October 10, 2008
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An angry supporter confronts Sen. John McCain at a rally in Wisconsin on Thursday.
An angry supporter confronts Sen. John McCain at a rally in Wisconsin on Thursday.

(CNN) — With recent polls showing Sen. Barack Obama's lead increasing nationwide and in several GOP-leaning states, some Republicans attending McCain-Palin campaign rallies have taken on a new emotion: Rage.

"When you have an Obama, [House Speaker Nancy] Pelosi and the rest of the hooligans up there going to run this country, we have got to have our head examined. It's time that you two are representing us, and we are mad. So, go get them," one man told Sen. John McCain at a town hall meeting in Waukesha, Wisconsin.

Watch: Rage hits the McCain campaign trail

It's almost a cry for help, with the GOP party faithful amazed McCain could possibly be losing.

"And we're all wondering why that Obama is where he's at, how he got here. I mean, everybody in this room is stunned that we're in this position," another man said at a rally.

"I'm mad. I'm really mad. And what's going to surprise you, it's not the economy. It's the socialists taking over our country," another man said.

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Filed under: Barack Obama • John McCain • Sarah Palin


Allan Woodland Hills, CA.   October 10th, 2008 2:58 pm ET

Is this really Country first? This is stupidity and dangerous. McCain and Palin are truly scary people.

Barb   October 10th, 2008 2:58 pm ET

What scares me the most is that with this deep hatred and anger that some mentally unbalanced individual is going to take it upon his or herself to eliminate the "problem". Hopefully the secret service is strong enough and large enough that the can guarantee the safety of Obama, Michelle and their children.

Pete, Houston Tx   October 10th, 2008 2:57 pm ET

McCain and Palin are inciting rage and hatred amongst fellow Americans. Yet they deride the Islamic extremists for inciting hatred and violence against Americans. Does John McCain have to borrow a leaf each from Karl Rove and Osama Bin Laden in order to win this election? Where is John McCain's conscience while he makes a lame attempt at portraying Obama as a terrorist. This is going too far.

John McCain and Sarah Palin have to be called to order before they turn us all against each other. This has to STOP! Americans must rise up against this politics of division. We have a nation to rebuild.

Families are hurting right now under the crushing economic burden and all John McCain offers is to use Osama Bin Laden's tactics of fear? So who is the real terrorisist now? Osama Bin Laden? John McCain, Sarah Palin or all there? America, you decide!

Helene   October 10th, 2008 2:57 pm ET

Incitement to violence and riots is a CRIME. McCain/Palin should be prosecuted for this.

Anonymous   October 10th, 2008 2:57 pm ET

Obama will destroy everyone.

GP   October 10th, 2008 2:57 pm ET

Turn around is fair play. For eight years now we've been stunned to believe that America could select Bush, not once but twice.

Welcome to the club. A little late, but now that you're here, how does it feel?

renando   October 10th, 2008 2:57 pm ET

Remember all of those people are armed. You should be as well.

That is why I am a Second amendment supporting democrat for Obama/Biden 08

JJ   October 10th, 2008 2:57 pm ET

Jeff, Texas October 10th, 2008 2:49 pm ET

This here is one ashamed registered Republican!

My party has let me down and humiliated me! I have made my mind up, and will be "putting country first" this year.. i will vote democratic for the first time in my life!

Jeff,
Welcome to the winning side! :-)

Laszlo in L.A.   October 10th, 2008 2:57 pm ET

Am I the only one who sees how dangerous this is? Did I wake up in America, or Pakistan? When did it become impossible to hold a political debate without calling for the other candidate's head?

Supporting your team is one thing. Hilary Clinton's fans urged her not to give up all the way through Denver. But I can't recall any of them displaying the type of rage seen in this clip.

With Sarah Palin actively egging this on and John McCain at least condoning it, it's not too far removed to see physical harm coming to somebody. This needs to stop.

Obama/Biden 08/12   October 10th, 2008 2:57 pm ET

That's what McCain gets for messing with Obama.

Jeff   October 10th, 2008 2:57 pm ET

Funny how a man like McCain fought so hard for our country at war but now is trying to split it up with his negative campaign. He says nothing now but attacks at Obama. Man up and confront him at the next debate, what next should we expect from the old angry man.

I must admit I'm getting worried with all these angry crowds. It doesn't look they care about politics but about hurting Obama.

61 year old White guy from NC   October 10th, 2008 2:57 pm ET

My 401K is gone, so my vote for Mc Cain. I'll vote democrat for the first time in my entire life

Nichole   October 10th, 2008 2:57 pm ET

This is what I am so scared of. I really think that McCain needs to find a way to calm down his supporters. They are too angry and hateful and it's frightening. I know that during elections the candidates attack each other, but for the supporters to be so enraged that others fear violence may come of it is horrifying.

I want to live in a country where we all can all live without fear. I hope that happens soon.

Buckeye Voter   October 10th, 2008 2:57 pm ET

Don't these people read the newspaper? How can anyone - anyone - be surprised that the Republicans aren't doing well in this election? This isn't about Obama or McCain - it is about the performance of the Republican administration.

Adam BIDDUT Habib Dallas, TX   October 10th, 2008 2:57 pm ET

Looks like a Ku Klux Klan party.

David   October 10th, 2008 2:57 pm ET

Socialists? Well, as opposed to the fascists behind McCain.

Rob K.   October 10th, 2008 2:57 pm ET

Maybe if Bush and the GOP didn't run our country into the ground.

This election shouldn't even be close. If we didn't have such a racist country than Obama who is a once in a generation leader would be routing McCain by 20 points.

Kerri   October 10th, 2008 2:57 pm ET

Yeah, Socialism is what we really have to be afraid of. Please.

That One   October 10th, 2008 2:57 pm ET

The rage and anger is being fueled by the man who 'reaches across the aisle' and constantly calls himself my 'friend.' The Republicans are doing themselves grave injury with this kind of campaign, both short term and long term.

I will use my vote for an individual who gets that Americans are all in this together, rather than for an individual who can't stop dividing us up and egging hate mongers on.

Obama '08

Travis   October 10th, 2008 2:57 pm ET

The McCain campaign will be a future lesson on how not to run a presidential campaign. It's almost like he is campaigning to lose…

Greed is not good   October 10th, 2008 2:57 pm ET

The Republican base has become too fanatical and even dangerous. I just pray they don't start with terrorist acts or violence.

pm   October 10th, 2008 2:57 pm ET

mccain's crowd looks like a clan rally and Obama's look like the united nations

chris   October 10th, 2008 2:56 pm ET

I cannot believe this is happening in this country in 2008 and Mcain is feeding such a fire, when the fire burns it consumes everything, GOOD LUCK AMERICA

Alex   October 10th, 2008 2:56 pm ET

Fascinating to see this republican party falling apart in front of my eyes…

Penny   October 10th, 2008 2:56 pm ET

Shame on John MCain for not being leader enough to stop this level of rage. Most of his speeches are filled with lies and half-truths and he is encouraging hate among voters. Thank God there are enough people with some level of intelligence who see though all this and can vote for the BEST man, not the angriest !!

