excellent speech by Bill Clinton. The most articulate and effective speech at these conventions that clearly laid out the reasons for electing Obama and the differences between the candidates.

Very well done.

No way can Obama match or even come close to Clinton's speech. Wish Clinton could run again. But alas, it cannot be. So here we are is a sorry choice, zero accomplishment Obama or the very experienced McCain? What's it to be? The untested or the nerves of steel. MCCAIN has been handed a gift! Regardless of how I adore and respect both Clinton's it does not change the fact that Obama has limited experience at best and he's never been tested and proved that he can lead anything.

Roger the best liar of our time is who you must have voted into office the last two terms. My Grandson, a Marine, was one of the first ones in Iraq and their job was to defend, at all costs, the Oil Ministry. You can't tell me we' weren't lied to by the BIGGEST LIAR OF THEM ALL. What Clinton did was between him and Hillary and didn't get thousands killed and wounded. She can forgive him, but how anyone in this country can forgive Bush is beyond me. We don't need another Republican in the White House.

They say Obama is an elitest. If I hear McCain call his father a High Ranking Admiral one more time I'll throw up. A Admiral is a high ranking officer and we all know that without the emphasis he seems to need to put there. If you ask me an elitist is also someone who doesn't know how many houses he has!!!

Being a POW doesn't qualify him to be President. I thank him for his service and am grateful, but not enough to vote for another Republican.

I refuse to be a party wonk or sheep. Just because the DNC chose us a candidate doesn't mean I have to go along. I still have misgivings about Obama. Don't think I can watch any more of this convention.

COME ON DEMOCRAT FAMILY. . .LET'S RETIRE HILLARY'S DEBT?

OBAMA/BIDEN '08-'12
HILLARY/MICHELLE '16-'20

This is the Bill Clinton I love. Im a proud Democrat tonight! We are united to take this country we love and show the world we are strong again! OBAMA/BIDEN 08!

Your comments were sincere, heartfelt, and honest. While we sometimes disagree, let us all remember that anger, bitterness, hatred and bad wishes don't solve the problems of this Country. Further, we must keep in mind that our young voters are watching and taking their ques from us.

Also, there are many folks out there who will not vote for Obama becasue he is black, or McCain because they see him as too old. Instead of being vicious and mean-spirited, people should take a good look in the mirror, admit their prejudices and move on. After all, do they think they are really fooling anyone?????

Wait, immigration doesn't matter to most people? Or do you mean to most Democrats? In general, I find the conventions to be pretty silly and superfluous, both Democrat and Republican feeling like venues for rhetoric pep rallies. I guess more than anything, I'm just a little nonplussed by Mr Obama's campaign – universal healthcare, affordable college, sweeping education reform, and developing new energy technologies and efficiencies (which frankly would take decades) – all proposed to be accomplished while closing the fiscal budget deficit. I find most of his ambitions to be extremely admirable, but also impossible to achieve without further harming the economy. I've yet to hear any legitimate discourse on cost control (i.e. how to pay for all of Mr Obama's goals). I really feel that the conventions should be used to explain not only why, but precisely how primaries promises will be kept during the next four years. Much as I hate to play the cynic, I expect to hear more unnecessary, empty cheerleading in Minnesota next week. This must put me among the minority of people who "care about" campaign finance.

Rebuttal to Amy Holmes-
The comment by Bill Clinton in no way said that Obama wasn't THAT man. Two candidates- one Republican- one Democrat- botht with the same credentials.
Sounds to me, like most of the time, the Obama supporters that they have their own doubts and don't want to face them.
And for the record- neither Clinton ever said anything racist either- more media twist

YOU WERE GREAT, AS ALWAYS. THANKS FOR YOUR SUPPORT!

OBAMA/BIDEN '08-'12

Bill Clinton you are my hero.

Thank you, thank you, thank you for pointing out the failures of this administration at home and abroad.

Thank you for pointing out you were younger then Obama when elected President and the other side of the aisle tried to tell everyone you were not ready to lead. Obviously that was false. Thank you for telling the world Obama is ready to lead. He is.

Barack Obama, like you Mr. Clinton, is a world leader and diplomat because of who he is, not because he lived a certain number of years.

The world, like you Mr. Clinton, takes a deep breath tonight in hopes that we elect Barack Obama and restore America's leadership and credibility in the world.

