August 27, 2008
Posted: 07:18 AM ET

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Close attention will be paid to what former President Clinton says about Barack Obama.
Close attention will be paid to what former President Clinton says about Barack Obama.

(CNN) – Sen. Joe Biden will make his first appearance before the Democratic National Convention as his party's vice presidential nominee Wednesday night, but the real drama of the evening may come from former President Clinton and what he says about Sen. Barack Obama.

"I think things are actually progressing better than maybe some of us might have thought in terms of the relationship between the two of them," said Paul Begala, a Democratic strategist and CNN contributor.

"They haven't known each other very well or very long. And Sen. Obama ran against his wife, and there's still some bruised feelings, but I think the president and Sen. Obama are trying very hard to reach across that divide."

As the Democrats gather for their third day in Denver, the theme of the night will be national security, an issue traditionally owned by the Republicans. Some of the Democrats' most experienced statesmen are expected to argue that Obama is the best candidate to strengthen America's national security.

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mayahh   August 27th, 2008 9:43 am ET

Bill delivered before, and will do it again, HIS WIFE clearly stated that McCain and Bush are TWINS… I find that entertaining… Laugh of the century…money and booze..

Praetorian, Fort Myers   August 27th, 2008 9:43 am ET

I'm sure he will provide an appropriate speech to the event.

Regardless of his own few shortcomings in national security–he will attempt to paint Obama as a strong philosophical diplomate and peace maker–which means zip to Al Qaeda, Russia, China, Iran, N. Korea.

Master Yoda   August 27th, 2008 9:40 am ET

Still glad I never voted for him, am I.

Eileen   August 27th, 2008 9:38 am ET

All the Dems have is slogans. Leaders should be strong in any world. Bill was right Obama is living in fairy land and is too weak. It's not negative if its true.

Stacey   August 27th, 2008 9:38 am ET

During Bill Clintons speech:

Bill: I did this
Bill: I did that
Bill: Hillary should have won
Bill: I did this
Bill: I did that
Bill: Hillary should have won

Debby   August 27th, 2008 9:38 am ET

I can't wait and tonight the icing on the cake for this convention. Biden will be a bore to listen to so after Bill Clinton I can tune out.

Turnabout is Fair Play   August 27th, 2008 9:38 am ET

I agree, Davonne from Atlanta. She, at the least, could have said something along those lines to let her supporters know that it wasn't meant to be personal, just business but she did not and the Repugnicans picked right up on it and are using it right now.

precious   August 27th, 2008 9:37 am ET

When Michele Obama was asked "If Hillary wins, would you vote for her", Michele Obama replied, "I would have to think about it". When Obama was winning in the primary, his arrogance was that he did not need the CLINTONS. His arrogance was that America needed him, not the clintons, not the bush, anymore", and only he (Obama) can bring "change" to America". I still want to know "what change".?

Here is a man who talks about "unity" and coming together, but was not willing to share any time or space in the White House with any "Clinton". He wanted the spotlight all to himself. Sen. Hillary Clinton is and was well prepared for the "Presidency" and/or "Vice Presidency" of the United States", and Sen. Barack Obama could have been a little more patient and wait a few more years and/or join with Hillary as "Vice President". But sometimes "arrogance and impatience" gets the best of us!

I wonder what tomorrow holds!

precious   August 27th, 2008 9:36 am ET

And if Sen. Barack Obama wins the Presidency, and everything starts falling apart, Sen. Hillary Clinton can stand up and say "I did what you all asked of me, I did it with pride, unity and for America, but I could not have given Sen. Obama the experience he needed to run America".

I listened to Sen. Clinton's speech, but it will not be her speech that drives me to the poll in November to vote "Sen. Obama", it will be my own belief of who and what Sen. Barack Obama can and will bring to the table. I can always be satified with a "little", but I refuse to give up much for "less".

God Bless us ALL!

Adam Jones   August 27th, 2008 9:34 am ET

The Clintons will both make their speeches. Then let's pay attention to their actions between now and November. Actions speak louder than words.

I have no kind words for the Clintons. I remember the Clinton years, and frankly folks, they weren't that great. Bill Clinton opened the Mexican border wide, signed in H1 and L1 legislation, and also signed NAFTA. That's why we have so may people unemployed here now, especially in computers and IT, and why we continue to lose millions of jobs every year. Thank Bill Clinton – and his wife, who brought the #1 outsourcer of US jobs to India into NY, as one of her first acts as NY senator.

stefan   August 27th, 2008 9:34 am ET

Why didn't Obama nominate his wife for VP? she's got a background at least as good as his and then you could still make history.

