November 4, 2008
Posted: November 4th, 2008 08:50 AM ET

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 Voters are voting with their pocketbook this Election Day.
Voters are voting with their pocketbook this Election Day.

WILKES-BARRE, Pa. – Barack Obama and John McCain have courted Lisa Hampton's vote for months, but the Kingston, Pa., resident still isn't sure which one she'll pick.

What she does know is how much the rising price of soda, steaks and natural gas is squeezing her family budget. The married mother of two grown girls rattled off the price of Coke, which now costs her $7 for a 24-pack, up from $5 only a few months ago, and of roast beef, which has jumped to $12 from $8.

While Hampton thinks McCain is stronger on national security issues, she believes Obama would do more to revive the economy and ease the burden of working Americans.

"He might actually help middle-class people more with his tax cuts," said Hampton, 46, who cleans offices in downtown Wilkes-Barre. "He would help people like me."

The presidential candidates' prescriptions for the weakening economy could prove the deciding factor on Tuesday with voters in crucial swing states such as Pennsylvania. Obama advocates tax relief for middle- and lower-income workers, while McCain says cutting taxes on businesses and the wealthy will create more jobs.

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Filed under: Barack Obama • John McCain


UNITY & EQUALITY   November 4th, 2008 11:58 am ET

That's because it's true Ms. Arizona....

BARACK OBAMA! BARACK OBAMA! BARACK OBAMA!

Steve in Las Vegas,NV   November 4th, 2008 11:53 am ET

McShameless OWNS 7 houses, 13 cars (For real), The Failin's are millionaires & Gov
Obama owns 1 house and 1 FORD car....

Guess who really knows!

Obama/Biden 08/12

Daniel thelusmar   November 4th, 2008 11:50 am ET

This election remind me,of what took place in Haiti in 1990 election.
I can see the same excitement in every body faces.
At that point of time Haiti was in a position were every one want a change,afther all those killing,and division the country was ready to open a new page of their History.The country was unify ,every body was ready for something new.
That what i feel here in Tampa Florida

Jim of PDX   November 4th, 2008 11:45 am ET

Follow Oregons lead. All voting is now by mail The ballot is mailed to your address. No broken down machines. No hanging chads. No waiting in line. Vote in comfort of your home, take your time over your choices, then mail or drop at drop off site.

Chuck R.   November 4th, 2008 11:44 am ET

One of the saddest commentaries of this entire election process by a good portion of those backing the Democratic platform and Senators Obama/Biden for the Presidency is the hatred, anger, desensitization to truth, and wanting to follow a message for CHANGE this isn't change at all – just a path that goes against every moral law setup in the United States Constitution by the sacrifices of our Forefathers. What we DO NEED is a CHANGE BACk to upholding the moral laws within the Consititution that were setup to protect us against – 1) A Government of leaders – President and Congress – that don't become KINGS over this special nation taxing us like the Kings of England; 2) Taxing the citizens and the nation's employment structure – businesses of all sizes – to the point that we are no longer FREE but shackled by taxation without representation from the citizenry; 3) Leaders who disregard the Constitution by placing their hands on a Bible claiming to uphold and defend the Consititution under oath only to say that what we, the citizens, need now are new ways to help one another by BIG GOVERNMENT being the answer to all our problems (much like the King of England – which the Constitution was setup to free us from) instead of allowing Americans to use the excess we earn and gain through personal sacrifice and effort to help each other out. Hand outs without accountablility and self reliant lifting up to help a person or family lift themselves out of the rut they are sadly in does not make a person free – in a nation where FREEDOM (some try to use the word RIGHT in the wrong context here) is spoken so loosely about today.

Though the anger and language used within these forums and comment sections representing the views of those who want the CHANGE they have been blinded by in words so elequently portraying a person who will SAVE them from all of the woes of this nation, mark my words the change they will see will begin to tear this nation apart and not bring hope as promised. Staying true to the moral values and standards the Constitiution has guided us towards for over 200 years has been the solid anchor that has kept this nation FREE. Anger and hatred never brings a clear thinking resolve – it only causes rash and unproductive results.

Vote McCain/Palin to keep the window of Freedom open and properly balanced! Don't place your hopes, dreams and children's futures on those who want to CHANGE THE CONSTITUTION to fit their misguided agenda.