Thank you President Bill Clinton and Thank you Barack Obama. Now let's win this election!

I also owe Oboma supporters a big >>>>I am sorry! I was for Hillary, however they made me see the light. Time to pick up my marbles and move on for bigger things.I am with you Oboma supporters…the clintons have done all they can. They will help Oboma on the trails, i just know it. We need to take back our country for all our sakes. Can we just stop the fighting and use it to fight MCCAINE!!!Together they can not stop us. Help Hllary too if you can spare a few dollars, i think she would like that. Thank you all.

The Clintons still have it and i see Chelsea on a podium in 20 years!

One question, when Bill stated he supports Obama for President, did he define President? Because we all know, oh Bill has a way with words.

"he still embraces the extreme philosophy which has defined his party for more than 25 years, a philosophy we never had a real chance to see in action until 2001."

And what would Bill Clinton or Al Gore have done if in office during the 9/11 attacks? That's the question that begs to be answered, because quite honestly, I doubt they would have done much of anything in the wake of the attacks. I'm not fully condoning the Iraq war, but it is doubtful we'd make any real effort to bring the fight to the enemy. "Enemy" is another term that liberals refuse to recognize when it comes to the Islamic Extremist movement.

Good speech by Bill Clinton. He had a lot to say regarding our critical issues and it was very informative. He supported Obama – I, as a voter, would like to see Obama show courtesy towards ALL Americans
and communicate his strategy regarding this country's problems.

Obama/Biden!!

good job bill Clinton good job

obama/biden 08

Only for Bill Clinton's genuine magnanimity, I may consider voting Obama. But it will not take away the pain, how wrongfully nomination was done.
And … in future, if I come across a single vicious statement from Obama backers, I will happily stay at home on election day.

Bill and Hillary–I love you both.

I am one of those HIllary supporters who would defend her to the bitter end–But I'm extremely proud of them right now and know for certain my loyalty towards them was never displaced. I can take a fresh look at Obama now…There's no guarantee I'm voting for him yet but I at least feel good about the fact that if I vote for him or against him it is solely based on the issues dear to my heart.

One last thing–when this is all over–no matter what happens, as a people, we need to set the media straight! We must demand that they report accurately, completely and without bias. It is not news when you report half-baked stories, gossip and opinion. There is a forum for that but they should advertise it separate from news. The could always call it "Reality News!"

I had a lot of suspicions that "Anonymous" was a closet Republican posing as a PUMA, and now my questions have been answered with his/her Anonymous post to this article.

It's pleasant to logon to this thread and find only a few trolls present. Bill Clinton hit another one out of the park (GOD, I would not like to own a car in the parking lot outside this arena with Kennedy, Michelle Obama, Hillary & Now Bill hitting those LONG home runs! Of course, I'm expecting fightin' Joe Biden to not hit one out of the park as open up a HUGE can of Whoop A## on McSame. And the, Obama…well I think this is going to be one for the record books!

But this is just the start, and those of us who really care about our future have to commit ourselves to doing EVERYTHING in our power to make sure we take back our country!

Obama/Biden for the Whitehouse (2008)
Hillary for Senate Majority Speaker!!!!

Obama owes the Clintons a BIG thank you. I was hoping Hillary and her supporters would of kept the roll call real & not have those supporting Hillary change their minds to Obama. It would of sent a loud message to the DNC & Obama.

NOBAMA from this Democrat.

Is anyone else tired of the "same as Bush" argument constantly directed at McCain? Also, I am not sure the "Obama is not patriotic" arguments were not coming from the Democrats, including Bill Clinton himself, during the Primaries vs. a Republican tactic.

I thought we were going to learn something about Obama during the DNC?

Obama did not select Hillary for his V.P. because he may have her in mind for Secretary of State in which she would fit that bill beautifuly, and if not her, then Bill Clinton would be even better.

Amy Holmes is an Ann Coulter wannabe, vile and repulsive. CNN is showing just how desperate they are by letting this disgusting scyophant out into the open. She's no journalist, just a second rate hack pugilist.

Congradulations to President Clinton.

Thank you and God Bless you and your family.

Barack Obama will be one of our greatest Presidents.

God Bless America.

Once again your coverage stinks. What made you think we would rather hear you commentators than be able to watch and hear the speakers? Sen. Biden hasn't been on yet, please have the courtesy to allow us to see and listen to him.

