(CNN) - He's making a high-profile trip to Iraq later this month with Barack Obama, but Rhode Island Sen. Jack Reed says he has no desire to be the presumptive Democratic presidential candidate's running mate.
Earlier: Fueling VP speculation, Obama heading to Iraq with Hagel, Reed
Reed, a graduate of West Point has been mentioned as a possible VP candidate given his foreign policy credentials and bipartisan respect on Capitol Hill, told the Associated Press Monday being Obama's running mate is a "position which I have no interest in."
Reed, a two-term senator who is currently in a relatively easy race for re-election, also said the Obama campaign has not asked him for any official documentation pertaining to its VP search process. It has been reported that the Illinois senator's campaign has officially approached at least two candidates so far - Virginia Sen. Jim Webb and Connecticut Sen. Chris Dodd.
Election Center: Check out who's on the VP short lists
"There are people that are spending a lot of time, one, looking for candidates, and trying to promote themselves as candidates," Reed also said. "And I'm in neither category."
Reed is little-known beyond his home state, though proponents trump his working-class upbringing, heroic stint in Vietnam, and longtime tenure on the powerful Armed Services Committee as reasons why he could be a valuable asset on the Democratic presidential ticket. On the other hand the Rhode Island senator has a low-key speaking style, comes from a region that is already firmly Democratic, and likely wouldn't embrace the attack-dog role usually required of presidential running mates.
Still, Reed's name received new buzz late last week after it was reported he, along with Republican Sen. Chuck Hagel, would accompany Obama on an upcoming trip to Iraq. Hagel, an opponent of the Iraq war who has become increasingly critical of his own party, has said he would be open to serving as Obama's VP.
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They are all distancing themselves from this Joker Obama..
What is the difference between Borack Obama, and John McCain..
err, err, err. Well I can't think of one just now... What a Plug!!!!
Except for the honest answer... McCain, makes 10 of 'O' bama.....
Hmm and the field narrows down more.
Is his head Photoshopped on to the suit? It sure looks that way.
Aaagh!! I'm getting so tired of VP speculation. If you don't KNOW anything, CNN, then how is it NEWS?
Weird photo. He looks too scary to run for VP.
Yes!!!! Another one bites the dust!!!
I looked up his record; sounds vry promising to me, including how he handled the response to this question. Hope they get to know each other on the trip; looking forward to seeing how things progress.
At this rate, even Hillary will probably say NO if asked.
It looks like the Dems are pushing Obama to take Hillary on after all.
Maybe the editor for NewYorker magazine is interested in VP!
Another one marked off the list. How many now? I lost track. Does that mean they see a losing team. One person I know that would not turned it down is Richardson. If he wants my vote, it needs to be Hillary as VP. She might not want it either.
No Republicans, they're just throwing you guys off. Whether it's Hagel, Reed, Edwards, Clinton ect. Republicans are toss this election. This will be a landslide election, one where Republicans will be loosing their seats in almost all states. GEAR UP REPUBLICANS, THE DEMOCRATIC PARTY IS HERE TO STAY!!!
Right! Don't join a loser!
WOW! It does appear that many on the so called "short list" of VP's are distancing themselves from Obama. It's going to very interesting now to see who he chooses.
Everybody that supports Obama does not want to be his VP.
Shame on you CNN. The right VP will be revealed soon.
And it will not be Hillary Clinton.
he hasn't been asked .anyone would be glad to serve on honest obama's ticket.president obama will make his choice when he's ready.
Senator Jack Reed should consider running for president some day when he wants to.
jeromo-i think you're right!lmao!
Maybe the Democrats who keep backing up are trying to tell Obama something and that is "You're stuck with Hillary".
Griff, get a bloody life
It doesn’t really matter who is going to be Obama’s running mate. Sen. Obama needs to make it to the convention floor first.
I have bad feeling about this stadium thing in Denver. This field day is definitely planed for Obama by the Obama campaign and cannot be trusted. This must be their plan, so let them fill up the place and have their field day. The American people have spoken already, and the delegates should still have the final say in Denver and then the voters will have their final say in November.
The Democratic Party and the Obama campaign has taught us this year one thing. We found out some of us are more Republican than Democrat.
Barack Obama will make his decision and all others will say they are not interested so maybe the media will leave them alone. Makes sense for the next Commander in Chief to keep his top decision-making in wraps...
Nobody gets to know and the rest is media SPECULATION...
Yes...>WE<...Can... Obama 2008, 2012
Can't say people are lining up knee deep to sign on with McBush now can we??? They both should name somebody so the fighting can really begin:)
All you Hillary supporters who are throwing your vote to McSame are traitors. BITTER traitors. At least Obama doesn't have the baggage that HillBillary have, and I for one can't wait until Obama is President, so you can all bite it!!
OBAMA 08/12
Another person from the VP list trying to avoid the November train wreck!
I'm justing laughing my nuts off right now. I was down on the David Plouffe "we need money now" ticker and I see comments like Capt Smash "I sent $500.00 today" or TJ " I'm sending $100.00 a week until election time" or " I sent $1000.00 today" (can't remember name). Hey geniuses there is a $250.00 cap for individuals donating to a single campaign which means either you're all breaking the law (I doubt it) or you're the biggest bunch of liars ever (more likely).
it does look Photoshopped!!!!
jeromo July 14th, 2008 4:56 pm ET
Is his head Photoshopped on to the suit? It sure looks that way.
>>> I agree. It looks photoshopped.
His head is definitely Photoshopped onto that suit. I know for a fact he only wears floral-patterned dresses.
Hagel says he'd be interested-why look any further!
Obama/Hagel 08 = Dream Ticket
Smart man... He knows a losing proposition whenhe sees one.
Maybe Jesse Jackson is available. or how about Nancy Pelosi, These two would really get all the votes of the left wing democrats.
Obama/ Hagel '08
It doesn't matter who the VP is...on either side. Fact is, Obama is leading George W McCain in every poll that counts...and his lead will only get larger. Why? Because Americans have suffered enough under the relentless corruption, incompetence, hypocrisy and failure of the Republican Party. George W McCain could pick Abe Lincoln himself to be his running mate...and the vast majority Americans still wouldn't vote for him. The GOP has worked hard...and has earned every bit of what's coming...and all the wrapping in flags and carrying of crosses in the world won't save them this time.
GOP = RIP.
Senator Clinton should be at the very top of that VP list...........I would think. No pressure you understand...I'm just a hopeful Democrat.
DEMOCRATS UNITE!!!
As all of these people are seeing finally, the rest of the country will too. Great speaches do not make a great president.... SUBSTANCE people, and for God's sake when will he grow a backbone and Debate Mcain???
BTW I am a former Obama supporter who has gotten tired of waiting for the substance after the hype.
Hey, Griff. Your response makes no sense. and learn how to spell Barack's first name.
Yeah, it photo does look chopped! lol
1. Sam Nunn; 2. Evan Byah;3Joe Biden for VP
So far he only had one that was really interested, and he doesn't want her, and who could blame him. Maybe Jessie the Ace Ventura would be interested.
All I can say...What a bunch of cry babies out there
Obama gets my vote.
Smart man!
Lol on the Photoshop; All this speculation when Hillary Clinton could easily bring Obama 18 Million voters; most likely more, and a landslide victory in the General Election. Any reasonable democratic candidate would understand that Hillary is a vital component to a winning ticket against John McCain. However, we know that the real Obama w/ ELITIST underpinnings, would choose to run by himself if he could, because his new coalition of voters are enough to win the election; so, his campaign thinks as he alienates his base by jumping off to the center – Hagel probably would best represent his positions today – gun control, abortion, FISA. What next? Will Obama abandon Universal Health care, except for illegal immigrants who can speak spanish.
Hey Griff, Maybe if your calculating by age. . . . .
Hagel would make a great VP. Seeing that the extreme left has been going crazy over Obama "moving" to the center, although I have heard Obama say nothing he hasn't said before, I can't fathom they would be too excited about Hagel.
Look, I'm a 29 year old guy from Berkley, Ca, and now living in Brooklyn. I'm a solid Democrat. I also believe in common sense. Sense says you don't make FIRM promises about timetables for exiting a war before you speak to the people on the ground and are President. Sense says you have to do what it takes to prevent terrorist attacks at home. If it takes some compromising to get those things done then so be it.
All I know is that if John McCain is appointing Supreme Court Justices, continues Bush tax policies, and continues Bush foreign policy, this country is in deep trouble.
If Obama can reach across the aisle and appoint a cool headed, extremely experienced war hero as his VP, it makes sense to me.
Nobody wants to join Hussein's sinking ship LOL.....
and he thinks he doesnt need Hillary ??
Why not run a magizne cover with screaming and flesh burning women and children with Mcwar singing in his jet, dropping Napalm. He could be singing bomb, bomb, bomb, bomb Iran. This would be an outrage to the GOP right wing rethuglicans.
Obama's face is cracked and on the ground once again. That's what he gets for being so hateful and disrespectful to Hillary for not offering her the position outright in a gesture to unite the party. Mr. Uniter has a lot to learn. And for those who are disappointed in his recent flip-flops, Hillary told you so.
Obama has my support no matter who he chooses...
glad he's not interested, that scowl on his face is too much like cheney ...
Obama is changing his mind so much, they don't know what he stands for anymore.
No one is going to run to this man.
I am interested.....
NObama '08!
Obama is a danger to this country.
They all say no.......right up until they are asked.
0 for 3 Obama... Looks like nobody wants the job. Always Farakan, Ayers, Wright or maybe Jackson... Good hunting!
It shows nobody wants to joint Barack's bandwagon. He has no credentials so how can he manage presidency of our great nation. Barack himself has to withdraw from thos nomination. He is a disaster for our country. CNN, you dare delete this message.