Dewey in CO   November 4th, 2008 11:44 am ET

GARY:
I find it rather interesting that such an informed voter can not even spell or use a computer keyboard. How can you even expect us to believe that you are either intelligent or semi-educated. Remarks such as yours enables us all to see the true portrait of the Repub. party. To be a Repub you must be either semi-illiterate or way to rich. Doubtful that you are both and I don't suspect that you are rolling in cash – if you get me drift!

No one is this country – the wealthiest country in the world – should ever go homeless, hungry or without health care! However that is exactly what we have under the Republican rule. Time for a change!

Rob   November 4th, 2008 11:43 am ET

God help us all if Obama wins and the Dems get a fillabuster proof Congress. You want to see how bad things will get? Just wait. An inexperienced president who wants to punish the hard working to benefit the lazy. A congress willing to throw away national security and energy independance thanks to special interests. They'll make sure they're fully covered for life, yet we'll be the one's suffering. Healthcare will be a joke, national security will be non-existant, the motivation to go out and make something of your life will be gone since it will be forced upon us that the government will take care of us (well, certain groups of us at least). What jobs aren't lost because of punitive taxing will be lost because the government will foster the slacker mentality. And God help you if you criticize, because no matter how valid you will be dismissed as a racist, as anything negative towards Obama will immediately be deemed that.

America – land of the free, home of the brave.....not any more.

Don't let this happen! Vote for a real leader, not some phony who looks good and has Oprah drooling all over him.

Lu from Houston, TX   November 4th, 2008 11:40 am ET

Bush with his 8 years of tax cuts led to this economical disaster, and people are wishing that more of the tax cuts can turn things around? Hello???!!!

KLEE   November 4th, 2008 11:40 am ET

Winnie Hussein ....in Montana – you are among my favorite bloggers – hello up there in Montana from down here in South Carolina. I voted for OBAMA/BIDEN pretty much exactly for the reasons you give.

Jack Jodell, Minneapolis, MN   November 4th, 2008 11:37 am ET

After 8 years of a pro-rich, neocon Republican White House misrule, it's a miracle any of us have any pocketbooks left! OUT WITH THESE SCOUNDRELS!!!!!!!!

maurice   November 4th, 2008 11:34 am ET

if your not for obama it seems your post dont get put on this board and you folks say they`re for mcain lol.

Theresa Jones, Mesa, Arizona   November 4th, 2008 11:24 am ET

I just don't understand why some people think that Mr. Obama is better for our economy. His proposed policies will kill our economy.

Cesar Gonzalez   November 4th, 2008 11:20 am ET

Can someone help me sign up for my tax cuts. I am quitting my job at Mc Donalds to get my tax cut. thank you. Go Barak.

bababear   November 4th, 2008 11:14 am ET

If you want to have an idea at how the country would be run under either candidate, look at the way they ran their campaign. One, organized, on message, positive, hope and greatly less negatively – the other scattered, all over the planet, nasty, fear based and who could tell what their message was other than Obama is the worst thing since Satan in the garden. This is a no brainer – but unfortunately the fear mongers have tapped into a large population of those with no brains. I voted early for Obama and am now waiting with prayers and baited breath.

RSOsborne   November 4th, 2008 11:05 am ET

For once I agree with C Rove

Helen   November 4th, 2008 11:04 am ET

I hope that ALL you people waitng for the TAX hand outs, more welfare dollars and food stamps brace yourselves – because , it will not happen as OBAMA promised in all his rhetoric.... get real!

dave g, minneapolis   November 4th, 2008 11:03 am ET

of course, CNN will moderate out any comments about Bob Barr, because he would make them have to change their entire website to show more than two candidates....

KC   November 4th, 2008 11:00 am ET

McCain has ran for president twice before in 1986, and 2000. He lost both times so what does that tell you? Third time is not a lucky charm either. He can add 2008 to his defeats. To old to be president , time to give it up!

ITs FINALLY OVER   November 4th, 2008 10:59 am ET

live in hope dye in dispair, if you think any politician will keep their word you are more desparate than you will believe 6months from now.
I think politicans will say one thing and then say WELL CONDITIONS ARE WORSE THAN I THOUGHT YOUR GOING TO WAIT, AND WAIT , and the little they give up frount the more they take at the END. you'll see, BEWARE LIBERAL NAZI'S are on the march...

2012;-)

Winnie Hussein . . . in Montana   November 4th, 2008 10:59 am ET

I have nothing against Republicans in general, but their fascination with "spreading the wealth" upward worries me. Reagonomics, or the trickle down theory, did not work. That's just a fact.

