August 19, 2008
Posted: August 19th, 2008 12:09 PM ET

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More Democratic delegates want Clinton for VP than any other candidate.
More Democratic delegates want Clinton for VP than any other candidate.

(CNN) – Hillary Clinton was the top VP choice of Democratic delegates willing to state their pick in a new poll released just days before the party’s convention in Denver.

Twenty-eight percent of the 970 pledged delegates and superdelegates surveyed in a CBS News/New York Times poll want to see Clinton as Barack Obama’s running mate, with Joe Biden coming in at 6 percent and John Edwards, Bill Richardson, and Evan Bayh at 4 percent. Thirsty-six percent did not have a preference, or would not state their opinion.

But just 61 percent of Clinton’s delegates would still like to see her name the Democratic ticket this fall — leaving open the question of just how many will still cast their votes for her when her name is placed into nomination at next week’s convention..

Few Obama delegates surveyed — just 3 percent - would like to see him offer Clinton a place on the ticket. But the names currently rumored to be on Obama’s shortlist hardly fared better: Richardson garners 8 percent, and Biden draws 7 percent.

Nearly half the superdelegates interviewed didn’t offer a pick.

Most delegates heading to Colorado agree that Clinton would help the Democratic ticket win in November: 61 percent believe she would help the party re-capture the White House, while 13 percent believe she would hurt its chances. Yet another divide exists between the Clinton and Obama camps here: almost all of the New York senator’s pledged delegates say she would help, while just 35 percent of Obama’s say the same.

The poll had a margin of error of plus or minus 3 percent.

Filed under: Barack Obama • Hillary Clinton • Polls


the way I see it in Canada   August 19th, 2008 2:34 pm ET

Why do you post comments about no Hillary no vote? Do you actually think that he will take what you think into consideration? I wouldn't. Look who you voted for.

Hillary Clinton Supporter   August 19th, 2008 2:34 pm ET

I think that if Hillary Clinton is offered the VP slot, which she will not be, she should turn it down. It is my strong belief that Senator Obama will lose in November. I supported Senator Clinton in the primary, and I now support Senator McCain. No matter what Hillary does from this point forward, the Hillary haters are going to badmouth her. If anyone doubts that fact, think back to the Father Pflager comments shouted from the pulpit. Also, Reverend Wright's. Oh, and lest we forget, the recent Ludacris trash Hillary rap. When Obama loses the election, she will be blamed. She should go out and campaign furiously for Obama, although we still will not vote for him. The one thing that will wreck her career is to be on Obama's losing ticket in November. My advice to Hillary Clinton, unsolicited though it may be, do not give anyone definite proof that you are not full throated in your support of Obama and look torward 2012 after President McCain's first term.

Tired of W, OH   August 19th, 2008 2:34 pm ET

I'm sick of all the finger pointing by both camps! Obama supporters need to cut out "No Hillary" hype and the Hillary supporters need to grow up and look at the real reasons they spout their "No bama" crap.

Let me say this in the clearest way possible.....

IT'S NOT ABOUT OBAMA OR HILLARY! IT'S ABOUT TAKING THIS COUNTRY BACK FROM THE LYING, CORRUPT GOP WHO HAVE TAKEN OVER THIS COUNTRY AND RAN IT INTO THE GROUND!

This country needs a Democrat in the White House. If you're not on-board with this, you need to get a new party. And grow the hell up!

chris   August 19th, 2008 2:34 pm ET

if obama does NOT choose Hillary, he is guaranteed to lose.....just pointing out the obvious to those who lack the common sense to recognize reality....

Matthew   August 19th, 2008 2:33 pm ET

How could John Edwards register any votes? He LIED repeatedly to the American people and cheated on his dying wife. Had he won the nomination and his affair been revealed, he would have ruined the Democratic Party in November.

Steve in DC   August 19th, 2008 2:33 pm ET

If Obama is smart he will keep both Bill and Hillary as far from him as possible. Those two are bad news...I think Bill just about made it impossible for her to be selected anyway with his sideways talk about Obama being prepared.

Glenn   August 19th, 2008 2:33 pm ET

If Hillary didn't have Bill as a husband, then I'd say OK, let's give her the VP nod. If you take Hillary, you inherit Bill and all of his luggage and animosity to go with it.

If you want to go with a woman VP, #1 choice should be Kathleen Sebelius and #2 Nancy Pelosi. Both are women of integrity and strong leaders without husbands who have more skeletons in their closets than graveyards have graves.

If he goes with a male VP, then Caine or Biden are the logical choices.

Sherry, Atlanta   August 19th, 2008 2:33 pm ET

BY THE WAY. . .9 OF THE 18 MILLION, WERE REPUBLICIANS! ! !

**THEY KNEW HILLARY WOULD BE EASY TO BEAT. NOW THEY SEE THE HILLARY SUPPORTERS WILL DO WHATEVER IS NECESSARY TO DESTROY BARACK OBAMA.

FALLING RIGHT INTO THEIR PLAN, HOW UNFORTUNATE. IT'S CALLED----DIVIDE AND CONQUER! ! !

California Gold   August 19th, 2008 2:33 pm ET

Hillary Clinton as VP is one of those nice things to think about, but when we wake up from day dreaming the stark facts keep her out of contention. Two utterly opposite core value statements in the primary: Obama's message was vote for change and Hillary's message was vote for experience. If Hillary was on the ticket it would undercut Obama's message of change and send a message that he is really old hat, business as usual politics which then says we can't believe a word he says, and that would hand the election to McCain. In fact McCain could go on vacation, do nothing and still win if he were running against an Obama/Clinton ticket.

Independent-Latina-for-OBAMA   August 19th, 2008 2:32 pm ET

I agree with "Kami in Chandler AZ". Those who will vote for McBush rather than vote for Sen. Obama because they did not get-their-way are just putting their egos over the good of their country!

CAN WE AFFORD ANOTHER FOUR YEARS OF A GOP PRESIDENT?

OUR NATIONAL DEBT HAS DOUBLED UNDER THE BUSH/CHENEY DYNASTY AND THE GOP CONTROLLED CONGRESS OF 1994-2006!
TO $10 TRILLION!

WE HAVE GONE TO WAR WITH IRAQ............ AND MCBUSH SINGS "BOMB...........BOMB............BOMB IRAN!"

WE ARE SPENDING $1.38 BILLION......... A DAY! IN IRAQ!

JUST TO NAME A COUPLE OF THE MANY MISTAKES OF THE GOP!

PLEASE PEOPLE THINK!

Thalia, VA   August 19th, 2008 2:32 pm ET

Christmas has come early this year. The candidates have some presents. Let's see what Santa brought them.

Barack's Presents:
A mirror to look over his shoulder
A pen for autographs
More royalties from his books
A life jacket to guard against swift boaters
Postcards from Berlin
Invitation to Hyannisport
Map of Illinois, he still represents them
The same questions that Rick Warren sent John McCain in advance
A stadium filled with Americans who want to make a difference

McCain:
A "War & Peace” book
A red phone to no where so he can't start a war
A copy of the Constitution so he knows he's not president
An autograph picture of Rick Warren
Hair dye and one eyebrow pencil
Pictures of the family he ditched when he returned
15 minute news coverage from an obscure paper

Hillary:
Tape for Bill's mouth
31 million dollars to pay off her debt
Video tape of her arrival in Bosnia
A gun and some shots of whiskey
Certificate that says she an official member of the boys club
Signed autograph of Annie Oakley
Trash can so she can throw away her race card
Map of New York, in case she forgot she's a Senator
Map of all 50 states in case she runs again after a Super Tuesday
A picture of the bus that she threw her loyal base under after NH

Caryn, Washington DC   August 19th, 2008 2:32 pm ET

Hillary Clinton has screwed herself right out of being VP with all of her drama and Bill's hurt feelings. Sorry PUMAs you can't hold the next POTUS hostage.

Christian Infidel   August 19th, 2008 2:32 pm ET

LET'S SEND A MESSAGE: IF HILARY IS NOT ON THE TICKET WE WILL NOT VOTE FOR BARACK HUSSEIN OBAMA.

BV   August 19th, 2008 2:32 pm ET

"As SNL parodied it in a skit, the main stream media spent most of the primary cycle asking Hillary much harder questions than they asked Obama."
How many times was Hillary asked to defend her Christian faith? How many times was Hillary's patriotism questioned? How many times was Hillary accused of being sympathetic to Terrorists despite her and Bill's ties to the same group Ayers was in?
Simple fact is, Hillary had more experience, more money (1/4 of a Billion Dollars), a bigger organization in more states, and more built in supporters. She horribly mismanaged her campaign, bankrupting it, she had no coherent message for 1/2 of the campaign, and she lost to a Rookie with more political talent. THAT'S WHY she's not the candidate.

TSAH   August 19th, 2008 2:31 pm ET

IF HILLARY IS NOT ON THE TICKET – YOU'RE NOT GOING TO VOTE FOR OBAMA!!!!

Give me a BREAK!!! When your BACKSIDE walk into that voting booth in November – it's between YOU – the LORD – and McSAME!!!

YOU – will finally come to your senses.
LORD – will surely place you in the right directions – AND
McSAME "will not" be the one you vote for because you know you do
not want another 4 years of BUSH!!!

So all of you HATERS – stop showing off and get behind the right choice – OBAMA 2008-2016!!! YES WE CAN!!!

chris   August 19th, 2008 2:31 pm ET

to the obama lemmings, don't confuse party and country or deity and country...the best interests of America lie with a Hillary Clinton Administration, not with the lesser candidates (mccain/obama)...

Still for Hill   August 19th, 2008 2:31 pm ET

Hillary is the choice of the century... the greatest hope for this nation.

We had the choice to nominate the BEST candidate we all have ever seen in our lifetimes- but political games ruined it for America.

PJ, New York Independent   August 19th, 2008 2:31 pm ET

Elaine, you said:

I find it amazing as I read through what people wrote that they are adamant about "NO Hillary, NO vote", etc. That she's the best candidate, etc. yet she ran a lousy campaign. My question is, do you guys really think that Hillary is any more qualified to be president than Obama, or do you think that she's entiled to the position because her husband once held it? It is Hillary you want as President or VP, or is it the idea of having a Clinton, any Clinton back in the WH?

A few posts back, someone said, "Hillary can still win the nomination". Let's say that's true. Do you think she would win the Presidency? People keep forgetting that Obama also received 18 million plus voters and more since the general election started. What do you think would happen if Hillary managed to wrestle the nomination from Obama? I don't think his supporters, at this late stage in the process, are going to vote for her at all.
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Do you still not understand?? Neither one of these people (clinton or Obama) can win at this point, as the Democratic party is HUGELY divided.

John McCain will be the next president, get used to it everyone.

Terry   August 19th, 2008 2:31 pm ET

Bunch of whiners

ATL Jay   August 19th, 2008 2:30 pm ET

It's just sad that we are speculating that the best possible presidential candidate is being considered for the bottom of the ticket.
I am so discouraged by these elections. Why has the Democrat party fallen for this young unproven wannabe? At least he is not running against a real challenger, like Colin Powell.

TESAP; SAVANNAH, GA   August 19th, 2008 2:30 pm ET

NO HILIARY........... NO COLLECTION CALLS AT 3AM.............. :)

NO HILIARY............... NOT WORTHY

democracy   August 19th, 2008 2:30 pm ET

I want a roll call vote.

Otogenarian   August 19th, 2008 2:29 pm ET

Even if Obama were to pick Clinton, you haters will not vote for him anyway, so who gives a rat's tail who you vote for. Go ahead and vote for McCSame and we are go down the tubes together. As long as I don't have to sink by myself. Misery loves company you know. Taking risk is what you will be doing with McSame. BOMB,BOMB,BOMB or is it the SURGE? Hope your children or grands won't be orphans when its all over.

chris   August 19th, 2008 2:29 pm ET

not to mention the fact that many of obama's plans largely borrow from Senator Clinton's plans in the first place!

Xango   August 19th, 2008 2:29 pm ET

what i dont realy get is why is she still heading this ??? did we not have fair elections?
did we not read?
did we not vote?

i mean, what will it take, for the clintons to step aside and let history roll on..
this woman continues to take the limelight afte she SAID : shame on you Barack..

after she is a millionaire
after she lied
after she made up stuff
after she used kitchen sink tactics

why is the DNC still behind her? what does she and bill have on Dean and other puppets of theirs, that they can not let the queen cry adn take defeat??
i thought she said she was taugh, she still never accepted defeat, and never congratulated Obama, just wait and see ,she and booba, will make a legal argument at the convention,
and if that does not work, they will hire someone to end this for once..

after all they are the clintons, the loved dynasty.

what a shame, shame on you Billary

Shane   August 19th, 2008 2:29 pm ET

WE WILL WIN IF SHE IS ON THE TICKET

A house divided   August 19th, 2008 2:29 pm ET

It is now ALMOST too late for the Hill to save Obama.

