Comments on: Gergen: Reversing the momentum? http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/08/27/gergen-reversing-the-momentum/ All politics, all the time Mon, 21 Dec 2009 22:07:36 +0000 http://wordpress.com/ hourly 1 By: Regina B http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/08/27/gergen-reversing-the-momentum/#comment-1562206 Regina B Thu, 28 Aug 2008 08:50:44 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=15011#comment-1562206 Where is this big Democratic Party schism that the press has spent the last 2 months talking about? In fantasy land, that's where. As a registered Democrat who speaks to a lot of other registered Democrats, I have had several conversations with Hillary supporters who, although extremely saddened that she lost the nomination, would NEVER be caught dead voting for a Republican. They may not love Obama the way they love Clinton, but they will vote for him in the end because that is what is what they believe is best for the country. Any who switch allegiance are not true Democrats, but closet racists who cannot stomach a black man in the White House. The Republicans can have those idiots with my blessing. Where is this big Democratic Party schism that the press has spent the last 2 months talking about? In fantasy land, that's where. As a registered Democrat who speaks to a lot of other registered Democrats, I have had several conversations with Hillary supporters who, although extremely saddened that she lost the nomination, would NEVER be caught dead voting for a Republican. They may not love Obama the way they love Clinton, but they will vote for him in the end because that is what is what they believe is best for the country. Any who switch allegiance are not true Democrats, but closet racists who cannot stomach a black man in the White House. The Republicans can have those idiots with my blessing.

]]> By: MJR http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/08/27/gergen-reversing-the-momentum/#comment-1562204 MJR Thu, 28 Aug 2008 08:49:18 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=15011#comment-1562204 I cannot vote for an elementary school politician. Come back and try again in 20 years, Obama. I cannot vote for an elementary school politician.

Come back and try again in 20 years, Obama.

]]> By: Ira http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/08/27/gergen-reversing-the-momentum/#comment-1562197 Ira Thu, 28 Aug 2008 08:36:29 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=15011#comment-1562197 Speeches are merely words. I my opinion, neither Obama or McCain can change anything because the government of the USA is too large and expensive. The country is in a state of bankruptcy. The Congress and Senate, as well as the President must make drastic, across the board spending cuts. Speeches are merely words. I my opinion, neither Obama or McCain can change anything because the government of the USA is too large and expensive. The country is in a state of bankruptcy. The Congress and Senate, as well as the President must make drastic, across the board spending cuts.

]]> By: Marge Hibbing Mn http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/08/27/gergen-reversing-the-momentum/#comment-1562194 Marge Hibbing Mn Thu, 28 Aug 2008 08:31:13 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=15011#comment-1562194 No matter where he goes, no matter what he does, you can feel Bill Clinton's personality. And you know he is sincere. I think this party lost the opportunity to put a president in the white house when the DNC pushed obama and not Hillary...after the GE in November we will see how wrong they were when they are responsible for a republican instead of a democrat president. GO CLINTONS. REAL AMERICA. No matter where he goes, no matter what he does, you can feel Bill Clinton's personality. And you know he is sincere. I think this party lost the opportunity to put a president in the white house when the DNC pushed obama and not Hillary...after the GE in November we will see how wrong they were when they are responsible for a republican instead of a democrat president. GO CLINTONS. REAL AMERICA.

]]> By: Lynne in Australia http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/08/27/gergen-reversing-the-momentum/#comment-1562189 Lynne in Australia Thu, 28 Aug 2008 08:18:53 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=15011#comment-1562189 I watched Michelle Obama's face turn to concrete when both Hillary, then Bill spoke. There is no loss between her and them, it appeared a face of contempt. Hillary and Bill both spoke as experienced statesmen, with dignity, pride and belief in what they want. When Biden spoke it seemed more of hatred and aiming daggers at McCain. Experienced he may be but this does not give Barack credentials, he has to earm those himself and he has not. Nothing they said today would make me change from voting Republican and believe me I did listen with an open mind. This convention is just preaching to the converted and I am not one. I watched Michelle Obama's face turn to concrete when both Hillary, then Bill spoke. There is no loss between her and them, it appeared a face of contempt. Hillary and Bill both spoke as experienced statesmen, with dignity, pride and belief in what they want. When Biden spoke it seemed more of hatred and aiming daggers at McCain. Experienced he may be but this does not give Barack credentials, he has to earm those himself and he has not. Nothing they said today would make me change from voting Republican and believe me I did listen with an open mind. This convention is just preaching to the converted and I am not one.

]]> By: sandra http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/08/27/gergen-reversing-the-momentum/#comment-1562182 sandra Thu, 28 Aug 2008 08:09:13 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=15011#comment-1562182 I want to remind all the Bush voters who will not now claim they voted for him that we went through 8 years of pure horror. The way they handled 911 and Katrina, our troops our economy. Think about more than your biases and vote for a new direction for our country our troops and our children. I am scared of McCain. I am terrified of what 4 more years of hardship and just barely making it by. I am afraid for our troops who when they come home will not have adequate health care and compensation for their injuries. I am afraid of losing my home and faith in this country. I know we will be on track with Obama. I don't know how great a president he will be but I side with hope over hopelessness with McCain any day. I want to remind all the Bush voters who will not now claim they voted for him that we went through 8 years of pure horror. The way they handled 911 and Katrina, our troops our economy. Think about more than your biases and vote for a new direction for our country our troops and our children. I am scared of McCain. I am terrified of what 4 more years of hardship and just barely making it by. I am afraid for our troops who when they come home will not have adequate health care and compensation for their injuries. I am afraid of losing my home and faith in this country. I know we will be on track with Obama. I don't know how great a president he will be but I side with hope over hopelessness with McCain any day.

]]> By: Angel http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/08/27/gergen-reversing-the-momentum/#comment-1562179 Angel Thu, 28 Aug 2008 08:01:52 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=15011#comment-1562179 I love the Clintons and they should be running the country. I think Hillary will go far in an Obama admin. I don't think the country is ready for Obama. I hope he wins. History and tradition are stacked up against him. Biden was a great pick-up. Hill would have been the perfered choice,but to much change is not a good thing. Remember people FEAR change. Change = Uncertainty. God Bless America. McCain/? Or Obama/Biden....... I just don't know. I love the Clintons and they should be running the country. I think Hillary will go far in an Obama admin. I don't think the country is ready for Obama. I hope he wins. History and tradition are stacked up against him. Biden was a great pick-up. Hill would have been the perfered choice,but to much change is not a good thing. Remember people FEAR change. Change = Uncertainty. God Bless America.

