October 14, 2008
Posted: 01:20 PM ET

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Obama has taken a wide lead in Colorado, and several other states.
Obama has taken a wide lead in Colorado, and several other states.

(CNN) — A string of new state polls out Tuesday show John McCain continues to face an unfavorable landscape in several key battlegrounds with three weeks remaining until voters weigh in at the polls.

A series of new surveys from Quinnipiac University, the Wall Street Journal, and WashingtonPost.com suggest McCain is significantly behind in Minnesota, Wisconsin, Michigan, and Colorado — a state that hasn't voted Democratic in 16 years, and one where a loss could prove to be a fatal blow to McCain's White House hopes.

Watch: Polls show McCain blowback

“Obama is surging nationwide, and we’re now seeing that reflected in almost all of the state polls,” noted CNN Senior Political Researcher Alan Silverleib. “Bush’s record low approval ratings have combined with a tanking economy, an unpopular war, an off-balance McCain campaign, and one of the largest fundraising disparities in campaign history to create the perfect political storm.

Election Center: Check out the latest state polls

In Minnesota, the new Quinnipiac poll has Obama up 11 points over McCain, 51-40 percent. Incorporating other recent surveys from the state, a CNN poll of polls in Minnesota shows Barack Obama's lead over the Arizona senator there is now about 9 points.

It's a similar picture in Wisconsin, where the Quinnipiac poll has Obama up 17 points, and where a new CNN poll of polls there shows the Illinois senator with an 11 point lead. That's nearly double the Democratic nominee’s lead just two-and-a-half weeks ago.

In Michigan, the state the McCain campaign officially pulled out of earlier this week, the latest Quinnipiac poll shows Obama with a 16 point lead. Since McCain has pulled nearly all his staff from the state and essentially conceded its 17 electoral votes to Obama, there have not been enough recent polling there for a CNN poll of polls.

In what could be particularly bad news for McCain, the new Quinnipiac survey also shows the Arizona senator down 9 points in Colorado — a steep decline from polls taken earlier this week that suggested the race was tied there. With McCain's path to the nomination continuing to narrow, Colorado may just be a must-win state for the Arizona senator's White House chances to stay alive.

"Obama’s lead in Colorado — a state the Democrats have won only twice since 1952 — should be particularly worrisome for McCain," Silverleib said. "Obama can win the White House without Colorado’s nine electoral votes; McCain almost certainly cannot.”

Filed under: Barack Obama • John McCain


Anonymous   October 14th, 2008 11:27 am ET

The Straight Talk Express has gotten derailed and replaced with the Old Politics as Usual stuck in the past elephant.

Laverne   October 14th, 2008 11:27 am ET

Okay Obama Supporters - like Obama said yesterday, we don't need the boos for McCain, we need to make sure we vote! Let's not just talk about it, but be about it and turn out in record numbers on Tues. Nov 4th and take our country back!

Bill   October 14th, 2008 11:27 am ET

Wow! I didn't think McCain would be losing this bad with so much time left. The question is whether McCain has hit rock bottom or will he continue to plumit with a bottom completely out of sight? I think a younger McCain would have faired better. Also, if McCain did not give up all of his principles for the conservative base, he would likely still be in play.

Denise   October 14th, 2008 11:27 am ET

GOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO Obama/Biden!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

McCain's negative attacks got him and Palin NOwhere!

Denise Colorado   October 14th, 2008 11:27 am ET

Yes We Can and Will

Ben in Athens   October 14th, 2008 11:27 am ET

If you look at the electoral map, the only states that really matter, once again, are Ohio and Florida. If Obama wins one of those states, there's almost no way he could lose. Even if McCain somehow captured Colorado, New Mexico, and Nevada he would still come out short. And, even if McCain wins both Ohio and Florida, Obama can still beat him by winning either Virginia or North Carolina along with Colorado, New Mexico, Nevada, or New Hampshire. I know the polls will start to tighten soon and I would like to be cautious about making any predictions with 3 weeks left until Nov. 4th, but the more you look at the electoral map, the more you have to think that Obama is really going to win this thing after all.

t   October 14th, 2008 11:27 am ET

as an outside observe, all i keep hearing is how bad things are gonna get under Obama and the Dems, but God knows if we continue on this path we are all gonna go broke in a couple of years

Candy West Virginia   October 14th, 2008 11:26 am ET

Here in West Virginia all I see are Obama/Biden house signs and bumper stickers. I think we all know that mccain/palin, by their own actions, have all but voided their campaign with their lies and negativity.

Orlando   October 14th, 2008 11:26 am ET

PEOPLE, PLEASE DON'T FORGET TO VOTE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

OBAMA 08

Denise Colorado   October 14th, 2008 11:25 am ET

Yes We Can

Bobby   October 14th, 2008 11:25 am ET

Since Hillary said she wasn't running for president again all the Hillary women will start supporting Palin and make the race alot tighter!!!

