October 11, 2008
Posted: 05:35 PM ET

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McCain acknowledged anger on the trail Saturday.
McCain acknowledged anger on the trail Saturday.

DAVENPORT, Iowa (CNN) — After days of headlines over the emotion at his campaign events, John McCain acknowledged at a rally in Davenport, Iowa Saturday that he and his supporters are angry — but insisted the anger wasn't directed at opponent Barack Obama.

After a week of headlines about angry outbursts from the audience at McCain-Palin rallies directed toward Obama, the Republican nominee added some new lines in his stump speech giving a nod to the emotion on the trail.

"My friends, I have traveled all over this great country, and one thing I have heard from Americans at every stop is that they are angry. They’re angry. They’re angry. They’re angry about the mess in Washington and Wall Street. They’re angry about the failure of leadership at this hour of national crisis,” said McCain. “Well you’re angry, and I’m angry too, and when Sarah Palin and I get to the White House we’ll turn Washington upside down.”

But Obama’s record didn’t entirely escape McCain’s wrath. The GOP presidential candidate pointed to a large contribution to Obama’s political campaign from a beneficiary of one of his opponent's earmarks.

“I guess it was sheer coincidence that the chairman of the planetarium pledged to raise more than $200,000 dollars for Senator Obama’s political campaign,” said McCain. “My friends, the appearance of this insider dealing angers Americans. I am going to put a stop to that, my friends, when I am president.”

A protestor brandishing a sign that read “war is over” brought the crowd back to a more familiar kind of anger — but drew a measured response from McCain.

“You know, my friends, there’s a perfect example of some people that just don’t get it," said the Arizona senator. "You know, as people trying to stay in their homes, keep their jobs and afford health care, is what they want is for us to yell at each other ? No. They want us to sit down together, Republican and Democrat, and work together in this terrible time of crisis, the largest financial crisis in our history.”

“And by the way my friends, as you know, I’ve had hundreds of town hall meetings and I always give people a chance to talk. I don’t always enjoy it but I give them a chance to talk and that’s what its all about,” he said to cheers from the crowd. “So if there is anyone else that has a problem, come to the next town hall meeting. I’ll be glad to talk to ya.”

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G. Howard   October 12th, 2008 8:00 am ET

I am a Democrat, that was leaning to vote for McCain\Palin ticket. But after that question when the women accused Obama being an "Arab" and McCain responds was " a decent,family man" NOT a decent American family man, he lose my vote. And if something happens to Obama before this elections, America will no longer have the voice to cry injustice to those who abuses their citizens of different race, religion, or social standing. Speaking of terrorists, Is the Alaskan Separtist Group on that list? If so, why not the media attack her family (husband) for being a member of said group the why they attacked Obama ex-peacher?

Wren   October 12th, 2008 4:17 am ET

Joe Biden is the sexiest man alive !

Obama/Biden 08

Trica   October 12th, 2008 12:46 am ET

No Osama

Michy   October 12th, 2008 12:27 am ET

As a black american, I find these comments insulting. There is evidence that Obama HAS worked with terrorists in the past - anti-american terrorists. And saying the truth is NOT racist. Wake up people. He did the same thing to Hillary and he's trying the same thing on McCain. Obama is the one causing racial tension. Oh, and I am a black american but I don't attend anti-white churches. Imagine if McCain's pastor preached hate toward black people??? Then it wouldn't be ok, would it?

Michy   October 12th, 2008 12:13 am ET

You people are insane. There is no racism here. You and Obama just CAN NOT answer the questions we Americans want…why did you work with Ayers - who gave you $50 million to disperse when he worked for him, and what about his racist church with rev. Wright, and what about him paying ACORN $800,000 to get voters in the states that have commited fraud, and what about having his college records sealed, and what about his support of live birth abortions, and what about having his college paid for my radical anti-american extremists? Shall I go on??????

JNC, California   October 11th, 2008 11:53 pm ET

I am not surprised how racist America is, but when I see all this hate at these town hall meetings…that's where it becomes scary!!! McShame and that fake hockey mom that just got booed are getting what they deserve!! Also I really respect CNN, but LOU DOBBS, you sir, are not an Independent, but are working with the republican party…

jim   October 11th, 2008 11:19 pm ET

reading all these blogs about McCain and being angry …well it seems to me that all you Obama fans have the real anger problem .It also seem like the violence that may or could happen may be cuased by you all fueling the fire.

debwilldo   October 11th, 2008 11:14 pm ET

Oh Puh-leeze!!
The simple fact is that Old Johnny Boy only stopped this race-based hatred that he and that idiot racist pig in pumps were deliberately whipping into a frenzy AFTER the Secret service warned him that he was in danger of inciting violence!
There's nothing real about this team of less-than-stellar candidates.
They know it: that's why they are trying to fool us with that same ole' republican brand of smoke and mirrors: hate,fear and lies.
They hope that if enough people look away from the issues, they may get away with blinding them to the true facts; they have NOTHING to offer but more of the same.

Dave Shrugged   October 11th, 2008 11:06 pm ET

Let me ask you to consider something.

Fact; the government pays your social security when you retire.

Fact; the congress wants to take over health care.

Do you think that when your sixty, and suffering cancer, that the government is going to spend money to save your life, just so it can start paying social security to you, when you are no longer contributing tax dollars to the system?

OR will that money go so save the life of a 30 year old, who can pay into the system for another 30 years?

Sounds like a conflict of interest to me.

Think about it folks, please think about it.

In the beginning, social security was supposed to be optional. Try to get out of it now.

In the beginning the seal belt law was only a secondary offense, that they had to pull you over for a another reason, and then they could give you a seat belt ticket. Now they stand of the street corners at rush hour, and point at you, and make you pull over for a seat belt ticket.

Government does not know how to restrain itself. Only the people can restrain it.

You will never live free under big government.

Think about it, folks, please think about it, and be careful what you wish for, you just might get it.

Dave Florida for OBAMA   October 11th, 2008 10:57 pm ET

I've never seen a Presidential candidate so desperate for a win that he tried to divide the american people. It won't work this year, talk about the issues John McCain I forgot the McCain campaign does'nt want to talk about the economy.

8 long years we've had to go through a Bus/McCain economy. Tax cuts for billion dollar companies, and his wealthy friends, look where we are today. It's time for a new direction.

Evelyn in Texas   October 11th, 2008 10:51 pm ET

Sen. Obama with his black, brown, & white committee persons will do just find in running this country. Sen. Obama IQ was reported as being 130 and with this much intelligence I have confident in his ability to lead, to listen and make good decisions. If you really want a CHANGE that will help this nation, put Sen. Obama and Sen. Biden in the White House. If you like things the way they are put Sen. John McCain and Gov. Palin in the White House. We all have choices.

IndianAmerican   October 11th, 2008 10:50 pm ET

First of all, please, please stop referring to our form of government as a democracy. It is a constitutional republic. If truly were a democracy, then most of us would be in shackles digging ditches for the Man. Second, neither Obama or McCain has said anything to persuade me that they will fundamentally change government, control its appetite for misuse and corruption, and limit its intrusion into the lives of Americans and the lives of other citizens of other countries. It's time for real change - real constitutional change limiting the power of elected officials. Who has the guts for that? I daresay that no one does.