McCain/? Or Obama/Biden....... I just don't know.

]]> By: wilfred http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/08/27/gergen-reversing-the-momentum/#comment-1562172 wilfred Thu, 28 Aug 2008 07:48:42 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=15011#comment-1562172 Obama will definitely redeem America's promise. McCanne will highlight his whitehouse agenda by attacking Obama. when will he run an advert that states his vission for 2008 and beyond. Obama will definitely redeem America's promise. McCanne will highlight his whitehouse agenda by attacking Obama. when will he run an advert that states his vission for 2008 and beyond.

]]> By: emmanuel obire http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/08/27/gergen-reversing-the-momentum/#comment-1562167 emmanuel obire Thu, 28 Aug 2008 07:44:03 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=15011#comment-1562167 may i advise majority of democrats to ignore comments posted. i just realised that they are largely the work REPUBLICAN agent to fester disunity among the rank and file of our great party. THEIR GAME IS UP YOU WOLVES IN SHEEP CLOTHING. lets work to throw out the republicans from the white house and bring back this nation from its CURRENT DESPICABLE STATE. OBAMA/BIDEN 08. may i advise majority of democrats to ignore comments posted.
i just realised that they are largely the work REPUBLICAN agent to fester disunity among the rank and file of our great party. THEIR GAME IS UP YOU WOLVES IN SHEEP CLOTHING. lets work to throw out the republicans from the white house and bring back this nation from its CURRENT DESPICABLE STATE.

OBAMA/BIDEN 08.

]]> By: Amy http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/08/27/gergen-reversing-the-momentum/#comment-1562165 Amy Thu, 28 Aug 2008 07:40:44 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=15011#comment-1562165 No way. I know so many who are determined not to vote for Obama. The feel-good moment will only last till this weekend when doubts about Obama capture people's concerns. A lot of Clinton people are leaving tonight (including Bill) -- how will this reveal about the true feelings. No way. I know so many who are determined not to vote for Obama. The feel-good moment will only last till this weekend when doubts about Obama capture people's concerns. A lot of Clinton people are leaving tonight (including Bill) - how will this reveal about the true feelings.

]]> By: Agnes http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/08/27/gergen-reversing-the-momentum/#comment-1562163 Agnes Thu, 28 Aug 2008 07:38:16 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=15011#comment-1562163 A well delivered speech can be uplifting and inspiring much as the way a well delivered sonata can take you to another place but... there must be more than words to fix this nation. Surely it goes without saying that we need change. I just don't know what type of change Obama will garner. He has no history of action, community outreach is fine for local governance but the chief executor of this country must be conversant on many levels and does not have the luxury of on the job training. I question Obama's intentions, his choices, Wright, Ayers, Rezco... I question his unity, Trinity Church=racism, Tammany Hall tactics with the DNC elders, strong arming and railroading the better, far superior candidate. I will not tow the party line for the sake of the DNC. I must choose the person who is able to do the best for all americans not just the few. How exactly will Sen. Obama approach the issues facing our great nation? Let’s face the fact that his experience - community outreach and a state senatorial voting record of "Present," does not qualify him for the office of the President of the United States of America – one in which the new President will face the effects of global warming, war, commodities shortages- everything from fresh water and oil to wheat, economic "downturn" and health issues ranging from rogue viruses to tainted food/products. Many of these issues span an international spectrum. Where exactly does Sen. Obama exhibit the experience to effectively deal with these issues? (Who do you want performing your open heart surgery, the professor or the surgeon?) It takes more than being able to talk about how something is supposed to act, (anyone who has just come out of college to start a new job can attest to that;) it takes the experience of actually doing the work. We need change and we need proven leadership - on day one. In my opinion the only person who has the qualifications to effectively handle all the issues facing our nation is Hillary Clinton. This is the reason so many of her campaign advisors are now working with Obama, because he knows Hillary was the true candidate of change. In my opinion the only person who has the qualifications to effectively handle all the issues facing our nation is Hillary Clinton. Barack as Chief Executive?… never. I found him lacking and still do. A well delivered speech can be uplifting and inspiring much as the way a well delivered sonata can take you to another place but... there must be more than words to fix this nation. Surely it goes without saying that we need change. I just don't know what type of change Obama will garner. He has no history of action, community outreach is fine for local governance but the chief executor of this country must be conversant on many levels and does not have the luxury of on the job training. I question Obama's intentions, his choices, Wright, Ayers, Rezco... I question his unity, Trinity Church=racism, Tammany Hall tactics with the DNC elders, strong arming and railroading the better, far superior candidate. I will not tow the party line for the sake of the DNC. I must choose the person who is able to do the best for all americans not just the few.
How exactly will Sen. Obama approach the issues facing our great nation? Let’s face the fact that his experience – community outreach and a state senatorial voting record of "Present," does not qualify him for the office of the President of the United States of America – one in which the new President will face the effects of global warming, war, commodities shortages- everything from fresh water and oil to wheat, economic "downturn" and health issues ranging from rogue viruses to tainted food/products. Many of these issues span an international spectrum. Where exactly does Sen. Obama exhibit the experience to effectively deal with these issues? (Who do you want performing your open heart surgery, the professor or the surgeon?) It takes more than being able to talk about how something is supposed to act, (anyone who has just come out of college to start a new job can attest to that;) it takes the experience of actually doing the work. We need change and we need proven leadership – on day one. In my opinion the only person who has the qualifications to effectively handle all the issues facing our nation is Hillary Clinton. This is the reason so many of her campaign advisors are now working with Obama, because he knows Hillary was the true candidate of change. In my opinion the only person who has the qualifications to effectively handle all the issues facing our nation is Hillary Clinton. Barack as Chief Executive?… never. I found him lacking and still do.

]]> By: Young Republican http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/08/27/gergen-reversing-the-momentum/#comment-1562161 Young Republican Thu, 28 Aug 2008 07:33:44 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=15011#comment-1562161 I agree. I've been leaning toward Obama for a while and I've come to the conclusion Obama-Biden are the only rational choice. McCain and company are now obsolete. I agree.

I've been leaning toward Obama for a while and I've come to the conclusion Obama-Biden are the only rational choice.

McCain and company are now obsolete.

