August 12, 2008
Posted: August 12th, 2008 08:35 PM ET

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Lieberman is trying to help McCain appeal to independent voters.
Lieberman is trying to help McCain appeal to independent voters.

NEWARK, New Jersey (CNN) – If a running mate's chief role in a campaign is to play attack dog, then vice presidential prospect Joe Lieberman's audition is going swimmingly.

The Connecticut senator first questioned Barack Obama's patriotism and bipartisan record on Tuesday morning in Pennsylvania, saying the presidential contest is "between one candidate, John McCain who's always put the country first, worked across party lines to get things done, and one candidate who has not."

McCain's campaign later distributed those comments to reporters.

Lieberman, an Independent senator who caucuses with the Democratic Party, again sounded off to reporters on board McCain's campaign plane during a flight to New Jersey, praising the presumptive Republican nominee's record in the Senate and belittling Obama's.

"In the three and a half years Barack Obama has been in the senate with all respect, there is very little evidence of that kind of bipartisan outreach," said Lieberman.

"Barack Obama talks about bipartisanship," he continued. "John McCain has lived it, worked it, done it. That's why I think in the end, which is election day, which we hope is just the beginning, there are going to be many more Democrats who will vote for John McCain than Republicans who will vote for Barack Obama."

Faced with the V.P. question, Lieberman demurred.

Asked if he would accept a spot on the Republican ticket, he answered: "Uh, where?"

Filed under: Barack Obama • John McCain


Maerzie   August 13th, 2008 1:39 am ET

If Lieberman wants to make Mccain look good, the WORST thing he can do is bring up Senate voting records!! John McCain's record of voting in the Senate is the WORST of ALL the Senators in Congress, as he didn't even BOTHER to vote on 63.8% of the issues!! Go for it, Joe!!

But Lieberman has always sounded noisy and half-cocked to me, so I'm not surprised. He'd be a great V.P. for McCain as he is another war-monger, so would help turn off more voters, as the majority of voters are sick of all the murders and waste of money from Bush's war for oil! He has been dying to get elected for SOMETHING, even changing parties in his effort, so I think he should be rewarded!!

clarity   August 13th, 2008 1:32 am ET

...and Lieberman accuses BO of not "reaching across the aisle."
YES HE CAN!

NPA   August 13th, 2008 1:29 am ET

So libelman is appealing to independents by saying that Obama is not American enough to be president? Which independents is he appealing to?

Ovitshio Branco from Connecticut   August 13th, 2008 1:26 am ET

Two wrinkly old Men

Warmonger

Power monger

this is our Time , Time to change the old Politics

Mike, Vancouver BC   August 13th, 2008 1:25 am ET

For a man who cannot put roots down (an Independent senator who caucuses with the Democratic Party) it is unreasonable to think that anything he says about McCain of Obama could be trusted.

On one hand he pays the Democrats $115,000 and on the other he slams Obama to appease McCain.

I'd say he's the kind a guy I would keep at distance and eyes on.

Joe the schmoe Lieberman sits on a very narrow fence, in my mind he should be punted as far as the eye can see as he represents no one. Any support for this man is wasted effort and time.

GET RID OF HIM. Another old and wrinkly white haired fool.

Aida, CA - a Proud Democrat   August 13th, 2008 1:22 am ET

As the saying goes, with Democratic friends like Lieberman who needs enemies??? We don't need you Leiberman.

Nija   August 13th, 2008 1:21 am ET

History will judge you but not today.

Trollmaster   August 13th, 2008 1:20 am ET

Lieberman has just sunk to a new low for using textbook Nazi propaganda tactics:

"Voice or no voice, the people can always be brought to the bidding of the leaders. That is easy. All you have to do is tell them they are being attacked, and denounce the pacifists for lack of patriotism, and exposing the country to greater danger"

Herman Goering at the Nuremberg trials.

Carl from MI   August 13th, 2008 1:18 am ET

Time for Lieberman to become a Repuglican... oh, that's right!! He'd never get elected as one. And now he'll never get elected as a Dem either!!

When Obama wins in a landslide this November... Lieberman will quietly fade into the dust and just become a memory...

Sally, San Antonio, TX   August 13th, 2008 1:16 am ET

Lieberman is a terrible disappointment to Democrats...hopefully, the Democrats will no longer allow him to get away with his shenanigans. To think that he ran with Gore. His performance as the vice presidential nominee was just as disappointing as his disgusting backing of McCain!

Kal   August 13th, 2008 1:06 am ET

Interesting... what about Mr. Lieberman's senate record? How about the fact that you're nothing more than an agent for Israel. We know where your allegiance is Mr. Lieberman. Why not take a look at yourself in the mirror before you attack Mr. Obama's senate record?

Olaf Big   August 13th, 2008 1:01 am ET

No way. Lieberman won't win a single vote for McCain outside Connecticut. Neither democrats nor republicans can figure out what he stands for other than selling to the highest bidder, and most voters of any stripe dislike his preachiness

Genie, New Mexico   August 13th, 2008 12:53 am ET

Obama just isn't needed anymore-the war in Iraq is winding down and crude oil is dropping like a rock--time to send Obama back to the Senate where he can sip espresso with fat butt Hillary (wow–did you see the size of her backside-a lot of cheeseburgers there and too much sitting around in those comfy Senate seats).

nancy   August 13th, 2008 12:49 am ET

The words "GO TO HELL" come to mind when I see, hear or read about Joey.
He makes my skin crawl, which usually means there is something deceptive about the person.
ICKY.

Dan   August 13th, 2008 12:45 am ET

Again we see a negative spin of the opponent instead of a real discussion of the issues. This election might just prove to be different and not reward such tactics with votes.

jon sout carolina   August 13th, 2008 12:42 am ET

lieberman u suck and u help gore lose. go crawl under a rock

hakeemsdad   August 13th, 2008 12:38 am ET

Hey Back staber, are planning another loss as a VP?

Dan   August 13th, 2008 12:38 am ET

The only problem I have with Senator Lieberman's statement is with all due respect is "Which Country First" is he suppose to be standing for as our elected representative.

Senator Obama wants to work for America First and then honor or foreign obligations.

LIEBERMAN/MCCAIN ARE IDIOTS & HYPOCRITS   August 13th, 2008 12:38 am ET

You don't want a comment. You want an agreement, but many will never agree to the joke of the century. Lieberman and McCain, a waste of time and breath.

BlueDog Dem   August 13th, 2008 12:38 am ET

Traitor to his country first...by planting political time bombs and questioning another Americans patriotism.... and his party second by being disingenuous and ungrateful for the nice things we all said about you four years ago when nobody knew who you were.........

bush league   August 13th, 2008 12:32 am ET

Lieberman is an idiot.

ricardo williams   August 13th, 2008 12:27 am ET

Lieberman is very annoying. Is he really a Democrat or is he just a flea? A flea that seeks cover in the Democratic party sucking their blood and destroying it day by day.

RyanD.   August 13th, 2008 12:23 am ET

"Ever since their diaspora, Jews have been accused of putting something else - themselves, the dispersed Israelite people, then Israel itself - ahead of their own country. Jewish citizens of Russia, Germany and America, to pick just a few, have been slandered (and sometimes killed) for allegedly putting their allegiances to the Hebrew nation ahead of their patriotism toward the motherland, the fatherland or the homeland. This is vintage Protocols of the Elders of Zion.

And yet what do we hear today from Orthodox Jew Joe Lieberman?

Does Joe Lieberman not realize that he is using one of the oldest anti-semitic tricks in the book to accuse Obama of being the Islamic candidate?"

