Everyone who calls Obama someone who is young, and "inexperienced," I thank you. I'd rather have someone young, with fresh new ideas, instead of someone who is set in their ways and stubborn to no end. You think we need someone stubborn at this point? Someone who isn't flexible? Someone who won't change things? McCain's voting record is similar to Bush, so if you like Bush, vote McCain. If you are a fan of Sen. Clinton and former President Clinton, vote Obama. It's as simple as that.

Lord help me deal with the Obamatards that I cannot change. We don't need a rockstar right now-we need the one with more cajones. Should Obama win, we might as well change our name to Socialist Republic of North America. May the best man win but should it be Obama, Canada is looking like a good place for me to call home…

Gary,
Go get a life. You are nuts.

All the other morans who are so negative toward Obama,'You are all a bunch of dead fish

I had suspicions that those hose-wielding commies were unamerican all along.

As a group, we should both fear the firefighting insurgents, and insult their intelligence in hopes that their shame will lead them to understand the wisdom of our "drill and kill" plan for a strong America.

Say you got it here first! Joe Biden is Obama's pick for VP.

"Who cares what firemaNazis think, a bunch of wimps that hate America" – Rush Limbaugh

It is really looking like Biden is going to be his VP pick! I really think that he compliments Barack the best and has been a very strong supporter for him. If Baracdk does not go with Biden, he should be our Secretary of State!

I like how the conservatives love their heroic police and fire fighters, up until they endorse a democrat, then they're just a bunch of liberal union losers.

Unions as they are today need to be abolished. They are the crook of all crooks and have been using and abusing our labor force to gain power and money for decades.

> In my community–they get salaries (and unheard of in the "real world"
>overtime). And white shirts–are making 5 times what the taxpayers who
>pay for their salaries earn.

And in my community, there was this incident that took place 7 years ago in the downtown where 2 very big buildings were destroyed by some Suadi folks. Our firefighters kept going in and out of the buildings until they either died of smoke inhalation or were never found again.

Way to go, Obama 08

firefighters should be commended for their bravery and not their
stupidity for backing B.O.

Let's celebrate Obama is almost back from vacation

Yes, this is expected. Eventually every union, every American will support Mr.Obama – no matter how many smear campaigns the republicans launch against him.
For some people in this country, voting for a black man as President might still be a problem – But, I am sure Mr.Obama will be able to convince them as well in the next 2 months.
He's already convinced me long time ago..some people understand things quickly, some may take a while to understand… Eventually it will happen and Obama will win with a Whopping Majority in November.
By the way, I am not a Georgian – I am American sympathetic towards Georgia.
OBAMA (2008 -16)

WV roots…………………
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SUGGESTION……………….GO TO HIS WEBSITE!!!!!!!!!!!

Comanche
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YOU ARE OBVIOUSLY LIVING IN YOUR VERY OWN UNIVERSE!

Folks pleeeeeeeeeeeeeeeease READ THE ABOVE COMMENT made by Comanche, so that the next time that McCain supporters start whining about the Barack supporters NAME CALLING, you will be able to quote this comment!

The firefighters union is in good company. The American Communist Party has also endorse Obama.

You can put a monkey in front of a type writer for 20 years; but it still wont be able to spell. Experience matters less than you think.

That is a good thing cause we all know WALMART not supporting Obama wink wink. And to all the undercover Mccain fans I'm going to take my ball home Hillary-ites. Walmart is having a sell on pacifiers. Stop whining, did you all kick up this much fuss when Bush stole the elections in 2000. Do me a favor do like bears do this and go hibernate.

Unions backing democrats, news at 8…

That's ok, the sheep that are union workers will be changing their tune when they finally push for this legislation that bans private voting…

So what.

Obama has no credentials. Change? Why won't he take part in a town hall debate WITHOUT teleprompters. Or should we have Looney Clooney do it for him?

> The only good thing about the convention is hearing Hillary and
>Bill speak without a teleprompter.

The best thing about the convention is that this is the last time we will hear from either of these two on a national stage. She is going to loose her Senate seat… we NYers haven't forgotten how she scammed million of dollars that were supposed to be for post 9/11 reconstruction to support projects that were lobbied for in her office.

Good decision

Obama 08 / 12

Smart People.. Smart Choice.

Obama '08

"We can't overlook Senator McCain's service to our country, but we also can't overlook his poor record on issues critical to the financial security of our 290,000 members."

That's because McSame has already made his fortune and doesn't care if we all have to eat dirt.

Obama '08 !!

Shooting stars also flame out. Whether he squeaks into the job or just misses the mark, he'll still be an empty suit.

B.O. in the White House will solidify the next GOP decade. He's such a dork who happens to be dark skinned. (If and) When B.O. derails the economic train that your, mine and everyone else's 401k depends on, then lets see how many eggheads peel the feel good bumper stickers off.