]]> By: ktloss, Laguna Beach CA http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/08/27/gergen-reversing-the-momentum/#comment-1562159 ktloss, Laguna Beach CA Thu, 28 Aug 2008 07:27:49 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=15011#comment-1562159 To Deeply Disappointed in Florida, do you REALLY want to suffer through another 4 years of Bush-type disastrous economic policies, "my-way or the highway" foreign policy, outdated energy policy, over reach of the executive branch to the detriment of our other brancehs of government, and a guarantee that the Supreme Court will be tilted to the far right for the next generation? Yes, I know it has been a hard, hard campaign. But in the primaries, things get tough. Hillary and Bill were tough as nails on Obama, and Obama was tough right back. It's the nature of politics. Politics ain't for sissies. But as Hillary said last night, this is bigger than a single candidate, we are at a crossroads, at a moment of crisis in this country, and we have a choice to make. Please, please put aside hurt personal feelings, just as HIllary and Bill have, and vote for the Democratic ticket to get us out of this god-awful mess the Republicans have plunged us into over the past 8 years. This is much bigger than personal feelings. If Hillary and Bill can do it, every disaffected Hillary voter can to. Follow their lead, as I have, and throw your support to Obama-Biden. Let's take a page from the Republican playbook and get behind our candidate. Our country, our boys in Iraq, our world need CHANGE! To Deeply Disappointed in Florida, do you REALLY want to suffer through another 4 years of Bush-type disastrous economic policies, "my-way or the highway" foreign policy, outdated energy policy, over reach of the executive branch to the detriment of our other brancehs of government, and a guarantee that the Supreme Court will be tilted to the far right for the next generation? Yes, I know it has been a hard, hard campaign. But in the primaries, things get tough. Hillary and Bill were tough as nails on Obama, and Obama was tough right back. It's the nature of politics. Politics ain't for sissies. But as Hillary said last night, this is bigger than a single candidate, we are at a crossroads, at a moment of crisis in this country, and we have a choice to make. Please, please put aside hurt personal feelings, just as HIllary and Bill have, and vote for the Democratic ticket to get us out of this god-awful mess the Republicans have plunged us into over the past 8 years. This is much bigger than personal feelings. If Hillary and Bill can do it, every disaffected Hillary voter can to. Follow their lead, as I have, and throw your support to Obama-Biden. Let's take a page from the Republican playbook and get behind our candidate. Our country, our boys in Iraq, our world need CHANGE!

]]> By: Jake http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/08/27/gergen-reversing-the-momentum/#comment-1562154 Jake Thu, 28 Aug 2008 07:23:47 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=15011#comment-1562154 I caught my hard-core republican grandparents watching the DNC tonight. I was simply floored, especially when they were nodding their heads in agreement to Bill's speech. This just floored me! Never, have I seen them this excited about the democratic party before and I am simply tickled pink to have them on board!! Obama/Biden '08!! I caught my hard-core republican grandparents watching the DNC tonight. I was simply floored, especially when they were nodding their heads in agreement to Bill's speech. This just floored me! Never, have I seen them this excited about the democratic party before and I am simply tickled pink to have them on board!!

Obama/Biden '08!!

]]> By: Jonathan M. Feldman http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/08/27/gergen-reversing-the-momentum/#comment-1562152 Jonathan M. Feldman Thu, 28 Aug 2008 07:21:39 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=15011#comment-1562152 One theory is that McCain's rise in the polls was based on his gaining back Republicans and conservatives who had backed Obama. Is there any data to support that view or your view about Obama losing supporters of Democrats? One theory is that McCain's rise in the polls was based on his gaining back Republicans and conservatives who had backed Obama. Is there any data to support that view or your view about Obama losing supporters of Democrats?

]]> By: Bryan http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/08/27/gergen-reversing-the-momentum/#comment-1562150 Bryan Thu, 28 Aug 2008 07:20:28 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=15011#comment-1562150 I am in Denver and have attended each of the first three nights of the Democratic Convention. Admittedly, there was some tension in the air among delegates over whether supporters of Senator Clinton would support Senator Obama, although it was not as dramatic as the national media has led some to believe. In any event, those concerns were largely alleviated after Senator Clinton's speech on Tuesday, and further after she released her delegates on Wednesday morning. That opened the opportunity to move forward together, and President Clinton and Senator Biden did wonders in propeling the Democratic Party toward November. The excitement in the Pepsi Center was electric, and Senator Obama's appearance really put an exclamation point on the night. I think the campaign is back on track. I am in Denver and have attended each of the first three nights of the Democratic Convention. Admittedly, there was some tension in the air among delegates over whether supporters of Senator Clinton would support Senator Obama, although it was not as dramatic as the national media has led some to believe. In any event, those concerns were largely alleviated after Senator Clinton's speech on Tuesday, and further after she released her delegates on Wednesday morning. That opened the opportunity to move forward together, and President Clinton and Senator Biden did wonders in propeling the Democratic Party toward November. The excitement in the Pepsi Center was electric, and Senator Obama's appearance really put an exclamation point on the night. I think the campaign is back on track.

]]> By: wantedClintonbutgotObama http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/08/27/gergen-reversing-the-momentum/#comment-1562148 wantedClintonbutgotObama Thu, 28 Aug 2008 07:19:46 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=15011#comment-1562148 To Mary Gagliordi and others who agree with her: Please don't vote for McCain. It will hurt us all. I am a man who loves animals. Would a dog who wanted steak for dinner, but was "unlucky" and ended up getting regular dog food, then trust a man who is offering him rotten meat for his dinner the next day? If you truly did support Hillary (sincerely, that is) then why not continue support her and follow her lead? You will lose her respect if you vote for McCain. Please don't let your precious vote be spoiled by resentment and vengeance. Millions of fellow Hillary supporters - like me - will pay a heavy price if McCain wins. Can't you see that? To Mary Gagliordi and others who agree with her: Please don't vote for McCain. It will hurt us all. I am a man who loves animals. Would a dog who wanted steak for dinner, but was "unlucky" and ended up getting regular dog food, then trust a man who is offering him rotten meat for his dinner the next day?

If you truly did support Hillary (sincerely, that is) then why not continue support her and follow her lead? You will lose her respect if you vote for McCain. Please don't let your precious vote be spoiled by resentment and vengeance. Millions of fellow Hillary supporters – like me – will pay a heavy price if McCain wins. Can't you see that?

