Comments on: Fake messages target Obama backers

By: Texans for Obama

Texans for Obama — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 22:24:14 +0000

Man, this is why the republicans must go

By: Dan in Canada

Dan in Canada — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 22:24:11 +0000

The unfortunate thing is that people are so quick to believe almost anything they read. I still get the chain letters and obvious hoax emails from what I would deem "intelligent" people... It's like people turn their brain off when something is written down.

The other unfortunate thing is that people who would likely believe the text are not CNN viewers or informed enough to detect the fraud.

Good luck OBAMA!

By: Jared From New Jersey

Jared From New Jersey — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 22:24:07 +0000

I got one in my state telling me to vote for obama on a differnet line "it will count the same, just acknowladge a different party, vote for obama on the working family party line G" or something to that effect. on the sample ballot that line was just some total random schmo running for president for what i dont know why reason.

Scam+ anything to win. dirty politics at its finest.

By: Leon

Leon — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 22:24:04 +0000

You can always count on the Republicans to take the low road. Every Republican flier I received in the mail was a negative attack on the opposition instead of extolling thier own candidate's virtues. Guess they don't have any!

By: Pricha

Pricha — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 22:24:02 +0000

I got a phone call stated that they supporting Obama, and urged us to go to vote and told me that the voting place is at Harem Road. I have voted for many years at the same place at Liberty Road and never change. So I checked with the BOE in Delaware before I went to vote, it shows the same place at Liberty Road. I don't know what's going on here.

By: jeff from montana

jeff from montana — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 22:24:01 +0000

I WANT TO SEE JAIL TIME FOR THESE PEOPLE. this is not a joke, I called cnn about this myself even in montana this kind of a stunt is being tried.

CONVINCE PEOPLE OF YOUR POINTS AND BELIEFS DO NOT TRY TO TRICK THEM INTO LOSING THEIR CHANCE TO BE AN AMERICAN.

TARGETING PEOPLE FOR POLITICAL REASONS IS TERRORISM.

By: Michelle from California

Michelle from California — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 22:24:00 +0000

My friend and I are Obama supporters and we recieved one, but it was for McCain. It was telling us to vote on wednesday for McCain. So it is not targeting Obama supporters. I think it was sent randomly to just everyone.

By: Texas Law Guy

Texas Law Guy — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 22:23:55 +0000

Who would be dumb enough to believe such a scam? This reminds me of the guy who scammed suckers into buying pieces of real estate on the moon.

By: lucy

lucy — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 22:23:39 +0000

typical desperate acts of a desperate party...i shake my head in shame towards THEM to know THEY have stooped to the lowest of the low. ALL american's through their actions, are gulity in the eyes of the world.

By: Carol

Carol — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 22:23:26 +0000

I agree with Robin Carnahan, SOS in MO, they should be prosecuted. Joke, or no joke, this is a serious matter. Anyone attempting to confuse a voter which results in a vote not being cast should be punished. It doesn't matter whose vote was being thwarted, democrat or republican. Shame on those Americans who work for the parties who are encouraging this. And for Nancy Rodriguez to agree that it was a joke is outrageous. This is like saying the word "bom" or "hijack" on a plane, we can't let these things happen. All attempts to confuse voters or keep them from voting have to be taking seriously.

By: Buck Jackson

Buck Jackson — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 22:23:25 +0000

This is certainly a dumb 'prank'. But, if you're stupid enough to fall for it, you're certainly too stupid to vote.

By: jim

jim — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 22:23:25 +0000

People that do this, no matter which side, should be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law with the HIGHEST possible punishment. This is basically attempting to deprive people of their rights and moral obligation as democratic citizens.

By: go mccain

go mccain — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 22:23:22 +0000

Please don't tell me there are people stupid enough to believe they can vote tomorrow ...

By: Obama4Prez

Obama4Prez — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 22:23:21 +0000

Wow, this is ridiculous! Hopefully the targeted people they called were smart enough not to listen to this foolishness!

Obama/Biden 08!!!!!

By: Mike

Mike — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 22:23:20 +0000

It is unquestionably a desperate attempt to defend the country against socialism.