B.O. will also set back future black candidates unfortunately. His shiftiness and incompetence will leave bigger question marks on the minds of the same people now weighing the intangibles of B.O. and his Rev. Wright stylized indoctrination of being black. Had B.O. remained untethered to this religious dogma, he'd be a shoo-in.

I'm no fan of Hillary, but it is sad she's such a wet dish rag that his soaring oratory undercut her fundamentals in politics. That's how ignorant the body politic surely is. God save us all.

Obama 2008!!!!!!!

Democrats lets make it happen. We don't need anymore Republicans. Look what they have done to the USA the past 8 years!!

Great news! Obama 08

We all know that John McCain is nothing but a McBush and he has no intentions of changing anything if he is elected. Of course those who are wealthy and are cheating the government out of billions of dollars would like for McCain to be elected; only because it would work in their favor. Those that have need to realize that this country can't survive without the "Have nots" and eventually the U.S. will fall just like Rome.

Minnesota Woman Voter for Hillary; now for McCain. Start kissing your rights away.

As an educated female I am offended by ANYONE that supports McCain because Hillary and cronies didn't make it. I cherish my pro choice right. I want someone that supports education, and the right of the people.

They endorsed the other liberal, John Kerry, in 2004. No surprise here.

This is non news -just the media hyping their candidate again

The unions always support the Dems becasue the unions know that people like Obama will allow unions to seek outlandish pension and health care benefits even though the majority of the US does not have this, and even if the union contracts sink American industry and drive more jobs overseas —- Tax and Spend as Usual – only with Barack O'blah blah it is tax and spend with no experience – making Barack a very dangerous choice to lead this country

FIREFIGHTERS ARE NOT ONLY BRAVE…..THEY ARE VERY INTELLIGENT……WELCOME ABOARD THE OBAMA EXPRESS !!!!

Shocker.

Socialist Union Backs Socialist.

That's almost as shocking as seeing the polls showing 90%+ of African-Americans are supporting Obama.

Some people just plain don't care about the country, I guess.

IMHO, this isn't a big endorsement. It's a union. they always back dems. In this case they first backed Chris Dodd over BHO. zzzzzzzz

I have to agree. Firefighters are always heroes. They just have never been recognized. Firefighters are the heroes and they risk their lives daily in dangerous situations and sometimes lose their own. Thank you IAFF.

P.S. McCain will send you to Russia to fight a war that he is poking his unwanted two cents in. We do not have enough soldiers to fight another war.

Obama 08

Since John McCain "supports our troops" by voting against almost every bill that would improve their lot in life after serving their country, it is not surprising that he would neglect America's fire fighters too. Perhaps marrying into millions and NINE homes via an affair while still married to his first wife has dulled his empathy for people who earn their livings.

Ron Democrat turned independent "how did sen obama and co. vote on this legislature that prevent them from collective barganing? yeah right. he do love to talk the talk don't he."

If you reread the article you would see that BO supports collective bargaining. As a former union employee turned management, I am for both unions and Obama.

"Obama Wins Big Endorsement" Come on CNN what kind of news is this and headline. Obama didn't win this endorsement!!! Once again you guys show your support through headlines. McCain never had this endorsement and probaly would have turned it down. Up next God endorses his son Barack Obama to the highest office!!

"In the 21st Century Countries don't invade other Countries"

John McCain – 08/13/2008

Nothing more needs to be said……..

WASHINGTON (AP) — John McCain's chief foreign policy adviser and his business partner lobbied the senator or his staff on 49 occasions in a 3 1/2-year span while being paid hundreds of thousands of dollars by the government of the former Soviet republic of Georgia.

"Minnesota Woman"

wether U like it or not, ur country will make history without U. there is nothin U can do about it cos U've only got 1 vote. How dare Obama "DEFEAT ur anointed WOMAN" OBAMA has never promised experience, thats too much garbage for his Gospel of CHANGE! Only a newcomer without bitterness can evolve the conscience and political will to implement a positive change in ur country and the world at large.

Hillraisers like U always claim she's the Best that the DEMS had to offer, but U forget BIDEN and BAYH and many more DEMS have credentials that pose a moutain to HRC's sand castle. 7years+ as senator is paper weight! OBAMA has more years as an elected officer.

So who are U fooling? u're nothin but a FEMINIST who is blinded by racial prejudice into selecting an anti-woman Sen McCain as POTUS.

SO WHAT"S GOOD?

Makes sense…

Read the latest book…

Look at Obama's ties to corrupt politics in Chicago…

And when his White Hater Wife got a raise at a hospital look how Obama approved earmarks for that hospital.

Look at Obama's relationship votes…

He approved partial life abortion for ALIVE babies that were born premature… The only one in Chicago to do so.

Basically the baby was born alive premature and then starved to death. Obama VOTED FOR THIS.

I don't care if you're Pro-Choice or Pro-Life, you don't kill a baby that is BORN ALIVE.

ONLY A FEW PROCHOICE DEMOCRATS EVEN SUPPORTED THIS… Finally Obama changed his position when he found out he was gonna run for POTUS.

