(CNN) - The Obama Transition team's chief national security spokesperson, Brooke Anderson, released a statement late Wednesday reacting to the attacks in Mumbai, India:
"President-Elect Obama strongly condemns today's terrorist attacks in Mumbai, and his thoughts and prayers are with the victims, their families, and the people of India. These coordinated attacks on innocent civilians demonstrate the grave and urgent threat of terrorism. The United States must continue to strengthen our partnerships with India and nations around the world to root out and destroy terrorist networks. We stand with the people of India, whose democracy will prove far more resilient than the hateful ideology that led to these attacks.”
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What was it Joe said,,,, Obama would be tested?
Let the tesitng begin.
Created anarchy will fuel the need for a world leader.
Amen Mr. President! A new day is dawning!
Amen Mr. President!
I believe that the current administration has "not really" kept us from being attacked again. The attacks on the world trade center were 12 years apart and it has only been 7 years since they fell. It will take time for the uncivilized people who want to destroy America to come up with another plan. They were not thinking past 9/11. Just give them time, they are most likely to not give up. I pray we never get hit again, but, I'm still not convinced the current administration has "really" been able to stop something that is probably in the making of the minds of evil...
Hey bush, this is your opportunity to bomb Iran before they run you out of town.
ust another result of the bad business on the bush administration,,, ill be so glad when hes out and obama is in, and came do his job,,, he has great plans,,,
Does it seems funny that everyone wants Obama's input on today's issues and not the current administration. Gee, I wonder what Bush has to say about the attack or if he even cares.
Obama keeps MUM???? You never listen America... You just Elected an Idiot... MUM? Bye Obama...
This is just the beginning! Black Liberation Theology adherents take note!
Good luck to Hillary too!
Yes, Mr. President. You need to strengthen our ties with India and wipe out the terrorists in Pakistan and Afghanistan.
Lauren, in case you haven't noticed, BUSH is still in office.
And Lame Dubya's reaction????
*crickets*
@ Lauren.................
This is not a test for the Obama Administration. This baby is still the property of "The Joker", BUSH
This is a horrendous act and let's hope and pray that this is the end of it. May God bring peace and harmony and grace this administration and the next with the strength and judgment to deal with these difficult situations to the best of their ability.
I am amazed that so many are calling for Obama to take action or to do something. Do people not realize that President ELECT Obama is not Preside at this time. He has only been elected and cannot take any actions or make decisions to change anything until he is sworn in on 20 January, 2009.
At present, any actions or decisions regarding the state of the nation are the responsibility of PRESIDENT BUSH. Even if Bush makes no decision or makes a bad decision, there is nothing President ELECT Obama can do to stop it until he is sworn in.
Please people, give the man a break. He is doing all he can to be ready on day one.
Can these attacks be in retaliation of America bombing Pakistan for the past couple of weeks, killing innocent civilians?
All of you haters please shut up. You sound like terrorists. Let the man get in office before criticising. BUSH is still the POTUS until 20 January. IDIOTS!! Rabble-rousers – just trying to stir more stink. SHAME ON YOU
WHERE does it say in this statement that "Obama is MUM"???? I guess only an idiot would make such a post without really reading it first.
India has been going through this for 40 years. No one in west took notice until it happened to them. India has been bleeding while all Western Powers were supporting Pakistan – the epi center for all terrorist activities.
Why do some want to criticize Obama when he's not in office? I hope Bush handles this better than the economic crisis. Oh, that's right, he did nothing. Leave Obama alone, he'll be better prepared on day one than Bush has been for eight years.
linda from South Dakota November 26th, 2008 6:30 pm ET
"ust another result of the bad business on the bush administration,,, ill be so glad when hes out and obama is in, and came do his job,,, he has great plans,,,"
Why do you think anything is going to change once Obama takes office? Al Qaeda and their ilk hated the U.S before Bush took office and they will continue to hate us.
PLEASE PRAY FOR PEACE ON EARTH.
Anonymous = Coward!
I only hope "the testing" will not continue like Lauren said,just remember that where ever it happens it will surely be to the loss of innocent life,it could be one of your own,,,Lauren pray the Good prayer,for whoever is in-charge of your Government
Griff – you are wrong. The unintelligent elected GWB twice. WE GOT IT RIGHT. If you are typical of Americana, I can understand why so many countries hate us.
