October 22, 2008
Posted: 10:45 AM ET

From
CNN

Watch Obama on Ellen.

MIAMI, Florida (CNN) – Barack Obama lauded his wife Michelle at his evening event for being a better speaker than he is. Apparently she is also a better dancer.

The Democratic presidential nominee taped an appearance for the "Ellen DeGeneres Show" after his rally on a makeshift set behind the press filing tent. DeGeneres told Obama that when Michelle appeared on her show "she was talking some smack" about his dance "moves."

Standing in front of a few rows of supporters, Obama danced to James Brown's "Get Up Offa That Thing" much to the delight of the talk show host.

"Let me tell you that Michelle may be a better dancer. But I'm convinced I'm a better dancer than John McCain," Obama said.

Watch: Obama says he's a better dancer than McCain

Obama told DeGeneres that his daughters were opting for scary Halloween costumes this year. He said Sasha, the younger daughter, is planning to be a "corpse bride" and Malia will be an "evil fairy."

"I've got to admit they both look too cute. They're not scary enough for my taste," he said.

The segment will air on Wednesday.

Filed under: Barack Obama


Winnie Hussein.... in Montana   October 22nd, 2008 9:45 am ET

here is a story about Sen. Obama and his wife on salon.com. It is about what he does during his off time. The story tells about a night when one of his young daughters had a soccer game and Sen. Obama showed up, much to her delight. It is a beautiful short story about a wonderful American family doing what most American families do. The contrast between the life of Sen. Obama and his family and the family of Sen. McCain couldn't be different. One wife, one house, one car, an average American family that just happens to have two incredibly talented, well-educated and intelligent parents.

My mother last night, a lifelong Republican, asked me who I'd rather see as first lady. I replied Michelle. My mother wholeheartedly agreed. She said that Cindy McCain has nothing in common with her and her friends. She went on to say how charming and wonderful Michelle is as a mother, wife and potential first lady.

C-Dawg   October 22nd, 2008 9:45 am ET

Oooooh! He can dance better than McCain? That did it, he's got my vote!

How would America look if it had a head of state that couldn't cut a rug?

Ed Olanrewaju - Virginia   October 22nd, 2008 9:45 am ET

Scott from Tuscon.

That is old news, Obama himself provided that information without anyone asking, in his book. Beside, what has that got to do with his leadership qualities or solving the problem that confronts America.
We have all made mistakes. Even our current president was a self confessed acoholic and a drug abuser. We forgave him and voted him in as our president.
Scott, please get over yourself.

lucinOH   October 22nd, 2008 9:45 am ET

The reason why all of you who are republicans think that Obama has not been vetted is because you did not watch any of the reports during the democratic primaries. Things you are brining up now have already been explained or have been proven false. It's not your fault since you didn't follow the coverage but feel free to keep banging on the same drum. Also, if you don't know anything about what he stands for and his plans for the various issues, then you haven't been listening during this campaign either. And one more thought. How about telling us what McCain can do for this country instead of telling all of us with our head in the sand what is bad about Obama. I'd like to hear what you have to say.

EEK   October 22nd, 2008 9:45 am ET

His wife should go as a brown spider…She's scary.

Lou in Iowa   October 22nd, 2008 9:45 am ET

I had the pleasure of watching the whole Obama family interact at a picnic in July '07. Ever since then I've hoped against hope that one day they'd be moving into the White House. They all give off a positive, loving vibe that is exactly what this country needs right now.

faye   October 22nd, 2008 9:45 am ET

The awesome part about this is that I know where they got those costumes, as my daughter (7) has the same costume. We are not rich people and its great to see that they are ordinary people who shop and do things the same way ordinary families do. Dont believe the hype that the Republicans are trying to blow out there. The Obamas will be a great First Family and I would be proud to have them represent my family, a "real" American family.

Jan, Knoxville, TN   October 22nd, 2008 9:45 am ET

What a delight it will be to have a young family in the White House with a good sense of humor, kindness, and a positive outlook. I can't wait!

OBAMA/BIDEN 08

JIM IN INDIANA   October 22nd, 2008 9:45 am ET

WHY DOES OBAMA'S DRUG USE KEEP COMIONG UP FROM THE WHIINING REPUBLICANS??

I USED DRUGS IN COLLEGE..WHO DIDN'T?? AND YOU KNOW WHAT…WHO THE HECK CARES. IT DOESNT MEAN I CANT DO MY JOB.

I AM A TEACHER/COACH!!!

STOP YOUR CRYING…I BET MCSAME AND FAILIN DID SOME DRUGS BACK IN THE DAY .
DO YOU THINK JOHHNY DIDNT SMOKE A JOINT OR TWO IN 'NAM?
DO YOU THINK THAT PRINCESS BARBIE AND KEN DIDNT DO THAT IN COLLEGE?????

WHO CARES..GET OVER IT

Mary   October 22nd, 2008 9:45 am ET

This is news because?????? We are facing all kinds of troubles and you report this crap?

independent in CA   October 22nd, 2008 9:45 am ET

We need a president who is in touch with the people. He is physically fit for the tough job he has ahead of him as president.

What a difference in campaigns…

McCain tells a joke about Morris Udall (who? a loser) and compares his campaign to Morris' campaign (not a good idea).

Obama rocks!

Marie Canada   October 22nd, 2008 9:44 am ET

CNN why aren't you doing a story on the latest flap where Palin didn't have a clue to what the VP's duties are? Every other news organization except CNN and FOX are carrying the story with video.

Dannette   October 22nd, 2008 9:43 am ET

Gotta love the Obama's!!! Go Obama and Bidden!!

barbara   October 22nd, 2008 9:43 am ET

Just the thought of having such a wonderful young couple and their two beautiful daughters in the White House brings a smile to my face. We have to make this happen.

Jen, California   October 22nd, 2008 9:43 am ET

Looking forward to Ellen having a few of Obama's buddies on shortly, all of whom wrote new books:

-“How to Buy a House with No Money, No Job, No Credit” – by Barney Frank
-“How to Pick a Mortgage Lender When You’re in the Senate” – by Chris Dodd
-“Fairy Tales Are Never Out of Style” – by Nancy Pelosi and Harry Reid
-“Explosives Made Easy” – by Bill Ayers
-“How to Grow Your Own ACORN and Win” – by David Axelrod
- Bonus buy: “How to Buy a President” – by David Axelrod

foreigner   October 22nd, 2008 9:43 am ET

Why is this a POLITICAL TICKER????

Bob Indianapolis IN   October 22nd, 2008 9:43 am ET

There is going to be some serious rocking out at this year's Inaugural Balls!

BJGT   October 22nd, 2008 9:43 am ET

I am so happy Obama will be our next president!

T California   October 22nd, 2008 9:43 am ET

Its amazing that CNN covers all "positive / feel good" stories surrounding the liberals while choosing to focus on only negativity surrounding the rest of us.

Related to Palin and the constant negativity surrounding her, why doesn't the media look for dirt on Michelle Obama?

Oh wait, that would be considered racism.

But it's ok to do it to Pailn and C. McCain.

Makes sense……

Maladjusted1   October 22nd, 2008 9:42 am ET

If his dancing is news, why doesn't someone bring up the fact that he is a closet smoker?

How would that influence his decisions regarding "Big Tobacco?"

