October 6, 2008
Posted: 01:45 PM ET

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Sen. Obama campaigned in Newport News, Virginia over the weekend.
Sen. Obama campaigned in Newport News, Virginia over the weekend.

(CNN) – Less than a month before Election Day, Barack Obama appears to hold a growing advantage over John McCain in the traditionally red state of Virginia, according to a new CNN Virginia poll of polls released Monday.

Obama has the support of 49 percent of likely voters in the state while McCain has the support of 45 percent. Six percent remain unsure about their choice for president.

In CNN’s previous Virginia poll of polls, released on October 2, Obama was ahead of McCain by a single point – 48 percent to 47 percent.

“Virginia hasn’t voted for a Democratic presidential nominee in 44 years,” noted CNN Senior Political Researcher Alan Silverleib. “But the combination of a struggling economy and the state’s changing demographics might be enough to turn the tide this time. If Obama wins the D.C. suburbs in Northern Virginia by a landslide while benefiting from a large turnout from African-Americans and younger voters statewide, the Democrats might carry Virginia’s 13 electoral votes. That would be a serious blow to McCain.”

Monday’s CNN Virginia poll of polls is comprised of the following four surveys: Suffolk (October 3-5), CNN/Time/ORC (September 28-30), Mason-Dixon (September 29-October 1), and ARG (September 27-29). The poll of polls does not have a sampling error.

A new poll out Monday shows Obama ahead in the battleground state of New Mexico. CNN’s latest polls of polls in show Obama leading McCain in New Hampshire and Pennsylvania, and virtually tied in typically red Colorado.

Filed under: Barack Obama • CNN Poll of polls • John McCain • Virginia


Franky   October 6th, 2008 3:36 pm ET

Ohhh yeah, now that's what I'm talking about!! Going old-school over here!

Kay   October 6th, 2008 3:35 pm ET

FIRED UP!!! READY TO GO!! We are working on turning Georgia blue, 4000 people registered to vote in my community alone. We are ready for change.

OBAMA 2008

JJ   October 6th, 2008 3:35 pm ET

Poor John McCain…I'm actually starting to feel sorry for him. I wish him many good years of retirement and much reflection on the ill fated decisions he made in this presidential Election. For Sarah Palin, I hope she goes back to Alaska and spends some quality time with her children and grandchild. I don't hold out much hope for that as she seems to love her new celebrity standing. Makes me think of the old song "How ya gonna keep 'em down on the farm after they've seen Paree?"

JACKED-UP-POLITICS, FLORIDA   October 6th, 2008 3:35 pm ET

The reality is not just hitting Virginia but the rest of this country. I think many people are starting to open their minds and heads to the fact that something has to be done and that it is no longer about which party they have belonged to for so long or about which state has not voted democratic in 44 years.

People are listening and paying attention, which is a good thing. I hope they continue this until November 4, 2008. We have done things the other way so long until we see where that has gotton us so lets try something different. What can it hurt.

Obama/Biden

aware   October 6th, 2008 3:35 pm ET

For Obama, change=revolution! :(

Central Florida   October 6th, 2008 3:35 pm ET

Obama & Biden are offering real solutions for Americans at this critical time.

GObama! Yes we can!

Veterans for Obama   October 6th, 2008 3:35 pm ET

The nation is finally waking up!

McCain would be a gretaer disaster as President than Bush.

Obama/Biden 08

America demands answers   October 6th, 2008 3:35 pm ET

IS IT ONLY ME OR I HAVE MISSED IT…DID Mr McCain tell us what he his going to do on the economy?

Healthcare..?

Foreign policies…?

Oh i get it…Obama's plans are not good …What is your plan McCain..?

jwn in south carolina   October 6th, 2008 3:35 pm ET

McCain is the past.

Obama is the future.

ANGELA MOORE   October 6th, 2008 3:35 pm ET

It is amazing that the world is in financial turmoil and Sarah Palin is bringing up Rev.Wright and Ayers. These attacks are insane. You claim you are a woman of GOD I cant tell Sarah you sold your soul to the devil. You are really gonna need a witch doctor to try and save you now. You are phony. You aren't even worthy of tying Hillary shoes. I cant believe you and all that rhetoric about reform and change. I am glad Joe Biden told you off about the MAVERICK. OY YEAH, WHAT MAGAZINES DO YOU READ. AND WHAT IS YOUR FIX FOR THE ECONOMY NOW THAT GLOBAL MARKETS ARE FALLING

Latina for Obama (nj)   October 6th, 2008 3:34 pm ET

FIRED UP….READY TO GO!!!!!

Come November 5…I will cry tears of joy!!I get so emotional just thinking about it..BARACK OBAMA the next president of the United States Of America!!!it sounds soooo good!!

bibek   October 6th, 2008 3:34 pm ET

Keep hitting with personal attacks and we'll continue supporting Obama.
McCain just don't get it.

Nelson Colorado Springs Co   October 6th, 2008 3:34 pm ET

I hope Sen Obama stay on message and continue talking about the unemployment. Stay on the economy and what you can do for the furture of Amercia. But just in case you mite want Sen McCain or Palin ask what religion Gov Palin belong to. oon one have ask this question. Then ask Sarah Palin when the Witch Doctor preform his Religious Ritual over her what demon or devil he cast out , America mite want to know. Go Obama/Biden

BJ in NC   October 6th, 2008 3:34 pm ET

Hopefully all of America can look at McCain and see he is empty on promises, empty on ideas, and has nothing to offer. Therefore he has to go negative and pin his hopes on America being too dumb to figure it out.

rusell   October 6th, 2008 3:34 pm ET

you guys know what's pathetic , that Mcain and palin has the audacity to tell american people that there gonna use swift boat tactics , totally diregard the problems that weee facing , I'll just throw some mud , and see if that wins me some votes……………………..can you say IDIOT

LUCYNA   October 6th, 2008 3:34 pm ET

I CAN'T WAIT TO SEE OBAMA FAMILY MOVING TO THE WHITE HOUSE. I WILL CRY FROM THE JOY!!!

Sojourner2008   October 6th, 2008 3:33 pm ET

Although I am not a republican, I liked McCain in 2000. I was also upset when Bush/Rove/Helm launched ugly and untrue attacks at him. As a result, they destroyed his bid for the White House. Alas, here we are 8 horrible years later. I would have never believed that John McCain would conduct a campaign with such dishonor.

You can call it karma or you can inject your faith. I choose to resort to my faith (noticed I did not say religion). I believe that the Lord holds us accountable, more so, when we do horrible things to others after we were once victims to the same injustice.

The verdict will be delivered on Nov. 4th

Obama/Biden '08

Cincinnatian   October 6th, 2008 3:33 pm ET

Old McCain is angry and hateful with an under-qualified VP…explains the desperate attacks…

R   October 6th, 2008 3:33 pm ET

If you haven't viewed the 13 miniute video by Barack Obama's campaign do so by visiting YouTube's website and search for: "Keating Economics: John McCain and the Making of a Financial Crisis" - ENJOY!