Anna   October 10th, 2008 2:56 pm ET

Some McCain/Palin supporters are starting to sound like "domestic terrorists" against Obama. It's scary, I mean you could be walking outside a McCain/Palin rally and get hurt or worst just for wearing an Obama T-shirt. This thing is getting bad.

Give Obama credit, in his rallies, whenever he says something about McCain relative to his service and get boos he always calms the crowd down.

Felly   October 10th, 2008 2:56 pm ET

The GOP should blame George W. Bush, the worst president since Herbert Hoover. That's what they voted for the past 8 yrs. The chickens are coming back to roost. The GOP is a shrinking party with no new ideas. They are very selfish, naive and myopic in their world view. They should stop whinning and cast their votes for a change we can believe in.

Anonymous   October 10th, 2008 2:56 pm ET

im a social conservative, and I do not support McCain (nor Obama). The fact is Obama shares no values with me, McCain does, but the status quo about these issues such as abortion will remain the same. No president is going to be able to overturn roe vs. wade so voting based on these issues is kind of pointless.

but Obama is a socialists; anyone who says otherwise is being dishonest. he wants to redistruibute wealth, universal healthcare which is the worst idea (just ask canada), basically make everyone equal. he doesn't believe in the America dream. he wants to take it away from the succssful and give it to the lazy poor people. but under McCain the economy will go to hell and oil comapines will get tax breaks.

so we're pretty much screwed. im not sure who i will vote for. I like Biden thought, if he was on top i'd go that way for sure. Palin is way out of here league, and so is Obama.

Nimi from NY   October 10th, 2008 2:56 pm ET

What I do not understand about such people is the fact that they don't look at themselves in the mirror and ask how did we get here? The Republicans have held all branches of govt for 8 years and in control of congress 4 years before the. This means for a total of 12 years they have been in power whic led to all this disasters. And now, after all they have done, they want us to allow them 4 more years to do what? If they haven't done any good for this country in the last 12 years, what's the guararntee wthey will the next 4 years? So they can get as angry as they can, the roll call is on. They Republicans have to pay.

chico from Virginia   October 10th, 2008 2:56 pm ET

What good is it to get mad? Folks the country is broke right now,the last thing we want to do is cry like little helpless babies.THAT is not what an American does when somthing is broke. We look at the problem, gather up all the info, find a solution and execute a fix.
THAT is what Obama is all about. McCain and his entire party can't even admit that there even is a problem.
THAT is what Obama's change is about. McCain is absolutley clueless to the very definition. Bottom line folks, this country needs change and someone to wake those who are still clueless up.
Don't get mad. Get out and vote. So what that Obama is a Democrat. He is an American first and the best choice for the Presidency as of right now. I mean, REALLY ladies and gentlemen. Buck up and lift up your sleeves and lets get to work.

Rob   October 10th, 2008 2:56 pm ET

McCain is dis-honorable and a coward. It's outrageous that someone that has the 'ambition' to be POTUS has succumbed to this type of nonsense to seel himself for the position. Not only that he is dividing the country with hate. Who is the true patriot?

pegi ky   October 10th, 2008 2:56 pm ET

A few months ago I told a friend of mine that I was voting for Obama. Her reply was "My husband starts screaming at the t.v everytime they talk about Obama". Now I'm understanding the mind set of these people and its scary.

PA Independent   October 10th, 2008 2:56 pm ET

The far left has its share of loonies too, make no mistake. But the far right is just plain scary in their religious hate and fear of anything other than people just like themselves, and now the threats and sheer hatred McCain and Palin are encouraging at their so-called "rallies" is downright reckless. McCain and his advisors are playing a dangerous and disgusting game.

look deeper   October 10th, 2008 2:56 pm ET

Whya re you people so hateful to poeple you never met? yet you are so easly following Obama who has a proven record of going back on his word and doing things against our country?

Are you that desperate for something to change? You will cling to someone who promises the world yet doesn't do anything? This is how people like Hitler came to power (NO i do NOT think Obama is like hitler) I am saying that saying what people want to hear in bad times is an eaasy way to win. I would rather hear the truth hard or not.

DAVE   October 10th, 2008 2:56 pm ET

THE REPUBES Have no one to blame but themselves…This is not the first time they have screwed themselves… Roosevelt bailed us out the first time.. now Obama will.. If those horrible repubs threaten "KILL HIM" KILL HIM" like some do, they should be arrested for CONSPIRACY TO COMMIT MURDER .. OH, and those people are ALL THE GOOD CHRISTIANS lol lol what a joke..

STEVE   October 10th, 2008 2:56 pm ET

How .. so, the whole USA is for the GOP's only…Hummmm and what a desparate tone? mcshame and all his grumpy folks got to get over the new generation..NO WAY NO HOW NO MCSHAM.

Angela   October 10th, 2008 2:56 pm ET

It is getting ugly because god-fearing, patriotic, tax paying, non-government dependent, American-loving citizens are absolutely afraid of what Obama's and Biden's ignorance and ego will do to this country. Americans have worked to hard building this country to watch someone who worships with a racist (Wright) and asks a terrorist (Ayers) for advise tear it down just to serve his hidden socialist agenda. I'm ashamed to call you democrats my fellow citizens!

kjs   October 10th, 2008 2:56 pm ET

I think it is time to ask this question…Is McCain insane???

fixthebroken   October 10th, 2008 2:56 pm ET

Jeff, Texas,

Good for you. That is independent thinking. Excellent!

And if Obama and the Dems screw up, I will be voting for another party the next election.

I don't tote party line — I just know in my heart that Obama is the right pick this time.

kim,richmond,va   October 10th, 2008 2:56 pm ET

They are mad that Obama is in this position? But they are not mad at McSame vp choice, gas prices, bailout of the banks, or the economy. Those republicans belong with each other, they do not know their head from their behinds. You are in this position because if you lay down with dogs you will get up with fleas.

JOHN MCCAIN CONSPIRACY THEORIST??   October 10th, 2008 2:56 pm ET

Keep spreading that hate and getting your lynch mob all riled up John. We'll be over here trying to get our country back on track. Maybe taking a peek or two to see how much your campaign of fear and division helps our guy Obama out on the electoral map. Let Steve Schmidt's pitbull Palin keep on barking. Everytime she barks, we donate and organize.

jm   October 10th, 2008 2:56 pm ET

It;s about time we Republicans started showing some emotion and rage. I'm sick of the Demos constant barrage of attacks—I hope this is a voter backlash against the crooked politicians of all parties. It's time to revolt!

