McCain needs to take a good long look at what he's doing. He's encouraging all this mess with his "pitbull" VP up to her winking eyes in hate and racism.

If someone shoots and kills Obama a good deal of the blame will land at the feet of McCain and Palin for inciting all this mess.

Why in the world would Sen. Obama repudiate the TRUTH that Rep. John Lewis has stated.

What McCain and Palin need to do is apology to Sen. Obama and ALL of the America people for their hate-filled remarks and for wasting time in this election, turning the page from the economy, and turning to their old stale and dirty politics of fear, hatred, and division !

McCain-Palin's campaign is in the toilet. The question now is how will they exit – as someone who tried to focus on the economic wows with real solutions, or as someone who spent all of their time in negativity and divisions. I wonder which one will they choose.

I truly hope everyone will turn the page on this old dirty stale politics, and choose a better path. It's time for the American people to get it right and NOT vote for McCain-Palin, instead vote for change. It's time for this country to turn the page and seek a new and better future for ourselves and our children.It's time for REAL change in Washington, it's time to elect Barack Obama for president !

Obama-Biden are the wiser and stronger team to solve the crucial challenges we have in this nation and abroad !

The republican party has failed with Bush/McCain. Now McCain/Palin and they have added Cindy to the mix are just trying to add hatered and division to the already angry and hurting American people. Please McCain go to your retirement while people still think kindly of you.

Actually leaders of the KKK have stated they want Obama to win, their numbers have gone down because more people are tolerant or don't care about color these days, and the KKK thinks Obama and people upset with the direction of the nation will increase their numbers. Obviously, they don't have to wait that long with McCain/Palin inciting hatred wherever they can.

It's a dangerous thing, this inciting of hatred… only days before JFK was shot, a "Treason" ad with JFK's picture and his "treasonous" acts ran in a Dallas newspaper…

This is 2008 NOT 1960. Time to turn the page and look for a better tomorrow.. America are you ready? The whole world is watching us how we conduct ourselves.

to many people believe that in todays' society, blacks, whites or all america will stand for this non-sense. slavery days are over and the Karl Rove fear tactics want work this time. My only comment is to tell folks that when, not if this thing finally blow, be prepared to defend yourself and stand up for what is right. According to mulitple news sources, the economy crisis were caused by lending to blacks and minorities (what ever). Bottom line McCain, if this thing turns into a war, we will have you and your pitbull soccermom to thank. remember George Wallace sicked the dogs on blacks (us), this time it will be diffrent.

Obama has to say NOTHING! The McCain campaign has become an incredible cesspool.

McCain and Caribou Barbie have been telling lies and inciting hatred because they don't have anything substantive to talk about. The Republican crowds can protest all they want that they're not covert racists but everyone knows the truth.

Not only should Sen Obama not repudiate Rep Lewis (A man whose opinions McCain says he respects), But more people need to point out McCain has no clothes and Palin is far too stupid to have any authority in America. ( Even dumber than W ).

I am concerned for the safety of Sen Obama, if anything that happens it will be completely Sen McCain and Palins fault.

I'm saying No to 4 more years of the most horrible and criminal administration in history

Noble Americans, let us work to mitigate the risks possed by McCain/Palin by voting Obama/Biden which represents the new face of America. We need to resolve the our economic issues at home and reclaim our respective and leadersship in the world. Let us stop McCain now and prevent him from crashing this nation just as he crashed 3 US jets as a pilot

Does it matter who said what now?
I could not stand sending Hillary Clinton back to the White House and neither can I see a Democrat in the White House to help a Dem-controlled Congress drag us into more trouble after the 700-billion bailout.
I am with President George Washington. Partisan politics is no good.

The McCain & Palin campaign should look in a mirror first!

What John McCain and Palin
are doing is more detrimental than a "blatant" racist. It
is beyond disturbing and it is beyond belief that a person who is
running for the President of the United States could be so divisive. He is purposely feeding into racism and prejudice. It has been a sad and frightening week to watch as McCain and Palin fuel the flames of racism in our country. Our beautifully DIVERSE country!

When Barack Obama is elected President of the United States it will be an incredible day! We can celebrate unity and diversity. Barack Obama has given his all to get to this point and I know that he will give his all to us as the President. I can not wait to celebrate!

Our children are experiencing this historical moment and it is only the beginning. Barack has broken down barriers and It has not been easy but he has faced it with dignity and determination. Before Barack there were many more African Americans who whittled away at these barriers to allow him to break through. It has been such a long journey. I am thankful to each and every person who struggled but kept pushing forward.

Barack Obama is intelligent, level headed and has all of our best interest at heart. He will be our next President!

Thank you Barack and Michelle Obama!

Impeach McShame's smart mouthed, eye candy power abuser now!!! She is the pig in lipstick who is inciting the mobs!

John McCain is a very pathetic and desparate man. All I hear is the rhetoric that he hides behind and all I see is an egotist trying to attain the top postion of the presidency any way he can.

The only people that need to apologize are John McCain and Sarah Palin. They have done nothing but spew fear, hatred and division when this counrty desparately needs to be pulling together. We don't need a bully and his parrot running this great country further into the ground. We need a leader.
Obama 08

Please, please, please, John McCain cry me a river!

Anonymous said…
On Daily Kos, an interesting article about the building of the Palin's house, and how it coincided with the building of the super new sports complex, and how Todd Palin says he built it with the help of some friends!!!
Hope we have some investigative reporters out there who could do some follow up, do you have any Alaskan bloggers?

i am have been writing to Republican senators and congreeman that McCain and Palin sound like KKK cheer leaders. They are disgusting. Palin is clearly a cessionist and traitor. She should be prosecuted for treason

this whole thing is just plain stupid….sadly, there are lot of folks buying into it. Of course it is dangerous what the campaign is doing, most of all Palin. Only ignorance and arrogance can do that. Igniting the base feelings of a mob is bound to create disaster…do they know what they are doing or are they that ignorant? In terms of Palin whatever she advocates and stands for is just empty rethoric. I am a working mother of 2 healthy children…for her to be pro life and not being at home with them is not pro family, opposite. It is ruthless self-importance.

I voted early for OBAMA. Everytime Mc Cain/Palin is on T.V. I change the channel. Have we forgot this is THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA year 2008 not the 1960.

McCain has always been a feisty dude and he is doing the best he can with a terrible political party that has no hope of winning after what Bush has done. I believe that we will start to see a more graceful side to McCain as the election date draws near and, after seeing he has no chance, he will be doing what he can to at least make the Republican brand palatable for the future. I still can't help but respect a guy who, when offered release from a Vietnamese prison camp, refused unless his fellow prisoners could go with him. Don't get me wrong, however. I wouldn't vote for the guy, but I do admire what he has achieved in his life.

Be careful Ridegway…your mullet is hanging awfully low, and you're looking a bit red about the neck.

If you don't think the so-called Bradley Effect isn't alive – just look at the McCain rally with all those angry people. That's the Bradley Effect unfolding right before your eyes. Add that to the 18 million Hillary supporters who Obama raised his middle finger to and see how many return the gesture on election day. Yep, that's what I call Rock The Vote.

Forget it McCain … you and Hateful Barbie have sown the seeds. Now you think all you have to say is "don't be scared of Obama"? Not only are you using racism to try win an election … you ARE INCITING FEAR IN UNITED STATES CITIZENS … isn't THAT terrorism?????? Domestic terrorism?????

I watched the one lady in the red shirt who said Obama was an Arab. She was truly scared. She believed in what you told her to, "Who is Barack Obama?" "He pals around with terrorists." She believed you and now she is scared. Are you happy now?

You are a disgrace!

Obama/Biden 08-12

As a white American, I can only say that Rep. Lewis did not say anything that was not true. The McCain-Palin ticket for the last two weeks have been stoking the crowd to make these vile and down right threatening statements. After watching some of their townhall rallies I thought I was watching a Ku Klux Klan or Skin head rally instead of a Presidental rally. If anything happens to Senator Obama, John McCain has a lot to answer.

@ Ridgeway – You can tell a lot a bout a man based on the comments he is willing to attach to himself in a public forum. "Shock of shocks a black guy supporting Obama." I wonder if you even see the irony in your own statement. I hope you're able to step outside your little box one day and see that the world truly is a big, wonderful and diverse place.

The Obama was right to repudiate the comparison to Wallace and the 60's, but the statements by Lewis are not wrong. It is sad state of affairs when a politician is being begged by his supporters to attack a man not on his policies, but on surface issues never fully researched, but brought to the forefront as if they were cold hard facts. I'm sorry, but some of these people are finding it hard to hide their hoods.

Obama/Biden '08

I respected McCain in the past. I am ashamed that I ever wanted to vote for him. He has turned the Republican Party into a hate group. I have voted Republican all my life. I can never again.

McCain is the candidate and therefore, responsible for his campaign. Who is giving these hatemonkers the microphone and putting them in the position of doing introductions? McCain and his people that's who.

And this Palin evil-doer…the hockey moms and the women who have spewed that "she's just like me" or "one of us" – that scares me if it's true. So many with so much hate inside.

I pray for our country and it's survival through this and for Senator Obama's safety. A good man trying to honor his country by doing good.

Hatred begets Hatred.

Everyone needs to take a deep breath and think pleasant thoughts to soothe their emotions at this point. We will each have a chance to vote very soon, and our voices will be heard in this great democracy we love.

P.S. I'm a white person in KY voting for Obama.

With the rhetoric of the McCain campaign…..especially Palin's hateful and snarkey comments….what do they expect? Of course the lunatic fringe comes out and it's fueled by the inuendo and outright comments of both the candidates…..especially Palin who relishes her job as being the attack dog for the campaign.

We know John McCain fought for this country honorable. Let’s be very clear, he is rewarded immensely for his service. I don’t know what else he wants from this country? There are very less fortunate veterans virtually from all the wars this country fought. The homeless veterans do not complain that they are not presidents, they complain because their country reneged on its promise to them.

Representative Lewis was at Selma. He is simply calling out McCain/Felon and comparing what he sees now with what he saw then. The truth hurts, and if McCain/Felon cannot see it – then shame on them. Of course they see it – of course they know they have gone too far – thats why McCain is pulling back on the hate speech.

Should Obama repudiate Lewis for speaking his opinion? – NO – Obama has nothing to do with it

I can't wait to see the newest installment of McCain's 'I'm a POW Hizzy Fit' to run away from another problem he created.

What kind(s) of medication is McCain on?

Are you serious okay, now my opinion, McCain is getting senile!!!!!! nothing makes sense that comes out of his mouth SCARY

silly…you can dish it but can't take it ??

McCain
isn't
Able

Good going Mr. Lewis!

These guys have no shame.

Racism still exist. It is in the hearts and mind of many. But we need change. Barack Obama as president will give a new face worldwide of America. Electing him as President can be a dose of medicine throughout the United States that will minimize the effects of racism. It is not surprising that the sixpackers showed up shouting racist remarks.

Message from the Alien world…Palin will never be welcomed by any country outside of the USA

Representative John Lewis told the truth. The people at the McCain/Plain campaign events have begun to behave as if they were at KKK rallies. The McCain/Pain rallies have become Obama hatefests. Genetically, Obama is just has much White as he is Black. Some of the people who "fear" or hate him the most will benefit much more from an Obama presidency that they would a McCain presidency. Forget about race, think about your economic interest.

CNN

I no longer feel safe with John McCain in the United States. The Klan sees him as their new leader and it would be a shame that a vote for McCain is a vote for the Klan.

How do we as concerned citizens have McCain arrested?

Thank you in advance!

From the state that brought us Cynthia McKinney comes John Lewis another mental midget. The guy is barely articulate and remains stuck in the 60's. He's a racist of the highest order and I am disappointed McCain would pander to him. I don't know what McCain expected. If you lay down with dogs you get fleas. Shock of shocks a Black guy supporting Obama.

Deal with it McKKKain– you and your dimwitted pit bull in lipstick have riled up the your followers into a dangerous frenzy by feeding their racist fears.

Rep Lewis was 100% right to call you on it.

This is good. This is really good. It's like purging out the remaining ills within our society. Boil up the scum and scrape it off the top. The Dixiecrats have emerged, their children have embraced a better day, and a healthier mindset and it ills them that they've chosen a better value system. The McCain/Palin ticket have forced them out of hiding. They yell insults such as 'terrorists' and 'socialist'. They invoke fear in the hearts of others and use threats to express their own fears. They say things like 'he's Muslim, 'he's Arab', 'that one', and 'I'm angry that 'That Obama' has gotten where he is'. The faux Republicans are horribly fearful of what's to come, not realizing that they fear their own shadows. We knew you were hiding inside the Republican Party, posing as Christians. When this is over, in about a year, we will be on our way to a better America. You will be left behind.

Racism is alive and well. I believe mccain/palin is trying to incite a riot. However, Obama/Biden will win in landslide.

I continue to hear mccain/palin talk about everything, but the issues that face America. I believe that they do not have any idea to help America. I heard palin say today, "they will clean up our trillion dollars of debt in their first term."

I do not care to hear anything that she speaks about. I also believe that she continues to ask the question, "who is Barrack Obama?" I really would like to know who is "Sarah Palin." I need her to go back to Alaska and look for Russia from her house and give Monegan his job back. Oh!!!!!! please take the first dude with you.

See McCain, see what you started. If only you had run an honest campaign, none of this would have happened.

Wallace came around and admitted he was racist, McCain has yet to do so.

OH POOR BABY MCCAIN>……its OK for you to slam Obama but NOT ok for others….you two-faced angry old man, go hide your face in shame somewhere !!!!!

John McCain has for years talked about how much he respects John Lewis and the things he has done. He has cited Lewis's name during this campaign as a man he counts as a friend. John Lewis has been through the wars in this country. He has been on the receiving end of violence. When John Lewis, and every political spokesperson in the country outside the McCain campaign, says that McCain and Palin are provoking people to violence, John McCain should listen. Instead of attacking Lewis, McCain should look in the mirror and in his heart. John McCain knows better than what he's doing. He gave his campaign over to Rove likes/Bush likes and they're taking McCain places he said he'd never go. If John McCain doesn't want to be compared to George Wallace, he should stop doing George Wallace like things. At a time when so many people are fearful, it is a grave mistake to whip them from fear to blaming all their problems on Obama to rage–and violence could be close behind. Stop it while you still can John. You've always liked and respected John Lewis. Consider that he's seen it all before and maybe he's right now too.

McCain hasn't tried to encourage hatred, he has tried to bring up legitimate questions, and Obama is the one who has been dishonest. Fact – Obama was friendly with Bill Ayers and had a far deeper relationship than just living in the same neighborhood. Maybe in your opinion that is not an issue that your care about which is fine. In SOME voters opinions that relationship and the dishonesty that accompanied it is an issue. Raising the issue and allowing voters to decide is what democracy is about. Trying to supress any negative comment under the banner of racism is despicable and Obama's supporters should ask themselves what they really stand for….

McCain surrogates have been openly promoting politics of fear. Fear worked in 2004 and they want to go to the same playbook.

Any chance that McCain and Palin had of getting my vote are now gone forever. McCain and Palin should be ashamed of themselves. This is exactly what happens when you sow the seeds of lies, distortion and hatred. Palin's action in particular are completely inconsistent with the Christian faith that she professes so profoundly. With McCain being 70+ years old, could you imagine a country run by Palin? America would be the laughing stock of the world. McCain should immediately apologize to the country for inciting horrible memories from generations past. This is sShameful and disgraceful for our country and the political process.

John McBush is really out of touch,,,,,, As demostrated by his misunderstood perception of John Lewis`s well explained displeasure of the explosive race baiting tenure of he and Sarah Palins week or more of lies and desparate attempts to , gather support for his failing campaign .
He should have realized that we are living in the twenty first century , not back in the days of lynching American citizens just because of their color .
John McBush / Sarah Palin , really need to stop and think about the consicquences of their ill-concieved attempt to demonize Barack Obama …..

Lewis was right….McCain allowed Palin to incite crowds and she just smiled as "crazies" shouted dispicable things……they both allowed the atmosphere to fester and it wasn't until McCain felt the backlash that he decided to make any attempt to try to stop the hate that he and Palin seeded…………..how sad that we still have this type of behavior
in our political process……what a horrible example of democracy this is to our youth…….I expect more from those who want to represent the USA………

Tuth always hurts, didn't McCain know it?

Why should Obama retract a statement that he himself did not state????

I suppose the silver lining in this is that McCain can only shrink his support by encouraging extremism.

McCain has become small and pitiful. John Lewis spoke the truth and McCain the coward hides behind Sarah the Stupid. Look what you've become John. Who are you?

Obama can't repudiate the truth. It's about time someone has the courage to call McCain and Palin out for what they are doing.

if you watched Palin give her speech when McCain named her as a running mate you knew she was full of herself and hate. Obama 08.

I think McCain is running a hate talk racist campaign…stick to the economy and issues people care about. Palin is a waste of time and energy with a foul mouth.

Why should Obama repudiate the truth! McCain and Palin are holding kkk rallies, appealing to the lowest element, they are feeding off this trash that they spew, in particular palin! The are inciting people to violence, they are on a slippery slope and a few semi nice words from mccain, only because it's hurting him politically, doesn't change what they've done and what she continues to do! They are both dishonorable!

where have you been

when your "supporters" have been throwing rubbish of hatred

at senator obama right under your nose?

what nerve…

we the people may not be geniuses but

we aren't that stupid!

Thank you John Lewis for speaking out…. Thank you Republicans who have spoken out also…. we NEED the good people of America to speak out and stop this HATE SPEECH. We have to be UNITED to deal with this FINANCIAL CRISIS…….. P-L-E-A-S-E-

Farakan and Wright are not running for President McCain and Palin are.

I am Caucasian. I am also Jewish. The McCain/Palin rhetoric and the response from many of their supporters is terrifying. They have deliberately painted Senator Obama as an outsider, as radical, as someone who "pals around" with terrorists. The mob mentality that they have generated is terrifying to me because it is so close to the mentality that Hitler generated and that resulted in the deaths of millions of Jews, gypsies, and homosexuals. I applaud John Lewis for speaking the truth. McCain and Palin should be ashamed of themselves for pandering to the ugliest and most base elements that unfortunately still exist in this society.

This is exactly what McCain and Palin wanted!

I'm watching the presidential race from the UK and I try to keep up with all the cable and national news channels in the US… I always knew America had an under-belly but I thought the country was ready to turn a page on the past and looking forward to the future for all Americans.

When I listen to Palin, I see a young woman being profusely lead by a political machine she does not fully understand, she's a puppet for the McCain campaign and should be held equally accountable for her grave mis-judgement. McCain as gone through a series of bad calls throughout is campaign, he as struggled to get his message of change across to the American people and has he flounders and his numbers in the poll falls, he clutches by his finger tips and resorts to dividing a nation as his ambition looks more and more like a pipe dream…

Lewis is candid is remarks and I totally agree with his view point… So here's the question as McCain looks for a way out of this storm he has brewed, should Obama come to his aid and help him diffuse this detonator?.. NO!… McCain as brewed it, let him drink it!..

To Tim who said: "Right, angry white people are not acceptable today. Angry black people are always welcome at Obama's church".

First of all Tim, Rev. Wright's church had nothing to do with politics – the media made it a political circus. Nowhere in any of Rev. Wright's sermons did we hear him saying – Kill, Kill – off with their heads. Obama has rebuked Rev. Wright's comments – so let's move on.

We are talking about racist and hatred being discussed in political rallies – FOR PRESIDENT.

Finally, you just compared the rallies to Jeremiah Wright – so then you are saying that what they were doing is no different than Jeremiah Wright's church. Then it is bad in your opinion? Therefore, Rep. Lewis was right in his comments – he rebuked McCain/Palin for not stopping this hate. THANK YOU REP. LEWIS

Obama for President 2008

Next Week Mccain Will Come Out With A Klan Suit On And Start Chanting White Power!

Obama should NOT repudiate anything! McCain looks like an apple in a sea of oranges at these rallies, you can tell he know's this hatred and division is wrong, but stopping the comments may lose him some votes. HOW PATHETIC!

Barack Obama is a human being for Christ's sake! Are you so upset and afraid that he is simply better than you that you would condone someone pledging to take his life.

If you truly love America as you say you will, you will want what is best for it, a president who has the judgement, the humility to ask when he doesn't know, the intelligence to solve economic crises, and the moral character to lead the land.

Please people be responsible people. Look past color for once in your lives. WE ARE ALL HUMAN BEINGS!!!

OBAMA/BIDEN 2008

What is wrong with you people? If Obama were white you wouldn't hear remarks made like this from Lewis. McCain/Palin are only telling it like it is!! And you call it racism? O brother!

Mr. McCain-
you should be ashamed of yourself.
you are not a man of honor.
you are weak in your approach.
you first sign of weakness was selecting Sarah Palin as your running mate.
both you and Sarah Palin are encouraging hate and destruction.

we are a peaceful people, we believe
that all people are created equal, we believe in self respect, we believe
in peace.

you sir dwell in a cesspool of lies, hate, dishonor and disappointment . more importantly you and your vp pick call forth that same attitude in the minds of the people that support you.

do you see where you stand and who stands with you? do you see what you have created? do you take responsibility for your choices? are you proud of what you've done?

your wife should be so lucky to stand next to, much less in the shoes, of a man that has not only proven his worth but his honor in
being a leader. if she above all people should be in support of you
acting and treating your opponent with respect. there is more to being a wife much less a first lady than hosting tea party and redecorating the White House. Mrs. McCain- help your husband your husband out here!

everything you touch and say turns to hate. that is what you and Sarah Palin stand for- you are hate mongers.

search your soul Mr. McCain & Mrs. Palin (what is left of them) ask
yourself if you have enough left in you to buy it back…or have you gone to far.
John McCain you should not only apologizing to Mr. Obama -you should vote for him. He is exactly all that you wish you could be!

Lewis is right— you reap what you sow McCain…you and Palin have whipped up a biased fury with racially tinged speeches and insinuations. Now that you can't control it you are trying to blame Obama and his supporters.

Barack is right…I'm not looking for a present to divide us…I am looking for a president to lead us.

The way you have tacked back and forth…evenb this week, proves you are unfit to lead us.

As a Canadian, who has been following the US elections, I am appalled at the resurgence of rascism that has surfaced at the Republican rallies. Senator Palin has shown the world what an un- worthy, lying and disgraceful, power-hungry moron she is. I feel sorry for the Amercian public should the Republicans win this election. This is absolutely shameful.

Lewis is right.

Lewis is not a spokeman for Obama. Consequently, he has the right to voice his own opinions. I don't see McCain apologizing for Palin, who speaks on his behalf.

Palin should be removed from the ticket. She has single handedly put us back in the 60's.

I am disgusted about what accusations Lewis is claiming upon McCain. It is typical of Lewis. Consider the source. Can't we ever get past this Lewis. Give it up already!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Obama responds
Obama spokesman Bill Burton gives little ground to McCain's outraged response at John Lewis's evoking George Wallace:

Senator Obama does not believe that John McCain or his policy criticism is in any way comparable to George Wallace or his segregationist policies.

But John Lewis was right to condemn some of the hateful rhetoric that John McCain himself personally rebuked just last night, as well as the baseless and profoundly irresponsible charges from his own running mate that the Democratic nominee for President of the United States ‘pals around with terrorists.’

As Barack Obama has said himself, the last thing we need from either party is the kind of angry, divisive rhetoric that tears us apart at a time of crisis when we desperately need to come together. That is the kind of campaign Senator Obama will continue to run in the weeks ahead.
Burton also sent over several comments from Republicans (after the jump), including former top McCain aide John Weaver, expressing discomfort with McCain's and Palin's rhetoric.

Last time McCain voiced outrage at the suggestion, from Obama himself, that he would use race against the Democrat, Obama quickly backed down. But the terrain has changed, and it seems to be a fight Obama is now comfortable having, perhaps in the hopes of amplifying a backlash against McCain.

The rally footage I saw on CNN was the WI man who said "socialist" and named Pelosi and Reid. I do not understand Lewis' comments as they relate to the civil rights movement. Futhermore, did not some of the angry/support comments come from a African- American man?

Am I missing some other rally components, if so which ones.

Obama – inspires
McCain – incites

This is one more indication that John McCain has lost control of his own campaign, the campaign is being run the the far right fringe, which Sarah Palin is their puppet.

Sarah Palin is the dangerous one on this ticket, she is ruthless, ignorant, unethical, and to top it off is overly ambitious.

I am not an American but Ijust wounder aloud if in America political campaigns are above the law.Was the 60's era remarkable in American history? The world is watching.

Sarah Palin reminds me alot like Hitler. She could easily be the drving force of a bunch of new browshirts and jackbooted thugs…you had better watch out for this wannabe Hitleresque female.

McCain & Palin spent the last two weeks trying to tie Obama to a former terrorist and now they are surprised they are bringing out the extremists and racists. They thought that out really well ahead of time…… dirty politics breeds dirty results.

I agree with Lewis. John McCain being forced to defend Obama against the angry racist mob proves that they are an angry racist mob. Duh.

Rep. Lewis is correct. Any intelligent thinking person knows how dangerous the recent rhetoric has been at the McCain-Palin rallies.

Thank you Mr. Lewis. Our political leaders have a very serious and ethical responsibility to maintain a climate that is representative of our democracy in their campaigns. Who remembers Joe McCarthy ?

No apology is owed. Wake up McCain the truth was spoken.

By the way, John McCain and the RNC need to apologize to the American people, The citizens of Illinois and students at UC.

If McCain is defending the people that have sent hate filled emails and scream hate speach about Obama at his rallies… that IS HUGE NEWS. You betcha.

As an immigrant i am scared of Mccain/palin campaign.This is exactly how immigrants face with USCIS. It seems that whoseever name appears to be exotic or Musilum as a terrorist. The campaign not realised that the America's future relation with foreign nations based on mutual respect. I think America is much more better than Mccain/palin beliefs. The world is watching America.We don't expect such kind of opinion from great nation.

well guys, I would say a little truth is in Lewis' comments. He's not wrong.
Look at McCain's rallies, I'm really FRIGHTENED; some right-winged extremist might kill Obama before Election Day. Imagine what would happen to that country, if this nightmare became true.

I hope it won't be so.
And I hope America votes AGAINST racism and FOR OBAMA!

Obama/Biden in a landslide!

Oh My!!! Looks likes McCain/Palin has caused quite a stir!!!! Oh and not "Ms. TrooperGate!!! LOL…

God said there will be false witnesses….watch out McCain/Palin…
GOD DON'T LIKE UGLY….AND SARAH, YOU ARE WHAT KIND CHRISTIAN???