READ ABOUT IT… Get informed people.

Firefighters RULE!! Yes, they look out after their own interests… AND YES, they also put their lives on the line WHILE SAVING YOUR LIFE. Do you want to run into a burning building, not knowing if you'll come back out alive… all to save the life of someone you don't even know?

Think about THAT the next time you're worrying about how much money they're making. When it's YOUR mother, father, wife, husband, daughter, son, or loved one they're running in to rescue in a burning house… you'd pay them a MILLION dollars if only they can save the life our your loved one.

Hey Comanche August 14th, 2008 9:50 am ET

"These firefighters are, of course, looking out for their jobs in supporting Obama. But it's too bad that in other areas, Obama is the most corrupt and evil (and stupid) politician to ever run for president. I disagree with him on nearly every issue and could never support him."

Everybody knows that Bush/Cheney/Rove are the MOST CORRUPT AND EVIL (AND STUPID) POLITICIANS TO EVER RUN FOR PRESIDENT. Nobody will ever to come in second place to these guys… and yet, they're still in office but are never mentioned by you or any of your colleagues on here. It's almost as if they no longer exist anymore!!! Let's see you guys compare Obama to Bush… bring it on!!

And it's not as if McLame Brain has shown his political BRILLIANCE over the last few months. He doesn't know the difference between Sunni and Shia, doesn't know Pakistan doesn't share a border with Iraq, has no clue about Czechoslovakia, and wears $500 Italian calf-skin loafers while calling Obama an elitist for drinking a $2 raspberry tea… AND he's ready to declare war on Russia over an incident that GEORGIA started. Brilliant… almost as bright as GWB!!

Do yourself a favor… it's time to put a smart person in the White House. WAKE UP, AMERICA!!

Is Obamarosa back from Hawaii yet? He'll need the firefighters to help him put out the fires in November when he and his groupies try to figure out why they lost.

TO GARY-

You can use a couple of years of college. Get educated before you start talking. My 18 year old son's grammar and spelling is better than yours. This is the problem, America is full of group thinkers instead of independent thinkers.

Praetorian;
The story is not that Obama is for Firefighters, the story is the Firefighters are for Obama, not McCain.

I understand you support the other guy, confused and disoriented as he may be (Code Orange yesterday), but you seem articulate and not a boot-licking troll (like Luis) so be honest with your posts.

GREAT NEWS WELCOME ABOARD FIREFIGHTERS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

THANK YOU FIREFIGHTERS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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"In the 21st Century, Countries don't invade other Countries"

JOHN McCAIN……….WHAT CENTURY WAS IT WHEN THE USA INVADED IRAQ?

CNN, I hope that John McCain is really happy NOW with all the MEDIA ATTENTION that he is garnering……..COMPLIMENTS BARACK……….. Please let us hear about McCain's numerous OUTRIGHT LIES, MISSPEAKS, AND OTHER DAILY GAFFES!

pat C.
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you are sooooooooooooo right!

What's wrong with having to bargain for your wages and benefits? I just read an article (CNN MONEY) where the GAO did an audit from 1998 to 2005 and found that 2/3 of the US corporations didn't pay any income taxes and foreign companies who did business in the US, paid very little income tax. So what gives? You folks who diss the unions and anyone who belongs to one ought to take notice. Corps dumped unions, outsourced the jobs, receive subsidies, and pay little or no income taxes. And now we have highest unemployment in a decade, highest home foreclosures ever, failed banks, crumbling infrastructure, highest fuel and food prices, ect.. and we still have folks on this blog who don't get it.

Wonderful news! Go, Barack!

Gary,
You really should read your own post to see how ridiculous you sound. Why is there all this talk about the experience? You can't actually have experience at being the President of the United States until you are the President. What experience did G. Bush have? Actually he had far less than Obama and lets not forget he was barely a "C" student. I guess being educated means absolutely nothing! That is obvious by listening to the current President and McCain when they speak. Stop making excuses for why your not voting for Obama and start using some common sense. If your not rich, which only 10% of the population is, then Republicans don't care about you anyway. Use some common sense. If you don't have any, read a book and try to develop some before this country goes down the drain!

Let's hope they do as much good for Obama as they did Kerry. LOL

One thing you cannot denie the fire-fighter of America is one of the greatest group of people in our country. They are at the tip are your finger 24 seven every day . Ladymach I can not agree more this has been a long lonly week . Again my hat off to the firefighter of America.

McCain is a war hero!What have you done?

Obama is the canidate that we need John Mccain is a liar and a cheat he will not Be President ever Obama want to restore this Country from Bush adminsteration. Obama/Biden 08

It never ceases to amaze me the amount of hate that gets spewed on these forums. I didn't realize that trying to push your favorite candidates message meant relying on name calling ,petty bickering, and spreading rumors (most of which have been dispelled or addressed). It is no wonder to me that the America that I love is on a downward spiral. Consequently, this is also the reason that I support Obama. Overall, he has a positive message. It is a shame that McCain has not provided the same positive energy. Think about this when you are trying to make a point. Maybe then it won't get lost in the hate that is spewing out.

