If only the super / delegates had the brains and courage , this lady with great vision for the country , would be the nominee for the Democratic Party.
Obama is a weak candidate and with his thin resume and lack of experience is not qualified to be President.

Would someone that considers themselves switching to the other team please explain to me the policies that you support in the Republican party's platform…..I'm waiting

To think that Hillary who had record sums of money, the support of her party,'s elite, a 65/35 edge on the Black vote will somehow return to the top of the party in 2012 after the schorched earth policy in 2008 is laughable… She will receive the biggest backlash/blacklash and won't make it out of the primaries again

There is nothing that I read here that makes me believe that those posting here are true Democrats

Republicans are scared now as they should be. It's over! There will be a Dem in the White House this November.

Obama/Biden 08!

I likes that.

David, you said it again. There's a reason you've been an adviser to so many presidents.

As an Obama supporter, I've been extremely bitter for the last 3 or 4 months- over what I've perceived as desperate "down and dirty" tactics by the Hillary campaign.

IN MY EYES- SHE MORE THAN REDEEMED HERSELF TONIGHT..

Before, I honestly couldn't stand that woman, because of the division I saw her bringing to the Democratic party.
But tonight- I honestly would've loved to give her a big hug and say "THANK YOU"….
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To put action to my newfound fuzzy feelings- I will also donate 25.00 right now to help pay off her debt.
Please Join me if you feel it….
Db

Excellent speech by Hillary. No way, no how, no McBush. Vote for the issues. McCain is not fighting for the interests of the people. Do we really want 4 more years of the last 8 years?

OBAMA/BIDEN 08

Obama knew he could have had the Presidency handed to him if he chose Hillary for VP, but he couldn't get over his hurt feelings. What does that say about Obama? He doesn't get to tell others to "get over it".

Excellent speech….just makes me wonder. Are people in it for Obama, or are they in it for the cause?

You hit it way out of the ball park Hillary!! A truly inspiring speech. I was sitting on the fence thinking of doing a write in for you but now I will vote Obama!!

She was great. Much respect. It is time. Four more months.

This is the exact kind of crap that would make us democrats lose our election- talking about what the clintons did or didnt do enough of, what obama thinks of hillary and more nonsense. the more you talk about this subject the more divided we get. the fact is when hillary spoke EVERY person that was at the dnc got fired up and cheered her on whenever she said obama.

hillary had 18 Million supporters she's being an amazing team player about this and jumped on obamas campaign the day after she ended hers.

the only reason hillary gets so much attention is because the media tries to get more coverage by trying to find faults in the democratic party that really dont exist.

If you truly did your research the differences between Obama and Hillary (and btw, why do we call Hillary "Hillary" and Obama by his last name – food for thought) on the majority of the issues were miniscule and if you vote based on the issues, you will vote for Obama. To do otherwise, just shows you never really believed in your cause and were merely following hype. Hillary hit the nail on the head – This is about the issues and our country and our economy are in crisis and we need out. Our economy is "fundamentally strong," really? That is why I supported Hillary and why I support Obama now.

(McCain#1: Go back to 1950, thank you for proving once again, why we need a democrat in office)

Sorry Hill, your just a day late and a dollar short, where were you 2004? Bush needed taken out of office then, before we were all losing our jobs, houses, etc… etc… etc… If you would have ran then you would be getting ready for your second term. Your time to shine was in 2004. You missed the boat, left us all broke. And now you have been left twisting in the. Doesn't feel very good, does it?

GO OBAMA 2008!!!!!

I was hoping that Hillary would say something about the fact all McCain can talk about is war, war, war. He has said in the past "I know how to win a war!" How could he possibly be so sure. The only war he has been involved in is the only war this country lost.

Get a life.

I certainly did not see a 'smug' look on Mrs. Obama's face; I did see, however, apprehension on her face when Mrs. Clinton started to talk and consequently saw that apprehension disappear as Mrs. Clinton gave that magnificent speech.

Hillary made a good case for her policies. Not that I agree with them, but she made her case for the programs and the concepts she believes ought to be supported by the Democrat party. She didn't indicate that Barak Obama would support those policies and she didn't convincingly argue that her proponents should throw their support to Obama.

I think that women, successful women who are striving entrepreneurs and executives, will see Obama's policies…
- higher income taxes (personal and business)
- government mandated energy regulations
- mandated marketing (both sides of the cash register) of alternative fuel cars
- refusal to tap American owned fuel reserves
- lack of confidence in nuclear power
- mandated coverage of employees by employers (small business)
… and other, similar objectives, as highly detrimental to the economy in general. His lack of experience, his unrealistic theories regarding world economies and his socialist thinking will drive this country's economy into the ditch.

The comments in here indicate the authors may be experiencing a bit of "buyer's remorse" in their selection of Obama as their standard bearer. I think the party's choice was more emotional than thoughtful and the election will likely be lost because of this decision.

I am Obama supporter but always carefully listened Hillary’s speeches; this was her best so far, but better ones are on the way. She has found her real voice and charisma; as on of her supporter said, it was absolutely presidential. Today she proved that she can make the right choice and provide the leadership that one needs to claim the Whitehouse. I hope to see her there in 2016.

Well, I wished I could believe that Mrs. Clinton honestly felt and meant all she said to the effect it is not, and never was, just about her but the country.

History has shown that to be not the case however. It was, is, and will be all about power and influence. That is just the Clintons and it is what it is.

She lost. Voters didn't buy her agendas. The past months have shown, and continue to show, the "sore loser" mentality. All the speeches in the world don't change that. Her party was not first, her country was not first. She was first and wanted to be first foremost.

I am utterly astonished anybody with any common sense at all can't see through all that.

I'm clueless to why some Hilary Supporters are turning to John McCain. Do they think that if they vote for McCain, Hillary will be president? Let's get over it, move on. She lost. Ok she'll run again. I'm sad also that she didn't make it. But that's life and that's politics.

Please tell me why? Why are you voting for McCain so-called Hillary supporters?
To make a point? What are you trying to prove? Prove that Barack can't make it without your vote?

Please tell me who does your vote for McCain hurt… Obama? Obama will except his defeat and continue what he did prior to running for president. But, I want to remind you exactly who you're hurting and punishing in your process to make your point PUMA'S….

You're punishing those families that are living paycheck to paycheck to get by because their spouse was laid off from a company that moved overseas.

You're punishing those people who have used up all their savings to send their children to college to make sure that tomorrow they'll have food on the table.

You're punishing our military members who are suffering coming home from the Iraq war with injuries, broken homes from the 4th and 5th tour of duty. Leaving their child as a newborn and not being able to watch their child take that first step, say their first words. These same men and women who sacrificed their lives in a war that was based on lies.

You're punishing those same americans that have to live in homeless shelters because they can't find a job to support their families.

These are the people you are hurting.

So when your sitting at home on election day or you're going to the polls to vote for McCain, I hope you reflect on what America is right now. A war that was based on lies and could last another 100 years if McCain becomes president.

PUMA members, I hope you're one of these families that can't afford to send your child to college because you wanted to make a point. Make your point and do what you need to do to get McCain in the White House. But just remember, you didn't punish just Obama, you punish us TRUE Americans that believe in CHANGE.

Senator Clinton is an AMAZING American. I am so proud to be a woman. Until this election I didn't really think there would be a female President in my Life tme. I am 39. I know now without a shadow of a doubt there will be. THANK YOU SENATOR CLINTON, from my 7year old daughter and myself. Thank you for being more than any other MALE nominee that came before you, I supported you until you ended your campain, but first and formost I am a democrat. I hope everyone sees that you are as well. I hope everyone knows that a vote for McCain or if they decide to stay home is a vote for more of the last 8years. Thank for putting America first. You truly showed tonight that we are ONE, We are UNITED, We are about the ISSUES, We are DEMOCRATS. A VOTE FOR OBAMA IS A VOTE FOR A BETTER AMERICA. NO WAY, NO HOW, NO McCAIN.

People in this blog are babies. What do you want her to do???
She has done what she can to unite the party. I am sure all these iodiots are McCain fellowers.

David,

I think Hillary Clinton delivered a fine speech and I have no doubt she meant what she said. It is true, however, that there was a lot un-said which must be factored in, as well. She did snot speak much of Obama, the man who would be president, other that to say, "for the good of the Party, he has my vote". She did not say *why* she feels he is worthy over John McCain. It was all about the Party, not the person… I'm not sure that was enough to convince some of the fence sitters.

Mc Cain 2008

Hillary 2012

I did vote for just Hillary. I voted for the better qualified candidate with a list of accomplishments not a candidate that no one can name his accomplishments.

PUMA.

The democratic party's super delegates have said that they can not ignore the popular vote when obama had it and therefore, said that they can not vote against the popular vote and then when Hillary got the popular vote they just ignored it and said it's not about the popular vote it is about the delegate count…… well you know what democratic super delegates I will ignore you and my family and I will vote for McCain that’s 6 votes!

CLINTON 2012!!!!!

Thank you so much Hillary! You were incredible tonight! I am an Obama supporter and always was, but now I have doubts about it-I am looking forward to the day when you are sworn in-if not 2012, I'm looking forward to 2016! YOU WERE PERFECT!!!!

one more thing. Obama will announce soon that Hillary will have a VERY HIGH place on the administration. Most likely Sec. Of State, or maybe even a supreme court nomination. But if McCain wins, you think he's appointing Hillary to ANYTHING? No. Please don't be puppets to this smear campaign. McCain is playing you like a fiddle. Take a stand with Hillary and say NO MCCAIN. Do you think he will give you anything if he wins? No. He will throw you in the trash and laugh at the fact he pulled an election out of nowhere. He will brag about how he fooled Hillary's supporters. He'll sit in that office and bask in his accomplishment, not giving any credit to you. You won't be remembered ever again by him, or anyone. (except Obama supporters…see above post.) We in the Obama camp. will fight for you, even if you refuse to fight for us.

There are 3 outcomes. Listen closely.

1. Hillary supporters can vote for Barack Obama, and in return we will eventually vote for hillary Clinton.
2. Hillary supporters can vote McCain, and they will lose their election in 2012 by a landslide. (ALL obama supporters will vote republican for what you selfish people did.) They will fail to see that a McCain win completely takes away the historic significance of what she has done. It's historic if her party wins. It's just a "memo" if Republicans win. It diminishes what her effect was.
3. Hillary supporters can stay at home, and will live with the conscious of not participating in the greatest change election we have ever seen. Not to mention not voting for the party that elected the first black president, and the first major woman as presidential candidate.

I am as ardent Obama supporter you will find. And part of the job to unify the party is on our shoulders. Instead of ridiculing Hillary's supporters, we should welcome them. We are ONE party. NO McCain. We need them.

The speach was great, but….she should have been the candidate running against McCain. Clinton showed her suave, kick-me-when-I'm-down-but-I'll-get-up-again, tough political resolve. She spoke with a stiff upper lip, but still made her political points just as she did during her campaign. In my opinion, the Republicans pulled off the biggest political misdirection since George Bush stole the election from Al Gore in 2000, and since Bush-Cheney-Rumsfeld began the Iraq War by manipulating the country's grief from the September 11,2001 tragedy. We've been duped again. It's pretty obvious to me that the biggest political opponent to the Republican party was Hillary Clinton. So what did the Republican's do? The oldest trick in the book. They secretly backed the horse with the least experience and the least chance of beating their party candidate. Barack received support, alright! It was from the Republican party who secretly made sure that this man raised more money, and bombarded more emails and internet video ads than any other Democratic candidate. All of this to one end: get rid of the best chance the Democrats have to win the Presidency…Hillary Clinton. Clinton's speach showcased her political saavy and skill more than any other time in her campaign, and convinces me more than ever that there was something amiss about Obama's campaign. And the stench of Carl Rove and dirty Republican tactics are still at work to manipulate Democrats yet again to win in November. The sad part is that it seems to be working. And as a life-long Democrat, I'm afraid of a future with either candidate. But as a life-long Democrat, I have to support my party and back the lesser of two evils. I'm not happy about it, but I feel as if I have no choice. The problem is that even if Obama manages to win the Presidency, but fails miserably on executing his policies, it will set the stage for a Republican victory after a failed Democratic administration. What a nightmare. I feel helpless to stop any of it, and I already mourn the stolen elections from both Al Gore and Hillary Clinton. Obama better be worth my vote because he certainly hasn't earned it yet.

Could someone please explain to me what "change you can believe in" really means?? I am an undecided voter. I have always voted Republican, but I'm sure I'm not the only voter that always agree's with 100% with your own parties issues. I'm kinda split I guess..a couple issues on each side I feel very strongly about this time around. The only reason I feel I have to lean towards McCain is because I know exactly his stances on these couple issues that are important to me. In return, I have no idea what the definition of "change" means to Obama. I can't vote in his direction if I don't have a clue about any of his issues. Can anyone on here put simply but specifically his plans on any of the major issues?? If you can, I would appreciate it!!

There no doubt will be cynics who actually believe Clinton believed what she was saying. Rather, it is a ploy to retire her debt and to keep some standing in the party. I feel tremendously sorry for these people who for either person gain or by direction decided to follow the mainstream in thinking Clinton has any concern for anyone but herself.

Mentioning support for Obama some 10 times she failed to say that Obama was ready to be president. She said Mrs. Obama would make a great first lady and Biden ready to be vice president.

She said plenty about how proud she was being a woman, women rights, and her health care with emotion; however, each time she said she supported Obama there was no emotion.

I feel hurt that I actively supported her and her lies in Florida only to observe how her bitterness and hate for the will of the people finally came out. It now will be interesting to see if her name goes into nomination. Actions speak louder than words and that should signal even the most determined cynic that he intentions are anything but unifying.

It is almost worth the effort to see her nominated so that the republican women and me would come out in droves to defeat her in quite possibly a landslide.

I've read about 50 posts on this blog this morning, and what I'm reading is this: Democrats don't really believe in democracy. Most of the Clinton supporters are ripping Obama–as if he was some bad guy who co-opted the nomination process. She lost, fair and sqaure, and it's over. Obama ran a better, smarter campaign and the majority of votes cast in all of the Democratic primaries were cast for Obama. Don't the facts mean anything to you folks? Hillary lost, Obama won, and he did according to party rules.

Now, since Obama has chosen Illinois as his adopted home state, and he launched his campaign and vp announcement from the steps of the Illinois Capitol, it would be wise to qoute President Abraham Lincoln, of Illinois: "You can fool some of the people all of the time, and all of the people some of the time, but you can not fool all of the people all of the time." Mr. Lincoln was speaking about folks like Bill Clinton, Hillary Clinton, and Barrack Obama.

John McCain will win in November.

You Hillary supporters who are voting for Mccain make me sick to my stomach. I hope your kids are all drafted and you all lose your jobs and go hungry. You are nothing but terrible people.

Hillary gave a great speech and instead of listening to this person you supposedly support you are going to do exactly the opposite of what she would like and support Mccain? I hope you people rot in … for your ignorance and stupidity.

I would guess that many people walking out of that convention hall were thinking that the wrong person has been nominated.

Mr. Gergen, you are spot on with your comment. You were also
correct when you said that Hillary should have been seriously
considered for the VP slot. I am one of those disaffected Hillary
supporters. Not only was Hillary genuine tonight, she was
tremendously gracious and generous, more generous than
Obama deserved. I will not vote for McCain; for that, Obama
can thank Hillary. If I do vote for Obama, it will primarily be due
to Hillary's leadership.

Kathryn B.
Snellville, GA

Why did my post get overlooked? Just because I maintain my position not to support Senator Obama?

NOTE TO BILL CLINTON.

WE HAVE HONORED YOU WITH THE GREATEST

HONOR A NATION CAN BESTOW ON A ANY PERSON &

WE HAVE DONE IT TWICE. WE NEED TO KNOW IN A

VERY DECISIVE WAY THAT WE WERE NOT MISTAKEN.

YOU NEED TO MAN UP, & DO YOUR BEST & I MEAN,YOUR

BEST FOR THIS NATION. IT'S SOMETHING YOU HAVEN'T

DONE WAY TOO MANY TIMES. BUT AS LONG AS WE ARE

ALIVE THERE IS TIME TO REPENT, TO LEARN & TO

PROVE WORTHY OF THE LOVE, RESPECT & HONOR

OTHERS GIVE US AND TO RECIPROCATE.

Mr. G., your comments are "right on" . Sen. Clinton 's words and spirit were in high gear and extremely persuasive. It was her best performance in many a day. Now let us hear from her smiling fan # 1, W.J.C !

MK:

It is very obvious that it bothers you that Barack and Michelle Obama are intelligent, accomplished, and articulate indivisuals. You can't fault them on the issues, so you attack their character. You are truly caught up in hatred and anger.

Michelle doesn't have to learn anything from Hillary or anyone else. Her parents taught her well; that's why she's one step from becoming the 1st Lady of this great country! Hillary, in her great speech tonight, said it best. Did you do it for her? Or for the American people who need healthcare, a better economy, and withdrawal out of a senseless war? You may be proud of Hillary, but you obviously did not hear a word she said tonight.

Also, you mentioned that Hillary's speech made Obama look like a fool in politics. Everyone knows that one of Obama's greatest strong points is his speeches (2004 anyone? hello!!). There is NO ONE on the face of this earth that can deliver a speech like Obama! So, get rid of the hate and come out of denial. Obama is the best man for this job!!!!

Obam/Biden '08

To all those that don't want to join the cause, that's fine and it's your right so move out the way. It's obvious Hillary wants to be on aboard. Great speech, Hill. You did great and very proud, this Obama supporter will be donating $25 to help retire your debt since you put your all into it. It's a shame you can't count on some if not all your ardent supporters who yelling out for that bafoon McBush. Unite we will and will get the show on the road. I just want to say, when Barack is elected and when he, with the help of Joe, Hillary and the rest of the democrats get things done, don't be switching around talking about you were for it all along.

Obama/Biden

After Hillary's speech, I am even more perplexed how Obama became the Democratic nominee. However, the media continues to shove Obama and Michelle down our throats.

What a terrible loss to our nation not to have her as our next President.

I'm an Obama supporter, but in appreciation for Hillary's outstanding speech tonight, I just went to her website and made a donation to help her pay off her debt. It's astonishing to me that her so-called "supporters" haven't done this yet. She's about $22 million in debt. Each of the 18 million people who voted for her would only have to contribute a little over one dollar in order to pay off her debt. Four million supporters could do it with a donation of $5 each. It makes one wonder about their true level of support.

Too bad he didn't take her as the running mate. He still won't get my vote. I believe all the statements regarding Obama that Hillary made while running for office herself. More of the same would be better than taking a chance on the inexperienced Obama!

Her speech was inspiring and gracious. I'm not sure any other candidate in history has been as supportive as HRC. How fun it is to watch the Obama loving media praise her so lavishly tonight after months of negativity. I'm sorry Senator Clinton. You are a much bigger person than I. Count me among the many who plan to stay home in November. Sadly, it is not so much about Obama but his campaign and supporters. I may not be cling to guns and bibles but I am one bitter non voter this time around

I think that Hillary wanted to list a bunch of Barack's good points, but he actually does not have any so it was difficult to do. She did the best that could be done with what she had to work with.

For all of those saying Obama does not have enough experience to be president:
1. Nobody has the experience to be president. It is an amazingly difficult job.
2. George Bush has been president for the last 7 years and he is still awful at it.

And the Dems are settling for a lesser candidate…..way to go youngins'……! Senator Obama will lose and Clinton will win in 2012. Senator Obama does not have what it takes. Clinton came away today the true winner! All the Dems are watching the #'s go down for Obama – now knowing, that had Clinton been the nominee – the numbers would have been going up – up – up!

The biggest difference between Clinton and Obama is that with Clinton – she is all party and all America…….with Obama it is all about him! Good luck Dems – you lose!

To the HILLARY IN 2012 folks…you ought to be ashamed of yourselves. I think Hillary would tell you the same thing. Maybe you'll come around in four years from now when Obama is running for re-election!

Hillary should be the nominee…most of us know this but will be called racists if we disagree with the chosen one….Does Michelle Obama know how to smile …while Hillary was talking ,Michelle looked like she was clenching her mouth shut… I enjoyed Michelle last night…but Hillary was the best so far during this convention . I cannot wait for President Bill Clinton tomorrow….The Clinton's have done so much for America…I can only hope that Hillary stays strong…I will never vote for McCain or Obama!!!!!

Hillary wants desperately for McCain to win so she can run again in 2012. Anyone who doesn't see that is in denial.

For those of you who still say you won't vote for barack because you think he is too "inexperienced" and thats why you're voting for McCain then you were never a democrat to begin with. If you don't believe in the dems canidate then DON'T VOTE. For the life of me I can't understand why you would vote for opposite of everything you believed your whole life. Does he scare you that much?? Is he that different from you that you can't stand the thought??

I just need someone to explain it to me – because Hillary is right – were you in it for her?? or for my fiance thats fighting for your livelihoods in an unjust war? If you worried that you missed a historic moment , you still have another historic moment waiting for you – that may forever transcend the outlook of this country, even more so than hillary clinton. Have you seen this much hope in young minds, ever??? Have you? I have never seen so many young people engaged in THEIR future, yes I said THEIR. Because the thing that some don't understand in particular republicans and McCain and angry democrats is that it's not about you, it's about that 18 year old trying to go to college. It's about that 22 year old on his 2nd tour in iraq. It's about the Obama kids, your kids, the next generation. Let me tell you the next generation and young people today are a lot more united than the old politics that the older generation tries to run, Barack gets that, and we get him!!!

Vote or Die!

This speech tonight should make Democrats slap themselves. This speech tonight proves that Hillary Clinton should have been the nominee for President. Her intelligence, know-how, and specific giving ideas proves she was the better candidate and no matter what she says, I just can't in good sense vote for Senator Obama. Not a republican in disguise, and Black independent for Hillary or McCain.

Hillary 2012

She gave a phenomenal speech and I'm thrilled she is supporting our next President, Obama. Proud you are in the Democratic family, Hillary and glad you're on board so we can fix this mess Bush left us.

Most of the people, dem or reps, who are against the Clintons in the first place don't even know exactly why they're against them except from what they read/hear from the media. I think it is a HUGE mistake that she was not elected. She showed tonight how to be a team player while still holding to her beliefs about Obama. Besides, anyone elected, even another moron, will look like a presidential genius after Bush. Now's not the time to experiment with candidates…I'd vote experience over wishful thinking anyday. I'd vote for McCain.

Great, Hillary!
You should have been the nominee!
No way for me and my friends (long time democrats) vote for Obama

I think Hillary is preparing for her run in 2012. Was not sold on her speech. It was just enough said to get her where she needs to be now.

WELL ALL THE PUMA FAMILY PLEASE GET BEHIND SEN. OBAMA ..I JUST STOP WORKING FOR THE JOHN McCAIN CAM P BECAUSE HE DOES NOT STAND FOR WHAT I BELIEVE IN.. GO OBAMA 08

Senator, I think you did more than one should do with all these just do nothing talkers and heaters attacking you. Even with no respect from Obama camp; that is true because they picked VP with 9K vote comparing to 18M. There is no affirmative action to have someone in the White House. I am still mad that you are not the nominee. Really, why and what made Obama a better candidate at all? Is it just because the Kennedy said or is it just because he is black. You cannot make one out of Harvard a CEO without being tested in real life. The N result will be like World Comm, Enron, and others. I am Democrat and we picked the wrong candidate.

Great speech Hillary. I sure hope you meant what you said!
Obama/Biden and a place for Hillary

As a former HRC supporter, this is how I see it.

On the playing field (pretend the field is America), and because of the issues we all care about, we're on Team Democrat. Now we had 2 really good players on our team that wanted to be captain this year and they both had really good tryouts. But only one of them can be captain of Team Democrat. However, he got to that position, Obama was selected to be the captain of our team and it looks like the Captain sweater isn't going away. Now just because I didn't get the captain i wanted, doesn't mean I'm going to stop playing for Team Democrat, it would be stupid since the goal on our side is to make our field and the players better. Both the people who were fighting to be captain are still my teammates and I have to win – my team has to win. I've looked around and noticed lately that a lot of players are having a rough time affording the equipment you need to play, many of them are being benched, and the injured ones are suffering from lack of proper medical care, not to mention the playing field has been getting some patchy dry spots and looks like it could use an upgrade. The other team, team Republican, doesn't seem to care about any of this, they like the way things are, and most of them, including their captain, are starting to talk a lot of smack. Also, if my team doesn't win, that means that the other team can pick more of the referees (Supreme court justices) and that's only going to hold my team back even more. How can anyone who ever thought themselves a member of Team Democrat switch sides or not support the team, especially when it means waiting 4 more years for another game and who knows what shape the playing field and players are going to be in? Suck it up and take this one for the team, maybe you'll get your way the next time round. But this game is too important for you (or future players) to not support the team and the field. Because its not about one person who didn't get the position we thought she should have, its about all of us and what we are playing for.

