, 2008 11:07 pm ET

Here we go again! It is hard to believe that once again, like in 2000 and 2004, there will be many voters susceptible to being manipulated by device aimed at their biases with the intention of once more subtly manipulating their vote. There is no doubt, as substantiated by the polls now four and eight years later, that there are many who regret being persuaded by the aggressive and deceptive appeal that was aimed at their concern for Christian values, for bipartisan unity, for strong hawkish protection and for a cocky and arrogant leader that would represent all of the people because literally all we got was a self-indulgent focus on benefiting Special Interests and a select few while giving only apathy, more subterfuge and the costs to the average American. The concerns were valid but the trust was misplaced. Now today Carly Fiorina, the former chief executive officer of HP, attempts to tap the sympathy and affection felt for Hillary Clinton and turn that into voting for John McCain. With hindsight, remembering ‘Swiftboat’ and all the rest, the manipulation is obvious and not all that subtle, not too different from the purpose of Karl Rove’s and Russ Limbaugh’s appeal for Republicans to crossover and vote for Clinton in the primaries. It is just the beginning of many efforts that will be used to distract voters from focusing on the issues and on making an objective decision for themselves. Personally I don’t want more of the same, not more of Bush-Cheney policies and not more of Washington as usual. However, the point here is that what each of us needs to do is to be on guard and refuse to be swayed by these attempts and to simply objectively vote our values and conscience. We need to insure that if we vote for John McCain, or for Barack Obama, it is because we believe that they offer the best chance for us and for our country and not just because someone got us emotional and focused on some bias/prejudice.

Bob   June 16th, 2008 11:07 pm ET

I know it's more fun to report on this as some major slight to Hillary…I think Turner must have a minority share in PUMA for as much attention as they get here…but….how about this….

David Axlerod has known Patti Solis-Doyle for a long time. He hired her. He clearly thinks it was not her fault for Clinton's losses. Mark Penn was, he knows that. End of story.

I'm sure Obama only hired her because he's a sexist anyway…

bernadette   June 16th, 2008 11:06 pm ET

this is a win win situation for everyone… if obama had not hired anyone from the clinton camp, some crazy people would be complaining that he does not want clintonites

sm   June 16th, 2008 11:05 pm ET

PSD is as bad as LSD. I think we are tripping. Otherwise why would you hire your own mole?

Fazio   June 16th, 2008 11:04 pm ET

I hope she manages Obama's campaign to pick a VP better than she managed HRC's primary campaign!

For all you PUMA's who had supported HRC: do you really want to reverse Roe vs Wade? Do you really want the US to be permanently entrenched in Iraq? Do you really want economic policies that favor the top 5%?… No, I thought not. Then by voting for McCain, you will be voting for another 4 years of George Bush. Wake up folks! This is not a popularity contest — this is the future of our country that we're talking about!

mark from syracuse   June 16th, 2008 11:04 pm ET

United we stand… let's give Patti a second chance. We need to elect a democrat to the white house in November. All though I would prefer Clinton on the ticket as VP, let's let the dust settle a bit more. I am sure Obama will make the best decision for his campaign. Besides….2012 isn't that far away and we all know who will be the primary winner then!

Cruiser66   June 16th, 2008 11:04 pm ET

All these hateful messages. Sounds like you are worshiping a person rather than God. If you don't want to vote for Sen. Obama - fine. But the world is watching and reading. People read these messages all over the world. When you spew your hateful attacks and smears, just what do you think the world thinks about Americans. You should be ashamed of yourselves. AND get some knowledge and information, e.g. learn what it means when someone votes PRESENT. People must think we are complete idiots.

interesting   June 16th, 2008 11:03 pm ET

Doyle to select VP candidate? LOL

She can't do squat. What judgment indeed. No Obama for 2008

McCain or Bugs Bunny if you ask me.

Pam   June 16th, 2008 11:02 pm ET

This Democrat From Michigan , Will Support , And Vote For
John McCain President , 2008
_________________

Nice try, but you're no Democrat.

Pam   June 16th, 2008 11:01 pm ET

Why should anyone care what Clinton's camp is happy or unhappy about? She lost, get over it and move on.