Peter   October 10th, 2008 2:56 pm ET

McCain and Palin would be smart not to stoke these emotional fires but to help extinguish them. Otherwise, they run the risk that some out-of-control nut case will do (or try to do) something really brash, really stupid. It takes only one.

Should something happen, God forbid, then this country will really see rage, rage like it hasn't seen it in many decades.

Deb   October 10th, 2008 2:55 pm ET

Some of these people sounded amazed and surprised that anyone but their candidate could be ahead. That is ridiculous…I think it is the other way around. With so much going on how can some Americans still want to have McSame and Palin elected?

INDIANA MAMA FOR OBAMA   October 10th, 2008 2:55 pm ET

I guess Mccain/Palin supporters are starting to show their true color……."Racist White" and it is not a flattering color………..

If for some reason Obama does not win the election trust me when I say you people will wish you were a different color………..

OBAMA/BIDEN 08

Sue from KC   October 10th, 2008 2:55 pm ET

CNN - do your job and report this accuratley - instead os your usual wishy washy - both sides are doing it crap. And for the love of God instead of showing mindlees women supporters of Palin =- talk about her politcal affiliations - in other words - earn your reputation as the #1 news source.

bon   October 10th, 2008 2:55 pm ET

There is no record in history of a socialist leading a country to greatness. If Obama wins the presidency the Obamabots will be in for a big surprise because taxes will increase and with Congress in the hands of his fellow leftists, untramelled spending will ensue.

Jerad   October 10th, 2008 2:55 pm ET

I love how Democrats, and left-leaning people in general, love to insult the intelligence of those who disagree with them. Us "idiots" simply refuse to fall in line and act like a zombie, that doesn't make us less intelligent. The guy is correct in calling Obama a socialist. He represents the very far-left element of the Democratic party. Extremists are equally dangerous on the left and right. Now, continue on, Obama parrots.

JACKIE   October 10th, 2008 2:55 pm ET

IT'S 8 YEARS OF THE REPUBLICAN PARTY THAT HAS PUT THIS COUNTRY IN THE CRAPPER!!

SHARON-MN   October 10th, 2008 2:55 pm ET

McCain-Palin need to control these hate crowds. How horrible that they stand and smile during these rants of hate. I can't believe that they are letting this happen. Wow. Not who I want in office. Anywhere.

leila   October 10th, 2008 2:55 pm ET

Do you think the democratic party Barack Obama should keep asking for campaign contribution even after the donations have reach replus amounts.? Will we see him spending everything he can or will he return the monies to the people whom are in such dier need

Marcia   October 10th, 2008 2:55 pm ET

This is happening because McCain-Palin strategy is to whip up the rage…a good example of the lack of faresight as to the likely consequences. This is a looming tragedy.

Rob Johnson   October 10th, 2008 2:55 pm ET

I hear Rush Limbaugh and other conservatives rant and rave about how "angry" and "hateful" liberals are, but I've never heard or seen anything like this at an Obama rally. The sound clip from the one guy raving about "hooligans" is one of the scariest things I've ever heard.

McCain wants to give Obama a hard time for Ayers, yet he condones this kind of hate.

was for mcssame   October 10th, 2008 2:55 pm ET

this guy is unbelieveable. he has spent to much time at the bowling alley and not enough time reading. we are in this mess because our citizens allowed themselves to be frightened by karl (marxx) rove. get a grip buddy or get out of the way.

Reagan   October 10th, 2008 2:55 pm ET

O'Bamas campaign is like watching the mafia take over this country, I never thought I would see this happen here.

It's sad and all I can say is thank God it will be over in 4 years should America sleep through what's happening right now.

My eyes widened after I saw how the Democrats pushed so hard for O'Bama over Hillary, so I had to find out why this was happening to her, and what I found out wasn't pretty. O'Bama, Pelosi, Dodd, Frank are the nastiest thing to ever hit this country.

maynard hopkins wi   October 10th, 2008 2:55 pm ET

Bob of Indianapolis In

It was not McCain who got us here ,,,, check the voting records and find out how out of touch you are with politics. this started with Jimmy
Carter… Then went on to Bill Clinton. Then the Bushes…..There have been many attempts to correct this problem but ther DEMOCRATS HAVE STOPPED THIS FROM HAPPENING.

Once again get your facts straight before you open your mouth. Its not just you who is doing this There are a lot of people who don't do their homework. LETS STOP THE BAD MOUTHING THERE IS ENOUGH BLAME TO GO AROUND TO BOTH PARTIES. NOW LET US MOVE FOREWARD AND STRAIGHTEN OUT THE PROBLEMS.

AJ from Houston, Texas   October 10th, 2008 2:55 pm ET

I wish McCain would MAN UP and denounce these comments. Problem is, he sold his soul to win this presidency and he's still losing. I suspect the reason he hasn't/won't address it is because if he does, that may quell the rage that they are counting on to get people out to the polls.

It's despicable.

FactCheck   October 10th, 2008 2:54 pm ET

The African American fellow in the audience is a very obvious plant. His name is James Harris and he hosts a radio talk show in the Midwest. I guess normal McCain supporters were not "ragey" enough so they had to call out for help.

Al, San Francisco, CA   October 10th, 2008 2:54 pm ET

That uneducated man is angry not because Gas price is high, wall street is tanking, unemployment is rising, home value is going down, companies are going bankrupt, dollar is sliding, America is becoming unpopular all over the world, …..

but because Obama is leading and Nancy Palosi is the speaker of the house. Some dumb guy.

Johnny   October 10th, 2008 2:54 pm ET

McCain rallies look like elections rallies of the third world.

My fellow American , we are better nation than that! We could all agree to disagree in a civilized manner. Democracy should be confused by the actions of an angry mob.

Jennifer NY   October 10th, 2008 2:54 pm ET

You certainly do need your heads examined if you can't figure out that McCain, Bush, Cheney, Phil Gramm and the Republicans are the ones who got us in this mess….wake up, man. McCain is an abject failure in instilling confidence in him - he changes his plans every day. He has turned into such a liar - you can't believe anything he says any more….he has sold his soul. He was such a pain in the neck during the economic crisis that they had to politely tell him to get out of town and go debate… Palin is illiterate and beyond power hungry-arrogant and just plain stupid-a total airhead. Senators Obama and Biden are the real deal - they are the steady hands we need.

Courtney   October 10th, 2008 2:54 pm ET

The McCain camp is race baiting. McCain and Palin is a miserable representation of America. We need someone with vision and who will lead us out of this economics crisis we are in. I have made up my mind, I am voting fot the Democratic Party…I can't vote for George McCain.. He is so close to the Bush, I now call him George MCCain.