Obama 08'

Truth   August 13th, 2008 12:22 am ET

the harsh critique of droopy dog. I hope McCain picks him as his VP. Scary old men '08.

WilKo   August 13th, 2008 12:22 am ET

Let's discuss this...Joe Lieberman, the Democrats' Republican, and John McCain, the Republicans' Democrat, sharing a ticket...If borne out, this could be the most generally despised ticket to ever grace a general election. Some where beneath the din of the Dems and Reps respectively ranting against and haranging Sens. Lieberman and McCain over their choices, one wonders whether their policies and perspectives would get anything like a fair and open hearing. Senator Obama can only dream about this possibility.

Derek   August 13th, 2008 12:20 am ET

I've never been sure how Barack claims to be a uniter...uh oh...where have we heard that before? Inexperienced, likeable candidate who is a "uniter not divider". I think we've had enough of that in the past 8 years. Let's pick someone who actually walks the walk not just talks the talk.

Barack Obama and George W Bush = Two sides of the same coin.

PW, CA   August 13th, 2008 12:18 am ET

Lieberman is not an Independent....he's a prostitute

Jeff   August 13th, 2008 12:14 am ET

Why is this news? It's not a secret that BHO's record is 'short.' His appeal has been that he's new and hip, not that he necessarily is qualified.

Pat   August 13th, 2008 12:14 am ET

I cannot believe this. For years he was a Democrat. Now he is knocking down Obama and supporting McCain. What political agenda is he leaning to now? First, Democrat, then Independent and now ?Republican. Will it be Libertarian next? I can only think that he goes with whomever he thinks will butter his bread better. Is he angling for a VP post? Even if he sides with McCain (which is his democratic right) – I think it is very tacky for him to cutdown Obama if nothing more than remembering all the Democrat dollars that got him elected for many years. This is bad politcal taste at it's worse. I hope his state does not elect him for 4 more years when his term ends.

Nick K.   August 13th, 2008 12:14 am ET

Lieberman forgot to mention that Obama has worked closely with Sen. Richard Lugar (R-IN) on fighting the threat of nuclear proliferation. Obama and Lugar have travelled extensively together (to Russia and other places) researching this issue, and this experience would serve President Obama very well.

Obama has focused intensely on reducing the threat of loose nukes–much more than McCain has.

Lugar thinks very highly of Obama by the way. Of course Lieberman forgot to mention that too. Lieberman is not serving his country well by omitting this information.

The fact of the matter, Mr. Lieberman, is that Barack Obama would make a great President.

Obama in '08!

non white & non-black person   August 13th, 2008 12:05 am ET

Lieberman= Droopy the dog!
he should be kicked out of politics for being too pro-israel, he is really just thinking about himself, not our country. Hey Lieberman, you are an American not Israeli start acting like one. You have no rights to criticize Obama when you seem to have your own agenda for israel. we want our armymen back safe and sound, no more Iraq war. Stop the lies!

NoBama   August 13th, 2008 12:05 am ET

You tell 'em Joe. How anybody can vote for Obama is insane, 3.5 un productive years on the senate a "Present" vote on all the controversial issues and questionable patriotism. McCain is not the 3rd Bush. Get a clue Dems.

Trasa, Texas   August 13th, 2008 12:04 am ET

GREAT! 2 pinheads

James, Wichita, KS   August 12th, 2008 11:59 pm ET

McCain's favorite lackey has said something out of bounds.

Questioning Obama's "Americanism"... whatever that means.

Lieberman is a total slim which makes sense because he is part of a disgraceful campaign.

McCain's promise of a "civil" campaign long ago vanished. He is an angry old man that is itching for a fight. I take nothing for granted and hope that the warmongering McCain and Lieberman are denied their desire to scratch that itch.

BTW – trivia time:

1) Which candidate was not born in the USA?

2) Which presidential nominee had an affair on his wife?

3) Which candidate was born during the Great Depression?

ANSWERS

1) McCain, born in Panama.
2) McCain, the "celebrity" war hero cheated with many woman (one of which was Cindy) on his first wife Carol. Carol was in a terrible car accident and was no longer a "pretty model" wife which disgusted John... he bribed her into a divorce after finding his rich beer heiress Cindy by promising to pay her overwhelming amount of medical bills for life.
3) McCain was born in 1936... the Great Depression ended in the early 1940's. Other 1936 facts: Hitler was Chancellor of Germany, a New Ford was $600 & gas was 19 cents / gallon.

Greg   August 12th, 2008 11:57 pm ET

Joe, Don't you get it? You are not relevant. No one cares about what you think or what you say. Please sit down and be quiet. Better yet, go home and watch the Cindy McCain tape.

Wisconsin   August 12th, 2008 11:55 pm ET

Why is anyone writing about the suck up Lieberman?

INDEPENDANT VET   August 12th, 2008 11:55 pm ET

You would think that more would engage brain , an do what is best . But no way in hell , if they didn't think of it . they would never agree . Never seen so many hard headed Dem. All they know is , Obama , an lime lite.

I think , Joe has a lot going for him. At least he is trying to do right, not all these left turns, an Vacations, An flip , Flopping.

JFK   August 12th, 2008 11:54 pm ET

Obama would have to have a record to attack first....

K of TX   August 12th, 2008 11:52 pm ET

McCain and Leiberman tout bipartisanship for the sake of bipartisanship.

What have they done that has made the average American's life better?!?

We need elected officials not just to agree, but agree on policies that benefit us!

One Question:

Are you better off now than you were 8yrs. ago?

Obama '08, '12

McCain’s PHONY EXPRESS   August 12th, 2008 11:44 pm ET

Lieberman, please show up at every event McCain is at. I am always worried that poor old mcCain will keep on making mistakes or not know the answer.

Don't forget that Bush was at least a C student. McCain was at the bottom 5th of his academy (894th out of 898?). Only Gomer Pile and his cousins were lower than McCain.

WISH LIST: Its time we get a smart President for America!

dorothy   August 12th, 2008 11:42 pm ET

Lieberman, and John McCain, both just alike, FLIP! FLOP! Experience doing what in the White House? Joe Lieberman, and John McCain, are not even in touch with the Real World, the Economy, Gas prices, the Housing Prices, with another George Bush 3rd Term.
Wake up People! Vote for Barack Obama, the man who had the common sense to vote No on an Illegal War in Iraq. This Illegal War was about the Oil, and the United States in Debt for Billions!!!

Dorothy, OK

SamSunny   August 12th, 2008 11:38 pm ET

Could this guy be any more of a disappointment. A war monger like McCain, a traitor to his party, now a backstabber to Obama who supported him initially. And in the final analysis ....just a liar, plain and simple. Much like his buddy McCain who goes no where without Lieberman. Both of them have character issues.

Michael, Lorain, Ohio   August 12th, 2008 11:35 pm ET

Look for Lieberman to lose his chairmanship on his commitee if he keeps this up. Also, he promised not to critisize Obama, but looks like just another "Say one thing and Do the opposite" kind of politician.
No Intergrity what so eveah!

Justin from West Haven, CT   August 12th, 2008 11:34 pm ET

Lieberman would be a great VP pick, it would just give Obama a bigger margin of victory in CT because 20%+ isn't enough.

Alan Boyer   August 12th, 2008 11:34 pm ET

It's official. Joe Lieberman is now drinking John McCain toilet water.