Denise P Quinton   October 22nd, 2008 9:42 am ET

Michelle Obama talks smack alright, she is a conceited, boisterous typical chip on her shoulder advocat.
Know will will I ever suport her as First Lady, what are most Americans even thinking, can't they see through her pretentiousness.
She disgusts me and everything our beloved country stands for!

Oakbrook, IL   October 22nd, 2008 9:42 am ET

It is so nice to know that Palin spent over a quarter of million (150,000) of the campaign's money on clothes.

This is who you are supporting, Repulican supporters!

Marty, FL   October 22nd, 2008 9:42 am ET

I cannot wait to vote for Obama in early voting this week. He is a genuine, family man with great policies for America.

BTW, the Sean Hannity dittoheads (i.e. hypocrites) are hilarious on these boards. Did they hold Bush's previous cocaine use to the same standard in the past two elections? Yeah, right.

The important thing is to learn honestly from past mistakes in order to inspire others to avoid it.

Obama/Biden '08

jackmack   October 22nd, 2008 9:42 am ET

Obama rules!

Ann   October 22nd, 2008 9:42 am ET

He is such a lovely dignified man !

lucy   October 22nd, 2008 9:42 am ET

I hope Obama wins the election. He can dance on the world stage and bring peace, freedom, and prosperity to the globe benefiting the United States.

matt   October 22nd, 2008 9:42 am ET

This is tabloid crap.

Mike in Columbus   October 22nd, 2008 9:41 am ET

"No friends of terrorists in my White House"
"No abortion extremists in my White House"…

Wow! Now that is the comment from someone who has obviously never cared enough about our country to actually go do some research on their own… that is a sad statement about them, and our country. Fox News and McCain comercials are not a good source of information.

This is why I believe so strongly in better education standards in America. I want that posters children to be smarter than they are.

CNN pro mcain   October 22nd, 2008 9:41 am ET

CNN,

—-why don't u report about palin's claim on VP??

Palin Claims Vice President "In CHarge of U.S. Senate".

Shame on CNN.

Bryan   October 22nd, 2008 9:41 am ET

Of course Obama can dance better than McCain. Obama didn't spend 5 years being tortured in a POW camp in Vietnam!

mitch   October 22nd, 2008 9:41 am ET

GET OVER IT ,DUSTY! we been livin under ur boots for 8 years, and we tired of it.

Florence, SC   October 22nd, 2008 9:40 am ET

Obama is dancing all the way to the White House..McCain is a great dance also- great at dancing around real world issues !

Lauren   October 22nd, 2008 9:40 am ET

And by the way…I'm very prObama. And I don't drink kool aid.

mitch   October 22nd, 2008 9:40 am ET

im so proud to have voted for barack. GO! REDNECK'S FOR OBAMA MEMBERS! WOOOHOOO! WE VOTE FOR THE BEST PRESIDENT! NOT THE ONE WHO 'LOOKS' MORE LIKE US!! WOOOHOOO!

To Scott   October 22nd, 2008 9:39 am ET

Barack wrote about his drug use in a book before he ran for President. Did Cindy write about her drug use? If so, let me know the title of the book so that I can pick it up. I like to learn a little about people before they move into the White House. Thanks.

Noah   October 22nd, 2008 9:39 am ET

This is absolutely pathetic and insulting. The media prefers to focus on the Obama family's dancing abilities while at the same time publishing the most ridiculous stories about Sarah Palin in an attempt to paint her as evil. This story goes to the heart of the media's obsession with Obama and gettign him elected by any means necessary. Maybe the luny Liberals, who are so consumed with racism, should question if this story is racist as it depicts Obama and his wife, both African Americans, as good dancers. Isn't that a racially tinged comment to make? The media has lost any shred of credibility it had left

bon   October 22nd, 2008 9:39 am ET

This is called the dumbing down of America!

Commonwealth of Virginia   October 22nd, 2008 9:39 am ET

I love that Sen. Obama and his wife can bring happiness to people while we're in this economic crisis. Dance on!

OBAMA/BIDEN 08

Pat, Westminster, Maryland   October 22nd, 2008 9:39 am ET

Saying that Obama is a terrorist or an abortion extremist is really way out there. If you don't like him, you don't like him. But if you are so "frustrated and bitter" that you cling to these blatant falsehoods about Obama, then there is no reason to expect you to be a reasoned thinker.

Of course you could do research, you could investigate t.v. shows and web sites OTHER than just FOX and other conservative blogs, thus enabling yourself to develop a well rounded view.

Or you could continue to do what you're doing, believing the dirt and the smear and the lies of Pied McPiper and Palin.

Dan   October 22nd, 2008 9:39 am ET

And I guarantee Romney would have taken him to the mat – politically, that is. I could care less about dance moves.

would ya look at that?   October 22nd, 2008 9:39 am ET

how is this news?

and how did all the liberals manage to turn this into a "bash mccain" party again?

for gods sake guys grow up.

McCains old as hell.. of course obama is a better dancer than him. McCain wouldn't know what to do anymore…

Palin Power   October 22nd, 2008 9:39 am ET

"They're not scary enough for my taste."

Obama does have really scary taste! Barack Hussein Obama IS scary! Rev. Wright, Bill Ayers . . . now THAT's some scary taste!

bunny   October 22nd, 2008 9:38 am ET

I don't care if the leader of my beloved country is a good dancer. My concern is that he preserve the ideals that have made this country the greatest nation on earth. Does he have courage to fight for what he believes in? Will he stand and see a crisis through, or will he vote "Present" and say that the question is "above my pay grade"?

November 5   October 22nd, 2008 9:38 am ET

I'm done with the fear that the GOP hucksters have to offer.
I'm tired of the hate.

Let's get back to freedom.

Lauren   October 22nd, 2008 9:38 am ET

Latina…
No friends of terrorists? How about a friend of a group that wants the state it runs to be it's own country separate from the US.
No abortion extremists? How about someone who wants to take away abortion rights in all cases including incest and rape?

Obama is neither a "friend of terrorists" or an "abortion extremist". Do your homework.

Obama/Biden 08

Penny   October 22nd, 2008 9:38 am ET

Mike;
Powell spoke on behalf of the Iran war based on the lies of Bush!! The fact that he has talked openly about it and regrets listening to one of the biggest failures in politics says a great deal about his character. Colin Powel is a military leader, which the war mongering Republicans have mistakenly interpreted to mean that he likes to kill. He does not. He agrees that diplomacy and sanctions are the better way to handle international issues.

Bonnie in Colorado   October 22nd, 2008 9:38 am ET

So Obama is a better dancer than McCain. That is an insult to McCain who is limited by his handicaps as a result of being a POW. Let's ask Obama if his basketball stunts are helping hide his smoking addiction? ALSO, Bill Clinton took Hillary and Chelsea all over the world as president at tax payer expense. I can just guess how much that cost us and no one blinked and now the DEMS and the media are making a big deal out of airfare for Palin's kids and campaign clothes. I bet Obama and Bidens suits cost several thousand each!!!! Obama is a big spender and wasting dollars that came from who knows where? I bet we find out just how he got all that money down the road.

To Scott   October 22nd, 2008 9:38 am ET

Barack wrote about his cocaine use in his book, before he even ran for President. Did Cindy write about her drug use? If so, let me know the title of the book so that I can pick it up. Thanks.

Andy J, NY   October 22nd, 2008 9:38 am ET

Seriously?!?!

More media fawning over Obama.

The media is disgusting.

