Comments on: New Details: Man held for alleged Obama assassination threat

By: qrstuv

qrstuv — Fri, 08 Aug 2008 00:27:51 +0000

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.

By: informed voter in fl

informed voter in fl — Fri, 08 Aug 2008 00:27:29 +0000

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.

By: War Crimes

War Crimes — Fri, 08 Aug 2008 00:26:48 +0000

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.

By: Dominique

Dominique — Fri, 08 Aug 2008 00:26:22 +0000

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.

By: Jim Bob Zeebo

Jim Bob Zeebo — Fri, 08 Aug 2008 00:26:17 +0000

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.

By: RD

RD — Fri, 08 Aug 2008 00:25:50 +0000

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.

By: arlene, CA

arlene, CA — Fri, 08 Aug 2008 00:25:28 +0000

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

By: j

Fri, 08 Aug 2008 00:25:24 +0000

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.

By: MarkieBee

MarkieBee — Fri, 08 Aug 2008 00:24:50 +0000

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!

By: Willy

Willy — Fri, 08 Aug 2008 00:24:24 +0000

Who cares

By: The truth will set you free!

The truth will set you free! — Fri, 08 Aug 2008 00:24:10 +0000

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!!

By: Cling to Your Gun

Cling to Your Gun — Fri, 08 Aug 2008 00:20:03 +0000

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.

By: Jocelyn

Jocelyn — Fri, 08 Aug 2008 00:19:20 +0000

The PRESENCE OF THE LORD IS HERE!!!

By: smoothy

smoothy — Fri, 08 Aug 2008 00:18:21 +0000

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

By: lindsayyy

lindsayyy — Fri, 08 Aug 2008 00:18:07 +0000

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

By: Astounded

Astounded — Fri, 08 Aug 2008 00:17:47 +0000

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.

By: Jocelyn

Jocelyn — Fri, 08 Aug 2008 00:17:40 +0000

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.

By: Risk

Risk — Fri, 08 Aug 2008 00:17:19 +0000

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. .

By: THe HeiR

THe HeiR — Fri, 08 Aug 2008 00:16:43 +0000

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.

By: The truth will set you free!

The truth will set you free! — Fri, 08 Aug 2008 00:16:31 +0000

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

By: Jody Monroe

Jody Monroe — Fri, 08 Aug 2008 00:16:24 +0000

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.

By: Dood

Dood — Fri, 08 Aug 2008 00:15:21 +0000

Just another reason not to vote for Obama.

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

By: simone NY

simone NY — Fri, 08 Aug 2008 00:14:06 +0000

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.

By: shannon

shannon — Fri, 08 Aug 2008 00:13:16 +0000

OBAMA IN 2008/2012

By: Kitty

Kitty — Fri, 08 Aug 2008 00:12:23 +0000

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!

By: Chris

Chris — Fri, 08 Aug 2008 00:11:38 +0000

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.

By: Mary

Mary — Fri, 08 Aug 2008 00:11:25 +0000

We must all stand together to keep him safe.

By: Floridian for Obama

Floridian for Obama — Fri, 08 Aug 2008 00:11:14 +0000

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

By: Tony, Miami

Tony, Miami — Fri, 08 Aug 2008 00:09:26 +0000

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.

By: Latina for obama(NJ)

Latina for obama(NJ) — Fri, 08 Aug 2008 00:08:49 +0000

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

obama 08

By: victor

victor — Fri, 08 Aug 2008 00:08:09 +0000

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.

By: host-face-Killah II

host-face-Killah II — Fri, 08 Aug 2008 00:07:41 +0000

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

By: Swimfast

Swimfast — Fri, 08 Aug 2008 00:07:21 +0000

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.

By: linda from South Dakota

linda from South Dakota — Fri, 08 Aug 2008 00:06:46 +0000

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

By: Good should prevail

Good should prevail — Fri, 08 Aug 2008 00:06:42 +0000

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.

By: Carl

Carl — Fri, 08 Aug 2008 00:06:28 +0000

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.

By: Nobama

Nobama — Fri, 08 Aug 2008 00:04:45 +0000

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.

By: Disgusted Citizen

Disgusted Citizen — Fri, 08 Aug 2008 00:04:31 +0000

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.

By: Kirk

Kirk — Fri, 08 Aug 2008 00:01:27 +0000

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.

By: dion s.

dion s. — Fri, 08 Aug 2008 00:01:07 +0000

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

By: Chanda-Cincinnati

Chanda-Cincinnati — Fri, 08 Aug 2008 00:00:14 +0000

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.

By: Angi's mom

Angi's mom — Thu, 07 Aug 2008 23:58:53 +0000

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.

By: Henry in Houston

Henry in Houston — Thu, 07 Aug 2008 23:58:31 +0000

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

By: mox

mox — Thu, 07 Aug 2008 23:58:12 +0000

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.

By: From Texas

From Texas — Thu, 07 Aug 2008 23:57:47 +0000

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

By: Michele, Oregon

Michele, Oregon — Thu, 07 Aug 2008 23:57:23 +0000

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!

By: A Woman In California For Obama

A Woman In California For Obama — Thu, 07 Aug 2008 23:57:12 +0000

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.

By: Chuck

Chuck — Thu, 07 Aug 2008 23:56:31 +0000

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.

By: David C

David C — Thu, 07 Aug 2008 23:56:15 +0000

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

By: Eddie D

Eddie D — Thu, 07 Aug 2008 23:55:09 +0000

Cathy,

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