Thank God in Heaven YOU will never speak for me (IDIOT)
uhm... i believe that Mr. Obama is going to deal hard with those people who destroy their own and innocent people around the world.... enough is enough,i'm getting tired with those sad news!!!!!!!!!!!
Griff @ 6.38 : You refer to Obama as an "Idiot", what have you achieved in your life that makes you a 'non-idiot'? Please list your achievements.
This is on Bush's watch. Let's see him deal with it.
GWB is the Commander – in – Chief!
Yeah LAUREN what has the Bush Administration come out and said and it's amazing how people are looking at Obama for just about everything now and he has not even been SWORN in.
OBAMA/BIDEN 08/12 YES WE DID!!!!
Lauren you are so stupid if your have any brains at all Bush is still the president shouldn't you still say he again is being tested while the terriost get closer to the states all because he wanted to do things his way.He should have left the office when Rumsfeld left.You and AWARE have so much in common the way you think one would only wonder if you both get a thrill out of countries being attacked because if you didn't you would offer some kind of sympathy for those lives lost and injured today instead of attacking Obama
When you have no Idea, what part you play in the World; "do an Obama". NOTHING!!!!!!
Well what are we going to do about the economy? We, Ameica are the only people who live on the Planet.... Ignore the World.... Hide in the Toilet, says Obama....
Any doubt that terrorism is still alive and well, Mr. Obama? But c'mon - YOU can "talk" them out of it, can't you????????????
Borack Obama's Cabint? A "chest of Drawers'.... With a Black Female; wearing them...
To Katrina survivor: George bush is not in his office.He left since early afternoon for Camp David. George Bush should be in the White House NOW but he might be drunk now.
I wish American people would have voted for MCCAIN-PALIN TKT
This fire is still raging and people want to throw rhetoric around instead of dousing the flames first? If you haven't noticed, Bush is still the president.
Hello, George Bush is still President, where is he? Obama can do nothing. He is in charge of nothing.It is not his responsibility. What is the Bush administration doing? Where are they? What statement did Bush make? Missing in action as usual.
Obama is right!
Thank god the EVIL Bush will be out of the White House so a REAL Leader can take over. Bush sure did leave this world a terrible mess. Well, some of the blame has to go to RELIGIOUS freaks that try to force their beliefs on others...hmmm, sounds like the same kinda religious bigots that spent 20 million dollars (instead of feeding the homeless) on anti-gay props here in America!
My sincere sympathies to the victims of this senseless barbaric attack.
Lauren and Griff .... because of people like you, this great country gets a bad rap around the world. Your comments were totally irrelevant and idiotic ...
Griff,
you do not have the intelligence to even utter the word idiot, even less to call Pres Obama one. I thank God the people who are capable of thinking outscored you on election day.
And We Still Dont Hear Anything From Bush! He Is Too Busy Giving Pardons To All His Criminal Republican Friends!
Isn't BUSH still in office? Hmmm.....
It's like Obama is volunteering his leadership before his term actually begins on January to be the true leader of this country. Why doesn't Bush just resign now and let a real leader in Obama officially take the reins. At least he could officially implement his thought-out policies without stepping on toes. Bush is so pathetic and I can't wait to see him officially leave with the OFFICIAL title as BULLY IN CHIEF and WORST PRESIDENT EVER.
Lost in Texas Forever, I agree with you 100%!
You can see there is a group of people who is out there to get Obama. George Bush is still in-charged, except for the economy. If he's that good against terrorism, why can't he stop this terrorist attack in the first place?
. . . . Meanwhile . . . President Bush Is Somewhere Eating Warm Apple Pie Topped With Cool Whip!
Obama would gain Islamic fundamentalism's respect if he would just make a statement that if they thought Bush was tough on them, wait until he gets in office and they will really know what tough means! (My wishful thinking because no Democrat will ever have the capacity to deal with these monsters)
This is pitiful....
WE WILL MISS MR BUSH! ONLY AMERICANS TAKE HIM FOR GRANTED!
