August 12, 2008
Posted: August 12th, 2008 04:40 PM ET

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John Kerry's new ad, 'Fenway,' shows him giving Sean Bannon a purprle heart.
John Kerry's new ad, 'Fenway,' shows him giving Sean Bannon a purprle heart.

(CNN)— Massachusetts Senator John Kerry, facing his first Democratic primary challenger in 24 years, released his first campaign ad Tuesday spotlighting his record on veterans issues.

The 60-second spot, “Fenway,” tells the story of Iraq war veteran Sean Bannon, and how Kerry personally touched his life.

“I know how much he’s done for vets like me,” Bannon says of Kerry, praising Kerry’s record pushing for more funding for veterans’ mental health and education benefits, and his efforts on behalf of the move to boost the minimum death benefits for the families of military members from $12,000 to $250,000.

Kerry awarded Bannon his purple heart at Fenway Park on Patriots Day, and surprised him by being able to throw the first pitch of the game.

“John Kerry, he goes to bat for all us vets,” Bannon says.

The four-term senator and Vietnam veteran is being challenged in the September 16 primary by Massachusetts lawyer Ed O’Reilly.

Most recently, O’Reilly has challenged Kerry to a debate before their fall face-off.

Some critics say Kerry could face a more challenging re-election because of the decision to endorse Sen. Barack Obama for president over Sen. Hillary Clinton, who won his state’s Super Tuesday primary with 56 percent of the vote.

Watch: Kerry endorses Obama for president

“I don’t think you have to be a mathematician to divine that Senator Kerry's early endorsement of Senator Obama put our opponent on the ballot,” said Kerry’s press secretary Brigid O’Rourke.

update from O'Reilly after the jump

Because of the long and “passionate” primary season, “many of Sen. Clinton’s supporters have made it clear that they wanted to register their displeasure with Sen. Kerry’s endorsement,” said O’Rourke adding that the senator has been able to put the past behind him.

The initial ad buy of $300,000 began airing Tuesday in Boston and Springfield, and on cable television throughout the state and in Providence, Rhode Island, whose media market includes parts of Massachusetts, according to Kerry’s campaign.

The winner of the September primary will face Republican Jeff Beatty, a former Army Delta Force Officer, in the general election this November.

Update: Ed O’Reilly tells CNN he has a couple hundred thousand dollars to spend, but it has yet to be decided how much money will be allocated for campaign ads.

“There is no way I can compete with John Kerry’s money,” said O’Reilly. “When I first started this campaign I realized to take him on I had to do it on the ground and I couldn’t do it on the airwaves."

Filed under: Barack Obama • Hillary Clinton • John Kerry


Jan Ill.   August 12th, 2008 9:48 pm ET

Good luck to you Mr.O Reilly as a Hillary supporter I sincerely hope that you get the job done. Mr. Kerry had the support of the Clintons in the last election and we can all see that there is no loyalty in Washington but many Judas.

Irma   August 12th, 2008 9:45 pm ET

I supported and volunteered for Kerry in '04. I drove where ever help was needed at my own expense. However, after seeing how he never once stood up against the sexism, thus encouraging the use of it but was ready to jump at any incling of racism, I no longer support him. I am a black, Puerto Rican and this primary was extremely offensive in regards to top DEMS such as Kerry and others in the Gentlemen's Agreement in their bashing of WOMEN.

Ron Democrat turned independent   August 12th, 2008 9:45 pm ET

he turned his back on his constituents for a smile from obama but i guess he didn't notice that sen obama's whole deal relies on ifs. if there is no windfall profit well it's not my fault right and if he taxes the big companies and they move their operations elsewhere well no jobs right but it's not my fault. and if you lose your seat well can't help you right not my fault

USArmyVet   August 12th, 2008 9:44 pm ET

Admit it Andrew, your just another phony republican, pretending to be a Hillary supporter.

Reality check #1   August 12th, 2008 9:42 pm ET

Out with Kerry! He has shown poor judgement in the Presidential race. He should have supported the candidate his state overwhelmingly supported. That is why he was voted into office, to be the voice of the majority of voters in his state. Kerry had no regard for them and is a sexist. Next to go should be Pelosi and Kennedy.

Veteran for Obama   August 12th, 2008 9:41 pm ET

Kerry is a victim of the lies and deceipt of the Republican attack machine and should be running for a second term as President. Unfortunately the GOP pulled the wool over too many people's eyes once again and look at the mess the U.S. is in. The U.S. is the laughing stock of the entire world thanks to the voters who were fooled by the GOP. Will they be fooled yet once again? I guess we'll have to wait and see.