11/04/08 – Vote the issues!

Can you believe some of these (probably fake) Hillary supporters on these blogs STILL whining?

Obama "manipulted the Fl and Mich votes"? What???

Sure…even though Hillary has always said her platform is 95% the same as Obama's, go vote for McCain…that makes perfect sense. lol

I smell "Secratery of State." VP is just a sit around job. I think Obama will give her that postion because she loves to be out there in the world making things happen; not just sitting around Washington DC being a Vice. I think there are great things ahead for this wonderful woman.

By the way, I quite PUMA. What a sad joke and I regret ever identifying with such a farce.

"PUMAs Unite – Vote McCAIN in 2008 – So we can vote HILLARY in 2012 !!!!!"

wow, there are some really uneducated people in this country.

you really want another 4 years of this disaster?

do you really think this country can wait another four years??

time is of the essence!

this empire is crumbling and your pride and selfishness needs to take a break!

UNITE!

After Hillarys speech it is so silly to still see puma on here your still so thick headed that you don't get it go vote for McWarmonger and have 4 more years old McBush the war making machine.

Ask yourself are you better off today than you were 8 years ago?

Anna, as a woman also, I would like to share a little bit of sisterly love to you. Hillary is not on the ticket mainly because she is still in the race. She did not end her campaign, she suspended it. Obama needed a running mate to run with him, not against him.

It saddens me to see how blind this election has left so many people. Obama won the nomination and that is final. All the should have been and if it had been is converting into ignorance. People are forgetting that Hillary would have been out of the race a long time ago had it not been for Rush Limbaugh and the gang.

If McCain gets in the whitehouse, many will wish they had never seen or heard of Hillary Clinton. She will still be spending her millions.

Obama/Biden 08

Hilary gave a great!! speech tonight Obama should be grateful to her,
I keep hearing those pundits saying what she has to do to get her supporters to vote for Obama, but I think it is Obama!s job to reach out to us and he have not done so yet. I can remember Michelle Obama saying in an interview when she was asked would she vote for Mrs Clinton if her husband did not win, and her answer was and I quote! I WOULD HAVE TO THINK ABOUT IT! end quote..so why do they expect me just to get on board for Obama, I have always voted for a democrat but I don't think Obama is ready yet to be the leader of the free world! we lowered the bar with Bush lets be smart this time, people should stop voting for the popular guy and vote for the person who will get the job done. I am a 55 yr old Black woman but I think at this time Hilary has the experience to be the best president, I think Obama need some more time to get his feet wet.

Daivd, You are not being authentic by your comments. For you to say that cynics will question her motives, it is our job to question them. We are the voters, to think that your comments will sway our vote, makes me laugh!!! Hillary is a leader, she has proved that this evening,. Hillary has the resume to lead this country, Mr. Obama has words, just words, so many words that when asked a direct question at Saddleback Church, he punted!!! Where are the answers to his two favorite words, "(Hope & Change)" I HOPE, I have the CHANGE to afford the BEEF, that he will not explain about his vision for this country! I know Hillary's, I will just have to wait four more years!!!

The many words between Hillary's lines proved tonight that she is not a happy camper, but a lukewarm supporter that could not offer up enough sincerity for anything but her own 'reasons for running for president', lest we forget her real intentions for speaking. If she were sincere, she would have repeatedly, not just matter-of-factly, stated that every vote counts. I would have liked to hear her really knock it home by stating that the old strategy of 'divide and conquer' would not be the winning story for the Republicans this election. As an Obama supporter, I was most offended by Hillary's impersonal reference to 'A Democrat in the White House', 'A' meaning anyone? Oh well! What can you expect. The Clintons need to get off of the bitter bandwagon and jump on the freedom train if they really believe in the shared vision for America both Obama & Clinton agree on.

Gergen,
Obama has lost it. It's ok. You can now support McCain who you supported on the GOP side during the primaries. This will be a good lesson for you people in the dinosaur media.

Robert, you said:

I am an Obama supporter who is excited to make a contribution to Hillary tonight for retiring her debt, and would support her in 2016 happily. She knocked it out of the park, and convinced my PUMA family members (3) that she really does want him to win. Thank you for working to unite the party and help us defeat McCain, who is more of the same.

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One House, One Spouse
Obama/Biden 2008
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THANK YOU!!! I COULDN'T HAVE SAID IT BETTER!! I hope the PUMAs don't ruin this country with their spiteful vote for a candidate they don't agree with (McCain).

We Love you Hillary!

why must my comment be in moderation for so long??? it is almost an hour ago – come on hire some moderators cnn!!! My comment from last nignt was still in moderation this morning!! Huff post and politico are much better at getting posted!! hope this one doesn't get lost in moderation!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

MCCAIN WANTS TO OVERTURN ROE V. WADE…PUMAS DO YOU REALLY WANT THIS?

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As an Obama supporter, I thought it was wonderful. I am a supporter of the democratic party no matter. I am amazed that Republicans talk about rhetoric when I all hear from them are the talking points that are released from the McCaian campaign. As an organizer for Obama I have signed up for updates form the McCain Campaign, and not to my surprise… it's all lies and rhetoric! Can you believe it? It's the same thing you hear on the news from all Republican strategists. Are you as shocked as I am? Let me tell you this, The army of Obama campaigners are out in force. And there is no McCain personnel in sight!

Although Hillary would prefer to be the candidate, she knows what she wants. And that is to spend the next 4 years rebuilding the USA. She wants her supporters to help her get there and the way to do that is to elect Obama. And that's how politics works. Fair enough! I think they'll do it and I think that the team that Hillary, Obama, Biden and the rest build will be the best government the USA has seen in decades – or since the other Clinton! Go dems – America needs all of you.

NO WAY, NO HOW, NO MCCAIN*

PUMA is dead.

Unfortunately, Operation Chaos lives on.

Tonites speach by Hillary was a hit way out of the park. The best speach of the convention by far. I think Hillary just gave Obama the keys to the White House.

It's amazing the double-think that some people are capable of. Here Hillary just gave the speech of her life begging her supporters to elect Obama, and the PUMAS are still ranting about NOBAMA and Hillary '12.

If you really respect Mrs. Clinton, people, you will do what she asks and vote for Obama. McCain believes in no women's rights, no universal healthcare, no aid for veterans, and MORE WAR. Oh, yeah, and more tax cuts for the RICH. WHAT ARE YOU PEOPLE THINKING??>

Where do people get off calling Michelle Obama an angry pitbull? She is a beautiful, sweet, gracefull woman and would make a wonderful first lady. Barrack is stately, thoughtful and respectable. Those of you bigots who can't get past the color of their skin, just say so instead of inventing reality. All of you bitter Clinton supporters who say they will vote for McCain should be ashamed of yourselves too. You are all sore sports whose preference did not win, so you take it out on the one who did. Grow up and realize why you are acting this way and stop criticizing a breath of fresh air and supporting the continuation of the downfall of America. Bush/McCain are not good for America. Even a bigot or a sore sport must see that. We are headed for disaster if we continue on this path for four more years.

Hillary is about Hillary. She was required to support the Democratic nominee, but all the rousing histrionics was about HER historic brilliance, with Obama tacked on at the end of each Hillary "greatness." Can you see now why Obama didn't want Hillary in the White House with him? Who would? She wouldn't be subordinate to him, she would usurp him. You'd have THREE presidents, and the other two, Bill and Hillary, would outnumber him, two-to one. Obama was smart to choose to win without her. By the way, the reports that Bill will not attend Obama's speech show you the reality of the Clintons. What is it about "they lost" that they don't understand.

Hillary's speech was typical of what I would expect from her.It was incredible! She covered every subject,everyone and every issue.The intro brought tears to my eyes. Her speech shows she has the experience needed to be Pres.I was watching Suzanne Malveaux interview that Clinton delegate.I completely feel the same way.She is not alone! I have decided that I have to stick with my principles and will write in Hillary on my absontee ballot in Nov.I can't vote for someone who I do not identify with at all.Sorry Oprah,Obama is not one of my favorite things! Experience matters.Especially in the White House.Hillary didn't get to participate in certain discussions,but I'm sure Pres Clinton would talk to her and share what was happening.She has traveled the nation and the globe.The Obama's don't understand how the world works.They seem to lack the concept of foreign affairs.Hillary is it.Her speech was not only about her but about all of us.I know Hillary,the good and the bad.I know what to expect with her.Her speech was a reminder of the fact that a moderate Dem does exist,Hillary.I can't identify with Obama who wants to meet with dictators and Iranian terrorists who are head of state.

And what the heck would have been wrong with her name being on the roll call and a good, old-fashioned duking-it-out on the convention floor like we used to have, back in the good old days when politics was politics and not some orchestrated, politically correct show?

You saw the person that should have been accepting the nomination..gracious as ever, poised, smart – with limitless information at the tip of her tongue, tough. Tough enough to handle McCain, ready for the fight. Hillary did MORE than she was SUPPOSED to do. Now it's up to Obama to bring her supporters on board…He already made it more difficult by dissing her for VP…but the reality is HE needs her and her supporters NOW.

I watched her and thought again..Obama is just not ready. he needed time to toughen, to season, to build more than hopes..to build a bridge to reality. As Carville said, Hillary set the table, now people will decide if the like the what's being served. Obama has a tough game to match…he can talk lofty ideals, and hope hope hope. Bu the needs to spread th elove, come down to earth, and reach out..
If he loses..he only has himself to blame.

Thanks for being honest, Mr. Gergen, rather than trying to spin the event to support your candidate as Castellanos did. Hillary got it right, even though you don't know it: The future of America, the future of democracy as we know it, of freedom in America, of our beloved Constitution, hangs in the balance. The continuation of the failed policies of the Bush years that a McCain presidency would represent would be the death blow. Four more years and we'd be no better than China.

All of the Hillary supporters who are going to vote for McCain should go and join the US Army since you're willing to put a pro-war candidate in office. It is only fair that you put some skin in the game and learn to fire an M-16 and dodge mortars. My wife is a USAF officer and has served 3 tours. I am voting for Obama because his platform reflects what I care about, which is ending this war. If Hillary was nominated I would vote for her because her platform reflects what I care about. I am not going to cast a protest vote and put McCain into power and watch him continue to sacrifice the lives of our military just because my feelings are hurt.

As a NY resident who has voted for Hillary into senate, I can guarantee you that had she won the nomination, John McCain and the Republicans would have tried to smear her into the ground. They would bring up scandals from the nineties and try to discredit her. They would do whatever possible to chew her up and spit her out. I had to deal with a lot of these Republicans who hated her, and I mean HATE her b/c she is smart and outspoken. Voting for John McCain only shows that you support the people who have tried to destroy the Clintons. Additionally, McCain has a bad record on women's issues. Be smart, be informed, and remember that this is election is greater than our petiness during the primaries. I am a Hillary Supporter and I WILL VOTE OBAMA!!!

CNN post this!!

The democrats, especially the clinton supporters who are undecided about obama's capacities as a presidential timber, should remember the saying: "your loyalty to your party ends where your loyalty to your country begins!" if the clinton supporters, up to now, have not seen any reason for voting for obama because of his lack of experience and they are leaning towards McCain because of his experience and stature and beliefs…then, i think, they should not let the party stand influence their decision on who to vote for; after all, the party was not fair to the clintons and their supportes anyway during the primaries!
so, to the clinton supporters, let your conscience decide..if you're leaning for McCain, then vote for McCain! after all, it's your country that you are safeguarding, not your party's interests!

Tonight clearly showed that Hillary lost not because of her ability however because of two reasons:
1. Mark Penn
2. Bill Clinton

You so called PUMAs just don't get it. You don't.

You will be a little baby because you didn't get your way, and as a result, you will hand the election over to John McCain. You will ensure 4 more years of Bush, and for what? Revenge? You're going to be MIGHTY quiet at the dinner table during the holidays when everyone is moaning and complaining about how McCain hasn't changed a single thing, and we'll have YOU to thank. Hillary has guided you on who to vote for, and still, you'll vote McCain. You're all idiots.

The Hillary supporter that was interviewed after Hillary's speech says it all. She answered the question with regard to where the Hillary supporters stand, the problem is it isn't what the "Best Political Team" wanted to hear. SHE ANSWERED THE QUESTION.

Here is a BLACK WOMAN that stated that she would be voting for Hillary as she was there as a Hillary Delegate. She also stated that while she wouldn't be voting for John McCain, she made it clear that Obama had 2 months to prove himself to her or and that he deserves her vote or for the first time in her life, she might do something that since the ge of 18 she has never done and that is not vote at all.

She represents both ends of the Democratic spectrum. She's an African-American Woman and she isn't going to vote for Obama just because his skin color is black and that he was the Democratic Nominee.

To all Hillary supporters. She gave a great speech. She was believable and gracious in her support for Obama and she's right about the Dems needing to unify against McCain. She's a formidable woman with the qualities to be a great leader and millions supported her. But, as great as she is, she's not the nominee and this is not her time. I hope those Hillary supporters who are thinking about voting for McCain or sitting this one out out of spite remember that millions supported Obama too. In the beginning, this contest was hers to lose, and she did. He didn't do anything personally to Hillary, he just won. And as far as experience, NONE of these candidates have any being President or even the leader of a large organization. Being a part of a governing body is not the same as being a single head or leader like a CEO or a Governor of a state. For Obama and the Dems to win, he is going to NEED your Hillary votes and a unified Dem party. Now, we know that Hillary wants to be President and if things go right, she'll probably get a VERY good chance in a few years, but just remember, Obama has millions supporting him, too. And when its Hillary's turn at bat, she's going to NEED those who support Obama, to help her make history. GO Obama!, GO Hillary!, GO Democrats 08!!!

You Obama supporters just can not let go of your nastiness. It was an excellent speech and she did ask her supporters to vote for Obama. If they don't it's not her fault. A lot of people just plain don't care for him. When the camera panned to Michelle Obama she had that mean, disgusted look on her face. Jaw jutting out and no smile or anything. I did notice last night that she needs to get rid of some of the excess on her behind.

She is fantastic and she was my choice for President, but I think she would make an excellent Supreme Court justice., or Obama has so many places he could use her effectively.

This is Hillary's "best?"

Me, me, me, me, me, me…and if you like that, I guess vote for Obama?

Let's be honest – it's in Hillary's interests to have Obama lose and she is already working on her 2012 campaign.

Now if Hillary supporters after her great speech is still pouting over Hillary's loss and will vote for McCain, then they were supporting Clinton for the wrong reasons to begin with. I did love how Clinton presented those questions to her supporters and anybody else who were sitting on the sidelines. Were you in it for her or for the issues? Now that was the 64K question. Ok Hillary supporters, which one was it? I am enjoying this season for sure. Proud to be a Democrat in 2008. I wouldn't have it no other way. And Hill supporters, it would be a slap in Hillary's face and a sinful shame if you would dare cast a vote for McCain in which you have nothing in common than for the Democratic ticket in which you have much in common.

To all the PUMA members out there. You are not Democrats. If you were, you would be supporting Obama after Hillary gave her speech. She's supporting him, why not you? If you were a real democrat , then you should vote democrat. Not for McSane. I should I live in Arizona and he has not done nothing for us.

OBAMA/BIDEN 08

As an Obama Supporter I commend Hillary–great job! Just made a donation to her campaign.

Let's get out there and win

Obama/Biden 08
Hillary as secretary of defense

Obama is just using Hillary

Hillary will always be my president!

McCain 08

Hillary 2012

I like the speech however from the introduction of her looks to me like she was the nominee. It is hard for me to believe what she says. Knowing she was not going to win the nomination she kept going on for no reason and gave the republican armination due to her campaign speech. She is doing all she could however, one, trying to fight for her own political career and two, come out and say she endorse Obama. The damage is already done. Let us see what happen as time goes on. As for Hillary supporters Hillary the commentator in CNN said it best. When she said Hillary tell her supporters I'm not your therapist let us unit. That was well said by her.

As ALWAYS, Hillary was AWESOME!!!!!
What a waste not to have her as the Pres. candidate or even the V.P. candidate….but as she requested and reminded us tonight…..
I'll support Obama too, now.

So, so proud of my party tonight!! The message could not have been any clearer…if you support what Hillary stands for then you must support the party candidate….Barack Obama. If you do anything else you were never a true Hillary supporter or Democrat…period!!!

She should have been the democrat nominee and not that big loser Obama! DNC really blew it this time.

There are still many incredibly ignorant Hillary supporters claiming that Obama has no substance, no experience. Obama was a community organizer for three years, and helped force city renovations to dangerous buildings, and build after-school programs for at-risk youth. He was chosen to lead the Harvard Law Review, and successfully integrated many viewpoints while publishing strong editions of the review. He single-handedly drove through the most meaningful campaign ethics reform in Illinois of the past 25 years. He built trust with the police to gain their support on police reforms that protect all of our rights. He's an expert on Constitutional Law. In his 2 short years in the Senate, he has sponsored and enacted major legislation at roughly the same rate as Clinton and McCain (and the first years are the hardest.) Republican foreign policy (otherwise known as flailing at ancient ghosts) is more and more following the direction Obama laid out over the past couple of years. Obama is more than qualified, and only willful ignorance or malice could suggest otherwise. Obama not only has detailed policy proposals, if you make less than $118K per year you'll save $900 per year under those same proposals, vs $200 under McCain's proposals, regardless of right-wing fear-based advertising. McCain doesn't even have a Health Care policy… he's willing to just watch our 12% uninsured figure (1999) grow to 16% (2007) and just keep on rolling. McCain doesn't even know what he's for – he contradicts his own policy positions all the time while on the campaign trail. I don't mind an informed vote for McCain. There simply aren't many. It's the uninformed voters that keep him in the race. This election is about throwing off the shackles of fear and doubt, and grasping at opportunity. That's how the American Dream has always been won. Obama Biden 2008.

Ok, I will VOTE Barack Obama as my president come November because Hillary asked me to do it.

Hillary certainly did her supporters proud. Now it is up to Barack to convince us that he can and will do what her (no longer necessarily mine) party says it stands for. Hillary was very poorly treated by the DNC. I did not interpret their actions as democracy in action and there is a tremendous flaw in the system when party members feel this way. I still feel Obama was forced on us and now the pressure , and I mean REAL pressure, is on him to convince us that he deserves our support.

Hillary is going to be remember for this night, she sure be the Vp and not Biden, Obama is thinking right now that he made a huge mistake about that, but lets get united and vote for Obama, so that way if he doesn't win , he has not blame anybody but himself for don't pick Hillary Clinton as his VP ,
Go Obama and Hillary God Bless you you are brilliant

What I dont understand is. Why are Hillary supporters already dissing Obama? He hasnt even made his speech. dang, this is what irks most of us. You are so quick to criticize while also claiming to be part of a process. Please, give us all a break. We all know you wanted Hillary. Well, a lot of us wanted Obama too. you have to understand our resolve as well. @-]–

After reading the response from David Gergen on Hillary's DNC speech and the comments from across the USA and Canada, I can truthfully state that WE STILL have a uneducated electorate out there For "a Clinton supporter" to even convey that voting for John McCain will be the best action for them to take is absolutely silly silly silly. Why? Because the Right-wing armpit, of the Republican Party has RAN our country in the GROUND. Reality check, John McCain is there in the armpit with Bush. Do just a little bit of research–McCain has flipped.

He is being handled by lobbyists and operatives of gutted companies(ENRON-Phil Graham) and then McCain has the gall to say that he is traveling on the "Straight Talk" Express. Isn't it interesting that the media who gingerly had a lovefest with Mccain for so so long has been shut out, Because some of his new handlers see McCain as someone that really CANNOT "Straight TALK"….his talk is somewhat CROOKED.
By the way, if our nation is doing so GREAT , why is the US borrowing money from China(Communist Nation) to pay for the Iraq War? I owe I owe so off to a war I go…
Come On, people. Get a CLUE. REALITY CHECK.—101
Deficit? Good Surplus? Bad YOU BE the JUDGE.

Natural Born Citizen

If she would have given that speech earlier in the year, she'd be the Democrat nominee. It's time to put away our self centered ways and unite the party.

great speech hillary and thank you! obama/biden/08

Senator Clinton's speech was superb in tone and substance. There will be those story-hungry media and Republican rabble-rousers who seek and highlight a few individuals willing to express disappointment. Such unbalanced reporting is unrepresentative of Senator Clinton's posture, denies the expressed opinion of Michelle Obama and others in the Obama campaign, and is a disservice to accurate reporting of substantive issues. Of course we cherish her achievement, but her support of Barack Obama to achive progress for our great nation on shared issues is true to Senator Clinton's core values. Hillary Clinton gave a great speech pointing out why the USA needs Barack Obama as its next president, and why she supports him.

It sounded cleverly tongue-in-cheek support for BHO………..

Sure, she delivered a speech: "Tonight's speech was written by Lissa Muscatine, Jim Kennedy and chief speechwriter Jon Lovett, working closely with long-time Clinton advisors Maggie Williams and Cheryl Mills."

What's wrong Repub's ? Can't disguise yourself as the PUMA crowd anymore? -Pathetic Republican losers.

Hillary was magnificent tonight. This is what her supporters have always seen in her. It's true – it is a bad night for the Hillary haters – Chuck Todd in particular. David Schuster, etc. you all know who they are. Good job Hillary – we haven't seen the last of you thank God!

David

I know your love for Obama is never ending. But I am not gonna change my mind just because of a speech or 2 (prepared). I have a certain opinion about both Barack and Michelle and that is not gonna change. Certainly not because of a speech that is just acting. My opinions about them formed over the last 18 months.

I would have loved to vote for Hillary but now it will go to Mccain.

God Bless America

What is wrong with you strange people who say "no Hilary, hello McCain"? Are you just stupid or do you realize that McCain will put the necessary heads on the supremem court to rule against legalized abortion. Plus McCain will certainly start another war as he has already said he would bomb Iran and has begun to threaten Russia. Does the guy relaize THAT ARE MILITARY IS ALREADY A LITLLE BUSY? What a mistake McCain would be… Although most of you who supprt McCain propbably voted for the worst president EVER. No need to introduce you to GWB.

Hillary's speech was great and despite what McCain #1 thinks – we will finally have a leader in the White House named President Barack Obama.

Eight years of lies, deceptions, grand thief are enough, yes I remember the 90's with fondness, no more Bush/McCain!

All around the country, idiots and morons alike still vow to vote for McCain because Hillary lost. it's like a really bad B movie, isn't it? For crying out loud, people. What more do you want??? If you think the woman is so great, why don't you listen to her and vote democratic in November? I guess you really don't have as much respect for her as you say. Otherwise, you would quit whining. Didn't someone in the McCain camp call us a nation of Whiners? I guess he was talking about all of you Puma people and disgruntled Clinton supporters. I guess that's why you all want to vote for him. Caus he can relate to you.

The only thing I will say is…"She should have been our President."

Hillary delivered an excellent speed. All thou she put some of her own feeling into it, I know it must have been difficult for her. How ever it was a momentus speech to unify the Demecratic Part. I was very very disturbe that some at cnn to pick out this unscrubleless woman to say what she said. To make it seem like his own people does not want him for President and that is not true. We are smart people, and inventors of many thing you and I enjoy for every day living. I believe God is bring a change in America and to the whole wide world, through Barack Obama. May God help us to love and respect one another. And help make America and the world a better place to live.

Kahlil Gibran said that :

"When you are sorrowful look again in your heart, and you shall see that in truth you are weeping for that which has been your delight."

Hillary was a delight to watch and very effective in rousing the crowd with her powerful speech. Yet, in stark contrast to the warm heartfelt speech given by Michelle Obama, no one in the audience seemingly shed a single tear during Hillary's speech. Why not?

The answer lies in the simple question that Hillary asked of her constiuents, "were you in this just for me or were you in this for the larger causes" ?