Why is bill clinton still hanging around and why is the DNC letting him talk? should go home and pay his wife's Bills.

Kenneth F   August 27th, 2008 9:25 am ET

I have heard it said that we lived with Bush and we can live with McCain. What a low bar to reach for. If you cared about Hillary you would send her a $ and vote for Obama.

Yeah Right   August 27th, 2008 9:23 am ET

That ought to be inspirational…….NOT.

Bill had a temper tantrums because he wasn't being treated with respect….let me ask you this….did he act with respect. The whole Hill Billie show last night was over the top. For God's sake a video of Hillary and why in the heck would she choose to showcase that cackle of hers. Bill won't stay for the FIRST real black American's acceptance speech when all his political career he pretended to be so worried about black voters…oh that's right only when election time rolled around. Give me a break. BTY, I'm white.

Bill can go…just wish he would take his lying wife with him. You know the one who talked about herself and HER campaign last night. The one who never personally endorsed the next President.

Moderate Republican Supporting Obama   August 27th, 2008 9:18 am ET

Of course, things are much better that what the media portrays. All the media is out to do is instigate tensions between the two camps. And, this story is just one more example of this. The highlight of tonight should be Joe Biden, not Bill Clinton, yet all the media can talk about is Bill Clinton.

Farrell, Houston, Tx   August 27th, 2008 9:13 am ET

Go get them Bill. Democrats don't have to use fear and negative attack ads, we have the ability to communicate on various issues. McCain's inability to intelligently communicate is lacking and that's why he has to use negative ads. Democrats and Americans aren't buying into the same of McCain, Bush, Rove scare tactics.

S.B. Stein E.B. NJ   August 27th, 2008 9:09 am ET

If Bill Clinton doesn't do something to support Obama in his speech, that could hurt Hillary Clinton's chances of running in either 2016 (or 2012 if Obama doesn't make it). He is the one that needs to get over the loss of Hillary to Obama for the nomination the most. If he can't do that, it could be a drag on the party.

Steve   August 27th, 2008 9:07 am ET

He was considered the first black man in the White House and now it's time for him to show his appreciation to Black American and the Democratic Party for their tremendous support. Without it and them he would have never won the White House twice.

Do the right thin Bill.

Eric   August 27th, 2008 9:04 am ET

It was clear yesterday that Hillary has been able to move on, keeping her eyes on the ball and now working to get Obama elected. I salute her and all the work she has done for years. Now, let's hope Bill will be able to just do the same and realize that the best way for him to restore his reputation with african americans and protect his legacy is to make sure Obama gets elected. I am pretty sure he will do a terrific job.

East Tn girl. Go Vols   August 27th, 2008 8:58 am ET

I am looking forward to hearing Bill tonight. I know he is still bitter about his wife LOSING. But Hey, thinks are looking brighter. I think he should not act like he is not mad, he should stand up there like a man and suck it up. It is Obamas Time to Shine.
Obama '08.

Vet. 4 Obama   August 27th, 2008 8:55 am ET

Bill will do great as always , as for John-well
MY FRIENDS, I SUPPORTED THE IRAQ WAR AND HAVE THE MONEY TO PROVE IT.

MY FRIENDS, I SUPPORT OF SHORE OIL DRILLING SO I CAN DROP YOUR GAS AT THE PUMP PRICE BY .02 CENTS IN TEN YEARS AND I HAVE THE MONEY FROM BIG OIL TO PROVE IT.

MY FRIENDS, I SUPPORTED THE SURGE IN A COUTRY THAT WILL BE FIGHTING A THOUSAND YEARS FROM NOW AND I HAVE THE BODY BAGS AND MONEY TO PROVE IT.

MY FRIENDS, I HAVE NOT SUPPORTED OUR VETS. AND I HAVE THE VOTING RECORD TO PROVE IT.

MY FRIENDS, I HAVE NOT SUPPORTED WOMENS RIGHTS AND THE PUMA’S DON’T CARE AND I HAVE THE VOTING RECORD AND POLLS TO PROVE IT.

MY FRIENDS, I SUPPORT THE BUSH AGENDA 95% OF THE TIME AND WILL CONTINUE THE SAME BECAUSE YOU ARE IN A MENTIAL RECESSION AND I HAVE THE VOTING RECORD TO PROVE IT.