]]> By: TonyInKentucky http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/08/27/gergen-reversing-the-momentum/#comment-1562136 TonyInKentucky Thu, 28 Aug 2008 07:09:41 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=15011#comment-1562136 Mary, you must be an ears and eyes closed mouth open type soul. Why vote for McCain when the Republicans only gave you a half vote as well? You still don't get that we're talking about the country and it's future. You are misguided and irrational. If you vote for McCain you stand behind him, you are rubberstamping his policies. You wish great hardship and ill on the American people and a disregard for the principles of liberty, equality, and justice. You are advocating hamstringing your children and grandchildren. You may as well run up credit cards in their name. Take all of that anger out on the buffoons you elected in Florida that got you hammered by both national parties. Whatever your age you demonstrate the behavior of a petulant child with no business in any voting booth. Mary, you must be an ears and eyes closed mouth open type soul. Why vote for McCain when the Republicans only gave you a half vote as well?

You still don't get that we're talking about the country and it's future. You are misguided and irrational. If you vote for McCain you stand behind him, you are rubberstamping his policies. You wish great hardship and ill on the American people and a disregard for the principles of liberty, equality, and justice.

You are advocating hamstringing your children and grandchildren. You may as well run up credit cards in their name.

Take all of that anger out on the buffoons you elected in Florida that got you hammered by both national parties. Whatever your age you demonstrate the behavior of a petulant child with no business in any voting booth.

]]> By: Allan http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/08/27/gergen-reversing-the-momentum/#comment-1562134 Allan Thu, 28 Aug 2008 07:07:36 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=15011#comment-1562134 I was very pleased, and not just a little surprised, when Sen.Clinton moved for acclamation. Yes, she and Bill must have been hurting, but they redeemed themselves. He gave a great speech, and I hope he gets out there for Obama. I don't think Biden was in his best form, but he will be great in the end. There is no question about what he believes in and how strongly he will fight for it. GO DEMS. I will be at a huge Democrats Abroad gathering in Mexico City tomorrow night for Obama's speech. I was very pleased, and not just a little surprised, when Sen.Clinton moved for acclamation. Yes, she and Bill must have been hurting, but they redeemed themselves. He gave a great speech, and I hope he gets out there for Obama. I don't think Biden was in his best form, but he will be great in the end. There is no question about what he believes in and how strongly he will fight for it. GO DEMS. I will be at a huge Democrats Abroad gathering in Mexico City tomorrow night for Obama's speech.

]]> By: JC http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/08/27/gergen-reversing-the-momentum/#comment-1562132 JC Thu, 28 Aug 2008 07:05:30 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=15011#comment-1562132 I was a Hillary supporter in the primaries. I think Hillary and Bill Clinton gave two great speaches. However, that did not make Obama any more qualified. In comparison, it makes him look even less qualified and less gracious considering how he did not even vetted Hillary, how he sent his text message at 3 am Saturday morning (what a joke!!). I am votting for Mcain for sure, no doubt about it. He is more qualified. Country first, party second. The DNC made me sick of partisian. Mcain is at the right time for people who are not extrem far left or far right. I was a Hillary supporter in the primaries. I think Hillary and Bill Clinton gave two great speaches. However, that did not make Obama
any more qualified. In comparison, it makes him look even less qualified and less gracious considering how he did not even vetted Hillary, how he sent his text message at 3 am Saturday morning (what a joke!!). I am votting for Mcain for sure, no doubt about it.
He is more qualified. Country first, party second. The DNC made me sick of partisian. Mcain is at the right time for people who are not extrem far left or far right.

]]> By: Abm Habibullah, Dallas, TX http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/08/27/gergen-reversing-the-momentum/#comment-1562130 Abm Habibullah, Dallas, TX Thu, 28 Aug 2008 07:03:41 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=15011#comment-1562130 mary gagliordi, You are a GOP supporter, not democrate. Democrates votes to support issues, not person. Dictators get vote based on personality. mary gagliordi,

You are a GOP supporter, not democrate. Democrates votes to support issues, not person. Dictators get vote based on personality.

]]> By: Ken http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/08/27/gergen-reversing-the-momentum/#comment-1562127 Ken Thu, 28 Aug 2008 07:02:31 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=15011#comment-1562127 I must say that Bill and Hillary Clinton did what good party member's do, a great show. They both know like the rest of the world knows, that Hillary Clinton should have been the nominee and not Obama. Now, Obama has sealed his fate for losing in November by choosing Biden instead of Hillary Clinton to be his VP. Just another of Obama;s dumb mistakes. I am like so many other Hillary Clinton supporters that will NOT vote for Obama and will be voting for McCain. At least McCain has the experience, knowledge and skills that is truly lacking in Obama. We will make sure that when Hillary Clinton runs in 2012, WE WILL make sure that she does become the nominee, and then our next President. I must say that Bill and Hillary Clinton did what good party member's do, a great show. They both know like the rest of the world knows, that Hillary Clinton should have been the nominee and not Obama.

Now, Obama has sealed his fate for losing in November by choosing Biden instead of Hillary Clinton to be his VP. Just another of Obama;s dumb mistakes.

I am like so many other Hillary Clinton supporters that will NOT vote for Obama and will be voting for McCain. At least McCain has the experience, knowledge and skills that is truly lacking in Obama.

We will make sure that when Hillary Clinton runs in 2012, WE WILL make sure that she does become the nominee, and then our next President.

]]> By: Abm Habibullah, Dallas, TX http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/08/27/gergen-reversing-the-momentum/#comment-1562125 Abm Habibullah, Dallas, TX Thu, 28 Aug 2008 07:01:07 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=15011#comment-1562125 I am a proud democrate and President Clinton is the best President I have seen in my lifetime. God bless him. Obama needs to follow his foot step ( except for one). I am a proud democrate and President Clinton is the best President I have seen in my lifetime. God bless him. Obama needs to follow his foot step ( except for one).

]]> By: Obama08 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/08/27/gergen-reversing-the-momentum/#comment-1562124 Obama08 Thu, 28 Aug 2008 07:00:49 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=15011#comment-1562124 David: Like his opponents, you vastly underestimate the intelligence of Barak Obama. The convention didn't suddenly "come together". It unfolded exactly as he planned. From forcing the Clintons' hand, to having his story, to emphasize hope and change, to define it and then to go on the attack. You were just to caught up in "analyzing" and "criticizing" to have listened to allof the speeches...you should have watched PBS. That is reason why Obama is the one I want to negotiate with our allies and enemies. He can see right through bluster and pompous people. David: Like his opponents, you vastly underestimate the intelligence of Barak Obama. The convention didn't suddenly "come together". It unfolded exactly as he planned. From forcing the Clintons' hand, to having his story, to emphasize hope and change, to define it and then to go on the attack. You were just to caught up in "analyzing" and "criticizing" to have listened to allof the speeches...you should have watched PBS.