DR. YES   August 12th, 2008 9:41 pm ET

who cares?as long as a democrat is elected?

Ken   August 12th, 2008 9:40 pm ET

Hey Barbara, McWarmonger is a vet, Obama isn't. McWarmonger's son is fighting in Iraq, Obama never fought in a war. Nice try

Penn   August 12th, 2008 9:37 pm ET

John who? oh you mean that guy that was on the ticket with John Edwards (he who put the vice in VP).

scott winter haven   August 12th, 2008 9:32 pm ET

It's what you do while they are there Mr. John "Why the Long Face" Kerry. Mr. Kerry has many many accomplishments while at home including anti war rants while our troops are in harms way and undermining our President for politicial gain. Letting a hero do your bidding is sad.

jimmy   August 12th, 2008 9:28 pm ET

THE PRIVILEGES OF WEALTH AND POWER : ARROGANCE AND SELF SERVICE

Rob   August 12th, 2008 9:18 pm ET

Yeah!

McCain 08!

Hillary 2012!

Go Ed! Beat Kerry's sxxx out!

VOICE OF REASON   August 12th, 2008 9:17 pm ET

KERRY........LETS SEE............ISNT HE THE ONE WHO RATTED US OUT TO THE VIET CONG OR SOME OTHER BACKWOODS BRAWLERS DURING VIETNAM. WHICH VETERANS IN PARTICULAR SHOULD HE BE PROUD OF GIVEN HIS DISTASTE FOR THE REALITIES OF WAR. MORE HYPOCRISY THAN THE LUDICHRIS/OBAMA CRAP SONG THINGY. THIS IS LIKE EATING M&M;S AND GETTING ONE WITH A LIQUID CENTER. WHAT COULD IT HURT? RIGHT? LEAVE THE GOOD MAN ALONE RIGHT? PATRIOT RIGHT? JANE FONDA WILL PICKET HIS WIFES ESTATE FOR THIS....YOU'LL SEE!!!!!

informed florida voter   August 12th, 2008 9:12 pm ET

Kerry is a loser. As a veteran, I am ashamed that he uses us as a crutch to further his career. He and Obama should get together for a limo ride.

dennis from chicago   August 12th, 2008 9:12 pm ET

REMINDS ME OF O BAMA HOW HE RAN UNOPPOSED FOR THE ILLINOIS SENATE UNTIL ONE MONTH BEFORE THE ELECTIONS

jimmy   August 12th, 2008 9:11 pm ET

Do Americans want a Candidate who goes against the wishes and votes of his own constituents? NOW it appears why he was defeated in his bid to be president. He cannot be trusted to lead
the American people if he cannot be trusted to do what his own constituents wanted and voted for. They voted for Hillary Clinton.
Better ask Kerry what Barak Obama 's credentials are even be a candidate for president. Obama's rhetoric and media darling covergae has Kerry wanting the same thing off Obama's coat tails.

dennis from chicago   August 12th, 2008 9:09 pm ET

NOW YOU SEE WHY EDWARDS COULDN'T EVEN PULL NORTH CAROLINA FOR KERRY.....good vice president pick for o bama.....worked on clinton..... that a boy you really kow how to do it THE CELEB WAY//./

jimmy   August 12th, 2008 9:04 pm ET

This election in which Kerry would be facing a tough opponent is cause for alarm for him. He it is who switched allegiance form his own State's vote for Hillary Clinton to Obama . Now Kerry wants to have the support of Veterans who do not change allegiance no matter what. Kerry knows about swift boating and still reels from the beating he took in his presidential bid where he was leading in the
polls. Now , he is in a real contest to keep his seat in the senate.
A defeat in his re-election bid is the finishing blow to his political career.

BV   August 12th, 2008 8:58 pm ET

I love how PUMA Hillary supporters cite the 'nastiness' 'cruely' and 'hate' of the Obama supporters like myself, yet they have no problem calling for the jobs of people like Senator Kerry (whom most of them most likely voted for in 2004), Howard Dean (who has done the BEST JOB of any DNC Chair in years), and of all people, the FIRST Madam Speaker, Nancy Pelosi.
So lets get this straight–Obama supporters are nasty cruel and hateful, but Clinton supporters aren't, even though they want to personally and professionally destroy anyone who didn't support their candidate. Hypocrisy much?

OH   August 12th, 2008 8:55 pm ET

It seem most angry voters thought Senator Clinton had to be given the nomination before the process began.

It is called a campaign for several reasons but mainly that the nominees must work and win the nomination.

You folks seem not to realize that Senator Clinton lost because her management was in shambles.