The party waited too long to unite the spit party.

Ron   August 19th, 2008 2:29 pm ET

Hillary FOR VP
OBAMA CANT WIN WITHOUT HILLARY

Charlotte   August 19th, 2008 2:29 pm ET

I would prefer for Hillary to be the nominee. I hope she won't be his VP because I would have to vote for Obama, and I really do not want to. I read these post where Obama supporters say they would never vote for Hillary. What is the difference when Hillary supporters say that same thing about Obama? Obama supporters call us traitors, what would they be if the shoe were on the other foot?

chris   August 19th, 2008 2:29 pm ET

the next time an obama supporter actually recites or even summarizes obama's plans and policies will be the first time....

Common Sense in MA   August 19th, 2008 2:28 pm ET

We already know that Obama and McCain are in a dead heat.

Why isn't Obama further ahead?

What can seal this deal and heal the rift in the party - instantly?

Duh!!!

Freedom to vote   August 19th, 2008 2:28 pm ET

Win Win....

No HRC, we are all free to NOT vote for Obama.

pat C.   August 19th, 2008 2:28 pm ET

NO...NO...NO.... TO CLINTON. I AM AN OBAMA SUPPORTER AND SHE WILL KNIFE HIM EVERYTIME SHE GETS A CHANCE. SHE WILL FORGET THAT SHE IS NOT THE PRESIDENT AND WILL TELL HIM WHAT TO DO.NO...NO.... NO!!!!!

To the Hillpublican supporters   August 19th, 2008 2:28 pm ET

I am so sick you of you people. You people always claiming Obama supporters always attack Hillary but yet you conventiently forget that you are the same vindictive, sorry a-s-s-es that attacks Obama. A lot of you are racist, and men bashers who can't get over the fact that Hillary was beat by a rookie! Even though Hillary and Obama has almost the exact same policies, you'll vote for McCain anyway??? Yep, that's pure racisim because what does he have in common with Hillary???

You people are such sore losers that I've never seen adults act like this in my entire life!

Ann   August 19th, 2008 2:28 pm ET

You are a fool, Obama, if you do not pick Hillary as your VP. I will not be voting in November if she is not on the ticket.

chris   August 19th, 2008 2:27 pm ET

Hillary has the tenacity and grit to survive and thrive while under attack from the anti-American elements of the republican party.....she has done it for over a decade, and she can add that power to the ticket if she is the VP......if she isn't, obama's name will become synonomous with john kerry come November....

Force will fail   August 19th, 2008 2:27 pm ET

I see the fools hating on Hillary are still not understanding how hope, unity, tolerence and change works.

McCain is better   August 19th, 2008 2:27 pm ET

CNN,

McCain is far far better than Obama. No Obama

Hatred drove us away   August 19th, 2008 2:27 pm ET

Does not get better than Hillary Clinton- except if she had been given her win and were now our presidential nominee.

Tom   August 19th, 2008 2:26 pm ET

Hillary is not electable. (and no, not because she is a woman–it's the baggage, stupid!) Pairing her with Obama will make him less electable. And even if they do win, what would Barak do with Hillary and Bill once he gets in the White House?

Forget it, it's a losing proposition.

chris   August 19th, 2008 2:26 pm ET

the fact of the matter is that obama cannot win without her and even with her on the ticket, his own exceedingly bad judgment and behavior in his past will make even that goal very hard to reach....

Dems are stuck in the fix they rigged   August 19th, 2008 2:26 pm ET

Those bitter people filled with antipathy towards other American and fellow democrats... ALL turned out to be Obama supporters hating on Hill and destroying the party.

Good move y'all

PUMAs are Annoying   August 19th, 2008 2:26 pm ET

Somebody please shut these idiots up. They are getting on people's nerves with there childish temper tantrums.

the Lorax   August 19th, 2008 2:26 pm ET

PUMAs are rich republicans who have infiltrated the party. They just want to keep their millions.

It would be nice if he chose Hillary, but then again there are other female Democrats. Wesley Clark would definitely be the best choice because there are many dark clouds on the horizon.

BV   August 19th, 2008 2:25 pm ET

"Hillary is loved by millions- only her centrist, inclusive, non divisive methods can save the democrats"
Now who's drinking Kool-Aid? You seem to forget that Obama and Hillary, for all intents and purposes, split the popular vote. All you Hillary people keep talking about how you won't vote for Obama or how you're going to vote for McCain. You honestly think young people, like myself, or other Obama supporters will just FORGET THAT and vote Hillary in 2012? Ever hear of 'turnabout is fair play?' Don't threaten us, Hillary supporters. There are just as many of us as there are of you, and we can stay home in 2012 if you can stay home in 2008. The difference is, we're adults and we probably won't. How about you? Are YOU mature enough to realize that McCain shares NONE of Hillary's policy views? Or will you vote against your own morality, judgement, and self-interest? We'll see.

Sheople yes, people not so much   August 19th, 2008 2:24 pm ET

Loathers of Hillary...

hope that works out well for you and your family when the imposter losed in NOV because of YOUR silly, selfish, intra-party animosity and bitterness to those different from yourself...

I think Obama said that......

Eileen from Maine   August 19th, 2008 2:24 pm ET

Marc PDX August 19th, 2008 2:08 pm ET

Question to some of you: why do so many people say that Hillary ran
a terrible campaign?
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Answer because she did, she wildly mismanaged and bankrupted a quarter-of-a-billion-dollar campaign operation, and then blamed it on the media. It is all very well documented.

You also state that Obama's campaign screamed "racist" at anyone who challenged him on anything........................................That sounds like a regurgitation of something you heard somebody else say.
Question for you.......Where is the evidence of this?????

one more vote   August 19th, 2008 2:24 pm ET

CNN,

One more before you close, Hillary for President!!

Marie in California   August 19th, 2008 2:23 pm ET

No matter who he chooses, even if it's Clinton, Obama will not get my vote.

As a centrist/moderate, I say.....if not Hillary, then McCain! He's a decent and honorable person. And, like Hillary, he is more to the center, while Obama is so far to the Left he's about to topple right over the edge.

NOBAMA!

Joe Texas   August 19th, 2008 2:23 pm ET

If Obama does not pick Clinton as his running mateI will vote McCain, Hello people wake up and smell the coffee, Dont forget the surplus the Clinton's left, and now what do we have, and u think Obama will deliver like that, Obama will not be a good President without her, She can bring allot to the table, and that would unite cause me and many more would vote Obama, Obama will tell u everything u want to hear, Now it's his choice who he wants nut I can tell u, He will not win without Hillary on the ticket....

JC   August 19th, 2008 2:23 pm ET

Gov. Bill Richardson is the best, true 'change we can believe in' selection for Obama.

Sheople yes, people not so much   August 19th, 2008 2:23 pm ET

Clinton/ Obama the ONLY winning ticket.

Sherry, Atlanta   August 19th, 2008 2:23 pm ET

To Pat in Cali:
HILLARY REPRESENTS THE SAME 'DESTRUCTIVE POLITICS', AS THE REPUBLICIAN PARTY. SHE DEFINITELY WOULD NOT BE CHANGE. . .

OBAMA/BIDEN '08-12

Mike in Houston   August 19th, 2008 2:22 pm ET

Aww quit crying Hillary supporters, she lost period, she will not win the nomination, no matter how many sit ins and protest you have in store for next week. You people call us childish??? If Barack would have lost, and Hillary would have won, I would not have voted for her, but I would not have voted for McCain either, as you idiots are proposing. I just would have waited to see if he was running again in 2012 and then made my decision. You Hillary hypocrites are absolutly unbelievably mentally disturbed. You are the reson why the world laughs at American Politics. And as for Mr. Obama's comment on "He will win", you darn right he will because there are more of us who love him and what he stands for than more of you who hate his skin.

Pushed Out   August 19th, 2008 2:22 pm ET

Hillary was pushed out by the dem. party and the media. They turned their backs on her. Its too late now to change how her supporters feel about the treatment she got and all the nasty name calling etc. Obama does not deserve to win either. He did not "earn" his nomination – it was "given" to him. That is the reason McCain will win. So, who cares if you Obama supporters would not vote for HIllary if for some reason she would get the nomination – you people fixed it so either way neither of them would get in.

I am a Hillary supporter who will vote for McCain. PUMA

Hillary power   August 19th, 2008 2:22 pm ET

SHOULD BE PREZ AND obama the vp.

chris   August 19th, 2008 2:22 pm ET

only the naive and ignorant would support less capable candidates (mccain/obama) to take on the overwhelming responsibilities and problems the next President will have to face....

Heads up haterson both sides   August 19th, 2008 2:22 pm ET

Either way it is poetic JUSTICE-

Hillary for VP or...

Obama will lose without her.

Oh Boy!!!???   August 19th, 2008 2:22 pm ET

We need new, fresh management people. Do we really want to have 20 + years of Bush, Clinton, Bush, Clinton?

If you do, let's get Jeb involved and maybe even his kids, and then we could get Chelsea, and then a baby Bush, and we can go on and on and on.

Wait for it people, Hillary is gonna announce she's running anyway as an independent. Wouldn't that be nice? Then we can have what Nader did to Gore and we can all turn RED in the face.

KAMI IN CHANDLER AZ   August 19th, 2008 2:21 pm ET

Those refusing to vote for Obama if Hillary is not on the ticket are throwing our country away. If you are a true Democrat and have the values and belive in the issues in which a Democrat beleives in voting for McCain is just plain stupid! Grow up and think about soeone other than yourself, we have a chance to make a change and get soemthign done to make our country what it used to be!!! I am for Obama but i will say this much, if Hillary had won instead i would vote for her. McCain does not have any views that either of those candidates share! A vote for MCLame is a vote for another 4 years of Bush!!!!!

Obama/08

Obamanation   August 19th, 2008 2:21 pm ET

Who'd have thunk that the favorite candidate who is also the most qualified but was bullied into submission as the least qualified candidate stole the nomination- would be the favored VP choice.

I'mmmmm just shocked.

Silly democrats. It is Hillary or lose in Nov.

It does not get clearer than that.

ROSJ   August 19th, 2008 2:19 pm ET

I hope he does not pick Hillary. She can't be trusted after all the negative things she said about him during the Primary. She does not want to see him win. Hillary is looking out for herself so she can run in 2012.

Greg Pottstown, Pa.   August 19th, 2008 2:19 pm ET

rbt August 19th, 2008 2:03 pm ET

I have nothing against Mrs. Clinton, but lets get real here. We already see what the republicans are doing in smearing Obama. I have listened for months on what a great candidate Hilary was. Does anyone really beleive that Obama attacked her personally. If Hilary were the Veep pick the republicans would be salivating on who could put up the first ads regarding Monica, Rose Law Firm, Whitewater, Vince Foster, Hilarycare just for starters. She has way to much bagage and that is a primary reason I wouldn;t vote for her in the primary. Lets get real people. She is who the Republicans want to run against. . .always has been
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I am a republican and am really hopping that Hillary is not who we run against. I have said since January that I would rather run against Obama. He has no ground to stand on. He has to convince every body to trust him with no back round to go on. Now I know i will get it for saying that but it is true. All the crap you talk about Obama reaching across the isle is just that, crap. He did one one issue, But all others were dem issues and it was the republicans who were reaching across not the dems.If you wish to rebut this be sure to mention what issue it was and remember liberal issues do not count for him as reaching because it was the repubs that did the reaching. I would love to see what you come up with.

Messiah complex is not appealing   August 19th, 2008 2:18 pm ET

I'll vote democratic if she TOPS the ticket.

She is the clear leader.

She is the show.

Obama is a sureloser

chris   August 19th, 2008 2:18 pm ET

millions upon millions of voters who have the best interests of their children, our troops and our country at heart will vote for the best candidate, Senator Clinton, on November 4th.......whether or not she is on the ticket.....

April in Texas   August 19th, 2008 2:17 pm ET

I am an independant and I would not vote for Obama if Hillary Clinton is the VP. I wont vote for McCain either as I will stay home and save gas. I don't think Bill Clinton was all that awesome towards the end of his presidency and with all the sniper fire and deceptions I can not in good faith vote if Hillary is on the ticket. I like Obama and his views on the issues.

Obama 08/ and anyone but Clinton.

ANGIE   August 19th, 2008 2:17 pm ET

what makes the clinton supporters think obama supporters around 20 million will support hillary if she does get the nomonation all the threats you all made after the primaries saying your voting mccain well hillary supporters have you ever heard of KARMA!!!!!!!!!!

Selected by hate and division and race card   August 19th, 2008 2:17 pm ET

Hillary or bust.

The party is set to implode.

Race-baiting Anti-Hillary hatred and bashing did it.

Keep up the divisive hating while calling for hope and unity and you all will learn the cost of treacherous hatred and hypocrisy.

wise up or Watch out.