Dave C - NJ   August 12th, 2008 11:32 pm ET

That was all in 2000, Lieberman. He's reversed his stance on all those bipartisan issues since then :)

Raymond Duke   August 12th, 2008 11:31 pm ET

Lieberman must be kidding. How can he slam Obama's record. He has none. All he does is vote present and sign on to someone elses bill. But I do agree that John McCain will put this country first and we all know thru Obamas own words , friends,(domestic terriost) wife's and reverends where america stands in their priorties.

former Repub   August 12th, 2008 11:31 pm ET

Liberman's a traitor who's finished in the democratic party and now he's eating in the enemies camp
I guess I'm guilty too for voting OBAMA

Dan, TX   August 12th, 2008 11:28 pm ET

McCain's campaign is built on lies. He is shooting himself in the foot. I'm beginning to feel sorry for him. He's a senile fool.

Obino   August 12th, 2008 11:19 pm ET

Liberman should shut up his mouth,. After these years in Senate, what has he achieved?

Atta boy Joe   August 12th, 2008 11:17 pm ET

Call him out on the carpet and tell'em like it is Joe. Obama is an empty suit who was a state legislator less then 4 years ago, and now he wants to be our president?? Pleaszzzz...

We need more elected leaders like Joe Lieberman in our government.

McDrill here and Now.   August 12th, 2008 11:17 pm ET

"Uh, where? what a beautiful couple!

Kay   August 12th, 2008 11:16 pm ET

Liberman is so much like john Mccain.He is old, inflexible and incapable of telling the truyh. He is a liability to Mccain just as he was to Gore.

The Truth Hurts   August 12th, 2008 11:12 pm ET

Interrsting that Joe Lieberman seems to always put Israel first, over America, including the invasion of Iraq, which was (at best was only a moderate) threat to Israel (as highlighted by the neo-conservatives Wolfowitz, Feith, et al in the mid-1990's), not the USA. He is far more guilty of his statement today of being un-American than any of the current candidates for president.

Dayahka   August 12th, 2008 11:07 pm ET

Lieberman sure is full of himself. This was Al Gore's downfall and major mistake, and the Demokrauts allow him to caucus with them! What a turncoat.

PulSamsara   August 12th, 2008 11:06 pm ET

Lieberman is a pathetic drool hanging from a thirsty camel's swollen blue testicle.

Nothing more – nothing less.

S. Boatman   August 12th, 2008 11:05 pm ET

Put Bush In The Middle Of This Picture And You Have The Three Stooges! . . . Without The Laughter!

libs be dopes   August 12th, 2008 11:05 pm ET

What record?

indignant   August 12th, 2008 11:02 pm ET

LIEBERMAN does not represent anyone on American soil. He pledged his allegiance to Israel long ago. He should be a registered lobbyist for them.

S. Boatman   August 12th, 2008 11:02 pm ET

YOU ARE NOT MY FRIEND AND WILL NEVER GET MY VOTE!

asdd   August 12th, 2008 11:00 pm ET

looserman go home!!!!!!!!!!

S. Boatman   August 12th, 2008 11:00 pm ET

You Are A Tool And A Fool! Dont Worry Because Your End Is Near! It Will Be Over This November! Mccain Has Been So Arrogant. . . Speaking On Behalf Of All Americans! Where Do You Get Off Speaking For Me Mccain! Speak For Yourself You Hypocrit!

Robert   August 12th, 2008 11:00 pm ET

Loserman needs to hid some where, in all his years in office, how much has he done to change what? Same thing go for McSame(Bush), he talks about all these issues, but why didn't he do anything about them in the Senate? Oh wait its Silly season.

We need to all wake up and regain out country from big business.

Lieberman puts Israel first   August 12th, 2008 10:57 pm ET

That's why Joe Lieberman is such a big supporter of the Iraq War – Israel wants U.S. troops permanently stuck in the middle easts. And Lieberman can be counted on support whatever Israel wants. This isn't good. American foreign policy should put America first.

Moreover, I don't think Israel – a nation with 1.3 million Palestinian refugees stuck in refugee camps for the past 40 years, deserves American support.

SO   August 12th, 2008 10:57 pm ET

Picking a President has really come down to whom is picked for VP,since it seems the VP has more power than the president.

Sherry   August 12th, 2008 10:56 pm ET

you and mccain need to retire and get on with your lives and quit causing problems and lies

Obama all the way for America

Kaci   August 12th, 2008 10:54 pm ET

Does Lieberman really think anyone is paying attention to him? An after there has been example after example of Obama reaching across party lines and the Republicans who worked with him speaking out – Lieberman appears to be as nutty as he sounds. And he is just continuing the ongoing smear questioning Obama's patriotism. I question Lieverman's. Who is this guy that got beat in the primary and changed parties so he could win? Sounds like he has allegience to himself only. I for one hope McCain does pick him as a VP running mate. It'll be a slam dunk for Obama.

Denise Groves   August 12th, 2008 10:53 pm ET

lieberman has no shame. in his book "audacity of hope," obama speaks of several instances were he worked with the repubs and other dems on bills.

Chuck Rush under the bus   August 12th, 2008 10:52 pm ET

Monotone at its best.

David   August 12th, 2008 10:51 pm ET

Mr. McCain is the obvious choice for the election.

It's time that people put the parties and partisonship aside and select the candidate that has paid his dues and has proven his allegiance to this country.

It's not about who can create the biggest sensational story in the media, it's about who can lead.

If any voter would just take one iota of time and research who is the more logical candidate, their research will prove, without a doubt, the candidate to be elected is John McCain.

We are all citizens that have been scorned by the Iraq war, no doubt. But running sheep off a cliff thinking that we are voting for something which a talker, crook, politician cannot deliver, is just plain insane.

The UNITED STATES OF AMERICA does not need change, it needs repair. We do NOT want to change our way of life and our Constitution,rather we want to repair our leadership.

It is only the experienced one that can effect the change we are looking for.

Give it a chance. As much as the far-outs want you to throw out the "baby" with the "bathwater", think about the roots of a candidate. Think about the service that Mr. McCain has given this country.

Let us not be the knee-jerk society and stupid-consumers the media paints us to be. Let us be true Americans, true to the cause of our freedom, and the ability of our freedom to help others.

Do yourself a favor America, Vote John McCain as our next President.

ERIC, MN   August 12th, 2008 10:50 pm ET

Lieberman is such a hack. Obama was good enough back in 2006 when he was campaigning for Lieberman's re-election. Now all of a sudden because Lieberman became a republican Obama is just awful. LIEBERMAN IS A JOKE. HE CAN HAVE THE REPUBLICANS AND THEY CAN HAVE HIM!!!!!

jay   August 12th, 2008 10:49 pm ET

Oh please!! Who wanna hear what Joe Opportunist Lieberman and John McNasty McCain have to say? These are two very Old felllas with 19century mentality. The world is change and Americans need new leaders with a vision to 22 century.
ps// Boys you need to dye your hair before GOP convention.

A   August 12th, 2008 10:49 pm ET

Lieberman is a complete a–hole who changes labels whenever it's
to his political advantage. And the same can be said for John McCain,
who switches wives, depending on how pretty they are, and how much
money their Daddy has, and is willing to to hand him everything on a silver platter. Both of them are a disgrace to humanity.

Jim Hall   August 12th, 2008 10:46 pm ET

Lieberman needs to back to Iseael and stay there Jim Hall Kansas City Missouri

Obama - MY next president   August 12th, 2008 10:46 pm ET

Joe,
When you have to lie in your bed....remember YOU MADE IT!

My Friends, let me tell you,   August 12th, 2008 10:44 pm ET

I will not raise taxes on Israel,right Joe?

Keith   August 12th, 2008 10:41 pm ET

When it's all said and done, and the Democrats get a 2 vote or better majority in the Senate, Lieberman will be done. No more power for him.

Melissa   August 12th, 2008 10:40 pm ET

Lieberman crosses the line to go ultra-negative on Obama. This is a blessing for Obama in disguise. The more negative he goes, the more he fires up Obama's base. A landslide victory for Democrats.

