Comments on: Obama announces resignation from Senate seat

By: Repukes Lost

Repukes Lost — Thu, 13 Nov 2008 21:04:53 +0000

I love these anti-Obama posts! They ask him to resign the presidency to make everyone happy. Are they that dense? He won the popular vote AND the electoral college. These sore losers are in the minority and are too dense to realize it. So sad...

By: Gloria - Minnesota

Gloria - Minnesota — Thu, 13 Nov 2008 21:04:50 +0000

Of course he needed to resign now rather than later...he has a great deal to do before taking the oath of office on 1/20/09!

Godspeed Pres. Elect Obama to you and your family!

By: That one

That one — Thu, 13 Nov 2008 21:04:48 +0000

3strikes November 13th, 2008 3:30 pm ET

he needs to resignate from president elect too, america doesnt need a inexperienced empty suit socialist.

"inexperienced" is what biden said

"empty suit" is what hillary said

"socialist" is what all the repubs say

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3strikes ..You are a uneducated idiot. I will pray for you.

By: JP

JP — Thu, 13 Nov 2008 21:04:44 +0000

Ummm...yea. In 4 years time when your taxes are higher and you have LESS money in your pocket, look in the mirror. That's who to blame. Democrat controlled govt = bigger govt. Spend spend spend!

By: Fred NH

Fred NH — Thu, 13 Nov 2008 21:04:34 +0000

To all you bitter Republicans
Yes we can
Yes we did
Yes we will
Now get over it and join the change.

By: Andre

Andre — Thu, 13 Nov 2008 21:04:31 +0000

Let the reconstruction begin! A New America! TYG!

By: Mike

Mike — Thu, 13 Nov 2008 21:04:09 +0000

As an illinoisan, I say "Whew!!" As an American, I say "OH CRAP!"

By: Vegas Barbie for Obama

Vegas Barbie for Obama — Thu, 13 Nov 2008 21:03:26 +0000

I hope that Jesse Jackson Jr. is appointed to that Senate Seat!

By: Jimmy Ortega

Jimmy Ortega — Thu, 13 Nov 2008 21:03:16 +0000

I thought Indiana was the crossroads state and not Illinois. Maybe this is also rhetoric just as his entire campaign was, and his entire presidency will be. All those who voted for Obama will regret it, just as the Bush lovers regret their votes now.

Hillary for 2012.

By: wow

wow — Thu, 13 Nov 2008 21:03:10 +0000

wow robert the man,

that's pure ignorance. you need to grow up. It's not needed nor appreciated. Whatever your stance is on whichever candidate, the fact remains that Obama is the president-elect. Where he leads and what change he brings will shape the near future as we see it and honestly, we need change.

By: Red, Red WHINE!!

Red, Red WHINE!! — Thu, 13 Nov 2008 21:02:48 +0000

A great man.

Hey republicans, bet you wish your people were leaving their seats voluntarily rather then being voted out of them and in many cases...."INCARCERATED" out of them! Ha ha ha....

GOP: pathetic criminals, religious nut cases, conservative self serving scum, corporate socialists, losers.

DNC: integrity, honor, patriotism, victory.

By: young and informed independant

young and informed independant — Thu, 13 Nov 2008 21:02:44 +0000

lovely job MR PRESIDENT… and to those who are already complaining when you haven't even taken office.. Just as much as I hated george bush, he was my president.. And now BARACK OBAMA IS YOURS.. Deal with it!

By: Jayjay

Jayjay — Thu, 13 Nov 2008 21:02:43 +0000

...and if he could really be Jesus Christ, he'd resign the Presidency. What an opportunist!

By: Centrist

Centrist — Thu, 13 Nov 2008 21:02:36 +0000

Watch it neocons, your bitterness is showing.

By: Mi Yow

Mi Yow — Thu, 13 Nov 2008 21:02:36 +0000

Could CNN please worship this man's every step a little more. Dear god. You are our problem, Media. You convince us how to vote, what products to buy and not to. How about you post an article telling America to start spending money and buying crap again so that this whole mess can finally end. Everyone is panic'ed waiting on you to tell us what to do next. Baahhh.

By: FAYE, NV

FAYE, NV — Thu, 13 Nov 2008 21:02:32 +0000

To all of you that cares less for our new president, than leave the country. Many of us are sick and tired of the division and anomosity people are having. We the people, many of us voted and now the votes have voted to call Obama, President Obama.

We should be pulling together to make this world better and also provide a brighter future to our children and grandchildren.

Peace on Earth

By: Jdd-ATL

Jdd-ATL — Thu, 13 Nov 2008 21:02:17 +0000

Congress must have Obama show his valid birth certificate, since he will not show to the courts regarding lawsuits in various states.