You are a mean, power hungry and have a dark spirit….Anyone who has someone pray witches away from them……That's insane….And you ask Who is Obama?…..WHO IS SARAH PALIN?

May God Bless us all….

John McCain was a dedicated, patriot, public servant for decades. First in the Navy, then as an elected Official he served our country. Now he has sold his soul in the name of becoming president.

Ya'll come out to NASCAR Monday to see Sarah Palin in Virginia. Already 100,000 tickets have been subscribed to.

She buried Obama in the debates by drawing 10 million more people to her debate and then drew 60,000 in Orlando for what is becoming for her—a mini rally. This woman draws em in.

Sarah Palin 2012 & 2016′–President

THANK YOU, Congressman Lewis!
May our nation's violence be healed.
Peg

Wasn't Bull Wallace a Democrat.
Ironic that one of the biggest racists of all time belonged to the same party as you congressman.

Perhaps you should read the blogs here and see some of the hate from your own side of the political spectrum.

The kind of racial hatred that members of republican audiences have recently been spewing is not only what the extreme right wants, it's what they also feel and believe. Especially Palin. She is completely evil. Should Senator Obama be elected, as I pray he will be, the U.S. Secret Service had better be on their game.

I don't think McCain is a racist but I don't know about Palin but John Lewis comments came to late after McCain said that Obama would make a good president John McCain know the race is over because he almost started a cival war a race war divided the great USA like someone wants to do in Alaska. OBAMA/BIDEN 08 MIGHT GO DOWN IN HISTORY AS THE BEST TAG TEAM.

maccain and the huntress palinremind me of the old line

ARE YOU TO BELIEVE WHAT I TELL YOU OR WHAT YOU SEE WITH YOUR OWN EYES

mccain thinks he's dealing with people he can manipulate with always saying "My Friends."
I don't have friends who incite racial tensions, lie in in the face of the truth and picks vp for votes for votes not because of the talents she has other than making babies. "…he who votes mccain gives up all hope

john bracci"

It's true! Too many people have been getting the feeling that these McCain/Palin rallies resemble those of the Klu Klux Klan…It's been terribly scary to watch. I'm afraid that if those two get in there, there will be NO one there to represent me. When I look at these rallies I don't see any representation of myself. When I hear people in the audience at the Palin rallies say "Kill em! Kill Obama!" there is a problem. Anyone that sees it differently is obviously a stark ignorant and racist supporter.

Palin started the name calling and ever sinc the McCain campaign reaks of natzism. Calling Obama terroist, unamerican and getting the crowd to yell terroist, get him, kill him crowds at a Palin rally yelling at a tv black sound men to "get down boy".What does all that tell you.
All the McCain campaign is missing are the BROWN SHIRTS.

Right On Lewis! The Conservative Right that seems to play up to the values of the religious population has hit an all time low.

Read the Book of Proverbs and see how McCain & Palin are really off base with their party lines.

Proverbs 6:12-19 (NIV) A scoundrel and villain, who goes about with a corrupt mouth, who winks with his eye, signals with his feet and motions with his fingers, who plots evil with deceit in his heart – he will always stir up dissension. Therefore disaster will overtake him in an instant: he will suddenly be destroyed – without remedy.
There are six things the Lord hates, seven that are detestable to him: haughty eyes, a lying tongue, hands that shed innocent blood, a heart that devises wicked schemes, feet that are quick to rush into evil, A FALSE WITNESS THAT POURS OUT LIES AND A MAN THAT STIRS UP DISSENSION AMONG BROTHERS.

While John McCain and Sarah Palin are not the only leaders in our great nation that have fallen short in regards to the teachings in Proverbs (Rev. Wright for example), they are the ones who are running for the highest offices of our country. Their hunger for power and greed has motivated them to stoop to such levels as endangering the life of their opponent by false accusations, striking fear into the hearts and minds of those they can.

People that listen to and believe the lies that come out of the McCain/Palin camp and aren't able to, or are unwilling to discern the truth have no right to cast a vote. We need to vote responsibly!!!

I am appalled at the question posed by the woman at MCain's campaign stop. She thought Obama was an Arab. Okay…does she not know that you have to be BORN IN THE USA to run for President? Why is this woman voting?

Hats off to Obama for NOT responding negatively to the McCain/Palin "verbal Dynamite". Proverbs 12:18 (NIV) Reckless words pierce like a sword, but the tongue of the wise brings healing.

Christian for Obama ! !

Rob, have you heard Wright and Farrakhan say anything about McCain and Palin? Are either one of them running for office? Perhaps you should look into some of the ministers that support McCain/Palin, you will see that they are not to different than things Wright and Farrakhan have said.

Apparently he can dish it out but he can't take it. After everything said by his campaign last week why should we expect Obama to apologize?
After the results of Palin's hearing why should we listen to her at all?

Could this possibly be a set up, to bring race to the front and center by two ol buddies? Just sayin!!

The comments are not beyond the pale. Rather they are perfectly fitting. You can't blame Rep. Lewis for having strong feelings about that sort of hate speech (from Palin) when he has had dogs turned on him in the south. I was disgusted when some young guy at a rally stood up and asked McCain something about turning the hound on Obama. There's no ambiguity about the historical implications of that and if I recall correctly Mccain smiled or laughed.

While McCain has since called for the rhetoric to be turned down I question what took him so long or is he playing it both ways? He should spare us the faux outrage – his unqualified runningmate is an instigator and that's evident for most to see.

(Please post CNN – my comments never seem to make it on)

JUST IMAGINE OBAMA's TWO LITTLE GIRLS and IF THEY HEARD that RALLY WITH PEOPLE yelling KILL THEIR DADDY…

just take a minute and think about that

this is awful

We have so many nuts in our world and it doesn't take much to set them off. When McCain and Palin rattle off as they have all week they stir these nuts up. This can lead to something very dangerous. They don't care. Those two will say and do anthing to win this election. They had better be careful. When McCain defended Obama the crowd booed him. He is lucky they didn't turn on him. That could happen so him and ugly girl need to shut their mouths, John Louis said a good thing and nobody owes McCain any apology…Doraine in Tx

Why should Obama apologize for Mr. Lewis' (very truthful) comments? It defames Palin? What is she doing?!

Isn't it just like the Republicans to demand apologies when others speak the truth about them yet it's fine and country first and American to attack others about untruths?

"If Obama Loses" et al. America, may ll higher powers protect her, i s a free land. Ditch your racism. You are making our children cry and you are dishonoring the soldiers that have fought for nd still fight for our rights and liberties. I am white. And I I crumble when I read and hear you spewing. Its sickening.

If you look out in the crowd there are some angry people and they keep asking HOW DID OBAMA GET THIS FAR, what that suppose to mean, Obama has ran his campaign like non other he has done a great job bringing people together, I live in the SOUTH I see stuff like this everyday, thats why SOUTH CAROLINA will always be a red state it's people like this that will never accept a black person it's sad but true.

Senator McCain, John Lewis spoke the truth. Your campaign has sunk to a new low in American politics. We the people deserve better. You've demonstrated a total lack of character in allowing this hate mongering at your rallies. SHAME ON YOU!

The McCain's camp tries to divert attention once agian. McCain camp has explicitly called Senator Obama as a terrorist and induced volience and hostility in their rallies. Sarah Palin, as a hypocrit, needs to answer her abuse of power.

A town hall meeting .. in ohio 80 years old White Lady from small town ohio .. in her town There is no progressive talker right-wing talkers on radio all day.

she ask obama a one question ?… she asked him Who Are You? Obama responded to.. I Am Your Son …don’t let them scare you” ….She definately had tears in her eyes .she is voting for obama..

This is a very frightening issue generated by far right conservitive thinking. Taking us to ta place where we are better than all others. There is only one GOD and God belongs to all people on earth.

My racist family in Michigan is supporting Obama. That should tell you something right there.

When you bring absolutely nothing to the table, this is what you have to resort to. So here we go again. The Democrats throwing out the race card once again. No wonder there is so much hatred out there. When you have people like Lewis constantly bringing race up when nothing is there. For all of you supporting his comments, you too are part of the problem.

It's not McCains fault that there are people out there that are sick of Obama skirting all of the tough questions. I guess most Obama supporters feel it is ok that a person Like Bill Ayers could have some sway with the presidency. The same guy that tried to kill cops and our service members. Maybe cop killers are ok to Obama supporters, but it scares me to death that Ayers will someday be in the white house laughing at all of the men and women who go out there ever day and protect us. Bill Ayers setting foot in the White House will be the ultimate insult to all of our public servants. What a shame that Obama supporters dont care about that.

Palin-Mccain have been stoking their campaign with rhetoric inciting hatred, not a difference of opinion. They only tried to tone it down when other Republicans expressed concern. They are pathetic and desperate. Mccain is not entitled to the presidency.

A town hall meeting .. in ohio 80 years old White Lady from small town ohio .. in her town There is no progressive talker right-wing talkers on radio all day. she ask obama a one question ?… she asked him Who Are You? Obama responded to.. I Am Your Son …don’t let them scare you” …
.She definately had tears in her eyes .she is voting for obama..

McCain's demand for an apology yet more race baiting. Who the hell do these jokers think they are fooling? Most voters aren't as dumb or as racist as McCain/Palin think. Voters know when the dog whistle is blown, and they don't want to vote for hatred.

Now McCain is attacking civil right's leaders? How much lower can they sink? Do the republicans really want another civil war? Is this what being a "patriotic American" is all about? Why are the conservative Christians not reprimanding their party for it's lies and tone? Democrats are referred to as "commies" and "baby killers." Our candidate is referred to as a terrorist sympathizer because he knows a professor who committed a crime when Obama was a CHILD!

And yet, the Democrats are not supposed to say anything? Something is terribly wrong in America. The Democratic party is a major AMERICAN political party. Our supporters and our candidates all require (and we need to start demanding) respect. We are every bit as patriotic as you. We are your friends, your family, your neighbors. I cannot help but believe that the future of our country depends on the Republican party rejecting their politics of hate.

All day long the MSM has been praising McCain for correcting the people at his rally who was lying about Obama. This is nonsense, he has only starting doing this since his own GOP people have said that he and Palin are playing with fire. He intended to do what he did, he is just pretending that he is concerned. He has run the most dishonourable campaign in the the history of electioneering.

Tell me one thing the McCain campaign has done to bring race into this contest. Please. I only ask for one. But without you asking, I will offer a couple of comments made by Mr. Obama or his "representatives":

-Barack Obama, at a rally earlier this year: "They want you to fear me. 'He doesn't look like you so you should fear him.'" And the Republican ticket has stepped over the line?

-Sen. Lewis' most recent comments: They are racially motivated, racially accusatory and without merit. Left wing media point to conservative comments such as these as derogatory, improper and racially motivated. Left wing media point to liberal comments, such as these made by Sen Lewis, as pointed and necessary in order to fight a clear racial overtone in the election.

If you truly want to leave race out of the election, then do not stir up unnecessary, ridiculous (for lack of a better word) CRAP and then scream malfeasance from the other side.

You may want to pray for our country as a whole; trust me, as bad of shape as this great country is in, the country need your prayers, not temporary politicians.

I have been a long-time fan of McCain, and I'm happy he has started to defend Obama's character; But he and Palin were the ones fear-mongering and driving people to the point of "terrorist!" and "Kill Him!" at their rallies. They should be ashamed, and THEY should apologize. If they didn't want this type of response, they should not have attempted to paint A US SENATOR as a Terrorist. Duh. . .

John McCain and Sarah Palin ARE provoking fear and hatred. Just this morning CNN had a story on its front page about the rise of "rage" in Republican constituents at town hall meetings.

What those of us from small town America know is that such words are actually very commonplace, but up until now they've been reserved for private conversations. Now, McCain and Palin have been using their fear mongering tactics to get people to speak out in public.

It's of course backfiring in terms of getting them elected, but what is truly sad is that what it IS doing is promoting and provoking a very intentional culture war that robs our politics of an air of civility.

John McCain says he puts country first, but my opinion is that if McCain's idea of putting "country first" is to divide the nation and have us revert to a 1960's "us vs. them" mentality in this country, then he certainly is NOT the man I want to be leading me in Washington. The Wallace comparison is entirely accurate.

Lewis is right. McCain / Palin owe the public a major apology. Mc Cains followers lately are as embarresing as they are . Obama don't
apologize

Sarah Palin could win this election if she didn't have McCain hanging around her neck like a huge albatross.

Sarah wants to take the gloves off and go after that woos appeaser–Obama but McCain is afraid. This is pathetic.

Bottom line–McCain loses big time and Sarah runs for President in 2012 and again in 2016 and wins easily.

I agree with Mr. Lewis, Palin knows how to stir up the haters and get them in a frenzy and then it all comes out, Palin is very smart in knowing how to say the right words to get the haters fired up. All I have to say to Obama is, don't stoop to their level.

Americans are better than racism. There are more good people in this country than divisive racists. And those people will be out in droves to vote. Republican ideas have been tried, and they are now proven to have failed. Time for change.

I Truly believe that when John McCain has a chance to sit down after this is all over and reflect, he will see the horrible movement that he has become a part of. He began to recognize it the other day when he started telling people that Obama is a decent person. He started doing that after the hate retoric became dominant at his rallies. Palin keeps on hating though.

There was actually a moment during one of his speaches when McCain slams Obama and then he gets a terrified/surprised look on his face when the cround responds with yells of 'terrorist' and other unpleasant terms. It was the next day when he started talking about decorum again. He is also seeing some of his regular supporters abandon and critisize him. Soon he will really understand why.

Perhaps in McCain himself, who claims to be bipartisan, had stood up to the lunatic at his Wisconsin rally who refered to Obama and Pelosi as hooligans and socialists he never would have worried about accusations such as this being made.

He claims to be a maverick who stands up to leaders in his own party but failed to take a leadership role at the rally where he COULD have directed people away from extremist remarks.

Maybe he was just afraid to do so with the pitbull by his side.

Rep Lewis' comments are completely right. McCain and Palin were applauding those in the crowd who were yelling: Kill him, treason, Terrorist, Offer his head (speaking of Obama). Why didn't they come out and reject this type of behavior. It's so appalling to see these two candidates are enciting people to violence. They are using scare tactics to intimidate americans not to vote for Obama. They have to be ashamed of themselves. They couldn't talk about the economy because they are not up to the economic challenges. Palin is incompetent, she can't even answer questions to Journalists. They should be held accountable for any violence that may occur in the future. Palin started it last weekend by launching her vicious attacks against Barack Obama. They should appologize for it.

I don't see that this gentleman has said anything different from what I have been reading on these blogs for the last 3 days… SO I guess McCain would have Obama repudiate what so many .. many… Americans have already been saying. You to Senator Mccain should apologize also, for your supporters horrible and dangerous remarks.

Oh and then there was Sara "Burnedout"…(aka bernhard – comedian)

She said is Sara Palin campaigned in NY her "big black" friends would "gang rape" her….where's the outrage???? Where's Sharpton? Jackson? C'mon….double standard and strange bed-fellows.

Nice commentary at a woman's shelter for the abuse.

McCain is a consistant liar if it was not for the voters he would still allow the public to verbally lash out at Obama. He says his supporters legitamately care about Obama's record but they sound like an angry lynch mob and have not said anything of substance to support their fear.

John McCain was for decades a dedicated public servant, first in the Navy, then as an elected official. Now he has sold his soul in the name of being President.

Lewis is 100% right. John McCain's hate rallies are too extreme and with the economy as it is, violence can breakout and McCain and Palin are stoking the flames. McCain is showing himself as unworthy for the office of President.

It is about time that racial rhetoric in this country is being brought out of the closet and discussed in an intelligent manner. There is nothing wrong with Congressman Lewis' remarks. If McCain wants to bring his kind of dialog into the campaign then he has to deal with what the other side wants to say.

Obama / Biden in 08

It's the truth. McCain and Palin have been running on this hee-haw small-town ignorant hatred for a long time now, and the racial overtones need to stop. Just watch the video where the McCain fans are questioning Obama's "bloodlines".

Palin and McCain have purposefully and repeatedly whipped up their zealots into the kind of mob mentality that used to result in a lynching or two. You absolutely cannot deny that this is racially-oriented. The hatred on the white faces of those in the crowd is NO different than those in the lynch mobs of the 30s, 40s, and 50s. Thank you, Rep. Lewis for speaking the truth. There is no apology or repudiation necessary here.

If anything should happen to Barack Obama and his family, it will be on Palin and McCain's head. They would rightly be held wholly responsible and I shudder at the response of the American people.

Sarah, honey, it's time to go on home to Alaska, where they may or may not want you back. Senator McCain, you've shown your true, sad character and lost your honor.

And may none of us forget Emmett Till.

Unfortunately John McCain's comments on the condemnation betray him. To go so far as to demand an apology suggests that McCain's recent about face on those attacks is all about his falling polls not some new principle. John McCain apparently does not realize just how much damage he and Sarah Palin have done by convincing zealous supporters their opponent is anti-American. That is beyond the pale but then Palin was chosen to say their opponent is against God so she probably isn't even warmed up yet.

ROCKY & BULLWINKLE deserve each other

The republicans should hold a meeting with McCain and tell him he is in danger of painting their party as a racist party. The conservatives such as Hannity.Limbaugh,Ingram and others have already represented as such.this should stop before they go too far!

Mr. McCains's campaign needs to be careful with well worded, inciting, but veiled remarks on Obama. Now, after the race, sex education, terrorism comments, Sarah is turning her rhetoric on 'abortion' …. Please watch out Sarah in what you say at your events. There are a lot of extremist morons out there …. they just need some one to incite them to go berserk.

It is so freightening to hear such comments at the McCain/Palin rallies. For the both of them to stand there with such silly grins on their faces when hatred is being spoken all around them is insane. Even if you dislike or disagree with someone it is un christianlike to stand there and let that happen. Both of them makes me nervous, they will stop at nothing to win. If anything happens to Mr. Obama or his family the blood is on their hands. God protect this country from people like Mccain and Obama.

McCain has high praise for those who agree with him at any given moment.

McCain knows that Lewis is right, so he has to call on Obama to do the repudiating. I've lived through more than a dozen national elections and I've NEVER seen a ticket do more to incite hatred of its opponent. What McCain and Palin have been doing is all the more upsetting because they are clearly out of this election. Two angry, substandard politicians acting in a vindictive and destructive manner that will only serve to make bipartisan cooperation even more difficult for the next administration. Shameful.

thank you rep lewis all america knows what mccain and palin are doing its the only way they think they can win trying to divide americans lets face it we are all in a deep mess with this money issue its time to unite and elect obama and biden and get america back on its feet lets defeat moose and squirrel please america vote for the right team vote what you know in your heart is the right thing to do the whole world respects obama it is the right way to go beside mccain and palin can keep there day jobs many of want even have a part time job with mccain and palin

The straight talk express once again becomes the trash talk express. When will McCain finally come to his senses and realize all the terms used in his campaign such as "traitor", "Liar" and perhaps the most important one, "terrorist" have triggered hate mongering in a campaign that he himself said he will run as clean as possible. Perhaps being Old is one thing, but wisdom is reserved for only those who truly seek it. And clearly, John McCain is not one of those who has wisdom or shows signs of wanting it.

McCain & Palin,
If, God forbid, anything happens to this outstanding American citizen (Sen. Obama), you both will have blood on your hands. You will then will have to face the law, and the wrath of the nation.

The Republicans chose to go negative with their campaign rather than focus on the issue. Now they will not accept responsibility for their actions! McCain eventually accepted the Republican demands to appoint a brainless pitbull as his running mate. He should have shown guts and gone with his own choice. Someone with a brain capable of understanding the issues would have been a real help to the campaign. Where has the real McCain gone? Now he and his party have become totally reckless!

When you have nothing to say you say anything. The McCain/Palin ticket are horrific representatives of one of our major American political parties. Whatever the imperfections of the Obama/Biden ticket, if America elects McCain/Palin, in a couple of years we shall all be thinking George Bush was a great President. That is if these backward looking ideologues don't all get us killed first, either financially or literally.

Wonderful. Rep. Lewis hit the nail on the head. McCain and Palin have both been fueling a fire (with no extinguisher handy) in recent days. McCain needs to sit down, look at tapes of his and Palin's speeches – and hear the lies and venom they have been spewing. they know they cannot win on issues – so they have to attack Obama personally. they have crossed so many lines – they need to be held accountable. Palin will be here tomorrow evening – and I am so NOT looking forward to her at all. McCain and Palin owe Barack Obama apologies – not the other way around. the next 3 weeks are going to be very interesting.

As an outsider,if you allowed your fans to plant the seed of hate and later result in future harm,you better blame yourself.Sarah P and John M has started this fire,it's their responsibility to turn it off.After watching this demostration of craze you guys called democracy for the past 21 months,i think i now prefare socialism or communism.

I believe both Mccain and Palin have ended their political careers.

After November 4, McCain will return to Arizona, then the Senate in disgrace for his campaign choices and verbage. Palin will return to Alaska and most probably face legal charges for ethics violations.

Both candidates' political careers will end with a steep crash and an all consuming burn. No apology, however loud will be heard by any intelligent constituency. McCain's and Palin's behavior have been dispicable, unexcusable and beneath the dignity of any elected official.

It is apparent both candidates have lost their way. No bell can be unrung.

Benidict Aeyers terroized the United States by BOMBING the Pentagon.

I don't care how long ago that was, Obama launching his run for politics in Benidict Aeyers home and serving with him on boards is "paling" around with him.

I don't understand why some people don't see this as an issue. Maybe we are so far away from the great depression and WWII that its become hard for people to understand what an American Patriot really is.

I'm confused… Why is Obama supposed to repudiate the remarks made to John McCain by John Lewis? Because Obama is also a Democrat? Or perhaps because Lewis and Obama are both African-American? Gee whiz, McCain — get a grip.

You did an honorable thing by asking folks at your rallies to be respectful. Obama publicly thanked you — and Tucker Bounds repudiated your noble gesture by blasting Obama for thanking you. But then, you did tell some of your attendees at a rally that you'd fooled 'em once and you'll fool 'em again…

Well, he is right. The truth hurts. The McCain campaign's supporters have been whipped up into a frothy, violent frenzy. Hopefully, none of these people act on their bigotry and hatred.

We should not distract from serious questions about Obama.
He is wanting in every regard and merely a stooge for a lot \
of manipulators.

Please add to erratic, hostile, dishonest and mercurial, the word hypocrite. McCain/Palin: Mudslinger/Trash.

Thank you Congressman Lewis for speaking up. Palin is a disgrace and the McCain/Palin team rallies are dispicable. If Palin were in any other Western nation she would be jailed for inciting racial hatred. What a sad day for America to find ourselves with such ignorant and dangerous politicians.

John McCain is the biggest liar politics ever had.  On one hand he talks about bipartisanship, kumbayaa, etc. and on the other it is just blatant lies and innuendo.    Get over it John and Sarah.  Like Joe Biden said, if you have something to say, say it to my face.  In this case, don't send a woman out to do your dirty work and hide behind her.  Hey John.  It is over loser!Oh and by the way, Sarah Palin will not have a job as governor by the time this is over and well deserved.  She and Todd belong on a soap opera.  I think they will meet the minimum requirements. Oh and on another note as the mother of a soldier in this case National Guard not active duty and who by the way is returning to Iraq tomorrow, Cinty McCain can take a hike in my opinion.  She criticizes Obama for his vote against troop funding BECAUSE  it does not include a timeline for withdrawal and she fails to acknowledge that her husband voted the same way two months earlier when a timeline was included.  Cindy you are as big a liar as your husband,  Don't even go there with me  when it comes to this war.  Your son wasn't there in '05 when the death toll was over the top every month.  You haven't even been there.  I invite you to walk a mile in my shoes and then we will talk.

Some want to plunge this country into a civil war. What is in the works is the real problem rather than the financial crisis. Time to time.

Lewis is right, and Obama doesn't need to repudiate anything. McCain and Palin sat by idly while their followers yelled, "kill him," "hang him," "off with hs head," "terrorist," "muslim," "traitor," etc. When the media started to call out McCain on his decision to not use some crowd control, he had no choice but to step in yesterday when on national TV, a man said he was afraid to bring a child into the world if Obama is Pres and a woman called Obama an Arab that she fears. Note that he didn't refute the lie, but he did say Obama is a family man. Whatever that means . . .

Today Obama thanked McCain for toning down the rhetoric, and McCain attacked Obama for trying to tell him what to do. I do think McCain is being willfully racist, and I think the Wallace comparison is entirely fair.

As an observer of US elections since JFK, I must say I was shocked by the tone of Palin's recent speeches, and her go along nodding and smiling to the "kill him" and "terrorist" shout outs was sickening. The GOP is clearly desperate to employ these methods. An earlier attack dog comparison of Palin to Nixon's choice of Spiro Agnew is spot on. Palin will not politically survive her home state corruption charges either. If McCain is elected, expect another Gerald Ford presidency….. except it will be Lieberman. Good luck with all that and for god's sake make the right choice this year…..

Congressman Lewis has nothing to apologize for. I've watched and read with horror how the GOP ticket is using its rallies to whip up fear and hatred. Why else would that Palin woman say something like "he's not like us?" I knew right away what she meant. It's time to McCain to retake control of his campaign if for no other reason that he won't become a footnote in history as someone who tried to win an election by setting the cause of civil rights a hundred years.
The country has had enough of this hate-mongering. McCain should show some of those leadership qualities he always brags about and put an end to this shameful campaign. For me, these days Republican is just another word for racist.

John Lewis – I for one entirely agree with you.

A Police Sheriff uniform hailing Vice Presidential nominee, naming the political opponent by emphasizing his middle name of Arab descent while members of the audience yell "kill" and and terrorist without the nominated VP strongly rebuking it right there on the spot. That is disgusting. Its the fear rhetoric of the past. Fear is what was kept people hostages of racism for centuries. McCain needs to do a lot to make up for this past week of initiating terror and rage – and not least he needs to get his VP under control. Forbid that he is ever not there to keep her under control should he win the Presidency.

That said, I understand McCains outrage. After all, nothing hurt like realizing once own wrongs.

No big deal – just obama playing the race card again and again and again and again. Funny how he and his camp. are the ONLY ones who have played the race card throughtout this whole campaign. Guess obama must hate black people.

The shoe fits, John and Sarah. Wear them.

The truth hurts, doesn't it John?