MY FRIENDS, AND FINALLY, I HAVE NO PLATFORM SO I WILL CONTINUE TO DIEFLECT YOUR ATTENTION TO OBAMA SO THAT YOU WON’T NOTICE AND I HAVE THE EMPTY CAMPAIN TO PROVE IT.

THANK YOU FOR GARUNTEEING THAT THE RICH GET RICHER (WHICH IS ME AND MY FRIENDS) AND THE POOR GET POORER FOR 4 MORE YEARS!
AND THIS ELECTION WILL PROVE IT!!!!

Election Watcher   August 27th, 2008 8:53 am ET

The Obama campaign did such a good job of villifying the Clintons, that now they have lost the ability to call upon either Clinton for a meaningful endorsement which will stick with voters. You reap what you sow.

mbrown   August 27th, 2008 8:53 am ET

Davonne from atlanta;

Give it a rest, Hillary did what she was suppose to. Now ! and i do mean NOW! is the time for your candidate ( yes i did say your, instead of our )

I listened to my candidates speech last night and thought she was fantastic, however i still feel the sting of the fact she was not even considered for the vp nod !

So like the african american woman on cnn last night said while she held back tears, she is and was a hillary supporter and obama has two months to get her ( and the rest of us hillary supporters there ) !

We won't go for mcain, but we won't go for obama either if he does not come through on his own tomorrow night !

Deal with that !

jeanette   August 27th, 2008 8:51 am ET

We are the United Democrats of America!
8 years of the Bush Administration and the Republican White House has filled our country with bitterness (yes, bitterness!).
Fear mongering – hate mongering – and war mongering has filled our country and our lives.
We need to stand united and take our country back!

Now lets go kick some republican arse!!

God Bless Our Country!
Obama-Biden '08!

Lisa M   August 27th, 2008 8:50 am ET

Bill open-mouth-insert-foot Clinton is going to speak. I hope to God that he watches his mouth. I still think he was part of Hillary's problem, making statements that kept re-opening closed issues.

James From Chicago   August 27th, 2008 8:50 am ET

All you Obama people say Hillary lost..But she did not..Now that Fla & Mich votes count she should be the nominee not Obama.
Clinton's speech was great, but she is not going to put on the brother sister act
between her and Obama.Everyone realizes Obama is not qualified to lead this country.

Disappointed Democrat   August 27th, 2008 8:49 am ET

Hillary has done her work for Obama and the democrat party so lets see if the idiotic Obama supporters are still going to stab her in the back. Obama and his supporters know that Hillary should be the candidate but I suppose the DNC and superdelegates selected him so he should be the one to go out there and unite the party. Why get Hillary to do his dirty work…do it yourself along wih your choice of VP Joe Biden. Obama cannot win without Hillary support because he is too weak a candidate to win on his own. Her speech last night was a presidential one and that's what hurts because rightfully she is the candidate but it was stolen from her.

I will never vote for Obama because I do not like or trust him. I am still 100% behind Hillary and she will always be my president. I am sure the majority of Hillary's supporters are still there for her so we will either write her name on the ballot, vote for McCain or not vote at all but for sure we will not vote for Obama. I respect Hillary's speech in her asking us to unite to get Obama elected but I cannot do that since if I do not like someone, I cannot vote for them.

proud army and navy mom   August 27th, 2008 8:47 am ET

ok bill, make us all proud and show everyone you are not still bitter about the primaries.

Hit mcbush where it hurts and I might forgive your for your past antics.

AQ   August 27th, 2008 8:47 am ET

BTW, to the Clinton fans if Obama loses you have only the Clintons to thank in contributing to that. So don't go complaining if McCain ends up winning. Parish that thought.

Smart   August 27th, 2008 8:46 am ET

CNN don't just get it.

Although the author of this article has done a good job, those folks on the air that are spinning the messages of the democrats to benefit the republicans should understand that Americans are not all fools. They kept searching for any sign of negative event while (unbeliavably)ignoring the positive strenghts of Obama, Hillary and Democratic Party.

Give it up. This country is greater than your News income!

Bush and McCain kept up their tough retorics against Russia while the Russians kept daring them. What has the sensless tough talk brought us? We need someone who thinks before he talks. With McCain's sensless brags, we should be ready to fight WARS against IRAN, SYRIA, AND OF COURSE RUSSIA!