Donald Tobin   August 12th, 2008 10:39 pm ET

Lieberman is a pathetic political figure who will get his just due when the Dems increase their numbers in the House and Senate!

Ed Miller   August 12th, 2008 10:39 pm ET

Lieberman is a total jerk, only interested in militant Jewish interests under the guise of a U.S. congressman . He should be a citizen of Israel not the U.S.

McCain is a panderer   August 12th, 2008 10:39 pm ET

It's amazing that anyone listens to Lieberman any more (then again, maybe no one does except the media since it smacks of sensationalism). Earlier today he had this to say about the Georgian conflict:

“The last few days, four or five days, we’ve seen one of the most unexpected crises in the world as the Russians moved into Georgia as aggressors."

The fact that Lieberman actually thinks that the events of the past week were unexpected (let alone "one of the most unexpected") shows how completely clueless he is when it comes to foreign affairs.

The he actually criticized Obama for waiting to find out all of the facts before jumping on an attack of Russia over the Georgian conflict. Even the Bush administration managed to get this one right, agreeing with Obama on practicing a modicum of restraint and not rushing in with guns blazing. Not McCain though, and of course Lieberman, who's trying to hitch his political career onto McCain's, goes charging forward at McCain's heals like the lap dog that he is.

Elizabeth   August 12th, 2008 10:38 pm ET

Is there a reporter who will ask Sen. Lieberman – directly – to explain what he is referring to when he says that Sen. Obama has not always put his country first? And insist that he answer directly, and substantively, or back down and apologize.

John B. From New Hampshire   August 12th, 2008 10:38 pm ET

who is lieberman to say anything???? he doesn't even know who/what he is!!!

ken   August 12th, 2008 10:36 pm ET

Joe Lieberman has to be one of this country biggest jerks. He as done nothing of real substances as a senator but he will talk abount some one else. Joe be for warned that the good poeple will put you out to pasture where belong.

Anna C   August 12th, 2008 10:36 pm ET

The more I learn about Barack Obama, the more I do not like him.

I sure hope Florida and Michigan get their calendar straight next time.
What a silly little screw-up.

SHOOOOOOOORE it was.

Cecil   August 12th, 2008 10:35 pm ET

It's Clear Then Every Before, Sen. McCain Is A Warmonger!

True Democrat   August 12th, 2008 10:34 pm ET

It is now clear that Lieberman has lost his way. He went from being the second in command of the democratic party to being the opposition's attack dog. His donation to the democratic senate fund or whatever it's called is a weak attempt to save his committee positions and his support from the democratic base. As a democrat, I can't wait to kick him out of each spot he has and then get his seat next election. I hope McCain picks Lieberman, I can't imagine he would but it'll be another losing ticket for Senator Lieberman...

Obama 09'

Ken, Plano, TX   August 12th, 2008 10:33 pm ET

Joe Liebermann impugns Barack Obama's loyalty? So what?

This is coming from a man who got himself elected as a Democrat, turned on the Democratic party the day he started his new Senate term, and now shills for a senile bellicose gasbag that doesn't understand we lack the means to back up his bluster. Lieberman belongs to AIPAC, body and soul, parrots whatever Likud writes for him, and has the gall to claim authority on the subject of American patriotism?

Are we really America the gullible?

andrew s   August 12th, 2008 10:33 pm ET

two old fools who need to be put in old folks home

Jess   August 12th, 2008 10:32 pm ET

He doesn't have any work to do but take up Mark Penn's Mission of Destruction?

w.l. jones   August 12th, 2008 10:32 pm ET

Here we go again "It apears cant see the forrest for the trees" look like a case of the bias. "Stake your claim" Dem. or Repub" if neither reframe from critiside one of the other.

Indiana Bob   August 12th, 2008 10:32 pm ET

What Senate record? What has Obama done since Rezko bought the Senate seat for him? He has done nothing except plan his presidential campaign and take credit for what other senators have done.

PUMA - forget it Obamabots, I won't shut up, I won't move on, I won't go away, and I won't forget. You don't seem to get it. It is not a female issue. It is not bitterness that Hillary lost. It is bitterness about how Obama won the nomination. He won with no credentials simply because he is black. And that is disgusting. Him being black was not the reason I voted against him. But I certainly will not support a person who was a senator for 2 years before he walked away from his duties as a senator to go on the campaign trail for President. A white man with 2 years experience as a senator before running for president would be laughed off the campaign trail, as he should be. I will not support a man who doesn't have a clue simply because he is a Democrat or because he is black.

PUMA - Votre McCain

Matt, PA   August 12th, 2008 10:31 pm ET

Just waiting for the hatred to spew forth. Obama Democrats are cheering the possibility of Republican Chuck Hagel as Obama's running mate and calling him a true man of principle because he agrees with them on one issue...the war in Iraq (forget that fact that the rest of the time he votes with Bush more than McCain does). Those same Obama Democrats then line up and say some absolutely vile things about Joe Lieberman, who truly is a man of principle whether you agree with him or not (and for the record, with the exception of Iraq, he agrees with and votes with Democrats on practically everything else). It seems many Obama supporters are simply new to following politics and pretty ignorant when it comes to the facts.

Fabian Blache III, Baton Rouge, LA   August 12th, 2008 10:30 pm ET

Lieberman. Enough said. If that response doesn't settle your mind, then you simply aren't paying attention or you are a political neophyte and need to check Joe's senate record. The nerve of this guy, and to boot he is inaccurate at best.

Vig   August 12th, 2008 10:27 pm ET

Obama is about Obama – I think he will make one lazy President – just like the one occupying the White House now.

Michael   August 12th, 2008 10:27 pm ET

Yeah we all know how bipartisan the Repubs are. Lieberman is such a pathetic loser, I hope McSurge picks him for VP, that should guarantee a Obama win.

jennifer murphy   August 12th, 2008 10:25 pm ET

McCain made a statement, that today we are all Georgians. Good line but it does remind you of Obama, right? Didn't McCain say that someone can give good speeches and use good lines, but it doesn't mean they're ready to lead a nation. Also some people might like to look at the website, seanhannityisamoron.com. It has a great picture of him with a prostitute in front of the bunny bar. Forget Edwards we should be looking at hannity! What a joke he is. One of the powerful clansmen!

Steve   August 12th, 2008 10:24 pm ET

Senator Lieberman's comments are hypocritical and self-serving. His foreign policy decisions, such as the backing of the Iraq war do not serve our foreign policy's best interest. They serve the reelection interest of Senator Lieberman, whose constituency is primarily concerned with what is best for the state of Israel.

Israel is a sovereign nation and a good ally of the United States, but Israel's best interest is in the neutralizing of it's unfriendly neighbors, such as Iraq.

The United States is a sovereign nation, and it was not in our best interest to start a guerilla war with a nation we had already defeated (and were controlling) in a conventional war (1991).

Every sovereign nation has the right and the responsibility to its citizens to formulate and follow through with the foreign policy that best serves its interests. What is true for Israel is true for the United States. It begs the question, that with this disaster for the United States going into its 5th year, how does Senator Lieberman not see how wrong this has been for the United States, and why does he condemn a fellow Senator, who though limited in foreign policy experience, made a really good decision to oppose this fiasco?

Ilona Hussein Proud Canadian   August 12th, 2008 10:24 pm ET

CNN

Why do you think no one has made a comment on this article on the ticker, which was posted since 8:35pm?

I will go out on a limb here and say, it is because NO ONE IS INTERESTED IN TURNCOAT LIEBERMAN!

Nissa   August 12th, 2008 10:22 pm ET

Oh don't even go there.