Those who wept during Michelle's Obama's speech recognized the 'larger causes' that the Obama's stands for and how they have and were willing to forsake many things like a Wall Street career and pursue those causes and the values that they believe in.

Even though there may still be some staunch Clinton supporters who have lingering sorrows and bitterness or feel angry and frustrated about the treatment that Hillary allegedly received by the DCN, the media, and the Obama campaign prior to the convention —

Anyone who searches their heart will have to agree that Hillary's speech moved the Democratic party closer to being more unified than ever before because it forces them to recognize and accept those same common goals and values that both Barak and Hillary share and that is what makes the Democratic party so strong.

Democrats Envision Living In Great Harmony Together –and delight in sharing their values with each other !!!

Hillary did a superb job tonight – She was poise, confident, and I couldn't be more proud. However, it is a shame that many of her supporters are still missing the point. Yes, Hillary would have made a GREAT president ( I voted for her in the primaries), but the reality is – she will not be on the ticket. It hardens my heart to see that so many of her supporters and followers will sacrifice their children's future out of spite. WAKE UP AMERICA!!! Do the citizens of this nation want to continue to suffer from the continously declining unemployment rate and increasing gas prices? Are you that blind and selfish that you can not swallow your pride and do what's right for our country? I beg of you, take a moment and really consider the consequences of your action – why should the country have to suffer because of your spite. Many of Hillary's supporters are saying that Obama will have to win them over… Well – Will it win you over if he is not elected President and as a result you can't afford to send your children to college? Will it win you over when you lose your home and don't have anywhere to go? Will it win you over when you see your grandchildren suffering from our mistakes? You should want to continue Hillary's legacy – by not voting for Obama, you are only hurting yourself… Think about it!

I for sure thought that these PUMAS would unite. I guess you really weren't there for the issues. Fake Democrats!

I've read a lot of the comments here. I didn't watch the convention on TV. Many are saying Hillary was great. I believe them. But some are also saying Obama is nothing. you are wrong there. He too has something special. He has the brains and the vision, the education and the experience. He trained in the law, and majored in international relations. Where do people get the idea he is not ready? He has no less experience than Abe Lincoln did when he was elected president. Good for Hillary, and good for Obama. He will be a fine president.

She was presidential tonight, she was firm, she was fun, she was clear and on-message, she was embracing and complimentary, she challenged her own supporters, she was courageous and gracious. I have seen her give speeches many times and hold her own and seen her in person, but tonight was THE BEST – she is part of the elite of the Dem party and I pray she will not be forgotten.

Tell me again why she cannot be pres and why she could not be on his ticket? Somehow it feels like a woman thing yet again with men – black or white. I don’t see a similar woman reaching so close for a long time. We had our chance…

ps I was for Biden from the very start! Obama got my vote just by having him on his ticket.

After Hillary's speech, aCNN reporter was on the floor to interview some Hillary supporters.Well the reporter only needed to interview one! This was a young very articulate black lady. (I only mention she was black because polls are always pointing out the % of blacks who vote for Obama.) Anyhow, this young lady was emotional and had tears in her eye as she clearly shared her reasons for supporting Hillary. At the end she stated that as a strong democrat she has always voted. Now, for the first time, she is not sure what she will do. When asked she said that she will not vote for McCain. However, because Obama has such a "weak resume", she just does not know if she can vote for him.

What I have just written fails to communicate my point. Only a video can do this. She clearly explained why many Hillary supporters are having difficulty supporting Obama

It is really way late in this game to be remorseful about Billary name-calling and other attacks during and after the primary. That over zealous support for Obama at Clinton's expense created PUMAs. Don't doubt it.

If the talking heads and pundits would take a day off and stop trying to mold public opinion, then maybe the truth would find its way to the surface.

Tonight a valiant woman made a hard speech, and in her place ANYONE would have had just as hard a time. She was honest and she was a statesman.

The problem that we the public have is the constant attempt by you media hacks to show cause where there is none. To generate confusion and malcontent when there is none. Heaven forbid that politicians treated each other in a humane nature. LET GO and GROW UP. Take Hillarys speech for what it was, an acknowledgement that she just did not make it, so WE ALL must support the nominee. Nothing more and nothing less

Mr. Gergen, I've appreciated your insightful views since the late 70's. Hillary is putting party first. By questioning why her supporters would vote for her, persona or issue based, Clinton helped clear any illogical reasons for voting against their own self interests.
What I can't understand is CNN printing Castellanos' illogical views as somehow meaningful.

I have not been a supporter of Barack Obama. I have not believed in him as a presidential candidate. I have not trusted his speeches or the hippie idealism of the Democratic party that has erupted out of his campaign. However, I was quite moved by Hillary Clinton's speech this evening. I felt that she was pragmatic about why we need to unify, why we need to vote for Barack Obama, and why the Republicans cannot continue to run this country. I have been convinced to vote for Mr. Obama as long as he doesn't screw up between now and November. I am voting for the presumptive Democratic nominee because I believe in the ideas outlined by Hillary Clinton this evening. My vote is now Mr. Obama's to lose over the next two months. He would be wise to find a significant spot for Hillary Clinton in his proposed administration and let it leak to the world.

Michelle Obama's people better get her some coaching about how to appear more diplomatic when the camera pans to her. She looked angry and irritated through much of the speech. I was unimpressed last night with her, and I was unimpressed again this evening.

Hillary sounded like a President to me. Obama has the presure to measure up now.
We all know Hillary is a much better choice than Biden.

INSPIRING. Yet simple and straightforward. Not soaring and lofty.

I supported her campaign because I shared her values and most pressing issues, and believed she had the experience and history to follow-through on the issues that were relevant to me.

McCain, on the other hand, was good enough to be considered to be Kerry's VP in 2004. And Biden, Feingold, etc. have all good things to say about him. Am I really expected to believe that he has changed so drastically within 4 years? Like Clinton, he has the experience and history to follow-through on the issues that are relevant to me. Not just words, and "promise" of hope and change.

Gergen is exactly right. If the Dems lose, no one can say it was because of Hillary. Now let's see what Obama is made of–and here is betting he will be wise and tough enought to get the job done.

Obama preaches to question Mccain's judgement and not his experience. Well tonight, while watching this presidential speech by Hillary, I have begun to question Obama's judgement in not selecting the strongest candidate to run with him as VP. His first opportunity to make a smart judgement is clearly lacking. By the way, where was he and why was he not at the convention? Nobody has been able to explain this. Another bad judgement call Barrack!!!!

No way, no how, NOBAMA!

After that speech, we decided to name our newborn daughter after Hillary Clinton. Welcome to the world Hillary Anne! May you make it a better place just like your namesake.

Wow. Should have could have. Hillary showed why she deserves the nomination. NoBama has accomplished absolutely NOTHING!! He has a good speech but that is about it. He has no foreign policy, he has a awful economic policy. DEMS for McCain. Hillary 2012!!

Hillary made me proud to spell my name W-O-M-A-N tonight. She is a fighther and a uniter. I was very dissappointed in how she conducted herself during the primaries…but she more than redeemed herself tonight! I think that she received bad advice during the primaries to her detriment. Had she conducted herself during the primaries as she did tonight I think she would have been the nominee !

I hope and pray that if McBush wins he brings back the draft. I'm sick of these whining arse people saying Obama is not ready. Let's see some of you or your children fight to defend this country. I am a proud democrat who supports what the party stands for and realize its bigger than one person.

An amazing speech by an amazing woman. I think she delivered. I think supporters like me who feel they have been pushed out of the party and ignored by Barrack Obama, his media friends and his vicious supporters will give a lot of thought to the words she spoke. Now its up to Obama. Is it like I keep hearing from his minions? Does the Democratic Party just not need us? Or is it like Hillary says it is? Are we in this together?

Not running Hillary Clinton is America's loss, I truly believe that with every fiber of my being. She would have made a incredible president. I still don't know what I'm going to do in November but Hillary has opened my heart again. And frankly after all the nasty, untrue, and sexist crap I have heard on these boards I was sure I was through with this party.

I must admit I really don't see how he can justifies not putting her on the ticket. And don't give me that Change crap, Biden is hardly change. And don't tell me how evil the Clinton's are because you just don't know what you are talking about.

I think the sheer fact that her speech generated so much talk that she should have been the nominee shows how ignorant people can be. Anyone can make a great speech, that's what she and her husband are both good at, but anyone can be dramatic and theatrical.

I believe Obama will still take home the presidency and do it without fabricating stories during campaign time as Hill did.

Obama '08!

Great, great speech. She has done her part, it is up to Obama now. He needs to step up and do his part to heal the rift–show us that he can lead.
He has not truly spoken to Hillary's supporters yet. To paraphrase one Hillary delegate "He has asked for our money, but not for our vote." He needs to recognize that he did not win by a landslide, but rather it was a very close primary. Moreover, it was not an election. He still has the general to go, and he needs HRC's supporters. He needs to step up and recognize their work, their hopes (which have been dashed), and their value as Democrats and Americans.

We are waiting….

She gave a great speech but, as the delegate commented afterwards, only Obama can convince the unconvinced that he has what it takes to be President. There is nobody who can do it for him. So, while she may have convinced many not to vote for McCain, she couldn't and didn't convince them to vote for Obama.

Obama has work to do and he's left it until very late.

Hillary's speech was wonderful tonight! It amazes me how Democrats voted for Obama in the primaries. Yes, he had a wonderful message of hope and change, but what good is that message if you don't have a record of it! Hillary did. Democrats had a sure-fire win with a Clinton/Obama ticket. Now it's all up in the air, and McCain has a very very good shot at winning. This was supposed to be the Democrats year, but they made the very big mistake of nominating Obama over Hillary. There's always hope for 2012….

Enough with Hillary and Bill Clinton….

She ran a poor race…and LOST! She had my vote early on until she and her husband strted up with their nonsense…I had a flashback to their scandal ridden days and decided….ENOUGH!

She's been given more deference than she deserved at this convention.

If her so called "supporters" (some of them calling themselves life long democrats) can so easily get in line behind John McCain and his right wing machinery after 8 years of George Bush. Good Riddance to you!

If Senator Clinton Shows up in 2012 looking to be president after messing things up for Obama and the rest of us, I'll manufacture "Hill NO!" signs for everyone that wants them.

What a brilliant, moving speech be a great American. A great American who clearly knows what is at stake in this election! It amazes me to see the comments of so called "supporters" of Hillary on here who are basically spitting in her face and refusing to listen to her out of pure selfishness. The PUMA's and there ilk are quickly putting themselves into the delusional and deranged category previously occupied by Ron Paul supporters and the members of Code Pink. Please, if you can't join us true supporters of the Clintons, the Obamas (and the Bidens!) – as true Americans who want to restore our great nation and solve the many issues that face us as a nation – then maybe you are part of the problem.

Hillary gave a great speech to unite the party. If those Hillary supporters think voting for McCain in 08 will help Hillary in 12 to get nomination that is not guarantee.
Obama-Biden 08/12!!!

I feel that the democrats are in for a big, and unpleasant, surprise. Hillary is the most qualified person for the presidency. Undermining her was a bad move.

Hillary as VP would have been a SURE win for the Dems in November. But Obama chose Biden. Just another example of Obama's poor judgment.

No how. No way. No Obama!

Another Democrat for McCain!

she did a fantastic job for unity

I was not impressed with Hillary's speech. As usual it was about her. Hillary Hillary Hillary. I am so SICK of the Clintons!!!!!

People on this board who profess to admire Hillary Clinton but are saying they support McCain are petty, racist, or both. I'm an Obama supporter, but first and foremost I'm an American and a Democrat. Sen Clinton showed that she's the same–of course she's still disappointed she didn't win the nomination, but she's putting the interests of her country and party first, and that means electing Barack Obama president. Too bad many of her "supporters" apparently can't be as magnimous, and wise, as she is.

Thank you, Sen. Clinton. Obama/Biden all the way!

I wonder, after listening to Hillary, how many Dems left the hall tonight feeling they made a HUGE mistake…

GO HILLARY!!!!!!!!

Senator Clinton, whom I supported financially and with my vote in the primary, was the one person who could convince me to vote for Senator Obama. After he speech tonight, I have made up my mind to vote for him in November. It was a superb speech, with exactly the right tone, spoken to those of us who weren't in the room but who were with her in the primary season. It was an extraordinary speech as well. Having watched conventions since 1952, I have never seen a defeated opponent give such a speech. She has opened a door for Obama. It is now up to him to go through it and on to victory in the general election.

The deal is probably worse such as the SUpreme Court so she can "Legislate from the Bench" for life. She did give a great laundry list speech which is what the delegates at the convention want!

No Way, No How, No McCain!

Thats all I have to say!

It's funny to watch the same Obama supporters now saying what a great person she was … when just yesterday they were talking about what a joke she was.

Wishy-washy fair weather friend much?

Since this race started I have been a Hillary supporter.
Now because of Hillary I will and now support Obama.
The only reason she is being spoken about is the ill will
that people feel because of her greatness.

The Hillary Clinton you all saw tonight is the same Hillary Clinton that we, as her supporters, knew all along. It's genuinely sad that the best person to be President delivered her speech tonight and won't be on Thursday night.

WHY DON'T SOME OF YOU HILLARY SUPPORTERS JUST ADMIT THAT YOU DO NOT WANT TO VOTE FOR A BLACK MAN, BE HONEST WITH YOURSELVES. HILLARY AND OBAMA PRETTY MUCH HAVE THE SAME POLICIES, BUT YOUR SO QUICK TO THROW YOUR VOTE TO MCCAIN BECAUSE SHE IS NOT ON THE TICKET AS VP. IT'S ALSO A SHAME THAT SOME OF YOU WANT MCCAIN TO WIN SO HILLARY CAN RUN IN 2012..

I have been an ardent support of Obama all along and I was really ticked off when Hilary took a nasty negative turn mid way though her campaign and I became dead against Hilary, but after listening to her speech tonight, Hilary is my Hero again to the degree that I am going to her web site and contribute to retire her debt. I am proud of Hilary and I am proud to be a Democrats.

Thank you, Hillary! Obama '08 and Clinton '16

Hillary delievered a wonderful speech. She showed how brilliant she is. It is a shame that she is not the nominee. And even though she gave the speech for Obama, I regardless will not vote for him. I will cross party lines and vote republican. Obama is too inexperienced and makes too many promises. He preaches change but has no clue on how to implement anything. Even his choice for VP outshines him in his knowledge of world politics and finances. I cant believe that people could even consider him when he hasn't even done anything substantial. Vote for MCCain and Hillary 2012

NO WAY .. NO HOW P.U.M.A…!

Planted Undercover McCane Agents

NO WAY .. NO HOW Mc Pain..!

I totally agree with Mr. Gergen. She did the right thing and gave an excellent speech.

GREATEST SPEECH she has given yet! Anybody with negative comments are just completely out of touch with reality and/or a Republican.

Go OBAMA-BIDEN 08′,

Thank you HILLARY CLINTON… the Country first, and for the Party's sake, we all are winners tonight.

No Way, No How, No McCain !!!!

If you can't see that somebody out there is trying to stir up trouble between the Clintons and the Obamas when there is none, you're blind.

They take every word the Clintons say, ever action Bill Clinton makes, and they try to turn it into some dramatic deal. Someone's screwing with your head because they think they can manipulate you into voting for McCain out of spite. Hopefully we're all not that stupid and we see through the GOP controlled media's attempts to create bad blood out of sweat and hard work.

Anna Rose,
You are so right! Clinton will become Secretary of State. I actually think Obama will wait to perfectly time it shortly after (perhaps 2 weeks) the Republican Convention to squash any bounce the Republicans get out of their Convention. He will most definitely make the announcement before the election if he's anywhere close to losing the election.

The speech was without a doubt the best she's given (and she's given many A speeches). It did everything it was intended to do. But if there was one small drawback or criticism to make, it was that it was so good and so presidential that it really makes many supporters (and I think even Obama supporters) sit back, scratch their head and wonder why she's not either the candidate for president or at the very least Obama's VP candidate.

Senator Clinton delivered an authentic, outstanding speech of support for Senator Barack Obama. I do believe that it was the best I have ever heard.

Hillary's performance was the equivalent of crossing the T, Lord Nelson style. She let McBush have it. And she also let the Democrats know they cannot afford to sit this one out, there won't be enough of America left after 4 more years of the last 8 years to put it back together again.
She can have any cabinet position she wants.
This is your last chance, America, you won't get another one.

Get over it already….do you really think that McCain is a better choice just so you can elect Hillary in 2012? Are you completely crazy? No wonder Bush got elected twice…Hillary was fantastic tonight and I am very proud of her speech tonight, but for those of you who are so ticked off that you will vote for McCain instead of Obama..get a clue. If you are that foolish enough to have another 4 years of Bush policy, then you don't belong in the Democratic party…..remember what Democratic stands for….you vote….and who receives the most votes wins….end of story …that's why its so important to stick together…if not…go register as a Republican because in essence, that is what you now are. We've always complained of all the radical Republicans who are so stuck on their core principals that they won't listen to anything else……take a look in the mirror people….do you want a better future or the same as the past 8 years? Grow up people….no wonder we haven't been able to win the White House….I voted for Hillary as well, but Obama will be a great president too….do you not think that Hillary will not have a primary role in his Administration? Won't that help her in the future too? And to those who say Obama is selfish for continuing his presidency instead of settling for the VP position……look again in the mirror….is it not you who are now the selfish ones? Grow up….and get over it….if McCain wins, and this country goes deeper in debt and no clear energy plans….only you will be to blame….can you live with that?

I'll never forget the way she was disrespected by Obama and his supporters.

You Hillary supporters who continue to say you're going to vote for McCain so that Hillary can win in 2012 are delusional. You think 18 million Barack Obama supporters are going to forget about what you did in 4 years? I think not…If you don't get behind Barack this year, Hillary will never win…

I respect her again and as I said all along, she would make a great president, but I beleive that Obama is a better choice.

Still, thank you Hilary for allowing me to feel like I can support both of you again. You had lost me for a while.

PUMAS are blind! Hillary was great tonite. She didnt lose her campain because she was a woman, she lost because of a few mistakes that she made in the process. She said it best tonite, if you like whats been going on the last 8 years, vote McCain. If not then its time to say : "NO WAY! . . . NO HOW!. . . NO MCCAIN!"

Great Job Hillary…i'm a PUMA no more!!!!!!!

Obama/Biden!

PUMA WON'T LISTEN TO ME EITHER PROBABLY SINCE THEY WON'T EVEN LISTEN TO THEIR CANDIDATE….

Ap News…
Just after Senator Hillary Clinton's speech several hundred animals (trolls) were found dead on the streets on Denver. After CSI secured the scene it has been determined that these were actually PUMA'S which had been trying to cause chaos in Denver. The most amazing discovery was that they all had name tags with an address that has initials JSM. The Police were excited that someone had taken care of their problem. The coroner said that it looked like they died from internal combustion.

Excellent job, Hillary. Thank you for doing your part for the Democratic Party and for the future of the United States of America. We will take this country back from those who have sought to destroy it over the last 8 years, and from those who attempt to maintain this disaster. We are who we've been waiting for. YES WE CAN and YES WE WILL!!!

Obama/Biden '08!!!

After reading some of the positive Hillary supporter comments on here, I'm greatful to them for their help in electing Senator Obama.

After reading some of the negative comments from Hillary supporters on here, I'm absolutely, positively convinced they're not, at least for the most part, real comments. They're plants. They're mean spirited REPUBLICAN GOP McSame plants trying to stir up trouble. Its so blatantly obvious.

How could anyone with a rational mind listen to Hillary's speech tonight and still say, I'm gonna vote for McCain because I love Hillary and she was wronged.

If you vote for McCain, you vote against everything Hillary Clinton has stood for her entire life, every breath that she's given to this great nation. You vote against all the blood and sweat and tears that have been put into building this nation up. You say you'd rather tear it down out of spite than see it live to be great again, to be the shining beacon on a hill that the Clintons' once invisioned and helped to build up.

Barack Obama represents a fresh path forward. He represents greatness that we were once and will be again. He represents exactly Hillary Clinton's ideals. That's what she said tonight.

NO way, No how, No McCain.

He's a sidekick not a maverick. Barack Obama's the real deal, just like Hillary Clinton.

I'm truly wondering if Republicans are commenting and pretending to be PUMA supporters, really wouldn't surprise me. How could you not listen to your candidate and NOT VOTE for OBAMA, who she endorses? How could you NOT VOTE for OBAMA who has the same values as the candidate you love? How could you VOTE for MCCAIN who is totally opposite in values and wishes to have the same eight years of debt and destruction of our economy? Some of you have been saying you want to VOTE for MCCAIN to see Hillary in 2012. Well if you want to DESTROY our country to GET HILLARY IN OFFICE, you are DREAMING/RETARDED.

Let's be very clear here. Hillary Clintion is the one that we need as our President. This is my cry out for all you ardent Hillary supporters. If you want Hillary to be your President in 2012, vote for John Mccain. Obama must lose if you want Hillary as our next president sooner rather than later.

Ask yourself this question: Do you want to wait 4 years or 8 for Hillary to be our inspirational leader? If your answer is 8, it may not even happen then. We can get Hillary elected in 2012 provided we get Mccain elected now.

Repeal the 19th Amendment!
If a woman can't vote intelligently, she shouldn't vote at all!

she did great

BUYERS REMORSE!!!!-DNC "Selected" the wrong candidate-too bad for Dems this year!!!-She knocked it out of the park-BO will just always give speeches-she always gives specifics.

NOBAMA!!!

Hillary was FANTASTIC!!

Ok, Pumas, if you still want to vote for McCain after Hillary's speech, it'll be the last vote you ever get to cast. After 4 more years of Bush policies if McSame wins, our wonderful country will be a full-fledged fascist police state.

THERE WON'T BE ANY MORE ELECTIONS !!!

Hillary asked "Were you in this campaign just for me?". The answer is No. I am in this campaign for my own future and for my country's future. For this reason, I will not put my future and my country's future in Obama's hands.

Hillary 2012!

PUMAs deserve what they will get by voting for McCain if he gets in. The rest of us don't.

That was a fantastic speech tonight. I am so proud of her! This our time to unite.

No way. No How. No McCain!!!

Obama/Biden '08

Hillary answered those questions by asking to support Obama/Biden. Period!

POW !!! TAKE THAT PUMAS…..LOL

Great speech Mrs. Clinton…..Bravo!

Democrats Unite!

No way……No how…..No McCain!

Thank you Hillary.

Obama/Biden '08!

OK, but who was the idiot commentator that kept talking about Hillary throwing down the "Goblet?" Umm… yeah. Go CNN.

But Hillary rocked. Ah what could have been… sigh… go obama…

If you are for Hillary you'll support Obama and the Democratic Party as she has asked. If you are not then vote for McCain and get out of her way. Get out of the way of her vision for the women of America.NO WAY, NO HOW ,NO MC CAIN .

I GUESS SOME OF YOU PEOPLE DIDN'T LISTEN TO HER SPEECH. TO HELL WITH PUMA, THE DEMS ARE UNITED. THANK YOU SENATOR CLINTON.

Oh, and Hillary's speech was really awesome.

GEEZ….Gergen has sold his soul and his objectivity right there with MSNBC. Hillary's speech left many unanswered questions and it was hardly a ringing endorsement. If I was a Clinton delegate….I'd feel rather unfullfilled and empty…bearing a heavy and unexplainable burden.

Although some may think this is a small criticism of Clinton's speech, I was dismayed when she recognized the deaths of 2 important Democrats and left off Rep. Tom Lantos – the chair of the House Foreign Affairs committee, the only Holocaust survivor to serve in Congress, and a long time champion of human rights.

Hillary did a great job! But, I am still convinced she would definitely lose to McCain. Whether it is fair or not her negatives are too high.

I work with 3 people in my team that are undecided about Obama but all of them said it would be McCain or they wouldn't vote at all if it were Hillary. Hillary will also lose in 2012 if she runs then.

We don't need Bush Clinton Bush Clinton. Can you imagine 4-8 years of "Is Bill sleeping in the White House? Is he sleeping with Hillary? Is Monica invited to the Inaugural? We don't need 4-8 more years of 'triangulation'.