Rose NJ   October 11th, 2008 10:47 pm ET

Good Evening All:

This is a first for me, let me begin with "CHANGE". It is definitely time for change and we all need to unite and not let the "Republican Party" divide us. We have come too far to turn back now and as we know there are more and more interracial couples out here than ever before. The mere fact the a Govenor from Alaska was able to enact the "terrorism factor is demeaning and distasteful!! Here is what I got of the Alaskan Website:

Extremists Mark Chryson and Steve Stoll helped launch Palin’s political career in Alaska, and in return had influence over policy. “Her door was open,” says Chryson — and still is.

In the broadest sense, Palin is a poseur. Alaska is too large and culturally diverse (it’s only a bit smaller than the entire lower 48 east of the Mississippi, and once was divided into four time zones) to be summed up by some abstract, romanticized notion. And even if it could be, it sure wouldn’t be symbolized by Palin. “The typical Alaskan? She couldn’t be farther from it,” says Alaska House Minority Leader Beth Kertulla.

Still, Palin is a genuine Alaskan — of a kind. The kind that flowed north in the wake of the ’70s oil boom, Bible Belt politics and attitudes under arm, and transformed this state from a free-thinking, independent bastion of genuine libertarianism and individuality into a reactionary fundamentalist enclave with dollar signs in its eyes and an all-for-me mentality.

Palin’s Alaska is embodied in Wasilla, a blue-collar, sharp-elbowed town of burgeoning big box stores, suburban subdivisions, evangelical pocket churches and car dealerships morphing across the landscape, outward from Anchorage, the state’s urban epicenter. She has lived in Wasilla practically all her life, and even now resides there, the first Alaska executive to eschew the white-pillared mansion in Juneau, down on the Southeast Panhandle.

Let us unite and put the Democrats back in power, everyone deserves a chance including you.

Steve in LV,NV   October 11th, 2008 10:46 pm ET

When Obama came to speak here in Las Vegas last month, he was at the baseball sadium that seats 12,000…14,000+ showed up. Black, white, Native Ameicans, Asians. The people could not even thought that Obama is an Arab, but a man with a plan. They cheered him beyond belief. What a sight….So many dif

Helene from CA   October 11th, 2008 10:43 pm ET

Write to McCain's website and let them know that you're mad as hell and that you are repulsed by the hate they are spewing. Sarah Palin is a disgrace and a very scary person. Should anything happen to Obama from Palin's and McCain's hate speeches, I will insist that my representatives hold them personally accountable. I've lived through the hate of the '60's and never want to see it in my country again.

Political discourse should be about issues and presenting ideas, not instilling fear and hate about your opponent to an illiterate electorate.

Hope not fear in '08
Obama/Biden

Trasa, Texas   October 11th, 2008 10:43 pm ET

I just want to say, for those that want to say check out his birth certificate. First of all, it doesn't matter where Obama is born, the simple fact that his mother was an "American Citizen legalizes him automatically. PERIOD! Just like McCain who by the way was born, I believe the Panamal Canal. Because his parents are legal US citizen which makes him a legal citizen. People need to get educated. Also, if Obama was a terrorist, he wouldn't even made past the first steps to the state house let alone run for President. It's called a background check by the government itself. And it's an extensive one too. Once again, get educated people.

facts are facts   October 11th, 2008 10:40 pm ET

McCain is using Palin to incite the hate as she once again did today telling a crowd that basically he is a baby killer. Further to this there is a taped message on the net of the Republican Party's press release trying to link Michelle Obama with terrorism.

The fact is these people are sick. The issue isn't racism it's facism and the hate they are trying to create is meant to incite some deranged Republican to violence.

michelle ATL   October 11th, 2008 10:40 pm ET

McCain and Palin are angry? They just found out they will not win in Nov. It has taken them this long to figure it out, wow they really are living in their own little worlds!

I have been angry for the last 8 years with Bush……

I am very angry at MCain and Palin for all their lies, deceptive campaign smears against Obama….they are starting a civil unrest in this country and they need to stop it.

Voted for Obama/Biden in Georgia

Obama 2008   October 11th, 2008 10:40 pm ET

To "Lenora Virginia" You hit the nail on the head. I thought I was the only one feeling like that about Lou Dobbs. I use to like his show, but he started in on Obama a long time before now. And, he has never said anything out of the ordinary about Hillary or McCain. At least not like he has done with Obama. He's another one that is letting his true colors show and taking advantage of his status to bring someone down. Thank you so much for your post!!!! :)

nancy   October 11th, 2008 10:38 pm ET

well is acorn still frauding on the votes look like some one going to make sure that obamo winning i hope they put them all in jail . i love fox news they tell all the new not just. what people want to hear . they tell how obamo give them 800 thousand dollars to acorn what will he do if he don't win ask for his money back ha.ha.ha.

Liza   October 11th, 2008 10:37 pm ET

Actions speak louder than words.

VOTE !!! PEOPLE !!

11/4

OBAMA/BIDEN

doodles   October 11th, 2008 10:36 pm ET

what i cant understand about margie from floridas comment is why she would support the candidate with the least experience over the one with the most because she doesnt like sarah and things sarah is stupid.when in all reality sarah has more experience then Barack ! sounds like sexism to me ummmmmmmmmmm

greenwalk   October 11th, 2008 10:36 pm ET

McCain should be angry at himself for running a dirty campaign. He probably would have won had it ran an honest one.

Carol, California   October 11th, 2008 10:36 pm ET

John Mc Klan is angry, evil, and dangerous. And so his abuse of power sidekick.

Sue in MI   October 11th, 2008 10:35 pm ET

And now it's coming out that Palin charged Alaska for many visits/speeches at CHURCHES. While this doesn't surprise me, it does point out that she sees no line between her religion and her governing.
She and her husband and her dysfunctional family (shouldn't those girls be IN SCHOOL?) need to get on their high-priced jet to home. Soon. Today the crows in Philly booed her-tomorrow it may be an entire rally. She cannot be trusted…she asks all these questions about Obama-I say, who IS Sarah Palin? And to say he's in this for his ego is just amazing-her ego is bigger than her state.

d_cezr   October 11th, 2008 10:35 pm ET

Pray for McCain/Pailin to win. Don't give Obama any more energy by praying he won't.

Jocely   October 11th, 2008 10:34 pm ET

Is this what you call country fisrt John McCain.

I hope when this all over you and Sarah move to Alaska.

J.

NY

Cherie   October 11th, 2008 10:31 pm ET

PLEASE STOP AND TAKE A BREATH EVERYONE!!!!

Yes, President Bush has made some mistakes, but so has our Congress. When these two do not work together mistakes will continue. Has everyone forgotten that within less than 9 months of Mr. Bush taking office, we in America thought our world was coming to an end. He is being BLAMED for everything that has gone wrong in this country. If our elected President, no matter whom it is, has that kind of power, it would mean that we would have no reason to have a Congress or Governors or even Financial Institutions. That would mean we would no longer have a Democracy.
When I hear, or should I say read the hatred that you are writing, I truly fear for this wonderful country of ours, because you sound like the 2 men running for president. Hatred is contagious and it seems to be spreading very fast. Controversy is healthy if it isdirected sensibly and matter-of-factually. Right now we are all afraid of the condition this country is in, and that is reasonable, but we must stay calm and not forget that situations can change for the better. Just remember, we are all AMERICANS and we have stood STRONG through worse conditions and we will again.

sandy   October 11th, 2008 10:30 pm ET

He and his running mate started all this, and now he acts like the way people are responding in such violent ways is a "shock to him". He has no business being our President. I want a President that I can look up too. I want a President I can be proud of. I want Obama for President. I am white, 64 years old and I will be more than honored to vote for Barack Obama for President of the United States.

