(CNN) – Is Colin Powell set to make a long-anticipated endorsement?
The former Secretary of State under President Bush, who has been coy about who he will support this November, will appear on NBC's Meet the Press this weekend, the network has announced.
Rumors have long swirled that Powell, the first African-American Secretary of State, is leaning toward backing Obama.
NBC is staying mum on what Powell will say: "[He] will break his recent silence and share his views on a variety of important issues," the network said.
A source close to Powell wouldn't say if an endorsement would come Sunday.
"Stay tuned," the source said.
Powell suggested last month he had yet to make up his mind.
The election of an African-American president “would be electrifying,” Powell told a George Washington University audience, “but at the same time [I have to] make a judgment here on which would be best for America.
Watch: Powell: I'm undecided
“I have been watching both individuals, I know them both extremely well, and I have not decided who I am going to vote for. And I'm interested to see what the debates are going to be like because we have to get off of this ‘lipstick on a pig’ stuff and get into issues,” he said.
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Powell needs to stop b.s.'ing.
This fool is as guilty as the rest in the Iraq war mess. Another man who many once considered a man of integrity and character, just like every other republican.
Prediction. Powell endorses Obama because Powell will put the good of the Nation before his friendship with McCain. Thats just Powell.
He's endorsing Obama....duh
OBAMA/BIDEN 08
Since when does Powell care about what is best for America?
I will bet the farm he is going to endorse Obama ... and Powell we all know they fooled you into supporting that war..... you are forgiven. Now come on over to a winning team.... Hey Condi you are welcome too... Papa Bush... sure why not!
Pleaseeeeeeeeeeeeeee Mr Powell, Pleaseeeeeee Endorse Barack Obama and you will make me the happiest person on earth and America the strongest nation on earth.
He would make an excellent foreign policy advisor for Team Obama to add to an already stellar team! Senator 'Maverick' relies on the same advisors that got Bush in all this mess.
Obama 08!!!
Come on, Sec. Powell! Endorse Sen. Obama, already! You KNOW that he is the best! Why are you so timid? Do you, sir, not remember how the Republicans threw you under the bus?!
Keith Olbermann of "Countdown" (MSNBC) commented yesterday that "Faux News" reported that "Powell was in the UK and that he danced....." the commentator was demeaning, what's new? Isn't that the usual 'Faux News' way?
This is what I want to say to all, my fellow Americans:
1. Please VOTE, make sure the college kids VOTE!
2. Please REJECT the vile politics of hate-division-lies-and-fear that the Republicans and their mouthpieces on Faux News and AM radio spew!
HOPE .....OVERCOMES.........FEAR! (PS. Christians know that FEAR is not from GOD!)
WHO CARES !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
The GOP is already discrediting him through their hate channels ... after all, they want to say, Powell is 'just another black guy'.
If Powell is going to make an endorsement based on what is best for the country then we all know who that will be-
Obama/Biden of course!
I love it! This is the kind of stuff that makes politics exciting. If Gen. Powell endorses Sen. Obama, it will be very interesting to see and hear the conservative response...
I wonder if they will disparage him with disdain or if they will embrace him with due respect for demonstrating sound judgement.
Colin Powell is endorsing Obama......wow, who didn't see that coming?
C'mon Colin, join the smart people!! (Democrats)
Can't endorse the party that threw you under the bus!
Pay back is a mutha!! Coilin make them pay for how they used you and disgraced your name for their own selfish agenda. We will be glad to have you on board!!
Obama/ Biden 08
Obama all the way!
Powell's endorsement will be a game changer...he'll either send Obama over the top or breathe a little life into the McCain camp. A break with republicans to endorse Obama will bury McCain and if he endorses McCain over the first African-American candidate, it will hurt Obama, but not as much. Powell is probably the only republican I still have any respect for...if he were in this race, he'd get my vote. But, he's not, so Obama '08 for me!
I'm sure you will make a choice that is in the intrest of the poeple.
You have had a long history with this country and will make your choice for the betterment of the nation
with or without his endorsment, Obama still gets my vote.
Too late
Choose the strongest candidate on foreign and domestic policy Powell!
Tony I think you are a very low person to call such an accomplished man a fool. You can disagree with the man on issues but to call him a fool is just low.
An endorsement from Colin Powell would be beneficial to either candidate but will clinch victory for Obama.
Do it soon. Why wait. We know you like Obama.
As an Obama supporter I really don't think he will endorse anyone at this point I really doubt he wants to get mix with all this political stuff.. Why wait so long to endorse Obama? and who knows he probably will endorse John McCain .. and he's trying to fool the media.. you never know ppl..