That is reason why Obama is the one I want to negotiate with our allies and enemies. He can see right through bluster and pompous people.

]]> By: Elgynn http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/08/27/gergen-reversing-the-momentum/#comment-1562122 Elgynn Thu, 28 Aug 2008 06:59:09 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=15011#comment-1562122 Anyone who voted for Hillary that says they are voting for McCain is now either A.) a poser - ever since the beginning, serving their own self intrested image and enjoing the attention that dissent accords them or, B.) a stooge - conned into serving the interests of the afore-mentioned parties and, by extetion (if not directly), the republican party. If McCain wins, Hillary will be far too poorly positioned to make another shot at it... but after Obama she could run and win. Unity is imperitive to her candidacy, because we democrats are a team. We cannot win alone or divided. Least of all, if history remembers us for failure and division, rather than peace and prosperity. Don't buy into the McCain propoganda about division just acknowlege it for what it is. There is no division in Denver. If you are voting for McCain, then you are not a "Hillary Supporter" - you are a republican. You might find some of your one in St. Paul next week? Although I hear a lot of them are staying home this year. I hope you can support our candidate, Barack Obama... And if not, then I hope you stay home too. You clearly do not vote because of your core values, or Hillary's... It's just a popularity contest to you? Anyone who voted for Hillary that says they are voting for McCain is now either A.) a poser – ever since the beginning, serving their own self intrested image and enjoing the attention that dissent accords them or, B.) a stooge – conned into serving the interests of the afore-mentioned parties and, by extetion (if not directly), the republican party.

If McCain wins, Hillary will be far too poorly positioned to make another shot at it... but after Obama she could run and win. Unity is imperitive to her candidacy, because we democrats are a team. We cannot win alone or divided. Least of all, if history remembers us for failure and division, rather than peace and prosperity. Don't buy into the McCain propoganda about division just acknowlege it for what it is. There is no division in Denver. If you are voting for McCain, then you are not a "Hillary Supporter" – you are a republican. You might find some of your one in St. Paul next week? Although I hear a lot of them are staying home this year. I hope you can support our candidate, Barack Obama... And if not, then I hope you stay home too. You clearly do not vote because of your core values, or Hillary's... It's just a popularity contest to you?

]]> By: go away mongers- Ventura ca http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/08/27/gergen-reversing-the-momentum/#comment-1562120 go away mongers- Ventura ca Thu, 28 Aug 2008 06:58:47 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=15011#comment-1562120 The speech that John Kerry gave was TREMENDOUS as well- Wish he would have said that in 2004. This is AMERICA'S TIME as Joe Biden said. Move over Greedy Oil People.......your days in power are almost DONE! The speech that John Kerry gave was TREMENDOUS as well- Wish he would have said that in 2004.
This is AMERICA'S TIME as Joe Biden said.
Move over Greedy Oil People.......your days in power are almost DONE!

]]> By: Jim Richmond http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/08/27/gergen-reversing-the-momentum/#comment-1562118 Jim Richmond Thu, 28 Aug 2008 06:57:40 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=15011#comment-1562118 I have made my mind. Democrats again proved they are hypocrites. They steam-rolled Hillary and want her to help Obama win the Presidency. What a buch of crock. Look back at all the previous democrat candidates including Edward Kennedy who lost their primary contests. Did anyone come out like the Clintons and helped. We elected a crazy black man based on these young immature idiots on the left and 90% of blacks. Good luck Democrats, there are many who think exactly like I am and is hiding in the closet. They will be out there in November to make sure we don't have this naive idiot to ruin our country far worse than Bush. We have tendency to vote in this kind of idiot once in a while, the last one being Jimmy Carter. I have made my mind. Democrats again proved they are hypocrites. They steam-rolled Hillary and want her to help Obama win the Presidency. What a buch of crock. Look back at all the previous democrat candidates including Edward Kennedy who lost their primary contests. Did anyone come out like the Clintons and helped. We elected a crazy black man based on these young immature idiots on the left and 90% of blacks. Good luck Democrats, there are many who think exactly like I am and is hiding in the closet. They will be out there in November to make sure we don't have this naive idiot to ruin our country far worse than Bush. We have tendency to vote in this kind of idiot once in a while, the last one being Jimmy Carter.

]]> By: peakarach,des moines,IA http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/08/27/gergen-reversing-the-momentum/#comment-1562103 peakarach,des moines,IA Thu, 28 Aug 2008 06:48:50 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=15011#comment-1562103 I think all 18 million of Hillary supporter must united and vote for McCain on NOV.4,2008 so Hillary can run again in 2012!. NO WAY! NO HOW! NOBAMA! =========================== MCCAIN/ROMNEY 08! HILLARY 12! I think all 18 million of Hillary supporter must united and vote for McCain on NOV.4,2008 so Hillary can run again in 2012!.

NO WAY! NO HOW! NOBAMA!
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MCCAIN/ROMNEY 08!
HILLARY 12!

]]> By: APS in Hawaii http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/08/27/gergen-reversing-the-momentum/#comment-1562102 APS in Hawaii Thu, 28 Aug 2008 06:48:46 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=15011#comment-1562102 Now it is up to Obama to make a formal apology for his dirty smear campaign against the Clinton's. If he does not deliver, I will leave the paerty this year because Obama's arrogance is too much to handle. Hillary was cheated and she has delivered so much tot he Democratic Party and has been mistreated all of the way by Obama, his supporters, and the news media. Now let's see if Obama has the RIGHT stuff!!! Now it is up to Obama to make a formal apology for his dirty smear campaign against the Clinton's. If he does not deliver, I will leave the paerty this year because Obama's arrogance is too much to handle. Hillary was cheated and she has delivered so much tot he Democratic Party and has been mistreated all of the way by Obama, his supporters, and the news media. Now let's see if Obama has the RIGHT stuff!!!