Griff @ 7.22 – With your offensive grammar and spelling, I guess we now know your I.Q. is in the negative.
Griff @ 7.20 : You use the word 'toilet' in almost all your postings. Do you live in one?
On second thought -–
Griff – you obviously are cooking your brain cells with booze or drugs – what a shame you are to this country.
I hope the rest of the world doesn't think we're all like you.
Jen, Cali:
You talkin' ta me? Are you another one of those sore losers? C'mon, get a life! We Dems are happy people! C'mon, smile!
Stop bickering, people. We're all on the same team. Pray for those lost, for those who still maybe held hostage and for the families of all.
Won't it be wonderful to actually have a statesman in the White House. Obama will truly reach out to the world and make America respected again.
Griff are you a child or an adult? Because your posts are quite immature and illiterate that, as an elementary school teacher, I believe you are in about the second grade? This is a terrible tragedy for the people of India and the Western hostages. Instead of throwing stones, we should be thankful to live in the U.S. of A. I am proud that PE Obama is preparing to "hit the ground running" on January 20th. Heaven knows we need strong leadership. America needs to heal...and we have to start with each other.
Hi MommaSchell,
You are right. If you notice , all the bloggers who try to hate Mr.Obama are waiting for a response, action from Mr. Obama.... Not from their favorite highly idiotic Bush. They know very well Bush cannot do anything.
I think, Bush would probably take an other vacation if you ask him what he is going to do about this
@Ann Marie Harvey...we didn't vote for them so get over it...
@Griff..who is BORACK??and what is a "cabnit"? Your parents must be proud!!! You say that he is MUM but yet you are replying to a post in regards to his STATEMENT...they have a pill for your mental problem!!!
My thoughts and prayers go out to those affected by these horrible acts...my prayers also go out to the IGNORANT people such as Griff who needs all the PRAYERS they can get....
I wonder which government sponsored this act of terror and how long before the next. These are some really evil bastards.
To Sothern Hottie I had to post my comment here and just want to let you know if your sick of hearing the attention the Obama's are getting then Ihope you get sicker and how dare you say they will just be another black family living in goverment housing.You are poor white trash jealous because they are black.And by they way I hope you keep those racisrt comments to these blogs and no one hear you or find out who you are because if not you may regret the mere utterness of being a racist so just go back to your trailer and close your blinds before someone finds out who you are
Obama Can Do Nothing While The WORST PRESIDENT EVER Is Still In Office! What Else Can Possibly Happen On This Mans Watch! Thank God The Republicans Will Be Out Soon! It Always Takes An Intelligent Democrat To Clean Up After A Retarded Republican!
OBAMA is going to be a GREAT President! I am so happy that he will be the one answering that "3am" call.
He is taking action.
He is getting a running start on his term and he won't quit.
This is CHANGE WE CAN BELIEVE IN!!!!
Thank you, America for electing him!
Innocent human beings are being killed by the senseless act of depraved, evil minded people. These terrorists are an insult to the world and all of mankind. To think that killing people and destroying the buildings where people live and work can somehow be a worthy cause is the most despicable sort of human behavior ever done in the history of the world. It’s just plain evil. I cannot even begin to describe my utter contempt for these terrorist thugs. They are the worst of humanity. They have no humanity.
Can we move up Inauguration Day? Maybe December 1st?
Griff – you must be one of the most uneducated, unintellegent, racist persons on this blog. Really sad to read about your nonsence.
Griff & Jeni, Cal need to get a room! You two sound like you would be quite compatible. Idiots both of ya! You betcha!
2 funny....TOO FUNNY!!!
Well stated Zee, WELL STATED!
People like Lauren and Griff are pathetic!!!
Dear idjits,
Obama's supposed to do what now? He's not president yet. This is still Bush's bailiwick.
You people who are deriding President-Elect Obama for not doing something to prevent a terrorist attack in India are clearly the most uneducated, stupid, and ignorant people I've ever seen. And I thought I'd seen enough of them during 8 years of Bush Crime Family actions.
Instead of showing us just how ignorant you are, why don't you ignorant right-wingers just STFU and maybe think about the horrific events that are hurting ALL the people of Mumbai. Get your heads out of your right-wing arses and wake up!