I still have a lot of respect for Powell, Iraq notwithstanding. But I don't know that his endorsement of either candidate will make much difference at this point in the race. Those who are still on the fence after 20 months of 24/7 coverage in this 2008 Presidential marathon aren't likely to be knocked off by Powell or anyone else's opinion, only something they've been waiting to hear from the candidate himself and haven't yet.
If Powell have the power to help lead this country then Obama is the choice, but if he like what he had under George Bush then it is be McCain.
I would have loved to see an Obama/Powell ticket.
he is endorsing Obama but since he's a republican, it takes a while to cross over. He doesn't want be seen as if he's endorsing Obama because they are both AA. But he will eventually.
To Tony,
colin Powell, in my opinion, is the last Republican Standing that has any integrity. He has long said that he tried to warn Bush about the war., and was fed a line by George Tenet, who he thought was an honorable man. I admire him for at least resigning after he learned the truth. Don't by the line that he resigned because of protate cancer, as you can see he has not slowed down one bit. I've never been fond of Republica policy but this is a man of integrity. Give him credit where credit is due.
If Powell endorses Obama, I wonder what kind of effect (if any) this endorsement will have on voters - especially conservative ones.
Will it hurt Obama to get the endorsement of a Bush administration "insider"? Or is Powell such a respected figure, especially in Republican circles, that his endorsement of Obama will help convince undecided or conservative voters that Obama is the kind of person we need right now as president?
Did you liberals hear T BOONE PICKENS say last night raising taxs as you Messaih has said he will do will RUIN this country Better listen
Wonderful – can't wait to hear it.
who cares.
not basing my vote on who Powell endorses.
Bush and Condi, Rumie you are all wellcome to the winning team.
Go Barack
I guess the logical thing would be for Powell to endorse Obama. Afterall, he really didn't leave the Republican party on Good terms.
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Does it surprise anyone that Powell would support Obama? Please. Powell lost all credibility when he became the mouthpiece for G. W. Bush. I despise both of the candidates we are stuck with and see nothing but trouble in our immediate future. Someday common sense may make its way into the psyche of the American electorate. I’m not counting on it
Collin Powell, in spite of his UN speech leading up to the Iraq war, is still a much respected person around the world. His endorsement will give the Obama camp 2 or 3 days of boost. Look for Chuck Hagel to also get on board with Obama.
I am interested to see who Powell if for. If Powell does choose Obama, they will say it is because Obama is black. If he choose McCain, they will say it is because he is sticking with Party Line.
Every Republican I know who has done the math says that their household will be better off financially under the Obama plan. Of those that have done the math, 1/3 is switching their vote for Obama now. I ask the others, why go for McCain if their family will be better under Obama? They say that they can’t seem to cross the party line, even though they feel it would be better. I ask them, who are you dedicated to, your party or America. They say America first then Party Second. However, they don’t want to upset their friends. I told them, that is why the ballot box is private, so they don’t have to publicize it. Point is, many so called undecided are really decided but want to keep their vote private. And some are just afraid of their party. Republican who are aware that they will be better off under the Obama plan do not need to be afraid of their party. They need to stand up for their family first. If you do the math, then all the rest of the talk should go out the window.
I hope Powell endorses Obama, and tell us all the reasons why he is better.
If Colin Powell was the Democratic party candidate I would not hesitate to vote this year, but since this is not the case i will abstain.
Is Barack Hussain Obama qualified to be President of the United States?
Wake Up America, drawing a parallel between today and a time in history where the world saw the rise of Hitler in Germany. It is a sobering lesson worth everyone’s consideration. This is why this election is so very crucial. Who do we really want in the office of president to stand up to Ahmadinejad, Putin, Chavez, al-Qaida, et al? Obama is an appeaser not so unlike Neville Chamberlain. We need a principled Winston Churchill-type man like McCain confronting our nation’s enemies from a position of strength. Do we have to repeat history or can we learn from it?
Just look at all the experience Obama has! He was a community organizer. He got out there and made things happen! He got people (perhaps homeless ones) to register to vote. That is accomplishing something. OK, so maybe those folks won’t actually ever contribute to the tax roles, and yes they will most likley be the one’s receiving the tax dollars, but they are still part of America. And if no one went and picked them up and drove them to the polls, they might have never voted!
Go ACORN! I’m registering my hamster to vote too!
The Palin factor is sending a lot of intelligent independent minded republicans to cross over to Obama. Her ratings are dropping like a lung shot moose.
Too little, too late.
Its meanless because he waited until the end. How about helping by supporting his choice during the campaign.
Means nothing. He was a great man that was duped by Bush, and he should not endorse anyone, just do some good work of his own.