20 neah....2yea.... senator o bama how do you vote.." for the 139th time in the united states senate...I VOTE PRESENT///// true leadership you can count on
We can speculate all day long, but until the announcement is made the whole speculation thing is senseless. There is no telling who is and who is not on the list for sure.
CNN must be very careful in the way it reports these stories, as evidenced by the first comment posted here.
Did Jack Reed say that he has no interest in being Vice President, or did he say he has no interest in being Barack Obama's running mate? The difference is an important one.
The fact that CNN is quoting partial sentences leaves the whole question in doubt and leaves Alexander Mooney to spin as he wishes. Ambiguity may feed more comments on the Ticker, but it doesn't do much to give people an understanding of what's really going on.
well it just narrows.
The only potential VP that I can see is Al Gore. He has the experience and will win over the Clinton base without actually having her on the ticket.
He keeps the Obama 'change' slogan considering his desire to stop global warming while retaining the much needed executive experience that Obama lacks. Gore will not overshadow Obama which is vital in the run up to november.
Who can blame these senators for refusing to run with Obama? I would refuse to run with a man who flip flops so many issues, too.
Former Democrat turned Independent.
All the speculation and trying to make it look like no one wants the job, which we all know secretly they all do!! CNN stop trying to make it look like the Obama camp has asked these people and they are turning it down.
Everybody keeps saying that this is negative for the Dems, but the fact is, the job hadn't even been offered to these people, they are just saying that they're not interested. If anything, it's a good thing for the Dems. Now they don't have to spend time and money interviewing people who don't want the position.
Also, Griff? Spell his name right if you're going to say something bad about him.
"The term "Oreo" is often viewed as a derogatory term toward some African-Americans who appear not to exhibit certain stereotypes of their race."
I saw how you took down every single one of my comments, but its OK Alexander Mooney. How about you go ahead and explain what the black stereotypes are since you know so much about black people. You are in the tank and everyone knows it. You only post blogs that are beneficial to Obama. Tell us the stereotypes you racist!!
Another person that Obama did not ask!!!!!
Griff!Find a High Bridge- – - -JUMP! moron
Every politician seen with Obama is seen as VP choice. What's wrong with the media? Forever focusing on the trival and not on the subject at hand. The focus should be on the trip and it's meaningful content, not this endless baffoonery. How mentally old are these 'so called' reporters and, where did the learn their craft, in the school yard?
KE,
Your posting at first seems to say you are concerned for Sen. Obama's life. However,
1. Every presidential candidate has nutjobs looking for just that.
2, Then you show that you are not for Obama.
So, as for your "bad feeling about this stadium thing in Denver", there will be many people watching out for his life.
Thanks for your concern, considering you are "more Republican than Democrat".
from an Obama Supporter
Nobody wants the job? Then never fear, Hagel will take the job. Must be soem truth to all the rumors about Obama if so many folks are trying to eliminate themselves from running with him. Maybe he'll just choose his wife; she seems to know what she wants – everything she can get!
Your comment is awaiting moderation.
wow no one cares about Reed…and I cannot believe CNN keeps makiing all of these stories slamming Obama. C'mon enough already CNN! We're sick of your McCain-loving!!!!!!
Why is my comment awaiting moderation CNN? What, you dont want anyone to speak the truth?
It is standard practice for every V.P. contender to say that they aren't interested in the job. The only idiot who vocally raises his hand like little kids who know the answer to a question shouting, "ooo, ooo, ooo" is Romney.
Amazing CNN. How is this news.....Hey CNN, I don't want to be VP....why don't you run the "story".....Is there a real newsource out there???
How many on the vp list have already turned it down. Perhaps you can narrow it down closer by removing those who have said they are not interested.
Hillary will not take that spot either and for very good reason. She can accomplish more as a Senator and she can run for President again in four years. What a brilliant woman.
Richardson would be honored to have the position.
Did anyone (other than the press) ask him if he wanted to be VP?? I guess its easy to say "I have no interest in the job" when no one has asked you...
I tried to purchase the New Yorker Magazine of Obama.
Guy at Barnes & Noble says all New Yorkers sold out LOL
really looks like the liberal wishes for them to go out of business, well are incorrect as usual.
I guess no one wants to provide Obama's adult supervision.
all politicians say they wont accept a veepee post until they are asked; CNN dont make a big deal out of this........there is no news here!!!!!!!!!!
Only the knuckleheads Hillary supporters and the right-wing bigots will go about calling Obama name on hearing of this bogus news.....
Senator Reed is so thrilled to join Obama on his trip to Iraq...a man that is willing to risk his life for such a trip will accept a veepee offer in a heartbeat!
CNN, your political ticker have ALWAYS been slanted as a negative for Obama........we know you guys are in the tank for McShame; but I am sorry...........only a fool will vote a republican this fall. dont think that your avoidance of all of McSame negatives will make americans vote for him..........NOT THIS TIME!
OBAMA '08 – PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
No we can,t..hide and watch us OBAMA people go for MCcane if Hillary is not ask to be OBAMA v.p...say what you may , we have been hurt because HILLARY has been hurt..I can,t understand why OBAMA keep saying what he does about BILL CLINTON...He sure don,t want anyone to say anything about him are his wife...No we can,t if HILLARY is not ask to be his v.p.
No wonder why Jesse Jackson wants to "cut Obama's balls off", He is a white man with a black appearence that talks down to Black People. I'd say the term "Oreo" about sums it up . Wait, what was all the fuss about again?
What a surprise. Newsweek has Obama in a tie with McCaine. As bad as the situation is in our country & as lame as McCaine is this is scary. I bet Hillary would be ahead by 20 points or more. Thanks again DNC. Obama is a joke!!!!
With all the ridiculous scrutiny of the press and the vemonous attacks by opponents why would anyone want to run as VP. Also, just because the press speculates doesn't mean he was being considered!!
Amazing what great lengths people are going to, to find just about ANYBODY but the most obvious, best choice: Hillary Clinton. All this gamesmanship and guessing is probably just to kill time till the convention in August, to keep everybody interested and busy.
If Obama doesn't pick Hillary he's going to be sorry, especially if it's really true that McCain is so close to Obama as it's being reported.
"We found out some of us are more Republican than Democrat."
No, you just found out that your racism is stronger than your grasp of the issues and your concern for America.
Not another one opting out – how many does this make now? What do these people know that we don't?
Why are all these people distancing themselves from Obama? This is sinister.
Oh brother! Of course all the potential VP's are saying "not interested" or "no" to the media. They can't very well tell us what's going on, the process is serious and silence is golden.
To all the McCain supporters, let me remind you of the last 8 years of failures by Bush & the Republicans, which by the way, were running even Congress until 06. So tell me, how are we going to:
PAY OFF $10 TRILLION IN NATIONAL DEBT, AND GIVE EVERYONE MORE TAX BREAKS?
DO YOU KNOW THAT MOST OF THE $10 TRILLION IN DEBT IS OWED TO CHINA.... SAUDI ARABIA... AND DUBAI?
ARE YOU WILLING TO CONTINUE TO PAY $1.38 BILLION A DAY FOR THE WAR IN IRAQ....... WHEN THE AVERAGE AMERICAN HAS TO DECLARE BANKRUPTCY DUE TO MEDICAL BILLS?
These are just a few problems that the next president will have to deal with. And hey, remember McCain's favorite tune:
"BOMB...... BOMB.......BOMB IRAN!"
Maybe everyone just needs to take a real deep breath.
The lists are specualtion anyway. Maybe these people on the "list" have no interest and are tired of hounding from the press. I am sure, when the time comes, Obama will make a good choice.
So, who is McCain going to choose? Romney? Huckabee? Guiliani?
That's what you guys should be worrying about.
Jeez! Another one?
Why are so many telling Obama to not even ask them to be on the ticket?
I thought he was the golden boy of the Democratic party. I thought he would unite the party behind him. I thought high caliber democrats would be lining up to get on the ticket. I though he said "Yes we can".
Seems more like "no you can't" ask me to run with you.
I think this is BO's strategy – to keep everyone guessing making the Republicans wonder. Who cares – no respectable person would vote for this charlatan. Hillary, as one of your supporters, I won't vote the ticket even if you are on it. Never, ever Obama.
These "no's" from these guys open the door for Hillary to be VP. It's all a game, let's get the VP named and be done with it.
BOB GRAHAM
No one seems to want to work with this guy!
don't care I think he knows he isn't ready. What happened to the news? It is all speculation. Why are rumers being reported.
Hah-hah-hah! Apparently the "change we can believe in" Liberation Front has a credibility problem – Glibamistas, don't worry! You still have Bill Richardson, epitome of character and integrity for VP.
No one says yes until they're asked. For now, everyone will say no.
maybe obama doesnt want him!!!!!!!!!
KE the American voters have spoken, Denfver is just a formaility the liar hillary will not be anything other than a foot note in history and a two term NY senator get over it!
As for the VP pick I find it amazing that everytime someone makes an appearance with the future president everyone starts talking about VP pick, Obama will make the right decision (NOT the liar hillary) when his advisors have vetted the people who he feels would make a good VP and they give him a short list to choose from. He will not be pushed into it by the moronic clintonistas still crying in their twisted panties nor the PUMAs who are nothing but closet republicans but like to call themselves democrats so they do not have to live up to the responsibilites they have for helping the current resident stay in office affter his illegal (and failed first term) Obama will look at the choices and make the decision, and like most of his decisions, it will be the right one!
Me I support an Obama/Sebelius ticket (although Webb or a moderate republican would really be a good choice also) but am voting for the next president
Senator Reed is a pretty cool fellow. Factual check: According to his biography, Senator Reed graduated from USMA in '71 and then went to get his MPP at Harvard. When did he serve in Vietnam?
Who gives a crap!