FAYE MOGHTADER   October 14th, 2008 11:25 am ET

i am sure finally the hard working people of these battleground states will come to their senses.these people are not stupid the run the economic wheels of this country.the are family people.they go to church,and are all decent solid americans.they will see thru the smear campaign of republicans,they have seen 8 years of bad economic policy.at the end they will join the obama camp.i trust them

RealityKing   October 14th, 2008 11:25 am ET

Why is there such a high undecided vote?? 8-10 % is a really big swing…

Josh   October 14th, 2008 11:24 am ET

Hey Darko,
Obama has never said he will cut taxes for 95% of Americans. His plan is to cut taxes for 95% of WORKERS. That means people who pay taxes.

Obama’s Comprehensive Tax Policy Plan for America will:
Cut taxes for 95 percent of workers and their families with a tax cut of $500 for workers or $1,000 for working couples.

nice try though.

lacton   October 14th, 2008 11:24 am ET

McCain's comment from yesterday is more like "We've got them right where they want us."

dede-ole   October 14th, 2008 11:24 am ET

its great to have polls behind Obama, but it got to be fighting to the finish.nothing for granted.fight to the end then we will celebrate with jubliance.go Obama.

funnyitis   October 14th, 2008 11:24 am ET

Everytime the McCain-Palin camp makes a bogus attack with full of lies on Obama, I donate $100 to the Obama Campain, every single time. Hey McCain-Palin lie-hatred-mud-producing-machine, you have left a few more shots until I hit my $2300 donation limit, use it wisely…

EconKilla   October 14th, 2008 11:24 am ET

Lord please forgive those that encourage hate , division and elitism..Please watch over the man that actually understands what its like to bring urself up from the bottom and make ur way to the top while bringing others up with you instead of trampling . And ofcourse watch over our new leader to be safe from election day and all the way through his term.

GOOO OBAMA/BIDEN 08″

James in NJ   October 14th, 2008 11:24 am ET

Let's keep it going America! Barack Obama and his honest, smart, and cool demeanor along with Joe Biden's wit, endurance, and spirit will be great for America.
I,however, am not taking any lead for granted and I WILL VOTE on Nov 4th!
Obama/Biden in 08!
Kerry had it in the bag too!

Tom   October 14th, 2008 11:23 am ET

"Polls showing McCain fading"

How appropriate!!!!!!

Cathy   October 14th, 2008 11:23 am ET

Americans are finally seeing the light. After 8 years of the Repubs, it is time for a positive change.

OBAMA/BIDEN 2008

demwit   October 14th, 2008 11:23 am ET

It's like Bob the Bulder has been saying to children since 1999…, YES WE CAN!!

Ugo   October 14th, 2008 11:23 am ET

Never have i been a big fan of polls but for these polls to remain pretty steady over the last weeks and for Fox news to believe McCain is down, i'm starting to believe 'em………i suppose McCain will learn to run a better campaign from Nov 5th

obama fan   October 14th, 2008 11:23 am ET

Everybody still please get out there and VOTEVOTEVOTEVOTEVOTEVOTE FOR Obama

Orlando   October 14th, 2008 11:22 am ET

I am very pleased with this news! Come on America, lets stick together and turn this bad economy into the America I was proud of.

Obama 08

Suem   October 14th, 2008 11:22 am ET

I believe in Obama, I believe he is the best man that can meet the challenges that are facing our Nation. I believe he has the best plans for Ameirca and he has the Ameircan peoples best interests at heart. I have tuned McCain out every since he and Palin started going negative and letting their supporters in their rallies go racists, hateful, and mean spirited………..I can't stand to look at McCain and listen to his "My Friend" speeches, I can't stand to hear the voice much less what comes out of Palins mouth, lies, lies and more lies. McCain lost it a long time ago, he is a flip flopper, a follower NOT a Leader, yesterday he was going to make his big Economy Plans known to the country, but now he decided to do it today a day after Obama gave his so he could try out do Obama's Plan……….won't work McCain your a Day Late and a Dollar Short………

Vio   October 14th, 2008 11:22 am ET

We can and we will. Obama 2008, 2012 :)

therealist   October 14th, 2008 11:22 am ET

That money he sent to ACORN was obviously well spent..

BT   October 14th, 2008 11:22 am ET

I have faith in the Obama/Biden ticket. I just can't take any more lies from McCain. He is so out of touch and Palin is about as worthless as a tick.
What really bothers me is that Mccain thinks Americans are so stupid that we don't see the truth.
I believe OHIO will go blue!

WOW!!!!!!   October 14th, 2008 11:22 am ET

Campbell Brown….thank you !!! thank you !!! Superb commentary and it should be a WAKE UP CALL to all those ignorant racists and uninformed about Arabs and Muslims…excellent!

As for Mc Cain and secessionist Palin……NO COMMENT…it isn't worth the effort…IRMC= I rest my case.

Northern Michigan   October 14th, 2008 11:22 am ET

Finally! Soon there will be a president I can respect!!! Dignity, diplomacy, intelligence, responsive (rather than reactive)… I am proud to be an Obama/Biden supporter (former Republican).

DAVE   October 14th, 2008 11:22 am ET

It will be SO exciting to finally have INTELLIGENT leadership for this country…Obama/Biden 2008 … ALL the way!

Obama/Biden 08!   October 14th, 2008 11:21 am ET

Unfortunately for Mccain unveiling an economic plan today is a do or die situation. No plan today means no discusion of that plan at tomorrow's debate; which will give the 3rd debate to Obama and the numbers for Mccain's campaign will be so low they won't register on the ricter scale by Friday.