Liebergoober needs to question McCain's own record. Not Obama's.

Obama 08

LeoKnox   August 12th, 2008 10:21 pm ET

Joe, I have a feeling you think your vote to authorize Bush's war in Iraq was a really positive bipartisan move. You are one of the most despicable politicians in America. I sincerely hope McCain selects you for his VP candidate, because he could then only hope for 40% of the popular vote.

Hal Sedgwick   August 12th, 2008 10:19 pm ET

Come election day, Joe Lieberman, the millions of people you have betrayed are going to insist that you label yourself not only the Republican you have become but the megalomaniacal loser you have, even more painfully, become.

Diane   August 12th, 2008 10:18 pm ET

Senator Lieberman is a disgrace as is John McCain. For them to say that McCain has put "country first" is nothing but a bald-faced lie. McCain has voted time and time again against the interests of this country and it's people. His votes have allowed companies to move out of the country costing millions of Americans their jobs, he has consistently voted against bills that would help our men and women of the Armed Services. His idea of "country first" is what is best for John McCain.

sam   August 12th, 2008 10:18 pm ET

yeah, great.

This guy is by far the most annoying politician in the country, including Bush. What a snide jerk.

Independent-Latina-for-OBAMA   August 12th, 2008 10:15 pm ET

LIEberman is totally insane! And to think Gore choose to run with him in 2000!

LIEberman & McBush are two out of touch-war-fear-old-men!

Sebastian   August 12th, 2008 10:14 pm ET

Honestly -

What has Joe Lieberman done since he was Gore's running mate that makes him a BETTER VP candidate?

Douglas Democrat   August 12th, 2008 10:14 pm ET

Short Ride Joe has gotta go. And Reid had better grow a spine and realize that ol' Joe isn't the Democratic Party's buddy anymore.

Mr C   August 12th, 2008 10:12 pm ET

Lieberman and McCain - Losing combination!!!

john   August 12th, 2008 10:11 pm ET

Hardly worth commenting on this idiot really.

braggingrights   August 12th, 2008 10:10 pm ET

Lieberman is a GOP sell out! May 23, 2008 no one can put it better than you Joe!!!
By Joe Conason:
Despite his boundless pretensions, Sen. Joe Lieberman is not and has never been a font of foreign policy wisdom. His opinions derive as much from expedience and vanity as any consistent worldview. He will say whatever serves his ambitions at a given moment.

Running against antiwar Democrat Ned Lamont almost two years ago, for instance, he promised Connecticut voters that we were on the cusp of victory in Iraq. "I am confident that the situation is improving enough on the ground that by the end of this year, we will begin to draw down significant numbers of American troops," he said in October 2006, "and by the end of the next year more than half of the troops who are there now will be home." Within weeks after winning that election, of course, Lieberman was joining with Sen. John McCain, his friend and ideological ally, in support of sending 30,000 additional American troops to Iraq - and bringing exactly none home. why does Mcain sorround himself with loosers?

Susan   August 12th, 2008 10:09 pm ET

What has happened to Joe Lieberman? He is spouting the same scare garbage the GOP has used for years. He is questioning Obama's time in the senate, but when was McSturgis there last?

Wow. Whatever they did to him, they did it completely.

Ted:Canada   August 12th, 2008 10:09 pm ET

Lieberman! You actually look like an "attack dog".

Be honest you are not a "Independent" you are a Repub – that's ok – just be honest about !

I think what is most troubling is that you are racist – sad to say that person who comes from a race that has been discrimated against himeslf does not respect black people because of their colour. At least be honest!!! if you are going to be an "attack dog"

By the way this is coming from a white older catholic canadian.

Everybody has the right to be FREE – Lieberman!

NickNas   August 12th, 2008 10:09 pm ET

Lieberman attacks Obama. Just put up a static page until November this isn't news.

Brian   August 12th, 2008 10:08 pm ET

Hey Democrats, consider this:

If Gore had moved into the White House eight years ago, Lieberman would probably be your nominee today.

Funny, huh?

Even when you guys are right, you're wrong. I'd say especially when you're "right."

E. Elliott, Orlando, FL   August 12th, 2008 10:08 pm ET

He belongs with McBush. Another burntout old white man that should have retired gracefully years ago.

americaN for Peace   August 12th, 2008 10:07 pm ET

Joe is a traitor and a war monger. Anything he says is meaningless.

Boycott Connecticut businesses and vacations.

Regardless, this is his last term ... he is finished.

Anonymous   August 12th, 2008 10:06 pm ET

Democrats get rid of this guy, once and for all!!!

Cecil   August 12th, 2008 10:06 pm ET

This Is Shameful;

And McCain's supporters are making the most of it.

"We've just seen over the last few days as the Russians invaded a sovereign nation, Georgia, and watched the response of this man, John McCain, to that crisis: right, strong, clear, principled — the kind of president we need in the White House," said Senator Joe Lieberman, who joined McCain at a campaign event Tuesday.

At a town hall in Pennsylvania Tuesday that drew an unusually large turnout, McCain talked about the relevance of the crisis to Americans.

"There's a pipeline, an oil pipeline," said McCain, "which brings oil from the Caspian to points west and traverses Georgia. That's the very pipeline that the Russians tried to bomb."

He played to the emotions when he recounted his remarks to the President of Georgia.

"I told him that I know I speak for every American when I say to him, `Today, we are all Georgians."

His tone on local radio in Pennsylvania was ominous.

"I think it's very clear that Russian ambitions are to restore the old Russian empire."

Who Does He Think He Is!

The WARMONGER

Dot   August 12th, 2008 10:06 pm ET

I can't wait to see John Kerry and Obamania lose in November. Bill Clinton left the hospital after his heart surgery to go and campaign for Kerry, you don't have to guess who John Kerry endorse and that was the payback to the Clintons. As a matter of fact, Clinton's daughter spoke for the first time on a campaign. I will be praying for John Kerry to lose come November

Bayou Joe   August 12th, 2008 10:04 pm ET

Obama will never put our country first. He is an internationalists and in his own words. " I am a citizen of the world". Reality is that we elect citizens of the United States with unquestionable loyalty. Sorry Obama
you don't meet that criteria.
Tell me who you are with and I will tell you who you are.

roger dowdle, lockhart, Tx   August 12th, 2008 10:02 pm ET

Lieberman is a joke- when he smiles, he reminds me of Alfred E Newman from MAD magazine. The one McCain should pick for his running mate is Walter Mathau, then they could run as The Grumpy Old Men.

Barack Obama IS Our 44th president!   August 12th, 2008 10:02 pm ET

Their constant attacks on Sen. Obama is indicative that they are intimidated, and definitely don't have any new ideas to offer the American people to make our lives better. So they can waste their time attacking Sen. Obama all they want, but they will not prevail. They can't hinder / stop what is destined for Sen. Obama.

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

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 [ as a] of the servants of the LORD, and [Barack Obama, his campaign, his presidency, his family ] righteousness is of me, saith the LORD.

Amen.

Sue   August 12th, 2008 10:01 pm ET

Liberman is a disgrace just like McCain....

vJ   August 12th, 2008 10:01 pm ET

John MaCain and rest of the Republicans can have him. We need change .Obama is the only one can bring change.American people know it.

Jeff   August 12th, 2008 10:01 pm ET

I despise Lieberman. He is licking McCain's boots hoping for the VP spot. But even a scum sucking bottom feeder gets it right every now and then. Obama has never done anything but promote himself.

Tejano   August 12th, 2008 10:01 pm ET

What Record? He has no record, so you can't attack something that he does not have.

Tony Z-MD   August 12th, 2008 10:00 pm ET

This is why Al Gore lost? Whose side was he really on?