I completely agree with John Lewis. The McCain/Palin campaign has crossed the line with it hate-spewing and violence-inducing language and tone. Rageful people at the ridiculous McCain Palin rallies are shouting racial slurs, hate-crime language, and threatening violence. McCain and Palin ignore it and do not try to stop it (except one lame time yesterday by McCain). Not condemning it is the same as condoning it.
McCain and Palin are conducting a dangerous and reckless campaign against Obama. The Secret Service is investigating them because it has become so hateful and on the edge of violence.
Even the media traveling with McCain and Palin have been subjected to racial slurs by the McCain/Palin crowd at these rallies.
CNN's own David Gergen who is a man of reason and has served both Republican and Democratic Presidents brought up the level of anger and hatred that McCain and Palin are stirring up at their rallies. He even expressed concern for the violence it could cause.
Sorry McCain – but the truth hurts. You started this hate-spewing slander against Obama and it has raised up rage-filed crowds that are dangerous and potentially violent. You have done nothing to stop it but continue the same hate and lie-filled attacks.
I find it despicable and irresponsible. McCain and Palin are dangerous and reckless and this proves they are unfit to lead this country.
McCain and Palin rallies are the most hateful, disgusting things I have ever seen. The media should stop covering them completely out of a moral responsibilty to protect more violence-inducing language to be spread.
McCain you are guilty of everything John Lewis said and I am glad you are finally being called out on it. You are a disgrace and a bigot and deserve to be arrested on hate-crime charges. Your own Party has denounced the nastiest of your campaign. The voters hate it. It worries those of us who know what nutty people will do when they are told to hate, driven to to rage, and not controlled.
McCain you should apologize for the hate-mongering environment you have created!!

Let me be honest. I am tired of McCain's attack and I am going to vote Democrat. He is not my hero anymore!!!!!

DRAMA King McCain want Obama to apologize for the comment of Rep. Lewis, UNBELIEVABLE!!!!!!!!!!! Another attempt from the KING of Drama to DESTRACT the voters from the economy woes. McCain JUST DON'T GET IT!!!!!!!!! For WEEKS Palin has been standing RIGHT beside McCain calling and telling all kinds of LIES on Obama, King of drama said NOTHING, but SMILED. The speeches he and Palin were giving made some of their supporters make criminal threats. Now that he see the voting are NOT pleased with his message of HATE, he want us to THINK he finds it’s unacceptable. While Palin and his other hired mouth pieces and ads continue to tell lies and continue be very negative about Obama.

YOU don't fool us McCain, that woman was used just like you are using Palin.
Obama OWE you NOTHINGGGGGGGGGGG!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

WOW! If I remember correctly the quote was "the only thing different from a hockey mom and a pittbull was lipstick!" And the crowd went wild!! Then when these hateful remarks were being said at your rallies which was clearly heard by Gov Palin, She OR YOU DID OR SAID NOTHING! You John McCain and YOU Sarah Palin created this mess and now want Senator Obama to repudiate these comments? Sad thing was at one time I liked Senator McCain but now it isn't about "Country First" its about win at all cost and the chickens are now coming home to roost! YOU Senator McCain need to salvage whatever career you have left by simply adhearing to your own words COUNTRY FIRST and make a statement NOW before it's to late simply this" IF YOUR VOTING FOR ME BECAUSE OF THE RACE OF MY OPPONENT THEN I DO NOT WANT YOUR VOTE" This is one conservative that will vote for the person who wants to build up not tear down this great country. Obama/Biden 2008

McCain thinks that Americans are ignorant and without brains. He has been banging Barack with lies upon lies, he now realizes that most Americans are tired of his sick attacks against Barack. We all know it is because his horrible tactics that blew up in his face drove him to act like he supports and cares about Barack. HIS COMPLIMENTS TOWARDS BARACK ARE HOLLOW AT BEST………..HE PLAYED THE RACE CARD THROUGH HIS SUPPORTERS and it was realized by the American public, he knowing that, is now putting on a false face. He and Failin (palin) need to step down and discontinue their Dumb and Dumber act…… America is in need of serious lkeadership to get us through this crisiss….Barack and Joe will do a great job…………..bye bye McBush and Falin, Barnum and Bailey are looking for clown acts, you two qualify for the job.

Lewis, don't start a war unless you're ready to finish it. I am a proud supporter of John McCain and I think your words are stupid and antiquated. I don't kill little girls and I don't do lynchings. But, I have a right to support someone who thinks BHO is being less than honest with the American people. You think I'm a biggot? Grow up.

Palin has incited the crowds this entire week with the Ayers statements. Today she's not mentioning Ayers but only now she was to stick to the issues. In the crowds where Palin has spoke.. I've heard people scream the most horrible things I've heard since the 60's.. they screamed
KILL HIM, TERRIOST and Palin nor McCain said nothing to stop it. It wasn't until Friday when the report was coming out about Palin, that McCain decided to quiet down the crowds because McCain didn't want the Democratic Party going after Palin and her abuse of power in firing an innocent man. The Republican party wanted the report about Palin not to be an issue and if it became an issue, they would say "SEE MCcain denounce the racist remarks about Obama. I wonder if the report had come out positive about Palin would McCain have denounce the negavity because he didn't denounce it earlier it the week. Listen my fellow Americans, the Republican party is the most crafted party at trying to switch things in their favor.. BE WARE OF WOLVES IN SHEEP CLOTHING… McCain / Palin wear their coats very well but we are onto you McCain and HELL NO Obama should not repute Lewis because Lewis is right. McCain and Palin incited racism and brought back the 60's of the south. McCain/Palin put Obama's life even more in danger and showed no remorse. My fellow American's let's show them we can come together as one. Obama/Biden '08

I have watched in total amazement as the McCain campaign has sunk to new lows, they do try to instill fear and hatred with thier rhetoric. If anyone should issue a repudiation of comments, it shoud be John McCain for the inflammatory comments by both himself, and his pitiful choice for VP. Sarah Palin has set womens chances for the highest office in this land back at least forty years, What an IDIOT!!! Maybe Chelsey will have an opportunity, it will probably take that lone to restore faith in women pols, after this fiasco. This Independent Voter will be casting his ballot for Obama on 11/04/08.

OBAMA/BIDEN 08-12

I, too, have been feeling like the McCain-Palin rallies are looking more like good 'ole cross burning sessions. Now I know that I'm not alone.

McCain needs to repudiate Sarah Palin, because that is exactly the crowd that is following her the hate mongers and she is rallying them up! Call on Palin to Stop!

How about we talk about Obama's position on being for:

Killing unborn babies through all 9 months?
Voting "present" as an IL Sen. on the "born alive" act?
The Freedom of Choice act, which would take away state rights
across the board on abortion?

Same sex "marriage?"
Same sex adoption?

Teaching our young children about touching, rather than abstinence?

Oh…sorry…this is probably hate speech too!

The McCain/Palin outright bigotry shames us all as Americans. Lewis is right, our "democracy" is being challenged….and we do not present a good example to the rest of the world. What a terrible scenario is being enacted by the republican party……and the silence of republicans who could temper this hostility is frightening. And we try to encouage "democracy" in the rest of the world? For shame!!!!

John McCain surely knows OUTRAGEOUS and DIVISIVE comments when he hears then. After all he "approved those messages."

When your whole campaign is now about spewing venom thorough outrageously untrue, divisively demeaning ads about your opponent, and you are consciously playing the race card on not so subtle ways; you have absolutely no grounds for acting “shocked” when hateful racists start to show up at your rallies in great numbers.

John you chose your constituent now you live with them. God forbid, if there is unrest from the hatred McCain is fomenting, the consequences are on his head.

Why does Obama have to repudiate what Lewis has said? Lewis is correct. McCain and Palin are fueling unnecessary hate and rage against the man who is going to be our next president. The repubs need to stick to the real issues we are concerned with. I'm sorry John/Sarah, race-baiting is not going to work. In a week or two, you guys are going to be down by 15 points in the polls. Offer us facts and policies, tell us what you are going to do to benefit the vast majority of the country, not just the rich and privileged. You can't !! trying to rile up whackos and kooks are not going to work in this day and age. We are too smart…

It was nice to finally see McCain address some of the comments yesterday at his rally in MN, but now I want Palin to do it too! Lewis is right and Obama should not have to repudiate anything! I was scared and thought to myself right away when I saw the actions at those rallies that violence could be the next step especially since the M/P campaign wasn't repudiating the hate some of their supporters were spewing.

Not only was this hate directed at Obama but a black soundperson for the news had racial epitaths shouted at him at one of the rallies! The campaign (especially Palin) are sowing the seeds of hatred and it has to be stopped and just because someone finally got up and called it as it is does not mean that it deserves an apology.

Lewis was not saying that McCain had any link with Wallace and the bombings he was stating that his rhetoric could lead to the same tragedies that Wallace's rhetoric led to!

And although McCain corrected a few supporters does not mean more doesn't need to be done! He still has his ads out saying Obama is a liar and dangerous and risky for America, sorry John but that doesn't help!

Now Palin has switched her stumps from Ayers to abortion saying OBama is radical in his abortion stances, well we all know that abortion clinics get bombed she is just spreading hate in a new arena and it ALL needs to stop!

WE NEED TO FOCUS ON AMERICA, MAKING IT UNITED, FOCUSING ON THE ISSUES!

I don't think Lewis thinks McCain is the same kind of extremist Wallace was but he's right that the McCain campaign's rhetoric stirs up those violent sentiments and could legitimize violence. Take a look at the You Tube videos shot at a McCain rally in Bethlehem PA and see the kind of nasty, hate filled venom is being unleashed by the McCain-Palin attack strategy.

Obama owes McCain nor anyone an apology..Obama isnt the one who has been talking "terroist, kill him, bomb him, ", you McCaine and Palin are the ones who started all this..I agree, go back and look at your own soundbites and clips..watch Palins FACE as she delivers these speeches..SCARY…if you want this stopped before some one does get hurt, you McCain are the one who has to stop it..deont call on Obama whom y'all have slandered to do this for you..
CLEAN UP YOUR OWN MESS….
D,Bradshaw..texas for OBAMA

What John McCain and Sarah Palin doing is feeding towards hate crime. Is presidency more important than solidarity of our Country. I never could have imagined that John McCain would become so selfish and unpatriotic as to resort to sow hate seeds by creating irrational fear among the beautiful people of this country. It is just opposite to his slogan " Country first" His negative ad. actually translates to " McCain first not Country'

I don't understand why the Secret Service didn't arrest those people shouting "Kill Him" and "Off With His Head" about Senator Obama during the McCain rallies. There were probably lots of agents there on protection detail, and last time I heard, threatening the life of a member of congress was a crime.

Everybody know lewis is a screwball – if hussein's camp has to resort to the likes of lewis they are desperate.

John Lewis hit the nail on the head with his statement. I don't think Obama needs to say anything on the behalf of McCain.

Some of the comments being made from the crowd at McCain rallies is truly scary. I think this is something that needs to be handled with the highest amount of care. We are seeing the reactions of scared and desperate McCain supporters.

It's not surprising that we are seeing these kind of reactions when the republican VP hopeful is accusing Obama of "palling around with terrorists". Fear of "an Obama presidency" has been pushed on these people since he accepted the Democratic party's nomination.

Now with McCain's chances slimming his actions are backfiring on him. John McCain and Sarah Palin both have a responsibility to come forward and defuse this situation before it escalates.

God bless.

A town hall meeting .. in ohio 80 years old White Lady from small town .. in her town There is no progressive talker right-wing talkers on radio all day. she ask obama a one question ?… she asked him Who Are You? Obama responded to.. I Am Your Son .don’t let them scare you” …
.She definately had tears in her eyes .she is voting for obama..

McCain: are you going to ask Obama to repudiate the various Republican comments as well? Last I looked, at least 4 Repub. leaders called you out on your actions as well. How about John Kerry? Is he not allowed to call you out on your low-road campaign? Once you start calling on Obama to repudiate, he'd have one heck of a lot of repudiating to do. When was the last time Obama asked YOU to repudiate things that have been said?

Why is it that Obama does not have to take any responsibility for himself? How is it that it is okay to rediculously accuse Sen. McCain and Gov. Palin of " sowing the seeds of hatred and division" but not okay to expose Obama's shady past with an American terrorist?(Obama said Ayers was "rehabilitaded???Please…)
How can so many people turn a blind eye to what is so obvious – Obama has disqualified himself for the Presidency – over and over – again with his choices of "Mentors"…. has Rev. "G. D. America" Wright gone to "REHAB" too?

Right is right folks,McPain is fueling this thing and there are some people in this world,that just can't imagine a black man running for President,I am a black man and I'm not voting for Obama because he's black,at first I didn't know who he was but I sat down and really listened to what he had to say,whats he said made sense to me,the issues we face need fixing,I think that anybody who thinks and votes because they aren't fully aware of the candidate,or votes because of the color of a man's skin is STUPID!!!!! I will be the first to say if Obama doesn't do what he says he's gonna do,then OUT he goes in four years,but at this point anything is better that McBushpalicain right now!!!!!!

I trust all of you supporting Obama are ready to practise the "goose step" since Fascism is not far behind if this dangerous individual is elected President. In addition it was Bill Clinton, Pelosi, Frank, and Dodd that are the cause of this economic crisis and they should be prosecuted for it! It makes me want to think about giving up my citizenship if this person is elected.

Lewis is correct.

At least McCain finally showed some humanity yesterday, but the rest of his campaign is trash.

Why is Obama responsible for what John Lewis said, he is a grown man. These comments that John Lewis said are being made by serveral people so there must be some concern.

McCain believes that just because he spent one day out of the past week defending Obama, that he wasnt the one who started this nonsense. It is his supporteers who are spewing hatred, and congressman lewis is correct, it is the atmosphere that mccain has created. If something happens to obama it will be because of this hatred that is being stoked

The opening of the Declaration of Independence written by Thomas Jefferson in 1776, states as follows:

"We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Happiness."

I am no Thomas Jefferson and I cannot say things as eloquently or as empowering but if Obama is elected, I will know that the statement “All men are created equal” will become a reality!

It’s McCain, and ESPECIALLY Palin who should be apologizing- they brought this on themselves while THEY use disgusting and FALSE characterizations of Obama. When THEIR supporters, whether "hardworking Americans" or otherwise, say things like "kill him" at YOUR rallies. Take responsibility for igniting such violent language and climate. Those individuals should have IMMEDIATELY been swooped up from your events by the Secret Service and interrogated at a threat.

Perplexed in Providence

I am a football, volley ball, gynastic, drama, basketball and track Mom. I have held the children of Iraq. I am responsiblile for following orders which led to the bombing of innocent children, women and men in Iraq because they had oil, oil not WMDs. This is why some Soldiers suffer from PTSD. There can never be victory in Iraq. We were wrong to invade Iraq. I ask that McCain and Palin stop talking about a victory in Iraq. We have destroyed a country.

John Lewis is right. Shame on you Mccain. I bet even you are scared of these crowds.

Is this Obama's and the democrats' chance to finally, meaningfully turn the tide and win more than a 51% mandate? Obama should consider going on the offensive just like Congressman Lewis and making clear the choice that any still undecided voters face: join the lynch mob McCain and Palin (and Bush and Cheney and Rove) have stirred up; or get on the side of mutual respect, tolerance and real democracy. I think McCain has gone far enough that there is nothing impolitic in pushing anyone still on the margin to recognize how far and to turn their backs on the Republican agenda of hate, division, distraction and corruption for good, so America can.

This is what happens when you sell your soul to the devil!!! John McCain is not John McCain the "maverick." He has no "fire in his belly" because he does not believe his plan because he has kowtowed to spew the fear mongering and lies of the Republican Party's plan. A complete lack of integrity and judgment. This is his last ditch effort to do to Barack what George Bush did to him in 2000.

Please vote for hope for the future and not out of the fear mongering spewed by the Republican Party!!

Obama-Biden all the way!!!

Why does Sen. Obama have to address anything? Congressman Lewis was right, let congressman Lewis answer to his own words. Obama needs not say a thing.

Spare me. John McCain needs to repudiate the words of Rev. Arnold Conrad said today before John started his talk

"I would also pray, Lord, that your reputation is involved in all that happens between now and November, because there are millions of people around this world praying to their god — whether it's Hindu, Buddha, Allah — that his opponent wins, for a variety of reasons,"

"And Lord, I pray that you would guard your own reputation, because they're going to think that their god is bigger than you, if that happens. So I pray that you will step forward and honor your own name with all that happens between now and Election Day,"

Not sure what the "bible" this so called pastor is but I am Christian and I am supporting Obama and I do so because his faith matches his positions on healthcare, jobs, education, care for children, care for our wounded war veterans bringing an end to the needless war in Iraq.

After you hurl sleazy and deceptive attacks,then claim to be the victim?! Typical sleazy Karl Rove Tactic, or has it just become a typical Republican tactic? McCain and Palin deserve the anger because they are whipping up the lynch mobs. Nothing like mindless angry old people stomping around a small arena. McShameless!

Thank you Rep Lewis for saying what most americans have been thinking. No apologizing from you or sen. Obama is needed. I am a 61 year old white woman who will vote for Sen Obama not because he is any of any one race but because he is the right person for the job at this time. Thre is only one race of people on this planet and that is the HUMAN RACE!!!! When we can finally accept that then we will finally have peace on earth.

It is John McCain who should stop Gov. [Sarah] Palin from sowing the seeds of hatred and division not John Lewis. John is just commenting on what is going on.

John is not the VP running with Obama and is not part of his campain but Palin running with McCain and he should control what she is saying.

The thruth hurts…doesnt it Senator McCain.

I am sick to death of Nobama pulling the race card every step of the way. I hope on Wednesday during the debate McCain challenges Nobama to show his birth certificate to all of America.
Let's see what the Messiah and his followers have to say then. They will all find out very soon that they are backing an Indonesian Muslim for president.
He will be kicked out the country and told not to come back.

Lewis is right, but McCain simply doesn't get it! And Palin all ready lost it.

So McCain-Palin wil loose it.

McShame,
Don't be afraid. He is just making true statements, not baseless and worthless accusations. You have done whatever you want and how don't call upon Obama to stop this. I don't think Obama can stop this because all he has in common with this guy is both are black and democrat. He is just simply exercising his freedom of speech. Remember McFalin, what goes around comes around. So, shut up, take it and move. For God's sake, get a life, McBush.

Watching that video and seeing those people telling John McCain they were afraid of an Obama Presidency, and telling him to “do something” makes me think that Congressman Lewis’s words were not strong enough. The relationship between Black and White is fine as long as a Black Man is not in a position to become the first African America President. In other words, we stay in our place.

What in Gods name do they think is going to happen?

I became nausea watching and listening to John McCain telling these individuals; “ you don’t have to be afraid of Senator Obama, he’s a decent person, and you don’t have to be afraid of the Obama Presidency”. To me he appeared to be enjoying every minute of it. I don’t think John McCain and Sarah Palin started this mess. It has been there, beneath the surface just waiting for someone to provide the opening and John McCain and Sarah Palin opened the door and are doing a very good job of feeding it and keeping it going. If anyone needs to back off it's them.

So is this where we are heading? Is this what the press wants to see? Is this what the American people so desire? The white Honky is finally getting theirs?

Listen to ourselves, "The chickens are coming home to roost?", compliments of Reverend Wright, the rhetoric of Louis Farrakhan (oops, Reverend Farrakhan), Alcee Hastings and now John Lewis.
Where do we expect this to go? Since we are being honest, then lets ask ourselves, what do we intend our end result to be with all of these important people using their place in society to make such statements?

Lets be honest. Get to it. Get on with it. Get beyond it! In the process let's take responsibility for our own actions in society. Be a better person every day. Only then will change occur.

Are you kidding? This is exactly what MCain/Palin have been doing. What is wrong with this man? Maybe he needs to rewind some of his neagative campaign ads. Or listen to himself and Palin at all his rallies last week. Has he really "forgotten" how they were enraging their supporters everytime he and Palin asked "who is Barack Obama"? They knew exactly what they were doing…it just turned on them and NOW McCain wants Obama on his side? MCCAIN STARTED THIS RACIAL MUDSLINGING…THIS IS SCARY!!!

Lewis was right, McCain/Palin "have been sowing seeds of hatred"!

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.

McCain should have his supporters to the apologies. Palin and McCain have supported this undercurrent of racism throughout this campaign. They are desperate to try and win under any circumstances. Cong. Lewis is right.

john mccain is without the gene that allows him to be ashamed.

McShame/Palling Campaign Supporters:

The Religious Right is neither.

Hey John,

I guess you don't ever watch the news. You are missing the part where you and Sarah are running the ugliest campaign in US Presidential Politics.
But after reading Rolling Stones, Make-Believe Maverick, the only person you are trying to impress is you.
John you were born to be a leader. Your Grandfather and father, may the rest peace, must be rolling over in their graves.
You have done nothing but disgrace their names. Shame.

Obama/Biden

Thank you, John Lewis.

John Lewis is an export in this subject he lived through hateful speach and hateful actions. Lewis is calling a spade a spade. I call on McCain to repudiate his hateful divisive campaign and apologize to John Lewis and the American people. Has McCain even apologized to Obama for his supporter calling UNTRUTHFULLY callig him a muslim, terrorist, threatening to kill kim and using his middle name.

McCain has no honor!

Thank you, Rep. Lewis!

McShame, shut up!

Enough, Barack Obama has had to denounce just about everybody he has had contact with to please everybody else. This just isn't right, If your going to vote for a man you do it because of what he is not what his friends say or do. We all have acquaintances that might not be considered good enough by some, and I don't want to be judged for what anybody else does.

Finally somebody had to guts to say it!! We all have been thinking the same thing.

Yeah, Lewis crossed the line. How dare he say the obvious?

Well said, John Lewis! Too bad if the truth hurts, McCain! There is a difference between negative remarks and incendiary remarks, as have been made by Sarah Palin. There is no exscuse for the lies, the fear-mongering, and the kind of talk that encourages a lynch mob mentality. If this is what Republicans have to do when they are losing, they deserve to lose BIG TIME.

I fully agree with John Lewis' comments. As a public high school teacher in both Atlanta and Chicago for the last 6 years, I am fully aware of the implications of such anger, disrespect, and aggression for my students, my colleagues, and the communities that I have served as a member of Teach For America and an alumnus of the movement for educational equity in this nation.
John McCain should be apologizing for his work to insight such anger with adds that call Obama "too risky" and question his integrity and patriotism. John Lewis said what many Americans have been thinking…that the McCain/Palin ticket is actually increasing the likelihood of violent separatism and prejudice in this country that could have endless consequences over the course of the next 4 months and beyond.

It's time for Obama to give his speech about Race.

All you democrats are paranoid. Anything happens, You all run and yell RACISM.
stop being so paranoid. ITs not all about race.
and stop using it as an excuse.

Palin has been under a microscope since the beginning. she can not do anything without people saying something negative.

Why dont you all put Biden under microscope. Why dont you go to his state and find some goods. I am sure there is lots.

Stop being so paranoid

another comment; McCain thought his lady choice whold sway theladies vote  but his problem is  he did not chose a lady he chose a maverick  (people over 49 remember ) The Mavericks a tv show we have come to a point in life where color is a fact of life and we acept the fact that we all live in this world togather and we got where  we are togather and for thouse little people who want to iive in theirown little coner the coner has turned into a room what gets me morethese peopl say they are Christians God has no respect of  presonhow could you even think you are Christ like with the things you say and do? Christians has a bleeding heart, understands  right  from wrong even though it hurts bad at times , so for the Mc Cain campand followers Senator Lewis felt it his Christian duty  to make thesehonest remarks

The sad truth about what Congressman Lewis said it is true. Senator McCain and Gov. Palin have set the fire for starting Racial Strife. Allow their people talik about Kill Obama, calling him a terrorist….

This is said…… Gov. Palin and Dick Chaney at least Dick Chaney had Balls!!!!!

Thats all you see from the REPUBLICANS! Look at the convention they held. it was ALL WHITE MEN and a few WHITE WOMAN..with "THE" token black man.

Republicans spew their hate every single day and cover it up under the blanket of relgion, chirst and god. They use their bible as the excuse why there are so full of hate when they claim its love.

The republican party is NOTHING but hating, biggoted, bias, people. Period.

It is clear that McCain has a bunch of NUTS working for him!!!!!!!!!!!!

Congressman John Lewis is telling the truth, and Obama has nothing to repudiate. For the record, I'm white, conservative, Republican, and am appalled and disgusted by the way McCain and Palin have conducted themselves.

I never thought I would say this, but I'm voting for Obama/Biden on election day.

What gumption this horrid hypocrite McCain has. You've barely lifted a finger to repudiate the hatred of your "base" Senator McCain, only begrudgingly trying to correct them yesterday after you started getting bad press. Shame on you, Senator McCain. You may have been a war hero, but you're one slimy politician.

This is getting scary and dangerous. McCain fought for the same rights that he is now trampling all over. McCain and Palin's behavior is not only disgusting and disgraceful, but it's embarrasing to all Americans. Doris Kerns Goodwin (last night on CNN) accurately compared McCain/Palin's attacks to the 1930's Nazi rhetoric – and that was not a stretch!

Lewis is correct, the McCain/Palin camp are reigniting a fire that they will not be able to put out.

the moment i decide to vote Obama…80 years old White Lady from small town .. in her town There is no progressive talker right-wing talkers on radioall day. she ask obamab a one question ?… she asked him Who Are You? Obama responded to.. I Am Your Son .don’t let them scare you” …
.She definately had tears in her eyes .she is voting for obama..

There is nothing to repudiate. Lewis is speaking the truth.

You must understand that McCain/Palin have nothing to entice Americans to vote for them, so they must play on fear and racism. McCain/Palin are representative of the elitist group that does not care about anyone or anything; other than getting what they want. To them and the Republican Party machine, the end does justify the means.

It’s all about character or lack of.

Please, Please, Please Sen. Obama do not repudiate Lewis' remarks. As far as I am concerned there is nothing to repudiate. And please, please, please Sen. Obama do not follow in the footsteps of your angry opponents. Today, I pray for the highest level of civility coming from all four candidates for the remainder of the campain.

Character attacks?? That is exactly what McCain and Palin are doing!
They don't like negative feedback, but they spew it constantly.

Please take me off of moderation.

Let's set the record straight, John.

Mr. Lewis is addressing your and your sidekicks hateful and inflammatory speeches–"What I am seeing reminds me too much of another destructive period in American history. Sen. McCain and Gov. [Sarah] Palin are sowing the seeds of hatred and division, and there is no need for this hostility in our political discourse," Lewis said in a statement.

If anyone should apologize, it should be you and your campaign, and not just to Mr. Obama, but to all the citizens of the USA!

You and Palin are a disgrace.

When I think the McCain campaign has stooped as low as they can, they find additional ways to stoop lower. I have NEVER seen such a disrespectful campaign…EVER! All they have been doing is fueling hatred and fear in order to try to win more votes…they are invoking hatred in their supporters.