Another smart man who used his political acumen to see the sinking ship.
OBAMA HAS ALLREADY MADE UP HIS MIND A HE WILL TELL US IN HIS OWN GOOD TIME ..... JOHN MCCAIN IS A IDIOT AND NEEDS A MINT !! GOD HIS BREATH YOU DON'T WANT TO STAND NEAR THE MAN (YES OBAMA CAN)
Paging Hillary Clinton,...Paging Hillary Clinton...
It is my opinion that the ironic content of the New Yorker cover will be evident to most Americans. The cover will play on the fears of a lot of Americans, and I believe that was the true intent of publishing it. I say shame on the editor for publishing and now trying to defend it. What happened to the notion of competing fairly? I know–it doesn't exit! Shame on the New Yorker and on the decision makers who let that cover go to print.
Democrats Unite!!!! Make Hillary our nominee in Denver!!!!
I don't think we should really pay attention to these small guys. Important candidates are still there to become VP. so quit picking on Obama.
If the Dems had chosen the right candidate in the first place maybe we wouldn't have this problem with choosing a "qualified" VP? Doesn't matter to me, I will vote John McCain.
Hillary (still not too late) Clinton or John (the next best choice) McCain '08
Er, Er, Er. More Crap..... CNN.... Borack Obama......Ridiculous...
Ther is no Concern for John McCain.. Ther is a Great Concern for the USA, under the control of the idiot Obama.....
Barack will tell us when he is ready. Stop guessing CNN, I am sure you will be the second to know.
I just don't want Hillary forced on him.
Funny – no one knows who is on the short list, but when Blitzer or some other nut asks any person if they would be VP, you idiots think that removes them from the short list.
1. Grow a brain.
2. Use it to think.
3. Repeat steps 1 and 2 until it gets easy.
It tells me more about Barack Obama that he is not interested in stopping the VP game and simply going to Hillary first. After all he did not receive that many more popular votes that she did. Don't insult all the people that voted for Clinton by going to someone that the majority of the country has not heard of and offer that individual the VP slot. After all, Clinton might just turn Obama down. Obama will get the brownie points for asking and Clinton will be ready to run in 2012 and say, see, I told you so.
I'm shocked that people don't want to team up with Obama. He does have that ugly habit of throwing people under the bus. Perhaps it's coming back to bite him in his flip flopping backside!
Who cares, we all know that this primary was all such a disappointed to many of us life long Democrats.
If Obama really wants to win the White House he knows he can not win without Senator Clinton, everyone knows that.
I am a Delegate from California and I will do anything in my power to see Hillary gets the nomination and make Obama her VP.
Clinton/Obama 2008, 2012
Just because he said he doesn't want the job doesn't mean anything other than maybe he's just happy doing the job he has. And no one really knows if he was REALLY on the short list or if it's all speculation. Who would want to go through the scrutiny of running for president or vice president when you see what Obama, McCain and Hillary have all endured?
You have to be more than a little nuts.
It's funny to see all of these people rejecting the idea of being VP. I mean who wouldn't want to be on the ticket with Hussein? Isn't he the answer to America's problems? Hmmmmmmmm. Or do they not want to commit political suicide?
We want Hillary.
CNN stop deleting my comments!!!! Democrats Unite!!!!! We want Hillary!!!!!
Rats running from a sinking ship. Using the word 'rats' isn't racist is it? I'd hate to offend hypersensitive liberals or minorities out there...
President Obama did not ask you anyway
BARACK THE VOTE
Maybe I can start a rumor about Obama too!!! Um... uh... I heard that Obama practices a mix of voodoo and muslim called Vooslim. He already built a model of the California forests and lit it on fire! That was his fault!!
If you elect him, he's going to "Pied Piper" all of the white children to his underground cave, call them all "cracker bitterlings" and then teach them a new religion called "Contact Buddhism".
I am hoping that Edwards runs as him VP. Since Edwards couldn't even deliver his home state for Kerry, he can't offer much. Oh, but he is so pretty, just like Obama
That's disappointing. He is one of the best possible choices for the job.
Thanks again DNC.Obama is a joke!!! How does it feel you left wing nuts to be thrown under the bus. We are trying to make room.
Can we have just a little less of Obama and maybe include some positive articles on McCain. Obama has not won the general election but the news media, esp. CNN, seems to think he has. I'm a democrat but I am really tired of all this garbage about Obama. Next you'll be letting us know every time he showers or goes to the bathroom.
Hillary hasn't done Jack to help the Democrats win, why in the world would they reward her? Save Lieberman, she's the biggest albatross in DC right now.
Hillary for President!!!
No one who wants a political future wants to run with him.
He'll have to dig out some old guy who is retired and doesn't give a hoot. lol
I don't blame any of them for saying NO thanks. To me they are all crazy for wanting to be President or Vice President in these times. The economy, the gas prices, banks closing, the war and maybe into Iran, global warming, the boarders illegal immigraton, I can't remember at any time in my life and I am 52 that there was so much going on all at once, NO ONE CAN FIX THESE MESSES, NO ONE NOT EVEN OBAMA. Who ever gets into office they are NOT going to do what they promise because they won't be able to they can't fix this at least not everything, they have all promised they would but they haven't. Look how many years EVERY PRESIDENT has said we need to get away from our oil dependency and none of them has done anything and look where we are today. We are in such a mess the american public is going to say whomever gets in that they are doing a terrible job, just watch it will happen people will turn on the president, there is WAY TOO MUCH on anyone's plate especially the president of the US to fix all of this, so whomever says they can they are alluding us and themselves.
Stop deleting my comments CNN!!!!! Why can't anyone say anything negative about Obama without getting deleted? I thought this was fair journalism. We should have nominated Hillary!!!!!
So, we have had 3 things happen today:
1. Obama's camp has to slam the New Yorker (not Obama himself).
2. Obama has to "clarify his comments" regarding Palestine.
3. Another VP makes it known that they do not want to be Obama's VP.
Not to mention they are now desperately pleading for cash. Isn't it obvious that Dean has let you all down? $4 million in the DNC? Dems have made a serious serious mistake this election.
Obama on Fareed Zakaria interview this Sunday implied that we will be in Iraq for a long time. When Fareed questioned him Obama mentioned that we would need troops to train the Iraqi military, troops so that al qaeda does not regroup, troops for daily security. He didn't want to put a number when Fareed said that would be a significant number of troops.
So fellows who followed Obama like a Pied Piper, he just a sleazy politician so says something to win the Primary and in reality he is someone else. We just need to put 2 and 2 together before we vote fo him!
Obama is finished if he does not select Hillary Clinton, who by the way, fought her way to almost being the nominee and showed the American public that her heart is and has always been there for all of us. Doesn't surprise me that he is going around dancing and playing the role of selector, meanwhile McCain is taking him down with poll after poll. He has fiddled around too much and wasted too much time and given most of Hillary's supporters time to switch. What is he thinking? He should have made that move the day after she conceded and he'd have it won by now.
Evan Bayh, Ed Rendell, Sam Nunn
HAHAHAHA nobody wants to go down with this fool. Who the heck would be dumb enough to throw their career away with this USED CAR SALESMAN ON STEROIDS !!! HAHAHAHAHA !!!!
GM – PAGE YOURSELF AND BE QUIET, HILLARY WILL NOT BE HIS VP, SHE HAS ALREADY THREATENED TO KILL HIM. OBAMA HAS TIME TO DECIDE ON VP. ALL OF YOU BLOGGERS HATING ON OBAMA, YOU STINK LIKE PIG MESS.
To MDB:
You are wrong about the cap to donate to a campaign. The limit is $2300 for the Primary and $2300 for the General.
Ha.... no one wants to be second ... especially a white man knowing that a black man is better that he!....enough said.............
Sorry John McCain but you belong in a nursing home...not the White House...... then you can see how your first wife felt when you abandoned her.......
they say what goes around comes around.....
Choosing a VP is as easy as ABC:
Anyone But Clinton
Maybe one of the Muslims over in the Middle East will agree to run with him when Obama goes over there in the near future. They'll think he's one of them with the name of Barack Hussein Obama. Then again when they find out he's not, they'll turn him down as well. Oh Barack, Barack; maybe Michelle will run with you. Not!! She's smarter than to back a loser.
Reed's alright. He's a smart and serious guy, and a good senator. A credit to the word "politician".
His Rhode Island office is down the street from the supermarket in which I shop. One day, there he was - basket in hand, shopping like the rest of us.
My mother ran up to him, told him how much she admired his work. He was the nicest, most down-to-earth guy.
So now when I turn on C-SPAN and see him putting the screws to some guy, I remember how absolutely normal he was.
Kinda sorry he doesn't want the job, but good for us Rhode Islanders, I guess.
Hey Obama!
Try FL Sen. Bill Nelson, there is not a better politician out there fo Veep. Yes folks, there is actually a politician that cares about their constituents.
Obama will be just fine (without HRC) and I'm sure her eyes are on the bigger prize anyway. Even if he doesn't win he will always be better off than you hateful, spiteful small people.
Smart man.
Barack Obama said, when the decision of VP was made he would say who it was. it was not to be speculated. Yet the media keeps speculating then creating stories around that speculation as if it was a true point from the start. Stop creating news CNN.
MDB wrote "Hey geniuses there is a $250.00 cap for individuals donating to a single campaign which means either you're all breaking the law"
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Dear Sir/Madam, please get the facts right before you start insulting people. The maximum amount anyone can donate in the primary season is $2,900. One can donate up to the same amount in the GE as well.
Please post some of Obama's racist remarks from his books.
Please don't be biased CNN, why can't you post them?
What ever happened to the way VP's were chosen back in the time of FDR and others? A VP was nominated at the convention. That certainly seems the most "Democratic" process to stimulate "Party Unitity". Look to history in the nomination of Truman as an example of the party working together to form a concensus.
