I'm fairly sure this won't get past the CNN moderators, but I'll try anyway [CNN guys note: I regularly post as qrstuv on many blogs.]

Cathy above says: "Never on CNN’s blog but on many conservative blogs I have seen down right racism and hatred statement toward Obama. The statement were not because they disagreed with Obama’s position on the issues but only because he is black (and nothing more)."

Now I read the conservative blogs a bit myself, and I have never seen any of the blog owners or regulars write *anything* suggesting that they thought whites were superior to blacks.

I see it all the time that conservatives get accused of secretly harboring racist thoughts, which are supposedly the "real" reason for opposing some liberal policy or other.

Here's a fact that is likely unknown to CNN regulars: The conservativematch Web site has a set of questions that everyone answers. Among them is "All men are created equal. Do you agree or disagree?" I have looked at a lot of people's answers and saw "disagree" only ONE time.

So many of you bigots hate President Bush and didn't say a peep about this man threatening to kill our actual PRESIDENT, yet you jump on the bandwagon ande scream RACISM when he threatens Obama. This is the exact reason I tore up my democrat voter registration card and re-registered republican. Obama and his "supporters' have just played the race card to death and i'm sick of it. They tell us Hillary supporters to suck it up and realize she lost but then they go on to say that if Obama loses , then it will be Hillarys fault. What a bunch of idiots who have fallen in with this smooth talking race terrorist. Obama will lose and guess what…it will be no one's fault but Obama's and his foul, angry bunch of cult member followers.

Killing someone is not the way to solve probems. Bush seems to think this and McCain is A Bush. If anyone needs a "bullet" it's Bush. "Bullet" meaning… this man needs to be charged for his crimes and locked away.

This is not a laughing matter and I am so happy this person was arrested. Based on our history there is no reason to ever joke about killing a political figure.

How much you wanna bet this guy is a dues-paying NRA member?

Yeah, America, let's arm all the racist, rightwing, blackhelicopter-chasing wackjobs like this guy–THAT'LL make us all safer. Not.

Jessie Jackson was so wrong to say what he did about his desire to do bodily harm to Senator Obama, but black on black threats as hateful as they are in no way can compare to the white on black threats. Let's not pretend that racial issues are not the elephant in the room in America. Bad enough that hateful things are posted online about regular Americans who aren't running for President over mundane things. These kind of threats have to be taken very seriously with all of our collective seething frustration and anger in many. God help us all and keep all of our elected officials safe and well.

I am glad he is off the streets & in lockdown. This was a threat, not a joke. Allot of sick people out there.

I'm sure he'll be watched by the government for the rest of his life, I'm more afraid of him wanting revenge, and go after the people he suspects of telling on him.

Hey Nova…you're going fell pretty badly come Nov. 5 when the inexperienced, unelectable one not only wins the presidency but he does so by turning Nevada blue. We're extremely active in your state and are continuing to send volunteers from California (where Obama is up 25 points in the polls) to help out in the effort. McPain has NO ground game and we're registering Democrats at twice the pace of the Repugnantcans. Believe it. Nevada goes to Obama and so too does the White House.
Obama '08…YES WE CAN!

Who cares

Idiot, ignorant, hateful extremist liberals always blaming right wing Americans, the white guy, Red Necks, Fox New, Rush Limbaugh, etc.

LOOK IN YOUR OWN BACKYARD…you have the likes of the Clintons who will stop at nothing to get/stay in power and the hateful Jesse Jackson who wanted to castrate Obama!!

Maybe Obama was right, that some folks "cling to their guns" to bring them comfort in a difficult situation.

Was Bill Clinton behind this? Another reason NOT to select Hillary as his running mate. She has something substantial to gain if Obama dies.

The PRESENCE OF THE LORD IS HERE!!!

And he is not even president yet….The Secret Service needs to give Obama triple protection if he becomes president.

like wow. GOd bless. thats ALL that needs to be said.

I'm glad so many of you are sending up prayers for Obama as am I… but I find it sad that no one seems to care he threatened our sitting president. Prayers to George W. as well.

I am glad to know that so many understand the power of prayer. God knows all, sees all, and surely will place his angles above, below, and around Senator Barack, Michelle and the girls.
It is good to see even republicans, don't want harm to come to a man who's only desire is to unite and serve the people of these United States of America.

Obama is taking a big risk and putting his neck out for tUSA.
In 4 years time, he accomplished so much and put USA on the world stage by solo performance. God Bless president OBAMA and his family. .

Oh no! Not the Messiah! What ever will we do if we are parted from his wisdom ….. and uhs and ahs and eeeh and ehs and gaffes and hollow speeches. Get over yourselves people.

Ummmmm, is this guy friends with the Clintons or Jesse Jackson?

I guess that blows a hole in the theory that "Black people aren't subject to extreme racial hatred in America."