]]> By: SusieQ http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/08/27/gergen-reversing-the-momentum/#comment-1562094 SusieQ Thu, 28 Aug 2008 06:43:54 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=15011#comment-1562094 I was worried a little before the convention but am not now. I believe we have party unity. Anyone who was an ardent Hillary supporter who is not going to vote for the Democratic party after this, well, I don't believe they were ever actually Democrats. Frankly I don't believe they were ever actually supporters of Hillary, because no one who was a supporter of the issues that Hillary has worked so hard for would ever vote for McCain. NO WAY, NO HOW, NO McCAIN! I was worried a little before the convention but am not now.
I believe we have party unity.
Anyone who was an ardent Hillary supporter who is not going to vote for the Democratic party after this, well, I don't believe they were ever actually Democrats. Frankly I don't believe they were ever actually supporters of Hillary, because no one who was a supporter of the issues that Hillary has worked so hard for would ever vote for McCain.
NO WAY, NO HOW, NO McCAIN!

]]> By: kiki http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/08/27/gergen-reversing-the-momentum/#comment-1562089 kiki Thu, 28 Aug 2008 06:41:16 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=15011#comment-1562089 NO WAY, NO HOW. NOBAMA! NO WAY, NO HOW. NOBAMA!

]]> By: jimmy from Boynton Beach FLorida http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/08/27/gergen-reversing-the-momentum/#comment-1562087 jimmy from Boynton Beach FLorida Thu, 28 Aug 2008 06:40:04 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=15011#comment-1562087 Iam GLad that Iam alive to see this day when the first black man gets to be nominated. One comment: Jonh Mccain keeps saying that the surge in Iraq is working. It was about time that something working after 6 years of a senseless war. For the Hilary supporters who are going to vote for Mccain, good luck! You are probably some of the few people who are making 5 millions/year and do not care about the state of the country now. Do you actually think that our economy will be restored under MCcain. I can sum Mcsame plan into two things drilling and war? Will we win the war on poverty, lack of interest and funding for education. I have been a nurse for 13 years and I can not tell you how many important tests are not run on people because of no insurance. Now ponder on that and decide if you will still vote for Mcsame. The only priority of Mcsame is Iraq not the restoration of America's economy. We can not have a successful country without a great education for young Americans. Iam GLad that Iam alive to see this day when the first black man gets to be nominated. One comment: Jonh Mccain keeps saying that the surge in Iraq is working. It was about time that something working after 6 years of a senseless war. For the Hilary supporters who are going to vote for Mccain, good luck! You are probably some of the few people who are making 5 millions/year and do not care about the state of the country now. Do you actually think that our economy will be restored under MCcain. I can sum Mcsame plan into two things drilling and war? Will we win the war on poverty, lack of interest and funding for education. I have been a nurse for 13 years and I can not tell you how many important tests are not run on people because of no insurance. Now ponder on that and decide if you will still vote for Mcsame. The only priority of Mcsame is Iraq not the restoration of America's economy. We can not have a successful country without a great education for young Americans.

]]> By: tsolow http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/08/27/gergen-reversing-the-momentum/#comment-1562086 tsolow Thu, 28 Aug 2008 06:39:51 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=15011#comment-1562086 How can you go from Hillary Clinton to John McCain? I don't understand what's going through your head. A decision like that says that you don't understand the issues. Or you ignore them. Why were you voting for Hillary in the first place? It must have been because you liked her as a person. Because if you agreed with her stances on the issues (you know, the things that actually matter) you would make the logical choice and support the candidate who mirrors her positions. Instead you feel the need to spitefully threaten to switch parties because your candidate didn't make it. The GOP needs more people like you and the Democrats need less. As for the DNC, I thought Biden's speech started off weak but ended strong. Kerry was surprisingly effective (where was that in 2004?) and President Clinton reminded us of why he was elected. How can you go from Hillary Clinton to John McCain? I don't understand what's going through your head. A decision like that says that you don't understand the issues. Or you ignore them.

Why were you voting for Hillary in the first place? It must have been because you liked her as a person. Because if you agreed with her stances on the issues (you know, the things that actually matter) you would make the logical choice and support the candidate who mirrors her positions. Instead you feel the need to spitefully threaten to switch parties because your candidate didn't make it. The GOP needs more people like you and the Democrats need less.

As for the DNC, I thought Biden's speech started off weak but ended strong. Kerry was surprisingly effective (where was that in 2004?) and President Clinton reminded us of why he was elected.

]]> By: JMoses http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/08/27/gergen-reversing-the-momentum/#comment-1562078 JMoses Thu, 28 Aug 2008 06:35:20 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=15011#comment-1562078 I can't believe how many people I see on blogs all over the net claiming to be former democrats voting for McCain when it is obvious that is not the case. If you have to lie to get your candidate elected, shouldn't that tell you something right there? I can't believe how many people I see on blogs all over the net claiming to be former democrats voting for McCain when it is obvious that is not the case. If you have to lie to get your candidate elected, shouldn't that tell you something right there?

]]> By: Jason Kendy http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/08/27/gergen-reversing-the-momentum/#comment-1562075 Jason Kendy Thu, 28 Aug 2008 06:34:15 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=15011#comment-1562075 The Democrats have done a super job on this convention so far. I think we are seeing a well planned, deeply thought out, and carefully choreographed presentation. I'm a Hillary guy from way back, but Obama/Biden have sealed the deal. These people will govern well. Michelle in 2016! You rock, and yeah I can see why BO kept trying. P.S. Loved the comment someone left here about not feeling at home in America anymore. I have lived abroad for 22 years and have no plans to return. Way too stifling, pushy-religious, and odd. (But I'll vote.) The Democrats have done a super job on this convention so far. I think we are seeing a well planned, deeply thought out, and carefully choreographed presentation. I'm a Hillary guy from way back, but Obama/Biden have sealed the deal. These people will govern well.

Michelle in 2016! You rock, and yeah I can see why BO kept trying.

P.S. Loved the comment someone left here about not feeling at home in America anymore. I have lived abroad for 22 years and have no plans to return. Way too stifling, pushy-religious, and odd. (But I'll vote.)