Lisa, IA   August 19th, 2008 2:17 pm ET

This election season would have been a disaster without Barack. Can you imagine choosing between Edwards, Hillary and McCain. One may have a baby outside of his marriage, one lies and throws her base under the bus, and the other cheated on his wife and left his kids, and now wants to go to war, and any war will make him happy.

Thanks for running Barack. See you in January on the Capitol steps for your inauguration.

Obama 08

rachae   August 19th, 2008 2:17 pm ET

Hillary lost fair and square. She was the one who divided party with her tactics. It is her fault alone why she isn't considered for VP. That isn't a mean statement. It is just a fact. I will be glad when it is over. And how do you think Hillary will when.............If she can't get the most consistant voting group for Democrats............Blacks. They vote 92% democratic and won't vote for her.

Brian S.   August 19th, 2008 2:17 pm ET

Yes, Stephanie, because nothing says change like a woman who voted for the Iraq War, wants to bomb Iran, used the same low-end campaign tactics the Republicans used, and was the First Lady for 8 years.

Hate Obama and support Hillary if you must, but don't act like she's this big proponent of change. And using that "white male" excuse is just as sexist as NOT voting for her because she's a woman. You should vote fore a person based on how you believe they will perform in office, not the color of their skin or their sex.

Jesse   August 19th, 2008 2:15 pm ET

Hillary all the way!

Rozzella   August 19th, 2008 2:15 pm ET

Senator Hillary Clinton, without doubt, would be the ultimate and qualified VP surprise. She would be a big-league pick for Obama, and a gesture designed to unify the Democratic Party. She still polls higher against Mccain than Obama even after June. If you scroll down Obama's list of choices, the analysis hasn't really changed: Obama with anyone other than Clinton doesn't seem to add much at all, while an Obama-Clinton "Dream Ticket" would be nearly unstoppable. Eight weeks ago Obama probably felt like he didn't need her. Eight weeks later, he probably needs her more than he's willing to admit, and certainly more than she needs him. If Obama wants to win, and if his ego will allow it, he should pick Clinton.

Critical View   August 19th, 2008 2:15 pm ET

It is clear that who wins Ohio wins the presidency. Obama needs Hillary to win. But, why should she be the VP? She is better off being a senator.

tony   August 19th, 2008 2:15 pm ET

Love this divide-You keep fighting–Republicans will keep conquering and that God–
Obama looks as presidential as Nancy Pelosi–
Too many special interests among the DEms-
Obama buried himself on TV-When asked –When does life begin?
His answer was thats not in my pay grade-Thats what a Christian wants to hear-What a hipocrite–!
Anybody but Obama 08'
He looks weak and is weak–!!

Michael   August 19th, 2008 2:15 pm ET

A house divided, well you know what they say.

McCain has solidified his Republican base. Any doubts that may have existed with the more conservative right of his party has been erased. And McCain has always been a favorite of the independents.

The Republicans are united, the Democrats are divided. That equals a win for McCain in 08!

Rise Hillary, Rise   August 19th, 2008 2:15 pm ET

No Hillary... No Show

Obama is losing his steam the more he huffs and he puffs.

Hillary never pales.

Ohio   August 19th, 2008 2:15 pm ET

Number one – we live in american rep or dems can vote for whomever they WANT – they do NOT HAVE TO VOTE PARTY LINE – if they really wanted CLINTON to win she did not GUESS WAHT OBAMA HATE BLOGGERS they do NOT HAVE TO VOTE – SIMPLE

Number Two – Why would ANYONE read CAFFERTY we know he has been BIASED – and is FOR OBAMA since day ONE – so FORGET THAT

Number three – Clinton should NOT accept VP, she was not asked was NEVER going to be asked and let THE GREAT OBAMA WIN THIS ALL BY HIMSELF -

Dummycrats   August 19th, 2008 2:14 pm ET

MORE people wanted Hillary than wanted Obama.

And... Obama is losing democrats by the bushel every day.

And more hatred against those democrats and Hillary will just accelerate the defection.

And McCain should not be punished for Bush's sins.

And Biden is nearly as OLD as McCain... so stop that ageism or you will do for McCain what you did for HRC- unified her base support.

IAMWMD   August 19th, 2008 2:14 pm ET

Due to Hillary's desire to prolong the election, get herself in a bunch of debt slandering Obama's name it would be the biggest mistake of his campaign. He stands to loose more than he will gain. Obama will loose at least a third of his democratic base, independents and democratic leaning Republicans. I for one will stop the donations to his campaign and would probably not vote for the first time since turning eighteen. She is downright divisive.

Change 08

18 Million minus Me   August 19th, 2008 2:14 pm ET

HELLOOOOOOOOO....of course she leads with delegates. They are the people that supported her for president because they wanted to reflect the will of their constituents.

They are now too chicken to step out and vote for the most qualified VP because they don't want to be on the front page after being targeted by PUMA protesters.

You can count on politicians to play it safe when they fear their positions may be at risk.

OBAMA/BIDEN 08

Maria, Byron Center, MI   August 19th, 2008 2:14 pm ET

YES YES YES!!!

Obama/Clinton'08

The dream team…

I do like Biden too, but it's obvious that Hillary has more support.

DEMOCRATS UNITE!!!!!

Crush Rush   August 19th, 2008 2:14 pm ET

I listen to Rush and he is scared,and his merry little followers are scared to death that Hillary will be on the ticket.He told me to vote for John McCain so he can make lots of money and so the FAIRNESS DOCTRINE wont return.

LS   August 19th, 2008 2:13 pm ET

Why is it that every time I see the word PUMA, Jerry Springer comes to mind?

Anyways, as an Obama supporter, I wouldn't mind seeing Hillary as VP. I think she is a good person and it would be nice to see her and Obama beat McCain; however, it might not be her time for this position.

There are still a lot of good choices for VP.

Joe Kiloz   August 19th, 2008 2:13 pm ET

I am one of those who's S U P E R

--SUPER-–TIRED-–OF--BOTH--CLINTONS--She was not

capable of winning her own primary, she's not capable of being VP.

Let's cut out the gender non-sense, if she were a man all would be

asking why this SUPER--SORE-–LOSER-–hasn't been put in her

rightful place.

Richard   August 19th, 2008 2:12 pm ET

Go Hillary! President Hillary Clinton!!!!

No Hillary ! NO Obama!

My vote will go for McCain!

Phantom of the Oprah   August 19th, 2008 2:12 pm ET

Why do the Obama supporters continue to hate on Hillary and still think that her supporters will then back Obama.

If you argue about the good of the party, the nation and voting on platform, not for a specific candidate, THEN Not voting for Obama is no worse than NOT voting for HRC.

If you fail to realize this, Obama is sure to lose in NOV.

Roe v Wade was fought for by HRC supporters but they are now no longer the demographic that it affects/benefits. Beware who you slander. Stop with the Roe v Wade fearmongering. It is NOT going away and if it does, remember that the next time you decide to HATE other democrats.

Donna   August 19th, 2008 2:12 pm ET

I have made my decision! I don't care if Hillary is on the ticket or not she is my choice for President of the United States of America. I am proud to say that I support her. I will write her name on the ballot in November. Good luck to you Mr. Obama, I believe you to be just another politican from the island Hawaii because, Indonesia is not a part of the US. I am African American and just because we share the same hue of color on our skins does not make us alike. I am not saying you are wrong but I am not wrong either.

Xango   August 19th, 2008 2:11 pm ET

CNN and its polls are A JOKE

CNN: Clinton national news..

cant let it go of this woman who is evil

why does not CNN pay her debt, then they make her their queen???

ANYONE but the ONE CLINTON MONSTER WITH THREE HEADS..

NO MORE DYNASTIES, NO MORE CLINTONS

Elaine   August 19th, 2008 2:11 pm ET

I find it amazing as I read through what people wrote that they are adamant about "NO Hillary, NO vote", etc. That she's the best candidate, etc. yet she ran a lousy campaign. My question is, do you guys really think that Hillary is any more qualified to be president than Obama, or do you think that she's entiled to the position because her husband once held it? It is Hillary you want as President or VP, or is it the idea of having a Clinton, any Clinton back in the WH?

A few posts back, someone said, "Hillary can still win the nomination". Let's say that's true. Do you think she would win the Presidency? People keep forgetting that Obama also received 18 million plus voters and more since the general election started. What do you think would happen if Hillary managed to wrestle the nomination from Obama? I don't think his supporters, at this late stage in the process, are going to vote for her at all.

John   August 19th, 2008 2:11 pm ET

OMG GO HILLARY

PLEASE PUT THIS CNN

Jessie, MN   August 19th, 2008 2:10 pm ET

Okay, a Barack and Hillary ticket is too much change. America is not ready for a black and a woman, and I'm a black female. There will be a woman president someday, so I don't understand the anxiety over Hillary losing this time.

JB, Boston   August 19th, 2008 2:10 pm ET

Due to her horrible ways, and, her supporters, I declare HRC's political career over.

I will do everything in my power to make sure she never gets anywhere. I will donate my money, my time, everything I got to make sure this cheating, cry baby, sore loser never makes it anywhere politically (in an elected position).

She lost by the rules. Didn't like the rules so she demanded that they be changed. She cried (remember the last person running for office who cried (and was a man) lost as well). We don't like our presidents saying "boo hoo its hard". And she cheated. She played the gender card AND the race card (we now know for a FACT that is true thanks to Penn).

And you HRC supporters are just as bad as her. Good job ruining her career. I would be amazed if she got reelected in NY. She probably won't have to be because Obama is going to GIVE her a position. AS in a gift. He doesn't have to GIVE it to her, but, to shut her up he will!!!

Citizen   August 19th, 2008 2:10 pm ET

It's amazing to me how everyone talks of Hillary Clinton supporters as oppose to Obama supporters. Folks the reason why those Hillary supporters are willing to throw everything away is because their candidate was not chosen. This action reflects the small, insipid, and narrow-mindedness of her supporters! They're like children! If we can't win, then I quit. However, Hillary supporters are much more pathetic than children. They not only quit but they become supporters of the other team also! The true difference between Hillary and Obama supporters is intelligence! Unfortunately, it's the Hillary supporters that are lacking.

vic nashville,Tn   August 19th, 2008 2:10 pm ET

We are the voters we are smart
We want Hillary
NO Hillary no vote
Hillary 08 or Mc Cain 08

Gary of El Centro, Ca   August 19th, 2008 2:10 pm ET

Putting her on the ticket would be a huge blunder for Obama. She would do more to energize the Republican base than anything McCain can do.

smokesignals   August 19th, 2008 2:10 pm ET

No, no, no!
The VP choice should be left up to Obama and who he thinks he can work with on a day to day basis without worrying about Bill interfering or Hillary's pandering. That's the only smart thing to do.
I do not understand the PUMA group or Democratic delegates that still cannot come to terms with what is best for the party and for the country.

Its Obama supporters   August 19th, 2008 2:09 pm ET

CNN,

Obama supporters are the one who are dividing the party with nasty Anti-Hillary comments and name calling. If Obama looses in Nov their supporters are to blame.

Go Hillary

checkthisout   August 19th, 2008 2:09 pm ET

HILLARY FOR PRESIDENT. NOT VP !!!

IS THIS LOUD AND CLEAR ???

Joe   August 19th, 2008 2:08 pm ET

Most Americans don't want a selfish person for their president. Unfortunately Hillary has that reputation. Her actions leading up to this convention have not proved otherwise. She said she was going to work very hard to get Barack elected. We haven't seen that. She said she would campaign for him, but she's been campaigning for herself in 2012. So I think it's safe to say that her political career on a national level is taking a beating.

No one get more people angry on both sides, than Hillary Rodham Clinton.

Lady   August 19th, 2008 2:08 pm ET

===========no more Liars in the OUR W.H===========

===========No More===========

MK   August 19th, 2008 2:08 pm ET

I'll try again and hope it gets posted this time.

That makes no sense, Heidi. This is your position:

"If I can't vote for Hillary in November, I'll vote for McSame, despite the fact that he contradicts everything Hillary stands for in terms of gender equality, reproductive rights, better jobs, and universal health care.

"If I can't vote for the woman, then I'll vote for the guy who likes wet t-shirt contests."

Marc PDX   August 19th, 2008 2:08 pm ET

Question to some of you: why do so many people say that Hillary ran a terrible campaign? Wasn't she really ruined by the main stream media more than anything else? As SNL parodied it in a skit, the main stream media spent most of the primary cycle asking Hillary much harder questions than they asked Obama. And they didn't look at the skeletons in his closet until after he had built up an insurmountable lead. And Obama's campaign screamed "racist" at anyone who challenged him on anything. How can you figure that she ran a terrible campaign when she was treated that way?

Lisa   August 19th, 2008 2:08 pm ET

Obama supporters are teeny boppers they are still learning their ABC's and 123's.