Here is where the Republican Party has gotten it all wrong: first, Regaonomics, second is their alliegance to the Religious Right. Conservatives who TRULY believe in smaller government cannot support the Patriot Act or taking away a woman's right to choose. Period. These are programs that insert government right into our daily lives. But, thanks to the religious zealots, social issues such as abortion have hijacked the conservative, Republican Party. This nation is governed by the Constitution, not the Bible. Separation of church and state. Keep in mind that God does not "influence" politics, politics and government are human creations and thus are fallible.

Maybe you should all read "The Shack" and get a little perspective.

Hillary supporter for McCain   November 4th, 2008 10:58 am ET

It's obvious that the author of this article – Tamy Luhby, is another journalist in the bag for Obama. To say McCain only wants tax breaks for the "wealthy" is an Obama talking point. The truth of the matter is McCain's plan offers tax breaks across the board for everyone, and yes that does include wealthier Americans as well. I'm so sick of CNN's bias reporting both on TV and the website. 2008 will be remembered as the year objective journalism died in America. What a shame.

wakeupamerica   November 4th, 2008 10:54 am ET

Save our country! Now go and vote.

Obama/Biden '08

voted Obama/Bidden   November 4th, 2008 10:54 am ET

Let's all show the republicans who the best man is to become the next president of this country. Just make sure you go vote that is the most important thing today. No more of Bush's policies! No, McCain!

Eagal Sun   November 4th, 2008 10:47 am ET

Fellow Americans,

Look at Gary below. And remember the Lady who said she was afraid of Obama because he is an Arab? then the guy who openly on camera in 2009 who said we don't want to see a Negra in the White house, those that called out KILL Him, and then the guy in Ohio with the Obama monkey??? I had a bannana for him alright. not for his monkey but for him and for all who think and feel like those sad people...and look who's hating WOW Gary hummm......Over 40 white presidents time fro a CHANGE!!! In China 75% are for Obama. Even in other European and Eastern countries they want a diplomat not a bomber and killer of the innocent and youg. Look at the make up of our military mostly Young and ??? what??? If your a true Christian, the death of one temple of God is 1 to many. No one wins in any WAR......
Sadamm Hussein is dead. Ben Laden and Al Queda hummm we got side tracked by Georgy Boy what a shame.....Love to All not War...vote.

taxable   November 4th, 2008 10:47 am ET

@ Will the Real Maverick Please Stand Up?

actually, I'm not Republican. I cast my vote for Bob Barr today, Libertarian.

But I still do have a sense of humor. :) Have a good day voting for whomever you vote for today!!! and remember, just vote your conscience.

Jo-Ann..New York   November 4th, 2008 10:42 am ET

VOTED THIS MORNING @ 6:27AM FOR BARACK HUSSEIN OBAMA, THE NEXT PRESIDENT OF THESE UNITED STATES....

USA Voter   November 4th, 2008 10:31 am ET

For those undecided... Stop reading the blogs, listening to the rhetoric and the propaganda. Vote based on what is important to you and with a clear conscience. VOTE, VOTE, VOTE.

steph   November 4th, 2008 10:30 am ET

McCain lo0ks so fake....jajajaja !!!! Only God has the power to changed this country... I hope obama is going to obey and observe God commandments!! vote and pray........
*Obama next president of USA*

Zaga   November 4th, 2008 10:27 am ET

Gary,
McCain Can't even run an effective campaign, not even his VP agree with his policy, he have no clue whats going on in his campaign how can he run a country? 6 yrs as in Prison does not qualify one to be President. weather POW or any other, they do not teach leadership to POW camp.

Zaga   November 4th, 2008 10:26 am ET

Gary,
McCain Can't even run an effective campaign, not even his VP agree with his policy, he have no clue whats going on in his campaign how can he run a country? 6 yrs as in Prison does not qualify one to be President. weather POW or any other, they do teach leadership to POW camp.

John a frustrated Conservative   November 4th, 2008 10:21 am ET

Being hit with the ridiculaous propaganda the past weeks is a pure sign of how endangered this country truly is. I believe in free speech but somehow something needs to stop the fabricated lies in these commercials. The Republicans live by it. They are afraid.

Go Obama!

judy   November 4th, 2008 10:14 am ET

honored the heroes that died to protect my right to vote today. as a country we will either make history or be doomed to repeat it. no matter who wins I pray for this land of diverse ethic people, remember we are the melting pot of the world and the world leaders are waitng to see what we do . laughing stock or bruised but proud? your choice already made mine.