Bullwinkle kicked Palin Out of Alaska   October 6th, 2008 3:33 pm ET

Go Obama!
Go Biden!

We are with you guys all the way!

Selling jets on ebay for America   October 6th, 2008 3:33 pm ET

I just got here. how's that whole denying any knowledge of Bill Ayers' past thing going, Obamabot Whaaaaaambluance?

JudyR Arkansas   October 6th, 2008 3:33 pm ET

It's sad that I have not heard one form of condolences to Senator Biden from the Mcsame camp. And now he's on Cnn spouting some more lies.

aware   October 6th, 2008 3:33 pm ET

An Obama presidency would take America into a long and deep depression! :(

Jeff   October 6th, 2008 3:33 pm ET

Where's McCain's flag pin?

Chris   October 6th, 2008 3:33 pm ET

Obama will not win Virginia as the southern part of the state will not vote for him. I believe the polls are spreading thse lies by asking 1000 people questions but nver decalring what people or from what areas of the state. He will win the northen edge of the state

M - VA   October 6th, 2008 3:33 pm ET

YAY!!!
that's right…. VA is going Democratic this year!!!!!!!

OBAMA 08!!!!

Peter of Oregon   October 6th, 2008 3:33 pm ET

As McCain contiues to take the Low Road Express with his dirty politics that aren't focused on the issues facing this country, his supporters will turn to Barack Obama and REAL Change we can believe in.

BM   October 6th, 2008 3:33 pm ET

Obama wasn't brought up on charges by knowing Ayers. The only reason McSame was exonerated is because they considered the fact that he had been a POW and therefore felt sympathy for him. His excuse was that he not aware of his actions.

Tony   October 6th, 2008 3:32 pm ET

HEY JOHNNY!

HEY SARAH!

IS THAT DEMOCRATIC VICTORY I SMELL?

Noelle from Philadelphia   October 6th, 2008 3:32 pm ET

I am wondering why it is being questioned that Obama is firing back. The gloves came off by Palin (by the way, is she the one running for President?) and a person can only take so much. I was on the fence until this latest round. Obama 2008!

KWms   October 6th, 2008 3:32 pm ET

Barack may not get Tennessee. But he is definitely getting Shelby County in TN!!

Memphis, TN for Obama/Biden '08/12

Sacto Joe   October 6th, 2008 3:32 pm ET

Keep talking, Palin and McCain. You're digging yourselves deeper in a hole. And you're going to pull your party down with you!

Senator Obama, focus like a laser on the economy. Look for ways to help us out of this mess. Keep showing us your formidable leadership skills.

And walk away with a landslide come November.

AB   October 6th, 2008 3:32 pm ET

Have you ever heard of "Jumping the Shark" or "Jumpinb the Couch"?

Well now the McCain Campaign has officially been "PALINED"!

McCain = Titanic
Palin = Iceburg

MikeH   October 6th, 2008 3:32 pm ET

BREAKINg NEWS: CNN censors objective opinion, posts pro-McCain/ anti-Obama Ticker headlines, buries or ignores articles that prove McCain/Palin lies,

Maverick was a guy in Top Gun   October 6th, 2008 3:32 pm ET

I feel sorry for what John McCain is letting his handlers do to his legacy. He has gone from a war hero with honor to a despicable old man who only knows how to lie and attack. When he looks back on this I'm sure it will be one of those things he apologizes for later, like not supporting MLK day or being part of the Keating 5.

aware   October 6th, 2008 3:31 pm ET

Interesting!

Who spent four years learning Saul Alinsky manipulation/intimidation tactics? :(

Peter (CA)   October 6th, 2008 3:31 pm ET

Nice to see Virginia is seeing the truth.

McCain is an angry, desperate man and that is sad to see. He still believes the presidency was stolen from him in 2000 and he will do whatever he feels he has to in order to make it right again.

Pick up the new Rolling Stone. Cover story on McCain (with numerous quotes from people who have known him for years) will frighten you about the possibility of him winning.

Samuel   October 6th, 2008 3:31 pm ET

John McCain has become a national disgrace. He is such low road. Unbelievable. From hero to zero.

Paul   October 6th, 2008 3:31 pm ET

dems blame bush for everything bad -the economy - the war everything. how many votes does he have in the house or senate? zero. the dems have approved everything that he ask for. that is why they are now crying no finger pointing and no talking about the past.

Doug R.   October 6th, 2008 3:31 pm ET

McCain is a desperate and miserable. Just look at him. The Old Dominion will be Blue. So will WI, IN, OH, CO, FL, and NC. Obama/ Biden have almost a double digit lead over McCain/ Palin ticket. McCain will lose by over 100 electoral votes!!
Obama draws crowds by the thousands. McCain has to bus people in to his events, and only draws a few hundred. Loser.

Dave   October 6th, 2008 3:31 pm ET

I have a message for Senator McCain and Gov. Palin. When you are in a hole, stop digging!

California Voter   October 6th, 2008 3:31 pm ET

BW, CNN screens comments for more than inappropriate language. The voters are not getting comments from both sides!

Just Saying   October 6th, 2008 3:31 pm ET

Not good news for O'Bama.

This date 4 years ago. John Kerry continued his lead in the polls 50-46 over George. W.

Look how it turned out for Kerry.

Rob Johnson   October 6th, 2008 3:30 pm ET

I was just in Virginia, and I believe it.

Obama will get at least 300 electoral votes. Maybe not a landslide, but not all that close either.

ACFX   October 6th, 2008 3:30 pm ET

Why isn't Ayres in Jail if he did those horrible things?

Oregon calling   October 6th, 2008 3:29 pm ET

I can't wait until Nov 4th!

Obama / Biden 08

BM   October 6th, 2008 3:29 pm ET

McSame is a grumpy, old, cantankerous man who can't accept the fact that he is out of touch on everything. I thought he knew so mujch about foreign policy. Could have fooled me.
Palin needs to tend to her own scandals.

Dazed and Confused   October 6th, 2008 3:29 pm ET

Still haven't heard anything about the $600 Million bridge being built to Wasilla, AK. right now. Less then 10,000 people there and they need to cut the driving time for those people by 13 minutes to Anchorage so they are building a 600 million dollar bridge. Why is this not making the headlines like the bridge to nowhere? CNN please post this. We need truth beyond what Sarah Palin is giving the people. The days are getting darker for the GOP literally:)!!!!!!!!!!

Farrell, Houston, Tx   October 6th, 2008 3:29 pm ET

MCCAIN AND PALIN NEED ECONOMIC CREDENTIALS IN THEIR RESUME, NAME CALLING IS NOT A RESUME REQUIREMENT THAT'S ONLY FOR STREET THUGS.

Glenn   October 6th, 2008 3:29 pm ET

Isn't obvious to everyone that the more trash the GOP, McShame and Palin throw, the wider the margin that Obama is pulling away from the whinning losers? I say to Palin, McShame and the Gop, keep slinging the mud, apparently it is all falling back on you. But then, McShame was never known for his smarts. It is real apparent Palin is lacxking in that department as well. Their mud slinging doesn't speak well for the Christian image the GOP likes to taut itself.