And for every racist red-neck they catch, there are thousands more. I'm white, so I know what is said behind closed doors.

And that's only the vocal, violent few. The rest of the racists make excuses not to vote for Obama, such as "he's elitist", "he's inexperienced", "he's muslim" ETC.

Just another reason not to vote for Obama.

We don't need this type of aggravation on a daily basis.

america, we do not need this sort od temperament. we have to respect people for who they are, despite their color, creed, race, religion. let's come together as one.

obama is the msn of the 21st century. as the next President of United States of america, he will bring about peace and solidarity among all people.

for that idiot, he cannot cannot put his foot into Obama's shoes. he shows that his intelligenence is lesser than an ant. period. probably an ant is smarter than fool.

I sincerely pray for Mr. Obama's safety and his family.

OBAMA IN 2008/2012

Why! This is a Good American Man! Sen Obama We Love You! Please not HATING on this Good Man, and his Beautiful Family ! We're Proud of Him I'm a supporter, and he has SUPPORTERS, he's not a celebrity! Sen Obama has worked hard to get where he is, and he and his family has given alot! I'm So Proud of Him! Ohio LOVES THE OBAMAS! THIS MESSAGE WAS APPROVED MY ME!

Hollowpoint: The original story was only a few sentences long. It didn't even mention the stash of weapons that the guy owned. Add that to the fact that Obama was actually campaigning in Florida when they arrested the guy. Bush was in Maine! He was not a credible threat to Bush. If CNN wanted to hide something, they wouldn't have linked to the affidavit. You will notice that now CNN has had time to expand the posting and it mentions Bush. I am guessing your name is a reference to your opinions. You certainly do make a hollow point.

We must all stand together to keep him safe.

As a Floridian, I will vote for Obama. I know I'm not the only one.

They won't let him win and they will do anything in their power even killing him or they will arm a psycho to eliminate him like for the Kennedys. They will push their supporters to create a diversion and have the job done. But as they say the human proposes and GOD decide.

how sick!! May God protect you and your familiy Mr Obama, you are in my prayers.

obama 08

people are so racist in this world. This country is one of the most evilest countries in the world. anybody who would want Mcain or any other republican for president is either sick, stupid or just plain hateful.

Will Obama face Malcolm X's faith??
Is racism stronger than "Democracy"??

As a Hillary supporter, frankly I CANNOT believe some of you actually think this has anything to do with her. I am a lifelong democrat and am not against Obama, but carefully weighing my options. I am horrified that this happened and certainly hope that nothing more occurs. However, some of you Obama supporters are really making me rethink my vote. Keep on bashing the Clintons and see what happens.

omg,,, theres alot of sick people in this world and this one and those connected with him should be locked up and throw the key away,, hopefully this isnt a joke from the republicans,,,, may god keep obama and his family safe,,, anericans need to really pull together after this stunt,,,, im still for obama now and in 12,,, yes we can,,,, and we will no matter what,, someone out there is really upset with bush,, and its no wonder,,,,,,, its really time for change,,, go obama!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! be safe

One evil man (woman) can kill all the good in the world. Remember the comments of Mike Huckaby (about gun) and Hilary ( Robert Kennedy and his nomination in June.).
Some imply and some are outspoken. The implied ones should be locked up too.
This is why America should elect Obama as the next president of USA.
We lost so many good leaders already.
God keep Obama and his family safe and protected.

It's ashame that we live in a country where people can be so ignorant and racist to hold back progress and peace in the hope for a better country. It is my true hope that when Barack is elected, thing start to change for the better. In that way, Obama really does represent hope in my eyes.

Killing some1 is absolutely ridiculous. But whatever happened to freedom of speech. He can talk all he likes, its not like he actually committed a crime. Also race relations have always been a soft topic in US. If obama comes to power it will be worse than they ever were. A man who uses race (obama) to scare folks should never run for president. Marching to hell with Mccain is a better option than living through a civil war which obama is trying to instigate.

The dark side of America again emerges. It all began back in the primaries, often provoked and exploited, however indirectly, by the Clintons and the Clinton campaign.

Of course she's not responsible for people thinking dark thoughts and taking dark actions. But in her position of influence, she made no effort to eliminate them.

It is sick that the threat to Barack's life is very real now and in the future. It's even more disturbing to realize that Hillary will actually be thrilled if Barack gets out of her way, however it happens.

Let me get this straight a man makes a threat on another mans life and goes to jail and people are saying he should be locked up for life…. What I'm failing to understand here is how you people can be so ignorant to believe this kind of thing doesn't happen on a daily basis to people all over the country. In all those instances when reported to police they usually suggest filing for a restraining order. Now I know some of you are going to say this is different because he is a candidate for president of the United States But seriously lets think about it. That in itself would show that there are lives worth more then others which according to our constitution is not true. Just remember all men are created equal, if that were the case why should an incident such as this be treated any different then any normal everyday person. We are all people and deserve to be treated and protected the same. I am by no means condoning this mans actions for what he did. But seriously how long are we going to take these double standards for people of power. Every human life is worth protecting and saving. Why should some of us get these protections while others are left to fend for themselves.