FG   October 11th, 2008 10:30 pm ET

We are getting a good look at the McCain mainstream: bigoted, backward looking ideologues.
Notice how most of the moderate Republicans have stayed away the last two weeks.
It's Cindy, Sarah and John the aka " the angry menage a trois"
And remember anger is one letter away from danger.

Harry Santiago-Perez, Philadelphia   October 11th, 2008 10:30 pm ET

McBush: I am angry because everything is going down, my 401K, the Dow, my poll numbers, and my…..Gosh, Darn, Cindy told me that went down years ago …

Jocely   October 11th, 2008 10:30 pm ET

John McCain And Sarah Pelin have some explaning to do to Secret service for what they say to they support in they rilly calling Obama teorist, Arab and making threat against another candidate.

Secret service need to investigate McCain Campaign

Jocely

NY

Andy Jeffries, Clarksville TN   October 11th, 2008 10:28 pm ET

Senator McCain, you are not my friend. Please stop calling everyone your friend. The majority of Americans believe in Obama. Not you.

TheDonald   October 11th, 2008 10:27 pm ET

I am waiting for the day McAngry will explode just like Howard Dean, I think he is getting close though.

Julie   October 11th, 2008 10:27 pm ET

This is exacly what the McCain campaign wanted. They want to put anger and fear into everyone and for some it has worked…Not only until all the Media started to cover it did it stop.
John McCain showed a little of the 2000 John McCain when the women called Obama an Arab. Sarah Palin did not want to stop it. She is after one thing….to be President, that is what she is doing now for 2012. She has an agenda, her and Todd Palin and that is to be in the White House with her as President…after all she was a Mayor for years in that small town in Alaska how hard could it be to run the rest of the country????

JAM   October 11th, 2008 10:26 pm ET

It appears that McCain is still "feeding the fire", although not so blatantly. He has yet to clearly address the "terrorist/muslim/arab/bomb him/kill him" diatribe outright and calm these people down before someone gets hurt.

Obama/Biden '08

doodles   October 11th, 2008 10:25 pm ET

i think you guys are the ones who are out of control angry does that make u racists? :)

X-Republican in Texas for Obama   October 11th, 2008 10:25 pm ET

Of Course McCain is angry. All the lies, negative campaigning, and money spent on negative adds against Obama are not working.

Kaye- Jacksonville FL   October 11th, 2008 10:24 pm ET

Hey John - we're ALL angry at your hateful campaign, your nominee for VP, your incomprehensible transformation from a moderate, reasonable Republican into the lunatic you are today….

Hope you can sleep at night knowing what you're hateful tactics are doing to our country…

Ms. RDS   October 11th, 2008 10:24 pm ET

@JoeNovell….so let me get this straight. Under the Bush tax cuts your job has gone away. So logic would say that THE Bush tax cuts DON'T WORK to spur job creation. If they were working so masterfully you and the other hundreds of thousands of Americans would still be employed. So if they didn't work for 8 years what makes you think they are going to work if we try them for another 4 years….I just dont see your logic.

charzie NY   October 11th, 2008 10:23 pm ET

Palin-pooh scares the bejesus out of me. Along with her power-hyngry mental problems, she totes guns. Her candicacy has lowered the once prestigious position of the second-highest office in the USA. McShame should be ashamed that he has put our country in jeopardy by carrying this incompetent barbie doll on the so-called "ticket". Those running his campaign only have their own interests at heart: they have ambitions to be in the McPalin cabinet. Wouldn't that be an interesting group of morons running the country!!!

Joyce   October 11th, 2008 10:23 pm ET

John McCain: If you are a leader, take the first step to stop this spreading hatred. Tell your advisors, etc., enough! Your campaign staff has a great desire to see you elected president, unfortunately, they are doing it at you and your reputation's expense. They started this controversy of hatred, lies, and inuendoes, now demand that they stop it! Be sure to tell the Sarah Palin to calm her rhetoric down and do not encourage her to use verbal barrages against your opponent.
Tell us what YOU can do.

lfarrelliu1   October 11th, 2008 10:23 pm ET

Hey Not Me, I guess we'll never know; Obama won't lose. PUT DOWN THE KOOLAID AND COME OUT WITH YOUR HANDS UP!

Cheers

doodles   October 11th, 2008 10:22 pm ET

we are the one/ firing an innocent man ? who said that? did u read the report? and do you know whats going on right now? an election that is what and do u know she is the one who went after ted stevens in alaska? think about that. and no one cares state trooper is still working drunk wife beating child abusing terrorist still carries a gun in alaska , are you happy? She had every right to fire cabinet member for insubordination he refused her orders on budget

Mighty Joe Young   October 11th, 2008 10:21 pm ET

I'm angry too. Conservatives deregulated the savings and loan industry and led us into the savings and loan debacle. They deregulated the mortgage industry and led us into this disaster. Those people are dangerous. I don't know if Conservatives really believe in their nutty free-market economic fundamentalism or whether they are lying. Probably some of both. We can't afford to let those people wreck the nation any more than they already have. They lead us from one disaster to the next, all the while pretending that they are doing an excellent job.

Vote for Sen. Obama, please.

Ann   October 11th, 2008 10:20 pm ET

I guess it is not enough for Senator McCain to promote divison reagrding the color barrier but he also wants to insite division amonst religion too! So what about the Jewish people as well… McCain is an unfair man wiht unfair policies and I rankly do not want a President who is willing to win an election at any cost…At the cost of dividing the American people! If you think America was targets before…imagin how vulnerable we will be if McCain wins this election because of fear and division. Not only has he set the Womans rights movement back 40 years, choosing a running mate because of her gender and not her content but he also is steadily working of setting a newer and better diversified America back 60 years too…It is not just the African Americans who should be feeling a gripe here but the Spanish-Americans and Asian- Americans too….If it is not going to stop now then it is not likely to stop anytime soon. This is now bigger than more of the same George Bush policies…it is now about the comfort, reliablility and cohesiveness of our Country. McCain is not putting Country first and I am dissappointed that he is on the ticket. I would prefer at least a Republican who truely can put Country first. And with that…this Independent has decided to vote for Obama.. I will take a chance on him and what could be…god or bad than on someone I cannot respect, because now to me McCain has no character.

PulSamsara   October 11th, 2008 10:20 pm ET

Why would America REWARD complete Republican failure ?

We wont.

doodles   October 11th, 2008 10:19 pm ET

scy btw if the truth is a smear then so be it

Ronnie   October 11th, 2008 10:18 pm ET

McCain and Palin are loosers!Their racist hate speech is inciting the rednecks and they best hope no harm comes to Obama because they will be accessories to any crimes.I would personally love to see these two spend the rest of their worthless lives in prison.

Brain in DC   October 11th, 2008 10:18 pm ET

I'm angry too that all this happened while you are showering Bush with your support, and claiming that we are doing much better than 8 years ago!

Susan   October 11th, 2008 10:18 pm ET

> Bear
> October 11th, 2008 5:20 pm ET
> To all Muslim: ve must support Obama and help with money.