He will not succeed in Jesus Name Amen!

Jim   August 27th, 2008 8:46 am ET

I can't wait!! I am for Obama but have ENORMOUS RESPECT for Mr. Clinton! And his wife, who did a phenominal job yesterday!

Any Puma's who are still not with us, let it be folks, let it be, no worries because the college students will break the tie, we will be out in full force come November, just wait!

Femi Moradeyo   August 27th, 2008 8:46 am ET

McCain said, Obama is inexperienced as if government is run by one person! Only a dictator runs government aloan. Obama has enough experience and as a true democrat he will undoubtedly draw from abundance of experience from his predicessors and those executive members of his cabinet or even outside cabinet and iam sure he will always listen to voice of reason.

AQ   August 27th, 2008 8:44 am ET

I'm utterly disappointed in CNN. Thanks for two nights of wasted convention coverage. I'm going to take a cue from some fellow posters and watch the rest of the convention on PBS or C-Span because CNN has become ridiculous in it's coverage. Thanks for nothing.

Lyle   August 27th, 2008 8:44 am ET

Just as with Mrs. Clinton’s amazing speech Tuesday night, President Clinton’s speech will make it even more crystal-clear that Mr. Obama does not have what it takes to be President. By comparison to the Clintons, Mr. Obama seems tiny and insignificant and does not project the strength, power and acumen of an American President.

This election is a tragic, missed opportunity for Democrats.

chrissy   August 27th, 2008 8:43 am ET

HIllary was incredible…..and why was she not choosen as Obama's vp? If a strong, no nonsense, tenacious and experienced woman is too intimidating for Obama to choose as vp then what sort of unity or toughness can he really have against dictators and rouge leaders with extremist views? Last night made me question even more about Obama. If winning over 18 millions votes and able to unify a divided party in one incredible speech as HIllary did last night, are not enough to be vp, then what is? did her gender stand in the way for obama?

Denise   August 27th, 2008 8:42 am ET

After he is finished, he can take his spoiled, selfish, whiny, petulant beind back to is office in Harlem.

Paul   August 27th, 2008 8:40 am ET

Bill Clinton is such an idiot!!

Pouting, Sulking, Whining… What a Man!! "Why didnt you give the presidency to my wife.. wa wa wa!!"

My little sister has more dignity then him!! Its a shame you let yourself down like this Bill.. i used to have a lot of respect for you!

OBAMA/BIDEN 2008 and 2012!!

Rudy NYC   August 27th, 2008 8:40 am ET

Bill Clinton's endorsement of Obama has been restrained. Okay, he took a month long vacation after the primaries, so I will give him benefit of the doubt.

But, his criticism of Obama was stronger than Hillary's. He must make a game changing speech to make up for that. The political future of the Clinton's now hinges on the outcome of this election. A scenario they created by attempting to destroy Obama in the primaries when they should have packed it in.

yen   August 27th, 2008 8:40 am ET

Hillary couldn't have been Obama' s VP. She fought him like there was no tomorrow. If she was kinder and gentler then, I myself would have supported her all the way. She burnt her bridge many times over. The world is so nieve to even think that she will get the VP position.
It is great choice with J. Biden. Let us give them full support!!

ck   August 27th, 2008 8:38 am ET

Someone please teach the Clintons how to fade away gracefully….

They are part of history, and that is where they should stay.

Don   August 27th, 2008 8:37 am ET

Go get them Bill. Hillary 2012. Phenomenal woman

Tammy - KCMO   August 27th, 2008 8:37 am ET

It's time to unite behind Obama.

Ignore the ignorant posts from PUMAs, Republican's in disguise and slanted media articles being used to inflame the division to keep their ratings up

andrew   August 27th, 2008 8:36 am ET

As a Clinton Democrat, i'll be voting John McCain this Nov. I dont think Obama will keep us safe! Wait and see!

Pam   August 27th, 2008 8:36 am ET

I wouldn't be surprised if Bill Clinton never even mentions Obama's name in his speech.