Life long democrat here, have voted in every election since 1996.
In other words, not a troll for the GOP.

I get this unnerving feeling that the convention in Denver is the last big warm n fuzzy shindig before a loss in November.

The excitement, commentary, speeches, it all has a sad, pointlessness to it.
Someone said, it's a bit like rearranging the deck chairs on the Titanic.

How I long for the days of Pres. Clinton!

Mr. Obama, you are no Bill Clinton, but Hillary was close.

Geeze, Bill! We know you're just "posturing." I really thought more of you! You've lost my respect!

CNN, stop trying to spin it like there's still animosity in the Democratic Party. Has it ever occurred to you that covering the amazing unity and progress brought about by this convention is more worthy of note than trying to start fights for ratings?

And for God's sake, stop cutting from the convention to show us your 'commentators', who are no better or moral than oil speculators. You cut the beginning of Kerry's speech and went to commercial when the war vet took the stage. Disgraceful. You want to cover this best? Just point the camera at the stage and keep quiet. Seriously, I care about the war vet's words a LOT more than Wolf's or Candy's or creepy bald guy's.

Great speech by Clinton

Isn't this the same Bill Clinton who during his time the USS Cole was bomb and the bombing of the Twin Towers. I just wished he would have spent more time on foreign affairs instead of smoking cigars with Monica.

I am a Barack Obama support who was anger with the Clintons during the primary season. But after Bill's speech tonight and Hillary's speech last night I am proud of them both. It takes a big man and an even BIGGER women to sideline your own dreams if only for a moment, for the good of this country. That is true patriotism. I challenge the Obama supporters and Clinton supporters to come together and take back the America that we love. I plan on making the first move I will donate money to retire Hillary's debt because this election is too important for us too mess it up.

Obama 08

This is sure a big change from the worst administration in history. Only in America would Bush and Cheney still be free men. How anyone with half a brain could vote for McBush is beyond me. This country needs to wake up and wake up fast. Obama 08!

I need everyone to listen to john kerry's speech…..i'm very disappointed in how the cable networks are covering this convention. I'm especially disappointed in CNN's coverage. There were so many powerful, hard hitting speeches that you all have completely ignored.

We do not want to hear your analysis (might I say the same tired clinton vs obama) analysis over and over again. Please let the American people decide based on the democrats platform and not the nonsense the media spews.

I like John king and 'the map' though

Report responsibily – the ameircan people want it and deserve it.

obama/biden 08

Gee, did you think that Bill Clinton couldn't give a rousing speech and still not believe a word he said?. All gifted orators can do that (including Obama). The difference between Clinton and Obama is that Clinton was prepared to be the President when he ran and Obama is not. GO PUMA!!!!!!!

Bill is still the model to follow…I hope Obama is taking notes

For the first time ever, this staunch obama supporter will be donating towards retiring hillary clinton's debt.

Bill Clinton delievered tonight, and I just couldnt be more proud of him.

And yes this is coming from a staunch Obama supporter who even said negative things about the Hillary during the primary season.

For the first time during this convention, I could relate to the pain and anger expressed by Hillary's supporters. This woman is a truly great woman, and I have a renewed respect for her.

To any Hillary Clinton's supporter whom I might have offended by the negative things I said, I apologize.

YOU GOT TO LOVE PRES. BILL CLINTON, HE IS TRULY ONE OF HISTORY GREAT PRESIDENTS.

Even with this speech do Americans think that a state senator who voted present 130 times has the leadership and judgment to be President. This guy has affiliations with troubling people (Jeremiah Write, Bill Aires, Tony Roscoe) . I blame the media for the war in Iraq and for Hillary loosing to a candidate that is so much inferior. Media should never favor one side over another. It is so troubling to find that the media is so in love with Obama that we loose a great candidate.

Everyone needs to read about the set up at Invesco Field……….It's called 'OverKill' for an egomanic celeb…………The Parthenon?

I agree that we Obama supporters should help Hillary pay her debt ! I've already made a contribution, and it felt good!!!!
Thank you Bill and Hillary!!! No more Clinton bashing for me no matter how pissed I get with these PUMA idiots!!!!!
Obama/Biden08!

Only reason he gave that speech was because he was made to do so for Hillary Clinton. His heart was not in it.

