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McCain camp says Obama's still 'The One'

The McCain camp released “The One: Road to Denver” Web video Friday.
The McCain camp released “The One: Road to Denver” Web video Friday.

(CNN) - The One has returned.

John McCain's campaign released a sequel to its Web video about presumptive Democratic nominee Barack Obama that used footage of Charlton Heston as Moses parting the Red Sea, images of light streaming from the heavens, and a gospel choir to paint Obama as an arrogant politician who bought into near-messianic hype over his candidacy.

They're all back "by popular demand," according to McCain spokesman Brian Rogers - along with new footage of Obama bodysurfing on his recent Hawaiian vacation - in the latest release.

On a day when coverage of the presumptive Republican nominee has been dominated by his inability to immediately recall how many homes he owns, his campaign is hoping that "The One" can save the news cycle.

Earlier: 'They will call him The One,' says McCain Web ad

In 'The One: Road to Denver,' House Speaker Nancy Pelosi is quoted calling Obama "a leader that God has blessed us with at this time," and a recording of Virginia Governor Tim Kaine - a top Democratic VP prospect - is played in which he expresses relief that Obama's call for a cease-fire in Georgia has been heeded.

"His hand guides the world," says the announcer.

"...In Denver, you will see the light," the announcer says later. "He may be 'The One,' but is he ready to lead? No."


Filed under: John McCain • Political ads
soundoff (351 Responses)
  1. politicojunk

    He looks good in swim trunk. Let everyone see how you look mcguff.

    August 21, 2008 04:15 pm at 4:15 pm |
  2. BV

    Lame the first time, lamer the second time.
    Of course, I guess you would find this funny if you were from the generation where 'Remember Pearl Harbor' wasn't just a slogan, but something you can actually DO.
    Back to the Home McCain! Time for your meds!

    August 21, 2008 04:15 pm at 4:15 pm |
  3. Adam, Los Angeles

    Rick Warren should have asked McCain about this. Maybe CNN can get a comment from Warren. I'd like to hear what he has to say.

    August 21, 2008 04:16 pm at 4:16 pm |
  4. Stacy Clarks, TX

    won't work this time sir

    OBAMA!!!!

    August 21, 2008 04:16 pm at 4:16 pm |
  5. The World Can' Take More of Bush/McCain War Mongering

    Can the McCain ads get more juvenile. McCain will continue to "lead" America to war and depression while his lobbyist buddies make millions and avoid taxes.

    August 21, 2008 04:16 pm at 4:16 pm |
  6. OBSERVERING

    A B O V E-–C O U N T R Y ' S-–P A Y--G R A D E

    August 21, 2008 04:17 pm at 4:17 pm |
  7. And WcCain still ain't the one....

    I'd rather have Obama's hand guiding the world than W's...I mean WcCain's shaky old hand.....

    August 21, 2008 04:17 pm at 4:17 pm |
  8. Obama Supporter from FL

    I find it completely disgusting that they have to play into this whole "Obama is the Anti-Christ" trash.

    I've got multiple degrees, my mom is a successful business owner, and even she forwarded me a viral email suggesting Obama was the Anti-Christ (mostly just because it was outrageous). For the McCain campaign to actually use this theme is the most revolting thing I've ever seen in politics.

    August 21, 2008 04:18 pm at 4:18 pm |
  9. Marie, NV

    So McCain's an adulterer, absent father to first "first" family and now he's moved on to blasphemy. I guess family values and respect for religion aren't Republican themes any more...

    August 21, 2008 04:18 pm at 4:18 pm |
  10. hillybilly

    if he is the 'one'? he gets my vote!definitely BIG changes gonna come.

    August 21, 2008 04:18 pm at 4:18 pm |
  11. mary, texas

    he is the one... the one who will win in november.

    August 21, 2008 04:18 pm at 4:18 pm |
  12. Anonymous

    I'm sorry, who's campaign released this?

    August 21, 2008 04:18 pm at 4:18 pm |
  13. Nia Hussein- Phoenix, AZ

    Still using that blasfamous angle the McDraft?! You do realize this is not what a christian does right?

    August 21, 2008 04:19 pm at 4:19 pm |
  14. gl

    The McShame camp can not get enough. McShame the Obama camp is fighting you back and hitting hard. Why the Republ keep playing with God you fools.

    August 21, 2008 04:19 pm at 4:19 pm |
  15. Old Stradlater

    Lame Part II

    August 21, 2008 04:20 pm at 4:20 pm |
  16. obamaton

    Laugh now, unbelievers, but the time will come when you ALL will be rounded up and interred at BHO re-education camps for correctional instruction and training. Those that escape or do not comply will be driven into the sea!

    August 21, 2008 04:20 pm at 4:20 pm |
  17. Doug R.

    Brian Rogers questions whether or not Obama is ready to lead.
    Question for you Rogers...was George W. Bush ready to lead?? Did you vote for McCain in 2000??
    Hey, ask McGrandpa how many oil rigs there are in the Gulf of Mexico.

    August 21, 2008 04:21 pm at 4:21 pm |
  18. CT voter

    That's just pathetic, Obama may be going negative but atleast he is hitting Mccain on the issues! The cold hard FACT'S! What the hell is this opinion crap about "the one" what utter bull, what the hell does this have to do with anything?? God America PLEASE don't vote in another idiot, nevermind a senile idiot!

    Can't we just split the U.S into 2, Obama being one president of one side, and Mccain being the other, lets see which one prospers.

    August 21, 2008 04:21 pm at 4:21 pm |
  19. Mike, Syracuse, NY

    Obama's The One all right. He's case zero of the political HIV outbreak. But there is a cure. Vote McCain and call me in the morning.

    August 21, 2008 04:21 pm at 4:21 pm |
  20. Osa

    Frankly this stuff is too old now John? "The One" alright we get it, lets talk policy grand pa!

    August 21, 2008 04:21 pm at 4:21 pm |
  21. CM

    Watch the spellbound Repubs lap this one up.

    Yes its on the Internet. The same one McCain doesn't know how to use.

    Apparently his aides have to keep track of his houses and google stuff for him as well. Sounds like those guys are the real presidents-in-waiting.

    August 21, 2008 04:21 pm at 4:21 pm |
  22. Darren

    "The One" is obviously easier to count to than "The Seven" houses McCain forgot owning.

    August 21, 2008 04:21 pm at 4:21 pm |
  23. Don

    Go count your houses Senator then get back to us, loser

    August 21, 2008 04:21 pm at 4:21 pm |
  24. CT voter

    And Bush can take his national debt that's he DOUBLED to his side.

    August 21, 2008 04:21 pm at 4:21 pm |
  25. T.O, New York, NY

    Yawn

    Ignoramuses.....Are we still on this? Oh I forgot – it works; majority of the American electorate don't vote based on facts. They're either just too lazy or intellectually inept to find out the facts.

    I see the world & US allies laughing at us

    August 21, 2008 04:21 pm at 4:21 pm |
  26. Anonymous

    CNN, still not one word about McCain's statement that he does not disagree with the need to reinstate the draft?

    Did anyone call his campign to get clarification?

    God knows John McCain doesn't speak for the McCain campaign.

    August 21, 2008 04:21 pm at 4:21 pm |
  27. Gloves come off

    LOL I loved these commercials. Scary truth is that some people actually pray to Obama. As if praying for him is not enough.

    I'm glad RNC is busting out Pelosi's favoritism towards the candidate.

    Pelosi
    Richardson
    Dean

    All can kiss their jobs goodbye for their influence with the delegates.

    August 21, 2008 04:22 pm at 4:22 pm |
  28. California Gold

    I can always tell when the Obama campaign is getting under John McCain's skin: he comes out with ridiculous ads.

    Getting a little hot and bothered are we John?

    August 21, 2008 04:22 pm at 4:22 pm |
  29. Tony

    Bush and MCCain = "One and the SAME!"

    August 21, 2008 04:22 pm at 4:22 pm |
  30. Helene

    There is only one and it is Obama ! I only have one house but McGreedy has 7 and would like another one, preferably big and White. He has one wife but had one mistress not so long ago and one ex-wife. As to a brain, I wonder if he has one ...

    August 21, 2008 04:22 pm at 4:22 pm |
  31. good2know

    ...so it's safe to say that McCain's camp is in love with Obama. Maybe this could be a great time for McCain to learn the way to speak with people...with faith, hope, and believe with your work.

    Thank God for another option...OBAMA!

    August 21, 2008 04:22 pm at 4:22 pm |
  32. Obamalism

    Intertaining at the very least. McCain's ads are affective because it's hard to respond to someone calling you out on self-importance.

    Pie in the sky – hope and change. More like hype and.....

    August 21, 2008 04:22 pm at 4:22 pm |
  33. Chris

    Thanks for playing the antichrist card again, John. Real nice tactics from a politician who is supposed to be putting "country first".

    August 21, 2008 04:22 pm at 4:22 pm |
  34. Armageddan is at the door

    McViolence and his cronies are correct, Obama is 'THE ONE'. It certainly isn't his mentally challenged butt.

    August 21, 2008 04:23 pm at 4:23 pm |
  35. Sylvia

    Yes, HE is the ONE! Yes, He is ready to lead.

    August 21, 2008 04:23 pm at 4:23 pm |
  36. Keith R.

    So, if God Himself came down and ran for Presidency, McCain's statement is "He isn't ready to lead"??

    August 21, 2008 04:23 pm at 4:23 pm |
  37. Anonymous

    Keep making jokes about how much everyone likes him. That'll show people how much everyone doesn't like him.

    Wait a minute...

    August 21, 2008 04:23 pm at 4:23 pm |
  38. mike

    Its mcsame who is the anit-christ. this is supposed to grab the headlines away from mcsame not knowing how many houses he has. stupid ad!!!

    August 21, 2008 04:23 pm at 4:23 pm |
  39. KenB, MI

    give me a break...who's running that circus...this "ain't" no movie epic...this is real life...when we view these type of political ads we the American people have to ask, "does McSame think we're stupid?" get of the commercialism and get to the real deal...

    August 21, 2008 04:23 pm at 4:23 pm |
  40. ruth

    I think its a slap in the face toward religion. Sen Obama never implied he is the one. and for mccains camp to think anyone want to see a mockery of God, shows he does not have a true belief in God. Grow up already Mccain, this is getting old and tired, and for those of you who support Mccain, don't you think he could make better use of your donations?

    August 21, 2008 04:23 pm at 4:23 pm |
  41. Undecided Republican

    Thank you GOP, a reminder of where the original negative ads came from in the first place, and an absolute confirmation of ads based on baseless slander and lies, as opposed to ads that actually are based on truth.

    A solid streak of 27 years of bad decision making actually is not something to brag about. In addition, I've noticed that this kid from Chicago/Hawaii is unlike any democrat I've ever seen. He has voted to enhance my Veterans benefits and I kind of like that. When a supposed war hero tries to sucker punch him, he's able to jump up and body slam the guy to the ground, proving he's got sand in his boots and I have to respect him for it. He is able to inspire our young, and I have to admire that. He is able to talk about issues and I have to appreciate that. And he is able to be embraced by the world and I have to feel good about that.

    August 21, 2008 04:23 pm at 4:23 pm |
  42. Jay - MN

    Nice try McCain, but we all know that the "how many houses do I own?" will haunt you until november.

    Obama '08

    August 21, 2008 04:23 pm at 4:23 pm |
  43. Pat

    If it's one thing I have noticed over the years is that GOP's ans always being sarcastic and the never stick to the issues

    August 21, 2008 04:24 pm at 4:24 pm |
  44. Linda31

    McCain is a pitiful man. I wonder why they didn't ask him about this ad at the faith forum this weekend???

    If Obama is "the one" , what are you McCain?

    August 21, 2008 04:24 pm at 4:24 pm |
  45. curiousnumbers

    WEAK AD AND TIRED TOO...

    LOL....AMERICANS ARE STRUGGLING TO STAY IN THERE HOMES AND THIS JOKER HAS MORE HOMES THAN HE CAN REMEMBER.