Father God, You are in charge and nothing can happen unless it's your perfect will. Unless you watch over the city the watchmen stand guard in vain. Thank you Father for being with this man thus far. AMEN

To the Why isn't Jesse locked up too commenters above:

Joking about cuttin someone's manhood hood off, albeit in very poor taste, and making numerous threats and possessing a mini arsenal are two COMPLETELY different things!!!! If you can not grasp that…then may God expand your tiny minds.

Until this country takes mental health treatment seriously, there will be more of this. Our young men and women are returning home from war with post tramatic distress and other brain disorders and practically being ignored by the government. Add the untreated mentally ill already living on our streets. Plus the easy availability of weapons. We should not be surprised if this country has more potential terrorists in our back yard than in the evil-doer country-of-the-month.

I guess thats what happens to you when you stay at a Holiday Inn Express.

The Republican white trash is coming out of the woodwork.
Brace yourself for more, I'm sure.

Obama will win in November and hopefully people like this guy will figure out a way to do something more constructive with their free time - like get an education.
I am so flabbergastingly bored with the uneducated right wing.
Surely they have something more to offer society.

Why did he's trying to change his tone that only a joke?? He began to scare to death to go to jail. lmao childishhhhhhhhhhhhhh

You people who say he was "just" joking are "just" so "funny" like the Republican nominee. This man was found to have machetes, guns, ammunition and tear gas. So please don't tell us how humorless Obama supporters, and others of good will are. Yes, the man also threatened President Bush. Not "funny" at all!

Obama '08!

I don't wish this on ANY person running for office. These people take a risk everyday of their lives just to make things better or to get their point of view across. It's no laughing matter. It's sad Americans are so violent.

Thank you Secret Service. A job well done.

I'm surprised that this threat hasn't appeared yet in the news. There are too many crazies running loose in this country already. Just round them all up upon hearing any threats against this great candidate.

I find it interesting CNN edited the AP story that reported this guy also threatened Bush. CNN…trusted source for your news?

Cathy,

I couldn't have said it any better. God bless you

he must be a Good 'Ole boy i guess. there are way too many "republicans" like him down south. trust me, i lived there for 13 years. May God bless both candidates and keep them safe.

For all you people comparing Jesse Jackson's statements to this nutjob, how about asking if Jackson had any armor piercing bullets or underwent psychiatric help for being emotionally or physically abused. Not to mention the tear gas, the body armor and any of the other items that would suggest he is a real threat. Come on and use your heads. While Jackson is an idiot and should be held accountable for his words (as they did with Imus), there is really no comparison.

As an Obama supporter, I would never stoop to make a joke about this guy being on Hillary's payroll. I would like all of my fellow Obama supporters and Democrats to not even make such jokes.

If you are looking to the root of this problem…look at where this stuff comes from. A violent society, complete disregard for human life, and a paranoid affliction for firearms. If you want to blame someone, blame the NRA.

I thought the guy in Florida also threatened to kill President Bush,

why is this not important to cnn or the other news media???/

They didn't find weapons in Jesse Jackson's car or hotel room. Come on people. Use that melon you call a brain.

Thank goodness that nutcase was turned in. Good work people.

You say he's unelectable, which speaks volumes to the fact the he's beating your candidate. In any othere presidential election a 5% lead would be considered huge. The new outfits as well as the Repugs want to make this race out to be close, when it's not and the margins will grom when you put Obama on stage with McFather Time and he can't stop stuttering and misremembering things.

OMG, this brings back those horrific memories of June, 1968, when our beloved candidate, Robert F. Kennedy, was gunned down before he even got to the convention. Did anyone say "gun control"? I wish the govt. would get real and see that anyone can obtain a gun and change the course of history. Sad.

Yes. It's sad. Human beings are evil. I don't think God can protect anyone. I don't know how God could have made such flawed humans.

Now, can you imagine how outraged lunatics like this guy would be with an Obama/Rice or Obama/Powel ticket? Too many red necks in this country. They will never elect two African Americans on a presidential ticket. He's already non-electability material. This should be a lesson for Obama. We'll see if he's actually paying attention to anything else but himself.

First of all I do not want any physical harm to come to Obama!! Lock the guy that threaten to kill him up!!

But for anyone to start pointing fingers at Hillary - give me a break!!! If Obama as much as twists an ankle - you would blame Hillary!! Leave Hillary alone!!!!!!!!!!!!

What a evil and sick society we live in. Stop with all the remarks about Hillary and who knows who else you can mention!!

When did we become so vicious?????

"God Bless" us as a Nation..Remember 911 ?? Where's all that love they neighbor ???