I strongly believe if someone other than Senator Obama won, you all would be peeved too.

There can be only one winner and that person ran a better campaign AND more people choose that person.

It is not about having a Dem in office for many so called Dems; they simply have more fun splitting the party with their hate filled ways.

Kerry please stop sending me stupis emails   August 12th, 2008 8:45 pm ET

I am sick and tired of emails from John Kerry. I unsubscribed from your email list but for some reason you still send emails. I HATE YOU NOW!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!. I WISH YOU LOSE. I AM VOTING FOR MR. O'REILLY

Independant Thinker   August 12th, 2008 8:34 pm ET

You know, it is one thing for Kerry to bash Bush, but I lost whatever respect that I had for the man once he BASHED OUR TROOPS.

ALL politicians that BASH OUR TROOPS like Kerry, Pelosi, Murtha, Reid, and Dean NEED TO BE GONE !!

NH Mom   August 12th, 2008 8:31 pm ET

Kerry should pay a price for not supporting his constituents and for actively and aggressively attacking and being so set against the first female presidential candidiate. He was relentless in his attacks against Clinton.
I'm glad to see that another democrat is standing up against Kerry.

Roy - River Falls, WI   August 12th, 2008 8:25 pm ET

All members of congress ought to be banned from ever running again. Fresh faces, new names, new government.

jennyM   August 12th, 2008 8:16 pm ET

Senator Kerry - I hope he wins. Like him or not he is out front with what he thinks and he supports the vets unlike McCain who counts bodies and brags about it. I am sick of hearing how he was in a POW camp 40 years ago. If he wasn't so stupid to get shot down he could have come home and divorced his injured wife sooner. WHAT A PIG !

rachel   August 12th, 2008 8:15 pm ET

People on this board are funny. Umm yeah the elected officals dont take the oath to endorse presidential canidates, but they do take an oath to support their constituents, and Kerry chose not to do that, wonder if Obama will do an ad for him.

Ron Nebraska   August 12th, 2008 8:13 pm ET

You know, I spend a lot of time reading these various blogs and I have come to the conclusion that an extremely high percaentage of Americans are just as stupid as the day is long!!!!!

Liz   August 12th, 2008 8:10 pm ET

I hope John Kerry loses his senator's seat. He is a real loser and a hyprocrite. His supporters should not trust him and should vote for the other candidate. Time for him to be taught a lesson as he went against his voters who voted for Clinton.

Goodbye Mr. Kerry!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Liliana, FL   August 12th, 2008 8:06 pm ET

John Kerry who??

California Gold   August 12th, 2008 8:00 pm ET

His constituents can't go wrong re-electing Kerry. Unlike McCain, Kerry votes to support our veterans. McCain just says he supports the veterans, like some esoteric abstract concept. Then McCain votes against legislation to improve benefits for our military servicemen and servicewomen. Kerry walks the walk and it worthy of another term. I hope Arizona permanently retires McCain his run for the White House flops.

Please and Thank You   August 12th, 2008 7:58 pm ET

Thought the World of John Kerry as the Democratic Candidate for President in 2004. A true hero of voice and action he was drowned out by the similar CNN/Pundit 'stuff' that chased Hillary. John Kerry you were 'right' in 2004 but 'wrong' in 2008. I won't discredit you with the 'flip-flop' slap which has caught Senator NO EXPERIENCE Obama in it's sights, you have the experience the country still needs.

What is wonderful about America is the ability to voice our opinions. What's wrong with America is playing the gender or any other 'card'. In the 21st Century, we should not only be 'color' but 'gender' blind and finally, as Martin Luther, John F. Kennedy and Ronald Regan all noted 'look and listen as all of us are Americans.

Unfortunately Kerry didn't even allow the primary process or the Voters in his state guide his selection. That's wrong but I still don't fault him for his selection and for the last 4 long 'NIGHTMARE' years of GW Bush which followed the 1st 4 long 'NIGHTMARE years of GW Bush where 537 people and 1 supreme court justice (Scalia) userped America's choice for President.

Why can't Kerry and 18 million other americans, including the certified group in Florida's election and those unfortunate souls in Michigan be right and Mr. Howard 'Yeehaw' Dean, Reid and Pelosi be wrong..or even better...everyone be 'right' and Obama and Clinton listen to America and join on the same ticket..now that's a WINNER!

Doesn't like Kool-aid   August 12th, 2008 7:58 pm ET

As a Veteran, I know that Sen. Kerry does not help out the vets. Talk to any vets and they understand that Sen. McCain is the one who has helped out the most. They understand the new G.I. Bill was full of different stuff that did not help the G.I.
Wasn't it Kerry who said if you don't graduate from college and get an education you will be sent to Iraq??? Ya, he loves us combat vets. Real winner.