Linda from Minnesota   August 19th, 2008 2:08 pm ET

After the last 8 years of the Bush administration, there is absolutely no way the Republicans should even be in this race. The dems should be able to sleep their way to victory BUT with the fighting, negativity, bullheaded point of view on BOTH the Obama and Clinton sides, the dems are going to lose in November. Stop it now and get those Republicans out of office. You are all so short sighted. Stop and think about it, do you really want McCain in there? And trust me, its not just the Clinton PUMA's, the Obama people are being just as vicious. I'm an Obama supporter and I am ashamed of how all you are acting.

Coleman says he isn't going to the convention because the races are tight and congress/senators need to be home campaigning. Isn't Minnesota his home? Where will he be campaiging if not here? Did I miss something here?

CNN – you NEVER post my comments. Why bother to ask if you are not going to post?

Pat in Cali   August 19th, 2008 2:07 pm ET

Hillary is the best choice if Barack wants a VP that's going to fight for the American people.

All you bloggers have your personal reasons to like or dislike Hillary.

At the end of the day, this country needs change. A woman vice president would be change. There is nothing wrong with putting some old school wisdom in the mix of change.

Obama/Clinton '08 and '12

Irma in North Carolina   August 19th, 2008 2:07 pm ET

If Bill wasnt in the picture, it would be okay for her to be vp. Bill is too much baggage, besides he comitted adultry as also Mccain did, I dont think we should have those kind of people in the white house. But we all know the clintons cannot be trusted. It makes you wonder what they will do at the convention, actually it is pretty scary. You know she kept her delgates for a reason. I sure hope that the clintons wont create a tradgey over this. And I cant for the life of me figure out, she says she has so many supporters out there, why arent they paying off her debt that she owes. And that also goes for those puma suporters who are going to give us four more years of Bush. They are childish, stupid and a bunch of racits, and they all need to be brought down on their on their knees.

Greg Pottstown, Pa.   August 19th, 2008 2:07 pm ET

To end the argument about if Hillary is the best pick for vp. One simple way to answer that question. Name another person that can swing the votes of 18 million people. If you can't, then she is the best he can do.

TAL   August 19th, 2008 2:06 pm ET

Well said whatever!!

Little to gain and A LOT to lose.   August 19th, 2008 2:06 pm ET

Hillary is little to gain and A LOT to lose. If Obama picks her as VP, yeah, sure, it will satisify most of her die-hard supporters and they might support the ticket – BUT this what he will lose as well – half his supporters who voted for him as a vote against Hillary – not to mention the Repubs would have a feild day with her and Bill's baggage. If Obama chooses Hillary – he will be guranteed to LOSE! If he chooses someone else – at least he stands a chance.

OBAMA / Byden 08 & 12!!!

Vonda   August 19th, 2008 2:06 pm ET

To those who still say that "Hillary can still win", did you not see Gov. Bill Richardson on Cnn's Late Edition on this past Sunday? Bill Richardson stated that Hillary's name will go into nomination but that she will give all of her delegates to Obama so that there is a unaminous vote for Obama for the Democratic nomation. If you check, the story and video commentary from Richardson is posted on this very website.

Bill From Florida   August 19th, 2008 2:06 pm ET

For once these deligates had better use their brains. Without Clinton
Obama is a sure looser.Remember she has 18 million votes in her pocket. Obama supporters can bash her all the want, but if they want
their boy in the WHITE House, they had better suck it up.

Phil in KC   August 19th, 2008 2:06 pm ET

If he does pick her, it will be a major surprise. There are just too many negatives.

Vern   August 19th, 2008 2:06 pm ET

Give it a rest...it won't happen!

Maria, Byron Center, MI   August 19th, 2008 2:05 pm ET

YES YES YES!!!

Obama/Clinton'08

The dream team... :)

I do like Biden too, but it's obvious that Hillary has more support.

DEMOCRATS UNITE!!!!!

stephanie   August 19th, 2008 2:05 pm ET

None of Obama choices say CHANGE...Hillary may be seasoned (which he needs) but being a woman is the change we need,

If she's not chosen as VP, I will write her name on the ballot as well..if DEMS lose int he November it is their own stubborn, blind idealism that will be to blame for choosing the wrong candidate...

Isnt anyone int he Obama camp listening? this is not about you or who you personally like or dislike...it's about who will deliver a win...
Bayh? a bland nobody. Biden? same old politics, right? and a white male. Kaine? a virutal unknown and inexperienced, we dont need more of that. Sebelieus? also unknown and not dynamic enough to inspire voters. Clinton....already HAS a base of support whether Obama people like it, deny it, mock it, criticize it or envy it...it's real and it's the only way to win.

JW Mathews   August 19th, 2008 2:05 pm ET

Laura and Whatever, interesting posts. Obama will be the nominee and no amount of wishful thinking or shenanigans will change that fact. Those dwindling numbers who want something to happen would rather throw the election to McCain.

As for 2012, she's up for reelection to the Senate from New York State. McCain or Obama, unless they do want only one term, would be sitting Presidents. Ask John Kerry just how hard it is to unseat one even while involved in an unpopular war and a not great economy.

We don't know who will win in November, but there is one big winner right now and that is Hillary Clinton. She's back in the Senate with the respect of those, like myself, who didn't vote for her. She will be a "power" in the next Congress regardless of who sits in the White House.

Get realistic and stop "blue skying". Hillary's moved on. Why can't we? Obama didn't steal anything, has more delegates and more votes counting caucuses and contested states. We choose nominees by delegate counts and elect Presidents by electoral votes. To state otherwise is patently false. Enough of the "isms" , "usurped" and other nonsense whether your American -British "Royalty" or not. Let's get on with it.

Fred   August 19th, 2008 2:05 pm ET

So, she will never be VP, or President unless she pays someone off, and they are capable of that.

paul from jersey   August 19th, 2008 2:05 pm ET

TO ALL ANGRY HRC SUPPORTERS AND PUMA MORONS WHO ARE THREATENING TO VOTE FOR MCCAIN;

Don't go away mad, JUST GO AWAY!!!

Imagine if Obama lost to Hillary and his supporters were acting like this. Wild Bill and his wife Ms. West Virginia would be all over them.

Thank you CNN

Laura   August 19th, 2008 2:05 pm ET

Over the Hill:

And Biden is change? He's been around as long as McCain. So if he picks Biden as many expect he will, what agent of "change" is that?

Hillary is new in that she is trying a senate career not on the tail of Bill but is a centrist (like most Americans). She hasn't been in the Senate for years and years and has many new and creative ideas on how to improve America.

Pluse she is a woman...now that is "Change you can believe in"

nganenu   August 19th, 2008 2:05 pm ET

Who really care for this woman who hypocritically fans the foes behind the curtains. She wanted to be seen at the Convention and has got what she secretly forge. Let just be put in a cone for good. Whether Obama wins or loose, let's not give her more than her fantaisies
Nganenu

Bushwhacked in Eugene, OR   August 19th, 2008 2:05 pm ET

Please! The 'vitriol and hatred' aimed at HRC by Obama supporters has been no worse than the same 'vitriol and hatred' aimed at Obama by the HRC crowd.

The big difference is that we don't whine about it.

Get over it people. It was a fair and square primary and HRC lost.

Hillary will do a great job in an important position in the Obama administration - what kind of position do you think she'll get in a McCain administration? You're really doing her a disservice by voting for anyone other than Obama.

Roz, IL   August 19th, 2008 2:04 pm ET

no vp slot for HRC. i would never vote for her on any ticket.

Broad street buddy   August 19th, 2008 2:04 pm ET

"margin of Error plus or minus 3 percent"

How bout Margin of error for CNN reporting plus or minus 72 percent!! if just 28 percent want to see her that means 72 percent want to see somebody else, even if they dont say who they want. Your news tickers should be in the national enquirer.

Margin of Error 72%

Joshua College Station Texas   August 19th, 2008 2:03 pm ET

Maybe if Clinton hadn't been such a tool to Barack during the primaries, she wouldn't be in the position she is now: out of luck.

She might help his chances in the general election, but she won't be his VP. He simply doesn't trust her (and I don't either). And, she has too many negatives, during the general election but more especially after they are elected and have to serve together.

Note to Clinton: to win and then be effective, don't be a tool. Also, Barack's policy positions are better than yours. The best candidate won, and that candidate chooses the VP. Better luck next time (I hope there is no next time for her).

Tammy - KCMO   August 19th, 2008 2:03 pm ET

Maybe the delegates want it but not the majority of people that want to vote for Obama.
I'm sick to death of hearing about her and Bill and how "the primaries were given to Obama". There could not be a more stupid move than to have her as VP and further divide the party because of a few whiney PUMAs that are actually Republicans in disguise to cause discension in the Democratic party. Everyone that is an independent or Republican that came over to vote for Obama will not support Obama if she is nominated for VP – me included!

rbt   August 19th, 2008 2:03 pm ET

I have nothing against Mrs. Clinton, but lets get real here. We already see what the republicans are doing in smearing Obama. I have listened for months on what a great candidate Hilary was. Does anyone really beleive that Obama attacked her personally. If Hilary were the Veep pick the republicans would be salivating on who could put up the first ads regarding Monica, Rose Law Firm, Whitewater, Vince Foster, Hilarycare just for starters. She has way to much bagage and that is a primary reason I wouldn;t vote for her in the primary. Lets get real people. She is who the Republicans want to run against. . .always has been

To Laura   August 19th, 2008 2:03 pm ET

To Laura/To CNN

Before you close, If given a chance I would pick Hillary for President 100%

Clintons Rock   August 19th, 2008 2:03 pm ET

There is none better.

Obama and his ego need to take the good of the party into account.

Will he?

Obama/Clinton '08   August 19th, 2008 2:03 pm ET

Win wit Hillary – Bi(den) Bi(den) Obama with anyone else..except Al Gore and he's already helped one Clinton run this country for 8 yrs...sounds like why GW selected Cheney doesn't it?

Leslie   August 19th, 2008 2:03 pm ET

Picking senator Clinton for V.P. would be a wise decision. It would show senator Obama to have wisdom in the face of adversity. It would be unexpected and show the democratic party is unified and
undefeatable.

Joanna   August 19th, 2008 2:03 pm ET

I'm for Hillary for President...can't you all see? He can't win! She can.

INDEPENDENT NYC   August 19th, 2008 2:02 pm ET

This is almost unprecedented. Once before a nominee pressured to take a vice president and the administration and presidency suffered greatly. Lets not repeated the mistake. Senator Obama is a man of vision and often times the majority of the population or community can't see that vision – thus why men of vision stand out. If he is the nominee let him choose without undue influence.

The fact of the matter is Mrs. Clinton ran a really bad campaign. She lied about Bosnia, she spent millions on credit and left hundreds of small business owners in a state of nonpayment even to this day. She says she is for the people but it seems to me her only real concern is making history.

lt   August 19th, 2008 2:02 pm ET

No, No, No. His best pick would be Gov. Tim Kaine from Virginia. The country needs fresh, new, and young blood to get back on track.

No Love 4 Clinton   August 19th, 2008 2:02 pm ET

I think it's amusing that all these sore-loser Clinton supporters won't vote for Obama. Complain about Bush, but your candidate didn't win, so drive this country in the ditch farther.

Is this the same multi-millionaire candidate who wanted the American people to pay off her debt? Well, you fools, you did.

Please take your NAFTA-lovin', Republican-wannabe candidate and go HOME!

FRED, Atlanta GA   August 19th, 2008 2:02 pm ET

I agree with michelle this is the most HATEFUL ELECTION ever!!! I will be so glad when this is over and really really sad people can't be grown ups and accept who has WON the primary all the name calling and back and forth from supporters on both sides is just a D@MN SHAME!!! Hillary's 18mil supporters some support you've shown your candidate again I will be glad when this election cycle is OVA!!!!

OBAMA 08/12!!!!!

jen   August 19th, 2008 2:01 pm ET

I will be glad when the convention is over and we will no longer need to hear about Hillary or those idiots who call themselves PUMAs.

Hope and change   August 19th, 2008 2:01 pm ET

No... really?

More than half of the party voted for her... many had their votes cast out... others were thugged out of voting for her at caucus...

She stands firm and tall. Her platform has now been usurped by Obama- who criticized it in the primaries...

Any doubt?

Unfortunately the bitter vitriolic nasty insults from Obama's fine group of democratic thinking haters may have destroyed the chances of this party ever uniting.

It may even be beyond Clinton now... but if ANYone can fix this mess... it is HILLARY.

unity   August 19th, 2008 2:01 pm ET

I would be surprised if Hillary were not one of the top 2 on Obama's short list. 18 million votes in the primaries speaks volumes. Hillary would definitely round out the demographics for the Democratic vote. I think it would a great idea.

proud army and navy mom   August 19th, 2008 2:01 pm ET

a whole 28%!!!?? wow. could they be thesame people that supported this loser in the primaries. big surprise!