Steve A. , New Braunfels , Texas   November 4th, 2008 10:14 am ET

Get away from your computer, quit reading these post. go vote!!!!!!! For Obama

db.in.tx   November 4th, 2008 10:13 am ET

God help us all, even a blind man can see the false face Obama has put on, underneath that calm is an anger seething and ready to pounce. The first time I ever saw the man on Oprah a chill ran through me and I don't trust him at all. Not because of his skin color, but by some of his own statements. Oh he is an eloquent speaker, but so was Satan when he offered Jesus the world.

Donell Jenkins jc nj   November 4th, 2008 10:13 am ET

Its time for change and as a young first time voter I'm glad to say that I'm a proud OBAMA supporter!!!!!!!! Get out in vote!!!

DBrya   November 4th, 2008 10:12 am ET

Hi Americans

It is interesting that most people think the problems in America can be fixed without tax increases. If you dont have some reasonable tax increase then where will the money come from to fix your country's woes. I guess borrow, but from Who?. There is a lot of things to think about. In Canada we have one of the highest tax rate but still have a strong middle calss. I hate taxes, but we cannot live well without it. The next leader have to think hard about where to really cut taxes without plunging the country into deaper debt. By the way we also drill and drill but our gas price is higher than yours and guess what?, we have the 2nd highest supply of oil in the world. Most is exported to the U.S. When you guys start drilling, teach our prime minister a lesson or two on how to drop oil prices when productionis so high.

Will the Real Maverick Please Stand Up?   November 4th, 2008 10:11 am ET

Why are these people news? Drink water (it's better for you anyway) and cut back on the meat.

Gary–go hide in your bunker.

Taxable–LOL! A republican with a sense of humor and gracious in defeat?

LindaT   November 4th, 2008 10:09 am ET

I plan to retired next few years and with the economy right now, with McCain cut out the Social Security program, I don't know how I can make it in my old age. I admired Senator Obama achievements. Sarah Palin is the joke of Republican. Even I came to United States 37 years ago from a third world country, I still know more than she does. She is so dumb that she took 6 yrs in 4 different colleges to get a degree. I don't believe in McCain for a minute. This is the historic for American people across the land.

Xavier, Saint Louis, Missouri   November 4th, 2008 10:09 am ET

I voted for Obama this morning and it felt great to do so! Yes, the line was long and it took about an hour and half, but it was worth every second!

YES WE CAN!

JIM...TX   November 4th, 2008 10:06 am ET

GARY...you sound like the typical right-wing nut job. " The dems and their fraud. Have you forgotten 2000 and 2004? Guess we'll have to listen to your excuses for a month now after the Dem's WIN big time!

Jenn   November 4th, 2008 10:06 am ET

I guess I must be an idiot or a moron like all you people say. I can't decide who will be the lesser of two evils. It truely scares me how much worse both of these people can make this country.
One with being niave and one with pissing alot of people off on foreign policy
One with no plan for the economy and one that just wants to raise taxes but really cut taxes and spend like there is no tomorrow.
Neither one has demonstrated any clear leadership on any issues
What about border security they have been telling the spanish speaking people what they are all about but unless you understand spanish too bad
Neither one has a great Heath care plan
They both are against gay marrage
I could sit here and list their stands on the issues and believe it or not most are in line with each other except a few.

The 3 major issues to decide on pro life or pro choice; policy on the war and foreign policy ; and the economy.

Don't call me an idiot for still be undecided, because neither one has given me anything to jump for joy over.
I think the real change will come when we as a whole nation take our country back and make the congress and the senate have term limits.
The most important choice I have today is not the vote for President but for my Senator and Congressman

YOLANDA   November 4th, 2008 10:02 am ET

I'm sorry but there are no undecideds at this time. People know who they are going to vote for, they just don't want to say for what ever reason.

Joe Butler   November 4th, 2008 10:02 am ET

It really is a simple solution... If you are still undecided, stay home as I would agree there is no excuse for still being undecided...

They is, in my humble opinion, but one choice for America and the world for that matter and he is Barack Obama...

Short of another crooked election (hello Florida), President Obama will be an awesome leader for the USA and the World...

This WILL NOT BE CLOSE... minimal: 317 – 221 (without FL) more likely 354 – 184 (with FL)... remember, you heard it here first...

The World is Watching!!