Obama has said more damaging racist remarks than Imus..........................why not an uproar about Obama's statements?
Why should the VP candidate be an expert in military and foreign affairs? The election is likely focused on the economy. If you notice, Obama also lacks experiences in economy. Can you name his ahievements in economy, either private or public (law making)? By the way, Obama's interest is not in economy either. He is NOT on any committes related to economic issues. It makes more sense to have someone with more economic experiences.
Obama just needs to nominate someone who is qualified to be the President and who can work together with him and who might help him to win the Presidency.
No one wants to be on the Titantic now that they know what lays ahead..
LOL no one wants to be Obama's VP but Hillary Clinton. And no one wants her to be VP. Go figure.
So let me get this straight: the guy has not been ASKED to be VP, but the headline is ANOTHER SENATOR SAYS NO, as if Obama's asking and being turned down right and left?
Give me a freakin break. Is CNN now a FAUX NEWS affiliate?
Yet another egotistical politician making a public statement to refuse a Vice-Presidency that has never even been offered to him by Obama. Give me a break.
Guys,
Everybody knows that all candidates say they are not interested in the VP job when they are asked about it. Funny how they all end up saying yes when the question finally comes for real. Its the ones who say they actually want the VP job that never get it. Remember Huckabee? All this nonsence of how nobody wants to be Obama's running mate is just very wishful thinking by some very small minded people who are Obama haters. McCain has also had his share of rejection. Rice and Jindal come to mind. Bet you that if the question came for real, they would say yes.
OBAMA HATERS = REPUBLICANS AFRAID OF CHANGE
PUMAS = FAKE DEMOCRATS WHO HATE OBAMA , AFRAID OF CHANGE AND ARE PROBABLY RACISTS
IF NOT HILLARY THEN MCCAIN = FAKE DEMOCRATS WHO HATE OBAMA, HATE CHANGE AND ARE PROBABLY RACISTS
OBAMA 2008/2012
Obamas supporters live and think in a different world than the majority of U.S citizens, that's a known fact that we all know by now. They have made it possible for yet another Democratic Presidential defeat come November. What a waste.......
The only way I will vote for Obama is if Hillary is on the ticket and if McCann picks Mitt Romney I would switch if the Dream Team doesn't become reality. Audrey
HILLARY CLINTON FOR VP,.... OR SAY GOODBYE TO 18 MILLION VOTES ,...AND THE CAMPAIGN CONTRIBUTIONS FROM THEM.
NO OTER CANDIDATE CAN FILL THE VP SPOT AND BE ABLE TO DO BETTER AT FUND RAISING THAN HILLARY.
........it is apparent that the Clinton's are behind this effort to force Obama to choose Hillary. Why is it that everyone is refusing to be his running mate? If he picks her, I will not vote for this ticket. It is disgusting to think that they are forcing his hand to pick her. I am sick of hearing about the Clintons as if they are the "King & Queen" of the democrats. From where I sit, the democrats lack the testicular fortitude to stand up for what they believe.
There are reasons why quite a few people state they are not interested in the VP position, especially those from conservative regions. The expectation is so high. Most Democrats (over 70% I guess) believe they will win this year. If they do not win, the VP candidate will definetely have no future for the the national position because he/she will be blamed for the loss. If you are from a conservative area (state), it may also affect your future in the local politics.
The best thing for being a VP is the possibility to become the party leader after 8 years. Of course, you can become the President if the President dies. But Obama is only 46 so it is a highly unlikely case.
Hmm...So many people are "not interested" in VP spot with Obama? They need to up the kool-aid dosage.
Most of these folks who are saying NO are not even on the short list for VP. Is there anyone out there, besides the committee members, that really knows who and who are on that list as VP for Obama? The answer is - NO ONE. It is all about making the NEWS for CNN- period! Just listen to the Sunday news and you'll see the number of senators who are asked the same old question: are you interested? So, people, give it up!
CNN, wouldn't it be interesting to see how many people say "NO"!!!!! to McBush? I see another easy week for John due to lack of reporting from the Major News Networks.
Good, he looks weak.
Obama
some please tell me why barack changed his name ?
MDB,
Hey Genius!
The max is $2500.00 not $250.00. Who's the genius again????????????
Factual correction – Senator Jack Reed never served in Vietnam; he graduated from West Point in 1971 and then went to Harvard for his MPP, so the "proponents" touting his Vietnam combat experience is incorrect. Nonetheless, he's a pretty good dude, and I think would be a fine president (one day).
Of course he does not want it! Who would?! Obama is a disaster, they all know this. He is another George McGovern, heading for defeat (God, the democrats are SO good at that). Does anybody remember McGovern's running mate? LOL, did not think so. Obama is the Titanic and the rats are jumping ship.
As a HIllary supporter I had hoped she would be offerred and accept the job. But the way Obama keeps flip flopping on many issues especially recently the immunity for telecom companies and the Iraq war, maybe all these folks are thinking twice !
I hope it is Hillary and I hope Obama does the right thing by Hillary and her supporters and also keeps his word , which would be a new concept for a politician if elected.
This country is in bad shape and we are not whiners ( news to Phil Gramm and John McCain)!
Seems there is some trouble in paradise. Those with experience don't want to follow the Messiah. Maybe they know he's not really the Messiah. Just a thought...
DEBATE!!!
@GM.... LOL! Yeah, I think the field is whittling itself down to a short list of Hillary and Edwards all by itself...
Well, I'll give Reed a fist bump for that one...
I’ve been suspicious from the beginning about the existence of ”PUMAs": Female Clinton supporters who are so bitter about her loss that they will throw equal pay, reproductive rights, the environment, and a chance at peace under the bus to get their revenge by voting for McCain. I’m skeptical even though they show up in comment threads all over the internet, claiming they’re real. I’m skeptical even though they wrote Rebecca Traister letters claiming that they exist. I’ve been suspicious from the beginning about the existence of ”PUMAs": Female Clinton supporters who are so bitter about her loss that they will throw equal pay, reproductive rights, the environment, and a chance at peace under the bus to get their revenge by voting for McCain. I’m skeptical even though they show up in comment threads all over the internet, claiming they’re real. I’m skeptical even though they wrote Rebecca Traister letters claiming that they exist.
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So apparently someone who was never approached to be VP and who never had much of a shot at being the VP has taken his name out of running to be the VP. This is about as news worthy as me taking my name out of consideration to be Pope.
Everybody's gone. He'll have to settle for Dan Quayle!
well at least Carol Mccain can get a better respect working for Obamas campaign.
The party made a huge mistake in promoting this guy to head up their ticket. I cannot support this ticket with him as the nominee. And, I couldn't care less who would be his VP. I plan to support John because he has the experience, records of accomplishments, and trust of the American people. John offers hope for peace, prosperity, and security for this Nation. As a democrat, I have no other option.
I'm officially off his list too... just for the record....
This is not a VP face. looks scary.
If Obama Hussein does not take Hillary as his VP ... I will Vote for McSame and so will every other Democrat.
O'bama is a Racist Flip Flopper .... he is sinking and no help from the DMC is going to change that unless he accepts Hillary as the VP.
Rhode Island Senators ???they have been irrelevant since the 1800's..
Aren't all these senators getting ahead of themselves? How rude of them to "say no" to the job when they have yet to be asked.
Did someone say Hagel ? He is being blamed for the collapse of a bank. And some of you Want him to run with Obama ? You all do want to lose, don't you ?
Hmmm. Another Ofay who don't wnat to hang with America's first Homey. I smell something....
I'm not a fan of Obama but will be voting for him.
his a joker like mcshame!!!!!!!!!!!!
I'm sure if Obama was a black medical doctor (cardiologist) and these so called idiots that hate him cause he is black need a heart transplant...I'm sure they won't say NOBAMA.
AS IT TURNS OUT, EVEN BUSH IS DOING EXACTLY
WHAT OBAMA HAS & IS RECOMMENDING BE DONE WITH
TROOPS IN IRAQ & AFGHANISTAN. WHAT DOES THAT SAY
ABOUT THE JUDGMENT OF BUSH & MCSAME?
OBAMA'S VISION IS BETTER & SHREWDER THAT ALL THE FOLKS
PLAYING WAR. ALSO MCSAME IS BUSY DEALING WITH THE
ISSUES OF CHECOSLOVAQUIA, A COUNTRY THAT HAS NOT
EXISTED FOR 15 YEARS OR SO.
Did you people even read the article? The man is running for re-election. Why would he say he's interested in VP if you needs to be re-elected? Same with others.
Nobody actively seeks out to be VP. They are asked and then they accept.
Obama 08.
Why do all the conservatives on here sound so angry? The only thing worse than losing is spending months knowing youre already a loser. Obama/Hagel '08 – money.
Obama must pick HILLARY.
VICE PRESIDENT CLINTON 2008!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Looks like a lot of Reed's fellow democrats on this blog are throwing him under the bus now. That's a crowded bus for heaven's sake!
DEBATE!
To MDB – The cap is $2300...not $250. I give $50 to Obama every time they email and ask for money. That is why he is able to raise funds so easily and quickly. 1.5 Million donors, all giving what they can.
That's indeed a terrible photo.
I have voted Democratic every presidential election since 1944 (except for 1972, when I admit that I voted for Nixon), but unless Senator Obama puts Senator Clinton on his ticket, I cannot vote for him. I am old enough to have seen plenty of presidential candidates come and go, and Obama is by far the least experienced (presumptive) major-party nominee since I have been old enough to vote. He desperately needs someone else on his ticket with experience.
I'm afraid I may have to sit this one out.
Looks like Brazille or Cafferty may get the job they've been desiring after all!