It is sad to say, but I use to respect John McCain back in 2000. As a moderate and fiscal conservative, he seemed to stand for a lot of my values politically. However, after all that is transpired…NO WAY, NO HOW, NO MCCAIN/PALIN. This campaign has continually disgusted me and now to see all this fear mongering….ugh. It makes me sick. McCain should be the one apologizing!

McCain and Palin have lowered the political discourse to previously unplumbed depths. They are inciting hatred, division and a polarization that will destroy this country and I genuinely fear for the safety of Obama should he get elected.

Read the Rolling Stone article on McCain to get the true measure of this fraudulent, spoilt brat.

He and Palin need to sink into obscurity and we can only hope they haven't already done permanent damage to our culture.

Unfortunately Lewis is right and McCain has noone to blame but himself..Those people at McCains rallies are like the 60's coming back to life. SAD!!

What Mr. Lewis said is exactly right. Mccain and Palin have gone too far and Mccain knows it, that's why he took the mike from one and corrected others, but he should have realized what he was doing before it got to this point. Mccain has poor judgment and Palin has no judgment or for that matter she seems to have no scruples. I hope enough Americans sees through the two of them. Obama is an honorably man and is the leader we need. They have put evil in the campaign. I for one an very disappointed.

If you fan the embers a fire will burn – this is only the latest irresponsible phase of McCain/ Palin, but it is surely the most dangerous one. For everyone's sake, I hope they stop and turn this around. Rep. Lewis is 100% right – many more need to concur!

I believe he (McCain) doth protest too much. Rep. Lewis is totally correct and there is nothing to repudiate. This is exactly what McCain and Palin are doing. The words, lies and and the sliming that McCain and Palin (and their pundits) being directed at Sen. Obama are offensive to me and millions of Americans so they need to stop this false protest and change their ways or just shut up. They have made your beds – now they need to lie in them. Negativity is not what we Americans ever wanted but you wouldn't stop…. so tough. And if you whine at the truth as put out by Rep. Lewis, then McCain and Palin are even bigger babies than I thought.

Who installed the politics of fear? Republicans…

Mr. Lewis is right on with his comments. I'm glad he decided to step up to the plate and say something. I'm sure this also might have been in respone to a lively debate held in GA this past week between 2 congressional candidates. Everytime the Dem candidate mentioned Obama's name, someone in the audience shouted "bomb him"….so McCain and Palin's behavior is spreading across the country.

Obama should not respond to this at all…Mr. Lewis did not mention his name at all in his statement. So if John McCain wants someone to apologize, he should be seeking that apology from Mr. Lewis and not Obama.

I've got an idea! Why doesn't McCain suspend his campaign again so he can convene a committee to study the economic terror gripping the country (not that he'd understand the results), and another to study Lewis's comments AND those by his designated mud-slinger Sarah Palin, the grinning buffoon.

She eggs the crowds on to the edge of violence, and then they wonder why Lewis would say what he's said.

The more I see Palin, the more I wonder why the publishers of 'Mad' magazine don't sue her for stealing their "What, me worry" grin.

80 years old White Lady from small town .. in her town There is no progressive talker right-wing talkers on radio all day. she ask obama a one question ?… she asked him Who Are You? Obama responded to.. I Am Your Son .don’t let them scare you” …
.She definately had tears in her eyes .she is voting for obama..

what about obama during the primaries telling his supporter to get in Rupublican and Independent voters faces and yell at them.

What about Obama In NV when he said if they bring knives, we bring guns!

those comments are very alarming!

The democrats are running the most racist of all campaigns in U.S. History, virturally all black are voting democrat, wonder why , could it be thier voting color and color alone-answer yes Obama is not qualified, and has no judgment, to have judgment, one needs experience to base it on, obama has no experience. Obama is the one that attented the church of a hate filled pastor for 20 years, not John Mccain.

It's time for McCain to step down!

McCain and Palin have incited hatred, fanned the flames, and stood by while their supporters shout "terrorist" and "traitor".

They have sown the wind; sadly, we shall all reap the whirlwind.

Mr. Lewis is absolutely correct.

McCain/Palin are spewing hate and inciting violence with their attacks.

I hope Sen. Obama just ignores McCain's idiotic call for him to repudiate Lewis' remarks.

Unbelievable.

Obama/Biden 08 !!!!

lets see if cnn will let a pro republican view thru
i have been a dem all my life and i finally understand
financial crises
was not caused because of greed
greed came because of social engineering
social engineering came from the dems
so now we have a mortgage issue that became a financial crises
all because the dems wanted non qualifield people to be sold houses,
with the house and the congress controled by the dems and if obama wins the white house, they will be in control of more social engineering we will see the another fall of our economy in about 10 years.

McoCain unleashes simpleton Palin upon society and when anyone questions her intellect or ethics, we're sexist or biased.

McAnger hypes up an esteemed U.S. Congressman as a dangerous terrorist threat, and goes into a state of shock when he is called on it.

This man is either inherently stupid stupid or he thinks you are. . . neither option makes for a good U.S. president.

Oh fer cryin' out loud. McCain is truly a sleazebag and a disgrace. I'm embarrased to be a citizen of the USA with a national ticket of McCain/Palin.

McCain and Palin, and the entire Republican Party, have sown the seeds of hate, anger, injustice and greed in this nation. So eager is the McCain campaign to win, that they will stoop to the most heated and dangerous rhetoric….spouting applause lines that have now turned into (potentially) violence lines.

Palin, as McCain's stand-in, was brought on board for this very reason, since clearly she had little else to add to the ticket. McCain's consultants realized he needed to trash Obama…but doing it directly would make him look like a hypocrite. Enter Ms. Palin, mindless proxy pit bull, whose speeches, if they were in German, would be eerily reminiscent of another person who once stirred the nationalistic lowest common denominator for purely partisan reasons.

The rhetoric that John and Cindy McCain, the Palins, and the right -wing media (check out Sean Hannity's recent "documentary" about Obama!) continue to produce against Obama IS deplorable and shameful. Have any of you ever listened to the hate rhetoric about the Jews during WWII or the Tutsis in Rwanda? It's the SAME kind of fear inducing, incendiary language. The hate genie is out of the bottle, and it's going to take many people with courage, especially on the right-wing, Republican side, to say "Enough already! If we are going to fight, let's fight about the issues, not spread hate." It has to be a Republican, because these folks won't listen to a Democrat. And it needs to happen soon, because I'm afraid our country is veering down a dangerous path and people are going to get hurt.

Palin has incited the crowds this entire week with the Ayers statements. Today she's not mentioning Ayers but only sticking to the issues I've heard .people scream KILL HIM, TERRIOST and Palin nor McCain said nothing to stop it. It wasn't until Friday when the report was coming out about Palin, that McCain decided to quiet down the crowds because McCain didn't want the Democratic Party going after Palin and her abuse of power in firing an innocent man. The Republican party wanted the report about Palin not to be an issue and if it became an issue, they would say "SEE MCcain denounce the racist remarks about Obama. I wonder if the report had come out positive about Palin would McCain have denounce the negavity because he didn't denounce it earlier it the week. Listen my fellow Americans, the Republican party is the most crafted party at trying to switch things in their favor.. BE WARE OF WOLVES IN SHEEP CLOTHING… McCain / Palin wear their coats very well but we are onto you McCain and HELL NO Obama should not repute Lewis because Lewis is right. McCain and Palin incited racism and brought back the 60's of the south. McCain/Palin put Obama's life even more in danger and showed no remorse. My fellow American's let's shouuld them we can come together as one. Obama/Biden '08

McCain and Palin are putting themselves first, instead of country.
All I have to say is if anything happens, or attempt to happen to Barack Obama, this country will be ripped apart. It will pale in comparission to what happened in the 60's.
We will have a culture war, and put the country back 40 years.

John Lewis is an honorable man, and John McCain, you have no honor, and Sarah Palin is unethical (and that has been determined by the Alaska Legislation).

Tony

I watched the recent Sara Palin rally and I can tell you she hasn't toned down her comments. So, I have no problem with what John Lewis is saying. He is basically putting to words what a majority of us are thinking. No apology to McCain needed.

The McCain / Palin campaign has lost touch with reality .
It's as if there taking Rush Limbaugh's non proscribed Narcotics.

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Shame on you McCain trying to turn the tables. John Lewis is on point.

The hate mongering from the McCain campaign is deplorable. My fear is that some "inspired" racist out of some twisted sense of patriotism will do to Obama what was done to , Bobby and John Kennedy, and Martin Luther King. This is serious and McCain/Palin need to ameliorate thier supporters, not encourage the extremist racists and bigots in their party.

McCains poll #'s have dropped since they went negative. Another great move by Steve Schmidt. Karl Rove you aint buddy.

Senator McCain – take responsibility for the actions of your VP- Congressman Lewis should not have had to address the problem – you should have never allowed it to occurred. So stop whinning and campaign in a responsible manner

Let's set the record straight, John.

Mr. Lewis is addressing your and your sidekicks hateful and inflammatory speeches–"What I am seeing reminds me too much of another destructive period in American history. Sen. McCain and Gov. [Sarah] Palin are sowing the seeds of hatred and division, and there is no need for this hostility in our political discourse," Lewis said in a statement.

If anyone should apologize, it should be you and your campaign, and not just to Mr. Obama, but to all the citizens of the USA!

You and Palin are a disgrace.

Unfortunately, Rep. Lewis said what America was thinking during the Palin rally. Growing up in Birmingham, AL, I also, recognize the tone of hatred when it's inferred.

Send The Pitbull packing back to Alaska for Impeachment, and where she can hurt a MAX of 600,000 people.

Do NOT keep here down here where millions of people's lives are at risk of her hypocritical racism.

Lewis is an idiot who can only see things in racial terms.

How about McCain offer an apology for Palin saying Obama pals around with terrorists, or he speaks up when his supporters repeatedly say all muslims are terrorists, or put out pictures of Obama looking like a monkey. I don't see him putting out even a whisper denying the outright lies that travel out there about Obama.

hypocritical much?

Take the initiative, close the door to fear. We all have fears. The question is, are we going to control them or allow then to control us? Inaction is not only the result, but the cause of fear. The longer we let things slide the harder they become. Anyone who doesn,t take initiative is guaranteed to fail. It is time to get rid of racism and see people as they are. Thank you Congressman Lewis for taking the initiative, McCain and Palin should be repudiated ……………not Obama………… I honestly believe Mr. McCain is loosing his bearings. If this campaign has caused him to loose his mind…………. think about him being the President.

It is disgusting the way the democratic campaign and democrat americans have treated McCain and Palin. You all should be ashamed of yourselves.

Senator McCain, both you and Gov. Palin have done nothing in the last few weeks but spout incendiary remarks about Sen. Obama. Neither he nor Sen. Lewis need to apologize for the honest remarks made by Sen. Lewis. Both you, Senator McCain, and "she who abused her power as governor" Palin, are the ones who need to make amends. Shame on you!!

Senator McCain.

You and your BFF (Palin) have got to be out of your ever-loving minds! Hatred acts deserve to be called out for what they are. As an African-American, I have never been skewed by the fact that there typically has only been Caucasians to vote for. Not once in my almost 40 years have I thought anything negative about any of the candidates and not once have I never exercised my right to vote which I could have if I had such twisted views that "they don't represent me". But this election, all of this "I'm scared" , "Terrorist", and "Kill 'em" stuff by some of your supporters has me in total dislike of your entire campaign because you neglected to squash all of the negativity and totally unwarranted attacks against Senator Obama. I was watching your campaign for solutions, but it's become quite sickening listening to the constant barrage of misleading information spewing from Governor Palin's and your mouths and obvious that solutions from the McCain campaign I will not find. Truely shameful!

McCain/Palin are getting exactly what they deserve. Someone is calling them out on the negativity they are promoting and they don't like that. If they can dish it out then they should be able to take it. If you promote hate and nastiness that is exactly what you get back. John McCain has lost votes not necessarily because of his policies but because of who he is showing himself to be.

Thank you Congressman Lewis for standing up to the politics of hate. Senator McCain, have you no sense of decency sir?

God Bless lewis -he played a major role in the civil rights movements
and when we look back after this election he gain further praise for saving the US ffrom looking like some hird world country.
When is Mc Cain going to come to grips with the fact the election is over
God Bless Congressman Lewis

Mr. Lewis has nothing to apologize for.

He is pleading for the hateful rhetoric to stop before some nut tries or does something as horrible as what happened in Alabama.

It is weak, manipulative people that use this type of dangerous rhetoric to control weak dangerous minds.

John McCain and Sarah Palin are a disgrace.

Welcome to a world where a Presidential and Vice Presidential Candidate (McCain and Palin) have both been found guilty of ethics violations. This has never happened before in a Presidential election or happened during a Presidential term.

When we talk about ethics and knowing people maybe we should question the people who have been found guilty of actually committing the violation.

I havn't seen a person in my lifetime as hateful as Sarah Palin, and her hate springs over to the entire McCain campaign, including McCain himself. She has angered everyone with her rheortric regarding Ayers, and now it blows up in their face. I can't believe they would take their campaign on this road, Obama is a respectful decent man and is going to lead the country on the right road, and not with HATE LIKE SARAH PALIN . God forbid she gets in the white house. We must not vote for McCain, Sarah's husband will be in the white house where he doesn't belong.

OH REALY, LOOK IN THE MIRROR JOHN. Get rid of that Alaskian lunatic.

Obama should not repudiate Lewis comments. John McCain should apologize to Obama and the American people for his disgraceful campaign antics. I grew up in Alabama when George Wallace was governor and I agree with Lewis. McCain is spewing the same hateful rhetoric and innuendo that Wallace did. When McCain finally spoke up at a rally after a supporter (not very bright I might add) called Obama an Arab, he only did because he knew if he didn't , his reputation would be even more damaged than it already has. Shame on John McCain, he's no longer a leader. In my opinion, after this disgraceful campaign, his place in history will be forever marred.

As a independent voter, The McCain campaign has inflamed those rally to act in this manner. They knew exactly what their doing with those crowds. All of us can see this but the Republicans, they know they are behind in the polls and already stated that they have to change the subject.
It's amazing how well they try to play the innocent victim's to everything and has always CHARGE Sen.Obama with every wrong that is going on in this Country.
I really like to thank people like Kathleen Parker, for her honesty and intergity.

Somebody needed to say it!! That it came from this particular source is even more important. If anything happens to Obama as a result of McCain and Palin's hate mongering, they should both be put on trial!!!!!

I think its time to look into the behavior of Sarah Heath Palin. She appears to have a behavior of a narcacistic socipath egomaniac. I think its time for CNN to have a consultant look at her behavior also Senator McCain's, McCain also showing signs of having early symptoms of alheimzier disease . its time for serious evaulations.

I agree with Kathy! I too remember George Wallace and the "hate" he spued. It is time for the real John McCain to clean up the mess he has made and apologize to the Country for this new era of divisivness that we have not experienced in many years. We are one America………

Lewis is bang on correct. What's there to apologize? Palin attacks Obama today about abortion? And dismisses the fact she was found in violation of alaska ethics laws YET still says she did nothing wrong?

Where is the lack of character really lying?

No matter what Sen. McCain says, ya'll cry racist or "not fair." Typically lefties. Grow up!

If you had the nads, you'd be willing to debate Obama's past, ACORN, Ayers, Wright, etc. The truth is NOT in you favor. He has more in his closet than a GLBT rally

God help this country!!! Pray Obama loses!!!

I AM A CANADIAN BUT HAVE BEEN WATCHING THE ELECTIONS PLAY OUT , WHAT I AM SEEING IS THERE IS MUCH RACISM STILL VERY PREVALENT IN THE USA ,DID YOU THINK IT WOULD CHANGE .? THERE ARE A VERY ,VERY LARGE NUMBER OF PEOPLE WHO DO NOT WANT A BLACK PRESIDENT . THE PROXINITY OF YOUR ELECTIONS IS BRINGING OUT THE FEVOR IN THOSE WHO DO NOT. I PRAY FOR BOTH CANDIDATES FOR AT THIS TIME IT IS THEY WHO NEED OUR PRAYERS.

McCain thinks that Americans are ignorant and without brains. He has been banging Barack with lies upon lies, he now realizes that most Americans are tired of his sick attacks against Barack. We all know it is because his horrible tactics that blew up in his face drove him to act like he supports and cares about Barack. HIS COMPLIMENTS TOWARDS bARACK ARE HOLLOW AT BEST………..HE PLAYED THE RACE CARD THRUOGH HIS SUPPORTERS and it was realized by the American public, he knowing that is now putting on a false face.

I am so happy Rep. John Lewis has spoken out against McCain and Palin's dispicable behavior of sowing hate-filled seeds. But there should be many more leaders speaking out against this ignorant and dangerous actions. The Secret Service should investigate this matter.

Also, every American should reject McCain and Palin completely. Utilizing our voting power will definitely speak volumes against these dirty and nasty tactics !

Obama-Biden in '08 ans 2012 !

Rep. Lewis – THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU! More leaders need to step up and say what we are all thinking.
McCain/Palin's desperate attempts to win the presidency by inciting hatred is a national disgrace. Republicans, Democrats, Independents, AMERICANS need to all demand more from our leaders & citizens.

OBAMA/BIDEN 08!

From over the ditch in Australia it looks like McCain and Palin were inciting racism and using wedge politics. A shameful case of redneck group think.

Vote for change and rejoin us America as part of the world. Your strong but fair leadership is required to help us address the global needs of the planet.

John Lewis has bagage. Check him out!

McCain/Palin in 08!

OBreakUS/Buffoon NEVER!!

I think Gov. Sarah Palin and Sen. McCain should apologize. Gov. Palin incites and brings out the hatred and sadistic nature of humanity and no way as a Christian are we to bring forth fruits of hatred and call a brother a terrorist. I am challenging the McCain Campaign why their right wing organization who was part of the Annaheim fund recruited Obama when they where the ones who recruited and appointed Mr. Ayers. They should have appraised him of the ties of Ayers, but than Sen. Obama the Christian he is would have joined anyway as any one of us who don't just pretend to be pentacostals would have done also . They owe Sen. Obama an apology since they were the once's in charge of the appointments to that board. Gov. Palin he who throws the first stones, most of us Christians who were not always Christians did things what we are not so proud of now when we were not saved, are we not forgiven??? The bible states only Satan throws our past sin in our face! Once we became Christians we don't try to take other peoples liflyhood away, abuse power and go on personal vendettas are we?

Dear John McCain-
You were wrong to pick Ms. Sarah Palin who is responsible for this hatemongering but you senator are just as guilty for allowing it to go on at your events. I am sorry but I can't trust you and will not be voting for you. I will be voting Obama/Biden. I don't understand why you won't denounce Sarah Palin but then again you picked her so why should you? She has no business being Vice President of ANYTHING!

Palin's crowds are getting smaller, mostly of teens who's parents
MADE them attend. Befitting of her. Although after her being found
guilty of abusing her power, I'm surprised that anyone still shows up.
Some people love torture.

If anyone believes that Palin knows anything ANYTHING about God, than you folks have lost your minds.

the woman is a typical pandora. An evil woman whose ways of moving up are lies and anger.

If any of you think there is a place in heaven for Palin, than heaven must be a very horrible place.

Up until that last rally where he put that old lady in her place, Mr.Lewis' comments were right on the money.

Palin was encouraging it, and McCain was condoning it via his silence about the comments directed at Obama.

When Palin repudiates her hate-filled rants, then Mr. Lewis may be called upon, fairly to rescind his comments.

The truth must be very "shocking" to a campaign who repeatedly avoids it.

Obama/Biden

NO way, No, how, No McCain/Palin

I would post my view point on this issue but since CNN Deletes all the Republican votes I won't bother.
I always liked reading CNN on my computer everyday. But not any more. All you are doing by sensoring all the posts is trying to paint Obama into the white house and loosing all creditability with the American public in the process. Get a life. It won't work. The American people are too smart to fall for all your crap. Racism has nothing to do with it. This country was started by God faring Christian people and that is what the Democratic party is trying to corrupt. Have a nice day.

No way Obama repudiates Lewis, McCain the supposedly fit for commander in chief, could not even rein his own campaign including Sarah Palin for the hatered they spewed. Palin has been Hannitized two weeks prior by the cotton ball head radio host at Fox network. McCain harvested what he saw. Obama / Biden 08

It is about time someone with credibility called what has been going on what it is. The Nixonian attitude that " the ends justify the means" has got to be stopped before the healing the nation needs is set back decades by the rhetoric encouraged by the Senator McCain and his crowd,

Only he can absolve himself of what he and his campaign have created. He and his crowd owe America an apology.

Senator McCain is not the man I supported in 2002 in Michigan.As a veteran of 26+ years it is sad to witness one of my heros allowing such tactics in his quest to be the leader of the country.

The thing about this that gets me is that McCain & Palin are supposed to be Christians. If these actions they are encouraging are Christian, well, I have a bridge to sell you that goes nowhere. These are the most hateful disgusting people I have ever seen. I used to like John McCain even though I would not have voted for him in any case. But it seems that the moment he tied his campaign to Miss Alaska, the whole thing has gone down into the gutter. I predict a very ugly debate this Wednesday. It's his last chance.

What we now have is a candidate whose mental records history
is permanently sealed and who is now endorced by the
NRA. Pretty risky business!

TO CNN……….I HOPE YOUR ANGELIC ALASKAN AND ANTI_CHRIST ARIZONIAN GET ELECTED,JUST SO YOU LOSE YOUR FIRST AMENDMENT RIGHTS!!!!! I HOPE TO SEE YOU IN THE UNEMPLOYMENT LINE,BECAUSE YOU PERSONALLY HAVE EFFECTIVELY REMOVED MINE.

Sarah Palin is a dangerous lunatic. It is her outlandish behavior that has ruin Sen. John McCain's campaign. John Lewis is perfectly right. After all , who is more appropriate to identify these behaviors. There is anything that Sen. Obama should repudiate.

You know if anything hurtful or dangerous happens to Obama or his family, it will be the McCain/Palin campaign's fault.

Amen to all of the people who have commented so insightfully here. Sen. Obama may, because he is a level-headed person, apologize for Rep. Lewis' comparison, but he certainly should not feel obligated to. Sen. McCain may not have started this, but other members of his campaign did, and he is ultimately responsible for their actions.

Why haven't we heard anything kind from Sarah Palin? She is the one who began fanning these racist flames and stoking the anger and fear of her supporters. She is the one who should look a little deeper and see that her words have catered to the fear that some Americans feel, based on Sen. Obama's race and name. Unfortunately, these folks are incapable of doing a little research and finding out for themselves that Sen. Obama is not an Arab, a Muslim or a terrorist. They can't see past the color of his skin, he is white, too! It is sad that there are still people around who fear an educated, intelligent man because his is bi-racial. But Palin needs to not exploit this fear and hatred, it isn't Christian in the least and Jesus himself would hang his head and cry.

Sarah Palin needs to apologize. She needs to call for her supporters to think reasonably and overcome their fear. McCain is a disgrace for allowing her free rein, but she is the true traitor.

Is McCain serious? Please, after the last few weeks of Palin and McCain inciting the worst out of his supporters and he thinks someone should repudiate Mr. Lewis's comments. Talk about being out of touch. Perhaps McCain should look at tapes of some of his rallies. McCain coming out now trying to calm people down is a farce and disingenuous, especially since Palin continues to spew lies and garbage about Obama. They need to look in the mirror before they begin to talk about what someone else is doing.

John McCain owns his supporters and he should be proud of them. If they are supporting him because of race hatred, he should be proud of that, too. We will have violence over the next few weeks, there has already been some reported, he should get credit for that as well.
Country first? who are you trying to fool?

Why in the world would Sen. Obama repudiate the TRUTH that Rep. John Lewis has stated.

What McCain and Palin need to do is apology to Sen. Obama and ALL of the America people for their hate-filled remarks and for wasting time in this election, turning the page from the economy, and turning to their old stale and dirty politics of fear, hatred, and division !

McCain-Palin's campaign is in the toilet. The question now is how will they exit – as someone who tried to focus on the economic wows with real solutions, or as someone who spent all of their time in negativity and divisions. I wonder which one will they choose.

I truly hope everyone will turn the page on this old dirty stale politics, and choose a better path. It's time for the American people to get it right and NOT vote for McCain-Palin, instead vote for change. It's time for this country to turn the page and seek a new and better future for ourselves and our children.It's time for REAL change in Washington, it's time to elect Barack Obama for president !

Obama-Biden are the wiser and stronger team to solve the crucial challenges we have in this nation and abroad !

As an Independent, I have been following both sides in order to make up my mind about my vote. But when the McCain campaign started this type of attack against Obama, I felt literally sick to my stomach. Lewis was correct in pointing this out and it is McCain and Palin who need to apologize…both to Obama and his family, as well as to the American people who have grown past this type of divisive attacks. Put the Rove book away, McCain, and remember who you used to be.

I don't understand. Someone explain. If you don't like obama and do not want him as a president and say so, why are the democrats having a fit about it.

Is everybody in this country supposed to be politically correct and vote for obama because of his race. I am sick to death of them pushing it in our face.

If you don't like a person's policies, race has nothing to do with it. And if you have ever ever ever visited one of the democratic blogs and see the absolute hatred and lies and slurring they posted about Hillary and now McCain how can they possibly say anybody else is posting hatred. It really stinks. obama started the race baiting as a way to knock Hillary out of the campaign and now he is doing it with McCain.

US politics are not much difference from politics in the rest of the world. Whats interesting about McCains campaign strategy is its parrellels to the Raila Odinga campaign when he ran for President of Kenya last year. Both campaigns more or less promoted intolerance against their opposition.

For Raila it was intolerance against the "evil" Kikuyu tribe. For McCain it is intolerance against the "distrustful" Barack HUSSEIN Obama (which McCain supporters convert into intolerance against "A-Rabs" and "Islamists"). What scary to me is the long-term effects of this sort of campaign. The emotions and thoughts that are stirred up will not just disappear on Nov 5th.

If Obama comes out against what Mr. Lewis said I will loose some respect for him because Mr. Lewis was 100% correct.

If some people can not see what McCain and Palin are doing then I feel sorry for them. In no way should Obama denounce the truth!

Apparently calling someone a terrorist is not hate. Apparently allowing people to continue to speak his middle name in a way that implies he's "foreign" or "risky" is not hate either. I guess yelling "kill him" at their rallies isn't hate either. Where is the "denouncement" from the McCain campaign towards his own supporters???? Is he going to denounce himself and his running mate. That's what I'd like to hear.

Incredible. These people make me sick. They are disgusting and their is no place in America for this type of hate. People like Lewis fought and many died speaking out against the sickness that McCain and Palin are now promoting.