Bear, you spell Muslim wrong every time you post. This may be the first time you got the spelling right. I bet you know how to spell 'Republican who likes scare tactics.'

pam   October 11th, 2008 10:17 pm ET

John McCain is a dishonorable person. He started this downfall by unwisely selecting Palin and turning her loose. Pitbulls can't be trusted as a breed! They stoked the fire of rage and are responsible for the outcome. Their behavior is unAmerican and sane people know it.

doodles   October 11th, 2008 10:16 pm ET

scy corrupt buffoon? I didnt know Biden was corrupt buffoon yes :)

Ohio for Obama   October 11th, 2008 10:16 pm ET

Gee, these Republican audiences and their cheerleaders McBush and Palin are sounding rather "bitter."

Bea in Dallas, TX   October 11th, 2008 10:15 pm ET

I'm so proud that the diverse crowds of Sen. Obama are focused on the issues and coming together as a nation.

Deb   October 11th, 2008 10:15 pm ET

Most American's are angry because of the economy. The McCain/Palin supporter are just nuts. They kinda of remind me of the ignorance in the South towards blacks. They are filled with stupid thoughts that Obama is a terrorist, a Muslim, etc. McCain/Palin are responsible for this but it didn't take much to sway thier supporters. I have to laugh when people say, I like Palin, she's just like me. Do you want someone just like yo just a heartbeat away from the Presidency. Many thought the same about Bush, need I say more.

Jeannie for Mccain   October 11th, 2008 10:15 pm ET

Not me
they are going to riot in the streets and scream racism!

fastlegs   October 11th, 2008 10:15 pm ET

You are right senator McCain this time, I am angry too because you are not telling us how you are going to get us out off this economic mess we are expriencing instead you and Palin are running around like chicken without head strring up hate, anger and division at your realy.

Obama Supporter in MS   October 11th, 2008 10:15 pm ET

Anyone with half a brain and common sense can see that the only thing that McCain is angry about is not winning. He is out of touch and he can not possibly relate to me or anyone else that I know. Maybe he is angry because he can't figure out which of his 7 homes to go to or which of his 13 cars to drive. This bigot has 7 homes, while some American's have lost their 1 home. Get real people!! I cannot stand McCain or Palin. They are racist, to say the least, and if they are not, that's the impression and image they are giving. Using terms such as "That one", allowing people to say derogatory things about Obama at their rallies, and also saying things themselves. I have NO respect for either one of these racists and I cannot wait until November 4 when the better man wins.

tolsoi   October 11th, 2008 10:14 pm ET

I feel really sorry for John McCain. He seems like a decent person, although his world view is contrary to mine. His campaign has made some very poor decisions… decisions that are sweeping Obama straight into the White House (thank goodness)!

Melissa   October 11th, 2008 10:14 pm ET

Oh yeah mcCain… you're angry… yet you are fanning the flames and saying nothing against the death threats being uttered against Obama.

You play dirty and you don't care so long as you get into power.

You disgust me.

Obama/Biden '08

Jeannie for Mccain   October 11th, 2008 10:13 pm ET

Margie real smart move , vote for the most liberal big spending senator , because you don't like his choice of VPS? Sarah is a very smart lady does that intimidate you?

Molly   October 11th, 2008 10:12 pm ET

The comments here from the Obama GANG are a DISGRACE!
The very reason why this FRAUD will never be elected.

VOTE McCain/Palin - a Team we can TRUST!

Joe   October 11th, 2008 10:12 pm ET

Sen. MacCain please stop this baseless attach and focus on the issues. I think people are angry becoze you have no idea what's going on in the real world. You made a biggest mistake selecting her has your VP.She doesnt have a brain at allllloll

Not an American   October 11th, 2008 10:12 pm ET

I'm watching in disbelief of what is playing out in the political arena in the Great United States Of America. For a person who claims to be honorable to encourage anger and hate in his rallies, is baffling….. I'll point out specifically when one of McCains' supporters in Minnesota stated that Obama is an Arab and McCain tries to correct her. I did not hear him once say that Obama is an American citizen but instead a decent citizen. It's a shame that he can't come to terms with realization. Not one to these candidates are perfect but there's a line that I believe should never be not crossed.

beverly   October 11th, 2008 10:11 pm ET

LENORA-VIRGINIA INDEPENDENT, I AGREE WITH YOU ABOUT LOU DOBBS, I NO LONGER LOOK AT LOU DOBBS FROM 7:OO PM TO 8:00 PM. HE DOES'NT AGREE WITH NEITHER OF THE CANIDATES ESPECIAL SENATOR OBAMA, YOU CAN SEE IT IN HIS BODY LANGUAGE, FACIAL EXPRESSION AND THROUGH THE NEGATIVITY. I AM A FAN OF CNN ,I'LL DO WITHOUT LOU DOBBS I WILL NEVER WATCH HIM AGAIN HE SHOULD BE WORKING FOR FOX NEWS HE WOULD FIT RIGHT IN. CAMBPELL BROWN IS ONE OF YOUR MORE PROFESSIONAL ANCHOR REPORTERS.

BY THE WAY I HOPE JACK CAFFERTY IS WELL, I PRAY FOR HIM NIGHTLY SINCE THE LOST OF HIS WIFE. MISS YOU JACK HURRY BACK LOST WITHOUT YOU

7827   October 11th, 2008 10:11 pm ET

Nobody is believing you 'bear'. Try another blog with people as stupid as you are. Your last name isn't McCain, is it?

Tennisguypitt   October 11th, 2008 10:10 pm ET

Ah… jealousy. I LOVE IT!

Obama/Biden '08

Jeannie for Mccain   October 11th, 2008 10:09 pm ET

I am so disgusted. Every time Barack is questioned the follow up is your racist how dare you question me ! Come on give us a break! Btw if Michael Steele was runnng on the republican ticket would some of you call him uncle Tom like you have Powell?
And no Barack isn't up in WV At WVU maybe but not in the rest of the state. Morgantown isn't the only city in WV

Walter   October 11th, 2008 10:09 pm ET

Their true colors are shining through. And they're not pretty. I hope this serves as a wakeup call to every moderate / liberal / sane person to get out and vote because the hate mongers, racists and religious nut will be voting.

Priscilla   October 11th, 2008 10:06 pm ET

Mc/same/Palin are a disgrace to American politics. McCain is suffering with dementia. He's erratic, flighty, unpredictable, and willing to gamble with our country. Palin cannot be trusted either and refuses to admit guilt after being found guilty. She knows it was wrong to allow Todd Palin to use her authority as governor. McCain/Palin would abuse the white house and this country!

Obama/Biden for President - Yes We Can!!!

RJ   October 11th, 2008 10:06 pm ET

digest that,
So you take the comment of one person and trash the whole party and it's supporters? who is the idiot here? Ask one Republican why they support McCain and they answer is, Obama is this and that. Look at Tucker Bounds who represents McCain. He was asked several times on national TV about McCain/Palin and his response is Obama is bad. So, give me a break with your phony outrage.

Bruce   October 11th, 2008 10:06 pm ET

McCain/Palin have become a threat to national security.

Californian   October 11th, 2008 10:06 pm ET

Be a good sportsman, do not get angry if you are losing. Someone has to lose and vice versa.