Joe the Security Architect

Independent but Leaning   November 4th, 2008 10:01 am ET

It's a shame when we put the dollar ahead of the values that made our country great.

What's the point, anyway? Obama is just going to take that dollar and give it someone he thinks needs it more than you.

Constitution being saved by obama? Hardly   November 4th, 2008 10:00 am ET

If you think voting for Obama is saving our Constitution you are as sheltered and ignorant as your normal hate rhetoric here. It is true most 65 yr old are delusional.. Especially if you are from the south.

Thanks for confirming it!

Hpotterfan77 from CT   November 4th, 2008 9:59 am ET

I just voted for THAT ONE and it felt sooooo good!

Gail   November 4th, 2008 9:59 am ET

If you want an an unknown person with no experience regarding the constitution, vote for Palin/McCain.

WELCOME TO THE OBAMA SHOW   November 4th, 2008 9:58 am ET

HEY CNN YOU NETWORK IS CROOKED AND is awaiting moderation.

Triggidy   November 4th, 2008 9:58 am ET

Just voted this morning, huge lines at 6 AM in STL. It's good to see this many people interested in their country and the direction it will go. I went for that one because I want to go the right way. Also, at least 20 robocalls from the Missouri and national GOP helped push me out of bed this morning.

GOP supporters, what does bull-ish taste like coming back up?

President McCain   November 4th, 2008 9:57 am ET

We are all Americans!

debra   November 4th, 2008 9:56 am ET

Through prayer, hope, and CHANGE our nation will unite and overcome these last eight years of lies, deception and ill-will toward all.
OBAMA 08

Independent and loving it - Minnesota   November 4th, 2008 9:55 am ET

You McCain are some of the scariest people I have ever seen. You openly accept racism and lies. 95% of Americans will be better off financially under Obama. Do you people ever read the facts from independent investigation organizations. You people are hate and warmongers. You will be the one who destroy this country with your backwards, redneck thinking.

"A lie will be a truth if it is repeated enough times – Adolf Hitler 1941

Anonymous   November 4th, 2008 9:52 am ET

Dear Lisa, if you want our America to get out of this Mess, and a better future for your family, I would advice you to VOTE for Obama, but if you want this hole that Bush & McCain get us in, vote for the same Mess to continue for 4 more years.

J*   November 4th, 2008 9:51 am ET

John McCain is weak on economics. Sarah is a pea brain with an IQ deficit, almost as scary as Bush with his Achilles brain. Obama is cerebral and calm. a model of how a leader should be. His running mate, Joe Biden, while exhibiting signs of verbal diarrhea, at least seems capable of performng his duties as a VP.
Whoever you Americans chose to rule your nation will make very little difference to your country's declining status in the world, however. The rise of China and India is inevitable. The days of Ameican hegemony are numbered.
My advice: lose some weight, re-educate yourselves and learn to work with the rest of the world with a little humility and grace!

faithwalker48   November 4th, 2008 9:51 am ET

A suggestion for Ms. Hampton...switch to Sam's Cola...they taste the same for less than half the price. Catch roast beef on sale or, every now and then, eat hamburger steaks...

Peggy - TX   November 4th, 2008 9:51 am ET

She is worried about the cost of Coke and Roast beef, both are bad stuff that are high in toxins and low in nutritional value. From this limited knowledge of her am going to guess that she will likely vote McCain as it is her habit to pick things that are just bad for her.

REPUBLIC OF TEXAS   November 4th, 2008 9:50 am ET

IF OBAMA WINS, I AM PETITIONING FOR TEXAS TO WITHDRAW FROM THE UNITED STATES AND TO BECOME A REPUBLIC AGAIN.

GOOD BYE TO THE USA

First time voter   November 4th, 2008 9:50 am ET

I am a first time voter and I have to say that I have been watching obama for the last two years. This is what I know he is a man of his word a man who can make things happen and a man who can bring people together and have them help each other. I feel like this is someone who understands the real issues that face this country and the issues that face the everyday people who are trying to provide for there family and pay there bills. I am ready to be apart of an america that cares for the people in there own country and puts that before everything else. I voted this morning at six am just cause I am so excited GO Obama

PA/Blue   November 4th, 2008 9:48 am ET

Gary

Tell me, 2000 and 2004, who stole this election: The Republicans.