If McCain wins this election our country will be MUCH worse off for it in more ways than one.

McCain is the one that needs to apoligize. Instead of owning up to his campaign's deplorable attacks, he now turns his attacks on an innocent man who had the courage to call him out. McCain claims he is legitimately criticizing Obama's records and policies, however, he is fully aware of the hate he and Palin are inciting at his rallies. He should have made a statement after the crowds in Florida at a Palin rally started chanting "kill him". So it's totally acceptable for a crowd to call for the murder of your opponent while your VP pick smiles idly by and fans the flames, but a civil rights leader cannot simly point out the obvious and say that this behavior is divisive and hateful. I don't ever recall there being chants of "kill him" by voters during any other presidential campaign. I believe that McCain/Palin are fully aware that their fear tactics are encouraging hate and fear amongst many who already decided to vote against Obama simply because of his race. You betcha this is about race! Certainly no one is chanting "kill him" at any of Obama's rallies.

I'm one of those Americans that's afraid right now. I posted a couple days ago about my neighborhood. I live down the road from a community called confederate ridge. A confederate cemetary is nearby. There's a lot of support for Obama in this DC suburb but we keep our head down because there's still a lot of crazy racist around here.

This makes it scary and hard to canvas for Obama. Do I now need to carry protection with me?

Well, i think John Lewis is right. Palin more then Mccain though is trying to froth up crowds to the point of getting Obama killed, imo. The Mccain camp crossed a line this week. I think they owe America an apology for the hate talk that has bled into their crowds. Palin and Mccain whip people up into a scary mob. Every one knows it. It's on film.

Should Obama renounce the actions of Bill Ayers? Yes he should. Should he distance himself from Rezko and Rev. Wright? Absolutely. Should Obama condemn the remarks of Rep. Lewis?

No way!

Sorry McCain, but this time the shoe fits. Your campaign is guilty as charged!

If the shoe fits….wear it!

I don't see why Senator Obama needs to repudiate or apologize for remarks made by another person.

Representative Lewis has been in politics a long time, and if he makes observations as he sees fit, well that's his prerogative.

Only he can repudiate his own remarks, not Obama, so this is simply another ridiculous tactic by the McCain campaign to paint Obama with the "angry black man" brush.

I'm heartened to see it isn't fooling anyone.

McCain & Palin looked the other way as insults were shouted and anger increased…The American people are not stupid Senator McCain. They know the strategies of the game…hey we learned from those who got us in the mess in the first place. Stick with the issues and provide realistic and acheivable solutions to the current crisis. Play the game with honor…or was that something you forgot about over the last 12 months.

I am so happy Rep. John Lewis has spoken out against McCain and Palin's dispicable behavior of sowing hate-filled seeds. But there should be many more leaders speaking out against this ignorant and dangerous actions. The Secret Service should investigate this matter.

Also, every American should reject McCain and Palin completely. Utilizing our voting power will definitely speak volumes against these dirty and nasty tactics !

Obama-Biden in '08 ans 2012 !

i am a long time Alaskan. One bright side to this deplorable M/P rehetoric is that when "Sara Stupid" returns to Alaska, she will quickly discover how embarrsed we all are by her tacky, phony, girl next door false image. this woman is an extremist and a perfect example of "what you see is not what you get." Alaskans have had their eyes opened, big time!

So now McCain's feelings are hurt. Boo hoo. Look how long he and his nurse S. Palin has been riling up the crowds so much so that they are making voilent threats. I guess McCain don't expect McSame.

Thank you for saying the truth Mr. Lewis! Obama should not apologize for nothing. Palin and McCain knew what they were doing

AMAZING….if this isn't the pot calling the kettle black.

PALIN/McCain having been spewing hate, telling lies and turning up the negative column and they are now reacting to a truth that has been spoken.

Please for the sake of the planet….call it quits and both take up residence in Alaska were you can keep an eye on the Russians from Palin's stoop.

The example that Lewis gave was spot on, because McCain even realizes that he and Palin may have went to far.

I've read every one of these posts, and not one of them gets it. Yesterday, two more U.S. banks were taken over by the Fed. McCain is trying to latch onto anything he can as a distraction, like a man in free-fall desperately grasping for a branch. And all of you posters are allowing yourselves to be distracted by becoming irate over this latest flap. Look how much time and energy you've put into berating McCain and Palin for their hate-filled rallies, while the whole time our country, as we know it, is going into the crapper. McCain is a victim of circumstances, and those circumstances have conspired to make him and Palin irrelevant. Does anyone really believe for one moment that McCain himself actually picked Palin for his running mate, a woman he met briefly only twice? She was forced on him by the right wing of his party as the a last ditch effort to solidify the hardcore conservative base, and it was believed, naively, to capture the disaffected Hillary voters. Instead, Palin has driven away not only the independents but many long-time moderate Republicans. McCain is nothing more than a tool of the hard right who, if he were to win, would be the ones pulling the strings. As for Palin, they used in the most cynical way; and once they've lost, they'll throw her under the bus. You might almost feel sorry for her, except that in her own cynical, manipulative way, she's used them too; for she has now gained a level of national recognition and notoriety she never could have imagined in her wildest dreams. So, stay focused on the prize people. It's only three weeks away. Don't be distracted by the theater of the absurd.

Since Senator Obama was not in active politics when Gov Wallace was making his statements ,Senator Obama is not in any position to confirm or reject Rep Lewis' statements.
It is a judgment made by someone who has experienced both circumstances.

What Lewis has stated is true, so why should Obama apologize. On Friday you tell a few supporters to calm down…and then you ask Obama to ask his supporter to apologize…wow. Its as if you did not even mean what you said to your supporters without asking Obama to do something.

How fake.

McCain is handling matters more like a secretary and not a man that wants to be POTUS. WE have MAJOR issues going on…and you have McCain putting out little fires here and there…and Palin scapping where she can…dumb and dumber.

I am deeply turned off by politics by McCain and Palin.

I feel as though their type of politics will die after this election

RIP Politics without substance…

Some of those despicable comments came at a campaign event here in Minnesota. I am ashamed. McCain needs to step up and repudiate those comments and further, apologize to Obama. For those who keep saying this isn't about race……wake up.

We need to stop and think about what we are doing and saying. I feel the each and everyone of us wants what is best for our country. We may not agree on what we think is best or the right choice but that is what makes us stand on top of the world.

You all talk about he is this and she is that and he said this and she said that. They are a terrorist or they are starting probles trying to divede us all.

As a farmer i do know a few things. Both are correct and both are wrong and both have good plans and both have bad ones. But most important is if someone plants a seed (hate) it can only grow if we feed it everyday.

It would be nice to see someone run for office and do it with dignity and open truth and straight forward answers to the questions.

may GOD have mercy on us and watch over us ALL.

I do not think Mccain or palin have made any disgraceful remarks at all. Not sure where this is coming from?
They have said facts.
They have never said anything racist.

You know, they could talk about Obamas church, and how they do not like white people. BUT they have not.

I think ya'll should calm down.
I think you all are paranoid

John Lewis is right this nothing but hate and thre aresome blacks sitting theregoing along with this where are they from not the real black community. I pry for america that noting happen toObama.
I think O bama care too much for the the us and thelove is not there
because he is black . I hope race don't decide this race for the white house this will show blacks where we really stand in the american dream.

These racists are not isolated. I hear everyday from white peoplle over 50 who "jjust donn't like Obama". No reason.. they just don't like him. When you don't name the source of a policy that they like these same citizens would choose Obama over McCain. I am sure that the party that gave us Williie Horton knows his and is using to its best advantage.

Hopefully Americans will vote for their own interests and vote out the party that has controlled both houses of congress for the last 12 of 14 years and he whitehouse for the last 8.

He's black it won't rub off on you. vote your pocket book and not your hatred.

John Lewis, you are a race baiter!

John Lewis is right, and Obama should not have to respond at all. The speeches Palin has given are a disgrace to this country.

Since Senator Obama was not in active politics when Gov Wallace was making his statements ,Senator Obama is not in any position to confirm or reject Rep Lewis' statements.
It is a judgment made by someone who has experienced both circumstances.

why should he repudiate the truth? the truth will set you free, john. you need to stop the lying and the hate and the greed in ur party, john. you should not have chosen a right-wing zealot as a vp. either. she makes moosealini look tame.

Republicans = Party of Hate. McCan't has no right to demand or expect an apology after his hate-mongering, inciteful rallies. Your campaign can't shout "terrorist" and claim Obama is different than us and then act like their actions have been innocent and respectful. Reap what you sow, old man.

HEY LET US CREATE A DIVERSION…… LET'S MAKE IT A RACIAL THING…….GROW UP THIS AIN'T NO RACIAL THING IT'S A TRUTH [ THING] AND O BAMA AIN'T TELLING YOU THE TRUTH ;ACORN'….AYERS LARRY SINCLAIR….JIM WALLIS…..ALINSKYITE GROUP ……..OBAMACRIMES.COM…….CAUCUSCHEATING.COM……. THIS ALL LEADS TO THE CHARACTER OF A MAN NOT HIS RHECTORIC OR CLEVERNESS.. SAUL ALINSKY KNOWS OBAMA THE BEST……..ASK REVEREND WHITE/// PLEASE AMERICAN AREN'T AS DUMB AS YOU THINK THEY ARE///

I think all American should work together as one nation one people,we are living in the 21century the days of recism are gone.

If it looks like a duck, it walks like a duck, and it quacks like a duck, then it is either John McCain or Sarah Palin.

I do not believe that Obama should apologize to McCain. McCain has let the Genie out of the Bottle with his/Palins hate speech.
When a United States Senator and a Gov. of one of our States stands before and crowd shouting, "kill him", "bomb him", "terrorists" and says nothing, not a word, he deserves to be called out on it.

I have no sympathy for McCain, he has lost all honor..

Lewis said nothing about race and everything about radical violence with those words. Hate is intolerable in anyone, and especially intolerable in a presidential campaign.

McCain continues to show that he is unfit for leadership. With ridiculous rhetoric like this at such a tenuous point in our country's life, how dare he attempt to throw this back at his opponent. The moment he or his handlers heard phrases like "Kill him!" and "terrorist" thrown out from the crowds was a critical opportunity to proves his leadership skills. And he continues to fail at grasping these opportunities.

It is very sad to see him dishonor himself and all that have stood by him in all of this.

NO! What's shocking is that John McCain and Sarah Palin did NOT repudiate their supporters when they were standing there, SMILING as they shouted out to kill Barack Obama! JOHN McCAIN, you have your Never! You are a piece of Trash!

>>>McCain can do something to improve his stature greatly by
issuing the following statament:

"If the only reason you are voting for me is because my opponent
is a black, then I do NOT want your vote.">>>>>

Now that would be something, action speaks louder than words, and I doubt McCain can risk doing that..although it will speak volumes if he does

You know what's "beyond the pale"? The McCain campaign's implications regarding Barack Obama and William Ayers, that's "beyond the pale".

Thank you, John Lewis!! At last someone has stepped up to the defense of Barack Obama in response to the lies and hatred spewed by McCain/Palin & Co.

I have been wondering where all the Democrats have been hiding while McCain dishes his dirt. No wonder the Dems are often considered "wimpy". It's about time someone stepped up and called McCain's tactic for what they are…foul & incendiary.

America is putting on quite a show of "democracy" for the rest of the world. "Kill him! Terrorist! Arab! Traitor!" Make no mistake, this is all inspired by the McCain campaign.

So I guess the truce is over. Did it last an hour? Palin never stopped at all….but she has to have a week with the handlers before she can carry out a new speech.

Lewis said what the media said. History has meaning and there is such a think as a crowd mentality, especially when they chant and scream "kill" and "terrorist". When we make "hate" and "race" and "religion" a part of the politcal platform we get Hitler, white supremist with bombs, and race riots in Selma and Watts. Can we all just get along and discuss this issues?

Obama is not McCain's "boy" that you can order around to do your dirty work. If McCain's got a problem with Lewis, McCain needs to talk to Lewis and stop acting like the bully that just got hit by the kid he was picking on. This isn't a playground. This is our economy, our lives, our children's lives, our retirement. So far $700 billion didn't change the direction of the economy at all.

McCain and Obama both need to discuss what their plan is to lead. I am positive it is the job description of the U.S. President. Tell us what you think needs to be corrected to move us out of this mess. What are your priorities? What is your plan to get our economy going again? What will you do if you are the president on day one. Give us an early inauguration speech today.

So Caribou Barbie incites the crowd, someone in that crowd yells "kill him"; then McCain asks "Who is Barack Obama", someone yells "terrorist", McCain doesn't immediately repudiate that comment and now HE's the one crying? Give me a break! The hatred towards Obama from the right is palpable. The right is the first is spout off how Christian they are, yet act very UN-Christian like. As a middle-aged white woman, I challenge anyone to start their crap towards me about my support for Senator Obama. ENOUGH IS ENOUGH!!!!

Show your disgust and frustration at the polls on Election Day next month. Some people in America realize that the voice is mightier than the sword. If you want to cut down McCain and Palin, voice your opinion at the ballot box and let them see the effect of their deeds.

For all the believers in a higher power, please read in the book of
2 Timothy, Chapter 3 – Perilous Times and Perilous Men.

We are going to make it, (brothers and sisters of all colors, races and backgrounds), and the world will be a better place here in America once this race is over in November. Then we can start healing and get our economy moving so we all can go back to work and live out our lives hopefully in peace.

What a crock. McCain has been dishing this stuff out for over a week and now wants Obama to repudiate Congessman Lewis for the same thing they've been doing. McCain should have repudiated his staff yesterday afternoon after they attacked Obama for pointing out same thing he did yesterday evening. McCain should make up his mind which way he wants to go:negative or positive. But he can't have both ways.

"Beyond the pale?" No. Accurate? Yes. McCain, YOU need to repudiate the type of campaign you are running and the behavior of some of your supporters. Failure to do would be both unpatriotic and dishonorable. Your father is rolling over in his grave.

. . . Someone has to say it.

McCain can't handle the truth!

Wait a sec here. I am a Republican Obama backer who does NOT think McCain is at fault here. Watch the videos. The angry Republicans have been provoked by the Republican party but not John McCain. Senator McCain told them they were out of line, that an Obama presidency would take their nation in what they think is the wrong direction but that the country will still be the great country it is. These people are more pissed at McCain at this point because they have bought into all the fear the Republican PACs have been spreading (I get the emails). They feel he has let him down. Remember, these people were angrily speaking TO JOHN MCCAIN. Making statements about the angry Republicans, and its reminders to those who were on the wrong side of the George Wallace rhetoric, is okey. Somehow blaming Senator McCain is not.

From what I've read of some of McCain's and Palin's rallies, Cong. Lewis' remarks are right on target. We don't hear anyone in the audience at Obama's or Biden's rallies yelling out "terrorist" or "kill him/her" in reference to McCain or Palin, do we? The fact that McCain and Palin are creating this kind of potentially violent atmosphere with their allegations is despicable.

Good for you, Congressman Lewis, for calling it as it is!

Uh…Johnny, Congressman Lewis got this one right home skillet.

the difference?

The attacks on Obama are the baseless ones, while Lewis' comments on the McCain campaign are true. McCain is fanning the flames of angry whites with hatred and xenophobia.

Someone finally stood up and popped John the bully in the nose and he runs away crying. Way to go Congressman Lewis!!!!

The McCain campaign has been fanning the flames of hated and can't win unless he does so. He can't stand on his own record and in fact can't stand without his nurse Cindy.

Thank you, Rep. Lewis, for stepping. You know better. Hate is not constructive but rather destroys. May you live long to continue to do what you do.

Mr Lewis,
I've planned on naming my future child John Lewis for many years. You just gave me yet another reason to tell him why. Thank you for everything!

Well!!! McCain or any of his storm troopers read the remarks from above take the hint and go home because that is where we are sending you.

Wow I'm shocked? I wonder if Obama will now tell his supporters to treat John McCain with RESPECT? What is good for the goose is good for the gander? Lets see if Obama really wants unity? Or does Obama just wants to give speeches?

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Obviously and unbelievable that you cant post both sides

Rep. Lewis has earned the right to speak out on this topic. Nothing he said was untrue. The fact of the matter is that John McCain wants to change the conversation as he feels it should suit him.

Stop with the fake outrage because nothing in his comments are false – McCain and Palin are getting a free ride and they know it:

YESSSSSSSS I totally agree with Lewis. I was blown away by the ignorance of the outbursts at McCain's rally. The way they talk about Obama as if he is "one" of them? How can it be McCain? How can it be that we are in this situation? How can it be that a black man has one up on us? This isn't supposed to happen McCain, fix it! That's what i heard in the comments from his followers. I almost smashed my computer trying to listen to Palin the other day. Its disgusting. I think what they are doing is speaking in code. They are making comments that are not specific but ring in the ears of the ignorant. McCain is just pissed that he has been called out on it. He
thinks he has been clever. I hate that now Obama will be pinned as a black panther if he doesn't speak out against Lewis. Also if he does speak out than he has to turn his back on the people that are telling the truth. I feel bad for Obama. Not an easy line to walk.

What a disgrace McCain-Palin have become. I grew up in the South during the Jim Crow era and they are trying to take us back. They are dividing this country and they know exactly what they are doing. I only hope and Pray we have enough intelligent people that know what they are doing. Palin should realize this is the Lower 48 and we respect each other. No matter what race or ethnic group we are the economy is hurting all of us. My neighbor just told me this morning he is losing his banking job. People are hurting and they have no solutions to the problem, but would rather divide us. Independent for Obama-Biden.

McCain has made a serious mistake choosing Palin & it will come back to haunt him Nov. 4

How can someone who believes in a superstitious view of our world lead our country to restoring its prominence in the sciences? What moral or ethical right does Palin have to condemn Obama's former pastor when she has received prayers from a minister to protect her from demons & witchcraft? Even winking, how can she say that she has sound executive experience when she approved building the Wasila sports complex on land the town didn't even own yet?

How can McCain say with a straight face that he will reach across the aisles to govern and spew the vitriol we have seen this week?

Obama-Biden 08

Obama supporters will not and should not stop pushing the mainstream media to demand that John McCain and Sarah Palin acknowledge that it is WRONG for their supporters to yell "Kill him!"

If John McCain and Sarah Palin cannot acknowledge that it is wrong for their supporters to say such a thing, they are effectively condoning the murder of a U.S. Senator and should be held as accessories to any violent crimes that may happen to Senator Barack Obama as a result of their unwillingness to speak out against such violent, despicable acts.

Lewis is telling the truth. People on my job are getting mad at each over some of the things that are being said, all because of McCain and Palin so we just dont talk politics at all we just work. Sad

No one has asked Obama to repudiate all the hate-filled comments on this site. Why is that?

McCain/Palin got caught and not they are crying for an apology for something that they started. Give me a break. This is beyound pathetic.

I completely agree with Rep. Lewis. The rhetoric of Palin/McCain is very disturbing. And the ads being run by the Republicans are sinister character attacks and appeal to the twisted minds of the wackos out there. I also fear what these dangerous attacks may lead to. Barack Obama must not apologize or repudiate the remarks of Rep. Lewis. I am a white woman and remember the atrocities of the extreme white terrorists during the civil rights era. Palin/McCain are refueling the flames of that bygone era. There are still domestic ,racist terrorists in this country and McCain/Palin are giving them encouragement. I am very disappointed in McCain. Sarah Palin calls herself a Christian, but I seriously doubt that Jesus would approve of her deceptive rabble rousing.

the truth hurts – and it hurts us all. i invite John McCain to quietly end his political career and salvage his legacy and what dignity he can muster. Arizonas populous has changed and it's still not too late for Arizona to go to Obama. bringing in the simple Fact that ALL the mainstream polls are taken ONLY on landlines! how many reader/bloggers/viewers Voters under the age of 35 do you know who has a landline? let's factor that in to the polls.

I am sorry that John McCain, who use to be honorable person, had fallen to the level of Palin and friends. As to the fact that Plain has the "ability to connect" with people, there are horrible examples of very popular leaders in the history who incited hatred (in Germany for example in the 30s).

ABOUT TIME someone with a public forum came forth and said it outloud….. McCain and campaign,, especially Palin can dish it, but oh my my when it is turned on them to take responsibility for what their campaign and they have said themselves… oh crying foul…. well the only FOUL is the smell coming from the McCain/Palin campaign….

Kudos to John Lewis for standing up and saying what everyone else has been thinking and no one in politics has had the guts to say…… and McCain promised to have a clean campaign… well,,,, he gets what he gets and deserves every word…. he lied about the clean campaigning,,,,maybe it is time he realized that he is NOT ENTITILED to the presidency and get out of the kitchen,,,, obviously it is too hot for him….

Thank you John Lewis………

VOTE SMART, VOTE BLUE

Quite frankly I have watched the attitudes of people towards Obama at McCain/Palin rallies and I think Lewis is right on point.

Ummm. Hasn't McCain and Palin basically been saying that Obama supports terrorists? What goes around comes around McCain!!

Here we go again… Shock and awe!

McCain camp acknowledged that they were going negative, then did so – now the reaction is negative, what more can they say. You reap what you sow, McCain/Palin. I agree with Lewis, and thank him for standing up for ALL Americans; his comments has helped to put an end to this very dangerous path McCain was travelling.

the difference?

The attacks on Obama are the baseless ones, while Lewis' comments on the McCain campaign are true. McCain is fanning the flames of angry whites with hatred and xenophobia.

No, Senator McCain, you need to stand before the American people and offer us an apology. Your campaign has been fanning the flame of all that is bad about this country and offering a platform for one of the worst terrorist group in this country (KKK). If you are unable to see that, then you don't deserve to be the president of the US.

I have to agree with Mr. Lewis and I'm glad he spoke up about it. I listened to Palin/McCain soundbites a few days ago and yes, they were espousing blind hatred of Obama, and obliquely Black people, period. They did or said NOTHING to curb the vitriolic ravers in the crowd.

Palin especially goes beyond the pale, though I'm starting the feel that she is going to be "curbed" shortly. The woman, to put it nicely, is not ready for Big Time politics and I strongly doubt she ever will be.

McCain represents the past. Obama represents the future and his message for change is not just about economic and government change. It is more importantly about ideology change and not forcing your ideals on someone else. It is about all of us coming together as Americans in this country–white, black, hispanic, oriental, etc., not to mention the different religious preferences in this nation. It is about respecting others differences in this country. We are our brothers keepers. America is a melting pot with many different races and cultures and it is about time we started respecting and being tolerant of those differences with fair and equal treatment for all. This is the change Obama speaks to and this change will make America stronger, not weaker.

We don't need what McCain stands for in this country. We want to go forward, not backward.

Dear John,

Your V.P. pick has winkingly 'suggested' hate and then smugly stood by, nodding along, while the audience runs with it.

You're shocked that America is confronting you on this?

- Christine

Why doesn't Clarence Thomas give Johnnie boy and Caribou Barbie a jingle and tell them that he's a BLACK REPUBLICAN AND THIS CRAP STINKS. Also, to the nice lady from the "Burgh" with the mother-in-law from Erie, once you get outside of Erie and all the way down to Elk County, they have the largest area of the KKK in America. No fooling, and they are proud of it. There is a hotel on Rt. 6 in a town called Youngsville, PA with racist remarks on it all the time. Since he owns the land the sign is on, he can say whatever he likes; is what I have been told. And this guy is on the Chamber of Commerce. That whole are is just plain GROSS.

I watched clips of those rallies on TV with horror, wondering when the torches and pitchforks would appear. Rep. Lewis spoke the truth and Sen. Obama has no need to repudiate his statement. I also saw the clips of McCain telling a woman Obama was not an arab and a decent human being, and saying that you don't have to fear an Obama presidency. For a while I thought he had realized what his campaign was doing and would finally put common decency ahead of winning, but today I see it didn't last very long.

I couldn't agree with John Lewis more…thank you for calling it like it is.

Yep, it is all about race. If you are not committed to voting for Obama, you are racist. The media-led campaign continues.

JOHN MCCAIN,

WAY TO GO YOU HAVE STARTED A WAR WITHIN YOUR OWN

COUNTRY, HEY "COUNTRY FIRST"

YOU SHOULD BE ASHAMED OF YOUR SELF AND SARAH PALIN

SHOULD STEP DOWN, THAT HOCKEY MOM IS FULL OF

"HOCKEY"

Senator McCain I am a 64 year old woman and I am very afraid of what is being allowed by Sarah Palin.. and rightfully so. With the "hate" and "fear" tactics she is using towards Senator Obama, she is creating a dangerous mob atmosphere. If you have not taken time to really listen to her.. you really should. What seems like simple campaigning is so awful that she has succeeded in working people into a dangerous "near mob situation" where they will even say "kill him". God forbid that anybody winds up being hurt or murdered because of her words. I know that you would never want anything like this to happen.. but it could if it is allowed to continue.

We should have seen this coming long ago when Sarah Palin began a parsonal attark on Obama. The Repub. VP nominee called Obama some very unpleasant names which has endedup inciting the people along racial lines. I Think Palin needs to grow up she speaks without prudence and that is dangerous for the while house if such a person is elected.

Okay…. I'm McDizzy with trying to figure out what so many Americans cannot see through about this Republican rhetoric that we hear every four years. It just gets more and more evil in its lack of concern for human dignity.

I'm too McSick to add anymore of comments. (sighing…she will go lie down with some additional meds and let this flu run its course…. the McShame of McRepugnatRepublicans will have to take care of itself for a time!… she must get away from the madding crowd for at least a span of time… but do not FEAR….. she SHALL return!)

For weeks the McCain-Palin campaign has been fanning the fires of hatred; it is about time someone calls them out on it.

Since they want to make a big deal about Obama sitting on a board in which another member was someone who happened to be a terrorist decades ago and Rev. Wright, why don't we make a big deal about the fact that Palin's husband was a member of the Alaskan Independence Party…a known secessionist group in which their founder had nothing nice to say about America. How dare they question someone's patriotism.

McCain/Palin……..can't wait to send them back home after the election! They scare me!

McCain still doesn't get it… He's so "out of touch" that he cannot understand how the hatred that he and Palin are inciting can lead to violence. And he wants to be the next president?

I agree with Congressman Lewis' comments 100%. Senator McCain, Gov. Palin and the GOP (to include Fox News) are behaving very irresponsibly. I must admit that Hillary played a part in it as well. I fear for the safety of Senator Obama and his family due to the these entities creating an atmosphere conducive to someone causing or attempting to harm the Senator and/or his family. Sarah Palin claims to be a Christian so she should know better. The GOP markets themselves as the party of "Family Values" Is inciting hatred, violence, intolerance and ignorance family values?