Barney   October 6th, 2008 3:29 pm ET

I've tried 20 or 30 times in the last few days, but CNN keeps censoring me out.

NC is for Obama/Biden.

Hernan in Virginia   October 6th, 2008 3:29 pm ET

Northern Virginia is going Obama/Biden all the way….. hope the rest of VA gets on board in time.

TonyinKentucky   October 6th, 2008 3:29 pm ET

Say bubbye to the failed trickle down economics, Rovian campaigns, disregard for the American worker, lack of transparency in government, and deregulation.

and say hello to

President Obama.

McHoover is having to fallback to Nebraska, he's on the run and desperately making lame accusations on debunked material.
Maybe if he "watched the Google", he'd already know what everyone else in the country does already that McCain has nothing. Nothing to attack on and nothing to add to the discussion as we enter troubled times.

Karen from Charlottesville   October 6th, 2008 3:28 pm ET

As a proud Virginian, I know that VA will go for Obama! People here are thoughtful and independent. We are SICK of smear tactics and the dirty politics of the past. We want a leader and we see one in BARACK OBAMA!!!

Debbie   October 6th, 2008 3:28 pm ET

McCain and Palin run negative ad after negative ad. They sling mud at rallies.

Obama runs ads about jobs, economy, and healthcare.

When Americans are losing jobs, losing healthcare, and losing their retirement funds it's clear Americans can't afford McCain or Palin.

Failin' Palin: McCain's Parrot Without a Cracker and Quota With a Script   October 6th, 2008 3:27 pm ET

Ouch! Can you feel it Grampy? This IS the REAL OBAMA!!!

Shari, NY   October 6th, 2008 3:27 pm ET

A child of God will prevail.

aware   October 6th, 2008 3:27 pm ET

A winning strategy?

Make Americans think they are victims, make them angry at a bad America, take away their personal sense of accountability, direct the blame game and knock down their egos just enough to make them eager to accept your stale carrots! :(

Sarah   October 6th, 2008 3:27 pm ET

As John and Sarah lie - they dip further in the polls!

FL Voter   October 6th, 2008 3:27 pm ET

Regarding previous Ticker (comments closed):

John McCain:
"In short: Who is the real Barack Obama? But ask such questions and all you get in response is another barrage of angry insults."

Notice the link to race in John McCain's speech?

"In short: Who is the real Barack Obama? But ask such questions and all you get in response is another barrage of angry insults."

Barney   October 6th, 2008 3:27 pm ET

NC is turning blue by the minute. In the grocery store folks are talking about how disgusting the rep. ads are, and how they are totally turned off by all the smear and fear.

Obama/Biden '08

Susan from Scotts Valley, CA   October 6th, 2008 3:27 pm ET

McCain admitted his former ties to Keating? What is there to admit? It is part of government record and senate testimony. He was reprimanded for his poor judgment. And that hasn't gotten any better.

My State Is Blue! Yours Can Be Too!   October 6th, 2008 3:27 pm ET

Good Job. Yes We Can!
We can get CO and OH Too!
Obama/Biden '08

David Newport, OR   October 6th, 2008 3:26 pm ET

All McCain and Palin can do is negative attacks because they do not want to face that they have no policies that work…Obama keeps focusing on THE ISSUES. People need leadership. What is more likely to lead to change? Negative adds against another? Or focusing on the issues?

Elle   October 6th, 2008 3:26 pm ET

YES!!! So good to see people are starting to wise up!!!

Interesting   October 6th, 2008 3:26 pm ET

McCain's new slogan is "Change is Coming" to bad he doesn't realize it's already here. It's called "Obama/Biden".

aware   October 6th, 2008 3:26 pm ET

And, Americans are itching for a socialist/fascist revolution?

Steve-Jacksonville, Fl   October 6th, 2008 3:26 pm ET

McNasty is a pathetic angry little man who is stuck in the sixties and yet, he somehow considers himself to be a beacon of truth. It's sad really to see this man who was once a distinguished Senator engage in these dishonorable desperate attacks.

JT   October 6th, 2008 3:26 pm ET

It is about time…many have wondered if Obama would ever bring the truth to light….McBush should be tarred with his own brush,,Plain is playing the 'other'race card as scripted but she hardly knows what she is talking about—-just cue cards and cutzy BS to avoid answering a question….KEATING 5 Keating 5—30 tapes for the Vietcong after only 3 days ….Gramm bill of 1999… Shameless

D&D   October 6th, 2008 3:25 pm ET

This election is about history making, anyone who doesn't see it probably needs a check-up or something!

FL Voter   October 6th, 2008 3:25 pm ET

Regarding previous Ticker (comments closed):

John McCain:
[b]"In short: Who is the real Barack Obama? But ask such questions and all you get in response is another barrage of angry insults."[/b]

Notice the link to race in John McCain's speech?

"In short: Who is the real Barack Obama? But ask such questions and all you get in response is another [b][u}barrage of angry insults[/b][/u]."

AJ, MD   October 6th, 2008 3:25 pm ET

The beginning of the end Sen McSame's failed presidential campaign. Rather than devote your energy to negative speecehes, I'll recommend you spend it preparing a congratulatory speech for Sen Obama. It'll come in handy come Nov 5th.

Amy, NY   October 6th, 2008 3:25 pm ET

Now that's why I'm talking about! If I were McCain, I would be just as panicked!
So voters watch out: this man has lost his mind!

S. Boatman   October 6th, 2008 3:25 pm ET

I Cant Wait For That Long Neck Nancy Photenblaber To Eat Her Words After Obama Wins!

Lisa   October 6th, 2008 3:25 pm ET

GREAT!!!!!!!!!

CNN AND FOX WILL NOT GIVE THE AMERICAN PEOPLE A VOICE. THEY AIR WHAT THEY WANT AMERICA TO HEAR AND KNOW. SO CONTINUE YOUR UNFAIR REPORTING.

WE WILL HAVE VOICE ON NOVEMBER 4TH…………….

THE ULTIMATE LOW ROAD REWARD GOES TO MCCAIN, PALIN, CNN AND FOX NEW!!!!

Maggie from Virginia   October 6th, 2008 3:25 pm ET

You haven't seen nothing yet! Virginia will be blue this election year.

Real Politics   October 6th, 2008 3:25 pm ET

People are going to be shocked after the votes are tallied and this big lead in the polls turns out like Kerry's did for him. These polls mainly contact Democratic registered voters. I am one, and I have been called for these polls about a dozen times already. My Husband a registered Republican has never been contacted.

After Hillary's defeat, I decided I still could not vote for O'Bama. I would rather go 4 years with another boring Republican then risk my life and families welfare with a radical liberal like O'Bama. I will slow down on my spending and wait 4 more years for Hillary or another worthy candidate to run.

Fran   October 6th, 2008 3:25 pm ET

Keep bringing on those negative ads McPalin!!

Just helps us jump up in those polls.

PATHETIC!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

OBAMA/BIDEN 08

biff   October 6th, 2008 3:24 pm ET

The tipping poing is occurring at this moment……

SONGBIRD MCCAIN   October 6th, 2008 3:24 pm ET

Thank you Virginia for seeing past McCain's desperate atempts to soil the good name and reputation of Obama!