Awesome news for Obama/Biden!!! Keep up the good work guys!!

Chris   October 14th, 2008 11:21 am ET

It seems America is waking up. Go Obama/Biden!

JuTon   October 14th, 2008 11:21 am ET

Go get em Barack/Joe…great news on a Tuesday morning!

IMO, this election is over. Tomorrow's debate or the "new" economic plan being released by McCain will have little to no impact. Americans will not be fooled this time. I think its just way to late for "new" ideas that haven't been introduced in the past several months! I just love Barack's consistency which is indicative of how he would lead in the white house…this is why he has my vote!

Go Obama/Biden 2008 & 2012!!!!

Gary   October 14th, 2008 11:21 am ET

It's gonna be interesting on Nov 5th to see who gets the press. President elect Obama or Gov Abuse of Power Palin. I can't wait for both stories.
See who she blames for bringing down the Republican Party.

Wayne, Greenville TX   October 14th, 2008 11:21 am ET

The more people learn about Barack Obama, the less they like Gramps McCain and Caribou Barbie.

OBAMA '08

Donna   October 14th, 2008 11:21 am ET

I know we can

Independent forever   October 14th, 2008 11:21 am ET

Hey Inat. Did you notice those years you mentioned, 88,00 and 04 were won by bush and his father. Think about it.

curtis   October 14th, 2008 11:21 am ET

Like McCain said "we got them just where we want them". Like wise. Go Obama!

Chris   October 14th, 2008 11:20 am ET

The Socialists always promised they'd go into disguise, and take over the schools and government.

The Democrats have done nothing in the last 2 years, that's clear, and now they could run ripshod without checks and balance.

I just want Washington's key levels to have balance.

Now we have a slick Socialist calling the shots. Look out.

Steve, Jacksonville, Fl   October 14th, 2008 11:20 am ET

In the words of Dandy Don Meredith—"Turn out the lights, the party's over……….."

Just Me In WV   October 14th, 2008 11:20 am ET

Thats funny how now Sen Obama is the Bush twin…lmao :)

Jim Schimmer   October 14th, 2008 11:20 am ET

I think the American people are smart enough not to re-elect McBush for another 4 years!

See what has happened to us now! We are worse off than anytime ever!

Student in NY   October 14th, 2008 11:20 am ET

The leads are bigger. Cell phone voters are not polled. This is election is over.

Hey Darko, brainwashed much? Maybe you don't pay your taxes, but I do. And i look forward to tax relief. I'd rather foot the bill for a nationwide economic stimulus then a $4 billion needless cushion for the oil industry.

You're warped man.

Barry Williams   October 14th, 2008 11:20 am ET

Just say McNo!

right source   October 14th, 2008 11:20 am ET

I hope that Obama/Biden supporters don't get to comfortable with the polls and don't come out to vote. We have the make this election a reality.

Naomi   October 14th, 2008 11:20 am ET

Yes We Can…should be more like Please God, Please

Thomas   October 14th, 2008 11:20 am ET

COLORADO ! Go GREEN, it's the opposite of RED.
Green and Blue !

Brandon (Wilmington, NC)   October 14th, 2008 11:19 am ET

Dear God let this be true! I'm so tired of hearing ignorant people at McCain rallies talk about Obama being Arab and those who have failed to pick up a newspaper in months. It's time those who are fed up, finally elect some hope into the white house for not only us, but for the world. Go get'em Obama! You've got this Republican's vote!

For Obama in Oklahoma   October 14th, 2008 11:19 am ET

Even though OK traditionally votes Republican in the presidential race, we have a wonderful Democratic governor, so we're open-minded. There's more and more of us who have been life-long Republicans who have viewed Obama's substance and thoughtful, careful judgement during this campaign. I'm proud to have the opportunity to vote for him and Joe Biden. I'm ready for Hope, Change, and a new vision for America.

Tired of W, OH   October 14th, 2008 11:19 am ET

The race will tight here in Ohio, but the good news is that Obama will not need Ohio to win. Obama will carry all the '04 states, plus New Mexico, Iowa, Colorado, and Virginia, at least. This will give him more than enough electoral votes to win without even carrying Ohio or Florida (although FL will probably go to Obama as well).

Robert King   October 14th, 2008 11:19 am ET

Canada thinks you are starting to "get it".

Douggy4Nigerians   October 14th, 2008 11:19 am ET

This is obviously a great news for the entire world! How else would explain this madness? The result of everything the republicans are capable of doing looks glaring for all to see and yet some people decided to ignore. This is clearly an indication of how low we choose to go sometimes!

Obama'08
Yes we can!

greenfish   October 14th, 2008 11:19 am ET

Nose to the grindstone through 11/4.

Obama/Biden in 08

Linda K.   October 14th, 2008 11:19 am ET

To "inat":

I don't consider either 2000 or 2004 to be legitimate elections. To say that the "winner" was down on election day just proves my point.

ok   October 14th, 2008 11:19 am ET

Those poll numbers will swing once we catch Osama in Afganistan this month. I bet the republicans are working on that game changer right now. Hopefully Obama doesnt have any skeletons in the closet that the republicans are waiting to release the next few weeks: Reference: George W. DUI broke a few days before the election

Barbara Chicago, IL   October 14th, 2008 11:18 am ET

Lets Go America! We are taking our country back state by state.