OK in CA.   August 12th, 2008 7:57 pm ET

Why does the press tout the blogs as an intelligent arena for information. For one tid-bit of valuable information I have to sort through rabid comments from hateful and misinformed fans of politicians.

Lee/Vet   August 12th, 2008 7:55 pm ET

Sounds like we have three major parties, Republicans, Democrats and Haters against the Democratic Nominee. Senator Kerry has done a lot for us veterans and if that means he should lose his job because he supported a candidate for President, then maybe the we active duty veterans should consider why we are fighting for democracy when the very people we are fighting for feels we should not have our own voice when it comes to electing "OUR" Commander and Chief.

Go get'em John.

Peter of Oregon   August 12th, 2008 7:54 pm ET

Kerry's a good American.

Griff   August 12th, 2008 7:53 pm ET

Kerry's biggest mistake was siding with Barack Obama... He keeps getting it wrong... Poor Sucker...

MasterZ   August 12th, 2008 7:52 pm ET

Kerry needs to go away. Period.

Megan   August 12th, 2008 7:51 pm ET

Andrew– how are you a Democrat and voting for McCain? Are you completely brainless? If McCain gets in office for 08, there will BE NO CLINTON in 12!! The Republicans would not let it happen. If you McCain is going to be bad enough where she could become president in 2012, then you are an even bigger moron for voting for him this time around. Does anyone on here complaining about Hillary have a mind of their own?

Scott L   August 12th, 2008 7:49 pm ET

Who cares, Obama will get crushed just like Kerry and the Democratic party will have no clue where to go from here. Democratic candidates are so weak and have no experience. Obama is going to get decimated in November. Mark my words people! :-)

hillary   August 12th, 2008 7:48 pm ET

Danny, Hillary supporters are not racists.....you are showing your ignorance when you keep referring to Hillary supporters as racists.....I guess if you are correct, then you are a SEXIST?????

Steve   August 12th, 2008 7:46 pm ET

President Bush should have lost in a landslide in '04. John Kerry is such a buffoon he couldn't even really keep it close. I hope he gets beat in the primary.

hillary   August 12th, 2008 7:46 pm ET

Obama will lose just like Kerry.......just like Mondale, just like Dukakis......

Nan   August 12th, 2008 7:45 pm ET

Black people take notice. if they punish kerry because of his endorsement of obama, please never vote for the clintons or for that matter any democratic candidate forever. if its democrats against democrats today, then it should be forever.
i m quite disgusted.

AMW   August 12th, 2008 7:43 pm ET

Kerry supports Obama and did a turncoat on Clinton. He should be voted out of the Senate. Him along with Pelosi, Reid, and the entire group of DNC people who have insisted on pushing Obama down our throats. They do not represent what the Democratic Party was all about.....every vote should count – from day one.

Vote for Country – Vote McCain!

NSmith, New York, NY   August 12th, 2008 7:38 pm ET

" He and Kennedy are the big families in the state and didn't even back their constituents decision on Hillary for President. " Ridiculous. Elected representatives don't take and oath of office to donate their Presidential primary or general vote to match that of a majiroty of their constituents. Come on. You can criticize him, but at least let it be on something legitimate.

Canadian black & white man for Obama.   August 12th, 2008 7:33 pm ET

Go win Kerry.

Chris   August 12th, 2008 7:32 pm ET

Why oppose Kerry? He's a fine Senator, and he will win in a landslide. Don't unnecessarily jeopardize a Senate seat.

chicklit   August 12th, 2008 7:30 pm ET

How are the Clintons responsible for John Kerry having an opponent in the fall election?

Oh, that's right the MA voters gave the nod to Hillary in the primary.

How dare the voters express their choice? How dare they not follow in lockstep to the Democratic senior leadership, like Kerry, Kennedy, Pelosi and Dean.

Think it's called democracy.

Danny from OH   August 12th, 2008 7:30 pm ET

Andrew, are you obsessed by Hillary? Goodness Gracious. Who cares about McCain '08 and whoever '12?
Just let it go you haters and racist. This topic is about Kerry not Hillary if you cared to read before writing. Cry babies.

Lyle   August 12th, 2008 7:27 pm ET

Mr. Kerry lost all credibility when he endorsed Mr. Obama. As with most “name brand” politicians who crowned Mr. Obama the winner, before the race was run, Mr. Kerry has shown the world that he suffers from dangerously poor judgment.

mark   August 12th, 2008 7:25 pm ET

Obama for president!!