Michael Ray Thompson   August 12th, 2008 10:00 pm ET

Wow, Joe Lieberman endorsing John McCain. What a coup! Obama is leading in the polls right now. I don't think that will last very long. John McCain/Joe Lieberman will win by a landslide in November.

ckuhn   August 12th, 2008 9:59 pm ET

Lieberman is a joke toast. Just to think that this man was running for VP. He is as liberal as Bush is liberal. He really has no function and McCain has nothing to be proud of. letting Lieber speak on his behalf. You see the same old same Old with McCain. McCAin is a GOP/Bush cloan that will continue with GOP/Bush policies. Ok he will change a few things to get the votes. YOu need to ask yourself, How come you didn't vote for him when he was running against Bush? AGE/too old? No spark/same old sameold? He really doesnt represent change. The Big Oil bush machine will groom his pockets. I wonder why he and Bush didn't promote OIL drillng when they both seats in Congress? HE was part (McCAin) of the GOP machine...and they just pooped All over the Amercian people. Shame if you want more of the same...

Anonymous   August 12th, 2008 9:59 pm ET

I despise Lieberman. He is licking McCain's boots hoping for the VP spot. But even a dog gets it right every now and then and this time he is right. Obama has done nothing but promote himself.

e.j.mohammed   August 12th, 2008 9:59 pm ET

This is a very attractive picture of both Lieberman and McCain they look like two old turkeys just before Thanksgiving! Lieberman is such a whiner what a disaster if he were the the V.P. choice for McCain he didn't do much for Gore when he was the Democratic choice for V.P. it'll be worse for McCain. I think I'll move south of the boarder if those two are leading our country.What a pair of old geezers can't the Republican party do better than them!
E.J.Mohammed
Tacoma Washington

Tim E   August 12th, 2008 9:58 pm ET

Asked if he would accept a spot on the Republican ticket, he answered: "Uh, where?" Makes me wonder if the McCain gaffe syndrome is infectious.

john williams san diego, ca.   August 12th, 2008 9:57 pm ET

wow...i wasn't aware that obama even had a senate record, but i guess they do count flip-flops as sort of a record.

Farrell, Houston, Tx   August 12th, 2008 9:56 pm ET

Let's talk about John McCain's morality issues since Lieberman thinks McCain is the best man for the job. Now that's something for sure we all know he has lived it, worked it, done it, cheated on his wife, then left her for his mistress when she became ill. I thought Lieberman was a man of integrity but I see he will sell his soul to the devil.

jennifer murphy   August 12th, 2008 9:55 pm ET

I am so tired of these old republicans, spitting out lieson Obama or using the same tired line that he has no experience. God forbid we have something new in the white house that would take away the old republican power! I really hate that sean hannity. I swear, I think he might be a member of the clan! He hates Obama so much that he actually reports things that are not true about him. I don't know how you guys ( reporters) can let him get away with that. I mean there are other people who believe his crap. The worst is this gerome corsi, I can't believe anyone is reading his hate book, which is full of lies. If you go to you tube and watch his statements on the truth about 9/11, you'll see what I mean. Hannity would'nt even have him on the show in 2004. But now that he's also an Obama hater it's all good. These people are frauds! Cnn you need to report on these people. It's not right that they can get away with unfair, one-sided reporting.

Lou R   August 12th, 2008 9:54 pm ET

It would be wonderful to see Leiberman as McCain's VP choice. This way he would make history by being the VP choice of two loosing Presidential campaigns. Kind of a kiss of death choice.

sean   August 12th, 2008 9:53 pm ET

Lieberman opened his mouth and the words "bomb Iran" or praise for Israel didn't come out of his mouth? wow

JohnWinNC   August 12th, 2008 9:53 pm ET

On second thought, we can not believe anything McCain says. Maybe Lieberman has a chance!

aaa   August 12th, 2008 9:53 pm ET

loserman loserman. two oldies togather think they are smrat. you guys are sooooooo old both of your brainds are fried

JohnWinNC   August 12th, 2008 9:52 pm ET

Lieberman was once the drag on a previous Democratic campaign; we can only hope that he would be the VP choice for the Repblicans. Alas, McCain already incidated that his VP choice would be a contrast to McCain, the old, lusterless Senator. The VP would be "young and inspiring," I think he said. So long Joe!

Veteran for Obama   August 12th, 2008 9:50 pm ET

John McCain is the one who signed statements denouncing the United States, not Barack Obama.

He did so while a captive, true enough, and many others would probably do the same thing.

But it's a disgrace for him to call his service heroic when he denounced his country while in uniform.

Patrick Henry: "Give me liberty or give me death."

John McCain: "Give me the pen, I'll sign a statement denouncing my country."

KG   August 12th, 2008 9:49 pm ET

I like Joe Lieberman and all the other blue dog Democrats who have seen and heard enough of Obama's fantasy land.

Ekuwa   August 12th, 2008 9:47 pm ET

I hope he does pick Lieberman. That guy is a loser he lost as a vice president he lost twice here in CT and he'll lose again as vice president if McCain chooses him.

VOICE OF REASON   August 12th, 2008 9:47 pm ET

RECORD? WHAT RECORD? YOU'D BETTER BE REAL CAREFUL OR THOSE OBAMA GROUPIES WHO WERE RAISED WITHOUT ANY RESPECT FOR THEIR ELDERS WHATSOEVER WILL CALL YOU OLD AND SENILE TOO. REMEMBER " MR WHATS A RECORD OBAMA" SUPPORTERS ARE LIKE CHICKENS WHEN IT COMES TO FACTS MR LIEBERMAN . THAT IS EVERY MORNING IS A NEW DAY AND YESTERDAY NEVER HAPPENED. REALLY WISH THEIR PARENTS HAD MORE SKILL IN THEIR UPBRINGING. DISRESPECT OF ANY AGED PERSON TELLS ALL ABOUT ONE'S BASIC CHARACTER. OR MOSTLY LACK OF IT.

Steven Gall   August 12th, 2008 9:44 pm ET

Democrats need to kick lieberman out of their caucus!

Franky   August 12th, 2008 9:44 pm ET

O.K, that's all you got??

Joe....why don't you just suck his (expletive) already...

Jared   August 12th, 2008 9:44 pm ET

The fact that Barack Obama campaigned for Lieberman's reelection bid, despite the fact that Lieberman lost his party's primary, just goes to show how dispicable and two-faced Lieberman really is. As a Jew, I am ashamed to count Joe as a member of the tribe. The mere fact that he's willing to compare Reverend Hagee to Moses shows just how out of touch Lieberman really is. I can only hope that the people of CT will recall Lieberman from Washington.

Monica, Texas   August 12th, 2008 9:43 pm ET

LIEberman should be careful with his comments...he is crossing the line. McCain once again what happened to you keeping your campaign above the mudslinging, some how I believe it will come back to get you dirty....

MB   August 12th, 2008 9:43 pm ET

I used to respect Lieberman and McCain. Maybe the press has fed us things about these two senators that were a farse. What I am seeing of McCain and Lieberman in this campaign make me disrespect them. They disgust me. Frankly I am ashamned that I voted for McCain in the primary. Hell will freeze over before I ever vote for such a despicable person.

Anonymous   August 12th, 2008 9:42 pm ET

Leiberman's comments are disappointing - how can he question Obama'a patriotism like that

BOOTSTOMPER   August 12th, 2008 9:42 pm ET

Am i wrong or is joe Liberman actually charley Mcarthy? This man is a total dummy.

Cecil   August 12th, 2008 9:40 pm ET

Two Grumby Old Men!