Obama /Biden 08 &12!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Dallas, TX   October 14th, 2008 11:18 am ET

This race is NOT over, polls are polls and don't mean much, considering what folks they poll!

So, get informed, read and make an informed decision.

Do you want liberal socialism? Then vote for Obama, cause folks that's what coming if you do, tax cuts, call it by it's real name, welfare, plain and simple!

I don't work hard to give money to people who sit back and expect the government to take care of them.

McCain/Palin 08!!!!

angelainmemphis   October 14th, 2008 11:18 am ET

Go Obama/Biden Go!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Reality Check Richmond Virginia   October 14th, 2008 11:18 am ET

9 POINTS IN COLORADO! WOW! That big. find it hard to believe, but I hope its true.

art mahoney   October 14th, 2008 11:18 am ET

The problem for the Republicans - among many - is that Joe Six-Pack is now Joe Three-Pack.

Texas Trail Dog!   October 14th, 2008 11:18 am ET

I can not believe there is that many knave people in the U.S. For this poll to reflect such nonsense where are you taking these polls. I am on the streets here in Texas everyday and I can tell there no Obama backers anywhere except in the African American people. So please for once ask somebody else except them to get accurate polls. I this is correct I didn't know we had so many atheist in America.

USA   October 14th, 2008 11:18 am ET

McCain/Palin= Fear, Smears, Corruption

Obama/Biden= Plans, Leadership, Hope

Americans are catching on…

joann   October 14th, 2008 11:18 am ET

These polls are all lies - CNN and MSNBC are Pro Obama and they always lie about their polls.

That one is Karl Marxs friend too   October 14th, 2008 11:18 am ET

About the same amount that Reagan was down in 1980. About the same GWBush was down as well.. Don't drink the Kool-aide…

RevRayGreen   October 14th, 2008 11:17 am ET

can I sleep until Nove 5th………….

RICK FROM PENNSYLVANIA   October 14th, 2008 11:17 am ET

THIS IN ONE "SURGE" THAT JOHN MC SAME DOES NOT WANT TO BELIEVE IN !!!!

Joe   October 14th, 2008 11:17 am ET

Don't believe it. And Obama needs to be up 8-9 pts on election day if he has any chance of winning.

Muz   October 14th, 2008 11:17 am ET

We got him right where we want him

JonJon   October 14th, 2008 11:17 am ET

Yes We Can, Yes Will, Yes We Did It!

Brittney Davis   October 14th, 2008 11:17 am ET

YES WE CAN OBAMA08

AZ Dem for McCain   October 14th, 2008 11:17 am ET

I was polled and said I was voting for Obama…FAT CHANCE of that happening! unlike most here, I did some fact checking on Obama and he may be good enough to be your typical Chicago politician but he surely doesn't have what it takes to be the leader of our nation. Just look at past statements of Biden and Hillary regarding Obama.

Obama for President   October 14th, 2008 11:17 am ET

Keep holding steady!!!!!!

Tom, KS   October 14th, 2008 11:17 am ET

Nobody can let themselves become complacent. Everyone must be sure to vote on election day, no matter how large Obama's lead in the polls. We have got to make this happen on Nov 4th.

Amy For America   October 14th, 2008 11:17 am ET

This is America we can Believe In.

Geeque - Chicago,IL   October 14th, 2008 11:17 am ET

Lets go and vote for Obama people.
I don't believe on these Polls.
Lets get out and Vote for That One.
McShame is out of touch with regular Americans.

j   October 14th, 2008 11:17 am ET

A lot can happen in 3 weeks so I'm just hoping Obama gets 270, anything over that will be icing on the cake.

palin=cheney   October 14th, 2008 11:17 am ET

———–Get out and Vote —————

your life depends on it.

god bless usa.

johnny   October 14th, 2008 11:17 am ET

Thats what you get for chosing Sarah Palin as your running mate. Had he chosen Romney things would have bee different.

Teresa   October 14th, 2008 11:16 am ET

I remember when all the polls suggested the other…Obama losing and Obamanites exclaimed that the polls were flawed and they were not polled. Interesting they are so accurate now? Again I was not polled then and was not now…oh that's right I don't answer the phone because I don't want to feed this frenzy. They will get my decision in November and not before.

TOODYDOODY   October 14th, 2008 11:16 am ET

John Voight is old, dimencia is stepping too.

Paula   October 14th, 2008 11:16 am ET

All of a sudden, I am feeling better. I do want to know why there has been barely a peep from CNN about the findings of Troopergate?? Why has the coverage been very minimal compared to the relentless hours given to the Rev. Wright???????????? Also, Palins and Todd's liation to the Alaskan Seperation party?? That is the most treasonous group in the USA and CNN is not all over it. WHY????