Gerald in Georgia   August 27th, 2008 8:34 am ET

I am not a Clinton fan at all but ole' girl nailed it last night! Lets be honest Bill has to bring it tonight whether he belives what he says or not. CNN do us all a favor, there are 20,000 plus people in the Covention Center, stop roaming the crowd looking for the one person who still won't vote for Obama. CNN you are really starting to lower your satndards just to keep this controversy going. That was a real Fox News move you did last night. I wonder if you will roam the crowd next week at the Repug convention looking for anyone who will vote for Obama and not McCain. I mean it's only fair because you did it last night!!

yen   August 27th, 2008 8:33 am ET

Among other things , Bill Clinton has to say that Obama can be commander in chief from day one. He should not leave any myth. He has to repair everything dirty they have been saying when they were running against Obama. They owe it to the American people and to the Democratic Party who supported them all those years they were in power.They were in denial at the time, now McCain is using Hillary to attack Obama. You have to find some creative way to counter attack McCain.

Ken from Michigan   August 27th, 2008 8:33 am ET

I think President Clinton will deliver the same kind of intense speech that Hillary did, at least that's what I think he should do. Hillary has regained 95% of my respect as a politician, she did what she needed to do to save the party. The former President has a long rope to hoe in order to do the same.

GrammieJ   August 27th, 2008 8:32 am ET

Hey folks,
If there ever was a time for us to wish someone "get a bad cold, or stomach pains" it is tonight. We need s substitute for sure for this one. Will turn off the TV tonight and get some good rest from the mis-led Clintons!!

Scott   August 27th, 2008 8:31 am ET

Bill Clinton is the Man, and the Democratic Party is relevant in 2008 because of him. The entire party owes him a debt of gratitude. Obama in 2008, Hillary in 2012.

Ted   August 27th, 2008 8:31 am ET

After the speech last night by Senator Clinton and tonight's speech by President Clinton many will find themselves continuing to question their choice for Dem. nominee.

President Clinton brought one of the best economic times in our country's recent history. The problem in the primary was the young voters who supported Obama were too young to remember those good days and were swayed by an internet marketing campaign of Obama.

Paul   August 27th, 2008 8:30 am ET

They just don't get any better than Bill Clinton.

galactic def klingon   August 27th, 2008 8:30 am ET

This should be interesting–trying to paint a picture of how cleverly a politically correct individual with no conflict experience and no military record–will be better in this unsafe world to halt Russian, Korean, Iranian aggression, domination and a looming arms race.

Particularly–when Clinton's own policies and actions–failed to recognize the threat of Al Qaeda, failed to slow or halt Russia, Korea, or Iran from their expansionist efforts, and did even less with respect to the human suffering and aggresion on the African continent.

On another note–Clinton is renowned for accomplishing very little with pizzaz–so perhaps a little of that will rub off.

Wake me when his speech is over–I'll analyze the transcript.

Linda from Prescott AZ   August 27th, 2008 8:29 am ET

Okay Bill, Time to do somethng besides make sorry statements like the scenario from yesterday.
I supported you in the best of times and in the worst of times; now it's your job to support the Senator Obama.

Alice in Florida   August 27th, 2008 8:29 am ET

Bill doesn't owe Obama or the disgusting DNC anything! Last night just proved that Dean, Pelosi, Kennedy, Richardson, and the rest of the gang of idiots SELECTED the wrong person as their nominee.

I will vote for McCain in 2008

I will vote for Hillary in 2012

I also congratulate Bill for not attending the False Candidate's coronation. I certainly won't watch it. I've heard enough speeches from windbag Obama to last me a lifetime! Thank goodness he'll only be a lesson in how to LOSE a "sure thing" after November!

I will enjoy, however, watching O-um-uh stutter and stammer his way through the debates with McCain. THAT will be fun!

DP   August 27th, 2008 8:27 am ET

The Clinton Machine is awesome they are professional. I have to say Obama does need the Clintons and may need to reach out more. But to all the Clinton supporters you are going to need Obama as well, if she wants to run in the future. I will if The Clintons bring Obama down, don't you think the Obama supporters are going to do the same. It was a fair race why is everybody so upset. I personally do not care as long as Mcsame is not there.

hahaha   August 27th, 2008 8:26 am ET

How is it that the Republicans have the advantage over Democrats on National Security? The entire handling of the war has been a complete mess. It has cost us lives, resources, and a ton of money. How is that an advantage? This is laughable.

Tony   August 27th, 2008 8:26 am ET

Hope he slams Bush/Cheney and McCain.

People make no sense   August 27th, 2008 8:25 am ET

The ticker says, "McCain has an advantage on national security." Didn't this man spend his entire military life captured? Is that someone we want to take military advice from? How stupid are Americans?