Yusuf   October 11th, 2008 10:05 pm ET

Senator McCain, i know one thing, that is Washington never changes, you should know by now, see if you can formulate another story, i do believe American people are not that naive!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

RK   October 11th, 2008 10:04 pm ET

Desperation by the Republican candidates and their hidden messages of Palin in sighting emotions that arouses the fear of people where ever she goes. A good example is in Wisconsin a father fearing for his family if the Democratic nominee is elected, and in Minnesota another platform of preaching division a man ill-informed asks if Barack is a Muslin? What kind of misinformationand fear are McCain and Palin sending out?. Do they really think all Americans are really so stupid? No wonder they continue to lose ground - their campaign is one of hate and not of respect as Barack has so often showed toward McCain's service to our country. It looks like I will become for sure a registered Democrat now! So tired of the Grand Old Party dragging things into the mud. No longer an Indepdent!

dd   October 11th, 2008 10:03 pm ET

he lost all respects of American people

Cynthia   October 11th, 2008 10:02 pm ET

Sen. McCain;

Yes, we the people are angry. I see people doing without everyday. There are many people that are living on $17000.00 and a lot less a year.
When the price of gas goes up it puts those people and others in a bind to buy gas to go to work.
When the price of food goes up it puts those people and others in a bind to buy food to put on the table and buy gas to go to work.
When the power bill goes up it puts a larger strain on those people, to spend the money that they needed for gas to get to work, so they could cook the food that they could hardly buy and put on the table.
I am an independent small business that has seen a lot less customers lately and probably will for a while because understandably I come way after the price of gas, food, power bills and clothes.
I feel that NAFTA has hurt the everyday hard working people of the United States and really needs to be revamped or abolished.
Washington and Wall Street are a mess. The leadership in Washington should stay in session until they can learn to balance books. One bill and only one (no add-ons) should be brought up and then voted on at a time. By not letting anything sway votes, then and only then Washington might finally accomplish something.
Thank you for the courtesy of putting your campaign aside and going to Washington to do your job as a Senator.

Chipster   October 11th, 2008 10:02 pm ET

McCain voters are experiencing the same disappointment that many of us felt when George W. Bush became President. I knew that he would find some excuse, any excuse to invade Iraq and he did. I knew he would borrow and spend us into a huge deficit and he did. I knew he would appoint religious fanatics to the Supreme Court and he did . I knew he would expand the size of government but underestimated just how much he would expand it. I knew the International community would be shocked at his ignorance but underestimated how much he would alienate them. Our country cannot afford 4 more years of this.

Please VOTE! So much is at stake.

Shirley   October 11th, 2008 10:01 pm ET

The gutter politics we are seeing from the McCain/Palin ticket are appalling. McCain is beyond reprehensible, and Palin is no better than George Wallace.

ThePuck   October 11th, 2008 9:59 pm ET

McCain has always been angry - a bitter angry old man.

Georgia Gal   October 11th, 2008 9:59 pm ET

Give me a break … what a crock … they're not angry about the economy or any of that stuff (one guy at another rally even said that's not what they're upset about) … they're upset that they're in this situation and that they're behind.

Ross in MD   October 11th, 2008 9:58 pm ET

Republicans are always angry.

michael minorgan   October 11th, 2008 9:56 pm ET

GET LOST OLD MAN UR DONE!!!!!!

Walt   October 11th, 2008 9:55 pm ET

A little late bro. Who told you it was a bad thing? You are a wise man and I used to respect you. You knew the first time the racist spewed that crap, that you needed to say something, and you didn't.

Pretty messed up man.

chris   October 11th, 2008 9:55 pm ET

To bear: gosh you're really smart.

To everyone else: google "make believe maverick" and read it.

Chris   October 11th, 2008 9:55 pm ET

Was that comment a staged comment or was it real.

ADATiger   October 11th, 2008 9:54 pm ET

Joe Novelle,
What's the matter, haven't W's tax cuts for the rich trickled down to you in the form of a minimum wage job? No job, no health insurance? See if Mc-pallin tax credits buy you health insurance.

This is not the time for war and hate mongering, it's time to invest in America and forward thinking, not the failed Republican policies of the past.

Helene   October 11th, 2008 9:53 pm ET

We don't need an angry president. We need someone like Obama who is cool and analytical.

Mark   October 11th, 2008 9:52 pm ET

Finally John McCain admits he's an angry old man. Thanks for coming clean John. The truest word you've spoken this entire campaign. Please quit the race and wait for 4 Nov , vote for Obama. Thanks for your service and the very best in your retirement.

Felly   October 11th, 2008 9:51 pm ET

McCain is a punk.

missouri   October 11th, 2008 9:51 pm ET

McCain you are one sick man!!

Jan in the 'live free or die' state   October 11th, 2008 9:50 pm ET

McCain is a tired bitter old man. Not ready to lead, not ready for anything but a nursing home.

dittohead with forty names   October 11th, 2008 9:50 pm ET

I have just two words for John McCain.

Mark   October 11th, 2008 9:49 pm ET

Yes, McCain is an angry old, senile man. The country has seen what McCain and Palin represents and they don't like it. The most racial candidates every. Republican Conservatives at there worst. Spewing hate and racial words towards OBAMA. We want a real leader Obama. McCain own state of Arizona has turned against him for what he now stands for. Defeat radical McCain and Palin. Vote now for Obama/Biden. They don't waste time on radical talk.

Cynthia; Bham   October 11th, 2008 9:49 pm ET

Senator McCain at this point just needs to take being President off his bucket list.

From the North   October 11th, 2008 9:49 pm ET

You can see some of the hate right here. Republican politics seem to appeal to so many stupid, banal, base people.

lee   October 11th, 2008 9:49 pm ET

Making poor judgment always makes one angry!!
MacCain has that poor judgment.

Turnabout is fair play   October 11th, 2008 9:48 pm ET

Digest That! October 11th, 2008 7:40 pm ET

Can you believe that I wore a McCain/Palin pin last evening to a pub and a "Radical Democrat" snatched (tore) it from my shirt and said " I can't digest that duo," sooo, I dropped the pin in her drink and said "well digest that!"

With you Liberal Democrats, there is no insight or depth, you are pure idiots, when I asked her "why are you voting for Obama," her answer: "he is creative."

Gee, give me a break!
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That's a pretty weak and lame story, kind of like you. Why don't you go back over to Fox Noise and listen to Hannity some more loser.

Buy-Bye Barack   October 11th, 2008 9:47 pm ET

Most Americans are angry at the easy credit for subprime mortgages, which started the financial meltdown. However, most don't realize Barack and his friends at Acorn and Fannie/Freddie were the prime movers of it.

Riaz   October 11th, 2008 9:47 pm ET

We should keep this Muslim or Christianity or Jewish or Atheists out of this election and focus on issues like, Economy, jobs, security etc.,
It is a real shame that we are still talking about religion in politics after 5000 years of humanity!!! Let us hope all of us will prosper in the forthcoming years and live in peace!!!

Mcsame/McShame   October 11th, 2008 9:47 pm ET

Why didn't you get angry when the racist piece of trash threatened your fellow senators life? Where is your dignity and respect? You suck!
You have done some real damage to your image!

independent   October 11th, 2008 9:45 pm ET

I was not a supporter for Obama nor for McCain.. or anyone.. just did not pay too much attention to either one during the primary .. I believe politicians are politicians. so did not have much confidence in either one.. BUT

it seems to me that regardless of the issues that concerns our lives in our country now, McCain has not shown signs of being a good leader.

No matter who wins, I hope the best for our country, I am so proud of our country (even though time is tough and we've made some mistakes), and I hope we will heal as a nation and we will get better, even if it is only one step at a time.

I am a Christian and I hope all will experience God's love.. I hope Christians will not promote hatred of people of different background or different ideals or even different political party. If you believe in God, and you want others to know God, please let the His love overflow to others around you… not hatred… God bless our country and all its people.