A great speech by a great leader with great ideas and the capability to get it done. No way no how VP should be Joe Biden the mental lightweight and cheater. Obama did not show leadership or respect for the American people or independence when he selected a typical Democratic lifer white male above HRC. That's not change I can believe in. The "They'll take what we give them" attitude is arrogant and lacks good judgement. If the ticket loses, it is because they will have defeated themselves, with the help of the neophyte-led DNC and Uncle Teddy. Hillary was gracious but honest, affirmative, visionary, and left no doubt about her comprehension of the importance of history, her beliefs and convictions. Well done. No one can do it better. Just say no deal.

I'm at a total loss now. Listen to Hillary and do what she asks.

Or listen to my heart, and know she's the best opportunity for this country's future — and wait 4 years …

Listen up PUMAs and/or Republicans trolling as Hillary-supporting McCain voters. If you want Clinton to win in 2012, you better pray Obama wins in 2008. Here's why: if an Obama loss has the Clintons' (and your) fingerprints on it, you can BET there will be some people just as small-minded and selfish waiting to do the same thing to you. The Clinton flu will be alive and well. Elections are ultra tight these days. Every vote counts, and you'll find out just how much they are worth if and when Clinton gets her chance again.

A bases loaded home run. If there really was a chance of Hillary supporters defecting to McCain…and I think it was all media driven drivel…this certainly dispels it.

I wonder how many of these supposed "disgruntled" Hillary voters, are actually republicans stirring the pot to try to divide Democrats?

To hillary supporters,
This is not about a woman called hillary Clinton or a black man called barack obama, this is about your families, your kids, your lives, your future!
the choice is simpleof clear!
please think really hard!!!!!
i was a big hillary supporter and i am proudly supporting obama! 2008 is for the democrats! we lost in 2000, we lost in 2004 and see where we are now! i cannot even afford gas for my car to go to schooll!!!
our time is now!
let s unite please!god bless u and god bless america!

I guess all of these "Puma's" didn't hear or get what Hillary said tonite.
I guess you all just want to slap her in the face for all the hard work she has done over the years. Very sad indeed. Someone once said that the needs of the many outweigh the needs of the few or one. If your a Puma you really don't care about this great country, the families, children or its future.

She brilliantly did what generations of women have done – step up and do the right thing, do what it takes to bring it home! And I am appalled at Hillary's supporters who wish that McCain would win so she can run in 2012 – this is stupid, there is no way we can handle/afford/tolerate 4 more years of Bush-style politics!

I am so proud to be a supporter of Sen. Hillary Clinton and this speech has raised my level of pride to infinity! She did a fantastic job in opening the path for Obama to herd in her supporters.

Being African-American, I feel a little sad that I can't back the possible first black to be President. I wish I could be on the band-wagon, but I am not satisfied with just voting for hope and change. Hillary has re-iterated her platform and what changes, yes real CHANGES, that she could promise and give to America. That is what I supported and will continue til Sen. Obama show me more than hope and faith. He has 2 months to give me something to believe in.

I still don't understand why she is not the candidate, she is smart, knowledgeable and experienced. I wonder what the party was thinking by pushing for Obama. Oh well, I am not bitter but I don't feel any reason to vote in November for either of the presidential candidates. I am a born and bred Democrat and can never vote for McCain, so I guess I will just vote local and leave the presidential choices blank. Come on Obama, invite us in, make us feel welcome to vote for you and please give me something to believe in. I don't want 4 more years of the same, but I don't want to waste my vote.

Hillary has done her job, she has opened the doors. Barack, now it's your job to pull us in.

Response to MK: You are a fearful, racist pig. Your vile comments about Michelle Obama exposes your ignorance. I am not angry at you. I am truly sad for you and the pathetic life you must lead. Michelle O.is a strong, intelligent, beautiful woman with an inspiring story to tell. You should learn from her grace. The world is changing …fast . People like you will soon be fossils .

I am not a Hillary supporter, but I am grateful for the rousing speech she delivered tonight. I'm still glad that she was not the nominee for president or vice president, but am heartened that she showed that she is a Democrat. It was a terrific speech!

HILLARY,
TAKE ALL YOUR PANSTSUITS, PUT THEM IN A TRUNK AND GO AWAY. FAR, FAR AWAY .
BETTER YET, PUT YOURSELF IN THE TRUNK .

To all of those who are saying if Obama wins Hillary will be blamed and has no chance to ever be President in 2012. If Obama wins he runs again in 2012 and if he wins in 2012 his VP will almost surley be the 2016 Presidential candidate. As long as Obama wins, Hillary can not run on the Democratic ticket as President because he did not make her the VP. If he had made her the VP she would have had a chance someday and I would be supporting the ticket. Obama is a fool to not realize this. She gave a great speech and I am so so proud of her. But Obama and the DNC has struck her down. I love Hillary and do not trust Obama. I will listen to him, but his bar has been set very very high.

As a proud former Hillary voter now Obama supporter, I can say that those PUMA nut jobs do not speak for me nor my family (also her supporters). I think your 18 million strong number is a bit overinflated like your egos.

I actually listen to what my girl had to say and she is right– our future is way to important for you to throw a tantrum because she didn't win. And to MK, you're a fool. As a half African-American, half Caucasian male, I take offense to your statement. My mother would have attended an ivy league school, however, too many "legacy" (aka rich kids and non-minority kids) were getting her scholarships. What about the minorites that work just as hard but still don't get equal treatment? Just another biggoted statement from a fool.

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SHE WAS AT HER BEST.IF HE DOSENT WIN AFTER HER SPEECH AND ENDORSEMENT ITS ALL ON HIM. HE HAS THE BALL AND NOW IF HE DOSENT PLAY HIS CARDS RIGHT, HE HAS NO ONE TO BLAME BUT HIMSELF. HILARY YOU ARE A CHAMPION FOR THE AMERICAN PEOPLE.

Denver must be out of Kool-Aid and Kleenex….I have never seen so many punch drunk, crying group in my life!

Both Clinton and Biden said Obama didn't have the experience to lead…how could she not address her biggest knock on him during her speech?

Thank heavens she didn't get the nomination…she would beat McCain with ease!

Sounds as if Bill still cannot make his mind up, one minute he is attending then the next he isn"t. Poor guy guess he has a lot on his mind since Hillary had to throw in the cards. Billy boy just knew they would be back in the White House. Then on top of that looks as if they are trying to recruit Chelsea. Poor Girl.

To all of Hillary supporters, (including the PUMA ) who were thinking about going the other way, she posed a question to you. Were you in this for me? If you're still misguided, and bitter, you were really never with Hillary to start with.

Great speech! Great ticket!!

Great speech. But we don't get to vote for her?

It's a little like getting a trial ride in a Lexus, knowing you are only going to get a Pinto.

Hillary in 2012!

Hillary gave a great speech tonight and sewed it all together seamlessly for those few supporters still hesitating to support Obama. She was exuberant and articulate and hit on every reason America has to turn their backs on "four more years of the last eight years" and all the reasons why we need Barack Obama. I don't think it could have been much better, and the naysayers are really nitpicking. Best speech of the convention thus far, hands down.

Shame on CNN for airing that female delegate's teary and highly emotional comments for what seemed to be an eternity, immediately following the speach. Why so much camera time? Why was the reporting so unbalanced. This woman went on and on about Hillary's "presidential speech," while ignoring the important message Hillary delivered! Why wasn't the obvious question asked? What about Hillary's message to you as her supporter? Bad end to what is normally good commentary.

I liked her attempts to say "where you in this for me, or where you in this for the issues?" But it could have been said so much better.

She could have gone back to early in the primary season, when she said "There is very little difference between us as Democrats. But there are very big differences between us and the Republicans."

She could have asked her supporters if they were really going to vote for someone who would not oppose putting more conservatives on the Supreme Court and could overturn Roe v. Wade.

She could have asked her supporters if they were really going to vote for someone who does not share the same vision for healthcare that She and Obama do.

She could have asked her supporters if they were really going to vote for someone whose only economic solution of cutting spending is the same broken record we're heard for the past 40 years and has dug us into one of the greatest financial holes in our nation's history.

She did good tonight, but she could have done better.

Here come the Obamabots who trashed Hillary over and over now calling for UNITY.

Sorry, Country First.

McCain 2008

Hillary 2012

Oh man, if you vote for McCain and he gets elected and your kids get drafted and die fighting in Iran or anywhere else, you deserve all the heartbreak of it.

i have to say,

This Hillary speech, was better than any of her speeches while campaigning . The whole part about the torches and to KEEP GOING was historic and will be in history books as one of the true great political speeches…..

I am happy for her and Obama,

MCCain – you are and OK guy but it really is Not your time….

and your 'friends' – Guiliani and Mitt etc etc…. they are beneath you and beneath contempt, They are slimy slippery lizards.

I was skeptical, but her speech tonight was excellent. Any of her supporters who still can't support Obama have their own issues. I am troubled that I understand Bill will not stay for Obama's speech — actions speak louder than words. I would also like to take issue with CNN. The quality of your coverage lately is slipping and you are straying from serious journalism. Why would you get that emotional woman to comment after such a wonderful moment? More Ricki Lake than serious media.

I've always liked Hillary. I switched to Obama when she started playing dirty and running negative "Karl Rovian" ads. Tonight she was the brilliant person I've admired. It's too bad she played dirty those months ago.

The nominee is not decided by a speech it is decided by a primary, a primary that Obama won, plain and simple. After tonight if you still feel like you need to vote McCain, then do that, but don't try to couch in country first because you can't be concerned about the country if you would vote for McCain. McCain and Hillary are diametrically opposed, so either you don't understand the issues at all which is possible or you are in this for some other illogical reason

I am an Obama supporter, but my goodness, what a fine speech by Hillary. If Obama does win, then Hillary should be able to name whatever position she wants if she wants one.

Enjoy it PUMAs, your numbers just decreased by half at least

Hillary was amazing! She knocked the ball out of the park. I have been a supporter of her and Obama. I'm delighted to be witnessing history and the beginning of a better future of us all.

I'm in it for the issues! What a speech… No HOW, No WAY, No McCain!

She asked why and said if you are in it for the real reasons, you'll vote Obama.

That's my plan. Obama/Biden!

What's with all the criticism of CNN. I truly don't see the bias.
Can't say the same about MSNBC. Chris Matthews ("Barack sends
shivers up my leg") and Rachel M? might as well put Obama buttons on.

How awesome was her speach I've changed my mind I will vote for her in 2016! She said everything we needed her to. Tomorrow Bill will deliever a great speech I'm sure now! Thank you very much Bill and Hillary!

Teamsters for Obamaa

Excellent speech. Senator Clinton sends a strong message to all that she is a strong leader and capable of becoming the president of this country.

As a proud PUMA member I will proudly vote for what my candidate has been fighting for.

Go Obama! We are behind you. We will not be influenced by negative attacks on hope and peace.

Excellent job!!! I am proud to be a woman and African American. This party did something that brought recognition to the world. A Woman and a Black man ran for the highest office of rhe country. It was a hard battle but they both went farther than expected. True a man received the highest votes again but he still has a obstacle to cross, COLOR OF SKIN. Hillary speech put the U.S. on notice that we live for the people, we claim to be and care about. She set a precedent that eventually a woman will get the opportunity but sometimes we must accomplish the simplest first and then the hardest. Women are seen as too soft not able to stay the course. Let make the change she requested and when that dream happens then let's go for the next impossible dream. History gives us the guidance to achieve things that come unfortunately within a certain order. Thank you Hillary for a new beginning and a "future " to believe.

My candidate will know whom he/she is. Hillary knows who she is and I voted for her in the primaries. I can't figure out if B.O. even knows who he is. I sure haven't figured it out. Unlike what Michelle Obama said last night, he doesn't stick to his word. ie. public financing flip-flop. He has voted "present" so much in his SHORT time in the Senate, I can't figure out what he really believes in.

Hillary is sincere in her desire for a strong America. Barack just seems to be sincere in his love for power. I don't trust him. He says what he needs to say and, yet, there is no substance.

I said my candidate will know whom he/she is. I voted for Hillary in the primaries and will vote for McCain in the fall. I trust him far greater than I trust Obama and believe he knows what he stands for.

Patricia said: "THERE IS NO QUESTION – HILLARY RODHAM CLINTON DESERVED THE DEMOCRATIC NOMINATION FOR PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES."

Maybe, except for the fact that she LOST the Democratic nomination, she ran a terrible, fractured, completely disorganized campaign, she got caught flat out lying multiple times ON TAPE, repeatedly injected race into the campaign, has completely mis-managed her two major political efforts – health care reform, and her presidential campaign and 49% of the country says they would never vote for her. What exactly is she qualified to lead?

At first I supported Hillary but lost respect after she made personal attacks and insinuations against Obama. Unlike Hillary and McCain, Obama has never made personal attacks and lied about the other candidates, only urged change and prosperity for this country. More people are engaging in the political process bc of Obama, not Hillary. Half of Hillary supporters voted bc she's a female and half bc she's white. People are afraid of what they don't understand. Michelle has never acted like an angry woman, only a woman with a voice – the same as Hillary when her husband ran for office.

Hillary would have been the wrong VP choice. Her speech was just OK. As a female, I believe it shows a weakness and cry-baby mentality to not let go of the fact that Hillary lost just as other men have lost the battle. Get over it and move on to support someone who have sparked hope for this country.

Only 2% of the nation who make $5 million or more (who McCain would consider rich) should vote for him bc they are the only ones who would benefit from his viewpoints. He doesn't relate to 98% of Americans but folks want to vote for him bc he's an old white man who was a POW but realize that 98% of the nation working is what will strengthen this economy?

Hillary would have been a great adversary to the equally feisty John McCain — Obama is the wimpy one.

Hello everyone! Let's review the main point of her speech: VOTE FOR OBAMA. Period. The end. That's all you have to do now to better our country and further her ideals. Doesn't get much easier than that.

GREAT SPEACH HILLARY, I AM VERY IMPRESSED!!! Now for those of you who are still saying Hillary 2012, you are not a real democrat, and do not care about what Hillary adn Obama are trying to change in America.

If you wait unitl 2012 it will be to late, there will already be 3 new extreme conservitive supreme court justices in place and thats a life postion. Kiss all your womens rights away for the next 30 years or longer. Rove V Wade will no longer be in place!

Remember McCain is AGAINST womens rights!!!!!!

Obama/ Biden for the future of our children!!!

It was necessary for Senator Clinton to address her supporters in the context of her question "….did you do it for me, or …?" That was the best way she could have addressed them. It was realistic. It was honest and it has to make them get real about the importance of their vote for Senator Obama, appreciate her great efforts, and move on
TOGETHER.

I was extremely impressed with her speech and words of wisdom. She was gracious and took the high road, which in the end game, is the wisest path to choose. She is truly a beacon of hope for all Americans and an ally to Senator Obama. Brilliant speech, from a respected and tremendous role model.

Ah..duh?? David Gergen did ask a question? I see no one has yet to answer it! To all you so called PUMAS(undercover McCain Supporters) and the rest of you so called bunch of babies!! Has it ever crossed your mind that maybe Sen. Obama did ask Sen. Clinton to be his VP and maybe she declined because she didn't want to go through the vetting process since it would have to also bring in all of Bill's skeletons?? I have great respect for Sen. Clinton, I don't think she is fake or phony! I think she is one smart lady! If she didn't believe what she was saying she wouldn't have gotten up there and spoken up for him like she did! This was a great moment for her she didn't loose anything! Everything in this life happens for a reason. She was great! I know the Obama family was happy she spoke out for them so rather than to act like children and Fox News I choose to take the high road like the Obamas and KEEP GOING!!!! Can't wait til Thursday!! History in the making Baby!!!!

Obama/Biden/AMERICAN PEOPLE

Good speech,

Goodbye Republicans, goodbye Puma, Hello Whitehouse, Hello Obama! I am finally proud to be an American!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I wonder how many people who voted for Obama because of his "star' power are regretting at this very moment… That they did not see through the media bias and picked the better candidate.

Hillary for President will/should/must happen!!!

Hillary is now part of the democratic team to defeat McCain! If some of the Hillary supporters cry to vote Mccain, they are really JUDAS and not democrats!

Thank you Hillary for the speech you made in support of Obama!

I AM ONE OF THE VOTERS THAT IS UN-DECIDED ON WHAT TO DO COME NOVEMBER BUT AFTER HEARING HILLARY TONIGHT MADE ME REALIZE THAT IF I WANT TO SEE A REAL CHANGE IS TO VOTE FOR OBAMA. I THINK UN-DECIDED VOTERS NEEDS TO HEAR FROM OBAMA IS I WILL HAVE A PLACE FOR HILLARY CLINTON TO HELP REPAIR AND CHANGE OUR BROKEN GOVERNMENT FOR ALL PEOPLE IN OUR GREAT COUNTRY.

That was a very important question. We as Americans must understand what's at stake in the election. McCain and Bush are one in the same. Let's move the country forward. Democrats, Republicans and Independent must remember that the failed Bush policies hurt us all.

For susan — what exactly are you wanting Obama to do to get your vote? It's not enough that his policies are similar to Hillary's policies? It's not enough that he's been in public service longer than Hillary? It's not enough that he gave Bill and Hillary prime speech spots during the convention?

This is really not that hard of a problem. If you are an issues voter and Hillary was your first choice, than Obama has to be your pick. If you're an experience voter, you should have picked McCain in the first place (even though the experience argument is a red herring that just won't die). If you're a Democrat, then you should pick Obama.

I truly don't understand the logic.

She gave a good speech, but notice the focus was mainly on herself. Her endorsement of Obama was pretty generic…could have substituted any Democrat's name for his if the situation called for it.

But I disagree about Michelle being "authentic." it was pretty obvious she was "toning it down," keeping herself in check. Just compare it to her other speeches over the last year.

As a Hillary Clinton supporter, I will vote for Barack Obama because I'm a team player and I just believe that a Democrat has a better chance of getting our country back on track.

Regarding Hillary Clinton's speech, Obama and Biden have their work cut out for them as she set the bar very high. While watching her speak, I couldn't help but wonder…what might have been…I saw a President speak tonight.

I am so proud to be an American, a woman, and a supporter of Hillary Clinton who secured my vote for Barack Obama tonight. She reminded me of something I needed to hear….this was NOT about her but about the people she shared with us in her powerful speech. She was quite simply phenomenal!!! Now it is time for Obama to pick up the torch she has lit for him and win this election. It is a must for the future of our Country and my young grandchildren. Thank you Hillary for helping me through this decision on who to vote for….No way MCCain.

Apparently, her speech went right over the PUMA's heads.

Besides, she is not the Clinton I'm worried about.

I'm impressed with the originality and creativity in these responses…

I am sold. Sorry fellow PUMA'S this too important for me to sit in. I watched it with 5 other PUMA members and we all were in tears. NO WAY NO MCCAIN!!!!!

I am not a fan of Clinton but I thought the speech was right on. Great woman for this country and I also think she will play a major role in an Obama administration. I see her Secretary of State or in charge of a major effort on health care.

i cant believe how pathetic these hillary supporters are. if you love this woman so much, and you believe in her and her ideas and beliefs, how can you listen to such a beautiful speech in which she pleads with her supporters to vote for Barack and then not go and do that? Is that not illogical? You support this woman so hardcore, yet she asks you to do something, and you refuse, and you actually do the exact opposite and claim you will vote for McCain. I don't know if i am missing something but i just do not understand it.

MICHELLE AND HILLARY BOTH GAVE A GOOD SPEECH HOWEVER, WHAT SPOILS THE END RESULT AND THE INTEGRITY OF OUR NATION IS THE MEDIA EXPLOITING THE VIEWS OF CELEBRITIES SUCH AS MADONNA. HAVE THE MEDIA NOTHING NOTHING MORE TO EXPLORE HERE? A LARGE PERCENTAGE OF CELEBRITIES DO NOT LIVE IN THE U.S.. FULL TIME AS I DO. THEY ALSO SHIELD THEIR CHILDREN FROM TELEVISION AND MOVIES. (THE VERY FOUNDATION THEY WREAP THEIR INCOME FROM). I DON'T HAVE THE LUXURY OF THEIR INCOME AND I CHOOSE TO LIVE HERE IN THE U.S. HOWEVER, EVERYTHING I SEE ON T.V. IS WELL RESEARCHED, WRITTEN BY A PRO AND SOLD TO THE GENERAL PUBLIC IN HOPES IT MAY WIN VOTES. THE ONLY PERSON THAT HAS CAPTIVATED MY ATTENTION AS A MIDDLE INCOME MOTHER OF TWO, HAS BEEN CONDLEEZA RICE. SHE IS INTELLIGENT, I UNDERSTAND HER WHEN SHE SPEAKS, SHE DOESN'T SPEAK OUT OF BOTH SIDES OF HER MOUTH, SHE SIMPLY STATES THE FACTS. FORGET THE HOLLYWOOD CRAP MEDIA. IT WON'T WORK IN THIS ELECTION.

Seeing the article about Rudy saying Hillary should have been the VP pick (as if we should care about Rudy's opinion on this), and then seeing the unrepenting PUMA posts here, is just further proof that most of what you see as angry Hillary supporters are just Republicans trying to stir up divisions amongst the Democrats. If you are a Hillary supporter, than just follow Hillary's words, and not all the other supposed Hillary supporters you hear casting words of dissention.

She made me think. She was awsome! I will now vote for Barack Obama, thanks to her.

I am a Hillary supporter. I was a proud Hillary supporter before the primaries, after the primaries, now and I am quite confident I will continue to support her. Everyone, that's asking for this soul searching needs to understand that a lot of our younger Obama supporter s were introduced to Hillary through the eyes and mouths of the slanted media and some insidious force inside the democratic leadership. She has done her part and with more grace than anyone of us who lost to someone else could ever dig in our gut to come up with. She supports him in the name of the democratic party and to ask her to perform for him to the point she throws herself under the bus is just a bit much. The pundits are already saying she needs to promote him as commander in chief. This one is on Obama. Hillary, you continue to amaze me and I am missing you already.

Hillary is now in the driver's seat and will say and do whatever it takes to become the next Sec. of State or whatever "job" she wants.

Of course it was a good speech. Hillary needs the Democratic Party as much as the Democratic Party needs Hillary. They cannot afford to offend each other.

Sen. Clinton gave a great speech and said everything she needed to say to help Sen. Obama. But I can't for the life of me see why he wouldn't pick her for his running mate. I support Sen. Clinton, and will continue to support her. I feel Sen. Obama should have made her his V.P selection. I ran for Office of Mayor of Denver and received close to 10,000 votes 12.5% of the vote against a very popular John Hickenlopper. I will not endorse Sen. Obama. I think he showed poor judgment in not selecting her, he would of slam dunked the election with her on the ticket. Does he really want to win or not? He has denied the American Public it's First Black President. he also denied the People their First Female Vice President. If and I hope he does manage to win by the skin of John McCain's chinny chin chin, he will do it with out my endorsement.

Danny F Lopez
A proud Democrat
A proud Teamster
A Proud Hillary Supporter

I am an Obama supporter, and have been critical of Hillary during this campaign, but she delivered a home run of a speech tonight. She drilled down to the correct issues, and why it is imperative for us to elect Obama in November. And she did it while standing tall and proud of her accomplishments. She did an outstanding job.

Her speech tonight only reaffirmed that the wrong person was chosen as the nominee. The winner only to be the loser in November. Now more than ever I know that I will NOT vote for Obama. Hillary is so much smarter than he is. Sorry Hillary, but I'm an American before I belong to any party and I simply cannot vote for what I consider the Democrats version of what Bush was 8 yrs ago: Inexperienced, arrogant, and out of touch with the realities of how the world works…

Senator Clinton, I am disappointed. Sound like a great stump speech but your campaigned was not initially about woman rights and in your heart you want McCain so you can be there in 2012. I truly believe this but I am united with all Democrats including you.
I just did not feel you and I tried.

Jeez, you PUMA's are retarded. You don't deserve the right to vote. You're neutering America!

She did exactly what she wanted to do. Shame Barry.

Everyone says she gave a great speech and that he should be elected. That makes no sense. Barry is a dufuss, plain and simple. Her speech was designed to show that. She has the ability to give a great speech and more so than Barry.

The surprise comes tomorrow. Bill is all about Bill and that is never going to change.

I also will never understand how Barry can say anything about being a Christian when he believes so radically about the murder of the innocents. Of course some of the less knowledgeable will want to say that President Bush has murdered our honorable men and women in Iraq. Not so. These brave men and women volunteered to serve this country knowing the risk. Refusing to grant medical help to a child outside the womb is infanticide … and that is what Barry supported in his own words.