RO   August 27th, 2008 8:23 am ET

IF you think someone who thinks war is the answer all the time, then go for McCain…just because he served in the military doesn't mean he is an expert! Goodness! McCain is just a McBush in disguise! IF you liked what we have been through in the past 8 years and want 4 more years of the same,, go right ahead and vote for McCain. He will not, and I repeat, will not work for the average Americans.

Susan   August 27th, 2008 8:23 am ET

Clinton is a good speaker. He will show support for Obama.

Stacy Clarks, TX   August 27th, 2008 8:23 am ET

SHAME ON CNN FOR YOUR COVERAGE OF THE CONVENTION!!

IF YOU WANT A TRULY UNBIASED COVERAGE OF THE CONVENTION, WHERE WE ACTUALLY HEAR THE SPEECHES INSTEAD OF THE CNN SPIN MASTERS PUNDITS, THEN TURN TO C-SPAN

WATCH C-SPAN FOR TRUYL UNBIASED COVERAGE!!

I NEVER THROUGH ID SAY THIS, BUT CNN, YOU ARE JUST AS BAD AS FOX!!!!

Viet Hoa   August 27th, 2008 8:22 am ET

Hopefully, his speech will cast a shadow over the Obama advantages. I know for sure he enjoys doing it and I believe that he will do it. Anyway Hillary is the best candidate for Democrat.

DUMB party   August 27th, 2008 8:20 am ET

Democrats are the dumbest bunch of people. After 8 years of the GOP and the way they have treated us… Ya'll dumb people still want to vote in another Bush….

No wonder McCain uses the Democrats in his ad because we don't think…. Just plain dumb…

And I bet CNN will not post this… Fox will because they know I am telling the truth.

And no wonder they gave our symbol the Donkey….

Shirley-Ohio   August 27th, 2008 8:17 am ET

I hope when Bill take the stage, he will put more effort into helping Obama by stressing that he feels Obama is reading and he needs to address those attack Ads that he wife created and the Republicans are using against Obama. Right now, it is about the Democratic Party and if a Republican can when the White House after a bad Bush years then the Democrats will probably never ever get the White House back. This will shoot down hopes for Hillary and Chelsea. You can best believe when Hillary run, Condi Rice is going to run as well and she is just as strong as Hillary. If Obama loses because of division of the Democratic Party, a lot of African Americans will probably not vote because they will probably feel it's not worth it anymore.

Judgement over Experience   August 27th, 2008 8:17 am ET

I am not a fan of Hillary's and did not vote for her however her speech last night was the first time to me she showed any honesty. When she scolded her supporters for their misguided support was perfect. Her puma/pac supporters act like love struck stalkers and I think that troubles her and it should, she created that monster.

checkthisout   August 27th, 2008 8:16 am ET

SOME PEOPLE BOTH WITHIN AND WITHOUT THE PARTY HAVE BEEN SO VERY MUCH AGAINST THE CLINTON LEGACY.

BEFORE THIS NIGHT IS OVER THEY WILL BEGIN TO REALISE HOW SO VERY WRONG THEY WERE.

THE CLINTON MACHINE IS A FORMIDABLE MACHINE !

Mike   August 27th, 2008 8:16 am ET

McBush, McSurge, McDraft, McBomb.
When that Red Phone in the White House rings at 3AM. Please let the reasoned,calm,intelligent, Barrack Obama take the call. Not the hot tempered, war hungry,Lobby influenced, John McWar!

John in Ohio   August 27th, 2008 8:16 am ET

No Way, No How, No McCain.

There is too much at stake to risk even four more years of Republican failure. Even if *you* might personally survive it, even if I survived a tour in Iraq when I was in the military during Bush's 8 years, there will be a lot of people who don't survive. And with a bellicose McCain looking for a causus belli to justify war with Russia, your own personal survival odds aren't real good.

We're in a plane. It's going down. Are we gonna hand the controls to a pilot who, while new, can pull us out of the tail spin and maybe get us back on course? Or, conversely, are we gonna keep the plane in the hands of the crazed kamikaze currently behind the stick for just 4000 more feet because we don't like the new pilot?

Think fast, the ground is 3500 feet away.

Joe Reg   August 27th, 2008 8:15 am ET

The fact of the matter is that Democrats are the best when it comes to national security issues. This is clear, under the leadership of Dems, we promote and execute diplomacy base on international coorperation and a domestic policy base on inclusion of Americans of all work of life.