McCain/Palin are way off course and have lost control of what their supporters are saying. It is treading into dangerous territory. Mind Boggling how the decent man like McCain has degenerated into this ugly man.

First McKeating5 has his lip stick wearing pet sow fire up the crowd but cannot confront Obama in person.

Now, he cannot face Lewis himself but whines for Obama to intercede on his cowardly behalf.

What happened to those McNuggets mister?

Tell John Lewis and tell the Secret Service to listen to the crowd at Obama's PA rally today. They yelled out KILL HIM and SHOOT HIM about McCAin, and Obama just stood there. If you dont post this, at least report it to the authorities. Listen to the first of the video when Obama was talking about McCain…they crowd yelled Kill Him and Shoot Him!!! I heard it live on C-Span and in CNN's replay and the reporters didnt say anything Either!!!

thank you and NO apoligy!. she should be investigated by obama's secret service team. she is starting a riot where ignorant people are screaming out kill him. this is a hate crime and palin should be stopped in her tracks.

I've been saying to my husband that it would be racism that would bring down the McCain/Palin ticket – be it Sarah Palin discreetly wiping her hand on her dress after shaking the hand of a black constituent or pulling her purse closer around a black Secret Service agent, something was bound to give. But seeing some of her responses (and McCain's except for the one lady yesterday for the sound byte purpose) is validating what I thought all along. It saddens me so.

In no way should Obama repudiate Lewis. He certainly does not appear to be lying or taking direct shots at the candidate; rather they are shots at the tone the campaign has taken. The important thing missing from John McCain is the integrity he used to have….

For months, I've been reading wacky postings of rumors about Obama. And I think most of the wackiness is based on fear.

I further think that underneath all of this fear is the simple fact that he is black. And given that fear, there is a desire to accept all the rumors that are circulating on the web as fact. So the fear generates its own ignorance.

And watching McCain's rally yesterday shows how this fear and ignorance metastisizes into hysteria. I can now understand how Hitler was able to have the German populace commit despicable acts against the Jews.

I think and hope and pray that Obama will win. Finally we'll have an intelligent thoughtul person in the white house. Isn't that a good thing? If we had had an intelligent thoughtful president over the past 8 years do you think we'd be in the mess we are now?

Mr. Lewis should know. He lived through some of the worst of it. McCain had better stop acting offended and start listening. And he really needs to rein in his running mate. They must stop before things go too far.

There are more ignorant people posting comments on this web site, than I have seen on "my big redneck wedding"!

I wont even stoop the level of these people responding becuase as I learned along time ago in my life. "you never get in an argument with an idiot, becuase they will bring you to their level and beat you with expereince!"

POTHETIC!

The McCain rallies have been gradually shaping into KKK rallies. One after the other.

It doesn't matter if the speaker him or herself doesn't advocate the words and deeds of the audience. It is the audience that is the problem. It that audience that is the product of John McCain and Sarah Palin due to their increased rhetoric, lies, and smears.

You've created a monster, Republican ticket, and now you're getting attacked by that monster.

i had enough of the horrible acts that the mccain-palin is putting on..first they called themselves as mavericks, now they are nothing but cowards..palin is continuing hatred where ever she goes and she supposed to show some type of leadership,does nothing about it..so it shows to us that she is prejudice..i guess that she still lost to a black women over 20 years ago regarding her beauty pageant days..as for mccain, he will do anything to win and his tactics are old as well sickening..i hope that everyone is getting their butts to vote for obama because the last eight years are enough..we don't need racism into our politics..when this kind of crap will end?..lewis is right and mccain needs to be a better man than this..stop being a follower mccain, start being a leader if you can..

For McCain-Palin, the chickens are coming home to roost. They let the genie out the bottle winking at past, baseless comments so now their constituents are in a tizzy and there is nothing they can do about it. The racist cabal is loose among the Republicans and by taking a scortched eatrh policy have sealed their fate

Senator McCain, when you made a conscious effort to go negative, and engage in this type of rhetoric, it was very forseeable that this would happen. There is still an undercurrent of racism in this country, and you've been fanning the flames all week by implying that Senator Obama is "not like us", "pals with terrorists", and "who is Senator Obama?" like he's this scary individual..

Also, how is Rep. Lewis trying to "shut down debate" when all you've engaged in all week is all negative all the time. Is that debate?

I'm not sure how you keep attacking the Obama camp for something they are not doing, but that you in fact are.

Rep. Lewis is just standing up at saying enough is enough, which is what I'm sure a lot of Americans are feeling right now.

Please stop this now. It is beyond reprehensible.

McCain/Palin fanned the flames of racist hated. Now that the secret service is looking into the death threats to Obama at a McCain rally called Obama a "decent man." Pure CYA with no honesty. Sorry John, you can't ask for Obama's help on this one.

The majority of you are being completely unreasonable. Senator McCain and Governor Palin have not made any racist remarks. They have attacked Obama, yes, but they have attacked him on his policies, his platform, and his connections to unsavory individuals (such as Avery). Never once have they sought to make race the issue, and if you had been following carefully you would see that McCain has even publicly put down his OWN SUPPORTERS who bring up the race issue at his rallies, and asked them to "respect" Obama as he does. Those who agree with Rep. Lewis are the ones bringing race to the discussion; YOU are the racists (or "reverse racists") — not Senator McCain.

Rep. Lewis, calling them like he see's them.
Wish he was my congressman.

He was being charitable. I'd liken recent Republican rallies to the Nuremberg rallies.

Palin IS AN ABUSER OF POWER. She should NOT BE ALLOWED IN THE WHITE HOUSE. She CANNOT HANDLE POWER IN A POSITIVE WAY. She HAS POOR JUDGEMENT AND PLANTS THE SEEDS OF HATE AND VIOLENCE IN HER RALLIES. She is a pit bull WITH OUT TABLE MANNERS.

HEY McCAIN "STEP UP" and tell him yourself.

All week as we watch the economy collapse, I saw the disturbing divisions being catalyzed by the McCain campaign. Rep. Lewis had the courage to speak as many stood silent.

I am proud to be American again today!

We dont need McCain or Palin and their hate filled followers anywhere near the White House…. they are poisonous to Democracy.
We have come along way in the war against racism and cannot afford to give up ground with McCain and Palin in charge.
Obama will win by a landslide and it will be a giant step forward in racism and rogue politics.
God Bless America and common sense.

There's no need for Lewis' statements to be repudiated by Obama because the statements are absolutely true. McCain-Palin rallies have turned to fear and hate mongering and with participants yelling things like "Bomb Obama" or "Kill Him" there is legitimate reason to be concerned. Anyone who thinks racism is a thing of the past in this country is a fool and need only look at these rallies as proof.

I agree with Lewis and prase him for speaking out.
I agree with Lewis and praise him for speaking out. And ask McCain why does Obama have to do anything about what Lewis said? I don't get this outcry from McCain at all. He and his running mate did things they shouldn't of done, got their supporters all worked up and oozing with racism, and now someone comes out and calls it like it is and somehow it's Obama's responsibility?
Give it a rest MaCain.

it's no worse than palin saying that obama pals around with terrorists and that he doesn't see america as "we" do. she knows exactly what she was doing.. she was calling him unpatriotic and a sympathizer to terrorist causes.. she never called off the audience when they made racist comments and in not doing so, she validated them. she even said, "boy, you guys get it, don't you?".

so yeah.. she is guilty of inciting this kind of hatred. it's her words that have caused these hate filled outbursts this weak.

McCain and all his religous supporters should have discerned falsly attacking a person's character is wrong! You will reap what you have sowed.

Why should Lewis's comments be refuted, they are 100% correct! McPalin have been attacking Obama's "character" every single day, and now when someone holds their attacks up to the light they dare to make such a challenge?

They are flouting ignorance and invoking hatred, they should be called out for it.

Thaaaannk Yoooou John!!! To reiterate others' sentiments, someone needed to say this…loud and clear! Hopefully, the "New Three Stooges Show: Sarah, Cindy, & John" will come to an end on 11/4……

Reading these emails and see the support of my views makes me very happy. McCain and his crew want to dish it out and can't take it. My respect to McCain has totally dimished because of his behavior. They know thier behavior is totally overboard. Swift boat politics continue. the only difference Bush had other people sending the message.

No way, no how, no repudiation of Lewis's comments!
Palin and McCain are a true disgrace and the fact that their voting block is full of rednecks and KKK members should make all Republicans think twice about their vote.
If you vote for McCain and Palin, you will be joined by Bush, Cheney, rednecks, KKK members and people who think Palin and McCain actually have something to offer….
I thought Bush was bad, I had no clue it could actually be worse!

Commenting here is all fine and good, but we must not forget the essential task still left to us as citizens: We must vote. If Mr. Obama and Mr. Biden are to have the opportunity to lead this nation out of the current crisis and through the crises yet to come, we must make sure they are elected. The polls look great right now, but the poll that counts is on November 4. We must turn out in such numbers that no chicanery at the polling places will invalidate the result. And we must make it clear that the majority of people want a new direction for this country and a new direction for future elections. If this team gets a chance, I believe that most, except for the extremists, will be gratified by the chance.

For those who disagree, let them also make their voices heard in the one way that is acceptable in American society – vote.

And may the best choice win.

As the election comes to an end, America's reputation is in a balance and hopefully will not wind down in flames. The negativity and irresponsible words that McCain/Palin and the RNC campaign played with emotions and prejudice of people specially the elderly. I still believe America is the land of the free. However, this past weeks, we have shown the world how even on the 21st century, we are still trapped in the world of stereotyping and prejudice. We are our worst enemy. We have come so far and have risen from the past periods of pain and shame for every American. Is the White house and presidency worth a single drop of blood our forefathers has fought for every American?? Hate and greed gnaws on us, and if it can, they eat us alive. SAD!! Very sad!!

Did anyone forget Mr. Obama's opponent John Sidney MCcain voted against the Martin Luther King Holiday. The current republican ticket is scared of progress. And that is what it will mean if Barack gets into office. This goes for the people screaming sick comments at the rallies also. I am also concerned that the militia boys in the hill are sick enough to carry out the comments.

Rob – We aren't talking about Farrakhan and Wright because they aren't running for President. Get a clue!

Honestly, Rep. Lewis was an up close and personal witness to the events he is comparing to…I think he is fairly qualified to speak his opinion. As a black man, hearing people say things like "kill him" and "sit down boy" only confirm what I knew to still be in existence today. As individuals who seek to move forward and restore our country to its former glory, let us as supporters of Barack take a page from his book. In the face of personal attacks, vitriol and uneducated outbursts, let us not "fight back". Rather, let us stand strong, facing forward and preparing for what is to come. There is a reason many say Obama "looks Presidential"…

Amazing. I am still trying to get over McCain's response to John Lewis' remarks…AND even asking Obama to repudiate those comments. My mind is soo baffled. I am so ashamed to be called a christian right now. T

There is nothing christlike about the actions of these so-called christian republicans who feel that their morals are the abosulute way to go in a society. They are all a bunch of hyprocites whose hearts need a good dose of cleansing. Their hearts are evil..and the scary thing is, they are not seeing their condition! They bask in blood thirsty rhetoric and shout similar sentiments in response "Off with this head", Kill him' …it amazes me. THis is a sad day America..but it is a wonderful day come November 4th when I place my vote for Obama..I may even get in a an early vote..and hoping against hope they do not screw it up!

Can't belive this crap from John McCain..still can't believe it..Take a look in the mirror John…I call on Palin to repudiate her supporters comments….Just because you did it once..and I notice you never chided the woman for calling him ARAB (such nonesense), you only said he was a decent man..Why coudn't you say he HE IS NOT ARAB….you feel you have done your duty..come again John McCain..

I have turned down the volume and watched Palins facial expressions and body language. She is working the bigots in the crowd to a frenzy with McCains consent. Also have watched her kiss that poor baby then look at the audience to gauge their reaction. Her poor pregnant daughter looks like she is barely hanging in there. Palin is the worst example of a Christian I have seen.
We all know bigotry is alive and well-I am a white person in N.C. and see it everyday!!

McCain needs to keep backing his crowds down – which he has begun to do – from the hatred and rage. When he gets them down to the level of reason, gets them back from "terrorist," "kill him," etc, THEN Obama can distance himself from what Lewis said. No repudiation until then. Must McCain be shamed into running the decent campaign he promised?

Thank you, Rep. Lewis, for stepping in. God Bless u

Outraged John? You should be outraged at the comments by your Barbie Doll running mate and the rest of the lies that you have put in your ads. Smiley face shakes her head in agreement with herself when she talks about Obama and Ayes—but never once comes up with a workable solution to any of the problems facing people who make less than 250K (and don't have a private plan, or 9 homes or 13 cars). Wake up-you are losing and your rhetoric is way too old. Wonder why you are not using the line that W likes so much—-"that it will come in the form of a mushroom cloud." Why not use that comment to incite your followers. Any Republican who has any sense of decency should decry what these two candidates have been doing lately———-but they don't. Are you surprised? But they are probably outraged at Rep. Lewis' comments—-my suggestion to Rep. Lewis-'KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK AND SPREAD THE WORD."

What we now have is a candidate whose mental records are
permanently sealed and who now has the magnum backing
of the NRA. Serious medicine.

When can we send Moose back to Alaska and Squirrel back to Arizona? Not soon enough!

McCain fueled the fire by creating hate against Obama in his rallies. He fed the crowds this anger and his supporters fed on it. Obama does not need to dispute Lewis' comments. It is the truth and McCain should be ashamed of himself. The great Maya Angelou once said, "When someone shows you who they are, believe them the first time."

John McCain wants to talk about attacking character???? McCain has been using Palin to lie about Barack Obama for weeks now regarding his character, just like the false Muslim emails, swearing in on the Koran and all of those other disgusting lies. John McCain wants Obama to repudiate the truth??? McCain and Palin are stirring up hatred and division without question. Palin is out there saying to connect the dots. What dots? She is trying to make small attack after attack lies so at the end people will put them all together and believe the big lie after they connect all of her lies together. Disgusting.

John Lewis is correct and Barack Obama better not repudiate him for telling the truth! McCain and Palin are fanning the flames of hatred and divisiveness with all intention in this country and it is evil!

No apology unless it's from McCain and Palin!

I'm backing Obama/Biden and I'm sorry comparing John McCain to George Wallace is a total stetch. John McCain and Sarah Palin have not encouraged people to be jerks, they do it all on their own.

Us Obama supporters did it against Hillary and nothing was said. When former President Clinton called this whole thing a "fairy tale" he was branded a racist.

How about the fact that the AA community by 90% to 10% plan on voting for Obama simply because he is Black. Whether you all realize that or not, that is racism in reverse. Should a prominent republican compare Obama to some phathom of the past?

How about both sides grow up and act like responsible adults? We will elect the next POTUS in just 25 days and whomever wins will be better than George Bush. That should give everybody some piece of mind.

I am hopeful it will be Obama so the bloggers need to lighten up a bit.

While using Wallace as an example was like touching a raw nerve, I complete agree with Rep. Lewis.

Rob – Your analogy does not count. Farrankan, et al do not burn white people to a cross while wearing a hood.

Peter – This is not "pulling the race card" McCain and Palin started it. McCain did the right thing yesterday by telling one person to cool it. But, he and Sarah have let their supporters get away with far too much at their rallys. And, those loose cannons are following the principle of doing what you know is wrong and then asking forgiveness.

Obama/Biden '08!

Barack Obama should absolutely NOT apologize for something John Lewis said. First of all Lewis was absolutely right. Secondly, Obama cannot apologize for every statement that J McCain does not like. He should take responsibility for what he is doing and tone it down and shut the ethically/intellectually challenged VP nominee up! They are inciting hate everywhere they go. Cindy needs to STHU too. Lewis is not the first one to speak to the thought of violence occurring with the way things are going, so they need to step back and really think about what they (McPalin) are doing.

I was born & raised in Alabama, growing up during the George Wallace adminstrations. I have seen first hand what words can bring out in people, anger, hatred, total disregard of the law and ignorance just to name a few.
Belive me, I don't think any decent person in this country wants to re-live those backward years. Sadly I believe we are on the brink of it, I only hope that it has not reached the point where the damage cannot be repaired.
America and the people are better than this nonsense.

I believe that it is McCain and Palin who need to apologize. Lewis speaks the truth. Palin especially has been out to incite the GOP base, and based on the comments spewed by the ignorant people at her rallies, it has worked. Now mcCain has seen how hateful his supporters are getting and is trying to tone it down….but blaming it on an Obama supporter? What else should we expect from such a dishonorable campain as McCain's.

I am a white American and I have never been more ashamed to call myself an American. The hate and racist rhetoric that John McCain and Sarah Palin are instigating at their rallies is reminiscent of the 60's. Our country is in crises and we need answers and solutions. What we don't need is McCain/Palin riling up the hate mongers of this once great country. Americans are already fearful of losing jobs, homes, retirement funds, education, health care…etc When you instill even more fear and hate into people who are already on the edge, there is no telling what type of violence may irrupt. Shame on you McCain. What ever respect and admiration I once had for you has disappeared from you actions of this last week. You are not bringing the country together, you are dividing an already fragile nation.

Thank you, Rep. John Lewis, for pointing out the hatred being spewed forth by John McCain's personal attack dog, Sarah Palin. McCain comes out and denounces hatred, but, at the same time, allows his running mate to run amok.

It's a pretty scary time with the U. S. economy tanking—emotions are running high—calling out irresponsible behavior does not require an apology.

DO NOT APOLOGIZE, OBAMA OR LEWIS. The apology should come from the McCain/Palin camp—particularly from that smiling pitbull, Sarah Palin!

McCain has unleashed a monster, and, no, I don't mean Governor Palin. We all have fears and worries. I am truly frightened by the idea of a President who took six years to finish college, and just been found by BIPARTISAN committee to have abused her power, and who displays more narcissism than Narcissus. But to appeal to those fears by using words like "domestic terrorist" and "liar" is despicable. It illustrates that my fears about McCain are correct. An Independent, I had considered voting for "that man", but suspected he might be simply an opportunist. That has been made clear at this point.

Obama needs all our help. Get out and vote, and take a neighbor with you!

The statement by Lewis is absolutely on the mark. Not only Mr. Obama should not "repudiate" that, he should add "I approve his statement".

The kind of anger and hatred incited by the McCain/Palin campaign, expecially in Palin's rallies, is absolutely the lowest of the low, the dirtiest of the dirty, and they are playing with fires. Instead of Obama repudiating anything, McCain's campaign should first repudiate not only the kind of anger and hatred and racial insults (at for example a media technician) but Palin herself before Obama should consider anything.

Everything he said is atleast true John McCain. If you can dish it out now try and take some, you started it so what are you complaining about, knock it off Grandpa, you and Gidget are tough or so you say!!!

Rep. Lewis is right on target. Call a spade a spade. McCain is feeding a terrorist spirit in this country.

Don't be such a coward, John McCain. Stand up and take responsibility for your actions.
Cowering now or blaming other people is only going to make you look smaller in peoples eyes. We are all fully aware of what you and your gal pal have been up to and Americans are getting FED UP with it!

Shame on McCain. He has lost my respect. The thought of him representing the USA on the world stage is frightening.

I believe McCain and Palin have switched parties from the one time respected Republican Party to the party of Absolute Hypocrisy.

LEWIS IS RIGHT JOHN! You and Ms. Palin are the ones who owe Obama and all of us an apology! For shame! I used to admire you. This election has changed you. Signed, Robert a Former Republican.

Go Senator Lewis. I'm so glad someone actually had the guts to call it like it is. When your campaign continually says the other candidate is palling around with terrorists, those people that are dumb enough begin to believe that makes that candidate a terrorist and unfortunately, a lot of those dumb people are attending Palin's rallys. I still remember watching the GOP convention with only white faces in the crowd. At the Democrat convention, you saw people of every color and race. The true party of America the melting pot of the world. McCain is the one who should apologize….it's his campaign that has brought about this great division of our country. I can't ever remember a campaign that has been this ugly; however, on the other side, I can't remember a campaign that has generated as much interest as this one either.

thank you rep.lewis, for telling the truth its about time some one have the guts to stand up to mccain and ms winky. god dont like ugly people . this girl is for obama and biden,

McCain is a joke. At one time I respected him. I suppose after this election his political career is over.

McCain and Palin have made some nasty comments about Obama.
I don't care for dirty politics, this is why I am voting Democrat this election. The McCain camp blurts out the wrong doings about Obama, Well what about shooting wolves from an aircraft? This is very unsportman like and is a pretty serious crime in other parts of the U.S. The wolves could be captured and relocated some where in Alaska, it's a very big state.

This is my opinion.

When someone keeps calling Mr. Obama an Arab in such a way as to degrade the term that is violence pushing. When people in the crowed scream "off with his head" and "kill him” and Palin/McCain just stand by and say nothing that is violence. I have yet to hear that shouted from an Obama/Biden rally. When you say let us be kind to one another on the stage, while you call your opponent a liar, and worse that is violence. So, Mr. McCain it does not matter how often you say "my friends", you need to say "my fiends". John Lewis is correct, it is like yelling 'Fire" in a crowed theater, it is against the law. I have no problem about people being angry about politics, but when it becomes hate messages it is violence. Lastly, maybe Obama was right, "some people do cling to their guns"! Heaven help us if these are the people who will run this nation.
We must, we can and we will do better if we go in vote are hearts, mind and soul!

What I am tired of is Democrats playing the race card in an effort to destroy their opponents. I am willing to bet that none of the people leaving comments here have actually been to a McCain/Palin Rally and heard first hand these supposed death threats etc against Senator Obama; instead, this just sounds like a bunch of parrots repeating Democrat talking points. I am sure that no one at a Obama/Biden Rally has made any sort of threat against President Bush, right?

Watching GOP rallies this week reminded me of lynch mobs with Sister Sarah as Grand Master of the KKK. I think Congressman Lewis is spot on. I've lived in the South and these people are easily incited and very scary. They (McCain and Palin) are playing with fire.

Obama does NOT need to apologize for anything. When Mcains name is brought up at his rallies ppl just "booo" . Unlike Mcains and Palins rallies they cause hatred, fear and violence language to be brought out into this political atmosphere.

So plz Obama should not be the one apologizing and just bc mcain briefly respected Obama for one town hall does not get rid of all the hatred and anger he has already sown within his party.

Mcain – dishonerable, pathetic, old man

Being white and republican, there has been trivial pursuit on both side so gimme a break when either side cries a river. I admired, and still do, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr when I was younger and inda feel he would be disappointed in Mr Lewis' comments. My question, who would benefit from his hateful, hurtful comments? He should be ashamed of himself!

I agree with rep Lewis
McCain and Palin have been inciting hatred and racism for awhile now
and its downright dusgusting
If McCain cannot see that well both him and Palin should take a long look in the mirror
they are repûblicans the suppose to be christians
what a pack of hypocrites
what has been going on in that campign is far from being christian!!
I see Senator Obama and biden as the christians in this scenario

I was just having a conversation with my parents (Democrats of course) about this very subject. They were telling me that before Dallas in 63′ it was this kind of raw hatred towards Kennedy. Obama I have no doubt will win this election and it scares the hell out of the regressive republican party because they can no longer manipulate the public like before. Racism comes in all ages but the baby boomers and older (white) are the root cause as they statistically are the most intolerant (and under educated). As that generation slowly dies off the Republicans Party will become weaker and weaker as my generation and below (generation X) does not buy in to their perspective of things on hardly anything. In short we are most like looking at the beginning of the "death" of the Republican Party as we know it, and good riddance.

I agree that McCain and Palin are instigating violent behavior they should talk about their plans and quit the hate talk.

Lewis is right. McCain has stepped over the line with his ads and mouth. Big time. This could be a disaster in the waiting.
Palin is a big instigator and I only hope nothing happens to Obama. If it does it will be a civil war.

The Democrats are throwing race into everything! This is sick and VILE. You wonder why tensions are high…comments like THIS from John Lewis!!!!

Senator McCain, You made the tactical mistakes: First your VP choice in Governor Palin, the bully and abusive female from an out of touch state as your VP choice (when you had another more appropriate and talented VP choice) simply because you can lord over her. Then you and she together drummed up your joint pack of attack dogs such that they are now lunging and drooling. It's your dogs John, you are responsible for this dangerous drivel, so you may want to call them off…

My father told me the other day that if John McCain from the 2000 primary was running this time, he would vote McCain. My father is a staunch democrat. Coming from him this means a lot to me. He told me that he was voting for Obama because of all of the insanity he's seen from this campaign. It hurts me to think that someone who once warranted so much respect has fallen to this. It is really incredibly sad. McCain sold out.

McCain is absolutely insane. Obama should not apologize.. The only reason why McCain denouonce the racist remarks is because the Republican party knew the probe into Palin was going to come out negative. So McCain don't want us to start screaming foul about Palin. The McCain party actually think we the American people are stupid. This enter week, Palin heard and spew lies and stirred up the crowds which incited racism and division in this country. Congressman Lewis is exactly right, it did remind a lot of us of the 60's and what happen in the south. end of story. I'm sick of McCain / Palin wanting favoritism when it's convenient for them.

LEWIS is completely correct!!!!!
The slander that has been used in the McCain campaign is beyond belief. The way venomous hatred rolls off the lips of Sara palin with such ease shows this is permanent part of her character. Senator McCain, why do you think your campaign is in trouble?? Fire Sara Palin and clean up your act!!!!!

GO OBAMA!!!!

Republicans are like a cheating husband that tells the wife …

"oh baby I really love you …. after she's found another woman's scent in her own bed.

Lewis is right. McCain rallies are filled with bigots and haters. Nothing more than a Klan rally. Lewis is opening the eyes of the American people to the shameful darkside of America's bigotry, and it's nothing to be proud of.

Why is it that every time someone questions Obama, it becomes a race issue? Please … enough of the race card stuff already!!

McCain and Palin truly owe all of us an apology, they know exactly what they are doing, it is rediculous and outrageous to think they don't know and the hate that is brewing is a mistake or accident. John Lewis is right, George Wallace did help to create the climate of hate that motivated people to kill innocent men women and children. Mr. Lewis should be applauded for speaking out against this backward move to demonize Senator Obama which they know exactly where it would lead.

Oh, get used to this…it's just the beginning.

When "President Obama" is criticised for anything he proposes to the Congress, or for anything he vetoes, or for any appointment he makes, we will be DRAGGED through the torturous media questions, "Is this really about race?"

Let's get it straight: for every ten African American votes won by Senator Obama's there were 90 white votes. White America is putting him in office, so how about we lay off the "race question" for the next four/eight years. We'll have plenty of time to beat ourselves up later on, after the Obama presidency…spare us the pain now, please.