We all need each other as DEMS to WIN. It is not that Obama needs Bill or Hillary or vice versa. They need the American people. The last time I checked we still had voting rights in this country; even better than the past because now as a woman and an African American, my voice can be heard on both fronts!!!!!

Hmm, I see. Bill using some old-school in there! But for the record, Senator McCain lost fair and square! Ohh and he's 0-2 in Presidential Elections, LOL!! Never made it to the "Finals." Is gonna be interesting though…

Is there a reason why half the Politicalticker commentary on the Democratic convention is coming from "conservative commentators" or "Republican strategists"? Is CNN planning on having their liberal and/or Democratic counterparts provide similar coverage of the Republican convention?

Tedious898, glad you are starting to see the light…hope Obama doesn't let you down.

Roger, Bill Clinton has been one of the best Presidents of our time. Whether you like him or not he has accomplished a lot fo this country. We had jobs, our economy was strong, we were respected worldwide.

Oh Bill, have you stooped so low that you have become the lackey for the upstart Obama?

or are you doing this to get one last time in the DNC headlines to sit the record straight on your legacy?

Better Clinton in 2012 than Obama in 2008.

Bill Clinton is the greatest president this country has seen since FDR. When he needs to hit a home run, he steps up to the plate and does what he needs to do for us Democrats and the country.

Senator McCain should have a consersation with Candidate McCain and see where his real value lie.

remember, We should not trust Bill clinton. Due to his presidential time from 1993 to 2001. In 1998, America started to get very slow from improvement the way of life in America, then boom, go down in 1999… then 2000 down- affect everything layoff….. plus, first year of GAS PRICE roar overnight from 1.13 to 1.88 for unknow reasons. Before America turned to Bush…. until 9-11 g0t worst, but he turned it around to stop from go deep alike 1939.

I cannot trust Obama because he believe in Clintons.. it will RUN the same!

NOBAMA 08! AS History showed the proves!

I'm a Republican and I have to admit that Bill Clinton gave a great speech. I didn't agree with how he spun some things but he certainly wove a great story into a cohesive, well delivered speech. I was ready for him to talk about Bill Clinton and not Obama but he seemed to have done a very good job promoting Barack. Especially impressive given that I know he doesn't like Obama all that much. This round goes to Clinton. But our convention is still coming.

BTW, wonder if Barack will match Clinton's speech tomorrow in a much larger, grander setting. It would be a let down if he doesn't. That's the downside of a great Clinton speech. He has been a president and someone aspiring to the presidency will need to match the quality and delivery that Bill gave tonight.

Whoops.. I meant Obama vs. Clinton.. LOL… little emotional here!

Wow! This is the President Clinton I voted for!

So will CNN hire someone to analyze Pres Clinton body movements and facial expressions too?

ITS GOING TO BE A LANDSLIDE VICTORY FOR MCAIN, SORRY FOLKS, KEEP HOPING FOR CHANGE WITHOUT ANY DEFINITION!

GOOD LUCK!!

To the Clinton's, I thank you.

To the PUMA's, go wallow in your bitterness. The rest of us are moving on.

NO WAY, NO HOW, NO MCCAIN

Watch the slime machine dissect his body language now. Did he really, really, really endorse Obama, or just really, really?

Bet the polls dont show a big bounce in the next week – perhaps a small one, but definitely no biggie. The emperor has no clothes. More are starting to finally see that.

You guys.. I am full of mixed emotions here. I love the Clintons and believe with my very soul that they have nothing but the best interest of the people at heart.

As a former PUMA and Hillary supporter, I want to say to Obama congratulations. You have made history. I have very close african american friends and we strongly disagreed on Hillary vs. Clinton but in the end, we have to be proud that our country could nominate an african american for president.

I cry for Mrs. Clinton for what she could have done…and I cry joy for the african community and all other minorities that have a major victory on this day. I'm a gay man and hope someday we all can be a people of one.

Mrs. Clinton, Bill Clinton – I salute you. You make me proud to be a democrat. President Obama, I'm with you. Help us be the greatest nation of all.

McBush's thin, wrinkly skin should be bruised by now

I'm angry with Obama for not picking Clinton as his Vice President. It's one thing to not pick her, quite another to not even consider her. If he explains why she was not seriously considered, and his explanation is reasonable, I'll consider voting for him; otherwise, I will not vote this year.