SUE, Michigan   June 16th, 2008 11:00 pm ET

You do have to wonder about him hiring a woman who messed up several things while on Hillary's payroll…it better not come out that she was working for him all along…many of us already feel the nomination was stolen from Hillary. And in spite of the polls, many of us are not ready to jump onto Obama's bandwagon and start screaming for "change." I will never vote for McCain, but right now I cannot vote for Obama either. I do not think he can win without Hillary, and I am afraid that if Obama chooses a man as VP, McCain will choose a strong woman, and the Clinton women and others will have a reason to switch.

look at the polls dash   June 16th, 2008 10:57 pm ET

hey dash look at the poll numbers. Speak for yourself.

Michigan Voter !!!   June 16th, 2008 10:57 pm ET

I Support Hillary She Is The Best Canidate For President , In A Race Between Obama And Sen. John McCain , I Will Vote John McCain For President . I'm A Life Long Democrat Like My Parents , And Grand Parents . But Folks I Gotta Tell Ya , John McCain Is A Way Stronger Canidate , Than Obama !!!

This November This Democrat Will Cross Party Lines , And Vote For The Republican Ticket . Party Issues Don't matter Anymore , Al Gore Is Endorsing Obama In Detoit Tonight , Obama Can Have All The Endorsements From Democratic Elete , Means Nothing To Me ,The Deal Is I Don't Endorse Him !!!

America Needs A Strong President !!!!

This Democrat From Michigan , Will Support , And Vote For ,

Sen. John McCain President , 2008

Hillary Supporter   June 16th, 2008 10:55 pm ET

Patti sabotaged the Clinton campaign and now she is getting rewarded for it.

Kathy   June 16th, 2008 10:55 pm ET

Hey seriously….
Go ahead and puke.
"Change yes we can" …..come Nov will become…
"Change that did not happen"
Your guy Obama is never going to win.
Again I say the DNC has a long history of selecting candidates that fail to deliver the votes. And while myself and many others continued to support the party hoping that just one time (Bill Clinton being the last candidate)–that maybe just one time they would pick a winner–but never seems to happen.
Gore—2 term VP–lost to Governor of TX
Kerry—4 term Senator—lost to Bush
They have no clue what is best for this country, and this rally behind Obama is prove yet again just how shameless they are..
The party that once represented the people, now has become the party that caters to the far-left liberal view of the world–completely out of touch. If I seriously thought Obama was for real…and could win back the White House, I would have voted for him. But I don't trust him, nor his wife. He is so ill qualified for the job that it is scary.
Goodbye party, its time for millions of us to move on.

Edith   June 16th, 2008 10:55 pm ET

It's a clear sign that he's his own person and not going to resort to doing what others think is right. Who cares if the Clinton camp isn't agreeing with his decision. The Clinton camp is only giving proof that if Hillary had been on the ticket, her side AND BILL would have run the whole thing. There is a reason he is picking Doyle and so far, his team seems right on the money with their choices. We'll see I guess.

DenverDem   June 16th, 2008 10:55 pm ET

Sore losers who care nothing about the party, but everything about the Clintons. I supported them from the beginning, but they have proved over the last few months that they care nothing about the party, and everything about themselves.

Give back something to those who supported you all those years.

Marvin   June 16th, 2008 10:54 pm ET

Has anyone thought that Hillary truly doesn't want the position as VP? I'll be willing to bet money, that Hillary's plans are to do just as she promised. Healthcare! It might be done as Senator Clinton or it might be done as Sect. of Health and Human Services. Hillary is a smart lady, much smarter than many of her supporters who are trying to limit her to VP. My guess is Hillary doesn't want VP, but she has already told Obama she'll take the position as Sect. of Health and Human Services. Just like Edwards has indicated he'll take the position as Att. General because he doesn't want to limit himself to a VP spot. It’s about time the Hillary supporter set back and allow Obama, Hillary, Edwards and others do their thing. Remember, Hillary is a dynamitic individual. She knows what will best fit her and her future. Stop impeding VP on her and let it go.

KC   June 16th, 2008 10:54 pm ET

Clinton mismanaged her own campaign. If people haven't realized it by now, the minions only take orders from HRC, they dont' give them. HRC set the agenda. She even said herself (go back and look at the clips), "this thing will be over after super Tuesday." If Ms. Doyle is as talented as she appears, Obama is right to tap her. Besides, she was just being used as the "scapegoat" for an arrogant campaign by HRC, starting with her feeling "entitled" to the nomination.