Nobody wants old girl and her slimy husband, or the dead-enders that won't let go of their fantasy of hillary being selected, thereby ignoring the 19 million+ that voted for Sen Obama.

Marc PDX   August 19th, 2008 2:00 pm ET

Ain't gonna happen. It was never going to happen. The Clintons are too powerful for Barack. They have far more and far deeper connections in Washington than the freshman senator from Illinois has. They are part of the Democratic establishment and many politicians and wealthy supporters are beholden to them. Barack could never begin to control the Clintons in the White House and he knows it. He would never in a million years let them into his administration in any way, shape or form. He'll drown them in compliments but that's all they'll get from Obama.

Hana, Saline, MI   August 19th, 2008 2:00 pm ET

If Obama chooses Hillary, he'll lose in November. She brings NOTHING to the ticket other than the Clinton baggage. Give it a rest, Hillary. YOU LOST!

SaneTexan   August 19th, 2008 1:59 pm ET

I will laugh, laugh, laugh when Obama loses in November and his supporters scream "Racist, racist" yet again.
This Democrat will not vote for either of these two Bozo's. What a sorry state of the Union!

People make no sense   August 19th, 2008 1:59 pm ET

The conflict in Georgia began on August 7 when Georgian troops entered the breakaway republic of South Ossetia to attack pro-Moscow separatists, prompting a Russian military response.

"This crisis underscores the need for engaged U.S. leadership in the world," Obama said. "We failed to head off this conflict and lost leverage in our ability to contain it because our leaders have been distracted, our resources overstretched and our alliances frayed. American leadership means getting engaged earlier to shape events so that we're not merely responding to them."

Greatness

stephanie   August 19th, 2008 1:59 pm ET

Clinton is the only smart choice for VP... Obama needs an experienced, nationally recognized and seasoned woman to seal the deal..If we want to win solidly in November..Clinton needs to be on the ticket. I wont donate or be active in the campaign otherwise and he will lose the support of women, older citizens, and independents. He cant win OHIO, PA, Michigan or FLA without her...
Let's be wise...forget the guys, Choose Clinton for a sure win....

Writing in Hillary on November Ballot   August 19th, 2008 1:59 pm ET

A note to "whatever...."

I have already made two contributions to Hillary's campaign and will probably make one more.

Greg Pottstown, Pa.   August 19th, 2008 1:59 pm ET

If Obama chooses Clinton we will all see what kind of panderer he is. Why even bother to mention that most of her supporters ( delegates ) will not vote for her at the convention? If they did it would kill any hope of a dem sitting in the oval office. It would also show a huge gap in the party and make it harder for Obama to be affective in this race. If you can't unify the party how can you unify the nation.

Morgan   August 19th, 2008 1:59 pm ET

Clinton leads as VP pick among delegates perhaps but NOT among likely voters. If he would pick her, and trust me- he wont, the media would have a field day continuing this divisive he said she said reporting of "the Clintons." Give it a rest. Let her go back to being a Senator and hope she still can be affective at that.

Bill in DC   August 19th, 2008 1:59 pm ET

CNN, please stop beating this Hillary drum nonsense. It is a dead-horse issue.

Obama all the way in '08!

KISS   August 19th, 2008 1:59 pm ET

Yeah and Colin Powell leads VEEP candidates among the voting public.

This delegates are political insiders that don't have to govern, they are only thinking about the election.

Hypocrits for Obama   August 19th, 2008 1:58 pm ET

Kepp on hating and democrats will keep on defecting...

Mark my words.

Your nastiness towards Hillary Clinton did not help Obama in the primaries and it will not benefit him in the GE.

You are creating the backlash against your own candidate by all of your intra-party bickering and insults against each other.

Unity is just a show for you guys. Respect democracy. Respect people's right to vote. Respect the choices of others. Respect the Clintons and all their years of hard work and commitment.

Anything less= Obama will lose.

Moderate Democratic, New York   August 19th, 2008 1:58 pm ET

Laura: I most definitely would STILL vote to have Hillary at the TOP of the ticket. I would not want her to be VP because if Obama should fall short as a president, it would ruin her politically. If Obama does "implode" (as you put it), I would want her to run again in 2012.

Over the Hill   August 19th, 2008 1:57 pm ET

I really want to see a VP candidate that will solidify the slogan of "Change". Hillary isn't change. She's old politics.

Rodham Democrat   August 19th, 2008 1:57 pm ET

Still love Hillary who became my favorite candidate in the Dem primary after Joe Biden dropped out

aware   August 19th, 2008 1:57 pm ET

Hillary is the only one who could help him win but she would be foolish to accept. :)

Obama is spiraling downward, and none of his VP choices other than Hillary can reverse this trend! Hillary and Bill could rekindle the Democratic spark!

But, personally, I would rather see Obama lose! He just doesn't get it!

SaneTexan   August 19th, 2008 1:57 pm ET

Obama will lose in November. The DNC, news media and his mean-spirited supporters ruined his chances with their mafia style tactics. Can you say race card? Obama sure knows that trick. His supporters have one thing to say to his detractors- "Racist, racist" I will laugh when they scream this yet again in November when he loses.
This Democrat will NOT vote for Obama or McSame. They are both worthless! What a sorry state of the Union!

ProudToBeDemocrat   August 19th, 2008 1:57 pm ET

Hillary is the most evil person I ever seen in my life, even worst that the republicans, I wish we could defeat the evil, but that is God's job, but at least we confront it and with God's help it was defeated even with 18 million supporters and now it time for Mccain and the false conservative christians so called republicans to be kicked to the curve and march to the white house with our next presidnt Mr. Obama.

Writing in Hillary on November Ballot   August 19th, 2008 1:57 pm ET

Hillary is STILL my choice for president.

I still plan to write her in on the Oregon ballot.

Obama has not "spoken to me" in any way to convince me that I should do otherwise.

Marlon   August 19th, 2008 1:57 pm ET

I wish people would just let this "Hillary" situation go! She has lost people, get over it! In spite of the fact that she didn't want to play fair by campaigning in Florida and Michigan, cried about it, and got the votes anyway, what more do you want!?!?!?! You're not Democrats; you're Hillary Clinton groupies! For those of you that insist on voting for McCain because Hillary was not the Democrats's choice, YOU ARE A DISGRACE! You're an abomination to the citizens, the party, and the U.S. of A! You're the type of people who would let the citizens suffer for the sake of your selfishness. You're cowards! Get over it and move on.

David Barbados   August 19th, 2008 1:56 pm ET

Your hate-filled, supposed-to-be Democrats should be ashamed of yourselves; Primaries are supposed to be battles for leadership; don't you know the battles are over and there is a war to be won? UNITE or die as signs on your horizon are already showing.

drz   August 19th, 2008 1:56 pm ET

Hillary ran a terrible primary campaign (see the article in The Atlantic) and would drag down Obama. She would also fire up the Republican base to vote against the Clintons. Please Obama, do not pick Hillary.

Chickens of justice   August 19th, 2008 1:55 pm ET

Democrats hating on Hillary are actually hurting Obama's chances.

Anti-Hillary vitriol divided this party.

Don't criticize those who will now no longer vote democratic ticket due to the nasty, spiteful and sexist comments emanating from the wise, sophisticated and educated CULT of Obama.

Bob Indianapolis, IN   August 19th, 2008 1:55 pm ET

Oh, this ISN'T the Ann Rice page for vampire control techniques? Sorry about that....

A C-Span Junkie   August 19th, 2008 1:55 pm ET

Word of advice Obama followers Your bloggs are as RUDE as I have ever seen I will not vote for Barack as long as his bloggers are as mean spirited as they are self centered "we are what we have been waiting for", just remember Obama we will not forget......

Obama- Next Stop.. White House   August 19th, 2008 1:55 pm ET

That would be like War of the Roses or Mr & Mrs Smith plus Bill.
It would be a interesting ticket.... BUT....Not going to happen....Toooo Much at stake!!!

Obama/Biden/?
2008 thru 2016

Election Watcher   August 19th, 2008 1:55 pm ET

She is clearly the best choice for VP, but Obama's supporters villified her so aggressively that this is difficult to call. He certainly shot himself in the foot this time!

L MIAMI FLORIDA   August 19th, 2008 1:54 pm ET

NO HILLARY ====NO VOTES FOR OBAMA

GO HILLARY !

Coolbreeze Hussein   August 19th, 2008 1:54 pm ET

If you PUMA junkies had kept your mouths shut and acted like grown ups that cared more for your country than your personal ego, there is a very good possibility that Hillary could nave been the best for VP hands down. Now you have ran your candidate straight out of contention and you may as well get use to that idea and do whatever is going to make you happy ( vote for McCain, Ind. or whatever) because I don't think she will get the nod. It is your fault alone that she may not get the position whether she can handle it or not. I don't think she would be very good at it personally, keep in mind tha is my opinion only and no disrespect intended.

Farrell, Houston, Tx   August 19th, 2008 1:54 pm ET

PLEASE READ JACK CAFFERTY'S COMMENTARY ON JOHN MCCAIN AND THINK. FACTS SPEAK LOUDER THAN ANGRY THREATS, BE INFORMED. READ, READ, READ.

NoMcSame   August 19th, 2008 1:54 pm ET

ABC still. ABC always. Anybody But Clinton. Race bater just like her husband and friend with the wrinkled face.

Sara   August 19th, 2008 1:54 pm ET

SO SICK OF THE CLINTONS. GO AWAY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

arc, Lugano CH   August 19th, 2008 1:54 pm ET

So Hillary should be rewarded for her sewer campaign with the vice-Presidency?

So if you show an inability to manage people or money, lie about experience, pander to race to win votes, feed off the fear of the ignorant and then cry sexism when this fails… you can still be rewarded with the Vice-Presidency?

What a great example. Bravo Hillary!

Ann Gross   August 19th, 2008 1:54 pm ET

I'm so proud of Barack for standing up for our country with Christian principles so often. John McCain is not willing to let God in his life and it shows often. This has been a mean campaign as far as John M. goes. Only when required does Obama ridicue McCain to our nation. John Mc. is very immature and it shows often.

PJ, New York Independent   August 19th, 2008 1:54 pm ET

Most of the Obama supporter's seem to be so mean spirited, with the name calling, it's really amazing actually. Amazing because they actually don't realize by viciously attacking Hillary Clinton with the name calling, etc. in these blogs, it's only hurting their chances for their boy Obama to win in November. I have a feeling there will be MANY 'bitter' Clinton supporter's who will go with McCain and I really don't blame them. Remember, Hillary Clinton received over 18 million votes in the primaries. Bottom line.... whether the Obama supporter's want to admit or not, they need the Clinton supporter's to win. So keep on attacking her... then you can all cry with each other on these blogs November 4th when it's announced John McCain is the 'President Elect'.

Also, the 'McSame', 'McLame', McBush, and all the 'too old' comments, etc. are getting really old too. If this is the best the Obama supporter's can come up with, as reasons not to support John McCain, it's really pretty pathetic.

Jennifer, Texas   August 19th, 2008 1:54 pm ET

thirsty-six percent? is that like eleventy-billion?

Ray   August 19th, 2008 1:54 pm ET

I'm still waiting for a Clinton supporter to explain to me how she would win the general election (if the Democratic Convention was held in Imaginationland and she won) without the support of Obama's supporters. We keep hearing about Clinton's "18 million" like it's some kind on mindless cult, but we never hear about the other scenario. If you can't manage your campaign...your people...your finances...then how am I supposed to trust you with this country? Just asking...

gram   August 19th, 2008 1:53 pm ET

Obama is un-electable unless Hillary is on the ticket...matter of fact she should be at the top...He's such a child, after listening to him hem and haw rather than give answers the other night...Either she's on the ticket or I do a write-in for her

Idiots.   August 19th, 2008 1:53 pm ET

All of you. :p Knock off the nonsense and get back to work.

INSANE IN THE MCCAIN   August 19th, 2008 1:53 pm ET

Somebody please answer why they think Clinton would win. All I hear is that she would definately win and Obama has no chance. It is baffling that people are that delusional. Hillarry lost the primary, is the most polarizing figure in politics, has promoted disunity (in both parties and bipartisan efforts),and Republicans hate her so much they would actually unify to whoop her butt by a landslide.

Nick   August 19th, 2008 1:53 pm ET

Judgment over Experience- You loathe Hillary? There is no reason to loathe her. Running a campaign doesn't have anything to do with running the country. Look at Bush. He ran a great campaign and was a horrible president. In fact his campaign is earily similar to Obama's in that he is running on his personality over experience, comes from state politics, only allows his supporters to his events, playing up his faith.
I think you should think twice before loathing Hillary as that loathing is the reason half of Hillary's supporters aren't going to vote for Obama.