The latest news on CNN is that PRESIDENT BUSH and his staff are in contact with President Elect Obama and his staff to keep him apprised of the situation. Obama is NOT president yet and cannot do anything other than make a statement, which he has already done.
I don't know what the negative thinkers expect of him. He cannot do anything until he is sworn in, but in my eyes, in the past two weeks, he has conducted himself as THE most Presidential person that I can ever remember. Thank God he is the next leader of this country.
Change will not be quick and it will not be easy, but it is coming. How about showing support instead of derision? All that does is keep this country stuck in the muck and mire where it has been for far too long. Channel the negativity into doing something positive – it might make you feel better.
George W. Bush IS President of the United States UP TO AND UNTIL January 20, 2009 - it is HIS responsibility to lead this nation until that time. President Elect Obama seems to be doing all he can in preparation for Day One and beyond. I don't ever remember a President Elect who has done as much and will be as ready as Obama.
It seems as though one thing the far right Obama haters here have in common is that they are NOT very bright! In case you didn't know it the lady who wished we had voted the McCain/Palin ticket, well they both would have about as much power as Obama has right now....DUH! Why not just ask Gov Palin what to do then?
As my grandmother used to say about such statements "BE CAREFUL, your STUPID is showing!!"
I can't believe the shear stupidity of some people who are leaving comments. What else do you want to say is Obama's fault? The fact that the last 8 years have been the worst example of leadership in American history? Please link that to Barack Obama. Where is our President? And somebody please let me know if McCain and Palin could have prevented this. Maybe I need to be enlightened.
LISTEN ALL!!!
Why are you all throwing blame at Obama and Bush, when they arent even involved in this horrifying act? And why, when I read all these comments, do i feel like we are in the last days of the election. For those of you who voted on election day, congrats. You spoke out. Now, no matter if you "won" or "lost" on Nov 4th, we need to step up and support India and all of the people who have been killed or wounded or affected by this tragedy. This isnt about who put out what statement when or how they did it or in what location they did it or anything like that. This is about the world coming together, and helping our brothers and sisters in need. All of you who think that this is political right now, SHUT UP!!! This is a time for helping and caring. Resect the victims enough to stop being political for one minute. Please. It is the people that think everything is political that has run this country into the ground. Think about that.
Lauren....Who's the President now...GWB
I am thoroughly convinced that some of you blogers will turn any incident, foreign or domestic into a negitive against a President you didn't vote for. So much for patriotism or having pride in your country. Move on!!! We have a new President. Four years from now you will have another chance. In the meantime, why don't you focus your efforts in to doing your part to help us get ourselves out of this MAJOR MESS (both foreign and domestic) our out going President got us into. Democarat or Republican, a mess is a mess. Lets get out of it!!
I gotta say, people are still talking crap? Even after the election is over? Or let alone, what do these people in the comments section understand what's REALLY going on in the world? I just think is a waste of time for these guys on top to keep duking it out on something unpredictable, we gotta grow up already and let us do our share because if they keep doing what they are gonna, this economy is gonna end up like one of those hotels and we'll see who is to blame...
This attack is simply more proof; not that it should be needed; that the Bush doctrine of "Go It alone" policies were/are idiotic!The ONLY way to crush Al-Qaeda and it`s mad dog killers is a concerted world wide attack on terrorism where ever and when ever it raises it`s ugly head. At the same time this is a huge wake-up call to governments who think that they can strike a deal with the devil (Pakistan); and hope that the snake bites them last. There can be know safe haven anywhere on Earth for these animals. They must be made to realize once and for all that NO CIVILIZED PEOPLE; regardless of race; religion; etc.; will have anything but contempt for murderers of innocents!!!
I find it interesting that this is pretty much what Bush has been saying for how long. Did anyone here notice the language that was used?
Lauren, just in case you don't know – President Bush is the President of the United States; therefore, he is in charge; PEOTUS Obama is not in office at this time.
Hey Griff, the same FYI is for you.
Until PEOTUS Obama is sworn in as our 44th President, this is unfortunate incident is President Bush's to deal with.