Phantom of the Oprah   October 10th, 2008 2:54 pm ET

More bias from CNN- post this:

Obama is where he is because he is a dirty Chicago style politician.

He played the race card against the Clintons and members of hisown party. He used strong-arm tactics at caucus and he is guilty of fraud in registering his "new" democrats and in donations he accepted.

He stole and cheated his way into the nomination of the democratic party. Now millions are forced to vote for him simply because he is the candidate representing the big "D" on the ballot.

Even democrats are NOT happy with HOW Obama got here- the way he "won" the nomination.

Matt   October 10th, 2008 2:54 pm ET

Why are these people so "shocked" that Obama is winning?
We don't want 4 more years of George Bush.

CONSERVATIVE FOR OBAMA!

Luke   October 10th, 2008 2:54 pm ET

This is all the McCain campaign has left. Masked racism and xenophobia. If McCain wins, the sole reason for it was that he used despicable means and abandoned all honor to win the White House. "Rage" would be an appropriate term for my feelings when I think of what John McCain used to be, and what he has become. God have mercy on anyone dumb enough to vote for him.

Mark   October 10th, 2008 2:54 pm ET

Fear mongering is not going to work. Soon this will be all over. Sad commentary about people and what the worst that can be brought out by a campaign

Obama 08/12

Aileen   October 10th, 2008 2:54 pm ET

Im afraid for Mr Obama..these people HATE you…please be careful…God Bless!

Latina for Obama (nj)   October 10th, 2008 2:54 pm ET

Dont get mad….just get use to the fact that Barack Obama will be your President..lol

anthony   October 10th, 2008 2:54 pm ET

This is getting dangerous. Ever since around 2000, republicans have been getting down-right nasty. You used to be able to discuss politics and just agree to disagree. Now, it is actually intimidating. I'd like to know what started all this? Did the Clintons do something to them behind the scenes? There has to be a cause to all of this effect.

lynn   October 10th, 2008 2:54 pm ET

The MCCain campaign MUST put a stop to this before someone really gets hurt. The MC Cain-ies and the Palin-ies will be responsible if because of their inciteful rhetoric someone goes off the deep end and hurts someone. Where is the Secret Service? Why aren't they arresting these nuts?

Megan   October 10th, 2008 2:54 pm ET

"that" Obama. These people are scary. Do they really think McCain cares about them? If they werent' so angry I'd feel sorry for them. McCain and Palin really need to start telling people to "stop" with the hate rhetoric. Disagree, but be professional about it.

Dem in Nebr   October 10th, 2008 2:54 pm ET

I'm really getting scared of things I hear coming out of these rallies….I've seen some video of people talking to people outside the Pennsylvania and Ohio rallies and they're downright frightening! Sounds exactly like a lynch mob. All they need are their pitchforks. McCain & Palin need to put a stop to this! Is this the kind of people they want to attract? Are these the good "christian" people they claim to be? I don't think so.

Kevin in ND   October 10th, 2008 2:54 pm ET

George W. Bush = "The Decider"

John Sidney McCain = "The Divider"

Get your idiot supporters in line, McCain… or you'll have anarchy.

John McCain & Sarah Palin = Country Last.

Ken in Dallas   October 10th, 2008 2:54 pm ET

"Stunned that we're in this position."

Translation: "We've been promised one-party rule, and we now feel cheated because we're losing control."

Can we survive another four years of these people in control of our nation?

Enough!   October 10th, 2008 2:54 pm ET

Sensible people should turn their backs on this campaign. There is no place in the world for this hate and division. Do you want your children to grow up in this environoment? I don't.

Roadrunner   October 10th, 2008 2:54 pm ET

It is clear McCain has lost his grip on his campain. The RNC needs to step in and see who is running the show…and fix it

Theresa - Minneapolis   October 10th, 2008 2:54 pm ET

It's absolutely shameful how the Palin/McCain ticket is getting people fired up and angry toward Obama. This is incredibly irresponsible!

Independent   October 10th, 2008 2:54 pm ET

Viewing these rallies is very unsettling and the fact that McCain/Palin appear to support these rallies has sealed my decision.

Obama '08

Ken, Medford MA   October 10th, 2008 2:54 pm ET

Bush nationalizes investment companies, banks, and insurance companies and Obama's the soclialist? It appears that a little education on politacal systems might be needed. And you so called liberals personally tearing down others because of their views, you wouldn't know a socialist if they sat on your face and moaned i love you.

John   October 10th, 2008 2:54 pm ET

Well, these are probably wasted words…but…open your minds, folks! Some of the wealthiest democracies on earth have socialist governments–and higher standards of living and better health care than we Americans! You speak of socialism as if it is some kind of obscenity. It's not.

I'm not a socialist…just sayin'.

Take a look around, open your mind to different ways that are working all over the world. Holding on to facist Bush's agenda won't get us anywhere. We NEED change, so no point in raging against it.

Phantom of the Oprah   October 10th, 2008 2:54 pm ET

Obama is where he is because he is a dirty Chicago style politician.

He played the race card against the Clintons and members of hisown party. He used strong-arm tactics at caucus and he is guilty of fraud in registering his "new" democrats and in donations he accepted.

He stole and cheated his way into the nomination of the democratic party. Now millions are forced to vote for him simply because he is the candidate representing the big "D" on the ballot.

Even democrats are NOT happy with HOW Obama got here- the way he "won" the nomination.

Michae   October 10th, 2008 2:54 pm ET

The fact that they're stunned is the exact reason WHY they are in this position. They're so out of touch, that this is somehow a big surprise to the staunch conservative base.

ANGIE   October 10th, 2008 2:54 pm ET

Mccain supporters ARE SCARY PEOPLE! seems like they are radical

McCain+Palin=FEAR   October 10th, 2008 2:54 pm ET

Thank goodness these people represent a sliver of our population. How unfortunate for them, to live in fear, with hatred and intolerance.

ONE NATION: PRESIDENT BARACK OBAMA

Rocco   October 10th, 2008 2:54 pm ET

It is this very segment of people who supported Bush in 2 elections that we should all thank. Read the headlines in is over for the Republician right wing and please thank God for Obama.

Betty   October 10th, 2008 2:54 pm ET

Mr. Angry Ugly Mustard Pants needs to calm down and talk like a grownup.

"I'll listen to your point when you stop yelling at me"

Kammy   October 10th, 2008 2:54 pm ET

"I mean, everybody in this room is stunned that we're in this position,"

You're in this position because of a republican president and congress. Don't be so surprised. You got what you wanted and now the economy is a disaster, foreign policy is a disaster, moral in our country is a disaster, the disasters are too many to name. Someone has to come in and clean up now, and we sure can't count on the ones that made the mess in the first place.

James   October 10th, 2008 2:54 pm ET

This country is so divided. These angry people want to keep it that way. Why? Argh!!!