To you idiots who keep saying "Hillary democrat for McCain"; do you honestly think Obama supporters are worried or CARE that you are voting for McCain? For every one of you who keep saying you are voting for McCain because your poorhouse Queen did not win, there are two Republican voters who are going to cross over and vote for Obama because of McCreepysmile's policies and negative campaigning AND age..so vote on and go away, it won't stop the Obama freight train RIGHT TO THE WHITEHOUSE!

The endorsements keep piling up; and McBush keeps on attacking. Is this the way John McBush wants to win the election? Unless he follows the Republican strategy set forth by the criminal Karl Rove—steal it— it appears McBush has an "uphill" battle of his own.

My friends are fire fighters which are supporting Obama and they talk about how Obama are going to bring the country back together……We need to commend our fire fighters what a great job they are doing

Obama 08

I have always respected the firefighters, but with this announcement I cannot give them the respect they deserve. The rank and file probably didn't vote for this announcement, so I will continue to respect them, but the leadership will not earn my respect.

Here you have the great firefighters who can't get a job without experience and maturity backing a candidate that has no experience and is not quite ready for prime time.

That just doesn't make sense to me

Well some more idiots for Obama.

"Besides, no outfit wears the label "corruption" better than unions. But, then, so does Obama — so I guess it's a good fit."

RJ, are you really going to look at the last eight years and accuse someone else of corruption? Seriously? You get that the 2004 election was rigged, right? You get that the invasion of Iraq was based on false pretenses, right? You get that the Bush and bin Laden families have some ties that are fairly hard to dismiss, right? You get that companies that Dick Cheney has ties to are now handling business in Iraq almost exclusively, right?

Just checking to see if you woke up in the same country as I did this morning…

Smart Choice boys if you want to be able to feed you Familys !

OBAMA 08,12 The SMART CHOICE !!!!!!!

A union backing a Democrat. Yeah, that is worthy of a headline. I really thought that they were leaning McCain.

You made the right decision fire fighters. Obama won't let you down.

Obama/Biden 08

Way to go guys !!! You will not regret it. Obama is on the side of the unions (unlike McCain). Obama 09 !!!

Another union supports a democrat. This is news?

Gary, stop being a little puss. Your chances of getting killed by crossing the road are greater than a terrorist attack. Grow a pair. You are the ignorant kind that voted for bush twice.

Our first responders know there needs to be a CHANGE!

Barack will need all the help he can get with the scheming Clinton's at the convention. Those sore losers are up to something

**A union is backing a Democrat.**

**Also, water is wet.**

You actually made me laugh!

Thanks,

A Dem from NY

Comanche August 14th, 2008 9:50 am ET

These firefighters are, of course, looking out for their jobs in supporting Obama. But it's too bad that in other areas, Obama is the most corrupt and evil (and stupid) politician to ever run for president. I disagree with him on nearly every issue and could never support him.
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That's okay, that's just your pain talking that Queen Hillary lost and so you lash out at Obama in an attempt to sooth that pain that just won't go away..you and all these haters against Obama are pitied. You call Obama corrupt, evil, and stupid without giving ANY factual reason you are calling him these things. Are you scared of a black man becoming president? Guess what, it's gonna happen! Go watch the movie Boogeyman and you will see yourself as the little boy in his bed at the beginning of the movie..

To CNN (not for posting):

Please note that the CNN comment policy states that the comments should be relevant to the post. In this story, much like all other Ticker stories, several of the comments have absolutely no bearing on the story. Two examples are below.

<According to a recent article written by CNN contributors, they
<describe Obama as "a little-known state lawmaker from Illinois".
<Not really the credentials of someone we should trust our country to."

<"In the 21st Century Countries don't invade other Countries"
<John McCain – 08/13/2008″

While these are fine posts, they belong to other stories. They are a distraction that add noting to the story that is presented here.

This problem can be seen in virtually every Ticker story. I ask that CNN please correct this and apply the Comment Policy.

Welcome IAFF Fire Fighters Union Sen Obama needs union support Outstanding choice. Go Obama.

And who said Obama couldn't shore up the blue-collar vote? Nice! My thanks go out to the fire fighters!

um…. unions ALWAYS endorse democrats. the obamabots are so dumb.

Clearly, these firefighters are not real Americans and they are just empty-suit celebrities who don't do a thing for the community…..right McSame?

Don't worry though, McSame got an important endorsement this week as well. Exxon execs are pouring the money in to his campaig, as they believe his "drill right here under my feet" platform is the work of a real innovator.

Firefighters aren't backing Obama; the Firefighters' Union is backing him, and there is a difference. The union the represents me is backing Obama, and no one ever asked me my opinion. Unions always endorse Democrats, so this is hardly news.