    JOHN MCCAIN IS OUT OF TOUCH.

    OBAMA '08

    August 21, 2008 04:24 pm at 4:24 pm |
  46. Nick - Arlington, VA

    haha....pathetic....how's your 7 houses McCain?

    OBAMA '08

    August 21, 2008 04:24 pm at 4:24 pm |
  47. Linda

    I'm voting for Obama since I'm a Democrat, but this depiction of him has some truth to it!

    August 21, 2008 04:24 pm at 4:24 pm |
  48. Kim, Charlotte, NC

    McCain, you and your campain ads are just too stupid to be real.

    How does this have anything to do with the economy, price of gas, the war, or home forclosures?

    So dumb....................

    August 21, 2008 04:24 pm at 4:24 pm |
  49. beyond politics

    Who knew this "maverick" would do everything in his power to turn this campaign nasty and negative? Shame on you McCain, I used to really respect you. Now I see that you have left behind your values because of your ambition to be President. Well, I would have considered voting for you, but you pander to the far right nut jobs: How do you address evil? "DEFEAT IT!" You used to understand that the world's problems are little more complex. You are becoming more and more like you the guy you hope will be your predesesor- Bush.

    August 21, 2008 04:25 pm at 4:25 pm |
  50. Cecil

    McCain's World. Doesn't Know How Many Houses He Owns.
    Now That's Sad!

    They're all back "by popular demand," according to McCain spokesman Brian Rogers — along with new footage of Obama bodysurfing on his recent Hawaiian vacation — in the latest release.

    You Don't Have To Be Rich To Take A Nice Vacation.
    My Wife And I Just Came Back From Aruba, Our Combine Income is
    $77,000. We Had A Great Time. We Both Did Some Bodysurfing.

    August 21, 2008 04:25 pm at 4:25 pm |
  51. anonymous

    John Mcain would you please stop all this non sense, I am a republican too. Show the people that you are Presidential material. If you survived being a POW surely you can get your point across better.
    I am sure McCain will be a great leader he certainly made it through POW days.

    August 21, 2008 04:25 pm at 4:25 pm |
  52. Truth Hurts

    can i vote for someone(Sen J Mc Cain) who doesn t know how many houses he owns? ..and by the ways folks isn it that same Cain that did Abel in the book of Genesis?yea thats right ..as dumb as this video add.PERIOD

    August 21, 2008 04:26 pm at 4:26 pm |
  53. REPUBLICAN FOR OBAMA

    McCain and Cindy are adulter's. We don't need this man running the country. McCain is a liar, deceiver, cheat, no moral standard and and no integrity.

    No Born Again Christian could ever vote for McCain.

    August 21, 2008 04:26 pm at 4:26 pm |
  54. Sam a former republican

    Obama would win and The enemies of progress in our country would be put to shame.
    Republicans have so far ruined our country, people have lost their home, everything from gas to milk has increased in price, and McCain is talking about THE ONE.
    Anyone who would get rid of BUSH and his policies is THE ONE.
    REPUBLICANS ARE GOING TO LOOSE, I CANT WAIT TO SEE IT.

    August 21, 2008 04:26 pm at 4:26 pm |
  55. IndependentThinker, NY

    Deja Vu !!!
    McClueless is toast with his mistake on many houses he owns

    August 21, 2008 04:26 pm at 4:26 pm |
  56. anonmouys

    im confused about these ad

    August 21, 2008 04:26 pm at 4:26 pm |
  57. Anonymous

    McCain's still running?

    August 21, 2008 04:27 pm at 4:27 pm |
  58. Capt. Smash, Salt Lake City, Utah

    New vedio coming of McWar droping Napalm on women and children DURING THE vIETNAM WAR!

    August 21, 2008 04:27 pm at 4:27 pm |
  59. TheTruthHurts

    OK America. We have to decide. You know we don't like this stuff and we know both parties do it. We have to decide how to punish both sides for this. Staying home out of disgust is not sufficient. I know it's disgusting and a waste of time and more importantly, a denigration of the public. This does not speak well of our Republic and we have to make sure the adults take control. We are those results. This is not about a candidate or an election, it's about whether we're going to allow this country to be run in the ground or not. It's up to us, not Obama or McCain. Not the House or the Senate. It's up to us. It's getting out of hand and WE need to reign it in.

    HOW? Educate the ignorant for whom this drivel works. Engage them in being informed citizens that are immune to this stupidity on both sides. DEMAND answers to critical questions and not placations and empty rhetoric regurgitated from last cycle.

    If we don't (like the housing bubble), we only have ourselves to blame.

    August 21, 2008 04:27 pm at 4:27 pm |
  60. Ian

    At least he doesn't wear adult diapers.

    August 21, 2008 04:27 pm at 4:27 pm |
  61. Celeste

    The McCain camp has adapted the same old (negative) strategy enforced by the GOP for the last 8 yrs. Americans will deserve what they get if they fall for it AGAIN, and vote the Republican party back in office.

    Obama's campaign needs to turn up the heat, take off the gloves and employ all the necessary tactics to thwart the diabolical efforts of these people who have essentially hijacked the presidency, holding the country at ramsom. How much more is the American people going to tolerate? Have you all not had enough...we'll see.

    August 21, 2008 04:28 pm at 4:28 pm |
  62. Carl29

    Sorry, but I think that a "joke" the second time around doesn't have the same impact. This is exactly McSame's problem: McSame starting firing his anmution way before time. Now, he is running out of ideas and the elections are more than 2 months away.

    August 21, 2008 04:28 pm at 4:28 pm |
  63. Ex-mod-GOP for Obama

    Pathetic. Any respect I once had for John McCain (and I used to have a lot) has gone completely out the window.

    August 21, 2008 04:28 pm at 4:28 pm |
  64. MikeH

    To Observering:

    Whoa man, sorry you have a speech impediment, and you don't make much sense. Fear not, when Obama's elected he'll fund education (ed-u-cay-shun) and you'll finally get a chance to better yourself.

    That the McCain camp would try this ad again says to me their running scared.

    August 21, 2008 04:28 pm at 4:28 pm |
  65. LAME

    Is this the best McBush has? LOL

    August 21, 2008 04:28 pm at 4:28 pm |
  66. Brian

    McCain owns 7 houses….. he wants the people of this nation to give him Number 8 at tax payer cost!

    McCain also is going to use Tax Payer money to convince Tax Payers to put him in his 8th house!

    Just say NO to McCain's 8th home!

    August 21, 2008 04:28 pm at 4:28 pm |
  67. Puck

    Silly Republicans – everyone knows that Neo is The One.

    But seriously, these commercials are LAME.
    What's wrong with Pelosi saying that God has
    blessed us with Obama at this time? Didn't
    Bush say that God told him he would be President?

    I think this will actually backfire on McCain, as he's
    using Christian imagery to ridicule his opponent.
    Whatever happend to being blessed and saved, John?
    Does being a Christian give you a green light to use
    your faith to mock Obama?

    August 21, 2008 04:28 pm at 4:28 pm |
  68. Anonymous

    Probably showing a young, fit, active man on the beach is not the contrast McCain wants to highlight.

    August 21, 2008 04:29 pm at 4:29 pm |
  69. Nicolette

    McCain, go tell Cindy to change your diaper because everything that is coming out of you is CRAP!

    August 21, 2008 04:29 pm at 4:29 pm |
  70. Turnabout is Fair Play

    Now McCain looks desperate. He should know better than this that to use a lame attack ad twice will almost ALWAYS backfire. It was stupid the first time, now it's going to make HIM look stupid the second time. I'm glad the old bast@rd is getting worried.

    August 21, 2008 04:29 pm at 4:29 pm |
  71. Brian from Texas

    Childish and boring.
    How many houses again, McElitist?

    August 21, 2008 04:29 pm at 4:29 pm |
  72. Greg

    To all who support Obama: you do realize that the United States is NOT a Socialist country, right? Then why in the world are you supporting a Socialist candidate? That's right, the "Democrat" candidate is always a Socialist.

    August 21, 2008 04:30 pm at 4:30 pm |
  73. anonmouys

    its getting old and voters belive this ad

    August 21, 2008 04:30 pm at 4:30 pm |
  74. JT

    I thought "One" was McCain's social security number.

    August 21, 2008 04:30 pm at 4:30 pm |
  75. KC

    Does anyone fall for this stuff any more, it is 2008. Just think if McCain wins how he will handle diplomacy. Please no more shoot from the hip presidents.

    August 21, 2008 04:30 pm at 4:30 pm |
  76. OriginalObamatron

    This I must say is the most stupid advert ever! It is incredibly funny, but it is still stupid. LMAO

    August 21, 2008 04:30 pm at 4:30 pm |
  77. GO AWAY MCCAIN

    His campaign is good at making him look like a total IDIOT!

    August 21, 2008 04:30 pm at 4:30 pm |
  78. Fool Me Once

    McCain is "The One"

    -the one that will reinstitute the draft

    August 21, 2008 04:31 pm at 4:31 pm |
  79. bluesky

    I'm really disappointed in McCain over this ad. It demonstrates desperation and bitterness, not intelligence or true leadership.

    August 21, 2008 04:31 pm at 4:31 pm |
  80. Praise McCain

    Our true Messiah and war hero, who will lead us further down the path of glory that George Bush started this country on...His Father sent Him on a holy crusade to Vietnam...He fell from the sky...He was captured...But his Father set h\Him free...And rose up...McCain the Messiah...what a miracle!

    August 21, 2008 04:31 pm at 4:31 pm |
  81. Republicans Hate America

    so when Obama puts ads out showing macacins own words its negative campaigning yet these ads are ok? i sense this country is filled with proud ignorant rednecks.

    August 21, 2008 04:31 pm at 4:31 pm |
  82. KC

    Does anyone fall for this stuff any more, it is 2008. Just think if McCain wins how he will handle diplomacy. Please no more shoot from the hip presidents.

    August 21, 2008 04:31 pm at 4:31 pm |
  83. proud army and navy mom

    sooooooo lame. lame mccain

    August 21, 2008 04:32 pm at 4:32 pm |
  84. Beverly, NYC

    Is he running out of $ he now has to recycle commercials.

    Mike, Syracuse is the water up there making you stupid?

    August 21, 2008 04:32 pm at 4:32 pm |
  85. Ryan

    Scare tactics...how idiotic and childish is it to peg Obama the anti-Christ?

    The GOP is really, REALLY desperate.

    Obama 08'

    August 21, 2008 04:32 pm at 4:32 pm |
  86. LMAO AFL Not Credible

    I am the one... believe in me and you will find change... in your wallets......

    August 21, 2008 04:32 pm at 4:32 pm |
  87. Dem 08

    What the McCain commercial is saying that McCain is definitely not the one. The one to vote for.

    August 21, 2008 04:32 pm at 4:32 pm |
  88. Cameron Johnson

    We should all note that it's a web ad... Their campaign isn't putting a substantial buy behind it, which means it's just another flash in the pan that will gather attention for a few days.

    However, Obama's ads, which are targeted for their states and running in huge volumes, are actually making an impact... :)

    August 21, 2008 04:32 pm at 4:32 pm |
  89. Brian

    I love it! Way to answer the attack of the Obamabots. Every time they start making up stuff just hit 'em with this. Maybe they'll pipe down a bit and focus on the issues.

    August 21, 2008 04:32 pm at 4:32 pm |
  90. P Carter

    Obama need to show McCain stating that he approve of reinstating the draft!! Why is CNN not talking about this!!

    August 21, 2008 04:33 pm at 4:33 pm |
  91. Wayne, Greenville TX

    Gramps McCain and the other Republicans are scared and getting desperate.

    August 21, 2008 04:33 pm at 4:33 pm |
  92. Funny stuff but Mr.O does play the Religious card...it's on tape.

    Hey guys – actually watch this video!

    He actually said "a light will shine down on you and you will know that you have to vote for Barack"...... Oh My God! (no pun intended).