The security foster by Dems creates growth and properity for all.

Under Dems there is always economic growth before the repubs destroy everything. We will elect Dems and fix America once again.

Obama/Biden 08.

Matt, Pittsburgh   August 27th, 2008 8:14 am ET

This is not the topic he wanted to address. He wanted more self agrandizing time.

The man is no longer relevant.

McCain Hutchinson '08

Desmond Sequeira   August 27th, 2008 8:13 am ET

Just look where so called Bush/McSame "experience" has got the USA and the world, economically, politically, national security-wise and in foreign relations!!!

McSame stronger on national security? UNDILUTED RUBBISH.
Being Bullish and Hawkish and Bull-dozing and "Bushed" does not make one stronger. It makes one fool-hardy, as Bush has proved.
Give us OBAMA's quiet, intelligent, respectful strength any day.

Mike - Texas   August 27th, 2008 8:11 am ET

I don't know how Bill is going to handle this, but Hillary had a good speech last night.

The problem that I saw was that Michelle Obama looked on Hillary's speech with a lot of distrust and anger for about 90% of it. She lightened up a little after Hillary started complementing her.

You could see the anger and distrust in her face. At times it looked as if Michelle could bite a 10 penny nail in two.

If Hillary's supporters saw what I saw, then they would not be happy at all.

One Nation   August 27th, 2008 8:10 am ET

The Clinton's and the Obama's are great people. It's mostly republicans posing as PUMAS who keep this garabage going. Don't buy into it and let's move ahead. May God bless this country.

Obama/Biden/Clinton 08′ – 12′

Bulldog   August 27th, 2008 8:09 am ET

This network is repeating the Republican talking points time after time. Someone inside must be getting paid. CNN is also airing an attack ad that even FOX news has refused to air because it is so far out there and full of lies and false accusations. They should be ashamed of themselves. They are turning even worse than FOX as far as airing Republican lies and gutter smear attacks. Way to go CNN, you sinking lower and lower.

Spencer from VA   August 27th, 2008 8:09 am ET

Now it's your turn Bill. Let's see if you can do half the job your wife did.

Travis   August 27th, 2008 8:08 am ET

Perfect…..after tonight I won't be seeing this WOMANIZER again.

By the way….take Billary with you.

Living in the USA   August 27th, 2008 8:08 am ET

Bill go somewhere and sit down. You are not needed.

Richard Khan   August 27th, 2008 8:07 am ET

CNN..please post my comment…

Will the media finally leave the Clintons alone of this week. People keep saying that this election isn't about Bill and Hilary Clinton, but the media can't seem to stop talking about them. Obviously Bill Clinton is news, unlike Obama, Mcain, Bush and Biden, Bill Clinton is news even if he isn't in the spot light. I like the fact that the media find things to say negative about Clinton, and these other guys that I mention especially President Bush who has a 30% approval rating, the media don't mention this at all. Bill Clinton is doing his charitable work in Africa, which politician is doing that, not Obama, not Bush and certainly not Mcain. However, the media isn't going to report that, they are going to report about unreliable sources that heard something about Bill Clinton and that is news.

The media is putting a wedge in the party by reporting negative about the Clintons, and I can bet my very last dollar, if Obama looses in November…who is the media going to blame…non other than the Clintons…

East Coast Bum   August 27th, 2008 8:05 am ET

Hillary did alot for me last night. I much more respect for her than her old man Bill. I hope he gets it right, but I will have to wait and see.

Again Hillary was awesome last night……i feel united now, no longer worried about the rouge PUMA folks.

Tim   August 27th, 2008 8:02 am ET

No way, No How, No McCain!!!

Ohio   August 27th, 2008 8:02 am ET

Bill Clinton will deliver a great speech tonight as always and as his wife did – it really bothers me that all think the Clintons have to get behind Barack – Kennedy in 1980 although President Carter still maintained a commanding lead, Kennedy did not drop out of the race, or endorse I said ENDORSE Carter. Hmm sounds familar. he instead took HIS delegates to the convention so to have more leverage in the forming of the party platform. – IT IS NOT UP TO THE CLINTONS TO GET THE VOTES FOR BARACK it is up to Barack – if he does not win it is not the Clintons fault – I am so tired of hearing CNN talk the garbage they do about the Clintons – what all other politicians can have their view but the clintons can not – I will be voting for barack – but I wish I was voting for Hiliary

beevee   August 27th, 2008 8:00 am ET

I hope he will get over the disappointment of the loss of Hillary in the primaries and uses his political genius to get Obama elected.