It is very difficult to believe that Colin Powell as well as others have not yet decided who they are going to vote for..especially Colin Powell..either they are supporting Obama or they are supporting McSame...this campaign has been going on for months..does it mean they have a hard time making decisions in life...as enough info has gone out on both for individuals to know which way they are going...being apart of the Bush years, don't think it will suprise anyone which way Powell is going but thats his business and the public doesn't need to know..."Obama/Biden" "08
COLIN POWELL AT THE 5 SECRETARIES OF STATE FORUM THAT HE WOULD CHOOSE THE ONE WITH THE EXEPRIENCE AND JUDGEMENT TO WIN THE ELECTION. OBVIOUSLY , HE WAS REFERRING TO JOHN MCCAIN.. WE ALSO KNOW POWELL WAS
WELL KNOWN IN REAGAN'S TEAM AS WELL AS THE RIGHT HAND
MILITARY MAN OF THE ELDER GEORGE BUSH..
i thought for sure some repub would've put a comment on here like "powell will pick obama because he is black". we will see who he picks, it's not like he has the power to swing an election. this will just be an endorsment, and nothing more.
This is Colin Powell's chance to undo the damage he did when he presented George W. Bush's alleged evidence to the UN that there were WMDs in Iraq. Evidence which, by the way, John McCain totally bought.
If I was Obama or McCain i wouldn't want his endorsement. This man sat in front of the panel and lied about Iraq and WMD's......
We all know the current administration took advantage of C. Powell. It was his presentation of the 'facts' that made me think we did need to go into Iraq. Fooled again, both of us.
Being the good soldier, he hasn't come out about the administration. I have always predicted that when GW's term is over, the truth will be told. His endorsement of Obama is the first step in that process.
Bring it on!
powell is a man of honor george bush had set him up come on over to the winning side colin. we will take care of you. obama can use a good man like you.
I agree with Obama and Clinton, don't put so much stock in the poll of polls. This thing will go up and down during certain points, the poll of polls is not what counts. It's the VOTE that counts!
I hope this real GENTLEMAN and HONORABLE military leader, will regain the trust of all American voters by endorsing the Democratic ticket.
Why is this a story until he actually gives an endorsement?
Until he does this is all speculation.
Can't CNN Journalists come up with anything better than this to write about?
I think he will support McCain because he said he had to make a decision based on what was best for the country. Given that he is African American he will probably be given a hard time for doing what is best, but I trust that he will.
Powell said that we have to get off of this 'lipstick on a pig' stuff and get
back to the issues. I guess this is a clear indication that he will endorse the Democratic ticket.
Democrats 08
Early voting has begun in some states. Before you or anyone you know casts a vote for President, educate yourself and your friends about John McCain's extremely close ties to the PNAC (Project for the New American Century) neocons.
McCain seems to be a far more devoted neocon than George W. Bush ever was. Could this be why, in the 2000 Republican-party Presidential primaries, William Kristol and other uber-neocons supported John Mccain and Jeb Bush, but not George W. Bush? (PNAC's founders included Dick Cheney, Donald Rumsfeld, and Jeb Bush, but not George W. Bush.)
Read Elliot Cohen's article below. It's an excellent overview.
For a concise overview of the neocons, Webster Tarpley's book "9-11 Synthetic Terror: Made in USA" offers this: Neocons prefer war to peace.
For some neocons, war is virtually a religion. For others, it may be merely a means to an end. Either way, war is the neocons' foreign policy, Iraq is not the only nation they plan to conquer, and the neocons have no use for diplomacy, as diplomacy can prevent war.
Powel and Bush Senior will endorse Obama. I can bet you that!
A black man endorsing another black man; gee what a shock that would be.
I hope he endorses Obama. Some say he is still quite upset with what the Bush Administration did to him.
Frankly I think he has known for some time who he was going endorse. I doubt that he needed to watch the debates to determine his choice. Not sure why he waited to endorse but I doubt it was he couldn't choose.
Powell is an excellent adviser, the summer before Bush declared war on Iraq it was Powell who told him that that type of move would be a mistake, and sure enough it was. So for all of you ignorant "Tony's" who do not know what you are talking about, Powell is a man of extraordinary judgement. Any American with any good sense knows that Palin cannot run this country if anything happend to McCain. I know Putin, Chavez, along with China, and Iran leaders are hoping that McCain wins, because it isn't likely that he will survive the whole four year term and they will be plotting on how to take over this country once Palin is in office. Palin is incompetent. Wake Up!
Gosh Tony,
you sound so smart!! Perhaps you could have done a better job! At least Colin Powell, with the courage of his convictions had enough integrity to leave the adminstration after he found out he'd been LIED to. Walk a day in someone else's shoes before you criticize so harshly.