    I'm starting to see the light! I know I just have to believe in God's will and vote Obama! Wow – I can feel the warm love of God on this day, the day I cast my vote.

    Praise the lord! Praise Obama!! NOT.

    August 21, 2008 04:33 pm at 4:33 pm |
  93. Jon

    "I feel like God wants me to run for President. I can't explain it, but I sense my country is going to need me. Something is going to happen... I know it won't be easy on me or my family, but God wants me to do it." - George W. Bush.

    August 21, 2008 04:33 pm at 4:33 pm |
  94. Funny stuff

    Hey guys – actually watch this video!

    He actually said "a light will shine down on you and you will know that you have to vote for Barack"...... Oh My God! (no pun intended).

    I'm starting to see the light! I know I just have to believe in God's will and vote Obama! Wow – I can feel the warm love of God on this day, the day I cast my vote.

    Praise the lord! Praise Obama!! NOT....

    August 21, 2008 04:33 pm at 4:33 pm |
  95. Dianne

    McCain wishs he was the one. He wishs he could get 75,000 people in one place to hear him. Obama he has a dream for our country and is willing to GO FOR IT.

    August 21, 2008 04:33 pm at 4:33 pm |
  96. paul LA

    I have not heard McCaine answer a question yet he always say what he wants to do . I want a million dollars and four houses like him in five years. OH but how will do this? Obama explains.

    August 21, 2008 04:33 pm at 4:33 pm |
  97. Justin (ny, ny) - INFOMRED voter

    I mean, really – how utterly despicable and pathetic is this line of "attack"??? They're not even attacking his policies anymore (presumably because the McCain camp realizes that Obama is RIGHT on just about every single one – while McCain doesn't actually have any policies to speak of).

    For you McCain voters – why are you voting for him? Which "policies" of his speak to you the most? Is it the anti-celebrity view you like? Or is it his hatred of tire gauges? or do you guys LOVE nukes, and war, and tax breaks for billionaires? which of those things is it that draws you to McCain?

    August 21, 2008 04:33 pm at 4:33 pm |
  98. IM

    McCain, are you mad because you used to be the one? Remember those days, a long, long, very long time ago?

    August 21, 2008 04:33 pm at 4:33 pm |
  99. Deb, Allentown, PA

    Can you spell desperate?

    Hint....it's P O W

    The reason John McCain doesn't know how many houses he has? " he lived in one house for 5 1/2 years – in prison".

    August 21, 2008 04:33 pm at 4:33 pm |
  100. John Smith

    The Democrats are so self-destructive! How can anyone with a brain larger than a bird ask Obama to choose Hillary (and Bill) to return to the White House.

    Such a choice will wake up even DEAD Republicans to return to the pools. Let the active Hillary supporters understand that Hillary (or Bill) is NOT fit to return to that White House.

    Like Bill, McCain is loaded with past sins that will forever hunt America, if he were to be President. Cindy McCain stole someone else's husband

    August 21, 2008 04:34 pm at 4:34 pm |
  101. Sean

    Didn't McCain make two phone calls to Georgia? Now they're trying to hold Obama's calls for a cease fire against him? I hope McCain gets banished from this country. One way ticket back to Vietnam.

    August 21, 2008 04:34 pm at 4:34 pm |
  102. Diane

    Since McCain can't get his bladder problem fixed, he is quite childish with his ads. Disgusting!!!

    August 21, 2008 04:34 pm at 4:34 pm |
  103. Funny stuff

    Those of you sinners who vote for McCain will burn for all eternity.

    August 21, 2008 04:34 pm at 4:34 pm |
  104. S. Boatman

    Obama Is The One I Will Be Voting For This November. . . Thanks For The Info Mccain Camp!

    August 21, 2008 04:34 pm at 4:34 pm |
  105. Nimi from NY

    Yes. He's the one alright and you are not. Why shouldn't he be the one? After all the ad is a little too old as you are. You will turn 72 by the end of the month and can't remeber anything you're asked these days. Why then do you think you will remeber to do anything if elected? While Obama's numbers may have dropped yours haven't actually gone up. So, McCain go figure.

    August 21, 2008 04:35 pm at 4:35 pm |
  106. Sacto Joe

    Lies and disinformation will only carry you so far, Senator McCain.

    Then they have a habit of boomeranging on the one who lied.

    Prepare for the Obama Boomerang, Senator. It's coming at you sooner than you think!

    August 21, 2008 04:35 pm at 4:35 pm |
  107. Cecil

    Sen. McCain, Some Average Americas Are Still Taking Nice Vacations.
    I Do Believe Obama Deserve A Nice Vacation, Real World.

    McSmear Sequel, Your A Fraud, And So UnAmerican!

    August 21, 2008 04:35 pm at 4:35 pm |
  108. E.C.Coleman

    Where's my comment? Oh..........the editor doesn't AGREE with what I said? Oh ...........guess it wasn't far left and liberal enough and didn't gush over insipid fraud nobama.

    August 21, 2008 04:35 pm at 4:35 pm |
  109. Ryan

    The One...that will lose in November. I love the house ad thou...I love it because Obama just allowed the Rep attack machine to bring up Rezko!! It's great!!!

    August 21, 2008 04:35 pm at 4:35 pm |
  110. Andy

    What's the over/under that the MSM forgets to mention that Obama bought his MILLION DOLLAR HOME with money from Tony Rezko, convict? Rezko makes Abramhoff look like a girl scout.

    August 21, 2008 04:35 pm at 4:35 pm |
  111. Sean

    OBSERVERING: Do you even know what he was referring to, or what the whole quote was? Or are you so intent on bashing Obama that it doesn't matter?

    August 21, 2008 04:35 pm at 4:35 pm |
  112. Sean

    Everything coming out of McCain's mouth about Obama these days is a lie. How am I supposed to trust that McCain will live up to anything he ever pledges to do if he's capable of lying so easily and blatantly in order to further his personal career? I used to respect the man, but now I find him repugnant.

    I even liked him to the point that originally, as a registered independent, I was torn between he and Obama. No more. The choice is easy at this point. I'll take the guy who has some recognition of the concept of ethics – Obama all the way.

    August 21, 2008 04:35 pm at 4:35 pm |
  113. Jerry

    McCain should be ashame playing with God,,,,Obama is only trying to bring the country together do MCSAME have anything else to do because he not telling me and American people how we going fix the economy and the housing situation///

    August 21, 2008 04:35 pm at 4:35 pm |
  114. Filipina

    Yes Obama is the ONE to lead this country so hush McWar!
    I have 3 words for you!!!
    Yes We Can!

    August 21, 2008 04:35 pm at 4:35 pm |
  115. dustin

    I'm so sick of McCain, his campaign is so full of it. Using a religious overtone to attack obama is disgraceful. He's become everything he hated about bush in 2000. I'll be surprised if next he doesn't come out and say god wants him to be elected because he's "pro-life", but the fact is, he just wants more live babies so he can have more dead soldiers for when he reinstates the draft.

    August 21, 2008 04:35 pm at 4:35 pm |
  116. john williams san diego, ca.

    Osama is the disciple of Jimmy Carter, so he must be the chosen one except, in his own words 'this is way above my pay grade'

    August 21, 2008 04:35 pm at 4:35 pm |
  117. Brad

    If he can fix this sad economic situation that we are currently in. I will be the first to call him THE ONE.

    August 21, 2008 04:36 pm at 4:36 pm |
  118. fella from Chicago

    Would you prefer the Republicans run ads on Obama's live birth abortion stance? Naw, suffer through this ad for awhile.

    August 21, 2008 04:36 pm at 4:36 pm |
  119. Former Republican

    Someone who doesn't know how many houses he has and has no clue what it means to be rich is not in touch with the average American. He is out of touch and does not have the temperament to lead. In fact, just imagine George Bush with a temper!!!

    August 21, 2008 04:36 pm at 4:36 pm |
  120. You Know Who

    Judging from the amount of excitement he is inflicting on the population, I would say he is more ready than following:

    McSame
    McWar
    McBush
    McShame
    McSurge
    McSenile
    McInsane

    August 21, 2008 04:36 pm at 4:36 pm |
  121. Nia from Minneapolis

    And you wonder why the rest of the world thinks we are crazy. Look at the caliber of thinking that McCain represents.

    August 21, 2008 04:36 pm at 4:36 pm |
  122. Dylan in CA

    Wow... the McBush campaign gets sadder and more pathetic by the day. Have the kids who run this disaster graduated from high school yet?

    August 21, 2008 04:36 pm at 4:36 pm |
  123. Toby

    Rarely do we get a political add that is equally insulting to the religious and to the nonreligious. Of course, his supporters support it. We can just hope the rest of the country takes a hard look at it and comes to the inevitable conclusion about McCain.

    August 21, 2008 04:37 pm at 4:37 pm |
  124. USMC Mike

    McLame is getting tired ...

    Laughable, at best

    August 21, 2008 04:37 pm at 4:37 pm |
  125. Lesley

    Why aren't all of McCain's evangelicals that seemed so pleased with him complaining about these God-like ads? This is really blasphemous. Besides, Obama clearly stated at Saddleback that God will take care of evil, whereas McCain claimed that Bin Laden is evil and he would take care of him, that he knows how to do it. Seems like McCain thinks he's God!

    August 21, 2008 04:37 pm at 4:37 pm |
  126. Daryl from Seattle

    Wow, they're literally running out of material over in the McCain camp.

    I'm still concerned by two things though. One, this 'so-called' surge in the polls for McCain and Two, the oil prices starting to go up again. The surge in the polls leads me to believe that we're being softened up to accept when McCain wins dishonestly, just like Bush's victories. Another sign is that the oil companies are no longer afraid to use their speculators to drum up prices again. I think the presidential seat has already been bought and paid for folks.

    August 21, 2008 04:37 pm at 4:37 pm |
  127. E.C.Coleman

    THE AD IS GREAT AND COMPLETELY ON TARGET. NOBAMA IS NOT READY TO LEAD AND HAS NO JUDGEMENT WHATSOEVER. WE'LL SOON SEE HOW BAD HIS JUDGEMENT IS WHEN HE CHOOSES A VP. MCCAIN IS GOING TO WIN ANYWAY.........AT LEAST.....'MCCAIN HAS THE RIGHT STUFF!' MCCAIN WILL MAKE THIS COUNTRY PROUD...........JUST WAIT AND SEE!

    August 21, 2008 04:37 pm at 4:37 pm |
  128. jack

    Wow,

    McCain seems the least ready to lead with this type of trash. His attempts at blasting Obama will not go un-noticed, come election time.. This guy is completely out of his old, simplistic mind. To use religion as a ploy is disrespectful... McCain SUCKS!!!!

    Go OBAMA!!!

    August 21, 2008 04:37 pm at 4:37 pm |
  129. Sarah, Northern Colorado

    When someone has no platform, they spend their campaign dollars on belittling their opponent, rather than stating their platform. This is what I see McCain doing. He is like a tenacious bulldog who refuses to remove his teeth from the back of the mailman's pants.

    If change were so important to McCain, he'd change his anti-Obama message, rather than pushing the same point home over and over and over and over again.

    August 21, 2008 04:38 pm at 4:38 pm |
  130. Disgusted republican

    This ad is sacreligious.

    August 21, 2008 04:38 pm at 4:38 pm |
  131. Mark Wagner

    Good job McCain campaign. A web clip? Seems like a waste of time, since most people who will see it will be Obama supporters.

    August 21, 2008 04:39 pm at 4:39 pm |
  132. Lacy

    "Is he ready to lead?" Absolutely.

    August 21, 2008 04:39 pm at 4:39 pm |
  133. mb--texas

    McCain is right on target Obama is the one that will help the American
    people through some tough times ahead.Energy program will help
    all Americans.Health care issue he will come through with Congress
    to provide health care for all Americans.Let us all get behind Obama
    and make him the one to bring us all together and bring America back
    to front and center in the world.