Jessie Jackson'e ridiculous statements about our NEXT PRESIDENT, is in not a double standard in reference to someone threatening to kill Obama. Such a ridculous bigoted statement.

Anyone who threatens the life of another, whether they are running for office or not, should be distinctly reprimanded and punished severely by the letter of the law. It’s what distinguishes us as a Civil Society. Threatening a life is no joking matter.

As much as I don't care for the politics of the PUMAS or Republicans, I must say I really don't think they would go this far and I'm basing this on quite a few cooments on this blog wishing both of the candidates Godspeed. I think this is just one desperate soul out in the wilderness who hasn't come to grips with how the world is changing (and will continue to change). God bless and keep us all.

What a total idiot. What a great American! "God bless America… as long as it goes my way… If it doesn't then I'll kill someone". What a stupid, puss-brained bag of crap. This moron needs to see an entire team of therapists for years on end. I think that there might be a place in the Bush administration for a dolt like that.

To be sure, my comments do not stem from any one religious tone.

The hypocracy of live and let live, turn the other cheek, don't judge lest ye be judged, cast not the first stone.

All forgotten by a hateful mind,damaged from birth, and damaged by our beloved organized religions.

Live your lives and speak your minds. Do not spout false beliefs as truth to back one's ignorance. Do not spout learned hatred for humor. Go beyond this…better yet, just go.

Why Doesn't anyone think that Bill Clinton will be the Vice-presidential candidate???

Independent August 7th, 2008 6:45 pm

Intelligent and excellent, vision, observation and conclusion.

Why this news difference from situation room CNN online support Obama

this is so sad and sometimes i am so ashame of some of the people in this country.

I'm sure John McCain will have a snarky, outrageous, slimy, political ad out concerning this bit of news.

As a long time Obama supporter I would like to take a moment to thank all you who have expressed their concern for his safety even though you support Senator(s) McCain and (Clinton). That is a very mature and Christian thing for you to do and I for one appreciate your ability to put down your swords and take up the pen for a moment. Thank You!

I hope this will never happen again in the United States of America. Obama is the only hope of rescue we now have from the backwardness we have faced. Please lord continue to protect him from the evel doers.

Stop with the conspiracy theories already. This guy has a history of psychiatric problems and has expressed a desire to kill both Obama and Bush. His problem transcends the political boundary between the two parties.

One word "Disappointed".

I fail to see the "humor."

People in America get shot everyday. Every year, more people die of gunshots here in the US than they do in Iraq.

No excuse for this…. Obama should be able to run for president or any other office without fearing for his life. There is just too much of this going on in our country.

When I was in DC, a friend of mine said the same thing about Bush, how he could get him with a sniper rifle from our balcony overlooking the WH. I doubt you libs would call for him to be locked up, would you?

True…If McCain wins we will relive Regan Era all over again….I mean I know Regan is popular for many things but what not a lot of people know is that he introduced cocaine during the Crack Cocaine Era….One of his military leaders ( I forgot his name) was funding a private war in Nicaragua to over throw the government. The funny thing is that the Nicaraguan guy that was allowed to come sell guns and cocaine to the ghettos was given full citizenship not only to him but his entire family……
McCain may not agree with all this but he does support many Bush policies that we have seen just don't work….

I think Obama with his mistakes and all is a fresh new start for this country….and don't be so surprise that Obama is getting threats….you guys do know that he is the only candidate for President that has had secret service from the time he said he was running….Only people like Hilary has that…..THink about it.

Independent - The country will come together without me. Obama will never be MY president, any more than Bush has ever been. This life long Dem is now an independent…. and very much undecided if I will vote at all this year for the presidential race. I will vote my state races.
I have been paying so little attention since Hillary suspended her candidacy, that I didn't even know what a PUMA was until I just looked it up. I'm not a PUMA.
I'm a bleeding heart liberal feminist. Therefore, I'm simply not voting for any man for president ever again. They just don't have a clue, and I won't perpetuate male domination of our country any longer. This world hasn't a chance in he&& of being peaceful with the men in charge.

There is no difference between Pakistan and United States, if this country cannot protect a Presidential candidate. In pakistan, the presidential candidate was killed in a bomb attack, we call them the so called "Third world countries", but looks like America is no different than Pakistan… America is in the verge of becoming a Third World Nation

I'd rather take chances on jerks like this guy threatening to kill Obama, then vote for Senior Citizen McCain and watch him die of old age in the Oval Office.

Obama will make a great POTUS… McCain will make a great napper.

Remember, McCain doesn't work weekends because he's a senior citizen. So if McCain wins… who's gonna run the country on the weekends? Maybe Dubya or Cheney will volunteer???

I am praying for you Obamas!

There are many out there like this maniac . Hope they will be lucky enough to catch more like this psycho. I hope and pray for Obama's safety, because I do want to see a change for this country.

Matt:

"Good Lord, the guy was joking!