I see, Paulie_nj is taking his cues from the Republican playbook of taking quotes out of context. He said:

"According to a recent article written by CNN contributors, they describe Obama as 'a little-known state lawmaker from Illinois.' Not really the credentials of someone we should trust our country to."

Of course, that article was about rising star Mark Warner being the key-note speaker at the DNC. It mentioned how it was common for the Democrats showcase young politicians they felt were future leaders of the country in these slots. It used Barack Obama as an illustration saying at the time he spoke he wasn't a household name, but rather "a little-known state lawmaker from Illinois," who has since rose to prominence nationally.

If I use your method of selective quoting I could change your words as well. You finished by saying of Obama – "Not really the credentials of someone we should trust our country to."

So ladies and gentlemen, Paulie_nj recently praised Obama, calling him, "someone we should trust our country to."

Think… It's Patriotic

It amazes me that the republicans are openly hostile towards our firefighters. Weren't these people the heroes of 9/11? You should all be ashamed of yourselves.

Obama '08

WHENEVER THE FIRE FIGHTERS UNION SUPPORTS A CANIDATE, THEY LOOSE.
AND SO WILL OBAMA>

RUBY kansas- I KNOW RIGHT!!!

OBAMA BIDEN 08

letha, and who do you follow? a wrinkly old warmonger that contradicts his ways every day.

my question its is john maccain always said the country first ? realy ? the country is about the americans ppls or is about the buildings ? i means the country is all about you ppls b smart americans !

Thank you!!!! Yes we all can!!!

Obama 08/12!!

Minnesota woman-how on earth can you support McCain over Obama? Obama and Hillary had almost exactly the same ideas and goals! All you Hillary supporters who say you're now with the McCain camp really need to take a step back, drop the emotional baggage from the primary loss, and look at the big picture. When I see people like you making these claims I wonder exactly why did you support Hillary in the first place? Obviously it wasn't due to the issues…was it just because she's a woman? That's hardly a reason to support a candidate running for office. Hillary lost, she took Obama for granted, spent all her cash way too early-she thought it would all be over after Super Tuesday! So if you're going to be upset at anyone, be upset at Hillary and her campaign for running a poorly organized, over confident, bankrupt operation!

If Clinton Dems screw up the convention with a bunch of immature antics be aware what goes around comes around. If HRC screws up BO's chances, HRC will NEVER EVER get the Dem nomination. As the Mens Warehouse guy says 'I guarantee it'.

hmmm…Biden speaking on Obama's behalf…..sounds like the VP is warming up for the remainder of the campaign season.

Obama/Biden 2008!

I always said Biden was the VP choice for Obama and Biden will be the GOP worse nightmare!!

Firefighters are some of our nations everyday heroes and I have always admired them. I am not surprised that these brave men and women are backing Obama, they know he is the best choice and will actually help our country.

Obama '08

Shocking. A worthless union is backing the protectionist Messiah

The circle of unity is starting to closed for Obama.

Here we go. stop that cantankerous man called Mcwar. he will start
ww III.
GOBAMA.

Great the union is backing him.

But how many will really vote for him in Nov.? Alot of people are afraid to say they don't want to vote for him because they are being called racist.

Hey, Graig you don't have to spell and use grammar properly to talk about wisdom.

Big bleeping deal, unions always support the Democrat. What's the hoopla for??

REPUBLICANS ARE NO WORSE THAN RUSSIANS!

RUSSIANS ARE INVADING GEORGIA TO TAKE IT'S OIL – SOUNDS LIKE JOHN McSAME REPUBLICAN ATTACK ON IRAQ.

ALL THAT IGNORANCE JOHN McSHAME IS SPOUTING IS JUST TO SUPPORT HIS LOBBYIST FRIENDS & CAMPAIGN STAFF WHO GETS OIL DEALS AND JET SKIING GIVEAWAYS FROM GEORGIA….

Can one of the true hillary fans (not a republican in disguise) tell me how you could vote for her and then change to McCain–who totally is opposite her in just about every issue? why were you voting for her in the first place—because it's obvious it had nothing to do with the issues.

Also, please explain to me how 18 million people have been disenfranchised because their canidate didn't win? if 18 million and 1 vote for the other person, it doesn't mean that those voting for the candidate with less votes were disenfranchised…….. if it hadn't been clear before, i think hillary was her worst enemy–not the media, not obama..but look at her campaign. her feeling of entitlement destroyed that campaign and no one or nothing else.

I just want to say that the bloggers on CNN, not particularly this blog here, are very immature and mean spirited. These blogs bring out the nastiness in people. Yesterday, concerning another non-news story (like this one), they were unnecessarily viscious towards Mrs. McCain. I am sick of the insults, especially coming from Obama's supporters. There is nothing new here that they didn't do to Hillary. This presidential campaign is nothing more than soundbites and marketing. We really need in depth journalism and frankly, I'm sick of all the pundits shouting over each other "spinning" without any real discourse – that goes for all the networks and cable stations.