By: Bleebo

Bleebo — Thu, 13 Nov 2008 21:02:12 +0000

You foul haters, you need to listen up. Obama is trying to "learn" you something, self respect, and you all just don't get it. You should keep those ignorant comments to yourselves. Didn't your mama's teach you if you can't say something nice, don't say anything at all. Learn some respect.

By: sky

sky — Thu, 13 Nov 2008 21:01:47 +0000

ask yourself this, those of you who spread hate and anger just because your choice did not win. Do you hate Obama because he cares about this country? Do you hate him because he wants us all to work together to save this great country. What possibly about those aspirations could you hate....or do you hate him simply because he won and your man did not. If you have someone in office who genuinely cares about bringing us together to help save this great country ...how could those aspirations cause you to be so hateful. If you dont win then you dont want to play at all...is that it....youre the kind of person who knocks over the chess board if you dont win. If you are drowning....and a democrat dives into the water to save you....do you let yourself drown?

By: rm

rm — Thu, 13 Nov 2008 21:01:43 +0000

Any Obama haters want to blame the Stock Market surge on Obama today???

By: Josh Maloney, Oakland, CA

Josh Maloney, Oakland, CA — Thu, 13 Nov 2008 21:01:32 +0000

I'm ready to work for President-Elect Obama !!!!!!

By: Nan&Jak

Nan&Jak — Thu, 13 Nov 2008 21:01:27 +0000

"fullfilling the simple hopes and common dreams of all Americans"
Oh PULEESE, give us a break.
You have no idea of peoples dreams...only your own and your spoiled brat kids. Say, by the way, just how much will the mutt cost?
Private school?
Mother-in-law sponging off the tax-payers?
Illegal relative still in the country?
Can't wait until this rag-tag crew is OUT of the White House.
...and they can take the horse they rode in on with them.

By: Ryan from New Mexico

Ryan from New Mexico — Thu, 13 Nov 2008 21:01:24 +0000

By: Gia in Los Angeles, CA

Gia in Los Angeles, CA — Thu, 13 Nov 2008 21:01:20 +0000

I can't wait for President Obama to be sworn in come January 20th! All you nay-sayers will change your tune once you see what a brilliant President this man will be. We desperately need the change he will bring. All of our lives will change for the better. You'll see.

By: Tim

Tim — Thu, 13 Nov 2008 21:01:09 +0000

The juvenile responses from all the petulant, whiny little Republicans in this post just show why the Republican party is a reactionary party of children that doesn't deserve any responsibility or power in the federal government. Not new information, but always nice to have it validated again and again.

By: Matt

Matt — Thu, 13 Nov 2008 21:01:01 +0000

@ Everyman

To answer your question, no, he's not. His regulatory plans for guns are well documented and have been prominent in the news lately because of people like yourself crying and wetting their pants about it when it's really not going to affect you. If you weren't either (a) lying by pretending not to know or (b) actually ignorant about it, then you'd not post something that makes you look so Sarah-Palin-stupid.

By: ChicagoSuz

ChicagoSuz — Thu, 13 Nov 2008 21:00:58 +0000

I'm torn... LOVED having him for my Senator... THRILLED you'll be my new Prez... )

I vote for Jesse, Jr. to replace him; Tammy for the VA. (I'll defer to whatever Sen. Durbin thinks is best.)

From Illinois: "The Land of Lincoln AND Obama"

By: Island Girl

Island Girl — Thu, 13 Nov 2008 21:00:39 +0000

3strikes November 13th, 2008 3:30 pm ET

he needs to resignate from president elect too, america doesnt need a inexperienced empty suit socialist.

Dear three strikes: There is no such word as "resignate", so with that in mind your request cannot be granted.

By: Dan

Dan — Thu, 13 Nov 2008 21:00:33 +0000

Hey "Dont Blame Me, I DIDNT vote for Barry": Get over it. You lost! Obama will be a great president. The fact that the Republicans are lead by idiots is the reason you lost. Deal. Hey "CNN mod": Re: Valerie Jarett is rumored to be in line for a post in Obama's White House. Maybe that's why she's de-emphasized here...?

By: CARMEN DORVIL

CARMEN DORVIL — Thu, 13 Nov 2008 21:00:12 +0000

Good Afternoon President Elected- Barack Obama best wishes to u and ur beloved family on the journey to Washington DC the road is not easy u were a great senator and I know u will be a great President continue to put god first in any and every decision u make please don't forget us here in Ft. Lauderdale area and I know change is coming cahnge we can believe in may god continue to bless u, ur family and everyone else around u god bless camen!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

By: Mary Sue

Mary Sue — Thu, 13 Nov 2008 21:00:09 +0000

I wish Rahm Emanuel could take over his seat, but he has more important duties right now

By: Christina

Christina — Thu, 13 Nov 2008 21:00:08 +0000

Yes we did!

I've been smiling non-stop ever since the 4th. I can't wait for January 20th!

By: Matthew

Matthew — Thu, 13 Nov 2008 20:59:57 +0000

“It has been one of the highest honors and privileges of my life to have served the people of Illinois in the United States Senate."