People all over these blogs say worse (far worse) about Bush on a daily, if not hourly basis!!

You Obamaphiles take yourselves too seriously!!"

I'm sure that if your life were threatened, you'd take it as a joke as well, yes?

Let this guy rot in jail. Nothing funny at all about this.

Obama has and will be in my prayers because of fools like this. The hate in this world astounds me at times and if (and hopefully when) Obama is president I pray he will be kept safe. He is a brave man with a beautiful family and I admire the risk he is taking to better our country. I have faith that there is more good than evil in this world and I also have faith in Obama and what he could do for this country!!

TO:DEB August 7th, 2008 4:35 pm ET

"WOW, NOW I ACTUALLY WANT CLINTON TO BE VP!
RISE HILLARY RISE"

remember Barack's prayer at thw Wailing Wall…..dear Lord, hear our prayers!

To Matt:

You are ignorant if you don't know the difference between the Jesse Jackson statement and this nut.

remember Barack'ss prayer at thw Wailing Wall…..dear Lord, hear our prayers!

People like that are going to have to realize that it's not going to be that simple to do that kind of thing in this day and time.

This is not a joke as some suggest here on this board. You people have the same sick sense of humor as McCain. Shut up and go vote for him, but you are sick.

When saying McCain is to old and may die in office, just remember this guy. There are plenty of crazies out there with guns who are bigots. Do you think they'll like having a black president. I don't care who you are you have to at least realize the fact that Obama's at a higher chance of death than the average president. It's a sad fact that there are idiots out there but hearing all the people talk about McCain's age as an issue, they also need to realize bigotry is an issue.

And yet we pretend to be better than the rest of the world.

And so it begins….what a shame, I hope they put him under the jail and he rots for life or better, make him do hard labor until he begs for death!!!!

Obama is the answer. What was the question?

"If Obama wins, the country will come together as one. People will get excited about the future, other countries will begin to respect America again, America's respect in the world restored, race relations in the country will impove, new energy jobs will be created, American schools will start competing with China and India."

ROFLMAO!! Oh yeah, this little news story really proves just how the country will come together! You can't even get all of the Dimcrat Congress Members to support Brobama! And, what has he accomplished while in office? Seems that no one has ever been able to answer that question, since he has been in this little race of his. You just keep worshipping Hussein, and see what socialism is like. We do not need any more Bush people in the office, but even McCain is better than Hussein!

The only candidate to really care about this country's laws and citizens was Ron Paul! Too bad the media blocked him out, and most of you were too lazy to research his record (he actually has a record, unlike your Messiah, of representing America's best interest and Constitution!).

If you think Hussien is a good choice, then look at Chicago and the mess they are in. He can't even get the people in one state to "unite" in spirit! You really believe that he can "unite" the rest of the country? So sad!

We are about to be tested," liberty and justice for all" and the first black pres.

Well Well….. the democratic blogs are threating republican leaders all the time and now it has come back on them. Not so funny is it. Maybe we all should calm down

How can we feel pride about our country when our citizens threaten to kill our leaders? I don't think anyone wishes any harm on any presidential candidate, regardless of political affiliation. Hopefully the Secret Service will never stand down a la Kennedy.

Thank you Thomas. Very well said.

I can't wait untill he hit's general population!

well,isn't that something…………..

I don't like Obama, but I don't which him harm.

United…
I was just going to post the same thing..
Bet he was going to get paid by the Clintons….
If he picks her as VP.. she is just one shot in the head to becoming President!!!

I'm wondering why CNN left out the part where he also threatened the President. Curious!!!

The October surprise in the offing! Everything is possible in America.

Word from a middle-aged midwestern white woman to racists:

To judge a person by the color of their skin is simply not acceptable and I won't be polite company by allowing you to make your 'candid' remarks to me anymore. When you say something offensive, I'll respond so that you know that your words and attitude is NOT ok with me.

I'm tired of being polite just to keep the peace. If you want to be my friend, you will have to adjust the attitude accordingly. If you can't, I don't need you as a friend.

Be the Change that you want to see.

Obama or McCain …neither one is right to be our President. They (as well as all the others in the past) will do and say whatever they want to in order to get elected. Since when have we had a president follow through with any single promise he made in order to get himself elected. Who the hell trusts any of them I am Democrat and I still have NO idea who I will vote for. I do not want to see anyone get hurt either but maybe if the candidates tried a little honesty the US wont be where they are today. The US citizens do not trust our government and if we knew all of it we would banish the government all together. Think about in the city where you live I bet yo have no idea of the political BS that takes place there. It does and it is happening. The government (everyone one of them) need to be let go.

I have been praying for Obama's safety every since he started prevailing. There are some really sick people out there who cannot stand to see a black man do so well. Just look at the history Martin L. King and Malcolm X. It really is a shame.