2008: Why all of a sudden, why r we having machine problems, blah, blah in the states that has a stronghold of democratic votes? Do you think the democrats Who would the democtrats send fliers telling them to vote of the 5th, do you think we would be that stupid..please do not insult our intelligence. I think it is the other way around...

anna   November 4th, 2008 9:47 am ET

I don't understand how anyone could be undecided at this point! One thing we can all agree on (except perhaps for the Green or Socialist parties) is that Obama and McCain are very different candidates. Although I can't understand why anyone would vote for McCain/Palin, at least those voters have opinions and values that they believe in. I have no respect for anyone who is so indecisive.

Independent In NY   November 4th, 2008 9:46 am ET

Gary:

Thanks for calling me a moron. This is a perfect example of why your party will LOSE BIG TIME!!!

I have had ENOUGH of trickle down economics and the right wings neo-facist leanings. Sit back and watch a REAL leader show you how to lead a country. Your intolerant BS is no longer welcome, and the REAL patriotic americans take out country back TODAY!!!!!

Michael in Houston   November 4th, 2008 9:46 am ET

Good morning felloew commentors. Let's start this day off by taking up a collection to buy Gary a hooked on phonics lesson or four. Okay, this is the big day that all of us have been waiting for. People want change, people want a new direction. And that is what Obama/Biden will bring to this country. Now it will not all happen overnight, but we will quickly see some improvements in some areas. So for those who have not voted yet, get out there. Vote! Vote! Vote! Let your voice be heard! Let the status quo right wing establishment that thier time is up. The American people want thier country back and we will get it back under the leadership and direction of an Obama administration.

Go Obama.

P.S. If a pitbull loses a fight, isn't it required to put that pitbull down? Just curious. Maybe I should go ask Michael Vick. (jus kidding. now stop yelling at your monitor)

Wyoming Woman   November 4th, 2008 9:46 am ET

Just voted for Obama/Biden and walked out with my head held high!!

Bitter in Texas   November 4th, 2008 9:45 am ET

I've heard enough of the Rethuglican BS...it's been the same old thing for the last 40 years. They don't have any new ideas and just look when the Trickle Down Economy has gotten us. I'm voting Demacrate all the way....No More Rethuglicans This Year. Enough is enough!

LS, Austin, Texas   November 4th, 2008 9:44 am ET

Under Bush and McCain, sooo many people have lost their jobs under this administration. To suggest that people will lose their jobs when Obama becomes President is absolutely absurd.

Obama will lead this country in a positive direction with new technology and education benefits for our children, and among a lot of other positive things.

McCain think only knows about wars, that's about it.

There is really no comparison on who will be a better leader – no comparison whatsoever.

bruce   November 4th, 2008 9:44 am ET

I vpted for Obama. becuase of the tax cut plan, the more moeny you can give to the public to spend the better for the economy in general.
My wife having come from a Mill backgrouind in the south, voted for him as it is her beleif that he will work to keep jobs here.
The repubs have not disussed issues and what they would do, but have just gone negative,,not what this country needs now.
Truthfully Mccain does not understand what it is like to sit down and pay bills and try to decide who get paid so that you can eat, keep the lights and heat on, and get to work.

Steve   November 4th, 2008 9:42 am ET

Just a campaign comment. I live in Arizona and every commercial break on TV last night was showing the Rev Wright tape that was going around in PA. McCain must really be scared of holding his own state.

Voter 08   November 4th, 2008 9:42 am ET

Obama supporters continue to deceive yourselves that things will get better. How many past presidents made any real 'change'? Pity that you fell into the trap of good speeches.

Super D   November 4th, 2008 9:42 am ET

If people vote their pocketbook, then McCain wins. Obama wants you to give your pocketbook to him

JL   November 4th, 2008 9:41 am ET

I want a smart person who surrounds himself with smart people and then actually listens to them in the whitehouse. I'm voting Obama/Biden.

Stacy from Loudoun County VA   November 4th, 2008 9:41 am ET

Reggie, let me help you. If you want the wrong kind of experience in the White House, some one who has proven the wrong kind of judgment, then you vote Senator McCain and Governor Palin. If you want someone who is intelligent, has shown wisdom beyond his years during this current fiscal crisis, and is backed by some of the best minds of our generation (Powell and Buffett for example), then you vote Senators Obama and Biden. It's as simple as that.

taxable   November 4th, 2008 9:39 am ET

Obama should tax soda and red meat. Anyone rich enough to afford those luxuries should have their wealth spread around. I'm eatin' beans and rice, and would like a little red meat now and then.

I can't wait for more money in my pocket from you rich, soda drinking, meat eating burgiouse.