Rebecca - Fresno, CA   June 16th, 2008 10:52 pm ET

Well "dash" and any and all of the other still disgruntled Hillary supporters out there….. you are showing the rest of us just how little you care about the other citizens of the US, and how out of touch with reality you are. Hillary is not the nominee……… that's a fact….. and even she realizes the importance of not "blowing" this election. I am not so sure what people you think "won't vote for Obama," but if you were smart, considering the reality of the choices before us, I would be willing to bet my life savings on the fact that you are dead wrong about that and will be sorry that you weren't apart of the historic election that began the much needed changes in our country's government and around the world. Jump on the bandwagon or be left behind in your antipathy to progress.

dennis from texas   June 16th, 2008 10:49 pm ET

o bama with little or no experience can not win the ticket as the head man…. it does not matter who he picks he is still a manipulator.bitter and lacks the integrity to lead just look at his senate voting record 138 times present…. now that is REAL LEADERSHIP… GOD bless america pray that this man never wins////

Montana is Obama Country   June 16th, 2008 10:49 pm ET

First I'd like to say- lots of people had grumblings in the Clinton Camp. That was their problem which lead to her demise. In-Fighting..

If TRUE: - Why do I find it NOT unusal for any "preceived" negative comments to come from the Clinton camp.. They treated Richardson with dishonor and disrespect.. Who could forget James Carville's comment.

I think Barack has a plan he has strategically put in place many, many months ago and now we are going to see it come to fruition with a huge victory in Novemeber.

If,,, and I mean with a stretch as I am not sure all the facts are true here in the piece- than HRC campaign harbors more retaliation than she will let on…. IF SO..- She is than making hidden agenda plans for her future and her future only… not necessarially for the good of America..

Hopefully this is an incorrect news release and there is actually more positive endings to the story..

Yes…WE…Can…

Save the party   June 16th, 2008 10:49 pm ET

Hillary shoud not accept vp position, the man will loose in November why to prop a falling tree. It is not in her interest to go for number 2 position. She can stand tall on her own. I think O wants to drown her alongwith in November.
Stand away Hillary, the wise lady.

PUMA_PartyUnityMyA.S.S.   June 16th, 2008 10:49 pm ET

he cud even have the Pope in his campaign 4 all i care! But NEVER…NEVER…NEVER will he have our votes! Not in western PA and not on my watch!!!

PUMA

Hillary 2012 :-)

dumb   June 16th, 2008 10:49 pm ET

let him make his decision and stop inferring things

Toot   June 16th, 2008 10:46 pm ET

Hillary don't worry about this. This is just another way to show how ill advised he (Obama) really is and wait he will slip up.
Hillary for President!!

obama=underhanded liar   June 16th, 2008 10:46 pm ET

The b@$tard will tax us to death and while he's busy spending all our money, we'll be bombed again. I don't think people realize how dangerous this man is. This man is insane.

Thanks BRIAN Knoxville ,TN   June 16th, 2008 10:45 pm ET

Brian Knoxville, TN ……………………………
NObama never. False prophet, or failed leader who needed to be
carried across the finish line by the political malpratice of the failed leaders of the undemocratic Democratic Party, or both? it's hard to tell.

JUST because of you BRIAN I am voting FOR OBAMA ……..YOU campaign against him every day …………..IF A MONSTER like you DISAGREE with HIM……….. HE must be GOOD FOR THE COUNTRY !!!!

BJ   June 16th, 2008 10:43 pm ET

One more reason for Hillary supporters NOT to vote for Obama!

Eunice   June 16th, 2008 10:43 pm ET

Another question that just came to mind is who knows whether Patti was already secretly working for Obama from set go before IOWA? It could be that she was part of the plan to mess Clinton campaign up so she will not do well.

This is a million Dollar question. If not how can anyone explain why she should be hired almost immediately if she was a failure in another campaign?

Cathy   June 16th, 2008 10:42 pm ET

I really think this was the wrong choice at the wrong time, i.e. the Obama team is trying to unite the party and bring Hillary Clinton' s supporters on board. I've been an Obama supporter for quite some time now. He's run at great campaign but I think this was a bad move, at least right now.

William A   June 16th, 2008 10:41 pm ET

What Change? The only change the brainwashed Obama supporters are going to get is the face of John instead of George. The Devastation will continue, the war will continue, the draft will be iniated, the economy will continue to get worse, Health Care will be non-existent and Republicans will continue to have no clue!