Anonymous   October 10th, 2008 2:54 pm ET

Of course there's rage. All you Obama supporters are blind and don't realize he's nothing but a socialist bent on his own radical agenda. If Obama goes into office it'll be a sad day in the history of our country.

Tara, Seattle   October 10th, 2008 2:53 pm ET

These people just need to ask themselves…"what would Jesus do….?"
If they think long and hard on that for a minute, it should calm them down.

KC   October 10th, 2008 2:53 pm ET

If these people stopped producing then who would pay for your handouts and subsidies? By the way, what's going to happen when Obama loses? Will there be riots? Tell me which is more dangerous…speaking or burning down neighborhoods? I'm mad too…..how is it no one cares that Obama is a liar and a cheat. No experience, no plan, no policy. Bad affiliations and relationships. Dangerous for our country, our troops our world. Nobama, ever.

D. H.   October 10th, 2008 2:53 pm ET

What's so new about Republicans taking on Rage. The democrats and especially on the blogs have bent Obama's whole campaign on Rage. The were so tacky about Palin attacking everything about her even before she could get out in the open. And people say they have had it with Gay bashing. I've had it with McCain/Palin bashing.

DB   October 10th, 2008 2:53 pm ET

Don't hate…appreciate and the come celebrate!!!!

Linda31   October 10th, 2008 2:53 pm ET

Is that a leader? I think not. A leader would show respect for his opponent while opposing his views not inciting people.

bruja   October 10th, 2008 2:53 pm ET

WHERE THE H…IS CAFFERTY?

anon   October 10th, 2008 2:53 pm ET

I wonder how much he got for making a fool out of himself…

btw, has anyone else noticed the simple sentence structure in McCains smear ads? They remind me of "See Spot run." I wonder if that has anything to do with the IQ of the target audience….

Lisa --   October 10th, 2008 2:53 pm ET

Why are they so mad? Because our country has fair and free elections? Because their candidate is so pathetic he can't win? Because they hitched their wagon to their free market gospel and which is now tanking the entire world economy? Because they can't get a rise out of the hard-working, level-headed people of this country with their garbage? Really … why are they so mad? This is how elections go. Somebody has to lose. And this time, it's their side. Case closed.

New Civil War has begun   October 10th, 2008 2:53 pm ET

Socialists? Yes, socialists.

Republicans need to start being Conservatives. You remember conservatives, right? That's who you pretended to be so we would vote for you.

Mark 3 Oct 08 on your calendar. It marks the date of the bailout. It also marks the date we as a nation made a huge wholesale lunge toward socialism. It also marks the day the second revolution began.

If you voted FOR the bailout, and you're up for reelection this election cycle, start packing your bags now. I'm even voting against my sitting Republican house member. If he can't remember that he was elected by Conservatives, then he needs to be replaced.

"I hold it, that a little rebellion, now and then, is a good thing, and as necessary in the political world as storms in the physical."
— Thomas Jefferson

CJ   October 10th, 2008 2:53 pm ET

These "Raging Supporters" are pre-screened and positioned at these rallies. Both parties do this, but I've never seen it done at this level before. Almost like dinner theater!

Anyway, this is most certainly staged "rage."

Los   October 10th, 2008 2:53 pm ET

McCain NEEDS to stop fanning the flames of hate. My sister lives in a very red state and I've begged her to take her Barack Obama bumper sticker off her car for her own safety.

Rick   October 10th, 2008 2:53 pm ET

Now they know how educated people felt during the last 2 elections.

Tom, KS   October 10th, 2008 2:53 pm ET

What more will it take to show the independents and undecideds that half of the people planning to vote for McCain are just plain Racist. Not to mention the fact that these are the same people responsible for putting W Bush in the White House… TWICE!

Please, Independents and Undecideds, side with the good guys and vote for change!

PLEASE!

PHIL-TEXAS   October 10th, 2008 2:53 pm ET

THERE IS SOMETHING FUNDAMENTALLY WRONG WITH THIS PICTURE. WHEN SOMEONE CAN GET SO WORKED UP THEY CAN HURT ANOTHER HUMAN BEING IT IS OK TO BE FOR YOUR MAN FOR PRESIDENT AND SUPPORT HIM BUT WHEN ALL THE TALK FROM THE CANDIDATE AND HIS PROXY INCITE PEOPLE TO VIOLENCE. THE COUNTRY IS IN BIG TROUBLE.

That one is Karl Marxs friend too   October 10th, 2008 2:53 pm ET

Obama is not the one. He is That one.

That one with all talk no action
That one that has shady relationships
That one that is inexperienced
That one that way off to the left
That one who cannot understand and tackle our problems
That one that wants socialism

We cannot have That One even in the senate anymore. Chicago needs you.

McCain has proven he will fight for me, with me.

David   October 10th, 2008 2:53 pm ET

Everyone now knows Obama is going to be leading this country.

That's why everyone with money is taking their money and running. Just the thought of Obama in the White House is destroying our economy.

Not4MoreYears   October 10th, 2008 2:53 pm ET

Hmmmm - hate-filled race-baiting rallies. Remind anyone of anything?

Jan Texas   October 10th, 2008 2:53 pm ET

It is time to call Congress. The McCain/Palin hate/fearmongering must stop. This is not good for our nation. We are in a crisis. We need leaders to be calm and intelligent.

These rallies look more like Hitler hate rallies. And, look what happened there.

This must stop. Americans need to pull together, not scapegoat.

Rose   October 10th, 2008 2:53 pm ET

Watching this very scene yesterday on TV made me very nervous!!! This is dangerous, and I hope McCain and Palin realize that the behavior they are stirring in people with their rhetorics is downright dangerous! I hope McCain/Palin have the integrity to demonstrate that rage is not the solution and can lead everyone back to a more civil tone in their rallies!!!!! Stop the rage!

Ronda   October 10th, 2008 2:53 pm ET

Shame on Palin, but my guess she is just reading what others are writing–so the real shame is on McCain. He will always be remembered for this disgusting campaign rather than his past work.

I find the whold McCain campaign disgusting, and to be truthful, frightening. They are stirring up mob mentality that may likely lead to mob-like violence.

If anything happens to a member of the media, Obama, Biden, etc., I will personally hold McCain responsible.

Great legacy Sen. McCain, you've managed to wipe out decades of service in just a few short weeks. You deserved to lie in the bed you've made.

GreenPea   October 10th, 2008 2:53 pm ET

Tsk, Tsk, Tsk … When reason goes flying out the door, what do you have — Angry Republicans!!!!

I'm PROUD of my candidate, are YOU?!!!

Go Obama/Biden )08/12 ;-)

Saturin   October 10th, 2008 2:53 pm ET

For a long time blacks supported the republican party, it is a shame to see the way some McCain supporters are acting, for that I am jumping on the Change express, this is big so big they can not deal with it, wakeup folks this is 2008.