It took McCain almost the entire general election to even figure out what his message was going to be and the vice presidential candidate, still obviously needs someone to tell her what to say on a daily basis. Country first? How is this good for the country? Anyone in their right mind would choose Obama. McCain has made that very easy.
I KNOW THE REPUBLIKLANS WILL TRY TO ATTACK POWELL'S INTEGRITY..........TRUST ME, THIS IS ONE HONEST MAN THAT'S MORE CREDIBLE ON IRAG/FOREIGN POLICIES THAN MCSAME AND BUSH COMBINED!
...AND HE IS GOING TO ENDORSE OBAMA – FOR HIS SOUND JUDGEMENT AND FORESIGHT TO LEAD AMERICA IN THE 21ST CENTURY!
INDEPENDENTS – JOIN THE BADWAGON OF CHANGE!
VOTE NOW – BARACK THE VOTE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
And I'm interested to see what the debates are going to be like because we have to get off of this ‘lipstick on a pig’ stuff and get into issues,” he said
Sounds like he is leaning towards Obama's way of thinking but as a well known republican "token" he is going to have a hard time coming out and saying it. I respect Mr. Powell and hope he makes the right decision
Obama/Biden 08 & 12
Like who really cares at this point? He was used like a tool by bush, hardly the sterling character one is looking for in a leader.
I do believe he will endorse Obama, because Obama/Biden is the best choice for America. Powell knows we need someone who can get the World back on our side, after the terrible mess that the Bush/Cheney administration has made, and that ain't McCain/Palin, that's for sure.
Obama/Biden – '08/'12
I admire Powell for not immediately bowing to pressure to support an African-American, but if Powell is serious about backing the presidential candidate that's "best for America" he has to look past both Obama and McCain and include the Veep candidates in his equation.
Powell will endorse McCain because he is a true patriot and a military man. As much as he would like to see Obama make history, I think his better judgement will kick in. No one wants to live in a socialist environment, and the killing of the american dream would be like tossing the apple pie in the garbage.
Please, Mr. Powell, stay neutral for your own sake. It will better for you socially and politically.
Powell - I hope - is the kind of level-headed, rational, non-ideological, intelligent person who will find it very hard to vote for John McCain knowing that Sarah Palin - of all people that McCain could have chosen - is waiting under his wings to be president of the United States.
Hear we go, the GOP and their nutty supporters will now smear Colin Powell, one of the most respected military leaders of our time. Even more so than John McCain himself.
Let the GOP smears begin.......
Endorsing Senator Barack Obama is the least he can do for this country after siding with Bush in lying and plundering US democracy and values.
If Colin Powell endorses McCain I'm going to lose a whole lot or money.
Everyday–a nail gets driven into McCain's political coffin...not many more left to drive.
I would have voted for Colin Powell if he had run.
Compared to Obama, this man had NO character issues.
If Powell endorses McCain, it's a boost he really needs – maybe even something that could be a game changing trend.
But the same goes for Obama. If Powell endorses Obama, it's the end of the line for McCain. How can McCain stand up and say that the timetable is wrong when Powell is endorsing him? He can't.
mr powell looks to be a good and fair man and he knows what 's going on right now with both candidates.
Powell has become a major critic of the war, for obvious reasons, and would make a terrific Sec. of Defense for the Obama team. He could restore a little credibility to the office and make America proud of him again. I'd back that!
I think, unlike some others here, that Colin Powell is one of the greatest living Americans. He was outstanding during the first Gulf War and has been dedicated to this country all of his life. He got knifed in the back by Bush and Cheney. He had no idea what was going on with the intelligence community and I'm sure that he was kept in the dark on many other things. In the wake of 9/11 he couldn't just resign when he saw what Bush and Cheney were planning. He would have looked like a traitor in that atmosphere, and he knew it. If he endorses Obama, it will go a long way toward healing some old wounds and closing the door on another "warrior" president of limited intellect.
Colin Powell knows that John McCain's bad judgment of picking unqualified Sara Palin for VP and possible President is a danger to the national security of the country.
Of course he's not going to back McCain.
Democrats 08.
Powell is a man of sound judgement and character. He will look at the whole ticket. Although he may support McCain, he cannot for the life of him consider Pailin as next in line for the presidency.
McCain Palin... Cubans from Miami love you!
who cares!
As far as I am concerned Powell needs to be on trial for War Crimes as well. He should have left as soon as he found out it was a lie, but he stayed until his term ended. Coward!
Here is my analysis:
In retrospect, Powell wishes he would've stuck to his principles and not laid out that bogus business case for WMD's. He would endorse McCain if he had stuck to his guns and done what he wanted to do; select Joe L as his running mate despite what GOP machine wanted him to do. He doesn't think McCain will be his own man as President and will therefore endorse Obama.