The party has not yet begun. Hang on while more of the truth of the racist, radical, prejudice , marxist, socialist, Barry are brought to light. And then there's the debates! He will look like a whipped puppy!

I, nor do I believe America, would have no problem with a black man for President. Just not THIS black man. I don't think that America would have any problem with a woman for President. just not this woman. Give me Colin Powell, Condi Rice, Clarence Thomas, or many others.

But please, give me a leader who understands that what I want I can get for myself. I don't need a government that takes from anyone to give to someone else. Charity begins at home, as it should. That is not what the government is for. When the government acts like Peter Pan then it's called socialism.

No BO, No Joe, No Way!!!

I'm in disbelief that there are some who plan on voting for McCain now, in the hopes that he'll be so bad for America that we'll vote for a Dem in 2012 and Hillary will have another shot. Some Hillary supporters, desperately clinging to a campaign that is over, are willing to risk more of the miserable same, just so that the person who defeated her can't get elected. I suspect that closet racism is a factor here. There's no other explanation for the irrational behavior.

I honestly didn't think I'd ever see the day that Democrats would be bad-mouthing their candidate and threatening to vote Republican in protest. Do you really want to hand the reins over to McCain for 4 years? You're taking one big risk there… letting a guy who's senile 50% of the time and downright psychotic the other 50% of the time run the show for the next four years will be much more dangerous than you're anticipating.

PLEASE do the right thing here. Don't let your hurt feelings and bruised egos get in the way of what should be an easy decision. With Obama in the White House, at the very least there will still be a United States in 2012!

Great lady, Great speech. I had hoped to support her as canidate for pres but I will gladly support her choice. It is our only hope of more years of the McSame.

How on earth could you believe what Michelle and Hillary said? They are both there solely to create an image that is acceptable to voters—their socialist plans do not fly, so they say and do what is necessary to "become" who voters want them to be.

No more republicans disguising themselves as anti Obama supporters. I have to admit and I am convinced that's it's not about Hillary anymore, it's about our country. If we remain optimistic, we can still see her run in 2016..

As far as this former Puma is concerned… I think I have to vote for Obama, I just couldn't see myself voting for four more years of the same ole, same ole

I'm an Obama supporter who is disappointed that Hillary will not be part of the ticket. I have to say that unfortunately the democratic primary was way too negative to have expected an Obama-Clinton ticket. If only the tone of the primary was more positive it would have been a possibility, but by the time we arrived to the point of the Clinton concession the party was deeply divided.

I truley hope the those Clinton supporters above think of our young men and women in uniform who have been committed to serve and many to die as well as the price of fossil fuels before they say they are "willing to wait" another 4 years. Are you willing to personally go FIGHT another useless war and maybe die? Are you willing to squander most of what you make just to get to work? Lets not be hateful in our choices America. Lets choose the party that can best "heal" our wounded country.

Obama/Biden '08

Thanks Hillary, now enough foolishness, vote for issues, vote for content, vote for change. Go Dems. Go Obama.

David, I thought Hillary gave a terrific, well-crafted, but self-serving speech tonight. She should have been more humble and given more substantive arguments to why Obama is the right choice for the next US President. She could have stepped over her own pride to say "Yes we can!" instead of "keep going!". She came across presidential and powerful, and gave the impression of being gracious, but with this speech she is keeping the door cracked open for the 2012 election.

I think she could have done a lot more to endorse Obama. Obama will make a fantastic president and I hope he still wins. But he has a lot of work ahead, including to deliver an equally terrific speech on Thursday. And let's not forget Bill's turn is tomorrow.

I would have loved to have seen Hillary in office and it akes me sad that this will not happen. However, I have come to accept that this, in fact, WILL NOT HAPPEN. Everything that Hillary stands for is the exact opposite of McBush. Thus, for lack of a better option, we MUST vote Obama and hope he has a fraction of Hillary's strength (or puts her in his cabinet) to carry out their collective vision.

no more Hilary supporter in McCain field,only some republicans write commend say they are Hilary supporter who vote for McCain, no more democrats not even think about McCain , becoz she revel us why she run for this election, for what she stand for and fight for,,,,,am proud of Hilary ,,a great leader of democrat,,,,party and country first,,not like McCain bush ,,there pocket and there life first,,,play any dirty game for win,,,no more place in American history for this waste dumps,,, old man no more chance for u ,look at your beer business ,no place in American politics,,,,

If she drove herself twenty million dollars in debt in just a few months….. My GOD!!!!…. What could she do to america in four years?….. You'd better wake up people……. And she still has her day coming in court….. Can you hillary supporters say (Peter PAUL)?…….. The courts know who he is….. But yet hillary can't remember who he is………

as voters we want to see hillary in 2012.. vote for mc caine not for that bozo no exp no records obama..

Anyone still saying that they have yet to see any substance from Obama needs to become a more informed American citizen and do your part to make an informed vote.

You only need to look to his website to find perhaps the most detailed policy plans that any presidential candidate has EVER made available to the public before an election. The internet has enabled us all the make better choices in our lives. Do your part and get informed or you'll have no one to blame for four more years of misery.

Hillary gave a fantastic speech tonight and I hope some of her supporters can heed her words.

Obama '08!

Wonderful, amazing, masterful.. Showed some grace to these OBAMANIACS, it is not time to change president, it's time to change the people, they seem to always get it wrong when it comes to selecting our leaders, case in point (Bush over Al Gore, Bush over Kerry, Obama over Clinton), yep, it's time to change the people. let's bring some other countries' people vote for us down here.

It shoulda, it coulda been Hillary! WE WILL REMEMBER IN NOVEMBER!

Consumate Hillary! This speech will go down in history, as a clarion call to all women…don't stop now! Look at the issues, look away from the obvious, look away from the spin, look away from whatever is holding you back, but hold that line! Keep your eyes on the prize, hold on for whatever advantage gained from our hard work, don't look back…don't stop now…put a Dem in the WH and then we will hold their feet to the fire…oh yeah, Baby! I love you, Hillary, my BFF… head 'em up…move 'em out….and all that other trite BS…including, but not limited to…"Just Do It!"

Don't be fooled by the FAKE Hillary supporters who are supporting McCain. The righties will do whatever it takes to divide our party. With strong players like HRC, Biden, Pres. Clinton, and the Obamas this country is poised to recapture the values, inovation, and respect that we have mad us a world leader.

Obama 08
Hillary on the Supreme Court!!

I have supported Obama ever since Kucinich dropped out of the race, but tonight, I found new respect for Hillary Clinton. She was magnificent. Obama was the better choice for President, and he will be a great president. But Hillary really rocked it tonight. Her question about whether people supported her just for her, or for the causes she stood for should be pondered deeply by her supporters who are saying they will vote for McCain. That is just lunacy, and she knows it and has said so in a very clear way. I especially enjoyed the warm up to her speech by the Governor of Montana. Would like to see more of him.

PUMA's – no one is listening to you after tonights incredible speech by Hillary.

You're either going to stand behind Hillary or turn away from her. And if you all don't understand her point by now, you all never will.

But let's be honest here. . . you PUMA's are actually Repubs in disguise, because a TRUE Hillary supporter wouldn't turn away. Your covers have been blown.

Thanks Hillary for your incredible heartfelt speech!!

Obama/Biden '08

If you heard Hillary tonight (fabulous!), and you're anything close to being a Democrat, and you're voting for McCain, you're no friend of Hillary, you're not close to being a Democrat, and, after tonight, you'll find yourself in a very small room with not a whole lot to cheer about. It's going to get even better.

Hillary didnt say enough good things about Obama????
She doesn't have a personal friendship or relationship with him outside of the common goals of the Party. Why should she say things that are disingenuine and help neither the candidate nor his former rival?????

Hillary offering phony praise to Obama doesn't make him look better!

It scares me that people,(the woman CNN talked to after her speech) would get so emotional that she didn't receive the nomination. Get it together people. "Your personal connection" doesn't equal the right candidate. I have a great personal connection with all my friends but wouldn't vote for any of them for president! They're both good candidates but OBAMA WON!!! So get on board(like Hillary asked) or choose the alternative, sit on the sideline and let the Bush clone run away with the election.

That was the good one!

Some people are saying that Obama was forced on "us".
This is not true.
I and millions of others voted for him.
It's called democracy people.

I am an Obama supporter and I think Hillary's speech was amazing.She was so gracious and funny and had me in tears.I hope all of her supporters will do the right thing for our country and get behind Obama.

I think Hillary's speech was so inspirational. Why anyone could be so selfish to vote for more of the same policies is just ignorant. I guess those voters are not thinking of the millions who are depending on the democratic change that they need to keep going and not fall further behind. I guess some people can't see beyond their selfishness.

i'm not a single parent, nor unemployed, nor without medical insurance, or a female or gay. I'm a pround father of a middle income family. I did not hear Hillary talk about me or the other fathers in married families. Do I not fit the Democrat description. Hillary why did you not talk about us. not a single moment that I hear you talk about the average american.

Hillary should have been the nominee and tonight proved it yet again. MCain '08 and Hillary in '12 !!!!!!

Although I am not a fan of Hillary, I have to say that I was very impressed with her speech tonight. I knew going into the convention that she was the one that will really need to pull the party together and I think that she perfectly achieved that tonight!!!!! Bravo!!!!

MAN, this shows that Hillary should have been the nominee.

Reading all the comments on several places the first thought that comes to my mind- " And The LORD caused them to fight amongst themselves" Do you think you can Break His Laws & Lie,Cheat,Steal,Commit Adultry,Murder & every abomination under the sun Then call upon him to Bless????? Shall you call Good evil & Evil good & acceptable & think he will hear when iniquity is regarded in every heart ? Fill up the cup of your iniquity Babylon For the day of Judgement draws nigh.Laugh & mock on & continue in your ways.
Judgement has been decreed from on high & America will not hear nor repent- Now God will not hear when the destruction comes & the wicked cry out to him. The whole system is corrupt & there is no wellness in it.-The wicked have been warned to repent but will not hear , Chastized but only harden their hearts & stiffen their necks.

No way, no how, NO-BAMA!

The door for the Republicans has been closed.

Hillary made a very inspirational speech. I thought it was especially good in that she didn't showcase herself (well, almost), but instead stressed unity of the party. I am very curious to see how her message pans out in the following days, weeks, and months…. if Hillary supporters will continue to declare their intentions to vote Republican (even when Hillary herself says that this is one of the most foolish things to do). Wait and see…

Brad, did you actually listen to the speech? She mentioned quite a few times that she supports Obama and that he would be a great President. She also outlined what this country needs and she said Obama is the one who can deliver it. She gave an awesome speech but I'm not surprised that Obama's supporters are still unhappy. Frankly, I don't know what else you want from her.

I think she did an awesome job to refocus her supporters on the reasons they were fighting during this campaign. Bush, McCain, Cheney and Rove have been an epedemic to America during the past eight years. This disaster needs to stop. For those who don't care about the furture of this great country, who do not care about their children futre, you can go ahead and hand it over to Mccain so the disaster can continue. If the last eight years have been a complete disaster, then a Mccain administration couple with his age and temperament problems will bring the collapse of this great nation. Watch out China is lurking at the corner working hard to over take us. We can't let this happen. We must join Obama and work for a greater future for America. "No way, No how, No McCain!"

Hillary was absolutely specutacular! She surprised me once again not only because she had given the best speech of her life but more so because of her absolutely unselfish love for her country and for the underpriviledged. Hillary has proven that she is more incredible than she had shown us in the past.

She's magnificent! Why the hell isn't she the nominee???!!!

I voted for Hill in the primaries but McCain now has my solid vote. I'm not joining this Obama cult just because it's the trendy Hollywood thing to do. Hillary did what she had to do to position herself four years from now and she delivered a good speech. However, when the confetti clears, who will be standing there? Who is Barack Obama? I WILL NOT vote for a guy with so little experience, such questionable, racist (and yes, even terroristic) mentors and friends and someone who is a smooth talker. He doesn't even know who he is – voting "present" most of the time instead of taking a stance. He is crafty, he's calculated just what it's taken to get here and I don't trust him.

I DON'T UNDERSTAND WHY Senator Obama, dint pick her for VP they make a wonderful Team together, and that is the change that we really need for this country they both care for these country, but I really think
that Hillary is better than Obama on many ways. The speech phenomenal,

I STILL LOVE YOU HILLARY AND HOPE TO SEE YOU AS THE SECRETARY OF STATE!!!

No Way, No How, No OBAMA…!!! No Way, No How, No OBAMA…!!!

McCain 08

PUMA All the way!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

No Way, No How, No McSame.

If you vote for Hillary before, you are in it for the whole thing… Vote Obama to continue your dream!!!

Democrats 2008

I also agree with refusing to acknowledge the PUMAs aka GOPs in disguise. This was a great night, not only for Democrats, but for EVERYONE that is sick of the Bush Administration and has no intention of throwing our future down the toilet with a McCain Administration.

No way, no how, no McCain!

Obama/Biden 08!

In any election, there needs to be good cops and bad cops. Nominees should be the good cop. Runner ups should be the bad cops, as the Republicans have been. Dems generally are too nice to say anything negative. Clintons, as primary has shown, more than willing to get down and dirty. Dems need more attack dogs and the Clintons are perfect for the role.

I would LOVE to hear thos that say "Go PUMA" Respond to this part of Hillary's Speech!!

August 26th, 2008 11:53 pm ET

“I want you to ask yourselves: Were you in this campaign just for me?

Or were you in it for that young Marine and others like him? Were you in it for that mom struggling with cancer while raising her kids? Were you in it for that young boy and his mom surviving on the minimum wage? Were you in it for all the people in this country who feel invisible?”

…No way. No how. No McCain.

Barack Obama is my candidate. And he must be our president.”

- Hillary Rodham Clinton DNC 8/26/08

A vote for McCain is a slap to Hillary's face and all of her hard work.

We heard the words of her speech tonight. Now let's watch her actions and the actions of Bill Clinton until the end of this election. After all, actions speak louder than words. We'll see the real Clintons yet.

All of you so called Hillary Now MCCain supporters are just racist pretending to be upset about Hillary's loss.

None of you would vote for a Black man, no matter who he were. There will always be an "excuse" to not vote for someone with Black skin. You all need to search your souls and be honest with your selves.

AMERICA — YOU JUST LOST YOUR NEXT GREAT PRESIDENT IN HILLARY

Well, I just glad she's not the VP she would be hard to bet. Nice speech, I wonder when she said proud mother, proud Dem, proud american, But how about a PROUD WIFE. Family Values is huge to me. Sorry!

Ignore the republicans comments. They are just as the devil – they are only here to keep you from doing what is right. Dont even entertain their ignorancel Look right over their comments and laugh! LOL!!!!

Vote Democrat!

Either we stick together or we lose.. its a choice, do you really choose Hillary over unity, our Democratic party and your country. Even Hillary has the intelligence to do the right thing!

Frustrated,

J. Miles

A Great Speech From A Great President To BE! It Is Hillary or nobody. We are ready to fight on the New Jersey Line. Give Em Hell Kid! & best regards to good old black ink Bill, as once upon a time he got us out of debt. How soon some forget. How some never forget! Keep swinging kid as we are with you!

I'm shocked at all of the comments from Hillary supporters who are still on the same train that has not only derailed, fallen over a cliff, but now the engineer has told you to jump to safety before you crash, and even jumped out herself, yet you still hold on for the ride.

This isn't a game you @)_!)&*%, this is about our future, not just about you, your silly grudges or the 50 bucks you put into her campaign!

Grow Up People!! If you voted for her, vote for Obama, they have practically identical policies and views about America's future.

Hillary's speech was brilliant and historic… CNN's coverage was tragic! Why did you cut to the blubbering delegate who can only manage to promise that she won't vote for McCain!! Did I change over to FOX news? Did CNN correspondent stay with her 4 minutes too long? BUZZ KILL. I was hoping CNN would cut to commercial! Mr. Gergen, I hope you TIVOed this and can get an opportunity to be entirely disappointed in your employer. Can you hear the correspondents in the background saying, "enough, enough?"

Democrates Unite– No Way, No How, No McCain!

Someone please tell that sobbing Hillary supporter that Obama's been out of Harvard for over 20 years.

Hilary ; You are a smart lady,I couldn,t belive the words that you said was from your heart. Why you capitulated to OB? 2012 is really important for you? Obama is losing 2008! You will lose 2012.

I was going to vote for McCain after the way the DNC treated Hillary, but she's right, it was never about her, it's about our future. I can't ignore her endorsement only because of how genuine and true it was. I wish we could afford to wait 4 years for Hillary in '12 but we just can't afford to. Even though I am skeptical about Obama he is much better than McCain.

Obama '08 — Hillary '16

I believe Hillary is a good speaker and an even better actor. I believe Obama is a great speaker and is not acting a role. He really means what he says. He is genuine.

Thought this was Hillary's finest hour. The entire time I watched her, I kept saying to myself that this is who should be the nominee of the Democratic party. However, she made it clear to her supporters that their task was to support Obama if they believed in her message and that I shall do.

I would like to say that as a woman had Obama chosen Hillary he would have lost my vote. Obama chose Biden due to his background and how he hasnt allowed Washington to change his beliefs and way of life. I think it was a wise choice. Now for those planning on voting McCain, I truely dont understand why you even vote as it seems you vote for preference and not for policies. Obama and Clinton had such similar policy views but the only difference was one was old Washington (Hillary) and one was new Washington (Obama). I wonder if any of you have ever done community work as Obama did because if you had you would realize how much experience and knowledge you can get from that work. Womens issues are one of the largest differences between Obama and McCain which will pretty much halt for years many womens rights. If you plan to vote please do research instead of listening to others including me. Otherwise you are just voting cause your upset and please if you do don’t complain later if you dont like what you get.

Obama/Biden 08

PUMA folks if you still believe in voting McCain then you were just voting for a beauty contest and not the issues. Hillary did great and I am an independant white woman who votes for issues and not because my first choice didnt win.

Well, after hearing Hillary's speech tonight, there is no longer any doubt in my mind:

I'm voting for Hillary!

Go Hillary!

2012 or even 2008!!!!!!

To Frank from California:
Which speech were you watching? You sound like one of those "famous" Fox news so called analysts.

Right you are, Jen from Portland. And oh, forgive my ignorance, but what the heck does PUMA mean ?

No way! No how! No McCain!

Haters…..go over to the dark side now and let us enjoy a real future.

EXCELLENT SPEECH!! The best speech I have heard from HRC…No more McSame

I believe Hillary did a superb job delivering her message to the American people that we must elect Senator Obama to the White House as President for CHANGE! The only problem I had was after her message that stupid woman who is a Democratic delegate who was on National Television talking about she doesn't know if she will even vote in the election. My question is……Then why are you a delegate if you can't decide if you will vote? My comments to her: Hillary would have made a great President, but she is not the nominee! Some people don't have the power to vote and the issues are still before us. What are you going to do? I say—MOVE out of the way– you are a bad influence on the Democratic Party. Vote her off the Island!

She made it
Its look like Hillary’s convention
She gave very good speech
Thanks
But I can’t imagine any ticket with out Hillary
Life long democrat and Hillary strong supporter will vote for Mc Cain
Hillary 2012 /Mc Cain2008

Kudos to Hillary. Great speech.

If Obama wins the Presidency, Hillary's debt will get retired. She is amazing. She will have a great campaign in 2012 and we will keep a Democrat in the White House.

David, I was one of those critics saying that she played her hand too long and pulled too many cards from the GOP deck and then fueled lingering doubts with a lukewarm "suspension" of her campaign. She EARNED my respect tonight and regained a huge hunk of the leagacy she almost lost – for a story that is not finished and is still being written… courageous to put her life's work FIRST alongside the PARTY and stating without a doubt that the nation cannot withstand another four years of GOP. Obama/Biden is a formidible team of quality and substance.

Yes, great speech by a great American Girl.

But sorry… I knew long before she was kicked to the curb that it was her or McCain for me… not Obama. He hasn't accomplished anything except his focus to rise and along the way played dirty. He's a disgrace. This has NOTHING to do with Hillary for me… it's just he is not the choice for me or America.

Peggy Judy August 26th, 2008 11:49 pm ET

Hundreds of people that I know will still support McCain over Obama in November. It is time for the people to take a stand and show our politicians that we do have the right to our vote and they have no right to trump it. I have never been so ashamed of my party in my life. I have always worn my "Proud to Be a Democrat" gear — until now. I would rather be a Republican (after a lifetime of being a straight Democrat) than support an inexperienced man that I do not trust. At least Michelle can finally be proud of her Country and it only took making millions of us ashamed of our Country's so called democracy in action. The DNC has made the Democratic Party more like Communist. We don't get a choice and our vote gets trumped.

So ignorant. Why would you throw your future away rather than voting for a black man.
THAT SAYS ALOT ABOUT YOU.

Hillary said exactly what the DNC wanted her to say but it's clear her supporters aren't convinced. Experience is better than any Democrat that is running for office.

Hillary was great!

As an 'older' woman I never thought I would be around to see a woman as President. As an African American woman I never thought I'd see an African American as the nominee for President. As an AMERICAN, I don't believe this should be about Barack, Hillary or McCain. For too long we have voted based on who we 'liked' or who was 'like us'. I will vote for Barack, not because he is 'like me' (no one is like me but me) but because he and the Democrats say they will fight to achieve the goals I want to see achieved (end to Iraq war, health care, equal rights for women, a better economy and better education for my grandchildren) and because what he says about what we can do resonates with me. I want ALL of the children in this, our America, to have better lives than I had (that's why I voted for Bill Clinton twice) As Hillary said, we cannot afford to sit on the sidelines or turn to what is not in our best interests because of who we like or who we percieve is like us. I've been voting a long time for folks who weren't like me and I will continue to do so as long as what they want is what I want for my Country and the citizens therein.

Obama's biggest mistake so far was not selecting Hillary for VP. I believed and supported him from the beggining. Hillary was not my candidate. Tonight I am questioning his judgement.

WOW her speech was fantastic and from the mouth of a leader. Biden looked like he was in shock. What was up with Michelle Obama and her mug you would think she would be ecstatic the way Hillary endorsed her husband after losing to him.

Senator Clinton was at her finest hour tonight. Her speech hit all the right marks, and was delivered with great authenticity. I applaud her for her statesmanship and her magnanimity.

Hey David..don't you just love how people have to tear Obama down while they build Hillary up?? They can't just admit that they are both great candidates for different reasons…even after her speech you still have the "closed mind brigade" reading things into her speech that wasn't there…still whining about her being the better choice instead of honoring her wishes and uniting the party…

Is it any wonder why she is still in debt? Her "followers" stopped worrying about her well being a looooonnnnngggg time ago..this is purely about their selfishness and thinking "they" deserve something…I feel sorry for Hillary that "these" are the types of people she has in her corner!!!

Best Speech by Hillary Clinton so far!!!!!!!! I was in tears by the time it was over…I think the country now realizes the mistake the Obamas made in not choosing Hillary for VP!!

I'm an Obama supporter who has nothing but LOVE for Hillary after tonight!

I was wrong about her. She is NOT selfish. She is strong and wise!

I will vote for her anyday for anything!

Obama or Clinton 08 – 12 – 16 and beyond!!!!!

Senator Clinton has a fantastic speech writing team and she can deliver the goods with a sparkling personality, wit and intellect.

However, when she was speaking about her campaign, what she stands for, the issues that are important to her, and the poignant stories of Americans she has met and learned about during her Presidential campaign it struck me she was still trumpeting her campaign and left the door open for 2012.

Her message was spot on, but she left me feeling she is still running for something rather than shifting to a well respected leader of the Democrat party who can ignite and galvanize the crowd for Obama.

Sadly I still believe it was about Hillary.

I just would like to see Hillary in a skirt some time.

Hilary made a great speech tonight; if she had made more speeches like that during the campaign, things might have been different. But she mismanaged her campaign, got desperate and went negative. She helped perpetuate the myth (and it is a myth) that Obama has no substance. I really do believe that tonight when she said she learned a lot from the campaign, she is telling the truth – but I also strongly believe that the best candidate for the job won. And that person is Obama. And to those Hilary supporters who would still vote for McCain just to vote against Obama, I think you have been manipulated to the point where you have lost track of the big picture, and what is best for this country. Obama-Biden 08!