Tom   August 12th, 2008 7:22 pm ET

As I read a little farther, I see that this is now the Clinton's fault too – my goodness you bamakids give them more power than any couple could ever have. I suppose they cause sunspots, meteors that one day might wipe out our planet and the black hole (oh sorry, I forgot we can't use that space term anymore – how about the really, really dark gray hole?). Regardless, it ain't the Clinton's fault that Kerry chose to not back his constituents decision and that they may vote him out because of it – that's his (and their) decision. He had a choice and so do they – that's America kids!

Anita from Arizona   August 12th, 2008 7:18 pm ET

Why are the Clinton supporters being so divisive?? What happened to party unity? They are totally to blame for all this.

Tom   August 12th, 2008 7:15 pm ET

Go Andrew! I couldn't agree more.

Paul   August 12th, 2008 7:15 pm ET

The problem lies with enormous head sizes of Bill O'Reily and Karl Rove. These guys are direct decendants of the Neanderthal peoples.

Former republican white man from california for Obama   August 12th, 2008 7:12 pm ET

It is funny the democratic party has overthrown its left wing extremists and the GOP is still safely controlled by right wing extremists. Thank god Bill And Hillary are no longer a threat to American Politics. If Sen Obama has done nothing else in his life at least he was able to restore the Democratic party back to its core values and yes those include Christians not just liberal atheists.

jackson   August 12th, 2008 7:12 pm ET

Wasn't it Clinton who repeatedly emphasized the right of Super Delegates to break away from their constituency and vote their conscience? Why shouldn't similar advice apply to Senator Kerry?

jamie   August 12th, 2008 7:11 pm ET

Experiance. McCain 26 years U.S. senate/congress.22 years military.

Experiance.Obama 143 days on the Senate floor.
Military=0 days.LoL...

Thats an easy choice for president! McCain 2008/2012...

Debby   August 12th, 2008 7:11 pm ET

If Kerry has to campaign and debate then he is in trouble.

CE   August 12th, 2008 7:10 pm ET

Kerry is only the first of many elected officials who now have to face their constituents. The elected officials who ignored the majority of their constituents to help "select" a Democratic Party nominee will now see what a mistake they have made. They were elected by the people to represent the people and they have failed! Their arrogance is matched only by Obama.

Its is not too late for the super delegates to fix their mistake. They can change their support to Senator Clinton so the Democrats will win in November OR they can start job hunting when their next term expires.

ran   August 12th, 2008 7:07 pm ET

FEAR/ HATE AN'T GOING TO WORK ANYMORE. VOTE DEMOCRAT IF YOU ARE SERIOUS ABOUT CHANGE.

IF NO OBAMA '08

NO HILLARY'12

PUMAS NEED TO GET BEHIND OBAMA.

ClintonDem4Cynthia08   August 12th, 2008 7:07 pm ET

John Kerry is a failure; like the rest of the politicians who looked the other way while Bush destroyed this country. Vote him OUT in 2008.
Enough is enough.

Marge Hibbing Mn   August 12th, 2008 7:05 pm ET

I hope to heck he gets buried and they forget who he is. Just like I hope every single solitary MAN who came out to kiss obama's butt loses.

VETERANS FOR AMERICA   August 12th, 2008 7:05 pm ET

IT IS TO BAD MCCAINS VOTING RECORD ON VETERAN ISSUES IS NOT AS STRONG AS KERRY'S. MCCAIN IS AN ILLUSIONIST FOR VETERAN VOTING SUPPORT.

OBAMAISAFRAUD   August 12th, 2008 7:05 pm ET

Kerry needs to be voted out along with the three stooges (Pelosi,Coward Dean and Reid) Anyone who has helped to put this empty suit up as the nominee needs to be punished!! Dump the Fool-Aid!!

Walt, Belton,TX   August 12th, 2008 7:02 pm ET

John Kerry cares for Vets. That sounds terrific! At least he's not lying about his own service, if you can call it that. I appreciate anything he can do for those who truly serve.

Proud to be American   August 12th, 2008 7:02 pm ET

Kerry will be okay and true Democrates will vote for him – the Hillary (repugs) never would have voted for him anyway... we all know if Hillary and Bill would have won the nomination then McCain would be a sure win

Jonathan of Virginia   August 12th, 2008 7:01 pm ET

comments not "comment" (for above comment)

lori Fort Collins,Colorado   August 12th, 2008 6:58 pm ET

Andrew....YOU are the radical!! It's thinking like yours that could elect another Bush to the White House...hope there isn't enought of you narrow minded people to elect McCain. We already know there isn't enought of you clowns to elect Clinton...she LOST the primaries. Why is that so hard for you silly people to understand.