It gets more and more sad each day to see just how far McCain has fallen. I almost feel sorry for him.

jfs Memhis, Tn   October 6th, 2008 3:24 pm ET

WELCOME VIRGINIA !!!! We need your support for CHANGE !!!

Palin: McCain's Parrot Without a Cracker and Quota With a Script   October 6th, 2008 3:24 pm ET

Senator Grampy McCain't: Let me introduce YOU to the real OBAMA. You know, the one who's tanning your behind in a red state?

karen   October 6th, 2008 3:24 pm ET

Hmmmmm so why did you vote for George Bush? Ohhhh I forgot we are not supposed to look back anymore. Only forward right, isn't that the Neo-Con mantra now?

D&D   October 6th, 2008 3:24 pm ET

I watched the speech he gave in Virgina, he was terrific and thorough in detailing his plan, so this doesn't really surprise me. The guy knows what he's doing, and he's doing it very well!

scot   October 6th, 2008 3:24 pm ET

Sarah Palin do you really think you are qualified to be VP? "Uh well… no… But I DID stay at a Holiday Inn Express last night!"

N Gee   October 6th, 2008 3:24 pm ET

The polls are speaking! Barrack-Biden 08

Todd Palin Hates America   October 6th, 2008 3:24 pm ET

McShame has lost his credibility.

His tax cuts for the wealthy REWARD the very same people he blames for the crisis.

Your time is up.

Get Real   October 6th, 2008 3:24 pm ET

hEY DEMWIT…. what kind of racist remark was that "Let's call a spade a spade"….. real nice….. ignorance at it's best!

Jason   October 6th, 2008 3:23 pm ET

I think there is a difference between the two issues. McCain was part of the problem when it happened. The guy Obama met did this stuff like mor ehen 20 years before. When Obama was kid. So who ever we meet or have business with we should go get their background and then do any business or say hi? If this Ayers was/is a terorist why he is outside and not in jail?

Bob Indianapolis IN   October 6th, 2008 3:23 pm ET

Geezer and Gidget, they're headed for the Last Round-up!

Jim from Middletown, CT   October 6th, 2008 3:23 pm ET

McCain has nothing to offer, so he throws mud and hopes something will stick, Sadly, it will probably have some effect, but not enough to change the outcome. People want answers, not accusations.

Dutch-VA   October 6th, 2008 3:23 pm ET

I'm glad to see the four point lead, but us Virginians know it's alot larger than that.

NOV 4. - Obama wins VA by landslide

Proud to be American   October 6th, 2008 3:23 pm ET

The truth will make America Free! Even though McStupid is shamelessly lying on the Obama Camp America is not falling for it … Hey if you don't stand for something (Obama) then you will fall for Anything (McStupid) lets keep it moving we are so close to change … don't forget to vote Obama and Biden 2008!

conny   October 6th, 2008 3:23 pm ET

Get Get Get on up with the numbers, sounds real good. Thanks !

Grandma for O   October 6th, 2008 3:22 pm ET

While the McCain camp keeps trying to divert attention with a smear campaign, the democratic candidate Barack Obama is steady working with others to come up with solutions to our economic crisis.

It took a Democrat last time we were in a economic crisis and people understand it will take a Democrat again to get us out of this economic crisis.

Note to McCain: It's the economy stupid!

Your comment is awaiting moderation!   October 6th, 2008 3:22 pm ET

When Hillary lost in the primaries, I swore I would never vote for Obama. But I have carefully watched the 2 candidates, both debates, etc. In fact… I'm a news junkie. I'm now proud to say, I am a flip-flopper, supporting Obama. The thought of McCain and that nim-wit running this country sends chills up my spine. Please people: make an informed, intelligent decision when you go to the polls. Our country is on the edge of financial and economic doom, and our future depends on you.

ez   October 6th, 2008 3:22 pm ET

Early voting is the way to go.

Registered Republican voted Obama/Biden 08

Mrs. Texas Teacher   October 6th, 2008 3:22 pm ET

My apologies for the double submit, commentators. I'm home sick…. my fingers get a bit wild on this lap top. My hands are a bit shaky. It does not help that I type as fast as I talk and read faster.

These air heads who do not have a thought in their heads besides what they are told…. well, they get me upset, golly gee…. I'm a thinking woman. Darn it! I have no patience for the soap opera queens who cannot think themselves out of a paper bag! I like to call them Barbies… their hair comes in all colors! But they are still just plain ditzy!

St. Simons Island, GA   October 6th, 2008 3:22 pm ET

Seriously, what's the McCain/Palin campaign going to cook up next? I am anxious to see… I really hope Americans can look past these right wing gimmicks. I want to see an absolute LANDSLIDE come November. Let's show them that we will no longer tolerate inaction.

Randolph   October 6th, 2008 3:22 pm ET

The DOW is down 700 points and McCain/Palin are talking about false ties to a 60's radical.

Sound like the "Straight Talk Express" has four flats and is sitting on concrete blocks.

j   October 6th, 2008 3:22 pm ET

I'd be happier if Obama was up by 4 points or more in every state in the Union, that would show that Americans are paying attention to the issues and the candidates character rather than negative campaigning. I believe Obama has shown good judgment while McCain continues to show poor judgment - that's more important than experience.

bernj   October 6th, 2008 3:22 pm ET

It is mind boggling that CNN and the rest of the MSM let Palin and McCain get away with so many lies. I realize that the back and forth, no matter how trival or false, is apparently good for TV. It is, however, horrible for folks who are prone to believe whatever they hear on TV. It woud serve us all well if reporters would point out the lies coming from Mccain and Pain for the low life bs that it is.

mzgemini   October 6th, 2008 3:22 pm ET

GET OUT THERE AND VOTE…

KEEP SPREADING BARACK'S MESSAGE AND ENCOURAGE EVERYONE YOU KNOW TO FOLLOW-UP ON THEIR REGISTRATION AND GO TO THE POLLS AND VOTE.

THAT IS WHAT IS IMPORTANT.

OBAMA/BIDEN 08

Get Real   October 6th, 2008 3:22 pm ET

The more McCain/Palin get nasty and sling their false accusations the more the polls go up in Obama's favor! America, I hope you stay on the correct path…… go to factcheck.org and find the facts on the candidates. You will find that McCain/Palin are slinging mud and dirty, false mud at that. It is so sad that it has come down to this. They can't win by staying on the issues and discussing their plans for the White House so they resort to the same tired tactics Hillary tried and might I add failed! We are at such a delicate time in our History and this is the best they can do for the American public is to try to instill fear and falsehoods in the American people. PLEASE!!!!!!!!

GO OBAMA/BIDEN 08

JR   October 6th, 2008 3:21 pm ET

McCain say the economy is STRONG??. JUST LIKE KEATING 5!STUPID!!!!!!!

chad   October 6th, 2008 3:21 pm ET

Has Anyone noticed that McCain is reverting too a smear campaign because he sees that the only way to win the election is to smear his opponent… I don't know about most americans but this tatics goes to show McCain for the Farce he has become. He must really in his heart of hearts think that the american electorate are severly ignorant.. But as for my vote I would rather see a President Obama any day than to see the Florist from Alaska any where near the WH. Now that is SCARY!!!