By: Disgusted in Cary North Carolina

Disgusted in Cary North Carolina — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 22:23:20 +0000

Is anyone surprised? This is typical Republican behaviour, which is why they deserve to be utterly trounced in this election. If not, we're all in for a really rough continuation of Bush/Cheney, with even more problems – that is, of course, you're filthy rich!

By: idiots

idiots — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 22:23:15 +0000

just wrong just like Acorn and all their illegal activities. hopefully those behind this will be prosecuted and so will Acorn. Matter of fact Acorn needs to be shut down and put out of existance for their continual illegal voter fraud election after election

By: Rob

Rob — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 22:23:14 +0000

Actually it's not a hoax. Due to the anticipated high voter turn out, able-bodied voters are encouraged to wait a day, that way the dead that ACORN registered can get to the voting booths, seeing as they don't move very well.

Another attempt by Barry's camp to prolong this election, so that they can try every dirty trick they can to steal this election.

By: John

John — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 22:23:13 +0000

Is this a party...or thugs.

By: Ray

Ray — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 22:23:11 +0000

Poor Americans.... stupid enough to belive this. Stupid enough to belive McCain. There is nothing wrong with taxing the rich and redistributing their wealth. Din't they already distribute our 401k's and retirement funds to the CEO?

By: Mobius

Mobius — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 22:23:10 +0000

This wouldn't be such a huge issue if the message recipients weren't so gullible. Natural advantage to the Obama folks there.

By: David

David — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 22:23:05 +0000

This is appalling and should be dealt harshly. No one has the right to try and sabotage or influence an election.

It does matter if people fall for these tactics their votes need to be counted and those found responsible should be held accountable and publicly punished for this type of election fraud.

Directly or indirectly it is the Republican Party that is responsible for these tactics.

Obama has every right to to win as does McCain and if voters choose Obama then so be it. Those responsible should show their faces in public instead of trying to hide their identities. Be "man" enough to show your face in public! These people are lowlifes and should have their rights taken away!

By: Who Cares

Who Cares — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 22:23:04 +0000

See, if anyone is dumb enough to fall for that of course they're going to vote for Obama.

By: Adam

Adam — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 22:22:59 +0000

So where did the hackers originate? Just a relevant question in our world as some powerful hostile powers benefit greatly from an antagonistic US.

And Prosecute prosecute prosecute.

By: T

Tue, 04 Nov 2008 22:22:56 +0000

Wow, are you people seriously upset about this? Lighten up.

By: Brian

Brian — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 22:22:55 +0000

I guess they are scared that Karl Rove is right when he stated this morning "Obama will win by a landslide"....

hahahahaha. Hey Republicans.. YOU ARE DONE!

By: harry

harry — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 22:22:54 +0000

this kind of stuff should be a felony, 20 years minimum sentence. That will fix these problems.

By: Corey J

Corey J — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 22:22:54 +0000

Any one who falls for such a stunt is too ignorant to be allowed to vote anyway. No harm, no foul.

By: Chi4Obama

Chi4Obama — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 22:22:54 +0000

Poor GOP,
They will stop at nothing to win. It's just too bad they are sinking faster than the Titanic.

I wonder why this isn't being covered like "ACORN" scandle is...??

By: Keia in GA

Keia in GA — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 22:22:52 +0000

This shows how people really have nothing to do with there time. If the joke was on the other foot (rep) what would have been the punishment for there "joke". No matter who wins there are going to be some unspeaking upsets. It's time for a change no matter if you vote for Obama or McCain. The change comes from the way we as American's who have the right to actually vote, stop looking at skin color (which is what this truly seems to be) but look at the topics at hand. Pic the better candiate by his morals not by his skin color. I voted being color blind, which is something I think everyone should at least try...Leave ignorance in 08'

Time 4 a Change

By: dave

dave — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 22:22:50 +0000

Nice to see people outside of Virginia actually care about upholding the law.

By: Mike

Mike — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 22:22:45 +0000

Susan.... I'm pretty sure that it IS a federal offense.

By: Colleen

Colleen — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 22:22:41 +0000

Yea, except I got the same message the other way around telling McCain voters to vote tomorrow. How come nobody is whining about that? Come on people! Are you that stupid, you'll actually believe that! Of course you are! You are that stupid. Thats why Obama is gonna win.