Obama for me   October 10th, 2008 2:53 pm ET

Calm down Republicans. Barack will take care of all of us!
He can't possibly be worse than Bush.
I think some of you need to look inside yourselves and try to see what you are really mad about. Is it possibly that a black man will be in charge?
McCain you need to take control of your party before they act out on their rage.
Obama/Biden 08/12

Robert Webster   October 10th, 2008 2:53 pm ET

America is in trouble and this desperate old man is not helping. People should be enraged that this guy's devisiveness is a subtle as a Viagra commercial.

sandy   October 10th, 2008 2:52 pm ET

This is getting out of hand. I cannot believe the RNC does not step in and stop this nonsense. Evidently they agree it's OK to slander a man,put him in grave danger etc. to win. I as an American have had enough. STOP THIS NOW!!

Iowa Obama   October 10th, 2008 2:52 pm ET

HA HA HA HA HA HA HA HA HA HA HA HA!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

OBARAMA BABY!!! OBAMA SWEEPING EVERY STATE BY STORM!!!
WATCH THIS SITE ON NOVEMBER 5TH!!!!!!!!!!!!

OBAMA/BIDEN 2008 AND OBAMA/BIDEN 2012!!!
LOL!!!!!!!! I SAID LAUGHING OUT LOUD!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Chuck   October 10th, 2008 2:52 pm ET

Call is what it really is. RACISM With this kind of "rage" I only fear for Senator Obama's safety. The Republican party along with the two new "women" mouthpieces running the show, Palin and Cindy McCain are inciting this rage by their constant negative comments. I hope the rest of the country sees this for what it is.

norma   October 10th, 2008 2:52 pm ET

It's time the McCain/Palin campaign stop spreading hate. We are one country, one people. McCain/Palin are where they are because of "HATE"; they've spent their time espousing hate and have lost sight of what's really happening around us. Gov. Palin does not have a clue as to what's happening or how suggestions to make it better.
We need leadership, strong leadership and neither Sen. McCain or Gov. Palin ahs show that. What they've shown "HATE", we are tired of that. No more, no more!!!!!

Thanh   October 10th, 2008 2:52 pm ET

McCain the socialist? Are you joking? At least he's not proposing universal health care to take care of lazy fat slobs who've never heard of a healthy diet and exercise.

Josh Maloney, Oakland, CA   October 10th, 2008 2:52 pm ET

Now they know how many people felt in 2000 when Bush stole the election. Get over it.

no more hanging chads   October 10th, 2008 2:52 pm ET

I am just SO ASHAMED at the incivility!!! And McCain and Palin condone it — which is even worse!!

God help us!!

Hammer   October 10th, 2008 2:52 pm ET

It's a mad mad mad Republician world, that's not neccessary a bad thing and we as democrats can help them out a lot. The way I see it is, we have suffer though 8 years of Bush/Chaney and when we finally go mad, we gave birth to a Obama/Clinton race. Now, my advice for the republician is give yourselves 71/2 years to work through that anger and after that maybe you will give birth to a Palin/Rice race.

On by the way, good luck with that….

My Border Collie is Smarter than Palin   October 10th, 2008 2:52 pm ET

This is truly frightening. Republicans raging at the machine that they created. Open your eyes people! You are mad because you are LOSING!! McCain has no hope left so he is trying to pull a straws. Look out McCain the wind is blowing!

President Elect Barack Obama, thank you for taking the high road and being a human and not a pack of angry (and old) pitbulls.

Nate in Kansas City, MO   October 10th, 2008 2:52 pm ET

This is really getting scary. McCain needs to cool his party down.

Obama supporter in New Jersey   October 10th, 2008 2:52 pm ET

what's really upsetting is that this Bozo and his company have the unmidigating gall to think that 'THAT ONE' doesn't deserve to be positioned to win the white house. The tone I'm hearingis that he feels that how did THEY slip up and ALLOW this to happen….like the OVAL office was promised to McSHAME or wasn't promised to an African American. Say what you want….but there is some racebaiting going on and it's very ugly.

Mark   October 10th, 2008 2:52 pm ET

These people have had their 8 years. They're ignorant and hateful. Do they honestly believe the world will come to an end and evil will defeat good if a black man sits in the oval office as President of the United States?

Diing   October 10th, 2008 2:52 pm ET

Why are these guys freaking out? Republicans have been running the country for the last 8 years. Am i missing?. McCain ought to stop these idiots or it will backfire in his face

LS   October 10th, 2008 2:52 pm ET

I think the press should refuse to give this campaign anymore press if they're going to do this when our country is in crises. You are giving them a stage. If it's not NEW, which none of this constant Ayres b.s. is, then don't report it.

BT   October 10th, 2008 2:52 pm ET

McCain can't seem to help himself and neither can his blinded followers. They do NOT want to see the lies spewed from McCain and Palin and all they see is the color of Obama's skin.
Why didn't this man ask why McCain continued to cry "DEREGULATION" right up until this mess started? Get it together America! We cannot tolerate this racism any longer.
God save our country from these lunatics that breed hatred.

Jeff   October 10th, 2008 2:52 pm ET

Wow, people are getting really crazy. Somebody needs to keep an eye on people like him.

CLINTON   October 10th, 2008 2:51 pm ET

YOU ALL HAVE TO GET SOMETHING, WHOEVER WINS THERE WON'T BE MUCH DIFFERENCE BECAUSE THE ECONOMY ALREADY SUFFERED A DESCEND AND THERE'S NOTHING OBAMA/MCBUSH COULD DO, OR ANYONE, THE ONLY THING LEFT TO DO IS TO SAVE WHAT'S LEFT WHICH ANY OF THEM CAN DO

Missy   October 10th, 2008 2:51 pm ET

I know it's been said already. John McCain and Sarah Palin have an obligation to stop this. Firstly because they caused it. In every speech where this kind of rhetoric happens, they need to tell the angry mob it's unacceptable. Whether or not one wants to vote for Barack Obama, it must be noted that he has children and it's irresponsible, to put it mildly, for McCain to encourage this kind of anger. I'm so disgusted by this. Enough really is enough. I wish there were some legal way to hold him accountable for inciting this kind of thing.

FromTampa   October 10th, 2008 2:51 pm ET

These people are inbreeds. What they should be asking is: "Senator McCain, what are you going to do to bring jobs back the USA?" Don't you think China, India and Mexico have made enough money?

Carol   October 10th, 2008 2:51 pm ET

I would be willing to bet… the "raging people" are planted by his people….. it takes the heat off McCain and puts ideas in peoples head.. this could be a very dangerous tactic.