Jonathan of Virginia   August 12th, 2008 6:53 pm ET

To "Farrell, Houston, Texas"
Your comment sir are as absurd as they are erroneous. Why?
1.) It was McCain who consistently and vociferously excoriated Rumsfield's handling of the war – demanding his resignation and even attracting the acrimony of his own party.
2.) John McCain's sons are themselves currently fighting active duty, one in Iraq and one in Afghanastan.
3.)McCain has been a tireless crusader throughout his adult life and tenure in Congress for veterans- going so far as to co-sponsor legislation with democrats such as John Kerry and Carl Levin to improve veteran care and to have the bodies of soldiers in foriegn lands returned to the United States for proper burial.
4.) Furthermore, McCain has a long record of supporting iniatives to increase military spending for the very things that you mention i.e. body armor, while democrats in congress have consistently opposed such measures. Obama has even voted several times to deny funding to the very troops in Iraq that you claim are the "real heroes". Finally, If democrats are so concerned that our troops be properly equipped they ought to support military spending perogatives in times of peace or cease complaining that they aren't when war breaks out.

Perhaps you should look to News sources other than Countdown with Kieth Oberman and Moveon.org

McCain 08'

JoelWhy   August 12th, 2008 6:49 pm ET

All these PUMAs need to keep something in mind: All the resentment and anger they've been spewing for the past few months has increasingly alienated the Obama supporters. If McCain wins this election, a lot of people are going to blame Hillary-supporters, and that resentment is going to come back and bite her when she tries to run again.

Eric, Washington   August 12th, 2008 6:47 pm ET

Kerry's career should be over because he did not follow the will of the people in his state. Next will be Dean, Brazille, Pelosi and Reid.

snowhite   August 12th, 2008 6:46 pm ET

I voted for Kerry in 2004.What a mistake-at that time I voted for every Democrat that ran,also a mistake.The Democrats especially Kerry,Pelosi and horrible Howard Dean have taught me a lesson I won't forget.This coronation of Obama is the straw that broke the camels back.Making rules that were made up along the way sure screwed this party up.Whose idea?Who knows?Don't care.There is no enthusiasm for this supercircus in Denver.Hope the Pumas are looud and strong..

RJ, CA   August 12th, 2008 6:46 pm ET

All the biggest Democratic FLAKES and LOSERS seem to want to be "resurrected" and now to "redeem" themselves: Michelle Obama, Nancy Pelosi, and now Kerry. The other one, Edwards, isn't even worth mentioning. But that's a fitting run-up to the BIGGEST flake and looser of all - Obama - who will culminate the corrupt DNC convention most visibly of all. Sorry Hillary Clinton decided to keep such low company!

Democrat for John McCain   August 12th, 2008 6:45 pm ET

John Kerry is another liberal like Barack. He should be thrown out.

Nando, Florida   August 12th, 2008 6:34 pm ET

PUMA 's are small cats that hide in bushes .

Cynthia   August 12th, 2008 6:33 pm ET

Everyone needs to support the presumptive democratic nominee because we need to all come together to make sure that Senator McCain does not get in office. There is too much at stake to let hurt feelings get in the way of what is best for this country.

NEVEROBAMA   August 12th, 2008 6:33 pm ET

Oh please – he threw Hillary under the bus and I hope he does not get re-elected. Richardson will follow – There was no loyalties to the Clintons and whether the public wants to recoginze it or not Bill Clinton was a great president. The democratic party turned against a great political family.

So many blogs tell Hillary supporters to get over it but this is not over. Obama will lose the General Election.

Nick in Las Vegas   August 12th, 2008 6:32 pm ET

Good. I hope Kerry looses.

tee   August 12th, 2008 6:31 pm ET

Trust me when I say if Clinton and their supporters decide to cause ant more trouble they can consider their political careers goodbye.

Raymond Duke   August 12th, 2008 6:29 pm ET

Well why don't you post it, or is this a typical cnn left winger moderater.

Sylvia   August 12th, 2008 6:25 pm ET

Obama will win. John Kerry will be there with Obama.

Indiana Bob   August 12th, 2008 6:24 pm ET

Now you have to deal with PUMA. Like so many gutless Democrats, you were more concerned about backing the black candidate than the best candidate. See how that works for you.

PUMA - Vote for the best, black or white. Vote McCain and vote out Kerry, Pelosi, Reid. Fire Dean.