Campaign donations limit is $2800
Grow a brain
NObama/Paster Wright '08;
Hillary '12 and '16
He was not going to be asked anyway. It will be Claire, Kathleen or Russ. Hill has no chance. Pay your bills.
Anyone else from IL irritated that Obama isn't doing much as a Senator? Same with Mccain. Resign if you're gonna run for Pres for heaven's sake!
I don't want to be VP either.
Good for Reed and Hagel would be a bad choice because alot of Dems. wouldn't vote for a Republican on the ticket. This is like Kerry asking McCain.
Hillary is the best choice - she's already had the job for 8 years!
C'mon Obama, just do what's smart.
Obama/Clinton!!
How come nobody wants to work as VP under Obama? Well, no one except Hillary who is planning to take Obama for an open motorcade trip in Dallas right after the election.
"not interested" = "will take the job if asked"
NO one whats to run with this loser. The will "support" him while carefully distantly them self from him. Who wants the label of Hussein's second?
It seems no one wants the job.....except Hagel. So it might end up being Hagel by default.
Was for Hillary, now for McCain. (And no....Obama would NOT get my vote if she was his VP....that would still make him president, and I find that to be unacceptable.)
Obama up 10% in latest Iowa polls!! Up 17% in Minnesota!, 8% in Michigan!!!. 4% in Colorado!!! 5% in Missouri!!! This is looking good folks! Keep pushing forward! Never give up!!! Keep pushing and don't give up! We still have a long way to go and we all need to go to the polls come November!!!
NO one whats to run with this loser. They will "support" him while carefully distantly them self from him. Who wants the label of Hussein's second?
Watch out DNC Howard Dean, Pelosi et al, you guys made the biggest blunder in history. A lot of Democrats are trully unhappy for what you did in the primary. Polls are not saying the true votes of America as it happened in New Hampshire on top of it your idol Obama is sliding down in latest polls. McCain will have a landslide in electoral votes and we just hope we will have a strong Democratic congress. For one I'm a democrat voting for Sen. McCain. HRC 2012!
I love the Hillary supporters who are gonna vote for McCain cuz they think the media was biased. Go ahead, punish children in need of health care for media bias. Punish soldiers that need to come home for media bias. Punish women who want to keep their right to choose for media bias. Punish hardworking men, and the families who rely on them, for media bias. It's fine. It TOTALLY makes sense.
*shakes head*
OBAMA HAS NO QUALIFICATIONS TO BE PRESIDENT OF THE US. REED IS RIGHT TO AVOID BEING PART OF THE TRAIN WRECK.
Hillary 2012
I can't believe how illiterate Republicans and Hillary supporters are. Jim Webb bailed after the vetting team required some documents from him because of his past issues and Jim is a new Senator we need to maintain democrat seat in the senate. All others balking are doing it to get famous, have something to hide or are pushed by the evil Clinton machine.
Can't you guys read? The Obama vetting team has only requested information from 2 people so other people saying no are being advised to get their 15 minutes of fame you dumb folks. Hillary will never be on the list and you can take my words to the bank. It is going to be Sebelius you losers because he needs someone with executive experience. The VP and President can't both be senators!
Looks like no one wants to be his VP....! Shocker!
Obama / Paul '08
Just wondering if the sleezy clintonistas are pressuring the viable VP candidates to shy away from accepting the offer? That would leave billary as the "last man standing", and winning by default .
Why would anyone want the job? Obama is so full of himself there is no room on the podium for a number two spot. Why don't he just make Rev. Wright the VP and Farakahn his First Lady. Then we can have all of the Marxist radical cult leaders in one house.
Dear Vietnam Vet;
I think Griff jumped off a bridge a long time ago !
PUMA - Vote for McCain
Obama better not pick that crook Dodd. While Dodd is getting special deals from those criminals at Country Wide the rest of the citizens of CT are losing our homes and struggling. This state caters to the wealthy while the rest of us barely get by and eat like peasants. Dodd has done nothing to help lessen the gap/divide. He better clean up his act and start working for the people and remember who elected him if he wants to stay in the game otherwise a we are going to organize and get him out of office for good.
Senator Hillary Rodham Clinton's supporters, please get over it. Your candidate lost. And, I doubt that your candidate will get the VP nod. And so, you need to start thinking about whether to sit out the general election or vote for Senator John McCain. For after all, Senator McCain will do what is in your best interest:
- The War or Wars: Afghanistan and Iraq. And yes, also "IRAN" - the new front.
- The Economy
- Taxation
- And GASP, the judicial system, and especially, the "Supreme Court"
Well, I suppose that there is one other choice of what to do come General Election time: vote for Senator Barack Obama. But, in any case, whatever you do, Ladies and Guys, please stop being so 'BITTER'. It is not really good for your health and mental well-being.
i just wanted to say i think that sen.obama is not the same man we
have seen on t.v.,what do we really know about this man, i usually
vote democratic but, this year i am voting independent.this man is
very dangerous and we in america better wake up and really
ask our selfs this question, if the man is muslim why not be proud of
it. like i am proud of being a christian.
Griff, I'm not even going to waste my time. And what is with all these Hillary supporters voting Republican? I just can not see how someone who supports Hillary's political views could EVER vote for McCain. Maybe they were never introduced to logic. Hillary is a very intelligent woman with a strong commitment to the Democratic party and our countries future, I hope her supporters are the same.
Guess more and more folks just aren't falling for Obama's psychobabble.
Are you listening - Axlerod - Obama's "brain"? Axelrod the mole - Obama's chief strategist - who spent a decade before Obama defending Chicago Mayor Dailey against corruption charges!
Don't be confused, folks. It's NOT Obama running in this campaign - it's Axelrod with his dirty Chicago political style.
Have you noticed how Obama says really stupid things when he's speaking "off the cuff" - like the "just messing with you" comment about Black Mac the "comedian"?
It's ONLY when Obama has a teleprompter speech in front of him - crafted by Axelrod and his ghouls - that anything even remotely coherent is said (and I use the word "coherent" loosely).
When the heck are these to guys going to pick a VP anyway. Barack might have an excuse but McCain has had more than 4 months to decide.
This just in: I Dan Kushner, am rejecting any offer for Vice President, should it be offered by either the McCain camp, or the Obama camp. I would be honored to be asked, but just so everyone knows, I have no interest in the position. I'm sure they're all very busy figuring out who the best candidate would be, but just so we're clear, if that candadate is me, I wouldn't accept.
Whoever he picks will be more qualified to be President than him. I'd rather see Joe Slump The Midget as President than Obama the Empty Suit.
This will be the 12th time I have asked the Obamination. Name one thing he's done. Chirp, chirp...Hear that? It's crickets.
Not since Mayor Daley has there been such a politician. Wake up folks he could care less what happens to you or your family.
Ever one should keep quite about BILL CLiNTON–He was one of the best presdent we ever had,,and there will not be another like him ..All you dem. should take a long hard look at your self and the mess you have made for your party for o8,, A shameful disgrace to the usa,,that why you may loose the white house in o8....
J. Ryan you are danger to this country, bacause you are supporting a war monger & war criminal.
I am interested also
Merit or talent aside for a moment, sitting U.S. Senators are poor choices for V.P. if only because one ought not to create Democratic vacancies in that tightly balanced body, but especially not by removing well-known leaders of legislative initiatives in the years to come on matters such as health care policy, war policy, or domestic economic strategy.
"no interest", what about doing it "for the good, of the country"; guess, he has no interest, in doing that either.
West Point? Please don't drag it into the mud. I wouldn't want a fine military academy seen as second best.
I dont want to see REED as VP either
Claire McCaskill is the best candidate.
No one so far has mentioned her (Claire) yet, but I think she would be perfect.
Al Gore is definitely a good option, but I doubt he will be running for VP again.
OBAMA (2008 -16)
Hagel would not play second fiddle to this unqualified man either.
Nobody worth their salt wants this job. Why would they?
Sen. Obama is a dissembling shape-shifter who has reneged on all his policy pledges, and who has no idea what he is doing when he is without his teleprompter -
Not everyone relishes the idea of being his 'Dick Cheney' - then getting unceremoniously thrown under the bus at the first sign of trouble for the 'messiah".
Super Delegates, Wake Up!! Not to late to nominate Hillary!
Who???
You mean CNN still doesn't know who the VP choice will be? Shocking!
Oh wait, CNN's never had a clue. Wouldn't it just be easier, CNN, if you made a list of people you DON'T think he'll go after? It might be easier than listing every US citizen alive.
I am not surprise, one of the reason is because maybe at the Convention Obama won't get the nomination after all and everyone would realize that Hillary was the best qualified candidate and all superdelegates would change their mind.
I am a delegate to the convention and I have heard that they are trying to get Hillary from been nominated at the convention on the first day, if they do this than that tells me she can still be nominated and get this flip floper as her VP and we can all get this country back in track.
Hillary Clinton/Barack Obama 2008 & 2012
Wonder why so many people are turning obama down. Maybe because he is too egotistical and wants all the attention. Maybe that's why he is slow to address Hillary as second in command. He knows darn well she is more qualified, more knowledgeable and has more strength of character. And she would surely show him up.
I like Reed..........but in the popularity contest that has become the presidential race he would not have been a good pick.
Are you sure that head goes with that body?
Next!!!! We need a state to win, R.I is in the bag already.
Obama 08!!!!!
Watching Larry King this evening I spotted evidence of Jesse Ventura's head shaking and eye movement that tells my professional background that he is showing signs of the disease.
V.Feigel
So clearly, Strickland, Rendell, Webb and this large headed person are taking themselves out of the running so Obama won't have to "cut" them. Ohioans and Penssylvanians and West Virginians and Big Headians probably take it better if their guy pulls himself out of the game.