Dan   October 22nd, 2008 9:37 am ET

Wow, is this Dancing With the Stars or a presidential election? I'd hate to think we're choosing the leader of the free world based on dance moves or even personality. I'm not a huge McCain fan, but come people, stop drinking the koolaid. You all are a bunch of Obama drones.

Stephen   October 22nd, 2008 9:37 am ET

Someone asks if this is political news,and the answer is YES. It is hard to understand how the GOP has crushed the spirit of this nation. You just have to be old enough to remember that the "Reagan Revolution" launched an alliance between serious conservatives and the moralizing, sexually repressed religious right. Then over the next 20 years, the religionists (as they are wont to do) took more and more control, and finally elected their very own GW Bush. What will happen on November 4th is not just a change in the White House. It will be a generational sea change as millions of Americans cry ENOUGH ! We want our country back. And Hannity, Coulter, Limbough and Cheny will be looking for work. I do not hate these death-loving, apocalyptic nut-jobs. I just want them back in the margins of society where they belong. I want a president who can dance. GOBAMA

paksa   October 22nd, 2008 9:37 am ET

Obama certainly is the best dancer – he has danced around any truths or questions regarding his past, his mentoring circle and experience record. His resume' falls very short of presidential material. When one looks at past successful and brilliant leaders, the ability to have sleek moves, dance well, and 'talk the talk' are certainly not characteristics that made the difference in true leadership. How sad that this 'great reporting' took up so much space on this web-site. How regrettable for our country that these criteria are so important to some people!!

FED UP!   October 22nd, 2008 9:37 am ET

Good for him! Glad to see that he's a human with a lively spirit – and not just a politician engrossed in winning for his own sake.

That says a lot about Obama's character and humility!!

OBAMA ALL THE WAY!!!

CJ   October 22nd, 2008 9:37 am ET

Talk Smack? First Bump? God help where this country is headed. Unbelievable that the future of America is going to be in this man's hands. Doesn't have one firm policy to stand on but he can dance? I guarantee that in a few months of his first term, we'll all be asking what happened to the "change we can believe in".

Anyone but Obama in 2012, if we make it that far!

Still for Hill, but voting McCain   October 22nd, 2008 9:37 am ET

Mortgage Bankers President today has announced we are in a recession. Unemployment is up, while manuafacturing and housing sales are down.

Obama's plan to raise taxes at this time is CRAZY.

You Obama supporters are more concerned with making history than the welfare of this country.

If Obama is elected, at least I can say 'I told you so'.

McCain/Palin 08

Don   October 22nd, 2008 9:36 am ET

I would agree 100 percent just watch him dance around a question.

MG   October 22nd, 2008 9:36 am ET

The Obama's are so, well, regular. They truly are middle america. I can't wait to see the show.

kingpin   October 22nd, 2008 9:36 am ET

Dusty? Your name explains why you are so angry & dusty. LOL

nate   October 22nd, 2008 9:36 am ET

HOPE not HATE. Its our time. Obama/Biden 08.

Guesttt   October 22nd, 2008 9:36 am ET

I just wish people would stop bad mouthing the candidates and just shut up! You vote for whoever you want to vote for. Just let it go. Look at the issues, think abouttt who's better to run this country and just vote. Quit bad mouthing the candidates!! Doing so makes each candidate look bad and doesnt make them qualified to be our president.

Paula   October 22nd, 2008 9:35 am ET

To "Southerner":

You are gettig bogus info-check it out at snopes.com.
For me, the scary idea is McCain and/or Palin close to the red button. She has already mentioned that we "may" have to go to war with Russia in an interview. Think we are having a difficult economy now? Try having 3 wars going.
Vote Obama!

Rhiannon   October 22nd, 2008 9:35 am ET

That's awesome. People take everything to seriously, and that makes people miss out on a lot in life. I like that Obama doesn't take himself too seriously. It makes him human.

Kool aid Drinkers?   October 22nd, 2008 9:35 am ET

What is this idea about Kool aid drinkers? What is that supposed to mean exactly? Man these McCain supports just keep getting better and better with these one liners it's hilarious.

Markus   October 22nd, 2008 9:34 am ET

Southerner-

You should try reading something other than Fox News or listening to Rush Limbaugh. There's nothing "scary" about Obama. The extreme right are just using fear-mongering and scare tactics to make people vote for them. It was the same with the last several elections. How many times did Bush, McCain, Rudy, or Dick remind us of terrorism and 9/11. True, these threats are real. But we are the United States of America, we should not fear these people. Our leaders should inspire us, not frighten us.

surprised???   October 22nd, 2008 9:34 am ET

why do people keep saying Mc c is a true hero and war whatever…he flew his mission got shot down and wham…became a prisoner of war….that's it pow….why so much?….what about the others who were there? I would call them the REAL HEROES…..as for family values…..extremely questionable judgement or plain cheater.
Leader? no way, hero? no way

Lavita Turner   October 22nd, 2008 9:34 am ET

To Dusty:

I am sure you had a good time when Palin appeared on SNL. Why be so negative all the time? Stop hating.

jamison   October 22nd, 2008 9:33 am ET

This is a headline, what about Bidens smack the other night!!

cris   October 22nd, 2008 9:33 am ET

Adam Jama says: "Hahaaa. Mcain you can't move your arms above your head forget about dancing. " of course he can't move his arms because of the injuries he suffered when he was a POW… Besides who cares about dancing? if Obama wants to show his moves he should go to dancing with the stars!!!

american gal   October 22nd, 2008 9:33 am ET

I will be out of town on business on election day so I voted yesterday. Straight ticket Democrat. Never done that before. I have a small business and I dream of grossing $250,000 a year. If I made more than that I would be glad to pay my fair share of taxes and health insurance to my employess. The Republicans are so out of touch with issues and nasty polictices with the Moslem and Obama is a terriorists was a decding factor. Then all the middle school antics of I'm a maverick, joe sixpack and joe the plumber, soccer mom sterotypes really prooved to me this party has no clue and if that is all they can come up with I will be on a sinking ship if I vote for them. Last but final thing was Sarah Palin. When I saw her on Newsweek with a rifle my blood ran cold. I thought if McCain chose someone like her -war hero knows nothing about the values of most Americans. Even Cheney would not have posed like that as creepy as he is.

The World for Obama   October 22nd, 2008 9:32 am ET

President Barack Obama

Dan from Philly   October 22nd, 2008 9:32 am ET

ATTENTION:

The 'Kool-Aid drinking' analogy is way old and lame.

Try getting a new thought in your head. You might like it!

Blue By You   October 22nd, 2008 9:32 am ET

Barack – just like you and me.

McCain – just a wanna be.

N.S of Huntsville, Al   October 22nd, 2008 9:32 am ET

Thats cute laughter is good for the soul!

Brenda Morrisey   October 22nd, 2008 9:32 am ET

This is grotesque jounalism. On this page (if you want to call it an article) you have a cute little story about Michelle and Barack Obama dancing on Ellen, then on another you are lambasting Sarah Palin for taking her daughters with her to events. CNN is so one sided it's disgusting! Shameful, just shameful…

Female voter   October 22nd, 2008 9:32 am ET

Are the people gonna hear more about the GOP stealing the election like we heard about ACORN? This is serious and the people need to make the MSM like (CNN and MSNBC) be more responsible and inform the public about these types of issues instead of nonsense.

There is a repeat of the 2000 and 2004 voter suppression and purging of registrations going on in this election. If the MSM don't report and put and end to the madness Obama is going to lose.