Karen - Missouri   August 12th, 2008 6:24 pm ET

How weird that anyone would support Democratic Hillary, then not support Kerry. This country is in very serious trouble and we NEED Democratic Congress and other state offices. Who cares if Kerry backed Obama...Obama is the best person to lead our country back to a "normal" status.

If voters can't vote for the ISSUES and how these candidates stand on them, then those voters need a good slap on the hand. And that goes too for the media that keeps bringing up these stupid references.

Vince   August 12th, 2008 6:24 pm ET

Buh Bye Kerry. Your next Pelosi.

Joe   August 12th, 2008 6:22 pm ET

I never liked John Kerry. I'm glad he has a democratic challenger. And why are ppl trying to stick this on the Clintons too when they had nothing to do with it? Kerry needs to step down!

California Matriarch   August 12th, 2008 6:22 pm ET

Obama needs the Clinton bloc of 18 million voters to win. Kerry should be reminded of this. Let's not forget this disturbing fact: Obama does not have the required number of superdelegates to clinch the nomination. He needs Clinton - she doesn't need him.

Pete, VA   August 12th, 2008 6:21 pm ET

Is that a picture of Kerry pinning medals on a vet? Wow... He must be "Reporting for Duty" again.

Hmm... Where is the one of him throwing them down during the Vietnam War? Kerry needs a real "Swift Boat" kick in the donkey.

Kim   August 12th, 2008 6:21 pm ET

Just the beginning.

Mary   August 12th, 2008 6:21 pm ET

John Kerry is a jerk! He needs to go. Its interesting that Obama is running on the thought that we need "change" in Washington and yet all the old Democrats that have been in Congress for years are supporting him. Obama needs to tell Americans to vote them out – but he never will because they support him and that's all it takes. I cringe everytime I see or hear John Kerry. Yuk!

Marc   August 12th, 2008 6:21 pm ET

I wish I lived in MA just to vote against this guy. The presidency was his for the taking and he screwed it up. Then, Mr. Flip-Flopper himself endorses his protege, Barack Obama. Yeah, time for change alright. Send this guy into retirement.

Capt. Smash, Salt Lake City, Utah   August 12th, 2008 6:21 pm ET

I hope Kerry wins by a landslide.

native NYer   August 12th, 2008 6:21 pm ET

Kerry is a patriot, no doubt to me, I was in the Nam too, not Audey Murphy, by any means, just did my job anybody that was there and came home won, our buddies they will forever be the Hero's. We by our sacrafice did prove a conscript army could be as strong as our Fathers were during their time in Hell. If the war was tobe won we would have done just that, but our mission was not for that purpose.
To bad you were swift boated John, those bastards made a name by walking on our buddies graves forever dam them and their bosses...

NotFallingInLine.org   August 12th, 2008 6:19 pm ET

Last I checked Senator Obama IS representing the Democratic Party NOT Senator Clinton.

John in Iowa   August 12th, 2008 6:13 pm ET

Ted Kennedy's endorsement couldn't do a thing for anybody. Obama was real successful in that state, wasn't he?

The Kennedys do nothing but rape American taxpayers year after year.

On 2nd thought, Kennedy did give one family $90,000 once. Of course it was after he left their daughter for dead in a sunken car.

Please!

Susan   August 12th, 2008 6:12 pm ET

We would be a much better country today if Kerry had taken the Oath of Office in January of '05' instead of Bush! I don't trust John McCain!

GoBama '08'

Charlene   August 12th, 2008 6:11 pm ET

This fight is only in the press and the blog with people without a life.
Me too. Kerry will win! Obama will win!!! Hillary will divorce Bill, he will get caught 'again'! McCain will divorce Cindy after she becomes sick and he will marry a younger woman!

Mr. Owens   August 12th, 2008 6:10 pm ET

anyone that help the Vets should be good. Right now this country sends the people to war and then kick them to the curb. A Man or a Lady goes to war, Loses a leg or some other serious injury and then get 40 % disability, The soldiers give 100% to get 40% back in return. This country is BACKWARDS, How do you expect someone with a brain injury to go out and find a stable job. This Country needs a Change very fast.

Cecil   August 12th, 2008 6:09 pm ET

Today's Campaign Contest: Count the Young White Women in McCain's Anti-Obama Video
August 12, 2008 9:30 AM

How many young white women professing adoration for Sen. Barack Obama, D-Illinois, can you count in this anti-Obama web video that the campaign of Sen. John McCain, R-Ariz, was sending out yesterday?

One...two...three...four...sure are a lot of young white women in this thing....

Why do you think they put so many young white women professing their love for Obama in what is clearly an anti-Obama video? What would possibly be negative about young white women liking Sen. Obama?