Viva Obama!

lil   November 4th, 2008 9:39 am ET

Please get out and VOTE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Seattle Sue   November 4th, 2008 9:38 am ET

Not only will Obama be better for the economy, he will make a better commander-in-chief. McCain is too hot headed and does not think a problem through before making a decision. Case in point the banking melt down where he ran around like a chicken with it's head cut off. I think McCain hot temper will take us into another war such as what he wanted to do when Russia went into Georgia.

McHoover Would Destroy What's Left of America   November 4th, 2008 9:38 am ET

First of all

GARY November 4th, 2008 9:23 am ET

If your all caps illiterate rant was an effort to convince others that you have a grasp on the economic realties that face this country, you failed miserably.

You probably voted for Bush twice so that would prove you are a poor judge of character.

Liberated!   November 4th, 2008 9:37 am ET

Vote for the man with the one house, who can't afford to lose it....not the one with 9 and worth over $100M!

PRESIDENT OBAMA AND VICE PRESIDENT BIDEN
2008 -2016

vote! OBAMA-BIDEN NOV.4th   November 4th, 2008 9:34 am ET

i believe obama will be stronger on our security than mccain, obama will use good judgement,while mccain will just want to start another war, VOTE OBAMA-BIDEN, LETS GIVE HIM THE LANDSLIDE HE DESERVES AMERICA!

dave g, minneapolis   November 4th, 2008 9:33 am ET

My pocket book will be hurting from the Bush-Obama-McCain Bailout (B.O.M.B)

It'll hurt more if McBama is elected.

Only Bob Barr is calling for lower taxes and less government spending. Until we get that, we're all in for more pain.

Wendy Crews   November 4th, 2008 9:33 am ET

I have always voted republican, but not this time. I feel Obama is our only hope to get out of this mess. I question McCain's judgment? I feel Sarah is not only totally unqualified, she is pretty whacko!!!!!!!

The blacks in our country have been so discriminated against forever, and I am so proud of our people for electing our first black president, and I am totally white!!!!!!!!

JACKED-UP-POLITICS, FLORIDA   November 4th, 2008 9:33 am ET

If voters are voting the issues then it is a no-brainer who will win and we don't need contributors or correspondents to stay on the air waves all day pondering anything.

DL   November 4th, 2008 9:32 am ET

Hampton; drop soda from your family diet, it's terribly unhealthy

the tax cut/ credit you might receive will be cosumed 7 times over with the "skyrocketing electricity" rates and other "cap and trade" inspired costs striking the family budget, courtesy of obama

Truth Be Told   November 4th, 2008 9:32 am ET

so. lisa, what are you waiting for? a better economy is better security for the country. obama is the man who can do both at the same time. obama is the man.

witch   November 4th, 2008 9:32 am ET

I just voted what a wonderful feeling! I voted for the person who will take this country and turn it around. We will once again be a country that is looked up to. Go Vote Yea Obama.

DEM 4EVER   November 4th, 2008 9:31 am ET

First things first: Who will make your life better? I have not seen anyone's lives get better (save for the super wealthy) under the Bush/Cheney years. So if you think that they care that milk is going up to four dollars a gallon and bread is four dollars a loaf... They don't. They will give you Walmart and say, there ya go enjoy your wonderful life. I believe it is the democrats that care for the common man and always will. The Republicans will say anything to get elected. Do not fall prey to their deceptions.

FAYE MOGHTADER   November 4th, 2008 9:30 am ET

IT REALLY IS VERY SIMPLE,IF YOU MAKE LESS THAN 250.000 DOLLARS A YEAR YOU GET A TAX CUT ,IF YOU MAKE MORE YOU GO BACK TO CLINTON TAX RATE.YOU DO NOT HAVE TO BE A ROCKET SCIENTIST.EAVEN THOUGH OBAMA S TAX RATE WILL HURT ME AND MY HUSBAND I VOTED FOR HIM,THERE ARE MORE ISSUES THAT I LIKE ABOUT HIM AND WE HAVE TO GET OUR DEFECIT UNDER CONTROL,HOW ARE WE GOING TO PAY FOR THINGS ARE WE GOING TO BORROW FROM CHINESE?

KJL   November 4th, 2008 9:30 am ET

Why are you discussing someone who is still waffling at this late date? Or is she feeding you a line to get on the news? This lady should be thinking about the big picture, not the next few months. Her children need an education, not Coke.