Have your say people and make the MSM report about it. Kieth and Rachel, of MSNBC, has already started the crusade.

Anonymous   October 22nd, 2008 9:32 am ET

john mc cain isn't a champion

Robert The Man   October 22nd, 2008 9:31 am ET

Hmm, I hope the Russians get to watch that one too. Then they will for sure know how weak our country will become with him president. Maybe Chavez will get a kick out of it too, and Osama, I wonder will he will make of it. Good job Democrats on setting up our country for failure, just remember IF he gets elected, this will all be on your hands.

REDNECKS LOVE OBAMA   October 22nd, 2008 9:31 am ET

Let's see McCain do the jitter bug…… never mind, he is too ERRATIC and UNSTABLE… he might start break dancing. I am very happy I VOTED for Obama!!!!!!

Laverne   October 22nd, 2008 9:31 am ET

The Obama's will make a great first family!

Ryan   October 22nd, 2008 9:30 am ET

How is this news. Please CNN report on something that has to do w/ his opinion on "spreading the wealth"…

cool onlooker   October 22nd, 2008 9:30 am ET

Very cute move!

Loveable couple

Mickie in PA   October 22nd, 2008 9:30 am ET

As Sen. Obama said during one of the debates, we get the government we deserve, and I sure pray people who are independent and even those republicans who are not extreme neocons, will vote for Sen. Obama. Sen. Obama's past has been hashed out ad nauseum by the media and the neocons, but the republican media won't touch McCain's sordid past. Yes, he served his Country and my husband was in Viet Nam, but he certainly isn't qualified to be President any more than McCain is. And Palin isn't qualified to be out by herself. McCain can parade his poor mother around all he wants to convince us of his longevity, but his mother wasn't tortured for 5 years as a POW. As a spouse of a Viet Nam vet, they all needed treatment for PTSD and I believe McCain still needs it.

ines   October 22nd, 2008 9:29 am ET

The Obamas are the most 'real' and down to earth family that will ever have occupied the White House.

nalini   October 22nd, 2008 9:29 am ET

OBAMA IS SO AMERICAN, I CANT BELIEVE MACAIN AND HIS FOES ARE CALLING HIM TERRORISTS, UN-AMERICAN ETC,

I THINK MACAIN/ PALIN IS

independent voting   October 22nd, 2008 9:29 am ET

I voted for Obama 26 times. Thanks ACORN.

NC- for that one!   October 22nd, 2008 9:28 am ET

When you've got faith. Nothing can stand in your way! My prayers are with you and your family.

CNN post this!

Billy   October 22nd, 2008 9:28 am ET

13 more days until we can put McCain and Palin behind us for good.

Kathy   October 22nd, 2008 9:27 am ET

Seriously, what are the Repubs so afraid of? Are you all robots, who believe everything that you hear? Don't you have minds of your own? Wouldn't it great if the world started respecting us again? So, so very sad, that you are all so angry and hateful.

OBAMA '08.

Latina for Obama (nj)   October 22nd, 2008 9:27 am ET

To Chris…YES WE ARE

I VOTED FOR THAT ONE

GINA, OHIO   October 22nd, 2008 9:26 am ET

just keep dancing your way to the white house obama!!!!!!!!!!!!

Kevin Evans   October 22nd, 2008 9:26 am ET

I guess Biden's comments about an international incident awaiting President Obama is not as important as whether Barack can dance. Barney Frank says our national economic mess is more psychological than fundamental, but rather than discuss this view with Obama, better to see if has rhythm. Excellent news coverage, CNN.

Latina for Obama (nj)   October 22nd, 2008 9:25 am ET

He is so cute.

Adam   October 22nd, 2008 9:25 am ET

If Mccain and Palin have the experience then I don't understand why can't they run a honorable and decent campain and talk straight to us about the issues. The truth is with all their experience and years of service and they still cannot manage a presidential campain is very scarey, right Latina for John Mccain and your White house.

Kool Aid Drinker   October 22nd, 2008 9:25 am ET

Attention, haters:

:P resident Barack Hussein Obama"

Get used to it

Praetorian, Fort Myers   October 22nd, 2008 9:24 am ET

After two old codgers and a philanderer in the White HOuse–it will be a breath of fresh air to have a human being there.

Jack Jodell, Minneapolis, MN   October 22nd, 2008 9:24 am ET

Who cares? This isn't news. What will he do to keep Medicare and Social Security solvent? Now THAT'S news!

chris & tom bay shore ny   October 22nd, 2008 9:23 am ET

God Bless America, and we are ALL americans. shame on this republiklan party spewing this hate and division. shame on john mcpain most of all. do you see what happens when the crowds boo mcsame at an obama rally?? HE STOPS THEM and says no just vote. no hate, no anger, thats why the people are swarming to obama/biden. we have had enough and this is OUR country, not only their's. you see the people are already voting with their hard earned dollars for obama. you see the numbers that are coming out to see and hear him. i think this is going to be a tidalwave this election for the Democrats and the hate machine in the rethug party is in full swing. OBAMA/BIDEN 08-12 GO VOTE!! VOTE.VOTE VOTE VOTE!!

Barbara - 65 yr old white female in NC   October 22nd, 2008 9:22 am ET

AC 360 last night had a good spot – the RNC (taxpayer funded) spent $150,000 on clothes, accessories, makeup for the Palin family. Our kids are cold and hungry and get nothing.

I'm confused – is that socialism for a Governor's benefit. For the wealthy?

Bill,ca   October 22nd, 2008 9:22 am ET

Better a socialist then a marxist like Bush and McCain, as they are trying to sell out america to china.

Obama / Biden 08

joyce   October 22nd, 2008 9:21 am ET

who cares about his dance
i do
he has humor and talents,
helps with the hard choices

Baze   October 22nd, 2008 9:21 am ET

Can we vote already?

ONE NATION

Jerry   October 22nd, 2008 9:21 am ET

See how Barak throws trash in John McCains face and laughs! How belittling the whole Barak campaign is against John McCain. It is sad and telling. Obama has been the smear leader even though he would like you to think otherwise. And John Kerry's remarks were lower than low.

Leah J   October 22nd, 2008 9:21 am ET

Lately CNN seems to be giving Palin and McCain WAY WAY too much airtime about what they are saying in their speeches! They already get it 24/7 on FOX. You show Palin's ridiculous speech about women but you talk about Obama dancing on Ellen? Please. Why aren't you covering Biden's speech more. I am SICK of Palin, stop giving her so much airtime. If you think it helps your ratings, you are gone, I have stopped watching some of your shows.

Obama is a tool for JESUS Orlando, FL   October 22nd, 2008 9:20 am ET

And why again are we listening to the Un-American Palin and McBush…People, wake up!! The words they are staying are not even touching our base. Those Devils are Liars….GOD has all of it under control. I BELIEVE THE REPORT OF THE LORD. JOIN ME AND VOTE TODAY!!

Ted:Canada   October 22nd, 2008 9:20 am ET

Nice story – but the REAL story is

Obama going to see his ill grandmother.

CNN – a single picture will tell a thousand words

This is a man of FAMILY
This is man of who truly understands

pat C.   October 22nd, 2008 9:19 am ET

i love obama's energy! he is going to make a wonderful president that will lift the nation and make all of us feel young again. he inspires hope and dignity to the world.
mccain has saddened the world with all his negativity and doom.
i can't wait to see obama and his family in the white house. this will be such a fun family and one that all of us can relate to. barack obama is a leader and a chosen one and i am so proud of him!