    August 21, 2008 04:40 pm at 4:40 pm |
  134. Ki-Jana Carter

    McStale

    August 21, 2008 04:40 pm at 4:40 pm |
  135. Peter of Oregon

    My friends... John McCain is not the one. Let me give you some straight talk... He is a leader that God has not blessed us with. He's been brought to us by his own self-ambition. His hand will not guide the world or this country. And I don't know where the Republican convention is, but wherever it is it doesn't matter. The light has been shined directly on what will happen during the Denver DNC convention.

    But... Is McCain ready to lead? No...

    August 21, 2008 04:40 pm at 4:40 pm |
  136. J.C.

    The more McCain camp mocks about The One, the less I want to vote for him.

    The more Obama talks about McCain's housing number, the less I will vote for him.

    August 21, 2008 04:41 pm at 4:41 pm |
  137. Joe Reg

    McCain's campaign is being run by the administration of Bush. He got a blip lately but they are doomed this November. The people are not going to be fooled this time.

    As far as V.P goes, I have read the augur or tea leaves and it's Tim Kaine of Virginia.

    Obama/Tim 08/12.

    August 21, 2008 04:41 pm at 4:41 pm |
  138. Paris

    The empty shell will save us all!!!!!!!!!!

    I just got a really cool clip from “youtube” about Leadership that was very true.

    Obama not a leader.
    Obama is only a junior senator.

    Just pay attention to his choices: Ayers, Wright, Rezko.
    Some savior he turned out to be !!!

    August 21, 2008 04:41 pm at 4:41 pm |
  139. EMJ

    To: Mike, Syracuse, NY -

    Man you are pathetic using Aids in your comment. Get a life moron.

    August 21, 2008 04:41 pm at 4:41 pm |
  140. JC

    These ads are awesome....and apparently working. No wonder the obamabots on these CNN blogs think they are lame....

    August 21, 2008 04:41 pm at 4:41 pm |
  141. kendall

    McCain that is blashpamy,

    Moses is major biblical figure to us

    Christian and comparing a politician to that important of figure is low, really low,
    and if you feel that it's okay that speaks volumes of your character, tell us how you really feel about the bible and womens right?

    August 21, 2008 04:41 pm at 4:41 pm |
  142. undecided in ohio

    putting out stupid ads like this is not the type of behavior i want in my next president

    August 21, 2008 04:42 pm at 4:42 pm |
  143. Squeezer

    If McCain could get past his fascination with "ONE" maybe he could count how many houses he owns. (Hint for ya John: It's more than ONE.

    August 21, 2008 04:42 pm at 4:42 pm |
  144. ES NYC

    Funny how the Phallic picture is back, last frame of the ad.

    Subliminal messages from Mc Cain's neo-cons, what else could you expect?

    August 21, 2008 04:42 pm at 4:42 pm |
  145. greenhx

    Does anyone have a problem with John MCsame mocking the Christian faith? More proof that Mcsame is not a man of faith.

    August 21, 2008 04:42 pm at 4:42 pm |
  146. JJ

    Well I'd rather have Obama as "The One" instead of McCain. Take that to the bank!

    August 21, 2008 04:43 pm at 4:43 pm |
  147. PolitcoMike

    What if he's the one? What if he does fix everything?
    What if other nations start to like us again, because of him?
    What if we become independent from Middle Eastern Oil?
    What if American families stop losing their jobs?

    For such a man of "honor" McCain has very little respect for what the American people need.

    Got anything new, buddy?

    CNN, stop blocking comments, what's up with that?

    August 21, 2008 04:43 pm at 4:43 pm |
  148. 82nd Airborne Division

    McCain the poor P.O.W who apparently couldn't keep his mouth shut
    while in captivity .Here's the real deal fellow Americans
    I have been doing Uncle Sams bidding's for 25 plus years now,I
    would never surrender too the enemy come home Run for a Political
    office and then use my time as a P.O.W for political gains ! Too all
    you McCain supporters your Boy is softer then puppy pooh!
    A real tough guy, ask him how come he couldn't make Admiral.
    America you really want too know how McCain accumulated his fortune.
    He sold the distribution rights too his North Vietnamese propaganda
    films he made while in captivity!

    August 21, 2008 04:44 pm at 4:44 pm |
  149. Gary of El Centro, Ca

    Pretty weak stuff for someone that wants to lead the nation.

    August 21, 2008 04:44 pm at 4:44 pm |
  150. Phil

    This is the one time I will condone a campaign where you point the faults out of the other candidate simply for the fact the media has not been fair when it comes to Obama. He has been shown as the next coming and nothing less by the media, so McCain has to do these type of ads so people will get the "real" perspective on Obama instead of the spin the sheep believe now.

    August 21, 2008 04:44 pm at 4:44 pm |
  151. David

    John McCain's envy is very distasteful.

    August 21, 2008 04:44 pm at 4:44 pm |
  152. ber6964

    Silly Season has now officially started.

    August 21, 2008 04:44 pm at 4:44 pm |
  153. Griff

    Obama maybe the "One"? But John is the "Man"... We fight, and we fight to get Security on the Web! Another 'One' more Virus in the system isa little too much

    August 21, 2008 04:44 pm at 4:44 pm |
  154. Puzzled

    Observing......I don't think you understand what he meant when he made that statement. If you did, you wouldn't be putting it on every blog on this site.

    August 21, 2008 04:44 pm at 4:44 pm |
  155. Annoy the media, Say NO to Obama

    Hey Obama folks...

    Just from listening and reading all the recent derogatory comments directed at McCain by Obama, his staff and all you bloggers... one can only draw one conclusion... You guys are running scared... you're actually afraid of this slow, angry non-internet savy, old man.

    Guess what America, John McCain might actually pull it off!

    August 21, 2008 04:44 pm at 4:44 pm |
  156. Sal

    man do i hate these distractive Republican tactics. "don't look at the issues America, look over here, someone's body surfing"

    right wing TOOLS

    August 21, 2008 04:45 pm at 4:45 pm |
  157. AdamW

    Ummm....Republicans are so funny. Here they have a candidate that has more money than most, is truly an elitist from a wealthy family that has had his daddy pave the way for him just like our current president, has cheated on his wife, and married into money and can't even tell how many houses he owns.

    Ummmmm...and he wants us to believe Obama is an elitist because he surfs or whatever? One...it doesn't cost anything to surf except a surfboard and he is from Hawaii...who doesn't surf?

    Come on McCain! How about you lead by example!

    August 21, 2008 04:45 pm at 4:45 pm |
  158. Cricket

    This is coming from someone who professes to be a Christian?? I never knew Christians used blasphemy!

    OBAMA/BIDEN 08

    Pat, SC

    August 21, 2008 04:45 pm at 4:45 pm |
  159. Deb, Allentown, PA

    Cmon CNN...

    Your comment is awaiting moderation.
    Can you spell desperate?

    Hint….it's P O W

    The reason John McCain doesn't know how many houses he has? " he lived in one house for 5 1/2 years – in prison".

    August 21, 2008 04:45 pm at 4:45 pm |
  160. Cecil

    McCain And His Supporters Are Proud Of This Waste.
    You Can Have Him!

    John McCain's campaign released a sequel to its Web video about presumptive Democratic nominee Barack Obama that used footage of Charlton Heston as Moses parting the Red Sea, images of light streaming from the heavens, and a gospel choir to paint Obama as an arrogant politician who bought into near-messianic hype over his candidacy.

    How Many Fingers Do You Have McClown!

    August 21, 2008 04:46 pm at 4:46 pm |
  161. Oh Boy!!!???

    More "Left Behind" BS....

    Hey, If the Antichrist has a good economic plan, bring on the fire.

    As those books go, don't all of the "believers" just disappear from the face of the planet?

    COOL!

    August 21, 2008 04:47 pm at 4:47 pm |
  162. Wyoming Iraq Marine

    What about that 9 Trillion debt, anyone? Maybe Obama can shine the light on how many houses you own. Can someone who does not know how many houses they have be ready to lead?

    August 21, 2008 04:47 pm at 4:47 pm |
  163. Truth

    Unbelievable, McCain continues to think sacrilegious mockery in his advertising is acceptable discourse for the candidacy of president. Many Christians find this offensive and disrespectful to their religion.

    August 21, 2008 04:47 pm at 4:47 pm |
  164. Broad street buddy

    Hes is the ONE!! . . . that is going to win by a landslide!!!

    August 21, 2008 04:47 pm at 4:47 pm |
  165. Hillary supporter for McCain

    I wonder if marxist, militant Michelle Obama knows how many guns she owns. Perhaps they can compare to how many houses McCain has.

    August 21, 2008 04:47 pm at 4:47 pm |
  166. TM

    These ads remind me of the trailers for B-grade summer movies. Perhaps they could add in some BAM!, ZING!, and KA-POWEE!!! to spice up the next one. A car chase and a couple of explosions would be cool, too.

    Americans are facing a lot of problems right now. Intelligent voters deserve a focus on the issues. This is ridiculous.

    August 21, 2008 04:47 pm at 4:47 pm |
  167. linda from South Dakota

    i see mccain is still playin his games,,,, he just doesnt get it ,,,, retire mccain,,,, this isnt a childs game,,, geezzz,,, liar liar pants on fire ,,lol

    August 21, 2008 04:48 pm at 4:48 pm |
  168. Lou

    What? McCain can't come up with some NEW snarky malarkey?

    August 21, 2008 04:48 pm at 4:48 pm |
  169. Mark from El Paso

    Tacky. Low road.

    August 21, 2008 04:48 pm at 4:48 pm |
  170. anonmouys

    mccain own eight houses

    August 21, 2008 04:48 pm at 4:48 pm |
  171. 4Obama2

    JC you're obviously not religous or intelligent so I guess the add is perfect for you!

    August 21, 2008 04:48 pm at 4:48 pm |
  172. gp

    Old man McSame still can't grasp OBAMA IS OUR MAN . To bad old man you will need to keep your prison stories for your grand children ( if you even are in touch with trhem or they are part of your amoral stand in world) we have heard them. And gess what we can't have enough of Obama- his wisdom and integrity are what we are looking for this trime around.

    August 21, 2008 04:48 pm at 4:48 pm |
  173. Steve

    I guess you gotta talk about something when the issues aren't on your side.

    August 21, 2008 04:49 pm at 4:49 pm |
  174. P to the H

    Talk about setting the bar low. It's insulting to think that this is how the McCain campaign thinks they can win over "ordinary Americans"

    August 21, 2008 04:49 pm at 4:49 pm |
  175. Veterans for Obama and Ex-Republicans for Obama!

    HAHA!!! You may have 7 homes McCain...but you will not get the 8th (white) house! Obama all the way! We know your voting record about Veterans issues. We know how you and your wife lie about everything. Well here is some truth to you...your NOT going to win in November. America will win with a great leader!

    Obama 08/12

    August 21, 2008 04:49 pm at 4:49 pm |
  176. Dave

    Looks like to me that even McCain's camp knows that Obama is "The One" who is going to win. Depicting your opponent as the guy with all the interest, momentum, strength, popularity, and enthusiasm seems a weird tactic, and one that's destined to fail. But I suppose McCain will have plenty of time to sit around lamenting his choice of these ads when he's sitting a home in late November, wondering why he got beaten so badly.

    August 21, 2008 04:49 pm at 4:49 pm |
  177. shelly in TX

    Verdict: Lame

    Very, VERY Lame.

    August 21, 2008 04:49 pm at 4:49 pm |
  178. bij

    McCain is SO sad! I am a Christian and find the add very ambarrasing

    August 21, 2008 04:49 pm at 4:49 pm |
  179. william

    Well i would rather have an old man leading this country then a pop star boy like obama. He is not the one for me. thank you mccain.