After the way the Republicans used and abused the man, he would be a darn fool to go back for more! Choose wisely, Colin – choose Obama!
If Obama wins, I want to see him reach out to Powell and give him a chance to redeem his image. For the most part Powell was an excellent Secretary of State, but endorsing the Iraq invasion has tarnished his image. I believe he still has insight on dealing with foreign affairs, and could serve well as a dignitary with Afghan/Pakistan relations.
ONE NATION
What difference does it make who he endorses? He could really keep that information to himself, it is his right. At this point his endorsement will not change anything, most people have already made up their minds who they are going to vote for.
Who cares who Colin Powell backs. His endorsement is only worth slightly more than one from Tom Cruise. Both candidates should ask him to not bother.
Colin Powell........
Barack Your Vote!!!!
VOTE FOR THE BEST CANDIDATE IN THIS RACE... AND POSSIBLY IN OUR TIME .....Barack Obama
Every day it becomes more clear that Obama has the temperament needed to be Commander in Chief. And that his policies mirror what has been said by all the past Secretaries of State that appeared on CNN–talk to our enemies, use more diplomacy, etc.
I'd be shocked if he endorsed McCain.
Colin Powell has sold out his entire life. It's time for him to get right. Endorse Obama Colin.
Your selling of the Iraq war killed 4,500 fellow American men and women. The least you can do is support Obama. You should have been campaigning for him.
Powell was a great Military leader for this country...We are all better for his service..Endorse your own convictions..much respect from me either way...You have earned your decision..more so than the rest of us.
I have a lot of respect for Colin Powell and would be very excited if he were the first African American president. But, he is moderate and mainstream – Obama is far left ! Obama's solution to everything is government. The fact is, government doesn't create wealth, it just redistributes it! Support John McCain for the good of our country!!
He wants another crack at the white house, so of course he's going to endorse Obama!
I don't know why he's waiting so long. He knows who is the best man for the job, O B A M A !!
Obama in '08!
Powell – this time he is not being played for the GOP fool -
I guess Colin Powell is a Socialist.
I heard Obama will make students with a GPA of 3.5 or higher give points to those with a GPA of 2.0 or lower to make all students equal. Is this his new education plan, besides giving money to ACORN?
Powell will do what is right, he is the real maverick and will endorse Obama. I do not see how he can endorse the republican McCain if he is to redeem himselft and get on the right side of history as opposed to deception.
Obama/Biden 08/12.
How unfortunate that Powell is not seeking the presidency. He is truly a great leader.
I wish that he would have endorsed at a time when it would have been more relevant like before Obama had double digit leads or won all three debates or when Sarah Palin was still riding high but I welcome it just the same!
If he did decide to endorse Obama I bet Republicans would say it was due to race instead of policy.
I have always believed the Mr. Powell is an honorable man, I felt he was used during the run up to the Iraq war much like many other honorable peole, I greatly respected him when he resigned once it was obvious that he had been used. I think if he had chosen to run for President this year he would be the Republican nominee and, too be honest, would have gotten my vote. Now though I hope he supports the next best thing Obama!
Powell = Secretary of Defense
Hillary = Secretary of State
Obama/Biden '08
Powell's integrity has been questionable since his WMD speech before the UN. He placed his allegiance to his career and Bush before his allegiance to the NATION or TRUTH.
An endoresment of B.O. is nothing more than a continuation of POWELL'S OVERT LOSS OF INTEGRITY and LOSS OF DEDICATION TO TRUTH AND THE USA as a NATION of INDIVIDUAL FREEDOM
Nah...he'll just go negative on Palin!
I can't believe the hatred on here towards a Govenor of Alaska.
Where do you people get off?
The Republicans have already started attacking him just because they think he might endorse Obama.
He'll back McCain, experience matters.
Bobby Burns - I don't think T BOONE PICKENS is running for office.
Powell is smart and he will endorse Obama. If you read the article it states that he will endorse AFTER the debates.. and clearly Obama won all 3 of them, and Biden won his as well.
Face it people, Obama WILL be president so stop all the hating.
Does this really surpise anybody? He's black and of course he's going to endorse " THE ONE ".
It will be a hard choice for him. Cross party lines, or helping turn the page on history. He knows Obama is not the right man for the job, and probably, like the rest of us, isn't too keen with the other choice. But the bottom line is voting in this election for the least of the evils, and that's McCain. I just wish he had run and it would have been a no brainer. He is a man of incredible integrity and has the experiance under his belt to carry the load. Maybe in '12 he will decide it's time.
Obviously, Powell disagrees with the Bush administration which is why he chose to resign as secretary of state. McCain might have a different name than George Bush but he has voted with the president over 90 percent of the time which is more than some of his republican constituents. Excuse the sarcasim but I've seen identical twins that have less in common than Bush and McCain.
powell will endorse barack ,because he is not thrilled about the socialist tendencies of bush and mccain.