]]> By: zach http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/08/27/gergen-reversing-the-momentum/#comment-1562072 zach Thu, 28 Aug 2008 06:31:53 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=15011#comment-1562072 Momentum for Democrats is indeed building...but depending on who McCain has picked for his VP (meaning, barring some monumental blunder) the Republicans have a chance at carrying the news cycle through the weekend and all next week. The McCain campaign hopes to pack in a crowd of 15,000 people for the event in which he reveals his choice in Dayton, OH. Granted it's no where near the 70,000+ Obama has garnered at some events (see Oregon rally of the primaries), it's more than triple anything he's come close to seeing before and if he succeeds in drawing the crowd (which remains to be seen, I attend Miami University in Oxford, Ohio - just South of Dayton - and the College Republicans here are still giving away tickets, sending out multiple e-mails trying to gather possible attendees) pundits will surely try to say he's gaining more momentum. If Romney is his VP choice - which seems likely, given the site chosen to reveal the decision, OH borders MI and there is a lot of support for Romney here - look for his numbers in MI and OH to bounce but for his lead in FL to remain flat and possibly decline in the weeks to come. Momentum for Democrats is indeed building...but depending on who McCain has picked for his VP (meaning, barring some monumental blunder) the Republicans have a chance at carrying the news cycle through the weekend and all next week. The McCain campaign hopes to pack in a crowd of 15,000 people for the event in which he reveals his choice in Dayton, OH. Granted it's no where near the 70,000+ Obama has garnered at some events (see Oregon rally of the primaries), it's more than triple anything he's come close to seeing before and if he succeeds in drawing the crowd (which remains to be seen, I attend Miami University in Oxford, Ohio – just South of Dayton – and the College Republicans here are still giving away tickets, sending out multiple e-mails trying to gather possible attendees) pundits will surely try to say he's gaining more momentum. If Romney is his VP choice – which seems likely, given the site chosen to reveal the decision, OH borders MI and there is a lot of support for Romney here – look for his numbers in MI and OH to bounce but for his lead in FL to remain flat and possibly decline in the weeks to come.

]]> By: robinette http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/08/27/gergen-reversing-the-momentum/#comment-1562071 robinette Thu, 28 Aug 2008 06:31:50 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=15011#comment-1562071 I will not vote for Barack due to the FACT that he is INELIGIBLE to run for presidential office.Shame on the media for sweeping this critical and illegal issue under the rug.I will never vot republican,but refuse to "play along" with the "King And His Underwear" mentality.USA WAKE UP!!!!!!!!Do your research!!!!!!Don't get bamboozled by another con!!!!! I will not vote for Barack due to the FACT that he is INELIGIBLE to run for presidential office.Shame on the media for sweeping this critical and illegal issue under the rug.I will never vot republican,but refuse to "play along" with the "King And His Underwear" mentality.USA WAKE UP!!!!!!!!Do your research!!!!!!Don't get bamboozled by another con!!!!!

]]> By: Sammy http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/08/27/gergen-reversing-the-momentum/#comment-1562067 Sammy Thu, 28 Aug 2008 06:29:33 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=15011#comment-1562067 Well OK, any of you actual democratic voters who still say they will go against the wishes of Hillary just remember your choice of McCain when he makes his presidential address saying we preemptively attacked Iran. Actually, I dont know anymore how many bloggers are legit. I am waiting for someone to say at the republican convention the phrase 'evil empire' again when referring to Russia. Then I know there are still cold warriors out there who still want to fight it. Well OK, any of you actual democratic voters who still say they will go against the wishes of Hillary just remember your choice of McCain when he makes his presidential address saying we preemptively attacked Iran. Actually, I dont know anymore how many bloggers are legit.

I am waiting for someone to say at the republican convention the phrase 'evil empire' again when referring to Russia. Then I know there are still cold warriors out there who still want to fight it.

]]> By: Nova http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/08/27/gergen-reversing-the-momentum/#comment-1562066 Nova Thu, 28 Aug 2008 06:28:16 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=15011#comment-1562066 The dems surprisingly to rising in the polls. At this point they would want to be up by at least 10 points nationally. I think a McCain pick of Rob Portman, Daiv Patraus or a Mitt Romney would be very strong. The dems surprisingly to rising in the polls. At this point they would want to be up by at least 10 points nationally. I think a McCain pick of Rob Portman, Daiv Patraus or a Mitt Romney would be very strong.

]]> By: Patty http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/08/27/gergen-reversing-the-momentum/#comment-1562062 Patty Thu, 28 Aug 2008 06:23:52 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=15011#comment-1562062 The convention has been rather boring up to a point but I agree that the CLintons did a great job and sadly to say, Hillary should have been the nominee. It has been discussed ad nauseum on how the Clintons did, but no mention of why Obama hasn't reached out to these voters himself long ago. Why is it up to them to ensure he wins because if he can't do it himself, then he shouldn't have the job, she should if she is that all powerful. I am tired of hearing CNN discuss how Bill caused problems during the primary when in all reality he didn't. He was misquoted and his words turned into racist remarks where there weren't any. Hillary was ridiculed then to get him the nomination but now is expected to deliver....sorry, but when is Obama going to take responsibility for his own election and getting all democrats on board? Maybe between the grand staging and perfect timing of it appearing on the anniversary of MLK speech, we will again be forced to listen to lofty rhetoric rather than a down to earth heart felt talk of his platform. If it is the same as every other speech he has given, it will most disappointing that his mantra cannot change. The convention has been rather boring up to a point but I agree that the CLintons did a great job and sadly to say, Hillary should have been the nominee. It has been discussed ad nauseum on how the Clintons did, but no mention of why Obama hasn't reached out to these voters himself long ago. Why is it up to them to ensure he wins because if he can't do it himself, then he shouldn't have the job, she should if she is that all powerful. I am tired of hearing CNN discuss how Bill caused problems during the primary when in all reality he didn't. He was misquoted and his words turned into racist remarks where there weren't any. Hillary was ridiculed then to get him the nomination but now is expected to deliver....sorry, but when is Obama going to take responsibility for his own election and getting all democrats on board? Maybe between the grand staging and perfect timing of it appearing on the anniversary of MLK speech, we will again be forced to listen to lofty rhetoric rather than a down to earth heart felt talk of his platform. If it is the same as every other speech he has given, it will most disappointing that his mantra cannot change.

]]> By: Hispanic for Obama - Ricky http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/08/27/gergen-reversing-the-momentum/#comment-1562059 Hispanic for Obama - Ricky Thu, 28 Aug 2008 06:20:05 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=15011#comment-1562059 This was great and a unifying convention. Now not all will be voting for Obama and those who vote for McCain, who is more right than Bush, are Republicans in a Democrats clothing. I think they did a great job of painting who they, what makes them different, and what they want to do. As for McCain's side. Probably more of the same bash Obama and say nothing about what he can do differently for the country. Obama/Biden 08 This was great and a unifying convention. Now not all will be voting for Obama and those who vote for McCain, who is more right than Bush, are Republicans in a Democrats clothing.