Deb, Allentown, PA   August 27th, 2008 8:00 am ET

With the exception of Jack Cafferty, who makes no bones about whom he is supporting, CNN is so very obviously slanted toward McCain that the network is beginning to give Faux News a run for their money. I'm extremely disappointed in the coverage of the convention, and the negative spin attributed to every piece of it. I've turned to MSNBC and C-Span for complete coverage; the only reason I don't go there for online news is because they don't permit comments on their articles.

There have been wonderful lines delivered by almost every speaker at this convention (with the exception of Warner), and CNN pays very little attention to them. When they do post something about them, they open up the item on the ticker and then close the article for comments almost immediately. Is CNN afraid of the positive responses you might see for Obama and the Democrats?

It will be interesting to see if this is posted. I will not hold my breath.

The US abolishes century old clinton dynasty   August 27th, 2008 7:58 am ET

oh lord
here we go i thought the dynasty was abolished, but the DNC is so fearful of the clintons
that they must give them center state

who cares, anyway,

they handed the presidency to Mccain in a silver platter
as billy boo says

if not us, none, … and of course that is what he thinks

but we thank the clintons from the bottom of our hearts, you just did our work

hillary barely mentioned Obama
it was all about herself.

wonderful

so again we will not let her win EVER

McCain 08 12

kathy in ohio   August 27th, 2008 7:56 am ET

lovvvvvvvvvvvvvvve him and love hillary i was one last night with tears in my eyes with her speach. Not that she convinced me to vote obama. she just reminded us what a great loss we have suffered not giving her the nomination. i will wait 4 yrs and vote for her in 2012 this year it will be mccain for me.

larry wi   August 27th, 2008 7:56 am ET

When it comes to National Security there is no way in hell Clinton or any Democrat can convince the people that Nobama has what it takes to make appropriate decisions to protect us. Ultimately this will be his primary failure in his Presidential endevor.

Mark M   August 27th, 2008 7:56 am ET

Hillary was denied the nomination for one reason: her sex. I hope Bill calls the party's hand on this and denies his support to Obama.

I have voted Democrat all my life but since the Democrats refused to nominate Hillary I will be voting for McCain and I believe thousands will join me.

maurice   August 27th, 2008 7:56 am ET

To me last night showed with certainty that Hillary would have
been the right choice.Ofcourse she wants her party to win
but its painfully obvious that Obama isn`t ready to lead.

Jeff   August 27th, 2008 7:54 am ET

It's a mystery to me why the Clintons would campaign at all for Obama. The Clintons were the future of the nation. Obama is a mistake waiting to happen. All of the idiot twenty-something’s that crowded the primary polls to support Obama have not yet had the experience of the real world. They live in their little ivory towers and pretend to understand how the world works. Idealism and fairy tales were the driving force behind the Obama nomination, not common sense and intelligence. These people have not yet had to worry about putting food on the table for a family, or worry about the economy in general. Hubris hangs on Obama like a cheap suit. I am ashamed of my party and will be staying home in November for the first time in my life. Then I will sit back and watch the clowns perform.

fa   August 27th, 2008 7:51 am ET

4 more months. No way. No how. No McCain

Obama 08 & 12   August 27th, 2008 7:51 am ET

Whatever. Too much has been said in the past and recently for it to have any validity. I'm anxiously waiting Senator Obama's speech.

Davonne from Atlanta   August 27th, 2008 7:49 am ET

It's a bit of a shame that we're still talking about unity at this stage of the game….but hillary's peoples need to get over this feeling of ander that they lost,..thery're acting like 3 yr old children….and while clinton's speech was good,..i think she could've done more to plug Obama…i know that these speeches are scripted, but to squash some of those McCains ads with her criticizing Obama, she could've stated something along the lines of.."the way me & barack debated was symbolic of a brother & sister spat nothing more"…..just something from the gut and real instead of all this political crap…

Anna   August 27th, 2008 7:47 am ET

Here comes the Entertainment gig!
I really can't wait.

I have to say I am glad that Bill is not going out of his way to pretend he isn't mad. It shows a genuinity that doesn't exist in politics.

You don't have to watch your back with Bill.
He'll say it to your face, not to worry.

Bill and Hill, loved you since 1992 and still true blue!

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