By: KaraLynne

KaraLynne — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 22:22:37 +0000

Come on people! Really - settle down. I am an Obama supporter and thought it was funny. These kinds of things are meant to lighten the mood on such an occasion. Dont take yourself too seriously. I got the text and thought it was funny. If you dont know by now that election day is only on the 4th then you might be too young to vote because I knew that election day was only a one day thing back in like 3rd grade.

By: B-Rad

B-Rad — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 22:22:32 +0000

this is bad but at the same time...anyone who would believe that because you were sent a text or an e-mail telling you not to vote until the 5th is an idiot and shouldnt be allowed to vote to begin with. if we all believe everything we see or hear on the internet or over our phones, every man would have a huge you know and all women would have perfect figures. so dont be so mad at the people spending their time to create these hoaxes...be upset that people would be dumb enough to fall for these.

By: Joel Duncan

Joel Duncan — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 22:22:31 +0000

The sleaze of certain Republicans... is it getting worse or what? Sadly, they're not unlike the Conservatives here in Canada.

By: John Henry

John Henry — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 22:22:27 +0000

This kind of low down, scurrilious activity just cost the republicans in ky two votes. My wife and both have had enough of the republican smear and fear tactics.
Voted straight democrat ticket....

By: Marylou South Carolina

Marylou South Carolina — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 22:22:19 +0000

The man that made and distributed the flyers should be PROSECUTED. This is not a joke..and is election fraud. Just the fact alone that he copied an official government letterhead and logo is enough to send him to jail. NOT FUNNY

By: Chuck

Chuck — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 22:22:14 +0000

Why does stuff like this come mostly from the Republicans–every time around? A new American tradition, perhaps?

Evil people.

By: hahahaha

hahahaha — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 22:22:13 +0000

This is great. If anyone falls for it, they shouldnt be voting in the first place. hahaha

By: Anonymous

Anonymous — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 22:22:10 +0000

Please don't tell me there are people stupid enough to believe they can vote tomorrow??

By: Moderate in IL

Moderate in IL — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 22:22:10 +0000

If you're gullible enough to think these messages are real, maybe you shouldn't be voting.

By: jersey girl

jersey girl — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 22:22:08 +0000

It's sad that someone will be gullible enough to believe it. There are so many more stupid people out there than we want to believe. I agree totally with Elle. The more public morality we see, the more scandalous they are behind closed doors. See Sarah Palin's pregnant, drinking, teen daughter and Daniel Craig's solicitation of gay sex in bathrooms. They all do it, but why preach what you can't practice? You can't legislate values and morality.

By: BC in CA

BC in CA — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 22:22:08 +0000

I vote that we take up USAF Staff Sergeants generous offer and sentence them to report to him!!!

By: Ken in Sausalito

Ken in Sausalito — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 22:22:06 +0000

Since when does illegally attempting to disenfranchise voters qualify as a "joke?"

Elections Secretary Nancy Rodriguez should be fired immediately. Then the joke would be on her, and I'd be more amused than I am right now.

Right now I'm just disgusted.

By: Joe in New York

Joe in New York — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 22:22:04 +0000

Personally, I think Ms. Rodriguez should be prosecuted for aiding and abetting. "A joke" - hysterical.

USAF Staff Sarge - I'm an Airman's son and I think your post was spot on...I'll point some likely candidates your way

By: Bright Mhango Baghaya

Bright Mhango Baghaya — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 22:21:59 +0000

I know who is behind all this crap, its the racist brothers! All hail prophecy all hail upliftment.

By: Dave in Canada

Dave in Canada — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 22:21:53 +0000

I don't think it matters much, the only folks that ole gag would fool are republican.

By: angel

angel — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 22:21:47 +0000

Those who printed the flyers should be prosecuted. I don't find it funny at all. What if we gave them a pink slip after they worked all day and then tell them, they won't get paid today either, cause we accidentally forgot to give it to them yesterday!

Now that's funny!

By: George Greek

George Greek — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 22:21:38 +0000

HOW DESPERATE WILL REPUGNICANS GET???!!!