How is this even news worthy. How about one of GWB's croonies pratically selling time to the higest bidder to anyone in the White House or that the Iraiqs want a timeline for us out of there and George Bush and John McCain have egg on there face for saying the opposite. What is up with this hack, dumb down news cycle this makes no sense whatsoever. Tell me when someone is actually OFFERED the VP job and turns it down then it's news worthy until then keep your opnions to yourself. I know this won't get posted because I'm not paying any of you at CNN which seem to be the way to have anything on this site, look at all of these paid posters on here they don't even change there names anymore. I don't even follow CNN anymore I used to watch it religously startiing at 4pm and ending at 10 but now I rarley even think of watching it, you've lost all respect from me.
And what's up with this photo with this guy, he looks like a Southpark carture with is head photo shoped on there.
Obama's camp didn't even offer it to him. This is more non-news, just the kind of crap that the Republicans and Hillary fanatics drool over...
why do i not get my comments poasted?
Who’s asking him to be the VP? Until Obama asks the question everyone who is so arrogant enough to even consider himself/herself for the position is just plan foolish!!!! No one of any relevance has asked the question. So that means that the answers are just as irrelevant as the people answering.
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John Mc Bush admits that he doesn't know how to use a computer , he is learning how to get on-line????!!!!! Who the heck wants a President that doesn't even know how to use a computer. He is not able to work a computer how would he run an entire country. Mc Cain doesn't know that Czechlosvakia is no longer a country. This man would NEVER be my President and anyone who votes for him is as dumb as he is. Barack will wipe the floor up with him in a debate so Mc Bush supporters better hope he doesn't debate with him. Mc Bush will embarace their party.
I am not sure Senator Hagel would be Obama's VP even if asked. However, I do believe if Obamaiselected I could see Senator Hagel in a cabinet position say maybe Secretary of Defense. Senator Hagel is one of the few Republicans I respect and he is a veteran .
"Reed, a graduate of West Point has been mentioned as a possible VP candidate..."
Okay, WHERE was he mentioned as a possible VP...other than this Ticker article?
Well, one more WHITE Democrat Male [but not a racist!!] who can't see himself as being the backup to a 'BLACK' president!!
But of course, there is no racial divide!!
And where is the story about the impeachment of George Bush? Pelosi has put it back "on the table" where it belongs, but the story is no where to be found. Come on, CNN, do your job!
OBAMA AND DON KING PLEASE ONLY IN AMERICA DON KING
John Mc Bush admits that he doesn't know how to use a computer , he is learning how to get on-line????!!!!! Who the heck wants a President that doesn't even know how to use a computer. He is not able to work a computer how would he run an entire country. Mc Cain doesn't know that Czechlosvakia is no longer a country. This man would NEVER be my President and anyone who votes for him is as dumb as he is. Barack will wipe the floor up with him in a debate so Mc Bush supporters better hope he doesn't debate with him. Mc Bush will embarace their party.
Whew. What a relief. Reed is SO wimpy. Obama is wimpy enough on his own.
We need a tough, experienced leader like Hillary Clinton to be the Presidential nominee. Hillary has already won the popular vote, winning MORE votes than ANY candidate of ANY party in history! It's NOT too late, the DNC convention isn't even taking place until late August in Denver. The DNC needs to have an open convention allowing Hillary and Obama to have their names placed in nomination, speeches made, ballots open, votes taken, and all votes counted (gasp) THIS would be real democracy in action. Isn't that what it's supposed to be about? Let's demand it! Great ratings guaranteed for CNN and all media!
No wants to be part of obama terror inc.
Anybody but Hillary. TOO MUCH BAGGAGE
I'm an idiot so don't listen to me because I don't know what I'm talking about. Neither does Mc Bush, Mc Warmonger
He was never a candidate anyway. So why so much fuss. Just shows the ignorance of all of you that don't understand politics.
Whatever, Obama hasn't even approached him. That's what they all say, just like Edwards before he said he didn't want it, and now he's open to it.
If Hillary is on the ticket, I'll vote independent. Or not at all...Hillary is a untrustworthy skank!
you people make me sad for the future of this country. electing McCain would be like another bush term....... Why, yes please i'd like an endless Iraq War, higher oil prices, hatred of americans abroad and a stronger Taliban. Instead of disliking someone who is a new, different breed of president, why don't you all go get a college education? or maybe even high school?
Will the messiah have to ask JUDAS??????
be very careful pickin a VP,,,,,,even tho , times short,,, sometimes its better to check em out good and see if they are worthy of the title than to pick one so soon,,,,obama!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!08
To KE,
Why can't you shoot straight? I'd respect that if you say that you're a racist. So you wouldn't vote for Obama, no matter how bad McCain is. Don't make any stupid excuse for not voting Obama just because you're a plain racist. I admit that I'm a racist too. I hate some red necks, members of KKK and skin heads. These people I hate are mostly whites, but I still voted four white person for the president of the United States of America for which I love to be a citizen of. I pray to God, in some day, everybody could get along in harmony and peace. Just like the "I have a dream..." speech made by Dr. M. R. King, in someday, we will all get along with a lots of love. So let's just hope that day to come. Until then, you do whatever you think is right thing for you and your country. That's your choice, just like I made my choice to support Mr. Obama and I believe he can bring this country together a lot faster and better than a old John McCain. I'm supporting Mr. Obama for my kids and grand kids generation so that they don't have to face these ugly problems we are facing. God bless you all!
How can you say no when you aren't even asked? Is the media going to ask every senator and governor who speaks to Obama whether they want to be his running mate? What a joke
Calling Democrats that will vote McCain traitors is similar to the SAME arm twisting tactics like DENYING the right for people to vote. It is a hate tactic. Did you learn this from Senator Obama? Is his campaign really geared to just divide? I thought he was the great uniter! That is what you say, but your comments are NOT geared to unite! There are all kinds of folks that make up the United States, Democrats, Republicans, Green Party, Independents...over 100 different languages are spoken here, and who knows how many religions....a president is for ALL of the people supposedly...Seems like Senator Obama is for himself.
He is not vetted, but he sure is inventing a LOT of side issues, speeches, so he does NOT have to address anything.
I am sick of this entire process, and especially sick of Obama.
No moderate Democrat wants to VP for Obama since Obama is more Socialist than Democrat. Please, please bring back our moderate Democratic Party.
Why would anyone want to be on a losing ticket? Anyone who still supports Obama has to have junk for brains.
Puma Power join the movement to bring democracy back to the Democratic Party.
Who cares about these liberal, left-wing, elitists??? If Obama gets nominated we'll all have to face the agony of watching our entire beautiful nation turn into Berkeley, CA.
McCain/Jindal '08 for USEFUL CHANGE!!!!
The dems that are wanting Barack to pick Hillary, this post is for you....
Hillary is from another time and another place.... We are the future of American Politics. I have college friends who are republican, i a DeM.... We are so tired of this party bs. We are tired of those who feel they are above the law, we are tired of those ole style politics... We laugh at our elders as they bicker of the small stuff. REV. Jesse Jackson, Bill Clinton (the only white man in the black Hall of Fame here in arkansas) And hillary clinton all have lost a considerable amount of our respect. and I thought that we were all on the same team... I pray that Hillary will not be selected for VP... and if she does i fear for the safty of Mr. Obama and his family. I would still vote for him if she is choosen but i hope not. She is a fraud and will say or do anything for power!
HE DIE WE DIE
.... OBAMA 08 YOU dont want it!
Newsflash people, the choice has been made already....it will be one of two people, Kathleen Sebilius, or Hillary Clinton, the rest need not apply.
Bias
So CNN runs this but skips this:
McCain has repeatedly claimed that Obama would raise tax rates for 23 million small-business owners. It's a false and preposterously inflated figure.
I think it should be Hagel, Republican or Democrat doesn't matter, it is who has a good head on their shoulders. Both Hagel and Obama have demonstrated great judgement.
Jeromo.. it is photoshopped.. VP? It will be Biden, I think
Look, Obama never even asked Reed to be his running mate, so who cares!? The fact is Obama and McCain have not selected running mates yet. I'm sure there would be many more Republicans that would turn John McCain down if he asked them to be his V.P- There's no doubt about that.
Nobody wants to run with a loser. I hope Hillary says no too! What happened to Obama saying he will debate McCain any place any where? Obama all talk! He is afraid to debate. The change man is about changing his mind daily.
I think he should pick Michelle Obama as his running mate.
No one wants to run with him, do they?
Have the Obama campaign official asked him ????and really was he a supporter or another senator wanting his name in the news???
Obama/Sebelius-08 &12. Repubs better get ready!!!!
How about instead of talking about what might be talk about what should be...Like the debates Obama isn't agreeing to. He agreed to do them with McCain, and the American people and broke his promise. He agreed to Public financing, not the fake version he's subscribed to but the real version, and broke his promise. Stop pressing Obama on the real issues like FISA, his illogical Iraq plan, his overly expensive healthcare plan, his unrealistic tax plan that will hurt the economy, and his plan to make anonymous union ballots a thing of the past. Press him on the facts instead of the fluff, and Ask him real questions instead of what he's doing for lunch. I'm sick of the media's overt bias, and it's unwillingness to challenge obama on his fudged facts and failed policies. All he's doing is rehashing old policies and the same deomcrat's policies, politics, and partisianship, not the change he pledges.
Change without substance is just Status quo.....NO TO O.
I'm not a fan of Obama, but I think I'm going to have to vote for him. Wish we had a better chouse. Not sure who this guy is.
All of these potential VP's know it's not in the cards for them. They may have been offered up by the media, but not a serious consideration. Obama is not going to let the media pick his VP. There is to much at stake. Unlike McSame who gliding thought this campain allowing the repubs to tell him what to say and who to pick.
OBAMA 08
Endless speculation... you PUMAs are all salivating, hoping for a Hill run at the top office. You fail to realize that she lost in Feb., and could not win it tomorrow if she was the lone nominee..