This is the same group that backed Kerry in 04.

Means nothing.

NoBama ever!

I hope the firefighters turn their hoses on this empty suit and blow him back to Germany. He will feel right at home there with all the socialists. Oh yeah, hope he takes his gorilla faced wife with him.

Are you guys all that ignorant?
The entire concept of unions was formed by the Democrats…
If unions started backing republicans regularly it would be almost as shocking as if Putin started hugging puppies on national tv

"We can't overlook Senator McCain's service to our country, but we also can't overlook his poor record on issues critical to the financial security of our 290,000 members"

..SEEMS LIKE THE EMPTY SUIT COULD BE LOCATED IN THE GOP CAMP.CANT WAIT THURSDAY TO SEE THE BACK OF YOU PUMAS!

When Obama heard the Russians invaded Georgia he called the Mayor of Atlanta to offer support.

Minnesota woman for hillary, now for mccain: so what, you are a looser. Just shut up and go vote for the man that haS absolutely nothing in common with hillary. We are so sick of hearing from idiots like YOU. When you make dumb comments like this, people use to wonder why? But we now know that you are not a democrat and just a sorry looser. Why else would you vote against Obama when he obviously has way more in common with your beloved Hillary than that old, senile, warmonger, cheater of his past wife, abuser of his current wife. BUT YOU GO RIGHT AHEAD, YOU BIG FAT STUPID JERK!!!

Funny to hear all the far-right Republicons and PUMA sissies spew their rampant hate for Obama. Your 'experience' argument is wearing very thin these days. McCain may have experience in destroying five military jets, getting caught and collaborating with the enemy, and extramarital affairs, but he lacks any competence, and is simply a doddering old fool. Competence trumps experience any day. I'm voting for competence, I'm voting Obama!

To the woman who will vote for McSame – do you have any 18year old kids in your lives? Well, get ready for the draft if McSame is somehow elected. He wants to bomb the crap out of many countries.

McCain=Draft – Count on it!

Obama 'till 2016

To Nick:
If you read the entire article, you would have seen this.." Sen. Joe Biden will attend and address the convention on behalf of Obama." That's why I made the VP comment. NOW GET BACK!

Thank you firefighters for all you do to keep us safe..

Thank you for your hard work and dedication to your job..

Thank you for supporting the candidate who will truly continue to be on your side to make sure your families are taken care of, your jobs are protected and your service will be recognized and honored..

Thank you Senator Obama for caring for the people of the United States.

Obama 2008

Yes..WE…Can…

Yes…WE…Should.

Well Minnesota Woman…I DO!!!

GO OABAMA GO!!!

Thank you IAFF

By the way…
Wouldn't labor organizations (who have the most lobbyists in Washington) be considered special interest groups?

That's actually a pretty funny photo with this article: Little man hiding behind a big podium! Just noticed it.

MCSAME DAUGHTER IS VIETNAMIE

@ gary

Learn how to spell and use grammar properly, then you can talk to me about wisdom.

Big Whoop…so what is the point and why are so many Obamanation groupies welcoming these people who endorse him? As if they have some personal connection to the messiah they are following!

This will help blunt the 9/11 PR offensive that the GOP is surely planning as we speak. It makes it a little harder to say you are the candidate of national security when fire fighters support the other guy.

First responders are the key to any emergency, whether it is terrorism or a natural disaster. Any genuine effort at national security needs to begin with people like fire fighters and port security.

Look for the big police unions to be next. That would be even more of a coup for Obama, and knock the wind out of McCain's sails on the whole "law and order" issue, which has been a winner for the GOP since the Nixon days.

Of course Obama is behind firefighters. Nobody wants to deny those who protect our life and property, but….

In my community–they get salaries (and unheard of in the "real world" overtime). And white shirts–are making 5 times what the taxpayers who pay for their salaries earn.

No reason or judgement is given to equipment purchases–even though we have around 20 fuel guzzling all terrain ambulances–and 98% of the patient transport is along city streets w/ paved surfaces–nobody ever asks why they need such lumbering rapid emergency response and patient transport vehicles.

Sure–they do vehicular extrication and such–but they usually call on the firedepartment rescue units for that–so why the dozens of jaws of life?

Libertarians–against the ridiculous waste and the unionization of government servants.

No request for funding has "ever" been turned down to my knowledge.

Ladies and Gentlemen,the time has come for all of you to realize that what goes around comes around,in your country slavery was abolished not too long ago,now you get to bare the fruits of your ancestors labours,you will end up with a colored president,he is your only hope to PEACE,and the future of America,should you vote for a white president all you will end up with is another religious HERETIC,….Dinasuars,are the past Barack Obama on the other hand represents youth wich equals FUTURE………………..Thank You

Union members are always told what to do by their union bosses, but they usually do exactly what they, themselves, want to do — so this is NOT a big plus for Obama by any means. Besides, no outfit wears the label "corruption" better than unions. But, then, so does Obama — so I guess it's a good fit.