Whatever   August 19th, 2008 1:53 pm ET

All of those who are saying Hillary or bust, God forbid, but I would like to see your faces if McCain gets into office. Not on November 5th when you would be selfishly gloating. but 6 months later when you begin to see that which you believe begins to crumble. When John elects justices waiting to yank Roe V. Wade. When he continues to spend money and lives as chases Bin Laden "to the gates of hell" – his words, not mine.

LAstly, if you all want to keep putting Hillary on the ballot, you better get your butts off your wallets and start helping her with her debt. "Oh, why don't Obama help Hillary?" Duuuuuuuhhhh – he still has a race to run. BUT OHHHH THERE ARE SO MANY WHO WANT HILLARY FOR PREZ. WELL. HOW CAN SHE RUN IF YOU ALL ARE LEAVING HER FINANCIALLY HIGH AND DRY WHY YOU CRY AND MOAN?

Humans...

Laura   August 19th, 2008 1:52 pm ET

Why don't we give CNN a little poll of our own. How many bloggers on line today if asked would still pick Hillary for the top of the ticket?

How many would pick her as VP?

How many want her to hope Obama implodes and run again in 2012?

Write in before CNN closes the sight and we can get our own idea!!!

Laura, Boston

Whatever   August 19th, 2008 1:52 pm ET

All of those who are saying Hillary or bust, God forbid, but I would like to see your faces if McCain gets into office. Not on November 5th when you would be selfishly gloating. but 6 months later when you begin to see that which you believe begins to crumble. When John elects justices waiting to yank Roe V. Wade. When he continues to spend money and lives as chases Bin Laden "to the gates of hell" – his words, not mine.

LAstly, if you all want to keep putting Hillary on the ballot, you better get your butts off your wallets and start helping her with her debt. "Oh, why don't Obama help Hillary?" Duuuuuuuhhhh – he still has a race to run. BUT OHHHH THERE ARE SO MANY WHO WANT HILLARY FOR PREZ. WELL. HOW CAN SHE RUN IF YOU ALL ARE LEAVING HER FINANCIALLY HIGH AND DRY WHY YOU CRY AND MOAN?

Rara   August 19th, 2008 1:52 pm ET

NO HILLARY FOR VP. Hillary would cause the RNC to really come out and do damage to the Democratic party...too much dirt, too much Washington. She is NOT change we can believe in. OBAMA for PRESIDENT!! He is certainly more electable than McCain or Hillary.

Musliems for Obama   August 19th, 2008 1:52 pm ET

Hussien Obama/Biden 08

Kim   August 19th, 2008 1:52 pm ET

Get over it. Hillary lost and if it was done all over ,would lose again. Stop being such losers, It was a fair fight and she lost. Move on, its getting really old.

vINCe   August 19th, 2008 1:51 pm ET

To all Hillary Supporters: Please keep in mind..that McCain was VERY clear about his intentions to overturn Roe v Wade. It would be a serious mistake to vote for him if you REALLY believe in Hillary Clinton. In addition, if Barack Obama loses this election...THERE IS NO WAY IN HELL HILLARY WILL WIN IN 2012. She will be held SQUARELY responsible for his loss and your "18 million votes" will mean absolutely squat in getting her elected. Please, PLEASE keep that in mind.

DRM, Portland oregon   August 19th, 2008 1:51 pm ET

No way! Obama needs someone who he can work with. Someone who will support him. Someone who has his back (sans knife!). That is NOT Hillary. If her supporters are angry at the outcome of the primary, they need to look to her campaign managers and the candidate herself. She ran a lousy campaign. The primary was not the "cakewalk" she thought it would be. No sure thing...No coronation..No Bill back in the White House. Time to get over what might have been and focus on what CAN happen. A Democratic President. The prospect of another Republican in the office is the worst possible outcome of this l...o...n...g election process.

Go Obama!!!

McCain:SmallWeakCowardlyMan OffersMoreOfTheSame TearsOthersDownToBuildHimselfUp   August 19th, 2008 1:51 pm ET

For all those holding out for Hillary to be VP:

Remember the FACTS: Hillary's vote DEFICIT from this election cycle (not to mention her piss-poor money-managing skills) coupled with her constant >50% negativity rating does not bode well for another run in 2012. Oops! I know you are not used to the truth but ...

Bill Tampa   August 19th, 2008 1:51 pm ET

No, Hillary. These PUMA-REPUG-LIMBAUGH PLANTS in diguise will not hijack this election. Barack has the right to choose who he wants, no blackmail will change this. If you want to vote for MCSame, go ahead, vote for McSame and join the REPUG party while you're at it!!!!!!!!..MOVE-ON!!!..ENOUGH OF YOUR WHINNING!!!!!!!!!!!

Butch   August 19th, 2008 1:51 pm ET

Obama is in BIG TROUBLE.

If you could hear the buzz around this town this past weekend, NO ONE WANTS TO VOTE FOR McCAIN….Absolutely no one..............
and.......NO ONE WANTS TO VOTE FOR OBAMA either.

SOLUTION? Either don't vote… OR...... wait to see if Obama picks HILLARY.

That Obama/Hillary ticket is what the people want.

She's a known quantity, a dedicated campaigner and perfectionist, the quality of person we need to help this world, which unfortunately is in even BIGGER trouble.

Lorna, NY   August 19th, 2008 1:51 pm ET

WHO CARES? I WISH THE MEDIA WOULD STOP SHOVING THIS DOWN OUR THROATS. THE CLINTON'S DOES NOT REPRESENT CHANGE!

Ed   August 19th, 2008 1:51 pm ET

Hillary for president, but definitely not veep. Hillary, just say "NO, 'bama."

Obama, go ahead and pick some token female like Kathleen "why the long face?" Sebelius! That will create a bloodbath in Denver unlike anything ever witnessed in modern history.

Michelle, PA   August 19th, 2008 1:51 pm ET

Please not Hillary. I could maybe stand her, although I'd be very afraid of an "accident" befalling Obama. I'd be very scared of Bill wandering around the White House with nothing better to do than interns. I couldn't stomach her "supporters" tagging along for the ride.

My questions is this: When one of my preschool-age kids throws a tantrum, he or she gets time out in the corner facing the wall and is ignored until the tantrum is over. Whay are all these "supporters" of Hillary's being given what they want whenever they kick and scream a little? No wonder they act like spoiled brats!

Debby   August 19th, 2008 1:50 pm ET

61% is more than half??????????

linda., bella vista, ar   August 19th, 2008 1:50 pm ET

Luv them 25 PUMAs that you hang with at CNN...that's half of their dues paying, conference attending membership.

Let 'em keep bashing Obama with their 'mouths' while they have their hands out for donations to keep the Clintons ahead of the creditors...
Like we should pay Penn for the offal he hath spewed that is now being quoted by Rovians.

Wendy   August 19th, 2008 1:50 pm ET

"who cares…. i hate her and her supporters"

I care. I hate Obama and his supporters. They are exceedingly nasty.

Scottsbluff   August 19th, 2008 1:50 pm ET

One would have thought that Obama would want to win the WH, it seems more than obvious now that he can not make the sale, this will be so close and election that neither electoral or popular votes will make it a clear win or loose. So my opinion is heal the party get HILLARY on the ticket. Obama makes her the Token white woman at the convention and not on the ticket his coronation speech will be his highwater mark and its down hill form there.

HRC ;-) OR its BBB= BY BY Barack

your choice your mistake

J   August 19th, 2008 1:50 pm ET

Linda says that the Democratic Party should not be held hostage by a personality cult. Well, it already is, and the cult's leader is Obama. I have never seen a less qualified candidate go as far as he has.

JJ   August 19th, 2008 1:50 pm ET

Here we go again...I will be so happy when Obama chooses his running mate. My goodness HRC will NOT be his running mate and that is that!

You PUMA people are not going to get what you want so stop whining about it! Face it, HRC lost! GET OVER IT!!!!!!!!!!!

PUMA People: Ask yourself this: Say if HRC had won the nomination...What do you think she was going to run the rest of her campaign on???? AIR??????? She was broke and had no chance of ever going into the general election with her debt...........
So think about that! YOU WHINERS!!!

Bob Indianapolis, IN   August 19th, 2008 1:50 pm ET

Among the ancient Egyptians, the heart was considered the seat of the soul and organ or both emotions and intelligence. As vampires were often believed to be animated by a soul still in the body, staking the heart may have been seen as a way of releasing the trapped soul from the body.

While there were various beliefs as to what the stake should be made of, a large majority of stakes were made from a thorn tree. These included blackthorn, hawthorn, or whitethorn. This connects back to the belief that thorns prevent evil. Staking the heart both released the soul and pinned down evil.

Kevin Leo (Jonesboro, GA)   August 19th, 2008 1:49 pm ET

Hillary will be Obama's VP just like her 18 million votes will pay off her debt.

Will, NJ   August 19th, 2008 1:49 pm ET

Give her another shot to screw up healthcare reform? I don't think so.
Obama/Biden 08-16

Marilyn   August 19th, 2008 1:49 pm ET

I would have voted for Hillary for president. However, I will NOT vote for Obama no matter who is on the ticket with him.

Linda from Minnesota   August 19th, 2008 1:48 pm ET

The thing I completely do not understand: If you can't vote for Hillary you will vote for McCain who has exact opposity views of Hillary. If you can't vote for Obama, then don't vote at all. You are shooting yourself in the foot if you vote for McCain. I am an older, white woman and I don't see that anyone stole anything from her.
For the love of God and your children/grandchildren, don't vote for McCain. I get you are disappointed, honest but voting for McCain will be a bigger disappointment in the long run.

Chickens coming home to roost   August 19th, 2008 1:48 pm ET

Silly democrats are still hating on Hillary- not realizing- even now that it is that INTRA-party vitriol against the Clintons, HRC and her supporters that have divided and will perhaps destroy the democratic party.

NO Hillary? Shows a great commitment to unity and the party.

It is apparently NOT democratic to refuse to vote for Obama- but quite okay to refuse to vote for HRC.

And this illogical thinking is coming from the smart and educated voters?

What are the dummies coming up with then?

Beverly, NYC   August 19th, 2008 1:48 pm ET

Whatever ,the VP choice is still Obama's, and it won't be her!

Get ovet it!!!

RC   August 19th, 2008 1:48 pm ET

Some Hillary fans are just coo coo. Illodgical comes to mind. Spitefull too. Down right childish and brat like behavior. But I do think Hillary would be a good VP choice.

well well now   August 19th, 2008 1:48 pm ET

even if he were to pick her as VP i dont think that would matter to her fanatics...Obama already has the majority of Clinton supporters on his side, just the few angry bitter sexually frustrated hags...oh and those repubs in Dem clothing posing on this site are still pulling out their hair for Hill. now SHE ran a horrible campaign during the primary, SHE is MILLIONS in debt (despite all of her so called supporters who have not helped pay off HER debt) will say they would vote for her. Obama has to contend with McCain and his lies, the MSM and those silly Hill fanactics....thats a lot, but HE CAN do it. now they said there was NO WAY he could beat Hill, HE DID far and square...now we have those addicts PUMA (chuckle chuckle) who have killed any chance for Hill to EVER run again...great job gals'

Bill   August 19th, 2008 1:47 pm ET

Obama should run alone. After all, who could measure up to his magnificance?

Anonymous   August 19th, 2008 1:47 pm ET

THE LATEST POLL SURVEY USA, IS REAL ONE , THE OTHERS ARE FORGED,RIGGED. THE MEDIAWOULD LIKE US TO THINK IT IS MRS. CLINTON.WHITES WHOM ARE DIVIDED. THE TRUTH IS THAT SHE SWALLOWED HER PRIDE AND ACCEPT TO KEPT MOVING UP THE LADDER AHEAD OF HER PARTY FOR A FUTURE VICTORY.///

Chris   August 19th, 2008 1:47 pm ET

I don't understand why folks are feeding into the media regarding this issue. HRC did not campaign to become a VP!!! So, why are you folks letting them distract you from what really counts and that's beating John McCain in November!!!

bipartisan joe   August 19th, 2008 1:46 pm ET

"thirsty-six percent"?

David Peter   August 19th, 2008 1:46 pm ET

Go home, Clintons

Jerry Culbertson   August 19th, 2008 1:46 pm ET

At 68 plus, I have witnessed and participated in a number Presidential primiaries and elections; and I have to say this one gives me more concern than any of the previous.

Vp considerations – OBama should go out on the limb (all the way) and choose AL (Greenhouse) Gore.

McCain – should should pick Condi Rice (perhaps one of the most intelligent individuals in Washington DC.

Lisa   August 19th, 2008 1:46 pm ET

We want Hillary as the President!

Obama-Junkie, IL   August 19th, 2008 1:46 pm ET

Another useless poll being touted by CNN. YAWN!!!! Let's see John Edwards got 6% vote. Yeah right, this polls must have been conducted several weeks ago.