NO NEW IDEAS = SMEARS +CHEERLEADER+ MR BURNS = TOTAL OF MORE OF THE SAME

roger dowdle, lockhart, Tx   October 6th, 2008 3:21 pm ET

Remember the primaries?Obama came in first, Clinton second, and all the repubs added together came in third!

Patrick, Fairfield, CA   October 6th, 2008 3:21 pm ET

Let McCain and Palin keep up the negative trash. In the end it will only hurt as the Electoral map continues to roll right into Election Day!

Becky   October 6th, 2008 3:21 pm ET

It's about time the government starts to work for the people. That's what we pay them for.

For McCain to say he is different than GWBush is too little, too late.

Ex-Republican for Obama   October 6th, 2008 3:21 pm ET

"Sooner or later, people are going to figure out if all you run is negative attack ads you don't have much of a vision for the future or you're not ready to articulate it." - John McCain, 2000

The real Barack Obama is going to beat the traitor John McCain and his running mate the Judicial Dodging Sarah Palin. It is sad to see these terrorists (McCain and Palin) torture the american public with their lying, deception and crimes. It will be a great day in america when these two anti-americans (Palin condones secession from the US and McCain gave information and made propoganda films for the enemy in Vietnam) are convicted of their crimes against our great nation.

We see through the smoke McCain and Palin, you two are the greatest threat that America has ever faced. You are dispicable people and should be sent to Guantanamo Bay to face torture and persecution. No trial, because Sarah doesn't care if people are 'read their Miranda rights"

Obama/Biden '08: Because we need REAL heroes in the White House!

Alvaro from Ontario, CA   October 6th, 2008 3:21 pm ET

With all the lies and smearing that had come from the McCain Camp, isn't it obvious?

I mean, how could you connect William Ayers with Obama if Obama was only 8-9 years old. And what about Wright? Obama is NOT Wright. Let's face it, if he's connections with Wright were that strong, he would be divided us rather than uniting us.

And then, there goes the other rumors of Obama being a Muslim or his affairs with Larry Sinclair. THIS HAS GOT TO BE THE MOST STUPIDEST THING I HAVE EVER, EVER HEARD IN MY LIFE TIME!! All this does is perpetuate hate and misconception. Come on Americans, we are more capable than that.

I had once thought of McCain as an honorable man. Having an interesting past, I once told my teachers when I was a school, "Will I get to see John."

But today, John McCain has considerably changed….he is not the same person I knew a long, long time ago. Now he is attacking Obama aggressively with nothing but smears and lies(go check Fackcheck.com a Bipartisan organization that intends to put politicians accountable for their own actions).

And I'm addressing this question directly to those who comment here with names like "NObama" "Obama Hussein", and related titles.

P.S
(CNN, if you endorse Freedom of Speech, please post this comment!)

S. Boatman   October 6th, 2008 3:21 pm ET

By The Time Mccain Realizes That Running A Mud Slinging Campaign While Avoiding The Issues Is Not Going To Work It Will Be Too Late! Its The Economy Stupid! This Is Why Obama Is Ahead In All Of The Battle Ground States!

I said Thanks, but No Thanks to another 4 years of g.o.p. corruption, arrogance and incompetence   October 6th, 2008 3:20 pm ET

I love the smell of republican smears in the morning . . . it smells like . . . DEFEAT

Hey McCain- Thanks but no thanks   October 6th, 2008 3:20 pm ET

Someone once said we should judge our potential leaders "by the example we set, by the way we conduct our campaigns, by the way we personally practice politics." Oh yeah. That was John McCain in 2000…..Aw shucks, screw it!

chad in avery ca.   October 6th, 2008 3:20 pm ET

mcacain and his campain are broke down on the side of the road.
the straight talk express is a joke and a thing of the past.
if john would have stuck to his old ways, he might be putting up a fight,
but you had do lower yourself to rovian politics.
sarah was a awful choice as well.
we can all see she is g.w.bush in lipstick.
pretty scary to see thier debates side by side.
she must have studied his debate answers from 8 years ago.
john and sarah, your days are numberd, just less than 30.
you should bow out gracefully, john.
its the only honorable thing you have left in your bag of tricks.

The American Dream is Alive and Well   October 6th, 2008 3:20 pm ET

Landslide victory for President Obama

:)

Patricia   October 6th, 2008 3:20 pm ET

Why are people blindly supporting a man they know nothing about and refusing to release his background of his adult life to the media?
What does he have to hide?
He has no experience but one year in the senate. The other three have been on the road campaigning for himself, not representing the people he swore to work for.
I don't understand the liberals and the media's lack of judgement just because he looks and sounds good. But nothing to base any record on. This is the most careless thing I have ever seen the media do.
COME ON WAKE UP AND DO WHAT'S RIGHT FOR AMERICA!!!
AT LEAST LET US KNOW WHO HE IS AND WHAT RECORD OF ISSUES HE STANDS FOR. THE PROVEN RECORD, NOT THE RALLY TALK.

joe   October 6th, 2008 3:20 pm ET

Hate might not be working but, censorship sure is, I have tried posting to this story four times to no avail.

This is the republican economy, the economy George Bush and John McCain worked on for these past eight years. Do you like what you have now?

Where would your Social Security savings be if Bush/McCain had their way and your SS money was in the stock market?

Grog in Ohio   October 6th, 2008 3:20 pm ET

The downside to this is that the more news like this is broadcast, the more desperate the McCain/Palin campaign and the lower it stoops.

106 days till the end of the Bush administration.

Missouri   October 6th, 2008 3:20 pm ET

Can you say landslide.

Whine, whine, whine… That is what McCain financial adviser said of the American public while John McCain was say the fundamentals of the economy are sound.

McCain is a failure just like Bush. He voted for his issues 90% of the time.

Failed student!
Failed pilot!
Failed politician!

Now whining "Life isn't fair" - ask middle America if Bush and the xeroxed Republicans have been fair to them!

Tony   October 6th, 2008 3:20 pm ET

When McCain shows his bitterness and anger tomorrow night, Obama will be up by much more than that. Blow Johnny Blow!

GINA, OHIO   October 6th, 2008 3:20 pm ET

MCCAIN/PALIN IS THE "TICKET TO NO WHERE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!" SEE AMERICA IS SMARTENING UP! THEY ARE SEEING THE TRUE COLORS OF MCCAIN!! IT WILL ALWAYS BE MCCAIN FIRST PEOPLE NOT COUNTRY FIRST!! MEN WITH REAL INTEGRITY CARRY THE SAME MESSAGE ALL THEIR LIVES IT DEFINES THEM! MCCAIN DOESN'T KNOW WHO HE IS ANYMORE WITH ALL THE FLIP FLOPPING! HE WILL DO ANYTHING TO WIN! HE DOES'NT CARE ARE ANYONE BUT HIMSELF!!!