Obama will not be terrorized. I will not stand for threats upon Obama. He shall be our next president and he shall do a splendid job.

Many Republicans have left their best wishes for Sen Obama, even though they would never support him.

THIS is America - we'll duke it out on the issues, then shake hands and have a beer when it's over.

This isn't a joke! I hope they through the book at that guy!

I dont think it was a joke thats why you cant trust everybody

lets lock up huckabee for his comments also about a similar subject.

May the secret service need to question the recruters at the WOKV

PUMA is a joke LOL My gal was so much more ready to lead from her years in the white house kitchen picking out dinner for the evening!

O Lord, please protect both of our presidential candidates and their families!! God bless this troubled America!!
Blessings from Pa.

I continue my prayers for Obama & his supporters. I honor the courage & strength we extend to stand up for justice as Americans against this type of nonsense. Faith over fear. Obama '08

a republican no doubt. probably has books from Hanity, Limbaugh and O'riely tucked in his shelves.

what a mullett

My wife has been saying that "they" would not allow Barack to be PUTUS; her opinion is some radical skinhead type(s) would do him harm either before or immediately after the election. I kept telling her we have advanced past this stage in the USA and that it wouldn't happen; I pray for the Senator(s) and I pray for this nation…

Go Obama!

Its so sad our Country is 50 years behind Europe socially. They've figured out that "wedge" issues don't make a country better. Great schools, great transportation, forward thinking do. This country is in a sad sad state.

Why didn't CNN state that President Bush was threatened also? Everywhere else, they mention in their headlines that Bush and Obama were both threatened.

The reality is that there are white supremacists out there, so to make a "joke" like that is crazy. They're definitely going to beef up security.

Joking about how Hillary is connected with this guy is really off base, and those who say such things should be ashamed to be Americans.

Can you say…
Teteprompter to the right…..Teleprompter to the left…
Ever notice that?

America is at a serious cross road in history.

If McCain wins, the country will continue its march to hell. Race relations will get worse, economy will get worse, China and India will emerge as superpowers with more money and influence.

If Obama wins, the country will come together as one. People will get excited about the future, other countries will begin to respect America again, America's respect in the world restored, race relations in the country will impove, new energy jobs will be created, American schools will start competing with China and India.

Lock him up and throw away, we don't people like him voting for any candidate. Everyman has a right, if he can't handle himself like a human being, then he doesn't have the intelligence to vote. HOW SAD. Pathetic!!!!

While he wasn't arrested for it, the racist nutjob also said that he'd like to put a bullet in Bush's head… yet CNN doesn't feel that was relevent enough to include on their blog story? The extra two sentences would've taken up too many bytes?

Or was it that CNN wanted to portray the nutjob in question as a "typical" right wing racist who wanted to kill Obama? Letting your partisan mask slip a bit are you, CNN?

Given the nature of this election, don't even try to make the excuse that it wasn't relevant, or that the story as presented doesn't create a false impression of the man arrested.

It is not all that far-fetched to believe redneck Americans like this or other neocon bullies who can not accept a man of color as President will try to kill Obama. Look what happened to Robert Kennedy, who, although not Black, was Catholic, liberal and hated by the Republicans and the mafia.

Any scum who would make such a threat, and calls it a joke should do his time in solitary, listening to a recording of himself. He can then laugh away his time while the rest of the world breathes a sigh of relief.

Yes report everything!!
Every threat, every comment is real
Report on your friends, family, coworkers….
CNN carried this story they are in on it!!

That'll do sheep, that'll do

Some of you people have to be out of your minds. "why can't they take a joke?" Let someone joke about killing aomeone in your famiky like one of your kids and see how hard you laugh. Idiot!

Well if you read the affidavit and the original AP story he also threatened president Bush. But ya'll didn't seem to notice that.

Wait a minute sherry for Obama did. Good catch. At least there is one objective obamamessiah supporter left.

To Cathy…….he is nowhere near the best candidate for the job. Now, if Colin Powell ever decides to run, then I could very well vote for him. He knows more and is a much better man and actually has some experience to go with it all!

you play with fire you get burned
give the man a medal

is it possible that i love the comments on CNN more than CNN itself?

I pray that no one would cause harm to him and his family God will punish them !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Put him away for a very long time. I'd go after the "anonymous" poster also, who said "can't the Secret Service take a joke". It's not funny and not a joking matter. Your IP address is traceable, by the way, Mr. Anonymous.

what about jesse jackson could he be charged as well for is statement on fox tv

a publicity stunt.

This is not unusual, people like Ray Geisel need attention and unfortunately what he said or done has consequences. Obama will
be fine, Secret Service has definitely learned alot since President Kennedy, Ford, Reagan and by guarding both Obama and McCain, this the ultimate job that they would rather not fail at again.

It starts.

Well said Matt!!!!

Oh God! Here we go!