And you all deserve every bit of misery you get. Only fools can be so blind to vote for He who cannot lead, cannot win, and cannot change the fix your in! Get ready for another Republican White House. Hope you all enjoy the misery you've lunged upon the World.

Paul Lennon   June 16th, 2008 10:41 pm ET

Clinton supporters can't wait to vote against this guy.

angie   June 16th, 2008 10:40 pm ET

Please don't get upset at the Clinton Camp. We have to remember it's the MEDIA who is reporting the stories in the first place and we all know they are having it in for the Democrats since day 1.

These stories will not publish themselves so long as we stick together. YES — That's YOU too Clinton Camp. Please be happy for Patti because maybe this time around, she will make up for all the bad press she has gotten.

I'm really happy for her and wish Patti well.

M.S. Indiana   June 16th, 2008 10:37 pm ET

Looks like Obama found a place for her to be used right, sadly clinton did not…

On with the issues please…

jm   June 16th, 2008 10:37 pm ET

Who's Hillary Clinton?

think people   June 16th, 2008 10:37 pm ET

Dash,

Don't be ridiculous. HRC mismanaged her campaign, and people know that, however strongly they may have wished for her to win, she and Obama are politically virtually identical. How many times do some of you need to be reminded that the Republican administration is the one that has led us to this national and international quandary?

If Clinton is not chosen as VP, it is because she rendered that impossible with her vicious, divisive campaign. I respect what she has accomplished, if not her methods, and laud her historic achievement for women–but it is NOT ABOUT HER or him now, it is about all of us. DO what is right for the country, our children, and the world.

THINK, people. Sheesh.

EA   June 16th, 2008 10:36 pm ET

Settle down people. There's plenty of time for vetting prior to the selection of VP. Besides, all the Clinton supporters claimed all along that she was in it to win it. She didn't so let the man do his thing and if she's chosen good. If not, unite and move on. You all sound like spoiled children. Our "girl" didn't make the cheerleading squad, so we're moving!!! Come on people….grow up!!

Obama 08

Dan   June 16th, 2008 10:36 pm ET

The Clinton campain doesn't have the right to complain. It is upto Obama to pick the VP that he believes very important for the country, for his campain, etc. I will accept whatever decision he makes regarding the VP choice.

Tom   June 16th, 2008 10:35 pm ET

I'm a strong supporter of Obama but do have some questions about this move. First, it seems strange to pick the VP candidate's chief of staff when it's not even known who that candidate will be. I hope Obama knows what he's doing on this one and has good reason to think she'll benefit the campaign.

Michigan Voter !!!   June 16th, 2008 10:35 pm ET

I Support Hillary She Is The Best Canidate For President , In A Race Between Obama And Sen. John McCain , I Will Vote John McCain For President . I'm A Life Long Democrat Like My Parents , And Grand Parents . But Folks I Gotta Tell Ya , John McCain Is A Way Stronger Canidate , Than Obama !!!

This November This Democrat Will Cross Party Lines , And Vote For The Republican Ticket . Party Issues Don't matter Anymore , Al Gore Is Endorsing Obama In Detoit Tonight , Obama Can Have All The Endorsements From Democratic Elete , Means Nothing To Me ,The Deal Is I Don't Endorse Him !!!

America Needs A Strong President !!!!

This Democrat From Michigan , Will Support , And Vote For
John McCain President , 2008

embark   June 16th, 2008 10:35 pm ET

Yes write Hillary's name on the ballot and insure that the candidate with the policies farthest away from hers gets elected.

Hillary & Bill   June 16th, 2008 10:35 pm ET

Wake up

It is not a good Fit for the any reason

Hillary is not bitter.

Hillary people need to move on.

Bill got 90% A/A vote and 37% White vote and won twice

Obama has those numbers right now.

McSame will loose like a war hero

Obama 08

Rick   June 16th, 2008 10:35 pm ET

All the Obama fanatics should attend the Trinity Church of Christ of Chicago and bring their daughters.

Stay there for twenty years listening to crazy, racist remarks. Watch the bulletins that support an Anti Semitic Nation of Islam leader, louis Farrakhan have 20,000 Muslim worshipers support their candidate.

Farrakhan is frightening. Google him. You tube him.

Now vote for him.

Clinton supporters and smart Americans are waking up to the "empty suit" of Obama. Not only is he empty but he's scary.