    August 21, 2008 04:50 pm at 4:50 pm |
  180. Cecil

    How Many Toes Do You Have McCain

    August 21, 2008 04:50 pm at 4:50 pm |
  181. Justin in CA

    We don't need sarcasm. We need a grown-up that is willing to deal with issues of the day. If you listen to McCain you would think we were still fighting in Vietnam. Talk about out of touch

    August 21, 2008 04:50 pm at 4:50 pm |
  182. sue

    Finally! Even Mccain now is ready to admit that Obama is indeed The One.
    Ok Pops, now go to any one of your mansions with Cindy and rest up.

    August 21, 2008 04:50 pm at 4:50 pm |
  183. WeBoDave

    Senator McCain has been making negative ads since at least March when he implied Obama was "unamerican" which is clearly racist. Obama's ads have substantive criticism of McCain's policies, campaign or his actual quotes. How many negative ads have McCain and the RNC produced now, CNN? Is it substantive to portray Obama as elite, celebrity or "the one" which can equally be applied to Senator McCain?

    August 21, 2008 04:50 pm at 4:50 pm |
  184. Spencer

    Once again we see a foul play from out of the Karl Rove down and dirty handbook. Sounds like more politcs of fear from the McCain Camp. Ooooohhhhhhh, I'm so scared!!!

    August 21, 2008 04:51 pm at 4:51 pm |
  185. Leecee/TX

    McCain better be careful how he poke fun in this race, God IS WATCHING and he can't hide in any of his 7 houses....

    OBAMA 08.

    August 21, 2008 04:52 pm at 4:52 pm |
  186. tren

    Now this, my friends, IS A NEGATIVE AD. TRUTH IS NOT THE THEME HERE. IT'S PURE BLASPHEMY.

    August 21, 2008 04:52 pm at 4:52 pm |
  187. Blaque

    Attaboy Mccain !!
    LOL
    Yes the 'ONE' needs to go start his church and his cult of Obamaites with him
    This country demands a leader who knows his mind and has the experience to lead .. not a smooth talking snake oil salesman !!!

    Mccain '08
    HRC '12

    August 21, 2008 04:52 pm at 4:52 pm |
  188. J.C.

    If we keep up the nasty comments coming, who, in the right mind, would want to serve in any public office?

    August 21, 2008 04:52 pm at 4:52 pm |
  189. Brian G, Sugar Land, TX

    Hye, McCain, just 'cause yer as old as God don't make you His personal pick for Pres!

    I don't recall anywhere in the Bible a reference to the "United States of America".

    August 21, 2008 04:52 pm at 4:52 pm |
  190. henriettap

    McCain should stop with the message about Obama being the one and say he is the one that is the elitist the that doesn't know that there are people losing there homes and jobs the one that has so many homes he can't keep count of them.The one that Phil Gramm said that we were whiners when people said they were hurting.McCain is truly out of touch with the American people.I have seen where it is 7 and then 10 so I hope he can remember which home it is that he is suppose to go to at the end of the campaign.Maybe he will rememeber where the three in morning call comes from without having to rely on his staff to tell him where it was from.

    August 21, 2008 04:53 pm at 4:53 pm |
  191. The One

    YES HE IS "THE ONE" READY TO LEAD!

    Now McShame, make a commercial to tell American that you support the draft.

    Why is McShame getting free ad time by this news organization? This election is about real issues that affect real people, not this dumb gossip.

    Vote Obama!

    August 21, 2008 04:54 pm at 4:54 pm |
  192. NotFallingInLine.org

    Adam, Los Angeles August 21st, 2008 4:16 pm ET

    Rick Warren should have asked McCain about this. Maybe CNN can get a comment from Warren. I'd like to hear what he has to say.

    Rick Warren is a liar. He stood on stage and lied to the nation as he knew John McCain was not even in the building. He knew John McCain cheated; and Warren was willing (and did) to help McCain look good and lie. So much for being a Christian leader.

    August 21, 2008 04:54 pm at 4:54 pm |
  193. Blaque

    Attaboy Mccain !!
    LOL
    Yes the 'ONE' needs to go start his church and take his cult of Obamaites with him
    This country demands a leader who knows his mind and has the experience to lead .. not a smooth talking snake oil salesman !!!

    Mccain '08
    HRC '12

    August 21, 2008 04:54 pm at 4:54 pm |
  194. PolitcoMike

    What if he's the one? What if he does fix everything?
    What if other nations start to like us again, because of him?
    What if we become independent from Middle Eastern Oil?
    What if American families stop losing their jobs?

    For such a man of "honor" McCain has very little respect for what the American people need.

    Got anything new, buddy?

    CNN, stop blocking comments, what's up with that?

    August 21, 2008 04:54 pm at 4:54 pm |
  195. Motov8n

    Poor Donatello!!!!! Is this the best you've got!!!

    August 21, 2008 04:54 pm at 4:54 pm |
  196. mary

    You're darn right! Obama is the one and ready to lead. I'm with you Obama allllllllllll the way. OBAMA 2008

    August 21, 2008 04:54 pm at 4:54 pm |
  197. Ian

    I think Obama should do a spoof on the SNL skit "Oops I crapped my pants".

    August 21, 2008 04:54 pm at 4:54 pm |
  198. Gary

    This is absolutely brilliant. You can criticize all you want, but it works. That is the definition of brilliant. The problem with Obama supporters is that they are too self-absorbed to take a step back and admit a clever and effective ad when they see one.

    August 21, 2008 04:54 pm at 4:54 pm |
  199. Why????

    To think of it, he could be the ONE. Considering when Jesus came to save us all what did the Jew do? Crucify! Crucify! Because we were expecting someone in fancy clothing and not someone who look just like an ordinary person.

    You’ll need to pray and get a clear understanding before it’s too late. Many will be lost because of the lack of knowledge.

    August 21, 2008 04:55 pm at 4:55 pm |
  200. Don

    yeah agree with JC. There would not be much talk about them if they were not working.

    August 21, 2008 04:55 pm at 4:55 pm |
  201. sas

    Is this the guy who cliamed to be prolife and then goes and realease soemthing so Demeaning to my religion... Mccain Messaih. The One are scared and holy to our religion and should not be used for your cheap political stunts !!!

    August 21, 2008 04:55 pm at 4:55 pm |
  202. nancy

    He's the ONE, all right – the next President of the United States.

    OBAMA IS THE ONE!!!!!!!!!!!

    August 21, 2008 04:55 pm at 4:55 pm |
  203. Karen Raleigh

    Don't the republicans have any messages at all??? We know Barack isnt God but he'll be the best choice for president by far and there's no doubt about that. This country does not need a 72 year old running this country–wouldnt our enemies love that –why do you think Russia went into Georgia??????? HMMMMMMMM!!!!!!!

    August 21, 2008 04:55 pm at 4:55 pm |
  204. Soldier 4 OBAMA

    The Republicans are playing with Fire. Calling OBAMA the one and using Religious undertones that is meant to disparage show their disdain for the word of christ and how they are using the canotation out of context. Using it to disparage OBAMA is crazy, OBAMA will release McCain ads targeting him as the one who say anything to get elected, they have done it for decades, the GOP/RNC, this time CHANGE will take place from the bottom up and not the top down like the GOP is use to!

    MCCAIN-LIBERMAN is nto the change the world seekk!

    OBAMA-CLINTON

    August 21, 2008 04:55 pm at 4:55 pm |
  205. suzyku

    This is really getting old, just like mcsame! They don't have a new idea in any of their heads and if mcsame did, he'd forget it a minute later! What a jerk he is!

    August 21, 2008 04:56 pm at 4:56 pm |
  206. Alex

    I didn't like the first Ad, but this 2nd ad is actually funny... it will 0 effect, johny...

    August 21, 2008 04:56 pm at 4:56 pm |
  207. r

    MCBUSH COME WIHT SOMTING NEW....HEY GUY IM WONDERIGN HOW JOING MCBUSH TOUCHS HIS OLD WHITE HAIR AND SHAVE HIS DOUGHY FACE... OH LET ME GUESS CINDY MCBUSH?????

    August 21, 2008 04:57 pm at 4:57 pm |
  208. Oh Boy!!!???

    This makes me want to vote for Obama just to see if all the "beLIEvers" will rise up off the face of the planet all at once.

    That would leave all of their real estate to us to convert to temples in which to praise "OUR GOD".

    I got dibs on Johnny's biggest house.

    Bring on the Antichrist, please.

    August 21, 2008 04:57 pm at 4:57 pm |
  209. Concerned INDEPENDENT CT voter

    Well compared to McCain & the Bush-factory... he is the one...

    THE ONE to break this cycle of horrible events!

    -V

    August 21, 2008 04:57 pm at 4:57 pm |
  210. Funny stuff

    "Squeezer: If McCain could get past his fascination with "ONE" maybe he could count how many houses he owns. (Hint for ya John: It's more than ONE"
    --

    Very witty comment, I like it. It's like when Obama was posed the question about going back to Iraq.

    Obama said, "if Al Qaeda came back to Iraq after we withdraw, after American troops are withdrawn, then I would send military troops back if Al Qaeda established a base in Iraq.

    McCain said, "Al Queda is in Iraq. It's called 'Al Queda in Iraq'" . Whoops :)

    August 21, 2008 04:58 pm at 4:58 pm |
  211. Mark G

    Obama talks about McCain's not remembering how many homes he has, the fact that McCain thinks you have to make over $5 million to be rich, and McCains stances on the economy and his foreign policy (start a war). Americans are losing their homes, their jobs, and paying outrages prices for gas and groceries. People are in desperate need for help and all McCain can give us is "Obama is The One"...c'mon...are you kidding me? We have serious issues...we need a serious person to help us out. I for one can't afford to play these stupid games with my future and the future of my family...I am voting Obama.

    August 21, 2008 04:58 pm at 4:58 pm |
  212. MLH

    These ads are lame and stupid, and potentially offensive to any number of viewers. The fact that the McCain campaign fails to see what is offensive speaks volumes about the type of people providing input, and is the best argument as to why Senator McCain should most definitely not lead our country.

    August 21, 2008 04:59 pm at 4:59 pm |
  213. aohs

    McCain is bound and determined to run the most despicable presidential campaign in history.

    I wouldn't trust this man to run my garbage disposal.

    August 21, 2008 04:59 pm at 4:59 pm |
  214. al in memphis

    According to these ads, Obama must be running for the lead in the next Matrix movie. Someone send the Republicans a message that he is running for president. This is not money well spent–just like some of the tax breaks for wealthy, take the jobs overseas, corporations.

    August 21, 2008 04:59 pm at 4:59 pm |
  215. Delay man

    Yes Barack Obama is The One. Nobody will vote John McLucifer. Republicans want to use religion? Well I guess Obama should start calling McCain by the name John McLucifer.

    August 21, 2008 04:59 pm at 4:59 pm |
  216. peter

    LAME

    August 21, 2008 04:59 pm at 4:59 pm |
  217. Ryan

    Obama is the ONE...THE ONE TALKING ABOUT ISSUES!

    August 21, 2008 04:59 pm at 4:59 pm |
  218. AT

    This is so sick. Senator Obama seeks God and everyone knows that he depends on God because it was posted all over this site. Senator McCain is a cheat and what he is doing is as old as he is. It is so sad that people are moved by such crazy tactics. Why cannot we stick to the issues at hand. I am ready for this to be over.

    August 21, 2008 05:00 pm at 5:00 pm |
  219. tren

    NOW THIS IS A NEGATIVE AD. OBAMA ADS ARE OUTRIGHT TRUTHFUL!

    August 21, 2008 05:00 pm at 5:00 pm |
  220. James

    HOPE is still alive and well in the person of Barrack Obama.
    We have been put through so much pain and agony by Bush and the Republicans.

    We have suffered high gas prices, mortgage melt downs, economy down turns but amidst all this Hope always prevails.

    Vote for change, Vote for prosperity, Vote Democrat, Vote Obama.

    August 21, 2008 05:00 pm at 5:00 pm |
  221. Thou Shalt Not Committ ...

    Evangelicals, Moral Majority members, Conservatives -

    Please post the 10 Commandments over McCain's bed in all 7 of his houses.