Stew   October 11th, 2008 9:45 pm ET

Wake up you sleeping Americans and vote for McCain/Palin! We cannot give our country over to the far left socialist Liberals!

mitch   October 11th, 2008 9:44 pm ET

WELL! OBAMA SUPPORTERS ARE ANGRY,TOO. AT ALL THE HATE UR PEOPLE SPEW!!!STOP LYING JOHN MCCAIN. STOP SPREADING HATE AND DIVISIVENESS GOV. PALIN!

Red   October 11th, 2008 9:44 pm ET

Paul Thompson,

folks are calling him the blanket term "terrorist". You wrote is name as "Obomba", rather than Obama.

I think the Republican fired the shot, or the first dozen, in the smear campaign.

virginias 4 luvrs   October 11th, 2008 9:43 pm ET

And Obama is the one accused of running the "dirtiest campaign in history….
Obama '08

captain obvious   October 11th, 2008 9:42 pm ET

What's funny about all the dems pointing fingers at Bush for this economic mess is that it's actually Clinton's fault and the Dem-led congress! Clinton signed bills authorizing all these "bad mortgages", and since Bush has been in office, he AND MCCAIN have tried to put more restrictions on Fannie Mae and Freddy Mac, but every time THE DEMOCRATS blocked the restrictions and said "keep lending to everyone, even if they can't pay". So here we are, with a mess on our hands, and it's the democrats fault, but just because the current president is GOP, people point their fingers that way. Do your history homework and you'll see that this all started with Clinton and was carried through by the democrats (including Obama) in congress. We can thank them for this mess, not the republicans. NO-BAMA! He's a novice, and it'll only get worse if he messes with things. We can't afford his endless taxes and huge pork-barrel spending!

Peter (CA)   October 11th, 2008 9:41 pm ET

Anonymous:

When will you guys do some research, maybe read a little, and figure out what is happening. That great economy two years ago was built on smoke and mirrors and now it's come crashing down.

Remember 2006 when the Republicans were crowing about "record home ownership"?? They knew it was all a lie they built up but they wanted to reap the "rewards".

SAB   October 11th, 2008 9:41 pm ET

Just look at the difference in how John McCain and Barack Obama run their campaigns. Barack has not been erractic and have conducted himself in a professional manner through out the campaign. The people at Barack and Biden rallies is a reflection of all America. Not only that, they know how to conduct themselves accordingly. McCain represents divisiveness and not unity.

Frank   October 11th, 2008 9:41 pm ET

We are getting a good look at the McCain mainstream: bigoted, backward looking ideologues.
Notice how most of the moderate Republicans have stayed away the last two weeks.
It's Cindy, Sarah and John aka " the angry menage a trois"

R/P   October 11th, 2008 9:40 pm ET

McCain's angry because he sees the prize slipping away. He's angry that his really bad tactics are not going to get him the presidency. He would have had a better chance if he'd played it straight but it's too late now. Let's see that famous temper flare. I hear it's quite something to behold.

catmom   October 11th, 2008 9:39 pm ET

Given the deficit we have and two wars that are not being paid for, why would you think we need a tax cut? It's about time people realise that our country is going bankrupt behind George Bush's lack of leadership and the Republican congress blocking any attempt of Democrats to do anything.
I suppose though that the people whining about tax cuts also don't want their tax dollars going to those shiftless lazy people who are living off the government. They won't understand that when their parents have to go into a nursing home and can't pay for it, since Medicaid won't be there , they are out of luck. Or, how about if their child gets sick and their insurance won't pay, hey you got a tax cut but no help from medicaid. What if you loose your job (we know it's coming). Can't put food on the table, grow it because there won't be food stamps. Your parents Social Security has been cut, oh well since their retirement income is gone, you'll support them along with your family. But hey, you'll have your tax cut.

IN   October 11th, 2008 9:39 pm ET

It's fair to say Obama has African roots because his father was from Kenya, although he hardly know his father, to call him an Arab??

Back in the old countries, there are people who are stubborn( or should I say ignorant). Apparently there are many more in this country or do people just want to believe what they want to believe in or is it just purely (creating) HATE.

Nat Turner   October 11th, 2008 9:39 pm ET

I'm waiting for a McCain to don a pointed hat to tell me go to go back to Africa. The Great American Dream - thanks!

Jason   October 11th, 2008 9:38 pm ET

If everyone is angry at Obama, why are the polls all favoring him?

Sorry, McCain, but your supporters are drifting away one by one, and you're starting to get left with only the nuts crying for (literally) murder. It's shameful.

chuck   October 11th, 2008 9:37 pm ET

All these sudden questioniers in Mccains rallies are all planted and that is a very bad sign.Look at how far this campaign has gone insiting people.Was the woman talking about Obama being Arab complainign or asking?.She was planted and that includes all of them on the stump with ridiclous questions

Nat Turner   October 11th, 2008 9:32 pm ET

I am ashamed to be w white american. Dam bigots

Dana Knight   October 11th, 2008 9:32 pm ET

We all should be angry over the lies McCain & Palin have been spilling. So let's talk about facts…Doe's Palin really think we buy into her claim that she is the mother of the child with Down Syndrome? We all know her teenage daughter is the real mother of that child! Yea the same teenage daughter that just gave birth to another child recently.
Psss…Sarah, you don't give birth to a child and return to work in 2 or 3 days!

AA not for Mccain in FL   October 11th, 2008 9:32 pm ET

This is the age of the angry man. Maybe mccain should join bin laden in one of the caves of Afghanistan.

dianna hill   October 11th, 2008 9:32 pm ET

I have always been left of center but try to keep an open mind. for the last few weeks i have been listening to Rush and shawn H. They are hate mongers. I belive many of the radical remarks being shouted at McCain and Palin rallys are proably coming from people who listen to right wing talk radio every daY. iT REMINDS ME OF WHAT HITLER DID TO MAKE PEOPLE HATE THE JEWS. PLEASE AMERICA WAKE UP . THESE GUYS ARE DANGEROUS

California Gold   October 11th, 2008 9:30 pm ET

McCain doesn't get it. He can't escape the I'll destroy you in order to win. This is his foreign policy (bomb-bomb-bomb Iran, US military attack Russia because of Georgia, war in Iraq with no exit strategy). This is his campaign (hate filled rallies calling for killing his opponent). This is his promise should he become President. Creating a path of destruction doesn't take intelligence, integrity or wisdom. Dracoanian measures of carnage doesn't solve this country's problems nor is it what I want from my President.

Frankly Senator McCain, I expected more of a senior statesman. You sound like an ordinary, garden variety thug.

Melly   October 11th, 2008 9:30 pm ET

MCSHAME, SHAME ON YOU and SHAME on your behavior

You ARE TRYING TO DIVIDE US INSTEAD OF UNITE US.