Thank you David/. Hillary made me proud to be a supporter of hers and for Barack No way No how No McCain answers the woman who did the ad for McCain and didn't even know that McCain was not pro-choice. The media hype about disunity is about to be buried.

Hillary gave a great speech! She proved to me all over again why she should be on the ticket as President. I am so disappointed she is not. I know she was right about what needs to be done to fix this country. I believe in her ability to deliver, I still don't know about Obama. I supported Hillary because I believe in her, I do not believe in Obama. He says the right things, but I don't know if he is ready. Hillary did not convince me he is ready. I am so discouraged.
I now consider myself an independent. I will examine both Obama and McCain and give them equal chance. Obama must prove himself to me. Issues are so so important. But in these times, a President must must be ready.

What amazed me most was how she did what she "had to do" — i.e. calling for her supporters to unify and back BO — and she did it without "lying" or betraying her self. The question she asked "were you in this just for me… or" was surely the question she has had to ask herself in these weeks — and answer herself.

I am a strong Hillary supporter and I will vote for Barack Obama not because I believe he will be a better president than she — I don't — but because I have to. We all have to lay our egos aside a little it seems or else the Republicans will prevail.

Obama supporters I beg of you don't gloat and please stop calling her Billary etc. You are actually alienating the very people you need to help you elect your Obama president. Within our own party, we have to treat each other with grace and respect or McCain will win.

"United there is little we cannot do in a host of cooperative ventures. Divided there is little we can do." JFK Innaugural speech

I was a strong Clinton supporter. I too had my doubts about Obama, but I am also a strong democrat. I am a single parent who struggles from time to time and this country's economy will not survive 4 more years of Bush. We need to unite. I wish it were Hillary but if anything maybe she'll be in the cabinet when the Democrats take over!

The Democrats picked the wrong nominee.

Hillary is awesome, brilliant and extremely presidential.

I am very pleased with her speech. I wish people would stop looking at her and her husband as the bad guys. She delivered it and told us as dems to unite and take back the white house that should have stayed ours since 2000.

HILLARY THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING OBAMA. NOW WE NEED TO VOTE TO GIVE WORKING FAMILIES A FIGHTING CHANCE.

NO WAY…….NO HOW……………….NO MCCAIN

Obamabots only praise Hillary when it suits their interests. And they can turn nasty at her any second. They're self-righteous, arrogant and blind. Do they really think they can win back the angry Hillary supporters after trashing Hillary so long? Obama's bid is doomed by you guys' arrogance, his arrogance and his lack of substance. Maybe you Obamabots will wake up when he destroys his chances in November.

Sandy-PA, you and many other stupid blind supporters are the reason why my friends, my colleages and I will vote for Mccain. Watch the fall of "the One".

This speech was fantastic! Hillary did a great job and framed the issue correctly: If you are for the ideals that Hillary's campaign was about, then you MUST vote for Barack Obama in November.

McCain is against nearly EVERY issue of concern to Hillary. He and the extreme right wing (Romney, Guiliani and Hannity) want nothing more than to divide, then dismiss Hillary supporters. If that happens, they will ensure Health care is only for those wealthy to buy it, abortion is criminalized and our environment is trashed for another four years!

Democrats are truly united against McCain and Bush. We are voting Obama-Biden this November.

I'm beginning to wonder how many of these so-called PUMAs on the internet are actually part of Rush Limbaugh's Operation Chaos. If these so-called PUMAs don't follow Hillary's lead now, it's pretty clear that these are people who were never going to support Obama or any other nominee of the Democratic Party for any reason. Such people are not Democrats.

Hillary's speech tonight only solidified the fact that she should be the Democratic nominee for President. I am 62 and have voted in EVERY election since I was eligible to vote. My conscience will not allow me to vote for either McCain or Obama. I WILL write in Hillary Clinton's name at the final election!!!

Dems really blew it. HRC should have been the nominee. Great speech and a pretty good woman. BHO is gonna struggle on after this. Bad pick taking Joe for #2.

To: Unsatisfied PUMA

What Hilary's supporters fail to realize is that her supporters alone cannot get her into the WH in 2012. Regardless of who wins in November and if Hilary decides to run again in 2012, she will need Obama's supporters as well–be careful, what goes around comes around.

And another thing, I hope that she runs a better campaign her next time around because at the end of the day it was not Obama that caused her the nomination, it was her poorly run campaign for the nomination and her supporters need to take their blinders off and recognize that well known and well documented fact and Hilary herself also needs to stop being in denial and realize that she alone is responsible for the disaster that was her campaign.

I am watching the DNC and am missing Tim Russert. Tim I wonder what you are thinking….

To the woman who is over dramatic. She should look at the leaders of MSFT, Google, Yahoo!.

I saw that Hillary supporter almost in tears talking like a fool. I'm really trying to understand her insanity… But then again there is the problem.

Please vote, OBAMA 08

get it together people

Hillary did a fantastic job tonight. She spoke the truth from the heart.

A great speech. However, I believe that many of Hillary's supporters, (particularly the black woman interviewed immediately after speech), needs some serious COUNSELING.

Love that line from Hillary. "Were you in it for me?" or The real cause.

Obama/Biden 08/12

Hillary Clinton is a true inspiration, the most amazing presidential candidate of my lifetime. I am honored to stand beside her in wholeheartedly supporting Senator Obama in November.

Sen. Obama: we're still a little sore about the VP choice, but Secretary of State Clinton doesn't sound too bad.

I wasn't planning on voting for Obama, but after that speech, I'll do what my girl says and vote for him.

He had better be nice to her from now on. Seriously. You all had better be nice to her. Because she really was the stronger candidate.

He'll get my vote this time around. Next time? Let's see what the next four years bring.

BREAKING NEWS

BLITZER HAS NAMED HILLARY CLINTON THE NEXT PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES !!!!!

Hillary proved again why she is the better candidate for president. Obama knows full well choosing her as the VP would eventually make even his most ardent supporters realize this.

I have always been a Hilary supporter, but she is right, I am in this not for just her but for my children. I'm on the brink of choosing Obama, but still after this, shame on you Obama for not picking Hilary for your VP. She just delivered you the convention, so I hope you acknowledge that and show her the respect she deserves.

We are the UNITED Democrats of America!
Thank you Senator Clinton – thank you!
Now, lets go kick some Republican Arse!!!!!

No way – No how – NO MCCAIN!!!!! W00-H00!!!!!

This is why Hillary should have the one being nominated on Thursday! Go PUMA!

Great speech Hillary. Bringing home what the priorities of this election are all about. No Way,No How, No McCain..The Democratic party is the party for women and will best serve the interest of women in her view. NO WAY,NO HOW,NO McCain.

Yes, this election is about causes, but it's not just about promoting Democratic values – - it's about restoring competence to governance, versus the dangerous incompetence displayed for the past eight years: The President turns a surplus into a whopping deficit, the VP makes sure that energy companies are well-compensated, the EPA is not allowed to protect the air, the FDA can't ensure safe drugs, FEMA can't handle crises, scientists aren't allowed to publish the truth to protect the earth from global warming, and all the behind-the -curtain manipulation is cloaked in lost e-mails. This election is about restoring a governing system that works to solve the real problems we are facing and restore our faith in the future.

Here comes the Republicans.

WHY ARE THE MCSAME SUPPORTERS CRITICIZING HILLARY FOR A GREAT SPEECH.

THEY NEVER GIVE UP. HILLARY GAVE A GREAT SPEECH.

WE——ARE——ONE! UNITED—–DEMOCRATS!

HILLARY WILL MAKE A GREAT (SECRETARY OF STATE).

Hillary Clinton is one of the most magnanimous and courageous women of our time. She will and has emerged as a hero of American politics. Thank you Hillary for clearing a path and uniting our party!

Hillary's speech was of presidential quality! As a woman, it saddens me to see that Hillary is not on the ticket as a president nor vice president. I agree with everything that Anne Price Mills said tonight in her interview on CNN..Obama is going to have to win me over, because my dissapointment is overwhelming that he chose Joe Biden as his running mate. It gives me great pause on how I will proceed with voting in November.

I also second the comment that Earl from Manchester, WA has written (above), the wrong senator is on the presidential ticket.

Clinton didn't have to say she supported Obama. Clinton simply needed to say a vote for McCain is a vote to sacrifice the future of our daughters and granddaughters at the alter of the GOP ultra conservative wing.

Everyone knows the Clintons don't want Obama. But Obama is the nominee, so they have to move forward with the party if they want a future in politics.

I am an Obama supporter who is excited to make a contribution to Hillary tonight for retiring her debt, and would support her in 2016 happily. She knocked it out of the park, and convinced my PUMA family members (3) that she really does want him to win. Thank you for working to unite the party and help us defeat McCain, who is more of the same.

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One House, One Spouse
Obama/Biden 2008
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I am not a Hillary supporter but tonight she did a great job of uniting the Democratic party. Her 'followers' need to get over themselves now and either vote for Barack or stay home on election day. Her line about No Way, No How, No McCain was a great line and she gave a great speech. Good for you Hillary.

I believe she did fantastic…the body language of Bill Clinton was quite interesting though, can't wait to hear what others say about his body language.

Bill Clinton ruined her chances – he's ruining himself with his pouting.

Poor sports.

Tonight we seen the death of the PUMA "LOONIES".

I must say that I was so proud to be a woman tonight after hearing Hillary's speech. She proved how humble she is by standing there and proudly representing Barack. I think it says a lot for our Nation that we are coming together.

HILLARY 2012!!!

Screw Obama.

To "Hillary Your Are the Woman!!!"
People like you are the reason people in other countries think Americans are stupid. You sit there and listen to what your idol wants you to do, then you do the opposite? Idiot. If you really support someone you do what THEY want you to do, which is vote for Obama. If McCain gets in we're all screwed, you in the US and us abroad.

I am for something bigger and I thought she could provide that better then anyone else. At the same time, I feel that Obama can provide that better then McCain, if he does get the nomination.

I will not give up the fight like others. I will not let what she has fought for, and continues to fight for, be wasted, or lost, like others, on a vote for McCain.

Hillary you are a strong and amazing woman that has my support, but more important then that the rights and freedoms that we BOTH believe in will always have my support.

Obama 08

Give it up Pat Buchanan, Hillary was great and we are united. Your planted republicans carrying the Hilliary signs can go home now and tell big daddy cain…No way! No how! No Mccain!

Is it me being paranoid or do I sense some republicans on coke desperately and still trying on this blog to divide that wonderful democratic spirit that has been demonstrated this evening ? I mean, the woman said: vote for Obama. Anyone who favored her should (and I'm pretty sure will) vote for the issue, that is, out with the warlords…

Hillary will make a great president!!! If she had delivered speeches like this during the democratic race>she would be the nominee. I am a republican but I bet tonight republicans every where are glad Obama is DNC nominee> he will be so very easy for McCain to beat!!!!! Hillary would be another story!!!!! I am proud of her!!!

yes america has always asked us to stand for a cause greater then our on self interest Hillary showed her supporters as well as McCain and his supporters that we as demacrates most stand together or we will fall together I give my thanks to Hillary for doing what i think is all she could to bring her supporters to the right side.

TO THE PEOPLE LICKING CRUST OFF OF HILLARY'S SHOES ITS OVER PEOPLE GIVE IT UP OR LOSE A NATION !

OMG… I LOVE HILLARY!!! She commanded the night! She stole the DNC thunder! No wonder BO didn't pick her as the VP. He'd be sooooooooooooooooooooooo in her shadow!

Her speech pissed me off because it was yet another example of why we NEED her to be our president; and how the sexist media and corrupt caucuses stole this election from her whilst the freakin' DNC stood idly by.

I loved the part about fighting for what you believe in, no matter what lumps you take, or threat you come upon, to keep keeping on!

"Were you in this just for me or were you in this for the larger causes?" That's PUMAs question, now, to Hillary?

As an Obama supporter I'm very grateful for Hillary's determined remarks in support of Barack Obama. Healing the wounds of the Democratic Party is crucial to a Democratic victory in November. There can be no doubt whatsoever about her sincerity and her desire to convince her supporters to back the nomination of Barack Obama!

What I saw and heard was a speech that she HAD to make and she did it exceptionally well, as far as it went. I saw a strong endorsement for traditional Democratic ideals and programs. I saw the obligatory attack on the opposition and I saw a great deal of talk about what SHE had wanted to accomplish.

What I didn't see was a strong endorsement for Barack Obama. She barely talked about him. Time will tell if this was enough to bring her supporter's back into the fold. I have my doubts.

Hillary Clinton is fantastic. She is the most dynamic speaker in this election.
As I watched her tonight I couldn't help but remind myself what a missed opportunity this has been.
She truely is the best candidate and she would have been president.
I doubt very much that Obama will be.

Hillary was fabulous tonight! I hope some of Hillary's supporters who planned to vote for Bush 3 will change their minds and board the Obama train.

Hillary was perfect. She asked her supporters to vote for Barak. They will. On the other hand, her cult-like followers, who are still stupid and stubborn enough to think this election is about Hillary, not America, will still vote for McCain. If this country does to go "hell in a handbasket", it will be their fault.

If you still have doubt, so is your future if you not get involved.
Have complained about foreclosers, gas prices, jobs sent overseas, a family member being laid off, overworked and under paid.? If you answered yes to one or more – YOU SHOULD BE VOTING DEMOCRAT! Nothing will change for the better if a Republican is in the office.

Hillary Rossen mispoke! How can she say that John McCain is for alternative energy? While watching CNN I was in disbelief? Wow! We need our commentators to speak consistently. Please?

Hillary delivered a good speech but she certainly didn't endorse the notion that Obama is NOW ready to be president. She gave us a list of reasons why she ran for the presidency and then rubber stamped Obama's name on the end of the list. Tepid at best, I would say.

Hillary Rodham Clinton gave an exceptional speech! She definitely rose to the occasion and gave the democratic convention want it needed, UNITY!! Hillary Clinton has drawn a line in the sand for her supporters. Time will tell, why they supported Clinton in the primaries.

It's naive of Dems to think of Hillary negatively – Don't you see?

If Barack is elected, she will have quite a role to play in his presidency! It's so obvious – he needs her experience, since during the Clinton presidency, so much was accomplished… ex. the budget was balanced, remember, and we actually had a surplus (for which congressman argued over the appropriate spending measures)!

I am recovering still from Hillary's speach.
I have supported her all throughout her campaign and now, it is time to begin the process–the process of accepting that my investment, as well as millions of other Americans' investment on Hillary, will not blossom in the way we all hoped it would.
God Bless Hillary Clinton. Forever grateful to her.
But now, Obama 2008!

love hillary.. but not changed my mind, im a puma pa girl, but im going vote for mccain!!!!!!!!!!! hillary 2012

I think it's not too little, it was great, but very likely too late.

Definitely doesn't help that the rumor of Bill not attending Thursday came out right as her speech started.

If Obama loses in November, I will still blame the Clintons as much as I will blame him.

I wonder just how many of these "Hillary Supporters from McCain" are actually paid McCain posters.
I wouldn't doubt it.

If they aren't paid McCain supporters, than they are just plain morons.
Hillary Clinton was beautiful. I admire her and her cause. What did you not understand about what she said?

I don't want to be drafted. I don't want any more war. I don't want any more American hatred. I don't want any more of my life dictated by false fear. I want a future where the Earth is still beautiful. I want to be certain my body will be taken care of even if my wallet is not. I want my liberties – every last one of them. I want Obama, and you should too.

She is a real Democrat!!!!!!!!!!! She was very much believed. I am an Obama supporter and was skeptical that she would miss a beat, but I must say she made me so proud of her. She was my first choice in the beginning and then I felt she went too negative and I turned my support to Obama. It doesn't matter in the end about your mistakes along the way it matters how you end something. I will vote for her when she runs again and I hope she does.

No way
No how
No McCain

Obama/ Biden 08

This one speech by Senator Clinton was better
than all the thousands of speeches and millions of words by Senator Obama. She is presidential and he will never be.

I will never vote for a Democratic candidate again and I started in 1960. The democratic party turned to socialism with Obama.

I can't help to wonder why Hillary wasn't vetted. Obama had the means to vet her, just for the sake of the "UNITY" theme that he wants everyone to believe in. He should of vetted Hillary and still pick Joe Biden. Obama should of also called Hillary after he picked his running mate. Its a slap in the face to 18 million voters. I was with Obama 110% until last Friday when I heard that Hillary wasn't on his "so called short list" Shame on you Senator Obama you might of destoyed the part instead of uniting the party.

No how. No way. No Obama!

I am a Hillary supporter who was planning to vote for McCain. I will now grudgingly vote for Obama, and encourage other PUMAs to do the same. (Perhaps after Thursday, my vote will become less "grudging.")

We love you Hillary!

THE LIMBAUGH FAKES ARE OUT IN FORCE !!!!!!!

Gergen – the Limbaugh "fakes" won't be coming home to the dem party – you all forgot how many there are. They love pill-poppers, they'll vote for McWarmonger and his Botox Barbie (you finish the sentence) ………….

just more of the same from a clinton. they can look you in the face and lie to you. this was just a show to cover her rear-end so she can remain viable in politics. i can't believe how many of you felt she was being honest. the truest oxymoron = an honest clinton! how can she even pretend to back obama when she said such vile things about his ability to lead only a couple of months ago? she had high praise for mccain, and now she wants to defeat him? remember folks, she is the one who said obama wasn't prepared to lead and become potus. this is just another dog and pony show from the best in the business! clinton's, please GO AWAY FOREVER!!!

What does it matter if he has experience? What good is experience if McCain does everything wrong for this country? Just like Bush… 8 years of bad decisions for this country.. He has proven that experience does not matter if he is not working for the people…. Look at the creator of Microsoft Bill Gates..didnt know crap about building and programing systems but he knew how to hire the people to build the program and the creators the team.. He put them together and made a profitable, Global Giant…. You dont need experience just good judgement… He has proven that the people with good and long experience voted for the war.. The man that did not have experiences voted against the war…. Understand good judgement is what is needed not experience.. and Obama has good judgement…

Hillary's speech tonight has really helped me to heal tremendously!

Thank You and God Bless you Hillary!

Hillary want to be President, and she does not want Obama. Obama does not have experience and just because you write great speeched does not make you a great leader. The speech seek to me as thought she had to support Obama, and that she mentioned not one word about Obama experience, because he had none. Hillary 2012 is what going to happen. The analyst need to stop saying what a great speech it was for Obama. It was a speech for Hillary Career not Obama future.

Simply incredible Hilary…now let's all get together behind Obama. We don't want 4 more years or the last 8 years.

NO WAY, NO HOW, NO MCCAIN!!!!!!!!!

Nice job Hillary …

now if you and Bill stump with Barack in Appalachia to "unring the bell" for some of the more inflammatory things that you said, I , a long time Barack supporter, would be able to support you in the future.

One could see the regret on Michelle Obama's face. WHY WASN'T SHE ON THE TICKET?! She has the energy, drive, and following to win DA!

I have, throughout the primaries, been an ardent Obama supporter, but tonight my view of Hillary changed. Tonight I have realized that she is an American hero who will be a champion in the Senate for for all those issues that we as democrats hold so dear to us. Hillary gave the speech of a lifetime on behalf of not just Barack Obama but the future of our country.

Hillary Clinton, thank you for everything. You will be instrumental in moving us forward and reclaiming the American dream.

Obama-Biden '08 and Democrats for Americas Future!

Hilary presented in extremely well. She was genuine. However, there
are people who are doubt , or are disillusioned, like the last African
American Women with the Shirley Temple Curls. She missed the
entire meaning to Hilary's speech. She appeared confused, and in the state of shock. She didn't get the point, that Hilary's speech was not meant to be "Presidential", as the woman said, but a speech to wake the people up, promote unity, and in support of Mr. Obama. There will be other like her, who may avoid voting! It does not follow logic to me.

Gayle
corrected

Like you, I believe this to have been the up-to-the-moment finest hour for Hillary. I thought that for about two minutes she was softening the ground for a 2016 campaign, but she would be about McCain's age now if she were to run. Maybe she was doing some early campaigning for President Chelsea. No less, there was not a dry eye in the house, I so appreciated everything Hillary has ever done either in or out of office and yes I did vote for Hillary and would again, but I have a job to do, I have to vote in a Democrat as President; I owe it to my country.

The previous baseball metaphore was both true and sadly funny.

Thanks Senator Clinton! I was sure the pundits were working on behalf of the republicans, however, I knew you were a real American first and then a Democrat. Purrfect!

If supporters of Hillary still voice for John McCain, then they were never for Hillary. She gave an incredible speech and if this does not change the minds of the PUMAS, then they will deserve what they get. I have never seen so much unintelligent people, no wonder we are 19th in world literacy. There are a lot of dummies in this country.

NO WAY!!!!

NO HOW!!!!

NOMCCAIN!!!!

How ya like her now Repug losers ?!?!?!?!
Hillary told you what she thinks of you and your canidate!!!
How ya like her NOW!!!!!!

I believe that is the real question. I think Hillary Clinton might of made a great president and still might in the future but the gravity of the situation is we can no longer tolerate business as usual in Washington. If you truly care about the direction we take in the future, it is time to put to rest the differences in the democratic party and unite. 4 more years of republican party rule will be disastrous to the American way of life as we have come to know it. It's that simple.

There's no doubt Senator Clinton is a brilliant woman who can give a great speech. Nevertheless, there's much more to being a great President than being able to give a great speech. After all, didn't she vote to rubber stamp President Bush's desire to wage war in Iraq? Representative Kucinich for all his wacky antics was right when he said earlier that America needs to "wake up." We need to stop being lured by the siren song of slick politicians and vote on substance, not self-aggrandizing speeches.

Mr. Gergen,

I could not agree with you more. I’ve been waiting for this Hillary. She stood proud, intelligent, provocative, and one who unified rather than divided. I thought her speech was masterful in stating the reasons she ran and, as well, the reasons she supports Obama. She challenged us by asking, “Were you in it for me or for them?", referencing a Marine, woman with Cancer, etc.

So tastefully done and I can say I am now very proud of Hillary. I pray Bill can deliver more of the same. After a nastily fought and lengthy Primary, Hillary has certainly raised a standard for all marginal Obama supporters to follow.

The Dems are not bitter but better!

wow, the hating on Fox news is laguhable, stop drinking the kool aid. Fox News tells it like it is for both sides.

Barack Obama
One house
One spouse

Unsatisfied PUMA,

You missed the point. Completely. There is no saving you.

Go make an honest voter of yourself and call yourself what you really are: a stealth Republican.

Hillary gave a spendid speech! Wow! She should be our next president!

However, necessity forces me to vote for McCain this time around because Obama is sadly lacking in credentials, experience, character and judgment. Therefore, in all good conscience, I can't vote for him.

As they say….country first, party second.

Hopefully HIllary will run again in 2012…..and be elected President! I can't wait!

She gave a great speech! But, it seems there are still supporters of hers that can say she gave a great speech but didn't really listen or understand what she was saying. If we don't keep McCain out of the White House, it won't matter if Hillary runs in 2012 because by then Amercia will be a third world country.

PUMA'S, TRY USING THAT BRAIN GOD GAVE YOU. And, remember, Hillary didn't write her speech, she read it off a teleprompter just like every other politician and it was written by speech writers.

Go Obama/Biden

I HAVE BEEN A DEMOCRAT ALL OF MY 52 YEARS, BUT I WILL NOT VOTE THIS TIME ,BECAUSE SEN. CLINTON IS NOT ON THE TICKET

I'm a Mike Huckabee supporter and I AM VOTING FOR OBAMA.

Never. Read my lips … NEVER would I vote for John McInsane

It's about time that there was some actual ENERGY and intensity from a speaker- this convention has been a snooze-fest for the most part. Whatever happened to the whole "fierce energy of NOW" meme, anyway?

WE ARE NOT UNITED! PLAIN AND SIMPLE!

Well done Hillary.

The party and the Country is proud of you.

Go Obama

I have been a Clinton supporter……sitting on the fence…I was actually considering NOT voting at all. After tonight I feel it is my duty to vote, despite the fact that my candidate has stepped aside to let someone else's light shine. Lets get behind Barrack…..and change America.

I will say she is a fantastic speaker….

however…

I can see how she would convince someone who doesn't pay attention to anything. Anyone who knows how to think for themselves is aware of all the crap the was mixed into her rhetoric.