To all the bitter Hillary supporters: Get over it, vote for McCain already and shut up.

To William: A union endorsing a candidate, no matter how expected, is news. Cindy McCain wasting insurance money to get x-rays because she shook hands with an untouchable isn't.

Wonderful!

Isn't it funny how quickly McBush sent aide to Georgia compared to how sloooowww they reacted to Katrina victims in New Orleans….even to this day American citizens from that region still has not gotten the aid they need! Hmm….I guess when big oil is involve forget the Americans!

Name a job that is not union that gives the employee the ability to negotiate hours, salaries, benefits. You will not find one. This just means that they will have more power to strike.

Obama is a joke. pretty boy with no knowledge how to run a country,just give a smooth speech.America will find out when its to late. A unexperience media clown will put our country in worst shape. With age comes wisdom. Our country is falling for a con man.America o.b. followers dont act like they care about their country just the dream of change that will never be.Our national security is the main issue. Without our country safe ,we dont need to worry about any other issue. Think about it you morons that dont vote for experience and wisdom.

To the Minnesota Woman for Hillary, good go to McCain we don't want your kind any way SEE YAA HATER.
OBAMA, OBAMA, PLEASE HURRY BACK WE NEED YOU BEFORE THAT OLD FOOL GETS US ALL KILLED.
GOD PLEASE HELP US, KEEP US SAFE FROM THESE RACISTS FOOLS.
oBAMA 08/16

Second the motion from Minnesota Woman Voter for Hillary; now for McCain! Pat from Pittsburgh says I don't support BO either.

A union supporting the democratic contender? Noooooo, I dont believe it. . .

geesh, what else is new?

Ruby, Kansas-
I don't think the Fire Fighter's Union can be VP.

Everyone needs to stop speculating about who the VP is. All your predictions are meaningless. It is clearly going to be Evan Bayh. Hillary is the only other choice and we know he isn't going to do that.

Every American citizen who is not filthy rich like John McCain and his $500 shoes should support Obama. It is not suprising that firefighters, good hardworking normal folks would support Obama.

At least the firefighters have sense enough to not vote against their own economical interests. Too bad more Americans dont have as much common sense.

Apparently firefighters are heroes now.
We've watered down that word to the point of no meaning whatsoever.

to Paulie:

first he's a celebrity, now he little known, make up your mind.

Sen Obama's credentials are just fine thank you. He has the judgment and wisdom to run this great country and keep our troops from fighting dumb wars.

Maybe you should try reading instead of listening to pus limbaugh.

The Fire Fighter Union support for Senator Obama is consistent with other unions suing WalMart corporate executives for pressuring lower level employees to vote Republican. WalMart fears that a Democratic President would allow employees to unionize, one more confirmation that Democrats look out for the American people while Republicans protect corporate profits.

no one ever seems to remember the sacrafice firefighters make so this is good news but I am waiting for Powell's endorsement!

Unions back Obama? Why is that??

Minnesota Woman get over it and have a nice life. This Obama supporter wishes you well.

God bless.

Welcome aboard! Heroes recognize other heroes!!!!
OBAMA 2008!!!!!!!

Go Obama! Thanks firefighters!

The only trump card left for mcWAR-COWARD-BEFORE-RUSSIA :SWIFTBOATING!
One more qustion-mcBUSH is Iraq a sovereign nation?

Are we supposed to be surprised that the IAFF would back the democrat ! Unions are for collective barganing, same thing as the old Robin Hood theory, take from the rich and give to the poor whether they deserve it or not. Democrats want to give rather than earn, their main supporters are unions, and people who do not have a good work ethic. Duhhh Go John GO.

Ron Democrat turned independent:

Obama voted for opening the vote on Collective Barginning. That is why Obama is getting their support- what was your post hoping to achieve other than making random, unjustified, veiled claims with no merit or foundation?

Also worth noting Clinton voted same way as Obama on this one…yet another way they stand in lock step while McCaina dnt he Bush administration stamp on the workers and servie men and women in favour of corperation and their own agenda.

Simple, clear and real.
God bless you fire fighters.

Obama has demonstrated to various unions and community support groups around the country that he supports them and any efforts to uplift and empower any group toward a more fair and equal balance of all things pertaining to the quality of life. Not in human entities founded on the motives of greed, growth and profit. People are our greatest resource without which there can be no profit.

OBAMA 08

Obama is a talking puppet who only makes promises to those who will vote for him in hopes of 'give me' 'give me' 'give me'……many of those voting for this clown would never have a clue of what it means to give to the greater whole, only take from it

McCain 08′…………………from an UNDERGRAD

Hurry home OBAMA, we need you!!!!

OBAMA '08

Talk is cheap—let the firefighters say they will endorse Obama. We don't know what they really will do alone when they cast their vote.