Gail in SC   August 12th, 2008 9:40 pm ET

this is pathetic! I am so ashamed of these two men. I have supported both of them in the past, but now see that the strength of character I thought they each had was an illusion and that they are both of less than stellar character. john mccain cheated on and left his first wife for his second wife. Joe Lieberman is a career politician that is interested in trying to have it both ways and is not above lying to have it. They both are disappointments!!!

Obama For President   August 12th, 2008 9:38 pm ET

McCain mouthpiece has not said anything new – why is this making news? Nothing new..... McCain trying to take some of the sting out of Obama's endorsement from several prominent republicans today. McCain has yet to have democrats openly come out and endorse him with the exception of Joe L. Can't blame Joe he has made a political calculation and hoping McCain win so he wont get booted out of congress. So keep talking Joe maybe you'll survive election day. Obama will save social security for your retirement.

Observer   August 12th, 2008 9:38 pm ET

You know, I read Lieberman's book about public service a few years ago, and I gained a lot of respect for the guy because of it. He spoke so eloquenly about being positive, working with others, being honest and changing the caustic tone of politics in Washington. My respect for him has evaporated in the past few years, as I see him straying farther and farther away from the things he talked about in his book. In short, contrary to what he says in his book, he will say or do ANYTHING to keep his senate seat.
Joe Lieberman, you have no business criticizing Barack Obama for much of anything. What a hypocrite!

California Gold   August 12th, 2008 9:38 pm ET

Why does Lieberman talk to voters like we are gullible fools who believe whatever he says? Does he really believe we take him at his word? Listen up Senator Lieberman: don't underestimate the average voter. It's 2008 and the days of believing what politicians feed us are over with. Making false statements in order to make your pal McCain sound better is not a good idea. In fact it brings your credibility into serious question.

Mike   August 12th, 2008 9:37 pm ET

What a joke this Lieberman is! To think that he was actually the democratic vice presidential nominee just makes me sick...

j gannon   August 12th, 2008 9:35 pm ET

Would be great if these two run together....two of a kind! I won't say what kind they are, not fit to print.

Informed Voter   August 12th, 2008 9:35 pm ET

many People are not going to base their vote on what you did .. put what you plan to do ... for the country in the future ... & in Mc Cain's case he plans on continuing Bush's failed polices ...

plus Mc Cain sold his soul to the far-right just to win an election .. gave up all what he stood for .. the Mc Cain of 2000 would never vote for Mc Cain of 2008

DR. YES   August 12th, 2008 9:35 pm ET

i wish connecticut would get rid of him

Obama supporter:White, 60 year old woman   August 12th, 2008 9:33 pm ET

Instead of generalizing that McCain is this and that, prove it by giving specifics...and publish the 540 out of 600 pages of his military record.

McCain's voting record shows 95% support of Bush's policies and he has not been to the Senate since April even to vote on key bills.

gerard from MA   August 12th, 2008 9:32 pm ET

Same old politics same failed policies...

Respectful...   August 12th, 2008 9:32 pm ET

Obama worked on nuclear non-proliferation legislation with Republican Senator Lugar and supported the bipartisan GI Bill.

McCain said he would not question anyone's patriotism but stands with Lieberman as he makes these disgraceful comments. That makes another flip-flop in the wrong direction away from respectful campaigning.

Veteran for Obama   August 12th, 2008 9:31 pm ET

Lieberman needs to be called to the carpet for attacking Obama's patriotism. It's one thing when ordinary supporters do it but it is completely wrong and immoral when a fellow Congressman does it. Lieberman has become a national disgrace. Obama needs to come back on this quick and hard!

Rickymo   August 12th, 2008 9:29 pm ET

Liebrman is a traitor to his country and his former party. His only interest is Israel and its support. He could care less about thos country.

Andy   August 12th, 2008 9:28 pm ET

Lieberman, I have one word for ewe besides baaaahhh, RESIGN.

Bobby   August 12th, 2008 9:26 pm ET

Look at this Lieberman was a t Mccains throat over the past 8 years but now all of a sudden they are best friends.. flip flop much?

marty from Indiana   August 12th, 2008 9:25 pm ET

Liebermann is no democrat. He is a traitor. He must be removed from his caucus positions... stripped of his leadership roles immediately and all the money the democratic party has must be used to see him defeated the next time he runs. He must not be allowed to show up at the democratic convention.

Voter   August 12th, 2008 9:24 pm ET

First time I have agreed with Leiberman since he bolted the Democratic Party.

Jan Ill.   August 12th, 2008 9:23 pm ET

The record speaks for itself, its just a matter of if your willing to listen to it or ignore it. I like BO but hes not ready and I know it and you do too. Wishes and dreams will not make it so. Obama/ Hillary or not.

David Peter   August 12th, 2008 9:20 pm ET

Someone please silence this yellow turncoat. He is old and lacks positive vison for America.

Yupik1   August 12th, 2008 9:19 pm ET

How is mocking a fellow American with "Celebrity" and "The One" commercials showing Bi-partisonship? This does nothing to promote unity in America. Besides, changing political parties to further your own political life doesn't count as working across the aisle. Talk about the pot calling the kettle black!

Ron Democrat turned independent   August 12th, 2008 9:19 pm ET

no bias no bull is all bull CNN won't go where it's really at regarding sen. obama. they won't even investigate quotes they run on their own network that they got from other sources when the elections are over it will mighty lonely over there

Fact Checker   August 12th, 2008 9:17 pm ET

This article does a poor job of portraying Senator Lieberman. It does not mention that Senator Lieberman had been a Democratic Senator for 18 years including the 2000 Democratic Vice Presidential nominee. Omitting such information fails to underscore the division within the Democratic Party between the far left and moderate center. Furthermore, in supporting McCain, Senator Lieberman risks loosing his chairman position in several key committee and sub-committees due to the Democratic controlled Senate which allocates such positions to its members. He also risks re-election in his heavily democratic favored state. This is a rare example of a politician doing what he/she believes is right rather than serving their self-interests and self-promotion.

Reality Check Richmond Virginia   August 12th, 2008 9:16 pm ET

remember those republican bumper stickers, "Sore Loserman"? Well, the GOP doesn't get much right, but they sure did hit the nail on the head with the second part of that bumper sticker.

rayster   August 12th, 2008 9:14 pm ET

Glad I'm not on the christmas list. You are trying to be a Dem. while brown nosing to the Rep.
Figure out who you are and what you stand for. Read profiles of courage and it may help you to figure it out

As a former VP for the Dem. where did you fall off the bus

Adam J. Schmidt   August 12th, 2008 9:14 pm ET

What Senate record?

Marc in Arlington   August 12th, 2008 9:11 pm ET

Watch the Obamabots come in here and just attack McCain's age or call him a war monger instead of answering the charge. Let's face it, folks, McCain DOES have a record of reaching across the aisle. Hopefully the change that Obama keeps talking about includes himself because he has done nothing but play party politics since his first day as a politician. Sorry.

Ian   August 12th, 2008 9:11 pm ET

McCain used to be bipartisan, I'll give him that. But for the past three years, he definitely has NOT put his country first, nor has he been bipartisan. He put himself first, by voting 95% with president Bush so that he could gain support from the right wing base he needs so urgently to win the presidency. His candidacy for presidency has been many years in the making and this time, unlike 2000, he decided to do it not through his integrity or his record, but through the same old Washington politics we've been tired of in this country for the last eight years.

Obama is no where near perfect, and his ideas are lofty. But it's time to try something different; doing what's not working over and over hasn't got us anywhere.

Obama 08

Karen in Cape Cod   August 12th, 2008 9:07 pm ET

Good and well he should!

The Lady   August 12th, 2008 9:06 pm ET

I guess Lieberman supports George Bush also.