When asked, the McCain campaign says they took the video from local news packages, but of course that doesn't explain anything.

- jpt

UPDATE: McCain campaign senior adviser Mark Salter writes to say: "All we are suggesting is 'the kids think he's dreamy. But should he be president?'"

UPDATE 2: Looks like the McCain campaign has taken the video off youtube.

Vegas   August 12th, 2008 6:08 pm ET

Don't let the door hit you in the back on the way out loser!

Worst congress in history.... Bye Bye Kerry...

Joseph   August 12th, 2008 6:07 pm ET

I'm glad that O’Reilly is standing up for the people.

ljmoon   August 12th, 2008 6:06 pm ET

Kerry is an opportunist, he didn't even endorse his former running mate nor the candidates that campaigned for him while he was running for president (i.e.Clinton) instead he went for the McGovern of this generation which will probably cause us the white house when we were poised to grab it...I'm glad i vote in MA and will NOT be voting for him, his days are numbered and good riddance.

Independent from FL   August 12th, 2008 6:05 pm ET

NObama = NoKerry
"Karma"

BJ   August 12th, 2008 6:03 pm ET

All the Dems who endorsed Obama, Pelosi, Kerry et al. will lose their seats.

Leave Hill Alone   August 12th, 2008 6:03 pm ET

Will, NJ

Can you please explain how the Clinton have anything to do with this. I am a Clinton supporter, I support Obama, I do not belong to Puma and I am tired of people blaming anything and everything on a Clinton. Hillary Clinton is one of the most brilliant politicians to come along in years. She has supported Obama, regardless of what people are saying, and she deserves this countries respect for staying strong and playing in the big boy world of politics. I think if some of you get a cold, the first thing you do is jump on a blog and say its a Clintons fault. Grow up, learn some facts, look at real history...not rumor and for God-sakes people...learn how the process really works. Also, for those of you who claim PUMA people will be happy to see Hillary as VP, you don't know PUMA. I for one think Clinton is the logical choice..however just like Will in NJ comment, this has nothing to do with Kerry.

Karen, Tx   August 12th, 2008 6:00 pm ET

Thanks for the support Kerry.

Ian   August 12th, 2008 5:58 pm ET

He hasn't been challenged in over twenty years? This is supposed to be public service, not a career. This is rediculous.

Will, NJ   August 12th, 2008 5:51 pm ET

The Clintons seem to cause problems all over.

Andrew   August 12th, 2008 5:49 pm ET

John Kerry's career should be over just like his VP candidate Edwards is over. He and Kennedy are the big families in the state and didn't even back their constituents decision on Hillary for President.

Next, Dean, Ried, and Pelosi need to go.

We should have these radicals our of the party by 2012.

McCain '08, Hillary '12

Zela   August 12th, 2008 5:49 pm ET

This is another example of the evil the spews from the Hillary supporters. No one owed Hillary their endorsement, including Kerry. Why be angry with him because he supported/endorsed Obama? I wonder how you feel about Bill making remarks that cost her points in the polls. Should she divorce him? Everything I read about you lately make me wonder if you all have lost your minds.

Farrell, Houston, Tx   August 12th, 2008 5:49 pm ET

John Kerry cares more about our veterans than John McCain ever has. McCain didn't speak up when the Generals in Iraq asked Rumsfeld for better equipment to save lives and Rumsfeld denied them saying you go to war with what you got, McCain was silent. McCain didn't support the GI bill. McCain didn't vote for veterans to receive stimulous checks. McCain is a fraud when he uses his POW sign stating he is an American hero. OUR HEROS ARE STILL IN IRAQ AND MCCAIN FEELS SUCCESS OF IRAQ IS BASED UPON THE DEATH TOLL DROP OF AMERICAN SOLDIERS, THIS IS DIGUSTING AS MCCAIN IS DECEIVING.

Andrew   August 12th, 2008 5:49 pm ET

John Kerry's career should be over just like his VP candidate Edwards is over. He and Kennedy are the big families in the state and didn't even back their constituents decision on Hillary for President.

Next, Dean, Reied, and Pelosi need to go.

We should have these radicals our of the aprty by 2012.

McCain '08, Hillary '12

Barbara - 65 yr old white female in NC   August 12th, 2008 5:48 pm ET

Good Luck Sen. Kerry.

At least you support the vets – we have McGoo (the millionaire that needs nothing) running for Pres. and voting DOWN more health benefits for vets by saying they are "too extravagant".

Help the vets – they gave their all (they didn't make sabotage videos like McWarmonger)..

Don   August 12th, 2008 5:45 pm ET

too late!

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