No Hillary! No way! If Hillary can't even managed her own campaign and campaign debt, I don't want her in any way near the national debt. GW Bush has done enough damage that it will take at least two Democratic presidential terms to rectify.

Mike P is in L.A.   August 19th, 2008 1:45 pm ET

As an Obama supporter, I think he should pick Hilliary. What I'm really afraid of is if he does pick her, do those "18M" supporters come on board too? Or do you all just find another reason not to vote for Obama. I bet that's what would happen. Hatred & Racism is a horrible sickness, get well!

Ticket Killer   August 19th, 2008 1:45 pm ET

ENOUGH WITH THE PUMA TANTRUM – YOU SOUND LIKE SPOILED CHILDREN!

I WANT I WANT I WANT......someone needs to say NO!

Sean   August 19th, 2008 1:45 pm ET

I've said it before and I'll say it again – Hillary will be in a more effective position to get things done if she's NOT vice president. A high level cabinet position would be a far better place for her to get things done. VPs don't get to do nearly as much....

Chickens coming home to roost   August 19th, 2008 1:45 pm ET

The uniters of hope are blogging their intra-party divisive hate and vitriol again.

No Hillary? fine.

Other democrats say No Obama...

Same thing... 2 democrats... if you can hate one, others can hate the other.

Dummycrats- dividing your own party with this ANTI-Hillary hatred that consumes you. Those flames will engulf Obama and yourselves as well.

Roe vs Wade- who needs it more- the over 50 year old Hillary supporters? A draft- who will it affect most- the seniors?

You haters for Obama watch out for those chickens.

Abby   August 19th, 2008 1:45 pm ET

Heidi, without African American support, Hillary can NEVER be prez. Every single democrat over the last 30 years was pushed over the top or came close because AAs who have been exteremly loyal to the party.

linda., bella vista, ar   August 19th, 2008 1:45 pm ET

"No Preference" seems to be 3 lengths ahead going into the home stretch. Heartache Hil and Blipped Biden ....

Many see Wes Clark as the logical foreign policy, military expert...especially with the Cold War heating up again after the USSR experts, New Shoe Condi and CIA Gates have not made a deal that holds water yet.

McWar, or Serenity With Obama   August 19th, 2008 1:44 pm ET

U hiliary supporters are selfish, self centered.................I ONLY CARE ABOUT MYSELF...........just like Hill and Bill. tHIS IS NOT A DYNASTY PEOPLE...............YOU CRAZY NUTS

NO TO HILLIARY CLINTON. I AM SICK OF DYNASTY'S IN AMERICA.....WE ARE A DEMOCRACY WITH MANY SELFISH PEOPLE LIVING IN IT

SHE VOTED FOR THE WAR!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!YOU NUTS

Jill American   August 19th, 2008 1:44 pm ET

Kevin from the other post – didn't mean Hillary was the oly qualified woman ... geez .. probably more women than men able to run this country .. but any other woman as VP would definately sink Obama's chances.

John in Ohio   August 19th, 2008 1:44 pm ET

Based on the issues, how does somebody go from Clinton to McCain? How do you go from Pro-choice to anti-abortion? How do you go from peace to war? How do you go from surplus to deficit?

Oh yeah, that's right, it's not a decision based on the issues, it's based on color and personality cults. How silly of me to forget.

Robert   August 19th, 2008 1:44 pm ET

I'm going to have to go with Angie on this one.

And as far as NO bama goes, your candidate LOST, get over it, and stop crying about it. You have no one to blame but Clinton for her loss, and the fact that you are looking for a scapegoat is beyond me. She ran a terrible campaign, and I get the feeling that she had no plan for after Super Tuesday. She mismanaged her money, she attacked Obama when he had nothing but praise for her, and worst of all, she agreed, and all of her backers in the Rules and Bylaws Committee voted to disenfranchise Florida and Michigan, and only when it became clear that she was losing, did she try to change the rules retroactively. That showed poor judgment, NOT leadership. So instead of bashing Obama, perhaps you should be thanking him for saving America from the specter of a Hillary Clinton Presidency.

Andrew   August 19th, 2008 1:44 pm ET

I don't know how you can argue that an Obama/Clinton ticket is not the best way to quickly unite the party.

Ticket Killer   August 19th, 2008 1:44 pm ET

NO WAY – CLINTON STINKS!

I DISLIKE ED RENDEL – I CAN NOT WAIT TO VOTE AGAINST HIM THE NEXT TIME I GET THE CHANCE!

Sick of the Democratic Mafia

-Pittsburgh

Ilona Hussein Proud Canadian   August 19th, 2008 1:44 pm ET

OH WHERE, OH WHERE, HAVE THE 18 MILLION GONE, OH WHERE, OH WHERE, CAN THEY BEEEEEEEEEEEEE?

Folks, it is time for us to take a real hard look at this issue of HILLARY'S 18 MILLION LOVING SUPPORTERS! MY QUESTION TO YOU IS.....................WHY HAVEN'T THEY PAID OFF HER DEBT YET?
WHY, WHY, WHY, after all if each one of her 18 MILLION SUPPORTERS DONATED $1.00 TO HER DEBT SHE WILL BE DEBT FREE! (except for some of her personal loans to her campaign)

BETTER STILL, IF THEY SO LOVE HILLARY, THEY CAN DONATE $1.50, YES, ONE DOLLAR AND FIFTY CENTS, HER DEBT WOULD BE SETTLED IN FULL!

WHAT IS WRONG WITH THESE PEOPLE, WHAT KIND OF MESSAGE ARE THEY SENDING BARACK'S SUPPORTERS? IS IT POSSIBLE THAT THEY WERE LYING ABOUT HER 18 MILLION SUPPORTERS?

WHY IS THE MEDIA NOT FOLLOWING UP THIS ISSUE! COME ON THIS IS NEWS! GET THOSE SUPPORTERS TO ACCEPT RESPONSIBILITY AND PAY OFF HILLARY'S DEBT, AND GET THEM TO DO IT NOW, THERE IS NOT MUCH TIME LEFT FOR HER TO ACCEPT DONATIONS TOWARDS HER FAILED CAMPAIGN!

Len in Washington   August 19th, 2008 1:44 pm ET

Hillary Clinton should not be named as his VP candidate. For me, her lack of responsibility concerning her ongoing campaign in the face of mounting mega-debt simply shows me she is NOT ready at 3:00 AM or any other time. Those who say the the DNC should pay her debt are not being realistic. The DNC didn't "convince" her to keep going, she did that herself. That's not the kind of leadership I want.

fella from Chicago   August 19th, 2008 1:43 pm ET

Speaking of polls, when are we going to get a new updated CNN Presidential poll? Last one was from 8/13. What gives?

They are right   August 19th, 2008 1:43 pm ET

I think these are the dog days of August where news is slow. However, I am alarmed by the misleading and shallow attacks the Republicans are making against Senator Obama. There are serious issues for the entire country–red states and blue states–must think their way through. There are plenty of character issues connected to McCain that would disqualify him were he a Democrat. Could the media put pressure on the Republicans to return to substantive instead of wedge issues so that we will have a chance to solve some of our problems come Jan 09?

LJ   August 19th, 2008 1:42 pm ET

I'll go with the "thirsty" six percent who had no opinion. Those are the people who are on Obama's side and have the decency not to rub it in anyone's face unlike the Hillary bunch of freaking fanatics. Hillary is a tub of ego and after this year will never again stand a chance of being President of anything. People can now see what those over 18 million of us saw all along, Hillary is about Hillary first and everyone else can get in line behind her. Hillary had the kind of year she had in the Primaries because of the excitement of Obama. Hillary is like McCain is now, she is incapable of drawing a crowd of any substantial size. People have moved on, why else is she still begging for money, why is no one willing to help her, that speaks volumes. Obama can stand on his own 2 feet, that's so blatantly apparent after he soundly beat both the Clinton's and all their former supporters.

Terry, Dallas Texas   August 19th, 2008 1:42 pm ET

HRC would most likely help more than hurt so if it goes that way it should bring more unity to the party. However I really wish the PUMA folks would get over the fantasy that she will get the nomination at the convention. Once again, with about 80 days to the election she no longer has a war chest of cash (18 million in the hole is more like it) and she no longer has any campaign staff or field offices. It's just too late. The delegates know that and thats why they will nominate Obama.

Anonymous   August 19th, 2008 1:42 pm ET

CNN fanning the flames in search of higher ratings for their convention coverage.

It's really quite shameless.

The BOTTOM Line......   August 19th, 2008 1:42 pm ET

OMG....Ya'll Hilary supporters LET IT GO ALREADY...GEZZZZZ

John in Ohio   August 19th, 2008 1:41 pm ET

For everybody, including delegates, who says that Hillary should be VP or the nominee, what do you base that on? She was completely incapable of running her campaign. She couldn't manage the message, she couldn't budget or manage her finances, and she kept going after it was clear she couldn't get the delegates. Complain all you want about caucuses, each state has the right to choose how it will select a nominee, and the Clinton camp had no problems with caucuses until they started losing in them. With all the problems we have in the US with budgeting and the national debt, do we want somebody who generates millions in debt just in her primary campaign to be anywhere near the national economy?

Now, that's not to say I won't vote for Obama if she's the running mate. Although if she is, he better hire a good food taster because his life expectancy won't go much further past 1/20/09. I'm not saying some unfortunate will happen to him if Hillary Clinton is next in line, but I sure wouldn't want to be in that position.

HRC for President or VP   August 19th, 2008 1:41 pm ET

CNN,

If HRC is not on the ticket we will not vote or we will go McCain!! Convey this to DNC and Obama

twiggy   August 19th, 2008 1:41 pm ET

the people don"t want clinton – she ran a very incompetent campaign, she suspended her bid for the white house, she did not support her fellow democratic nominee and now she is putting her name in the nomination, clinton can't be trusted, she bought race and gender in to the campaign – she and her husband are not trustworthy and will do and say anything to garner support, recogniton and power, she will not add anything to obama's ticket except corruption, and headaches no more clintons!
don't vote for obama if you don't want to that's your choice but you can't bully and intimidate, anybody anymore – good bye hilliary
bill and hilliary are starting to make people sick!

Rob - WA   August 19th, 2008 1:41 pm ET

LMAO at all the Hillary Hardcore fans... TURNABOUT is fair play all you blue-hairs.... you talk huge about Obama needing her but should the tables turn at the convention you think the Obama supportes will suddenly fall into YOUR line?? Sorry.

Maybe this nation has not hit rock bottom yet but if the dems lose this year we surely will soon. Maybe that is what it will take. Just like heroin addicts or alcoholics – they have to hit rock bottom before they realize how idiotic their actions are. Same with the US I guess.

No wonder we are turing into an idiocracy.

DLB from AR   August 19th, 2008 1:41 pm ET

The fact is that there is a % of the population( lets say 18%) that won't vote for Sen. Obama no matter what his policies or positions on issues are and whether we want to admit it WE ALL know what that reason is. That aside and I am not in that group but I acknowledge that they exist. I also contend that there is a % of the population that have such deep seeded resentment against the Clinton's (lets say 20%) that they would vote against them if their name is on any ticket no matter who the Republican candidate is. My point is do you want to combine those 2 forces and motivate that voter base that overlap each other? Now your not trying to get 50.1% of 100 but instead 5 out 7 voters that remain objective. You would really call to action some people who may not be politically engaged at this point. Be careful what you wish for.

Ian   August 19th, 2008 1:41 pm ET

I'm having a hard time wrapping my head around just how much "Thirsty-six" percent is.

Linda from Prescott AZ   August 19th, 2008 1:41 pm ET

Come on people, Hillary is not the best choice here.

Jaime in Texas   August 19th, 2008 1:41 pm ET

Obama NEEDS Hillary and you all Obama supporters KNOW that. Obama WILL NOT win in the fall without her.

Hatred drove us away   August 19th, 2008 1:40 pm ET

All those who blog: NO hillary....Never Hillary...

Sacrifice party unity at your own risk. Do not cry about her supporters not supporting Obama- your nasty vitriol is the reason they defected to begin with.

Stop your hating on Hillary- you will only have yourselves to blame for costing the democrats this election.

Ohio for Obama   August 19th, 2008 1:40 pm ET

"Thirsty-six percent did not have a preference, or would not state their opinion." – Nice typo CNN.

I don't think Hillary is a good idea for VP. I would think Biden or Richardson would be better fits for Obama's perceived "weak" spots. But I strongly disagree with McCain being stronger on foreign policy, considering McCain refers to nations that don't exist anymore and has "jokes" about killing Iranians. Obama has the ideas that will put us back in the position to have meaningful diplomacy and not rely on our military for national security.

Rudy NYC   August 19th, 2008 1:40 pm ET

I wish this article and survey had distinguished between elected delegates and super delegates. This article is terrible and is a microcosm of what is wrong in politics today.