Tony   August 12th, 2008 9:06 pm ET

Lieberman- what a piece of work.

Ex-Republican for Obama   August 12th, 2008 9:05 pm ET

I call it a bold lie to indicate voting "95% in line with Bush administration" to be a record of bipartisanship.

Let's not forget, McCain brags about how he has supported the Bush administration well over 90% of the time.

No thanks LIE-berman, you are living up to your name.

RAY   August 12th, 2008 9:05 pm ET

THEY LOOK LIKE TWIN MUMMIES.

Too Much Influence From Israel   August 12th, 2008 9:04 pm ET

Joe Lieberman demands that America do whatever Israel wants. That's why he's constantly pushing for more U.S. military operations in Iraq – it's what Israel wants. America should just say NO to Lieberman and NO to Israel.

Scott Ryder   August 12th, 2008 9:04 pm ET

Who cares what Lieberman has to say? He was voted out by the votes in his state in a primary election and once the primary was over he decided to run as an independent because he decided he was going to run anyway. Joe Lieberman needs to go away with the rest of the ultra-liberal arm of the Democratic party.

Ex-Republican for Obama   August 12th, 2008 9:01 pm ET

Okay, let's talk about Senate Records:

McCain submits an energy bill, and then fails to show up to vote on his OWN energy bill.

The only time he HAS shown up to vote on bills was when it was to vote down any benefits to our veterans, and/or to rip off the tax payers to give big business our money, or to shut down home based companies forcing our own citizens out of their jobs.

Lastly, his voting decisions aren't really that hard for him to decide, he simply votes according to what Bush tells him to. No thought process, simply an endorsement of failed policies.

McCain: A senate record in complete contradiction to what is best for the men and women of this great country.

john   August 12th, 2008 8:59 pm ET

This guy is a piece of crap. He shouldn't even be in the senate.

Sharon   August 12th, 2008 8:58 pm ET

Wow – this is so true. Wish McCain would run some TV ads calling this fact out. Again....Obama full of inspiring words, but no track record.
I think the article about Obama asking a Republican to be his VP is hysterical...could it be that he realizes more than half his party is not willing to vote for him?!?

go away mongers- Ventura ca   August 12th, 2008 8:57 pm ET

Judas Joe should just change parties and be done with it. What a disappointment!

Independent White Woman   August 12th, 2008 8:56 pm ET

Lieberman is trying to help McCain appeal to independent voters.
**The negative comments turns me OFF **
Democrats who will vote for John McCain than Republicans who will vote for Barack Obama."Mr Lieberman stop kissing up to McAttack I am Independent voting for Senator Obama ....You are Pathetic and so is that Old white Haired wrinkly Dude

NotFallingInLine.org   August 12th, 2008 8:55 pm ET

Lieberman points out the obvious: There's no record of Obama working in the U.S. Senate across party lines for the good of the country.

Over a month ago, Gov. Tim Pawlenty (Minn) pointed out during a debate with Rep. Rahm Emanuel that Obama, in his short time as a U.S. Senator, has never taken a stand against his party on any issue for the good of the country.

Obama's entire career has been one of making empty promises as he works to use his position to get ahead.

Barack Obama: Opportunist.

Arizona Official   August 12th, 2008 8:54 pm ET

It's a good idea for Liberman and McBush as a join ticket so that the American people will know that pretty soon they both going to retired and die.

Sacto Joe   August 12th, 2008 8:53 pm ET

Senator Lieberman cares more about Israel than he does about the U.S., so why doesn't he apply for citizenship and move there? At least then his pro-Israel stance would be open and above board.

OF COURSE Lieberman wants John McCain elected – I'm sure Senator McCain would have NO PROBLEM attacking Iran unilaterally, just like Bush attacked Iraq unilaterally. And that's precisely what Israel wants to see happen!

Churchill   August 12th, 2008 8:52 pm ET

This man is a character. Although he has every right to support whom he chooses, I have my doubts about his sincerity. He sounds very dubious to me. Let us watch how he will end up.

Tanya   August 12th, 2008 8:52 pm ET

Shame on you, Democrats of Connecticut! Is this a finest you could come up with?!

LYNETTE IN CA   August 12th, 2008 8:51 pm ET

Lieberman ... You're making me sick!

LYNETTE IN CA   August 12th, 2008 8:51 pm ET

Lieberman ...just go away already. You're making me sick!

yankeegirl15   August 12th, 2008 8:50 pm ET

Take that whiney Liberman and that whiney Lanny Davis and tell them to go blow.

Erika, KS   August 12th, 2008 8:49 pm ET

Lieberman is exactly right. And this is Obama's problem. He has been in the Senate for 3 1/2 years and half of that time he has spent campaigning for President. His history with the state of Illinois has dubious voting records. Obama is big on talk, but falls short on action.

As a life long democrat, I cannot vote for Obama. He has accomplished nothing. After eight long years of GW Bush and Company, if nothing else, Bush has shown what happens when inexperience is advanced to the White House. We cannot afford to gamble with Obama. He looks good. He talk good. But he's done nothing to prove he can do the job. He's a junior senator. You really want to promote him to President? Really? There's not a company in the world that would hire someone so inexperienced to be CEO.

Clinton/McCain   August 12th, 2008 8:47 pm ET

I still don't understand why people are supporting Obama now and why they supported him in the primaires. What a shame.

Michael   August 12th, 2008 8:47 pm ET

Lieberman puts the Israel lobby first. McBush puts the Big oil Corporations first. Please let us have a change before we go another Trillion Dollars in debt and before another thousand young hero's die in Iraq for nothing.

Nevada dude   August 12th, 2008 8:46 pm ET

oh please. this from someone determined to save his own political skin by any means necessary. sorry joe, you aint going to be VP. 2 crusty old Jingoists looking for anyone to fight is not my idea of a bright future.

id rather HOPE for a better future than be certain of a dim one!!

Ikem Umealo   August 12th, 2008 8:45 pm ET

first a democratic senator, then a former potential democratic VP, then an independent senator and, and then, a republic attack dog who caucuses with the Democratic Party and then a potential republican VP candidate. Is this the characterisation of bipartisan outreach? Hardly, a bat would be seriously envious of this Senator Lieberman.

The Nightingale Sings in Berkley Square   August 12th, 2008 8:44 pm ET

GOODY FOR JOE

OBAMA IS RISKY

EBC   August 12th, 2008 8:43 pm ET

Joe Lieberman is a FOOL, he doesn't KNOW which side of the fence he's on. One minute he's donating all this money to the DNC and next thing he's slamming Sen. Obama. This OLD FART is nothing but trouble. This is the type of person who you have to sleep with one eye open at all times because he'll stab you in the back in a minute.

He's nothing but a loser, I wouldn't trust him if he was the Pope.

Cecil   August 12th, 2008 8:43 pm ET

Not Surprise, Doing What They Do Best.
Lying

Roy - River Falls, WI   August 12th, 2008 8:41 pm ET

Go get him Joe. XD

This is what I like to see, truth coming out about NOBAMA.

Seanm   August 12th, 2008 8:40 pm ET

Sometimes it's hard to tell where Lieberman's allegiances lie. He says he's a Democrat, yet he sounds like a reincarnated Newt Gingrich. He says he's a United States Senator, but all he can talk about is Israel's issues. Beware wolves in sheep's clothing.

Sonya, MN   August 12th, 2008 8:39 pm ET

"Liberman Attacks Obama For Second Time In One Day"

That's because we ignored him the first time.

Obama 08

Ex-Dem   August 12th, 2008 8:38 pm ET

I'm with Joe. BO is in over his head.

Bring back hillary PLEASE

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