I think they did a great job of painting who they, what makes them different, and what they want to do.

As for McCain's side. Probably more of the same bash Obama and say nothing about what he can do differently for the country.

Obama/Biden 08

]]> By: Alex Chediak http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/08/27/gergen-reversing-the-momentum/#comment-1562054 Alex Chediak Thu, 28 Aug 2008 06:19:18 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=15011#comment-1562054 I am a conservative Republican, and I've blogged a lot about the race recently, and I am inclined to agree with you. Biden and President Clinton did what they had to do. But President Clinton was still sparse on naming specific Obama accomplishments (as was his wife). I think a lot of Clinton supporters will still vote for McCain. If Clinton's 3 AM ad was effective (and it was -- after it played, she got half a million more votes than Obama) with a primary constituency, how much more effective will the strategy be among the general electorate? That (and the disaffected Clinton supporters) is what has been working for McCain. I am a conservative Republican, and I've blogged a lot about the race recently, and I am inclined to agree with you. Biden and President Clinton did what they had to do. But President Clinton was still sparse on naming specific Obama accomplishments (as was his wife). I think a lot of Clinton supporters will still vote for McCain.

If Clinton's 3 AM ad was effective (and it was - after it played, she got half a million more votes than Obama) with a primary constituency, how much more effective will the strategy be among the general electorate? That (and the disaffected Clinton supporters) is what has been working for McCain.

]]> By: Riley http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/08/27/gergen-reversing-the-momentum/#comment-1562051 Riley Thu, 28 Aug 2008 06:17:51 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=15011#comment-1562051 I don't know what I am going to watch next week. Usually it is the news, but I could not take 4 days of those idiots rubbing eachothers backs. Maybe I will actually get my college homework done. I am lagging behind after this week. I don't know what I am going to watch next week. Usually it is the news, but I could not take 4 days of those idiots rubbing eachothers backs. Maybe I will actually get my college homework done. I am lagging behind after this week.

]]> By: Chuck http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/08/27/gergen-reversing-the-momentum/#comment-1562050 Chuck Thu, 28 Aug 2008 06:17:32 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=15011#comment-1562050 If Obama can't win without Hillary, why is HE the nominee? Oh Yeah! He was picked by Dean, Kennedy, and Peloser. I prefer to have my nominee picked democratically thanks. McCain '08!!! If Obama can't win without Hillary, why is HE the nominee?

Oh Yeah! He was picked by Dean, Kennedy, and Peloser.

I prefer to have my nominee picked democratically thanks.

McCain '08!!!

]]> By: scott http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/08/27/gergen-reversing-the-momentum/#comment-1562049 scott Thu, 28 Aug 2008 06:16:10 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=15011#comment-1562049 Hillary stole the convention. Obama who? Hillary stole the convention. Obama who?

]]> By: HillaryBoy http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/08/27/gergen-reversing-the-momentum/#comment-1562042 HillaryBoy Thu, 28 Aug 2008 06:12:29 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=15011#comment-1562042 Good speech Bill, But I will now follow you if you take Obama's path. Good speech Bill, But I will now follow you if you take Obama's path.

]]> By: alana yates http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/08/27/gergen-reversing-the-momentum/#comment-1562034 alana yates Thu, 28 Aug 2008 06:03:20 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=15011#comment-1562034 any person who jumps ship just because their particular canidate didn't win was never loyal to our party to begin with. So the constant threat of voting for Mcain because Hillary didn't get the nomination is simply foolish. I think our party is better off without you! GOOD RIDDENS. any person who jumps ship just because their particular canidate didn't win was never loyal to our party to begin with. So the constant threat of voting for Mcain because Hillary didn't get the nomination is simply foolish. I think our party is better off without you! GOOD RIDDENS.

]]> By: Christopher in Silicon Valley http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/08/27/gergen-reversing-the-momentum/#comment-1562032 Christopher in Silicon Valley Thu, 28 Aug 2008 06:02:43 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=15011#comment-1562032 Bill gave a heck of a speech. It made me almost want to vote for Bill. I hope Hillary's belittled supporters will consider voting for McCain. If McCain wins, he will likely serve 1 term. So, HRC can run in 2012. If Obama wins, he will likely run in 2012. So, HRC can run in 2016. On October 26, Hillary will be 61. In October 2012, she will be 65. In October 2016, she will be 69. Can she really wait 8 more years? Bill gave a heck of a speech. It made me almost want to vote for Bill.

I hope Hillary's belittled supporters will consider voting for McCain.

If McCain wins, he will likely serve 1 term. So, HRC can run in 2012.
If Obama wins, he will likely run in 2012. So, HRC can run in 2016.

On October 26, Hillary will be 61.
In October 2012, she will be 65.
In October 2016, she will be 69.

Can she really wait 8 more years?

]]> By: Texas Witch Twister http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/08/27/gergen-reversing-the-momentum/#comment-1562030 Texas Witch Twister Thu, 28 Aug 2008 06:02:27 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=15011#comment-1562030 No way Hosea. As much as I respect the Clintons I will never vote Obama. No way Hosea. As much as I respect the Clintons I will never vote Obama.

]]> By: Ronald http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/08/27/gergen-reversing-the-momentum/#comment-1562021 Ronald Thu, 28 Aug 2008 05:59:54 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=15011#comment-1562021 Yes the momentum is there! Did it win over a huge number of independents and Conservatives? NO! But if your liberal then your fired up and ready for the next eight weeks. And we have not even heard from our nominee yet. Regardless of what the pundits say "Mission Accomplished". Bio for Barrack and Michelle introducing them to blue collar demcrats, support and unity from the Clintons, focused message policy differences of Obama and McCain, introduction of an amazing story and person in Joe Biden who is a true American hero. And still one more day to go. Yes the momentum is there! Did it win over a huge number of independents and Conservatives? NO! But if your liberal then your fired up and ready for the next eight weeks. And we have not even heard from our nominee yet. Regardless of what the pundits say "Mission Accomplished". Bio for Barrack and Michelle introducing them to blue collar demcrats, support and unity from the Clintons, focused message policy differences of Obama and McCain, introduction of an amazing story and person in Joe Biden who is a true American hero. And still one more day to go.

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