    Thanks,

    August 21, 2008 05:01 pm at 5:01 pm |
  222. ObamaAllTheWaytoWH

    This conservative idiots trying decive the American people again in 2008 using Karl Rove tactics, boy they are wrong, I do not have any doubt the will fail miserably.

    August 21, 2008 05:01 pm at 5:01 pm |
  223. Laughable

    THIS IS JUST GETTING STUPID!!

    August 21, 2008 05:01 pm at 5:01 pm |
  224. Jason in Tucson

    Even better than the last one, directly showing just how ludicrous Obama sounds sometimes. Lighting coming down to shine on people? What is Barack smoking?

    I mean, seriously, do we need a president with a messianic complex? Do we need a president who is more interested in building his cult of personality than actually affecting real change and working to improve our economy and our standing in the world? Some of the people commenting on this blog might drink the kool-aid, but I won't.

    August 21, 2008 05:01 pm at 5:01 pm |
  225. Truth

    Adam LA, that is an excellent point. It would be interesting to hear Pastor Warren's position on McCain's use of blasphemous advertising for political purposes.

    Please report on it CNN, including Focus on the Family and other religious organizations. Your Christian viewers would appreciate it.

    August 21, 2008 05:01 pm at 5:01 pm |
  226. out of touch Obama

    Remember John Kerry bodysurfing before the convention in 2004. Flashback!!!!!!!!!! No flip flopping this time on the democrats part. They are consistent. Obama is arrogant. At least Kerry was not.

    August 21, 2008 05:01 pm at 5:01 pm |
  227. Sherry, Atlanta

    SEEING THAT MCCAIN BELIEVE THIS. . .WHY IS HE FIGHTING SO HARD WITH DESTRUCTION? ? ?

    IS THIS HOW MCCAIN WILL TREAT "THE ONE"

    MCCAIN SAID HE BELIEVED IN GOD! SOUNDS LIKE MCCAIN LIED AGAIN. . .

    August 21, 2008 05:01 pm at 5:01 pm |
  228. McShame

    McShame is so mad he made that comment earlier (dummy) he is now throwing the kitchen sink, SAME OLD CLINTON GAME!!!!!!

    Johnnie please be good!!!! The One will not work again.....NEXT

    OBAMA 08/12!!!

    August 21, 2008 05:02 pm at 5:02 pm |
  229. mary

    Not when he lied about the Christmas story. I saw the same scene in a 1959 movie starring Charleston Heston as Judah Ben Hur in the movie Ben Hur

    August 21, 2008 05:02 pm at 5:02 pm |
  230. MK

    I hope the Repubs and undecideds who watch this ad realize just how STUPID McPander thinks they are. Self-respecting voters should feel profoundly insulted by him.

    By contrast , notice how Obama engages people across the political spectrum intellectually and emotionally.

    McSame has NOTHING to offer but his tired war stories, and he knows it. That's why he must resort to such ad hominem nonsense.

    August 21, 2008 05:02 pm at 5:02 pm |
  231. Funny stuff

    "greenhx: Does anyone have a problem with John MCsame mocking the Christian faith? More proof that Mcsame is not a man of faith."

    ---

    Not me. This truly is the view for some people out there, though.

    <=== aethiest.

    August 21, 2008 05:02 pm at 5:02 pm |
  232. Mochona, FL

    This convinced me the OLD MAN McCain has lost his BEARINGS.
    Which Senior Citizen Home has opening?

    August 21, 2008 05:02 pm at 5:02 pm |
  233. akaDoug

    Obama is "The One"...he owns one house (not 10), has had only one wife (and he didn't cheat on her or dump her for an heiress) and will have "won" in November!

    August 21, 2008 05:02 pm at 5:02 pm |
  234. IndependentThinker, NY

    This freaking ad is getting as obsolete as McOldFashion

    August 21, 2008 05:03 pm at 5:03 pm |
  235. Michele, Pittsburgh, PA

    Putting out garbage like this is not the way you go about getting the votes of Christian voters. Senator McCain, you used to be above ads like this. I'm not sure if I'm voting Obama, but I know I could not cast mine for McCain.

    August 21, 2008 05:03 pm at 5:03 pm |
  236. Jason, Los Angeles

    Why won't McCain talk about the issues in his ads? Could it be that he has no argument? Could it be that he has nothing to contribute to the United States?

    August 21, 2008 05:03 pm at 5:03 pm |
  237. 60 year old white woman Supporting Obama

    And this from a man who entered a town hall in a bus to the tune of "Rocky!!"

    August 21, 2008 05:03 pm at 5:03 pm |
  238. Craig- Easton, PA

    Whatever shred of respect I retained for Senator McCain is now gone. Considering that I planned to vote for him in 2000 had he stayed in the race, that's something. As a Christian, I find this stuff highly offensive and as an American, I find it even more insulting. Yet another confirmation for why I left the GOP after decades of support.

    August 21, 2008 05:03 pm at 5:03 pm |
  239. ALECO -----NOKOMIS,FL

    McCAIN IS RIGHT, OBAMA 'is the one" WHO WILL BE OUR NEXT PRESIDENT.

    BUSH TOLD RUSSIA TO GET OUT OF GEORGIA-AT ONCE-
    BUSH SAID, I'M A TEXAS RANCHER (RANGER) AND I AM TOUGHER THAN NAILS. IF ;YOU DON'T GET OUT OF GEORGIA AT ONCE I WILLGET LITTLE DICK CHENEY TO INVADE YOUR COUNTRY.

    August 21, 2008 05:04 pm at 5:04 pm |
  240. Jeff in Portland

    Why won't you talk about the issues, John?

    This type of mudslinging isn't going to work in the live debates, old man.

    Time to retire to one of your eight houses.

    August 21, 2008 05:04 pm at 5:04 pm |
  241. Bukky

    EEWWWWW this ad make me feel dirty for McCain...

    August 21, 2008 05:04 pm at 5:04 pm |
  242. Tennisguypitt

    Won't work, McInsane. You would probably lead us to war against Iran, then who? Russia? Give me a break!

    Obama '08

    August 21, 2008 05:04 pm at 5:04 pm |
  243. mary

    To anonymous,

    You are confused because it's "STOOPID"

    August 21, 2008 05:05 pm at 5:05 pm |
  244. Peter (CA)

    No JC, we hate these ads because they play to the lowest common demoniator. I thought McCain had said he wanted to run an upbeat campaign...where is that?

    Who but the lame right wing has labeled Obama "the One"? Why not discuss real issues? Maybe because McCain does not understand the economy, is wrong on the war, and does not care about health care??

    August 21, 2008 05:06 pm at 5:06 pm |
  245. Bob

    I'm looking forward to an Obama-produced video showing how McLame sold his soul to satan. Makes sense that he would, tho. McLame and Satan are the same age!

    August 21, 2008 05:06 pm at 5:06 pm |
  246. Renee

    If he is the "One", than he is ready to lead. You cant lead and not be the One. GOP=Stupidity.

    August 21, 2008 05:07 pm at 5:07 pm |
  247. Lynn

    I'm so sorry people but Obama just won't do!! Obama is just a Tug and a tricker! Mabe know all you slug's out thier can get off the drugs and stop drinking, work hard and you own your own house too. Mr. McCain is the biggest role model for this dying Country. Shame on Obama !!!

    August 21, 2008 05:07 pm at 5:07 pm |
  248. Jann, Denver CO

    My God McCain is stupid. I can't believe such an immature fool is running for office.

    August 21, 2008 05:08 pm at 5:08 pm |
  249. liz

    as usual, mcsame refuses to say anything of substance, so he makes an ad that is pure fiction and conjecture.

    Obama has NEVER implied that he is some holy being, only McCain and his cohorts have implied that he thinks of himself that way. Unlike McCain, Obama has WORKED for his accomplishments, he didn't dump his first wife to marry into money and power.

    Obama is very open about being a human who has made mistakes, meanwhile McCain conveniently forgets his own lack of morals and good judgement.

    August 21, 2008 05:08 pm at 5:08 pm |
  250. NoMcSame

    No Beaches For Wrinkled OLD MEN. Stop hatin McSame. Maybe your plastic wife can sport a little somptin somptin on the beach, but YOU no WAY. That would be funny seeing a real life MR. Burns(of the Simpsons) on the beach. Ha ha ha. Don't go there old boy. LOL LOL. Sorry people I can't stop LOL LOL LOL. Just the thought of it. On the other hand, NO, I don't want to think about it. That may ruin my day.
    Obama08

    August 21, 2008 05:09 pm at 5:09 pm |
  251. Val, Atlanta, Ga

    This should tell the Evangelica Community how much he respects religion he will not leave it alone, but let me give you a hint McCain. GODS WILL, WILL BE DONE, now you can believe that.

    Obama 08

    August 21, 2008 05:09 pm at 5:09 pm |
  252. Wisconsin

    ...

    What does it say about McShame supporters who back this garbage. McShame has run nothing but a slime ball campaign and never talks about the issues.

    So what does that say about McShame's supporters???

    August 21, 2008 05:09 pm at 5:09 pm |
  253. Shari, NY

    Even the McCain camp thinks Obama is "The One". LOL

    August 21, 2008 05:10 pm at 5:10 pm |
  254. Bill

    Oh, he's "the one" all right. One man, 47,000,000 positions.

    August 21, 2008 05:10 pm at 5:10 pm |
  255. Barbara - NC

    Mcarmonger wants to reinstate the draft. Male and Female, single and married.

    August 21, 2008 05:11 pm at 5:11 pm |
  256. MsAnnetteHussein, AR

    Oh Yeah.....JohnnyBoy has lost his mind.
    It is so sad to see this old man acting like young fool.
    This ad is stupid and shows that McCrazy does not love, respect or fear God. He makes a mokery of religion for politial gain. I would not want to be in his $800 shoes!!

    OBAMA '08!!!

    August 21, 2008 05:11 pm at 5:11 pm |
  257. Ron

    Isn't that special. Most Americans are trying to save the One home, while McCain the peoples party has 8 homes. No meat, or energy shortage in McCain camp. Now if he could just talk about the Keating issue?

    August 21, 2008 05:11 pm at 5:11 pm |
  258. steve

    nobama – the democrats' new pariah. oops i mean messiah.

    way to coronate the paris hilton of politics. he's famous and nobody knows why. probably because if you don't jump on his bandwagon you're called a racist. the dems are going to throw away the third guaranteed presidency in a row with another junk candidate hand picked by the DNC. maybe they should stop crowning which nominee is going into the general election.

    nobama belongs on SNL and maybe a cameo in a B-grade movie. not leading the free world with zero experience and zero substance.

    August 21, 2008 05:11 pm at 5:11 pm |
  259. OWL

    Some one better tell McCain that the antichrist is Jewish. At least that's what all the bigots I know tell me.

    August 21, 2008 05:11 pm at 5:11 pm |
  260. kathy in pA

    I wish Mr. McCain would stop insulting those of us who are evangelicals but not haters and fear mongers. He makes fun of our faith in every one of these ads. Does he really expect my vote?
    We have had messianic Presidents before: Kennedy, Reagan... and they were our BEST presidents. Why would we not vote to a return to the high road of morality in America? McCain will tear us apart for personal gain.

    K in PA

    August 21, 2008 05:11 pm at 5:11 pm |
  261. Barbara - NC

    OOPS typo

    McWarmonger wants to reinstate the draft. Male and Female, single and married

    August 21, 2008 05:11 pm at 5:11 pm |
  262. Obama 08/12

    A must read
    Go to "Military .Com " read the story by Philip Butler first hand information .Very interesting
    Did you know grampa has not only lost his marbles its called childish he is regressing back to a baby and not far off is already wrinkled and depends on Depends is getting close now folks
    so get youselves prepared he will soon be crossing that line .
    I thought I was "The One " so how can there be 2 of us ? McWar you are confused again but thats just an everday experience for you isnt it McWar ?