Fella:
A black man endorsing a black man. Really?I Where did you come up with that?
How about a black women/man voting for a white man. Hmmm...John Kerry, Bill Clinton, and JFK. Oh but that doesn't surprise you at all.
You're a clown!! How about white men/women voting for John McCain. No one questions that...why??? Is that how it is suppose to be.
Give me a break!!
I think Powell respects both presidential candidates but not both vice presidential candidates. McCain's choice of Palin may cost him Powell's endorsement.
I didn't mean Palin was an inexperienced PTA mom, she is an inexperienced candidate for VP and inexperienced to be next in line for President should something happen to McCain, which could surely happen with the number of times he has had skin cancer. Please vote Obama and Biden.
Nicholas....
register your hamster to vote... send it into the elections office like Acorn does...
and if yor hamster GETS to vote... then the election board screwed up.
u guys are so stupid it hurts....... (the country)
A true american patriot would have punched little Billy Ayres (terrorist) in the face once they discovered that he bombed his own country.
Powell certainly would have !!
No Bull….No Biased…..remember that CNN
these are undeniable facts
livia- That's a RIGHT-WING, RADICAL CONSERVATIVE opinion of Obama. Not Powell's.
Another one Bites the Dust for McCain.
Careful Mr Powell if you endorse Senator Obama Sara Palin and the GOP Might think your UNAMERICAN, OR DONT LOVE YOUR COUNTRY! ,or they may make it a racial thing! ,or they may claim you also Mr Powell pall around with terriost, but Mr Powell whomever you choose I will always have respect for you!
I cannot envision that Colin Powell would support the 'antics' of Sarah Palin.
John McCain showed how 'risky' he is for America when he picked Sarah Palin as the nominee for VP on his Ticket.
If Powell endorses Obama, I will have to rethink about voting McCain and may consider Obama.
Yes sir.. I know who I'm voting for now.
Perfect timing General Powell.
Colin Poweel is a true soldier, and so is John McCain. He is a fighter, showing toughness and humility, as a true soldier going through the interogations as a prisoner by the Vietnamese communists during the Vietnam war, and recently by David Letterman. It is the character of true and experienced leadership. But, who pays attention to comedians? Let's concentrate on important issues facing the world leaders, foreign policy, national security, terrorism, communism, Middel East, North Korea, Russia and global energy.
Palin is a Joke
Lets hope Powell makes the smart move.
I have always admired Colin Powell and felt as though Cheney and Bush put him in a position that he found unsavory. Remember when they made him do that weird old time song and dance thing.....I hope he will finally speak up about his support for Obama. The man has a sincere and honest background that it would be nice to see him regain.
I am an Obama supporter (no, I'm not African American). I think Powell is one of the finest leaders America has ever had. His military record and leadership speak for themselves. His political leadership after he left the military was exemplary, even if he was constrained by the administration he was working for. No matter who Powell endorses, I will respect his opinion. And I will vote Obama.
We already made our choice.. That choice is Senator B. H. Obama....
It's not that Senator Obama alone would be bad for American, it's the spector of Obama/Reed/Pelosi unchecked - a far left led Democrat administration, house and senate.
Tax and spend, retreat from hard decisions around the world, pack the supreme court with activist judges - that's what's scarey.
Powell could have prevented the war in Iraq had he stood up to the administration and been straight with the UN and the American people. I know if would have taken incredible courage, but I used to think that was what Powell was made of.
I won't put much faith in an endorsement for McCain, seeing as how Powell has put party first over the good of the nation before.
But an Obama endorsement would say he believes in Obama enough to take the heat of his party, and that would speak volumes.
Either way, Powell owes us the truth this time.
Colin Powell knows that John McCain's bad judgment of picking unqualified Sara Palin for VP and possible President is a danger to the national security of the country.
Of course he's not going to back McCain.
Democrats 08.
Please print this CNN. You are our only hope.
who cares what Colin Bowell thinks???
Dear "MY FRIENDS...",
What are the odds of Powell sticking by his principles and his party and voting for McCain? What are the odds of him supporting the candidate who is by far more qualified to lead us in the war on terror? Slim it seems to me. It saddens me that race matters that much to him. He is going to undo our work in Iraq, have our taxes raised, and forsake his party just so he can have the satisfaction of seeing an African-American in office. Sad.
I hope Obama wins so that when he screws up the country worse then it is, we can actually get some Republicans back in to the Senate and House at mid-terms. This country works best when the Congress is right and the executive is left (economically at least)
If Powell endorses Obama over McCain, it will effectively end McCain's claim that his military experience makes McCain a better choice. It could also be seen as Powell joining Obama solely on racial lines.