Why don't all you IDIOTS just sign your paychecks and give it to the Dumbocrats. Then maybe they will leave my taxes alone.

Probably a lot of these guys are also veterans who know how McSame has voted against veteran's benefits, since he's married to Barbie the heiress and could care less….

These firefighters are, of course, looking out for their jobs in supporting Obama. But it's too bad that in other areas, Obama is the most corrupt and evil (and stupid) politician to ever run for president. I disagree with him on nearly every issue and could never support him.

I thought the GEORGIAN FIRE FIGHTERS were backing McCain???

Way to go! Now let's get to work to elect Senator Obama so that real change will come………………….

Still dominating the news cycle on vacation. Reading about McSame and seeing him speak is like watching paint dry. Way to go Obama! Show up well at the fireman's convention, vice president Biden. Poor Cindy…if Michele sprang her wrist, everyone would be interviewing the doctors, nurses and clerical staff at the hospitals. McSame and Cindy need to retire….they are too tired!

Didn't they endorse Kerry to???????? The only good thing about the convention is hearing Hillary and Bill speak without a teleprompter.

I thought he didn't want suppoer of lobbysts?
All these major unions are lobbysts as well!
Yoo much word play for me

This guy is just promissing everything to everyone. He can't make good on this. Santa Claus isn't real for a reason so stop pretending to be him.

He may have the support of the firefighters, but I still question his true American Roots and what he is really going to do???????????

"In the 21st century nations dont invade other nations", John Mccain 08/13/08.

What about us invading iraq?

A very wise group.

An innocent man was killed "The chairman". We want to know who Obama is? We want to know more about him. Instead of posting these endorsing info please find out more about the so called "The presumptive nominee". American people deserve to know more about him versus who endorses who.

Bring back the real journalism. Bring more facts about Obama please for the sake of America and American people.

What else would you expect from a union……….big deal

Who cares? Should we poll every American to see who we all endorse? Nothing matters until the polls close in November.

Thank you to those brave man and women. Thank you for recognizing who is on the side of working men and women. God bless you and protect you as you do the dangerous work.

OBAMA 08!!!

Gee, a union endorsing a Democrat. That's big news. Like the Democratic agenda, unions outlived their usefulness decades ago.

This site has gotten so boring. Everything is Go Obama! McCain's an idiot! Go go go!! Really any substance or interesting dialogue.

Cheers for Collective Bargaining!

Good, because I don't.

According to a recent article written by CNN contributors, they describe Obama as "a little-known state lawmaker from Illinois". Not really the credentials of someone we should trust our country to.

Welcome aboard. The mor people who join the campaign to stop Republican tyranny, the better.

Heroes for Obama. I like it! Thank you.

This ranks up there with 'sun rises in the east.' Only if a labor union endorsed a REPUBLICAN Prez candidate is it news. Don't you think most of those fire fighters were already going to vote for Obama anyway?

CNN is supposed to report NEWS; there isn't anything new here at all.

VERY GOOD THESE PEOPLE ARE ON THE MONEY. OBAMA IS FOR THE WORKING PERSON THIS IS VERY CLEAR.

OBAMA…..08

Welcome!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Can't wait for the Convention!!!
Obama 08

Gee, so many people are endorsing Obama, wonder why? Is it because he is for the people unlike mccain who is for the rich only? And fire fighters, police, teachers should all be looked out for as they have critical jobs that are also critical to our communitites. With all mccain's so called 'experience' what has he really done in his 25 yrs? Also heard that he has endorsed bush's plan to roll back the endangered species policy so there goes his claim that he is for the enviornment.

this is a breath of fresh air after having to read all the war stories and McCain for days now. i will be so glad to see obama back from vacation to get us all pumped up again with his positive energy. the bad karma that comes with anything one reads about McCain is draining to one's soul.hurry home obama …we miss you!!!

how did sen obama and co. vote on this legislature that prevent them from collective barganing? yeah right. he do love to talk the talk don't he

MCSHAME GET YOUR FACTS TOGETHER

YOU INVADED IRAQ IN THE 21ST CENTURY.

SO WHAT ARE YOU TALKING ABOUT

the country is starting to come together around obama.

Welcome on board ladies and gentlemen. Firefighters are real heros and deserve all the backing they need. Just as our troops do. (Notice McBush didn't support the GI bill either). God Bless you all !.

Obama 08

Hmmm…..I see Joe Biden as his veep choice – Not a bad choice. I also see Romney as McCain's veep. The 2 veep candidates have been awfully quiet these days.

BO '08

WELCOME ABOARD gentlemen, we're GLAD to have you on the Presidential train heading straight to the WHITE HOUSE!!

All aboard, cho-cho….

great job obama

Great news! WISDOM at its best.

Obama follows through for the people and McCain falls short, once again.

Hmmmmmmmm….could this be the VP stepping up to the plate??

A union is backing a Democrat.

Also, water is wet.

"In the 21st Century Countries don't invade other Countries"

John McCain – 08/13/2008