Pol   October 14th, 2008 11:16 am ET

I don't know, may be McWhatever needs now the third smarter doll to be in slightly elevated conditions but it is too late already.

chucky1169469   October 14th, 2008 11:16 am ET

don't worry John McCain……this is exactly where you want Obama

Praetorian, Fort Myers   October 14th, 2008 11:16 am ET

Down–but not out! McCain will push right to the end, just the kind of leader we need. The debates this week, and the very large uncertainty of how unaffiliated may vote could shift the election back towards the right.

Lu from Houston, TX   October 14th, 2008 11:16 am ET

Christians ARE praying for Obama.

JIMCT   October 14th, 2008 11:16 am ET

Don't worry McCain you still have a shot…CNN (mcCain News Network) are working hard for you in Pushing this RACE ISSUE thingy and has Lou "BULLDOG" Dobbs takes "cheaps shots" at Obama…

OBAMA/BIDEN

ez   October 14th, 2008 11:16 am ET

Early voting is the way to go.

Registered Republican "voted" Obama/Biden 08

Derrick   October 14th, 2008 11:16 am ET

Keep ypur eye on Louisiana and TEXAS :)

Free America   October 14th, 2008 11:16 am ET

I wouldn't count your chickens yet (as us rednecks say). Polls mean nothing.

Adam Colorado   October 14th, 2008 11:15 am ET

Colorado will go blue.

ANGIE   October 14th, 2008 11:15 am ET

America is waking up people are tired of the rove hannity limbaugh poltics ENOUGH IS ENOUGH and its showing!

Felines For Freedom   October 14th, 2008 11:15 am ET

I wonder if the Repugs who are arguing the polls are worthless would be singing the same song if their candidate was leading…doubtful.

Tony   October 14th, 2008 11:15 am ET

COME ON AMERICA!

SHOW MCCAIN WHAT "COUNTRY FIRST" REALLY MEANS.

VOTE OBAMA / BIDEN!

Phoenix   October 14th, 2008 11:14 am ET

I am just praying. Please, I believe in my heart that the media purposely shows a could of bigots to represent all whites. I think its really unfair. Trust me, many black Americans recognize that the media is part of the division between races. Your average black person wants what everyone wants, to build a life through hard work. I just pray that the Palin camp especially does not have an opportunity to exploit any rifts between races.

Hopeful American

Dandelion.   October 14th, 2008 11:14 am ET

Eh, I don't really trust the polls! I'm holding my breath until election day!

Obama/Biden 08!!

Jill American   October 14th, 2008 11:14 am ET

And what percentage does the candidate 'Undecided' have? There seems to be a lot of people still undecided and that could tilt the numbers back to McCain when voting actually takes place. Add that to voting 'irregularities' and machines breaking down and you get what we got before … a Republican 'victory'.

mitch   October 14th, 2008 11:14 am ET

mccain might be in trouble. maybe we get a smart president for a change. we need barack. im tired of lo-IQ presidents. i dont care if hes covered w/pink polka dots. no more dummies!!!! mccain/palin just dont have the smarts.

Colorado   October 14th, 2008 11:14 am ET

Go Colorado! This is great news for our state but it just means that we all have to work extra hard over the next 3 weeks to make sure everyone gets out to vote

bruno nana   October 14th, 2008 11:14 am ET

yes we can

MissouriMom   October 14th, 2008 11:14 am ET

With every rise in the polls, I rejoice in the (hopefully) END of divisive neoCON smear politics that have been waged upon this country by the Republicans for the past 20 years.

John McCain, you are a dishonorable, shameful fool.

Threats against a presidential candidate are domestic terrorism. By inciting violence and anger in crowds, you are inciting acts against your opponent. THAT IS TERRORISM.

And saying you're going to "whip his you know what"… exactly WHAT is that? His @$$? His winning streak? His supporters?

My bet? You'll say nothing, just like you did in the last debate. COWARD, hiding behind a skirt.

John McCain = hiding behind Sarah Palin's skirts… pathetic.

TOODYDOODY   October 14th, 2008 11:14 am ET

Mcinsane and Appallin are both just waiting for Obama to give a speech on the economy and/or anything and they both copy him from there. Talk about being inventive. They want change now.

Josh   October 14th, 2008 11:14 am ET

Thank God the majority is finally making their voices heard.

Say it ain't so Sarah!   October 14th, 2008 11:14 am ET

And McCain has Obama "Right where he wants him".

In the lead!

kate   October 14th, 2008 11:14 am ET

Obama-Biden ticket have shown they are superior candidates, and if this election is based on leadership quality, and merit, they should win. I fear, this country maybe fooled once again by fear driven by bigotry!!! For the sake of our country and future, I hope I am dead wrong.

JL   October 14th, 2008 11:14 am ET

I am voting for Obama/Biden today…I'm in a very red state and have some people tell me that my vote won't count.

I say watch the movie, "recount" on HBO if you don't think your vote will count. I'm hoping those of us who don't blindly vote for the dominant party in this state show up in large numbers this election.

Tony   October 14th, 2008 11:14 am ET

SEND MCCAIN BACK TO WHINE ADN MOAN IN THE SEANTE AND GIVE THAT IMBECILE PALIN A ONW-EAY TICKET BACK TO MOOSE COUNTRY!

OBAMA / BIDEN '08!!!!!