If Powell endorses McCain, it won't make much of a difference to some because of economic issues. Powell's reputation has been tarnished by the Bush Administration. McCain has many of the same views on foreign policy that Bush does. It wouldn't be a stretch on that to see an endorsement of McCain unless Powell no longer stands with those policies.
I happen to think that Powell will not make the choice to endorse someone. I think it is more likely that he will make hints that likes Obama on many issues and McCain on others. He will most likely have more good things to say about Obama given what is going on. He served the country well in the military and as Sec. of State. I wish he could have done it under a different administration.
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I liked Mr. Powell eight years ago but he is now damaged goods after going to work for GEORGE W. BUSH. He showed very bad judgement and he actually misled the American people to go to war. So what ever he does, he really does not influence me.
I agree with Samuel, Powell needs to stay neutral.
Powell is a republican but he is also a smart man, or to those of you blind followers, "an elitist".
He could go either way, but I would almost bet he endorses McCain.
This is a story AFTER Colin makes his endorsement, not before.
who cares! It's just one man opinion.it doesn't change a thing . not now it's late
After watching Senator McCain speak at the Charity Ball, I think he should retire from public service and become a comedian with Joe the Plumber. In my opinion, he would make a much better comedian than a President.
I would love to see Powell endorse Obama. He is truly one of our country's best. Sadly, he was undermined my Bush & Cheney in their march to war.
I would have voted for him as president even though I usually vote Democrat.
I hope he considers who would be a heartbeat awy from being commander in chief as he decides who is best for America. Secretary Powell and everyone should consider that the first executive decision a President makes is selecting a Vice-Presideant.
A little late to be endorsing anyone, Mr. Powell. When it mattered most, you stayed silent. Now, with less than 3 weeks to go, you are coming out. I suppose this might go down in the "better late than never" category, but it seems like this should have happened a few months ago.
You don't have to be a fortune teller to know who he will endorse. Who cares at this point.
By not resigning from the Bush administration in protest of the Iraq war, Colin Powell failed us all!
If he endorses Obama, it will be his brightest move in over a decade.
As much as Powel went through in the Bush Administration trying to kill his reputation, the best thing Powel can do for himself is keep America Guessing and move on.
Powell is a great man, yes he was used by Bush and Cheney and Rumsfield, they probably lied to him like they did the american people........I hope he supports Obama , not because he is black but because Obama is more capable of leading this country out of the mess Bush has put this country in........I think he will not only look at McCain but at the VP (Palin) and that right there should scare him......
I hope, for the country's sake, that Mr. Powell remembers how he was made a patsy for the Bush administration. Unfortunately, with Powell being a career military man, I'm afraid he will side with the GOP simply for their history of inflated military spending.
Powell doesn't care what's best for America. Therefore, he will endorse Obama!! yeaaaa for socialism!!
Who's cares........Exactly my point. Thank you
Obama/Biden'08
It depends how "Republican" he is. Hopefully, he will put the good of the country ahead of the party, and vote for Obama.
Powell played the stooge for the Bush administration and he doesn't know who he will support? Apparently his judgement has not improved since his stint at the White House.
Can you picture Colin Powell talking foeign policy with Palin?
I hope he says Obama! As a military man of 10 years I hope McSame and the Cheerleader do not get it but I'm afraid the uneducated people of this country will decide the election. Please vote Obama, I beg you. Our military nor economy can take anymore. Before you bash me..go serve in the military for 10 years and get a degree.
Ok. I believe Colin Powell should endore Sen.Obama for this reason:
McCain is running a vile campaign. The recent terrorist ads by phone and mail are over the top. McCain is not promoting peace. McCain failed to vett Sarah Palin and Joe the Plumber. McCain is just throwing any and everything out there. Why should want a leader like this?
Political suicide or chose the best man, what a choice. But maybe not, Colin Powell was treated poorly by Bush Jr. and the Republican party is a sinking ship....time to make a leap to the rescue boat.
I really hope he doesn't endorse anyone.
Powell WILL endorse Obama for ONE reason!!
Sara Palin!!!!!!!!!!!!
Why would Powell feel it nessary to publically endorse any candidate?
There is nothing wrong with keeping your voting preferences to yourself.
Just say No (comment).
just do it Powell you will not regret it...
Wow,
This is really going to be a decision maker. This man is a true American. If he ran for office I would vote for him. He resigned because he couldn't stomach what the Bush administration was doing in Iraq. Powell is an honorable man. I personally hope he endorses Obama. It would break party lines, but we need him back to help lead this country. I am sure, whomever he endorses, Obama will offer him a cabinet position.
It is time to make the right choice.