Give it up folks.. Obama wasn't interested in Reed, and has never officially stated interest in Webb or anyone else...
Rest in Peace, New Yorker.
Who cares about all of this VP speculation? I mean, it really comes down to the person that has soon-to-be Pres. Obama's confidence that they would govern the country in a way befitting of the tone set by his presidency. People should vote for the Presidential candidate, not the VP choice
I think Sen. Obama could pick Marvin the Martian and still win.
It does seem if Obama is a sure win these people be fools not to join him at the white house. But its a telling story that they just dont think he can beat McCain. Maybe there is more things about Obama that is going to come out very soon and end his chances.
Did anyone really believe a Democratic presidential candidate would actually choose a Republican running mate?
Well, they say there's one born every minute.
Speaking of which, stop trying to convince us that you all were so shocked and offended by the New Yorker cover. BO better grow up and stop whining and sending his surrogates out there to do it for him.
I don't want to spend the next 4 years tiptoeing around waiting for the race police to accuse me of saying the wrong thing. You can have Obama and this racist tactic of attempting to shame white people into voting for him. My relatives didn't even get to the US until well into the 20th century – sorry, the "your family probably owned slaves" argument doesn't work on me.
Give it a rest or get out of the race.
Another one that does not want to be part of a losing ticket.
The Late New Yorker magazine was trash.
I could be Obama run mate and we would win.
Can you blame these "SMART" senators for not wanting to be on the same ticket as King Hussein Obama?
Besides, we should take heed to the fact that senators are closer to Obama since they work directly with him. If they don't want to be a part of his presidency then that should be a wake up call for America.
I had to laugh out loud at the below post. Obama, honest? "I never heard Wright say those things? 2 hours later "I heard them but I disagree."
Hmmm...the only honest thing there is that he is admitting to being a liar.
Dr.No July 14th, 2008 5:10 pm ET
he hasn't been asked .anyone would be glad to serve on honest obama's ticket.president obama will make his choice when he's ready.
Because Obama is being exposed as a man without substance and I do hope that Hillary Clinton will decline as well , if asked.
If those of you calling Obama a flip-flopper are voting for McCain, you are the biggest group of hypocrites around. McCain has flip-flopped on so many issues its mind boggling. Need I remind you about the Bush tax cuts, off shore drilling, etc. I just find it mind boggling that the media continues to focus on Obama flip-flopping (acutally only on FISA) when in reality McCain has changed all of his beliefs to try and appease the right. The coverage of this campaign is hilarious.
Here is my problem with Obama supporters:
They take a legitimate compaint about Obama, and delude themselves into believing that it is Obama's opponent who has the "negative" trait.
Obama said that he exhibited sound judgement. Yet, he is the only candidate (except for Hillary saying she regretted the Iraq vote) who has repeatedly said, that was a mistake or I won't do that again, or that was a boneheaded decision.
Mistake after mistake.
If he can't even make a good decision concerning his own family (church, interview) how in the world is he supposed to make sound decisions that affect millions of families.
They don't want the job because they are not sure Barack Hussein Obama will win. They don't want to hpo for nothing.
Why is John McFlipFlop not being pressured to reveal his VP? Double Standard?
The more news I hear, the more I'm convinced McFlipFlop is worst than the typical politician. From using the age card to his benefits so that when he forgets something it's only because of his age, yeah right. With all the lies from whom he said about being for immigration reform at La Raza convention, to having one of his sons serve in Iraq just to give McCain war credibility, just makes it more convincing that he is willing to do ANYTHING to get into the oval office.
(For MBD): actually, individuals may contribute up to $2,300 each toward the primary, and ut to an additional $2,300 for the general election.
(sorry, up)
To all the people out there who think that these V.P. candates are running away from Obama, have it all wrong...These candidates have already been released. These are the candidates that go throught the vetting process and are not chosen...The comment they use, is: I"m not intrested in V.P.
One Republican 'saying' he is not interested, they all say that, on the same day another Republican, Schwarzenegger says he would be interested in joining the Obama team. Kind of a 'saw off' news day.
Name one Democrat that can even be 'talked about' for McCain?
Gadzooks Americans, Bush, on a 3rd term, would make a better President than McCain.
Name the Republicans who have 'publicly' stated they are interested in being on John's ticket!?
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I wonder about McCain's supporters strategy of always saying 'Obama is just another crummy politician like McCain"!?
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Obama is the least worst of the remaining candidates!
Can't help but notice that their are still some people writting and complaining about Hillary not being the Democratic candidate. Like I said in an earlier blog, instead of complaining why dont all of her 18 million supporters send her $1.00 dollar each to help her retire most of her debt? If you truly support her you would use all your energy towards that end instead of talking trash about Obama.
And so another rat flees the sinking ship
JOHN MCCAIN IS A LIEING COWARD WHO IS A PHONY HERO..ANYONE WITH AN IQ OF 80 = CAN FIND ALL ABOUT HIS ENEMY COLLABERATION....HE' S KNOWN AS THAT ' DIRTY SKUNK ' BY FELLOW POW'S
fu barrack Hussein obama as far as I'm concerned this guy is just as radical as osama bin laden and for you liberals learn how to actually stand up for your rights
Send out for more buses!
Contact the Mayor of New Orleans, he may have a few available.
I wish Obama could be more comfortable with his middle name.
President Barack Hussein Obama sounds fine to me.
Hagel may be more suitable as Obama's VP than Reed is.
Senator Reed still wants to accomplish more in the Senate, while Hagel seems ready to move on.
ST. PAUL, Minn. – Organizers of the Republican National Convention say they have raised $39 million for the September event.
The Minneapolis Saint Paul 2008 Host Committee said Monday it has met a July 15 deadline for raising the money to cover convention infrastructure.
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Meanwhile, the DNC is struggling, while Obama wants to "crown" himself in a Denver sports stadium! FUNNY!
.....possible VP ussualy say that on the outside.....inside may be different.....because only one person has the chance to become VP, so they distance themselves first when they know they have a slim chance
Obama tells NAACP blacks must take responsibility
Obama declared: "When we are taking care of our own stuff, then a lot of other folks are going to be interested in joining up and working with us and taking care of America's stuff.
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WOW! "Stuff" really explains things, Obama! Guess Axelrod, Obama's "brain," wasn't on hand to script this one for him!
This is all for show. Everybody "denies" the position so when he asks Hillary it will seem like she is the only choice left and that Obama is not pandering to her "18 million" supporters. You people are not too bright. Politics are just smoke and mirrors and games.
I think an Obama/Hagel ticket would be unstoppable. And it would be right in line with Obama's commitment to reach across the aisle, and to approach politics differently.
Though I don't agree with Hagel on everything, he's been a vocal critic of the misguided Iraq war and the Bush administration. Much respect to him for that.
I think Hillary should be the VP because she got Bill's support. Bill got experience.
Some people are content where they are ... the VP vetting is pretty much just speculation and hearsay at this point.
TO: MDB
The maximun donation is $ 2.300
obama 08
When was the job offered to him?
I find it odd and funny how CNN continues to ask these senators and congressmen if they want to be a VP candidate and they are simply saying no because they KNOW they aren't even on the list! CNN stop trying to find crap.
You idiots are talking about the field getting narrow and that shows your intelligence level. The ones saying NO have not even been asked idiots!!
There is got to be a problem with Obama. Nobody is wanting to jump on that bandwagon. This man would be horrible for the country and they all know it. They know that he is going to lose in the general election and nobody wants to be tied to his social and hate agenda of america.
Maybe Michelle can be Obama's VP. That would make her proud of being American, for sure.
Reed is making a trip to to Irak with Barack Hussein... wow!
this guy was never asked so shut up your second fame is up.
I find it absolutely amazing all the idiots who come out of the woodwork claiming people are "distancing" themselves from Obama. You can't turn down a job you weren't offered in the first place.
I heard from a reliable source on the condition of anonymity that the other person in the New Yroker cover has been asked to provide documents to search commi.ttee.
No one wants the job and no one wants Hillary to have it.
Makes sense. Reed has a young daughter and was worried about the whirlwind life that his running for VP would force upon her. So for those of you saying he's afraid of joining a "sinking ship", keep in mind that there are other factors.
MDB,
Before you start calling people liars you should check your facts: the maximum contribution an individual can give is $2500. Luckily Obama has a huge pool of enthusiastic supporters who will be happy to give until he's elected in Nov.
Obama was the only choice from the beginning. All 77 senators who authorized Iraq war (including McCain and Hillay) should have been in jail long ago. And I still read inCNN that besides 48% pro-Obama, there are 42% pro-McCain idiots. The only thing democrats need to be in power is to improve education in this country. Reducing number of morons who support a war with a country they cannot find on a map – that's most reliable strategy for democrats, and I give it free to Howard Deen.
Obama 2008
How can you say NO to something that hasn't been offered?! Obama has clearly stated to "ignore" all of the speculation, HE and ONLY HE will announce who his V.P. candidate is. Why on earth can't these people let it go until that happens? The pundits and the "non" candidates are getting boring already.
Wonder if Hillary's surrogates are pressuring would-be VP's to say no to the job so she can get it?
Lets hope that Hillary has no desire to be VP either. She can do better then that later on.
Reporting so many rejections is not good for Obama's campaign. He and his team have better to announce his VP sooner than later.
I do not understand what the fuss is all about. Barack Obama has PLENTY of VP picks, especially if it is not limited to Dems...
Democrats:
1. Karen Sabellius
2. Joe Biden
3. John Edwards
4. Gen. Wesley Clark
5. Mike Gravel
6. Dennis Kucinich
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Okay, fine, if it comes down to it... Hillary Clinton
Republicans:
1. Colin Powell
2. Chuck Hagel
3. Ron Paul
4. pretty much anyone else who is NOT a neocon
Independents, Greens, Libertarians, etc.