Matt is spot on. Jesse Jackson made the same kind of threat. But he's a celebrity ( I use the term loosely). Hypocracy

Why do opeople always think it is about race? can't this guy just be a sick person angry over obamas politics? didn';t he also threaten bush (who is white)? he just sounds sick:(

This is ridiculous! I guess as history shows, when great movements take place, there always certain individuals who want to stop them!

The good Lord said, touch not my annointed and do my prophets no harm. Obama is in the hands of the Lord and no man or thing is going to stop the work of the lord.

God has all power in his hand. I will continue to pray for Obama and his family.

Just like it says, Barack Obama has God's protection, and he certainly has my vote. God Bless him and his family.

Brett August 7th, 2008 4:38 pm ET

This is what Obama gets for projecting himself as the Messiah…Haha!

Brett your comments border on criminal as well…what yourself. He hasn't presented himself as the Messiah…just a major change from the BS we have dealt with over the last 8 years.

LOCK that ignorant guy up. How terrible that there are still sick racists like that out there.

A stupid man, sinister thoughts, strong desire for cheap fame - that is one toxic combination !

Magoo should stop pushing this messiah/celebrity angle. Psychos are out there who will feel their delusions have been confirmed.

Response to all those who say this guy was joking…he wouldn't have the arsenal he was found with if he was joking. Educate yourself on the story before you go off making misinformed… misleading comments.

What about Jesse Jackson?? He said he wanted to cut the man's nuts off.

Cathy:

"I challenge every single racist and ignorant person in this country to fight with your minds and not violence. If you really feel the way you feel then express it in words and not violence. Innocent and descent people should not be hurt because they don’t fit “your” norm. "

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There are those in your own corner that need this talk. Also, you left out sexual orientation in your "…gender, race, and religion" line.

Why is CNN reporting this guy had a 9mm handgun with armor piercing bullets. anyone who knows anything at all about wepons knows there in no such thing as a 9mm handgun that can do anything like that. how much false info can we take in the name of drama.

To Informed Florida Voter:

You are one sick puppy. If I understand your blog, you are suggesting that Barack Obama is being protected by the Devil's lieutenants because you believe that Sen. Obama is of the Devil.

I'm not sure if you are a racist, an insane Clinton or McCain supporter, or just a religious nut.

Whoever you are, I suggest you make an effort to come to know Barack Obama. His whole life has been devoted to others. Because he is greatly gifted, he presents a target to anyone in the public sector less gifted or intelligent. Certainly, I look forward to having a President whose intelligence will be a comfortable change from the past 7 years. I also look forward to his debates with John McCain, who in my opinion lacks sufficient insight to carry this nation forward in a difficult time.

Anyone and everyone, please let's all enter together and pray for Obama. Let's pray for his protection.
Let's all unite together whether republican or democrat and read
PSALM 91,Prayerof protection.

Obama may God protect you and shield you
from evil at all times.

What is sad is I see comments that say its was a joke .I Wonder if they found it funny if it where there father or brother. ! Thats who the senator is someones Husband, Father, Brother, Child. I know these Right wing crazies hate black people so I know more ingorance will spew until this is over!

He should be barred from gun purchases for the rest of his life.

Infact, anyone that gets caught making empty threats like this to ANYONE shouldn't be able to purchase a gun for the rest of their life (if this isn't already in place?)

Same with anyone that's been to counseling within 1-2 years for certain types of things.

it seems there are people out there who have nothing else better to do than bash one another. i'm sure this kinda thing happens to all president-elects. this election just happens to be a top-header for the era. who says its not a set up to make him look woe-is-me…..give me the votes…i've been threatened…at this rate i think a dog could just as well running for presdient…at least he's man's best friend, cant say that about the men running for presdient

What a bunch of hypocrites!

So a guy is sitting around yapping about the candidates and says what he would like to do to Obama.

When I read all of the hateful posts about Hillary and McCain and see all the posts on this I can’t help but wonder how hypocritical the Obama bots are!

The Obama Bots are crazier than this guy!!!

I am sure there are many, many more people sitting around and saying stuff like this all over the country. Maybe the government should detain all those who dare say anything naughty about the so-called messiah?

Lock him up and throw away the key…
I would give him less then two weeks in prison once the word spreads about his threats.

Hmmm….21st century politics. Feel the love.
There's a lotta angry rednecks out there, thinking about this. And a lot of people are scared to vote for Obama, because if the haters get their way, he won't be in office for long.
I just wonder how long it will be before they stop talking in code ("don't vote for a Muslim") and say what's really on their minds- an old fashioned lynching.

i hope some of you actually realize he threatened Bush too

Haters……how do you know he was white? Maybe you've seen a picture of him but I haven't.