Nero   October 10th, 2008 2:51 pm ET

Unfortunately McCain Palin is encouraging this hate by their lies. They ought to be ashamed of themselves. McCain Palin need to start telling the truth and apologize for the lies that are causing such hate. McCain used to be the type of person that would correct these misguided people, now he's the mis-tour-guide!

tulsa   October 10th, 2008 2:51 pm ET

I saw this last night on cnn I really want to know who that black guy was. I'm hoping an actor other wise to listening to him beg was down right sicking.

Donna Mississippi   October 10th, 2008 2:51 pm ET

What a disgrace that people will publicly come on TV and talk so much trash. It is like a spoiled brat who can't get there way, I watch this and say so much for MCCin and his theory for what it means to be an american just look at them. This is what our america has come to. I hopre we don't have another War on our hands over these foolish people. OBAMA continue to speak on peace and change I am with you!!!!!!

An independent   October 10th, 2008 2:51 pm ET

It would be to much to ask that he hold the people who got him in this position accountable.

JL   October 10th, 2008 2:51 pm ET

Wow. I guess that's one way of "energizing the base". Palin has been able to bring out the worse in their supporters.

The McCain campaign is behaving in a very non-christian manner.

Andy J, NY   October 10th, 2008 2:51 pm ET

HERE HERE

This guy didn't say just Democrats- He is talking about ALL POLITICIANS, especially the super socialist lefties in the democratic party.

ALL of our politicians are taking us down the socialist path, and WE ARE MAD AS H3LL!!!

This guy wants someone who is on the side of HARD WORKING, HONEST Americans - not special interest groups and people crying about how they have been victimized and are looking for a hand out.

MD in GA   October 10th, 2008 2:51 pm ET

Sad to see that such rage and hatred still exists in the US. Most of us rational people really wanted to believe we were getting better. I guess not.

rafael   October 10th, 2008 2:51 pm ET

please can somebody here tell me why most Republican
look old/mad and racist????
when you see the Obama picture all the peoples look happy/young and
really happy to be around Obama.

Brock Landers   October 10th, 2008 2:51 pm ET

8 YEARS OF REPUBLICAN RULE BROUGHT THIS COUNTRY TO ITS KNEES. THAT IDIOT SHOULD THINK ABOUT WHO HE SHOULD BE MAD AT.
I WATCHED THIS WHEN IT WAS ORIGINALLY BROADCAST AND I FOUND IT DISTURBING THAT MCCAIN-PALIN ARE ACQUIESCING TO INCREASINGLY RADICAL AND VIOLENT OPINIONS.
IF VIOLENCE BREAKS OUT WE HAVE THE WHOLE HARD RIGHT MEDIA APPARATUS TO BLAME

Scott   October 10th, 2008 2:51 pm ET

These ANGRY people are ignorant and blind…They clearly are unable to think and see that mrs Palin would be one heartbeat away from the presidency. These people at McCain rallies do NOT signify America and their anger and level of despiration are "in tune" with the current republican party. WAKE UP!!!

mark wadlington   October 10th, 2008 2:51 pm ET

give me a break… you guys are the biggest suckers
if these two people aren't plants, especially the 'uncle Tom', i don't know what it. please!

Joe   October 10th, 2008 2:50 pm ET

Shame on mccain.. someone please stop the hatred! I used to admire McCain, where's the man who ran in 2000???
This is awful and as a former Republican, I am disappointed and sad

Mr. Eko   October 10th, 2008 2:50 pm ET

McCain and Palin set the tone for their supporters - if they are spewing hateful, racist, or xenophobic bile at their rallies, then the blame lies squarely on McCain and Palin.

Right now, they have resorted to the absolute worst in people - fear, prejudice, anger. It's despicable!

This is McCain's civil campaign????

New Mexico   October 10th, 2008 2:50 pm ET

Take your seat. The whole world is wondering how, after 8 years of Bush, there is anyone left wanting 4 more with McCain. We've felt this rage for the last 8 years.
And speaking as a woman, these republican candidates would criminalize what I would do with my body, if I were to ever become pregnant by rape or incest. No way, No how, NO McCain.

I think that guy needs his head examined; he is grossly out of touch.

Peachy Keen   October 10th, 2008 2:50 pm ET

Frankly, there are laws which govern this type of group events and those that host them. 'Inciting to riot' are very serious offenses and obviously, McCain and Palin will stop at nothing to get their base worked up.

If these two people don't have the ethics to tone it down, then law enforcement should step in and remove them from the stage.

Molly KC   October 10th, 2008 2:50 pm ET

This is getting bad! Why aren't members of the Secret Service arresting the people at these rallies that are calling for Obama to be killed? How much more of a clear cut threat do you need. By the way FOX news poll shows Obama up by 7.

David Goldman for OBAMA   October 10th, 2008 2:50 pm ET

IS ALL YOU HAVE TO OFFER IS HATE,

YOU GET THE RESULTS WE HAVE.

Bush over Mccain!   October 10th, 2008 2:50 pm ET

YEEHAW…..IDIOTS!! Mccain is pandering to idiots, luckily America is more educated than he thinks.

IDU   October 10th, 2008 2:50 pm ET

Is it me or does these right wing nuts are radical themselves?

Mark, Cleveland Ohio   October 10th, 2008 2:50 pm ET

"It's not the economy"?..Is he insane?

kalkrish   October 10th, 2008 2:50 pm ET

come on, speaking about economy obama is hiding his radical ties and friends and he will be dangerous.

Brian   October 10th, 2008 2:50 pm ET

They're angry because McCain is tanking, and they're surprised it's a young black man who's winning. How unfortunate.

Fortunately for us, these are the same people who are in the 25% approval rating for George W. Bush. They're angry that the country isn't in the back pocket of the extreme right wing anymore and they haven't gotten used to it yet. They'll get over it though and eventually realize that McCain is losing because he refuses to take on the issues and would rather roll around in old dirt that Hillary Clinton dug up this spring.

Obama for president.

Larry   October 10th, 2008 2:50 pm ET

How do they think most sane Americans have felt for the past eight years?

Debbie   October 10th, 2008 2:50 pm ET

First we had Bush, the "unificaterer". Whatever happened to the principled John McCain, American hero?

Canadian POV   October 10th, 2008 2:49 pm ET

This man represents that sliver of US societyt that was best served by the corruption of the last eight years. Bush/Cheney have fundamentally changed your country, abused the Constitution and outright lied to you. Its the Ideology, stupid!

Shau   October 10th, 2008 2:49 pm ET

McCain stand up because he just knocked you down. No leggs to stand on now buddy. Ask Palin for her high heels. She don't need them anymore.

Jeff, Texas   October 10th, 2008 2:49 pm ET

This here is one ashamed registered Republican!