    August 21, 2008 05:11 pm at 5:11 pm |
  263. Chris

    I agree that this seems a bit blasphemous. An odd tactic when you are aiming for Christian conservatives. I also think it is a bad idea for him to show Obama bodysurfing (virile). McCain would probably get more of a result from attacking the "above my pay grade" comment.

    August 21, 2008 05:12 pm at 5:12 pm |
  264. JUANITA

    MCCAIN IS INSANE IN THE BRAIN!!!!!!!!!!!!! WHAT A LOSER!!!!!!!!! YOU CAN BET HE AINT THE "ONE"!!!!!!!!!!!!

    August 21, 2008 05:12 pm at 5:12 pm |
  265. Wonders shall never end

    Guess what?

    MCsame Add have been working that is why the polls are tightening. Unfortunately many American electorates are not able to distinguish between facts and fiction.

    Tighten your belt for another Bush Third Term. Sadly but true!

    August 21, 2008 05:12 pm at 5:12 pm |
  266. D Shane

    How can you be 72 years old and still a childish juvenile?

    Remember the 'Chelsea is ugly' joke?

    He's not presidential, he is a sophomoric moron.

    If it wasn't for his 'rich daddy' and his 'rich wife' he would be a total failure!

    Why do republicans keep sending us these silver spooned boys?

    August 21, 2008 05:13 pm at 5:13 pm |
  267. Denise

    I do not fine anything wrong with this. I'd like to see McCain body surfing. The Obama campaign can tae this ad and turn it into a positive. I can see how this can be done.

    August 21, 2008 05:13 pm at 5:13 pm |
  268. McCain's friend

    You guys are so mean! Kind of sad that my friend, Senator McCain, can't remember that he only has 4 houses. Is that a short term or long term memory misfire? He's probably got a medical problem, but all you can do is poke fun at him. Not very nice of you!

    Either way, don't anyone ask him how many toes he has! Could be publicly humiliating for his staff to get down on their knees to count them for him....

    August 21, 2008 05:13 pm at 5:13 pm |
  269. Cathy in MD

    Desperation at its worst. And if it makes you feel any better, Senator Reid, I can't stand John McCain, either.

    August 21, 2008 05:14 pm at 5:14 pm |
  270. J Edward

    Whatever happened to JMC's vow to run a "respectful campaign" vs. Obama or Clinton? You can Google it yourself: mccain pledges respectful campaign. The story ran in April this year.

    No respect for JMC now, none whatsoever. Obama is hitting JMC on the issues and his Bush-like policies–those are all fair game. JMC and co. are fabricating stories.

    Not that they actually care what you and I say or think, but SHAME upon them.

    August 21, 2008 05:14 pm at 5:14 pm |
  271. Funny stuff

    Ugh-oh!!!!! Just in, folks! Looks like BO might be in a little bit of trouble..

    Attorney Phil Berg of Philadephia, PA alleges that Obama is not a us citizen nor his he “natural born” and within the next 30 minutes will be filing a complaint and motion for a temporary restraining order prohibiting Obama from running for Office of the President and enjoining the DNC from naming Obama as a nominee for Democratic Presidential election.

    IN PHILADELPHIA: US District Court, Eastern District of PA, 2nd floor Clerk’s Office on 601 Market Street in Philadelphia, PA

    August 21, 2008 05:14 pm at 5:14 pm |
  272. Barbara - NC

    National Enquirer has investigative journalists – CNN has air-heads reading tea leaves. They admit it !!!!!!

    August 21, 2008 05:15 pm at 5:15 pm |
  273. Johnboy

    Sounds like the Obamabots are getting nervous and desperate. I love it! That's right. You heard it correctly. McCain is now leading in the polls.

    August 21, 2008 05:15 pm at 5:15 pm |
  274. PUMA

    ENOUGH SAID

    August 21, 2008 05:15 pm at 5:15 pm |
  275. No more McBush!

    Typical gutter politics from the right – no surprise here. Comparing Obama to Moses – God's chosen one... We'll at least this will kill the muslim smear and bring more Christians and Jews to Obama's side!

    OBAMA 08 & 12!!!

    August 21, 2008 05:16 pm at 5:16 pm |
  276. W.H. Thomas

    McHuh is going crazy!! This is the fourth negative ad he launched today. Whats next?

    August 21, 2008 05:16 pm at 5:16 pm |
  277. Ken in Dallas

    Here we have McCain's idea of a clean, relevant campaign.

    Well.

    Isn't that special?

    August 21, 2008 05:16 pm at 5:16 pm |
  278. Joseph, Los Angeles California

    I think it's a very silly and childish ad coming from so-called adults. He's treating us like George Bush does; like children.

    I'm voting Obama!

    August 21, 2008 05:17 pm at 5:17 pm |
  279. Texas Straight Talker

    Does McCain ever intend to discuss the issues or tell us how he plans to lead as POTUS? Better yet, is he EVER going to explain why we should believe he is such a man of honor who uses straight talk when he cheated on his first wife and even filed for a marriage license while still legally married to his first wife? He used the excuse "that was over 30 years ago" as if that makes it ok. I am so sick and tired of him getting a free ride in the press while Senator Obama is under a microscope constantly!. When will he be held accountable for his mistakes, lies and gaffs? CNN when will you cover both candidates FAIRLY?????

    August 21, 2008 05:17 pm at 5:17 pm |
  280. Biffington, Biff

    Again I ask...

    What 'else' are the Republicans gonna RUN on...?

    Their RECORD??????

    PUH-LEEEEZZ!

    Its easier to insinuate he is the antichrist and get it over with....

    August 21, 2008 05:17 pm at 5:17 pm |
  281. Jeronimo!

    McWaynes adolescent antics got him shot down over Vietnam.

    If elected this 72 year old adolescent will make us all POW's (Prisoners Of another 4 years of George "W").

    August 21, 2008 05:18 pm at 5:18 pm |
  282. Ejm

    When will McCain start discussing the issues instead of producing this negativity? I think the ad is absurd. I am undecided, but this type of ad has me leaning towards Obama.

    August 21, 2008 05:19 pm at 5:19 pm |
  283. Jeff D, South Bend, IN

    The McCain campaign is utterly pathetic. Catering to the idiot population with lies and distortions is beneath his record of military and public service.

    August 21, 2008 05:19 pm at 5:19 pm |
  284. Paul Dobro

    Does McShame really think this whole campaign is a joke? The distruction of America under Bush and we should just laugh off any solution?

    Hey Straight Talk Express, if this keeps up, you'll have to go hire folks from Comedy Central to be on your staff.

    August 21, 2008 05:19 pm at 5:19 pm |
  285. Old white woman in Alabama

    How childish, you think a man of McCain's age could come up with something of substance.

    August 21, 2008 05:20 pm at 5:20 pm |
  286. Tyler in Raleigh

    Lets get a clip of McCain jetskiing in Gerogia.....

    Grandpa McCain needs to stop his fascination with the messiah. The conservatives still don't trust him and he is starting to freak me out.

    August 21, 2008 05:20 pm at 5:20 pm |
  287. La Raza

    Now this is plain silly. Is McInsane 71 or 7?

    August 21, 2008 05:21 pm at 5:21 pm |
  288. Cynthia

    Senator McCain makes some of the dumbest commericals and I can't see why people would believe him. Senator McCain is making a huge mistake in his mocking Christianity. He will eventually see making commericals about the "One" will in the end be his downfall.

    August 21, 2008 05:22 pm at 5:22 pm |
  289. Dameun Strange

    Yep. He is The One. The One I will vote for.

    GO OBAMA 08!!!

    No more politics of fear, Mr. Quick Draw McCain

    August 21, 2008 05:22 pm at 5:22 pm |
  290. EDW

    This is where the negative began. Obama would seem weak if he just sat and took it.

    McCain is just fine with reinstating the draft. If you have kids you should be greatly concerned.

    August 21, 2008 05:23 pm at 5:23 pm |
  291. Angela

    I too vote for Obama as "The One".

    Never McCain!!!

    Obama is way smarter than McCain. Mcain was 5th from the bottom out of 895.

    August 21, 2008 05:23 pm at 5:23 pm |
  292. Dosteovsky

    OMG did I just hear McCain's campaign say being a POW affected his memory? They said he can't recall the number of houses he has because he was a POW? We don't want damaged, wrinkled brains in the white house.

    Obama IS the ONE! It's about time America reclaimed her position. (and not the bent over one McCain's proposing ....)

    August 21, 2008 05:23 pm at 5:23 pm |
  293. Colin -- Southern California

    Look, if he's The One, we'd be fools to vote for McCain.

    Frankly, I want The One running our Matrix, not Republican Agents who want to use us all as batteries for their diabolical purposes.

    I'm voting for The One!!!

    OBAMA 2008

    August 21, 2008 05:24 pm at 5:24 pm |
  294. gm

    It should be a disgrace to any politician for their campaign (supporters) to use any reference to Christianity or any other religion to attck another person's camapign for office. If this is the only way McCain and his campaign staff can win votes they better take a hard look at themselves. All persons of any religion should turn their back on this kind of smut. Enough is enough>

    August 21, 2008 05:24 pm at 5:24 pm |
  295. hillybilly

    i'll vote for the 'messiah' over the devil incarnate ,any day.any other christians care to join me?

    August 21, 2008 05:24 pm at 5:24 pm |
  296. angie - dallas -28

    same crap different day... that's how the repugs like to play nothing new
    but making personal comments about the blue no real material
    this already shows what kind of a president McBush will be.

    same old ads, SAME OLD POLITICS!!!

    bringing NOTHING NEW TO THE TABLE- THAT'S THE McBush WAY!!

    August 21, 2008 05:24 pm at 5:24 pm |
  297. Laura, IN

    Well, that's one thing McCain has said right. He is still the ONE, the one person who can turn the tables from the WORST PRESIDENCY IN MODERN HISTORY.

    Obama 08

    August 21, 2008 05:24 pm at 5:24 pm |
  298. Xavier, Saint Louis, Missouri

    Totally Tasteless!

    greenhx, Yes I have to agree with you. McStooge ads are mocking the Christian faith. However, come November the joke will be on him.

    YES WE CAN!

    August 21, 2008 05:24 pm at 5:24 pm |
  299. gotcha

    Can Obama spell jealous? He sounds like it and I hope he can spell it. If someone has worked very hard and aquired several houses, so what? You can do it also. Good for him. Obama is a jerk.

    August 21, 2008 05:26 pm at 5:26 pm |
  300. randy

    So even McBush sees Obama as the only one who can change things.

    Perhaps the rest of the his cronies will see it too.

    August 21, 2008 05:26 pm at 5:26 pm |
  301. FL4Obama

    Obama should rebut McCain direct and clean for this blasphemous nonsense by exposing how disresrespectful McCain is being to people of faith. It would further contrast Obama's values as a man of religious decency. Obama '08

    August 21, 2008 05:26 pm at 5:26 pm |
  302. Shannon, MD

    McCain's just jealous that he's not the ONE. LOL

    In my opinion McCain will never be the one, unless we're looking for a doddering old fool charging up the hill with no one behind him.

    Obama 08

    August 21, 2008 05:26 pm at 5:26 pm |
  303. Lisa

    Yeah he's definitely "The One", The one who will lose to Mccain if Hillary's not on the ticket!!!

    August 21, 2008 05:27 pm at 5:27 pm |
  304. Hank

    Wrinkled old gray haired man still yelling at clouds.

    August 21, 2008 05:27 pm at 5:27 pm |
  305. NObama 2008

    Actually, Obama stuck his foot in his mouth criticizing McCain and McCain came back strongly saying Obama surely didn't want to get into a bttle over who was closer to those bitter americans who cling to religion and guns.

    Obama is losing it big time and is looking like a whiny, pouty little child.

    August 21, 2008 05:28 pm at 5:28 pm |
  306. Allen in Hartwell GA

    Why this time???
    Your comment is awaiting moderation.
    The GOP political hacks responsible for this are going to burn in Hell. I have never seen such blasphemy from anyone. How any American and how any Christian could vote for McCain after the jokes the GOP have made about Christianity and the Bible is beyond me. This man McCain and his handlers are a blot on the Christian faith and should be welcomed in Hell by Satan himself.