Hannah Stevens   October 14th, 2008 11:13 am ET

All you have to do is look at the McCain campaign and see who is better able to lead this country out of the abyss that this republican administration has gotten us into at every level. Obama steady at the helm coming up with ideas to fix our broken America, a true uniter who wants to bring us together under common goals. And then look at McCain. The choice is clear.

Keep it Up   October 14th, 2008 11:13 am ET

McCain, you better make up more lies and make as many terrorist comments as possible this week……Your help is invaluable.

Obama/Biden

Bjoerlingfan   October 14th, 2008 11:13 am ET

Good news, for sure. But Obama needs to keep campaigning like he's 10 points behind.

NANCY FROM MONTANA   October 14th, 2008 11:13 am ET

This is looking good nationally for the Obama/Biden ticket.

Montana only has 3 electoral votes, but we can also hope that the Big Sky Country can also flip from pink to dark blue!!!

Montanan for Obama/Biden

bill canada   October 14th, 2008 11:13 am ET

the closer Obama gets to the White House the higher my oil stocks go up here in CANADA. an uneducated vote is no vote at all.

Casmir   October 14th, 2008 11:13 am ET

yes we can
obama for America

Tony   October 14th, 2008 11:13 am ET

Go OBAMA / BIDEN!

Only problem is that racism, ignorance and apathy still rule in America.

Don't say you put your family, your children, yourselves and the country first people and then go out and vote for McCain and his imbecilic sidekick.

McCain lives in the past and sees everything as if it were a military action. He is all over the place, chagnes positions daily depending on what way the wind is blowing, and his incoherent, babbling, incompetent running mate is a national joke!

Jim   October 14th, 2008 11:13 am ET

Well may the better man win, just be yourself John McCain

K   October 14th, 2008 11:13 am ET

Colorado is sadly being overrun by boulder liberals. ACORN has been kept at bay here since there are no homeless left to exploit since Obama gave them all a one-way bus ticket out of town before the DNC.

Paul Thompson   October 14th, 2008 11:13 am ET

There's some strong evidence that Ayers wrote "Dreams of my Father"
if this breaks….end of story!!!!

What a bunch of decievers!

Diing   October 14th, 2008 11:12 am ET

McCain just got them where he wants them to be. Talk about French Diplomacy. “We are number one behind the United States and Great Britain” McCain Campaign is absolutely delusional.

Liisa   October 14th, 2008 11:12 am ET

That One/Biden 08

proudly for Hillary, warming up to Obama   October 14th, 2008 11:12 am ET

This is what McCain deserves for ignoring important issues affecting the daily lives of hard-working Americans.

McCain can't say anything nice about his party's incumbent president, so he is going negative- which is apparently not working.

Winnie in Montana   October 14th, 2008 11:12 am ET

This is truly good news. However, as so many comments have noted, please do not get complacent. Each of us must vote, whether through early voting, absentee ballots or on election day. Don't think that your vote isn't needed because Sen. Obama and Sen. Biden are up in the polls. Each vote is desperately needed. We cannot make this a close election that can be taken by the courts. Besides, a landslide will send a clear message to future nominees that lies and slander, rumors and the politics of divisiveness are not acceptable.

Marsha (Atlanta)   October 14th, 2008 11:12 am ET

Dear Lord-
Please allow this election to be fair and don't allow any party to steal it with dirty tricks….

Informed Voter   October 14th, 2008 11:12 am ET

inat, what about 92, 96 and the rest …..

this is not 00, 04 not 88 ….. by dear ….. it's 08 …. a new era

YoungGrad   October 14th, 2008 11:12 am ET

I'm kind of feeling sorry for the angry guy…it sucks to lose.

Mike from Calgary   October 14th, 2008 11:11 am ET

SO WHAT IF THE DEMOCRATS HAVE A LEAD RIGHT NOW!

JOHN McCAIN SAYS HE HAS A PLAN AND HE'S RIGHT WHERE HE WANTS TO BE!

JT   October 14th, 2008 11:11 am ET

Fired Up. Ready to Go.

Filipina   October 14th, 2008 11:11 am ET

Landslide is coming!!!!!!!!!!! Go Obama,,,,,way to go.

Obama/Biden

Jude   October 14th, 2008 11:11 am ET

This is good news for Obama but lets not get cocky and confidenant yet. Its not over until the fat lady sings and she isn't going to sing until Nov. 5th so keep up the hard work. CNN is supposed to be bias towards the left but I do find that each and every day there seems to be more news on McCain-Palin then Obama-Biden? Go figure??

Atty in FL   October 14th, 2008 11:11 am ET

Okay America…….are you REALLY going to elect the most inexperienced, unqualified candidate to ever be put on a major party ticket, during a time of recession and war??????????????????????? I mean seriously!! Wake up before its too late and we're further in this hole! Think about my statement!

TAINOPOWER   October 14th, 2008 11:11 am ET

And whit the help of Acorn obama will win and it will be an illegimate presidency. you can’t run a government wen you know you stole it.

Lou from CT   October 14th, 2008 11:11 am ET

We need to make sure that the Obama campaign does not start coasting in these weeks before the election. Stay on message - don't get dragged into slinging mud.
We are on the brink of making history - let's banish "The Bradley Effect".