It's not supposed to be about what the elected delegates want, who supposedly represent the wishes of the people. That's is what is wrong with politics and the selection system now, it's all about what the the "super dumbo-gates" want, not the voices of the electorate.

Gilbert   August 19th, 2008 1:40 pm ET

Go ahead and vote for McCain if you like "Kate" & "Pelosi Sucks” and then kiss you right to choose goodbye.

You ladies crack me up. Voting for McCain will be a great disservice to the female gender.

Kathie   August 19th, 2008 1:40 pm ET

Will Hillary and her supporters just give it up already. Enough. Keep her butt in the Senate where she belongs. I didn't fight for the past 30 years for women's rights in the workplace only to have this whiny ........ back door her way in. She lost fair and square. Get over it.

The Bush Twins : George and John   August 19th, 2008 1:39 pm ET

Please Sen. Obama, I'm begging you NOT to name Clinton as your VP!. You will win without her, she's going to bring you down. I knew she wouldn't go away quietly.

Obama/Biden
Obama/Webb
Obama/Hagel
Obama/Gore
Obama/anyone but Hillary !

Shrill for Hill   August 19th, 2008 1:39 pm ET

McCain for President and down with women's rights!

Andy   August 19th, 2008 1:39 pm ET

I wonder what Hillary would prefer. Being Obama's VP choice or having Obama pay off her campaign debt and she can run against McCain in 2012.

Too late for unity now?   August 19th, 2008 1:39 pm ET

The uniter can not unify this party... that is clear.

Hillary is loved by millions- only her centrist, inclusive, non divisive methods can save the democrats- maybe- at this late stage...

HRC never divided her own party into these hateful splinter groups that are calling each other nasty foul names.

HRC never inflammed hatred among members of her own party against fellow democrats.

Her grace, poise, intelligence, experience and beauty is the only way to get the Obama bandwagon out of the mud of vitriol it has mucked itself in.

Real, Atlanta   August 19th, 2008 1:39 pm ET

No, the people do not want Hillary Clinton to be the VP. Only a small minority of fanatics, who cannot accept that the rest of us have spoken, keep this "Clinton or nothing" stupidity going. Run along and play now children. We have an election to win (with or without you).

A.C from the Great Blue State of California   August 19th, 2008 1:38 pm ET

Had Hillary not gone all crazy with her Republican style attacks and kept it some what clean...Obama and Hilary would have taken the election by a land slide. I use to defend the Clinton's during the bush days...but I just can stand the Clinton's anymore. I really have seen Hillary and Bill's true colors.....Win at any cost even if it mean destroying the Democratic Party.

Go Obama

Bushwhacked in Eugene, OR   August 19th, 2008 1:38 pm ET

This 'people' does not want HIllary, and I'm in her demographic. I don't hate her, she just turned me off with her campaign statements and tactics and I moved on to Obama, happily so.

I'm also not in the HRC for VP group. We don't have a co-presidency. We have a president, and a vice president who is basically there for back-up [except in the current case where the VP clearly rules the roost]. Hillary has a lot of talents, and they could and should be put to better use than VP in an Obama administration.

bush = niaCcMMcCain = bush   August 19th, 2008 1:38 pm ET

Hillary for Supreme Court.
Obama/Biden 08

DJ Los Angeles   August 19th, 2008 1:38 pm ET

Get over it . That amounts to a dual-Presidency, yet alone a triple Presidency with Bill in the picture again.

It makes absolutely no sense to have her on the ticket.

loose   August 19th, 2008 1:37 pm ET

Obama will loose without HRC. We don't want to see republicans take over the white house. DNC, pelosi, Richardson, Obama and Obama supporters wake up please !!!!

What?   August 19th, 2008 1:37 pm ET

Nearly half the superdelegates interviewed didn’t offer a pick....Thank you the VP should be as it always have been, the WINNING nominee choice! Wasn't it BILL CLINTON choice?

Obama 08 and HIS choice...............

Effort Nedziwe   August 19th, 2008 1:37 pm ET

Thats why our country is going in the wrong direction, most fox use their emotions instead of at least common sense. McCain or Obama is the choice any additions to it, do not matter.

Jozee   August 19th, 2008 1:36 pm ET

CNN, get over the Clintons. We have!

OBAMA/BIDEN 08/12

The Delegates can take a flying leap   August 19th, 2008 1:36 pm ET

Hillary should be the President – do not care about the VP spot.

No vote for Obama here – PUMA!!!!!!

Scott   August 19th, 2008 1:36 pm ET

Who cares what these Clinton simpletons want?? Since when do we can about all the fools who voted for the runner up?? Billy Clinton certainly didn't do much to woo any of Jesse Jackson's delegates in 1992, it was expected that Democrats would vote for Democrats. All this pandering and coddling to these Clinton zealots is astounding. If Hillary was John Edwards, there would be no discussion whatsoever. Because Billary and her zombies somehow feel they are entitled to (something they didn't win nor earn) simply because her last name is Clinton is ridiculous. If her people vote for McSame cause they are mad at Obama, let them. They are voting against themselves and deserve the Irag War, conservative Supreme Court Justices, and off shore drilling. Wake up doofs.

karen-phoenix   August 19th, 2008 1:36 pm ET

It's Obama's choice. Who he can work with to get this country out of the mess the republicans got us into!!!! They are all good choices. Just get Obama elected and quite argueing!!!!

Sweetie   August 19th, 2008 1:36 pm ET

If Obama was a viable candidate he would be ahead in the polls right now.

He is going to loose BIG TIME this fall.

His only chance at winning is if he picks Hillary, without her he is Dust in the wind....

Who will be known for loosing yet another election the Democrats should have won.

So sad to this Lifelong Democrat!

Candice   August 19th, 2008 1:36 pm ET

Making Hillary Clinton the VP is an unwise choice!!! A VP is suppose to SUPPORT the President and she will not do this! I'm not trying to bash Mrs. Clinton PUMAs but tell you that she's a very head strong person! There's nothing wrong with being a head strong person but when your views conflict with the President it becomes a problem. It's not a secret that she doesn't like Obama! It's written all over her face and she's unable to hide it! It would be a DAILY battle in the White House if Bill, Hillary and Obama were there for 4 YEARS!! The Clintions would be trying to take OVER by the second year! No... we just need to put her some where in the cabinet and let it ride! She LOST people! Please get over it!

Abby   August 19th, 2008 1:36 pm ET

VERY MISLEADING CNN-Onle 28% chose her-which means 72% did not.

Mike, Syracuse, NY   August 19th, 2008 1:35 pm ET

The animosity between Hillary and Obama supporters seems worse than Obama vs. Mccain supporters. Should be an interesting Democratic convention. Maybe another 1968 Chicago experience.

A house divided   August 19th, 2008 1:35 pm ET

Will Obama's big ego torpedo his own chances in NOV.

I may still vote democratic if HRC is on the ticket. It depends on whether it looks like that is what HRC wants... or just an Obama ploy to win me back.

Otherwise it is an easy choice- no installed puppet nominee. Not even in these crisis times. I will not help subvert the democratic process and vote for the LEAST worthy democrat just because he is the democratic party nominee.

That trickery- by Obama- to fast track himself into the white house will not work on me.

True   August 19th, 2008 1:35 pm ET

Gross...I'd rather have John McCain as Veep.

Roger   August 19th, 2008 1:35 pm ET

I won't be voting for Obama if she's not on the ticket. She should be the democratic candidate not him anyway. Regardless, he's done nothing to win over her supporters. He's a joke! People better wake up at the convention.

J.D., Washington, DC   August 19th, 2008 1:35 pm ET

Duh, she is second to Obama in delegates. Is this news?

Abby   August 19th, 2008 1:34 pm ET

it's one man's choice. not up for a poll. They didnt ask me.

“A woman who wildly mismanages and bankrupts a quarter-of-a-billion-dollar campaign operation, and then blames sexism in society, will dampen the dreams of our daughters.” -MAUREEN DOWD

Done with Dems   August 19th, 2008 1:34 pm ET

This is better than fourth of July fireworks!!!

Greg, NY   August 19th, 2008 1:34 pm ET

*Wakes up at 6 AM*

*Calls work*

"Is he still alive?"

"Yes"

"Ok good"

"But we have your paycheck for you"

"I'll pick it up when after I wake up at around 3PM"

*Falls back to sleep*

Who am I? You guessed it, the Vice President!

Wouldn't you PUMA people prefer Hillary in a more important/effective role, which I'm sure she will be? Then vote Obama!

Joe NYC   August 19th, 2008 1:34 pm ET

PUMA!

Cant Wait   August 19th, 2008 1:34 pm ET

When is HRC going to get in her place??

Joe NYC   August 19th, 2008 1:33 pm ET

PUMA

Silence Dogood   August 19th, 2008 1:33 pm ET

Obama doesn't care. He manipulated the DNC delegate system to his personal advantage. Now he is done with them.

Check out the Green Party for a real change – not just the word "change". See what they say about the corrupted 2 party system – including Obama.

rhoward   August 19th, 2008 1:33 pm ET

This is stupid. Who cares who the delegates want as VP? It's not their choice or mine to make.

Rudy NYC   August 19th, 2008 1:32 pm ET

If Obama is "un-electable" as so many voices have been shouting, then Clinton is "un-selectable" as choosing her could be seen as a sign of weakness on Obama's part. Obama giving in to political pressure, doing what he's been told and not doing what he really believes in.

That is a real shame because Hillary just might have been the best choice for the Democratic Party. Her supporters have made so much noise about it, that actually choosing her is all but impossible for the young senator.

Renee, Colorado Springs   August 19th, 2008 1:32 pm ET

I don't think Hillary is the best choice for VP. She's a very intelligent woman and is clearly a hard worker, but she isn't the best choice. Hopefully Obama will choose Biden or Clark.

Linda K.   August 19th, 2008 1:32 pm ET

The Democratic party will not be held hostage to a personality cult. I have never seen anything like it.

Ric   August 19th, 2008 1:32 pm ET

No Hillary, No vote for Obama.

Jasmine in VA   August 19th, 2008 1:31 pm ET

"THIRSTY-six" percent? Freudian slip? Keep drinking whatever is in the water up there, CNN – no way Obama is going to pick Hillary, no matter how much you try to force the issue.

B   August 19th, 2008 1:31 pm ET

NO HILLARY!

Jennifer   August 19th, 2008 1:31 pm ET

Hillary as VP? She has virtually been there, done that already.
I can't think of a worse choice. The Clintons would be like a millstone around Obama's neck, he deserves better.

Rumpusgoopus   August 19th, 2008 1:31 pm ET

Don't scare me like that, delegates.

Hill is the best   August 19th, 2008 1:31 pm ET

DUH.... She is the best candidate out there this entire season of either party.

And people with hate and small minds- who still proclaim: unity, unity, unity... keep attacking her.

Attacking HRC is what cost Obama the support of more than half of his own party.

Stop the Hillary bashing and stop the vulgar anti-Hillary comments.

Hillary is the choice of MOST democrats... even those who are willing to vote for Obama out of party loyalty.

Mike   August 19th, 2008 1:31 pm ET

YAWN.......

Enough already!

texas DEM   August 19th, 2008 1:30 pm ET

Hillary can still win the nomination.

Heidi   August 19th, 2008 1:30 pm ET

I don;t think Hillary should be the VP but rather she should be the President. I voted for Hillary in February and will vote for her in November if she heads up the ticket but if the delegates select Obama then McCain will be getting my vote.

McCain '08 and Clinton '12

tom   August 19th, 2008 1:30 pm ET

Yawn. The Clinton's are old news.

Michele   August 19th, 2008 1:30 pm ET

This is one of the most hate-filled elections I have ever saw in my life. No one wants Clinton on the ticket but most Dems was riding her husbands coat tail on how great he was when he was President now you all are hating. Just go away I am sick of all the people saying they want support Obama if Hillary is not on the ticket and all the real haters saying don't pick her. Why not she is no worse than any of the rest of them.

Judgment over Experience   August 19th, 2008 1:30 pm ET

NEVER hillary! Anybody but her! I actually think I loathe her. She couldn't even run her campaign or manage its finances and those puma/pac idiots want her to run their country! Incredible! I guess they would vote for howdy doody too.

Kate   August 19th, 2008 1:28 pm ET

No Hillary- no vote for Obama!!!

NO bama   August 19th, 2008 1:28 pm ET

She needs to be President not VP.

Stop this theft by Obama right now.

Dee Jay a young republican   August 19th, 2008 1:28 pm ET

who cares.... i hate her and her supporters

PELOSI SUCKS   August 19th, 2008 1:28 pm ET

THE PEOPLE WANT HILLARY AS WELL!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

HILLARY OR NO VOTE

WE WILL REMEMBER IN NOVEMBER!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

ANGIE   August 19th, 2008 1:25 pm ET

NO HILLARY FOR VP NO NO NO NO NO !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!NO

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