Pat   June 16th, 2008 10:34 pm ET

The hillary lovers are nothing more than children.

And if they love her so much then they should all just marry her.

They all just need to go away.

Rosa   June 16th, 2008 10:34 pm ET

Just one more reason to top the millions of reasons people know that his decisions are so "noodle" in comparison to Hillary and McCains'. This man is another George Bush ready to happen with all his ignorance. I mean get real, you got a nominee here who's more concerned about putting a basketball court in the White House than the thousands that are losing their homes in all the flooding in this country. I've said it before and I'll say it again. I have never seen a person more arrogant than Obama. The man has got more ego than brains! I will vote for McCain for sure and I was a Hillary supporter and proud of it!

darren   June 16th, 2008 10:33 pm ET

beggers can't be choosers. Please Hillary supporters, realize your candidate lost…have u seen the light yet?

Eunice   June 16th, 2008 10:33 pm ET

And this man (Obama) calls himself a uniter? This is so petty and belittles him even more in the eyes of Hillary's 18 million supporters. He keeps making the wrong judgements all the time and he thinks American people can be fooled so easily with rhetorics. Surely Obama has charisma but very empty on the inside as far as judgement and reasoning is concerned. I feel sorry for America if this man becomes President. This appointment shows how bitter and childish and imature and inexperienced Obama is. I can't believe he got the nomination and instead of throwing all the bitter exchanges aside and show Hillary some respect, he has chosen to do this to get back at Hillary. If care is not taken, Hillary could run as independent and she will win. Remember she only suspended her campaign and meaning she could come back anytime. Obama had better be careful. I don't know who is advising him but they will surely mess him up and I hope they do.
Now he just ticked off Hillary's supporters whom he is supposed to be working very hard to win. Remember "Once a soldier, Always a soldier". Once a Hillary supporter, Always a Hillary Supporter and at the same time, Once an Obama supporter, always an Obama supporter. Obama supporters are extremely loyal to Obama and at the same token he should not forget that Hillary's supporters are extremely loyal to Hillary. Hillary's supporters can not stand Obama just as Obama's supporters can not stand Hillary. So Mr. Obama, continue to listen to all those inexperienced staff of yours and keep on ticking off Hillary's supporters. This is good music to Hillary's supporters ears. It just goes on to confirm why they don't want you to be President and why they chose Hillary over you. If you don't have a sports man's heart then you should not go into politics. If you have to hold unto bitterness against your opponents then there is not going to be any difference between you and other dictator leaders of the world that became power drunk and eliminated all their enemies once they grabbed hold of power. Saddam Hussein and Idi Amin are prime example. This is America and it is a different world. I have watched every President in America no matter how great, insulted and riddiculed by the media and the public and called all kinds of names but they just keep doing what they are doing and don't pay any attention to the insults and bear no grudge even though they hurt. President Bush handles his attackers very well. He turns around and make a joke out of his critics and everybody will be laughing their heads off. He even makes a joke of his own mistakes sometimes and that is called a sports man's spirit.

So all am saying is that people are watching and keeping records. They will get back at you come November and I wonder what you will do at that time. You may never come out to give a concession speech.

ab   June 16th, 2008 10:32 pm ET

why they hired her?

Delta Dave   June 16th, 2008 10:31 pm ET

Hillary, So Sad, Too Bad, Suck it Up and Move On!

DannyCali   June 16th, 2008 10:31 pm ET

I disagree with that……….Hillary very happy because she told Obama to pick Patti and soon later Hillary going to be a VP on Obama ticket. People
do not believe what's politic said…..all they say is 90% lie. Other think is
Obama can't win general election with out Hillary.

Aliou FL for Obama   June 16th, 2008 10:31 pm ET

seriously:

I am with you on this one. let her have a respite. turn the page and let's talk about electing obama.

Hill is out. her supporters should get it.

When I hear some of them say they will vote for Mc100yearswars, I tell myself I was right not to join that crowd: Imagine someone who was supporting hillary's plans for healthcare, and all other democratic views to be now saying they will vote for McSame? What is it in McBush that looks like anything Hillary stands for?

That simply shows that they weren't serious about change. They were just faking to want to vote for her in November, because they wanted Mcsame to use her high negatives against democrats in November.

kitade   June 16th, 2008 10:30 pm ET

I knew many of you will never vote for Obama just because