Rebekah A.   October 14th, 2008 11:11 am ET

YES WE CAN!!!!

Rick from Portland   October 14th, 2008 11:11 am ET

I can hear the fat lady warming up offstage…oh wait, that's Caribou Barbie wailing "But I was all set to be a Maverick! Why? Why?"

Trent   October 14th, 2008 11:11 am ET

Yes We Can!

Michael, Tx   October 14th, 2008 11:10 am ET

I am an independent voter and not a party loyalist. I have voted for republicans most of my voting years, including John McCain (I was raised in southern Az). I served with the United States Marine Corps as an infantry officer with two tours in Iraq. I SHOULD be voting for John McCain…but I'm not. He has shown poor leadership and lack of integrity as can be seen by most of the articles here on the ticker, but that's not the reason I'm not voting for him. HE VOTED AGAINST US when he refused to support Sen. Webb's (Vietnam war era Marine infantry officer) GI Bill, a bill that Sen. Obama/Sen. Biden were co-sponsors of. He caved to anti-immigrant groups, when anyone who has served in a combat unit can tell you that immigrants fight for us with the same ferocity as our small town boys. No, I am not conservative, I am not liberal, I am an AMERICAN PATRIOT, and like so many of my fellow veterans, I support Sen. Obama. Not because he is the anti-Bush, but because he is a leader with vision, vision for healtcare, vision for intelligent foreign policy, vision for domestic economic strength, and vision for strengthening our military, vision that the GOP sadly does not offer. We have fought for your right to vote America, don't waste it with apathy.

obama 08-12   October 14th, 2008 11:10 am ET

Can you smell what Obama is cooking ?
lanslide baby!!!

A-Man   October 14th, 2008 11:10 am ET

FELLOW REPUBLICANS it is time for us to send a clear message to our party. I am voting Obama and Democratic for the first time in my life. As a strong republican, IN THIS ELECTION, Obama is better for our country for two reasons. First he has control of the House and Senate and will be able to make the right changes to better our country, and I am a country first person as it will better my life. Second and more importantly our party is not to be proud of as it historically has been the best party in the world. McCain I have respected forever, has lost my respect. Yes the behind the scene people of Bush like Carl Rove are running his campaign but he lets them, and they would be running the country too. But Palin is a joke and a real black eye to our proud party. Nop way is she to be the future of our party. We have many great candidates and she is not one of them. SO FOR THE FIRST TIME EVER I am voting Democratic.

PA voter   October 14th, 2008 11:10 am ET

Polls don't decide the next President!

Remember to actually get off the couch (or away from your blog) on November 4th, stand in that long line, and vote! Standing in that long line is much better than having to endure George W's buddy for the next four years!

97 more days until George W is out of office!!! :)

Obama 2008   October 14th, 2008 11:10 am ET

YEAH!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!:)

Preco, NY   October 14th, 2008 11:10 am ET

Slime gets you Nowhere McCain!!

Sister Sarah, please go answer to the Ethics violation indictment at home. We are intrested in substance not subterfuge!!!

McCain try one more stunt.

God bless America.

N.S of Huntsville, Al   October 14th, 2008 11:10 am ET

I don't like Polls, but the bottom line is this. It's not enough to register to vote, they have to show up.

I hope the get out to vote, has someone reminding people to vote early or get out there and vote come NOV 4th

Go Obama

Michael   October 14th, 2008 11:10 am ET

Wow!…very encouraging for the future of the U.S. Now, I hope that everyone actually goes to the polls and VOTES!

Richard   October 14th, 2008 11:10 am ET

No one should get complacent. If you are tired of McCain & Palin's outright lies and negative campaigning, BE SURE TO VOTE!!!

Jan   October 14th, 2008 11:10 am ET

Did I hear ACORN new registrations and media bias? I, for one, do not believe any of these polls as they are all democrat and media run. Real Americans will vote on Nov 4 and not before. Please do not let these leftist libs steal our election with the help of stars and the media!

Nando, Florida   October 14th, 2008 11:09 am ET

THAT ONE!!!! IS GOING TO WIPE THE FLOOR WITH THE GOP NOV 4th !

Andy in Seattle   October 14th, 2008 11:09 am ET

Yes We Can!!

al in memphis   October 14th, 2008 11:09 am ET

People may critize Obama for some of his position. You can't knock him for running a very organized and complete campaign. Nor how he conducts himself–that is why he winning people over. HIs campaign has not created an atmosphere of anger like we saw with Hillary and now McCain.

With this lead, Obama is still going door to door.

chris mctaggart   October 14th, 2008 11:09 am ET

let's not forget Indiana is going Blue this year too!!!

bill canada   October 14th, 2008 11:09 am ET

the closer Obama gets to the white house, the higher my Petro Canada stocks go up . thanks America . A uneducated vote is no vote at all.

Spencer/Commonwealth of Virginia   October 14th, 2008 11:09 am ET

Change I Can Believe In

OBAMA/BIDEN 08

Accountant Guy   October 14th, 2008 11:09 am ET

Awesome to see that!! America is finally waking up and deciding to take back our country!! We are so proud of you President Obama and Vice President Biden!!