Texas Trail Dog!   October 22nd, 2008 9:19 am ET

NO he was just covering up his all arms and legs movements.

Adam   October 22nd, 2008 9:19 am ET

Latina for john McCain since when it's your White House?????

Ohio for OBAMA   October 22nd, 2008 9:19 am ET

John McCain is a WARmonger, Cheater
John picked Sarah Palin a cover for their ongoing love affair

PUMA IS DEAD   October 22nd, 2008 9:19 am ET

Dusty October 22nd, 2008 3:04 am ET

The fact that this is presented as some sort of political news makes me sad for the future of our country

—Awwww booooo hooooo… NO FUN!! HOW DARE WE HAVE FUN!! How is an article about a man running for president Non-political? Everything these two do is political lol

Greg in Mpls   October 22nd, 2008 9:19 am ET

To anyone who is complaining that this is even on a news blog…it's called a "fluff" piece folks. They happen all the time. It's a part of the news, so grow up and deal with it.

Doesn't help anyone, doesn't hurt anyone, just is kinda funny.

R-E-L-A-X!

Leo   October 22nd, 2008 9:19 am ET

GO OBAMA GO, all the way to the White House!

Tim in NC   October 22nd, 2008 9:18 am ET

This makes me want to vote for Obama. Nice work

Adam   October 22nd, 2008 9:18 am ET

Hey Latina for John McCain, Get a life or read a book first maybe you need some education first.

Rob   October 22nd, 2008 9:18 am ET

Yeah, keep dancing Barry. Back to the south side of Chicago, where you helped you buddy Tony Reszcko build slums for the people you were supposed to help. Or maybe you can go clubbin' with your pal Bill Ayers? Or better yet, how about a jazz club with your minister, Rev. Wright. Maybe he could leave his mansion (which is surrounded by the white people he villifies)? Keep dancing and stay out of the White House. Your track record of ineptitude and you friends are just some of the reasons the last thing you should be is the 'leader of the free world'.

President Obama = Disaster for America…Don't believe me, just ask his running mate.

will   October 22nd, 2008 9:16 am ET

How is this news? Are you kidding me? A sign of things to come, puff pieces on how wonderful Obama is for four years while the country goes into recession. Scary.

Eric   October 22nd, 2008 9:16 am ET

Why is Obama's recent comment that he is definitely a better dancer than McCain not racist since this plays into the stereotype that black people are inherently better dancers than white people…but when Joe the Plumber comments that Obama's tap dance is almost as good as Sammy Davis Jr's, everyone jumps on this as being a racist remark? I'm sure that I'll be branded racist for bringing this fact to light.

Ken in Dallas   October 22nd, 2008 9:16 am ET

McCain's a stiff, and I mean that in regard to his dancing ability.

Robert in raleigh   October 22nd, 2008 9:14 am ET

Good show.it seems that almost everything he does shows him to be very HUMAN…….

Phil, Ashburn, VA   October 22nd, 2008 9:14 am ET

McCain dance???? please spare us. Bad enough to see him and caribou barbie around.

carolflowery   October 22nd, 2008 9:13 am ET

Once again, Mr. Obama mocks JOhn McCain, knowing full well, of his
physical limitations from his days as a pow, this man knows no shame, he should be thanking God for his fine healthy self, but no, it's far more fun to make fun of someone who does have some physical limitations, he's quite a piece of work that Obama.

Coco 5   October 22nd, 2008 9:12 am ET

I absolutely love this man!!! How could you not??? I sooo want him the be my President. You totally have my vote Barack. God be with you and your family

Candy West Virginia   October 22nd, 2008 9:11 am ET

People google PNAC and john mccain and make sure you're sitting down, the information is chilling. Afterwards spread the word.

Hank   October 22nd, 2008 9:11 am ET

we'll all be borrowing cindy's prescription drugs if johnny boy gets in office

d   October 22nd, 2008 9:11 am ET

A little rhyme and style is just what the country needs.

Arthur Murray   October 22nd, 2008 9:11 am ET

The only dance John McCain knows it the old Potomac Two-Step … where you keep going around in a circle.

I can see Russia   October 22nd, 2008 9:10 am ET

Colin Powells resume;

Four Star General
Secretary of State
National Security Advisor
Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff

He's voting for Obama, shouldn't you?

Samantha in Riverdale Ga   October 22nd, 2008 7:17 am ET

If U look up the definition of socialism U will C Wallstreet. Can U say "Bailout= Walfare"…and some needs 2 stick a fork N John McDummy. He is Done! Obama/Biden I love those 2 and they love Us!

Jab in miss   October 22nd, 2008 6:32 am ET

Go obama cant wait til nov 4.just had to say palin is a airhead

francis   October 22nd, 2008 5:29 am ET

JCM dansing? OMG that will be very terible.if he did he will be dubbed the worst dancer in the world not US.
Barak Obama is killing Mccain in everything, the polls,the debates, dancing,temperament,even the kids polling online at nickolodeon gave Obama 2 points above mccain and that is considered as adraw, plus other defeats of mccain by Obama.

Dusty   October 22nd, 2008 3:04 am ET

The fact that this is presented as some sort of political news makes me sad for the future of our country

John S   October 22nd, 2008 2:31 am ET

Tina October 22nd, 2008 1:15 am ET

You can bet your last dollar (literally) that the voting machines will definately malfunction to put McCain in the WhiteHouse.

Not bloody likely.
It won't be even close enough for him to do that.

obama mania   October 22nd, 2008 2:31 am ET

"Why didn't Ellen questioned Obama about his early cocain use?"
…………..I have an obvious answer for this question.. he had already told the truth with no one has ever asked him and that is called honesty, that is one of the thing we get from obama…..H..O..N..E..S..T..Y

gwottson dalyop   October 22nd, 2008 2:20 am ET

Something is definitely wrong with John McCain.

maripil   October 22nd, 2008 2:16 am ET

Sen. Obama has rhythm whether on political stage or on the dance floor!!

lemmy   October 22nd, 2008 2:12 am ET

of course BO is better dancer than JM, if at all McCain can dance.

GO OBAMA! GO BIDEN

Dances with Wolves   October 22nd, 2008 2:11 am ET

Barack, Godspeed to you and Senator Biden all the way to the White House. Keep the faith and stay strong. Above all do not succumb to the below the belt tactics that McCANE and Pailin-around-with-Idiots have resorted to. You have shown you are well equipped as is Senator Biden too, to Dance with the Wolves of the McHate Republican and exerting complete dominance over them and their rabid wolf pack. Make us proud and please hurry up and straighten out this crippled misdirected and weakened great country of ours.
Cheers! Obama and Biden 2008 and 2012!!!!!

Obi   October 22nd, 2008 2:10 am ET

McCain and Palin are not bad people. The fact is that people are just tired and worn out. People just want to be happy and be rewarded for their hardwork. The world is more of these days one family, invading, oppressing, and killing ourselves will not take us to anywhere. This mentality has been around for so long and people just want a change in a new direction. Go Obama Go! The right guy at the right time( divine intervention)

La Raza   October 22nd, 2008 1:53 am ET

McCAin should have never picked Pailin.

Esho Abiodun- Nigeria   October 22nd, 2008 1:48 am ET

Even McCain knows he should vote for this cool, calm and collected young man

King jJade   October 22nd, 2008 1:38 am ET

GO OBAMA!