As an Indian Jew, I know too well what terrorist attacks feel like. My heart is so very heavy with sorrow and the need to be close to loved ones there. Why do they do this?? If the dispute is Kashmir, why target progressive, affluent cities like Bombay?? I know, provoking to continue the vicious cycle of victimology. Please post my letter CNN. THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR CARRYING THIS STORY AND GIVING IT SO MUCH COVERAGE. YOU ARE THE VERY BEST. G-d bless.
Everyone of you people making stupid, derogatory comments are no better than the ones that you are critizing. Republicans, Democrats, Independents, doesn't matter, you are the worst that America has to offer. Feel free to leave.
I didn't vote for Obama but I am not going to just sit here and listen to the sore losers trash the guy before he ever takes office. Like him or not, give him a chance and support him, not because he is a Democrat and not because he's black but because he will soon be the President of the United States. He's going to be my president and yous.
Whether he is up to the challenge I don't know but give the man a chance and for God's sakes, stop putting each other down. Grow up and maybe we can help turn today's mess into tomorrow's success.
people your forgetting Obama isn't President until Jan 20th–the idiot Bush is President now . Brain dead as usual
Griff we get it your in the GOP , now go do something useful. your comments are stupid
Funny how everyone is acting as if Obama is already President.
Then again, Obama is working a lot harder than Bush has been.
As long as Obama doesn't invade Thailand (Ala. George Bush) in response, America will be satisfied with his response. Somehow, someway the world needs an anti-terror response team to confront these instances in all nations.
the last sentence is a profound statement in and of itself. not all that ,terrist!terrist!axis of evil!,malarkey! think about the words. "democracy will prove far more resilient, than the hateful idealogies that led to these attacks." this shows the 'strength of our morality' , while weakening those who kill innocents because of hatred. this is why we must have a leader with intelligent wording abilities. no more nimwits!
Jacqueline, New York...you just took that thought out of my mind...I also think so!
This is getting rediculous, it's us agianst them, by the time their done they'll have the whole world after them and they'll still be attacking. God bless the victims in India.
Drake From Houston, Tx November 26th, 2008 8:47 pm ET
LISTEN ALL!!!
Why are you all throwing blame at Obama and Bush, when they arent even involved in this horrifying act? And why, when I read all these comments, do i feel like we are in the last days of the election. For those of you who voted on election day, congrats. You spoke out. Now, no matter if you "won" or "lost" on Nov 4th, we need to step up and support India and all of the people who have been killed or wounded or affected by this tragedy. This isnt about who put out what statement when or how they did it or in what location they did it or anything like that. This is about the world coming together, and helping our brothers and sisters in need. All of you who think that this is political right now, SHUT UP!!! This is a time for helping and caring. Resect the victims enough to stop being political for one minute. Please. It is the people that think everything is political that has run this country into the ground. Think about that.
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AMEN!!!!!!!!!
He doesn't know what Mumbai is or where it's at.
Who gives a crap who's in charge, work together and get it done geeeesh..I an't never heard such whining people.
Help us Obama-won Kenobi, you're our only hope!
If ONLY he was already in office! We need him now.
Ralph said "...give the man a chance and for God's sakes, stop putting each other down. Grow up and maybe we can help turn today's mess into tomorrow's success."
Bravo, Ralph! Well said. You are so right.
Wow,
This is my first post to CNN ever.
I have been reading these posts for the past few months and have come to the conclusion that most people posting are way too opinionated!
What I mean is that most are so entrenched in their own opinions that they are not willing, or are unable to suffer fools and idiots.
Case in point, a lot of people are currently beating up on Lauren and Griff for their uniformed remarks.
Well my take is this, Obama, although not the President is allowed to have an opinion.
Could this be a “test” for his’ administration?
Possible, however unlikely for the very reason that he is not the current President, Bush is.
After eight long years of failed politics, most of us are looking for anything that will offer a glimmer of hope. Apparently, some of us find that hope in Obama. However that does not give us the reason to down the opinion of others, despite their obvious ignorance.
Building bridges should not, nor does it have to start with Obama. Building bridges should start with the person in the mirror, meaning you, us.