Hana   October 6th, 2008 3:20 pm ET

one thing is sure true about McCant…Maverick he 's NOT!

Katy   October 6th, 2008 3:19 pm ET

When Hillary lost in the primaries, I swore I would never vote for Obama. But I have carefully watched the 2 candidates, both debates, etc. In fact… I'm a news junkie. I'm now proud to say, I am a flip-flopper, supporting Obama. The thought of McCain and that nim-wit running this country sends chills up my spine. Please people: make an informed, intelligent decision when you go to the polls. Our country is on the edge of financial and economic doom, and our future depends on you.

Rob   October 6th, 2008 3:19 pm ET

If that's true then it's a shame that these people polled have been swindled/hoodwinked/brainwashed by the Great Know-Nothing.

Vote Obama = Tank the country. Your call people. You gonna be smart and vote for McCain (who WILL do something good for the country), or join the list of mindless drones and watch America crumble?

George James   October 6th, 2008 3:19 pm ET

The more Palin and McCaine lie,the more lead Obama gets.No wonder, if things backfire on McCaine before Nov.4th.The reason for Palin's shameless behavior is that she is a moron.

Abdifatah   October 6th, 2008 3:18 pm ET

It will be disappointing if the American public is fooled third time in the use of politics of fear that the republicans has been using for the last Eight years. I am not good at math, but it isn't rocket science to figure that we don't need to be spending $ 4 Billions a week in Iraq, have them $ 70 billion in surplus over there in Iraq, while the American economy is suffering in every way. Why not invest money in here? Glad that of all the money the repub poured in MN, it is still out the reach of the failed repub policies.

LE   October 6th, 2008 3:18 pm ET

I have hope, finally enough Americans are starting to pay attention! Obama will win.
The next President will serve under the most extreme circumstances. Our country, the world for that fact will need the best we can offer. Obama has what it takes. He is highly intelligent, patient, diplomatic, knows our country, government and the world affairs. Plus he is young, vibrant and healthy. He will be able to not only mentally but PHYSICALLY do the job.
To all you remaining die hard McCain supporters I ask you to also remember he is a SEVENTY TWO year old man, with physical ailments(his arthritis, past history of cancer just to name but a few) which will only worsen with time. The presidency is a 24/7/365 X 4year job folks! How many people do you know given his physical condition, age to take on the MOST IMPORTANT continious job IN THE WORLD at that age?!

Mrs. Texas Teacher   October 6th, 2008 3:18 pm ET

An Independent Hillary…. my dear, Obama has stated the truth of the matter! They were on committees together. Yes, they were in meeting for those committees. Not personal private meetings between the two of them..

Oh, and by the way…… we knew Hillary Clinton for 8 …years and more… and my dear, you are no Hillary Clinton. She is much too intelligent to fall for the nonsense the McCain camp is putting out!

You must be listening to FOX News! I suggest you spend a bit more time here with CNN! You will get opinions from both sides of the color wheel!

sue   October 6th, 2008 3:18 pm ET

I really wish McCain would run ads about what HE will do should he become president. I am soooo tired of the bashing and negative ads. Just tell me what YOU will do in office should you win. Tell me what YOUR plans are.

Is that too much to ask???

Tyree from Virginia   October 6th, 2008 3:17 pm ET

Here in Virginia we are no fools or Communist. I don't think that Gov. Palin's borderline racist tactics are going to sway voters. In Virginia we know the truth and we are tired of lying the McCain-Palin ticket using Karl Rove's playbook and bushes failed strategies.

Brad   October 6th, 2008 3:17 pm ET

Amazing every comment is for Obama? Wow CNN is doing a super job on being bias aren't they? Real people don't even watch CNN becuase it was started by a liberal and run by liberals.

Tim   October 6th, 2008 3:17 pm ET

The tide is turning. We need a serious candidate in these serious times, and John McCain is clearly not interested in our problems.

Obama all the way....   October 6th, 2008 3:17 pm ET

C'mon guys lets vote for the best candidate OBAMA and leave POW Ken and Caribou Barbie in the dust with less than 100 votes.

We can't take more of McCains slander, lies, tax policies and health care plan.

I'll be bankrupt and so will you!!!

Stephen   October 6th, 2008 3:17 pm ET

The GOP is falling apart, not because of Pallin or Mccain, but because of its platform. Americans are finally realizing the depth to which the GOP has harmed this nation. We have fallen behind at almost every level. Education in math and science, broad band access, healthcare quality and affordability, technological advances, the climate crisis… and especially alternative energy development.

Remember that it was Ronald Reagan, their patron saint, who cancelled tax breaks for alternative energy development. Now the chickens come home to roost, and what is the GOP mantra? “Drill Baby Drill.” This is preposterous to any thinking person, and on November 4th, the Republicans will lose not only the White house, but Congresional seats, governorships and court appointments. FINALLY, enough people are OUTRAGED, and the chorus throughout the land will be:

THROW THE BUMS OUT.

Sandra   October 6th, 2008 3:17 pm ET

On a day when Lehman Bros. CEO is defending his half billion dollar salary + bonuses over the past 8 years in a deregulated industry, it is no wonder that people are starting to see the light and throw the governing party out of the White House.

It will be a landslide come November. Then America can get back to the business of restoring its dignity and economic prosperity at home and around the world.

lou   October 6th, 2008 3:16 pm ET

To CNN
post some republican comments.
I am sure 100% of people are not all democrats are they?
or they stay away from CNN. I dunno

Cuban-mami-4-OBAMA   October 6th, 2008 3:16 pm ET

CORRECTION: THE ELECTION IS ON THE 4TH OF NOVEMBER. @ JD in NC

Roger   October 6th, 2008 3:16 pm ET

McCain and Palin are the two most despicable personages I have seen in years in American politics. We DON'T care about your slanderous attacks on Sen. Obama, Mr. McCain. We want answers to this economic mess and it is quite obvious that you have no clue of what is going on or any sort of solution to it. These reprehensible attacks are not going to work sir, the country has wised up and in only a few short weeks Barack Obama (by the grace of God) will be the President-elect. Go back to Arizona Senator McCain and put Palin on the first dog sled back to Alaska!!!!

Tyree from Virgina   October 6th, 2008 3:16 pm ET

I don't think that Gov. Palin's borderline racist tactics are going to sway voters. In Virginia we know the truth and we are tired of lying the McCain-Palin ticket using Karl Rove's playbook and bushes failed strategies.

judy from minnesota   October 6th, 2008 3:16 pm ET

I think instead of calling Mccain/Plain mavericks, we should call them desperado's for the deperation tactics they are using.

It's pathetic…they are pathetic and I hope all this negativity comes back to 'bite" them.

Abby   October 6th, 2008 3:16 pm ET

You can fool some people sometimes but you cant fool all the people all the time.

Bob Indianapolis IN   October 6th, 2008 3:15 pm ET

BLUE FROM SEA TO SHINING SEA! THE TIDE IS TURNING….