It is unrealistic to belief that he will support McCain when he wants to continue with the same policies that have created this mess in our nation.
A vote for McCain rewards the GOP for the last 8 years of a Bush-Cheney administration. Is that what we want for our families?
Let us be united as a nation and vote for
Obama-Biden, the team that will lead America and not spread the mess left by Bush and his followers
I have high regard for Colin Powell. As for the WMD's, this administration forced him into something not true through the lies of the Repubs (Bush/Chaney). Voting for McCain will do more of the same. I trust him will vote for the right man–OBAMA
Don't see where his endorsement would matter either way, but endorsing Obama could restore Powell's credibility that was ruined during his time in the Bush Administration.
Secretary of Defense??
Any difference after this endorsement?!
Should be smart enough to come out and cheer for Obama.
Enough already. Who cares who Colin Powell endorses. As we all know, endorsements don't mean a thing.
Prediction....He'll pick Obama. The greatest good for the greatest number. He'll use common sense!!!
what he says and what he does in the voting booth could be two different things...lest not us forget he is a republican!
No reasonably intelligent person can believe or support the idiotic comments Sarah Palin keeps repeating again and again and again.... someone please tell this woman that its been confirmed that "Joe the Plumber" had openly admitted that he WILL benefit from Obama's tax plan.
If after all this Colin Powell can still endorse McCain-Plain... all I have to say then is "birds of a feather flock together"!!
Colin Powell has been playing Hamlet for so long, does anybody care what he thinks anymore? Eight years ago, he hemmed and hawed about running for president, then he hemmed and hawed about whether he should tell the truth about Iraq.
Ten years ago, Powell impressed me. But now? Not so much.
What is the definition of "opportunist"?
I think President Bush should endorse Obama just for laughs!!!!
Powell should endorse himself.
Better than McCain (but that's not saying much)
More experienced than Obama.
Is it not too late for a Powell/Biden ticket?
Go Powell 2012/2016!!
I suppose he will endorse Obama. He can't forget how Bush have taken him for a ride and made a joke of him in the front of the world when he presented the fabricated evidence regarding Sadam's WMD. He was left high and dry to defend himself. I suppose he had learnt his lesson of backing a republician. You can't follow him twice!!
I think that the fact that Powell has taken the time to see how the campaigns are going says a lot about his decision. Hopefully he has seen that McCain picking Palin as his running mate says a lot about his present judgement and future judgement as well.
If Powell is so compelled to share his choice I only hope he waits until AFTER the election so the blather is not an issue on either side.
Powell is an man that will put country before his friendship that is why he will endorse Obama/Biden. He knows that the vp that McCain has selected is not qualified to set into the oval office
His decision will meant a lot to the candidate who receives it because General Powell has credibility.
Palin might call you a terrorist for voting for OBAMA
I can hear the Repubs typing up their responses now:
If Gen Powell endorses McCain, the Repubs will gush all over him and say he's wonderful.
If he endorses Obama, they will say he's endorsing him because he's black and he's a has-been anyway.
John McCain doesn't put his country first. Had he done that, I think he would have selected a more qualified vp. He has proven to be an oppotunist.
Ooo... that takes a lot of political courage: offer an endorsement less than three weeks before the election...
Obama's campaign is smart. If they have his endorsement, they'll use it to maximum effect.
Lets get to the bridge before crossing.
I dont care who he endoreses. I wil not vote for Mccain/palin she is not the person we should have as a vice pres, and mccain has proven that he can not make smart choices when he picked her.
How can McCain say he's no President Bush...he let the same puppeteers who control W to pick his running mate.
How's that for a change?
sigh....
i KNEW i would see the "he's black, so he's voting for the black guy"..
SURELY as a black man in the military powel has had the opportunity to vote for black candidates before.. JUST NEVER IN HIS OWN PARTY....
keys... please... jc watts... (not in his district).....
it belittles a great man to reduce his intelligence down the the level of melanin in his skin.
A vp candidate who verbally states that she has nothing to lose proves that she does not care about this country.
I am confident Colin will put the domestic and international needs of our country ahead of his friendship and military bond with McCain and do the right thing and endorse Obama. He also knows that Palin is ill equipped to lead our country and interact with world leaders if something should happen to McCain. Who knows, Powell could be appointed Secretary of Defense?
Obama/Biden '08
This is the nail in the coffin for McCain-Palin if Sec. Powell endores Obama.....Whoa!!! This will be huge for Obama-Biden.
Nicolas127
TO answer your ???
YES, Barack HUSSEIN Obama would be one of the BEST Presidents of the United States of AMERICA.
Powell just testified FOR Alaska Sen. Ted Stevens. I think that effectively makes his endorsement of either candidate worthless.