I suppose it takes that kind of speech to get her campaign debt paid off.

“I want you to ask yourselves: Were you in this campaign just for me?

Or were you in it for that young Marine and others like him? Were you in it for that mom struggling with cancer while raising her kids? Were you in it for that young boy and his mom surviving on the minimum wage? Were you in it for all the people in this country who feel invisible?”

…No way. No how. No McCain.

Barack Obama is my candidate. And he must be our president.”

- Hillary Rodham Clinton DNC 8/26/08

A vote for McCain is a slap to Hillary's face and all of her hard work.

Disregarding some of the disillusioned PUMA/Republicans on here, I think that Hillary did a very good job and now I am ready to contribute to help with some of her debt.

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Hillary went above and beyond the call of duty tonight, and once again, made me proud to be an American and a woman. I share the feelings of the delegate interviewed on the floor following Hillary's speech. I feel very strongly that I made my choice for president when I voted for Clinton. If Obama wants my vote he has to earn it, and so far, that hasn't happened.

Enough from the GOP comments hiding behind PUMA credentials.

Leadership is the process of influencing others in such a manner as to accomplish the mission!

Obama/Biden '08

To all Clinton and Obama supportes let relish in this moment! Don't even waste time to reply to the posters who state they will vote for McCain. This is a great moment for us lets not bring it down by acknowledging the Debbie Downers of the ticker! I'm excited!

United Democrats are what the Republicans fear most. McCain the so called "Maverick" who voted with Bush 95% of the time is not what I call change for the better but for more of the same failed policies.

I think her speech tonight was absolutely right on the mark. There seems to be a consistent push on the part of the CNN analyst team to press this "Hillary or nothing" idea as being viable. You may call this focus investigative reporting but I find it tiring and uncalled for. The Democratic Party has always been known for being devisive but they will pull it all together and win the White House in November. Thanks for the opportunity to post a comment.

It was a good speech David, although I would have liked just one sentence 'renouncing' her campaign statement re John McCain's qualification to be commander in chief. She could have even done it in a humorous fashion. But her direct plea to her supporters was effective I think. It will be interesting to watch Bill Clinton tomorrow. I have my doubts re the job he'll do. His ego appears to be boundless; so artificial.

Typical Hillary speech, it was all about her,,, HELLO the idea is to get Barrack elected not to make Hillary look good,,, The Clinton disease runs deep in this family,,,

HIllary took care of business unlike Michele and that face she had when a true leader "our President spoke."

Sen. Clinton was nothing short of brilliant this evening. Tonight we saw the real deal. She is in the upper tier of our Nation's most talented leaders and look forward to supporting her continuing work in leading our country.

I've always been a Sen. Clinton supporter and will vote for Sen. Obama. For those of you who will not vote for him, you need to search much deeper within yourselves and ask why. Is this about you or America?

No Way-No How-No McCain! Defeat the McBush Twins!

I am NO Clinton fan by any means. I was almost tempted not to watch it, but I turned it on anyhow. I was almost standing up in my living room for her to applaud her. She was amazing. Not that I totally believe she and Bill are over it yet, but what she said meant a lot as an Obama supporter, that convinces me even if she's not personally over it, she is an adult and will do what's right for this party, like she promised to do. I am proud to be a fellow Democrat – a real one like Clinton, Obama and Biden. I hope he gives her some great position in his cabinet. I just hope others really heard what she had to say and take it to heart. I did. No more Clinton bashing from me. But, I would urge others to start having real conversations on these blogs; no name calling from Obama and Clinton supporters,but I doubt that will really change.

DEMS 08!

Today I am convinced that some of the so called Hillary supporters are indeed Republicans. I just saw a die hard Hillary supporter who was almost in tears say that even though she cannot make up her mind, she definitely cannot vote for McCain.

If you are one of her supporter's who will, how would you explain that to her?

David,

What struck me by Hillary's speech is that at 3:00 am I would have been very confident that she answered the call. After hearing her tonight I am struck by the contrast between her and Obama and I can only say, "no way, no how NoBAMA!"

I am, and have been an ardent Hillary supporter. But she is right, I did it for the cause, not just for her…. it was for the future. Maybe Barack should think about THE HILL for Sec. of State!

If you want McCain now all of you Clintonistas, maybe you should listen to her now If Obama loses, she will never get any votes from the people behind Obama now in 2012…

Get behind a cause and not a person, you want Bush again vote McCain, and if he gets in, I will never vote for Hillary in 2012…

Make your choice because by 2016, the last democrat president will still be Bill…WAKE UP!!!

Sen. Clinton delivers in a big way.

I have been a skeptic of Sen. Clinton for some time in regards to her sincerity to back Sen. Obama. Tonight she struck a cord in me with her speech…What a speech! She clearly put party and country ahead of self tonight. Any of her backers that do not support Obama-Biden after hearing her words should seriously examine themselves. Well done Sen. Clinton, you came up big for your party tonight. We have runners on base, with the muscle of the lineup still on deck, Bill Clinton, Joe Biden and cleanup hitter, Barack Obama. Go Dems.

David – it's funny how you now have nothing but praise for Hillary Clinton when all you did was bash her and criticize the Clinton's during the primary. The difference – during the primary she was on the attack against Obama and now she's on his side. It is obvious to me and millions of other Americans that you are promoting a hidden agenda – that being to get Barack Obama elected president. You have lost all credibility with me and many others who can see right through you.

…Bravo

MK? Have you ever listened to Michelle Obama speak or is your only source of "facts" Hannity? Angry? Failures? Mediocre?

Pat yourself on the back MK, you've just made your country proud with that idiotic comment!

She almost caused me to lose my dinner….. I bet those words of praise tatsed mighty nasty to her….. Self centered egotistical person she is…. One more night of the clintons, And I pray thats the end of having to hear from either of them ever again….. At least until her day in court In November…..

OBAMA 2008…….

Hillary you did a Great Job! I am very proud of you even though I have been critical of you in the past mostly because of all the negative things that have been said. But its time to forgive and forget. No way, No how, No Mccain great line. Get going and win in November!!!!!

Obama/Biden08
Hillary 2016!

I am recovering still from Hillary's speach.
I have supported her all throughout her campaign and now, it is time to begin the process–the process of accepting that my investment, as well as millions of othes Americans' investment on Hillary, will now blossom in the way we all hoped it would.
God Bless Hillary Clinton. Forever grateful to her.
But now, Obama 2008!

It's nice but I do believe what she said earlier that Obama doesn't have the experience to execute these well. He might have the visions but doesn't have the credibility

Nothing what Hillary said today convinced me that from the time of the primary till today, what has changed and what made Barack become a formidable candidate especially when it comes to his experience.

Many voters are concerned about Barack's lack of experience and nothing tonight can convince me otherwise.

I thought Hillary's speech was nothing short of stunning. Truly a side to her I didn't know existed. I have gained so much respect for her as a result! She swallowed her pride and hopefully all of those "supporters" of hers who think voting for McCain will prove some sort of point will follow her lead and do what's best for our country instead of what's best for our pride. I can't imagine how difficult it must've been to deliver a speech like that with such high hopes of being the president. You could almost see the disappointment in her face when she said she couldn't wait to see Obama sign a universal health care plan into action. Something she has worked so tirelessly for. I applaud her for doing something that was so desperately needed and hopefully this can be a stepping stone as we move on and up to better things under the leadership of Barack Obama.

Hillary,

Asked the right question!!!! Now Hillary supporters, stand up as a true Democrat not a Mcainocrat.

Hillary said what she needed to say tonight, and she did it in a great way. She never gave up who she is and how far she came, but she showed that party what we all need to hear: Unity!

i wrote something awesome about hillary and how great she was and you didnt post it cause i wasnt bad mouthing her hey guess what cnn you can suck it…how about posting that you dorks

I have never been a fan of Senator Clinton. I never trusted her; and from day one had supported everyone else on the Democratic Party line. But tonight Hillary R. Cilton knocked my socks off. Bravo Senator Clinton BRAVO!

No Way ,No how , no McCain
I am a Hillary Supporter, One of the most moving , heart filled , and strong speeches I have ever heard .May the Lord Jesus guide us and be with us in one of our most critical times in our Nation, and that we make a wise decision. Thank you Hillary!!!

To Unsatisfied PUMA

Dude, your done. lol Hilary said it. No way, No how, No McCain.

You are a Republican. Your done. We know it. Your leader donated $500 to McCain and $0 to Gore in 2000…. your done.

Hillary did what she was suspose to do and did a good job in attempting to bring the party together. I liked when she said basically it is not about her it is about all Democrates. This was a good night for the Democrats and they have to run with and continue to build on it. If every Democrate start to realize that it is not only about them, and women's rights then we can take back the office. If we Democrates do not take back the Washington this year, then I will bet that a Democrat will never be President again. Bush is the worse present ever and if another republican takes office in 2009 then they will probably hold office for the rest of my adult life and I am 46 years old.

HILLARY'S SUPPORTERS WHO VOTE FOR MCCAIN IS NOT WORTHY TO BE AN AMERICAN.

Hillary Rodham Clinton moved me to tears tonight. She is the best! She delivered a very graceful speech and endorsed a former rival. Very few people can accept a tough loss and still be so graceful.

Obama needs to step up because the bar has been raised much higher.

Joba

america missed its opportunity,,,,,she is a great leader…the best of her generation and possibly better than bill…..she is an amazing american….selfless….and united….

signed a PUMA

Hillary was awesome. As much as I admire and respect her, I will never vote for a man like Obama. No way, No how, No Obama.

Democrate for McCain

She gave the bare min for Obama. No personal Endorsement. No comments on his character. She never even said he'd be a great president., just "vote for him."

This is the Hillary we all knew, the Hillary her supporters saw during the primaries.

How convenient for the Obama folks to finally realize it.

It just goes to show that she deserved to be the nominee, and would have been a great President! I loved when the applause went on and on, and the MSNBC cameras caught Bill applauding and mouthing the words "I love you" over and over to her.

Life is so disappointing. She should have been the nominee.

Obummer.

Any Hillary Supporter who still is a Puma or will vote for McCain after tonights speech really is a Republican. She did well in my view. But bear in mind the theme of the speech was No way No How No McCain, Support Barack Obama.

I thought she did a great job. I think that the comment to her base, which I am one of, about just supporting her or supporting the party really hit home with me. I would hope that the hardcore Clinton supporters that are even thinking about voting for McCain would ask themselves the same question.
It is about change, and about taking back the country.

Hilary presented in extremely well. She was genuine. However, there
are people who are doubting, or are disillusioned, like the last African
American Women with the Shirley Temple Curls. She missed the
entire escense of Hilary's speech. She appeared confused, and in the state of shock. She didn't get the point, that Hilary's speech was not ment to be "Presidential", as the woman said, but a speech to wake the people up, promote unity, and in support of Mr. Obama. There will be other like her, who may avoid voting! It does not follow logic to me.

Gayle

Hillary delievered a great speech and should be congratulated.

Anyone who CLAIMS to be a former HRC supporter that still plans to vote McCain just lost all logical justification for their choice. They have been stripped down by Queen Hill to show who they really are: Republicans!!!!

No McCain!

Obama/Biden 08

I think Hillary should have made the case for why we should vote FOR Obama instead of just why we SHOULD NOT vote for McCain.

I am sure the Republicans are going to point out that she didnt list any of Obama's positives in her speech.

She could have done better. But I think her ego got in the way.

The Republicans are saying Hillary did not say Barack was ready for presidency. This speech was not for the Republicans. It was for her supporters. She wanted to point out the things she so believed in and has worked hard for, for many years. She was reeling her supporters in and driving the point home that Barack believes in the same thing that she does To join Barack Obama and that voting for McCain would go against all their hard work.

Brilliant speech given by a brilliant person! This is one for the record books. Hillary made Obama look like a fool to be in national politics. He's not even in the same league.

the ignorant say: "The ONLY reason many of her supporters were voting for Clinton was because she was a woman. That is so stupid. "
You've been listening to too much talk radio. This simply is the result of you not going beyond the meme. I supported Clinton after years of disliking her. I had to look at the reality that she might be president and investigate her past. She has been lied about more often than not. She does have a gawky haughty nature that works against her better interests, but sorry to disagree with your judgement, it isn't just because she is a woman. It is because she was more qualified and was only being impeded because she was a woman and because as that punk Tucker Carlson illustrated through his hate for his mother, "she reminds me of my mother". Think before you project.

Some Hillary supporters still show their ignorance. I left the Democratic party to become an Independent by the end of the Clinton years because I believe the Democratic party tolerated bad values. It seemed like anything Bill Clinton did was OK. Values DO matter. 'I have much more respect for Hillary than Bill. If Obama was not in the presidential race,I would eventually choose Hillary even though she is not my first choice. I liked McCain back in 2000 when he WAS the real maverick. He has cut too many deals and he is not now nothing more than a BUSH clone. NO WAY NO HOW, NO John McCain.

Hillary certainly did a great job. If Hillary's supporters don't follow her, that's them. She did her part.

Barack Obama, you have a tough act to follow after these great presentations. Kennedy was great. Michelle Obama was great. Hillary Clinton was great. It's definitely feels good to be a Democrat this year.

Great speech from a woman I thought would do anything to get in the White House. My mind is changed on that front.

Now lets not mess this up, Hillary supporters. Please vote… Don't be sore and not vote, or even worse…. McCain.

If you are a true supporter, it would be wise to Follow Her lead.

It was the kind of speech Hillary needed to unite the Democrats. When she said "were you in this for me, or in it for" the other people she mentioned, I think she hit home with a lot of Hillary Democrats who have been, to be honest, acting like spoiled babies because Hillary didn't win the nomination. I think it will make the majority of them stop and think, "wait a minute, I CAN'T vote for someone who is the anthisis of Hillary" (John McCain).

I think it will really shore up Obama's base. If he hits a home run with his acceptance speech, I think he'll get a big bounce in the polls.

Obama in '08

Hundreds of people that I know will still support McCain over Obama in November. It is time for the people to take a stand and show our politicians that we do have the right to our vote and they have no right to trump it. I have never been so ashamed of my party in my life. I have always worn my "Proud to Be a Democrat" gear — until now. I would rather be a Republican (after a lifetime of being a straight Democrat) than support an inexperienced man that I do not trust. At least Michelle can finally be proud of her Country and it only took making millions of us ashamed of our Country's so called democracy in action. The DNC has made the Democratic Party more like Communist. We don't get a choice and our vote gets trumped.

I agree wholeheartedly! That was the Hillary I loved and supported in the 90's- the Primary did damage to the Clinton legacy in my home—this was a start to normalcy around here!
Thanks Hill—–and to all so-called pumA's- if you dishonor her by doing exactly what she said you shouldn't do (voting for mcSAME)- you were NEVER a Democrat anyway! So take your slogans, petitions and bad attitudes where they'll fit right in—mcSAME HQ!

That was an EXCELLENT speech!

I'm wondering…..if Hillary had given that speech before Obama became Thee Nominee…would she have become the next president of these United Staes.?!

Hillary was awesome tonight. She challenged all of her die hards to really answer the call. She attacked McCain which others seem reluctant to do. I wonder when the Demos will bring up issues like torture, the trasing of the Constitution, illegal wiretapping and other issues that the Bush/Cheney years have brought us. They (Bush/Cheney and their fellow Repukes) have morally bankrupted us with their wierd idea of right and wrong and the end justifies the means.

I"ll tell you what, she convinced me NOT to vote for john McCain. But i will be staying home. Obama appears to be a good guy, but not who i want to be president. You can say staying home is a vote for McCain, but i don't see it that way, to me, he has just not appeared to care at all about what she has done for women, putting her, or at least VETTING her like he said he would, would have shown that. She was amazing, should have been her.

It was an excellent speech, and I find it AWFUL how CNN finds a way to spin it against everything she said in her speech! Get out, keep Hillary's values in heart, and vote for Barack Obama! Hillary couldnt have been more clear, and to that lady CNN so desperately had on, a no vote, is a vote for McCain, and that is a vote against everything Hillary stood for. people will say Barack isnt ready to lead but would you rather have four years of someone who tries to succeed for you, or would rather have four years of Big Oil's Lap Dog! CNN you've disgusted me this week, but hopefully this will show you how the democrats will be united even after your spin!

during the primary season i was often offended by attacks on Obama that struck me as coded ways in demeaning him and interjecting race into the election. these attacks were coming from the Clinton campaign and were especially troubling because i was initially divided between Clinton and Obama. and many of those attacks are coming home to roost as many Democrats feared (McCain attack ads featuring Clinton). and as an African American woman, i often feel excluded by the use of the word "woman or women" when these words are not qualified to indicate, "white" woman, etc. bottom line is that i held my breath tonight not knowing what to expect. throughout Clinton's speech i was moved and relieved. I am once again proud of her, as a woman, and would consider supporting her in the future. Senator Clinton was amazing tonight and i can now stop resenting the way in which i believe her campaign struck below the belt and minimized the substantial candidacy and person of Senator Obama.

It made you stop and look at all that Obama lacks.

Democrats Loss

Hillary gave a great lesson in her speech which voters now and in future elections should ask themselves (were you in this just for me or were you in this for the larger causes?). I have always looked at Obama as a person who is running for the larger causes and that's why I support him however, there isn't much difference in the two.

I think Hillary gave a great speech, one thing that I do not understand is Michelle Obama's facial expression. She looked mean and annoyed at times.

offering a high level cabinet position would be nice—

THIS WOMAN IS

AN ABSOLUTE PHONEY

AND

AN ABSOLUTE DISGRACE.

Hillary was great… but don't worry guys Obama will match it on Thursday. If you remember his 2004 speech, you know the man can really excite a crowd…. I'm also certain that Biden is going to knock it out of the park tomorrow as well.

Clinton for Secretary of State!

Obama/Biden 08!

Clinton 2016!

To Chris August 26th, 2008 11:40 pm ET:

Well said, we have an amazing oppertunity to steer this country in the right direction and I can only hope spite doesn't hold us back.

I think, Mr. Gergen, you and your media friends should have been this professional and honest about Hillary while the primaries were going, instead of bashing her at every turn. YOU are the reason Hillary supporters are still upset, and not one of you has admitted your bias. It's too bad Obama is feeling the fallout from what the media is guilty of.

Wasn't it Clinton who said "Just Words?"

Hillary was amazing! She should have been the presidential nominee. She is much more the leader than Obuma.

GO MRS. CLINTON! THAT WAS POWERFUL!

I think Hillary did a terrific job. That was a fantasic speech! However, I'm sure the haters will find something to criticize. The most unfortunate thing about this evening was the smug look on Michelle Obama's face. It was such a disgrace. It seems to me that Michelle only clapped when her husband's name was mentioned. The Obamas expect Hillary to do so much for them and yet they can't even bear to give her some respect.

Hillary Your Are the Woman!!!—you sound really childish. Imma pray for you. LMAO. You clearly didn't get her message and sound obsessed…

Obama 2008 and beyond.Real dems lets unit and take back the white house. No McShame!!!

Heard a comment of republican party that Hillary didn't specifically endorse Obama as Commander in Chief!! See, this is the problem with the republicans – they suddenly forgot that a President is also a Commander in Chief. How pitiful!!

hillary showed the dnc, and america that she should be the presidential nominee. obama is a david axelrod media creation! nobama! mccain 08! hillary 2012!

At the beginning of their campaigns I was straddling between them. I was turned off of Hillary by her tactics. This speech was wonderful. She delivered the message I believe should have been delivered long ago, but hey better late than never. I don't know if she really believed it all but if she didn't… "The Oscar goes to…"!!! Job Well Done Mrs. Clinton.

i urge all democrats who supported Hillary to vote for barack obama.

our time is now an hillary just made us all realize that we need barack obama in the white house.

we can't afford four more year's of the bush maccain adm.

vote obama 2008 go obama go. we love you HILLARY CLINTON.

fr Tennessee

David, the first cynic is yourself for always bringing tired old and boring ideas up on CNN. Today you choose to defend Hillary's speech.
Great speech yeah! But mostly self-serving. Now I really believe Bill & Hillary want Obama to loose so she can run in 2012. If you people were watching Hillary's body language how about the fact that she never said whether or not Obama is qualify to be president or will be a better president than McCain? Wasn't that her main indictment during the primaries?
The Clinton better pray Obama wins or else they will be booed everywhere they go and they can forget about running again in this country for whatever office that may be
Obama/Biden 2008/20012

Mrs Clinton voiced support for causes she championed.
She endorsed Obama because he is the supposed nominee.
She did not in any way talk about how she saw him as a great
leader, commander in chief or really anything besides a vague
mention to some baloney community organizer role he played
I am not sure if it was before or after helping Rezko freeze out
brothers in the slum in the middle of Winter.
I really felt for her to be put in a position of finding something to
say about Obama.

Over here in Europe, we all said: well now she's got to stand by the man, otherwise… and she did, she really did. Very impressive. She showed it's not about her, but about the cause. These are people you need, you really need them. As for the staff question, over here we (who are, of course, not the voters) believe that Biden is quite fine as the VP, having the experience the republicans so fervently question (actually our own head of state was roughly the same age as Obama, when he took the job, and he's been doing it for more than 16 years now, and quite well). Whilst Hillary surely would be an excellent replacement for Condi… You go ahead, America, you put it right this time.

She did such a great job tonight. I am now more than ever convinced that I made the right choice when I voted for her. And, now more than ever, am convinced that I will vote for McCain and bring Hillary back in four years.

If you want Hillary back in four years, please vote for McCain!

Hillay 2012

Gergen – the Limbaugh "fakes" won't be coming home to the dem party – you all forgot how many there are. They love pill-poppers, they'll vote for McWarmonger and his Botox Barbie (you finish the sentence) ………….

Barack is in the driver's seat and I have no qualms about supporting his platform! Go Barack!
I think Hillary is much bigger than Bill. She is once again showing that she is the thoroughbred in that relationship, and had she won the nomination I would have voted for her.

Hillary did the Democrats proud! As she should have. The party and the convention will move forward, strongly united, if her husband echoes her remarks tomorrow night. My fingers are crossed.

You haven't been posting my comments, but I'm going to say this anyway. I thought Sen. Clinton was wonderful, and I have spent the past 4 months fuming about her. She was gracious in defeat, and showed none of the anger we have heard about over and over again. Makes me wonder if CNN made it all up. And David, I think you've been giving some of the more balanced comments I've seen. I'm in Mexico and am stuck with CNN, but go to your live broadcast on the net to avoid the talking heads.

She asked what other people are in it for, when we all know she is and was only in it for herself and to keep the Bush, Clinton, Clinton, Bush, Bush monarchy going. Neither Clinton makes a move that isn't calculated and that doesn't benefit them.

Thanks Hilliary you did a good job.

Go Obama

It's now etched in stone… as a Hillary supporter i must defy her request. I am voting for McCain…. you had Regan democrats… i will now be know and millions others as 'McDemocrats"

For people who say that Obama lacks substance…how about you actually listen to him speak? You do realize that you're only being fed that "no substance" crap from people who tell you that. Get a mind of your own. If you don't think Obama talks enough about his policies…RESEARCH IT! Stop being so lazy. Stop letting everyone else make your decisions for you.

For the people who are voting for Barack Obama because Hillary told you to tonight, you should be ashamed of yourselves.

For the people who are voting for John McCain because Hillary lost to Obama, you should be even more ashamed of yourselves.

For the people who are voting for John McCain because they have researched his policies and understand it, good for you. You should be happy that you decided on a candidate you believe in.

For the people who are voting for Obama because they have researched his policies and understand it, good for you. Good for you because you've studied, researched and found that our future is best when under the guidance of not just Barack Obama but the leaders of the democratic party of America and the entire Obama administration. Good for you because our kids will be more prepared for higher education due to the standards that Obama & Biden will implement. Higher math standards, higher science standards, stronger education, more affordable higher education with a refundable tax credit…

For the development of our children…
for the health of our families…
for our economy…
for our foreign relations, understandings and concrete dimplomacy…
for developing green collar jobs…
for our environmental future…

OBAMA/BIDEN '08

I think that her "support" was not real. She said better things of Biden than of Obama. Watch the speech again and you will see what I mean. It was about her, about her, … and against MCain, never "I think that Obama is the best choice because he…" Basically, vote against Republicans.

I loved how Hillary's speech was about Hillary's place in history, right up there with Harriet Tubman. And she BARELY mentioned Obama, not once praising his character, his upbringing, or anything but herself. Then again, that's pure Clinton M.O., as with all sociopaths.