What a joke   October 6th, 2008 3:15 pm ET

Ready for Barack here in NC. A group of us Durhamites/Chapel Hillians went to Goldsboro and registered over 600 people last Saturtday alone!!! We are gona take back the White House and NC will go blue for the first time in 40+ years.

GO OBAMA/BIDEN

Foreign observer   October 6th, 2008 3:15 pm ET

Virgina moved towards being a smart state.

Mrs. Texas Teacher   October 6th, 2008 3:15 pm ET

An Independent Hillary…. my dear, Obama has stated the truth of the matter! They were on committees together. Yes, they were in meeting for those committees. Not personal private meetings between the two of them..

Oh, and by the way…… we knew Hillary Clinton for 8 …years and more… and my dear, you are no Hillary Clinton. Sh

lou   October 6th, 2008 3:15 pm ET

The polls say nothing.
Just like the debate polls…………..the bigger percent were democrats watching
therefore, of course, you will have more democrats voting.

Pick the best team.
regardless of color

Concerned   October 6th, 2008 3:15 pm ET

I will not vote for another sorry president. McCain broke the Military Code of Conduct and gave up military information to the enemy when he was a prisoner. He later said he was sorry. McCain cheated on his crippled wife, divorced her, and immediately married his rich mistress. He later said it was all his fault, and he was sorry. McCain took money and gifts from an S&L crook as part of a bully-squad until the feds started moving in. He later said he showed poor judgement, and was sorry.

He failed his country and his family, and I'm casting my vote to see that he fails this election.

Mark   October 6th, 2008 3:15 pm ET

Desperate times call for desperate measures. keep it up you old geezer!!!!

Obama/Biden 08

Cuban-mami-4-OBAMA   October 6th, 2008 3:15 pm ET

THANK YOU NORTH CAROLINA!

Thanks to EVERYONE not falling for the McCain/Republican-attack-lie-and-divide machine.

McCain says he "does not need a lesson in telling the American people the truth." But today in the New York Times online, there is an article titled "Scraping the Bottom". The articles tell of a flyer appearing in a northern New Jersey 'all-white' community equating Sen. Obama with Osama bin Laden.

How about some investigative journalism into these flyers and some of the lies being told CNN?

(And WHY ARE MY COMMENTS NOT BEING POSTED?)

ANDY DAAS   October 6th, 2008 3:14 pm ET

Old man man go home to your ranch at relax in your rocking chair.
You are done like dinner.

Frank in Deerfield, IL   October 6th, 2008 3:14 pm ET

This will extend to many other states that have been toss-ups or traditionally Republican .
When you have nothing to say you say anything. The McCain/Palin ticket is an unfortunate representation of one of our major American political parties. Reading off of note cards, winking and unbecoming personal attack behavior is not enough. This is a sad day in American governance when that ticket represents what is suppose to be one half of the best America can consider.

James   October 6th, 2008 3:14 pm ET

I wish Obama luck in Virginia. Once the rednecks hear all of McCarthyite smears coming from Annie Oakley Alaska and War Hero McCain, they will vote against their economic self-interest, i.e. vote Republican . . . again.

Dan   October 6th, 2008 3:14 pm ET

These numbers are impressive. Though I have no demographic research to back this up, I think these percentages will be made all the more surprising when the throes of new young and first-time democratic voters (who don't have landlines and therefore aren't polled) cast their choice on November 4th.

Obama/Biden '08

Dumb & Dumber   October 6th, 2008 3:14 pm ET

When the RNC Party is celebrating & rejuvenated because the VP nominee didn’t totally screw up in a debate and lost in a big way. Take the blinders off my friends. Your campaign and RNC party is in deep trouble.

That’s the best you have got and now Tina/Sara is out bashing Obama! Where is any substance in your speeches? Still waiting, Joe Biden even gave you a hint!!! Negative has gotten you to where you’re at, and now you’re going more negative… Keep that strategy going for the now Palin/McCain ticket! “Out of Touch”

LET’S STICK TO THE REAL PROBLEMS IN AMERICA — THE ECONOMY. This is a smoke screen McCain/Palin are using to avoid a topic they know nothing about. Again, the Economy!!!!!!

And if your going to dish it out Palin you dam well better be able to take it.

Let’s get the pain over with and move up the election. I can’t take it anymore with the republicans thinking the American people are so ignorant.

Obama/Biden 08’

RMKING FL FOR OBAMA   October 6th, 2008 3:14 pm ET

It makes me so happy that a good man will be our next president. Good, intelligent, honest man. GO OBAMA 08 PARTY 1/20/09

ohio   October 6th, 2008 3:14 pm ET

obama baby!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!1 mccain your going down i am loving this. mccain what happen Bill doesnt work man out economy is going down and your hands are not on deck !!!!!!!!!!!!! obama 08!!!!!!!!!!

lou   October 6th, 2008 3:14 pm ET

The question is……………………what/who are these polls?
just like some debates, big percent of democrats vote……….so its not fair to vote, when alot are democratics coming out of woodwork.

its just a way to try and sway people.
as we all know CNN is democratic
they have been bowing down to Obama since day 1

Pick the RIGHT person, whether its OBama or McCain.

don;t pick someone because its a historic event(first black pres)
pick the one that is the best for job

I myself, will vote republican………………….why?
because I listened to the Church OBAMA was part of
they are problack, and against whites………
i cant pick someone that believes in that.
We are all equal
i dont want to have a president, who has a hangup with whites

RapidRay   October 6th, 2008 3:14 pm ET

We've got your back up in New Hampshire, too, Barak.

Time for some REAL CHANGE!

abraxis   October 6th, 2008 3:14 pm ET

While there are shortcomings in characteristics and decisions that have been made on both sides of political center. The question is: Based on the past decisions and the present characteristics that are being exhibited, which person has the intellectual acumen, social integrity, and the desire to pursue the common good that will benefit the many, NOT the few, should be select as our nation's executive leader?

The politics of fear and the identity of difference have cleaved our nation into Blue and Red States. We recognize it yet we still let it influence our decision making process. Vote based on what is said below the surface and how we can advance our society from the bottom up NOT from the top down.

I for one cannot vote for leaders who are LESS intelligent then the general public. Don't we want our leaders to be MORE intelligent than us? If this is the criterion, then the choice is clear!

Dem for unity   October 6th, 2008 3:13 pm ET

I love it. MCcain is coming out with negative ads because he is losing and is forgoing the issues. Obama you rock!!!!!!!!! Keep up the good fight!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Obama/Biden 2008!

joann   October 6th, 2008 3:13 pm ET

Seems like to more bad stuff that comes out about Obama the more people flock to his Compound and drink his koolaid. Strange.

jAYjAY   October 6th, 2008 3:13 pm ET

Palin is a coward hiding behind the extreme right wing fringes of the republican party throwing bombs.
the only legitimate investigation is her abuse of power in Alaska.

Nicole   October 6th, 2008 3:13 pm ET

I KNOW WHO OBAMA ISN'T!

-He isn't another 4 yrs of Bush!

-He doesn't have a complete joke as a VP!

-He didn't think our economy was "fundamentally" sound just 2 wks ago!