Obama/Biden '08

lindapuma   October 14th, 2008 11:08 am ET

Thank goodness!

McCAIN is sooo scary!

A. Rohani   October 14th, 2008 11:08 am ET

Very Niiiiiiiiiiiiiiiice :)

You know why I feel bad for McCain? He dedicated his entire life serving our country, but I think his legacy will always be tainted by the last two months of his campaign - for all the lies, unfair attacks, divisions, erratic behavior, and putting self before the country to win an election. I really used to have a lot of respect for the guy, but I think that's how I'll remember McCain from now on.

We are ALL "That One"   October 14th, 2008 11:08 am ET

All States should be BLUE! Yes even Alaska and Arizona!

Kirven   October 14th, 2008 11:08 am ET

If this keeps up and Americans elected Obama it shows that we can and will reject hate and angry.

Bra Rick   October 14th, 2008 11:08 am ET

Any surprise? Absolutely none.

The message of hope will always triumph over fear mongering no matter what…

History is being made..the steam roller is growing larger by the day.

LIP   October 14th, 2008 11:08 am ET

Acorn, hard at work

Sofa King Ray Todd Ed   October 14th, 2008 11:08 am ET

Na na na na, na na na na, hey hey heyyyyy good byeeee!!!

What does this say about McCain's judgment when he says he has Obama just where he wants him? This is where he wants Obama? Crushing him with an almost insurmountable lead? Good strategy Johnny, you're the best, lol.

Oh, and take Sarah with ya :)

CJ-OBAMA ALL THE WAY IN VA   October 14th, 2008 11:08 am ET

YES WE CAN!! Enough said

Kathy S. Cloughn   October 14th, 2008 11:07 am ET

I hope he wins by a landslide! The Democrats deserve it and the rightwingers do not!

Obama/Biden 2008/2012

Hillary 2016

George   October 14th, 2008 11:07 am ET

Polls lie. Do not believe the polls. CNN along with many other news outlets have reported that people will change their minds when they go into those voting booths. Obama will not be president this time around. 2012 is his year. By then America will be ready to accept a Black man in the White House.

Marc   October 14th, 2008 11:07 am ET

I can't believe voters can be so stupid. Crossing my fingers for the Bradley effect.

darko   October 14th, 2008 11:06 am ET

The 95% tax cut is a LIE!!

FACT: Over 30% (over 50 Million) of American workers PAY NO INCOME TAXES!!!

Obama would essentially hand them a check to be paid by the rest of us. Just like they did with this summer's Stimulis package…

What was his line about "giving with one hand and taking with the other?"

or "Robbing Peter to pay Paul" is more like it.

Socialism by any other name is still Socialism. Bush unwittingly has started it and Obama will complete it.

BUDGET “REFORM TEAM”: MCKEATING5 BALANCED HIS CAMPAIGN BUDGET BY TAKING $112.000 FROM KEATING WHEN S&L‘S FAILED, MISS MOOSE ANAL SPHINCTER‘S “EXECUTIVE EXPERIENCE” LEAVES WASILLA $23 MILLION DOLLARS IN DEBT!   October 14th, 2008 11:06 am ET

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!

CM   October 14th, 2008 11:05 am ET

Thats gotta sting a little.

Like I've been saying all along, the poll numbers will tighten in the next few weeks as McCain gets more desperate but it's all Obama from here. His folks aren't taking this for granted while McCain's base is more demoralized than before.

This will be won on the ground.

Speider   October 14th, 2008 11:05 am ET

Perhaps there's hope for the American public. Perhaps we are not so easily swayed by the bald-faced lies McCain and Palin seem to think they can spill forth and we will lap up. Perhaps we are evolving as a society and a race of beings.

Ony   October 14th, 2008 11:05 am ET

Woohoo! GoObama!

JWMathews   October 14th, 2008 11:05 am ET

Quick John, better get that "new" economic plan out there. You're going down faster than water over Niagara Falls.

inat   October 14th, 2008 11:05 am ET

polls are worthless these days. Its evidenced by these polls that contradict each other everyday. Attitudes in Ohio dont change over night :)

PLUS..in '88, '00 and '04, the winner was down by 6pts ON ELECTION DAY.

Shari, NY   October 14th, 2008 11:04 am ET

Dear Lord: Please make this be the headline before E-Day. Also, please open the eyes and hearts of every eligible voter and let him/her compare the two tickets sifting through the truth and untruths; the feasibility of domestic and foreign plans, etc. I have heard the word "fight" one too many times. Please grant us peace!

Obama Supporter   October 14th, 2008 11:04 am ET

THAT'S RIGHT AMERICANS! DONT FALL FOR THE SCARE TATICS THAT THE MCCAIN CAMPAIGN ATTEMPTS TO THROW YOUR WAY! LET'S STAY FOCUSED!

Patriot   October 14th, 2008 11:04 am ET

It is a relief to know that the American people are not buying 4 more years of Bush, or the hateful smears that are being spewed by McCain and Palin. If Obama wins this election, my faith in the American people will be restored.

Abby   October 14th, 2008 11:04 am ET

Yes We Can.

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