For those people who claiim not to be racist, create a tauological argument that they are trying to say that Obama is Muslim or reverse racist somehow based on the premise that he is black. This is tautological and is indeed, racist.

mccain's campaign loves this stuff otherwise he would not have anything to talk about.. he is a biggot and liar.. palin and simple
This will cause a problem for mccain&palin as what they sowed is coming back to "get'em

What we now have is a candidate whose mental records are
permanently sealed and who now has the full backing of the
NRA. Serious medicine!

McCain Need To Google Some Of The Hateful Remarks Coming From His Supporters

If I Was There I Would Of Ran For Cover, Them White Folks Are Crazy!

Ugly Americans They Are.

As a man who spent his childhood under a nazi regime that spewed hate towards my faith and family, I can attest that this behavior from McCain rallies reminds me strongly of the atmosphere that was used against jews. Hate is hate and McCain has lost all honor.

I guess it's Ok for Black's to promote racism according to Lewis. I am so tired of certain african-americans who are racist and use the race card and try to make it seem like all other races have it in for them. What' about "The content of their character' . lewis does a great disservice to America and the ideals of Martin Luther King.

The recent McCain campaign "tactics" just reminds me of another destructive 'campaign' of spewing hatred and fear in a neighbouring country east of the Netherlands about 75 years ago, e.g. culminating in the infamous 'Kristallnacht' (and in later years even worse). I must say that the same neighbouring country nowadays upholds the U.S. Constitution more than the U.S. itself

apologize?? what for?? its the truth.

When someone keeps calling Mr. Obama a Arab in such a way as to degrade the term that is violence pushing. When people in the crowed scream "off with his head" and "kill him" and Palin/McCain just stand by and say nothing, that is violence. I have yet to hear that shouted from an Obama/Biden rally. When you say let us be kind to one another on the stage, while you call your opponent a lier, and worse that is violence. So, Mr. McCain it does not matter how often you say "my friends", you need to say "my fiends". John Lewis is correct, it is like yelling 'Fire" in a crowced theather, it is against the law. I have no problem about people being angry about politics, but when it becomes hate messages it is violence. Lastly, maybe Obama was right, "some people do cling to thier guns"! Heaven help us if these are the people who will run this nation.
We must, we can and we will do better if we go in vote are hearts, mind and soul!

Watching some of the clips of McCains ralleys reminded me of a linch mob ready with ropes and pickups. It's really scarey to watch McCain only pretend in a half baked way to tell the crown to calm down and not be afraid of Obama. OMG what are they thinking? Does McCain think Americans want to travel back to that time in history? Wake up America and demand an end to such behavior that has no place in this election. Seems too many rasists are hiding behind McCain and Palin. God help us.

The McCain/Palin rallies are kinda creepy. The audiences look like a cross between a klan rally, and that crazy cast from that 60's B-movie horror flick "2,000 maniacs". This is very sad.

Lewis is bang on.

Read his words and move on to the next erratic, ill-conceived, fear mongering tactic, John. It will look "good" on your political epitaph beginning Nov 4th, 2008.

We should all SPEAK UP to stop the hatred and the seperation McCain-Palin are trying to reinvent. The next war that may come, may be between racists and non racists! Palin's insistence on her following a Christian format in life, is a sad example of using religion to justify your racism and white supremacy. Vote for Obama so hopefully ALL of AMERICA WILL WAKE UP! GO OBAMA!

mccain and his running mate got what they wanted, it just back fired on them, AMERICA IS TO SMART TO FALL FOR ANY MORE OF THEIR LIES AND COWARDLY WAYS. VOTE OBAMA-BIDEN

So, it's ok for you and your slimy entourage of cowards to encourage and promote outrageous and categorically FALSE character attacks on Obama, but it is "shocking" and "beyond the pale" when someone turns around and speaks the TRUTH about your character. John and Sarah, you disgust me

Lewis is right McCain is inciting violence against a good man like Obama! Every time I heard "Kill Him", "Terrorist!" or any other dangerous statements, I was reminded of how America is not yet out of the woods when it comes to racism. Obama is aware of where we are as a country and he made a strategic move to not go down that route and has worked for him. McSame tried to mimic him but failed and now is following his fallback strategy! Racism is a cancer that needs to be eradicated in this country if this country is to succeed!

This 58 year old white guy, says John Lewis is 100% correct. McCain and, to a greater extent, Lewis have been pandering to the worst elements in American society.

McCain's campaign is doing a lousy "Macbeth". Quite whining and clean up your act. While you're at it, look at the Latino vote polls, the "Country Club First" team is tanking there as well.

McCain, Palin and the GOP campaign is a disgrace to the GOP and all Americans. Oh by the way, I was a card carrying GOP member until recently. Shame on McCain.

I cannot believe what I've seen and heard from the McCain/Palin campaign in recent weeks. They've taken our country back 40-plus years. They cannot prevail for the sake of our union.

Is it opposite day? McCain must be losing his mind. He and Sarah Palin are the ones who need to apologize. And if John McCain really is wondering who the REAL Barack Obama is he needs to be a man and bring it up at the next debate. Hatred is a very dangerous thing to stir up in large crowds. I don't think they realize what they may be unleashing. The only perpetrator of evil on this earth is human unconciousness and Sarah Palin and John McCain seem to be out cold.

SHUT UP MCCAIN!!!!
This is just another SCUMBAG STUNT!
How about you apologize for all the rallies you had last week????

For Palin to say Obama, a sitting US Senator is a pal with terrorists is over the top, the hypocrisy of McCain is WAY over the top. Enough.

What we now have is a candidate whose mental reecords are
permanently sealed and now loaded with the backing of the
NRA. As the song says, "when will we ever learn"

The "Race Card" – is always just a toss away for the Obama crowd — and there is nothing the McCain camp can do about it. There is a political double-standard these days and John McCain is going to be the victim of it — mark my word – if Obama doesn't win — it will almost CERTAINLY be attributed to "racist attitudes" in America.

I agree with John Lewis. McCain and Palin were wrong to call Obama a terrorist when they know it is not true. They stirred up anger and hatred with their followers screaming "kill him," "cut off his head!" They are the ones who need to apologize.

Thank you, John Lewis. I know your struggle for civil rights. I witnessed it and I read your book. I appreciate you and your contributions. Because of you, I can vote. John McCain is not worthy of the office of President of the United States.

The only thing that scares me more than a President Obama is reading the comments of this ignorant people above. How anyone can think that the republicans are playing the race card obviously has not been paying attention as Obama was the first one to bring it up. Further, McCain has not used the race issue, he has spoken of factual connections (Ayers and Wright) that Obama continued to deny until he was forced to address them and then lied about them. Talk radio has been documenting these relationships for over a year, it is nothing new, but the main media has just now began to address them which has put them on the open table and the McCain Campaign has rightly called out Obama to address them. Now the Democrats are running scared and crying foul because the truth is finally coming out. Do your due diligence, go back and read and you will find it is Bill Clinton and Obama who have made race an issue, not McCain.

Before you write me off as I blind rebuplican, let me tell you, I wish the republican candidate was anyone else besides John McCain, but it isn't. Also, I wish the democratic candidate was anyone except Obama (with his mighty 143 days of experience). I am so frustrated with this election, but even more irritated by the ignorance of posters on this and other sites who cannot see through the arrogance of Obama and the disaster that is being brought on our country by the current democratic leadership in Congress. God helps us all!!!!

Like the comment I posted last week, "if McCain should continue with personal attacks, there will be no other option than he losing this election".
Maybe he´s pointing one finger at Obama not knowing that thousands of Americans are pointing fingers at him. McCain should try and be professional and be who he´s supposed to be instead of making a fool of himself all the time.
Though, he has lost this election, but he can still be on the right track if he starts telling Americans things they want to hear. It will however make Obama not winning with much margin.

Bienvenido Obama/Biden!

Rep. Lewis,

Thank You!

I was wondering when someone was going to say Gov. Palin and John McCain were going too far in their rhetoric. I have been concerned about how ugly the crowds were getting at Palin rally's and I'm glad Rep. Lewis stepped forward. Sen. Obama should not apologize for Rep. Lewis' comments. I support Sen. Obama 100%. Sen. McCain should be ashamed of himself.

McCain-Palin now got a taste of their own medicine.

Mr. Lewis please do not apologize for your statement. The comments that are coming out of the McCain rallies remind those of us who lived in that time that there are still people out there who would harm you because of your skin color, religion or sexual orientation and it is scary. This is supposed to be a political rally not a Klan rally. I am afraid of the people at John McCain rallies, they make me feel that they would hurt someone who looked different or thought differently than they do.

Shame on you congressman Lewis for darkening the memory of those poor little girls for political gain. Both parties are stooping to new lows in this campaign as seen by the vile remarks on this ticker. The winner will have to remember that he needs the whole country behind him when he becomes President or else his victory will be a hollow one. 2

Senator McCain has crossed the line.
We all know it and that is why now he has changed his tune the past 2 days to say Obama is okay. That is after he and his gal pal Sarah Palin did a lot of dirty damage.
She had people so riled up and still does that they are getting racist. Palin should go home so John McCain can do his work. She is a very bad influence.
Also his ads are mostly lies. that is why I will not vote for him. they are truly low and dirty and always get a pinnochio nose for the lies in them
.
He should be talking about something else. He is a desperado. And that scares me and the rest of the people.
Palin is the reason his numbers have dropped. Not anything else. She is a Pit Bull for sure. She forgot her lipstick.
And doesn't care who she harms.

Sorry Senator McCain.

Senator's Lewis has it right 1000%.

You, Palin, and the extreremsits in the Republcian Party should know today or tomorrow the party will be over as an empowered Black Population will send a Balck mna to the White Hosue even if it is not Obama.

There is no place for racists in America.

What nerve! McCain did nothing to clamp down on the hatred and divisiveness he and his bubble-headed running mate have stirred up at their own rallies. Obama is not responsible for a fellow legislator voicing his own opinion. McCain needs to take a long, hard look at thethings his own campaign (including his own wife!) have been saying and apologize for it. It's disgraceful!

Thanks, Rep. Lewis for saying this…..to the McCain/Palin ticket I say enough already!!!

Never in my life during an election have I seen where a sitting senator calls another one a terrorist. This is shocking. Its really sad that McCain campaign has come to this. Palin is a dispicable person.

Why in the world would Sen. Obama repudiate the TRUTH that Rep. John Lewis has stated.

What McCain and Palin need to do is apology to Sen. Obama and ALL of the America people for their hate-filled remarks and for wasting time in this election, turning the page from the economy, and turning to their old stale and dirty politics of fear, hatred, and division !

McCain-Palin's campaign is in the toilet. The question now is how will they exit – as someone who tried to focus on the economic wows with real solutions, or as someone who spent all of their time in negativity and divisions. I wonder which one will they choose.

I truly hope everyone will turn the page on this old dirty stale politics, and choose a better path. It's time for the American people to get it right and NOT vote for McCain-Palin, instead vote for change. It's time for this country to turn the page and seek a new and better future for ourselves and our children.It's time for REAL change in Washington, it's time to elect Barack Obama for president !

Obama-Biden are the wiser and stronger team to solve the crucial challenges we have in this nation and abroad !

Thi is such a sad, tragic situation.

I cannot believe what I've seen and heard from the McCain/Palin campaign. They have taken our country back 40-plus years.

What a terrible example our presidential race is to the rest of the world.

My prayer is that reason will prevail and that Americans will vote in our first African American president.

I'm glad John Lewis made his comments. If McCain/Palin don't like them, then maybe they should stop their destructive lynch-mentality rhetoric, like "Who Is Obama?" (as though he's some mysterious figure worthy of suspicion–who is Sarah Palin, after all?), or words to the effect that Obama doesn't love America the way they do (like Palin's secessionist husband, I guess), or that Obama "pals around" with terrorists. All untrue statements intended to incite people's anger and cause them to respond with disgusting comments like "kill him," and "treason." McCain is the one who should be deeply ashamed of himself and the people running his dirty campaign.

Thank You congressman Lewis for boldly puting words to want many know ,fear & don't want. McCain knows exactly what he is setting up. but his overblown ego has him feeling he's entitled to the presidency inspite of his shoddy campaign . We must move forward !

We have known since Keating 5 that McCain had no ethics, now this past week we have learned that he also has no morals! Who in good conscious can really vote for this ticket?

what does obama have to do with Lewis's statements and why should he say anything about them when they are true. The Palin/McCain ha, ha, ticket is dividing our country with fear mongering!

McCain has definitely proved how erratic he has become with this latest attempt to of all things demand that Sen. Obama repudiate Rep. Lewis's opinion of how he veiw's the tone of the McCain/Palin ticket. They have been trying to paint a picture of Sen. Obama as unamerican, unpatriotic, and a guy who thinks that domestic terrorism is ok. The McCain campaign says that these issues are "fair game", but we know that this is a desperate strategy to try to scare voters into thinking that Sen. Obama is something that he isn't. We have yet to see McCain and Palin apologize for the many lies that they are spreading on the web and through these untrue ads.

Also there was a woman yesterday at a McCain rally who said she doesn't trust Sen. Obama because she thought he was an Arab. McCain did correct her, but what he didnt say is that there is nothing wrong with Americans being Arab or Muslim and his campaign doesnt condone the type of politics that divides our nation with these comments against law abiding Americans who happen to practice a different faith than them.

And the latest smear campaign by McCain/Palin is to attack Michelle Obama with innuendo based on LIES.

Mr McCain if you have an ounce of shame left in yourself, utilize it and pull your campaign staff, Palin and yourself out of the gutter.

It's about time that someone with stature such as John Lewis call out McCain for the shameless inferences to race, which encourage acts of hate. Obama ought not to dignify McCain's response. No apology/repudiation is needed. McCain has a responsibility here. He must put a stop to it before disaster strikes. On the contrary McCain ought to acknowledge that this has been the tone in order to rehabilitate his image as someone with decency. If he does this now, we may see a small rise in his poll numbers, though not enough to win the election.

Rep. Lewis is one 100% right. McCain/ Palin rallies look like the KKK rallies only more organized. We do not need this kind of divison in this country during these critical times

Shame on McCain and Palin!

We should all SPEAK UP to stop the hatred and the seperation McCain-Palin are trying to reinvent. The next war that may come, may be between racists and non racists! And Palin is a CHRISTIAN??

The only person who should be apologizing is John McCain & Sarah Palin. In fact, they need to apologize to the American people for their race baiting behavior. If no one made a stink about this, their campaign would continue with these attacks. I am finally proud of the MSM for blasting the McCain campaign for their behavior.

Shame on you congressman Lewis for darkening the memory of those poor little girls for political gain. Both parties are stooping to new lows in this campaign as seen by the vile remarks on this ticker. The winner will have to remember that he needs the whole country behind him when he becomes President or else his victory will be a hollow one.

The Mccain Campaign already tried this Obama is the Playing the Race Card crap, but now everyone sees Mccain and Palin for what they are even without the hoods. Just sad that it took someone saying "KiLL Him' , "Bomb Obama" , :Terroist", "Traitor" and a whole host of other words im not going to get into. Im a conversative but this is not the Party of Lincoln this has become the Party of Nixon with that Vile southern Strategy Crap

If the shoe fits, Senator McCain.

These dog whistle rascist comments, you know, the ones that use code words such as "arab," "terrorist," "not one of us" spell out without actually using the N-bomb.

The fact that Palin, McCain and Cindy McCain, for the most part, stand silently, even smirking in approval as these horrible statements are screamed out make these Republican rallies look like Klan rallies of the past.

The minimal lip service from McCain calling for respect yesterdays seems a dollar short and a day late. Take ownership of your rallies' tone and the mob mentality that you embrace.

Shame on McCain and Palin for endorsing such hatred and the potential for violence.

Our nation deserves far much better than these two hate mongers.

Good one John! Call on Obama to repudiate remarks that are entirely true and aren't remotely comparable to the hate your campaign is spewing.

This stupidly transparent attempt is just another example of how disconnected with reality the McCain organization is. Every American with an IQ over 5 should be insulted that they would think us this gullible. This kind of crap smells of Ralph Reed and his moronic breed.

This makes me question even more if the woman was a plant as part of a stunt to portray McCain as opposed to his own organizations tactics.

Truth hurt Johnny?

Amen Rep. Lewis!!!

When is McCain and Palin going to Repudiate the Shocking statements by their followers. They sound like the terrorists if you ask me.

WHAT WE NOW HAVE IS A CANDIDATE WITH HIS MENTAL
RECORDS FOREVER SEALED, NOW BACKED BY THE NRA,
AND INCITING RAGE. AS THE SONG SAYS, "WHEN WILL WE
EVER LEARN"

McCain- you're a big joke.

under any circumstance I would not vote for you for the president of the USA, mr. mccain. but that is not the point. lots of people including I , however had great deal of respect for you as a senator , as a war hero and as a good person , that was what we thought you were. it is also true there is no chance without a miracle you will be elected to the office that you are seeking for. then , what for you are ,stooping so low , damaging your own reputation and revealing it more and more that you did not and do not deserve that respect as shown by your current over all behavior and atitude. life is too short. whatever , of it left , please live like a dignified person. it is not worth losing that dignity this way.
wishing you well otherwise.

men John Lewis..you are absolutely right. Until yesterday, when McCain sort of took the high road..they have been doing all they can to stir up the crowds, not to get out the vote..but to hate. I have lost all respect for McCain, and the Governor of Alaska,,the one that abuses her power..and the pulpit.

Obama should emprace him and not reputiate him because he speaks the truth. McCain is the one responsible for this hate because he allows it to continue through Palin.

Mr. Lewis is absolutely correct, he has witnessed the type of hate that is fueled by certain words and attitudes. I live in Ga, there are folks who are just waiting for an excuse to bring back the KKK, Mr. Obama please do not come to McCains rescue, he made his bed, now he must sleep in it. It is obvious that Palin is a pro at inciting hatred, she has performed her attack role flawlessly. How can to individuals running for the highest office in the country and suppose to be able to lead all the people, not a select few, but all the people incite so much hatred?

Is it me, or are John McCain and Sarah Palin squirrel bait? Really, really, this is beyond enough from McCain. He asked for it when he started trash talking, now he's whining about Rep. Lewis. Oh, boo-hoo, Cry me a freakin' river. You betcha!

Oh that's funny John McCain, you haven't had a problem going "beyond the pale" all week, inciting your supporters to want to kill Obama and cut off his head because you're out there telling them that he's a terrorist. The Bill Ayers attack is completely disengenious, and you should know how imflammatory the use of the word "terrorist" is. He and Obama aren't friends and you know it, and you know that Obama has absolutely nothing to do with Ayers' past activities, and that the only reason they crossed paths is because a Reagan supporting conservative who is still contributing to your campaign hired Ayers to work on a project to help improve education for children, and the woman who chose Obama to be her succesor and helped Obama start his political career, Alice Palmer, NOT Bill Ayers, took Obama to Ayers' house for a meet and greet. At that time, Ayers was a College Professor and an ex-Daley administration official, so why the heck would Obama think to ask whether or not he was a "terrorist"? Obama was asked by someone else, not Ayers who was put there by staunch Republicans, to help improve education for kids. And he crossed paths with a College Professor and a former Daley administration official. That's who Ayers was when Obama crossed paths with him trying to help kids, and you're using that to lead your followers to believe that Obama wants to kill people and destroy the American government. So you've got a lot of nerve talking about what's "beyond the pale" John McCain. What Lewis said is very real, and you need to check yourself and stop with the fake, self-righteous indignation.

Get your act together America. Thought you were finally getting over your racist past. Guess not. McCain and Palin rallies sound like unfettered nazi propoganda. Truly disappointing. Hope Obama turns the white house black!

Major tragedies in my lifetime followed hateful words and incitement .
I am frightened for America to hear the venomous words from McCain – Palin campaigns.

Hateful words and inuendo preceded the great American tragedies of JFK in Dallas, MLK in Memphis and RFK in California.

Beware America, hatred, incitement and unlimited gun availability provide fuel for additional great American tragedies.

For all our sakes please let's cool the rhetoric and focus on the pressing issues challenging our American economy.

What did McCain think would happen? He and Palin have brought out the wackos with their hate speech. Did they really think they could insinuate that Obama "pals around with terrorists" and not incite violence?

John Lewis is 100% right on this one! John McCain heard the calls from his supporters yelling 'off with his head', 'kill him', 'terrorist'. I'm surprised we haven't heard 'hang him high' yet. And I'm sure that's just what John Lewis thought might come next. Who wouldn't think that? He was right to speak out about it.
Hatred of all kinds has no place in this election. John McCain should apologize for having heard these comments for 2 days straight without stopping them until yesterday, shyly, I might add!
Obama need not apologize for anything here. AT ALL.

Repudiate what? After what I listened to last week, these are some words you should listen to Johnny.

WHAT HAS HAPPENED TO THE REPUBLICAN PARTY? THEY ENCOURAGE HATRED AND ALSO HAVE A PARTNER IN CRIME, FOX CHANNEL.

IF SOMETHING HAPPENS TO SENATOR OBAMA, WHO IS THE BLAME OR WHO IS THE INSTIGATOR OF HATRED?

STOP THE HATRED AND APOLOGIZE TO SENATOR OBAMA. PLEASE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Thank you congressman Lewis for pointing out the truth. The problem with racism is that there are two sides to it–a conscious one that is pretty easy to see, and an unconscious one that some people are still struggling to understand. Neither McCain nor Palin gets the latter. And that is why both McCain and Palin are having so much trouble to understand why the majority of Americans are rejecting their tactics as well as their campaign.

Congressman Lewis is an extremely gentle man. If he came out so forcefully against McCain, the only explanation for that is, that Senator McCain's campaign has gone over the edge of civility.

Carlos Jean-Gilles
Saint Louis, MO

You see!! When democrats say horrors and pestilence against Gov Palin is ok!! right? Democrats have tried to instill hatred for Gov. Palin!! I TAKE SERIOUS OFFENSE TO THAT!! I am a female with aspirations to politics like many young women ou there!! throwing insults towards Gov. Palin is throwing insults to all of us out here. I am not a dem or a rep but I am a decent citizen who relates to Gov. Palin! People!! talk about hatred!!! Stop! just Stop for a moment. Would you like for your daughters to be insulted like the way She has been (Gov Palin?) I feel for her parents!! What a shame!! I guess all of those individuals talking horors about Gov Palin were raised that way hu!! I admire and respect Gov Palin and wish her and Sen McCain my best wishes this coming election day!!

GO SEN McCAIN / GOV PALIN 2008
Obama / Biden 2016

Even though they're true, Obama didn't make those remarks. Nothing for him to apologize about. McCain is just playing the good cop to Palin's bad cop. The scary thing is that Palin really seems to be enjoying herself.

George Wallace never set off a bomb but William Ayers and Bernadette Dhorn has.

Senator McCain is again on the wrong track. He is going to start something that he can't control. George Wallace didn't hide his and that's the only difference between the two.

Why should anyone apologize for Lewis's statements? He's not even on Obama's staff. And besides, John Lewis is absolutely right. McCain and Palin are creating an atmosphere of rage and hatred. Watching those people made me think of Germany when Hitler began his rise to power. This is a terrible path McCain has chosen. Get off it now, before another tragedy like the one in Birmingham occurs.

Vote for honor and decency. Vote Obama-Biden.

Is it me, or are John McCain and Sarah Palin squirrel bait? Really, really, this is beyond enough from McCain. He asked for it when he started trash talking, now he's whining about Rep. Lewis. Oh, boo-hoo, Cry me a freakin' river.

His chances for winning are about as good as a snowball in hell.

Right. Obama should repudiate these comments when McCain and Palin repudiate the nutbars who attend their rallies shouting that Obama should be killed.

Senator John McCain, I just watched your little raily I watched the 2nd debate I have seen and heard Gov. Palin and why did you go to these
battle ground states? you are what you are, and white folk black folk
asian haspanic democrates republicans we donot like the way you are running your campaign you are the croud you keep,you said that
so on that note donot talk about the past when you are living it today.
and the statement that one reminds me of when I was told you are not like the rest of them

All McCain has left is the race card. Problem is if he uses it it's a hail Mary and he goes down as one of the most disgraceful presidential candidates in recent history.

Obama has the perfect path to ride this out to victory. McCain has completely lost control of his campaign and probably doesn't have enough time to get it back.

He should've proved himself the maverick and challenged Bush for the nomination in 2004.

The Republican campaign is spreading HATE – We already have an incident here in Virginia – in one of our counties – where "people with guns" are threatening Obama – thinking he is a "terrorist".

This is a time we DO NOT need to stir up what already "secretly" exist – OR, maybe this is the time which is why Obama ran for President in the first place – THE FIERCE URGENCY OF NOW!!!! … Think about it!!!

OBADEN 2008-2016!!! YES WE CAN overcome and get rid of the HATE!!

It seems to me that McCain and the Republican party plays to the hateful and racist constituents that clearly are the bulk of their party, without them they cannot win. Thanks to George go it alone Bush and the disenfranchisement of so many Americans of color, Mccain / Palin find themselves in one heck of a pickle as demonstrated my his attempts to calm the hateful and racist rants of the mob crowd that turn out to see him. They booed nhim for stating that Barack Obama was a decent man who they did not have to fear. All during McCain and Palin's campaign they referenced "Joe six pack, Walmart moms and Nascar dads as their supporters as if people aren't aware that it's code for racist white america. Well there is a saying for that … you lay down with dogs you get up with cancer…lol

McShame's problem is that he doesn't realize that Rep. Lewis isn't speaking about attacks on Obama's record or policy… he is refering to the unbelievably unsettling comments that are being made at McCain & Palins rallies! McCain made no attempt to refute the cries of "Terrorist" at his rally in reference to his question of who is Obama really? His claims that they cannot hear these remarks are ridiculous! The look on McCain & Palin's faces when these comments are made is enough evidence… they hear it and they were enjoying the rage until they realized the majority of Americans will not tolerate it! They are only changing their tone now that it is backfiring on them! McShame's efforts to diffuse his crowds now is much too late… we can all see the wolf for what he is! Rep Lewis is just telling it like it is!

It is good to see that although people disagree, no one is threatening violence to any of the candidates. Hopefully, most Americans who are McCain/Palin rally attendees, will keep their cool.

If the shoe fits…

This is interesting to me. I was stating what Congressman Lewis has stated last night with my girl friend. I told her that this whole episode going on while McCain and Palin are out stumping reminds me of things read and scene during the Civil Rights Movement where people gathered around their supremists leaders who constantly stoked the crowd with behaviour presently seen at McCain-Palin rallys.

McCain and his cronies can dish it out hatred and when called on it they want Obama to step up????????????? Unbelievable…….