Isaiah 54:17 (King James Version)

No weapon that is formed against [Barack Obama, his campaign, his presidency, his family ] shall prosper; and every tongue that shall rise against [Barack Obama, his campaign, his presidency, his family ] in judgment thou shalt condemn. This is [Barack Obama, his campaign,his presidency, his family ] heritage of the servants of the LORD, and [Barack Obama, his campaign, his presidency, his family ] righteousness is of me, saith the LORD.

Bless you and your family Mr. President Obama

It's time for REAL change in Washington, it's time to elect Barack Obama for president !

Amen !

Well Matt, Obama isn't a traitor like our sitting president is… (Traitor to his oath to uphold the constitution)

Geez, I knew the PUMA people were nuts but this is getting way out of hand!

@ Matt & Haters

How could you compare a self admitted mentally ill person with a loaded rifle, pistols, body armor, armor piercing bullets, and much more who said "I will kill him myself." to Jesse Jackson who was talking about issues? I'd like for both of your records to be looked at as well.

This just shows how much racism STILL exists in the United States. I wonder about people like you Brett. Regardless who you endorse, nobody deserves this.

The difference is Matt, that when asked BY THE SECRET SERVICE, he:

told agents that "if he wanted to kill Senator Obama he would simply shoot him with a sniper rifle."

When the Secret Service is asking you questions, YOU DO NOT JOKE! If he had said it was an off the cuff remark and he didn't mean it, this would be over

CNN…shame on you. YOu need to delete the comments regarding accusations that Hillary had something to do with it. Its ignorant, its offensive, and it has NO place here!

I've been afraid of something like this all along. He was not joking and this is really sad. There will probably be others. We should all include
both Senators, their families and the Secret Service in our prayers.

did he actually do something?

Barack Obama, " This union may never be perfect, but generation after generation has shown that it can always be perfected. That politicians may not be perfect but they can always be perfected."

Barack Obama is the first to address the issue of race. In the past, we have always walked on "eggshells" pretending that things were "fine" until this brave man stepped forth and lay everything before us.

Thank you Barack Obama…..

God Bless Senator Obama and soften the heart of all the crazy lunatics that would dl him harm

Let's all calm down, shall we? This was not orchestrated by Hillary or McCain. To put it simply, there are just a bunch of crazy, hateful people in this world, just like on this message board.

Let's put things in perspective, every presidential candidate of this caliber has been threatened in some capacity. This is nothing new.
But of course, this must be taken seriously as this is a serious threat.
Offenders must be punished for their duranged thinking and threatening no matter who the target.

Obama "08

I appreciate some comments regarding a double-standard and Jesse Jackson. However, I encourage those of you who have written about a double-standard, as well as everyone who has commented, to read the full text of the Secret Service agent's affidavit.

Working even tangentially in the penal system Raymond Hunter Geisel should have known comments like his are not taken as jokes. Case in point, try using the word bomb in a joke with a TSA agent at the airport.

Geisel needs removal from mainstream society and psychiatric attention.

Hillary 08!

Matt- That's ABSURD. This is so typical of the republican mind-set. Perfect example of how much we need CHANGE!

To the Anonymous Coward who said: "Can't the Secret Service take a joke?" It's their job not to.

Threats at airports are taken seriously, why not take it seriously when it's directed at someone specifically?

This man is more than a presedential hopeful. He has a family that loves him and it'd be devasting to lose him to some senseless, angry, selfish idiot.

Let's all calm down, shall we? This was not orchestrated by Hillary or McCain. To put it simply, there are juat a bunch of crazy, hateful people in this boards, just like on this message board.

Let's put things in perspective, every presidential candidate of this caliber has been threatened in some capacity. This is nothing new.
But of course, this must be taken seriously as this is a serious threat.
Offenders must be punished for their duranged thinking and threatening no matter who the target.

Obama "08

I'm not for Obama either, but I don't wish harm upon him…

HOWEVER

locking someone up for making a comment that he'd like to kill someone else, another American, is a little extreme….I'd say there are, maybe, 40 million people in the United States who at some point told someone they wish someone else was hurt or dead or both…I know I don't want my taxes going to pay for these peoples' food and entertainment in jail if they are not a REAL threat to anyone. I seriously doubt this pansy would try anything, honestly.

can you say "straight Jacket"?

If this guy really meant to kill Obama - he would not be saying it out loud. Get a grip people. Focus on why Obama is losing his edge.

We are so tired of seeing him and his acting Presidential.
Is there no room for humility ? When will he debate McCain ?
Afraid of looking stupid on National TV ? Can't possibly be.. can it ?
If Obama is our Messiah, he should be able to outshine an old geezer like McCain. Why is he afraid to ?

If insane Clinton backers don't back off, they will have to share responsibility if anything untoward happens to Barack Obama. The hatred they have generated is almost impossible for me to believe, some of the vitriol coming from people for whom I have had the highest regard, until their twisted hate-filled rhetoric directed at a man who is for the most part gentlemanly and caring in his treatment of Hillary. Only the Annie Oakley comes to mind as something I wish he h