-He doesn't have a pill popping wife that stole from her charity to support her habit! Also note that McCain tried to cover this up!

-He doesn't believe that war is the only way to solve problems!

Its very sad that our economy is going into the toilet and all McCain & Co. wants to do is talk about this nonsense. Clearly shows that he doesn't have a vision for this country outside of what Bush has done.

SENATUS POPOLUSQUE ROMANUS   October 6th, 2008 3:13 pm ET

With 2 wars, the economy getting worse from day to day, the Dow Jones below 10,000, American worried about keeping their jobs and their health no longer covered by insurance, the decision of McClown and his clueless Vice President to attack Obama is the clear sign that these two "mavericks":
(1) Follow OLD Washington politics,
(2) Have nothing CONSTRUCTIVE to offer and
(3) Are in full PANIC MODE.

Texas for OBAMA!!!!!!!!!!!!   October 6th, 2008 3:13 pm ET

Who is Barack Obama?????? no we want to know is SARAH PALIN!!! Why is John McCain trying to get us to know his opponent??? We want to know Your V.P?? Stop hiding Sarah Palin and let the people and the media ask the questions. All she does is sit on the stage and through shots!! read off a piece of paper! We want to know Sarah Palin.

Thanks,
a undecided voter/ leaning to Obama

Maya   October 6th, 2008 3:13 pm ET

This is gory to watch. Obama has a way of deflecting such viciousness. It never looks good to beat up on a gentleman. McCain really doesn't get it - who's he going to win with these tactics but people whose votes he already has?

Brad   October 6th, 2008 3:13 pm ET

Okay demo's when your ship sinks and this clown is at the helm along with Pelosie then tell us why you failed?? DOWN WITH A DEMOCRAP!!!!

SoniaGA   October 6th, 2008 3:13 pm ET

A serious blow indeed!!!!!!!!!!! RCP has Obama up 10 and 12 points in two seperate polls!

Greed is not good   October 6th, 2008 3:12 pm ET

Let's go Virginia. Stop voting Republican. Enough is enough.

Mrs. Texas Teacher   October 6th, 2008 3:12 pm ET

Sounds like we are getting a song and dance from the McCain camp…. he's doing a little side step.. two step.. DC Shuffle!

McBush is doing what he always does. Dodge the issues and …. whoaaa…. lie! Smear…… swift boat politics.

The conservative   October 6th, 2008 3:12 pm ET

Keep with the issues:
- Dow down 700+ points
- 159000 jobs lost.
- Healthcare plans
- Education plans

What are you going to do?

McPalin is wasting Ameican voters' time on issues that do not matter to voters right now. Who cares what the professor did 40 years ago. Why is he not in jail if it was criminal. McPalin campaign may have found a good use for the "fluff" but I sincerely don't care about this crap! I care about my 401K, my roth IRA, my house and my job.

Diane Sykstus   October 6th, 2008 3:12 pm ET

I just saw a lie, an out and out lie about Obama again in the latest ad from change something or another .com - is this the millionaire texan who plans to bombard our airwave with nonsence?
What about the Keating 5 - I am old enough to remember that well. What about the last 8 years when your republican party ruled both president and senate and house? Now you blame Obama

Have you seen the market dropping all day - at one point down 800points.

Texas billionaire (probably an oil man living off the backs of all of us with high profits from gasoline), it will be the ECONOMY STUPID - not palin's rantings and McOld's rushing from this to that and making nothing work.

McCain came in 384 out of 389 in Annopolis and he only got in from his father's prompting - he is just like the incompetent bush who is the only person the republicans can possibly find to represent this country, a real plain out boob.

Diane

tulsa   October 6th, 2008 3:12 pm ET

Not long ago I posted that it was sad to see a once nobel man turn so negative.

I've gotten past the sadness. Now I'm mad……and I'm not alone. People who were in McCain's camp just last week have told me they no longer can back him. they will either not vote at all or vote Obama.

I live in OKLAHOMA. It doen's get any more red than this. I guess it's at best purple now.

KJ, GA   October 6th, 2008 3:12 pm ET

Good news…let's keep going towards the whie house!!!

Scotty the Main Man   October 6th, 2008 3:12 pm ET

We need GA, NC, SC and Alamba to get on the bandwagon and shut down the Republican now. Holler if you feel me.

Larry of Virginia   October 6th, 2008 3:12 pm ET

Obama needs to explain why he received some of the highest political contributions from Fannie Mae and Lehman Brothers, and why two former Fannie Mae execs and one Lehaman exec are now on Obama's campaign staff

Ariana   October 6th, 2008 3:12 pm ET

TRUST ME, VA is voting for Obama.

Marie   October 6th, 2008 3:12 pm ET

And up by 8 in the Gallop national poll … now we know the reason behind McCain's smear campaign - he has lost, he knows it and now cares little for what integrity he once had. Sarah Palin - you should jump ship before he drowns your political career!

Anything to get elected   October 6th, 2008 3:11 pm ET

I wasn't polled. I'm in VA. Did this poll decide the election? Not a chance. McCain/Palin will pull every state.

Rodger   October 6th, 2008 3:11 pm ET

McCain will beat Barry Goldwater's record for losing by a larger margin than any other Republican in over 50 years! He will probably lose North Carolina, Georgia, Missouri, Indiana and things are even tightening up in Texas! With all the new and first time voters, the Republican Party will go the way of the Wig Party again!

Mccain is a liar   October 6th, 2008 3:11 pm ET

THANK YOU HANNITY!! Now that they see through your lie's you've only motivated them to vote against your candidate!!! Keep it up Mccain camp, show just how out of touch and what babies you really are!

This will go down in history as the most dispacable campaign ever, congradulations! You will loose in a tsunami of blue, couldn't have done it without ya!

Republicans Hate America   October 6th, 2008 3:11 pm ET

Thats right keep spreading lies McCain you are going to lose this one state by state.

Terri   October 6th, 2008 3:11 pm ET

You gotta love it!
Who knows really how much of a landslide it will be? We will all know on November 5th.

GO BARACK/JOE!

vote 4 change   October 6th, 2008 3:11 pm ET

I hope this lands McCain soooooo deep in the mud, he can't get out..

Despicable !!!!

They should be ashamed. This campaign is now at its absolute
lowest.

Mickie in PA   October 6th, 2008 3:11 pm ET

People in Virginia are pretty savvy. I lived in Quantico, VA twice and military families are pretty astute when it comes to politicians. Just because those in uniform cannot speak out so freely, doesn't mean they don't know what's going on. They also know how they have been treated at Walter Reed lately and how their benefits are dwindling under the republicans and even McCain who plays on his POW status has voted against increasing benefits to our military. More and more military are suffering and the republicans have not shown any concern. For me one of the greatest disrepects the republicans have shown was at the beginning of the war when the soldiers had to buy their own body protection while paid mercenaries were paid 100 times what our soldiers were paid for the same job.

Sue in Alabama   October 6th, 2008 3:10 pm ET

Great news, Virginia!

Now can somebody tell MY state to wake up and smell the coffee?

Go Obama!