I actually imagined, when I watched McCain's response to some of the hate-filled crazies, that his better side might be re-emerging. I'm sorry that my wishful thinking was wrong. It is clear that McCain/Palin are creating and fanning the flames of racism and intolerance; it's a terribly dangerous game they are playing, and it is an understatement to say that it's disappointing.

Finally, someone with some sense. Thank you John Lewis! McCain and his campaign knew what they are doing when they started this vitriol and now they're trying to place the blame elsewhere. We see you for who you are. I used to buy your war hero schtick. Now all I see is a disgraceful old man with a lying, abusive, nonelected-husband-in-her-office-running the shots, claiming she's a Christian and hateful vice presidential pick. This is how you would run our country? I don't think so.

Obama/Biden '08

OBAMA and his team should stay out of this. Let Mcbush and his lot clean the mess they created…

Okay..so let me get this straight…It's perfectly fair for the GOP and their candidates to smear a half-white, half-black presidential candidate, AND allow their rally attendees to shout vicious threats and negative slurs….But it is NOT fair for supporters of this same candidate to speak out with evidentiary history that clearly addresses the verbal and political posture the GOP is taking. I find this amazing, and obviously these individuals who are supporters of the GOP and their ticket think that the rest of us Americans are extremely ignorant. But we are not….God is watching, and listening, and not in a state of idleness, for sure.

I'm rich, white, angry, AND a Southerner, born and bred, and Lewis is completely correct in his appraisal.

This vicious campaigne lies at the foot of the man and woman trying to get elected by inciting their followers to believe in an undemocratic, rascist, partisan world.

So I, too, am angry at McCain and especially Ms Unethical Palin!

I believe that McSenile and Palin have spent a whole week spewing hate and now the chickens have come home to roost. McSenile may want to stop whining . OBAMA/BIDEN 08
Connie from Indiana

"Our country must return to the important debate about the path forward for America." says Senator McCain to Senator Obama. I am sorry Senator McCain you have NOT been the model for your own words. You have shared more negativity and attacks than a constructive plan forward ever since the Republican Convention, which was the rudest, derogatory display of rhetoric I've ever heard out of a convention. I lost all respect for the likes of NYC Rudy Guiliani, Sen. Graham, and Sen. Lieberman to support the most reprehensible smear tactics on record. Senator Lewis is absolutely correct in shaming you for unleashing your self-described 'pitbull' to insinuate that Senator Obama 'is not like us and doesn't see America like we do". Talk about divisive and disrespectful. She actually smiled and winked when someone called out "terrorist", etc. THIS IS WRONG! You finally decided in might be over the top when other Republicans repudiated you like Norm Coleman and Christopher Buckley. Yet, you waited too long and let this go too far to expect Senator Lewis to pull back his criticisms for such offenses. You've shamed yourself, your family, your party and your country. You might be able to recover some of your honor for past sacrifices and service if you go down with your self-imposed wounded ship graciously, but your integrity will be forever marred. May God have mercy on you for inflicting on us, as a leader, a V.P. choice not vetted who, with you and other Republicans have done more to set this country back decades than any Presidential/Vice Pres. in history.

Truth Hurts!

Good Job Lewis!!!!!! Why should you have to Apologizing for telling the truth!! McCain and Palin are the ones spilling hate!

All of the candidates should take a step back and realize what it is that they're doing. They have incited people to hatred beyond normal acceptance and with either a wink or a nod, this hatred has been given tacit approval. Now that someone has given the rhetoric a true name, somehow our candidates are offended. All of a sudden, the people realize that the head of their party isn't wearing any clothes. November the 4th can't get here fast enough.

I'm very sorry Mr McCain but I felt the same undercurrent myself..and it is very dangerous

What the congressman said is right!!!! The McCain campaign should realize it's the same thing.

What's so funnny about this, is what all you people believe from the messiah, the chosen one (those are your sides words………not mine)

Funny when the truth hurts!

McCain Nor Palin Said Nothing For Days To Repudiate There Own Supporters!

I Feel The Same Way As Lewis It Was Getting Crazy!

The statements by Senator Lewis are absolutely correct!!!!! What we are seeing right at this moment is a viscious, last ditch attempt at slandering Senator Obama. I stated last week to a family member if violence erupts over this campaign and something hideous ensues that this will be the last election I ever participate in or vote in. This country must come together as a people of democratic faith. I am fed up to my neck at these remarks. We have a nation in extreme economic crises. The difficulties that face us are being ignored and to add insult to injury these candidates are about to create another potentially serious issue! Stop this crap now! We know who the next president is already! And so does Senator McCain. We are on the brink of a historic moment in our history. President Obama wil have RADICALLY new ideas. Just what our country needs! So Senator Barrack Huessin Obama I wish you well in your Presidency and may God be with you and Senator Biden. Because unfortunately you will inherit a conundrum beyond belief. Neither of you caused this issue nor helped but it is time to come the aid of your country. Congratulations Senators Obama and Biden. We look forward to your great leadership!

If you are not voting Obama because he is black, you are a racist, however, if you are voting for him because he is black, you are also a racist. Get your heads out of your butts people. You are ALL wrong! I am an independent, and would not vote dem or repub if you all were the last folks on earth! Both sides are guilty as sin. Both sides are wrong. Both sides have on blinders. Period.

JOHN McCAIN AND SARAH PALIN ARE BY FAR THE MOST HATEFULL CANDIDATES TO EVER RUN FOR OFFICE.

Congressman Lewis is correct. This week has brought us record lows in humanity and American politics. I never thought I would witness hate rallies and crowds encouraged to yell out to kill another human being. Hearing a call by a mob for murder and to kill and receive encouragement is the more fearful thing I have witnessed in my adult life. What makes it more frightening is a Presidential and Vice Presidential candidate from one of the 2 major political parties are the instigators leading the battle cry. This country could be imploding both politically and financially.

If McCain were a true leader and a real man, he would be tackling this alarming discourse. His refusal to simply implicates him as a conspirator. I had thought more of McCain.

rob: because wright and farrakhan aren't at obama rallies yelling at white cameramen and yelling to kill mccain.

It's obvious from the hatred displayed in the democratic primary and continued once Senator McCain chose a woman VP, that sexism is more prevalent in america than racism ever was. Racism was real and was conquered, yet women still suffer the discrimination they did over a 100 years ago. I am appalled at ANY woman who has the nerve to support Roe vs Wade yet refuses to accept a woman in the White House. It would seem that these women are contemporary slaves to their master male role models.

What planet are you from, McCain. Both you and your shotgun rider have been asking. "Who is the REAL Barack Obama"? Can you explain you're answer to that question?

McCain and McPalin are making comments that are "shocking beyond the pale"…. but true to Republican form, they can dish it out…. but they surely CANNOT take it!

I think they simply LIVE for any rebuttal of their outrageous claims as an opening to scream outrage at their opponents. This is pure Karl Rove tactics! Such hysterical behavior is just the way he handled the Bush/Cheney campaign.

Too bad too many of their base followers are of that same mentality! McCain is taking us backwards in race relations and simple human relations in this country. He is appealing to the most base instincts of ignorant and uneducated individuals of our society.

These Republicans have no shame. It is surely win at any cost from their camp! I am so pleased to see that Obama attacks the issues and McBush's stance on those issues. We know what he wants. Too bad McSame is too ashamed to admit that he is simply for more of the same Bush policies!

We still cannot afford four more years of Bush's trickle down economics. There will be nothing left of this country. Bush, McCain and their wealthy buddies will simply move away for the US and find another place where they can rape the average man and get paid for it.

This white middle age Police Officer and Republican. Thinks Lewis is right on the money. The disgusting Palin speech where the crowd yelled 'Kill Him' and shouted Racial Slurs at a black camera man. Is straight out of the 60's south. All that was missing was the hoods and burning cross. You Apologize McNazi !

Rep Lewis is correct. Please, Senator Obama don't listen to McCain. Rep Lewis is correct, McCain campaign has condone hatred among his supporters. Rep Lewis has a lot of wisdom.

McCain and Palin are entering into dangerous territory and it's clear the american people don't approve based on the latest polls reflecting an even wider gap in the polls in favor of Barack Obama. That is encouraging. McCain is seen as a desperate and hateful man whose dignity and honor are fading with each lie he tells about Obama. It's McCain/Palin we need to fear judging by their lack of concern for country first. They are hypocrites and should be ashamed of themselves. If things don't go their way, they just deny them anyway or play the victim role. Hopefully the american public sees through it for the despicable stunt that it is.

Excuse me John McCain, but you & Sarah Palin have been the ones attacking Barack Obama's character and allowing your hateful & racist supporters to shout out very vile comments at your rallies.

Thank you Congressman Lewis. The issue of racism must be addressed, not supressed, by the McCain campaign in order to prevent violence. The McCain/Palin ticket is going negative and there are serious repurcussions for that. Rather than address the hatred, violent and racist comments made, McCain is trying to quiet the concerns of people who have been the direct victims of these attacks. If Obama gets hurt, McCain will be scrutinized for his failure to address the hate mongering occuring at his rallies. Step up McCain! Face your people and your supporters and acknowledge them for what they are, rather than telling victims of racist attacks to quell their concerns.

Lewis is absolutely CORRECT! The last few days of McCain’s campaign ads and things Palin have said, angers me. Mostly it has caused me to fear for Barack's safety. I am a Black American and I feel the sting in Palin’s words and tone and it has caused me sadness. Sadness, that Americans still hate us because of our skin color, but she professes to be a Christian and that is not how God wants us to behave. Something had to be said, and I'm sure there are many more leaders out there, regardless of color that disagree with the negative statements and ads against Barack’s character. McCain is contradictory. On the one hand he runs ads that say Obama “runs with terrorists” and at the same time he is saying “don’t be scared of Barack”… Which is it McCain?

Obama in ’08!

McCain is truly pathetic. How can he possibly get upset about something being a "Character attack"?? His entire campaign strategy the past three weeks has been 100% about character attacks towards Obama.

These WWF republicans showing up at these McCain-Palin "Hate" rallies represent everything that is wrong in this country.

Thank God the majority of this country seems to be starting to wake up to the fallacies of the right wing.

Obama/Biden 2008!!

The truth occasionally hurts. A lot!

I can understand why. Here it goes. I first would like to thank Senator Obama for a couple things I have learned in this election season. The first one is that I finally have a better understanding why Obama does not like China or the Chinese regime. The reason is simple. That is in the past two decades or so China has tried its best to do away with its 50-year failed socialist policy and in the meanwhile has embraced as much capitalism as possible. The 50-year failed policy almost brought that country next to nothing and only the recent embracement of capitalism has allowed China to be able to get up on its feet. Unfortunately, Obama just wants to do the opposite the Chinese have been through by advocating additional radical socialist programs. We all know that the current entitlement program is a time bomb that has been said to be even more powerful than the current financial crisis. No doubt, adding socialized health care to it is sure to add fuel to that ticking bomb that will guarantee to eat you, me, and our kids up alive by destroying the future all together. In addition, have you heard about that some evacuees from the last hurricane in New Orleans have complained about not being evacuated to cruise ships?! Wake up! We are a loving nation and the young, the weak, and those able bodies (including students) who are willing to work or go to school and yet can’t afford insurance must be helped as McCain has said all along, but handing out free insurance (a right???!!!) to everyone is outrageous!! We Americans are smart enough to comprehend this. For young college kids, you might at the moment feel frustrated by the current situation you are facing, but those radical policies of Mr. Obama will sure to come back to haunt you after you leave school. Thanks Senator Obama!

The second thing I want to thank Senstor Obama is how simplistic, unthoughful and dangerous Mr. Obama’s policy philosophy is by advocating another $150B stimulus package without knowing what happened to the last $70B package. Folks again, much of that $70B was shipped overseas like China, India, etc. by WalMart, Target, and the like. This might sound popular to some as it might help to alleviate the financial burden for the time being, but it is NOT GOOD for America! Given the current economic situation, do we need another stimulus package, yes we do. But it should be done in way that it will help create jobs in America, not in overseas to allow this deficit monster to be able to feed on itself to destroy our economy. If you listen to Mr. McCain, his approach makes lots of sense by reducing taxes to allow small business to hire and buy America. That is what we need for the next president. Folks, we should be smarter! People like McCain in Washington will find a way to let the money to stay in America and to help America, not those across the oceans! Again, thanks Senator Obama!

eenie meenie miny moe

Oh, cry me a river! As a moderate Democrat, I'm growing sick and tired of the faux outrage and cries of racism by Obama supporters, who were awfully quiet when Obama's pal Wright made racist comments and justified 9/11. I don't like McCain, but there's no way I will vote for Obama, and it is because the majority of his supporters come across as fanatical, anti-white nutjobs. Their hypocrisy and bully tactics are sickening.

Thank you for saying what I and many others have fearfully thought. What frightens me even further is that McCain cannot see this.

After watching Palin whip up the hatred and furror….I have been heartsick with fear for our country and safety of Barack Obama and his family. Sara Palin especially, is bordering on evil. She seems to think any means justify her ends.

The Jesus I know and love would condem her actions. I pray for His protection for Barack, Michelle and their children in the swirl of this evil.

Mc Cain should had repudiated those supporters as well as Sarah Palin for allowing the ugliness to surface in his and her events.
Lewis spoke power to truth.

Oh, I do hope Sen. Obama does not repudiate the remarks – they were made in the best spirit possible: that of peace and wisdom.

Lewis's comment expose the Truth about the black support for Obama.
If you're white: YOU'RE GUILTY AS CHARGED!
LEWIS…….YOU'RE DISGUSTING AND A DISGRACE TO YOUR RACE.

VOTE MCCAIN / PALIN

HONESTY
INTEGRITY
SERVICE TO COUNTRY
NOT SELFLESS SELF PROMOTION.

My husband and I were attacked twice in Wal Mart because we exercised the right to wear our candidate's t-shirt and button. We no longer wear them because we are fearful for our lives.

It is said to say, But it is true. The hateful ugly things that have been said about Mr Obama has truly scared me. There are alot of sick people on both ends of the spectrum. We do not want to feed that kind of hatred and ignorance. And that is exactly what Mr McCain and Mrs Palin has been doing. What? did they think no one noticed

McCain/Palin have repelled more voters than attracting, you can't start stirring anger and use racist codes in the campaign and expect good people to follow you. There are some people wanted to vote McCain for his experience etc, but they will be afraid to be seen in the tank of McCain hatred. Please stop this, start talking about issues that matter to peoples' lives rather than running an aoutrageous smear campaign. When it come McCain lost election, he'll regret himself because his image has been turnished and even will need to retire from public services ( Senate seat).

Senator McCain: Did you really think that this past week of having Sarah Palin stir up hatred of Obama would NOT rise up and bite you? Senator Obama does not, in this case, need to apologize until YOU apologize for allowing Sarah Palin to stir up the 'hateful faithful'. She did NOTHING when one of the people in her audience yelled out 'kill him!' in answer to her diatribe. Please, your "outrage" is making me vomit!

I give McCain a lot of credit for correcting that woman who called Obama an Arab. My opinion of him went up at that point.

I blame this entire mess on McCain's strategists and Palin (a complete mental midget).

McCain wants to win at ALMOST any cost. He drew the line in the sand when he corrected that woman at the rally.

He should have stopped his strategists from picking his VP and for creating this overt message of hatred right from the beginning. But as all of Republicans know, the Republican party doesn't have an economic message other than cut taxes and Ronald Reagan's trickle down economics.

Everyone must be careful about stiring up crowds. We must be mindful the Garfield, Lincoln, and Kennedy were killed by men that thought they were being patriotic.

I have many white friends who have mentioned to me privately that Sarah Palin is fueling racial hatred in a very subtle and not so subtle way. She wants to bring up Rev Wright and attack Obama as the evil other.

Thank God for John Lewis. John McCain would be well served to take his councel now if he wants to retain in degree of respectability.

"You can put lipstick on a pig, but at the end of the day, it is still a pig"

What is the difference in what John McCain's campaign is during and a pig? Lipstick!

Is this what is underneath the Pentacostal Movement–a cover for segregation?

Considering John McCain and Lewis have been friendly in the past, I would hope that Sen McCain would listen to what's being said.

yap yap yap…. does McBush have a plan to solve the economic crisis? the Bush War in Iraq? NO? No wonder he sputters on and on about nothing…..

I think further back to a time of great economic hardship when a certain individual provoked hatred against scapegoats.

Got Hitler?

This is right on target. Like so many of my friends we saw it coming. At the end of the day, we will see that this will always be a "white America". I am also afraid for the Obama family. No one can say that my America is not filled on racism. I am sick to my stomach to see it rear it's ugly head in this political campaign, and all of you who want to deny it, it is very shameful. Where were all these supporter of Mcshame his first time around? NOWHERE. Until a black man emerge as the front-runner, all these "supporters" came out.
WE ARE NOT STUPID. WE KNOW AMERICA DOES NOT WANT A BLACK FAMILY IN THEIR "WHITE HOUSE" This is my country, but for once in my life I AM ASHAMED OF WHAT IS GOING ON NOW.
SHAME!!!!!!!!!!! ON MCsame, and his side- kick, Sarah

The Republican Party is the party of greed, ignorance, and hatred. Why anyone would listen to any Republican, especially since Bush, is unbelievable.

Finally, someone said what American people are thinking!!! I've watched the news for the past week with a sick feeling in my stomach. I saw the clip where McCain tried to calm his crowd Friday night, but his ignorance (perhaps) of what HE and PALEN has created is not enough to turn on John Lewis for being a voice of many people watching in horror. What does his campaign need to acknowledge the results of their actions…a violent mob, a death?

The campaigns are not equal in spewing hate and I am appalled when commentators compare disagreements over issues with hate mongering as if there is no difference.

If this is how he controls or runs his campaign, how can he automatically "reach across the room" and work with everyone if elected? If he can't control or run a campaign, how can he run a country? Finally, if this is not what McCain wants, then the final question is why is he so easily manipulated by those in his party? I thought we wanted something better.

Do any of you realize that Biden have been saying some pretty harsh things about Palin and McCain on his round of speeches?
Take time to listen…pay attention…..you will be surprised at what this man who was against Obama during the primary will now say about the opposition now that he is vp.

Pretty mean stuff! He mimics and mocks palin's remarks and is sexist, and of course he also, like his boss, tries to make McCain into a senile, demented and erratic old man. I think the current phrase is "out of touch".

Finally someone who sees the hatred stirred by the McCain campaign. As a woman of minority decent I fear for our nation under a man who allows such bigotry and hatred to be spewed at his rallies. For the first time since I began voting I am truly afraid of what our country could become. A wise man once said the best way to win is to divide and conquer your ememies, do not divide and conquer your nation.

FROM A "WINKE AND BLINK OF AN EYE" JOHN MCCAIN HAS LOST IS RESPECT AS AN "HONORABLE SENATOR". SAY IT ISN'T SO.

Sadly, the Republican Party of today is not the same as the one I agreed with when REAL conservatives like William Buckley were the guiding forces, not the medieval-thinking "Christian" nutjobs & hate-mongerers apparently in charge of this campaign.

I'm angry at what 8 yrs of Bush has done to our country and ashamed of the McCain/Palin ticket. McCain has lost his honor this past week and I hope intends to reverse course before some wacko does something that will lead this country to a national tragedy.

Amazing… I thought an amount of Intelligence would find its way to these comment boards… I was wrong. Are the people writing these ridiculous accusations old enough to vote?

As John Lewis dances around rhetoric with enough spin to weave a blanket…. you are being spoon fed enough propaganda to choke a horse.

If you really agree with him, you will get the government you deserve.
Try living in a socialist country and then decide for whom you will cast your vote.

Alec

Rob October 11th, 2008 4:08 pm ET

This issue is so one-sided! Why aren't we talking about the racism and hatred spewed by Farrakhan and Wright. They are just as bad as the KKK

In case you haven't noticed,neither of those two is on the Democratic ticket.

McCain/Palin are hoplessly in a crash and burn spiral downward. Once again McCain refuses to take responsibility for his actions. Wake up old man!
You lost the election!

After listening to Governor Palin today address the crowd and touch on the issue about abortion and abortion rights i can now see how people get so angr and frustrated with senator Obama. I am an Obama supporter and i feel sorry for John McCain right now, due to the fact that he sent out his attack dog and the response he wanted was not what he's getting, and thats mainly due to the words and the way governor Palin speak at these rallies. I dont know if it's to late but if senator McCain wants to end this campaign with some dignity, he has to put a muzzle on Sarah Palin, and write her speeches from now on!!!! i no longer see her as a person, me being a woman, can relate to!!!! i believe both Obama and McCain's life can be in danger with some of the outraged comments being made during this last week of campaining. it's sad but its time like these I am not proud to be an AMERICAN!!! PEACE IN "08″

He's spot on! The sudden defense of Obama by McCain is like trying to unring a chorus of bells McCain's had set off by his attack dog. THEY started this, THEY incited the racial remarks and the politics of personal destruction and they DARE to be outraged?

You go, Mr. Lewis – you were there, you know what the atmosphere feels, sounds and looks like. And this is wayyyyyy too close for comfort to be overlooked or swept under the rug.

Proud of your gumption!!

Thank you, John Lewis.

You are absolutely correct.

McCain and Palin are on the ropes and they will say or do anything to stir up the gap-toothed knuckle draggers in their base.

Unfortunately, one of these loosely wrapped followers could think he's doing a country great service by bringing harm to Mr. Obama. I hope I am wrong, but in today's world nothing would surprise me.

A side note and we should not get cocky but the RCP this morning shows "O/B as THAT ONE by 7.1 points.

The RCP electoral map shows them at 277 electoral votes, RCP is showing PA as safe and VA as leaning for Obama.

Again do not get cocky, but just savor these facts while we "elitist" have our morning latte's and scones in our ivory towers while gazing upon the serfs toiling in the fields!

WINK!

Hey Jhon …

this one is man to man . No need to include Barack in this one.

Why don't you be a man and respond directly and whithout condescension to Lewis whom you once had "high regards for", because it was a politically the safe thing to proclaim, and the razzle dazle you needed to distract from the fact that you voted many times against MLK day and to keep the confederate flag flying high in the deep south.

C'mon, own up to your strategy of riling up , and taping into the deep pool of blatant bigotry and racims of your supporters. Now you want senator Obama to "repudiate" … Haha , that would be funny if it wasn't truly nauseating.

Once again….The BROWN SHIRTS are sitting at their computers at full force spewing their own mindless hate. You all work for the Obama campaign waiting to attack. Will you be stuffing the ballot boxes too for your messiah?

McCain have some nerves!! Once again trying to re-direct the conversation from something he started! There is nothing to repudiate when Republicans also said what the McCain team is doing is dangerous, unfortunately playing with this kind of fire we'd all get burned.

With the people at the rallies yelling such hateful things as they were last week was like watching a picture from the past ,some of which were very disturbing,it did bring back old and scary thoughts of what we have been trying to overcome.Palin and McCain were fanning the flames of hate so there is no need for an apology from John Lewis.

Lewis is right on the money. Shame on McCain.

McCain tried to put the genie back in the bottle and his own supporters booed him. Go figure. You can't just whip people into a frenzy and then act surprised when things start to spiral out of control. It's obvious that he now realizes that his campaign is headed down a dark ugly path, but I don't velieve that he know how to stop it and Palin is on a power trip, she is absolutely loving it.

How can he be expected to run the country when he can't control his own rally's. Contrast that to the way Obama has handled hecklers at his events.

I don't understand how threatening Obama has anything to do with the people in McCain's rally being angry about the economy. Moderate republicans yesturday said the same thing as Lewis. McCain did not ask them to repudiate their comments. get real. McCain's rallies do look like a lynch mob.

John Lewis has NOTHING to apologize for……….

Senator Obama doesn't have to repudiate ANYTHING of what Congressman Lewis has said………..IT IS TRUE.

Senator McCain and Gov. Palin are the ones who need to STOP the dangerous rhetoric!

OBAMA / BIDEN 08

Rep Lewis is correct. Please, Senator Obama don't listen to McCain. Rep Lewis is correct, their campaign has condone hatred among his supporters. Rep Lewis has a lot of wisdom.

John Lewis's attack is correct, McCain should know that he'c encouragins some pretty destructive behavior in his, and especially Palin's rallies.

John McCain has got to realize that lately his rallies HAVE resembled some things that Lewis would have experienced.

It is very hard to loose power. It seems Republican machinery will do everything in their power to win.

SHAME is what would emerge if violence is erupted in this election. It would begin a strugle in this nation that has not been seen or heard.

We have already fallen short of our leadership in the world, leader ship in technology and leadership in economy. Now this would add a new shameful chapter.

I guess "DEGRADING VALUES" is the root to our down fall that has been creeping into our society which is pulling us all down. Now it is showing its ugly head for everyone else to see.

Hey, John! How's it feel? After all the lies and distorted truths and misleading facts and personal attacks on Obama, you and "Moose-Woman" should be the last people in the world to become "outraged"
by someone else's comments about you. In fact, in this case, the comments are correct. You and Palin keep feeding hatred with your
mis-truths to your followers. You brought on this storm, now weather it!
-Don Kraus

McCain is wrong…..you can't launch a character attack against some one who has no character.

An Obama supporter and hero of the civil rights movement calls out McCain for his racist, hate-and-fear-mongering rallies and Obama is supposed to "repudiate" him?

When will McCain "repudiate" those "regular people" who screamed "terrorist", "treason", "kill him", and "bomb Obama"?

My guess is that the "honorable" John McCain never will. He hides behind two women, his wife and running-mate, and lets them deliver the most vile rhetoric. He himself pretends to be reasonable, correcting two rabid supporters at a rally when his negative campaigning hurts him in the polls, but his ads are still 100% negative based on lies and smears and Sarah Palin and the rest of his campaign are still fully on board the new "Hate Talk Express".

The one good thing? We all knew this was what was really in "christian" conservatives hearts, and now the whole nation gets to see it on display. This is conservatism, exposed for what it truly is – an ideology built on ignorance, fear, and hate.

mccain should start by his own sarah palin remarks on the campaign trail. shame on you john

Stop falling back on race and talk about the issues. The American people are sick of race bating by Obama and the big money-race bating remnants of those who have apostasized from Martin Luther King's dream and vision. Since when is attacking a persons position on abortion, same sex marriage or even calling a person by their God given name racist. By the way Joe Biden lied. Barack Obama is for same sex marriage. Further, since when is attacking a canidates position on economics racist. Maybe the AARP should complain because the Obama camp is calling John McCain senile and erratic. Maybe Hilary Clinton should complain because NOW thinks Sara Palin should remain bare foot and pregnant in Alaska. Shame on you John Lewis. Shame on you Democrats. Shame on you Barack Obama. Shame on you America for falling for this garbage.