1. Jesse Ventura
2. Ralph Nader
3. ...uuuh... can't think of any now... but a VP slot is the closest a 3rd party candidate can expect to the presidency
I would expect an Obama-Edwards or Obama-Sebellius ticket. I could even anticipate a cross-party Obama-Paul, Obama-Hagel, or Obama-Powel ticket.
Au contraire, McCain's list is rather limited...
1. Dick Cheney (unlikely considering he did not even run for the presidential nomination, despite being VP)
2. Fred Thompson (two dry old white guys, whoot!)
3. Rudy Giuliani (his twin brother)
4. Condoleeza Rice (self-explanatory)
5. Charlie Crist
6. Uuuuh...
7. George W. Bush (oh wait, he can't be VP after his 2-term limit)
8. Arnold Schwarzeneger (being born in Austria, he is disqualified for presidential office via the natural-born citizen clause... then again, McCain was born in Panama, and nobody seems to care)
I believe that what would be best for America would be for Obama to choose someone who is a guy like Hunter S. Thompson someone who is so against the Bush Administration that they know how to fix it economically.
P.S. Oh, yeah... Joe Lieberman. The only Democrat likely to run as McCain's VP...
Dems had realized and know who Barack Hussein Obama is that's the reason why they are distancing from him. He's very dangerous guy that has no ambition for American people but to put them down, believe it or not he's a muslim and it's the fact. Whoever is insisting that he's not a muslim try to visist the place in Indonesia where he was raised by his muslim father. His words are full of lies just to persuade people to go with his side.
Oh well....................... next....................
BARACK THE VOTE PEOPLE........................
Farakhan for VP.
No Hillary as VP = No vote for Obama.
What I don't understand. Is someone who has not been asked to provide information is saying I don't want to VP. Clearly, no one asked you. To me, as I see this string of white men, saying they don't want to vp when they have not been approached is quite offensive to me. It's a shame that racism still exists. Why is there such a relish to say this. Have we heard one person in the Republican party say they do not want to be McCain's running mate? Why such dissafection among the Democrats? You know what it is? I wonder if It is the Hillary effect. I wonder if there is any pressure behind the scenes by Clintonites trying to affect potential vp candidates... so she is higher on the list. After all, what is the political benefit to saying outloud to the public, I am not interested in being Senator Obama's running mate. Very strange....
THE OLD MAN IS A DANGER TO THIS COUNTRY. HE 'S NOT SMART ENOUGH TO TURN ON A COMPUTER. SO FAR BEHIND IN MENTAL SKILLS AND HE WANTS TO BE PRESIDENT. WHO EVER VOTES FOR MCCAIN HAS GOT TO BE STUPID. WE ARE HEADING FOR TROUBLE. VOTE OBAMA........THE SCHOLAR.
Smart man.
Why report non-news. Was he asked, no. Was it reported by the Obama camp that he was in the running, no. Does this mean that everyone Obama has a face to face with is being considered, I don't think so.
Let me clarify one thing to date, I am not seekling the VP position, I do not desire the VP post. There I have come out and said it, it has the same news worthness as all of the others that have not been asked coming forth and saying they don't want it.
Too much speculation on the part of CNN. Why NOT just let it be? CNN keeps pushing this presumptive VP down our throats, STOP it already!! What's the rush? Why not concentrate on McCain?
Reed, Hagel and Obama are traveling together. Don't worry people, they will talk about it on the plane...lol
Wonder what rock he will turn over and look under now. And the Hillary lovers are still lurking. Maybe he can make a 911 call to the middle east and get a running mate. Jesse Jackson should throw his hat in the ring since he is well versed on fathering kids out of wedlock.
This is the first time in my life reading news like this, where politicians are saying NO to an important position in the government. I wonder why?? Oh, wait a minute, I know why! No one, wants to work besides BHO.
MDB–The limit is $2300.00 per person. Please check your facts before you call people liars.
Quotes From Griff --That's because you represent nobody, (really) except Borack Obama..
Who really trusts you??? I don't thats for sure…. Not ever!!!!
Except for the honest answer… McCain, makes 10 of 'O' bama
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Griff you don't TRust Mr Obama ........
You are die heart McCain Supporter ..........
Here"s a ONE WAY TICKET away from Mr Obama and take LISA with You!!!
LISA -–Worse PERSON GRIFF-–Worst PERSON
MDB,
By now, someone probably already replied to you, but campaign finance laws allow a maximum of $2,300 for both the primary and general election.
So, one person could give up to $4,600 if you split it up between the two elections.
I don't think anyone wants on this train to no where.
OBAMA has not asked you to be VP anyway
BARACK THE VOTE !!
Senator Obama should take the Virginia Governor with him on this World Tour.
Attention MDB Mcfly......the cap is $2300.00 per person not $250.00... do your homework before yoiu spout your ignorance on the subject!
MDB July 14th, 2008 5:35 pm ET
I'm justing laughing my nuts off right now. I was down on the David Plouffe "we need money now" ticker and I see comments like Capt Smash "I sent $500.00 today" or TJ " I'm sending $100.00 a week until election time" or " I sent $1000.00 today" (can't remember name). Hey geniuses there is a $250.00 cap for individuals donating to a single campaign which means either you're all breaking the law (I doubt it) or you're the biggest bunch of liars ever (more likely).
I have also noticed that. Capt Smash is a moron just read his posts and any one can see that. Can't comment on the rest I don't know what kind of things they wright.
Hagel is Mccain's best friend. Why would he want to be VP to Obama!! He probably would make good in Obama's cabinet though!!
I don't know why more aren't saying yest to the V.P. slot with Obama. I have a terrible feeling that Obama won't be around long after he is sworn in and whomever the V.P. is will quickly ascend to the presidency.
I think Joe Biden is the perfect choice, as he should have been the nominee.
Reed is no dummy, he dosen't want to be linked with a looser.
Attention People: look at what is happening in ND...Obama is within striking range...look at Montana....Obama is ahead.....look at SD...he is tied......look at Geogia...he is only 2 points behind....look at the states Kerry won.....OBama is rock solid....what does this mean...even yopu so caleed bright repubs can add the Electoral Votes and it says what??? come on let me hear and see ift from your lips....all together now....President Obama!
Who cares if Reed is not interested? nobody, just the ignorant haters who wants to say "I told you so?"
How about us probably doubling the nat'l debt in one day if we have to bail out freddie and fannie mac. you idiots are so caught up in race that you can't or won't look at the real crisis at hand.
my nephew is being shipped to iraq this week, my daughter to iraq and my son to Kuwait, and you idiots, especially so-called Hillary supporters are stuck on stupid. Get an education, people!
Why does he need to go to Iraq?
Just more wasted taxpayer dollars.
Obama is so two-faced.....he could be his own running mate!!!!
i think ,that Chuck Hagel be perfecht for the VP, he never agree with Busch on anything , i allways liked Chuck Hagel , there is no hatred in him .besits that he is very smart , an he really caers abaut his Country ,like Obama , all you People aut there who voted for Busch , hope you learned your Lesson by now . dont make the same misstake again , an vote for Mc Cain , lets united this Country again , an lets stop all the hate , skin color dont matter . change matters , an Obama will work harder then any President bevor . he has never shown a temper ,after all what nasty thinks ben said abaut him , an all the lies people make up , so every one will think the worst abaut him , anaff allready ,look at the liang one in the White House , how can any Body be that stupid an vote for Mc Cain ,he read s everything of a Paper ,what sombody wrote for him ,to say .
Too bad, he looked like a good fit. Oh well, Hillary would be disaster, but there are plenty of other worthy choices.
Nah, Hillary wouldn't accept at this point either. A little too late I'd say.
What kind of name is Barack Obama? What has it come to?
As a former Republican, I don't really understand why HRC's supporters hate this man so much. I have given up trying to understand how someone who call him/herself Democrats could even entertain the idea of voting for McCain when he has made it very clear that under his presidency, it'll be more of what we're getting now. If you like where our country is and where it'll be heading if we keep doing what we're doing today, if you think that another war with Iran will be a good thing, then it's a no brainer. You should vote for McCain.
I have voted Republican all of my life (and I'm not on my 30th or 40th..much older) but I love my country and my grandchildren to much to even think about continuing on this path.
Obama 08.
When the politicians distance themselves from "one of thier own" it sends a message to the American people... Obama has no substance and his peers know it...too bad the people didn't catch on sooner. Just too wrapped up in their "rock star".
I think we are ready for the debate portion of this presidential election....Obama, you there?
No offense to Jack Reed as I love the State of Rhode Island but WHY oh WHY would Obama pick ANYONE from a state that is blue or even bluish and Reed doesn't do it really. A savvy pick for Obama would be Biden MOST ESPECIALLY Biden, the maybe Tim Kane of VA, Richardson of New Mexico or Evan Bayh of Indiana. In my opinion those are the ONLY ones he should consider. They are all marvelous VP picks but Biden is EXCEPTIONAL and give him expertise, experience and foreign policy gravitas. Biden is BRILLANT.... how about that for a change!!
Remember how the fox tried and tried to get the grapes that were too high for him to reach, what did he end up saying? "I don't want those sour grapes anyway."
Wikipedia says it this way:
The Fox and the Grapes is a fable attributed to Aesop. The protagonist, a fox, upon failing to find a way to reach grapes hanging high up on a vine, retreated and said: "The grapes are sour anyway!" The moral is stated at the end of the fable as:
It is easy to despise what you cannot get. (In political terms – it is easy to say you don't want something you KNOW YOU'RE NOT GOING TO GET)
It is going to be Obama/Biden 08 – Read it and weep GOP!