NO WAY! . . . NO HOW!. . . NO MCCAIN!

We should be in it for the right reason! To get us back on the right track!
What what Obvious was that Hillary and Obama are pretty much very similar. If I vote against Obama I vote against Hillary!
It was a great speech and pretty funny Right Back at Ya No Way McSame!
In good concience – Obama/Biden 08
Go Dems!!

Wasn't bad Yet she never addressed her criticisms of Obama during the primary (3AM phone call) and what she thought made him qualified now. I was waiting for some remark about that during her speech, so it seemed a bit dutiful to me but without heart. She came close w/her comment "Were you in it for me or for the cause?"

I believe Hillary Clinton went above and beyond in her speach. I truly would like to have had her as my President, however she convinced me that there are greater issues at hand. With consideration to the greater cause, I will vote for Obama.

I agree with you David,
Truly a once in a lifetime speech.
20 years from now, we will be talking about this speech and how Hillary Clinton united the Democratic Party.

No Way, No How, No McCain…!!!

No Way, No How, No McCain…!!!

No Way, No How, No McCain…!!!

No Way, No How, No McCain…!!!

Obama/Biden… 2008, 2012

Senator Clinton showed she is a true champion for the American people tonight. Brilliant speech.

Great first lady, Good Senator, and a true fighter for the not as well off in this country.

Thank You Senator

From a Obama supporter

Obama/Biden 08

It never surprises me that she can deliver top notch messages and results. This isn't over. The scorched earth campaigns of both factions of this party have their consequences. She demonstrated that she gets it, and has a vision much bigger than herself. Obama's lack of consideration for her is noted and I will be voting independent. Bill Clinton is being treated as a pariah. Cafferty and other pundits should be fired from news networks for their repeated slanders and lies. I'm sick of his hatred, of the slanting of public opinion by the emphasis of the meme of the day.

I loved her speech, she meant what she said and hey it was one of the greatest speech i ever heard… but most importantly she asked us a very good question for her supporters … were u in this just for me or were u in this for the larger causes? hey my answer is for the largest cause … i cant vote for mccain and suffer another 4 more yrs… Thank u Hillary ur a great leader and from now on im for Obama
Go OBAMA
BIDEN

It was Hillary's finest moment but not for Obama. She gave her best speech ever and left no doubt that she should be the nominee. It looks like she started her campaign for 2012.

Gergen I think you are wrong. We see that Hillary does care about the country, but more importantly about herself. She is still plotting to live at 1600 Pennsylvania Ave.

It amazes me that Hillary supporters will think of voting for McCain when Obama is fighting for their causes. Do they think that if Obama loses because of them that Obama supporters will support Hillary in 2012? That lady that was interviewed around 11pm, and people like her, will be the reason the US continues to fail.

"No way, no how, no McCain."

Hear that? That's called Democratic Unity.

Is CNN trying to emulate Fox News?

Why did CNN air free McCain ads?

Why did CNN air that so-called 'fake' delegate after the Hillary speech, garbling stupid sentence after sentence.

Why did Wolf Blitzer read on air the McCain campaign's fake response?

Shame on CNN.

David, I always value your perspective. Please consider this:
I think the CNN team has missed a major aspect of Hillary Clinton's speech tonight. While she said "what she had to say, " and gave an absolutely tremendous speech, she said nothing positive about Barak Obama himself, or why one should vote for him, for any reason other than that he is the Democratic nominee and shares/champions democratic values. I am a democrat, but find it disturbing that the republicans had to point this out– and then one after another of the "best team" (including John King and Anderson Cooper) proceeded to not only ignore this subtle yet obvious point, but they actually rebutted it (making it seem as if it were just a republican ploy). This makes me very concerned about using CNN for analysis from now on. It also does a disservice to the democrats when such a glaring element of the story is not only ignored, but suppressed. Sure this was a major, wonderful speech supporting the democratic cause, and it once again highlighted Hillary's tremendous strengths (as it was probably intended to do) but the subtext and omissions (which one does not have to be a psychologist to understand) are key here.

The speech only shows that
1) A mistake that she is not the nominee
2) A mistake that she is not the VP nominee
3) She is only human and Obama is still God
4) Mccain 2008 and Hilary 2012

I can only hope that we're now free of any more commentary and, more accurately whining, by Caraville, Begala et al.

This has been an intelligently choreographed conventions to this point. Michelle told a great story and left the politics out.

Today, the speeches became increasingly tough as the day and night went on. No doubt that there was an unbroken chain of indictments of MCain and the current administration. Warner may have been the "keynote" but he was juas a warm-up act.

I was not a Hillary fan but she was great tonight. She told it the way it needed to be told.

No more, no way, no McCain.

Go Democrats, 08 and onward.

Sorry, but all you have to do is look at the stupid look on Clinton's face and you know she is not telling the truth and it is all over her face in the pictures. She has never looked this wide-eyed stupid, ever and this phony in any of her previous pictures. She was lying through her teeth and everyone knows it.

Well……well. What do we have here, huh? Arguably Hillary's biggest speech of her career. But let's face it, my boy has to come through, is no secret. But this is what I like…

I'm gonna be honest with you but I just don't plain like her. Trust me, I could find something in that speech and make her look bad, LOL!! Ohh and by the way, tell that ardent Hillary supporter that is O.K. Why?? Because sometimes dreams just don't come true and guess what? The Cubs have been living it for 100 years…if they can last, so can you!

I'm just gonna be honest with you, I just don't like them. And you're right, she did good but guess what? I just don't plain like her, that's all….I don't feel like talking about it…

Have a good evening guys…

Senator Clintons speach only proves that the wrong Senator is about to be nominated as the parties candidate.

Senator Obama lacks any objective qualifications and with his selection of Senator Biden as Veep can only mean that the country will have another president on training wheels for the next 4 years.

How Sad!

If she had spoken this way throughout the entire campaign, not concerned with pandering to one group or another, I have no doubt that she would be the nominee today. Here's the lesson: always show who you are and what your intentions may be. If enough people believe in you and your message, you will get elected. The only "expert" I would ever trust to run my campaign is Carville. Hillary, if you go for this ever again, pick people who know you, not people who want to transform you.

Wonderful speech Hillary! I had tears in my eyes the entire time. I have so much respect for you and I believe that you are such a great role model for women and children all around the world. Your spirit and wiliness to keep pressing forward have inspired me in every aspect of my life.

Though you asked that we support Obama for president I cannot. It is still unclear whom he is and what he stands for. I am still waiting to hear something of substance from him. The presidential race is not a popularity contest but one based electing someone who is qualified, has the vision, knowledge of the issues, and policy to back it up. I will vote for McCain. He is qualified and at least I know where he stands. Whoever is in the white house needs to be held accountable by all Americans. Your speech did not just speak to only democrats but also to republicans and independents in America who need to hold politicians accountable to their needs. The issued you discuss are concerns for ALL Americans.

My four year old daughter loves you and told everyone they should vote for you. She is just as disappointed as I am that you are not the nominee. She stayed up late to watch and cheer you. You made all of us proud and we are further saddened today knowing you are not the presidential nominee.

See you in 2012!

What is scary is that so many were in it for her and are still in it only for her. I hope they start to digest her words and really understand the damage to this country if they don't let go of the bitterness and vote democrat in November.

We are united – just as they said we would be. Now lets go out and take the republicans down. This is way too important. We must bring change to America. Think about the people before us, and think about where we can be. This is about America people. Think about it – AMERICA!!!!

Eloquence personified–that's what Hillary was tonight! We haven't seen the last of her. Her powerful spirit will resonate positively during the campaign, and beyond.

I have to disagree with the opinion's that Hillary Clinton did a excellent job when speaking her speech tonight at the DNC. She did not say that she thinks that Obama is experience to be President, which she needed to do. She spoke of herself, mentioned what she would do" A B and C" and then spoke of Obama. She did not speak with such enthusiasm about Obama,only mentioning him 10 or so times. I feel it could have been any Democrat she was talking about. She mention Obama not with pashion, but it seem because she had to. I agree this is one of her best political speeches she has done for herself, not for Obama. She is great at what she does, and I think it made it feel like she should had been the Vp on the ticket

HILLARY! Buyers Remorse Convention. We will see you in 2012! Fantabulous Speech! We Love You Hillary!

Hillary Clinton……I will vote Obama for you and my country.
God Bless…..You have changed my mind

I think Hillary did exactly what the gameplan asked for. I also think her 'calling out' her supporters by saying "did you vote just for me or for the woman with cancer" was a masterful touch. It's obvious that many of the supporters who are saying they won't vote for Obama because Hillary didn't win (or get a VP nod) DID only vote for Hillary – and not the issues.

It was exactly the right question. Right now keep on going. One day, she will be our Commander in Chief!

Hillary Clinton is a true inspiration, the most amazing presidential candidate of my lifetime. I am deeply honored to stand beside her in throwing my full support behind Senator Obama in his bid for the presidency.

Excellent speech. Please, democrates let us unite and vote Senator Obama for president.

Obama '08

Mr. Gergen,

She did what she had to do for her political future.

Having said that; I think the speech will be well received; and,

will hopefully unite all the un-decided voters to vote Democratic.

Michelle Obama has a lot to learn from Hillary Clinton tonight. If she could be a lot less angry, a lot more humble, she might some day grow up to be as accomplished as Hillary Clinton. Meanwhile, stop blaming others for her own failures. The fact that a person as mediocre as she is could even attend Princeton is already a blessing or a stroke of luck or simply affirmative action at play. She should learn to open her eyes and admit that a lot of people, many of them white, are simply better than her.

Very interesting speech by Sen. Clinton I noticed she only mentioned Obama's name 11 or 12 times, and the speech was about her and her accomplishments. Hillary wants Obama to lose, so she can make a run, and a more calculated one at that, for president in four years.

She is smart. She is running. And she was less than generous to Obama.

Very nicely done speech. Democrats should all unite under Obama and work together to make the change for brighter future.

Hillary touched my heart . she is so loved. an i will now be voting for obama. she has just chaged my mine. i was not going to vote this fall. but now i will vote for obama.

go obama 2008. we will always love hillary.

Hillary '12

Wonderful speech! I'm waiting to hear from Obama. As one of Hillary's 18 million supporters, I would have been nice if Obama could have shown unity and consideration to half the democratic party by selecting Hillary VP- I know my candidate would have shown Obama supporters that consideration and selected Obama for VP if the superdelegates had chosen her for the nomination. I most likely will not vote for Mccain, he needs to win my vote on the issues, not over my feelings of injustice in the primary- I will vote for Obama if he gives the credit to Hillary that she deserves.

No way. No how. No McCain.

David Gergen, I respect you and your opinion. I wish it wasn't tarnished by the slanted coverage CNN has been forcing on us.

Now this is the way it's supposed to be. Dems attacking Repubs. Not each other. Hillary gave a great speech. We may well just pull this thing off.

Obama/Biden 08

Yes, her finest performance. She should get an Oscar. It was almost convencing. However, either she was lying tonight or she was lying during her campaign. She told us Obama's only qualification was that he had written a speech… well nothing has changed and Obama is still not qualified.

I Just Got Some Of That Respect Back That I Had Lost For Hillary! She Gave A Excellent Speech!

Hillary told it like it is!!

NO WAY, NO HOW, NO McSAME!!!

Hillary Voters like me will vote for Obama after that vall to arms!! Bravo Hillary!!

OBAMA 08!!!

HRC did great. I am so proud of her. You know I am a huge fan of Obama. Honestly I am speechless.Hats off to you Hill

Dems 2008!

Obama/Biden 2008!!

We have to all come together or we are really going to lose this war.

there is no comparison between hillary, and barack. she is experienced, and presidential he has a thin resume and appears as a weak candidate. the superdelegates got this wrong, when they backed obama. hello president mccain, hillary 2012!

Hillary Clinton was gracious, positive, funny, and inspiring. The story about Harriet Tubman pushing freed slaves to keep going, no matter the lights, keep going, no matter what they say, keep going. She keeps going. She's pushing her people to keep going. Good speech.

Vote Obama/Biden in '08.

I did not support Hillary in the primaries, but this was the best speech she's given through the last 18+ months. Hillary asked those that supported her to vote for something bigger then just her or themselves. To vote for what she stood for and continues to stand for, not just an image of her in office. To bring this country back to it's glory with president Obama and the Democratic family, which obviously includes a big role for her.

I respect her for all she's done and what she's said tonight. This was an amazing speech and continued to show herself as a strong leader. I only hope those people that supported her, and truly are democrats, can be strong enough to follow in her foot steps. Not the footsteps of those that oppose what she has fought for and turn their back on what she feels are the most important issues for this country, in the GOP.

I think you're going to continue seeing amazing closing speeches, from amazing leaders, throughout the DNC (Michelle Obama, Hillary Clinton, Joe Biden, and Barack Obama).

Obama/Biden 08

She was brilliant. And I can't stand her. And Bill – am i the only one who wants to smack that fake grin off his red face?

I've been critical and wary of Senator Clinton since late in primaries, but this speech tonight was perfect. The tone, the message, the delivery were all top-notch.

Excuse my cynicism, but let's see how long it takes the talking heads to rip it to shreds…

Great speech Hillary, beautifully done. That's my girl!!

Obama made a BIG BIG MISTAKE she should of been on his ticket. It would of been unstopable..

That was Hillary at her very best. It was a sad day for America when the DNC and MSM decided that BHO should be our next president. Hillary is and was the only hope for the Democractic Party this year. She is a bright light that has been dimmed, but not extinguished! God speed Hillary!

HIllary's finest hour should have been when she accepted the nomination of democratic party. It's too bad. She just proved why she should be the nominee. Too bad Obama with absolutely no accomplishment, no substance, was shoved down our throats.

Hillary showed style, substance, grit. She's got guts and character to even be here. It's up to Obama to win or lose. Stop blaming Hillary and her supporters. The ball has always been in his court. His disrespect for Hillary, last Senator and FIrst Lady, and Bill as President is astounding.

Absolutely great speech. This is the kind of unreserved, explicit support that Obama has been looking for from Hillary since she suspended her campaign. Hopefully Bill will do something equally eloquent tomorrow night.

With this speech, the Hillary supporters who will support McCain have no place to hide — Hillary called 'em out. We'll see where it goes from here.

im a Canadian and i was watching Hillary clintons speech and she was absolutely wonderful she was perfect she should have been the next president hell if she wants she can come here and be my prime minister lol she was FANTASTIC loved all of it and even brought me to tears that woman is the strongest woman ive ever heard speak…i couldn't get enough of her tonight she was AWESOME….

cnn i hope you post this

Fantastic speech! Let's see what happens from here. This appears to be the tonic democrats needed. We close ranks and beat the pants off these republicans

The Democrats took the tougher road here. Hillary would've easily won the general election. Now, they're in a real fight.

Her speech was excellent…for her benefit…she never implored her ardent supporters to really put their weight behind Obama. She said she supports him but didn't put her full force behind him.

For all of you so called Hillary supporters who are plotting for her to run for 2012 but not voting for Barack now, you are not true Hillary supporters at all.

Do you not realize the damage that four more years of failed policies and a war hungry McCain can do? Consider the state of our country now and just how fast Bush blew through our surplus and rushed into a war that should never have happened. Consider the fact that our military is already stretched thin yet McCain continues to antagonize our enemies. Consider the fact that he is guaranteeing more jobs leaving and offering the rich and big business more tax incentives while offering nothing to the rest of us.

I hope you all wake up soon and realize that your lives will not be your own if you continue on this path that even Hillary does not want you on.

Hillary still should be the nominee, SHE has it , HE don't!!!! No change to oboma here. Democrate for McCain the suit with someone in it.

Thank You Hillary it was a MOVING speech. Thanks for the line :NO WAY, NO HOW, NO MCCAIN

I'm in this for Hillary because of what she stands for, and for what she can accomplish and for what she has accomplished. That is why I support her 100%. I am not going to fall inline because its the trendy thing to do, I am going to vote and support whom I feel is right for the toughest job in the world. Hillary 2012!

I'm in this for my country…thus, McCain 08!
Hillary 2012
Obama NEVER

This was Hillary's finest hour. I think some of her supporters did not listen to her. Those are the very ones who will be complaining if John McCain wins.

Stronger then Obama on all fronts. No Hillary…. Hello McCain……!

Obama is just using Hillary, when OBAMA TAKES POWER

You will BOW to Obama

Michelle is an angry pitbull so I suggest you fall in line.

OBAMA is better than all us, and you will bow down, this 3 ring circus will be over soon, and soon Obama will take power

CNN, you are pathetic. You have shown yourself to be every bit as biased as any of the campaigns- you want this to be a close race for the sake of the news. Dominating your coverage has been the rift between Obama and Clinton supporters, and now complaints that the Democrats have been "wasting" this convention. I honestly wouldn't know, since you seem more enamored with the sounds of your own voices than whatever is happening at the podium.

Democrats- CSPAN actually has completely unbiased coverage of this convention, so you can actually make up your own minds about it for a change! CNN, go ahead and let Wolf and John King spin this convention for the sake of more contrived news. You will only be discrediting your own coverage. We don't need you to shove a story down our throats. We can watch on a REAL news channel. One that doesn't care about spinning the coverage to their own advantage.

WATCH ON CSPAN INSTEAD EVERYONE! You'll see more coverage of the actual events, and less BS from Wolf and John King.

Hillary Clinton looked presidential. I am glad she was not chosen as Obama's VP – she deserved better treatment from the US Democrats and Mr. Obama! Not choosing Hillary on the ticket is Obama's loss, not nominating her as the Democratic presidential candidate is our country's loss!!

Well, honestly, I was in this for Hillary AND for the larger causes, but I just can't get over what the Democratic party, and the mean-spirited Obama supporters who insulted Hillary day-in-and-day-out did. Obama should have waited his turn and been Hillary's VP and then she could have been president for 8 years, and he for the following 8. Instead, he was selfish and for that reason, I will do what I can to help DEFEAT OBAMA. Yes, Hillary was fantastic tonight. Because… she is fantastic. But I will do what I can to see Hillary have the chance to run in 2012!!!!!

PUMAs Unite – Vote McCAIN in 2008 – So we can vote HILLARY in 2012 !!!!!

Thank you, Senator Clinton.

The next two months are going to be interesting…

David, that's exactly right. Hillary said it best, are you in this for me or the issues. I'm in it for the issues!!!!!! Beautiful speech!

To all of the posters here tonight who supported HIllary and who continue to voice their resolve to vote for McCain in November, Please, please take a moment to listen to what I say.

Don't you realize that if McCain is elected president, America might very well never recover? It simply won't matter whether or not HIllary gets into the White House in 2012, it will be all too late by then. Our country is on the brink of an economic collapse, whether or not the news media wants to report on the truth of it, the environment is fast reaching a point of no return, and our standing in the world is declining just like the value of our poor dollar. Please realize, there are moments in human history when civilizations and nations stood at a crossroads, with one path leading to destruction and the other to redemption and restoration…and for the people in the midst of those moments there existed only one chance to make a decision about which road to pursue. So you see, I understand that you want Hillary, but it is very possible that the damage being done to this country while you wait for another election cycle will be irreparable. I urge you with the deepest sense of gravitas to consider this. Can you be so selfish, can you risk this much for you and for those you hold dear? The future is at stake, not just the political career of one woman or man….

Totally agree David – Hillary was beyond awesome.

It just made me MORE dissapointed that she is not the nominee and shemade Obama look that much smaller in comparison.

THERE IS NO QUESTION – HILLARY RODHAM CLINTON DESERVED THE DEMOCRATIC NOMINATION FOR PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES. SHE WAS INCREDIBLE TONIGHT. SHE'S A BRILLIANT WOMAN AND IT WAS OUT THERE FOR ALL TO SEE. WHAT A MISTAKE TO NOMINATE BARACK OBAMA – WHAT HAS HE DONE? WHAT HAS HE ACCOMPLISHED? IT SHOULD HAVE BEEN HILLARY. AND I'M A REPUBLICAN.

I am just so proud of being a Democrat and I am so proud of the wonderful Democratic representatives we have. I love Barack Obama, Michelle Obama, Hillary Clinton and Joe Biden. I was so proud of the speeches, so far, and I can't wait until Thrusday night for Obama's acceptence speech. Finally, hope is alive again and this Country has a chance to correct eight years of wrongs.

“I want you to ask yourselves: Were you in this campaign just for me?

Or were you in it for that young Marine and others like him? Were you in it for that mom struggling with cancer while raising her kids? Were you in it for that young boy and his mom surviving on the minimum wage? Were you in it for all the people in this country who feel invisible?”

…No way. No how. No McCain.”

- Hillary Rodham Clinton DNC 8/26/08

"If you hear the dogs, keep going.
If you see the torches in the woods, keep going.
If they're shouting after you, keep going.
Don't ever stop. Keep going.
If you want a taste of freedom, keep going"

HILLARY KICK BUTT!

IF YOU SUPPORTED HILLARY BEFORE AND DON'T VOTE DEMOCRAT THAN YOU JUST DON'T GET IT.
IT'S ABOUT MORE THAN JUST A WOMAN…OR A BLACK MAN.
IT'S ABOUT OUR KIDS AND OUR COUNTRY AND OUR FUTURE.

She used humor, she was charming, and she connected with things that are really important to the people. If the Hillary that gave tonight's speech was the Hillary we saw every night during the primaries I have no doubt that it would be Hillary accepting the nomination tonight.

Regardless, she has made it clear that she is using her power to help Obama while retaining her power. Extremely smart woman.

Hillary did a great job of telling her folks that it was not about her or them it was about our country and that John McCain is four more years of the same. Thank you Hillary….

I think Hillary did exactly what she needed to do, and she meant every word of it, because she wants to make it clear that any supporters of hers who intend to make the jump to McCain aren't doing it for her, and certainly not for the things she believes in.

So they need to do a bit of soul searching as to why they are really making that jump, because it's certainly not for the Democratic party, let alone for America.

We are the UNITED Democrats of America!
Thank you Senator Clinton – thank you! Brilliant speech!
Lets go kick some Republican Arse!!!!!

She should give democrats real "Buyer's Remorse" by now. Choosing Obama was a historic mistake by Democrats! she had crafted her powerful speech so (dishonestly) Honest in support of Obama and fighting back republicans, that everyone must be persuaded by now that only she could have attacked GOP and Mccain machine, the effective and powerful way only a veteran Clinton can. Obama must be thanking lord tonight that he is after all in her political custody by her own expedience!

there is two months to go and Obama is there to lose very badly in November. Mccain people will eat Obama alive!

Reza

I think Hillary is going to be Secretary of State. Barack probably didn't choose her as VP because, well, everyone knows that she doesn't do very well just sitting around!!
She wants to visit countries and "change things for the better" (in her words), so he probably struck a deal with her – thus the speech at Unity, NH took place.

I don't know, I just have a feeling that there is a reason why the Obama party and the Hillary party are seemingly so friendly, and since she got like 40% of the Democratic delegates, Obama would want her experience to represent some part of his presidency.

GO OBAMA!! Of course he'll get elected! GO DEMS!!

Seeing this woman on CNN freak out about Clinton makes it clear that Hillary was the wrong person for President. The ONLY reason many of her supporters were voting for Clinton was because she was a woman. That is so stupid. I wonder how many will be going through PMS on election day. Maybe CNN should poll that number to decide who is going to win. Get a life people, Hillary is a lying , cheating, slug of a person. Has everyone forgotten the '90s?

No Mr. Gergen The best from this beauty is yet to be!!!

I'm a McCain supporter but i really did think Hillary gave a great speech tonight…as much as it pains me to say

HILLARY FOR PRESIDENT!!! SHE HAS THE CHARACTERISTICS THAT ARE THE REQUIREMENT OF A GREAT LEADER!!!!

NO WAY — NO HOW — NO BAMA!!!!

COUNTRY FIRST!!!!!

After the speech I turned the the enemy FOX to hear what they had to say and they did not disappoint me. FOX news is not news it is a kill joy and will have us all as slaves to the rich if they could.
Now Hillary. I will never call that woman Billary again. She is one tough lady and I am glad that she is on the right side of this race. She brought down the house and the rest of the party has to really step up. If Obama fails I know that Hillary would win in 2012. I hope that we democrats can come together and get Bush/McSame out of office.
Obama08