YOU HAVE NO HONOR OR RESPECT.

vespucci   October 11th, 2008 9:29 pm ET

So an angry man with worn out ideas, "mom, apple pie, and God" platitudes, escorted by a frighteningly amateurish talking Caribou Barbie is REALLY the man you Repubs want to lead America? Seriously, do you folks really think that the business first, let the rich get richer and whatever is left over trickle down economic policies pushed by Reagan, Bush I (only reluctantly, remember he coined the "voodoo economics" description), and Bush II (you know, the dumb one…) have actually helped the majority of this country? With bread and butter jobs flying out of the USA as fast as you can say "multinational", our financial markets unregulated (see Gramm and McCain) and in ruin, and the jobless/homeless rates soaring, are you really going to vote for four more years of the same approach? Perhaps McCain should be angry at himself and his party for promulgating policies that have created a situation where just 1% of income earners control approximately 45% of ALL wealth in the USA…and the rest of us get to scrabble for the left overs…

n.sarvis   October 11th, 2008 9:29 pm ET

Is Sarah Palin (and John McCain) so ignorant as to not know she is stoking racial fires by saying that Senator Obama is "pallin around with terrorists"? Importantly, the statement is false. It is a particularly dangerous comment post 9/11, yet, she repeats it in speech after speech. When your audience begins yelling "kill him", "terrorist", etc., you've stepped over the line of decency. I believe they know full well the effect this line of talk could produce. John McCain should have immediately stopped her from this form of attack. I have concluded that John McCain is tempermentally unfit to be President of the United States. I do not want his finger on the nuclear button.

Barbara Pacheco   October 11th, 2008 9:28 pm ET

To Not me: If McCain and Palin win I plan on becoming a Canadian citizen at least I'll get free health care, low cost prescription drugs.

cheryl   October 11th, 2008 9:28 pm ET

well i wonder when Obama becomes president,the gripes everyone will have,when he cant produce all his promises,or that he can make things worse than what we got now??..and i've been a democrat,till nowww…i myself would like to know about the person's character,along with the issues,because a shady character means a shady president,so yes i think a person's character should come out in the open..and i wonder about the validity of votes in the outcome since its become known about ACORN and its fraudulent voters they've submitted too and Obama being connected to them??

if both McCain AND Obama have been called on for false ads or half-truths,WHYYY would anyone vote for either of them??..i wouldnt trust either one…

the past 8 years with Bush has been a disaster,but democrats are just as much at fault in all this too,and no i didnt vote for Bush neither…these politicians will say whatever it takes to get into office..maybe its time to let those that are in the background and you dont get to hear debating or news media bias,like their are other presidential candidates on the ballot besides McCain and Obama,just might do a better job if given a chance…Congress actually runs the country anyway,no matter what president you got…

lou   October 11th, 2008 9:27 pm ET

U.s is in the mess because of BOTH democratic and republican party.
Your government has BOTH
Learn something about government before you put the blame.

Im tired of McCain and Palin getting bashed all the time

Eileen   October 11th, 2008 9:27 pm ET

You Dems are so full of it. The Democratic Congress, led by Pelosi, Reid and Frank caused this whole problem. Clinton forced the banks to give loans to unqualified people.

Why don't you talk about Obama's very angry Rev. Wright and his church. Ayers, Acorn, his wife,,,, and the terrorist neighborhood he lives in.

LM   October 11th, 2008 9:27 pm ET

As quoted many years ago, the "reptilian" appeared to man and tried by lies to take control of the world. Man had to learn the hard way. Please, all people of the US, do not let another "reptilian" and his dishornorable followers take over our once beautiful country. We can restore it to what it once was again!! Change is coming!! And very soon, if we all go out and vote for the leader whom we know in our hearts will help the common, honest man–and all mankind!

"What does it profit a man if he gains the whole world but loses his own sole?"

McShame, please, it is not worth anyone's sole to sell out to the dark side!

Vote Obama/Biden on November 4th!

pm in nc   October 11th, 2008 9:26 pm ET

As evidenced by McCain's recent gathering - people are angry - and here we have McCain defending Obama as a good man. So now is the time to recognize this Republican camapiagn has inflamed people to violence - calling Obama a terrorist. Thinking Americans are not buying this - but we fear for out future leader. I truely hope the Secret Service is doing thier job. Obama is at great risk…
Palin should bow out now - saving face by saying she has "family concerns" - which she truely does. McCain can run without a VP and appoint when and if he gets in office. Its his executive priveledge should he become President. I think the game is over.
Vote early. If you need a ride to the polls - call Obama - he wont mind if you vote against him.

Bs   October 11th, 2008 9:26 pm ET

I really don't feel strongly about those issues like prayer in public schools and Ten Commandments in our courthouses. As far as the American constitution is concerned, I am not sure that the government should be legislating on spiritual issues affecting the prayer and the like. In my view, I think erosion of moral values in the church is of greater concern. The Bible is not particularly interested in improving the general morality of the world. In other words, we should not be so concerned about the government legislating to have non-Christians acting like Christians. So I think these people at McCain rallies are going to disappointed and disillusioned if they are looking for the Government to be their salvation. This is a difficult issue though but as a general rule; we don't need to preach to people as some are trying to.

GOP (Get Off My Poodle)   October 11th, 2008 9:26 pm ET

John John John…

The problem is…you always look angry. Republicans always look angry, religious fantatics always look angry, racists always look angry

And right about now, you all look remarkably similar. Im not very fond of democrats either but…Im far less worried that some left wing nutjob will blow up a McDonalds because they didnt get their way.

Do i have this right, Palin just opened hunting season on anyone that is pro-choice, John just opned hunting season on anyone that doesnt look like him.

It is a slippery slope John

AJP Richardsojn, TX   October 11th, 2008 9:26 pm ET

I would be angry also if I were McCain.

He's losing and he knows it.

He picked a looser for VP which makes him look like an idot.

Happy Smiley   October 11th, 2008 9:25 pm ET

McCain is big on anger and really small on ideas. A sad angry man.

Students for McCain   October 11th, 2008 9:24 pm ET

Beware of he who is a great orator.

Elizabeth - TEXAS   October 11th, 2008 9:23 pm ET

John McCain is a very angry man with a horrible temper. Palin started the hate at his rallies. Now they are both inciting riots and hate.

Will   October 11th, 2008 9:23 pm ET

McNuts is off his meds (perhaps he should steal some from Cindy MsNuts). This is the most dangerously unstable candidate for POTUS we have had since Tricky Dicky, and the most unqualified VPOTUS since — well, that is a toss up between Agnew and Quayle…. Anyway — God help us and the entire world if these people are elected!

Go Obama!

Karen Sullivan   October 11th, 2008 9:23 pm ET

What is McCain trying to incite a riot?? What is wrong with this guy?! I mean, you can't argue on this issues so you start making stuff up??? It's despicable. I wouldn't vote for McCain on the fact that he has just stood in front of the world and lied…many times. That's not a quality I want in the next President. If you have to dumb that far down, you're scraping the bottom of the bucket. Have a little pride. Really disgusting from this perspective.

VETS4Obama   October 11th, 2008 7:46 pm ET

Hey JoeNovell were you one of the right wing nut jobs at that recent rally? Or have you sat there and listened to that smart mouth power abuser from Alaska? Get a clue!

Anonymous   October 11th, 2008 7:46 pm ET

Will you guys wakeup! Until 2 years ago the US had made a major recovery from the worst catastrophe since WWII. Unemployment was in the 4% range, Dow highest ever. Bush has acted like a dem by allowing increased spending because he won't cross anybody in congress. It's clear by Obama's history he won't cross anybody in his party, and the further left the better. McCain is not at the top of my list to lead us either. The congress is ready to nationalize industry. We need a congress that will cut spending, cut government waste, protect our borders and bring jobs back to America by giving us a business friendly and labor competetive market.

Put someone in congress in your district who will curtail our out of control gov't. Give back our money and give back the power to the people.