Like you pointed out, it was a well though out speech where he acted as a true leader giving advice and guidance to young Obama and his campaign. This man was one of the greatest presidents this country ever had, and he yet again showed tonight that, he still knows what needs to be done to win the white house. I hope that Obama camp will hear those messages loud and clear.

This was an excellent, excellent speech!

Obama supporters …let's retire Hillary's debt. I'm doing it now. Join me

Mr. Clinton SAID the right things. I wonder how much of his speech he actually believes…

OHHHH, PLEEEAASE, WHO WOULD ENTERTAIN bill clinton on any level is borderline intelligent. I feel badly for the poor Democrats who truly cannot see the forest for the trees, such poor reasoning skills. Perhaps they would like to keep the citizens on the government payroll so that they (the Clintons, aka Democrats) can be the elitist King and Queen of the USA?

Loving this convention,
Juli

wow Bill Clinton is back in my heart!

I think it is terrible the way the ads for McCain are being run during the Democratic convention by CNN.

Mr. Clinton you have never let us down and we love you for it., thank you and you are one of the best as always. love you and your family.

Ok, so Bill Clinton has told us Obama is ready to be President.

What else has Bill Clinton told us?

"I did not have sexual relations with that woman, Ms. Lewinsky. I never asked anyone to lie for me not a single time…"

Ahh yes, the good ole 90's. Surely the Dems miss defending Bill Clinton's liasons at every turn.

So, the acknowledged "best liar of our time" has told us Barrack Obama is reday to be President. Questionable praise indeed…..

Ok Obama supporters….let's retire the Clinton's debts. I hate they'll be paying Penn….but whatever

This is the Bill Clinton that won two presidential elections.

He's happy again. He was worried the Democratic Party didn't love him anymore. And yet he couldn't get the delegation to sit the hell down when he came out on stage.

There only One Bill Clinton,and he is still "The Man" Bill hit it home tonight,and brought it home for Obama. Obama will be in the White House for sure.

I have been an Obama supporter since I voted for him for Senator in 2004.

I have been an Obama for President supporter since he made me very happy by throwing his hat in the ring in early 2007.

As an Iraq veteran, I knew that he was not just "Change", he was the change we absolutely needed.

I supported Obama throughout the entire primary season. Volunteered, defended, donated.

So when I say that I support Obama/Biden '08, I want you to realize that there is some history there.

After hearing Hillary Clinton speak last night, and after hearing Bill Clinton speak tonight, just now, I sent my first contribution to Hillary to help pay down her debt.

Hillary and Bill have shown that we are Democrats. We are united. We are on the same team, and that team is dedicated to electing Obama.

No way, no how, no McCain.

Obama is ready to be President.

The Republicans said that Clinton was too young and too inexperienced.

The Clintons are right. We need Obama right now. Obama is ready right now. Vote Obama/Biden '08, donate to Obama and Clinton, come together and get it done.

Yes We Can

And he also UNAMBIGUOUSLY endorsed Obama as the best choice for our country's economy AND national security

Bill Clinton "Barack Obama is ready to be Commander in Chief"

I'll say it since the CNN live bloggers are avoiding the egg on their faces – particularly the conservative commentators that have pretended to be in other people's heads all weeks.

Shut up and report the news, not make it up.

I apologize…I was soooo wrong about the Clintons. They are still the democrats first family. Its up to Obama to wrestle that loyalty for the US from the Clintons. This family loves America. I believe Barack does as well. Now he just needs to bring it in actions. But he will deliver…..Count on it haters!

The very state of our once great nation is enough to make the case against McCain/Bush/Cheney/Rove/Limbaugh, etc.

We're taking our country back for the people and by the people. And WE have a lot of very strong people helping us.

No more wars for oil.

Diplomacy works. War should be the LAST resort. Our kids are being killed to finance Bush/Cheney retirements.

Obama/Biden '08

Are you going to censor this American too? Are you Toobin? Others have – CNN is not NEWS – it eTABLOID

Obama needs Bill and Hillary to win

well done mr. clinton. well done.

The Clintons did what they HAD to do. Now McCain will win!

Kerry made an even stronger one…it is too bad you didn't give your audience a chance to listen to all of it…thank goodness for PBS who respects their audiences right to liten unencumbered by your decisions.

Both John Kerry and Bill Clinton delivered perfect speeches. They both felt very sincere and I cannot wait until we elect Barack Obama.