So I say, give these idiots a break, attacking them does no good, and more likely causes them to dig deeper into their preconceived notions and misconceptions.
I am not asking anyone to agree or tolerate idiots. However, I respectfully request that you try to understand their point of view.
In addition, take the time to explain your truth without the name calling.
If it is that important for you to comment then at lest be person enough to explain your own reason for your opinion.
It might be possible for you to convert the uninformed or at least give them pause.
If nothing else, please remember to never argue with a fool.
Why, because people reading (watching) can not tell the difference.
May God bless you all, stay safe and enjoy the holidays.
Peace!
(516) 395-66XX
I think this is the proper response from the president-elect of the United States. It offers support to a well, democratized nation that is going through "growing pains". It also shows the world our solidarity with fellow democracies around the world and that the terrorist have not, and will not break our wills. It also provides respect to the current administration. We must also remember: the point of terrorism is to force the government to break its own constitution in reaction to their "acts of terror". Nothing more. Nothing less. If we react as they wish-they win.
To the people of Mumbia, India: I wish you Godspeed in your recovery, may you find your Loved Ones alive, and if not may you be able to perform the necessary rites to ensure a better afterlife (or reincarnation as the case may be).
@Lauren and Griff: my sympathies for your ignorance. May our next president, Mr. Obama, enact swift legislation to remedy the education system in your particular locales so that the simple error of not knowing that George W. Bush is still the President until January 20th. This is not Obama's test. This act does not present a "clear and present danger" to the US. In reality I think it could be argued that this is a parting shot at a lame-duck president. Fare thee well, Mr. Bush; you were perhaps the most ineffective president in the history of the United States.
-JeepRover
Sometimes events are created for the sole purpose of creating fear and panic, thus herding the already skittish sheep into making decisions they may live to regret!
Those bad guy just want to throw the last ball to Mr. Bush because when the new President come their might not have chance that's why their do it now. Let keep for your story Republican and Mr. Bush your break it and now your own it, do not blame game to Obama.
I think the "Griff" character is just spaced out or something. The best thing is just to ignore such statements that do not even make sense.
my prayer go to the family of those who lost there life's today and may their soul rest in perfect peace,God loves America all we need is to pray, tested or no tested what is going to happen is going to happen McCain nor Obama,God bless America and the world that we live in because a lot of American lives outside the state so we have to pray for them too they left US to look for what to eat and i pray they will come back home in peace amen.
Jeep Rover,
You rock, I wish I had said that myself!
Peace,
Johhny C.
Obama's bringing the troops and the war home.Doesn't everybody in the world love us now like the media and the Obama's campaign told us they would?We are going to be thrilled when the terrorist start blowing them selves and our families up at the mall,or Starbucks.Mean while, Russia is going to "test" us,great time to cut military spending,you know that 10 billion a month Obama has said he's going to stop spending in the Iraq war,so he can have his national health insurance he's promised for your vote.
Most successful people know ,you have to deal from power,for some unknown reason ,liberals don't understand this,and we're going to be in bigger trouble soon.
I agree with number 17 Ken in NC
I think you are truly a peace maker Johnny C. Great post and you show respect and courtesy toward your follow men. I thin it is refreshing to find people like with a paused mind state; keep up the good work.
In fact some of you cannot wait for an attack on the United States so you turn the blame to Obama just because he is black. We started to fight a war terror that we did not finish; we have insulted countries that were not in agreement with us and we attach Iraq on false pretense, tell me did we find any weapon as the Bush administration claimed; if so were is it? I think that Obama is going to do a great job, shut all you who are racist and refuse to respect another human just because of his skin color. You know who you are…
In addition the newly elected administration start working before getting to the white house and not after; of course a lot of you are so much blinded by racism that you failed to see this nor to give him some credit for his earnest efforts.
Please I must rephrase that not all of you are racist but some of you are still living in the old days.
Obama is not even in office yet, so why dont you let Bush do his job. When attacks happen after Jan 20 then I'll expect Obama to handle them, until then it's still the responsibility if your belved George W. Bush.
LOL @ conservatives blaming this on Obama, like attacks on Americans havent been happening the past 8 years. You act like the US has been ay peace since 2000...get over yourselves.