My party has let me down and humiliated me! I have made my mind up, and will be "putting country first" this year.. i will vote democratic for the first time in my life!

michael   October 10th, 2008 2:49 pm ET

McCain you had better step in here or for sure their will be blood on your hands..your gatherings are getting way out of hand..this outright rage is dangerous and you had better stop feeding it with oyur lies and hatred

Concerned   October 10th, 2008 2:48 pm ET

This is amazing!!!!!! McCain has created a monster with his lies!!!! Now he has to suffer for them!!!

Chris in PA   October 10th, 2008 2:48 pm ET

google "make believe maverick" then lets discuss character and judgment

I Invented the McMuffin... and fire   October 10th, 2008 2:48 pm ET

I'm sure at least one person in the crowd has a "who farted" hat on… anyone care to bet? :)

H Jay From NYC   October 10th, 2008 2:48 pm ET

I bet that McCain supporter really wanted to say "I can't believe you are losing to a "N"

Barbara   October 10th, 2008 2:48 pm ET

I have to believe that we are better than this. Shame of McCain/Palin. We need to tell them to stop — ENOUGH.

NUNNYA   October 10th, 2008 2:48 pm ET

AFTER 8 YEARS OF BUSH , DID THESE PEOPLE THINK A RETHUGLICAN HAD A CHANCE.

Republican Voting OBAMA   October 10th, 2008 2:47 pm ET

They need to take their anger out on the party that is in control and they will be able to come to their senses and see what we are about to witness history in this country and they will the only standing on the sideline looking in.

Obama/Biden 08/12

Laverne   October 10th, 2008 2:47 pm ET

Obama is where he is cause people like you sir continue to underestimate him and underestimate how sick and tired Americans are of the way things are going. We are ready for CHANGE and there is nothing you can do about it!

KJ, GA   October 10th, 2008 2:47 pm ET

This is rather unsettling. It almost seems as though they are terrified of someone 'different' than them leading the country and making decisions for them. There's an underlying hostility and racism apparent…it's just sad.

People need to get a grip, get over themselves and realize Obama is best for the country!

Maddie, Hartford, Ct.   October 10th, 2008 2:47 pm ET

"Stunned that we're in this position."
And what position might that be? Under Republican administration this country is in the worst economic slump it has been in many decades. We are still at war after six years ( Oh, I forgot mission was accomplished) and we have lost over 4,000 precious lives. And he's complaining because Barack Obama is ahead in the polls? He certainly doesn't appear to have lost his appetite.

Rara111   October 10th, 2008 2:47 pm ET

Surprise, surprise! McSame/Palin can't win on the issues so now they resort to intentionally rowsing these nasty, racist followers. We want to know about the economy…nothing else matters.

Obama/Biden '08

bear   October 10th, 2008 2:47 pm ET

All Muslim must vote for Obama and give him money.

Ted   October 10th, 2008 2:47 pm ET

Don't get angry, get hope. Join the winning team.

Jay   October 10th, 2008 2:47 pm ET

I Love it, The Republican Party falling apart right in front of us!!

I Invented the McMuffin... and fire   October 10th, 2008 2:47 pm ET

Let the ultra-right wingers rage… who cares? Certainly not I.
More of this entertaining idiocy should be televised for all to see. I especially love all of the comments shouted in the background at these moron-a-thons.

Bush over Mccain!   October 10th, 2008 2:46 pm ET

Can his hate filled rallies get any scarier, he is becoming a terrorist himself with the hate mongering he is spreading, what dispicable vile sorry excuse of a human being. What a waste, what a marrooooon!

Mary   October 10th, 2008 2:46 pm ET

Talk to the people telll them that you don't have a clue McCain. It is plain and simple. Now the next move is what are you doing to do now that the Democrats are asking for another stimulus package inwhich Obama said we need. Get you head in gear and sleep on that McSane/Palin.

Can't stand the heat so get out of the dm kitchen.

Seth in Jacksonville, FL   October 10th, 2008 2:46 pm ET

Look at all the white faces at McCain/Palin rallies. Not a speck of racial diversity. The Republican party does not represent modern America.

Suzie   October 10th, 2008 2:46 pm ET

It is not "the socialists" taking over your country, it's called democracy, and may the best man win.

Lisa   October 10th, 2008 2:46 pm ET

How much Did Karl Rove pay these mad citizens to show up at these rallies. There they go again thinking people are fallling for all these displays, come on John McCain, where is the honorable man you use to be?

Cal in Houston   October 10th, 2008 2:46 pm ET

Come on guys, we are all still Americans, first and foremost. McCain and Palin really need to get people calmed down because many of their supporters are starting to cross the line: yelling out, "kill him," and "off with his head" when talking about Obama. The Republicans really need to start thinking about the irreparable damage that will occur if they continue down this path.

Jerry in Boston   October 10th, 2008 2:46 pm ET

You're angry? Cry me a river.

This is how the rest of us have felt for the last 8 years as your neo-Conservative nut-job heros stripped us of our constitutional rights, invaded our privacy and trashed our reputation abroad, to name but a few of their crimes.

You can wail and scream all you like, you're just getting your just deserts.

naomi   October 10th, 2008 2:45 pm ET

My generation wants better than this. It's time this nation was ruled by something other than fear/ignorance/arrogance.
Obama-Biden 08′,12′

Katerina Ivanovna   October 10th, 2008 2:44 pm ET

I'm wondering how Palin got to where she's at.

Mccain is dumber than Bush   October 10th, 2008 2:44 pm ET

My god I pray these idiots stop reproducing! Look at that old hag without a common sense clue in the world, someone should tell him to go home and figure out how to work the vcr and let the educated take care of our country!

Bob Indianapolis IN   October 10th, 2008 2:44 pm ET

THE SOCIALISTS?

Dude, be for REAL! The Reptilicans are the ones who got you here. Did you vote for Bush in 2004? Hank Paulson used to work for Goldman Sachs and pushed the bailout of YOUR TAX DOLLARS for Wall Street.

Your pal McSame has 177 lobbyists on his campaign! You've been watching Way too much Fox News!!!!

Latina for Obama (nj)   October 10th, 2008 2:44 pm ET

Of course…MCCAIN IS DONE!!!!

"THAT ONE" will be the next President Of the United States of America.

fixthebroken   October 10th, 2008 2:44 pm ET

This is just grand.

McCain = Country Divided First!

*sigh*

mama4obama   October 10th, 2008 2:44 pm ET

How embarrasing that this guy lives in the same area as I do. Someone—-quick—take him to a padded room.

Georgia Gal   October 10th, 2008 2:43 pm ET

And one of those socialists is John McCain.

Jim D   October 10th, 2008 2:43 pm ET

SO what, in the grand scheme of things? McCain pandering to the conservative nuts who are already voting for him and not Obama makes no difference. If he does what this idiot suggests, McCain loses more of the awing voters than he already has, making the situation worse.

That's the problem with idiots - they can't see the obvious and are blinded by their own stupidity.