When? You only managed to serve about a year and a half before you abandoned your seat to run for president. What exactly are using the White House for? A spring board to Emperor of the Universe?

By: CRY BABIES

CRY BABIES — Thu, 13 Nov 2008 20:59:49 +0000

Dont Blame Me, I DIDNT vote for Barry

Im so SICK to my stomach, knowing this snake has slithered his way into the oval office. An office he doesnt deserve or even respect.

Sorry Barry, you will never be my president!
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Quite the patriotic person aren't we? I didn't vote for Bush, but guess what, he's my president.

By: Dean in Florida

Dean in Florida — Thu, 13 Nov 2008 20:59:41 +0000

Hussein is not worthy of the presidency.

Illinois, you can have him back in four years.

By: LUISA FROM NYC NOW IN MD

LUISA FROM NYC NOW IN MD — Thu, 13 Nov 2008 20:59:02 +0000

Onward,and upward President-elect Obama! I am currently the sole "bread winner" in my family and despite my 401k being "in the toilet" my heart soars with pride,joy and hope brought on solely by my faith in God and the hope represented by your presidency! Godspeed to you, may His guidance make the burdens you have inherited light on your shoulders.

By: Dennis

Dennis — Thu, 13 Nov 2008 20:59:01 +0000

Considering the enormity of the task before him, this is the sensible move. Illinois should be able to appoint a suitable replacement in time.

The conservatives and McCain supporters need to get over it. Contrary to what you claim, "not all of us will be happy" if he were to resign the Presidency considering that he won a majority of the popular vote.

By: Jason

Jason — Thu, 13 Nov 2008 20:58:59 +0000

I am from Illinois and we are used to not having someone represent us in the Senate. He hasn't been there for the last two years while running for President. The only thing scarier is that our crook Governor Blagojevich gets to pick his replacement. I hope he picks himself so we can get him out of Illinois as well.

By: PL

PL — Thu, 13 Nov 2008 20:58:53 +0000

Job well done Mr. President..

By: emmanuel Allie

emmanuel Allie — Thu, 13 Nov 2008 20:58:47 +0000

As a senator from the great state of Illinois, you have served with distinction as many who came before you. Now that you have been called to an even greater service, we can only wish you God's speed and wisdom. You Mr. President, have been chosen for such a time as these. No doubt you will do our nation proud. God's peace always.

By: Husker Blue

Husker Blue — Thu, 13 Nov 2008 20:58:26 +0000

Wow, I can't believe how much of a sore loser some of you are. Give the guy a chance before you tar and feather him. I know its tough to lose an election but if we don't start getting behind a real leader we are going to lose this country.

By: Pat F

Pat F — Thu, 13 Nov 2008 20:58:26 +0000

As if he EVER served Illinois as senator. He was running for president from the moment he got the job.

Illinois, he'll call you a cab – you been USED!

By: alreadytiredofit

alreadytiredofit — Thu, 13 Nov 2008 20:58:08 +0000

To Tom: Bitter much? His staff was probably told to because they save documents for ALL presidents, yes, I know it hurts, but even the Republicans. The Smithsonian is already asking for campaign paraphanelia. Get over it, he is the FIRST black president. This is history and believe it or not, when we're dead people will want to know about him.

By: Disgusted with all the Hate Messages

Disgusted with all the Hate Messages — Thu, 13 Nov 2008 20:57:59 +0000

It is time for everyone who is writing these childish messages to grow up. Senator Obama, now President Elect Obama, will serve this country to the best of his ability.

By: KN

KN — Thu, 13 Nov 2008 20:57:42 +0000

Serving the people of Illinois? HOW? He spent the majority of his senate term campaigning for THIS job!

UP FOR GRABS: One Senate seat, very low mileage, barely used.

By: Chris

Chris — Thu, 13 Nov 2008 20:57:30 +0000

I am very happy with you, Obama. I pray that as you move on to the more challenging job of serving this country as its commander-in-chief, that GOD continue to guide you in making the right decisions for the country, and to keep you and your family safe.

By: Bill

Bill — Thu, 13 Nov 2008 20:57:23 +0000

PRESENT.

By: Matt

Matt — Thu, 13 Nov 2008 20:57:15 +0000

@ Robert The Man

Really...do you need a Kleenex? Don't hide your sorrow behind anger. Cry and let it all out so the healing can begin.

By: Rudi Merom

Rudi Merom — Thu, 13 Nov 2008 20:57:00 +0000

It’s the collective energy that we have to add to our president and you are very important to the process of positive thinking

Thanks
Rudi Merom

By: mjstyles

mjstyles — Thu, 13 Nov 2008 20:56:59 +0000

Mr. Barack Obama is moving on up.....to the highest position in the United States. Your mother and grandmother are so proud of you and looking down from heaven!