Lexie   October 22nd, 2008 1:37 am ET

I never realized how much the Republican party flourishes on hate.
I voted straight Democratic this year.

CO   October 22nd, 2008 1:30 am ET

Scott Tucson– Obama has been very honest about his past, as detailed in his autobiographies. Palin has admitted smoking pot, and you might recall Cindy's issues. Everyone is human and has made mistakes in the past. How they can contribute today and tomorrow is more important.

Denise   October 22nd, 2008 1:25 am ET

Who care about his dance moves

JR   October 22nd, 2008 1:19 am ET

Looking forward to the show – he gave a good interview last time (and danced). Michelle did dance better when she was on, so he better bring it…. ! Both of them smart, and fun-loving – can't wait for them to be in the White House! Ellen has already provided a "White House" doghouse for the new puppy the girls get (win or lose).

mike   October 22nd, 2008 1:18 am ET

I love how quickly Democrats went from hating Powel for his part in the Iraq War to loving him for being the only one of five to support their canidate.

Tina   October 22nd, 2008 1:15 am ET

You can bet your last dollar (literally) that the voting machines will definately malfunction to put McCain in the WhiteHouse.

PAUL   October 22nd, 2008 1:06 am ET

VIVA OBAMA!!

Justie   October 22nd, 2008 1:06 am ET

Acording to Palin, only Socialists dance!??! Another dumb comment.

Manuel   October 22nd, 2008 1:02 am ET

He is going to Change not only America but the eintire World. He is moving with time and will introduce Modern Politics. I am Proud and will be Proud to see this Man Leading America. The Whole world will embrace him. A NEW PERSPECTIVE FOR AMERICA.
OBAMA – GOD BLESS YOU

Renee   October 22nd, 2008 1:02 am ET

Obama is the true leader!! The country need you Obama/Biden

Jill   October 22nd, 2008 1:01 am ET

John McCain is looking more and more confused.

Paul from Canada   October 22nd, 2008 12:59 am ET

McCain is no match for Obama's charisma.
They would need a defibulator backstage for precautions if McCain started to bust his maveric moves.

JohnBoy   October 22nd, 2008 12:58 am ET

The one can dance.

Latina for John McCain   October 22nd, 2008 12:58 am ET

Because I love my country I am voting for John McCain

No friends of terrorists in my White House
No abortion extremists in my White House

Aaron in Greeley Colorado   October 22nd, 2008 12:57 am ET

After seeing and hearing Palin and McCain I realized how misleading, angry and vicious the Republican Party is. I voted early today and VOTED STRAIGHT DEMOCRATIC.

SIMon   October 22nd, 2008 12:39 am ET

Obama is my man, I want to dance with him.

James   October 22nd, 2008 12:37 am ET

GO OBAMA/BIDEN!

Chris   October 22nd, 2008 12:33 am ET

You all are just a bunch of Obama kool aid drinkers.

SC   October 22nd, 2008 12:32 am ET

Those moves that Palin made on Saturday Night Live are very much like those dancing moves you make along with praise and worship team at a church.

mms   October 22nd, 2008 12:31 am ET

his dancing isn't the only thing better than john mccains so is his campaign!!! Go Obama/Biden

PalinTakeCareOfYourKids   October 22nd, 2008 12:31 am ET

These poll results are completely understandable. I can imagine that it would be difficult to get excited about a candidate whose entire campaign strategy has basically been centered around lying about the other candidate's positions on issues and creating propaganda about trivial issues. The McCain campaign's message is essentially, "Don't vote for Obama because (insert lie or misleading information here) instead of "Vote for McCain because(insert another lie)" When the McCain campaign does speak about their own policies, which seldom occurs, they even misrepresent the effects that their plans will have if implemented. How can someone feel enthusiasm about a candidate that is running such a misleading, negative, fear and hate-mongering campaign???

pam Eugene OR   October 22nd, 2008 12:31 am ET

Oabam can "move" right into the White House!

Brittany   October 22nd, 2008 12:28 am ET

I'm ready for November 4th.

Not only is Barack a very fine gentleman with great character, strength, and honor but also a great dancer…just not as good as Michelle.

However, I'd dance with him any day.

Anyways, I'm ready for the days of silliness and gotcha games to be over.

Obama/Biden '08

chriss   October 22nd, 2008 12:24 am ET

IDIOTTTT!!!!!!!….. maybe they dont question it because he wrote about it…you could read all about it…….its funny the ppl who question candidates are the same ppl that wont do their HW

and why doesnt cnn question CINDY MCCAIN drug addiction……..since u mentioned it……theres a contrary for everything my friend do ur HW

ppl doont depend on the media ………..readddddddddd independently…

JImmy in California   October 22nd, 2008 12:21 am ET

Barack and Michelle Obama are just your average American family with one home and one car and two children. They could walk in a crowed and you would never know they are among us.

D.   October 22nd, 2008 12:15 am ET

Almost the entire media is looking after Barack Obama, so why the hard questions? He is cruising through with no one looking at his record, mind set and history! The totally most un-vetted candidate in US history. Maybe these people know something and they convince all of us to go Obama! American love gambling, after all!?

Southerner   October 22nd, 2008 12:15 am ET

The scariest halloween costume is the Obama mask. I still am trying to figure out why so many people are sucked in by his lies and deceptions.

Seriously, go read something that is not on the Obama website or the dailykos, and you'll quickly figure out just how scary this guy is.

Obama/biden 08!!   October 22nd, 2008 12:12 am ET

20 bucks says McCain is better at doing the robot.

SomebodyHandMcCainADepend   October 22nd, 2008 12:11 am ET

When will McCain get it? We're tired of the bogus md-slinging. You'd think tanking in the polls would get his attention–but apparently not. He's almost as clueless as his running mate.

Anonymous   October 22nd, 2008 12:09 am ET

It will be a real pleasure to see a young family a in White House!

Dawn, in Ky   October 22nd, 2008 12:03 am ET

He's ready. He is all the things we want in a great leader, and reminds us that he is also human.

Rhia   October 21st, 2008 11:49 pm ET

Cool Obama! But I heard he sings better, ala Marvin Gaye. I hope Ellen can make him to do that on her show.

Sam   October 21st, 2008 11:48 pm ET

I'm stoked, Obama's gonna be in Indy on Thursday! This'll be my third time seeing him live.

hrsc   October 21st, 2008 11:47 pm ET

I was actually at this rally and as usual his comments are plans for the country were on the mark, we are with you Obama / Biden 08. Yes we are pushing hard for early voting.

Blue is my favourite colour   October 21st, 2008 11:47 pm ET

I'm sure Obama dances better than McCain!

On a better note, as far as the campaigns go, he even flies better than McCain. McCain's campaign is like an early prop plane with a pilot under the influence. Obama, on the other hand, is the freakin' SR-71 Blackbird. Go, baby go!!!!!!!!!!!!!

No More Smoke & Mirrors   October 21st, 2008 11:46 pm ET

I thought the Right was supposed to be religious and that giving to the poor was Christian. Apparently I was wrong — helping the poor is Socialism. Silly me.

Boomer   October 21st, 2008 11:45 pm ET

Oh come off it, Scott. Go watch "W" and see Bush's addictions. Better yet, stop living in the past and start thinking about the economy!

NB   October 21st, 2008 11:43 pm ET

He is going to be coolest president we ever had.