    August 21, 2008 05:29 pm at 5:29 pm |
  307. Noah, OR

    Okay, yellow teeth man shouts at the moon, and says we need more wars. Is he the one? Hell no.

    August 21, 2008 05:29 pm at 5:29 pm |
  308. Obeserving...

    This interesting, it's a sign that Obama attacking McCain on the issues, is working.

    August 21, 2008 05:30 pm at 5:30 pm |
  309. DeanG

    If McCain wins on the strength of crap like this, I'm moving to Europe.

    August 21, 2008 05:30 pm at 5:30 pm |
  310. Cecil

    McRichie Rich Wants To Be President, But Doesn't Even Know How Many Homes He Owns. One Word "Pathetic".

    Talking About Being Out Of Touch. What A Fraud.
    No Way 08

    August 21, 2008 05:31 pm at 5:31 pm |
  311. just thinking

    Didnt George Bush beat McCain 8 years ago? If Georgie was the better candidate then, what has McCain done to improve himself.

    McCain was not ready to lead 8 years ago, and is still not ready to lead now.

    People better wake up and think.
    vote for Bush = mistake
    vote for McCain = stupid.

    August 21, 2008 05:31 pm at 5:31 pm |
  312. eleanor owen

    McCain is very dangerous for our Country. You better believe Obama
    is the one and he is ready to lead. I trust his judgment. I mistrust
    McCain. He can't tell the truth, he is old and at best senile and he is
    part of the Bush regime.
    Wake up America! The majority says they do not approve of Bush,
    they do not like the way in which the country is going, yet the polls say
    almost half would vote for McCain? who offers the same and worse.
    What are these people thinking?

    August 21, 2008 05:31 pm at 5:31 pm |
  313. I'm Wishing On A Star...

    President Obama gave former Senator John McCain a phone call to wish him well on his 78th birthday. News at 11:00.

    August 21, 2008 05:31 pm at 5:31 pm |
  314. Allen in Hartwell GA

    Wonder how many I can collect???
    Your comment is awaiting moderation.
    Why this time???
    Your comment is awaiting moderation.
    The GOP political hacks responsible for this are going to burn in Hell. I have never seen such blasphemy from anyone. How any American and how any Christian could vote for McCain after the jokes the GOP have made about Christianity and the Bible is beyond me. This man McCain and his handlers are a blot on the Christian faith and should be welcomed in Hell by Satan himself.

    August 21, 2008 05:32 pm at 5:32 pm |
  315. Orlando

    Yes, he is the one that is going to KDA.

    August 21, 2008 05:32 pm at 5:32 pm |
  316. Rich in Seattle

    That's funny, because when I think of McCain I think of him as being "Number Two".

    August 21, 2008 05:32 pm at 5:32 pm |
  317. Debra Austin, Texas

    I think McCain has dementia and Schmidt has limited impact. He's surely no Karl Rove.

    August 21, 2008 05:33 pm at 5:33 pm |
  318. Sharon

    You've GOT to be kidding me?! Who would want this old LAME old fart for president when he can even manage to get a good smear ad going. COME ON!!!

    Obama '08- HURRY UP ALREADY!

    August 21, 2008 05:33 pm at 5:33 pm |
  319. We're Still Having Fun & He's Still The One

    Still the one.....

    Obama 08

    August 21, 2008 05:34 pm at 5:34 pm |
  320. ek

    This ad does not even make sense? Why doen't McCain focus on the issues? Oh that's right , because he is a war mongering old fool!

    August 21, 2008 05:35 pm at 5:35 pm |
  321. One Chance America

    McLame is so jealous. Yes, Barack is still the right ONE for this country. I wish I could say the same for McCain, but I can't. He's the right one to start a war, and keep this country's economy in the toilet.

    Obama 08, Yes– he is the one.

    August 21, 2008 05:35 pm at 5:35 pm |
  322. Max

    McCain has an annoying habit of taking a ho-hum joke and repeating it until someone spares him a chuckle. This ad was stupid the first time, and it's even stupider now.

    August 21, 2008 05:36 pm at 5:36 pm |
  323. rkoloski

    I want to see one with McCain superimposed over Marlin Brando's character in "Apocalypse Now"...

    He's the Surge'in General...
    In his world, the war never stopped...

    Then, in response to the inevitable rage, a simple, "just kidding – gotta keep your sense of humor."

    August 21, 2008 05:36 pm at 5:36 pm |
  324. Another grumpy old white woman for Obama

    Anybody left out there who believes this crap must have been hiding under a rock for the last 4 months. If they believe it, it is because they want to (and would not have voted for Obama anyway ) OR they have as much intelligence as a soda cracker. They have to show it on TV because they are appealing to those who can't read.

    August 21, 2008 05:36 pm at 5:36 pm |
  325. Lucieann

    I guess desperation has set in with John McCain....Obama is the "One", and McCain is the "Not!"

    August 21, 2008 05:36 pm at 5:36 pm |
  326. anonmouys

    hillary not the only one that can make obama win

    August 21, 2008 05:37 pm at 5:37 pm |
  327. November 4th Is the Day Of Reckoning

    We love this country too much to let John McCain demolish it. So Barack H. Obama is my number ONE choice. Thank you for reminding me GOP.

    The One and Only Candidate for this Country at this TIME.

    August 21, 2008 05:37 pm at 5:37 pm |
  328. Gene

    Does anyone else here think McCain has the mentality of a spoiled child?

    August 21, 2008 05:37 pm at 5:37 pm |
  329. A CANUCK

    McCain is just like Hillary.........really ticked off because Barack Obama is .....honest ...educated.....bright.....moral.......decent.....forward thinking....and is also very easy on the eyes. He will be the victor....because good will prevail over evil. OBAMA 2008

    August 21, 2008 05:37 pm at 5:37 pm |
  330. Chut Pata

    I would rather have the "One" rather than the entire oil mafia, that plundered my country for 8 years, to go on for another 4 years.

    August 21, 2008 05:38 pm at 5:38 pm |
  331. Terry, Lakeland Florida

    How about you guys listen to the ad, rather then throwing out your left wing attacks. The Dems (Yes you) Are calling Obama the second coming of Christ..not the repubs. Nancy Pelosi seems to think he's the second coming. Why should McCain not point that out. Heck I bet most of you already have a small shrine built.

    August 21, 2008 05:38 pm at 5:38 pm |
  332. ex-Republican for Obama

    Is he ready to lead? Yes.

    August 21, 2008 05:38 pm at 5:38 pm |
  333. Doreen J.

    How long until the US electorate find these ads juvenile – enough is enough. Is that the best the Reps have?

    August 21, 2008 05:38 pm at 5:38 pm |
  334. Get a Grip

    Maybe McCain thought this up when he was in the "cone of silence" on the way to Rick Warren's church!!!

    August 21, 2008 05:39 pm at 5:39 pm |
  335. cindy's limp wrist

    Yes he is, and he's also the ONE that will win come november.

    McLame = no shame.

    August 21, 2008 05:40 pm at 5:40 pm |
  336. Erika M. NYC

    I never planned on voting for McCain but at least I respected the man. This is a low for him and I have now lost respect for him. I am a Christian and I think this is offensive. It has all sorts of anti-Christ overtones and I don't think it's lighthearted humor as McCain's campaign would have us believe. Attacks like these are just wrong. I would prefer to know what McCain's stance is on issues and how they differ from Obama's stance. I don't want to hear about questioning judgement because where was McCain's when this video was released? And what happened to McCain's commitment to run an election fight on the issues???

    August 21, 2008 05:41 pm at 5:41 pm |
  337. Terry, Lakeland Florida

    oh and lets talk about the K5 scandal. I'd post it there but CNN tends to close comments when they feel like it....which is normally within seconds. McCain was only included in the K5 because the left wing Dems wanted to include a non-dem. It should have been the K4 (All Dems) McCain was clear of all wrong doing and it's a well documented fact that he should never have been included in that scandal. How about you guys do some research, it only took me around 5 minutes to dig up all the facts…you should try fact finding sometimes.

    August 21, 2008 05:41 pm at 5:41 pm |
  338. Jason -NV

    Wow, I guess McCain is smart enough to realize he can't win on the issues huh?? Guess we have hit smear and fear mode?

    MCCAIN IS IN FAVOR OF A DRAFT ! ! !
    18-35 years old? See ya in Iraq, Afgan, Russia, or China guys!
    McCain has made it clear that Russia and China are on his hit list.
    For the love of country people, can we all grow up??????????????

    August 21, 2008 05:41 pm at 5:41 pm |
  339. Davd

    Perhaps the religous will see this literally, and really want "The One". Careful Mr McCain, this might just catch on!

    August 21, 2008 05:42 pm at 5:42 pm |
  340. kayla

    YES , HE IS THE ONE THAT WILL BLOW YOU OUT THE WATER, YOU OLD GOAT.

    August 21, 2008 05:42 pm at 5:42 pm |
  341. Oscar P

    Anyone else out there suspicious about Cindy McCain's sudden arm injury? I know the campaign says it was a hard hand shake but would you expect anything else?

    He has a quick temper. He's been known to cuss her out in public, try to physically attack fellow senators. Whose to say the stress of the campaign hasn't been getting to him and quick draw McCain, was fighting with his wife, she tried to walk away and he grabbed her arm hard and yanked? Just saying......

    August 21, 2008 05:42 pm at 5:42 pm |
  342. Jeremy

    Hopefully he is "The One" and all you sheep can finally get what you've been hoping for: The Rapture.

    August 21, 2008 05:42 pm at 5:42 pm |
  343. Lost (maybe) in CNN Moderation

    Way to go evangelicals. McCain's your man. I didn't know blasphemy was no longer considered a sin.

    I'm surprised they didn't throw in the POW card in since he can't go a day without reminding everyone that he's a war hero. I'd still like McCain to fully release his military records so I can judge for myself how much of a war hero he is.

    August 21, 2008 05:42 pm at 5:42 pm |
  344. R.I.F.

    Hopefully the media won't fall for this attempt to change the subject. Today is about McCain and the fact that he can't remember how many homes he owns while he

    August 21, 2008 05:42 pm at 5:42 pm |
  345. Eccles

    I'm going to cry.

    August 21, 2008 05:42 pm at 5:42 pm |
  346. Davd

    OBama needs an ad calling McCain "The Other"

    August 21, 2008 05:43 pm at 5:43 pm |
  347. Christian, Tampa FL

    Stupid. This nonsense isn't going to work anymore, and I'm still angry that the McCain campaign is openly mocking Obama's supporters. If my candidate, Obama, was making fun of McCain's supporters, I'd chastise him as well.

    August 21, 2008 05:43 pm at 5:43 pm |
  348. True

    As long as McCain isn't the one, I'll be happy.

    Looks like McCain actually has a Man Crush on Obama ;) xoxxox

    August 21, 2008 05:43 pm at 5:43 pm |
  349. Alan Boyer

    John McCain's Resume:

    *US Senate AWOL-26 years
    *Adulterer-7 years
    *POW-5 years
    *Beer Distributor-2 years

    Yep, he's just what America needs!

    August 21, 2008 05:43 pm at 5:43 pm |
  350. TERRY GILL

    This is getting so old! How about the issues, MCccain...I watched a recent interview, the question was on the tax policy. Obama was straight forward with answers. McCain skirted the issue. What does that tell you!

    August 21, 2008 05:43 pm at 5:43 pm |
  351. Cathy

    What a waste of supporters donations.

    I can't stand his approach on much of anything. McCain not only jokes about war with bomb...bomb...bomb...iran, he is now personally insulting the next President of the United States.

    There are so many reasons why I don't agree with McCain on foreign and domestic issues ESPECIALLY women issues...but now McCain is just a joke to me.

    August 21, 2008 05:43 pm at 5:43 pm |