THE END OF AMERICA by OBAMA   November 4th, 2008 9:29 am ET

No Ms. Hampton,Obama WILL NOT help you because you will be out of a job.
THINK !!

chuck   November 4th, 2008 9:28 am ET

By the way. Pennsylvania is not a swing state. It will vote democrat just like it did in the past many, many years. The republicans want everyone to think that all the states are swing states.

Charlie   November 4th, 2008 9:27 am ET

I voted for Senator Obama because of his strength in national security. He has a well rounded approach that uses diplomacy and strengthening our economy so we can support a strong defense. We are NOT sacrificing our security to elect Obama/Biden for the economy.

OKLAHOMA 4 OBAMA   November 4th, 2008 9:26 am ET

THIS IS UNREAL!!!

Brad in IN   November 4th, 2008 9:26 am ET

I just cashed out my 401K and took my money out of the credit union. Things are going to be really crazy.

chuck   November 4th, 2008 9:25 am ET

At this time and date if there is anyone who doesn't know who they are voting for then they are complete idiots and shouldn't be allowed to vote. The undecided are pretty much the uneducated, uninformed, and enjoy all the attention they are getting just by stating they are undecided. The undecided that I have seen interviewed in the past couple days are lucky they know their own names.

proud army and navy mom   November 4th, 2008 9:25 am ET

Sen Obama and Sen BIden will keep our troops from harm's way. They will not lie us into dumb wars that results in thousands of innocent lifes being taken.

That is the no. 1 reason I am voting for Sen Obama. The fact that his is strong, honest, pragmatic, steady, and a true leader is wonderful as well, everything George W was not.

SHELLI1313   November 4th, 2008 9:24 am ET

Senator Obama/Senator Biden are the only candidates running for President and Vice President of these United States of America. McCain/Palin are only talking about anything negative that they could crop up against Senator Obama. Palin had the nerve to say that Senator Obama did not have any experience. What a laugh! They (The Republicans) have yet to speak on the Economy and the state of America and that lets me and my 579 family members that are eligable to vote and have voted for Obama because as former Republicans we was very upset that the Republicans went so very ugly and negative.

Jessica from Michigan   November 4th, 2008 9:24 am ET

Just voted for "that one" in Michigan! Just walked in, no lines to my surprise! Now I'll be up all night.....waiting.

GARY   November 4th, 2008 9:23 am ET

THE MILITARY BETTER BEABLE TO GET THEIR VOTES IN. THERE IS ENOUGH FRAUD ON THE DEM'S SIDE.WHY HAVE A ELECTION IF ITS NOT FAIR. THE DEMS .ARE TIMIDATING THE REP'S AT THE POLES. SHOWS THE HATE THAT THE NAIVE MORON SUPPORTERS OF OBAMA'S HAVE. WE NEED A REAL LEADER (MCCAIN} SOMEONE THAT DONT NEED TO BE TESTED AND HAS THE EXPERIENCE TO KEEP THIS COUNTRY SAFE AND WEALTH AND IN WAR.

shan   November 4th, 2008 9:22 am ET

soda and red meat is bad for you anyway! maybe americans will lose some weight.

how can it be this late in the game and ppl are still undecided?

melissa   November 4th, 2008 9:22 am ET

Obama willbe the next president for the UNited State of America.

js   November 4th, 2008 9:20 am ET

Basically one party ignored the country for 7.5 years and now a guy with a plan, Obama, is ready to give it a try. I may not agree with all he says but at laest he won't insult me by ignioringthe needs of the country.
I was born and raised in west PA now in rural NY Obama is the man. Give it a try in 4 years we will judge his work.

Barbara - 65 yr old white female in NC   November 4th, 2008 9:20 am ET

Save our Constitution

Obama/Biden '08

reggie   November 4th, 2008 9:20 am ET

Let me help her make her decision. If you want a true and proven leader in the White House vote for McCain. If you want an unknown and inexperienced person in the White House , vote for Obama. It's simple as that.

Winnie Hussein.... in Montana   November 4th, 2008 9:20 am ET

Just remember, Sen. Obama is the only candidate who has actually sat down and paid bills each month. He knows what it is like to NOT own his own home and to drive fuel efficient cars and to worry about paying for groceries. Sen. McCain has always been coddled and handled by his family and, since marrying into money, has his bills paid by his accountant. The only one who knows what REAL life is like, Sen. Obama.

Jesus Christ was a community organizer, Pontius Pilot was a Governor.

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