CANADIAN CLUB   October 21st, 2008 11:39 pm ET

OBAMA IS A NATURAL, HE HAS A GOD GIVEN TALENT. WHERE OTHERS STRUGGLE HE JUST SAILS ALONG, NO PRETENSIONS OR PHONINESS, UNLIKE SOME OTHER INDIVIDUALS RUNNING FOR OFFICE.

pancho villa   October 21st, 2008 11:37 pm ET

Beware to "false" prophets wearing tap-shoes

Adam Jama   October 21st, 2008 11:34 pm ET

Hahaaa. Mcain you can't move your arms above your head forget about dancing. Did you forget that looks matter when you are running for the White House? I have to admit that Cindy McCain is fine though as well as Michelle Obama.

JMJ from DC   October 21st, 2008 11:32 pm ET

Obama asks us to not be so overconfident about winning this election. But we can be cocky can't we? All I can say is that we are going to be dancing all night at the Inaugural Balls in DC.!

Amy   October 21st, 2008 11:31 pm ET

Go Barack!

Ellen is a fun show to watch and seems like it would be a blast to be on.

Dem from Arizona   October 21st, 2008 11:31 pm ET

Obama is in it to win it. Gooooooo Obama!

Alfredo Colon   October 21st, 2008 11:31 pm ET

a great president, and a great dancer…how sweet it is…

No More Smoke And Mirrors   October 21st, 2008 11:30 pm ET

The wheels are starting to come of the straight talk express

QG   October 21st, 2008 11:27 pm ET

Why didn't anyone ask GW about his cocaine use and alcoholism?

Seanie   October 21st, 2008 11:27 pm ET

Great moves Senator Obama.

No More Smoke And Mirrors   October 21st, 2008 11:26 pm ET

Dear Senator McCain and Governor Palin:

Thanks for playing. Here's your copy of the home game and some Turtle Wax. Please exit stage right.

No Way, No How, No Mccain   October 21st, 2008 11:26 pm ET

"That One" shows of dancing. You must be kidding me. "That One" "That One!" O "That One voted for it." "That One dancing too?" "That, that one.

bob   October 21st, 2008 11:21 pm ET

Scott,
The use of Cocaine by Obama will never solve the problems we are facing now..Just wake up GOP… This is not a time for jokes or smears.. Go Obama-Biden. McCain is too rusty and confused..

AUC   October 21st, 2008 11:18 pm ET

You go Barack! God Bless you, Michelle and especially "Toot".

We love you! Obama/Biden 08/12

Sunny   October 21st, 2008 11:16 pm ET

McCain can do Mr. Roboto very well.

NY Chick   October 21st, 2008 11:15 pm ET

Um…why is he dancing when he should be on a plane to see his grandmother???????

JR IN NORTHERN CALIFORNIA   October 21st, 2008 11:13 pm ET

CANNOT WAIT TO SEE! HAVE TO WORK SO I WILL USE THE DVR.
OBAMA/BIDEN ALL THE WAY!!!! ONLY 14 MORE DAY TILL THE REBULDING OF AMERICA STARTS!!!!! IT IS GREAT TO HAVE THE FEELING OF HOPE AGAIN. GOD BLESS THE USA!!!!

L VA   October 21st, 2008 11:13 pm ET

Well, he's soooo smooth-I know, let's make him President! We will be the envy of all the other citizens of the world. If there is a problem with Iran, North Korea, etc., we'll just have a dance off! He needs to grow-up and so does the press.

Barbara - 65 yr old white female in NC   October 21st, 2008 11:12 pm ET

McCain suffering from DEMENTIA, and no one asks questions?

Barbara - 65 yr old white female in NC   October 21st, 2008 11:11 pm ET

Scott – same reason they don't ask about Cindy McCain stealing drugs from her charity for her own use.

Get off it. It's OLD.

joe-Alaska   October 21st, 2008 11:11 pm ET

Me and my wife we love the Obamas!

Suzy   October 21st, 2008 11:11 pm ET

Read his boook. He did talk about his cocaine use. What about Bill Clinton's drug use and Bush's alcohol use. They were not questioned about it over and over. What else do you want him to say???

Bruce   October 21st, 2008 11:10 pm ET

McCain is too stiff, figuratively and actually.

...   October 21st, 2008 11:10 pm ET

gobama

Credit Card Republicans   October 21st, 2008 11:10 pm ET

January 21 2009, will be a day to celebrate all over the world and dance in the streets.

Spencer   October 21st, 2008 11:10 pm ET

Who cares? Real news, anyone?

OBAMA-BIDEN NOV.4TH   October 21st, 2008 11:09 pm ET

DANCE LIKE NOBODYS WATCHING, VOTE OBAMA-BIDEN

Janet - Missouri   October 21st, 2008 11:08 pm ET

Obama has approached this campaign with the gravity it requires, but it's nice to see the lighter side of his personality.

Barbara - 65 yr old white female in NC   October 21st, 2008 11:08 pm ET

I just watched AC 360

Kids in this country cold and starving, and RNC took taxpayers money to buy clothes for the Gov. and her kids?

Socialism for the WEALTHY

Fred   October 21st, 2008 11:05 pm ET

Great, just what we need to fix our economy – dancing.

Vilma D'Souza   October 21st, 2008 11:04 pm ET

Can't wait to see President Obama and First Lady dance at the Inaugural Ball.

bob   October 21st, 2008 11:04 pm ET

Never impressed by Palin!

Sally in Oregon   October 21st, 2008 11:03 pm ET

Ba-Rock on Obama! All the way to the White House!

CNN loves a horserace   October 21st, 2008 11:03 pm ET

CNN WHERE IS THE STORY ON PALIN CHARGING THE STATE OF ALASKA FOR HER DAUGHTERS' TRAVEL????????????????????

DO YOUR JOB!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

bernard   October 21st, 2008 11:02 pm ET

if you vote do not listen to anybody,listen to your heart.coz ur vote is important.

Ava   October 21st, 2008 11:01 pm ET

he danced on her show earlier this year. he was not that good. lol

Turnabout is fair play   October 21st, 2008 11:00 pm ET

There isn't enough oil in Iraq, Saudi Arabia, OR the US Strategic Oil Reserve to make McRusty limber enough to do his 1908 ancient ho-down..

MLH   October 21st, 2008 11:00 pm ET

You know, I LIKE this guy. In fact, I think I will vote for him for president. Oh wait – I already did! This Liberal doesn't hate America enough to give it four more years of the same.

Obama – '08

joe six pack   October 21st, 2008 10:59 pm ET

hey, anyone is a better dancer than McMummy. I have two left feet and compare to mccain I am sure I could win a dance competition

no way, no how no mccain, no palin   October 21st, 2008 10:58 pm ET

Palin should be added to culprits of the collapse with her shopping allowance of 175,000 in this economy!

No wonder they can't focus on the economy. She and Barbie CIndy are on a fashion spree…no wonder they are so dumb. Give Palin the role of VP at Neiman Marcus.

She is a true Elite. At least Obama has holes in his shoes and I see him wearing the same suits, tie and white shirts, blk shoe and brown shoes. Maybe a plaid blue shirt, jeans and a tan shirt? Relates to me, feels my pain more than MCPALINCINDYTODD!!!

Mary   October 21st, 2008 10:56 pm ET

Those kids are adorable and the Obama's have kept them sheltered. Great parents.

Ivor Hull   October 21st, 2008 10:56 pm ET

I am impressed with the basketball skills of Obama and can't wait to see if his dancing is as good as Michelle boasts. Its always good to see the candidates having fun and displaying their talents instead of politiking.