Pat   October 11th, 2008 7:45 pm ET

McCain and Palin will turn Washington upside down allright! It is such a known fact, millions are supporting and voting for Obama for that very reason! Your not Democrats Friend John, in fact, your not even someone whom many Republicans refer to as a friend. And I do Wish you'd stop that incessent "My Friends" reportoire in your speeches it is truly inane and nauseating! And regarding Obama's Planetarium Chairman raising money for him John, prove it. And I just bet Republicans are angry about your many FRIENDS who are insiders and have raised hundred of thousands for your Campaign too! Talking out of both sides of your mouth is very unbecoming John.

Julie   October 11th, 2008 7:45 pm ET

Whatever is begun in anger ends in shame.
– Benjamin Franklin.

cecil   October 11th, 2008 7:45 pm ET

McCain calls comments by Georgia Democrat 'shocking'

What About The Things That Were Being Said By His Supprters At There Rallys, His Campaign!

How About Saying A Sitting United States Senator Is "Palling Around" With Terrorist! Where's The Proof, Where's The NSA, The FBI.

SEN. McCAIN IS SO OUT OF TOUCH, And So ERRATIC!

Not Me   October 11th, 2008 7:44 pm ET

So what are all you Obama supporters going to do when he LOSES?

sam   October 11th, 2008 7:44 pm ET

John McCain on john Lewis:

I think John Lewis. John Lewis was at the Edmund Pettis Bridge, had his skull fractured, continued to serve, continues to have the most optimistic outlook about America. He can teach us all a lot about the meaning of courage and commitment to causes greater than our self- interest.

Brian NYC   October 11th, 2008 7:44 pm ET

I actually think he's been angry for a very long time. He was angry at the town hall meeting because you couldnt get cheers from his Republican base. His head cheerleader Malibu wasn't there either to pat him in the rear. And his wife OMG she's the pitbull.. put the muzzle on her.

scared   October 11th, 2008 7:44 pm ET

I hope the secret service is tightening up security for Obama because I believe David Gergen have a point that this can lead to violence. McCain is out of touch he needs to apologize for his camps behavior and start talking about some thing that matters. I don’t care about Ayers or Sarah Palin abuse of power verdict that just cam out. Now if I should stop and take a look at this I think the McCain camp has more to answer for considering that Ayer terrorist action was 1960 verse Sarah Palin abuse of power 2007. Hell I was not even born yet and Ayers is not running for office. Sarah Palin is.

Gail   October 11th, 2008 7:43 pm ET

Say NO NO NO to Mr. McHate and Mrs. Bullin.

willeyjasr@yahoo.com   October 11th, 2008 7:43 pm ET

McCain is angry because he is going to lose.

KC   October 11th, 2008 7:43 pm ET

He is only saying he is angry, he's not. What does he have to be angry about just a few weeks ago he said the economy was strong. He still has his many houses. Oh yea I guess he is angry that he's not winning so he has to spread anger and fear. One reason I am voting for Hope.

Anonymous   October 11th, 2008 7:42 pm ET

The hatred the McCain Palin base rallys reminds me of the hateful vile stuff during the anti Vietnam war stuff: McCain knows exactly what he's doing to our country & he doesn't care: It is he'd rather win than do what is best for the US, esp. during these times. We need cohesion in our leadership not deliberate hate mongering divisiveness.

WAW   October 11th, 2008 7:42 pm ET

Sen McCain, you said you respected the opinion of Rep John Lewis. Well listen to him and not your running mate and lackeys. John Lewis would be the first to tell you that every racist in the South, believed they were just in dominating black people. They believed that God was on their side. They believed that they were saving the nation. They too were angry. The Republican party has fallen deeper and deeper into the trash heap. How can the Christian right continue to support this filth? The same way they did George Wallace when he stood in the doorway of the school. Today Christians had to leave a city in Iraq, leave their homes, or convert to Islam. We had our Civil War. In the Union victory, we became "One Nation Under God". Sen McCain you may think you are saving the nation and that your cause is just, but you are spreading racist hate. Too bad you would sacrifice your status as a true American hero for the admiration of racism.
I am a 65 year old Christian Southern white man and I have already voted against Republican filth. Not for, but against!

JoeNovell   October 11th, 2008 7:41 pm ET

Barry Obama - has already 'promised' to cancel the Bush tax cuts (which means EVERYONE'S taxes will then go up!) and , follow up with … tax increases for everyone above $250,000 which hurts just about all of the available employers!

Someone else will have to pay it. My job has gone away. How about yours?

This is not the time for a rookie to TWEAK the economy.

democrat in az   October 11th, 2008 7:41 pm ET

DISHONORABLE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

OBAMA/BIDEN 08 AND BEYOND

john l.a.   October 11th, 2008 7:41 pm ET

23 days, 3 hours from now, the polls will have closed in the lower 48
states, Alaska & Hawaii voters would still be voting, but some way, some how, some place called SPRINGFIELD, ILLINOIS, a very important speech awaits to be given by the 44th President of the United States. Tuesday, January 20, 2009 at 12:00 p.m. E.S.T.,

THAT ONE and JOE finally seals the DEAL, NEAL! What a THRILL!

No Way, No How, No McCain/Palin!

bill   October 11th, 2008 7:40 pm ET

Sarah Palin is sounding more and more like the 1920's in a white robe late at night with a cross burning in the background.

John Is A Fool   October 11th, 2008 7:40 pm ET

What will John and his mob do next–burn down black neighborhoods? I was waiting for the white sheets. They're a joke.

I didn't like Reagan, but did I cry and stomp my feet and say I was scared and look all fearful. No. Why? Because in the end we survived. Barack is from another party, not another country. Wake up America and stop acting like babies.

Dwayne   October 11th, 2008 7:40 pm ET

This electoral race has truly become scary. McCain / Palin have gone way over the top spreading Fear Uncertainty and Doubt (FUD). They are doing nothing less than inciting a riot, thru Lies and Bigotry. The American people need to come to their senses before violence breaks out. The best thing the McCain could do right now is deliver a public apology to the American people and to Sen. Obama.

Digest That!   October 11th, 2008 7:40 pm ET

Can you believe that I wore a McCain/Palin pin last evening to a pub and a "Radical Democrat" snatched (tore) it from my shirt and said " I can't digest that duo," sooo, I dropped the pin in her drink and said "well digest that!"

With you Liberal Democrats, there is no insight or depth, you are pure idiots, when I asked her "why are you voting for Obama," her answer: "he is creative."

Gee, give me a break!

Eyes-open   October 11th, 2008 7:39 pm ET

If we tune out the madness, it will not be important anymore. We must not lend ears to Mcain/Palin rhetoric lest we ligitamize their words. Remember, they are playing to their base. When they check the polls and realize the swing votes are being swung towards their opponents, they will see the folly of these tactics, but the follies of their ways will never change. So let us ignore them and make them even more angry, say nothing more about them and make them even more helpless. Let us try this, it will work.

Franky   October 11th, 2008 7:39 pm ET

I don't know why they are upset. Wasn't it not that long ago Senator McCain was up like a point or something? Talk about sore losers…

And first of all, it ain't their fault!! If it wasn't for this financial crisis, my boy would just barely be up by at least a field goal or something but the fact that he's changing the map, is gonna tell other signs. For crying out loud, he's up in West Virginia!! West Virginia for crying out loud!! Even I find it hard to understand! My boy just has to run the clock and play it smart, not desperate. <