David   October 21st, 2008 10:55 pm ET

How long before the McCainiacs make a point of saying that McCain would be a better dancer if he hadn't been tortured as a prisoner of war?

peter   October 21st, 2008 10:55 pm ET

I would like to see the dance contest between Obama and McCain.I will bet my money on McCain because not only will he win the but instead break his arm which will be excuse for him of not winning the election.

Brandi   October 21st, 2008 10:54 pm ET

We need to see the video!

Dawn   October 21st, 2008 10:53 pm ET

An all around President- that will be great.

james in s.c.   October 21st, 2008 10:53 pm ET

i gotta see that!!!! lol

GO OBAMA-BIDEN 08

claudio de heredia   October 21st, 2008 10:52 pm ET

MEXICO is all for Obama, we cant believe how come Americans are still even talkin about it. It is such a no- brainer!!
Claudio

Toya   October 21st, 2008 10:49 pm ET

Wow! Whata real guy he is!

Chipster   October 21st, 2008 10:47 pm ET

Palin is once again trying to avoid talking about real issues and is going on and on about Biden's comment that Obama, whom Biden is certain will be the next president, will be tested. Does Palin seriously think the next president will not soon be tested? Is this how out of touch with reality she really is? Every new president has been tested by our enemies – sometimes even by our allies! Of course, she's desperate to blow this non-issue into some sort of mud that might finally stick but this one won't either. Hey Palin! Let's talk about the economy, health care, SCHIP, veterans benefits, equal pay for equal work… Not interested? Go figure.

Heather Jackson   October 21st, 2008 10:47 pm ET

If you live or were born in America you are a real American. Period. America is "one country for all" where we can practice and believe in what we want to. The thought that we are somehow divided by our beliefs defeats all that our country stands for, how un-american.

C Shaw   October 21st, 2008 10:46 pm ET

I can not wait to see it!!!

Love Mr. Obama and I love his family

Scott Tucson   October 21st, 2008 10:46 pm ET

Why didn't Ellen questioned Obama about his early cocain use? In fact why have't CNN or any of the other news organizations have asked this question? So much for real journalism.

warren smith   October 21st, 2008 10:46 pm ET

the man is rounded to the tee
in other words he really got it going on

...   October 21st, 2008 10:45 pm ET

the thought of mccain dancing
KILLS ME
we dont want him breaking his hip.

...   October 21st, 2008 10:44 pm ET

AHAH.
I LOVE OBAMA.
<3

please post cnn!

vahe   October 21st, 2008 10:44 pm ET

hahahahahahahah

sandy   October 21st, 2008 10:43 pm ET

I love Barack Obama and just know he will be my next president and I can't wait. God Bless the USA and God Bless Barack Obama!

Tom   October 21st, 2008 10:40 pm ET

It must be heartbreaking…watching your dreams of becoming president being swept away while your opponent is dancing and having a good time.

(Can you hear the angry, bitter Republicans? "Ooooh, that Obama…our country is in economic turmoil, and he's dancing around with that gay talk show host…He makes me soooooo mad!")

Rich   October 21st, 2008 10:40 pm ET

I am at a lost. Why aren't Senator Clintons people backing Senator McCain. Senator Clinton questioned Obamas ability to lead during a crisis. Does anyone remember the 3 AM call. The same time Obama called his people to let them know he chose Biden over 18 million vote getter Senator Clinton. What a slap in the face and arrogance. Does anyone remember Biden questioning his experience in the primaries? Does anyone remember Senator Clinton questioning Obama's friend, Rev. Wright. Imagine a President who let his children sit in Rev. Wrights church each week and hear sermons of hate, racism, and anti-American themes.

Palin's interview..   October 21st, 2008 10:38 pm ET

OMG, she was rattling off a bunch of nothing today in the interview. The woman was babbling on and on because she didn't know anything. She was making up stuff as she talked! what a joke.

Sarah Palin has nerve to talk about who's going to be tested. At least other countries will take Barack more seriously than you, barracuda.

Palin's interview..   October 21st, 2008 10:37 pm ET

wow, she was rattling off a bunch of nothing today in the interview. The woman was babbling on and on because she didn't know anything. She was making up stuff as she talked! what a joke.

Sarah Palin has nerve to talk about who's going to be tested. At least other countries will take Barack more seriously than you, barracuda.

spawnjonez   October 21st, 2008 10:37 pm ET

I was there and I loved it. I had the chance to see barack and besides what he is doing or has done the truth of the matter is you have to be born a leader, and what palin and mcshame don't understand they also had on the job training everyone that works has been threw that. So to finish what I started Even john mclame followed obama with his change campain that he was using for a min did we forget A true leader obama/biden do what it do!!!!!!

Hope LV,NV   October 21st, 2008 10:37 pm ET

I lvoe Ellen. I will definately be watching.

Obama/Biden   October 21st, 2008 10:36 pm ET

Obama would also make a much better President than Mccain!
Obama is going down in history as "that One", the one who changed the path America was taking which helped the world and democracy.
The very thing Bush could not accomplish with his cowboy attitude and neither would Mccain.
Obama/Biden 08

Tom-jerry   October 21st, 2008 10:34 pm ET

C-e-l-e-b-e-r-e-t-y, indeed.

Bob   October 21st, 2008 10:34 pm ET

Nice interview with Palin today…made her look good
CNN must not have received their kool-aid ration today…
Obamabloggers pay attention….2 weeks til you have to find real jobs
Joe the plumber won't be able to hire you (He'll be too busy paying higher taxes)…There's going to be a lot of hate speech in the unemployment line soon….lol
So can Obama dance….We've already seen a lot of that….first time with a dance floor….

Shirley in Jax   October 21st, 2008 10:34 pm ET

I can't wait for the Obama family to get into the White House! Those little girls are going to liven up the place.

tyme4chaing   October 21st, 2008 10:33 pm ET

I think Michelle got the better dance moves. The kids are cute. Both the girls should be fairies for halloween. Obama, can out dance McShame with his eyes closed.

Obama/Biden 2008

mostlyharmless   October 21st, 2008 10:32 pm ET

I wonder how his dance moves size up against Bill Clinton? We need to know if Billy is a brother or not!!

spawnjonez   October 21st, 2008 10:31 pm ET

first

Dawn   October 21st, 2008 10:31 pm ET

Well he got spirit, you betcha! I quess McCain will inevible use this on his next stump!

Please get out there and vote! He is in my State of Pennsylvania. I just wish he just move back to one of his seven houses.!!!! Well he has a house!

Go Obama and show them you gots spunk!
and Biden can you see Pennsylvania?

Obama/Biden 08/12

Kevin   October 21st, 2008 10:30 pm ET

McCain is too rusty.

Eugene   October 21st, 2008 10:29 pm ET

Let's jump on the voting machines in West Virginia and Florida that are switching Obama votes to McCain votes, and determine early where that programming is originating. Then we won't have a scary Halloween.

Tiff of lithia springs   October 21st, 2008 10:29 pm ET

OMG!!! I hope he is making and good victory dance. Be sure to hire a choreographer so all supporters can learn it.

Nina in Orlando   October 21st, 2008 10:27 pm ET

I can't wait to see O on Ellen!!

Rich from KS   October 21st, 2008 10:26 pm ET

How could you not vote for this man? Is half of America crazy?

Abby   October 21st, 2008 10:25 pm ET

Beautiful!!!

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